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(I know I said I wasn't going to do every episode with the fighting, but each episode is literally making me do so.)

"Jiren, fight with me!" Goku said to Jiren after coming out from behind one of the damaged pillars you and he were previously crouched behind, facing the Universe 11 Pride Trooper.

You stand up and come out from behind the pillar, but stay back in case Jiren agrees to fight Goku. Goku got into a fighting stance, but Jiren merely stared at him stoically. You frown at this, before you and Goku are quick to look back as Mr. Fantastic Mustache suddenly appears from the thick smoke with one of his hands aimed at you and Goku. "Justice Flash!" Multiple ki blasts come from all five of his fingertips, exploding the second they make contact with the ground. You and Goku quickly dodge them, but the force of the blasts still sends both of you back in another curtain of thick smoke. Or more accurately, send you into the actual arena grounds.

You don't even know how that happens, but you feel like a groundhog as you and Goku pop out on a different side of the arena, and you sigh in exasperation.

"Seriously, no heads up?" Goku grumbled, a playful smile on his face as you gently brushed away debris from his hair. Returning the smile, you both turned at the sound of Caulifla's voice behind you, causing you to face her and a now-recovered Kale. "You think you can take advantage of Kale's weakness? Think again!" Caulifla declared, her determination evident. Resting your fists on your hips, you prepared to defend your husband verbally. "First of all-" you began, but halted as a sudden surge of energy caught the attention of all four of you. Your gazes shifted towards a towering pillar, where five confident figures from Universe 11's Pride Troopers stood.

"Who are you guys? Are you from Toppo's universe?" Goku's tone turned serious as he questioned the newcomers. The five troopers introduced themselves, striking a dramatic pose with colorful smoke billowing behind them. However, you couldn't help but stare at them in utter bewilderment.

The group of five troopers made it clear that they intended to fight as a united front, confidently proclaiming that they would take down all four of you. Goku, never one to back down, questioned their intentions. "Hold on, am I your designated opponent?" he asked, seeking clarification. The leader, who went by the name Trashcan or something similar, responded, "In a battle royale, we'll fight whoever crosses our path." As Trashcan spoke, you flexed your fingers, preparing for the upcoming confrontation. Goku turned his attention to Caulifla and Kale, concern etched on his face. "Things might get dangerous. You two should stay back," he advised.

Caulifla's irritation flared instantly. "Don't be ridiculous! We're not letting you have all the fun by yourselves!" she retorted, her fiery spirit refusing to back down. Goku raised an eyebrow, glancing at Kale. "But she..." he began, noticing Kale's discomfort as she sought refuge behind Caulifla. However, Caulifla pushed Kale forward, asserting, "Don't pity her just because you think she's weak. She's my protegee!" The words instilled newfound confidence in Kale, who listened attentively to Caulifla's words. Goku smiled with determination, his gaze shifting to you. You returned the smile, equally determined, and bumped your hip against his, a silent display of confidence and unity.

As the battle commenced, you found yourself facing off against Trashcan, while Goku had to contend with two opponents simultaneously. Caulifla engaged in combat with the karp-like trooper, while Kale confronted the female member of their group.

"Justice Saber!" Trashcan bellowed, conjuring ki blades with both hands. Memories of Zamasu and Black flooded your mind, causing you to tut disapprovingly. "Another enemy claiming to fight for the greater good. Creating weapons with your ki goes against the rules, doesn't it?" you muttered, assuming a fighting stance. Trashcan smirked, his eyes narrowing slightly. "I usually refrain from fighting women, as it goes against my principles. However, if you're here, then you must be just as formidable as any other opponent," he remarked. You snorted, preparing your wasp-like ki blasts. "I can't say the same about you," you taunted, before launching into an intense clash with Trashcan.

As you continued your intense battle with Trashcan, you couldn't resist taunting him. "So, did the name Pride Troopers go through a voting process, or did you just come up with the name yourself, Trashcan?" you mockingly inquired, deftly evading one of his attacks as you attempted to close the distance for a counterstrike. Trashcan blinked in confusion before his expression twisted into anger. "My name is Kesahrol!" he retorted, his frustration evident. You quickly interjected, "Casserole? I think Trashcan suits you better. Or maybe even Kano. Ever played Mortal Kombat, Trashcan?" Your distracting remarks only served to further infuriate him.

While you and Trashcan clashed, Goku found himself aided by Turles, who had stumbled upon the energy of the battle. The opponents couldn't help but question if Goku and Turles were siblings, but both of them simply chuckled in response. "Not even close," they declared simultaneously, their grins reflecting their camaraderie.

During your battle with Trashcan, he suddenly withdrew, his attention diverted elsewhere. Before leaving, he launched a charged attack at you, which you managed to block. However, when you turned to locate him, he had already vanished. Blinking in confusion, you scanned your surroundings before deciding to check on Goku. A smile formed on your face as you spotted Turles, and you ended up embracing the muscular Saiyan, followed by a warm hug for Goku. "Did your opponents also retreat?" you inquired, curious about their situation. Turles crossed his arms, his expression determined. "One of them did. We managed to eliminate the other from the ring," he informed you, and you nodded in acknowledgment.

Suddenly, a large purple dome materialized in the distance, capturing your attention. The three of you approached it, attempting to penetrate its barrier to no avail. Goku's attempts to use Instant Transmission were also futile, as the energy within the dome lacked the necessary signature for him to lock onto. After a few minutes, a colossal blast of green and red energy erupted from the opposite end, obliterating the dome and propelling three more individuals out of the ring.

As the smoke cleared, you sensed the familiar energies of Caulifla and Kale, with Kale's energy appearing more controlled despite her increased strength. Caulifla wore a smug expression. "No need to worry, everyone. We just took care of three opponents for you. Show some gratitude," she boasted confidently. You and Turles raised an eyebrow at her statement. Goku turned his attention to Kale, concern evident in his eyes. "Is she alright in that state?" he asked, noticing that Kale wasn't going berserk like before.

Caulifla's smirk widened as she looked up at Kale. "Yep! She's mastered this ultra super form. Impressive, right?" Just as she spoke, Kale began to power down, visibly drained of energy. Caulifla caught her, providing support. Meanwhile, you happened to notice the female fighter from Universe 11 still encased in a protective dome, laughing with confidence. "As long as I'm inside this, I'm untouchable!" she declared. In an instant, you approached the dome and effortlessly lifted it. "Well, enjoy your time outside," you remarked casually before giving the woman a rough toss, effectively eliminating her from the tournament.

Turles chuckled a bit. "I feel as though she's becoming more ruthless.." He mutters to Goku, who laughs sheepishly. "Yeah. That's good though, right?" He asks himself more than anyone else, considering you're his loving wife. He wanted to fight you, but now wasn't the right time after all. Turles snorts and crosses his arms, looking at Caulifla and Kale as you return. Caulifla carefully lifts Kale onto her back to carry her away, looking at the three of you. "You're really just going to let us get away again?" Caulifla asks. Goku smiles. "You'll be much stronger next time around, it'll be fun." He states, and you can't help but to agree. Your Saiyan side was itching for a strong opponent despite you never having been in true battle.

Caulifla smiled a bit before walking off with Kale on her back, before you looked up at Goku. "Think Gohan and your dad are doing okay?" Goku grinned, brushing the tip of his nose with his thumb. "Without a doubt! And 'Geets is probably having a ton of fun too!"

You smile, pushing Turles's arm off your head as he uses you as a temporary arm rest. "It's been quite a while since I've seen so many Saiyans in one area together. This makes 8 and a half." He mentions, only adding Gohan in as the half. You and Goku grin at this, wondering just how much more crazy this tournament was about to get.

You wondered who your next opponents would be.