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β¦The Xorath universe's ruins smoldered under a fading crimson sky, the air thick with the weight of plans and vengeance. Sun Wukong, his *Super Sun 2* aura now dimmed, reverted to his base form, his golden fur ruffled but his grin as cocky as ever. He leaned on his Ruyi Jingu Bang, twirling it like a toy, his eyes glinting with mischief as he schemed with King Xorath. The bat-king loomed beside him, his dark aura pulsing faintly, wings folded like a storm on pause. Their next target was Universe 0, home of Hajun, but Wukong had a detour in mindβUniverse 18, Don Golgo's old ally. The Monkey King's outward plan was diplomatic, but his thoughts churned with chaos.β§
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γπππ ππππππγ β¦ Alright, Bat-Bro, before we crash Hajun's spiky-haired party in Universe 0, let's swing by Universe 18. I just wanna *talk* to their king, you know, have a nice chat, sip some cosmic tea. No fights, promise! *Heh, in my head, I'm crushing those pottyheads into stardust!* You ready, sidekick?β¦
γππππ ππππππγ β¦ Sidekick? I am no mere subordinate, Monkey King. Universe 18 was Don Golgo's ally, complicit in his atrocities. Their king may know of Hajun's schemes. But your 'talk' sounds suspiciously like a prelude to chaos. Lead on.β¦
β¦Wukong cackled, hopping onto his cloud with a somersault that sent pebbles flying. Xorath followed, his massive wings cutting through the air as they zipped through a portal to Universe 18. The realm materializedβa dazzling expanse of crystal spires and floating gardens, skies shimmering with hues of sapphire and gold. But the welcome wasn't so warm. As they landed, a legion of Ultimate Saga Soldiers, clad in gleaming armor and wielding energy lances, surrounded them, their faces stern. Wukong yawned, scratching his ear, while Xorath's claws twitched, ready for a fight. Then, one soldier's eyes widened, his lance trembling.β§
γππππππππ ππππ πππππππγ β¦ It's himβ¦ the Great Sage Equal to Heaven! Sun Wukong!β¦
β¦The soldiers froze, their bravado crumbling. Whispers spreadβ"He defeated Don Golgo!" "He's a legend!"βand, one by one, they dropped to their knees, bowing low. Wukong's grin stretched wider than a cosmic horizon, his ego inflating like a balloon. *King? God? Yeah, I'm basically running this multiverse now!* he thought, striking a dramatic pose with his staff. Xorath rolled his eyes, unimpressed but silent.β§
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γπππ ππππππγ β¦ Well, well, look at this! A whole army bowing to the Monkey King! You guys got good taste. Now, where's your king? I'm here for a friendly chatβno smashing, I swear! *Okay, maybe a little smashing if they're annoying.* Lead the way!β¦
γππππππππ ππππ πππππππγ β¦ Great Sage, we have no kingβ¦ but our queen awaits. Follow us to her mansion.β¦
β¦The soldiers parted, escorting Wukong and Xorath through the sparkling city to a grand mansion of crystal and light. Wukong strutted, basking in the awe, while Xorath's grim presence kept the soldiers on edge. They entered the mansion's hall, expecting a throne with a pompous king. Instead, a figure stood before themβQueen Izellesmuts, ruler of Universe ISY-18E. Her beauty was radiant, like a star wrapped in silken robes, her eyes sharp with wisdom and authority. Wukong's jaw dropped, his "no fights" plan teetering, while Xorath's gaze narrowed, sensing her power. The chapter ends with the two warriors facing the unexpected queen, the air thick with questions and possibilities.β§
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