Chapter 105: Early Graduation and Scholarships
The next morning was killer. Mostly due to the fact that dad look like his face was in a fight. To top it off, both mom and dad were super covered up. I was ready to just walk out, and make my own breakfast. And when Videl stood next to me, she had a weird face and looked towards the door. Guess we were thinking the same thing. We tried to make a break for it, but Goten had pointed us out. Great job little bro. Dad and mom said good morning, and we said good morning back. But we still tried to back away, and hope they let us leave. We were so wrong. Goten grabbed over hands, and pulled us to the table. Let's kidnap my brother and stay as far away from here for as long as possible. Videl nodded, and I grabbed Goten. But we was stopped by dad. Guess after breakfast.
As we ate breakfast, I felt super uneasy. I didn't even look up from my food. After breakfast, me and Videl tried again to make a run for it. Only to be stopped by dad, and he was carrying us. At least he didn't smell weird. He carried all three of us outside, and even walked like this for a good while. What gives? Soon, he just dropped us, and we looked at him. We were going to ask what was going on, till he spoke. He told us that today he was going to train all three of us. "Why?" His only responds was a why not.
The rest of the morning, was just full of pointing out what we needed to work on. Well, for me it wasn't so bad; mainly because I was just a little rusty. Goten was slightly ok, but he did good. Videl, oh Videl, dad pretty much made her change her whole stance and kata. It was funny to watch. But her movements did improve. How come I didn't notice, or think of that? Then again, this is dad. He's an expert at these things.
When we ate lunch, it didn't feel as awkward. Dad even asked Videl if she wanted to stay the rest of the summer, and he could train all 3 of us. Videl seemed to like that idea, and said she'll ask her dad. So, after lunch she had left, and Goten was ended up going to play with Trunks. I was about to head upstairs, till mom caught my attention. She made me sit at the table, and handed me a couple of letters. I was confused, till I saw they were addressed to me. And who they were from was a bunch of colleges. My parents excitedly watched me open and read each letter.
"They're all saying how my teachers handed in a referral for me, and that they were accepting them. Something about giving me full scholarships, and asking if I could start as soon as January. That part doesn't make sense. Shouldn't I finish high school first and then start college?" That's when mom held up a bigger envelop and handed it me. Inside it read:
Dear Son Gohan
After much consideration, and request by all your teachers, it has come to our attention that you have already completed all your requirements. We are writing to you for the solo purpose of offering you an early graduation. We already had referred you to many top colleges around the world. They are even prepared to consider the possibility of you completely your bachelor's under half the time frame. To top it off, your tuition will be cover in full, even if, and when, you chose to get your doctoral degree.
I hope this letter finds you in high spirit, and we look forward to discussing more of your future.
The board of education.
I was in complete disbelief. How is this even possible? When in the world did all this happen? I looked to my parents, and asked if they knew about this all along. They shook their heads, and said how they just saw that I got mailed this morning. They were waiting for when we could be alone, so I could read them. I don't know if I should be happy or sad. I should be happy because I'm continuing my education and working on my future. But what about my friends and all the things I'll miss out, since it was going to be my senior year. I know I'll always stay connected to Videl regardless, so, that didn't worry me. But what should I do?
"How about you take some time to think it over. Nobody is rushing you. This is just one of many opportunities. Don't feel so pressure to give an answer right now. You have the rest of the summer to think it over." I felt mom rubbing my back, and dad ruffling my hair. And how they were wiping the tears I didn't even know were falling. I told them thank you, and they gave me a hug. I then took all the letters and went to my room. I definitely need a moment to think things through.
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"Goku. Our baby just got accepted into college, and even given the chance to graduate early." I could feel the tears starting to build up. And feeling my husband rubbing my shoulders, and his chin on my head, was making me even more emotional. "I'm so happy. But I'm so sad."
"I understand the happy part. I'm happy too. But why are you sad?"
"Because it'll mean that there's a high possibility that Gohan is going to be moving out. Or at least dorming. Especially so he wouldn't miss classes, if he's going to a school super far." I finally turn around and hug him. I can't help but cry. "I'm so very happy. But I'm going to miss my baby so much." Goku held me tightly, and was rubbing my back.
"Not like we're never going to see him again?" That's when I looked up at him. Even though he was smiling, I could still tell he was a little upset. "He'll visit, and call. Won't he?"
That's when I smiled up at him. "Of course. Especially if doesn't want his mommy and daddy popping up out of nowhere." Now he was really smiling. "And besides." He looked at my puzzled. "A few of the schools are in West City, and in Satan City. If he chooses one of those, it doesn't automatic means he's leaving completely. But if he does, it's a quick trip over." He kissed my forehead. "Our baby is moving up in the world."
He kissed my lips. "And I'm glad I'm alive to witness it."
"I'm glad, too." We shared a quick kiss, before he tells us we'll have guess soon. That's when we hear a knock at the door. We end the hug, and I head to welcome Videl in. She asked where was Gohan, and she also handed me a container. As she heads upstairs, come to find out the container had cookies. "Goku, don't."
"Aw, just one." I give him one, and tell him that's it.
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When I got home, I was greeted by dad. He was saying that I really should let him know when I end up sleeping over. That he was worried I didn't show up for breakfast. I apologized and told him I was staying over Gohan's, for the rest of the summer. As I packed, we spoke. He even reminded me that I have to go to the doctors next month. Is it really going to be 3 months again? I really hate taking those shots.
"For goodness sake dad. Me and Gohan haven't done anything. We haven't even tried. Besides, Gohan's parents are old school; believing in waiting till marriage." But he kept insisting.
"I just don't want my baby girl getting pregnant until she's married."
"I really appreciate it dad. Now can you let go of me."
"Then put back those night gowns. They're too short."
"But they're my favorites. But fine." I put them back, and packed another set of short pj shorts, and pj shirts. With that dad finally stopped hugging me, and made my way. As I flew, I was starting to feel overly excited and overly sad. I wonder why. This would be the first time I ever felt these super strong emotions. I wonder why. When I get to Gohan's house, I'm iffy about just walking in. Long ago I came to find out they never really lock their door. So, sometimes I just let myself in. But most of the time they have the door open, so it doesn't feel as weird. But since yesterday I don't want to risk it.
Thank goodness I knocked. They were alone downstairs. When I asked where's Gohan, they said in his room. After I handed them the cookies, that I forgot to bring yesterday, I headed upstairs. I didn't get a chance to know, when Gohan opened the door. His face had a lot of emotions written all over it. I hope he's ok. After I entered his room, he just hugged me. "Is something wrong?"
"No. Yes. Maybe." He's doing it again.
"Gohan. What happened?" He just continues to hug, and then tells me that he just got news about he got the option to graduate early. Also, how he got accepted into different colleges, with full scholarships. I spun around so fast, it surprised both of us. "That's amazing, Gohan. But why you look down about it."
He kissed my forehead. "I'm not. I just don't know if I should take it. I kind of want to, but then I don't. I would love it. But then I'll be technically missing the whole high school senior experience." I couldn't help giggle at that. "Why you laughing?"
"Because how cute you're being right now. You done a ton of amazing things, and yet you want to experience being a normal teenager. If I were in your shoes, I'll take the offer. And during my days off have fun like anyone else. Besides, I heard college is where the real fun happens." He started snickering at that one.
"But I want to hang out with you. We'll be in different schools. Different schedules. Heck, I might have weekend classes. I definitely won't be looking forward to that."
"Actually, you do know you can pick your schedule, and the number of classes you're willing to take. So, you'll be able to make a schedule that's right for you. And we could always video chat during our lunch, so, it won't be that bad."
He kissed my forehead again. "I'm glad I spoke to you." I told him I was glad too. "Hey. Want to help me pick a college?" I nodded, and we sat on the floor looking through different colleges and what they had to offer. It was super fun. Until it was time to head downstairs.
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Gohan and Videl sure look weird today. As we ate dinner, they were talking about colleges and stuff, but that wasn't what was weird. I looked to mom and dad, to see if they noticed, and they were smiling. I guess they know something I don't. After dinner, instead of playing with dad, I asked Gohan is I could hang with them. He said sure. So, they're sitting on the floor, looking through papers, and they just look weird. I've seen something similar, but I never thought anything about it.
Like, it's almost how uncle Vegeta and aunty Bulma looks. I thought it was just them. But when dad came back for good, him and mom got that weird thing going on. I don't see it with uncle Krillin and aunty 18. Maybe I should ask dad, or uncle Vegeta about it. Gohan and Videl just seems to have this invisible bubble around them. Well, it has different colors, but they change too fast. I wanted to say something, but I didn't want the thing to go away. It was cool to look at. When they finally looked at me, that weird thing almost disappeared. "Hey." I had to blink a few times, before I answered Gohan. "You ok?"
"Yeah. Just fine. I'm leaving." With that I tried not to step on any paper, and left the room. I went downstairs, and spotted dad doing pushups. "Dad." He paused, and looked over at me. I walked over to him, and got on his back. He then went back to doing pushups. "Why does I see that weird thing around Gohan and Videl? You and mom, and even Trunks' parents have it. But Marron's parents doesn't. What does it mean? At that, all three are so different. Yours and mom has a blue color, and Trunks' parents have red. But Gohan and Videl doesn't have a color. It's always changing."
By this time, mom had sat next to dad and me. They haven't really said anything yet, but it's ok. Maybe dad is waiting on mom to answer. Mom is very smart. But what if it's a sayian thing. Shouldn't dad know too? "Everyone has it." Mom made me confused. How does everyone have it? I don't see everyone have it. How is that possible? "I guess you can say you see it with use more because we're somehow connected. Well, maybe that's not it." Ok, now mom is really confusing me. "Oh. How bout this." She tells dad to stop his workout, and sit. While he does, mom went off to get a book. When she gave it to me, it had a funny word on it. "When me daddy taught me what ki was, I got super curious. So, I tried to find as many books about it. I found this one. Then after a long talk with uncle Vegeta, it got me thinking if this is what he was talking about."
"I still don't get how this answers my question." I was starting to get frustrated. How was this book supposed to have the answers?
"Goten." I looked up at dad, and he had a frown. Did I do something wrong? He ruffled my hair, and gave me a smile. What's going on?
"It took Gohan a bit of work to learn to control ki. It took your dad some time too. Even me." Mom was giving me a big smile. "But you." She poked my nose. "Was able to control is much faster. It's even stronger than daddy's and Gohan's first time." That sounds impossible. I look to dad and he was nodding his head. Then I look back at mom. "Everyone has something. I might not be able to give you the exact answer you're looking for, but know this." She picked me up from daddy's lap, and placed me on hers. Now I was facing dad. She then told dad to do something. The way she said it I was just lost.
But as I looked at dad, around him there were different colors. At first it wasn't that super sayian color. At one moment it was blue, then red, and then it went to gold. I don't get it. Mom said that dad had to work super hard to do that. Like I could tell he was raising his ki, but what does it mean? mom then pointed again at the book. "This book is about chakras and auras. I don't think I could explain it the way Vegeta did. Because even he confused me. But I can say is that what you saw with your big brother and Videl was a bond being made. Well, from what Vegeta said. But for your big brother it's taking a while to build. For me and your dad, we had long started still very little. Vegeta and Bulma have their own case."
Ok, now I think I'm getting it. Still confusing but I'll manage. "Mommy." She looked at me with such a loving smile. "Can I read your book?" She poked my nose, and said it's mine now. "Really? You mean it?" She nod her head. I then gave her a hug. I then tried to grab dad, and I'm glad he got the message. Now I was hugging both of them. And to my great surprise they were pinching my cheeks, and saying they love me. I did find it funny that dad started carrying me and mom, and walked around. He asked if I wanted to sleep in my room. I shook my head, and so he took us up to their room. Tonight, felt nice being snuggled in between my parents. I wonder if this what Gohan talked about, when he told me about, he felt the happiest when he slept with our parents. How he felt the safest, how at peace he was, and that it was the absolute best feeling in the world. I have to agree with him. This truly is a wonderful feeling.
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After Goten left, me and Videl decided to start cleaning up. Once done, we just talked about random things. Everything was going fine, till I told Videl that my dad's ki was raising. I told her I was going to check it out, and she could wait in my room. When I came back, she had changed clothes. Well, she was in the middle of changing her pants. When I realized what I just walked into, I quickly closed the door, and told her to let me know when she was done. I can't believe I just walk into her changing. So embarrassing. I felt my face burning. But the realization that she was changing in my room, I wanted to bang my head against the wall. How am I going to survive the night without thinking about that? I'm sleeping on the floor tonight. Even if she says it's ok. I'm sleeping on the floor.
When she opened the door, I thought I was going to faint. She's wearing one of those spaghetti string tank tops, with shorts that were super short. I wanted to leave my own house. My whole body was burning up, and I can't even face her. No way I could. Then she just had to say my name, and try to pull me inside. My room just became a death trap. A very lovely, intoxicating death trap. The fact that her top was black, while her shorts red, the only thing I could think of was that I was trapped by a black widow. Videl is trying to kill me! That must be the only true reason she's wearing that.
I have seen her wear it before, just that we were video chatting. So, I didn't have much to worry; other than being extremely hard when I work up. The most annoying feeling I have ever encounter. And I thought getting jumped on by Goten, or growing pains, or even my explosive anger was annoying. Nope. I found something so annoying, that it top the list. And calming it down was another annoying task. Thinking about the many parts of the human brain had worked, at first. Till thoughts of wanting to know how Videl brain worked. Which lead to thoughts about bodily functions. I still don't know why that had me excited. Probably because it led to the question, where is she the most sensitive? That thought brought me back to the reality I was in. And to the reality of what was happening between my legs.
I was in a panic. And to my complete horror, Videl was looking down. Oh, dear Dende, why are you trying to kill me? I turned around and sat on the floor, having my hands between my legs, as a weak admit to hide myself. She already saw my reaction, but it's still embarrassing. Heck, if I recall, she even felt it. That thought made it hard to breathe. I felt trapped in my own clothes. At that, it was just a short sleeve shirt, and a pair of knee length shorts.
Why does the room feel so hot? I could barely breathe. But what I could breathe in was her. That's all my senses were picking up. Oh, dear Dende, I'm not going to survive tonight. I might as well just camp outside, in the fresh air. But Videl would get mad if I leave. Mm. An angry Videl sounds yummy. CRAP! I slapped myself for that. I was so lost in trying to calm myself, I failed to realize someone was standing in front of me. It's when I felt a slap, that wasn't my own hand, did I finally see her face.
At that moment, all thought process went out the window. I quickly pulled her down for kiss. Which led to me having her on my lap, with her legs wrapped around me. When the kiss ended, I hungrily went after her neck and shoulders. Just a taste wouldn't hurt. One little taste. I licked and nibbled along the base of her neck. She taste so good. I smiled at that. All those times of just dying to taste her, I finally let myself have it. Smelling her just wasn't enough. I want more. I want to taste all of her. I just have to taste all of her. She's mine! And she's going to know it!
"Gohan." At the sound of her voice, I look at her beautiful face. The eyes that just draws me in, were crying. Oh no! Did I do something wrong? "Gohan, is that really you?" What is she saying? Of course, I'm me. Did I change? I try to kiss her, but she pulls away. Oh no! I did do something wrong! I just let her go, and made my way to the window. Maybe some fresh air would do me some good. As I'm trying to catch my breath, I feel her hugging me from behind. "What happened?"
"Sorry about that. I don't even know what happened. Did I hurt you?"
"No. You scared me, though." I turned around to hug her, and I started to apologize and how I didn't mean to. "It's ok. It's just." I looked at her face, and it was all red. "I just never seen you like that. It almost was like you became a totally different person." I started to feel really bad now. I kept saying sorry, and told I was going to sleep on the floor. "Please don't."
"You sure?" She said yes. Thankfully the fresh air did calm me down, by a whole lot. What should I do about this? Oh, I'll worry about it another day. Once we settled into the bed, a last thought pop to mind. Videl is sleeping like this. That alone made me fear falling asleep. I definitely am going to learn self-control even more. Maybe I could ask dad for help with that. After all, he who else has the most… scratch that. Remembering how he is around mom. Does he even have control over that? Wouldn't hurt to just ask. Great. Now I have to get myself ready for the most embarrassing, and awkward talk with dad ever.
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The next morning, I could feel something was going to happen. I woke before Chichi, and Goten. I couldn't help admire this little moment. Reminds me when Gohan was small. I'm glad I got another chance to experience this. I got out of bed quietly. After I quickly brush my teeth, and stepped out our room, I was greeted by a red face Gohan. When did he wake up? He was stuttering a bit, but he finally said how he wanted to talk with me. We went downstairs, but he wanted to have this conversation outside. We then went down to the lake. What he said next made my face burn. My poor Gohan.
"Calm down Gohan. Slow down. You're speaking too fast."
"Dad. I just lost it. And I just wanted more and more. If Videl didn't say my name, or was even crying, I don't know what I'll do." He looked so horrified at what was going on with him. He was even crying. My poor boy. "I couldn't even sleep last night. I was too afraid of what I would do." He then went on what's been happening during the morning, after a video chat with Videl. My poor Gohan. It's really hard for him. "Dad. How do you stay in control?" Oh boy.
How was I going to answer this? "I would say training, but you're not me." He look upset at that answer. "It took a super long time for me to learn control. Heck, the only thing stopping me from…" Oh boy. "Well, anyway." This is awkward. "I could tell you to avoid the problem, but that won't fix anything either. As much I would love to see you happy, but at the moment it looks like the suffering option is best. Me and your mother would like you to take the traditional route on this. But I can tell it's really troubling you." This is just so awkward. Even he's looking uncomfortable. I can't take this. I get up, and pull him in to the lake.
"Hey! What was that for?" He looked mad at that. I pushed him back under. When he came back up, he still looked mad, but didn't say anything.
"Your mother will kill both of us, if I say what I want to say." He looked at me confused. "I'll love to tell you to just go for it, but if Chichi knew I told you. Oh boy. We'll be dead by morning." That's when I saw his face turn red. "I don't want you to get in trouble. You're a good boy, Gohan. But I want you happy. It's even confusing me on what I should tell you." He went back under the water.
When he came back up, he looks calmer but still blushing. "Is it so bad to just have a little taste? Just a little touch?"
Oh, did he just? The fact he's looking away, brings up the fact he really did ask that. At this point what I'm I supposed to say. Chichi usually has the answers. Wait! That's it! I couldn't help the smile grounding on my face. He gave me a confused look. "Do you trust Videl to no end?" He raised an eyebrow, before saying yes. "Can you tell her everything?" Another yes. "Do you feel safe to black out around her, because you trust she won't hurt you?" Again, another yes. "Do you feel lost without her? Or you feel that everything makes sense when you're with her?"
"Dad, what are you getting at?"
"Just answer." He said yes. "So, there's nothing to worry about. Only thing you really need to worry is creating another life. That, you can't do till you're married. No making me and your mom grandbabies until your married." His face went beet red, before going back under water. When he came back up, he was smiling.
"Wait a minute." I looked over at him. "Shouldn't she have those monthly things, that means she can have babies?"
"Talk to her about that. Because that even confused me." After a moment, we finally left the lake and flew home. There we were greeted by two angry females. And then we remembered one little fact. CRAP! We rushed past them, and went to our rooms. We had to change out of our wet clothes.
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When the boys finally came down, they were laughing. "I hope you know you two are cleaning my floors. And please tell me there isn't a puddle in the rooms."
They both chuckled nervously. "Hon, there's no puddles, and I'll gladly clean the floors." Something is up. Before I got a chance to ask, they had already made it to the table and started eating.
"Why didn't you tell me you were going for a swim? I would have like to go." Goku just placed two of his pancakes onto Goten's plate. Oh, something is definitely happening. And I'm going to find out. After breakfast, the kids headed out, and Goku got ready to clean my floors. The moment I finished the dishes, I went up to my husband.
"What happened?"
"Nothing. Gohan just wanted to cool off."
"Goku. Is something wrong with our baby?"
"Nothing. He just wanted to talk, and it got to where we needed to cool off."
"Why?" He then got up, and grabbed my hips. The way he looked at me was making my face burn. I hope he's not thinking off doing anything. He then licked his lips, before kissing my neck. What has brought… "WHAT?" I pushed Goku away, or tried to. "What did you tell him?"
"No grandbabies. Be a good boy. Be happy." I then slapped his chest, and told him to tell me exactly what he said. "I already told you." He tried kissing me.
"You're sleeping alone tonight." He started pouting. While I could feel a sneaky hand heading south. I pinched his hand. "I mean it. You're sleeping outside, by yourself." He kept pouting; like that'll change my mind. He then looked to the door, and back at me. The smile he gave me was downright evil. He toss me over his shoulder, and took us to our room. When we got inside, he locked the door, and walked us to our bed.
I was ready to argue with him, but he didn't do anything. Instead of putting me on his lap, or touching me, he sat me down on the bed, and sat on the floor. "Chichi. When you talked me about babies, and how they're made, why did you say we had to be married first? Bulma and Vegeta weren't married when they had Trunks. So, I'm a little confused about your reasoning. Not to say I'm not happy with it. I actually love the fact we got married first. It made everything feel more special. But is that really the only way?"
My Goku really wanted to have this talk. I don't know if I should feel happy or sad. "It's how I was taught. So, I taught it was the only way. Even though all around me everyone did what they wanted, when I had to be proper. Even when I was trying to be a proper lady, everyone still mock me. But also, I wanted to save myself for you. I truly value our promise. So, to me, there was no other way. But before we got married my thoughts were always about hugging, kissing, and doing romantic things. Then when guys tried to come on to me, or even force themselves, I always fought back. Yet, the very people, my father ruled over, mocked me for not letting any man have me. Here I was told, I had to be married first before a man could touch me. I had to be a proper young lady, since I was a princess. But it was unfair how everyone mock me, when I tried so hard to be a proper lady. That's another reason I didn't want to continue being princess. Marrying you made me feel free, and myself."
I didn't even notice when he moved, but I'm currently in his arms. "You shouldn't have gone through that. You valued yourself, and yet no one saw that. You're absolutely perfect. But Gohan is different from us. You had your values, and I was clueless. But I trusted you, even when I didn't know it at the time. Would it really be so bad, if he, you know?" I looked up at him, and he seem to be blushing. My Goku really is something else. At that I couldn't help laugh. "Why are you laughing?"
"You're doing it again." He asked what. "You're trying to make me say yes to Gohan. Just like when he was very small, and he really wanted something. And if you already said yes, you would do everything to make me say yes. You'll do anything to give our baby what he wanted." He kissed my forehead.
"I want him happy. He's happy with Videl. I want him to have what we have. He's my first baby, he's such a good boy, he listened to mommy and daddy, even when upset and want to argue. He rarely stepped out of line, and only when he feels strongly about it. After all, he has you to thank for that. Let's let over baby have this, please."
"But I have to speak with Videl first. Other than that, I see why not. After all, you did tell him no grand babies, till he's married?" He nods his head. "Ok, but you're still sleeping outside tonight." He said it was worth it, and carried me back downstairs. That's when we met 3 kids, that looks like they all took a swim. "Looks like you have more cleaning to do." It let out a sigh, and placed me down.