Candidate God of Creation

"Cough cough cough."

Amidst a series of coughs, the Grand Priest turned his head and gave the Grand Zeno a few meaningful glances. The Grand Zeno then realized what was happening and slightly curbed his curiosity.

"Well... we'll talk about the outer universe later, Vegapunk. I called you here today to commend your contributions, and also to share some experiences with the administrators of other universes to help them improve."

"By the way, Vegapunk, what kind of reward do you want? Any kind of reward is fine!"

Vegapunk paused for a moment, tilted his head and thought about it. He didn't seem to be lacking anything, but it seemed like a huge loss to give up the opportunity to get the promise from the Grand Zeno.

To be honest, after Vegapunk arrived in the Dragon Ball Universe, what he was most afraid of was that Grand Zeno would suddenly erase the entire universe. He himself could survive by relying on his clones in other worlds, but his other subordinates in the Dragon Ball World would be doomed.

Even though Seventh Universe has now met the requirements and standards of the Grand Zeno, frankly speaking, given the Grand Zeno's personality, it would be premature to say that the universe is now safe.

However, it seems inappropriate to directly ask the Grand Zeno not to erase his universe. After all, Seventh Universe is just progressing very quickly. In the eyes of these people, the civilization standards of Seventh Universe might drop one day.

A universe may indeed be insignificant to the Grand Zeno, but standards and authority cannot be lost because of it. Even if the Grand Zeno doesn't understand this, the Grand Priest will remind him.

Wait a minute... perhaps I can use a more roundabout approach?

"Grand Zeno -King, if possible, I hope you can grant me a universe. Through conducting social and cultural experiments across the entire universe, perhaps I can discover more efficient methods to improve cosmic civilization!"

Upon hearing Vegapunk's request, Grand Zeno tilted his head and answered without hesitation:

"Okay, which universe do you want?"

"Let's go with Seventh Universe. I'm already familiar with it, so there's no need to start from scratch!"

"I have established Virtual World Network in Seventh Universe. If Grand Zeno is bored, you can go and take a look there!"

"Virtual World Network? What's that?"

Vegapunk's words clearly piqued the interest of the Grand Zeno. Although the Grand Zeno had lived for a very long time, he had almost always stayed in the palace and had never gone out. In fact, his personality was not much different from that of a child.

Vegapunk didn't know why the supreme god of the universe hadn't gone out. Perhaps it was due to some kind of constraint of being a supreme god? In any case, he didn't think that the Grand Zeno was staying in this deserted place willingly.

Given Grand Zeno's bratty personality, without any constraints, he would definitely be wandering all over the universe by now.

"It might be hard for you to understand if I just say it, why don't you come and see for yourself!"

Vegapunk spoke, then stretched out his hand, and pure Chakra transformed into the ability to connect minds, directly contacting the Grand Zeno.

Grand Zeno, out of curiosity, connected with that Chakra and instantly entered the Chakra Network. Theoretically, Grand Zeno's palace is on a dimension many levels higher than the seventh universe where Vegapunk is located, but with Vegapunk as the highest authority, Grand Zeno can still directly enter the Chakra Network.

In an instant, Grand Zeno's eyes widened. With his abilities, he naturally didn't need to devote all his attention to the Chakra Network. He only needed to spare a sliver of his mind to browse the information within the Chakra Network.

"What a... wonderful world! With this kind of Spiritual Network, I can learn about all the major events in the universe without leaving home!"

The Grand Zeno's face beamed with joy; everyone could sense the almost tangible happiness emanating from this God of Creation. He waved his hand happily.

"This must be your method for governing the entire universe, right? Spiritual Network that's almost like a virtual world... Hmm... it's indeed an amazing technology. Why don't you leave such Spiritual Network in other universes as well!"

"Let me see... I see, so these Spiritual Network all originate from this great tree in the World of the Kais of Seventh Universe? It's a very strange tree, somewhat like the Supreme Kai Tree, but it seems to have undergone some modifications!"

"It integrates monitoring, governance, communication, exchange, and technological development, condensing the entire universe into a virtual network. No wonder the Seventh Universe Civilization Index is developing so rapidly."

As the highest authority in the entire Dragon Ball Universe, Grand Zeno can investigate anything that happens in the Dragon Ball Universe without his notice, as long as he is willing to do so.

The Grand Zeno easily found the very center of the Chakra Network and also understood why the Civilization Index of the Seventh Universe suddenly surged.

"In that case, exchanging experiences is pointless... Hmm, those idiot Supreme Kai and God of Destruction probably won't be able to learn how to use Spiritual Network either!"

The God of Destruction only know how to fight, not to mention even the Supreme Kai, their abilities are basically innate along with their racial talents and divine status, rather than something they learn or study.

If a genius scientist like Dr. Bulmagro could learn the mental network created by Vegapunk, it wouldn't be a problem. But for the vast majority of Supreme Kais, their intelligence isn't that abnormal.

To put it bluntly, given their intelligence, being able to complete the original Infinite Tsukuyomi is already their limit. As for a virtual world that almost covers the entire universe, these Supreme Kai would have no chance of developing it unless they studied it diligently for hundreds of thousands of years.

Despite his childlike appearance, the Grand Zeno, as the true creator of the universe, is completely different in his realm from those Supreme Kai who only possess privileges because of their divine status. It's evident how advanced the technology Vegapunk's Chakra Network utilizes.

"Lord Grand Zeno- King, what kind of technology could surprise you so much?"

The Grand Priest standing next to Grand Zeno had a curious look on his face. Although Grand Zeno's personality was like a child's, his knowledge was far from that of a child. There were very few things in the universe that could surprise Grand Zeno, let alone something created by a Supreme Kai.

"Hehe, the Grand Priest can also try out what it's like to enter the virtual world!"

With a grin, the Grand Zeno reached out, and the Chakra Network instantly connected to the Grand Priest. Even though the Grand Priest was very knowledgeable, he was still surprised when he suddenly entered the Chakra Illusion Network.

"This energy... it's very strange, it even has the ability to connect with minds! This must be the foundation of the entire Genjutsu network!"

"Moreover, this energy can also be used to determine whether what the other party is saying is true or not. It is indeed an amazing masterpiece. With this virtual network world, governing the universe will be much easier!"

"Indeed, and most importantly, I won't have to stay in this godforsaken place and be bored anymore. I can travel to other universes through the Spiritual Network. Hehehe, that's fantastic!"

"It's too slow to teach those Supreme Kai how to build Spiritual Network. Let me help out!"

As he spoke, Grand Zeno waved his little hand again, and Vegapunk immediately felt his spirit expand infinitely. The original God Tree instantly broke away from the World of the Kais and entered a higher dimension.

Then, endless energy poured into the entire God Tree, Chakra Spiritual Network surged wildly, spreading directly to all twelve universes and all inhabited planets.

Even with Vegapunk's Quantum Chip, after the influx of information increased by tens or hundreds of times in an instant, there was a feeling of overheating. But Vegapunk's face was full of smiles because the Chakra Network had now spread to every place in the 12 universes.

For Vegapunk, connecting the Chakra Network to the 12 universes would be extremely difficult, since the difference between the 12 universes is not a matter of space and distance, but a difference between dimensions. But for Grand Zeno, it is just a matter of waving his hand.

Even due to the enormous energy inputted by Grand Zeno, all the inhabitants of the 12 Dragon Ball Universe connected by the Chakra Network have now Awakening their Chakra.

Therefore, even though the God Tree connects to 12 Dragon Ball Universe, it does not experience a shortage of Chakra. Instead, it absorbs a surge of Chakra, causing the entire God Tree to grow rapidly in both size and energy.

"What a perfect effect... I won't have to worry about managing these universes anymore!"

The Grand Zeno clapped his hands, revealing a hint of joy. Then, as if he had thought of something, he pointed lightly at Vegapunk.

A massive amount of knowledge surged from Vegapunk's brain in an instant. Fortunately, the Quantum Chip in Vegapunk's brain had undergone multiple evolutions, and its computing power was almost astronomical, which prevented it from crashing due to the overwhelming amount of information.

However, Vegapunk couldn't care less about such things now. What the Grand Zeno had inputted into Vegapunk's mind was unimaginably precious knowledge, containing the ability to create and erase universes.

While having knowledge doesn't equate to becoming the Grand Zeno and creating or erasing universes at will, it at least allows one to find true direction. With Vegapunk's abilities and talent, he might actually be able to create his own universe someday.

In addition, Vegapunk also gained the authority to freely exercise the power of the Grand Zeno in his own universe. Although Vegapunk knew how to use this power but not why, it was clearly just a power granted to him by the Grand Zeno.

But even just the authority, combined with the knowledge that Grand Zeno taught him, was enough for Vegapunk to see a lot. Given enough time, Vegapunk was confident that Vegapunk could definitely turn this universe into his own.

Just as Vegapunk was browsing through this vast amount of information and access, in a hazy, confused state, he heard the Grand Zeno 'Vegapunk childish voice:

"Study this carefully. Among all the Supreme Kai, your talent for creating this kind of virtual world should be the best."

"If one day you transform this virtual world into the real world, then you will no longer be the Supreme Kai, but a candidate for the Grand Zeno!"

After a long period of confusion, Vegapunk finally returned to the World of the Kais. As soon as he looked up, he found two Supreme Kai, a God of Destruction, and an angel standing opposite him, staring intently at him.

"What's wrong? Why are you guys looking at me like that?"

Vegapunk asked, somewhat puzzled, but then Whis spoke first:

"Congratulations, Mr. Vegapunk... Perhaps I should now address you as Lord Vegapunk."

"After all, you already have the qualifications to become a candidate for the Grand Zeno!"

Vegapunk paused for a moment before recalling what the Grand Zeno had said to him in his dazed state.

Although he is not yet a candidate for Grand Zeno, but merely has the qualifications, Vegapunk is quite confident in himself and believes that he can truly become Candidate for Zeno, or even the real Grand Zeno.

With an entire universe as his testing ground, Chakra Network spanning 12 universes, and the authority to act as an agent for the Grand Zeno in his own universe, it's only a matter of time before he can digest the knowledge given to him by the Grand Zeno.

The rank of Grand Zeno is not like that of the Supreme Kai, which can be identified and inherited. To be precise, it is closer to a realm, the realm of God of Creation.

If Vegapunk can digest all of Grand Zeno's knowledge, truly master the method of creating worlds, and create his own universe, then he will be the rightful Grand Zeno in his own universe.

Therefore, in theory, there is no such thing as a successor to the Grand Zeno. If you can create the universe, you are naturally the God of Creation Grand Zeno. If you cannot create it, even if you want to replace the Grand Zeno, you simply cannot do so.

Therefore, it wouldn't be unreasonable to say that Vegapunk, who is qualified to become the Grand Zeno, is second only to the Grand Zeno and above all the other Deity in the Dragon Ball. Thus, it is perfectly normal for the angels to show him respect.

Moreover, in Seventh Universe, Bejapunk currently possesses the authority lent to him by the Grand Zeno, making him arguably the proxy Grand Zeno of Seventh Universe. Naturally, the Supreme Kai of God of Destruction treat him with utmost respect.

From this moment forward, these Deity of Seventh Universe are Vegapunk's direct subordinates.

"Alright, who knows how long it will take before I become the successor to the Grand Zeno? Let's not talk about things that are still far from certain."

"Since Grand Zeno has entrusted Seventh Universe to me, I will manage this universe well. At the same time, I also hope that you Supreme Kai and God of Destruction will truly take responsibility in the future!"

As he spoke, Vegapunk simply reached out and handed over some access to the Chakra Network to them.