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Kingdom Gundam: Chapter Twenty-Six
Quatre screamed.
You did the Heero thing, Duo said, bitterly. You kamikaze!
I can't believe he would do that, Trowa said, crossing his arms and staring at the place Wufei would have been. What happened to him?
Well, well. I must say, I'm impressed, said a voice. They turned.
Quatre said.
How do you know? Duo asked.
I am Ansem, you fool! Ansem yelled. Can't you see the heartless mark on my chest?! I'm the bad guy!
Not really, Duo said. Ansem took off his shirt. Eww! That is so gross!
What are you talking about?! I have you know, I bench press and everything! Ansem declared, putting his jacket back on. Teenagers, they're all the same. No respect for elders. Anyway, he started to walk. Duo and Trowa took out their weapons. Do you really think you can defeat me with your puny little toys?
Trowa said. But we can try.
Quatre said, holding out his arm. He wants me.
Duo asked.
Ansem said, a bit puzzled. Anyway, hand over Quatre and I can assure you that Wufei will be okay.
Not in a million years, creepy dude, Duo said, readying his shield.
Quatre said.
Trowa and Duo said, in unison.
If Wufei will be okay, then it's not a problem, right? Quatre asked. Wufei can help me again. I'll be fine. Trowa and Duo exchanged glances.
Duo said. You shouldn't surrender for just Woofie. Quatre looked shocked. Duo turned to Ansem. We want Heero, too.
Ansem asked, equally surprised. Let me get this straight, you want Wufei and Heero for Quatre?
I don't see a problem in that, Duo said. I mean, Quatre is a Prince of Heart. The other two are useless to you, correct?
I guess, Ansem said, sort of doubtfully.
Nice thinking, Duo, Trowa said. Ansem snapped his fingers. Heero appeared where he was defeated.
Where's Wufei? Quatre asked. Ansem smirked.
He should be coming soon, Ansem said. Now, hold up your end of the bargain. Quatre looked at Trowa and Duo, then walked towards Ansem.
I feel awful doing this to him, Trowa said.
I don't, Duo said, cheerfully. I mean, come on, Trowa. You know we'll be able to save him. Nothing can defeat us, now. We have Heero, Timothy and soon Wufei. We'll be unstoppable. Trowa sighed, then watched Quatre.
Trowa said. Quatre shouldn't be doing this. He's been through enough. Ansem quickly turned Quatre around, grabbing his arms with one arm and putting a hand over his mouth with the other.
You are fools! All of you! Ansem declared. You've just sacrificed Wufei's only hope to return back to himself! He evilly laughed.
Trowa and Duo asked, in disbelief.
Behold! Your precious Wufei! Ansem said, looking down beside him.
A shadow?! Duo asked.
He's a heartless, remember? He sacrificed his heart to revive Quatre and the other princesses. Only Quatre can revive him, but not now. How ironic you give up your friend for a heartless! Ansem laughed. But no worries. He'll be a great help to me. He disappeared with Quatre.
Ah! I'm such an idiot! Duo yelled.
It's okay, Trowa said. Being an idiot isn't that bad.
Thanks, Trowa, Duo said sarcastically. You made me feel much better.
You're welcome.
What's going on? asked a voice. Duo and Trowa turned around. There was Heero, brushing himself off.
What's going on?! Duo yelled, walking up to him.
Trowa said, effortless to stop him.
We save your butt from being plunged deeper into darkness and get Wufei back at the price of Quatre, and you ask what's going on?!
Where's Wufei? Heero asked, looking around the enraged Duo. Trowa went over to the Shadow and picked it up by its antenna.
This is Wufei, Trowa said. Wufei, this is Heero.
Heero said. You have a voice!
Of course I do! Trowa said, throwing the shadow at Heero. Heero caught him.
It's hopeless, Duo said. No keyblade master and Quatre is going to be erased. Why don't we all just jump off a bridge?
You can go ahead, Trowa said. As for me, Quatre still has a chance. If we free Quatre, then he can help Wufei.
What about me? Heero asked.
You get to Shadow-sit, Trowa said, walking by.
Heero asked. That's crazy! I know it's Wufei and everything, but baby-sit a Heartless?
It's your fault. If you didn't want to be Darth Vader and join the dark side, he would have still been Wufei.
I agree with Trowa, Duo said, walking after Trowa. Let's go get Tim and update him.
But guys! Heero protested, catching up to them. It's not that I wanted to become a bad guy! Someone had to do it!
Don't feel bad, Heero, Duo said. See? He seems to like you. Heero looked at the little shadow. The shadow looked up at him, as if it comprehended what was going on.
He doesn't know what's going on, Heero insisted. Why can't he go with you guys?
End of conversation, Trowa said. Heero, you're going to baby-sit.
Heero began. Trowa whipped around, angrily. Duo covered his ears.
I SAID YOU'RE BABY-SITTING THE SHADOW, GOT IT?! Trowa screamed, shaking the castle. Heero, palely, nodded.
~Back in the Grand Hall~
Timothy, it'll be okay, Duo said.
Yeah, but the thought that Wufei's a shadow, Timothy said, looking at the black creature in Heero's arms. Then, he looked at Heero. What was it like, being the bad guy?
It was interesting, Heero said. I don't ever want to be the bad guy, again. Suddenly, a white portal appeared in front of them.
Oh, hey Elenwen, Duo said. Heero's mouth dropped open.
she said. How's everything going?
Not too good, Trowa said. Duo traded Quatre for Heero and shadow-boy-
And we can't change Wufei back, Duo interrupted. But maybe you can!
Sorry, no can do.
What do you mean? You're the author! Timothy said.
I'm only supposed to help at certain points. Nothing more or less, Elenwen said. You do have my book, right?
Of course, Duo said, pulling out the thick book.
Well, there's a section in there. I suggest you guys head back to Traverse Town and rest up. Ansem isn't a picnic. With that, she disappeared.
~In the gummi ship~
Found anything yet, Duo? Trowa asked.
he said, flipping pages. Ah! Chapter 26, Section 3: How to Transform a Shadow into a Human.
What does it say? Heero asked.
It doesn't say anything. You have to read it, Duo said. Heero took off one of his shoes and threw it at Duo, hitting him in the head. Ow! Trowa, he hurt me!
Boys, behave, Trowa said.
In order to change a shadow to a human, there are a few ways you can. 1.) Defeat it. Note: The possibility of this happening is very slim, do to the damage caused by the attacker.
Well, that won't work, Timothy said. What else?
2.) Use a princess or prince of heart. They have pure hearts and if they care about the individual that is believed to be the Shadow, they can change it back.
Well, the only prince of heart we know is gone, Trowa said. Next choice.
3.) A person who really cares about the individual believed to be the Shadow protects them from harm. Example: Attacking Heartless.
That's the one, Heero said. Who cares about Wufei? No one spoke up.
I know! Duo said.
~In Traverse Town, at the pay phone~
Hello, Hilde? Duo asked.
What are you doing? Trowa asked, crossing his arms.
Yeah, it's me. We're fine. Is Sally around?
Timothy asked.
Wufei's friend, Heero explained. They both work for the Preventers and are pretty tight.
Well, we have a situation with Wufei, Duo said. A smile spread across his face. Oh, baby bunny, Duo said, handing the phone to Trowa. Trowa turned pale, taking the phone.
Trowa asked, solemnly. Yes? *pause* Oh, hi Cathy. *pause* I change my underwear everyday. *pause* The first aid kit? *pause* Haven't used it. *pause* Well, I didn't need to. Trowa sighed. I'm adjusted, I eat three meals a day and eat five major food groups. I take long naps and am having a blast on this adventure.
That sounds like what Lilo said- Timothy began.
It is, Duo interrupted, grinning. Catherine buys it everytime, though.
Cathy, is Sally around or not? *pause* Okay, that's all we needed to know. Good bye. *pause* Bye. *pause* Cathy, I got to go. Some shadow is beating up on Duo, bye! Trowa slammed the phone on the receiver. Duo began to giggle.
Did she ask about boo boo bunny? Duo asked, still giggling. Trowa's face turned red.
That's horrible, Heero said, shaking his head. Relena doesn't baby me that much.
Trowa said. Sally wasn't there. At least, she was, until Gwaihir came to her and took her somewhere.
That dog, Duo growled. He's romancing Wufei's girl!
If Sally's smart, she won't fall for him, Timothy said. In the mean time, let's try and get Wufei back to normal. The other three nodded.
~In the Third District~
This is so bazaar, Trowa said. We haven't seen one Heartless, yet!
Who's going to protect Wufei? Duo asked, suddenly. We don't know who likes him the most! Heero looked at the Shadow in his arms. Suddenly, other shadows popped up, all around them.
Never mind that, Trowa said. Don't worry, Heero, we'll destroy them. Duo, Timothy, and Trowa ran to meet the sea of shadows.
I know what you're going through, Wufei, Heero said, still looking at the Shadow in his arms. I'm afraid it might be too late. It was almost too late for me. I felt like I was falling, in a sea of darkness. I couldn't think; I could barely breathe. You feel it, too, don't you? Worst of all, it's all my fault that you're suffering like this. My fault.
Duo yelled. Heero looked up. They were cornered by a large group of shadows. Another group was advancing towards him. Heero turned and ran towards the ramp. He was almost to the landing, then he tripped and fell. The Shadow in his arms landed in front of him.
Heero said, seeing the Shadows coming in front of him. Heero crawled, quickly, towards Wufei. I'm not losing you, too, Wufei! He yelled, throwing himself on Wufei. The sea of Shadows washed over them, in a dark mist. The others came running to aid Heero.
We were too late! Duo cried. Suddenly, a light broke through the mist. Wufei and Heero stood, eyes closed, holding on to each other. They both opened their eyes.
They both said, jumping away from the other. They looked at each other, strangely.
Wufei! You're back! Trowa said, happily.
Wufei said. What happened? Where's Quatre? Wufei looked at Heero. And why were you holding me?!
We'll explain everything, Duo said, equally happy. Once we check in at the hotel, again.
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RS *shoves Wufei out the room and slams the door*: Stay out! I don't want you in here ever again!
Duo *walks up*: What's going on?
Wufei: I made her upset. I was talking about her bashing friends-
Duo *interrupts*: Wufei, just because they want you dead, doesn't mean you have to criticize them! There's Gundam Wing fans that hate you. You're not a very popular person.
Wufei: But there are some that do like me! She's one of them. I can't lose any of my fans!
Duo *simply*: Then stop being a jerk.
Wufei *insisting*: I'm not being a jerk! I'm stating my opinion.
Duo: If I took a poll, right now, most people would vote that you are a jerk.
Wufei: Well, I am not a jerk! I'm just misunderstood.
Duo *calls*: Trowa, you better get up here. Heero, you should come, too! *Trowa and Heero come up the steps*
Trowa: What's up?
Duo: Is Wufei a jerk?
Heero: Sometimes.
Trowa: I have to agree with Heero.
Duo: There you go, Wufei.
Wufei *yells*: I thought you guys were my friends! *Trowa and Heero exchange glances*
Duo *smiles*: I might run and hide, but I'd never tell a lie.
Wufei *turns around and knocks on RS's door*: RS, open up, please.
RS *from inside*: Why should I?
Wufei: I'm sorry. I said somethings that I shouldn't have and I'm sorry. Will you forgive me and let me back in? *Duo's mouth drops open. Trowa and Heero look at Wufei, as if he were sick* Please? *The door opens*
RS: You're really sorry? *Wufei nods. RS smiles and hugs Wufei* Wow! I didn't think you were man enough to say you're sorry to an onna! Sure, come in. *Wufei turns around and sticks out his tongue at the others, then comes in room*
Duo *looks at Trowa and Heero*: Call a doctor. I think Wufei is sick. *Trowa nods, then rushes downstairs*