JC: I got some pretty sweet reviews on my first chapter. Thanks so much for it. This chapter took a while since I was kinda busy with school. Now that it's here, please go on and read. I hope you'll like chapter 2.

Disclaimer: I don't own any of the characters from Gundam SEED Destiny. I want to own Cagalli-sama, though.

Entwined Hearts

Phase 02: A Fateful Meeting with Two Angels

An important meeting was going to take place in the main conference room of the ORB Parliament House. Kira Yamato was already in the said room, preparing his laptop and papers, which included the reports and status of the ORB Military. Seated at the front-center of the room, Kira browsed through the names of leaders who were going to attend the meeting. He checked them one by one and noticed that they were all so older than him. Well, it was a fact that most leaders of the world were geezers. Some so-called wise and intellectual leaders thought of him as an immature child who wasn't fitted to lead ORB. However, Kira proved them wrong with his determination and skills. He became a great leader and everyone in ORB respected him.

Speaking of respect, the people also had high respects for his sister, Cagalli. She was a strong-willed girl and was capable enough to be a good leader for a country. Sometimes he wondered what ORB would be under Cagalli's leadership. He thought about it for a while. "I guess things will run smoothly like today," he whispered to himself, as he held his chin.

The young prince looked at his watch, realizing that it was already time for the meeting. In an instance, he heard footsteps from outside. He knew that it was the leaders from different countries.

As the doors were opened by two ORB soldiers, the leaders came in together with their advisors, secretaries, and assistants. Each one of them took their seats and stayed quiet until everyone was ready.

Kira glanced from one leader to another, thinking that his expectation of having old geezers for leaders was true. He felt kinda awkward to be the only young one there. Well, Rey Za Burrel was also there and others…

Before he was going to speak, his amethyst eyes caught sight of something unusual. Two young girls about his age were sitting at the chairs at the far right of the second row. They seemed too young to be leaders so he thought they were assistants or secretaries or something like that. Putting them aside, he set his mind back on the meeting. First of all, he greeted his fellow leaders properly and respectively. Next, he introduced various news and updates about the ORB Military and the Nation of ORB itself. After he was done with his explanation, he asked the leaders if they have any concerns on the matter he presented.

The girl with the pink-ponytail and clear crystal blue eyes stood up and looked at Kira with a gentle smile. She was oh-so-beautiful and seemed so nice. She was wearing a black and dark violet kimono-type outfit and long gloves. "Representative Yamato, I am the daughter of Siegel Clyne, the leader of Scandinavia. My name is Lacus Clyne. I am here today in behalf of my father."

He couldn't believe what he just heard. All along he thought the girl as a mere secretary or assistant, but he never actually expected her to be the daughter of a great leader. No wonder her clothes were also elegant, he thought. "It's nice to meet you, Miss Lacus Clyne. What is your question?"

"This is regarding about ORB's continuous aid to the ZAFT Military. Your country is, nevertheless, supplying more resources for ZAFT to increase the production of Mobile Suits and ships." The pink-haired girl explained clearly, despite having a gentle voice. She spoke so confidently that Kira was a bit amazed by her.

"Yes, ORB is in good terms with the ZAFT Military."

Lacus Clyne continued with her speech, explaining everything with importance and understanding. She was obviously a woman of passion and kindness. She was a pacifist and possessed a great deal of beliefs. The more she spoke about her ideals, the more Kira got interested in her. She had proven to be the genuine daughter of Siegel Clyne.

"I understand your concerns, Miss Clyne," Kira replied, as Lacus finished her statement, "but rest assured for I won't let any conflict arise. I take full responsibility of the military movements between ORB and ZAFT."

Rey nodded his head in agreement. He knew he also had the same responsibility as Kira and he had to make sure that nothing goes wrong within the military.

"All right, I understand," Lacus said, putting up a smile before taking a seat.

"Now that's cleared up, are there more questions?" Kira asked, glancing around the room.

The leaders and their assistants whispered to themselves. Each of them had concerns regarding their own country and Kira was obliged to answer them.

"Representative Yamato," a female voice called the brunette.

Kira quickly turned to the girl sitting beside Lacus Clyne. She had long-flowing red hair and her dazzling eyes were dyed in bluish-gray color. Unlike Lacus' kind expression, hers had an aggressive one, yet she was still beautiful. As for her outfit, she was wearing a pink Earth Alliance Uniform, a black skirt, thigh-high green stockings, and the standard boots. Don't tell me she's a leader as well…

"I also would like to question you," she said, taking her stand. Her eyes looked pretty serious and slick. "Before that, let me introduce myself—I am Fllay Alster and I am the daughter of Vice Foreign Minister George Alster."

Kira's eyes widened. "You are the Vice Foreign Minister's daughter?" he muttered. "I have heard so much about you. You are part of the Earth Alliance Military and you even have the rank of Commander." He sounded impressed when he said that.

"Yes, I am. Now, going back to my question…" Fllay Alster put up a strong front. She was also full of confidence and she possessed a strong aura.

The first was Lacus and then it was Fllay. These two girls gave such good impressions on the young representative. And for some reasons, Kira became interested in them like he wanted to get to know them better.

The meeting went on for two hours. Every leader had the chance to speak up and Kira entertained them properly and provided them with the necessary answers. Kira was doing well as the representative and the others admired him greatly, especially the two young girls who only came to substitute their fathers.

After the meeting, Kira retired to his office and sat down on a couch with a cup of coffee in his hand. He was certainly drained and his head was suffering from a serious headache. He breathed in deeply and exhaled to help him relax. He glanced at his desk, noticing that there were papers piled up again. Even though the meeting was over, he still had work to do. This was his life as the Head Representative of ORB.

He headed towards his desk and picked one of the papers. He took one look at it and sighed. For once, he wished he had somebody doing the hard work for him. Well, the only one who can replace him was none other than his sister. It was an option for him. However, he knew that Cagalli was also busy working in the military as the Commander-in-Chief. "Cagalli is doing her part and I have to do mine as well."

Then there was a knock on the door.

"Who is it?" asked Kira, placing his cup on the table.

"It's Fllay Alster and Miss Lacus Clyne. We came to see you, Representative Yamato," the strict yet casual voice of Fllay answered.

The two of them? He wondered what those two wanted with him. Maybe they wanted to discuss much further things with him. "Please come in…"

Fllay opened the door and went in as Lacus followed. They presented themselves before the representative and greeted him courteously.

"I hope we're not disturbing you, Representative," Lacus said, clasping her hands together.

Kira shook his head. "Not at all…" He brought the two girls to the couch and let them sit down. He then sat down on the couch across them and faced them with a smile. "What brings you here?"

"My father, Vice Foreign Minister Alster, wishes to speak with you in private. He's inviting you to come over to Josh-A, the main headquarters of the Alliance, to speak with you. He said it was an important matter." Fllay spoke up first with a serious tone. She still held her strong face, though it seemed that she was only forcing herself.

"All right," replied Kira. "When do you want this?"

Fllay clutch her skirt tight as her hands trembled. But her face still remained placid. She seemed to be hiding her true expression under a mask, and Kira had taken notice of it. "Next week would be fine, Representative. My father will send someone to escort you there."

Kira nodded. "I'll be expecting that." Afterwards, he shifted his eyes at the pink-haired girl and asked, "And how about you, Miss Clyne?"

"Actually…" Lacus brieftly stared at Fllay before turning to Kira. She rolled her eyes in a funny way as she placed a finger on her cheek. She gazed at Kira with a cheerful smile and said, "It's the same thing. My father also wants an audience with you."

"Huh? What exactly do you mean?" Kira raised an eyebrow.

"My father wants to discuss something important to you, Representative Yamato. Since Miss Fllay Alster already asked first, then my father has to wait."

Kira was starting to have a strange feeling about this. Why would two girls have the same motive? Nevertheless, since they were the daughters of respective leaders, he had to go. "I can speak with your father the day after I speak with Miss Alster's father."

"That's fine," Lacus said, clasping her hands together happily.

As the two girls left, Kira sat down in front of his desk and sipped his coffee. The two girls really made an impression on him. Not only were they beautiful, they were also nice. He pretty much doubted Fllay's personality. He was able to see through her somehow. He could see that Fllay was also a gentle girl. As for Lacus, Kira thought of her as an angel with a radiant smile.

To be continued…

JC: There you have it! I've introduced Fllay and Lacus into the story. It's obvious that there's going to be a love triangle here. I'm so sorry if Cagalli wasn't here. I promise that there will be AsuCaga scenes in the next. Oh, I'm also going to introduce another character. He's going to be Athrun's new rival. Make sure to watch out for it! Please review and no flaming.