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Chapter 24
Ozora woke up with a loud snoring sound echoing through the room. Who is making that annoying sound?! She thought and felt herself lay on something comfortable before feeling her body ache.
It wasn't as bad, but her head was pounding. What did I do? She thought and opened her eyes as the memories flowed back. How am I alive? She thought before the pounding returned and she clenched her eyes shut.
She wanted to bury her face into what she was laying on but froze when the snoring was slightly louder. Ozora jerked up and regretted it as soon as her head pulsed again. She slowly opened her eyes and waited for her vision to settle.
She saw she was in a small yet comfortable room with a bed and a cupboard. Next to her was various types of medicine and bandages. She wanted to reach out to grab a vial but her right arm was secured over her shoulder and in a bunch of bandages.
Did I break it? Ozora thought and slightly moved her fingers. A sharp pain shot through her arm and she flinched. I definitely did something. She thought and felt a bandage around her head as well.
Ozora realized she wore a white robe that fitted her body loosely but it was comfortable. Ozora heard the snoring sound again.
This time she heard it clearly come from next to her and glanced behind her to see Goku sound asleep. Her face turned a deep shade of red, Please don't tell me I was laying on his stomach! She shouted in her mind and turned away from him.
"Ah, I see you're awake, Princess Ozora" A woman's voice ran her ears and she turned to the pink colored alien. Her brows furrowed and it took her a while to realize she was a Yardratian. Ozora could easily decipher the language but seeing the woman meant she was on Planet Yardrat.
How did I end up here?
"Sorry, but I'm a little confused. Could you please explain to me how I got here?" Ozora asked and the woman nodded. "This man crashed with a spaceship into one of our buildings a few weeks ago. You were both unconscious and we nursed your injuries. His was shallow and he quickly healed up" the Yardratian said and Ozora nodded.
"However, your injuries were severe and it took a while for you to be out of critical condition" the Yardratian said and smiled. "It really is an honor to meet you, Princess" She said and Ozora looked at her with a small smile.
"Just call me Ozora. There's no need for formalities," She said and the Yardratian was somewhat shocked but nodded. "You must be hungry. We prepared a feast-""Food!" they both jumped slightly in shock when Goku exclaimed.
He blinked a few times and saw Ozora, "Hey! You're awake! I thought you'd never wake up!" He said and Ozora just stared at him, "Yeah…" She said, still slightly in shock at the outburst.
His stomach growled loudly. He laughed and scratched the back of his head innocently, "Sorry about that but I heard something about a feast," He said and the Yardratian smiled.
"Follow Me," She said, "Hey! I didn't get your name!" Ozora shouted and the woman glanced back.
"My name's Hisae, Milady," She said and Ozora nodded. This time, her stomach growled and she turned deep crimson. "Looks like you're hungry too" He said and laughed lightly.
"I guess so. Let's go, Kakkarot. Then maybe you can explain to me how we ended up here" Ozora said with a small smile before standing up and following Hisae. "Wait up!"
Ozora felt a familiar feeling as she watched Goku and the Yardratians battle it with eating.
Food was almost flying everywhere as Goku ate and the Yardratians rivaled him with emptying almost most of the plates. Ozora finished her meal before standing up and taking some of the dishes with her other arm since her right arm was currently in bandages.
"Milady! You don't have to-""It's no problem. I'd like to help around, especially seeing the competition between them" Ozora said glancing back at Goku.
She shook her head and walked past the baffled Yardratian female. Besides, I don't think I can go train with my body as it is. I might as well help around here. Ozora thought and put her dishes down for the others to wash.
Ozora walked back and collected more and more dishes before the feast finally ended. Goku let out a deep sigh as he put his hands on his stomach and leaned back into the chair.
"Wow, that was great! Thanks!" Goku exclaimed and Ozora just shook her head. "You have the appetite of a Saiyan, Kakkarot. That's for sure" Ozora said and sat down.
He raised his brows and looked at her, "You're a Saiyan too right? How come you don't eat as much?" Goku asked and Ozora smirked. "Unlike you, I learned to control my hunger for long periods of time so I don't need to eat so much," Ozora said.
"'Long periods of time', huh? I can't imagine staying without food for long," he said looking up in a despair face. This time, Ozora couldn't help it, she laughed at his face expression while Goku just stared at her in confusion.
"You are a one and only" She said before standing up and walked away. Ozora exited the building and saw the night had come to the peaceful planet.
The Ginyu's were most likely coming here next to purge this planet for Frieza. She thought as she walked down the streets towards the nourishing home. Ozora greeted the friendly Yardratians while they passed in deep thought.
Now that Frieza's out of the picture, his Brother and Father will probably search the whole universe for me killing him. Not that I mind, I can always stay on the run but I refuse. Ozora thought and entered the building.
I guess the real question is: What now? I can stay here until I'm full in health but what will I do in the mean time? She thought and heard a yelp. Ozora's eyes shot towards a Yardratian falling and without hesitation caught her in one arm.
The Yardratian nearly missed the needle and it punctured the ground. "M-Milady!" She exclaimed while looking at Ozora. "Are you alright?" Ozora asked and the Yardratian nodded.
"My deepest apologies, Milady!" She said and bowed. "No need, it was just an accident and please don't call me Milady. I know it's to show respect but just call me, Ozora" Ozora said waving her hand and the Yardratian nodded.
"Then I shall give you my name. It's Izume, Mi-Ozora" Izume said quickly covering up and Ozora smiled. "It's nice to meet you, Izume. Can I ask you something?" Ozora asked and Izume nodded.
"Anything" She said. "Do you still have my clothes? I know they're probably torn but I think I know how to fix them," Ozora said and Izume raised an eyebrow.
"I'll take you to them but I don't think there's a way to fix them," Izume said walking down the hall with Ozora behind her. "Don't worry"
"Y-you did it, Ozora!" Izume exclaimed as she watched the newly made armor and spandex with Yardratian boots.
"I told you I had an idea. However, I couldn't have done it without a few of your materials as well" Ozora said and tried to fold them neatly but it was difficult with one arm. "Let me help" Izume said and folded it neatly before putting it in the cupboard next to a large bed.
"Thank you" Ozora said and a wave of nausea washed over her. She immediately sat down on the bed and Izume gasped, "Are you alright, Ozora?" She asked and Ozora nodded.
"Yes, I'm fine. Just tired" She said holding her head and Izume's brows furrowed. "Then you should get some rest. You're still not fully healed" Izume said and Ozora nodded.
"I'll ask Hisae to check in tomorrow morning," Izume said as Ozora lay under the covers and she smiled. "Till tomorrow then" Ozora said and closed her eyes before drifting off.
Izume stared at Ozora for a moment before going rigid gearing noise outside the room. Goku stepped inside and before he could say anything, Izume showed him to be silent.
"Is she already asleep?" He whispered and Izume nodded. "I hope I don't wake her," Goku whispered and Izume looked at him.
"I don't think she'll easily wake up. This is the first time she was out today and it must've taken its toll on her. I'll leave you two" Izume said and walked out before closing the door.
When Goku woke up the next morning, Ozora was missing and an unwrapped bandage lay on the cupboard.
I wonder where she could be…He thought before the door opened. Ozora smirked at the half-asleep Saiyan and put her one hand on her hip. "It's about time you woke up. Breakfast's ready," Ozora said and his face lighted up.
However, before he could storm out of the room, she stopped him by poking him in his chest. "Bathe first" She said and saw him pout. Ozora chuckled and walked out.
"You better hurry or I might eat up all the food!" She said walking down and he rushed towards the bathroom. Man, the stomach rules the mind with that guy. Ozora thought.
"Milady!" Izume shouted and Ozora turned to the Yardratian female. "I told you to call me Ozora," Ozora said with furrowed brows and Izume's hand shot towards her mouth.
"I forgot! My apologies, Ozora!" She said and bowed. Ozora sighed, So much for informality…
"There's an emergency, Ozora!" Izume said and Ozora's brows furrowed. "What's wrong?" She asked.
"Someone fixed most of the space pod!" She said and Ozora raised an eyebrow. "Well, isn't that a good thing that someone fixed the ship?" She asked with a slight smirk.
"No…well yes but we don't know who did it! What if someone broke in and stole something…" Izume continued and Ozora chuckled, bringing Izume out of her rash talk. "I'm sorry. I though you would've seen the note I left you" Ozora said and Izume looked at her baffled.
"Izume!" A male Yardratian called and looked left and right before he saw her. "There you are! You shouldn't rush off like that. I wanted to tell you that I found a note inside the pod," he said.
"Our guest, Ozora fixed most of the one ship to show her gratitude," he said and Ozora nodded. "Oh…" Izume trailed off and a silence fell upon them.
"Daisuke" Ozora said and the male Yardratian looked at her. "Can I ask for a few materials from your laboratory?" Ozora asked and he nodded.
"Sure, but can you tell me what for?" Daisuke asked. "I'll come meet you in the laboratory right after breakfast to show you," Ozora said and he grunted.
Ozora glanced at the confused female Yardratian next to her and shook her head. "Let's go, Izume. I'm sure Kakkarot has already eaten half of the food," Ozora said and Izume snapped out of her thoughts.
"Is he your mate?" She asked suddenly and Ozora almost fell over. "No!" She shouted and saw everyone looked at her.
Ozora apologized and looked back at Izume, "What gives you that idea?" she asked.
"He worried about you when he first woke up and besides from eating kept a close eye on you," Izume said and Ozora felt her face heat up. "That's interesting to hear" Ozora said and saw Goku already digging into the morning food.
She stared at his back for a while in thought, I guess I could…It depends on how long he stays…
"Ozora?" Izume asked and Ozora snapped out of deep thoughts, "Yeah, I better eat before there's nothing left!" She said with a smile that Izume gladly returned.
"Thank you, Daisuke! I'll come by sometimes to check the ship's progress!" Ozora greeted and stepped out of the building. It may work even better than the old one! She thought holding something in her hand.
"Hey, Ozora!" Someone exclaimed appearing in front of her all of the sudden. Ozora yelped and tripped over her own foot. Before she could collide with the ground, strong arms grabbed her and she glared at the man.
"Kakkarot! If you think this is funny…" She trailed off seeing him laugh and hit him against his shoulder standing on her own. "Jerk" She said and he frowned.
"That's not a very nice thing to say," He said and Ozora huffed. "Says the Saiyan that just made me fell… Anyway, how did you appear like that?" Ozora asked and he smiled widely making Ozora raise an eyebrow.
"I call it, the Instant Transmission Technique!" He said pointing a finger up. Ozora blinked a few times, "Alright… Where did you learn this technique?" Ozora asked and Goku ribbed his chin.
"Uh…One of the Yardratians is teaching me how to use it! He's the Elder, you should also learn it!" Goku said and Ozora smirked. "It does sound interesting… I'll take you up on that offer" Ozora said.
"Great! I can take you to him right away!" Goku said and grabbed her waist. "Wait Kakkaro-" Ozora stopped talking and they both disappeared. The feeling felt familiar to Ozora as she travelled through space before appearing in a room where a blue Yardratian stood with his wooden cane.
"Elder! Uh Sir! I brought a friend with me to learn the Instant Transmission Technique!" Goku said while Ozora stood dumb folded. "Ah, yes. Princess Ozora, what a pleasant surprise" The elder said and Goku's eyes widened in shock.
"Princess?!" Goku exclaimed while looking at Ozora in disbelief, "Wow, does that mean you're Vegeta's sister?" He asked and Ozora's eyebrows twitched.
"Idiot, I'm not a Saiyan Princess. I was a Princess on another planet that was destroyed" Ozora said and saw the bitter memories flash in her mind. She made a pained face before looking at the Elder. "Can you please teach me?" She asked.
"Mmm, I believe I can. After all, I sense that you are pure of heart," He said and Ozora smiled slightly. "Thank you" Ozora said.
"It shouldn't be a difficult task since you've already done it before" The Elder said and Ozora looked at him in confusion. "I've done it before? How's that possible, sir?" She asked and saw him smile.
"I believe you were on a ship and put in a regeneration tank to heal after receiving multiple injuries by the Saiyan Prince. Do you remember now?" He asked and Ozora nodded. "I remember that strange time when I suddenly appeared outside the tank without even blasting through…Wait! How do you know that, sir?" Ozora asked in surprise.
"My eyes have seen through many lives, my dear. If you have a clear mind, you'll see more than what the universe can offer you," The Elder said and looked at Ozora.
"Shall we begin?"
So from here on there's a little more bonding between OZora and Goku. Moreover, don't worry. Goku will become a Super Saiyan! Find out more next time*
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