Chapter one
A/N: This is going to be a dark/serious/actionish/ story. I don't know if I want to do a pairing on it. It depends on how it goes. For those reading In A Strange World. I will have a chapter six posted out by the end of the week. This story has nothing to do with In A Strange World either. It is completely different. This is going to take place when Gohan goes to highschool. It's AU so some characters will be OC like Gohan. In this world he is a serious/shy/little oblivious character and he won't magically come out of it because he fell in love. Anyways, I present chapter one! Enjoy
I do not own anything affiliated with the series!
It was not like any other days, where the sun would be shinning through the windows to wake up a sleeping demi saiyan. No, it was a cloudy day, with rain splashing on the glass. It wasn't a heavy rain though. It was soft, making rhythm-less beats. Other than the rain soft steps could be heard outside of the halls.
She was a busy woman but she took time in the morning to wake up her god son daily. This was an ordinary day for her, however it was different. Her god son, Gohan will be starting high school today. She was nervous for him, but she knew that her sickly friend would want him to have friends his own age.
It wasn't always like this. She remembered when he was a happy boy. That changed seven years ago. After the defeat of Cell, he didn't celebrate. His dad was dead. All he wanted to do was go home. He knew that going to the look out to revive him would be useless. Something told him that his dad wanted to stay behind. Who could blame Goku? He was always thinking of others. On that very day, Bulma watched a happy boy, turn into a depressed boy. He rushed off from the look out that day and began training.
He trained for hours, and barely came home. It was his new routine. Wake up, eat, study in the moring, then train until he was ready for bed. It soon changed. He came home one night to find his mother collapsed. He didn't know what to do. He noticed a small bump. He never noticed that his mother was pregnant. He never sensed the ki inside of her. At this point he left to the only person he could of. He went and saw Bulma.
Gohan was devastated to say the least. His mother was bed bound. She had tubes inserted through her nose and a tube down her throat to keep her breathing. Bulma was monitoring the baby and found that it was perfectly fine. However, something was off. The child was developed but not ready to come out. She watched as this child suck the life from Chi Chi and knew she had to extract it.
Hours past and Gohan sat there. Wondering why this is happening to his mother. He didn't know what he would do if he lost her. He already lost his father. He couldn't lose his mother. Gohan cried. He cried for the first time. He didn't cry when his father died. This was his mother though. Life was cruel to Gohan,
Bulma contemplated on how to get this kid out of her and keep her alive and the child alive. She knew the child would not make it out if she took him out now but any longer Chi Chi would die. She remembered her husband saying Saiyan children were born but put into the long cylinder shape tubes filled with their parents DNA liquid. She didn't know where she could find Goku's DNA seeing as he was dead. She had no choice but to extract blood Vegeta seeing as he was a full blooded saiyan and she then extracted blood from the unconscious Chi Chi. It didn't take her long to make the formula and the liquid for the tubes. She then looked at the sleeping Chi Chi and began operating on her best friend to take the kid out of her.
That was seven years ago. Bulma looking down at her coffee mug got up and went into a white room and looked at her best friend Chi Chi. She was alive but bed ridden. Strapped to breathing tubes to keep her alive. She would wake up every now and then to eat but she would find herself falling back asleep shortly after. Bulma noticed that her friend was still asleep and left to go check on her son. She found him putting on his training clothes along with Chi Chi's youngest Goten putting on his clothes as well. He was the splitting image of her deceased friend Goku. He reminded her of the adventures that brought them together. He was an easy going kid as well. A little demon with an arrogant attitude, but carefree and loving. She smiled at her two boys and decided it was time to get Gohan going for the day as well.
She found him sitting on his bed tying his shoes. She took note that Gohan dressed nicely for his first day. Wearing a long baggy black shirt and a pair of white jeans. He put on a black pair of shoes. He gave Bulma a weak smile and set off to do his morning routine. On a normal day he would wake up, put on his gi, eat, go see his mother, grab Goten and leave to train until the sun was getting close to setting. He would then come back, eat, work on his studies then get to bed. This time it was different though. He got up to see his mother.
She was sick, that she knew of. She wanted to be better, to hold Goten, to go home, just be part of a family, but she knew she couldn't. She was awake waiting for her oldest to walk in to see her. It was the highlights of her days. Other than her youngest coming in to read to her. She was proud that Gohan kept Goten's nose in a book. It made her happy though. She saw her son come in with a small sympathetic smile on his face. Well if she could see his face.
"Gohan. You should really cut that hair of yours." Chi Chi said softly.
Gohan took notice of his hair and realized that he hasn't cut it since his mom was bed ridden. It was down past his shoulders, and covering his face "No thanks mom. I'm not cutting it until your well enough to cut it." Gohan replied.
"I can't see my boy's beautiful face." She said brushing some of his hair back to look at him.
Gohan smiled at his mother's touch. It was something that kept him going. He was depressed that his mother was like this. He blamed himself for being gone for so long. His mother didn't blame him though. She blamed that she didn't know much about the Saiyan race and didn't know that Goten would fall into the category of being in a tube. She gave birth to Gohan like a human but Goten had to be different. She was a blessed woman though. Even if her husband chose to stay dead, she had her two boys that kept her going. That was her determination to live. To live for them so one day they could all go home.
"I best being going, mom. I'm going to school now. See you when I get back." Gohan said softly to her.
"Have fun sweetie. I'll be here waiting." Chi Chi said.
With that Gohan left his mother's room and went to the kitchen for a quick breakfast. He noticed Bulma had started with out him. She was a woman that was always on the go. She always ate before the others, but everyone ate randomly. Except holidays when they would move the table to Chi Chi's room and spend it with her. Gohan watched as Bulma's mother was placing the last bit of food on the table for everyone to grab and go as they please. He made his plates of eggs, bacon, pancakes, sausage, and toast and began devouring. He noticed then that Goten and Trunks started to make the scene and they began inhaling the food as well. Vegeta would normally ate when everyone was gone. He stuck to his gravity chamber during the mornings. He was a warrior. He trained by himself in the morning. He trained trained Goten and Trunks after he ate. Then had a sparring session with Gohan before bed. Sparring was secretly his favorite time. He could go all out. Within the seven years he could equally keep up with Gohan. They both grew strong. They both knew that they were reaching Super Saiyan three but they were exhausted by the power up. It put a strain on the body.
Gohan decided he was finished and got up to put his dishes away. He grabbed his bag and began walking out the door. He figured he just fly to school. It wasn't that far from West City. Just as he was about to take off he was stopped by a blue hair woman.
"Gohan. Let me drive you today. Even though today is your first day, I want you to know that I will be there for you. Watching you from the side lines just to make sure you okay.
Gohan grunted. He didn't want Bulma to drop him off but he knew he really didn't have a choice. He nodded fine and Bulma dropped her capsule to the ground. It burst out a very slim black jet with the Capsule Corp logo on top of the wings. It looked sharp. He looked at Bulma with a sly grin. He knew her small speech was complete bull. She just wanted to test out her new jet. Gohan got in the passenger side and Bulma climbed in the drivers side. She hit a few buttons and they took off.
He watched the clouds go by a rather fast pace. He knew this jet could possibly keep up with his nimbus cloud. Actually he didn't know how fast the nimbus was. The cloud could keep up with his flying and sometimes beat him. He sat there in a daze wondering what school would bring him. He didn't plan on making friends, nor did he plan on joining clubs. He just wanted to go to school, make his grade, graduate, and leave. He already turned down the principal on making a speech for the opening ceremony. He made perfect scores on his entry exam and they always made speeches on behalf of the class for opening ceremonies. He didn't want to do that. He just wanted to be left alone. The principal had no choice in the matter considering the kid did not want to. He assumed he was shy and nervous. He was home schooled after all.
Bulma landed the jet safely on the ground of the school. He watched other kids be dropped off or landing and capsuling their jets, copters, cars, etc... at school. Bulma looked at Gohan. She could tell he was a bit nervous. She reached out and hugged Gohan. However, he didn't hug back. He never did. Not anymore at least. She let go of the hug and Gohan exited the jet. He began walking and heard the jet take off.
He followed the students to the gym where the opening ceremonies took place. He look all around him and saw so many teenagers gathered in one court. All of them wearing casual clothing. This school didn't require to wear uniforms but it was a private high school were only the elite and big names go to. The only difference was Gohan was higher than all of them. He was god son to Bulma Briefs, his father was a legacy to the Martial Arts world placing first in the 23rd World's Martial Arts Tournament, and heir to the throne of the Ox Kingdom. He was glad that he was a no name though. No one knew of his existence. No one knew Son Goku had a child. Two for the matter of fact. No one knew anything about Bulma because she kept her life private. No one would dare think he was the a prince either because of the reputation the Ox Kingdom had. He liked his private life. Most important of all he liked the fact the no one knew that he was the one for Cell's demise. That was a day he didn't want to remember.
He could hear the chatter of the noises dying down and slowly everyone getting into seat. He saw that the principal now took the stand in front of everyone trying to get them to calm down. Once everything was quiet and everyone taking a seat he began talking.
Good Morning students of Orange Star High. I am Principal Diesel. I would like to take this time and welcome all the newcomers. We are a private school full of important people. Some of you are the children of CEOs, Entertainers, and the children of world leaders. At this school no one is above others unless you are the child of any of the royal nations, and most importantly the daughter of the world savior. You will treat them with respect and honor. However, King Furry has no children, and the daughter of the Ox Kingdom is now an adult. As the other settlements we are not aware of for they keep their lives private. Videl on the other hand attends this school.
Gohan smirked when they mentioned his mother. They had no clue that she had two boys and one that's attending the school. He was glad they didn't know either. He liked to be left alone. He didn't know that Hercule Satan had a child. He personally didn't care that he took the credit. No, he wasn't happy that he slander his father's name, no, he wasn't happy that he was called a delivery boy, and no, he was not happy that his friends and family had to go into hiding because they were known as tricksters. He continued to listen to the principal talk about rules and regulations. After he had finished the students clapped. A small freshman girl took the stand and began making her speech on behalf of the freshman class. She was timid and nervous. She spoke with shakiness. As she left the stage a sophomore boy took over and began talking about goals of what wasn't accomplished last year but will try to accomplish this year. After his speech, Gohan was originally suppose to go up, but since he said no, a girl approached the stand.
As everyone may know I am Videl Satan. I will be speaking on behalf of this class. This came to a shock to me seeing as I found out yesterday that I will be speaking and representing the class. It's an honor that I was chosen for this. This year I hope to carry out the goals of what we accomplished this year and as well as the previous years. Also, start raising enough money to get new gym equipment and updating the laptops in the classrooms. This year will be a great year for us. As Juniors we are the life of the school. We keep the Seniors motivated to graduate and push them forward. We keep the Sophomores encouraged as they will be taking their major tests from around the world. We, as the Junior class also welcome the freshman and let them know that they feel safe and comfortable in this school. Thanks for listening to me. I will now let the senior class representative speak.
"That's the daughter of Satan." Gohan thought. "It fits her to be the representative instead of me." Gohan watch the girl step down from the stage and listened to the senior talk about how most of them will be going off to college or straight into their parents companies. After all this is an elite school. Most of these kids will not have a choice in where they will go. After the last representative spoke he handed the microphone back to the principal.
This concludes our ceremony students. Always remember though, when you wake up everyday, the choice is yours to make it out a bad day or make it good. We all come here in a positive manner to leave in a positive manner. If you need someone to lean on the door to any of the teacher's office is open and as well as my door.
The student body clapped as he exited. They all got up and began looking exiting their classrooms. Gohan looked at his schedule and walked around for a bit. He was lost but didn't want to ask anyone for help. Since he couldn't find his class downstairs. He went upstairs. The bell rang and he knew he was late now. He kept walking and found the numbers that matched the door. He walked in and saw that his instructor was talking about class rules.
"It's nice of you to join us. Did you get lost?" The instructor said.
Gohan gave a small nod. He really just wanted to take his seat and not worry about it. He saw the the classroom was built like the theater he went to as a kid. It had steps and levels where everyone could see the instructor.
"I'm Mr. Banks." he said. "It's okay to be late on the first few days. Just find yourself a seat."
Gohan then moved to find a seat. Finding one in the back he sat down on top. He sat down. He also observed that most of these kids were staring at him. They couldn't see his face with his hair covering it. He could see them though. He felt them staring at him.
"Hey there. It's hard to see what your thinking with all that hair in the way." A voice said to him.
Gohan turned and saw a girl with a short blond hair. He stared at her and turned to look forward again. He didn't know what to say to her so he did what he did best and not say anything at all.
"Now, I know most of us know each other from elementary, middle, junior high, and maybe business parties. Seeing as we have a few new faces how about we introduce ourselves." Mr. Banks said.
One by one and row by row students introduced themselves by name and what their parents did. Over half of the class were children of CEOs and a few were the children of famous actors.
"Hello. I'm Sharpner. My family owns and runs the famous blacksmith/weaponry shops all around the world. We have supplied the military for many of years." He said with confidence. He sat down and Videl stood up.
"Hi everyone. I'm Videl. Everyone pretty much knows about my family." She said with a nervous smile. She sat down and the girl next to Gohan stood up.
"Hi! I'm Erasa!" My parents are very famous journalist and they are the ones that keep the 411 of the world. They report to King Furry daily. Erasa sat down.
Everyone then turned to Gohan and stared at him for a few seconds. He sat up.
"Gohan." He said. That was all and he sat down.
"Where are you from Gohan?" Someone shouted.
He didn't speak. It was none of their business where he came from. All Gohan wanted was to 'learn' the things he needed and get out. He could honestly care less about making friends.
The class continued to stare at the long hair teen. There was so much mystery behind him that it made them feel uncomfortable being in the same room. The instructor then called them for attention and began his lecture.
It was History class for him. They were learning about settlement of the King Furry's grandfather. He was the king that settled peace among each nations. The Ox Kingdom, The Nation of the Foxes, The Tribe of the Lioness, and the Pack of the Wolves. King Furry's grandfather came from the Wolves and reigned among them all. They kept the peace that continued today.
"Class over the school semester we will learn about each of the settlements. We will start with The Pack of the Wolves, then work our way to the Nation of the Foxes, Then learn about the Ox Kingdom, then finish off with the Tribe of the Lioness." Mr. Bates said to them. "For your homework tonight I want you to write about the peace negotiations among the tribes and the war path they had to take just to establish peace."
That's all for the lecture. You may talk amongst your neighbor until the next instructor comes in.
Gohan immediately laid his head down. He already new about each of the settlements. Mostly the Ox Kingdom. He honestly didn't know much about the Tribe of the Lioness. They were secluded. That much he knew of. They were the most peaceful though. He knew about the Nation of the Foxes because that's were he met his friend Lime. If you would call them friends now. He also knew that his dad's friend Android Eight was around there. He protected the lands. Earl to the King and Queen Kress. His dad told him that Android Eight used to live in a village with a girl named Snow. Eventually he decided it was time for him to travel and ended up catering to the King and Queen after he saved their daughter from being burned in the castle.
"I wonder what this boy deal is?" Erasa said to Videl.
"I really don't know. He acts as if he's better than everyone." she replied.
Gohan could hear them gossiping about him. He ignored it the best he could but his hearing was top notch. Not one thing slipped by. It was the person in front of him that really got to him.
"Maybe he's hiding because he's a trickster. Maybe he's embarrassed to talk about himself and the only reason why he got in was because they can't discriminate." the kid said. Some nodded in agreement. Then they began talking about how tricksters were a disgrace to the world. They talked about how Cell killed them all. The class laughed that they didn't exist. The kid kept going on about how Mr. Satan will be their personal demise if anymore showed up.
Gohan remembered what this kid said about himself. He was the future owner of a construction site his father own. To Gohan he was a nobody. He also remembered what the principal had said. Treat royalty with respect and honor. With the class nagging him over and over and name calling him, Gohan finally snapped.
"Silence!" He shouted and standing up to face the class. "I am of royal blood and I do not like they how you talk down to me. I am Prince Son Gohan of the Ox Kingdom. My grandfather is the Ox King. Now quiet before I really get pissed! I didn't say anything about my name because I don't need everyone to know about me but since you kept nailing me. Here's a few things, One, don't talk about those 'tricksters' some of them are very close friends of mine and I do not appreciate you talking about them. Two, I may not be in the territory of the Ox Kingdom but by contract with all the settlements I can have you all persecuted for bullying and berating the prince. Three, if you don't believe I'm a prince go ask Bulma Briefs, she's my god mother and that's where Princess Chi Chi, my mother is currently living at. Lastly, I came here to get my diploma and leave so I can either rule my kingdom or take over capsule corp when my god mother retires. I didn't come here to make friends. Any questions?
Gohan didn't care that he just gave away most of his secrets. He saw how the class was stunned at him. They didn't know whether to believe him or not. He noticed that the teacher was now in class and probably heard him yell at the entire class.
"Ok class. Now that we are quiet it's time for Calculus. The class grabbed their books out and listened to the lecture. Gohan was thankful that they stopped looking at him other than Videl Satan looking at him. He noticed that out of the entire class. She, Erasa, and Sharpner didn't laugh nor make fun of his friends.
Gohan lazily listened to the lecture. Again, he already knew this. He could do it in his head. He was number one for a reason. His mother implanted in his brain to be a prodigy. He had the brains and he was a warrior as well. He kept glancing at Videl wondering why she kept staring at him. Even though she couldn't see him, he could see her just fine. He kept his hair in his face for a good reason. He vowed not to have it cut again until his mother was well enough to cut it. There was only two people in his life that he could trust with it. His parents. Since his mother couldn't he didn't want it to be touched. His mother thought is was a sweet gesture on his part but she loved seeing his face more than anything.
With Calculus class ending they took another break.
"Can I help you Miss Satan?" Gohan said bitterly. "You've been staring at me for quite some time and it's starting to annoy me."
"Please. Just Videl." She said. "I have a question. If you're the prince of the Ox Kingdom then why aren't you going to school there?"
"I didn't want to go there because I'm the prince. They would give me royal treatment. I honestly didn't want anyone to know that I am a Prince. That's why I kept quiet. I only said my name because this is my first time being in a class full of people my age. I was home schooled by my mother. We figured that I needed to get a diploma so it looks good and be easier for me to get a job. Even though I'm the crowned Prince and future King I will at least have an educational background. I didn't mean to snap at anyone earlier it's just that those 'tricksters' are really close to me, and I'll be damned if anyone says anything bad about them."
"I see. Well I would like to apologize that my class pressured you into blowing your cover." Videl said
"I didn't blow my cover. They would've found out eventually, since history is going to cover the Ox Kingdom." Gohan said. "It's better to get that out now then when it actually happens. Trust me on this though. The less all of you know about me the better."
Gohan stopped talking and watched as the next instructor began the english lesson. Gohan this time doodled in his notebook of his old house in the mountains. He missed being out there the most. He loved the fresh air. He missed the quietness and the stars at night. He loved his training grounds there the most. Well not as much as he missed his Icarus. Sometimes Gohan would sneak out and spend a few days alone in his house. Sometimes he just needed a break from the city life. He would take Goten out in the mountains as well. He wanted him to know that this is how the family grew up. He wished that his mother was better so they could go home. He wanted to teach Goten how to survive out there. He was pretty sure that Goten could figure it out, but he was always concerned for him. Ever since he was pulled out from his mother and placed into a tank. The DNA wasn't correct but Goten was fine. He remembered when they found Goten on the floor in the lab. The tube was completely destroyed. There he was though, asleep with his tail in his mouth. He was a miracle to have alive.
Gohan grew his tail back. He kept it hidden though. He didn't use it as a belt. He thought that was just a dumb idea. He kept it tucked in his pants around his waist. No one didn't notice considering that his clothes were baggy.
As the lecture was coming to a close, the class closed their book and began packing their things for lunch. Gohan packed his things and exited out of the classroom. He followed the trail of students to the cafeteria. He felt uncomfortable with everyone staring at him. Word got out that he was royalty. He darted out of the cafeteria and outside. He was glad that the rain stopped and left nothing but a refreshing, cool cloudy afternoon. He wanted to feel invisible at this moment and found a quiet spot on the side of the theatre. He de-capsuled his lunch and began eating quietly. It was the most peaceful he felt since he got to school. He figured this would be his spot to relax. After finishing his meal he saw that he had about ten more minuets left of class and he left to get to class early. He walked around campus taking a scenic way. They had a garden full of jasmines and orchids. It had bird houses around the flowers. Gohan liked the view he saw. It reminded him of Android 16 and how calm he always remained.
Gohan went back to class. He sat down in his spot and watched slowly as the students piled in from lunch. He watched and observed how they would come in by groups. He then saw Videl, Erasa, and Sharpener walk in the classroom. They took their seats.
"Gohan. We were looking for you at lunch. We wanted to eat with you and get know you a little better." Erasa said.
"I like my privacy when I eat. So don't take offense when I say I probably won't join you ever for lunch." Gohan said. "I've already said enough about my life as well. Trust me. You have."
With that said class began again. It was time for Chemistry. Since it was the first day they were not needed in the labs just yet. This was the last class of the day. He was glad that the opening ceremony took up Gym time and his music class. He didn't like working out in front of others. He knew how to play the piano, drums, and violin. That was about it though. He was tired. School wore him out. He was glad just a few more minuets and he would be out.
Once the bell rang he ran out the door. He couldn't get out there fast enough. However, from what he saw when he walked out was his little brother Goten waiting for him by the gates.
"Goten. What are you doing here?" Gohan asked.
"I wanted to see my big brother and go to the mountains today. I want to show you something." Goten said shyly.
Gohan looked at his brother and picked him up. He smiled. "Alright we'll go. First though I have to tell mom that school went good today. Did you read to her today?"
"Uh-huh" Goten said.
Gohan smiled and they both walked out the gates. As soon as he saw that he was alone he called nimbus to take them back to Capsule Corp. and
She waited in bed patiently. She was tired but she knew her son would be home soon. She wanted to be awake to hear about his day. She hoped it went well and no accidents happened. When she saw her two boys enter her room.
"Hey mom." Gohan said. "School went okay. It wasn't as I planned. They kept on me and I said some things that shouldn't have been said. They know I am the grandson of Papa Ox and is affiliated with Bulma. I didn't want to do this but I couldn't control my anger. They kept slandering dad's friends..."
"It's alright Gohan. School can be tough. Especially, when you're a teenager." Chi Chi said. "I had it tough when I was younger. It's something that you have to go through. Sometimes you have to suffer for good things to happen."
"Thanks for understanding mom." Gohan said. "I'm going up to the house with Goten. He wanted to show me something. We'll be back tonight.
Chi Chi nodded and went back to sleep. The two boys left to Mt. Paozu. They flew. When Gohen flew it was the only time Goten got to see what his face looked like. To Goten his brother was the best thing. He was his role model. Even though his older brother barely talked to him he felt that his brother was cheering him on. They trained together, that was there way of bonding. He brought him to their original house. This was were Goten could do just about anything. They landed in the clearing in front of the Son household.
"Okay Goten. What did you want to show me?" Gohan said.
Goten clenched his fist together and his arms up. He concentrated and his hair flashed gold. Gohan couldn't believe what he was seeing. His brother's hair was flashing until he finally got the hang of it and stayed in Super Saiyan form.
"Goten. When did this happen?" Gohan asked surprised.
"A few hours ago. I was sparring after I lost to Trunks. I was so mad and I wanted to beat him and I felt my hair standing up and I screamed. Then my hair flashed this yellow color and I didn't know what to do so I took off. I've hidden since then, but Vegeta kept finding me. He was stunned that I looked like this. I then traced your ki and found you and waited. As I waited my hair changed back." Goten said.
"That's really impressive Goten." Gohan told him. "It took me until the age of nine to get there. You're only seven. Good Job bro. I'm proud of you."
Goten blushed at his brother. His brother praised him. Gohan then talked to his brother about Saiyan race and what it takes to be a warrior of an almost extinct race. He told him not to worry about Vegeta because he was probably looking for a spar to see how strong he was while in Super Saiyan form and how long he could last. Gohan told him that it's necessary for him to do that so we can train you to become stronger.
Gohan and Goten went inside the house to clean up the place a bit. It wasn't messy just dusty. The two boys kept their house in top notch so that when they do go home it will be perfect for their mother.
And that ends the first chapter. What do you think? Leave a review if you want and ask questions is something doesn't make sense! Next chapter will be in more a Videl perception. I'm going to make a schedule soon to let everyone know when stories will update. It's summer for me so I'll have time:)