My Place among the Gods
Kochou-hime
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Forbidden Love
Serena yawned sleepily as she and the others followed Sapphire into the small island's forestry beneath the midnight moon. Silence had befallen the group out of tiredness or perhaps in wonderment of where their new comrade was leading them. Larg found himself nestled into Serena's arms as they walked. They finally reached a clearing surrounded by palm trees and brush where a luminous pool of water appeared to nearly glow in the moon's reflection. Sapphire nodded to the peculiar sight.
"Well, we've reached the passage way. This portal is only present at midnight, so we must enter quickly if we're going to make our way to Calypso." He explained.
"After you" Piccolo insisted with a grumble. Sapphire sighed and with a few steps he entered the mysterious water and promptly disappeared.
"He just…vanished!" Serena commented as her mouth fell agape. Piccolo nodded to Goku as they picked up Mina and Serena into their arms respectively.
"Just to be safe." Goku reassured as both he and the Namekian stepped into the illusion. With a bright flash of light, the four heroes and Larg appeared in a different place than before. Sapphire was there waiting for them, as he leaned against a large glass wall, with the depths of the ocean beckoning at its other side. Once the two Sailor Soldiers were set on their feet, Serena carefully approached the glass putting a single hand against its cold surface.
She watched with widened eyes as various sorts of sea creatures swam by the glass window. Taking a quick look around her she noticed that they seemed to be within a long and transparent tube running through the middle of the ocean.
"This passage way will lead us into the main atrium of the city; follow me." Sapphire instructed as the group silently began to follow the man. Serena cast a look toward Goku who seemed to be filled with wonder himself as he turned his gaze toward the dark sea that surrounded them. The tall man eventually turned his eyes to the young blonde and smiled upon doing so.
"Did you sleep well?" He asked smiling. Serena nodded.
"Yeah, the nap definitely helped. This place is unbelievable; I wonder how it was even built!" She mused in amazement.
"I definitely haven't seen anything like it, and I've seen quite a lot of things in my time!" Goku laughed. The group soon approached the end of the passageway before a large door that began to slowly slide open upon their arrival.
Faintly at first, sound and a colorful light began to fill the dark and silent passage beneath the ocean. Serena gazed down at her feet where brilliant illumination spilled from the cracked doorway and traveled along the floor to her and the others. The sound and light grew louder and louder; voices and laughter traveled through the opening door accented with the soft sound of stringed instruments that beautifully hung in the nearly empty hall.
"Wow." Mina muttered aloud as the group of dragon ball hunters beheld the sight of the impossible, a true city under the ocean deep. Colorful neon lights flashed from tall buildings before them, contained within a transparent dome that seemed to span on for eternity. Various sorts of people walked the streets, arm in arm with their companions wearing the finest of clothing. Music rang undeniably amongst the city, the sound of sweet singing voices and instruments floated along the city as if it were part of the air.
"State your purpose in Calypso." A before unnoticed man beside several guards stood in front of the small group, blocking the city's entry. The stern man who spoke moved his hard brown eyes over the newcomers as he seemed to study each one with interest. He passed his gaze over Piccolo with no apparent shock but his eyes widened as they stopped upon Serena. He quickly grasped a piece of paper from a man who stood at his left and looked upon it incredulously. "You there!" He said pointing toward Serena, "What is your name?" The man asked in a stern voice. Serena froze for a moment as Mina moved closer to her. Both Goku and Piccolo appeared to shift uncomfortably; ready to defend the girl when the young blonde's mouth flew open.
"Serena Tsukino." She said automatically, uncertain of where she had drawn the courage to state her name. The man nodded with the guards around him appearing to relax.
"Yes, just as I thought. The Golden Diva has been expecting you, please, allow us to escort you and your party to the performance." He bowed. Serena blinked in surprise, but the group complied as they followed the man leading them into the city.
"What's going on here?" Piccolo growled toward Sapphire as they cautiously followed the mysterious man. Sapphire appeared to be puzzled himself.
"I'm not sure. The Golden Diva is the most famous singer of this city, probably the Universe. If she is expecting you she may have the dragon ball you seek. Go with him to the concert, I'll stay in the city and see if I can't find out something more myself." Sapphire explained. Piccolo raised an eyebrow but nodded as the man turned to leave. The navy haired man turned to Serena once more with a sad smile on his face.
"I am very sorry for earlier Serena. I hope you can forgive me." He said softly causing Goku to unconsciously stiffen. Serena smiled warmly.
"Its alright Sapphire, of course I do. We'll see you later, stay safe!" She encouraged. With one last smile, their mysterious guide took his leave.
"What is he talking about Serena? What happened?" Mina questioned. Serena chose not to answer as the man led them into a large circular shaped building. Larg squirmed in the young girl's arms as he groggily awakened.
"Puu!" he mumbled but received no response as the small group of heroes stared in amazement at the grand concert hall before them. While massive in its size, the most astounding feature of place was its incredible splendor. Royal purple curtains covered the stage that was decorated with golden intricacies. People dressed in excellent faire flooded throughout the violet and velvety seats, preparing for the awaited performance of the Golden Diva that aired at such a peculiar hour, or so at least Serena thought.
Their guide continued to lead them to the front of the hall, closer to the stage. He paused before a private box, which contained six plush seats made from the same soft material only a wine red rather than violet.
"These are your seats, please enjoy the show." He urged leaving the peculiar group alone. Mina happily plopped down into one of the seats behind the first row of three chairs.
"This is so incredible!" She squealed rubbing her hands along the lush fabric. "I bet this is what it feels like to be a Princess!" Stars filled her eyes as her mind rolled back into its imagination. Piccolo grumbled as he pulled out the dragon ball radar and clicked it a few times.
"The dragon ball is in this building, why are we here? We should be retrieving it and getting on to finding the third!" He snapped. Mina pouted as Serena took a seat in front of her. Goku stood next to Piccolo and rubbed the back of his head.
"Well, it is kind of strange that this Diva person knows who we are. She may be the one to have the dragon ball and we're going to have to wait until after her performance to get it from her anyway, if that's the case." Goku assessed. He tossed a glance toward where Serena sat. Larg had effectively hopped into the seat next to her and he then elected to sit on his other side.
"This could be a trap." Piccolo warned wearily as he cautiously eyed the exit.
"I'm sure you guys could get us out of any sort of trouble." Mina persuaded. Piccolo tossed a glance toward her and couldn't help but smirk at the smiling girl. "Have a seat and enjoy the show. C'mon! I want to see it!" Before Piccolo could protest she had grabbed a hold of his hand and yanked him down into the seat beside her. While he could have easily resisted her force, a part of him chose not to as he momentarily relished on the feeling her touch hand left with him. He grit his teeth, however, looking straight ahead toward the stage as he did his best to ignore the instincts that had once been foreign to him when he was an asexual being.
Larg squirmed in his large chair making small noises as he pointed to the stage. Serena smiled at him and patted him on the head. The room began to darken as whispers and coughs came from the thousands of people who filled the room. Serena felt the excitement of the upcoming performance pulsing throughout the air as the room came completely dark. She steadied her ragged breaths as darkness had always made her uncomfortable as long as she could remember. Suddenly, a comforting hand fell upon her arm as her eyes adjusted in the darkness to make out Goku's eyes looking into hers.
"Are you alright?" He asked concerned. Serena merely smiled when suddenly the stage lit up and the long purple curtains opened. Returning his hand, Goku focused on the stage as a figure hidden beneath a shining golden cloak stepped into view. The whispers within the hall were completely silenced upon the newcomer's arrival. The music began to play, surprisingly not classical as Serena would have expected from such a venue, but electronic and mysterious beats filled the entire hall. Several male and female dancers entered the stage, dressed in completely black and fitted clothing as they flitted amongst the one hidden beneath the golden cloak in fluid like movements. Suddenly, the cloaked figure lifted their head as a sweet and feminine voice escaped.
Just one kiss…on my lips
Was all it took to seal the future
Just one look…from your eyes
Was like a certain kind of torture
Once upon a time
There was a boy
There was a girl
Just one touch from your hands
Was all it took to make me falter
Forbidden love…
Suddenly the room flashed black for just an instant, and when the lights returned back again, the golden cloaked figure was gone. It its place stood a tall woman, dressed in a well fitted and sparkling gold dress. Her hair flowed long, gracing the floor as it faded from a pure golden hue to a deep red at the very end of its lengths. The Golden Diva's deep crimson eyes stared directly toward Serena as a smile played upon her face.
"Galaxia!" Serena and Mina nearly yelled in unison as the music from the chorus drew to its end and the Diva known to the Sailor Soldiers as Galaxia sang once more.
Just one smile… on your face
Was all it took to change my fortune
Just one word…from your mouth
Was all I needed to be certain
Once upon a time
There was a boy
There was a girl
Hearts that intertwine
They lived in a different kind of world
Forbidden love…
Are we supposed to be together?
Serena tore her eyes away from Galaxia and settled them upon Goku who was looking at her in complete concern of her outburst. Her mind once swarming with memories of the golden woman suddenly blanched as she stared in awe upon the man. Time nearly seemed to pause as she stared into the eyes of the powerful yet kind hearted Saiya-jinn. The Diva's music played in her mind like some sort of spell that had been speaking only to her. Goku's mouth fell agape slightly as he watched the young woman's eyes glaze with silver tears. The great power of his ki reached out to her then; Serena felt bathed in his warmth as if she were held in his arms and not sitting a seat away.
Forbidden love…
We seal the destiny forever
Forbidden love…
Forbidden love…
Serena leaned over the seat as she continued to stare at the man who looked upon her in awe. Is this what he was to her? The Diva's words sang sweetly into her ears as Serena focused on every feature of his face. Her insides warred with her, as every memory of Darien flashed before her subconscious eye and faded to ash. She placed a hand over the left of her chest, the heart she had promised to another, and yet with each beat; with each level or excited thump, it longed for another, it longed for him.
His brown eyes studied hers in confusion as he felt himself too, drawn toward the young girl as he leaned his muscular form over the seat between them. Her heart swelled as she looked upon him like she had never allowed herself to do before. It was always him. From the first day she had touched his hand to every moment he had been there to save her, teach her to save herself, and to lift her from despair; never once asking for anything in return.
Her hand fell upon his as the man's eyes widened in wonder. Her eyes beckoned to him, begging him for what she wasn't allowed to have. It was all in every sense of the word forbidden, this incredible torch she held for the warrior pure in heart and soul. Goku tilted his head downward and descended toward her, as if a magnetic pull was guiding his mouth toward hers. Serena's eyes fluttered shut as she could feel the warmth of his body approach.
Just one kiss
Just one touch
Just one look…
Just one love
The song ended as cheers erupted in the room. Larg happily jumped from his seat clapping his tiny paws together and effectively sabotaging the almost intimate encounter between the two that sat on either side of him. Both Serena and Goku jumped in surprise and fell firmly to the back of their seats looking wide eyed and nervous toward the stage. The cheering settled as Galaxia moved into her next song. Serena sat straight against the seat; her heart thumping wildly from her encounter and she dared not look over toward Goku. Mina leaned over the seat and whispered to Serena.
"What's Galaxia doing here? This is way too weird." She whispered to her.
"I don't know." Serena squeaked as her mind gathered. There were much more pressing matters to deal with than the revelation she had just had.
After the performance ended, a well dressed gentleman approached their private box and indicated to them that he would take them to see the Diva. They were led into an exquisite room filled with plush furniture, yet they all chose to stand at the center of the room.
"I'm assuming you know this person?" Piccolo asked casting a glance toward Mina and Serena who still appeared to be stunned. Larg hopped into Mina's arms, who comfortingly petted the small rabbit like creature.
"You could say that, she's the most powerful Sailor Soldier of the entire Universe! She was once our adversary as she was possessed by Chaos, but Sailor Moon was able to heal her somehow." Mina explained as she continued to run her hand along Larg's soft fur.
"I don't know if I'm allowed to wield that title anymore." A voice came from the front of the room. Galaxia stepped into view almost glittering in her golden attire. A man was at her side, dressed completely in white; tall, with silvery white hair surrounding his face, and a very noticeable upturned black crescent moon on his forehead. "After all, I was once defeated by the great Sailor Moon, even at my strongest."
"Prince Diamond!?" Serena and Mina gasped. They reached for their transformation tools only to be interrupted by Diamond's voice.
"There's no need for battle, we are here only to give you this." He held up his hand revealing the seven star dragon ball.
"What-" Serena began as she suddenly remembered what Sapphire had told them, about the Black Moon Family allowing themselves to be healed by her future self. Galaxia walked up to Serena and took her hands into hers.
"You are a woman by many names, Sailor Moon." She said with a genuine smile. "Long ago, after your tragic passing, a voice came to me. It told me that I must go to Earth for you would soon return. When a merchant offered me this trinket, I somehow knew it was something you'd be looking for." Diamond stepped forward and handed Goku the dragon ball, to which he placed in a bag he carried containing the other they had collected. "Perhaps you don't need reminding, but you are the key to saving this Universe from the evil that beholds it." She said softly and released her hands. Prince Diamond stepped forward and wrapped an arm around Galaxia's waist.
"We both owe a great deal to you, Serenity." He said looking down toward her. "If you hadn't healed Galaxia so long ago, she would have never been able to heal the darkness within me, and give me her love." He smiled placing a small kiss on the Golden Soldier's cheek.
"The great Goku Son." Galaxia said with a smile. "I had great hope that you would return as well." She said as the man placed a hand behind his head with a goofy grin. "If it is alright with your party, I would like to have a few words with you alone." Goku looked toward Serena who appeared dazed as she gave a quick nod.
"We'll just…wait outside!" She said as she, Mina with Larg, and Piccolo headed to the door. She turned once more to look at Goku who gave her a reassuring smile before they exited.
Rei's eyes fluttered open from where she sat sleepily in her chair at the rumbling that occurred below her. She turned her sleepy gaze toward Bra who sat in the captain's chair at the main control panel of the ship.
"What's going on?" The Soldier of Fire asked groggily. Bra pressed a few buttons on the panel and with a toss of aqua blue hair, turned toward the young woman.
"We're here!" She exclaimed happily, "but, it looks like we have a welcoming party." Bra tapped a button and on the screen that showed several strange looking vehicles and men wearing armor toting weapons.
"We can speak with them." Rei said absentmindedly. 'Maybe they'll recognize me.' She thought hopefully when suddenly the image on the screen changed. A strong handsome face surrounded by long lavender hair filled the screen.
"Hello Bra, Rei. What's your location? We've finally left Mercury." Mirai asked pleasantly.
"Geez, you guys are slow," Bra commented. "We've just landed on the planet Mars, near where the dragon ball is located." She said. Mirai's eyes nearly bugged from their sockets at the young girl's statement.
"You're on MARS!?" He yelled into the screen. Both girls jumped in surprise at his outburst. "Listen to me, take the ship back out into space. It is absolutely imperative that neither of you step onto that planet!" He warned, still yelling. Bra narrowed her eyes and promptly clicked a button that turned off the screen.
"Bra?" Rei asked questioningly of the girl who stood up and walked towards the ship's door.
"I'm so sick of being ordered around. We did what he told us to and now he's changing his mind? Yeah right. You and I are getting that dragon ball no matter what!" The Saiya-jinn Princess announced. Rei nodded and followed her toward the exit. With a press of a button, the door slowly slid open revealing the Martian guards that surrounded the space ship. Gasps escaped from the crowds of men that surrounded the ship as the two girls stepped out onto the red sand outside. They fell to their knees, cradling their weapons as they went.
"The Queen! She has returned!" A voice echoed toward the two bewildered women.
Before long, the guards that had swarmed their arrival had escorted Bra and Rei across the red desert to a grand Palace that sat amongst a large city, with little explanation. The girls looked on in wonder as the grand building nearly seemed to reflect red from the sands as the sun shone down upon it. Upon their arrival, they exited the vehicle and were escorted to the Palace's entry by several men.
"Welcome to Phobos-Deimos Castle, your majesties." The man said with a bow. They entered the grand entry way looking in awe at its marble beauty.
"Hey, nice place Rei." Bra laughed, elbowing the girl who stood beside her, completely stunned.
Their eyes caught the attention of a man who stood at the top of a tall stairway. He audibly gasped and went flying down the stairs. He was dressed in a butler's attire, with the symbol of Mars affixed upon his sleeves. His hair was jet black, and he stood tall with round glasses upon his eyes.
"I didn't believe them when they sent the word!" He announced breathlessly as he fell to his knees before the two women. "Her majesty, Queen of Mars, and Princess Bra! I-How can this be possible?" He breathed as he finally stood before the two women.
"Finally," Bra breathed. "It's good to get some recognition!" The man blinked at her and turned his eyes to Rei.
"Hey, listen." Rei began as she fumbled her hands before her. "This may all seem pretty crazy, but I'm not exactly the Queen of Mars. I mean-I am, but-its complicated." She half explained as the man again, blinked in confusion.
"What do you mean? I would recognize you anywhere, Rei Hino, Sailor Soldier of Fire, sworn protector of Queen Serenity, and Queen of our great planet, Mars." He stated her full and official title expertly.
"Well, you see-" Rei was cut off as another weapon clad man ran breathing heavily into the Palace atrium.
"Aetos!" The man yelled urgently. "You're not going to believe this, but the King and the Prince have also arrived!" He breathed. The one named Aetos turned his eyes to Rei in question. Both Rei and Bra's mouths fell agape at the mention of a King and Prince.
"Are your men escorting them here?" Aetos asked in shock as he regarded the man. The man lowered his head and sighed.
"Of course not." He said matter of factly.
"Yes, of course the King would not accept escort." Aetos sighed as he smiled upon Rei. "Some things never change, do they?" He asked playfully.
"What are you talking about? What King? I'm married?!" She screeched as both the messenger and Aetos exchanged looks.
"Of course, have you suffered amnesia?" He asked, concerned, and placed a hand to Rei's forehead. Rei batted the hand away and looked desperately into Aeto's eyes.
"Who am I married to?" Rei demanded with fire building in her eyes. Aeto opened his mouth just as the Palace doors were flung open. A very perturbed Vegeta followed by Mirai stormed into the building.
"Father!" Mirai protested as Vegeta stopped just past the entry way, glaring in the direction of Rei and his daughter.
"What in the hell is going on?!" Vegeta demanded loudly. Rei turned her eyes back to Aeto who nearly yelped.
"Ah yes, here he is now. You remember your husband, Vegeta of Vegeta and the King of Mars?" Aeto reminded. Bra covered her mouth in shock as Rei's face drained of all color. She whipped her head backward and looked toward Vegeta whose eyes were wide and filled with shock at the man's words. Mirai dramatically slapped his forehead as Rei felt herself fall dizzy just before her entire world went black.
Serena sighed as she and her comrades waited for Goku outside the room. She dipped her head into her hands as her mind seemed to be swimming with so much information she thought it might explode. Piccolo stood aloof to his own as Mina approached her companion. Larg squealed in her direction causing Serena to momentarily lift her head.
"Just when I thought things couldn't get any weirder, Galaxia and Diamond? Wow." Mina commented as she slid to the floor to sit by Serena.
"At least someone came through with some sort of happy ending." Serena commented dryly. Mina nodded and sighed herself.
"Don't worry Serena, I know there are a lot of bad things that have happened in this world, but not all is lost. Just look at them, look at this place. There's still hope, and if we can get back to our time, I know we can stop all this terrible stuff from happening." Mina reassured.
"There's something I just don't understand though." Serena commented earning an inquisitive look from the Soldier of Love. "Diamond told us that Galaxia healed him, didn't Sapphire say that my future self healed the Black Moon Family?" she asked. Mina lowered her eyes to think when their thoughts were abruptly interrupted by screams in the distance. Piccolo's ears perked up as he turned his head to the sound.
"What's going on?" Mina questioned aloud as the two girls stood.
"It sounds like there's people in trouble!" Serena said worriedly as she suddenly burst into a run away from the room.
"Serena, wait!" Mina called out as both she and Piccolo followed her.
Galaxia settled her eyes upon Goku as he stood before her and Diamond in the ornate room. Goku shifted uncomfortably, feeling as if he was being scrutinized beneath her gaze.
"Goku," Galaxia began as she smiled upon the man, "I'm sure you have no trouble accepting that of all the beings in this Universe, you are the one who has been bestowed with the greatest power and strength." She said confidently as he rubbed the back of his head.
"That...is debatable. I've encountered a lot of others in my time who were a lot stronger than me." He explained. Galaxia shook her head.
"And yet it was you who found the strength from within to defeat even the most powerful of enemy, time after time again." The woman reminded as Goku's mouth fell open slightly. "While this gift is important, it seems that fate has chosen to give you something far more…precious." Galaxia placed a hand on the man's shoulder as she carefully studied the depths of his deep dark eyes. "I have no doubt in my mind you have protected her with all your being, the only one who can save our world." Galaxia said quietly as Goku knew exactly of who she spoke.
"I have, and I will. Always." Goku said firmly. Galaxia nodded solemnly.
"It seems almost absurd doesn't it? The Universe placing its only bright and shining hope in one so breakable, and yes Goku, she's possibly even more delicate than you realize." Goku raised an eyebrow in question as the woman's eyes glazed over with moisture. "Perhaps, fate has asked too much of you Goku, because while it has given you the power to protect her body, I wonder if it has also given you the will to protect that which is most fragile, her heart." The woman said softly. Goku made a sound as his mouth fell open in shock as the woman smiled.
"I-" he began, unsure of what to say to the woman.
"I have faith in you Goku, there's no need to explain, but there is one more thing I must implore of you." Galaxia prefaced. "The day will come where Serenity will obtain all the power she needs to defend and save this Universe, but until that day something very grave threatens her life while she is vulnerable." Goku's eyes narrowed.
"What is it? Chaos?" He sneered.
"Goku, if you are to fully protect Serenity from this danger, you must destroy them." She said darkly. Goku appeared confused at her statement, begging her to elaborate. "Destroy the Demon Militia, Goku, for if they survive, she cannot." Galaxia finished. Goku's eyes went wide as he looked incredulously upon the woman.
"No." He said simply earning a glare from the woman. "I promise to protect her with all that I have, but destroying lives is not something I'm willing to do. No matter what horrible things a person has done, they always deserve another chance to be better. But I promise you, I will protect her."
"Goku-" Galaxia began to protest when the sound of screams filled the room from outside the doorway. Goku didn't take another moment to hesitate before he burst through the door in direction of the danger with Galaxia and Diamond quickly following behind.
Serena swiftly launched herself into Sailor Moon as Venus did her transformation also, placing Larg on the ground. They gasped at the sight of the Demon Militia, both demon and human militants terrorizing the people of the underwater city. Sailor Moon leapt toward a group of three enemies attacking a small family.
"Back off you creeps! Twilight Flash!" The crescent moon on her forehead began to glow brightly and launched its attack; knocking the group of human militants away from their weapons and across the room.
Soon Venus had several of the enemies locked in love me chains and Piccolo was showing no mercy to their adversaries as he easily dispatched them, rarely using a ki blast. The situation was seemingly under control when the tables suddenly turned. Piccolo gasped as several spears of dark energy went flying toward him, and knocked him into a wall. They pinned him there as he tried in vain to move. He roared in agony as the dark energy spikes sent pain throughout his body.
"Piccolo!" Venus screeched as she leapt to help him. Piccolo painfully lifted his eyes to look for the source of the attack when he caught sight of Venus running toward him. His eyes went wide in rage as he spied the attacker and struggled violently to free himself.
"Mina! Watch out!" He bellowed. But it was too late; several spears of dark energy launched themselves within Venus' side causing her to fall in shear pain to the ground.
Sailor Moon turned her head and saw her fallen comrades, she moved to help them when suddenly a hand flung itself around her arm. She whipped her head to see none other than Sapphire with his grip on her.
"Sapphire! I have to help them!" She begged. He shook his head and led her away.
"Its too dangerous, I have to get you out of here!" He protested as he was practically dragging the girl.
"Let me go back!" She demanded. They rounded around a corner in the street and Sailor Moon stopped dead at what she saw. Several demon militia men stood guarding a swirling purple and black portal. She turned her fearful eyes toward Sapphire who looked upon her with a frown embedded deep within his face.
"I'm so sorry for this, Serenity." He said as he tightened his grip on the young warrior and forced their bodies within the portal.
Goku with Galaxia and Diamond following behind him appeared on the scene. He quickly scanned the demolished streets and spied Piccolo being held to a building with glowing dark energy. He ran to him and, wincing, pulled out the negative energy spikes letting the Namekian fall to the ground. Mina slowly sprang up as she looked around in panic.
"Where's Sailor Moon?" She nearly screamed. Larg hopped up beside her as he too moved around, looking worried. Goku desperately concentrated, trying his best to find her energy and slowly began to panic when he felt nothing.
"I can't feel her ki anywhere!" Goku yelled. A cough came from Piccolo as he slowly stood from the ground.
"It was Sapphire!" He bellowed. Goku looked toward Piccolo in absolute rage. "He's the one, who attacked me and Mina, I'm sure he's taken her. Goddamn traitor!" He shrieked, sending his fist into a building.
"Where?" Goku demanded stepping closer to Piccolo, "Where did he take her?" He nearly begged. Piccolo opened his mouth but was interrupted by the sound of another voice.
"You all were with Sapphire?" Prince Diamond hissed as he looked toward them. "Sapphire is my brother, and he's also the head general of the Demon Militia!" He said darkly. Goku felt as if ice ran through his vasculature as his angry eyes fell upon Prince Diamond. "My family was resurrected to become pawns of the Demon Militia's master, the evil Goddess Hera who created it to carry out her wicked deeds. Galaxia was able to salvage the good in my heart but my brother and the rest of my family weren't so lucky." He alluded dimly.
"Where could they have gone? I have to save her!" Goku asked urgently.
"Goku." Galaxia spoke. Goku turned his wild eyes toward the woman who looked upon him with a hard gaze. "Look into your heart; you know where he has taken her." Goku searched all around him for powerful energy when suddenly he narrowed his mind onto a particular spot heavy in fighting power. It was not the fighting power of one person, but rather, the collective gathering of many.
"The Militia's headquarters." He said darkly as he narrowed his eyes at the golden dressed woman. He brought his fingers his forehead in order to transmission himself to the source of the power when he was stopped by Galaxia's voice.
"Goku, you must now ask yourself." She said as she stared directly into him. "Are you really prepared to do what is necessary to protect her? Or aren't you?"
Goku said nothing as he suddenly disappeared.
I would like to thank Cosmic-lover, Sesshy's Mistress, Failisse, XxAi EnmaXx, drake202, Arisyne, twilightserius, demoncreator202, and Kakarot112 for reviewing the last chapter!
Sorry this update took so long...^^' So, if you all think this story has had some crazy twists and plot turns...get ready, because the plot is gonna explode from here on out!!! Thanks again to all who read!
~Kochou-hime