On the Ginyu Force's side, they realized the enemy had swapped out a fighter.
After a quick discussion, they decided Burter would step in.
They had already lost the first match, so they couldn't afford another humiliation.
Burter, being the fastest of the group, was chosen to restore their reputation and give the Z Fighters a warning.
Burter smirked at Tien Shinhan and said arrogantly, "Now that I'm here, you're finished, kid."
Tien Shinhan stood firm, replying coldly, "You're bragging too early."
Burter clenched his fists. "Then I'll show you my real speed right now!"
Tien Shinhan dropped into a fighting stance, his aura suddenly flaring to life.
The Ginyu Force's scouters beeped wildly.
Burter's eyes widened. "What the—? Your power level just shot past 40,000… and it's still rising?!"
When the reading finally stopped, Captain Ginyu's face twisted in disbelief.
"Seventy thousand?! Damn it! This is serious. Everyone, be ready to move at once, or even I won't be able to handle this many strong opponents alone."
For the first time, the captain of the Ginyu Force was rattled.
A power level of 70,000—far beyond any of his men. It was no joke, and even he had to admit it.
Piccolo turned to the others. "Let's move too. They can't hold back much longer."
Krillin, Gohan, and the others nodded.
A chaotic melee broke out. Captain Ginyu faced Piccolo directly.
Ginyu's tone was serious now. "I underestimated you. Your strength is beyond my expectations. But don't forget, the victory will belong to the Ginyu Force."
Piccolo's arms stayed folded, his face calm. "You sound confident. But you've already lost without realizing it."
As long as Gohan and the others weren't in danger, Piccolo didn't mind toying with this arrogant captain.
Ginyu clenched his fists and unleashed his full power—120,000! The ground shook with his energy.
Piccolo raised an eyebrow. "So that's why you're so confident. Impressive… but you've made one mistake. You have no idea what my real strength is."
"What are you saying?" Ginyu demanded.
With his full strength unleashed, he felt unbeatable. Yet something about the Namekian still gave him a bad feeling.
Piccolo said coldly, "The power your scouter read earlier wasn't even close to my true strength."
"What?! A hundred thousand wasn't your real level? Don't insult me!" Ginyu barked, refusing to believe it.
But as his attacks landed against nothing, his fists only striking air, the truth began to sink in.
Piccolo wasn't even trying, and still, Ginyu couldn't touch him.
Ginyu's eyes widened—then suddenly, he laughed maniacally.
"Hahaha! Incredible! A Namekian with power greater than mine! Besides Lord Frieza, I never thought anyone could surpass me… but this is perfect!"
Though he was afraid, excitement filled his heart. Because Ginyu had one ultimate technique.
If he switched bodies with this Namekian, that unimaginable power would be his!
Piccolo frowned. "What's with that creepy laugh? If you're done stalling, I'll send you straight to hell."
Ginyu sneered. "I love your body. Your combat power must be at least 150,000… maybe even higher. And soon, it will be mine!"
"Take my body?" Piccolo raised an eyebrow, unimpressed.
He wasn't even fighting seriously. So far, he had only been using about one-tenth of his true strength.
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