Chapter 4: A Deal With The Devil
The whole planet was in an uproar about the upcoming ceremony. Finally, after months of searching, their great king was going to have a queen. And what a queen. Baja was young as she was beautiful. And what beauty. Many of the other males grew jealous as they heard the news. But who were they to come between the king and his chosen mate? It was fate. That they were sure of. Inside the medical ward, Baja heard sounds of talking and laughter coming from another room. 'I wonder who's in there?' she asked herself. Here she was, stuck in bed while people were having a good time. If it hadn't been for Cauli, she would be in there, enjoying herself too. But nooo, the stupid witch had to go and almost kill her. Baja hated Cauli and was glad that the older saiyan had been killed. 'To bad it wasn't me who killed her.' she mused. 'I'd like to get back at that bitch.' 'I thought you were asleep?' Baja turned her head toward the doors and saw Radditz standing beside them with a look of amusement on his face. If the king himself hadn't chosen the small saiyan as his mate, then Radditz would have had her in a lip lock. But since the king and Baja were getting married, he couldn't. So instead, he just referred to her as a friend. 'I woke up to laughter. What's going on in there?' Baja asked as she tried to stand up. Radditz at that moment walked over to her and held out a hand to steady the girl. Baja took it and then stood up, but to both their surprises, stumbled and landed into Radditz arms. Radditz looked down at Baja and smiled. Then he bent down, intent on giving Baja a kiss she wouldn't soon forget. Baja looked up at him and noted what he was about to do. 'Oh god, he's going to kiss me! What about Pepper? She'll never forgive me if I give in!' Baja thought as Radditz made his way to her lips. Then she thought of something. Something she hoped would get him away from her like this. Turning her head Baja gave a half-hearted smile and then push the large male away. 'What are you doing? Don't you want this?' Radditz asked, confused. Baja turned and looked up at him. Not wanting to hurt his feelings A/N:Radditz? Feelings? Hmmm, someone must have drugged my coffee. He would never have any feelings. Oh well, he does in this story. Now as I was saying... Not wanting to hurt his feelings, Baja grabbed his hand. 'Radditz, you know you'll always have a special place in my heart, right? But you need to think about Pepper and the fact that I'm going to wedded to King Vegeta soon. If something happened, both of us would possibly be killed. I don't want anything to happen to you as well as myself. I hope you understand.' Radditz frowned but then nodded his head. 'I do...but I still wish you were mine. I've wished it ever since I first saw you. It's strange how some things just don't go as planned. Oh well, at least I have Pepper around, even if she is a loud mouth.' 'Now why would you ever say something like that? I thought you liked her?' Baja asked jokingly. 'I do...' Radditz was about to answer when a knock came. Forgetting about what he was about to say, he answered it. In front of him, a guard bowed low. 'Sir, King Vegeta wishes the presence of his future mate. He asked me to bring her to the throne room.' he said. Baja smiled and then nodded. 'Tell him I'll be there shortly. I just need to do something first.' she said. With that, the guard left. 'What do you need to do?' Radditz asked suspiciously. 'I need to find something to wear. I'm not going to go see the king dressed like this!' Baja laughed. Radditz frowned but then laughed too as he helped her find something nice to wear.
Inside the throne room a very agitated King Vegeta paced around in the throne room, uncertainty in his mind. How could he have agreed to something like this? Why didn't he stand his ground when the order came to him? Yelling in anger, he punched one of the walls in front of him, leaving a very large dent.. 'Of all things! How could that pesky little lizard force me to give up something that has not been born yet?' he yelled to no one in particular. His mind raced with thoughts of the last few days when Baja was still in recovery.
That morning hadn't been going well for King Vegeta. As he trained with some of his elites, he wasn't focused and he found himself losing spars that he could easily win. Just days ago, he had met with someone who even drew the fear from his eyes. Lord Frieza had come to visit the Planet Vegeta, on some personal matters. He had met with the King and talked about some sort of peace treaty. But this treaty came with a price. He would only spare the planet if the King gave him something in return. And that something was just a dream right now in the king's eyes. King Vegeta thought back to that day and frowned. The harshness of Frieza's tone as he told him exactly what he wanted. The fear clutching at his throat as he tried to answer.
*Flash Back: 2 days ago*
'I heard that you are to be taking on someone as your queen. Well I must say, this is a surprise.' Frieza said as he helped himself to some wine set before him. 'That is correct. I met her only a few months ago.' 'Well then, why don't we sign a peace treaty? It's my way of showing my congratulations to you and your new queen. By the way, how powerful is she? I know that you would never marry any weaklings. It's not like you.' Frieza asked. Vegeta looked at him and nodded. 'Her power level has been determined at 500 when she is calm, but over 5,000 when she's extremely angry.' he smiled. 'Over 5,000? That is a good thing. And how long do you plan to keep this one?' 'As long as I live Lord Frieza. Do not ask me to give her up.' 'I wasn't going too. But since you both have extensive amounts of energy, I reckon you will have powerful offspring as well. Am I right?' 'That is what I hope for. I need someone strong enough to rule in my place when my time has come to an end.' 'Really? Well my friend. I will sign this peace treaty if you will promise me the one thing I greatly desire.' 'And what is that, my Lord?' 'You're first born child. You may keep him until he is old enough to be trained and taught. Until then, I wouldn't get so attached. And your queen had better not neither. Because if you make this promise, then go back on your word, I will destroy your pathetic planet in one millisecond. Do I make myself clear?' Frieza said as looked at Vegeta. The king stared and then slowly nodded. 'Yes, my Lord. As you wish...' 'Excellent! I will return in just two days to sign my half. And Vegeta, don't forget.' Frieza laughed as he left a very tense king in the throne room.
*End FlashBack*
'Sire. Baja is here. As you ordered.' Vegeta opened his eyes and looked up at the guard who he had sent just 30 minutes ago to retrieve his soon-to-be-bride. He was looking down at him with a puzzled look on his face, tying to figure out why his king was on the floor. 'Very well, you may leave now. That is all.' 'As you wish.' Vegeta watched the guard leave and then stood up. Brushing himself off, he went to his throne and sat down. 'You wished to see me, my Lord?' Baja said as she bowed. 'Yes. I sent for you on some personal matters. We are to have a visitor today Baja. I want you to be around when he comes.' 'If I may ask sire, who is coming?' Vegeta looked at her and then nodded. It was his way of telling her that the question was alright by him. 'Someone by the name of Lord Frieza. He is to sign a peace treaty with our planet in exchange for one small thing.' 'And what would that be?' Baja gasped as she looked at the king. 'Surely he doesn't plan to give me away? Have I done something wrong? Am I being punished for all those times I fought the guards?' Baja thought in a panic. Sensing her anxiety, Vegeta smirked. 'Don't be silly woman. Lord Frieza doesn't want you. He just wants something else. But what that something is, I cannot say.' Baja stopped trembling and looked at him. Smiling in relief she sighed. 'Thank the heavens. I was just getting used to being around you. I don't think I could handle being pawned off to someone else I hardly know.' 'You've been here for at least five months and you still act as though you don't know me? You're a strange girl Baja.' 'I know you well enough my King. Now, when will this Lord Frieza arrive? With his majesties permission, I would like to prepare a feast in Lord Frieza's honor.' ':Later tonight. And you have my permission. Just don't go ruining the food and trying to put poison in it.' 'Why would I do that? I may be evil and conniving, but I'm not a murderer. I'll save that for those who are below me.' 'Spoken like a true queen. I see great things in your future. You are dismissed.' Vegeta waved Baja off. Bowing, the young saiyan left.
In the kitchen, one of the royal cooks was checking a pot of stew that he had simmering on the stove. If it wasn't a dark brown and greasy looking, one would say it probably tasted better than it looked. The stench of rotted meat hung in the air and so did burning flesh. Possibly, if one wanted to, they could bottle the smell and use it as a massive knockout gas on their opponent. The smell was strong enough to even put the mightiest warriors on their back. At that moment Baja came into the kitchen. Covering her nose quickly she gasped. Coughing from the horrible stench, she ran over a window and opened it. 'What are you trying to do? Kill everyone in the palace? Crack a window!' she said as she opened the nearest window. 'I'm sorry. I told Isa to do it, but he just walked out. And besides, why would you care? You don't even need to be in here. This is for royal members.' the cook said sarcastically. Baja narrowed her eyes and looked at him. At that moment, her small friend Tara walked in. When she saw Baja, Tara quickly bowed. 'Your highness! What are you doing here?' she asked without looking up. Baja frowned and then smiled. 'Tara, did you forget? I won't become queen until the next full moon. I missed the last one remember. I only came of age.' Baja said as she helped her friend up. 'Also, call me Baja from now on. Your highness makes me sound like an old woman.' she laughed. At that moment, the cook who had been listening, interrupted their conversation. 'Tara, who is this girl? And why is she in my kitchen?' he asked. 'Don't you know anything Gage, this is King Vegeta's fiance. She's going to be our new queen.' Tara said proudly . The fact that her best friend was to be queen made the young girls heart soar. Ever since she first met the older girl, she always had inconsiderable amount of respect for her. And if Baja wished to be called by her first name, that was what she would be called. Also, she knew that she would be by Baja's side as her most trusted friend forever. 'So, what are you doing here?' Tara asked. 'I have special permission from King Vegeta to make something special for Lord Frieza's visit...' With the mention of Frieza's name, both the cook and Tara backed away. This action caused Baja to cock her head to the side, confused. Was there something she needed to know about this strange alien that King Vegeta had not told her? 'Tara? Is there something wrong?' she asked. The girl just shook her head and gave a half-hearted smile. For some reason, she couldn't bring herself to tell Baja the true nature of Frieza. She had learned it years ago, with the sudden death of her parents. She hated talking about that fateful day, especially to those who might not believe her. Once she had tried to tell King Vegeta himself but he just dismissed her, not believing a word she said. And now, her best friend wanted to know more about Frieza. What could she do? She was stricken with terror of the single mention of his name. Even the cook paled, unable to grasp what the young soon-to-be-queen had said. 'You're kidding? You're actually going to cook something for that tyrant's visit?' he asked in complete shock. Baja nodded her head, not quite grasping the facts. This was the second time she had heard about a 'Tyrant'. First it was her parent's talking about King Vegeta. Baja soon learned that both of them were wrong about him. The king could be as caring and generous as anyone, if given the chance. And now Frieza was considered a tyrant as well? How many supposed 'Tyrant's' would she be meeting? 'You're a brave girl. No one in their right minds would do something nice for Frieza. Unless they were threatened. You must have a lot of guts to do something so foolish. But, if you wish to do so, I can't stop you. Just be careful. Even those who tame the lion will be killed in the end.'
A/N: Okay, is it just me or did that sound totally corny? I swear someone drugged my coffee.
For the rest of the day, before Frieza showed up, Baja remained in the kitchen. She was determined to put the falsehoods of the rumors to rest. A little while ago she had met up with a few other cooks who were also shocked to find a young female cooking. But they quickly stopped all questions after Gage explained who she was and what she was doing. Even they talked about how it was stupid for the young saiyan to do something nice for Frieza. And that even included getting a lecture from Tara's own brother and nephew. Bardock and Radditz both told her to stop all the nonsense and go straight to her room. She was to lock herself in and wait out the visit until Frieza left. 'It was for her own safety.' they had told her. But safety or none, Baja was dead set on making a good impression on both her king and Frieza. Hours passed and Baja still cooked. She cooked all the foods that she had made for her parents while she still lived at home. God how she missed them. She had only seen a few glimpses of her father as he left to purge other planets with the other saiyans warriors. She hadn't seen her mother ever since she last saw her walking out of the palace, all those months ago. But she knew she would never have the time to visit them. Not with everything going on. And so, putting her parent's in the back of her mind, Baja finished the last course for her feast.
A/N: I'm not even going to go into detail of what she cooked. You have to use your imaginations for that one. ^_^
That night, Baja had gotten her first look at Frieza. The little pink alien gave her the willies. He stared at her the entire time he was there, and it almost made her get up and leave the dining hall. Of course, Vegeta had seen all of this and turned to get Frieza's attention. 'And so my Lord. As you now may know, several planets have been destroyed, just as you wished.' he said. This got Frieza's attention all right. 'And I am very pleased at the results. Except for that last one. What was called again? Planet Kitona? I thought even a bunch of low class could take care of that planet in just under nine days. I'm disappointed Vegeta. I hoped you did what was right and punished them for being so weak. I do not like sending my own men to finish up what should have been done days ago.' 'My Lord is right. I'm very sorry about the misfortune. I punished all of them, just as you wished. They will never mess up again.' 'That is good. Now, getting back to the treaty. On what day to you plan to take Baja here as a mate? I must know so I can set a date for my next arrival.' 'During the next full moon.' 'Very well, after five years, I will return to claim what is mine. Now, since I have signed, you and Baja will also have to sign.'
Frieza smiled as he handed a small piece of paper over to Vegeta. Looking it over, the king nodded and signed his name to it. Then he handed it to Baja, who signed as well. After that, Frieza smiled, gave Baja credit on a feast well prepared, and then left leaving Baja to ponder over what he meant by returning in the next five years. Vegeta sighed as he watched the nasty little pink alien known as Frieza leave his dining hall. Now it was time to explain to Baja the real reason for his visit. 'Baja, I have a confession to make. Lord Frieza didn't visit just to sign a peace treaty. We also made a deal with each other. I just want you to know that I did it for your safety, as well as the planets.' 'Really? So I didn't have to break my back by cooking him a feast?' she laughed. 'No, that's not the reason. He enjoyed your cooking as well as myself. Now I can fully understand why I chose you. But let's not discuss that. The deal I made with him will possibly shock and anger you to no end, and I feel guilty for even agreeing on it.' 'Well then...' Vegeta sighed again and faced his soon-to-be-bride. 'Why does it have to be this way? I know for a fact that Baja will be wanting to keep our soon-to-be-child. Why did I ever give in?' he thought. Baja looked at him and frowned. 'You did agree to let him have me? Didn't you?' she asked, the anger evident in her voice. 'No you silly girl. Just our first born son. In order to protect this planet and you, I made a deal with him by giving up our first born.'
That did it. Baja opened her eyes wide and stared in disbelief by what he had just told her.
'YOU WHAT?! HOW COULD YOU DO SUCH A THING? VEGETA THAT'S NOT EVEN FAIR! DON'T I EVEN HAVE A SAY IN THIS MATTER!' she yelled. Several saiyans passing the dining hall cringed in terror at the shrillness and anger in Baja's voice. Most stopped to listen, but decide that their deaths would come to soon and left. Baja was on the verge of tears as Vegeta explained the entire situation to her. How could he? Of all the things she wanted now that she had agreed to be his mate. At that moment, nothing but hatred for the king filled her mind. 'Don't start with the tears wench! I did it in order to protect you and this planet! How many times do I have to mention that?!' 'I DON'T CARE ABOUT MY SAFETY VEGETA! I'D RATHER DIE THAN TO LET SOME FREAK GET HIS HANDS ON SOMETHING THAT IS RIGHTFULLY MINE!' Baja yelled. Inside, her heart had shattered at the news. Vegeta on the other hand was getting upset. Standing up he walked over to Baja and forcefully jerked her from her seat. 'WOULD YOU RATHER DIE? IS THAT WHAT YOU WANT? LORD FRIEZA HAS PROMISED SOMETHING TO US THAT NO ONE CAN TAKE AWAY! THE DESTRUCTION OF THIS PLANET WOULD END OUR ENTIRE RACE BAJA! I DID WHAT I HAD TO DO, EVEN AT THE EXPENSE OF OTHERS! DO YOU THINK I'M PROUD BY WHAT I HAVE DONE?' At that moment Vegeta stopped. Letting go of Baja, he turned and walked back to his place at the table. 'What have I done?' he thought. Putting his head in his hands, he shook his head. 'Of all things...I ruined Baja's dreams for a happy lifetime.' Without looking up he told Baja to leave while he thought of something. Baja was more than happy to leave and stood up. Without even a bow or a single word, she stomped off to leave the king with his thoughts.
Later...
'I heard yelling in the dining hall. Baja did Frieza did something to you didn't he?' Bardock asked as he tried to comfort his small friend. 'I tried to warn you Baja. Frieza isn't someone you should trust...' 'And neither is our king! Bardock I appreciate what you are doing, but I would like to be let alone now if you don't mind. I have some things I want to think about.'
Baja said solemnly. 'Of course...as you wish. But if you need someone to talk to, don't hesitate to ask.' 'I won't and thank you.' the young saiyan said without looking up. How could the one man she loved hurt her so much with such a deal? Didn't her own happiness come before those of others? Suddenly Baja perked up. Smiling from ear to ear she got an idea. What if their first born turned out to be female? Vegeta couldn't give Frieza that. Or could he? The young female pondered for a moment and then smiled again. Of course not! Frieza specifically asked for their first born son...not daughter. 'Perhaps it won't turn out so bad.' she thought, 'That is...if we have a daughter.'
another A/N: Wow! I have several A/N now...YAY for me! And this time, no one drugged my coffee! Sorry, it's late and I'm kinda hyper. Now as I was going to say...Could it have been possible that Vegeta had a sister? Maybe even a brother? Hmmm, inquiring minds want to know. I think so...maybe. Oh who cares, on with the story.
Several days had passed without a single word to Vegeta from Baja. Each time she passed him in the halls she would ignore him. When they ate dinner together she would sit as far away from him as possible. Not a single day went by where she thought of nasty little remarks to call him. Sometimes she wouldn't even look at him. All this time Vegeta had tried to apologize, but she just gave him the cold shoulder. Everyone grew worried. What if they had a falling out? The planet would be left without a queen and Vegeta would probably end up killing her. Bardock, Radditz and Tara had tried to talk to her about it, but Baja just shook her head. 'Not until he makes me a deal. He seems to like that more than anything else.' she would tell them. In silence, the others would leave, defeated. How could they have put so much trust in one single girl. A/N: Ok, if anyone has been reading this, I kinda go from calling Baja girl, or woman. And with King Vegeta...It's either King Vegeta or just Vegeta. I get sick of writing just one thing to call them, so I go back and forth. Get it? Got it? Good.
'Maybe we were wrong about her?' Tara told Bardock as they walked out of Baja's room. Ever since she had become angry with King Vegeta, Baja had little time to talk to her friends, and even less time to be with them. Before the whole mess between her and the king they were
always together. 'I don't think so Tara. Baja's just angry. I'd be angry too if I found out my own mate was giving up one of our offspring.' 'What? Where did you here this from Bardock?' 'A while back when they were arguing. I overheard them talking about it.' 'You mean you ease dropped don't you?' Radditz smirked, 'Good one old man. Didn't think you had it in you.' 'I didn't ease drop you twit. I just happened to be passing by and I overheard them, that's all. And I'm not old! I'm just as young as you.' 'Right...umm dad, exactly how old are you?' 'I don't know...I lost count years ago. But that doesn't matter now. We have to figure out a way of keeping those two together.' 'And how are we suppose to do that Bardock? Super glue them both to their chairs and demand they stop fighting? Great idea oh genius one. I didn't think you could come up with such a daring plan.' Tara smirked. If it was one thing she like about her brother and nephew, it was their ability to think of stupid stuff in drastic times. Of course, she would never let them know. Bardock looked at his younger sister and frowned. 'No, I wasn't thinking about that. I was thinking of something else to do. Something they wouldn't expect. Like locking them both in the throne room and not letting them leave until they apologized to each other. King Vegeta for making the deal and Baja for being so hard on him. She didn't have the right to jump down his throat.' Bardock said as he looked at Tara angrily. Suddenly Radditz got an idea. Turning to face his dad and aunt, he smiled. 'Hey I got it!'
'Got what?' both Tara and Bardock asked. 'What if we get them both really drunk? I mean really, really drunk...They could...' Before he finished, Tara smacked him upside the head. 'Grow up you idiot. If we got them drunk, there would be no telling what they would do to each other. I swear I'm surrounded by morons. I suggest we let those two figure out their own way of making up. We don't need to be prying in their business.' she said. Both guys just stared at her and nodded their heads.
Baja sat sadly on her bed, not knowing what to do. Her king had betrayed her, but yet for the whole time she sat there she couldn't help but wonder if he did do it to save her. Vegeta was a stubborn man and wouldn't give in to anything so drastic. But yet he had made a deal with a devil. A pink scary devil. Baja shuddered. Those eyes. The way he would stare at her. It gave Baja goose bumps just thinking about it. Frieza seemed to be what everyone had told her. He was a tyrant. A tyrant who would get the one thing she wanted ever since she found herself with Vegeta. The only think she wanted more of than anything in the world. But...was it worth it all? Could Frieza really destroy their planet? Her mind overflowed with thoughts of herself and Vegeta giving up their precious child to the devil. Her beloved planet being destroy if they didn't. Baja wanted to scream out in frustration. She was caught in between a battle. On one side, safety. The other side...complete extinction of her race. Closing her eyes, she tried to think. 'Should I forgive him?' she thought. 'He did what was right...even if I don't agree.' Screaming in anger, Baja pounded her head with her fists. Then she stopped. 'I have to forgive him. I understand why he did it. It's because the safety of our race is important to him. And if he did it to save me...could it mean that he loves me?' Baja sighed. Then she smiled. 'I just hope he's still in the throne room.' she thought as she ran out of her room.
At that same moment, Bardock was walking down the hall. He thought his plan was a good one. Even better than his demented sons plan of getting the king and Baja drunk. Sometimes that boy had an IQ of under 5, but he could be useful at times. He was so deep in thought, he hadn't noticed Baja running down the hall. That is...until they slammed into each other. 'Ouch! Hey watch where you're going you idi...Bardock? Is that you?' Baja asked as she opened her eyes. Bardock rubbed his bottom at the impact from the hard floor. Standing up, he growled angrily. Then he smiled. 'I'm fine Baja. Nothing's broken...except for my tail bone. I swear that king of ours had this floor put in here just so we would break something. Anyways, how are you feeling?' 'I'm fine...thank you. But I can't talk right now. I need to speak to Vegeta. Do you know if he's in the throne room right now?' 'The last time I talked to him he was. But that was an hour ago. He could be training right now. ' Bardock said as he watched Baja. As the young saiyan ran down the hall, she waved at Bardock. 'That was weird. I wonder what she's planning?' Bardock said as he scratch his head. Then he got an idea. Following Baja, Bardock watched as she entered the throne room and close the door. That was his chance to listen in some info. All right, so he was nosy. Who wouldn't be? This was great. Listening he heard Baja as she called out for Vegeta. 'Vegeta...I have to talk to you.' 'What for? think you already got your point across. Why come back?' 'Because I said I had to talk to you. It's important.' 'Baja, you a very nice young woman. But we need to get something straight. Nothing is more important than you leaving the palace. I've had enough. You can go back home to your parents.' 'But...' 'No buts. I'll send one of my guards to take you home.' As the king and Baja talked, Bardock listened, not believing what he was hearing. 'This is terrible. It's worse than I thought. I got to let the others know.'
A/N: Bardock is really nosy. Don't ya think?
Inside the throne room a very shocked and disappointed Baja stared at disbelief at Vegeta. 'You're not serious...are you?' she asked. Vegeta turned to look at her and nodded his head. 'I'm very serious. The way you acted when I told you about mine and Frieza's deal...it was not very queen like Baja. You should have known better.' 'Known better? You should have known better than to make such a deal in the first place! I can't believe you would stoop so low.' 'I had too!' 'And why is that?' 'Because I don't want anything to happen to this planet...or you. Baja how many times do I have to tell you this? I did it for your protection. Unless I follow Frieza and deliver what he wants, our whole planet will be destroyed. Everything you hold dear will be gone forever. As well as everything I hold dear.' 'What is that? What do you hold dear?' Baja asked. Vegeta smirked and loked at her. 'You...plain and simple.' Baja sat down and looked at the ground, her heart shattered. As the tears began to fall she shook her head. 'I'm sorry...' she said. Vegeta looked at her. 'You're sorry? About what?' 'About everything. The way I treated you. The way I acted when you told me about your deal with Frieza. Everything. Can you ever forgive me Vegeta?' Baja asked. Vegeta smiled, and took Baja into his arms. 'Of course I can. It's not everyday a low class stands up to the king.' he laughed. Baja frowned and shook her head. 'No, not low class. Not even elite.' she said. Vegeta thought for a moment and then nodded. 'You're right, not low class or elite. My queen.' he said as he kissed her.insert lemon here...cause I won't. use our imaginations.
A/N: Alright no more mushiness. I don't think my stomach can handle it.
Meanwhile Bardock had made his way back to the others to deliver the bad news. Or at least, what he thought was bad news. As he rounded the corner, Tara stopped him. 'Hey bro, where you running off to so fast?' she said as she stood in front of him. 'Can't talk now Tara. I gotta find you and Radditz and tell you both...wait. You're already here. Where's Radditz?' Tara frowned and shook her head at her brother. 'Bardock for a scientist, you sure can be stupid sometimes.' she said. Then she smiled. Taking her brother by the arm, she led him to the kitchen. Inside Radditz was eating away, with his mate sitting beside him. 'Radditz? Don't you think you've had enough? You look kind of bloated.' 'I'll say when I had enough woman. Now pass the salt.' 'Fine...here you pig.' Pepper sighed. Then she looked up and noticed Bardock and Tara. Smiling, she motioned for both of them to sit, which they both declined. 'No thanks...I don't think I can handle sitting beside Radditz. He might try to eat me.' Tara laughed. Bardock also laughed as they looked at Radditz, his mouth full and eyes questioning. 'Radditz! Swallow your food!' Pepper said in disgust. Tara and Bardock both laughed as Pepper smacked Radditz on the back of his head, making him almost choke. Almost an hour passed as all three tried to help him. 'That was a close one. Sorry about that hun. Didn't think one slap would have that much effect on you.' Pepper said sheepishly. Radditz growled but then smiled. Then he looked at his dad and aunt. 'So, what's the news old man. I know you've been snoopin' again. I can tell from the way your face looks.' Radditz said as he sat back in his chair. Bardock nodded his head and frowned. Then he spoke up. 'I over heard both King Vegeta and Baja talking again. He's sending her back home to her parents.' he said. 'HE'S WHAT?' all three stood in shock as they tried to grasp the concept. 'Are you positive Bardock?' Tara asked in disbelief. 'I'm positive Tara. I heard it with both my ears. He really is, and there's nothing none of us can do.' 'Hey old man, did you listen to everything?' Radditz asked. Bardock frowned and shook his head. 'No...I left as soon as I heard it. I thought you guys might have like to known.' he said. At that moment, both Baja and King Vegeta walked into the dining hall where the others were. Baja waved at them and smiled. Looking up at King Vegeta, she smiled. 'May I?' she asked. Vegeta nodded his head and smiled also. 'Of course...' he said. As Tara watched Baja walk over she looked up at Bardock. 'I thought you said he was getting rid of her.' 'I thought he was. That's what I heard.' 'Well then you idiot. If you insist on listening in others conversations, make sure you stay around to listen to the whole thing!' Tara said as she punched her brother. 'Oww sorry! Stop hitting me Tara! I said I was sorry! Stop it! You know if mom was still alive, she'd let you have it!' 'Oh stop your whining you baby and take it like a man.' Tara laughed as she punched Bardock one last time. Satisfied, she turned to Baja and smiled. 'Hey Baja, how are you?' 'I'm fine...just a little sore.' 'Sore? Where?' 'Oh well you know...umm...' Baja stuttered. Tara stared at her best friend, wide eyed and mouth opened. 'You mean? You and the king...' 'What? Did I do something wrong?' Baja asked, the fear evident in her voice. When Tara noticed, she smiled. 'No, you didn't do anything wrong Baja. In fact...I'm happy.' About what?' 'About you! I was hoping the rumors I heard where wrong.' 'What rumors?' 'The rumor about you being sent away...the one my dear brother started.' 'What?' Tara nodded and then explained to Baja everything. They would glance over at Bardock at times and shake their heads in disappointment. 'Great...I'm busted. I wonder if anyone else needs a snoop in the family.' Bardock said as he sat, defeated.
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The whole planet was in an uproar about the upcoming ceremony. Finally, after months of searching, their great king was going to have a queen. And what a queen. Baja was young as she was beautiful. And what beauty. Many of the other males grew jealous as they heard the news. But who were they to come between the king and his chosen mate? It was fate. That they were sure of. Inside the medical ward, Baja heard sounds of talking and laughter coming from another room. 'I wonder who's in there?' she asked herself. Here she was, stuck in bed while people were having a good time. If it hadn't been for Cauli, she would be in there, enjoying herself too. But nooo, the stupid witch had to go and almost kill her. Baja hated Cauli and was glad that the older saiyan had been killed. 'To bad it wasn't me who killed her.' she mused. 'I'd like to get back at that bitch.' 'I thought you were asleep?' Baja turned her head toward the doors and saw Radditz standing beside them with a look of amusement on his face. If the king himself hadn't chosen the small saiyan as his mate, then Radditz would have had her in a lip lock. But since the king and Baja were getting married, he couldn't. So instead, he just referred to her as a friend. 'I woke up to laughter. What's going on in there?' Baja asked as she tried to stand up. Radditz at that moment walked over to her and held out a hand to steady the girl. Baja took it and then stood up, but to both their surprises, stumbled and landed into Radditz arms. Radditz looked down at Baja and smiled. Then he bent down, intent on giving Baja a kiss she wouldn't soon forget. Baja looked up at him and noted what he was about to do. 'Oh god, he's going to kiss me! What about Pepper? She'll never forgive me if I give in!' Baja thought as Radditz made his way to her lips. Then she thought of something. Something she hoped would get him away from her like this. Turning her head Baja gave a half-hearted smile and then push the large male away. 'What are you doing? Don't you want this?' Radditz asked, confused. Baja turned and looked up at him. Not wanting to hurt his feelings A/N:Radditz? Feelings? Hmmm, someone must have drugged my coffee. He would never have any feelings. Oh well, he does in this story. Now as I was saying... Not wanting to hurt his feelings, Baja grabbed his hand. 'Radditz, you know you'll always have a special place in my heart, right? But you need to think about Pepper and the fact that I'm going to wedded to King Vegeta soon. If something happened, both of us would possibly be killed. I don't want anything to happen to you as well as myself. I hope you understand.' Radditz frowned but then nodded his head. 'I do...but I still wish you were mine. I've wished it ever since I first saw you. It's strange how some things just don't go as planned. Oh well, at least I have Pepper around, even if she is a loud mouth.' 'Now why would you ever say something like that? I thought you liked her?' Baja asked jokingly. 'I do...' Radditz was about to answer when a knock came. Forgetting about what he was about to say, he answered it. In front of him, a guard bowed low. 'Sir, King Vegeta wishes the presence of his future mate. He asked me to bring her to the throne room.' he said. Baja smiled and then nodded. 'Tell him I'll be there shortly. I just need to do something first.' she said. With that, the guard left. 'What do you need to do?' Radditz asked suspiciously. 'I need to find something to wear. I'm not going to go see the king dressed like this!' Baja laughed. Radditz frowned but then laughed too as he helped her find something nice to wear.
Inside the throne room a very agitated King Vegeta paced around in the throne room, uncertainty in his mind. How could he have agreed to something like this? Why didn't he stand his ground when the order came to him? Yelling in anger, he punched one of the walls in front of him, leaving a very large dent.. 'Of all things! How could that pesky little lizard force me to give up something that has not been born yet?' he yelled to no one in particular. His mind raced with thoughts of the last few days when Baja was still in recovery.
That morning hadn't been going well for King Vegeta. As he trained with some of his elites, he wasn't focused and he found himself losing spars that he could easily win. Just days ago, he had met with someone who even drew the fear from his eyes. Lord Frieza had come to visit the Planet Vegeta, on some personal matters. He had met with the King and talked about some sort of peace treaty. But this treaty came with a price. He would only spare the planet if the King gave him something in return. And that something was just a dream right now in the king's eyes. King Vegeta thought back to that day and frowned. The harshness of Frieza's tone as he told him exactly what he wanted. The fear clutching at his throat as he tried to answer.
*Flash Back: 2 days ago*
'I heard that you are to be taking on someone as your queen. Well I must say, this is a surprise.' Frieza said as he helped himself to some wine set before him. 'That is correct. I met her only a few months ago.' 'Well then, why don't we sign a peace treaty? It's my way of showing my congratulations to you and your new queen. By the way, how powerful is she? I know that you would never marry any weaklings. It's not like you.' Frieza asked. Vegeta looked at him and nodded. 'Her power level has been determined at 500 when she is calm, but over 5,000 when she's extremely angry.' he smiled. 'Over 5,000? That is a good thing. And how long do you plan to keep this one?' 'As long as I live Lord Frieza. Do not ask me to give her up.' 'I wasn't going too. But since you both have extensive amounts of energy, I reckon you will have powerful offspring as well. Am I right?' 'That is what I hope for. I need someone strong enough to rule in my place when my time has come to an end.' 'Really? Well my friend. I will sign this peace treaty if you will promise me the one thing I greatly desire.' 'And what is that, my Lord?' 'You're first born child. You may keep him until he is old enough to be trained and taught. Until then, I wouldn't get so attached. And your queen had better not neither. Because if you make this promise, then go back on your word, I will destroy your pathetic planet in one millisecond. Do I make myself clear?' Frieza said as looked at Vegeta. The king stared and then slowly nodded. 'Yes, my Lord. As you wish...' 'Excellent! I will return in just two days to sign my half. And Vegeta, don't forget.' Frieza laughed as he left a very tense king in the throne room.
*End FlashBack*
'Sire. Baja is here. As you ordered.' Vegeta opened his eyes and looked up at the guard who he had sent just 30 minutes ago to retrieve his soon-to-be-bride. He was looking down at him with a puzzled look on his face, tying to figure out why his king was on the floor. 'Very well, you may leave now. That is all.' 'As you wish.' Vegeta watched the guard leave and then stood up. Brushing himself off, he went to his throne and sat down. 'You wished to see me, my Lord?' Baja said as she bowed. 'Yes. I sent for you on some personal matters. We are to have a visitor today Baja. I want you to be around when he comes.' 'If I may ask sire, who is coming?' Vegeta looked at her and then nodded. It was his way of telling her that the question was alright by him. 'Someone by the name of Lord Frieza. He is to sign a peace treaty with our planet in exchange for one small thing.' 'And what would that be?' Baja gasped as she looked at the king. 'Surely he doesn't plan to give me away? Have I done something wrong? Am I being punished for all those times I fought the guards?' Baja thought in a panic. Sensing her anxiety, Vegeta smirked. 'Don't be silly woman. Lord Frieza doesn't want you. He just wants something else. But what that something is, I cannot say.' Baja stopped trembling and looked at him. Smiling in relief she sighed. 'Thank the heavens. I was just getting used to being around you. I don't think I could handle being pawned off to someone else I hardly know.' 'You've been here for at least five months and you still act as though you don't know me? You're a strange girl Baja.' 'I know you well enough my King. Now, when will this Lord Frieza arrive? With his majesties permission, I would like to prepare a feast in Lord Frieza's honor.' ':Later tonight. And you have my permission. Just don't go ruining the food and trying to put poison in it.' 'Why would I do that? I may be evil and conniving, but I'm not a murderer. I'll save that for those who are below me.' 'Spoken like a true queen. I see great things in your future. You are dismissed.' Vegeta waved Baja off. Bowing, the young saiyan left.
In the kitchen, one of the royal cooks was checking a pot of stew that he had simmering on the stove. If it wasn't a dark brown and greasy looking, one would say it probably tasted better than it looked. The stench of rotted meat hung in the air and so did burning flesh. Possibly, if one wanted to, they could bottle the smell and use it as a massive knockout gas on their opponent. The smell was strong enough to even put the mightiest warriors on their back. At that moment Baja came into the kitchen. Covering her nose quickly she gasped. Coughing from the horrible stench, she ran over a window and opened it. 'What are you trying to do? Kill everyone in the palace? Crack a window!' she said as she opened the nearest window. 'I'm sorry. I told Isa to do it, but he just walked out. And besides, why would you care? You don't even need to be in here. This is for royal members.' the cook said sarcastically. Baja narrowed her eyes and looked at him. At that moment, her small friend Tara walked in. When she saw Baja, Tara quickly bowed. 'Your highness! What are you doing here?' she asked without looking up. Baja frowned and then smiled. 'Tara, did you forget? I won't become queen until the next full moon. I missed the last one remember. I only came of age.' Baja said as she helped her friend up. 'Also, call me Baja from now on. Your highness makes me sound like an old woman.' she laughed. At that moment, the cook who had been listening, interrupted their conversation. 'Tara, who is this girl? And why is she in my kitchen?' he asked. 'Don't you know anything Gage, this is King Vegeta's fiance. She's going to be our new queen.' Tara said proudly . The fact that her best friend was to be queen made the young girls heart soar. Ever since she first met the older girl, she always had inconsiderable amount of respect for her. And if Baja wished to be called by her first name, that was what she would be called. Also, she knew that she would be by Baja's side as her most trusted friend forever. 'So, what are you doing here?' Tara asked. 'I have special permission from King Vegeta to make something special for Lord Frieza's visit...' With the mention of Frieza's name, both the cook and Tara backed away. This action caused Baja to cock her head to the side, confused. Was there something she needed to know about this strange alien that King Vegeta had not told her? 'Tara? Is there something wrong?' she asked. The girl just shook her head and gave a half-hearted smile. For some reason, she couldn't bring herself to tell Baja the true nature of Frieza. She had learned it years ago, with the sudden death of her parents. She hated talking about that fateful day, especially to those who might not believe her. Once she had tried to tell King Vegeta himself but he just dismissed her, not believing a word she said. And now, her best friend wanted to know more about Frieza. What could she do? She was stricken with terror of the single mention of his name. Even the cook paled, unable to grasp what the young soon-to-be-queen had said. 'You're kidding? You're actually going to cook something for that tyrant's visit?' he asked in complete shock. Baja nodded her head, not quite grasping the facts. This was the second time she had heard about a 'Tyrant'. First it was her parent's talking about King Vegeta. Baja soon learned that both of them were wrong about him. The king could be as caring and generous as anyone, if given the chance. And now Frieza was considered a tyrant as well? How many supposed 'Tyrant's' would she be meeting? 'You're a brave girl. No one in their right minds would do something nice for Frieza. Unless they were threatened. You must have a lot of guts to do something so foolish. But, if you wish to do so, I can't stop you. Just be careful. Even those who tame the lion will be killed in the end.'
A/N: Okay, is it just me or did that sound totally corny? I swear someone drugged my coffee.
For the rest of the day, before Frieza showed up, Baja remained in the kitchen. She was determined to put the falsehoods of the rumors to rest. A little while ago she had met up with a few other cooks who were also shocked to find a young female cooking. But they quickly stopped all questions after Gage explained who she was and what she was doing. Even they talked about how it was stupid for the young saiyan to do something nice for Frieza. And that even included getting a lecture from Tara's own brother and nephew. Bardock and Radditz both told her to stop all the nonsense and go straight to her room. She was to lock herself in and wait out the visit until Frieza left. 'It was for her own safety.' they had told her. But safety or none, Baja was dead set on making a good impression on both her king and Frieza. Hours passed and Baja still cooked. She cooked all the foods that she had made for her parents while she still lived at home. God how she missed them. She had only seen a few glimpses of her father as he left to purge other planets with the other saiyans warriors. She hadn't seen her mother ever since she last saw her walking out of the palace, all those months ago. But she knew she would never have the time to visit them. Not with everything going on. And so, putting her parent's in the back of her mind, Baja finished the last course for her feast.
A/N: I'm not even going to go into detail of what she cooked. You have to use your imaginations for that one. ^_^
That night, Baja had gotten her first look at Frieza. The little pink alien gave her the willies. He stared at her the entire time he was there, and it almost made her get up and leave the dining hall. Of course, Vegeta had seen all of this and turned to get Frieza's attention. 'And so my Lord. As you now may know, several planets have been destroyed, just as you wished.' he said. This got Frieza's attention all right. 'And I am very pleased at the results. Except for that last one. What was called again? Planet Kitona? I thought even a bunch of low class could take care of that planet in just under nine days. I'm disappointed Vegeta. I hoped you did what was right and punished them for being so weak. I do not like sending my own men to finish up what should have been done days ago.' 'My Lord is right. I'm very sorry about the misfortune. I punished all of them, just as you wished. They will never mess up again.' 'That is good. Now, getting back to the treaty. On what day to you plan to take Baja here as a mate? I must know so I can set a date for my next arrival.' 'During the next full moon.' 'Very well, after five years, I will return to claim what is mine. Now, since I have signed, you and Baja will also have to sign.'
Frieza smiled as he handed a small piece of paper over to Vegeta. Looking it over, the king nodded and signed his name to it. Then he handed it to Baja, who signed as well. After that, Frieza smiled, gave Baja credit on a feast well prepared, and then left leaving Baja to ponder over what he meant by returning in the next five years. Vegeta sighed as he watched the nasty little pink alien known as Frieza leave his dining hall. Now it was time to explain to Baja the real reason for his visit. 'Baja, I have a confession to make. Lord Frieza didn't visit just to sign a peace treaty. We also made a deal with each other. I just want you to know that I did it for your safety, as well as the planets.' 'Really? So I didn't have to break my back by cooking him a feast?' she laughed. 'No, that's not the reason. He enjoyed your cooking as well as myself. Now I can fully understand why I chose you. But let's not discuss that. The deal I made with him will possibly shock and anger you to no end, and I feel guilty for even agreeing on it.' 'Well then...' Vegeta sighed again and faced his soon-to-be-bride. 'Why does it have to be this way? I know for a fact that Baja will be wanting to keep our soon-to-be-child. Why did I ever give in?' he thought. Baja looked at him and frowned. 'You did agree to let him have me? Didn't you?' she asked, the anger evident in her voice. 'No you silly girl. Just our first born son. In order to protect this planet and you, I made a deal with him by giving up our first born.'
That did it. Baja opened her eyes wide and stared in disbelief by what he had just told her.
'YOU WHAT?! HOW COULD YOU DO SUCH A THING? VEGETA THAT'S NOT EVEN FAIR! DON'T I EVEN HAVE A SAY IN THIS MATTER!' she yelled. Several saiyans passing the dining hall cringed in terror at the shrillness and anger in Baja's voice. Most stopped to listen, but decide that their deaths would come to soon and left. Baja was on the verge of tears as Vegeta explained the entire situation to her. How could he? Of all the things she wanted now that she had agreed to be his mate. At that moment, nothing but hatred for the king filled her mind. 'Don't start with the tears wench! I did it in order to protect you and this planet! How many times do I have to mention that?!' 'I DON'T CARE ABOUT MY SAFETY VEGETA! I'D RATHER DIE THAN TO LET SOME FREAK GET HIS HANDS ON SOMETHING THAT IS RIGHTFULLY MINE!' Baja yelled. Inside, her heart had shattered at the news. Vegeta on the other hand was getting upset. Standing up he walked over to Baja and forcefully jerked her from her seat. 'WOULD YOU RATHER DIE? IS THAT WHAT YOU WANT? LORD FRIEZA HAS PROMISED SOMETHING TO US THAT NO ONE CAN TAKE AWAY! THE DESTRUCTION OF THIS PLANET WOULD END OUR ENTIRE RACE BAJA! I DID WHAT I HAD TO DO, EVEN AT THE EXPENSE OF OTHERS! DO YOU THINK I'M PROUD BY WHAT I HAVE DONE?' At that moment Vegeta stopped. Letting go of Baja, he turned and walked back to his place at the table. 'What have I done?' he thought. Putting his head in his hands, he shook his head. 'Of all things...I ruined Baja's dreams for a happy lifetime.' Without looking up he told Baja to leave while he thought of something. Baja was more than happy to leave and stood up. Without even a bow or a single word, she stomped off to leave the king with his thoughts.
Later...
'I heard yelling in the dining hall. Baja did Frieza did something to you didn't he?' Bardock asked as he tried to comfort his small friend. 'I tried to warn you Baja. Frieza isn't someone you should trust...' 'And neither is our king! Bardock I appreciate what you are doing, but I would like to be let alone now if you don't mind. I have some things I want to think about.'
Baja said solemnly. 'Of course...as you wish. But if you need someone to talk to, don't hesitate to ask.' 'I won't and thank you.' the young saiyan said without looking up. How could the one man she loved hurt her so much with such a deal? Didn't her own happiness come before those of others? Suddenly Baja perked up. Smiling from ear to ear she got an idea. What if their first born turned out to be female? Vegeta couldn't give Frieza that. Or could he? The young female pondered for a moment and then smiled again. Of course not! Frieza specifically asked for their first born son...not daughter. 'Perhaps it won't turn out so bad.' she thought, 'That is...if we have a daughter.'
another A/N: Wow! I have several A/N now...YAY for me! And this time, no one drugged my coffee! Sorry, it's late and I'm kinda hyper. Now as I was going to say...Could it have been possible that Vegeta had a sister? Maybe even a brother? Hmmm, inquiring minds want to know. I think so...maybe. Oh who cares, on with the story.
Several days had passed without a single word to Vegeta from Baja. Each time she passed him in the halls she would ignore him. When they ate dinner together she would sit as far away from him as possible. Not a single day went by where she thought of nasty little remarks to call him. Sometimes she wouldn't even look at him. All this time Vegeta had tried to apologize, but she just gave him the cold shoulder. Everyone grew worried. What if they had a falling out? The planet would be left without a queen and Vegeta would probably end up killing her. Bardock, Radditz and Tara had tried to talk to her about it, but Baja just shook her head. 'Not until he makes me a deal. He seems to like that more than anything else.' she would tell them. In silence, the others would leave, defeated. How could they have put so much trust in one single girl. A/N: Ok, if anyone has been reading this, I kinda go from calling Baja girl, or woman. And with King Vegeta...It's either King Vegeta or just Vegeta. I get sick of writing just one thing to call them, so I go back and forth. Get it? Got it? Good.
'Maybe we were wrong about her?' Tara told Bardock as they walked out of Baja's room. Ever since she had become angry with King Vegeta, Baja had little time to talk to her friends, and even less time to be with them. Before the whole mess between her and the king they were
always together. 'I don't think so Tara. Baja's just angry. I'd be angry too if I found out my own mate was giving up one of our offspring.' 'What? Where did you here this from Bardock?' 'A while back when they were arguing. I overheard them talking about it.' 'You mean you ease dropped don't you?' Radditz smirked, 'Good one old man. Didn't think you had it in you.' 'I didn't ease drop you twit. I just happened to be passing by and I overheard them, that's all. And I'm not old! I'm just as young as you.' 'Right...umm dad, exactly how old are you?' 'I don't know...I lost count years ago. But that doesn't matter now. We have to figure out a way of keeping those two together.' 'And how are we suppose to do that Bardock? Super glue them both to their chairs and demand they stop fighting? Great idea oh genius one. I didn't think you could come up with such a daring plan.' Tara smirked. If it was one thing she like about her brother and nephew, it was their ability to think of stupid stuff in drastic times. Of course, she would never let them know. Bardock looked at his younger sister and frowned. 'No, I wasn't thinking about that. I was thinking of something else to do. Something they wouldn't expect. Like locking them both in the throne room and not letting them leave until they apologized to each other. King Vegeta for making the deal and Baja for being so hard on him. She didn't have the right to jump down his throat.' Bardock said as he looked at Tara angrily. Suddenly Radditz got an idea. Turning to face his dad and aunt, he smiled. 'Hey I got it!'
'Got what?' both Tara and Bardock asked. 'What if we get them both really drunk? I mean really, really drunk...They could...' Before he finished, Tara smacked him upside the head. 'Grow up you idiot. If we got them drunk, there would be no telling what they would do to each other. I swear I'm surrounded by morons. I suggest we let those two figure out their own way of making up. We don't need to be prying in their business.' she said. Both guys just stared at her and nodded their heads.
Baja sat sadly on her bed, not knowing what to do. Her king had betrayed her, but yet for the whole time she sat there she couldn't help but wonder if he did do it to save her. Vegeta was a stubborn man and wouldn't give in to anything so drastic. But yet he had made a deal with a devil. A pink scary devil. Baja shuddered. Those eyes. The way he would stare at her. It gave Baja goose bumps just thinking about it. Frieza seemed to be what everyone had told her. He was a tyrant. A tyrant who would get the one thing she wanted ever since she found herself with Vegeta. The only think she wanted more of than anything in the world. But...was it worth it all? Could Frieza really destroy their planet? Her mind overflowed with thoughts of herself and Vegeta giving up their precious child to the devil. Her beloved planet being destroy if they didn't. Baja wanted to scream out in frustration. She was caught in between a battle. On one side, safety. The other side...complete extinction of her race. Closing her eyes, she tried to think. 'Should I forgive him?' she thought. 'He did what was right...even if I don't agree.' Screaming in anger, Baja pounded her head with her fists. Then she stopped. 'I have to forgive him. I understand why he did it. It's because the safety of our race is important to him. And if he did it to save me...could it mean that he loves me?' Baja sighed. Then she smiled. 'I just hope he's still in the throne room.' she thought as she ran out of her room.
At that same moment, Bardock was walking down the hall. He thought his plan was a good one. Even better than his demented sons plan of getting the king and Baja drunk. Sometimes that boy had an IQ of under 5, but he could be useful at times. He was so deep in thought, he hadn't noticed Baja running down the hall. That is...until they slammed into each other. 'Ouch! Hey watch where you're going you idi...Bardock? Is that you?' Baja asked as she opened her eyes. Bardock rubbed his bottom at the impact from the hard floor. Standing up, he growled angrily. Then he smiled. 'I'm fine Baja. Nothing's broken...except for my tail bone. I swear that king of ours had this floor put in here just so we would break something. Anyways, how are you feeling?' 'I'm fine...thank you. But I can't talk right now. I need to speak to Vegeta. Do you know if he's in the throne room right now?' 'The last time I talked to him he was. But that was an hour ago. He could be training right now. ' Bardock said as he watched Baja. As the young saiyan ran down the hall, she waved at Bardock. 'That was weird. I wonder what she's planning?' Bardock said as he scratch his head. Then he got an idea. Following Baja, Bardock watched as she entered the throne room and close the door. That was his chance to listen in some info. All right, so he was nosy. Who wouldn't be? This was great. Listening he heard Baja as she called out for Vegeta. 'Vegeta...I have to talk to you.' 'What for? think you already got your point across. Why come back?' 'Because I said I had to talk to you. It's important.' 'Baja, you a very nice young woman. But we need to get something straight. Nothing is more important than you leaving the palace. I've had enough. You can go back home to your parents.' 'But...' 'No buts. I'll send one of my guards to take you home.' As the king and Baja talked, Bardock listened, not believing what he was hearing. 'This is terrible. It's worse than I thought. I got to let the others know.'
A/N: Bardock is really nosy. Don't ya think?
Inside the throne room a very shocked and disappointed Baja stared at disbelief at Vegeta. 'You're not serious...are you?' she asked. Vegeta turned to look at her and nodded his head. 'I'm very serious. The way you acted when I told you about mine and Frieza's deal...it was not very queen like Baja. You should have known better.' 'Known better? You should have known better than to make such a deal in the first place! I can't believe you would stoop so low.' 'I had too!' 'And why is that?' 'Because I don't want anything to happen to this planet...or you. Baja how many times do I have to tell you this? I did it for your protection. Unless I follow Frieza and deliver what he wants, our whole planet will be destroyed. Everything you hold dear will be gone forever. As well as everything I hold dear.' 'What is that? What do you hold dear?' Baja asked. Vegeta smirked and loked at her. 'You...plain and simple.' Baja sat down and looked at the ground, her heart shattered. As the tears began to fall she shook her head. 'I'm sorry...' she said. Vegeta looked at her. 'You're sorry? About what?' 'About everything. The way I treated you. The way I acted when you told me about your deal with Frieza. Everything. Can you ever forgive me Vegeta?' Baja asked. Vegeta smiled, and took Baja into his arms. 'Of course I can. It's not everyday a low class stands up to the king.' he laughed. Baja frowned and shook her head. 'No, not low class. Not even elite.' she said. Vegeta thought for a moment and then nodded. 'You're right, not low class or elite. My queen.' he said as he kissed her.insert lemon here...cause I won't. use our imaginations.
A/N: Alright no more mushiness. I don't think my stomach can handle it.
Meanwhile Bardock had made his way back to the others to deliver the bad news. Or at least, what he thought was bad news. As he rounded the corner, Tara stopped him. 'Hey bro, where you running off to so fast?' she said as she stood in front of him. 'Can't talk now Tara. I gotta find you and Radditz and tell you both...wait. You're already here. Where's Radditz?' Tara frowned and shook her head at her brother. 'Bardock for a scientist, you sure can be stupid sometimes.' she said. Then she smiled. Taking her brother by the arm, she led him to the kitchen. Inside Radditz was eating away, with his mate sitting beside him. 'Radditz? Don't you think you've had enough? You look kind of bloated.' 'I'll say when I had enough woman. Now pass the salt.' 'Fine...here you pig.' Pepper sighed. Then she looked up and noticed Bardock and Tara. Smiling, she motioned for both of them to sit, which they both declined. 'No thanks...I don't think I can handle sitting beside Radditz. He might try to eat me.' Tara laughed. Bardock also laughed as they looked at Radditz, his mouth full and eyes questioning. 'Radditz! Swallow your food!' Pepper said in disgust. Tara and Bardock both laughed as Pepper smacked Radditz on the back of his head, making him almost choke. Almost an hour passed as all three tried to help him. 'That was a close one. Sorry about that hun. Didn't think one slap would have that much effect on you.' Pepper said sheepishly. Radditz growled but then smiled. Then he looked at his dad and aunt. 'So, what's the news old man. I know you've been snoopin' again. I can tell from the way your face looks.' Radditz said as he sat back in his chair. Bardock nodded his head and frowned. Then he spoke up. 'I over heard both King Vegeta and Baja talking again. He's sending her back home to her parents.' he said. 'HE'S WHAT?' all three stood in shock as they tried to grasp the concept. 'Are you positive Bardock?' Tara asked in disbelief. 'I'm positive Tara. I heard it with both my ears. He really is, and there's nothing none of us can do.' 'Hey old man, did you listen to everything?' Radditz asked. Bardock frowned and shook his head. 'No...I left as soon as I heard it. I thought you guys might have like to known.' he said. At that moment, both Baja and King Vegeta walked into the dining hall where the others were. Baja waved at them and smiled. Looking up at King Vegeta, she smiled. 'May I?' she asked. Vegeta nodded his head and smiled also. 'Of course...' he said. As Tara watched Baja walk over she looked up at Bardock. 'I thought you said he was getting rid of her.' 'I thought he was. That's what I heard.' 'Well then you idiot. If you insist on listening in others conversations, make sure you stay around to listen to the whole thing!' Tara said as she punched her brother. 'Oww sorry! Stop hitting me Tara! I said I was sorry! Stop it! You know if mom was still alive, she'd let you have it!' 'Oh stop your whining you baby and take it like a man.' Tara laughed as she punched Bardock one last time. Satisfied, she turned to Baja and smiled. 'Hey Baja, how are you?' 'I'm fine...just a little sore.' 'Sore? Where?' 'Oh well you know...umm...' Baja stuttered. Tara stared at her best friend, wide eyed and mouth opened. 'You mean? You and the king...' 'What? Did I do something wrong?' Baja asked, the fear evident in her voice. When Tara noticed, she smiled. 'No, you didn't do anything wrong Baja. In fact...I'm happy.' About what?' 'About you! I was hoping the rumors I heard where wrong.' 'What rumors?' 'The rumor about you being sent away...the one my dear brother started.' 'What?' Tara nodded and then explained to Baja everything. They would glance over at Bardock at times and shake their heads in disappointment. 'Great...I'm busted. I wonder if anyone else needs a snoop in the family.' Bardock said as he sat, defeated.
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