Chapter 5
I do not own all of the Dragon Ball series. It is owned by the respected Akira Toriyama and Toei Animation. What I own is this story...
I would like to thank Black Star Princess for her reviews and support to my story.
Authors Note: This is a Slice of Life story that is set in a real world. It is expected that our favorite Goku and Chichi and other characters like the Ox King and Grandpa Gohan are going to exhibit different behavior compared to the actual series.
We are Already There
It's been 3 months after the tea gathering at the King's estate. As the young couple Goku and Chichi promised their fathers, they are making their relationship work not only for the sake of keeping their word, but they want to give themselves the chance in being in love.
Here is when it all began…
7 o'clock in the evening at Bulma's plush penthouse in Western City, the friends gathered for a dinner get together. Goku, Yamcha, Krillin, Tien and Upa are in the living room watching "Terminator Geneysis" while munching almonds and pistachio, while the ladies are in the kitchen preparing dinner. Chichi then decided to bring Goku a cold beer. She went to the living room to give it to Goku, but then she accidentally tripped but then Goku known for his quick reflexes catched her, so instead of landing on the hard tiled floor she ended up leaning on his strong chest. Just like what happened in the helicopter 3 months ago, they locked into each other's eyes. In that moment it was as if the world around them has stopped revolving, and the two of them are translated into their own utopia. Instead of bursting into laughter like they did before, this time they gave in to the pull of desire and savored each other's sweet lips.
After the 2 minute earth shaking kiss of the engaged couple, a clearing of throat cut through the silence in the room; which made the young engaged couple blush and gently pulled away from each other. When they turned around they saw everyone looking at them with their mouths hanged agape. Goku did his rubbing the back of his head trademark accompanied by a hearty laugh. Everyone responded with the same level of joyful laughter. The dinner at Bulma's went well and everyone gone home satisfied.
Meanwhile Goku felt he wanted to stay with his lady love a little while longer. Their kiss opened a dam of suppressed emotions and he believes Chichi feels the same way too. "Chi, would you like to go to the lookout before I bring you home? I like you to see the spectacular view with me." Goku said with his boyish smile which made Chichi's heart flutter. Chichi returned with her own sweet smile and said, "Sure thing! I think papa wouldn't mind. He gives me permission to stay out a little bit late during weekends." With that the two drove up to the lookout. It is a sightseeing view deck overlooking the whole of Western city, situated on top of a hill. When they arrived, Goku took out a picnic blanket and a cooler out of the trunk of his Blue XC 90 Volvo. Chichi delightedly took the picnic blanket and spread it on the neatly trimmed Bermuda grass. And then she helped Goku unload the contents of the cooler. Apparently he did plan to bring Chichi to the lookout after Bulma's dinner party. While stargazing the lovely couple feasted on Blueberry and Mango panacotta, mini moist chocolate cakes and washed it down with cafe latte over ice.
Goku wrapped his arm around Chichi and said, "Chi, this is such a wonderful night. I am happy you stayed longer with me. Do you see the beautiful stars in the sky Chi?" Chichi gazed into Goku's eyes and softly retorted." I am glad that I decided to come with you and see this spectacular place. And yeah the stars are so beautiful! Why?" Goku lifted Chichi's chin so that he can look into her eyes. "Because that's how I see our future Chi, I hope you do too." Chichi gave out a loving smile and replied.
"I do Goku, I do." They shared a deep tender kiss.
The young couple was too engrossed with their moment together that they miscalculated the time. When they checked on the time it is already 3 o'clock in the morning. "Oh no! Papa's going to freak out! We need to go." Chichi said in panic. Goku tends to be cool as a breeze and carefree as a 13 year old adolescent, chuckled and gently replied. "Hey just chill Chi, you'll be home before you know it." The love birds quickly packed and headed for home.
Chichi is already in her doorstep at exactly 1 hour. She said "Goku, I think you should stay for the night. You can stay in one of the guest rooms, papa will understand and your father too when we explain it to him." Goku smiled and held Chichi's hand and remarked, "That's a very tempting offer and it's hard to resist but I can't. I don't want to give other people the chance to gush over us. Plus I need to go with father to oversee the wine tasting tomorrow." Chichi pouted marring her pretty face with a sad look. She said. "Goku I cannot let you travel this late alone. So please consider staying." Goku caressed Chichi's cheek and cheerily answered. "I'll be fine, you worry too much." Before Chichi could protest, he bent down and gave her a tender yet lingering goodnight kiss.
In the advent of their relationship, they deeply care for each other. It is a known fact that, not only they've been best friends since the age of 12 but their fathers are like brothers. It's because of their father's strong friendship and theirs which led to their engagement in the first place. Nonetheless Neither Goku and Chichi thought that they could passionately fall in love with each other because; the promise to wed is entirely for security reasons and falling in love can come later or it maybe not. Now when they kissed and locked themselves in a warm embrace it made them realize that; the reason why they obeyed their fathers in getting engaged is that they're willing to fall in love. Fear is the only thing that hinders them to express that special love.
Now that both Goku and Chichi have come into terms with their true feelings towards each other; even if their heart is young, they are determined to make their relationship meaningful.
Authors Note: I know that this story is full of OOCness from the lead characters. But am sure you understand that the story calls for it. As you can see the relationship of the young couple has turned a new leaf and has reconciled with the decision to make things work between them not out of obligation but because of love.
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