After the instead dungeon was done everyone got out, as they did Jalter saw Ritsuka and then saw Kiyohim and Elizabeth, she just went ripped them from Ritsuka and yeated then away, then started to cuddle with Ritsuka
As Jalter aggressively yanked Kiyohime and Elizabeth away from Ritsuka and took their place, Ritsuka raised an eyebrow, watching the two dragon girls fly across the room. Jalter settled herself against him, wrapping her arms around him possessively and nuzzling into his chest.
Ritsuka, though mildly amused, couldn't help but comment, "You're getting a lot more comfortable with me, aren't you?"
Jalter, still holding onto him, smirked but didn't say anything. She seemed completely unbothered by the fact she had just yeeted two other girls out of her way.
Kukulkan, observing the scene from nearby, pouted and crossed her arms. "Hey! Not fair! I wanted to cuddle with him, not you, Jalter!" She stomped her foot playfully, her eyes narrowing at Jalter.
Ritsuka sighed, rubbing the back of his neck. "And here I thought we'd all have a peaceful moment after the dungeon. Guess not." He glanced at Kukulkan, knowing this wasn't over. She wasn't the type to back down so easily.
Jalter just grinned smugly, refusing to move from her comfortable spot, while Kukulkan looked like she was already plotting her next move.
Ereshkigal looked at Kukulkan. "Actually I was wondering if there was another way, Kukulkan can get as strong as me"
Ritsuka though for a bit and smiled. "Yes there is a way, she can absorved another Verison of her from a different universe
Ereshkigal raised an eyebrow in curiosity, while Kukulkan perked up at the mention of growing stronger.
Ritsuka nodded, smiling as he elaborated. "Yes, Kukulkan can absorb a version of herself from a different universe. Essentially, it's a way for her to gain the strength, knowledge, and powers of another Kukulkan, effectively making her as strong as Ereshkigal or even stronger."
Kadoc blinked, trying to process this. "Wait... come again? You're telling me she can just absorb... another version of herself from a parallel world?"
Mash, equally surprised, tilted her head in confusion. "Senpai, that sounds... unbelievable. I didn't even know such a thing was possible."
Ritsuka shrugged casually, as if this was just another Tuesday for him. "It's complicated, but considering the multiverse, it's not that far-fetched. It would require finding the right version of Kukulkan, though. One that's compatible for absorption, so it's not like she can just absorb any Kukulkan."
Kama and Shalltear, who had been quietly listening, sighed in unison. They exchanged knowing looks, as if they had expected this sort of thing to come up eventually.
Shalltear was the first to speak. "I knew this day would come, husband. You've been hopping through different worlds long enough that this kind of thing was bound to happen."
Kama leaned back, rolling her eyes. "Yeah, just typical 'Ritsuka logic,' I guess. Multiverse shenanigans and whatnot."
Kukulkan, meanwhile, looked intrigued. "So, if I absorb another me, I'll get a power boost? Hmm, that sounds... tempting." She smirked, already thinking about the possibilities.
Ritsuka looked at them. "Lucky for all of you, I have an prefect match, the Verison is weaker and an argent asshole, will all gods of that universe is, but it will give her a power boost, plus it is better for that world".
Kadoc just looked at him. "What is that world called"
Ritsuka looked at him. "The system named it recorded of Ragnarok".
Kadoc's eyes widened in surprise. "Wait, *Record of Ragnarok*? The one where gods and humans fight to the death in some massive tournament? You're telling me Kukulkan's counterpart is from *that* world?"
Ritsuka nodded casually. "Yep, and let me tell you, the gods in that universe aren't exactly... friendly. They're arrogant and selfish, most of them anyway. Kukulkan's counterpart there fits right in. She's powerful, but she's also a bit of a jerk. Absorbing her would not only boost Kukulkan's strength but also rid that universe of one more problematic god."
Kukulkan's eyes gleamed with excitement at the prospect. "A power boost *and* taking out an arrogant version of myself? Sounds like a win-win to me."
Mash blinked in disbelief. "That... sounds dangerous, Senpai. Are you sure it's safe?"
Ritsuka smiled reassuringly. "Don't worry, Mash. The system already analyzed everything. This version of Kukulkan is strong but nowhere near our Kukulkan's level in terms of raw potential. It'll be a clean absorption, and she'll just become stronger."
Kama, leaning against the wall with her arms crossed, chuckled. "I guess it was only a matter of time before Ritsuka found a way to make multiverse hijinks even crazier."
Shalltear, ever the practical one, smirked. "I'm just curious how Kukulkan will handle being even stronger. She already enjoys showing off her power."
Kukulkan grinned at Shalltear. "Oh, trust me, you'll *all* notice when I come back stronger."
Ritsuka then stood up. "Alright, if we're doing this, we need to head to that world soon. I'll take care of the details. Kukulkan, get ready for a little multiverse travel."
Ritsuka then looked at other. "There is another Verison of Ereshkigal there as well, but she is like a our Verison, she likes human but unlike the Buddha she is not stronger enough to go agent's and god and fight for the humans, I wonder what round they are at, the last time I went it that universe I became the head god"
Kadoc just looked at him. "I thought that was Zues"
Ritsuka looked at them. "Oh Kadoc I am already in top gods of this universe and that universe gods are not really that strong human are able to kill them, so image when I went to that world my first time".
Kadoc blinked, processing what Ritsuka had just said. "Wait... you became the head god of *that* universe? As in, you overthrew Zeus and the others? And you're telling me their gods aren't that strong, even compared to humans?"
Ritsuka nodded with a grin. "Exactly. The gods in *Record of Ragnarok* are arrogant, but they're not invincible. Humans can, and *have*, killed them. So when I showed up, they didn't exactly stand a chance. Let's just say Zeus didn't take it well when I knocked him off his throne. I ended up taking his place."
Mash, still trying to wrap her head around this, looked at Ritsuka with wide eyes. "Senpai, that's... incredible. But why would the humans fight the gods if they knew they could die?"
Ritsuka shrugged. "Well, the tournament in that universe is about humanity's survival. The gods want to wipe out humanity, and the humans fight to prove they deserve to live. It's a high-stakes battle for their existence. So, naturally, they'd risk everything."
Kukulkan, now more intrigued, asked, "And what about this version of Ereshkigal? You said she's like ours?"
Ritsuka nodded. "Yeah, she's kind and wants to protect humans, but she's not as strong as the other gods in her universe. She's not the type to fight in the tournament, but she still opposes what the gods are doing. If you absorb your counterpart, Kukulkan, I might be able to help this Ereshkigal too."
Kama raised an eyebrow. "You're really going to clean up that entire universe, aren't you?"
Ritsuka chuckled. "Why not? It could use some balance. Besides, I'm already their head god. I might as well make things a bit more... fair."
Kadoc, still slightly skeptical, rubbed his temples. "This is insane, even by your standards, Ritsuka. But if you can pull it off, I guess it'll be one less problem for us to deal with."
Ritsuka grinned. "Exactly. We'll head over there soon. Get ready, everyone. We're about to pay a visit to a *very* interesting world."
Ritsuka then grabbed Kukulkan hand, then looked at Kadoc
Ritsuka then looked at them. "I should mention only me and Kukulkan are going to that world, that world is time is slower then ours, so by the time I am back Kadoc would already be done with the second singularity"
As Ritsuka actively the system and searched um the word Record of Ragnarok, as then went a world break both Kukulkan and Kadoc, mash, Olga, and Anastasia went to handle the second singularity
Meanwhile in the record of Ragnarok universe, round 9 had already ended and gods had won as the current balances was this 6 wins for the gods, and 5 wins for the humans, as the gods cheer and the humans will be in despair.
Apollo looked at Leonidas as he started to disappear
Heimdall the one to announce the matched spoke. "And with that the 9th round of Ragnarok has ended and with humanity is stepping close to it's doom".
"I am sorry but I never to this Ragnarok, why wasn't I informed"
As then all the gods eyes wident as they saw who it was, as there standing in the middle of the tournament was Ritsuka as the gods just golf, meanwhile Brunhilde and Goll eyes wident as they can't believe he is back the one god who sees humanity better then gods, as they saw Ritsuka meanwhile Zues landed next to Ritsuka saw he started to bow
Zues just looked at Ritsuka and the beautiful woman with him. "L-l-lord Ritsuka what brings you back from your vacation"
Ritsuka smirked as he looked around at the stunned gods and the despairing humans. His presence alone had caused a ripple of fear and reverence among the divine, while the humans looked on with glimmers of hope.
He glanced down at Zeus, who was bowing in front of him. "Vacation? I guess you could call it that. But I heard you've been getting a little too comfortable up here, Zeus."
Zeus trembled slightly, a mix of respect and fear. "N-no, Lord Ritsuka, we've just been… maintaining order. Nothing more."
Ritsuka chuckled, his gaze shifting towards the human fighters and the Valkyrie sisters, Brunhilde and Göll. He could see the shock in their eyes, but also the faint flicker of hope.
He turned back to Zeus. "Order, huh? And what about humanity? Six wins for the gods, huh? I'd say you've been stacking the odds a bit, don't you think?"
Apollo, still standing from his victory, stiffened under Ritsuka's gaze. "We're just fulfilling the terms of Ragnarok. If humanity can't win, it's not our fault."
Kukulkan, who had been silent beside Ritsuka, stepped forward. "So this is what you call a 'fair' battle? No wonder your universe is in such disarray."
Ritsuka let out a small sigh, then raised his hand slightly. "Enough of this. Kukulkan and I are here for another reason, but while I'm back, we're going to balance things out a bit."
He looked at Heimdall, who was still frozen in place after Ritsuka's sudden appearance. "Heimdall, announce it. The next round is postponed. The gods have had enough wins for now. I'm declaring a temporary break from the tournament."
Heimdall, unsure of what to do, looked to Zeus for confirmation, but Zeus simply nodded, still bowed.
Heimdall cleared his throat, his voice shaky. "A-as decreed by Lord Ritsuka, the next round of Ragnarok is postponed until further notice!"
Brunhilde, who had been silent up until now, stepped forward cautiously. "Lord Ritsuka… what brings you back here after all this time?"
Ritsuka glanced at her and smiled. "I'm here for Kukulkan, and to fix a few things. Don't worry, humanity still has a chance. I'll make sure of that."
Brunhilde's eyes filled with renewed determination. "Thank you…"
Ritsuka turned back to the gods, his eyes hardening. "You all better remember—this tournament isn't over yet. Don't get too comfortable with your victories. I'll be watching."
Ritsuka then looked at Zues. "Gather all the god, yes even the Outer gods"
Zeus, though still apprehensive, nodded quickly at Ritsuka's command. "Very well, Lord Ritsuka. I'll gather all the gods, including those on the outer fringes of our realm."
Kukulkan, still puzzled, raised an eyebrow. "If they're not the cosmic horrors I'm thinking of, then who exactly are these 'outer gods' you're referring to?"
Ritsuka grinned, shaking his head. "Just powerful entities who are bound by different rules than the regular gods. They're not the cosmic entities you're worried about."
Kukulkan sighed, though still slightly on edge. "Fine. I suppose if you say they're not as dangerous as the beings I feared, I'll trust your judgment."
Meanwhile, Odin's frustration boiled over in his viewing room. The appearance of Ritsuka had complicated his plans significantly. He had hoped that the gods' victories would secure their dominance, but Ritsuka's return threatened to disrupt everything.
Odin slammed his fist onto the armrest of his throne, sending a tremor through the room. "Damn it! Why did that lizard have to come back now? Everything was going so perfectly until he showed up."
The other gods present in Odin's chamber exchanged worried glances, sensing the gravity of the situation. Odin's schemes to cement the gods' superiority and the fate of humanity now faced an unforeseen complication.
Ritsuka and Kukulkan went to Brunhild room, as he looked at the list of gods who died and the human who had died
Ritsuka just looked at the name of Adam. "Adam died huh". A dark like aura spread to the room. "It is a same he was my favourite, and Zues killed him".
Brunhilde, noticing the shift in Ritsuka's demeanor, tensed slightly. The dark aura emanating from him made the air in the room feel heavier.
She responded carefully, "Yes, Adam's death was a significant blow to humanity. His sacrifice had a major impact."
Ritsuka's eyes narrowed as he looked at the list. "Zeus's actions have made things personal. I will have to address this."
Kukulkan, sensing Ritsuka's growing anger, placed a reassuring hand on his shoulder. "Calm down, Ritsuka. We can still turn this situation around. The tournament isn't over yet, and we can still help humanity."
Ritsuka took a deep breath, managing to rein in the dark aura surrounding him. "You're right. We have to ensure that Adam's sacrifice wasn't in vain. Let's gather the information and prepare for the next rounds."
Brunhilde nodded, relieved to see Ritsuka regain his composure. "I'll help you gather the details. There are still many rounds left, and we must ensure that humanity has a fighting chance."
Ritsuka and Kukulkan prepared to strategize, ready to influence the outcome of the tournament and stand against the gods who had taken things too far.
To be continued
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