Even though I hate disclaimers, I'll write one this time. Thanx goes to the people who gave me so many reviews. And to that person who put this story on their fav. stories list. When I started writting this, I didn't think it was that good. But now I'm having fun writting it and I know people like reading it. Thank you, everyone. Enough of my speeches, huh?
Well, on with this fab. story!
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Ever since opening night, Lita had changed. She didn't talk as freely with Trowa as she once did. Her performances got better, though. And Heero was always in the audience, much to Trowa's dislike. Sometimes there would even be a rose from an anonymous fan on her vanity after shows. This made Trowa a bit angry.
After their third performance, a familiar face appeared on the grounds. Trowa didn't notice at first because he was feeding the elephants and trying to convince Lita to come up and pet one. Her next act would involve riding on one's back,after all.
"Come on,Lita," he coaxed. "They won't hurt you. Look." He reached out and petted the biggest one's forehead. Her name was Sheba and she was about fourteen tons, the biggest elephant on the colony. This was the one Lita was performing with.
"No,no,no,no," she said, shaking her head and waving her hands. "I'm not coming over there. Peolpe get trampled by elephants!"
"People also die from falling off of the tight wire and trapezee," Trowa reasoned.
"So? I'm still not coming over there," she said firmly.
At this point,Trowa was running out of ideas. So he dug in his pocket. He held his hand in a fist so she couldn't see what was in it. She pretended not to be looking, but actually, she was.
"Lita," he said. "Come here,I have something to show you. It's really important."
"Okay," she sighed, deciding that she could trust him not to trick her. She walked over and stood in front of him. "What is it?"
Slowly, he opened his hand. It was empty! Before she could do anything, she found that the elephant had wrapped it's trunk around her waist and now lifted her onto it's back. She screamed in fright, reaching for Trowa's hand. He climbed up on the elephant behind her and put one arm around her waist. She clutched his arm with both hands, holding on so tight that her knuckles were turning white. *She sure has a grip,* Trowa thought. The elephant beganto walk and Lita squealed and back up against Trowa. He blushed deeply. She was practicly sitting in his lap.
"You have to hold on,Lita," he whispered in her ear. "If you don't, you're going to fall."
"Okay," she said, trying to overcome her emotions. But her senses kept screaming. She was so close to Trowa. It felt comfortable to her.
She was too busy trying to get her head straight to notice that Trowa had released her waist. Suddenly, she knew there wasn't anything to be afraid of. Trowa wouldn't let her be harmed. The elephant was walking towards the big top where they were going to be practicing. When they entered, Lita took a deep breath.
"Trowa," someone called. He stood up on Sheba's back and looked around. He waved and jumped down. A woman who looked slightly older than Lita was beckoning Trowa towards her. Somehow, she looked familiar to Lita. Like she'd seen her before somewhere. The woman hugged Trowa and Lita felt a stab of jealousy. Why should she be jealous? She didn't even like Trowa like that. Did she? *No,* she told herself. *He's my friend and a fellow circus member. Anyway, I'm swearing off guys. They're nothing but trouble.* But still the question troubled Lita.
Lita sighed and stood up on Sheba's back. She was no longer scared of the gentle giant. Now, what was she supposed to do for the routine. She nudged Sheba into a walk, just as Trowa had shown her. *Man, he sure does have a way with animals,* thought Lita dreamily. *There I go again! Stupid Lita,* she scolded herself.
At first, Lita had Sheba walk around the ring so she could get used to standing on her back while she was moving. After about two or three laps, Lita started performing her tricks. Two-handed handstand,one-handed handstand, Slow back flip out of a one-handed handstand,the a front flip,a one handed cartwheel, and other complicated moves.
After about ten laps of walking, Lita had Sheba charge around the ring while she did these tricks. It was certiantly more complicated this way. *Now's the part where I grab that trapezee and start the arcobatics part,* she reminded herself. With a series of tricks, she moved foward until the was on Sheba's neck. The elephant knew this was the cue and put her trunk back towards Lita. Lita put one hand on the trunk and performed her last one-handed handstand in this part of the routine. Sheba lifted her up and Lita found the trapeze with her legs. She let go of Sheba and watched the elephant slow down and stop beside Trowa. Anger burned in the pit of her stomach as she saw Trowa was still talking to that woman. But now they were looking at her. She tuned her face away and went on with her act.
Trowa was talking with Cathrine Bloom, but watching Lita out of the corner of his eye. He still couldn't believe that Cathrine had decided to come back to the circus.
"She's very talented," Cathrine said, referring to Lita.
"Yes," Trowa said to his big sister.
"Very nice skills. She's quite pretty,also," Cathrine said in admiration. Trowa blushed at this statement. Cathrine smiled. So, her little brother had noticed. Only an idiot wouldn't notice Lita's skill and beauty. Cathrine decided not to mention that to Trowa.
"When did she start," Cathrine questioned.
"A couple months ago," responed Trowa, glad that his sister hadn't noticed his blushing.
"Her opening night went off without a hitch,I presume," asked Cathrine.
"Yeah," Trowa said. Trowa saw Lita look over at them. She looked angry. Why? She suddenly released the trapezee and started plummeting to the ground. She was spinning, her arms crossed over her chest and her legs pointed straight upwards,falling downward facefirst. Trowa went into a panic. She would surley die if she hit the ground. He went running towards her.
Lita mentally prepared herself for the deathspiral, a move she was famous and proud of. She saw Trowa running towards her but paid him no mind. She whislted and Sheba came over. Somehow, Lita slowed her fall and landed in a one-handed handstand on Sheba's back. Sheba started jogging around the ring once more, as practiced. Lita slowly lowered herself into a standing position and looked around. The lady was clapping,but so was someone else. Then Lita got a familiar chill, and looked to the stands. Trowa's friends were sitting there, all of them applauding her. She bowed and smiled, then had Sheba go to her knees. Lita climbed down from the giant mammal's back.
"That was fablous,Lita," Duo said, shaking her hand. "Kept me in suspense the whole time. What was that last thing you did,the freefall? What do you call it?"
"That's one of my favorites," Lita said, her face lighting up in a smile. "It's called 'Death Spiral'. Never fails to catch that audience's attention."
"I'll say," said Quatre. "I almost had a heart-attack."
"Sorry," she said,laughing.
"So,you're scared of elephants, but you can do that," Trowa asked, walking towards her.
"Was scared of elephants. I'm not anymore. I was scared of them ever since one got loose and trampled a few clowns at a circus I used to work at," Lita said. "That was horrible. It also trampled it's trainer. But the man deserved it for beating the elephant. Poor Titano had never done anything to hurt anyone."
"Did anyone die," asked Duo with great intrest.
"Nah,the clowns lived and they released Titano in Africa. The trainer died. He deserved it,though. I almost got trampled. But a very good friend saved me," she said, her eyes almost welling up with tears. She couldn't cry over him. He was just a friend now.
"Trowa," Quatre said, clearing his throat. "Oh,Hello Ms. Bloom," he smiled at the woman that had bee talking to Trowa. Bloom? Wait a minute!
"Cathrine Bloom," Lita asked.
"Why,yes," the woman said. "Nice to see that I'm remembered. And you must be the famous Miss Lily that I've heard so much about from people on this colony and my little brother."
"Little brother," Lita repeated,confused.
"Trowa's my little brother," Cathrine said polietly.
"Oh,of course,how silly of my to forget. You two are quite the famous duo on Earth. You're sensational," Lita said, shaking Cathrine's hand.
"I've decided to bring that duo back to life here. I've talked to the manager,and I managed to get my job back. Are you enjoying life here," Cathrine asked.
"It's marvelous," Lita gushed.
"Exuces us,ladies," Duo said. "But we need to borrow Trowa for a minute or two. You,too,Cathrine,please."
The pilots walked to the other side of the ring with Cathrine. Heero stayed behind to talk to Lita.
"Hello, Heero," she said cheerfully. "And how are you on this wonderful day?"
"I'm fine,thanks," he replied plainly.
"That's good to hear," Lita said.
"I was wondering if you'd like to go get something to eat later. Maybe I could show you around the colony," he said hopefully.
"That'd be great," she exclaimed. "I've been here for months and I haven't even looked around."
"Great,I'll come pick you up later,ok?"
"Sure," she said, shaking his hand. *This is just dinner and him showing me around,* she kept telling herself. *It's not a date.*
Trowa was watching Heero closely. He felt like running over there and proclaiming his feelings for Lita. *What am I,insane,* he thought. *She probally doesn't even like me anyway. She doesn't act like she likes either of us. Women......*
"Trowa,did you hear us," asked Quatre.
"No,sorry," Trowa said, turning back to the conversation. But he still kept looking at Lita and Heero every once in awhile.
Quatre watched his tall friend glance over at Lita. *Poor Trowa,* Quatre thought. *He's got it bad. And Heero....Seems like they both like her. But what about Relena? This presents a problem. Maybe she can help.....Yes,she can definatly help.* And he made a mental note to himself to call a friend of his when he got home. She would definatly be able to help with this situation.
(Later that night, at Quatre's mansion....)
"Hello," a female voice picked up the phone.
"Hello, may I please speak with Mina Aino," Quatre asked polietly.
"Speaking," the young voice said.
"Mina,this is Quatre Winner. Remember me?"
"Quatre," she squealed. "Of course. What can I do for you?"
"I have a favor to ask of you. Do you think that you can come and visit me on my colony?"
"Sure. Would you mind if I brought a couple friends," she asked hopefully.
"Of course. You're all welcome."
"Thank you," she said.
"Good night," he said.
"Good night," she said.
They hung up the phone simotanusly. Quatre rubbed his hands together evily. Then he cleared his throat and left. *Boy,* he thought. *Heero is sure to by in for a big surprise.*
(Back at the circus...........)
Lita looked herself over again. She smoothed her emeraled green dress that she was wearing. It was pleated from the hips down and came to her knees. It was sleevless. Her hair was pulled back into it's usual ponytail and she had added just a touch of make-up.
"Where are you going," a voice asked,startling her.
"Trowa! My god,you almost gave me a heart attack. I'm just going to eat dinner with Heero," she said,sighing.
"Oh," he said,slightly put down.
"Lita," someone called. "Telephone call for you."
"Thank you," she said as a tall man handed her the phone. "Hello,Lita Kino speaking."
"Lita," said Heero's voice over the phone. "I'm sorry,but I can't make it tonight. Quatre needs help with something."
"Oh," Lita said dejectdly. "It's alright. I understand. Uh-huh. Ok. Bye." She hung up the phone.
Trowa had watched the play of emotions on her face. She looked so dissapointed.
"Are you alright," he asked.
"Ye- No," she cried and fell into his arms,crying. He was so taken aback,he didn't know what to do.
"What's wrong," he asked.
"Men," she said between sobs.
"What about them?"
"Why do I always have the lousy luck with them," she asked.
Trowa didn't know how to answer, so just patted her back as she cried on his shirt. Poor girl.
"Trowa," she whispered.
"Hmmm?"
"I want to show you something," she said in the same whisper.
"What is it," he asked.
"I need someone to talk to. I want to know if I've brought this on myself," she said, leading him to her room. From the vanity, she picked up a picture frame that was laying facedown. She handed it to Trowa. He studied the picture. Lita was standing beside a man with dark hair. She looked so happy. So did the man. His arms were around her and they were laughing.
"You look happy," he said.
"We were," she commented dreamily. "Those were the days. His name is Darien Chiba. We lived near each other for awhile."
"Boyfriend," he asked.
"Yeah,I guess," she said, sitting down on the vanity's stool.
"So," he asked.
"He had a girlfriend. He's still with her,come to think of it. Her name's Serena. They're happy together. She was one of my best friends back in Juuban," she said.
"What happened?"
"Well,I'm not sure how it happened,but me and him got involved. I don't mean that I slept with the guy. I was still in high school at the time and working at a circus in Juuban. He had a job and Serena. They were so in love. I'm not sure why he would ever want me. But we started dating,and I think that I loved him. No one knew about us. Not even any of my friends. But one day, one of mine and Serena's friends, her name is Ami, saw us walking together from an amusement park. I guess she told Rei and Mina and Serena. They confronted Darien and I about it, and the truth came out. Serena was crushed. My best and only friends hated me. So I left and came here, hoping to make a new life. I decided to swear off guys for the rest of my life. I don't even know why I agreed to go to dinner with Heero in the first place. I'm so stupid....."
"No," Trowa said,lifting her chin. She looked so miserable that it struck a chord in his heart. "You're not stupid. People just sometimes make dumb mistakes. It's not your fault that life turned out like this for you."
"Trowa....," she whispered.
Compelled by a strange force, Trowa leaned foward and kissed her lips lightly. When he pulled back, he studied her face intently.
"I'm sorry," he whispered. He turned to walk away,but she grabbed his wrist.
"Don't be. You're the kindest person that I've met in a long time. Thank you." She showed him what a real kiss was.
"Good night,Trowa," she whispered as he walked out the door.
"Good night, Lita," he said and closed her door.
In the shadows, Cathrine smiled. Finally, Trowa was finding out what love was like.
(The next night, the night of the big performance.......)
Lita was waiting back stage. She had looked everywhere for Trowa. He was up next. She felt a tap on her shoulder and turned to see Trowa. He looked stunningly handsome. His mask covered half of his face. It made him seem a mystery. He was wearing green baggy pants and a red suspenders. He didn't have on a shirt. Lita was surprised. He was more muscular than he looked with a shirt on.
"You're on next," she reminded,smiling.
"Thanks," he said and kissed her forehead. And for the first time that Lita had ever seen, he smiled.
Trowa looked at Lita before he left. She was wearing an emerald green leotard, one with a little pleated skirt (the kind of leotards that figure skaters wear.), that was just a shade lighter than her eyes. She had her usual pair of slippers that laced up like a ballerina's. The little make-up she was wearing made her look, if possibly to him, even more beautiful. Her hair was in the usual bun and styled normally. She gave him a thumbs-up for good luck and then went to see if Sheba was ready.
Lita watched Trowa and Cathrine's act in suspense. She was throwing knives at him. How entertaining! Her aim was dead on. WOW! Then it was Lita's turn. She waved at Trowa as she and Sheba passed him.
The audience ooohhed and ahed at her performance. Lita's death spiral was a smash hit. The audience loved it! She bowed and watched in wonder as Sheba did the closest thing that and elephant can to a bow. Lita led Sheba backstage and started removing the elephant's head dress.
"Nice performance," said a familiar voice. Lita jumped and spun around. She now stood facing Serena,Mina,Ami,Rei, and Darien.
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Wow,that was longer than I thought it would be. What do you people think? I love writting this. It's so much fun. Things are really getting complicated for Lita,huh? And what about Trowa? What will he do now that Darien is here? And what about Heero? Who will win the delicate acrobat's heart in the end? And what do the scouts (they won't be scouts in this fic, unless you want them to be. Let's take a vote. Vote now.) have in store for Lita? Can Lita be truly happy? Why am I asking you? ^_^; I've lost my mind....... Someone please help me. Well, until next time, my loyal readers. Later Days.
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Ever since opening night, Lita had changed. She didn't talk as freely with Trowa as she once did. Her performances got better, though. And Heero was always in the audience, much to Trowa's dislike. Sometimes there would even be a rose from an anonymous fan on her vanity after shows. This made Trowa a bit angry.
After their third performance, a familiar face appeared on the grounds. Trowa didn't notice at first because he was feeding the elephants and trying to convince Lita to come up and pet one. Her next act would involve riding on one's back,after all.
"Come on,Lita," he coaxed. "They won't hurt you. Look." He reached out and petted the biggest one's forehead. Her name was Sheba and she was about fourteen tons, the biggest elephant on the colony. This was the one Lita was performing with.
"No,no,no,no," she said, shaking her head and waving her hands. "I'm not coming over there. Peolpe get trampled by elephants!"
"People also die from falling off of the tight wire and trapezee," Trowa reasoned.
"So? I'm still not coming over there," she said firmly.
At this point,Trowa was running out of ideas. So he dug in his pocket. He held his hand in a fist so she couldn't see what was in it. She pretended not to be looking, but actually, she was.
"Lita," he said. "Come here,I have something to show you. It's really important."
"Okay," she sighed, deciding that she could trust him not to trick her. She walked over and stood in front of him. "What is it?"
Slowly, he opened his hand. It was empty! Before she could do anything, she found that the elephant had wrapped it's trunk around her waist and now lifted her onto it's back. She screamed in fright, reaching for Trowa's hand. He climbed up on the elephant behind her and put one arm around her waist. She clutched his arm with both hands, holding on so tight that her knuckles were turning white. *She sure has a grip,* Trowa thought. The elephant beganto walk and Lita squealed and back up against Trowa. He blushed deeply. She was practicly sitting in his lap.
"You have to hold on,Lita," he whispered in her ear. "If you don't, you're going to fall."
"Okay," she said, trying to overcome her emotions. But her senses kept screaming. She was so close to Trowa. It felt comfortable to her.
She was too busy trying to get her head straight to notice that Trowa had released her waist. Suddenly, she knew there wasn't anything to be afraid of. Trowa wouldn't let her be harmed. The elephant was walking towards the big top where they were going to be practicing. When they entered, Lita took a deep breath.
"Trowa," someone called. He stood up on Sheba's back and looked around. He waved and jumped down. A woman who looked slightly older than Lita was beckoning Trowa towards her. Somehow, she looked familiar to Lita. Like she'd seen her before somewhere. The woman hugged Trowa and Lita felt a stab of jealousy. Why should she be jealous? She didn't even like Trowa like that. Did she? *No,* she told herself. *He's my friend and a fellow circus member. Anyway, I'm swearing off guys. They're nothing but trouble.* But still the question troubled Lita.
Lita sighed and stood up on Sheba's back. She was no longer scared of the gentle giant. Now, what was she supposed to do for the routine. She nudged Sheba into a walk, just as Trowa had shown her. *Man, he sure does have a way with animals,* thought Lita dreamily. *There I go again! Stupid Lita,* she scolded herself.
At first, Lita had Sheba walk around the ring so she could get used to standing on her back while she was moving. After about two or three laps, Lita started performing her tricks. Two-handed handstand,one-handed handstand, Slow back flip out of a one-handed handstand,the a front flip,a one handed cartwheel, and other complicated moves.
After about ten laps of walking, Lita had Sheba charge around the ring while she did these tricks. It was certiantly more complicated this way. *Now's the part where I grab that trapezee and start the arcobatics part,* she reminded herself. With a series of tricks, she moved foward until the was on Sheba's neck. The elephant knew this was the cue and put her trunk back towards Lita. Lita put one hand on the trunk and performed her last one-handed handstand in this part of the routine. Sheba lifted her up and Lita found the trapeze with her legs. She let go of Sheba and watched the elephant slow down and stop beside Trowa. Anger burned in the pit of her stomach as she saw Trowa was still talking to that woman. But now they were looking at her. She tuned her face away and went on with her act.
Trowa was talking with Cathrine Bloom, but watching Lita out of the corner of his eye. He still couldn't believe that Cathrine had decided to come back to the circus.
"She's very talented," Cathrine said, referring to Lita.
"Yes," Trowa said to his big sister.
"Very nice skills. She's quite pretty,also," Cathrine said in admiration. Trowa blushed at this statement. Cathrine smiled. So, her little brother had noticed. Only an idiot wouldn't notice Lita's skill and beauty. Cathrine decided not to mention that to Trowa.
"When did she start," Cathrine questioned.
"A couple months ago," responed Trowa, glad that his sister hadn't noticed his blushing.
"Her opening night went off without a hitch,I presume," asked Cathrine.
"Yeah," Trowa said. Trowa saw Lita look over at them. She looked angry. Why? She suddenly released the trapezee and started plummeting to the ground. She was spinning, her arms crossed over her chest and her legs pointed straight upwards,falling downward facefirst. Trowa went into a panic. She would surley die if she hit the ground. He went running towards her.
Lita mentally prepared herself for the deathspiral, a move she was famous and proud of. She saw Trowa running towards her but paid him no mind. She whislted and Sheba came over. Somehow, Lita slowed her fall and landed in a one-handed handstand on Sheba's back. Sheba started jogging around the ring once more, as practiced. Lita slowly lowered herself into a standing position and looked around. The lady was clapping,but so was someone else. Then Lita got a familiar chill, and looked to the stands. Trowa's friends were sitting there, all of them applauding her. She bowed and smiled, then had Sheba go to her knees. Lita climbed down from the giant mammal's back.
"That was fablous,Lita," Duo said, shaking her hand. "Kept me in suspense the whole time. What was that last thing you did,the freefall? What do you call it?"
"That's one of my favorites," Lita said, her face lighting up in a smile. "It's called 'Death Spiral'. Never fails to catch that audience's attention."
"I'll say," said Quatre. "I almost had a heart-attack."
"Sorry," she said,laughing.
"So,you're scared of elephants, but you can do that," Trowa asked, walking towards her.
"Was scared of elephants. I'm not anymore. I was scared of them ever since one got loose and trampled a few clowns at a circus I used to work at," Lita said. "That was horrible. It also trampled it's trainer. But the man deserved it for beating the elephant. Poor Titano had never done anything to hurt anyone."
"Did anyone die," asked Duo with great intrest.
"Nah,the clowns lived and they released Titano in Africa. The trainer died. He deserved it,though. I almost got trampled. But a very good friend saved me," she said, her eyes almost welling up with tears. She couldn't cry over him. He was just a friend now.
"Trowa," Quatre said, clearing his throat. "Oh,Hello Ms. Bloom," he smiled at the woman that had bee talking to Trowa. Bloom? Wait a minute!
"Cathrine Bloom," Lita asked.
"Why,yes," the woman said. "Nice to see that I'm remembered. And you must be the famous Miss Lily that I've heard so much about from people on this colony and my little brother."
"Little brother," Lita repeated,confused.
"Trowa's my little brother," Cathrine said polietly.
"Oh,of course,how silly of my to forget. You two are quite the famous duo on Earth. You're sensational," Lita said, shaking Cathrine's hand.
"I've decided to bring that duo back to life here. I've talked to the manager,and I managed to get my job back. Are you enjoying life here," Cathrine asked.
"It's marvelous," Lita gushed.
"Exuces us,ladies," Duo said. "But we need to borrow Trowa for a minute or two. You,too,Cathrine,please."
The pilots walked to the other side of the ring with Cathrine. Heero stayed behind to talk to Lita.
"Hello, Heero," she said cheerfully. "And how are you on this wonderful day?"
"I'm fine,thanks," he replied plainly.
"That's good to hear," Lita said.
"I was wondering if you'd like to go get something to eat later. Maybe I could show you around the colony," he said hopefully.
"That'd be great," she exclaimed. "I've been here for months and I haven't even looked around."
"Great,I'll come pick you up later,ok?"
"Sure," she said, shaking his hand. *This is just dinner and him showing me around,* she kept telling herself. *It's not a date.*
Trowa was watching Heero closely. He felt like running over there and proclaiming his feelings for Lita. *What am I,insane,* he thought. *She probally doesn't even like me anyway. She doesn't act like she likes either of us. Women......*
"Trowa,did you hear us," asked Quatre.
"No,sorry," Trowa said, turning back to the conversation. But he still kept looking at Lita and Heero every once in awhile.
Quatre watched his tall friend glance over at Lita. *Poor Trowa,* Quatre thought. *He's got it bad. And Heero....Seems like they both like her. But what about Relena? This presents a problem. Maybe she can help.....Yes,she can definatly help.* And he made a mental note to himself to call a friend of his when he got home. She would definatly be able to help with this situation.
(Later that night, at Quatre's mansion....)
"Hello," a female voice picked up the phone.
"Hello, may I please speak with Mina Aino," Quatre asked polietly.
"Speaking," the young voice said.
"Mina,this is Quatre Winner. Remember me?"
"Quatre," she squealed. "Of course. What can I do for you?"
"I have a favor to ask of you. Do you think that you can come and visit me on my colony?"
"Sure. Would you mind if I brought a couple friends," she asked hopefully.
"Of course. You're all welcome."
"Thank you," she said.
"Good night," he said.
"Good night," she said.
They hung up the phone simotanusly. Quatre rubbed his hands together evily. Then he cleared his throat and left. *Boy,* he thought. *Heero is sure to by in for a big surprise.*
(Back at the circus...........)
Lita looked herself over again. She smoothed her emeraled green dress that she was wearing. It was pleated from the hips down and came to her knees. It was sleevless. Her hair was pulled back into it's usual ponytail and she had added just a touch of make-up.
"Where are you going," a voice asked,startling her.
"Trowa! My god,you almost gave me a heart attack. I'm just going to eat dinner with Heero," she said,sighing.
"Oh," he said,slightly put down.
"Lita," someone called. "Telephone call for you."
"Thank you," she said as a tall man handed her the phone. "Hello,Lita Kino speaking."
"Lita," said Heero's voice over the phone. "I'm sorry,but I can't make it tonight. Quatre needs help with something."
"Oh," Lita said dejectdly. "It's alright. I understand. Uh-huh. Ok. Bye." She hung up the phone.
Trowa had watched the play of emotions on her face. She looked so dissapointed.
"Are you alright," he asked.
"Ye- No," she cried and fell into his arms,crying. He was so taken aback,he didn't know what to do.
"What's wrong," he asked.
"Men," she said between sobs.
"What about them?"
"Why do I always have the lousy luck with them," she asked.
Trowa didn't know how to answer, so just patted her back as she cried on his shirt. Poor girl.
"Trowa," she whispered.
"Hmmm?"
"I want to show you something," she said in the same whisper.
"What is it," he asked.
"I need someone to talk to. I want to know if I've brought this on myself," she said, leading him to her room. From the vanity, she picked up a picture frame that was laying facedown. She handed it to Trowa. He studied the picture. Lita was standing beside a man with dark hair. She looked so happy. So did the man. His arms were around her and they were laughing.
"You look happy," he said.
"We were," she commented dreamily. "Those were the days. His name is Darien Chiba. We lived near each other for awhile."
"Boyfriend," he asked.
"Yeah,I guess," she said, sitting down on the vanity's stool.
"So," he asked.
"He had a girlfriend. He's still with her,come to think of it. Her name's Serena. They're happy together. She was one of my best friends back in Juuban," she said.
"What happened?"
"Well,I'm not sure how it happened,but me and him got involved. I don't mean that I slept with the guy. I was still in high school at the time and working at a circus in Juuban. He had a job and Serena. They were so in love. I'm not sure why he would ever want me. But we started dating,and I think that I loved him. No one knew about us. Not even any of my friends. But one day, one of mine and Serena's friends, her name is Ami, saw us walking together from an amusement park. I guess she told Rei and Mina and Serena. They confronted Darien and I about it, and the truth came out. Serena was crushed. My best and only friends hated me. So I left and came here, hoping to make a new life. I decided to swear off guys for the rest of my life. I don't even know why I agreed to go to dinner with Heero in the first place. I'm so stupid....."
"No," Trowa said,lifting her chin. She looked so miserable that it struck a chord in his heart. "You're not stupid. People just sometimes make dumb mistakes. It's not your fault that life turned out like this for you."
"Trowa....," she whispered.
Compelled by a strange force, Trowa leaned foward and kissed her lips lightly. When he pulled back, he studied her face intently.
"I'm sorry," he whispered. He turned to walk away,but she grabbed his wrist.
"Don't be. You're the kindest person that I've met in a long time. Thank you." She showed him what a real kiss was.
"Good night,Trowa," she whispered as he walked out the door.
"Good night, Lita," he said and closed her door.
In the shadows, Cathrine smiled. Finally, Trowa was finding out what love was like.
(The next night, the night of the big performance.......)
Lita was waiting back stage. She had looked everywhere for Trowa. He was up next. She felt a tap on her shoulder and turned to see Trowa. He looked stunningly handsome. His mask covered half of his face. It made him seem a mystery. He was wearing green baggy pants and a red suspenders. He didn't have on a shirt. Lita was surprised. He was more muscular than he looked with a shirt on.
"You're on next," she reminded,smiling.
"Thanks," he said and kissed her forehead. And for the first time that Lita had ever seen, he smiled.
Trowa looked at Lita before he left. She was wearing an emerald green leotard, one with a little pleated skirt (the kind of leotards that figure skaters wear.), that was just a shade lighter than her eyes. She had her usual pair of slippers that laced up like a ballerina's. The little make-up she was wearing made her look, if possibly to him, even more beautiful. Her hair was in the usual bun and styled normally. She gave him a thumbs-up for good luck and then went to see if Sheba was ready.
Lita watched Trowa and Cathrine's act in suspense. She was throwing knives at him. How entertaining! Her aim was dead on. WOW! Then it was Lita's turn. She waved at Trowa as she and Sheba passed him.
The audience ooohhed and ahed at her performance. Lita's death spiral was a smash hit. The audience loved it! She bowed and watched in wonder as Sheba did the closest thing that and elephant can to a bow. Lita led Sheba backstage and started removing the elephant's head dress.
"Nice performance," said a familiar voice. Lita jumped and spun around. She now stood facing Serena,Mina,Ami,Rei, and Darien.
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Wow,that was longer than I thought it would be. What do you people think? I love writting this. It's so much fun. Things are really getting complicated for Lita,huh? And what about Trowa? What will he do now that Darien is here? And what about Heero? Who will win the delicate acrobat's heart in the end? And what do the scouts (they won't be scouts in this fic, unless you want them to be. Let's take a vote. Vote now.) have in store for Lita? Can Lita be truly happy? Why am I asking you? ^_^; I've lost my mind....... Someone please help me. Well, until next time, my loyal readers. Later Days.