Someone's Life

Chapter 17: The Androids

Piccolo, Future Trunks, Vegeta, and Krillin have taken the Sailor Guardians to Kame House after they had defeated them. However, they didn't want to leave them to die somewhere in the wasteland. There is something about the Sailor Guardians. They may be the fighters like them, but they were different than the others.

Right now, Piccolo was sitting in a chair with his head over his arms in the bedroom. His arms were currently on Sailor Jupiter's bed. Krillin, Future Trunks, and Vegeta had taken off after saving them. Piccolo now has to watch over them under his care.

Suddenly, Sailor Jupiter slowly opened up her emerald eyes. Though her vision was blurry for a moment, she stood up only to feel a rush of pain hit her and she slumped her head back down on the pillow.

A pillow? Sailor Jupiter thought in confusion.

"I had brought you a pillow and a blanket to keep you and your friends comfortable." She heard Piccolo's voice, causing her to turn her head slightly. She could see his calm expression looking at her.

"Oh..." Sailor Jupiter took a deep breath, which came out as a short burst of air. "H-how long have I been out?"

Piccolo rubbed the back of his neck with his hand. "For a couple of hours. I've been here since then to keep an eye on you girls."

"Why did you save us?" Sailor Jupiter questioned him, "You would have let us all die there."

He sighed. "We couldn't leave you here, so we brought you to the Kame House after saving your life."

Sailor Jupiter felt her cheeks flush from Piccolo's kindness. "T-Thanks, but you didn't have to..."

Piccolo lifted up his shoulders. "Well, I don't want to leave you girls here all alone after the boys had left to find Cell. Otherwise, it would be quiet and lonely, so I am in charge to watch you."

That's true... Sailor Jupiter thought, then another thought came to her. "Where are my friends?"

"They're in the living room, resting. I have the others watch over them. Except Master Roshi because, you know, he likes to harass women like that."

"You mean he's a pervert!?" She said in shock.

Piccolo nodded. "Unfortunately, but don't worry, I'll make sure he doesn't touch you and the girls. Oolong, Mr. Turtle, and Pufar will be taking care of them, even with Tien and Yamcha."

Sailor Jupiter didn't respond to his answer, she just remained silent. She had wanted to thank him and the others for saving them, but she wasn't sure if she ever trust him.

"What about we talk for the time being? We have had some interactions here and there, including when I saved you from death." he frowned at remembering that horrible scene. "But I thought it would be nice to get to know you better."

Sailor Jupiter felt her cheeks redden once more, but she let out a weak giggle. "Okay." She began, "I'm Makoto. And you are."

"Piccolo." Then the two instantly hit it off, first starting with their interests, and then Makoto asking about his life and how his skin is green, which embarrassed him. He told her he is the Namekian. As he was telling her the story, beginning with his life, she had her emerald eyes on him, gazing into his onyx eyes.

Her eyes widened as she realized what she was doing. What is going on? Why do I suddenly feel all mushy inside? Is it because of Piccolo...? Makoto thought as she shook her head. No, it can't be...

Piccolo noticed her confused look, pausing the story. "Are you alright, Makoto?"

Makoto locked her eyes on the Namekian instantly, then quickly looked away. "I-I'm fine... um... you can continue..."

Now my heart is going at a faster pace... but I can't help it... she thought aside. Why do I have strange feelings for the Namekian? There is no way I would...

"If you're not feeling alright for the time being, I can continue the story later," Piccolo suggested.

Makoto assured him that she was alright and that she would love to hear more about the story. So with a sigh, Piccolo continued where he left off.

She carefully turned to her side and sunk the side of her head into the pillow. A shy smile came across her face as she blushed.

When he finished the story, he saw that Makoto had fallen asleep. He knew that she enjoyed the story.

I guess the story had tired her out... Piccolo contemplated. I'll let her sleep.

He leaned forward, moving the blanket up so it was now at Makoto's shoulder level. She does look attractive when she's asleep... he thought but felt his cheeks redden. Wait! Why am I feeling this way? I just met this girl for a day three years ago! That's weird! I'm not liking for the woman.

Piccolo then went to the living room and watched the news of Cell's attacks on TV while the others sleep. Just then, he sensed something outside and saw the trio of androids standing outside Kame House.

"Goku is not here." Android Sixteen stated, which shocked Piccolo.

Damn! They know where we are! Piccolo then woke up the others, and Android Seventeen asked where Goku was, saying that he will make them talk if necessary. Piccolo said he wanted to see Android Seventeen try, and pointed out an uninhabited island nearby where they can fight.

After telling the others to stay there, he and the androids flew over. Makoto hoped Piccolo can hold out while Piccolo told Android Seventeen he will not go down so easily this time.