Blood Pact
Chapter Thirteen
Nappa reluctantly moved into the house. He openly grumbled at Zetell and Vegeta the whole time.
"You don't have to come, big guy. If you prefer sleeping in the trees, be my guest." Zetell told him, irritated by what she considered childish behavior.
"And you do not give orders." He was quick to reply. "The Prince is the only one here in authority."
"Whatever…" She said, "The next time you want a meal, you can fix it yourself." Zetell opened the door and stormed out of the house.
"You handled that well." Vegeta told him with a smirk. "She is beneath us, but since she is a Saiyan female, try and be tolerant of her. Otherwise, we will have to cook for ourselves."
"Yes, Prince." Nappa said. He turned and watched through the window as Zetell flew towards town.
Last night had been yet another encounter in Frieza's quarters. Talia had managed to keep from a severe beating, but only due to the sacrifices of Adedda.
Knowing what would occur, Adedda arrived early as Frieza's entertainment. Thus, leaving Talia less bruised and battered. However, Frieza's appetite was insatiable to say the least. Perhaps because he did not get to beat Talia as he liked. Whatever the reason he took it out on Adedda.
Talia hovered in the corner for almost three hours, trying not to watch as Frieza sexually tortured Adedda. Taking complete pleasure in the pain and humiliation he caused his obedient slave.
When Frieza was done, he had one of the guards carry Talia to her room. She was confused when she heard Frieza tell the soldier that Adedda would need to go to the infirmary. Although she knew that Adedda had endured a great deal, it was nothing unusual for her under one of Frieza's rages. She badly wanted to stay with Adedda, but knew better than to ask. Frieza was still in a sour mood.
Barely able to move, Talia slid into bed and slept in a fitful kind of rest. She had nightmares a lot and tonight was no exception.
The next morning, she crawled out of bed and prepared a bath. As she undressed, she knew that Frieza was more than likely watching. But, she had determined that trying to hide from him was useless. He had already ripped her clothing off of her numerous times just to show he was in complete control.
And he was.
After a long hot bath, she dressed and headed down to Adedda's room. She knocked, but there was no answer. Talia was afraid. What if Adedda was still in the infirmary? What if Frieza had really hurt her? Or worse, killed her?
She turned the doorknob and opened the door slowly.
"Adedda?" She said softly. The room was dark, and at first Talia did not think anyone was there. Finally, she heard a small moan coming from the bed.
Talia closed the door and walked over, finding Adedda wrapped up in several blankets. "Are you alright?" Talia asked her.
Adedda managed to nod her head. "Just some stuff…" She replied.
Talia turned on a small night-light, and saw that Adedda was extremely pale. "You are not alright. What is wrong?"
Adedda shook her head. "No, kid. I'm fine. Really." But her voice was very weak.
Talia went to the bathroom to get a washcloth, thinking maybe a cool rag would help Adedda. As she entered the room and turned on the light, she stopped. In the floor were a couple of towels and discarded clothing. All covered in blood. She quickly went back to Adedda.
"Where did the blood come from? Frieza hurt you badly, didn't he?" Talia was in tears. "Please, let me help you."
Adedda could see that Talia was extremely upset. "Listen to me. You forget what you have seen. You turn around and go back out that door. Now." She told her firmly. "There are some things that I will not confide in you. This being one of them. Now go."
Talia's feelings were hurt. But, she did as Adedda asked. "If you need me.."
"I won't. Now go." Adedda said.
Hesitantly Talia left.
She was walking down the corridor when she heard footsteps behind her. Talia turned, to find Zarbon right on her heels.
"What do you want?" She asked in a less than pleasant tone.
"I saw you visiting your friend Adedda. How is she doing?" Zarbon smiled.
Talia could tell that Zarbon knew a great deal and was probably busting at the seams wanting to tell. "You know what happened to her, don't you?"
Zarbon crossed his arms and walked passed Talia. "Of course."
Talia grabbed him by the bicep. "Tell me."
The tall warrior turned around and smiled at the girl. "What makes you think it's anything that you need to know? You wouldn't understand such…delicate matters."
"The hell I wouldn't." Talia said angrily. "You know what I am put through, so don't pretend to be sparring me from anything."
Zarbon smiled bigger, knowing that the suspense was unbearable. "Fine. You want to know so badly. I'll tell you."
Talia blinked, waiting for a response.
"Your friend, she…well, she conceived a child. Frieza's child." He said.
Talia's eyes were huge. "She's pregnant?"
"Past tense. Was. Lord Frieza took care of the problem. As he always does." He smirked at the ashen look of fear on Talia's face.
"What?" Talia said, not understanding.
"Lord Frieza does not allow his concubine women to bear children. It would disgraceful. So, when a conception happens, he makes sure the pregnancy is…terminated." Zarbon loved the effect this news had on the girl.
"It's a simple procedure really. But, Adedda has had 20 or so in her lifetime. So, I guess this time they removed more than just the fetus. From what I understand, all of her female organs were removed. Rendering her completely sterile." He finished.
Talia was shocked. He killed them? His own children? And Adedda was…never to have her own babies. Talia braced herself up against the wall. "That monster…."
"Well, it wouldn't be proper for someone of his stature to have half breeds running around. That's what you are for…" He could not stifle the laugh that erupted from his throat. "You will be the lucky girl that bears his children. No one else." He continued to laugh.
Talia could take it no longer. She pushed Zarbon aside and ran down the corridor, headed for her room. Once inside, she slammed the door. Her emotions erupted like a volcano.
First tears streamed down her face. Then, anger took over. She picked up every piece of furniture she had and tossed it into the walls, breaking everything in sight. All of her jewelry and gifts from Frieza were stomped and broken. She put several holes in the walls before she heard the guards running down the hall.
Without knocking, they stormed in, trying to restrain her. However, Talia's anger had given her power. She was fighting back.
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Common Reactions
The emotional trauma caused by a sexual assault can be severe and long-lasting. You may be affected in many different ways.
Although each person is unique, there are some feelings and reactions that most sexual assault victims experience. It may be helpful for you to know about these responses. However, always remember that even though many victims experience similar reactions, there are still individual differences in how people respond to the trauma of rape.
You may experience some or all of these symptoms. They may occur immediately, or you may have a delayed reaction weeks or months later. The feelings may be very intense at times. Sometimes the feelings seem to go away for a while and then come back again. Certain situations, such as seeing the assailant or testifying in court, may intensify the symptoms or cause them to reoccur after a period during which you have been feeling better.
Shock Disbelief
"I feel numb."
"I can't believe this happened to me."
"I feel disconnected from other people,"
Initially, most sexual assault victims react with shock and disbelief. You may feel numb and dazed, withdrawn and distant from other people. You may want to forget about what happened and avoid people or situations that remind you of the assault.
Remembering What Happened
"Sometimes, I can't stop thinking about it.""For weeks, I couldn't wash away his smell."
"When I think about it,I feel like it's happening all over again."
There maybe periods when you are preoccupied with thoughts and feelings about the assault. You may have unwanted memories or flashbacks and nightmares. When you think about what happened, you may reexperience some of the sensations and feelings you had during the assault, such as fear and powerlessness.
Intense Emotions"I feel very sad, like I lost a part of me."
"I have this intense anger that I never felt before."
Many survivors experience intense emotions in the aftermath of a sexual assault. At times, you may feel angry. You may also feel afraid, anxious or depressed.
Physical Symptoms
"I couldn't sleep through the night. I had trouble falling asleep and then I would wake up every night at the same time that the rape happened."
Some victims have physical symptoms, such as sleep disturbances, headaches, and stomachaches. You may find that it is very difficult to concentrate on routine activities. You may also experience changes in your sexuality, such as a loss of interest in sex or avoidance of sexual situations.
Fears About Safety
"Every night when I come home, I search my apartment. I look in the closets and under the bed to be sure no one is there."
"I can't go out alone at night anymore because I am too scared."
Fears about personal safety are an almost universal response to a sexual assault. You maybecome fearful in situations and places whereyou were never frightened before. During a sexual assault most victims feel powerless and/or terrified of being killed or seriously harmed. Afterwards, you may continue to feel frightened and vulnerable for a while.
Self-Blame and Shame
"I felt like it was my fault, I trusted him..."
"I wondered if guys would think I was damaged goods."
Feelings of guilt and shame arecommon reactions following a sexual assault. Because of misconceptions about rape, some victimsblame themselves, doubt their own judgment, or wonder if they were in some way responsible for the assault. Feelings of guilt and self-blame may be reinforced by the reactions of others, who, because of prevalent myths about rape, may blame the victim or criticize his or her behavior.
You may also feel ashamed. Some victims describe feeling dirty, devalued, and humiliated as a result of a sexual assault. Feelings of shame are often related to the powerlessness and helplessness victims experience during a sexual assault. Shame may also bea reaction to being forced by the assailant to participate in the crime
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