Strange Happenings At Midnight Carnage
Chapter 4
by Fair Drea




Change in ages because I actually sat and thought about my mistake in the ages for a bit when I was actually on enough sleep to do so! Then again, if you want to make them whatever age you wish just to make things easier on yourself.and of course me.feel free people. I'm way to exhausted to try and make things work out. And a few corrections! Chi Chi and Bulma died a year ago, just to make things a bit easier in the age area. God guys, I'm so screwed up on this. But I guess all that matters is that you like it!! I'm sorry, I don't really pay attention to detail as well as I should. And I know this took forever to update but there is reasons for this. Jen, you know them. Sorry for the delay and here is your chapter. I hope you love it! (P.S. I own nothing!)

Drea and Jen: 24

Goku and Vegeta: 32 and 33

Gohan and Videl: (might appear in the story) 16 and because they're both smart lets just put em in college dorm rooms to get them out of the way for a bit. I know, I'm terrible.

Goten and Trunks: 7 and 10

And everyone else is whatever age you wish him or her to be!! Have fun kids.



Inhaling the scent of lush cherry blossoms, Jen smiled her first real smile since she had awakened that morning. Her heart was still beating erratically from her encounter with Vegeta right before they had left, but the sounds and scents of the serene temple were effectively easing her jittery nerves. Curiously, she cast a sideways glance to the arrogant Sayian walking beside her. His brows were drawn over striking ebony eyes and he had not muttered a word since they had left the apartment. Obviously he was still brooding. 'Good!' Jen thought with a tiny quirk of her full lips. 'Let him be mad. Serves him right for thinking I would just give in without a fight.'

Soft laughter sounded behind her and Jen looked back, yet another smile curing her lips. A ways behind Vegeta and herself, Goku and Drea were walking, their hands entwined and swaying lightly back and forth between them. Goku handed Drea a bright pink blossom and she tucked it behind her ear, a slight blush staining her high cheekbones. Jen shook her head and chuckled softly. Those two had wasted absolutely no time. In a way it was a good thing. With Goku occupying her thoughts, Drea wouldn't be thinking about other things like the past they had left behind, their families and friends. Jen still would. But the difference between the raven-haired siren and her fair-haired sister was that Jen could take it. She could push the emotions away, hide them somewhere to be dealt with at a later time. Drea...she would loose it. The confusion and the sorrow would eat away at her and eventually tear her apart inside. Jen sighed, the sound deep and weary.

'If only Vegeta and I could come to terms with our own feelings as easily.'

The thought had come unbidden to her mind. Unbidden and most certainly uninvited. She wanted nothing to do with the man! She had absolutely no feelings for the arrogant Sayian and she never would.

The sound of fluttering paper caught her attention and Jen looked up to see a large tree standing in front of one of the smaller temple buildings. Scraps of parchment ornamented the large tree, tied tightly to the branches and shuffling in the light afternoon breeze. Suddenly, Jen was struck with an idea. Her mouth turned up at the corners and feral green eyes flared with determination. If she couldn't force her feelings and the pig headed Sayian away..she could at least try wishing them away.

Lengthening her stride, Jen made her way to the small hut, snatched a piece of flimsy parchment from the counter top and scribbled down her wish. She clasped it tightly in her hand, repeating her wish over carefully in her head as she walked slowly to the giant tree.

She stopped before it, eyeing the long branches that hung in front of her. "I wish.." She whispered, holding the parchment between her two hands. Slowly, she raised her hands and the world around her disappeared.

*~*~Flashback~*~*

She ran hard, legs aching as they carried her swiftly across the dark yard. Above, the stars twinkled in their pristine brightness. No cloud marred the midnight blue sky. The beauty of the night meant nothing to Jen as she ran. Scalding tears burned their way over her soft cheeks. Clutched in her hand was the only thing she had left that could make him stay. She stumbled once, her foot catching in the long, satiny fabric of her dark blue gown. Her knees connected with the soft ground and a strangled sob escaped her throat. She was so close! Just a little farther. Pushing herself up she continued on until finally it loomed above her.

Jen approached the large tree, holding out a small piece of parchment between her hands as if it were an offering to the gods. "Please," she pleaded, more tears making their way over her flushed face. "Grant my wish." She closed her eyes and drew a shuddering breath. "I wish-."

"What is it that you wish for brat?"

Jen gasped and whirled around. "Vegeta!"

With an affectionate smirk, the mighty Sayian Prince stepped from the shadows. His white boots and gloves seamed to glow in the starlight but the rest of his body was shrouded in dark colors from his navy spandex to the dark cape billowing around him. The cape was blown back by a sudden gust of wind and Jen caught a glimpse of the armor underneath. Her heart slammed painfully against her ribs. Kame! He was going to war. Jen held in the cry of denial and straightened her shoulders, praying that the night would hide her tears.

Vegeta took a step forward. "What is it that you wish for?" he repeated, his husky voice causing a spark of warmth and yearning to flare up deep within her.

Jen watched him, her hungry gaze devouring every detail of his well- sculpted body. "I.." She paused, noticing the waver in her voice. That would not do. Her Prince wanted her to be strong. She tried again. "I was wishing for your victory."

Vegeta chuckled. "Try again woman. You know full well that we cannot be defeated."

That was the thing though. She didn't know if his army could win this one. Something was dreadfully wrong. The balance of good and evil was off somehow. She had spoken to Mars about what she had felt and the fiery Princess had agreed. The balance had shifted and there was something lurking out there in the universe, watching and waiting for its time to come. This time, when Vegeta went into battle, Jen had a sickening feeling that he would not be coming back.

She turned from Vegeta, once again gazing at the old tree. "I do not know what it is I wish for." She whispered.

He was behind her, his strong hands griping her waist. "Another lie." He turned her to face him, his ebony gaze showing concern. "I will not tolerate lies Jen. Tell me."

Tears collected in her eyes, but she no longer cared. Not moving from his hold, Jen reached out beside her and carefully tied the slip of parchment around a low branch. "I wish that my love would stay here with me."

"Jen." Vegeta muttered. He crushed her slight weight to him. He inhaled her wildly exotic scent, cursing his duty, cursing his own title. "You know I can't do that. My planet, my home needs me Jen. You'll be safe here until I come back." He pulled away and stared down at her beautiful, tear soaked face. She looked doubtful. "I will come back Jen."

Her anguished look ripped at his soul. "But what..what if you don't?" she whispered.

Vegeta raised his hands to her shoulders and gripped them tightly. "I will come back for you and when I do..I promise that I will make you my mate."

"Vegeta." Jen whispered. His lips came down on hers, hard and demanding. Sighing, she leaned into him and surrendered to his bittersweet assault. When kissing was no longer enough to satisfy their hunger for one another Vegeta broke away, taking a deep ragged breath.

"I must go now."

"I know."

"I will come back."

Jen nodded, giving her Prince one last lingering kiss then she watched him go, never taking her eyes from him until his form became one with the surrounding darkness. Feeling cold and alone, Jen sank to her knees, allowing her tears to flow freely. Above her the flimsy parchment she had so carefully tied around the branch came free and fluttered away.

"I will always love you my Prince."

*~*~End Flashback~*~*

"Look at her. It's like she's in a trance or something."

"Jen! Come on Jen Jen. Back to the living."

"I'm surprised she hasn't keeled over yet."

"Vegeta!!"

Jen came to slowly, blinking away the sad image. She was still standing in front of the tree. How long had she been standing there? Surely only a few minutes.

"Jen. Come on! You're really starting to freak me out."

The raven-haired woman turned her head to look at her best friend and sister. Traces of the vision still lingered. It was almost as if the vision refused to be let go, to be forgotten. Her gaze went past Drea and settled on Vegeta. She could still see him as he had looked in her vision. Younger, far more compassionate, black cape billowing around a less muscular form. "You." She whispered, earning a startled glance from Vegeta.

Suddenly hands clamped down on her arms and she was roughly shaken.

"Jen! Snap out of it!" Drea cried, frantic to bring Jen out of the disturbing zombie-like state she had gone into. Green eyes shifted back to her and Drea released a sigh of relief as recognition flashed in their depths.

Jen blinked several times. "Wha..what happened?"

Drea let go of her friend and took a step back, arms crossing over her chest and a slight frown marring her brow. "You tell us. One minute you were fine and the next you just zoned out."

"For how long?" Jen asked, pressing her fingers to her temple where a dull throbbing had started.

"About ten minutes."

"Ten minutes?!"

Drea nodded. "Yeah. What happened to you Jen?"

Jen shook her head, wincing as the pain exploded behind her eyes. "I don't know." Forcing a smile, she quickly added. "Whatever it was it's gone now."

"Are you sure you're okay?" Drea asked skeptically.

"I'm fine." Jen brushed off her friends concern. "Let's get inside. I'm sure Serena and her friends are wondering where we are." She started walking to the larger temple, leaving the others no choice but to follow.

Vegeta lingered behind, his dark eyes fixed on the small scrap of parchment Jen had dropped. Something about it was familiar, but he couldn't put his finger on it.

~I do not know what it is I wish for.~ A voice whispered in the tranquil silence of the temple gardens. The wind picked up, rustling the branches of the cherry blossom trees. With a twitch of his mouth, Vegeta placed a booted foot over the tiny scrap of parchment. He looked around. Seeing no one else around he bent to retrieve the discarded parchment. 'What was she doing with this?' he wondered, turning it over in his hands and squinting to read her small print.

~I must go now.~

~I know.~

~I will come back.~

More words whispered on the dying breeze. He turned quickly but saw no one. Shaking his head at his own foolishness, Vegeta carefully tucked Jen's tiny slip of parchment into his pocket. Maybe one day she would tell him what had really happened to her. Or she'd continue on being the stubborn woman that was fast starting to grow on him.

"Hey Vegeta. Are you coming?"

He turned around and saw Goku waiting for him on the steps to the temple. "Why are you still out here Kakarott?" Vegeta grumbled irritably.

Goku grinned and scratched the back of his head. "There's nothing but a bunch of girls with cats in there! I'm not facing that alone."

Vegeta smirked. "Sounds like the complete opposite of sane." He quipped, following Goku inside.

He was right. The room was filled with women. Eleven in all including a young, pink haired teen. The three older women sat on a long bench along the wall, while the younger scouts sat on the floor around a table stacked with cookies and comic books. Jen and Drea sat on cushions next to a large window that overlooked the back of the temple gardens talking in hushed tones with Serena who sat beside them, idly petting a black cat.

Completely avoiding the curious looks of the other women, Goku and Vegeta crossed the room to where the two female Sayians were.

"Hope we're not interrupting anything." Goku said softly to the trio of women.

Serena looked up and offered him a kind smile. "That's okay. We were just catching up. Please, have a seat." She gestured to the general area around them.

Goku nodded his thanks and sat next to Drea, smiling indulgently and pulling the blond into his lap. Drea's cheeks turned bright red at the display of public affection but pleasure shone in her radiant blue eyes.

Vegeta watched the couple for a moment then turned to Jen, smirking down at the vivacious female.

"Don't even think about it." Jen warned with an icy glare.

Having the smirk effectively wiped from his face, Vegeta sat a safe distance away from Jen and leaned back against the wall, drawing a knee to his chest and loosely wrapping one arm around it.

Across the room a tall woman with long dark hair and eyes that held far too much wisdom cleared her throat and stood, hands clasped in front of her. The room fell silent and all eyes turned to the Time Guardian.

"I suppose everyone would like to know exactly what is going on?"

The younger scouts nodded while the others remained silent, waiting expectantly.

Trista turned to the two Sayian males and smiled. "Goku, Vegeta..I'm glad you chose to join us today. You are just as much a part of this as the rest of us are."

"What?!" Goku yelped.

Vegeta frowned at the older scout. "How is that possible woman? Kakarott and I know our pasts and you people have nothing to do with it."

"That's not entirely true Prince." Trista said. The Scouts and Sayians stared at the woman in confusion, waiting for her to go on. "You see, just as Drea and Jen had their memories of the Moon Kingdom blocked, you had your memories of your time with them blocked as well."

Seeing that the two Sayians were growing angry from the knowledge that their minds were tampered with, she rushed on. "By orders of the Queen I had to do it. Just as these woman had their memories blocked of anything having to deal with their past lives on the moon, so did you two."

Goku stared at the dark haired woman, confusion showing clearly on his face. "But why?" he asked.

"One reason was because King Vegeta requested the Queen to do so if anything should happen to him or the planet Vegeta-sei. He suspected, as several of us did, that something horrible was going to happen. The other reason was because both of you were directly connected to Jen and Drea."

Goku's mouth dropped. "WHAT?!" he repeated.

"This is ridiculous." Vegeta scoffed. "My father would never have asked a woman for anything."

Arching one brow in interest, Trista leveled her cool gaze on the arrogant Sayian. "What is it that you need in order to believe what I say?"

"Proof." Vegeta stated evenly. "And one hell of an explanation."

Trista sighed. Some things never changed. All though the years had hardened him considerably, Vegeta was still the same when it came to getting what he wanted. "As you wish Vegeta." She turned to face Amara and Michelle. "If you two wouldn't mind." She gestured to the floor where the younger Scouts sat.

"Now I must warn all of you." She started, running a hand over the wall. "As you watch this, the memories you have been denied will slowly return and you will know the full truth of exactly what happened the night the Moon Kingdome was destroyed." The wall disappeared leaving in its place a beautiful palace ballroom with shining crystal chandeliers, women dressed in vibrant dressed of every color, and men in handsome pressed tuxedos.

"Oh! There's me and Darien!" Serena squealed, scooting closer to the large image.

"Trista, I have a question before you start with this." Rei spoke up.

"Yes Rei?"

The fiery priestess cast an uneasy glance over her shoulder at the four Sayians who were all sitting in silence. "If these guys are fighters like us-."

"We're nothing like you brats." Vegeta snapped, cutting Rei off. "We're Sayians..get it right."

Face flaming, Rei closed her eyes and willed herself to remain calm. "Why haven't we heard anything about them?"

Trista looked down at her feet and took a deep breath. She never thought she was going to have to explain this. She had always thought things would stay the way they were. She should have known something would happen. "I suppose I should be glad you asked that question Rei. It is the very reason why we are all here today."

"Serenity and I worked very hard to keep the actions of the Earth's Special Forces from the Sailor Scouts and visa versa. You were each to deal with forces you were capable of handling. Although you Scouts were fighters, your physical strength and ability to produce and control energy blasts were nothing compared to that of the Sayians. Because of this it was decided that the Sailor Senshi would deal with enemies who's powers were centered on magic. The Earth's Special Forces were chosen for the larger tasks, ones of which you Sailor Scouts would never be able to take on. It took an incredible amount of work to keep your identities unknown to each other."

"That doesn't really explain why we're here." Drea said softly.

Trista shook her head. "No it does not. But I shall tell you now. Long ago a great threat came upon us. One unexpected and very, very deadly. Magic and brute force was combined to form an evil that was feared by the entire universe. The destruction caused by this union was horrifying. The reason you are here Jen and Drea is because that threat has come again and in order to defeat it...we needed everyone we could get." She turned to the scene playing out on the wall, a sad smile playing upon her lips. "If you will watch, hopefully this will explain it all."

*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*

Queen Serenity surveyed the crowd of happy couples, smiling at her daughter as she whirled by in the arms of her true love. On each side of her stood two women. One wore a dazzling floor length midnight blue gown, the tiny spaghetti straps accenting her cream colored skin. Her sparkling green eyes remained fixed straight ahead, full lips curved up into a serene smile. Raven black tresses highlighted with deep burgundy were pulled back into two buns on top of her head and strands of hair stuck out at every angel.

The other slightly taller woman wore a stunning silver gown, also floor length. The strapless gown clung to her willowy figure. Stormy blue eyes looked out over the couples, searching. Her long blond hair had been pulled back and clipped with silver clips. She worried her bottom lip with her teeth, anxiously wringing her hands.

Seeing this, Queen Serenity turned to the young guardian and smiled, her eyes sparkling with amusement. "Relax Drea, they will be here soon."

Drea jumped and looked up at the Queen. "I'm sorry your majesty. It's just..it's been so long. It's been almost a year." Her eyes took on the far off look that they usually did when Drea was thinking about him. "I wonder if he's changed at all."

"I'm sure he looks exactly the same Drea." Her raven-haired sister quipped with a teasing smile.

Drea crossed her arms and harrumphed indignantly. "Are you telling me that you never think of Vegeta at all? I know that's a lie!"

"I do..from time to time." Jen replied, her high cheekbones taking on a becoming color of pink. "It's hard not to think about the man you're be-."

Trumpets sounded, signaling the arrival of another guest to the already overwhelmingly large party and Jen's heart leaped in her chest. He was here! She could feel him already, his ki signature so unique from those surrounding her.

"From Planet Vegeta-Sei; His Royal Highness and son Vegeta accompanied by advisors Bardock and son Kakarott."

"He's here!" Drea gasped, her hands flying to her throat.

The crowd parted and four stunningly handsome men made their way to the Throne. In front were the King of Vegeta-Sei and his son Vegeta who was wearing an arrogant smirk and watching Jen as if she were the only person in the room. On either side of them were Bardock and his son Kakarott. Kakarott's smile widened upon seeing Drea and he had to remind himself that it would be incredibly rude, not to mention unheard of if he ran up to her right now and swept her u into his arms.

"Your Highness." King Vegeta said with a pleasant smile, bowing at the waist. The other three Sayians followed suit, paying homage to Queen Serenity. Light laughter bubbled up from inside the Queen as she looked down at the four Sayians. "And to think King Vegeta, that once you used to tug on my hair and call me Nitty."

The King chuckled and raised his smiling gaze Serenity. "Now I'll just have to call you Queen Nitty, wont I?"

"Serenity will do just fine Veggie. Now, they may deny it but I have two women who have been waiting all night for your son and his friend to get here."

Drea and Jen let out a collective gasp and turned bright pink under the knowing glances of their betrothed.

King Vegeta glanced at the two attractive young women and smiled. "Maybe I should be so kind as to ask the Queen to dance and leave you two here to figure things out for yourself seeing as how Bardock has already found the food."

"Fine by me." Vegeta said, never dragging his feasting gaze from the ebony haired female.

As soon as the King and Queens backs were turned, Goku ran up the stairs and wrapped his arms around Drea, swinging her up off the ground. "Miss me?" he asked, inhaling her scent. Tears sparkled in the silvery haired woman's eyes. "More then you will ever know Kakarott." She whispered back, clinging to the muscular Sayian.

Goku pulled back and gave his wife-to-be his trademark grin. "Come on. Let's dance. That's something I've been wanting to do with you for way too long."

Jen watched her sister with a fond smile as she was escorted onto the dance floor and whirled away from view, her musical laughter hanging in the air. Nervously she turned her gaze to Vegeta. He had grown so big! Who knew a year could do so much to a person. Dark blue spandex stretched over his well tones muscles and his hair had grown out, making him look wild and untamed. Deep penetrating eyes stared into hers, glowing with compassion and love. "Vegeta." Jen whispered, her hand rising on it's own accord to touch him.

"Come here Jen." He beckoned.

Jen moved gracefully down the steps and stopped in front of him, a smile tugging at her lips. "You have changed my Prince."

Vegeta's own lips turned up in a fond smile. "I am still the man who loves you Jen. And the man who would like to ask you to dance."

Jen could only manage a nod as a romantic haze settled over her and she moved with Vegeta out onto the dance floor.

The night passed in blissful harmony as couples danced around the glistening ballroom floor. Congratulations were given to Princess Serena in her engagement as well as to her guardians, Jen and Drea in theirs. It appeared as if the night would go off without a hitch and all would go home full and happy.

It was during the third to the last dance that the perfect night turned into a complete nightmare. A soldier made his way across the floor, trying to appear calm in light of the danger that had just presented itself. He spotted the Queen, standing with King Vegeta against the wall and quickly made his way to her side. "Your Majesty." He executed a quick bow and rose again. "We have trouble your Majesty. Beryl is here with her army."

The Queen's eyes went wide with shock and then narrowed in outrage. "Out of all the nights she has to choose this one." She muttered, grabbing her skirts and quickly making her way out of the ballroom.

"Nitty, don't worry so much. My son, Kakarott, Bardock and I here to help. Beryl's defeat will fall upon her in less then seconds." Vegeta said, following in Serenity's path.

"It's not that simple Sir." The soldier spoke up from behind him.

Vegeta turned on him. "What is that you say boy?"

The soldier cringed away from Vegeta and lowered his gaze to the floor. "It is not that simple. I have just been informed that Beryl was not alone. Her accomplice has just left her side and it looks as if he's.."

The King and Queen turned to face the stuttering soldier, their shoulders tense. "Where is he heading?" Serenity asked in the calmest voice she could muster.

"It looks as if him and his army are..heading for the Planet Vegeta-Sei. The accomplice has been identified as..as Frieza Sir."

The King's jaw clenched as fury flared in the deep ebony pools of his eyes. "Frieza." He muttered. Letting loose a string of wild curses he turned and slammed his fist into the wall.

Serenity rushed to his side and placed a delicate hand upon his shoulder. "Please Vegeta, calm yourself. Beryl should not pose much of a treat to us. Go; collect your son and advisors. We will be fine."

Vegeta turned to his childhood friend, anxiety replacing the anger that had once burned in his black orbs. "Nitty." He whispered, pulling the Queen into a sudden embrace. "I leave Jen and Drea here. They will fight for you. If something should happen-."

"Shh. Don't say it Vegeta." Serenity murmured, choking on the fear and worry that clogged her throat.

"Serenity, if something should happen to me or my home, I want you to promise me something. Promise that you will take Vegeta and Kakarott.give them a better life. Erase their memories of what happened and give them something better to live for."

Tears burned her eyes, but she nodded. "As you wish Vegeta. Now go. Hurry and face your enemy. I shall face mine." She pulled away and placed a light kiss on beard-covered cheek. "Be careful my friend."

Vegeta released her and turned, jogging swiftly back down the hall in the direction of the ballroom to gather his son and advisors.

Prince Vegeta sat at one of the tables to the side of the room, Jen seated in his lap. He held up a strawberry and she bit into it, a seductive gleam in her eyes as she stared down into his endless ebony eyes. "Have I ever told you how adorable you look with strawberry juice dripping down your chin?" Vegeta asked, making a swipe at the offensive liquid.

Jen laughed softly and licked the juices off his finger, thrilled with the gasp that escaped his throat. "You have told me several ways I look adorable my Price. There is yet one I would like to hear though."

Vegeta leaned back and smirked up at the dazzling beauty in his arms. "Oh? And what's that?"

She opened her mouth to answer when she saw King Vegeta rush into the room. His rigid stance sent a cold icicle of trepidation straight through her heart. "Something's wrong Vegeta." She whispered, pushing herself off his lap and standing.

Confused, Vegeta looked up. Seeing his father he quickly rose, grabbing Jen's hand and leading her to his father. "What's wrong father?" he asked, already knowing the answer to his question.

"Frieza."

Beside him Jen gasped. Vegeta cursed under his breath. "What's the plan?"

"Find Kakarott. Bardock and I will take our leave now. I expect you to be right behind us. Jen..I'm sorry. I know we came to bring you back to Vegeta-Sei but there is a threat here as well. Beryl has joined forces with Frieza. You will have to stay here." The King said, already moving away from them to search for Bardock.

Vegeta sighed and turned to face Jen, wincing at the fear shinning in her vibrant jade eyes. "Jen. I have to go find Kakarott. I will find you before I leave." He placed a quick kiss on her lips, running his tongue possessively over the seam then left her in search of his friend.

Out on the terrace, Drea sighed as Kakarott's body brushed sinfully against hers. He nipped lightly on her bottom lip then deepened the already heated kiss. The breeze picked up, chilling her and goose bumps dotted her flesh. Kakarott pulled back. "Are you cold?" he asked, removing his cape to wrap it tightly around her.

She made a small purring noise in the back of her throat and laid her head against his muscular chest. "Thank you, my love." She whispered, snuggling closer into his warmth. The silence of the night enveloped them, as they stood holding each other, not caring about the time or what was going on inside the palace.

"Kakarott. Kakarott, are you out here?" A voice called from the terrace doors.

Kakarott raised his head and turned towards its source. "Hey Vegeta." He called out to his friend. "What's going on?"

Vegeta crossed the terrace quickly. "We're under attack." He stated, his face set in a mask of indifference. Drea's reaction was much the same as Jen's. The blond gasped and clutched at Kakarott's arm. "Frieza and his men are on their way to Vegeta-Sei right now. We must go."

Kakarott nodded solemnly and turned to face his love. "Drea.." He said softly, brushing his hand through her long blond tresses.

The blond shook her head, determination turning her eyes the color of cold steel. "I'm coming with you."

"I'm afraid you can't. You and Jen are needed here. Beryl and her army are approaching. I'm guessing we will leave from the other side to avoid them. But if we are going to do that we must go now. Say your good byes and meet me outside." Vegeta turned and left them.

Kakarott pulled Drea to him and wrapped his arms tightly around her tiny waist. "God, Drea..I'm so sorry this had to happen." He whispered into her hair.

Drea's shoulders shook with suppressed sobs. "I know you are." She managed. Tears spilled over her cheeks and she pulled back to look into the beautiful eyes of her only love. "Kakarott..you'll come back.won't you?" she asked.

Kakarott nodded, his eyes starting to burn from the tears he held back. Vegeta was always the one who was good at hiding emotions. Right now he wished the same for himself. "As fast as I can. I promise."

Drea straightened her shoulders in a false show of bravado. "All right then. If you take too long, I'm coming after you."

"I know." Kakarott said with a smile.

"I..I love you Kakarott."

"And I love you Drea." He pulled her to him and gave her a long, searing kiss, promising himself that as soon as he got back the first thing he was going to do was make her his mate. Regretfully the kiss came to an end and Kakarott pulled back. He placed a feather light kiss on her forehead. "Fight well my love." He whispered, then quickly left her and returned back inside.

A half an hour later Drea walked out of her room, her Sayian armor clinging to her figure. She had no sooner opened the door when Jen came walking right into her. Seeing the armor, Jen's green eyes widened. "I guess we're going into battle then?"

Drea nodded solemnly. "Did you talk to Vegeta before he left?"

Jens shoulders drooped slightly and she moved past her sister into the bedroom they shared.

"Jen?" Drea called, worry edging her voice. She turned and followed Jen. The raven-haired Sayian whirled suddenly. Her eyes burned with fire. "He will come back. He promised." She said, a deadly certainty in her voice that sent a chill skating over Drea's spine. "He promised." She repeated, turning and disappearing into the closet.

Drea drew a shaky breath. Ignoring the sting of tears as it pricked the back of her eyes once more she lowered herself to the bed. Her hearts dull thud echoed in her ears like the annoying tick-tock of the grandfather clock at the end of the hall. It was at that moment that she knew true fear, true heartache. Her friend only spoke like that when the complete opposite was true. Their men, the Sayians they had given their hearts to were not coming back and Jen knew it.

Jen reappeared from the closet dressed much the same as Drea, her face an expressionless mask. Drea swallowed the painful lump that had formed in her throat. "Are..are you sure Jen?"

Pushing her mahogany streaked hair out of her face, Jen looked up at her sister. Crystalline tears fell from sorrow filled jade eyes. "No, not entirely." She murmured. "Drea." Jen kneeled in front of her sister and clasped her cold hands in her own. "They are the strongest fighters this universe has to offer. They will come back to us. But right now we have a Princess to protect."

Drea gave a desolate nod of her head, fighting tears.

"They would want us to fight Drea. You know that." Jen whispered, tightening her grip on her sister's hands.

Drea closed her eyes. "I know." When she reopened them they were filled with the same fire that burned so passionately in Jen's. "Let's go teach that bitch a lesson."

* * *

"Kamehame-HA!" Drea screamed, releasing a weaker version of Kakarott's well-known attack. He had taught it to her years ago and although not perfected it still effectively took out ten of the enemy's army. Breathing heavily, Drea lowered blood streaked arms to her side. They had been fighting for hours..hours, and still they came. Beryl had the nerve to sit and wait until her army dwindled away to nothing before actually attacking herself.

Drea looked over at Jen. The other woman was quickly taking out any soldier that dared to get within six yards of her. Much like Drea, her arms and legs were badly cut. The hard armor had protected much of her upper body and her hair, which she had tied up had come loose and strands of the sleek black clung to her slick flesh. "Don't you assholes ever give up?!" Jen yelled, releasing another deadly attack.

Drea smiled grimly and wiped the back of her hand over her perspiring brow. Behind them stood Princess Serena, surrounded by her Inner Senshi. They stood protectively around her, prepared to fight if the need be. Not far away, with Uranus and Neptune flanking her, Queen Selenity directed her army.

"Jen." Drea called out to her sister.

Jen turned her exhausted gaze to Drea. "Yeah?"

"I think you got 'em." The blond gestured to the battlefield littered with bodies. With Jen not far behind she crossed the blood soaked ground to where Serena and her Senshi stood. The Princess stared vacantly ahead of her, her normally ivory skin a sickly pale color.

"Are you guys okay?" Drea asked.

"We're fine." Mars quickly replied. Beside her, Venus clutched her stomach, willing the queasiness to subside. "I don't mean to be rude but how can you two do that?"

Drea looked at the Senshi of love curiously. "Do what?"

"Kill so easily, like it's something you do every day."

"We're Sayians." Jen answered in a numb voice. "It's what we do." She turned away from them and made her way over to where the Queen stood. Serenity called out a command and wave of soldiers surged forward, lead by Prince Darien.

Drea's eyes went wide and she jerked around in time to see Serena snap out of her dazed state. Tears collected in the cobalt blue eyes and she pushed past her Senshi. "Darien!" She screamed, running from her protectors in the direction her Prince had disappeared.

"Jen! Grab her!" Drea called out the warning as Serena flew past Jen, desperate to reach Darien. Luckily Jen was much faster then the hysterical Princess. She lashed out, her iron grip closing around Serena's wrist.

"NO!" Serena cried, desperately trying to pull free from Jen's grasp. "Let me go! I need to get to him! Please..please.." broken sobs ripped from the young woman's throat as she begged to be released.

"If you go after him you will get Darien and yourself killed Serena." Jen tried to reason with the distraught Princess. A scream of pain pierced the night air, stale with the smell of death. Serena jerked once in Jen's hold then the fight went out of her. She sunk slowly to the ground, her shoulders shaking uncontrollably. "We're all going to die anyway." Serena whispered.

Jen lowered herself to Serena's eye level and placed her hands lightly on her slender shoulders. The blond reverently raised her bleak gaze to Jen. Her protector gave Serena and unsteady smile. "We may die..but we'll die fighting." She murmured.

Serena swallowed hard and nodded. "You are right." Standing, she pushed her shoulders back, looking every bit as regal as the Queen. "Come. We shall fight at my mothers side."

No one argued, each of them proud to follow their courageous Princess into battle.

"Jen..you really think we're all going to die?" Drea whispered as they moved into position beside Queen Serenity.

"You've read Beryl's power level. What do you think?"

Drea smiled sadly and reached over, taking a hold of Jen's hand. "I think..that I'm really going to miss you Jen."

"I'll miss you too, Drea." Jen whispered, giving her sisters hand an affectionate squeeze.

Something crashed into the earth beside them and the two sisters jumped apart. They watched as the dust cleared to reveal a pod embedded in the moons surface and simultaneously their hearts dropped. "Oh no." Drea muttered. Before she could stop herself she was halfway to the scarred ship. She heard a beep and the door slid open with a loud hiss. A hand came out, gripping the door. Drea hadn't even noticed that she had come to a complete stop. Her hand went to her throat and she swallowed hard. Her heart hammered against her ribs as she watched and waited, sick with fear.

Finally the bruised and bloodied body of a man emerged and stumbled from the wrecked craft.

"No." Drea whispered. "Kakarott!!" She ran to him, catching him before he fell and lowering him carefully to the ground. His blood stained her armor but she did not care. "Kakarott, what happened to you?" she murmured, running her hand lightly over his brow. Dark ebony eyes glazed with pain stared up at her and a loving smile softened his lips. "Hey you." He muttered.

"Hi." Drea whispered back, tears spilling free from her vibrant blue eyes. "Can you tell me what happened?" She looked up at Jen as she knelt on the other side of Kakarott.

"We..we were on our way back home, about ten minutes behind King Vegeta. When we got there Frieza's men were everywhere. Vegeta said something wasn't right. The way they were attacking..it was strange. They out numbered us but they moved so slow, like they didn't care." Kakarott started coughing and Drea gripped his hand tightly, her eyes clouding over. Once the fit passed he took a deep breath and continued on. "I fought with Vegeta but he told me to get my ass out of there and save our women." A faint smile crossed his features but as quickly as it had come it was gone. "When I finally agreed we were attacked. Vegeta pushed me back and told me to hurry, so I ran back to my ship and took off. I was only a ways from Vegeta-Sei when.."

Jen unintentionally leaned forward. "When what, Kakarott?" she asked, dreading the answer. She wanted to press her hands to her ears, block out his voice, but she resisted.

Kakarott raised haunted eyes to Jen. When he spoke his voice was hallow, not sounding like his own voice at all. "I caught the end of it. That's probably why I look like this. Frieza destroyed Vegeta-Sei. My home.. it's gone. I'm..I'm sorry Jen."

Shocked, Jen stood taking unsteady steps away from Drea and Kakarott. "No.." she whispered, shaking her head in disbelief. "He promised..he promised he'd come back for me." A loose rock slid out from under Jen's foot and unsteadied her balance. She fell to her knees, hardly noticing the sharp sting of tiny rocks biting into her skin. Tears streamed over her pale cheeks and splashed to the moons surface. God, she couldn't breath! Her body started trembling violently as her mind fought with her heart for control but in the end her heart won out. "NOO!" She screamed in denial, burying her face in her hands.

Drea went to her friend and pulled her close. "Please Jen, please don't cry." She murmured. "He wouldn't want you to cry." She stroked her sisters raven tresses, hoping to soothe her when a sudden idea presented itself in her mind. "He may still be alive Jen." She whispered.

Jen pulled back and raised her bleary eyes to Drea. "But..how?"

"He's one of the most powerful men in this universe." She said, using Jen's own words. "You honestly think Frieza wouldn't want to use that to his advantage? He's probably on that nasty lizards ship right now but we're never going to find out unless we beat the hell out of these jerks and win this thing." Her words hung suspended in the air as Drea awaited her friend's reaction.

Explosions sounded around them, mingling with the shouts of soldiers and guttural screams of the wounded. Nearby Queen Serenity and her daughter stood with their Senshi, ready to command the last remaining soldiers into battle. The Queen's features were grim as she raised a slender arm into the air and released the last of her army.

"Jen, please. Serenity needs our help." Drea pleaded.

"Okay Drea." Jen stared at her sister with hate burning in her jade eyes. "But as soon as we're done here..I'm leaving."

Drea nodded her agreement and held out her hand, helping her sister up.

They went back to where Kakarott lay and knelt on either side of him. "Hey Kakarott." Jen said with a wiry grin. "You look a little beat up."

"I feel a little beat up." Kakarott grumbled, allowing them to help him to his feet.

Drea looked worriedly up at her fianc�. "Are you okay to fight?"

"Yeah. I'll be fine." He scanned the battlefield, watching the Moon Kingdom's dwindling army take on Beryl's forces. After a moment of observation his eyes narrowed.

"What is it?" Drea asked, her arm tightening around his slim waist.

Goku nodded towards the field. "They're doing the same thing Frieza's men were doing. Watch. See how slow they're moving?"

Drea's muscles tensed. "You don't think Beryl would-."

"We're not going to give her the chance." Jen said firmly. "Come on."

Holding Kakarott between them, they flew to where Queen Serenity and her royal court stood.

"That was the last of them." Serenity was saying. She looked tired, her silvery blue eyes dull. "Now it is up to the rest of us to defend our home.

"Serenity?" Jen called softly.

The Queens shoulders drooped and she turned her weary gaze on Jen. "I know. I can no longer feel the King's Ki signature nor sense the presence of Vegeta-Sei."

Hope flared to life within Jen, filling the empty space that had started to form in her heart. She had completely forgotten about Serenity's uncanny ability to read Ki signatures over far distances. It was mostly a Sayian trait as far as she knew, one she, Drea and Kakarott had not bothered trying to learn yet. But King Vegeta had spent days teaching Serenity how to until she was even better then the King himself. "Do you know..is Vegeta."

Queen Serenity shook her head sadly. "I honestly don't know Jen. I can't sense him..but I feel him here." She placed a hand over her heart.

"Your Majesty!"

Serenity's head jerked up and she regarded Prince Darien with knowing, cold blue eyes.

"Our forces are out numbered and our remaining men are few." Darien spoke as calmly as possible. "What is your next command?"

Serenity looked around her at the young members of her royal court and family. They were all so young. They deserved a better life, a better future than this.

Maniacal laughter filled the dense air around them. Out of the darkness Beryl came, a sneer pasted on her blood red lips. "Give up Serenity. You are no match for me now. Surrender or forfeit your precious Kingdom," the witch demanded.

Serenity gripped her want tightly, feeling the pure energy of the Silver Crystal flood through her being. So this was it. It was not exactly how she had pictured her end but it was the only way. "I know what I must do."

Serena looked up at her mother uncertainly. "What do you mean mother?"

Blinking back sudden tears, Serenity smiled at her daughter. "Live your life well my little bunny. And never forget how much I love you." She raised her want above her head and soft silver light filtered over her child and protectors. One by one they fell into a deep sleep. "Please Pluto, take care of them." She whispered, closing her eyes against the darkness that was coming for her. Like fingers made of ice she felt it close in around her. A fleeting smile crossed her flawless features. "Oh Vegeta..I will be with you soon my King."

*~*~*~*~*~*~*

"Oh God." Jen whispered, watching the image on the wall fade and disappear. Her heart suddenly felt heavy with grief. Warm tears trickled down her face in steady streams. She remembered everything! From her happy childhood on Vegeta-Sei to her steamy relationship with the arrogant Sayian Prince.

Beside her, Drea had her head buried against Goku's neck. Her shoulders shook with silent sobs and Goku held her tightly, whispering words of comfort.

"That is how you all came to be in different dimensions." Trista spoke, breaking the mournful silence. She brushed a stray tear from her face. "You were all given false memories to replace those of the Moon Kingdome and Vegeta-Sei."

"When did they start?" Goku asked.

"For you..shortly before you met Chi Chi. For Drea and Jen, when they were 14 and 15."

Confused, Goku scratched his head. "Well..then how.."

"Your friends? They also received memories of their time spent with you. I know how terrible it sounds but you must understand that it was done for your safety. Had Serenity not used the Crystal all of you would have died that night. You were all much too young and possessed great powers. Serenity wanted better lives for you all and the kind of safety that could not be provided to you at the time. There is..one thing though that I don't understand." Trista tapped her chin thoughtfully while Amara and Michelle gaped at her, amazed that the all-knowing Guardian of Time would admit to not understanding something.

"What's that?" Jen asked, whipping hastily at the tears clinging to her skin.

"We were able to replace all of your memories but one." She raised her deep crimson gaze to Vegeta.

"What are you looking at woman?" he snapped.

"We were never able to find you Vegeta. Somehow your presence was blocked from us. Therefore you should have your memories intact. You do remember everything, don't you?" Trista asked.

All eyes turned expectantly to the Sayian Prince. Vegeta's passive gaze turned downright hostile as he returned their looks of curiosity. "I don't know what the hell you're talking about. I have no clue as to who you people are and to be completely honest I think that entire scene you just put together is a load a shit." He pushed himself up, unable to contain the fury that was building within him. He had to make an escape now before he ended up hurting one of them. "My father was not a sympathetic man. I don't know anything of this past you speak of and I am fucking glad that I don't!" He turned on his heal and stalked to the door, throwing it open and slamming it unceremoniously behind him.

Jen stared at the closed door, the need to go after Vegeta growing stronger with each passing second. "Don't do it Jen!" The annoying voice from earlier shrieked in her mind. "Just leave the man alone!" The minutes ticked by slowly, no one saying a word. "Damn it." Jen muttered, getting to her feet to go after Vegeta.

Drea watched her friend go and sighed. This was certainly turning into one hell of a day. Getting up, she quickly excused herself and went to find Jen. Once outside, she scanned the area but found no trace of her friend anywhere. "Sister, she's your sister now Drea." She quietly reminded herself. Descending the five short steps of the temple, Drea walked around it and into a maze of stone walkways surrounded by lush green plants and vibrant flowers in beautiful bold colors. Still, Jen was nowhere to be seen. "Where did she go?" Drea wondered out loud.

"She's with Vegeta on the other side of that tree she spaced out in front of."

Drea gasped and whirled around, her heart lodging itself in her throat. "Goku!"

The tall Sayian held up his hands and smiled apologetically. "I'm sorry. I thought you heard me coming." His handsome ebony eyes sparkled with suppressed humor as he stared down at her.

"You know I hate it when you..do that.." Her voice drifted away to a whisper as she began to realize that Goku had his memories back just as she did. Her heart fluttered nervously and her cheeks grew warm.

Goku's smile turned from apologetic to achingly tender. "Yeah, I do know that." He moved closer to her, his hand cautiously reaching for hers. "I know everything."

"Everything?" Drea asked, her body swaying closer to his on it's own account.

Goku nodded. "Even the time when I tossed Vegeta in the fountain because I though he'd kissed you." He said with a light chuckle.

"It was Jen he was kissing." Drea murmured teasingly.

"You two had both bleached your hair to look like Serenity! How was I supposed to know which one was you?"

Drea smiled up at the man she had loved since she was a child. If he remembered everything, did he still feel the same way? It had been so long. Long enough for him to get married and have children. She closed her eyes as her heart twisted painfully. He had shared a life with someone else other then her. Turning away from Goku, she started taking slow, measured steps down one of the stone paths.

Perplexed, Goku watched her retreating back wondering what he had said to upset her. "Drea, wait." He caught up to her and gently grabbed her arm, turning her to face him. When she raised her cobalt gaze to him, the vibrant orbs shone with unshed tears. "What's wrong? Was it something I said?"

Drea shook her head. "No Goku, you didn't say anything wrong. It's just.." A sad smile curved her full pink lips. "I know you didn't remember me at all and I know I'm being unreasonable..but it still hurts knowing that you were with someone else." She said softly. "It's so strange, I know. Our entire lives have been revealed to us and I actually feel jealous."

"Hey, don't think like that Drea. I might have been with Chi Chi but there's something I never really gave her." Drea gave him a dubious look. "I never truly made her my mate. I guess, even though I couldn't remember, my heart still knew it belonged to someone else. But now that I have my memories back..I know."

"Know what?" Drea asked breathlessly.

Goku raised his hand and softly brushed his knuckles over Drea's jawbone, moving his hand to cradle her face in his palm. "I know.that I still love you." He murmured.

Drea placed the back of her hand over her mouth, trying to hide her unsteady smile. "Oh Goku!" She threw herself into his welcome embrace, her heart singing as his arms closed around her. "I love you too."

Goku smiled, holding her slim body as close to him as possible. Never in his life had he known joy like this. At least not since before she was taken from him. Her scent, now familiar to him in every way, tempted the beast within. He remembered the promise he had made to himself on the terrace, the promise to make her his mate. 'Not now Goku' he thought, brushing his hand lightly over the small of her back. Now it was good enough just to have her back in his arms again. How had he even gone through all those years without her? It was defiantly something he was never going to do again.

He pulled back to look down at her, his heart catching. Slowly, he brushed his lips across hers, reminding her, reminding himself of the passionate moments they had spent together. Drea murmured something unintelligible and relaxed against him, her hands burying themselves in his thick black hair and her tail brushing enticingly against his leg.

Goku reluctantly broke the kiss. He stared down into Drea's dazed eyes and grinned. "Miss me?"

Giving him a dazzling smile of her own, Drea leaned in for another kiss. "More then you will ever know Goku."

*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*

Jen approached Vegeta cautiously, every muscle tensed in anticipation of a fight. The silence surrounding them was deafening. Even the small threads of paper attached to the large tree made no noise in the diminutive breeze. She was making a mistake in coming after him. She risked the one thing that she could not afford to loose and yet she continued moving toward him. Her pride was in great danger right now. Taking a deep breath, Jen set her shoulders. "Vegeta?" she called softly.

His shoulders stiffened. "What do you want woman?" he growled, not bothering to turn and face her.

Jen sighed. She really needed to learn how to pick her battles. "I came to see what had upset you." She ventured, feeling her pride literally start to slip through her fingers.

Vegeta laughed, a cold, heartless sound. "What would you care? I thought you wanted me to die?"

Jen threw her hands up in exasperation. Screw the timid shit. She walked right up to Vegeta and stood next to him, crossing her hands over her chest and trying her best to pull off the perfect arrogant Sayian imitation.

Vegeta cast a sideways glance at the woman standing next to him. He wouldn't admit to her that she looked beyond adorable when she was trying to look like him. Nor would he admit to her how badly he wished he could remember their time together. He looked so content in the image that Scout had conjured up. Could he even remember a time when he'd been happy? With a frustrated sigh, he dropped his arms to his side. "What are you doing woman?"

"Being difficult." She replied, glowering straight ahead.

Vegeta was unable to stop the startled chuckle that escaped his lips. "Jen, look at me." He demanded softly. Slowly she turned, her raven hair swirling around her delicate shoulders. He ached to run his fingers through it. He ached for her. Yet another thing he could never tell her. "I'm not upset."

Jen's turbulent gaze focused on his. For the first time since they had danced together she was being civil to him. "Then why did you leave like that? And why can't you remember anything?" she asked, her cat-like green eyes pleading him for an answer.

His hard gaze grew tired. "As much as I'd like to tell you..it's none of your business."

Jen gasped, the fight flaring back up within her. "It's none of my business?" she asked incredulously. "What the hell kind of thing is that to say? I think it is my business. You saw our past Vegeta! I'm the one person who deserves to know what the hell is going on and why you can't remember a damn thing!"

Vegeta's ebony eyes turned ruthless. His hand shot up, gripping her arm in a hard grasp. "I'm saying it's none of your business because that's the damn truth. I don't know who that man in the image was but is sure as hell was not me!"

Jen bit down on her lip to keep from crying out as his hand tightened around her arm, bruising the flesh. "Yes.it.was." She bit out.

"Even if it was me I am no longer that man. I never will be again." He pushed her back, slamming her against the tree. The bark bit into her skin and still she refused to show that she was hurting. "This is the man I am now." He growled, crushing his mouth down upon hers. His lips moved in demanding motions, relentlessly forcing her lips open. His tongue darted inside, sweeping against her own and causing foreign sensations to sweep through her.

'Why fight it' Jen though. 'Maybe I can break him..if I don't beat the hell out of him first.' Setting her plan in motion, Jen pressed her body fully against his, thrilled with the contact of his warm body upon hers. She yanked her arm free and wound her arms around his neck, clinging to him for all she was worth. She snaked her tail around his leg, bringing it dangerously close to the very thing that made him so unmistakably male. She kissed him back with far more passion then she ever knew she possessed, rubbing her tongue erotically against his and moaning in sweet abandon.

Vegeta pushed away, gasping for breath. "Why did you do that?" he demanded, fury edging his voice.

Jen's eyes narrowed into a hostile glare and she advanced on him. "Because I knew you wouldn't stop me and it was either that..or physically hurt you."

Vegeta took a step away from her. Was he actually scared of her? Laughable, really. Jen smiled. The tables had officially turned. "As if you could actually hurt me." Vegeta said with a smirk. But he didn't seam so sure of himself anymore.

"Care to try me?" Jen asked, her voice deadly calm.

Vegeta stared at her hard, as if trying to see her very soul. She knew the exact moment he had figured her out and knew she was in trouble. Vegeta slowly walked up to her, stocking her like some bloodthirsty animal. Once again she was backed up against the tree with nowhere else to go. She was trapped. Vegeta lowered his face to hers, his breath coming out unevenly. Her heart tripped an unsteady beat beneath her ribs and she could feel dread mingling with the desire raging inside of her. Smiling wickedly, Vegeta lowered his mouth her neck and ran his tongue lightly over the sensitive skin. He paused by her ears and she could actually hear the ruthless smirk in his voice. "Keep testing me woman and see where it gets you." Then he released her and walked away, leaving her clinging breathlessly to the tree. Lord, what had she done?



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