Jealousy
Chapter 16: Scott free
Pairing: Heero/Duo
Disclaimer: I don't own so don't ask
WARNING: none
Summary: Relena went too far and attacked Heero. Will Relena be punished for striking out at a Law Enforcer? But what's this, Duo is feeling off. Can she figure out what's wrong with her before it's too late?
Notes: I am pleased to announce I finally found a beta-reader. Thank you Hitokimi for taking on a big project for me! Also, I apologize for taking such a long time to update but life has been getting in the way, but luckily I've been doing my work and will have another chapter up by Saturday.
Special thanks to: Fantasy or Reality, yaeko, Hitokimi, and to those who have read and didn't review, thank you for reading thus far. I hoped you enjoyed it.
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The weeks following the search of the Peacecraft palace and Heero's attack could only be described as chaotic. Nothing in the Preventor's circle could go right.
After carefully viewing the disk, Une told the disgruntled agents that Judge Kemble (the same judge that granted the search warrant) dismissed the case, stating that there was not enough evidence to impeach the Minister.
Once the hearing was over the Judge pulled Une aside.
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The long time friends said nothing as the Judge removed his black robe and settled into the worn leather chair behind his desk. It squeaked every time he would either tilt back or sit-up. Swirling the glass tumbler of Bacardi, the Judge sighed.
"Ann, I'm sorry if my decision upset your men, but Miss Peacecraft has kept the peace between the colonies and the Earth going on near five years."
"Mitch, You don't have to explain the situation to me, but that girl is playing with fire, and you know what they say about playing with fire."
He ran a hand over his face. Dark circles were starting to stand out under his chocolate eyes.
"What do you mean?"
"My top field Agents are Assassins, Mitch. One word from the higher ups and Relena is good as dead. Trust me on this – Relena needs to have a psyche eval. She is to the point of stalking Agent Yuy and I fear that his patience has just about run out at keeping her at arms length."
"Okay, let's say that we do manage to get her out of office, who then would replace her?"
Une smirked. Uh-oh that look didn't bode too well. "We have two candidates: Treize Khushrenada and Milliardo Peacecraft."
Mitch sputtered as he choked on the harsh dark liquid. "You got to be shittin' me? Please say you're joking, Ann?"
However, when he glanced up after receiving no reply he realized indeed his friend was not joking, at all.
"Give me one good damn reason why either of those maniacs should be let back into power?"
"For one: both feel that the Vice-Foreign Minister is abusing her power. For another both know how to keep peace without being corrupted. Lastly, neither have a thing for Agent Yuy."
The judge stood, walking to the liquor cabinet to re-fill his glass.
"Alright, Ann, I'll back you with this but Relena has to be dealt with first," Mitch said finally conceding to the offer Lady Une made.
"Don't worry. I have it on high authority that she will be dealt with accordingly."
The two friends embraced each other and parted ways feeling better about getting the youngest Peacecraft out of office.
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Turning over in bed, Une gazed at her lover. Treize was undeniable handsome in sleep as well as awake. The moon light luminated their bedroom. It was dimly lit but she could still make his pale aristocratic features – copper brown hair, slender nose, rosy thin lips, high cheek bones – Treize was every inch of pure-blood nobility.
In the days to come would be difficult for him and Zechs. She wasn't sure if either was ready to take on the role of Vice-Foreign Minister after being out of the lime light for quite some time.
But she would be there for them when the time comes – for now she snuggled deeper into the warmth of the bed coverings and wrapped her self around the lithe body of the former Oz General.
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There was absolutely nothing on television.
Duo must have surfed over six hundred channels (twice) and could not find one single thing of interest.
Hayate was curled up on the floor next to the sofa covered with a blanket taking a nap.
Two and a half weeks had passed since Heero had left for earth. He called last night to let her know that he was coming back home later today but for her not to wait up for him. He would be arriving some time after two in the morning.
He explained about what happened with Relena and what the Judge's ruling had been. Needless to say, Duo was not happy. She had taken her son horse back riding to get her mind off the fact Relena got away with kidnapping, and child neglect (which included several counts of abuse), but Duo wasn't going to let that get her down.
Right now her first responsibility was to care of Hayate and protect him at all cost.
Sighing, Duo quietly, as stealth was second nature to her, padded to the sliding glass door. The yard was open and free of trees that included tall hedges or anything that could hide a person.
She had been feeling cranky for a couple of weeks and blew it off as nerves but whatever was having her on edge was affecting her sleep. Natalie even commented on how exhausted she looked – dull, swollen indigo orbs would close at the drop of a dime.
Finally, giving-in to what her body wanted, Duo just sleep the day away waking periodically to make sure Hayate was where she left him, which was right below her on the playing with his Lego big blocks.
The sky came alive with twinkling light. If there was one good thing that Duo missed about the earth, it would be being able to sit under the dark blue sky and gaze forever at the endless clusters of gas that made stars.
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L4 Colony, Winner Estate
The sound of heavy luggage being dropped, echoed down the foyer and beyond of the grand mansion. Quatre dragged the last of the carry-on pieces inside and gently placed them next to the door.
"I'm going to check on Makita," Trowa said as she ascendant the white spiral stair case not waiting for an answer from her husband.
All was quiet in the nursery. Trowa dismissed the nanny and peeked in on her little treasure.
The toddler was sleeping with her favorite toy, a white winged dragon with piercing emerald eyes, a gift from Heero when she was born. Trowa gently caressed her daughter's head. She ran her hand down thick platinum locks to a smooth chubby cheek.
Trowa studied her baby for a little bit longer then placed her hand over the slight curve of her stomach. She smiled in thought but it quickly turned to a frown. She didn't know how long that she would be able to conceal her expanding girth from her husband. Quatre was all ready becoming suspicious of her being sick on most mornings.
And after an argument over her hearth, three months back, Trowa went to Sally, only to have the doctor confirm what she knew – she was pregnant.
The tall brunette tiredly sat down in the rocking chair with a pillow to cover her. Green eyes slowly faded from view. Trowa was asleep within minutes.
Down stairs in the kitchen, a certain blonde was contemplating his marriage over a half eaten turkey and cheese on rye sandwich.
He couldn't figure out what was going-on with his wife. There was no way for them to fall out of love – the bond that they share would not allow them to separate from each other.
Quatre pulled at his hair in frustration. /So, what in the name of Allah, am I doing wrong/
The petite Arabian stood, gathering his half finished snack and empty glass of milk, placed them in the sink, and went upstairs.
Upon entering the Master bedroom, Quatre noticed that it was cold and empty. He sighed. Trowa must have opted to sleep in the baby's room, again. He quickly showered and readied himself for bed.
He turned down the bed coverings before pulling out an extra pillow and blanket. Once inside the nursery, Quatre settle his items about his slumbering wife then looked in on his daughter.
She was awake, somewhat, her light green eyes didn't stay focus for long with her lids fluttering before drifting shut.
Quatre lower the side of the crib to kiss her good night. Now, suddenly alone in the big bed, he wondered how he was going to sort through this (whatever this is) with Trowa.
Sleep didn't come easy for the former Sandrock pilot.
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Brringg, brringg
A sleepy voice answered the annoying device. "HeL (yawn) lo."
"The target has been located."
Cornflower eyes instantly snapped to attention. "Where?"
"L4."
"Perfect. Send me the location, I'll handle this myself."
"Are you sure? My men and I can acquire-"
"No, you might fuck this up. I will take no more chances. Just have a shuttle ready for me tomorrow evening."
The dial tone was heard on the receiver's phone. A wicked laugh echoed in the stately room.
"I got you now."
oOo TBC oOo
A/N: Wanna guess what that was all about? And do you think Trowa will tell Quatre about the pregnancy? What about Duo? What's going on with her? So many questions, well, if you want to learn more, stay tuned for the next chapter.