Rez skillfully rotated the thick tree branch, letting the crackling flames lick the mutton evenly.
Savory fat dripped onto the glowing charcoal fire, splashing tiny sparks into the night air as a rich, irresistible aroma intensified.
The freshly roasted meat was ready in no time.
He sprinkled savory seasonings onto the golden-brown skin, which shimmered temptingly in the firelight.
The mouth-watering scent of the meat mixed with the fragrance of the spices, drifting far away on the cool night wind.
By now, the sky had grown completely dark, dotted with countless stars that resembled brilliant diamonds embedded in deep blue velvet.
The Milky Way stretched across the horizon, casting a faint silver glow over the landscape.
The jagged, scattered rocks of Star-Shattering Cliff revealed strange, towering silhouettes under the starlight, looking like silent giants guarding the vast wasteland.
After devouring two entire sheep, Mikasa finally felt satisfied.
She leaned back against the smooth rock behind her and gently patted her slightly bulging belly, a content smile gracing her lips.
Her bright blue eyes appeared exceptionally vivid under the starlight, looking as if they were filled with the constellations themselves.
Rez also finished filling his stomach and offered Mikasa a warm smile.
“The roasted mutton you made is absolutely delicious!
I want to eat it again next time!” A brilliant smile erupted across Mikasa’s face.
Her voice was slightly louder than usual, no longer carrying the cautious, hesitant tone she had used before.
“No problem!” Rez agreed readily, flashing a grin.
“Actually, I’ve also studied quite a few other delicacies.
I’ll cook them for you whenever we get the chance.”
“You…
you can cook other delicacies too!” Mikasa became even more excited, suddenly sitting up straight and asking eagerly, her attention entirely captured.
“Yeah, I’m actually quite particular about food!” Rez said with a chuckle, a brief hint of nostalgia flashing in his dark eyes.
“If I weren’t a Saiyan warrior, maybe I would have become an outstanding galactic gourmet.”
Mikasa immediately burst into a happy laugh.
The laughter was crisp and pleasant, drifting through the night wind like silver wind chimes swaying gently in a breeze.
She laughed until her blue eyes curved into beautiful crescents, and two shallow dimples bloomed on her cheeks, making her entire being seem to come alive.
Looking at her radiant, flower-like smile, Rez’s heart softened for some reason.
“I need to continue my cultivation,” Rez said, taking a deep breath as his expression became serious.
He stood up, stretched his limbs to ease the tension, and cast his gaze toward the distant, dark night sky.
“Why…
why are you in such a hurry to become stronger?” Mikasa asked curiously, her blue eyes gazing at him quietly.
“Frieza has recalled all the Saiyans from across the universe…” Rez spoke the grim truth, his voice growing deeper and more resonant.
Maybe he wants to wipe out our entire race at once.”
“The Emperor of the Universe, Frieza?” Mikasa muttered, tilting her head to the side as she thought it over.
“Does he…
does he really want to destroy our planet?”
“It’s not impossible,” Rez nodded firmly, his eyes narrowing.
“Is…
is that so?” Mikasa looked up at the star-filled sky, then back at Rez, a hint of genuine worry flashing in her blue eyes.
“So that’s why you’re cultivating so hard.”
“Can’t help it; I can’t just sit around and wait for death,” Rez sighed softly and gave a helpless smile.
“But…
your power level is already so high, defeating Frieza shouldn’t be much of a problem,” Mikasa pondered aloud, analyzing the situation seriously.
“I heard Frieza’s power level is 530,000!
Your power level is already 2,000,000!”
“That’s just on the surface!” Rez shook his head, his voice heavy with caution.
“I feel Frieza’s true power level is far more than that.”
“Then how much is it?” Mikasa asked again, her blue eyes blinking in confusion.
Rez remained momentarily speechless.
How could this little Apprentice Angel not even know what Frieza’s actual power level was?
But on second thought, Rez felt that what Mikasa said made sense.
As an Apprentice Angel, she didn’t seem to pay much attention to mortal strengths.
After all, to her, even if Frieza’s power level were 10 billion, it wouldn’t be enough for her to handle anyway.
He guessed that the 530,000 power level figure Mikasa just mentioned was something she had simply looked up recently.
“Then…
that golden transformation of yours, it seems your power level can increase by 50 times,” Mikasa lowered her voice and whispered, looking around warily for fear of being overheard by any nearby Scouters or spies.
“It’s still not enough!
I need to become much stronger!” Rez clenched his fists tightly, feeling the pressure.
“I…
can I see that golden transformation of yours?” Mikasa suddenly plucked up her courage and looked up at Rez.
“Alright!” Rez agreed readily.
In the next moment, golden light erupted fiercely from Rez’s body.
His hair stood tall, turning a brilliant golden-yellow in an instant.
Blazing golden flames of Ki surged from within his body, enveloping him completely and appearing exceptionally dazzling in the dark night.
His hair stood firmly on end, showing a brilliant gold, and even his eyebrows turned the same radiant hue.
A powerful, crushing aura spread in all directions, causing the loose stones beneath his feet to tremble violently.
Super Saiyan transformation achieved.
Seeing Rez’s magnificent transformation, Mikasa once again showed a fangirl expression, blushing deeply as she whispered, “So…
so handsome…” She covered her burning cheeks with both hands, her blue eyes full of little stars, completely immersed in some wonderful emotion.
“I don’t want others to know about this transformation yet!” Rez said in a low, controlled voice, the golden flames gradually receding as he calmed his Ki and returned to his normal state.
“Okay, okay!
My lips are sealed; I won’t tell anyone!” Mikasa quickly promised, nodding her head vigorously for fear he wouldn’t believe her.
“I believe you,” Rez nodded seriously, looking directly into her blue eyes.
Mikasa’s heart skipped a beat under his intense gaze, and she hurriedly lowered her eyes in a fluster.
“Wait a moment…
I’ll ask someone to find out exactly what Frieza’s power level is!” Mikasa thought for a moment and made a quick decision.
“Ask someone?” Rez was stunned.
“My brother…
he knows quite a lot about everything in the universe!” Mikasa answered quickly.
After saying that, Mikasa lightly raised her right hand, and a divine Scepter immediately materialized in her palm.
The Scepter was pure white and slender, with a crystal-clear orb embedded firmly at the top.
Under the starlight, the Crystal Orb emitted a soft, ethereal glow, as if it contained some mysterious, boundless power.
Then, Mikasa affectionately called out to the Crystal Orb on the Scepter, saying, “Brother Whis, are you there?” Her voice was soft, with a hint of playfulness.
Rez stood completely silent, his expression a bit surprised.
It really was Whis.
She was actually asking Whis for Frieza’s power level value.
A bright light flashed within the Crystal Orb, and an elegant, melodic voice resonated from it.
“Oh my, isn’t this my little sister Mikasa?” Whis’s voice came clearly through the Scepter, reaching Rez’s ears perfectly.
After Whis finished speaking, he paused for a brief moment.
“Mikasa, is the person standing next to you your friend?” Whis asked with a polite smile.