DISCLAIMER: Don't own anything even remotely linked to the characters. Do own the plot however.
AUTHOR'S NOTE: I started writing this on a whim. I have only a vague idea of where it's heading so I'm just gonna write whenever I have an idea. Unlike most of my fics this is kinda serious, so since this is really my first try at this type of fic, please don't flame unless you really feel that you have to (hint hint DON'T). Thanks!
Oh yeah, no Relena-bashing in this one (Relena fans cheer). I told you I'm being serious!
WARNINGS: Pairings are Hx1 and 2xH but I didn't overdo it – I hope. ^_^
Chapter 1
Trunks sat alone in the darkness, silently contemplating his mother's words. 'Trunks, the time machine's ready to go anytime. You sure you want to do this?' No, he wasn't sure – not one little bit. But that wasn't the point. He had to do it; there were so many people counting on him, depending on him.
No, I'm not sure Mom.
His eyes hardened with resolve.
But I'm going anyway.
The door slid open, bathing the boy in yellow light. Bulma stepped into the room. She looked haggard, dark circles were framing her eyes.
"Trunks what are you still doing up? You need your rest if you're going tomorrow." Concern was etched over her features.
Trunks looked at his mother. What had been a strong and vibrant person had been reduced to a shadow of her former self. When he looked at her, he wanted to cry. He always held his tears back though, not wanting her to see. He wondered briefly what would happen if he were to fail in his mission.
Don't think like that! If you worry too much about
failing you WILL fail.
"Trunks, what are you thinking about?"
He jumped, startled out of his thoughts. "Nothing Mom, I'll go to bed in a minute."
Bulma smiled, a sight that made her son's heart soar. She walked over to where Trunks was sitting and gently urged him upwards into a standing stance, putting her arms around him, she held him close. She whispered softly to him. "Trunks I love you. Come back to me okay?" Trunks nodded. His mother had gone through so much already; the years of pain and loss had taken their toll on her. He'd succeed in his mission and come back alive – if only to spare her more heartache. He, himself, had nothing left to live for.
The next morning Trunks listened to the humming of the time machine as he sat in the capsule. It was cramped, only enough space for one person. But that's all that was needed. One person to make all the difference.
The humming increased and Bulma called out, "Keep your arms and legs inside the capsule at all times; enjoy your flight!" He grinned at her, this being the first time in years he'd seen her so happy.
"See you later Mom! Don't worry about me, this wont take long!"
There was a flash of blue light and the humming in the room ceased. Bulma looked at the empty space that had contained both her son and her life's greatest work. Now, both were gone. She sighed and walked back over to the computer. She checked the time machine's status on the screen. Everything looked normal, so far so good.
Then Bulma noticed something about the co-ordinates set in the computers memory banks and nearly passed out from shock.
Oh no! Trunks!
She gasped. It was all she could get out. She fell to her knees and her defences down, she began to cry…
SOMEWHERE IN ANOTHER DIMENSION…
Relena Peacecraft looked out of her bedroom window and watched the softly falling snow. It had settled during the night and everything was covered by a blanket of white. She was only vaguely aware of the door opening behind her. Heero poked his head through the door.
"Relena. Why didn't you answer?"
Relena turned. "Oh Heero. What is it?"
"I take it you didn't hear me knock."
"I'm sorry. I guess I wasn't paying much attention; I was watching the snow. Don't you think it's pretty Heero?" She smiled, turning to face the window once more.
"Hn."
Heero went over to stand next to Relena. "Quatre's come to visit," he told her, in the usual monotone. The pair then heard a loud and cheerful voice coming from another room. "Bow down y'all, to the Great Shinigami!"
"Duo, please calm down," Quatre told his fellow pilot.
Relena muffled her laughter. "Looks like he brought Duo along for the ride." "Let's go." Heero walked towards the door.
Relena followed Heero, closing the door behind her she made her way to the kitchen where Quatre and Duo were waiting. Duo had already raided the fridge; there was plenty of evidence in plain sight.
"Hey Heero, what took you guys so long? Oh actually, on second thoughts I don't think I wanna know." Duo slid off his stool and held out his hand to Heero. To everyone's surprise he took Duo's hand in his own and shook it firmly.
"Hey, I guess Relena's been teaching you some manners," Duo said, a grin on his face.
"Hn…Quatre," Heero responded, nodding at the golden-haired boy.
"Hello Heero."
Quatre then turned his gaze towards the former 'Queen of the World'. "Good morning Miss Relena."
"Hello Quatre. Please, call me Relena. We've known each other too long for formalities."
"Of course."
Duo finished stuffing his face and then addressed Relena. "Hey Lena, I know you were in a hurry to see us, me being so cute an' all, but you could've gotten dressed first; we would've waited for ya y'know." His eyes sparkled mischievously.
Relena looked down at herself. She then realised that she was still wearing her robe; it was early after all.
"Oh excuse me!" she said, a faint tinge of red on her cheeks. Heero stepped over to her and put an arm around her waist. He kissed her forehead.
"Go ahead and get dressed, Quatre and I will keep Duo out of trouble," he said with a smirk.
Relena blushed again. She wasn't used to public displays of affection – not from Heero. "I resent that remark!" Duo yelled in mock annoyance.
Quatre smiled at him. "You know it's true Duo," he said, his smile growing wider.
"Okay, okay. Hey Princess, don't worry. With Heero here watching me like a hawk, I can't possibly get into any trouble."
Relena smiled at the three pilots. One her lover, the two her friends. Of course, she thought of them more as brothers than friends. It was nice having them visit. Unlike the other two. Trowa was always busy at the circus and Wufei…well, he's Wufei. She missed them both.
"Something wrong Lena?" Duo asked.
"No. I'll be back in a few moments."
She walked to her room and opening the door, she entered. As she reached her window however, something caught her eye. She could see a bright blue spark through the glass, which suddenly became a large blue streak, so fast that she couldn't follow it. She only knew that it had landed in the forest. There was a flash of white light. Relena watched in amazement, her heart pounding. The flash had originated from where the blue spark had stopped.
"What on earth was that?"
What do you think it is? It's pretty obvious actually. Did you like it? Should I carry on with this? My first try at a serious Gundam fic. Hmm. Maybe I should stick to humour. Anyway please REVIEW!!!!