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Chapter Four: A first Date changes everything!
Previously"Well I am a little hungry... would you mind if we got something to eat?--My treat!"
"Aw Duo, I think you are trying to spoil me! I know a nice little place down the street it is called the Crown Arcade. There are a lot of fun games if you like to play them that is. I do but everyone tells me I am wasting my time but, anyway come on I will take you!"
"Yes, I want to spoil my bunny. Yes, I love video games, No I don't think that you wasting your time, and can we please go I might have to munch on you if I don't get something to eat soon!" Duo can talk just as fast as me! I definitely think I am going to like being around him.
Chapter 4 A date to remember Crown Arcade-Serena's Point of View"Hey, Serena who is your friend?"
"Hey Andrew! This is my new friend Duo! Duo this is Andrew he is like my older brother!" The excitement of introducing them was giving me butterflies. If only I could introduce Duo to the others and my family. What would they think of him? Finding a booth toward the back we waited for Andrew to come with the menus.
"Tell me about yourself Duo" that was the corniest line ever. Come on Serena get it together you are sitting next to the hottest guy ever. Don't act like a dork. After the short metal pep talk I listen to Duo describe his life.
"Well not much to tell actually I have four friends their names are Heero, Trowa, Quatre, and Wufei. Where I come from we all lived together. Heero and Trowa are the quiet ones but they are friends for life. Quatre is a really sweet guy he would do anything for anyone. Wufei is a little up tight but, he is a great guy who believes in justice."
"Why did you live together? What about you parents?" The look in his eyes when I asked him made me regret questioning his past. The pain in his eyes was too much for even me to bear.
"Well, little bunny I can tell you my story. However, when you meet the guys they will have to trust you enough to share their stories." I simply nodded and listened to the story that caused someone like Duo so much pain.
"My parents left me at an orphanage when I was just a baby. The nuns and the priest we the only parents I ever had. One day when I went into town, when I came back someone had burned the church and the people in it. I lost the only family I had ever known that day. I vowed to become stronger so that no one would ever be able to hurt the one's I love again. Some how I found Heero, Trowa, Quatre, and Wufei and they became my new family. I wish they could have come along. I think you would like them." I could feel the tears fall down my face. I could not help it I leap across the table and locked him in the biggest bear hug I could manage.
"No, No little bunny we have already gone over this tears do not suit someone as beautiful as you. Besides it was a happy ending. I found my real family and I am sitting next to the most beautiful person in the world." As I began to release my death grip on his neck Andrew came back with the menus.
"Sorry, didn't mean to interrupt. Do you guys know what you want to drink?" Duo browsed the menu for just a second before ordering for both of us.
"How about two death by chocolate milkshakes, two jumbo burgers everything on them and two large fries!" Duo handed Andrew back the menu.
"Wow, someone who can finally keep up with Serena's appetite!" Andrew stood there amazed for a moment.
"Hey what is that suppose to mean Andrew?" I acted like I was upset but I knew that Andrew was not like the others. He was joking like big brothers do.
"Hey I am not complaining Serena, in fact with the both of you coming here I will always stay in business!" He smiled as he headed for the counter.
Duo is so handsome. I am so lucky to be sitting next to someone like him. I bet the girls would really like him. Well except for Amara she would try to kill him for coming near me. I couldn't help but laugh at the thought of Amara chasing Duo down the street.
"Care to share with the rest of the class Miss Serena?" Duo looked at me curiously with a mischievous grin.
"Just thinking about what my friends would say if they saw me with you."
"Oh, really and what were you thinking that caused you to laugh like that?"
"Well, one of my closets friends is a bit over protective and I was thinking about her chasing you down the street." I couldn't help but laugh at his fake pout. He looked so cute!
"Keep making that face and it will get stuck like that!"
"Hump, I am deeply hurt" Duo made such a playful look closing his eyes. I suddenly got a mischievous urge. With the straw and the paper in my hand I couldn't help it. I got the spitball as wet as possible and shot it right at his nose. The look on his face was priceless. It suddenly turned to anger, and I could help but wonder if he was going to yell at me. If I did that to Darien he would have gotten really angry, and then he would have told me to grow up.
Instead Duo changed the subject really fast telling me to look at the cute rabbit near the counter. I was so excited to see my namesake I completely forgot about the spitball incident. As soon as I looked something wet caught my ear. He got me with that stupid line about a rabbit. They don't allow pets in here anyway. I remember trying to sneak Luna in. She was very upset to learn that she would have to wait outside or become an appetizer.
"You are so going to pay for that Mr." And so began our spitball war. That is until Andrew came back to ruin all the fun.
"Now children, do I have to separate you?" Andrews's voice was a mocking motherly tone. As soon as I met Duo's eyes though I knew what he wanted to do. We turned to Andrew, spitballs loaded. Andrew realized what was about to happen and began to run for the counter. Not before getting hit with two very large spitballs. I couldn't help but laugh and Duo joined me. This is the first time I have been happy in so long. After we ate our dinner we decided to play some of the video games. I beat him at every Sailor V game. However, Duo was very good at the shooting games. I lost every time and he got the all time high score.
Sadly, all good things must come to an end. During an intense game of air hockey with Duo, I heard the bell ring. As I looked toward the door my blood ran cold there they were. The exact people I was trying to avoid. They all stared at me with their accusing eyes. Like they were all saying how dare you have fun when you're not with us. I felt trapped like a caged bird with nowhere to go. It got harder to breath and I began to panic. Duo must have noticed my uneasiness because he grabbed me by the shoulder and lead me out of the arcade.
"It was getting stuffy in there. Besides I have a favor to ask you my little bunny."
"Yes, o wise one as long as it's not washing your underwear or anything like that, I'm game!"
"Oh, really? And just what is wrong with my underwear that you don't want to wash them?"
"Probably nothing, I just don't like playing with people's tidy whites. Although I bet you have cute little spider-man underwear right?"
"How did you know? And why are you thinking about my underwear? Curiosity killed the cat you know!" I couldn't help the blush that now stained my cheeks he was right why was I thinking about his underwear? He began to laugh and I couldn't help but join him. His laugh was so contagious.
"Back to the subject, Mr. Duo what is you favor?"
"Mr. Duo huh? Can't think of something better than that? We need to work on your creative skills. Do you think you could help me decorate my house?"
"That's it? I though you wanted me to like help you take over the world or something. Something bigger than just help decorate your house!" I had to laugh as Duo got a sheepish grin on his face.
"Well Pinky, before we take over the world we have to have a head quarters! I am a guy and decoratively challenged!"
"Well the first step of recovery is admitting that you have a problem! And, I suppose it is my responsibility as a woman to make sure you don't screw it up!" I put my fist in the air to make my statement as dramatic as possible. He couldn't contain his laughter anymore. Walking down the street we both laughed, enjoying each other's company. Being together like this it felt so natural. I want to do something nice for him. To pay him back for making me feel this way. (I will have to think of something later.) I was aware that we stopped for a moment and Duo was looking into my eyes. It looked like he was searching for something.
"Serena, I have to tell you the truth. I really like you and no one has ever made me feel this way. I figured if you helped me decorate my house you would be more willing to come over and spend time with me." The butterflies hit me hard. In that moment I thought they were going to knock me out for the count.
"Really? Do you mean that Duo?"
"Of course my little bunny, why wouldn't I want to spend all my time with you?" The tears welled in my eyes. They were not my normal wailing tears. No these tears were so much more. They were warm tears of happiness. And, I could feel them rolling down my face. Slowly he raised his hand to my cheek. I could feel his gentle touch on my face. It was like the moments in all the chick flicks. That Mina forced me to watch. It was so perfect.
"No one has ever said anything like that to me. I would be honored to spend time with you." Our faces got closer until I could feel his breath on my face. I raised my head to meet his lips. We were so close to kissing when something scratched my leg. Looking down it was my "beloved guardian" Luna.
"Luna what do you want? Do the words china garden ring a bell?" It was too late to save the moment. And, Duo glared down at her with revenge in his eyes. Luna cleared her throat to tell me she wished to speak to me in private. No they are not going to ruin this day. It has been to perfect. So instead of complying I walk into the nearest store.
"Duo, I think we should start in here!" I headed into the furniture store that had a big sign "No Pets!" With that I left a dumfounded Luna behind me.
Authors Point of ViewAs Serena entered the store Duo stayed behind for a moment. Willing the annoying little cat to go away. Luna eyed him carefully but eventually wandered off down the street. Duo followed the cat into the alleyway until he was sure Luna was gone. Unknown to him a portal opened from behind. When a hand touched his shoulder, he almost jumped out of his skin.
"Hello, Duo" Out of the corner of his eye he caught sight of the infamous Sailor Pluto.
"Trista, please don't do that! One of these days you're going to give me a heart attack! Unless, you want to kill me!" With his best puppy dog eyes, he began to pout.
"No, I don't want to kill you; I just like watching the all power full Gundam Pilot jump." She grinned slightly, but humor was apparent in her eyes.
"So Trista, what are you doing here?"
"Well, Duo I thought you might like to know where your house is. Since you have already recruited Serena to help you decorate." Duo got a sheepish grin.
"Yes, I think that may help just a little bit." He was trying to conceal his embarrassment from Trista but he was failing terribly.
"Also, I wanted to make sure you had enough money to take care of my princess properly." Trista reached into her subspace pocket and retrieved a credit card and a slip of paper.
"This is your new address. You have five bedrooms. You may want to decorate them. You never know when people may show up." Trista's eyes got the mysterious look that said she was up to something.
"Okay, well Trista what is the credit card limit?"
"It has no limit, being the Sailor Scout of Time has its advantages." Duo Sweatdrop Sailor Pluto reopened the portal and began walking away.
"Take care of her Duo; don't make me regret my decision!" It was a warning and Duo knew better than to mess with Sailor Pluto.
"Don't worry! I love her!" Duo began walking toward the furniture store. It was going to be a long day full of shopping, if Serena was anything like her counter part Serenity.
Serena and Duo spent the rest of the afternoon, shopping for the new apartment. Trista's words echoed in his head. He decided to decorate according to each pilots taste. When Serena asked him about it, he simply replied that it was incase his family ever needed a place to stay. Duo decided he would stay at a hotel for the night. It would take a day for all of the furniture to arrive. He also decided that the perfect ending to the perfect day would be a walk in the park with ice cream. His little bunny had quiet the appetite and who was he to starve her?
Walking through the park under the full moon, it was so romantic… but there were other things on the little bunny's mind. The scouts plagued Serena's every thought. She wanted so badly to be better for them. To be the Princess, they all desired. But, no one would help her. They had all given up on her a long time ago.
"What's wrong love? Is everything alright?" His voice was full of concern. It was the first time today that she wasn't smiling.
"Duo, are you good at school work?" The question was a little random, but she needed help desperately. May be he could help her understand the schoolwork that overwhelmed her mind. If she started to improve her schoolwork maybe she could begin to perfect the rest of her life.
"Yeah, do you need help?" Serena's eyes were down. She seemed more amused with the dirt than their conversation. She could not help it; she was ashamed to ask for help. Especially when she had wasted so much of the others time. She didn't want Duo to think she was stupid. Or waste his time on her.
"Sorry, I shouldn't have brought it up. Never mind." A gentle hand reached for her chin. He lifted her face, so he could meet her eyes.
"You can tell me anything bunny. Please tell me what is bothering you." His voice was so soft and caring. She had to tell him. For some reason she didn't want to keep any secrets from him she wanted to tell him everything.
"Well, I am really stupid and I just need help in school. I was going to ask you if you would help me. But, I feel guilty because I am lost cause. And, you would only be wasting your time."
"Listen here little bunny, no one is a lost cause! And, I would be glad to help you with your schoolwork. My friend Heero had to tutor me in English. I know a lot about the world but I don't understand Shakespeare at all!" His eyes were sparkling as he told her the story.
"Really Duo you needed help?" Her eyes were full of hope, like her whole life depended on this answer.
"Of course! And, just to prove it to you tomorrow I will meet you right after school for a vigorous tutoring session! Now I better get you home before they call out the search party." She giggled at the thought of Amara out looking for her.
"Yea, you're right! Thanks Duo." Duo walked her home like a proper gentle man should. Amara was waiting by the window, when they came strolling up the wall.
"I would kiss you right now, but you would have to run really fast!" Serena declared to Duo.
"Well bunny, I am a fast runner."
"If you say so... ready...set... run!" She pecked him on the cheek and just like that Amara was out with her gun-chasing Duo up the street. Serena had to giggle it was like her vision earlier in the arcade.
While going into her room, Serena's thoughts from earlier began to resurface. I need to do something nice for him. I need to repay him for all the wonderful things he did and is doing for me. I know what I can do! With a triumphant smile she began to call for Trista.
"Trista, please come." A portal appeared in front of her with a bowing Trista.
"Yes, Princess?"
"Please, stop that! You are my equal you do not have to bow to me. Also you know I hate it when you call me that."
"As you wish princess." Trista like to annoy her sometimes she was so cute, her cheeks puffed up when she was angry.
"Trista, I want you to do something for me please"
"Anything,"
"I need you to bring Duo's friends here to Tokyo. I want him to be happy and he seems so sad without them."
"As you wish Princess, but I need you to say something for me"
"Yes?"
"I need you to say Sailor Pluto I command you to bring them here to this time."
"But, why Trista?"
"Please, just humor me princess" Trista eyes begged her princess to say these words. Trista couldn't bring the pilots here with out a direct command from someone above her. But, she couldn't tell Serena about Duo and Destiny. Serena never wanted to let her scouts down, and Trista knew if she requested something Serena would comply.
"If you say so, I Princess Serenity command you Sailor Pluto to bring Duo's friends to this time." Her voice was regal and commanding.
"It shall be done princess" With a final bow, Sailor Pluto left Serena to her thoughts.
Gundam Time PeriodThe Gundam Pilots were relaxing at Quatre's mansion. It had been to quiet since Duo left. They couldn't help but worry about him. It was so unlike him to leave without saying goodbye. Heero had tried for days to find Duo. But, it was like he disappeared into thin air. The Pilots were a bit restless. Was it foul play? Or did Duo just need some time away from them?
As the four sat in the living room watching one of Relena's latest speeches a portal appeared in front of the Gundam Pilots. They were on the defensive. It could be a new enemy who figured out a new way of transportation. Heero had his gun pulled out, Wufei had his katana ready to battle, Trowa and Quatre took a defensive stance they were ready for hand-to-hand combat.
"Please drop your weapons!" A female voice boomed from the portal.
"A woman!? Disgraceful. We will not drop our weapons! Show yourself!" Wufei was angry. The braided idiot just left with out as much as a good bye. Now this woman was trying to order him around. As Trista walked out of the portal, she waved her hand in the air. And with a simple flick of the wrist, she knocked all their weapons away.
"I have orders from my princess to take you to her time. I think you will be pleasantly surprised at what you will find there." Her voice held little emotion as she spoke to the pilots.
"Why would we come there? You stupid woman! We are needed in this time!" Wufei was mad now. How dare she come in here and start making demands.
"Well if you would shut up, I will tell you why." After telling them the story of how Duo went to her time the pilots needed a minute to decide. A cold voice spoke up letting the pilots know the decision.
"Mission Accepted." Heero eyed the strange woman waiting for a reply.
"I will be here tomorrow to take you there. You don't have to worry about anything. Everything has been provided for you. You will have new identity when you arrive you will know all the basics for your new lives. You can use this time will to say your good byes." With that she exited from the same portal she entered through. She left the Gundam Pilots alone to prepare for their journey.