Disclaimer: Don't own any of the Gundam Characters and never will.

A.N. Inspiration is a good thing, ne? I'm not sure what I should mark this; maybe I mark this as angst?

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As Cherry Blossoms Bloom…

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Wufei tried as could to make Duo as comfortable as possible. He had been sitting quietly near Duo's bedside watching over him. He tried to tell himself that from now on he has to keep an eye on Duo. What ever he did to keep himself from bursting out of the house and hunt down Heero was not going very well.

He stood up to get up some air outside of the room. Duo's room was near to the garden so it made it easier to know if something was going on inside while he was catching his breath. The moon was as beautiful as ever but all that Wufei can see was tears that Duo was pouring over that cold and uncaring pilot of Wing. Why?

Trying to stay a wake all night he heard gongs ring. Once… twice… It was already two in the morning and still Duo was twisting and turning, not sleeping well. It got him worried that Duo was going to do something stupid when he awoke the next day. He sighed.

"No…" He is still dreaming, Wufei figured as he noiselessly entered the room again. But what could have happened between those two. Everyone knows Duo likes Heero, he clenched his teeth not wanting to think about it. Sitting down beside Duo he again watched over his teammate. Then a thought struck him hard, but does Heero like Duo?

Unconsciously, he pushed away some strands of hair that was on Duo's face. Wufei felt him shudder under his touch, a little harder than the last time. He thought that he was going to wake soon but he returned to heavy breathing so he stayed. Looking at him, Wufei felt somehow… relaxed. Even though if he acted that he didn't like Duo's chatter, it was him who always gives him the spirit to move on. How could anyone do this to you?

Actually he really didn't know what happened. But from the looks of Duo's nightmare right now, it might have been really bad. Even suicide… He wondered silently. Shaking his head, he decided not to go that far. Duo wouldn't do that, would he? 

He tenderly caressed Duo's cheek with his hand that was already been exposed to the night air. Duo slightly moved. "Heero…" Wufei cringed as he heard the name. How could you still love him? That angry thought came out of his mind. Shaking his head a little, he started to worry; I better leave before he woke up.

He began to stand up and walk away when he felt a tender hand clutch him by the arm. His eyes fell upon cobalt blue ones that were swollen from crying. Those same eyes squinted to see the person that was infront of him and at last came to a conclusion, "Wufei…?"

"Shhh… Get some rest Duo. You'll need it the next morning," Wufei stated without looking directly at him. In fact, he was too scared to look at him, he might breakout and shout. Why do you still love him?! The same question still lingers in his mind. He hated seeing Duo like this. This was another Duo that Yuy created. Heero, he growled.

"You know?" Duo half-heartedly snorted. Had I said it out loud? Thought Wufei, his eyes filled with surprised,

"Duo, I'm----"

"Don't worry about it." Duo said beating him to the line as he slowly sat up. Looking at Wufei, he sighed, "Am I that obvious?"

Wufei blinked once then twice. He didn't know hoe to counter what Duo said. If he said yes, he would have the displeasure of hearing whatever sick thing Heero did to Duo. And if he said no, it will probably kill him… because he wanted to know but if Heero is involved--- one thing was made sure of… it's not going to be pleasant.

 Wufei hung his head. "No, Duo… I don't know." There was a moment of silence. Neither of them spoke until one had to courage…

Wufei shook his head and looked at Duo's eyes. Such beautiful eyes that were filled with sorrow and pain, no one had the right to make these eyes feel such ache.

"I really don't know what's going on," he said grinding his teeth. "But Heero---" He saw Duo shudder a little, knowing that it was really the Wing Pilot who had done something wrong.

"He had done something to you hasn't he?"

Silence. Only the breathing of the two was heard under the tensed situation.

"Duo---"

"No, Wufei… He didn't do anything wrong, " he said without looking directly at Wufei, "It was me."

Wufei made a growling sound that made the cobalt eyed boy look at him,

"Duo, you are hiding something!" He made an accusation. "You know better than to conceal Heero's actions! This is the Pilot of Wing we are talking about and there is no way that it could be you! You have no right to hide the actions of Heero just because he is the Wing Pilot and you have not right to tell me that it was your fault. There is no way that it was your fault---" Wufei stopped there. He didn't want something to slip from his mouth. There is no way that it was your fault… You're just too perfect… Wufei shook his head. What was he thinking! This is Duo… Heero--- Heero already claimed him… and what could Wufei practically give him?

Duo's eyes were beginning to swell again. He tried to hide it and tried not to cry because--- because boys don't cry.

Wufei was so frustrated that he didn't notice that Duo was already crying. That was until he heard a sob. A sob--- from Duo? He thought fearfully. I---I made him… cry?

"Duo I---" he couldn't find the words, "I'm sorry." Was that the best he could do? Was that all that he could give Duo after all the absurdity he was throwing at him. Was this all he could say—I'm sorry? This was nothing, all that he said had no effect. He could still see the eyes of Duo flowing with grief. All his words were just--- they were just garbage!

Panic-stricken, he began to standing and walk away. I need to get away… I can't handle seeing him like this… He turned to leave until he heard Duo whisper,

"Wufei, where are you going?" he choked out.

"I'm--- you need some rest Duo. Get some sleep and I'll see you in the morning."

"Wufei."

 Silence.

"Could you do me a favor?"

Wufei stopped, "Yes, anything."

"Will you--- will you---" he held back for a moment and took a breath to build up his courage. "Will you sleep with me tonight? Here?"

Wufei's heart raced. Did Duo trust him enough to say that?

"I don't know…"

"Please--- Wufei, please."

"But--- the others…?" he was talking about the others who lived in the house. How could he explain this?

"Please…" he was already begging.

"Alright," he agreed reluctantly, "If makes you feel a little better…"

Duo smiled meekly, "Yes, I know it will."

After Wufei was right beside Duo, facing him, he saw that Duo's eyes were already closed and he mumbled something; something like, "If I have anymore nightmares, Wufei; Please chase them away with your katana." And then he drifted back to sleep.

Wufei chuckled. This was the Duo he knew. Even if something bad happens, he still makes the best of it.

Thinking that it would be best to follow Duo's example, he closed his eyes and drifted to sleep.

Heero… I cannot go back and change the damage you've done but I can prevent you from doing it again. I will  promise to myself that I will not do the same mistake you did…

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To be continued…