Piccolo said to them, "We might not all be killed, as that boy said. In fact, the time when Chen falls ill has already changed. It's probably because of that boy—the timeline has shifted in subtle ways."
But Krillin still wasn't reassured. "Even if history has changed, those guys are still terrifying." Krillin's concern was already moot. No. 19 said, "No. 20, leave Vegeta to me."
No. 20 was just as exasperated with him. "Hmph. You insatiable fool. You've already absorbed a lot of energy from Chen, and your strength has increased considerably. Fine, have it your way. In exchange, I'll take the other four."
Hearing No. 19's words, No. 19 was delighted. He turned and moved to attack Vegeta, spreading his hands, ready to absorb his energy.
Though Vegeta had previously been no match for Chen, he had always been a strategist. Vegeta was the kind of man who combined courage with cunning.
Vegeta watched No. 19's movements and said, "From what you've done so far, it's clear you're not as powerful as the rumors claim. You can absorb energy through your palms, so all I have to do is be careful."
Vegeta had seen everything clearly. No. 19 heard him and said, "You've been watching us, but you overlooked something important. Vegeta, I know your strength inside and out."
No. 19 confidently touched his scouter, but Vegeta wasn't convinced. "Is that so? But you seemed pretty surprised when Chen turned into a Super Saiyan!"
"That means you're only estimating our current strength based on the data you had on Frieza. A Saiyan's power can't be understood through calculations alone. I wonder—can androids feel fear?"
Veins bulged on Vegeta's forehead as his muscles swelled. The entire area began to tremble, and all the rubble lifted into the air. Vegeta's