Title: The Infinite Race Chapter 1: The Multiversal Arena In a dimension flickering between the edges of existence, an arena built of timeless cosmic energy sprawled across an endless landscape. The air crackled with potential, brimming with the anticipation of countless onlookers from various realms. This was the place where the strongest of the multiverse converged to prove their might, and today, two unique warriors would take center stage: Wally West, the Flash, and Novel Kars, the Ultimate Lifeform. Wally, with his trademark red suit emblazoned with the iconic lightning bolt, stood at one side of the arena. Despite the cosmic tension, he appeared unfazed. You slight smirk crossed his lips as he scanned the horizon, his thoughts swirling around the only thing that truly mattered to him at that moment – shopping discounts. "I wonder if I can find a good sale after this… those new sneakers are calling my name," he muttered, scratching his head, perplexed but relaxed. Across from him, Novel Kars emanated an aura of almost incomprehensible power. His viridian skin shimmered with an otherworldly glow, reminiscent of the stars he had endured for 10 quadrillion years. Kars observed his opponent with calm intrigue, his 2890 IQ processing every nuance of Wally's being as though looking through a transparent pane. “Your bewilderment may be your downfall, Flash,” Kars stated, his voice smooth yet imposing. “Step forward, and let us see if your speed can outmatch the essence of eternity.” Wally’s brow furrowed slightly, “Wait, am I supposed to take that as a compliment? I’m honestly just here for a discount at Barry’s Bakery.” Chapter 2: The Initiation of Battle With a boundless energy circulating the arena, the announcer, a cosmic entity pulsating with light, declared the start of the battle. "And so, let the Infinite Race begin!" Wally vanished, leaving a ripple in reality as he burst forth at a speed that could rival the inception of new universes. The world around him morphed into a blur, colors blending into iridescent streaks. He zipped around Kars, who remained motionless, seemingly unfazed by the gale that Wally’s presence created. With a flick of his wrist, Wally whispered to himself, “Just have to outdistance him, just have to—” Suddenly, Kars dissolved into a cascade of molecular fragments, only to reassemble behind Wally. “You must understand, my dear Flash,” he said, his deep voice echoing through the interdimensional void. “I am a being beyond mere speed.” Wally halted immediately, confusion painting his features. “Hey! No fair, you skipped quantum physics class! You can’t just teleport!” Kars chuckled, a sound both mesmerizing and chilling. “You misunderstand your own abilities. I can anticipate your every movement.” He raised his hand, and the arena warped with his gesture, shifting into the multiversal backdrop of 36 universes – layers of existence stacking upon one another. Chapter 3: The Clash of Titans Wally paused momentarily, finding even more confusion swirling around him. “Okay, that is new. How am I supposed to outrun that?!” However, Wally quickly regained his composure, realizing he had to channel his speed into something more. He harnessed the Cosmic Speed Force, igniting a trail of vibrant energy behind him as he charged toward Kars once more. “Fast thinking will not save you!” Kars projected, unleashing a planetary-sized punch that rippled through dimensions. The shockwave collided with Wally, but he nimbly ducked, darting to the side. “Going to need more than that, Mr. Ultimate Lifeform!” With newfound vigor, Wally charged, his lightning-fast reflexes propelling him through ineffable speeds. Behind him, an afterimage trailed, creating an illusion that distracted Kars momentarily. "Look, I may not be a genius, but I can create distractions!" he quipped, hoping to turn the tide. But Kars was unfazed – he had lived long enough to see a hundred other speedsters come and go. Time itself seemed irrelevant to him as he executed a technique that momentarily paused reality. “I’ll give you a head start… for twelve hours.” Wally stumbled as the world paused, but chaos and speed were inextricably linked in his essence. He closed his eyes a moment, pondering what lay ahead. “Twelve hours? That’s… not fair! Wait!” In that split microcosmic second, the cosmos flickered with purpose. Wally tapped into something primal within the Speed Force, transcending his velocity in a burst brighter than the sun. “Fifty trillion times the speed of light! Let’s see that IQ predict this!” Chapter 4: The Final Showdown As time restarted, Wally streaked forward, moving beyond the limits of reality itself. He appeared before Kars, who was still calculating his next move. “What?!” With a precise movement, Wally aimed for Kars’s core, realizing that to win, he needed to exploit the essence of the Ultimate Lifeform. As Kars braced himself for impact, Wally whispered, “Discount, now or never!” In an explosion of cosmic energy, Wally delivered a blow that resonated through alternative realities. However, Kars, drawing from the essence of his infinite durability, adapted instantaneously. The very fabric of the universe trembled under their collision. “You’ve proven worthy, Flash!” Kars exclaimed, the force of the impact generating ripples across the multiverse. “But how long can you endure this race?” Wally smiled through the chaos. “Oh, I’m just getting started! One more lap around the multiverse, and perhaps there’s a bake sale after! Bring it!” With his resolve heightened and determination surging, they charged at each other, like comets streaking through the cosmos. You cataclysmic clash erupted, light and darkness intertwining, as both pushed their limits to transcend what any other beings had ever achieved. Epilogue: Racing Destiny As the arena witnessed the marvelous spectacle, both warriors learned not just about each other, but about their strengths in a multiverse that seemed endless. Though distinct in their paths and desires, each found respect for the other’s journey. "Oh, and by the way, those baked goods better be fresh!" Wally exclaimed, still carrying that whimsical charm even amidst chaos. And somewhere, amidst the infinite echoes of existence, destined battles continued, waiting for the next challenger to step forward in the Infinite Race.