MIGHT AS WELL BE OP Chapter 908: I Do

High in the sky of the Celestial Planet, pristine white clouds drifted lazily around Anthony, Aura Nova, Aaaninja, Lucian, and the rest of the group. An air of sacred tranquility and infinite scale permeated the atmosphere. They had just returned from the Ramen Singularity Timeline, stepping through Anthony's portal with the same ease one might use to walk through an open door.

Aaaninja’s gaze shifted toward Anthony, a quiet realization dawning on him. ’It appears he can bypass every rune and formation designed to block entry into the Celestial Solar System,’ he thought to himself. Under normal circumstances, the defenses were ancient, absolute, and merciless; no one but the Celestials themselves could simply stroll into this system.

Yet, Anthony had crossed those barriers as if they were nonexistent. Ultimately, Aaaninja chose not to dwell on it. Since this was Anthony, such impossible feats had long since lost their ability to surprise him.

"I am aware we just departed from the Ramen Singularity Timeline," Aura Nova remarked, floating serenely beside the others with a composed expression, "but it feels as though a lifetime has passed since then."

"I feel the same way," Altheria chimed in. She tilted her head back, staring up at the brilliant sun. "The Acarnis Galaxy suddenly seems to be lacking in so many areas—design, architecture, and even interesting aesthetics."

"What are you complaining for?" Vega’s voice rang out from the side, sounding relaxed and amused. "You’re Aaaninja’s girlfriend. You can just ask him to take you back there. I’m positive he would be happy to do so."

Altheria gave a soft smile and nodded. "I suppose that is true." She was well aware that Aaaninja would agree without hesitation if she made the request.

"We should be discussing you, Vega," Veronica said calmly from the side.

"What is that supposed to mean?" Vega asked, raising an eyebrow in curiosity.

"I mean, you’ve already talked to Anthony about visiting a cake or ice cream Timeline," Veronica clarified with a knowing smirk. "And you didn’t exactly sound like you intended to invite us. I’m fairly certain you would have just slipped away with Anthony without telling a soul."

Vega offered a light smile in return. "I don’t intend to do that. What would be the harm in everyone coming along? After all, we accompanied Aaaninja and Altheria on their trip before."

Veronica said nothing more, though her calm smile made it clear she didn't believe a word her best friend said.

Without saying anything, Aaaninja lifted his hand. Space itself folded at his command, and they vanished instantly. In the blink of an eye, the group reappeared within the grounds of a massive family estate.

"Now that the Ramen Singularity Timeline is behind us, I suppose it’s time for our battle to begin," Lucian’s voice came from the side, sounding eager and full of energy.

A faint smile touched Aura Nova's lips at his words. This was her primary reason for coming here, and the moment had finally arrived. Kingsley remained as silent as ever, but his very presence radiated his anticipation for the upcoming clash against Aaaninja, Lucian, and Aura Nova. Although he had suffered a loss against Anthony previously, that defeat had not broken his spirit or his self-belief. To him, this battle was merely another step forward on his path of martial arts, a new opportunity to reach greater heights.

Aaaninja stayed quiet, but his sharp, focused gaze moved toward Anthony, signaling his readiness for a rematch right then and there. Anthony, however, remained relaxed; his posture was confident and steady as he prepared to meet every challenge head-on.

His thoughts briefly turned to the Omni Peak Academy exam, where he had taken on the entire top ten at once because he didn't feel like fighting them individually. ’Maybe I should do the same now,’ he thought, fully certain he could face Aaaninja, Lucian, Aura Nova, and Kingsley simultaneously and still come out on top.

Vega and Veronica looked at each other and shook their heads at the same time.

"These men are nothing but battle-hungry idiots," Vega sighed. Even though she possessed planetary-level battle prowess, she had no desire to fight Aaaninja or the others.

"I think they are starting to influence Aura Nova," Altheria noted from the side, noticing the lingering smile on Aura Nova’s face.

Vega shook her head. "They aren't. Even if we haven't known her long, I can tell she has always been this way. She even admitted she came to this meeting specifically to see these battle-loving boys. I think she loves a good fight just as much as they do."

"Well, I have no problem watching them go at it," Veronica said eagerly. "Why would I turn down such a show? At the very least, we will finally witness their true power and see who is actually the strongest."

Altheria turned her gaze toward Vega. "So, do you believe Anthony will win?"

Vega’s purple eyes met Altheria’s as she countered with her own question. "You don’t think so?"

Altheria shook her head slightly. "Aaaninja may have lost once, but I am certain he wouldn't challenge Anthony again unless he was confident." Her voice was steady and full of conviction. She believed her man would scale the wall he had spent three years training to overcome.

"Love must have made you blind," Vega replied with a small grin. "But I understand your perspective. I haven't seen Aaaninja fight, and you haven't seen Anthony fight, so it makes sense that we are both confident in the people we know." Her tone held a brief moment of amusement.

"What about you then?" Altheria asked, looking at Veronica. "Do you believe your man is going to win?"

Veronica paused for a moment. Having spent nearly six months with Lucian, she was well aware of his absurd abilities and overwhelming power. Finally, she nodded. "I do."

Vega let out a soft sigh. "I guess everyone is just rooting for their own man," she said, a smile playing on her lips.

Romulus, who had been silent while perched on Vega’s head, finally spoke up. "Nobody is rooting for Aura Nova. I wonder what happened to women supporting women, or does that stop mattering when love is involved?" His golden eyes didn't look at the girls; instead, they stayed fixed on the fighters about to begin.

Altheria, Vega, and Veronica were silent for a beat. Then Vega shamelessly answered, "I’m sure her man will support her once she finds one." Altheria and Veronica simply nodded in agreement, offering no other reply.