A/N: Apologises for taking so very long to update! I was suffering from writer's block, but it's all cured now! I have the ending all planned out. There will be three more chapters after this one.

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Dreaming of You – Chapter 10

Bulma stood back up, gazing at the machine in front of her with satisfaction. It was finally completed. It'd taken her several days, but that was to be expected. After all, building her latest creation in such short time was a challenge, even for her.

The idea came to her on the very day Pan and Trunks left for their dragonball hunt. Seeing the obvious attraction between the two of them, she felt the need to do something, anything, to help. The two seemed unwilling to act upon what they had, so she couldn't help getting involved. Giving them the capsule, which she knew only came with one double bed, was the best she could do at the time, considering the situation. Pan must have caught on straight away, without a doubt.

Wiping her hands clean using a clean cloth, she left her lab, closing the door shut behind her. As she walked towards her bedroom, she smiled. Meddling in matters of love was an old hobby of hers. It was no secret that she'd been hoping that one of her kids would marry into Goku's family. Since Gohan and Bra weren't going to and her Trunks was too old for Pan, this new pair would be the ideal choice. What made things even more interesting and easier was that they were attracted to each other.

She could only hope that they revealed their feelings for one another and made her life easier. She had done her bit and much, much more. Now all she could do was wait until they returned before revealing her latest invention…

Pan stuffed the latest dragonball into her bag, looking over at Trunks who was watching her.

"Well, that's six down and one more to go." She stood back up, slinging the backpack on. He nodded, looking distracted. She eyed him with concern, wondering what was bothering him. Ever since they found the sixth dragonball, he had been silent, not really making an effort to make conversation.

"What's wrong?" She asked, wrapping her arms around him. He didn't answer right away, but he responded to her touch, turning around to hold her.

"It's nothing, really," he said, giving her a small smile.

"And you expect me to believe that? Come on, Trunks. I know when something's bothering you." She heard him chuckle, feeling his hand on her cheek, caressing it gently.

"We don't much time left together," he muttered softly, his eyes on hers. Hearing his words had an obvious effect on her. Her eyes left his, not wanting him to see the anguish in them.

"I know," she commented, meeting his eyes once more, "Which is why we should make the most of it, while we can." He nodded, pulling her close. She breathed in his smell, which she was pretty much used to by now.

It was strange, so much had happened in the past couple of days that she was pretty much prepared for anything to happen. Ever since they had declared their feelings for one another, they were both mentally preparing themselves for what was to come. It was inevitable, after all. During their short time together, they lived each moment like it was a whole lifetime. They were, undoubtedly, the best moments of their lives.

But, in a distant part of their mind, which they couldn't avoid, the truth continued to haunt them. As much as it was eating away at them, neither mentioned anything, choosing not to ruin their temporary happiness. They hid their sorrow behind their smiles, unaware that the other could see right through them.

There was no need for words. Their kisses and touches were enough to keep the pain at bay and had more effect, than words ever could.

It wasn't like they could find a way to be together. Both had accepted that it wasn't possible and didn't waste any time, trying to find a solution. All they could do was live in the present.

"The next dragonball is close by," she mentioned softly. He pulled back, but held her at arm's length.

"Right now, I don't care," he told her, "We can find it tomorrow." She was a bit taken aback at his words, but didn't comment.

"Okay," she found herself agreeing. He breathed a sigh of relief, as if he'd been worried about her answer. Instead, he gave her a quick kiss, before lifting her up in his arms.

"Hey…" She complained, hearing him chuckle. He smirked, seeing her pout.

"Just sit back and enjoy the ride," he said and took off into the sky…

A/N: Okay, I know it's short, but I planned it like this. Don't worry, I'll be updating very soon. Please review! ^_^