Hello people it's K-chan again! I know what you are thinking and no I haven't forgotten this fic, I've just been getting a whole crapload of homework lately and I haven't had time to do anything, argh! It's like all my teachers are trying to cram as much into the last week of school as possible. So since it's been such a long time since I last updated I'm going to make this chapter long k? and I would also like to say thanks to all the people who gave reviews to mai story, they make me feel all nice and bubbly inside . Okie Dokie on with the story!
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Vegeta paced in his room, his rage increasing with each step. It had been two days since the King had announced his banishment to Kameshima, and he still could not come to terms with his father's orders.
>>How dare he punish me for trying to warn him of his Advisor's treason!>> Vegeta thought to himself angrily as he remembered his fight with his father. Vegeta stopped pacing the floor and sat down beside his bed. For the last two days he had refused to leave his room and forbade his servants to enter his quarters. He totally isolated himself from the rest of the castle, losing himself in his anger and resentment. The only people he allowed in his presence were Goku and Bulma, and even then he refused to talk.
Vegeta ran his hand through his jet-black hair in frustration and continued to sit in the darkness that he knew so well. Today was the day where he had to decide whether or not to obey his father's command and he still couldn't make up his mind.
The Prince's thoughts were suddenly interrupted by the growling of his stomach, reminding him of how little he had eaten in the past few days. He had done nothing but meditate, hoping to find somehow find a way out of the mess he had been put into. But like his sight, it did not come to him overnight, or the next. Vegeta let out a low growl and stood up just in time to hear Bulma enter his room. Vegeta could recognize Bulma's footsteps because they were light and graceful, like a dancer.
The Saiyan Prince turned to the direction of Bulma's footsteps and placed his arms across his chest, wondering why she had come.
"What do you want Woman?" asked Vegeta, slightly annoyed by the young maid's intrusion. Bulma closed the door behind her as she approached the Prince, her blue kimono rustling across the floor. Vegeta's pulse quickened as Bulma's scent reached his nostrils, but he quickly suppressed his emotions.
>>Only weaklings give in to the temptations of women>> thought Vegeta >>and for me weakness is not an option, nothing must stand between me and my vengeance>>
"Vegeta, I know that you are very angry about the King's orders and I can understand why," said Bulma drawing the brooding Prince out of his thoughts.
"I appreciate the concern woman but I'm perfectly fine, I don't need your sympathy," said the Prince darkly. Bulma frowned at Vegeta's harsh words but continued on.
"Regardless of whether or not you 'need my sympathy' you will need help on your journey. Which is why Goku asked me to accompany you to Kameshima", said Bulma matter-of-factly.
"He what!" asked the surprised Prince, but he was too late. Bulma was already on her way back to her room to pack.
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It had been dark and cold when Bulma first entered Prince Vegeta's room the day when the King ordered Vegeta to Kameshima. Bulma had been doing her daily chores around the castle when Goku came bounding down the hallway towards her. Once the young saiyan had time to catch his breath he told Bulma the news that Vegeta was being send to a remote island named Kameshima in less than three days. Bulma's heart almost stopped as Goku's words echoed in her mind. She immediately went to Vegeta's quarters, and what she found there was a furious Saiyan who was utterly broken by his anger and hurt. Sensing her presence, Vegeta immediately demanded her to leave, but she stubbornly refused. Instead the blue haired maiden sat down besides the young prince, which surprised him. For a few moments the pair sat in silence until suddenly Bulma said, "I'm really sorry Vegeta". Vegeta nodded but said nothing. For the next two days they went through this routine until today when Bulma told Vegeta she would accompany him on his journey to Kameshima.
As she neared her room, the triumphant Bulma smirked as she remembered the look of shock on the Prince's face.
"This might be fun after all," whispered Bulma as she entered her room. And with that she began packing happily.
Goku was humming softly to himself as he headed towards the castle's kitchens.
>>I can't wait to see what Umeno is cooking for lunch>> said the young saiyan warrior, his red-orange kimono flaring around him as he continued through the bustling hallways of the Saiyan Castle. Just as Goku was rounding the corner an all too familiar voice called out to him.
"Kakkarott!" yelled a voice from behind Goku. Knowing that there was only one person he knew who called him Kakkarott, the young saiyan turned to see none other than Prince Vegeta. Happy to see Vegeta had finally left his room, he approached his friend with a grin.
"Hey Geta, nice to see that you've finally joined the world of the living," teased Goku.
"Why did you tell that woman that she was to accompany me to Kameshima?" demanded Vegeta, ignoring Goku's good-natured teasing.
"Well since my father wants me to stay here to help him with some political stuff, I thought Mariko could go in my place to help you out on your journey," said Goku cheerfully as he idly scratched the back of his head. Vegeta huffed in frustration.
"How many times do I have to tell you Kakkarott, I don't need your help and I definitely don't need hers!" growled Vegeta angrily," I can take care of myself!".
"Vegeta I wasn't trying to insult you, I just want to help, and so does Mariko. Kameshima isn't going to be like your royal palace Vegeta, your rank will not hold any importance there. People will treat you the same as everyone else, and I'm afraid you've never experienced that before. And you won't be able to move around as freely as you do here because you've never been there before Vegeta, that's why you need Bulma's help to guide you," said Goku sternly, "Plus I think you kind of like her". Goku laughed as Vegeta's face turned 3 shades of red.
"That's ridiculous! I would never fall for any woman, especially not that blue haired harpy," grumbled the Prince turning away from Goku. Goku rolled his eyes at Vegeta's denials but said nothing. Vegeta turned back to the young saiyan.
"Kakkarott I need you to do something for me while I'm gone," said Prince Vegeta, his voice grave.
"Yeah, sure anything you want Vegeta," said Goku, concerned by the seriousness in his friend's voice. Vegeta paused, his face looking deep in thought. Finally vegeta spoke,
"I need you to look after my father while I'm gone. I'm afraid that there are acts of treason going on among our clan. Someone wants to take the throne from my father and I want you to make sure that doesn't happen," said the Prince, avoiding accusing Goku's father outright.
Goku nodded, slightly taken aback by Vegeta's words. >>Could someone truly be plotting to take the throne? Who would do such a thing?>> thought Goku to himself as he searched Vegeta's stern face for an answer, but found none.
"I will do my best Vegeta, don't worry," said Goku with a smile of confidence. Vegeta nodded but said nothing. The two saiyans stood in silence as the sounds of the bustling castle swirled around them. Goku finally spoke,
" You know it won't be as bad as you think, at Kameshima I mean. My father sent me there when I was younger, and I know the monk there real well. He's an excellent fighter and teacher, I think you'll like it down there," said Goku cheerfully.
"Hmph, whatever Kakkarott," replied the Prince with disdain. Then the two saiyan's said their farewells and headed in opposite directions.
>>I wonder what the woman is up to now?>> Thought Vegeta as he approached his father's chambers,>> No matter, I'll deal with her later. First I must speak with my Father>> Vegeta approached his father's door when a familiar voice from inside the room caught his attention. It was Bardock.
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"Vegeta has become a danger and a nuisance to this clan and to this empire, which is why he needs to be sent away, My Lord," said Bardock. King Vegeta nodded solemnly.
"Yes I know that, but he is still my son and heir to the throne! Which is why his banishment will only be temporary. I want him to learn discipline and skills. No harm or shame shall come to him, do you understand? You must make sure he will be perfectly safe in Kameshima, or else," growled the King angrily. Lord Bardock bowed and hid a smirk.>> If only you knew what I have in store for him at Kameshima>> Thought Bardock smugly.
"As you wish My Lord, I shall have scouts there immediately to search and patrol the area. No harm shall come to the Prince," said Lord Bardock.
"Excellent! I always knew you to be the most trustworthy Bardock, do not fail me" said the King as he signaled the councilor to rise.
"I will not My Lord, I swear on my honor," replied Lord Bardock. As Lord Bardock turned to exit the room, the doors were suddenly flung open and in walked none other than Prince Vegeta. Bardock leapt back in surprise as Vegeta brushed past him towards the King.
"Father don't listen to that traitor," hissed the Prince, "I know he's plotting against me". The King laughed,
"Bardock has been with you since you were born, why would he do such a thing?" asked the King. Vegeta turned to Bardock's direction and sneered.
"Because he's an honor less samurai who cares of nothing but his own personal greed," spat Vegeta walking closer to the councilor. Bardock slowly backed away.
"Why I have no idea where these accusations are coming from Your Majesty," said the Saiyan advisor looking towards the King for help. King Vegeta rose from his chair, his golden robe rustling across the floor.
"Vegeta that is ENOUGH!" shouted the King, his anger building, "How dare you accuse my Advisor of treason, have you lost your mind?" Vegeta froze and spun around to face his father.
"Have you lost yours? Don't you see? All these years you have let that coward Bardock control you! You're nothing but a puppet for his plans! Open your eyes fath-" his words were cut short by a sharp blow across his face by his father, that sent him sprawling across the tiled floor.
"SILENCE!" spat the King, his voice shaking with anger, "I will hear no more of your nonsense!" The Prince slowly picked himself up off of the floor, rage filling every inch of his being. The king continued,
"I want you out of this castle by midnight. Now leave," said the King as he glared daggers into his son. Vegeta stood still clinching his fists at his sides.
"NOW!" Vegeta slowly turned towards the door and stomped out of the room, nearly taking the door off its hinges as he went. Bardock smirked to himself as he watched the angry Prince leave the room. >>That's right prince, go to Kameshima where death awaits you>>
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ChiChi walked into the room to find Bulma packing. The young woman sighed and sat down on the bed as she watched her best friend bustle about the room.
"So you're actually going through with this huh?" asked ChiChi sadly. Bulma nodded smiling.
"Of course Chi, why wouldn't I?"
"Because it could be dangerous!" exclaimed ChiChi. Bulma rolled her eyes.
"I think surviving after my whole castle was destroyed I can take on just about anything," said Bulma as she continued to pack away what little things she had.
"I know that Goku's father is insisting that he stay here, but that doesn't mean you have to go as well. I almost lost you in that fire Bulma, I don't want your life to be in danger again" pleaded ChiChi. Bulma stopped what she was doing and hugged ChiChi reassuringly.
"Don't worry nothing will happen ok? I promise," smiled Bulma. ChiChi nodded.
"Well since you're going on this trip, that means you're going to have to tell him," said ChiChi as she pulled away from Bulma's embrace. Bulma sighed and sat down on the bed, her blue hair catching the sunlight streaming from the window across the room.
"Yes I know ChiChi, which is another reason why I must go on this trip with him. I just hope he can forgive my deceit," said Bulma.
"I'm sure he will Bulma, don't you worry. Goku said that although Vegeta is a little rough around the edges, he's soft on the inside," chuckled ChiChi. Bulma laughed heartily.
"Speaking of Goku, I think you're going to have to break the news to him as well chi," said Bulma smirking as she saw the look of fear cross her face.
"Hah I wouldn't worry too much about him though ChiChi. He's happy as long as you feed him," chuckled Bulma. ChiChi rolled her eyes at Bulma's remark and headed towards the door.
"Well since you guys will be leaving soon, I'll cook you guys food for the trip! Have fun at Kameshima kiddo!" said ChiChi as she headed towards the kitchen, silently listing all the things she would make for Bulma's trip to Kameshima.
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Vegeta slammed his fist against the wall in anger as mused over how his father treated him earlier that day.
>>How dare he! I'm the Prince of the Saiyan clan not some servant he can just slap around! >>Thought Vegeta angrily as he slammed his fists again and again into the wall. He could feel the anger pulsing in his blood and even his sword began to shake with his rage. Suddenly he felt his sword stir and as he unsheathed it and he could feel the power radiating from it. His hair flickered gold and he felt the sword heat up as it began to glow. Vegeta dropped the sword on the ground, confused at what had just happened.
After a few moments Vegeta retrieved his sword from the ground, and nothing happened. >>That was odd…what just happened?>> thought Vegeta perplexed. He returned his sword to its sheath. >>Well I must have been dreaming. Hmph I don't have time for such nonsense. I must prepare for my journey to that cursed Kameshima >>Vegeta kneeled down near his bed and began to meditate.
Later on that night, after saying goodbye to all her fellow servants and the tearful ChiChi, Bulma went to the Prince's chambers to tell him that their escorts were ready and it was time to leave.
As she entered the dark room, she found the Prince in his familiar place on the floor meditating. She opened her mouth to speak but was instantly cut off by Vegeta.
"What do you want woman," said Vegeta gruffly, still angry about the incidents earlier that day.
"The escorts are ready Vegeta, its time to leave," said Bulma. Vegeta nodded and rose from the floor, placing his sword in his belt.
"Then let's go," said Vegeta, brushing past Bulma. Bulma took one last glance at Vegeta's room and then turned to follow the Prince.
The sun was beginning to set under the horizon as the pair approached the royal escorts. As Vegeta mounted his horse, he thought back to the day when he and Kakkarott first set off for Hakurei. It was a tradition among the saiyans for every young boy coming of age to go on a journey to train and learn to be a saiyan warrior. Goku had gone to Kameshima before, which is why he was able to accompany the Prince. But it was almost winter and the heavy snows were predicted to hit soon, and many warned the pair about that. But Vegeta refused to postpone his journey. On the day when they had left for the Mountains, multitudes of people had come to see them off and there were celebrations going on long into the night. Everyone was cheering and chanting, but now there was no one to wish him a safe passage.
As Vegeta's horse was connected to Bulma's, he felt a deep sadness that he had never felt before. After a few moments the Prince shrugged off his sadness and held his head high. >>When I return, I will be the most powerful saiyan that ever lived! My people will gather in multitudes and dance in the streets for my homecoming. I swear on my honor, I will make my clan proud to call me their Prince!>> Thought Vegeta as he smirked. Then the Prince and his escorts headed off into the sunset, towards the remote island of Kameshima.
