Title: True Lies
Author: Chibikit
Pairing: Various
Warning: Drama, Angst, Sap, Some OOC, and AU
Disclaimer: Don't own just borrowing with the intention of returning unharmed.
A/N: Well I'm back bet you all thought I disappeared but sadly no. I've been writing and brainstorming while getting adjusted. Still a few kinks to work out but life should be pretty much on track. Here is your next installment until next time enjoy.
Duo lay curled on the black satin sheets his body wracked with sobs. He didn't understand what he'd done to his brother for him to hate him. He remembered a time when Quatre was the center of his world, his everything but as he grew his eyes were opened to the world in a whole new way, their father had made sure of that.
WuFei . . . he was the first person he had let in after his first heartbreak. He thought he had loved him! How could he betray him like that?! Chuckling mirthlessly through his tears he rolled over onto his back staring up at the dark ceiling.
His father was right; he smiled sadly fresh tears leaking from his eyes. Love was a weakness, there was no need for the emotion and he was to do away with it. Never again would he let another into his heart he vowed as his eyes drifted shut from exhaustion falling into a restless sleep filled with past memories.
Past
"Come Winner-sama, we can have our own tea party," chirped Relena tugging on the glaring boy's hand, dragging him down the hall.
He was led into a surprising pink free room, and pushed to sit in a white chair.
"Wait right here while I gather the things we will need to have tea," she giggled running off to an adjoining room.
Seeing his chance for escape he got up and stealthily made his way to the door slipping out and silently closing it behind him. Once safely outside the room he dashed down the hall not caring which direction he went so long as it was far away from the demented girl.
"As if I want to be poisoned," he growled fiercely darting around a corner. Looking back to make sure she wasn't following him he smirked. As he returned his gaze to ahead of him, someone opened a door stepping out into the hall but too late did they take notice of each other eyes widening at the sight of the other.
The two went down in a tumble of arms and legs landing in a heap on the floor. Groaning Duo pushed himself up as quickly as his throbbing head would allow. More groaning reminded him that he was sitting on someone and he quickly scrambled off the prone form.
"I'm so sorry, are you ok?" he panicked looking at the person sit up rubbing their chest. "Are you hurt? I'm such a klutz," Duo babbled as he checked the boy over.
"Man you hit hard," chuckled the blonde boy as he smiled over at the flustered Duo. "You must be Duo."
Duo blinked wide amethyst at the other boy sitting on the floor. "Do I know you?" he asked face scrunching cutely in confusion.
"You look cute when you do that," the strange boy said sincerely, and Duo blushed all the way to the tips of his ears as he gaped at the boy he still didn't know the name of.
He watched silently as the boy rose to his feet then offered his hand to help him up, white-blonde tendrils falling over his shoulder. "I'm Zechs. Come with me Duo," the handsome boy said.
Staring into the clear blue eyes Duo hesitantly put his smaller hands into Zechs and gasped as he was pulled to his feet. He was then led to the library with Zechs holding his hand the entire way there and was only released when they both sat down with their own book to read. For the next hour Duo pretended to read the novel while sneaking surreptitious glances at Zechs when he thought the other wasn't looking.
"Duo . . ." sighed Zechs after the boy had looked at him for the umpteenth time.
Duo looked up at the sound of his name but blushed and looked away slightly unable to hold the pale blue gaze. "Yes?"
"You know I can see when you look at me," declared Zechs as he stared at the blushing boy.
"Oh sorry, I didn't mean to stare," he mumbled embarrassed at being caught staring.
"It's ok I think you're beautiful too," Zechs admitted blushing slightly also.
"I'm not beautiful, I'm scrawny," Duo denied shaking his head. Standing from his seat Zechs dropped his book onto it and walked over to Duo and knelt in front of him.
"You're not scrawny. You're beautiful," he said softly placing a hand on the cherub cheek caressing it. Taking Duo's hand with his free hand he raised it to his lips kissing the delicate knuckles and smiled as the beauty blushed to the roots of his hair.
Laughing out loud his eyes shimmered as he watched the flustered boy. "You really are cute when you blush Duo," he said happily as he kissed the hand in his again before returning to his seat.
Duo sat in the armchair clutching his hand to his chest as he stared at Zechs who had gone back to his book and smiled a secret smile before he too went back to his book. Maybe he did like the Peacecrafts after all. They spent the rest of the time secreted away in the mansion's library until a servant came looking for the younger boy saying his family was ready to depart. As they gathered in the foyer thanking their hosts Duo glanced at Zechs as Relena clung to him whining about not being able to have tea with him.
"Come visit again soon Duo," waved Zechs when they were walking to the limo and he threw a shy smile over his shoulder waving tentatively at the blonde boy. As their limo drove away the last image he saw of the other boy was him turning to the house and white-blonde hair floating on the wind.
'Zechs,' he thought mulling over the name, it was a nice name he smiled staring out the window.
Duo made it a point to meet with the other boy every time his parents met at the Peacecraft household and spent all his free time in Zechs' company. This however had made his father very happy even though he was doing it for selfish reasons he cared not.
Duo had learned over the next couple of weeks Zechs' likes and dislikes also that they had a lot in common. The time had passed so quickly that when Christmas came around Duo went into a panic because he hadn't gotten a present for Zechs and set about doing just that. After several stores and countless hours of shopping Duo happily announced he had the perfect present, paying for his purchase he smiled brightly as the cashier handed the shopping bag to him and rushed out the store to go home and wrap his precious bundle.
Even though he got one of the servants to show him how to wrap his gift he made certain they only pointed out where to make the folds or where to seal it, this was his present and he would do everything on his own. Completing the task of wrapping he stowed the present in his nightstand before leaving his room to eat dinner. Later that night he got on his computer signing into the chat room he always met Zechs and made plans to meet on Christmas day at their usual spot in the park. They chatted a little bit longer before they signed off and went to bed, however Duo was so excited about tomorrow being Christmas that he tossed and turned all night before falling asleep sometime around one a.m.
"Wait for me here Masano-san," yelled Duo as he hurriedly walked deeper into the park not waiting for the man's answer. Once he was out of sight he broke into a run his loose hair flying behind him. He had worn it down today just for Zechs since he had said he loved to look at Duo's multi-colored hair in the sun. As he reached the bottom of the hill that they had christened theirs he felt butterflies rise in his stomach as he watched Zechs standing on the hill his hair blowing in the soft wind and rising sun creating a halo around him. With slow steps he approached the heavenly form as if approaching too fast would make him disappear.
"Zechs," his voice trembled slightly with nervousness, and the butterflies increased when the blonde turned smiling at him.
"Merry Christmas Duo," murmured the voice that always made him feel weak in the knees. Looking down he saw a small package wrapped in white with a gold ribbon being offered to him and he reached into his pocket pulling out his own present.
"Merry Christmas," smiled Duo as he exchanged his present with the one the blonde was holding. He watched with bated breath as his present was opened completely forgetting to open his own. When the platinum haired boy only stared at the item not saying anything he became slightly worried.
"I-I didn't know what to get you. I can always return it," he apologized. His eyes went wide when he warm lips were pressed gently against his own. After a few seconds he sighed closing his eyes melting into the kiss. 'He's so warm,' the thought floated somewhere through his head as they stood embracing on the silent hill, his present momentarily forgotten.
The loss of warmth had him opening his eyes, as Zechs stepped back. "Are you going to open that?" he raised an eyebrow pointing to the forgotten box in Duo's hands.
"Oh," he said lamely as he carefully fingered the wrapping folding it and storing it in his coat pocket. Taking a deep breath he glanced up at Zechs who motioned for him to hurry and open the box before looking back down and lifting the lid on the box. He forgot to breathe as he stared down at the fine gold necklace laying on the white satin in box a small gold wolf pendent with amethyst eyes looking back at him.
"Zechs," he gasped taking in a lung full of air, he looked aghast at the smiling boy then back at the gift he was given.
"Do you like it?" asked Zechs even though from Duo's reaction he already knew the answer.
"Like it! I love it," he shouted throwing himself at the taller boy wrapping his arms around his neck in a tight hug.
"You're welcome Duo," he said relief filling his voice as he buried his face in the loose strands inhaling the familiar scent of jasmine, pulling back slightly he leaned in and initiated their second kiss together.
"Duo," he breathe looking at the flushed boy in his arms "will you go out with me?" he asked staring into the wide lilac poles.
"Are you sure," he asked not believing the gorgeous boy would want him.
"I'm sure," he swore and took a deep breath closing his eyes. "I love you Duo," he said firmly knocking the wind out of Duo with his declaration.
'Oh god, Zechs loves me . . .,' his mind told him but it still wasn't registering.
"Duo," prodded the silent boy who stared at him, and he waved a hand in font of the blankly staring face. Grabbing the small shoulders he shook the boy gently calling his name again. "Duo!"
"Yes!" yelled Duo startling Zechs who was staring at him worriedly. "Are you ok?" he questioned the younger boy who nodded trying to alleviate his fears.
"I'm fine. Yes I'll go out with you Zechs," he soothed the rattled blonde "I love you too," he smiled tenderly at the now stunned Zechs.
Present
Violet eyes snapped open as Duo bolted upright breathing hard and looking panicked, scanning the dark room for a few minutes he realized he was still in his bed. Raising his hand he realized it was being restrained by something and looked down and to his left seeing a sleeping Mimi holding his hand tightly. Again he looked around his room wondering what was going on. His eyes landed on a basin of water on his nightstand and his mind finally understood that he was taken care of by his friend. Flopping back onto the bed he rolled his head to look at the clock on his nightstand which read six p.m. but he couldn't seem to bring himself to care.
Trailing his eyes down to the sleeping girl he sighed linking his fingers with hers. 'She must have been here with me all day, you must be so tired thank you Mimi,' he thought silently as his eyes drifted shut sending him into another dream sequence.
Past
His relationship with Zechs was doing well; they had continued their regular meetings and added a few things that couples would do. They exchanged Valentine's Day presents in February at Duo's house while his parents were away on business and they could spend the day together.
The two sat cuddled together on the thick rug staring into the crackling fire just simply enjoying each other's company and the peaceful moment. Looking up at Zechs Duo smiled brightly his eyes shining with the emotions he held for the blonde. Returning the smile Zechs captured the sweet lips in a soft and tender kiss that left them both feeling quite warm. As he raised his hand to thread into Duo's hair to deepen their kiss the door opened and Quatre's voice filtered in startling the two apart hastily.
"Duo, have you . . ." his brother trailed off as he stared at the two in front of the fire. "Zechs didn't know you were here," he greeted the other blonde his eyes narrowing slightly at the blush gracing the boy's cheeks and turned his gaze onto his little brother who looked equally flushed. "Am I interrupting something here," he began slowly as he stepped fully into the room walking over to tower over the two who were still seated on the floor.
"No," they both said and he became even more suspicious as he noticed them share a secret glance.
"No, nothing you just startled us is all. Did you need something Nii-san?" asked Duo as he stood to face his brother.
Looking away from the ice blue eyes he focused on his little brother. "I was just asking if you've finished all your homework yet," he questioned.
"Oh. Yes I have Nii-san," Duo assured and Quatre nodded, throwing a pointed glare at Zechs.
"Ok just wanted to make sure. If you need anything I'll be in the music room," he informed as he left the room.
Zechs released a heavy breath once the footsteps had retreated away from the sitting room. "Man I thought he would strangle me," the blonde complained.
Laughing Duo dropped into the warm lap and smiled when he was wrapped securely in thin arms. "My big brother is just a bit over-protective," he smiled and kissed his handsome boyfriend enjoying being this close to him.
Zechs' parents had agreed to let him sleep over that night and the two stayed up late into the night talking and watching the stars. Later that night they slept wrapped in each other's arms safe and happy.
Relena's birthday party was during the spring and since it was his boyfriend's sister he decided to be nice and get her a present. He was standing against a wall chatting with Zechs as Relena opened her presents, a flock of giggly girls surrounded her 'oohing' and 'ahhing' at all the right times. When there was a high pitched girly scream they turned to see the birthday girl staring open mouthed at one of her presents, when she looked up her eyes locking with his he knew instantly she was about to gush about the present he had got her.
"Ooh Duo!" she squealed lifting the blue and silver Faberge egg out of its casing to show everyone. Smiling slightly he nodded to her, acknowledging her appreciation of the gift. "Look everyone isn't it simply beautiful?" she bragged admiring the delicate gift. "Isn't my Duo sweet?" she said smugly looking at the jealous faces of the girls around her.
Zechs raised a brow glancing at the aforementioned boy, "Wow seems as though my sister has stolen you from me," he pouted cutely which earned him a glare and an elbow to his ribs.
Grinning stupidly he leaned down to whisper in Duo's ear. "Maybe I should remind you of why you were mine to begin with," then licked the tip before pulling away and sipping his punch. Since they were keeping their relationship a secret from everyone he barely got to spend much time with the older boy that day, since her highness Relena dragged him behind her everywhere she went but he drew the line at following her into her room and the facilities. The girl must have lost her bloody mind he thought later that day when Zechs had finally come to rescue him.
Present
He wasn't sure what had woke him this time but as he blinked open heavy lids he was greeted with the sight of a smiling Mimi.
"Duo oh my god you're awake!" she sobbed her eyes becoming misty as she stared down at him.
Quirking a small smile at his friend he sat up slowly and she rushed to arrange the pillows behind him so he could recline against them. Silver tears streaking her face let him know she was crying long before he woke.
"No more crying Mim's," he croaked and winced at the dryness of his throat and was handed a glass of cool water, which he sipped before he handed it back.
"Feel better?" she asked her eyes wide with concern.
"Yes, thank you," he nodded.
"Good," she sighed reaching for a bowl on his nightstand. "You had us all so worried," she said softly spooning some brought out of the bowl bringing it to his lips. Opening his mouth he accepted the spoon before frowning at the oblivious girl.
"I can feed myself you know," he grumbled but opened his mouth as the spoon was held in front of him. Giving the drowsy boy an incredulous look Mimi put down the spoon.
"Do you know how long you've been asleep?" she asked hotly.
Glancing at the clock which read five a.m. he stared at the girl, "A few hours why?" he said not understanding her sudden anger. Taking one of his hands gently in hers, her eyes became misty again.
"Duo . . .," she choked trying to hold back the tears, "You've been asleep for two days and the doctors only said that you were in shock, no one knew what caused it," she stopped shaking her head and spooning more broth out of the bowl.
"Two days," he whispered in shock as images flashed before his eyes and he closed his them against the onslaught of memories. His body started to convulse and he could hear Mimi screaming and calling his name from someplace far away, but couldn't bring himself to care as he welcomed the warm darkness back to him. Here he was safe and happy nothing bad could touch him there.
Past
On June third, Duo smiled and shook another anonymous person's hand for the day. Today was his twelfth birthday and already it had gone to the dogs. As soon as he arrived he was ushered off by his father to meet people he was told were important to the family business to which he nodded and obediently followed his father.
As he stood listening to some old fogey drone on about some nonsense or the other he sighed internally and chanced a glance away from the blubber neck man. A flash of platinum caught his eye and he gasped softly and was about to chase after it when a hand on his shoulder stopped him. Turning slowly he looked up into his father's steady gaze.
Gulping but keeping his emotions hidden he steeled his nerves. "Father, may I please be excused to greet my other guests?" His father studied him for a minute and was mostly likely about to turn him down when the man with the massive jowls intervened.
"Come now Winner, let the boy go. He's much too young to understand most of what we talk of anyway," he laughed heartily and Duo kept his eyes on his father while silently thanking the man as his father turned back to him and nodded once. Bowing politely to the group he quickly made his way from the room and steadily in the last direction he had seen the platinum vision disappear.
Wandering the halls he heard the faint sound of a grand piano and followed the sound to the practice room his brother often used. Pushing the door open silently he was met with the sight of his prey bowed over the keys of the large white piano a peacefully melody filtering out as long slender fingers glided across the keys. Moonlight from the ceiling high windows illuminated the pale strands turning them white and he could almost see the outline of folded wings against the hunched back. As the melody drew to a close he approached the unaware boy.
"Hey," he called softly and Zechs looked up at him.
"How long have you been there?" he asked rising from the bench but Duo pushed him back down.
"You play well. Will you play for me?" he smiled eagerly at the other boy who nodded dumbly turning to the piano. The braided boy sank down onto the bench next to the other boy and was mesmerized by the sound of the piano. He had returned to the party later that night and was immediately snatched up by his mother. But he didn't mind since he had got to spend some time with his blonde angel.
The following month just after the Fourth of July celebrations they celebrated Zechs' fifteenth birthday, it was a small a private celebration with only close friends and family and quite informal.
They spent the day playing Frisbee, volleyball and other sports while their dads barbecued or tried to at least and their moms lounged by the pool. Compared to his birthday this was much more fun, he guessed that was what being an only son would get you. Speaking of son's he looked over at his older brother who was chatting with some girl with red hair and blue-grey eyes. He watched as Quatre said something to the girl that made her giggle and he caressed her arm his lips dangerously close to her neck. His eyes locked with the aqua ones of his brother, the older boy smirked at him as he kissed the girl's neck and he quickly looked away when the girl shuddered clutching his brother's shoulders moaning into his ear.
His curiosity getting the better of him he chanced a glance back to the tree he last spotted his brother and the girl and blinked when they weren't there. Turning fully he saw them go deeper into the tree line and followed the two who slipped away from the party.
Hiding behind some berry bushes he peered at the two teens from between its branches. He watched as Quatre said something to the girl and he wished he could hear what they were talking about. Glancing around him he saw some bushes nearer to the two and quietly snuck over to them just as Quatre spoke again.
"You're a naughty girl Cathy," he grinned.
"Come now Quat, don't tell me you haven't thought about me doing this to you," she queried giving him a naughty smile as she sank to her knees in front of the blonde sliding his shorts down.
Duo's eyes widened as he saw the girl undress his brother and stroke his penis. 'What the hell?!' he thought unable to tear his eyes away as the girl leaned forward taking his brother into her mouth. His brother groaned throwing his head back against the tree trunk as the girl worked her mouth on his flesh. His face flushed as his brother pushed the girl's hair back and panted.
"God Cathy, I think you've g-gotten better at that," he gasped as he helped guide the girl's head onto his cock.
The girl he remembered as Catherine Bloom groaned around the full length in her mouth sending pleasurable vibrations up the length and through Quatre's body if his reaction was anything to go by.
"Unnn . . . shit that felt good," he panted thrusting into her willing mouth. Duo felt a strange heat gather in his stomach and he shifted slightly accidentally rustling the bushes he was hiding behind and he winced as his brother glanced over to his hiding spot. Still thrusting into the girl's mouth he watched a slow smile creep onto his brother's face. Slowly but quietly he backed away from his hiding spot and back to the barbecue where everyone was.
"Hey Duo, where've you been," called Zechs as he jogged up to the bench where he was sitting.
"Um … just wandering," he said evasively and changed the topic. "Great party, you enjoying yourself?"
"I am, now that you're here," smiled Zechs making Duo blush and give him an incredulous look.
"That was so girly Zechs, I can't believe you said that," he gaped and the blonde burst out laughing clutching his stomach.
Glaring he punched the cackling blonde in the arm and huffed when he continued laughing. "I'm sorry Duo, I was just trying to get you to relax," he said his laughter turning into light chuckles.
Duo nodded warily at the other boy not sure if he was telling the truth but couldn't stay mad at him for too long. Smiling he stood up "I'm going to get something to eat, want anything?" he asked the still smiling boy who nodded no and he headed off to the buffet table.
As he was gathering food onto his plate a body pressed close to his. "Enjoy the show little brother?" breathe Quatre and Duo wrenched away from him almost spilling the food on his plate.
Embarrassed at being caught he glared at his smirking older brother who was picking out his own food. "What's the matter Duo? Not hungry?" he asked loudly the teasing comment going unnoticed by others.
Not even bothering to answer Duo turned and stalked off to the grill putting as much space between him and his voyeuristic brother as possible. Sometimes he couldn't believe he was related to the other boy. Shaking his head he smiled at the servant who placed two kabobs on his plate and he moved on to the next area.
Present
A week later Duo woke up with an IV hooked to his arm and sighed. 'Wonder what happened this time, I don't even remember falling asleep.' His door opening brought his attention to Mimi entering the room.
"Mim's," he called out to her and her head snapped up staring into his eyes.
"Duo?" she asked the silent room. When he smiled she dropped the tray she was carrying and rushed over to his side hugging him. "Duo!" she kept repeating as she sobbed into his neck.
"Shh. It's ok I'm fine now," he soothed to distressed girl patting her back. "Tell me what happened," he said softly and he felt her nod against his neck.
An hour later he sat stunned into silence as Mimi told him about him going into shock and all about his seizures and also about his brother visiting him. He wasn't too worried about the seizures but he was curious to know if his brother felt guilty about his condition.
Past
All-round they had a great summer and fall rolled around bringing Halloween and Thanksgiving. Duo had a lot to be thankful for that year so it was just another bonus holiday for him this time around. There wasn't much excitement because Relena was still Relena and Quatre was still, well he didn't want to think about what his brother got up to. Really he didn't, but Christmas was only three weeks away and he couldn't wait. 'It would be his and Zechs' one year anniversary' he blushed and groaned.
"Man I sound like some sappy girl," he moaned falling backwards onto his bed. Staring at the ceiling he remembered the gift he had given the blonde last year, a silver mermaid that had pale blue and lavender gems carved into its tail. Zechs had loved the present so much he kissed him and in the process changing their relationship to another level.
After much research and thought and tossed out ideas he came up with the perfect idea for this years present. Printing the store's address he raced out of his room barely remembering to grab his coat on the way out in his excitement. Thirty minutes later they pulled in front of a store with large picturesque windows and glass doors looking up he read the sign that read Crystallisé. Grinning he hurried into the store where he was assisted by a sales associate in selecting his intended item of purchase.
A week before Christmas a package was delivered to him and together with ideas from Mimi he wrapped Zechs present and safely tucked it away in his favorite hiding spot. For the rest of the week Duo stood on edge from containing the excitement he felt at the upcoming holiday. When Christmas day finally rolled around he was fairly bursting at the seams but had to maintain appearance so as to not alert his family to his happiness.
Entering the dining room he wasn't concerned when he bumped into his older brother on his way out.
"Quatre where are you off to?" his mother stopped the blonde.
"Just out to meet a friend Hahaue," he smiled and their mother nodded indicating he could leave.
Duo narrowed his eyes at the retreating form of his brother but shrugged off the other's odd behavior in favor of breakfast. Six pancakes, an omelet and several pieces of turkey bacon later he was full and ready to meet Zechs. Bowing politely to his parents he stood taking his leave, once safely from the room he turned and jogged to the front door Mimi already there with his blue parka.
"The present is already in your right pocket," she smiled noticing his discreet looking behind her for the missing item. Smiling his thanks he was out the door in two seconds flat. The drive to the park seemed to be longer today than he ever remembered and once the park was in sight he became so caught up in his thoughts he failed to see the red sports car parked on another corner from where he was dropped off.
Running up the path to the hill he and Zechs always met he took the time to mull over what he would say to Zechs and what reactions he would have to this gift. Approaching the bottom of the hill he looked up and saw the platinum mane he loved running his hands through and was about to call out the boy's name but froze when he saw his brother step around the other boy. He watched in half curiosity and half horror as Quatre wound his arms around his boyfriend's neck and leaned up pressing their lips together.
'No!' his mind screamed at what it was witnessing. Zechs was his; Quatre had numerous girlfriends why would he go after him? Shaking his head to dislodge the image that was now permanently imprinted he released a broken sob and screamed.
"No!!!!!!!"
Zechs pushed Quatre away from him his eyes wide as his head whipped to where the scream came from, seeing Duo at the bottom of the hill with tears running down his heart shaped face. "Duo" he gasped stepping towards the boy who took a step back.
"How could you Zechs?" he cried brokenly tears blurring his vision.
"Duo, wait let me explain. This was an accident," he said hurriedly shaking his head.
"An accident? What you fucking tripped and happened to kiss my fucking brother?!" he screamed turning dark violet eyes filled with rage onto the other blonde. "And you are supposed to be my brother! My own flesh and fucking blood and you do this," he chuckled darkly "what the fuck is wrong with you!" screamed Duo.
Holding his palm upward with Zechs' present wrapped in navy blue foil dotted with little silver stars he let package fall to the snow covered ground as his eyes went dull. "This is my last present to you," he called to the boy who once held his heart then turned and started walking away.
"Duo! Wait, please," yelled Zechs as he ran after the rapidly fleeing braided boy, but as he got to the path Duo was already stepping into the limo.
Present
Swinging his legs over the edge of his bed he made to get up when Mimi started chastising him.
"Where do you think you're going?"
"To take a leak and then get a real shower," he informed her as he stood up and felt his world tilt slightly before gaining his balance. Looking down he saw Mimi looking up at him with worried eyes.
"If you're going to do all that at least let me help you," she said annoyed but happy that he was awake and back to himself. After he was done with his bath and relieving himself he got dressed and looked at the clock. He could still make it to school if he hurried; he had already missed enough work this past week but was confident he could make it all up in just one day or maybe two.
Half an hour later he was striding down the school's corridors whispers following him as he passed the gossiping student body. Seeing the person he was looking for at her locker as she prepared for the day's lesson he approached her.
"Relena," he said loud enough for her to hear. Blinking blue eyes in surprise she turned and stared at the person she was sure was a figment of her imagination.
"Winner-sama," he gasped not believing her eyes. She watched in a daze as he approached her . . . smiling! Surely she was dreaming if Duo was smiling openly in front of everyone.
Taking girl's hand he went to one knee before her sending students into a frenzy of wild chatter and gossip. Relena blushed looking down at the man of her dreams not sure what to think of his behavior.
"Winner-sama what…," she started but was cutoff as he began to speak.
"Relena, I know I've been blind all this time," he spoke looking up into her curious gaze. "But will you go out with me?" he asked and several loud gasps could be heard in the silent corridor.
"Y-yes! Yes Duo I will go out with you," she cried excitedly and threw herself into his arms when he stood up returning her embrace. Pulling back he leaned down and pressed his lips to hers in a kiss that left her knees weak and her head spinning.