Disclaimers: Not mine, not even going to dream that they are mine. Just took them out for a spin, did a little torture and returned them home nice and slightly tortured.

Warnings: Waaaaaaaaay too much sap in this one. General warnings such as OOCs, shounen ai, slightly more graphic dreams and pre lemons that Tsu is used to writing. But don't worry, Tsu still doesn't write lemons.

A/N: This a fusion with a yaoi manga that I picked up called 'Colors'. Some parts are reflective of the manga, others are just me putting things in. Hehehe, I promised myself no fusion fics, but I couldn't help it. Even I got hyperglycaemia from reading it. Too sweet, toooo sweet. Perhaps someone who has read this can tell me if I am infringing anything by writing how I did.

Letters Back Home

Part 5

Hilde

I deleted that mail of yours. Can I have those links again?

Duo

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"Duo, here comes the aeroplaaaaane," Heero grinned, bringing a speared baby octopus closer to Duo's open mouth. "Aaaaaah…"

Duo opened his mouth obediently and bit on the morsel of food fed by Heero. He ignored the gasps from his classmates. Someone dropped a fork in shock but they should be used to these kinds of things by now. After all, they have been doing super mushy things like that for a few months now. Ever since that pivotal moment when they first kissed, their relationship had changed. It had become richer, more satisfying both of them. It was as if a little closed door within their hearts had been opened and they started accepting more contact, feeling more emotions, being more human.

"How was it?" Heero asked expectantly.

Duo chewed carefully, forgetting for a moment that it was something with eight legs with suckers attached to all of them. It was made of Heero's hands and whatever the hell it was, it was delicious. "Hmm, very good."

"Really?" A wide smile creased Heero's lips, wider than anyone besides Duo had ever witnessed. Another shocked gasp rippled through the room.

"I would never lie," Duo tilted his head, smiling brilliantly back at his boyfriend. It was a smile that melted all the girls' heart within the room and caused the boys to cringe.

"This is the first time I made this," the Japanese dished out a rice ball and fed it to Duo.

"Really? Wow, Heero, you sure turned into a gourmet chef," Duo chewed carefully. "You are going to make me fat."

Heero's eyes ran down Duo's body rather seductively. "No chance in that." He took a bite of food for himself.

Not too far away, three figures sat, staring at the enfolding scene.

"What the hell is that?" Wu Fei asked, unsure whether to be disgusted at the display or touched by the obvious devotion the two had for each other.

Trowa hid a smile behind his hand but amusement glimmered in his one visible green eye.

"They seem to be progressing rather well, aren't they?" Quatre chuckled, leaning against Trowa's chair.

"More like speeding through it," Wu Fei contradicted with a huff, crossing his arms over his chest.

"What's your problem?" Mei Lan sauntered over, poking her boyfriend in the shoulder. She gestured toward the couple, still feeding each other in full view of all the others in the room without a care of what it looked to their classmates. "That is the sweetest thing in the whole world?"

"Oh Duo, you messy eater," Heero admonished, hooking a hand behind Duo's neck and pulling him closer. "You have a grain on rice on your cheek."

"Really?" Duo's tongue darted out to lick it away but missed the spot.

Heero sighed affectionately. "Come, let me." He leaned in, his own tongue darting out, licking the offending grain of rice from the corner of Duo's lips. "There all done."

"Gaaaaaah," Wu Fei yelped, grabbing his chest. "What the hell are they doing?"

Quatre was reduced to spluttering helplessly as already huge aquamarine eyes proceeded to get even huger. Even the normally expressionless Trowa started forward, a small sound of surprise stuck in his throat and coming out like a whimper.

Mei Lan however, was swooning. "That is soooooo cute!" She gushed much to the disgust of the guys around her.

The males of the group exchanged looks of agreement, their head nodding once before they headed toward the group in determination.

Meanwhile, Duo was still ignorant that they were going to be descended upon. "Thanks, Heero. Hey," he pointed. "You have something on your face too!"

"Really?" Heero beamed. "Get it off for me?" He pushed his cheek toward Duo, fully expecting his boyfriend to utilise similar methods as he had earlier.

Duo grinned mischievously. He moved closer toward the lonely white grain sitting on Heero's cheek, his tongue darting out. He was a hair's breath away from that grain when he felt someone grabbing his braid, pulling him away.

"That's it," Wu Fei declared.

"Yes," Trowa nodded, standing a little off to the side of the Chinese. "We understand that both of you are deeply in love…"

"…But this is a public place," Quatre piped in, his arms in a vice like grip around Heero. "And…"

"…We forbid such further displays," Wu Fei continued.

"Therefore," all three chimed together. "We are imposing a lunchtime separation penalty."

The two were pulled away from each other rather forcefully to opposite sides of the room.

"Heeeeeero!" Duo yelled, stretching out his hand, reaching for the other boy.

"Duuuuoooo!" Heero called out in unison, mirroring his boyfriend's movements.

"Noooo….." They cried together much to the amusement of the rest of the class.

"Romeo, Romeo, where fore art thou Romeo," Mariemaiea parodied with a dramatic sweep of her hand.

Duo struggled in Wu Fei's grip. "Hey, what do you think you are doing?" He broke free, straightening his clothes.

"Isn't it obvious?" Wu Fei complained. "It was really annoying seeing the two of you."

"Aaaah, I know. You guys are just jealous," Duo crossed his arms over his chest, pouting. He got a slap on the back of his head for his efforts.

"You're seriously demented!" Wu Fei grouched. "Hey… Duo…"

"Hmm?"

"Are you two serious?" The Chinese boy felt like an older brother looking out for his younger sibling.

Duo's forehead furrowed in a confused frown. "About?"

"The relationship."

"What about it?" The American looked utterly perplexed.

Wu Fei flushed. "What I am asking is, are you guys looking out to have sex? Are you two going to have that kind of relationship?"

Sex… that word seemed to echo in the hallway, getting louder and louder, blocking out all other noises Duo could hear. He probably looked like a ripe tomato now. He turned abruptly. "No, not yet."

"Aaah, that's good news," Wu Fei felt a little relieved. It was after Duo walked away did he realise what the other boy had said. "Hey, what do you mean by not yet?" He yelled after his friend but by now, he was gone.

Duo was seething as he climbed the stairs up to the roof. It was his sanctuary and not many people knew to find him there. Those guys were starting to annoy him. While he was glad they cared for him enough to be concerned but all this constant butting in was taking its toll. They, especially Wu Fei acted like Heero was going to rape him or something. Maybe Duo wanted Heero to rape him.

Aack, Duo clamped his hands over his ears. He didn't mean to think that. Really he didn't! But he couldn't deny the fact the thought of making love to Heero wasn't getting more dominant day by day. He wondered at it, how they would do it. What would happen and how it would feel. Even when they touched, Duo felt something warm flowing through him. They desired each other increasingly the more they touched, the more they were around each other. He felt empty, barren, desolate when Heero wasn't around.

He had told Heero once that being with the Japanese was like finding his other hand in the dark. But now he wanted more, he needed more. He wanted Heero to touch him more, to let this intense warmth fill his entire being forever more.

His arm was grabbed from behind but he felt no shock. He already knew who it was. Only one person would be able to find him here.

"Hello, Heero," Duo smiled, pulling the other boy into a tight embrace.

Heero traced Duo's lips with the tips of his fingers. "Got ya!" He whispered softly.

All too soon, they were both tangled into a passionate kiss, the American's fingers running through warm chocolate hued strands of hair while Heero possessively gripping the long chestnut hair. With each kiss, their desire heightened and soon, it wasn't going to be able to be ignored. Even now, it was making its presence known.

A loud bell rang, signalling the end of lunch period and the two pulled apart reluctantly. Heero smiled at his boyfriend's kiss bruised lips, passion ever present in his Prussian eyes. There was also a trace of disappointment and a large amount of resentment written in them.

"I would appreciate one day where we are not always rudely interrupted," he declared and Duo couldn't help but agree.

Yes, he was ready to take their relationship to the next level. But would they be able to? It just seemed that something in the grand design was stopping them. Each suppressed a sigh as they returned to class.

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Hilde

Pictures and positions aren't enough. I need step by step instructions!

Tell mom and dad and I promise you that you will die a most horrible death ever! Before I burn all your yaoi mangas.

Duo

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Duo had been pacing in front of the book shop for almost ten minutes now. He didn't know what to do or what to say even if he went in. It was a book shop around the school and he had gotten pretty friendly with the owner earlier on. That made things rather difficult now. He knew in those shelves there were the references he needed but how was he going to get to them unscathed and unquestioned? If he wasn't careful, he would be tied to a chair and given the third degree like there was no tomorrow.

Howard might even gang up on him by getting the Three Muskrats into the questioning. He would never hear the end of it, especially Quatre. That blond had a thing about wanting to know everything Heero and Duo did, particularly the mushier portions. There was a time where Quatre had wanted him to record down the times when Heero had initiated a kiss. He scared Duo most of the time. But one thing good came from that little experiment, Duo found out that there wasn't any place where Heero wouldn't pounce on him.

A small smile lingered when he realised that he didn't mind being pounced on at all. At least Heero was able to work on his tackling, which in the end benefited the football team, though Heero never really tackled his opponents quite so gently.

But all these thoughts didn't solve his current problems. He still needed to march in there to find out the books he needed.

"Come on, Maxwell, stop being a coward," he admonished himself. "Suck it up, be a man!" He nodded in determination. Yes, he would do it.

He stalked through the doorway before his could think on his actions, the bell suspended over the door tinkling merrily.

"Duo, my boy," Howard greeted from behind the counter.

Duo waved weakly at the middle aged man, wondering how Howard could hear the soft tinkle of the bell above his own bright Hawaii shirt. He was also sporting the darkest pair of sunglasses known to mankind. Perhaps the man had a highly developed sense of smell.

"What can I do you for?" Howard asked.

There's only one person I want to do, Duo thought wickedly. "Erm, I'll help myself."

"Sure thing, boy," Howard settled down behind the counter again, fiddling with God knows what.

Duo cast a surreptitious glance at Howard, making sure he was properly occupied before sauntering down the many aisles. His eyes searched frantically for the section he knew was there. After all, Howard boasted at having a book for everything. Would he have the books Duo needed? Duo swore, if he could find it, he would definitely advertise for Howard as having the most well stocked book shop in Sanc.

"Where the hell is it?" Duo cursed under his breath after coming up blank despite searching through four aisles and eight shelves packed with books. There was even a section for tickling fish, but none for what Duo wanted. This was ridiculous. He was just fortunate that there wasn't anyone else around.

"Kid, do you need any help?" Howard's voice wafted through the shop.

"Uh… no!" Duo assured the man quickly. "I'm fine."

The things I do for Heero Yuy, Duo thought, quite disgusted with himself.

Suddenly, Howard's head poked in. "Are you sure? Did you find what you wanted?"

Duo jumped, falling against the stacks. "Ye… yeah. I'm real good," he stuttered nervously. He turned and started picking up books randomly from the shelf in front of him. "Look, found it!"

Howard gave him a queer look before shrugging and walking away. He was heard to mutter, "Kids these days," before disappearing.

The braided teen peered around making sure Howard was gone. He heaved a sigh of relief once the coast was clear. He hugged the books he took as a shield from further interference from Howard. It took him another two aisles before he found what he was looking for. His expression brightened immediately and began pulling books out from the shelves. Yes, these were what he needed. Once he was satisfied with his collection, he was faced with another dilemma. How was he going to pay for these? How was he going to pay Howard for these, to be more accurate?

He clamped the books tightly to him, hiding some against his uniform with trying to obscure the rest with his arms and marched resolutely to the counter.

"Is that all, kid?" Howard got up from his seat. "Let me check those out for you."

"No!" Duo protested, clamping harder on his books. He fumbled for his wallet and took out fifty dollars. "This should cover it."

Howard studied the cash and then the boy. "Let me see them, Duo."

"It should…" Duo started.

"Before I have you arrested for shoplifting," the older man extended his arm.

With a resigned exhalation of breath, Duo pushed the books toward the man. Howard quirked an eyebrow at the teen as started sorting through the braided boy's selections. It was only then Duo realised what books he had initially picked off the shelves. He ears started turning a healthy pink as things went worse from there.

"The History of Chastity Belts," Howard said monotonously. "Dear God, It's Me Margaret, Periods: What You Should Know? You read some weird shit, Duo."

"It's for… a project."

Howard lifted the next book and grinned wickedly. "For these as well? Gay Sex for Dummies, 1,2,3 of Gay Love, Boys on Boys on Books…"

Duo quickly covered the titles, sweeping them off the counter and bolted for the door. "The fifty should cover it." He was never going to be able to come back here again! Heero had better be grateful for what happened today.

"Hey kid," Howard called out with barely suppressed laughter. "You're going to need these."

Duo turned and caught a packet of something. "Thank you," he muttered before rushing out of the door. He didn't stop running until he reached a small garden with a couple of large trees in it. It was the garden adjacent to the school. Most students used it as a 'make out' area. He knew most of the trees and its branches rather intimately by now.

He slumped against the trunk, sliding to the ground in a tired, stressed heap. It was then he opened his hand, looking to see what Howard had given him. Though deeply embarrassed by the whole ordeal, he had to shudder, wondering just exactly what Howard was going to do with these. He dropped them to the ground, rubbing his hand on his pants before stuffing the books safely into his bag. Treat this like an assignment. Research was absolutely necessary.

But he had one burning question: What was Howard doing with condoms?

XXxxXX

No Hilde, stop asking, you are never borrowing them. Leave me alone, I need to study.

tbc…

Next up, their first time. But let Duo do some research first. As he said, research was absolutely necessary. For those of you who are used to Tsu's writing, you should now that there isn't any yummy lemon coming up but there will be some action prior to the actual lemon… And what is it, well, you guys would just have to wait, ne?