-----Chapter Thirteen
Gohan stood before his full-length mirror just looking at himself. He looked very different without his usual black vest and red pants. He had to look good today. Today was the day. He decided to dress himself in dark pants and a plaid polo shirt over his white shirt. Grabbing his bag, Gohan went out to the kitchen for a quick breakfast. Full and ready to go, Gohan took off for school.
He'd hoped to come in early to place his letter in Videl's locker and was almost successful but she'd decided to show up just as he took it from his bag. Thinking quickly, he stuffed the letter in his back pocket.
"What was that you just put away," Videl asked eyeing him suspiciously.
"Nothing. Ha, so um—"
"Hi Videl," said Token as he joined them. Gohan looked away from the blonde boy.
He couldn't believe just how happy Videl was. "Hi Token," she said sweetly.
Sickening…Gohan rolled his eyes. As if just noticing him, Videl introduced them. Gohan shook Token's hand and couldn't resist squeezing harder than he was supposed to. Token didn't flinch.
"So, I was wondering if you wanna walk to class together," Token grinned.
"It's not that long of a walk," Gohan mumbled.
"I'm sorry?" Token asked.
"Nothing. I'm gunna go. See ya," Gohan sighed before walking away… What a lousy day…
Things just weren't working out for the young saiyan. All of his opportunities of being alone with Videl were being taken away by Token who followed her around like a lost baby chick. Even Sharpner agreed with Gohan about Token being a Videl hog.
"Look at them flirt," Sharpner scoffed. "It's pathetic."
Gohan nodded. "Makes me sick."
Of course he couldn't say that to Videl. He wouldn't dare! There was nothing worse in the world than the wrath of a woman. His mother was living proof. Besides, he always had after school. He could tell her then.
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Trunks felt nervous. Was Zack really ready to face Gohan? Had to be… He must be! Trunks actually felt sorry for Zack; after all, Gohan was strong and probably would beat Zack to a bloody pulp… Not that it wouldn't be fun to see…
"Look, just remember all the block techniques I showed you," Trunks reminded Zack. He sighed. This was bad. "And don't forget! Don't tell him anything about us! Or else!"
"Yeah, yeah. Don't worry, he doesn't seem that strong," Zack scoffed. "The guy's a nerd."
"I wouldn't be so sure," Goten warned him.
"Whatever. Bring it on! Haha!" Zack said proudly before going on his way.
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Finally! Gohan thought with glee as he pulled Videl aside. School was now over and it was the perfect time to give her the letter and tell her everything.
"What'd you wanna talk about?" she smiled up at him.
Her smile… Gohan couldn't move. He couldn't speak no matter how hard he commanded himself to. His mouth snapped open only to shut with a snap. Did she really have this much of an effect on him? He began to sweat, his heart pounding in his ears.
"Videl I—"
"Can I talk to you for a second?" Token asked tapping Videl on the shoulder.
Gohan didn't bother to move to give them privacy. He couldn't move and Token didn't tell him to move. Gohan finally snapped out of it and became irritated. How dare he just swoop in like that?
"Now I know this may come as a shock but Videl," Token paused to glance at Gohan. "I've been the one sending you those letters."
Videl couldn't believe her ears. "Wh-What?"
"I'm your secret admirer, well one of them anyway. I'm the one with the Capsule Corp stationary." Token explained.
"What! That's you!" Gohan exclaimed.
Videl looked at him questioningly, "How do you know about those?"
"I… I don't. I meant—Never mind," Gohan said grumpily.
He couldn't believe how happy she was! It just made him more annoyed. This Token wasn't even supposed to be in the picture!
Grr…Just when things couldn't get worse, Zack came running over carrying a bouquet of roses. He pushed Token aside and smiled at Videl. This just infuriated Gohan even more. Who were these people and how come they were taking away his chance to tell the woman he loved how he felt?
"Who the hell are you," Gohan and Token asked in unison. Realizing this, they turned to each other and glared.
"I'm your secret admirer. I'm Zack! I've wanted—"
"Hey," Token said placing a hand on Zack's shoulder. He spun him around to face him. Videl had never seen Token look so deadly.
"Hey buddy can't you—" Zack's nose spat out blood as Token's fist hit him. "Ow! Son of a bitch!"
"You're the one who's been sending those horribly written letters!" Token exploded. He shoved Zack.
"Listen here you—Cut that out!" Zack whined as Token shoved him again causing him to collide with Gohan.
Videl was too stunned to stop them and Gohan was too busy enjoying himself. He watched as Token grabbed Zack by the collar and began to punch him repeatedly in the face.
"Ah! Ah! Stop! Ow! Please… It's not—I didn't—AHHHH!" Token had pinned him down on the ground, knees deep into Zack's back while holding up his arm.
"You're pathetic," Token smirked. He drew his arm back for another punch.
"That's enough!" Gohan snapped. Videl turned to him, surprised.
Token let go of Zack and stood up, glaring at Gohan. He was challenging him…
"You really need new pants," Gohan pointed out to Zack as he helped up the sobbing young man.
"You'd wet your pants too if you were getting beat up!" Zack said defensively.
Token walked up to Gohan still smirking. Gohan suddenly remembered Vegeta. They were both very proud people. He hit Zack upside the head.
"I said that's enough!" Gohan shouted.
"You lose," Token grinned tauntingly.
"That is it!" Gohan snapped. He really was pissed off now.
"Uh on. AHH!" Zack screamed as Gohan threw him aside. "Super… Freak…"
Videl was still too stunned to move. Due to the loud commotion outside, everyone came out to see what was going on. Token held Gohan's deadly gaze. There was no way this nerd could possibly beat him. Token was just too strong for someone like him.
…Or so he thought.
Gohan! No! What are you doing?
Gohan's anger turned to surprise. He looked around. He knew that voice anywhere!
"Dad?" he replied forgetting everyone around him.
Gohan I am very disappointed in you! You know better than to pick fights!
"He's provoking me," reasoned the young saiyan. He tried not to move his lips as much.
"What a lunatic!"
"See?"
It doesn't matter Gohan! Your mother and I taught you better! Please, just walk away.
Gohan sighed. Without saying a word, he turned his back on Token. His dad was right. It was stupid. If Token wanted Videl… He could have him, just as long as Videl was happy, he'd be okay.
"What a coward!" Token just couldn't miss out on the chance of beating up a nerd…
Hey! That's not fair! You're letting him not get hurt and he calls you a coward? That's it son, go back and kick his ass!
"What? But—"
Come on Gohan! Kick his ass and show him a lesson he won't forget!
Gohan turned around and smirked a deadly smirk that even Vegeta couldn't beat. "Will do dad. Will do."
--Comes out of hiding-- Well? What do you think? Does it seem okay? I really hope it's okay! Believe it or not (and it's like you care) this chapter took me at least a whole day to write! Hahaha I had to keep rewriting it because the other versions just blew... So anyway, I've kept my promise! I've updated! Bet you thought I wouldn't update! Shame on you! Lol --Sticks her tongue out at the readers-- I was just kidding. Anyway, my thanks to those who've taken time to read and please, please, PLEASE don't forget to review! They will be very much appreciated!