Konnichiwa, minna! I know this chapter looks much shorter, but if you look at the part of the chapter that just consisted of Domon and Rain admitting their love to each other, then they're just about the same length. The last chapter seemed longer because everybody had to realize who they loved, etc. I'm not trying to like rip C/S fans off or anything. This is the last chapter! But because I'm such a wonderful, lovely, nice -refrains from completing list- authoress, I have decided to write an epilogue. It's going to be a little way into the future and maybe I'll include everybody…I don't know yet. I'm going to try my best to post it before I leave for school (September 8), so cross your fingers. The next few days may get messy with preparations, though…
Disclaimer: If I owned G Gundam…this would probably be an episode because why would I be writing fanfiction?
Chibodee sat back down on the chair and put his head in his hands. I should've known. There was too much between them. It was good while it lasted, though. For some reason, though, that girl in his heart still hadn't left. I'm being silly. Just because she chose Domon, doesn't mean I'm going to suddenly forget about her… He sighed and leaned back.
Shirley watched Rain and Domon walked by happily from the confines of her room. Thank you, Domon. She grinned and stood up. My turn. She walked slowly out of the room and closed the door carefully behind her. Her heart raced and her adrenaline pumped. This could be my chance! I could finally get my Chibodee! Her smiled widened. It was unbelievable, really. To think she loved him. It just seemed so cliché for the Gundam fighter and his partner to fall in love. She knew they forged bonds that nobody else could replicate, but it was still almost laughable. She made her way deliberately into the kitchen, slowing down her pace to quiet her footsteps. We'll see if the cliché stands with us. She knew what he was feeling and hoped this meant he would let her in. As she neared the door, she became nervous. What if he didn't want to talk to her? What if he knew the truth and simply didn't want to be with her? What if he didn't want to give them a chance? Shirley shook her head. All of those scenarios could very well come true, but she had to believe she had a chance. She had to try. Otherwise, nothing mattered anymore. Shirley came to the room Chibodee was in and took a deep breath. She was slightly surprised, though not really, to find Chibodee with his head in his hands. He looked very down, and this depressed Shirley. What am I doing here? I have no place here. But it was too late to turn back; Chibodee had already spotted her. Shirley calmed her nerves and her pulse and jumped right in.
The light in the door suddenly disappeared and Chibodee looked up to find a body in the doorway. It stepped forward and he saw it was Shirley. "Hey, Shirley. What's up?"
"Obviously not you," she commented dryly.
"Yeah. Rain went with Domon. I should've known."
Shirley bent down and lifted his chin with her hand. "It's not the end of the world, you know. You can't help who you love, or when. If you're lucky, you'll find somebody else. Broken hearts can heal."
"Can they?"
I hope so… "Yes, they can."
"It'll take time, though, and who knows if I'll ever find somebody else."
"I'm sure you will. Now, come on. Let's get you outside for some fresh air. It'll help."
"No, I don't want to go outside."
"Alright, well, at least come out of this room."
"Ok…"
"Why don't you have a drink?" she asked when they entered the kitchen. She walked over to the refrigerator and pulled out two bottles of beer. "Here," she said, handing him one.
"Thanks," he nodded gratefully before he took a long sip. "Ah, nothin' like a good ol' beer for when you're down."
Shirley nodded with a smile, "You bet."
"Just a question. Why are you helping me anyway?"
"Because I know how you feel," she answered with a shrug.
"Really?" He raised an eyebrow.
"Yep. The one you love loves somebody else. The difference is that Rain noticed you."
"And the man you love doesn't?"
"Nope. Never has. And for all I know, he never will. I hope he does soon, though." She smiled at him. "Enough about me. You're the one with the hard day."
But Chibodee wanted to hear more about this mystery man. "He's American, I'm assuming. Because you didn't meet him here, right?"
"Oh yeah," she nodded, "He's definitely American. No, I didn't meet him here. I've known him for a while now."
"I see. Why haven't I met him?"
Shirley shrugged mysteriously. "I don't know."
Chibodee shook his head. "And why doesn't he notice you? Does he have a girlfriend or something?"
"Nope. Used to, but not anymore."
"Well, then, if I ever meet him, I'll show him a thing or two. No one messes with my team members!"
Shirley stifled a laugh, "I don't know about that."
"Why not?"
"He's a boxer." She winked at him.
"I'm a boxer."
"I know," she teased.
"I wanna meet this guy."
Shirley couldn't hold in her giggle this time. "Alright."
"What?"
"Nothing…"
"You don't want me to meet this guy?"
"I don't think you can."
"What do you mean?"
"Take a look, Chibodee, though I doubt you'll see him."
Chibodee sighed, "Shirley, what are you talking about?"
The smile was gone from Shirley's face. "It doesn't matter. Why do you care about my lovelife anyway?"
"Because if it concerns you, it concerns me."
"More than you realize," she muttered.
"What?" Chibodee asked. Both knew he heard her words.
"Never mind."
"Please tell me, Shirley."
"Try and guess. Chibodee, I don't see why this matters. This has been going on for a while. It's nothing new."
Chibodee had a feeling it was somebody he knew. "It has?" he asked, his voice going gentle.
"Yeah."
"Can you give me a hint?"
Shirley smiled slightly. "I think I'll take a chance and tell who exactly who."
Chibodee's eyebrows rose again. "Ok. I'm all ears."
Shirley walked up to him and stood on her tiptoes to whisper the name in his ear. "His name is…" she whispered huskily.
Chibodee felt his belly pool with warmth at the feeling of her hot breath on his ear.
Without warning, Shirley moved in front of him and pressed her lips gently to his. A moment passed and she stepped back. "There you go. That's who." Her eyes were sad, but she looked satisfied.
Chibodee brought his finger slowly to his lips and touched the tingling flesh. Wow. I never thought… It wasn't even like this with Rain. He stared deep into Shirley's eyes. She's the girl. How could I not see? The feeling in his stomach was enough to tell him the truth. He didn't even need to input the swelling of his heart into the equation. Chibodee reached out before his opportunity slipped away for good. "Shirley…" he murmured and kissed her hard.
More than a couple breathless minutes later, they pulled apart and Shirley grinned. "Oh, Chibodee."
"I'm sorry for being such an idiot, Shirley."
"Don't be," she shushed him. "I told you, we can't choose who we love."
"That's for sure," Chibodee chuckled.
Shirley put her arm around his waist, "Let's go out to eat. I think I saw bar a little ways out."
"An American bar or one of those silly Chinese ones?"
"American, of course!"
"Alright! Let's go!" Chibodee cheered eagerly.
The two walked out of the kitchen and out of the whole apartment arm in arm. Shirley leaned her head on his shoulder. She finally had him, and she wasn't about to let him go. He's mine now, she smirked.
Chibodee possessively clutched tighter as they passed the threshold into the busier part of town. It was just about the right time for the guys to come out, looking for a suitable girl to hang with for the night. But they wouldn't be hanging with his Shirley. My Shirley. He could now see the face of the girl that was in his heart. It seemed almost silly that he had even considered that it was Rain. For a time it was, but I should've been able to see the change. Oh well, none of mattered. He had his true girlfriend now and he was holding on tight.
When they reached the bar, Chibodee was pleased to find it was a popular nightspot. He ordered them two beers. After the barkeeper slid the mugs down to them, Chibodee took a long sip and grinned at Shirley. "I love you, Shirley." He leaned forward and kissed her.
When they came apart, Shirley grinned and took her own long sip. "I love you, too, Chibodee. Now it's my turn." She leaned forward this time and kissed him even harder.
It became a game that lasted for three beers. Shirley then took Chibodee's arm and pulled him off his seat at the counter. "Come on, time to get going."
Chibodee nodded with a silly grin, "As long as I get to go with you."
Shirley laughed and hugged him before pulling on his hand.
Chibodee slapped some money on the table and allowed Shirley to walk him away. He felt warm inside and marveled at the way his hand fit in Shirley's so well. He had finally found his match.
So…what did you guys think? Which did you like better? The C/S ending or the D/R ending? Just curious. I personally liked the D/R ending, but that's just me.
Personal Reviews:
Spunky the Hamster I'm sorry, but unfortunately (I can declare it now!) I'm a diehard D/R C/S fan… I'm really glad you still think it turned out alright. Thanks for reviewing!
The Notorious Cat Yes, I admit it, you won. –takes out tranquilizer gun- MWAHAHAHAHAHAHA! It was fun to keep you going on the C/R idea for a bit though. Thanks for reviewing!
Kay-san1(ShinomoriMiyu Was this chapter just as good as the last? Thanks! Best G Gundam fic ever, huh? -feels special- There's even gonna be an epilogue too now! Yay! Thanks for reviewing!
ABeautifulDisgrace I know, I totally agree! It was fun to keep it C/R for a bit, but of course it must end D/R. It just has to. Did you get my reviews for your story? I think it's really good! Keep up the good work and I look forward to the next chapter! Thanks for reviewing!
RurouniMarionu Exactly. They're fun to imagine, but D/R is sooo much better, ne? Thanks for reviewing!
AnimeManiac09 I know, but it was intended to be a fairly short fic. I'll try to write another G Gundam fic, though. I have some ideas, but I may not be able to post a new story for a while. Keep your eyes open; you may get lucky. I'm glad you loved it! I loved it too! There's still an epilogue on the way, though! Thanks for reviewing!
MysticalElfGoddess I agree. Everybody should respect their own writing, and everybody else's for that matter… Then we'd have a happy world and no flames, ne? I suppose then we'd be thrown in an Ice Age… What do you think? How was my C/S finish? They'll definitely be in the epilogue. Thanks for reviewing!
