"Emperor of the Universe?" Merus froze for a moment.
"Frieza established the Frieza Force, and they run rampant throughout the universe," Vados said with a smile. "If you joined them, it might help you understand the good and evil of mortals."
"Do you mean I should join their organization and become a bad guy?" Merus wiped away his sweat.
"Not exactly. You'd be going there to gain experience," Vados replied.
"Well... could I go take a look first?" Merus asked with a wry smile.
"Sure. I'll take you there to have a look. If it's not a good fit, we can find somewhere else." Vados nodded.
The next moment, Vados and Merus sped through Universe 7.
They flew for more than three hours.
Vados and Merus appeared near Frieza's spaceship.
They were in the region where Planet Vegeta was located.
"Oh ho ho ho..."
Frieza flew out of his spaceship and raised his right hand high.
He let out a string of strange laughs as a brown energy sphere formed in his hand.
Lightning crackled around the sphere, which brimmed with immense power.
"Frieza!" Bardock charged up from Planet Vegeta and began beating up Frieza's underlings.
Frieza sneered and pressed his hand down.
"Whoosh!"
The Planet Destroyer Bomb in Frieza's hand roared toward Planet Vegeta.
"Rumble!"
Bardock was struck directly by the Planet Destroyer Bomb.
His body shattered instantly, reduced to scraps...
Merus: "..."
Merus couldn't bear to watch any longer. He even considered using the Scepter in his hand to heal Bardock.
Vados pressed down on Merus's Scepter.
"Merus, what are you doing?" Vados asked.
"N-nothing..." Merus replied hastily.
"Were you thinking of saving him?" Vados sighed. "Merus, you need to understand that Angels must remain neutral. Aside from guiding mortals in martial arts, we can't participate in battles, much less interfere in conflicts between opposing sides. If we do, we could disappear. I'm not joking."
"I understand, Sister." Merus lowered his head.
"Besides, Lord Beerus decided that this planet should be destroyed. There's nothing we can do to save it," Vados said.
"I know..." Merus replied.
"Rumble!"
The next moment, Planet Vegeta exploded.
The entire planet erupted in brilliant colors, bursting apart in the depths of space.
Before long, it had crumbled into cosmic dust.
Not a single Saiyan on the planet survived.
Merus closed his eyes, unable to bear the sight.
"When I was first born, I was just like you. I couldn't bear to see planets destroyed or mortals perish, either," Vados said, trying to comfort him. "But once you've had time to grow, you'll realize that the destruction of planets and the passing of mortals are inevitable parts of the universe's development. I hope you won't let these things weigh on you."
"I understand, Sister." Merus raised his head and nodded gently. "It's clear the Frieza Force isn't right for me. Could you find me somewhere else to gain experience?"
"I've realized the Frieza Force isn't right for you, either. Let me think of somewhere else. For now, let's leave," Vados suggested.
"All right," Merus replied.
In an instant, the two of them left and soared through the starry skies of Universe 7.
Vados thought it over carefully.
"I've got it. There's another organization in Universe 7 called the Galactic Patrol. Would you like to join them as a Galactic Patrolman?" Vados suggested.
"The Galactic Patrol? What do they do?" Merus asked curiously.
"The Galactic Patrol is an organization that works to uphold justice in the universe," Vados replied. "Joining them should help you understand the good and evil of the mortal realm... They ought to suit you better than the Frieza Force."
"That sounds good." Merus nodded. "But I'd like to go take a look first."
"Of course. Let's see what the place is like," Vados suggested.
"Whoosh! Whoosh!"
The two of them became streaks of brilliant light, as dazzling as stars, and sped toward Galactic Patrol Headquarters.
They flew for several more hours.
At last, Merus saw Galactic Patrol Headquarters, located aboard a space station.
Vados accompanied Merus outside Galactic Patrol Headquarters and used her Scepter to look inside.
After seeing the Galactic Patrol at work, Merus quickly grew fond of the place.
"Sister, I've made up my mind. I want to stay and become a Galactic Patrolman so I can understand the good and evil of the mortal realm," Merus said.
"This place really does suit you better." Vados nodded gently. "Since you've made up your mind, I'll need to make a few simple changes to your appearance."
"Snap!"
Vados gently pointed her Scepter at Merus.
"Whoosh!"
Merus's skin changed from blue to pale purple in an instant.
At the same time, the halo around his neck vanished.
His Angel Garb also changed into a tight-fitting suit.
"Thank you, Sister Vados." Merus bowed. "I'll go sign up for the Galactic Patrol now."
"Hehe, with your abilities, I'm sure you'll easily become an outstanding member of the Galactic Patrol." Vados smiled.
"Yeah." Merus nodded.
"But remember, while you're gaining experience here, don't use your Angel Power," Vados reminded him.
"I understand, Sister Vados." Merus waved. "I'm off, then."
"Wait. Are you planning to fly there?" Vados asked, pointing her Scepter into empty space once more.
"Snap!"
A miniature spaceship appeared.
Merus apologized once more and climbed aboard.
He waved to Vados through the spaceship window.
"Whoosh!"
Merus piloted the spaceship toward Galactic Patrol Headquarters.
Galactic Patrol Headquarters.
Rookie Camp.
"Hello, everyone. I'm Iilik, from the South Universe!" the rookie said, bowing.
"Hello, everyone. I'm Merus, from the North Universe! My dream is to become an outstanding Galactic Patrolman!" Merus bowed.
"Good. I'm your instructor, Jaco." Jaco stood with his hands behind his back and surveyed the rookies gathered there.
Jaco never could have imagined it.
In just three short years, Merus would become the most outstanding member of the entire Galactic Patrol Headquarters.
Through his actions and achievements, Merus had become a source of pride for the Galactic Patrol.
But who could have guessed that he was actually an Angel?
A true god disguised as a mortal.