Disclaimer: I do not own Evangelion. That privilege belongs to GAINAX. This is purely a work on non-profit fiction, and, if told to do so, I will remove it from the Internet.

Hey, This is my first fan fiction, so please go easy on me. This takes place just before episode eight, however, it's set in an alternate reality where Gendo never abandoned Shinji.

--Fan Fiction--

The Helicopter made its approach towards the fleet; it's altitude dropping as it neared one of the larger ships. It made its touch down on the giant Aircraft carrier known as "Over the Rainbow."

"Wow, this is so awesome!" Kensuke could barely contain himself, "I can't believe where we actually are!"

"Jeez man, relax." Touji's expression suddenly darkened, "You'll make us look like idiots in front of Misato"

"Hah, Touji, you crack me up every time." Shinji said with an amused expression, and then turned his head towards Misato, who was currently pre- occupied with a conversation on her phone. "Do you actually believe you ever had a chance with her?"

"Watch it Shinji, you're stepping on very thin ice h-" Touji was suddenly interrupted by an announcement from Misato who had just finished her phone call.

"Okay guys, it's safe to get out now." She turns to Shinji, "Shinji could you get the bags from the storage compartment?"

"Sure thing Misato!" he replied with a smile.

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After getting off the helicopter, Misato made her way towards her designated meeting point with the Second Child. Touji was following closely behind, never taking his eyes off Misato's rear, and Kensuke filming his surroundings as he walked. Shinji stayed behind to get the two bags that Misato had requested.

"Goodness, you've sure grown some haven't you?" Misato asked with a smile on her face.

"Of course, and my figure's matured nicely too" A confident Asuka replied, just as a gust of wind lifted her dress, leaving a very revealing view for Touji, who just happened to be looking at the time.

"What the hell was that for?" He shouted after the loud ringing sound from the slap he received had faded.

"For getting a free show of course, pervert!" She replied, staring daggers at the foolish jock.

"Well then, here's your change!" And with that, he unzipped his pants, which fell to the floor. A red faced Asuka's reaction was a slap to his other cheek, which now burned red from the impact.

"Misato, please tell me that this perverted idiot isn't the famous third child I've heard so much about." Asuka pleaded to Misato, much to the displeasure of Touji.

"No Asuka, you can put your worries to rest. Shinji will be along shortly," was Misato's reply, and as if on cue, Shinji decided to make his appearance, carrying two bags by his side.

"Here they are Misato." He said whilst placing them both down. Suddenly, a flash of red caught his eye, and he turned his head to regard the Second Child. "Hey, is that the Second Child?"

Asuka regarded the boy, and although his physical appearance didn't pique her interest, she was caught up in his eyes. His dark blue eyes, full of life, they bore down deep, as though they could see in to her soul. Slowly he made his way across to her and extended his hand.

"Hello, my name is Shinji Ikari, pilot of Evangelion Unit 01." Asuka is taken aback by his open nature. "I've waited quite a while to finally meet the famous second child in person." He raises his hand and awaits a response.

She finally extends her hand to his and shakes it, accepting the greeting. "I can say the same about you" She is rewarded with a smile, one she won't ever forget.

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To be continued

Hope you liked the first chapter. Next one coming up shortly!