But at that critical moment, Madara Uchiha hurriedly adjusted the Chakra within his body. Just as the thrown Rasengan was about to explode, he forcibly withdrew the terrifying power contained within it.
Bang!
The Rasengan still exploded with a muffled boom, leaving everyone dumbfounded.
The Rasengan burst like a bubble before Son Goku. Aside from splashing out some mist and vapor, no overwhelming force swept forth, leaving Son Goku completely unharmed.
"Th-this..." Son Goku stared blankly at Madara Uchiha. Seeing the sly smile on his face, he did not know what to do.
It was not just Son Goku. Everyone present wore bewildered expressions. They had clearly sensed the terrifying power radiating from that Rasengan. Just when they had all believed Son Goku was finished, the situation had reversed in the blink of an eye.
Ginyu, who had cleverly swapped bodies to save his life and was now inhabiting a bird, was instantly dumbfounded and utterly bewildered.
After standing stunned for a long while, everyone finally came to their senses. Madara Uchiha had not attacked to take "Son Goku's" life. He had merely wanted to frighten Ginyu into realizing the difficulty of the situation and leaving Son Goku's body.
"Sorry, I may have scared you just now, but it's all right now," Madara Uchiha said calmly as he looked at the real Son Goku.
"Yeah, I don't know what happened, but my instincts tell me I should thank you!"
The simple-minded Son Goku said this with a smile, then broke free from the rock restraining him and quickly rushed to Gohan. Father and son reunited and embraced happily.
Afterward, Madara Uchiha turned his attention to the bird he held in his hand, his expression indifferent.
The moment the bird noticed Madara Uchiha's hostile gaze, it began trembling violently in terror,