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Year 774, May 11th – Gohan P.O.V.
As Gohan meditated she tried to block out what her father and Shin were saying but tried to keep herself focused on re-awakening the power. When she heard her father leaving buying her more time the pressure started to get to her. She didn't realise she was shaking in stress until she felt a delicate hand on her shoulder. Watery eye's flying open she looks into her mothers stern yet kind eyes. "I can't loose Goten. I have to find the power again without a moon."
"I know dear, and you will. What did Piccolo always tell you when you would meditate?" Before Gohan could answer Chi-Chi continued, "he would tell you to relax clear your mind. No battle is won through anger and pain, but through skill and a clear mind. If you let what's happening down there cloud your judgment it'll only set you back."
"How do you know what piccolo used to tell me? I didn't know you were ever that close to hear."
"You trained with him for years and I was always close by."
Gohan smiled. How could she not with such support around her even if it was only from one person. "You're right mum, I need to clear my head. Thanks." Gohan closed her eyes once more. She tried to remember the feel of the Blutz waves coursing through her body. The feelings and memories that came with it. She wasn't sure how long had passed in that time maybe hours maybe minutes.
Little did she know on the outside she had turned Super Saiyan once more. Her hair standing up unnaturally high and yellow. But her aura was more silvery Golden then traditional yellow. She was focusing on the feelings that helped her transform. The love she felt from all the people in her life the love she for them as well. The want to protect all that she loved. An involuntary yell erupted from her throat and her body leaped up engulfing her in the same bright silver gold light. When she stood on the ground again she was back in the dubbed Super Saiyan 4 transformation. This time she felt like she could hold it almost indefinitely without the need for a moon.
"How's dad and Vegeta going on Earth?"
"About as well as you'd expect. It looks like by the time they got there most of the occupants besides Krillin, a little girl with blonde hair and taller girl with blonde hair I don't know, Dende and the two boys have survived. But they aren't on the lookout anymore. It seems the lookout was destroyed in the last 2 hours since your father got there. They've kept up with this pink monster, but it looks like they're running out of energy. I think I also saw some remaining humans with camera's near where Krillin and the others are hiding. I guess this is goodbye then." Chi-Chi tearfully said.
Gohan too was emotional but knew this moment would come. She was lucky to of had a chance to see her mother again. Hugging her fiercely "I love you mum."
"I love you too my little princess. Now go there and save the world once more. Don't forget your sword. I'll be here watching till the end. If that's okay with the Supreme Kai?"
"The deal was until Gohan left but considering the circumstances I think we could let you watch to the end of the fight." Chi-Chi smiled at the short man and hugged Gohan one more time.
Gohan strapped the Z-Sword to her back placed 2 fingers on her forehead and with a final wave I.T.'d to the fight. She managed to position herself right in front of a blast meant for Vegeta knocking it out of the way effortlessly.
"I'm not sure if you remember me Majin Buu I was there when you were resurrected. I swore I'd stop you. I'm here now to do just that."
"You don't look like anyone Buu has fought yet. But that's okay these people were getting boring." A skinny version of the monster she fought a few days ago stated.
She knew he had practically unlimited energy and regeneration, so she decided to go all out from the get to. She still wasn't sure how well this form will hold up for. She knew she was more powerful than him and every Ki enhanced punch seemed to weaken him, but it would never get rid of him. Then she had an idea. Her energy alone wouldn't do it, but maybe the energy of the remaining people of Earth might.
"Vegeta can you hold him off for a few minutes I need to talk to dad real quick I think I have a way to defeat him."
"Right. Guess it's all I'm good for these days. The back up."
Gohan sped back to her father whom was standing off to the side with the young boys Goten instantly attached himself to her. Gohan hugged him back momentarily before turning to her father. "Dad I have an idea that might work. I just need a quick tutorial on how to do it. Your body is only here temporarily so it would be better if I did it but how do I use the spirit bomb?"
"That's a great idea why didn't I think of it." Goku spent the next few moments giving Gohan the basics. She then went away from the group to try and complete it. Goku used that time to jump into the fight and help Vegeta out.
Gohan focused all her energy and spread it out into the Earth calling all living things to help out by sending all the energy they could spare. She withdrew her sword as a way to channel the energy she was receiving. It was a powerful feeling even if the population had been reduced, they all gave her energy. Like something deep inside them told them to raise their hands to the air and release all the energy they could spare. Little did she know the camera man had caught her conversation with her father and as she had called for energy out loud everyone watching the T.V. was helping out. Being attached to all living things on the planet really took it's toll on Gohan. She focused all the energy into the sword along with her own. Looking up she saw her father and Vegeta being batted away. Powering herself up the silver/gold Aura surrounded her creating her own wind, she walked towards Buu sword positioned in front like a true warrior. She had him entranced walking towards him with a glowing sword.
"Your rein of terror ends now! This planet doesn't want you here anymore!" She charged him Buu tried to punch her, but the sword cut through his arm. When the energy touched his flesh, his arm disintegrated before touching the ground and the area that would normally renew was charred. This told Gohan all she needed to know. What ever energy he was made up with a divine blade with the energy of mortals infused in it was enough to beat him. In Majin Buu's shock and lapse in concentration Gohan plunged the sword into his heart with a final yell she poured all her energy as well as the energy of the Earth into him. This exploded him from the inside out burning away any chance of him regenerating. The blast that shot through him had nowhere to go so Gohan directed it into the atmosphere. Upon lowering the sword, she noticed the sword had shattered. 'Maybe it wasn't as divine as the Kai's claimed, it couldn't handle so much energy in it. Oh well. It did it's job.' "It's over" she exclaims collapsing from exhaustion she didn't know she had.
Out of nowhere Goten tackled Gohan even more to the ground and wouldn't let go. Constantly repeating how much he missed her. Even Trunks came up and hugged her. Lifting herself and both boys off the ground Gohan took stock of the situation. She saw Krillin off to the side trying to shield Erasa holding a scared Maron and Dende behind him. She tried to sense any other energies where the lookout was supposed to be but felt none. Expanding her search to the rest of Earth she was saddened to feel so few powers but was glad some of them still were still there. It amazed her while in this form she was able to feel even the weakest energy signal on the Earth. Luckily there was a large group of people at King Furry's palace at the edges of West city and Satan City. As she was doing that Erasa came up and hugged her even though she was still holding the young boys and Erasa still had Maron. Though it didn't look like Maron cared as she also joined the hug. Gohan took a few moments to relish the feel of their hugs after coming to focus on what was happening around her.
"Is this everyone?" At their sombre looks so asked. "Did we get the Dragon Balls at least?".
"Yes we have them, is that really you Gohan? You look so different."
Gohan smiled and nodded. "I did some research with the Supreme Kai on us Saiyans and apparently this is the original super Saiyan form used by the legendary Super Saiyan over 1000 Years ago."
"Well I'm so glad you came back. We even have the Dragon Balls. Bulma even put them into a storage Capsule for me. Here." Dende went to hand over the capsule.
Before Gohan could respond Vegeta jumped in. "What do you mean the original super Saiyan transformation. If that is the original what have we been using all these years?!"
"Honestly I'm not too sure. I didn't get enough time to look into it but even you must of noticed that it was more of a power boost then true transformation." At Vegeta not talking anymore Gohan continued with the conversation with Dende. "Perfect. Get it set up at what ever remains of the lookout but don't summon the dragon until I get back."
"What? But mummy you just got here you can't leave again."
"I'm not going far I have to go talk to King Furry. He has to know what's happening cause a bunch of people are going to be resurrected again and if there's no explanation just imagine the mayhem that would ensue. I promise I'll be back soon."
It was then she noticed the news camera off in the distance. She powered down and walked over to the terrified man and reporter. If she didn't know better they were the same ones from the Cell games. "Are you Jimmy Firecracker the reporter from the Cell games?"
"Yes ma'am I am. Who are you?"
"Princess Gohan of the Combined Kingdoms and Ox Kingdom. As well as I guess the newest WMAT Champion. Did you manage to record the whole fight?"
"Y-Yes… Will you let us interview you and your friends?"
"No." The reporter looked crestfallen. "Not yet. I will be talking to King Furry soon and hopefully we will be able to bring back as many people, the Monster known as Majin Buu killed. But we fear it won't be everyone."
"You mean like what happened during the Cell games?"
"Yes. Unfortunately, anyone that died then won't be able to come back. The Earths Special forces only have so much power and won't grant the same wish twice." Gohan went to leave with them via I.T.
"Who is the Earths special forces?"
"You really don't get the premise of 'in a rush' do you? They are the group of martial artists that have been there helping fight all forms of evil since the time of King Piccolo. Every major Alien invasion since. Does no one know the history of our people? Now if you'll come with me please grab my hand, both of you."
The 2 men reluctantly touched her hand and next thing they knew they were surrounded by Security in front of King Furry. Whom was in his throne room with as many people that would fit. Gohan was happy so many people found shelter. "Gohan! Thanks goodness. I knew you'd come through again!"
"Hello Sir. I'm sorry it took so long to beat this threat. I had to get special training to have the power to defeat him. As I've already told Mr Firecracker here. The Earths special forces will be able to revive a lot of people. But we fear those that had died by a different catastrophe won't. The Dragon Balls don't like repeating a wish."
"Wait! You mean the legendary Dragon Balls of myth are real?!" Jimmy jumped in.
Gohan turned to him exasperated. "Yes, they are. They are protected and powerful, but they also have limits on what they can perform." She states before turning back to Furry. "I've already stated that tomorrow, midday you and I will give an interview to explain what has happened. Hopefully that is enough time to assess the damage done."
"Thank you Princess. I will start the preparations for that now. Mr Firecracker I suggest you turn the camera off now. I already saw all the footage you gathered as it was aired live." He gestured to the giant screen on the side of the wall showing them as the camera Man filmed them.
"Uh… Of course, your majesty." He stammered while the Camera Man fumbled with the camera. Gohan took that time to place her 2 fingers to her forehead and I.T.'d it back to the group whom worked their way back to what remains of the lookout.
"Let's see how many people get to come back this time."
"Well we know Vegeta won't as he was resurrected by Earth Balls last time. Same as Master Roshi" Krillin added.
"Sharpner won't be back either." Eraser spoke up. "He was killed when Cell attacked, so was I but he jumped in front of that beam for me while I ran away."
"It's okay Erasa. It will be okay. After we restore the Earth I'll go to Planet Namek and get him back with their version it's more powerful and will repeat a wish but will only bring one person back at a time."
"You will wish me back when you go won't you?" Vegeta asked coming up behind Gohan in a timid voice even for him. As he went to touch her shoulder she moved away.
It was Trunks that spoke up, "of course we will dad. Right Gohan?"
Gohan looked at Vegeta she tried to show him how much he hurt her. The pale look on his face meant he got the message, before answering. "I suppose we should. Okay Dende, Summon him."
"Arise Shenron!" Dende yelled. As the sky turned dark and the Balls glowed the long and mighty Shenron burst from him home.
"I will grant you 2 wishes, use them wisely."
Gohan stepped forward to speak. "Please Shenron can you bring back to life all the good people killed since day of the World Martial Arts Tournament?"
"An easy wish." He stated as his eyes glowed, all around Gohan could feel all the collective energies that made up the planet. Sharpner didn't come back this time and the halo above Vegeta's head was still there so her theory was correct. Though the rest of her friends were all back and looking bewildered. She even felt Piccolo's energy off in the distance. A lot more energies came back than she expected. 'Probably because Cell hunted in the sticks while Buu hunted in the populated Cities.' "State your second wish!"
"Well guys, Should we use a second wish or save it for another day? How about restoring the Lookout?"
"Don't worry about the lookout young Gohan, Dende and I will be able to repair it easily enough." Mr Popo added.
Trunks pulled on Gohan's leg gaining her attention. "Do you think we could wish for me to have a tail? Now that you, dad and Goten have one can I have one as well?"
Gohan looked up to Vegeta who had a look of pride on his face at his son wanting to be a true Saiyan. Gohan herself was thinking of restoring the moon but if both boys had their tails that would be dangerous until they could control it so she figured it would be okay.
"Okay kiddo. Shenron! Can you please give Trunks his Saiyan Tail back?"
"Very well. It is done." Shenron went back into his Balls and as they rose into the Air Gohan jumped up to grab two of them. Figuring now that she has told the world about them best keep them safe. Luckily her guess was right as she saw one was the 4-star ball that was dear to her family before they turned to stone.
"Dad. How much longer do you 2 have?"
"Vegeta is down to 2 hours. As I gave him 6."
"Okay. Well you should get back. Maybe help escort mum back to Heaven if she's still up on Supreme Kai's world."
"Right. Got to make up for lost time. Hehe. I'll see ya around My Monkey Princess." He said hugging his little girl one last time
"If you want to use more of the hours feel free to stop in maybe King Kai will let you know when the next big event is happening." Gohan says tearfully while hugging her father before waving to everyone else and I. back to Otherworld. She didn't see the look that passed his face at her words as she hugged him. Nor did she know that King Kai wasn't supposed to look in on them any more so the chances of knowing when a big event came up was slim.
"Vegeta I'll go to Namek now and will have you back before your time runs out. It will make Trunks very happy." Vegeta merely grunted at the gesture. He knew he messed up if he didn't before, Gohan's cold attitude towards him definitely indicated to it now.
"Gohan can I come too? I imagine my brother will be very distressed being brought back on an alien planet."
"Can we come too mummy? I don't want you to leave again."
"Very well. I guess I can transport all of you. Anyone else want to come?"
Everyone else shook their heads. Bulma came up to Gohan and hugged her. "Just get them back and be back safe okay?"
"Okay. Vegeta you coming?" Gohan asks as Goten jumps on Gohan's back and Trunks and Erasa all grab a hand each. Vegeta grunts and like it pains him to touch her but deep down he's happy she will let him and grabs one of her shoulders.
Gohan focuses for a moment to get to the far away planet and next thing the small group know they are standing in front of a bunch of Piccolos all looking different ages and sizes, watching the newcomers with weary glances. Gohan located Elder Mori and walked over to him. Bowing low. "It's good too see you again Elder Mori. I'm sorry to barge onto your world unannounced."
"My is that you Lady Gohan? You've grown so well. We all felt what was going on over on Earth. We thought we'd gather our Dragon Balls just in case we got a visitor from Earth. Seems we got a lot more people then we expected." He says as he looks around Gohan to the 4 people behind her. One he knew from his time on Earth. One looked like the warrior whom fought Frieza and the others were unknown.
"You guys always know too much. No wonder you make such good guardians of planets. This is my son, Goten. You remember Vegeta. And this little boy is Vegeta's son Trunks and a close friend of mine Erasa. I can't thank you enough for letting us do this. It is for only 3 souls this time that our Dragon couldn't bring back."
"Well we better get to it." He stated the obvious. The group first wished back Vegeta and watched the Halo above his head disappear. Gohan could tell he was happy to be back even if he remained as stoic as ever. Next up was Sharpner. They had to word the wish differently then normal so that he would end up there at Namek and not back on Earth alone and confused. When he came back he saw Erasa and Gohan waiting off to the side, among a bunch of random looking aliens. After running to hug his sister it took her 5 minutes to calm him down and explain what happened. The third wish was to bring back Master Roshi. However as he refused to come back saying he had lived long enough the third wish went unused.
After a heart warming thanks to the Namekians Gohan gathered their friends and I.T.'d it back to the lookout. Everyone was still there waiting. Gohan noticed Bulma and Yamcha showing more affection then normal Trunks was hanging close to his dad. Goten wouldn't let go of Gohan, not that she minded. After she told Krillin about Master Roshi's decision #18, Krillin and Maron were saying their goodbyes to head home. Erasa, Videl and Sharpner were off in their own circle and made their way over to Gohan just as Piccolo touched down on the lookout.
"Hey kid. I'm uh.." Before Piccolo could finish the Sentence Gohan flung her arms around him. In a rare show of affection at not being hated by his first friend and student Piccolo smiled and hugged her back.
"Can anyone besides Rase whom is making no sense tell me what is happening? That Majin Buu was here he turned most of us into chocolates then next thing I know I'm in a beautiful field with most of you then I am brought to a place with lits of Aliens and now we are back on the lookout. Who beat Buu?"
"I did. I'm sorry I wasn't here sooner. I lost my Super Saiyan power up and the Supreme Kai Shin helped me find a different, more powerful one. It just took a lot longer to perfect than I would of liked. I'm sorry."
"You saved the world again. You brought back almost everyone in the world. You have nothing to be sorry for Gohan." Videl told her. "How ever I think I need to go find my father. In case he tries to take the credit for this one."
"I wouldn't worry about that." Krillin piped up. "The news camera's caught the end of the fight with Buu. So, I doubt he will be able to take credit as it showed he wasn't even around when it happened."
"Oh, well that's good. Maybe he'll become his old self again." Videl mused. Taking out her copter capsule Erasa, Sharpner and herself got on for the long drive back to Satan City. "See you in school Gohan. We were meant to start yesterday but I think they may give us the rest of the week. I hope they do. Bye."
Everyone else managed to leave soon after. Vegeta refused to go with Bulma and Yamcha and the rest but Trunks had to go with them. Instead he went off in a different direction. Gohan and Goten decided to fly to their grandfathers palace to check in on him. When they landed behind the closed palace gates the entire kingdom seemed to be out waiting at the gates and cheered for her arrival. Gohan didn't know what to do with all the cheers and photo's being taken so she just smiled and waved. As she tried to walk her way up to the palace Even the guards and house staff were applauding her. As she got into the throne room she was greet by her grandfather. He scooped both Goten and Gohan up into hugs talking and crying about how proud he was. Mrs Pincell came up to inform them that many news camera's were wanting interviews outside. Gohan informed her that there would be an interview tomorrow for the world that they can attend and if they want details to contact King Furry. Until then Gohan was just going to enjoy time with her family. As she should hers. At that Mrs Pincell nodded solemnly and exited the room to inform the masses as well as call her children.
The next day Gohan was in her room in the palace. Goten had slept in her bed with her still refusing to have her out of his sight. While Gohan sat at her dresser looking over all the items that weren't hers but the crowns. The only thing that was hers there was her watch that used to hold her Gold fighter outfit but now held her Saiyan armour. She didn't need to be ready for the interview until 10am and had promised Erasa that she could dress and style her. After Mrs. Pincell called her children and ex husband to see how they were it was decided that all 3 of them would come to the Ox-kingdom for the week until school went back. Gohan even volunteered to transport them herself through I.T. so they wouldn't have to fly the 6 hours from Satan City. The interview was going to be held here in the Ox-kingdom, which Gohan was immensely happy for. She suspected Erasa to arrive any moment now as Gohan had given the family a few rooms near where Mrs Pincell lived for the few nights as all the hotels had been booked out thanks to the interview. On que her doors swung open and in walked Erasa Sharpner and to Gohan's surprise Videl.
"What are you doing here Videl I thought you'd be with your father? Is he okay?"
"Yeah he is. He's had his publicist in his ear all night last night going on about how he should be taking the credit and claiming the whole thing a hoax. When I heard it, I confronted him and told him if he did he would loose me. And when he tried to tell me they were all tricks I kind of blasted a hole in the wall beside him and walked out. When Erasa mentioned she was here with you I decided I'd join you. Show the world that I am on your side and support you the heir to the kingdoms and advocate of the tradition Martial arts over my father. You were the one to save the world. They are not tricks. If my father knows what's good for him he will use this time to announce retirement or something as he already lost the championship. It's just sad that he's so greedy and his publicist knows it and plays on it. I just hope with me by your side it will remind him not to push his luck."
"Thanks Videl. That means so much to me. I hope it doesn't come to that I'd hate to be the reason you and your dad have a falling out, but I can't deny that I'm touched by the gesture." Gohan smiled feeling a huge weight off her chest. But until the interview is over she doubts it would be really gone. This day she would be coming out as the 1st in line to the entire Combine Kingdoms and Ox-Kingdom as well as coming out and actively telling the world about Ki and possibly the Dragon Balls.
Gohan was happy the interview was over. It went well enough. After her display at the WMAT people weren't too hard on the questioning. She did manage to come up with a bull story about the Dragon Balls saying they are now guarded by the Guardian of Earth and that if people didn't believe her they should just check the history pages. As well as telling them about all these restriction on them if they do manage to find the set. Mr Satan enthusiasts came trying to cause trouble but instead of Videl standing up, Mr Satan himself made an appearance and in a statement claiming his retirement and was happy to give the baton to the delivery girl from the Cell games. The interview even touched on People who use Ki and Gohan hoped a few people would be seeking some of the old masters to learn. 'The people of Earth really are sheep if you promise keep them safe'.
King Furry even publicly announced a Celebration for her defeat of the monster Majin Buu on the 17th and publicly swearing in Gohan as heir to the combined Kingdoms the day after. The crowd loved the idea; Gohan however had to refute.
To the crowd she stated. "I thank you for the support. I promise to use my power to protect all people of this magnificent planet. It's no secret that there are other forces in the universe that are more powerful than us as fighters. My father even descends from one such race. However if there is to be a celebration I would want it in the honor of all the people whom weren't able to come back this time. Not for me." This turned the crowd somber yet they cheered her on none the less.
"Then we will have the 16th as a public holiday to remember all those unable to return. And swear you in on your 17th birthday on the 18th of May."
"That was great Gohan. I think your rule will be an easy one if you keep the people happy and keep defeating the intergalactic threats. I will help you out with the domestic ones from within the justice system. After we graduate of course." Videl claimed.
Videl, Sharpner, Erasa Trunks and Bulma were all standing to the side of the stage while Gohan, King Furry, Goten (as Gohan's heir) and Grandpa Ox took seats in a panel on the stage to answer questions. Goten didn't answer any he was there as support for Gohan.
"I'll hold you to that. I know you won't need any help to get your self up the ladder of law enforcement. Now I think I want to go home. Spend some time in the quiet mountains with Goten."
"Okay but your coming into the city and we are getting you a new dress for both the Remembrance Day and your swearing in of the Combined kingdoms on Thursday okay? I know you have a lovely wardrobe to choose from back at your grandpa's, but you need something else. Bulma you agree with me right?" Erasa preached.
Bulma having been listening in agreed. Plans were made to meet at Capsule Corp and they would go from there. Videl even agreed to come with them. Sharpner on the other hand had a date already.
Year 774, May 15th
Erasa and Panchy were as bad as each other when it came to shopping Gohan didn't know how they managed to get her to try on so many outfits. After hours of hopeless searching. Gohan having been stopped by no less than 50 people for an autograph or photo and her super loud empty stomach rumbling they finally settle on a casual outfit for the Remembrance Day public speech and a much more formal and sleek dress for her Swearing In and Birthday. It wasn't what she would see as a perfect way to spend her Birthday, but she is a woman of her word.
The Remembrance Day celebration was not very low-key even though Gohan gave a sombre speech about never forgetting those unable to return and even Mr Satan came up and added to her speech. The talk with Videl really changed him. When he wasn't as Show-Boaty, he wasn't too bad to talk to.
She hadn't seen Vegeta at all in that time and was finding it hard not to ask after him to Bulma. She still cared about him. But what he did hurt her. A lot. The fact he would of killed all their friends and his son even if he was under control of Babidi still hurt Gohan. Even Piccolo fought the mind control, Gohan could tell it hurt him to, but he did. Vegeta it seemed, let it happen. Could she forgive him if he asked for it? She couldn't answer that herself just yet. She would just have to keep moving on and put the pain in her heart on hold for now.
Year 774, May 18th
Erasa dressed Gohan up immaculately. Her dress was modest yet elegant. Her hair was done up in a bun with her bangs down in front. The fact that they defied gravity and stuck up all over the place looked good with the style bun she had. The dress she had on was stunning. Erasa and Panchy managed to find a dress that reminded Gohan of an ancient Warrior Queen she saw in the history books. It was a delicate mix of what could be classed as armour and a classic princess dress without the extreme poufy bottom.
She had invited all her friends to it as it would also double as her Birthday Party. The ceremony was lovely held in King Furry's Palace. King Furry even crowned Gohan with his grandmothers crown as a show of giving his full support to her. The after party was in full swing. Goten, Maron and Trunks had wandered off to kami knows where. Bulma was with Yamcha to the side talking with some officials and Yamcha was showing so much affection and attention to her it looked like Bulma was getting annoyed at it but wouldn't rebuff him. Krillin and #18 were talking to Videl and Sharpner. Gohan suspected they were both trying to get training out of Krillin or #18. Erasa was just happy rubbing shoulders with some of the higher ups in both kingdoms following her mother around trying the learn what she did. Her bubbly attitude made everyone just fall in love with her. Tien and Piccolo had even made an appearance. Both greeted Gohan then went and stood off to the side and glared at anyone whom came up to interact with them besides the Z-Fighters.
Gohan on the other hand had just managed to get herself away from a high-ranking member of the Namu Village claiming to be a grandson of the previous WMAT champion King Chappa wanting to join their houses by marrying her. Gohan could feel he didn't even have a fighting power stronger than Sharpner, so she politely refused. It wasn't till he claimed he would beat her in a martial arts fight to win her hand that Gohan was saved by Mrs Pincell coming and whisking her away claiming to be needed elsewhere.
"Thanks Mrs Pincell. He was getting really loud about it. He just wouldn't take the hint."
"That's okay. I could see you needed help. Though I wouldn't be surprise if he went to the news and challenged you creating a whole tournament for your hand. He is known to be very arrogant like that. I've heard a few of the high-ranking members of different areas talk about it."
"Great. It'll be like the boys in high school making a sport out of dating me." Gohan stated un-enthusiastically. As Videl and Sharpner came overhearing the end of the conversation.
"I can see a few of the guys from school wanting in on that tournament." Sharpner added with a smirk. Gohan knew he was on her side but she suspected he egged a few of the jocks on just to watch Gohan knock them down.
"If that happens then they would have to fight and beat me. For me to have any interest in them." Gohan couldn't understand why when she said that, it practically turned into a promise to herself. She figured it was part of her Saiyan pride coming through.
Finally being able to extract herself from the large groups of people Gohan managed to find a private balcony where no one seemed to be able to see nor find her. Over the past week since her defeat of Buu she hadn't been able to get a full minute to herself to just relax. Closing the doors to the party and staring out to the city below. Gohan soaked up the night sky. She thought about training Goten and Trunks in controlling their tails and bringing the moon back. She really missed it.
When Vegeta touched down beside her Gohan froze. They hadn't spoken since they wished him back and everything that was said was curt and short. He hadn't sought her out either. She didn't move nor acknowledge him. If she did she feared she would run into his arms. It confused her that she was so all over the place with her feelings for him. She didn't want to show him that so being a statue seemed to be the best option.
"I'm sorry." At his first words Gohan turned to face him. To her surprise he was wearing a simple black suit with a bow tie. This was one of only a small handful of times Gohan had seen Vegeta wear human clothing. He kept fidgeting similar to Goten and Trunks always did when told to behave. She had to admit he looked good in it. "I know you probably don't want to see me anymore." She continued to just watch him. "I know I messed up." That got a response out of her.
"Messed up?" She couldn't help but reply to a statement like that. "If it wasn't for Trunks I probably would of left you to rot in HIFL. It was dad's idea to give you a chance for redemption not mine or the Kai's. I saw the look in your eye's, I heard the conversation you had with dad. You LET Babidi control you! You would of killed your own son and mine and all the people I cared about in a heartbeat. You almost did! Just for a chance to battle dad fully. Your lucky I stood up for you and got them to leave saying you were under mind control. But you weren't. Not really. Apparently it was only after you thought I died that you came out of it. Do you really care so little for us? Why did you stay all those years for then?"
Vegeta had his head down. Letting her words wash over him. She saw him fidgeting still, whether it was from her words or the suit she wasn't sure. "I cannot lie to you. In my moment of prideful one-minded arrogance, I let that wizard give me more power to fight against your father. It had been my driving force for years. I will not deny what you said. But I was wrong. I thought having that over your father would make me happy. But in doing so I lost what ever we had together, that with you, had made me truly happy. I can see that now. If you say the word I will leave this planet and live the rest of my life on a desolate world alone like that old Hermit on the Island did. I'll never kill another sentient being for the rest of my life. On my Honour as the Prince of Saiyans."
Gohan closed her eyes and turned away contemplating his offer. "You haven't earned that honour back. Not with me. Just because the old Saiyans would step on each other for power does not mean we will accept that among us now. That is not honour, that is a disgrace." Gohan felt Vegeta turn away as if to leave. Turning back to him she softly calls. "For the record; I'm still angry but mostly I'm disappointed in you. But I don't want you to leave. It would break Trunk's heart."
Vegeta stopped his leave and turned towards Gohan with a small badly wrapped package, handing it to her. "I believe it is customary to give a gift to someone you care about on the day celebrating their birth."
Gohan went to unwrap the present. Inside was a broach. Made of Gold with some colours that shone like gems but were weaved into the gold in a way that said they couldn't be. Not from this planet at least. It had an intricate and beautiful design Gohan hadn't seen before. "What symbol is this?" She asks quietly.
"It's my families royal crest and with the woman's help it's combined your human sides royal crest. Modified to be more feminine. You are the embodiment of what a True Saiyan is and what this planet or any planet needs in their queen. I thought it fitting."
"It's Beautiful. Thank you." She said still barely above a whisper.
Vegeta did something then that Gohan never though he would. It was awkward and she could tell he was restricted in his movements, like the suit wasn't right for his size. He grabbed her hand and kissed it, before turning away and flying off.
Gohan stood there for a while longer unsure what to do. After a few moments Videl came out looking for her. "There you are. Apparently people are leaving and Mrs Pincell asked me to find you as it's apparently customary that you see them off." Videl noticed Gohan wasn't listening so she tried again by touching her on the arm. This caused her to jump. "Gohan?"
"W-what?"
"People are leaving your supposed to wave them off…? Are you okay?"
Gohan cleared her head and added the broach to her dress. "Yes I'm fine. Guess I better get back to the party see these people off." Gohan returned to the party and sought out Mrs Pincell and King Furry whom were off talking to her grandfather waiting for her.
She ended up spending the next half hour saying goodbye to people some kissing her on her hand as they bowed. It didn't have the same stomach tingling affect as when Vegeta did it but she was in such a mindless daze just smiling and repeating 'thanks for coming'.
Eventually it was just Bulma, Yamcha, her school friends, her grandfather, Mrs Pincell and King Furry left. The boys were asleep in a different room. The adults were too intoxicated to leave and were off laughing to themselves. It was really just Gohan and her friends.
"That's a pretty broach. I don't remember adding that to your ensemble." Erasa adds after they got away from the loud adults. Everyone still there were aloud to stay at King Furry's palace with Gohan and Goten tonight, so the friends decided to go to a comfier casual room assigned to Gohan and Goten to relax.
"It was a present. From Vegeta. He made it himself. Apparently." Erasa got up close and inspected it.
"It would be a beautiful personal crest to have to sign the bottom of your documents. I reckon you should have a simple version made to use as a wax seal." She adds.
The room they were in was the suite that had Goten's room to one side of the sitting room and Gohan's on the other. The girls had changed into something less formal and Sharpner was just in his trackpants and sweater. They ended up falling asleep talking on the couches. Gohan and Erasa on one and Sharpner and Videl on another. Sometime through the night Gohan woke up and saw Videl had cuddled up to Sharpner's side and he had put a protective hand around her shoulder. It didn't take much for sleep to take her again. Her last thoughts were about going back to school in a few days. Gohan was cautious on how people would treat the 'class nerd' now.
TBC...