Author's note: Alright, here is another chapter. Managed to get this one
done in one day.
I think it seems a little short. Thorough, apologies in advance. There's a
lot of stuff I want to do in this section of the story, and to throw it all
into one chapter would make the rest of the chapters seem unbalanced.
Oh, there is one thing I want to address. I don't want to see any more reviews concerning my spelling of the word 'Sajin.' I am well aware of the many ways to spell it. That's the one I like, that's the one I chose to use.
Chapter 5
I hit the button on the alarm, silencing its disturbing tone. I groaned as I pulled my self from the comfort of my bed. I looked at the time, it read 7:02, and I don't have to be at the school till eight, plenty of time.
Walked into the bathroom, grabbing a towel from the closet on my way there. I threw it down on the hamper, and took a look in the mirror. A semi frown greeted me once more. Sighing I headed into the shower, turning it on. The dream had come once more, only once this time, but it had seemed more . . . realistic this time. Making the water as hot as I could stand, I let it poor down over me.
Resting my head on the wall, I sighed. I grabbed the soap, and tried in vein again to wash the dream off of me. I failed as usual. I tossed the soap down, once again letting the water soak over me. After I finished rinsing off, I turned the water off and stepped out of the shower. I grabbed the towel, and after securing it around my waste, traveled the short distance back to my room, grabbing a second towel from the closet on the way.
I sat in a char, turning it to face out the window. I let my mind go blank while I dried my self off. Before I knew it, most of the water had for the most part, evaporated. I pulled my self out of my neutral state, and looked at the clock, shit, 7:30, got to get going.
I stood, casting the towels aside. I pulled my standard boxers on, fallowed by a pair of black jeans. I put some white socks and some black sneakers. Lastly I put a black semi turtle neck shirt on. I looked in the mirror. Oh yeah . . . I grabbed the chain from its spot on the dresser.
I clipped it around my neck. I was about to head out of the room, but I noticed my self in the mirror. Oops. . . for got about my hair. I made a half assed attempt at taming it. Giving up I went downstairs. Strange, mom and Goten were nowhere to be found; yet breakfast was clearly laid out on the table. I noticed a note under a fork.
"Gohan, I figured you wouldn't want Goten around bothering you and your 'friend', so I took him to CC for the day. If you need anything, you know where to find us. Oh yeah, before I forget, there's a capsule with lunch in the fridge for you. There should be plenty for you and Videl. Have fun honey, and mind you manners. She is a guest in our house, but I don't think I need to remind you of that.
Love, Mom"
I smiled half-heartedly at the note. Setting it down, I sat down at the table. Eating my fill, I placed the remainder of the dishes in the sink. I didn't have time so I just used a little speed to wash them. Once the last was done, I dried my hands and ran out the door.
I leapt into the sky, tearing off in the direction of the school. I let the wind rip over me as I flew faster than I had in years. Don't want to be late. Besides, I'm sure Videl is there by now, just waiting to scowl at me for not being prompt.
I saw the city come into view and I slowed a bit. I flew over the many blocks, not intending to stop till I found my destination, but something caught my eye. It looked like the cops had a bank surrounded. Several masked men were standing out side, 2 of which held guns and hostages in there arms. I was about to intervene, but a certain sight caught my eye. So I just floated out of view from the crowd.
The sight had been that of a small figure with black hair and unmistakable pigtails slinking across the bank roof. She neared the edge, peaking her head over the edge to survey the scene. I would have liked to help, but I can tell she's the kind that won't need or like it.
I flew a little closer, though still out of view. It looked as though she was about to make her move. She leaped down, silently taking out the man in the back. Luckily, no one in the crowd said anything. Again, she disabled the next one up without a sound. Then with two kicks, the riflemen were down. By now she had been discovered.
One rather large oaf charged her, instantly regretting it as she jumped and kneed, probably breaking his nose. He fell back wards in a cry of pain. There were two left now, one stayed back while the other pulled the gun at her. Right when he fired, she ducked and ran under him, crashing into his midsection. The remainder of the two took off down the alley. Well, after all that, it be a shame if one got away right? I moved in a flash.
The man screamed and fell backwards as he ran into my front. He just looked at me as I picked him up by his color. It was then that Videl came shooting around the corner. I dropped him when she saw me. She didn't look happy.
"Why did you do that for Gohan?" She said, glaring at me
"Your welcome" I said, a little insulted actually
She shook her head at me
"Thanks Gohan, but I don't need your help." In an angry yet apologetic tone I didn't think possible to produce
"Ok, I just didn't want one to get away after all you just did."
"You were watching me?"
"Yeah, you did great actually"
"Thanks I guess, but its nothing really, happens all the time."
"Oh, you do this kind of thing often?" I said, a little playfully
"Yeah, I'm Videl Satan, town hero." She said with a smile. She should smile more often
"Well miss hero, would you like to go train now, or would you like to find some more helpless criminals to pummel?" I said sarcastically
"No, I think I will just pummel you Gohan." She said confidently
I walked right up to her bending down a little to look her in the eye.
"Give it your best shot" By the look on her face, I could tell I had pissed her pride off
"Ok, I most certainly will, as soon as we get to this house of yours."
"Alright then, shall we find a nice open spot to take off from, or will your copter fit in this alley?"
"Fallow me."
We made are way out the back alley; a small grass field was actually there. She tossed her capsule down and after the explosion sat her Jet Copter. She hopped in the driver side and motioned for me to fallow her. I did so, and no sooner had I shut the door, did she take off, knocking me back a little in my seat.
Shortly we saw the city pass from are view and we found are selves flying over open country. There was a fairly comfortable silence, but Videl chose to break it.
"Why do you live so far out Gohan?"
"Well, actually, because of my dad." I said, the last word almost choked out, but I caught it
"Oh, he didn't like the city?"
"You could say that. He was raised in the middle of nowhere as well, and felt it the best way to live."
"Oh, makes sense I guess."
I didn't answer, just looked out the window
"Gohan?"
I didn't notice her call my name; she said it a little louder.
"Gohan!?"
This time it snapped me from my thoughts
"Oh, sorry Videl, I was just thinking."
She gave me a look of puzzlement and returned her focus to piloting. I was glad she didn't further pursue what I was thinking about. I looked at the clock on the dashboard, 8:30. It would be at least ten before we reach the house.
Remainder of the time we spent with light chitchat, getting to know each other a little. I was quite impressed to learn she had one the junior martial arts tournament when she was seven. We talked a lot about are fighting backgrounds. I felt bad not being able to tell her the full truth, but I just don't want her to freak out one day. Maybe if she proves I can trust her, then I might be able to tell her one-day.
Before we knew it, we had reached my house. We landed a little abruptly, but fine nonetheless. Exiting the jet, we made are way to the house. Videl paused a little to look around.
"Its wonderful out here Gohan." She said, a little awe struck. Guess she doesn't get out of the city much
"Yeah the scenery is actually quite beautiful." I said, looking at her. I almost blushed at the connotation of what I had said. How rather unlike me
"Well, want to come on? I have to change into my GI anyway."
"Sure, ok."
We both walked inside, I showed her around the first floor a little. She chose the living room to sit in while I ran upstairs to change. I found my nave GI with the red sash and through it on. I returned the chain to my dresser, and walked downstairs.
I stopped in the doorway. I watched her for a second, as she examined the pictures on the table. It looked as though she was holding the one of mom, dad and me. The one with me wearing the dragon ball hat and sitting on dads shoulder. I looked at the ground slightl in memory of the picture. She surprised me when she spoke.
"Is this your mom and dad?"
"Yeah . . ."
"If I'm not mistaken, that is Son Goku."
"Yes, he was . . ."
"Was?" she asked quizzically
"He died when I was eleven." I'm sure the pain was evident in my voice.
"I'm sorry Gohan, I didn't mean too . . ."
"No, don't be sorry. You didn't do anything wrong." I said, smiling best I could
She still looked a little guilty, but spoke anyway
"Your father was the youngest world champion ever, and one of the greatest martial artists the world has ever seen. You must be proud."
"More than you know . . ." I said, with a mix of pride and pain
"I find it hard to believe he used those tricks as my father calls them."
"I can assure you my father used no tricks." I said with a little pride
"I'm sure he didn't." She said, genuinely
"Where is your mom?"
"She took my brother for the day, so not to disturb are training."
"You have a brother?" she said, somewhat amused
"Yeah, he's quite the handful. Were lucky mom took him, or we would never get to train.
"That was nice of her."
"Is this a picture of him?"
I looked down at the picture of Goten and me at my birthday party. He was sitting on my shoulders, using my hair as reigns."
"He looks a lot like your dad."
"You have no idea . . ." I said sadly. She picked up on it, thankfully, and changed the subject
"Yeah. So, you want to go out now? I can't wait to beat you Gohan"
"Sure."
We both stepped out the front door heading into the grass to the left. She took a stance, as did eye. With a flash she lunged at me.
A/N: Well, it's done I guess, and only 9 minutes left before I get to go home from work so ill proof read it tomorrow ;). It seems slightly short, and again I apologize. Next chapter should be a big one. A lot is going to happen next chapter.
Oh, there is one thing I want to address. I don't want to see any more reviews concerning my spelling of the word 'Sajin.' I am well aware of the many ways to spell it. That's the one I like, that's the one I chose to use.
Chapter 5
I hit the button on the alarm, silencing its disturbing tone. I groaned as I pulled my self from the comfort of my bed. I looked at the time, it read 7:02, and I don't have to be at the school till eight, plenty of time.
Walked into the bathroom, grabbing a towel from the closet on my way there. I threw it down on the hamper, and took a look in the mirror. A semi frown greeted me once more. Sighing I headed into the shower, turning it on. The dream had come once more, only once this time, but it had seemed more . . . realistic this time. Making the water as hot as I could stand, I let it poor down over me.
Resting my head on the wall, I sighed. I grabbed the soap, and tried in vein again to wash the dream off of me. I failed as usual. I tossed the soap down, once again letting the water soak over me. After I finished rinsing off, I turned the water off and stepped out of the shower. I grabbed the towel, and after securing it around my waste, traveled the short distance back to my room, grabbing a second towel from the closet on the way.
I sat in a char, turning it to face out the window. I let my mind go blank while I dried my self off. Before I knew it, most of the water had for the most part, evaporated. I pulled my self out of my neutral state, and looked at the clock, shit, 7:30, got to get going.
I stood, casting the towels aside. I pulled my standard boxers on, fallowed by a pair of black jeans. I put some white socks and some black sneakers. Lastly I put a black semi turtle neck shirt on. I looked in the mirror. Oh yeah . . . I grabbed the chain from its spot on the dresser.
I clipped it around my neck. I was about to head out of the room, but I noticed my self in the mirror. Oops. . . for got about my hair. I made a half assed attempt at taming it. Giving up I went downstairs. Strange, mom and Goten were nowhere to be found; yet breakfast was clearly laid out on the table. I noticed a note under a fork.
"Gohan, I figured you wouldn't want Goten around bothering you and your 'friend', so I took him to CC for the day. If you need anything, you know where to find us. Oh yeah, before I forget, there's a capsule with lunch in the fridge for you. There should be plenty for you and Videl. Have fun honey, and mind you manners. She is a guest in our house, but I don't think I need to remind you of that.
Love, Mom"
I smiled half-heartedly at the note. Setting it down, I sat down at the table. Eating my fill, I placed the remainder of the dishes in the sink. I didn't have time so I just used a little speed to wash them. Once the last was done, I dried my hands and ran out the door.
I leapt into the sky, tearing off in the direction of the school. I let the wind rip over me as I flew faster than I had in years. Don't want to be late. Besides, I'm sure Videl is there by now, just waiting to scowl at me for not being prompt.
I saw the city come into view and I slowed a bit. I flew over the many blocks, not intending to stop till I found my destination, but something caught my eye. It looked like the cops had a bank surrounded. Several masked men were standing out side, 2 of which held guns and hostages in there arms. I was about to intervene, but a certain sight caught my eye. So I just floated out of view from the crowd.
The sight had been that of a small figure with black hair and unmistakable pigtails slinking across the bank roof. She neared the edge, peaking her head over the edge to survey the scene. I would have liked to help, but I can tell she's the kind that won't need or like it.
I flew a little closer, though still out of view. It looked as though she was about to make her move. She leaped down, silently taking out the man in the back. Luckily, no one in the crowd said anything. Again, she disabled the next one up without a sound. Then with two kicks, the riflemen were down. By now she had been discovered.
One rather large oaf charged her, instantly regretting it as she jumped and kneed, probably breaking his nose. He fell back wards in a cry of pain. There were two left now, one stayed back while the other pulled the gun at her. Right when he fired, she ducked and ran under him, crashing into his midsection. The remainder of the two took off down the alley. Well, after all that, it be a shame if one got away right? I moved in a flash.
The man screamed and fell backwards as he ran into my front. He just looked at me as I picked him up by his color. It was then that Videl came shooting around the corner. I dropped him when she saw me. She didn't look happy.
"Why did you do that for Gohan?" She said, glaring at me
"Your welcome" I said, a little insulted actually
She shook her head at me
"Thanks Gohan, but I don't need your help." In an angry yet apologetic tone I didn't think possible to produce
"Ok, I just didn't want one to get away after all you just did."
"You were watching me?"
"Yeah, you did great actually"
"Thanks I guess, but its nothing really, happens all the time."
"Oh, you do this kind of thing often?" I said, a little playfully
"Yeah, I'm Videl Satan, town hero." She said with a smile. She should smile more often
"Well miss hero, would you like to go train now, or would you like to find some more helpless criminals to pummel?" I said sarcastically
"No, I think I will just pummel you Gohan." She said confidently
I walked right up to her bending down a little to look her in the eye.
"Give it your best shot" By the look on her face, I could tell I had pissed her pride off
"Ok, I most certainly will, as soon as we get to this house of yours."
"Alright then, shall we find a nice open spot to take off from, or will your copter fit in this alley?"
"Fallow me."
We made are way out the back alley; a small grass field was actually there. She tossed her capsule down and after the explosion sat her Jet Copter. She hopped in the driver side and motioned for me to fallow her. I did so, and no sooner had I shut the door, did she take off, knocking me back a little in my seat.
Shortly we saw the city pass from are view and we found are selves flying over open country. There was a fairly comfortable silence, but Videl chose to break it.
"Why do you live so far out Gohan?"
"Well, actually, because of my dad." I said, the last word almost choked out, but I caught it
"Oh, he didn't like the city?"
"You could say that. He was raised in the middle of nowhere as well, and felt it the best way to live."
"Oh, makes sense I guess."
I didn't answer, just looked out the window
"Gohan?"
I didn't notice her call my name; she said it a little louder.
"Gohan!?"
This time it snapped me from my thoughts
"Oh, sorry Videl, I was just thinking."
She gave me a look of puzzlement and returned her focus to piloting. I was glad she didn't further pursue what I was thinking about. I looked at the clock on the dashboard, 8:30. It would be at least ten before we reach the house.
Remainder of the time we spent with light chitchat, getting to know each other a little. I was quite impressed to learn she had one the junior martial arts tournament when she was seven. We talked a lot about are fighting backgrounds. I felt bad not being able to tell her the full truth, but I just don't want her to freak out one day. Maybe if she proves I can trust her, then I might be able to tell her one-day.
Before we knew it, we had reached my house. We landed a little abruptly, but fine nonetheless. Exiting the jet, we made are way to the house. Videl paused a little to look around.
"Its wonderful out here Gohan." She said, a little awe struck. Guess she doesn't get out of the city much
"Yeah the scenery is actually quite beautiful." I said, looking at her. I almost blushed at the connotation of what I had said. How rather unlike me
"Well, want to come on? I have to change into my GI anyway."
"Sure, ok."
We both walked inside, I showed her around the first floor a little. She chose the living room to sit in while I ran upstairs to change. I found my nave GI with the red sash and through it on. I returned the chain to my dresser, and walked downstairs.
I stopped in the doorway. I watched her for a second, as she examined the pictures on the table. It looked as though she was holding the one of mom, dad and me. The one with me wearing the dragon ball hat and sitting on dads shoulder. I looked at the ground slightl in memory of the picture. She surprised me when she spoke.
"Is this your mom and dad?"
"Yeah . . ."
"If I'm not mistaken, that is Son Goku."
"Yes, he was . . ."
"Was?" she asked quizzically
"He died when I was eleven." I'm sure the pain was evident in my voice.
"I'm sorry Gohan, I didn't mean too . . ."
"No, don't be sorry. You didn't do anything wrong." I said, smiling best I could
She still looked a little guilty, but spoke anyway
"Your father was the youngest world champion ever, and one of the greatest martial artists the world has ever seen. You must be proud."
"More than you know . . ." I said, with a mix of pride and pain
"I find it hard to believe he used those tricks as my father calls them."
"I can assure you my father used no tricks." I said with a little pride
"I'm sure he didn't." She said, genuinely
"Where is your mom?"
"She took my brother for the day, so not to disturb are training."
"You have a brother?" she said, somewhat amused
"Yeah, he's quite the handful. Were lucky mom took him, or we would never get to train.
"That was nice of her."
"Is this a picture of him?"
I looked down at the picture of Goten and me at my birthday party. He was sitting on my shoulders, using my hair as reigns."
"He looks a lot like your dad."
"You have no idea . . ." I said sadly. She picked up on it, thankfully, and changed the subject
"Yeah. So, you want to go out now? I can't wait to beat you Gohan"
"Sure."
We both stepped out the front door heading into the grass to the left. She took a stance, as did eye. With a flash she lunged at me.
A/N: Well, it's done I guess, and only 9 minutes left before I get to go home from work so ill proof read it tomorrow ;). It seems slightly short, and again I apologize. Next chapter should be a big one. A lot is going to happen next chapter.