Chapter 17: The next few days
Yeah! Two chapters in one day! I'm on a roll! Well, despite what I may end up writing, the guys are perfect for the Inners and Laytha! So there! Even though they may end up going back to their old girlfriends (I kind-of haven't decided yet) don't you agree the pairs I made are perfect? Anyway, here is chapter 17!
The next few days, the crystal palace was very divided. The boys practically slept in the gym, and the girls made no attempt to make them come out. Mars was particularly upset over this.
"They are acting like children! It's like they don't even want to go home!"
Mercury put down her book. "I think they are just trying to detach form us."
A few hours after lunch on the third day, Quatre, Trowa, Heero, and Duo filed out of the gym and apologized to Jupiter for being so immature about the whole ordeal. Wufei, however, remained in the gym and refused to apologize. So, upon pressure form everyone, even Serenity, Mars went in to try to get him to come out. Though Wufei did not completely ignore her, he did make her keep her distance. Another argument ended Mars's patience. She screamed at his juvenile behavior and when he shouted back at her, Mars turned her back on him for several minutes while she tried to calm down. In the end, Wufei went back to chin-ups and Mars, still unhappy, decided to meditate.
She parked on the bench and closed her eyes. Mars began to make small noises in her trance. Mars's breath quickened and Wufei dropped down and looked at her. He put his hand on her shoulder and she jerked awake. Mars seemed dazed for a moment and, catching sight of Wufei, shoved him away. She dashed out of the gym and straight to the Serenity's room.
Mars explained quickly what had happened, so quickly, she stumbled over her words. Mars had had the vision again, the exact same one with the black crystals. Serenity immediately summoned the other Scouts and ordered that Wufei be held in custody and Mercury do an immediate examination for dark energy on him.
The Scouts immediately obliged. With much cursing and struggle, Wufei was tied into a high-density tube in the lab. Mars stayed in the Queen's room, unable to bring herself to do such to Wufei. Uranus and Jupiter stayed outside the door to keep the other boys from interfering, though it was unnecessary; Heero gave strict orders to the other boys to not attempt to struggle against the Scouts.
Mercury did a quick, but thorough search of Wufei. She yelled for the other and pointed out to be a spot of dark power, so small, she had missed it the first time. She separated the piece and analyzed it. Mercury sighed with relief when she was done. The piece was apparently not truly dark, but remnants of in-between, the space one must travel through to get to the gates of time. Upon further inspection, it was discovered the piece was the sole cause of Mars's nightmares. Because Mars opened herself to the powers surrounding her, normally just her own, the piece of in-between broadcasted a signal that warped her conscious into a temporary nightmare. Which also explained why Mars had seen nothing in her fire reading. Simply because Wufei wasn't there.
When the news was relayed to Serenity and Mars, both were relieved. Both came down to the lab and apologized for the rude treatment. Wufei was still upset, of course, and would not admit he was glad he was not the original cause of Mars's scare. After everyone left the lab, breathing with relief, Mars asked Wufei if she could talk with him.
Wufei's P.O.V.
When Mars pulled him over to the side of the empty lab, he expected her to say she was sorry. (Here it comes. Don't think you'll get anything out of me this time, onna.) He crossed his arms and leaned against the wall.
"Wufei, I just wanted to tell you," (you're sorry) Wufei mentally finished. "That I wish you weren't going back." (What?!) "I was a little worried about you when I got my first vision, and then I was furious that you might be an enemy when I got my second. But now that I see you aren't our enemy.I wish you could stay with me-us. With us." She corrected herself. Looking away, Wufei noticed she shifted her long, black hair to hide her burning cheeks. (She said 'me'. Why does she want me to stay with her?)
He reached over and brushed her hair back. (What is this? What is this feeling?) Wufei was suddenly very aware of how close to her was. Taking a step back, he suddenly thought of Sally. (Why am I doing this? Sally is waiting for me.) "I should go." He said shakily and made his way to the door. (I wish I could stay too.) Wufei caught the stray thought before it came out of his mouth. (I have Sally. Mars should have someone else.)
The rest of the palace seemed more at ease now the crisis was over. Though it only lasted about fifteen minutes, it was enough to loosen everyone up a bit. Pluto was especially glad no one had ended up hurt. Though Zechs was infinitely better, she still worried.
Pluto's P.O.V.
Zechs was walking around the office again when Pluto came in again. She scolded him. "Stop that, would you?! What would happen if you were to fall and hurt yourself?" Zechs sighed and sat on the table again.
"I hate doing nothing." He complained.
"Well, just thank me for keeping you in here. If I had let you out, Mars would have ended up meditating around you and everyone would have freaked out again." Pluto turned and took out several items from the cabinet.
"What are you talking about?"
"Mars meditated around Wufei today and ended up having the vision again." Pluto had already explained what had happened last time. "So, since you are up and walking I take it you feel better?"
"Yes, much better."
"Well, lay down. I still have to check your bandages."
Zechs obliged and laid still while the binding was unwound around his middle. "Hmmm." Pluto murmured. (This is healing very quickly. He should be ready to walk around the palace tomorrow. Tonight, if he gets some more rest.)
"Do you think she survived?" Zechs interrupted Pluto's thoughts. He had asked this question more than once.
Pluto smiled weakly. "You've asked me before, and my answer remains. Nion could not have lived through a ship explosion, not when she was right next to the engine. And yes I have scanned the continuum several times, she did not escape through a portal." Pluto hated to be so blunt about something so serious, but he had asked her three times this question, and three times she had told him the truth. Pluto sighed as she pulled the last wrapping tight. (He seems so strong. Is that a front? Is he that strong on the inside too?) She looked at him carefully and saw scars. Not physical ones, but mental wounds. "Another day and you may walk. Serenity may even grant permission for you to return to your own time. For now, rest." She patted the bindings and walked to the door, very aware of his eyes on her back.
Pluto told the others of Zechs's health and told the boys to make sure they had everything they needed together tomorrow. "Oh, and Inners and Laytha, come with me. Queen Serenity wants to see you." She added.
The girls stood before their queen, awaiting instructions. Serenity stood and went to the window. "As you all know, Zechs has recovered and since he is traced with power the time key will indeed work. As some of you may remember, Mercury informed you that his power alone is not enough to make the trip with five others. So, you six shall go with them, for support power." Serenity smiled. "And for a vacation. This whole trial has hit you six the hardest. I want you all to go back with them, and have a good time. You may come back when you please, but I don't want you living down there." Serenity's smile faded. "But I must ask that you not display your powers. From what we know about that time period, it is peaceful. But unless Darkness is about to overthrow the Earth, don't use your powers openly. In private is fine, but in public is not." The smile returned. "But please have fun. Above all else."
The Scouts were silent for a moment. Venus started to laugh. Soon the whole room rang with joyous laughter. Each thanked Serenity profusely before leaving. Everything seemed okay in the world. To the Scouts at least. They would get to stay with the boys, in their own time at least. But when each confessed the good news, a few of them were a little less than overjoyed.
Duo spilled out that he had a girlfriend, but earned an indifferent wave from Venus. "It's not like we're going out or anything."
Wufei calmly explained to Mars that Sally would be waiting for him. Mars laughed and said she would love to meet her.
Trowa did not protest but merely complained of how he wouldn't be able to tell Laytha and Katherine apart.
Differing from the others, Quatre was thrilled to have Mercury come along. He went off in a long talk about all the cities he could show her. For those two, tomorrow wouldn't come soon enough.
Finally, when Pluto mentioned casually that she would be accompanying him on the journey back, Zechs sighed and smiled. "It would be good to have some company."
So the whole palace was in high spirits (or close to it) when they went to bed. The next day would be a big one.
So, what do you think? You know what? I think I have asked that question at the end of all my chapters. How weird. Anyway, I hope you like the little cliffhanger. And yes, I decided not to make Wufei a bad guy. Oh well. Hmmm, that's all I have to say. R&R! Let me know how much you like (or dislike) my stuff!
Yeah! Two chapters in one day! I'm on a roll! Well, despite what I may end up writing, the guys are perfect for the Inners and Laytha! So there! Even though they may end up going back to their old girlfriends (I kind-of haven't decided yet) don't you agree the pairs I made are perfect? Anyway, here is chapter 17!
The next few days, the crystal palace was very divided. The boys practically slept in the gym, and the girls made no attempt to make them come out. Mars was particularly upset over this.
"They are acting like children! It's like they don't even want to go home!"
Mercury put down her book. "I think they are just trying to detach form us."
A few hours after lunch on the third day, Quatre, Trowa, Heero, and Duo filed out of the gym and apologized to Jupiter for being so immature about the whole ordeal. Wufei, however, remained in the gym and refused to apologize. So, upon pressure form everyone, even Serenity, Mars went in to try to get him to come out. Though Wufei did not completely ignore her, he did make her keep her distance. Another argument ended Mars's patience. She screamed at his juvenile behavior and when he shouted back at her, Mars turned her back on him for several minutes while she tried to calm down. In the end, Wufei went back to chin-ups and Mars, still unhappy, decided to meditate.
She parked on the bench and closed her eyes. Mars began to make small noises in her trance. Mars's breath quickened and Wufei dropped down and looked at her. He put his hand on her shoulder and she jerked awake. Mars seemed dazed for a moment and, catching sight of Wufei, shoved him away. She dashed out of the gym and straight to the Serenity's room.
Mars explained quickly what had happened, so quickly, she stumbled over her words. Mars had had the vision again, the exact same one with the black crystals. Serenity immediately summoned the other Scouts and ordered that Wufei be held in custody and Mercury do an immediate examination for dark energy on him.
The Scouts immediately obliged. With much cursing and struggle, Wufei was tied into a high-density tube in the lab. Mars stayed in the Queen's room, unable to bring herself to do such to Wufei. Uranus and Jupiter stayed outside the door to keep the other boys from interfering, though it was unnecessary; Heero gave strict orders to the other boys to not attempt to struggle against the Scouts.
Mercury did a quick, but thorough search of Wufei. She yelled for the other and pointed out to be a spot of dark power, so small, she had missed it the first time. She separated the piece and analyzed it. Mercury sighed with relief when she was done. The piece was apparently not truly dark, but remnants of in-between, the space one must travel through to get to the gates of time. Upon further inspection, it was discovered the piece was the sole cause of Mars's nightmares. Because Mars opened herself to the powers surrounding her, normally just her own, the piece of in-between broadcasted a signal that warped her conscious into a temporary nightmare. Which also explained why Mars had seen nothing in her fire reading. Simply because Wufei wasn't there.
When the news was relayed to Serenity and Mars, both were relieved. Both came down to the lab and apologized for the rude treatment. Wufei was still upset, of course, and would not admit he was glad he was not the original cause of Mars's scare. After everyone left the lab, breathing with relief, Mars asked Wufei if she could talk with him.
Wufei's P.O.V.
When Mars pulled him over to the side of the empty lab, he expected her to say she was sorry. (Here it comes. Don't think you'll get anything out of me this time, onna.) He crossed his arms and leaned against the wall.
"Wufei, I just wanted to tell you," (you're sorry) Wufei mentally finished. "That I wish you weren't going back." (What?!) "I was a little worried about you when I got my first vision, and then I was furious that you might be an enemy when I got my second. But now that I see you aren't our enemy.I wish you could stay with me-us. With us." She corrected herself. Looking away, Wufei noticed she shifted her long, black hair to hide her burning cheeks. (She said 'me'. Why does she want me to stay with her?)
He reached over and brushed her hair back. (What is this? What is this feeling?) Wufei was suddenly very aware of how close to her was. Taking a step back, he suddenly thought of Sally. (Why am I doing this? Sally is waiting for me.) "I should go." He said shakily and made his way to the door. (I wish I could stay too.) Wufei caught the stray thought before it came out of his mouth. (I have Sally. Mars should have someone else.)
The rest of the palace seemed more at ease now the crisis was over. Though it only lasted about fifteen minutes, it was enough to loosen everyone up a bit. Pluto was especially glad no one had ended up hurt. Though Zechs was infinitely better, she still worried.
Pluto's P.O.V.
Zechs was walking around the office again when Pluto came in again. She scolded him. "Stop that, would you?! What would happen if you were to fall and hurt yourself?" Zechs sighed and sat on the table again.
"I hate doing nothing." He complained.
"Well, just thank me for keeping you in here. If I had let you out, Mars would have ended up meditating around you and everyone would have freaked out again." Pluto turned and took out several items from the cabinet.
"What are you talking about?"
"Mars meditated around Wufei today and ended up having the vision again." Pluto had already explained what had happened last time. "So, since you are up and walking I take it you feel better?"
"Yes, much better."
"Well, lay down. I still have to check your bandages."
Zechs obliged and laid still while the binding was unwound around his middle. "Hmmm." Pluto murmured. (This is healing very quickly. He should be ready to walk around the palace tomorrow. Tonight, if he gets some more rest.)
"Do you think she survived?" Zechs interrupted Pluto's thoughts. He had asked this question more than once.
Pluto smiled weakly. "You've asked me before, and my answer remains. Nion could not have lived through a ship explosion, not when she was right next to the engine. And yes I have scanned the continuum several times, she did not escape through a portal." Pluto hated to be so blunt about something so serious, but he had asked her three times this question, and three times she had told him the truth. Pluto sighed as she pulled the last wrapping tight. (He seems so strong. Is that a front? Is he that strong on the inside too?) She looked at him carefully and saw scars. Not physical ones, but mental wounds. "Another day and you may walk. Serenity may even grant permission for you to return to your own time. For now, rest." She patted the bindings and walked to the door, very aware of his eyes on her back.
Pluto told the others of Zechs's health and told the boys to make sure they had everything they needed together tomorrow. "Oh, and Inners and Laytha, come with me. Queen Serenity wants to see you." She added.
The girls stood before their queen, awaiting instructions. Serenity stood and went to the window. "As you all know, Zechs has recovered and since he is traced with power the time key will indeed work. As some of you may remember, Mercury informed you that his power alone is not enough to make the trip with five others. So, you six shall go with them, for support power." Serenity smiled. "And for a vacation. This whole trial has hit you six the hardest. I want you all to go back with them, and have a good time. You may come back when you please, but I don't want you living down there." Serenity's smile faded. "But I must ask that you not display your powers. From what we know about that time period, it is peaceful. But unless Darkness is about to overthrow the Earth, don't use your powers openly. In private is fine, but in public is not." The smile returned. "But please have fun. Above all else."
The Scouts were silent for a moment. Venus started to laugh. Soon the whole room rang with joyous laughter. Each thanked Serenity profusely before leaving. Everything seemed okay in the world. To the Scouts at least. They would get to stay with the boys, in their own time at least. But when each confessed the good news, a few of them were a little less than overjoyed.
Duo spilled out that he had a girlfriend, but earned an indifferent wave from Venus. "It's not like we're going out or anything."
Wufei calmly explained to Mars that Sally would be waiting for him. Mars laughed and said she would love to meet her.
Trowa did not protest but merely complained of how he wouldn't be able to tell Laytha and Katherine apart.
Differing from the others, Quatre was thrilled to have Mercury come along. He went off in a long talk about all the cities he could show her. For those two, tomorrow wouldn't come soon enough.
Finally, when Pluto mentioned casually that she would be accompanying him on the journey back, Zechs sighed and smiled. "It would be good to have some company."
So the whole palace was in high spirits (or close to it) when they went to bed. The next day would be a big one.
So, what do you think? You know what? I think I have asked that question at the end of all my chapters. How weird. Anyway, I hope you like the little cliffhanger. And yes, I decided not to make Wufei a bad guy. Oh well. Hmmm, that's all I have to say. R&R! Let me know how much you like (or dislike) my stuff!