Chapter 172: The Transformation Time Limit
Frieza licked his lips in anticipation, preparing to eat the Senzu Bean.
Both Yuujin, Goku, Chi-Chi, and Vegeta felt their scalps tingle with dread. If Frieza recovered all his injuries and power by consuming the Senzu Bean, the consequences would be disastrous!
"Goku!"
"Got it!"
With tacit understanding, Yuujin and Goku instantly unleashed Kaioken x20, rocketing toward Frieza in a flash.
They absolutely couldn't allow Frieza to eat the Senzu Bean. Even if they couldn't retrieve it, they had to destroy it!
"Ha ha ha!!!"
Yuujin launched a ferocious frontal assault on Frieza, while Goku took advantage of Frieza's preoccupation to fire a ki blast, obliterating the Senzu Bean.
With their goal accomplished, Yuujin and Goku didn't linger, quickly retreating to Chi-Chi's side.
"Tch, what a bunch of annoying pests."
"But whatever. Without those Senzu Beans, you won't be able to recover either."
Though slightly disappointed, Frieza wasn't too concerned, while both Vegeta and Chi-Chi breathed sighs of relief.
"Chi-Chi, the Senzu Beans are gone. Be careful in the upcoming battle and stay close to me and Goku."
"Understood."
Yuujin's tone was serious, and Chi-Chi nodded gravely.
Among the four of them, Chi-Chi had the weakest combat power. Facing Frieza alone was extremely dangerous. If she were to sustain serious injuries now, there would be no Senzu Beans to heal her.
"Goku, Vegeta, can you both still fight?"
"Yes, I can keep going."
"Hmph, even if all of you drop dead, I'll still be fighting!"
"Then let's continue. Battle!!!"
With their energy flaring, the fight resumed as they charged at Frieza once more...
Boom! Boom!! BOOM!!!
High above Earth, the battle between Earth's military and Frieza's forces raged on.
In terms of sheer military strength, Earth's forces were actually weaker than Frieza's army, having developed for only a short time. This was also their first real war, and they were at a disadvantage in many aspects compared to the experienced Frieza forces.
However, Earth's army was brimming with momentum, while Frieza's forces were beginning to falter.
This was no surprise. After all, the hundreds of Red Silk Girls on the battlefield weren't just for show!
And it wasn't only on the army's side. Even Frieza's elite Ginyu Force was facing a grim situation.
"Impossible!"
"What's with these Earthlings?!"
"How do they have such ridiculously high combat power?!"
Yamcha, Krillin, and others, empowered by Kaioken, had thoroughly overwhelmed the Ginyu Force. Jeice and Recoome, among others, were both furious and terrified.
They couldn't understand how these so-called "lower lifeforms" from a backwater planet could possess such strength. As members of the Ginyu Force, handpicked by Lord Frieza, they were feared across the universe. How could this be happening?!
Even their leader, Captain Ginyu, was in dire straits. Fighting against Piccolo, he was at a severe disadvantage, with one of his arms already severed.
"Is that all you've got?"
"You're too weak!"
Piccolo, his cape billowing, crossed his arms and looked coldly at Ginyu.
The mighty Ginyu Force? The universe's fearsome enemies? Piccolo had expected more, but they turned out to be this pathetic. He hadn't even used half of his power, and they were already struggling.
It seemed the only one who could match him was that Kami fellow.
"Hehehe…"
"You're indeed strong. I'm no match for you."
"Besides Lord Frieza, I thought my body was the strongest, most perfect warrior in the universe. But to think someone like you exists…"
"I've decided—I'm taking your body!"
Ginyu grinned wickedly, his eyes filled with greed as he appraised Piccolo.
Piccolo frowned deeply, sensing a chilling malice.
"What are you talking about?"
"Hehehe, you'll find out soon enough!"
"Ahhhhhh!!!!"
In the fiery sky above Mars, Chi-Chi was struck by Frieza's punch, screaming as she plummeted toward the ground.
The fierce battle had turned the ground below into a sea of molten lava, with only a few spots left to stand on. If Chi-Chi fell, she would be swallowed by the magma in an instant.
"Chi-Chi!"
Yuujin flashed into action, catching Chi-Chi midair and landing safely on solid ground.
He quickly checked her injuries. Her face was pale, her ribs were broken in several places, and her internal organs were severely damaged.
Although she could force herself to keep fighting, Yuujin wouldn't let her take such a risk.
"Chi-Chi, stay here and rest. Don't fight anymore."
Yuujin made the decision immediately.
"I'm sorry, Yuujin. I'm too weak and can't help you."
Understanding her condition, Chi-Chi didn't argue but looked ashamed.
Among the group, she was the weakest. Despite Yuujin and Goku's efforts to protect her, she still ended up in this state.
"Fool, you've done great already. The rest of the fight is up to me, Goku, and Vegeta."
Yuujin gently patted Chi-Chi's forehead, speaking warmly.
For a human, Chi-Chi's growth was nothing short of miraculous. As Yuujin said, she had already done enough.
Before she could say more, the battle above suddenly changed—
"Frieza!!!"
Vegeta's voice roared as she prepared to land a massive punch on Frieza.
But before her fist could connect, Vegeta suddenly froze, his energy fluctuating wildly as his body began to shrink and convulse.
"No! The transformation time is up!"
To everyone's shock, Vegeta reverted from her Great Ape form back to his normal state.
Because it wasn't a true full moon night, Vegeta had transformed using a synthetic moon, which only lasted about 30 minutes. The fact that she held out this long was remarkable.
Unsurprisingly, once she returned to normal, Vegeta's energy plummeted. Her combat power dropped from over 20 million to just over 2 million, and it was still falling.
Yuujin couldn't help but grimace—this timing couldn't have been worse.
Now, only he and Goku were left to fight.
"Hohohohoho…"
"Vegeta, it seems your transformation time is up. What will you use to fight me now?"
Frieza dodged Goku's attack, retreating a few steps, and laughed mockingly.
It seemed luck was on his side. The Earth woman was injured, and Vegeta couldn't maintain her transformation. Two threats were gone, making the rest of the battle much easier for him.
"Even without transforming, I can still kill you!"
Vegeta's face was grim, but she coldly responded, her energy flaring once again.
"Vegeta, stop!"
In her current state, Vegeta couldn't possibly be a match for Frieza. Goku tried to stop her, but Vegeta had already charged forward again…
To Be Continued…
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