A/N: Hello to all I now present my next fanfic focusing on the duo of Kaguya and HIM Empress Tianzi. I frankly this duo is not focused on enough and I like both characters so I wanted to make this. This story will focus on those two on various points of the series starting here shortly after the end of the Black Rebellion and throughout R2 until the aftermath of Zero Requiem. I chose this title because, I couldn't think of anything better. I also am going to state right now I don't mean to offend anybody.
Disclaimer: I don't own Code Geass
It was a chilly September day in the Chinese Federation. In her palace the High Eunuchs were off meeting and discussing the affairs going on in neighboring Area 11. A disruption there could easily spill over into the Chinese Federation. In fact there had already been a number of failed rebellions. As Empress he she knew about the various affairs in her country but, was very naive about the details and even general knowledge. She was currently doing what she did best: sitting on her throne being a good figurehead when a guard entered the throne room.
"Your majesty, announcing the arrival of Lady Kaguya Sumeragi, Sayoko Shinozaki, Rakshata Chawla and Diethard Reid." announced the man.
"Um, okay." replied Tianzi.
"Hello your majesty! My name is Lady Kaguya Sumeragi and I am the Head of the Sumeragi Conglomerate." said the Japanese girl enthusiastic.
"He-Hello." replied Tianzi surprised by the chipper girl.
"I am also the widow of Zero." added Kaguya, "Though, I don't think he's really dead."
"You really believe he's alive?" asked Tianzi.
"Of course, Zero is the Man of Miracles." answered Kaguya, "If anybody can survive it would be him."
"I agree." said Diethard, "Zero is not as easy to kill as many believe."
"Ah, there you are. We had heard you had arrived." said Huang Qian as the Eunuchs entered the room.
"You're majesty, let us meet our guests." said Gao Hai.
"Al-alright." said Tianzi meekly.
"Don't worry your majesty, you and I can talk later. We'll have some girl time just the two of us." reassured Kaguya.
"Okay." replied Tianzi smiling.
"Come along." said Zhao Hao as the Eunuchs began leading the exiled Black Knights away.
"I don't like these men." huffed Kaguya softly.
"They do seem have a good deal of influence over the Empress." noted Rakshata.
"They're usurping her authority." said Kaguya disgusted.
"It doesn't matter. This is there country and we are guests." said Diethard.
"True, but from working with a young lady I could tell the Empress seemed upset." said Sayoko.
"Zero, we need you more now than ever." said Kaguya to herself.
The next day the Empress was heading to her throne room. Having not much to do she was pretty free to do as she pleased. As she wandered aroundshe heard a TV and upon investigating found Kaguya sitting on a couch watching TV.
"Hello Empress, please join me." said Kaguya inviting her over.
"Um, okay." replied Tianzi sitting on the couch next to Kaguya.
"I'm watching the news. This is the AFP from Paris. Britannian media is very biased so I prefer to watch news reports from the EU." explained Kaguya.
"Okay." said Tianzi who only somewhat understood.
Good day. Today the new Britannian Viceroy arrived in the Japan also known as Area 11. He is Duke Ferdinand Calares and he is, of course, replacing the now former Second Princess Cornelia li Britannia. Area 11 has been downgraded to a "re-education zone" following the failed Black Rebellion under the revolutionary Zero is now declared deceased. We now go live to Tokyo Settlement for the debut of the new viceroy.
"That's why I like EU news; they referred to Japan by it's name as well as using the term Area 11." said Kaguya.
"Okay." said Tianzi lost as the new viceroy approached a podium.
Hello to all viewing this, I am Duke Ferdinand Calares and I am the third Viceroy of Area 11. I was here during the invasion and for the rule of Prince Clovis and Princess Cornelia both of whom are great heroes. Clovis fought for the peace and prosperity of the empire proving himself an excellent member of the Imperial Family. His brutal tactics helped to crush rebellions with little Britannian life lost. Yes, many Elevens were killed but, they are a savage and uneducated mongrel race who need our control and discipline. Even when the cowardly terrorist Zero cut his brilliant life short, Clovis' memory still lives on. Then, Princess Cornelia, our Goddess of Victory, became viceroy and was able to stop the Black Knights here in Tokyo Settlement. Thanks to her the empire continues to live on and thrive as it has for centuries. I will crack down on the damn Elevens from Hokkaido bloc to the Ryukyu Islands. All hail Britannia!
"Interesting." mused Kaguya.
"What do you mean?" asked Tianzi.
"Along with the usual Britannian racism I noted something interesting at the end." answered Kaguya.
"Oh." replied Tianzi confused.
"Viceroy Calares said he would crack down on Japanese "from Hokkaido bloc to the Ryukyu islands." However, Japan has territorial claims to the Kuril Islands above Hokkaido, which is disputed by EU member-state Russia, and the Senkaku Islands which sit at the end of the Ryukyu Islands and are disputed by the Chinese Federation. By not mentioning these, Calares is clearly trying to avoid angering either country." explained Kaguya.
"I see." said Tianzi somewhat understanding.
"It does make sense considering that right now Japan is really in no place to repel an attack from another country." mused Kaguya before adding with a giggle, "Being a politician I've gotten really good at reading between the lines."
"That's really amazing Kaguya." replied Tianzi, "I mean Miss Sumeragi."
"No please call me by my first name." insisted Kaguya.
"Okay Kaguya." said Tianzi knowing she'd just made her first friend.
It was a cold December day in the Forbidden City. In her room, Tianzi was having tea with her friend Kaguya but, the Empress couldn't help but notice the Japanese girl seemed distant.
"Kaguya, is something wrong?" asked Tianzi worried.
"I've gotten bad news from Japan and abroad." answered Kaguya, "But, don't worry. I'm okay."
"Please tell me what happened." said Tianzi.
"In Japan, Lord Kirihara and the other members of Kyoto were executed by the colonial government. I knew them all before the occupation and the only surviving members are me and my cousin Sir, Suzaku Kururugi, Knight of Six. And abroad, Britannia has begun an invasion of the EU." explained Kaguya.
"Oh. I see." replied Tianzi, "I didn't know your cousin was a Knight of the Round."
"Yes. He is an Honorary Britannian and was originally the knight of Princess Euphemia li Britannia before the SAZ Massacre." said Kaguya.
"I don't remember a massacre." noted Tianzi.
"It happened a few months ago. Euphemia promised a Special Administrated Zone of Japan where the Japanese people could have their rights restored but, it was a trap. She revealed her true colors when she began a genocide." replied Kaguya bitter.
"Oh." said Tianzi disturbed.
"He became a Knight of the Round after allegedly killing Zero. He's the reason Zero and I are no longer together and Japan is still enslaved." added Kaguya clearly upset.
"It sounds like you hate him." said Tianzi upset.
"Suzaku is my cousin and I could never hate him. It's more...I am extremely disappointed in his recent decisions." said Kaguya.
"I see." replied Tianzi, "I hope you two can reconcile."
"Thank you your majesty. I only hope Suzaku sees the light and realizes his follies." said Kaguya.
It was a cold January day in the Chinese Federation. A light snow coated the grounds of the Imperial Palace as the Empress awoke. Today was a very special day for the girl as the calendar read January 18. However, the Empress did not feel like celebrating this special day. She felt like all the people congratulating her were insincere and phony. But, as she enjoyed her breakfast she found somebody who she knew truly cared about her big day.
"Hello Empress and might I say happy birthday to you!" declared Kaguya.
"Thank you Kaguya. It really means a lot." replied the Empress smiling.
"It's no problem. I really mean it." said Kaguya.
"I know you do and I am so glad you remembered." said Tianzi.
"So, what can I get you as a birthday present?" asked Kaguya.
"You really don't have to do anything." answered Tianzi.
"I insist." said Kaguya determined.
"I would really like to go outside the Forbidden City." replied Tianzi.
"Unfortunately, that is something I do think I will be able to do." noted Kaguya.
"I understand." said Tianzi clearly disappointed.
"This isn't right. You're the Empress for goodness sake." said Kaguya upset.
"It's not that a big of a deal. Please, don't make a fuss because of me." said Tianzi.
"You're so humble your majesty. It's really refreshing considering many nobility and royals can be very narcissistic." replied Kaguya.
"I didn't know that." noted Tianzi.
"Oh yes. Dealing with Britannian nobility I can confirm this. Of course, I believe Prince Clovis was even worse. He was very narcissistic and ruthless. That's why my darling Zero killed him." explained Kaguya.
"That sounds horrible." replied Tianzi.
"The situation in Japan has been dire since the Britannian invasion and know that the Black Rebellion failed it has gotten worse." sighed Kaguya.
"Do you think things will always be this bad?" asked Tianzi.
"No. When Zero returns he will trample the established order under foot and you will see the outside world." answered Kaguya.
"I'd like to take somebody with me." confessed Tianzi, "His name is Xingke."
"That's no problem your highness. You and he will reach the outside world together, I promise." replied Kaguya.
It was a warm, sunny day in the Chinese Federation. Tianzi was clearly distracted as she and Kaguya drank tea on the veranda.
"Awe, it's so cute." quipped Kaguya as she placed her teas cup down.
"What is cute?" asked Tianzi putting down her tea cup.
"You're worried about Xingke." answered Kaguya.
"I...well...you see..." stammered the empress.
"It's alright your majesty. I love that. You and Xingke should go on a date with Zero and I when he returns." replied Kaguya.
"I don't think Xingke would do that." sighed Tianzi sadly.
"Of course he would Xingke cares for you greatly." said Kaguya.
"I hope so." said Tianzi blushing.
"Hello madams. Please tell me if I can get you anything more." said Sayoko stepping out onto the veranda.
"We are fine and you don't need to act so formal." replied Kaguya.
"You are the wife of Zero." noted Sayoko giggling.
"That is true." admitted Kaguya.
"Anyway, I served a Britannian girl your age Lady Kaguya back in Japan and I am more than happy to serve." replied the ninja-maid.
"Sayoko! Lady Kaguya!" cried Diethard running onto the veranda, "Something is going on in Tokyo Settlement!"
"What is it?" asked Sayoko.
"It seems the remnants of the Black Knights have attacked Babel Tower. From the way they seems to be operating I think Zero is back." answered Diethard giddy.
Sayoko and Diethard left to watch on a small, portable TV in his room while Kaguya and the Empress went to the room of the former to watch. When they turned on the TV they found the usual Britannian spin but, soon the picture began fuzzy and when it was restored a familiar face was there.
I am Zero!
"I knew my husband wasn't dead!" declared Kaguya ecstatic.
"So that is Zero." thought the Empress to herself.
People of Japan, I have returned! Here me Britannia, and all you who have power, heed my words carefully; I am burdened by sorrow, war and discrimination. Malicious deeds carried out by the strong. The same abhorrent interplay of tragedy and comedy. The world has not changed, people still suffer. That is why the resurrection of Zero was necessary. So long as the strong oppress the weak, my rebellion will continue to grow. It begins today with the divine punishment I have brought on the inept and foolish Viceroy Calares. I shall fight against all those who abuse their power. Therefor, here and now, I declare the establishment of the United States of Japan! Starting from this moment, this room shall be the first dominion of the USJ. Race, ideology and religion will not matter. Being a citizen will have but one requirement, doing that which is just!
"Banzai! Banzai! Banzai!" cried Kaguya jubilant as she threw her hands into the air.
"You seem really happy that Zero is back." noted Tianzi.
"Of course. My husband has returned to pick up where he left off one years ago." said Kaguya unable to hide her happiness.
"It's really Zero! He's back! Oh joy! Oh ecstasy!" yelled Diethard from a nearby room.
"Sounds as if Mr. Reid is also quit happy for this moment." noted Kaguya with a giggle.
"What is Zero like?" asked Tianzi.
"He's really tall, brave and smart. He's also a total workaholic and he has one mistress named C.C. From what I can tell, it seems Kallen, the pilot of the Gurren, may also be in hiding with him." answered Kaguya.
"That must make you jealous." said Tianzi.
"Not really. I know Zero is a man and men desire the sins of the flesh. I just wish I could be there with him." replied Kaguya.
"What are 'sins of the flesh'?" asked Tianzi confused.
"I'll tell you later. Being a virgin maiden I have never experienced it myself but, from what I can tell it's marvelous." answered Kaguya, "Then again, I am glad Zero will be the one to pop my cherry."
"Okay." replied Tianzi not knowing what "pop my cherry" actually meant.
A few days later and Kaguya had only slightly become less enthusiastic about the return of her beloved Zero. However, as they she and Tianzi enjoyed afternoon tea Sayoko brought disturbing news.
"They can't do that!" cried Kaguya as the High Eunuchs entered the room.
"I'm afraid there isn't anything we can do about it. The Britannian government will execute the captured Black Knights." replied Sayoko.
"We have to try to and save them." protested Tianzi.
"If we did we would be starting a possible war." noted Xia Wang.
"It's okay." said Kaguya calmly, "I know Zero will find a way to save them."
"Do you really believe he can do it?" asked Tianzi.
"I know he will." answered Kaguya confident.
A/N: There is chapter one of my story I hoped you enjoyed it and will stick around for following chapters. I really do appreciate all the support I get from you guys. Anyway, see you next time and please review.