Wow…I have LOTS of news I must share with you. Funny how much could happen in three days!!
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First thing first… THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO REVIEWED!! I congratulate the 300th reviewer (but I can't remember who it is…sorry…anyways congrats!!!)
Now my comments back to the reviews that just have to be answered…
Fender08: Oh MY Kami!! I did read your story—and tried to review how many times…but noooooooooo my fuckin server had to be fucked. *sigh*. I did read your story…and yes it's very nice, different in a good way…and refreshing. Hope you continue soon!!
Drunken Gohan: I'm sure I explained the deal with Yamcha and Videl. I know it's nasty…but hey I needed him for the storyline. But I did realize what you're talking about when I wrote that chapter that introduced Yamcha as Videl's fiancé. Anywho...I seen worse (well in Soaps at least), so calm down.
JonBob0008: LOL…thanks a lot for your review. It was really honest and something that I needed to hear in a long time.
GohansBabe: Yeah that 'Friends' episode was a CLASSIC!! I could do something like that but I got another idea. I was going to say 'better' but it probably isn't (if you want drama that is). Anyways thanks a lot for the review!! Love it as always!
Z: AHHH why are you giving the movie away!! I still have to see it!! Haldir died!?! He what!?!?! You must pay for telling me this… I'm kidding…I'm too lazy to make you pay!! LoL
Little Ricecake: Oh man…I'm so scared right now. I'm watching this movie called 'Koi mere dil se Pooche' and right now they're showing a flashback of this girl's life and her husband is so damn…freaky. He wanted to tape them having sex and stuff like that. IT'S SO SAD. But maybe I'll make a G/V version of it ^^ ehehe…then we will see what is angst. But then again this story is angsty… ehehe…
Dark Emotionless Shadow: Anger management…ehehe… Want another infraction? LoL
DemonDancing: Goten could do that…but then again he's not THAT corrupted yet…maybe Trunks will…
Nikki: Apology accepted (if it was)…maybe I didn't read it right or what. I don't know. Oh well… but it's not like I don't appreciate you taking time out to review---cuz I do appreciate it ^ Always have been…always will be ^^
Cka3ka: I looked at your penname and I really have no idea how to pronounce it -.-' (look I included I sweat drop thingy!!) Anyways THANKS SO MUCH FOR YOUR REVIEW. It was one of the bests I've ever gotten. I feel so special now!! ^^ I know I have grammar and spelling errors (I probably got more grammar errors than spelling errors). I can only read a chapter so many times before I get bored and start to skim through it rather than actually editing it -.-' But that's the beauty when you keep on writing. Practice makes perfect (or at least makes you better)!! Anywho I can't stress how much I loved your review! (I love long ones! Err—that didn't sound too right!!)
wind: WOW you gave me such a beautifully long review!! Me love it very much!! ^^ As for your suggestion…isn't it overdone? Lol…it's the thought that counts anyways!
Psycho-Ann: I heard Hercule got jet-packs on for him to fly!! Why can't they have Videl in the game…she's like way stronger than Hercule!! I'm still waiting for the US version to come out in Canada since my burnt Jap Version freezes in the story mode (when Goku faces Freiza) and the stupid GameShark didn't give me all the characters!! AHH!! I know all of this is illegal…but you're not going to tell, right? And anyone else who happens to read this better not!! So can Hercule shoot ki balls or anything like that…I strongly doubt it…stupid loser…yet I still love him…just so entertaining to watch…he's like my dad's favourite character!! x.x Probaly because Hercule has an afro (cell games) and my dad likes afro (he likes frizzy hair like that—for some odd reason. If I cut my hair, I could wear a fro too!) Ahaahaha…Hercule can't punch straight yet he beat the crap out of Vegeta, Cell, Gohan…that's so funny and soooo wrong on many levels!! Loved reading your reviewi!!
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Now on with the story!!
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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 Goku's Daughter
Chapter Twelve: Doubts
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"When unhappy, one doubts everything;
when happy, one doubts nothing."
-- Joseph Roux
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It was a day after New Years and yes…it didn't start out too well.
The day Videl left, Goten and Trunks decided to come home on New Years Eve to spend time with their 'family'.
What family?
It was the Briefs family, which included Vegeta who trained all the time. It was the Briefs family that 'adopted' Goku's and ChiChi's children, who were coincidentally the strongest man and woman on the Earth. So it appears that the Briefs family included members that were not entirely human…
Nevertheless, they were a family, whether they liked it or not. They laughed and cried together (most of the time...and most of them anyways). They depend on each other in some way. But if this was a family…how come the children were unhappy?
The Briefs family had lots of money…they were the richest family in the entire world. Can't money buy anything?
Apparently not love.
And apparently this family had a lot of unhappy people…and Gohan was the most miserable out of them all.
Yes, he was still unhappy, despite that he sacrificed his love for her to have a happy life. Who said that after sacrifices you will feel the most rewarded. Ha! Gohan didn't. He most likely felt worse now than ever before…even prior to reuniting with Videl after all these years. So who cares?
Vegeta didn't. Mr. and Mrs. Briefs didn't know what was going on. Goten and Trunks cared…and when you care you feel for that person. The same was for Bulma… She wanted to help her son. She really did.
But what could she do now, especially after reading the contents of Yamcha's wedding invitation. Sure she was happy for Yamcha, but the fact that the boys failed and Gohan was now left heartbroken (although he didn't show it), Bulma was unhappy. However the blue-haired woman did try to be optimistic and tried not to convey her unhappiness for the boys' sake. "I'm shocked that Videl wanted to get married so early," she said, trying to sound surprised.
Gohan paid no heed to Bulma's remark and furiously kept typing on his laptop. Coming back 'home' Gohan changed once again to that sad, emotionless man, dressed in a suit.
Goten rolled his eyes and stated, "Well, she must REALLY love Yamcha, huh?" He purposely said that loud to get a rise out of Gohan.
Gohan almost chocked but then he pretended like that didn't faze him. He tried harder to hide under a neutral mask of some sort. Any mask to hide his real feelings would be good.
Trunks retorted a bit unpleasantly, "Well we all know Yamcha is head over heels for Videl. He must really love her." What is this? Torture Gohan day?
Bulma sighed dreamily and spoke with a dazed voice, "If in love, then why not?" Yeah…it must be.
Goten slumped back in the dining room chair and asked, "So…are we going?" He wouldn't be surprised if they all end up going. He also wouldn't be surprised if they didn't. The teenager didn't know how that worked, but hey—there are too many pros and cons of going and staying. Goten looked at Gohan for an answer.
Gohan abruptly looked up, away from the computer screen and affirmed, "Yeah, we are." Knowing that his heart may be wounded further, Gohan wanted to see the couple's happy faces before moving on. Actually, he'd rather see Videl's face happy…even if it meant sacrificing his love for her. Gohan did have good intentions…
Goten's throat made an odd noise, catching everyone's attention. Looking at Gohan with a slight tremor, he spoke in a quiet voice, sounding genuinely concerned for his brother. "Are you sure Gohan?"
Gohan forced a smile, which ended up to be crooked, and said, "Yamcha wanted me to be there…he wanted all of us to go, so why not?"
Unfortunately, Bulma, Goten and Trunks had too many reasons why Gohan shouldn't.
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The Wedding
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The woman who wore white looked in the mirror while her mother was hectically running around to get everything under control. Videl tried not to pay attention to her mother…and tried to look at herself. Recognizing herself would be a start. Not like Videl thought that she was ugly but it was kind of unbelievable how stunning she looked now all dressed up in white and ready to be given away…
Quickly she closed her eyes, feeling the make up applied on her eyelids. Videl then felt some tugging in her hair and grunted, finding it quite annoying. But as soon she was able to open her eyes once more, she was even more astonished. Her hair was attractively curled as some were laced up in a beautiful pattern as some too fell down, complimenting the frame of her face. The make up applied made Videl seem even more beautiful and the two cool blue fading streaks over her eyelids added to the ravishing effect. She was almost ready as one of the helpers placed the veil over her face and hooked the desired piece to her hair. Despite the loveliness, Videl felt like a doll. She couldn't decide if that was a good thing or not. She also couldn't decide if the next thirty-minutes would be the best either. To marry Yamcha or not to marry Yamcha…that is the no doubt tough question.
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Trunks and Goten walked around the massive church in search for the groom. When they found him, the two demi-Saiyans played it cooled as they casually walked up to him as if they were no hidden agendas planned.
"Hey guys! I'm glad you made it!"
"Hey Yamcha," the boys mumbled. Then they grabbed a cup full of coke from Yamcha's hand and drained it in no time.
Goten squeezed his plastic cup together when he looked around, genuinely astonished with the beauty and size of the church. Sounding amazed, he said, "Wow Yamcha, you're going all out for this wedding, aren't you?"
Yamcha scratched his head and knew what Goten meant. He let a nervous laugh out before turning serious and responding. "I'm getting married to Videl—I want it to be perfect—I want the whole world to know that I'm married to the most perfect being ever!"
Trunks almost sweat dropped, having a sudden urge to say something dirty.
Luckily Goten intervened and asked, "What about Erasa?"
Yamcha looked confused. "What about Erasa?"
"Haven't you thought about what I said?"
Yamcha raised his hands up in defense. Shocked, he said, "Wait a minute. I said I'll think about—and I'm sticking with Videl. I think it's time for me to settle down. Besides, I can make Videl happy…don't you think?"
Goten and Trunks gave each other a look. Not wanting to spill anything important they 'agreed' and headed back into the seating area, patiently waiting for the wedding to commence in twenty minutes.
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Gohan furiously looked around for Goten, somewhat ticked off that he ran off with Trunks…again. Giving Bulma an apologetic look, he went off searching through the enormous church for the two boys.
Fascinated by the size, structure and beauty of the church, Gohan took his time to search through all the rooms, opening each door and scanning who's occupying each one. But personally the church was a bit to high-tech and way too formal for him. The gold and silver decorations…it was just too man-made. He did see some flowers, and noted that the place could have used some more. Then mentally he made a note: "If I ever get married, it's going to be outside." Somehow, just growing up in the wilderness, he had a unique fondness to nature. It wasn't surprisingly that he preferred to have his wedding outside (only if the weather was agreeable).
Ten minutes passed and there was still no sign of Goten…or Trunks. He let out a furious sigh as he opened the 20th door. Gohan then abruptly stiffened when he discovered that she was here… With one sniff of the room, Gohan could smell her strong pure aroma mixed with chemically compounded fragrances, such as perfumes, but nevertheless, he could identify that it was her. Not wanting to sound stupid, Gohan knew he should say something. Quietly, he asked, "Videl?" He didn't really trust his voice at the moment.
Videl abruptly stopped looking in her full-length mirror and turned to the man at the door. Although she had a veil over her eyes, which made it difficult for her to see; Videl could recognize that voice…and that body and frame. Videl always got that same response in her body, including that irregular thump in her chest. All she said was, "Gohan?"
Swallowing hard, he walked to the bride and gave her a warm smile. Trying not to look dazed by her beauty, he looked at the ground, asking, "Have you seen Goten or Trunks?"
She retorted with, "Well, it's hard to tell when wearing one of these over your face."
Having the courage to face her, Gohan looked down at her, like how a groom would face to bride. Slowly, he pulled the veil up and over her head, revealing a goddess that has stolen his heart. Almost afraid to say anything, he just gazed affectionately at her. He then wondered what he gotten himself into. There was his love, standing in front of him in a bridal gown, on the day of her marriage. But it wasn't to him. He almost shuddered in deeper thought, but was soon snapped back into reality when hearing a small cough from the bride. Trying not to look stupid once again, he asked in a concerned tone, "Better now?" Oh Kami, have mercy on his soul. Hopefully Dende could heal him or something. Gohan heard that Dende had front row seats to this wedding… Lucky bastard…
Videl made a small smile and nodded. Then turning to the table, she grabbed her diamond necklace and attempted to put it on. Surprisingly she wasn't bothered that Gohan was watching her.
So he watched her, observing the failure and difficulty of her attempt to put on that thick and no doubt expensive necklace. Gohan quickly took the jewelry out of her hands and told her quietly to turn around. When she did so, he slowly placed the necklace on her silky soft, upper chest. He also observed her breathing pattern as it quickly rose and dropped, finding it quite ironic how the pace was similar to his own. Then he had a sudden urge to caress her skin, as she was vulnerable to him now. But if he did anything, could he stop? Would he start something that may ruin the wedding? He inhaled deeply and used what control he had left to be careful and try not to touch her in the most provoking way. As the rest was expected, Gohan carefully attached the two ends together, and still fought with those strong urges to not let flesh touch flesh. When his task was completed, Gohan said in a low voice, "Okay, I'm finished now."
Hearing the sign of indication to turn around, she did, giving him a nervous, awkward look.
It was silent for a few moments before Gohan asked, "Are you happy?"
Taken back a bit from his question, she hesitated to say anything. "If you're happy, then I am." She only thought took his question into consideration for mere seconds. Videl couldn't tell if he realized that but after a couple seconds of silence, she gave him a simple mocking shrug. The way she said it and portrayed her body expression made it seem that the statement meant nothing. It was empty.
Or it could be a trick answer. It must be.
That trick answer that caught Gohan off guard, because at that moment he could see in her eyes that she was unhappy. The look that she gave him was harsh and depressing enough. The silence between them made him blink and before he had a chance to reply, one of the bridesmaids called upon Videl. The ceremony was soon underway.
Videl gave Gohan a look that melted his heart even further for it possessed love, desire and even sorrow. However it dominated more of doubt and regret than the rest. She then turned to the door and raised her lower half of the gown. Videl walked to door the door with difficulty. It was hard not to see that disappointed limp in her step…
But for those who believed in Lita's words, Videl did look back when she reached to the door. She still loved Gohan…
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Gohan slid into his seat beside Bulma, which was in the fourth row to the front. That was a pretty good spot since there were over 40 rows filled up and only 20 left over. Gohan then turned to Bulma's right and saw Goten and Trunks happily giving him a grin. Gohan only rolled his eyes, somewhat furious that he spent twenty-five minutes looking for them. Gohan slumped into his seat, trying to find what comfort he needed, but justice was not sought as the music began to play. He flinched when he first heard it, but soon relaxed trying to focus on the flower girl and ring bearer… He also tried to forget his problems for the moment.
As much as he tried, Gohan couldn't pay heed to the bridal party as he slumped into his seat further, uninterestingly running his hands through his hair. He then laid his head back and closed his eyes, trying to shut the pain away. He shouldn't even be here. "Stupid Gohan," he muttered under his breath. "Stupid me." And now he has doubts…
Unaware to Gohan, so many minutes have passed that the ceremonial music has begin. Recognizing that melody and tune, Gohan abruptly stood up straight and turned back. There he saw an authentically happy Hercule and a gorgeous Videl posing there, allowing the photographers to take their pictures.
Everyone was in awe.
Wearing a neat black tux, Hercule took a step forward as expected, but noticed something was holding him back…Videl. He turned to his daughter with concern shining in his prideful eyes. "Hunny, what's wrong?" Hercule whispered to the young woman.
The music continued to play as Hercule inspected his full-grown child. When he didn't get an answer from her, he untangled his arm from hers. So then he stood in front of her and started to shake her gently, trying to get her out of her trance. Hercule asked again, "Videl, sweet-pea, what's wrong? We are supposed to walk down the aisle." Despite his foolish antics, Hercule could clearly see that she was scared. He also noticed his daughter's trembling and negative mumbling. Hercule turned his head to the groom, giving Yamcha a big apologetic look by slowly shaking his head.
Yamcha looked confused and concerned, mouthing a possible solution to Hercule. "Tell her to come!"
Hercule got the message and said a bit louder, "Videl…let's go." Hercule was good at ignoring the furious flashes of light from the photographers' cameras. He went to grab Videl's arm, but Videl just dodged away.
Videl stood there with slight tremors after moving away from her father. She bit on her lower lip while gripping harder on her enormous bouquet. With any more force she would have broken the plastic that contained the flowers…so she froze. Then she tried to move forward as her father wanted her to, but she couldn't. Videl strained to look around the room, to her father, and then Gohan. She didn't know how she was able to distinguish Gohan out of the rest of the males, but looking at him made her realize that marrying Yamcha wasn't right, even when Gohan didn't accepted her again. You don't marry someone that you can live with… You marry the one that you can't live without… Videl's lip twitched as she had a sudden urge to run away…again.
Yes, that was a good solution…
Run away…Fast…Go anywhere but here…
Her lips almost curled up into a devious smirk at her beautiful idea…* "Yes…very beautiful indeed," she thought to herself bitterly.
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* = can any say 'Runaway Bride'?
What's with Videl and running away? *shrugs* Don't ask me. I'm just the author…LoL
Now my NOTES:
A) I'm so very sorry that this is written very crappy. Right now my right arm is fucked—as if it lacks blood. *sigh* my apologies!!
B) Now I hope whoever knew of that story "Love Hurts" plagerized by Hitias Amber (however you spell that name)…I knew about it. I never agreed *glares at person who knows what I'm talking about* but yeah…liked I could stop you. *rolls eyes* She doesn't live across the street or something… So don't be mad at her…or me... hopefully she learnt her lesson… Anyways…I did read what some said about it…thankies to yous (yous is my made up word—short for you guys)!!
C) Hey I got 100% on my GEO exam!! That was one of my highlights of the week!! Looks like taking two weeks off writing upcoming fics was worth it!! And no—I didn't spend all that time studying for GEO…I'm just smart…like Gohan…*I wish*
D) Another thing—semester 2 started on Friday. I think that means MORE TIME FOR ME TO WRITE!! I think… *sweat drops* -.-'
E) MWhhahahahahaa
F) Yesterday was my mom's birthday… nuff said
G) On that same day another highlight of my week occurred. My brother was taking a shower when my cousin came over. When my brother was finished he closed the door and was putting on crème, naked, beside me while I was on the PC. About 5 minutes later my cousins knocks and opens the door…and then says "Eww gross" when he saw my brother naked…then he went downstairs. LOL IT WAS SO FUNNY (I know I'm a bad story teller…but it was soo funny). I don't know why I find it so funny…it just it!!
H) Mwahahahaha
I) I have a headache…and I stink…
J) Okay there's two more chapters left. I split the last into two chapters so it's not too rushed…and they are short. Sorry. But it's all coming to an end. I think it makes sense to keep it sweet and short… Aww yes…the suffering!
K) There's a Bollywood movie coming out based on the movie called "I know what you last summer." LOL Bollywood movies (Hindi movies) are always based on an English movie… LOL… If you guys see a movie come out called "Three Blind Mice" THAT IS BASED on a Hindi movie. I saw it too!! I don't know why I'm telling you this…oh yeah…it just shows you that's it's natural for me to do what I'm doing. What am I doing? Copying a Hindi movie and chaning it to a G/V. What does Bollywood do sometimes? Copies Hollywood movies. And no…there is no English movie based on this story. *sticks out tongue*
L) I wonder if I can do that whole alphabet.
M) Take all the… Icarus cookies you want!!
N) *takes a cookie and bites it…* mmmm they're good!!
O) Next batch of cookies I'm going to make is…*drum roll* BARDOCK!! Okay…so it's the same as Goku (if I ever did Goku) but since Bardock is more darkly tanned than Goku, Bardock the cookie will be ALL CHOCOLATE!! *gasps* So why Bardock? I thought it'd be fitting to make Bardock since he regretted to see his son Kakarott!! That movies was so awesome yet so sad : (
P) I'm so close using the whole ALPHABET!! AHHHHhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
Q) If anyone has noticed I made a Beyblade fic!! It's really good—I think. And yes…the show is gay…but I love Kai (everyone else, excluding Ray, are faggets)
R) OMG WHY IS ALL MY TITLES NOT CENTERED!! STUPID PIECE OF TUTTIE… (goes off destroying stuff –btw tuttie means shit in Hindi)
S) *comes back from destroying property* And yes…the Colombia Shuttle. That was sad :'( My heart goes out to the families!
T) I guess that's it—for now. Just leave me some good reviews and you'll get your cookies!!
Feedback, Praises, and Hungry People are ALWAYS wanted!!
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