Disclaimer: I don't own DBZ or any of it's characters. I'm just turning them into mythical creatures and tormenting them for a while.

Chibi Tenchi, shame on you! Grounded! So am I. Oh well, parents can be such a pain. I'm glad you love the story, makes me feel so warm and toasty inside. Lol. I'm making a list....*breaks into a song* checking it twice...Oops! That list is all the unanswered questions that need answered. You will learn who wished the moon back and why, who the talking frog is and his purpose, how exactly does Kalla work in this story, and the number one question, why doesn't DBZ movies fit in with the sagas? Well, maybe not the last one, but there's more on that list than I care to write. This story was supposed to be short. Yeah, that really worked out. Chapter 24 and over 120 reviews! *Hugs reviewers* Remember to Review! Constructive criticism is welcome, encouragement is asked for, flames are mocked. Don't make me do one of those step-by-step instruction lists. Lol.

I just finished scanning and coloring a pic of a man-wolf Vegeta. Oh boy did it turn out weird. I'm still doing the background. But you can see the Trunks I did on my author page. He looks kinda like Juannigou. But if you look at them they kinda look like each other in the anime.

Lunar Eclipse

Chapter 24: Spells and New Moons

Nick had been the first to wake. Having done that before had had known to reserve some of his energy. He mentally slapped himself for not remembering to tell the others to do the same. He had spent most of the day pacing through Capsule Corp. deciding what the best course of action would be. He had decided to meditate on it for a while.

So there he sat on the ground, in the middle of the hallway, seemingly sleeping. He sighed and decided that meditation had for the first time failed him. He opened his eyes and screamed out in surprise as a pair of ugly green eyes were staring into his own. The owner of the eyes replied with its own high pitched squeal as it too was startled. It backed up and off of the edge of the steps. Oomph! Nick stood and looked down the steps to see Pip falling down the stairs. Nick couldn't help but laugh at the look on the little faye's face. He walked down the steps and helped the little guy up.

"Sorry Sirs, didn't mean to startles yous. Mes just wanted to make sures you weres okays."

"I'm fine, I was just trying to figure out some things."

"What's bothering the great master?" Pip asked, concern and wonderment lacing his voice. He practically worshipped Nick, and the fact that something could bother this great being was beyond him.

"Many things. My brother's sudden insanity, his interest in Kalla, who and why the moon was wished back, how are we going to stop my brother, when are Bulma and Vegeta going to finally get together, and....Speaking of those two, I wonder if they're up yet. Hmmm.... I did see Vegeta, training like usual, but no Bulma. Maybe I should go check on her." He walked down the hall, making several turns in the maze-like structure, Pip right beside him.

"Mes not know all the answers, but Ladys Kalla wished the moon back." Nick stopped and looked at the ugly little nymph.

"How? Why?" Pip looked a little nervous.

"She told mes not to tell anyones, buts yous are the one she did its for. And shes did it with magic."

"Why'd she do it?"

"She said its makes all were-beings strongers, she said it makes yous even strongers. Mes don't knows why." Nick pondered that for a minute. If the moon made him stronger, then wouldn't it make Lupine stronger too? They were of the same blood, no matter how much he tried to deny it. Did Kalla know something that he didn't? Most likely. He sighed and headed back down the hall. The pair was walking the rest of the way in silence.

Nick walked into the infirmary, not really expecting anyone. A couple of doctors and nurses were milling around. He walked down a quiet hall, the hall that Bulma's room resided. He quietly turned the knob and opened the door as slowly and quietly as possible. No need to wake her if she was still asleep. He stopped dead in his tracks and his eyes became the size of saucers. The scene before him both upset and pleased him. Finally! Bulma and Vegeta were both asleep, Bulma cuddling against the naked Saiyan prince, a content smile on her face. Maybe now Vegeta would quit giving him so much grief. Then again, he might just give him more. Either way, a part of him grieved over the loss.

Pip poked his head in and was about to say something, what he was about to say was muffled as Nick's hand went over his mouth. He dragged the elf down the hall, slightly peeved at him. Way he felt he was a safe enough distance away from the room he stopped and faced the offending faye.

"Can you say 'Instant Death"? No. Wait. How about 'slow torturous death? That's more Vegeta's style."

"Sorrys, I....Whys were they naky?" Nick shifted nervously. Going over the birds and bees with Pip didn't exactly appeal to him right now.

"Ummmm.....They must have been fighting and ummm.....blew each others clothes off. Yeah, that's what they did." Pip looked at him skeptically, as if he didn't believe him. But he didn't dare question his superior. Nick headed out. The further away he was from this area the better. If those two walked out and found him there the situation would be very awkward and possibly dangerous for him.

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Kalla rushed out of the measuring room and down towards the dungeons. She had to find Ranunculus in the maze called the laboratory. She ran into the room, call the old magicians name, being careful to hold up the hem of her dress so not to trip on it. Falling on one of these concoctions on the shelves could be hazardous to ones health. A reply was heard and she ran towards the voice. An old man appeared in front of her, causing her to come to a screeching halt. He looked to be in his late sixties, wrinkly skinned covered his body, his midnight blue robes were impecably clean and tidy, his silver beard reached down past his knees, and his eyes held intelligence.

"What is it dear? Why the rush and worry?" She took in a deep breath, preparing herself and gathering her fluttering thoughts.

"I want to give Lupine a gift for his birthday." The old man looked at her expectantly.

"Well, I can't read minds you know."

"I want to make him more dragonets. As you probably have noticed there are very few, say one, left. Iwasthinkingthatitwouldbeanicegiftbecauseeveryone*breath*knowshowmuchhelikesthelittlebeasts. And I was wondering...If you'd help me create them. I'm sure with your expert knowledge you'd be able to do it yourself, but I want a hand in it." He took a moment to take in this information and nodded.

"I'll help you. We do need some toad's wart, but I have everything else. Why don't you go get me some? Dianthus should have some. Now where'd I put that book?" The old man hurriedly searched for the book. She winced, going to face her worst, okay, second worst enemy wasn't appealing. But... It would help Nick and possibly help in Lupine's demise. With that thought in hand, Kalla rushed off for the kitchen, hop-skipping down the hall. She had to climb four flights of steps to get to the kitchen. She dodged several elves carrying various goodies to room. She nearly collided with the one person she needed to see. Over six foot tall, muscled like a Saiyan, straggly long brown hair, dirty brown eyes, smelling like a bull, and having a temperament of one Dianthus snorted at her in disgust.

"What are YOU doing here?"

"Ranunculus needs toad's wart." She tried to keep as much emotion as possible out of her voice. She didn't need to get into a fight with her now. But she knew at the mention of Ranunculus she wouldn't fight her. Dianthus and him held a certain respect for each other.

"What are you doing with Ranunculus? Nevermind. How much do you need?" Kalla started. How much would she need?

"Give me two bottles." Dianthus disappeared into a closet space and reappeared with two glass bottles the size of gas cans. She mentally cried, thinking of carrying those things down the four flights of very long and steep stairs. If she only remembered to put on her....Ring! She had it! A triumphant smile crossed her face as she took the two large bottles. She imagined the lab room and mumbled a few words, disappearing in front of everybody's eyes. Now if she could only do this to get to Nick. But Lupine's magic prevented it.

She arrived in the lab, Ranunculus stirring liquid in a cauldron. The fire cast an eerie light on him, reminding her of the days when she had practiced magic. The good old days.

"Bring it here. Hurry now." She lugged both over to him and he gave her a questioning look.

"How many are you going to make?"

"Ummm.... A lot. You're a little rusty right? Enough for mistakes. I'd like one too. I think they're adorable." She clasped her hands together and over dramatized. The old wizard sweat dropped, then waved it off and measured the wart out. The liquid changed from irky green to a golden color. Ranunculus started chanting and flames burst up from the liquid. He kept chanting until the flames died down.

"Bring that cart over." He pointed to a cart filled with various sized eggs. She hurriedly walked over and shoved the cart over to him.

"Put the number you want in there. I'll prepare the nest." Nest? She looked at the cart. Oh well. She grabbed eggs, and more and more. Maybe the arrival of many little dragonets would distract him while one sent a message. Soon the whole cart was empty and the cauldron full. The old wizard's eyes bulged as he saw the over filled pot.

"Really?! He'll be up to his ears in lizards. That will help cut down on losses. Not all will hatch. Take the cauldron off the hook and bring it in here." She thanked kami for her werewolf strength as she lifted the cauldron onto the cart and into the room her had pointed to.

It was huge! Birds of different shapes, sizes, rarity, breed, and color flew above her head. The walls were lined with birdhouses, ledges, and even a flaming bowl. She suspected a phoenix nested there. The floor was covered with tables, which were covered in hay shaped into cones. Some birds were nesting, but most of these nests were open.

Ranunculus walked over and carefully removed a steaming egg from the cauldron. He didn't even flinch as he picked it up. She then noticed the strange colored gloves on his hands.

"Go put on those gloves and help me put these in the nest boxes." She grabbed a pair of gloves on and started placing the eggs in their own little nests.

Ten minutes later she stood against a table resting. She hadn't realized how many eggs she had put in there. And then a couple of dodos had chased her off and they had to relocate the eggs. And the heat! The eggs were emitting their own heat, making it almost unbearable to work in. Already they had thrown a third of the eggs out because they were cold, signifying that they weren't alive. But now they were done and she would be victorious!

"Well we're done here. Come back in two days. They'll be hatching then."

"Two Days! Two Days! Lupine's party is in a week! How am I going to train them in a week?"

"Oh, they're rather easy to train. They bond to their owner. You might have a little trouble giving them to someone. Maybe you should have Lupine come down with you. Give him and early birthday present." Yeah, exactly what I want to do. Grrrr...He'll think I'm warming up to him. She snorted in disgust.

"I'll be back in two days. With Lupine." She stomped up the stairs and out of sight. Now she had to go tell Lupine. She had to actually talk to the creep voluntarily!

What'd ya think of that? No, Kalla's not Lupines girl. Get that feeling in this one? But is she Nick's? Will Kalla's plan succeed? Or is she just waisting her time? And when am I going to finish this zany story?