Change of Heart
Okay here is the first part in the re-edited version of Change of Heart. For those of you that have read this in the past (If there are any left at all) theses changes won't affect the story at all. My decision to update this was because of the glaring grammar/spelling issues. And because some of the dialogue didn't appeal to me. Now with that being said, I do hope you all enjoy this updated version of the fic.
And no I have not abandoned "The Soldiers of the Apocalypse" I'll be updating that within the week… (Fingers crossed)
Note: This story takes place somewhere in between episode 40-45.
Warning: Mild Violence and Language AU
Disclaimer: I don't own Gundam Wing or… Ah heck lets skip it.
Pairings: 6x9 4+9
Part 1
The Gundam pilots and Noin once again were in a heated battle with Zechs and his mobile dolls. Heero went off to fight Zechs while the others fought the Virgo's. It didn't take long though; in mere minutes all of the Virgo's had been destroyed.
"Whew what a workout, you think they'd learn by now that they can't win." joked Duo.
Wu-Fei sighed "Goes to show you how persistent they are."
"As long as we work as a team, the White Fang will never beat us." said Quatre.
"We better go and see if Heero need's any help beating Zech." suggested Trowa.
"If it's alright with you guys, I'll stay back and guard the ship?" asked Noin.
"That's fine, Ok everyone move out," ordered Quatre.
Quatre and the others were about to leave when a message came from Heero. Quatre told the others to stop and wait. He pushed a button and Heero's faced appeared on screen.
"Hey Heero, did you beat Zechs yet?" asked Quatre.
"No I was about to finish him off but he escaped. He's headed in your direction, keep your guard up." replied Heero.
Quatre turned off the radio and quickly hailed the others.
"Guys, Zechs is on his way here, get ready!" yelled Quatre.
"I can't pick up anything on the radar, there's too much debris." said Wu-Fei
"Well I say let him come, we'll kick his ass!" laughed Duo.
"I don't think it would be wise to underestimate him." Replied Noin
"Hey its like Quatre said, as long as we work like a team nobody can …"
Duo didn't get a chance to finish as Epyon suddenly flew at Deathsythe and cut his arm off
"There he is!" exclaimed Quatre
Everyone looked at Epyon, but before anyone could do anything he sped off into the debris.
"Duo, are you alright?" asked Trowa
"DAMN THAT CHEAP ROTTEN BASTARD, WHEN I GET MY HANDS ON THAT SON OF A BITCH I'LL KILL HIM!"
"Duo is okay, he's just really pissed right now." Said Wu-Fei
Just then Heero came back "What the hell went on here?"
"Zechs came back and got Duo." replied Noin
"Well where is he? I can't pick him up on the radar."
"He's using the debris as cover." said Quatre
"Well then everyone split up, if you find him be sure to send out a signal." commanded Heero
"Ok, Miss Noin are you going to look for him too?" asked Quatre
"No I'll keep an eye on the ship, if I see him I'll let you know." answered Noin
"Very well, ok everyone let's go."
The Gundams all split in separate directions in their hunt for Zechs.
Back to Noin
"I know he's out there but I can't leave this ship unprotected, maybe if I talk to him I can make him see that he is mistaken."
Out of the corner of her eye she saw something move. She turned on her engines and flew straight at it. Suddenly a huge chunk of debris flew aside, and Noin stood face to face with Epyon.
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Quatre was searching for Zechs when he spotted Noin's Taurus floating towards something. He decided to follow her to see what she was up to. He crept in close to her making sure not to make a sound. Suddenly he saw what was left of a mobile doll carrier get tossed aside, and to his horror, he saw Epyon standing right in front of Noin. His first instinct was to go help her, but Epyon showed no signs of aggression; it was just standing there.
"They must be talking," He thought "Maybe I can get some information."
With that Quatre quickly hid behind some debris, turned on this radio, and listen.
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"Zechs… Why are you doing this to me? We were so close to achieving true peace throughout earth and the colonies, but you ruined it. WHAT THE HELL WERE YOU THINKING?" Yelled Noin.
Zechs smiled "It's good to see you too Noin."
"Answer me damn it!" said Noin through clenched teeth.
"That peace was false, it was an illusion that was fed to Relena by Duke Dermil. And because she is so naive, she ate it up like the dog she is. But she will learn soon enough that peace cannot be obtained through words alone, but with the blood of those who continue to bring war upon us."
"Do you really think that you will obtain true peace by destroying earth?"
"No, earth is only the beginning, soon all of space will know of my name. After earth is destroyed, everyone will have no choice but obey the White Fang."
Noin felt tears beginning to rush to her eyes.
"What happened to the man I loved, how did you become so heartless? Do you care about anything anymore?" Noin buried her hands in her face and cried.
"Noin..." He said softly
Noin looked up from her hands "Zechs?"
Zechs smiled "How about you join me?"
Noin was taken aback "What!"
"Join me, leave these pathetic weaklings behind, and together let's make peace a reality."
Noin lowered her head "But so many people will die."
Zechs smiled "The ends justify the means Noin. You said you loved me, now's your chance to prove it."
"I do love you but," Noin's voice began to crack "I don't know; I feel like I'm being in torn in two."
"Noin just do the right thing, come with me. You've always followed me in the past, now should be no different."
"But my friends..."
Zechs sneered "I'm the only one you care about Noin, come on, do you think they give a damn about you. Come with me, I promise you'll be happy."
Even though she knew it was wrong, she turned on her engines and slowly drifted towards Zechs.
Zechs smiled "Very good Noin, I always knew I could count on you. Together we will first destroy the Gundams, then earth itself"
"ENOUGH!" Screamed Quatre.
He flew Sandrock as fast as he could at Zechs; it slammed into Epyon sending it flying backwards.
"You bastard, I'll kill you for hurting her!"
Quatre lunged at Epyon and began hitting him with his fists. He then grabbed Epyon's head and blasted out Zechs main camera with his head Vulcan. Zechs tried to pry himself from his grip but it was to no avail. Still holding on to the head, Quatre slammed Epyon into a large chunk of debris, stunning it temporarily.
"Agghh, Damn him, he ruined everything!"Thought Zechs
Quatre pulled out his curved blades and heated them to maximum intensity.
"This is for all the suffering you caused!" Screamed Quatre.
He raised his swords high, and plunged them into Epyon, slicing off both its arms. He then put the swords over Epyon's cockpit.
"NOW YOU DIE!"
He was about to plunge them into Zechs when Noin hailed him "Quatre please stop!"
Quatre paused for a second, but that was all Zechs needed. He knocked Quatre off of him, turned on his afterburners, and sped off towards Libra.
"Well Quatre it seems you didn't kill me. Next time we meet I'll be sure to make you suffer. See you soon."
All of Quatre's rage returned even greater than before
"AGGGHHH! ZECHS I'LL KILL YOU IF IT'S THE LAST THING I DO!" Yelled Quatre
Quatre stood there in silence for a moment. He then switched on his radio to talk to the others.
"Everyone listen up, Zechs has retreated, let's get back to PeaceMillion."
He then turned to Noin "That includes you too Miss Noin." Said Quatre harshly.
Noin was taken aback at the harsh tone that Quatre used but obeyed. Quatre turned on his afterburners and flew back to PeaceMillion as fast as he could.
PeaceMillion
Quatre and the others landed in the docking bay of PeaceMillion. When it was safe to leave, Quatre exited from his cockpit. Hr then removed his helmet and slammed it to the ground. He then cursed to himself and stormed off to his room. The others just stood in shock.
"Jeez what's he angry about, I'm the one with the busted Gundam." Asked Duo
"I know." said Noin
Noin went ahead and told the others the story, omitting the part where she was about to betray them.
"That explains a little bit, Quatre is pretty protective of those he cares about." Said Heero
"Still though, Quatre isn't one to get upset so easily." noted Trowa
"I'll go talk to him." said Noin
Noin then headed off towards Quatre's quarters, as she walked she became overwhelmed with guilt. She knew Quatre was upset at the fact that she was going to betray them. But she had a feeling there was something else, and she needed to find out what.
End Part 1
Okay that's it for the first part in the re-edited version of Change of Heart. For this part at least, the changes have been subtle. Just some changes in dialogue, and corrections for spelling/grammar errors. However in the later parts you will see a bigger change including an extend duel between Quatre and Zechs. If you seen any mistakes that I've might have missed then let me know. Anyways lookout for part 2 next week, Also be sure to check out my fic "The Soldier of the Apocalypse", and as always be sure to write a review and let me know what you think!
Peace!