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Gohan and Vegeta left the palace to see where her uninvited guests went to. She found them at an ice cream truck in a heated discussion with a 7-year-old girl. Gohan couldn't hear what was being said but she saw Piccolo looking around, probably for her with Bulma hiding behind him. As they made her way up he overheard the arguing.
"That's it I'm going to blow this whole planet up, this little monster just pushed in front of me!"
"Now now my Lord, it's just a little girl, if you blow up the planet you'll never get to taste 'the best thing ever' according to Miss Bulma."
"But! Arrgh! Fine."
"Is everything okay?" Gohan asked after listening to the end of the conversation.
"It's Princess Gohan! Wait, sorry mumma said from today you're Queen Gohan. Hi Queen Gohan." The little girl said all excited about seeing her jumping up and down while trying to curtsy.
"Hello." She smiled, "are you having fun?" The little girl nodded. "That's good to hear, but you shouldn't be so rude and jump in front of people in the line." Gohan gently scolded her
"I'm sorry. I just really enjoy this ice cream." The little girl said looking down.
"I do too. What's your favourite flavour?"
"Chocolate crunch."
"That is a yummy flavour my son likes that one too. I'm a fan of Earl Grey."
"That's a funny flavour."
"It is isn't it." Gohan giggled. Standing up she addressed the proprietor. "Hi Greg, one large Early Grey in a cone, one scoop of chocolate crunch in a cone and 2 large special sample bowls please." Turning to the others she also asked, "do any of you want anything?" They all shook their heads so Gohan turned back to the front giving the proprietor her signature smile and the man and his assistant rushed the order. Beerus was still fuming in the background while Whis just watched on with what could be seen as an amused smile.
"Here your Majesty."
"Thanks Greg." Gohan said still smiling. Passing the chocolate ice cream cone to the little girl who ran off all excited. Before giving the sample bowls which were the size of large fruit bowls with one scoop of each flavour as well as sprinkles and strawberries and whipped cream on top. Handing them to her two special guests and getting her own cone. "I apologise for the young girl. Not all kids are taught the same manners and can get super excited about simple things like ice cream. Now if you don't like a flavour don't blow the planet up, just leave it and move on please. There's so much more to be tried." They sat at a nearby table so the Deities could enjoy the treats. Bulma sat with them with Vegeta and Piccolo hanging back just watching the scene. They were around where Mrs Pincell had all the dessert trucks situated so Gohan got an attendant to bring samples of each item for them to try. After watching them eat the ice cream she figured it would be the best way to stall for time, plus Bulma had taken them through most of the savory trucks earlier. #18 went to follow the boys to the lookout making sure they did what was asked. The rest of the Z Fighters were stationed around trying to look inconspicuous, but they were well known now and besides Yamcha, none knew how to blend into the crowd and even he didn't do that well. Chicku was safe with her grandfather who didn't feel well enough to be out mingling, they could do this, whatever this was going to be.
"It seems you have the populations adorations your Majesty."
"Please just Gohan, I'm not one for titles. But um, thanks. I've spent my life trying to protect this planet, in recent years since Majin Buu and Cell it has been more public. I hope to continue to do it for decades to come."
"Well if you continue to supply food this yummy then there's a chance I may not destroy the planet. But it is my job." Beerus stated with something akin to reluctance.
"Please don't get offended but if Lord Beerus is the God of Destruction, and you are his attendant what does that make you? Are you also a God, to be able to live as long as Lord Beerus and the Kais or are you a Kai?"
"Well strictly speaking I am an Angel. I watch over Lord Beerus' actions as he and the Kai's help keep the balance, but they are not the highest authority."
"Well there is the theory of multiverses that come up when studying theoretical Physics. So I can see why there would need to be higher ups if there are multiple universes. Well My existence already solidified that theory into fact it for me. Am I aloud to know who the highest authority is?"
"Well, I am the watcher of this universe along with my brothers and sisters for the other universes. The supreme Kai of time is the highest authority for the Kai's and I am equal to her in status. Though I rarely need to do anything like that, that's why I tend to sit back and watch."
"Wow, that's incredible. I knew the universe was immense and that Chorona was pretty high up but that puts a new outlook on it."
"Yes, I'm surprised you know of Lady Chorona the Supreme Kai of Time."
"Only by name and reputation I knew she was the keeper of all history, I haven't had the pleasure of meeting her though."
"Indeed. What I want to know is how a mere mortal so young, such as yourself along with so many people on this planet got so strong. Majin Buu had been around long before my time and no God or Kai was able to stop him. You not only stopped and killed him, but you were apparently able to beat the Supreme kai and his second easily." Beerus asked.
"Like I said before with training and help. We have learnt over the years that Saiyans have an unlimited potential we can rise to the power of what ever threat comes most of the time. After every battle we get stronger. If we are beaten then when our body heals we are usually almost as strong as the person who beat us. It helps when we are calm and happy. At first it took emotional stress and rage to activate these boosts to our power but over time, here on Earth I had learned to control my emotions and that helped now it's love more than pain that gives me my power. Also the fact I don't seek power for anything other than to protect has helped. Though I do love a good fight." Noticing the food on the table was gone Gohan rose from her chair. "Have you tried the Sushi Master yet? His work is some of the best on this planet."
"No not yet. Though I am starting to get the impression your stalling for time. Have you found anything on the Super Saiyan God yet?"
"No. I did remember something referenced on it, but I don't know what it said. I have a plan to find out. I'm just hoping you will be willing to wait a few hours till the sun sets before we can ask the eternal dragon."
"You're asking a dragon? Why does it have to wait till night-time?"
"Well the people know about the dragon, but I don't want to cause a scene in such a public place. Besides it will give you the chance to sample more of our food." Gohan coaxed while walking up to the sushi bar greeting the proprietor whom was shocked at the Queen casually coming to his stall with guests. "Hello Master Sushi," She bowed, "these are some special visitors of mine, do you mind showing them your best works? They've never had the chance to try sushi before."
"My Queen, of course!" He bowed to her then to Whis and Beerus. Jumping straight into the best ways to eat sushi and fully educating them on the matter.
Gohan figured that brought them an hour. Piccolo and Vegeta were standing by the trailer in stiff, matching poses, not realising that they were. "So that buys us an hour, I have a plan in mind, but we just have to wait till night fall so Shenron won't be as easily seen." Resting her head on Vegeta's shoulder she was feeling more tired than normal. She hopped she wasn't pregnant but knew she most likely was. If she could save the planet without having to fight or even giving Vegeta the chance then she would be all for it. But if this Beerus is the god of Destruction she feared all of them together wouldn't be enough if they don't find out what or who the Super Saiyan god is.
"Are you okay?" Vegeta asked quietly.
"Just tired. It's been a busy few weeks." Gohan said lamely giving a weak smile.
"Maybe you should wait at the lookout with the boys, we can escort Lord Beerus there at sunset." Piccolo offered.
"I'm officially the face of this planet now. I have to be seen by all people that come visit. I appreciate the help, but I won't go and make you guys do all the work. Thanks for the offer though." Genuinely smiling at her companions this time hoping to put the two stoic worrying warriors at rest.
It took longer than Gohan anticipated for Beerus and Whis to be done eating as they both asked lots of questions. Gohan was slightly relieved they seemed happy when leaving for the next place. There wasn't much time left as the festival was slowing down and a lot of vendors would be closing up but with Gohan there they would instantly rush around to bring everything back out. At least the crowds had thinned out a lot and there weren't any lines to wait for most foods. The last truck was a Mexican food truck. Once more the two guests quizzed the proprietor on everything to do with each dish given.
"Well the food on this planet has definitely improved since I last visited, though you humans weren't on the planet yet. I haven't had many reasons to want to destroy this planet. But it looks like everyone is leaving so where are we going now? I believe you said we would get answers now?" Lord Beerus asked.
"Yes my Lord. Um the lookout is a little flight away. If you would follow me." Gohan slowly flew up and away from the remaining crowd followed by Beerus and Whis and the rest of the Z fighters who dropped what they were doing and followed, it took 10 minutes to get to the lookout as Gohan tried not to go too quickly.
Once there they landed to the greeting of Dende and Mr. Popo as well as the boys, Maron and #18.
"Welcome to the lookout." Dende greeted the group having been briefed on the situation by #18 after the boys weren't able to make any sense.
"This is the guardian of this planets home I see" Beerus walked around inspecting the area. "Well the sun has set let's get this started. I think I've been patient enough."
Gohan gathered the dragon balls, "Arise Shenron!"
"State your 2 wishes, if they are within my power I will grant them." Boomed Shenrons mighty voice.
"Shenron! We don't have actual wishes, just a few questions is that okay?"
"It is highly unconventional. Proceed."
"We were wondering if you know anything about a Super Saiyan God? Lord Beerus the Destroyer wants to know." Gohan pointed to Beerus standing behind her.
"Uh.. oh... L-lord B-Beerus. It is a pleasure; I-I've heard many things." Shenron stuttered.
"Like wise." Beerus replied. "But the question still stands, who or where is the Super Saiyan God?"
"Uh.. Yeah… Um… One does not exist yet."
"How can we make one exist?" Piccolo added.
"The legend of the Saiyan God states that 5 Saiyans with righteous hearts, bestowed their power onto another who enveloped the Ki of the Gods to fight the evil Saiyans bent on killing all life. He fought and defeated all the evil enemies and vanished without a trace. The Saiyan God can not last long in our plane."
"Hmm, interesting, so we need 6 Saiyans that makes it a little hard." Piccolo mused.
"Yeah, there's your sister and mother floating around the universe Vegeta." Bulma added
"Yeah but I've lost track of them, they've gotten good at hiding their powers." Conceded Gohan.
"Well you better think of something; I really don't like waiting around." Beerus demanded.
"Oh my." Whis whispered. Little did they know but a very small power level had come to the planet and was tracking them.
It wasn't until the dragon boomed. "Your wish has been granted. State your second wish." That had the entire lookout turning to the dragon and seeing a small purple weak-looking alien dressed in what Frieza's and the cold army's men did back on Namek standing under the dragon.
He looked like he was about to say a second wish before Gohan sprang into action, "thank you Shenron that is all today!" She rushed out. When the dragon vanished Gohan jumped up with her skirt flung out catching all 7 solid stone Dragon balls so they wouldn't scatter before landing metres away from the intruder. "Who are you and what did you wish for?" Not trusting him one bit, purely on the fact of what he wore.
"A Saiyan told us of the magic orbs that would grant a wish here on the outskirts of the universe. I am Cuipie, son of Cui. Leader of the Frieza rouge fighters. I wished for Frieza's soul and memories to be transferred to his brothers body, so the true leader of the Great Cold army can rule the universe again!" Standing taller with each word he spoke as though it gave him courage.
"You fool." All the fighters surrounded the alien so he couldn't escape, Vegeta started charging a point-blank beam in the aliens face. "Give me one good reason I shouldn't kill you where you stand like I did your father."
Cuipie was quivering in fear unable to speak anymore any pride he had vanished at the powerful blast that would vaporise him instantly.
Gohan however was the one to stop Vegeta. "Not here. Piccolo is there somewhere we can store this person until we can deal with him? We do have other more important matters to tend to."
"Yes there are a few rooms that could be seen as cells in the bowels of the lookout."
"Can you and Tien escort our new guest to them while we deal with the other issues."
"Sure kid." Picking up the alien and literally carrying him to the lockable rooms.
"Well, that was interesting." Beerus mused aloud.
"How someone made it up here without being detected and knew about the dragon balls that's what's interesting. I have a sneaking feeling it was my dear sister, somewhere out in space. No other Saiyan alive knows about them." Vegeta tried to keep the group on track, for somewhere there was a traitor and Frieza had just been resurrected somehow.
"One thing at a time. We were trying to figure out how to get 6 Saiyans. We only have 5 if we include Chiku. Maybe we should give it a try with just 5." Gohan tried. "Worst case my father has a few hours left of his Earthly visits we could use him for the ritual."
"You told your father to wait a few more years before he used those hours. And luck being the ritual would choose him as the one to host the God. If that is how it works waking up a God."
"Look either way, let's give it a try, see if it works with what we have, if not I'll head to Otherworld and see if my father can come back for an hour or so. I'll be back in a second with Chiku." Gohan I.T'd it to her grandfather, briefing him on the situation and picking up her daughter before I.T'ing back to the group.
"How will you decide who will be the one with the power?" Krillin asked.
"Well Shenron just said 5 Saiyans with righteous hearts bestow on another. I guess as long as you all hold hands and think about which one you want to be chosen then that should work?" Piccolo answered coming back to the group.
Worth a shot. Boys can you grab your sisters hand each Vegeta grab Trunks and I'll get Goten's. Okay focus all your energy into thinking about bringing the Saiyan God here." Gohan told her family somewhat uncertain. She had the sneaking suspicion that there were 6 Saiyans in the circle but didn't want to assume. If the ritual worked then it would confirm she was pregnant. She thought hard about giving the power to Vegeta knowing if it went to her she would be forced to fight while pregnant and didn't want that.
"Chiku remember the little flutter in your belly we talked about, try to pull it out like we showed you the other day and just keep focusing on it." Goten told his baby sister, she just nodded and put on a very focused expression, glad she had her brothers hands to hold as she had only just gotten the hang of walking.
The family powered up to super Saiyan, even Chiku was able to produce an aura once the rest of them had theirs' showing. Gohan's Ki already vastly different then the rest, she watched her family focusing hard on who they wanted the power to go to, suddenly a pull was felt from her stomach and all the Ki's turned Blue even one coming from her core. She saw the surprised looks on her families faces, guessing they felt liek she did. It was a different Ki flowing through them all. Like a well of power being unlocked within her Gohan rose into the air from the group as their aura's faded.
The power flowing through her body was so different to normal. It wasn't hers fully. It was like she was borrowing it.
"Wow look at you Gohan. Your hair is bright red and Ki is so different." Krillin awed.
"Wow mummy, I can't even feel your power anymore. You feel like those God people over there."
"Hmm yeah…" Gohan mused. She was really hoping it would go to Vegeta but she guessed the rest thought it would be best given to her.
Beerus came up to inspect her. "So this is apparently the Saiyan God Ki. You seem upset by it."
"Not in the least Lord Beerus. Just that.." Before Gohan could finish the sentence she felt a terrible pain in her stomach. Falling to her knees she tried to dispel the God Ki. "Urgh." Breathing heavy after the pain subsided.
"It appears even though you can channel the God Ki the child in your belly does not like it." Whis observed.
"Yeah… It appears so. I hoped I wasn't but since the ritual worked it confirmed it. I hoped it would of gone to Vegeta instead." Gohan admitted out loud.
"Your pregnant?! But I thought those pills you were taking were meant to stop that." Vegeta came up all worried.
"Sorry Veggie, I kinda forgot to take them." Looking up to Whis she asked, "do you know if the child is still safe? You can obviously sense the baby's energy at such an early stage Whis."
"Well luckily yes it is. If anything it has boosted the child's strength."
"Thank the Gods." Gohan breathed.
"Hmmph. Well I might of briefly met the Saiyan God but I didn't get to fight him. That's extremely disappointing. I think I should just blow up the planet and move on."
"Wait Lord Beerus!" Gohan called standing up tall once more. "I apologise you were unable to fight the god but if you give it 6 short months, we will be able to try again, and you can get the fight you want to test the God Ki."
"It's a very reasonable offer my Lord. What's 6 months to a Deity?" Whis added. Gohan was starting to think she didn't know what side Whis was on it was like he was playing advocate for both sides.
Beerus thought about it for a while. Bulma came up to the group, "it may not be much but in that 6 months you're more than welcome to come and visit, we can show you all the other cuisines you didn't try today. That selection there was such a small sample."
Gohan saw the light sparkle in Beerus' eyes even though he tried to hide it. "Well if it's the least you can offer me in the meantime, I suppose I'll have to wait." Trying to sound like it pained him to give the mercy offer and accept.
"You could try again and just think about passing the power to Vegeta?" Shin added.
"I don't think it works that way Shin, I had thought hard about it being Vegeta, but the power still went to me. We should just wait till I'm not pregnant and try then.
"Well now that's sorted. Gohan do you think we should deal with the man that stole a wish?" Piccolo interjected.
"Normally we don't mind if others use the wishes as long as they don't use them for selfish things like world domination or immortality, but this could be a serious thing." Dende came up to the group of warriors.
"He did mention something about Frieza being resurrected. I though the dragon couldn't bring anyone back if they've been dead for over 5 years?" Krillin injected.
"He didn't wish for Frieza to be revived he wished for his soul to be put into another. I didn't know the Dragon could do that." Piccolo amended.
"Either way we should learn what we can. I got a feeling if Frieza is back in any form he will be coming to Earth. It was here he was killed by us."
"Can I kill the weakling after, then?" Vegeta asked all innocently.
"Maybe." Gohan smirked.
"My this is an interesting dynamic on this planet my Lord, wouldn't you say?" Whis asked Beerus quietly while the others were discussing what was to happen to the intruder.
"Yes Whis this is very different to anything we've seen involving Saiyans in the past. She is very different."
"I over heard miss Bulma and the Namekian, Piccolo talking about the Queen. Apparently being a half breed gave her the best of both worlds. After asking Miss Bulma some more questions, even though she was born a Princess it wasn't of the planet just a small kingdom on a mountain. It was the King of the planet that just passed that asked her to succeed him when she was just 16. As for the fighters they've apparently followed her lead since she was a young girl. For no other reason than she was worth it. Not just because she exceeded all their power since she was 10."
"Watching how she speaks to them, no one fears her; it is quite refreshing to see that in a leader especially one so young and humble. The respect she shows her friends and the people on the street are the same as if she was talking to you Lord Beerus. I've only known her a few short years and found her a very good pupil." Shin added having moved away from the group of fighters and overhearing the discussion.
"Indeed. I wouldn't mind watching these Earthlings for a bit longer. It wasn't just because there was a lot more food needing to be sampled that made you agree to wait to fight the Super Saiyan God was it?" Whis smirked.
"Of course it was only because of the food and the Saiyan God Whis. We should leave though. This day has been mildly disappointing. At least I have a full belly."
"Then you wouldn't want any of these sushi packs the Master gave me when we get back, if you're full that is."
"What!? He gave you take-away. Show me!"
"It's for when we get back Lord Beerus, remember your manners."
"Hmmph, fine. Let's leave these Earthlings and I'll take a very short nap, waiting to fight the Super Saiyan God. At least I know my dream was right and one does exist." Walking over to the Z-Fighters Beerus cleared his throat. "Whis and I will take our leave. I will be back in 6 months to fight you. You are very lucky I am being so generous this time around."
"Oh, Yes Lord Beerus. Thank you for the chance to show you what we have on this humble planet. Chiku was born in 5 months so in 6 months I'll be up and ready to fight." Bowing to him, "I look forward to the chance to prove myself and my planet."
"Well See you soon."
Beerus and Whis left in a bright flash of light, making the others breath a sigh of relief. One obstacle down. Shin left soon after. Now for the next possible threat. Gohan stood back while Vegeta and Piccolo intimidated Cuipie into telling them how he learnt of the Dragon balls and what he meant by his wish. In short, it was Sadala who told him as he had gained her confidence claiming he was a rouge from the old Cold empire and had abandoned the army when Frieza's brother took over. Wanting to bring the empire back to what is was with Frieza ruling over them he came to the Earth hopinh to find the Dragon and had been following them for a few days before finding his chance to make the wish to put Frieza soul and memories into his brother's body. Gohan decided to let the intruder leave with the warning if he see's Frieza, knowing it would be his first destination, he should warm him to stay away unless he wants to meet the same fate twice.
"Well it goes without saying if my sister is ever close enough to Earth again I won't be holding back."
"You know if you beat her too harshly it will give her a power boost, like it does the rest of us." Gohan reminded her mate.
"Damn, fine. I won't beat her to within an inch of her life. Guess I'll have to settle with humiliation somehow."
"So," Bulma tried to change the subject, "it seems we need to think of a different option for you in terms of contraception. Taking a pill didn't work."
"It did, I just forgot about it this time around. Are there other options?"
"Well there is an injection similar properties to the Pill. You should try that. It's only every 3 months. Lines up perfectly with your hybrid cycle. But only after you have this child."
The next 6 months were interesting. Vegeta started hovering a lot especially when Gohan's belly started showing. Her work as Queen had increased as well and Vegeta would follow her to the Palace most days staying in the background but always watching everything she did so as not to overexert herself, even bringing Chiku with him or leaving her with Piccolo. It didn't stop her from training but this time when she made it to the 4 months mark she did stop and stuck to meditation. The rest of the warriors were doing their own things again, but all of them had upped their training in case it would be needed. Frieza hadn't made a peep in their part of the universe yet, Gohan hoped it stayed that way. Beerus would be back soon. She didn't know when exactly but knew it.
One day she was making her way to Bulma's looking for the boys, well that was the excuse when in reality she just wanted some time alone in the Gravity Chamber there to meditate, when she ran into Whis and Bulma coming back from somewhere.
"My what a surprise. Whis what brings you here?"
"Miss Bulma has been showing me some of the other cuisines that are around."
"Lord Beerus isn't with you is he?"
"No he is napping. I've set the timers to go off in 2 more Earth months."
"Oh okay. How have you found the places Bulma has taken you?"
"Oh my! They have been delectable. I can't wait to try some more soon. You my dear look nearly ready to pop."
"Yes we are getting close to the 5 month mark now. The baby could come at any time. Vegeta doesn't like me training at all this time, after the difficulty I had with Chiku, so I thought I'd come hang out in Bulma's Gravity Chamber to meditate. That's if my mate hasn't sealed that one up and changed all the passcodes as well."
"That man. He is the rudest, proudest man I know but when it comes to you he would destroy the entire planet if you were harmed in any way." Bulma injected.
Gohan just shrugged. She knew Vegeta had a weird way of showing he cared, that a lot of the emotions and customs he had been doing here on Earth was new to him. She just loved that he tried. As the trio walked into Capsule Corps. estate they talked more and more about the small things. Bulma offered them all something to drink while they sat out in the patio talking about mostly food. What places Bulma and Whis had tried and what places they had yet to. Gohan told them about a small family owned Italian restaurant she found when in high school and about the best Arancini balls she had ever tried.
She felt the moment Vegeta found her and was watching from behind a pillar, even recruiting their sons in his watching. Kind of glad she didn't go straight to the Gravity Chamber, she would of never heard the end of it from him if he saw her training in any way. In truth she was scared a bit this time around after what happened last time.
"Penny for your thoughts? I believe that's how the Earthlings say it."
"Oh um sorry Whis I guess I zoned out. I was just thinking about this child. I don't want a hospital birth but at the same time I'm afraid if we run into the same problems as last time when having a home birth. I can't expect Dende to heal me after ever kid. Not that I'll be having that many or any more any time soon. But the thoughts keep going through my mind. It has me scared honestly."
"That's what scares you? Not the fact a destroyer God could come and wipe out the planet but that you might have complications during birthing. My that is interesting thought process." Whis placed his hand over Gohan's belly. "It would seem the baby is ready to come out too. Maybe I could help?"
"How would you do that?" Gohan asked quietly watching Whis' hand on her stomach. The child in there seeming happy suddenly.
Whis smiled at her and tapped the staff on her belly and a bright light flashed next thing she knew a baby girl was wrapped in her arms and her stomach was flat once more. "Wow." She breathed.
"That's the easiest childbirth I've ever seen." Bulma happily cheered.
Vegeta and the boys had come running when Whis placed the staff on her belly and stood there mouth agape, staring at his wife and the child in her arms.
"Congratulations Lady Gohan it's a girl. What should you name her?"
"Mummy?! What just happened?"
"Uh, Goten?" Gohan was mildly confused for a bit before she got her wits about her. "It appears your new sister was ready to come out so Whis helped. As for the name, Vegeta do you have any ideas?"
Goten spoke up this time ad Vegeta still seemed dazed and unable to respond, "how about Gine?"
"Gine?" Gohan asked curious how he came up with the name.
"Well I was listening to Vegeta's teaching on Saiyans and the method of naming a Saiyan. I heard the name Gine in grandpa's pod and I kind of liked it."
"It is a very Saiyan name." Vegeta finally put his two cents into the conversation.
"Well Gine it is. You like that name?" She asked the baby swaddled in her arms. When the child smiled Gohan knew all would be well. She felt amazing after what Whis did. This gave her a few months to train more before Beerus came back.
TBC...