Eighteen watched Goku pace the capsule corp lobby nervously.

'Do you think that she'll be okay?' He asked quietly.

'Yes, of course.'

'You don't think Bloomer is up there causing problems, do you?'

'No, I don't think he'd let his arrogance endanger Vegan.'

'I don't think so either, but getting drunk at her party-' Vegan, followed by Bloomer and Trunks, wobbled back into the lobby. 'You should sit down.'

'Kakarotto...' She said in an exhausted voice. 'I'm fine.'

'He's right,' Bloomer said as he steered her to a nearby chair, 'you shouldn't be on your feet.' Vegan turned pink as Blommer held onto her hand; it was good to know that despite everything, there was still concern there.

'I think my dad should examine her.'

'You do?'

'Yes, since she's back, we should ensure that her babies are safe.'

'My children are safe!' Vegan declared.

'I think Dr. Briefs should too.' Goku said finally. 'We can never be too careful.'

'What?!' She choked.

'And I'm sure Bloomer's parents would love to see you.'

Vegan threw Bloomer a glare as he smirked; Eighteen thought it was funny to see that they could still tease each other.

'Fine.' Vegan pouted.

Trunks hurried over to Vegan, clinging to her sleeve; she kissed the top of his head and wrapped her arm around him.

Trunks stared up at his mother, yearning for affection.

'Goku, maybe you should let Vegan stay here while visiting the boys.' Eighteen proposed.

Bloomer and Trunks gawked at Vegan as she and Goku traded worried glances.

'You want me to leave Vegan?' He replied weakly. 'Alone?'

'I'll be here.'

Goku shook his head. 'No, I-'

'Please, Goku.' Trunks pleaded. 'I just want to spend time with my mom.'

Goku turned at the boy, hurt. 'Trunks, you can be with her whenever you want!'

'My dad can examine her while you're visiting-'

'No, I want to be with her when she sees the doctor.' Goku said with surprising firmness. 'If something is wrong, she'll probably tell you to keep it from me in an attempt to protect me, and you'll probably do it to prove some point.'

Both Vegan and Bloomer scowled, and he started to say something, but she squeezed his hand and gave him a sweet smile. Bloomer turned red and glanced away from her, remaining silent.

'My dad is in East City; it might be a while before he returns.' Bloomer breathed quickly. 'I can examine her-'

'No, I can-'

'Wait a minute, Vegan-'

'Kakarotto-'

'It couldn't hurt to let him examine you.'

'It might.'

Bloomer and Trunks glared at Vegan but remained silent.

'Vegan, if you're worried about cutting into my time with my boys, I can call Gohan and have him bring Goten.'

'Why not just go to them?' Bloomer demanded.

'I want to be near in case something happens.' Goku said. 'Besides, I'd be too busy worrying about her to enjoy myself.'

'What if I call Chi-Chi and have her bring the boys over while Bloomer examines Vegan? I'll stay with her.'

Goku threw Vegan a hesitant glance, then reluctantly nodded.

'Okay.'