Bulma was confident that this was going to be the greatest summer ever! She and her very best friend, Goku, were on their way to the infamous Camp Four Star. The very same summer camp they met at back when they were just kids. Now that the pair were much older — and almost ready to graduate high school — they returned as camp counselors.
The blue haired beauty was given the coveted position of youth camp director and she couldn't be more jazzed about it. Her job would consist of managing all of the counselors and ensuring the camp ran smoothly. She had put hours of work into camp prep the past few weeks, and everything amounted to this coming month. She couldn't wait to see the fruits of her labor. On top of being a super fun job, this would really add to her college applications!
Bulma screamed the lyrics to every song on her road trip playlist as she and Goku drove up the winding roads of the mountain on the way to camp. Goku hung his head out the window and let the breeze rustle his wild black hair. Though the same age as Bulma, Goku always remained as naive and playful as someone much younger.
When the friends met at their first year at Camp Four Star, Bulma adored the impressionable, young Goku because he was very receptive to being bossed around. Over the course of their friendship, Goku grew up in a lot of ways, found his talents, and became his own man. Goku was tall, strong, and made a point to stand up to those who bullied others in school. But his one weakness, was Bulma. He didn't even peep a complaint when she took complete control over the aux cord during this drive. Now as camp director, she could formally boss him around like she's done their entire friendship.
"What do think of our fellow counselors so far? Do I have any competition for my 'best friend' title?" Bulma joked as she bopped to the music.
"No way, Bulma! You know you're my number one!" Goku laughed. "After meeting everyone at that pre-camp gathering, no one really stuck out to me but I'm excited to get to know them. Ya know, that guy Yamcha, seems alright." Goku stroked his chin, "maybe Chi Chi," he added a little quieter, and looked at Bulma out of the corner of his eye to gauge her reaction. Upon mention of the raven haired girl Bulma let out a snort.
"Yeah, I'm sure snooty, little Chi Chi wants to be our friend," Bulma commented sarcastically as Goku looked shyly out the window.
"I don't know. What do you think of everyone?" Goku asked with a shrug.
"Honestly, I can't say for sure. All I know is from what I've heard around school, managing all these personalities is going to be a challenge for me," Bulma replied. She really was excited for her role as director, but it didn't eclipse the fact that it was the most strenuous job at camp.
"Look!" Goku exclaimed as he pointed out the window, "You can see the lake! We're almost there!"
Camp Four Star was settled in a canyon, right on the shores of Lake Horikawa. Dozens of small classic log cabins
dotted the landscape near the lake. There was an old dock that stretched into the water from the shore, that had always been one of Bulma's favorite places to relax. She even planned some time in her schedule to lounge and dip her feet into the water before the campers arrived.
The camp also had an obstacle course with a zip line, and due to his incessant nagging, Goku was put in charge of it. Goku had always loved and excelled at anything athletic. Most wouldn't think that goofy, light hearted Goku was also ultra competitive. His goal for the summer was to beat the camp record for fastest time through the obstacle course. That way he could leave his mark on the camp that gave him so many memories and get his name on a plaque in the mess hall.
Bulma and Goku pulled up to the campsite and eagerly jumped out of the car. The friends were immediately engulfed in the scent of the surrounding trees. The smell bringing back all the amazing memories they shared at this exact camp.
Goku turned to Bulma before saying, "this is going to be a great summer." The friends exchanged a genuine smile.
"Let's start unpacking!" Bulma said and the pair began unloading Bulma's car. This first night of camp would be filled with counselor arrivals and everyone taking time to get settled into their cabins. The remainder of the week would give everyone time to get acquainted and prepare their lessons and activities before the young campers arrived.
Bulma walked into her small cabin with a armful of luggage. She would need to take two more trips to bring everything unless she could get Goku's help. The counselors spent an entire month at camp, but Bulma likely still overpacked. It was just in her nature to be prepared.
As the camp director, Bulma got to make lodging assignments, naturally she gave herself the only solo cabin. All the other cabins had two bedrooms with two beds per room and a shared living space. The counselors slept no more than three to a cabin, so most everyone got their own room. Bulma was the only one to have her own living space.
Goku was grabbing the last of Bulma's bags when another car pulled up. The driver jumped out and waved at him, so Goku approached Krillin to greet him while still holding Bulma's duffle.
"Cute bag," he commented sarcastically and nodded to the pink polka dot bag in Goku's hand.
Goku looked down at the girly duffle then back at the new guy. "This isn't mine!" he said defensively.
"I know, I'm just kidding, man. Lighten up!" Krillin laughed. "Goku right? My name's Krillin, I'm managing the obstacle course this year."
Goku frowned before shouting, "BULMA!" The blue haired girl dashed out of her room to find her distressed best friend.
"What Goku? What's wrong?" she said out of breath when she reached the two boys.
"This guy is saying he's in charge of obstacle course this year," Goku informed her as he continued glaring at Krillin. Bulma looked at Krillin then back at Goku.
"He is," Bulma replied, and Krillin gave Goku a triumphant smirk. "You both are," she added.
"WHAT?" the boys shouted at her in unison.
"The obstacle course is the biggest and most popular attraction at camp, I put two people in charge this year. So you guys will have to work together," she informed them.
"Whatever," Krillin grumbled, "as long as I get that record for fastest time, I don't care." Goku was about to dare Krillin to beat him when another car let out a series of friendly honks to announce its arrival.
Inside the car was Chi Chi. She was dropped off, predictably, by her father. Chi Chi gave the giant man a kiss on the cheek after he unloaded her luggage and bid her farewell. She had shiny black hair that was always perfectly styled and makeup that was simple but precise.
Chi Chi was to be the kitchen manager at camp which Bulma felt was an odd job for someone like her. Chi Chi had a reputation for being a total princess and evidently a daddy's girl. The fact that she was willingly spending her summer in the great outdoors was a surprise to Bulma. She worried that Chi Chi may be hard to manage as she seemed to always get her way.
"Could I get some help over here?" Chi Chi called sweetly.
"I'll help you!" Goku shouted, a little too quickly before dropping Bulma's polka dot bag in the dirt and running over to help the raven haired beauty. Bulma grumbled as she retrieved her bag from the ground and walked back to her cabin to finish unpacking.
The twins with unfriendly, icy blue eyes arrived shortly after Chi Chi. Bulma also worried that Seventeen and Eighteen would be a challenge to manage, because hey always seemed to be at the center of every scandal in school. Seventeen had long black hair, tattoos, and was rumored to be a drug dealer. Seventeen was assigned to be the nature guide, which meant he was in charge of taking the campers hiking on the trails that traversed the nearby mountain.
His sister, Eighteen sported a short blonde bob and was known as someone who's bad side you didn't want to be on. On more than one occasion, Bulma had heard of Eighteen punching some prissy girl in the face for talking about her behind her back. As opposed to her brother, Eighteen would be spending the majority of her time indoors at the arts and crafts station.
Neither said much as they unpacked their car and settled into their respective cabins.
The next to arrive was Vegeta. Bulma didn't know much about him, besides that he appeared to be perpetually grumpy. He was on the varsity swim team the past school year, so it made sense that he was to be the camp's lifeguard. He was hot in a bad boy kind of way, Bulma observed, as Vegeta threw his large duffle over his shoulder and marched over to his cabin without greeting anyone.
He often wore sunglasses, likely a habit from lifeguarding, but it added an air of mystery that had Bulma curious about his backstory. Vegeta was assigned to room with Goku, so maybe her best friend would be able to learn more about their brooding new counselor.
"Don't worry everyone, the party has arrived!" Yamcha shouted to announce his arrival as he got out of his truck. Yamcha was the varsity baseball captain this past season, he's super popular, and handsome (but he knows it). He's assigned to be the sports manager for the camp, which seemed fitting.
During the school year, he had a new girl hanging on him every week. Most people knew he was quite the player, but it didn't seem to bother any of his admirers. Bulma hadn't spoken to him at all during school, but he didn't feel the need to introduce himself at the pre-camp gathering. She deduced he thought everyone knew who he was.
During that gathering everyone had a chance to introduce themselves, after that Yamcha paid special attention to Bulma. Initially she was flattered that someone like him was texting her so often, but then she wondered if he was flirting with her or if he was just kissing up to the camp director. Regardless of motive, Bulma enjoyed his flattery.
Once all the counselors arrived Bulma called a meeting. She welcomed everyone to camp and informed them of tomorrow's schedule as they ate pizza for dinner.
"I hope everyone is getting settled okay. There aren't any scheduled events tonight, so please take the time to get know your bunk mates and make yourself comfortable," Bulma encouraged. "Tomorrow, we'll begin working on our lessons and activities so everything is prepared for the campers arrival next week. I'll be visiting the first half of the stations tomorrow and the second half the following day, to check on everyone's progress. Please let me know if there is anything you need!"
After her announcements, Bulma dismissed the group and everyone dispersed. Goku gave her an encouraging thumbs up before he left with Vegeta back to their cabin. She smiled all the way back to her own cabin, practically giddy about all the fun and adventures that were to come.