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I honestly had a difficult time thinking what's best for Chapter 3. Mia Campbell is such a 'she-devil' in this story so just continue reading on what she'll do to get Athrun for herself. Enjoy!

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Chapter 4: A Friday's Night

And no matter how hard I try

I can't escape these things inside I know

I know...

When all the pieces fall apart

You will be the only one who knows

Who knows?

You love me but you don't know who I am

I'm torn between this life I lead and where I stand

And you love me but you don't know who I am

So let me go

Just let me go

And you love me but you don't

You love me but you don't

You love me but you don't know who I am

And you love me but you don't

You love me but you don't

You love me but you don't know me

The song has finally come to an end. The audience applauded and cheered as Kira took his bow. "Thank you," he said with a handsome smile on his face, "Well, that wraps up the show. Good night!"

While the people started to leave the place, one of his friends who is also a member of the house band slapped him a 'high five'. "You're great Kira! Even though you only began performing here a few months ago, you sound just like a professional! Way to go!" he said.

"Thanks, Tolle," Kira replied.

"Hey guys!" a voice called out.

"What is it, Sai?" both boys said aloud in unison.

"I was just thinking. Why don't we go out some place to have fun?" he suggested.

"Hey, that sounds great!" Kuzzey said as he stepped in to join their conversation. JS…: Kuzzey is the drummer of the house band, Tolle plays the bass guitar and Kira is the vocalist and lead guitarist. There are also other members of the house band, but those are only 'extras'.

"That would be really fun, Sai," said Kira, "But, what's the occasion?"

Sai chuckled slightly, and then smiled at his friend. "There isn't any special event going on, Kira. Anyway, today's a Friday's Night. I just thought of spending a little time out with my friends."

"Awww…" the rest of the boys joked, and then laughed heartily.

After their laugh died down, Kira kept his shiny, electric guitar in its case and started to head for the door. He then glanced back and said, "Well, what are you waiting for? Let's go!"

"Reverend Malchio," spoke Lacus just as soon her butler finished drinking his tea.

"What is it, my lady?" he asked.

Lacus sat up straight, placed her delicate hands on her lap, and looked down to her cup that is still filled with tea. "Do you think I made the right decision of giving my parent's company to their loyal business partners?" she asked softly.

"You made the right choice, my lady. You can't handle the company all by yourself because of your young age and…your 'secret'. It is much better to leave everything to the professionals," he replied confidently.

"I hope everything will be alright," she sighed.

"Sir, I'm Ms. Lacus Clyne, the daughter of your friend and business partners, Mr. and Mrs. Clyne," she spoke as she stepped in to the man's office.

"Oh yes, I knew you already. I see you have grown up into a very fine, young lady. Please take a seat, Ms. Clyne," the man said politely.

"Sir, you have been a very loyal business partner and friend to my parents. Today, I finally concluded that you should be the one to handle the Clyne Inc." she said.

"But, Ms. Clyne, why is it all of a sudden?" he said unexpectedly.

"I can't handle the company in my youthful age. It is far beyond my ability. Sir, I put my trust in you," she said in a sweet tone.

She then brought out all the papers to be signed. After signing a few papers, the man looked at Lacus and, then asked if she was sure of giving the company to him.

"Sir, I've already thought of this matter. There is no turning back now," she replied assertively.

Finally, the man signed the final paper and he extended his hand to offer a friendly handshake with Lacus. "Ms. Clyne, before you go, I would like to tell you that I decided to organize a press conference tomorrow regarding on this matter. Please accept my invitation to come to this event."

"It's an agreement," she said as she shook his hand firmly.

Lacus picked up her beautiful, floral teacup and began to drink the (already) cold tea. After drinking, she placed the cup down and looked out the balcony. "Reverend Malchio, you may have much tea as you like. I'll just go out to get some fresh air," she said delicately.

"Yes, my lady," her faithful butler replied.

"Hey guys! Take a look at Kuzzey!" Tolle said as he pointed at his friend.

"He sure is heating up the dance floor!" Kira spoke aloud so he could be heard by his buddies.

"Kira, I noticed you're the only one who hasn't danced yet. There a lot of pretty girls out there. Why don't you ask one of them to dance?" Sai asked his brown haired pal.

"Sai, I'm not that type of guy. I really just like to stay here and see you guys have fun," Kira replied with a smile.

"Hello you guys! Mind if you two dance with us?" two very beautiful girls asked Tolle and Sai.

"Umm…sure! We love to!" Tolle said abruptly and then nudged Sai's elbow.

"Yeah! C'mon!" Sai said as soon as he was snapped back to his senses.

"Have fun guys!" Kira uttered and gave both of his friends a wink.

Before the boys continued to the dance floor with their dates, both of them looked back and gave Kira a glint in the eye. When Kira saw this, he chuckled silently and then continued to drink.

After a few minutes of watching his friends dance with their dates, he noticed a pretty, red-haired girl coming close to him. "She looks so beautiful," Kira thought while his face turned crimson when the girl was already in front of him.

"Why are you not dancing?" she asked.

"I…don't…really…want…to. How…about…you?" asked Kira with a jerky tone.

The girl chuckled and then looked back to the crowd. "You already told the answer," she replied with a smile.

Kira scratched his head in confusion. "I see what you mean," he spoke, "do you want to drink? I'll go get some."

"Thank you," the girl said gratefully.

When Kira got back with a couple of drinks in hand, he offered her to sit down with him. While the girl continued to talk about herself, Kira can't help noticing her divine beauty. "She is so beautiful from her shiny and silky red hair down to her creamy, white legs," Kira thought as a blush crept to his cheeks.

"I love this song!" the girl said just as she realized the music, "Do you want to dance this time?"

"Oh," Kira said suddenly when he noticed that he was staring at her for some time, "Sure, I would really love to."

All of a sudden, his red-haired princess dragged him to the dance floor and started to dance in tune with the dynamic music. After being stunned on how his princess danced so vigorously, he as well started to dance the night away.

Finally, it was time for everyone to go home. Kira and his friends thoughtfully escorted their dates outside.

"Are you sure I don't need to give you a ride home?" all the boys asked to their dates. Then, all the girls said what they have to say.

While watching their dates walking away to get a ride, Kira remembered that he hasn't asked the name of his date. He then ran quickly to catch up to her.

"I forgot to ask your name so I decided to catch up to you. May I know your name before you go?" he asked his princess very courteously.

"My name is Flay Allster," she answered with a smile.

Just before Kira was about to leave, she clutched to his black top and pulled him against her body. She slowly raised her heels and gently kissed Kira's cheek. "Goodnight," she whispered to his ear. When she was gone, Kira was still standing there – stunned yet blushing as he touched his cheek.

"Nice going, Kira," interrupted Sai's voice.

"I guess his the luckiest among all of us," Kuzzey added.

"Well, Kira," Tolle said humorously as he patted his shoulder, "You are really something."

Minutes later, Kira was on his way back to his apartment. "She kissed me," he thought. He just can't stop thinking of her. "Flay…Her name is Flay Allster," he thought again, "She's something."

While he was driving down the road on his motorcycle and thinking about Flay at the same time, he noticed a beautiful girl with pink hair up on the balcony of a huge, white mansion. He removed his helmet to take a closer look at the young girl.

"It's so peaceful here – gazing at the moon and stars and feeling wind in your face," Lacus serenely to herself. When she looked down to the streets below, she saw a young man with brown hair staring at her like she was some goddess. "Oh, dear," she gasped, "who is that young man?" She then ran inside – fearing it was someone who wants to kill her.

"She's gone," Kira said, "Maybe I frightened her. I better get going." He started the engine and headed to his destination.

On the other hand, Lacus peeped outside as she watched the young man leave. "He doesn't look like a killer," she thought. Then, a light blush appeared on her cheeks. "But, those eyes – those handsome amethyst eyes, they look so…romantic."

Yet…one question remains on their minds…

"Who was that?"

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Well, how did it go? Flay's character seems 'too-good' right? But is she really that good? Let's see…

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(By the way, I just finished this chapter on Wednesday, May 18 – this means…today is Kira and Cagalli's birthday! Happy birthday to our beloved Gundam Seed twins! Yehey!)