A/N- Yay!!!!!!! Exams are finally over! And they were soooooooooooooooo easy! ^_^ ^_^ ^_^ Now, I can finally update, thanks for being so patient. ^_^

"Ubuu, I want you to go to the castle and tell my baby girl that she is to come back home, right away!" Gohan said calmly, although he had a strong urge to break something.

"Oh, Gohan," said Videl, disapprovingly. " I'm sure this is all just a big misunderstanding. Don't worry so much."

"Don't worry?! How can I not worry?! My only daughter is being used by some arrogant jerk!"

"Gohan, stop yelling! Can't you learn to trust our daughter?" Gohan closed his eyes and breathed heavily before finally calming down. Putting his hands on his wife's shoulders, he looked straight into her eyes.

"I guess I am overreacting a bit, but when it comes to you and Pan, I can't help but worry." He said sweetly. Videl smiled, as they got lost in each other's eyes. However, Ubuu, not wanting to witness another love scene, cleared his throat.

"So, I suppose I should leave now?" He asked, already knowing the answer. Gohan- regaining his previous stern look- nodded gravely, but Videl looked out the window anxiously.

"I don't know it's rather late. Maybe he should wait until morning."

"Ubuu will be fine. He's strong and is carrying a weapon. As for Pan, she grew up in this town, roaming the streets pass midnight. I'm sure she'll be fine, nothing has ever happened before." Videl consented although her face was wrinkled with apprehensiveness. Ubuu pulled on his coat and walked into the cool night shouting a 'good-bye' over his shoulder.

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Pan, who was still in the delightful garden, had found a small bench and was sitting upon it, reflecting upon the last few minutes. Apparently, she was very confused. Her dull life had unexpectedly become a jumble of confusing events, mixed feelings, and so much more, all in a matter of minutes. She never knew a boy could have such a strange effect on her emotions.

And to make matters worse, Pan knew that no matter what her parents argued, she could not marry Ubuu. As he continuously tried to follow her and impress her, she felt their strong friendship slowly being reduced into nothing and she could barely even consider them close friends anymore. Refusing the marriage would disappoint everyone, but what was her father thinking?! How did he expect a nineteen (almost twenty) year-old girl to approve to marry one of her best friends whom she hadn't seen for ages?

But then there would be another problem. Being poor and somewhat isolated from the townspeople, there was a very slim chance of Pan ever meeting her 'perfect match'. And although she was still young most girls were married at younger ages, sixteen, seventeen, eighteen… She didn't want to be alone for the rest of her life. What kind of living would that be? No one to talk to, no one to bicker with, no one to worry about, no one to love. And yet, as Pan continued to distress about being alone, one person came to mind…

As she heard a creak, she looked up, and as if by coincidence, Trunks was standing in front of her.

"There's someone here to see you," He said in a disgusted tone. A look of hurt flashed through Pan's eyes as she heard his aggravated voice.

"Okay," she said slowly. Trunks sensed she was upset and softened his voice.

"Sorry, it was that guard, what's his name, Ubuu? Well, he was being really rude, I guess it made me kind of angry." Pan smiled knowingly.

"Yeah, he can be so rude sometimes."

"Oh, yeah, that's right, I remember seeing you with him in the hall one day…."

"Yeah, and the jerk tried to kiss me!" Snapped Pan, still infuriated about that incident.

"Err…I'm assuming you don't like him?"

"Well, we used to be friends but…" For the third time that week, she was reminded of that certain memory.

"But my father…" Pan started to explain, but for some reason she had trouble telling him.

"That's okay," Trunks said kindly. "I think I understand. Anyways, we better get going." Pan nodded and was trying to wonder how she could get back into the passage up in the ceiling, but Trunks took her arm and led her away.

"There's a quicker way. We might get caught, but it's less suspicious. I don't think your friend would like it if he saw you come out of my room." He said with a wink. Pan felt her face heat up, but Trunks was fortunately unaware to this.

He had let go of her arm and was now fiddling with the wall.

"This is the way I had used earlier. Although you probably noticed anyways," He stated. Pan nodded, she hadn't noticed though. How could she? Kami, Trunks was one confusing boy, acting as if nothing had ever happened. Maybe I was just dreaming, Pan thought. But she knew better. If it would have been a dream it would have been much more romantic- if possible- and there would have been a lot of kissing. She smirked mischievously. A whole lot…

"What's so funny?" Trunks asked. The wall slid open to show yet another passage. However, this one wasn't dark and narrow. It had lights lined across the walls in a horizontal line going on and on and as far as she could see. The stone floor was rather wet and the dampness arose into her thin shoes, freezing her weary feet.

"Nothing," She replied answering his question, "Why is it so wet in here?"

"The rain leaks through," replied Trunks briskly. Pan raised an eyebrow, wondering how in the world the rainwater could leak into the underground tunnel. But she quickly found out as they continued walking.

The long tunnel twisted and turned jadedly and not only that but it sloped upwards. Pan surveyed the ceiling and noticed small trickles of water streaming down onto the floor, and this answered her previous question. As they went on it got drier but much steeper. Soon, they came to a stop and Trunks pushed on the wall in front of them. They sauntered forward and as the wall slammed behind them, Pan noticed that it was a painting. Down the hall, they could see Ubuu pacing the hallway impatiently.

"And this, my lady, is where I have to leave you," Trunks said with a playful look in his eyes. Pan grinned and was about to retort but Ubuu came over and grabbed her arm. She yanked her arm out his grasp with a dismayed appearance on her face and looked over at Trunks for help. In spite of her yearning look, Trunks decided to keep out and simply bid them farewell.

As she watched her friend walk away, Ubuu stared at her with a defensive look on his face.

"What do you want?" Pan asked rather bitterly, avoiding Ubuu's dark eyes. Ubuu, taken aback by Pan's harsh tone, almost forgot what he was there for. Until Gohan's angry face entered his mind.

"Your father wants you to come home right away."

"Why is that?" She asked suspiciously.

"He just does. And you better hurry and be on your way. It's getting dark."

"Right. Well, won't the queen be upset if I just up and left?"

"She said it was okay." Sighed Ubuu, tired of all her questions. Pan glanced out the window before taking a small breath and walking towards the door.

"I'll see you later!" Ubuu called, but he got no reply. Pan had turned her deaf ears on him as her head filled up with thoughts about the prince. Ubuu stared at her retreating form, waiting for her to at least wave. But Pan walked on, and Ubuu stood in the hall with a sad, rejected look on his face.

A/N- Awww……Poor Ubuu. L I was so mean to the poor guy. I apologize for the short chappie. It's just I haven't been online for so long, I'm dying to read some new fanfics. Hehe. Anyways, I hope you enjoyed this chapter, I was planning to add some action, but it sorta slipped my mind. Sorry about that. There will probably be a little Ubuu/Marron in the next chapter, because I feel sorry for Ubuu. Anyhows, thanx to everyone who reviewed.

Solphie- You know, I never really thought about that…And your right, it would be weird, it's too perfect. But some things were just meant to be, I guess…..I dunno, anywayz, thanx for reviewing J

Pannychan- Hehe, darn exams…

Z- Thanx, I'm glad you liked it! Yah, Haha, evil Ubuu, but I feel bad for making him so unlovable.

LoNely*PaN- See! Everyone hates the poor guy! Lol.

chibigoten124/SSJ3MysticPan- Hehe, I was born to annoy people. Seriously, I'm so good at it…

Pink-lemonade-86- Hehe, after reading your review, I tried to fix it in this chapter. So now we kinda know…kinda…^_^()

Pan- Will do!

Jess- ^_^

Essie da Princess of Light- Aww…Thanx for wishing me luck! ^_^ Trust me, I definitely needed it. LOL.

PanChan- Hehe, yup, mean, that's me. Thanx for the review.

Waterprincess- thanx!

Fox_Demon- Omg, I feel so special! Hehe, you're so nice. Anyways, glad you like my fic. But you should definitely read some more Dbz fics, there are some really great ones.^_^

Sporky- Hehe, it feels good to be worshipped. Wow, your probably the only one who blamed Bulma for interrupting them and not me, lol.

Gurlie Gal- Hehe, evil Ubuu…

Lady Tomboy- I am SOOOOOOOOOOOO evil. ^_^

TrunksPan-Luver4evr- I always try to make long chapters, but each time they get shorter..and shorter..and shorter….^_^()

Yokiko Pan- They will probably kiss the next chapter, of course, that's what I said last chappie…

NaraChan- Yupperz, G/B, T/P rock!

dragon agility- Hmm….colored font…interesting…

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