"Old Supreme Kai, what's wrong with you? Why do you look so flustered?"
Whis was genuinely concerned. Whenever the Old Supreme Kai got like this, it usually meant trouble—and Beerus was always a wild card in those situations.
The Old Supreme Kai, breathing heavily, replied, "Grand Priest, Rayden has appeared on Earth with two individuals from the Dragon God Realm. They claim that a candidate Supreme Kai has traveled through different time periods and even used the Super Dragon Balls to swap bodies!"
"Wait, what?"
Whis had just mentioned that Rayden and his companions were acquainted with the Dragon God Salama, and now this? The situation was escalating faster than he could process.
Now, even the gods under his jurisdiction were traveling through time and space to swap bodies with mortals? Were their own divine bodies not good enough?
The Grand Priest's expression turned ice cold. His voice carried a chilling authority that made everyone in the room freeze.
"Do you know which universe's Supreme Kai candidate did it?"
The sheer pressure radiating from him caused the Old Supreme Kai, Supreme Kai Shin, and Jebbit to tremble in fear.
"Grand Priest... Rayden and the others didn't specify who did it," the Old Supreme Kai replied.
"But," Supreme Kai Shin added nervously, "the two people from the Dragon God Realm said that Master Zeno should summon representatives from all twelve universes, including the Time Realm."
"Judging by the current situation," he continued, "it's very likely that more than one person has used the Super Dragon Balls to wish for a body swap with Rayden!"
"They'll be arriving at Zeno's Palace very soon!"
The Grand Priest's face darkened completely.
"Whis, contact all universes immediately. Have everyone prepare to assemble. I will summon them to Zeno's Palace shortly. And make sure every Supreme Kai and their followers are present. No exceptions."
Without waiting for a reply, the Grand Priest turned and strode toward the inner chambers of Zeno's Palace.
"Yes, Grand Priest!" Whis bowed respectfully, then raised his staff to begin contacting the angels from the other universes.
Supreme Kai Shin watched the Grand Priest leave and muttered worriedly, "Ancestor... this looks bad. Do you think something major is about to happen?"
Before he could continue, the Old Supreme Kai slapped him on the back of the head. "This isn't your place to talk! Keep your mouth shut when the time comes!"
"Yes, yes, understood!" Shin nodded quickly, not daring to argue.
"Now, you little brat, go get that lazy cat Beerus!"
"Right away, Ancestor!" Supreme Kai Shin immediately activated Instant Transmission and disappeared.
---
Universe 6, Gods of Destruction Realm
"Vados, I'm exhausted!" Champa flopped down onto the ground, panting. His voice was full of frustration.
"Master Champa," Vados said with a soft laugh, "it seems you still need more exercise."
Just a moment ago, they had seen off Gabe and his companions, returning them to their planet. Lord Champa had put on his best behavior to restore some of his tarnished image before the upcoming multiverse gathering hosted by Zeno. He even managed to sound halfway pleasant as he bid farewell.
Suddenly, Vados's staff began to glow.
"Whis? What's going on?" she asked, puzzled. They had just seen each other recently.
"Sister, I'm currently at Zeno's Palace. The Grand Priest is summoning everyone. All Supreme Kais and their followers must attend!"
Vados's expression turned serious. This was not a regular meeting.
"Whis, did something happen?"
"I can't explain now. Just get ready. I still have to contact the other universes." And with that, Whis ended the call.
Champa groaned. "Please tell me Whis isn't dragging me to hang out with Zeno again..."
Vados gave him a sharp smack on the head with her staff. "Master Champa, if the Grand Priest wants to see us, we don't have time to waste. Get up!"
---
Universe 8, Gods of Destruction Realm
A yellow, three-tailed fox dressed in the attire of a God of Destruction lay lazily on a weathered chair. This was Liquir. Beside him stood a young man holding a glowing staff—his angel, Koren.
"Master Liquir, today's scheduled destruction is about to begin," Koren reported dutifully.
Liquir lazily nodded. "Then go ahead and get ready."
"Yes, Master Liquir!"
Koren smiled as he began preparing. Unlike Whis's universe, where laziness and chaos reigned, Liquir and Supreme Kai Ilu maintained a well-organized and efficiently managed universe. Thanks to their cooperation, things ran smoothly every day.
Suddenly, Koren's staff began to shine.
"Brother Whis? What a coincidence. I was just thinking of you," Koren said with a warm smile.
"Brother Koren, I'm at Zeno's Palace. The Grand Priest is summoning everyone, including all members of the Supreme Kai worlds."
Koren raised an eyebrow. "That's unusual. Normally only Supreme Kais and the Gods of Destruction are called. What's going on?"
"Just get ready. The Grand Priest will explain everything when you arrive." With that, Whis ended the call.
---
Earth, Universe 7
After Rayden finished explaining everything, the group around him erupted in outrage.
"Uncle Rayden, that Zamasu is despicable! Let's go take him down right now!"
"You shouldn't have held back last time, Rayden! That vile Supreme Kai candidate should've been destroyed on the spot!"
"Let's head to Universe 10 immediately!"
"If that damned elephant tries to interfere, we'll show him what Beerus's fat paws feel like!"
Long Yi and Long Er exchanged glances. These Earthlings were bold, no doubt. But to confront Zeno's allies within his own palace? That took guts.
"Alright, calm down!" Rayden held up a hand. "I've already notified Zeno's Palace. We'll be going there soon. Zamasu should be present by then."
Krillin stepped forward. "Rayden, can we come with you? I want to see what Zeno's Palace looks like."
Rayden shook his head firmly. "No, Krillin. You're not strong enough to handle what's coming. I may not be able to protect you in the fight."
"Aw, man..." Krillin sighed along with the others. As exciting as the coming battle would be, they understood their limitations.
They still remembered the scene where Rayden and his allies beat Champa senseless.
This time, all twelve Gods of Destruction would be gathered. The fight would be on a whole new level.
Rayden checked the time. Over an hour had passed since the initial call.
"Rayden, the old guy should've finished notifying everyone by now," Long Er said. "Time to move!"
Rayden nodded, though a trace of worry lingered on his face. "Long Yi, Long Er, please try not to stir up trouble."
Long Yi chuckled. "As long as no one provokes us, we'll handle everything peacefully."
Long Er grinned. "Don't worry! Zeno's erasure technique doesn't work on those from the Dragon God Realm or the Dark Demon Realm."
(Indeed, Zeno's erasure technique only affected beings under his universal jurisdiction.)
Rayden sighed. Long Yi was at least rational, but Long Er? He was practically Goku's twin when it came to picking fights.
"Alright, everyone, grab hold of me!"
Rayden reached into his storage ring and pulled out the Universal Map of the Twelve Realms. At the center, encircled by all twelve universes, lay Zeno's Palace.
With everyone linking arms and placing a hand on Rayden, they vanished in a flash.
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