A New Perspective

By Mayumi Takanashi

The five super-saiyans stood in a circle on the fresh grass on the picnic site, slightly dizzy after their return journey back to Earth. All their friends and family rushed toward them with worried looks on their faces and shouts of greetings. Hugs were exchanged, and this all was happening so fast.

"So how was it?" asked Piccolo. "Are any of you injured?"

"No, we're fine," Goku answered.

"I met with someone who was really nice," Gohan explained.

"Yeah, they only wanted to talk to us," Goten added.

"That's it? You didn't have to battle at all?" Tien questioned.

"No, not at all," Trunks replied.

Everyone breathed a sigh of relief, and they all helped clean up the ground, since the Saiyans' departure left a pile of rubble. Afterwards, they all sat upon their blankets as one large group and told their tales of their adventures with the beautiful Princesses of the Other World. They showed off their gifts from the women, which everyone thought were really interesting.

Goten told everyone the truth, but also said that he had beaten the princess (who he said was slightly older than him) at an apple-eating contest.

Trunks really didn't lie much about his experience, but did mention Mayumi's beauty more than once.

Gohan told the truth about his time in the Olive Branch Library. He also announced that he was planning on going to college to study, instead of dedicating the rest of his life to martial arts. This made Chi-Chi glow with pride.

Vegeta had left out many details, like the Saiyans' pasts as farmers, and Tanokai's love for Jhedeta. In fact, he practically made up his story of how the Battle Mistress wanted to merely view for herself the true power of a super-saiyan, and was so impressed that she gave him a sword. Most of the group believed him, so there was no argument.

Goku told about everything except about his student. Secretly, he was planning an elaborate exit with Uub at the next World Martial Arts Tournament. With the good Buu's help, he could give everyone the shock of a lifetime with his mysterious departure to train during his match with Uub. Goku shook with anticipation. However, during the intervening time until then, he decided to spend as much time with his family as much as he could, just as Anishi asked him to do.

Each Saiyan examined his gift carefully. Goten studied his ripe, red apple. Trunks fingered the gleaming pocket watch with care. Gohan sat intrigued with his book. Vegeta ran his finger along the tip of the blade of his sword. Goku held the necklace tightly in his fist. All five of them took pride in their treasures. They had learned a lot that day, and most importantly, they each had gained a new perspective on life.

THE END

Author's Notes: I'm sorry the last chapter was so short. I didn't really know what else I could add. I want to know about my grammar, my writing skills, and how much you liked my ideas. I think I really liked describing the library the most out of all the scenes in the fanfic. The person who I had the most fun describing was Mayumi, since that's my nickname at school. All the people in this story are my friends, and Mai is my little sister. I had fun twisting their identities around, so I hope they forgive me. None of these physical appearances have anything to do with their real selves, so don't try to imagine them that way. We're all mostly blonds and light brunettes : ) Thank you for reading this far! I hope you enjoyed reading it, and please review!