Rimuru stood motionless on the training ground, his deep golden eyes fixed on the fading trail of blue-white light that still lingered high in the sky. The beam Gobta had unleashed with the Super Kamehameha had pierced the clouds and continued upward until it vanished into the vast emptiness beyond their world. The ground beneath his feet had trembled only for a moment, yet the memory of that gentle shake remained in his bones. He felt no fear—only a quiet, profound wonder.
The power had been pure and controlled, yet it carried a warmth that reminded him of something deeply familiar. In his old life as Satoru Mikami, he had spent quiet evenings staring at computer screens, imagining heroes who could change the world with a single strike. Now, watching a small goblin friend stand tall with golden hair and an aura like the sun, Rimuru felt a gentle ache of nostalgia mixed with pride.
He turned slowly toward Gobta, his voice soft but clear. "Gobta… that beam reached beyond the sky. I sensed it travel farther than any spell or skill I have ever known. You did not just fire energy into the air. You touched something greater. How does it feel inside you?"
Gobta lowered his hands, the golden spikes of his hair slowly returning to their usual style as the aura dimmed. His small chest rose and fell with excitement. "It felt like my whole body was singing, Lord Rimuru! Warm and strong, like I could keep going forever. But I held it steady, just like Lord Veldora taught me. Did I do okay?"
Milim landed beside them with a soft thud, her eyes wide and sparkling. "Okay? It was amazing! The whole sky lit up like a second sun. I felt the wind from it even from over here. Gobta, you looked like a real hero from the games we play!"
Ramiris floated higher, leaving trails of sparkles as she gazed upward. "The beam went so far. I could almost see the stars wink back at it. The factory and the towers shook a little, but it felt friendly, not scary. Can you do it again? I want to watch the light dance across the clouds!"
Shuna stepped closer, her gentle hands offering a cup of cool water. "The ground trembled, yet no one was hurt. The power came from a pure heart, so it remained kind. Gobta, you controlled it beautifully. I am proud of you."
Benimaru crossed his arms, his sharp gaze still fixed on the sky. "The energy was focused and stable. It did not scatter or cause damage. That level of control is impressive for a first attempt. We could train others to channel similar power safely."
Diablo stood a short distance away, his crimson eyes calm and approving. "A beam that reaches the stars carries a message to anyone watching from afar. Our friends will see it as a sign of strength, and our enemies as a warning. Well done, young one."
Souei appeared silently at the edge of the group, his voice low. "The trail lingered long enough for scouts on the border to notice. Word will spread quickly. The federation feels stronger already."
Veldora placed a steady hand on Gobta's shoulder, his scarred face showing quiet satisfaction. He spoke so everyone could hear, his mature tone carrying Takumi's words clearly. "Takumi says your beam was stronger than he expected because your spirit is so bright and true. The S cell awakened what was already inside you. The Super Kamehameha is now yours to master. Use it with care, and it will protect those you love."
Rimuru felt a deep warmth spread through his chest. He looked up at the sky once more, where the last trace of the beam had finally faded. In that moment, he remembered the lonely nights in his old apartment, staring at game screens and dreaming of a life filled with friends and purpose. Now he stood in a world he had built, surrounded by those friends, watching one of them touch the stars with his own power.
He spoke gently, his voice carrying the wisdom of both his past and present lives. "Gobta, when I first woke up as a slime, I never imagined I would see something like this. Your transformation and that beam remind me why I keep moving forward. Power is not just for fighting. It is for protecting smiles, for creating joy, and for showing the world that even the smallest among us can shine the brightest. Today, you have given all of us a new reason to believe in tomorrow."
Gobta's cheeks turned a little pink, but his grin was wide and happy. "Lord Rimuru… thank you. I will keep training so I can make you proud every day."
Milim grabbed Gobta's arm and tugged him toward the center of the field. "Enough talking! Let us see it one more time, but slower so we can feel the energy properly. I will stand right beside you and add my own lightning to make it even prettier!"
Ramiris zipped ahead. "I will make the beam sparkle with fairy lights! The sky will look like a festival."
Shuna laughed softly and prepared more water and snacks. "Only if Gobta feels ready. We do not want to tire him too soon."
Benimaru and Diablo exchanged a quiet nod, already thinking of ways to incorporate the new technique into training drills. Souei vanished once more to ensure the borders remained calm after the skyward display.
Rimuru watched the lively scene with a gentle smile. The beam had shaken the land, but it had also shaken something deeper inside him—a reminder that the federation was growing in ways he could never have planned alone. Takumi's ideas, Veldora's power, and the pure hearts of his friends were weaving a future brighter than any single person could create.
He stepped forward and placed a hand on Gobta's other shoulder. "One more time, then we rest and celebrate. Show us again, Super Gobta. Let the stars see how strong our bonds have become."
Gobta nodded, the golden aura flaring once more. He took the familiar pose, palms together, energy gathering between them. "Super… Kamehameha!" The beam roared forward again, this time slower and more controlled, rising high until it disappeared into the blue sky. The ground trembled lightly, the towers shimmered, and the entire group watched in shared wonder.
Milim cheered loudly. "It is even more beautiful the second time!"
Ramiris added her sparkles, turning the trail into a glittering path of light.
Rimuru felt a quiet peace settle over him. The beam had reached space, but the real light it left behind was the unbreakable bond between all of them. Tempest had grown taller, stronger, and more connected than ever before.
As the energy faded and the group gathered for snacks and laughter, Rimuru looked up at the sky one last time. "Thank you, Gobta. And thank you, Takumi. Today, we touched the stars together."
The training ground filled with warm voices and happy plans for future sessions. The golden spark in Gobta had awakened something in every heart, reminding them that the greatest power of all was the joy they shared.
Veldora smiled quietly to himself. "Takumi says this is the perfect next chapter. The stars themselves have seen our light."
The morning continued, bright and full of possibility, as Tempest's story reached ever higher.