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Chapter 7: Setting the Wheels in Motion
It has been almost two weeks now since they moved to the house and two days for their start in school. They had already enrolled themselves into the Peacecraft Academy as part of their mission and during that time, they boys were getting to know Serena and vice versa and they soon found out that they had a lot in common. Trowa would be protective of her as a brother would with his sister. Quatre and Duo loved and spoiled her as much as they could; even Wufei have grown fond of her, but he would rather die than to let anyone know about this.
As for Heero…. even though he still couldn't figure out what he felt, he knew that the feelings he had were not that of a sister or a friend. This was a whole different battlefield for him and he didn't even know how to react. He kept to himself immersed in his thoughts when he heard someone calling his name. Opening his eyes, he found Serena looking back at him concerned, "What?"
Pouting she said, "I said that guys and I are going to the mall to buy clothes and stuff for school, are you coming?" she asked exasperatedly. He chuckled at her actions, "Yeah I'm going" he said and smiling, she dragged him out the door.
"How about this one Heero, do you like it?"
Heero was interrupted from his thoughts to look up and see a black haired with blue eyes looking back at him.
"Hn" he answered knowing fully well that she was going to fume.
"Oh Come on Heero… I've tried three different dresses and all you can say is Hn?" she said obviously annoyed and Heero couldn't help but to chuckle at her pout. "I liked the blue on better" he answered; she glared.
"Then why didn't you say so?" she asked unbelieving, "you had me wearing three different dresses and you just liked the first one?" she cried in frustration.
"It's entertaining to see you model" he smirked when she threw the blue dress to him and went back to change, "I swear Yuy… One of these days I will get my revenge" she cried from behind the dresser.
Heero smirked, 'this was going to be fun' he thought as he went to the cash register to pay for the dress.
"We're done with our shopping, what about you Duo?" Quatre asked as he sat down with Trowa, both of them eating their ice creams.
"Yeah I'm done, where's Wuffers?" Duo asked as he paid for his ice cream and sat down with them.
"He finished an hour ago. He will meet us back at the house" Trowa replied as he licked his pistachio ice cream.
"Ok then, where's Heero and Serena?" he asked liking his hazelnut ice cream.
"Here we are" Serena chirped a happily followed by Heero who had a lot of packages in his arms. Settling down, he sat next to Duo while Serena sat next to Trowa, "Oh, what flavor is that?" she asked as she eyes Trowa's green ice cream.
"Pistachio, want to try some?" he asked and she nodded, "Yeah!" once she tried it, her eyes widen. "Uh oh' Heero thought already knowing what she was thinking, "Come on Heero, let's get some" she said as she started to stand when they all heard an annoying voice that had the boys groaning.
"HEEEROOO!"
"Damn of all places, why did she have to be here?" Duo grunted as he smacked his head on the table.
"Well, she is the Princess and this is part of her kingdom you know" Quatre sighed as he finished up his ice cream.
"As annoying as it maybe, she is part of the reason why we are here" Trowa added as he noticed that Serena had sat back down and tensed up. Bending closer to her he asked, "Are you ok bunny?" she smiled at the nickname he had given her a few days ago. "I'm fine Tro, thanks for worrying about me" she smiled. She loved him dearly.
"Omae o Kosotu" Heero whispered as he saw Relena approach them.
"You can't, Heero…we're here to protect her, remember?" Duo muffled from under his arms.
"Shit!" Heero cursed. He glared at both Serena and Trowa for their closeness, but before he could do anything, Relena had attached herself to him.
"Relena…" Heero growled as he tried to pry her off him. She smiled sweetly at him and looked around the table greeting everyone and stopped her eyes at the black haired girl next to Trowa.
"Hello… I'm Relena Peacecraft… Princess of the Sanc Kingdom" she said proudly. The others just sweat-dropped.
"Hello, my name is Ser.." 'No, I can't use my real name anymore, think!', "my name is Lilly… Lilly Barton. I'm Trowa's little sister. It's a pleasure to meet you" Serena smiled as she saw Relena hang her mouth open and everyone, except for Trowa, stared at her. 'Nice move' he thought.
"Well… nice to meet you too… I'll be seeing you all in class soon" Relena then turned to Heero and said, "Good bye Heero, I'll see YOU later" she winked at him and was gone.
"Lilly Barton? Where did that come from?" Duo asked impressed by her quick thinking.
"Well… Trowa's been like a big brother to me, so I guess I'm kind of like a little sister to him" she turned to see Trowa smile and nod agreeing with her. "I couldn't use my real name for it will blow my cover, so I took his instead".
"And Lilly?" this time it was Heero who asked the question.
She looked up at him blushing, "they're your favorite flower".
Heero was speechless; Quatre and Trowa were stunned and Duo was staring at something behind them. "Um guys… I think we should go… NOW" Duo said a little nervous.
"How come Duo?" Quatre asked as he turned to see what had caught the other pilot's attention and blanched as well.
"What's going on?" Serena asked as she saw similar expressions on Heero and Trowa as well.
"Relena's coming this way… with a new pink dress".
"Oh" she said and they all fled.
"HEEEEEEERRRRRRRROOOOOOO!"
Meanwhile…
"Sir, preparations are complete. We only await your command"
"Perfect. What of the final mass production?"
"Production of the final mobile suits are expected to be completed at 18:00 hours"
"Good. Stand by and wait for my instructions. You're dismissed"
"Sir!" the soldier saluted his commander and exited the office.
"Well, well someone is happy" a slender young woman with long black hair came into the office, "good news?"
The commander turned around and smiled slyly, "soon we can begin our retrieval mission… soon we can finally put an end to this" he said as he took her into his arms and kissed her lightly, "isn't that right, your highness?" he asked to the one that was hidden in the shadows; an evil smile on her face.
Monday Morning
"Is Serena and Duo up yet? We'll be late." Quatre asked as he finished preparing breakfast.
"I'll wake up Duo" Wufei got up with an evil glint in his eyes.
"I'll get Serena" Heero got up and went up to her room.
Quatre nodded to both of them and continued preparing breakfast. "It's amazing how much Heero has changed since he found Serena… She's actually bringing back his humanity" Quatre said as he sat down his and Trowa's plate.
"I know little one… but I wonder how long will it take for him to realize his feelings for her" Trowa answered pouring juice to both of their glasses.
"Just give him time Trowa… He never had felt something like this before… it's harder for him to realize them" Quatre replied and they both began to eat their meal.
Serena lay in her bed, sleeping soundlessly. She had turned off the alarm and drew in the curtains. Heero opened her door slightly and took in his surroundings, 'I knew it' he thought as he approached the bed. Serena had never been a morning person and she did her best to try and wake up late. He sat down on the edge of the bed and cleared a few strands of hair that were covering her face.
"Mmmm… Mommy just a few more minute, ok?" she opened her eyes groggily. When she focused her eyes better, she saw that Heero was looking at her. "Ohayo" she whispered smiling at him.
"Ohayo" he answered back, a small smile on his lips that he only reserved for her, "were going to be late".
Serena looked at him confused and then understanding came to mind, "Late? OH SHIT! SCHOOL!" she cursed as she sprang from the bed and into the bathroom, "WHY DIDN'T YOU WAKE ME UP?" she yelled behind the door.
"I just did" Heero replied chuckling to himself.
"That's not funny Yuy" she called back.
He chuckled even more. When she emerged, his breath was caught in his throat. Serena was wearing the schools' uniform that for some reason enhanced her beauty. She had pulled her hair up in a ponytail that fell to her mid back. She had sprayed perfume on her making her the most beautiful creature he had ever since. Of course he would die before he even says such a thing. Not this soldier. *sigh*
"ITAI! DAMN IT WUFEI! THAT WAS COLD!" Both Serena and Heero were startled by the screamed followed by an evil laugh.
"THAT'S WHAT YOU GET FOR TOYING WITH ME MAXWELL" Wufei called back as he was heard walking down the stairs.
"GRRRRRRRRR…. I'LL GET YOU!" Duo screamed back.
Serena started laughing which brought Heero back to reality. He was staring at Serena when he heard her laugh even more. Replacing his soldier mask, he got up from the bed.
"You know Heero… a while ago… you looked like a stranded fish" Serena giggled.
"Omae o Kosoru"
"EEPPP"
"Class, we have two new students today. Please introduce yourselves"
"Watashi wa Lilly Barton"
"Heero Yuy"
"Thank you, now please find your seats and we'll begin our class"
Heero sat next to a red haired girl and Serena sat next to what looked like a school jockey. Heero glared when he saw said guy talking to her. Meanwhile, the girl next to him was staring at him with hearts in her eyes. 'It's going to be a long day' Heero thought and focused on the teacher and the explanations he was giving. Not that he needed them though, but it's better than to deal with the present circumstances.
"So what's your name gorgeous" the jockey called Louis asked as he studied her.
"Lilly Barton… I thought you heard the introductions" Serena replied stressing the introductions part. She was disgusted with him.
"Lilly eh?... hmmm"
As the class ended, Serena went about to pick up her things when Louis stood next to her.
"So… Do you want to go somewhere with me and get acquainted?" he whispered to her as she fought the urge to slap him in his face right there and then.
When she was about to reply, she felt that someone had pulled her closer. "She's not interested, beat it!"
They both turned to see a VERY pissed off Heero holding her by the waist and glaring daggers at Louis.
"Ehhh, sure thing man… Uh… See ya" Louis ran like a bat out of hell out of the classroom.
"Thank you Heero" Serena relaxed, "you saved me again".
"Anytime, Serena, anytime" he replied and he guided her out of the classroom to their next class.
Heero had made sure that when he enrolled them all in the school, that Serena and he were taking the same classes. That way he can keep an eye on her and complete his mission at the same time.
Lunchtime came and he and Serena stepped through the cafeteria doors to meet with the others.
"Hey you two"
"Hey Duo… hi guys" Serena greeted back and sat down at the table with them.
"So Lilly, how are classes so far?" asked Quatre.
Serena was giggling as she watched Duo picking and playing with his food, "they're great… except for chemistry though… that one's a bit tough".
"Glad to hear that"
"You know, two new girls started in my class as well. What were their names?" Duo scratched his head trying to remember.
"Tenoh Haruka and Meio Michuru… Baka" Wufei replies as he finished eating his lunch.
Serena froze. "What did you say?" she looked at Wufei who repeated the same names again. Serena paled, 'Could it be? They're still alive?' she was lost in her thoughts when she wrapped her arms around her shoulders.
"Serena, what's wrong?" asked Quatre worriedly, needless to say that Heero was frowning at her.
"Huh? Oh I'm sorry Quatre… it's just that…"
"You know them" Heero finished for her.
Serena looked up to Heero and nodded, "Yes I know them… they're from my time" Heero growled.
"Are they the ones that hurt you?" asked a worried Trowa.
"No… they're the one's that died protecting me" she whispered.
"WHAT?!" five voices could be heard around the table.
"I know it sounds crazy, but it's the truth… I… I have to find them" and she bolted from the table and out the cafeteria doors to search for them.
"Serena" Heero yelled and was about to chase after her when another voice stopped him.
"Heero?"
Annoyed he turned around and greeted the person, "Relena"
She smiled slightly and sat down next to him and greeted the others as well, "Hello everyone. How are you all fairing at school?"
"They are fine, Miss Relena, thank you for asking", Quatre replied and he could sense the tension at the table… they were worried about Serena, but Relena was their mission. Glancing at Heero, he could tell the struggle he was going through so he came up with an idea, "Say Miss Relena, could we talk? There are some things that I need to confirm with you. It wouldn't be appropriate to talk here as it is confidential"
Relena nodded to Quatre and stood up, "Of course Quatre. Let's head to my office" she then glanced down at Heero, "are you coming as well?"
"No, there's some information that he needs to validate for us, isn't that right Heero?" Quatre stressed the right part hoping that he got the message.
Secretly thanking Quatre for the opening, he stood up and nodded, heading out the cafeteria doors. Relena didn't notice the secret exchange between them, "Well then, shall we?" and they both left for Relena's office.
"Well that went well" Duo snickered as the three of them stood up and went separate ways to start investigating around the school.
Little did they know that soon they would all be pulled into the sick twist fate of destiny… What new challenges will they face? Will they stay together or fall apart?
Stay tuned! :)
