Destined To Be

by saiyangerl

A story about what would happen if Goku accidentally revealed Trunks' identity. Would Vegeta and Bulma still get together? Read and find out!

2. Part Two

Two weeks later everybody was at Capsule Corp. again. "Wow, I thought you'd all be training and not relaxing." commented Bulma.

"Well…uh…we're just trying to have some good times before those androids…uh…come and try and destroy us all." Goku replied uneasily trying to think up an excuse, as to not lead Bulma on to the gang's intentions of breaking up the relationship between her and Yamcha, as well as getting her and Vegeta together.

"Good one!" Krillin whispered.

"Good times?! You all are a bunch of weaklings!" Vegeta cried.

"Oh shut up! It's not like your precious gravity machine is even ready yet!" Bulma shouted. This angered Vegeta and he powered up. His body became surrounded by energy, which released itself and struck a nearby tree. Bulma looked at the tree fall, then back at Vegeta with a dropped jaw. "Yikes!" she cried in fear backing away.

"Um this is gonna be a tough one, Goku…" Krillin commented. "Real tough."

After awhile of just hanging out Goku approached Krillin. "Krillin…I thought you said those two were in a big fight!"

"They were! I don't know what happened. I guess they made up…"

"Wait I've got an idea!" cried Goku.

"Hey guys! Let's go out and spar. We'll pair up into two teams in order to practice fighting against those androids and working as a team!" announced Goku.

"Alright!" everybody cried.

"Good thinking, Kakarot." commented Vegeta, his mood lightening up at the mention of a fight.

"I knew this was too good to be true! Fighting again?!" Bulma complained. "Yamcha I order you to stay here with me! I'm tired of being ditched!"

"But Bulma…they need me. And this is an important aspect of training that Goku has brought up." Yamcha replied hesitantly.

"Come on everybody. Follow me." And with that Goku took off and everybody followed behind.

"Ooooh!!! You're gonna get it when you return Yamcha!!!" Bulma shouted after them.

Goku and Krillin flew side by side. "Wow you sure know how to make Bulma mad. I mean since she hates Yamcha always leaving her to go and fight." Krillin said to Goku.

"Yeah, and at the same time we can all train for when those androids come instead of sitting around." replied Goku.

Back at Capsule Corp. Bulma was in a rage. "Ooooh that Yamcha! He thinks a sweet apology will get me to stop being angry at him and that I won't get mad if he continues to go off and fight, forgetting about me! I'll show him! Our relationship is going to take a little break until he gets his act together!"

"Gosh I can't believe Bulma. She said we're temporarily not boyfriend and girlfriend." Yamcha said to Puar, sighing.

"Maybe you should've paid a little more attention to her." Puar replied.

"Oh well she just needs some time to cool off." Yamcha said as he got ready to start his work out in the gym. Then a dance class next door caught his eye. "Oooooh. Dance class…that doesn't seem like such a bad idea…" he said drooling.

"Yamcha…" Puar scolded.

"Hey if Bulma wants to take a break that's fine with me! I could use one too!" Yamcha cried jumping up to sign up for the class.

"Oh dear…" Puar sighed.

A week later Bulma saw Yamcha drive by with a car full of girls, all on their way to dance class. "I can't believe it! He thinks a break means he can go out with other girls?! Well it's going to be a very long break for him then!"

"Hey Bulma!" Krillin waved as he, Goku, and Gohan descended from the air.

"Oh, hi." she replied with irritation.

"What's wrong?" Krillin asked.

"Well you know how me and Yamcha are on a little break until he can get things straight on the priority of a relationship over fighting? I just saw him drive by with a car full of other girls!" she exclaimed.

"That's Yamcha for ya. Although not nearly as bad as Master Roshi." said Krillin. Bulma grumbled.

"Well we just got done with a training session today and thought we'd stop on by for lunch." said Goku.

"Lunch? Gosh is that all you boys think about? Food and fighting?"

"Well…uh…Chichi is a little mad about Gohan taking a break from his studies for the next three years…so she's holding out on meals." said Goku.

Later, while Goku, Krillin, and Gohan were gobbling down food Vegeta passed by. "Hey!" They all looked up from their eating. "Well I haven't got all day! Where is that annoying woman?!" Vegeta asked with annoyance.

"You want to know where Bulma is???" Goku questioned.

"Hey didn't Bulma mention she was gonna ---"

"be in her room!" Krillin interrupted Gohan. "It's uh right uh that way and it's the second door on your right."

"Krillin! That's not Bulma's room. That's the bathroom where she said she'd be taking a shower!" Gohan cried once Vegeta was gone.

"I know. And well I thought it'd be a start for pairing up Vegeta and Bulma." Krillin said with a smile. "Plus I thought it'd be kind of amusing." he laughed.

"You know Bulma is going to probably get really mad at him."

"How does getting her mad at him get them to like each other?" asked Gohan.

"Um…I guess it's more amusing than helpful to our plan." Krillin said smiling.

Vegeta walked down the hall. He heard singing as he reached the second door on the right. Then he opened the door to find a steamed up bathroom with Bulma's singing ringing throughout. "Huh?" This is not a room! Those fools!

At the sudden cool breeze let into the bathroom, Bulma stopped singing and poked her head out. "Hey!!! Don't' you know what privacy is?! I'm trying to take a shower!!!" she cried.

"I came to tell you that the gravity machine is not working and I want it fixed." Vegeta replied crossing his arms.

"Why how dare you order me what to do as well as invade my privacy!" Bulma switched off the shower and grabbed a towel, then stepped out with the towel wrapped around her. "You need to learn a little respect you no good Saiyan!" she cried. She grabbed a toothbrush and threw it at Vegeta, missing of course because of her bad aim.

"Well since you've finished your shower you can come and fix the machine."

"Excuse me?! Don't you realize I'm not even dressed! I'm wearing a towel!" Bulma shrieked in anger. She brushed past Vegeta angrily as she exited the bathroom and headed towards her room.

"That didn't sound like it went too well…" Krillin commented from the kitchen to Goku and Gohan. "Man! Before getting Vegeta and Bulma together we have to get them to like each other first!" They all sighed.

This was not going to be an easy task. Outside Vegeta had run into Mr. Briefs, on his way back to the gravity machine to see if he could fix it himself. "Oh hey Vegeta! How's that gravity machine? Have ya plugged it in and given her a try yet?" he asked.

"Plugged it in?! You mean that's all that's needs to be done to get that machine to work?!" Vegeta cried out in rage. He powered up, angered by the simplicity of the solution and released his energy on yet another tree, which disintegrated within seconds. Mr. Briefs gaped at Vegeta, fear-stricken by his temper.

"Uh…I think I'm gonna go inside and get some coffee…" he said weakly.

Vegeta powered up the gravity machine, starting at 300 and immediately began to train.

Hours passed, and soon it was dark. Exhausted, Vegeta went inside Capsule Corp. and layed down on the couch to rest. He soon fell asleep. When he awakened, he attempted to get up, but could hardly move because his muscles had been overworked and were strained and sore. He moaned and groaned in pain. Bulma and Mr. Briefs hear him and entered the room.

"I told you making a gravity machine that can go up to 300 times gravity was not a good idea." Mr. Briefs commented. "Come on, Bulma, let's get him into a room."

"I…don't…need…your help. I'm…fine." he grunted in protest.

"Nonsense!" Bulma said. "You have over done it and need to rest!"

Bulma helped support Vegeta on one side, while Mr. Briefs supported him on the other and slowly walked him into a room. He laid down uncomfortably on the bed. "Now a good night's sleep is all you need, and a couple days of relaxing." Mr. Briefs advised and left the room.

Vegeta groaned and breathed hard. It took such strength just to move slightly. Bulma still hadn't left the room. "What?! What do you want?!" Vegeta growled at her.

"Well I thought I might offer to help make you comfortable, even though you've got such an attitude! But I guess you could care less!" she shouted back. "Humph!" She left, but soon returned with a cream to relax Vegeta's muscles. "I can't believe I'm helping you." she muttered, as she squirted a glob of the cream in her hand and started massaging it into Vegeta's abdominal muscles.

Even though Vegeta would not admit it aloud, the massaging felt good, and soon he drifted off to sleep. He looks much better when he's asleep. At least I don't have to put up with his attitude since he's not conscious. Bulma thought to herself. I am worried about him though. He could kill himself if he keeps training so hard. Bulma sighed.

Vegeta slept well and awoke feeling a little better. Soon Bulma entered his room. "Good morning!" she said cheerfully. Vegeta just gave an angry look. "Well aren't we happy this morning? Did you wake up on the wrong side of the bed or something or is that glare permanent?"

"I must resume my training." Vegeta finally said.

"Oh no you don't! You are going to stay in that bed for one week and rest!"

"Woman, don't tell me what to do!" he replied angrily. He attempted to get up, but fell back down. His muscles were still too sore for much movement. Bulma helped tuck him back into bed and grabbed the tube of cream. Gently she began massaging it into Vegeta's weak muscles.

Vegeta definitely was not used to Bulma's help, or anybody's help for that matter. The massaging did seem to relieve some of the stress in his body and he watched Bulma without saying anything as she rubbed and massaged the cream all over his body. She noticed his staring and it made her feel uncomfortable. Doesn't he know that staring is rude?! Bulma thought.

Within a week Vegeta's body had healed and he was ready to train once again. It had been hard to keep him in bed throughout that time though. Bulma would catch him attempting to go back to the gravity machine. Since he was weak though, he could not fight Bulma off and she would drag him back to bed. Finally he was healed and didn't have to worry about Bulma getting in his way. He happily went to resume his training and catch up on the time he had lost.

On his way out the door of Capsule Corp. he heard shrieks rising from somewhere inside. They sounded a lot like Bulma's. What is that woman screaming about?!

He found Bulma in the kitchen swatting at something. "There's a bee!!!" she screamed. She ran and cowered behind Vegeta.

Vegeta moved and Bulma's cover was gone. The bee swarmed her way and Bulma shrieked again and jumped into Vegeta's arms. Vegeta simply extended a finger and shot a small energy blast at the bee. "Is it gone?" Bulma asked fearfully.

"Yes, now get off me, woman!" Vegeta replied gruffly. He felt a little awkward with Bulma in his arms.

"Phew! Thanks so much!" Bulma said and then looked upon herself in Vegeta's arms. "Uh…sorry…" she said in embarrassment and released her arms from around Vegeta's neck. Vegeta simply walked out to go train in the gravity machine. I cannot believe I just leapt into Vegeta's arms like that!!! What was I thinking?! Bulma thought in shock.

After some time had passed and the month of July had finally come, everybody came for an outing at the beach. They mentioned there might be some sparring in order to talk Vegeta into coming. I can't believe I was talked into such a ridiculous waste of time! Vegeta thought grumpily to himself as he sat in a chair with his arms crossed.

Bulma and the gang were playing a game of volleyball. Suddenly the ball bounced right next to Vegeta's chair and Bulma came to retrieve it. Vegeta stared at Bulma, noticing her in nothing but a bikini. Bulma caught him staring and Vegeta turned away and his face reddened. Krillin and Goku took notice and snickered to themselves. Was Vegeta just staring at me in my bikini??? Bulma wondered. No, he couldn't have. I must be imagining things.

After awhile Krillin dropped out of the volleyball game and laid down in a chair next to Vegeta, placing a pair of sunglasses on. "Ah! Time to catch up on my tan!"

Vegeta remained with his arms crossed. I can't believe these are the kind of fools I have to fight with against those androids! Vegeta looked over at the volleyball game. Bulma, Goku, and Gohan were on one team and on the other were Tien, Chaozu, Yamcha, and Puar. Yamcha hit the ball over the net and Bulma dove for it, missing and falling on the ground.

"Alright! Score!" Yamcha cried while he and his team jumped up and down excitedly.

Bulma grumbled. It didn't make it any easier that her and Yamcha were not getting along. "Well I'm a little sore. I think I'll go join Krillin and get some sun." she sniffed.

"But Bulma…that just leaves me and Gohan." protested Goku.

"That's okay, Dad. We can handle it!" Gohan said enthusiastically.

Bulma went to grab a chair. As she fumbled with one of the foldable chairs, Vegeta glanced over at her. He suddenly noticed Krillin eyeing him and his face reddened once again as he turned the other way. Heh heh! The plan is slowly working. I know Vegeta has been looking at Bulma several times today, even though he'll probably never admit it. Krillin thought mischievously.

Yamcha had watched as Bulma had gone to get the chair and noticed Vegeta glance at her as well. No! This can't be happening! Bulma and Vegeta can't possibly be interested in each other! I won't let that happen! He glared and clenched his fist. "Yamcha!!!" Puar cried, interrupting his thoughts. Suddenly the ball came and hit Yamcha in the head. "Ouch!" he cried.

"You should learn to pay more attention." Puar scolded.

I've been paying attention all right. He thought. And I've realized I've got to fix things with Bulma before it's too late. Two months had already easily come and gone and Yamcha had been busy training, as well as all the others. He hadn't really gone to see Bulma lately. This was the first time he actually saw her since a month ago when she had last gotten angry and broken up with him in a way. He hadn't even attempted to apologize. He figured she'd just get over it within a few days like she always did. However, he lost track of time with all his training, but seeing the possibility of her and Vegeta together made his concern about their relationship greater. Little did he know things were not all too serious between them. Sure maybe they had noticed each other once or twice during the two months time period, but that was all.

Goku, Gohan, and Krillin had sort of forgotten for a month about trying to get them together. It was less likely to happen naturally since Goku had opened his big mouth and told everybody that in the future Bulma and Vegeta would have a son together.

"You know, I think the sun is getting to me. I'm going to go take it easy." Yamcha said, trying to make a diversion to get out of the game and go talk to Bulma. The others continued playing, while Yamcha grabbed a chair that was near Vegeta, who had grown bored with these silly relaxing activities, and while waiting for the sparring to start, had fallen asleep. Yamcha brought the chair over next to Bulma, who had her eyes closed and was sunbathing.

"Hey Bulma." he said as he sat down.

She opened her eyes and squinted. "Oh, it's you, Yamcha." she said without enthusiasm.

"Aw come on Bulma, don't tell me you're still mad."

"Well why shouldn't I be?!" she cried. "You ignore me and would rather spend time training all the time! Then once we go on a temporary break from seeing each other I see you driving down the street with a bunch of other girls!" She sat up and crossed her arms.

"Bulma those androids could destroy us all if we aren't prepared! That's why everyone has to train really hard. And those girls were just my dance classmates. Honest." Yamcha explained.

"You're taking a dance class?" Bulma couldn't help it and started laughing hysterically.

"W-what's so funny about me taking a dance class???"

"The fact that you are so clumsy!" Bulma replied. She grabbed the sun block and started to reapply it.

"I'm not clumsy." he replied while trying to open up the folding chair. Just as he thought he had it and sat down, it snapped closed with him in it.

"Ah!" Bulma just laughed at the scene. "Very funny." he grumbled. He managed to get the chair to reopen and carefully sat down in it.

Krillin was lying in his chair with his sunglasses on, taking in the sun, but he had heard all that was going on. Uh oh. Bulma and Yamcha are interacting more instead of arguing. I've got to get some communication going between Bulma and Vegeta. Krillin thought. Suddenly he had an idea. Krillin looked to his right. Next to him Vegeta was still sleeping and to Vegeta's right was Bulma who had her back turned as she laughed at Yamcha and taunted him. Krillin carefully took some sand and placed it in the palm of Vegeta's hand. Here goes… Krillin thought. He quickly took a handful of sand and threw it at Bulma, then quickly snuck back to his position of lying on his chair with his sunglasses on. Bulma will never suspect it was me since I'm two chairs down from her. He thought mischievously.

"Hey!!!" Bulma cried. "Who's throwing sand!!!" She saw a small pile of sand in Vegeta's hand and glared. "Okay if that's how you want to play!" she threatened. Then she grabbed a handful of sand and threw it at Vegeta.

"Hmm?" Vegeta shook his head and woke up. "What is it woman?!" he cried grumpily.

"You started it!" Bulma retorted.

"Started what? What are you talking about?!"

"Oh don't pretend like you don't know!"

"I don't know what you're talking about!"

"All right that's it!" Bulma yelled. Bulma jumped out of her chair and started throwing punches at Vegeta's shoulder. He just laughed at her and grabbed her fists. "Hey! Let go!" she cried angrily.

Vegeta stood up, releasing Bulma's hands. "Stop pestering me, woman!" he yelled. The others had stopped their volleyball game to stare. Vegeta turned and faced Goku, who was a few feet away, holding the volleyball. "Kakarot, this has been a complete waste of my time! When does the training begin?!"

"Aw come on Vegeta, loosen up! We're just having some fun. There will be plenty of time to train later." Goku replied.

"I refuse to continue wasting my time here! Especially with that annoying woman!" he retorted.

"Hey!!! I am not annoying!!! You are the one who is always in a bad mood!" Bulma yelled.

"Humph!" was the only sound Vegeta made before charging up and flying off.

"Just wait. When I get back home Vegeta is going to have a lot to deal with from me!" Bulma said irritably, stamping her foot.

Yamcha smiled to himself. Now he didn't feel so threatened by Vegeta after this big argument him and Bulma had erupted into.

"I think I'm gonna die!" Bulma wailed. It was the third week of August and Tokyo was enduring a drastic heat wave. Bulma was sprawled out on the couch, fanning herself with a magazine that she had previously been reading.

"Oh Bulma…" Mrs. Briefs called, entering the room. "Yamcha's here."

"Yamcha?" she inquired curiously. She had seen him maybe three times within the past month and a half. They had just talked and joked around as usual, but she had given up hope on him as boyfriend material. He was too dedicated to his training; however, she did miss him though and her ears perked up at the announcement of his spontaneous visit.

Yamcha then entered the room. "Hey Bulma." he greeted.

"Hi Yamcha!" she replied excitedly.

"I just thought I'd come by and visit."

"Visit? Don't you have some training to do???" she asked.

"Well I figured I could train here like Vegeta does, that way we can see each other more often." he said smiling.

"Oh Yamcha! That is so great!" Bulma exclaimed.

Yamcha smiled. "So how's Vegeta's training going?" he asked.

"Man! Vegeta has been in that gravity machine for days!!! I don't even know if he's come out for food!" Bulma cried.

"Man! He's one tough dude!" said Yamcha.

"He may be tough, but he's still flesh and blood. He could seriously hurt himself if he trains TOO much."

"You're actually worried about Vegeta?" Yamcha said in surprise.

"Well, he is one of us now. He's on our side. He's part of our team and so we have to look out for him too. Just as we would for you, Goku, Krillin, and the others."

Yamcha was stunned by Bulma's response, but he didn't let it bother him too much. He was going to be staying at Capsule Corp. for a while so he'd get to see Bulma more. Plus by the looks of it, Bulma and Vegeta hardly saw each other anyways since Vegeta was constantly in the gravity machine. There's no way anything could happen between them. He thought confidently.

Bulma and Yamcha sat in the living room chatting away when Vegeta appeared. He was bruised all over and looked exhausted. "Oh, so you've finally emerged." said Bulma. Noticing his appearance, she questioned "Did you blow up the gravity machine AGAIN?!"

"NO." he simply said. He was barely able to answer. He took one step forward and stopped. As he looked over at Bulma and Yamcha the room began to sway.

"Hey Vegeta, are you all right? You don't look so hot…" said Yamcha.

Vegeta didn't answer and grew dizzier. All of a sudden he passed out.

"Oh no! Vegeta!" Bulma cried. They both ran to his aid. Bulma supported his upper body in her arms and tried shaking him awake. "He's not waking up!" she cried in panic. "Yamcha! Go get my Dad!"

As Yamcha left the room he watched Bulma hold Vegeta in her arms and touch her hand to his face. "Man, Vegeta, you've injured yourself so many times…you're gonna kill yourself…" Bulma said.

She sat by the side of Vegeta's bed where he lay unconscious. Yamcha entered the room. "Bulma, your father said he'd be all right. Come on just leave him alone for now." He said almost pleadingly. He didn't like how Bulma was so worried about Vegeta.

"Okay…" she replied hesitantly, not taking her eyes off Vegeta. She came back a few hours later. Vegeta was still unconscious. Wow he must really be catching up on all the sleep he's missed! She thought.

Soon Vegeta woke up. Bulma was leaning on the side of his bed fast asleep. Huh? Why does she worry about me? He lay there and breathed deeply. He had had another disturbing dream about Goku and his son. The fact that two Super Saiyans existed drove him raging mad and had been the result of major increases in his training. I must continue training! He thought frantically. He struggled just to sit up. Bulma stirred and opened her eyes.

"You're all right!" she exclaimed.

"Of course I'm all right. I'm a Saiyan!" he replied. He moved to the side of the bed, about to get up.

"What do you think you're doing?!" Bulma cried.

"I've got to continue training." he replied.

"Oh no you don't! You have been hurt too many times! You could kill yourself!" Bulma protested. He stood up, holding on to the bed. His body was still too weak from training vigorously for days. He tried to let go of the bed and move forward, but his body failed him and he fell. "Vegeta!" Bulma was at his side in no time. She held him in her arms like she had before.

"I'm fine…" he managed to say.

"Come on Vegeta! You have to rest!" Bulma pleaded. Vegeta looked up at her. She looked like she was about to cry, yet she held the tears in.

It shocked Vegeta that she was so worried about him that it would make her want to cry. "Why do you care so much?" he asked.

"I-I don't know…I just do." she replied. For some reason she wanted to hug Vegeta or kiss him or something, but she didn't. All she could do was put her hand to his face again.

Then Yamcha appeared in the doorway. "What's going on?" he asked.

"Oh, Yamcha! Can you help me get Vegeta back into bed? He tried to get out and go train, but his body is still too weak." Bulma explained.

With the help of both Bulma and Yamcha, Vegeta was supported on both sides and lifted back into bed. Then Yamcha put his arm around Bulma as he led her from the room. Bulma cast a longing glance at Vegeta as they walked out.

Vegeta just looked back with a sort of confused look. He wondered about Bulma being so caring towards him.

Yamcha had purposely put his arm around Bulma. He could see some sort of chemistry happening between her and Vegeta and he didn't like it at all. Gosh, maybe if I hurt myself Bulma would take more notice of me. He thought.

Late one night Bulma was in Vegeta's room again, while Yamcha was training outside, determined to become as tough as Vegeta. This night Vegeta's dreams were more intense. He was dreaming again about when he was a little boy with his father. He recalled his death on Namek, how he pleaded with Goku to finish Frieza. He took me from my father when I was just a little boy! Vegeta remembered saying with tears before he died.

Bulma sat across the room reading a book. She looked up and gasped. Wow! Vegeta's crying!

He was still asleep but his expression was straining due to his dreams. Tears were coming down the sides of his face. Suddenly Vegeta gasped and woke up. He took a deep breath and relaxed. Bulma rushed over. Vegeta hadn't expected her to be in the room. Especially when he was in such a state. "What do you want woman?" he managed to get out, embarrassed about the tears.

"V-Vegeta…are…you…okay?" she asked.

"Of course I'm okay!" he replied stubbornly. Bulma reached out a hand and wiped his cheek. Vegeta turned over. "I said go away! I'm fine!" he cried.

"No you're not. Come on, Vegeta, what's wrong???" He ignored her. Bulma reached out a hand and touched his shoulder.

He flung around and yelled "I'm fine! Now leave me alone!"

Tears came to her eyes. "Why can't you appreciate that somebody cares about you?!" she yelled.

Vegeta looked at her in surprise. He had not expected this type of reaction. "What are you crying for, woman?"

"Well I worry about you, but obviously you could care less!" she cried.

Vegeta was speechless. "Nobody….has ever cared…about me…before." Bulma just hugged him as he lay on the bed. Vegeta just looked up at the ceiling in confusion about all this.

Gosh where's Bulma??? I would think she would be asleep in her room. But she's not there. Yamcha thought. He had finished his training. It was now 4am. Then the thought crossed his mind that she could be in Vegeta's room again, worrying over his condition. This angered him, but he decided to go check. Quietly he opened the door. Vegeta was fast asleep, the blanket covered his lower body and his muscular chest was exposed. The thing that shocked Yamcha the most was Bulma.

She was asleep, half sitting in a chair, lying half way on the bed, with one arm sprawled across Vegeta's chest. NO! This can't be happening! He thought furiously. He gritted his teeth in anger.

Soon it was morning. Vegeta opened his eyes. Then he noticed Bulma asleep, with her arm sprawled across his chest. Huh? He could not believe she had been there all night. The last thing he remembered was staring up at the ceiling. Then he had grown drowsy again and must've fallen back asleep. He hadn't expected Bulma to stay all night though. He didn't know why, but it unexpectedly occurred to him that he didn't mind her being there.

All the times I've been hurt she's been there. But why??? He wondered.

Bulma stirred. Vegeta pretended to still be asleep. He didn't want to face the awkwardness of the situation. "Wow I was here all night?" she wondered aloud. "Gosh, Vegeta looks so sweet when he's sleeping." she pulled the covers up and left.

Vegeta opened his eyes and just looked at the door after she had gone.

Later in the day, Bulma came upon Yamcha training outside. "Hey Yamcha!" she cried cheerfully. He ignored her. "Want to go out and do something? It's such a beautiful day!"

"Sorry. I'm busy." he simply said, without stopping his training to even glance at her. What side of the bed did HE wake up on???

"Oh Bulma! The guys are here!" Mrs. Briefs called cheerfully.

"Really? I thought they'd all be training." she replied. Soon Goku, Krillin, and Gohan entered the room. "Hi guys!" Bulma greeted excitedly.

"Hey Bulma. How are things going?" said Goku.

"Well Yamcha has been staying here so that he can still see me in between training, but today he's in a bad mood. And Vegeta is hurt again. Nothing new I suppose." she replied crossing her arms. She sighed.

"Wow Vegeta's really been training hard huh?" said Goku.

"Over doing it is more like it." Bulma replied.

"So where's Yamcha at?" Krillin asked.

"He's outside."

"Hey Krillin, how about you and Gohan go talk to Yamcha and see if he's up for a little training session with us. I want to go see how Vegeta's doing." Goku said.

"Okay." Krillin replied.

"Hey Vegeta." Goku greeted as he entered the room.

"Kakarot…" Vegeta hadn't expected to see Goku, especially in his condition.

"It looks like you've been working pretty hard."

"Humph!" Vegeta crossed his arms.

"So how's your girlfriend, Bulma?"

"What?! I don't have time for a foolish relationship! Besides that woman is busy wasting her time on the one you refer to as Yamcha. And I've got better things to do such as train and become a Super Saiyan!" Vegeta retorted.

"Okay if you say so. But you know you're not as cold as you think you are, Vegeta. I believe there's room in your heart to love someone. Plus, Bulma's not a bad choice. You have to admit…she's pretty cute." Goku winked at Vegeta and left.

Humph! Cute! Vegeta's heart skipped a beat as one's heart does when coming upon a realization. NO! It can't be! But somehow…Kakarot is right. Why he knew it before I myself did! What am I saying?! I am Vegeta, Prince of Saiyans! I do not allow such foolish emotions to control my mind! Vegeta sat there clenching his teeth, totally overtaken by this odd fact had come to realize. His mind was now straining; fighting with his pride and stubbornness.

Hmm…I hope my mental ploy works. It has to be better than those other ideas we've come up with to get Vegeta and Bulma together. I could tell in Vegeta's eyes that something has already started happening between them. Goku thought as he went outside to train with Krillin, Gohan, and Yamcha. Yamcha was fighting with great fury today, as if something were on his mind. Yamcha sure is angry about something. Goku thought as they threw punches back and forth. He had a pretty good idea what Yamcha was upset about. His heart was breaking. He was losing an impossible battle with destiny. It had already been a year and a half and he was tired of fighting it. The only thing he could do was give up with the heaviest of hearts.