Chapter 19

Ebba's PoV:

Time in this realm runs differently and can shift depending on how the gatekeeper feels like it making us have far more time than expected as I now am finally back in shape ready to get back into protecting the Multiverse again and stop this tournament before something bad happens. However something urgent came up forcing the plans to stop the tournament to be put on hold forcing me to continue with my training which I don't mind, but i feel like i'm missing something.

"Come on, Ebba! come and show me the real power of a GOD?!" Toreo yelled catching my attention as I glanced over seeing him standing there on the other side of the arena coldly staring at me before a smirk randomly appeared on his face.

"Sorry, but I have to keep all my energy for when I stop Xzander's sick tournament and save my daughter Nova as well" I replied seeing his expression quickly change to confusion before appearing 2 metres in front of me and circled me while carefully examining my entire body.

"You sure about that? She seems to look and act more like Neoma than you, so where's the proof on that?" He questioned slightly embarrassing me in front of Angelisa just because I have black hair and dark eyes unlike my old mate Neoma who was a rare sight that not every Toura-jin you see has white hair unless they're related to a pure bloodline without any tainted blood as I grew lucky to be paired with her even after my brother proved himself unworthy of making strong, pure offspring. His question offended me more than anything and somehow knew about Neoma which is making me quite suspicious on kind of relationship he could've had with her.

"How do you know about my wife?" I seriously asked putting my soon to be not teacher on the spot hoping to the Omni King that he hadn't try to get his way with her. Toreo was aware of this sudden chance and doesn't seem to care by the fact he mentioned someone incredibly dear to me.

"Are you really that stupid? Neoma is my mother and YOU are my dad. She kept me a secret with my grandparents for my own protection" My eyes widened taken back now seeing the similarities. Is that why she left me for for this so called 'training' with her parents? That isn't fair I would've loved to have a son to train and bond with unlike my brother I will be there for my offspring and protect them with every ounce of power so they can live a healthy safe life.

"No wonder you smelt so familiar, but why did she keep you hidden from me?" I questioned confused urging on to know why my own mate would hide such a big thing like this from me for so long.

"You can blame, Xzander for that as he already posses a threat to my kind as it is! That includes Nova's life as well" Toreo suddenly growled changing the entire atmosphere putting me the one at the bottom again since he is my teacher and currently more powerful due to my in captivity by the angels. "You can't show him any mercy or all life in the multiverse will be erased, but this time for good!" He stated even though I was fully aware of what my younger brother was capable of despite being almost identical twins in which personalities separates us revealing who the real good guy is around here. Angelisa watched from afar judging us with those golden eyes keeping herself out on such a intense situation since angels aren't to interfere with my affairs as my power greatly surpasses their if I were to tap into that power I call 'The Godly limit breaker' it surpasses that of Ultra Instinct, but I haven't got full control of it yet so it'll be for the best to keep it on the down low until I really need to use it even though it does more strain to me now that I am forever stuck being a mortal which is a first, but nothing feels different other by the fact that beings lower than me can try to kill me without facing any consequences which is bad.

No one's PoV:

10 minutes into the second round after 5 defeated Anti-Universes were eliminated and permanently eradicated from existence leaving only 7 left remaining forcing every to push themselves even further than they have at the beginning leaving only the strong to survive. Xzander was enjoying himself erasing Gods from their once existing Universes making the next round even hard for the seekers to find their enemies.

"These fights never seize to amaze me. What about you, Clyde?" Xzander remained seated on his throne resting his elbow on the arm of the chair while his cheek remained balanced on top enjoying the game he had remained and improved to meet his satisfaction needs, Clyde however stood on the side like an angel keeping his wand in hand for anything his friend/boss needs or for emergency purposes in case something tends to happen like rule breaking and erasing beings from existence.

"So far we haven't been seeing Nova use much of her power which is a shame as we chose the strongest to fight for us and yet no one is able to stand up to her power yet. I am hope that the prince doesn't fail us or his father will be greatly disappointed in his son for going easy on one of the hiders in Universe 7" Clyde replied thinking that the prince has gone soft on one on of his enemies which seemed to catch Xzander's attention making him instantly look at Alvar who slaughtered yet again another hider without hesitation, but what made Riaura so special for him to let wiggle away without a scratch.

"That dirty little monkey.. He got lucky this time doing the birds and the bees behind my back as if I can't see that mark on his neck unlike the rest of his clueless gang of wasted potential and get him killed if they don't up their game anytime soon" Exposing the Prince's actions and yet is wondering who the lucky one is that got a piece of such a fine male. Clyde quickly caught on keeping quiet as he secretly grew slightly red by the thought of such things clearing his mind in order to maintain his serious guardian demeanor in front of the other gods and angels that are currently in their presence. "I wonder if it was someone dear to Nova? If so then things are getting rather interesting, my friend" Thinking to himself while smirking on his own behalf Xzander couldn't help, but eagerly wait for the day when Nova goes nuts and takes out half of the Multiverse with her overwhelming power.

"Don't take our warriors so lightly, Xzander. They aren't some cheep knock off y'know especially when we have a Toura-jin on our side which leaves my Universe at a pretty high advantage on winning your puny tournament!" Beerus spoke up angered by the fact that his enemy wasn't cowering his boots by the sight of a unique race participating in his odd and yet dangerous tournament. Xzander just laughed maniacally in response loving the sight of Beerus' angered expression knowing how easy it is to anger him and the other Gods nowadays.

"Oh. I haven't had a laugh like that in a millennia! Your expression never seizes to amaze me which reminds me of that old God of Universe 6 before your brother was chosen to walk in his footsteps. That reminds me.. how does it feel to have a mortal who has the possibility to kill you? let alone walk around so freely on your planet and the planet they were raised on" Xzander cheekily questioned purposely pushing the God's buttons while the others listened in and watched even though it was strange to see that some Gods in Anti-Universes have no angel or Guardian stand beside them, what could that possibly show that makes them so different to the Universes they are used to seeing today? "Let me remind you. These Anti-Universes don't need angels like you do unlike them they have the power to kill any angel or higher deity than use their useful powers for serving purposes which is how the Guardians were formed making one of the most unbreakable prisons to ever exist.. well it was unbreakable until I escaped from it that is" He cockily added looking down at the other Gods as if they were nothing compared to his superior self having the power to kill a God and can get away with it too without realising who will be coming later in time.

"You escaped from the Unbreakable Time Prison?! No being let alone immortal can escape that place, you obviously had help as there is no way in hell you could've made it out on your own" Another God butted into the conversation his skin was pale green, eyes blue like diamonds and white hair like a kai and yet here he is as a God of an Anti-Universe without an angel standing by his side.

"Of course I had help. They only did it because I lied about freeing them in return of their trust which made things far more easier for me than it is for them" Xzander replied bragging about his sick ways of getting whatever he wanted in needs for power and full control of his minions. This reveal of evil struck shock into all of the Gods who were no aware that the Xzander Darkmore was nothing, but a liar and a cold hearted criminal as they knew that he would do this over and over again just for the fun of it.

"You sick bastard! How dare you use us like this for your twisted enjoyment. For all we know you could've lied about the Light Dragon Balls and are hogging them for yourself!" Another one looking a lot like a chocolate Labrador who was having none of this as Xzander in response clicked his fingers and watched as Clyde used his powers to erase the God in front of the others without a care in the Multiverse, but it was what the boss wanted if he wants to keep his head in one piece. This display of power was enough to startle the Gods in their respective places worrying for what will come of them if their chosen warriors fail to meet their expectation and lose the game and get them all erased from existence. However this intense atmosphere changed when an Unknown BP entered the ring bringing them to believe that an intruder had entered and plans to ruin the tournament, but even Clyde was unable to find this new contestant which angered Xzander.

"Who dares to ruin my game?! CLYDE!! Find them and get rid of the fiend before they decide to ruin everything!" The angered God exclaimed shaking the whole realm with only the sound of his voice shutting all that heard him in fear of his huge immense power he wielded. The Guardian kept his cool staring into his staff so did Whis intrigued to find who was actually brave enough to just up and walk into a tournament they weren't clearly invited to. Within minutes the intruder was finally found out catching all by surprise especially Xzander a blood relative of who this use to be God is. "What? How did he get here?! He's supposed to be held by the angels not roaming freely! Don't tell me that bastard actually set him free!" He exclaimed enraged by the fact that his own twin was roaming free let alone in a tournament he made to prevent something like this from happening.

"Looks like not all hope is lost after all" Whis quietly added already aware of the plan his father made that involved this old God in general, but time had to be wasted in order to get to his perfection point and be able to at least destroy the planet and ruin the tournament than letting anymore Universes to be erased. Nova was the first aware of this intruder's presence as their BP and strange Ki as she stood at the edge of a cliff looking off in the distance at the setting sun lighting up the sky in colours of red, orange and yellow a romantic sight to see.

"Ah. There you are my beautiful beloved Snowflake, do you have a minute to spare?" Zorion flew down behind her as she glanced back as he gently grabbed her hands pulling them up to waist height looking her dead in the eye with nothing, but ever dying love for his love.

"Of course I do, What is it?" She innocently asked seeing how nervous he was becoming rubbing the back of his neck in which she found adorable when he's like this.

"I wanted to do this before the tournament, but you weren't home so I waited until you got back. Can you close your eyes for me, please?" his odd request puzzled her, but she did what he asked trusting his every word without hesitation, he reached a hand into his pocket grabbing the only thing that was inside waiting for the right moment to pull it out. "Before I do anything, I want to ask. If i were to ever propose what would you do?" asking with a hesitant tone as her eyes remained closed, but he could tell that she was confused by his odd question she knew her answer to.

"If you were to propose? I would obviously say yes you big goof! But how much longer do I need my eyes closed for? Anyone could try and attack me" Nova replied as he pulled out a tiny box and opened it in order to remove the golden engagement ring as he carefully put it on the right finger making it fit perfectly making her open and look at her left hand leaving Nova absolutely speechless as emotions began to overtake her body.

"I know it isn't as romantic as you thought it would be, but if you can changed your mind I unders--" He was cut off by a teared up Nova who embraced the Saiyan loving this surprise not caring by the fact that it was in a tournament, but if they were to die at least they'll be together forever.

"You Goof! Why would I ever say no?" She said as he hugged back with a smile on his face glad to have made his move now than later, but just when things were going well someone landed a few feet behind the love birds alerting Zorion as he slightly moved his head to the left glancing at the intruder with the corner of his eye refusing to let another selfish bastard ruin a moment like this.

"Aw. This truly is one beautiful scene, sadly it would have to come to an abrupt end, but don't worry i'll make sure you die beautifully side-by-side" A wolf like seeker made himself known with his coal black, fluffy coat and glowing red eyes let alone twice of Zorion's size proving to be an Alpha unlike the others he refused to work along side with. He revealed his sharp beastly claws as he licked his lips clearly hungry for a feast and for tonight he is planning to snack on them.

"Not on my watch!" A familiar voice yelled from above colliding with the beast creating a crater 2x his size from just the impact as smoke kept the intruder covered while only their human like silhouette could be seen emerging from the smoke as their long Saiyan tail flicked in response before it cleared finally allowing Ebba to be seen with a oddly trusting smile on his face. "Sup!" He cheerfully spoke as Nova wiped her eyes clean still a little puffy, but she peaked over seeing him as his scent was somehow familiar despite never seeing this monkey in her life. However Zorion wasn't liking it due to how identical he looked to Xzander even though he knew that they were twins, but he refused to trust him so soon.

"Don't come any closer or I will be forced to fight you!" Zorion exclaimed planning to protect Nova even though she was able to fight on her own. Ebba was shocked as he held his hands up to his chest gesturing his surrender other than being more understanding than Xzander.

"Hey, kid. I'm only here to help you and Universe 7 to stop this tournament that's all. You of all people should know that I am nothing like my brother even though you just technically proposed to my daughter right now and saved your asses from a seeker, in which your welcome by the way" Ebba calmly responded as Nova emerged from Zorion's safe protection and stepped forward not afraid of this Saiyan feeling his kind demeanor that reminded her of Goku's due to his kind heart.

"I already met my biological mother and yet here stands you my supposed blood bonded father. You remind me of my adopted family who I see more of a family as they never chose to leave me alone unlike you and Neoma for 18 years of my life" Nova responded which kinda did hurt Ebba in some way, but it was true due to what the angels have done to their home causing the Toura-jin to be all alone until she was taken in by the Son family.

"You mean for over 100, 000 years, right? Our Universe wasn't erased that early so clearly you're 100,019 years old now, soon to be 20 and will become an outstanding wife" Ebba corrected her leaving both her and Zorion shocked on this sudden reveal, but if she was really that old how come her body didn't change during her time traveling through space? was it maybe the pod that kept her at such a young age?

"Stop! I don't to be old yet I'm too young!" Nova being over dramatic exclaimed as Zorion jumped into action seeing his mate in distress because of Ebba's response which wasn't making anything better for himself.

"You're not old, you're still as beautiful from the day I first say you" soothing his now fiance Ebba just stood there unsure of what else to do already making a bad first impression towards his only daughter that reminded himself a lot of Neoma.

"He's right you're not old and outstandingly stunning reminding me a lot of your mother actually. She was probably one of the most beautiful, stubbornness and outstanding woman I have ever met in my life. I fell hard for her even after she had you, but just 2 weeks after your birth you were taken from us thanks to my selfish, jealous brother who couldn't accept the choice she had made to marry me than him especially after he selfishly took advantage of her forcing her to have a son your older step brother before she secretly had given birth to Toreo the my blood son and then after you were born my only daughter, the only pure blooded Toura-jin currently the family other than your mother of course..." Ebba randomly blabbered on about his traumatic past on loosing everything he once wished to have when he was a young boy which touched them deeply reminding Zorion that not only that he could be trusted, but only the real Ebba could know such things and still remain loyal to his kind, pride and his family even after loosing the main reason he kept on fighting for.

"So what's the plan?" Zorion asked ready to hear in on what this old Saiyan God had in mind as Ebba walked over ready to let the two in on what will possibly happen if this plan were to work before anything bad like a intergalactic war could happen. Will this tournament finally come to an end? Or will something even more dangerous appear if this plan fails to stop this tournament from running? There's only one way to find out...

To be continued...