A/N: This is chapter 3, I worked hard on it and would greatly appreciate some positive reviews. I do not own DBZ (I wish)

p.s. The previous chapter was criticized for being too short... If a chapter is short so what? Each chapter is valid to the story and shouldn't be lengthened unnecessarily or slotted into another chapter to make it look longer... appreciate the chapter itself and not the dynamics (although spelling and grammar is important). I'm now finished my rant so please enjoy this chapter!

Chapter 3; The L word

"Hey Videl" Gohan said as he slid his strong arms around her slim frame.

"Gohan I'm trying to get my books" Videl giggled, but didn't stop him squeezing her tight.

"I have to do this, so I know its for real" he laughed kissing her neck. 'He's so adorable' Videl thought as she turned to face him. His sexy grin widened in response to her own smile and he leaned in and kissed her.

The corridor was quite empty now, but the bell hadn't yet gone. They had another minute of heaven before the bell toll would make them come crashing back down to earth.

"You look gorgeous today, like everyday. I just can't get enough" he whispered as she hugged his midriff. Ever since their kiss on Kami's lookout, Gohan had really opened up about his feelings to Videl and became a lot more affectionate and confident with her. She loved how the shy, boy-next-door type she'd fallen for wasn't afraid to show her how he felt in the way he hugged and kissed her and complimented her all the time. She knew he was being genuine because she knew Gohan couldn't be anything but. After learning his life story she realised Gohan would never let anyone in who wasn't the one. It made her deleriously happy that it was her. Even having her fake of father steal his glory didn't put him off. Gohan was just too sweet.

"Well when you're going out with the hottest guy on the planet, you try a little harder in the morning" she said playfully with a sidelong grin. They broke apart and set off hand in hand to class. No one begrudged their love. All were happy to see that the seemingly ultra tough, tomboy exterior that was Videl had been cracked by the cute new boy with the puppy dog eyes. Even Sharpener had accepted she would never be his. Besides Erasa was more his type anyway. Prom Queen and Quarter Back; a match made in Highschool Heaven.

History dragged by unbearably slowly for most of the O.S.H senior students, but to Videl and Gohan it went far too quickly. They spent the hour smiling at the other, flicking notes, playing footsie under the desk and they didn't take in a word all lesson. Both being straight A students, they could afford to slack off now and again. They also had the occupation of being the Saiyaman Duo which kept them busy too. Whenever Videl was called on, she would leave and wait for Gohan, who in turn would create an excuse to leave and follow her out to once again halt crime in Satan city or anywhere else they were needed. All in time for 4th period!

However if either were feeling a bit playful they would occasionaly pretend there there was a crime to be stopped and leave together to 'fight it'. On these occasions the couple would go to the park and spend the hour enjoying the other's company. The perfect crime

The rest of the day passed uneventfully except for the huge diamond heist the duo had to stop at noon. At 3:30 when the bell tolled for the end of school Videl and Gohan gathered their things and headed for Mt. Pioazu. (A.N I have to find right spelling of Gohan's home, if anyone knows let me know)

Chichi welcomed them at the door. "Hello kids! Videl its nice to have you here again! Please won't you stay for dinner?" Chichi asked her ushering them into the kitchen, where Goku was doing a junior jigsaw puzzle with Goten.

"I'd love to Chichi, any excuse to eat your cooking!" Videl said enthusiastically.

"Videl!" Goten jumped off his chair and ran to hug the girl whom he gotten so fond of since before the World Tournament.

"Hey Goten, what you doing there?" Videl asked as she let the little seven year old lead her to the table.

"My daddy is helping me do a jigsaw puzzle" Goten said proudly jumping into his father's lap.

"Hey Videl, nice to see you again! Sorry I missed you yesterday but Gotenks wanted to spar!" Goku laughed tickling the child on his lap who started to squel and laugh.

"Mom we're gonna do our homework now, ok?" Gohan said eager to have Videl to himself again. Although he was glad that they liked her so much, it ment no problems in the future.

"Fine dear, I'll you when dinner is ready. Goten come here, I'll show you how to make egg fried rice! And maybe daddy would like to learn too?" Chichi smiled as Goku carried his son over and gave her a kiss.

'Such a happy family' Videl thought as they walked up the stairs.

They put their books on the desk and sat on the bed and looked at each other. They both had something on their minds and now was a good a time as ever. Besides the topics may be related.

"Gohan-"

"Videl-"! They laughed and Gohan said "You first". But Videl was more curious about what Gohan had to say.

"No you then me" she smiled.

"Ok well Videl this has been on my mind since Majin Buu...which was three weeks ago. I know I have to say this now, but I didn't before because I didn't know if you felt the same..." Videl's heart started beating faster. Was he going to say what she thought/ hoped he'd say?

Gohan took a deep breath and looked into the violet eyes he had become so familiar with. The way they grew brighter and wider when she was excited. The way they narrowed when she suspected something or was mad. The way they became softer and filled with tears when she was upset...And the way they just stared back into his own offering her undivided attention. Did Gohan possibly see what he felt in those eyes. Did that mean she felt the same?

"Videl I love you... I've never loved someone so much in my life. You bring out the best in me, you're the voice in my head guiding me and you pick me up when I fall." Gohan said in a rush grabbing her small hands.

"Oh Gohan I love you too, I've always loved you! That's what I wanted to tell you! Ever since the day I first met you I couldn't describe what I felt for you. It was just this underlying attraction. Then we became so close through the whole Majijn Buu fiasco...I knew then it was love and the idea of losing you tore me apart. But then you came back to me and as you held me I never wanted to leave your side again."

Videl hugged Gohan so suddenly that he fell off the bed. Both laughed and enjoyed a kiss for a long time. As Gohan held her there, he tried to think of a time he was happier. He couldn't.

Goku heard the thump of a body hit the floor above. What were the kids doing? Surely not sparring in the house!? Goku had to know. He let go of Chichi whom he had been holding onto as Goten sat on the counter and watched her cook. "I'll be right back" he kissed her on the cheek and tiptoed up the stairs. Gohan's door was open. He could see two pairs of feet on the floor. Had the kids collapsed? He rushed in and saw that they hadn't fainted but were merely enjoying a full makeout session in the floor.

He turned crimson and stuttered an apology as the mortified teenagers jumped up, fixed themselves and began opening their books.

"Um I'll be going now" Goku said trying to stifle the laughter waiting to erupt within him.

"Wait till I tell Chichi. Better do it when Videl's gone, I don't think Chichi would be able to contain her excitement!" he chuckled to himself going back down the stairs to place his arms around his wife once again.

It was moments like this Goku loved most. His son was in love, his second child was the cutest kid in the world and his wife couldn't stop smiling at having all her family again. He had missed her so much... but he was back now and he wasn't going anywhere, anytime soon.

A/N: So that was chapter 3 and I will upload chaper 4 soon, but only if this chapter is well recieved. In the next chapter they're on to college! Please review!- vampirebee