Sacred World of the Kais, ancient ruins.
In the weathered ancient ruins, Raditz was suspended in mist-like luminous dust, eyes closed, his entire body extremely relaxed, accepting the inspiration of divinity.
In the void, it seemed as if someone was speaking to Raditz. The voice was rustling, indistinguishable.
Twelve hours passed, and the ceremony came to an end. The Kaioshin finally finished the chanting and ritual movements. He wiped sweat from his cheeks, took a deep breath, and completely relaxed.
"Is it over? Raditz is the new Supreme Kai!" The Old Kai suddenly appeared next to Kibito and said with joy.
In his opinion, Raditz met the standard exceptionally well, and having him as Supreme Kai would greatly benefit this universe—even more than the current Kaioshin.
Kibito's forehead was covered with sweat, his expression changing drastically. He was surprised by Raditz's greatly transformed aura. In the past, Raditz's tremendous strength could make him tremble, but at this moment, just the sacred aura and calm, majestic demeanor made him involuntarily stand straighter with respect.
Chaotic wind blew boundlessly, stirring Raditz's long hair, and a resonant hum from Raditz echoed through space.
Gradually, he placed both feet on the ground, and his entire bearing became transcendent, adding nobility beneath his originally tough appearance. Though they all stood on the same ground, one felt that Raditz seemed to be standing peacefully upon clouds.
The Kaioshin was surprised, his heart beating faster, finding it incredible.
"Lord Grand Supreme Kai, thank you very much."
"Ah... ah, you're welcome." The Kaioshin replied in a daze, unable to react for a moment.
Grass blades flew up from the green field, dancing over Raditz's hair and eyebrows, and a smile appeared on his strong face. He felt the power of vitality—completely different from mortals' thickness, like the difference between rivers and oceans versus a single drop of water.
A long and infinite life was the first gift of godhood, and the second gift was the expansion of spiritual power.
Raditz's mind was extremely clear, his consciousness sharp, and his mental power had become stronger by many times! He now felt that if he mobilized objects in the universe, he could even move an entire planet.
Looking up, the starry sky of the entire Universe Seven displayed itself before him, and it took only one thought to go wherever he desired.
Becoming a Supreme Kai had more benefits than expected, and Raditz was extremely pleased.
"Keep this—wear it as the Supreme Kai's symbol." The Old Kai produced a pair of Potara earrings from seemingly nowhere and threw them to Raditz.
Catching them with one hand, Raditz didn't put them on immediately.
"Well, I don't want to wear them yet. Or rather, don't want to wear them all the time."
"What does this mean?" Kibito was about to give Raditz Supreme Kai robes but was interrupted.
"You're already a Supreme Kai, and your duty is to stay in the Sacred World of the Kais and protect this universe with us..." The Kaioshin suddenly understood something mid-sentence. "Could it be you want to return to the mortal realm?"
"Can't I?" Raditz asked.
The Old Kai, Kibito, and the Kaioshin all looked at him strangely, as if regarding an idiot. As a trainee Supreme Kai, it had been acceptable for the Majin Buu situation, but now he was a legitimate Supreme Kai—how could he spend all his time among mortals?
Since Raditz was a god, how could he live in the mortal world and act like a mortal? Not to mention Supreme Kais—even regular gods had to live in lofty temples to demonstrate the distinction between mortals and gods. Of course, more importantly, a god's duty was to quietly guard and create suitable environments for life's development, not directly interfere with mortal evolution.
If mixed together, it would likely cause confusion.
"This... there's never been such a precedent, and as a Supreme Kai, you shouldn't..." The Old Kai supported Raditz but couldn't agree with this view.
Raditz smiled. "A god's life is very long—a million years is nothing. Taking out a few short years would be equivalent to the time it takes a mortal to yawn, wouldn't it? Using the time of a yawn to visit the mortal realm is like a short trip, isn't it?"
They fell silent. Indeed, for a long time, they too had traveled to many places in the mortal realm tracking Majin Buu's whereabouts, spending considerable time. These periods added up would be enough for a person to live hundreds of lifetimes.
There seemed nothing wrong with what Raditz said...
"Also, do you think Majin Buu is the strongest monster? There are many stronger things in this world. I must at least train the Saiyans and Earth warriors properly."
"That seems reasonable." The Kaioshin was the first to be persuaded.
"Lord... Grand Supreme Kai!" Kibito's expression changed.
The Kaioshin shook his head with a wry smile. "Raditz is different from us—he's always had his own ideas. So be it. I'll give you the Potara earrings, as long as you remember you're a Supreme Kai."
"Then I'm going to see Lord Beerus." Having received approval, Raditz bid farewell to the three.
Hearing Beerus's name, they nodded immediately. It was thanks to Beerus's recommendation that Raditz had become a god this time, and they were still awaiting news.
So Raditz teleported back to Earth.
"Ancestor, do you think this decision is right?" the Kaioshin asked after Raditz left.
Looking at the ruins, the Old Kai sighed quietly. "Who knows? I only know that Raditz is a miraculous figure. Have you ever seen a Supreme Kai with the level of a God of Destruction?"
"You're saying... but Raditz is still..."
"It's very possible. With his current rate of improvement, I think Lord Beerus should also sense something." The Old Kai raised his eyes and smiled.
The Kaioshin and Kibito looked at each other in disbelief and surprise.
At this moment, the sky on Earth was already dark, and many people were quietly falling asleep. Only Beerus and Whis still stood on the rooftop enjoying a late-night snack. Holding their cups, they quietly watched the nocturnal planet.
"Whis, Earth is really a nice place."
"Haha, Lord Beerus is talking about the food, right?"
"It's not entirely because of food. The environment is the same, and the people too. In short, it's different from previous planets." Beerus said and took a bite of cream cake.
"Oh, is it really good to eat this at night?" Whis took a bite of strawberry sundae and said with a frown. "Pay attention to your health."
"You're doing the same thing!" Beerus yelled.
"Hehe, Lord Beerus is very serious." Whis covered his mouth and chuckled.
Beerus snorted and ignored him. At that moment, Whis's smile faded and he became serious. "Lord Beerus is right—Earth is indeed somewhat different, and the most eye-catching one is Raditz. Perhaps in the near future, there will be someone who can compete with Lord Beerus."
"You're exaggerating."
"Not necessarily. Lord Beerus should also sense his potential."
"Maybe..." Beerus suddenly raised his head, saw Raditz who'd arrived via Instant Transmission, and a smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.
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