Dragonball Z: Anchor
Chapter 4: Explanations
Disclaimer:
I do not own Dragonball, Dragonball Z, Dragonball GT, or its movies, characters, and plot. All rights to those belong to Akira Toriyama and his associates. I only own the plot to my Story and my original characters.
(A/N)
Well, you guys reached the goal within a day...again. There was some guest who reviewed multiple times saying nonsense. I'm guessing it was the same person. Anyway, I'm just going to delete those kinds of reviews and I made it where I have to give permission for the review from guests to be posted. I'm also going to explain further about "Goku having unlimited potential" and what I meant at the bottom. Oh! And I can't believe I didn't replace the [HR] tags last chapter. I apologize for that. I was in a rush I suppose. Well, without further adieu, here's chapter 4.
I'm updating these writing symbols to for you all to understand easier.
"This means talking"
´This means thinking´
This means a sound is being made (Beep Beep)
"This means someone is talking on the phone/intercom etc."
"This means a dangerous/important person is speaking" (Shenron/Kai's)
´This means telepathy/Bond speak´
Chapter 4 started as of July 16, 2014.
The Spaceship
"You know, now that you mention it, I am rather hungry." the mysterious voice said.
"Yeah, well you can bring your happy ass over here and get it your damned self." Gohan sneered back.
At the comment, A young man seemingly in the mid twenties slid his way around the corner and entered the kitchen. He had a capsule corporation issued vest and blue'ish-gray undershirt with matching faded blue jeans. His most distinctive feature was his hair. To anyone who didn't know any better, they might have mistaken this man as chibi Trunks' father or brother due to the extremely similar physical features. In reality, this man is Trunks from an alternate.
"Well it's nice to see you too Gohan. I'm doing great, thanks for asking. How about you?" the future Trunks sarcastically replied.
"I'm sorry Trunks, I've just been a little on edge today. You making an appearance certainly hasn't helped." Gohan replied while spreading Senzu Salt on his sandwich.
"Well I was in town and decided to come visit my best bud." Mirai Trunks said jokingly. He then sat at one of the dining chairs, put his hands behind his hand, and kicked his feet up onto the table.
"So, what's the real reason for here?" Gohan questioned after inhaling his sandwich.
"Well, honestly, I've wanted to come back for years now. My mom from my timeline died in a car accident not a year after I destroyed the androids. After that, I immediately went to New Namek to revive her and everyone else to hopefully bring Earth back to its former glory. Well, once I reached New Namek, or where it was supposed to be, I found out it wasn't there." Mirai Trunks explained.
"No Namekians means no Dragonballs." Gohan cut in.
"Precisely, I then went to nearby planets and questioned any species I came across. Most couldn't understand me. Hell, there was this one planet where everyone looked like walking pigs. They tried to put me in a zoo!" Mirai Trunks exclaimed.
"I'm getting a feeling that you didn't stay on that planet long right?" Gohan asked laughing.
"On the contrary actually. I discovered that the pig people were locking different species up and cross breeding them. I couldn't just sit on my hands while that happened so I led a rebellion against the pigs. After about three days of me kicking their ass as a Super Saiyan, they finally provided everyone a ship and we all took off. Some went home while some traveled through space with me since they no longer had a home. After a few months, I had my own fleet." Mirai Trunks continued.
"Well, aren't you just a space vigilante." Gohan joked. Trunks' face morphed from his neutral expression to a saddened one.
"Yeah, we were the good guys. I had about 400 aliens ranging from different species all under my command. I didn't want them to come along but they didn't really give me a choice. I still continued my mission on finding the whereabouts of the Namekians. My fleet and I helped many planets from corrupted rulers and gained many followers. Before I knew what happened we had around 1,000 men with five ships. Many aliens joined us because they had no purpose. Those guys were my friends. My allies. Sadly, our popularity among the galaxies attracted unwanted attention. A Saiyan named Broly didn't like the fact that I was helping planets that he claimed and saw my fleet as a threat. Needless to say, his several thousand men waged war against my one thousand." Mirai Trunks took a break from his story to calm his emotions.
"Broly? As in the legendary Super Saiyan Broly?" Questioned Gohan. Mirai Trunks nodded. "My dad defeated him. Unless he didn't in your timeline." Gohan stated.
"I remember, I was here when we went to New Vegeta after all. In my timeline, Goku did defeat him but he didn't die. He may still be alive in this timeline. Regardless though, in my timeline he wasn't quite as insane. He struck fear into his slaves. That's how he controlled everyone." he continued.
"Well, I'm guessing you won considering your here. Right?" Gohan asked.
"It depends on how you look at the situation. I was victorious in defeating Broly. But, I was defeated in the fact that thousands of people died. My fleet landed on the planet Yardrat and-"
"Hey that's where my Dad learned instant transmission!" Gohan said cutting Trunks off. Trunks glared at Gohan. "My apologies, carry on."
"Like I was saying... My fleet landed on planet Yardrat closely followed by Broly's fleet. I soon found out that the Yardrats were also enslaved by Broly and I told them I would release them if they fought back with me. My fleet alone couldn't fight his while I was fighting him. We were severely outnumbered but the Yardrats stood beside me without hesitation once they found out I was a friend of Goku's. In the end, Broly ruthlessly slaughtered all of my friends and knocked me out cold. I think he assumed I was dead. I awoke only a few hours later under some rubble. I dug my way out and saw the destruction. My entire fleet was destroyed. My friends, the people who trusted me...They were all dead. I...I snapped Gohan. I let the rage consume me and I ascended to Super Saiyan 3. I had achieved Super Saiyan 2 through hard work a lot earlier. I didn't even know this level existed. I just found out today that Goku has also achieved it." Trunks stated. Trunks put his feet off of the table and crossed his arms against his chest. He had to take another break to cool down. He picked himself up from his seat and looked through the refrigerator.
"Hey Gohan, we got any beer?" Trunks asked.
"Err. No, we don't. We have root beer though!" Gohan replied happily trying to lighten the mood.
Trunks grunted and grabbed two root beers and threw one to Gohan, who was still sitting at the dining table. Trunks opened his can and began sipping it lightly as he made his way to the living room with Gohan in tow behind him. Trunks flopped down onto the couch while Gohan sat in a recliner.
"As I was saying, I ascended and engaged into another fight with Broly. It was completely one-sided this time. I killed him in a matter of minutes. I passed out from the lack of energy soon after. I awoke in a makeshift bed a few days later. I drained so much energy that I had to be nursed back to health by the Yardrats for three days before I awoke. Needless to say, I was their hero." Trunks continued.
"I lost all my friends. The survivors from Broly's fleet escaped in fear of me. Some decided to stay and thank me for defeating Broly. They wanted to join me but I declined. I didn't want a repeat of what happened. I managed to get some information from some of them though. It turns out, New Namek was destroyed because the Namekians wouldn't summon Porunga for Broly. My mission was a failure. I stayed with the Yardrats for a while until they made me a spaceship. Afterwards, I returned to Earth. I had been gone for nearly four years in space. I spent the next three working on a way to communicate with alternate universes such as this one. I finally succeeded and got in contact with my mom here. She made a inter-dimensional transporter and she zapped me here." Mirai Trunks explained. [1]
"I'm sorry about what happened to you Trunks. You've been through a lot. But now you've got us. We'll help you through this man." Gohan said trying to brighten Trunks' mood.
"Thanks Gohan. You're a good friend. Oh, and call me Mirai. It'll lessen the confusion. Anyway, it's been around seven or eight years since we've both seen each other. I'm 26 now. I'm guessing your 18?" questioned Mirai.
"Yeah, my birthday and my girlfriend's are in the same month. We'll both be turning 19 in like, four months." Gohan explained.
"I thought I sensed someone new earlier. So, is it a serious relationship or have you become a player since I last saw you?" Mirai asked smirking.
Gohan smiled at his comment and began thinking about Videl. He's been separated from her for an hour and he's already going through withdrawals. "You've mistaken me for Goten. He's the ladies man. But Videl is very special to me. She's like a drug. I'm addicted and I just can't get enough." Gohan said in a dream-like state.
"Man, you got it bad. Don't worry about it man. I'm sure you'll be able to see her again in less than a month." Mirai reassured. Gohan just nodded in silence.
After a few minutes of silence, Gohan finally spoke up. "So, Mirai, what exactly are you doing on my ship?" Gohan questioned.
"Well, consider me your backup in case something happens. I have a lot more experience when it comes to traveling in space than you do." Mirai bluntly stated.
"Well, you're already here so I guess I can't really kick you out into outer space. I appreciate the company though. And it's nice to see you after so many years. You know, you look nearly exactly the same as you were all those years ago." Gohan said.
"Saiyan's stay in their prime longer before they start to age. Humans start looking old around their late forties while we start looking old around our late fifties. Due to our physical nature, we tend to live a decade or two longer than the average human. Since we're half, it probably doesn't affect us as much." Mirai explained.
"I suppose that makes sense. Anyway, I'm going to bed. We gotta long week ahead of us." Gohan said retreating into his bedroom.
´Welp. Time to train!´ Thought Mirai as he bounded for the gravity room.
Capsule Corporation
Videl ran away from the launching area. She couldn't bear the fact that Gohan was leaving and was on the verge of breaking down into tears. She couldn't show any weakness, especially in front of his friends. Videl ran outdoors from Capsule Corporation and sat under the shade of one of the trees. A minute or two later, Chi-Chi approached her slowly and sat down next to her. The two women sat silently for a few minutes until Chi-Chi decided to break the silence.
"I know what you're going through you know." Chi-Chi told Videl.
"..." Videl couldn't bring herself to reply. Chi-Chi leaned in closer and laid Videl's head on her shoulder.
"Gohan left me when he was just a little boy. He went to Namek with Bulma and Krillin. I only expected the worst to happen." Chi-Chi explained.
Videl rubbed away the tears that were threatening to spill from her eyes. "How did you manage? Gohan has told me about Namek and from what I heard, he was in danger of being killed at all times." Videl said in a hushed voice.
"I didn't. I worried everyday until he returned. My mood plummeted even further when Goku left to join him. I was reassured knowing that Goku was there to protect my baby boy. But that didn't stop me from worrying." Chi-Chi explained. Chi-Chi began rubbing Videl's short hair. Almost playing with it in a motherly fashion. ´This girl is a keeper. Hopefully she can put up with Gohan. I might get the daughter I've always wanted.´ Chi-Chi smiled at the thoughts of finally having a daughter figure in her family.
"Does it ever go away? The worrying I mean?" Videl questioned.
"I'm afraid not dear. Over time you will learn to accept the fact that Saiyans will be Saiyans. We can worry those men to the moon and back and they'll just give us that smile that washes all our worries down the drain."[2] Chi-Chi replied with a smile, reminiscing about all the times that Goku escaped the wrath of her frying pan by simply flashing a grin.
Videl smiled at the mental image of Gohan smiling at her. "Chi-Chi, I- I love him. I really do." Videl admitted.
Chi-Chi stiffened at her comment. ´Oh my Kami, oh my Kami, she admitted it. Okay, I need to remain calm. I don't want to freak her out. Breathe in, breathe out.´ Chi-Chi was freaking out on the inside but told herself she would stay calm.
"Oh my goodness Videl, you're going to be the best bride for my little boy! I can't wait until I can plan the wedding! We have to tell Bulma!" Chi-Chi managed to say in a matter of seconds. During her explosion, Chi-Chi made sure to squeeze the life out of Videl. Videl had to slightly raise her ki to prevent her ribs from cracking under the pressure.
"Chi...Chi...Your hurting...me." Videl managed to say between breaths.
If Chi-Chi heard her, she showed no sign that she did. "I can't wait for all the grand babies! I wonder if the first will be a boy or a girl? Oh, I hope it's a girl so much! I'm sick of all these fighters in the family. Videl you'll be a sweet girl and give me a granddaughter right?" Chi-Chi frantically asked, finally letting go of the winded crime fighter.
"Uh...-"
"Oh of course you will! We have to come up with names! Let's go talk to Bulma!" Chi-Chi cut her off. She then proceeded to death grip her assumed future daughter in law's wrist and dragged her back inside Capsule Corp.
´I never knew Chi-Chi was this strong! She's almost at my level. Without Gohan's training, I think she would be stronger than me! I should expect nothing less from a WMAT contender. Oh no, she's going to Bulma!´ Videl gave an internal sigh and decided to accept her fate. It was going to be a long night.
Satan Mansion
Videl closed the mansion door behind her and proceeded to her bedroom. Upon entering her room, she sloppily fell face first onto her bed. It had been a long day of taking about babies and marriage. Videl had tuned out the two women who happened to be the wives of Saiyans. She didn't bother to interrupt the two while they threw her through a crash course on how to be a wife to a Saiyan. They acted as if Gohan had proposed to her already. Videl knew they had only been dating for a few days, but the raven haired girl wouldn't object if he proposed. Regardless, she wanted to take things slowly. Well, slowly for a Saiyan that is.
Videl knew Saiyan relationships tend to escalate rather quickly. Goku proposed to Chi-Chi as soon as they met each other. Well, when they first met each other for the second time anyway. After everything Videl had been through with Gohan, she was almost certain only death could do them apart.
Videl was yanked out of her thoughts as her father entered her room.
"Hey sweet pea, are you feeling okay?" Hercule asked worriedly.
"I'm fine dad, I just have a lot on my mind at the moment." Videl admitted. "What brings you home so early? I wasn't expecting you home for another few days."
Hercule's expression went from caring to overprotective father mode. "I heard from a little bird that MY daughter was DATING a BOY." Hercule stated emphasizing select words.
"Daddy please, I really don't want to go through this with you right now." Videl said while rubbing her temples with both her middle and index fingers.
"Videl, I only want what's best for you. You know my rule on you dating. He has to be stronger than your old man!" Hercule boasted.
"Dad, do you really want to fight the real world savior?" Videl questioned with a smirk, knowing she had won this argument.
"Wha- No, you're dating Go-...Gohan?!" Hercule asked surprisingly.
"I honestly thought it was painfully obvious that I liked him when I practically jumped into his arms after Buu was defeated." Videl replied.
"Uh...I...I think he's perfect for you! Hehe, yeah I suspected it all along. That boy is more than capable of taking care of you. I approve of him pumpkin." Hercule said nervously.
"I'm glad you approve of him and all dad but I don't need him to protect me. I'm perfectly capable of handling myself." Videl proudly stated.
"Well pumpkin, I really can't tell you what to do anymore. You're a woman now. But, as your father, I must ask...Is he treating you right? Does he really care about you?" Hercule sincerely asked.
Videl's eyes sparkled a little before she spoke. "I couldn't ask for a better boyfriend, dad. He...He loves me...And I love him back."
"Well if he makes you happy, then I'm happy." Hercule gave a soft smile. "Now then, I have to go make sure Buu and Bee aren't arguing over the TV again. Goodnight Videl."
"G'night daddy." Videl said.
Bzzzzzt. Bzzzzzt. Bzzzzzt. ´Uhg, whose calling me at- Woah! 1 o'clock PM? I slept in. Oh, it's Erasa. I guess I owe her an explanation. I haven't talked to her since the movies.´ Videl pushed her thoughts aside and answered her phone.
"Hey Erasa." Videl started.
"'Hey Erasa', that's all you have to say?! You have some explaining to do!" shrieked Erasa.
"I'm sorry Erasa. These last few days have been hectic. I shouldn't have left you in the dark like I did." Videl apologized.
"Damn right you do! I haven't talked to any of you! I think Sharpner fell off the face of the Earth, I don't know where he is. That's not the point though, spill it! What's up with you and Gohan?" Erasa asked like it was the most important thing in the world, when in reality, it was to her.
Sigh. "Yes Erasa, we're a couple now." Videl said, shoving her phone away from her ear to avoid going death from the shrieking on Erasa's end.
"Oh my Kami! I bet your Saiyagirl, aren't you!" Erasa screamed through the phone.
"Yeah, that's me." Videl said joyfully.
"We have sooo much to talk about. I'll be by in about 15 minutes." Erasa said before hanging up.
Videl knew she would be explaining the events from the last few days. She felt guilty for keeping her best friend out of the loop so she would happily oblige. Of course, Videl would have to stretch the truth a bit. Deciding to say Gohan was out on a business trip rather than a intergalactic trip. For some reason, Videl knew this was going to be another long day.
(A/U)
Alright guys, I have a few things to go over in this note. First, let's get the foot notes out-of-the-way.
[1] What do you guys think about the idea of me writing a fic about Mirai Trunks' past over the seven/eight year gap? It wouldn't be updated as often as this and shouldn't interfere too much with these updates. I'm open to it if you would like to know more about my Mirai Trunks. The summary is basically Mirai talking to Gohan. I'll just add details to his life.
[2] Was the moon even brought back? I can't remember. Let's assume it was.
As far as the size of my chapters, I'm going to start ending them where I feel they should be ended. Whether it be 2k words, or 10k words. I'm sorry if some of you object to this. For my fellow authors reading this, I'm sure you understand. For the readers who don't write, trust me when I say that this can be tiring.
Some of you also mentioned what I said about Goku's potential being 'unlimited'. In DBZ: Battle of Gods, Bills states that he "Sees no end to Goku's potential". To me, if someone said there "was no end to the food" then I would make the assumption that there was an infinite supply of food. It's not a big deal, but I went back and rewatched the scene at the end of the movie, (English subbed of course), and that's what he said. Moving on,
I'm also going to be editing chapter one and chapter two to be more pleasing to the eye. My new viewers can thank Kakarot Son for giving me that advice. I wanted to keep it to reflect on my skill but he gave me a solution I can't believe I didn't think of.
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Chapter 4 completed July 17th, 2014.
Chapter 5 will be here by July 28th, sooner if you guys can get this story up to 35 total reviews. We're at 20 now!
Chapter 4 4,066 words.
