| Honor, Pride, and Duty Chapter 6: A Death |
| Author: Selenity Jade Rating: NC-17 Disclaimer: Don’t own, wish I did, and dream I do, but otherwise, I’m SOL. *Sigh* |
| Buruma stretched happily and curled into the covers. When she realized she was alone, she sat up, and sighed in disappointment. She then padded softly over to the bathroom, showering quickly and then getting dressed. She emerged from her capsule house into the early morning light, wearing a tight pair of jeans and a white tank top. She smiled warmly at Radditzu, who approached her as soon as she appeared. He nodded politely. "Vejiita-sama will return momentarily. He took Kakarotto out to spar, Buruma-sama." She blinked. "What did you just call me?" "Although Vejiita will be leaving you here, you are his mate now, and therefore the Princess. You bear his mark." "Oh," she uttered dumbly. "Vejiita-sama asked me to make sure you ate this morning before we leave." She nodded and followed the warrior. 'A Princess?' ~~~ After she ate, Buruma packed up her capsule house and sat beside the silent Saiyajin who was ordered to watch over her. Suddenly, a loud ringing sounded, startling the warrior next to her. "What the hell?" She giggled. "Don't worry, Radditzu," she told him, digging into her pack and pulling out her small cell phone. "It's a cell phone. A communication device." He nodded and closed his eyes again while Buruma answered it. "Hello?" "Buruma?" "Rumi? What's wrong?" "Thank Kami I got a hold of you." "What is it?" she demanded worriedly. "It's your father, Buruma," he told her sadly. "My father? What's wrong with Dad?" she asked, standing up, and surprising Radditzu again. "He's gone, Buruma. Last night in his sleep," he relayed sadly. "Gone?" she repeated, sitting on the ground suddenly. "I'm sorry, angel." "How's Mom?" she asked softly, ignoring the curiosity of her companion. "She had to be sedated and is resting now." "Thanks, Rumi. I'll be home tonight. I made a promise I must keep first." "Okay, Buruma. If you need anything, you know how to reach me, even if it's a shoulder to cry on." "Thanks, Rumi." "Buruma, you know how I feel about you. I've been after you for years. Take care of yourself." "I will. Bye." "Bye, angel." She hung up the phone and stared at the ground. "I'm going for a walk, Radditzu," she murmured to the silent Saiyajin and stood up, walking towards the forest. "I'm sorry about your father, Buruma-sama." She nodded absently and disappeared into the trees. Radditzu stared after her for a few moments before his scouter beeped. "Radditzu, here," he answered. "Radditzu, where's the Onna?" Blinking, Radditzu's brow furrowed. "Sire?" "Just answer me!" he roared. "She took a walk, Sire. She received news of her father's death. She's upset." Radditzu paused. "You felt her grief, didn't you? You *have* bonded." He heard a faint snort. "We're returning," Vejiita snapped gruffly, and the scouter went dead. Radditzu stared at the forest again for a long silent moment before smiling. "Wonderful," he muttered and returned his meditations. ~~~ Buruma was sitting beside a small creek when Vejiita found her. It wasn't difficult, just follow the sharp grief and pain, and he was led right to her. He watched her silently before he floated down to land in front of her. She didn't react to his presence, and Vejiita frowned. Kneeling in front of her, he lifted her chin with a gloved finger, forcing her to look at him. She blinked through her tears and her blue eyes focused on his onyx ones. "Stupid Onna, any enemy could have snuck up on you in this state," he chided gently. "Sorry," she murmured, looking away from him. Vejiita scowled, and removed his gloves and armor. He then grasped her face with both hands, forcing her to look at him. Nipping her nose softly, and then he captured her lips with his own. He could taste her salty tears as he kissed her. She responded after a short hesitation with a ferocity that shocked him. She pulled feverishly at his clothing, soon riding him of them and her own soon followed. She whimpered low in her throat as he caressed her naked form, and he pulled away from the kiss in concern. "Onna?" She reached up and pulled him onto her passionately, tears falling freely now. "Just take me, please," she whispered against his throat. He nodded, positioning himself, and entered her roughly. She screamed and arched against him, pulling at him, attempting to meld them. He thrust into her slowly and powerfully, and gently embraced her mind with his. She sighed softly and he could feel her relaxing beneath him. He purred softly as he thrust into her, caressing her mind with each thrust. He picked up her memories of her father and her childhood through their connection, gasping sharply as his own memory of his father's death surfaced for her to see. She moaned and clutched him closer, continuing to relax under him and allowing his movements to rock them. His purring grew louder and he gasped in surprise when he erupted within her, her orgasm following after. He purred softly as he lay on her, panting slightly. He then nuzzled her neck, finding the bite mark from last night. He licked it once before clamping his teeth onto her supple flesh once more, her blood filling his mouth. His eyes snapped open as she bit him also, breaking the skin. She lapped hungrily at him, causing a shudder to course through him and his tail whipped behind him violently. He collapsed beside her, and pulled her to his chest. He closed his eyes and inhaled the faint scent of her hair. He blinked in surprise when he detected a slight change in her natural scent, smiling faintly as he realized the cause. His mate was pregnant. He embraced her protectively and caressed her mind. ::Feel better, Onna?:: She started violently in confusion. ::Hush, Onna. It's an effect of the bond and the Saiyajin's latent telepathic abilities.:: She snuggled into his muscular chest. "Thank you," she whispered. He looked into the sky and sighed. "We must go, Buruma." She nodded and disengaged herself from his embracing, dressing quickly. When she had finished, she turned to find Vejiita pulling on his gloves. "Vejiita?" "Hn?" "You'll be careful when you leave, won't you?" she asked softly. He glanced at her. "Of course. The Saiyajin no Ouji does not die easily." "Good. I don't want to have to wonder if you're still alive somewhere out there or not." He sighed. "You'll feel it if I die, idiot." She blinked. "What?" "Close your eyes," he ordered, walking over to her. "Now, feel. Feel inside with your mind. You'll notice I'm there now." Her eyes snapped open. "You are there!" He snorted. "Of course. That is the bond. If I die, you'll know immediately." She nodded. "I can feel what you feel," she murmured. "I know." "You feel so much more than you show." He rolled his eyes. "Of course. Sighing, she looked away. "You're so angry and dark." He grunted and grasped her hand, leading her back to camp. "I know. You're a swirl of everything. Light, dark, anger, happiness." "I saw you as a child while we were-" "I know. I saw your memories of your father and it called up the only memories I have of mine." She nodded. "You didn't grieve when that monster killed your father. You were angry." He grunted. "I would have taken the throne by killing my father. My heritage was stolen from me. Of course I was angry." "That's horrible..." "Maybe, but that is Saiyajin. You humans are soft. We are not." She nodded thoughtfully as they exited the woods, emerging in front of the camp. Radditzu, Nappa, and Goku waited patiently beside one of the large craters. He released her hand immediately and crossed his arms, his tail swaying lazily behind him. Goku smiled happily, rushed up, and threw his arms around her. "Buruma-san, Vejiita-san and I sparred this morning." "Yes, I know, Son-kun. Are you ready to go?" The young man nodded. "Yep." Pausing thoughtfully, he cocked his head at her. "What's wrong?" She smiled reassuringly at the young man. "My father died this morning." He gasped and hugged her tightly. "I remember when Grandpa died. I was really sad." Buruma suddenly felt Vejiita's anger enter her mind violently. She blinked and glanced at him. Now that he had pointed it out, it took no effort to feel exactly what he did. And right then, he was very angry, jealous, and possessive. She blinked again and sent reassurance down their bond. He pushed it violently away and Buruma had to glance at him. He looked as calm as he ever did. She sighed. "Buruma-san? You smell different. Like Vejiita, but something else." She blinked. "I don't know what you-" she cut off as Vejiita growled. "Brat, she's pregnant. That's why she smells different," Radditzu explained quickly. "But she smelled fine yesterday." "She probably conceived last night or early this morning, kid." Buruma glanced at Vejiita in surprise. He nodded without looking at her. She smiled and released the younger man. "Let's go to Kame-sennin's." "Okay!" "Radditzu, Nappa, stay here and prepare for our departure," Vejiita ordered, then picked Buruma up gently, leaping into the sky, closely followed by Goku. "Vejiita?" she asked. "Yes, Onna, you're pregnant." "How long have you known?" "Slightly longer than you." "Oh." "This doesn't change anything, Onna. I must leave." "I know." "Only grant me something?" "What?" "Allow our son to be a warrior and to be trained as such." She nodded. "Fine, but what if it's a girl?" "It isn't." "How can you be so sure?" "I just know, Onna." She muttered a curse under her breath. "Vejiita, there's no need to be jealous of Son-kun." He growled. "I don't like him touching you. And stop calling him that ridiculous name. His name is Kakarotto." She laughed. "Vejiita, he knows his name is Son Goku now. Not Kakarotto." He grumbled. "He is Saiyajin." She sighed. "Maybe, but he was raised as human," she whispered. "I miss my father." He tightened his arms around her and nipped her neck. "Maybe it's for the best, Onna. I saw your memories and he couldn't leave his bed after the accident. In the Other World, maybe he'll be free." She blinked back tears. "You're right. Maybe it is for the best." He glanced down over the sea. "Is this it?" She looked down and nodded. He landed silently, Goku following them. The door to the small house opened to reveal a young girl around fifteen or sixteen years old who paused and looked at them menacingly. Vejiita snickered. "Who are you?" she demanded. Buruma smiled and walked towards the girl. "I'm here to see Kamesennin," she told the young woman. "Why?" the dark-haired girl asked suspiciously. Buruma glared. "Just get the old man out her and you'll see." Nodding finally, the girl disappeared into the house, emerging moments later with the old man. "Ah, Buruma, how nice to see you again. I see you've brought guests." Buruma nodded. She motioned to Vejiita. "This is Vejiita no Ouji of the Saiyajin, and this young man is Son Goku." Kame-sennin blinked. "You are Gohan's grandson?" The boy nodded. "Finally!" the old man exclaimed. "I had been looking for you forever, boy. I am your grandfather's teacher." Goku nodded. "Buruma-san told me." "I see. Well, this young lady is the daughter of another former pupil of mine, the Ox King. Her name is Chichi." "Nice to meet you, Chichi," Goku greeted politely. The girl blushed. Buruma smiled softly. Kame-sennin eyed Buruma appreciatively. "Well, young lady, a deal is a deal. The ball is yours. Follow me," he ordered, leading the way into the house. Buruma moved to follow, stopping as Vejiita set a hand on her shoulder. "I'm coming with you." She nodded and the two of them followed the old master into the house, leaving Chichi and Goku alone. The old warrior led them into this living room and told them to wait while he retrieved the ball. "Onna, what is this object?" Vejiita asked. "It's called a dragonball. A mystical object that is said to grants one with to the one that gathers all seven balls and summons Shenlong." "Really?" he asked, interested. His mind began to whirl with the possibilities. "Vejiita, don't even think about it. Bond or no bond, I'll not allow you to use the dragonballs for evil." He laughed. "Onna, I'd only use the wish for immortality." "Why?" "So I could destroy Furiza." "But after that? What would you do?" "Rule the universe forever." |