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Piccolo's Apartment
by Animal and Ed
This is the first episode in the "New Saga", an idea spawned by
Animal and Ed. It's a sequencial set of fanfics which tell the
story of what happens to the Z Fighters after the fighting is
all over, and they're forced to live normal lives and deal with
some realistic, modern day stuff. Without all the action,
Dragonball Z still makes a great show, only now it takes on a
very sit-com-like feel.
[Scene: Goku, Gohan, Piccolo, Krillin, Vegeta, and a real-estate
lady stand in an empty living room.]
Real-Estate Lady: This is perfect for a group just like
yourselves. It has three bedrooms, two bathrooms and lots of
space. It also has a terrific view of the beautiful North City
skyline.
Piccolo: The rent's a little steep.
Lady: Oh, but it's such a bargain.
Krillin: Well, *puts hands in pockets* I've got a little cash.
But it won't cover the deposit.
Gohan: Yeah, I brought along my savings as well. *holds up a jar
full of change and small bills*
Piccolo: Well I've managed to save a few bucks. Probably enough
to cover the deposit... *reaches into his hip pockets*
Goku: I think it's perfect, guys. And, it's right next door to
Yamcha's place. He knows the city and he can help us get
settled in.
Gohan: Yeah.
Krillin: Right on, Goku.
Goku: Then, we all agree it's time to grow up and get real
jobs...this is as good a place as any to get started...
Vegeta: Yes, we all know that's what your wife wants, Kakarot.
*Goku laughs and blushes*
Piccolo: Okay lady. Tell the owners we'll take it.
Lady: Okay. *smiles*
[Scene: Piccolo's apartment, the Z fighters having just moved
in. There are boxes and suit cases all around the room. Goku,
Piccolo, Vegeta, Gohan and Krillin are sitting on the floor in
the living area.]
Piccolo: listen Goku, scrounging up enough cash for a deposit is
one thing, but paying the bills is another. We've gotta figure
something out here or we'll all be living back in the woods with
the bugs and stuff.
Goku: Yeah, well I guess we're going to have to go job hunting now.
[There's a knock at the door.]
Piccolo: It's open!
[Yamcha walks in.]
Krillin: Hi there, neighbor.
Yamcha: Hi guys...
Goku: What's up Yamcha?
Yamcha: I've been traded.
All: Traded?
Goku: Oh no, does that mean you'll have to move away?
Yamcha: No, it's not like that. I've been traded across town.
Gohan: Across town?
Yamcha: Yep. See, there's a new expansion team coming to North
City. The Nameks.
Piccolo: Huh? Did you just say the Nameks?
Yamcha: Yeah, that's right Piccolo. That's why I came by. I'm on
my way to practice, and I think you should come with me. The
Nameks need a mascot, and you fit the job description perfectly.
I figured that you guys have to pay the bills somehow.
Piccolo: Yeah, and that means makin' a fool out of myself for
money hmm....
Vegeta: *laughs* Just perfect for a Namek!
Piccolo: Quiet, Vegeta. What choice do I have? Somebody's gotta
bring home the bacon. Alright, Yamcha, I'm in. Let's go!
[Scene: A baseball diamond, with a line of men in green
costumes, trying out for the job of mascot for the Nameks.
Piccolo is next in line.]
Piccolo: Look at these guys. They're so pathetic. It looks like
this is gonna be a cakewalk.
Interviewer: NEXT!
Piccolo: Keep your shirt on, I'm coming.
Interviewer: Whoa what a costume!
Piccolo: This isn't a costume. I'm a REAL Namek.
Interviewer: A real Namek? Yeah whatever, buddy. Just show me
what you've got!
Piccolo: Gladly.
*Piccolo charges up and does a massive exploding beam cannon in
the air. The interviewer appears dazzled and shocked*
Interviewer: ....You.....you've got the job, mister...
Piccolo: Great. When do I start?
Interviewer: Next week. Oh there's just one more thing. Can you
do cartwheels?
Piccolo (thinking): Cart.. wheels?
[Scene: Piccolo's apartment, Vegeta stands aloof, staring out
the window. Yamcha, Gohan, Goku, Krillin, and Piccolo are
unpacking boxes, bags, and suit cases.]
Yamcha: Yeah, that was truly awesome, Piccolo! You got the job easily!
Goku: This is great news, guys.
Piccolo: Yeah, it looks like we'll be keeping this place for a
little longer.
Goku: Yeah. I just hope Vegeta and I can get jobs too, pretty soon.
Vegeta: Kakarot? Oh, come on.
Gohan: You can do it, Dad. I know you can.
Piccolo: Hey Goku...
Goku: Yeah?
Piccolo: *wispering* Can you teach me how to do cartwheels?
THE END
