Hotaru's Soul Mate

Disclaimer: I don't own Hotaru, or her soul mate. Though when I am done I will throw Hotaru away.

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"Dad why do I have to get a body guard?" Hotaru whined.

"Because with all the power that you possess all the evil in the world will be after you. I just want to make sure you are safe."

"I will be I can take care of myself. Sides if they tried it I will just chop them to pieces."

"I know but you must. End of discussion." her father declared. Hotaru walked out pouting. Walking out of the palace she strolled around the garden and then walked to the park. Sitting on a bench she sighed.

"What's wrong? You seem to pretty to be upset!" came a voice behind her.

"My dad wants me to get a bodyguard. Oh, thanks for the compliment. My name is Hotaru Tomoe."

"Mine's Duo Maxwell. It's a pleasure to meet you." Duo said sitting down next to her. Hotaru turned to look at her new friend and finally took in his features. A long chestnut braid adorned a heart shaped face; his violet eyes were standing out against the black priest outfit. Around his neck he had a silver cross and he seemed to be smiling. He also seemed to be putting out a familiar energy. Duo turned to look at Hotaru and instantly felt a familiar energy. Shoulder length raven hair adorned a pale, but glowing face. She had stunning violet eyes and an odd necklace around her neck. The necklace seemed to be that of a glaive but Duo wasn't sure. She had on a pale purple dress and stunning black shoes. She also had an amethyst bracelet on. Smiling as well he stood up and walked over to her. Holding out his hand he smirked.

"Well where should I take this radiant beauty today?" he asked.

"Well I would like to go to the craft store. Then to the library. Next to the time gates to see my friend Trista and then home for dinner." she answered taking his hand and letting him lead her away. Walking into the craft store she walked around for a little while, she finally decided on what she was getting. By the time they left Hotaru had bough 8 yards of yarn and four different design patterns. Walking into the library she picked out three autobiographies, two biographies, and four romance novels. Finally Hotaru took Duo up to the time gates to see Trista. When they got there Duo was mystified to see the place covered in a thick mist.

"Hold it trespasser! Only those worthy of admittance are welcome here. You are not worthy." came a voice seemingly from everywhere but at the same time nowhere.

"Oh can it Trista!" Hotaru called out. "You know who it is."

"Hotaru! Hi." said the voice again. Only this time Duo could see the person. She was tall with long green hair that was in a bun. She had a huge key with an orb on the top and was barely wearing anything. Next to her was his friend Jacob Tayori.

"Jacob! Long time no see! Where have you been?" Duo called out.

"Hey Duo. You're right it has been a long time. I have been little missy's bodyguard. I think I know why she didn't want a bodyguard to. She would bore them to death." he joked. This comment though got him whacked on the head.

"Hey what was that for?"

"Your comment wasn't appreciated," she barked. Jacob laughed and looked at Duo.

"Mood swings." was the only explanation he gave. Hotaru and Trista sat down at a table that had appeared out of nowhere and began to drink tea and talk about things like how the Princess was doing with Michael, and where Heero might be.

"Heero?" Duo asked.

"You know him?" Hotaru asked.

"Know him we use to be good friends. Last time I saw him though we had an argument and he left Saturn. That was over a year ago though. But I'll warn you if he doesn't want to be found then you won't find him." Duo said.

"Well a couple months ago him and Princess Amara got together. Her mother didn't approve and attempted to send him through time to get rid of him. But we think the plan backfired and he's still here in this time. We just can't find him and we don't know for sure."

"Oh." After another half an hour of chatting about Heero and drinking tea Hotaru finally decided to go. Standing up she handed Trista the bag she had brought with her.

"I thought you could use this. There are four patterns and some yarn. I don't know if it's enough but it should start you off." Hotaru said.

"That's alright Hotaru. Have a safe journey home. Alright?"

"Yes Trista. See you." Hotaru said as she waved good-bye over her shoulder. As her and Duo left the time gates filled with fog again.

As soon as they got to about a mile away from the castle Hotaru and Duo said their goodbyes and went their own separate ways. Strolling into the castle Hotaru started to hum to herself. Walking into her room she started to dress for dinner. When she was finally satisfied she was dressed in a dark purple kimono with dark purple slippers. She had on an amethyst necklace along with amethyst earrings and an amethyst bracelet. Walking downstairs she smiled to her father.

"Hello father."

"Hotaru where have you been all afternoon?"

"Out."

"You didn't take any guards. You could have been hurt or worse."

"I had some protection. First I had my glaive. Second I met a boy in the park that was more than willing to protect me. There's just one thing he doesn't know that I am the Princess. I don't intend to let him know either. I will loose him as a friend if he knows."

"I see. Let's just eat." he said ending the conversation. After dinner they got ready to go to the docks to greet a delegation that was coming for some odd reason. As they climbed into the carriage Hotaru got an odd sensation in the pit of her stomach. As they rode to the docks Hotaru looked out the window to see one of the villages on fire, and Duo lying injured in the middle of the rode.

"Stop!" she yelled to the driver. The driver hearing her scream pulled over immediately. Hotaru jumped out and ran over to Duo. Looking him over she noticed the stab wound in the middle of his stomach. Healing him she ran over to the village and managed to put the fire out. Running back over she helped Duo to stand up.

"Are you alright Duo?" she asked worry etched into her voice.

"Yeah I'm fine Hotaru."

"Excuse me sir," said one of the guards.

"Yes?" Duo asked.

"Please address the lady as your highness."

"Highness?" Duo asked Hotaru.

"I'm the Princess of this planet." Hotaru said close to tears. "Please don't be mad. I didn't want you to know because then you wouldn't want to be my friend," she whimpered.

"Oh Hotaru. Sweetie. Listen. I'd be your friend any day of the week even if you were a goddess."

"I'm half god," she whispered.

"Well then I guess I have three Hotaru's to be friendly to then. Huh little Hotaru?"

"Yeah. Duo I think I fell in love with you." she whispered.

"Hotaru I don't think. I know I fell in love with you." Duo said. Smiling she leaned up and shyly kissed him. Deepening the kiss Duo wrapped his arms around her and pulled her close. The glow that radiated off of the two was almost blinding. In the woods near by a figure stood watching.

~It's almost time. I wonder if she still remembers me. ~ It thought and then left.

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An: Sorry it took so long to update. I'll try not to do it again. All right? Ja ne!