Legendary | Chapter Sixteen
Sleep came swiftly. It was the deep, dreamless sleep that only followed the most exhausting days. When I woke the next morning, the sun cast its gentle rays through the window, filling the room with warm, golden light. I stretched, sitting upright, feeling more rested than I had in a long time, a testament to the peace we had brought to Namek.
I turned to see Broly still asleep. I noticed that he usually slept heavily. His face was snuggled into the pillow, and I found myself pouting as I looked at him. I carefully slipped out of bed, doing my best not to wake him, and made my way to the kitchen. I prepared breakfast for the two of us, quickly heating the pan and mixing some ingredients. The smell of cooking quickly filled the small house. As I set the table, my mind replayed our conversation from last night, specifically Broly's suggestion that we live together. Considering everything we were going through, it seemed almost too good to be true. But the more I thought about it, the more I liked the idea.
The sound of footsteps drew me away from my thoughts. I turned to see Broly towering in the doorway. His hair was messy and a sleepy smile was spread across his lips. He mumbled with a voice rough from sleep, "Morning."
"Good morning," I responded, returning his smile. "Breakfast is almost ready. How did you sleep?"
"Like a rock," he said, rubbing his eyes with his fists. He walked over, slipping his arms around my waist from behind. I felt his chin gently rest on my shoulder as he hummed, crouching a little to my height as his eyes were drawn to the food. "Smells good."
"Thank you," I said, feeling a bit of warmth run through me. "I thought we could use a good breakfast after everything that's happened."
"You didn't have to, I would've cooked."
"I wanted to," I said, setting a plate out to serve the meal. "Consider it a thank you for everything you've done."
He took his plate, piled high with eggs, vegetables, and meat, looking down at it and then back up at me with a smile. "Thank you, Flora. It means a lot to me."
We sat down together and shared breakfast over some small chatter, mostly revolving around what we planned to do with the rest of our day. We planned on visiting The Grand Elder today. We knew that not only would we love to see him after the battle, but he would also most likely be anticipating our visit. Once we finished, we cleaned up everything, the routine tasks grounding us in the normalcy we both needed. Together we washed up the dishes and tidied up the kitchen before showering and getting dressed.
When we headed out, the suns were shining brightly over Namek, casting a warm glow over the village. The air was fresh, and the scent of burning was gone from the atmosphere, instead, it carried the smell of blooming flowers. We caught glimpses of the villagers who were already hard at work rebuilding the homes and buildings that were destroyed in the commotion. Their spirits were all high as they rebuilt what they had lost. As we walked through the village, Broly and I were greeted with smiles and nods of appreciation. It was heartwarming to see the villagers so full of life and determination despite the hardships they had faced. The sense of community and resilience was palpable, and it filled me with hope for the future. We made our way towards the Grand Elder's residence. As we approached, two guards at the entrance recognized us and stepped aside, allowing us to pass through without hesitation.
Inside, the Grand Elder was seated on a large, ornate chair, his wise eyes observing us as we entered. His face lit up with a kind smile. "Flora, Broly, it is good to see you both."
"It's good to see you too, Grand Elder," I replied, bowing respectfully. Broly followed suit, his large frame making the gesture seem almost delicate.
The Grand Elder motioned for us to sit, and we settled down on the cushions arranged in front of him. "You have done a great service for our people," he said, his voice filled with gratitude. "We are forever in your debt."
"We only did what was right," Broly said humbly.
The Grand Elder nodded. "Your humility is admirable, Broly. But let us not forget that your actions have saved countless lives. There wasn't a single fatality. For that, we are deeply thankful."
There was a moment of silence as the Grand Elder regarded us thoughtfully. "I sense that your journey is far from over," he said finally. "There are many challenges that lie ahead, but I have faith that you will overcome them."
"We hope to continue making a positive impact," I said. "But we're not sure where to go from here."
"The path will reveal itself in time. For now, take this moment to rest and recover. You have earned it." The Grand Elder smiled gently. He then turned to me, keeping a smile on his lips. "My dear Flora, I have something to give you."
I raised my eyebrow, "You don't have to give me anything."
Almost on cue, one of the guards approached me and leaned down to my height. His outstretched hand held a piece of parchment paper. Intrigued, I took the parchment, unrolling it carefully. As I read the elegant script, my eyes widened in surprise. "They're co-ordinates?"
"Yes," the Grand Elder said, his eyes twinkling with wisdom. "These coordinates will take you to a very special place on Earth. A place where you will find something, or rather someone, very important."
I looked up, my heart pounding in my chest. "Someone important?"
The Grand Elder nodded. "Your family, Flora. These coordinates will guide you to them. I told you when we first met that I knew they were out there. You seemed keen to find them. It is my way of thanking you."
My breath caught in my throat. Family. It had been so long since I'd thought about my past or even wondered about it. I was so focused on the present. The memories were hazy, but the longing was always there, a constant ache in my heart. The memories from Ginyu surely came back, maybe more would over time.
Broly placed a comforting hand on my shoulder, his eyes filled with understanding. "This is your chance, Flora. To reconnect with your past and to find closure. I know you don't remember. Maybe we can find out more."
I nodded, feeling a mix of emotions—excitement, nervousness, hope. "Thank you, Grand Elder. This means more to me than you can imagine."
The Grand Elder smiled warmly. "It is the least we can do after everything you have done for us. May your journey be safe and your reunion joyous."
With the coordinates clutched tightly in my hand, Broly and I made our way back to our home. When we arrived, I carefully tucked the parchment into my bag, ensuring it was secure.
"Are you ready for this?" Broly asked, his voice gentle as always.
I nodded fast, "I think so. Maybe I can remember something. Maybe I can get some closure."
Broly smiled, his eyes shining with pride. "Then let's get ready. We have a journey ahead of us. We can set off tomorrow if you'd like to?"
I took a deep breath, nodding. "Yes, tomorrow sounds perfect. Let's take the rest of today to prepare and say our goodbyes."
Broly nodded, his hand still resting on my shoulder. "We'll face this together, Flora."
The rest of the day passed in a whirlwind of activity. We gathered supplies, packed our bags, and made sure everything was in order for our journey. The villagers, upon hearing of our departure, came to wish us well, their heartfelt goodbyes and gifts filling us with a sense of belonging and community. It was bittersweet, knowing we were leaving this place that had become a second home, but the excitement of reuniting with my family kept my spirits high.
As evening fell, Broly and I took a moment to sit outside our home, watching the suns set over the serene landscape of Namek. The sky was painted in hues of orange and pink, casting a warm glow over the village. I leaned against Broly, feeling the comfort of his presence.
"I can't believe it's really happening," I said softly. "I didn't even know I had a family."
Broly wrapped an arm around me, pulling me closer. "You deserve thi. You've been through so much, and now it's time for you to maybe find some peace."
I nodded, feeling tears prick at the corners of my eyes. "Thank you, Broly. For everything. I couldn't have done any of this without you."
He smiled down at me, his expression full of affection. "And I couldn't have done any of this without you. We're a team, remember?"
I smiled, feeling something wet form in my eye. I tapped my finger gently as it raced down my cheek. "Yeah, a pretty good one, I'd say."
We sat in companionable silence for a while, taking in everything around us one last time. Eventually, we headed inside, both of us feeling the weight of the upcoming journey. We shared a quiet dinner, and before long, we were ready for bed. As I lay there, staring at the ceiling, I couldn't help but feel a mixture of anticipation and anxiety. Tomorrow would be the beginning of a new chapter in my life, one that I hoped would bring answers and closure.
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