This is just a two-shot for now. I do not own X-Men or Code Geass. They are the properties of their respective owners.
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"I still don't agree with this" Cornelia said through the screen of the video chat.
"I know sister. But this is the right thing to do. And it will help deter future conflicts."
Euphemia knew that tensions were rising in Japan. There was still so much violence after the invasion. People were still getting hurt. She couldn't stand by anymore.
Cornelia sighed. "I still think it's risky. But you already made the choice. And even Schneizel agrees with you. I can't stop you anymore" Cornelia took a deep breath. "All I can do is wish you luck."
Euphemia smiled. "Don't worry sister. I'm sure everything will turn out well."
The video call ended after that. Euphemia was now left alone in her office with nothing but paperwork and her own thoughts.
"Today will work. It has to. We can finally have peace if it does."
Smiling softly, her eyes darted to a picture frame she kept on her desk. One that she had since childhood. A picture of her and her siblings when she was younger. There were two in particular that stood out to her.
"Lelouch. Nunnally. Today is for you."
Inside a room in the stadium, a man was washing a knife.
If anyone were to look inside the room, the would see a strong young man. One dressed in the clothes of a loyal knight. Pearl White gloves covered his hands. He had flawless skin and not a single mark on him.
But if people were to see the knife, they would also see blood flowing from it. They would also see a deranged, desperate look on the young man's face.
A knock was heard on the door.
"Suzaku? Are you ready?"
"Euphie" he muttered, moving quickly to put away the knife. He also scrambled to prepare himself.
"Give me a second." He pulled up the sleeves on his shirt, four his jacket, and tied the pin to his chest. The same one she had given him when she chose him as her knight.
Taking a breath, Suzaku walked to the door and opened it.
Euphie had a concerned look. "Are you alright Suzaku? You look tired."
"I'm fine. Fine. Just a little nervous about today."
Euphie looked indignant. "Why? Are you doubting my plan?"
Suzaku's eyes shot up. "No! No! It's just... well, a lot of things could happen. I just think we should be prepared for the worst."
Euphie smiled. "Don't worry Suzaku. I'm sure everything will be fine. he Special Zone will let everyone be equal and happy. And everybody wants peace. I'm sure it will be fine."
Despite his doubts, Suzaku skilled. It was nice to have some optimism. Even if he doubted all of Japan would be happy with the zone. At least those that believed in peace could be safe.
Maybe then his penance would be paid.
"Come on now. Let's not dilly-dally. The zone won't announce itself."
"Right," Suzaku said softly. "Let's go."
"I still don't think this is a good idea."
Within the shadows of an abandoned warehouse, a young man stepped out of the shadows. He had dark hair, violet eyes, and a small scar behind his left ear. He was wearing a black jumpsuit, one accented with purple highlights around his hands and feet. A long black cape flowed behind him, and a black metal helmet with a purple orb obscuring the face was in his grip.
"We've been over this Cera. The time for hiding is over" he said. "Besides, you still agreed to help me."
A young woman stepped forward to meet him. She had green hair and amber eyes, and she was wearing nothing but white. Her face, while young, seemed aged by the lines under her eyes.
"What makes you think the time for hiding will ever end Lelouch? You know they will never accept us."
"I know that. I am not going to appeal to them."
A moment passed, before Cera's eyes widened in realization.
"You're going to appeal to us."
"Exactly. I will give them a force to rally behind. They must know that they are not alone. That they have no reason to fear anymore."
"We both now that last one isn't true," Cera said sadly. "Even if all of our kind came to you, the humans would still resist. There would still be war."
"That is inevitable. Humans will always fear the very thought of their own extinction. They would rather destroy that which is different than attempt to understand. No one is exempt from their cruelty" Lelouch said bitterly.
"I know. But-" Cera looked down. Tears were threatening to fall from her eyes. "I don't want a war. I- I don't want..."
"Cera," Lelouch said, holding her cheek in his hand. "I don't want a conflict either. But do you honestly think we have any other choice? After what happened with Shaw? After with... Nunnally?"
Cera closed her eyes to hold back the pain. Lelouch did as well. Both names bought back painful memories neither of them wanted to revisit.
"I don't want to fight. But we can't hide forever. That's no way to live."
Steeling herself, Cera held up her head. "You're right. I know you are. It's just that I never thought... we would actually make it to this point. I- I don't know."
Dropping his helmet to the ground, Lelouch grasped her other cheek in his hand. "You're not weak Cera. I won't lie and say I'm not afraid either. But I can't let things keep going this way."
"I know."
Smiling gently, Lelouch pulled Cera closer to him.
"I promise, this will all work out in the end. We'll finally be able to live once this is all over. We'll be free."
For the first time in a long time, Cera smiled.
"I'd like that."
Without a moment of hesitation, they both leaned into each other. Their lips taking no time to meet.
The kiss was long, passionate, and full of longing. They both knew it would be along time before they could embrace each like this again.
When they separated, the tension of the moment was relieved. At least in part.
"I've picked a name," Cera suddenly said.
"A name?"
"You once said I should pick a new name. One that will reflect what I really am."
"You remember that?" Lelouch asked. He had told her that years ago, sometime after they had both met.
"Of course I do" Cera teased.
"What is it?"
Cera took a moment to answer. She almost seemed to hesitate.
"C.C. I'll be C.C."
"C.C?" Lelouch rolled the name off his tongue. "Strange, I'll admit. But I think it fits."
"I know. That's why I chose it."
Smiling fully, Lelouch picked up his helmet. "I had mine picked years ago. It's time to let the world know what it is."
Cera nodded, her resolve now set. "Make sure not to stay around too long. I plan to escape the moment my part is over. We don't need you to risk too much on the first outing. I'll be waiting at the safe house."
"Anything else you feel the need to remind me of?"
"Yes. Make sure to change into some normal clothes to buy pizza. I don't think the cape will get you any discounts."
Lelouch chuckled. "Of course."
Their hands held each other for a brief moment.
"Make sure you come back."
"Don't worry. I will."
The two then walked their own ways. Cera made her way to the back exit.
Lelouch places his helmet on his head, securing it in his spot. He then spins his index finger, making the front door open itself.
"It's time to change the world."
The reason I wrote this is because, after rewatching X-Men First Class, I realized a lot of similarities between Lelouch and Erik. Both are men who had their lives destroyed by those in power. Both are men who created alter-egos in order to fight that same system of oppression, in the hopes of creating a better future for those they care about. And both of them use violence to attain their goals.
The next chapter of this two-shot will see Lelouch unveil his plan. It will be quiet the spectacle.
I plan to have the next part come out tomorrow, so long as nothing unexpected happens. I have no current plans to continue this after that, but we'll see what happens in the future.
Anyway, leave me your thoughts in the reviews, and I will see you all next time.
Bye!