"Sir, didn't you go too far?"
Seeing that Kibito was completely suppressed by Karot, the Supreme Kai couldn't help but speak up. The Supreme Kai hadn't expected that this Saiyan's strength could so easily overpower Kibito, a god.
"Is it heavy? You attacked me first. I was just using the same methods you used on me against your subordinates, and you can't even handle that? Supreme Kai."
When Karot revealed the identity of the white-haired man before them, Son Goku and the others stared wide-eyed. Son Goku and Piccolo were the most shocked. Son Goku had been to the afterlife and knew just how high the status of the Supreme Kai was, while Piccolo, having once been one of the gods, naturally understood the Supreme Kai's position.
"You..."
The Supreme Kai was also shocked that Karot had recognized him. He didn't know where he had gone wrong, allowing Karot to see through his disguise.
Karot kicked Kibito, who was blocking his way, sending him flying.
"Bump."
Kibito made intimate contact with the wall. Now there was no longer any obstacle between Karot and the Supreme Kai.
"Brush."
Instead of Kibito, Son Goku appeared.
"Karot, don't act yet. I believe the Supreme Kai must have his reasons for doing this. How about we hear the reasons first?"
Son Goku received King Kai in the Underworld, instructing Son Goku to stop the enraged Karot. He couldn't just stand by and watch his King Kai get beaten up; that would be tantamount to watching his boss make a fool of himself.
"Fine, I'll still give you face."
Although Karot knew the Supreme Kai's purpose, this information could not be revealed by Karot.
The Supreme Kai finally breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that Karot had calmed down. He didn't want to be beaten up by a human, otherwise his dignity as the Supreme Kai would be completely ruined.
Supreme Kai revealed Babidi's entire plan to these people. This made the Earth warriors deeply resent Babidi and fear Majin Buu.
"If you just want to sit in Babidi's seat, that's easy! Just make a wish to the Shenron."
Just as everyone was frowning in worry, Krillin made a surprising statement.
"Yes, that's a good method."
Krillin's words drew praise from everyone who had been racking their brains.
"Shenron, what is that?"
Only the Supreme Kai asked in confusion, but when he looked at Son Goku and the others, their faces were full of confidence in Shenron.
Krillin then explained the role of Shenron to the Supreme Kai.
"That's amazing. You Earth actually has something like this."
"The Supreme Kai said excitedly. The pressure from Majin Buu was simply too great. He had personally witnessed Majin Buu's bloodthirsty nature. Supreme Kai on the Kaioshin Realm had been killed, leaving only him as the sole remaining god. The Supreme Kai's goal was only to prevent Majin Buu from breaking the seal; he didn't have the courage to face him head-on."
"Let's go find the Dragon Ball now."
"The Supreme Kai suggested," he said. "He was afraid that if more time passed, more variables would arise."
"This..."
Krillin looked at the Supreme Kai with some difficulty. They were here to participate in the World Martial Arts Tournament, and there were several battle maniacs among them. Asking them to go find the Dragon Ball now was nothing short of wishful thinking. Besides, Goku only had one day, and everyone wanted to spend more time together.
Seeing the troubled expressions on everyone's faces Supreme Kai couldn't help but speak up.
"Did everyone misunderstand what I just said? If Majin Buu were to be born, it would be a huge catastrophe for life in the universe!"
The Supreme Kai's hysterical expression revealed to Son Goku the pressure he was under.
"Supreme Kai, don't worry, we will help you."
Son Goku patted the Supreme Kai on the shoulder, hoping to give him support.
"Really?"
"Um."
"Goku, do you want to withdraw from the competition now?"
Karot interjected, asking, "After all, Son Goku only has 24 hours to return, and going to find the Dragon Ball now will definitely waste time."
"Karot, you've heard about Majin Buu's power. Now, this is the only way to protect the Earth."
"That's true, but what does it have to do with you? You're already dead. Protecting the Earth should be left to the living. If you want to withdraw from the competition, then we can have a fight early."
Karot's original goal in participating in the World Martial Arts Tournament was to Son Goku. Now that it could be brought forward, that would be the best outcome.
"Well, you're right, I'm already a dead man."
Karot's reasoning convinced Son Goku. After all, Son Goku had only acted rashly earlier; now that he had calmed down, his thoughts were the same as Karot's. Only the living had the right to protect Earth.
"I am Son Goku's true opponent."
Vegeta realized he couldn't remain silent any longer. If he did, he'd have no opponents left.
"Forehead."
Son Goku never expected to be so popular. One Karot wasn't enough, and now Vegeta has joined the Vegeta.
"Forget about it, Vegeta."
Karot glanced at Vegeta and spoke.
"What do you mean, Karot?"
Vegeta understood what Karot meant from the look in Karot's eyes.
"Don't underestimate me, Karot."
Vegeta roared out these words, and then a powerful aura erupted from God.
"Ah."
Videl, an ordinary human, was blown away by Vegeta's aura. If Son Gohan hadn't caught her hand in time, Videl would have been blown out of the rest room.
"This is Dad's breath. What exactly happened inside?"
While Trunks and Son Goten were playing outside, they sensed Vegeta's powerful ki. Logically, this wasn't the time for their father to appear, so why was he unleashing his ki?
"Is there some kind of danger?"
Upon realizing this, Trunks immediately ran towards Vegeta's direction.
"Trunks, where are you going?"
Son Goten called out from behind, "The two of them were just about to go eat, why did they rush off like that!"
"Goten, hurry up and come with us to see the excitement!"
The two were at an age where they were more annoying than dogs. Always eager for a good show, Trunks didn't forget to call his good friend along.
Hearing Trunks call him to go watch the fun, Son Goten immediately followed.
Videl was still terrified. She hadn't expected that she couldn't even withstand their sheer aura, while her classmate Son Gohan remained completely unfazed. This clearly showed the difference in their abilities. She realized that her father was no match for these people—no, he wasn't even worthy of being their opponent.