'I leave home early only to endure this…what a bunch of crock.' Trowa Barton thought. After five months in France and one in England, Trowa felt that it was time to return home to California. But as soon as he arrived to the docks, he was told that no one was to be boarding the ship to America just yet. And so, here he was sitting at a table just outside of the crowds.
A sudden feeling of being watched washed over the brunette so he turned to see a small blonde boy, eyes hidden behind a pair of glasses. Trowa's breath is caught in his throat as he gazes at this boy.
'Wow…' Trowa thought, trying his best to keep his jaw from dropping allowing his drool to drench himself. The blonde's cheeks grew pink before looking away, obviously embarrassed about being caught in the act of staring. Trowa simply smiled and continued to watch the blonde. He watched as the boy bit his lip and began to fidget under the watchful eyes of the brunette. Trowa smiled once more as the blonde began to look anywhere other than in his direction.
"Ladies and gentlemen!"
Trowa snapped back into the world at the sound of someone shouting. He assumed by the man's outfit that he was the captain.
"May I have your attention please?" The captain waited until the crowd quieted down before continuing. Once he had everyone's attention, the captain continued. "I apologize for the inconvenience, but we now have things in order. The cargo, your luggage, and about fifty selected groups will be boarding the Lafayette, the ship at dock 25. The rest of you will be boarding Itine at dock 26. We will be arriving at the same port as planned and for your convenience, you're all allowed a night's stay at the Hilton upon arrival. Are there any questions?"
"Yeah! Do we get free meals at that Hilton place?" the boy with the braid asked.
"I'm sorry, but with the number of you here, there are no free meals at the Hilton. Any other questions?"
"Yes!" called out another voyager. "How do we know which ship we're on?"
"My crew and myself have already sorted that out. If no crewmember had approached you in the past twenty minutes, you will be riding on the Itine. Any other questions?" No one called out. "All right. Now, if you'll all please head off to your designated ship, we'll be on our way."
Trowa turned his attention back to where the blonde boy way. Much to his disappointment, the blonde had already disappeared into the crowd. Trowa sighed and stood from his table. He picked up a small suitcase and began to walk towards dock 26.
"Oy!! Trowa!!" A familiar voice called out. Trowa turned around to see the braided boy bound up to him with another boy linked to his arm.
"Hello Duo. Heero." Trowa said when the two stood before him.
"I didn't know you were going home, Trowa. I thought you'd be staying in England a bit longer." Duo smiled.
Trowa shrugged. "I changed my mind."
"We've decided to pay 'ol Treize a visit. Isn't that right schnookums?" Duo asked turning to Heero.
"Hn." The cobalt-eyed boy responded.
Duo simply smiled and kissed Heero on the cheek. Trowa always thought that the two were perfect for one another. Duo would bring happiness to Heero while Heero made sure that Duo didn't get into too much trouble.
"Care to join us, Mr. Barton?" Duo asked. Trowa shrugged again.
The three made their way to line up at dock 26. Duo talked enough for the three of them as Trowa and Heero walked in silence. Trowa, although grateful to have his friends with him, didn't want to feel like a third wheel during the trip. It was always awkward when the two decided to be "close" in his company.
Trowa sighed and glanced up to see the blonde boy from earlier board the ship. He smiled to himself and thought 'maybe it won't have to be so awkward after all…'
Up ahead, the blonde sneezed.
Author's Notes/Disclaimer: I do not own the GW boys. I own the captain! Go captain! Yah! O_o*
Um. I don't really have any notes for this chapter. So until next time!