Super 17, You're Just a Punching Bag

Seeing a barrage of energy blasts heading his way, Super 17 did not panic in the slightest. Instead, a smile emerged on his face as he spread his arms wide, allowing the projectiles to strike him.

"Boom!"

Countless energy blasts slammed directly into Super 17, yet they did not detonate upon impact.

Instead, after striking him, they were absorbed directly into his body. Almost simultaneously, the muscles in Super 17's chest, arms, and thighs began to swell.

Every time an energy wave hit him, his muscles expanded and his aura grew stronger. While Androids cannot be sensed when they aren't fighting, once combat begins, their presence becomes palpable.

At this moment, Super 17's combat power had truly surpassed Vegeta's.

His power level stood at 270 trillion, while Vegeta's had already plummeted to under 200 trillion.

"Huff, huff."

"Damn it!"

Vegeta was drenched in sweat, his expression grim as he glared at Super 17.

"Vegeta, it's my turn now!"

Super 17 said with a wicked grin before transforming into a streak of black light and charging instantly at Vegeta.

Seeing Super 17 rushing toward him, Vegeta gritted his teeth and charged back.

"Boom!"

Countless figures flickered rapidly across the sky until a thunderous crash echoed out; Vegeta's body plummeted, slamming into the ground and creating a massive crater.

Huff, huff, huff...

At this moment, Vegeta had regressed from Super Saiyan 4 to Super Saiyan 3, his aura instantly weakening dozens of times over.

"Haha!"

Super 17 descended slowly from the sky, looking down at Vegeta with a mocking, wicked smile. "Back to the gold hair, I see. It seems only Son Goku will be able to trade a few blows with me."

Super 17 tossed his hair and continued, "The people of Earth are all trash. Once I finish cleaning up this planet, I can begin preparations to conquer the entire galaxy."

"Damn you!"

Vegeta's face was twisted in frustration as he suddenly turned his head toward Lei Chen in the distance.

"Hey, Lei Chen! Toss me a Senzu Bean, quickly!"

Lei Chen was stunned; he hadn't expected Vegeta to think of asking him for a Senzu Bean.

Just as Lei Chen prepared to throw one over, a sudden "Boom" rang out as Super 17 kicked Vegeta, sending him flying.

"Trying to eat a Senzu Bean!"

"Did you ask me for permission?"

Super 17 sneered. Possessing the memories of the original Android 17, he was well aware of the Saiyan physiology and the heaven-defying properties of Senzu Beans.

If Vegeta were allowed to eat one, his energy would undoubtedly increase. While he didn't fear it, he found it troublesome.

With that thought, Super 17 casually flicked an energy blast toward Lei Chen, Son Gohan, and the others.

"What!"

Son Gohan and the others were shocked; they hadn't expected Super 17 to suddenly attack them.

If that energy blast landed on them, they would likely be left half-dead, if not killed outright.

However, upon seeing Lei Chen nearby, their expressions returned to normal. While they weren't entirely sure of the extent of Lei Chen's power, they knew he was at least on par with Vegeta, if not slightly stronger.

After all, it was thanks to his help that Vegeta had been able to transform into a Super Saiyan 4.

Although Lei Chen didn't know what was going through their minds, he saw Super 17 suddenly launch an energy blast at him.

Lei Chen's expression shifted, and he thought angrily, You're courting death!

He had originally intended to just watch the show. He feared that because the plot had changed—with Vegeta transforming into Super Saiyan 4 early—his aggressive assault would cause Super 17's power to skyrocket, potentially leading to Son Goku's death.

While Lei Chen had considered intervening, he hadn't planned to do so until after Son Goku had been defeated by Super 17.

The terrifying energy blast tore through the sky, heading straight for Lei Chen.

Watching the energy sphere, which spanned over a hundred meters, Lei Chen's expression remained unchanged.

"Whoosh!"

As the blast drew closer, the gale it kicked up whipped the hair of Son Gohan and the others.

"Hahaha!"

"Have these guys given up? They haven't even turned gold. Then again, they must realize that even with gold hair, they couldn't withstand my attack!"

Super 17 sneered.

Just as the energy blast was about to strike him, Lei Chen's eyes turned icy. With a casual flick of his hand, he swatted the energy blast right back at Super 17.

"Shoo!"

The energy blast returned to Super 17 even faster than it had arrived.

To swat an energy blast back at Super 17 with such a casual gesture—that was something even a Super Saiyan 3 Vegeta couldn't have accomplished!

The energy blast reversed course at high speed, targeting Super 17 directly.

"This... how is this possible?"

Seeing this, Super 17's pupils dilated, his composure shaken.

The energy blast struck Super 17's body and vanished in an instant.

Suddenly, Super 17 began to laugh.

"Whoosh!"

The next moment, Super 17 appeared instantly before Lei Chen, hovering in mid-air as he looked at him with keen interest.

"It seems you are far more formidable than Vegeta. You have the qualifications to be my opponent."

His gaze was filled with contempt. In his eyes, Lei Chen was at most slightly stronger than Vegeta, and with his own infinite energy and a body capable of absorbing attacks, Lei Chen could never be his match. On the contrary, the stronger Lei Chen was, the happier he became.

"You're right, I am far more formidable than Vegeta. You say I have the qualifications to be your opponent, but you don't have the qualifications to be mine. You're nothing but a punching bag!"

Lei Chen's words left Super 17 speechless, yet he did not grow angry.

Instead, he began to roar with laughter.

"Hahaha!"

"Calling me, Super 17, a punching bag? That is truly the joke of the century!"

"As expected, all Saiyans share the same nature as Vegeta—arrogant and conceited!"

"I admit you have some strength, but we shall soon see who the real punching bag is!"

Super 17's eyes were filled with disdain.

He then raised his right palm, his gaze turning cold, and fired an energy blast directly at Lei Chen.

"Whoosh!"

The red and black energy blast streaked toward Lei Ge.

"Snap!"

A golden light erupted from Lei Chen's body. His hair turned red, growing down to his back with locks draping over his shoulders.

His body was covered in red fur, and he wore red trousers over black casual pants.

His power surged to 480 trillion.

Instantly transforming into Super Saiyan 4 God, Lei Chen swatted the blast away with a casual flick of his hand.

In the distance.

"Boom!"

The energy blast detonated on impact, filling the air with smoke as the ground shook and debris flew in every direction.

"Bang!"

Super 17's fist slammed directly toward Lei Chen.