"Speech."

Thought.

Flashback.

(Authors note.)

Special emphasis.

Disclaimer. I do not own DB, DBZ, DBGT.

Chapter Four...

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Unstoppable

A fresh start...

As the day switches from it's subtle glow to the darkness of night and the street lamps illuminate the streets many hover limos and other expensive vehicles begin gathering outside of a tall building decorated with lights of different alternating colors.

As the vehicles pull up to the front of the building a man standing by in a well pressed suit waited for the vehicles to stop. He would reach out and open the door for the guests as they arrived and their dates if they had any. With a bright smile he would welcome them and hold his arm out to direct the guests to the front door where two more men wold open the doors.

A few members of the press were standing by idly, almost bored as each guest arrived. Each guest was ether some old couple with more diamonds then a jewelry store or some undeserving lucky kid that fell into wealth with the passing of a rich relative. The fake and arrogant smiles were hard to swallow, even for the press. They were there for the entire gathering but there were only two they really cared about.

A camera man brings his camera to his face to capture the next boring money bag when he realizes something. He brings his camera down slightly. "Hey! Shes here!" He announces with excitement.

The mans outburst startles some of the reporters out of their daze. They all turn their attention to the approaching limo with ever growing excitement. This was half of what they came for, one of their main goals of the night. As a whole they rush over to take their shots. None caring about the sour faces of the other guests.

As the limo door is opened the cameras start flashing. A single smooth slender leg slides out followed by another. The single men within the area all stop and gawk at the slender legs wile the married men steal glances when they can. As the young woman pushes herself from the limo her dark hair falls freely down to her waist and gently blows in the breeze.

As she steps off she ignores the eyes glued to her swaying hips. She wasn't used to it but she no longer cared ether. This little event would be over with in a little wile, all she had to do was put on her best fake smile and pose for the camera.

She didn't much care for her attire right now, she couldn't even remember buying it. She just assumed it was a gift that was tucked away with the hopes of it fading away. Sadly, it hadn't. The dress was black and tight. The top was two strings over the shoulders and hung down far enough to show ample cleavage. Further down the dress around the upper thy the dress had a split all the way down which showed off more leg then she wanted. Her heels were hard to walk in but she managed.

Videl turns around as she waits for Erasa and Sharpener to step out as well. The men seem to be just as interested in Erasa as they were in her when they see the voluptuous blond stepping out. Her glimmering red dress that collared around her neck wile displaying much of her back was an eye catcher alright. Her dress had a nice gap over the chest to show off her cleavage. Her red lipstick was the final step to her outfit.

Sharpener steps out of the limo on the far side and strolls around the back to meet with Erasa. Any single woman around looks the long haired man from top to bottom. He may have been a simple financial adviser but his past history with boxing and martial arts made him very handsome. He smiles smugly as he steps up to Erasa and the two join Videl.

The flashing cameras were distracting and blinding but the trio simply pushed past them. All they had to do was make it inside and the press wouldn't be near as bad. They wanted more to talk with the people inside then take photos. Videl could already tell tonight was just going to be another one of those nights.

She sighs inwardly. This was the third social event she attended this year and it looked just the same as before. Fancy place, fancy things, wealthy people with expensive things. She could only dread the onslaught of questions that were sure to come. Was she still single? Was she going to fight in the next tournament? Was she still single? Would she be going to the next social event? And her personal favorite, was she still single? The questions were always the same.

As she finally reaches the door and the doormen graciously pull them open. She hears the press burst into a second fit of excitement. This was something she wasn't used to. They always kept their focus on her as long as they could. She glances at Erasa for answers but can tell from her surprised expression she was just as clueless as herself. She doesn't even bother asking Sharpener, he never knew anything about who was attending these events unless it dealt with a super model.

The cold air of the ball room pours out giving her goosebumps on her pale skin. As the white limo pulls up it was clear to see that the occupant inside was a member of capsule corporation. But unless it was Bulma Briefs herself or one of the top research members the press wouldn't be acting like this. She watches along with everyone else as the limo door is pulled open.

Videls heart skips as Erasa gasps. This was the last person she expected to see tonight. Sharpener even seemed surprised by his appearance. Sure they all knew he worked at capsule corp but none of them knew he was important enough to appear at gathering like this. He was the smartest one in the school but still. He wasn't even in his mid twenties yet!

The cameras once again erupt as Gohan steps out. With the bombardment of flashing he didn't notice the eyes that were glued to him. All he could do was step off and thank the gentlemen for opening his door for him.

Videl was finding it hard to believe. The last time she had seen Gohan was graduation day. It was supposed to be a day of celebration but for the two of them it was anything but. Back then she looked so much different to, her hair was shorter and in pig tails and she wasn't near this filled out. From the looks of things though Gohan had changed a lot too. It was almost hard to believe.

His shoulders were broader and his face had hardened. He no longer had his child like features and he had gotten a little taller. If she wasn't mistaken he had also filled out quite well but from the distance she was at and the tux he had on it was hard to tell. His hair was pretty much the same, still the spiky black it always was just a tad longer.

She had to quickly shake her head to get her eyes off of him. She glances at Erasa and frowns. The girl was dreaming already!

"Hey! Are we just gonna stand here or are we going inside?" She snaps harshly.

Erasa slowly turns to Videl, her eyes still on Gohan for a second more until she realizes the intense glare she was getting from her friend. She looks down with a slight blush. "Oops, sorry Videl. I didn't realize you still liked him."

Now it was Videls turn to blush. "I- I!" She was speechless. Instead of trying to find the words that weren't there she hastily reaches out and grabs onto Erasa's hand and Sharpeners arm and pulls them into the building before Gohan could notice them. "Come on you two!"

As she pulls them into the building Erasa walks awkwardly on her high heels wile Sharpener stumbles. "Hey what the?" Sharpener protests.

"Can it Sharpener!" Videl barks as the three disappear into the building.

Gohan was getting frustrated with the flashes. He already didn't want to be here, these flashes were making things worse. He brought his hand up to his face to try and block some of the flashes. It worked a little but the blinding flashes still broke through in spots. He sighs to himself. 'Well, I hope the food is worth all of this.'

As he makes his way to the doors and the flashes subside he smiles in relief. The hard part was done for now. Now he just had to endure the boredom of pointless conversations and photos. He hated these kind of events, these people made him question his choice of saving the planet sometimes but in the end he would always just ignore them. They weren't the ones he was saving nowadays.

The doormen quickly pull the doors open and welcome the new arrival. Gohan smiles to the men and steps in. He pauses just as he takes the first few steps. This place was unreal. He knew that it was going to be fancy but nothing like this. Some women had rings as big as his thumb wile some men had bigger chains on the rappers. All in all they looked ridiculous.

It was then that a man standing just behind a podium caught his attention. He walks over to the short man. "Um, hello sir. Are you the one I'm supposed to see for my arrival?" He was obviously uncomfortable.

The man doesn't even look up. "Name please?" His voice was very squeaky.

"Son Gohan." Was Gohan's simple reply.

The mans head shoots up. His thick glasses reflect the light from the chandeliers as he gawks at the man before him. He quickly flips through his check list and drags his finger down the page till he finds the correct name.

"Y-Yes sir! Welcome Mr. Son!" He replies quickly and respectively. "Your seated at table seven, next to the Satan table."

Gohan's eyes widen. "Satan table? As in."

"Videl Satan, yes sir! Please, follow the usher, he'll show you over sir." The man bows with his left arm held out to the usher. The usher takes his signal and smiles as he steps forward. "Please, right this way."

As the usher steps off Gohan hesitantly follows behind. He could feel his heart beating just a little harder wile his mouth drys and palms sweat. He knew Videl was often scheduled for these kinds of events and that she had a habit of not showing due to some injury from training or pure exhaustion. Since he wasn't often made to go to these events ether he rarely even had the chance to see her, much less be seated within reaching distance.

Each step through the crowd of riches brought him closer to her, that was all to clear. Each step brought back a memory that he had tried to forget. He had tried for a long time now to forget about those days, both the good and the bad. He wanted to forget them but, at the same time, he didn't. Those memories were all he had.

The last day he saw her was one of his darker. But that was a long time ago. Things had changed. He, had changed. He knew he wasn't as dense as before and he had been in a couple of relationships since then. He hoped maybe he had gotten over her by now and that these jitters he was feeling were just because of the awkward feeling he knew was eminent.

However, as the usher excused himself through the last small group of wealthy snobs and the visual path was cleared for Gohan, he got his first good look at the raven haired woman. He had to pause. His breath caught in his chest and all noise around him went silent. She wasn't looking his way, she seemed focused on her conversation with.

"Erasa! I'm not still in love! You know I got over him a long time ago." Videl scolds as she glares daggers at her blonde friend.

The busty blonde leans in closer to Videl, her ability to yell over even the dullest of crowds was pitiful at best. As she leans she glances at one of the younger bachelors a few tables down that was eying her lustfully. She would check him out later though. "Videl, is it to much for you to just admit you still feel something for him?"

Videls face softens slightly. "Even if I did it wouldn't matter." Her tone saddens.

"Why not?" Erasa whispers. "Because of Raven?"

"Yes, I couldn't just string him along like that. It wouldn't be fair." The regret in her tone wasn't hard to pick up on. Even Sharpener could have noticed it had he not been at the bar flirting with the bartender.

Erasa reaches over the table and places her hand on Videls and smiles a soft comforting smile. "Vi, at least talk to him. Maybe you guys could be friends at least. Don't be so cold to."

"Here's your table Mr. Son. Feel free to move about the room as you like. If you get thirsty then the bar is right in the corner. A server will be by shortly to get your meal for the evening." The usher says with a bit to much courtesy.

Videl stiffens slightly as Erasa jerks her hand back. Neither female could turn to face him. The surprise was written all over the both of them. It was the first time they had heard his name from someone other then each other in years.

"Err, thanks. Is anybody else seated here?" He asks nervously. He was trying to keep from giving away his nervous disposition.

"No sir, the tables are reserved for the guest and their invited party." The usher bows respectively and departs leaving Gohan alone.

'Just great. This is gonna suck!' With a shaky hand he reaches out and pulls the chair out. He slides into his seat and tries to ignore the women next to him. He takes in a deep breath and as the flowery fragrance of Videls perfume passes through him he feels an intense burning in his chest. He knew it right then and there.

His voice sent a chill down her spine. It was a little deeper now but she still knew it as his. Her once cool skin from the cold air of the room began to burn. She could feel her cheeks heat up. If it wasn't for the dim lights then her light blush would have been clear for all to see. Without thinking, she begins gnawing on her lip lightly.

The awkward silence was deafening. They would need a miracle to break it. Even Erasa was, for once, at a loss. A smooth and delicate miracle was all they needed.

"Holy shit. Been a wile eh Gohan?" Sharpener boasts. His sudden appearance seemed like a derailing train. Instead of a miracle, they got Sharpener.

Erasa nearly fell from her chair at the outburst. She reaches back and lightly slaps Sharpener on the arm. It was meant to hurt but the former fighter barely even noticed it.

"What the Hell was that for?" He protests.

Videl meanwhile had nearly choked on her own tongue. Sharpener was not who she had expected at that particular moment. She quickly looks down to avoid looking directly at Gohan. She wasn't ready for this, not yet.

Gohan jumps at the sound of his own name. He wanted very badly to just be invisible, to just make it through this event without notice. His hopes had been blown away. He vowed to give Bulma the best verbal lashing he could after this.

With a deep breath he turns his head to his old classmate. With the best fake smile and surprised expression he could muster he stands up. "Sharpener! What are you doing here?" He manages to fake enthusiasm fairly well.

Erasa takes her chance. It may not have been the romantic and subtle chance she wanted but it was a chance none the less. She clears her throat and glares as best as she can from the corners of her eyes as she folds her arms. "Nice to see you to Gohan!" Her angry tone comes off more as playful.

Gohan hesitantly brings his eyes down. With a deep swallow he pushes back his jitters. He had to at least try not to sound like an idiot. Maybe things had changed. Maybe, he could at least be friends with the only one still silent at the table.

"Erasa? Is that really you? I hardly recognize you!" Once again, he manages to fake the surprise perfectly.

Videl was still at a loss. Her heart was in her throat now, she felt so nervous. What would she say? She knew it was only a matter of time before.

Erasa couldn't help it. She was terrible at putting on these angry acts. That and she felt so much calmer around Gohan, just like before. It was a feeling she didn't even know she missed. With a light giggle she pushes herself up and walks up to Gohan.

Videl watches her out of the corner of her eye with a hint of jealousy. This was a feeling she hoped had faded away but it hadn't. It was, if anything, worse now.

As Erasa wraps her arms around Gohan's neck Gohan responds by wrapping his arms around her waist, the friendly hug seemed a bit to friendly for Videl. She was starting to heat up bad now. She saw the way Erasa had gawked at Gohan before, now she was rubbing her body on his. She didn't want her so close! She wanted her off of him, now! She had just about had enough, her eyes were slanting angrily.

Erasa breaks the friendly embrace and looks Gohan in his eyes, she notices how his eyes had hardened but still kept their friendly gleam to them. "Guess who else is here Gohan?" She says with a wink.

Videls jealous anger instantly dies out and is immediately replaced with butterflies in her stomach. This was it.

Gohan had managed to play it cool the whole time now. The moment Erasa gives him that wink however he begins loosing it. His palms sweat again. He can't ignore the way his stomach twists around. He stutters as he responds. "W-Whos that?"

Erasa takes a step back and nods her head over in Videls direction. Gohan follows the nodding gesture and freezes. Videl brings her head back up finally as Erasa steps back. Her skin turns to ice as her eyes meet with his, for the first time in years. It felt like they never had left him.

"It's none other then Videl." Erasa informs.

Time suddenly stopped.

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(A/N: It's getting a bit harder to write right now. Not because of work or anything but I've just been feeling very lazy. Legendary takes a few days to a week per chapter then I do a chapter for this one all wile working on a book and other fics that I'm currently struggling with. I think I'm just getting exhausted lol. Oh well, I'm off to start the next chapters!)

The0Blind)Writer: I did skip a bunch but that was the objective for me. I wanted to break away from whats been done so much. There's a lot going on with this story and only a fraction has been revealed. I already know of most of the faults that people may find with this story but I already know how I'm going to explain those. You kinda had part of this chapter figured though lol.

Mr Blue22: Maybe they are, maybe the are not. The story is still very young. I will only say this, you will see their names mentioned again...

MysticGohan87: Wasn't it though? Lol, I thought about writing about the whole seven years but figured it would be better if I just jumped ahead. Don't worry though, a lot of things that happened during those "between years" will be included throughout the story.

Sgt. Son Gohan: It really has been beaten to death. I was gonna make them in college but it woulda just turned out like high school so I just made everyone older.

To everyone else, thanks for the reviews and alerts. Hope you all enjoyed this chap!