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The battleground in Universe 7 crackled with energy, the very air vibrating with the intensity of Beerus and Rack's confrontation. As they circled each other, the atmosphere thickened with anticipation, and the Z Fighters watched in awe, feeling the weight of the conflict that was about to unfold.
"Why do you fight, Rack?" Beerus demanded, his voice steady despite the chaos around them. "What is your true motive?"
Rack sneered, his eyes narrowing. "You really don't know, do you? I was meant to be the God of Destruction of Universe 7! I was the one destined for this power, but you took my place!"
The words hung in the air like a heavy fog. Goku, Vegeta, and the others were stunned by this revelation. In a moment of insight, Mr. Popo, standing at the edge of the battlefield, concentrated his power and used a special ability to amplify their hearing. The Z Fighters could now clearly hear every word exchanged between the two titans.
"What? Beerus was not the first choice?" Goku exclaimed, his brows furrowing in disbelief.
Vegeta's expression hardened. "So this is personal for him. It's not just about power; it's about revenge!"
Rack's anger flared, his aura igniting with fury. "You had everything handed to you, Beerus! The title, the respect, while I was cast aside, left to rot in the shadows! It's time to reclaim what is rightfully mine!"
As Rack spoke, his energy surged, swelling to an overwhelming level. The very ground beneath him trembled, and with a roar that echoed through the multiverse, he unleashed 90% of his power. The force of his transformation sent ripples through the surrounding cosmos, shaking the foundations of Zeno's palace and drawing the attention of its celestial inhabitants.
With each pulse of energy, reality itself seemed to warp, colors bleeding into one another, and the stars flickered in the presence of such might. The Z Fighters felt a wave of dread wash over them, realizing they were witnessing something truly catastrophic.
"Vegeta, can you feel that?" Goku said, his voice barely above a whisper. "He's going all out!"
"Get ready," Vegeta replied, clenching his fists. "This fight is about to get even more dangerous."
Rack transformed, his figure becoming more monstrous, power radiating in waves of purple and red energy. His new form was terrifying, exuding a fierce intensity that filled the space with dread and anticipation. The very fabric of the multiverse quaked under the strain of his overwhelming might.
"Witness my true form!" Rack bellowed, his voice amplified by his newfound power. "I will show you why I should have been the God of Destruction!"
In response to Rack's transformation, Beerus felt the challenge igniting within him. He, too, began to draw upon the depths of his power, shifting once again into a higher form—his Destruction God Unleashed state. His appearance became even more formidable, the aura around him brightening to a blinding purple light that pulsed with sheer destructive energy.
"This isn't just about titles or power, Rack," Beerus declared, his voice ringing with authority. "It's about responsibility. A God of Destruction must know the balance of creation and destruction!"
But Rack only laughed, a sound laced with bitterness and ambition. "You don't understand! I will prove that I am stronger! I will take my rightful place, and the multiverse will bow to me!"
As the two titans squared off once more, the air around them became electric with tension. The multiverse itself seemed to hold its breath, waiting for the inevitable clash between these two formidable forces.
Zeno, perched atop his throne, watched the unfolding battle with wide eyes, intrigued by the spectacle. He sensed the shift in power and the potential chaos that could follow. "This looks like fun," he mused to himself, tapping his fingers together with a childlike curiosity. "I wonder who will win."
Back on the battlefield, Goku and Vegeta braced themselves, realizing that they had to support Beerus in whatever way they could. They would not let their mentor face this formidable foe alone.
"Let's go, Vegeta!" Goku said, a determined look in his eyes.
Vegeta nodded, sharing the resolve. "We'll find a way to help him! But first, we need to stay focused!"
As the two warriors prepared themselves, the stage was set for an unprecedented confrontation. The fate of the multiverse hung in the balance, and the clash between Beerus and Rack was about to reach its most explosive climax yet.
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