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Forbidden Love
Pinkrose note: This is the first of the Destine Mates Series. Goten/Trunks 17/19. Give it a honest read, then review and let me know what you think.
******On with the story******
It is said that all Saiyan of Planet Vegeta are born with soul mates. When the Saiyan comes into their Inheritance at the age of seventeen they automatically know the identity of there mate. If by chance the Saiyan had never meet there mate, then they know there smell. When a Saiyan finds his or her mate they will do anything to keep them safe and to stay by their sides.
All Saiyans mates are very possessive of one another, but the dominate mate is by far the most possessive of the pair. The dominate won't tolerate someone trying to hurt or take their mate away.
In order for destine Saiyan mates to bond, they must experience and complete the Three Bonds. The bond of trust, the mind, and the physical bond. When these bonds are finished, the only way to part Saiyan mates is through death-but it is said that even death can not keep mates from one another.
Saiyan mates are not meant to be kept apart, for no reason, not even class and level restriction. Because living without one's mate is said to be extremely painful and can lead to insanity.
Prince Trunks flexed his fingers hoping to get rid of the feeling of physical pain he was experiencing. He had been told that being close to one's mate and being unable to touch said mate was very painful. Today was his mate seventeenth birthday, and at midnight that night everything was going to change.
When Goten looked his way, he forced himself to smile. Today was his birthday after all, and Trunks knew he hadn't been a good friend lately. He was trying to be a good mate instead. Two years ago when he came into his inheritance and learned that fifteen year old Goten was his mate, staying away had been the hardest thing he ever done.
"You keep staring at Goten son. You promise me you would look out for your mate today." Queen Bulma grabbed Trunks hand and squeezed. "It's been two years since your Inheritance son and I worry."
Trunks smiled. "Would you like to dance Mother?"
"Trunks-"
"I know you're worried Mother. But I can care for myself, and my mate will come when it's time. So please, let's dance. I don't won't to spoil my best friends party."
Bulma sighed. "You're right. An there is no need to let this beautiful dress go to waste. So, yes, I would love to dance." Trunks swept his Mother onto the dance floor and they danced until his father step in.
"Father." Trunks nodded, handing his Mother to her mate. "Take good care of my Mother."
The King smirked, pulling his mate close. "That's something you don't have to tell me son."
The Prince smiled and left the dance floor. He stood next to the refreshment table, waiting for Goten to come to him. His mate didn't know they were mates, but they were still best friends. An he hadn't even told the birthday boy happy birthday.
"Hey Trunks."
"Having fun Goten?"
"Yeah, our Bulma knows how to throw a great party. But I can't wait for it to be over, to many people wishing me a happy birthday." Goten looked at Trunks pointy. He was getting anxious Trunks hadn't said anything to him about his big day.
"You are like a son to her. She loves you, and would do anything to make you happy. Did you want something Goten?"
Goten looked away trying unsuccessfully to keep the hurt from showing in his eyes. What did he care about all these Saiyan wishing him luck with his mate, and a happy birthday, when his best friend didn't acknowledge it?
"It's nothing Trunks."
The Saiyan Prince smiled at his silly little mate. He wrap his arm around Goten shoulders-in a brotherly matter-finally getting the contact he craved. "Happy Birthday Goten, and don't freak out when you learn who your mate is."
"Thank you Trunks." Goten beamed, smiling that smile that only the Son-family seem to have.
"No problem, go on and enjoy your party." Letting go was always the hardest thing to do. But Trunks was comforted with the thought of tonight. Goten.
*****Trunks loves Goten*****
Later that night Trunks changed into a muscle shirt and black pants. Anticipation was making his blood boil. Two years of quiet suffering, two years of pretending like nothing had change. Two years of pain, and ignoring his parents worried and sometimes irate looks. Everything was going to change tonight.
"Are you nervous, brother." Bra was sitting on her brothers bed, and she had watched him pace back and forwards, sit down only to get up and pace again.
"I can't help this feeling Bra. Saiyan mates are nothing new. But two Saiyan males together isn't exactly normal sister."
"I know, but Goten is your mate. He is going to need you to be strong for him. Even though these two years haven't been easy for you, you've had time to get use to your best friend being your mate."
Trunks turned to watch his sister intently. "Are you okay, Bra?"
Bra rolled her eyes. "I'm fine, big brother. My crush on Goten was nothing compared to what you feel for him. I would never, nor could I, stand in your way of being happy. I love you brother. An when I turn seventeen I will fine happiness as well."
Trunks smiled. "Thank you, Bra. I'm so glad to have you in my corner, I have a feeling that me and Goten will need all the support we can get."
Bra stood and hugged her brother. "Well maybe one day you can return the favor. Now you should leave it's just about time."
Trunks kissed his sister forehead and left.
****Trunks loves Goten****
Goten stretched out on his bed in the Palace. His parents had wanted him to come to the house tonight. But leaving had seemed wrong and Goten had convinced them to let him stay. It was almost time. He would come into his inheritance any moment, and finally know who he was destine to be with forever.
Forever was a long time and the thought of being with the same Saiyan forever weighted heavily on his mind. He was worried about there futures. Would he even like his mate?
Goten turned to his side watching the moon. His mate wasn't the only thing he was worried about. Trunks, his best friend, the Saiyan Prince, and the Saiyan he loved more than anything was acting strange around him. They hardly ever trained together anymore, and he hadn't been inside Trunks's room in just about a year. An the way his friend would look at him, with such a desperate need in his eyes, scared him sometimes.
Goten inched his way to the side of the bed. Normally when he couldn't sleep his best friend was always there for him. Sometimes they even sleep in the same bed together, but those nights were rare because Trunks had look like it physically pain him for them to be so close together.
He watched the moon as it etched it way to it's highest point. It was time. He could feel the change coming on. Although no pain ever came with a Saiyan Inheritance, Goten struggled to stay upright. His body felt like it was weighted down with metal, and he was so tired. Giving up the fight he collapsed on his bed, knowing the next time he opened his eyes he would know who his mate was.
Trunks opened the door to Goten room then closed it softly. He made his way over to the bed and sat down. He knew what the exhaustion of the Inheritance was like, but he was impatient.
"Hurry and open your eyes Goten." Trunks murmured, letting his fingers glide through Goten shoulder length and slightly spiky hair. "I've waited so long for this night. All I ask is that you give us a chance."
Goten groaned, turning his face towards Trunks hand, but didn't wake up. Trunks smiled. "I'll wait for you Goten, but don't kept me waiting all night."
His lips were hovering above his mate's when Goten opened his eyes. "Finally awake I see."
"Trunks it's you-my mate." Trunks kissed him, then ran his lip down the side of his neck. He pressed himself against Goten body waiting for him to wake up completely. He leaned his head down on Goten shoulder and let himself enjoy the feeling of his mate's fingers gliding through his hair. He would enjoy this moment for as long as he could, because the second Goten fully comprehended what was going on everything would change.
After several long minutes of this Trunks lifted his lips to Goten's neck. He began slowly kissing his way across Goten's shoulder as the little saiyan clung to his back. Goten whimpered and pulled Trunks up, pressing his lips against his mate.
Then he tensed and Trunks pulled away. "Are you alright?" he asked, looking into the clearly focused eyes of his mate. Goten didn't answer, but he did push him away.
"Goten-"
"No, just back up a little Trunks. I-I can't-"
Trunks pulled away slowly, he knew this was coming but that didn't lessen the pain. He knelt beside the bed clutching his hands together. "What do you want me to do, say. Goten."
Goten sat up in the bed, avoiding Trunks eyes. "I don't understand this. Why is this happening?"
"What's there to understand? We are mates- destine to be by each other sides forever."
"This shouldn't be happening Trunks! You're my best friend, okay, you're not suppose to be my mate! What's worst you're the Saiyan Prince, a male. How can you expect us to be m-mates." There was angry in Goten voice, he couldn't help it. "This just isn't possible."
Trunks stood and walk to the wall and slide down it. "Oh, Goten don't do this to me. I've waited two years for you. Do you have any idea of the pain I've went through when I was to far from you?"
"Trunks, please-"
"I will do my best to make you happy. I will never knowingly hurt you, and I will destroy anyone who causes you pain. I love you, so much." Trunks started, head bowed hiding tears. "You're my best friend and I have loved you since we were children. Now that you're my mate, I will love you forever." The silence in the room was deadening and Trunks heart clenched in pain every second it lasted.
He flinched when he felt Goten hands cup his face. "I'm sorry, Trunks. I know you understand the shook I'm experiencing. When you woke that night, and knew I was your mate…what did feel?"
Trunks clasped the hand cupping his face. "I was shocked at first, but I couldn't say I didn't expect it. We've been together for so long, and I could never imagine being with someone other than you. Goten, please, don't seen me away. We're mates give us a chance."
Goten sat back on his knees, kneeling in front of his mate. He knew Trunks was the dominate in their relationship, and he was the submissive. But at this moment he had the power to strengthen there relationship or destroy it.
With out another thought he opened his arms and Trunks smiled before leaning into them. "I don't ever want to see you with tears on your face again. It's not right."
"Now that I have you, Goten …what reason do I have to cry?"
"Come on, let's get in the bed." As they settled in the bed, Goten laid his head on Trunks chest and sighed. "I won't push you away Trunks, just give me some time."
'Just let me stay close to you, darling. An I will give you all the time you need.'
"What-"
'Don't be surprise Goten. We already Trust each other. So forming the second part of the Three Bonds, so fast, shouldn't be to surprising.'
'Your right. I want you to know that I-I love you Trunks. An I'm sorry if I hurt you.'
'I love you, too. Nothing will ever change that.'
They held each other the entire night. The next day Trunks woke first and eased himself out of Goten bed, hoping he didn't wake his mate.
"Where are you going Trunks." Well that didn't work. He leaned down and placed a gently kiss on his adorable mate pouting lips.
"I am not adorable Trunks."
"Yes you are." Trunks chuckled. " But only to me. I'm going to head back to my room, okay."
Goten wrapped his arms around Trunks neck, pulling him down for another lingering kiss. "Kay."
When he left, Goten snuggled onto the pillow Trunks slept on and went back to sleep. Dreaming about his mate and trying not to think about what there family was going to say. He knew telling there family would hard, but as long as they stayed together nothing would tear them apart.
******Trunks/Goten*******
Pink rose note: As I said in my profile all the stories will be stand alone. But reading them in the order they are published is recommended, and will probably be more enjoyable to you guys. So drop me a review, and tell me what you think. I know not as angst as the summary would suggest, huh.
P.s. if you haven't notice Escape is complete.