I Can't Call You Father
Disclaimers: I don't own anything except this story and my car…er technically it's my parent's car XD. Oh, but I do own the Villain, who's name will be revealed later.
Note: I apologize for the wait; I've had a hectic month. I'm sorry to inform all of you that a good friend of mine Alex Tsirylnik past away on December 8th. She had a whole in her heart, but that never made a difference; she always seemed to have a whole heart, one of gold. Alex was only 13 years old. She was an only child. Alex had an amazing personality and such a bright outlook on life, despite her illness. I think about her often and I miss her. I'll always miss her, but I'll always remember the good times we had. She was an awesome friend. If any of you would like to ((I have no idea why, but what the heck?)) check out a page about her then here's the link. It includes an essay she wrote, which made me cry…but nonetheless, it's very encouraging and I urge you to check it out if you have or unfortunately may experience the lost of a friend or family member at a young age…
http:www.mayfield.k12.oh.us/schools/high/tribute.html
Authors Note: …HOLY CANOLI! 106 REVIEWS? ARE YOU FRIGGIN KIDDING ME?! ME? SONCHAN? JAYMI (INSERT LAST NAME)? GETTING 106 REVIEWS!? ((Faints))
Ahem, anyways, ARIGATO FOR THEM! But seriously, this chapter is going to be VERY interesting, and yet, very short. The evil villain pops up for a short bit, Daphne will be starting to play a major character and Trunks and Marron have to decide if they're going to make their love public. Read on…if you dare…
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Chapter 20: A Tempting Offer
"Hey, has anyone seen Cali?"
Angel looked around the almost empty room of the gymnasium. Everyone had left except the gang. "I think she went somewhere else with Tai." Boxer answered. "I haven't seen her all night." He chimed. Angel smiled as she pictured the two on a date. She knew how much Cali liked, even loved the guy, and she was happy for her. Happy that she found someone at last. "Well in that case," she started, "We better get moving." Angel commented at being the only ones left. The gang nodded in agreement, and promptly left after that.
Tai pulled up to Capsule Corps in his black corvette. He and Cali were silently smiling at each other. "…goodnight." He whispered. Cali smiled warmly at him. "…goodnight." She replied. Tai leaned in and gave her another amazing kiss. Cali grinned afterwards, and opened the car door, the closed it. Tai waited till she reached the entrance door before he left. Cali waved to him, signaling he could leave. Tai honked the horn in response and drove away. Cali sighed as she went in; the night…was perfect.
Trunks and Marron pulled apart when the heard the door being shut downstairs. "Oh crap…Cali's back!" Marron exclaimed. The two quickly got up and ran downstairs to look casual. Marron hastily picked up the book she was previously reading and Trunks pretended to be asleep on the couch. When Cali entered the room, Marron lowered her book.
"Oh hi, Cali-Chan!" she exclaimed. "How was your night?" Marron asked. Cali smiled at her. "It was…really, really great. And how about yours? You weren't reading the whole time were you?" she responded.
"Well, you know me! I can get lost in a good book!"
"Was Trunks sleeping the whole time?"
Marron had a sweatdrop on her head. "For the most part. We um…talked a little while, and then he just fell asleep on the couch. He was really tired!"
Cali yawned. "That sounds like a good idea. I'm going to bed mama, g'night." She said kissing Marron's cheek. Cali then made her way upstairs to her room.
Marron and Trunks sighed heavily. "That was close." Marron stated. "How long can we keep this up?" Trunks wondered. Marron shrugged. "I'm not sure." She replied. "Maybe…we should just…tell them." Trunks suggested. Marron looked shocked. "WHAT?!" she screamed. "I think it would be the best thing to do. We've already kept several secrets Marron; I don't think it'll be any better if we keep anymore." Trunks commented.
"Trunks…you promised me though…that we wouldn't tell anyone." Marron said to him. "I Know Mare, but maybe…we should consider it." He said. "I'll think about it, but just not tonight, I'm exhausted." Marron replied with a yawn. Trunks nodded in understanding. "Alright Marron, sweet dreams." He said kissing her lightly. Marron smiled. "Sweet dreams Trunks." She stated walking upstairs.
Daphne walked home by herself after the prom. She had been trying to avoid her friends ever since the incident with Cali and Marron. Daphne was convinced that the whole thing was Cali and Marron's fault, and that they were soon going to replace her, and her mother. "Fat chance I'll allow that!" Daphne exclaimed. "Cali and Marron can just go to Hell!"
"That can be arranged…"
Daphne felt a chill up her spine as a seductive voice filled the air. "Who…who's there?!" Daphne questioned getting in a fighting stance. Although she didn't fight anymore, she still knew a thing or two. "Dearie, you don't need to be afraid of me." The voice said in a comforting tone. Just then, the ominous fog that had surrounded Daphne, took form of a dark, beautiful woman. She had black skin, black lips, haunting red eyes, and long, full white hair. She wore a quite skimpy looking, short red dress.
Daphne glared. "Who are you!?!" she demanded.
"Desdemona, mistress of the underworld, and solution to your problems." Desdemona responded in her intense voice.
Daphne blinked. "Solution…to my…problems?" she wondered.
"Yes, you see, I've been watching you lately, Daphne. I can see your sorrow. You fear that Cali and Marron are taking over…and they are." Desdemona said.
Daphne bit her lip. She could feel Desdemona's dark aura, and knew she was bad news, and shouldn't be trusted. But she couldn't help but listen to her words. "How do you know this?" Daphne asked. "My dear," Desdemona began, "I have told you I have been observing you, and my eyes never miss a detail. Cali has always wanted a father, and she is stealing yours away! And Marron, oh Marron is replacing your mother's place in your father's heart even as we speak. Their old flame has been ignited again!" she finished in a cautious tone.
Daphne clenched her fists. "You're lying! I DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU WANT, BUT I KNOW THAT AS MUCH AS I WANT TO BELIEVE YOU, YOU'RE TRYING TO TURN ME AGAINST CALI AND MARRON!" she yelled. Desdemona smirked. "I thought you'd say that…" she stated.
Her face grew stern. "I have a proposition for you Daphne Aki Briefs." Desdemona said. "If you want to get rid of those Krillians', I'd be happy to help." She told her. Daphne, whose curiosity was greater then her wisdom, asked "How?"
Desdemona smiled. "My power is strong, but nothing like when I fuse with another person." She said. "Fuse?" Daphne wondered. "Yes, but not like the fusion you know. When I turn into my fog-like form, I am able to enter another person's body, and control them. But our powers are combined creating an ultimate warrior." Desdemona commented.
"You want to take over my body?" Daphne inquired. Desdemona nodded. "With our combined powers, we'll be able to defeat Cali and her mother." She explained. Daphne arched an eyebrow. "Why do you want to help me?" she queried. "My dear, I love to help all who need help." Desdemona said.
While clenching her fists, Daphne shouted, "Forget it! I don't buy it! I'll never let you control my body; NEVER!"
Desdemona frowned. "Hmm, well I had a feeling you'd say that. Very well then, Daphne." She stated turning around opening a dark portal. "But," Desdemona avowed before leaving, "if you do change your mind, I'll be waiting." She finished turning into fog again and entering the abyss.
Daphne stared at the empty spot where Desdemona stood. Her offer was very tempting to Daphne, but Daphne didn't want to act on it. At least…not until she had more proof. Not until she had hard core evidence that Trunks and Marron were finally together, and that she was replaced by Cali.
But…what would happen if there were to be such evidence?
Short, I know, but the next chapter will be longer and more exciting. I bet all of you are wondering about who exactly is Desdemona. Well she's originally the main villain in my DBU anime series, and I thought I'd stick her in here. Thanks for your continuous reading of this story; I'm sad to think that in a few more chapters it'll be over!
Q.) Will Daphne end up going for Desdemona's offer?
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