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Chapter 176 - The Disgused of Void and Zero

🌅 Scene: Morning in the Astral Realm, painting the sky in soft gold. Birds chirping across crystalline rooftops, their wings scattering tiny moves of astral light. The markets opened with warm chatter--vendors calling our their goods, families greeting each other, children running through the streets with laughter echoing behind them. The entire realms felt peaceful, bright, and full of life.

⚫️ Scence: Damniation Circle Kingdom. Inside the Damniation Circle headquarters, the group sat around a long Obsidian table, the air humming with quiet energy.

Ultimate Zero:

(Leaning back, bored expression)

"So...what exactly are we supposed to do today? Because I'm not in the mood to sit around doing nothing when the entire Multiverse is moving."

Eclipsera:

(Calm, hands folded, voice smooth)

"Whatever our highness decides for us is what we will do. His plans always take priority."

Millim:

(Swinging her legs, cheerful)

"I don't mind anything! As long as it's fun!"

Luneth:

(Serious, adjusting his cloak)

"Lord Void ling will be in the Emperor Dynasty Kingdom soon. We should be there before he arrives. It would be disrespectful to be late."

Rinara:

(Wiggling her tail, cheeks pink)

"Yes! We should go immediately! I don't want to miss seeing him!"

Without another word, they all teleported. ⚡️Scene: Primordial Belhemoth Kingdom. In the Primordial Belhemoth Kingdom, the morning was relaxed and almost domestic. Some members drank coffee. Other read newspapers. A few casually tested their powers--each flick of energy shaking the ground or bending the air.

Thalorien:

(Stern, sipping coffee)

"We should be in the Emperor Dynasty right now. It's not wide to keep the Emperor waiting."

Storm:

(Stretching, yawning)

"Yeah, we should move. No point staying here."

Rexius:

(Calm, flipping a page)

"Lord Void ling will arrive soon. We should be there to greet him."

Glaciana:

(Soft voice, nodding)

"Then let's hurry."

Blueius:

(Standing up, brushing off his coat)

"Alright, let's go."

Nara:

(Deadpan, unimpressed)

"Being late is an excuse. We're not using it today."

They also teleported instantly. đź‘‘ Scene: Emperor Dynasty Kingdom--The Gathering. Everyone had assembled in the Grand courtyard. Successor Blaze Vortex stood with his hands behind his back, expression calm and unreadable, flames flickering faintly around his shoulders.

Xerion:

(Smirking, arms crossed)

"Well, well...the King of Destruction shows up early. Strange to see you without Lord Void ling at your side."

Millim:

(Pouting dramatically)

"Right? It feels weird when they're not together."

Natasha:

(Soft smile, hands clasped politely)

"He'll be here soon. He never keeps us waiting long."

Ryder:

(Confident, arms folded)

"He'll arrive in a minute. I can feel his aura approaching towards me."

Ryuu, Nox, and Zephyr stood ready, their expressions serious. Moments later--Void ling appeared. But not alone. He arrived with Empress Seraphina, walking beside him with elegance and quiet radiance. Everyone bowed instantly. Some froze, memorized by Seraphina's beauty and presence.

Eclipsera:

(Wide-eyed, whispering)

"The Empress...she actually came in person?"

Luneth:

(Surprised, respectful)

"This is rare."

Xerion:

(Smiling slightly)

"Seraphina. It's been a while."

Void ling stepped forward, hands in his pockets. And then spoke.

Void ling:

(Calm, steady)

"I'm heading to the distant cities. There's a fighting arena happening, and I want to see it for myself."

Rinara:

(Blushing, excited, wiggling her tail)

"Oooh! My lord...May I go with you? I would love to accompany you if you allow it."

Void ling:

(Gently nod)

"If you wish then yes I guess."

Suddenly everyone volunteered at once. And then he spoke

Void ling:

(Sighing deeply)

"Calm down, everyone. One at a time."

Ultimate Zero:

(Proud grin, arms crossed)

"Since my power can shake entire timelines across the multiverse, I believe I'm the most suitable to accompany you."

Xerion:

(Dead serious, chin raised)

"Space-time and Infinite dimensions tremble beneath my feet. If anyone should go, it's me."

Void ling sighed again, rubbing his forehead. And then Blaze spoke to Void ling.

Blaze:

(Deadpan, nudging Void ling)

"You shouldn't have said anything about the arena, Void. Now look what you started."

Void ling:

(Exasperated)

"You're right...i should've kept quiet."

Seraphina stepped forward, expression soft but firm.

Seraphina:

(Gentle, wise tone)

"Sweetheart...only one person should follow you. And I suggest Ultimate Zero. His power and composure make him the best choice."

Natasha stepped closer, cheeks pink, hands fidgeting. And then Natasha spoke.

Natasha:

(Nervous, hopeful)

"Void ling-sama... if you're going... i wanted to go too because... I feel safest when I'm near you, and I want to support you however I can..."

Her face turned bright red. Seraphina smiled warmly. And then she spoke.

Seraphina:

(Teasing, romantic tone)

"Natasha..."

Natasha:

(Flustered, waving her hands, panicking)

"N-No! Not romantically, my Empress! I didn't mean it like that! I just--i admire him deeply!"

Seraphina:

(Laughing softly)

"I'm joking, Natasha. Don't worry."

Void ling smiled--genuinely happy to see them getting along. And then Nara spoke.

Nara:

(Shrugging)

"I'll stay. No need to fight today."

Glaciana:

(Nodding)

"Same here."

Rexius:

(Laughing)

"That's reasonable."

Ryuu:

(Smirked)

"I'll stay too."

Nox:

(Smirked)

"Same."

Ryder:

(Warning tone)

"Ultimate Zero, Xerion...don't assume your power is immeasurable. But yes--your presence can shatter the Nexus Realm and the infinite hierarchy of dimensions. Just don't get carried away.

Natasha turned to Void ling again.

Natasha:

(Soft, romantic)

"If you're going...please be safe, Void ling-sama. I'll be waiting for your return."

Void ling:

(Warm smile)

"Thank you."

Seraphina stepped forward and kissed Void ling on the cheek. And then Seraphina spoke.

Seraphina:

(Loving, soft voice)

"Have a good trip, babe. Don't do anything reckless."

Void ling blushed. Natasha saw it--her face turned red too. And then Natasha spoke.

Natasha:

(Whispering, flustered)

"I.. I wish you luck, my lord. Please come back safely."

Void ling turned to Blaze and Ryder. And then Void ling spoke.

Void ling:

(Serious)

"Blaze, Ryder--take care of the kingdom while I'm gone."

Ryder:

(Bowing)

"No need to worry, my lord. We'll handle everything."

Void ling:

(Nodded and then turned to Zero)

"Zero. Let's go."

Ultimate Zero:

(Grinning, excited)

"Finally. I've been waiting."

With that, they teleported away. When they reached outside. They instantly burst forward.⚡️Scene: The Surge Through Reality---Void ling and Ultimate Zero burst forward--their speed so immense that space-time couldn't measure it.

Void ling;

(Observing Zero's aura, thoughtful)

"You've grown incredibly strong, Zero. Your presence alone feels heavier than before."

Ultimate Zero:

(Hmpf, smirking)

"I'm not like you nor King of Destruction. And when we're outside, I call you whatever i want. Titles don't matter to me."

Void ling:

(Respectful nod)

"Fair enough. I respect that."

Inside his mind, Void ling analyzed Zero's aura. And then he spoke again.

Void ling:

(Thinking, seriously)

"Zero's power has moved beyond the reach of the infinite. By shattering twelve hyper-dimensional layers with a mere thought, he has shown that dimensionality is no longer a limit, but a suggestion. A one-on-one confrontation between us would be too much for the framework of the 'Real One' to bear. The Nexus and the Kyrnn Realm would be crushed by the sheer friction of our existence, exploding into a nothingness where even the concept of 'space' ceases to exist."

Ultimate Zero:

(Glacing over)

"What are you thinking about? You look too serious."

Void ling:

(Smirked)

"Nothing important."

Ultimate Zero:

(Smirked)

"You never cease to amaze me. King of Shadows."

They accelerated again--their speed breaking realities, tearing through dimensional layers like paper. The distant cities were now in sight.

🌅 Scene: Outside the Arena. Moment later, Void ling and Ultimate Zero reached their destination--But instead of appearing inside the distant city, their teleportation dropped them right outside the arena gates.

Crowds swarmed the entrance. People bought tickets, shouted prices, laughing, argued and rushed to get good seats. Others lined up to register as fighters, hoping to win glory. Void ling and Zero hid themselves behind a large stone pillar, avoiding attention.

Void ling:

(Quiet, serious, hands in pockets)

"We need to disguise ourselves. If anyone recognizes us, the entire arena will collapse from the chaos."

Zero's body glowed faintly, and in an instant, he transformed into a casual-looking commoner--Simple shirt, dark pants, Void ling changes too--a long black coat, black long sleeves, hair slightly.

Void ling:

(Adjusting his coat)

"We also need new names."

Ultimate Zero:

(Thinking)

"I'll go with...Ultimate."

Void ling:

(Smirking slightly)

"Then I'll be Tai Fang."

Ultimate Zero:

(Streching his arms)

"We better get going before the line gets longer."

They stepped out from hiding and joined long line of people waiting to enter. Immediately, the girls in the line froze. Their eyes widened. Their faces turned red. Some whispering. Some stated openly.

Girl 1:

(Blushing hard, hands clasped)

"Oh my...who is that man? He looks like he walked straight out of a dream."

Girl 2:

(Fanning herself, whispering to her friend)

"Both of them are so handsome...I can't even breathe right now..."

Void ling:

(Leaned towards Zero)

"Hey Zero..."

Ultimate Zero:

(Glacing over)

"What is it?"

Void ling:

(Sighing)

"These girls are becoming obnoxious."

Ultimate Zero:

(Expression blank)

"Bear it. You're the one who wanted to come here."

Void ling rolled his eyes. 🛡Scene: Registration Gate. They reached the front of the line. The guard stepped forward, polite and professional.

Guard:

(Bowing slightly)

"Good morning, sires. Would you like to participate in the arena, or sit in the benches as spectators? And please state your names."

Ultimate Zero:

(Calm, steady)

"The name is Ultimate. I'll be participating in the arena."

Guard:

(Nodded confidence)

"And you, sir?"

Void ling:

(Calm, soft voice)

"My name is Tai Fang. I won't be fighting."

Ultimate Zero:

(Quietly and leaned towards Void ling)

"King of Shadows...why aren't you fighting?"

Void ling;

(Smirking)

"Because I want to watch, not fight."

Guard:

(Bowed)

"Very well. Please proceed. The way is yours."

They walked inside--Void ling heading to the benches, Ultimate Zero heading to the arena floor. Void ling sat down, arms crossed, expression unreadable.

Void ling:

(Calling out softly)

"Zero...go easy on them."

Ultimate Zero:

(Rolling his eyes)

"Give me a break."

📢Scene: The Arena Begins. The announcer voice boomed across the stadium.

Announcer:

(Energetic, excited)

"Ladies and gentlemen! Today is going to be an incredible day! We have six contenders fighting for glory, honor, and the title of Champion!"

The crowd roared. Void ling watched silently, eyes half--lidded, already knowing how this would end.

Announcer:

(Smirked)

"First match of the day--Ultimate VS Vitana!!!"

The crowd erupted. Nobody in the benches knew who "Ultimate" was-- except for one person. Emperor Void ling. Some spectators booed Ultimate Zero, thinking he looked too calm. Others cheered for Vitana, a muscular fighter with glowing tattoos. Titans stepped forward, cracking his knuckles.

Vitana:

(Grinning, confident)

"Get ready, Ultimate. You're about to die in the first round."

Ultimate Zero:

(Bored, unimpressed)

"Whatever makes you happy."

The crowd gasped at this disrespect. Void ling smirked. He knew exactly what was coming.

NEXT EPISODE UPCOMING!!!

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