As they landed, Vultra laid Leo down on a grassland and stood, staring into the sunset. After a while, Leo woke up. Vultra glanced at him, then turned his gaze before starting the conversation: "That was a spectacular battle." Leo acted nonchalant, but Vultra pressed on. "You tapped into your sealed power, right? Don't play dumb—I saw the nanobots. Don't worry; we both have secrets, so it wouldn't hurt… But Leo, I saw your emotions. You were somehow desperate."
Leo sighed. "Well, I did it, didn't I? As long as that is dealt with, it counts. Time to check my rewards."
Vultra stood up and left him alone. Leo opened his system display and smiled. "Alas, it was worth the effort and all the headache." The system stats read:
Name: Nicole Venzsra
Status: Mortal, single (bruh need a chick magnet)
Sex: Male
Lv.: 2
HP: 600
MP: 400
LP: 200
IQ: 400 (Demos' gift)
MO: Override Overdrive (Lv. 1), Weapon Skills (Lv. 2)
SS: Tech, Leveling Up, Yang Energy, Dark Overlord
SB: Reborn, Stat Boost 2×, Multiversal God Blessing, Ascension Chance, Demos' Blessing, Rejuvenated Tech Boost
"Oh, so now I have a level? This system is useless. I was so overpowered—what type of system does that? God gave me this? I was expecting a decent system, not a trash one."
The system notified him:⚠️ Warning: Any insults directed at God or the system will lead to consequences.
"Wow, bravo. Oh, now you're warning me? Alright, I won't persist further. Time to get some rest; it will be a long day tomorrow," Leo said before drifting back to sleep.
The scene shifts to the gods who had just reached the Universal Council. The Multiversal Gods were arranged depending on the number of Multiversal realms they oversee. The Omni Being declared, "This meeting is for Multiversal Gods only. Any other gods, get your ass out of here—or I'll make you." Some gods departed. With peace and decorum restored, the meeting officially began.
"Firstly, I commend the Multiversal Gods for doing a good job so far; your efforts will be rewarded. Now, onto the main concern: I heard that in Multiverse 9XX, directly in Universe 10, a special event occurred whereby a mortal gave both the Universal and lower-class gods a run for their money—to the extent that the Universal God wants to eliminate him. Who is that mortal, and why is he a threat to the multiverse? Time is paused now so you can tell the full story."
Valse stood up, though the other Multiversal Gods jeered him. "My lord, what you said is true. But before I go further, let me show you why the gods fear this mortal." He unveiled, from a dimension, a small orb of anti-universal energy. "My lord, this energy you see here is what we call anti-universal energy. It is not only a threat to the lower and Universal Gods—if concentrated in the right amount, it can harm even the Omni Being."
"What is this energy, and why didn't we know of its existence?" another asked.
"This energy was created by a mortal called Leonard Noblei. He defies all laws set for him. He created this energy by accident—it wasn't compatible with him. But his friend, the mortal feared by all, Vultra Ludenworth, happens to be compatible with it. 'No compatibility' is an understatement—he was made for that energy. Do you know why the energy merged with him? It's because of you all. The hate for the gods just happened to be the reason it chose him. It also comes with perks. If not for his friend, that mortal would have killed us by now. And you know what is rightfully yours can't be hidden forever. Everything knows its master. As we speak, the energy is finding its way back to its owner and has developed intelligence—it can hear us no matter what. And the best part is it can manifest itself even from the smallest form of energy."
In that moment, the energy Valse was holding levitated and transformed into a humanoid figure. As it descended, it spoke:"Oh, so you are the Multiversal Gods? You all are trash. I know what you're thinking: how could a mortal be a threat to the gods? Well, you need to be educated." It unleashed its aura and began to devour everything. "Do you gods know the meaning of 'anti'? Of course you don't—you just sit in your chairs all day. You don't care; you're the ultimate couch potatoes. It's called 'anti' because it's a remedy set to either extinct or control a specific thing. Now I am anti-universal energy—do you know what it means? I could—"
Valse interjected, "Don't spiral out of control. You can go back now; I think you've made your point."
"Emmm," Valse paused. "I think you're all educated now. Who said I don't know how to control my universes?"
The Omni Being responded, "I think you made your point. We will come to a decision in the next Anomaly Zone. For now, the meeting is adjourned." The Multiversal Gods stood and left—but one remained, seething with jealousy toward Valse.
"You, who can't even control your multiverse, have these powerhouses—you don't deserve them. Be careful, or you might not know what hits you," the jealous god sneered.
Valse smirked. "Oh, I'm so jealous of your—what do they call them again? Oh, yeah: non-existent special mortals. What's the first one again? Emmm, I don't know him. But anyway, your so-called mortals are useless. That's why you're a hater of my two defying mortals. Just be careful—they might beat your ass one day." With that, Valse departed.
"Just you wait—I'll get revenge," the hater god muttered.
The scene now shifts to Leo, who is being awarded by the Headmaster. Before presenting the award, the Headmaster addressed the students:"I welcome you to this ceremony, held for students who really displayed balls—unlike you bugs. Show us some balls and you'll be awarded like him. And if any of you fools don't think he's worthy, I'm issuing an open battle: defeat him in hand-to-hand combat, no magic used. Then you can collect the badge and shove it up the academy management's ass. You don't have the balls now, do you? Any bugs with a problem—wait, I was missing something—any nobles with a teeth problem that needs fixing? Raise your hands so Leo the dentist can adjust and fix your teeth. If none of you have the guts—no, I mean big balls—shove any side talk up your ass and go fuck yourself."
Suddenly, three students raised their hands—two nobles and one from the bugs sector. "Ah," the Headmaster said, "it seems you three have a problem. Step out from the crowd so Leo can see his patients properly." They stepped forward. The Headmaster glanced at Leo telepathically: "Have fun with them, but don't damage my arena or I'll slap you with the bill—capisce?"
"Yes, sir," Leo answered. He removed his academy jacket and shirt, revealing a muscular physique. "Now, who's the first patient that needs treatment?"
A commoner stepped forward. "My name is Pallor Revneth. I feel it's unfair that you get such treatment from the Headmaster—he sees you as a man—while he calls us bugs."
Leo replied, "So far, have you done anything for the Headmaster to see you as a man with balls? Not just any balls—big balls."
Pallor said, "Maybe I will start by defeating you first; then I'll get the recognition I so desire."
"Alright then," Leo said, stretching. "Come at me."
Pallor dashed at him, trying to land a blow, but Leo easily absorbed it, muscles flexing. "Is that it?"
"No," Pallor answered. "I have plenty more where that came from." He launched a flurry of attacks, but Leo effortlessly countered while checking his system. The system messaged him:"Endure 1 million attacks and you will be rewarded."
Leo eyed the system. "Well then." He caught Pallor's next blow with his hand, then delivered a strike sending Pallor flying away.
"If you think you can defeat me alone, you aren't the MC of any story—you're just side characters. Now why don't you all be good boys and girls, drop that stupid noble act, and face me together? You'll only stand a chance if you fight me all at once, not alone."
And so, with that, the new battle begins. What action will unfold? Which path lies next for Leo, or will Vultra be consumed by his sealed powers? Find out next!