~*~*~ Everything for You ~*~*~
By: Rogue angel Barton
Me no own Gundam Wing or Sailor Moon. If me did owned Gundam and SM, me be very rich.
Dedicated to the brilliant and wonderful author SaturnActingChick, aka my new mommy, aka the grandmother of my three daughters. Of course we all know that she's brilliant so, I'm praising her.
^^^A brief trip through Rogue's life^^^
Jade: Rogue, where were you after the club last night?
Rogue: *groan* all I remember, is a bed, nakedness, and a Chinese guy.
Jade: Er... right mother. Where's Wu-man?
*Wufei walks in looking discombobulated with his hair and clothes messed up and lipstick all over his face*
Duo: Yo Wu-man, you don't look so hot.
Jade: No, you don't...
Duo: Yeah what happened last night at the nightclub? You disappeared after a few drinks...
Wufei: *Glaring at Jade and Duo while grumbling* I don't remember. All I remember is, a girl with long dark hair, skin tight clothes, and a room.
*Duo and Jade looks at Rogue's black tight leather pants and tight spaghetti strap tank*
Jade: *Looking at Duo while smiling evilly* Oh WUFEI! ROGUE!
Rogue: *Having a hang over* Can't I barf in peace?!
Duo: Oh Wufei!!!
Wufei: *Trying to wash the lipstick off his face in another bathroom* WHAT?!?
Jade: We know what you two crazy kids did last night!
*Rogue and Wufei both poked their heads out of the bathrooms and looked at them*
Rogue and Wufei: WHAT???
*Duo and Jade looks at each other and smiles*
Duo and Jade: YOU TWO DID IT TOGETHER LAST NIGHT!!!
*A Rogue and Wufei look at each other before Rogue turns green. Wufei curses and runs back into the bathroom. The showers were turned on as steam came from under the doors. Strings of curses were heard while the two attempted to burn their skin off*
Rogue: IT WON'T COME OFF!!!!!!!!!!!!! AHHH! EEEEEWWWWWWWWWW! HE TOUCH ME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wufei: AHHHHH!!!!! MUST GET CLEAN!!!!!!!!!
I CAN'T GET CLEAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
With a small yawn, Heero frowned since the sunlight was hitting his closed lids. Hesitantly, he opened his eyes. Looking to his left, he growled at the source of his awakening. Four tall windows were on the wall to his left. They were massive, and the dark blue silk curtains were open.
The sunlight was streaming into the dark blue room. Birds chirping happily and calmness was in the air.
"Morning sleepy head."
Heero turned to the door on the right. A figure walked into the room. Heero's senses picked up at once who it was.
"Well if it isn't my favorite little Maxwell."
"The name's Tomoe, not Maxwell."
Hotaru growled as she walked to his bed. IN her hands was a tray, piled with food. Heero's eyes widened with delight. Jus then, his stomach growled hungrily.
"Hungry?"
"A little."
The response got a light giggle from the young girl. As she placed it on the table next to his bed, Heero smirked. He hungrily reached over, with a fire of desire in his eyes. A pale, small but surprisingly strong hand grabbed his before it reached the food. Heero look up at her, his eyes almost pleading with hungry. She shook her head no and Heero decided to use Quatre's favorite trick. Heero blinked his Prussian eyes a few times, making them big and appearing to be tearful. Just then he made his bottom lips quiver, giving the appearance that the Perfect Soldier was about to cry.
"Quit it Yuy." The girl barked, but her soft and low voice was laced in with a giggle that she couldn't hold back.
"But... but..."
Heero made his bottom lips quiver even more. The girl rolled her eyes and sat down on the bed. She let Heero's hand go, which directly soared to bring the food over. Licking his lips, he quickly grabbed some toast and shoved it in his mouth.
The girl frowned and rolled her eyes. She picked up an object on the tray and glared at Heero. She tapped Heero on the shoulder and made him look up. Heero looked up with big eyes and syrup dripping from the corner of his mouth. The girl wrinkled her nose and shoved the object in front of his face.
"This, Yuy, is called a fork."
Heero looked at her with mock innocence and shock. He scratched the top of his head like an innocent schoolboy.
"It is mommy?"
The girl rolled her eyes and hit him on the side of his head. Heero smirked and rubbed his sore head. He pouted slightly, took the fork from her hand, grabbed the knife, cut off a piece of a pancake, and put it in his mouth.
"Happy Hotaru?"
Hotaru rolled her eyes again and watched as Heero gently leaned against the pillows, with a calm expression. His eyes were far off with a blank expression. Hotaru grabbed some water off the tray and drank a little. She had been training to strengthen her body since she started living with the other Scouts. She'd been training since 7 in the morning and it was now about 11.
"How's Duo?"
Hotaru turned to Heero to see his eyes a dark blue with concern and deep thought. Hotaru pushed Heero's damp bangs away from his eyes with the back of her hand. Heero seemed to relax and watched her with minor interest.
"He's okay. Minako hasn't really left him since well... yesterday."
Heero nodded, his right hand unconsciously moving to his left side. Hotaru noticed the action but did not say anything.
"They might make a cute couple." Heero said suddenly.
"They will."
Heero shot Hotaru a puzzled look but kept quiet. The two sat in silence as Heero ate. Hotaru stood up and looked out the window. It was a beautiful day outside. Heero's brow furrowed. He had to ask her now. Hotaru could sense his question.
"You know how much Duo cares about you guys. I couldn't have stopped him if I wanted to." Hotaru replied to the unasked question with a sigh.
Heero's head snapped up, surprised at her knowledge of what he was going to ask. Keeping his mouth shut, Heero decided that he just shouldn't ask. Hotaru turned around and watched him with interest.
"How are you feeling?"
"I don't know actually. I guess, I guess I feel like I just fell off a motorcycle while going at 150 mph."
Hotaru rolled her eyes as his sarcastic comment. Heero smirked and made a move to get up. He stood slowly, but the shooting pain in his side made him fall towards. Hotaru saw this and quickly caught him. One hand on his strong chest and the other on his back. Hotaru blushed at their closeness. She slowly helped him back on the bed and pulled the cover over him.
"Thanks."
Hotaru knew was in pain, but the baka was too stubborn to say anything. He shifted his right arm in his sling again. She noticed that he did that a lot, was it really bothering him that much? Hotaru sighed inwardly as she looked away. Heero Yuy, he made her so... he was like fire and ice. He possessed the anger and rudeness of fire, but the chill and almost soothing nature of ice. He was one thing and yet another part of his nature was a total paradox to the other. However she knew one thing, both fire and ice were dangerous, and could lead to destruction.
"What's everyone doing?" Heero suddenly asked, shaking Hotaru from her thoughts.
"Well, Trowa and Makoto were in the forest, Ami was listening to Quatre play the violin, Minako was making jokes with Duo, and um... Rei and Wufei were sparing... again."
"That doesn't surprise me at all! Why though? I thought they already had a match." Heero said while chuckling.
"Well, they didn't finish the match. The doctors suddenly rushed in during then fight and demanded they stop due to health precautions. I mean, they were in a hospital." Hotaru replied, her giggles joining up with Heero's low chuckle.
"How far along are they?"
"About five minutes."
Heero simply smiled mischievously, a smile that Hotaru did not like at all. He mentioned for her to come closer, and then whispered into her ear.
Ami felt a soft breeze come through the window and play with her light blue hair. Her eyes were closed, as she seemed to be suspended in time, only the sound of Quatre's playing filling her senses. He played so exceptionally well, it was... the window to his soul, a soul that is vulnerable and to some degree battered by reality. A second later, the sweet but haunting melody stopped as the bow slowly rose from the strings.
Ami opened her eyes and her sights fell upon the peaceful blond. His eyes were closed, savoring the tranquility, a soft smile upon his lips. Stepping away from the window, Ami slowly and quietly walked to him. Reaching him, she hesitantly ran her fingers through his soft silky bangs. Quatre released a sigh upon her touch and opened his baby blues.
"That was beautiful Quatre." Ami complimented with a slight blush.
"T-thanks." Quatre stuttered, his cheeks stained as well.
Ami quickly snapped away her hand and blushed even harder. An uncomfortable silence filed the air as the two shy ones simply stood there, trying to think of something to say.
"How are you doing?" They both asked quickly at once, earning a blush from each other.
"Fine thank you!" They replied, at the same time once again causing their blush to deepen.
"Well..." Ami and Quatre looked at each other this time. They kept talking at once... it meant something...
"Hey you two! Come on! Rei and Wu-man are fighting!"
The two in the room turned to the braided one standing outside the door grinning like a maniac. Their cheeks turned scarlet once more... even though Duo couldn't see, he knew something was up. Quatre cleared his throat as he started to put away his violin.
"Alright Duo. Why don't you go first hm?" Ask Quatre.
"And Minako, why don't you bring him there."
At Ami's voice, the shy and nervous blond stepped from behind the door and waved slightly. Quatre shot Ami a look while Ami only shrugged. Minako laughed nervously before making a quick exit with Duo. Quatre turned his attention to Ami and sighed while smiling and shaking his head.
"Those two, double trouble." Quatre said while walking towards the door.
"Yes, I know, they will be quite the hand full." Ami replied, falling in step with him.
"At least they're happy." Quatre stated, his face turning serious with a sad joy in his eyes.
"Happiness is all that counts." Ami agreed while nodding. Quatre looked at her from the corner of his eyes.
"Your happiness or your friends'?" Quatre suddenly asked, his demeanor changing.
"I, I suppose it is important to keep yourself happy. But I find greater joy to see my friends happy." Ami answered simply, her voice firm.
"At what costs?" Quatre asked again, his blue eyes filling with a deep pain.
"At any costs Quatre.... at any."
Quatre snapped to look at the girl next to him. Her eyes were set with determination, but in them, he could see a longing, an emptiness that would not be fulfilled by her friends' happiness. So she knew... she knew how he felt. They both shared a connection, but now it was clearer than anything. A sad smile touched both their lips as they walked. Together they walked, drawing strength from one another, sharing in the pain, of making sure your friends are happy at any costs... even their own.
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Makoto smiled as she inhaled the sweet smell of the rose bush. Her green eyes twinkled as she caressed her roses lovingly before watering them. Her long tan legs could be seen since she was wearing a pair of short jean shorts. A dark green tank top and a pair of brown hiking books finished her simple and yet rugged look. Some dirt marred her beautiful face and spotless skin. The sun beat down furiously on her as she wiped away from sweat with her hand.
Another pair of emerald eyes watched her as she worked on her garden. For some reason, he agreed when she asked him whether he would want to take a look at her garden, her baby. First off he had to admit, at first he was amazed by how beautiful the garden was, and how well she kept it. However this did not show upon his silent and calm features. His response was a brief nod when she asked him if he liked it. However, he saw the flicker of pain through her clear and almost innocent eyes at the simple gesture. Perhaps a compliment was in order?
Now that simply was not him. A compliment, meaningless words, flattering, unless they were said from the heart. Makoto does not know him well enough to judge that as of yet, so he thought a simple nod was the best answer. But he often forgot that not all people were like him, and once in a while, a girl needed to know stuff like that, even if it is flattery.
With a sigh, he pushed himself from the wall, and with arms crossed, he started to walk slowly towards her. Her brown bangs still in his face, but it was now a habit. He was now pretty tall, about 6'5", with a new wardrobe. Stopping by the strong girl as she appeared to be finished and sighed with fatigue, he offered her a towel.
Makoto looked up as the towel appeared before her, and looked up. Trowa's face was still impassive, but his eyes held a gentler and more soothing look. She took the towel with a smile and thanked him. He merely nodded once again and looked at the sea of pedals. Makoto swiped her forehead and turned to look at him.
His movements held a grace that she had never seen before, much less possess. His eyes were deep green, like her own, but what they reflected were not like hers at all. Those eyes held the quiet wisdom achieved by the cruelty of the world and being forced to grown up too soon. His handsome features usually set in a stony mask of calm and silence. His brown bangs that hung over one eye looked silky to the touch. He was quiet, wise and beautiful beyond words.
"It's beautiful..."
Makoto snapped around to look at his face. He'd said... he'd... complimented her. She inspected her face closely. His red lips were curved up slightly in a hint of a smile. His emerald eyes were light, shining with an appreciation. He could tell by his eyes that he was being serious, and very honest.
"Thank you..." Makoto whispered hoarsely with a blush.
Trowa merely nodded again, but this time the smile slightly bigger. He looked at her with his mysterious ways and looked at the flowers again. He knelt down and gently traced the soft rose pedals with his fingertips. Makoto watched him, amazed by his every move.
"Flowers... the best friends in the world."
Makoto cocked her head as she thought of his statement. Perhaps that was true... but why would he say such a thing?
"Simple. Flowers are always there, waiting for you. They represent nature, and how the simplest but most beautiful things don't lie."
Makoto thought of this and nodded. IT was true, insightful.
"No matter what you do... flowers will never judge. They simply shower you with their beauty... and listen. They never criticize, or mock, or judge. They keep you company... and will always be there. If you care for them.... they care for you." Makoto slowly said, trying to express what her heart felt.
At this, Trowa stood and faced her. His lips were now in a full small smile, this eyes twinkling with joy and a relief. He was glad someone understood at least part of his way of thinking, and she was willing to try his ideas. He looked down upon the beautiful girl, and slowly brought a hand up. Wiping away from dirt from her cheek as she blushed and looked up at him.
"That's why you're garden flourishes, because you understand one of the most simplest and complicated things in nature." Trowa said softly and soothingly.
Makoto's blush deepened as she looked into his beautiful eyes. Their eyes twinkled like the heavenly stars as they realized that perhaps they found someone that might understand. However this moment did not last long. Since at that moment, Duo ran into the garden.
"Trowa! Makoto! Rei and Wu-man are fighting! Come on!" Duo screamed, disrupting the two.
Then as soon as he came, Duo disappeared. Trowa and Makoto looked at each other, wondering how the heck he could run so fast and find his way. Before he ran out, the two caught sight of a blond blur next to him. The two looked at each other and sighed.
"Minako..."
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Wufei opened the frig, in search for a can of orange soda. However he found that the six cans he just bought were missing. Growling, he glared in the direction where Duo and Minako were talking.
"Maxwell, Aino, did you two bakas take my Orange Soda?!" Wufei growled out.
"No Wu-man, I think Rei-chan took the last can." Minako answered, grinning at her nickname for him.
"Don't call me that..." Wufei snarled before walking out the kitchen to find Rei.
The Chinese youth looked around the halls as he walked. He never inspected the place due to first Yuy's injuries and then the arrival of the braided baka. He sighed and remembered how loud Aino shrieked as she fused over Maxwell who was asleep. He was surprised that Maxwell didn't wake, but then again he slept heavier than the dead, who were probably waken up by Aino.
"Braided baka... and his stupid blond baka." Wufei cursed as he inspected the fine tapestry that hung on the walls.
Walking slowly on the dark red carpet, he looked out the windows at the bright day. He founded that his feet were guiding him, although he had no idea where he was headed. He seemed to be attracted to one place. He had the feeling the onna was there as well... the source of his insomnia.
Wufei stopped as he heard the sound of beating. He followed the sound to a huge set of oak doors. With a small sigh, he cautiously slipped in and hid in the dark shadows. In the middle of the room was Rei, furiously pounding away at the punching bag. Her raven hair was tied in a sloppy ponytail, and her violet eyes firm with concentration. She wore a simple dark red spaghetti strap tank, a pair of semi-baggy black parachutes, and black fingerless gloves. Sweat dripped down her well-toned muscles as they flexed with every punch.
Wufei shook his head to clear this thoughts as he looked at her. She was the enemy, especially since she took his Orange Soda. His black eyes scanned the room for it, and found the can near her gym bag. Using the darkness as cover, he quickly sneaked over to the can. He lips turned upwards into a smirk as he firmly gripped it.
"Put it down Chang." Rei growled out without turning around.
Wufei froze, she had detected him. That hasn't happened in... what... 10 years?! How could she do that? Wufei realized that not only was she perhaps highly skilled, but he had lost his edge. He straightened and cocked his head at her.
"Why should I onna?" Wufei asked scorning her.
"Because its mine." Rei answered and turned to face him.
"No, it's mine. I bought it."
"Yes but it was in the frig, my frig, therefore, I can get it." Rei scoffed.
Wufei's only response was a growl as he looked at the can in his hand. A smirk made its way to his lips as an idea came to mind. He looked up at Rei, his eyes burning with a challenge.
"We did not finish our little match yesterday." He said suddenly offhandedly.
"No, we did not." Rei stated, her eyes narrowing in suspicion.
"How much do you want this soda onna?" Wufei asked while continuously throwing the can into the air then catching it.
"A lot." Rei answered, catching into his game.
"Then we duel for it. If you win, this can is yours. If you lose, it is mine for the taking." Wufei challenged.
"Of course." Rei accepted with a smile.
Wufei put down the can and stepped into the middle of the gym. Suddenly movement in the corner caught their eye. A blond and a brunette were speeding away at high speeds. The two looked at each other and sweatdropped.
"Maxwell and Aino."
Duo sighed as Minako stoked his hair lovingly. His lips were curved up in a content smile as his bandaged eyes looked up at her. Inwardly, Minako wanted to shudder at the sight of the white bandage upon his eyes. What color were his eyes anyways? Beautiful and innocent baby blue like Quatre's? Or rugged and natural green like Trowa's? Or maybe mysterious and serious dark blue like Heero? Or was it cold and harsh black like Wufei? She hoped not like Wufei's. She giggled as Duo told her about a time when several obsessed teenage girls were mobbing Heero.
"It's not hard to believe though! Heero is quite the looker." Minako said suddenly, after she stopped laughing.
"He is, isn't he?" Duo asked suddenly, his voice dark.
Minako blinked in confusion as she looked down at Duo. Where had the change of demeanor suddenly come from? That was strange, was it something she said? They were fine a minute ago.
"Have you fallen for him?" Duo asked again suddenly.
Minako blinked a few times for the question to settle in. He thought she was... oh god. What was he thinking? Before she could react, Duo sat up, mistaking her silence for a yes. Minako watched as he stumbled around the living room. Minako stood up quickly and ran to help him. She placed her hand on Duo's arm.
"Don't touch me! I'm not helpless."
Duo screamed at her as he flinched away and collapsed on the floor. Minako hurried to help him, only to have her hand slapped away. Minako stifled a cry as she landed hard on the floor. She watched as Duo crawled along the floor, feeling around. Minako felt a tear fall from her eyes as she moved towards him.
"Duo..." Minako whispered.
"Don't..." Duo growled back hoarsely.
"Duo, what's wrong?" Minako asked frantically.
"Nothing. Just stay away." Duo said, sighing.
"Duo, I wanna help."
"How can you help if you don't understand?" Duo asked heatedly.
"What do you want from me?! You want me to blind myself?! Will you let me help then!?" Minako yelled at Duo in frustration as the tears began to flow freely from her pained blue eyes.
Duo froze, and looked away from the direction of her voice. God what was he doing? He could hear Minako sob quietly, each sob ringing in his ears. Why did he explode? Because Minako might like Heero.
Duo sighed and ran a hand through his hair. Was he stupid or what? His brow furrowed as he attempted to crawl to where Minako's voice, led by her sobs. He was doing pretty well until his head bumped into a sharp edge.
"OW! BLOODY *BEEEEEEEEEEP*" Duo cursed as his head exploded in pain.
At the sound of cursing, Minako looked up. She saw Duo rubbing his head as he was kneeling next to the coffee table. In concern and despite herself, she quickly crawled over to him.
"Duo are you okay?" Minako asked worried.
"Yea, just a little bump." Duo said while pouting and rubbing his sore head.
Minako giggled. He seemed like an innocent and playful schoolboy. Maybe he was. Minako removed his hand and kissed where he had bumped his head. Her cheeks were flaming red as she drew back. Duo's felt his cheeks flush as well. This had never happened when another woman kissed him. But why for her?
"Come on, we need to finish our little conversation." Minako suddenly said, the atmosphere changing.
Duo simply nodded as she helped him up. Minako, with her small hand in his larger ones, guided Duo to the couch they were sitting on. She slowly sat down and tugged on his hand. Duo sat down next to her, while Minako let go of his hand. Duo's smile disappeared, missing her warmth.
"Duo, I know you don't like to talk about it, but what was that?" Minako asked in a whisper.
"I... I... I'm sorry. It wasn't you. It was just... something else." Duo stuttered.
Duo sighed as he felt a small and warm hand slip into his own cold and large ones. He felt the warmth rushing into him once again, and he felt... happier some how. He heard the woman next to him sigh.
"Duo, I just wanna help." Minako said desperately.
"I know, I know. And I'm sorry. But I just need to get through this alone."
Minako opened her mouth to speak, but shut it. Duo didn't trust her enough now, she wouldn't if she was in his place. She had only known him for a short time anyhow. Perhaps he'll open up to her later. She looked at him and her desire to help only grew. His silky chestnut hair, neatly done in a braid. It gave him a strange, but playful quality. His short bangs gave him an innocent schoolboy look. But he was buff, tall too, about 6'1". His skin was slightly tanned, giving him a healthy look. His chin was a little square, suggesting some hardship and ruggedness. He had a beautiful nose, a soft curve and prominent. He had a beautiful smile, and full red lips that simply screamed, 'KISS ME!' But the only thing incomplete about him, was that she didn't know the color of his eyes. That still bothered her, but anyhow, he was one fine looking man.
"Minako?"
Minako snapped out of her reverie and asked Duo what was wrong. She watched as Duo's cheek turned scarlet.
"Can... can... I er... um... is it okay if I... touch your face?" Duo stuttered out.
Minako blinked a few times, puzzled by his question. She cocked her head as Duo's cheek darkened with the blush. He smiled sheepishly.
"Okay... what for?"
"I can't see you with my eyes... so I wanna see you beauty with touch..." Duo replied.
Minako was shocked by this and was silent for a few minutes.
"Sure."
Duo grinned in thanks and slowly lifted his hand. His hand met space for a few seconds, before a small hand took his hands and guided them to a destination. The first thing Duo noticed when he touched her face, was how smooth her skin was. Silky smooth, warm with life. He slowly traced her high forehead, and then he caressed her face as his thumb traced her brow. Then he slowly moved downward and traced her small nose as he then ran his knuckles down her cheek. He slowly went over her lips with his fingers, and then his thumb. With his right hand he caressed her cheek while the other hand explored the other side of her face.
Duo gasped inwardly at the beauty that he held between his hands. He could practically see her. A small, lightly tanned face with smooth silky skin. A soft and small nose. A pair of full, ruby red lips. A pair of beautiful and big eyes. What color? He would have to say, something like green, or baby blue, like Quatre's perhaps. He felt the soft, silky strands of her hair between his fingers as he sighed. Blond, dark, like spun gold silk. A small smile touched his lips, as he was mesmerized.
"Aphrodite..." Duo whispered without knowing it.
Minako's eyes widened as she heard him whisper the goddess' name. A pale blush covered her cheeks as she took in the compliment. Duo somehow sensed his and smiled. He took his left hand away, but the right hand stayed on her face, slowly caressing it gently.
"Maxwell, Aino, did you two bakas take my Orange Soda?!" a voice suddenly interrupted.
Duo growled inwardly, for once cursing the Chinese man. He pulled away and blushed, realizing what he was doing. Minako cleared her throat.
"No Wu-man, I think Rei-chan took the last can." Minako answered, using his nickname for Wufei, but clearly fluttered.
"Don't call me that..." Wufei snarled before his footsteps faded from Duo's hearing.
Duo grinned sheepishly as silence settled between the two.
"Wanna go see what Wufei is up to?" Duo suddenly asked, wishing to break the tension.
"Er... yeah. Sure, why not." Minako said while in her mind and Duo's she knew why not.
'Why not? Because I could just kiss you.' They both thought as they left to follow Wufei.
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Wufei and Rei watched as the others piled into the room. First came Quatre and Ami, their faces slightly flushed. Then came Trowa and Makoto. Makoto winked at Rei and yelled, 'Beat his ass!' before a look from Trowa caused her to blush. Then came of course, Duo and Minako, bouncing in and seating together on a couch. Then Usagi and Setsuna walked in and sat on the benches. Lastly came Haruka and Michiru, who simply sat down on the couch near Duo and Minako.
"Wow, we've been upgraded to group entertainment." Wufei snorted as he watched the others.
"You're not chickening out are ya?" Rei teased.
Wufei threw Rei a look before facing her. He slowly dropped into a starting stance before smirking.
"In your dreams."
Rei dropped into a difference stance and smirked as well.
"Good."
Without another word, Rei launched herself at Wufei. She did a roundhouse kick, which Wufei blocked easily. Wufei dropped to his knees and attempted to sweep Rei off her feet. Rei caught this and jumped into the air, and threw a kick as his outstretched leg as she landed. Wufei rolled to the right and had enough time to dodge the combination of kicks and punches Rei threw at him.
Trowa watched Wufei with interest as his friend was forced to go on the defensive. Rei was keeping him busy by keeping the offensive; not giving him a chance to launch his own attacks. He watched Makoto as she scanned the fighters for any flaws. He felt himself smile inwardly, she knew about martial arts, another thing they had in common.
Trowa frowned slightly as he went over what he had said. Since when had he noticed whether or not a girl had something in common with him?
Wufei grunted as Rei launched a high kick aimed at his head. His hand flew upwards automatically to block her attack. She was skilled, skilled enough to keep him on the offensive for this long. His block surprised her momentarily and gave him the opening he needed to start his own offense.
Haruka and Michiru regarded the two fighting with high interest. They had never seen anyone match Rei's movements and fighting style so perfectly. These two fighters were on the same fighting level just about, even though Haruka could see that if the Chinese man tried harder, he could beat Rei, but just by a little. She felt Michiru snuggle closer to her as her grip on Michiru's waist tightened.
"They'd make a cute couple." Michiru said softly.
"No, too stubborn." Haruka answered while smirking.
"They're perfect for each other." Michiru countered with a smile.
"They just don't know it yet." Haruka sighed as she scowled at the thought.
Rei winced inwardly as one of Wufei's kicks busted her lip. They seemed pretty even so far, matching move for move. They've both forced the other to be on the defensive several times. But this battle was going no where. Another punch caught Rei off guard as she stumbled a few steps backwards. They were both pretty messed up by now. Her right leg was in a lot of pain since she landed from a jump badly on her ankle.
Quatre winced as Rei forced Wufei back on the defensive as she punched him in the face. That would probably be quite the black eye tomorrow morning. He sighed as he realized that the both of them would be in a lot of pain tomorrow. His baby blues landed on the girl next to him. Her blue eyes were shining with concern for Rei as she bit her bottom lip. Quatre slipped his hand to cover the blue haired girl's. Ami turned to look at him in surprise and with a light blush, and was met with a reassuring smile.
"They know what they're doing." Quatre soothed softly.
Ami blushed and looked away while nodding. Quatre sighed softly and ran a hand through his short blond hair. He hoped that the two will come to their senses soon and stop this pointless duel.
"How are they doing?" Duo whispered heatedly.
"Well, they're both pretty beat up by he looks of it. This fight won't last much longer." Minako replied.
Duo sighed inwardly and cursed not being able to see. To think, he finally found one girl that can keep up with Wufei, and he can't see it happen. He frowned as his ears picked up the fighters' grunts, and even small sharp intake of breath. It was true, when one person lost one of the senses, the others sharpened greatly.
He still wished he could see it though. He let his mind wonder as silence filled the gym. Was he doomed to live a life of darkness forever? Pity, no more hot girls. The thought vanished as a small hand slipped into his. A smile appeared on his face. At least Minako will be there for him. But for how long? Will a pretty thing like her limit herself to a blind man for life?
The entire room watched as the two fighters fell into a stance. Their chests heaved as they gasped for air while panting. They were both pretty much beat. Suddenly, with a renewed strength, Rei leapt at Wufei and with a high kick sent him to the ground. Wufei groaned and attempted to get up, but in the end failed.
The girls cheered as Rei sighed and won the match. The boys, with Trowa guiding Duo, slowly made their way to Wufei who was sitting up and growling with anger.
"Wufei, calm down. Are you okay?" Quatre asked in concern as he bent down to cheek up on his friend.
Wufei simply growled and nodded as Quatre helped him up. Duo at this point laughed.
"Wufei got beat by a girl! And I bet a hot one too!"
The girls all laughed at Rei as Rei blushed scarlet. Haruka growled at Duo who had made the comment. Wufei groaned.
"How could I have lost?" He asked himself.
"Because she wanted it more." Came two dark and soft voices.
Everyone turned to the corner and watched as Hotaru walked out wheeling Heero in a wheelchair. They both had small, mocking and secretive smiles on their faces and then snickered at Wufei. Wufei groaned as Hotaru wheeled Heero over to them.
"Yuy, not you too. Join the ranks of the others?" Wufei scowled.
Heero simply chuckled as everyone gathered around him.
"Heero Yuy, you should be in bed!" Scolded Quatre.
Heero smiled sheepishly as Ami narrowed her eyes at Hotaru.
"And what were you thinking bringing him down here?!" Ami asked.
"It wasn't her fault." Heero said in Hotaru's defense. "I wanted to see how badly Rei would beat Wufei, that's all."
The others had a good laugh at this as Wufei glared at Heero. Heero simply shrugged and smiled innocently. Quatre and Ami both sighed before sending Hotaru off to put Heero back to bed. Everyone disappeared and the only two left were Rei and Wufei.
Rei looked at Wufei at the corner of her eyes as he growled. She sighed and then hesitantly walked over to him.
"Nice match." Rei said while offering her hand.
Wufei simply glared at her hand before standing up and walking away. Rei felt her temper flared as she glared at his back. The nerve of that guy! To turn his back on her while she offered him a chance at friendship. ARGH! That guy is so... so... PIGHEADED!
She watched as he stopped by the door.
"You won because you wanted it more and got lucky. Next time, luck will not save you." Wufei said before walking out.
"ARGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" Rei screamed as she marched out the gym.
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Hotaru slowly wheeled Heero to his room. She watched as he shifted slightly in his wheelchair. She sighed, as she still couldn't believe he got her into this. But the fight was a good one.
Silence settled upon them on the trip back. But it wasn't an uncomfortable silence, and they were both thankful for that. She heard Heero yawn and smiled.
"Tired?"
"A little." Came his reply.
"Well it's time for all good little boys to go to sleep." Hotaru teased as they entered his room.
"But mommy! It's only 3 in the afternoon!" Heero cried in a babyish voice. Hotaru rolled her eyes.
"Yuy, there is nothing more sad than a man who doesn't know his own age." Hotaru mocked.
"Well then, I suppose Duo is sad as well." Heero countered quickly without thinking.
Hotaru stiffened as he said that. She watched as he slowly got in bed and looked at her. Her cheeks flushed with anger.
"Yuy, that, was so... argh!" Hotaru screamed.
Heero knew he shouldn't have said that. But he wasn't about to apologize, especially not to her. A man never took back what he said, even if somewhere he knew it was wrong. He watched as Hotaru glared at him and stomped out the room and slammed the door behind her.
Heero winced. 'Well,' he thought, as his eyelids became heavy with sleep. 'There goes the small bridge we built this afternoon.'
Well! Done! How was that! I went through almost every genre I could think of in that chapter. Some angst, my bland humor, some action, the beginnings of romance, and er... some general?! I don't know.
Well please review. I hope you liked it. Sorry for taking so long. I have... a lot of fics. Well ciao! REVIEW! HOPE YOU LIKED IT!