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Dying for a Life Worth Living - A Lady Syndil story
Chapter Summary: Day two beings another day....new fears and challenges to overcome and things to learn.
Main pairing 1X2, Side pairs 3x4 5xS
Warnings: Shonen Ai, Yaoi. Slight angst, Language, Lime. Current rating is T but later chapters will change to M as the story and life progresses.
Chapter 6 - Week 1
The morning of Heero's second day dawned bright, sunny and hot. Not unusual as it was the first week of July. This morning was also decidedly different then the one before it. First off there were no worries today about some stranger bathing her now male body. The sponge baths were scheduled for every other day. A person just didn't get all that dirty laying around in bed. So that was one less embarrassing thing she had to worry about today.
The other thing that was different today was that the gorgeous braided male has shown up practically at the crack of dawn. This both surprised Heero somewhat and pleased her beyond words. True Duo didn't need to wash his hair today. The washing of which was a rather lengthy process, Duo took excellent care of his hair, but you just can't wash hair like that every day. And Duo was still not an early riser, so this meant the braided young man had set his alarm clock to specifically get here that early. And had managed to wake up when it went off, as he was also known for ignoring his alarm clock.
There was less hesitation this time as the trim young man entered the room. Instead of pausing at the door, well except to lock it. He came straight to Heero's side, took his hand in his and sat down on the bed after a quick kiss in greeting. Duo 'wanted' more but he was afraid that he was pushing Heero to fast, what with his demands yesterday of how soon they could get to second base. On the drive home last night Duo had started mentally kicking himself. Jesus Fucking Christ, here Heero's only been awake less than a day and there he was pushing at him to move their physical relationship forward and get to second base already. What kind of selfish bastard was he anyway. These thoughts had kept the ex-02 pilot awake for sometime last night. Well that along with what it 'would' be like once they got there, and beyond.
For the second time that morning Heero was somewhat surprised, surprised at the light and quick kiss after the warm kisses of yesterday. She was definitely hurt by it. All her old fears resurfacing. And things might have gone on from that point, causing the bonding process to slow or worse stagnate causing a rift between the two. Except that Duo, an expert at reading the old Heero's minute facial expressions caught the flash of pain, that to his eyes screamed from the new Heero's eyes when he pulled away so quickly. That flash of pain confused him at first, then slowly it gave him hope. Hope that maybe he wasn't being pushing or moving too fast. That perhaps Heero wanted this, meaning everything, just as much as he did. So he did what he always did, he opened his mouth to ask and find out what was up. Sometime's that habit had gotten him in serious trouble, but not this time, this time it was just what the Doctor ordered.
"Hee-chan?"
"Hn."
Yep Heero was hurt or pissed, something like that alright. The Japanese male wasn't even meeting Duo's eyes. Damn, he'd screwed up.
"I, Well I was thinking last night."
Another flash of pain crossed Heero's face, This was it, this is how those conversations always started. The ones where she'd get pushed away for... being too clingy or... This wasn't right or....The I can't do this speech. The hand that Duo was still holding lightly stiffened and she tried to pull it away and out of Duo's grasp.
"No Duo it's alright. I mean if you don't want to be here I'll understand, really. Everything happened so fast for you yesterday." Duo grabbed Heero's hand back and held on even tighter, not allowing the other male to pull away again.
"Fuck, I mean, Ah Hell. I, that's not what I meant Hee-chan. I -I want to be here, just like I told you yesterday. I was just, Fuck, I mean you've only been awake for like less than a day and there I was pushing for more and moving on to second base when you can't even stand up on your own. Hell you can't even pee straight yet."
Heero's hand relaxed in Duo's with those words, relief spreading across his face as Duo watched. Then Heero smiled and lacing their fingers together pulled Duo closer, while gesturing between then.
"That's' what that so called kiss was all about? I bet if asked Quatre how soon he and Trowa hopped into the sack you'd find out that we're actually way behind. So no you're not moving too fast for me, if I could I would." Duo's eyes opened wide as he remember.
"Holy Fuck, that's right Quat told me they were in bed that same day they met, and screwing like rabbits. Hell they didn't even know each other's 'names' until Trowa was walking away off to his next mission. He-he, they still screw like rabbits and it's been 4 years and counting."
"See? And didn't Quatre say last night that what is happening to us is the same thing that happened to them?" Duo blinked, first he grinned then he pouted.
"Well Hell, then this is like, ugh, it's so not fair Hee-chan!" Duo pouting was an adorable sight and Heero had to chuckle.
"Believe me, just cause were bonded doesn't mean there won't be misunderstanding, as this morning has already aptly proven." Duo sighed.
"Yeah, I suppose your right, even Quat and Tro fight, and when they do its nasty."
"Hai, I'm sure we'll fight too eventually, it's inevitable. But, well, Duo if you have any questions or concerns, just ask. Okay? You can ask me anything and I'll answer you honestly."
"K, Hee-chan. Hey same here you know." Then Duo grinned and jumped off the bed taking a familiar stance while he pointed a thumb at himself, his violet eyes sparkling. "You know my motto.... I may run, I may hide, but I never tell a lie." Then he turned to Heero, his eyes still bright but more serious. "But know this Hee-chan, I'll try not to run from you, and well if we ever do get into a fight big enough that I do.....well I'll most likely just go to Quatre. I won't hide, not from you, never from you."
By the time Duo finished speaking he had moved so that he was leaning over Heero his face only inches away and he was looking deep into the dark blue cobalt eyes. So that Heero would see the truth that shone in his. Heero's heart fluttered at the truths she saw in that mesmerizing violet gaze. Reaching up she took Duo's heart shaped face in her hand and brought it towards her.
"Well then, why don't we trying saying Hello again. Properly this time."
"You betcha." And the gap between their lips closed for a second time that morning.
After saying 'Hello Properly', they both felt immensely better. Yes a day would come where quick kisses in greeting would become the norm. But the truth is the time apart over night had been stressful for both of them and had accentuated their individual fears. Touching and kissing not only reaffirmed, but strengthened the bond between them. So they literally needed it as well as wanted it.
From that day on Duo raced to Heero's side each morning for a 'Proper Hello'. Any fears or doubts that may have snuck up on them during the night sweep away as skin touched skin and lips touched lips. It was their favorite part of the day. Leaving on the other hand was the worst part, and the pair would linger and drag out each good night until the staff was ready to toss Duo into the street bodily. Which Sally actually threatened to do more than once.
Now truthfully the hospital staff was completely enamored of the attractive pair of males, who seemed to be falling in love right before their somewhat jaded and tired eyes. They had even gone so far as to nickname them. Heero was known as 'Gorgeous', you know... that gorgeous guy in room 216. Duo was called 'Beautiful'...That beautiful boy with the braid, who had bagged Gorgeous. (sigh) Each morning Beautiful arrived with the dawn, the deep night staff waiting, even watching for him. Smiles upon their faces as he good naturedly raced past them and hit the stairs, always too impatient to wait for the elevator.
'There goes Beautiful', they'd say, 'Looks like Gorgeous is gonna have another 'Beautiful' day. And everyone would chuckle.
Needless to say it was the day and evening shift staff who got the best sightings of the hot attractive pair. As soon as Heero was able and allowed to go out in a wheelchair, the pair would be seen all over the hospital. As Duo pushed Heero from floor to floor and ward to ward. Even outside when the weather permitted, there was a nice little garden area for patients and their visitors and the boys could often be found there, talking or just enjoying being together. Two can fit in a wheelchair if you are very careful, or so the hospital staff found out. As they often saw Beautiful sitting in Gorgeous's lap, thru the windows that over looked the little garden, head on shoulder, legs hanging over the sides. Nurses, interns even seasoned surgeons could be heard sighing throughout the hospital halls at the tender sight the pair made. The best was when Gorgeous would push the soft silky chestnut hair from the side of Beautful's face and place a soft kiss on his temple.
Each day Heero's strength recovered a little bit more, so did her aim. By day three she managed to keep it all in the toilet for the first time. As Duo set her back in bed she deadpanned and let loose with a....'Mission Accomplished'.
This set the braided male to laughing so hard he nearly collapsed on the floor while holding his stomach. This is not to say that the two didn't bicker, in fact they did so often. But they were never very serious. Heero cranky from her injuries and confinement would when tired or aggravated snap at Duo, and Duo being Duo gave back just as good as he got. Until the snarky and smartass comments got so outrageous they just had to crack up at themselves. It also started them on the path to learning each other's boundaries, as the new bond they shared allowed them to feel when a particularly harsh comment hurt instead of relieved the tension caused by the confinement and inactivity.
By day five Heero could stand cast and all and aim on her own. And Duo would now just carry the Japanese male to the restroom and drop him off and then wait outside until he was finished to take him back to the bed.
Also the other pilots stopped by every day after their respective jobs to visit with the ex-01 and 02 pilots. Often staying until visiting hours were over, and never less than an hour. On the sixth day Quatre came bearing more gifts of books and manga. The little blonde devil was grinning evilly as he handed the stack to Heero. Checking the books out Heero's eyes nearly popped out of her head at what the seemingly innocent Quatre had given her. There were 2 "How to" books on male to male sexuality. The first being 'The Joys of Gay Sex' and the other was "Johnsons guide and study on male homosexual intercourse'. The third and last book Quatre had given him was of all things the "Kama Sutra for Gay Men'. Heero was stunned, things sure had changed since she's been a woman in the 21st century, back then as far as she knew there's only been one Kama Sutra. But then again not being a gay male in that life for all she knew maybe there was. Her eyes got bigger and bigger as she flipped quickly thru the colorful and highly detailed pictures.
"Ah Gee Quatre, uh thanks, I think." Duo who had been looking over Heero's shoulder as he flipped thru the pages had eyes just as big and was blushing a deep red. But those eyes glowed with the mischief the American pilot was known for.
"So Q, I mean really are some of these positions even humanly possible? Have you and Tro been trying any to um, find out?" Quatre laughed and even Trowa gave a slight smile as Duo's teasing.
Well Duo, the Kama Sutra 'is' for more experienced lovers, so in yours and Heero's case this one is for later, much later. For right now I figured the educational books would come in handy. Heero is currently operating at a slight 19 year disadvantage at being a guy, much less a gay guy. SO I thought they would help." Though still blushing Heero grinned and responded.
"Quatre, I may have been a woman in my previous life, but I was attracted to men, so I know perfectly well what to do with and too one, at least up to the final act. My real problem is how I'm going to react to the new sensations I'm going to experience, what with being a guy as well this time around."
"That's why I got you these two books, see.... This one is a 'How to' manual for new lovers, and this one here...is a more scientific book, going in-depth on how the male body reacts and functions. It even has descriptions of the sensations and what to expect when." The blonde really had put a lot of effort and though into his choices, Heero was overwhelmed by his kindness.
"Thanks Quatre, actually this will help, you're the best."
Heero put the books away for reading later, preferably after hours, now was NOT the time for that. Eventually Heero did read both books cover to cover over the next few nights. They proved to be very informative and highly educational. Not to mention a HUGE turn on. Hey, just because she couldn't get it up yet, thanks to her medication, didn't mean she didn't get all hot, warm and gooey inside reading about sex. Especially when she stopped and pictured doing those things with and too Duo. Oh, Yeah! She couldn't wait until they got these fucking casts off. The minute they did she was SO taking the hot sexy ex-02 pilot straight to second base. Ah, is it warm in here? And here Heero thought hospitals always ran on the cool side.
Syn: Quatre may look like a little angel but there is definitely a devil lurking inside that sweet exterior.