Disclaimer: I don't own anything of the Matrix including- characters, aliases, places or patents. Each and every individual aspect associated with the Matrix belongs to the Wachowski brothers; Larry & Andy, and therefore are the rightful owners of this incredible flick. The only plausible thing in which I own in this fic would be the plot in which the story is based on. Thanks so much.

Wish Upon a Star

By: Dragon Demon

Rating: PG-13

Summary: Young and in love, Neo wants to show Trinity his world as he once knew it. But the blinded decision sets in motion a chain reaction of disastrous events. One in which may very well bring the end of a beautiful thing. Can the members of the Neb band together with the remaining ships of Zion in order to preserve that which matters most?

Welcome to the………

MATRIX

Neo gently urged the creaky door open and stepped inside the tiny room he shared with Trinity. Allowing his eyes to adjust to the darkness he tiptoed to the bed where Trinity slept all but peacefully.

Ever since her run in with an agent and her brief death, Trinity had showed a type of disdain towards the Matrix. Her feelings of hatred for the simulated world had grown to an unbelievable size and it got harder for her to hide this every time she was put inside the program.

Oh how she hated it.

There were nights where she would wake screaming out Neo's name, her eyes filled with tears and her body rigid in fear. Neo would hold her, sooth her and reassure her that everything was ok. But even he was beginning to lose hope that she would ever let the past go.

Her dreams had become so bad; they had resorted to drugging her just so she could sleep decently. Neo hated having to drug the one he loved, but it was necessary. She had to sleep… some how.

Now as he crept through the darkness he feared how she would react to his proposal. But he was desperate. He would do anything to show her things were going to be all right.

Taking a deep breath he lightly shook her from her drug induced sleep. Her reflexes were the last things to be affected by the sleeping medicine and Neo soon found himself between a hard wall and a fist.

A look of familiarity came over the young woman's face as she squinted her eyes trying to see. "Neo?" she asked cautiously.

"Trinity."

The tight clenched fist lowered as Trinity breathed a sigh of relief. "Sorry," she commented. "I- I thought you were an agent."

He placed his hands on her shoulders and kissed her forehead. "It's all right," he assured.

"What are you still doing up?" The question was voiced in a light whisper with a trace of fear and concern.

Neo gave her a lopsided grin, "I want to show you something." He grasped her hand in his and led her out of the room. Pulling her behind him, he made his way through the hall, up the bridge and straight to the construct chairs. A lanky figure sat in the chair at the head of the room.

"You're late," a masculine voice accused without facing them. Trinity recognized it as Link.

Neo rolled his eyes, the faint glow of numerous screens accenting his features.

"Look man, I only agreed to do this because I care too," Link added. "If Morpheus catches us down here, we're all going to be in deep shit. So please, let's just get this over with all right?"

"Fine," Neo answered with slight aggravation. He knew the operator was right about one thing. They'd be up to their elbows in shit if their captain caught them.

"Neo," Trinity whispered harshly. "What's going on?"

Instead of answering her he led her to an awaiting chair. As he circled it, he felt Trinity tense and lock her knees. She refused to move. "Are you crazy?!" she almost yelled. "Do you know what Morpheus will do to you if he finds out what you are doing?"

It was more of a statement than a question and her voice clearly hinted a 'There's no way in hell I'm going in there' attitude. Neo placed both his hands gently on her face and looked into her eyes.

"Trinity, look at me," Neo instructed. "I'm not going to let anything happen to you. I just want to show you something. Show you the more pleasant side of the Matrix. Please." His eyes pleaded with her.

She covered one of his hands with hers, "Neo." Leaning closer, she rested her forehead against his chin and sighed. "You know I can't stand going into the Matrix… you know that."

"I know Trinity. But you've got to confront your fears or else they will eat you alive. Please, just enter the Matrix with me and if you still don't like the idea, we'll come out. I promise."

Trinity never was strong-willed when it came to Neo and she often found herself giving in to him. "All right," she agreed. "I'll see what you want to show me but we come back after that, deal?"

Neo chuckled. "Deal. Link, send us in as soon as we're ready." He helped Trinity into the construct and kissed her tenderly before seating himself and closing his eyes waiting the jump. When he opened his eyes he found himself staring into darkness.

There was a sharp breath beside him and he quickly reached through the darkness until he found his target.

"Neo! Where are we?"

Neo hugged her, "Look for yourself."

Trinity pulled back and looked around, her head finally travelling upwards. Her eyes spotted millions upon millions of dazzling lights, some twinkling, some just shining.

In front of her rested a large willow tree soaking its roots in the cool waters of a small pond. Several fireflies littered the air as the breeze danced through the cattails lining the pond's edge.

Trinity was in awe with the scene as she asked, "Where-?"

Neo gripped her shoulder, "Welcome to my world, Trinity."

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Author Alert: The Matrix is a recent obsession I have stumbled upon. Having had the Matrix DVD since it's release, my first encounter watching it just 2 months ago has dropped me into a rabbit hole much the same Neo finds himself falling in. Reloaded in my opinion was just as good as the first Matrix and I am sure Matrix: Revolutions will still burn the candle long after its wick has run out.

Also if you able and have not yet done so, I'd recommend seeing Reloaded in IMAX is there is one accessible to you. The sound, graphics and intensity were worth it!

Any who, all reviews/flames/constructive criticism will be welcomed and for any of those who wish for an update email, please email me at saffire_phoenix02@yahoo.com I look forward to any and all emails, reviews, etc. Peace be With You!

-- Dragon Dëmon