Saiyan Bond

Chapter One - Visitor


Tears formed within his tiny dark eyes, causing his soft warm skin to become wet and cold. It had been ten days, ten days since it'd happened. His Father's death.

It was something he never got to see, but the thought of Frieza doing any sudden sort of damage to his Father was still something that seemed to be clear in his mind. It was like he could sense what had happened.

The boy sat there in darkness, his quarter's barely visible. He searched his hand around to the stand next to him, feeling around the lamp for a switch. Once he discovered it, he flipped it on. This resulted in the room finally coming into view before him.

Books had been scattered everywhere, showing his obsession with reading. Books such as Dictionaries, Encyclopedia's, and even book's on Anatomy were all strewn across the floor and next to his bed. It was his only solace from this world he lived in.

He sat up, rubbing his eyes to obtain a clearer view of the room. Then heaved a sigh and stared at his hands for the longest time. Boy did he miss him. He missed hearing his Father's voice. It had only been a week since his death, yet he still couldn't force himself to forget.

A knock came to his door, making him stare at his wall. " Who is it? What do you want? " He spat towards the door, his teeth clenched in fury.

A rough voice answered back, sounding a little disappointed. " Prince Vegeta...it's me, Raditz ".

Vegeta breathed, burying his head in his tiny hands as he replied. " Come in... "

Raditz sighed, slowly opening the door as he made his way in. He didn't want to disturb the poor boy. After all, he did lose the most important person in his life. But, he felt that he needed to help him.

Vegeta refused to look Raditz in the eyes, his face still buried in his hands. He didn't want anyone to see him like this. He had to be strong, his Father wouldn't have wanted him to react in this way. Tears only fell from the eyes of weaklings, not strong warriors.

Raditz sat down next to Vegeta on the bed, his wait length dark hair brushing against the covers. He stared at the younger Saiyan, not quite sure what to do. He bit his lip nervously. " Prince? "

The younger Saiyan cried silently to himself, ignoring the other's words.

" Prince Vegeta...please don't cry ".

" What am I suppossed to do!!!! " Vegeta shouted, finally removing his hands from his face.

Raditz felt chills run down his spine, staring at Vegeta in concern.

They were left in silence for several moments, neither saying anything. They both just continued to stare at each other, waiting for the other to draw first.

" Vegeta... "

The young Prince looked away, crossing his arms and scowling.

Raditz continued, " ...You can't act like this... "

" He was my Father, Raditz...I loved him... "

The older Saiyan heaved a sigh, listening every second or so for the sounds of breathing outside the door. He didn't want any of Frieza's cronies to find out he was here. " He loved you too...but you can't continue to cry over his death. You have to be strong...that's what he'd want ".

Vegeta looked back over at the older Saiyan, his tiny bangs brushing against his eyes. " You really...you really think so? "

Raditz nodded, placing an arm on Vegeta's shoulder. " Of course...would I lie to you? "

The younger Saiyan let a smile form across his thin lips, giving his new friend a tight hug. " I'm sorry for being such a creep... "

" Don't worry about it... " Raditz smiled back, patting the Prince on the back.

Vegeta tightened his hold, still unable to control the tears falling from his eyes. " He'll pay... "

" What are you talking about, Prince? " The older Saiyan questioned, still rubbing the boy's back in a Fatherly way to comfort him.

The boy sniffed, " Someday Frieza will pay for his treachery. He'll pay with his life. "

Raditz was shocked by the boys sudden thirst for revenge, but mentioned nothing of it. He understood Vegeta's motives, and was sure that he would one day get his long awaited revenge.

" Will you stay here with me until I fall asleep? , " the Prince requested, letting his 14 year old friend go.

Raditz looked down at the 9 year old, his heart seemed to be warming up to this child. " Of course Prince, which tale would you like to hear? "

Vegeta crawled under the covers, laying his head back on the pillow with great speed. " The tale of the Super Saiyan ".

The older Saiyan shook his head. " How did I guess? Alright then. There's an old tale of a Saiyan with incredible powers. This creature destroyed entire Planet's, and wiped out many a race. "

Vegeta listened intently to his friend's story, Closing his eyes. Before he knew it, he'd fallen asleep.

Raditz realized this, smiling as he sat down in a chair in the corner. He watched the young Prince like a Guardian Angel, his eyes slowly drooping. He fell asleep to the sound of Vegeta's slow breathing, slipping into total darkness.

SVS: I'd like to know what you think before I make this a one-shot! I'll continue if you all like it!

Booyaka!
Super-Veggie-San