To You…Chapter 7

--- I decided to start this chapter today, also. No guarantee that it will be finished, and I am doing it instead of my homework…lol…it's much more fun. And…about the ages thing…sorry about that, aquasage…I don't really think about age difference when I write my stories…I used to, trust me…I was obsessed with being perfect, but now I write what's in my head…anyway, please enjoy. ---

Chapter Seven:

They rocked back and forth, the silence soothing. Bra felt relaxed on him, and Tien felt relaxed having her so close. The moment was one of those you wish that would last forever, but no matter how hard you try, it can't. Tien never wanted to let go, but he knew that soon he would have to take her back home, and pretend that this never did happen.

Bra sensed his deep concern, and opened her eyes to look at him. He was always so worried. So tense. He just couldn't be free for a minute. " Tien, what are you thinking about?"

"…nothing." He motioned her to get up. " It's getting quite late. It's almost midnight. You should really get some rest."

" Now hold on just a minute, here--" Bra gave him the look. " Don't try to avoid the subject now. We're one, here. Talk to me."

"…" Tien looked at her. " This won't work out. Your father is a senseless brute. And the age difference…is just too much."

"…is that all?" she giggled. " Tien, Tien. You worry too much. Sure, Daddy has a temper, but he supports me in anything I do. And age is only a number." She gave him a lingering kiss on his forehead. " Try not to be such a worrywart ."

"…" He had to let a smirk go at her childish manner. "…whatever."

"…now." She taken her previous position on his lap again and pushed him so that the swing started again. " You interrupted a perfectly good moment."

" What about Goten?" he blurted out.

" What about Goten?" she scoffed.

" You know…what do you have for him?"

" Jealous?" Bra laughed. Tien blushed. " Don't worry…you're the only one in my heart…" She rested her lips on his and lay her head on his shoulder. He sighed inwardly and began to rock the swing again. She had a tremendous effect on his emotions. He could tell already.

About thirty minutes later, Bra fell asleep in his arms after they talked about nothing to pass time. Tien flew her back to her own room, although he wanted her in his own. But he wouldn't dare go that far yet.

He carefully lay her in her bed, covering her with her comforter. He sat Stuffed Bear by her arms. He knew she really liked that ratty thing. He was tempted to leave her with a kiss, but decided against it for now. Even if she left him with so many. He left the window open and flew back to his home.

Bra woke up the next morning and found herself clutching Stuffed Bear. She was in her bedroom. Wasn't she in the park? Was it all just a cruel dream? No…Tien did come. And he did confess his feelings. He had to be here. Otherwise, she would be mad at herself, for playing hopeful dreams in her head.

She sat up and brushed her hair out of her face. She shivered because she felt a breeze. And she saw that the window was open. She smiled to herself and knew for sure that Tien was here for her.

Bra washed up and went downstairs for breakfast. She was in an exceptional mood. She greeted her family happily, even her aggravating older brother, Trunks.

"…did she just kiss me good morning!" Trunks said with a sarcastic gasp.

" I'm being nice…brother," she said forcefully. " Good morning mommy. Daddy."

" My, Trunks is right--you're in a great mood for it to be seven in the morning." Bulma was at the stove, making a hearty breakfast of sausage, eggs, toast, and stacks of pancakes.

"…" Vegeta still looked asleep, slurping at his cup of black coffee. "…morning, princess."

" Why don't you ever say that to me?" Trunks pouted.

"…okay. Good morning, princess." Vegeta cast a glare at Trunks.

"…" Trunks resisted back talking his father, but decided that wasn't wise right now. Vegeta wasn't the easiest to deal with…especially in the morning.

"…" Bra gave her father a big smile. He would agree, she knew he would. Daddy would never fail her.

"…what do you want now, Bra?" he grumbled, thinking that the good mood was being brought on by an urge to shop.

" Huh? Why, nothing, Daddy." She continued to smile.

"…has to be something…" he mumbled. " You're just like your mother…always with a frown until you get your way…so have to want something…because you're smiling way too much…"

" Are you saying I never smile!" Bulma barked.

"…yes, I'm implying that you don't smile until you get what you want…"

" Picking a fight way too early, are we!" Bulma yelled, waving the spatula maniacally.

"…woman, please…so, Bra--spill it--what do you want?"

" May I go on a date?" she asked innocently.

"…" Vegeta coughed over his coffee. " A date? And for what?"

" To have fun, Daddy…I think I'm old enough to go out with guys now…" Bra shrugged.

"…I agree," Bulma said. " She isn't a little girl anymore, you know."

" Have you lost your mind! What brought this on, anyway? Some dream!" Vegeta raged.

" No, Daddy…I was just thinking that I should be able to go out…you know, to the park or something, for starters."

"…hmm…that's not too far…" Her father reasoned. " As long as he doesn't take you to a club or hotel…I'll be fine, I guess. "

" Oh, thank you Daddy!" she squealed in delight. " You're the best ever! I knew you'd understand."

" Yeah, yeah…" He wasn't too keen of the idea, but if it made Bra happy, then so be it. He knows she has a good head on her shoulders.

Bra was even happier. Now she and Tien had permission to be together.

--- Chapter 7 is done! Wow, two chapters in one day! That's an accomplishment! But now I can't get on until I do my homework! Aw…I better do it tonight so I have all day Sunday! So…I hope Jess has read this! And thanks to all for your support. Well, til next time!---