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Chapter Ninety

Memories Part Two

Zaft Space-Two Years Ago

Aprilious One-Ryu's Office

For one strong year now Ryu always kept tabs on what was going on over in the satellite that Kira was stationed at. Many complaints were coming in from around the satellite about Kira's behavior; however Ryu made sure none would reach any ears that could hinder his plans. All reports were given to superiors on the satellite that were under Ryu's control, therefore nothing was getting leaked.

Ryu wanted to keep that fool of a chairman Gil in the dark until the time came and since there were so many complaints Ryu knew what he planned for was working.

Kira was growing darker by the day and the more complaints the better however Ryu decided that maybe now was the appropriate time to carry out something that needed to be done.

Ryu knew Gil wasn't going to be like this forever and soon if he kept holding back information Gil was going to start taking matters into his own hands and likely send in personal to report back to him on progress, Ryu knew this couldn't happen so he had to figure a way to counter any such measure and what he was doing now he found that solution.

Ryu was in his office looking at personal files, while he called in a few of his loyal military officers.

"You sent for my sir?" one officer asked.

Ryu looked up for only a second before heading back to his files, "What is the status on the operation?"

The officer quickly saluted before giving his report, "Our intelligence stats that there are enough complaints that we should be able to carry it out."

Ryu slight smirked, "The numbers?"

"Apparently from what your people indicate much of the security teams and just about all staff that are not in the loop…I guess he has been giving them a difficult time," the officer replied.

Ryu now looked up, "Start making the connections…it has been over a year, and now is the time to test his full potential."

"As you wish sir…when should we send them in?" the officer asked.

"Make your contacts now, make sure they are on board…however I don't want you to move in until I give the word, there is one more thing I would like to accomplish," Ryu said setting down the file.

The officer looked at it, it was apparently a picture of a young woman, Zaft experience was limited and she wasn't even a tactical officer.

"What will you do with her?" the officer asked.

"I like to call it hitting two birds with one stone, look at her family history," Ryu ordered.

The officer did just that, "A councilmen's daughter."

"Correct, I gathered all files, her resemblance and personality are just what I was looking for," Ryu replied.

"From what I heard it doesn't really matter to the commander, he takes a new one every so often, besides how can you be so sure he would want this one or vice versa," the officer replied.

Ryu smirked again, "Do you doubt my plans?"

The officer froze, "Never sir," he quickly replied.

"I will explain this very clearly," Ryu said as he went on, "I searched the data base for certain resemblances and personality traits that he draws himself to, I was going to select the highest ranking or one with the most ties to the chairman, and she is the result, with her father on the council and one that is close to Gil this should satisfy him enough to keep out of my business for now, now as I said it takes out two birds with one stone."

"She should be enough to satisfy Gil he has someone on the satellite, and her resemblance is enough that she should keep him satisfied, with her father's position this would be of help in the future," Ryu told them clearly.

"Yes sir," the officer replied.

"Don't concern yourself with those matters, you will see as it plays out in the future, just focus on the task I gave you," Ryu ordered.

Ryu then smiled, "His final test, as well as a moment that will give him the status he needs for the future."

"Yes sir," the officer replied saluting.

"One last thing," Ryu said as his voice tone changed.

It was enough to paralyze everyone there.

"If you fail to carry this out right, I will see your bodies shipped to your families in more pieces they can count," Ryu said deadly.

All knew that was serious.

All soon left as Ryu said that for one reason, everything would come to an end if this failed, the officers wanted to let Kira in on this so he could prepare, however Ryu wouldn't allow it or what kind of test would this be.

"I shall send in the first part immediately, we will give them a few weeks so in that time use this to set up plans and gain trust of satellites members, make sure none of our members interfere, I want this to carry out," Ryu told them seriously.

All saluted, "We shall begin immediately," the main officer replied as they left the room.

Ryu watched them leave as he glanced down at the file again, "He should respond to you well," Ryu replied as he picked up the phone.

"Now let's see just how far your training had gotten you," Ryu said as he made the call to the appropriate people.

The call was straight to the personal office as he had just assigned a new team to head to the satellite. It was a small research and data analysis team with that same young woman Ryu knew wouldn't allow the Commander attention to ignore.

The request was sent to a classified part of the personal office which only Ryu and Gil set up, it was for dealing with that satellite since that was a highly classified project still. Looking over the data the name of that woman caused attention to be shifted straight to the chairman since she was a councilmen's daughter, and as like everything else Gil took the bait as he approved the new team.

Having received new orders all personal gathered a week later to head straight to the satellite on their new assignment.

With part one complete; Ryu left it to his officers to take care of the real test. Which they had already begun planning.

Members on the satellite who were tired of Kira's brutality had taken the bait. They believed the chairman had heard their words and it was decided that the commander had to be taken down. It was left on a need to know basis on the satellite, nothing could get leaked from the inside and they were now told to wait for orders in regard of the exact operation. Kira couldn't be arrested right then and there as by what the message said was they wanted this done quietly.

Leaders in the security team spread the word about what they believed was the chairman's orders and now all they had to do was wait for a plan and the time to carry it out. All they knew now was they were getting extra support as security teams would be sent in to assist when the time came but that was all they had.

Members were glad for now since now they believed something could finally be done. All they had to do was wait and they could finally be rid of this monster…if only they knew they were all just pawns in an upcoming test.

Near the Secret Satellite-One Week Later

Shuttle

Zaft members looked out the window as they were approaching one of the most highly classified areas in Zaft space. On board she watched ahead as this was her very first main assignment.

The area outside was clear as it looked like empty space however that was the entire point.

She looked through her papers as she was a little nervous but also excited for such an assignment, in a place such as this only select few people were allowed access to it.

"You're getting restless," a voice next to her said.

She turned to look at another young lady near her age, they had just met for this assignment and they were becoming friends.

"I am just wondering what to expect," the first woman replied.

The other smiled, "All what I heard is this area is reported to the chairman and apparently they are working defensive weapons, I heard your father is on the council, haven't you heard anymore Sarah."

She shook her head, "I have heard anything, my father is too secretive, or he doesn't even know."

The other woman smiled, "Well I guess we will just find out, I wonder what our superior is like?"

Sarah looked at her, "I heard he is young, but not much more is known then that."

"Mysterious…well hopefully he will be easy on eyes," the other woman responded.

Sarah looked back to her papers as she took what her friend said in, well she would find out very soon, and that meeting would cause a drastic turn to her life.

The shuttle was guided in as they entered what some could say the place of no return.

Secret Satellite

On this fateful day Kira was doing the same routine over and over again. Work was progressing incredibility, mostly because of Kira running the staff into the ground, long hours and the threat of what would happen if they disobeyed.

Kira was currently in the training room working on his body when he got the call.

The training room was always reserved for him and others cleared out when he arrived, however none on this satellite could keep up with him. His physical strength multiplied many more times then any of the rest anyway. His genes many more times then ordinary coordinators made strength far easier to him.

Kira got a ring from his communicator as the call annoyed him, he hated being interrupted.

Placing the bars down he reached over to his communicator, just looking at him dark was about ninety five percent in control.

"Something better be on the verge of meltdown," Kira replied in the communicator.

The messenger froze for a second as the report was given, "Forgive me Commander…however the envoy from the Plants has…has arrived, they are waiting for you in dock two…"

"Do you think I would drop what I am doing to meet new staff members?" Kira said highly annoyed.

"I am very sorry sir…but I received transmission that the vice chairman has personally stated he wanted you to greet these people…" the scared messenger said.

Tone immediately changed in Kira, an order from Ryu was absolute, that was all that restricted dark was the loyalty to his master.

"I will head there immediately," Kira replied taking a towel and standing up.

Kira grabbed his coat as he headed out to greet these people.

Shuttle Hanger

People were heading off the shuttle as they looked around.

Sarah and her friend got off as they could tell immediately this was a very different military facility. Security was extremely tight but for some reason fear could be detected in the air.

"This has to be by far the most depressing place I had ever been," her friend whispered into her ears.

Sarah had to agree.

They were immediately called into attention as all went into formation and saluted as a superior officer arrived.

It was a middle aged man.

"That cannot be him," Sarah thought to herself.

The officer then spoke, "Welcome to the area that does not exist."

"All of you have been selected for this special assignment, you need only remember one simple thing and remember it well," the man said.

"The Commanders word is law," the man said very seriously.

"What he says does and how he runs things do not question and never speak back, don't say you haven't been warned on this matter," the officer replied.

That was a little freaky.

Sarah was now getting a bad feeling.

"Your work will be assigned as soon…" the officer couldn't finish as the doors behind him were opening.

The officer stopped and turned around as his eyes grew big.

The new soldiers all looked as well.

Sarah's friend slightly smiled, "Wow!"

Kira walked in and headed straight for the front.

Many saw his eyes as it could paralyze the devil with his stare. Not to mention he wasn't in his full uniform yet.

Sarah froze as well, however it was for a very different reason, sure the fear was in those eyes but she was memorized by him. Her heart was even pounding a little faster.

She was always very popular, kind and beautiful, however she was very reserved. She wasn't the type to go for just anybody. This time however she truly felt something for a man she hadn't even met yet.

Kira approached the front as he looked at the officer.

The officer saluted, "There all yours sir…I already gave them your first rule."

"Dismissed," Kira said as the officer backed away.

Kira looked at the crowd for the first time, "Since you know the basics I will tell you this once…do as your told and everything will be fine." Kira said as he started walking around them.

"You will quickly learn by others around the satellite about how I run things," Kira said as he was walking through the rows.

Kira sensed their fear, which meant they were learning quickly, the more fear the less baggage he has to deal with later.

Kira was near the center of one row when he noticed the first woman, which was Sarah's friend.

"Not bad…maybe later," Kira told himself as he just about froze when seeing the second one.

Sarah didn't look at him in the eyes because he was addressing them but she knew he was staring at her, and it was very hard not to take a glance.

Kira saw her as immediately images went to his head; her appearance and aura were somehow extremely familiar to his memory. Two images of the past came to him from her.

It was only about five seconds of silence however Kira continued to walk again. However as he did Sarah couldn't take it any longer as she glanced into his eyes.

That only lasted a split second as she quickly turned away not believing she actually looked into a superiors eyes when he was addressing them. However it was well worth it.

His eyes looked extremely dark and empty however she could swear she saw something else in there.

She was now waiting to be disciplined for looking into his eyes but it never came.

Kira continued walking as he went on.

She saw him leave as he wasn't in his full uniform and she couldn't hate what she saw. Her face grew a little red with his build.

Kira walked away as those images fresh in his mind were fresh. That was what he wanted.

Ryu's little plan worked as he wanted, he knew by her appearance and personality this would happen.

Kira soon dismissed these people as they headed off to get their security clearance and other such papers they needed.

Kira watched as she left.

"Commander," the officer said heading towards him.

"Get them working quickly, I will not be put behind schedule," Kira said leaving.

The officer saluted as he did just that.

With Kira

Kira left as he knew what he had to do.

"Commander," a voice called out to him.

Kira barely recalled that voice, it was of someone who he had a little fun with a while ago.

Kira stared at her darkly.

"I was wondering if you would…" she tried saying as he cut her off.

"What makes you think you have the right to address me?" Kira said deadly.

She took a step back, "Sir…I'm sorry but after…"

"Be grateful I allowed you the presence of my company, it is no longer required," Kira said looking away.

She looked hurt, "But, but you said I was number one," she said desperately.

"You will be number dead if you say one more word, your services are no longer required, not get out of my sight," Kira said as she quickly backed away and left.

Kira had other plans now.

With Sarah

Sarah finished getting her security card and such as she was looking for her room. Luckily she and her friend would be in the same room.

She walked in as it wasn't very big only for two people, but that was military life, she chose it.

She was getting situated when her friend walked in.

"I cannot believe you did that," her friend said with a small smile.

Sarah quickly looked, "What are you talking about?"

Her friend smiled, "You know…I have to admit he is much better to look at then other Commanders, just be cautious…there is something different about him."

Sarah looked away, that was obvious. On another note it's not like they might even meet again.

"Anyway what were you assigned to?" Her friend asked.

"Mobile suit analysis, apparently it's on one of the new models the commander is personally building," Sarah replied.

"Lucky you, I was assigned to a security team for whatever is in the main dock," her friend replied.

The two went on speaking as Sarah kept him in her mind however chances of seeing him in person were higher they might not even interact.

Around the Satellite

Word was spreading as the operation was being put into motion; all they needed now was approval and detail.

"Are you sure about this sir?" one person asked.

The one in charge inside made himself known; it was the same officer that was at the greeting. He put on a good act but he was extremely tired of the brutality and he wasn't one of Ryu's loyalists.

"The chairman understands and is working to take new action, all we have to be is ready so for now keep it on a need to know basis," the officer replied.

"Yes sir," a lone staff and security officer said.

"One last thing sir, what should we do about the new recruits?" the staff member said.

The officer turned around, "We cannot take any chances since they don't know the situation, for now keep them in the dark."

"Yes sir," they said as they left.

Present Day-Onogoro Headquarters

Kira told Lacus the story as what he knew up to the point. He could immediately tell how much it bothered her, even after all these years and what he had done she still cared for him. He could both see and sense it in her.

"So…that was your first meeting with her?" Lacus asked.

"Yes, I saw it all…one thing was correct, she did have a very big vibe that reminded me of you, no matter how much dark hated with my memories it was something he desired," Kira replied.

"What happened next?" Lacus asked.

"It was the very next day that I…he actually spoke to her," Kira replied as he continued with his story.

Secret Satellite-Two Years Ago

Armageddon's Hanger

The next day was the first day Sarah was to arrive at work.

She headed towards the hanger from what she learned was the personal mobile suit the commander himself would be piloting. She headed for the check points as security cleared her.

Her clearance checked out as they began allowing her to head in.

She walked in as she saw many engineers and such working hard.

She headed in as she reached the inside where the mobile suit was located. Looking up at the construction of the machine for some reason it made her feel a little uneasy. This mobile suit seemed to reflect its future master.

She soon found her supervisor, the top researcher in this area.

The researcher showed her around and then showed her the station she would be working at.

With a quick explanation she got everything she needed with the final words saying don't miss the deadlines.

Sarah noticed everything had to be done by certain times; she saw the massive amount of work that was given, whatever the case however she decided she would get this done.

Near the Hanger

Kira was headed to the hanger like usual to get back to work on the specs. However as he did he had a certain file in his hand, for some reason he had to know all he could about this girl. Something was pushing him to know.

Glancing through she was basically a rookie, which made him wonder why someone like her would be assigned here in the first place. Kira soon found the answer as he looked at her family history. Seeing the name of her parents made him believe he had the correct answer why.

Her father a councilmen and a rich history on her mothers side as well.

"Either something is up or she got a free pass because of her daddy, or possibility she has some genuine skills…I will soon find out, but why her," Kira said heading for the hanger. The last part was the feeling he was getting.

Armageddon's Hanger

Kira walked in as all did their usual routine as all stopped for a split second and saluted. Sarah did as well as she heard her supervisor say that was most important to remember.

Kira didn't acknowledge back as he went ahead to do what he had to. The staff returned to work as well.

Kira was walking over towards the head researchers when he suddenly stopped for a second.

"This feeling," Kira replied to himself as he quickly went back to work.

Kira first noticed her, she seemed hard at work. When he turned he could feel her glances.

"Commander the energy conservation you requested," the first researcher said.

The folder was handed to him a little shakily; they knew what would happen if it wasn't what Kira wanted.

Kira looked at the file, "Proceed," Kira replied as everything was worked the way he wanted.

That was a sigh of relief.

Sarah noticed the fear around him, his staff was afraid of him. Sure he seemed a little dangerous but she didn't think he was all that bad, if only she knew.

A few hours went by as she was just about finished with her first assignment; she was taking the results to her supervisor who was busy with something else at the moment.

"Are the calculations correct?" the supervisor asked.

"Yes sir, I checked them twice as ordered," she replied.

"I cannot leave this for the moment, deliver them to the researchers yourself," the boss said going back to work.

"Oh, yes sir," she replied as that was where the commander was located.

The truth was the guy wasn't busy at all but he was too cowardly to go over there himself, so he sent her.

Sarah headed over there as the commanders back was turned to her.

She stopped at the lead council as she saluted.

"State your business," she heard the voice say as it was the commander, but how, he wasn't looking.

"I have the calculations for the weapons calibrations sir," she replied.

Kira then turned it was her.

As soon as he met her a quick image was in his head as he shook his head a little to get it out.

The researchers looked almost in a panic, she spoke to him like that, sure it was nothing and he did ask but she wasn't supposed to be looking at him like that. He would never let this slide.

"We shall handle this sir, you don't need to waste your valuable time," a researcher said.

Kira stared at the researcher, "You give orders for me now?"

The researcher froze, "No sir, wait I was just…"

"Enough…leave us," Kira replied.

The entire head team stared at what in the world was going on.

Sarah really felt uncomfortable now.

All were gone as Kira looked at her.

"What are you?" Kira asked.

She quickly looked at him, "Ah…excuse me sir."

Kira slightly shook his head again, "I did some checking in your file; tell me why a rookie soldier was granted post to my satellite?"

Sarah was caught staring into the emptiness in his eyes as she heard his question, "I am a rookie as you say sir…however I was in the top of my class in both computer and mathematic skills…I applied for work in the capitol but they sent me here."

Kira kept looking at her, "This has nothing to do with your father?"

Sarah was a little surprised but not much, "I…I cannot say sir, it is possible I guess, but I can assure you I am well verse to do my job, I will not fail you."

Kira liked her response.

"We shall see, come here," Kira replied.

Sarah did as he told her and went near the council he was at.

"Solve this," Kira replied creating a little scenario on the monitor.

"What is the best solution to save energy with this problem," Kira told her.

Sarah looked at the problem as she went to work.

Kira only stared at her; the problem he gave her was one even the top researchers would have trouble with.

She looked at it for a few seconds before making the calculations needed.

Kira watched her.

She soon finished.

"I thought you said you wouldn't fail me," Kira told her.

Sarah looked at him as she thought for a second at a murderous intent but it quickly died down.

"You transferred power to late and I would lose half a second," Kira replied.

Sarah saw that, but she didn't think there was another way.

Kira then reached past her side and placed his hand on top of hers which was on the board.

Sarah slightly gasped as her heart raced again. Kira moved the cursor and gave the correct calibrations.

"In battle time is everything," Kira replied.

The moment his hand touched hers he got another image, this one made his head hurt a little.

Sarah couldn't believe how close he was, if she turned a little their faces would almost touch.

However she noticed something, his breathing was a little off. It was from the pain he was feeling in his head. She saw him take something out of his pocket and swallow it. There she first saw his pill use.

After a few seconds it calmed down.

"Even so you calibrated better then those fools as they could only get it to a second, keep this up and I will make use for you, dismissed," Kira told her.

Sarah slightly smiled as she saluted and headed back.

As she was heading out she could swear she heard whispers.

"Looks the commander found a new toy," one said.

"How many does that make now?" another asked.

"He'll bore of her after awhile like all the others," another said.

Sarah heard all of this despite how low they tried keeping their voices.

Among them was another that saw what happened, "This is why…he threw me away for her," the voice said as she stormed off.

Sarah returned to her station as her heart raced, now questions had to be answered.

Satellite-One week later

Sarah learned a lot of what had happened over the past week. She heard of the rumors that were now around about the commander and she heard of his atrocities with other women at night. These events were getting rather disturbing to her.

Her roommate and friend heard the stories as well. They had a talk about it and she was concerned that maybe this was a bad idea. Kira had started speaking to her more and she could see he was focused on her. However it was hard to tell if the rumors were true or not. They also heard he slaughtered people that disobeyed him but no one would ever admit it, they just heard in passing from certain people.

Sarah had never felt like this before, but maybe she should take a chance, maybe if all those rumors were true it might be different with her. Naïve talk it was but everything is about chance.

This was all talk however as the commander hadn't even moved on her yet, which was not what they heard about him as by now usually he would have used one and gotten rid of her by now.

She worked with him and never made any mistakes in her work; she also noticed he wasn't even alert when she approached anymore.

It was exactly seven days later that the first move was made.

Secret Satellite

Near the Hanger

Sarah was heading to her post looking at her files for the day when she bumped into someone, the person was in her way and didn't bother to move.

She looked up and noticed a very angry women, maybe a little older then her but not by much, however she was extremely angry.

"Stay away from him," She said angrily.

Sarah looked at her like she was nuts, "What are you talking about? Who are you?"

The women quickly knocked the files out of her hand. That was work heading straight for the commander.

Sarah quickly tried to pick that up as it was all in order.

"How dare you ignore me," She quickly said yanking on her to get her back to her feet.

"What are you doing?" Sarah asked again.

"He said I was number one, now your moving in all shamelessly, if you go near him I swear I will kill you," the women said.

Sarah noticed this woman looked like she was nuts.

"Don't you dare stare like that," the woman said slapping her extremely hard.

Sarah moved her head at the impact as it stung badly.

"I won't warn you again, stay away from my commander," she said heading out.

Sarah saw that as now she seemed she was in something she didn't need to be in, but what was going on.

If anything that first woman was likely more suitable for Kira as she could be pretty dark when need be.

Sarah got her papers as she quickly tried getting them in order as she presented them to the commander.

Kira could tell something was wrong immediately but didn't push the issue.

After the long shift was called he decided now was the time to confront this girl, he didn't really care what was bothering her, but he also wasn't in complete full control either and what didn't bother dark would bother the real Kira.

Present Day-Onogoro Headquarters

Kira finished up that part as Lacus listened.

"It was you wasn't it?" Lacus asked.

Kira nodded his head, "Yes, that time he needed those pills I gave him the images, being locked deep inside the subconscious experimenting was something I could do, I still don't fully understand that part and only one man can give me the true answers but that doesn't really matter for this part."

"I should skip what happened later," Kira replied.

Lacus shook her head, "I want to hear everything, you said you would so give me all the details…I need to hear it."

"Very well," Kira said continuing.

Secret Satellite-Two Years Ago

Shuttle Bay

Several members were gathered here as they were putting more information together to get rid of there commander.

They did this as often as all information would help.

They discussed just about everything they knew, but little did they know the call they really wanted was on its way shortly. Poor fools if they only knew.

Crew Barracks

In this wing of the satellite was where the crew stayed and the only area in their personal time they could wander. It was late but Sarah was still out at a window staring into space. What happened today was still very much on her mind. Some strange nut case girl hit her, but the reason was maybe now those rumors were true.

Even after a week she was feeling for the commander and she knew he had to be feeling it as well. However what he did goes against everything she held true. She would not become just another number to him.

"A little late to be pondering such thoughts," a voice said behind her.

Sarah quickly turned around, "Commander," she said as she saluted, "Is there something you need?"

Sarah knew this was strange he never came here.

"I don't like it when my staff slows work down, and today you were slower," Kira replied.

Sarah slightly turned, "I am very sorry sir, it won't happen again."

"See that it doesn't," Kira said as he approached within a few feet of her, "However confusion and hurt are based well inside you."

Sarah looked at him surprised, what was going on, it was like he could tell what she was thinking or something.

"How?" Sarah said as she felt his hand touch her cheek as she looked up at him.

"I…I won't become just another number," Sarah replied cannot believing what she said.

Kira stared at her, "I can feel your desire," Kira said stroking her cheek.

"I…I cannot if…" Sarah said.

"I will say this once, what I do will never be your concern…however I don't believe I will tire of you," Kira replied.

Sarah looked at him again, he was so dark with his words, but at the same time she didn't really care for whatever reason.

She didn't turn her head this time as she was frozen with his touch.

"I will grant your desire, in exchange you will free mine," Kira replied as he kissed her.

Sarah felt it as she kissed him back, this was her first and it hit her like lightning.

Kira immediately knew why she was troubled all day long as he felt a presence watching him. However he will handle that later.

Watching in the shadows was that women with her anger hitting highs, he never spoke words to her, he never showed her this much whatever he was showing her. She stormed off as she had enough of this but it wasn't over.

Aprilious One

Ryu got a report of things that were happening on the satellite that same night.

"He grew fond of her at least for now, I could use this in the future, however for now I believe it is time for the operation to begin," Ryu said as teams had been preparing for this and now Ryu was going to give them the authority.

Ryu made the call as now the test and the fun was going to begin.

Present Day-Onogoro Headquarters

Kira noticed the hurt on Lacus right then and there, it was far worse. However he did say he would tell her everything and he did.

Those actions hurt Lacus in the heart badly, however the fact he told her was a sign that this one was the real Kira.

"What gave me my reputation and many names came shortly after that," Kira replied as he went on.

To be continued…

(A\N): The next chapter the action picks of as the operation begins. I am sorry for the late updating but orders are orders. This chapter showed more of what happened in the past and I used it to get the feel back of writing. I will try to get as many chapters out before I have to disappear again.