Hello….HELLO!!! Here's the next chappy for my story! Thanks again for the reviews, its soo great! Hoping for more though…..ANYWAYS! To answer questions…or question:
Yes Goten being Videl's 'savior' is relevant to the story. You'll find out why soon enough.
The story might be moving at a faster pace now, but HEY I actually want to get to the good parts already! And im sure you guys do too!
REMEMBER TO KEEP YOUR EYES OPEN! Everything in the story has it's purpose, well not everything but most things happen for a reason.
Oh and I'll tell you now, THE CONVERSATIONS BETWEEN CUPID AND MR. POPO ARE VERY IMPORTANT SO PAY ATTENTION TO THEM! It will affect the story greatly later on, so if you need a refresh go back a few chaps and read their conversation carefully….
Alright enough blather blather…ON TO THE STORY!!!
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North and South Poles, Magnet attractions!
He's been driving for so long now and I could barely recognize the place we were in. It was getting dark above us, and we seemed to be heading to a more secluded, empty area of the city, if they were still in the city that is. Less and less cars passed by them, and as they drove deeper in the forest, an uneasy feeling came over me. 'You know, I just realized I recognize you,' Goten said calmly with a grin.
I eyed him, then the half empty bottle of wine drooping on the cup holder. 'Yeah, how's that?' I asked shakily, unconsciously creeping farther away from him on her seat.
'You're Videl Satan, I'm from America actually. Just visiting my –hiccup- folks here,' he replied, stirring the wheel over to a darker place that looked like an old elementary school playground, he parked the car. My eyes quickly searched around and widened when I saw no one in sight, we were alone. Oh no…..
I felt a hand touch my shoulder, and I jumped back in surprise. 'Goten, what are you doing?! Where are we?' Fear was starting to overcome my body, and my heart pounded wildly on my chest in panic. I had to get out, I had to get away.
Goten grinned. 'Somewhere, no where, who cares.' He ran his hand carefully up and down my thighs, I stiffened at his touch. 'It's getting pretty cold, want to warm up together?'
He leaned closer, slipping his hand under my shirt when WHHHAAMMM!!!!
I couldn't take it anymore, I drew back my hand and smacked him hard across the face, taking his stunned silence as my opportunity and jumped out of the car, running to the dark park with no idea where to go or where the hell I was, relying on my feet and instincts to run as far away from trouble as possible. I could hear Goten curse and yell, getting out of the car and running after me on foot. I panicked and began to call for help the only way I knew, scream.
HELP!!!!
Gohan parked his car and turned the ignition off, hopping out and walking around freely. He had spent an hour in the city and found that the bright lights smoke and noise very unpleasant to him, so he rode to a more rural area. This was something he really enjoyed, nature's wonders. The fresh air tickling his tanned skin and waving his spiky hair, the sunset and sunrise, sleeping on the grass beneath the dark starry nights, these simple things brought a warm smile to his face. Every time he went to places like these, it was like stepping out of reality and stepping into dreamland where there is only hakuna matata. (A/n: Hakuna Matata from lion king, 'It means no worries' LOL..i love lion king.)
He breathed, took his shoes off and walked on the slightly damp grass bare footed. He smiled at the feeling of every blade and soil bending and molding beneath his feet. Some how it relaxed him. Gohan laid down on the grass, his arms behind his head and closed his eyes. Time for some well deserved rest…..
HELP!!!
He jerked up to the painful sound in surprise and was suddenly toppled over by someone's rushing legs. He caught whoever it was in his arms before she would've landed face first on the ground. From the high pitched screams coming out of the person's mouth, Gohan surmised it was a she. His arms tightened on the person slightly, yup, definitely a she.
'Shhhh…calm down miss, what's wrong?' he said softly, helping the woman up to her feet with his arms. She was still leaning on him, her hair covering most of her face which mixed with darkness prevented him from recognizing who she was.
Videl's eyes widened, her heart pounded against her breast, she slowly brushed her hair from her eyes and gasped. 'GOHAN?!'
He accidentally dropped her in shock, causing her to fall on her butt with a thud. 'Videl?'
They starred at each other for a moment, until they heard a car start somewhere far. That sound brought Videl into Gohan's arms, surprisingly, shaking with cold or fear, or both. She was jumpy and trembling, not the tough snobby girl he knew, and he realized he didn't like it. He knew something was wrong with her, so instinctively, his arms tightened around her small body.
Videl buried herself deeper into Gohan's chest. She didn't care that he could see her crying, she didn't care about what Gohan did before, she didn't care that she was so close to him, she was afraid and that was all that mattered. She needed protection and Gohan provided her with the warmth and security she needed so much of in her life, especially today.
Videl shivered slightly, her eyes and ears perked up sharply. Usually, no man would ever scare her that way, but that guy, Goten, when she punched his face it felt like a sack of bricks on her knuckles. That realization crept on her body, knowing if she didn't find someone to help her, she'd probably get raped.
'Videl, what's wrong?' His voice was soft and caring, voicing his genuine concern, like a father to his daughter or a brother to his sister. She shook her head, holding on Gohan's arms tightly. 'Take me home, please Gohan. Take me home.'
He nodded, placing a hand behind her back and another behind her knee before carrying her in his arms as if she weighed like nothing.
Videl began to slip in and out of consciousness, today had been hell for her. All she wanted was to get home to her bed and cuddle up with something warm so she could feel protected. Although right now, she failed to realize that she had all she needed, all she wanted unconsciously….She buried her face deeper in his chest, greedily sucking the warmth it was providing.
She felt herself being placed on a seat, but she didn't know for sure. When Gohan let her go momentarily, her first reaction was to panic. Her security and warmth was snatched away, her body trembled again, the car crash and Goten's face flashed before her eyes. Oh no…..I won't make it. He'll rape me…find someone, I need help….scream Videl! Someone hear me, PLEASE HELP!
Some one did hear her. She felt strong arms wrap around her once again. She heard a distant soothing voice but could feel the warm tickling of his breath. 'Videl, you're okay. I'm taking you home.'
She really didn't know why she trusted him, but her gut told her it was okay. That she could close her eyes and every thing will be just fine, that she's in good hands. 'Don't worry, you're in good hands.' That was the last thing Videl heard before she passed out.
Mr. Popo's eyes widened like saucers, accidentally dropping the iced tea in his hands from shock. He sent Cupid a worried look. 'I can't believe you let that HAPPEN?! Are you NUTTS?! No, don't answer that…She could've gotten really hurt!'
Cupid waved off Popo's concern with his hand, his wings fluttering annoyed. 'If you were paying ANY attention then you would see that this will actually bring them closer in the near future! Now why don't you go water your plants or something and leave the all the love stuff to the expert, okay? Trust Cupid on this one.'
Mr. Popo didn't move, quietly considering letting Dende out of the closet and together they could kick this midget's ass. Cupid flapped his wings again, eyeing him to move, and he did so, very reluctantly.
She opened her eyes tiredly, feeling like shit. Her body felt really numb and cramped, her hands smoothening the soft, unfamiliar bed she rested on.
Videl's eyes grew large and she jolted up. Where the hell am I?! Her eyes quickly scanned the room, stopping at a figure resting uncomfortably on the couch. Her memories flooded back into her like a rushing river and she grimaced. Yesterday was a nightmare she had gladly woken up from, to the sight of something cute and funny too.
Videl couldn't help but smile at how funny and childish Gohan looked sleeping on the couch. His body was too long to fit, his legs were hanging down on the side, one arm over his head and another on his stomach, a small frown on his face that showed how uneasy he was, although he was snoring very softly. If Videl didn't know any better she would've thought him as a very big and handsome baby.
She looked down at herself, concern quickly flooding her stomach. She was wearing the same clothes from yesterday, and she didn't feel violated. Yet she had to be sure. Unconsciously, Videl felt to make sure her underwear was still there, it was. But that's still not proof enough he didn't try anything funny and took advantage of her last night.
She looked at him again, her frown quickly vanished. If Gohan did try something, he wouldn't be sleeping on a small couch VERY uncomfortably while she took his huge soft bed with more than enough space for the both of them. And somehow Videl knew, yet she didn't know how she knew, that Gohan wasn't the type of person. He would never take advantage of anyone. NO, not him. She trusted him, somehow….
A hoarse whisper brought her out of her musing. 'Jamie…….' Gohan moaned, but it wasn't from pleasure, that Videl was sure of. It sounded like he was in pain. She took note to ask him about this Jamie person when the right time would come, she sighed heavily. He looked so funny sleeping on something so small. I wish I had a camera.
Videl picked up a fluffy pillow from the bed and flung it all the way over to him. He jumped in shock, hitting his head all the way over to the roof, then fell back down on the floor in a heap, moaning painfully. Videl blushed at the sound he made, trying hard to contain her laughted at the same time.
He rose to his feet with a sheepish smile, rubbing the back of his head with a blush. 'Was I snoring?'
Videl nodded. 'A little bit, but that's not why I threw the pillow at you.'
Gohan raised an eyebrow, scratching his belly unconsciously. 'Oh, then what was the reason?' he asked, wiping the little bit of drool sliding from the corner of his lips.
Videl smiled brightly, hoping he wouldn't bring up the things that happened to her yesterday. Because your moaning was driving me insane!!! 'Nothing, just wanted to do it. I find you an easy person to bully.'
Gohan rolled his eyes and shrugged. 'Well, you're not the first. Oh, sorry about bringing…er…you uhm here, at this hotel, not at your house.'
Videl's eyes widened. 'HOTEL?! Where the hell am I GOHAN?!'
He winced at her outburst, slowly sliding farther away from her, at least from her arms reach, the danger zone. 'It's not mine, if you're worried about it. I just thought that your dad won't be too happy to see you getting carried unconscious by some guy, and besides I don't even know where you live.' He grinned weakly at her piercing glare.
Videl shuffled uncomfortably, her eyes drifting to her hands. She couldn't help but notice that he was only wearing his black boxers and a plain white shirt, all his muscles clearly visible, and his skin was a flawless tan. He seemed like a Greek God glowing in the sunlight. There has to be something wrong with this guy, what the hell lotion does he use? She growled outside but grinned inside. 'Well, not that I care or anything but why didn't you just bring me back to your place?'
He looked down at his feet with a small innocent grin. 'If my mom saw me bringing an unconscious girl home, I'd never hear the end of it.'
Videl laughed lightly, tucking a pillow in her arms. They stayed quiet, not really knowing what to say to each other. 'I…' They started at the same time and paused, looking at each other weakly. 'You were saying something Videl?'
She shook her head. 'No, go ahead. You first.' Gohan shook his head stubbornly at her. 'No, ladies first.'
His eyes widened when Videl's eyes twitched. 'I DIDN'T MEAN IT LIKE THAT!' he pleaded weakly. 'It wasn't a sexist comment, sorry. Don't get mad Videl.'
She looked him over before a small smile graced her lips, brightening her face entirely. 'You get scared easily, relax Gohan. I'm not that short tempered…..am I?'
Gohan grinned at her but didn't answer, he was wise enough to know it would be best to be silent. Videl narrowed her eyes at him dangerously, before shrugging it off. 'So, what are we going to do?' Her voice sounded a little too interested, more than she would have wanted. She didn't know what the hell was wrong with her today. What the hell made her want to spend time with the guy who ditched her at lunch and made her pay for their meals? And paying for his meal IS saying something. But now that she thought about it, she has more than enough money anyway, even for that, and its not like Gohan couldn't pay her back, he's richer than her!
Gohan cocked his head to the side, then smiled. 'I'm hungry, want to get a bite to eat?' He paused when he remembered the last time they went for a bit, then hurriedly continued to say 'And I promise I'm paying this time. What do you say?'
He readied himself for her reaction, a turndown most likely, but was utterly surprised when she laughed and nodded her head. His face brightened, in shock and glee. How the hell was it that he got VIDEL to go out on a date with him? Well not really a date, but hey a guy can dream too you know.
'Okay….OKAY! Alright, well can you uhmm….give me a minute and I'll go get changed. In the washroom I mean, not out here. Not that I said you wanted…never mind. Can you give me a minute?' he asked excitedly with a bright smile that made Videl's heart melt so suddenly. She rolled her eyes at him. 'Go ahead Gohan, remember I have to get changed too.'
Gohan nodded, walking, well practically running to the washroom. 'Right, right.' Once he closed the door, Videl let go of the air she was unconsciously keeping in. She couldn't get rid of the goofy grin on her face that was so persistent to stay. She slapped herself but it only made her grin even wider. Damn that Gohan, his smile is addictive, and contagious! Someone should put a warning sign around his neck.. Yup there was no denying it, she was excited too. Well not as excited as him, of course not. He SHOULD be excited, not too many men can get a second chance with her. She buried her face into the pillow she held in her arms, and let out a small squeal of delight.
'Videl? Everything okay out there?'
She blushed wildly, covering her face even more, totally forgetting that he couldn't see her. She cleared her throat loudly, trying to compose herself again. 'Y-yeah,….everything is great!....I mean fine, everything is fine. In fact, everything is just peachy.' Videl slapped herself on the forehead. Who the hell says peachy? Way to go girl…
Gohan smiled, leaning against the door, raising a brow. Peachy? That's a cool word, maybe I should start using it…(A/n: LOL Gohan is such a dork, maybe that's why I love him so much!)
Bra and Sarah stomped around the entire mansion, in search of a certain young man who never came home at night. 'This is so like HIM! Must be sleeping with some girl he banged,' Sarah hissed, annoyed. Bra nodded, glaring at everything in sight. When he gets back I'm going to roast his ass for making me worry over him! Oh if Jamie was here she'd straighten him out for sure!
Just then, David scampered to them, panting for breathe, a hand clutching the T.V. remote on his heaving chest. 'GUYS! News….trouble…..-gasp- accident!!! MUST –breathe – SEE!'
Bra and Sarah's eyes widened, their hearts stopped. ACCIDENT?! GOHAN?! The three rushed over to the living room, raising the volume of the television, their eyes wide and locked on the screen.
It has been confirmed that the car that dived down the bridge just yesterday does belong to Videl Satan, daughter of Hercule Satan. No bodies have been found at the moment, but we'll keep you posted on the latest news…
Sarah's jaws closed, sending her fist at the back of David's head. 'YOU MORON! WE THOUGHT IT WAS GOHAN WHO GOT IN THE ACCIDENT!!'
Bra kept her eyes on the screen, ignoring the rumble between her friends, an uneasy feeling crept to her stomach. Videl Satan? The girl Gohan's been fusing about recently? She frowned and ran for her room, she had to tell someone, she had to let someone know, she unconsciously dialed the first number that came to her mind, Goten's.
Bra paced around the room, not even knowing what to say, her body wracking with adrenalin. Just before the last ring, she realized who she was calling and was about to hang up when someone picked up from the other line. Her eyes widened when Goten's voice slurred in. 'H-heellooo?'
She bit her lower lip, smacking herself for dialing his number. But then, she really did want to call him. Maybe this was just her excuse to call. She rolled her eyes at herself. Like he'd really be interested that Videl Satan's car was found under the bridge, floating on the waters. Goten helloed again, and she took a deep breathe, deciding it was now or never. 'Goten, are you watching the news?'
There was shuffling on the other line, then a groan. 'I- no, why?' Bra's brows furrowed. He sounded a lot like a drunk person, was he partying last night?! 'Nothing, it's just that Videl Satan, you know the actress in America, her car was found floating below the bridge.'
Bra perked up when he heard Goten "eep" slightly, then paused, breathing heavily on the phone. 'R-really? Uhmm…wow, what a shock! Is she okay, she's not dead is she?' his voice sounded very soft, like a nervous whisper full of concern, though Bra wasn't sure if the concern was for Videl or for himself. 'No, no they didn't find a body. Luckily she was able to jump out of the car before it happened.'
'Oh.'
'So, you wanna go out?'
Gohan stared in awe as Videl revealed her story about going to band camp, and found it very funny. Well, he found her very funny actually. Over this hour and a half lunch date, he was surprised to see this side of the fiery actress. They'd been going on and on about many different topics, like favorite movies and music, and even got into the topic of the Budokai tournaments in the past. Martial arts was something the two shared with full hearts, spending half an hour debating which of them would win if they actually sparred.
Gohan's eyes wondered around Videl while he sipped on his drink casually, finally finished with his meal. She was oblivious to his stare, too caught up in her story to notice. His eyes swept over her flawless face, taking in her gorgeous purple eyes that could reel in any man it desired, then to her lush lips, begging for his mouth to take a bite at. He had to grip on the table to control himself from just jumping at her, but he really couldn't help it. She had the face and the body of an angel, and the attitude of a naughty one too. She was extremely curvaceous and femininely fit, to his delight. Her full breasts straining against her shirt, making Gohan's member stand on end as he stared. Videl, finally done her story, noticed his eyes while she took a sip from her diet cola.
'Gohan, you still there?'
'….'
'Gohan, hello? Dick head?! Bird brain!......sexy?'
Gohan fell from his daze and stumbled on his chair clumsily. Videl would have laughed if she wasn't blushing so hard. He just had to answer to that, didn't he…
He finally regained himself and cleared his throat, his cheeks turning a bright red. 'Sorry Videl, I was day dreaming….of FOOD I mean! Yeah, food…ehehe..' The narrowed eyes from Videl told him she wasn't buying his bullshit. 'So, you were saying something?'
She rolled his eyes, uncrossing her legs and waving her hair. Gohan stared at her, all the while feeling painful down there. He reached down cautiously when Videl turned to look away and opened his fly with his hands, his minime sprung out of its confinements, now only being held down by his boxers, stood proud and tall. He let out a sigh of relief, thankful that there were curtains under the table so people couldn't just, look around.
Videl raised an eyebrow at him when he smiled at her goofily. 'Why the hell is it that people are staring at me?' she snapped coldly.
Now it was Gohan's turn to raise an eyebrow. He glanced around and saw that people WERE staring at her as if she was some kind of ghost. He was about to say something when the television on the bar said something that caught their attention.
It has been confirmed that the car that dived down the bridge just yesterday does belong to Videl Satan, daughter of Hercule Satan. No bodies have been found at the moment, but we'll keep you posted on the latest news…
The two stood up abruptly, Gohan bending in pain afterwards when his "you know what" slammed on the table. He groaned and zipped up his fly before Videl could notice, thankful that she was too caught up in her own thoughts to see. He grinned sheepishly and painfully. 'Videl, we have to go to Steven. We have work today.' He said weakly.
Videl's face saddened but she nodded none the less. She was hoping to spend more time with Gohan actually, as a friend of course! Nothing more, EVER! A faint blush stained her cheeks at her thoughts. 'Alright Gohan, let's go. Before he goes ballistic thinking I died or something.'
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