Chapter 76: Back to school
Today we go back to school, and I asked dad to take me. I was so happy that he agreed. As I got ready the night before, I was getting more and more excited. Not only was dad going to take me, we were taking the same route as Gohan. I always from it funny how we went to school in the same city, but didn't cross paths. Gohan school was deeper in, compared to mines. And it was always mom who took me on nimbus, since Gohan started being a superhero. I wonder what will happen now that dad's back. Would that mean mom is going to be home by herself?
As we sat for dinner, I couldn't help think about how I get to tell my friends my dad came back. It'll be so awesome. Then Gohan had to open his big mouth. "How in the world we're going to avoid the media, and being question? Since, you know, the events at the tournament." Great. Be the downer to my happy mood.
"Is big brother camera shy?" He gave me a mean look, and I went back to eating my food. "Why do you ask Videl how she handles being around cameras."
"That's it!" I was just about to make a break for it, when mom spoke up.
"Boys! No super sayian at the table! Now apologize!" Sure, when pigs fly.
"You can fly, and you're a pig." That's it! I'm drawing in your in your textbooks. I was just about to leave the table, till I was pulled back by Gohan. I have half a mind to blast you. "Same squirt."
"Boys!" That stopped us in our tracks. When mom says it, we know she means business. Yet sometimes we still continue arguing. But ever since dad came back, stuff been slightly different. For example, right now. The way he says it was very intimating, that it could even rival uncle Vegeta. And uncle Vegeta is always intimating. We ended up giving each other angry looks as we finished dinner. Tonight, was dad's turn to tuck me in. "What was that about? You were in such a happy mood."
"Gohan ruined it. He just had to open his big mouth." I crossed my arms and pouted.
"Don't let that get to you. He's just worried is all. Besides, you still looking forward for when I take you to school?"
"Yeah! And maybe you could pick me up too!" That idea got me really excited again. Plus, dad agreed, and so, I went to sleep with a big smile.
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After I tucked Goten to bed, and made sure Gohan was ok, did I finally go to our room. "Does the boys always make a big fuss like that?"
"Sometimes. You should see them when they're really angry at each other."
"Oh joy." She giggled. "What?"
"Oh nothing. Just remembering a few times, I had to punish the boys for throwing ki blast at each other."
"They did what?"
"Nothing too big. Usually it's Gohan, when Goten tries to wake him up. It was very hard to clean up after that." She was giving me an angry look, as if she was blaming me. What did I do? "You're the reason they can do that easily. Because the last I check, I sure couldn't do that."
"Now that's a lie." I walked over to her, and placed my hands on her hips. "Last I check, a certain someone is able to use ki. But she doesn't use it the way we do, at times. Because if I recall." Pointing to myself for dramatic emphasis. "She not only kick me out of our room, the first night she had her period. But also, she threw a ki blast at me, for trying to get back in." She was blushing at that. "So, don't blame me for the boys throwing ki blast at each other. I will let you blame me for how strong the ki blast are." She hits my chest, and turns to start heading to bed. Then an idea popped up. "Would you like me to teach you any of my special moves? You know, for fun, and maybe use it against me."
"I'm your wife, I don't need special moves to take you down." Aw, that actually made me sad. "But. It would be a nice excuse to spend time with you." Even though that made me a bit happier. I still wish she did it because she wanted to beat me. "Don't give me that face. You just want me to beat you up, don't you?" I nod my head. "You're so silly, but fine. You can start tomorrow, once you drop off Goten." I gave her a big kiss, and with that we went to sleep.
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As we flew to Satan City, I changed into my custom. "But what's the point if they already know?"
"I guess force of habit, little bro." As we reached the halfway point, dad warned me to be prepared. When I asked why, he wouldn't say. It was when we started seeing the edge of the city, did I come to realized why dad warned me. "How long you knew?" He didn't answer, but just smiled. We stopped midflight, at the edge of the city. "Good morning Videl." She just huff at me, and we continued flying. Dad and Goten parted, and left us alone. I tried saying good morning again, and this time I got an answer.
"Didn't you say you'll meet me at 7? What took so long? Making me wait 30 extra minutes!"
"Sorry, I over slept. Won't happen again."
"It better not. Besides, don't you have a cell phone, so I could reach you?" I told her I didn't and she was surprised. "Some teenager you are." She started laughing.
"Hey. Not my fault."
"How about after school, I'll get you one."
"No, it's ok."
"Too bad. I'm still going to do it." Why when I could do this? "Hey! No fair!" You could do it to, if you tried. "But what if I don't want to. And besides, it's more fun to use a phone." If you insist. "Nerd boy." HEY! She started laughing, and tried to out speed me. I caught up to her, and flew backwards, so she can see me.
"You forget. I'm way faster." I couldn't help smirk at that. And she gave me an angry glare. "What you going to do? Hit me? As if you could, and you won't be able to catch me either." I flew at top speed to the school's roof. Once there, I put my custom away, and just waited. When she landed, she walked right passed me. I couldn't help smile at that. But the moment we open the door to the roof, we came face to face with our friends.
The rest of the morning was Sharpner, Mark, and Erasa asking me questions on what I could actually do. They just wouldn't stop. It got to the point I wanted to scream. I even had to sit out P.E, since I would be a advantage to whatever team I was on. The only good thing about today, so far. I was even able to catch up on assignments that I missed. During lunch things finally got quiet. Quiet enough that I finish eating quickly, so I could continue working on assignments. Sharpner was trying to ask why do I even bother, since I can do so much more. Videl on the other hand was asking for my help with her assignments. "When did this happened? And why didn't you tell me, Videl? I thought we were like sisters." Erasa just had to ask that, now even Sharpner was asking. But we got saved by the bell.
After class we all to the nearby mall. There Videl how is it possible to be Bulma's nephew, and not have all the coolest stuff. I tried explaining to her how I just didn't feel I needed it. She ended up not only buying me a phone, but a laptop too. I really don't know how to repay you. "You don't have to. Now come on, let's go to my place and set you up." That's when I started feeling nervous. This would be the first time I go to her house.
Her room smelled really nice. It actually made it hard to focus. Not only did she help me setup, we also did a few assignments. Once done, I had to rush home. We agreed that I be on time tomorrow, and that we should study together more often. On the way home I couldn't stop smiling. I really couldn't believe it. I was in Videl's room! And she even asked to study together! I was so excited, that I couldn't stop smiling. The moment I entered the house, dad just had to say something. It didn't kill my mood, but it sure made me feel like I was on fire. "So, how was your little race?"
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I can't believe this! Not only is the class bully afraid of me, but so are my classmates. The only ones who talked to me were the ones I considered my friends. They were also the only ones who played with me during recuses. The teacher even seemed scared of me. And all I asked was for some more crayons. I now see why big brother was so worried. I won't make fun of him ever again about this. Then when dad came to pick me up, he almost gave my class a heart attack. "Dad! You can't do that." He kept saying sorry, all the way till we got home.
Mom was acting funny when we came home. When I looked at dad, even he looked scared. As I told mom and dad about my day, we noticed Gohan wasn't home yet. Looks like I get dibs on tv after dinner. When he did get home, he had the biggest smile ever. It probably had something to do with Videl. After dinner Gohan didn't want to watch tv with us. Saying he had assignments to catch up. Well looks like cartoons till bedtime it is.
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After I dropped off Goten, I instant transmission to Chichi. She was in the middle of putting the dishes away, when I popped behind her. Thank goodness I grabbed the dishes in time. Don't want her yelling at me for that. She did yell at me for popping out of nowhere. Once she calm down, and finished cleaning the kitchen, did we talked about what she wanted me to teach her. I was excited by her choices.
The rest of the day went by well. Ok. Maybe I got a little handy with my teaching, but my wife is too irresistible. It took some explaining, and showing for her to see what I meant. When it came to testing it out, I was impressed she was able to do it right away. Than again, this is my wife, she can do anything. And when she tried the techniques on me, I actually felt pain. Yeah, this is definitely my wife. "You sure you're not just letting me hurt you?"
"Letting you practice, yes. But you actually are hurting me. My strong little wife." She was now blushing, and I couldn't help smile even more. "If you keep this up, I might not be able to help myself." She asked what I meant, and I pointed down. She then picked me up, and threw me. "What was that for?"
"Even being dead for years, you still haven't learned!" What do you mean? "GOKU! I just love you! It's almost time to start getting Goten, so put that away!" Why not help me? Cause your screaming is just making it worse. "GOKU!" Mm. Keep it up. She was blushing heavily as she storm inside. I counted to five, before I got up and walk to the house. She's cooking our lunch. "Did you even learned how to deal with that?"
"It was hard, at first. Maybe took a couple of months. After the whole shock of being dead, and excitement, is when I started having problems. I tried to stay away from everyone. I needed time alone. Also, during that time, I deal with other things."
"Oh, would you tell me about it?"
"Of course. Where should I begin?"
"Let's keep that conversation, after the boys goes to bed." Is there a reason why? "I want to give it my full attention." OK. Love you. "Love you, too."