Chapter 278 Super Space-Time Tournament
Mount Paozu. After finishing some farm work, Goku was resting at the foot of the mountain.
"Although working isn't bad, my martial arts skills are getting rusty!"
Just then, a small sprite flew in front of Goku.
"Hello, Goku!"
Goku was startled: "Huh, what is it? Who are you?"
The sprite said, "Nice to meet you. Also, congratulations. You have been invited to the Super Space-Time Tournament."
"Huh? Super Space-Time Tournament? What's that?"
The sprite said proudly, "It's a super tournament to determine the strongest being from all timelines. Don't you want to fight against super strong guys?"
Goku immediately became interested: "Super strong guys? I'd really like to spar with them!"
"Hehe, I knew you'd say that. Then let me lead the way!"
"I'll even give you some clothes as a bonus."
With that, Goku's work clothes instantly changed into his usual martial arts uniform.
The next second, Goku appeared in a space filled with time gears, standing on a platform that looked like a clock face.
"Hey, we're already here!"
Goku looked around.
He immediately saw familiar faces.
Piccolo, Alice, and Vegeta were also there.
Piccolo smiled and said, "So you were called here too!"
Vegeta crossed his arms and said disdainfully, "Hmph! Have to be with you again!"
"Hey, is it just us few? Didn't Aaron come?"
Alice said, "Probably not. Dad is probably busy. He wasn't invited."
"It's a shame he's not here. But we can really stretch our legs this time." Goku rubbed his hands together eagerly.
Just then, Hit and Jiren also arrived.
Goku was startled.
"Hey, Hit and Jiren, you came too!"
…
Jiren said coldly, "This is for training. I don't want to get chummy with you."
Hit lowered his head, eyes closed, saying nothing.
Dark Demon Realm.
Towa had traveled with Saline through many historical timelines, undergoing countless hours of training.
Now, Saline could easily defeat Fin, a Demon God with the power of Gogeta.
Even if that Broly came again, Saline could now defeat him with her power.
Towa looked at the great power Saline displayed, the smile on her face growing deeper.
"Enough power has been accumulated. The throne of the Dark King will ultimately belong to you, Saline."
"Then, let's begin. Unify the Demon Realm."
The two found Towa's brother, Dabura, and gathered tens of thousands of Demon Realm soldiers.
Dabura smiled and said, "Hehe, I didn't expect to be working for my niece. Saline, with your power, Towa and I will surely help you seize the throne of the Dark King."
Towa asked, "Brother Dabura, I haven't been in the Demon Realm lately. I don't know the specific situation. Are Salsa, Shroom, and Putine all working for Demigra?"
Dabura nodded.
"Yes. The Demon Realm is without a leader. They are all serving Demigra. Demigra has ambitious plans. His magic power has probably accumulated a great deal."
"Moreover, he has summoned countless evil beings from various timelines, granting them dark power to serve him. He intends to seize the Supreme Kai of Time's Time Scrolls, striving to control all timelines."
Towa was startled: "He still covets the position of the Supreme Kai of Time?"
"By the way, what's happening at the Time Nest now?"
"According to intelligence from spies, these past few days, Aeos has summoned warriors from countless timelines to participate in the Supreme Kai of Time Martial Arts Tournament."
"The losing timelines will be eliminated."
"The former Supreme Kai of Time, Aeos, has made a move."
"The Time Nest is empty. So Aeos has probably succeeded."
"Chronoa is also missing."
"The Time Patrol members Vegeta, Goku, and Alice have all rushed to the battlefield to investigate."
Saline asked, "Should we also participate?"
Towa shook her head.
"I sense a conspiracy. Since Brother Dabura knows about the trouble at Chronoa's place, Rubelu under Demigra has certainly investigated it too."
"They will probably invade the Selection Court when Aeos's power is depleted, to seize the position of the Supreme Kai of Time, intending to control all timelines."
"Then what should we do?"
Towa rubbed her chin and said, "The mantis stalks the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind."
"Aeos is the mantis. The warriors from various timelines are the cicadas. Demigra is the oriole."
"What we need to do is turn the cicada into a hunter."
Saline was startled: "How? Should we participate too?"
Towa shook her head: "You are not yet a match for Demigra. We can call your father to participate in the space-time battle."
Saline's eyes lit up: "Right. Have Dad deal with them. Neither Aeos nor Demigra will succeed. Then, the Time Scrolls will be ours in the end."
Towa curled her lip and said, "Your father probably won't let you control timelines. Your mind isn't mature enough, and you can't do it."
"That's not what I meant. I mean, use the Time Scrolls as a bargaining chip to get Chronoa or Aeos to marry my dad. That way, they're all family."
"Wouldn't controlling timelines then be effectively in our family's hands? What's the difference from me controlling timelines?"
Dabura gave a thumbs-up: "As expected of Saline, brilliant!"
Towa rubbed her chin and muttered to herself, "Something seems off, but somehow it also seems fine…"
"Alright, the Super Space-Time Tournament is about to start. I need to hurry and get Dad!"
…
Saline came to Earth and quickly arrived at Aaron's house.
Aaron was playing a game with Bulma, Launch, Videl, and Cheelai, five of them playing MOBA.
"Damn, lost again. You guys are so terrible. I had over thirty kills and still couldn't carry you."
Cheelai giggled: "Honey, if you let me have two kills, maybe we could win the game!"
Bulma curled her lip: "Let me tell you, this is a tower-pushing game. You guys just delay and fight, hold on a little longer, and I can sneak the crystal."
Videl: "It's clearly you who is terrible, Bulma. We had a big advantage, we were team fighting, and you were still thinking about pushing towers. No fun at all!"
Launch: "My new skin is so stunning. It's a limited edition, you can't even buy it!"
"Honey, do you want to admire my dancing?"
"Oh, you guys, I just can't carry you. I might as well have No.21 support me."
Bulma put down her phone: "Enough, enough, let's play poker?"
Launch: "I think mahjong is better."
Just as they were discussing what to play, Saline arrived.
"Dad, long time no see!"
Aaron looked up: "Hey, it's Saline. Why are you here?"
"Dad, no time to explain. The Super Space-Time Tournament is about to start. They invited Yamcha but not you. I beat Yamcha up, so she can't go. Come with me quickly."
Aaron was startled.
"Super Space-Time Tournament?"
"Yes. The strongest warriors from 12 timelines are participating. No time to explain. Hurry!"
With that, Saline grabbed Aaron and left.
Well, there are Chronoa, Aeos and other girls.
If handled well, there could be another mahjong table at home.
In an instant, Aaron arrived at the Super Space-Time Tournament venue.
"Dad, do your best. I have other things to do. I'm off…"
Just then, all seven warriors from every timeline had gathered.
The sprite shouted from the front stage: "Welcome, everyone, to the Super Space-Time Tournament."
"You have been selected from your respective timeline by this dimensional box. You are warriors beloved by timelines."
Suddenly, countless gears in the sky began to turn.
"Seven of you, one for each gear unit, form a team. The first round involves 12 teams, 84 participants. It is the Super Space-Time Survival Battle."
Looking around, most faces were relatively familiar.
The Ginyu Force led by Mecha Frieza.
The demon warrior team led by Tapion.
The team led by Bojack, a bunch of green-skinned guys.
The team led by Hearts, with Golden Frieza, Cumber, and Cooler.
"Warriors from various timelines, unleash yourselves, exert your power!"
"The arena you are about to enter has three centimeter sprites flying around. Catch them, or defeat all members of other teams, to win."
"The time limit is 50 Takks."
"We have prepared generous prizes for the winning team. Well, without further ado, the match begins!"
Piccolo was shocked: "Hey, I have something to ask."
But no one paid attention to Piccolo.
As the sprite raised its arm, a white light engulfed everyone.
In an instant, everyone had changed locations.