Chapter 12 Maria's POV

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I stormed up to my room in order to get a swim suit. I needed to do something to calm myself down and I ran too fast for the treadmill to keep up with me and running around outside would make me want to punch a tree or something so I opted for swimming. Besides I liked the lukewarm water and the smell of the chorine.

I shouldn't have let Bulma buy all my clothes for me, if she had her way completely my brother would have a heart attack from what she wanted to buy me when I did go shopping with her the first time. There were so many swim suits but none were one pieces and they all were skimpy and would barely cover me. At least I'd be swimming alone. I skimmed over a few suits until I spotted a wonderful white one that would cover most of my bottom.

I tailored a hole in for my tail and pulled the bottoms on and then tied on the top and examined myself in the full body mirror. It didn't look bad at all thank goodness for that it actually complemented my features making my skin look more tropical and my eyes stood out as well. After rearranging my hair into a loose ponytail I headed to the pool.

Once I made it there I walked to the diving board. I liked the high board the most, it felt exhilarating just falling freely and yet still controlled. I made it to the top and jumped soon to have the water close over me. I knew swimming would calm me down all I had to do was focus on stroking my arms and kicking my legs measuring them out to make sure I didn't put too much power into it. This was the best feeling knowing I had control over my life and body now.

After doing about 20 laps the water started to sting my eyes a bit so I got out getting a towel to wipe my face. The only problem was I wasn't completely sure where they were kept. I rummaged around a few drawers but with no luck I gave up and decided it would be best just to go into the sauna and wait just in case any one else came by. Just when I turned around within two steps I smacked into something that felt rock solid.

When I looked up I saw Goku smiling sheepishly at me and rubbing the back of his neck. He always did that I wonder if it's a nervous gesture like grabbing the tip of my tail is for me. When I stepped back a bit more I noticed he was wearing swim trunks and I felt my stomach do a little flip. I wonder why that happened. It was getting weird we both haven't said anything yet just staring at each other maybe I should break the ice...

"Hey Goku what's up?"

It took him a moment to snap back and he blushed, "Hey Maria, I was just going to go for a swim, your brother wasn't really up for sparring after you left" he smiled at me causing that little flip to happen again.

I had to get out of here my body felt over heated and my stomach kept feeling fluttery. What was the matter with me? I pushed past Goku and tried to make a run for it but before I could take another step I felt him grab my hand. I stopped in my tracks and turned to face him again.

For a minute or so he released my hand and laughed a little bit again rubbing his neck it must be a nervous gesture and he did it so often poor guy must be a wreck. Finally he spoke, "I was just wondering if you'd like to have a little race. I haven't gotten my workout yet and I'd enjoy the company."

I didn't know what to say I was shocked he finally even spoke directly to me; we never spoke to each other. Then again we've never been alone together long enough to even start a conversation. Maybe I should, he was a challenge to spar with, and it could be fun seeing how hard I'd have to work to keep up with him in the water.

I smiled up at him excitement plain on my face, "Alright then lets race!"

We lined up at the starting point and shot off. The plan was 5 laps and the first 2 were very difficult we were even in speed but Goku's body was so much longer than mine I had to work hard to make up for it. I picked up my pace and snaked through the water, I knew I was starting to lose and I hoped he knew better than to run it in once we finish. Finally slapped the edge of the pool panting I looked up just to see him beaming at me.

I feigned a scowl even though I was a bit pissed that I lost he looked so sweet and innocent when he smiled I couldn't help but splash his face the look of shock was so sudden I couldn't help it and I started to giggle. We laughed at each other and soon after Goku's laughter died out. I was confused I thought we were having fun, I wonder what's wrong with him.

Though when I looked up and I kind of wish I hadn't, he looked serious and hungry. The look in his eyes made me know exactly what he wanted but my body's response shocked me the most I felt my muscles tighten and there was an odd sensation in my pelvis.

Goku lifted me to the ledge of the pool so then we were at the same height. He leaned in close all the while he stared directly into my eyes trying to gauge my reaction, I was frozen and had no idea what to do. My heart was pounding and my face heated up while my breathing hitched. With that he crushed his lips to mine.