Dark Sephy- I totally agree with you. You would think that Goku would be excited about having a brother. But, then again, Radditz had a more fearful approach in the series. Anywho, I'm glad I've managed intrigue you. -smiles- Thanks for the reviews.
Juniper-Saturnwand- -grins- Glad you like the pairing. But I'm surprised other people haven't written any BulmaXGoku ones...It doesn't seem that farfetched to me. Then again, it might just be cause I picture Goku a bit differently than he is in the series. Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the review.
sonicwind123- I'm glad you like it so far. I assure, it shall become more interesting...at least I hope... -grins- Anywho, thanks for reading!
M'kay, here's the next chapter! Now things are getting heated up. Oh, and the rating is probably going to change, I'm picturing some very...intense moments later. Anywho, enjoy!
EDIT: As of 1/29/07 there has been some major changes to this chapter. Bulma and Goku's conversation at the end of the chapter has been altered!
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Saiya-jin Ways
Chapter 3- Promises
Goku followed after his brother, still smiling from idea that he –had- a brother. He had always wondered about his real family after learning Gohan had adopted him. It was never anything that really bothered him, but he was naturally curious.
Raditz stopped a few yards into the woods, turned and faced his brother. Goku's smile faltered when he saw the sober look on his older brother's face. This was a family reunion, wasn't it suppose to be a happy occasion? Had he missed something?
Taking in his little brother's concerned expression, the maned Saiya- jin sighed. "First off, Kakorrot, I think you need to know that you're not human." At Goku's confused/questioning expression, Raditz elaborated. "You're Saiya-jin and from a planet called Vegetasai." He allowed a moment for the information to sink in.
The younger Saiya-jin blinked. "But then...why am I here, and not there?"
Raditz paused, trying to think how to phrase it. "Err, well, it's what we do." He held up his hand, cutting off Goku before he could speak again. "Let me explain something first. We're a warrior race, Kakorrot. Fighting is in our blood and in yours as well from what I can tell." There was a hint a pride at his last words. "Even as children we have immense power compared to that of other races. With certain planets, such as this one, we send a Saiya-jin child. When that child grows up, they clear that planet and then return home. If they can't return or contact home, they wait to be picked up."
The contemplative look on Goku's face was replaced by a blank one before he regarded his brother worriedly. "'Clear' the planet?"
Raditz nodded. "Clear the planet of all the intelligent inhabitants. Then the planets are sold to another race whose planet is dying." He explained, even though he thought the meaning was obvious.
The color drained from Goku's face as he took a step back from Raditz. "You mean you kill people. You kill millions of innocent people to sell the planet to the highest bidder..." He was positively shocked. What kind of person could do that? Surely not someone related to –him-! The taller Saiya-jin resisted the urge to shift uncomfortably under his brother's accusing stare. "So...you're here to pick me up." He said more to himself after the initial shock wore off. "Well, as you can see, I have a life here. I'm happy and I'm not going back with you. I'm glad to know I have a brother, and I want to get to know you, but I don't want to return to Vegetasai. This is my home."
Raditz's expression hardened. "I'm afraid I don't have the luxury of allowing you to stay here, Kakorrot. I'm under orders to bring you back with me, and I intend to follow through with those orders." His dark eyes narrowed as he stood up straight, taking on step forward. "You have one of two choices, little brother. Come with me willingly, or don't. If you don't, I will kill your reasons to stay here." To fortify his words, Raditz increased his ki level, allowing Goku to sense just how strong he really was.
The Earth raised Saiya-jin stared at his brother unbelievingly. Would he really do that to his own brother? No, he wasn't that much of a monster. Goku's eyes narrowed in return. "I'm not going. Your people will just have to do without me."
Raditz growled and clenched his fist. "Fine, second choice it is!" He snapped before shooting straight up into the air.
Goku panicked only momentarily before taking off into the air after the angry Saiya-jin. He managed to place himself in front of Raditz before he could get too far. "Wait! No, stop. Al—alright, I'll go. Just please, leave them alone." He said in resignation, averting his eyes to the ground. He couldn't believe it. His brother was actually going to kill them and Goku knew he didn't have the strength to protect them. "Can I at least say goodbye?"
The maned Saiya-jin nodded. "I'll be here. Make it quick." Goku nodded weakly before turning and heading back to the barbeque area. Raditz's eyes saddened as he watched his little brother's retreating back. –I'm doing you a favor, ototo, believe me.- Though he wanted desperately for Kakorrot to hear and understand his thoughts, it would be a long time before Raditz ever expressed them.
-Meanwhile-
Goku landed next to the table, trying his best to smile encouragingly when Bulma and the others jumped to their feet and looked at him worriedly. His wife rushed forward. "Goku, are you alright? Where is he? What did he want to talk about?" The blue-haired woman had a bad feeling about the man ever since she laid eyes on him. There was just something dark about him that gave her the creeps.
The fighter wrapped his arms tightly around his mate, pulling her against him in a strong embrace. He buried his face in her brilliant blue locks, taking in her warmth, scent and presence. Bulma hugged back, but became concerned with the unusually long embrace. She pushed back far enough so that she could look into her husband's eyes. "Goku, what's wrong?" She asked, her sapphire eyes wide with apprehension.
With his arms still wrapped around her he leaned his forehead against hers. "I love you, you know that right? I love you more than anything in world...but...but I have to go. But I'll be back; I promise I'll be back." He spoke softly, trying to keep sorrow from his voice.
"What do you mean, you're going? Going where? Why?" She paused for a moment, waiting for him to respond. "Goku, what's going on? Please, tell me..." She begged in a tone laced with confusion and fear as she pulled back from him again to see his entire face.
Goku looked down. "I—I don't know, Bulma." He locked his obsidian eyes with hers again. "Please, just trust me. I wouldn't be going if I didn't have to." He reached up and brushed a stray lock of hair from her face, stroking her cheek in the process. "I'll be back as soon as possible."
"But how—" She started, even more confused than before now that he was making her promise to wait.
"Hurry it up, Kakorrot!" An impatient Raditz snapped from his position in the air. Bulma's eyes flashed over dangerously as she glared up at the offending Saiya-jin. She pulled from Goku's arms and took a few steps toward him. "Just who the hell do you think you are!? You have some nerve you jerk!"
The Saiya-jin's dark eyes locked on the female and narrowed menacingly as she insulted him. Goku's eyes widened in alarm as he grabbed Bulma and pulled her back against him. "No!" He yelled, turning around so he was between the dangerous man and his mate.
Bulma turned around in Goku's arms so she was facing him, still looking angry. "What? He's the reason you have to leave right? Who does he think he is? Stupid bastard..." She said heatedly, tears welling up in her eyes as it finally hit what was going on. That man was taking her husband away from her. A tear slipped from her eyes, trailing its way down her flushed cheek. Goku gently caressed her cheek, wiping the tear away. Leaning into his hand she spoke softly. "I still don't understand...But I trust you, Goku...If you have to--" She trailed off, the tightness in her throat making it painful to speak. Goku smiled softly, leaned forward and kissed her tenderly, pouring as much love, affection and passion as he could through his lips and into her own.
Ending the embrace, he kissed her forehead and looked up at Yamcha. Smiling sadly he led Bulma over to one of his closest friends. "Take care of her, eh?" He asked, clapping a hand on the scarred warrior's shoulder.
Forcing his frown into a smile Yamcha nodded, putting a comforting arm around Bulma's shoulders as Goku stepped back. "Of course, bro."
The Saiya-jin smiled gratefully before looking to the others. "Hey...what's with all the long faces? I said I'll be back...and I will. Just...take care of yourselves till then." He smiled positively, trying to lighten their spirits. Casting a glance up to his brother, Goku sighed. "I better get going. I love you guys." His warm eyes locked with Bulma's once more as he rose into the air. She tried to smile for him, but her lip was trembling too much from the effort of keeping herself from breaking down. But as soon as he was level with Raditz and they disappeared over the trees, Bulma turned and buried her face into Yamcha's shoulder, crying her heart out.
-----End of Chapter 3! Radditz isn't -that- much of a jerk, I promise! He's just under a bit of pressure is all! But poor Goku and Bulma, right? Well, hope you enjoyed, please review.