Chapter 82: Zeno

Outside the twelve universes, in the vast and boundless starry sky, there exists a place completely independent of them. This is where everything began.

Before even the twelfth universe had come into being, long before the birth of the eighteenth universe, this starry sky had already existed. And here, in the emptiness of space, resides Zeno, the supreme ruler of all the universes.

A golden cloud, radiant with a sacred aura, floats serenely through the starry expanse. On this cloud, suspended like a jellyfish in space, lies a majestic palace. This is Zeno's palace, the dwelling place of the Supreme Ruler of the multiverse.

Around the palace, twelve floating pillars surround it, each holding a unique cosmic instrument, representing each of the twelve universes in existence today.

Inside the palace, in the grand hall, Zeno was idly sitting, bored and restless. His eyes gleamed with curiosity as he suddenly spoke.

"Hey, Grand Priest, who is that guy who pulled out the big staff of the Gods of Destruction? I'm so curious! I want to meet him!" Zeno said, his voice filled with excitement.

He had been following the news of the mysterious person who had managed to pull out the staff of the Gods of Destruction, a feat that had never been achieved before. In the vast history of the multiverse, no one had ever made the staff willingly acknowledge them. Zeno's curiosity piqued, he longed to meet this person and find out what kind of being they were.

"It's a human from the seventh universe," replied the Grand Priest, bowing respectfully. "And he is also the husband of Angel Vados. If Master Zeno wishes to meet him, I can invite him here immediately."

"Huh? Vados' husband?" Zeno's eyes widened with even more interest. He had heard the news of Angel Vados' marriage, and now, learning that the one who had pulled out the staff was her husband, his curiosity deepened even further.

Zeno, eager to see this person who had achieved the unthinkable, couldn't contain his excitement. "I want to meet him! Go, Grand Priest, go and invite him here!"

The Grand Priest gave a slight nod. "Understood, Master Zeno. Please wait for a moment; I will go to the seventh universe immediately."

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Meanwhile, back on Earth, Kahn was in the back garden of the Magnum Capsules residence. He had been busy overseeing Son Goku's training, but now he stood, gazing at the approaching figure of Champa.

Kahn's expression was impassive as he glanced at the Destroyer of the Sixth Universe. "What is it?" he asked, his tone cool.

Kahn had been focused on Son Goku's training when Champa arrived, and though he didn't have much fondness for the Destroyer, he still held onto basic etiquette. He instructed Goku to continue his training in the gravity room and stepped outside to meet Champa himself.

Champa, trembling with nervous energy, stood before Kahn, cold sweat dripping from his forehead. The fear of Kahn's power was all too real in his mind, and he had been racked with guilt ever since his impulsive attempt to destroy Kahn had been stopped by the Grand Priest. He wasn't one to apologize easily, but today, his survival instincts took over.

Taking a deep breath, Champa bowed deeply, almost touching his forehead to the ground. "Master Kahn, I am truly sorry for my actions last time. I was wrong. Please forgive me!" His voice was shaky, filled with desperation.

Kahn raised an eyebrow, unimpressed. "Sorry? If saying sorry was enough, what would we need strength for?" he said, his voice sharp. "If a mere human offended you, would you forgive them simply because they apologized?"

Champa froze, his body shaking. The weight of Kahn's words settled heavily on him, and for a moment, he couldn't move. His fear of Kahn's power and the looming threat of vengeance overwhelmed him.

In that instant, Champa's arrogance crumbled, and he knelt completely, tears welling in his eyes. "Master Kahn, please! I truly know I was wrong. Forgive me! I will do anything. Please, spare me!"

The cold sweat continued to pour down his face as he knelt before Kahn, begging for mercy. His mind raced, hoping that somehow, Kahn would take pity on him. But the fear of what Kahn could do to him if he didn't forgive him gnawed at his every thought.

Just as Kahn was about to respond, a sudden purple vortex appeared in front of him, and the Grand Priest's figure materialized before them.

"Grand Priest?" Kahn raised his eyebrow in confusion. "What brings you here?"

The Grand Priest, with his usual calm demeanor, ignored the pleading Champa, stepping toward Kahn. "Greetings, Mr. Kahn. It's an honor."

Kahn gave a slight nod. "Grand Priest, what brings you to Earth?"

Before the Grand Priest could respond, Champa, still kneeling and terrified, turned his head. Upon seeing the Grand Priest, his eyes widened in fear, and he quickly fell to the floor before him, trembling in complete submission. "Grand Priest! Forgive me!" he stammered.

At this point, Alice arrived, joining the scene. She greeted the Grand Priest with a warm smile, but her attention was quickly drawn to the nervous atmosphere surrounding the kneeling Champa.

Meanwhile, Vados was quietly observing from a distance, noticing the interaction between her husband and the Grand Priest. For a moment, she had the urge to approach but held back, knowing Kahn would handle things himself.

Back in the garden, Rados tugged at her mother's sleeve, pointing to the Grand Priest's back. "Mom, who is that person? I feel like I know him."

Vados smiled gently, bending down to her daughter's level. "That, dear, is the Grand Priest. He is one of the most powerful beings in the entire multiverse."

Rados' eyes sparkled with curiosity. "Is he stronger than Dad?"

Vados chuckled softly. "Yes, he is stronger than most, but your father still commands great respect from him."

As the moment passed, Kahn and the Grand Priest turned to leave. The Grand Priest asked with a polite tone, "Mr. Kahn, Master Zeno wishes to see you. Do you have time to visit the Zeno Palace?"

Kahn, taken slightly aback by the request, narrowed his eyes. "Zeno wants to see me?"

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(A/N: Throw your power stones and comment on this book, please! It will motivate me!)