So yeah I know I've been out of commission for a while. Pop's turned off the internet a couple years ago and that makes it hard to ya know...publish fan fiction online? But now I'm a college student with internet access! Woot! I found this chapter and decided to type it up after seeing a few reviews wanting me to continue.

Bra dragged Shin through the mall, stopping at every remotely cute clothing store. As she'd expected, Shin was getting numerous looks…particularly from young girls. He was beginning to blush when Bra helped him stumble into American Eagle.

As she forced him to stand still while she mixed and matched shirts and pants she realized that almost everything looked great on Shin. She couldn't help but smile at the innocent wonder that danced in his eyes. It was simply adorable.

Shin stood awkwardly as people stared at him. He had a feeling it might have been the haircut, but since he'd made the promise not to read people's minds he could only assume, but whenever his nerves started to get to him he placed his focus on the Sayian Princess that was gliding across the floor. She was so graceful…so carefree, he thought.

Maybe he was just thinking too hard, but when the blue-eyed beauty grabbed his hand he couldn't stop himself from flinching.

"You okay, Shin?" Bra asked the purple prince.

"I..I'm fine." He managed to breathe. "I'm sorry, it's just at the time my mind was somewhere else." The staring was getting to him.

Bra grinned, "Oh well that's understandable." Her eyes lit up with glee as she saw a woman walking past the American Eagle entrance with a bag that obviously held shoe boxes. "To the shoes, Shin!" she boldly announced while dragging a bewildered kai behind her.

She was surprised to see her classmates Sayako and Kenchi. Bra was almost knocked off her feet as the Brunette tackled her with a hug.

"Bra! I missed you so much!" She squealed clinching her victim even tighter. Kenchi and Kaioshin fought the urge to laugh at Bra's misfortune.

"I…urgh… I missed you too, Sayako…Can you please let go of me?" Bra asked with a surprising amount of patience despite her usual ease of irritation.

"Yeah…" Sayako's eyes turned to the purple Kai beside them. "Friend of yours?" she asked as her eyes turned back to Bra.

"Oh yeah, this is Kaioshin, Shin for short. He's staying with my family for a while. Shin, these are some good friends of mine. This is Sayako." She said motioning to the Brunette in front of her. Sayako nodded at the kai. "And that guy right there is Kenchi." Kenchi murmured a quiet "Sup" and continued to look off in the distance.

The group continued to make small talk after the introductions. Bra kept glancing at Kaioshin. He was actually fitting in better than she'd thought he would. It's all thanks to my wonderful coaching, she commended herself.

"Hey, Bra, I have this absolutely gorgeous pair of shoes I want your opinion on. Can you come with me for a second?" Sayako asked while administering a slight tug on her friend's arm.

"Cool…why don't you guys take our bags and wait at the food court for us?" Bra suggested.

Sayako chimed in, "Yeah, you can have um…guy talk or something. Besides, I doubt you two would be interested in women's shoes…."

The guys shrugged and proceeded to walk towards the food court with Kenchi leading the way. They set the bags down and pulled up chairs.

Silence. Shin wasn't sure how to break it or even if he should. He was actually relieved when Kenchi sat back in his chair and made eye contact with him. "So, Kaioshin, you enjoying our city?"

"Yeah…very much. It has a cool vibe and is bustling with life…. People keep staring at me though…do I look funny or something?" Shin asked.

"Well if you ask me, I think you have funny elf ears, but that depends, is it girls that are staring at you? And do they look disgusted?" Kenchi answered with a question.

"Well, yeah, now that I really think about it the looks come mostly from females…they don't look too repulsed by me." He muttered.

Kenchi couldn't help but laugh, "Dude, that's a good thing so don't trip about it. It means they think you're hot. If they were wrinkling their noses at you then you'd have had a reason to be worried…speaking of girls, what's the deal between you and Bra?" Kenchi glanced a Shin with an odd smirk.

"Well, I'm just staying with her family for a while and-" Shin was cut off by Kenchi.

"I don't think you understand my question. I'm asking you if you go with Bra?" Kenchi reworded his question and leaned forward for emphasis.

Shin gulped, "G-go with, as in, like uhhhh…d-dating?" He was at a loss of words under Kenchi's curious stare as he remembered his teen slang handbook. "Well…uh, not really. We're just friends," Shin finally said while running a hand through his platinum blond hair with a sad look on his face.

Kenchi chuckled and fell back in his chair. "Doesn't sound like you like that too much. Maybe you should ask her out?"

Shin's gaze fell downward, " I couldn't possibly do that, Kenchi…"

Kenchi's voice gained a little volume, "And why could you not? Personally, if I thought she was remotely interested in me, and wasn't with Sayoko I'd try my luck. I wouldn't encourage you to get shot down. She doesn't take to kindly to most guys but she seems to like you."

"I don't know, Kenchi, I'm just not that good when it comes to girls, it's not like I don't want to…what would I say?" Shin inquired.

Kenchi grinned, "Well let me tell you how I'd do it." He crossed his arms and leaned back as if he were in deep thought. "The way I see it, this mall has everything you need for a date. So, first off ask her to do something, like the go to movies. I heard there's a new chick flick out."

Shin lifted a platinum eyebrow, "Chick flick?" he repeated.

"It's a movie catered to women. It usually has a ridiculously mushy ending and girls go crazy about it. Took Sayako to one not to long ago and she cried…After that eating is always a good option. The aftermath of that is all your choice."

Shin nodded attentively. He was taking note of everything Kenchi said. He'd make his decision. Today he'd ask Bra on a date. What do I have to lose? he asked himself.

While Kenchi and Shin were having guy talk and discussing date strategies, Bra and Sayako were having their own conversation.

"He's adorable Bra!" Sayako squealed. "How long have you been hiding him?"

"I wasn't hiding him, Sayako! He's a family friend and he's only been here a few days. Geez….." Bra breathed while trying on a pair of pumps.

Sayako grinned as she watched Bra her shoes in front of a mirror, "Sooo…kissed him yet?"

With a stumble Bra managed to respond, "N-no. I mean its not like we're dating or anything…he's just a friend."

"But that blush on your face says you wish you two weren't just friends," Sayako noted with a chuckle.

Bra swirled back towards the mirror. Sure enough, there was a blush on the Sayian Princess's cheeks. She pivoted to face her friend and muttered, "Shut up, Sayako…"

"Well sorry, Bra…" Sayako apologized, " I just figured you would have by now. I mean it's rare that I see you having fun with a guy is all. "

"Yeah…he's such a sweetheart, but I doubt he's interested in me like that…" Bra said with a sigh.

Sayako decided to remain silent as they both finished up their shoe shopping.

As the girls approached the food court, Kenchi whispered to Shin, "You've got nothing to lose…Go for it man." He slid Shin a folded up napkin across the table "Call me and let me know how it goes…I got faith in you. Be bold."

Shin took the napkin an slid it into his pocket. As the group said their goodbyes his mind was racing. He was going to ask the Sayian Princess out. Unfortunately, he wasn't sure how to ask something like that. Kenchi never told him how to ask a girl out, only elaborated on a few things a date should consist of.

As Kenchi and Sayako faded from sight, Bra turned to the purple deity and smiled, "So you ready to go Shin?"

Shin, his mind somewhat preoccupied managed to mutter a simple, "Sure." He face palmed as Bra made motion to leave. "Uhhhh wait…W-what I meant was," he stammered as he reached out to grab the Sayian Princess's arm. His heart was starting to beat abnormally fast and his tongue felt dry. He struggled to regain his resolve as he gazed into her bright blue orbs. "It would make me happy if you agreed to see a movie with me…" He swallowed.

Bra could only stand there. Her mouth was slightly agape. She couldn't believe what she'd heard. Was her purple prince really asking her on a date? She had to make sure. "You want to see a movie…" Blush crept onto her face, "just me and you….sort of like a date?" She held her breath involuntarily as she awaited the answer.

"Yes…I mean, if that's okay with you." He managed to flash a smile despite his nervousness.

"Shin, I'd love to!" Bra exclaimed, resisting the urge to squeal. "Sooo, what movie do you have in mind?" She questioned Shin as she slipped a hand into his.

The shift of contact sent a shiver down his spine, "Truthfully, I've never seen a movie, so I'll watch you want to…" Shin's smile grew a little wider.

Bra's blush deepened, "Well ummm, how about Just Go With It? I heard its pretty good. A romantic comedy and got good reviews."

"Then that's what we'll do," Shin smirked and boldly administered a slight tug in the direction. "Be confident, be bold…." Shin thought as he remembered Kenchi's advice.

As the duo finally got situated in the theatre, Shin was quietly munching on the popcorn Bra had insisted he have for his first movie experience. Shin couldn't help but tense up as the music started. It was all just so invigorating.

Bra chuckled as she watched her purple prince flinch as the music reached a climax. She leaned over and whispered in his ear, "It's just the opening credits, calm down a little," she moved a hand through his platinum blond hair. She could feel the tension ease away as she finally slide her hand back into his.

During the movie, Shin couldn't help but find himself gazing at her eyes. So beautiful, the way the light cradles her face… Bra couldn't help but check him out either.

By the ending credits, both Bra and Shin had to admit it was a pretty good movie. Bra was surprised that Shin had enjoyed the humor of it, given that he was a prince and everything.

They left the theatre hand in hand. Bra couldn't hide her blush now that they were outside the theatre. She forced her self to avoid eye contact as she an Shin chatted about how well the music complimented the scenes.

Bra almost tripped when Shin suddenly stopped walking, "Do you mind if we spend sometime in the arcade? I read that there are, ummm," he paused for a moment trying to recall the correct word, " cool games in there. I'd like to try to play a few if it's alright with you..."

Bra grinned. It had been quite sometime since she'd set foot in the arcade. She spent time showing the young deity the ropes on classic arcade games, slowly bringing him into more modern ones.

Bra looked up from their 2 player game of "Die Hard 2" just in time to see a glint in Shin's eye just as the both lost their last lives. He turned in the general direction of the large contraption people appeared to be doing steps on. "Hey Bra, what's that over there?" He asked.

"That is the master of all gaming experiences….Dance Dance Revolution. You think have what it takes? Hmmm?" She questioned the purple prince while poking him playfully in the side.

Shin tilted his head for a second as if in deep thought. "I'm ready if you are…" he said with a sly smile.

In a quick reaction to hide the blush creeping onto face, she blurted "Totally!" She immediately grabbed Shin's wrist and made a beeline for the Dance Dance Revolution machines. "T-this one's free," she took a deep breath which effectively calmed her blush, "want me to show you the ropes?"

"I believe that I understand it. There's a two player option…I think we should play it together…" He responded with that smooth voice she liked so much. She nodded and motioned for him to take position.

After a few practice runs Bra noticed that Shin was pretty good. Had had quick reflexes. By the 3rd run of the song he'd practically mastered the steps. Bra looked at Shin, "You ready to try my favorite?" Shin gave an affirmative nod.

She cycled down to a song called titled "Sun Kiss Drop" and the upbeat music started to play. It's like her feet had a mind of their own. Shin could tell this song had been one of her favorites. The intricate moves she inserted as the arrows flowed across the screen were proof of that. She was actually dancing. As the performance came to an end it was clear who the victor was….Bra.

Shin smiled as they made their way to Bra's car. The ride home was spent recounting the days events. Chatting about shoes, movies, Shin's haircut, and of course legendary DDR made the car ride fly by.

The sun was starting to set when Bra's red convertible pulled up to the Brief's residence. They stepped out of the car and took a moment to marvel at the sunset. Bright light of the sun was fading away and the darkness of night was slowly moving in.

"They sky is beautiful like this isn't it?" Bra inquired, while seating herself on the bumper of her car.

"Yes…I'm inclined to agree," Shin smiled and took seat beside her. He grasped Bra's hand in his own, rubbing the back side her hand with his thumb. "Oh…Thanks for the date. It's actually the first one I've ever had."

Her eyes bulged in surprise, "Really now? I'm the first date a prince has ever had…how flattering!" She chuckled, "I thought women lined up to get a date with a prince?"

Shin tried to run a hand through his Mohawk, then remembered his hair was short. "Yeah, well, I wish girls were actually interested in me…guess they just don't like the Quiet Prince," he muttered as his gaze fell to the ground.

Bra's hand made it's way to his cheek, tilting his head upward. "Shin…" she cooed, "It might not mean much to you…but I like you."

For a moment her eyes held his gaze…and before she knew it, his cool, soft lips were touching her own. He emotions were going haywire, she wasn't sure what she wanted to do. She was kissing her prince! And she wasn't the one who initiated it either.

Shin stepped away from her, breaking the kiss and grabbing some of the shopping bags. Bra was bothered by this….until she realized her father's presence growing closer. She followed suite and grabbed a few shopping bags just before her father rounded the corner of the residence.

Bra couldn't help but wonder if her father may have seen their transaction. He had a more agitated look about him than normal. It wasn't the greatest sign, but if he'd seen the kiss he would have been infuriated.

"Hey Kai," Vegeta said. The agitation apparent in his voice. "You've got company, so hurry up. They've been waiting for a while now. They're in the living room." He finished.

"Company…for me? Who is it?" Shin asked. Who wants to see me? he thought to himself.

The only response from Vegeta was another one of his trademark grunts right before he vanished.

After dropping of their bags off, Bra followed Shin to the den. Bra could help but flinch when Shin squealed as a very tall muscular man tackled him. The man was a similar shade of purple as Shin. His hair was a dark color compared to Kaioshin and Kibito's platinum blond hair. He also sported a mohawk. But what surprised her the most was the words that left his mouth.

"Son! I missed you!" The man said while Shin squirmed in his grasp.

After a few seconds had passed, Shin finally muttered "Dad…you're..agh…crushing me."

The tall man released Shin from his lung crushing hug. Then his eyes grew large as if he'd just be struck with a heavy blow. He stuck out a trembling hand towards Shin. His mouth was moving but no sound accompanied its movements.

A sudden motion caught Bra's attention. Using her peripheral vision she saw a Standing a few feet from her was yet another kai. The kai was about the same height as Shin, and had a light pink hue to its skin….after turning in the direction of the new kai Bra discovered that the kai was obviously a female, despite having a platinum blond Mohawk very much like Shin had arrived with.

"My my my, what have you done to your hair my Little Shin?" The woman half cooed the question, as if she were talking to a young child.

Shin looked at her nervously and mumbled, "I, ummm, got a hair cut…"

"I see," the female kai murmured, deftly turning towards the tall kai and rapped him in the chin. "Osama, close your mouth. It is not very becoming of royalty."

"B-but Morimino….he just….do you see his hair?!" He exclaimed still flabbergasted.

"You are making a big deal out of nothing, Osama. Only when our little Shin rules is he expected to wear the royal Mohawk." Morimino stated while waving a finger in Osama's face in a 'no-no' fashion.

Bra couldn't believe what she was seeing. These people were Kaioshin's parents! She was standing only a few feet from her purple prince's mother and father. She gulped as a feeling of nervousness fell over her. As she tried to steady herself, Kaioshin's mother turned towards her.

"My apologies," she bowed her head slightly. "I am Morimino Kai. I should have introduced myself sooner."

"And I am called Osama." Kaioshin's father turned and bowed his head in a similar

"Oh, it's fine…nice to meet you. I'm Bra Briefs…" Bra wondered if she could have said something more professional to make herself look good. She suddenly remembered they were royalty and bowed.

Osama chuckled, "There is no need for the formality. I heard you have been taking great care of my son by the way. We both thank you for that."

"It's nothing, I enjoy showing him earth customs." Bra smiled scratching her cheek.

"I've learned much, father." Kaioshin piped up. "I am curious though….does you presence here mean it is time for me to leave?"

"Well…perhaps we should take a seat." Osama motioned to the couches in living room. They all shuffled to the couches. One couch housing Bra, Kaioshin and Bulma, the other Osama, Morimino, and Kibito.

Osama cleared his throat, "Well first, Bra, do you mind teaching our son a while longer?"

Bra smiled, "He's no trouble at all. I find teaching him very pleasurable. I can teach as long as he's interested."

Osama smiled wide, "This is good. Mrs. Briefs agreed to house you, Kibito and a guest if Bra agreed to continue your lessons."

Bra tilted her head, "Wait a guest? A new one?"

With a smile even wider than Osama's, Morimino spoke, "His fiancée wishes to see him."

Bra's mouth dropped open as did Kiaoshin's.

Insert Drama. I kind of remember where I was going with this story but not super well. I intended on finishing this story but with college workload I can't promise regular updates. And I'm sorry I never uploaded the picture with Kaioshin's new hair cut...I drew it but that was a while back and with no internet at the time I couldn't upload it. I'm thinking i'll redraw it when i get spare time.

Anyways R/R I enjoy constructive criticism. I'm taking a class about it now :P