Dragon Ball/Z/GT Fan Fiction ❯ Trials and Tribulations of Being Royalty ❯ Case Closed ( Chapter 15 )

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A/N: I profusely apologize for how long this chapter took. Being totally honest, I probably could have had this chapter out earlier, but I've been so uninspired. Despite the many great reviews (and I thank all of you for these and please keep it up), a single flame (as well as a past few) has been haunting me. Every time I sit down to work on this fic, I can't help but hear those words echo in my head, making it near impossible to write. So, instead, I've been submerged in my newest fic "Where do I belong?" Plus, I've been working on "Fallen Angel: The Legend." For this fic, I have the rest pretty much planned out, except a few filler chapters and stuff like that, but the spark and inspiration has faded. I looked back at other chapters, re-reading reviews, trying to get it back, and I noticed I promised more chapters during the summer. Funny, but I maybe got five chapters out during the summer. Lol. But I return to school August 21st. So, I'll have half a week before school starts on the Monday, and hopefully I'll speed this up. I apologize once more, I really didn't mean to put off the chapter for a month. Gomen. Anyway, here it is, finally, Chapter fifteen, so Enjoy! And Please Review! I need all the inspiration I can get.

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Chapter 15: Case Closed

"Greetings! Welcome to my kingdom!" King Maou cried out merrily to his guests. Stepping forward, the two kings exchanged a hearty handshake. Taking a glance at the others, King Maou was taken aback to find the extra Saiyan. Raising his brow in surprise, he glanced at King Vegeta. "Another son?"

King Vegeta glanced around until he found the source of his surprise. Clasping a hand on Kakkarrotto's shoulder, he let loose a slight chuckle. "No, this is Kakkarrotto. My son's royal guard, best friend, and one of few Saiyans left."

Kakkarrotto gave a slight blush. The invitation had extended only to the royals, yet he had come as well. He had always thought of King Vegeta and the Prince as his family anyways. Chi-Chi placed a hand on his arm reassuringly. Slipping his arm around her waist, he smiled winningly at her, missing the slight frown that appeared on King Maou's face.

The group moved into the large limousine to head back to the palace. Richard climbed into the front seat and signaled to leave. A pack of squad cars surrounded the limo as they left the airport and headed to the castle. Arriving, the Saiyan teens quickly exited the vehicle. Standing beside the car, they took in the sight.

It was an imposing stone castle, full of turrets, towers, balconies, and other features. It was easily taken from storybooks. The imposing home sat upon a hill, overlooking the city. From their vantagepoint, the teens could see the rolling hills as well as the ocean. The sky was painted with reds and oranges as the sun descended in the sky.

Chi-Chi stood behind the two Saiyans and studied the area as well. It had been a while since she had been there. "It hasn't changed too much." She muttered before following Richard towards her royal home, leaving her Saiyan companions standing by the car.

The two kings exited the vehicle as well, grinning at each other. King Vegeta merely glanced around approvingly. "Quite a place you have here, Maou." King Maou merely smiled at his guest before heading inside, the two Saiyan boys following behind them.

The Saiyans were given a grand tour of the castle by King Maou, finally stopping at their rooms in the West Wing of the castle. "These three rooms are your own." He said as he pointed them out. "My room is at that end of the hall" he said pointing to a pair of large white doors with the Maou royal symbol in gold " and my daughter's room is in the East Wing." He said pointing in its general direction. "You will be called for dinner. I expect you will need to prepare, so I will depart." With these words, he bid farewell and made his way to his room.

King Vegeta glanced at the two teens before disappearing into his own room. Vegeta and Goku merely looked at each other before entering their own rooms to prepare for dinner.

A little later, a meek servant appeared at their doors, announcing that dinner was ready. Leading them to the room, the servant remained silent, focusing on where she was going. Instead, the three Saiyans peered into halls and such through their walk to the dining room. After descending a set of stairs, they recognized that they were now in the main hall. Off to the left, the servant opened a set of dark wooden doors, displaying the room to them.

A long table covered in a snow-white tablecloth sat in the middle of the room. Tall white taper candles in crystal holders lined the center of the dinner table, illuminating the tapestries that lined the stone walls. A few portraits hung on the walls, depicting a dark haired woman, obviously Chi-Chi's mother, and the previous King and Queen. Bundles of fresh flowers were dispersed in various vases around the room, their scent permeating the room.

At the head of the table, King Vegeta was seated wearing a charcoal gray suit. A midnight blue sash hung across his massive frame, the medallion holding the Maou family crest. To his immediate left, Chi-Chi stared at the paintings on the wall, keeping her eyes away from her father. As the Saiyans entered the dining room, the two Royals stood.

"King Vegeta! I'm glad you made your way down here. Please, have a seat." He said gesturing to the seat to his right. King Vegeta seated himself there as requested. Beside him, Prince Vegeta took his seat with Goku across from him and beside Chi-Chi. As they sat down, Goku took his girlfriends hand into his own, flashing her a winning smile.

A small smile played on her face as a long lock of curly ebony hair fell in front of her face. Smoothing the skirt of her deep violet silk sheath dress, she ducked her head from the heated gaze that she could feel coming from her father. She had received those sorts of glares from him every time he saw her and Goku together. This gave her an inky feeling as to what this weekend was about.

Servants filed into the room, bringing about the courses of the meal. Food was piled upon the Saiyans plates, dwarfing even King Maou's larger portions. Silence fell over the room as the five occupants concentrated on their meal.

As the dessert was brought out, conversation began between the two Kings. Sipping her white wine, Chi-Chi blocked out the adult's conversation. Instead, she turned her attention to the hand that was resting on her thigh. Discreetly, she placed her own hand upon the other, tracing small circles upon the palm. Goku looked up from his dessert as he felt the light, yet enticing, sensation play upon his hand. Locking eyes with his girlfriend, a slight smirk appeared on his face before returning to finish his meal.

As everyone finished their meal, King Maou invited King Vegeta to his study for cigars and brandy. Turning his attention to the three teens, he told his daughter to show them around and that he would want to speak to her a little later. Turning, with his ominous message hanging in the air, he exited the room with the other King.

Sighing, Chi-Chi stood, soon followed by the two teenage Saiyans. Crossing through a number of rooms, the three soon came across a set of French doors. As the trio crossed to the outside, Vegeta's cell phone rang. Chi-Chi rose an eyebrow at him as he fumbled for his small phone.

"What do you want?" he asked gruffly.

"Is that any way to talk to your girlfriend Veggie-kun?" a musical voice asked.

Pink tinged the stoic Prince's cheek at her words. Looking up at his hostess, who was stifling her own laugh at his reaction, he silently asked her to be excused. Knowing who the caller was by his blush and questioning eyes, she gestured to the benches. "We'll be in the garden. Just follow the path, or else we will meet you back here."

With a farewell nod, Vegeta immediately turned his attention to the phone, ready to speak to the girlfriend he had left so far away.

Goku slipped his arm around the ebony haired beauty as they entered the garden. Despite the month, flowers were still in bloom, permeating the air with their scent. Silently the two strolled down the cobblestone path. Snuggling into his embrace, Chi-Chi let out a content sigh.

Soon, the couple crossed over a wooden bridge. Sitting on a bench underneath a weeping willow tree by the lake's edge, Goku held his girlfriend tightly. Wrapping his golden brown tail around her thin waist, he gazed up at the stars, thankful for the lack of a moon. The stars above them twinkled against the midnight blue velvet sky that darkened their world.

Tilting Chi-Chi's head up towards him, the two met eyes. Following their eye's example, Goku's firm lips caught Chi-Chi's in a soft kiss. Slowly, it escalated, passion seeping into their actions. Pushing her cherry lips open, his velvet tongue caressed hers erotically. Intertwining, the two focused only upon themselves, ignoring the questions and dangers of being there.

Feeling Chi-Chi shiver, Goku pulled her closer, ending their ardent kiss. Looking down to see what had caused the shiver, he grinned knowingly. The Princess's eyes were half closed, her onyx eyes coated with lust. Her lips were still slightly parted as she gazed at him longingly.

Easily, Goku obliged her unspoken request and lowered his lips to hers again. This time, their kiss was more forceful, each displaying their lust and longing with the other. Goku's arms wrapped around her, his hands tracing circles on her back. His tongue plundering her sweet orifice, pulling moans from deep with in her. Her arms moved around his neck, her fingers gently playing with his thick mane. A deep purr began to resonate from the Saiyan warrior as he savored the taste of his love.

A gruff noise interrupted their moment as Vegeta cleared his throat. Immediately the pair's kiss ended as Chi-Chi buried her head in Goku's neck, hiding the embarrassment that decorated her face. Vegeta merely smirked in their direction and, to his surprise, Goku smirked right back.

Vegeta leaned against the tree, his arms crossed upon his chest as he looked at the glassy surface of the lake. Silence fell upon the three teenagers as the crickets began their symphony. The three absorbed the scenery, silently enjoying their company and their environment.

Their moment of peace was quickly shattered as Richard appeared. Chi-Chi looked up as he approached. All three frowned at his presence and turned their attention back to what held it previously. Chi-Chi merely lowered her head and gently kissed Goku's neck. Goku's tail moved to curl around her thigh, the end contently swishing back and forth as a soft purr began. Chi's nails gently traced his tail, settling with a light stoke on tip, ruffling the fur, then smoothing it back again. With this, Chi-Chi's smile grew as Goku's purr strengthened.

Coughing, Richard gained the attention of the teenagers. His face was a brilliant red at viewing Chi-Chi's ministrations upon Goku. Goku and Chi-Chi glared at him for interrupting their fun. "Y-Your highnesses, King Maou would like to speak with you."

Silently, the three followed the Maou royal guard into the castle, through the labyrinth of stairwells and corridors, finally stopping at a grand set of dark wooden doors. Opening the door, he announced their arrival and allowed them to enter. As Goku moved to follow his friends, Richard caught hold of his arm, pulling him back. Sending an apologetic glance towards Chi-Chi, he shut the door.

Turning to Goku, he moved to explain to the angry teen. "They only want to talk to Chi-Chi and Vegeta, Goku." The two guards stood outside the door, each deep into their own thoughts.

Richard's face was twisted in sympathy and tinged with anger as he regarded his Saiyan companion. `Poor boy. Doesn't even know what's happening . . . and after what I saw in the garden . . . this might just be worse then anyone ever thought.'

Goku was slightly put off that he couldn't join them inside. `I wonder what it's about. Maybe this is why we are here . . . but if that's why, then why the hell am I not in there with them. The invitation didn't exactly mention me, but King Vegeta didn't tell me not to come. Maybe I wasn't supposed to come . . ."

A slight noise startled the Saiyan from his thoughts. Surprisingly, his advanced Saiyan hearing could pick up what was said through the door. Concentrating, Goku moved to listen in on the forbidden meeting.

~~*~ Capsule Corporation ~*~~

Bulma placed a large bowl of popcorn on the table before sitting on the cream leather couch. Curling up, she grabbed the remote and started the movie. As the previews began, she looked down at her cell phone, anticipating her phone call. Juuhachi noticed this action. Moving from her spot with Krillin, she moved to her best friend.

"He'll call soon, Bulma. Don't worry."

"I know, but he seemed kind of bothered. It was like he had this bad feeling, but he tried not to tell me. I could just tell though. I have one too."

"Do they know what it's about yet? You didn't tell us." Yamcha said as he wrapped his arms around Maron.

"Nope. All of them are clueless, but I think he knows more than he would tell me. But he said he'd call me back before he went to sleep." She said as she looked at the phone again.

Juuhachi placed a comforting hand on the blue-haired genius's arm. "Then he'll call. Just watch the movie and try to relax. It can't be too bad. Its probably something small, nothing to worry about at all."

At this, Juunana put his worth in. "How about we just watch the movie for now. It'll take your mind off of this for a while. Lover boy will call later, but for now, lets enjoy the movie."

Nodding, the group turned their attention to the big screen television. As the opening credits to the film began, Bulma attempted to focus solely on it. However, throughout the film, a small portion of her mind couldn't help but dread the unknown that was to come.

~~*~ Maou Castle: The study ~*~~

"Why can't Goku stay, Father?" Chi-Chi asked in a strained voice.

Breaking from his quiet conversation with the Saiyan King, King Maou regarded his daughter coolly. "Because your Goku isn't involved here."

Chi-Chi's temper threatened to go out of control at her father's behavior. Her hands balled at her side as she moved to sit in one of the chairs before her father's grand desk. Setting her mouth in a hard line, she slightly closed her eyes, wishing she could be with Goku rather than here.

"Please have a seat Prince Vegeta. There is much to talk about." King Maou said with a smile, his voice dripping with honey. Glancing at King Vegeta, the two shared a secretive look before King Vegeta nodded to continue.

"The two of you are royalty, members of the most elite social class on this planet. Holding the titles as you do, you possess certain expectations that others know nothing of. Your future is to reign over the people, shaping their lives as well as future generations. However, by the most unfortunate circumstances, Prince Vegeta is unable to do this. His future as a ruler was shattered."

Chi-Chi's face morphed into curiosity and then paled with thought. `Where is he going with this? . . . God . . . No . . ."

"King Vegeta and I have talked and come to a conclusion. In less then two months from now, at the turn of the coming New Year, it has been decided that the two of you shall be married and appointed the next rulers of the Maou Kingdom."

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Again, I apologize about how long it took for this, as well as the chapter. I know it's not as good as some have been. So, if anyone has any inspiration to give, I'd really appreciate it.

Anyway, I always say better late then never. Not only does this apply to my chapter, but to a mailing list. I've started one for each of the other fics and I will start one for this too. I see where people check back and I figure this will help. Just tell me you want to be added in your review or email me. If it's an email, then tell me the title of this story so that you are added to the right list. Just let me know!

And last but not least, I'm shamelessly advertising my own fic. "Where do I belong?" (the fic that I'm wrapped up in, taking time from this fic) has been out for a while now. Its about Gohan (but does incorporate almost every other DBZ character in it). At the age of four, he is thrown into Radditz's space pod, only to take off, and explode before leaving Earth's atmosphere. Goku, Chi-Chi, and the entire Z crew believe he is dead so they must move on in their lives as well as their battles. However, far away, Gohan has lived, rescued by a human family and taken in. With amnesia, Gohan has no knowledge of the truth, so he must grow up possessing physical and mental differences from those around him. He and his family must cope with these attributes as well as a number of tragedies that strike. But, what happens when Gohan's origin is revealed? Can he accept the truth and fight with them to save the world against its strongest and final threat?

I hope some of you guys will check that fic out. I hear a lot of good stuff, and personally, it's my favorite fic I write. Now, please review or email. I need the good stuff to combat the bad stuff. Ja'ne!

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