A/N: Sadly, I do not own G-Gundam nor any of the characters mentioned. Though I would LOVE to have a Domon plushie to cuddle at night…

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Once Was Not Enough

Chapter 1: I Only Want to Be With You
By: ABeautifulDisgrace a.k.a. Jamie

The sun had long ago dipped below the horizon and the moon had slowly climbed to take its place in the heavens to rule for the night. The day had been extremely hot and humid, but night brought with her the cool caress of a breeze. Stars began to glitter in the velvety blue sky like children first waking up from a nap. They were dim, then seemed to catch afire, burning brightly in vast astrological patterns in the wake of the full moon.

Rain Mikamura smiled and sighed contently, watching the sky from her sitting position in the palm of Burning Gundam's outstretched hand. She loved being able to spend time on Earth, for everything always seemed more realistic to her. Everything was natural and lacked total scientific creation. With her father's talents and with her duty as the partner of Neo-Japan's fighter, Rain had hardly spent a day without being surrounded by all sorts of technology and inventions. The war against the Dark Gundam was still freshly won and would always be very tender in her memory. It was only three months later and Rain still shuddered at the recollection of the Dark Gundam Cells as they had froze her into a mechanical state. She shook her head then swiveled around to glance up at the helmet of Burning Gundam. It was beautiful and completely rebuilt. After the battle with the Dark Gundam, it was by pure luck and determination that it had held together through those last moments. Soon after her rescue, Rain had set up her tools and such in order to repair Burning Gundam, despite her own condition.

Rain's smile grew wider as she thought about her rescue. It was when she had completely gave herself over to the Dark Gundam Cells that Domon Kasshuu had finally decided to use his heart instead of his brain. He had quickly removed himself from the safety of Burning Gundam's cockpit and had blurted out his long-felt feelings for her, completely begging for her return. She had rebelled at first, then the ice around her heart had melted, releasing her from the spell that the Dark Gundam had put upon her. The look of relief and love upon Domon's face as she fell into his arms would always stay with her, forever etched upon her memory. And together, they had defeated the Dark Gundam and finally realized the mutual feelings that sparked between them. But despite this alteration, things still weren't exactly changed. It had only been three months and Rain had to constantly remind herself that a relationship couldn't just explode into full bloom within so little of time. Well, not with Domon Kasshuu, she thought, turning her head back toward the stars. At least, with someone else, it would have gone somewhere. But I will never love any other anywhere close to how I love Domon…and even if we don't end up together…I would rather be alone. Besides, I could go back to school… Rain immediately ceased her train of thought and slumped her head into her palm, digging her fingers into her hairline. She had to admit, she'd never been happier than now since their childhood together. Oh, Domon, her heart cried out, why do I love you so?

I don't know what it is that makes me love you so

I only know I never want to let you go

'Cause you've started something

Oh, can't you see?

That ever since we met

You've had a hold on me

It happens to be true

I only want to be with you

After their safe return, Domon had urged that they visit Earth and Rain had all-too-eagerly agreed. Earth had turned into a battleground and nothing else. It had been past time to erase that title and allow it to repopulate and return to its original days when it was full of life and color. Sure, there would still be Gundam fights, but they would be properly regulated in order to preserve Earth and the great cities that dominated it. They had stopped at a random city and now were currently spending most of their time in a hangar. Rain had demanded that she attend to Burning Gundam's repairs, despite her own fragile condition, and after arguing with her for quite a few days, Domon had finally given in. But he kept a close eye on her and it always made Rain both nervous and amused.

Today, he had met up with the other Gundam pilots. In the three months since the great battle, they hadn't seen each other, for all had gone back to repairing their lives and their homelands. Marie-Louise was to be married to George, Chibodee was off celebrating with his leading ladies, Argo and Natasha were off sailing the sea of space searching for new adventures, Sai Saichi was remodeling the temple while keeping in touch with a fair beauty of his own, and there was no news of Allenby. After the battle, she had fled off alone and not a word from her has been heard since. Rain knew that this worried Domon, but they both understood that Allenby could take care of herself and knew that as long as she was away form the effects of the Berserker system, she would be fine. A few days ago, Domon had received a call from Chibodee and had made plans to meet up with the guys in order to celebrate their freedom and catch up on things. Each of the girls had plans and had decided to allow them time to themselves.

Satisfied with her repairs, Rain packed up her tools and leapt down to the ground, packing them away upon their main work table. Despite that she and Domon had been spending a lot of quality time together, Rain felt an emptiness inside her that she knew deep down would never heal. The loss of her father had been great, despite the anger that she still felt toward him for his deception. He had used her as a pawn for his own greed and she would never forgive him for that, but he was her father and in the end, he had done the right thing. Tears burned in the back of Rain's eyes, but she quickly pushed them back as she left the hangar, the main door that was the Gundam's only exit closing behind her. She headed down the long hall that lead to the rooms given to those who had their Gundams stationed here, her feet dragging noisily beneath her and her posture long lost. The rooms were small, but they accommodated the Gundam fighters and their teammates decently. For Domon and Rain, they had two beds, a small kitchen, a bathroom, and a small living area that had a couch, a T.V., and a coffee table smothered by magazines with Domon's picture on the front cover. Sorrow forgotten for the moment, Rain grabbed a change of clothes and headed toward the bathroom, using the time she had alone to relax in a long, hot bath. Domon would return soon and she wanted to be clean and rid of grease when he walked into the door. She couldn't wait to show him Burning Gundam. Despite that Domon was keeping a close eye on her, he didn't really take the time to pay attention to the Gundam's repairs. Rain smiled at this and shook her head as she sunk into the hot water, nearly purring with delight. She soon ducked under the surface, all the while fidgeting with anticipation for Domon's arrival, memories of their first and only kiss ricocheting through her memory. He had kissed her recklessly after rescuing her, sweeping her off her feet with a promise she had not yet received.

It doesn't matter where you go or what you do

I want to spend each moment of the day with you

Oh, look what has happened with just one kiss

I never knew that I could be in love like this

It's crazy, but it's true

I only want to be with you

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Lyrics from "I Only Want to Be With You" by Dusty Springfield

A/N: I don't know exactly where this is going, but I have an idea. And no, there are no hints in this chapter. Just felt like writing and this is what I ended up with! But I do believe I'm going to do something rather cliché. Read and review, pretty please!