"Shadows of The Past" Pg 28

Disclaimer/Notes: I do not own Gundam Wing or any of it's wonderful character, they are owned by some rich guy.
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Everyone fell silent as their eyes fell on a large man shaped figure. The shadows of the large trees around them hid his entire face and most of the definition on his figure. Duo could easily sense the fear in the animals and how it began to creep up on his companions. He knew they weren't ready for this, to face him. Looking at the large figure he noticed strong cold black eyes. He searched for a safe place to take them, to talk. Finding an open field several miles away he picked it, and then the large group disappeared from the trail.

Just after they appeared in a thickly wooded area Duo spoke. "Suppress your powers now!"

Duo suppressed his and that which had been present in Heero. The others also suppressed their power a million questions running through their heads.

"What the hell? Who was that?" Wufei demanded.

"It seems he had found us, guess the seasons did change faster then we had thought," Duo remarked. "She had been right about it."

The flames of the small fire they had built danced as a figure appeared in them. Duo didn't say anything for fear of having to explain it to them; he waited for her to speak first.

"Uh... does anyone else see the lady in the fire?" Quatre asked timidly.

"You can see her?" Duo blurted out surprised.

"I have shown myself to all of you, for it is time for the Gods to explain what you are and who you face," Duo's mother said looking around at them all. "Duo it is time for you to know the whole truth, you are a God. Like all Gods you were raised with humans, that shows us your true spirit. When this is over you will be able to return to your rightful place."

"No! I won't leave," Duo protested his face turning red with anger.

"I see, you are not the first to fall in love with a human, at least he is of noble birth," She answered before smiling. "I knew you were going to say that though, so I got everyone's blessings. We wish you luck, return when you are ready."

"I won't lose my powers?"

"Oh no, you were born a God we can't take that away from you. We can only wait for your decision to return to us." She replied before looking over at Heero. "Noble Prince you're a very special young man. For a Devine being had chosen you, at first we weren't sure why. Now we understand that he saw a compassionate and strong future in you. Do you feel him, yes I believe you do."

"Ma'am he doesn't feel bad, it's almost like he wants to help," Heero said not even startled by her.

"Only call on him if the situation grows dire, but it is good to have him on our side. You seemed to have calmed, what a changed your attitude I wonder," she said with a coy smile causing Heero to blush. She turned to face the three mages of light. "Your powers have grown strong, we are proud of you three."

"Wait, in our dream we had seen that it was Heero's curiosity," Trowa spoke up.

"Well he was curious, about two things, which have both been satisfied. Only that was just part of the reason, we used it to get you together. Although when you were contending King Treize about allowing the strongest mage of light to join you I was getting kind of worried."

"What... Milliardo is..."

"Yes his power surpasses your own, he had been born and gifted with it," she answered cutting him off. Finally she turned her eyes on Wufei. "Winter Dragon, we knew we had chosen right by your bloodline. You have done your job and more."

"Mother... do you mean you tricked us into grouping up?" Duo asked.

"Tricked is such an ugly word, more like guided although fate played her role. This is the last time I will see you until you return to us, be careful darling." She said then suddenly turned to the tigrdo nestled beside Heero. "Take good care of them Kieandra."

The large animal purred before the figure disappeared from the dancing flames. They all looked at each other shock and surprise on their faces.

"Who are we facing?" Wufei asked the first to speak.

"Well..." Duo started before he felt something inside of him sift, like when you first wake up. "I think whatever sets the Gods apart just woke up cause I feel like I know everything."

"Wow!" Quatre exclaimed. "I know a God!"

"How are we going to defeat this being we will face?" Milliardo wondered getting them back on subject.

"I think it will be a battle of strength and magic," Duo answered trying not to gush. "Honestly I believe we won't know until we face him. We should rest I feel that tomorrow is going to be a very hard day."

Everyone settled down trying to find some sleep knowing they would meet their destiny tomorrow. Finally it seemed a calm befell their small camp as did night.

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Duo lay watching the first sun appear over the horizon, were they really ready to face this. Heero was curled up beside him as was Kieandra. Looking over he watched Quatre and Trowa sift closer while Milliardo buried his head deeper into Wufei's chest. 'We deserve one last day before we face this thing, no regrets.' Duo thought realizing how close they all had gotten since starting this adventure.

As everyone began to stir he made up his mind on just what to do. Watching them awake, he knew they all deserved and needed this. "Hey guys I think we should take a little private time before we do this," he suggested.

The others looked at each other before realizing just what he was talking about. "Yeah I think that would get us focused," Quatre agreed.

"Okay keep your powers suppressed, and meet back here when the first sun meets the horizon."

They all agreed before Trowa helped Quatre up and they disappeared into the thick trees. Milliardo looked at Heero, smiling warmly at the prince.

"Go ahead, he's waiting," Heero said gesturing toward Wufei who stood by a large tree. Milliardo nodded before joining him and then they both disappeared, hand in hand, behind it and down a path.

Duo chuckled lightly before jumping to his feet and pulling Heero up. "I want to show you something." Duo said before leading the young man and his faithful pet away from their small camp.

Walking quickly he led them through the underbrush until he stopped at a large open clearing. The two suns hung above them shining their bright lights over the radiant flowers that seemed to glow with a pure beauty. The colors would warm anyone, even without the suns.

"Wow how did you know this place was here? It's beautiful," Heero said awe in his voice.

"That's a secret beautiful. Come on let's go sit on that rock over there," Duo suggested pulling Heero with him as he walked. Sitting down Heero plopped down beside him leaning against Duo's shoulder. Duo reached into his pocket and pulled out a long gold chain with an elegant charm hanging from it. Several colors denoted the charm drawing out the shape of a dragon. "Heero I've been meaning to give this to you for some time now.

Heero accepted the chain and slid it over his head so that it rested flat against his chest, the colors shining brightly in the sunlight. "I think this is perfect," Heero whispered. "Uh... Duo will you return with me when this is over?"

"Oh yeah," Duo replied with a sigh his arm going around Heero's waist to hold him closer.


Quatre sat on a large log, Trowa's head resting in his lap. Aquamarine eyes met emerable at the blond finally spoke since sitting down there. "I believe we are going to win, our will to win is to strong not to. Then afterwards we can get married my beloved."

Trowa's hand came up to gently caress the blonde's cheek before interlocking their fingers. "Yes, I know it will all work out just fine."

They stayed that way enjoying the quiet silence of the forest around them, not needing anything else to make them happy.


Milliardo watched the clouds pass over them, his head resting on Wufei's stomach. The young man let his hand comb the soft blonde strands. Just being with the white mage was good enough for him.

"Wufei what will you do after all this?" Milliardo finally spoke.

"I don't know, don't really have anywhere I have to be," Wufei answered.

"Well would you like to come back to the capital with me?" Milliardo asked softly.

Wufei smiled even though the older man couldn't see it. "I would love to but what about your King?"

"I'll still advise him and watch over his son, but I know nothing more will happen between us. For I have met someone who fills all my wants and needs."

"Oh I see," Wufei replied with a chuckle. "He sure is glad to hear that."

Milliardo sighed softly as a calm silence settled between them; they didn't need anymore words everything was in their touch.

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