Everyone was speculating.
But Lin Chuan didn't care what others thought at all.
This incident had made Lin Chuan realize one thing,
He could no longer keep living like before, always choosing to stay low-key.
It was time to start doing everything he truly wanted to do.
With that resolve, Lin Chuan didn't plan to hold back with Gohan anymore.
In fact, not only would he help Gohan take the next step, but he was going to bring everyone along.
He would help unlock everyone's potential.
To prepare before disaster strikes.
He knew it wasn't enough for him to be strong, he needed all the Z Warriors of this world to become stronger.
Only then could they stand the best chance of resisting future threats.
Perhaps Lin Chuan couldn't undergo another potential unlock himself, after all, the Elder Kai had already done it once.
But by helping others get stronger, he himself might gain insight and grow further.
At this moment, Gohan's eyes were blazing after hearing Lin Chuan's words, he looked eager and impatient.
He had originally come to ask Uncle Lin Chuan for guidance, hoping he might help him break through via real combat.
He hadn't expected all of this to happen so suddenly.
"Uncle Lin Chuan… Are you saying you know how I can complete that transformation?!"
Gohan locked eyes with Lin Chuan, his gaze full of anticipation.
If that were true, he was confident his strength would skyrocket in a short time.
He had spent three full years in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber pushing himself to the limit, trying to catch up to the adults, but still hadn't been able to reach the transformation that his future self had achieved.
At times, he had doubted whether he'd taken the wrong path.
Now, Lin Chuan once again became that guiding light.
"I do have a way to help you awaken the hidden power inside your body," Lin Chuan nodded.
"But what happens in the end… still depends on you."
With those words, everyone on the scene perked up.
Especially Vegeta.
As a fellow Saiyan, he'd been following Lin Chuan's lead.
After finally carving his own path beyond Super Saiyan 4, now Lin Chuan said he knew another route?
It was enough to drive anyone crazy.
"Old Lin, seems like you've had this planned all along.
I used to think you stopped caring after Gohan drifted away from us.
But now I see, you've been thinking of him this whole time," said Piccolo suddenly.
His words struck deep.
Especially for Gohan, who suddenly felt a bit embarrassed.
Over the years, he'd stopped visiting as often, no longer training with Piccolo or Lin Chuan like he used to.
Hearing this, Lin Chuan could only smile wryly to himself, he couldn't exactly explain that he just knew all this from the original storyline.
"Whatever my reasons, bottom line is, this time, all of you are coming with me to the Realm of the Kais."
As he spoke, Lin Chuan paused briefly, his eyes sweeping over the group.
Seeing some hesitation and confusion in their eyes, he continued,
"If you still want to become stronger, then from now on, listen to me.
Because…"
As Lin Chuan explained, everyone in the Lookout finally understood.
Potential unlocking, they weren't unfamiliar with it.
Back then, everyone had gone through Elder Guru's potential unlocking.
And that only happened because of Lin Chuan's intervention.
Now, they had a chance to do it again.
Shocked at first, they soon began to feel secretly delighted.
After all, who didn't want to break through to a higher level?
Especially Tien and Krillin, who had long been stuck at a bottleneck.
To them, this might be their only chance.
"So that's how it is! I didn't expect there to be so many layers to this.
Talos, you've been hiding things from us all this time?!" Vegeta shouted.
But in truth, he was already fired up.
A chance to get stronger?
There's no way he'd let that slip by!
"I wouldn't say hiding… I just happened to think of it now," Lin Chuan replied calmly, meeting Vegeta's intense stare.
"Elder Guru's potential unlocking is indeed a way to boost your power.
But if your body lacks potential, then there's nothing to boost.
That applies to Krillin, Tien, and you too, Vegeta."
"There's a limit to how much potential a being can possess.
Sure, it can build up over time…
But Vegeta, I'd advise you not to get your hopes too high."
"Yes, you've been accumulating power,
But you've also constantly pushed yourself to unlock it."
"Compared to you, I think Krillin and Tien have more unused potential stored up.
This time, they might break through to an even higher level."
As Lin Chuan finished speaking, everyone was stunned.
Of course they all understood the concept, but hearing Lin Chuan say it aloud was like having the answer confirmed in advance.
"Tch~! Are you saying this prince will be outclassed by two bald Earthlings?"
Vegeta's eyes gleamed with intimidation.
He seemed to be saying, "Don't count me out before it even starts."
His tone was arrogant, but deep down, he felt uneasy.
Because he knew Lin Chuan didn't speak nonsense.
And he knew full well the condition of his own body.
At his current level, potential was hardly his focus anymore.
What mattered was breaking through realms, and then letting that drive his power to evolve.
"Sorry, but I'm actually part Three-Eyed race, not fully Earthling!
And don't underestimate Earthlings, maybe we can't transform like you Saiyans, but that's your only real edge."
Tien spoke up, voicing his frustration.
Yes, they weren't as strong as Vegeta.
But that didn't mean Vegeta had to look down on them to elevate himself.
When it came to dedication and insight into training, Tien believed he wasn't inferior to anyone, except Lin Chuan.
"Hmph! The struggle of ants. You're just a half-breed mutt.
Even without transforming, I could kill you with one finger!"
Vegeta sneered viciously.
The threat made Tien clench his fists, teeth grinding.
He was furious, but he couldn't deny it.
There was a huge gap between their power levels.
Like heaven and earth.
"Let it go, Tien." Krillin gave him a calming glance.
Even Chiaotzu looked at him with concern.
This situation… wasn't looking good.
Neither side would back down, even if it meant putting their lives on the line.
Just as the tension was reaching a boiling point, Piccolo cut in,
"Instead of throwing threats, why not let results speak for themselves?
Vegeta, yes, Tien and Krillin are weaker than you.
But don't forget, back then, you were the ant in front of them."
"You didn't die, and you made it this far.
So are you really going to keep clinging to that superiority complex?"
Piccolo's sharp words left Vegeta red-faced, flustered and ashamed.
Talking about the past, that was his darkest time.
"Hmph!!" With a cold grunt, Vegeta turned away and said no more.
His earlier outburst had been to save face, and now he was just giving himself a way out.
Lin Chuan still didn't say much.
"Since we're all decided, come gather around me. I'll use Instant Transmission to take us there.
As for the results of your potential unlocking, that's up to you."
If you want to prove yourself, then let your strength do the talking.
Especially regarding the tension between Tien and Vegeta,
This potential unlock and its effect on each person's power level would serve as undeniable proof!
As everyone came to his side, Lin Chuan nodded and, together with Piccolo, gave Dende and Mr. Popo some instructions.
Then, he unleashed his energy and created a barrier to encompass everyone.
In the blink of an eye, his Instant Transmission locked onto the Elder Supreme Kai's ki in the Supreme Kai Realm,
and all of them vanished from the Lookout.
Sacred Land.
Within the Supreme Kai Realm.
The East Supreme Kai and Kibito were respectfully listening to a lecture from the Elder Supreme Kai.
This had become part of their daily routine.
Ever since the Elder Supreme Kai had awakened, he had resumed this teaching practice.
Especially after last month's incident with Babidi, Majin Buu, and Broly, the Elder Supreme Kai had been imparting more advanced knowledge.
After all, the situation had now escalated to involve other time-space worlds, past and future alike, so he had to make sure East Supreme Kai Shin understood what was at stake.
Otherwise, this Supreme Kai title would be meaningless.
It had to be said, the Elder Supreme Kai was from fifteen generations ago.
With one generation spanning ten million years, that meant he was from hundreds of millions of years ago, a being even more fearsome than the Grand Kai.
The knowledge he possessed was far beyond that of any ordinary Supreme Kai.
He was like a sage among sages.
"So, everything I've taught today about the full functionality of the Time Rings, you've memorized, right?
Kibito, even though you're not officially a Supreme Kai yet, you're already acting as one.
In the future, Universe 7 will need you to assist Shin.
One Supreme Kai alone, especially one who got the job halfway through, is too much of a burden."
The Elder Supreme Kai stood with hands behind his back, lecturing like a strict elder.
"Yes, Elder Ancestor," Kibito replied respectfully.
East Supreme Kai Shin blushed and said,
"Elder Ancestor, I'll work even harder from now on, to become a worthy Supreme Kai."
"Mm. As long as you're committed.
You both must work even harder in the coming years.
Based on my calculations, God of Destruction Beerus is likely to awaken in a few more years.
When that happens, our universe will be plunged into chaos."
As he said this, the Elder Supreme Kai looked up into the distance.
The others didn't know what was coming, but he did.
When the topic shifted, both Shin and Kibito's expressions grew serious.
They already knew, the Elder Supreme Kai was urgently teaching them in preparation for the destruction to come in a few years.
The Supreme Kais were responsible for creation,
But the God of Destruction would awaken to wipe out all failed creations.
Just as they were growing anxious, a spatial ripple appeared not far away,
And in an instant, Lin Chuan arrived, bringing Gohan, Piccolo, Vegeta, Krillin, Tien, and Chiaotzu to the ground of the Supreme Kai Realm.
"Hmm?!"
Sensing their arrival, the Elder Supreme Kai immediately turned and looked in that direction.
When he saw who it was, his expression brightened,
Though, of course, he still kept his dignified air as a Supreme Kai.
After all, it wasn't just Lin Chuan who had arrived, he had brought the Earth's warriors too.
If Lin Chuan had come alone, the Elder Supreme Kai would've been ecstatic,
Because Lin Chuan always brought tasty treats from Earth.
(That was thanks to Lin Chuan's knowledge of the original timeline and the Elder Kai's preferences.)
But this time, the Elder Supreme Kai would be disappointed.
Lin Chuan had brought nothing, the visit was entirely unexpected.
Still, as the Elder Supreme Kai looked over each of them, his eyes finally returned to Lin Chuan.
"How rare, it's been so long since this many visitors arrived at the Supreme Kai Realm.
I can't even remember how many years it's been.
It's been ages since so many outsiders came at once."
He chuckled, half to himself.
"It's been a while, Elder Supreme Kai," Lin Chuan nodded in greeting.
That was when East Supreme Kai Shin and Kibito finally registered what had happened.
They hadn't expected that Lin Chuan would not only come himself, but bring so many Earth warriors!
"Didn't think we'd see each other again so soon, Lin Chuan,
and welcome, Earth warriors!" said East Supreme Kai Shin warmly.
These were warriors powerful enough to obliterate the Supreme Kais.
So now that they were here, there was no point in turning them away.
Best to learn why they came, help them if possible,
If not… then just play it cool.
The group exchanged greetings and began taking in their surroundings.
"So this is the Supreme Kai Realm?
It's nothing like I imagined. There's nothing here…
…but the environment is incredible," Vegeta said as soon as they arrived.
Like Piccolo, he used his ki sensing to scan the Sacred Land.
Thanks to their heightened senses, they immediately noticed how extraordinary this realm was.
Compared to Earth, it was immensely larger.
And unlike normal planets, the air quality here was far superior.
The gravity was strange too, sometimes heavy, sometimes light,
But always perfectly balanced for whoever was present.
It could even be compared to the God of Destruction Realm in Universe 6.
As a divine domain, training here might rival training in that realm.
At the very least, the results would far surpass anything achieved on Earth.
"Incredible. The Supreme Kai Realm truly lives up to its name.
I feel… like my entire body and mind have opened up," Gohan said.
This kind of direct physical and spiritual effect was especially noticeable for those visiting the Supreme Kai Realm for the first time.
Vegeta and Piccolo felt it too,
Though, having previously trained in Universe 6's Destroyer Realm, it didn't affect them as much.
"So I wasn't the only one, Gohan felt it too?
I suddenly feel like just staying here would rapidly boost my cultivation," Tien commented.
Krillin nodded beside him,
"I've been trying to grasp Master Roshi's concept of the 'Ego-less State,'
while also training with the divine technique Lin Chuan gave me.
And now that I'm here, it's like I've plunged into a hot spring,
My entire being feels released.
The pressure I'd been holding in… it's all gone.
My state of mind, it feels like it's already advanced."
"My psychic powers…
They've awakened to something new,
thanks to the feeling this place gives me," Chiaotzu added.