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Chapter 14
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Starr soared happily through the sky back towards Capsule Corp. She wasn't necessarily eager to return to the Saiyan planet, but all the deaths weighed heavily on her consciousness. She felt like it was all her fault, after all Frieza's men had been there for her. Her Earth home soon came in to view, but her joy was short lived as she felt Vegeta's anger flare up as she got closer. She began to descend, and saw an extremely pissed off Saiyan Prince standing in the backyard. Her smile faltered as she landed, seeing the fierce look on her mate's face. Before she could say anything, Vegeta growled.
"Come with me," he snarled, "NOW!" Vegeta turned and began walking towards the Gravity Chamber that he had brought with, and Starr winced at the level of anger being flung at her. Without a word, she followed the Prince inside. As she as the door was closed, she was thrown into a wall with such force that she grunted in pain. Vegeta's hand closed around her throat, and Starr winced at the pressure. Vegeta leaned in, and had a look of sheer rage on his face that the younger Saiyan had not seen in a very long time.
"Who the fuck do you think you are?" the Prince growled. Starr gasped as his grip became tighter. "You may be my mate, but I will not tolerate this level of disrespect any longer. You dare to leave here without so much as a word as to where you went? Sneaking out like a fucking child? How fucking stupid are you that you see no problem in disappearing after Frieza just destroy our planet?" Vegeta snarled and released his grip to allow Starr to speak. As his hand fell, Starr's own anger began to rise.
"How dare you talk to me like that," she spat back. "You specifically said you would loosen the leash when I agreed to bond with you. I'm not a fucking child. I don't need to ask permission to go anywhere. And you should be thanking me. I went to find out if my plan would work, you asshole!" As soon as the words left her mouth, Vegeta's hand slammed across her cheek. Her head snapped to the right. She slowly turned her head back to look at her mate, and a dark look crossed her face.
"You are the mate of Saiyan royalty. Do not think for a minute that you wouldn't be valuable in enemy hands!" Vegeta growled dangerously. Starr clenched her fists and stood her ground, glaring at her mate. Vegeta sighed, and turned away from the younger Saiyan.
"You are not to go anywhere without specifically telling me where you are going. Do I make myself clear?" Vegeta commanded. Starr glared darkened as she growled.
"You are unbelievable. I went to find out if the Dragonballs could bring back Planet Vegeta and the Saiyans, and here you are throwing a temper tantrum because I didn't leave you a note? Guess what? I'm going out somewhere with my friends, since you'll probably rip me from this planet the first chance you get." Starr turned her back on Vegeta as he spun back towards her, and she walked over to the door.
"What did you find out," Vegeta demanded as Starr was about to open the door. She growled, and refused to face him.
"I'll tell you when you decide to quit being a dick," she snapped. Before Vegeta could respond, Starr was already on the grass heading towards the house. Nappa exited the kitchen door and looked between the couple.
"Trouble in paradise?" he stupidly asked as Starr was passing by. Starr growled angrily, and without warning, delivered a hard and swift punch to the older Saiyan's stomach, easily bringing him to his knees. He began coughing from pain as Starr continued walking without so much as a word towards him. She entered the house and went off in search of her blonde friend.
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"Ah, this feels amazing! I haven't done this is so long," Starr said happily, as she laid out on the sandy beach, the sun shining brightly overhead. Charm smiled in agreement as she stretched out on her towel. She turned her head to look at her Saiyan friend, and the blond started laughing.
"Could you imagine if Vegeta saw you right now?" she giggled. "He'd probably flip if he saw what you were wearing." Charm motioned towards the green bikini her friend was wearing.
"Probably," Starr said, joining Starr's laughter. "He's been getting pissed at some of the stuff I've been wearing since we've been here." The girls started laughing uncontrollably, as a dripping wet Rhinoa, fresh out of the water, plopped down beside them.
"What are we giggling about?"
"Just how Starr's Saiyan Prince is such a prude," Charm laughed.
"Oh, trust me, he's definitely not a prude," Starr smirked. "He just has no fashion sense."
"Gross!" Charm and Rhinoa exclaimed at the same time. Starr's smirk turned into a full smile as she pulled herself into a sitting position. She looked out into the water to where Squall, Zell, and Seifer were occupied surfing the waves, and couldn't help but smile fondly at the boys. Truth be told, she was surprised that Seifer had agreed to come out with the group, but she was glad. She almost felt like things were like the way they used to be, before Starr had been taken. She smiled at the memory and got lost in her thoughts, until she felt Charm flick the side of her head. Starr blinked and turned her head to face her friends.
"Did you hear anything we just said?" Charm asked.
"Nope, not a word."
"Go figure," the blonde smiled. "We were asking how things were going with the arrogant one."
"Oh, yeah," Starr laughed. "Well… He's hot and cold. There's times he's a complete and utter ass and I want nothing more than to clock him. Then there's times that he's almost sweet. He's a pain in my ass." Starr laughed again. Her friends joined in her laughter, and Starr looked back out to the water. The guys were now sitting on their boards looking towards shore, trying to see what was so amusing. Starr found herself watching Seifer, but she hadn't really spoken to him since the confrontation with his little girlfriend. The Saiyan had refused to apologize, and Seifer hadn't asked for one. Instead, he very wisely kept the bimbo away from his ex. Starr sighed and turned away from the boys, and resumed her conversation with the girls.
"So, what else do we have planned for the day?" Starr asked merrily pushing thoughts of Seifer from her mind. Starr could've sworn she her a growl in her mind, but decided it was best to ignore it.
"Well," Rhinoa responded, "we thought we'd go to a party tonight."
"What party?" Starr asked.
"There's gonna be a big party at Trickster tonight. Everyone's going to be there," Charm replied.
"Trickster, huh? That's still the spot?" Starr said, thoughtfully. "I would be nice to see everyone."
"Right?" Charm smiled.
"Ok, I'm in!" Starr said, laying back down on her towel. "But for now, I'm gonna soak up this sun." Charm and Rhinoa nodded in agreement, and laid down to soak up the sun.
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The group was in high spirits as they walked back on to Capsule Corp property. Starr was in particularly high spirits after her day in the sun, and decided to stick it to Vegeta by walking back in her bikini, wearing only her shorts. Starr couldn't hide her smile, nor did she want to. She glanced over to her right, and realized that Seifer was watching her. She quickly faced forward again, deciding to pretend that she hadn't noticed. The Saiyan felt an arm snake through hers, and she found herself smiling at Charm.
"So, I've been meaning to ask you something," Charm said in a curious tone.
"Oh? What's up?" Starr asked.
"You went to Kami's this morning, right? What'd he say?"
"What I want to do is possible, but I have to phrase it the right way, or else it won't work," Starr answered her friend.
"I'm sure Vegeta was happy to hear that," Charm said, nodding. Starr shrugged, and a devious smile appeared on her face.
"I wouldn't know," Starr giggled. "I'm kinda sorta holding that information hostage.
"Holding it hostage? Why?" Squall piped in, his arm draped around Rhinoa. Starr started giggling again.
"Because he's acting like a dick," Starr stated matter of factly, causing her friends to start laughing. Even Seifer couldn't resist having a grin form on his face. Starr felt at ease for the first time in a while. The group continued in to the back yard, and were greeted by the Saiyans. Vegeta scowled as he looked his mate up and down. Starr, seeing the Prince's look, smirked in satisfaction. She got the reaction she was looking for.
*What the hell are you wearing?*
~It's called a bathing suit~
*You're practically naked!*
~It's what people wear when they go to the beach, Vegeta~
Starr walked through the crowd of Saiyans, ignoring Vegeta's angry growl and the disapproving looks from the others. She held her head high as she walked in to the house, leaving her friends feeling slightly awkward behind her. The Earthlings looked at each other, and quickly followed their Saiyan friend. Each went to their own rooms, except Charm, who made her way to Starr's room. When she stepped in, she saw her friend rummaging through her closet.
"Whatcha doing?"
"Just trying to figure out what I want to wear tonight," Starr said, not looking away from her closet. Charm walked in, and stood next to the Saiyan. Starr had a large collection of dresses and outfits lined up, but she was having a hard time deciding on one. She placed her hand under her chin as her eyes traveled down the rows of assorted colors. Charm gasped suddenly, startling Starr in to looking at her.
"I got it!" Charm exclaimed.
"Don't do that!" Starr snapped, sounding harsher than she meant to.
"Sorry," Charm muttered. "Anyway, I figured it out. I have the perfect dress for you to wear." A dazzling smile spread over Starr's face.
"You do?"
"Yup, and the funny thing is that it was supposed to be yours from the get go."
"Huh?" Starr gave her friend a questioning look.
"MmmHmm," Charm smiled. "I bought it for your birthday before you were taken."
"You're the best, Charm."
"Wait until you actually see it," Charm laughed, clapping her hands together. Starr was about to respond, but an agitated grunt from her doorway drew her attention. Starr craned her head to look around Charm and saw Vegeta leaning against the doorway, a frown on his face and his arms folded across his chest. Charm looked between the Saiyans, and suddenly felt a little uncomfortable.
"I'm… gonna…. go find it…. I'll be back later with it." Charm quickly walked towards the door. The Prince stepped inside the room and allowed the blonde leave to exit. The Saiyans stared at each other without speaking. Vegeta looked his mate up and down, scrutinizing the tiny bit of clothing she was wearing.
"No one should see that much of you, except for me," Vegeta said, breaking the silence. Starr folded her own arms across her chest and gave her mate a hard look.
"Seriously? I told you, it's called a bathing suit," Starr responded, rolling her eyes. She turned back towards her closet, as Vegeta nudged the bedroom door closed with his foot. Almost at the same time that Starr heard the door fully close, she felt the Prince pushed up against her. Starr growled in annoyance when Vegeta snaked his arm around her waist.
"Why do you insist on constantly disobeying and agitating me?" Vegeta whispered into her ear.
"I told you when we met, it's one of my many charms," they younger Saiyan stated simply, refusing to allow her body to betray her for being so close to her mate.
"I want to know what you found out this morning."
"I told you I would tell you when you quit being a dick," Starr said flatly. Vegeta growled, but a thought hit him, and a smirk crossed his face. He could feel the younger Saiyan forcing herself not to react to him being in close proximity to her.
"Well, I guess my being a dick is, how did you phrase it, one of my charms," The Prince purred, nipping at her ear. Starr closed her eyes, and willed her body not to react, but Vegeta had already felt her tense up. He smirked again, and spun her to face him. He placed his hand under her chin and forced her to look up at up. The sudden motion caused Starr's eyes to pop open, and Vegeta leaned his face close to hers. The girl narrowed her eyes, but a sudden gasp escaped her lips as she felt her mate begin to stroke her tail. She closed her eyes again as her body betrayed her.
"No fair," Starr shuddered. A small chuckle escaped Vegeta as he stroked her tail again. He brought his other hand to the small of Starr's back, and pulled her closer, leaving no space as her chest pressed against his. He quickly captured Starr in a kiss before she could offer any more protests. Starr sighed as she found herself giving up, and returned her mates motions. All too soon, Vegeta pulled away, and brought his hand back to Starr's chin. Starr opened her eyes and growled in annoyance.
"Now, what did you find out?"
"You're a real ass," she hissed, feeling frustrated in more than one way. Vegeta chuckled again.
"I believe we've already established that. Tell me."
"It could work," Starr sighed in defeat. "The Dragonballs could work, if it's phrased the right way." Vegeta's smirk widened into a rare, legitimate smile.
"Then let's get going."
"Hold on a second," Starr said. "It's not quite that easy. The Dragonballs can't be used for another two weeks still, so we wouldn't even be able to find them yet."
"Two weeks?" Vegeta growled, suddenly feeling annoyed.
"Yeah, so you're going to have to be patient, you royal pain-in-the-ass." Vegeta growled again, and released his hold on Starr. He took a step away, much to the frustration of his mate. He smirked again as his saw Starr's cheeks flush. She narrowed her eyes, and fold her arms across her chest.
"You're not going to seriously leave me like this after you caused it, are you?"
"Call it pay back," Vegeta shrugged. "As delectable as you look right now in your barely there attire, you made me wait for an answer, so now you can wait until I decide otherwise. It's apparent that my other methods to get you to make you agreeable haven't worked, so let's try an experiment." Vegeta smirked as a loud growl came from Starr's throat.
"I really hate you."
"Your body tells me differently, little one." Vegeta laughed evilly. Starr raised her head high, and turned her back on him.
"Well, if you're not going to finish the job, then you can leave so I can figure out what I want to wear tonight."
"What's tonight?"
"There's a party I'm going to," Starr said, turning back to face the Prince. "Why don't you and the others come with? It'll do you some good to get out of here for a little bit, and you might be able to actually relax for a change. It'll be fun." Vegeta thought for a moment before responding.
"If I consent to this, then I expect you to resume your training. You've been neglecting it since we've been here."
"Deal!" Starr said clapping her hands together. "But you're all going to need different clothes. You absolutely can't show up wearing that!" Starr motioned towards Vegeta's Saiyan armor.
"I'm not about to play dress up," Vegeta growled. "I'm a Saiyan Prince, not a doll."
"Oh relax," Starr sighed. "I'm not going to have you look bad. I may have been gone from here for a while, but I still have a reputation around here to uphold." Starr smiled her dazzling smile, and Vegeta rolled his eyes.
"Very well."
"Good. Now get out so I can figure out what I'm wearing." Starr crossed the room, and opened the door. She motioned for Vegeta to leave, and, surprisingly, the Prince obliged. As soon as he was out of the room, Starr's smile returned to her face, and happiness filled her as she won this little battle against the formidable Saiyan Prince.
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"Charm, it's beautiful, and it fits perfectly!" Starr exclaimed, as she examined herself in the mirror. The dress Charm gave her was truly stunning. It was an emerald green with sporadic sparkles. The halter top showed off Starr's toned arms and shoulders, and it hugged her in all the right places. The skirt fanned out, and landed between her knees and thighs. Starr gave a small twirl as she laughed, causing Charm to giggle.
"I was totally right. It looks amazing on you. I doubt even your Prince could find an issue with this one."
"I think I have to agree. Now, here's the real question; What shoes should I wear with it?" The two girls began digging through the Saiyan's endless supply of footwear before finally landing on a pair of gold, strappy high heels. Starr gave her blond friend a hug.
"You're the best."
"I know," Charm smiled, flipping her hair back with her hand, causing Starr to giggle. "We need to finish getting ready." Starr nodded, and Charm left the room to finish getting herself ready. A short time later, Charm came back in to Starr's room dress in a ruby red, strapless dress. Starr smiled at the blonde's reflection in her mirror as she was pulling her hair back in to a half up, half down do.
"I'm so jealous of you," Charm sighed, as she sat down on the Saiyan's bed. "You never have to put any real effort in to looking beautiful, it always just happens."
"Oh, shut up," Starr laughed, inspecting her hair and makeup. "You're a knock out, and you know it." The girls began laughing, as Starr stood up and moved away from her vanity. She offered her arm to Charm, who happily took it, and the two girls made their way downstairs. They were chatting merrily as they entered the living room, and came across a sight they never thought they'd see. The Saiyan's were all dressed nicely in Earthling clothing, and Starr's eyes quickly landed on her mate. She looked him up and down, and smirked appreciatively. Vegeta was wearing a pair of khaki pants and a simple royal blue, button down shirt. While Starr was looking over the Prince, Vegeta was doing the same to her, and his breath caught in his throat.
*Well, don't you look like royalty*
~You don't look to bad yourself. I could get used to this look on you~
*Don't. One time deal*
~Too bad, you look hot~
*Shut up*
Starr looked around the room, seeing if they were missing anyone, and she immediately realized who was missing.
"Where's Seifer?" Charm asked, plucking the question out of the Saiyan's mind. "Is he picking Cassie up?"
"That's what he said," Squall said, coming down the stairs. "He's going to meet us there." Starr only faintly heard the response. She was too busy observing the Saiyans, and thinking about how different they looked. A faint smile played on the young Saiyan's lips as the thought about how normal they looked, with the exception of Radditz's ridiculously long hair, and Nappa just looked odd.
"Well, let's go!" Charm exclaimed. "Let's go have some fun!"
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The music was blaring from the club, and people were pouring in in large numbers. Vegeta growled in annoyance as he stood at the entrance. How this was entertainment was beyond him. The Prince would much rather have been training then being coerced in to attending and feeling like he was about to lose his hearing. He growled as his mate's friends all walked around him and disappeared inside the building. He felt an arm find its way around his crossed ones. He looked over and saw Starr standing next to him smiling.
"Can you pretend to enjoy yourself?"
"I don't see how anyone could enjoy this," Vegeta scowled, and Starr sighed. She pulled away from the Prince and started walking away.
"Have it your way, then," she said, walking towards Charm, who was waiting at the entrance. Vegeta scowled again, before making his way in with the rest of the Saiyans. He kept his eyes on his mate as she walked in front of him with her blonde-haired friend.
Starr walked in Trickster, looking around at the place she had set foot in in over a year. Starr couldn't help but notice all her old high school friends stopping at staring at her as she passed them. The Saiyan was starting to feel a little self-conscious, and felt her shoulders drop slightly. Their looks were mixed with disbelief, happiness, and even what appeared to be some disdain. Starr wasn't sure if she was imagining it or not, but she was starting to feel a little uncomfortable. The corners of her mouth began to drop slightly.
*What's wrong?*
~Nothing~
*I can tell you're lying to me*
~It's just all the looks I'm getting…~
*Give me the word, and I'll destroy all of them*
~Vegeta, NO!~
"Starr Reku?" The Saiyan heard her name, and she turned to the side. A red-headed girl approached her, and Starr looked at her uncertainly.
"Amy?"
"Oh my God, it's been so long!" Amy rushed up, and grabbed Starr in a hug. The Saiyan hesitated for a moment, before returning the girl's embrace. Amy pulled away, a broad smile on her face.
"Come visit with us!" She pulled Starr towards her group, and soon the Saiyan's uncertainty melted away as her old high school friends all started coming over to say hello and give hugs. Vegeta watched in mild curiosity as Earthlings began to swarm his mate.
"I told you she was pretty popular," a voice came from his side. The Prince looked over and saw Bulma standing next to him, smiling fondly as she watched Starr. "Come on, I'll show you guys where we're sitting." Vegeta took another glance at his mate, before following the bluenette. They walked up a short staircase to a private booth area. Vegeta saw that Kakarot was already there, along with the rest of the Earth fighters. He chose to say nothing, as he sat in a chair close to the railing that overlooked the rest of club. He had a bird's eye view of his mate, and he wanted to keep it that way. Bulma's voice drew his attention for a moment.
"Goku, where's Chi-Chi?"
"She said staying home and making sure Gohan studied was more important than coming out," Goku replied.
"She can be a real slave driver sometimes," Krillin muttered, causing a round of laughter.
"She means well," Goku grinned. Vegeta grew bored and settled back in his chair, a scowl planted firmly on his face. He closed his eyes, and tried to clear his mind. The Prince had almost succeeded when he felt his mate's emotions start to go all over the place. Vegeta turned his head to look over the railing, and saw what looked like the younger Saiyan squaring off with a group of girls. He raised his eyebrow as he watched the exchange.
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Starr was laughing and greeting everyone, and starting to really enjoy herself, until she heard a snide voice come from behind her.
"Guess who's finally decided to show her face around here again." Starr spun around, and a frown immediately crossed her pretty face. A tall blonde stood in front of her, flanked by a group of girls, all equally pretty, and all wearing the same disapproving looks as the leader of the pack.
"Lorelai," Starr said flatly.
"You've got some nerve coming here. You disappeared and put poor Seifer through hell."
"Excuse me?"
"You heard me," Lorelai said in a snarky voice. "What were you doing? Screwing around with other guys? I always knew you were easy." Starr clenched her fists tightly as her side as she felt a swell of shock and anger flow through her. "And what the hell is that around your waist? Is that a tail? God, you really are a freak."
"I think you touched a nerve," a brunette behind Lorelai laughed. Starr's anger spike further, and she was beginning to feel her control slip.
"I think you've spent too much time hanging around that little bitch, Cassie," Starr hissed venomously. "Maybe you should ask her how her arm feels after I almost broke it after she got in my face." The click of girls looked taken aback, uncertain how to react to that. Starr saw a movement in her peripheral vision, and turned her head slightly to see Seifer walk up with Cassie. Seifer looked at the girls, confusion clearly etched on his handsome face. Starr narrowed her eyes back towards Lorelai, and glared at her.
"Oh look, now you can ask her yourself," Starr growled, eyeing the group dangerous.
"What the hell is going on here?" Seifer asked, stepping forward. Charm shook her head in warning.
"Seifer, you might not want to get in the middle of this," Charm muttered. Cassie looked from group to group, and smirked in satisfaction until she saw the look on Seifer's face, followed by the look she saw on Starr. Starr's eyes narrowed further, and she felt her control about to snap, until she felt an arm around her waist. Starr looked to her left, and saw Vegeta standing next to her. His sudden presence caused her nerves to settle down.
~Very rarely do I think this, but I'm glad you're here~
*You're losing control. I can feel it*
~Yeah, well, I really want to beat the shit out of these annoying little shits. Right now, breaking them sounds really good~
*As much as I love the phrasing of that, I'm going to have to tell you no*
"Who the hell are you?" Lorelai snapped at the Prince. "One of the douchebags this skank has been fucking?" Vegeta narrowed his eyes dangerously at the Earthling, causing her to gasp in fear.
"I'd watch your fucking tone with me if I were you."
"Ok, that's enough," Seifer snapped, directing his comment towards Lorelai. "What happened between Starr and I is none of your business, and you are being incredibly childish by trying to spread bullshit rumors around. Grow up. And for your information, this is Vegeta, the Saiyan Prince, and Starr's fiancée. Her and I are friends, and I fully support her, so back off!" Seifer gave a last warning look to the girl's, and motioned his hand to shoo them away. Feeling highly embarrassed and scared, Lorelai's group scampered off. Seifer turned towards Vegeta, and the Saiyan Prince raised his eyebrow. Seifer said nothing as he turned away, pulling Cassie with him, on to the dance floor. Starr closed her eyes, and sighed, regaining control over herself and her emotions.
"What's a fiancée?" Vegeta asked curiously. Starr opened her eyes and looked at her mate.
"It's the name for someone you're going to marry. I guess Seifer figured that would be easier than trying to explain that you're my mate."
"So, he does have a brain," Vegeta muttered under his breath, but Starr still heard him.
"Don't be rude," Starr said flatly. She looked over at Charm and smiled. "Come on, let's dance. Vegeta, do you want to dance?" Starr smiled slyly at her mate.
"Uh, no," Vegeta said simply. "Try to keep yourself under control. I might get bored trying to reign you in, and eventually I might just let you have at it." Vegeta turned and disappeared, presumably to rejoin the other Saiyans. Starr smiled at her friend, and the two girls took to the dance floor.
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The next few hours passed by without any further incident, and Starr happily climbed the stairs with her friends to rejoin the Saiyans and Earth warriors. She plopped down in a booth next to Vegeta, grinning from ear to ear. Starr casually slipped her hand under the table and on to Vegeta's leg, much to his surprise, as she energetically chatted with everyone.
*What do you think you're doing?*
~Me? I'm not doing a thing~
*Yeah right. What do you want?*
~Nothing… Right now~
Vegeta unwrapped his tail as he sat, and wrapped it around his mate's waist, pulling her closer, unnoticed by anyone else in the private area. Starr pretended not to notice as her and Yamcha began a new conversation. The mood was merry, but all good things come to an end. A sudden scream drew the group's attention. Starr stood up, pulling herself from Vegeta, and looked out on to the dance floor. The crowd was pressing themselves to the outside of the dance floor, and the girl that Starr instantly recognized as the brunette with Lorelai was lying in the middle of the floor, her neck obviously broken. Starr's eyes traveled upward, and she saw Lorelai up in the air, being held by her throat.
"He's sent the Ginyu Force," Kessoro growled from behind Starr.
"Who?"
"Frieza's men. That one is Jace," Vegeta hissed. Starr clenched her fists at her sides as the one called Jace spoke.
"Come out, Saiyans," Jace's accented voice called out through the club. "You have something Lord Frieza wants." Vegeta audibly growled next to his mate. A snarl escaped Starr's throat, and before Vegeta could stop her, they younger Saiyan launched herself off the patio and landed on the dance floor, glaring up at Jace.
"Oh, lookie here. Looks like we have a Saiyan."
"Put her down!" Starr growled, her glare increasing.
"Poor choice of words," Jace smirked, as he flung Lorelai towards one of the walls at breakneck speed. Starr used her own speed, and caught the girl before she made contact with the wall. Starr held the unconscious girl in her arms as she landed on her knee back on the ground. She looked up just as Jace was hurtling towards him. Before Starr could react, Vegeta appeared in front of her, and caught Jace's fist in his own. He swiftly brought his knee up and sent the white-haired man flying up to the ceiling. A look of angry crossed the Ginyu members face as he landed on the ground opposite of Vegeta. Starr set Lorelai down and stood next to her mate.
"You dare try to put a hand on my mate?" Vegeta growled dangerously.
"You're mate? Oh, I see. This is Saluna, the Super Saiyan that Frieza is eager to obtain."
"How the hell do you know about that?" Starr hissed venomously.
"Frieza has his ways. You didn't think he bought your little weakling display on back on Planet Vegeta, did you?" Vegeta's growl deepened at the mention of his lost planet, causing Jace to smirk further. "Lucky for you, I have orders not to harm you, young Saiyan. I can't however say the same about the little half-breed Saiyan and the woman." Jace smirked evilly, before phasing out of sight. Starr's eyes widened, and she turned her head to look at Goku. Her old teacher shared her shock.
"Oh, God," Starr whispered, covering her mouth with her hand. "Gohan… Chi-Chi…."
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