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A/N: I should probably go ahead and tell you right now, that Fasha is Raditz, and Kakarott's mother in this fic. I know it's unknown who their real mother is, but hey, I like Fasha. And, you'll definitely get to see what she has to say about Raditz and 18 mating.

Special thanks to Aeternus Rosa and LyraRayne for their constant support.

"48 hours and a half left." Raditz muttered to himself in utter boredom, sitting in one of the two chairs in the small, control room. Eighteen was in the the bedroom still, and had yet to come out. And it didn't take a genius to know that she was still pretty upset, but hey, what the hell could he say? It wasn't as if he was the one to initiate it. She bit him first, and he followed shortly after.

Plus, it wasn't as if he was upset about all of his memories being seen. Sure, it was beyond intrusive, but that was the point of mating - if it was done correctly. Becoming as one. Right now, he had a mental barrier up to restrict her from hearing his thoughts, and she had the same thing up.

He was just glad Eighteen hadn't decide to take her anger out on him, seeing how upset she was. Hell, he already had to worry about his mother doing that to him. And in his opinion, this purging mission could last as long as it wanted to.

As long as he didn't have to face the wrath of his mother.

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Eighteen sat on her bed, her eyes staring out the sole window into the depths of space. She didn't know how she felt right now. She felt a mixture of things - some of which she couldn't identify and some of what she could identify. Even though she had seen his memories as well, she still couldn't help but feel betrayed. She supposed it was somewhat like writing down all of your emotions and personal problems in a journal, and then having someone read it when you wanted no one to read it in the first place. Because that journal was yours. And was there for the sole person of you venting out your feelings.

She didn't even know how she felt about Raditz, and they were now officially mated. She knew that she found him attractive, and after what occurred, that she wanted him on a physical level as well.

Due to the bond, the practically knew everything about each other or could pretty much assume due to the memories they saw. Thankfully, the were both in the same class so not much complications would arise from that.

"You still upset, huh?"

Eighteen turned to face him, a light scowl on her face. "I'm glad you noticed."

Raditz narrowed his eyes, his arms crossed over his chest. "Tch. And here I came to see if you were alright. I thought you finally had enough of brooding all the got damn time."

Eighteen bared her teeth. "What the hell is that suppose to mean? It's not like you would understand."

Raditz uncrossed his arms, irritated. "How the hell would you know what I can or can't understand?"

Eighteen rolled her eyes. "I don't have to explain myself to you."

"I liked you better when you writhing underneath me."

Eighteen smirked. "And who said I liked it? I could have been faking for all you know."

Raditz raised an eyebrow. "Is that so?" he challenged curiously.

Eighteen shrugged nonchalantly. "Perhaps."

Raditz smirked. "Hmph. You just made the next time a lot harder on yourself."

Eighteen waved him off dismissively. "What did you want?"

"Maybe if you didn't bite my damn head off when I asked if you were alright, you would have known by now."

"Oh? Did I hurt your feelings?"

"Why you - " Raditz was interrupted by the sound of his mother's voice chuckling on the end of his scouter. His eyes widened. "What the h- Mother?"

Sounds like you're receiving quite the handful, Raditz.

Raditz eyes narrowed. "Where you eavesdropping?"

Even if I was, what makes you think I'd tell you that?

Raditz rolled his eyes. "Is there something important you had to say?"

Hmph. Your father and I are heading out on a mission of our own. Frieza wants us to head to Planet Meat.

"I'm suppose to head to Planet Aroin. "

Don't screw up, then. Frieza doesn't need another excuse of humiliating us any further.

"Tch. Yeah. " Raditz snatched the scouter off, and tossed it on the bed. He shook his head before plopping down beside Eighteen on the bed, and turning to face her. " Look." He started bluntly. "Whether you like it or not, we're mates, and it's my damn job to protect you. I know you have to have some questions swimming around in your head about this, so do me a damn favor and ask. I won't lie."

Eighteen narrowed her eyes at him, and said nothing at first, but turned to look back out of the window. "I don't know how I feel about you." She admitted, tucking a blond strand behind her ear.

Raditz's serious gaze softened slightly as he sighed. "I don't love you, or anything. But I'd be lying if I stated I didn't like you or have no interest in you."

Eighteen raised an eyebrow, not quite sure what to say in response. She just couldn't seem to get a grip on her feelings.

Raditz knew this, and decided to continue. "I know you feel somewhat invaded, but if you drop your barrier, I'll drop mine. I'm not asking for you to fall in love with me, or trust me or anything like that. Trust has to be earned. I know that. I'm just asking that you give it a shot. There's nothing else to do any damn way but see where this goes. Just think about it."

Raditz left, not bothering to wait for a response, leaving Eighteen alone with her thoughts.

"35 hours and a half left." he muttered in disbelief. He had fell asleep for a while since his conversation with Eighteen, just to pass some time, but in his opinion, time hadn't passed enough.

"Damn. " He mumbled as he slowly sat up, immediately feeling several cramps from falling asleep in the chair belonging to the control room.

"I see you finally woke up." a cool voice called from his right.

He looked over only to see Eighteen staring at him with a look of disinterest, her body facing him with her head resting on her left hand. He raised an eyebrow. "There's nothing else to do around here, but sleep unless... " Raditz trailed off, suddenly smirking.

Eighteen smirked, well aware of his trail of thought. "Maybe later."

"You seem to be coming around."

She shrugged. "I gave what you said some thought." She admitted.

He nodded. "Yeah, well... Good."

"You should go eat. " She suggested coolly.

"You made something to eat?"

"Don't get use to it."

*Planet Vegeta*

"I've been assigned a mission by Frieza, so I guess I see you around, Chi."

Chi-Chi frowned. "What planet are you suppose to be heading to?"

Kakarott shrugged as if it didn't matter. "Planet Aroin."

"Did he give anything else besides the name?"

Kakarott shook his head. "Just that it was a 72 hour trip."

"And you're going alone?"

"Frieza said I should be able to get it done alone. "

Chi-Chi shook her head. "No. I'm going with you. Something doesn't feel right."

Kakarott brushed her off, and begin walking off. "You're probably just worrying too much."

Chi-Chi grabbed his arm, causing him to stop and regard her curiously. They were both in the corridor, standing outside Chi-Chi's door. He had just came to let her know he was departing on another assignment like he always did. "Please." She pleaded.

"If Frieza finds out - "

Chi-Chi scowled, folding her arms over her chest. "I'm not scared of him, and I don't care whether he finds out or not."

Kakarott sighed. "Fine. Let's go. I want to grab one of the newer ships instead of older ones before they're all gone."

*Frieza's ship*

"Lord Frieza." Zarbon called out. "May I state an opinion?"

"What is it, Zarbon."

"Thank you, Lord Frieza. I just wanted to call something to your attention if I may, ... at first I thought I was imagining things...but I think those Monkey's are getting stronger. Too much for their own good."

"Hmm. Is that so, Zarbon? To be honest, I was thinking the same thing, and I've made a few adjustments already." Frieza paused, a slow smirk spreading across his face before continuing, "but I have to agree with you. Perhaps, it's time I get rid of them for good."

"I think that's best." Zarbon agreed.

"Hmph. Did Dodoria do what I say?"

Zarbon nodded. "Yes, Lord Frieza. He's probably on Planet Meat right now as we speak."