TITLE: Chapter Eight - The Prince Bows
AUTHOR: Rachel Wong
AUTHOR'S EMAIL: Hidden_Angel_83@hotmail.com
RATING: PG-13
PAIRINGS: None
WARNINGS: None
NOTE: This is set in an alternate universe. Please do not read it if you do not like A/U's. As I have mentioned, this is a story about B/V. There will be a bit on G/CC as well. If you don't like them, please don't read. And YES! Everyone is OOC (out of character) other than Vegeta. Like I said, this is an A/U. It is MY A/U. So if you don't like it, don't read it. If you have the time, please also read my partnered fic (partner is Kureeji) called Eyes in Dark Corners.
DISCLAIMER: I do not own Dragonball Z and am in no way connected to them. I only wish I was, than I'd have at least SOME $$$. Seeing as how I am broke, sueing me would do you no good. =Þ
Last time on The Saiyan Nurse:
Although her voice was barely above a whisper, Kakkarot heard every word of it. His Saiyan sensitive ears were still revibrating with her words as he leaned back against the door breathing heavily. What was he suppose to do? What if she changed her mind later on? What if, after he told her he loved her, she rejected him? What would he do then? He knew that his Saiyan pride would not be ready to handle such a devasting emotional let down. Oh Kami! He didn't know what he should do.
*****
Chi Chi sat in silence listening to her father speaking with her suitor. Over the last few years, many of the warriors of Earth had come seeking her hand in marriage. She had turned them all down, not knowing why, just knowing that she was still waiting for the man of her dreams to come. Now, she knew that he had come, but he had gone just as quickly.
She watched half heartedly as Yamcha fiddled nervously in front of her father, Duke Ox. Her father was saying something, but she wasn't listening. Her mind was on a certain Saiyan. She had been right, he hadn't come back to see her before she left the medical center. In fact, she hadn't seen him since he had zoomed off on her. That was almost two weeks ago. Since than he had made himself unavailable to everyone except Piccolo who was quickly turning into his favourite and only sparring partner. Even than, he was only available to spar. Afterwards, he would vanish again.
"Chi Chi?" Her father was looking at her.
"Sorry father." She snapped back to reality. "What were you saying again?"
"I was saying that it is up to you whether or not you wish to marry Yamcha."
"Oh." She was just about to say 'no' when she thought better of it. Why should she spend forever waiting for someone that would never love her back? After all, Kakkarot had made it very clear a few years ago that he would never care for her. Why shouldn't she seek her love elsewhere if he wasn't going to show her any? She made up her mind. "Yes. I'd be glad to marry Yamcha, father. He is a very nice, young man and a strong warrior. I care a lot about him and would be honored to be his wife." She smiled her best smile at both her father and Yamcha.
*****
"Hahaha! Beta you fool. Did you think my power level would always remain the same? You are wrong. Since I left your ship many weeks ago, my power has increased dramatically."
Beta smiled coldly at the young Prince. "Talk is cheap Vegeta. You should know that."
"Baka! Do you think I am bluffing? My powers have increased so much in such a short period of time that many would think it impossible."
Beta stood back unimpressed as Vegeta slowly let his true ki begin to grow. Even as Vegeta's transformation began, Beta did not flinch. He could feel the power, and it did not scare him.
Vegeta let the energy surge around him as his transformation became complete. He felt nearly invincible. He was sure that even Beta couldn't beat him. The fool had come to him and invited death to himself. Vegeta smirked evilly. Beta would be wimpering and begging for his life before he was through.
Beta clapped unimpressively. "How very unimpressive Vegeta."
"Hmph." Beta couldn't be serious. Was he trully not scared? How could he not be? Vegeta's energy level had almost tripled. No. The baka must be playing mind games.
"I though you might have actually gotten some true power. I guess not. You still do not understand the meaning of true power. It's a shame. I had high hopes for you, but you have outlived your use."
Beta's fist came crashing towards Vegeta so quickly that Vegeta was caught off guard. He took the punch full in the face, sliding to a halt a few meters away. He had let Beta catch him off guard. No more of that! Vegeta hurled himself back towards Beta.
Punch after punch, kick after kick, neither side could land a clean hit. The two sides pulled apart from each other. "You have improved much Vegeta, however, you are still no match for me. Now watch, and learn."
Vegeta watched in horror as Beta began to transform. What?! No! Kuso! This can't be! Does this guy's powers have no limits?? Vegeta knew he would not stand a chance against Beta. Vegeta was barely holding his own now, what would happen after Beta transformed?
Before Vegeta could even try and ponder these thoughts, he found a fist on his nose and a knee in his stomach. He staggered backwards in pain. Damn! This Beta was much faster. How the hell am I suppose to beat him?! Beta had already nailed him a good four of five times, yet he hadn't even touched Beta yet. Vegeta's frustration was getting the better of him and his fighting and perception became worse. His anger blinded his judgement.
"Baka! Did you take me for an idiot? Did you think I would take you in and teach you how to fight if I thought there was any risk to me? Of course not. I am not stupid. If I could take you in and give you a chance at life, than I could just as easily destroy you."
Beta was enjoying insulting and beating the little Prince to a pulp. He knew that Vegeta was no longer a match for him and he was merely toying with him before killing him. He was enjoying every minute of it, knowing that the Prince was suffering tremendous pain. Beta punched Vegeta hard in the stomach forcing him upwards. Just as Vegeta was regaining control over his body, Beta appeared from above him and elbowed him hard in the middle of the back.
Vegeta could feel the hit straight to his bones. Suffering from the pain in his back, Vegeta thumped hard into the ground. He tried to pick himself up and was greeted by pain throughout every part of his body. He moved his arm to wipe the blood off his face. His once pure white gloves were now soaked by his own blood. Vegeta slowly got to his feet. He couldn't lose. Wasn't his new power enough?
"Hahahaha! Little Prince thinks he can beat me? I, who destroyed his entire race? That is quite a foolish idea! Now whose the baka?" Beta paused to laugh hysterically once more. "How does it feel Vegeta, to know that you shall be destroyed at the hands of the person who destroyed your race? To know that you are powerless to stop me?" More evil, hysterical laughter. "Bow down and kiss my feet. Beg me Vegeta! Beg like the dog that you are. Maybe I'll let you live a bit longer!"
Vegeta's pain vanished in a flash. His anger was propelling more power into his body. He, the Prince of the Saiyans, would not be laughed at like that! Vegeta stood, holding his head up high, refusing to flinch at the glare that he was receiving from Beta. His power continued to increase. Where had all this power come from?
"What's this? Little monkey boy still thinks he can beat me? How odd indeed. I always knew you were foolish Vegeta, but stupid as well? I must say, I trully am surprised. But than again, what more can you expect from the Prince of the Apes?"
No! He would not allow anyone to make fun of him like this! "Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!" Vegeta's hands flew out from his sides where they had been bunched up into fists. He welcomed the new energy he was getting, but oddly enough, he was also feeling a bit of pain. He could feel his muscles growing and it hurt like hell.
His face didn't show it, but Beta was highly shocked. He had known that Vegeta would someday become a Super Saiyan, but this? Was there a level higher than that of a Super Saiyan? There had to be. He was watching the transformation beyond the Super Saiyan level right at that instant. Vegeta's hair became even lighter, from gold to almost pure white. His muscles seemed to be bulkier as well. It seemed as if Vegeta had...ascended!
*****
"Bardock?" The Princess stood in front of Bardock nervously. "Are you okay?"
"Oh. I'm sorry my Princess."
"Are you okay? You seemed to be thinking about something. What is it? Is something wrong?"
"Something horrible is going to happen. Something is terribly wrong. Princess, do you know where Kakkarot is? He must be warned."
SPECIAL NOTE: I'd like to thank everyone who has been reading and reviewing my fic(s). It means a lot to me. Suggestions, comments and questions are always welcome. I don't mind clearing up any unclear topics. Please continue to read and review. If you guys haven't noticied, if I get lots of reviews on a given day, I tend to upload a new chapter that night. *hint hint*
AUTHOR: Rachel Wong
AUTHOR'S EMAIL: Hidden_Angel_83@hotmail.com
RATING: PG-13
PAIRINGS: None
WARNINGS: None
NOTE: This is set in an alternate universe. Please do not read it if you do not like A/U's. As I have mentioned, this is a story about B/V. There will be a bit on G/CC as well. If you don't like them, please don't read. And YES! Everyone is OOC (out of character) other than Vegeta. Like I said, this is an A/U. It is MY A/U. So if you don't like it, don't read it. If you have the time, please also read my partnered fic (partner is Kureeji) called Eyes in Dark Corners.
DISCLAIMER: I do not own Dragonball Z and am in no way connected to them. I only wish I was, than I'd have at least SOME $$$. Seeing as how I am broke, sueing me would do you no good. =Þ
Last time on The Saiyan Nurse:
Although her voice was barely above a whisper, Kakkarot heard every word of it. His Saiyan sensitive ears were still revibrating with her words as he leaned back against the door breathing heavily. What was he suppose to do? What if she changed her mind later on? What if, after he told her he loved her, she rejected him? What would he do then? He knew that his Saiyan pride would not be ready to handle such a devasting emotional let down. Oh Kami! He didn't know what he should do.
*****
Chi Chi sat in silence listening to her father speaking with her suitor. Over the last few years, many of the warriors of Earth had come seeking her hand in marriage. She had turned them all down, not knowing why, just knowing that she was still waiting for the man of her dreams to come. Now, she knew that he had come, but he had gone just as quickly.
She watched half heartedly as Yamcha fiddled nervously in front of her father, Duke Ox. Her father was saying something, but she wasn't listening. Her mind was on a certain Saiyan. She had been right, he hadn't come back to see her before she left the medical center. In fact, she hadn't seen him since he had zoomed off on her. That was almost two weeks ago. Since than he had made himself unavailable to everyone except Piccolo who was quickly turning into his favourite and only sparring partner. Even than, he was only available to spar. Afterwards, he would vanish again.
"Chi Chi?" Her father was looking at her.
"Sorry father." She snapped back to reality. "What were you saying again?"
"I was saying that it is up to you whether or not you wish to marry Yamcha."
"Oh." She was just about to say 'no' when she thought better of it. Why should she spend forever waiting for someone that would never love her back? After all, Kakkarot had made it very clear a few years ago that he would never care for her. Why shouldn't she seek her love elsewhere if he wasn't going to show her any? She made up her mind. "Yes. I'd be glad to marry Yamcha, father. He is a very nice, young man and a strong warrior. I care a lot about him and would be honored to be his wife." She smiled her best smile at both her father and Yamcha.
*****
"Hahaha! Beta you fool. Did you think my power level would always remain the same? You are wrong. Since I left your ship many weeks ago, my power has increased dramatically."
Beta smiled coldly at the young Prince. "Talk is cheap Vegeta. You should know that."
"Baka! Do you think I am bluffing? My powers have increased so much in such a short period of time that many would think it impossible."
Beta stood back unimpressed as Vegeta slowly let his true ki begin to grow. Even as Vegeta's transformation began, Beta did not flinch. He could feel the power, and it did not scare him.
Vegeta let the energy surge around him as his transformation became complete. He felt nearly invincible. He was sure that even Beta couldn't beat him. The fool had come to him and invited death to himself. Vegeta smirked evilly. Beta would be wimpering and begging for his life before he was through.
Beta clapped unimpressively. "How very unimpressive Vegeta."
"Hmph." Beta couldn't be serious. Was he trully not scared? How could he not be? Vegeta's energy level had almost tripled. No. The baka must be playing mind games.
"I though you might have actually gotten some true power. I guess not. You still do not understand the meaning of true power. It's a shame. I had high hopes for you, but you have outlived your use."
Beta's fist came crashing towards Vegeta so quickly that Vegeta was caught off guard. He took the punch full in the face, sliding to a halt a few meters away. He had let Beta catch him off guard. No more of that! Vegeta hurled himself back towards Beta.
Punch after punch, kick after kick, neither side could land a clean hit. The two sides pulled apart from each other. "You have improved much Vegeta, however, you are still no match for me. Now watch, and learn."
Vegeta watched in horror as Beta began to transform. What?! No! Kuso! This can't be! Does this guy's powers have no limits?? Vegeta knew he would not stand a chance against Beta. Vegeta was barely holding his own now, what would happen after Beta transformed?
Before Vegeta could even try and ponder these thoughts, he found a fist on his nose and a knee in his stomach. He staggered backwards in pain. Damn! This Beta was much faster. How the hell am I suppose to beat him?! Beta had already nailed him a good four of five times, yet he hadn't even touched Beta yet. Vegeta's frustration was getting the better of him and his fighting and perception became worse. His anger blinded his judgement.
"Baka! Did you take me for an idiot? Did you think I would take you in and teach you how to fight if I thought there was any risk to me? Of course not. I am not stupid. If I could take you in and give you a chance at life, than I could just as easily destroy you."
Beta was enjoying insulting and beating the little Prince to a pulp. He knew that Vegeta was no longer a match for him and he was merely toying with him before killing him. He was enjoying every minute of it, knowing that the Prince was suffering tremendous pain. Beta punched Vegeta hard in the stomach forcing him upwards. Just as Vegeta was regaining control over his body, Beta appeared from above him and elbowed him hard in the middle of the back.
Vegeta could feel the hit straight to his bones. Suffering from the pain in his back, Vegeta thumped hard into the ground. He tried to pick himself up and was greeted by pain throughout every part of his body. He moved his arm to wipe the blood off his face. His once pure white gloves were now soaked by his own blood. Vegeta slowly got to his feet. He couldn't lose. Wasn't his new power enough?
"Hahahaha! Little Prince thinks he can beat me? I, who destroyed his entire race? That is quite a foolish idea! Now whose the baka?" Beta paused to laugh hysterically once more. "How does it feel Vegeta, to know that you shall be destroyed at the hands of the person who destroyed your race? To know that you are powerless to stop me?" More evil, hysterical laughter. "Bow down and kiss my feet. Beg me Vegeta! Beg like the dog that you are. Maybe I'll let you live a bit longer!"
Vegeta's pain vanished in a flash. His anger was propelling more power into his body. He, the Prince of the Saiyans, would not be laughed at like that! Vegeta stood, holding his head up high, refusing to flinch at the glare that he was receiving from Beta. His power continued to increase. Where had all this power come from?
"What's this? Little monkey boy still thinks he can beat me? How odd indeed. I always knew you were foolish Vegeta, but stupid as well? I must say, I trully am surprised. But than again, what more can you expect from the Prince of the Apes?"
No! He would not allow anyone to make fun of him like this! "Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!" Vegeta's hands flew out from his sides where they had been bunched up into fists. He welcomed the new energy he was getting, but oddly enough, he was also feeling a bit of pain. He could feel his muscles growing and it hurt like hell.
His face didn't show it, but Beta was highly shocked. He had known that Vegeta would someday become a Super Saiyan, but this? Was there a level higher than that of a Super Saiyan? There had to be. He was watching the transformation beyond the Super Saiyan level right at that instant. Vegeta's hair became even lighter, from gold to almost pure white. His muscles seemed to be bulkier as well. It seemed as if Vegeta had...ascended!
*****
"Bardock?" The Princess stood in front of Bardock nervously. "Are you okay?"
"Oh. I'm sorry my Princess."
"Are you okay? You seemed to be thinking about something. What is it? Is something wrong?"
"Something horrible is going to happen. Something is terribly wrong. Princess, do you know where Kakkarot is? He must be warned."
SPECIAL NOTE: I'd like to thank everyone who has been reading and reviewing my fic(s). It means a lot to me. Suggestions, comments and questions are always welcome. I don't mind clearing up any unclear topics. Please continue to read and review. If you guys haven't noticied, if I get lots of reviews on a given day, I tend to upload a new chapter that night. *hint hint*