My Only Peace

Ch. 9- My Savior

"When all hope leaves my body,
I'm only left with you in my heart."

Heero Yuy was clutching his head within his hospital room still at a lost of where he's seen the platinum blonde man that took Duo away. Tears streamed down Heero's face. We were about to be together again. Visiting each other, just like a normal couple. But we can never be a normal couple. Ever while Relena and that young man are alive we'll never be able to be a normal couple. How mangy couples have to go through this? Why does it bring a lot of pain just for us to be together? And I know I've seen that man before. But I don't remember from where, why can't I remember. Quatre silently walked through the door. Heero didn't notice his presence till Quatre placed a comforting hand onto Heero's shoulder.

"It's going to be okay Heero. Trowa and Wufei will find Duo. You wouldn't be able to guess, but Wufei has connections with the Mafia, and Trowa has political and everyone practically royalty helping him to find Duo and his kidnapper."

"Mafia? Political? What? H..how?"

"Family. Wufei's father is the number one crime lord, and Trowa's father is a governor, and his mother owns the number one hotel chain where the royalties stay."

Heero was shocked by the news. Mafia? Governor? What the hell's wrong with this hospital? "What about you? What connections do you have?"

Quatre's eyes shot open, but calmed down and answered Heero's question. "My parents are dead, but I have this hospital as a memento from them. So, this hospital's all I have, but it's all I need. I met Trowa, and Wufei here. I also met you and Duo here. We're gonna make sure that Duo's okay. I promise."

"Quatre, I'm sorry. I didn't mean for you… I'm sorry that everybody's involved." Quatre sat next to Heero comforting him. Quatre knew he wouldn't be taking it as well if it was Trowa in danger. They sat in silence while Trowa came busting through the door with papers in his hands.

"I FOUND HIM! I KNOW WHO HE IS! I KNOW WHERE HE IS!"

Heero stood up. "Who?"

"His name is Millardo Peacecraft. He's at-"

"Peacecraft! Oh no." Heero whispered.

Quatre showed worry all over his face. "What's wrong Heero? Do you know him?"

"No. I don't know him. I know his sister." When Quatre and Trowa showed confused looks Heero continued. "His sister is Relena Peacecraft. She has a huge crush on me."

"And why does that matter?" All eyes went to the door, to see Wufei leaning up against the doorframe. "You guys should make sure to close the door. But what I want to know is, why does the assassin under the alias Zechs, the Millardo Peacecraft Trowa found, kidnaps kids for his little sister that has a crush on the kindapped kid's lover?"

"Well, I don't know why he listens to her, but if we don't find Duo soon, he could die. She tried to kill him a year ago, she might want to continue where she left off."

Wufei reopened the door, and was halfway out when he turned around. "Then, what are we waiting for? Let's get going. If that bitch hurts my patient, then I'll kill her. She'll pay for her injustice."

Everybody gave a little nod, and headed out the door. (A/N: Hell yea! The rescue mission!)

Duo sat in the chair he's been tied down to for approximately 2 days, and fatigued was the only word that would describe him at the moment. Ever since his kidnapping, he hasn't ate anything, and was taking a through betting from Relena. His eyes seemed to have lost all life, his cheeks were soaked from tears that refused to stop, and the only thing going through his mind was Heero. Heero, what are you doing now? Are you looking for me? Are you close to finding me? Has your ankle healed? Heero, I'm sorry that I'm not there. You're probably worried sick about me. And you're coming to rescue me right? You always have to rescue me. I'm sorry. I'm always getting into trouble. I must be such a burden to you. I wonder why you're always with me. Maybe you won't be coming this time because I'm a burden. If you didn't, I would understand. And I wouldn't hate you for it. Why am I thinking so negatively. Well… it has been a couple of days. If he was coming, I guess he would've already be here. I'm sorry Heero. I'm thinking horrid things about you. And you're probably doing the best you can to save me. Yes… you always save me. Why would this time be any different? The door in front of Duo started creaking open. Duo cringed at the thought that it could be Relena. Not only is she not good to look at, but she's pretty strong for a little rich girl. But was slightly relieved that it was Millardo instead.

"Good afternoon, Duo. I'm sorry that you have to go through this." Duo just started ahead with a blank stare. Although he does acknowledge everything that's going on, he just doesn't respond to it. He always has that blank look. "Duo. I know that you're suffering, but it's just a little be longer, then we'll let you go. I promise. Please just persevere for a while. Please."

"Why?"

Millardo's eyes widened. "Did you just say something Duo?" Millardo went down to his knees in front of Duo, and looked him in the eyes. "Please, say something again."

"Why?"

"Why what?"

"Why do you care what happens to me?"

"Because…" Millardo broke eye contact, and looked down at the ground. "Because, I like you Duo. I liked your carefree attitude, your blue eyes, your chestnut hair," he started twirling his fingers through Duo's long hair. "even though it's dirty, it looks so beautiful. Even though you've been through many things through these past couple days, you are still the most beautiful person on this planet."

"Lie."

"Lie? No I'm not. I really do. I think I love you. Believe me. Why don't you break it off with Heero, and be with me. Relena would leave you alone. I would protect you."

"No. Heero. Only Heero. You…"

"Me what?"

"You. Can't. Protect. Me."

"Yes I can. I promise."

Duo looked you to the ceiling, and fresh new tears were falling from his eyes. "You can't protect me now. Why should I believe that you would protect me later? Only. Heero." Duo's head dropped, and the tears came down like rivers. Duo seemed like he was in agony. He just kept screaming, and crying Heero's name.

"Duo? Duo! What's wrong? I'm sorry. This must be terrible." Millardo stood up and cradled Duo's head. "I'm sorry if I did something. I swear I'll protect you. Please stop. Please. Calm down!" Duo wouldn't stop. The room was filled with his screams. Millardo couldn't think of anything to help him. Except… Millardo took hold of Duo's head, and gently and lovingly placed his lips upon Duo's in a passionate kiss. Duo gasped, and started settling down. What's happening? Heero. I love you. But why is this man's kiss drawing me into his arms? Duo's eyes closed slowly , and when they seperated, Duo's head found comfort upon Millardo shoulder.