Author: I never would believe that so many like this fic so far. To all of you, I'm grateful for the reviews. Chapter 6 is here, so read and don't forget to review.

Previously: Cagalli's memories were erased by Mia Campbell. She almost drowned in the ocean but luckily one of Nathalie's men rescued her. She now lives in her mansion with a new identity. Mia sent a letter to Kira and the others informing them that she's dead.

Forever

Phase 06: Memories

Athrun visited Cagalli's office. He imagined that she was still there. He couldn't accept the fact that his one true love is gone. He felt guilty because he wasn't able to protect her. He promised that he will always be there for her. He failed miserably. Lacus was just passing by until she noticed that the door to Cagalli's office was open. She peeped in and saw Athrun. Lacus felt so sorry for him but like him she was also very sad. She leaned at the wall and closed her eyes as she remembered her blonde friend. Athrun walked out of the office and saw Lacus.

"Lacus, what are you doing here?" Athrun asked her.

"I'm just thinking about Cagalli." She replied. "Kira has decided to announce her death to ORB."

"What!" Athrun gasped. "What about Mia?"

"The police are now searching for her." Lacus replied.

Athrun went to hangar where the mobile suits were at. He visited the Strike Rouge. He opened the cockpit and went in. As he sat there, he had flashback of the war at Jachin Due. He was going to self-destruct Justice to create a Nuclear Reaction to destroy Genesis along with himself. He was determined to do this without thinking of what Cagalli might felt. She was the one who knocked some sense to him. At that moment, he realized that Cagalli loves him. She also promised to protect him. He survived thanks to her. "To fight is to live..." He uttered those same words as she said to him. He opened his eyes hoping to see Cagalli right in front him but he can only dream. She wasn't there. Athrun glanced at his ring. It reminded him the first time he gave her a ring. It was two years after the war. He became her personal bodyguard. He was going to visit PLANT to have a talk with the Chairman. He couldn't trust Yuuna and he knew what might happen between Cagalli and him. He gave her the promise ring. They kissed after that, the sweet kiss that Athrun will never ever forget in his entire life.

Jean was walking into the hangar and noticed that Strike Rouge's cockpit was open. She checked who was in the cockpit. It was Athrun Zala. He was crying, tears of pain and sorrow. Jean felt sad as she looked at him. She wanted to tell him but she promised her friend. Athrun opened his eyes and saw Jean. He wiped off his tears and falsely smiled at her. He stepped out the cockpit and greeted the girl.

"Crewman Jean, what's the matter?" Athrun asked.

"I'm sorry that Miss Cagalli is gone." Jean said.

"I know..." Athrun said.

Athrun walked away from her and the MS. She stared at Strike Rouge and sighed. Josh went up to her and told her the news he heard. He told her that Kira Yamato already announce to ORB about Cagalli. She crossed her arms and turned around. She wanted to cry. It was hard for her to keep it a secret. Josh noticed that something was wrong with her.

"Sis, are you okay?" Josh asked.

"I'm sad..." Jean replied.

Josh knew that Cagalli was important to her. He pulled her to him and hugged her. Jean finally cried in his chest. He was surprised that his sister cried again. He gently rubbed her head and smiled.

"Let it all out..." Josh whispered.

PLANTS

Mia Campbell went back to PLANTS after dealing with Cagalli. She danced around her room happily. Her plans have gone smoothly. She sat on a chair and watched the news. She frowned as she heard that she was being hunt down. She quickly turned the television off.

"Now I'm a criminal... So be it..." Mia grinned. "As long as Cagalli is gone, I have a chance to get Athrun.

At a downtown café, Shinn Asuka was having lunch with his girlfriend, Stellar Lousier. Shinn was busy drinking his beverage until Stellar landed a kiss on his right cheek. Surprised by this, he spitted out his drink and turned red in embarrassment. Stellar laughed at him.

"That wasn't funny, Stellar!" Shinn yelled.

"I'm sorry I couldn't help myself." Stellar said.

ORB

Milly arrived at the Military facility, wearing an ORB uniform. She rejoined the AA crew after the 2nd war. She immediately head for the Archangel. When she arrived at the bridge, she saw a familiar guy with blonde hair. He turned around and smiled at her. It was Dearka. Milly immediately hugged him.

"Dearka, I miss you so much." Milly told him.

"I miss you too." He said.

She released him and talked for a while. Murrue walked in and saw the couple. The captain walked up to them and told them to talk somewhere else. Milly brought Dearka outside. She placed Dearka beside a tree and quickly pulled out her digital camera. In a flash she took Dearka's picture. Milly stared at his picture and laughed. Dearka went and see it and gasped. He wasn't able to pose properly so it came out in a funny way. Milly deleted it and decided to take another one. Dearka pose formally this time. She press the button and flash. It came out nicely. He scratched his head and leaned on the tree.

"When did you arrive in ORB?" Milly asked.

"Yesterday..." Dearka replied. "I heard what happened to the head representative."

"Yeah... Mia Campbell killed her." Milly told him.

Dearka approached her and placed his hand on her cheek. He placed his arms around her. Milly touched his chest with her forehead. He used his finger to tilt her head so he could look into her eyes. He smiled and then he kissed her. Milly's cheeks turned crimson red. She deepened the kiss even more. Dearka released her lips and hugged her tightly.

"I love you..." Dearka whispered into her ear.

"I love you too..." Milly answered.

NATHALIE'S MANSION

Kai visited Cagalli again. Cagalli was delighted to see him. They would always spend the afternoon together. Kai was quite the talker and had a funny sense of humor. They went outside in the garden. Kai picked out a white rose from the bush and place it on Cagalli's hair.

"You look more beautiful wearing that." Kai complimented.

Cagalli blushed and stayed silent. She went inside to fetch some snacks. Kai sat on the chair and thought about her. He was falling madly in love with her but she's already engaged. She means a lot to him but for her it seems that she only sees him as a mere friend. He never felt this way about somebody. Cagalli was different to him. He sometimes wishes that she will stay with him forever and that she will forget all about ORB and Athrun. But he knew he couldn't force her. He wanted to meet Athrun, to see what kind of guy is he. He knew that Athrun Zala was once a member of ZAFT, the son of the former Chief Supreme Council Leader, and an ace Mobile Suit pilot. Cagalli came out with the snacks and served them to Kai. She sat down next to him.

"Kai, can you tell me more about ZAFT?" Cagalli questioned. "You see Nathalie didn't get the chance to tell me."

"Sure... First of all ZAFT stands for Zodiac of Alliance Freedom Treaty, a military organization that consists mainly of Coordinators like Nathalie and me." Kai started.

Kai told her all about ZAFT, including the Mobile Suits and the top pilots. He mentioned about Shin Asuka, the pilot of the Destiny Gundam. Upon hearing that name, Cagalli felt pain in her head again. Her eyes widened as some of her memories started coming back. Kai told her stop. He grabbed Cagalli and shook her. She kept saying Shin's name. Kai knew that he made a fatal mistake bringing Shinn to their conversation. Suddenly, she had flashbacks of Shinn in a familiar background. He was looking angrily at her. She fell down to her knees and breathed heavily.

"Shinn Asuka, pilot of Destiny Gundam. He wears a red ZAFT Elite uniform like you. He has red eyes and black hair. He's a part of the Minerva Crew." Cagalli said.

Cagalli's memories of Shinn have come back. She doesn't know why but it just came back to her. Kai helped her stand up. Cagalli looked at Kai and smiled. She was relief that she remembered something. Kai called Nathalie afterwards.

"What! She knows Shinn Asuka!" Nathalie gasped.

"Apparently yes... She remembers him quite clearly now." Kai told her.

"This isn't good for her." Nathalie said. "Just be careful on what you say next time."

Nathalie hung up the phone. Kai sighed and checked Cagalli through the window. She's sitting quietly on the porch rubbing her womb.

"I remember Shinn but I can't remember who you father is..." Cagalli thought.

Author: Okay, I will agree if one of you say that this chapter is confusing. Review and be patient for the next chapter. It's weird that her memories of Shinn came back. Of all people why Shinn? Just find out later in the next chapter. Shinn and Stellar will be there.