Duovision
Day Five
"Welcome to sadly, the last episode in the DuoVision Saga – the coronation of the new king and queen of the Sanq Kingdom. This place is bound to be full of rich snobby people getting drunk and bragging about who has the bigger bank account and most power."
"Duo, be quiet. They can probably here you," Hilde whispers to her husband as they along with Heero, Relena, Catherine, Trowa, Wufei, and Sally sit around one of the large tables in the Peacecraft Castle. As Duo pans around the room, you see the many politicians and businessmen socializing, along with Noin and Zechs in outfits fit for a king and queen.
"In a few minutes, they'll all be so drunk that they won't remember me saying nothing," Duo says as he points his camera back towards the table.
"Are you sure you're feeling okay Relena? We can leave now if you want to," Heero says, as he rubs the back of the princess that looks paler than usual.
"I can't leave now Heero. This is one of the most important days in the Peacecraft family. I have to be here. And I'm feeling just fine," she replies while rubbing her temples quickly, only to look back at her brother and his wife.
"The twins are just taking a lot out of her. I remember when I was around my due date. I didn't even want to move from the bed and made Duo get everything for me," Hilde says.
"I remember that too. Longest week of my life." Suddenly the camera shakes as Hilde proceeds to smack Duo on the head.
"I think you should invest in a helmet Duo," Trowa suggests.
"Ha-ha, very funny clown," Duo replies.
"Relena, are you sure that you want to stay? Everyone would understand if you weren't here."
"I said I'm alright. As long as I'm sitting and don't have to mingle, I'll be fine.
"How are you all doing, this evening?" Noin asks as she and Zechs approach the table.
"Just enjoying the food and festivities. How are you two doing?" Sally asks.
"I would be lying to you if I said I wasn't a bit nervous. I hope that you guys stay for the whole ceremony. There's going to be a special announcement," Zechs comments.
"How are you doing Relena? We're so sorry that we couldn't come by after the accident," Noin says.
"It's alright Noin. I understand that this is a huge event for the whole family. And I'm doing just fine. Just a bit tired."
"She's more than just tired. She could hardly get out of bed this afternoon and it took much longer to get ready for usual," Heero states.
"Is that true Relena?" Zechs asks, getting extremely concerned.
"I just wanted to look nice today."
"Relena, I would love for you to stay, but I am much more concerned about your safety and the babies' safety. IF you don't feel well, push your pride out of the way and go home and rest," Zechs says, turning Relena towards himself.
"Milliardo," she says, covering his hands with hers, "I'm alright. I'm gonan stay here. And when I start feeling unwell, I'll go home right away. I won't even stop to say goodbye to you."
"I wouldn't go that far, but that's the idea. But now, my wife and I must keep on socializing. I promise we'll be back to check on you though," he says, kissing her on the forehead. "Drag her out if you have to Yuy."
"Right."
"Maybe I should give you a quick check-up Relena, just in case," Sally says, Heero nodding in approval.
"But Sally…"
"We'll go to a nearby room and it will only take a few minutes. I always carry my bag with me." Sally gets up and Heero helps Relena up as they start to head out.
"Do you really think she'll be alright?" Catherine asks.
"I hope so. For something to happen at this stage would be horrible," Hilde says.
"On to a lighter note, has anyone heard from Quatre and Dorothy?" Duo asks.
"Quatre called yesterday. He said that Dorothy and he are having a blast and said that he's sure there will be stories to tell us when they get back," Trowa states, taking a drink.
"Did he say anything about presents?"
"Sorry Duo. He didn't say anything about that."
"Oh man."
"Duo, maybe you should turn off the camera. Then we can call on the babysitters and see how much havoc Jackson is wreaking on them," Hilde states.
"Fine. I just hope nothing good happens," Duo says as the screen turns black.
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As the camera, is turned back on, trumpets and bells and heard throughout the throne room and everyone becomes quiet, standing up from their seats, including Milliardo and Noin from their table upfront. Two guards appear, one at each end of the table and move the table away. Behind them, is a pair of glass doors that lead to the balcony, overlooking the kingdom.
Soon, three priests step into the ballroom and approach the two, two priests wearing black on either side of a priest in white. Each black priest holds on a pillow a crown, one for the queen and another for the king.
"Who are those two?" Duo asks.
"Why are you asking questions at a time like this idiot?" Hilde whispers.
"The white priest is the eldest priest in Sanq. They can only be given this right by being blessed from the eldest priest before him. The two in black are the next in the hierarchy. They are the right hand men and usually are the ones that go out to do the eldest priest's biddings," Heero answers.
"Oh."
The priests soon stand a few feet in front of the two and turn around to the audience.
"Today, we are gathered here to witness the birth of a new king and queen. The Sanq kingdom has been without a king and queen for many years and as she has risen back to her glory, she must have the right leaders, the eldest male heir to the Peacecraft throne and his wife," says the priest in white as the three then turns towards the two. "You may kneel my children." Milliardo and Noin do as told, their heads bowed.
"The king and queen of the Sanq kingdom must promise to do what is best for their country, and must do what needs to be done to protect their country no matter what may happen and must care for their people as a parent cares for a child. They must also not abuse the power that they will be given in anyway." The
"With the eyes of God and the spirits watching, do you Milliardo Peacecraft and do you Lucretzia Noin-Peacecraft promise to live by and enforce these vows until the day you die?" asks the white priest. Everyone watches closely as the two do not respond right away.
"No, we don't," they both respond, lifting their heads towards the priests. Everyone gasps and whispers among themselves.
"What are they doing?" Trowa asks.
"Maybe Zechs has gone crazy again," Wufei suggests. The eldest priest puts up his hand and everyone silences.
"And why not children?"
"We cannot accept the titles of king and queen for we do not feel it is right for two people with such bloodstained souls to accept such a position. We feel there are two other people much better suited for this honor. Both have given up their lives and happiness multiple times in order to secure a future for those other than themselves ever since the beginning," Noin says as she and Milliardo stand up.
"We believe that the rightful heirs to the throne are my dear sister and brother-in-law."
"What?" Relena gasps. Everyone watches as Milliardo walks over to the table and stands next to Relena.
"I gave up my place as Milliardo Peacecraft long ago, giving up the ideals and values that our family had. And because of that, I am not truly a part of this family. Therefore, you are the eldest and only living relative of this family Relena. It is your place to take this honor, not mine.
And Heero, though we may have had difficulties in the past, I know that you would make the right decisions always for the ones you love and the ones who you are responsible for no matter what. That is why we think that you both are the rightful heirs to the Peacecraft throne."
"So this was the big announcement?" Heero asks.
"Yes."
"I…I gotta sit down," Relena says as she plops into the chair and places her hands on the table.
"Are you alright?" Heero asks.
"This is just a lot to chew in one sitting. You couldn't have told this to us before? Maybe given us a warning?" Relena asks, looking at her brother.
"We weren't sure ourselves whether or not this would be the best thing for everyone. But this morning, we finally decided that it would be. You've cared about not only the people of Sanq, but of the Earth and the Colonies ever since you were little. All you ever wanted was peace. All I ever wanted to do was fight, in order to get revenge for father's death and to put in a regime that I know would've been wrong.
"I also know that all throughout the war, Heero was always fighting for the right side, along with you Relena. And I know that with him by your side, you will be able to do anything. This kingdom rightfully belongs to you." Relena groans closing her eyes and resting her head in-between her hands, with her elbows on the table.
"Relena, you don't look so good. Do you want to wait on making this decision?" Heero asks, rubbing her back.
"I just need a minute."
"No matter what happens, I'll be with you. We've already been through hell once, so I know we can do anything and all I ever want from you is to be happy. You know that, right?" She takes one hand away from her head and intertwines it with his.
"I don't know what I would do without sometimes." Relena lifts her head and looks straight at her husband. "Be honest, how bad do I look?"
"You look like an ogre," he says, wiping away the sweat off her forehead and then kissing her. Relena then looks towards Milliardo and stands up. "I'll take the place as ruler of Sanq."
"Then come up front so that you can be rightfully placed." With that said, Heero helps Relena from her seat and the two head to where Noin now stands. Noin moves out of the way and joins her husband by the table, as Relena and Heero kneel down.
"My god. That was so dramatic. I wish I could make this into a movie and show it to the public. I would make millions."
"Shut it Duo," Hilde sneers as the camera shakes again.
"The king and queen of the Sanq kingdom must promise to do what is best for their country, and must do what needs to be done to protect their country no matter what may happen and must care for their people as a parent cares for a child. They must also not abuse the power that they will be given in anyway." The
"With the eyes of God and the spirits watching, do you Heero Yuy and Relena Peacecraft-Yuy promise to live by and enforce these vows until the day you die?"
"Yes, we do," Relena says for the both of them. The priest then goes up to both of them, putting a hand on each head and mumbling a few blessings. He then signals the two other priests to come over and takes each crown, placing them on Relena and Heero's heads.
"And now to complete the coronation ceremony, you must present yourselves to your kingdom for their approval." With those words, Heero helps Relena get up and they both head towards doors. Milliardo and Noin start to head towards the doors as well.
"Maxwell, will you please come with us to tape this?" Milliardo asks.
"Sure." As they make their way to open the door, Relena gives a small gasp and grabs at her stomach.
"I knew you weren't okay. We shouldn't have come," Heero says. Sally
Suddenly comes up next to Relena as well.
"Do you think it was a contraction Relena?" she asks, feeling around her abdomen.
"It's probably just a false one from all the stress. Right now, we need to finish this ceremony. Then we can go to the hospital, alright?" Relena says, turning her head to look at Heero. Heero looks at Sally and gives her a nod.
"Alright." Sally backs away as Relena stands up straight again and the two continue their walk. They eventually make it outside, only to be presented in front of thousands of people. Everyone below looks up in silence, until someone bows, others following him.
"In the eyes of God, I here by proclaim these two as our new king and queen of Sanq!" The priests, followed by the rest of the audience inside, bows to the two monarchs before erupting into applause.
"You see Heero, it was just…." She doesn't finish her sentence, as she shuts her eyes and grabs at her swollen stomach, collapsing to the ground.
"Relena!" Heero shouts as he goes for his wife.
"Relena, where does it hurt?" Sally asks, taking her other side. She
continues bending over in pain.
"Oh god, it hurts!" At this point, the rest of the gang come on over to see what's wrong.
"Trowa, call the hospital and tell them we're bringing Relena in. We have no time to wait for an ambulance. Milliardo, we need to get Relena to the hospital now," Sally says, taking out some supplies from her bag.
"Someone call the driver and tell him we need the limo up to the front doors now!" Milliardo commands, sending all of the wait staff running to get to the phone.
"Heero, I need you to keep Relena's arm still. I'm going to give her something to hopefully numb some of the pain. Then we'll have to bring her out front."
"Right." He holds Relena's arm still as Sally gives her the needle.
"Good. Try not to jar her too much."
"Noin…"Milliardo says, looking at her.
"I understand. Go with your sister," she says, as Milliardo follow Sally and Heero, with Relena in his arms.
"Ladies and gentlemen. We thank you for coming tonight. Unfortunately, I must leave, but please feel free to enjoy the food and music," Noin says as she bows and heads towards the priests.
"We should really get going after them," Catherine says.
"They probably haven't left the building yet and too many people may make things more complicated. WE should wait for Noin. Then we'll leave," Trowa says, everyone agreeing.
"Might as well turn off the camera then."
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The camera turns back on in the waiting room for the hospital, in a special wing especially made for the royal family. "Here we were at Peacecraft Memorial Hospital. After the incident at the coronation, the now Queen was rushed here and we now await confirmation on her well-being. And as I speak, her elder brother now steps out of her room." Milliardo comes out from the main room and approaches the group.
"Zechs, what's wrong?" Noin asks.
"It seems that the stress did trigger Relena to go into labor, but it was alright since she was due any day now. Sally thinks that Relena should be able to go through the birth, but won't be sure until later."
"Do you think she would mind if we go in and check on her?" Hilde asks.
"Sally doesn't want a lot of visitors, incase it triggers something else."
"Can I at least go in? You know, so that they can have a tape to remember the big day?" Duo asks.
"Relena would like the tape Zechs," Noin says.
"As long as its quick and you don't bother her, Maxwell."
"Alright." HE walks towards the door and shimmies it open. "And now we're going into the delivery room to see the soon mommy to be. How are you doing princess, or should I says queen?" Duo says, as he pictures Relena, her hair matted down in sweat, surrounded by machines, Heero by her side holding her hand.
"How do you think I'm doing? I swear to God Heero, I'm gonna kill you after this is done. Wait, no. Even better. I'm gonna make you raise these kids while I sit behind the scene drinking my wine," Relena screams, as another contraction hits her, squeezing the life out of Heero's hand.
"Take it easy on the man Relena. He's gonna go through a lot even
without your punishment."
"You're walking on thin ice Maxwell," she answers, pointing at him.
"I suggest that you tone it down Duo. I don't want Relena doing something irresponsible because of your stupidity," Heero says.
"Hey. Do you want me to film the birthing process? It can't be much different than Hilde's," Duo suggests as he lowers the camera towards her feet.
"Get away from down there right now Maxwell!" she screams, kicking his arm as punishment, only to be rewarded with another sharp pain.
"Damn that hurt. Those hormones are really flying today."
"That's it! I take it anymore! Give me your gun Heero. I know you have it on you. I'm going to put Maxwell out of his misery." She leans towards Heero, grabbing out in hopes that she'll find his gun.
"Duo, what are you doing in here?" Sally asks as she enters the room.
"Just getting in some last shots of Relena the size of a blimp."
"Maxwell!"
"Maybe you should turn off the camera for now. I'll tell you if anything happens, so it can be on for then, ok?" Sally asks?
"Fine. No one is any fun here."
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"So here we are, reaching the final minutes. It seems that natural birth didn't agree with Relena so well, so they decided to go with a c-section and that was a while ago, since it seems that it got screwed up when Relena hit it. So in a matter of minutes, we should see two, maybe three beautiful new babies."
"Mommy, when are the babies going to be here?" Jackson asks from Hilde's lap.
"Hopefully very soon."
"Do you think everyone will be alright?" Catherine asks.
"They should. Relena's strong. So is Heero. So it's only fact that their kids will be too," Wufei says, surprising everyone. "What?"
"It's Uncle Heero!" Jackson screams, as Hilde tries to keep him in control.
"So, what is it Heero?" Duo asks, all eyes on Heero.
"Relena is just fine and so are the kids."
"Kids?" Trowa asks.
"Twins. A boy and a girl."
"Oh congratulations Heero. You're a father," Hilde comments, as everyone around gives Heero their own way of congratulating him.
"She wants to see you Milliardo. You too Noin, so she can introduce you to your new nephew and niece. And for some reason, you too Maxwell. I guess to get some pictures," Heero says as he walks back towards Relena's room.
"Alright. Here we go." The three follow him and soon find Relena sitting up
slightly in bed, holding two bundles.
"Milliardo, would you like to hold one?" Relena asks, a huge grin on her face.
"OF course." He walks over and takes the boy in his arms.
"I can't wait until we have our own someday," Noin says. "So what are their names?"
"Alexander Jason and Raye Angelique," Heero answers.
"Auntie Relena!" Jackson screams as he enters the room.
"I'm so sorry Relena. He wanted to come and see you so badly. And so did everyone else," Hilde says, picking up her boy.
"It's alright. This kids are going to have to get used to big crowds anyways," Relena jokes. "Hey Duo, I need to tell you something."
"Sure thing Relena."
"Do you think you can give the camera to someone else? I think you'll want this part on camera."
"Alright. Here Wufei."
"Why do I have to take it?" Wufei asks, crossing his arms.
"It will only be for a minute," Duo answers, shoving the camera into his arms. The picture is soon set up so that Duo, Relena, and Heero are in the picture.
"Heero, can you take Raye and back away? I don't want either of you to get hurt after Duo's reaction." Heero nods and takes the child in his arm and moves out of the way.
"This really is exciting. So what's going on?" Duo asks, sitting on the bed
by her legs.
"Come a little closer Duo, I really don't want everyone to hear at first," she
says, motioning him over.
"Alright. How about this?" he asks.
"No. Closer." He moves a bit more, only about a foot away.
"Better?" he asks.
"Perfect." He leans towards her so his ear is towards her mouth, only to be greeted by Relena's fist , sending him from his position on the bed to the floor below, covering his face.
"I thought you were a pacifist Relena," he says.
"That's for all the comments you made while I was pregnant and couldn't move, idiot. Never ever, deal with a hormonal me ever again, or else it will be worse," Relena says as everyone around tries to hold in their laughter.
"Good punch woman," Wufei says.
"That's it for Duovision. Quite a way to end. Hopefully I can edit that out or something. Alright Wufei, turn it off. I said turn it off!"
"Relena's having the kids right now. We'll know everything in a few minutes I guess. And now my camera is all outta whack. I'm gonna have to turn it off to fix it quick."
And that's it ladies and gentlemen. After a long time, I've finally finished the story. I hoed you all liked it and continue reading on – Chibi Reli