Clash of The Super Saiyans

The spectators filed back in after the testing was declared finished, suprised to see that the fun was just beginning. Two of the testers circled each other, tails bristled and bodies tense. Kakarot wondered how long it would take to prove himself to the arrogant prince; when he would stop being a third class Saiya-jin in Vegeta's eyes?

"This is crazy! Why are they doing this; at first I thought it was because of Usagi, but now I'm not so sure anymore? I think Usagi was just another reason for a battle that was never finished between them."

Usagi knew why Kakarot fought Vegeta, part of it was for herself. "It's tradition, Rei. Honestly, I find it..." Usagi's tail weaved back and forth, "...very exhilerating. I almost don't mind fighting when I watch them."

"Usagi! You're as crazy as they are. Why can't they choose a mate civily?"

A soft smile graced Usagi's face, one of Serenity and acceptance; "because they're not civilized and never will be. You can never tame a wild creature; the wild creature is the Saiya-jin race. They were born to fight and nothing gives them greater honor than to die in battle." Usagi glanced at the fire priestess and smirked, "Don't tell me that you hate Vegeta?"

"Of course I don't hate him, but that doesn't mean I want a husband or what ever you call it here! I'm leaving."

Rei turned towards the exit when Usagi gently but firmly grasped her friend's arm. Her eyes were understanding, yet there was a small hint of silver that had not always been present. "Too leave will dishonor everything you accomplished in the last three days. Not only is it an insult to leave when a challenge has been issued, but the sign of a coward. Please, is Vegeta so bad?"

"No, but..."

"You hate the idea of loosing control..." Usagi was trying to understand why Rei was so against dating or marrying.

"It's not that. When I was a little girl, my mother died and my father wanted nothing to do with me. He said that I would get in the way of his political career. I was forced to choose between a foster home and living in a temple with my grandfather."

"And you think that Vegeta would do the same? He isn't..."

"You still don't understand." Tiredly, Rei sat down next to her friend, no longer watching the battle about to take place. "I never wanted any child of mine to face what I did. My father hated me, not just because of my mother, but because of my psychic abilites that he couldn't understand. At the time, all I could predict were scary things."

"Did you see your mother's death?"

"Not physically, but I know how she died."

"Vegeta loves you Rei."

"I know, but what about..."

Usagi touched her friends cheek and gave a smile that melted any and all doubts; "Trust the Saiya-jin race. They may be a bunch of savages, but when it comes to family and honor, they will never abandon their children or mate. He doesn't say it, but I think he misses his son and daughter."

"Geta is different than anyone I've ever met before, but I can't help but feel that their are memories that haunt him."

"He has a dark and painful past, Rei."

"I'm scared Usagi." Usagi held her friend, knowing only Vegeta could help her at this point.

King Vegeta walked between Kakarot and Prince Vegeta, stared both in the eyes and nodded. He felt that his future son was far more powerful than he could or would ever be in his entire life. Prince Vegeta was the only one strong enough to challenge Kakarot and after watching them during the trials; Kakarot was about to show a side that had been dormant nearly all of his life. "You know the rules?"

Kakarot growled, "Win and I'll get Usagi."

Prince Vegeta smirked, "If he looses, the decision is mine to make."

"Then commence the challenge."

"One question; how much power are you willing to use, Vegeta?"

"How long are we stuck here?"

"Twelve years or more."

"I'm not holding back! History is going to change regardless; besides we have no indications that we can get back to our original time line now anyway! Kakarot, we're now in a place where no one will be afraid of our power, but respect it. For the first time, let's give it everything we have and finally see who's the strongest fighter in the universe. Will we remain dead locked for the rest of our lives?"

Kakarot and Vegeta readied themselves, their fighting stance perfect. The Arena was deathly silent, all eyes rivoted on the statue like fighters. No one would ever witness another pair like them, they were watching the battle of the millenium.

The ground seemed to shatter, even Haruka had to respect the cracking of the planet as Kakarot and Vegeta clashed together. A sonic blast ripped the staduim in half and throwing the spectators against broken walls or pillars. Usagi and Rei were on their feet, their hands clasped tightly together as they watched in opened mouthed awe.

Any compassion, any human traits that Kakarot had adopted while living on Earth, had completely vanished. His teeth were pulled back in a savage snarl, his tail a weapon as it lashed across Vegeta's face. It was impossible to see who was hitting who, their images a blur as they phased in an out of the crowds view.

Clouds formed in the sky, electricty sparked around Kakarot and Vegeta; the Saiya-jin race knew real fear and power as the two fighters continued to battle. King Vegeta finally understood why the two future Saiya-jins were fearless of Frieza, but wondered what enemies they had fought to make them so powerful. There were moments that he thought Vegeta and Kakarot were enemies, yet friends at the same time.

Pluto, watching the time gates, gasped in terrified shock. "No. They're idiots!"

"What's wrong?"

Everyone had come running when they heard Pluto's shout of distress, but froze at the sight of Vegeta and Kakarot fighting. "Wow; is that my father?" Bra asked.

Trunks beamed with pride, "That's him kiddo. He's going to win."

Goten scowled; "Dad never looses!"

"Neither will win."

All attention was directed towards Gohan, his expression neutral. "They've been dead even for over half a century. Pride and honor will allow nothing else."

"Kakarot was raised as a human, wasn't he?" Mamoru asked.

Gohan sighed, "He was, but he is and has always been a Saiya-jin at heart. He hated the idea of loosing a fight and would train to become stronger."

"Were our fathers classified yet?"

"Not until after the challenge?"

The crowd didn't know who they wanted to win. Both Saiya-jins displayed power, strength, honor and pride. They were everything that the saiya-jin race was born to be but few had the ability to achieve. Breaking apart, Kakarot and Vegeta attacked, fists flying, feet kicking and ki blasts aimed to hurt. Hotaru and Usagi were widly cheering them on, wanting both to win the fight. Usagi had been torn between her brother and Kakarot, but now she realized that she didn't want either to break the tie that existed between them, making them equals in status. Kakarot existed to stablize the chaos that existed within Vegeta, like Usagi did with her own senshi.

Rei watched Vegeta, wondering if he was what she wanted in her life. Vegeta was handsome, his hair cut appealing. His arms flexed every time he moved and he did seem to care whether she made it to the Arena or not. Vegeta was there to train her when Bardock could have done it; he was patient when others might have given up. "I love him," she whispered.

A brutal kick slammed into Kakarot's jaw, followed by a fist driving into Vegeta's stomach. They fell to the ground, but before they hit, Kakarot and Vegeta flipped and rolled, clashing together again. Lost in a cloud of smoke, the sound of fists could be heard after they had moved to another position in the air or ground.

The crowd roared in approval, some wanting the smaller warrior to win and others Kakarot. Both were in harmony, knowing every move that the other made. So many years of sparring and aggression had passed between them, that even now they could predict every move and technique the other used. Blow-for-blow, punch-for-punch, kick-for-kick and block-for-block; they sychronized and refused to give up. Their power levels continued to escalate, destroying any scouter that was monitoring them. Suddenly, the crowd witnessed two Super Saiya-jins, two legends. They were like a tidal wave against the surf. Would the wave break the surf, or will it hold it's position?

Rei wanted Vegeta to win and Haruka cheered Kakarot. Very seldom did she respect any man, but Kakarot had saved her life. Like his father, he never called her weak and acknowledged her status as a fighter. He even seemed to accept the fact that she had a girlfriend.

"Usagi, you know who's going to win, don't you?" Rei asked.

"Yes."

"Who?" Everyone asked, Bardock and Kalara holding their breaths.

"They're dead even with each other and not giving ground. They could keep on for hours, days or until they knock each other out from exhaustion. They don't just want a mate anymore. For years, they've wanted to be the best and now is their chance to decide. The first time they met, Kakarot won the fight because Vegeta underestimated his rival's power. The second time, Vegeta won because he tricked Kakarot. Now they want to settle the score; no tricks or hatred between them. This is their battle."

They powered up to Super Saiya-jin two then three destorying the Arena around them, and making the crowd watch from the sky and a big distance so they wouldn't get hit by the blows or ki blasts coming from both of them.

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"Well, Vegeta..." Kakarot said. "We can stop at this level or move into our final stage of power."

"We need a full mooon to do that Kakarot and to many Saiya-jins here can't control the transformation. Besides, do you want to squash your mate."

"I thought she wasn't mine unless I defeated you."

"Give me a break! Because of the bond you two accidently created, I would destroy Usagi by keeping you from her. You and I both know that this fight is for our benefit and to please everyone else about stupid traditions. Did you not want an excuse to see who's the best?"

"I did. Despite the peace, I was still restless."

"Do you think I would let you get stronger alone? That's unacceptable. You're my only sparring partner and I refuse to fall behind and allow you the opportunity to experience boredom."

"I haven't been bored since we met. If you hadn't come to Earth, all the fun wouldn't have happened and Frieza would be running the universe still and you wouldn't be free and happy. There's a lot to be thankful for I guess. You made me what I am, as well as I made you what you are."

Vegeta and Kakarot stopped fighting as they faced each other, finally coming to an understanding. "You're right. I hated you for years, for defeating Frieza instead of myself. Now, I know you did it for me, and not to upset me. If you think about it, if we had not had the enemies to train for, we wouldn't be Super Saiya-jin four, nor would we be standing here having this challenge about Usagi being your mate. Vegeta did something he would never do again in his life for anyone else. Slowly, his hand extended out and suprised, Kakarot clasped it and the entire sky flashed a golden ray of light as their powers mingled together and surrounded them and the planet.

"Kakarot, you're the only person I would call a friend and I am asking that you stay by my side, not because I'm your prince, but as my equal and best friend." The two landed on the ground and powered back down to normal and had finally ended the fifty year feud between them. They couldn't beat each other, because they were no longer enemies and didn't have the heart to defeat the other. "Take care of her, or I'm going to take back everything I said. And if you tell anyone, I'll kill you in your sleep."

The crowd wasn't sure what happened, but the Saiya-jins had come to a draw and neither wished to continue it to see who would be the victor. King Vegeta looked at them questionaly, "Why did you stop?"

"There's no way either one of us would win. This fight has been going on for over fifty years, and we finally realized neither of us will ever be able to beat each other, nor should we even try."

Kakarot wasn't paying attention any longer as he moved towards a specific target he'd been wanting for far too long. Circling the one he wanted, he lifted her chin and lowered his mouth to claim what was rightfully his. With a groan, he pulled her waist to rest against him as his tail carressed her leg. Pulling back, he looked at the baby she was holding and then to Haruka and Hotaru. They took the hint and gently pulled Broli from their friend's hands and let Kakarot disappear with Usagi in his grip.

"That's one couple that's not separating anytime soon," Hotaru predicted.

"No, and for once, I'm not to worried about her choice."

"You mean you trust him Haruka," Rei asked.

"With my life. Don't ask me how he managed to gain it either, but I wouldn't want to trade his friendship for anything."

"Kakarot has a way of making friends like that. Ever since I've know him, he's made friends out of his enemies, including Usagi. She wasn't exactly an enemy, but she didn't like him all that much at first either."

"Now that the Arena is over, I think we need to get some rest."

"I don't think so Mars," Vegeta growled grabbing her by the hips and pulling her back against him. His mouth came to rest against her neck as he circled his tail firmly around her waist. "I told you I would be coming for my claim." His mouth was working a small fire on her skin, building it into an inferno and this time she wasn't the one causing it. How could she fight this feeling inside of her, when he's doing moves like this against her neck. His hands had not moved and she found herself wanting him to touch her more and not on the hips. Blushing she tried to pull away, but his fingers tigthened and pulled her closer. "You can't run or hide from me."

"Wouldn't I be disappointing you? You could have anyone you want and you're choosing me."

"Have a problem with that? I've never really had a choice about what I wanted until I let Kakarot make that silly decision on going to the future, but I would have to admit that I'm glad he did. What I want is in my hands."

Turning her around to face him, he combed his fingers through her long, jet black hair and nuzzled her neck. Whispering in her ear to where only she could here, "I'm proud of you and glad that you didn't die out there yesterday."

Rei trembled as a tear slipped down her face and she wrapped her arms around his neck. They were the same height, so for once, he didn't have to look up at someone. "I'm not very familiar on all this, so you're going to have to teach me about what you want."

Vegeta chuckled and picked her up. "I don't think you would pay much attention to my lessons, but I have plenty of patience."

He glanced at Hotaru and nodded once before he flew off with Rei in his arms. "You know, I wouldn't mind a mate now, but I want it to be someone as nice as those two." Haruka gave Hotaru a glare.

"Over my dead body will you be dating anyone."

"Haruka, you know very well, Saiyans don't date. We mate for life."

"I know. I wonder how Selinity's doing with the pregnacy?"

"Well judging from Usagi, she's doing fine."

I think we better find another place to stay for a few days, because the rooms will be occupied. Kalara laughed and said they could come to her place and bring Broli with them. The child seemed perfectly harmless now that Usagi had saved him.

Kakarot had let go of Usagi as soon as they appeared in the room and looked at her for a few moments before slowly walking back up to her. Her hair still had bits of silver in it, but it wasn't snow. 'I'll wonder about that later.' As his hand came to brush her arm, she shivered and looked shyly away from him, but didn't pull away. "Any regrets?"

"No."

There was no rushing either one of them as they explored one another and took the next few days to learn every aspect of each other, and not just mentally, but physically.

Rei was a bit more nervous than Usagi was, because she didn't know how to understand Vegeta. He was so withdrawn into himself and unpredictable. One thing was for sure, he knew what he was doing as he had her doing exactly as he wanted without her realizing it. "Relax," he whispered against her lips.