Disclaimer: Ok you know the 'ish, I don't own any of these famous characters. They belong to their respective owners and creators. I'm just a crazy fan who loves them and loves to have fun. No profit is being made off of any of my works. ^_^

I started this a long time ago with my best friend. We got three chapters down but then for some reason never got it going again, till now. Once again I am inspired to finish this tale. I hope you will enjoy this as much as I loved to write it. More will come soon I promise.

Characters:

Vegeta/Prince Vegeta

King Vegeta

Princess Mariam

Lady Kelly

Garton

Kai

Lutoc

Queen

Misc Characters

The Black Lake Chronicles

CH.1

Flying home from my latest battle with some hot shot warrior from the Quadra Moon world, I lean back in my chair and let the auto pilot take control. The battle had been fairly easy considering the boasting I had heard of their champion's power. Hmph, power indeed. I'd seen stronger power in a battle apprentice. But the battle had been amusing, too short in my opinion, but amusing nonetheless. I smiled to myself at the memory of his screams from my ki blasts. Ah, those were the sounds I lived for on the field or in the ring. Those sounds told everyone who was the ultimate fighter; they spoke of unheard of power and strength. And I was the one who could claim their praise, the most powerful in my world and now in others as well.

Soon the flight display monitor begins to give me notice of approach to Vegetasai. I look upon the beauty of my world from my place in the vast emptiness. That was my kingdom to be, like a bride waiting for the night for me to rule supreme in her life.

I buckle myself in as the small ship begins to shake and heat up from the ascension into the atmosphere. I swallow down the queasiness I'm feeling and close my eyes till it is over and I can pilot the rest of the way home. It lasts for a few more minutes then, calm. I let out a sigh of breath that I hadn't realized I was holding.

I land the ship in the airfield, where there is a vehicle awaiting my return to take me to the palace. I get in and decide to catch some sleep while I'm just sitting there; it'll be at least a couple hours till we even reach the front gates.

I wake to the sound of my door being opened by one of the servants. Getting out I give a mere grunt of appreciation. Not that I cared about their feelings but father had been on my butt too much lately about royal politeness or some stuff like that. Still didn't care though.

Heading inside I see that my father is nowhere to be seen. I head toward his private den and find it empty as well. Turning to the guard at the door I demand to know his whereabouts. I'm told that he's in a meeting with the generals.

I head to the war room, grumbling all the way about his not waiting for me to get back before starting his plans.

Inside the war room King Vegeta and his general are seated at a large and long table. Papers are set in front of him and he begins to pace the room.

"Why wasn't I notified before of this…problem?" My fathers voice sounded to be trying to retain it's calmness. I chuckled, he was scariest when he took on that tone. One day I'd learn to get used to it.

I stormed into the room, giving no regard to the startled faces that greeted me. But the glare I received from my father was enough to make me stop dead in my tracks.

I gave a quick nod to the general.

"Father, why did you not wait for my return before discussing the battle plans?" I tried to keep the whine out of my voice, even though the look I received said I didn't succeed.
He sat down and re-stacked the papers in front of him, not looking up at me as he told me his reason.
"Son," He began, "You are inexperienced at the art of battle and conquest strategy. Though you are an accomplished fighter and an impressive warrior, you still lack what I need. Therefore, while you were away, we felt it was best to plan and decide everything before you returned. This way you can at least carry out the mission on your own, only with less stress and a good idea as to what I expect of you."

I hated to admit it but he actually made sense. Hell, I hated to admit a lot, but this mostly only because it made me look like some sort of rookie or virgin to the art of conquest and battle. I nodded my head to him, letting him know that I at least understood his methods if not agreed.

He sent me out with the orders that I was to carry out. First though I would need a partner or servant to bring along on this trip. The training fields would be a good place to start looking.

The sounds of fighting and things being broken began to fill the air as I neared the training grounds. These were the future army that we would bring up against the space tyrant Freeza. His reign would end before my time was through, I promised myself this as I sat upon a bench watching the mock-battles. One fighter in particular caught my eye. I think his name is Garton or something like that. He was brutally and mercilessly defeating his opponant. His skill impressed me greatly.
I know who I will bring to accompany me.
As his opponent flies across the field and lands unconscious I walk over to him.

"Nice move. I think he'll be out of it for the next week."

He makes a respectful bow to me then stands straight.

"Thank you Prince Vegeta. I am honored by your compliment."

"Tell me, you are Garton are you not."

"Yes I am."

"Then, tell me, what do you think of traveling with me, your prince, on a journey to complete a mission for you king."

His face held a look of shock as he stuttered to find a reply.

"I..uh..I would be honored to offer my assistance to His Highness."

"Good. We leave in two weeks."

I walked away, leaving Garton to think about the task he had just taken on.
My tail swished anxiously as I began my own training to prepare for the journey.