Note: What to say, what to say? Well at this time I have absolutely NO idea what's going to happen next in this story, but now worries! I'm off from school now so I SHOULD have plenty of free time to write. BTW, I was asked why they didn't sense Videl, well it's simple. They were having fun, and were at a party. They let their guards down, but only against small Kis. Videl might be strong by normal human standards, but she's not strong enough to be really noticed. She's "flying under the radar" so to speak. Anyway, enjoy Chapter 9!
Disclaimer: I own a PS2, a computer, and the clothes on my back. However much I want to own DBZ, I don't so… DON'T SUE!!
Due to my very unpolished writing skills, there will undoubtedly be some OOC moments in this story, and all I can say is I'm sorry!
"Wow, this is unexpected. What are you doing back Mirai?" Gohan said as he helped Mirai out of the time machine. Mirai stood and turned to face his friends.
"Well, it's been about a year in my time, and I've defeated the androids. I really just wanted to see how things had turned out here in the long run. From the looks of things I'd say things turned out pretty well." Gohan grinned.
"Yep, in seven years not a single thing has happened. But there's a few things I should warn you about…" Mirai nodded and followed Gohan towards the bushes away from the rest of the group. Mirai noticed the tail waving slowly behind his friend.
"Your tail grew back? There's no moon is there?" Gohan smiled.
"No, well not yet anyway. Dende's gotten it in his head to bring the stupid thing back. Well I told Piccolo to make it where I won't change, cause I'll blow it up if I have to." Mirai laughed.
"I'll bet you will." The duo finally reached the bushes, not noticing a small shadow within the branches. "So, what is it you wanted to tell me?"
"Well, we haven't had any problems in the past few years, but there are a couple of things you should know about." Mirai nodded for Gohan to continue. "First off, #18 isn't a bad guy here. She's actually on our side, and besides that she's married to Krillin, and even had a kid with him." Mirai's mouth fell open at this startling revelation, the thought of 18 being good was a scenario that was next to impossible for him, but if Gohan said she was good, who was he to argue? "Also the other big thing you should know about is about a year after you left my brother was born. You've never met him. He's best friends with young Trunks." Mirai grinned.
"I wish I had gotten to have a friend my age growing up. All I got was my mom and sensei. Shall we rejoin the group? I've got some catching up to do." Gohan nodded.
"Sure! Lets get…" He was cut off by a sudden raindrop splashing down on his nose. "Ah shoot. It's starting to rain. We'd all better get inside to continue the party." Mirai nodded, and the two jogged toward the back door of the Capsule Corp.
'Oh no! It's starting to rain! Now I'll never get to see what happens next… But I did get some information about him, but none of it really adds up.' Videl stood up from her hiding place as soon as the partygoers were out of site. Looking around to make sure nobody saw her she ran from the building to find a place to launch her helicopter in order to get out of the steadily increasing downpour. 'He has a tail, knows a green man, and a guy who appears out of nowhere, and seems to have been gone a while. Gohan said he hadn't met his little brother so that means this new guy must have been gone about 8 or 7 years judging by how old the little kid seems to be… Wait a second… One of the guys from the Cell Games was dressed like this new guy, but it couldn't be the same guy! Their hair doesn't match and he wouldn't be this young, he'd be in his 20s not teens… What the hell is up with Gohan and his friends anyway??' Videl shook her head in disbelief, reached into her pocket and uncapsulated her copter. She climbed in, sot one last glare at the Capsule Corp., and thus took off towards her home.
"Mirai Trunks! Well this is certainly a surprise!" Bulma grinned as she set a tray of drinks down on a nearby coffee table. "What brings you back to our world? Not another problem I hope." Mirai smiled at his mother.
"Nope. After getting back to my world I made short work of 17 and 18 thanks to my time training here… Uh, no offence 18." 18 gave a small smirk.
"None taken." Mirai smiled.
"Well anyway, soon afterwards Imperfect Cell showed up, and while he wasn't as strong as the one you fought Gohan, He was still pretty tough." Gohan nodded.
"Well, be that as it may, defeating Cell of any stage is quite an accomplishment."
"Yep sure is, now then my Bulma is currently in the process of building a spaceship to take us to New Namic to wish everybody back with their Dragon Balls, so I decided to take the time to make sure that this little world I created didn't go completely haywire." The group all shared a small laugh at the comment. Suddenly Krillin jumped up off the couch.
"Hey guys, I got an idea! To celebrate the return of our friend Mirai Trunks, lets compete in the 25th Tenkaichi Budokai. You know, for old times sake!" Gohan grinned.
"Great idea Krillin! I've never gotten the chance to compete in the Tenkaichi Budokai. It'll be fun."
"OH NO YOU DON'T SON GOHAN!" His face visibly fell. "You've got school then!"
"Oh come on ma! I already learned everything they have to teach! This school thing is a big waste of time, and you know it!"
"Well, I guess you could miss a little school. But just as soon as this Budokai nonsense is over, it's back to the books you go! You still have to finish out this semester though! You can start your training after this week." Gohan rolled his eyes.
"Aright ma. If you say so." 'I guess that's the best I could've hoped for.'
Well, if you guys are joining up, I guess there's no reason I shouldn't. Count me in too! Gohan's eyes widened 3 sizes, and his mouth hit the floor.
"Da…da…dad? Is that you? Is it really you??!!"
Yep, sure is Gohan! It's great to talk to ya again! Gohan gave the largest grin he could muster.
"This is great! I can't believe it! You're coming home?" Goku's voice laughed inside everyone's heads.
Sure am! It's been getting kinda lonely up here these past few years, so I've changed my mind. The day before the Budokai, I want you guys to wish me back. Bulma jumped out of her seat grinning like there was no tomorrow.
"You got it Goku! You'll be back faster than you can turn around!"
I will? I thought it would be in 7 weeks… Gohan laughed.
"I was just a figure of speech dad. We'll see you in seven weeks."
"Goku? Is it really you Goku??" Chi Chi's eyes were filled with unshed tears, her mind unwilling to even dare hope that her Goku could possibly be coming back to her.
Yes it's me Chi. I'm looking forward to seeing you again most of all. Goodbye everybody! See you then! As his voice faded in their heads, a lasting feeling of joy rested in their hearts.
"Humph. It's about time Kakarott came back. Now I'll finally have someone decent to spar with." Gohan gave Vegeta a mock glare.
"What are you talking about? You know I can kick your butt, your highness." Vegeta glowered at Gohan for a moment before grabbing Mirai's arm.
"Come along brat. It's time to see how far you've progressed these few years." Mirai mangnged a small wave towards his friends before he was dragged off to the GR to see how much he had improved since his last visit.
'Wow, what a day! This is great!! Dad's coming back and I'll get to compete in the Tenkaichi Budokai. Life couldn't get any better than this.'
Well, not the best chapter in the world, but it's ok. Aright then, next time we start into Gohan's last week of school before leaving to train, and some more stuff. lol Sorry this took so long, but I had some things to come up. My dad just got back from the hospital about 2 days ago after going in for a by-pass surgery. So as you can guess, that kinda ate into my computer time. He's doing great and I'm really glad! :-D Please review my story, if you have any constructive criticism I'd be happy to have it. Also, I'm going to start up a mailing list, so if you want on it send me an e-mail at DBZFan345@hotmail.com. Seeya all next time!
--Strange things in DB and DBZ—
1: King Kai knows everything that happens in his section of the universe, correct? Then why did he lie to Goku about have really happened to the saiyan homeworld? He said it's god caused the meteors to destroy it when you later find out it was Freeza who blasted it from space. Odd.