As the days passed, Goku's bonds with the Shadow Garden members deepened. Beta and Delta had already confessed their love to him, and Goku, in his innocent and straightforward way, had responded with sincerity. But there were still other members of the Shadow Garden whose feelings for Goku were quietly growing, and it was only a matter of time before those feelings came to the surface.
For **Gamma** and **Alpha**, that moment was fast approaching.
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**Goku's Proposal to Gamma**
Gamma was used to being in control. She was the strategist, the one who always thought several steps ahead, and she prided herself on her ability to keep a cool head no matter the situation. But lately, Goku had been disrupting that control in ways she couldn't quite explain.
It wasn't just his strength—though that was certainly impressive. It was the way he approached everything with such simplicity, such pure-hearted honesty. He wasn't trying to win anyone over or manipulate anyone; he was just being himself. And somehow, that made her care for him more than she had ever cared for anyone before.
One evening, Gamma found herself in the training area, watching Goku as he moved through his usual exercises. She had been avoiding this moment for days now, unsure of how to confront the feelings that had been building inside her. But she knew she couldn't avoid it forever.
"Goku," Gamma called out, stepping into the room.
He paused mid-punch, turning to her with his ever-present grin. "Oh, hey, Gamma! What's up?"
Gamma walked closer, her heart racing slightly. She wasn't used to feeling this way—vulnerable, uncertain. But Goku's presence had a way of making everything seem less complicated, even if it was anything but simple.
"I've been thinking about something," Gamma began, her voice steady but quiet. "About you."
Goku blinked, clearly surprised. "About me?"
Gamma nodded, taking a deep breath. "I'm not good at this kind of thing, but... I think I've started to care about you, Goku. More than I expected."
There was a long pause as Goku processed her words. He wasn't the type to understand the complexities of love, but he could feel the sincerity in Gamma's voice. And that was enough for him.
"I care about you too, Gamma," Goku said softly. "You're always looking out for everyone, and you're really smart. I like that about you."
Gamma's heart skipped a beat at his words. It wasn't a grand declaration of love, but coming from Goku, it was as real as anything could be.
"I don't know how to explain this," Gamma continued, her voice softer now. "But you've made me see things differently. You've made me realize that maybe life isn't all about planning and strategy. Maybe there's something more."
Goku smiled, his expression as genuine as ever. "I think you're right. Life's more fun when you don't think too hard about it."
Gamma laughed softly, feeling a warmth spread through her chest. She wasn't used to this—letting her guard down, being open about her feelings. But with Goku, it didn't feel as scary as it usually did.
"Goku," Gamma said, her voice barely above a whisper, "I love you."
Goku blinked, surprised but not confused. He had heard those words before now—first from Beta, then from Delta—and each time, it made him feel something deep inside. Something that wasn't about fighting or strength, but about the people he cared about.
"I love you too, Gamma," Goku said with a grin. "I'm not really sure what that means for us, but I know I want you to stay with me."
Gamma felt her heart swell with emotion. Goku's simplicity, his honesty—it was everything she hadn't realized she needed.
"Of course I'll stay with you," Gamma whispered, a soft smile tugging at her lips. "Always."
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**Goku's Proposal to Alpha**
While Gamma had quietly come to terms with her feelings for Goku, **Alpha** was a different story. As the leader of the Shadow Garden, she had always maintained a certain distance from her comrades, always focusing on the mission, on their shared goal of defeating the Cult of Diablos. But ever since Goku had arrived, something had shifted within her.
She had watched as Beta, Delta, and Gamma had grown closer to Goku, each of them drawn to his strength and sincerity in their own way. And as much as she tried to deny it, Alpha found herself thinking about Goku more than she should.
For Alpha, admitting her feelings was difficult. She wasn't used to letting emotions get in the way of her duty. But Goku... he was different. He had a way of breaking down her defenses without even realizing he was doing it. And that terrified her.
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One night, after everyone else had gone to bed, Alpha found herself wandering through the halls of the base, lost in thought. She wasn't sure where she was going, but her feet seemed to lead her to the training area, where she found Goku sitting on the floor, staring up at the stars through a small window.
He looked so peaceful, so content, and for a moment, Alpha just watched him, unsure of what to say.
"Hey, Alpha," Goku called out, noticing her presence without turning around. "You couldn't sleep either, huh?"
Alpha stepped forward, her heart pounding in her chest. "No. I've had... a lot on my mind."
Goku glanced up at her, his usual carefree grin in place. "Wanna talk about it?"
Alpha hesitated for a moment, then sat down beside him. "I've been thinking a lot about you, Goku."
"Oh? Why's that?" Goku asked, tilting his head in confusion.
Alpha took a deep breath, her hands clasped tightly in her lap. "Because you're unlike anyone I've ever met. You're strong, yes, but there's more to you than that. You care about people in a way that's... different."
Goku scratched his head, clearly unsure of where she was going with this. "I guess I just don't like seeing people get hurt. That's why I fight."
Alpha smiled faintly, shaking her head. "It's more than that, Goku. You've made me realize that there's more to life than just fighting. You've made me see things I never thought I'd see."
Goku blinked, clearly surprised. "Wow. I didn't know I was doing all that."
Alpha laughed softly, her heart pounding in her chest. She wasn't used to feeling this way—vulnerable, unsure. But Goku's presence had a way of making everything seem less complicated, even if it was anything but simple.
"Goku," Alpha said quietly, her voice barely above a whisper, "I love you."
Goku stared at her for a moment, his eyes wide with surprise. "You... love me?"
Alpha nodded, her heart racing. "Yes. I've tried to push it aside, but I can't. I care about you more than I've cared about anyone in a long time."
There was a long pause as Goku processed her words, and then, in his usual simple, sincere way, he smiled.
"I love you too, Alpha," Goku said softly. "I don't know if I get all of this love stuff, but I know I care about you. And I don't want you to go anywhere."
Alpha felt a warmth spread through her chest, her heart swelling with emotion. She wasn't used to letting her guard down, but with Goku, it felt... right.
"I'm not going anywhere, Goku," Alpha whispered, her smile soft. "Not anymore."
