Disclaimer: I'm just borrowing some personalities. I don't own them.

Author's Notes: I would love to hear what you think. I wasn't quite sure what people thought of my stuff last time. I'm giving it a second try.

Unexpected: Chapter One

Things That Go Bump in the Night

Bulma sat by the phone waiting for anyone to call. Today was her 18th and it was almost 2 pm.

'Has everyone forgotten?' Bulma thought, a tear forming in her bright blue eyes. Just then, the phone rang, causing Bulma to rocket sky high out of her chair. She stared at the phone when it rang a second time.

"Hello?" said Bulma, trying to keep her level of excitement down.

"Hey Bulma." The other replied. "How are you?"

"Hi Chichi! I'm good. You?" said Bulma.

"I'm good. Gokou is being his normal self and left off training early this morning. I am stuck all by myself." Chichi stated.

"That sucks!" replied Bulma. "I haven't seen Yamcha either. So what are you up to?"

"I am trying to bake something. I think I'll give up though. After burning the 3rd batch of cookies I was ready to give up." Chichi replied. You could hear the clang of dishes and Bulma laughed. (A/N: I know Chichi is supposed to be good at cooking… but I decided that she wasn't so good at baking.)

"Having fun?" Bulma asked.

"Sure… Hey, do you want to go to the mall today? I desperately need new shoes and maybe a shirt." Chichi asked.

Bulma thought about the fact that today was her birthday.

"Ummm…"

"Please…" Chichi whined.

"Sure. Why not. It isn't like today is any more special than yesterday!"

"Hmmm… Nope… I guess it isn't!" said Chichi, not noticing that she just hurt her friend deeply. "Where should we meet? How about in our usual spot in… 10 minutes?"

"Sure Chichi. Sounds good. I have to go now, if I want to make it there though." Bulma stated.

"Ya!" Chichi laughed. "I'll see you there!"

"For sure." Said Bulma. "See you in a bit. Bye!"

"Bye!" replied Chichi. Bulma hung up the phone and sighed.

'If anyone would have remembered my birthday, it would have been Chichi.' She thought. 'Now I know no one will remember!' Bulma grabbed some money and her keys and left.

Bulma and Chichi had a great day. They shopped everywhere. Bulma even found something she liked. It was a baby blue dress with spaghetti straps at the back tying up the dress, and holding it up. The blue matched her hair and eyes perfectly. She even found matching shoes.

They talked about everything from their love life, to the new stores in the mall.

Bulma had been going out with Yamcha for 2 years and they had a tight relationship. Her and Yamcha met in search of the last DragonBall and fell in love instantly.

Chichi had been dating Gokou for 5 years. Chichi sometimes talked about some kind of bond with Gokou. She said she could sense him near her and sometimes even her him talking, as if he were right beside her. Bulma longed for this kind of relationship, but never let Chichi know her jealousy.

"So Bulma, do you want to come over to my place for a bit? We can chat over some coffee." Asked Chichi.

"Well, I need to work on that Gravity Room. I have been postponing it forever. It is almost done. Gokou can test it out." Said Bulma, covering for the fact that she was still upset with everyone for forgetting her birthday. Chichi should see that she was upset.

"Bulma, what's the matter. I know something it wrong. What is it?" said Chichi very motherly.

"Oh nothing. I guess I could postpone it a little longer and have a chat at your place. I guess we should go then." Said Bulma, trying to cover her sadness up.

"Ok then!" Said Chichi happily. "Let's go!" They headed out of the mall, and towards Chichi's.

Meanwhile…

"Where are they!" Krillin asked with agitation.

Gokou looked at his friend. "Calm down Krillin. They are girls and they did go to the mall. They are going to take some time." Gokou said, in an attempt to calm down his overly hungry friend.

"I agree with Krillin on this one." Said Yamcha butting in. "I don't think they should be taking this long! I am soooo hungry!"

"I know how you feel Yamcha!" Said Gokou. "I have strict orders from Chichi and if we want to remain alive, we have to wait."

"Awww…" whined Yamcha.

"They're coming!" yelled Puar.

Everyone ran around yelling, making an attempt to find a hiding spot.

"Shhh…" whispered Gokou. "Everyone be quiet! Everyone find a spot. Lights out!" He said to everyone. "I really hope this works." He said to himself. "Chichi will kill me if it doesn't."

Everyone waited. The suspense was deadly. They heard the steps creak as Chichi and Bulma came up them. They all heard Chichi unlock the door. The door slowly opened.

"Surprise!" yelled everyone. The lights went on to show the beautifully decorated room. Streamers were thrown and horns blew. The room suddenly went silent. They all looked at Bulma, who was now on the floor crying.

"Bulma?" Said Yamcha, worried.

Bulma looked up. Between sobs she was able to make out "You guys… (sniffle)… did this… all for me?"

Chichi looked down at her friend. "Of course Bulma. We would never forget your birthday. Happy Birthday Bulma!" Said Chichi, especially pleased that Bulma showed so much emotion.

Bulma stood up and walked over to Yamcha. "Thank you so much! I thought everyone forgot." Bulma had stopped crying and instead put on a huge smile. She looked around. "Where's the food?"

"We were waiting for you to say that, let's eat!" Said Yamcha, giving Bulma a hug and leading her towards the food.

The rest of the night was one giant celebration. Bulma was so exhausted from partying by the time she was ready to go. She was exhausted but very happy. She said her thank-you's and left.

Bulma began her walk home. She turned back and looked at the place that made her so happy that night. She turned around and walked into something that felt very much like a wall. She tried to regain her senses. In doing so she found a pair of deep obsidian eyes. Her eyes locked on these dark, mysterious eyes. This stranger looked deep into her bright blue eyes. They must have sat there for half a minute when something caught Bulma off guard.

"Woman. Where is Kakarrot?" the stranger said.

"Kakarrot? Who is Kakarrot? And who are you?" said Bulma, not intimidated at all.

"Kakarrot is the third class saiya-jin warrior that was sent here to destroy earth. As for me, I am Vegeta, Prince of saiya-jin's. Now tell me where Kakarrot is or I'll blow you and this planet to nothing!" Vegeta yelled.

'How is it possible that we can stare into each others eyes for so long, yet have him turn it around and be an ass!' Bulma thought.

"I remember Gokou saying something about blowing up earth and saiya-jin's. Maybe he can help you. He's over there." Bulma pointed toward the place she just came from.

'What am I doing! What if he blows up Gokou… or the whole world? He doesn't seem like he is someone to mess with.' As Bulma thought about this, Vegeta walked off towards the house.

Bulma followed, at a safe distance. 'What is he going to do? Is he going to blow up Gokou or Earth? Is he here to challenge Gokou? I know Gokou is strong, but what if he isn't strong enough?' Thoughts like this traveled over and over in her head.

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