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Saiyan Foster Parent	By : Polymer Category: Dragon Ball Z > Het - Male/Female Views: 1714 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 0
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Saiyan Foster Father

Secret of Tomique's Saiyan Powers and Vegeta's new Irritation

Disclaimer I don't own DBZ, Toryiama and Funimation do, and I don�t own Full Metal Alchemist! Also, I don�t own KISS or their fictional superhero portrayals, which are owned by Marvel, KISS Catalogue, and Dark Horse. These are Fanfiction concepts developed by me Trynia Merin for use in the fanfiction Saiyan Foster Father. They are based on the Dragon Ball universe, KISS Next Generation, and Full and my fan interpretation. Please ask my permission if you'd like to borrow them for yours!

***

"Who the hell does he think he is?" Radditzu mumbled as he led his mate to the regeneration tank area.

"I hope you're still not MAD about that..." Tomique sighed, sliding her arm through his.

"I'm not mad at you, Tomique-chan I'm mad at that bastard ex mate of yours," he snarled under his breath. "What the FUCK was he trying to pull?"

"Radditzu, calm down... you helped get rid of him," she said, darting before him and resting her hands on his chest. She slid her arms around him, and unwrapped her tail from around her waist to slide around his.

"I want to know WHY," Radditzu mumbled under his breath. "Damn it..."

"One question, you said Saiyans fight mentally... don't you attack one another with..." she asked, then saw the look of outrage on his face that made her flinch.

"A Saiyan may NEVER attack another Saiyan using mental powers. It's just not DONE! That doesn't mean we can't use combat on OTHER species..." Radditzu fumed. "We compete and hold mental SPARRING, but never unbidden..."

"Oh... I feel like an idiot not knowing that..." she groaned, letting go of him. His tail unlatched and gently flickered against the small of her back. He slid it around her waist to indicate his regret for acting in such haste. They walked along for a time, till they reached the main Mess Hall.

***

"I neglected to tell you, it's my fault," Radditzu huffed, sitting down behind the large buffet style table.

"So much to learn... and so little time..." she said wistfully, picking up a piece of prime steak and biting eagerly into it. Radditzu tore into a large serving of turkey leg, then spat the bones out into a bowl nearby.

"You had all the time you needed earlier this month... do you wish to spend another day in the Time chamber?" Radditzu whispered with a grin. "As I recall, we had a lot of time to ourselves� and it didn't just involve sparring� Although I refused to let Nappa in�"

"Cabernet wasn't a picnic, but it was fun to hang with Christine. Kind of irritating when you guys would make me think Vegeta was next to come in for a month, and it was either you, Christine, or Cabernet!"

"It was amusing though, love," Radditzu chuckled, wiping a bit of juice off her chin.

"Not that it wouldn't be... diverting... but I'm just getting used to being in the real world again," said Atomique with a blush. "Those last few months were almost torture..."

"Well, what have we here? I see we've got QUITE a party. Why are you two not at your posts!" Prince Vegeta snapped at them. Immediately both third classes got up out of their seats and wheeled around on him.

"Sire! My apologies but we had an attack to deal with," said Radditzu as he and Tomique knelt before him.

"At ease you idiots. I got the report from your commanding officer. But what I DON'T get is why both of you are HERE instead of..."

"My apologies, but my mate experienced a mental attack," Radditzu said, glancing up apologetically. As soon as he understood what Radditzu said, Vegeta's eyes grew wide. He then clenched his white-gloved hands into fists. Dark brows furrowed in a scowl, which caused her to shiver with the fire in those bottomless dark eyes.

"She WHAT?" Vegeta exploded. "That's not possible!"

"It's true. Someone invaded my mind," said Tomique, looking Vegeta right in his dark eyes. He glared at her, and then saw the truth apparent.

"WHO! I demand to know!" Vegeta snarled at her. She blinked at the fury in his face, and swallowed hard.

"The Star Child," said Radditzu. "Or was it the Star Bearer?"

"Who the FUCK is that?" Vegeta asked, as if it made things no clearer. He snapped his gaze onto Tomique, staring at her to explain herself.

"My ex husband..." said Tomique, feeling sick to her stomach. Vegeta again let a low growl rumble in his throat that was echoed by Radditzu. To her embarrassment she felt herself responding in the same frequency.

"How DARE he!" Vegeta snarled.

"I'm sorry... but there was no way I could stop him," Tomique said, allowing herself to feel angry. Radditzu bared his fangs.

"What the HELL are you apologizing for? Don't be ridiculous!" Vegeta glared at her. "This insult to my people will not go unpunished. You will tell me ALL about it, Tomique, and NOW!"

"As you wish, Sire," she nodded. "IF it wasn't for Radditzu..."

"Humph both of you tell me all you know. I'm going to see who the hell dares attack one of my warriors like a COWARD," Vegeta snarled.

"He's done it before though... I mean Jeannie has," she admitted, sitting down.

"Why didn't you tell me that?" Vegeta yelled, banging his fist on the table. He flopped down into a chair, and Radditzu took his place next to her, gently curling his tail around her ankle to encourage her to continue. This was out of sight of the Prince, taking place under the table.

"It was before she underwent the change," Radditzu said nervously. She winced as his tail tightened possessively around her calf. She let hers sway behind her, unwilling to trap the energy she felt staying still. Naturally it was a good outlet to express her anger, letting the tip slash back and forth to bump against the chair, then come to rest around Radditzu's wrist, then his ankle. He loosened his grip on her leg, and then lightly brushed his tail over hers before returning it to around his waist once more.

"I see. So you mentally protected her. I had figured that was the case. But I had no idea that Jeannie was.... That's unacceptable! She'll be punished for this, mark my words! Nobody will get away with this!" Vegeta complained. "Accompany me to my chambers and you'll tell me every last detail. Leave NOTHING out! You're serving me now, woman. And you do NOT withhold information that might be of use!"

Tomique sighed and shook her head. Sheepishly she admitted, "I didn't think it applied since I wasn't... well I didn't have the tail back then and..."

Vegeta rolled his eyes and groaned. "Gah� You're as literal minded as that damn fool Bardock. Just like a scientist!"

Radditzu flushed with embarrassment and a hint of pride at Vegeta's proclamation. Tomique threw him a look that clearly meant, "what the hell was THAT about?"

"I'll tell you later," he mentally tossed to her.

"Excuse me could you share it with the REST of us?" Vegeta snapped. "Speak aloud damn it!"

"Um... Sire... should I..." Radditzu asked.

"Go back to your post. I shall speak to your mate alone. I'll call you when I've decided what to do. And inform me the moment that Christine's mate wakes up. He'll have MUCH to answer for," Vegeta said. He motioned for Tomique to stand, and she did so. Keeping her eyes averted, Tomique followed the Saiyan no Ouji towards the large enclosed glass dome of Capsule.

***

"Will you relax, Tomique? Stop being so damn nervous! You have nothing to fear from your Prince," Vegeta glared at her. "Hasn't the time that I spent training you those three months in the Hyperbolic Time chamber taught you that?"

"My apologies. You're far more powerful than I, and I don't wish to make you angry," said Tomique. She thought back to a few weeks before, when she complained to the Prince during a rigorous session.

"I recall that you bitched about not being able to squeeze years of training into a single day," Vegeta smirked.

"And you proved me wrong with the Hyperbolic Time Chamber� three months with Radditzu, then three with Cabernet, and a few on and off with you and Christine� its amazing to even think that's possible," she chuckled.

"So you see, if you can't trust your sensei, who can you? Besides you think you had it easy? I had to deal with Bulma bitching at me for spending more time with you than she!" Vegeta snarled.

"She wasn't happy. I remember her complaining that she didn't like the fact that Radditzu and I had a three month or so honeymoon, and that SHE and you didn't share the same privilege�" said Tomique with a grin.

"Nevertheless I DID remind her that it wasn't for the FUN of it," Vegeta snorted. "At least you're honest. Are you still afraid of me?"

"Yes, your Majesty,' she swallowed hard.

"Good. You should fear me, but not be reduced to terror. You're honest and that is the mark of a true warrior. But make no mistake; I prefer a bit of fear. It promotes obedience, but not at the expense of focusing..."

"I won't be dominated by it. It's respect,' said she.

"Fine, whatever. Now, tell me all. When did this happen?"

"Shortly after we put the Demon in the regen tank, I sensed emotions not my own... and then memories that were locked away. Ones that I had distanced myself from to stop from..."

"From being weak, of course," said Vegeta quietly, folding his arms across his chest and levitating into the air in the garden area of Capsule. Tomique sat the same way, trying to keep her tail latched around her waist.

"Yes. And then I felt a presence in my mind and I tried to keep it out as Radditzu and you had taught me during training. The standard barriers... but I couldn't recognize it. I later realized who it was... but why wouldn't I recognize my own..."

"Because you're Saiyan that's why. Your mind was attempting to keep an intruder out. Part of natural defense..." Vegeta said. "A warrior often compartmentalizes that which interferes with fighting. But in this case this enemy used it to his advantage. Continue..."

"He threw memories at me in order to force me to remember. I fought against him, and then realized I had the chance to determine more about him. But he bombarded me after he got a sucker shot in. I wasn't STRONG enough to..."

"That doesn't matter. Tell me what ELSE happened," Vegeta demanded, waving his hand. "Be to the point, and don't beat around the bush..."

"He basically told me that I disgusted him. That he couldn't understand what I'd become. I told him naturally he had no right to judge me. Then he tried to force his mind on mine... and then Radditzu fought back. He had blocked Radditzu from my mind... and then..."

"So, he interfered with your mind bond with your mate, did he? That's truly despicable," Vegeta snorted. "This Star Child... has he NO honor?"

"According to... what..."

"Spit it out!" he snapped.

"According to what... humans... say he is pure of heart and free of sin. That he can do no wrong. But how can that be if he attacks me in a jealous rage...." said Tomique. "He said I disgusted him, and that I had no right to do what I'd done. But he's wrong... isn't he?"

"You owe nobody any explanation for what you are. Be proud that you're a member of a race of powerful warriors. It is a privilege few beings experience," Vegeta said quietly, looking at her with his bottomless dark eyes. "Never forget that you're a Saiyan. No matter what. It seems that your powers made possible what was already set in motion."

"I was human..."

"That matters not," said Vegeta with a dismissive wave. "Focus on the now and the future. The past is already done. Learn from it. Or have you learned NOTHING from your training?"

"You're right, as always," she snorted. "Damn it."

"Humph, well we'll see about this Star Child..."

"I loved him once..."

"Sounds like he didn't know the meaning of what it is to be mated," said Vegeta. "The ningens say he's honorable but he's no better than a coward attacking your mind and letting his emotions rule him. He's the one who is the true weakling, not you. Your fight is for your mate, your family, and the Saiyan race. That alone is a battle worth fighting. Not to please a cowardly human's opinion of you. Now stop feeling sorry for yourself and embrace truly what you are. You're a third class warrior, and you serve me, got it?"

"Yes your Majesty, absolutely," said Tomique, swallowing hard as Vegeta stood up.

"Now let's go see if this Demon is awake yet. Mark my words I shall make every attempt to avenge this insult..."

"Is that necessary?"

"Don't ask fool questions. It's the duty of the Prince to address insult and injury for those he's responsible for. I didn't waste time on your training for FUN. You have your requisite value, don't question my judgement..."

"No, I'm sorry..."

"Stop groveling and attend me," said Vegeta, motioning for her to walk at his side. "I hate brown nosing..."

"Yes," she nodded.

***

"Sire, he's awake," said Radditzu's voice in both their minds.

"Excellent. What's his current status?" Vegeta asked. Tomique focussed on Radditzu's voice in her thoughts, knowing that her defenses allowed for fellow fighters to communicate.

"Confused. He's totally disoriented. His mate's with him... what should I do?"

"Remain where you are. I'm coming with your mate to speak with him. Where is Jeannie?" Vegeta telepathed.

"She's there with him of course..." Radditzu answered in their minds.

"I have much to speak to her about later. You will stand ready for further orders, and stay with your mate. She's still suffering aftershocks from that mental invasion, and your physical presence will strengthen her barriers and restore her ki..." said Vegeta as they walked along. She stood the same height as he did, perhaps even a bit taller than he did.

Radditzu inclined his head as they approached, and the Prince nodded gravely as he moved aside to let him enter the med. bay. Radditzu reached out his hand, and Tomique put hers inside it, feeling his ki bolstering her strength. He urged her to follow him and the Prince as he strode regally into the lab.

Jeannie sat next to the Demon, who was clutching both her hand and Christine's in her own. They were rapidly speaking back and forth. Clad in only the black bodysuit under his armor, he wore a robe around his bare chested form, and glanced as Christine and Jeannie rose to bow to the Prince.

"Who's this?" asked the Demon with a laugh. "Your Prince you were talking about?"

"Dad, show a little respect! He's royalty!" Jeannie groaned.

"Humph so you're the Demon that everyone's talking about," Vegeta asked, glancing at him. He rested white-gloved hands on his hips and stared down his nose at the newcomer. Which was no mean feat, because Gene rose to an impressive height, glancing down at the Saiyan no Ouji. However his smile of amusement soon faded to a serious look when he realized the Prince meant business.

"Yeah that's me. You're the Prince of all... well whoever these guys are... Saiyans right? Some sort of alien race descended from baboons I take it?" Gene asked. "I guess I should thank you for helping my daughter and mate survive all this time, huh?"

"That's true. What brings you HERE specifically now? Why not come before? Was there some... reason?" he glared up at him.

"It's a long story, and I take it you don't mind sitting down and listening to it," Gene said, sitting down. Vegeta pulled up a chair and sat down opposite Gene. Tomique and Radditzu stood there, and she realized in shock that Gene didn't recognize her.

"What the hell, he doesn't know me?" she thought in fear.

"Interesting," answered Radditzu quietly.

"Very interesting," Vegeta said in her mind, glancing back at her. "Remain where you are now. I wish to hear his story. If he should recognize you before now..."

"I don't see how he could miss me your Majesty," she thought with an odd feeling of resentment. Gene's eyes had wandered over towards her, but there was no sign of recognition. For the first time she was outside looking in, and it felt uncomfortable to be the stranger. Now more than ever she felt like she had never been that human girl who had been lovers with Star Child. Had her life in the other world been an illusion, and was she merely Saiyan all along? Was it her mind trying to cloud her old memories? Either way, the memories were slipping away behind a wall to block them from disturbing here from the here and now. Vegeta said it was a natural defense of a Saiyan warrior. For now she was thankful to forget.

***

An hour later, they all sat in the medical bay lounge, facing one another on the easy chairs and sofas. Gene still half reclined on the sofa along the far wall with Christine leaning against him, while Jeannie sat on his left. Vegeta occupied the chair directly in front of them, while Radditzu and Tomique stood immediately behind him at attention. Periodically, Tomique saw Gene's eyes wandering over her bare legs. Like Radditzu and Nappa, and Cabernet she wore no leggings. Instead she had bare legs and arms with golden tanned skin, curving over hard muscle the strength of steel cables. Her hair fluffed about in a mass of spikes that resembled Star Child's Psycho circus phase. The pink lens of her scouter concealed her left eye, and she tried to hide within this armored persona for she was suddenly afraid of what Gene would think if he knew who she really was.

"Well that's the whole story in a nutshell," Gene said, leaning back and sliding his arm around Christine's shoulder.

"Very interesting. But that doesn't answer all my questions. Yet you are a guest in my domain, and as such the necessary luxuries will be provided for you. But the fact remains that something ELSE happened during your arrival..."

"What would that be?" asked Gene. Christine opened her mouth to say something but sensed Vegeta glaring at her.

"Don't speak yet. I'm still talking here," Vegeta snapped at her. Jeannie glared at Tomique who glared back.

"Mind your own business," Tomique telepathed loudly at Jeannie. She blinked hard at the thoughts projected clearly. While invading a mind of a fellow Saiyan was forbidden, mental telepathy didn't fall under that category. Especially when talking to other warriors.

"Sorry your Highness," Jeannie apologized. Then she added mentally, "Don't think that you're going to be off the hook. My dad doesn't know who you are, and maybe it's best he doesn't!"

"Whatever. Just back off. I don't give a shit what you think of me. Just leave it go," Tomique telepathed back before shutting off the link to Jeannie.

"Well, what's your question?" Gene asked. "Why are you glaring at me like that all of a sudden. Did I miss something."

Vegeta crossed his knees and peered at Gene with dark eyes. He saw the light brown eyes of the Demon narrow in confusion, and then glowed red as he said, "Your fellow warriors were killed, were they not? In your fight with Blackwell?"

"Yes as far as I know. I was the only survivor, except for my grandson, and the other ladies in waiting. Elliot I don't know about, and Tyler and Mona are still missing. Why do you ask?"

"Your companions were called Beast King, Celestial and Star child were they not?" asked Vegeta.

"Yes... that's right. I guess our reputation proceeds us," Gene laughed. He stopped and met the Prince's gaze.

"The Star Child is a telepath I believe. Of no mean ability, is he not?" asked Vegeta.

Gene anticipated that there was a definite reason for Vegeta's questioning, and suspicion rose in his eyes. Like a chess match the two strong personalities clashed, the tension crackling in the room. Gene said, "Yes... but why do you ask?"

"One of my warriors was attacked mentally. By a being matching his description. I want to know why he would do such a despicable thing," Vegeta asked, voice growling slowly.

The Demon's eyes flared red, then he snarled, "Now WAIT a minute, your Majesty... Paul would NEVER do that without a reason! Who did he attack! Are you sure it wasn't a trick? Blackwell could have been..."

"I can't imagine Paul doing such a thing unless he was threatened," Jeannie said. "Who was it?"

"One of my warriors, and don't interrupt me, Jeannie," Vegeta glared at her, and she quailed with the force of his irate glare for her interruption.

"He's right. It's not polite to interrupt Jeannie�" Gene reminded her. "I was talking to him first�"

"Who it is, is not important. I want to know why you think your companion would do such a thing, if he's DEAD?"

"Paul's on another plain of existence. The reality he entered is another dimension called Astron Tellar," Gene said. "From time to time, my daughter, myself and others have the power to visit it with astral bodies. From what I know, Paul was very much alive there. He was asked to become some sort of protector..."

"Like Dende?" asked Christine. "I guess you could say they are becoming the Kami or Kai of that world?"

"Dende is the guardian of Chikyuu," said Vegeta. "In this universe all worlds have some sort of being watching over them. Be they a spirit or god or whatever. But that's not the point. What I want to know is by whose authority he would abuse his power?"

"He's the Star Bearer. One of the four guardians of Astron Tellar. How should I know?" Gene asked impatiently. "Anyway, Paul wouldn't use his powers without good reason! Could you please tell me what the hell is going on? Who did he attack?"

"I see that you are just as confused as I am," Vegeta sighed. "This line of questioning is getting us nowhere... but we will continue till I get to the bottom of"

"Sire, couldn't we wait till he's gotten some food into him? Please?" asked Jeannie.

"Forgive me, I've forgotten my manners. You and your mate will be allowed to sleep here. I shall resume discussion of this matter in private in the morning..."

"Look Prince Vegeta, no insult, but Paul doesn't use his powers lightly. No matter what it might seem like... there's a good reason for what he does," said Gene.

"I'm sure that's the case. But enough of this. You are invited to join me for dinner. It's at eight. I trust you'll be there with your mate?" Vegeta asked.

"Yes of course. No hard feelings, your Majesty, but Paul's one of my oldest friends. And if he's done something that's against one of your laws, I will do what I can to clear this up. I'm sure it was a mistake," said Gene with a hint of threat.

"Indeed. I shall take my leave of you now," Vegeta said, rising to his feet. "Welcome to Chikyuu. Do make yourself comfortable for the time being..."

***

"Remain here. Jeannie... I wish you to come as soon as you can," said Vegeta. He walked out of the room alone, leaving them behind.

"Tomique, remain here. I'm sure that the Demon will have lots of questions to ask of you. And you and Radditzu shall provide anything they should ask..." said Vegeta.

"I could do that... it's not necessary for HER to remain here, or him," said Jeannie annoyedly.

"Jeannie, what's going on?" Gene asked her.

"Excuse me, but I have no time for this. I don't like to be kept waiting, sub commander..." Vegeta snorted as he walked out. "I'm going to meet Nappa and Cabernet. Don't be late."

Gene shook his head as Vegeta exited with Radditzu. Tomique hung back, and glanced at him. Radditzu motioned with his head, and led her over to sit down in the sofa immediately opposite Gene and his mate.

"Right," she said as the door slid shut.

"Jeannie, who are these people. You should introduce us... because damn if the Saiyan women aren't as pretty as earthlings... what was your name?" Gene asked, running claws through his long straight black mass of hair.

"This is my mate, Tomique," said Radditzu with a low growl, eyes staring Gene down as he bared his fangs.

"Dad, you have GOT to be kidding me! Don't you know that's..." Jeannie glared at her.

"Jeannie, relax will you?" Christine snapped at her.

Jeannie snarled, "Look, I'm getting MIGHTY sick of this. Since WHEN did you have ANY training like that! They tell me you and Radditzu single-handedly fought off a whole two squads of destroyers?"

"Jeannie..." Gene sighed. "You're getting rude. Knock it off! They're our hosts!"

"For God's sake don't you recognize her!" Jeannie snorted at him, her dragon green eyes flaring scarlet. To Gene's surprise he saw purple lightening crackle around Tomique's hands, and her hair stood on end with the same energy.

"Jeannie, back off," said Tomique angrily. "If you have something to say, spit it out!"

"Wait a minute... do I know you?" Gene asked, glancing at her. Christine chuckled, and Jeannie snorted angrily.

"Don't you recognize me?" asked Tomique, with a slight smile. Gene glanced at her, then squinted hard. He shook his head.

"Not that you aren't a lovely� well what was it� for a Saiyan? But I don't recall us meeting� although you do look somewhat like someone I knew�" said Gene with a laugh.

"That's Atomic Girl dad! Honestly!" Jeannie ranted. "God, why are you playing dumb girl?"

"Don't speak to my mate like that! You may be my superior but you don't treat her with disrespect!" Radditzu snapped.

"Butt out, Donkey Kong Junior!" Jeannie yelled at him.

"You care to take this up with me? Name the place and time, and I shall�" Radditzu snarled.

"Radditzu, knock it off! She's mine anyway," Tomique hissed, baring her teeth at him. Gene noticed how sharp her canines were, and licked his own. Something sensual about her dark brown eyes flaring with power jogged his memory. Paul's girlfriend had the same penetrating eyes. Yet these Saiyans had eyes he couldn't see his reflection in when they were mad. Most of the time they could, but when they burned with rage, it was as if the eyes were black holes. Onyx black and hard as coal.

"Jeannie, ENOUGH! Cool it, NOW!" Gene snapped at her. "I won't tolerate you being rude!"

"But Dad..." Jeannie blinked. It was Gene's turn to bare his sharp teeth and let a hiss like a serpent escape his lips. In his throat rumbled a low growl much like a Saiyan's, but more guttural and at a lower frequency.

"No buts!" snapped Gene. "I mean it. Settle down or walk away!"

"Stupid pain in the ass! Just HOW the hell do you know so much..." Jeannie glared at Tomique who snarled under her breath.

"Saiyan training," said Tomique, glaring at her. "Why do you care?"

"Excuse me, What did I just say?" Gene growled at Jeannie.

"I'll see you at dinner Dad. I've got to get some AIR!" she snarled, storming out as she glared at Tomique. Shaking his head, Gene glanced up at her. He sighed and looked to Tomique who was heaving in and out with long labored breaths. Her teeth still bared and gnashed much like a chimpanzee's, letting low grunts escape in a language he couldn't understand. Radditzu said something in the same harsh guttural language, and she relaxed.

***

"What's wrong with her, Christine... why is she so mad at you, huh?" he asked, glancing at Tomique. She got up and crossed over to where Jeannie had been on the sofa next to him. Radditzu stood up, and strode over to stand next to her, his dark hair standing more on end.

"Gene, don't you know who I am?" Tomique asked, sitting down next to him as she let her tail swish about.

"You look familiar. Wait a minute... it couldn't be..." he asked.

"Couldn't be what?" Radditzu asked.

"You know you look a hell of a lot like me. I should sue you for copyright infringement," Gene joked looking at Radditzu.

"What does THAT mean?" Radditzu glanced at his mate. She giggled.

"Gene, honestly!" she laughed.

"It is her," said Christine quietly.

"Tryn?" he asked, blinking at her. "How the hell... but you've got a TAIL... and you look like..."

"Yes," she nodded, wiping away tears as she removed her scouter.

Gene gasped and then let out a loud laugh. "Son of a BITCH, it IS you! Damn you had me going! How the hell have you been girl?" Gene laughed, sweeping her up in a hug. Radditzu growled, but Christine moved over to grab him from pummeling Gene.

"Relax... it's okay," said Christine. "He's not going to steal her away!"

"She's my mate, damn it," Radditzu snarled.

"Radditzu, calm down! Don't be jealous!" Tomique said.

"Wait... he's your..." gasped Gene, letting Tomique go. "You two..."

"Yes," Radditzu said, glaring down at Gene. "She's my mate."

"Sorry..." Gene laughed. "No hard feelings. It's just that she and I go way back..."

"Gene, something has happened to me... and it involves Paul..."

"Paul? Oh... wait... you mean... oh shit... no way...." Gene shook his head. "But he's dead and moved on... you mean to tell me he... that can't be!"

"He did invade her mind. She isn't lying," Radditzu growled at him. "My mate wouldn't..."

Gene held up his clawed hand and looked up at Radditzu, saying, "Settle down, Mighty Joe Young! I'm not calling anyone anything! Paul's my friend and..."

"If he's your friend then he has much to answer for! He attacked my mate with no provocation!" growled Radditzu.

"Radz-chan, settle down!" Tomique snapped at him.

"Now wait a damn minute! I don't know what the fuck is going on here!" Gene snarled at Radditzu.

"Neither do I. Someone care to update me?" Christine asked, glaring at him as well.

"Please Radditzu, calm down. He doesn't know what happened. He's been asleep for 12 hours... just relax... please," said Tomique as she pushed herself between them.

"Easy Gene, it's all right... look, Radditzu... he doesn't know... you'd better tell us just what happened, and quick!" Christine said. "Lets all just sit down and relax and stay calm okay?"

"Fine," Radditzu answered grimly, glaring at Gene.

"Better get me a Fresca or something. I take it this is gonna be a long story," Gene grumbled, folding his knees and leaning back to look at Radditzu and Tomique sitting side by side, hands clasped. Radditzu's tail lashed back and forth angrily, the fur on it fluffing up like an angry cat's.

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