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Chapter 3: I'm not a detective, am I?

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The morning autumn sun shone through the widely glass windows of the Yamato household. The smell of the fresh morning air filled the small sized room. Rays of morning light filled the space, exposing the once dark corners from the night before. The rays collided perfectly with the newly polished mirror hanging on the wall just in front of the overly large sofa.

The rays reflected themselves onto a sleeping figure, her blonde hair stuck in odd angles as she hid beneath the warmth and comfort of her sanctuary. She was relaxed and at peace, within her own little world. Enjoying the moments she had left of it.

She moved lazily around in her bed, her face appeared over the edges of the thin white sheets. Her closed amber eyes remained peaceful, as her hair lay scattered across the edges of her pillow.

Her name was Cagalli Yula Attha. As I'm sure you might have already conjectured. She was one of the many new students that would be starting at GU that day. Or, in other terms. She would be starting her first year at the Grand University of Orb. While it is also suggested that it is called, Grand University of Ancient Moon city.

Just as the bright envoy of sun had escaped the small space of her room. Her eyes shot open with fear and alarm. She gazed around hopelessly to the small alarm clock on the edge of the side table. Her eyes looked upon it in panic and distress as she shot up from under the covers of her warm bed.

"Damn it!" yelled the frustrated blonde, realizing the lack of time she had to get ready.

Cagalli instantly jumped out from her bed, her foot caught loosely on a slipper she had laying upon the floor. Her arms waved around in panic. But by doing so she had managed to regain the balance she had almost lost a second ago. Cagalli placed a hand over her chest as she sighed heavily. Thanking her fortunate luck. She then shook her head clear of such thoughts and rushed towards her personal bathroom to get ready for the day ahead.

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Cagalli hastily started to brush the pearls she called teeth, until her mind started to wander to the events from the night before. To the words exchanged that she hadn't meant to hear.

'What the hell is going on in this house?' Cagalli thought mentally.

"It's true there are always odd things in normal houses, but really. This one takes the cake." she muttered under her breath as she swished the water from her mouth and into the glass sink. 'First of all, I have a brother who obviously feels confused about my being here.'

"Well, I guess it's the same for me too, I too feel a bit out of place in this house. Is it because I am a bit scared of Kira? I mean, he hasn't tried to harm me…yet." stated the blonde to no one in particular as she started to wash her face. 'But then again, I guess two weeks isn't enough to get to know a relative. A brother even, to accept them so easily.' thought the blonde helplessly as she picked up the small hand towel beside her as she dried off her face.

"But then again, no tries means no moving forward."

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As she moved around the bathroom, preparing herself accordingly her mind suddenly wandered to a blue haired young man whom was currently living there as well.

"That's right, Kira's said. Best friend living at his house? I mean he is very well dressed. Rather, every thing he owns looks expensive and very carefully chosen, he doesn't seem to be abused to even abandoned by his parents. So why doesn't Zala just live at his own home?" Cagalli wondered aloud as she gazed around trying to remember what else she had to do.

As the blonde looked lamely into the large mirror upon the wall her eyes cast over her features. It was true, she didn't have any degree of expertise in style, but she was neither stupid nor blind. Her mind wandered back to when she had to pay for him back in the café they had been in the week before. And then there was her aunty Via. The woman behaved and looked like an angel sent from above and beyond. She had no questions, no claims, and no complaints. She was the ideal mother. But, there was always the shadow of pity that touched red her features, much too often then it should. Cagalli was certain on it.

'There's something hidden, I'm positive of it. And what was with that conversation between Kira and Athrun last night?' thought the blonde, she had an uncomfortable need to reveal their secrets. 'But why is it that I feel this way? Is it because of anxiety, sympathy, or pain that was within the whispered words of the night before?'

"I mean seriously, how many normal people actual have conversations with the words graves, dead and alive mixed into them?" asked the blonde bluntly to her reflection in the mirror.

Her thoughts were interrupted when she had accidentally dropped her brush from once she had been holding. It collided with the floor. Creating a loud BANG. That she was sure anyone in the house would have heard. She cursed silently remembering that if she did not leave soon she would be late. After all it did take fifteen minutes to walk to school. Maybe ten or less if you ran.

"Am I a detective? Some how I feel like I am." muttered the blonde to herself as she glared at her reflection. Expecting it to talk back to her.

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The blonde quickly rushed out from her small bathroom and to her closet. It didn't take her long to find what she would be wearing for the day. She pulled out a clean pair of underwear and one of her favourite pairs of jeans. They were the ever so classic faded blue jeans that fit her perfectly. While her shirt on the other hand was a light blue sports styled T-shirt.

As she quickly pulled on a pair of simple white socks and a pair of sneakers she quickly rushed from out of her room. But not before remembering to close the door behind her.

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As she hurriedly jogged down the flight of stairs and turned swiftly into the dinning room to take the next door into the kitchen. Just as she entered the kitchen and went towards the fridge. A sudden voice was heard from behind.

"Good morning!" said an unexpectedly sweet voice from the long table behind her. As she slowly turned her head around her eyes widened in shock. As she stood there, the voice continued to speak. "Don't worry, you won't be late. I'll drive you there, the season already started." Cagalli looked wide eyed. There sat Kira, he sat at the end of the small table holding in his hand a small cup of what appeared to be coffee and the news paper was clearly opened.

"Are you ok? You're acting overly kind this morning. Did something happen, did you hit your head this morning?" asked the suspicious blonde, while turning back around and went digging thru the cupboards for an empty coffee mug.

"Well, I am your brother. Haven't you forgotten?" smiled the brunette, while tucking away his heavy fringe from his dazzling violet eyes to inspect her more clearly. "Here, on the table. It's for you. There's a cup of coffee and a sandwich. I wasn't sure what you liked so I guessed. But would you mind hurrying up a little?"

Cagalli glanced towards the table and indeed she found a small mug of coffee awaiting her. Made just the way she liked it. And a sandwich, plain bread, topped with lettuce, bacon and tomato. As she made her way towards the table, she gave him a small thanks. But not before letting her mind wander. 'Is he doing all of this, just because of what Athrun had said the night before?' Speaking of Athrun. Cagalli's mind gave a small click. Remembering the blue haired lad was no where to be seen.

"What about Athrun? Isn't he going to be late, shouldn't you-" she started, as she turned her glance away towards the flight of stairs.

"He's already there I figure. You'll never catch him late…" stated Kira, a bit of irony was evident in his voice.

Cagalli glanced towards her said brother, he looked like a sex god from a woman's romance novel. He wore casual clothing. A hair of looser fitting dark jeans, and a snow white polo shirt.

"You'll see what I mean soon." added Kira, while gazing at his sister's confused face.

Cagalli gave a low sigh as she finished off her coffee. She was curious as to what Kira had meant. But also frightened at the same time. But she had this hidden trust, she had a feeling she should trust what he says without fear. It was said, that daylight makes the darkness bright after all.

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As soon as they were done putting the dirty dishes into the dishwasher, they quickly rushed out the door. But not before locking it. As they walked down the small front path towards the drive way. Kira walked in front of her the entire time. Then stopped abruptly at the passenger side door and held it obediently open to her. She gave a small sarcastic laugh as she walked past him. A faint tint of pink was evident on her cheeks.

"You know, I can do that myself." she muttered as she sat down in her assigned seat. And watched as Kira walked around the car towards the driver's side. He then silently turned on the engine. And slowly backed out of the drive way.

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Cagalli had to admit, Kira was indeed a very good driver. He was quiet the entire time and quick. It was as if the car was made for him, and him alone. It reacted with him perfectly in speed, and in his reactions. No matter how hard the blonde looked, she was unable to find out it's model. She very much liked cars, as well she was an experienced driver. She had to leave her mother's car to her elder cousin.

The road was straight and short, she had been gazing out the window the entire way. While Kira briefed her on the city's history. It made no sense to the blonde, no one knew the true origins of the city's name. Ancient Moon, but they were all completely proud of it from what she could tell.

In a matter of minutes they had it to the university. With time to spare. The entire thing was crowded with students. Somehow, it seemed either the school's entire population had been informed. Cagalli instantly felt uncomfortable, while Kira opened up her door and gently pulled her out. And locked the car. His cell phone instantly went off, but he didn't bother letting go of her. He instead held it with his free hand, while pulling her across the parking lot.

"WHERE THE HELL ARE YOU?" Cagalli could clearly hear another man's voice coming thru the phone. No matter the distance between the two.

"I'm already here. I just entered the main gates." stated Kira, with a small smile plastered across his handsome face. While placing the phone a foot away from his ear.

"You better be! Don't you dare be gone when I get there, Yamato!" yelled the other man, as his voice slowly faded away. As Kira closed his phone sharply.

"It's an old friend of mine. Yzak Joule, he can be impatient at time…well, all the time." explained Kira, just as he had closed it Cagalli caught a glimpse of someone's photo on the screen. But didn't have the chance to catch a full glimpse.

"…" Cagalli stayed silent, unsure of her brother's words.

"Well…he's still a good guy." he added, a hint of doubt was evident in his voice, which made the blonde raise an eyebrow to her brother.

"I see…" was her only response when a voice interpret the courtyard.

'So everyone, I hope you enjoyed the song. Don't you dare say no, after all it's the first day of classes!'

Cagalli was stunned at the dynamics, hanging all around the university. She knew the voice right away, it was none other then the blue haired man whom lived with her and Kira. Athrun Zala. She recognized his charming and soothing voice. 'Charming…since when?' thought the blonde to herself. As she heard a few students next to her yell a huge YEAH! Startling her instantly. While Kira winked down to her.

"He works for the campus radio? That's why he knows some of the things he does?" asked the blonde, while she gave her brother a quick glare as he lamely shrugged his shoulders.

'I'm glad to hear that'

stated Athrun once again as he praised the students. In a monotonous manner as if he was a tutor. Cagalli tattled a little.

'I'm here for only another three minutes. My shift will soon be over but before it does. I'd like to torture you all some more with some girlish energy. Here are some announcements. Miss. Simmons and Ms. Ramius are just about ready to replace me at your auditoriums. As well, my glasses are only mine because I am Athrun Zala! And here's a potential break up song for you all!'

A lively melody spread around the courtyard. It was a bit of an odd song, Cagalli didn't much like the style of it. However she did appreciate it for putting a small smile upon her face. She would have never predicted Athrun had the ability to act the way he just did.

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"You know what, I absolutely loath him." stated a man from behind the two. As both Kira and Cagalli turned around, the blondes' eye's widened.

"Yzak! Glad to see you alive!" laughed Kira while looking to the man before them.

'So, this is the impatient one Kira was talking to a few minutes ago. Yzak was it?' thought the blonde. She had to admit he looked completely adorable at first site. He was tall, taller than Kira, not by much though. Silver shoulder length hair, young and dignity was in every bit of his features. His icy orbs were sure to melt any woman's heart at first glance. But his face had a scowl plastered across it, never the less. It didn't take away from his handsomeness.

"Worry for yourself, Yamato." he snapped, but his voice had a hint of worry. He then continued on. "About the project, what are we going to tell Ms. Simmons." it wasn't a question, it had come out more in a statement. His arms crossed as he glared to the brunette before him. Completely ignoring the blonde.

"Don't worry, I've already done it." smiled Kira confidently, as he looked to the silver haired lad.

"When did you- I mean, good." he quickly stopped himself before he'd say something he'd regret later.

A silent gap arose between the three, as if the only purpose they proved to be there was to talk about the competition on the project. The gap became larger and more awkward with each passing moment before the silver haired young man quickly turned his gaze away from them. As if he was searching for someone in the crowd.

The blonde looked up to her brother in confusion, he merely looked down to her and gave a single wink before looking back up to Yzak.

"Hey! Were you waiting for us?" the awkwardness between them was instantly broken.

By none other then Shiho's loud brawl of over happiness. Cagalli turned her head slightly and noticed waving hand from a small distance away. Miss Hurricane, as Cagalli now refereed to her was wearing a pretty vinous trouser suit. It wasn't something that would go unnoticed. Stellar wasn't too far behind the brunette. She was wearing a simple pink skirt, while wearing an off white blouse, with a tint of grey. Her hair was decorated with a red ribbon as a tribute to the start of the first day of school. While walking next to her was a taller slender model styled looking woman with magenta toned hair. Her face remained careless as they quickly walked through the sea of collage students in the front of the school.

"I'm leaving." stated Yzak clearly, when he noticed the three approaching them.

"No you're not!" smiled Kira, as he caught Yzak's white long sleeved shirt.

"Hey!" shouted Shiho coming closer towards Cagalli and Kira, whom at the moment was holding onto Yzak with most of his might. "Dearka just called, he told me he'd be a bit late." smiled Shiho, as she looked to Kira.

"Is there any point in him actually phoning? He's always late. Even way back in kindergarten." commented Yzak, as he stood in his place only a little ways behind Kira. Only because Kira's hand was now wrapped around the silver haired young man's arm with a deadly grip.

"He isn't like you, Mr. I'm the most perfect person in the world ever." remarked Shiho, as she crossed her arms and stuck her nose into the air. Cagalli looked at the brunette in bewilderment. Thinking how this bubbly nice girl could be so rude.

"Oh, I'm sorry. You'd better know now, Yzak and I can't stand one another." remarked Shiho, when she had noticed the blonde's confused look. Even Cagalli could admit that explanation was a tad lame, but she then looked to Yzak whom merely nodded in agreement.

"It isn't that way at all Shi, Yzak doesn't really hate you." Cagalli gave a small jump to the side. As she looked horrified at Athrun whom appeared next to her out of no where. "Am I really that frightening?" he simply asked with a small smile, while pushing the glasses up with his forefinger. While Cagalli shook her head.

"Y-you just surprised me that was all." stated the blonde, a small blush was apparent across her features.

"I do not like that woman, understand that Zala. And stop using your psycho analysis on me!" snapped Yzak. As he glared daggers at Athrun.

"But, Shiho doesn't hate you either." stated Stellar innocently, as she adjusted the ribbons in her hair. While Shiho gazed at her curiously.

"Tell me, how do you know this?" asked Shiho slyly while looking at the blonde next to her.

"Analyses." replied Stellar, mocking Shiho's tone. While Athrun gave a slight chuckle.

"You're all crazy." stated the magenta haired female.

Her model styled body was revealed by her short shorts and a tight green top. Cagalli gazed around, and realized for an instant that there were indeed quite a few beautiful people there. It's as if they all gathered in this city by an unknown force. Her face suddenly became filled with sadness. She wasn't the most beautiful person, just your average girl but to her it wasn't enough of a privilege to be living around them.

"That's indeed right. Luna." smiled Shiho, while smiling brightly to the girl now known as Luna.

"And, who's the girl? It's obvious she's a girl by the way Kira is holding her hand." stated Luna, as she pointed her thin finger painted brightly green towards Cagalli's face.

"Hm? Oh, haha…" laughed Kira, while rubbing the back of his head with his free hand. "This is Cagalli Yula Attha, my twin sister. She came here two weeks ago." smiled Kira. While he looked downwards to Cagalli and watched as she tried to hide her blush from under her bangs. While she tried to forget Luna's very rude remark earlier on her appearance.

"Twin?" stated Yzak dryly as he eyed Cagalli up and down. Making her feel more uncomfortable. "You aren't serious are you, Yamato?"

"Yzak-" Athrun placed his hand upon the silver haired lad's shoulder. "It's true." he added with a smile as he looked to the blonde.

"Well, I'm Lunamaria Hawke." stated Luna, while flashing a sweet smile to Cagalli. While Cagalli simple nodded.

"Hey, assholes! Hurry up and move before I force you." stated a stranger.

Cagalli turned her head slightly to see a sporty while naughty looking boy. His bangs covered his face as he placed his hand on Kira's shoulder. His unbearable red orbs shone thru his bangs. Sending shivers down the blonde's spine. He looked angrily towards Kira. Athrun on the other hand gave a small bow towards him with no trace of annoyance towards him upon his beautiful features.

"You've been rude to Stellar, chief!" stated Shiho, watching as he left the area.

"Sorry." was his only reply as he stopped just before heading towards the door. It was just barely auditable.

'Defiantly, the school's asshole.' thought the blonde while watching him leave.

A bell rung loudly throughout the courtyard, the group instantly started their way into the university's main doors. Heading towards an overly large blackboard cased behind glass. As they stopped in front of it, their eyes scanned it for any good news.

"Hey look there, Athrun! There's an announcement for you." Smiled Shiho, as she tried to control her giggling.

"Hm?"

Mr. Athrun Zala.

I wish to you never to take off your beloved glasses, so!

If you ever come to my physical culture or any sports organization.

I will send you to the moon.

-With love,

Andrew Waltfeld.

"He's my new favourite teacher!" laughed Kira, as he burst into laughter.

"Mr. Waltfeld is our instructor. This university has courses meant for every student. Except, Athrun." giggled Shiho.

"It's not funny." stated Athrun dryly, while heading towards the first lecture room. Cagalli had caught his wrist before he had totally taken off, causing him to turn around abruptly.

"Why?" she asked in a barely audible voice, only loud enough for him to hear.

"Just some health problems. Nothing serious, they're all just over reacting." he stated rapidly, and walked swiftly away.

Cagalli watched him leave and disappear in the mass of students. He neither seemed depressed nor sad. Just aggravated, so she thought there was no cause to worry. She then turned back towards her brother, her amber eyes widened in shock. He was no longer alone anymore. His arms now incircled the waist of a thin curly haired blonde female.

Cagalli's heart gave a small pang as she looked at the female. No, more like a goddess. The girl was an absolute perfection, her blue eyes shone like the moon on a clear came lake. Her fragrance was like spring. There was no sharpness in her features, no defects in her body. Her body was covered in a medium length Champaign coloured silk dress.

"Hello, Cagalli!" she greeted, her voice sounded friendly and comforting as she gazed at the blonde.

"…" Cagalli stayed silent as she looked towards the two.

"My name is Indie."

"Hello." muttered the blonde, blushing under the other blonde's gaze.

"Well, we should get going. Take care, and don't be late Cagalli." smiled Kira, letting Indie be free from his hug.

Cagalli watched as they walked towards the opposite end of the building. Cagalli stayed facing the board frozen. 'So, that's the girl. If I were Kira would I choose her too? Urg…Why is it Athrun doesn't seem to like her? And why am I thinking about him so much. I like the more Ahmed type of boys anyways. Athrun's just a friend. But when he wears his glasses he looks so- I need to stop thinking that way!' groaned Cagalli as she smacked her forehead.

"I'm sorry to bother you. But could you please help me?" asked a gentle voice from behind the blonde.

Cagalli looked around, and noticed a pink haired female. She was very similar looking to Meer, but her face looked less frightening. Her hair cascaded down her back, ending just at her but. It was much lighter colour, and it was much wavier. Her features were also different. Much more calm, and sincere. She was wearing a long black dress, it hid her entire body. "Is there anything written about music?" she asked politely while looking at Cagalli.

"No, nothing." Luna stated rather rudely, as she tried to brush off the other girl. The pink haired girl looked at her apologetically, then gave a short nod and then left.

"Luna, that was really cruel!" stated Shiho rather loudly, as she gazed towards her friend.

"What, I mean she's a freak. No body ever speaks to her here." started the magenta haired girl. "It's not like the reputation matters, it's logic. If she were normal, she would have friends. So, I'm trying to avoid any difficulties. Maybe she is chasing her so-called friends. What's then-"

"Lunamaria, we have to go." stated Stellar calmly, interfering in the conversation.

"Oh, alright. You'd better hurry then too, girls." she stated with impotents in her voice, as she tapped on the glass lid on her watch with her long nails.

Shiho, then grabbed Cagalli's hand and smile as she dragged her towards the lecture hall. Shiho was also studying law. The day was enjoyable enough. The lectures of Talia Gladys were interesting and exciting, that Cagalli had almost forgot about her worries and troubles. But, the certain talk of Athrun and her brother talking about the dead wandered into her mind often.

She had spent most of the day with the girls eating lunch and listening to Athrun's confident voice. And that's where she met Dearka. Over lunch in the cafeteria.

A taller blonde man looked her up and down at first glance with delight. He had said something about her unbearable beauty, while she chuckled.

Then they all gathered in Ms. Ramius's history room. She spoke about the middle ages, and the ages before that. But the entire time Shiho was chatting to her, not letting Cagalli hear a single word. However she wasn't paying attention to the brunette's conversation about nothingness. But looking towards, well more like staring towards Athrun openly.

There were a lot of people inside the overly large class room. But everyone was seated as how they liked. Kira was in the back of the room, enjoying his time with his new female companion. While Yzak and Dearka sat just a few seats in front of them, Yzak was currently frowning at Dearka's comments about the teacher's bra size.

While Athrun was off to the left of the room five rows down from Cagalli, sitting silently next to the pink haired female from before. They were having a small conversation but Cagalli was unable to hear anything that left their lips.

"She hasn't got any friends, everyone avoids her. But Athrun always sits with her in history class, or she sits with him. Either way they always sit together." whispered Shiho, as she caught Cagalli's gaze towards the two.

"People respect him for torching himself for being around her." she added rather rudely, trying to change the matter at once.

'I don't think that's it, he doesn't look tormented to me.' thought Cagalli, as she watched the two some more.

Finally the day ended. Everyone had their duties and meetings, so Cagalli had decided to go home alone. She was very much enjoying every step she took, the town was very beautiful and had a lot of foliage. Though loneliness surrounded her, she then decided to be more social. She decided to phone Shiho later that night, and that way she'd find a way to entertain herself. While she moved forward on her path of pain and sorrow. Unknown of what the future would bring.


So, it was long... but we've finally met Lacus and others! I hope, you like it! Or may be not) Anyway, please review! Tell me if it's good or not! Any type of review's welcomed! )

And the Potential break-up song belongs to Aly and A.J. I heard it, when I've been writing this)))

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