episode 18

As the Saiyans reflected on their victory and the warning from Beerus, the energy around them began to shift subtly. The once-clear sky grew darker again, not from any enemy presence, but from an immense force gathering in the distance. Goku, Vegeta, and Broly all sensed it simultaneously—an unknown but overwhelming power radiating from beyond the horizon.

Goku turned to Vegeta and Broly, his usual excitement tempered by caution. “You guys feel that?”

Vegeta nodded, his expression serious. “Another fight already? It hasn’t even been a full minute since Beerus left.”

Broly's senses flared, and his primal instincts kicked in, his muscles tensing. “It’s strong. But… different from Zathor.”

Suddenly, a large rip in the sky tore open, revealing a blinding vortex of light. From it, a mysterious figure descended, cloaked in an aura that felt both divine and otherworldly. The figure's presence alone made the ground beneath them tremble, as if the planet itself was reacting to its arrival.

As the light cleared, a figure in dark robes, with glowing blue eyes and markings across his skin, stepped forward. He was tall and imposing, his aura far different from anything the Saiyans had ever encountered. His voice echoed across the land, calm but commanding.

“I am Kronon, the Arbiter of Fate. The multiverse has been watching your actions closely, Saiyans.”

Goku stepped forward, always eager to meet new challenges. “Arbiter of Fate? Sounds like you’re pretty important.”

Kronon’s glowing eyes fixed on Goku. “Important is irrelevant. I am here to deliver judgment. Your recent battle with Zathor has upset the balance of multiple timelines. The power you wield now is a threat to the stability of existence itself.”

Vegeta’s fists clenched. “Another god coming to lecture us? We’ve heard this before, and I’m not interested in being told how dangerous we are. If you think you can stop us, you’re welcome to try.”

Kronon’s gaze shifted to Vegeta. “This is not a warning, Saiyan Prince. This is a decision. You’ve been given power that you do not fully understand, and I am here to ensure it is not misused.”

Goku’s eyes narrowed, sensing the seriousness of Kronon’s words. “What do you mean by ‘decision’?”

Kronon extended his hand, and the energy around him intensified, warping reality itself. “If you cannot demonstrate control over this new power, then I will be forced to erase you from existence, along with the potential threat you pose.”

Broly stepped forward, his eyes burning with determination. “We won’t be erased. We’ve just unlocked this power, and we’re going to use it to protect our world, not destroy it.”

Kronon regarded Broly with an unreadable expression. “Your intentions are irrelevant. What matters is whether or not you can control what you’ve unleashed.”

Goku, always ready for a challenge, stepped into a fighting stance. “If it’s a fight you want, we’re not backing down. We’ll show you we’re in control of our power.”

Vegeta smirked, his aura flaring as his Primal Instinct form began to reactivate. “We’ve just scratched the surface of this new power. You’re about to see what real strength looks like.”

Broly, standing beside them, powered up as well, his green aura mixing with the divine and primal energies. “I’m ready.”

Kronon floated above them, his power rippling through the air. “Very well, Saiyans. Prove yourselves, or be erased from the multiverse.”

With a wave of his hand, Kronon summoned a massive sphere of energy, the likes of which dwarfed even the most powerful attacks the Saiyans had seen before. The sphere crackled with destructive force, capable of wiping out entire timelines.

Goku, Vegeta, and Broly instantly powered up to their Primal Instinct forms once more, their combined energy creating a storm of power around them. As the three stood united, the ground beneath them quaked, and the air itself seemed to vibrate with intensity.

With a roar, the Saiyans charged Kronon, their speed unmatched as they coordinated their attacks with perfect precision. Goku unleashed a barrage of punches and kicks, each one infused with the calm mastery of Ultra Instinct, while Vegeta followed up with powerful strikes that carried the raw might of his godly form.

Broly, channeling his newfound focus, unleashed a devastating punch that shook the battlefield, his raw strength more refined than ever before.

Kronon, despite the overwhelming barrage of attacks, moved with calculated precision, dodging and countering with almost no effort. His eyes glowed brighter as he absorbed their movements, testing their power, but his expression remained emotionless.

“You are strong,” Kronon said, his voice echoing through the battlefield. “But strength alone is not enough to control fate.”

With a sudden surge of power, Kronon unleashed a wave of energy that knocked the Saiyans back, sending them skidding across the ground. The sheer force of the blast tore through the landscape, creating massive fissures in the earth.

Goku struggled to his feet, breathing heavily. “This guy… he’s not just powerful. It’s like he’s one step ahead of us the whole time.”

Vegeta, gritting his teeth, rose as well. “Tch. This isn’t just about strength. He’s reading our moves, like some kind of god of time.”

Broly, regaining his composure, growled lowly. “We can’t keep fighting him like this. We need something more.”

Whis, watching from a distance, spoke softly to himself. “Kronon’s abilities go beyond time and space. The Saiyans will need to do more than just rely on raw power.”

Back on the battlefield, Kronon floated above them, preparing another attack. “You have one final chance. Prove you are in control, or I will fulfill my duty as the Arbiter of Fate.”

Goku, Vegeta, and Broly exchanged glances, and without words, they knew what had to be done. They had unlocked the power of Primal Instinct together, but to defeat Kronon, they would have to push it even further—transcend their limits and unlock the true potential of their unity.

With renewed determination, the Saiyans closed their eyes and focused inward. Their auras, which had previously clashed in chaos, now began to merge once again, but this time with greater harmony. The ground beneath them shook, and the very fabric of reality seemed to ripple as their energies intertwined.

Kronon watched with intrigue, sensing the shift in their power.

As the Saiyans opened their eyes, their forms had evolved once more. They had unlocked a Primal Fusion, a state where their energies merged into one unified force. Their combined aura radiated with a golden brilliance, tinged with divine and primal energy, surpassing anything they had achieved before.

Goku, Vegeta, and Broly spoke in unison, their voices resonating as one. “This is our answer, Kronon. We won’t be erased, and we won’t let fate decide for us.”

Kronon’s eyes widened slightly, for the first time showing a hint of surprise. “A fusion of power and spirit… perhaps you are worthy after all.”

With that, the final battle between the Saiyans and the Arbiter of Fate began. The clash that would decide not just their future, but the fate of the multiverse itself.

To be continued…

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