Chapter 88: Going to Universe 11 to Challenge Belmod
After Lin Qi's figure disappeared, Quitela tossed aside his white handkerchief, placed his hands on his hips, and turned to leave.
"Finally… I've been living in fear these days and haven't had a chance to enjoy myself properly!"
Cognac, looking puzzled, chimed in, "Didn't you just destroy over a dozen planets yesterday? You seemed pretty cheerful afterward and even ate two extra bowls of rice…"
"Shut up! That was me being in a bad mood because of worrying about Lin Qi!" Quitela retorted, clenching his fists in frustration.
Although Lin Qi claimed he was going to train, he actually used Instant Transmission to appear directly in the Sacred World of the Kai in Universe 4.
Seeing the solemn Kuru holding a teacup and staring at a crystal ball, Lin Qi greeted him casually,
"Kuru!"
Kuru glanced at Lin Qi and, with a haughty attitude, put down his teacup and began his usual sarcasm.
"Well, well, if it isn't our Destroyer-in-training… I heard you fell into a time-space black hole during your last battle!"
"Didn't expect you to make it back, tsk tsk…"
"Bam!"
Before Kuru could finish, Lin Qi's fist connected with his cheek, forcing him to shut up.
Lin Qi swiftly retracted his fist and once again wore his usual harmless smile. "I came to ask you something…"
"…What is it?" Kuru muttered while rubbing his sore cheek, looking slightly more subdued.
"Who is the strongest in our Universe 4 right now?"
"Who else? It's obviously you!" Kuru's forehead twitched in annoyance. "Don't ask me such idiotic questions…"
"You've already surpassed Quitela. Who else could it be? Do you think strength is so easy to come by?"
"Tsk… Shut up!" Lin Qi gave Kuru a bored look and demanded, "Stop rambling and teach me how to perform cross-universe Instant Transmission!"
"That's a technique exclusive to the Supreme Kai. You can't learn it!" Kuru sneered, looking down on Lin Qi for being born human.
"I've always disliked fighters like you… just a stray picked up by Quitela from another universe…"
"You must have forgotten how my fist feels, haven't you?" Lin Qi's smile turned cold, and he raised his fist again.
"Ugh!" A drop of cold sweat slid down Kuru's forehead as he gulped nervously, eyeing Lin Qi's fist.
"I'll demonstrate it just once!"
"Good." Lin Qi lowered his fist and patted Kuru's shoulder. "Why do you always have to get beaten before you cooperate? You're arrogant, but don't forget I've mastered both Angel and Destroyer techniques."
After learning the upgraded version of Instant Transmission, Lin Qi decided on his first destination: Universe 11.
Before leaving, Lin Qi adhered to his usual habit and gave Kuru another beating.
This guy always acted like a superior Supreme Kai without acknowledging who he was dealing with. If Lin Qi didn't beat him, he'd never behave!
Strongest bald fighter Jiren, clown Destroyer Belmod—Universe 11, here Lin Qi comes!
As Lin Qi prepared to use the advanced Instant Transmission, Quitela and Cognac appeared in the Sacred World of the Kai.
"Lin Qi… Weren't you supposed to be training? What are you doing here with Kuru?"
Receiving Kuru's message, Quitela thought something serious was happening, only to see Lin Qi beating up Kuru again.
That guy Kuru totally deserved it—despite knowing how strong Lin Qi was, he still clung to his Supreme Kai pride…
"Destroyer-sama…" Lin Qi withdrew his fist and nonchalantly walked over to Quitela.
"I wasn't satisfied after my fight with Beerus, so I came to ask Kuru if there's anyone else I can challenge."
"You know I always act with restraint!"
Lin Qi smiled faintly. "I was thinking of challenging fighters in other universes, but this guy wasn't willing to teach me the advanced Instant Transmission techniques."
"Is that so…" Quitela coldly glanced at Kuru after hearing Lin Qi's explanation.
"Hmph! Kuru, do you want me to seal you away or replace you with another Supreme Kai?"
"Uh… but Lin Qi's just a candidate, Quitela-sama…" Kuru's voice caught in his throat, unable to say another word.
Cognac also shot Kuru a cold look. "Don't you know Lin Qi-sama is like Quitela's own son?"
Although Cognac spoke softly, Lin Qi and Quitela heard him loud and clear—and neither cared in the slightest. This dynamic had played out for nearly 20 years now.
"Lin Qi, which universe do you want to visit?" Quitela affectionately tugged Lin Qi's arm and asked with a doting expression.
"Universe 11, Belmod!" Lin Qi revealed an excited smile. "How about I go teach him a lesson for you? I heard he's your second least favorite."
"As expected of my candidate! Let's go immediately!" Quitela's eyes lit up at Lin Qi's words and then turned sharply toward Kuru.
"You! Transport us there right now, or I'll seal you away!"
"Yes…" Kuru replied reluctantly, feeling utterly wronged. What did he do to deserve this?
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Universe 11, the Destroyer's Realm
Compared to the desolate and rocky Universe 4 Destroyer's Realm—befitting a mouse—Universe 11's environment reflected its clownish themes.
Lin Qi was greeted by a massive circus tent, with tattered cloth haphazardly hung on nearby tree branches.
"Belmod's taste is… unique," Lin Qi remarked, glancing at Quitela. "Have you ever seen Belmod's true face?"
"No, not once. From our first meeting until now, I've never seen it!" Quitela quickly shook his head.
Lin Qi was speechless. "So, does that guy never wash his face?!"
At that moment, Marcarita lifted the tent flap and smiled at them. The group followed her inside.
The interior was vastly different from the outside—a massive dark green sofa dominated the center.
Belmod lounged bonelessly on the sofa like some spineless creature, surrounded by clown-dressed girls fawning over him.
"Belmod-sama, have some grapes!"
Lin Qi's mouth twitched at the sight. The comparison was infuriating—while he lived in caves with a mouse, this guy had people serving him. Society's inequality was maddening!
Marcarita, expressionless, stood behind the sofa, clearly long accustomed to the scene.
"Quitela…" Belmod pushed away the clown girls blocking his view and looked at Quitela disdainfully.
"What brings you to Universe 11?"
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