Disclaimer: I own nothing, if I did, then...Well, I can't imagine. Saiyuki belongs to Minekura Kazuya.
Summary: They had been born from the same rock, but fate had the humorous way of saying "Screw this" and separated the two heretics. Now they meet again, except as enemies, but are they really?
Warning: Yaoi/Shounen-Ai, AU, Language, Possible OOC
Pairing:
Seiten Taisei x Goku

A/N: The said prequel of "Things You Never Knew" and "His Freedom" (At this point, I'm still thinking of a title). As said before in either sequels, this is an AU, and as you all know an imagination of a fan-girl. Again, this is before Saiyuki Gaiden of Goku life 500 years ago. This fanfiction dates back a little more way back then, where both Seiten Taisei and Son Goku are different people in their own different bodies, and the history is a bit different. Also, I'm planning this out as a multi-chapter and hopefully not too long (Or time-consuming).
***Added, I will publish a New Story that contains the two one-shots "Things You Never Knew" (as the first chapter) and "His Freedom" (At a certain point will be out, maybe a chapter or two later than the first). **

Tips:
Monkey-Present Time, possibly various POV
"Monkey" - Past
Monkey/Monkey/Monkey- Emphasis on some things, can be bold or italic, or both.

One-Shot

Both staffs clashed against each other with a loud clang.

Butting heads with so much power to the point it shook the ground beneath them.

Blood lingered in the air, the scent mix with sweat and dust were intoxicating.

Two heretics, both brunettes with very striking appearances that one would swear that they were both mirroring each other.

However, in this battle, they both took this fight with different feelings. The one adorned in black armor lace with gold, his round golden eyes full of determination conflicted with other emotions. It was naivete; the ideals he had were in war with his duty as a War Prince. He never wanted this, but his opponent would differ greatly. The other was a total opposite, his armor white with dark crimson, long brown mane, and his golden eyes matched the other except they were more sharp and slit-like, almost like a cat. His expression was absolutely feral, enjoying the rush of battle, and to fight with the intent of kill.

Unlike his mirror facing him with so much conflict, it was disgusting of his naive ideals. His naivety to not want to fight the great Seiten Taisei at all cost had disgusted him. It had been so obvious that it would eventually lead up to this event, Goku knew it clearly as day the minute Seiten had declared who his enemies were.

But it was the very same innocence that Goku held that attracted Seiten the very same day they met. Even in the midst of this battle, Seiten could recall it. An idiotic Goddess working under the War Prince wanted his head in hopes of pleasing the Jade Emperor against Goku orders.

"Goku-sama!" A Goddess, by the name of Sun, a young beauty with dark hair and adorned a maiden battle armor, exclaimed loudly. Her wrist caught by her superior, stopping her arm from swinging her sword that was aimed for the creature of earth not too far away. Seiten couldn't see the face from where he stood, the face of the War Prince, but he figured they were alike since he recognized the appearance immediately. The pathetic Goddess froze as she made eye contact with the War Prince, then she looked ashamed. Slowly, Goku released her wrist and Sun arm fell limp to her side, and Sun tilted her face to meet the ground in shame.

Seiten, bored out of his wits since he had no one to fight or kill at the minute raised a claw hand to cover a yawn. His comrades were most likely looking for him now, but it would be a while before he was found. Right now, he had to ponder if the War Prince would fight him next. He was a threat to the Gods, so they assumed.

"Sun, I gave no orders for you to go after Seiten Taisei on your own." Goku, who's back still facing Seiten, voice was firm and scolding. Sun stayed silent, keeping to herself for now. A sigh emitted from the War Prince, adding something. "The others are worried about you, we'll head back soon."

There was no response from the minor Goddess, only a nod.

"Oh? You're not going to leave me hanging are you, War Prince?" Seiten hissed, glaring at the two beings from Heaven with disgust. They were the same, always cowards that would start something, but never finish things. The creature of earth wanted to bait the War Prince into a battle, but there was only a shake of head, and Goku turned around.

The full appearance of the War Prince momentarily stunned Seiten. They were suppose to look alike, considering that they were both born from the same egg that had been fertilized by the nature aura; the earth. But, the War Prince, Son Goku, was too…

Innocent, almost naive with his round golden eyes that were slit by a little and his features weren't sharp like Seiten. Like a child, Seiten would compare. It was entrancing in a way; those features drawing Seiten gaze over his black clad mirror.

"That isn't correct, Seiten Taisei." The flat tone had ruined the image, but it was…enticing as Seiten imagined a child acting tough. The War Prince continued on with the serious expression, occasionally glancing at the girl behind him. "I'm only here to retrieve my subordinate as she acted on her own without orders. I apologize for any disrespects that were shown today, but do not misunderstand…"

"Misunderstand?" Seiten attempted to sound confused, but deep down he knew what the War Prince was about to say. He had recovered from the little episode just now, acting completely natural, and crossed his arms. Goku nodded, his golden eyes narrowed slightly.

"Yes, don't misunderstand today actions, Seiten Taisei." Goku tone was light before it turned, or in Seiten view attempted to sound, serious. "The next time we meet…It'll be in battle."

"I be disappointed if all of that tough talk were for naught. " The creature of earth sneered, although he was honest when he said it. He wanted to meet this War Prince soon, for whatever reasons; Seiten hoped it was his feral instinct. The one that urged for battle and blood.

The War Prince gave a haughty look at Seiten, turning around and grabbed Sun wrist, and tugged her to follow along. Sun obeyed silently, her head tilted to send Seiten a scorching a glare, and proceeded to trail after her superior without another objection.

Seiten watched silently, musing over their first encounter till he heard one of his men calling for him. A signal that he had to head back soon or they were going to make a fuss.

Goku was growing weary for many reasons.

Seiten Taisei was definitely a worthy opponent, his power equal to Goku, perhaps even more. It was to be expected, they were born with great power granted by the earth itself, equal to the Heavens themselves. They both enjoyed fighting, the rush of the bodies moving, the adrenaline kicking in, blows exchanged, and the fact they were feeling alive through fighting. At least, that's how Goku viewed fighting until now. He was fighting to kill Seiten. Seiten, who became dearly important to Goku in their short amount of time together, and Goku would rather give up fighting than to kill Seiten.

The other viewed fighting slightly different. Instead of the pure joy of fighting, it was more of a predator-prey game to Seiten. He still wanted worthy opponents though, regardless of death or life, friends or foe. That thought made Goku chest tightened, blocking another blow from the creature of the earth. His arms were beginning to shake now. Yes, this was Seiten Taisei, a Great Sage Equaling to Heaven strength. But it would be long before he got serious if Goku didn't pick up the pace.

All of his concerns for Seiten conflicted with his sole duty, and add this fight, would only trouble the War Prince mind and divert his concentration.

War Prince, he found that humorous. His title, there was nothing special about it other than being Heaven's murder tool. They made a very big mistake to have him chained and leashed in hopes that he would obey their every whim.

Almost all of Heaven people were idiots that were attached to their power and status; corrupted. There were few that Goku found acceptable. Those acceptable were precious to him. The Merciful Goddess and Jiroshin, and his men. But his time in Heaven were not kind at all, they were all cruel and harsh. The Merciful Goddess had understood his pain the most, the one who suggested for him, a heretic to live in Heaven, and accepted him. His men took some time, but he had gained their respects and he respected them after a while.

It was funny how Goku could recall speaking about his past to Seiten one day. The days when they had began to spend time with each other after their first encounter, the one of the many days where they were not fighting for once. It was very odd at first, talking to a supposed enemy, but then Goku grew comfortable and being open around the creature of the earth.

Underneath the cherry blossom trees, the two brunettes, both powerful in their rights were having conversations. It began with random subjects from Goku, trying to make the other talk, and eventually Seiten responded a few times with some chuckles at the silly things Goku had done in Heaven. The two heretics' backs were pressed against the tree trunk, golden eyes glimmering with content and joy. To the opposing sides, it would be a shock to catch their two commanders chatting happily without a care in the world. Added the rumors and the personalities of the two, they most likely would have a heart attack.

"…so Gen always teasing me about things, especially when Kong gets really mad when Sun talks to me too long!" Goku ranted, pouting at the occasions when he would face Kong scorching glare when Sun had made their chats too long. Seiten paid attention, watching the boy crosses his arms to think deeply.

"I don't really get why Kong is always mad at me, but Li-Liang said that I'm still too young to know. I'm an adult and a commander here damns it!" The War Prince sounded like he had been insulted by his men, stopping his ranting upon a string of chuckles emitting from Seiten. Goku snapped his head to the other, looking incredulous. "Are you laughing at me, Seiten?"

"Perhaps, I find it hard to believe that you are a War Prince when you act like a child." Seiten commented, the corner of his lips tugging slightly into an amused smile. Not the arrogant smirk or feral grins Goku was used to seeing, it was a simple smile that tugged Goku heart.

But, the creature of the earth words had triggered something in him. This surprised Seiten, who expected Goku to deny it playfully. Instead, the War Prince expression changed to melancholy and turned his gaze the dark skies. Goku was silent, very silent, closing his eyes upon a cool breeze that fluttered his tattered cape and tangled his hair. The branches above them shook loudly like arms dangling for the cherry blossoms that scattered along the wind and became ethereal in the full moon; Goku opened his eyes that moment to gaze at the nostalgic sight. He was aware of Seiten intense stare at him.

Seiten sat there in silence for a few good minutes, observing the War Prince next to him. He was concern that he might have offended Goku over a small comment. The expression on Goku face was new to the creature of the earth. It had bothered Seiten at the clear sadness that could be seen from the gentle moonlight that rain down on them. Under Seiten sharp gaze, he never missed how Goku continued to stare at the petals dancing in the wind with emotions.

"…Goku?" The creature of the earth called quietly, worried lacing his voice. An emotion that Seiten would rarely use and never dare to; it was weakness. But the boy sitting next to him had changed it all in their short time. A clawed hand slid over one of Goku hand, feeling the warmth radiating from the skin, and gave a soft squeeze. It had worked at least when the War Prince snapped out of his daydream and shook his head.

"Oh…Sorry about that, Seiten!" Goku gave an apologetic grin, clearly forcing it. He had hoped that Seiten had missed the little slip and moved on to a different subject. However, to his misfortune, the creature of the earth did not and sends the boy a blank stare. Seiten did not speak, continuing to stare the boy, and almost expected for Goku to speak up instead on what had bothered him. This didn't slide by Goku, knowing clearly that nothing could slip underneath Seiten intuition. Or was he just obvious?

"Yes, you're like an open book to me, Goku." Seiten spoke as if he had read the War Prince mind just now. Goku cursed in his head at that, which the creature of the earth smirked slightly at as if he knew what the boy had just thought of. A sigh escaped from Goku lips that grew into a soft smile.

"Haha…And here I'm supposed to be a War Prince, the most ruthless around these parts…." The War Prince laughed awkwardly, rubbing his head. The statement only made Seiten frown, his expression demanding for Goku to explain and clear the confusion. Round golden eyes stared at the slit-like ones, a thick silence rising between them. Seiten, waiting patiently and continued to stare at the War Prince, and there was Goku, who was contemplating about this before he reluctantly give into the demands.

"You know that War Prince title are always given to heretics or anyone impure…The seat was empty at the time and I happened to be there at the time during my…imprisonment."Goku trailed off, pausing as he trailed off. He had told Seiten about himself before, his prison in Heaven, and that was why Seiten understood and wrapped his arms around him. The gentle embrace and the silence that lingered along were enough for creature of the earth to understand.

"…Don't think about it, you idiot." Seiten stated, watching as Goku tilted his head to stare at the other. He took the chance to press his lips against his.

Goku knew he had to say no more.

Seiten could recall clearly how those lips were soft against his and the sweet honey taste that lingered after they kissed. So many times, but Seiten never became bored of it. It was impossible for him to be tired of Goku; the War Prince was absolutely stunning in so many ways. There were even other sides that only Seiten was ever to witness or the openness the boy held.

It was saddening however that they were on separated grounds, but it couldn't be helped for fate. Or for the men that worked under Goku and gained each other respect. He scoffed at that thought of Gods respecting a heretic in their own territory. That was ridiculous.

That was why they were fighting.

It was partially Goku fault, for he had chosen to protect those meager men of his and the Merciful Goddess. Those divine denizen that were no more than ants underneath his, the great Seiten Taisei, power. What's more is that the Gods gave no pity to heretics like them. The mere thought of Gods themselves accepting the kind they found impure like the heretics and alike would be baffling, so alien. Seiten knew that in general, but that didn't mean he was unwise and so closed minded like most foolish creatures. He knew there was some that would respect them and accepted them, which were what made Seiten favor demons and some humans over most Gods. Not that he would accept any offers regarding Heaven. However, what puzzled Seiten the most is what value did Kanzeon Bosatsu and the War Prince subordinates had over his own that made Goku so conflicted, very willing to choose Heaven over his own lover.

Seiten never missed how much of turmoil Goku was in; he was easy to read after spending so much time with him. The emotions that would pass in his round golden eyes would slip from his mask each eye contact they made. He chuckled inside his head at that. For one, he gave the War Prince what he wanted that was practically forbidden at this time and circumstances. The creature of the earth didn't mind after fighting so long, they both needed comfort and love that no one else would dare give to heretics like them. Even with respected men under them. Perhaps it was a bit worse for Goku. No one in Heaven would dare get close to a heretic, a killing puppet especially.

Another smack of Goku staff identical to his own had connected to his shoulder and Seiten noticed that it hurt more than the previous strikes. He questioned if the War Prince had his resolve now, not surprised really, and smirked at that as he blocked another strike aimed for his head.

Not only Goku was stunning and charismatic, he was also strong. One of the many qualities Seiten loved about him.

It was unfortunate that Goku had to refuse his offer…

"…Leave Heaven and join me, Goku." Seiten demanded, his tone leaving no room for any arguments. Apparently, his demands were unexpected for his lover, who immediately moved away and looked straight at him. Goku round golden eyes meeting his own slit ones. Bewilderment meeting sternness.

"W-What…?" Goku stuttered, unable to believe what he was heard. Seiten could sense his lover having mix feelings of his words, but he wouldn't leave Goku in Heaven hands. However, he was wary that he should explain himself slowly for his mate to understand his decision.

"Goku…You already know that Heaven won't accept you or us. They view us as a threat, but they can't kill in order to remain pure. You suffered because of their ignorance and tainted morals. I, as well have suffered in their hands long ago. They can't bind you down." The creature of the earth began, continuing on when Goku was silent. He tightened his hold around the War Prince."Not all Gods are my enemy, Goku. There are a few rogue ones that joined our side as of recent."

"…I'm the War Prince though." The said War Prince muttered, trying to turn away from Seiten. Yet, Seiten won't allow it and grabbed Goku chin firmly, gently yet forcefully turning him back to face the creature of the earth stern face. His round golden eyes were gazing somewhere else.

Seiten understood immediately of his mate mutter, considering that Heaven was after him and he was after Heaven end. It didn't change anything however of their relationship or what Seiten thought of Goku. He sighed softly at this, rethinking of the right words he should say, and the sigh caught Goku attention. Round uncertain golden eyes met tender slit ones, and Goku never moved away even when a hand cupped his cheek.

"You might be unwelcome at first, but…you're my mate and the fact someone of your caliber at my side will double our strength and reassure my comrades. " Seiten tried to reassure Goku in a soft voice, stroking his lover cheek in an affectionate manner. He smiled at the sight of his mate closing his eyes and leaning against his touch.

"Do not worry, love…I'm here…" The creature of the earth spoke too sweetly for his taste, but only Goku would see and hear his other sides.

It was sad however that Goku chose to be disobedient to his demands, each and every time they got together like this after today.

"It seems you lost, love." Seiten Taisei growled lowly, taking a step forward to the fallen War Prince. He twirled his staff in his hand lazily, watching his lover struggle to sit up and recover from the last attack. It was a useless to try to fight back now that Goku lost, such as Goku scanning for his staff and reached out to grab it. Too late however as the creature of the earth hurriedly kicked it away from his fallen mate grasp, Seiten watched behind his mask at the defeated look on Goku face.

Goku wasn't sure how it happened. Earlier, he chose to stick with the choices he had no matter what. To protect his men and repay his debt to Kanzeon Bosatsu, and became serious. Of course, Seiten surprise was present, but momentarily. The feral grin, the same one that lusted for blood and battle was replaced shortly with a hardened expression. The second Goku had sensed a shift of power that rose exponentially, pain and shock coursed from his middle throughout his body, and the next thing he realized was that he hit the ground. Nyoi-Bo that was tossed away was close in his reach in his struggle had been kicked away by Seiten. His Seiten.

The enemy of the Heavens, his enemy long as he worked for Heaven, his friend and lover, and his companion that was alike to him.

"Seiten…" Goku breathed out, forcing his head to stare up to the creature of the earth. All he could read was nothing from Seiten Taisei face, but the eyes said it all. The emotions he knew Seiten always tried to hide from others and that only he could see.

They were begging for him to reconsider his choices.

Yet, Goku couldn't help smile dryly at that and found his chest tightened to the point it hurt.

Looking back, did he even have a choice to leave the Heavens? To leave the dim-witted fools seated high in their status and go with Seiten?

Goku questioned himself, but all that came to was…

No

TBC

A/N:This is the commentary section..

Reminder...There will be a published story that contains "Things You Never Knew" and "His Freedom", because those two one-shots will be in one story as a multi-chapter.

Reviews are loved, criticism are helpful, but flames aren't really accepted.