In Your Dreams: Chapter 26

For the second time that day Goku found himself waking from a state of unconsciousness. This time, however, he woke up in a comfortable bed rather than on the forest floor. The warm blankets that covered him gave him a sense of security, but what really put him at ease was the weight of a hand on his arm. He already knew it was Vegeta based on his scent.

Goku opened his eyes to visually confirm his assumption, and sure enough, the older man was seated beside his bed. He appeared to have fallen asleep, and Goku watched him for a long time before his gaze became unfocused in thought.

He seemed to have recovered from whatever attack he'd suffered earlier that day, but his heart still throbbed from his emotional upset. The other Saiyajin had sent him away; rejected him without even giving him a chance to explain why he'd said what he had. He'd been dismissed so quickly and without remorse it seemed, and the fact he seemed to mean so little to the prince was a hard pill to swallow.

On the other hand, Vegeta had come for him, and he was still here with him now. What for? Goku thought he'd learned to understand the older man and his ways over the years, but now he wasn't so sure. He had no idea what Vegeta wanted anymore, or what he was feeling. He was confused, and he didn't have a clue as to where he stood with the older man... that is, if he had a place with him at all.

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He hadn't realized he'd fallen asleep until he opened his eyes, and Vegeta was both relieved and nervous to find that the other Saiyajin was awake and seemed to be feeling better. Kakarotto was silently staring up at the ceiling, and he appeared to be deep in thought. Based on his expression however, he seemed upset. That wouldn't do.

''Kakarotto.''

The prince waited until the other turned his head to look at him before he continued.

''I'll get to the point. At some point in the lab you formed a one-sided partial bond with me. I doubt you even realized you'd done so. When I sent you away today, you interpreted that as a rejection, which is what caused your attack today.''

The clearly displayed surprise on the younger man's face confirmed that he hadn't known about the bond he'd formed with the prince, and Vegeta took a deep breath in order to prepare himself for what he would say next. This wouldn't be easy on either of them.

''Kakarotto, I think it would be best for both of us if this bond was broken.''

The older man watched as Goku's brow tightened, but his expression was otherwise unreadable.

''A bond should be established only with the consent of both parties involved, and I think it's obvious neither of us were prepared for this.''

Vegeta paused for just a moment in order to give the younger man a chance to speak, but he remained silent.

''There is a way to break a partial bond without harming either person. However, we should wait until you are fully recovered before attempt it.''

Again the prince waited for Goku to say something, but the other Saiyajin only lowered his eyes away from his own. With nothing left to say himself, Vegeta stood and left the other alone.

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Goku remained in that room alone for nearly an hour before he finally sat up and slid out of the bed. He frowned when his weakened legs threatened to give out beneath his weight, but he forced himself to stay on his feet as he treaded across the room to the door. The Saiyajin used his nose to follow the scent of the one he sought, and it wasn't long before he found himself at Vegeta's old bedroom door. Apparently the other Saiyajin no longer wished to stay in the same room as him.

Goku drew in a deep breath to prepare himself for the confrontation he was about to have, but the door in front if him suddenly swung open before he could even raise his hand to knock. The younger man's eyes locked with Vegeta's, and a long silence stretched on between them before he was finally able to find his voice.

''Why?''

The other Saiyajin raised an eyebrow. ''Why what?''

A wave of anger washed over Goku at the simple question. How could he not know?!

''Why do you want to break the bond?! I thought you wanted this!'' The younger man's hands curled into fists at his sides as he glared up at the prince, and his voice dropped into a low hiss. ''Or was it only that you wanted the pure-blooded Saiyajins I could give you?''

Vegeta's eyes widened, but Goku wasn't sure if it was because of what he said, or how he'd said it. Regardless of the reason, the older man suddenly dragged him inside the room and slammed the door shut behind them. Goku found himself once again pressed against the wall with a pair of strong hands gripping his shoulders.

''Let's make one thing clear, Kakarotto.'' Vegeta growled. ''I wanted you long before I even KNEW you were capable to carrying cubs! The fact that you can only makes you that much more precious to me. Do you understand?!''

Much to Goku's frustration, all his anger drained away and a sense of despair took its' place, leaving him feeling weak again.

''No!'' he cried. ''I don't understand! I don't understand you at all!'' The younger Saiyajin drew in a trembling breath before continuing. ''Every time I think I know what you want, you do or say something to completely contradict yourself! I know what I want, Vegeta, but I need you to tell me right now what YOU want!''

Goku raised shimmering eyes to those of Vegeta's, and he watched as the Prince's mouth opened and closed several times without sound before he pushed on.

''Do you want to break the bond?!''

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Vegeta's mind raced as he tightened his grip on the younger man he still had pressed against the wall. If he wasn't reading this wrong, it seemed to him that Kakarotto wanted to be with him. It was obvious the very thought that he may not want the same was tearing the other Saiyajin apart inside, and that surprised the prince more than anything. He never knew Goku felt so strongly toward him, and he was having trouble wrapping his mind around it.

Kakarotto DID love him.... And he almost sent him away forever... almost .

The corners of Vegeta's lips turned upward in a small smile, and Goku literally stopped breathing.

''No. I don't want to break the bond. I want to complete it.''

The prince waited until the younger man exhaled his held breath before he pressed their lips together. He immediately felt the other Saiyajin yield to him, and he growled low in his throat as he thrust his tongue into Goku's mouth and pressed himself tightly to his smaller body. The moan Vegeta wrung from his soon to be lover sent chills down his spine and caused the fur on his tail to stand on end.

The older Saiyajin explored the other's mouth for awhile longer before pulling back.

''Are you sure, Kakarotto?''

Goku looked at him as if he were insane. However, instead of answering verbally, the younger man waved his tail behind him and purred. Vegeta wasn't sure what he was doing at first, but a few seconds later a strong and arousing scent filled his senses. The prince growled low and deep in his chest as his eyes drooped.

Kakarotto was releasing a scent that a Saiyajin reserved only for their chosen; a scent that displayed both their fertility and their willingness to mate. No words could have convinced Vegeta that Goku wanted this more than that.

The older man wrapped his tail around Goku's waist as he ran his hand over the other's thigh. The smaller man was quick to understand, and he allowed himself to be supported in his mate's arms as he wrapped his legs around the prince's waist.

Vegeta shivered when he felt Kakarotto's tongue lap over the sensitive skin on his neck, and he quickly turned and moved over to the bed. He carefully placed one knee on the mattress and slowly leaned forward until Goku's back hit the sheets, and the prince settled himself onto the submissive body below his own.

With the younger man's legs still wound tightly around his waist, Vegeta was easily able to feel Kakarotto's arousal straining against his own, and he bucked his hips downward as he waved his tail in the air above them. His own scent glands began to release a heavy musk, and Goku's eyes seemed to glaze over in response.

The prince latched his mouth onto the other Saiyajin's throat when it was suddenly exposed as Goku tipped his head back, and he tasted the warm and vulnerable flesh as he explored with his hands. Gi shirts were quickly untucked from their blue sash and Vegeta leaned back only long enough to bring the shirts up over Goku's head before tossing them aside and continuing his oral exploration along his partner's neck. The prince paused when his tongue found the flutter of the other's pulse, and he gave the sensitive spot extra attention, causing Goku to shiver and moan below him.

The prince chuckled at the responses he received as he moved down and sucked on an already peaked nipple. He heard Goku inhale sharply the moment contact was made, and a second later fingers had tightly tangled themselves in his hair. Vegeta could also hear the steady thumping of the Saiyajin's tail as it repeatedly hit the mattress beside them.

Responsive.

After spending a few more minutes lavishing Goku's chest and stomach, Vegeta sat up and gently tugged at the legs that were still wrapped around his waist. He felt the reluctance to let go as the younger man hesitated for a moment before slowly unwrapping them from around his mate. Large black eyes watched in confusion as the prince moved from between spread thighs.

Vegeta could see the worry in the other's face, and he quickly put his fears to rest.

''I want to see all of you, Kakarotto.''

He grinned at the blush that spread over Goku's face as he pulled off both boots and loosened the blue sash before sliding off orange pants. The prince licked his lips in anticipation as he hooked his fingers beneath the rim of the other Saiyajin's boxers before sliding them off, leaving the younger man gloriously nude.

Vegeta leaned back and let his eyes wander over the perfect body spread out before him. This was the first time he'd been able to fully view and appreciate Goku's figure, and it was certainly worth the wait. His smaller form suited him perfectly, leaving him slim with sleek muscle covered in satiny pale skin. He felt like he could simply sit and stare at this perfect specimen of a Saiyajin forever.

''Vegeta...''

The prince blinked and looked up at the other's blushing face. He noticed that Goku had drawn his legs together as he'd admired him, and a black tail had moved to cover his most private parts.

''W-What's wrong?''

Vegeta shook his head and leaned forward to bury his nose in the younger man's hair. He inhaled that addicting scent deeply into his lungs.

''Nothing is wrong, Kakarotto. I was simply admiring the most beautiful creature I've ever seen, and wondering what I did to deserve you.''

The prince could feel Goku's face heat up even more.

''I'm not----''

''You are beautiful.'' Vegeta interrupted. He settled himself on the bed and drew Kakarotto up until he sat nestled between his legs, back to his larger chest. The prince wrapped his arms around the other and took hold of Goku's chin, forcing him to look at a full length mirror that sat facing them across the room.

''Look.''

Vegeta watched the other Saiyajin's expression in the mirror, and he frowned when Goku drew his tail between his legs before drawing them to his chest and looking away to the side.

''What's the matter, Kakarotto? Why won't you look at yourself?''

The smaller Saiyajin only shook his head. The prince sighed and drew away from the younger man long enough to shed his own clothes before holding Goku like he had before. Despite the heat generated when their naked flesh pressed together, a shiver still wracked Vegeta's frame. It was a pleasant feeling.

Again the older man took hold of Goku's chin and forced him to look at their reflections. The smaller Saiyajin frowned as he looked at the difference in both their mass and skin tones.

''I look weak.''

Vegeta's brow rose in surprise as his eyes snapped away from the mirror and instead focused on the man he held in his arms. Goku tilted back his head to look him in the eye, and the prince saw the insecurity for the first time.

''I can't even reach Super Saiyajin anymore. I can't help if the Earth needs to be defended. I'm a burden.''

Vegeta frowned. People had always depended on Goku for his strength and for protection when they needed it. They'd always turned to him for help when there was an enemy to be fought or when lives were at risk. It seemed as if Goku associated friends with his strength, and now that he didn't have his power, he was suddenly feeling worthless and unimportant. He probably felt like no one would need him anymore now that he wasn't as useful in battle.

The prince could relate. He too used to feel that the more power he had the more important he was in the eyes of others; the greater his worth. However, he learned over the years that that didn't matter to his friends and family. They valued HIM, not his ki.

It was time Kakarotto learned that lesson.

''Kakarotto, did you ever view me as a burden when you were stronger than me?''

Goku's eyes widened in alarm, and he shook his head. ''No! Never!''

''Then why would you believe anyone would think that about you?''

The younger Saiyajin frowned and turned his attention back to the mirror. Vegeta watched as the other man studied his reflection. He still didn't seem convinced.

The prince rested his chin on Goku's shoulder and began to explore the other's flesh with his hands. He ran his fingers down a supple neck, grazed across a collarbone, and explored well defined pecs and abs before smoothing across curved hips. Vegeta nuzzled his nose into the younger man's neck as he slowly pressed his hands against the insides of Goku's thighs, urging the other Saiyajin to part his legs again. He was met with resistance.

''Kakarotto... I want to see my mate.''

The younger man shivered and rested a hand on each of Vegeta's legs, and the prince watched their reflections as Goku bit down on his lower lip and finally allowed his legs to be parted. A furious blush returned to his face as he looked away from the mirror, and Vegeta only chuckled as he brushed his tail across the other's cheek.

''Beautiful.''

''Stop saying that.''

''Never.''

The prince didn't give the younger man a chance to object before he wrapped his hand around his member. Goku gasped and tried to curl up, but Vegeta pulled him back against his chest with his free hand and wrapped his tail around one leg to keep it stretched out. The older man purred as he stoked the hardening flesh in his palm, and he delighted in the pants and choked moans he wrung from the Saiyajin he held tightly against his body.

Goku pressed himself back against a strong chest and he raised one arm and tangled his fingers in Vegeta's hair. He brought his other hand up to his mouth and bit down on his knuckle as he squeezed his eyes shut.

''No, open your eyes. I want you to watch.''

Goku whined when the older man suddenly stopped all movement, and he reluctantly cracked open his eyes and looked into the mirror again. Vegeta cast him a devilish smirk, and Goku blinked when the prince hooked his hands beneath his already bent knees and pulled them up even more. He squeaked in surprise when his body was shifted and he slide down Vegeta's chest a little more.

The reason behind the move was clear when the younger man looked back down at the mirror. The new position had angled his hips enough that he was now fully exposed and accessible to his mate's roaming hands. The realization both thrilled him and scared him.

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Vegeta almost laughed the moment Goku realized what he'd done, but he managed to control himself at the last second. He didn't want the younger man to think he was mocking him, after all. Seeing his mate so vulnerable and exposed had left him incredibly aroused, and he could hardly wait to bury himself in that tight heat. First thing was first though, and he had to make sure the other Saiyajin was ready for him.

The prince made sure Goku was still watching as he lowered his hand between his spread legs and gently ran his fingers through the fur on the underside of a black tail. Sure enough, the appendage had begun to secrete lubrication, and Vegeta made sure to coat his fingers thoroughly before he moved back to the younger man's entrance.

Goku visibly tensed when he first made contact with his most intimate and private place, and he squirmed within Vegeta's grasp in an attempt to cover himself again.

''Shhh. Trust me, Kakarotto.''

Vegeta caressed the younger man's cheek with his tail when black eyes rose to meet his own, and he grinned when Goku relaxed against him and returned his gaze to the mirror.

The prince slowly circled his mate's entrance with a slick finger before gently pressing the digit forward, gradually increasing the pressure until the tight ring of muscle yielded and allowed him inside. A low hiss escaped from between Goku's clenched teeth, and Vegeta lowered his head and licked the delicate shell of an ear. That hiss turned into a sigh and the smaller man arched into him.

Vegeta slowly pumped his finger in and out of the other Saiyajin, and he was thrilled to see that the imagery the mirror provided was exciting not only himself, but Kakarotto was well. The younger Saiyajin's eyes were locked on his hand, and he'd spread his knees further apart to improve the view.

The older man gently teased Goku's erect member with his free hand to distract him as he added a second finger to the first. If the addition caused pain, he couldn't tell. The other Saiyajin seemed to have been reduced to a trembling mass of flesh, and he seemed eager for more as his hips moved in a slight downward motion against his hand.

Vegeta furrowed his brow as he struggled to control himself. He gently scissored his fingers inside of the other Saiyajin as he gently pumped them in and out, making sure to spread the lubrication Kakarotto's body provided thoroughly. The worst thing he could do right now was hurt his mate.

''Vegeta...'' The prince looked down at the man in his arms when he heard his name spoken in a raspy voice. Goku was looking up at him, face flushed. ''Now...''

''You're sure?''

The nod he received was all he needed, and Vegeta removed his fingers. His mind raced as he tried to pick the best position to take his mate for the first time. As arousing as taking Kakarotto on all fours sounded, he wanted to see his lover's face when he slid inside of him. They had a lifetime to experiment with different positions, after all.

Vegeta scooted back and turned Goku around before gently pushing him onto his back. The older man smiled when the other Saiyajin spread his legs to allow him space between them, and he eagerly moved forward and pressed his thighs beneath Goku's in order to tilt his hips up for easier access. The prince leaned forward and placed a passionate kiss on his mate's lips, and he gripped his own arousal as he slowly pushed forward.

Goku tossed his head back when the tip of Vegeta's arousal slipped inside of him, breaking their kiss as he drew in a deep lungful of air. The prince watched his face carefully as he buried himself in that tight heat, and he struggled to keep his movement slow and easy. It seemed to take hours, but finally he was buried to the hilt, and he paused for a moment in order for each of them to catch their breath.

Goku was panting, and a fine sheen of sweat had broken out along his brow. His eyes were squeezed shut, and he appeared to be in pain.

''Kakarotto... Are you ok?''

The younger man poked open an eye and looked up at the prince, and just when Vegeta was about to pull out, he gave a small smile and nodded, rocking his hips in a motion that sent a flash of light shooting through the older man's vision.

With a grunt, Vegeta slowly move his hips back, almost leaving Goku completely before slamming forward again. The Saiyajin below him shouted out in more pleasure than pain, and the prince chuckled darkly as he set a firm pace.

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Goku could feel his toes curl as Vegeta began to move inside of him. His body rocked with each thrust, and jolts of pleasure coursed through him like electricity. He gasped when Vegeta suddenly grabbed his legs and lifted them onto his shoulders, changing the angle and allowing for a deeper penetration. The younger Saiyajin moaned when the prince leaned over him, pressing him into the mattress and bending him nearly in half.

Goku's fingers clawed at the sheets in an attempt to brace himself against Vegeta's thrusts, but a particularly hard one jerked his body forward, causing Goku's head to fall back over the edge of the mattress. This meant he could now see the mirror again, and though they were upside down, the sight of Vegeta on top of him, burying his cock inside him, and completely dominating him was the most arousing thing he'd ever witnessed.

The younger Saiyajin gasped for breath when Vegeta moved his legs off his shoulders and instead wrapped them tightly around his waist. The prince pinned him in place with his weight as he settled heavily on top of him and suddenly buried his teeth into his neck with a deep growl.

Goku howled in both pleasure and pain as his blood began to freely flow across his mate's tongue, and his straining arousal twitched once before he released his essence into the small space between their bodies.

Vegeta licked at his wound and his hands tightened on the younger man's hips as he thrust into Goku several more times before he too released his seed into his body with a scream of pleasure. The smaller Saiyajin shivered when he felt the hot liquid coat his insides, and a deep feeling of satisfaction settled over him.

Vegeta remained buried inside of him as he lazily licked at the slowing flow of blood on his neck. Never before had Goku felt so content and loved, and he began to purr as his eyes slipped closed.

For a long time they lay there, and just before Goku drifted off to sleep, he heard a low declaration from his new mate.

''Mine.''

To be continue...