Saviors

Part 10

Disclaimer: I don't own Gundam Wing.

Warning: Shounen ai, Nasty language, Major AU, some violence and knowing me lots of fluff.

Description: In a land of great poverty a group of young warriors must become saviors despite the obstacles they must overcome on

their journey.

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"I'm gonna miss you guys so much," Relena sniffled into Quatre's hair, as Heero stood near by.

"We'll miss you too, 'Lena," the Blonde patted his cousins back reassuringly. "I'm sorry to take Trowa away from you, but I can't stay and he wants to be with me."

"It's alright," Relena pulled away and smiled tearfully. "I'm just glad you finally found someone to make you happy. I've always known the two of you would get together eventually."

Quatre smiled as Relena turned to Duo and went through the same actions with the braided boy.

Heero had to wonder at the close friendship that blossomed between all of them. He could understand Trowa's, Quatre's and Relena's relationship, but to have himself part of it was.... odd to say the least. He didn't allow himself to get close to very many people and now felt affection for the other four teens. His feelings towards Duo were a bit different, but still....

Relena turned toward him and wrapped her arms around his neck. He surprised himself by returning the embrace.

"Make Duo happy," she whispered before pulling away and giving him a wink. Heero stared at her, too dumbfounded to say anything. Did everyone know about that?! Just last night Quatre had cornered him and told him that he should say something to Duo.

Heero shook his head and boosted himself up onto his saddle while Relena said farewell to Trowa. He saw the tall boy blush before she pulled away. Relena stepped back and the four took off as she waved after them.

They all felt guilty for leaving her here by herself, but there wasn't much that could be done about it. Quatre had reassured them that she would find some amusement in court sooner or latter. She had always been able to make the best of every situation. Using the picnic incident as and example, Heero could see that this was true.

They had their entire trip planned out. They'd be stopping at different inns along the way. There was also one school, a university that they would be visiting. It was in a secluded area and there were no inns in the area. The school was used to accommodating those who could afford it. Quatre's father had already sent word that the miss-matched group would be dropping be for a few nights. It was the second stop on their way to the borders.

The first night they stopped off at an inn kept by an old motherly woman. She treated them like her own children, filling them with a home cooked meal than sending them off the next day with enough leftovers for lunch. They made good time, arriving at the university by mid-afternoon.

Upon arrival they were shown to their rooms and than the bathhouse. A page whispered something to Quatre and the blonde turned to the rest of them beaming. "My cousin seems to have taken up residence here. I'm sure he wouldn't mind a visit."

"Milliardo?" Trowa was surprised. "Wouldn't you think Relena would have told you? He is her brother after all."

Quatre shrugged. "They've never been close. Not after the truth about his preferences came out when he declined from being heir to the throne."

"Huh?" Duo was confused. "Relena has a brother? Why ain't he the prince?"

"He's like us." Quatre told him. "He doesn't like girls so he can't very well produce heirs. Father was going to force him to marry anyway when Relena came out and decided to take his place. I think she's been kind of mad at him for it. She never really wanted to be queen, no matter what she says about it. She misses the freedom she used to have."

"Ah.... I see."

"Shall we go than?" Quatre asked. They had gotten redressed and now made quite the handsome team. Quatre in his usual healers robes, Trowa in a plain brown tunic belted at the waist and black pants, Duo in his traditional black ensemble and Heero himself dressing similarly to Trowa though wearing green and black.

Duo nodded emphatically, pretty much making up the decision for all of them. With a great deal of cheer (even from Heero, though he tried to hide it) they took off to find Quatre's cousin.

TBC....

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Shade: Mwahahah! It's Milli! I love Zechs. His hair is just so dammed lovely. I jus' wanna run my fingers through it.... Anyway, before I start to rant, I should get down to business. This is a short chapter. Less than a thousand words. I have somethin' planned for the next one, so it couldn't be helped. Please read the next chapter when it's posted. I like what I've gotten done of it. Pretty soon I'm gonna hafta start listing out all the pairings I've got planned out.... I'm starting to confuse myself.