Heya everybody! How have you guys been? Last chapter was pretty good, yes? I have decided to do the review responses after the chapter this time, just to try something else for a change! Now on with the story!

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Crazy in Love

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Together in Paradise

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Marron leaned in and waited for what she regarded was a dream. But it never came. She opened her eyes again and met with a frown upon Trunks's face.

'Marron, I...'

That was all she needed to come to her own conclusion. Tears welled up in her eyes and threatened to fall. Quickly turning away, Marron paid for her coffee before rushing out the door.

The summer breeze against her face seemed harsh and the heat of the atmosphere wanted to suffocate her. Marron felt more confused than ever and hopelessly searched for somewhere to retreat, unaware that she was leading herself into the epitome of trouble.

It was a little after noon and the sidewalks were swarming with people carrying on with their lives. According to Marron, she seemed the only one that bad things happened to. She was running at quite a pace and stopped outside a china shop, her eyes still damp from the hurt.

Meanwhile, Trunks remained motionless inside the coffee shop. He sat in thinking mode with hands intertwining. His world had just been tipped upside down and he needed time to think things over. Contrasting to his exterior, Trunks's insides were burning. His heartbeat was at twice the pace and there was a sort of tingling on his tongue.

'Excuse me, add this to my tab.' he ordered before exiting the shop.

Then all of a sudden, it hit him.

'Marron was about to kiss Me.' he recited aloud. His pupils dilated and then everything resumed working. 'I've got to find her!'

As she entered the china store, she never imagined what awaited her.

'Hello? Is anyone here?' she called to the empty space. 'Is anyone in here?'

She took a few steps forward but was knocked down shortly after by a blow to her side.

'Ow...' she murmured. Marron's handbag had gone flying and her phone was ringing. She couldn't reach it. She looked up and could make out an outline of two burly men whispering. He's got a gun. And then she heard a shot.

Trunks ran desperately after Marron's ki. After some thoughtful thinking, he pulled out his cellphone and dialed her number. Pick up, Marron!

Failing to reach her by phone, he threw it aside and set flight. Trunks searched for her sense and at last managed to track it down to small china shop a few miles away. He recognized Marron's distinctive white bag on the floor. On reaching the door, he found it locked tight. Leaving him no other option, Trunks blasted it apart.

If he had been a few nanoseconds later, he wouldn't have been able to prevent the bullet from hitting Marron's heart.

Enraged and empowered, all hell broke loose in the little china store that day. Trunks backhanded one of the thugs across the face and threw the other into a wall, reducing it to chunks of plaster. A few more of them emerged from a back room but he defeated them all. Several highly charged ki blasts and a few pent up punches was all that he needed to get rid of the whole bunch of criminals. Although, it didn't occur to him that so much damage to the shop would have the roof collapsing in. He realized it too late but with his last portion of energy, Trunks threw himself on top of Marron as a shield and put up with the heavy blocks of concrete that rendered him unconscious.

A few hours later, Marron woke up and felt something heavy on top of her. It was too dark to see but she could smell Trunks's scent. She also felt his hair on her face.

'Trunks?' she whispered, her voice hoarse.

There was no answer, everything was still. Trunks's eyelid was right where Marron's lips were placed. He was resting his face on hers. She planted a small kiss on his eye and waited for things to make sense.

Suddenly, she heard wailing sirens from the police cars. What seemed like hours later, she saw the policemen themselves. Light had been revealed and it was indeed Trunks lying on her, motionless. Tears fell from her eyes as she watched the paramedics carry him off on a stretcher. Then it was her turn to be rescued. A woman helped her into a safety position and then lifted her onto another stretcher. Marron cried silently all the way to the hospital.

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'I searched for Trunks the minute I felt his ki falter.' said a worried Goten.

'And then he called us-'

'To see if we knew where Trunks was-'

'But none of us did-'

'Fortunately someone called the ambulances-'

'Everyone, please! Can I just talk to my daughter alone?'

The people felt a pang of guilt and then dispersed, leaving the short balded man behind. Marron looked at her dad and frowned.

'Dad, this is all-'

'Honey, don't even think about blaming yourself.'

Kurillin squeezed his daughter's palm and smiled at her. 'It's not your fault!'

Tears gently fell down Marron's face and she shook her head. 'It is, dad... I never should have ran away from him, and not into that store.'

'Marron, don't think like that. Nobody would get anywhere if we all thought like that, sweetie. I'm so grateful to Kami right now that you're alive.'

'What about Trunks?'

'Trunks? Oh, Trunks...'

'What's happened?'

'Trunks... is on life support for now... Those men did a great deal of damage to him... and the collision of the building, well, that was really harsh on his body.'

'Dad...?'

'But honey, he'll be fine!'

'Dad...'

Kurillin squeezed his daughter's hand once more and kissed her on the forehead. 'The nurses say you need rest, I know when I'm not wanted, so I'll speak to you later, darling. As for that boy, he'll pull through, don't you worry.'

He left the room trying not to be seen with a tear in his eye. Kurillin joined the others outside. All of the Trunks's, Marron's and Goten's family were there, but with the exception of Vegeta and #18.

'He'll be alright.' Chichi blurted out on seeing the state of Bulma. She cradled her best friend in her arms and comforted her.

Marron wasn't ready to sleep. She felt restless and confused after what had happened. Slowly sliding the curtains open, she sneaked from the bed and held onto the rails for support. Marron's side was killing her but she was determined to find Trunks. But she had only taken a few steps when her legs gave way and she tripped onto the floor. A doctor spotted her and walked towards where she crouched. She tried to flee but she wasn't in a suitable position. In the hallway, wheels squeaked and they were gradually approaching the spacious room. A large hospital bed entered and Marron instantly recognized the mass of purple hair on the pillow end.

'Trunks!' she called. She was delighted to find he was next to her bed so she voluntarily went back. Marron lay down with her head tilted to the side so she could see him. Moments later, the staff went and Marron found her opportunity to be with Trunks. She replayed her previous escape plan and ended up by Trunks's side.

'Trunks!' she whispered, to no reply. She turned her head and took a look at the heart monitor. The bleep was low. She feared seeing the figures drop as they did in films. Luckily, they stayed the same, even if incredibly low.

'I love you.' she quietly cried. 'Even if you never know. I always will.'

Trunks's eyelids stirred a little but he was still unconscious.

'In my dreams, I've always imagined us together. In our house in the country, with our four beautiful... children.' Marron fought back the tears. 'But even if that never happens... I love you enough to let you go. You'll make... some girl very lucky someday.'

'Even if we never get a chance together... I still love you.'

Marron sauntered back to her bed and tucked her tearful eyes into the cover.

Trunks's eyelids stirred again, and he opened them.

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A/N- *chesire cat grin* He he he... cliffhanger or what?!?!?!? Mwahahahaa- *splutters* aahhaa. Ahem.

I hope everyone single living organism out there enjoyed that chapter! [KD's conscience]: Shut up. You're not queen yet. [KD]: Nyaaaahhhh shaaaaaad uuuuup. I am very proud of myself and I'm happy that I can make other people happy through expressing my creativity! [KD's conscience]: -_-; *sweatdrop* Yeah... well done. *tries to change the subject* So uh... tell them about the Christmas pantomine you went to?) [KD]: Never!! *runs away*

[KD's conscience]: So, people, as you can see, Sally has ran away and she's left me to carry on with the show. And speaking of shows, that pantomine was pretty nifty, eh?

I'm going to reply to the reviews now. Big mistake you made there, Sallster. Just wait until I've finished with these lot. *evil laugh*

Teknoman Dark- So you liked the last chapter? Well, that's good. But don't let on that you like her story otherwise KD's big head is going to burst.

Lady of the Dark- So you're fuzzy, get over it. Jeez, I don't see why KD likes you so much. But then again, this is Krystal we're talking about. [KD]: *comes barging back in* Oi! You don't speak to my reviwers like that! *shoves her own conscience out the way* Anyway, hey there, Dark lady! See, my fuzzyness worked! Woop!

Bra Chan90- Oh ho ho!! You were right. Ha ha. Oh, by the way, in no way does this mean I'm predictable *stern face*

Merry Christamas everyone! *sprinkles glitter everywhere*

Krystal x