Disclaimer: Don't own. Chance of owning? Non-existant.
Rating: PG
Warnings: Language (Che! Not even that)
A/N: Sooo sorry this took so long to get out. I can admit it, I am LAZY!! I also started two one-shots and have been working on those a lot. Ok, enough excuses. Thank you for the reviews Robin and Jenn. *glares at Skye* Robin: The grammer and spelling thing. Very helpful! I still can't believe I screwed up on my favorite original character's name!! *blushes* I hope you enjoy this part . . . its only part A of the chapter, but I fugured I should put out something. Jenn: Yes, Pitchko got a cameo *hangs head in shame* Umm, I don't know how I can tell you this, but *wipes away tear* the guys are gay dear. But you should check out this chapter's Koji. Mmm, Koji . . . I'll figre out the Celesta cameo in the next part of this chapter. Ok, enough of me. I babble.

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::blah:: - actions I'm too lazy to write out in whole sentences
*blah* - emphasis on words
blah - words written by characters
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^^^^^^^^ - time pass

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Strife

Chapter 6 - Revelations

"And so like, I was like 'there is no way that skirt can be only $20.' And do you know what she said? She was like 'it so is.' Well let me tell you!"

//Does she ever shut up?// thought Quatre. He, Duo, and the red head, Narayan, where making their way outside to meet up with the guys whom Quatre and Heero had met earlier. //I am picking up the strangest vibes from her right now. Right now! Try all supper too.// Unconciously, he moved slightly to the left towards Duo.

//Suppose I should rescue him. Heh, the poor guy doesn't know what to do with her.// Duo smirked mentally. Taking an abrupt step backwards and to the right. Duo quickly postitioned himself between Quatre and Narayan. He swung his arms to drape across both Quatre's and Narayan's shoulders. "You don't say!" Duo put on a show to please Narayan about her neverending talk about her shopping spree. He shot Quatre a crazy look and gave him a slight sqeeze.

Quatre's own arm rose and returned the quick embrace about Duo's waist, while putting on his own mask of amazement for Narayan. "Simply fascinating. What was she thinking?"

Narayan blinked at the sudden appearance of Duo in between herself and the Winner heir. She made a quick recovery though and snuck her arm about Duo's waist as well. The broad smile that made it's way to her face shone brightly. She took up her self-proclaimed monologue with new vigor as they made their way around the last corner to the outside doors.

Exiting the main doors, four teenage boys stood idly by the wall. The group of boys looked quickly at the approaching people. Recognition dawned on their faces as they saw Quatre, who was currently smiling brightly at the teens as he casually pulled away from Duo.

"Hey guys. Sorry Heero couldn't make it, but a couple of my other friends decided to. Is that alright with you?" A worried crease formed on Quatre's forehead as the thought abruptly came to him.

Three of the four boys just smiled and waved off the issue. The fourth boy, with a skin tight grey shirt that hugged in all the right places and a sly knowing smile, eyed Duo and Narayan, who just happened to be still have their arms about the other. "Its no problem Winner. Maybe he can join us next time." Pushing off from the wall, he approached the trio. "Hi. I'm Keller, Christian Keller. And these three are G.O., Sabien, and Koji." Each boy nodded his head as their name was called off. G.O. with short reddish-brown hair, medium height and slightly pudgy, was wearing a dark brown sweater with loose black jeans. Sabien was wearing a blue and grey long sleeved shirt and blue jeans that looked pretty snug, while his short dark brown hair was brushed neatly back. Koji, taller than the rest, was dressed all in loose black clothing. His tappered shoulder length black hair framed his face accenting his fined aristocratic features.

Beaming brightly, Quatre motioned towards his two companions. "This is Duo Maxwell. He may run and he may hide, but he never tells a lie. And this is Narayan . . . " With an embarrassed look he turned back to the four boys. "I'm not sure what her last name is. We met today as well."

With a slight chuckle, Sabien stepped forward and wrapped his arm around Quatre's shoulders and pressed in close. "Its no problem Quatre. We know who Narayan is. We've all been going to the same schools since elementary. Sabien gently guided Quatre over to the wall with the others and kept his arm around his waist as he leaned himself against the wall. Keller motioned for Duo and Narayan to join them.

An awkward silence fell upon the group as they stood idly by. Duo's grin turned rather comical as he puller away from Narayan. "Well. What did you have planned to do?" asked Duo as he turned his inquiring look on Keller who appeared to be the leader of the small group.

Keller shot a look over at Narayan before turning to respond to Duo's inquiry. "Nothing much really. We were gonna head to the video store and rent a couple of movies. We'd watch them in the guys lounge, but we can't now." He shot another pointed look over to Narayan, who for all the world seemed oblivious to Kellers disappointment.

Duo grinned slyly to Keller and quickly turned it into a overdramatic smile. "So I guess we'll just hang out here and discuss the financial stability of the colonies." He turned to Quatre and winked.

Quatre quickly picked up the subject. "Oh yes! The apparent gross income of the colonies is definitely improving now that the war is over, but they still seem to be suffering. Personally, I think the tariffs should be lifted until the repairs can be finished. Not to mention, reparation payments should be made to them." Quatre was practically beaming at what appeared to be a chance to discuss the colonies in great detail.

Narayan raised part of her lip in a look of disgust. Turning abruptly, she faced Keller. "Is this all you're gonna be talking about? 'Cause if so, I have time for a manicure before I have to meet the girls." She raised an inquisitory eyebrow and placed her hands on her hips.

Keller smirked at her and nodded his head. "Yeah. The guys and I have decided to get more in touch with our colonial brotheren. And what is a better way to start then to learn about their financial problems?" Keller cocked his head to the side and stared blankly at Narayan. While Quate and Duo smiled in excitement to discuss the matter, Sabien, Koji, and G.O. looked straight forward alternating between looks of innocence and indifference.

Narayan made a slight sneer at Keller and twirled brightly to face Duo and Quatre. Giving Quatre a big smile, she said her goodbyes to him. Quatre smiled sweetly at her as she did so. His smile faultered briefly as she took a step towards him, but Duo slid in between them and gave her a big goodbye hug. Quatre forgotten, she revelled in the sudden open show of attention.

Waving, Narayan left with a flick of her hair over her shoulder and glided away. Quatre blew out a breathe of relief. Smoothly, Duo threw his arm over Quatre's shoulder and gave him a tight squeeze. "So, shall we get those movies now?" asked Duo with a big grin on his face.

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Cob: Dude! It drives me insane when ppl post chapters in parts! Why oh why are we doing this?

Connor: Right, lets just let all the nice kind ppl think we've died and are never posting again. Super smart ding bat.

Creed: Ding bat? Who uses that anymore?

Carolyn: Obviously we do dear. Now all of you, quit yapping and finish up the next part of the chapter! *gets out horse crop* muah ha ha ha ha ha