Love Will See Us Through
Disclaimer: Neither Allure-chan nor I own Sailor Moon or Gundam Wing. Please don't sue us, all I have is a broken blow dryer and a few Hershey kisses left over from my Easter Basket last year -_-'
Note: This is a little idea that I came up with and I thought it'd be kinda cool *giggles*. Anyway, I got the idea for this fic from a picture of Duo as Shinigami and ever since I saw that pic, I've wanted to write a fic to go along with it and here it is *holds up hands by title, presenting it*. Anyway, this is going to be kinda weird but just bear with us k? It'll be GREAT!!! Anyway, that's all I really wanna say now, hope you enjoy!!
Chapter 2: Don't Rush!
Tsukino Usagi ran up the steps to Juuban High School, gripping the silver crossover that hung loosely around her neck, attempting to race against time, just so that she wouldn't be late, and get detention again. Gasping as she ran, so caught up into getting to class before the bell rang, she didn't even see the person before until her body slammed right into another.
"Gomen, Gomen." Usagi apologized, bowing repeatedly, not bothering to stare at the person.
"It's alright." A male voice replied. She looked up to see a pair of cheerful violet eyes that belonged to a very handsome looking guy with long brown hair done into braid trailing past his back. "Late?"
She nodded, stunned by him for no apparent reason, forgetting about time. "Hai."
His lips curved into an usual cheeky grin, but it framed his features so that it gave her look at his personality, meaning he must be the happy go lucky type. "Don't rush." He advised. "You still have a minute or so."
"Nani!" Her eyes widened, causing her trance to fade. "I'm late." If she had a second to spare, she would have said something else, but time was of the essence, without thinking, she took off running again, unaware of the young man watching her.
Kou Seiya smiled as his girlfriend entered the room. "Odango's actually on time." He joked, leaning back into his seat, with his arms folded behind his head.
Usagi frowned playfully, light slapping his shoulder as she took her seat in the desk behind him. "Very funny Seiya-kun." She shook her head.
He grinned thinly, turning around, arching an eyebrow. "So are we still on for the movies tonight?"
"Hai." She beamed.
"Cool." Seiya said, turning, and facing the board, satisfied.
The room quieted as their teacher came in, followed by another. Usagi's eyes widened slightly, surprised to see that it was the guy she had bumped into earlier. For some reason, it seemed as if he was staring at her more than the rest of the class.
"Class we have a new exchange student from America." The teacher announced. "Please introduce yourself."
"My name is Duo Maxwell. I'm very pleased to be here and to meet all of you." He said cheerfully.
The teacher nodded, and sat down behind his desk. "Please take a seat beside Usagi-san."
"Hai." Duo said, looking around the room. Obviously, the desk beside a rather pretty blond haired girl was the only vacant one, so without hesitation, he walked the small distance, and took a seat.
Usagi smiled at him. "Welcome to Japan Duo-san." She said, extending her hand.
Duo took it, shaking it lightly. "Arigato Usagi, but just call me Duo ne?" He grinned sideways, his eyes staring deeply into hers.
"Alright Duo." She agreed, caught in his gaze, forgetting they still held hands, or that they were in class for that matter, there was something about him, something oddly familiar, she just couldn't place it. It unnerved yet excited her.
The teacher's voice brought her back to reality, reminding her that class had begun, and reluctantly, she released his hand, and faced the board, not noticing that Duo's eyes were still on her before he did the same.
Through the rest of the class, Usagi's mind was on something else other than the daily lessons. From time to time, she would sneak a glance at Duo, trying to figure out why he made her feel the way she did.
She forced her self to concentrate on the new kanji letters, but she couldn't help herself, she just had to steal another glance at him. When she did, she found that he had his cheek resting on his palm, relaxed. Suddenly, he looked at her, and their eyes met. She blushed and turned back to her paper, a little embarrassed for staring, but hey, it was curiosity. Not only that, but he was cute. Goodness, what was she thinking, she had Seiya.
'I'm just looking.' She thought, giggling faintly, looking up at her boyfriend, staring at his long black ponytail. They had been going out since he transferred to Juuban High School with his two other friends Taiki and Yaten eight months ago. Yeah, she did receive a lot of envious glares from other girls, but there was nothing she could do about it; Seiya was part of The Three Lights, and that was something she couldn't believe, that an idol liked her, or wanted to date her to begin with.
Sighing, Usagi stared at her paper, twisting the chain of her necklace, grasping the cross in a fist, closing her eyes, thinking. Why did being near Duo give her chills, it was just too strange. It was as if she knew him from somewhere, but where?
"Usagi." She heard, then looked up. Seiya chuckled lightly. "The bell just rang, usually you're out the door by now." Usagi blinked, unsure of what to say. Seiya shrugged and grabbed her hand, pulling her up. "Let's go."
"Hai." She nodded, picking up her book bag, glancing at the seat beside her, only to find that Duo was nowhere to be seen. 'Where did he go?' She thought to herself, disappointed for no reason.
"Odango." Seiya raised his eyebrows, wondering why she was just standing there.
Usagi bowed her head, putting on a smile, and then faced him. "Ne?"
Seiya stared at her, confused by her behavior, but brushed it off. "Come on." He said, leading her out of the room.
Duo stood by the parking lot, watching as Usagi walked out of the building, holding hands with another guy. So he was late in getting to her, but at least Mamoru hadn't found her yet. He had to do everything he could to keep them from ever meeting. At least with this guy, Seiya, he still had a chance. Smiling to himself, he watched as the teen idol led her to a rather fancy sports car, and a minute later, they drove off.
She still hadn't received her memories, of him or Mamoru. That was a good thing, but it was torture to see her with someone else. But it felt good to be near he again. His feelings for her would never change. History was always repeating it self, he would fall in love with her again and again.
There was no need to rush, she would remember him soon, and he had to give her that time. It was not easy, but he had to force himself. She still wore the cross he had given her so long ago, and that was enough, for now anyway.
"Usagi." He whispered, staring in the direction she had gone, his eyes flickering.
Seiya's voice sounded like it was a mile away. Usagi stared out the car window, her mind elsewhere, only half listening to what was being said. 'Duo Maxwell?' She thought, frowning slightly, running her fingers over the cross.
"Usagi-chan." A voice whispered into her ear, arms encircling her waist, holding her close.
"Nani?" She said in a hushed voice, sitting up straight, her eyes wide. What kind of thought was that?
"Odango?" Seiya glanced at her. "Daijoubu-ka?
Usagi nodded, not looking at him. "Hai."
Seiya glanced at her again, confusion in his eyes.
Duo walked through the crowded streets, his eyes downcast. Tokyo was different from California. But this is where Usagi had been reborn. He had to find out if her senshi had also been reborn here also. If she were to meet any of them, they could trigger her memory. He could let that happen. This was his second chance, and he had suffered long enough, there was no way he was going to lose her again.
"Meow."
Duo looked down at his feet, to find a white cat rubbing against his leg, staring up at him with pleading eyes. "Where did you come from neko-chan." He smiled, bending down and picking up the feline. The cat licked his hand, and began purring. "I take it you're hungry." He chuckled, petting the cat under the chin.
The cat meowed again, rubbing against his fingers.
"I'll take that as a yes." Duo grinned, allowing the cat to crawl onto his shoulder.
Artemis smiled inwardly. 'At last, I've found Shinigami.' He thought.
If there was one this he took notice of, it was the crescent moon on the kitty's forehead. This was either Artemis or Luna. He couldn't remember, but if it was, then they must be planning something like him. But since he was not one to mistreat animals, he would find out later what the two-guardian cats were up too. For now, he was going to continue his walk.
Later that night…………..
Duo lay on his bed, staring up at the ceiling with his arms folded behind his head, listening to the yet another popular Three Lights song; Just how many times were the radio stations going to play this song over and over again. This had to be the eighth time he heard Negaraboshie in one day. He had to admit, this was no ordinary love song it carried a hidden message.
"Who is this song for really?" He said out loud, arching an eyebrow.
"Duo." Whispered a voice.
He sat up, his eyes unreadable. "You…………………"
::Fin::
This chapter was brought to you by my VERY talented Neechan, Lady Allure! *holds up hands and motions toward Allure-chan as she steps out from behind the curtain* Anyway, je for now! The next chapter will be posted… ummm… I dunno…. As soon as it's written I guess -_-' Ja ne! *waves* Email Lady Allure at Lady_Allure@arcticnightfall.zzn.com