Chapter 237: The King's Defiance!
As the conversation between Mu Chuan and Frieza unfolded, the scene suddenly fell into a heavy silence, leaving everyone dumbfounded.
Originally, they thought Mu Chuan was nothing more than a clown. After all, who in their right mind would dare to provoke the Emperor of the Universe?
Wasn't this just attention-seeking behavior?
But what no one expected was that Frieza actually responded!
And not just that…
There was something odd about his tone!
This… could it be?
Everyone exchanged glances, feeling that there was some unspeakable secret involved. At this moment, the atmosphere on the scene became undeniably strange.
If someone had offended the Emperor of the Universe, shouldn't they have been immediately besieged by everyone?
Even if Frieza himself intervened, that might be considered overkill. Yet, with so many members of Frieza's army present, not a single one had acted.
What on earth was going on?
Initially, they thought they were in for a good show, but as the situation developed, the crowd grew increasingly confused. Could the Emperor of the Universe really be so easily provoked?
Or was it possible that this Emperor of the Universe simply liked this kind of drama?
Just as the crowd buzzed with speculation.
On the stage.
Mu Chuan was staring straight at Frieza.
"Too much bullying?"
"If you think I'm too much, why don't you step up and fight? How about it?"
Hearing Mu Chuan's words, Frieza forced himself to stay calm. He extended his hand to the side, and Bojack obediently handed him a glass of red wine.
"Oh ho ho…"
"You're quite full of yourself, aren't you?"
"I wouldn't bother fighting with monkeys like you. Besides, I've already forfeited, so do as you please. What's the point of participating in this boring competition anyway?"
"Lord Beerus's strength may be formidable, but I don't believe my own training is weak."
Frieza's words were indeed delivered with elegance. After all, he had never intended to compete, having forfeited from the beginning.
What he said wasn't wrong.
But…
Logically speaking, for someone as strong as Frieza, shouldn't he have immediately crushed a weaker opponent?
Why was he dragging things out?
This was exceedingly strange.
It was surprising to see him being so hesitant.
"What's wrong with Frieza?"
"Why does it seem like he's afraid? When facing a weaker opponent's provocation, shouldn't he just crush them outright? Why is he stalling? It's a disgrace to the Emperor of the Universe."
"Exactly, exactly!"
"This is truly bizarre!"
Frieza's behavior had already aroused some suspicions among the crowd, and their chatter grew louder and louder.
And then, at that moment!
A flash of light burst forth.
The area where the chatter had been loudest was suddenly swept clean by an energy wave.
Several people were killed on the spot.
This scene immediately terrified everyone!
One by one, they fell silent.
After eliminating the talkative ones, Frieza leisurely looked at Whis, a trace of apology appearing on his face.
"Lord Whis, these fools were too noisy, so I sent them on their way. I hope you won't mind the inconvenience!"
With that, he casually turned his gaze back to Mu Chuan.
At this moment, the hearts of everyone present were in an uproar. What had seemed strange to them before now made a bit more sense.
Frieza was an incredibly domineering individual.
Not only would he never tolerate being belittled, but he would also absolutely not allow anyone to discuss him behind his back, let alone provoke him to his face.
From this perspective…
It wasn't that Frieza had changed his nature. Rather, it was the person confronting him who was different.
Could it be…
All eyes turned to Mu Chuan.
There was now only one possibility: the person speaking must be someone extraordinary, someone capable of putting immense pressure on Frieza. Otherwise, how could Frieza remain unmoved?
Curiosity surged in everyone's hearts!
Who was the person on the stage?
To make Frieza cautious, his strength must be absolutely extraordinary.
Hiss~
The crowd instantly grew more eager.
Amidst their anticipation.
Mu Chuan spoke again.
"How about we make a bet? If you lose… you'll join the participants. How about it?"
"The martial arts tournament?"
"No, the Tournament of Power!"
"Are you joking? Why should I, the Emperor of the Universe, participate in the Tournament of Power? What does it have to do with me?"
"Don't you realize that if Universe 7 loses the Tournament of Power, the entire universe will be destroyed, and no one will survive?"
For the first time, Mu Chuan revealed the seriousness of the situation.
The moment he said this, the crowd erupted into chaos!
"What? What do you mean?"
"I don't get it at all!"
"Ah!! Why is this happening? If we lose the Tournament of Power, the entire universe will be destroyed? Who said that? Who dares to do such a thing?"
Those unaware of the situation were utterly shaken!
This was far too shocking!
Though they couldn't believe it, a seed of fear took root in their hearts, for the gods on the stage seemed to silently confirm it.
Could it really be true?
This realization threw them into a panic.
After all, battling other universes was not only a matter of winning or losing but also of life and death. Such stakes meant putting their lives in the hands of others.
No one could accept that.
Frieza sneered, completely indifferent as he said, "Destroyed, then destroyed. At worst, I'll move to another universe. Aren't there 12 universes?"
"I refuse to believe that there isn't one universe willing to take me in."
"With my strength, where couldn't I go?"
What he said wasn't wrong.
Given his immense power, if he chose to join another universe, there would surely be a God of Destruction willing to accept him.
But…
The moment Frieza finished speaking.
Mu Chuan's eyes flashed with a dazzling light. A ferocious aura erupted from him, and an overwhelming, terrifying energy surged forth.
Everyone was dumbfounded!
They never expected the person on stage to suddenly erupt.
What was going on?
What had just happened?
"Indeed, you could join another universe, but I'll kill you before that happens!"
"I mean what I say!"
With one step forward, Mu Chuan's aura surged to its peak. In an instant, he transformed into a Super Saiyan!
Another step, and he advanced to Super Saiyan 2.
With a third step, his hair grew long, and he reached Super Saiyan 3!
With each step, his aura became increasingly oppressive, and his combat power soared. Everyone could feel the terrifying energy bearing down directly on them.
Some technologically advanced species attempted to use their detectors.
A series of explosions sounded.
This startled them even more.
Not only them, but even those in Frieza's faction felt an immense and suffocating pressure at that moment.