Disclaimer: I don't own Gundam Seed, its characters, or its main plotline. I don't own the character Kai. He's happily owned by fellow writer, JC-Titans143.
I don't own the song that's currently playing itself over and over on my iPod, "Big Apple Heartbreak". It's owned by Yellowcard and their people.
A/N: I'm well aware that the title of this song is completely irrelevant with the story's setting. No, the story won't magically change its setting to New York. It will stay happily in ORB. So, did I get your undies in a twist yet? No? Darn. Guess I'll have to heat things up a bit in …..
Chapter 9 – Big Apple Heartbreak
This can't be home, anymore
"Rise and shine, citizens of ORB! It's MOOOOOOOOOONNNNDAYYY! Time to get out of bed, start off our day, and move on with life! What'cha waiting for? Rise and shine and get your butt moving!"
This can't be home, anymore
Picking his head up from his pillow and feeling his mattress gone damp, Athrun formed a fist with his hand and smashed the "Off" button on his radio alarm clock.
If you think I have not been missing the way she breathes
Walking towards his closet, he picked out a new set of clothes for the new day, no matter how much he wished to fall back asleep, lulled by his pleasant imaginings with his Cagalli.
You are mistaken my friend, I'm falling down
Feeling a slight nudge on his elbow, his eyelids finally opened up, welcoming in the bright rays of the morning sun and…a pair of golden eyes?
"Cagalli? I thought you were supposed to be at the office by now?" he asked groggily, rubbing his head.
"It's Monday morning and I decided to do us a favor and call the week off. We need to plan our wedding, Kai. It's two days from now!"
Jumping off the bed with a sudden jolt of energy, Kai put some clothes on and rushed to happily pick up his wife-to-be. "That's right! Two more days and we can finally be married! Cagalli, are you as psyched as I am?"
So put your mouth on my bloody knees
Laughing happily with her fiancé holding her in his strong arms, she yelled back, "Of course I'm psyched, Kai! I love you! Now let me down so I can put some clothes on!"
Blushing in realization of her chest area right in front of his face, he planted her down and looked away in embarrassment.
She smiled. "Get used to it, Romeo. You'll be married to me soon. Besides, it's nothing you haven't seen before," she said dryly as she bent down to pick up her shirt.
Chuckling softly, he put on some pants as well and made his way for the door. "You're right. Well, I bet I can beat you down stairs for breakfast!"
Rushing towards him, she cried, "Don't flatter yourself!"
One night with me and I've broken your trust
Picking up the morning paper by his door, he quickly closed his door as he read the news headlines. "Princess of ORB to Marry Fellow Representative in Two Days!" and under the headline was a shot of the two in each other's arms, looking very happy. She looked happier than she ever did when she was with him.
I hate to be the bond you know that's gonna bust
In disgust, he threw the paper out his window, not caring if he violated any littering laws. Holding his coffee cup in his hand, he blew at it hoping it would cool down, just like his temper should.
Hurting lungs breathing sighs of disgust
But that was all okay. Today, Kira would help him take back what was his. Today, Cagalli would call off that wedding and accept his feelings for her, as well as tell him she feels the same way. Taking a sip from his mug, he smiled as he licked his lips at the mere thought of having her once more in his arms. Desperate as he was, he couldn't live a day without her.
Taking back his jacket resting on the couch all night, he made way for her home one last time.
This can't be home, anymore
Sure enough, it was a close race and neither wished to admit defeat. "Come, Cagalli! Admit it! I beat you here!" Kai insisted, pouring them a cup of coffee for an early morning start.
"Don't count on it, Kai. I won, end of story." As he came by with her cup, she made a grab for it, but he quickly pulled it up above her reach. "Look, I suggest you give me my cup or no anything tonight."
This can't be home, anymore
He grinned. "I can live with one night."
"Fine, it's been raised to your whole life and no wedding if that's how you want to play," she threatened.
She gave him the "pout"; that infamous pout that made him crack like a baby. Growling, he placed the cup in front of her. "Fine, I give, I give, just promise you still love me."
"Duh!" she said, with a kiss at the end of her bargain.
Now cold, concrete blank walls staring into your lonely eyes
Once the voice of two baby boys came into range, the kissing stopped and the two sat quietly reading the paper and preparing the remainder of the breakfast for the rest of them.
Kira came into the room, his morning bed hair raging wildly as he stretched up and yawned.
"Morning, Kira. Did you and Lacus have fun last night?" Cagalli asked, a teasing tone in her voice as she lowered the paper to view her brother's disheveled appearance.
I duck behind them and hope that you won't go
Kira smiled and shook his head. "No, Cagalli. Not when children are present in the room."
"Well, now that's not fair. You barged in on us last night, didn't you, Yamato?" Kai asked, placing Kira's cup before him.
"Oh, lay off."
Cagalli and Kai laughed together as they all took in the pleasure of Kira's mortification. Kira couldn't help but smile and laugh as well at his own misfortunes. She was smiling, and that was all it mattered. To her, it's like yesterday never happened.
And ask for answers to why I made you cry
Finally, he was at her doorstep. Taking in a deep breath, he dared to push her doorbell.
I never wanted us to fade out
Kira picked his head up, his smile suddenly turning upside down. "Who could that be?" He switched his glances from the door to the two confused people before him. Standing up, he walked to the door and slowly turned the knob.
Resting on a love that fell apart
He held his breath. Surely now she could talk to him. I mean, she was opening the door. His palms grew sweaty in anticipation as the door opened wider and wider…
Where are you?
As her swung the door open, already his day grew sour at the sight of his face. His once calm and collected nature cracked and he felt the seed in his heart crack. "YOU!"
I need you
Running down the steps, Lacus rushed over to her husband to stop him from his senseless onslaught. "Kira! NO!"
You still have, still have my heart
With a concerned look on his face, Kai motioned Cagalli to stay put as he went to investigate.
Of course, Cagalli had to disagree and stand up after he was gone from sight. Geez, after being engaged for four years, you'd think you'd know a guy.
I never wanted us to fade out
"YOU! How dare you show your face around here!"
He screamed in complete frustration and started smacking the boy without mercy. He continued until he felt two arms restraining him back. Turning around, his fierce lavender eyes meet a pair of fierce blue ones. "KAI! Let me go!"
Resting on a love that fell apart, torn apart
His whole body was hurting as the blue haired coordinator struggled to stand up. Feeling a support on his back, he faced up to find Lacus Clyne helping him. "Lacus? Where's Cagalli? And…and how did Kira find out? Did she tell him?"
Where are you?
She smiled a sad smile as she hitched him up into a semi-sitting position. "No, Athrun…she never said a word."
I need you
"GET OFF ME, KAI!" Kira screamed in anger, trying to break free from the boys grip.
"No, Kira! Not until you've calm down! What's your problem?"
Growling loudly, he pushed the boy away, and huffing in his struggle, he turned to face the boy who hurt his sister beyond reason. "Him…"
You still have, still have my heart
"Kira, please!" Athrun begged, pushing Lacus aside as he stood. "Let me talk to her!"
Kai sat in confusion, staring back and forth between the two. "Her?"
One night with me and I've broken your trust
"I have to say I'm sorry! She has to know how I feel! She has to--"
But he was cut off. Kira ran up to him and nailed a punch dead on his stomach. Bending down to avoid the blood gushing out his mouth, Kira kicked the boy on his side, watching him roll pitifully on the ground, groaning in pain.
I hate to be the bond you know that's gonna bust
"Kira, please stop!" Lacus begged from the sidelines.
Her voice fell into a void as Kira lifted his leg for one final kick.
Hurting lungs breathing sighs of disgust
"KIRA, STOP!"
He turned to face the direction of the voice. Cagalli….she was watching all this at the safety of her doorway. She walked over to Kai and helped him stand up. Then, she pushed him aside to face Athrun, once more.
This can't be home, anymore
He smiled weakly, a trail of blood streaming down the edge of his lip. She was still willing to talk to him.
This can't be home, anymore
She was still willing to love him, but…
Open up my heart
SMACK!
She slapped him across his face, forcing him to step back. A confused look fell on his features as he stared at her for an explanation.
Open up my heart
"Didn't I tell you to never show your face to me, ever again?"
His hand on his cheek to soothe the pain, he just continued to stare.
Her face grew furious. "Didn't I!"
He stepped back in fear of another smack on the cheek. "…yes…"
Open up my heart
Her eyes began to tear as she caught sight of the blood seeping through his fingers resting on his smacked cheek. Damn long fingernails. "Then just…leave me alone…"
He stared as she walked away to help Kai up. He stared as Kira gave him a deadly glare. He stared as Lacus just ignored him. He just stood and stared.
As she waited for all three people to enter her door, she turned one last time to face him, tears rolling down her eyes. "Just leave us all alone…." And with that, she closed the door.
Open up my heart
I suck at brawl scenes. Anywho, such beautiful hatred! Gah, I'm not proud of Athrun as of now in Destiny, so I'm doing all this in frustration. Well, good news is, Cagalli is finally doing something useful with her Strike Rouge! I squeeled! Yes, like any Cagalli fangurl, lol. I can't wait to see her come back in full gear action! I miss the old Cags! BRING HER BACK! She better frucking start kicking ass again, hopefully add that IWSP pack on Strike Rouge at that, and maybe bring back Kisaka and Kusinagi! W00t! And with the ORB soldiers on the AA, she can totally rock! Yes! Please make it happen, FUKUDA! Make me happy!
Sorry, spur of the moment feeling. Um, so please REVIEW AND BE HEARD!
