Reverse Effects
It's C.E. 92, twenty-one years since Kira Yamato and his five friends were dragged into the war between Coordinators and Naturals. Life has changed for the better, though. Treaties were signed on all three sides - the Earth Alliance, ZAFT, and Orb. Now there are new generations of coordinators, naturals, and the like. Rumors are spreading fast that ZAFT and the EA are creating weapons using neutron jammer cancellers. Kira and Lacus's daughter, Brendy, runs into a ZAFT soldier - Kesler - one day while walking along the beach. Little did they know that one day their lives would be thrown together once again - and in the worse way possible.
AN: I do not take any credit for the original plot or characters from Gundam Seed. However, this fanfic and my characters are copyright to me, Lithian.
Chapter One
It was early Thursday morning, when the sun glared in through Brendy's room, causing her to slowly wake up. Her dark pink - almost reddish - hair fell on her face, bangs covering most of her eyes. Granted, spring had come, but there was still an edge from winter. And plus, it didn't help she had her window open. She had been about to pull the covers up over her head so she could get a bit more sleep, but then the communication screen flashed up on her wall, catching her off guard.
" Brendy, breakfast is done." Lacus said with a smile in her usual manner. Her hair was still very pink, and very long.
The girl grumbled but sat up, rubbing her eyes sleepily. Stepping out of bed only in panties and a short white tank-top, she eyed the communication screen and then the TV screen. With a yawn she turned on the TV, the news popping up immediately. In all truth, Brendy was a docile girl but she did have her rather.. wild side. She knew how her father and mother felt about the wars and politics, and usually she felt the same. But when stories of 0071 were brought up she was like a Christmas tree that had just been lit on fire.
In her private bathroom, she could hear the news caster clearly. "..and there have been pictures surfacing about mobile suits being created by ZAFT.."
That was enough to make Brendy jet out of the bathroom and watch the screen as pictures flashed before her eyes. She stared in awe for a moment before she realized what time it was, the clock on her wall catching a deadly beam of sunlight and reflecting onto a picture that Brendy had on her nightstand.
About fifteen minutes later, she was showered and dressed in her jeans and long sleeved shirt. Lacus had realized that her daughter was going to be late, and not have enough time to eat, so she was standing at the bottom of the stairs with Brendy's car keys and a breakfast bar. She had also set up the girl's book bag by the entrance to their home.
Taking the food and keys from her mother, she gave a smile that was identical to Lacus's and said a quick 'see ya!' before grabbing her bag and pushing a button so the front door would slide open. She knew where her father was, and she knew where the rest of her family's friends were as well.
Some-what long hair was pulled back into a ponytail, waving as she jogged down the side-walk to where she was allowed the park her car. When she finally was settled inside the sleek car she took a bite out of the breakfast bar, munching happily. Well - she was awake now if she hadn't been earlier. School wasn't too far away but for Brendy it was too far to walk. Pulling through the gates she showed the guards her ID and then parked her car where the juniors were allowed.
Running up the stairs of the school, she almost bumped into Thal, Mir and Dearkas' son. The boy was the spitting image of his father, even personality wise.
"Jeeze Bren, watch where you're walking." He grinned. The girl rolled her eyes and walked at his side, "Elthmen maybe you should watch where you put your hands." Angrily Brendy's brow furrowed.
The pervert was acting like his usual self, groping her rear.
Shoving him away she gave a heavy sigh, looked to the closed door of her classroom, and then stared at the floor. I have no desire to be here right now, She thought.
Meanwhile, in the PLANTs at Sextilis...
Kesler Mannin was, in all essence, annoyed. He had the day off, so he was not wearing his red elite ZAFT uniform as he sat in the living room of his parents' home.
"What! Arranged marriages.. they haven't done those since 0080!" He narrowed his handsome blue eyes and stared at both his mother and father. It was true. Those type of set-ups had been rare ever since C.E. 80 only because none saw the need for them anymore. The wars were over, ta da.
But chairman Mannin knew better and had arranged a marriage for his son to the daughter of chairman Yetha, Mari Yetha. It wasn't like they didn't know each other. At many of the ZAFT dinner events they would run into each other. Kesler knew he did not like Mari in the manner of a wife. No, that situation would never work out for the better of the PLANTs.
Chairman Mannin stared hard at his son, "True. But you are now engaged and should act as such from now on." He stood, tall and proud in his uniform, and then exited their large mansion without a goodbye to either his wife or son.
Running a hand over the back of his neck he turned to look at his mom, wondering if she had any say in this at all. She could not look at him though, which he took as that she had no power over the issue. Kesler growled and stalked off toward the door, but halted when he saw Tae jogging toward him, metal nails clinking on the hardwood floor.
Tae was a robotic canine that had been created by Athrun Zala - who had given it to Kesler for a birthday present a few years back. Just like Kira's Birdie, Tae looked much like a dog and was able to do most anything a real dog could.
With a sigh Kesler grabbed his card and slipped out of the house with a quick "Bye!" to his mother. Tae followed after him, since the dog practically went everywhere with him. Getting in his dark blue truck, he inserted the card into the data screen. Immediately his statistics flashed on the screen, which also allowed him to drive his truck and pay for random items which he would need. Tae hopped onto the seat next to him and stared out the window, ears perked forward.
He wanted to go see Sirka so he could vent. Sirka was a ZAFT elite like himself, and also had the day off. Switching from radio format to telephone he drove out of the gates that allowed passage into his home, "Call Sirka." And in a flash Sirka's picture popped on the screen, phone number and other random info next to it. When he finally picked up the screen changed to Sirka blinking his green eyes and arching a black eyebrow.
"Yeah, whatcha want Kesler?" He had obviously been sleeping, since his voice was so lacking in energy as were his facial expressions.
"I'm coming over. See you in a bit." Kesler huffed and was about to end the conversation but Sirka stopped him with a sudden wide-eyed and nervous expression.
"C-Can't you come over later?" He looked behind him at something and then back at the screen. Amused Kesler looked over to Tae who cocked his head in slight confusion.
"What're you up to Sirka Cavess?" A wicked grin spread across his face as he waited for his friend to answer.
Behind Sirka there was a sudden movement, and then sunlight beamed in through the large window, the curtains having been drawn back by a girl with bright blonde hair and only a sheet wrapped around her. Kesler's expression changed from wicked to surprised, almost wanting to laugh himself off the side of the road. Sirka dropped his head, and after a few moments he looked back to the screen. "What of it Kesler? Hah. At least I am-"
"OKAY! I don't want to hear the rest of that statement. I'm almost at your house, so you and your little friend better be prepared." He winked with a grin and then ended the call, finally able to laugh hysterically.
About ten minutes later he turned the corner, and parked in front of Sirka's home. Or rather, his parents since Sirka was only seventeen. Getting out, he allowed Tae to follow and then pressed the intercom button, "Oh Sirka my boy, guess whoooo." Laughing he stepped back, waiting for a sarcastic reply from either he or the girl he had slept with.
Sirka huffed over the intercom, "Fine Mannin, come in." The door swished open, allowing the coordinator and canine-robot into the house. Coming down the steps was Sirka, slipping a gray t-shirt over his head and trying to fix his unruly short black hair before he eyed Kesler. "So what did you want to vent about?"
Ah yes, it seemed they knew each other too well. Tae went off to find Sirka's cat while the humans went into the living room. "Oh, just an arranged marriage for Mari Yetha and I." His voice was sarcastic but his eyes were burning, clearly stating this may take a while.
Back in Orb...
Brendy, Thal, Alia, and Zechuri were all placed within Brendy's small car, heading back to her house like they had ever since they were kids. Thal had his window down and was watching the buildings pass by while his dirty-blonde hair began to get ruffled in the air that was entering the car. Sitting behind him was Zechuri, who had his headphones on and was off in his own little world. Out of the four friends he was the most distant. But - he was always there for each of them. As the air pressed on his face he looked up, bright gray eyes eyeing Thal. "Close the stupid window would you."
All he did was laugh in response to his friend, not planning on putting up the window. Brendy knew that if Thal didn't close the window, though, that Zech would probably get pissy and end up breaking something in her house. Pushing the button that closed and locked his window Brendy could see Alia in the back, laughing silently. She smiled in response to the laugh and then to the look she got from Thal.
Not much later she parked her car and everyone exited with a stretch. Leaving their stuff in her car Thal, Alia, and Zechuri looked to her almost pathetically. "So... we still walking down to the shore?" Alia asked shyly, her auburn hair swaying back and forth in the light breeze which had picked up not to long ago. Every Friday they went to the shore where the ArchAngel, Freedom, Justice, and Eternal were all kept. The walk was good exercise, and Brendy always pushed that excuse when the three looked so pathetic.
With an exasperated sigh, Thal gave up as did Alia and Zechuri. Brendy adored her father and the children at the orphanage where Lacus also helps so she took every chance she could get to go and see them.
New Earth Alliance Headquarters...
The EA head council had gathered for a meeting, each member sitting around the long oval table. Sitting at the head was Winrigh Aldem, her strong brown eyes fixed on the screen that was flickering in the center of the table. Pictures taken from Ralidom the newest ZAFT space colony were showing new mobile suits being unloaded from transport shuttles into the colony. When she explained to the chair members what they were looking at - each gasped in anger.
"And a source has told us that there has been word going around the ZAFT military that they are planning an attack here.." Aldem said, the lights turning back so everyone could be seen clearly. Her short black hair made her look young, around 20, but she was truly thirty. (...anyway :3)
"Do not forget what happened at Alaska in 0071. We cannot let that happen again. And we will not fall to such petty tactics to get rid of their soldiers." Everyone nodded in agreement with her.
Continuing from Sextilis...
By the time Kesler had finished, Sirka's lady friend had left and he had made himself breakfast. He was lucky that his mother was out of town. Stretched out on the couch, Kesler looked at the ceiling and then to his friend. "I'm not marrying that kid, Sirka." He huffed and fixated his gaze somewhere else.
Sirka just nodded, not really listening anymore. Tae had found the cat a while back and was sitting, just staring at its sleeping body. After silence had begun to make his ears sting Kesler sat up and looked to Sirka, who was reading. Rolling his blue eyes he threw a small and furry cat toy at his friend. Cavess looked up, agitated.
"So, you heard about our division getting new mobile suits?" His voice had turned serious as had his facial expression.
Sirka blinked, "Yeah but I thought it was just a rumor.." His friend shook his head, crossing his arms over his chest.
"No. I heard my father and chairman Mokusshi talking about it the other day," He paused briefly - realizing what would come of this if the EA found out, "I have no ambition to fight in a war Sirka.."
Sirka nodded in agreement. Little did they know, that the Earth Alliance was already preparing plans for new battleships and mobile suits.
Now to the orphanage...
Walking along the shoreline were the four friends, finally reaching their destination at sunset. Playing outside of a cabin-looking home were three small children, each only about four or five. Lacus and Kira emerged from the cabin, drinks for the children in hands. Kira was still as good looking as he had been when he was younger. "Hi dad." Brendy said with a smile, that - when he saw it - made Zechuri's heart jump a bit. After talking for a bit outside they all eventually made their way in, where and aged Malchior sat, listening to the ocean from the open window. He greeted them with a dim hello and each bowed, for he was highly respected by them all.
The TV was on, and the two older children who were nine and eleven were watching some old music videos and live concerts of Lacus. Even though her mother was no longer a pop star, her music was still enjoyed all over. Then there was a news flash down at the bottom of the screen and everyone gathered, watching the scrolling words. It is definite that ZAFT are creating mobile suits. The EA is asking that all citizens of the earth alliance are not to worry. They will handle this peacefully. Kira looked up to Lacus who was frowning slightly.
"Well.. we can only hope that they truly mean 'peacefully.'" Her knee-length white dress swayed a bit as air crept through open windows and the open door.
"I wonder what Cagalli and Athrun have to say about this." Kira said, looking down at the wooden floorboards.
Brendy watched her parents, blinking her lavender eyes innocently. She only knew that Cagalli was her aunt and that she was the head representative of Orb. It was also true that she and Athrun had gotten married three years before her own parents had, but they still had no children. Her aunt always said she would not be a good mother - especially since she had high duties to her country. Everyone accepted this, but Athrun had also explained to her that she would need a successor if something ever happened again like... Kaguya.
Sitting in a corner, observing everyone, was Zechuri. Thal could see him from the corner of his eye and sort of watched him until he saw Zech's silver eyes land on his own. Zechuri always creped Thal out, but he didn't know why.
"Lacus, you and I should go to see Cagalli and Athrun.." Kira said.
Lacus nodded and then turned to look at Brendy with a smile, "You all should go home now, it's getting rather late." Each sighed, for they knew that the walk would be long and in the dark - cold. Once good-byes and such were said, each headed off on their own ways. Kira and Lacus towards Orb's headquarters and the children back to Brendy's house.
On the way home, Alia looked up at the sky and then in front of her as she walked, "Do you think there'll be another war, guys?" Thal turned to blink at her, as if he hadn't heard her right or something. Brendy and Zechuri shrugged.
"I hope not.." Thal said, kind of depressed after what had been on the news.
About twenty minutes later they reached Brendy's house, grabbed their things, and waved goodbye to one-another. Zechuri paused and then turned around, looking at Brendy, "Hey you think you could help me study for that galocryptic math crap?" He smirked. Zech was truly a smart kid, but he had to play dumb.. for the sake of his life, anyway.
Brendy rolled her eyes and nodded. "Sure, c'mon in I'm freezing out here." As they stepped into the semi-warm house, each yawned and then blamed the other for simultaneously causing the other to yawn. Then Brendy laughed and headed into the kitchen. "Grab your stuff." Both sitting at the table, Brendy began to help Zechuri with his 'math crap' while the boy watched her, in a sort of daze.
AN: So I edited it for ya'll. Hope it's better than before! Please reviiieeew )