Chapter 7
Several minutes later Tai found herself standing alone in the hallway. Frowning she wondered which way to go. Sighing she wished she had asked Marren for directions. "Lost?" the deep masculine voice sent a shiver down Tai's spine. Whipping around she saw it was just Tsetse grinning down at her. She blushed slightly and couldn't help think that his grin looked just like Makai's. Pushing those thoughts aside she noticed Tsetse giving her an amused look. Blushing hotly she demanded, "What's so funny? Aren't you supposed to be in class?" he chuckled softly, "I was on my way to the bathroom and I noticed you standing here. I figured you might be lost." He took a step closer to her.
Tai stepped back. Trying to keep her voice light she replied, "That's interesting. Well you don't have to worry about me. I was just lost in thought." He stepped closer to her and she backed up into the locker. Tsetse put up his arms to block her from escaping. "That's interesting. I was lost in thought too." Tai forced a smile. "R-Really? About what?" "About this." Suddenly in a move too quick for Tai to follow he had his arms around her and was kissing her.
Angrily Tai wrenched herself out of his powerful grip. Breathing heavily, she realized who this man really was. "Makai…" the name left her lips in a growl. The young man smiled broadly in confirmation. Instantly a shimmer surrounded him and when it disappeared he looked just as Tai remembered him; his head was covered with thick shimmering silver hair? Oh right while he was gone he must of finally reached maturity and his hair color changed. About time. His golden eyes were full of hope as he stared down at her. And his firm but kissable lips were curved into a gentle smile. His voice however was anything but. He was furious. "Tell me Tai, why do you continue to denounce my love for you? I gave you everything why-" Tai kicked him swiftly in the stomach. He crashed into the lockers on the other side of the hall and Tai took off running. Makai's laughter drifted down the hall.
That night, Tai sat on her bed worried about what might happen. Makai was angry no doubt. But he wouldn't kill her. So maybe- her thoughts were interrupted by someone knocking on the door. Rolling her eyes she eased open the door and felt herself flush with anger. There stood Bra with Makai, who was disguised as Tsetse. Bra was grinning wildly. "Hey Tai! Your friend here is real cute! I can't believe you scored on your first day of school. I'll be downstairs if you need anything." She turned and left.
Makai smiled grimly and took a step forward. Tai growled. " Take one more step and I'll kill you. What do you want?" Makai gave a mock pout. "All I want to do is speak with you." Tai frowned. Talk my butt. He'll probably try to seduce me. She sighed. "Fine. But we go to the kitchen. We'll have privacy but if you try anything I can easily get someone."
Max, Trunks, Goten, Pan and Bra were watching a movie when Tai came stomping by with a guy and entered the kitchen. Max and Trunks exchange looks.
Tai slammed her fist on the counter. "Okay Makai! What is it that you want? What part of I don't love you don't you understand?" Makai spoke calmly, "Why is it that you don't love me? What have I ever done to you? I've loved since the first day that we met." Tai snorted. "Maybe I don't love you because we were forced together. And what have you done to me! I'll tell you what you did. You screwed every female possible while I was with you. And we met when I was five you were 6; there's no way you could have loved me." Makai moved swiftly towards her. Grabbing her arm he yanked her against him. "You will always be mine!" then his lips were on hers.
Tai could not bring herself to pull away, his lips caressed hers and her arms were around his neck. It wasn't till he muttered her name that she realized what she was doing. Forcing herself, she pulled away and punched him hard. With tears in her eyes she said, "What the hell is your problem? Why do you do that?" angrily Makai snarled, "I guess that shows that you still enjoy being in my arms." "NO I DON'T!" Makai let out a growl. "Enough is enough Tai. I'm finished playing games. You will return to Komaia to be with me. Whether you like it or not."
Before Tai could move Makai grabbed her by the arm and dragged her out of the kitchen; directly into Max and Trunks. Makai shoved them aside and ground out, "Stay away from me you pitiful people. Do not get involved." He raised his arms to blast the front door but before he could a voice said forcefully, "What is going on here!" every one stopped and turned to see Bulma and Vegeta standing by the stairs. Vegeta snapped, "I said what is going on? Who are you?" he directed this last part to Makai.
Throwing Tai to the ground Makai gave a small bow and said eloquently, " I am Makai king of the plant Komaia. I came to this…planet to reclaim Tai." Bulma frowned. "Re…claim?" Makai opened his mouth to speak but Tai kicked out her leg and knocked him over. "You jerk! You killed the king! That's treason!" Makai stood up and smiled cruelly. "I did what was necessary for my country. And I did not 'kill' him as you say. I challenged him for the right to the throne. He was feeling…unwell that day."
Tai stood angry but didn't get a chance to speak because Bulma snapped, "Excuse me! I was speaking earlier. If you don't mind can you answer my question? Reclaim!" Makai blushed and said pleasantly, "Forgive me gentle lady. As I was going to say before I was rudely interrupted, yes reclaim. In Komaia there is an old tradition that says, a woman cannot leave her husband unless it is through death."
Utter silence filled the room. Finally Max stuttered, "H-h-husband?" Makai smirked. Pulling Tai against him he said, "Yes. Allow me to introduce Queen Tai, the radiance of my kingdom, of Komaia." Every one stared in shock at Tai as she hung her head. Makai smirked once more. "I believe we should be leaving now. But if you don't mind I shall bring in the Queen's ladies in waiting, and they shall help my lady out of her ridiculous outfit."
Instantly a shimmer of light appeared before the couple and two young women appeared. They looked to twins. Only their eye color was different. Curtsying they said in unison, "Come with us my lady, we shall help you change your clothes. Can one of you women please show us a chamber to change?" Bulma grabbed one of Tai's arms and said, "But of course. Come with me. Bra, Pan? You guys come too." The women disappeared up the stairs.
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! Only 3 more chapters after this one and It's finished! Yo people, tell me the truth. Am I crazy or not! Hahahaha…I'm happy. Well read and enjoy.