SUMMARY: Things begin to unravel and are brought to light. But that's all I
can say without spoiling anything, so just go ahead and read!!
WARNING: none
A/N: Remember, this is an A/U fic. Oh yeah, Gohan is only six in this fic. I wanted him younger so I made him younger and I can do that because I'm the author, so there! ::sticks out tongue:: Now, on with the fic!!!!
DISCLAIMER: I don't own dbz or make money off of this. Please don't sue.
BUSTED!!!!
The sun cast beautiful rays of yellows and oranges across the early morning sky as it slowly peaked above the horizon. Vivica stirred as the light shone down on her beautiful face. She sleepily turned over to face her sleeping lover. She slowly opened her eyes and smiled at his peaceful face. She gently stroked his face with her soft hands and began to gently kiss his full lips, until he opened his eyes. He smiled warmly and returned the kiss, pulling her closer to him.
"Goodmorning", she whispered against his mouth.
"Goodmorning", he whispered back after breaking the kiss.
Vivica sighed continently as she snuggled up to her lover until reality hit her. She sat up abruptly and looked at the clock by the nightstand. 8:47am!!!!
"Oh shoot!! I can't believe I over slept!!," she exclaimed as she jumped out of bed and ran into the bathroom.
"What!?", Goku questioned, somewhat confused by her sudden actions.
"I have to be at work in ten minutes, that's what!! I should've been up over an hour ago!!!!", she exclaimed over the roar of the shower.
She stepped out of the shower and ran back into the bedroom as she dried herself off. She dropped her towel and began looking for clothes to wear. Goku watched her naked body move in almost a blur as she moved across the room trying to do everything at once; brushing her hair, putting on clothes and trying to apply make-up. She surprised him when she actually completed her multi-tasks in a matter of two minutes. She wore a red pantsuit that tailored to her hourglass figure. The pants hugged her from waist to ankle. She wore a satin red blouse with the first two buttons unbuttoned and the very last button unbuttoned. She left the blouse untucked and put on a red blazer that was a little longer than the blouse. She only buttoned the center button of the three on the jacket and laid the collar of the blouse on the collar of the jacket. She completed the look with a pair of three inch, red stiletto heels that had a thin buckle strap around the ankles. She looked great, as always. She always made sure she looked fabulous no matter where she was going. She and Bulma had an unspoken competition between them, with one trying to outdo the other; never wanting to be showed up by the other.
Goku began to whistle and do cat calls playfully as he sat under the covers watching her. She smiled as she leaned her head to the side, putting on her earrings.
"Like what you see", she responded.
"You know I do", he purred back and moved from the bed to behind her and put his arms around her waist and began to kiss her neck. She could feel his growing erection began to press against the small of her back, since he was still naked. She smiled and turned around placing her hands on his chest and gently pushed him away.
"Down boy. We'll have to finish this later. I really have to get to work. Sorry I don't have time to get you breakfast but Bulma's going to kill me if I'm late!", she said as she pushed past him to grab her purse and car keys.
"Hey!", she said as she began to walk out the bedroom and down the stairs, Goku following close behind, "Why don't we do lunch?! We could go to the mall to do a little shopping then grab a bite to eat!"
"Sounds good to me", Goku responded as he opened the front door for her, still in the buff.
"OK. I'll be back here at noon, so be ready", she said as she smiled and kissed him.
"I will be. Bye."
"Bye sweetie."
She hoped in her black convertible and pulled off. Goku watched her drive off then shut the door. He headed to the kitchen to grab something to eat before heading out to get Gohan for their training.
Chichi was busy in the kitchen fixing breakfast for Gohan, but made sure there was enough for Goku if he wanted breakfast as well. While the food was going, she decided to call Capsule Corp. to speak to Bulma. It was about five minutes to nine and she hoped to catch Bulma before she went to work. Chichi held the phone to her ear and drummed her fingers, patiently waiting for someone to answer.
"Hello," Bulma's mother's voice sang happily on the other end.
"Hello Mrs. Briefs, this is Chichi."
"Hello Chichi, how are you?!"
"Fine thanks. Listen, did Bulma leave for work already? I really need to speak to her."
"Oh, I'm afraid you just missed her. Is there anything I can help you with dear?"
"No, but thanks. I guess I'll just wait for her to get off of work."
"Well, why don't you just talk to her at work?"
"Oh I don't think I should disturb her at work."
"Why not? She's the president. What? Do you think she's going to get fired?!", Mrs. Briefs said as she laughed merrily.
"Well, I guess you're right", Chichi said with a smile.
"Just hang on a sec and I'll connect you to her secretary. Now don't hang up!"
Suddenly Mrs. Briefs cheery voice was replaced with barely audible 'elevator music'.
Chichi waited patiently as she silently hoped that Bulma hadn't said anything to Goku. Suddenly a woman's voice came on the other line, startling Chichi out of her thoughts.
"Good morning, Capsule Corp. May I help you?"
"Yes, this is Chichi. I need to speak with Bulma."
"Just a moment." Chichi was once again listening to soft 'elevator music'
The secretary buzzed the phone Bulma's in office.
"Yes Janice", Bulma said as she pressed the intercom button on her phone.
"A Ms. Chichi is on line two for you."
"Put her through."
"Yes ma'am"
Bulma's voice suddenly came on the line.
"Hey Chi, what's up?"
"Sorry to call you at work, but I just need to ask you not to say anything to Goku about what we talked about yesterday. I think he would be pretty upset. You no how private he is", Chichi explained as she nervously twisted the phone cord around with her fingers.
"Oh, don't worry. I won't mention anything to him. So, did he come back last night?"
"Yeah, he did." Bulma could hear the smile on Chichi's face.
"I knew that he would!" Bulma exclaimed happily.
"But he didn't stay."
"What! Why not?!"
"He said that he needed space and some time to think about things", Chichi said in a sad low tone.
"Oh Chichi, I'm sorry. But I'm sure he'll be back to stay. He loves you, you know."
"I know. I just wish that this would all go away! I miss him so much Bulma", she whispered in a shaky voice as she wiped tears from her eyes. Bulma felt tears sting her eyes listening to her friends heartache and soft sniffles. She could tell she was crying.
"Chichi", she said softly, "please don't cry. I know it hurts but you have to be strong, for yourself and for Gohan. Goku will come back, just give him a little time. You'll see", she said trying to reassure her. "Tell you what, why don't you and I go shopping this afternoon and have lunch. Shopping is the medicine for heartache! Trust me! I must have bought every item in every store at the mall while I was with Yamcha. Believe me, it helps!", she said with a laugh.
Chichi couldn't help but smile.
"Sure. Thanks Bulma. You've been a real friend through all of this. First talking sense into me and then taking Goku in during all of this; and I'm especially grateful that. I'd be so worried about him if I didn't know where he was sleeping at night...", Chichi said in a rush.
"Wooh! Chichi, slow down. Why are you thanking me for taking Goku in he...," she was cut off by Chichi.
"Because I know that you and Vegeta, especially being newlyweds, want time alone. I'm sorry we're becoming a burden on you and...," this time Chichi was cut off.
"Chichi, Goku isn't staying with me and Vegeta."
"What!"
"No. I haven't seen him since the company picnic. What made you think that he was at my house?"
"HE made me think that! He told me that he asked you if he could stay so he could train with Vegeta and how he didn't mention anything about us being separated!!", Chichi exclaimed as she jumped out of her seat in shock.
"I don't know why he would say that but it's not true Chichi. I don't know where he's been sleeping."
"Why would he lie to me about where he's been?! Why wouldn't he want me to know?! It's not like Goku to lie! I don't understand any of this!"
"Calm down Chichi. I'm sure that there's a reasonable explanation for this. Goku is the most honest person I know. If he didn't tell you where he's been, then I'm sure there's a good reason why. Maybe it's because he doesn't want to worry you. You know he was raised in the woods, so it wouldn't surprise me if that's where he's been", Bulma said trying to come up with some excuse in his defense. Refusing to let the obvious thought creep into her or Chichi's mind.
"I'm sure you're right, but now I feel even worse. He shouldn't have to sleep outside when he has a warm house to stay in. What if he gets sick or hurt or...."
"Chichi calm down. Goku's a big boy. He can take care of himself. Besides, what could possibly hurt Goku?"
"You're right."
"Of course I am! Now, I'll leave here around 11:45 so I can be at your house by noon. Sound good?"
"Yeah, I'll be ready. I'll just ask my dad to come by and watch Gohan while we're out."
"Sounds like a plan! See ya in bit."
"OK. Bye!"
Chichi hung up the phone as Gohan came downstairs to the table.
"Good morning sweetie", she said as she kissed his chubby cheek.
"Good morning mommy. I'm hungry!!", he exclaimed with the happiness only a six year old could have.
"You're always hungry", she replied as she ruffled his hair.
She brought his plate to the table and watched as he began to chow down. She smiled thinking about how much he reminded her of his father. She stroked his hair thoughtfully and smiled warmly when he looked up at her. He smiled back at her as he continued to eat. Just then the kitchen door opened and Goku peaked inside.
"Daddy!!!", Gohan exclaimed jumping out of his chair and running to his father, fork still in hand.
"Hey!!", Goku replied as hey picked up his little boy in his strong arms.
Chichi smiled at the two of them and then spoke.
"Good morning Goku", she said in an almost shy voice.
"Good morning Chichi", he replied with equal shyness.
They looked in each others eyes for a long moment before Chichi spoke again.
"Gohan, you better finish your breakfast before you leave. I don't want you to burn out during your training. Goku, would you like some breakfast?"
"Thanks, but I already had breakfast."
"I'm finished to mommy. I'm ready to go train!!!", Gohan exclaimed excitedly as his father still held him.
"OK, OK. Just be careful you two. Oh and one more thing, I'll have my dad watch Gohan this afternoon. I'm going out with Bulma for the afternoon and I wasn't sure if you had plans or not Goku, that's why I was asking my father. Is that OK with you?"
"Yeah, sure. I kinda had something to do this afternoon anyway. But I'll be back after lunch to get Gohan again so we can get some more training done."
"All right. So, I guess I'll see you guys later. And be good for your grandpa Gohan", Chichi said as she pried the fork from Gohan's grasps. "There's leftovers in the fridge you can have for lunch"
"OK mommy. I'll be good. Bye!"
"Bye Chi."
And with that said they flew off to meet Piccolo for an intense morning of training. Chichi cleared away the breakfast dishes as she spoke to her father on the phone, asking him to keep an eye on Gohan while she was out. Of course the Ox King happily agreed and Chichi hung up the phone, making her way upstairs to get showered and dressed for the day.
Vivica pulled into Capsule Corp.'s main office parking lot at exactly 8:58am.
She was grateful that she didn't run into a cop because she was doing at least sixty on the thirty-five roads. She hated being late but if she really hurried, she could clock in by 9:00.
She grabbed her purse and shut off the engine, dashing into the building and onto the elevator. She repeatedly pressed the button for the fourth floor as if it would make the elevator move any faster.
"Come on!", she said as she continued pressing the button until finally the doors closed and she could feel herself being lifted and heard the hum of the elevator cables.
She glanced at her watch. 8:59. Finally the doors opened and she quickly dashed to the break room where all employees had to clock in. She quickly grabbed her time card and stuck it in the machine. The machine punched the time on the card. She took the card out and it read 8:59. The clock on the machine itself now read 9:00. She had just made it by a matter of three seconds.
"Phew! That was close!", she exclaimed as she headed for her office, which was located directly across from Bulma's.
"Good morning Janice", she greeted as she walked past the elderly woman.
"Good morning Ms. Stewart", she replied with a smile.
Vivica made her way into her office and shut the door. She sat behind her desk and began to dive into the huge amount of paperwork that was piled on it. About two hours later Viv was about halfway finished with her paperwork and decided to grab a cup of coffee in the breakroom. She was going to ask Bulma if it was all right if she left for lunch a little early. She didn't want to be late picking up Goku. Of course she wasn't going to tell Bulma that!
She couldn't help but smile to herself as she mindlessly stirred her coffee. Thinking of Goku always brought a smile to her face. She could feel her heart skip a beat when she thought about the many ways they had made love over the past few days. She just knew that they were meant to be together! She had it all planned out; Goku would leave his wife and marry her so that they could start their own family. Of course she wouldn't really mind Goku seeing his son, so as long as his soon to be ex-wife stayed at a distance.
As a matter of fact, his son could live with them. Any woman that could drive her husband away, couldn't be that great of a mother. She would have to mention this to Goku. Yes! Things would be perfect between them; she, Goku and his son. Who knows, maybe she and Goku could have a baby of their own! Oh how exciting that would be!! Vivca absently rubbed her flat stomach as this thought passed through her mind. They would be a perfect little family. She couldn't wait to get started!
Just then Bulma walked into the room, needing a caffeine fix herself. She immediately saw Vivica and approached her.
"Hey Viv!", she said in a cheery voice.
Vivca didn't respond. She was still wrapped up in her thoughts about Goku.
"Hello! Earth to Vivica," Bulma said as she waved her hands in front of Viv's face.
This abruptly snapped Viv out of her daydream.
"Huh? Oh! Hi Bulma. I guess I didn't notice you. Sorry about that," she replied and took a sip of her coffee.
"I guess not. What's got you in lala land? Or should I say WHO?", Bulma said in a teasing voice with a big smile on her face.
"Why Bulma, I have no idea what you're talking about", Viv responded in a fake, innocent voice with a smile that matched Bulma's.
"Oh, come on Viv! Who is he?!"
"Oh no you don't. That's for me to."
"Ahh! Mystery man!
Vivica just smiled as she took another sip of her coffee. Bulma decided that she would pester it out of her later. Right now she needed to get ready to go and get Chichi.
"Anyway," Viv began as she changed the subject, "I was wondering if I could take an early lunch. I have some plans for this afternoon and it's going to take a little longer for me to get done."
"This wouldn't have anything thing to do with your secret someone, would it?", Bulma asked with an evil grin.
Vivica stared into her cup and smiled. That was all the answer Bulma needed.
"Of course you can. I'm just glad that you found someone. Especially after the way that Kris bastard treated you."
"Thanks Bulma," Viviva said as they began to walk out of the breakroom.
"Hey, that's what friends are for! Well, I've got my own plans for lunch so I'll see you back here at 1:30 then.
"Sure. See ya!", Viv said as she walked back into her office to get her purse.
She got back on the elevator and pressed the ground level button that led to the parking deck. She hoped into her car and headed home. She couldn't wait to see Goku.
Goku and Gohan had just made it back to their home and Goku greeted the Ox King. Chichi was upstairs getting ready, so she didn't see Goku. He kissed Gohan on the forehead and told him that he would be back around 2:00 to pick him up again. Goku then flew back to Vivica's apartment. Nothing could've prepared him for what was about to go down that afternoon.
Goku let himself in and headed for the fridge. He wanted a 'small' snack before lunch. Once he had finished eating, he flopped on the couch and watched t.v. as he waited for Viv to show up. Ten minutes later, he heard her car pull into the driveway as she blew the horn. He quickly shut the t.v. off and went outside, locking the door behind him. He hopped into the car and she greeted him with a quick kiss on the lips.
"Hi sweetie! Ready?!", she said with a big smile on her face.
"Yeah. let's go!," he replied happily.
Vivica put her black sunglasses on and pulled out onto the road, heading towards the mall.
Bulma drove up next to the Son residence and blew her horn to let Chichi know that she was there. A few seconds later, Chichi emerged from the front door and shocked Bulma with what she was wearing. Chichi let her hair down, which almost reached her waist. She had on a light blue sundress that stopped mid-thigh. The top of the dress had a deep, scoop neck with spaghetti straps. She completed the outfit with 3inch heeled, light blue strappy sandals. She wore a hint of shimmery pale blue eyeshadow, black mascara and a shiny pink lipgloss. She looked absolutely gorgeous!
"Chichi!!", Bulma exclaimed as she got out of her drop top, red mercedes. "You look incredible!!
"Thanks", Chichi replied as she stopped in front of Bulma. "I decided that I ways going to do a complete makeover of, not only my attitude, but my appearance as well. There's no need for me to look like an old maid!"
"I couldn't agree with you more!! Good for you Chichi. You're going to have Goku following you around just to keep other men from looking at you!", Bulma said with a laugh as they climbed into her car. Chichi laughed with her.
"Well I'm still new to this whole glamour thing. I was hoping that you could help me out with what clothes and makeup I should buy today. I only have a few dresses and my make up is pretty old, since I never really used it until now", Chichi explained as they drove along the highway.
"Don't worry Chi! I'm going to take good care of you!!", Bulma said with smile through her sunglasses.
Vivica pulled into the mall parking lot and shut off the engine. She and Goku got out of the car and walk into the mall hand in hand, with their fingers laced together.
"Well, what do you want to do first baby? Eat or shop?", Vivica asked as they strolled along the long halls of the mall.
"We can shop first. I kinda had a small snack before you picked me up", he responded sheepishly, with his hand behind his head.
Vivica knew what a small snack was to him. She just smiled at him and pulled him into a men's clothing store. They were in there for about a half an hour. Goku tried on everything Vivica handed him. Finally he picked several outfits that he really liked. Twelve outfits in all consisting of sweaters, tee shirts, jeans, slacks, khakis, socks. Next the stopped at a men's shoe store where Goku picked out four pair; one pair sneakers, a pair of boots, and two pair of casual shoes. All which matched the clothes she bought him. She loved spoiling him and planned on doing so from now on. Now that they were done with shopping, it was time to eat. She told Goku to put all the bags in the cars so that they wouldn't have to lug it with them in the food court. Goku quickly dashed to the car and back inside to the food court. Vivica had reserved a table and was sitting, waiting for Goku.
Goku spotted her and quickly made his way over to her. When she saw him she stood up and they began to walk around the food court, looking for a restaurant to order from.
Bulma and Chichi parked in the mall parking lot and practically ran inside.
"I hope there is still something good left. You know how ruthless women can be when it comes to a lingerie sale", Bulma exclaimed as she swung the entrance doors open.
"You mean women like you?", Chichi teased.
"Ha ha."
Once inside 'Hidden Treasures Lingerie' store Chichi and Bulma began their search. Bulma found a few pair of sexy thongs with matching lacy bras, that she knew Vegeta would love even though she knew they wouldn't last that long. When he was horny, which was always, he would admire them for a few seconds with a low growl in his throat and then quickly snap them off with his thumbs and ravish her. So Bulma was no stranger to this store. The employees knew her by name. Chichi found a couple of sexy teddy's; one red and one black.
"Goku is going to flip when he sees you in those Chichi!", Bulma exclaimed as Chichi modeled the red teddy in the dressing room mirror.
"You think?", she asked as she smiled, admiring her reflection.
"I know so! That's the thing with Saiyan men. Put on something lacy and provocative, and they'll be eating out of the palm of your hands!"
Chichi got dressed and she and Bulma headed for another store. On the opposite side of the hall way, Chichi thought she saw a man who looked just like Goku rushing out to the parking lot. She dismissed the thought, thinking it was just her imagination playing tricks on her due to the fact that she missed him.
~~What would he be doing at the mall anyway. I need to get a grip.~~
A half an hour and ten shopping bags later, Bulma and Chichi were starving. They made their way to the food court and found a table. They sat their bags down and walked to an Italian restaurant. Chichi ordered lasagna with a salad and Bulma ordered spaghetti with a side salad. They sat down with their food and dug in. It was about halfway through the meal and Bulma and Chichi were talking and eating when Chichi happened to glance to the other side of the food court. She almost dropped her drink at what she saw. Bulma quickly reached for her hand to keep the soda from spilling all over the table.
"Chichi what's wrong?", Bulma asked with concern in her voice. Chichi didn't say a word but keep staring across the court. Bulma followed her line of vision and gasped.
There was Goku sitting dangerously close to a young woman that was seductively feeding him. The woman was looking at Goku so she couldn't see who he was with. Just then the woman turned to sip her soda and Bulma saw her face clearly. She couldn't believe it. Vivica.
~~ So Goku was her mystery man. No wonder she didn't want to tell me who the guy was! That slut has gone to far!!~~
Chichi sat there numb. She couldn't believe what she was seeing. Her husband was cuddling up with another woman. She continued to watch in silence. Vivica was giggling as she now let Goku feed her. They began kissing passionately and a few people sitting around them began to notice also. Bulma looked away and closed her eyes in disgust and disappointment as she let out a heavy sigh. She opened her eyes and looked into Chichi's that were full of unshed tears. Her lower lip trembled slightly as she tried not to cry in front of everyone. She quickly wiped her eyes, gathered her bags, stood up and hastily left the food court. Bulma quickly gathered her things and ran to catch up with Chichi.
"Chichi!....Chichi wait!!", she called after her, but Chichi didn't stop.
Chichi quickly flew the exit doors open and began to sob openly now that they were in the parking lot, but she never stopped walking. She could barely see where she was going being blinded by her own tears. She stepped off of the pavement and right in front of a car. The car threw on its brakes and swerved; just barely missing her. Chichi gasped and stumbled backwards, falling onto her butt. The driver quickly got out of the car to see if she was all right. Bulma saw what happened and finally reached Chichi.
"Oh man!! Are you OK lady?!", the concerned driver asked. Chichi couldn't answer. She just sat there weeping with her hands covering her face; bags thrown everywhere on the ground.
"She's fine. Thanks.", Bulma quickly said as she kneeled beside Chichi. "Could you gather her bags please?"
"Yeah sure", the driver replied as he began gathering her bags.
People began to stop and stare which irritated Bulma thoroughly. She gave them all dirty looks as she helped Chichi up and to the car with the kind man following close behind them. He put the bags in the back seat, along with Bulma's. She thanked him again and he left. She helped the still crying Chichi into the car and then got in herself. Chichi leaned over, placing her head on Bulma's shoulder. Bulma in turn, wrapped an arm around her and let her cry.
A/N: I'm going to stop this chapter here because it's a good place to stop. Wow!! Goku gets busted! The next chapter is called 'Showdown' can you guess why and who it's between!? I'll give you a hint, G/CC fans will love it!!! Review!!!!
WARNING: none
A/N: Remember, this is an A/U fic. Oh yeah, Gohan is only six in this fic. I wanted him younger so I made him younger and I can do that because I'm the author, so there! ::sticks out tongue:: Now, on with the fic!!!!
DISCLAIMER: I don't own dbz or make money off of this. Please don't sue.
BUSTED!!!!
The sun cast beautiful rays of yellows and oranges across the early morning sky as it slowly peaked above the horizon. Vivica stirred as the light shone down on her beautiful face. She sleepily turned over to face her sleeping lover. She slowly opened her eyes and smiled at his peaceful face. She gently stroked his face with her soft hands and began to gently kiss his full lips, until he opened his eyes. He smiled warmly and returned the kiss, pulling her closer to him.
"Goodmorning", she whispered against his mouth.
"Goodmorning", he whispered back after breaking the kiss.
Vivica sighed continently as she snuggled up to her lover until reality hit her. She sat up abruptly and looked at the clock by the nightstand. 8:47am!!!!
"Oh shoot!! I can't believe I over slept!!," she exclaimed as she jumped out of bed and ran into the bathroom.
"What!?", Goku questioned, somewhat confused by her sudden actions.
"I have to be at work in ten minutes, that's what!! I should've been up over an hour ago!!!!", she exclaimed over the roar of the shower.
She stepped out of the shower and ran back into the bedroom as she dried herself off. She dropped her towel and began looking for clothes to wear. Goku watched her naked body move in almost a blur as she moved across the room trying to do everything at once; brushing her hair, putting on clothes and trying to apply make-up. She surprised him when she actually completed her multi-tasks in a matter of two minutes. She wore a red pantsuit that tailored to her hourglass figure. The pants hugged her from waist to ankle. She wore a satin red blouse with the first two buttons unbuttoned and the very last button unbuttoned. She left the blouse untucked and put on a red blazer that was a little longer than the blouse. She only buttoned the center button of the three on the jacket and laid the collar of the blouse on the collar of the jacket. She completed the look with a pair of three inch, red stiletto heels that had a thin buckle strap around the ankles. She looked great, as always. She always made sure she looked fabulous no matter where she was going. She and Bulma had an unspoken competition between them, with one trying to outdo the other; never wanting to be showed up by the other.
Goku began to whistle and do cat calls playfully as he sat under the covers watching her. She smiled as she leaned her head to the side, putting on her earrings.
"Like what you see", she responded.
"You know I do", he purred back and moved from the bed to behind her and put his arms around her waist and began to kiss her neck. She could feel his growing erection began to press against the small of her back, since he was still naked. She smiled and turned around placing her hands on his chest and gently pushed him away.
"Down boy. We'll have to finish this later. I really have to get to work. Sorry I don't have time to get you breakfast but Bulma's going to kill me if I'm late!", she said as she pushed past him to grab her purse and car keys.
"Hey!", she said as she began to walk out the bedroom and down the stairs, Goku following close behind, "Why don't we do lunch?! We could go to the mall to do a little shopping then grab a bite to eat!"
"Sounds good to me", Goku responded as he opened the front door for her, still in the buff.
"OK. I'll be back here at noon, so be ready", she said as she smiled and kissed him.
"I will be. Bye."
"Bye sweetie."
She hoped in her black convertible and pulled off. Goku watched her drive off then shut the door. He headed to the kitchen to grab something to eat before heading out to get Gohan for their training.
Chichi was busy in the kitchen fixing breakfast for Gohan, but made sure there was enough for Goku if he wanted breakfast as well. While the food was going, she decided to call Capsule Corp. to speak to Bulma. It was about five minutes to nine and she hoped to catch Bulma before she went to work. Chichi held the phone to her ear and drummed her fingers, patiently waiting for someone to answer.
"Hello," Bulma's mother's voice sang happily on the other end.
"Hello Mrs. Briefs, this is Chichi."
"Hello Chichi, how are you?!"
"Fine thanks. Listen, did Bulma leave for work already? I really need to speak to her."
"Oh, I'm afraid you just missed her. Is there anything I can help you with dear?"
"No, but thanks. I guess I'll just wait for her to get off of work."
"Well, why don't you just talk to her at work?"
"Oh I don't think I should disturb her at work."
"Why not? She's the president. What? Do you think she's going to get fired?!", Mrs. Briefs said as she laughed merrily.
"Well, I guess you're right", Chichi said with a smile.
"Just hang on a sec and I'll connect you to her secretary. Now don't hang up!"
Suddenly Mrs. Briefs cheery voice was replaced with barely audible 'elevator music'.
Chichi waited patiently as she silently hoped that Bulma hadn't said anything to Goku. Suddenly a woman's voice came on the other line, startling Chichi out of her thoughts.
"Good morning, Capsule Corp. May I help you?"
"Yes, this is Chichi. I need to speak with Bulma."
"Just a moment." Chichi was once again listening to soft 'elevator music'
The secretary buzzed the phone Bulma's in office.
"Yes Janice", Bulma said as she pressed the intercom button on her phone.
"A Ms. Chichi is on line two for you."
"Put her through."
"Yes ma'am"
Bulma's voice suddenly came on the line.
"Hey Chi, what's up?"
"Sorry to call you at work, but I just need to ask you not to say anything to Goku about what we talked about yesterday. I think he would be pretty upset. You no how private he is", Chichi explained as she nervously twisted the phone cord around with her fingers.
"Oh, don't worry. I won't mention anything to him. So, did he come back last night?"
"Yeah, he did." Bulma could hear the smile on Chichi's face.
"I knew that he would!" Bulma exclaimed happily.
"But he didn't stay."
"What! Why not?!"
"He said that he needed space and some time to think about things", Chichi said in a sad low tone.
"Oh Chichi, I'm sorry. But I'm sure he'll be back to stay. He loves you, you know."
"I know. I just wish that this would all go away! I miss him so much Bulma", she whispered in a shaky voice as she wiped tears from her eyes. Bulma felt tears sting her eyes listening to her friends heartache and soft sniffles. She could tell she was crying.
"Chichi", she said softly, "please don't cry. I know it hurts but you have to be strong, for yourself and for Gohan. Goku will come back, just give him a little time. You'll see", she said trying to reassure her. "Tell you what, why don't you and I go shopping this afternoon and have lunch. Shopping is the medicine for heartache! Trust me! I must have bought every item in every store at the mall while I was with Yamcha. Believe me, it helps!", she said with a laugh.
Chichi couldn't help but smile.
"Sure. Thanks Bulma. You've been a real friend through all of this. First talking sense into me and then taking Goku in during all of this; and I'm especially grateful that. I'd be so worried about him if I didn't know where he was sleeping at night...", Chichi said in a rush.
"Wooh! Chichi, slow down. Why are you thanking me for taking Goku in he...," she was cut off by Chichi.
"Because I know that you and Vegeta, especially being newlyweds, want time alone. I'm sorry we're becoming a burden on you and...," this time Chichi was cut off.
"Chichi, Goku isn't staying with me and Vegeta."
"What!"
"No. I haven't seen him since the company picnic. What made you think that he was at my house?"
"HE made me think that! He told me that he asked you if he could stay so he could train with Vegeta and how he didn't mention anything about us being separated!!", Chichi exclaimed as she jumped out of her seat in shock.
"I don't know why he would say that but it's not true Chichi. I don't know where he's been sleeping."
"Why would he lie to me about where he's been?! Why wouldn't he want me to know?! It's not like Goku to lie! I don't understand any of this!"
"Calm down Chichi. I'm sure that there's a reasonable explanation for this. Goku is the most honest person I know. If he didn't tell you where he's been, then I'm sure there's a good reason why. Maybe it's because he doesn't want to worry you. You know he was raised in the woods, so it wouldn't surprise me if that's where he's been", Bulma said trying to come up with some excuse in his defense. Refusing to let the obvious thought creep into her or Chichi's mind.
"I'm sure you're right, but now I feel even worse. He shouldn't have to sleep outside when he has a warm house to stay in. What if he gets sick or hurt or...."
"Chichi calm down. Goku's a big boy. He can take care of himself. Besides, what could possibly hurt Goku?"
"You're right."
"Of course I am! Now, I'll leave here around 11:45 so I can be at your house by noon. Sound good?"
"Yeah, I'll be ready. I'll just ask my dad to come by and watch Gohan while we're out."
"Sounds like a plan! See ya in bit."
"OK. Bye!"
Chichi hung up the phone as Gohan came downstairs to the table.
"Good morning sweetie", she said as she kissed his chubby cheek.
"Good morning mommy. I'm hungry!!", he exclaimed with the happiness only a six year old could have.
"You're always hungry", she replied as she ruffled his hair.
She brought his plate to the table and watched as he began to chow down. She smiled thinking about how much he reminded her of his father. She stroked his hair thoughtfully and smiled warmly when he looked up at her. He smiled back at her as he continued to eat. Just then the kitchen door opened and Goku peaked inside.
"Daddy!!!", Gohan exclaimed jumping out of his chair and running to his father, fork still in hand.
"Hey!!", Goku replied as hey picked up his little boy in his strong arms.
Chichi smiled at the two of them and then spoke.
"Good morning Goku", she said in an almost shy voice.
"Good morning Chichi", he replied with equal shyness.
They looked in each others eyes for a long moment before Chichi spoke again.
"Gohan, you better finish your breakfast before you leave. I don't want you to burn out during your training. Goku, would you like some breakfast?"
"Thanks, but I already had breakfast."
"I'm finished to mommy. I'm ready to go train!!!", Gohan exclaimed excitedly as his father still held him.
"OK, OK. Just be careful you two. Oh and one more thing, I'll have my dad watch Gohan this afternoon. I'm going out with Bulma for the afternoon and I wasn't sure if you had plans or not Goku, that's why I was asking my father. Is that OK with you?"
"Yeah, sure. I kinda had something to do this afternoon anyway. But I'll be back after lunch to get Gohan again so we can get some more training done."
"All right. So, I guess I'll see you guys later. And be good for your grandpa Gohan", Chichi said as she pried the fork from Gohan's grasps. "There's leftovers in the fridge you can have for lunch"
"OK mommy. I'll be good. Bye!"
"Bye Chi."
And with that said they flew off to meet Piccolo for an intense morning of training. Chichi cleared away the breakfast dishes as she spoke to her father on the phone, asking him to keep an eye on Gohan while she was out. Of course the Ox King happily agreed and Chichi hung up the phone, making her way upstairs to get showered and dressed for the day.
Vivica pulled into Capsule Corp.'s main office parking lot at exactly 8:58am.
She was grateful that she didn't run into a cop because she was doing at least sixty on the thirty-five roads. She hated being late but if she really hurried, she could clock in by 9:00.
She grabbed her purse and shut off the engine, dashing into the building and onto the elevator. She repeatedly pressed the button for the fourth floor as if it would make the elevator move any faster.
"Come on!", she said as she continued pressing the button until finally the doors closed and she could feel herself being lifted and heard the hum of the elevator cables.
She glanced at her watch. 8:59. Finally the doors opened and she quickly dashed to the break room where all employees had to clock in. She quickly grabbed her time card and stuck it in the machine. The machine punched the time on the card. She took the card out and it read 8:59. The clock on the machine itself now read 9:00. She had just made it by a matter of three seconds.
"Phew! That was close!", she exclaimed as she headed for her office, which was located directly across from Bulma's.
"Good morning Janice", she greeted as she walked past the elderly woman.
"Good morning Ms. Stewart", she replied with a smile.
Vivica made her way into her office and shut the door. She sat behind her desk and began to dive into the huge amount of paperwork that was piled on it. About two hours later Viv was about halfway finished with her paperwork and decided to grab a cup of coffee in the breakroom. She was going to ask Bulma if it was all right if she left for lunch a little early. She didn't want to be late picking up Goku. Of course she wasn't going to tell Bulma that!
She couldn't help but smile to herself as she mindlessly stirred her coffee. Thinking of Goku always brought a smile to her face. She could feel her heart skip a beat when she thought about the many ways they had made love over the past few days. She just knew that they were meant to be together! She had it all planned out; Goku would leave his wife and marry her so that they could start their own family. Of course she wouldn't really mind Goku seeing his son, so as long as his soon to be ex-wife stayed at a distance.
As a matter of fact, his son could live with them. Any woman that could drive her husband away, couldn't be that great of a mother. She would have to mention this to Goku. Yes! Things would be perfect between them; she, Goku and his son. Who knows, maybe she and Goku could have a baby of their own! Oh how exciting that would be!! Vivca absently rubbed her flat stomach as this thought passed through her mind. They would be a perfect little family. She couldn't wait to get started!
Just then Bulma walked into the room, needing a caffeine fix herself. She immediately saw Vivica and approached her.
"Hey Viv!", she said in a cheery voice.
Vivca didn't respond. She was still wrapped up in her thoughts about Goku.
"Hello! Earth to Vivica," Bulma said as she waved her hands in front of Viv's face.
This abruptly snapped Viv out of her daydream.
"Huh? Oh! Hi Bulma. I guess I didn't notice you. Sorry about that," she replied and took a sip of her coffee.
"I guess not. What's got you in lala land? Or should I say WHO?", Bulma said in a teasing voice with a big smile on her face.
"Why Bulma, I have no idea what you're talking about", Viv responded in a fake, innocent voice with a smile that matched Bulma's.
"Oh, come on Viv! Who is he?!"
"Oh no you don't. That's for me to."
"Ahh! Mystery man!
Vivica just smiled as she took another sip of her coffee. Bulma decided that she would pester it out of her later. Right now she needed to get ready to go and get Chichi.
"Anyway," Viv began as she changed the subject, "I was wondering if I could take an early lunch. I have some plans for this afternoon and it's going to take a little longer for me to get done."
"This wouldn't have anything thing to do with your secret someone, would it?", Bulma asked with an evil grin.
Vivica stared into her cup and smiled. That was all the answer Bulma needed.
"Of course you can. I'm just glad that you found someone. Especially after the way that Kris bastard treated you."
"Thanks Bulma," Viviva said as they began to walk out of the breakroom.
"Hey, that's what friends are for! Well, I've got my own plans for lunch so I'll see you back here at 1:30 then.
"Sure. See ya!", Viv said as she walked back into her office to get her purse.
She got back on the elevator and pressed the ground level button that led to the parking deck. She hoped into her car and headed home. She couldn't wait to see Goku.
Goku and Gohan had just made it back to their home and Goku greeted the Ox King. Chichi was upstairs getting ready, so she didn't see Goku. He kissed Gohan on the forehead and told him that he would be back around 2:00 to pick him up again. Goku then flew back to Vivica's apartment. Nothing could've prepared him for what was about to go down that afternoon.
Goku let himself in and headed for the fridge. He wanted a 'small' snack before lunch. Once he had finished eating, he flopped on the couch and watched t.v. as he waited for Viv to show up. Ten minutes later, he heard her car pull into the driveway as she blew the horn. He quickly shut the t.v. off and went outside, locking the door behind him. He hopped into the car and she greeted him with a quick kiss on the lips.
"Hi sweetie! Ready?!", she said with a big smile on her face.
"Yeah. let's go!," he replied happily.
Vivica put her black sunglasses on and pulled out onto the road, heading towards the mall.
Bulma drove up next to the Son residence and blew her horn to let Chichi know that she was there. A few seconds later, Chichi emerged from the front door and shocked Bulma with what she was wearing. Chichi let her hair down, which almost reached her waist. She had on a light blue sundress that stopped mid-thigh. The top of the dress had a deep, scoop neck with spaghetti straps. She completed the outfit with 3inch heeled, light blue strappy sandals. She wore a hint of shimmery pale blue eyeshadow, black mascara and a shiny pink lipgloss. She looked absolutely gorgeous!
"Chichi!!", Bulma exclaimed as she got out of her drop top, red mercedes. "You look incredible!!
"Thanks", Chichi replied as she stopped in front of Bulma. "I decided that I ways going to do a complete makeover of, not only my attitude, but my appearance as well. There's no need for me to look like an old maid!"
"I couldn't agree with you more!! Good for you Chichi. You're going to have Goku following you around just to keep other men from looking at you!", Bulma said with a laugh as they climbed into her car. Chichi laughed with her.
"Well I'm still new to this whole glamour thing. I was hoping that you could help me out with what clothes and makeup I should buy today. I only have a few dresses and my make up is pretty old, since I never really used it until now", Chichi explained as they drove along the highway.
"Don't worry Chi! I'm going to take good care of you!!", Bulma said with smile through her sunglasses.
Vivica pulled into the mall parking lot and shut off the engine. She and Goku got out of the car and walk into the mall hand in hand, with their fingers laced together.
"Well, what do you want to do first baby? Eat or shop?", Vivica asked as they strolled along the long halls of the mall.
"We can shop first. I kinda had a small snack before you picked me up", he responded sheepishly, with his hand behind his head.
Vivica knew what a small snack was to him. She just smiled at him and pulled him into a men's clothing store. They were in there for about a half an hour. Goku tried on everything Vivica handed him. Finally he picked several outfits that he really liked. Twelve outfits in all consisting of sweaters, tee shirts, jeans, slacks, khakis, socks. Next the stopped at a men's shoe store where Goku picked out four pair; one pair sneakers, a pair of boots, and two pair of casual shoes. All which matched the clothes she bought him. She loved spoiling him and planned on doing so from now on. Now that they were done with shopping, it was time to eat. She told Goku to put all the bags in the cars so that they wouldn't have to lug it with them in the food court. Goku quickly dashed to the car and back inside to the food court. Vivica had reserved a table and was sitting, waiting for Goku.
Goku spotted her and quickly made his way over to her. When she saw him she stood up and they began to walk around the food court, looking for a restaurant to order from.
Bulma and Chichi parked in the mall parking lot and practically ran inside.
"I hope there is still something good left. You know how ruthless women can be when it comes to a lingerie sale", Bulma exclaimed as she swung the entrance doors open.
"You mean women like you?", Chichi teased.
"Ha ha."
Once inside 'Hidden Treasures Lingerie' store Chichi and Bulma began their search. Bulma found a few pair of sexy thongs with matching lacy bras, that she knew Vegeta would love even though she knew they wouldn't last that long. When he was horny, which was always, he would admire them for a few seconds with a low growl in his throat and then quickly snap them off with his thumbs and ravish her. So Bulma was no stranger to this store. The employees knew her by name. Chichi found a couple of sexy teddy's; one red and one black.
"Goku is going to flip when he sees you in those Chichi!", Bulma exclaimed as Chichi modeled the red teddy in the dressing room mirror.
"You think?", she asked as she smiled, admiring her reflection.
"I know so! That's the thing with Saiyan men. Put on something lacy and provocative, and they'll be eating out of the palm of your hands!"
Chichi got dressed and she and Bulma headed for another store. On the opposite side of the hall way, Chichi thought she saw a man who looked just like Goku rushing out to the parking lot. She dismissed the thought, thinking it was just her imagination playing tricks on her due to the fact that she missed him.
~~What would he be doing at the mall anyway. I need to get a grip.~~
A half an hour and ten shopping bags later, Bulma and Chichi were starving. They made their way to the food court and found a table. They sat their bags down and walked to an Italian restaurant. Chichi ordered lasagna with a salad and Bulma ordered spaghetti with a side salad. They sat down with their food and dug in. It was about halfway through the meal and Bulma and Chichi were talking and eating when Chichi happened to glance to the other side of the food court. She almost dropped her drink at what she saw. Bulma quickly reached for her hand to keep the soda from spilling all over the table.
"Chichi what's wrong?", Bulma asked with concern in her voice. Chichi didn't say a word but keep staring across the court. Bulma followed her line of vision and gasped.
There was Goku sitting dangerously close to a young woman that was seductively feeding him. The woman was looking at Goku so she couldn't see who he was with. Just then the woman turned to sip her soda and Bulma saw her face clearly. She couldn't believe it. Vivica.
~~ So Goku was her mystery man. No wonder she didn't want to tell me who the guy was! That slut has gone to far!!~~
Chichi sat there numb. She couldn't believe what she was seeing. Her husband was cuddling up with another woman. She continued to watch in silence. Vivica was giggling as she now let Goku feed her. They began kissing passionately and a few people sitting around them began to notice also. Bulma looked away and closed her eyes in disgust and disappointment as she let out a heavy sigh. She opened her eyes and looked into Chichi's that were full of unshed tears. Her lower lip trembled slightly as she tried not to cry in front of everyone. She quickly wiped her eyes, gathered her bags, stood up and hastily left the food court. Bulma quickly gathered her things and ran to catch up with Chichi.
"Chichi!....Chichi wait!!", she called after her, but Chichi didn't stop.
Chichi quickly flew the exit doors open and began to sob openly now that they were in the parking lot, but she never stopped walking. She could barely see where she was going being blinded by her own tears. She stepped off of the pavement and right in front of a car. The car threw on its brakes and swerved; just barely missing her. Chichi gasped and stumbled backwards, falling onto her butt. The driver quickly got out of the car to see if she was all right. Bulma saw what happened and finally reached Chichi.
"Oh man!! Are you OK lady?!", the concerned driver asked. Chichi couldn't answer. She just sat there weeping with her hands covering her face; bags thrown everywhere on the ground.
"She's fine. Thanks.", Bulma quickly said as she kneeled beside Chichi. "Could you gather her bags please?"
"Yeah sure", the driver replied as he began gathering her bags.
People began to stop and stare which irritated Bulma thoroughly. She gave them all dirty looks as she helped Chichi up and to the car with the kind man following close behind them. He put the bags in the back seat, along with Bulma's. She thanked him again and he left. She helped the still crying Chichi into the car and then got in herself. Chichi leaned over, placing her head on Bulma's shoulder. Bulma in turn, wrapped an arm around her and let her cry.
A/N: I'm going to stop this chapter here because it's a good place to stop. Wow!! Goku gets busted! The next chapter is called 'Showdown' can you guess why and who it's between!? I'll give you a hint, G/CC fans will love it!!! Review!!!!
