Disclaimer: see part one.
Well, I'm back. I didn't get much done last week, though I did start a couple more projects (one with a certain angst-y authoress). Like I said though, I wasn't going to post anything last week. But now that I've relaxed for a week, I'm glad to be back around, and be prepared for seven straight weeks of updating. It's going to be a bumpy ride.
I'm uploading this one day early. I'm seeing Mars Volta at the Electric Factory tonight, and I don't think I'll be awake enough to make my usual Wednesday midnight updates.
Oh, and ViG, I'll be getting around to reviewing your latest chapters by the end of the week.
Pre-reads done by PsYChO this time, and once again, criticizes me on my really crappy spelling at times.
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Parallel and Perpendicular
A romance/fiction story by ShaggyDiz
Chapter One: You May Think You Hate Me
Part Seven: Same Old Shit Everyday
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Begin Part Seven
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Gohan woke on the second ring of his alarm clock, reaching over to it quickly and turning it off before Goten woke. He stretched and yawned as he sat up, swinging his legs over the side of the bed. Another routine morning, he muttered before standing up.
He quickly showered and got dressed, making his way downstairs and seeing Goten with his head on the table. Why are you up? Gohan asked his brother.
You woke me up again, he spoke into the table, making it sound somewhat muffled.
The teen chuckled slightly. I'm sorry about that, he apologized, rubbing his head lightly. Gohan looked around the rest of the kitchen, seeing that it was missing its most regular occupant. Where's Mom?
Goten said, still on the table. He stuck his hand out though, showing some sign of life within him. She seemed much livelier than yesterday for some reason.
Oh really? he questioned. Just as he moved to take his seat, the back door swung open, revealing Chichi with a basket of laundry.
Morning Gohan! she greeted happily. Pancakes will be ready in a moment. I just have to run these up stairs. She disappeared a moment later.
Very odd, Gohan muttered.
Told you, came the muffled response from Goten. A few moments later, Chichi returned to the kitchen. She quickly prepared and dished out several layers of pancakes to the boys. Goten immediately came to life when the first plate arrived at his lowered head.
Hey Gohan, Chichi started, looking over to the teenager.
He stopped eating, briefly glancing over to her.
Did you take me upstairs last night? I swore I fell asleep at the table. Yesterday was much longer than I thought it was.
He nodded. I had that dream again, Gohan spoke quietly, keeping his voice at a lower octave to that of Goten's frenzied eating. There was a face this time. It was of this girl from class blue eyes, black hair she looked to be the same from those dreams from last week.
Really now? Gohan nodded. I take it you wanted to talk to me about them again, but instead, you found me asleep.
Yeah. This one was more defined though. The same thing happened, but it was scripted, in a way. He looked over to his mom for answers, but Chichi turned out to be just as confused as he was.
Try not to worry about it. Keep in mind that you've only known her for a day, and that you are just mere acquaintances. She leaned over the table, moving close so that she would be able to whisper. Don't stare at her either. She'll think something's up.
Gohan blushed, and then nodded. try not to. He finished the rest of his breakfast and made his way to the door.
Leaving early today? Chichi asked him as he picked up his bag.
I'm going to try and make some rounds around the city. Hopefully I don't spend too much time out there. He walked out of the house, lifting off into the air. He said his final goodbyes to Chichi and Goten before blasting off once again to Satan City.
The flight to the city was quicker than normal today, giving him the opportunity to fly around as his costumed alter ego. He had decided upon Great Saiyaman has his super hero name, though he didn't know why. It had a nice ring to it, that he remembered, and Goten seemed to enjoy it when he finally decided on the name. He also did a few poses, getting a few good laughs out of Goten before looking at himself in the mirror. Too Ginyu Force, he had muttered.
That was the last time he would perform those moves. It wouldn't have been a good idea to have a name like and strike poses. Vegeta would surely kill him, and every other dead Saiyan would definitely roll over in their graves.
He flew around the city several times, keeping above the clouds so that people wouldn't be able to see him right away. His basic game plan was this: with a keen eye, he would spot a crime happening below him. He would then swoop in and declare who he was before stopping the crime and flying off.
That was the general plan.
He never expected the city to be so quiet though.
I guess they knew I was coming, Gohan said jokingly before moving on to the school. He looked down at his watch (the one with the time) and saw that he had fifteen minutes remaining before homeroom started. Plenty of time, he said confidently.
Gohan landed in the small-forested field from where he had lunch the day before, quickly looking around before completely dropping to the ground. He disengaged his costume and took off his watch, putting it into his bag. One functioning watch is enough, he spoke under his breath.
He arrived at his homeroom with five minutes to spare, taking his seat next to Erasa. She was the only one there at the time.
Good morning, Gohan greeted.
Hey Gohan! How are you doing? she asked, her voice bubbly in its presentation.
I'm fine. He looked past her and then to the empty seat next to him. Where are the others?
Sharpener is probably still in bed, she said, a little disappointment in her voice. she usually gets here about a minute before homeroom starts. It's their normal routine.
He nodded. Gohan turned to the front of the class, and just as he did so, the door swung open harshly. Videl stepped into the room, and from Gohan's vantage point, she seemed to be in a very horrid mood.
This doesn't look good, he whispered over to Erasa. The blonde looked down at her rapidly approaching friend, gulping in surprise.
Well, if it isn't her morning PMS tirade, then I have no idea why she's like this, she said, half lying as she did. Gohan nodded – not picking up what Erasa fully meant – and turned to Videl just as she was taking her seat.
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Videl woke up on the second ring of her alarm clock, reaching over as quickly as she could to turn it off before Kagero woke up. She turned to her left side, seeing that the child was still asleep, though it would only be for a few more minutes. Slowly, she sat up, holding the blankets to her bare chest, stretching one arm before the other. Another routine morning, she muttered before getting out of bed.
She quickly showered and returned to her room, seeing Kagero sitting on her bed staring right at her. Videl said softly, coming to her nightstand.
I'm sorry, she muttered apologetically.
Videl looked over to the girl, seeing the sad look on her face. Don't worry about it, just watch what you say.
Kagero stood up, grabbing her towel before leaving the room. I know, she said on the way out.
The teen merely shook her head. She quickly got dressed, making her way downstairs to the dining room table. Videl sat there, waiting for breakfast for one of the few people that she didn't want to see at the current time.
Faye came out, carrying a short stack of pancakes and a platter of scrambled eggs. I'll have some more out in a few minutes if you want anymore, she simply said, turning and heading back into the kitchen.
She knows it as much as I do. Videl was slow to eat breakfast, deciding on just picking into it instead of eating it completely. She eventually got to eating it after Kagero got to the dining room, though by now the syrup had made her pancakes mostly soggy.
The girls soon finished their meals and set off for school, saying a quick goodbye to Faye before leaving. The ride to school was unreasonably long, mostly due in fact that Videl, for the most part, refused to talk. As much as she wanted to just get over the events from yesterday, she couldn't. Kagero had pushed too far this time, and while it was stupid to do so, the silent treatment would have to for now. Either that, or she would keep talking to the girl about her life and have Faye come along, trying to do her surrogate mother role with her.
Videl would admit that she needed it. She would also say that she was a big enough girl who could handle her own problems. All the blame couldn't be put on the maid though, since she had to deal with Kagero and her child-like problems.
Of course, some of the things talked about in the Satan household should never be kept as secrets.
She dropped off Kagero at her school, telling her to have a good day and the normal reminder of pickup time. She lifted off again; looking down at her console and seeing that she had less than twenty minutes left before school started. Not caring about any crime happening in the city (she was oddly surprised by the lack of any crime occurring at this time), she decided to go straight to school and get ready for the day ahead.
She had also remembered then that she had never done her advanced mathematics homework. Silently cursing, Videl decided to just do it in between the classes before her scheduled math period. Either that, or borrow off of Gohan, since he seems to know what he's doing. Then again that would add more to whatever pitying devices he has.
Videl landed on the roof ten minutes later, encapsulating her copter and quickly running to the stairs, swiftly moving down them to her homeroom. She turned to walking as she got off of the stairs, not wanting to gather the attention of anyone in the halls if she ran. She made her way to her locker and rummaged through her stuff, taking whatever stuff she needed for the class.
Ah, good morning Ms. Videl, the sarcastic sounding voice of Mr. Lou said from behind.
She closed her locker and turned to face him coolly. she spoke evenly.
And how are we doing today?
Just fine. Now if you excuse me, I'll be heading to class. Videl stepped around him, not bothering with giving any sort of deathly look to him.
You know I heard that that Son kid stood up for you yesterday. She stopped in her tracks, slowly clenching her fist. What did say to him to provoke that: a blowjob? I'm curious.
It was the one thing that nearly pushed her over the edge. Ever since the incident, the majority of the faculty had accused her of being something that she wasn't. A few notable exceptions – like Mrs. Honeydew – knew of the real truth, and they had supported her where others had not. No one could deter Mr. Lou though, or his self-pleasing comments.
You want to get a rise out of me? she asked bitterly. Videl looked over her shoulder, glaring into his eyes. You'll have to do much better than that, you know.
He smirked. I know. Or have you already forgotten that we're only on the second day of school? We still have another one hundred fifty plus days left of school, and I'm just warming up.
So am I, she said walking away, adding under her breath: stupid motherfucker. She looked at her watch, noticing the time. Shit, two minutes left. I'm just glad that stupid fuck is my homeroom teacher.
Videl got to the room with one minute left, opening the door more harshly than intended, though most people in the room, from what she noticed, saw the low look she was giving. She quickly made her way to her seat, seeing Erasa and Gohan sitting there, watching her walk up the stairs.
Shit got to deal with his pitying ass. She sat down just as Gohan turned to look at her fully.
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Good morning Videl, he greeted brightly.
She stared at him momentarily, looking at the happy smile ser on his face. Is this some sort of façade? Videl didn't know what to think of it. She eventually had to stop staring at him, so she decided to play whatever game he was playing. Good morning, she said, letting the barest of smiles show on her face.
Hey Videl! What's up with you this morning? Erasa asked from behind Gohan.
Oh that Mr. Lou was being a douche like always. It's nothing too much to worry about. She turned back to the front of the class, ignoring the bell and Mr. Lou as he walked into class, a smug look plastered on his face.
Gohan didn't buy it though. He glanced at Videl out of the corner of his eye. There's more to it than she lets on. He looked to the font, seeing the teacher going over the instructions for the first class. I'll listen to Mom, and not pursue the truth for now.
The lesson began as soon as the second bell rang. It was then that Sharpener arrived, a sheepish look set on his face. He handed the office note to Mr. Lou before going up to his seat and facing his girlfriend.
are you ever going to show up for school on time? Erasa asked him with an almost pitying look.
I did yesterday, he responded coolly.
Yesterday doesn't count, you know. She looked to the front of the class, intent on learning and not caring about her boyfriend's excuses, or the hurt look that was beginning to form on his face.
Is Sharpener always late? Gohan thought, looking over to the blonde jock, and sending him a silent greeting. This is his last year I wonder if he actually wants to graduate.
He turned to the front, listening to the teacher's slow lecture about early Earth history. He got it all when he was younger, and he still clearly remembered it now. Still, it would be good to see if there were any flaws in his lectures. He would wait a little while before doing that though. I'd have to gain her trust before pulling something as foolhardy as that.
Gohan wouldn't get that chance today.
It was about twenty minutes into the class that a watch beeped loudly. Curious, Gohan turned to see that it was Videl's watch that was going off. Now that's stupid. Why would her alarm go off now? He was proved wrong when she brought her wrist up in front of her face.
Go ahead chief, she said into the mouthpiece.
Chief?
Videl, we got ourselves a situation! he shouted in a panicked voice.
I'm listening.
There is a bank robbery in progress over in center city. A new gang calling themselves the Blue Bloodhounds has taken control of the bank with an unknown amount of hostages. We need your expertise Videl!
Another gang, huh? I'm on my way chief. She closed the communication link and stood up, looking over to Erasa briefly before descending the stairs.
And where are you off to, Ms. Satan? Mr. Lou asked from the board.
Bank robbery it looks like I'll be missing a good portion of the class. Her voice was heavy on sarcasm.
Fine, fine. Stop by later for notes and everything else that you will miss.
Don't worry, she said, opening the door, I'm having them taken care of as we speak. With that, Videl left, closing the door behind her.
Anyway, the second major civilization Mr. Lou spoke, turning back to the board and continuing with the lecture.
Gohan didn't care though. He had all but phased out the discussion from his mind, focusing on what just transpired before him.
Videl she's a police officer?
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End Part Seven
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Well, I'm back. I didn't get much done last week, though I did start a couple more projects (one with a certain angst-y authoress). Like I said though, I wasn't going to post anything last week. But now that I've relaxed for a week, I'm glad to be back around, and be prepared for seven straight weeks of updating. It's going to be a bumpy ride.
I'm uploading this one day early. I'm seeing Mars Volta at the Electric Factory tonight, and I don't think I'll be awake enough to make my usual Wednesday midnight updates.
Oh, and ViG, I'll be getting around to reviewing your latest chapters by the end of the week.
Pre-reads done by PsYChO this time, and once again, criticizes me on my really crappy spelling at times.
Parallel and Perpendicular
A romance/fiction story by ShaggyDiz
Chapter One: You May Think You Hate Me
Part Seven: Same Old Shit Everyday
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Begin Part Seven
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He quickly showered and got dressed, making his way downstairs and seeing Goten with his head on the table. Why are you up? Gohan asked his brother.
You woke me up again, he spoke into the table, making it sound somewhat muffled.
The teen chuckled slightly. I'm sorry about that, he apologized, rubbing his head lightly. Gohan looked around the rest of the kitchen, seeing that it was missing its most regular occupant. Where's Mom?
Goten said, still on the table. He stuck his hand out though, showing some sign of life within him. She seemed much livelier than yesterday for some reason.
Oh really? he questioned. Just as he moved to take his seat, the back door swung open, revealing Chichi with a basket of laundry.
Morning Gohan! she greeted happily. Pancakes will be ready in a moment. I just have to run these up stairs. She disappeared a moment later.
Very odd, Gohan muttered.
Told you, came the muffled response from Goten. A few moments later, Chichi returned to the kitchen. She quickly prepared and dished out several layers of pancakes to the boys. Goten immediately came to life when the first plate arrived at his lowered head.
Hey Gohan, Chichi started, looking over to the teenager.
He stopped eating, briefly glancing over to her.
Did you take me upstairs last night? I swore I fell asleep at the table. Yesterday was much longer than I thought it was.
He nodded. I had that dream again, Gohan spoke quietly, keeping his voice at a lower octave to that of Goten's frenzied eating. There was a face this time. It was of this girl from class blue eyes, black hair she looked to be the same from those dreams from last week.
Really now? Gohan nodded. I take it you wanted to talk to me about them again, but instead, you found me asleep.
Yeah. This one was more defined though. The same thing happened, but it was scripted, in a way. He looked over to his mom for answers, but Chichi turned out to be just as confused as he was.
Try not to worry about it. Keep in mind that you've only known her for a day, and that you are just mere acquaintances. She leaned over the table, moving close so that she would be able to whisper. Don't stare at her either. She'll think something's up.
Gohan blushed, and then nodded. try not to. He finished the rest of his breakfast and made his way to the door.
Leaving early today? Chichi asked him as he picked up his bag.
I'm going to try and make some rounds around the city. Hopefully I don't spend too much time out there. He walked out of the house, lifting off into the air. He said his final goodbyes to Chichi and Goten before blasting off once again to Satan City.
The flight to the city was quicker than normal today, giving him the opportunity to fly around as his costumed alter ego. He had decided upon Great Saiyaman has his super hero name, though he didn't know why. It had a nice ring to it, that he remembered, and Goten seemed to enjoy it when he finally decided on the name. He also did a few poses, getting a few good laughs out of Goten before looking at himself in the mirror. Too Ginyu Force, he had muttered.
That was the last time he would perform those moves. It wouldn't have been a good idea to have a name like and strike poses. Vegeta would surely kill him, and every other dead Saiyan would definitely roll over in their graves.
He flew around the city several times, keeping above the clouds so that people wouldn't be able to see him right away. His basic game plan was this: with a keen eye, he would spot a crime happening below him. He would then swoop in and declare who he was before stopping the crime and flying off.
That was the general plan.
He never expected the city to be so quiet though.
I guess they knew I was coming, Gohan said jokingly before moving on to the school. He looked down at his watch (the one with the time) and saw that he had fifteen minutes remaining before homeroom started. Plenty of time, he said confidently.
Gohan landed in the small-forested field from where he had lunch the day before, quickly looking around before completely dropping to the ground. He disengaged his costume and took off his watch, putting it into his bag. One functioning watch is enough, he spoke under his breath.
He arrived at his homeroom with five minutes to spare, taking his seat next to Erasa. She was the only one there at the time.
Good morning, Gohan greeted.
Hey Gohan! How are you doing? she asked, her voice bubbly in its presentation.
I'm fine. He looked past her and then to the empty seat next to him. Where are the others?
Sharpener is probably still in bed, she said, a little disappointment in her voice. she usually gets here about a minute before homeroom starts. It's their normal routine.
He nodded. Gohan turned to the front of the class, and just as he did so, the door swung open harshly. Videl stepped into the room, and from Gohan's vantage point, she seemed to be in a very horrid mood.
This doesn't look good, he whispered over to Erasa. The blonde looked down at her rapidly approaching friend, gulping in surprise.
Well, if it isn't her morning PMS tirade, then I have no idea why she's like this, she said, half lying as she did. Gohan nodded – not picking up what Erasa fully meant – and turned to Videl just as she was taking her seat.
She quickly showered and returned to her room, seeing Kagero sitting on her bed staring right at her. Videl said softly, coming to her nightstand.
I'm sorry, she muttered apologetically.
Videl looked over to the girl, seeing the sad look on her face. Don't worry about it, just watch what you say.
Kagero stood up, grabbing her towel before leaving the room. I know, she said on the way out.
The teen merely shook her head. She quickly got dressed, making her way downstairs to the dining room table. Videl sat there, waiting for breakfast for one of the few people that she didn't want to see at the current time.
Faye came out, carrying a short stack of pancakes and a platter of scrambled eggs. I'll have some more out in a few minutes if you want anymore, she simply said, turning and heading back into the kitchen.
She knows it as much as I do. Videl was slow to eat breakfast, deciding on just picking into it instead of eating it completely. She eventually got to eating it after Kagero got to the dining room, though by now the syrup had made her pancakes mostly soggy.
The girls soon finished their meals and set off for school, saying a quick goodbye to Faye before leaving. The ride to school was unreasonably long, mostly due in fact that Videl, for the most part, refused to talk. As much as she wanted to just get over the events from yesterday, she couldn't. Kagero had pushed too far this time, and while it was stupid to do so, the silent treatment would have to for now. Either that, or she would keep talking to the girl about her life and have Faye come along, trying to do her surrogate mother role with her.
Videl would admit that she needed it. She would also say that she was a big enough girl who could handle her own problems. All the blame couldn't be put on the maid though, since she had to deal with Kagero and her child-like problems.
Of course, some of the things talked about in the Satan household should never be kept as secrets.
She dropped off Kagero at her school, telling her to have a good day and the normal reminder of pickup time. She lifted off again; looking down at her console and seeing that she had less than twenty minutes left before school started. Not caring about any crime happening in the city (she was oddly surprised by the lack of any crime occurring at this time), she decided to go straight to school and get ready for the day ahead.
She had also remembered then that she had never done her advanced mathematics homework. Silently cursing, Videl decided to just do it in between the classes before her scheduled math period. Either that, or borrow off of Gohan, since he seems to know what he's doing. Then again that would add more to whatever pitying devices he has.
Videl landed on the roof ten minutes later, encapsulating her copter and quickly running to the stairs, swiftly moving down them to her homeroom. She turned to walking as she got off of the stairs, not wanting to gather the attention of anyone in the halls if she ran. She made her way to her locker and rummaged through her stuff, taking whatever stuff she needed for the class.
Ah, good morning Ms. Videl, the sarcastic sounding voice of Mr. Lou said from behind.
She closed her locker and turned to face him coolly. she spoke evenly.
And how are we doing today?
Just fine. Now if you excuse me, I'll be heading to class. Videl stepped around him, not bothering with giving any sort of deathly look to him.
You know I heard that that Son kid stood up for you yesterday. She stopped in her tracks, slowly clenching her fist. What did say to him to provoke that: a blowjob? I'm curious.
It was the one thing that nearly pushed her over the edge. Ever since the incident, the majority of the faculty had accused her of being something that she wasn't. A few notable exceptions – like Mrs. Honeydew – knew of the real truth, and they had supported her where others had not. No one could deter Mr. Lou though, or his self-pleasing comments.
You want to get a rise out of me? she asked bitterly. Videl looked over her shoulder, glaring into his eyes. You'll have to do much better than that, you know.
He smirked. I know. Or have you already forgotten that we're only on the second day of school? We still have another one hundred fifty plus days left of school, and I'm just warming up.
So am I, she said walking away, adding under her breath: stupid motherfucker. She looked at her watch, noticing the time. Shit, two minutes left. I'm just glad that stupid fuck is my homeroom teacher.
Videl got to the room with one minute left, opening the door more harshly than intended, though most people in the room, from what she noticed, saw the low look she was giving. She quickly made her way to her seat, seeing Erasa and Gohan sitting there, watching her walk up the stairs.
Shit got to deal with his pitying ass. She sat down just as Gohan turned to look at her fully.
She stared at him momentarily, looking at the happy smile ser on his face. Is this some sort of façade? Videl didn't know what to think of it. She eventually had to stop staring at him, so she decided to play whatever game he was playing. Good morning, she said, letting the barest of smiles show on her face.
Hey Videl! What's up with you this morning? Erasa asked from behind Gohan.
Oh that Mr. Lou was being a douche like always. It's nothing too much to worry about. She turned back to the front of the class, ignoring the bell and Mr. Lou as he walked into class, a smug look plastered on his face.
Gohan didn't buy it though. He glanced at Videl out of the corner of his eye. There's more to it than she lets on. He looked to the font, seeing the teacher going over the instructions for the first class. I'll listen to Mom, and not pursue the truth for now.
The lesson began as soon as the second bell rang. It was then that Sharpener arrived, a sheepish look set on his face. He handed the office note to Mr. Lou before going up to his seat and facing his girlfriend.
are you ever going to show up for school on time? Erasa asked him with an almost pitying look.
I did yesterday, he responded coolly.
Yesterday doesn't count, you know. She looked to the front of the class, intent on learning and not caring about her boyfriend's excuses, or the hurt look that was beginning to form on his face.
Is Sharpener always late? Gohan thought, looking over to the blonde jock, and sending him a silent greeting. This is his last year I wonder if he actually wants to graduate.
He turned to the front, listening to the teacher's slow lecture about early Earth history. He got it all when he was younger, and he still clearly remembered it now. Still, it would be good to see if there were any flaws in his lectures. He would wait a little while before doing that though. I'd have to gain her trust before pulling something as foolhardy as that.
Gohan wouldn't get that chance today.
It was about twenty minutes into the class that a watch beeped loudly. Curious, Gohan turned to see that it was Videl's watch that was going off. Now that's stupid. Why would her alarm go off now? He was proved wrong when she brought her wrist up in front of her face.
Go ahead chief, she said into the mouthpiece.
Chief?
Videl, we got ourselves a situation! he shouted in a panicked voice.
I'm listening.
There is a bank robbery in progress over in center city. A new gang calling themselves the Blue Bloodhounds has taken control of the bank with an unknown amount of hostages. We need your expertise Videl!
Another gang, huh? I'm on my way chief. She closed the communication link and stood up, looking over to Erasa briefly before descending the stairs.
And where are you off to, Ms. Satan? Mr. Lou asked from the board.
Bank robbery it looks like I'll be missing a good portion of the class. Her voice was heavy on sarcasm.
Fine, fine. Stop by later for notes and everything else that you will miss.
Don't worry, she said, opening the door, I'm having them taken care of as we speak. With that, Videl left, closing the door behind her.
Anyway, the second major civilization Mr. Lou spoke, turning back to the board and continuing with the lecture.
Gohan didn't care though. He had all but phased out the discussion from his mind, focusing on what just transpired before him.
Videl she's a police officer?
End Part Seven
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