Disclaimer: I sadly don't own Dragonball or any of its contents (except for the action figures) and I do not own Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (storyline) or any song lyrics mentioned throughout this fic.
Something Happens in My Heart
Written by the somewhat infamous Goku's Daughter
Chapter Six: Stupefy
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Tere Ghar Aaya,
Maein Aaya Tujhko Lene
Dilke Badle Mein,
Dilka Nazrana Dene
I've come to your doorsteps
I've come to take you away
I've come to
Exchange my heart for yours…
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Videl walked outside with a calm, collected smile on her face. She was quite proud of how things were going…and quite surprised how well behaved most of these pre-teens were. Finally able to take a small break from…everything, she decided to take a small walk the camp's small boardwalk. That is when something caught her eye.
"Goten, what are you doing out here, catching fish and eating them, in the middle of the night?"
Goten looked up innocently and grinned. Picking up a piece he asked, "You want some?"
She shook her head and sat down beside him. "I almost forgot again how much Saiyans can eat."
When he was able to, he chuckled.
"So are you having fun so far?"
He nodded.
"Don't you miss your mothe—er…I'm sorry…I forgot…"
He almost choked on his food. When he gulped it down, he looked at her. "How were you supposed to know if you weren't even there?"
Her head hanged down.
"I mean it's not your fault or anything…"
She then looked up at him. "For what it's worth…I bet Chichi would be proud of you right now. You're handsome, cute, caring, nice…and all those sweet things in between."
He smiled. "Well I certainly hope I am…but I bet I didn't get that from my mother…"
Her
smile faded—and then she laughed. "Probably not!"
He joined in but soon he
halted with a thought in mind. "I probably get it from my father, right?"
She shrugged. "I never met your father."
"But you know Gohan?"
That name was too stuck in her throat that if she said it her voice would sound raspy. "Yeah—I know your brother."
He looked up her for an answer.
She made a small, uncertain smile. "I'm sure you know your brother is great and from what I remember he was like his mother in various ways. Dedicated, greatly spirited, smart, annoying at times…but Gohan was different than her because of his strength, his gentleness. He also could be very naïve, which most thought was cute…and had many other qualities that Chichi lacked of. I know he must have gotten that from his father…your father… and you know what? Your just the same."
Goten frowned, but then smiled after hearing her last line.
"I heard many stories of your father saving the world and what not. I heard from Gohan that he was caring, strong, a wonderful guy and Chichi mentioned that he was handsome. And the ironic part of that was you were a spitting image of him when you were younger."
"Now I look like Gohan, don't I?"
She shrugged. "Well now you're taking the image of that 11 year old Gohan who saved the world from Cell… either way it's all good."
Goten smiled at her… Talking to Videl…and getting everything out in the opened felt…good. And for once in his life he trusted another female either than his mother. Wow—one week spending with Videl can do wonders!
But there was one more thing…
For once in his life he felt good talking about his parents…especially hearing about his father…
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The girl looked at him with great disbelief. "You want me to do what?" she repeated, staring at them with her dark, ebony eyes.
"Come on! Just drink it—or at least pretend you're sick! We need Videl to take your part!"
"Why?" the feisty girl snapped.
Trunks looked at Goten, then back at the girl. Damn, she was impossible, but he had no other choice but to include her in the 'mission', even though she was oblivious to it all. "Come on Lita*! Can't you do us this little favour?!" Trunks would never imagine that he would ever have to beg to a girl.
She frowned, looking at the calm, naïve boy, then back at the snappy, impatient boy. She let out an exasperated sigh, raking her fingers through her curly hair. "I know you two are up to something. If you tell me, then I'll help you."
Trunks frowned and instantly looked at Goten. Surprisingly Goten didn't show much negative emotion. Soon his friend smiled.
"Fine, I'll tell you…but you must promise that Videl will play your part, deal?"
Lita's ebony eyes twinkled as she gave them a smile. Her well-curved body rested against the countertop with a smug look on her face. Brushing a coiled strand to the side, she smirked. "Deal."
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After many exhausting hours of preparation, today was finally the day to set his plan into action. Trunks could hardly contain his excitement since a little over a week was finally over. "I can't believe it Goten!"
Goten, on the other hand, wasn't too ecstatic. He was very worried about the plan—especially if it'd work… He whispered in a low voice, "What if something goes wrong…"
Trunks smiled coolly. "Goten, don't worry. Why did we spend so much of our time planning?"
Goten almost snarled. "What if Gohan hates Videl? What if he didn't forgive Videl for leaving him? What if Videl doesn't want to see Gohan?"
Trunks squeezed the younger boy's arms and smiled warmly. "From what I heard, Gohan and Videl were tight…they were best friends… When I was stuck watching soaps with my mother, love is 'supposedly' the strongest thing and everything is alright in the end. So don't sweat it."
Goten crossed his arms over his chest. "Time can change a lot of things."
Before Trunks could retort to Goten's remark, they both heard voices from inside.
Trunks sighed as he remembered what the camp was presently doing… a play. "I can't believe you offered to be the 'Master'…"
Goten shrugged. "Well someone had to do it."
Trunks rake his lavender hair with his fingers. "I don't think Gohan would appreciate his little brother ordering his ex-girlfriend around." He quickly shut his mouth when seeing the glare that Goten was giving him.
"It's nothing sexual you know so why should I worry. Given the amount of time Gohan will take to get here we should be half way through the song."
Trunks nodded. They then heard louder voices and playing of music from inside. He turned to the younger boy, giving him a broad smirk. "They're about to begin. Are you ready?"
Goten nodded with a slight smile on his face. His face then transformed as his eyes narrowed, inheriting his Saiyan qualities. "I hope Videl don't sense this…"
Trunks looked around. "You should be alright—" he halted when having another thought. "After all I should be able to block the sudden rise in your ki around the cabin so Videl wouldn't be able to sense anything."
Goten didn't pay heed to Trunks remark as his face became neutral. Quickly, he powered up to Super Saiyan and then slowly reducing it to his normal self. He was most certain that Gohan should have felt it, even though it was for a brief moment...
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Startled, Gohan quickly stood up from confusion. Yes, he had felt something, even if it was for a brief moment. It was strong and distinct that he would be too stupid not to feel it at all. It was… it had to be Goten…but why would he do such a thing? Why would he have to go to Super Saiyan? "Oh Kami, he's trouble!?"
Panicking, Gohan left his work, quickly flying off to Capsule Corporation. He had to be sure what he felt was true…
"Vegeta must have felt that…"
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Goten made a fake smile as a couple of girls flounced and pranced around him to impress him. Goten then dramatically sighed and called his guard, who was played by Trunks. "I told you to get me a pretty girl…not these…whores!"
Trunks bowed to his 'master', pulling his 'blood-stained' sword back into its case. "I'm sorry my lord. I knew it'd be a tough decision—but I have one special lady to redeem myself… I have found quite the prize."
Goten raised an eyebrow, "Oh my loyal servant, where is she? Who is it?"
Trunks pretended to look frantically around, also trying to hide a grin, because that girl was no where back stage. As if on cue, the girl entered from the side door, limping side to side, struggling to walk to Videl. In a sulking voice, she explained, "Sorry, I can't play the slave part. I got really hurt fighting Trunks."
Trunks raised his eyebrows at the girl, showing a sign of interest of her excuse, but dismissed the thought having other things in mind. He then yelled, "Videl, you have to take over for the slave!"
Videl, who was directing this, grumbled under her breath. She got up from her seat and took of her long coat only to reveal and beautiful silk dress. It was embroidered with great detail and looked exceptionally well on Videl. Black as it was one of her favourite colours, it had done a good job showing off most of her curves, in the most modest way. "I knew I shouldn't have trusted that girl…I knew she wasn't read to fight the strongest ones here…" But I have a feeling that Trunks had something to do about this… I can see it in his eyes…
Goten almost smiled as he watched Videl get into role, acting shy around him. Looking at him, she spoke in an English accent, "Oh my Lord, what shall I do for you?" It's always a good idea to memorize another's person's parts… just in case they're hurt, or sick or something…
Goten traced his fingers along Videl's jaw, looking at her very passionately as expected. "I want you to dance for me…"
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Gohan growled under his breath. He was worried sick and he knew he was going crazy. Vegeta also felt the 'cry of help' from Goten and Gohan had no other option but to trust him. He dropped his briefcase, quickly packing casual clothes into a bag and instantly powered up while flying to gain speed. He couldn't shake off the guilty feeling inside him, increasing by the minute. He should be taking care of Goten. After all, Gohan was his guardian.
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Videl flicked her hair back into Goten's face as she walked a safe distance from Goten. Casting a small smile she began moving away. As planned, the back up dancers made their way behind Videl.
Also planned, Gohan was heading their way.
Trunks could feel Gohan's ki coming closer and closer at the minute. He made a short glance at Goten.
Goten just smiled cheerfully and grabbed hold of Videl's arm.
Videl was oblivious to everything but the play. She had this whole scene memorized since it was one of her favourite scenes. This is the part where she'd try to escape from the 'Master', which included fighting. For now she played her role exceptionally well although she was a bit older than the other kids. With sudden grace she moved from one end to the room to the middle. The closest one to the front exit/entrance.
Goten had his eyes on her, but he wouldn't lose track on his brother's ki. He was arriving right…
Videl moved her hip over and faced the door and mouthed her lips to the song. Before she had a chance to do anything else…
…about…
He arrived at the door, yelling, "Goten!"
…now…
Lita was the first to notice him in the room, immediately stopping what she doing, focusing at the man at the door. Not like she was the only one. Soon everyone stopped what they were doing and stared at the man at the door.
Trunks and Goten glanced at one another and tried not to grin. Pride and happiness had filled their eyes.
Goten took a couple steps closer to Videl, just in case he had to give her some sort of support.
Videl stopped by the distraction, scowling when hearing the music cut off. She then looked at the man standing by the doorsteps, looking awfully curious. She then blinked a couple of times closely inspecting this being who dared to interrupt the play.
He was pretty tall, looked fit, wearing a black neat suit, which matched his black eyes, and untamable black spiky hair. He was no doubt inhumanly stunning… yet it was obvious that he was dreadfully worried.
There was something about him but she just couldn't put her finger on it. His face, structure, posture…it was familiar yet so foreign as if he was just a stranger that she bumped into a while back—kind of like déjà vu. She blinked again as something soon clicked into her brain, helping her recognize who that was. "Oh my Kami," she whispered.
Her arms slowly fell to her sides and her breath was a bit shortened due to the surprise. Her whole body began to tremble in minimal shakes, as she was too shocked to move. She bit on her lower lip, looking scared and lost, barely managing to whisper, "Gohan?" Yes, it was so difficult to say his name once again, always finding her throat constrict to the pain lingering in her heart…
The man looked at his beaming brother, lavender-haired friend, and then to the woman closer to him. He squint his eyes at her, bringing his hand up to adjust his non-existing glasses—hey, it was a habit. Lucky for him he was wearing contacts**…
So his eyes were set on that female starring upon him and he knew—he recognized her face somewhere…
She was a bit short, well fit, having beautiful long black silky hair***, which contrasted appealingly against her pale flesh that held an odd shimmer or 'glow'. Sooner than expected, he eyes stared back her blue, cerulean orbs…those same eyes that he knew from somewhere. "Oh Kami, those haunting eyes…are speaking to me, as if I know them from somewhere…" Suddenly he couldn't think properly. His brain said it wasn't her because of what she was wearing and how feminine she looked. But internally he had the strongest feeling that it was her. He didn't have to use his Martial Arts skills to recognize her higher-than-a-normal-human-ki… "Videl…"
He didn't know how he became so lost…so shocked to see her after these many long years. Clutching his hands into a tight fist, he just couldn't control his short trembling. He was also scared if his body betrayed too much of what he was feeling—scared, nervous yet happy. Despite how much he wanted to look calm and reserved, he couldn't control the heavy drop and rise of his chest as his breathing rapidly increased. He barely managed to say, "Videl," even if it came out as a croak.
His legs involuntarily move forward, beginning to walk reluctantly to her. He didn't want not to rush her but his stride was slow enough for her to get out of her shock. He himself was not totally out of his own, but it was years! How could he not do anything?
Videl forced herself to stand straight, not able to tear her gaze away from him. Finding your best friend…or crush after so many years was a really hard thing to take. Quickly, she pinched herself in the arm to see if it was reality or a dream. Finding her answer from a small flinch, she inhaled deeply and proceeded to walk towards him.
They stood only a foot away from each other, trying to stand assertively as possible. Both were hesitant to do anything at all, to uncertain.
Trying to break the uncomfortable atmosphere, Gohan chuckled a bit and pointed at her garments. "Dress?" He was amused and genuinely surprised in her taste of clothes. He was even more surprised of how more feminine she looked.
Videl didn't bother to wipe away her tears. She sniffed, "Yeah, I also grew my hair." As much as she believed that she was not ready to see him again, there was a part of her that was shouting out with joy when face to face with him. She was still stupefied, yet she was uncomfortable and most surprisingly, was somehow content.
Gohan smiled softly at her. She was so beautiful. Not like she wasn't before, but she looked so amazing. He was in genuine awe but he was still uncertain if he should say anything to ruin the moment. Maybe he shouldn't have said, "Videl, I missed you."
Videl looked into his ever-trusting eyes with a smile. Taking in a breath, she whispered softly, "I bet I missed you more." She tried not to laugh because it was just too long ago.
Another moment of uncomfortable silence had filled the room and Gohan was faltering of what to do next. He reached out for a hug.
Videl did the same…but it wasn't right.
They recomposed their posture and went at it again.
Gohan put his hands out for their old props.
Videl reached for another hug, canceling out Gohan's actions.
They both chuckled in a bit of mockery and sadness. Gohan just opened out his arms, waiting to be embraced by Videl.
She did.
They both just held onto each other for dear life…savouring the moment.
Videl clutched onto him, burying her head into his hard chest. Surprisingly, she took great delight in relishing his smell, touch, his presence, his everything… She greatly missed him. As she held him she couldn't ignore the peculiar beating in her heart…
Arms securely around this petite figure, Gohan smiled largely as tears were still prickling his eyes. He looked so content…so alive. He also couldn't believe that he was crying and laughing at the same time. It was a perplexing situation. But truly, he missed Videl…his best friend. How he needed her so many times, it was sometimes sickening. Now he finally found her and maybe, just maybe, they could be friends again. He knew they had a shot at something.
He could feel and hear the woman in his arms cry yet laugh out of mockery as he did the same. His grip onto Videl had intensified as he remembered their past history, when it was just the two of them. It's been way too long. Yes, they could be friends again…
His gaze eventually tore off the young woman and soon on Goten. It wasn't hard to see two transparent drops of liquid on his face. It was tears…for him. Gohan almost frowned for his brother, not understanding why he would be sad. He thought to himself, "Maybe Bulma was right…"
Goten ignored Trunks glare and continued to stare at his brother. "He looks so happy…" he whispered. Not caring if anyone saw his tears, slowly he brought up his sleeve to wipe away his tears.
Trunks walked directly behind his friend. "Their 'happiness' wouldn't last so long you know. We got to get working." He gripped onto the younger boy's shoulder, forcing him to flinch.
Goten smelled the cool, yet lively air, frowning as he reluctantly turned away with Trunks following behind…
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-* Ehhe…my middle name has Lita in it. Its four syllables and the last ones is 'lita' so I decided to make a character in it…
-** Yes, in this fic, or the rest of the fic, Gohan wears contacts—NO GLASSES *let's celebrates*
-*** Her hair isn't THAT long. If opened it'll probably reached a little less then 4 cm above her belly button
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Comments back to the reviewers:
Riot Girl: Lol—I would update earlier—if the chapter was like four pages. Too bad there are only a few chapters with that length… and thanks for the sympathies of my sickness…I can't believe I'm still sick. My school is so germ infested…grrr… But it's nice to read something wroth-reading like your review…it was very interesting….
VideliGohan: It's okay—but at least you got the warm fuzzy feeling, right? Hope your happy now!
giggles: Ooo…the wedding? Well they just got engaged right…so it'll be logical to have it like a year later… and yes…Bulma is evil kanevil (look who she married). And thanks for sympathies!
gohancutie: *blushes* thanks I guess
icyblue: Your wish is my command… err—don't worry—I'll continue…as long you keep on reviewing, deal?
DemonDancing: Aimes-tu parler en français? Err—I hope I said that right… Wow, I'm surprised that you can speak French. Damn, Micorsoft just changed languages on me…ok…yeah…I assumed you live in the US and I also assumed that they speech Spanish. *shrugs* but it's cool that you speak French. Not like I can speak it fluently…I'm still learning…I'm ONLY IN GRADE 9! *coughs* anyways… *blush* wow you think I'm a good Gohan torturer. Ehehe—I see them in my dream… ^^ And I will keep up the excellent work as long you keep reviewing! ^^
Android 71: Well let's just say that Bulma is in high places and got Videl's 'personal cabin number' and got Gohan to call her—saying that it's Goten's…ehehe… I can imagine her doing it right now!!
Poppy: Damn I forgot about Hercule! That'd be too funny!! LOL *gets an oxygen tank* And your guess… wow—it's pretty close…but *slams on a button making some funky noise meaning that 'nope you're wrong* ehehe… *ahem* Seriously, you're so close yet so far away—wow that's a linkin park song—ok I'm ranting now. But that's ok…cuz you do the same (not like I get annoyed of it—cuz I don't)…ehehe….BUT THANKS A MILLION FOR THAT LAST NOTE! I'd made me sleep well!
WildWolf: Maybe she never told him…because 1) he was sleeping… 2) she forgot 3) she would probably feel uncomfortable talking about Gohan… *shrugs* She could have told Trunks…but I'd ruin some fun for me…
wind: Oh—you'll be so surprised when Gohan finds out that Yamcha is marrying Videl. I almost cried when I wrote that out. I must make ALL OF YOU CRY!! But just wait—it won't be that long until I upload that chapter… and I'm still working on Unforgettable—I don't want to upload crappy writing….besides this fic was my BREAK. Like a vacation…ehehe…
Little Ricecake: Same…my mom has the biggest temper—especially when you have brothers that fight you almost 24/7…. And yes—you be patient! The last thing I want to do is upload chapters with the gayest writing….and I have tons of grammatical mistakes in them….
The GirlieGyarados: Ehehehe—you think you wouldn't kill me…okay that's fine with me…but don't stop updating, especially when you read the chapter when Gohan finds out that Videl is engaged… *whistles innocently*
FloralBlackMoon: That wasn't a lengthy review : ( And I thought it was your duty *cries* oh well… as long as you're my 'loyal fan' I mustn't have much doubts—err—*can't think of old English speech* *shrugs* Anyways—I hoped you enjoyed this chapter!! ^^
Finally MY note:
Well you guys, I hoped you enjoyed this chapter. I'm not that happy with it—but you guys are going to kill me if I didn't upload it. Hopefully it'll give you warm and tingly feelings when Gohan and Videl reunited. But no—that's not the end of the story…not quite yet… I plan to have my fun now! But I'm also having fun writing another G/V fic which I'm going to upload like after this one. So I hope you guys will like that too…although it's totally different to this!
*coughs* that's it for now—and my wonderful reviewers take as many Chibi Vegeta cookies you want! The next one is…omg…I'm running out of ideas! Okay, stop panicking! I got it! You guys want a lethal "Shenlong dragon cookie" I know it aint cute like the rest of them…but hey….it's a dragon and I LOVE DRAGONS!!
And I'm sorry that there are mistakes in it! My family is in the room when I was updating and editing this!
Okay, that is all!
Feedback, praises, and hungry people are always wanted!
~*~Goku's Daughter~*~
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