Chapter 52: fallen

Ok, what gives? How does dad know the name of Bulma's baby? And how did he know it was Vegeta's? Then I started to wonder how babies are made. I read a lot of mom's medical books, but none where in depth about the human body. When this is over, I'll ask my parents where babies come from. That's when trouble hit.

What's wrong with dad? Is it? It can't be? The day the virus was supposed to take effect came and went. Why is this happening now? Vegeta was able to get dad out of the way. No Mr. Piccolo! Let me go with my dad! What am I supposed to do? Thankfully Mr. Yamcha took dad. But it doesn't stop me from worrying. I'm so conflicted on what I should be doing. I want to stay and fight, but I want to be by my dad's side.

Why did I have to be the one to take Bulma? At least, now I'll be able to check on my dad. I just hope he's alright. I need to hurry! We're so close. but Bulma just had to request changing course to her home. "But dad." They tell me that the baby is more important. I can't believe this! I want to help everyone, I'm worried about my dad, and yet I'm stuck taking Bulma and her baby to her home.

I finally make it home, and being told we're moving dad to Master Roshi's. I'm so happy mom is taking care of dad. She tries to reassure me, but I'm still worried. Also, future boy is here, and he seems confused by the sight of my mom. Even though mom is making me study, I know she's just trying to keep me distracted.

There's a new monster out there, and what it leaves behind is horrible. Mom isn't allowing me join the others track the monster. She's making me study, but I just can't stay still. When she does let me go, I'm so grateful. Yet I'm still worried about dad. Mom just gives me and hug, and tells me that everything will be fine. As I hug mom, I feel that weird ki again, and I strangely tell it that mom is right about everything will be ok. I don't understand why I did that, but somehow it made me feel better. Somehow it made me feel like I can get through this, that I just have to.

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Lately Goku been giving me a worried look. Not only that, he also been a bit more affectionate. And at night he would hold me even more protective. Then when Gohan slept with us, he held us like he was scared to let us go. And this morning he slept in. Something is very wrong, and he won't tell me. When I enter our room, in hopes to wake him, he was holding the medicine bottle. I couldn't hold in my shock, and I ran to his side. I could feel tears falling on my face when I reached him.

He held me, and kissed my forehead. I couldn't stop sobbing as he held me. Then he let me go, and when I looked at his face, he had the face of pain and fear. A face he rarely showed, and if he's showing it now than something is really wrong. I try to ask him what's wrong, and the only thing he blurt out. "You're pregnant." Then his tears finally fell, as he hugged me. Both joy and fear ran through my veins. I rub his back and ask if he's sure. "Yes. Even Gohan notice, but I been trying not to tell him." My poor Goku. I then felt his hand on my stomach, and he's begging me to stay strong for him.

"What do you mean? Goku?" He just passionate kisses me, and tells me that he loves me with all his heart and soul. With that I finally understand what he's trying to tell me. "But what about the medicine? It can save you." He tells me he's not worry about that, but that he just has a strange feeling that something bad is going to happen. And that he wants me to be strong for him. That no matter what, that everything he does is for me and Gohan, and now the little one. Crying I ask. "Then promise me. Promise me that we'll be all happy."

"I can promise that you, Gohan, and little one will be happy. As for me, I'm not sure. Now come on. Gohan is starting to worry." I give him one more look. "When this is over, we'll tell him he's going to be a big brother." He kissed my lips. "Even if… I'm not physically here." We share one more passionate kiss before we smile, and walk to meet Gohan. We have to face this head on.

As Yamcha shows up with Goku, I try as I might to stay strong. I have to keep my head high, and get him through this. He will pull through. I think Yamcha is confused how calm I'm being, and even surprised that I had an extra supply of the medicine. When he asked how; I just told him about Goku's doctor visits. And how they made a copy of the medicine.

Then this weird boy, shows up with Krillin, saying we have to move Goku. I don't even question it. If they feel it's for Goku's safety, then it's perfectly fine. The boy did seem to keep giving me a weird look, almost confused. Krillin tells him I'm Goku's wife and Gohan's mom, and he looks so surprised. From what I get, this must be the future boy Goku told me about. What's his name again? Oh, Trunks. He really does have Vegeta's face, and I couldn't help inwardly snicker at that.

After he helped settle Goku, I asked him for a moment. Everyone leaves us alone, and I asked how was Gohan in his future. He seemed kind of scared to answer me. But when he does, he tells me how Gohan was a great fighter and an amazing mentor. Also, how sorry that he wasn't strong enough to help Gohan. "Maybe if I was stronger, maybe he wouldn't have…" He turned away from me, but I could almost hear the crack in his voice. "Maybe he wouldn't have been killed so easily." I couldn't help rub his back, and tell him it's ok. That it's not his fault. That he's here now, and can make a difference. "I don't get why mom never mentioned you. You're so sweet, and you just met me."

He tries to tell me how he'll fine me, and ask that me for forgiveness. "There is no need. If you said that Gohan been dead from some time, I'm probably not even alive anymore." He begins to cry again, and even hugs me. "It's ok. Pass mistakes can always be forgiven, no matter what timeline." He smiled at that, and thanked me. And that he'll still look for my home, and even if I'm not there, he'll still ask for forgiveness. How it's the least he can do. I just couldn't help smile at that.

Goku wasn't kidding when he said he felt something bad was going to happen. But this is just worse than what I could have imagine. I'm even starting to get worried, but a quick look at my Goku, I remembered our promise. I promised I be strong, and that's what I'm going to do. I absently rub my belly. Don't worry little one, daddy won't let anything happen bad happen to us. Daddy will keep us safe.

With that I went and check on Gohan, and I could tell he's so on edge. My poor baby. No. My poor big boy. I tell him that he could help the others, but to come back to me safely. He looks surprise, but he hugs me as thanks. That's when I hear him mumble. "Mom is right about everything is going to be ok." With that he left. I don't think he realized that he was speaking to his future sibling. But it does make me smile. It's like he already knows how to be a big brother. I can't wait to tell Goku that. With that I head back inside.

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As I woke this morning, I couldn't help feel the tightness of my chest. It's even taking me a moment to breathe. This isn't good. The fight is only a week away. I look over to Chichi, and she's peaceful still asleep. I placed my free hand on her stomach. I still between happy and shocked that this happened so close to a big fight. I'm happy that I gave my wonderful wife another baby, but I am worried now.

There is a strange energy that I started feeling recently, as we continued training. I know I will make it through the virus, but that strange energy worries me. I then hold Chichi even more protectively. What if I still die? Maybe not by the heart virus, but by battle. How will Chichi handle that? I won't even be able to return. And what if I am able to? Would it be right to come back?

Every fight that put my family and friends in danger was usually because of me. Raditz wouldn't have came to earth, if it wasn't for me. Same for Vegeta and Nappa. And Piccolo was after me because I killed his father. And I almost died during that fight. Frieza came to earth all because of me. Now to top it off, these androids were created to destroy me. Everything just seems to be after me. I really am cursed. I have to keep my family protected! What future would this life have if I stay? Will they be safe? But maybe they're have a better change if I wasn't around.

Oh great. Gohan just notice Chichi's ki drop. He looks so scared and worried; he's not the only one. It remains me when Chichi was pregnant with him, and I didn't want to leave her alone. But now I know she'll be fine. So, I really need to calm Gohan down. It took some work, but he learned to focus on training, and not panic every time Chichi ki drops. I had to be extra careful myself. I almost let Piccolo punched me, and I was seconds from racing to Chichi. If I want to keep my son calm, I have to lead by example. But the moment we got home for the night, it took everything for me not to rush to Chichi. It seemed it also took a lot out of Gohan, too.

When me and Chichi were alone, I finally checked her over. She seemed to not mind, but I have yet told her. I'm scared to do so. Then Gohan asked to sleep with us. I was almost too happy when I said yes. I want my family close, since it's almost the day. As we slept, I held them extra protectively. My perfect little family; I just love them so much. I will do everything to keep every single one of you safe. Even if that means risking my own life. I then started to quietly apologize to them. I'm the cause of their pain, but no more. I'm going to make sure that they are only happy. Even if that mean that I'm not here to do so.

The day came, and it took more energy to just wake up. I just feel extremely weak, but I need to push through. I need to make sure Gohan will be ok. I then noticed the medicine bottle on top of Chichi's night stand. I grab it and sit back down. What am I going to do? Maybe I'll last long enough to fight the androids, and be back in time to take the medicine. Just then Chichi comes in and the emotions I been holding back falls out. I finally tell her about the baby. I beg her to be strong for me. She doesn't understand, and then begs me to promise that we'll all be happy. I could only promise for them to be happy. We both are in tears, and I beg her again to be strong for me. She agrees and we share one more passionate kiss.

I can't believe this. Here I thought I could at least get a scratch in. Guess I'm weaker than I…

… *Cough! Cough! * Wow that hurt. Where am I? This looks like a room in Master Roshi's place. Boy, was that nightmare crazy. I tried to sit up, only to fall back. I need to get up. I looked to left, and see one of Chichi's projects on the table. I couldn't help smile at that. I then I tried to get up again, this time I was able to. I tried everything to stay standing. Boy, I feel super weak. I tried walking around the room for a bit, and after some time, I was able to stay standing. Then my senses slowly came back to me. And sense of panic wash over me. Gohan is nowhere near by, and I just hope he's alright. I then was able to tell that Chichi was downstairs; that somewhat calmed me down.

Also, that weird energy seem to have gotten stronger, and it's weird that it's kind of feel like a mix of me and my friends. I stepped out, through the window. I need to check where I stand with my strength. After I sent a rush of energy out, do I hear my name being called. When I turned around, it's Chichi. She jumps into my arms, and I can't help feel so happy to see her. We shared a small moment, before going back inside. She then surprised me with food, while Master Roshi tells me what has been going on. With that I start getting ready to head out. Before I leave I just can't, I need to share one more kiss with Chichi. Thankfully she's allowing me to make Gohan stronger, she's even encouraging. My wife is perfect.

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We have 10 days before the Cell Games to begin. I'm going to make sure Gohan and Chichi are super happy. I want to engrave their smiles into my very soul, and I want to engrave my smile in theirs.