Obsession

By: Kutabare

Author's Note: I apologize for the fact that this story is extremely vague, but I simply did not wish to reveal the characters and plot so easily. Now to lighter notes, I would like to thank those that have reviewed. I appreciate it. I am not too sure about couples though. Truthfully, I was hoping I would have suggestions because I am new to romance and the idea of having couples in my fic. So far, I have heard of Hotaru/Heero, Usagi/Heero, and Makoto/Heero. I think Heero is pretty much accounted for.

Disclaimer: All of the Gundam Wing and Sailor Moon characters belong to their respected owners; I do not own them. Any other characters that do not belong to those two series are mine. Do not use and claim them as your own.

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"Yes, I remember."

Those were the last words he said before he slipped into the familiar dark of unconsciousness. For a long time, Duo could do nothing but sit in the chair and stare out the window. It was dark outside when he stood up to prepare the bandages to replace the stained ones. His mind had remained carefully blank to push away any memories of that nightmare.

"I didn't..no..I didn't.."

Pausing his activities, he stared curiously at the wounded man on the bed, watching him shake his head. Whatever he was dreaming, Duo did not envy him for it. It had been years since he could dream.

"I do not envy you at all, buddy."

Twisting his lips into a wry smile, he completed his task without any interruptions, his mind running through possible plans. There was always the possibility of abandoning the man. Glancing at Heero, he sighed, then took his place in the chair near the bed. That wasn't an option. Whoever was after Heero Yuy, would soon be after him as well.

'Damn. I must be a jinx.'

Looking out the window at the dark sky, his eyes slowly drifted close as he followed Heero into a slumber. But, unlike his stoic companion, his sleep was not tinted with dreams.

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Freedom. Air. It was everything she wanted.

Her lips curved into a small smile as she felt the air and warmth of the many bodies flood her senses in the crowded streets of Tokyo. Each feeling was cherished, tucked away into a corner of her mind for her memory's sake. It felt so good to be free.

Following the wave of people, she allowed them to jostle and push her forward, this way and that. She rejoiced in the feel of people all around her, as if she was safe in this crowd.

But still alone.

The words echoed in her mind, seeped into her soul, and agonized her. Caught in her thoughts, she hadn't realized where she was going. She didn't take note of the weather, of the parting clouds. It was still daytime. Then, her eyes widened as she felt the presence of one she recognized. A long time ago.

'Only two years.'

Looking up suddenly, she stared into the dullness of a single emerald eye, let that piercing gaze rest upon her and inspect her. The light had changed from red to green, the cars continuing their course. And, there she stood, on the edge of the sidewalk, being lured closer, closer. So close to danger. The grey storm clouds slowly parting, and the hidden sun cast a beam of golden hell into her face. The tires of the car shrieked as the driver slammed down on the brakes, hoping to stop before hitting the young woman.

Her cry seemed to be too quiet, almost a whisper to her own ears as she felt the world drain away from her grasp. The wind caressed her cheek, and she had this nagging sense that somehow, she was safe.

Deciding to welcome this sanctuary, she relaxed, letting go of her slight grip on reality.

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Watching from the window of a cafe, Rei Hino had witnessed it all. She had seen the man standing on the other side of the street, silently staring and beckoning the woman to her death. But, when the car passed, the woman safe by some miracle, she noticed he had disappeared. Rei had sensed it though.

Danger.

Death.

...hope.

The last was a mere whisper in her mind, an uncertainty. Frowning slightly, she glanced out the window, expecting to see the woman still sitting there, surrounded by a mob of people. It was a surprise when there was no one there, and everyone acted normally, as if nothing happened.

'What the hell is going on? I saw her nearly get hit by that car.'

Standing up, she absently tossed some money on the tabletop, and left the cafe, glancing around for any sign of that dark-haired angel. Shielding her eyes from the sun, she squinted, then sighed, finding no one that resembled that woman. Making her way through the crowds, she began walking towards one of the many clinics, hoping to catch her friend once her shift ended.

As she walked, Rei couldn't shake off the feeling that something was happening in the peaceful world around her. Focused on other thoughts of the future, she didn't sense the neutral area of nothingness. It was neither negative nor positive; a void with no life or death.

Her main thought: 'I must see Usagi.'

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Opening her eyes, she looked around the room, sensing that something was different. Something was wrong. Glancing at each monitor, her eyes widened as she gasped. Empty. It was empty. Then she felt it. The quiet presence behind her as his silent movements raised the hair at the nape of her neck.

Suddenly, he was there. Behind her. Beside her. Whispering soft words of pain in a sweet voice.

"..help me..help.."

It nearly shattered her, that whisper, those words. What was going on? How'd he get out? When had she fallen asleep? So many questions ran through her mind, overwhelming her slowly wakening mind. There was a noise as she realized the teen magazine she was looking at earlier fell to the floor.

"How.." She nearly choked on the words, unsure whether to be afraid of him or to help him. "How'd you get out?"

His cold hand rested lightly on her shoulder, and she felt that cold penetrate through the uniform, her skin, and to her bones. Her heart, always full of love, cried out to this man. He seemed so lost.

"Please."

That was all he said. Strangely, that was all she needed. Nodding, to herself, to him-- she didn't know-- she stood up carefully. She had always had a soft spot for people in need of help. And, she always wanted to be an actress, to be in those movies, saving people. Danger. Risk. It was something she had always yearned to be a part of. An obsession, one could say. That had led her here, she realized.

"Okay. Let me get my keys."

Out the corner of her eye, she saw him nod, and she slowly turned, careful not to startle him. His eyes were glazed, as if he wasn't completely lucid. But he seemed like a lost child. Those people did something to this man. Despite his pained blue eyes, she noticed that he looked quite handsome, in an angelic way. Smiling brightly, she put an arm around his waist, and led him towards the employee's exit, keys in hand.

"Let's get outta here, hon. I think it's time for sunshine."

As the door opened and the sun spilled in, he gasped, closing his eyes tightly. His body had recoiled away from the sun, and she noticed his skin was a pink color now. It seemed as if the sunlight irritated his skin. Slipping her jacket off, she placed it over his head, covering as much of his exposed skin as possible.

What in the world did they do to this kid?!

As she helped him into her car, she frowned a bit, a rare expression on her usually glowing, cheerful face. Those people in the building had done something to this man. Was it illegal? What exactly did they do? Minako couldn't help the fact that her adrenaline was rushing under her skin as she slid into the driver's seat.

"...thank you, nurse.."

The voice was somewhat muffled, but she understood it. Holding her resemblance of calm, she smiled at his sleeping form, vowing silently to herself.

'Don't worry. You, Quatre Raberba Winner, are safe for now.'

It was almost like high school days. She was a rebel against higher authorities. Again. But this time, it was more serious. She was now helping a patient of a major corporation escape.

'I wonder...will Rei and Usagi be interested in this?'