Chapter 49: The Lookout

While John Doe and Goku were training in the new Gravity Room, Bora, accompanied by the Cat Hermit's message, arrived at Bulma's house.

Goku, having just emerged from the Gravity Room, spotted Bora and Upa in Bulma's yard and happily embraced Upa. After their joyful reunion, Bora spoke to Goku and John Doe, "Mr. Goku, Mr. John Doe, the Cat Hermit sent me with a message. He wants you to come to Korin Tower, as he has something to instruct you."

John Doe and Goku exchanged glances. John Doe had a rough idea, but Goku was still wondering about the reason.

However, John Doe didn't explain anything to Goku. He borrowed an airplane from Bulma, and the four of them flew back to Korin Tower.

In less than half a day, the four of them arrived at the base of Korin Tower. Bora and Upa, of course, couldn't climb the tower, so John Doe and Goku bid them farewell and ran towards the top of Korin Tower.

John Doe suggested to Goku, "Let's have a race to see who reaches the top of Korin Tower first."

Goku eagerly agreed.

After the countdown, the two dashed towards the top of the tower, like two gusts of wind, disappearing from Bora and Upa's sight.

By now, the strength of John Doe and Goku had far surpassed their previous abilities. In the end, John Doe reached the top of the tower a few dozen seconds before Goku.

The Cat Hermit, looking at the two young men before him, couldn't help but exclaim, "Meow, I never imagined that you two would be so powerful, especially John Doe. Even Piccolo Daimao was no match for you."

John Doe humbly replied, "It's only because Goku didn't fight. Otherwise, he could easily defeat Piccolo Daimao."

The Cat Hermit nodded and said, "Meow, you're both incredible. I knew it when you drank the Ultra Divine Water."

"Korin Hermit, may I ask why we're here to see God?" Goku asked curiously. He was genuinely curious, especially since the Cat Hermit specifically asked him to bring the Power Pole.

The Cat Hermit smiled and said, "Meow, it's not me who wants to see you; it's God."

"What? God!" Goku exclaimed in surprise. He knew that the Dragon Balls were created by God, but he wasn't sure if God truly existed.

However, the Cat Hermit had now confirmed that God was real and wanted to meet them.

John Doe, who was eager to save time, had the pressure of the Saiyans and Frieza weighing on his mind. He wasn't sure if he could transform into a Super Saiyan before facing Frieza.

If he couldn't transform, then it would be up to Son Goku. Regardless, one of them had to be able to transform into a Super Saiyan when facing Frieza.

So, John Doe immediately asked, "Korin Hermit, how can we meet God?"

The Cat Hermit stroked his beard and slowly replied, "God resides in the Lookout, which is located above Korin Tower." He spoke with such formality that he didn't even use his usual "Meow" interjection.

"Ah! The Lookout is above Korin Tower!" Goku exclaimed. He immediately went to the edge of Korin Tower and looked up.

But there was nothing above, just an expanse of blue sky.

Goku said, "But there's nothing up there!"

The Cat Hermit explained, "That's because the Lookout is too high to be seen with the naked eye. That's why I specifically asked you to bring the Power Pole."

"Ah?" Goku looked at the Cat Hermit in confusion.

The Cat Hermit said, "Follow me." After saying this, the Cat Hermit led the way outside and started climbing towards the top of Korin Tower.

John Doe and Goku followed behind him, and soon all three reached the top of the tower.

The Cat Hermit pointed to a small hole at the top of the tower and said, "Goku, insert the Power Pole into this hole."

Goku obediently inserted the Power Pole.

Then the Cat Hermit took out two bells and tied them to Goku and John Doe's wrists, saying, "These are my tokens, proving that you have my approval to meet God."

"Hold onto the Power Pole tightly, and then, Goku, you can say, 'Power Pole, elongate!'"

Goku and John Doe gripped the Power Pole, and Goku shouted, "Power Pole, elongate!"

Instantly, the Power Pole rapidly extended, carrying Goku and John Doe upwards.

As the Power Pole grew longer, the sky gradually darkened, and countless lightning bolts crackled around them. Some of the lightning struck Goku and John Doe, setting their clothes on fire.

However, at their current strength, the lightning was harmless to them.

Soon, they broke through the thick cloud layer and saw the blue sky again, along with the Lookout floating above them.

Goku looked up at the Lookout and exclaimed, "Wow, John Doe, the Lookout really exists, and it's so high up!"

John Doe nodded and said, "It's probably the only place where God can live without being disturbed by mortals."

Soon, the Power Pole reached its full length, inserting into the bottommost hole of the Lookout.

Goku was about to climb up, but John Doe said, "No need." He then picked up Goku, and using the Flying Nimbus, they flew towards the top of the Lookout.

In no time, they reached the massive front of the Lookout. The Lookout was paved with square tiles, and tall trees grew on both sides, but there wasn't a soul in sight.

Goku shouted, "Hello? Is anyone there?"

John Doe didn't say anything and headed straight for the main hall.

Just as they were about to enter the main hall, a black-skinned man with a head wrap emerged.

Goku curiously asked, "Are you God?"

To Goku's surprise, the black-skinned man replied, "I'm not. I'm Popo, God's servant."

"If you want to see God, you must pass my test," Popo said expressionlessly.

Goku immediately became interested and asked excitedly, "What's the test? Do we fight?"

Popo nodded expressionlessly.

John Doe wasn't very interested in fighting Popo, as he had already lived for a long time. His most significant martial arts theory was judging an opponent's position through their ki.

However, John Doe had already mastered this skill on his own. What he wanted to practice now was the prerequisite for the Ultra Instinct technique, which involved emptying his mind and allowing his body to react instinctively.

Seeing Goku's interest, John Doe said, "Goku, you can spar with Mr. Popo. I'll rest for a while."