Hi again everyone. Just wanted to reiterate that I am sorry for not posting sooner. I've been very busy as of late and wasn't pleased with the way the chapters turned out after the first writing attempt. Anyway, I hope you enjoy the story.

Chapter Sixteen – Mysterious Tempest

Planet of the Kais : Present 7:25pm — Day 2

Goku, Piccolo, Kibitoshin, the Elder Kai and Vegeta stood a short distance away from Bulma's group absorbing the new info that had just been noted. The possibility of Terra being Lita was beginning to make some sense. The fact that Lita's abilities had been growing stronger for the past eight years ever since she was sixteen was unsettling. If someone with such great mental capabilities could kill someone mentally, then they should be more then capable of controlling someone let alone someone of an evil nature. With the recent display of power, creating a creature capable of destroying everything doesn't seem too impossible either.

This new development began a series of unanswered questions, one being that can Lita be held responsible for Chi-Chi's demise? What if this creature isn't actually a separate entity? She tends to black out at times, what if when she blacks out she becomes evil incarnate and is trapped within it? Kibitoshin brought up an interesting point that 'Terra' disappeared when Lita died and that no one can seem to find her. She was able to leave the realm of the dead and walk amongst the living as a ghost. And now, she just picked up that mysterious ball that the Elder had presented. The significance of that ball is still unknown, but if something turns a blackened color and you become afraid of it, there must be something up.

"So, should we approach Lita with these questions?" "I don't know Piccolo, I just don't know…" "Well Kakkarot, if it is true then we have to kill her." "Vegeta, she doesn't seem evil though. She seems like she genuinely wants to help." "Yeah then before we know it, we're all fucked. I mean, did dealing with Buu teach you anything?" Goku had to reflect upon what seemed the most difficult enemy to defeat. He seemed so innocent but was capable of destroying everything. Could Lita be so different? "Sigh…what do you think Piccolo?" "I think we have to force her to think about her past. When she saw Chi-Chi being attacked, did it seem like she was the one doing the attacking? If so, then she was either possessing or being possessed by Terra." "Well, we have to make sure we're prepared for anything before we ask her."

I've tried reading the message on the tablet aloud to see if it would react, but nothing happens, it only responds to touching the ball. Now why does it turn yellow when Gohan touches it but turns red when Mirai Trunks touches it? Is there some sort of coded message having to do with the colors? And this tablet makes no sense… Usually I'd run tests on something in my lab if I know very little about it, but I can't seem to do that now. I wonder… Bulma picked up the ball studying it closely. "Did you find something Bulma?" "Well Gohan, I was just wondering what would happened if everyone were to touch it, or if someone else were to touch it. Not sure exactly, but like any other scientific find, you have to test and hypothesize."

"Well ma'am, what if we try to decipher that tablet some more?" "It just seems too cryptic. It's specifying various people in the message, but who knows who they could be?" "Well…maybe those people are the people that we know. I mean, Gohan and the guys are very strong, and I'm pretty sure they have saved more lives then even they know." "So, you're suggesting that these 'guardians of life' in the message could be the z-gang?" "Well Bulma, it makes a lot of sense. And it did react to me and Mirai Trunks." "That's true mom." "Ok, so we make everyone touch the ball, then what?" "Well, I'm not quite sure Bulma." "Sigh…well that's a start I suppose, but what are the 'seven prospects'? And we can't forget the message that the Elder Kai has to remember." "We'll just have to take everything one step at a time."

Goku's attention snapped to an unknown twinge. Without one word to Vegeta and the others he teleported away. "Kakkarot, what the Hell!" Vegeta's statement was unheard, Goku was gone after his Saiyan name was said. "Where'd the Hell he run off too?" "I don't know Vegeta, let me try to pin point him." After a long pause, Kibitoshin and the Elder didn't like the state of the Universe. "I don't believe it… Everything's….gone!" "It would seem that your friend Goku has gone to the only place in existence other then here, the Spirit Realm." "Wait! Everything's gone already!" "Yes Piccolo, everything. The surge has already spread to the Spirit Realm." "Yes, and it would seem that there's a lot of chaos too." "Please explain," Piccolo urged on the Elder. Kibitoshin stepped in to explain, "Well, you remember those creatures that you and your friends fought on Earth, the one's that caused Earth to disappear within hours?" "Yeah." "Well those creatures are swarming the Spirit Realm."

"But why, how?" "I don't know, I guess that's why Goku left as he did. Maybe he'll be able to shine some light on the issue."

Otherworld : Present ?

As soon as Goku appeared he had to jump aside to allow the mass of cloud-like people by. Goku was in a world of chaos as he witnessed people running away from the black creatures from Earth. Some of the unfortunate ones were reduced to blackness, then to a puddle of black liquid which eventually evaporated. The brightness of the dimension was changing to that of darkness in the distance.

This means that Terra has resurfaced! Goku teleported to who he thought was King Kai's Ki. Instead he was met with his master's rival, West Kai. "Oh sorry, I thought you were King Kai." West Kai and two of his counterparts were fighting off the black Tuffles with little luck. "Yeah, well maybe you can give us a little hand here?"

Without hesitation, Goku transformed to Super Saiyan, took to flight, and destroyed all of the Tuffles in the area before anymore casualties were made. With quick and little effort, Goku had finished his task and returned to West Kai's side. "So what happened here, where's King Kai?" "Those things just popped up out of no where. We didn't have any warning." "When did this happen? Terra could be here." The West Kai shook his head no, "Terra isn't here, but these things from Earth are here." South Kai further explained, "We were all here when we felt those things attacking. It started happening a while ago now." "How long is a while ago?" Goku needed to know if Terra were truly a separate person. "Well," West Kai couldn't really put a time on things, given that time doesn't exist in the Spirit Realm. "I think in the Physical Realm if I had to make a guess, it was probably four or five hours ago now."

That one statement confirmed a lot. Four or five hours ago Lita was still training her ability, an ability she had trouble controlling. "Did anything else happen when these things arrived, like how did they form?" "Well, they just appeared from out of the ground for a short period of time. It's kinda hard to tell since time doesn't exist here. Those things appeared by the hundreds. But afterwards their numbers have slowed down. There's still an occasional one or two that appears every so often."

So maybe Lita is responsible…And her powers are the enemy. "So where's King Kai?" The trio of Kais hung their heads for a moment. The East Kai lifted her head, "One of those things got the drop on North Kai a short while ago. He turned to a black puddle before our eyes."

Goku was in shock, even a Kai was vulnerable to this threat. "It doesn't matter," South Kai voiced, "We're all going to meet the same fate soon. Even though that void has reached here, this place only has a few hours left since those monsters attacked. The fighters here are able to keep as many of them at bay as they can." "Wait, there's always the…" "It doesn't matter now. You should get out of here while you still can." Goku wanted to protest but knew the Kais would not run from their duties.

King Kai, I'm sorry King Kai. If I'd gotten here sooner then maybe... Goku was in a mixture of grief and anger. Everyone's dying, I have to stop this! He frowned bidding the Kais farewell, "I won't rest until everything's back to normal." With that, Goku turned around and teleported away. "I truly hope your words hold truth."

Planet of the Kais : Present 9:12pm — Day 2

Bulma's findings had to be put on hold temporarily due to the fact that Trunks and Goten were starving and holding her responsible to cook something. It didn't help that Gohan had too voiced that it was had to think on an empty stomach. I guess we have been on this planet for over a day now and everyone should be very exhausted.

Being a genius when it came to packing, Bulma had remembered to include one of her latest inventions a capsule motel. It was capable of housing up to twenty-five people at a time. The food issue was another matter. Bulma approached Piccolo and the others, "Sorry to interrupt your planning, but I think everyone needs to eat and rest." "Woman what do you suggest?" "Well I did bring my capsule motel, it should accommodate twenty-five people. But I don't know where to find food around here." "Ah yes, I do believe I may be able to help with that. With my magical feats I am capable of creating almost anything, well anything that isn't alive that is." Bulma was skeptical that the old man could pull it off but gave the Kai the benefit of the doubt. "Well, I hope you're able to supply enough food for a small army, cause Saiyans eat a lot." "I think I can manage. Just go on and set up your housing on stable ground, I'll have food for everyone to eat ready in a few minutes." "Great. I guess I should go get the rest of the gang.

Bulma turned away to gather everyone for one last feast. I think having everyone together will put everyone at ease. Let's see…we have thirty-eight more hours left until everything is destroyed. That should be enough time to rest and try to figure out this ball and tablet.

"Ah Goku, you have returned. So, what happened in…" Kibitoshin stopped realizing that Goku wasn't paying him any attention. Goku was in fact walking quickly towards Lita. The expression on his face read that of anger, "Uh, we'd better follow him." Piccolo, Kibitoshin and Vegeta followed Goku towards the research group. Upon reaching them, Goku grabbed Lita's arm somewhat roughly, "Agh!" Lita looked up kinda shocked to see Goku standing before her, she was half expecting this behavior from Vegeta. Lita blinked a few times not sure of what to say.

"You've got some explaining to do. For starters, why is it that we can't seem to find Terra now! She disappeared once you died. Where are you hiding her? Are you controlling her or are you Terra in disguise?" "Huh?" Piccolo tried to alleviate the situation by pulling Goku aside.

"Goku maybe we should wait to ask her these questions. Bulma suggested that everyone needs to rest and recuperate and I think it's good advice. We should all spend time with the people we care about and worry about fighting later." "Agreed. I too believe we should all take a break and meet back once everyone is rested. We'll have thirty-eight hours left, so let's take twelve hours to recuperate then meet again." Goku knew his friends were merely trying to help. He released Lita's arm, "Fine. We'll pick up where we left off in ten hours." Goku glared at Lita once before walking away.

What was that about? Does he suspect that I'm Terra or am controlling her? Lita looked over Vegeta, Kibitoshin and Piccolo's faces, They don't trust me…I guess they have every right not to. Vegeta and Piccolo merely turned their backs towards Lita watching as Goku walked away. Gohan, Goten and Trunks were playing in the distance. Lita glanced around and noticed that the only one that bear witness to that incident was Mirai Trunks. He seemed to be in deep thought about Goku's words. I've never seen Goku angry like that before… He looked over to Lita who was starring at the ground at the moment with a far away look in her eyes. Could Goku be right? Could she actually be… Mirai Trunks watched Lita walk away from everyone. I don't know what to think anymore. I'm going to talk with my dad and Piccolo to find out what's going on.

"I take it you want to know what's gotten Goku so upset." "Uh, yeah," Mirai Trunks responded. "We have a suspicion that Lita is somehow connected to Terra. We think that either she's controlling Terra or that she may be Terra." "But why?" Piccolo turned to face Mirai Trunks, "It's too much of a coincidence that Lita tends to blackout and that Terra appears. Take the incident with Chi-Chi, Lita may have been far away but somehow she saw what was happening to Chi-Chi. Based on the view in which Lita saw the attack will determine whether there's a connection or not. Also, when Lita died, Terra disappeared without a trace. Everything just seems too much of a coincidence to ignore." "But, you're still making accusations about everything. What if Lita doesn't have any connection with Terra other then she has great mental capacities?" "Maybe…but no one can seem to explain her death either. This is why we're going to wait to hear her side of the story before making any judgments." "Great. Well while you're waiting, Lita's going to be thinking we don't trust her."

Piccolo grunted, "I 'don't' trust her." Vegeta stepped into the conversation, "Boy, it's time you realize that maybe the enemy is in plain sight. She may seem innocent but that's the exact same mistake we made with Majin Buu before he killed everyone." Mirai Trunks frowned, "Well someone has to talk to her." "Fine. You can watch as me and the Namek question her."

Vegeta, Piccolo and Mirai Trunks caught up to a somewhat distraught Lita, "Girl, explain yourself!" "I'm not sure what to say." "Let's start from the incident of Chi-Chi being attacked, was it you!" Piccolo clarified, "What Vegeta means is when you saw Chi-Chi being attacked, did it seem like you were looking right at Chi-Chi as she was being attacked; or did it seem like you were standing next to Terra?" Lita thought briefly about the vision, "I was looking down at the attack." "Ok, when did you blackout?" "I blacked out when Terra was doing the attack, it was overwhelming. I did feel her presence way before the attack started though."

Piccolo wasn't sure what to make of that statement just yet, "And what happened when you died?" Lita took a deep breath, "I found myself surrounded by darkness for the second time." "The second time?" "Yes, I went there before I think when Majin Buu destroyed everything. I blacked out when he turned that city into gum drops. But getting back to the Terra incident, I heard Mirai Trunks and Goku talking as well as this Ogre guy. I followed their voices and ended up climbing out of the big guy's desk. After Goku and Mirai Trunks left, I realized that I was invisible to everyone. I tried to go through this door that led outside and saw a stone snake head in the distance. But after five or so steps, I collapsed and couldn't breathe. I looked at my hands and saw that they were fading away, along with the rest of my body. So I used all of my strength to go back through the doors. After a while, I went through the bigger doors which I'm guessing were the entrance and fell to Earth. I thought I was dead but gravity was still pulling me closer to the ground. Fearing that I might die again, I closed my eyes and thought of Mirai Trunks. After I opened them, I found myself at the tower which ya'll call it. I still was invisible to everyone but I found out that I could pick stuff up or move stuff, which required a lot of concentration. After contacting you guys, I thought of that black void and was teleported there. I don't know how I'm able to do any of the stuff I did, but all I know was that I was a normal girl until about eight years ago; well all throughout my life I did have dreams about people's death and the next day I'd find out on the news that they really did die."

Mirai Trunks and Piccolo seemed absorbed in the story of Lita's life, "So, are any of your parents aliens?" Lita blinked a few times at Piccolo's question, "They seem normal but after that incident with Gero, I think that maybe they know more then they're letting on." Lita bit her lower lip, I can't believe I hadn't thought of mom or dad. Her eyes grew at the realization, Mom and dad were on Earth when it was destroyed…they're gone. Lita fought back the tears that were threatening to spill. "Hmph, so it's your parents that we should be questioning." "Father," Mirai Trunks saw the look in her eyes. She must be thinking of her parents and the fact that they were left on Earth.

"We're all going to eat and get some rest, I suggest that you should do the same." Lita nodded her head noticing the hint of remorse in Piccolo's voice. Everyone except Lita turned to walk back towards the group and the awaiting feast. Mirai Trunks stopped when he noticed that Lita wasn't following them. I guess she never had time to think of what's become of her parents. I'll give her, her space. Mirai Trunks walked a few more paces then sat down to watch Lita in the distance. I really hope that she has nothing to do with Terra.

Lita sat down on the ground, Mom…dad, I never asked you about the origins of my powers and whether I inherited them from one of you. Lita began crying, I'll never know. Am I a monster? My childhood…did I kill those people unknowingly? Dad comforted me a few times after he found out, but is it my fault? Did he know what I've become? Lita felt more alone then ever.

"Mirai Trunks, what's up?" Mirai Trunks noted the woman's voice speaking next to him, "Nothing…we just think that Lita is actually Terra in disguise and is responsible for us having to take refuge here." Bulma chuckled before sitting down next to him, "Well, that certainly sounds like a lot more then nothing. Can you fill me in on what's happened?" Mirai Trunks stretched out his legs then began explaining in detail what Piccolo and the others had told him ten minutes ago, including his discussions with Lita earlier. Bulma listened intently taking in the information.

After several minutes, Bulma was quiet for a moment. Wow, this girl gets more intriguing by the minute. What is she? Could she really be Terra? "Don't know what to say Mirai Trunks. Has anyone tried to talk with her more or tried reading her mind?" "Hmm, never really thought of doing that…I've tried talking to her a few times. But I don't know if I can trust her anymore." I've been letting my growing feelings for her cloud my judgment. "I like her and I don't know anything about her…I think I'm going to just stand aside and observe from now on." "What do you mean Mirai Trunks?" Mirai Trunks turned his head towards Bulma, "Uhh?" I said that out loud? Trying to fight off the embarrassment he was feeling he had to clarify, "I mean she seems like a nice person but appearances can be deceiving."

Bulma smiled briefly, "So you like her huh?" Mirai Trunks just hung his mouth blushing. He composed himself when he saw the frown on her face, "What's wrong?" "I just hope your first love doesn't end up devastating you." Mirai Trunks opened his mouth about to say something but was at a loss of words. "I think that's a wise decision. But anyway, the food's ready." Bulma stood up and brushed off her clothes, "Please let Lita know." She turned and walked away.

Mirai Trunks also stood and made his way over to Lita. "Hey…" Lita looked up towards Mirai Trunks a small smile forming on her face. It soon faded when she noticed the stern look on his face. "Dinner's ready, hurry up or it'll get cold." With that, Mirai Trunks turned away and walked towards the camp. Lita blinked a few times and frowned, He sounded so…cold. He doesn't trust me either. Lita felt her heart ache as if it were crushing under some unknown pressure. She swallowed hard and stood up. Gathering herself she began walking towards the large group of people gathering. It became hard for Lita to calm herself completely being that it felt like someone was gripping her heart. I don't deserve to be resurrected if I'm the cause of all of this. There's just so much that I don't even know about myself. She felt a wave of emotions: hurt, guilt, sorrow, loneliness and mostly heartbreak. Well I know me and Mirai Trunks weren't together, but he has become the friend I never really had, but sensing his cold demeanor now…it just hurts. Maybe he's just protecting himself from being hurt too. And just like my other friends, I've lost him. Well he hasn't died or anything but…

Lita's eyes grew and she halted in her step, It's all my fault…because of me my friends have all died. And what did I do…I just ran away. Maybe it's better this way…maybe I don't deserve anyone… She began crying, letting the emotional storm inside of her carry on.

Not far away there was a loud thunder clap which caught everyone off guard. "That's odd," the Elder voiced. "It never rains here." Kibitoshin nodded in agreement, "Never in my lifetime has it ever rained here." The two Kais watched from a distance as the large group of people were now setting up a huge tent that Bulma had supplied in order to cover the food. They decided it was best not to make themselves known to everyone.

Moments after the tent was set up, everyone gathered underneath as the rain began. "Wow, who knew it even rained here," Yamcha was briefly astonished. "Wow, look at all of this food!" Goten and Trunks immediately ran towards the table intent on getting their fill. Goten's statement brought everyone to the table including Piccolo who just wanted a tall glass of water. Everyone began digging in and being sure not to accidentally get bitten by any of the Saiyans.

Bulma stopped eating when she noticed that Lita wasn't there. "Mirai Trunks, where's Lita?" Mirai Trunks also stopped, "I told her the food was finished…" Bulma frowned, "What exactly did you say?" "I said dinner's ready, hurry up or it'll get cold." Bulma glared at him. "What? I thought she was coming." "Well why don't you go find her. Here, here's an umbrella. Use it." Mirai Trunks didn't understand why his mom was being so cold and demanding. But he took the umbrella, opened it, and walked out in the intensifying storm. "Trunks! Leave Mirai Trunks' food alone!"

He saw a lone figure in the distance and noticed she hadn't walked far from where she was last. He walked quickly towards her and positioned the large umbrella over her, being sure to hold the umbrella against the intensifying winds. "Hey…" Lita didn't respond, she seemed to be staring off into space. "Umm," Mirai Trunks started again, "Dinner's ready…there's a huge tent and everything to shield us from the rain and…" Mirai Trunks felt uneasy, Was it something I said…? Hmm, she's shaking. I guess she 'is' soaking wet and the wind 'is' blowing. "Hey, we should…" "I'm not hungry," Lita voiced in a low tone. Mirai Trunks frowned, "You'll catch your death of cold out here." Lita laughed quietly, "Despite what's going on around us it would be ironic that I die of a cold."

Mirai Trunks was growing angry and spun her around with one free hand, "You want to die!" Lita stared at him for a moment before responding quietly, "It's not about me anymore…" Mirai Trunks blinked a few times, "What do you mean?" Lita ignored the question and walked out into the storm heading towards the camp. Mirai Trunks wasn't sure what to make of her statement but hurried after her holding the umbrella as best as he could against the wind. Once they reached the tent Lita twisted her hair to wring out the excess water. She took a seat at an empty seat directly across from Mirai Trunks' seat between Bulma and Videl. He closed the umbrella and also made his way to the table and sat down to the meal he had begun earlier.

Bulma looked over the girl, "You're soaking wet!" Bulma glared at Mirai Trunks briefly before turning her attention back to Lita, "Here let me get you a towel." Lita placed her hand on Bulma's arm stopping her from leaving the table. From the corner of his eyes, Vegeta was surveying Lita's actions closely, and right now he felt very uncomfortable with Bulma being close to her. "No, it's Ok. I'm fine. I'll dry off after dinner." Bulma looked down at the hand on her arm, "Your hand is freezing! You'll catch your death if you stay like that." "Catching a cold is the least of my worries…I'm fine, really. Besides, we should eat while there's still food left." Bulma couldn't help but laugh, "Yeah, I see your point," as she eyed the Saiyans. She reluctantly sat down again and continued eating. Mirai Trunks didn't like the Lita before him…after their previous encounter she seems so quiet and detached now. Dinner went by with some talking and joking here and there. Everyone seemed to enjoy the meal as well as each other's company. Even Seventeen's dark personality was becoming accepted amongst the group. Despite the ominous death that's slowly approaching and the storm that continued outside, there was chatter amongst everyone, everyone except Lita. Mirai Trunks was watching her noticing the sorrowful look in her eyes.

What's she thinking…? She's barely touched her food. What did she mean earlier? Maybe I shouldn't have tried to be so cold to her. She doesn't know anyone here…no friends or family. We didn't know where to find her family. She probably thinks no one trusts her.

"Oh everyone, I managed to pack a mini-motel. It can accommodate twenty-five people, the only thing is that the beds are queen sized, so we would have to pair up when selecting rooms." "Bulma you always think two steps ahead of everyone." "Why thank you Oolong, but forgetting it. Your sucking up won't get you anywhere. I'm sharing a room with Vegeta." "Oolong you pervert!" Puar laughed, causing everyone else to join in. Oolong hung his head in shame.

Mirai Trunks eyed Lita and stopped laughing when he saw that she was merely staring at her plate of food. Bulma also noticed that Lita had a far away look in her eyes, "Lita what's wrong? You haven't said anything." The laughter seemingly died down as everyone was waiting for her response, Goku, Vegeta and Piccolo were curious as well. She looked up feeling uncomfortable with all of the eyes that were staring at her, "I'm sorry, I'm just exhausted from the training." Lita stood up and bowed in apology, "If ya'll would excuse me I think I'm going to turn in early. Goodnight." Lita stepped out in the storm and made her way to the capsule motel.

"Hmmm, I don't blame her for being so tired, she trained all day if I'm not mistaking. It's good that she managed to finish." "Well Tien," Gohan explained, "She didn't finish her training. The old Kai lost his concentration and well…they have to start all over." "What?" Tien asked incredulously. "All that for nothing?" "I guess so Chao-tzu." "So how come we can't meet this big shot Kai anyway?" "Because only actual heroes have the privilege of meeting him." Eighteen couldn't help but burst into laughter, "I think Bulma's on to you Mr. Satan." Soon after, everyone was in an uproar.

"Well, I'm exhausted as well…Puar what do you say about us sharing a room?" "Sure Yamcha." "Hmph, why don't you two just get married." Bulma punched Vegeta in the arm. "Dad, can me and Trunks share a room with you?" "Yes Kakkarot, do me a favor and watch the brats." "Sure Goten." "Well I'm sure you can guess that me, Eighteen and Marron are sharing a room together." "Mom, dad, are you guys sharing a room?" "Well of course Bulma. Where else would we sleep." "I suppose I'll remain quiet, cause I have a few guesses." "What do you mean honey?" "Oh, uh nothing dear." "Well Tien, I suppose you and Chao-tzu are sharing a room?" "I guess so Yamcha." "Well, me and Gohan will be sharing a room together." "You most certainly…" The look Videl gave him was enough to shut Mr. Satan up. "Uh, will…" Mr. Satan grumbled quietly, "Well Buu whatdya say we share a room?" "Buu share room with Mr. Satan? Yay!" "Hmph, well since all the good ones are taken, I guess that leaves you and me Korin." "You'd think you'd give a cat a break…" This caused some laughter amongst the group. "Heh, well I guess me and Lita will share a room." "Like Hell you will Roshi!" "Well Bulma no one else chose her and she isn't here to object so…" "I'm staying with Lita," Mirai Trunks spoke before he realized what he was saying. Everyone turned their attention towards him waiting for some sort of explanation. He looked around nervously scratching the back of his head, "Well I don't think Roshi can be trusted is all."

"Oh, heh heh, Mirai Trunks just wants her for himself." Everyone except for the kids laughed causing Mirai Trunks to blush slightly. "Ah man…that means I'm stuck with Roshi." "Well, I'm sure you'll allow an old man the bed to himself?" "Yeah right," Oolong objected. "Hmph, well androids don't need to sleep." "Yeah the same with me and Dende. I guess we'll keep watch over everyone while they sleep." "Thanks Piccolo." Hmm, that leaves one room vacant. But how, I had just enough rooms for everyone including the fact that Piccolo and Dende didn't need to sleep. Bulma came to realization, one was meant for Goten and Trunks, the other was left for Goku and…Bulma was immediately saddened in remembering a lost Goku on Planet Namek. Chi-Chi, I promise to do everything I can to bring you back.

Goku stood up, "Guys, I'm sure everyone's aware that that void is almost here and we only have thirty-six hours left. Let's all take twelve hours to rest and meet back here to plan for the next twenty-four hours." "Uh, is there any hope for us?" Oolong felt on edge. "Sorry Oolong, but everything will be discussed later." "Sure Goku…" Yamcha stood from the table, "Well I don't know about you guys, but I'm tired." "Yeah, we should all gets some much needed rest. Let's go and pick a good room Chao-tzu." The duo left dashing through the rain towards the motel. The rest of the group followed suit.

Capsule Motel : Present 11:35pm — Day 2

Everyone seemed to be settled in to there respective rooms. Mirai Trunks was sort of nervous sharing a room with Lita. There past encounters didn't go to well. He knocked before entering, and noticed that Lita was curled up on the bed under the covers; the light from the sink area illuminated the room. He made his way to the bed and was about to put his hand on her shoulder to wake her… "I'm awake, what is it?"

Wow…should've known better then to try and sneak up on a psychic. "Hey, I hope you don't mind but…" "You agreed to share a room with me." Mirai Trunks was a little unnerved given that her back was facing him and she seemed to know what he was going to say. "Umm, can we talk face to face?" "I'd rather not…" "If it's something I said that upset you, I'm sorry." Without warning Lita sat up, the covers falling to her mid section, a bra and panties were her only clothes. Unknowingly as if hypnotized Mirai Trunks couldn't help but stare. He noticed that the rain soaked bra was still wet leaving little to the imagination underneath. Noticing his gaze Lita retrieved the fallen covers, "You don't trust me. And I don't blame you for it. There's no need for you to apologize either cause for all I know I could in fact be a pawn of Terra's. There is the possibility that I'm her trump card if her main plan fails." Lita's gaze fell to her hands that were in her lap, "Don't take pity on me."

Mirai Trunks for once had nothing comforting to tell her, he just wondered if she really was Terra's pawn and he tried to protect her. What should I do? What should I say?

Lita leaned forward and kissed Mirai Trunks on the cheek briefly immediately making him blush. She pulled away, "Well we should get some sleep… Good night Mirai Trunks and farewell." Lita lay back down in the position he found her in, drawing the covers up.

Her lips were so cold… A chill ran up his spine at the thought as if there were some foreboding incident yet to take place. Mirai Trunks tried to shake off the feeling of dread that he might not ever see her again. There's a good chance none of us will survive this… Mirai Trunks took off his shoes and jacket, turned off the lights and proceeded to go to bed hoping by some miracle that they all will make it through tomorrow.

Further down the hall two very much in love individuals went to bed in a loving embrace. Gohan had trouble falling asleep, wishing that they could remain this way, together despite the evil that lurked. He kissed Videl on the forehead feeling his eyelids grow heavy with sleep.

Finally, some kind of light on the trauma of my life, but I'm sure that me and Seventeen would rather die then join Gero's cause. She was there…she saw me. I wish I could remember something, anything… Eighteen looked over her family feeling somewhat envious of their ability to sleep and not have to stay awake every day like some machine. Eighteen turned her attention to the ceiling, laying there wishing that she could regain the humanity that she lost years ago.

Goku lay awake as Trunks and Goten were fast asleep in the most unusual positions on the bed. For once he felt lost. The constant thought that would cross his mind was that of not being with Chi-Chi countless times. The feelings of regret and anger took hold of him. Regret for not being there for her, especially when she needed him most, anger for the one responsible for her death. He knew he shouldn't but he couldn't help but associate Lita to everything. He was so anxious to interrogate her, but he had to at least get some sleep before the unknown events of tomorrow take place. Goku pushed his thoughts to the recesses of his mind and forced himself to fall asleep.