On the plaza of the divine temple, Yuujin and the women of Team Gokumi were all fully prepared and ready for departure.

Having cleaned their bodies, changed clothes, and replenished their energy by eating Senzu Beans — not to mention taking a deliberate rest after leaving the Hyperbolic Time Chamber — it could be said that they had all adjusted themselves to their optimal state.

"Yuujin, take these with you."

Bulma handed several silver-white metallic spheres to Yuujin.

"What are these?"

Yuujin asked.

"These are a new type of communication device I developed. Once you arrive at the tournament venue, release them — that way, we at home can see what's happening on your side."

Bulma explained as she pressed one of the metallic spheres. It swiftly transformed into a camera-like device that floated into the air and began circling around Yuujin and the others.

Though it seemed pretty interesting, Bulma often came up with strange and quirky inventions, so Yuujin and the others were already used to it.

"The tournament venue might be extremely far away, maybe even in another dimension or universe. Will this communication device still work?"

"Heh, I specially developed this one. No matter where you go, it can transmit your footage back to us. It'll definitely work!"

"Well, if you say so, we'll take them."

Yuujin didn't really mind. Since Bulma wanted them to carry the devices, he tucked the now-transformed metallic ball into his clothes.

Just then, the voice of the Grand Priest rang out from above:

"Participants of Universe 13, are you ready? The tournament is about to begin."

"We're ready, Lord Grand Priest."

Yuujin answered with a solemn expression.

"Very well. I'll open the portal now and teleport you over."

The Grand Priest's voice echoed again, and a ball of glowing light descended from the sky, enveloping Yuujin and the women of Team Gokumi.

"Bulma, Tights, Launch, Goteno, Trunksia — we'll leave things at home to you."

"Mom! Dad! Good luck!"

"Don't lose to those guys from other universes!"

"Don't worry, we'll definitely win!"

Everyone waved goodbye, and under the watchful eyes of Bulma and the others, Yuujin and his team — wrapped in glowing light — soared into the sky and disappeared in a flash...

…

"Ugh... Wh-Where are we...?"

Everything suddenly went black for a moment. When Yuujin and the others came to, they found themselves in an entirely unfamiliar place.

A massive arena floating in the void. In the center of the stage stood a tall stone pillar. Above them hung an enormous artificial light sphere, and everything around them was cloaked in darkness — giving a chilling, endless void-like sensation.

But that wasn't the most important part. What stood out were the auras — incredibly powerful presences could be felt all around!

"Participants of Universe 13, welcome."

"This is the Null Realm, a place with no time or space — a world of nothingness and eternity. The Tournament of Power will be held here."

The Grand Priest's voice came from a floating platform, and he descended slowly in front of Yuujin and his group.

"Lord Grand Priest."

Yuujin and the women respectfully greeted him.

"Several universes are still on their way. The tournament won't start just yet. In the meantime, feel free to rest here."

"Understood, Lord Grand Priest."

After allowing Yuujin and his team to do as they pleased, the Grand Priest left to receive the other universes.

Once he departed, Yuujin and the others began observing their surroundings. A few other universes had already arrived before them — each camped out separately and keeping their distance.

Just as Yuujin and his group were sizing up the other universes, the others were also observing them.

"So that's Universe 13, the one the Grand Priest mentioned. They really don't look like pushovers."

"Hmph, it's just a bunch of women. Doesn't look like anything special."

"Tch, the ultimate victor will be our universe! Even if they're women, we won't show any mercy!"

Meanwhile, in the audience stands, each universe's Supreme Kais and Gods of Destruction were paying close attention as well. Some were surprised by Universe 13's lineup, while others scoffed at them.

"Yuujin, Yuujin! There are so many strong fighters here. I'm getting excited!"

"Yeah, me too!"

Gokumi looked ecstatic, and the corners of Yuujin's lips also curved up.

Perhaps it was a Saiyan's innate sensitivity to battle — since arriving, their blood seemed to be boiling.

"Another universe is arriving!"

Chi-Chi shouted, and everyone turned to follow her gaze.

Sure enough, a flash of light appeared — another universe's Supreme Kai, God of Destruction, and their team of fighters were teleported over.

Though it was their first time seeing them in person, Yuujin instantly recognized them—

It was Universe 7!

"Hey, Whis, we didn't really need to hold hands to teleport, right?!"

"Ahaha, sharp as ever, Lord Beerus. But I said that to build team cohesion!"

"Cohesion my foot! I nearly fell apart!"

"Oh-hohoho..."

Once again tricked by the ever-scheming Whis, Universe 7's God of Destruction, Beerus, fumed and showered him with spit.

Meanwhile, Goku, Vegeta, and the others began surveying their surroundings.

"Whoa! This is the real battleground?"

"N-Not good… the air is filled with unbelievably powerful energy. Looks like there are tons of strong fighters in the other universes too!"

"Indeed. I didn't expect so many powerful opponents from the other universes. This is going to be one hell of a fight."

"Hmph! I don't care what universe they're from or who they are — I alone am more than enough!"

Just like in Dragon Ball Super, Universe 7's participants were the same: Son Goku, Vegeta, Frieza, Gohan, Piccolo, Master Roshi, Krillin, Tien, Android 17, and Android 18.

"Yuujin! Look — Master Roshi's over there too! And Krillin, Piccolo, and Tien!"

As she observed Universe 7's members, Gokumi couldn't help but exclaim.

And she wasn't alone. When Android 18 and her dark counterpart saw another version of themselves among Universe 7's team, their expressions turned interesting.

"My, my... I didn't expect to see another version of ourselves from a different universe."

"Dark 18, how do you feel?"

"Well... it's kind of a strange feeling."

Not just Gokumi and Android 18 — when Yuujin saw those familiar faces from memory, the supposed "main characters" of this Dragon Ball world, a smile naturally crept across his lips.

"Everyone, let's go say hello."

To be continued…

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