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CHAPTER 2


Duo slid into a park bench, resting from the walk here. His legs were tired and he wasn't feeling to great either, his case of the flu or whatever, making him woozy (a/n: I love that word). He settled into his seat, viewing the parks occupants and their activities. Young kids were playing on the swing set followed around by their overprotective parents, and Duo couldn't help but think of his lost one, and the one he was still going to have. He smiled. Older kids and teens were playing basketball or baseball in the adjoining fields, there innocent joy was refreshing. College students and adults played tennis and others ran, listening to music, talking with their friends, or reflecting on their own thoughts.


Duo returned his thoughts back to Norris, the name was beginning to give him shivers and he didn't think it would be a good idea to start hating him now. He had lost his trust in him and he was on the verge of following him one day, if it proved fruitless he would tell Norris, but if he was right . . . well he wasn't sure what he would do. Had Norris always been like this and he was just noticing? Perhaps he was cranky, possibly jealous? No, he knew he wasn't, he had been so happy, but now he wished it was him, so that he could have more control over his actions. Right now, he just wanted the old Norris back, or did he? Thinking back now he realized how much he had given to the relationship and how little he had been given. Norris was always the one who was so busy so he had to do the work around the house, then again he worked too and he took night classes . . . Duo sighed maybe he was just being oversensitive, or perhaps he was finally becoming aware of his situation; but whatever the reason, he knew that he had made a mistake, a terrible awful mistake . . .


A young runner sat down next to him, sweaty and panting. He reached for a water bottle from around his waist and chugged it gratefully. Duo watched as the gorgeous young man drained the bottle and and opened his deep ocean blue eyes, meeting his stare.


"How's it going?" Duo blinked at the question, this gorgeous blue eyed man seemed to be a gift from the devil himself, as if to taunt him.


'He probably doesn't go for guys anyway, so I have nothing to worry about,' Slowly Duo realized he hadn't answered the question and the man next to him was looking at him funny.


"Sorry, didn't mean to disturb you," He said politely as he stood to leave.


"No! I didn't mean to be rude, just been a little out of it today," Duo gave him a winning grin. "I'm fine, thanks for asking. And yourself?"


The chocolate haired boy sat down once more, "I'm fine," At this point it would have been rude for him to leave, so they sat in awkward silence.


Unable to take it any longer, Duo started, "I'm Duo Maxwell, nice to meet you."


The young man put out a hand which Duo eagerly took, "I'm Heero Yuy, the feelings mutual." Duo smiled even larger, if possible, and though Heero didn't smile, he felt as if he gained something great by merely learning his name.


"Do you run often?"


"Nearly everyday."


"Really, I used to run everyday,"


"Hn, what made you stop?"


"Well life got a little hectic," Duo stopped and thought about this, he had enjoyed his daily run yet he had given it up because Norris claimed he needed him at home.


"How so?" Heero paused, "If you don't mind my asking . . ." His voice trailed off as he watched Duo's face.


Duo felt that he could be perfectly truthful with this man, though he couldn't tell him everything he could tell hims some, besides if he was repulsed so be it.

"Well, I am taking night classes and working, and now that my," Duo paused, did he really want to risk it? Then again he would most likely never see him again so what could it hurt. "Now that my boyfriend has a certain . . . condition . . ." Duo let his voice trail, Norris had made him promise not to tell any one he was pregnant and Duo wasn't about to break it.


"Hn," Was all that Heero replied, he didn't seem at all repulsed, merely intrigued. "Perhaps tomorrow you would like to run with me? We could meet up here again at say . . . 7 o'clock?"


Shocked, Duo found himself uttering a consent without actually thinking about it. Was this right? Should he be doing this, especially since he found himself attracted to this man? Well, he was allowed to have friends wasn't he? Why not, it wasn't Norris' business who he made friends with. Heero excused himself then and Duo felt himself standing up to leave as well. Well now he had something to look forward too . . .


~*~ Next Day ~*~


Heero glanced at his watch impatiently, his replacement was late and now he was going to be late to his . . . meeting with Duo. He didn't know why he had made that offer except he had been instantly attracted to the violet eyed boy. Perhaps it was his braid, and with that braid he seemed to be daring others to mock him; or his incredible, unique amethyst eyes; or maybe it was that gigantic infectious grin of his, but he had felt drawn to the young man the moment he met him and now he was going to be late to their first planned 'meeting.' He didn't dare call it a date, Duo already had a boyfriend. He was finally able to leave and headed straight to the park, not bothering to change . . . it was 7:20.


~*~ Duo ~*~


He had been such an idiot, he here was rushing to the park to meet someone who was just making fun of the little gay boy. He was probably watching him laughing right now. It hurt but he wasn't gonna let it get to him. He stood, fully prepared to run on his own, he took one last glance at his watch . . . 7:30. No way was he really coming, he was such a naive fool . . .


~*~ Heero ~*~


He rushed into the park almost certain that it would be too late, he was right. When he got to the bench it was empty. He cursed his job, his partner and the world in general. Why did he have to be late today? He growled at the darkening sky, seemingly reflecting his mood. He stared out at the park, searching for any signs of the braided Duo. And there, as if a gift from heaven, he was; running all alone through the park, a determined look on his face. He had a soft easy lope, which allowed Heero the opportunity to admire his great physique. Heero left to intercept him immediately, ready to go with a basket of excuses.


Duo watched him approach, not entirely sure what to expect, but one thing was for certain he wasn't going to stop, no matter what. If Heero wanted to talk he would have to keep up.


"Duo!" Heero called as he caught up to him, running awkwardly in his work clothes and shoes. Duo turned his head, in haughty acknowledgment "Look I am soo sorry, I tried to get here but work ran late," Duo slowed a little, in pity for Heero and his stomach. "I didn't mean for you to run alone, or to leave you here by yourself."


Duo continued his run, though he was beginning to feel nauseous again, "It's not that I mind you being late, not really. But does this happen often, couldn't you have given me some sort of notice? I really thought I was being stood up." Heero nodded, Duo was right, his partner was late a lot.


"Look I am sorry, and I realize this may sound rude, but could we try this again another night?" Duo tried to keep listening but his stomach was trying expel it's contents all over the place.


Yea that would make him excited to see me again, if I barf all over, Duo slowed to a walk. But too late, he ran for the nearest trash receptacle and lost his lunch. Heero watched in shock, and then he felt even more guilty. Here was Duo, obviously sick, and he had come anyway and he had been inconsiderately late. He walked over to the retching braided boy, and rubbed his back. Duo looked up in surprise as soon as he could.


He had expected Heero to leave, but once again he had proved him wrong. No, if this had been any normal person, he would've been right, but Heero wasn't ordinary. His legs felt shaky as he stood and he soon realized that they couldn't support him, of course this realization came a bit to late as he collapsed to the ground and the world went foggy.


Duo realized he was lying down on something soft, what could it be? He opened his eyes and realized he was lying in the lowered front seat of . .. Heero's car?


"Are you alright? You kinda passed out back there," Duo sat up groggily. "I wanted to take you home but I have no idea where you live . . ." Heero shrugged. "Are you alright?" His tone became worried at the lack of vocal response.


"Yea, thanks I am fine, just a bit under the weather, thats all," The rain that had been threatening all day finally fell, as if to compliment his comment. Duo checked his watch and swore.


"What's wrong?" Heero asked in concern.


"I'm really grateful for what you have done but I have to get going, it's late." Duo opened the car door and exited it shakily.


"Wait! Why don't I give you a ride home? You are too sick to be walking . . ." Duo looked around and then got back in the car.


"Thanks, I appreciate it," Duo grinned, "Or are you just trying to make up for being late?" He teased.


Heero felt guilty again, and his eyes dimmed somewhat slightly, Duo noticed.


"Oh come on I was joking, I don't really care. It's not a big deal," Duo grinned and looked into Heero's eyes. The air sizzled within the car, and after that both were silent.


Tsuzuku



Well, hmm they have met and I am sure many of you are guessing something already. Ah well, so I'm predictable. ." Life goes on, ne?


Yami~ It's a good thing that you are so surprised, right?


Du-Kun~ Hmm yes well it is a tad bit different from your fic, WHICH by the way you should continue . . . NOW! Sorry, had to get that out, thanks for the review!


Rei~ Thanks, I am glad you like it . . . uh oh, I wonder have you figured it out? Don't worry everyone will find out in hmm next couple chapters . . . I think


Emily Hato~ Yes . . . Norris . . . (Sorry your review sorta baffled me)


Neko Kage~ Thanks . . . I think. Interesting. Eh? At least it's not boring


WhiteWolfSearching~ It's my nice MPREG partner fan person . . . YAY! Okay, I can't wait for the rest of your next fic!