SuzuLulu: Seven Years

By Naomi M. Kimbrough

(I do not own Code Geass or any of its characters)

Let me get one thing perfectly clear before I begin to write this wonderfully, funny story. Though I don't really care too much for these characters in particular, I thought it would be in the best interest of the world if I did it anyway. Why? Well because it's funny and I like to laugh. I know one person in particular that will really enjoy this. You know who you are. Anyway, let's start, shall we.

Lelouch's POV

Chapter One: Suzaku

I'll never forget the day it happened; when my best and only true friend came back into my life. It was…unexpected and, for awhile, unwanted. The life I was living was too dangerous and Suzaku was too damn nosy and righteous. Then again he was always like that; always meddling in my personal affairs, never giving me a moment's peace. It's a wonder I got anything done. Oh, yeah. I just lied. He was never too quick on the uptake.

I wasn't even going to go to school that day, but C2 (that witch) advised me that it was a good idea. I don't know why I decided to actually listen that day, but there's a first time for everything, right?

I walked slowly up the path to the entrance of the building and stopped. Something was different; something had changed….but what? I looked up at the gate, the wind blew, and then I heard it; the faint cry of my name.

"L-Lelouch?"

I turned around dramatically, my hair catching the full effect of the wind. My mouth dropped and my eyes widened. I couldn't believe who I was seeing.

"S-Suzaku?" My bag slipped out of my hand and hit the ground. I barely noticed. "No, it can't be."

"Lelouch!" He ran, stopping directly in front of me. "It is you, I knew it!"

His smile was still the same; a smile that seemed to start in his eyes and brightens the world around him. I never realized how much I missed that smile until I saw it again, so close to my face. I was speechless.

He laughed, clapping his hand on my shoulder. "Hey, Lelouch, what's wrong? Surprised to see me, huh?" He grinned, looking down at me. "Did you miss me?"

Common sense came back and slapped me in the face. I shook off his hand and stepped back. For a moment, I thought he looked sad. Then he smiled again, waiting for a reply.

"Did I miss you?" I turned away from his vivid, green gaze. "No, I don't believe I did."

God, I thought you were dead! I wanted to cry. You stupid, self righteous idiot!

And if I wanted to cry, Suzaku usually did. That's how it's always been.

When I looked back at him, he was wiping his eyes on his sleeve, sniffing. He smiled again, no doubt realizing I was lying about not missing him. My face must have given something away.

"I missed you too, Lelouch. It's been so long since I've seen you…this close…seven long years…"

"Yeah…," I whispered, kicking back the tears, "seven years."

Suzaku reached down and picked up my bag. "Here," he said and handed it to me. "You're heading to class, right?"

Could C2 have foreseen this? If so what else can she see? Has she been hiding her true abilities from me this entire time? Does she know the outcome of this war? I must know, I have to find –

"Lelouch!"

I jumped. "What? What is it?"

"You looked like you were having a meltdown. What's wrong? Are you sick? Maybe you should go home and rest." Suzaku looked worried.

I am such a loser.

"…Lelouch?" he stepped forward, prying me with those green eyes.

"Y-Yeah, maybe you're right. I'll go home and get some rest. I don't feel too well."

He touched my forehead so quickly I couldn't have moved if I wanted to. And I did! I needed to talk to C2 and find out what was going on….really.

"Hmm, you're temperature seems normal. Still, go home and after I'm done registering I'll come see how you're doing, okay?"

"Yeah, that's fine. You can just -," I stopped myself, "See me? You mean…in my room? You're staying on campus too?"

He gave me a confused look. "Well I wasn't going to live on campus, but," he put his hand on his chin and smiled, "if you're living here too I'd love to stay. It'll be like the old days, huh? Hanging out together and stuff."

What…. have I done?

"No!" I slammed my hand over my mouth. He looked shocked. "I mean," I coughed, "you don't have to stay on my account Suzaku. If you have somewhere else you would rather be…"

"I'd rather be with you."

My face got really hot, really fast.

"D-don't be stupid. This academy is expensive and the dorms are even more so."

He grinned. "Money's never been an issue for me Lelouch. Thanks for looking out for my well being though." He snatched my bag from my hand.

"Hey!"

"Come on. I'll walk with you to your place; make sure you make it in one piece."

I frowned. "I'll go alone."

"Still as stubborn as ever," he chuckled, "I'm coming anyway. I want to see Nunally."

"She's in class right now."

"Oh, I see. So you're late. Typical Lelouch." He touched my nose and smiled.

I swiped his hand away. What the hell is wrong with me? Storming through the iron gates, I headed straight for the dormitories.

Suzaku was right behind me.

"Lelouch, your face is red. Are you running a fever?"

I stepped away from his approaching hand. "Yes, and as you know it's very contagious. So just go to the office and get registered and I'll see you lat-!"

I don't know how I ended up over his shoulder. One minute I was walking, the next I was beginning carried.

"What are you doing? P-put me down! Suzaku! I said put me down!"

"Stop squirming, Lelouch. You're sick. You'll make yourself dizzy if you keep this up."

"I'm fine! Just put me down already."

"No."

He was too strong, much stronger then the last time I saw him. We were only ten then. He was like an android! And, god, his arm was way too close to my butt.

"Suzaku," I smoldered. "You'll pay for this."

He chuckled, "I'll look forward to that."

Is he making fun of me?

I was as rigid as a plank of wood. I would not allow myself to look comfortable in his arms, no that I would not allow myself. I would not allow myself to think about how strong he has become or how I could feel those lean muscles through his clothes or how a certain part of my body was beginning to acknowledge it too and….oh, god!

"PUT ME DOWN!" I whipped out of his arms so fast even he was shocked. I flipped over his back, but since I'm not athletic in the slightest, I hit the ground like a rock.

And passed out.