Hidden Light (A DragonBall Super Fanfic)

Power Unearned

Author's P.O.V.

Everyone stared at Whis's projection in shock, deeply surprised by what they just saw, as they were able to witness everything that happened. Not only did Zira have the power of a god herself, but she barely used it to put an end to Beerus and Goku's battle. Even Whis himself was taken aback by what the Saiyan had accomplished. He couldn't help but wonder how she had come to acquire such power, and why she would keep it hidden.

"Holy crap, she just stopped them both....with only two attacks!" Krillin cried. Piccolo narrowed his eyes. "I started to wonder from the moment I saw her unusual Super Saiyan form, but it's clear now Zira isn't any normal Saiyan. Her power goes farther than I ever imagined." he stated. 

"But I don't understand. Why wouldn't she tell us about this before?" Eighteen said.

"Well, Beerus and I were speaking with her earlier....it would appear she isn't proud of her power," everyone looked to Whis in surprise as he spoke, "she even goes so far as to wear that necklace, which hides her energy levels. It's as if she's trying to forget she even posses such strength. She explain why she feels this way, but....from the way she looked before, it's probably a personal reason." Vegeta clenched his teeth, feeling anger build up inside him.

"What kind of ridiculous crap is that? What kind of Saiyan doesn't take pride in themselves?" he spat. Whis took down the projection and looked up at the sky.

"Feel free to ask her yourself." he replied. Everyone looked up as well. Zira began to slowly levitate down towards the boat, holding Goku under one arm, and holding Lord Beerus under the other.

Zira's P.O.V.

I carefully stepped down onto the floorboards of the boat. Once I was grounded firmly I knelt down and carefully laid down Beerus and Goku. Both remained motionless, breathing softly while their unconscious minds wandered to who knows where. I finally looked up to everyone else, seeing a large amount of shocked expressions. I couldn't help but feel a knot form in my stomach. Transforming back to my normal form, I quickly threw my necklace back around my neck, which I grabbed after I knocked out Goku.

"Zira, what you did up there...." Gohan said. I frowned, shyly pushing a strand of hair behind me. 

"....I'm sorry. I never meant to keep anything from you guys. I just....I'm not proud of my power." I said quietly. Vegeta only sneered at that comment. He opened his mouth to say something, but suddenly Bulma approached me and hugged me. I blinked, my eyes widening in surprise. What is she doing....?

"What do you have to apologize for?" she pulled away, giving me a big smile. "You're the one that saved us. You were able to stop those two from fighting, and now we don't have to worry about the universe being destroyed! I think that's something to be proud of!" she stated. I felt a small blush creep on my face. "O-Oh well, of course, I mean...." I murmured, but Krillin spoke up.

"Yeah! We're just glad that we're all safe! We really appreciate you saving our butts! Seriously, I'm not sure what we would've done without your help!" he stated. Everyone began to nod in agreement. I couldn't help but be taken aback by the sudden praise. 

"So, then....you don't have any questions? About what my abilities are? Or how I got them? None of you are mad I kept this a secret?" 

Everyone looked at me surprised, glancing at each other momentarily, then gave me understanding expressions. "Well, of course we're curious about your power. But, we also understand that some things aren't mentioned for a reason, right? So if you're not comfortable sharing everything about it, then we respect that." Gohan explained. My eyes widened, completely taken aback by everyone's compassion. They were all willing to be this understanding about it? That's....that's really nice of them.