Ch 67

Goten woke up to the light hitting his eyes as he turned away from its annoying rays. Closing his eyes once again, he heard footsteps which got him curious so he sat up in bed to see his shirtless mate smiling at him.

"Hey chibi, how are you feeling?" Trunks asked as he sat beside him on the bed.

"Well I'm kind of tired and sore but I'm all right. I don't even remember getting here to our bedroom."

"That makes sense. You fainted in my arms on the way back to my mom's house. You were in more critical condition then we thought. You were in a coma for a few days. When you came out of it, you had a fever. You've been in and out of consciousness for a few weeks," Trunks said as he felt his mate's forehead and smiled. "It looks like your fever finally broke."

"Thanks for taking care of me Trunks."

"Anytime you know that."

"I do," Goten smiled. "So, how is everyone?"

"Everyone's alive and well accept for a few bruises and scars. Gohan and Videl have been staying here along with Pan. They just wanted to be close by just in case."

"I think I'm well enough to shower and make an appearance," said Goten as he lifted the covers off of his body and stood up and headed towards the bathroom.

"Just let me know if you need any help. I'm sure by now Videl's making breakfast. I'll let your family know you're awake," said Trunks as he grabbed a shirt, put it on, and walked out of the room.

Goten removed his clothes too quickly and got dizzy as he leaned his arm against the wall to steady his body. He waited for the vertigo to pass and then turned on the shower and stepped inside. The water felt good on his body as he sighed. 'God it feels like I haven't showered in forever.'

Refreshed and feeling good, Goten stepped out of the shower, turned off the water, and wrapped a towel around his waist. Another wave of dizziness swept over him as headed towards the bed. Landing on his stomach, he sighed as he waited for it to pass once again.

"Goten, what's wrong?" asked Trunks as he rushed into the room.

Goten laughed and then smiled. "I—I think I did too much at once. The battle really kicked my butt."

Trunks sat down on the bed and rubbed Goten's back, affectionately. Trunks smirked. "Maybe you should let me dress you. I wouldn't want you to overexert yourself again," he said as Goten blushed but nodded at Trunks' request.

Trunks carried his fully dressed mate out of their room and into the kitchen and sat him next to his brother.

"Uh thanks Trunks," blushed Goten as Pan laughed.

"Here you go Goten," said Videl as she placed a bunch of food filled plates before the demi-saiyans.

"Thanks Videl, I really appreciate this."

"No problem. Glad to see you're doing all right," said Videl. "Well I have to get to the bakery. I'll see you tomorrow, right?"

"You bet," Goten smiled as he got back to his breakfast until he felt his nice hug him from behind.

"I'm glad you're all right to uncle Goten. I wish I could stay, but I have to get to school. Love you!"

"Love you to Pan!" he yelled as he watched his niece race out the door.

"Are you sure you're all right Goten?" asked Gohan as he sat next to his younger brother.

"Yeah," Goten smiled. "I'll be all right Gohan. You know I would tell you if something wasn't right."

"I know. It's just ever since mom—

"I think about her a lot to Gohan. I'll try to be more cautious from now on if it will ease your mind."

"That's all I ask little brother," he said as he stood up.

"You have work today?"

"A few lectures at the university but not until noon."

"You want to stay and hang out. I'm sure Trunks won't mind."

"I don't," said Trunks as he made himself comfortable on the couch.

Gohan smiled. "Sure, why not?"

Trunks turned on the TV as Gohan and Goten joined him in the living room. Goten made himself comfortable next to Trunks as Gohan took the love seat for himself. Gohan smiled at the site before turning to the TV. He couldn't remember the last time he relaxed like this, but he promised to take the time to do it more often. Turning back to the TV, he could sense his brother's contentment. When Goten looked his way, he smiled, knowing for sure that his brother was in good hands with Trunks.