Chapter 37

Since that day on Planet Vular Nova none stop couldn't stop thinking about Xeno and the way he exposed some parts of his muscular body he once held her down with when Zorion cheated during the conflict wanting him to wrap those soft and yet hard muscles around her neck again blaming these feelings on the pheromones or the first sight of a man that will actually fulfil her wildest fantasies. She even started drawing him secretly in her secret sketchbook based off her weird kinky fantasies and Xeno took the cake, but hiding in the bookshelf along with other books wasn't the brightest nor smartest of ideas if she didn't want anyone finding her obscure drawings her what some might think is a new crush. However even after a year went by and Riaura's son Vincent being brought into the world looking slightly like her father, Xeno was  busy helping the Alpha with some difficult tasks leaving Nova alone for quite some time despite paying weekly visits whenever he could.

The sun was blazing making it the perfect day for a family picnic as Nova was sat in the meadow she first met Zorion with her son having a lovely little meal she personally hand made for them while watching him play in the field before beginning to mess with the flowers as she softly exhaled glad to be living the life she always wanted by her son's side even if Xeno remained imaged in the back of his mind, but that quickly escalated when a rather big Ki appeared out of nowhere before immediately decreasing out of the sensing radius confusing her as she glanced off into the distance unsure of what to think of it at first.

"MAMA! *startles Nova as she quickly darted her eyes straight at him before sighing with relief* Look what I made!" He yelled from afar until rushing back over to her with a beautiful flower crown filled with a range of different coloured flowers leaving her in awe at the sight of them let alone so neatly tied in place securely. pushing them away from him and closer to his mother's face it was obvious that they were to be a gift. "Here, put it on. I made this specially for you since you really love flowers" the boy was sweet making her such a wonderful gift putting a smile on her face as she bowed her head forward allowing him to place it down on her head as she then pulled back while the boy clapped in approval and joy seeing how beautiful she looked in the flower crown he had made. "You look beautiful, mama" complimenting his mother as it had made her day far more enjoyable than she had expected being spoiled by her own child's love and affection. There was nothing more she could've wished for in the world than to be loved by her own child.

"Aww, thank you, love. That's very sweet of you" Nova responded showing her appreciation patting his head in approval as he giggled and ran off again continuing to play allowing her to watch the boy play just as she wanted feeling no regret on the wished she had asked from the dragon and ready to raise him in the best and most supportive way a mother should be no matter what he turns out to become as long as it doesn't involve destroying Earth.

However back at the Son's house Goku had a very unexpected and yet familiar guest came out of nowhere for refuge as Xeno was in a panic heavily injured, battered and bruised from what they only think could be from a very serious fight back on Planet Vular, even Gohan is concerned for their friend and what Nova would think if she were to see him like this since they had recently ran out of senzu beans due to some intense training.

"This isn't looking good, Dad. What should we do? He's completely passed out" Gohan questioned unsure of what to do as Goku remained looking down at the bandaged up Xeno that was laid on the sofa out cold counting sheep until he glanced up at his eldest son with a serious expression.

"Go get your sister. We could really need her healing abilities right about now" He replied sounding rather demanding but it was for a good cause as he too would do the same and besides he owes Xeno for saving his life back in the training room from certain death.

"You sure? She's currently busy having a day out in the fields with Zora" Gohan asked again wanting to make sure that what he was saying was real and by the way his father remained silently staring at him it was obvious that he was sticking with the idea. "Y-yeah. I'll quickly get her now" understanding the situation and quickly darted off and flew off to find Nova in hopes of getting back in time. When scanning the area he was soon able to find her as he sighed with relief before landing causing Nova to glance back seeing his nervous and worried expression which instantly caught her attention quickly jumping up in response.

"What's wrong is everything alright?" Nova questioned visibly concerned of what was to come next as his hands began to slightly shake along with his heart that began to race faster and faster by every second of precious he was wasting.

"It's Dad. He wants your help with something, but I don't think you're going to like it" He warned her as her stomach was beginning to do backflips unsure of what he could possibly wanted from especially at a time like this.

"He isn't mad at me is he? *shakes his head no in response which confused her* Hm, then tell me what it is about then?" pestering him some more as Zora rushed up and hugged him in excitement glad to see his uncle again unaware of what situation in hand.

"Trust me, just quickly use instant transmission while I watch Zora for you. I'm sure it wont take that long knowing you" Gohan responded sounding rather annoyed as she huffed in response before doing exactly that and appeared right beside Goku not noticing Xeno who was still out cold on the sofa.

"Gohan said you needed me for something, what is it, Dad?" she wondered still confused as he remained looking down in silence watching something carefully making her glance down too before her eyes widened seeing Xeno laid there visibly in discomfort before she gasped for air until rushing over to him placing a hand on his forehead checking certain vitals to ensure that he was alive.

"We need you to heal him to best you can, so we can ask him some very personal questions" Goku replied with crossed arms waiting for her to do what they wanted and get to the bottom of this as soon as possible before things get out of hand very quickly if whoever did this to him somehow followed him to Earth. Nova didn't care if they wanted her to do it or not this was out of love than just demand to save Xeno's life as she gently placed her hands above his chest a few little centimetres away from touching him before beginning to do the magic healing him to the best she can do so far, however some sore parts remained while the more serious ones were completely healed putting some relief onto his body allowing him to finally wake up.

"Huh, Nova? Long time no see, my lady" Xeno responded placing a hand on her cheek being kinda cheesy while not giving a single care if her dad or brothers were there, he was just glad to see her right there beside him like she was every step of their journey together and even when apart the memories reminded them of what could be if they just get the courage to visit each other during their free time.

"What happened to you? Please, I don't ever want to see you in such a horrible state again it terrifies me!" with tears in her eyes she pleaded for him to speak the truth and get out with it as seeing him at the brink of death was enough to scar her for life in fear that he wouldn't be able to return again. Goku placed a hand on her shoulder feeling her pain knowing what it is like to see those dear hurt or even killed when you could've been able to stop it from happening, but wasn't quick enough to respond in time.

"I did something incredibly stupid and attacked Zincuriar" Xeno confessed knowing that the decision he had made was very idiotic, but it was one of many things Nova loved about it even if it might kill him one day.

"You what?! Are you trying to get yourself killed? Why would you do something like that?" Nova slightly acted like her mother questioning his ideas like a worried angry wife would if one's husband were to fight another, but at what cost? Xeno nervously chuckled as Goku stepped back seeing the slight resemblance between her and his wife not wanting to be apart of this just yet.

"W-wait I can explain! I did it out of protecting you. He was planning to come here and make a deal with your parents just so he can make you one of his prized wives, and of course the first idea that came to mind was to either killed the bastard or beat him up.. he cheated and put everyone against me and now they're looking for me therefore.. death is coming my way if I don't do something about it" explaining in the best way possible as Goku quickly stepped in when hearing that his own daughter was involved with that place once again and that Alpha he despised so much clenching his fists in the process.

"That's it! You are no longer going to Planet Vular and YOU *points at Xeno causing him to jolt up* you're staying here until I finish having words with this Zincuriar guy. So stay out of trouble until I get back, got it?" Goku butted in raising his voice in a angered tone as the two nodded their heads in responses understanding that he did have everything under control before disappearing already getting onto it and maybe solve the entire problem while he's at it as well.

"Geez, what's his problem?" Xeno thought to himself positioning himself causing Nova to stand up when realising that she very close to him and required some space to avoid suspicion from the others as the front door swung open allowing a excited little Zora to rush in hugging her leg tightly glad to see his mummy again.

"Where did you go? Uncle said grandpa needed your help and wont tell me why. Did someone hurt him again?" Zora asked causing Nova to glance up at Gohan who nervously scratched the back of his head in response slightly sweating even though he was trying to protect the poor lad from the truth. Zora eyes glanced to the side seeing Xeno sat up who was now watching Nova's tail swish carefully before pointing it out. "What is he doing?" He innocently asked catching Xeno off guard as he quickly glanced at the kid until exhaling with a hint of relief.

"Zora stop pestering him. Sorry, Xeno" she apologised as he stood up ruffling the boy's hair in response while chuckling nervously as she stepped back not wanting to be in his way, but for him it was more the complete opposite.

"No worries! But while that is out of the way, are you busy this afternoon? I was wondering if we could catch up" Xeno suggested as the room went silent shocked in response of his sudden cheery smile paying most of his attention at Nova while she was lost for words unsure of how to respond to such a bold and generous request.

"I-um.." quickly looking away as light red blush came across her face while both brothers stepped forward, but that came to a halt when Chi-Chi stopped them as she came towards her only daughter excitedly.

"Is that a date?! I'll watch over this little angel whilst you're away" She said surprising both the boys as they didn't really think that this was such a great idea.

"B-but, Mum. What about father?" Gohan slightly protested as Chi-Chi glanced back in response a little annoyed that they too haven't seen the bigger picture and golden opportunity that is bestowed right before their very eyes.

"You two better not be tattling on them either! It's about time your sister gets a decent boyfriend or do you want her to struggle raising Zora? It's a very big responsibility" Chi-Chi advised them  by experience alone that raising children on her own can either be to easy or a pain without a father role model for them to look up to. Nova went even more red in the face as both of her brothers went silent not really wanting to mouth back to their mother as she was speaking the truth more than anything whilst also embarrassing her own daughter far greater than she expected to.

"Mum that's embarrassing! I've been doing just fine raising Zora on my own and he never once complained anything to me" Nova objected not having any issue on the matter making Xeno chuckle in response finding her reaction rather adorable.

"hehehe. You're so cute when flustered like this, it kinda reminds me of a freshly ripped strawberry" Xeno complimented with the intention to flirt while acting completely clueless on the bold decision he had made as Nova refused to look back at him as she was even redder than a tomato.

"Oh stop it you're going to break the poor thing" Chi-Chi replied embracing the poor girl from embarrassment as Zora huffed in response before kicking his foot against Xeno who just looked down at the boy who was clearly messing around not truly wanting to fight someone that was clearly out of his league, but he showed that he wanted to protect his mother in which got her interest.

"Wow, easy there, kiddo. There's no need to get feisty, I was only messing around even though the strawberry compliment wasn't really a joke. I really meant it" Xeno nervously replied seeing how overprotective her only son can be just imagine what the future generations are going to be like whenever someone dares to harm their mama. Zora gave him a blackberry before quickly hugging his mum in support while glaring at Xeno trying to intimidate him which wasn't really working as the boy planned. "Oh boy.." thinking to himself knowing that it might take awhile to gain the boy's trust again even after the stunt he pulled and from barely visiting them, but now he can and for how long does he have left until this ends?

"I will protect my mum at all costs! And if beating you up for her makes things better than I'll do it?!" Zora yelled in response knowing that he isn't strong enough to take him on yet as Xeno placed his hands on his hips glad to see such a fiery spirit within the lad.

"Well of course if you continue to train then one day when you're older you just might take me down! Hehe. However it isn't enough to stop me from seeing your mother yet is it?" He cheekily responded as Nova groaned in response hearing the two arguing over her which was sweet and yet slightly nerve racking at the same time.

"Fine! I accept your proposal and go out with you tonight, but what is it that you have in mind?" Nova while turning to face him slightly feeling like herself again other than having the confidence to confront him.

"I am unsure.. but I'll come up with something soon I swear! You'll love it?!" He replied in a rather confident manner as he clenched a fist in front of her in response making all of them other than her look at him in disbelief doubting his words for a second as he suddenly disappeared leaving her to wonder what the goof ball had planned.

"Aww~ my little angel is going on a date!" Chi-Chi said as the thought of her daughter having a true loving family filled her mind wondering if this guy was truly the one and only to fill Nova's wildest dreams.

"Mum! It's already embarrassing as it is, but even Zorion didn't do anything like this with me so please I'm trying to not to pass out ya know!" Nova complained back as her face went back to a bright red colour expressing how nervous this poor girl was feeling after exposing that this could potentially be her first ever date as such news surprised them all.

"Well, just in case use protection. I refuse to have you raising another kid on your own incase this one decides to run off like the last one! You also must keep an eye out for toxicity too or I'll tell your father and you know how he hates having you around boys" Chi-Chi replied knowing her husband very well and how all fathers are protective over their own offspring especially the girls and how vulnerable they're when in a relationship with a man that could potentially put them in danger.

When night time came around Nova was all dressed up and ready for the time of her life hoping if agreeing to go along with her mother was the best idea worrying if Zora would be too much for Chi-Chi to handle whilst she's off having a blast and if things do go well then maybe there will be an actual future with Xeno. Is that asking too much?

Nova was dressed formally wearing black buttoned jeans and a light grey long sleeved turtle neck along with black laced combat boots.

"I can't believe it.. I am already getting butterflies and he hasn't even arrived yet" complained to herself contemplating life while glued to the sofa wondering if he would really come around not caring even once if he was dressed properly or not it's how he takes her breath away and treats her.

However, once the clock struck 10:25pm a knock could be heard at the door as Gohan answered in his mother's place who was busy bonding with her grandson opening to see Xeno stood dressed in some very comfy clothing and a beautiful Bouquet of flowers from the meadow Nova loves to visit as he smiled at her brother showing nothing, but positive things about him while Gohan looked back at the sofa seeing her waiting for his answer.

"Your date is here, sis. And if anything bad happens or if you want me to come and pick you up, just let me know" he announced as she got up collecting herself and the confidence to walk to the door as she finally got the courage to walk toward the door seeing him there with some pretty flowers already presenting himself just as they expected. Xeno was taken away by seeing her in a different set of clothing other than her white Gi that she wears most of the time and yet he wasn't going to get himself distracted no matter how beautiful she is. "Have fun and remember what mum said.." Gohan reminded him of that one embarrassing conversation she had with their mother as Nova grew red and playfully punching him in his upper arm before walking out of the door as he watched them leave until closing the praying that tonight will go smoothly and without any issues or they might have to consider on stopping we from having any boyfriends. I wonder what Goku would think of this?