Zamasu: Are You a Trainee God of Destruction?

"Hmph, does a God of Destruction need a reason to destroy a planet?" Rumsshi snorted.

Of course, Rumsshi wasn't about to tell Gowasu that he hadn't been the one to destroy this planet.

It was that brat Vegeta who had done it.

It would be too embarrassing to admit such a thing.

If I can't even keep my own apprentice in line, and the other Gods of Destruction find out, I'll never be able to show my face again.

"Very well... I just find it a bit of a pity," Gowasu sighed.

"Whoosh!"

Just at that moment, Zamasu flew up from below.

Zamasu was drenched in a cold sweat, his soul nearly scared right out of his body.

What kind of terrifying energy was that?

In just an instant, the entire planet had been reduced to nothingness.

It was too terrifying.

Absolutely terrifying.

Who did it?

As Zamasu flew upward, he scanned the distance.

He quickly spotted the three figures appearing above: Vegeta, Rumsshi, and Cus.

Three unfamiliar faces.

Gowasu was standing with them.

Judging by Gowasu's expression, he seemed to know them.

And really, Gowasu, that wasn't very kind of you.

You knew the planet was about to be destroyed, so you vanished instantly via teleportation...

And left me behind...

I'm speechless...

Zamasu shook his head and flew up rapidly.

"Master... who are these three?" Zamasu asked.

"Zamasu, I'm so glad you're alright," Gowasu breathed a sigh of relief. "I knew your skills were exceptional; I figured you would be able to dodge the encroaching energy of destruction."

Zamasu: "..."

What if I hadn't been able to dodge it?

"Come, let me introduce you. This is Lord Rumsshi, the God of Destruction, and this is Lady Cus, the Angel," Gowasu said, introducing them to Zamasu.

When it came to Vegeta, Gowasu hesitated, having no idea who he was.

"He is my apprentice, Vegeta," Rumsshi said simply.

"Ah, so he is an apprentice God of Destruction," Gowasu laughed, then pointed to Zamasu. "This is my apprentice, Zamasu, an apprentice Supreme Kai. You two should work well together in the future."

"God of Destruction?" Zamasu was stunned.

He had never heard of a God of Destruction before this moment.

"Simply put, where there is creation, there must be destruction; creation and destruction are both indispensable," Cus explained from the side, primarily to enlighten Vegeta. "The Supreme Kai is responsible for creation, while the God of Destruction is responsible for destruction. Only when creation and destruction reach a state of balance can this universe develop in a better direction."

"Understood," Vegeta nodded.

Zamasu: "..."

Don't just say you understand...

I haven't even grasped it yet.

How is that balance achieved?

Could you be a bit more specific?

"Furthermore, the lives of a God of Destruction and a Supreme Kai are linked; if one dies, the other will vanish as well," Cus continued, explaining to Vegeta.

Vegeta already knew this, so he wasn't surprised.

"What? Lives are linked?" Zamasu, however, was shocked.

"That's right," Gowasu nodded with a smile. "For instance, right now, if I were to commit suicide, Lord Rumsshi would immediately vanish as well."

Rumsshi's face turned black.

You damn...

Why the hell are you talking about committing suicide for no reason?

Are you just trying to make me disappear?

"Hahaha, just a joke, just a joke," Gowasu laughed.

"Can you stop making such boring jokes in the future?" Rumsshi said angrily.

"Then... what if one side dies of old age? Does the other disappear as well?" Zamasu felt like his whole world was falling apart.

If that were really the case, wouldn't it be better for me to just stay as the North Kai?

Why would I want to bind my life to a God of Destruction?

"No, the life-sharing mentioned here refers to the incumbent God of Destruction and Supreme Kai. For example, if I were to retire and pass the position of Supreme Kai to you, you would then be bound to Lord Rumsshi's life," Gowasu explained. "Until your lifespan reaches its end, waiting for the next Supreme Kai to appear."

"Then... how long is the lifespan of a God of Destruction?" Zamasu asked.

"Hmph, the lifespan of a God of Destruction is infinite," Rumsshi snorted.

"What? Infinite?" Zamasu's eyes widened.

"Gowasu, I didn't expect you to take on an apprentice so early. When do you plan to retire?" Rumsshi asked curiously.

"I expect in another fifty or sixty years. Once Zamasu has grown, I will retire," Gowasu smiled slightly and asked in return, "By the way, is Lord Rumsshi planning to retire too? That doesn't seem like your style."

"Hmph, I'm just taking on an apprentice in my spare time," Rumsshi snorted. "With an apprentice, it'll be much more convenient to go out and destroy planets in the future; I won't have to do it myself, right?"

"Hahaha, exactly, exactly," Gowasu laughed.

"This apprentice of yours looks pretty good. Did you select him from the Kais?" Rumsshi glanced at Zamasu and asked.

"Yes, Zamasu is the North Kai. I saw that his aptitude and talent were outstanding, so I decided to cultivate him to become a Supreme Kai," Gowasu replied.

Over there.

Zamasu was also glancing at Vegeta from time to time.

"Hey, are you an apprentice God of Destruction?" Zamasu called out.

"None of your damn business," Vegeta replied.

Zamasu: "..."

Zamasu felt like his whole world was falling apart right then and there.

"You... what did you say?" A look of anger appeared on Zamasu's face.

I greeted you politely, and you actually cursed at me!

We are both apprentice gods.

Do you think acting like this is appropriate?

"Get lost! If you don't want a beating, shut your mouth," Vegeta said, hands in his pockets, with a cold snort.

"A beating? This friend doesn't look very old, but he sure talks arrogantly," Zamasu smiled lightly. "Do you think you're a match for me?"

Vegeta rolled his eyes.

"How about we spar a little?" Zamasu proposed. "We're both apprentice gods; let's see who is stronger."

"You'd better not go looking for a thrashing," Vegeta shook his head.

"Hahaha! You little brat are really interesting! Do you know what you're saying?" Zamasu laughed loudly, an endless fighting spirit immediately appearing on his face. "Come on, let me see what capital you have to be so arrogant as an apprentice God of Destruction!"

Vegeta didn't even bother to make a move, keeping his hands in his pockets.

Following that, Vegeta flicked the tail wrapped around his waist.

A flick through the air.

An invisible wave of energy struck Zamasu directly.

"Bang!"

Accompanied by a dull thud.

Zamasu was unfortunately hit and went flying backward instantly.