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Chapter 2: The Setup Phase 1
Bulma took a deep breath and let it out slowly. She walked down the stairs and looked around the house. No one was apparently home at the moment. And she was sure she knew exactly where Vegeta was. At the thought of his name she felt herself falter for a second. "That jerk. I should get used to him acting this way, but Yamcha? I trusted him." She mumbled as she raided the cabinet for her secret stash of chocolate.
"Talking to your only friend?"
She jumped at the sarcastic voice, but didn't look towards the door. "Well, taking a break from the Super Saiyan marathon?" she jibed, knowing that it was one of the few sore points the man had.
He humphed
and began to raid the fridge. "Didn't feel much like training today." He
smirked as she turned worried eyes on him. Yeah,
she couldn't hide the fact that she did care about him somewhat. This ought to
be a first step into spending some quality time.
"What? Didn't feel like it? Is something wrong? Are you sick or something?" despite her anger, she couldn't help but feel concerned about him. For Vegeta to say he didn't feel like training was like the sun not coming up in the morning. It just wasn't natural.
"I've just come to a barrier I can't seem to get past. Maybe I just need a break for awhile. Relax and figure out my next move." He piled the table full of last nights leftovers and began to eat with a thoughtful look on his face. "Any suggestions?"
Bulma had
to sit. "You want my opinion?" she asked suspiciously. 'That's right girlie. Just let him think he's got you confused and
hanging on his every word. Stroke that ego and play along with him.'
"That's what I said wasn't it?" he growled. The thought of asking the woman her opinion on something was rather comical. Most of the time she volunteered it whether anyone asked or not. This really should knock her off her feet.
She sat for a minute as if in contemplation before smiling brightly. "I know! You need to have some fun. Get out of this rut your in with your training. You really could lighten up you know."
He eyed her over his chicken leg. "Fun?"
"Sure, I could take you to lots of fun places and introduce you to people. Maybe we could even find you a girlfriend." 'Ha! That ought to get him.'
His eyes widened slightly. 'Oh Kami! Is it really worth this? Of course when I win, I get rid of that stupid human, plus a little fun with the woman. She does have a terrific body and a pretty face when she's not babbling.' "I have no interest in meeting any of your silly dimwitted females."
"Oh. Gosh Vegeta, I didn't realize you didn't like girls. Guess that explains a lot." She feigned innocently.
He almost choked on his rice. "What! Are you accusing me of being gay? Why you idiot! I only meant that the women of this planet are below my standards." He growled, leaning over the table at her.
"Ok, ok. Sorry! Geez, you don't have to get all bent out of shape."
"Humph. Why if I ever graced a woman with my body, she'd be ruined for life. No other man would ever be enough." He said haughtily.
'Man, what an ego!' "Really." She stated flatly.
"Wanna find out?" he smirked.
'Not wasting any time are we?' "I already have a boyfriend."
"That pathetic excuse of a man? Do you actually think he's faithful to you?"
"Of course! Why wouldn't he be? I mean, I'm smart and beautiful and rich." Despite her best try, insecurity edged itself in her voice. Yeah she knew Yamcha was cheating on her, but it still hurt to hear it from someone out loud.
"Well, if you want to turn a blind
eye." He sneered, a little disgusted at her seeming wish to stay oblivious to
the facts.
She frowned. "My personal life is none of your business. Now if you really want me to take you around and show you how to have some fun, I'll help. But if your just gonna sit there and insult me then…"
"Fine. You can entertain me woman. But no other females! If I'm going to have to suffer the company of someone on this mud ball I guess you'll do." He grumbled. I can't believe she was so quick to want to pawn me off on another woman. Hmm. No. she probably just didn't want to seem to obvious about wanting me. He smirked. Then a thought hit him. "And don't go inviting that pathetic human mate of yours along."
"What ever. But just know that he comes first, so if he calls and makes a date, then you go on the backburner." He he. About time you find out what its like not to be the center of the universe.
"Humph."
"Ok then.
Go put on a swimsuit while I get ready. First stop will be the beach." She
chirped. Yeah, you'll just love all that
family fun in the sun, he he.
Vegeta had to catch himself as his face started to twist at the mention of her destination. Nodding, he watched her flounce from the room. Now. How to keep that idiot from contacting her? He looked around at the phone and grinned evilly.
Bulma was picking out the skimpiest bikini she had when a small explosion reached her ears. Wonder what he did? No matter. After seeing me in this, he'll do good to chew his food. She dressed in a pair of cut off jeans and a tank over her suit, then headed downstairs, beach bag in hand.
He was waiting. Dressed in a pair of tight baby blue trunks and a white button up shirt, he hadn't bothered to button. Arms crossed over his tanned muscular chest, he watched her descend the stairs.
She had to force a smile and tare her eyes off him. Damn, why does he have to look so good? Bad thoughts, bad thoughts. He's mean and only out for himself. Remember that! I hope I can have that effect on him. Uhgh! "Ready?"
He smirked. She had recovered quickly, but he had seen the look. She would be putty in his hands before the end of the day. "Let the fun commence."
Ok. I know this was pretty lame. But, well, my cat got hit by a car this weekend and I just haven't felt very funny. Promise the next chapter will be better. Will try to get it out before this weekend. Please r&r, and easy on the flames, like I said, I know it was lame. And yes Veg is ooc, he's trying to be! You know, turning on what he thinks is the charm so he can win the bet.
