Chapter 463 - 463: A True Showdown
BOOM!!!
Flames surged into the sky as a deafening explosion erupted on the arena.
However, the energy waves that Gokumi and Vegea had launched—which should've ended the battle—had failed to take down Son Goku and Vegeta.
As the shockwave rolled across the stage, Goku and Vegeta reappeared once more!
The two enormous light pillars slowly faded away.
Goku was now shrouded in a silver-white glow, his entire body radiating intense heat.
Although Vegeta still appeared to be in his Super Saiyan Blue form, the aura around him, along with his pupils, hair, and eyebrows, had all turned a much deeper shade of blue.
His aura and presence were entirely different from before.
"Wh-What just happened?!"
"Ultra Instinct—Goku is using Ultra Instinct again!"
"Amazing! And not just Goku-san—even Vegeta-san's energy has suddenly expanded! Just a moment ago, they could barely move!"
This sudden development left everyone in complete shock.
Krillin, Shin the Supreme Kai, and others cried out in disbelief.
"That damn guy Son Goku—he always has to make us worry like this."
"Thank goodness… Dad, Vegeta-san…"
"Those two…!"
Beside them, Piccolo's lips curled into a faint smile, while Gohan let out a long sigh and slumped back into his seat.
Even Beerus, despite maintaining his usual sharp tongue, clearly showed visible excitement.
Who would've thought that at the very last moment, Goku and Vegeta would erupt again with such power?!
"Well, well… As expected of Goku-san and Vegeta-san."
"For even a miracle like this to occur… It seems this battle won't be ending just yet."
"It is Goku and that Vegeta after all. I knew they'd pull through. Hohoho…"
Staff in hand, Whis beamed with a smile.
On the other side, Master Roshi stroked his beard and chuckled softly as well.
But compared to the excitement and enthusiasm of Universe 7, the other universes' fighters and gods appeared much calmer—
"So it's like this again, huh? I figured as much."
"A desperate eruption in the face of despair—those Saiyans really excel at this sort of thing."
"What a terrifying race… I should be shocked by now, but honestly, I'm kind of used to it."
"Son Goku and Vegeta—both broke through their limits under extreme circumstances and displayed astonishing power.
The real question is whether they can stand against the might of Universe 13."
"Probably not… Universe 13 still has that monster.
But facing just those two women—Son Gokumi and Vegea—they might stand a chance."
"Regardless, the upcoming battles should be worth watching."
Chattering among themselves, all eyes in the spectator stands were firmly locked onto Goku and company standing on the arena stage.
"Tch. What a pair of annoying bastards…
Would it have killed them to just lose already?!"
Atop the Pillar of Time, Super 18 scowled, clearly irritated as she watched Goku and Vegeta erupt in the face of defeat.
"Well, doesn't that make it all the more interesting?"
"Look—Gokumi and Vegea look genuinely thrilled."
Smiling faintly, Yuujin spoke calmly.
To him, Goku and Vegeta's desperate resurgence was neither surprising nor unexpected.
In fact, if they had been taken out so easily by Gokumi and Vegea, that would've disappointed him.
Up until now, Gokumi and Vegea had been dominating Goku and Vegeta in one-sided fashion.
But with the power and aura they were displaying now—surely they could finally engage in a true showdown with Gokumi and Vegea!
—The scene cuts back to the battlefield—
"Amazing, Goku!"
"This is your Ultra Instinct, right?
The one you used during your fight with Jiren?"
Feeling Goku's presence—calm yet terrifying beyond belief—Gokumi's face lit up with excitement.
"Yeah, this is Ultra Instinct."
"With Grandpa's guidance, I finally managed to re-enter this realm."
Goku clenched his fists as he spoke.
Right now, Goku felt an unprecedented calmness.
His body's senses and perceptions were sharper than ever before.
It was a strange and profound feeling—much clearer than the first time he had accessed Ultra Instinct during his battle with Jiren.
"Woman, sorry to keep you waiting!"
On the other side, Vegeta clenched his fists and sneered coldly at Vegea.
"And what's this supposed to be?"
Vegea raised an eyebrow as she questioned him.
Though she couldn't sense his energy directly, Vegea knew this guy had grown stronger for some reason.
Even her instincts were screaming that Vegeta was now extremely dangerous!
"No idea!"
"This is the power I gained after pushing beyond Super Saiyan Blue.
Let's just call it 'Super Saiyan Blue—Evolved'!"
Vegeta declared irresponsibly.
Truth be told, even he wasn't entirely sure what had happened.
He had simply focused on erupting with all his strength, pushing past his own limits—and somehow, he transformed into this.
Vegea's mouth twitched, and her expression darkened instantly.
I get a "Super Saiyan 4—Burst," and you just HAD to one-up me with "Super Saiyan Blue—Evolved"?
You're clearly doing this to piss me off.
She really couldn't stand this guy!
"Woman, let's continue our battle."
"This time—I won't lose to you again!"
Feeling the power coursing through his body, Vegeta radiated confidence.
No one understood better than him just how powerful he had become.
This strength now vastly surpassed his previous self!
"Hmph. Anyone can talk big."
"Try beating me first—then we'll talk."
With a cold snort, Vegea scoffed at him.
So what if you got new power? You think you're invincible now?
I beat you once before, and I can do it again!
"Then let's begin!"
There was no need for more words—neither of them was the type to waste breath.
Exploding with energy, both Vegea and Vegeta lunged at each other.
BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!
The battle resumed with thunderous force.
This time, things were clearly different.
Vegeta was no longer being overwhelmed by Vegea.
Now, he could fight back evenly—and the two clashed as equals!
His confidence surging, Vegeta laughed aloud as his attacks grew fiercer.
They shot from the ground into the air, their battle shaking the heavens and darkening the skies.
"There's not much time left. Gokumi, let's get started too—let's continue our fight."
On the other side, Son Goku addressed Gokumi.
"Alright! I'm starting too!"
Beaming with excitement, Gokumi nodded.
Her aura exploded as she shot toward Son Goku.
Son Gokumi vs. Son Goku,
Vegea vs. Vegeta.
At last—the true showdown… begins!
To be continued…