That's right. I haven't written in FOREVER. I'm not going to even apologize …I have valid excuses that are good enough for me, and so you all should just be happy with that. And anyways, I'm updating now which is really good, so now you are free to smile…so we left off with Cavala and Vegeta…erm…hugging!?!?! Yes, Vegeta is getting more and more out of character as the story continues, but I just cant help myself! So don't worry, be happy! Here goes…..
Chapter 19
Bulma stared blankly at the coffee pot as the little machine noisily rustled up a morning brew. Vegeta just hugged someone, Bulma thought amazed. She had never known Vegeta to show any emotion other than anger, and certainly she had never known him to show affection. He never mentioned that he had a sister…
As Bulma manned the coffee pot in the kitchen, she quietly listened to the squeals of laughter and chatter from Cavala, while noting an occasional grunt, which resembled chuckles, from Vegeta. Bulma's lips curved into a slight smile as she poured out four mugs of her tasty concoction. The new depths of Vegeta that were uncovering themselves pleased her, and she also imagined it would be nice to meet someone in Vegeta's family. Maybe I can find out a little more about him. He may be secretive, but maybe his sister isn't.
Bulma straightened her nightgown, fluffed her hair, and picked up the four mugs of the hot liquid as skillfully as a professional waitress as she pushed the kitchen door open with her backside. Cautiously stepping into the living room, Bulma took in the sight. Cavala, in all her radiant glory, sat glowingly next to Vegeta on the couch, occasionally stroking his hands with affection. She talked and talked and talked excitedly, while Vegeta sat and listened quietly, blushing with each warm touch from his sister. Meanwhile, the striking Cartock sat in the corner chair by the window, nervously wringing his own hands while glancing from time to time at Cavala, then Vegeta, then to his lap. Strange…Bulma mouthed as she put her smile in place and cleared her throat to get some attention.
"The coffee is ready," She beamed, like she had just accomplished a great feat. She looked at the three dark-haired people before her and cautiously handed each one a mug before sitting down and adding cream and sugar to her own. The four sat in an awkward silence, each glancing around silently while sipping their coffees.
Bulma, not being one to enjoy a good silence, tapped her finger on the rim of her glass.
"So," She said, looking at Cartock (whom she thought was rather gorgeous), "what brings you two here?" Bulma smiled her award-winning smile and waited for Cartock's response, but to her surprise and disappointment, Cavala spoke.
"Just wanted to see my little brother," Cavala laughed as she ruffled Vegeta's stiff hair and he blushed and grinned. Bulma was amazed that her jaw didn't drop, and she felt that somehow Cartock sensed her amazement. Things grew silent once more, and finally Bulma had had enough. Shaking her azure locks behind her neck with a twitch of her head, she gracefully stood.
"I think I will go get washed up. I will be down a little later and I'll be wearing something more decent (and sexy) than this," Bulma laughed nervously as she fingered her droopy nightgown. "Just make yourselves at home; I'm sure Vegeta will show you around if you want a tour," Bulma said as she made her way to the stair well and disappeared up it. But she didn't go to the bathroom. Instead, she stayed hidden at the top of the stairs, ready to listen to everything Cavala and Cartock had to say about their surprise visit to Vegeta. And knowing Vegeta's character, she figured he'd get right to the point. Boy, she loved it when she was right.
"What are you really doing here?" Vegeta asked tensely. Bulma leaned forward so she could get a better listen.
"What do you mean, Vegeta?" Cavala asked, innocence and confusion settling into her rich voice.
Vegeta, on the other hand, remained tense. "You know what I mean. You had to have tracked me down. I know father didn't just tell you where I was." Vegeta sat stiffly, his back mimicking his rigid hair. Cavala bit her lip nervously, and Bulma leaned in further. Meanwhile, Cartock just sat nervously as he stared at his hands in his lap.
"You are right," Cavala began cautiously. "He didn't tell me you were here. He told me your were dead. You 'died in a suicide mission'. He even sent a letter of the news of your 'death', which he forged from Cartock." Cavala knew no fairytale story would trick Vegeta- the truth was the best. "So, I heard him one day talking into his intercom about you, which made it seem like you were still alive, and I decided I would find you and know what was really going on. Cartock helped me along the way." With that, Cavala sat back and waited for Vegeta's response. Bulma, at the top of the stairs, was covering her mouth in confusion, but she continued to listen.
"Do you realize what you have done?" Vegeta questioned, sounding much like his elder father. "Father isn't stupid. He will be tracking you down, and I know he will not hesitate to bring his wrath to Earth along with himself." Vegeta's dark eyes bored holes into Cavala's emerald ones. She began to tear up and his expression softened.
"Why would he bring wrath to Earth? What have I done!?!" Cavala was now almost just as confused as Bulma.
Vegeta stroked his hair impatiently. "Did you ever think this through, Cavala? Did you ever wonder what happened to Kakkarott? He was exiled for trying to track me down. Exiled to Earth. I can't believe you have been so foolish. I am on an extremely secret and dangerous mission, and you just waltz into it like nothing is wrong?" Vegeta rhetorically asked, watching the tears spilling onto his sister's face.
" Why? I thought you were dead. I missed you. I had to know. I'm sorry, but I had to know. Tell me what is going on. If what you say is true- if father is going to come to Earth to track me, then your mission won't be a secret for long anyways. Please, Vegeta, tell me what is going on!" Cavala wailed into her hands. Cartock moved to stroke her back consolingly.
"Don't be so stupid!" Vegeta roared angrily. Cartock jumped up in defense.
"Don't you dare be so hard on her Vegeta," he warned slowly.
"You sir will keep your position and hold your tongue. I will have a word later with you. You should have known better than to help Cavala in her silly games." Vegeta glared and Cartock sat quickly. Cavala cried harder as Bulma tried to piece together what was going on. "Don't you get it, Cavala? Ever since you were born Father has hated the human race. Do you ever wonder why your hair isn't spiky and tough like mine or any other Saiyan females? It's because you aren't all Saiyan. You know this. You know how Father despises the human race and especially the woman who made him weak and produced you! Put it together. He is taking over here. He has no way to deal with his anger, the pain your mother put him through. He is taking over and he sent me here to scope things out. You see?" Vegeta said hurriedly and quietly, although Bulma could pick up every word he uttered. Cavala gasped.
"You can't be saying what I think you just said," She groaned, placing her hand over her lips. "It can't be…" Tears began to fall once more and Cavala was reduced to a sobbing heap on the floor. Cartock tried consoling her. Vegeta paced.
"I do mean what I am saying. That woman cursed Father. She weakened him, tricked him, and made him love her. Made him have you. And then she did the worst thing of all, she died. She left. And now he wants his revenge. Because of you, his revenge will come sooner rather than later," Vegeta cursed silently as he sank to his knees next to his sister. Looking up at him, Cavala stifled a sob.
"What are we going to do?" She whispered.
"I don't know, but we will work it out somehow…" Vegeta said calmly, taking Cavala protectively in his arms.
Meanwhile, Bulma was shocked and horrified at what she had just heard. They kept talking about Earth as if they were another species. Wait! Vegeta is unnaturally strong and receptive, and Cavala was wearing a strange outfit this morning. Could they actually be…aliens? They said something about Say- annes. What the heck is that? I don't know what's going on here, but by all means, I will get to the bottom of it all. I should probably call Chi Chi….
Earlier that day
Yamcha hobbled slowly behind Puar as they followed the tracks of the "aliens" through the woods and towards Capsule Corps. They slithered quietly along the dusty path, and emerged from the woods just in time to see too dark-haired, strangely dressed people enter Bulma's house. Oh no…Yamcha thought. Could they be there about Vegeta? Maybe I should let that man who calls himself Vegeta's father know about all this….
AN- oops. Will Yamcha spill the beans? Will Bulma figure it out? Will K Vegeta bring his wrath upon Earth? And where are Goku, Krillen, and Chi Chi? More later folks! Love always!