Title: The Ancient
Author: Shinigami's Minion
Pairing: 2x1 maybe 3x4 (not sure yet)
Warnings: (mainly for later chapters) AU, angst, blood, romance, lemon, Evil Relena (if you like her I don't suggest reading this), OOC
Disclaimer: As much as I love Gundam Wing its characters do not belong to me. However, the other characters that I have mentioned do.
Feedback: Yes please review. I'll be very grateful
I'd like to give big thanks to: x1-TaKeN-oVeR - I'm sorry!! But don't worry nothing happens between Zechs and Heero. I was gonna have it in my fic but then I found a lot of readers would be upset so I changed my plans. CinC - sorry for the confusion. Heero has angel blood but he's not an angel therefore he can die and since Duo drank his blood earlier he got changed into a vampire. Ozzypoos - I'm glad you like this chapter. Don't worry about not reviewing the last. Zechs isn't really the bad guy you'll see. Yume Maxwell-Yuy - Sorry I didn't update sooner. I'm glad you like my fic. Hope you like this chapter too!! Tama-Kitsune - Aww don't kill Zechs just yet!!! He's not a bad kind you'll see. Sorry for the long wait for this chapter. Animegirl1234 - Here's the next chapter. Sorry for the long wait. Agreed - Thanks so much!! I'm glad you like the plot. Hope you like the other twists and turns I add in later. AHHHHH - ::she is typing furiously:: Your review actually made me want to write more!! I'm sorry for the long wait but the reason why I couldn't update sooner is written below. The fic is nearly complete only a few more chapters to go . sorry you got up that early to find it incomplete. Dutchess of Darkness - Thanks so much. Enjoy this chapter although I don't think it is as long as the last sorry. Cherrii - Thanks so much. Hope you enjoy this chapter. Memine - I'm sorry that you feel the way you and I hope this makes up for it slightly.
/thoughts/
"Speech"
//telepathy//
~*change in scene/passed time*~
Chapter 25
Heero woke the next morning alone in the king sized bed. Sitting up slowly he looked around the room to find Zechs sitting on a leather armchair opposite the bed. He seemed quite comfortable just sitting there watching as Heero slept. He could feel Heero's discomfort as he looked at him and no matter what anyone said he couldn't even think about hurting the innocent being that trusted him so easily. Getting up from the seat he moved towards Heero and sat next to him on the bed.
"What is wrong young one?"
Heero didn't know how to answer Zechs. He didn't know how to tell the person that was meant to be his lover that he couldn't remember him or that he didn't feel very comfortable with the thought of them being lovers. It seemed he didn't have to say anything though as Zechs was able to read it from the expressions on his face.
"Do not worry Heero. I completely understand why you would feel uncomfortable being with me. Not everything you are told around here is true."
"What do you mean?"
Zechs could see the confusion in Heero's gaze and he wasn't quite sure how to answer that question. To go against Yama would mean his death and if he died there was no telling what would happen to Heero. He didn't want to lie to Heero either but it seemed he would have to.
"Well you see many around here would tell you that we are lovers but that is only because they assuming too much from a close friendship."
Heero still looked confused not quite grasping what Zechs meant.
"You see everyone is just misinformed. We are not really lovers we are just close friends and because of that everyone assumed we were more. So we decided to indulge them and that is why mostly everyone here will tell you that we are lovers."
Zechs could see that Heero understood what he meant and he was glad. Although he lied it was a complete lie because he really did what Heero's friendship and this way they would still seem like they were lovers so Zechs would be able to keep Heero safe.
"Come now it is time that you got up and dressed. You have along day ahead of you and we do not want to displease our master now do we?"
Nodding his head Heero got up following Zechs to a bathing area. Once he was ready he was lead to a training room and he thought he saw flashes of a room that looked similar to this one. Shaking off the images Heero decided to analyze them later and instead he concentrated on the day that was ahead of him.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Duo had spent the entire night with the seekers trying to find any hint as to where Heero could have been taken and they had come up with nothing. He was now exhausted and after much argument his father had convinced him to get some rest. He didn't understand how he would sleep knowing that Heero may be in danger. Lying in his bed he closed his eyes, searching deep within himself to see if he could feel anything that could guide him to Heero. He could still feel Heero's presence and he knew that Heero was still alive and hopefully safe. Lying there content, for the moment, with the knowledge that Heero was safe Duo was able to slowly drift off to sleep.
As Duo drifted deeper into slumber he could feel himself, or rather a part of him, floating. Looking around him he saw himself moving further and further away from his home till he reached a field filled with flowers of varying species. He felt his feet touch the ground lightly and he looked around him. His eyes widened in shock at the sight of his mother sitting on a bench in the middle of the field. Running towards her he fell into the welcoming arms that opened for him. Hugging his mum tightly for a few moments Duo stepped back to look at her.
"I have missed you my son."
"And I have missed you too mother."
Sitting next to his mother on the bench he looked to her knowing she would be able to help him with his problems. But first there was one thing he wanted to ask.
"Mother where are we and how did I get here?"
Chuckling at Duo's curiosity Itara began to wonder from whom he had got that nature. Before she could contemplate it further she felt a tug on her sleeve and decided to answer her son's questions first.
"Well Duo this place is another plane which vampires can use to communicate in while they dream. It is one way for vampires to search and find their mates. This plane I had designed myself as an escape so that I can come here whenever I need peace. As for how you got here that would be because of me. I lead your spirit to this plane so that we can talk. I had sensed that something was not right. What is happening at home?"
Duo took a breath and began to tell her of everything that had happened ever since the day Itara left. Once he was done he looked at his mother's face and knew she was furious at what had transpired.
"I knew those villains where planning something but to go that far. I knew we could not trust Relena but nobody would listen to me. I swear if I get my hands on the person behind this they will regret ever messing with my family."
"Not if I get them first mother. No one takes what belongs to me!!"
Smiling at her son she nodded in understanding. This was his battle and she knows he will do everything in his power to get Heero back.
"Well first thing is first we have to find where Heero is. Do you have any ideas?"
"He is being kept in the castle of Shadow City but I no matter how hard the seekers and I try we can not locate it. Mother? What's wrong?"
Itara was shocked to find out where Heero was kept. If he really was in the Shadow City then Itara knew who took him and there would only be one reason behind it. Duo watched as his mother's face became serious and she spoke in a stern voice.
"That means only one thing. Yama is the one holding Heero captive."
"Yama?"
"Yes, he is the Lord of the Shadow City and ruler of all the demons dwelling under it. I do not think I would be wrong in assuming that he has been planning this for a very very long time and he is the one who sent those demons to kill Heero's parents."
"But why would he want Heero?"
"That is of no concern right now. The main thing we have to do is get Heero back. The reason why the seekers can not find the cite is because it has a camouflage barrier around it and the seekers would not be able to see through that barrier no matter how strong they are. Do not worry though son for I know where it is. I want you to prepare yourself and keep train because I need you to be stronger if you are going to save Heero. In about two weeks time I will contact you telepathically and I shall guide you to where you need to go."
Hugging her son Itara stood up about to send her son back when he stopped her.
"Mother when will you be coming back home?"
"I do not know my child."
"But why not? Father has realized his mistakes and he is improving. He is helping me to find Heero but most of all he misses you."
"I know he does my son. I can feel just as I can feel when you miss me. I promise you I will come back as soon as I can. Maybe when this battle is over. You must rest now son. Sleep well."
Duo could feel himself floating again and soon found himself back in his bed. He didn't quite understand what his mother meant when she said he'd be fighting a battle. Right now though he decided not to dwell too much on it. Turning on to his side Duo fell back into slumber but this times his dreams were filled with the image of tousled brown hair and deep, cobalt, blue eyes.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
In the middle of Shadow City, within the castle walls, Heero followed Zechs back to his room having not yet familiarized himself with his surroundings. Throughout the day he would have flashes of a palace that was very similar to this one but which had an entirely different air around it. He didn't know what to think and he decided that he should not tell Yama about it but maybe he could ask Zechs about it. His day had gone well with no problems and his training was really helping him to get to grips with his new offensive powers. After spending a few hours with Yama it had been explained to him that most of his powers were defensive but now that he was a vampire he would also be able to cause damage to his opponents. After that he spent a few hours training with Zechs who seemed to be a higher- ranking vampire [1] within the palace and he was pleased with how well he handled himself. It seemed he was not the only one who was pleased with how well he did. As he walked down the corridors for the second time, he found himself learning where everything was. He now could also hear the whispers flying around the palace and he knew that many of them were concerning him. He didn't know whether it was the rumours or the training that had worn him out so much. But he was glad that throughout his day no one had overstepped his or her boundaries. Whenever anyone would try anything Zechs would be at his side and then the threat was gone. Heero was so deep in thought he didn't realize they had already reached Zechs' room but something was different. Looking up he was surprised to see that the luxurious king sized bed had been removed and in its place were two comfortable single beds. He looked to Zechs questioningly.
"I got these moved in here when you were talking with Lord Yama. I thought you would feel more comfortable this way."
"But what about you. These beds will hardly be as comfortable as the bed you use to have."
"Really Heero it is nothing. I do not wish for you to feel uncomfortable around me and I want to show you that I meant we were friends. This is my way of proving to you I mean you no harm."
"Thank you."
"You are welcome. Now it is time you rested you have worn yourself out today."
Nodding Heero changed and got into the bed. He watched as Zechs turned off the lights and climbed into his own bed.
"Zechs can I ask you something."
"Go ahead."
"I have been getting these strange flashes all day. I've been seeing rooms and areas similar to the ones at this palace but I know somehow it is not the same. Do you know what it means."
"Well little one the only thing I can think it would be would be flashes from your past. From before you became a vampire."
"But then why are they so different from this palace if this is where I have been all along?"
"I do not know the answer to that Heero only you do. Remember I told you not to believe what everyone says and that includes Lord Yama."
"What do you mean?"
"Do not worry about it now. You will understand what I mean when the time is right. You need to rest now. Good night Heero. Have pleasant dreams."
"Night Zechs."
Turning so his back was facing Zechs bed Heero closed his eyes and fell into a deep slumber. However, his sleep was disturbed by dreams of a shadow with long hair and piercing eyes.
Tbc.
[1] All this means is that Zechs is one of the more powerful vampires in the castle but he is not the most powerful.
SM: Finally I got another chapter done!! I'm so very sorry for the long wait but during the summer I have been very busy and recently I have been packing to move to university. I have to also apologise because I don't know how long it will take me to write the next chapter as I am moving to uni on Sunday but if you bare with me I will get it done and posted as soon as I can as there are only a few more chapters left before this fic is finished. I hope no one is mad at me now coz I have made Zechs a friend to Heero rather then a lover.
Duo: It's a good thing you did or I might have had to hurt you!!
SM: Don't you start with me or you might regret it!!
Duo: You threatening me? ::pulls out a scythe::
SM: ::runs and hides:: Please review everyone so Duo will forget about hunting me down!!
Author: Shinigami's Minion
Pairing: 2x1 maybe 3x4 (not sure yet)
Warnings: (mainly for later chapters) AU, angst, blood, romance, lemon, Evil Relena (if you like her I don't suggest reading this), OOC
Disclaimer: As much as I love Gundam Wing its characters do not belong to me. However, the other characters that I have mentioned do.
Feedback: Yes please review. I'll be very grateful
I'd like to give big thanks to: x1-TaKeN-oVeR - I'm sorry!! But don't worry nothing happens between Zechs and Heero. I was gonna have it in my fic but then I found a lot of readers would be upset so I changed my plans. CinC - sorry for the confusion. Heero has angel blood but he's not an angel therefore he can die and since Duo drank his blood earlier he got changed into a vampire. Ozzypoos - I'm glad you like this chapter. Don't worry about not reviewing the last. Zechs isn't really the bad guy you'll see. Yume Maxwell-Yuy - Sorry I didn't update sooner. I'm glad you like my fic. Hope you like this chapter too!! Tama-Kitsune - Aww don't kill Zechs just yet!!! He's not a bad kind you'll see. Sorry for the long wait for this chapter. Animegirl1234 - Here's the next chapter. Sorry for the long wait. Agreed - Thanks so much!! I'm glad you like the plot. Hope you like the other twists and turns I add in later. AHHHHH - ::she is typing furiously:: Your review actually made me want to write more!! I'm sorry for the long wait but the reason why I couldn't update sooner is written below. The fic is nearly complete only a few more chapters to go . sorry you got up that early to find it incomplete. Dutchess of Darkness - Thanks so much. Enjoy this chapter although I don't think it is as long as the last sorry. Cherrii - Thanks so much. Hope you enjoy this chapter. Memine - I'm sorry that you feel the way you and I hope this makes up for it slightly.
/thoughts/
"Speech"
//telepathy//
~*change in scene/passed time*~
Chapter 25
Heero woke the next morning alone in the king sized bed. Sitting up slowly he looked around the room to find Zechs sitting on a leather armchair opposite the bed. He seemed quite comfortable just sitting there watching as Heero slept. He could feel Heero's discomfort as he looked at him and no matter what anyone said he couldn't even think about hurting the innocent being that trusted him so easily. Getting up from the seat he moved towards Heero and sat next to him on the bed.
"What is wrong young one?"
Heero didn't know how to answer Zechs. He didn't know how to tell the person that was meant to be his lover that he couldn't remember him or that he didn't feel very comfortable with the thought of them being lovers. It seemed he didn't have to say anything though as Zechs was able to read it from the expressions on his face.
"Do not worry Heero. I completely understand why you would feel uncomfortable being with me. Not everything you are told around here is true."
"What do you mean?"
Zechs could see the confusion in Heero's gaze and he wasn't quite sure how to answer that question. To go against Yama would mean his death and if he died there was no telling what would happen to Heero. He didn't want to lie to Heero either but it seemed he would have to.
"Well you see many around here would tell you that we are lovers but that is only because they assuming too much from a close friendship."
Heero still looked confused not quite grasping what Zechs meant.
"You see everyone is just misinformed. We are not really lovers we are just close friends and because of that everyone assumed we were more. So we decided to indulge them and that is why mostly everyone here will tell you that we are lovers."
Zechs could see that Heero understood what he meant and he was glad. Although he lied it was a complete lie because he really did what Heero's friendship and this way they would still seem like they were lovers so Zechs would be able to keep Heero safe.
"Come now it is time that you got up and dressed. You have along day ahead of you and we do not want to displease our master now do we?"
Nodding his head Heero got up following Zechs to a bathing area. Once he was ready he was lead to a training room and he thought he saw flashes of a room that looked similar to this one. Shaking off the images Heero decided to analyze them later and instead he concentrated on the day that was ahead of him.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Duo had spent the entire night with the seekers trying to find any hint as to where Heero could have been taken and they had come up with nothing. He was now exhausted and after much argument his father had convinced him to get some rest. He didn't understand how he would sleep knowing that Heero may be in danger. Lying in his bed he closed his eyes, searching deep within himself to see if he could feel anything that could guide him to Heero. He could still feel Heero's presence and he knew that Heero was still alive and hopefully safe. Lying there content, for the moment, with the knowledge that Heero was safe Duo was able to slowly drift off to sleep.
As Duo drifted deeper into slumber he could feel himself, or rather a part of him, floating. Looking around him he saw himself moving further and further away from his home till he reached a field filled with flowers of varying species. He felt his feet touch the ground lightly and he looked around him. His eyes widened in shock at the sight of his mother sitting on a bench in the middle of the field. Running towards her he fell into the welcoming arms that opened for him. Hugging his mum tightly for a few moments Duo stepped back to look at her.
"I have missed you my son."
"And I have missed you too mother."
Sitting next to his mother on the bench he looked to her knowing she would be able to help him with his problems. But first there was one thing he wanted to ask.
"Mother where are we and how did I get here?"
Chuckling at Duo's curiosity Itara began to wonder from whom he had got that nature. Before she could contemplate it further she felt a tug on her sleeve and decided to answer her son's questions first.
"Well Duo this place is another plane which vampires can use to communicate in while they dream. It is one way for vampires to search and find their mates. This plane I had designed myself as an escape so that I can come here whenever I need peace. As for how you got here that would be because of me. I lead your spirit to this plane so that we can talk. I had sensed that something was not right. What is happening at home?"
Duo took a breath and began to tell her of everything that had happened ever since the day Itara left. Once he was done he looked at his mother's face and knew she was furious at what had transpired.
"I knew those villains where planning something but to go that far. I knew we could not trust Relena but nobody would listen to me. I swear if I get my hands on the person behind this they will regret ever messing with my family."
"Not if I get them first mother. No one takes what belongs to me!!"
Smiling at her son she nodded in understanding. This was his battle and she knows he will do everything in his power to get Heero back.
"Well first thing is first we have to find where Heero is. Do you have any ideas?"
"He is being kept in the castle of Shadow City but I no matter how hard the seekers and I try we can not locate it. Mother? What's wrong?"
Itara was shocked to find out where Heero was kept. If he really was in the Shadow City then Itara knew who took him and there would only be one reason behind it. Duo watched as his mother's face became serious and she spoke in a stern voice.
"That means only one thing. Yama is the one holding Heero captive."
"Yama?"
"Yes, he is the Lord of the Shadow City and ruler of all the demons dwelling under it. I do not think I would be wrong in assuming that he has been planning this for a very very long time and he is the one who sent those demons to kill Heero's parents."
"But why would he want Heero?"
"That is of no concern right now. The main thing we have to do is get Heero back. The reason why the seekers can not find the cite is because it has a camouflage barrier around it and the seekers would not be able to see through that barrier no matter how strong they are. Do not worry though son for I know where it is. I want you to prepare yourself and keep train because I need you to be stronger if you are going to save Heero. In about two weeks time I will contact you telepathically and I shall guide you to where you need to go."
Hugging her son Itara stood up about to send her son back when he stopped her.
"Mother when will you be coming back home?"
"I do not know my child."
"But why not? Father has realized his mistakes and he is improving. He is helping me to find Heero but most of all he misses you."
"I know he does my son. I can feel just as I can feel when you miss me. I promise you I will come back as soon as I can. Maybe when this battle is over. You must rest now son. Sleep well."
Duo could feel himself floating again and soon found himself back in his bed. He didn't quite understand what his mother meant when she said he'd be fighting a battle. Right now though he decided not to dwell too much on it. Turning on to his side Duo fell back into slumber but this times his dreams were filled with the image of tousled brown hair and deep, cobalt, blue eyes.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
In the middle of Shadow City, within the castle walls, Heero followed Zechs back to his room having not yet familiarized himself with his surroundings. Throughout the day he would have flashes of a palace that was very similar to this one but which had an entirely different air around it. He didn't know what to think and he decided that he should not tell Yama about it but maybe he could ask Zechs about it. His day had gone well with no problems and his training was really helping him to get to grips with his new offensive powers. After spending a few hours with Yama it had been explained to him that most of his powers were defensive but now that he was a vampire he would also be able to cause damage to his opponents. After that he spent a few hours training with Zechs who seemed to be a higher- ranking vampire [1] within the palace and he was pleased with how well he handled himself. It seemed he was not the only one who was pleased with how well he did. As he walked down the corridors for the second time, he found himself learning where everything was. He now could also hear the whispers flying around the palace and he knew that many of them were concerning him. He didn't know whether it was the rumours or the training that had worn him out so much. But he was glad that throughout his day no one had overstepped his or her boundaries. Whenever anyone would try anything Zechs would be at his side and then the threat was gone. Heero was so deep in thought he didn't realize they had already reached Zechs' room but something was different. Looking up he was surprised to see that the luxurious king sized bed had been removed and in its place were two comfortable single beds. He looked to Zechs questioningly.
"I got these moved in here when you were talking with Lord Yama. I thought you would feel more comfortable this way."
"But what about you. These beds will hardly be as comfortable as the bed you use to have."
"Really Heero it is nothing. I do not wish for you to feel uncomfortable around me and I want to show you that I meant we were friends. This is my way of proving to you I mean you no harm."
"Thank you."
"You are welcome. Now it is time you rested you have worn yourself out today."
Nodding Heero changed and got into the bed. He watched as Zechs turned off the lights and climbed into his own bed.
"Zechs can I ask you something."
"Go ahead."
"I have been getting these strange flashes all day. I've been seeing rooms and areas similar to the ones at this palace but I know somehow it is not the same. Do you know what it means."
"Well little one the only thing I can think it would be would be flashes from your past. From before you became a vampire."
"But then why are they so different from this palace if this is where I have been all along?"
"I do not know the answer to that Heero only you do. Remember I told you not to believe what everyone says and that includes Lord Yama."
"What do you mean?"
"Do not worry about it now. You will understand what I mean when the time is right. You need to rest now. Good night Heero. Have pleasant dreams."
"Night Zechs."
Turning so his back was facing Zechs bed Heero closed his eyes and fell into a deep slumber. However, his sleep was disturbed by dreams of a shadow with long hair and piercing eyes.
Tbc.
[1] All this means is that Zechs is one of the more powerful vampires in the castle but he is not the most powerful.
SM: Finally I got another chapter done!! I'm so very sorry for the long wait but during the summer I have been very busy and recently I have been packing to move to university. I have to also apologise because I don't know how long it will take me to write the next chapter as I am moving to uni on Sunday but if you bare with me I will get it done and posted as soon as I can as there are only a few more chapters left before this fic is finished. I hope no one is mad at me now coz I have made Zechs a friend to Heero rather then a lover.
Duo: It's a good thing you did or I might have had to hurt you!!
SM: Don't you start with me or you might regret it!!
Duo: You threatening me? ::pulls out a scythe::
SM: ::runs and hides:: Please review everyone so Duo will forget about hunting me down!!