Yep, another chapter. I've had a couple bad days lately, so I figure I'd cheer myself up by writing. I'm thinking this chapter and number seven will be it. I don't like to extend my fics for long, as you know. Also, this chapter may be a little lemony, but I promise you it will be in good taste. Oh well, read on.
AN1: Kublai
AN2: Khan
AN3: Is
AN4: God.
AN5: And like I've said last three chapters, this is an A/U fic. Bra is 23, Goten is 26, Trunks is 27, Pan is 22, and Marron is 25.
DISCLAIMER: "Quit 'cher bitchin'." – Michael Guildoo, Accounting Teacher, Philosopher.
Rhythm: Chapter 6 – Late Night Dance and Physical Romance
Here's the down low on what's been going on in the three months that have elapsed during the last chapter and this chapter. Hearts have grown closer and there are three very happy couples.
-------------
They absolutely loved each other's presence, whether it be mental or in physical space and time. Bra and Goten were perfect together. They lived together there in Goten's apartment almost as if they've lived together like a married couple for twenty five years. There was no tension at all.
They absolutely loved waking up in each other's arms every morning, inhaling the scent of the other. Saiyajin pheromones filling up the apartment by the cubic yard every second they were together. Not only did they love each other and bonded, they were very closely becoming more and more physically attracted to each other. Every little flirtatious move was exciting for both.
A simple touch on the arm from Goten, to the smirking of Bra, back to Goten brushing the hair out from Bra's eyes, to Bra sneaking up on Goten to give him the biggest hug in the world. They both were in ecstasy around each other. They never consummated their flirtatious feelings, though.
Bra and Goten felt that they should wait until they had a perfect night together to do such a thing. Even though they loved each other, they wanted their first time to be the best for both of them, not just simple sex. They wanted to make love.
For three months, Bra and Goten had lived together. Three months, just the two of them in Goten's, or should I say Goten and Bra's apartment. They had grown closer, if that was even possible. Their souls intertwined even more than a Saiyajin bond could make them.
They loved each other very much, and made each other very happy.
-----------
Marron and Trunks were equally passionate together, as you remember from the antics that had taken place in Trunks's own room. Bulma continued to tease, and Trunks continued to get embarrassed. Eventually, he decided that buying his own house might suit him, and Marron, well.
A month after the last chapter, Trunks found a nice two story house about four miles from Goten's apartment complex. After several days of begging, Kuririn and Juuhachigou finally agreed to let Marron move in with Trunks. They also lived happily together in each other's presence.
Unknown to everyone else in the Gen-Z family, Trunks and Marron had had a relationship for a good three years now, only recently deciding it was time to let their family know about it.
Talks of marriage ran past between both Trunks and Marron, and whenever that subject came up, both adults blushed and smiled, knowing someday they will be together in marriage for eternal life.
Until that time, though, they decided to live together in happiness.
-----------
Jory and Pan grew very close during the past three months. Gohan absolutely was ecstatic to find a real Kyoretsu-jin here on Earth, and to have his daughter dating her was even better.
Jory and Pan really didn't care about that, though. They just loved each other's company. Staying up late, just talking. They did that a lot, and soon knew just about everything there was to know about each other.
Pan told the stories on how her father was the one who killed Cell, and who fought alongside Kaioushin to battle Majin Buu. Jory told stories about his training with Kamesennin and how he first realized his heritage. Hell, Jory even told Pan about the time in fourth grade when he had spilled milk on his pants during lunch, and decided he didn't need them. He just tossed them aside and walked the halls in his tighty-whities. Both got a kick out of that story.
Jory, having moved around so much in his lifetime, decided to actually settle down and live in this wonderful place. Gohan had invited him to stay with his family, as long as he doesn't touch his daughter in any way sexual, except for the minor hugs and kisses. He even made Jory promise one spar a week, just so Gohan could see the real capabilities of the Kyoretsu-jin.
Summing it up, everyone's living very well together. Goten's business is running very well, becoming a hit across the city. He was even interviewed for the magazine Satan Entertainment, which when the article was printed, Goten's business went up ten-fold.
-----------
Goten gave Bra a quick kiss on the lips before running out the door. Bra smiled as she watched her retreating boyfriend run to work.
"See you in a couple hours babe!" He called as he ran though the door. Bra smiled and waved.
"Okay hon! Bye!" Goten smirked and jogged to the elevator. He loved Bra so much, and it felt great. It was the highest he'd been in his whole life. Just the mere presence of Bra fueled him for the day.
Goten pressed the "1" button in the elevator, taking him down to the ground level. He used his key pass to open up the security locked door before jogging to the nearby forest by his apartment complex. As soon as he was underneath the camouflage of the trees, he took a leap into the air and headed towards Trunks' house.
He smiled as he flew, thinking of his girlfriend.
Tonight… tonight is the night. I will do it tonight. He though, increasing his ki and speeding up. Trunks' house soon came into view and he slowed down.
He landed on the roof. Goten knew Trunks hated this, but he just chuckled and quickly found an open window. He opened it and put one foot in. He didn't get the other one in.
Trunks had grabbed Goten's leg and dragged him through the window, knocking over furniture left and right. Goten's screams filled the house and Trunks' cursing was heard in a four mile radius.
"Dammit Goten!" Trunks screamed, "Can't you come into my house like a normal person?! There is a door, you know!" Goten struggled under Trunks' grip.
"Gah Trunks!" Goten said, turning blue. "I can't breathe!" Several gargling sounds were heard before Trunks realized what he was doing and removed his hands from Goten's neck. Goten inhaled deeply.
"Goten, this is the last time," Trunks said, calming down. "Just knock on the door. That's all you have to do." Goten smirked.
"What, were you afraid I was going to walk in on you and Marron doing the it?" Goten asked, then darting off to avoid Trunks' grip again.
"Dammit Goten, get back here!" Trunks yelled as Goten laughed hysterically while running through the house.
Marron peeked her head out from behind the bathroom door to see the two running down the stairs. She slapped herself on the forehead.
"Gah, not again," she sighed, and returned to her shower.
-----------
Goten and Trunks huffed and puffed while lying sprawled out on the couch when Marron came down dressed ready to go dancing. Trunks smiled as he saw his girlfriend and, lazily, got up off the couch to give her a kiss. Goten smiled as he remembered exactly what he had come here for.
"Trunks, give it to me." Goten said, looking at Trunks seriously. Trunks looked at Goten oddly.
"Give you what, buddy?" Trunks asked. Goten got up.
"You know what. Give it to me. I'm doing it tonight." Goten said, smiling a little. Trunks and Marron both smirked as they remembered now what Goten wanted.
"Good for you, Goten. Here." Trunks handed Goten the small box. Goten opened it and looked at it's contents. He smiled.
"Finally, I'm going to do this," Goten said, "Finally. Thanks for keeping it safe for me, Trunks. You know I'd lose something this important if I had kept it myself." Trunks just nodded and wrapped his arm around Marron's waist.
Goten blushed at the thought of what he was going to do. He smiled and looked at the couple in front of him.
"I guess I better get to work. See you guys in a couple hours!" Goten said and headed for the door.
"Later Goten. And good luck," Trunks grinned. Marron waved goodbye and Goten exited. Trunks turned to his girlfriend.
"Quickie before we go?" He asked, grinning. Marron smiled coyly and nodded.
"Let's go!" She said. They both ran to their bedroom, stripping each other as they went.
Goten stood outside the front door as he felt, and heard, the two run up to their room. He chuckled before taking off into the air.
-----------
Once again, just like the past many nights, Rhythm was packed. Goten had actually expanded and built a new complex onto the original club because it had gotten so popular these past few months. Even then, though, it was a full house.
All the other clubs around the area were losing business to Goten's Rhythm. Some had even shut down because some nights people were so scarce that they couldn't even afford to run the electricity.
Goten liked to walk through the crowd, watching his customers enjoy themselves. He was always on guard for the occasional fight that would break out, due to some guy drinking a little too much or two men fighting over a girl. He'd always taken care of it by himself, which was one of the main points the media had taken in on his club; Goten was his own bouncer.
Bra walked through the secret doorway Goten had installed for him and his friends. No lines, no trouble. She smiled as she saw her boyfriend talking to the bartender and walked up to him. She stopped suddenly as a girl who was unfamiliar to her walked up to him and wrapped her arms around him.
Bra's ki rose. She walked closer to see what she could gather by their conversation.
Goten was obviously uncomfortable with the whole situation, trying to pry the girl's hands off of him gently.
"Excuse me, lady," he said, "I don't think you should be doing that." She just smiled and spoke drunkenly.
"But we were maaaaade fer each other… Goten…," she said, slurring her words together.
"No, we definitely weren't. I have a wonderful girlfriend and I certainly don't need you. Now go away or will I have to show you the door myself?" Goten threatened, finally peeling the hands from around his neck. Bra smiled.
Good work, Cutie She said mentally to him. He turned to her and smiled. The drunken woman finally stumbled away. Bra ran up and gave her boyfriend a big hug.
"I missed to, babe," Goten said, smiling. Bra kissed him quickly before replying.
"I missed you more!" She said, grinning. This was their favorite game to play.
"Nope. You did not!" Goten said, grinning. Bra hugged him tighter.
"Whatever!" Bra said, then laughed. "How's the club tonight?" Goten smiled.
"Better than usual. Only two fights so far," He said. Bra nodded and separated herself from him. She looked at the bartender, Rush.
"Hey Rush, gimme a Mike's please," She asked sweetly. Rush nodded and tossed her a bottle. He grinned.
"There you go, Bra," He said before returning his fully attention to a girl at the bar. Goten and Bra recognized her as Bobbi, a regular at Rhythm. Rush and Bobbi seemed to get along great.
Bra smiled and looked up at Goten, who looked deep in thought.
What's wrong? Bra thought to Goten. Goten looked down at Bra and kissed her forehead.
Not a thing, babe. He thought back, smiling, I'm okay. Bra smiled and took his hand in hers. She led him to the dance floor.
He smiled as he felt the box in his pocket and looked at his wonderful girlfriend. She was so beautiful to him, running toward the dance floor in her black stretch pants and red shirt. He loved her so much.
He felt the box again and smiled.
-----------
Jory and Pan strolled into the club, hand in hand. They quickly spotted Marron and Trunks and walked over to them. Trunks and Marron greeted the young couple with a smile and a wave. Trunks grinned at Pan.
"He's doing it tonight, Pan," Trunks said. Pan's eyes grew wide and she grinned.
"Go Goten!!" She screamed and started dancing around, "I can't believe it! It's about time! Go Goten!" Jory could do nothing as an ecstatic Pan dragged him along.
"Shh Pan!" Marron said, "Be quiet! Bra might hear you!" Pan quickly covered her mouth and sat down. She fidgeted, obviously still excited about what was going to happen.
All four peered out onto the dance floor to see Goten and Bra having a great time. They all knew how perfect they were for each other.
"How do you know he's doing it tonight, Trunks?" Jory asked.
"He came over and got the box," Trunks replied. Jory nodded and Pan burst out again.
"GO GOTEN!"
The other three tackled her and covered her mouth. She fought to get free as Goten looked around from the dance floor, thinking someone had called his name.
-------------
The night turned into morning and the club was dwindling down. Very many people had left, and it was just fifteen minutes before closing time. People faltered and swayed as they exited the club.
Pan, Jory, Trunks, and Marron all started cleaning up as Goten and Bra were nowhere to be found. The four all exchanged smiles at the thought of what Goten was going to do.
Goten and Bra walked along Kid Velocity's equipment, looking over his albums he had. Bra started looking through several older songs, while Goten secretly snuck a CD into the player. He took his remote to the equipment and slipped it into his pocket.
Goten took Bra's hand and walked her to the center of the now deserted dance floor. The lights had long since been turned on, so it was pretty bright. Bra wondered what Goten was up to.
Goten stopped in the middle of the dance floor and stopped. He turned and faced her, smiling so casually that Bra seemed to melt right into his arms. They embraced and Goten slipped the remote from his pocket, but not before feeling the box. He grinned during the kiss, which received a grin from Bra herself. Goten clicked a button.
The lights went out, causing total darkness to take the two. Goten pressed another button, causing the spinning light above them to start up. White light filtered down through the wholes in the casing covering it, causing bright white stars to twirl on the ground below them.
Bra looked around in awe and felt an incredible sense of love come around her. Goten slowly wrapped his arms around her waist as she subconsciously wrapped hers around his neck. Goten clicked another button on the remote.
Soluna's For All Time was player. Bra smiled at the first few notes, knowing Goten knew how much this song meant to her. This was the same song they had playing on Goten's radio the first night they lived together. This was the first song they went to sleep by, holding each other in their arms till they fell peacefully and blissfully asleep.
The two started dancing slowly underneath the barrage of "starlight," ever so closely. Their eyes were locked and smiles spread across their faces. Goten tightened his grip on his girlfriend, bringing her closer to him. She laid her head on his chest.
Goten hit the repeat button on the remote before tossing it away into the darkness. They stayed like that for thirty minutes, not having any sense of time and letting the song envelope them in feelings of intimacy and love. Goten then took the box out from his pocket.
Goten felt the velvet of the box along his fingers and smiled. He set it on Bra's shoulder and opened it. She wondered what he was doing and smiled. He slowly took the circle of gold from it's plush encasing and grinned as the cut diamond center glistened in the light from above.
Bra still had no idea what was going on and just looked into Goten's eyes. He reached up and pulled her hand from his neck and brought the cool metallic ring to her finger. He pushed it on with ease. Bra's breath caught in her throat.
"Marry me," Goten muttered, "Make me happier than I already am." He looked at her with serious, yet intensely loving, eyes. She couldn't speak.
"Bra…" Goten said, "I love you more than anything I've ever loved in my entire life. You are my everything now, and everything that ever will be. Without you, I have no life at all." He got to one knee. Bra's jaw slacked and she still said nothing.
"You make me feel so complete and satisfied," Goten continued, "I want to spend the rest of my life with you, even if we were destined for it. I love you so much. Please, Bra, marry me."
Of course I'll marry you, silly. Bra answered, using the familiar mental conversation they had grown adjusted to. Goten stood up and kissed Bra with more passion than ever before. He hugged her so tightly, it was almost as if she couldn't breathe.
Her breathing was working as well as ever, though. She returned Goten's kiss. Their tongues fought in heated battle as they celebrated. Bra let out a giggle through the kiss. She pulled away ever so quickly to deliver a message to her new fiancé.
"I think we should go home and celebrate, babe," Bra said seductively. Goten just grinned widely and nodded, picking up a laughing Bra as he ran into the main hallway where the other four cleaned.
-------------
Pan, Marron, Trunks, and Jory sat at the bar. They had finally finished cleaning, even without Goten or Bra's help.
"We really need to get them to help next time," Trunks said. Marron nodded.
"It's too hard just for us," she replied, "but at least we get free drinks." Pan nodded.
"Yeah, we owe Goten that much," Pan said, "Especially since he's making it official tonight." Jory smiled.
"I think he's already done it," Jory chuckled, motioning to the couple running in. The other three turned to see Goten carrying Bra, both laughing.
"Hithanksforcleaningupwe'regonnagohomeanddotheitcauseIjustaskedBratomarrymeandshesaidyesandI'msoincrediblyhappybye!" Goten said in one breath before running out the door and leaping into the air. (That translates into "Hi, thanks for cleaning up. We're gonna go home and do the it cause I just asked Bra to marry me and she said yes and I'm so incredibly happy. Bye!")
Jory, Pan, Trunks, and Marron just sweatdropped and got up to leave. They smiled at the flying couple as they took off themselves towards their own homes.
The lemon in this chapter is no longer allowed by ff.net's facist ways, so you can go to http://www.themillnet.com/fender/rhythm6a.html to read the actual chapter.
-------------
End Chapter Six