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Destiny
Part 4: Complicated Months
Chapter 12: The Quarter Finals
I do not own Dragonball Z.
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Cheerful whistling filled the halls of the stadium's medical wing. The doctor on duty was done with his shift for the day was almost over. He just had to check on the blonde haired boy by the name of Sharper or Slurper or something like that, he couldn't remember exactly, who had 'beaten himself up' before going home. His whistling stopped as up ahead of him he could see the blonde haired girl that one of the nurses had practically had to drag from the exam room earlier in the day. He watched as she turned and entered the room the fighter was resting in. I think I'll wait till she leaves, thought the man as he leaned against the wall beside the door.
Hey Sharpy! exclaimed Erasa as she entered Sharpner's room. The boy raised an eyebrow at her way to perky demeanor and flinched as a sharp pain raced through his skull.
Hello Erasa, why are you here? asked Sharpner in a somber tone.
I just came to check on you so don't be such a sour puss. The blonde haired girl picked up her friend's medical chart. How do you feel? she asked while studying the numbers and words written on the piece of paper.
Sharpner hmphed at her, Like you can read that.
No, Erasa smiled at him, I can read it. I just don't understand all of it.
Oh! Let's call a press conference! Miss Blonde Ditz over here doesn't understand something!
Erasa scowled at him, Hey, I'm just trying to be nice. And that's now way to talk to a friend.
You think you're my friend? I guess you haven't noticed the fact that I haven't said five words to you in as many months!
Yea, well then how come I've been the only one besides your parents to visit you here? Sharpner frowned for a second before smiling.
You haven't been. The guys left just a few minutes ago.
Oh really? replied Erasa as she hung the chart back on the end of the bed. Then how do you explain the fact that none of them were listed on the visitor's sheet at the nurse's station? Sharpner frowned and didn't reply. You wanna know why? It's because they left! I saw them with my own two eyes! And you know what else? Your friends were laughing about you.
Nice try Erasa. But I don't believe you.
For someone who doesn't believe me you don't sound very sure of yourself.
Save it Sharpner. Here's a damn card, snarled the blonde as she threw the envelope at him. Now if the high and mighty Sharpner is done I have better places to be then worrying about a jerk like you. Goodbye. And with that Erasa left the room.
Well that was um said the doctor as he entered Sharpner's room.
Yea sure, replied Sharpner. it's impossible to know what they want.
The doctor smiled at the teen's comment. I suppose you are right. But I know what that girl wanted.
You do?
Of course, it was rather obvious if you just listen.
Sharpner watched as the doctor wrote something down on his chart.
You're free to go anytime you like. So if there's nothing else I hope I never see you again, no offence. Sharpner chuckled at the man's little joke.
do you think you could tell me what it is Erasa wanted?
Sorry, but that would be cheating. Plus I'm a medical doctor, not a councilor.
Then how will I know what she wanted?
I'm sure you'll figure it out. And I'm sure you've got a clue right there in your hand, answered the doctor as he left the room.
Sharpner looked down at the envelope in his hands. His name was neatly written on it in Erasa's handwriting. Silently he opened it and read the contents of the card held with-in. It's an ordinary get well soon card, thought Sharpner. A little girly for my tastes but a nice gesture, then he noticed how Erasa had signed it, Love Erasa.
Gohan fell back onto the sofa in their hotel suit with a sigh as Videl got herself a drink from the complimentary mini bar. So far this tournament hasn't been all that exciting. Commented the demi-Saiya-jin.
Yea, although being able to fight Sharpner without getting into trouble was nice, replied a snickering Videl, making Gohan and herself laugh.
As much as I enjoyed it, I think that you were too harshwhat am I saying? Videl giggled at the look on Gohan's face. You did exactly as you should have! Why if I had been in the ring Gohan slammed a fist into the palm of his hand to emphasize his point.
Videl smiled at him, how he could switch from someone with child like innocents to someone that was anything but innocent in an instant still amazed her. Yea, but if you had done that then Sharpner would be dead and I'd have to find someone else to fight in the finals.
Gohan smirked, What makes you think that you'll even make it to the finals?
Videl raised an eyebrow at him while taking a seat on the arm of the couch, It could have something to do with the fact that I'll be facing Krillin and my mom in the next two rounds.
Gohan frowned causing Videl to giggle a little,
You didn't realize that did you? asked a snickering Videl.
I uh, yes! Of course I did! I was just seeing if you knew that. Hehe.
Videl smiled and sighed as she lay down on top of Gohan, she couldn't see him do it but she new he blushed. You're a terrible liar Son Gohan. For several minutes silence ruled over them. It wasn't an awkward or tense silence like that which might settle over a quarreling couple, just the peaceful silence of two lovebirds relaxing and enjoying each other's company. The sounds of Goten and Trunks running amok outside, more then likely the two demi-devils had dragged their parents to the pool five seconds after returning to their rooms. But then again, Goku probably helped with the dragging. A smile settled on Videl's face at feeling Gohan's hands run through her hair. It had been a while since he'd done that.
After several minutes Gohan, in a soft quiet voice, asked, What do you want to do now? It's still early.
Videl took a sip of her soda, A nice relaxing bath sounds nice for starters. And then dinner.
Sounds like a good plan, replied Gohan before smirking. Mind if I join you in the bath?
Videl giggled and sat up, I didn't mean that kind of relaxing bath.
But I can be good, Gohan held up his hand, scouts honor. Videl laughed a little.
replied Videl as she and Gohan got up off the couch. In the doorway to the bathroom, with her shirt half off, Videl turned and smirked at him. I just realized something. Gohan raised an eyebrow in question. You were never a scout.
The corners of Gohan's mouth rose into a grin as he filled the jacuzzi tub, You caught me. Now what are you gonna do?
Videl shrugged and entered the bathroom, Nothing. If you don't keep your hands to yourself I can always tie you up.
Gohan snickered, I think you've been spending too much time listening to my mom and Bulma.
Videl laughed and threw her shirt in his face,
Gohan smirked at her, I can't help what you made me into. Videl feigned hurt.
What I made you into?
Yea, I didn't have one perverted thought until I met you.
Well then, Videl walked over to him and stood on her toes so that her face was mere inches from Gohan's, you made me into a pervert too.
Is that so?
Videl leaned a little closer and whisper,
Gohan smiled at her as he leaned a little closer, Then I guess that makes us even.
Before Videl could reply she found herself being dropped into the warm bubbly water of the tub. The girl sputtered a bit and wiped soap suds away from her eyes, You are gonna pay for that Gohan! Gohan laughed at her.
Do you accept checks or do you have a strictly cash only policy?
Videl glared at him,
The only thing will accept is a long passionate kiss, replied Videl, her glare never wavering. Gohan blinked at her angered voice and glare combined with the rather odd form of payment before bursting into laughter. It's not funny damn it! yelled Videl, for an instant her glare turned into a smile.
Gohan tried to choke back his laughter but couldn't.
If you don't get in here right now and kiss me then I'll...I'll...put itching powder in your underwear!
Well then in that case Gohan walked over to her and, without bothering to undress, got into the tub.
~*~
Hey guys. We too late to order? asked Gohan as he and Videl took a seat at the table where the rest of the Z-Senshi had gathered.
Of course not dear, replied Chi-Chi. Your father is still trying to decide if he wants to order everything but a cheeseburger or everything but a pork chop sandwich.
You know Goku, you're probably the only person in the world who can't decide on which item he doesn't want to order, said Krillin.
Suddenly Goku's eyes sparkled and he looked up from the menu, I know! I'll just order everything on menu!
It's taken you twenty minutes to think of that?
it took me fifteen minutes to decide that. I've just been thinking about the next round of fighting for the last five minutes, replied the Saiya-jin dynamo.
Ok, are you ready to order now? asked the waitress for what seemed like the hundredth time to her.
piped Goten and Trunks.
I don't think that little pad is gonna be big enough, commented Krillin.
I'll have everything on the menu, said Goku.
Same for me, added Vegeta.
Me too! chirped Goten and Trunks.
And ummwhat can I get for you Saiyaman? My phone number perhaps?
Gohan blushed while Videl glared behind her sunglasses. I'll just have what they're having, Said Gohan.
As will I, said Videl. And Saiyaman is spoken for, added the raven haired beauty as she gave Gohan a deep passionate kiss to emphasize her point. The waitress frowned but went on with her job.
I don't think there's enough food here to fill an order that big.
Oh dear, not again, said Chi-Chi. Just bring each of them six of each sandwich on the menu. We can go someplace else to fill them up.
Ah man said each of the six members of their party who had Saiya-jin blood flowing through their veins.
and ummfor the rest of you?
Krillin watched as Gohan and Videl chatted while they waited for their order to come. Deep inside his mind he could feel it surfacing. It always surfaced when he saw the demi-Saiya-jin with his girlfriend. So GoSaiyaman, what took you two so long to get here?
We were taking a bath. What's it to you? replied Gohan.
Krillin frowned; it wasn't any fun when Gohan wasn't embarrassed. But then he got an idea. Did you bathe together?
Gohan smirked at the former monk, Again Krillin frowned as Videl took a drink from her water glass to keep herself from laughing.
18 rolled her eyes at her husband's antics, Why don't you drop it Krillin. You know they had sex. They are a couple of hormone crazed teens after all. The two teens blushed.
Awe manthat's mondo uncool. How were you able to make them blush so easily? asked Krillin.
Gohan fumbled for words for several seconds before replying, But we didn't have The demi-Saiya-jin mumbled the last word; it was still one of those embarrassing subjects for him. All of their family and friends, except for Goten, Trunks, and little Marron who made icky faces, laughed at them.
Chi-Chi smiled and looked at Bulma, Isn't that cute?
Yea it is Chi-Chi. They're being so modest about it tonight, replied Bulma.
But we didn't, insisted Videl. We just relaxed and
Got jiggy with it, said Yamcha, causing everyone but the two teens to laugh.
Welcome back ladies and gentlemen to the Twenty Fourth Tenkaichi Budokai! Have you all enjoyed this tournament of champions so far? The crowd gave a roaring yes in reply. Well then today will you will see two fights between husband and wife. These two fights are a first for the Tenkaichi Budokai. So why don't you all give it up for our first competitors of the day Saiyagirl and Krillin! The fans roared as Videl and Krillin made their way out to the ring. As you may recall from yesterday, Saiyagirl totally dominated her match against Sharpner and Krillin quickly sent his opponent, Yamcha, out of the ring. Krillin snickered at the memory of defeating Yamcha. He hadn't expected to win so easily. So Saiyagirl, Krillin, are you two ready to exchange blows and earn your spot in the semi-finals? Videl nodded, Krillin on the other hand had something to say.
Definitely! And I'm sorry to disappoint all the ladies out there, but I'm married. You may remember my lovely wife as the one who was sent through the roof of the infirmary.
In the fighter's waiting area Krillin's friends chuckled at him. What do you suppose made him say that? asked Yamcha.
I told him to, replied 18. I noticed several of the women in the stands looking at him inappropriately.
Alrighty then, said the MC. Let's get the first round of the quarter finals under way. Begin!
I'll go easy since I don't want Gohan to be mad with me, whispered Krillin as he and Videl circled the center of the ring, each prepared for the other to strike at any moment.
Thanks, but don't. If I can't beat you at your best then I deserve to loose. Krillin shrugged.
Suit yourself. But don't say I didn't warn you.
I won't, replied Videl before making the first move by charging at Krillin. The former monk smirked at seeing an opening created by Videl's offensive charge. But when he struck out to exploit that opening he found himself lying flat on the ring for Videl had purposely created the hole in her defense.
What happened? asked Krillin as he quickly got up.
You fell into my trap, replied a smirking Videl. I could have ended the fight but then what's the fun in that?
Krillin gulped, "Are...are you sure you haven't been training with Vegeta instead of Gohan?"
"Yep," replied Videl. "I'm just tormenting you because of all the teasing." Krillin paled, he knew that she wouldn't kill him. But he was sure that Videl wouldn't think twice about pushing the limits.
"Uh...would I save myself any pain if I said I was sorry?" The people in the stands started to boo. They paid to see people fight, not stand around chatting.
Videl smirked and replied, "Can Goku go for a day without eating?" causing the former monk to gulp.
"I umm...guess it'll be like old times then," said Krillin before grinning. "It's been so long since I've experienced pain during a fight that I'm starting to forget what it feels like." Confusion was evident on Videl's face since she had mostly been expecting him to give up. "So..." Krillin suddenly fired a ki blast at Videl, causing her to jump back. Damn...she's faster then I... Wow! Krillin barely dodged a retaliatory ki blast from Videl. "Not bad kid."
"Thanks. Now try this on for size!" Videl fired a rapid series of six ki blasts at Krillin.
Krillin chuckled at how sloppily the blasts had been fired as he easily dodged them, "What was that....eep!" He barely managed to avoid each of them again as they circled back around towards him.
"In case you were wondering what those were meant to do," said Videl while Krillin danced around the sky to dodge the maddeningly persistent ki blasts. "They were a distraction."
"What?" Krillin looked at Videl just in time to see a ball of pulsing energy in her cupped hands. The former monk paused for just a second too long and was juggled by the six ki blasts he had momentarily forgotten as a result. Before the smoke and dust could clear from the resulting explosion, Krillin fell towards the ring only to be knocked out of it by a seventh ki blast from Videl.
"And Saiyagirl is the winner by ring out!" yelled the MC into his microphone as the crowd roared their applause.
"Pleeeaaase Selene? Won't you let me win?" Selene smiled and shook her head.
"I told you before Herky, I'm not throwing the fight. And don't beg. It's a big turn off."
"But Seleeeene..." The woman turned and glared at her mate.
"I said no and that is final!" Hercule cowered away from the much smaller woman. "You've been bad since I died and this is my chance to pay you back."
"I uhh...ok... I guess I deserve it." The champ stared off into space for a few seconds before adding, "You won't make it hurt too much will you?"
Selene shrugged her shoulders, "I can't promise that. This is a fight after all."
"B-b-but..."
"Damn it, quit whining. I don't know how you managed to become the raining champion..." Selene rolled her eyes at he hurt look Hercule gave her. "Fine. If you be good, quit whining, and don't complain about ANYTHING for the remainder of the tournament then I'll give you a special treat."
"A...treat?"
"Yes, and no. I won't tell you what it is," replied Selene as someone knocked on the door to their private chambers.
"Mr. and Mrs. Satan, you're match is about to start," said a voice from the other side of the door.
Selene smirked at her husband before replying, "Ok, we'll be right there."
"Ladies and gentlemen, I'm sure our next to fighters don't need any introduction! But since it's my job I'm going to introduce them anyway! Here they are, the raining Martial Arts Champion and his wife, Hercule and Selene Satan!" The fans roared and clapped for several minutes after the Satan's had taken to the arena but once they had quieted down to a dull roar the MC continued. "This is the first fight in tournament history between husband and wife," said the MC before turning to Selene. "So how do you feel about facing your husband in the ring, and how do you think you'll do?"
Selene gave the fans a dazzling smile and replied, "I've been looking forward to this moment for a while now. And I think I'm going to win this fight."
"Really now? Do you have anything to say to her in return?" The champ smiled as sweat beaded on his forehead.
"I umm..." Hercule paused, half in nervousness and half in order to listen to his fans.
"You're the man Hercule!" "Don't go easy on her because she's your wife!" "I've got a hundred zeni riding on you so you better not lose!"
"I uh...Of course I'm going to win! I am the champ after all!"
You must like embarrassing yourself Herky, thought Selene while shaking her head.
"Well it sounds like you both want to win this, which I'm sure will make this one good match to watch. Now, before I start the match, am I going to have to get a marriage counselor after it's over?"
Selene chuckled, "Nope, there's no need for that since I always win against Herky-chan," Hercule's eyes opened wide at his wife calling him that in public, "so he's used to it." The MC and most everyone watching got a good laugh at that.
"Ok then, fighters to your places. And begin!"
Hercule closed his eyes and charged at his wife who neatly sidestepped before tripping him. The resulting thud of the champion falling face first onto the ring reverberated throughout the stadium.
"Ouch, that had to hurt," commented the MC as Hercule twitched several times before being picked up by Selene.
"Come now Herky, you can't loose like that," said the woman as she set Hercule on his feet.
"I don't believe it folks, the fight just started and the champ already looks like he's gonna pass out," said the MC as Hercule wobbled on rubbery legs.
"I'm..." Hercule took several deep breaths, steadying himself. "I'm not gonna loose!" roared the soon to be former champion of martial arts before noticing his wife standing before him with her hand clenched into a fist and arm pulled back in preparation for a punch that was sure to hurt.
Hercule's eyes clamped shut as he cringed at his wife's incoming fist. Long ago he learned that her punches hurt a lot and he was sure this would be no expectation.
Hercule dear, open your eyes. The man opened one tentative eye at the sound of his wife's voice and then the other. Selene grinned and drew back her fist, That's better. Hercule went cross eyed as he stared at his approaching fist. Pow! Selene socked him right in the kisser, sending him tumbling head over heals out of the ring.
Silence settled over the ring as everyone stared in awe at the fallen Hercule. What had happened? Surely he didn't just loose. He couldn't loose. He's the champ. Invincible. "Well umm..." the MC stared at the fallen form of Hercule as a strange thought ran through his head, If this was a cartoon he'd have little birds flying around his head. "It appears that the king of martial arts has been dethroned by his own wife! What an amazing outcome!"
"It's not all that amazing to me," said a disinterested Selene as she examined her finger nails. "I did teach him most of what he knows."
"Really? Wow, do you think you'll be taking over his martial arts schools then?" asked the MC before holding the mic in front of Selene's mouth.
"No thank you," replied the female Saiya-jin before walking back to the waiting area.
"Umm...alrighty then..." said the MC. "Our next match is between two people who not only faced each other in the ring at their last tournament appearance but also got engaged in the ring as well! Please give it up for the first couple of martial arts, Son Goku and Son Chi-Chi!" As the fans roared their approval Goku and Chi-Chi appeared arm in arm from the fighter's waiting area and made their way to the ring. The MC smiled at the couple, "I seem to recall you too leaving the ring just like that."
Chi-Chi smiled and looked at her husband before looking back at the announcer, "What can I say except that I'm attached to this big lug."
"I think we can all see that," replied the MC, earning a laugh from the people in the stands. "So has anything interesting happened since your last tournament appearance?"
"I've gone to another planet and to the afterlife," replied Goku. The MC gave him a very odd look. "And then there was..."
"Oh Goku, you're such a kidder," said Chi-Chi as she chastised him through their bond. "The only thing exciting that's happened to us is the birth of our two wonderful sons."
"Really? And where are they at today? I'm sure they're both exceptional fighters considering who their parents are." Chi-Chi and Goku smiled at him.
"That's true. Our youngest, Goten, is competing later today in the junior division. And we promised our eldest that we wouldn't reveal what he's up to," said Chi-Chi.
"Well I'm sure the ladies love him if he's anything like his old man," replied the MC.
Chi-Chi laughed and replied, "True, but there's only one he cares about. And she feels the same way about him. I have it on good authority that they'll be getting married soon."
"Oh really?" The MC turned to face the crowd, "You hear that folks? It sounds like there might be another addition to Goku's family someday soon." In the waiting area Gohan and Videl turned red.
::Why does everyone bring that up?:: asked Gohan.
::I don't know,:: replied Videl. ::Maybe they know something we don't.::
"Ok, well as much as I'd like to stand here chatting I think we better get this fight underway..."
"I'm sure all of you will agree with me on that being the best fight so far!" The fans bellowed in agreement.
"But it was the same as when we spar," said Goku as he and Chi-Chi left the ring arm in arm, not understanding what was so good about it.
"Moving right along, our next two fighters are Saiyaman and Piccolo!" The demi-Saiya-jin and ever stoic Namekian took their places in the ring. And be-
Don't bother, interrupted Piccolo before the MC could finish.
Huh? What do you mean? asked the MC.
I know I won't win this match. So I'm going to spare any damage to this stadium by forfeiting.
Gohan stared at his former sensei in disbelief, But Piccolo
The Namek smiled at his pupil as he walked past him back to the waiting area, We both know that I have no chance of beating you kid.
Well ummalright then, said the MC as he straightened his suit jacket. Saiyaman advances to the next round because Piccolo has forfeited this match!
As Piccolo walked back into the fighter's waiting area he was stopped by Goku, Why'd you give up without a fight? asked the Saiya-jin power house.
A smile, on a fraction of the one he had given Gohan, shown on the Namek's face as he replied, This isn't our tournament Goku. Not yours, not Krillin's, and not mine. We've all been here before except for your son. This is his tournament Goku.
Listen green bean, Kakarott won't throw a fight for anyone. Even his own son, said Vegeta.
The Namek raised what passed for an eyebrow, I know. It's pure luck that his first opponent was such an idiot.
Vegeta glared at Piccolo, Why you but before mount Vegeta could erupt, Bulma extinguished the impending eruption with a light kiss.
Bulma smiled at him sweetly, Let's leave them alone huh Veggie-chan? Why don't you come keep me company. She didn't wait for a reply as she led him away by the arm. As he left Vegeta could hear the sound of the others snickering at him.
Oh man, I never thought I'd see the day when Vegeta would be so whipped, commented Yamcha.
Yea man, replied Krillin. There's no way I'll ever be like that.
18 smirked slightly, Krillin, I'm thirsty.
Huh? Oh ok hon. I'll go get you something to drink, replied the former monk before running off in search of a vending machine.
Yamcha chuckled while shaking his head slightly and quietly saying, You're right Krillin. You're not like Vegeta, you're worse then him.
"Hurry up or we're gonna be late!" exclaimed Goten as he tried to drag his parents down the hall.
"No we won't sweetie, the junior division doesn't start for another hour," said Chi-Chi.
"But mommy!"
"No buts Goten. We're gonna go eat Gohan and Videl and the..."
"Food?!" Goten's face showed that he hadn't even thought about the subject. "Yippy!" The next thing Goku and Chi-Chi knew, they were being dragged down the hall by a flying super Saiya-jin child on a quest for food.
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