Author's Note: This is my first Gundam Seed fanfic. I was feeling (cough) lovesick when I wrote this (blush)(smirk). I want to dedicate this story to my two friends; Amanda, who loves Gundam Seed, and Daya, who's my 'affair of heart's advisor'. Actually, I was planning to write a One-shot, but, it will eventually continue until chapter 3. I hope you enjoy!
Disclaimer: I don't own Gundam Seed and the characters. But the plot's mine!
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"NOOOO!"
Cagalli sat up straight on her fluffy, comfortable bed, panting slightly. Shivering, cold sweat trickling down her flawless pale skin. It was the same nightmare. The same nightmare which haunted her once peaceful dream.
[A/U: You can turn on 'My Immortal' and sing along!!]
--I'm so tired of being here...--
"Father," muttered Cagalli softly.
--Suppressed by all my, childish fears--
Cagalli casually wiped the sweat off her forehead. She shivered not because of the cold.
"I could've saved him," Tears began to fill the corner of her well- shaped eyes. Then she covered her face with her fine hands.
--And if you have to leave
I wish that you would just leave
Cause your presence still lingers here
And it won't leave me alone--
When she shut her eyes, the maiden could see her father's face. She curled up her fists and screamed on top of her lungs,
'CAN'T THESE NIGHTMARES STOP! CAN'T YOU LEAVE ME ALONE?"
--These wounds won't seem to heal
This pain is just too real
There's just too much that time cannot erase--
Cagalli burst into tears. The pain. The suffering. All because of war. Families broken. Shattered childhood. When is this war going to end? Even so, the pain which people bore, it was too agonizing to be forgotten.
When you'd scream I'd, fight away all of your fears--
She furiously brushed away her tears. Tough girls don't cry. Never show your weaknesses. It would be embarrassing if someone caught Cagalli, Iron Maiden, crying like a lost child.
The only reason Cagalli fought this war is Peace. Peace between the Naturals and Coordinator. Everyone living together in harmony. No more tears. No more suffering. No more war.
--And I've held your hand through all of these years
But you still have
All of me--
Cagalli vowed to fight for peace, even to her death. These people needed her. So long she still breathes, they have her to protect them.
--You used to captivate me
By your resonating light--
After Uzumi Nala Athha's death, his only daughter, Cagalli Yula Athha, was made the Leader of Orb. Cagalli used to be astounded by her father's role as a Leader. He had power. She wanted to be like him, commanding immense power.
--Now I'm bound by the life you left behind--
But now, she regretted it. Too much work. Too much pressure. Peace is so hard to achieve.
"I can't do it father."
--Your face it haunts, my once pleasant dreams
Your voice it chased away, all the sanity in me--
Cagalli dreamt about his death every night. It kept haunting her. She could have done something, but she did not. Cagalli shut her eyes tightly and brought her knees close to her body. Her slender fingers were clutching her golden hair by its roots and she was whimpering,
"Go away!"
If this were to continue, she would have gone mad.
--I've tried so hard to tell myself that you're gone
But though you're still with me
I've been alone all along--
"You're dead already! Go away! You weren't a good father anyway! You weren't there when I needed you! You never knew how I feel!"
Then, footsteps could be heard. Closer and closer it came. The intruder did not bother to knock on the door, as came charging in. The intruder, hands on his knees, panted heavily, seems he came running here.
The mysterious man called out in the most charming voice Cagalli had heard, not to mention really familiar.
"Are you alright Cagalli?"
The fair maiden squinted her eyes, trying to make out who the intruder was. The Moon reflected its silvery rays on the figure; a naked torso could be seen. His well-shaped body seemed to be perfect, as if it was carved by the gods. No girl can resist this god's gift. The intruder wore nothing but a pair of blue, satin boxers. His blue bangs, reflected his ruggedness and attitude, and his emerald orbs staring at the Princess.
Blushing furiously, Cagalli gathered all her strength and called out,
"A-Athrun?"
Athrun let out a charming smile, which would melt any girl's heart. He continued gazing at Cagalli with one of his hand on his hips. Cagalli was not her tomboyish self.
The moonlights illuminated the fine features of the fair princess. Her golden hair danced to the rhythm of them wind. She was wearing a white, sleeveless nightdress, which highlighted her curvy body. God! She was seductive! Her honey-coloured golden eyes were glistened with tears. Cagalli truly looked like a fallen angel.
Failed to receive any signal from the clueless angel, Athrun made his may across the room, landed himself on Cagalli's bed. He raised his firm hand to Cagalli's face, and then gently wiped her tears with his index finger. Cagalli shuddered upon his touch and continued blushing.
"W-What are you doing here?" Cagalli tried her very hard to sound firm and stern, but failed.
"I heard you screaming, so I came running here," replied Athrun softly. Cagalli loved his voice. Somehow, it was really soothing.
Cagalli hung her head low, and said in a hoarse voice,
"Your room's far away from here. How could've you heard me?"
Athrun placed his finger on her chin and raised it, stared deeply into her honey-coloured eyes, and replied,
"I love you dearly. Even you are far away from me, I can heard you when you're in trouble."
Athrun searched answers trough hr eyes but failed.
"Want to share you nightmare?" Athrun asked.
"Huh?" replied Cagalli with a puzzled look.
Athrun chuckled and continued, 'Well, they say, If something troubles you or something, it's better to share it with someone. I mean, it'll take the weight off you."
Cagalli turned away from Athrun, slid off her bed, walked to the window, sat on the counters and gazed to the heavens. When Cagalli was lonely, the moon and the stars were her salvation.
Cagalli began, "I dreamt about my father's death. His death kept haunting me. I-I could've saved him. B-but I didn't! I'm so hopeless!" Cagalli banged her fist angrily on the counter, which definitely hurts.
Athrun gently took her smooth, fair hand and placed a kiss upon it, "It's not you fault Cagalli. Don't blame yourself."
"B-but.."
She could not finish her sentence as she was pulled towards Athrun by his sudden embrace. The warmth of the hug could not be described. Athrun left hand was secured on her waist and his right on the back of her head. Tears started to flow again.
"I-I'm so useless a-and weak!" sobbed Cagalli.
Athrun pulled her head to his body and comforted,
"Hush my dear, don't say that. You are strong and brave. And if you feel down and depressed, I'm always there for you."
Cagalli looked up, stared into Athrun's green pools and gave a mischievous smile. She laid her index finger on his chest and twirled in circles, and slowly got up, beckoned him to follow her.