Author's Note: I am announcing my pen name change from Misunderstood to Yeshua. Although this doesn't mean much, it's still cool though. Anyways, this is the first of two fanfics that are being developed after Dark Angel. It will sound a little confusing, since I'm experienced with writing things from chaos's point of view.

Title: Love Angel

Summary: (Xenosaga, Alternate Universe…or well time) Shion realizes she has an affinity for the mysterious chaos, but how can she get his attention, especially around Allen? Can a relationship bloom between the two? And what about Allen? Shionxchaos. Enjoy and review.

Rating: PG-13. Enjoy, that is all.

Disclaimer: I do not own any of Xenosaga, but if I did, I would make Episode III all about Yeshua.

Prelude: That Mysterious Boy

Durandal

Morning

Shion Uzuki:

I had gotten used to seeing him around anywhere on the Foundation. It seemed like he just took on a glow when he walked around the Elsa. The boy had fair, tanned brown skin that shimmered in any kind of light. At times, a small question arose in my mind about what it would be like to touch that skin…to taste it. But it was a passing thought. Hey, I was a woman—a single woman at that—and I could dream. Oh, I could dream. The boy also sported shimmering aquamarine eyes that never revealed what he was feeling within. They were always gentle…full of life and kindness. Not just towards me—to everyone. Ooh…and that fountain of silver hair. And those lips…a woman can dream.

"Good Morning, Shion."

I glanced up only to see the sparkling aquamarine eyes of chaos. A warm smile broke out on his thin caramel lips of his.

"Oh, chaos, good morning. I didn't hear you come in," I replied softly.

"Did you sleep well? I know our last mission was a little hard on all of us."

His smile grew brighter with every word he spoke. I could have melted right then and there, but I had to remember who I was. Wait…breathe. So what if he's hot…

"I'm fine. Thank you very much for asking, chaos. What about you?"

His smile faltered a bit.

"Same as always. Well, I have to go, Shion. The Elsa doesn't repair itself, you know."

I nodded, adding a warm smile to my expression.

"Ok then."

chaos turned away from me and walked further down the hall towards the train station. I watched him silently, noting the grace of his normal walk. I bit my lip gently. Although I was approaching my mid twenties (and my thoughts reflected that), I felt so lost. I suppose one person could be responsible for that really: Kevin. I pocked my Connection Gear and stood up. Kevin left a void in my heart that I thought could never fill up.

I started off towards the train station. I felt like catching up on some work on the Elsa with KOS-MOS. Vector was bound to be breathing down my neck soon, so I would share them the trouble. Is that all you think about? The job? chaos was standing on the train, holding the doors open with one gloved hand.

"Where are you going, Shion?" He asked.

"Oh, to the Elsa."

I picked up my pace and stepped onto the train. The doors slid shut behind me with a hiss.

"So, what are you doing on the Elsa?"

"I have to work on some things with KOS-MOS, so I won't get behind."

chaos gave me a strange look.

"Is that all you worry about?"

Huh?

"Huh?"

"I mean, I know your work with Vector is important, but you've got to make time for yourself. Experience life while you're young."

I was so taken back that I couldn't respond to his words. Well, I hadn't given any thought about my life seriously since Proto Omega and the end of all the frustration regarding it. I blew a sigh of relief when I was told that I had control over KOS-MOS again. The train stopped and the doors slid open. chaos stepped out ahead of me and started toward the catwalk that lead to the Elsa. I followed after him…stunned to silence after his comment. He brought up memories of my life with Kevin. I had a life back then, dare I say it. I was working on the KOS-MOS project, but it didn't seize a hold of my life like now. But then again, I had Kevin. Sweet, understanding Kevin.

The memory of his death was a bitter taste in my mouth.

"chaos…wait!" I shouted.

The silver haired boy stopped in his tracks and turned around.

"Something wrong?"

Here goes…

"You said I should experience life. I was wondering…how do you experience life?"

It sounded sort of confusing…my question.

"Um…sure. Let's go to the Foundation. There's a restaurant there you might like."

And he just blows off work like that? Man, he had guts. Captain Matthews was famous for his threats…

"Are you sure Captain Matthews won't say anything?"

chaos chuckled.

"Don't worry, they won't miss me, honestly. Besides, I'm hungry."

Kukai Foundation: City Sector 27

10:30 A.M.

chaos ate his small meager breakfast of two cream cheese bagels with his thin fingers. Yes, he was actually not wearing his gloves. I had never seen his hands before—at least not in a while. I had barely touched my small stack of pancakes, consumed by my own thoughts.

"You seem preoccupied," chaos stated softly.

"I just have a lot to think about."

"Ah I see…I won't ask if you don't want me to tell me about it."

"Why did you take me out to breakfast, chaos?"

"Well, I felt like you needed time to talk or rather…breathe away from your responsibilities."

I dropped my fork on my plate.

"I really don't want to talk."

"Ok then. We can just head back to the Elsa. No problem."

The Elsa

11:02 A.M.

chaos:

I wasn't really interested in my work at the moment. My behavior was what was drawing my attention away from it. What did I think I was doing with Shion? Well, I was just innocently taking her to breakfast, what was wrong with that? I was somewhat curious about her, especially now that there was nothing serious in the world to focus on. I may be angelic, but I was a guy and I shared a passing interest in women. So did I share an interest in Shion? I was actually wondering why she hadn't fallen in love with anybody.

I mean, Jr. had MOMO now and rumor has it that Ziggy was seeing someone. That left Allen and Shion. Allen had a good heart, but…at the rate he was going, he was going to die from either stress or unrequited love. Of course, there was Shion who had several layers of walls between her true self and the rest of the world. I wanted to peel away those walls, so she could be happy. I wouldn't get involved, but I would try to do as much as I could. I have such a good heart.

"Hey c-chaos."

My fingers froze over the keys of my keyboard. I turned around slowly…

"Allen, what brings you here?" I asked.

Allen looked like he had been through hell and back…literally. Pity came easily to me…

"I tried to ask the Chief out again."

"Oh, Allen, just give her some time ok?"

The rejection might have been my fault. I may have said something offensive to Shion that started this.

"I've always given her time. I swear I think I love her too much…God is playing a sick joke on me…"

Hey, I resent that.

"Come on, Allen. I'll buy you a drink."