Hearing Rhode's words, a look of seriousness appeared on Vegito's confident face for the first time, because what the other party said was very true. Since he could silently take off his glove, he could defeat or even kill him without his knowledge. However, Vegito really didn't understand what had just happened, and didn't know how Rhode had done it.
Without explaining what he had just done to Vegito, Rhode continued, "Besides, you were born from a fusion using potara earrings. Against weak opponents, you can crush them at will, so it's naturally not a weakness. However, if your enemy is evenly matched with you, then the earrings are a fatal flaw!" Saying that, Rhode pointed to the potara earrings on his ears. In the Dragon Ball story, Vegito, after fusing with potara earrings, always thrashed his enemies, unless he lost due to his own recklessness, so the earrings were not a weakness at all. However, if the potara earrings fusion faced an evenly matched, or even slightly weaker enemy, then the final outcome would be hard to say. Moreover, the shattering of the potara earrings and the disappearance of the fused individual had indeed happened before. Although it wasn't caused by an enemy, it was a clear example.
"Also, when I saved Vegeta earlier, I used the ability to rewind time. So, if I just rewind the time on your body back to before the fusion, how would you fight me then?" As he spoke, Rhode brought up another disgusting method. Although the current Rhode could not rewind time for such a long duration, it would be possible in time.
Ignoring Vegito's strange expression, Rhode continued, "I possess a technique that specifically counters fusion, combination, and absorbing others' abilities!" The Forced Separation Technique specifically countered absorption, fusion, and combination. Although Vegito was born through the effect of the potara earrings, it could theoretically still work.
"That's already five methods!" Looking at Vegito, whose mouth was twitching and whose expression wasn't very good, Rhode smiled faintly and said, "Of course, although these methods can be effective and defeat you, they are all unorthodox and not honorable!"
Hearing Rhode's words, Vegito finally perked up. These methods were too disgusting. Was it finally time for an honorable fight? At this moment, Vegito's gaze towards Rhode was filled with fighting spirit.
Whoosh! Just then, Aira, who had left, returned and reappeared before the two of them. Aira had received a telepathic message from Rhode, and thus, teleported over.
"What is this?" Seeing Aira appear, Vegito instinctively felt uneasy, but he didn't attack, as the two in front of him were not enemies.
"I'm sorry to trouble you!" Seeing Aira appear, Rhode apologized to her and then placed his hand on her body. The next moment, as light burst forth, Aira disappeared from her original spot and merged with Rhode. No, to be more precise, Aira fused into Rhode's body, because at this moment, Rhode's figure, appearance, and even clothes had not changed at all. Rhode had used the elementary Forced Fusion Technique on Aira. The Forced Fusion Technique had been initially created long ago, and Rhode and Aira had even tried it before. However, this was the first time it was used in front of an outsider.
Yeah! After completely fusing with Aira, Rhode released his aura. As earth-shattering power erupted, Vegito's expression couldn't help but change. At this moment, Rhode, or more accurately, Rhode after fusing with Aira, his power was already almost on par with Mystic Vegito!
So strong! Feeling the power within him, even Rhode himself was filled with surprise. Rhode, who was at Tier 3, after fusing with Aira, who was almost at Tier 3, directly jumped two tiers, reaching Tier 5 in his base form alone! Moreover, he was a strong individual even within Tier 5.
"Isn't this a bit much?!" Facing Rhode, who had fused with Aira, Vegito was stunned and finally couldn't help but complain. His base form alone had already reached Tier 5, almost on par with his strongest power, not to mention the many transformations and power-boosting methods the other party possessed. How could he fight like this? At this moment, Vegito, who was originally full of fighting spirit, was instantly flustered by Rhode. What fun was there in a completely one-sided match?
"Don't worry!" Hearing Vegito's words, Rhode immediately understood that he was feeling defeated. Therefore, he smiled and comforted Vegito, then, without hesitation, he once again used the Forced Fusion Technique to separate Aira from his body.
Having just fused and then being separated, Aira's expression was not good. Seeing Aira's expression, Rhode quickly sent her a telepathic apology, along with some promises. Hearing the constant words in her ear, Aira's expression finally softened considerably.
"Thank you for your hard work!" As Rhode's words of appreciation fell, Aira didn't say much, turned and left without any hesitation.
"Alright, those methods earlier were to remind you that in the future, when facing enemies, never be reckless. If you can instantly kill them, then do so, otherwise, it's easy to get into trouble!" After demonstrating various methods, Rhode's gaze fell on Vegito, and he immediately reminded him, "As for the method just now, it was just for you to see. So, next, it's my turn to make a move. Are you ready?"
As he finished speaking, Rhode instantly transformed into Super Saiyan 4, and immediately used the Self-Evolution Technique with a tenfold amplification. But that wasn't all. Immediately after, he also used the fifty-times Kaio-ken on top of that, increasing his power amplification to five hundred times. With such power, Rhode was now already comparable to, or even slightly stronger than, Super Saiyan 3 Vegito, but still not as strong as Mystic Vegito. However, this was enough.
Although Rhode could use Kaio-ken up to over one hundred and fifty times in his base form, theoretically, the upper limit for Kaio-ken in Super Saiyan 4 state was even higher, but as the Kaio-ken multiplier increased, so did the demands on power control. A fifty-times Kaio-ken was enough for Rhode to exert his full strength. While higher multipliers could increase power, in situations where multiple techniques were stacked, one careless mistake could lead to a loss of control. Of course, even if his body went out of control, with his powerful recovery ability, it would basically have no impact on him; he would just need to recover for a bit. If he really had to go all out, he could continue to increase it, but at the moment, there was no need. Moreover, being slightly weaker than Mystic Vegito, but not too much weaker, was exactly what he wanted.
"Fight!" Instantly transforming into Super Saiyan 4, with the Self-Evolution Technique and Kaio-ken activated, Rhode immediately let out a soft shout.
Whoosh! With a soft shout, Rhode made the first move, flashing in front of Vegito and fiercely throwing a punch.
Bang! Facing Rhode's attack, Mystic Vegito raised his hand to block it, grinning with a hint of mockery on his face: "You can't defeat me with just this much force!"