Chapter 6: My lovely wife

Today Dr. Harrison suggested that we did another one on one. Currently, we were just sitting in silence, and I wasn't sure what to do. "Let's take a change of pace for today. How about we speak about something that brings you joy. Is that ok with you, Mr. Son?" I told him that it was perfectly fine. "So, tell me what makes you happy."

Well, I could easily answer that. "My family, Chichi, food." I chuckled when I said that. "Training, fighting, getting stronger." And then some reason I spoke in a whisper. "Chichi."

"You said your wife's name twice. Care to tell me what about her that makes you happy."

I couldn't stop smiling as I looked at my hands. "She's my everything. The first friend who didn't hurt or try to use me. Was always so nice to me, even when I did something off that I didn't understand. Then when we got married and started living together, I don't know what it was, but I felt so much joy. Just the thought I wasn't going to be on my own anymore. That I'll be living with someone, hopefully forever." Just thinking about my reaction when my friends explain what marriage was made me even happier. "I wasn't going to be alone anymore." I then looked at him. "She's the only person that actually took the time to get to know the real me. She understands me. Plus, her being a fighter was just a bonus."

"You truly do love your wife."

"Yeah."

"What if you never met her?"

I shook my head at that. "I can't imagine ever not having met Chichi. I would just die if Chichi were to ever… ever…" I couldn't even finish that sentence. It felt too painful. "I would die over and over to keep her safe. But if she would to ever… I don't think I'll be able to ever get past that." I gave a dry chuckle. "Even though there were plenty of times, she did die, but I wasn't there to stop it." Guilt started to wash over me. "And when I found out, not only did it break me, I was also enraged with the very person that caused her death. I just went insane. I did everything I could to bring her back." I felt wetness falling down my face. "Then, when I was given another chance at life, I was just so overjoyed. I was going to be with my Chichi again. I get to keep my promise that we would grow old together."

"I understand you died twice. What were your thoughts during those moments?" I looked at him and told him how I didn't want to answer. "I could respect that, but eventually we do have to disgust this." I gave a simple nod. "Well, tell me about your family. What about them makes you happy?"

At that, I smiled a little. "They're perfect. At first, I didn't even know I could even have a family. I knew what a family was but never thought about having my own. When I was younger, my grandfather was the only family I knew. Everything was so perfect until the day he… he…" I felt the wetness again.

"Die?" I looked up at him, and he was passing me a napkin. "It's ok. Please continue."

I took the napkin and wiped my eyes. "So, when I found out I could make a family of my own, it just somehow made me happy. I was already starting to feel happy that I wasn't alone anymore, with having Chichi by my side. Then to learn, we can make a family I was just speechless." I started smiling again as I remembered when we found out that Chichi was pregnant. I looked up at Dr. Harrison. "When we got the news that Chichi was pregnant with Gohan, it was the best thing in the world."

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As I watched Chichi pacing in the bathroom, I couldn't help feeling worried. I know she would be happy if that thingy said that she was pregnant. But watching her pace and looking concerned, I just didn't know what to do. I got up and tried to hug her, but she refused. She then started talking about the possibility that maybe she wasn't pregnant. She was even starting to cry.

That's it. I couldn't take it and just hugged her. "Don't worry. We'll just keep trying." She hugged me and just waited. Soon that timer thing went off, and Chichi went to check that stick. She was silent for some time before she turned around and faced me. When she did, she had the biggest smile I've seen yet.

"WE'RE GOING TO HAVE A BABY!" She started jumping up and down before hugging me tightly. It took me a moment to process what she just said. And the more it sank, he more my smile grew. I then hugged her and spun us in a circle.

"WE'RE GOING TO HAVE A BABY!"

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"Our little man was just the perfect little thing. I was just thrilled when we named him Gohan. Everything about him was amazing." I couldn't stop smiling as I continued remembering how we were so happy.

"Do you consider yourself to be an overprotective father?" I looked at Dr. Harrison and said yes. "Tell me a little bit about your relationship with your son."

"I guess you could say I spoiled him. I did everything to make him happy. Whenever he was sad, I tried to comfort him. I panicked every time he was out of either mine or Chichi's sight. I'm super proud of him. He's so smart. And whenever he giggled or laugh, it was the best sound ever. I always got excited whenever he told me new things he learned and did, while I was off training. Whenever I was home, I made sure he had my full attention. And when Master Roshi was having a reunion, I was ecstatic to show off my little guy to my friends."

That's when I fell silent. I even looked back down at my hands. "Tell me a little bit about Goten, your second son."

"When I found out that Chichi was pregnant a second time, it was a month before the event with Cell. I was both happy and scared."

"Care to explain those feelings."

"I was happy because we wanted more children. A lot had happened, and we were forced to put our lives on hold. But I just couldn't take it. I wanted to return to my happy life I had before my unknown brother came along. So, during the months leading to when she became pregnant, I was trying so hard to balance everything. Training Gohan and myself for an upcoming battle, but also being a husband and father. I wanted to make every moment count. Then went Chichi became pregnant, I had to keep the news to myself."

"Why was that?"

"I didn't want Chichi to worry and try to stop me from fighting. I also didn't want to add more worry for Gohan. The week before I caught that heart virus, I was growing more and more concerned. I started having thoughts that even if I live past the virus, there would be a chance I'll die in battle." I then felt as if my body was shaking, and my chest feeling compressed.

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One more week till the androids come. I looked at my sleeping wife and son in my arms. I held them closer, hoping I could shield them from any awful future to come. I rubbed a hand over Chichi's belly. I wonder if I'll be around for this one. I wish I would.

Don't worry, little one. Daddy will make sure when you come you'll have a happy life. Daddy promises you that. And daddy always keeps his promises. Just you wait and see. You won't have to worry about bad guys. You'll be able to play and have all the fun you want. You'll have the greatest mommy in the whole wild world and a super awesome big brother. And if I'm around, you'll be spoiled by your super strong daddy.

Just thinking those thoughts made me want to cry. I hope I get to be around to see them smile.

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"Mr. Son?" I blinked a few times to clear my vision, before looking up at him. "It's ok. You're here now." I gave a slight smile as I nodded. "Why don't you bring in Goten to our next session? And we'll pick up where we left off." I told him that would be fine. With that, I headed home.