Dragon Ball/Z/GT Fan Fiction ❯ Eternal Triangle ❯ Chapter four ( Chapter 4 )

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Chapter Four

 

As the voice echoed behind me calling my name in such a familiar way, I found myself becoming drawn into flashing images from my childhood, images which I never wanted to think about again.

 

Swallowing hard and biting back the fear which was beginning to well up inside of me I turned around only to come face to face with Yamcha my fathers lover; I looked to his either side in an attempt to locate my father whereabouts relieved somewhat when he was nowhere in the vicinity.

 

“Your fathers not here at the moment” Yamcha spoke as he smiled obviously enjoying my uneasiness as my eyes searched the hall.

 

Bringing my eyes back to him in an attempt at acting bold I questioned him “Why are you here”, making sure that I narrowed my eyes at the man who had brought me so much pain in my youth.

 

“Well we did originally come here to initiate a trade agreement, however we also want to find out how the Saiyan monkey's got the capsule technology, however after seeing you here I see you are no doubt that reason” he spoke as he began to circle me; stopping behind me, he moved a stray lock of hair from my neck before placing a kiss upon my shoulder then said in a voice that was smooth yet held so much distaste “you will be punished, you do know that”; then he was gone.

 

I thought I was going to throw up, just remembering the thought of his lips let alone his hands upon me made my very skin crawl.

 

I must have been visibly shaking as when I looked around the room noticed both Bardock and Cyan looking at me; although Cyan's face held a look of confusion, Bardock's was one of knowing concern.

 

Swallowing hard and trying to bite back the tears which threatened to burst forth I had to leave the room for everything was beginning to close in around me, the music and the voices of the guests were like thunderous tunes playing in my head so I did the only thing I could before I fell into complete despair I ran from the ball.

 

I had nearly made it back to my chambers when I felt a hand upon my shoulder; spinning around I came face to face with Bardock. No longer able to hold back my tears I threw myself into the older Saiyan's arms and cried with all of my heart and soul until I could no longer stand under the weight of my own legs.

 

Bardock scooped me up into his arms and carried me into my chambers setting me down upon my bed and began to sooth my pain and anguish by stroking my hair, much like I remember my mother doing as a young child before she had passed away.

 

“Tell me, what has befallen you so” he questioned in a gentle yet knowing tone.

 

Looking into his eyes I knew he would be the one person who I could endeavour to trust as he was already aware of my connection to Yamcha; “Yamcha and my father are here…” I stated.

 

“Yes, I am sorry that I did not inform you earlier; but I only found out myself this evening” Bardock informed me while apologising at the same time for not being able to forewarn me.

 

“But did you also know that they know you have obtained the capsule technology” I informed him, watching as the expression on his face changed from deep concern to anger.

 

“How do they know we have it, did Yamcha tell you” Bardock asked me.

 

“Yes he did… but Yamcha has deduced that it was I that has provided your people with the technology and… and he has promised repercussions for my supposed actions of treachery” I finished, watching as he rose from my bed and began to pace my room.

 

“I must speak to the king, he must know of this” Bardock informed me as he made his way to the doors.

 

I bolted from the bed and ran to him latching onto his arm in an attempt to keep him within my room “please, you must not say anything, I will deal with this, it is my problem not yours” I pleaded.

 

Bardock turned to me and cupped my face in his hands “it was I that stole the technology, it is my problem, a Saiyan problem and Vegeta must know” he whispered, looking deep into my eyes.

 

“No Bardock, if word gets out that you stole the technology then it will bring shame upon your people, please just give me time to deal with Yamcha and my father before you do anything, please I'm begging you” I implored, as Bardock pulled me into a tight embrace and kissed the top of my head.

 

“I will give you what you ask, but if any harm befalls you I will intervene, that is not negotiable” Bardock told me before releasing me from his embrace and exiting my room, leaving me to my own troubled thoughts of how I was going to deal with the situation.

 

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It had been a whole day since the ball and I had not left my room, so worried was I at running into my father and Yamcha that I had been too much of a coward though I knew I had to face them at some point.

 

Today I would have to leave as I still had to teach Chi Chi and I knew that I would not be able to get out of it, I had been given a whole week off and now it was time to return to my duties after all I was still technically a servant.

 

I dressed in my work clothes that I had purchased on my trip to the capital with Chi Chi; donning a blue suit I pinned my hair into a simple bun, I left my room without eating my breakfast as my worry ever since the ball had unnerved me to the point where I just could not stomach food.

 

I exited my room and knocked upon Chi Chi's door, I found it unusual that she had not been in to see me since the night of the ball; however upon the sight I saw when her door opened I guessed why.

 

Before me stood a very naked and blushing Kakkarot, with a pillow which was held in place by his tail, covering his modesty. I endeavoured to keep my eyes above his waist which was extremely difficult as his body was built like that of a god.

 

Chi Chi ran up behind him in a small robe and pulled him back into the room then stepped into the hall where I was standing and closed the door over behind her.

 

“Oh Bulma, isn't it wonderful, Kakkarot and I are mated, it happened the night after the ball and Vegeta has given us two weeks off to you know spend some time together” Chi Chi informed me blushing profusely.

 

I was shocked to say the least but at the same time not surprised, I knew it would only be a matter of time until they became mates; I congratulated Chi Chi by hugging her and wishing her strong warrior offspring which was the traditional wording for such an occasion.

 

“Well then seeing as you are on your honeymoon I shall see you in two weeks” I stated, watching her slight confusion at my choice of word `honeymoon'. I explained to her that it was an earth custom where after two people joined they spent quality time together exploring their love.

 

Chi Chi grinned at me and blurted “we are certainly doing that” bringing not only a small blush to her cheeks but my own as well.

 

Smiling and shaking my head I bid my pupil good day and left her to her um honeymoon…

 

I decided that I should go speak to Cyan and ask what I should do with myself over for the next two weeks. I walked along the halls until I came to Cyan's personal parlour, as I approached the guards opened the doors for me and I entered to find Cyan sitting with Vegeta and Bardock deep in conversation.

 

“Oh please I am sorry if I interrupted” I begged, turning to leave.

 

“Woman, get in here” Vegeta's voice boomed across the room, stopping me dead in my tracks.

 

I turned and made my way over to the three of them, Bardock rose and offered me his seat, which I took, thanking him nervously as I did so.

 

“Woman, what do you know of these Capsule Corporation humans” Vegeta questioned.

 

His question startled me at first and I looked to Bardock for guidance, he smiled and nodded at me as if silently telling me that he had said nothing of either my connection with them or what had occurred at the ball that was for me to do.

 

Biting my bottom lip I found that it would do no good to lie, for it would come out eventually “My father is professor Briefs the founder of Capsule Corps your majesty” I stated watching his face for any sign of emotion to which there was none.

 

“Then you can aid us by acting as liaison while they are here, I'll be fucked if I can bother with this shit, I have better things to do like train” Vegeta hissed, his obvious dislike of my father and Yamcha blatantly clear, though his face still remained stoic.

 

“I can't” I almost screamed in abject horror

 

Vegeta leapt from his seat, his face beginning to twist into one of anger “Why the fuck not, I do after all employ you” he spat, his eyes boring into me making me shrink back with fear.

 

“Vegeta control yourself” Cyan demanded, “Bulma please why can't you do this for us, you would really be helping us a lot” she finished looking at me with imploring eyes.

 

“My father is a cruel and hateful man, he murdered my mother when I was six years old, saying that it was an accident, but I knew he was lying, within a month he had taken Yamcha as his lover and then….then that's when the violence started” I began the tears beginning to well within my eyes threatening to spill; “as I grew so did his hatred for me and he disowned me” I finished the tears no longer held captive, but falling in a steady stream down my face.

 

There was silence in the room for what seemed like forever before I felt the gentle hand of the queen squeezing mine, her eyes betraying her sorrow for me “Bulma I am so sorry I had no idea, of course you do not have to have anything to do with them while they are here” she stated looking to her son and daring him to say otherwise.

 

“No Cyan, I think… I think I should do this or they will haunt me forever” I whispered, knowing full well that if I didn't they would just find me any way; why not confront them with the full backing of the Saiyan's.

 

“Good then its settled, you and I will meet them this afternoon at 1200 hours in the throne room” Vegeta stated as a matter of fact before turning and storming out of the room.

 

After Vegeta made his grand exit, Cyan and Bardock explained to me what would be expected of me as liaison to my estranged father while he was planet side. We also discussed the matter of Chi Chi being unavailable to study for the next two weeks; where it was decided that between working as liaison I could work with Bardock in the labs.

 

It was almost midday when I left Cyan, Bardock had gone to carry out his regular duties and I had stayed behind and had brunch with the queen though I ate very little.

 

Running along the halls to the throne room I came skidding to a halt when I crashed head first into Vegeta who was making his own way there; knocking me on my behind in the process.

 

I quickly rose to my feet rubbing my now very sore bottom while listening to the king gripe on about stupid baka women and so forth.

 

We entered the room to find my father and Yamcha already there waiting; my father looked at me menacingly with a promise of pain for what he had deemed my betrayal by giving the Saiyan's the capsule technology.

 

We all sat around the council table in the small room which adjoined the main throne room and began our meeting.

 

My father started by saying that he wished to create a trade agreement with the Saiyan's to exchange technology and so forth for certain minerals which were natural to Vegetasie; I found it quite amusing how my father let his lies roll off his tongue so easily.

 

He requested a guide around the science wings of the palace and a chance to speak to the technicians; which Vegeta granted, expressing that I would be their guide; although my father was not happy at finding out that I would be their liaison, he agreed with the Saiyan king all the same.

 

Vegeta arranged for me to guide them the next day as the labs were not ready for viewing at present to which I nodded my head in acknowledgement.

 

Once the meeting was over which lasted a little over two hours both my father and Yamcha left with frowns firmly placed upon their faces; this left me alone with a very irate Vegeta; I began to feel nervous not only by his obvious mood, but also by being so close to him.

 

Although I had sworn to myself that I would feel nothing for this man; after what had occurred at the ball I found I was unable to comply with my own admonition, every time he glanced my way I felt myself becoming more self-conscious and flushed.

 

Vegeta must have noticed the effect he was having on me as he came and stood behind my chair and placed his hands upon my shoulders, which made me stiffen and hold my breath.

 

“Why are you so nervous around me woman, I know my presence must be overwhelming but get a grip on yourself” he scolded me in what I assumed was his attempt at light humour; while his fingers gently massaged my shoulders and neck making me release the breath I was holding with a moan.

 

I widened my eyes in shock as the moan escaped my lips, which made my face feel like it was on fire as my blood rushed to my face in complete embarrassment.

 

I heard Vegeta laugh quietly as he moved his hands to rest just above my breasts, and his face towards my neck where I felt his hot breath caressing the sensitive area just below my ear; and I found myself moving back into his embrace.

 

The next minute Vegeta removed himself from my person and moved to the other side of the table, the reason becoming apparent when the door opened and Iona entered, or should I say glided into the room.

 

“My lord, I request your company I am so bored with nothing to occupy my mind I thought we may ride together” he drawled at him in an effort to goad him into compliance.

 

“Of course my dear” Vegeta replied without a hint of emotion to which I found myself glad off.

 

Iona's attention was then drawn to me as I sat quietly watching the two converse “Who is this person my lord” I heard her question, her face one of snobbery and detest.

 

“Oh she is nothing but a servant she teaches and works in the science division” Vegeta answered waving his hand at me and telling me I was dismissed, his face almost matched hers.

 

Rising from my seat I bowed and bid them good day through clenched teeth and stormed from the room, who was I kidding, there I was acting the willing whore and Vegeta was obviously taking advantage of my practically throwing myself at him, well no more I scolded my self, though deep down I knew that I would be putty in his hands if I was in the same situation again.

 

I made my way to the labs stomping with every step until my feet tingled with pain; upon entering I saw Bardock with several other scientists encapsulating various technologies, obviously they were removing things that they did not want my father seeing.

 

Bardock nodded to me in greeting and I smiled back, somehow he always made me forget my troubles, he always came across as a father figure, I often wished that if I could have chosen my parents he would definitely have been in the top running of being my father; no wonder Kakkarot was always so happy.

 

Bardock took his usual seat at his computer and began his arduous task of drawing up an inventory so that we could keep track of all the items ensuring that none went missing, if there was one thing that you learned as an inventor and scientist it was that you ensured that you kept an up to date record of everything as there was always someone who would try to take advantage of swiping something given half the chance.

 

I endeavoured to aid the other scientists in encapsulating some of the larger weapons especially the ones like the ki cannons and the quantum shielding which had still yet to be tested; within about four hours tops we had everything encapsulated and in a locked vault within a hidden secure chamber of the science wing.

 

Being as it was still quite early in the evening and no one was in a hurry to go home Bardock and the other scientists invited me to join them in going to get dinner which they were having in the large mess hall which the soldiers used as apparently it served the best food, and it would also give me a chance to get to know the other scientists.

 

We arrived at the mess hall within about twenty minutes, it was strange being in this part of the palace as it was a far cry from where the royals and myself resided. The barracks were split into several sections the elites had the larger and more splendid looking barracks, then there was the first class barracks which were slightly smaller and less elaborate lastly there were the second and third class barracks which looked more like run down log cabins yet still held a quaintness about them which I liked.

 

The mess hall was just past the training arenas and the kings own private training room which as we passed I noticed was in use; stopping only briefly I peered in, my jaw dropping with what I saw. The king was floating in the middle of the room in just a small pair of tightly fitting shorts which left very little to the imagination and wow was his body ripped in all the right places; he was sparing with several warriors and pounding them each into the ground with such ease.

 

A small cough from Bardock brought me out of my drooling and blushing I hurried after my party and on to the mess hall. Sitting down with Bardock and the other scientists I began to get to know the people I was working with on a personal level. There was Drago who was a saiyan scientist like Bardock, he was fairly young and handsome; he was built like Bardock except his hair was a dark brown and went halfway down his back, he was a widower with two young daughters who were residing with his parents in the capital while he worked at the palace, although he saw them every other weekend, I could tell that he missed them terribly.

 

Then there was Boka and Berka who were twins from a trading planet called Orme they were a cat like race of people, large ears protruding from the top of their heads and small whiskers they were both covered in fur which was a light blue in colour and looked very soft I was often tempted to touch it but protocol made me refrain.

 

Lastly there was Chokata she was the only woman I had seen while working at the labs she too was Saiyan with long black hair which she tied back at all times and was extremely attractive; she was due to be mated to Bardock's brother Turles whom I had yet to meet as he was on a three year deep space mission with his troops aiding in the construction of a new training base in the outer most quadrant of the Saiyan empire.

 

We all enjoyed our meal whilst getting to know each other and soon we were all laughing so loud that we attracted the attention of several of the elite warriors who gave us disgusted looks however we took no notice and carried on as if they weren't even there.

 

After dinner which was followed by a few drinks, I was feeling most happy, I had managed to push all thoughts out of my mind of both my father, Yamcha and even Vegeta

 

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Groaning when I awoke the next morning remembering what my duties today consisted of I buried myself further under my covers, Kami I did not want to rise this day; why did I have to agree to this, oh yeah sure, this will get rid of my demon's, demon's which will haunt me if I don't, what a load of bull.

 

Rising out of my comfy warm bed I padded to the bathroom and undertook my usual routine, all the while thinking about spending the day with my father and his bitch; oh this was just going to be so much fun!, my conscious groaned at me.

 

After dressing and consuming a small amount of fruit and water I made my way to the guest quarters where I had been informed that my father and Yamcha were staying; swallowing hard stood outside the door, my stomach turning as I could hear a series of grunts and groans coming from within.

 

Quickly I turned and moved along the hall until I came to the large window at the end where I remained staring out over the forests below for about ten minutes before making my way back, while shuddering trying to get the mental images which kept trying to invade my mind.

 

Knocking loudly on the door I waited; within mere seconds the door was swung open to reveal the now fully dressed `thank Kami' Yamcha who smiled evilly at me and beckoned me to enter.

 

With much trepidation I stepped into the room, almost have expecting to be attacked for entering their inner sanctum which had happened as a child the first and only time I had entered my fathers room and found him and Yamcha completely naked and doing things that I never ever wanted to think about again; the beating was nothing compared to the mental scars which that scene had left on me.

 

My father entered the main room from the bathroom and looked at me as if I were nothing more than something he wanted to wipe from his shoe “well girl, lets get this charade over with” he hissed at me.

 

Nodding in agreement I led them to the labs explaining briefly what we were working on, mainly I went on about ways of improving the regen tanks, fuel consumptions, better recycling and a few miner weaponry; I told nothing of the more advanced weaponry or battle cruisers that we were working on or about the capsule technology which I had greatly advanced to hold much more complicated constructions.

 

All the while I was talking I knew both my father and Yamcha were only half listening but I continued despite this. Unon entering one of the annex labs I introduced them to Bardock who that had already met once on earth and the Chakata and Boka and Berka who were the only scientist present.

 

I then stayed quiet while they conversed amongst themselves, while I went to the drinks machine and got myself a coffee, something that I had installed after being informed by Vegeta that I could be part of the science division in my spare time, I hated working without the steaming hot liquid which I consumed way too much off, I had even converted Chakata to the stuff and on occasion I had even seen Bardock take the stuff only he placed so much sugar into it, it must have tasted like syrup.

 

After drinking my fill, I returned to the group and led my father and Yamcha to the testing area where we were in the process of testing the new fuel converters, this held my fathers interest, however I could tell Yamcha was bored by his hunched shoulders and his frown.

 

After lunch which was held within the guests dining facilities I escorted them back to their chamber and informed them that I would be at this evenings events which was to be a small gathering much like the ball only less formal.

 

My fathers only reply was to scowl at me and way me from his presence which I was only too happy to comply with; I was glad that things had gone so smoothly, however I knew that it would not last.

 

Making my way back to my own chamber I endeavoured to take a long hot bath and prepare myself for the evening to which I had been instructed to attend by Cyan.

 

Dressing in a long dark blue dress which came down to the floor, with a square cut neckline and long sleeves; I pinned my hair back into a braided twist securing it with a silver clip; I only applied some mascara and lip tint then was ready to go.

 

I made my own way to one of the more smaller banquet rooms, where upon entering I was greeted by Cyan and Bardock who were already there as were my father and Yamcha and several others who I had seen in Iona's party; not wanting to have to engage, I took a small seat in one of the corners.

 

I sat in my shaded corner, well if it could be called a shade in this brilliantly lit apartment; the window drapes half hiding my appearance from view. I looked towards the main doors as they opened and the others entered, the well groomed ladies including Iona and the gentlemen all clad in black armour looking quite a grand collective.

 

I wondered where king Vegeta was, only for him to enter moments later; I am not looking directly at the door yet I can see him clad in his full dress armour with flowing cape and royal crest which hung from his perfectly regal neck.

 

I try my hardest to concentrate on anything but him yet still distinctly hold his figure, involuntarily recalling the last time I had seen him, inside the throne room his hands upon my person in such an intimate way.

 

We had seemed so close until Iona had entered and then he instantly became so distant and now we seemed so estranged. I did not wonder, when without looking at me he took a seat at Iona's side of the room and began to converse with her and some of the others.

 

No sooner had I acknowledged his attention was fully on those he was conversing with I was able to gaze at him unnoticed, my eyes being involuntarily drawn to him and him alone. I held acute pleasure in looking at him such precious and poignant pleasure; pure platinum that it almost was at the point of pain.

 

To look at him gave me a pleasure that was like that of a man perishing of thirst might feel having know that the well he gazed upon was poisoned, yet stoops and drinks divine draughts none the less.

 

It is true when they say beauty is in the eye of the beholder, as my kings olive face, square massive brow, broad jetty eyebrows with deep onyx eyes, strong features, firm grim mouth encompassed with much energy, decision and will were not just handsome to me, he was sheer majestic beauty, a master piece; the heavens must have wept when he was created.

 

I had never intended to fall in love with anyone let alone the arrogant king of the entire Saiyan race, a man who had killed millions, was a ruthless and seasoned warrior of the highest calibre; an often cruel man whose cold emotionless stance sent many running in fear. I fought hard with myself each and every night the nights that I would lie alone in my bed and think of how close we had been and instant before he would push me away with some perverse pleasure; yet now at the first renewed view of him my feelings spontaneously returned ten fold and seeing him with her made my green demon's rise strongly; he made me love him without even knowing it.

 

 

 

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