This Is Definitely Not Dragon Ball!!

Chapter 480: Destruction-Kaioshin

"The only correct choice?"

Upon hearing the Grand Priest's words, the entire venue instantly fell silent.

"L–Lord Grand Priest, do you mean…"

As if thinking of something, the Kaioshin of Universe 3, El, asked cautiously.

Not only Kaioshin Ea, but the other universes' Kaioshins and Gods of Destruction also showed strange expressions—after all, the information hidden in that one simple sentence from the Grand Priest… was far, far too much!

Sweeping his gaze around the venue once more, the Grand Priest smiled and spoke again:

"Just as you've guessed, this Tournament of Power was nothing more than a test from Lord Zeno to all of you."

"Lord Zeno is noble and pure. He does not judge the merit of a universe or its people by the strength of their power, so naturally, he would not truly erase your universes just because you lost the match."

"Lord Zeno had long foreseen that the winning universe in the end might show compassion to the other universes—or rather, it is more accurate to say he was hoping for it—hoping you would display kindness toward others."

"Lord Grand Priest, w–what if Universe 13 had used the Super Dragon Balls to make another kind of wish just now?"

Swallowing hard, the Kaioshins and Gods of Destruction from each universe once again showed extremely tense expressions.

"If Universe 13 had only thought of themselves just now, using the Super Dragon Balls to make a selfish wish, then Lord Zeno would have erased everything!"

The Grand Priest answered, and everyone couldn't help but gape in shock, their scalps tingling.

My god—so this was the true purpose of the Tournament of Power!

All eyes turned toward the two Zenos in the palace. The two of them were swinging their little feet and giggling "hehehe," clearly showing that what the Grand Priest said was indeed their will and intent.

All the contestants and gods from the various universes felt a chill of lingering fear. To think they had been desperately fighting before, just trying to win the tournament—yet the truth turned out to be like this.

Everyone felt secretly relieved—relieved that Universe 13 had won, relieved that Yuujin had given up the chance to make a wish on the Super Dragon Balls to save them. After all, even if it were them, they couldn't guarantee they could have made this one and only correct choice!

"Hey, Whis, you knew about this from the start, didn't you?!"

As if suddenly realizing something, Beerus shot a sharp glare at Whis.

"Well, well… Yes, we angels all knew about this, but it's top-secret. Until the tournament ended, even you, Lord Beerus, could not be told."

"But isn't the outcome quite good? Goku-san and the others put on a spectacular fight, and in the end, everyone was saved and no one erased—that's the perfect ending."

"Oh-hohoho… oh-hohohohoho…"

Whis laughed, brushing it off.

"You bastard! Do you have any idea how close we were to being scared to death?!!"

Beerus clenched his fists, veins bulging on his forehead, then sprayed Whis's face with spit as he shouted.

Meanwhile, on the other side, Champa was also questioning his universe's angel, Vados:

"Vados, you knew about this from the start too, didn't you?!"

"And you kept it from us all this time!"

"Hehehe, that couldn't be helped—and besides, I wanted to watch as well."

"Lord Champa, your expression earlier was really cute, you know."

"Damn it, you just wanted to laugh at me, didn't you?! You wanted to laugh at me!"

"Oh my, what's wrong with that? Don't I laugh at Lord Champa every day?"

"…"

Looking at the smiling, unapologetic Vados, Champa suddenly felt… she actually had a point!

Not just Beerus and Champa—other universes' Gods of Destruction were also grumbling at their angels. But all they could do was complain a little.

Though angels serve the Gods of Destruction, strictly speaking they are not their servants. They are both attendants and supervisors, with their own missions and duties.

"Tch… so in the end, they never intended to give us any reward in the first place."

Realizing the whole story, Super 18 pouted unhappily.

"Don't dwell on that. Isn't it fine as things are now?"

Yuujin smiled, gently brushing her cheek.

Though he seemed calm outwardly, Yuujin was inwardly letting out a breath of relief.

Good thing he hadn't let greed cloud his eyes and had made the one correct choice!

As a transmigrator, Yuujin naturally knew the true purpose of Lord Zeno's tournament. This was, aside from the other reasons, the most important and genuine reason why he had given up the Super Dragon Balls!

Though it was a pity he didn't get the Super Dragon Balls, the tournament wasn't without gain—at the very least, the favor the other universes now owed him couldn't be denied. Moreover, Yuujin had used this opportunity to once again push past his limits and advance to Super Saiyan Five.

In some ways, he'd already profited greatly!

But what Yuujin didn't expect was that there were still some surprises to come—

"Hey, hey, Grand Priest, Universe 13 doesn't have a Kaioshin or God of Destruction yet, right?"

One Zeno's voice suddenly rang out.

"Yes, Lord Zeno, Universe 13 currently has neither a Kaioshin nor a God of Destruction."

Facing the two Zenos in the palace, the Grand Priest answered respectfully.

"Then let Yuujin be Universe 13's God of Destruction."

"Mm-mm, let him do it."

The two Zenos spoke, and everyone in the venue showed looks of shock.

The two Lords Zeno were actually going to make Yuujin the God of Destruction of Universe 13!

Given the power Yuujin had shown in the tournament, he did indeed have the qualifications.

However, what no one expected was—

"Lord Zeno, please forgive me, but I must refuse. I don't want to be a God of Destruction."

Stepping forward, Yuujin spoke—and the entire venue erupted in commotion.

Yuujin had actually said he didn't want to be a God of Destruction! This was even more shocking than the sudden appointment itself. Didn't this guy understand what status, privileges, and power came with being a God of Destruction?!

"Why don't you want to?"

Tilting their round little heads, the two Zenos were baffled. They remembered that the ones they appointed in the past had all been very happy.

"Lord Zeno, as far as I know, the God of Destruction and the Kaioshin share a linked life. If one dies, the other dies as well."

"I don't want to hand my life over to someone else—so I won't be a God of Destruction."

With nothing to hide, Yuujin answered bluntly.

Except for Universe 13, all other universes had one God of Destruction and one Kaioshin. The two share a symbiotic bond, responsible for destruction and creation respectively, maintaining the universe's balance. If one dies, the other dies as well.

Though being a God of Destruction had many benefits, Yuujin would rather not if it meant sharing his life with another!

"I see…"

"I see…"

Beerus and the others all showed complicated expressions, and the two Zenos nodded, finally understanding why Yuujin had refused.

But the next moment, the two Zenos said:

"Then you be Universe 13's Kaioshin too. Be both God of Destruction and Kaioshin, so you won't have to worry."

"Mm-mm, from now on you'll be Universe 13's Destruction-Kaioshin."

"D–Destruction-Kaioshin?!!"

Mouths agape, the entire venue erupted again.

The Kaioshins and Gods of Destruction from all universes all turned to look at Yuujin on the stage, their eyes filled with endless envy—and even jealousy.

To be both Kaioshin and God of Destruction—ruling over both creation and destruction—without having to share his life with anyone—this was an unprecedented privilege and honor!

Even Yuujin himself was shocked. These two Zenos were really dead set on giving him a godly post—they'd even created a Destruction-Kaioshin title for him!

"Yuujin-san, the Lords Zeno have appointed you as Universe 13's Destruction-Kaioshin. What do you have to say?"

The Grand Priest's smiling voice pulled Yuujin back to his senses.

Before, he had a reason to refuse—but now, he had none at all!

"Thank you, Lords Zeno. I am willing to be Universe 13's Destruction-Kaioshin."

Exhaling lightly, Yuujin answered.

"Hehehe…"

"Hehehe…"

Hearing his agreement, the two Zenos giggled adorably, while the Grand Priest nodded with a smile.

Though some other universes' Gods of Destruction and Kaioshins felt envious and jealous, Yuujin had just saved them and their universes—trying to tear him down now would just make them look petty.

Besides, the will of Lord Zeno was absolute. If both Zenos had decided, there was no way to stop it—so why make themselves the bad guys?

And so, the matter was decided—Yuujin became the first Destruction-Kaioshin in history!

"Since you've become Universe 13's Destruction-Kaioshin, we'll have to prepare an angel for you too."

"Mm-mm, we'll give you an angel."

"What kind of angel do you want?"

The two Zenos in the palace asked again.

Yuujin found it amusing—these two adorable Zenos were really being thoughtful for him.

As the attendants and supervisors of each universe's God of Destruction, angels were necessary. So long as the God of Destruction didn't abuse their power to bring catastrophic ruin to the universe, angels normally wouldn't interfere, and would instead provide assistance and support. Gods of Destruction and their angels generally got along well—so Yuujin had no objection.

His gaze swept over the angels one by one—especially lingering a little longer on the beautiful female angels like Vados, Marcarita, and Kusu.

The corners of his mouth curled up, and he had already made his decision—

"Lords Zeno, I want…"

To be continued…