Dragon Ball/Z/GT Fan Fiction ❯ Crimes of Passion ❯ Getting Ready ( Chapter 11 )

an: Gomen, gomen. I honestly didn't mean to wait this long to get this chapter out. So sorry. I hope you like it, anyways!

disclaimer: I had to write "I am not Akira Toriyama" 100 times to get it through my head that I don't own DBZ!

Chapter 11: Getting Ready

"V-vegeta?" Bulma whispered to the saiyan prince as he strolled to her bed, a trademark scowl on his face. She instinctively hugged the covers closer to her small body.

"Get out of that bed, woman!" he bellowed, making her jump a little. Still, she was frozen in fear. Seeing that she made no move to get up, Vegeta phased in front of her, yanking the blanket from her grip, tossing it to the floor.

Bad idea.

As soon as she was uncovered, her strong scent of arousal from her dream hit Vegeta's senses, nearly bringing him to his knees. Closing his eyes tightly, he fought to gain control of his already reacting body, when he smelled the fine edgings of fear mixed in. No longer able to suppress his natural urges, he pounced of the poor girl.

Before she could scramble up to her feet, she found herself pinned in between the soft mattress and a firm chest. A small whimper escaped her lips as she felt the pressure and warmth within her double. She moved her arms in attempt to push him off, but he expertly caught them and held them above her head with one of his hands. She cried out in surprise, but it was muffled when Vegeta roughly pressed his lips to her own.

She went rigid by his sudden assault, but soon found herself returning the kiss with equal passion and need. Suddenly, he shot his head up, looking deep into her eyes. A low growl escaped his lips.

"Get out," he spoke menacingly, his eyes never leaving hers. She dejectedly tried to rise off the bed, but was held firmly in place. A questioning look came across her features. She opened her mouth to speak but was silenced by his voice.

"Unless you want to be dealt with by me as well as Nappa, I suggest you get your ass back in that bathroom." Bulma heard a door slam to her right and suddenly remembered that Kikiri had been taking a shower. A dark blush rose to her cheeks at the thought of her friend seeing her in such a compromising situation.

Vegeta clenched his eyes shut in frustration. He was just as relieved as he was annoyed at the sudden appearance of Nappa's wench. He'd been interrupted from something he was enjoying immensely, but he at least managed to regain some kind of control. After finally gaining some composure, opened his eyes back to the trembling woman underneath him.

He smirked as she quickly averted her gaze from his eyes. "Get up and get ready for tonight. I expect you to be dressed appropriately before I come back in an hour. You also better be on your best behavior. If you dare embarrass me in front of our guests tonight," he nearly growled, grabbing her chin so she could look into his eyes, "I will make your punishment so severe, you will be in the tanks for a month."

She clenched her eyes shut to try to block out his piercing gaze. She thought she knew that he would never physically hurt her, but looking into those dark eyes of his, she had to doubt herself. She couldn't think about it much, however, as he abruptly let go of her chin and pushed himself off the bed.

A hidden smirk took over his face at the newly regained fear her instilled in her. He didn't know how long it would last, but he was enjoying it all the same. Without another word, he left the room, slamming the door on his way out for effect.

'Oh yeah, I'm going to enjoy this,' he thought sinisterly.

~*~*~

Bulma slowly twisted the knob on the bathroom door. As it crept open, she heard a soft gasp from inside. She looked around for her friend and frowned upon finding her sitting on the edge of the bathtub, her face in her hands.

"I'm sorry about that," Bulma offered. "Vegeta shouldn't have snapped at you like that." Kikiri looked up at her through tear stained eyes.

"It's okay. I deserved it. I should have known better than to come in when I heard you and Vegeta. I just wanted to make sure you were okay." She spoke so softly that Bulma strained to hear her words. She crossed the distance to the tub and put a reassuring hand on her shoulder.

"Kikiri, it's not your fault." She lifted her friends head with her free hand. "Now, lets go get ready for the party tonight, hmm?" Kikiri smiled; a rare occurrence for her. Bulma beamed down at her and took her hand to lead her into the bedroom.

~*~*~

A hour later, both girls were ready and waiting for their escorts to arrive.

"My Kami Bulma, you look gorgeous!" Kikiri exclaimed. Bulma smiled and gave a twirl in her floor length gown. The seamstress had come bearing a blood red satin ball gown and a burgundy and black jacquard corset for herself. She had also brought a long, beautiful black tulle dress for Kikiri. The two girls looked stunning and were sure to steal glances from every male at the event.

"Thank you, but you know, I can honestly say that I don't think Nappa will be thinking about politics tonight." Both girls shared a laugh at that before they were interrupted with the opening of the door.

Vegeta and Nappa entered the room with all the superiority that a saiyan prince and an elite soldier can put out. The atmosphere itself seemed to part for them before they stopped in front of the two beauties. The girls bowed lowly to their masters.

The men were stunned for a split moment before quickly recovering. Their women were dressed to compliment them in devastatingly striking gowns that accentuate their natural beauty. They smirked to each other and motioned for their women to stand.

Vegeta held out his arm for Bulma, which she eagerly took as she looked him over. He looked incredibly handsome in his suit that matched her gown.

"See something you like?" he whispered against her neck. She blush furiously at being caught checking him out. She kept her head down as he led her out the door, followed by Kikiri and Nappa.

an: Hope you guys liked that chapter. I've also decided to start responding to all my reviewers, so keep 'em coming ^.~

reviewer responces:

Maria S. : They are cute, aren't they?! I checked out your fanart and I love 'em! I really like the one with Radditz and Bulma ^.^

angelkb04: Sorry! I had to, I couldn't help it!

Ayaki: Thnaks! Although, I don't know many people who would use wonderful and cliffhanger in the same sentence.

chibi saiyan sarah: Kakarot, eh? That'd be good if I didn't mind being chased by the frying pan wielding harpy…better not then…

Speedy: I do, too!

manga mochi: Of course she'll be there! Don't worry, though. I am proud to be Kikyo-free!

Deserai: Rassum frassum?! Hey, I can whine peskier than you can! *sticks tongue out* I am the queen of pesky whininess!! Um…okay, maybe that was a little weird…

Kate: You got it!