REVIEWS AND POWERSTONES PLSSS!!!!!REVIEWS AND POWERSTONES PLSSS!!!!!REVIEWS AND POWERSTONES PLSSS!!!!!Chapter 113: Grand Priest
"Greetings, everyone!"
A calm, benevolent voice suddenly rang across the plaza, making all eyes turn toward the newcomer.
"Greetings, Grand Priest-sama!"
"Greetings, Grand Priest-sama!"
"Greetings, Grand Priest-sama!"
Seeing the newcomer, everyone present grew solemn. They immediately respectfully saluted him with great ceremony.
That's right—this suddenly appearing person was the Grand Priest, the most powerful existence across the entire cosmos.
The Grand Priest was also this Supreme Kai meeting's host.
"No need for formalities, everyone. Please, sit!"
The moment Grand Priest's words fell, next second an exquisite long table appeared in the plaza. On both sides of the long table were six chairs each.
Various universe Supreme Kais found their respective positions, sitting down one by one.
As the most special Universe 7, naturally their seat was at the table's very end. This made Old Kai's expression somewhat ugly.
In his era, though Universe 7 couldn't compare with Universes 1 and 2, it always ranked at the forefront. Sitting at the very end was his first time since becoming Supreme Kai.
"Ancestor, please sit!"
Shin pulled out the chair, about to let Old Kai sit. Unexpectedly, Old Kai glared at him, saying without good humor, "You're Supreme Kai now. Look at other seats—which isn't a Supreme Kai? Why would I sit?"
After speaking, Old Kai shoved Shin into the seat. He and Turles stood behind Shin.
Shin—somewhat flustered by Old Kai's attitude—looked pitifully at Old Kai. But Old Kai turned his head aside, completely refusing to look at him. Shin could only place his gaze on Turles.
Seeing other universe Supreme Kais seemingly about to be attracted by their commotion, Turles quickly pressed his hand on Shin's shoulder, stopping his rising motion. He gestured for Shin to look at others.
Seeing Turles's eye signal, Shin hurriedly looked around. Seeing several Supreme Kais watching him with schadenfreude, he immediately jolted, sitting up straight.
Just then, the Grand Priest in the head seat seemingly also noticed them. Seeing besides Old Kai and Turles, apprentice Supreme Kai Zamasu was also standing, he thought briefly, then waved his hand again—conjuring three chairs.
Looking at the suddenly appearing chairs, Turles froze momentarily. Looking up, he discovered the Grand Priest smiling at him, nodding. Turles hurriedly returned the courtesy, then pulled Old Kai to sit down.
The Grand Priest's action made several front-ranking universe Supreme Kais also place attention on them. But at this moment, the Grand Priest spoke again:
"Alright everyone, another Supreme Kai meeting. As usual, let's first summarize each universe's development situation."
After speaking, the Grand Priest snapped his right hand fingers. A massive light screen appeared in the space above the table.
After the screen appeared, other Supreme Kais couldn't spare attention for Turles anymore. They all placed their gazes on the screen.
"Universe 1. Last time human average level 11, ranked first. This time human average level 11.5, increase 0.5, rank unchanged."
Seeing the screen's information, the Grand Priest's left-hand first position—Universe 1's Supreme Kai Anat—showed no expression change. Clearly already aware of his universe's ranking.
However, the Grand Priest's right-hand first position—Universe 12's Supreme Kai Agu—had a trace of regret flash through his eyes. But next second, he smiled and nodded at Supreme Kai Anat looking over.
Seeing this, Supreme Kai Anat also showed him a smile.
"Universe 12. Last time human average level 10.9, ranked second. This time human average level 11.3, increase 0.4, rank unchanged."
Following this, the Grand Priest lightly swiped the screen. The information switched to the second-ranked universe.
When this information displayed, Universe 12's Supreme Kai Agu's face also showed no surprise. Just not surpassing Universe 1 to become first—this still left Supreme Kai Agu somewhat regretful.
Other universe Supreme Kais seeing this showed no surprise whatsoever. No helping it—these two universes had been like this for tens of millions of years. Moreover, these two universes were indeed developed well by both Supreme Kais. So other universe Supreme Kais had long abandoned competing for first and second.
But Shin—attending his first Supreme Kai meeting—watched both Supreme Kais enviously, secretly encouraging himself.
Turles watched Universe 1 and 12's Supreme Kais, then glanced at Universe 5 and 8 behind them. Some thoughts flashed through his mind.
In his memories, during the Tournament of Power, these four universes—having developed well—were exempted from participating, also avoiding their universes being erased by Omni-King.
Turles didn't know whether—with his influence now—Omni-King would still, like in the original, playfully decide to hold this Tournament of Power. But regardless, raising his universe's human average level was correct.
Here, Turles contemplated how to accelerate his universe's development. On the other side, the screen's rankings reached the final two.
Currently, Old Kai's expression had darkened to the extreme. Especially seeing other universe Supreme Kais' continuously sweeping gazes—this made him wish he could dig a hole in the ground to bury himself.
"Universe 9. Last time human average level 2, ranked twelfth. This time human average level 1.75, decrease 0.25, rank rises one position."
When this data emerged, except for Universe 9's Supreme Kai Roh and Turles's group, all present Supreme Kais couldn't help placing their gazes on Supreme Kai Roh.
Supreme Kai Roh's originally sinister-looking face became even uglier. His gaze toward other Supreme Kais also grew somewhat hostile. Especially his gaze toward Universe 6's Supreme Kai Fuwa—continuously flickering with calculation.
However, when his gaze fell on Turles's group, all the resentment in his eyes transformed into schadenfreude. His mouth corners couldn't help rising.
Currently, Shin had already lowered his head, completely not daring to meet other Supreme Kais' gazes. But Old Kai wasn't like Shin. His gaze fixedly stared at the screen, directly ignoring Supreme Kai Roh's gaze.
Rather, Turles currently noticed his gaze. However, regarding this behavior of being inadequate oneself and—instead of thinking about improvement—wanting to drag others down, Turles completely looked down on it. So after glancing at Supreme Kai Roh, like Old Kai, he looked toward the screen.
The three's ignoring performance made Roh feel somewhat humiliated and angry. The schadenfreude on his face also vanished.
"Universe 7. Last time human average level 2.7, ranked eleventh. This time human average level 1.7, decrease 1, rank drops one position."
As the information was announced, Old Kai couldn't help closing his eyes in despair.
Shin sneakily raised his head, looking at the screen. After seeing the information above, he immediately lowered his head again, face full of embarrassment.
You had to know—before Old Kai was released from his seal by Turles, Universe 7 had always been managed by him. But he'd always been entangled with Majin Buu matters, completely not caring about the entire universe's development.
Though this also included him not knowing that in his universe—besides himself as Supreme Kai—there was also a God of Destruction.
Turles didn't have much feeling about this ranking. Because he believed that as long as his Five-Year Plan was fully executed, this ranking would quickly rise.
Just God of Destruction Beerus's work was somewhat troublesome. As apprentice Supreme Kai, if overstepping to replace Beerus in destroying unqualified planets—not only would Old Kai disagree, even when Beerus awakened, he probably wouldn't appreciate it.
Though never having met Beerus, whether from the original story or what Whis told him, Turles could see God of Destruction Beerus was a capricious deity.
If then—due to his self-initiative—Beerus also sealed him inside a sword, he'd have nowhere to cry.
"Alright, everyone knows this meeting's universe rankings. I won't say more."
"However, I hope several universes can take this seriously."
"Now, the remaining time is for your mutual exchanges."
After speaking, the Grand Priest's figure vanished from place. However, Turles always felt that before leaving, the Grand Priest seemed to glance at him meaningfully.
The moment the Grand Priest left, Turles clearly felt all present Supreme Kais released long breaths. Then somewhat familiar Supreme Kais began exchanging.
At this moment, Old Kai also opened his eyes. He continuously slapped Shin's head, disappointed—continuously berating Shin.
"Tell me—how exactly did you serve as Supreme Kai? I've never seen such a stupid Supreme Kai! Universe development level not increasing is one thing—how could it even regress? Making Universe 7 dead last!"
"Ancestor, didn't I not know before?" Shin quietly defended himself.
"You still have the face to say that? As a Supreme Kai, you don't even know your own responsibilities. Is that acceptable? Ah!"
Seeing Shin dare to retort, Old Kai immediately gave him another head chop on the forehead. Shin cried out in pain, admitting his mistake.
However, Old Kai's words unknowingly also scolded another deity—Universe 9, the only other universe with declining levels.
"Old man, what do you mean?" Hearing Old Kai's words, Roh's expression grew even uglier. He angrily shouted at Old Kai.
Before Old Kai could speak, Turles already looked toward Roh first. Releasing his aura, expression cold, "You'd better speak properly!"
Roh—already in a bad mood—how could he be intimidated by Turles, this apprentice Supreme Kai? He disdainfully glanced at Turles, mocking, "What are you? I'm speaking with your Supreme Kai. What qualifications does a human have to interrupt?"
After speaking, Roh's gaze again fell on Old Kai, saying hatefully, "Old man, if this weren't Omni-King's palace, I'd definitely teach you a lesson."
After speaking, ignoring Turles, Roh directly turned and left.
"You!"
Just as Turles was about to explode, Old Kai stopped him, "This is Omni-King's palace. No causing trouble!"
Hatefully watching Roh's back, only under Old Kai's persuasion did Turles calm down.
Old Kai had helped him greatly. If he just watched Roh insult Old Kai, Turles couldn't do that. However, Old Kai's words also reminded him—this was Omni-King's palace. Fighting here would probably attract Omni-King's attention.
However, Old Kai felt somewhat gratified by Turles's attitude. Though Turles's appearance seemed somewhat immature, being able to angrily confront other Supreme Kais for him—regardless—was delightful.
After Roh's disturbance, Old Kai also lost his scolding mood. Tidying up, he prepared returning to Universe 7.
But just as the three wanted to leave Omni-King's palace, Universe 10's Supreme Kai Gowasu and his disciple Zamasu—along with Universe 6's Supreme Kai Fuwa—came before the three.
"Elder, there's still time. Why not come to my place for tea?"
Gowasu directly issued an invitation.
Hearing Gowasu's invitation, Turles and Shin's gazes fell on Old Kai. Old Kai thought briefly, then accepted Gowasu's invitation.
Seeing Old Kai accept his invitation, Gowasu felt somewhat happy. Walking beside Old Kai, he guided everyone outside.
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Universe 10, Supreme Kai Realm.
Everyone sat separately. Gowasu had Zamasu prepare tea below. He continued the previous topic with Old Kai.
"Speaking of which, my time in the Supreme Kai position isn't long either. After Zamasu gains experience, I can also step down from this Supreme Kai position."
Suddenly, Gowasu sighed at Old Kai.
"Is that so? I see your disciple is quite good. At minimum, he's much stronger than this descendant of mine."
Old Kai—currently like seeing other people's children—found Shin increasingly displeasing. Seizing the opportunity, he gave Shin another verbal beating.
However, Shin was now used to it. He exchanged glances with Turles, showing a bitter smile.
"Kid, how about we spar? I can tell your strength is definitely much greater than your Supreme Kai-sama."
Universe 6's Supreme Kai Fuwa again issued an invitation to Turles. Currently, the laziness on his body had vanished—only pure battle intent remained.
Hearing Fuwa's battle invitation, Turles smiled helplessly.
He truly hadn't expected this fatty-like Supreme Kai Fuwa would be so intensely interested in battle—just like Goku's nature.
He knew he couldn't avoid it. Glancing at Old Kai, seeing him nod, Turles accepted Fuwa's invitation.
Seeing Turles agree to his invitation, Fuwa grew very excited. Immediately standing, he came to an open space before Supreme Kai Realm's shrine. Expression serious, he watched Turles.
Since agreeing, Turles wasn't polite anymore. Using Instant Transmission, his figure appeared opposite Fuwa, facing him directly.
In Turles's memories, except for Shin—due to Majin Buu matters—simply fighting once on Earth, he hadn't seen other Supreme Kais battle.
Of course, excepting Zamasu this Supreme Kai.
After all, the Supreme Kai position simply wasn't a combat divine position. Supreme Kai selection never prioritized battle power.
However, when the forest is large, all kinds of birds exist. Look—Fuwa was a rare Supreme Kai especially interested in combat.
So Turles was curious what this fatty Supreme Kai's battle power was like. However, as Universe 7's twin universe—with Angel Vados—Fuwa's battle power probably wouldn't be too weak.
So Turles also seriously treated this battle without any relaxation.
Just as Turles and Fuwa confronted each other, Zamasu—carrying a tray—walked over. After arranging the tray's tea properly, Zamasu also curiously watched both fighters.
"What—your disciple is also interested in combat?" Seeing Zamasu's action, Old Kai also raised some interest, asking Gowasu.
Gowasu was very satisfied with his disciple. Hearing Old Kai's question, his face couldn't help showing a smile. Praising:
"Before I selected Zamasu as apprentice Supreme Kai, he was an outstanding Kai. He always maintained justice in his jurisdiction. His battle power is also not weak."
"Maintaining justice?" Hearing this, Old Kai's brow couldn't help furrowing.
"Yes, I'm currently somewhat troubled by this matter. Already becoming apprentice Supreme Kai, still can't change from his Kai period ways. Single-mindedly wanting to maintain the entire universe's order. Sigh!"
Speaking to the end, Gowasu couldn't help sighing.
"Teacher, I think my approach is correct. As gods, we must act like gods. Not only must we make mortals know reverence—we must also guide them. Only this way can universe order be maintained."
Hearing Gowasu negate him, Zamasu—disregarding outsiders' presence—once again used his philosophy to refute Gowasu.
"Nonsense! You're Supreme Kai, not God of Destruction! You only need to do Supreme Kai matters well. Supreme Kai's responsibility is creating planets. We have no qualification making any life revere gods!"
Gowasu hadn't expected his disciple to still be so stubborn. He immediately scolded aloud.
"Teacher, I—"
"Enough. Let's first watch Turles's battle!"
Zamasu still wanted to say something, but Gowasu didn't want to continue listening. He directly interrupted him.
Zamasu pressed his lips together. Finally didn't say more. After glancing at Gowasu, he looked toward Turles and Fuwa, who'd already begun fighting.
Old Kai—seeing both's dispute—from the corner of his eye glimpsed the thoughtful Shin beside him. His face also flashed with contemplation. Then he also watched Turles's battle.
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