Ch 71

Trunks sat up in bed the next morning to see his mate snoring away, a peaceful look on his face. He gave the site a smile before he got up, and took a shower. He knew his mother would probably be by the room soon to wake them up, and he wanted to be dressed and clean just in case she somehow barged into the room without permission.

Walking back into the bathroom in a t-shirt and baggy, navy blue shorts, and sneakers, he watched Goten roll over in bed and then his dark eyes opened and he smiled. "Hey Trunks, what are you doing up?" he asked as he sat up on bed.

"Just wanted to get ready for the day. You did say you wanted to see the sites, right?"

"Yeah, but why are you up so ear—

A knock came to their door. "You two better be up and ready to go in 5 minutes," said Bulma outside their door.

"All right mom!" yelled Trunks as he heard her footsteps retreat from the door.

Goten laughed. "I forgot your family are early risers, and I guess that's on vacation to. You know you could have told me Trunks."

"True," Trunks smiled, "but where's the fun in that?"

Goten got up from the bed, passing Trunks as he went to the closet. He smiled as he could feel Trunks' desire for him. Grabbing some clothes, he raced to the shower, was out in 3 minutes, dressed, and ready to go.

Making their way into the hallway, they walked to the elevator and got in to join their families' and Sharpner's in the lobby. The elevator ride was silent, and they were the only ones there. Trunks looked over at his mate, oblivious to his devious plans with him. Trunks moved closer to his mate and then took Goten's hand in his.

"What are you thinking Trunks?" he asked as he saw the devious look in his eyes. He recognized that look. "No Trunks, what if we get caught. It will be so embarrassing."

"Come on chibi. We're on vacation, live a little."

Goten sighed. "All right fine but if we get caught, I'm going to kill you."

Trunks smiled. "Looking forward to it," he said as he grabbed Goten by the waist and passionately kissed him on the lips as Goten's arms went around his neck.

When Trunks pushed him against the elevator, Goten was startled as he felt Trunks press his body against his. Trunks' lips attacked his, and Goten wasn't ready for it, but he adjusted to Trunks' roughness and returned his kiss eagerly. Before Trunks could get further with his mate, he heard the elevator doors opening and pushed Goten against the other side of the elevator. Goten glared at him until the elevator doors opened, and people walked in.

The Colosseum was a site to see for the Son family and Sharper's family. Bulma was insistent that they take a picture in front of it, so they stood in front of it while Bulma got out the tripod to set up the camera and take the picture. Once she set the timer, she got in the picture. "All right everyone smile," said Bulma as the flash went off. "Great!"

Trunks' favorite place was the museum. He always had a fascination with history, and he knew he could spend all day at the museum.

Goten smiled as he spotted his mate. "And how did I know this would be your favorite place?"

"I'm sure you can sense my feelings."

"So, you've been here often when you were in Rome?"

"Yep, I would come by myself and just spend the day here."

"This place really does suit you Trunks," Goten smiled.

Trunks found it amusing when they got to the Sistine Chapel. Goten's face showed pure awe and wonderment. It reminded Trunks of when his mate was only 3 years old and everything seemed new and wonderful to him.

"It's impressive, isn't it chibi?" Trunks asked

"The art and detail is so overwhelmingly beautiful Trunks. I've never seen anything like it!"

Trunks smiled. "It is pretty amazing," he said as he held Goten's hand. He knew he was getting a few disgusted stares by people, but he didn't care.

They stopped for lunch at a Pizzeria restaurant to eat and rest their feet from all the exploring they did.

"I thought it would be great after lunch to do some shopping," said Bulma.

"Oh that sounds like a great idea mom," said Bulla. "I've been dying to update my wardrobe," she said as Trunks rolled his eyes. "Shut up Trunks it's not like I'm going to make you do. It can be just be for the girls."

"Count me in!" said Videl, Erasa and Bunny.

"I don't want to go shopping," said Pan.

"I know," said Goten. "Why don't we go to the beach?"

"Great idea uncle Goten," smiled Pan.

"I could use some cooling off. I'm in," said Uub.

Sharpner, Gohan, Dr. Briefs, and Vegeta agreed to the beach as well.

Goten floated on the water with his eyes closed. He loved to feel the waves carry his body. When he felt the touch of his mate's hand on his back, he felt pleasurable chills travel down his spine. He opened his eyes to see two blue ones staring back at him. "Hey Trunks, is no one else giving you attention?" he smiled, playfully.

"Shut up chibi you know I don't need attention. I was just seeing what you were doing."

"Ok," said Goten as he came from floating on his back to standing in front of his mate. "I like floating on the water. It's relaxing."

"You did look pretty relaxed floating into shark infested waters," Trunks smirked.

"You're kidding right?"

"I'm afraid not Goten, but shark attacks rarely happen here. You have nothing to fear."

"Well that's a relief," sighed Goten. "Anyway it's really nice here."

"The water does feel good," said Trunks.

"You look like you're finally starting to relax. I was afraid you were going to be more of a stick in the mud then your dad," he said as they saw Vegeta lying on one of the beach chairs in the sun, wearing sunglasses.

"Well he has different ways of unwinding," said Trunks. "Besides, there's too many people in the water for his taste. He doesn't like to feel crowded," he said as he felt his mates sadness. "You miss your dad."

"Yeah, I hope he found mom or at least knows what happened. It just doesn't feel the same without him you know. He made everyone around him feel happy and safe."

"Do you feel happy and safe with me Goten?"

Goten smiled as he held Trunks close to him. "I do Trunks. I always have," he said as he felt Trunks' arms around his waist, "and I hope you've felt the same way with me."

"I do," Trunks smiled as he rubbed his mate's back. "I would never admit that to anyone else but you."

"I know because you think it makes you seem like a big softy but don't worry Trunks I won't tell," he laughed as Trunks squeezed him tightly in his arms.

"Yeah whatever chibi. Just be careful what you say next because I'm not adverse to putting my hand down your shorts, stroking you, and making you come and scream for all the people to hear." He watched as Goten's face went bright red.

"You—you wouldn't," he said nervously.

"Oh I think you know me well enough to know I would," he smirked.