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Chapter 2

She felt an overpowering mixture of anxiety and joy as she sat on the sofa in the lounge at Izumi's sister's house. Her whole life had changed in a matter of hours. She couldn't get his face out of her head; it was especially hard looking in the mirror now. Is it weird to feel a connection with someone you've never met before or knew anything about? How was she going to ask the most powerful business man in the world if he was her father? She didn't know what to do. "He will probably think I'm after his money or something." She sighed.

"Yuki-Chan, are you okay?" Izumi asked as she sat down next to her.

"Yes Sister Izumi, I'm so excited about the future. I need to fill out some paperwork tomorrow and Mr Briefs also informed me that there are staff quarters at the Capsule Corp house with transport and everything. As soon as I get my employee card and ID, I can move in!" she exclaimed eagerly.

"That's wonderful Yuki! I am so happy you managed to find something so quickly. I was worried you would be left jobless and homeless, not that I would ever that happen to you though."

"I know Sister and don't worry; I will call you every other day and write you letters. I'll even visit every chance I have." Yukiko embraced the plump women tightly.

"Well, I would hope so. I don't know how I'm going to manage without you."

"I'm sure you'll find someone to replace me soon." Yuki smiled reassuringly.

"No one can ever replace you. You are special and don't you forget it!" Izumi squeezed Yukiko's hands as she tried to hold back the tears.

"Thank you for everything Sister. You were like the mother I never had, and I will never forget how good you were to me…" Yuki hugged Izumi again.

"I would do it all again in a heartbeat…now get to bed! You have a big day tomorrow."

"Goodnight Sister."

"Goodnight Yuki-Chan." Izumi watched as the young girl made her way up the stairs. She had a feeling that this was the start of something big for her. Such a pure-hearted soul! I wish you all the luck in the world my Yukiko.

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21 Years Ago– Trunks 30yrs; Pan 16yrs

"Hey Panny, are you okay?" Trunks sat down on the grass next to her in the huge Capsule Garden. They were celebrating Pan's sixteenth birthday as well as three months of peace since the Shadow Dragons.

"I miss him Trunks, Why did he have to leave us, again? It's not fair!" She was tearing up and he did not handle crying well.

"I know Panny, but sometimes we have to learn to accept the outcome and the reasons behind it. Goku was, well he's Goku." He sighed. "I know this is hard for you to deal with, but I am here for you. Whenever you need me, doesn't matter what I'm doing or where I'm at. I'll be there.

"Thanks, you're my best friend Trunks and I don't know what I'll do if I lost you too." She whispered sadly.

He smiled fondly at her. She really was at a difficult crossroads in her life. Having to deal with losing someone she loved so dearly and now becoming a teenager. He would do whatever he could to help her. "I'm not going anywhere, even if you grow tired of this old man." He poked his chest and grinned at her playfully.

"Hey guys! Panny your grandmother wants you, something about cakes and wishes. We'll follow soon; I want to speak with Trunks for a minute."

"Okay Papa…" She stood up and turned back toward Trunks. "Thanks…" she gave him a half smile before making her way back to the house.

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Gohan sat down beside Trunks in the same spot his daughter had occupied, a look of concern on his features. He was worried about her; she was becoming more withdrawn as the days went on. He thought she would heal with time, but it was only getting worse. "How are you Trunks?"

"I'm good, trying to get back in the swing of things at work and so on. I have a lot of catching up to do." He chuckled lightly.

"Hm…dating anyone?"

"Not recently, well to be honest not since before the Grand Tour. Don't have the time or the energy to divide my attention. Maybe once things settle down again, but I'm in no rush." Trunks shrugged.

"I hear you." Gohan sighed, removing his black rimmed glasses. "Do you think you could do an old friend a favour though? I must admit that this may take up more time than if you were to date someone."

"I'll do anything for you and your family Gohan."

"Thank you Trunks...I want to ask if you will try and speak with Pan, or maybe just keep an eye on her when I can't, if it's not too much trouble. She's been really depressed lately and I think the kids at school are being mean to her as well. She sneaks out almost every night; I have a feeling she goes to my dad's old house. You know the one he lived in with grandpa Gohan. I don't know though, as she wears that damn ki supressing anklet Bulla gave her. I've tried talking to her, but she says she's fine and that I shouldn't worry so much."

"She misses Goku terribly. They were very close, especially on the Grand Tour. She has told me about some dates she's been on and the guys all end up afraid of her, there are also rumours going around school that she's a freak… I will do what I can to help Gohan.

"I forgot how cruel kids can be in high school, makes me so angry!" Gohan growled in frustration. "Anyways, thanks Trunks. I really appreciate it, she admires you a lot and I'm glad she has you to turn to. I would ask Goten, but he's so much like my father so she kind of avoids him most of the time."

Trunks looked toward the house where he could see everyone gathered around and talking. Pan and his sister were standing to one side. He could see her laughing at something Bulla said, but even from this distance he noticed that she was unhappy. "No problem Gohan, she's like a little sister to me and I know you would do the same had it been Bulla."

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Pan gazed at the bed where she had been sleeping most nights since her grandfather left. She felt lonely and depressed, like her whole world was falling apart around her. Thinking about the conversation she had with Trunks earlier that day, she made a split decision and flew off into the night sky.

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She climbed through the window of his room and tiptoed over to the bed, lifting the covers slowly before slipping in.

Trunks opened his eyes. He had his back to her and looked at the time. It was just after midnight, he hadn't even sensed her coming, but he knew it was her. "Goodnight Pan-Chan." He whispered.

"Goodnight Trunks."

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Present Day

Yuki had said her goodbyes to Izumi and her sister. Thanking them profusely for their hospitality, and especially Izumi for taking care of her for so many years.

Now here she was standing in her new room at the Capsule Corp House. She had spent the past week filling out paperwork and University applications, also getting accustomed to the floors she would be working on at HQ. She hadn't seen Trunks at all as he was out of town, she also didn't know who received the package she originally applied for.

Someone was knocking softly at the door; she wondered who it could be as she wasn't expecting anyone. She looked around her new living space as she made her way to answer. The room was a decent size, much bigger than anything at the orphanage. There was a queen sized bed with bedside tables, en suite bathroom, walk in closet, even a two seated sofa with a little coffee table at the foot of the bed. She also had a connecting balcony overlooking the backyard. She opened the door and there stood a tall, tanned skin, green-eyed, handsome young man with straight black shoulder length hair which was held back in a ponytail. "Hi Kenji…"

"Hi Yukiko, I saw your name on the door. Guess we're sought of neighbours, I'm two doors down. I hope I'm not disturbing you?"

She smiled brightly. "No not at all, come in…" I take it you were the lucky one ha?"

"Yeah, I'm so relieved. I worked my butt off to get in at Capsule, but I thought there was only one placement, not that I'm upset or anything. It's actually great that you're here too."

"I never got it, but I'm working directly with Mr Briefs and his mother, when I'm not at University that is." Yuki went on to explain her interview with Trunks as they sat on the sofa.

"Wow! So you're like a genius ha!?" Kenji exclaimed in his deep voice. He had liked Yukiko the second he laid eyes on her, he also found it odd how much she resembled Trunks, but he wouldn't question her about it.

She laughed lightly. "I guess you could say that." She replied modestly.

"Well, you'll fit right in at HQ… So if you're living here that means you're not from West City then?" He asked curiously.

"No, I'm from Satan City. I'm actually an orphan and because I'm eighteen I had to find a job and so on. I saw the advisement for Capsule in the newspaper. That's how I ended up here. Where are you from?"

"South City…very monotonous!" he rolled his eyes. "Not a lot happening down there, it's basically a farming town and I didn't want to end up like my parents, so I came here about a year ago. I worked odd jobs and lived in backpackers until I too heard about the offer at Capsule. I thought it high time I get back to school and find a serious job, you know."

"So you finished school last year then?"

"Two years ago, I decided to take a gap year or two as it turned out. I'm twenty."

Yuki nodded her head. "I was home-schooled my whole life, and if not for this opportunity I would have probably never made it to University." She stated sadly.

"I for one am glad you're here! Hey, how about we check out the gardens? I heard it's spectacular!"

"Okay…"

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Yukiko laughed loudly as they strolled along a path between the Maple trees. Kenji was very funny and so sweet, she was happy he got the post and knew they would become good friends.

She saw a familiar shade of lavender in the west wing, where the main house was as they made their way back to the staff quarters. He was talking to a man with flame like hair. She watched discreetly as said man walked toward a small dome shaped building. She turned her attention back to Trunks and saw that he was walking toward them. She stopped and waited for him to catch up.

"Is everything okay Yuki?" Kenji asked as he stopped beside her. He wasn't really paying attention to their surroundings.

"Yeah, Mr Briefs is on his way over to us." She gestured to where Trunks was walking, just as he stopped by them.

"Hello Yukiko…Kenji is it?"

"Yes sir, hello Mr Briefs." Kenji greeted politely.

"Hi Mr Briefs, it's nice to see you again. Did you have a good trip?"

"It was okay, all business and no fun." Trunks rolled his eyes. "Have you settled in okay Yukiko?"

"Yes, thank you sir, everyone has been very helpful and friendly so far. It's good to have Kenji here too, at least I know someone so I don't feel lonely." She explained.

"I'm glad everything has gone over smoothly, I'm sorry I couldn't help this week. Anyways, my mother is eager to meet you, especially after I showed her your books. I want you to come over to the main house tomorrow night at 7pm for dinner. You're welcome to join us too Kenji."

"O-Okay, I'll be there at seven." Yukiko replied nervously.

"Thank you Mr Briefs." Kenji answered as well.

"Good! Err, I'll leave you to it then…see you tomorrow." Trunks nodded once before walking back to the house.

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"Wow! Dinner with the Briefs…" Yukiko jumped excitedly while holding onto Kenji's arm.

"I know, exciting huh! Are you okay with me tagging along? I didn't want to say no." Kenji asked cautiously.

"Of course, it will take a bit of the pressure off me. I'm so excited and nervous, I'm glad you'll be there!" Everything happens for a reason…