"Let me introduce you. This is Lord Rumsshi, God of Destruction, and this is Lady Kusu, Angel," Gowasu said.
"God of Destruction? Angel?" Zamasu was startled. He hurried forward to pay his respects.
Zamasu had heard of Gods of Destruction and Angels.
He just hadn't expected two such eminent deities to appear here.
"My respects, Lord Rumsshi. My respects, Lady Kusu." Zamasu bowed.
"Hey, kid. The New Universe is short one God of Destruction right now. Do you want to compete for the position?" Rumsshi was a straightforward sort with no time for beating around the bush, so he went right ahead and told Zamasu about the God of Destruction position.
"God of Destruction for the New Universe?" Zamasu was taken aback.
"Actually, the two positions don't conflict much. If you don't win the position of God of Destruction for the New Universe, you can always come back and continue being a Supreme Kai," Rumsshi told Zamasu.
"Uh..." Zamasu was a little dazed.
How had I suddenly become so sought-after?
Now both the Supreme Kai and the God of Destruction want me to take over their divine positions?
No... It seemed I'd be going to the New Universe to take over as God of Destruction.
"But I'm not sure what a God of Destruction is supposed to do," Zamasu asked.
"A God of Destruction, of course, destroys things that aren't needed," Rumsshi said with a smile. "For example, if you think the humans on a planet are awful, you can destroy their planet."
Zamasu nodded vigorously, pondering this.
So I can do things like that?
That's what a God of Destruction does.
I think I'd be a good fit.
"Is there anything I need to do now?" Zamasu asked.
"If you agree, I'll take you to compete for the position of God of Destruction," Rumsshi said. "The candidates from each universe will fight, and the winner may become the God of Destruction of the New Universe."
"I..." Zamasu glanced at Gowasu, seeking his opinion with his eyes.
If I really don't win the position of God of Destruction, I'll still have a fallback.
Although I like the work of a God of Destruction better.
But there's nothing I can do if I don't win.
Still, I don't think I'll have much trouble.
I'm a god, after all.
How could I lose to the other candidates?
"Zamasu, if you want to go, then go," Gowasu said with a smile. "Give it your best when you get there. Don't count on having a fallback when you come back."
"Yes..." Zamasu murmured.
There's no fallback?
That's awful.
Then I'll just have to focus on becoming a God of Destruction.
I'm a King Kai. My strength should be greater than the other candidates', by rights.
"Lord God of Destruction, um... Apart from me, are there any King Kais among the candidates from the other universes?" Zamasu asked cautiously.
"There probably aren't," Rumsshi said thoughtfully. "That's your advantage! King Kai is the highest-ranking god in this universe besides the Supreme Kai and the God of Destruction. Don't let me down."
"Yes! I'll definitely become a God of Destruction!" Zamasu answered at once.
"Besides Zamasu, are there any humans in this universe stronger than him?" Rumsshi asked Gowasu.
"Probably not. Zamasu is very skilled in battle. Even at the peak of my strength in my youth, I might not have been able to beat him," Gowasu said after considering it.
"I could see that for myself," Rumsshi said with a nod.
Gowasu: "..."
You didn't have to be quite so blunt.
"All right. In that case, we'll choose you," Rumsshi said with a smile. He then looked to Kusu for her opinion.
"I think it'll work. The other universes probably won't expect us to put forward a King Kai to compete for God of Destruction," Kusu said with a smile.
"That's what you call doing things differently! Hahahaha!" Rumsshi burst into laughter.
"Hahaha..." Zamasu laughed along foolishly.
Universe 11.
Belmod Planet.
Like the Angels of several other universes, Marcarita had also received a message from the Grand Priest.
Marcarita promptly passed the message on to Belmod, the God of Destruction.
"Competing to become God of Destruction for the New Universe?" Belmod said thoughtfully. "The winning universe will be rewarded with seven Super Dragon Balls? They can grant any wish!"
"Yes, that's what the Grand Priest said," Marcarita said with a smile and a nod.
"The Super Dragon Balls aren't much of a draw. After all, we're the gods at the top of this universe's pyramid, and there's almost nothing we need... But providing an outstanding God of Destruction for the New Universe would be an honor for Universe 11, too!" Belmod said thoughtfully. "When this new God of Destruction appears, I'll be able to announce proudly: 'This God of Destruction came from Universe 11!'"
"I'm sure the Gods of Destruction in the other universes feel the same way," Marcarita said with a radiant smile. "Do you already have someone in mind, Lord Belmod?"
"I'm thinking of choosing Toppo," Belmod replied.
"Toppo? Why not choose Jiren?" Marcarita asked, slightly taken aback.
"You know Jiren has no interest in becoming a God of Destruction, so he might not take part in the competition," Belmod said, shaking his head. "Besides, Toppo is already a candidate for God of Destruction. He's certainly strong enough to compete."
"And Toppo is already your disciple, Lord Belmod. If he really wins the position, the two of you will surely remain close," Marcarita said with a smile. "If Jiren became a God of Destruction, he might not stay as close to you."
"You really understand me, Marcarita," Belmod said with a smile.
"Hehehe..." Marcarita smiled like a flower in full bloom.
"Then contact Toppo right away and tell him to drop everything he's doing and come here," Belmod ordered.
"Of course." Marcarita nodded lightly, then contacted Toppo through the Staff in her hand.
Pride Planet.
The Pride Troopers, led by Toppo, were battling the Evil Legion.
Toppo used his immense strength to suppress the Evil Legion.
Dyspo, Cocotte, Kahseral, and the other Pride Troopers were all fighting bravely.
As Toppo fought, he suddenly sensed a voice in his mind.
"Dyspo, something's come up. Cover for me for a bit," Toppo said to Dyspo.
"What is it? Do you have diarrhea?" Dyspo asked, taken aback.
Toppo: "..."
"No... Lady Marcarita contacted me. She must have something important to discuss," Toppo said.
"Uh, I thought you had diarrhea." Dyspo nodded. "All right, leave it to me. I'll take over for you. I won't let these guys keep running wild!"