''There you are! I've been looking all over for you.'' Gohan looked at the strangely familial figure. ''What do you mean? Have we met before?''
''Ofcourse we have. I'm...''
Gohan awoke. He looked around the dim room startled. Only a dream. It seemed so real. A feeling of nastalgia peircing him all of a sudden. Who was he? He shook his head and cleared his mind. Morning already? I'd better get up then. He stood up and began to stretch. He was still mildly stiff from the previous days training. Opening his door he left his room. Vegeta was already seated at the kitchen table. ''Overslept again boy?''
''The names Gohan. Vegeta smiled '' You're stating the obvious.'' Gohan sighed smiling. '' Are we training today?''
''Ofcourse. Grab a ration pack and lets get started. ''Sure Vegeta.'' Gohan walked to a cupboard taking a single pack.
They exited together walking side by side, stride by stride. One would say they were father and son. ''God morning you two.'' They stopped to acknowlege Promethius, the Selenian elder. Vegeta produced a nod of greeting. Gohan smiled enthusiastically. ''Morning Promethius.''
''Are you training again today?'' He looked concerned. ''Gohan half smirked. ''Don't worry about us, we'll be fine. Promethius sighed. ''The crystal chamber will be avalable to you as always when you are done. '' Thanks but i doubt we'll need it. See you later'' Gohan waved confidently and began walking.
They headed for their usual training ground, a massive crater, probably created by a meteor which struck many years ago.. For some unknown reason the crater had an even higher gravity field than the crater its self. Gohan remembered the first time they encountered it years ago. It had only been a few weeks since they arrived....''Wow! Look at that big hole! Vegeta turned his head to acknowlege the boys claim.He was ammused by the boys own childish ammusement. ''It's just a crater. Gohan ignored him and edged closer with difficulty as the planets gravity field was intense enough. He made it to the edge and peered inwards. '' It's deep!'' He took one more step nearer for a closer look, causing loose gravel to give away under his feet. He fell in releasing a surprised yell. He hit the bottom face first.
''Boy! Are you alright? Vegeta made his way to the edge of the crater and peered inwards. '' Are you hurt?
Gohan tried to move but was unable to do so. ''I don't think so. I can't mover though''
''What do you mean you can't move?!'' Vegeta was beginning to get impatient. ''It feels like i'm glued to the floor.''
''Nonesense! If I come down there and get you with ease theirs going to be trouble!'' Gohan gulped nervously.
Grumbling to himself Vegeta began to descend only to find that he was being dragged down with great force. He too emitted a surprised yell before plunging into the depths of the crater. He landed face first next to Gohan. '' What is this? I can't move!''
''I told you.'' Vegeta lost his temper. ''Silence boy!'' In reassurance to his harsh tone he spoke gentler. ''Looks light you were right. Could it be that the gravity level is much more intense in here? This is a blessing in disguise.'' Vegeta powered up to his maximum but was still only able to emit feeble movements. '' This is rediculous!''
An idea came to mind. Yes! Thats it. It's the only way but I need it now. Frieza! I can't die here, not yet. Not until you pay! Emmense anger welled up inside of him. I must! Golden pain surged out of his body. He transformed in all the glory of a warrior race. ''Yes, that will do'' He stood up with ease. ''The power...'' He looked at both of his hands extended in front of him feeling their power. He reached down and picked the parylised boy up with ease and flew out of the crater. After putting him down Gohan watched Vegeta with awe. ''Wow! How did you do that?'' Vegeta smiled ''You'll find out soon enough.'' From that moment on Gohan was overwhelmed by a sense of hero worship. Vegeta was everything to him
''Boy!'' Gohan snapped back to reality and looked at Vegeta. '' We're here, stop daydreaming and get ready. Gohan shook his head '' Sorry Vegeta...''
''Never mind, lets get started.'' They both descended into the depths of the crater walking with ease now. They had both grown equally powerfull over the years, Gohan only just stronger as he had a natural talent and unknown hidden power in the depths of his being. Vegeta transformed in a flash of gold a mighty aura surrounding him. It still awed Gohan everytime her witnessed it. ''Well? Aren't you goint to follow suit or do you wish to spar with me in your original form?'' Vegeta smirked slightly.
Gohan blinked a few times '' No, no...sorry.'' He too transformed in a cascade of gold. ''Ok, let's get started.''
They bagan to spar intensly. Both going all out, none yielding. They fought as if they were enemies and loss would mean death. Gohan, although showing extreme power was for once lacking. He wasn't fully focused. It was as if he had something on his mind and Vegeta sensed it. It was so bad that Vegeta landed a full three blows in a row and even managed a finishing spinning roundhouse almost knocking Gohan sensless. ''What is wrong with you! I haven't seen such a bad performance from you since our visit to Aristodemos! What's wrong? Tell me now.''
Gohan returned to his original form and looked away. ''Well!!''
''I don't know alright! I've been having weird dreams lately. They're confusing, that's all'' Vegeta looked cautiously at Gohan. ''Dreams?''
''Yes, dreams. They make me feel strange afterwards. Almost like a longing feeling.
''What do you see?'' Gohan sighed. ''Look it doesn't matter, let's just carry on. Vegeta shook his head. '' Oh no! Whatever it is is hampering your training and that's unacceptable. Now tell me about it. You know you can talk to me.''
Gohan shrugged '' Fine. It always starts in a weird place. Another planet. It's green, trees everywhere...beautiful. I'm walking alone in this place until I stop by a river. I'm always thirsty so I take a drink. When I'm done he's always behind me....''
''Who? Who's always behind you. Gohan peered deep into his mind. ''A man, with black hair and a friendly face. He looks so...so familiar. Like i've met him before, and when he's there I feel this intense peace.'' Gohan shook his head '' It's stupid I know. Sorry something so weak is stopping my training...lets continue''
Vegeta shook his head. ''No, enough for today'' Gohan looked at him openly surprised. '' Are you sure?'' He nodded. ''Yes boy, i'm sure. Why don't you go back home and get something to eat, I know your hungry...you always are. Gohan smiled '' Well, your acting really strange but if your sure then ok...'' He wiped the sweat off of his forehead and flew out of the crater stopping in mid air. ''Aren't you coming?''
Vegeta shook his head. '' Later, i'm just going to stick around here for a while.''
''If your still going to train then im staying too.'' Vegeta began to get annoyed. '' I don't plan on any more training today. Now go!''
Gohan shrugged in surrender. ''Jeez, fine. I'm going.'' He powered up and flew away leaving Vegeta on his own.
He remained standing in the middle of the vast crater for a few minutes before slowly making his way back out. I had though that he'd forgotten his father by now. I assumed so. He seemed to forget everything about his life up until his arrival on the station when we got here. I thought he'd had mild amnesia. It seems his memories are beginning to break through again. It would be wrong to keep the truth from him yet i'm not prepared to give him up. Although tense, the years on this planet have been happy. I could almost call it home, and him my...my son. He must never know the truth. His mind made he began truging back home. He got halfway when he stopped. '' What am I doing? I can fly.'' He laughed. ''I think too much these days.I Must learn to focus more.'' He powered up and took off speeding his way home.
He could make out two figures in the distance near his home. Must be Promethius with Gohan. He landed next to them. ''Ah Vegeta'' Promethius extended his open hand touching Vegeta on the right shoulder, in Selenian greeting. '' Good to see you both mobile for a change. Vegeta laughed softly. ''You're concern is touching but not necissary. Gohan and I as i'm sure you've seen are quite capable of taking care of ourselves.'' The pair had been responsible for the planets protection since arrival and had proved themselves many times against invading enemies earning them a high status amongst the Salenians. ''Yes, you are right ofcourse. I do however see the two of you as sons and want no harm to befall either of you.'' Gohan smiled'' Thank you Promethius, and we ofcourse see you as a father.''
Promethius nodded his thanks. '' I must go now, I have matters to attend to.''
Gohan nodded '' ofcourse, we understand''
He nodded again and left. Vegeta looked at Gohan and smiled. '' Lets go inside, we have a certain matter to discuss'' Gohan gave him a releived look. He was happy that Vegeta was back to normal again.''No problem.'' They proceeded into the dome shaped house. They sat down at the kitchen table. '' Well? What's on your mind?''
Vegeta looked at Gohan seriously. '' We have been here long Gohan and we have learned much and trained hard.'' Gohan nodded his understanding. ''We are ready to finish what I started years ago.'' Understanding shone in Gohan's eyes. '' Frieza?''
Vegeta nodded. '' Yes boy, Frieza. We leave in the morning. It's most fortunate the Salenians are advanced technology wise. The pod is in working oreder and a duplicate is ready and and so are we. Do you agree?''
Gohan nodded enthusiastically. ''Ofcourse, i couldn't agree more.'' Confidence glowed in his eyes.
''Then it is agreed, we leave tomorrow. Get a good nights rest. You'll need it. Gohan nodded. '' Ok, I understand.'' He stood up and proceeded towards his room.
Vegeta remained at the table. Your time has come Frieza. You can't possibly match two super saiyans and we're ten times as powerful as we were. He smiled to himself in anticipation before rising slowly and heading for his room.
--Earth--
''Well Bulma? Can you help me out?'' Bulma looked at Goku in contemplation. '' I don't know Goku, you've never been in space in your life before. You don't know the first thing about pilloting a spaceship.'' Goku frowned. ''I guess you're right. Do you have any suggestions?''
Bulma sighed in resignation. '' Ok Goku, I'll go with you.'' She put the back of her hand against her head in a fainting pose. ''What am I thinking? It'll be just like old times though won't it? Goku smiled affectionately at his long time friend. '' Thank you Bulma. It means so much to me.
''What are friends for right?
''Right! When can we leave?'' Bulma laughed. ''Hold your horses friend. I'll have to ready a ship first. It could take a little while. Three days max.
''Ok...I've waited thirteen years I may aswell wait a few more days. Thanks a million Bulma, I'll see you in three days. He turned around and began to leave.
''Wait...Goku!'' He looked back over his shoulder. ''Yes?''
''Leaving so soon? I haven't seen you in years. Can't you stay a while? Goku looked down guiltily. ''I guess I haven't seen much of you over the years.
''Please, sit. Are you hungry?'' She laughed. '' What am I saying, ofcourse you are. I'll be right back. She returned shortly with a tray full of food. ''Here we go, dig in.''
Goku wasted no time. ''Man this is great!'' He continued eating vigorously until there was nothing left. Bulma watched him smiling. ''I've still never known anyone else who can eat like you. It's good to have you back Goku.
''I'm sorry for acting the way I did Bulma. It was wrong of me. ''
''Not at all. I understand. It's just really really great to have you back. I mean that....''
They talked for hours reaquanting themselves with one another. They talked of times past and all the adventures they'd been through as kids and all the good times they had had. Two friends reunited again, bonded again and happy to be in each others company.After many hours had past Goku stood up. ''Thank you Bulma, it was good to talk with you again. It's been a while. Bulma smiled and gave him a hug. ''I'll see you later.'' Goku nodded and exited the building giving Bulma a final wave before powering up and flying towards home. I'm glad it's finally time. It won't be long now...Gohan.
He arrived home, a giant burden lifted off his shoulders. He felt much better now that he knew everything would be ok. He opened the door with a steady hand and went in. Chi-Chi was waiting for him in the living room. ''Well?''
Goku looked her in the eyes. ''It's set, i've talked to Bulma. I'm going after Gohan. Chi-Chi looked down. ''It's necissary I know but i'll miss you so much.
Goku felt intense affecion. He walked over to her and took her in his arms. '' And i'll miss you. They stayed that way for ages both unyielding and needing.....''Oh Goku....''
HEHE -evil grin- I like the ending of this chapter...don't you? Really dying to know what all of u think now, so plz, do let me know...