Disclaimer: Obviously I don't own anything in Vision of Escaflowne, or it wouldn't be a fanfiction. Don't sue me :D

synopsis: With their behind them, Van and Hitomi find they can't live without one another. So they get ready to go back to Gaia....seems almost too easy...To be a queen! Hitomi was almost in shock. She hadn't really thought that far ahead...But it sounded so nice and Van was being so sweet...maybe she should just fall right into this dream her life had become. But so many obstacles were in the path ahead of her...including Evan.


Authors note: Song ~ Eyes


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Pacing in his room, Evan didn't know what to do.

Shit.. what came over me. That was so incredibly stupid. I've just single handily ruined everything. Yes I like her but... some friend I've turned out to be.

He sat on his bed and folded his arms across his chest tightly. He pursed his lips and stared into the tiny mirror that adorned the bureau. He glared at himself, not liking what he had become. This world was supposed to bring him joy... not more mistakes and pain.

Yes, he did like Hitomi and he spotted her first.. this time around. Van did, as much as it hurt to admit it, have dibs on her.

He left his mark on her heart... that's why such a beautiful thing was still free... as free as a person in love could be, when far from their loved one. He thought as he closed his eyes.

I have to tell Van. I just hope he can forgive me...

Evan stood and walked out of the room and down towards the gaiety.

*

Van snuck up behind Hitomi and put his arm around her slender waist. Resting his chin on her shoulder he smiled at his future mother in law.

She's really smart. I want her to be an advisor...

Hitomi smiled and wiggled out of his grasp and faced him. His grin was entrancing to her, and she hoped she didn't blurt out what had happened earlier by accident...

He really has grown so handsome in our years apart.. I can't believe he is the same boy.. and that he still feels so strongly for me. Oh Vaaaan...

Grinning innocently, Van plucked a leaf out of Hitomi's hair. Her heart sank but he gave it no mind. She let herself be led to the dance floor, where more mellow, sleepier music was playing now. The party was going down, and soon people would be leaving for their beds. Van held her tightly to his chest, and put his hand on the back of her head.

I know what happened, Hitomi. It wasn't your fault. Don't worry, like your mother said.

Hitomi never wanted to jump and scream more than at that very moment, but she tried to gain her composure.

How.. how did you...?

I was outside when your mother and you had that discussion... I didn't mean to spy, but I had nowhere to go without you seeing me. Looking back I would not have boded well had you seen me. he paused, and took a deep breath. It will all be alright Hitomi. he said and wished he could adjust his sword. For some reason it never liked to be held over such fancy coats...

At that moment, a giggling older woman, led by a younger handsome man spun around near Van and Hitomi.

Ahhh so this is what life is like to my daughter? She said giggling as Evan spun her around again. This time, Evan stopped himself near Van.

Whispering, he spoke. i have to talk to you, LORD Van.

I know. Van spoke calmly back, not looking at him. Evan stopped breathing and Van turned and looked at him with a knowing gaze and slightly pursed lips. Evan blinked and held his cool.

Ahh good! It's nice to see a ruler who knows what goes on in his country! Evan laughed shakily and pulled Hitomi's mother away for more dancing, before the song finished.

*

Walking down the hall in silence, Evan was careful to stay behind Van. He reminded himself that this country was under a monarchy, and Van's word was law.

They were completely alone, and he wasn't sure if he was glad of that. Van could turn around and swipe him clean with that blade, before Evan had a chance to scream.

And I bet I would be called a traitor, for one mistaken kiss. He thought grimly.

Opening the door to the anteroom, Van walked inside with Evan in toe. It was a large room, the one before Van's bedroom. Sitting himself on a small couch, Van faced Evan and gave him a flat stare. Evan uneasily sat opposite him, and gave him an nervous smile filled with anxiety.

I'm sorry, Van! I don't know what came over me I just... I don't know how to make it up to you. he said looked at his lap. I wish I could. I wish I could undo this horrible mistake... but I can't. I'll make it up to you anyway I can.. alright? He looked up hopeful.

Van smiled wickedly, and spoke. Ofcourse you can. He took the sword off his belt and placed it on the small table between them.

*

Hitomi hurried, very worriedly. Van and Evan had been behind closed doors for close to two hours. The party had pretty much abated, and she thanked everyone in his absence. Talking to so many people, her people, was actually quite thrilling. They had smiled and cheered her, and she was excited to do such a thing again soon.

Walking around the corner, she spotted Van closing the doors to his room.

Van!.. where.. where's Evan? She asked, as she ran up to him.

Van had a sour look on his face, but smiled as he turned to her. He already left, dear Hitomi. A few minutes ago. We resolved everything.

Hitomi couldn't help but feel dread.

What..what did you talk about?

He smiled again. Mostly about how he's going to be a good boy from now on, and that he really must talk with a certain Knight. He turned gave her a kiss on the cheek. He also is going to be doing my bidding for a solid month... whenever and for whatever reason I want. He chuckled and Hitomi blinked. He still was a little boy.

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I ended on a happy non-cliffhanger :D but I bet you went nuts towards the end.. didn't you? *grins*

Remember, Van is the gentle child :D

not too short.. right? *looks up hopeful*

*ack! what WAS i thinking... Jeer was the wrong word o.O my bad :D this is what happens when you write on less then 5 hours of sleep!*