Two halves of a whole Chapter 5: Boring meetings with boring people, a gundam wing/ac fanfic

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Those who stand for nothing fall for anything. -Alex Hamilton

Boring meetings with boring people.

Two weeks later…

Kat nearly groaned as the politician continued his rant. When would this guy just shut up? She would have given him a black eye a long time ago, but of course Relena would never do such a thing. These meetings were ultimately boring.

Eventually she tuned the guy out and found herself curiously studying her other bodyguard, other than Duo that is, the mysterious Trowa Barton. He was a riddle to her. A silent man, then again he proved to be able to say many things without words.

The tall man slightly nodded his head towards the men sitting at the table who had stopped talking. Kat quickly regained her composure, slightly flustered at being caught and turned her attention to the politicians who were all staring at her as if waiting for an answer.

She knew she had to think of something and quick. What was the meeting about again? Oh yeah, they wanted the government leave the control of electricity and such in the hands of the public and cut back on the government funding. Obviously they couldn't agree and wanted to know her opinion.

She looked them in the eyes, one by one. "I feel that it should remain in the hands of the government."

Some had already started to protest but she held up her hand. "Hear me out senator Roalins, if we were to leave it in the hands of various corporations it would be all about profit. The corporations would benefit but the people would most definitely not. The prices would go through the roof and hardly anyone would be able to afford electricity, something we feel everyone should have. Correct?"

The men nodded.

"As for cutting back the government funding, why would we need to?"

Once again the men began to protest but she silenced them. "I know the government is having trouble with its finances. However I feel we should ask ourselves, what is costing us a lot of money and does not serve any purpose."

"The preventers."

Kat looked at the man who had spoken. It was Senator Bailey, a grumpy old man. " So you feel that supporting the people serving to protect us from war and terrorists whose goal it is to hurt people, not just anyone but the most innocent of all, our children, is unnecessary?"

The Senator remained silent.

"Then what do you feel is an unnecessary expense?" Another man, Senator Dellano spoke up.

She smiled. "Have any of you ever wondered how much those fancy balls cost that we are so intent on having? Did any of you know that if we spent the same amount on food for the homeless we would be able to feed over a thousand people for a week? Not to mention the costs of having it organized, decorated and secured. And then there is our salary, it is amazing how much we pay people just to make sure that the people get what they deserve and how those people seem intent on looking out for what is best for them instead."

Now all the men were gaping and were looking shocked at the Vice Foreign Minister. Inwardly Kat grimaced, she had gotten carried away.

Then Senator Dellano and Senator Roallins and a few others applauded. "Well said Minister Darlain."

Senator Bailey just mumbled something she couldn't hear.

Kat was relieved, they hadn't noticed she was a bit distracted. She smiled and stood up. "Now if you would all be so kind to excuse me, I have engagements elsewhere."

The men simultaneously agreed and said their goodbyes. Trowa ushered her out and they headed towards the car. "You spoke quite boldly today Relena, usually you wouldn't take such chances." His visible green eye watched her reaction.

Kat was thrown off balance. "Well, they were starting to get to me."

Trowa seemed amused by that answer and dropped the subject. The ride back to the office was a silent one.

As soon as she got into her office she shut the door. Her chair was turned away from her and she could not see who was in it. "You need to be more careful." The chair swivelled around and then Noin was facing her.

Kat growled in frustration. "You try hanging around them in one room for a while and not hurting any of them. Mouthing them off was the least I could do." She took the seat across Noin.

"I know, I really do, but if you keep doing this they are going to catch on."

Kat stood up again and started pacing. "I can't believe she could put up with all of this."

"Do you think Trowa caught on?"

"No, not yet. But you were right, I'm going to have to be more careful around him."

Noin turned to look out of the window. "Zechs wants to have a word with you. They're assigning you a new bodyguard."

"Great, as if I don't have enough problems."

"It's Heero Yuy."

Kat's eyes widened. "What! What the hell is that guy doing back? Damn, his timing sucks. Please tell me I don't have to act like a schoolgirl with a crush around him."

"Sorry."

Kat groaned. Her eyes shined with mischief as she had an idea. "Noin…"

"Yes…?"

"I figured out a way so I don't have to act like a schoolgirl with a crush around him."

Noin raised an eyebrow. "Such as…?"

Kat grinned. "I'll grow up."

"What do you mean?" Noin was confused.

Kat turned serious. "Emotions change over time as people change."

Noin nodded in understanding. "Be careful though. There is too much at stake."

"Don't you think I know that!" Kat's eyes flashed with anger.

"I know you know that. But I though I'd remind you anyway." Having said that, Noin left.

Leaning back in her chair after Noin had left and she had talked to her brother Kat paused to think. So Heero Yuy had come back. I wonder why she mused. The clock struck twelve. Kat could barely contain her laughter, this was almost like some screwed up fairytale. Shoving a stack of papers aside she mentally groaned. All she couldn't finish today she was going to have to do tomorrow, along with extra work. Her thoughts wandered back to the conversation she had with her brother earlier.

She entered his office. Zechs made a gesture for her to sit down. He frowned and mentally she checked herself to see what she had done wrong. Immediately she put on a happy face and kindly asked him what was going on.

Kat watched amusedly as her big brother started to pace.

"I have to tell you something Relena."

"What is it Milliardo?" Kat hated that name but it was the one Relena used. She had to hold down a smirk. Zechs was nervous.

"A new bodyguard is going to be assigned to you."

"But I do not need an…"

"Relena…" Zechs interrupted her.

Kat hated it when he did that.

"Your new bodyguard is Heero Yuy."

Kat gasped, faking her surprise. Zechs was watching her intently and monitoring her reaction.

"He… is back?" Was all she could think of, hey she wasn't the one in love with the guy, in fact at the moment she would much rather have him get lost.

Zechs however seemed satisfied with her reaction. Alright time to scramble Kat thought. "Will there be anything else Milliardo?" She dropped the whole being surprised and shocked act.

Zechs shook his head. As she left he kept staring out of the window.

"I think she took it rather well Zechs, don't you?" Noin said as she stood behind him. Zechs didn't turn to face her. Noin sighed and left the room.

Nodding at Kat as she past by Relena's office she continued on her way. Relieved Kat went back to work, Zechs hadn't figured it out.

She smirked, not that she had thought he would, he never was the brightest.

Kat snickered only for a moment before turning serious again. Heero Yuy could form a problem. She was not sure what his motives were or how to act. Luckily she had time on her side. After all, people do change over time. Besides, maybe she could have some fun with him while he was here. Relena may never do anything sneaky… But she wasn't Relena. And as long as she didn't get caught… Yes, it was at times like these when her sister's reputation as miss goody-two-shoes came in handy.

Anywayz, lol, until next time ;)