Disclaimer: I do not own any of the characters in the following story. The characters of Gundam Wing belong exclusively to its creators. This story is intended for non-profit use only and for Gundam Wing fans everywhere.

If you haven’t seen the Gundam Wing movie Endless Waltz, please do not read on! I personally didn’t like how the story ended, so I added a portion to the end of it.

Finally Together

Heero stood on a balcony overlooking the conference hall. On the main floor were various ambassadors and dignitaries from Earth and the colonies. Heero’s main concern, however, wasn’t the ambassadors, but the person who was speaking to them.

His eyes came to rest on the young woman behind the podium. Her long, blond hair was tied back slightly behind her head, and she wore her customary white, business suit. Heero’s eyes focused on this young woman. She was the reason why Heero had been able to rejoin the human race- at least somewhat. Her compassion and kindness had slowly gnawed through the layers of stone around Heero’s heart.

Relena stood tall and proper - as she always did - and continued her description for the Mars’ terraformation project.

Heero silently watched her. Relena was so strong, but Heero knew at the same time that she had her weaknesses as well. She was so innocent and young, yet at the same time, she had experienced just as much pain and sorrow as he himself had. Heero knew Relena’s biggest weakness wasn’t her kind heart, or naïveté, or her compassion towards people. No, simply put, he was her biggest weakness. Heero knew how much Relena cared about him, and a few times he’d almost uttered the ‘l’ word to himself.

Heero let his mind drift back to the shelter where he’d defeated Mariemaya. He had won the battle and ended another dictator’s plan to rule the earth’s sphere. But, at the same time, it had taken a great toll on him physically and emotionally. Once Heero had confirmed that the danger was taken care of, his body gave out.

He would have most certainly hit the ground, but a pair of loving arms caught him and held him close. Heero remembered hearing Relena cry out his name and grab him before he fainted. He remembered her loving embrace as she cuddled him in her arms. Those few precious moments, being there with her, were worth more to Heero than any mission that he had ever completed.

As Heero gazed down at her yet again, he admitted that just as he was Relena’s biggest weakness; she was his biggest weakness. From the first time that he’d met her, Heero felt a strange feeling inside himself. As he grew to know her more and more, he felt the cage that he kept around his heart slowly opening. Relena was only one who could break through the ‘perfect soldier’ and find the real Heero Yuy.

‘What I wouldn’t give to tell her what she means to me…’ Heero said himself and immediately jumped. ‘Did I really just say that?’ A soft chuckle rumbled in his chest, and he resumed his post watching over the woman who owned his heart.

“Gentlemen, I hope that this answers any questions that may have had, and I hope that you will consider this project carefully and allow it to go forward,” Relena said as she finished her speech. The audience applauded, and she excused herself to leave.

As Relena finished her speech, Heero’s eyes picked up a hint of movement on the far balcony. He caught it again a few seconds later. Someone was up there! Heero hid behind the curtain next to him and took in the scene quickly. He could make out someone dressed in dark clothing, attempting to hide in the shadows, and he could faintly make something in the assailant’s hand.

Heero acted on instinct and jumped off the balcony onto the stage.

The sound of his descent caught everyone’s attention including Relena’s.

Heero raced for her as he saw the assassin take aim for her.

“Relena, look out!” he shouted. Relena was surprised and happy to see Heero, but she was confused by his outburst. He just barely reached her before the weapon fired.

Heero wrapped his left arm around her waist and yanked her behind him.

“Heero, what are you…” Relena tried to ask. She got her answer as she saw Heero catch an arrow in his right hand.

“This!” he said quickly. Heero saw the assassin fire again and quickly pulled his left hand off of Relena to catch it. He quickly examined them. They were made of lightweight steel and tipped with cyanide!

“Nice try, but nobody touches her while I’m around!” Heero shouted. He flung the first arrow back at the assassin and nailed the unsuspecting killer in the arm.

The assassin starting coughing raggedly and suddenly fell over the front of the balcony that he’d been standing on.

Relena hid her face in Heero’s shoulder to avoid seeing the man hit the ground. She was surprised to feel Heero’s arm encircle her shoulders and hug her gently. She looked into his dark, cobalt eyes and saw a gentleness in them that made her smile.

“You okay?” he asked softly.

“Yes, I’m fine,” Relena replied as security approached them.

“What happened here?” one of them demanded of Heero. Heero turned to face the man and held up the arrow in his left hand.

“Someone tried to kill the foreign minister with this; it’s an arrow tipped with cyanide! She’d have been dead in less than ten seconds,” Heero nearly growled. Relena recoiled at the thought of dying like that.

“Is the minister all right?” the security guard asked.

“Yes, I’m fine,” Relena answered. The man then turned his attention back to Heero.

“And who may I ask are you?” he demanded. Heero didn’t flinch.

“I’m Miss Dorlian’s personal bodyguard,” Heero said firmly. Relena’s eyes widened at his statement, but a warm feeling rushed through her body. “I was looking after her when I spotted the assassin on one of the balconies. I could tell no one had seen him so I took action to protect her.”

“Is this true, Minister Dorlian?” Is this young man your bodyguard?” the security guard asked. Relena flushed slightly at the question.

“Yes…yes, he is, if you would like, you make contact the Preventers and asked Colonel Une herself,” Relena replied.

“That won’t be necessary. Well, we apologize for this incident, vice foreign minister; I promise that it won’t happen again,” the man said firmly.

“See that it doesn’t!” Heero said icily. “Now, I will take Miss Dorlian back to her quarters; if you find out who that assassin works for, please, let me know ASAP!”

“Of course,” the security guard replied. Heero led a stunned Relena off the stage.

Heero escorted her back to her hotel, and he followed Relena to her room.

Once they were alone, Relena grabbed Heero’s hand.

“Heero, what are you doing here?” Relena asked.

“Saving your hide, what else!” Heero said dryly. Relena remembered what he’d said inside the conference hall, ‘No one touches her, while I’m around.’ She tugged on his hand, and Heero turned to face her.

“Thank you,” she said with a smile. Relena was surprised to see a small smile make its way onto Heero’s face.

“You’re welcome, Relena, but I’m just keeping my promise,” Heero replied.

“What promise?” Relena said confused. Heero’s smile turned into a small smirk.

“It went something like this…” Before Relena could even breathe, Heero’s hand cupped the back of her head and brought her face to within an inch of his. “…I promised that I would protect you, but in order to protect you and the earth’s sphere, Relena, I have no choice but to fight…” Heero smiled as realization dawned in Relena’s eyes. “Remember now?”

“Yes, of course, I do, but…you’re still doing that!” she gasped. Heero pulled her into his arms, and Relena stiffened at his sudden tenderness.

“Have I got fleas or something?” Heero quipped.

“No…no, I’m just not used to you being like this,” she replied.

“Like what?” Heero asked trying to hide a grin. Relena looked into his eyes intently.

“Well…I don’t know…you’re being…human!” she gasped. Heero rolled his eyes at her.

“Oh thanks…I save your cute, little behind from getting skewered, and you tell me I’m acting human,” he groaned. Relena was about to apologize, when a certain part of his statement rammed into her memory banks.

“What did you just say to me?” Relena said in shock.

“I said that I save your cute, little behind from getting…” Relena suddenly cut him off.

“Yeah that! You’ve never said anything like that to me,” she gasped. One of Heero’s arms lowered to her waist.

“Well, I should have; your rear is cute!” he said slyly and gave her butt a gentle pat. Relena nearly jumped in shock.

“Heero, what in the world has gotten into you?” Relena gasped.

“What’s wrong? I can’t act normal for once?” he asked with a questioning look.

“Well…no, you can act ‘normal’, but I’m just not used to it,” she replied.

“Okay…if you want me to be serious, I will.” Relena saw Heero’s eyes change slightly. Their mischievous glow changed into a soft, warm hue that seemed to be radiating compassion and love. She let his warmth surround her and laid her head on his chest. Heero trailed his fingers through her long, blonde hair and laid a gentle kiss on the top of her head.

“Oh Heero…” Relena sighed as she stood in his embrace. She nuzzled her cheek against his chest, and Heero tightened his arms around her. “What brought this on?”

“Nothing really, I guess I’m just glad your okay; I wouldn’t want anything to happen to you,” Heero said softly. His statement stunned Relena!

“Heero…” she said as she felt tears stinging her eyes.

“Go on, Relena, let me comfort you- just like you’ve done for me,” Heero said soothingly. Relena couldn’t believe what Heero was saying, but she’d been waiting too long for this. She buried her face in his chest and cried her eyes out; she’d held them back for years; and now, she had someone’s shoulder to cry on. Her body went limp in his arms, and she slowly began telling him all of her innermost feelings and thoughts- her aggravation, frustration, annoyance, sadness, and pain.

Heero listened to her bare her soul to him as he gently stroked her hair. Once Relena had finished, Heero could feel substantial wetness on his shirt. He pulled her back slightly and lifted her chin.

“There now, no more crying okay,” Heero said soothingly as he wiped her eyes. “That’s better, now, your pretty face won’t have tear stains all over it.” Relena couldn’t believe that Heero had actually complimented her.

“Heero, why are you doing all this? I mean, why the sudden change of behavior?” she asked dreading the answer.

“I’m tired, Relena…I’m tired of going from one battlefield to another and feeling nothing inside me. I’m tired of playing the perfect soldier. I’m tired of running from the woman that means more to me than my life.” Heero stopped to cup Relena’s cheek in his hand.

“I want to have a normal life, whatever that is. I want to be able to tell the woman that I love how I feel about her. I want to kiss her and hold her in my arms every day. I want to make love to her all night and wake up the next morning to find her wrapped in my arms. I want to tell her how beautiful she is and what a cute, little behind she has…” Heero trailed off.

Relena’s eyes lit up as she listened; her heart soared with each new sentence! Could this really be true? She pinched herself and winced in pain; it wasn’t a dream.

“Heero, do you really mean that?” Relena asked breathlessly. Heero pulled her tight against him.

“Let me kiss you and find out,” Heero challenged.

“Yes,” Relena replied anxiously. Heero’s lips gently descended on hers, and Relena threw her inhibitions to the wind. Her arms wrapped around his neck, and she opened her mouth to accept him.

Heero thrust his tongue into her mouth to find hers, and he nearly groaned from wanting her so much. Both young adults moaned simultaneously, as they realized just how long they’d both wanted this.

“Heero…my Heero,” Relena moaned as Heero broke away and placed gentle kisses on her cheeks and neck.

“My sweet Relena,” he replied as he stroked the softness of her cheek. Relena couldn’t hold back anymore; she needed to tell him.

“I love you, Heero,” she said with all her heart. It felt like a ten-ton boulder had been lifted off her shoulders. Heero smiled at her lovingly.

“I know you do, Relena, I’ve always known that. Just like you know about me,” Heero replied. Relena tried to hold herself in check; she wanted him to say it!

“Heero, please tell me,” she pleaded.

“I love you, Relena,” Heero answered. No words were needed as their lips came together in a passionate union. Relena grabbed two handfuls of his thick hair and crushed her lips against his.

“Easy, Relena, I’m not going anywhere,” Heero said as he pulled away for air.

“I don’t care! I’ve been waiting for this for so long,” she purred and pulled his face back down to hers.

“You and I both Relena,” Heero replied as their lips pressed against each other.

Hands roamed over bodies as the two young adults tried to release two years of bent up desire and passion in one long kiss.

Heero groaned as he felt Relena’s soft, feminine curves fitting to his hard exterior. He remembered the countless dreams that he’d had about making love to this beautiful woman, but he always woke up before they could become one.

“Heero…please…please, don’t make me wait any longer…” Relena said huskily as she kissed him hungrily.

Heero picked her up and carried her into her bedroom. He deposited her on the bed and gently lay down on top of her. He broke away from her lips and looked down into her eyes.

“Damn, you’re beautiful,” Heero groaned in a deep, husky voice.

“Oh Heero…finally, you’re mine!” she said happily. Heero smiled and cupped her cheek in his hand.

“And you’re mine,” Heero replied. Relena placed her soft hand on his cheek.

“I’ve always been yours,” she said softly. Heero pulled her tight against him, and Relena could feel how tense his body was.

“God, I want you,” Heero growled with desire in his voice.

“Then take me, Heero, take me now and make me yours forever,” Relena replied. Heero’s lips came crashing down on hers, and Relena wound her arms around his neck.

They quickly pulled at each other’s clothing, wanting all barriers gone between them. They stripped each other down to their undergarments, and Heero pulled Relena into a deep, passionate kiss.

Relena pushed him away slightly and gave him a sultry smile. Heero watched as Relena sat up and reached behind her back, knowing full well what she was doing. Her bra came undone, and Heero pulled the lacy material away from her body.

Relena blushed slightly as Heero gazed at her bare chest.

“Beautiful,” Heero murmured, and Relena smiled at him. Heero gently grasped her breasts in his hands, and Relena purred deep in her throat. His hands stroked across her soft mounds, and Relena writhed beneath Heero’s gentle touch.

“Heero!” Relena gasped as she felt his mouth close over the hard tip of her nipple. Heero suckled gently as he listened to soft moans escape Relena’s mouth. His hands flowed across her skin causing goose bumps to appear on her flesh.

Heero groaned against her soft body. Her taste was intoxicating, and he wanted nothing more than to take her right then, but he wanted her to enjoy this so he forced himself to calm down.

Relena tugged on his hair, and Heero allowed her to pull his head up to her waiting lips. Relena greedily sucked on his tongue as she felt Heero stroking his hands along her sides. She could feel something warm and hard rubbing against her inner thigh and rubbed her leg against him.

“Relena…” Heero groaned as she rubbed his straining erection.

“Well now…” Relena said with smile that was positively feline, “…what have we here?” and grabbed his rock-hard member.

“Oh gosh,” Heero groaned as he tried to keep himself in check. “You’re driving me nuts!” Relena’s smile only widened. She pulled off his shorts, and Heero sprang to full attention.

“Aren’t we gifted?” Relena cooed as she licked her lips seductively. She coiled her hand around him and gave him a gentle stroke. She listened to Heero groan under her touch, and it made her feel empowered that she could do this to him.

‘Two can play at this game,’ Heero said silently.

“Ahh!” Relena gasped as she felt Heero’s large hand cup her womanhood. Heero gently rubbed her aching mound, and Relena let out a lengthy moan.

“So, I’m not the only who’s hot, am I?” Heero said coyly. Relena gave him a seductive smile, and Heero pulled off her panties. He moved up her body slightly until his member rested at her entrance.

“Relena?” Heero asked as he looked into her eyes.

“Yes, Heero, make love to me,” Relena said lovingly.

Heero slowly eased into Relena’s body and groaned at how ready for him she was. He pushed in slightly and came to her virgin wall. Heero wanted to ask her if he should keep going, but he didn’t need to. The look in her eyes was all the confirmation he needed. She trusted him completely, and he trusted her completely.

As their lips came to together, Heero thrust forward and buried himself inside Relena’s body.

Relena had read that a girl’s first time was somewhat painful, but she felt no such thing. Maybe it was the fact that she’d been waiting so long for this that she didn’t notice, or maybe, when you’re joined with the one who is your soulmate, you can’t hurt each other. Relena stopped letting her mind wonder about this as Heero began moving inside her. She could feel his member sliding in and out of her body, gently crazing the center of her passion with each thrust.

“Heero…my love,” Relena moaned as she felt his thrusts increase in intensity.

Heero was doing his best to hold off his climax as he penetrated into Relena’s lithe, young body. He was overjoyed that it didn’t hurt when he broke into her, but then again, he could never hurt her. He simply loved her too much. Heero listened to Relena as she tried to keep from screaming as he fulfilled her deepest desires.

“Relena, my sweet, let it out…don’t hold back…I want you to be selfish when we’re together,” Heero said hotly in her ear.

His hot breath in her ear made Relena’s inhibitions crumble, and she screamed in ecstasy as Heero sent her into paradise.

Heero felt her insides tighten around him, and he knew that he’d sent her over the edge as her love nectar flooded over him. Heero bent down and quickly took one of her rosy nipples in his mouth.

Relena squealed as she felt Heero continue pleasuring her. She could feel the power in his thrusts, yet at the same time, he was being so gentle with her.

Heero quickly switched his attention to her other mound giving it equal attention. He felt Relena’s hands clasp the back of his head, and she arched up against his mouth. Wanting to please her even more, Heero opened his mouth as wide as possible and took in as much of her delicious body at he could. His hands grasped her hips and moved her against his forward thrusts so he penetrated her deeply each time.

“Relena, you’re so amazing, and you taste so good,” Heero groaned against her body.

“Heero, take me…take all of me,” Relena moaned softly. Heero left his post at her breasts and moved up until he was face to face with her. He gazed down into her soft, eyes and shook his head slightly.

“Relena, I promise to give you back twice as much as I take,” Heero said tenderly. Relena smiled and pulled him down for another kiss. Heero greedily accepted her kiss and plundered into the depths of Relena’s oral cavern.

Relena quickly wrapped her legs around his waist and pulled him closer to her, in effect, drawing Heero deeper inside her body. She couldn’t believe the stamina that he had, but it only allowed them to enjoy their intimate joining longer.

As Heero made slow, gentle love to her, Relena thought about the events that had let up to this- meeting Heero on that beach, him saving her from Oz, Heero defending her and the Sank Kingdom, the White Fang and Milliardo nearly destroying the earth, and Heero coming to rescue her from Mariemaya. She thought about all the hardship and pain that both she and Heero had gone through together- him in particular. Relena gazed up at him and wondered if he had ever wanted things to be different than what they were.

“No Relena,” Heero suddenly said. Relena looked at him a little surprised.

“What Heero?” she said huskily as she tried to ignore the feelings he was stoking inside her.

“I wouldn’t have changed a thing, my darling,” he said lovingly.

“How did you know?” she gasped. Heero kissed her cheek lightly.

“I could see the memories flooding through your eyes like a movie. You’re wandering if I wanted to change anything about my past or what’s happened since I met you? The answer is a firm, no. I would gladly go through to hell to experience ‘this’ just once, Relena. If I could have one night of making incredible love to you, then I would gladly die the next day, but I know that I won’t because you would be sad,” Heero finished. Tears formed in Relena’s eyes.

She pulled him into a passionate kiss, and Heero picked up his pace once again. Relena bucked her hips up against his downward movements, and Heero thrust deeply within her each time they came together.

After what seemed like an eternity of sweet lovemaking, Heero felt his control reaching its limit. A look of pride was on his face as he thought about the numerous times that he’d made Relena cry out his name as she went over the edge- he’d stop counting after the fourth time.

Relena gasped as she felt Heero begin to enlarge inside her even more. She looked into his eyes and got her answer.

Heero drew out one last time and gazed down at Relena. As she pulled his lips against his, Heero thrust forward and let himself go inside her.

Relena felt him burst inside her, and the warm feeling of his essence within her sent her over the edge one final time.

The two lovers collapsed in a sweaty heap, but Heero managed to catch most of his weight on his hands. He laid a tender kiss on Relena’s lips, and she slowly opened her eyes.

Relena raised her hand to his cheek and stroked it lovingly.

“Do you know how long I’ve wanted that?” she asked with a content smile on her face.

“Yes, Relena, I do,” Heero replied. He rolled them over slightly so he could lie on his side next to her. He reluctantly slipped out of her, and Relena silently mourned the loss of him within her. Heero wrapped his arms around her and kissed her forehead.

“I love you,” Relena said softly. Heero brushed a few strands of her sweaty hair off her face and nodded.

“And I love you,” he replied. Relena looked into his eyes. They were as intense as they’d ever been, but instead of the coldness that his eyes usually held, Relena saw a warm, tender love flowing in them, and it was all directed at her.

“My Heero…” she sighed and laid her head on his chest. Heero tightened his hold around her body and cuddled her gently. His right hand grabbed the blankets and pulled them up around Relena’s shoulders.

Relena snuggled into his warm embrace, and Heero grinned as he felt her purring against his neck like a happy kitten.

“Rest now, Relena,” Heero said soothingly as his hand trailed through her golden locks.

The sound of his voice seemed like a natural tranquilizer, and Relena drifted into a warm, restful sleep. Heero waited until her breathing even out then tucked her head under his chin, and with a final kiss to her head, Heero closed his eyes to rest.

Sunlight filtered through the windows, and the rays danced across Heero’s eyes. He tried to ignore them, but eventually, his eyes opened, and he yawned slightly. Usually when he woke up, Heero was cranky, but this morning, there was a smile on his face.

Heero felt something soft and warm snuggling against his left side, and he looked down. Her golden hair fell around her face hiding it slightly from view, but Heero would never forget that beautiful face.

“Heero…” Relena said in her sleep and nuzzled her cheek against his chest.

Heero chuckled softly and tightened his arms around her body. He gently stroked her bare back and brushed her hair off her face.

‘She looks so cute in her sleep,’ Heero said silently. Relena usually had to act so prim and proper and never got to be anything but what she was expected to be. Only when she was asleep, did her true face come out to be seen- the carefree, innocent look of an eighteen-year old young woman. Heero made a silent vow to make sure that Relena got to have that look on her face a lot more.

Relena didn’t want to wake up this morning. She felt so warm and relaxed; she would gladly have stayed in bed for the rest of the day. Her mind forced her to wake up, and she opened her eyes.

Heero watched as her eyes opened, and Relena yawned slightly. Heero watched her mouth open, and her tongue flap around her tiny mouth. The scene was so cute that Heero chuckled softly.

Relena’s senses focused, and she heard someone laughing softly. She lifted her head, and her aquamarine eyes met a pair of intense cobalt counterparts.

“Good morning, sunshine,” Heero said softly. Relena gave him a soft smile and hugged him tightly.

“Good morning,” she replied. Relena moved up his body and gave Heero a good morning kiss. “Hmm, I’m glad I wasn’t dreaming.”

“About what?” Heero asked.

“I didn’t want to wake up this morning because I thought that yesterday and last night was a dream, and I didn’t want it to end. But then, when I woke up, I felt you holding me, and I knew that I wasn’t dreaming,” Relena said happily. Heero pulled her closer to him.

“We don’t need to dream anymore, Relena; our reality has become far better than our dreams could ever be,” Heero stated. Relena smiled and kissed his cheek.

“So, what’s on your schedule for today, miss ambassador?” Heero quipped. Relena took a minute to think.

“Actually…nothing. Today is a free day for me, if you can believe it. I was going to go home today, but my flight was delayed,” Relena answered.

“Interesting…” Heero said with a fiendish smile spread across his face. Relena wondered just what kind of thoughts were running through his head.

“Heero…do I even dare to ask what you’re thinking?” Relena quipped.

“How would you like to go out?” he asked. Relena’s eyes bulged out.

“Excuse me?” Relena asked.

“Go on a date! I’m sure you haven’t done that for a while,” Heero answered.

“Uh Heero…correct me if I’m wrong…but, isn’t it normal to go on dates before you sleep with someone?” Relena chided.

“Yes, but we’re not normal. Besides, when’s the last time you did something fun?” Heero fired back.

“The great Heero Yuy wanting to doing something fun; the world has gone mad!” Relena laughed. “But, how can I resist?” she cooed. Heero pulled her face down to his.

“Simple, love, you can’t,” Heero replied. He went to move out from under her, but Relena stopped him.

“Do you have to get up yet? I like you just where you are,” she said seductively. Heero grinned at her.

“Why…what did you have in mind?” he chuckled. Relena’s eyes filled with desire, and she stroked her hand across his face.

“Oh, I don’t know, but I’m sure we’ll think of something…” she trailed off as her lips met his.

Heero wrapped his arms around her and returned her kiss fervently. His hands glided up her sides and gently cupped the mounds of her breasts.

Relena purred into his mouth as she felt his hands work over her body. Her own hands moved down his body and found Heero hard and ready. She moved her hips up slightly and placed Heero at her entrance.

Heero was surprised at her actions, but he only groaned as she slid down onto his shaft.

“Relena, I didn’t think you’d be ready so soon,” Heero said worriedly. Relena smiled at him lovingly.

“I’m always ready for you, Heero,” she replied. Heero took hold of her hips, and Relena began moving on him. She slowly slid along his shaft as Heero guided her movements in a steady rhythm.

Their eyes never broke contact as Heero and Relena joined in the dance of love. They moved slowly and gently enjoying each feeling and sensation of their lovemaking.

As he moved inside her, Heero caught site of Relena’s breasts as they bounced with each thrust of their hips together. He bent down and quickly took one of her rosy nipples into his mouth.

“Heero!” Relena gasped as she felt him encircle her breast. Heero only grinned and continued his handiwork. She writhed on top of him as Heero continued to pleasure her.

Heero quickly moved to her other mound, giving it equal attention. He listened to Relena’s soft moans and knew that he would never tire of hearing those sounds from her for the rest of his life.

Heero raised his head, and Relena eagerly kissed him as their bodies closed in on release. Their peak seemed to come in unison as Relena cried out his name, and Heero moaned her name as he emptied himself into her.

Relena collapsed into Heero’s waiting arms and sighed in contentment.

“Hmm, perfect way to start the morning,” Relena quipped, and Heero chuckled softly.

Heero reluctantly slipped out of her and kissed her cheek.

“Let’s get cleaned up; I want us to have full day together,” he stated.

Relena didn’t want to leave the warmth of either his embrace or the bed, but she nodded. She slid out of bed, not bothering to cover herself, and strolled towards the bathroom.

Heero watched her hips swaying as she walked and felt his blood boil. Her cute rear wiggled behind her, and Heero felt himself go hard again. He slid out of bed, and Relena turned to look at him.

She gazed at her man standing there wearing nothing. She licked her lips as she saw a certain of part of him standing at full attention.

“Care to join me?” she purred. Heero’s eyes narrowed at her.

“My pleasure,” he said as he strolled up to her. His arms encircled her waist, and Relena giggled as he nibbled her ear. She could feel his shaft pressing against her rear end and wiggled her hips back against him.

Heero nearly groaned but controlled himself as he followed her into the bathroom.

A few minutes passed when a voice squealed in delight.

“Heero, I didn’t know you could do that!” Relena gasped. An evil smile spread across Heero’s face.

“Relena, there’s a lot of things I can do that you don’t about…yet!” he added with a smirk.

“Hmm, I’m glad…now, do that again!” Relena cooed as she let Heero carry her away again.

After a shower that took entirely too long, Heero and Relena exited the bathroom. Heero pulled on his green tanktop and jeans, while Relena put on a green blouse and black jeans.

Heero watched her dress, and a sly grin crossed his face. Relena caught his fiendish smile and raised an eyebrow at him.

“Why are you staring at me?” she asked with a grin. Heero walked up to her and wrapped his arms around her.

“Just admiring what’s mine,” he said coyly. Relena’s smile turned into an impish grin, and she trailed her hands down to his groin.

“And I’m holding what’s mine!” she purred seductively and grabbed his manhood.

“You keep doing that, and we’ll never get out of here,” Heero ordered as he removed her hands before she aroused him even more. Relena pouted slightly, but Heero kissed her cheek.

“Come on, sweetheart, today is our day; let’s enjoy it,” Heero said firmly. Relena kissed his nose and smiled at him. She linked her arm through his, and they headed out.

The day was perfect; it was sunny without a cloud in the sky and warm but not hot. The young couple walked down the street with Heero’s fingers curled through Relena’s. She was enjoying this ‘public contact’ that Heero had with her. Heero climbed onto the back of his motorcycle, and Relena hopped on behind him.

“I’ve never ridden one of these before,” Relena squealed in delight.

“Then you better hold on tight,” Heero snickered. Relena gladly wrapped her arms around his waist.

“Gladly,” she cooed as Heero cranked up the engine and off they went.

Heero took her to lunch then to the gardens on the outskirts of the town. Relena picked up a couple of the roses from the bushes and smelled the wonderful aroma. She closed her eyes and let her peaceful surroundings lighten her heart.

Heero watched her as she relaxed and smiled as he saw that innocent look return to her face. She reminded him of a young child outside playing with the flowers- much like the many children he saw when he was in training. He shook his head wanting to avoid past memories; he wanted to forget the past and focus on the future- namely the young woman in front of him.

Relena lay down on the soft grass and closed her eyes. Heero kneeled down next to her and just gazed at her peaceful expression. Her golden hair was sprawled around her face, and her bangs were partially pushed back off her forehead. Heero took her hand, and Relena opened her eyes.

“Heero, thank you for bringing me here. I’ve forgotten what it’s like to just enjoy the outdoors without having someone badgering me about foreign policy,” Relena said happily. Heero nodded and stroked her hand lovingly.

“I knew you’d like it. Besides, I’m not much of people person anyway- you being the exception,” he replied. Relena raised her hand and caressed Heero’s face softly.

“What would I do without you?” she sighed. Heero clutched her hand to his face and looked at her intently.

“I’ll never give you the chance to find out,” he said firmly. Relena slid her hand behind his neck and tugged slightly. Heero obeyed, and Relena pulled him down for a kiss.

Their kiss was soft and sweet, and Heero pulled Relena’s upper body into his lap. She leaned into his arms and laid her head against his chest. Relena dozed lightly as Heero stroked his fingers through her silky locks.

After a time, Heero helped Relena to her feet and clutched her hands in his own. He gazed down at the roses in her hands. Heero picked up one, and Relena looked at him quizzically.

“Relena, this rose reminds me of you- soft, beautiful, and innocent yet at the same time strong, vibrant, and determined,” Heero said tenderly. Relena gazed at him with loving eyes.

“Oh Heero…” she sighed. Heero placed a gentle kiss on her lips, and Relena smiled into his kiss. Heero gave her a gentle hug, and they walked back to his bike.

Heero and Relena spent most of the day walking through the large gardens. There was every type of flower you could think of, large fountains and tributaries made an irrigation system throughout the lots, and various shrubs and landscapes made the scenery captivating.

Relena leaned her head on Heero’s shoulder, and he kept his arm around her shoulders.

In the back of her mind, Relena wondered if this would be the only day that they’d have like this. Once tomorrow arrived, she would be going home; what would Heero do? Not only that, but her lifestyle meant that she would rarely stay in one place very long. How she wished that she could leave her position and settle down somewhere with Heero. Relena imagined what it would be like being married to him- becoming his wife, having his children, growing old together…

As Relena let her thoughts wonder, she realized that the more she thought about Heero and her living together, the more she liked it! Relena wondered if Heero would ever consider doing that.

The young couple returned to their room later that evening. As they entered the room, Relena noticed two bags that weren’t hers on the floor.

“Who’s are those?” Relena said in surprise.

“Mine,” Heero replied. Relena just stared at him.

“They’re yours?” she gasped.

“Yeah, I had them brought here from my room a couple floors down,” Heero answered. Relena glared at him.

“You mean to tell me that you’ve been here the entire time!” she hissed.

“No, I got here the day the conference started; I checked which hotel you were staying in and made arrangements at the same place,” he shot back.

“Why didn’t you say anything or at least tell me you were here?” Relena demanded. Heero chuckled; she looked so cute when she was angry.

“You know something, Relena?” Heero asked with a smirk.

“What!” Relena growled. Heero walked right up into her face.

“You’re beautiful when you’re angry,” he said with a smile. Relena felt her insides melting, but she forced herself to stay angry.

“Answer my question!” she said, this time in not-so-firm tone of voice.

“Relena, I’m a shadow warrior; I work better when people don’t know I’m around. It’s easier for me to do my job,” Heero replied.

“Still, at least you could have told me that you were here,” Relena said in disgust. Heero cupped her chin in his hand.

“Relena, let me ask you something? If you knew that I was here, would you have stayed at the conference or come looking for me?” Heero said firmly. Relena drew back at his question.

“Well…I…I…uh…” she said nervously.

“See, I know you better than you think; before yesterday, you would’ve gone to pieces if I was around. If I’m hidden, you can focus on your work, and I can protect you a lot more efficiently,” Heero added. Relena wound her arms around his neck and laid her head on his chest.

“Heero, do you think we can make it work? I mean…I know that we love each other, but will we ever be able to have anything else than a few passionate moments stolen from the world? Are we ever going to be together?” Relena said sadly. Heero wrapped his arms around her and stroked her hair gently.

“Why…are you going to some remote place because I’m not?” he stated.

“You mean that you’re not leaving when I go home tomorrow?” Relena squealed.

“Of course not. I’ll never leave you again; that I promise you Relena. When you travel to the colonies, I’ll be in the shadows protecting you; when you return to earth, I’ll be there to welcome you home; when you cry, I’ll be there to hold and comfort you; and when you’re happy, I’ll be there to enjoy it with you!” Heero said firmly.

“Heero, you really mean that! You’ll stay with me!” Relena said with delight. Heero laid a gentle kiss on her forehead.

“Yes, Relena, I’ll stay as long as you want me to,” he replied. Relena pulled him down for a long kiss that quickly deepened into a raging fire. Heero stopped before he felt the urge to shred Relena’s clothing and leaned back to cup her face.

“Finally…” Heero sighed happily.

“Finally what?” Relena asked.

“Finally, I’m where I belong- in the arms of the woman I love,” Heero said tenderly. Relena cupped his face with her soft hands and brushed his bangs out of his eyes.

“Welcome home, Heero,” she said lovingly and kissed him softly. They embraced each other not wanting to let go of each other for the rest of eternity.

Later that night, Heero lay in bed with Relena resting in his arms. He gently stroked her back through her sheer nightgown, and Relena snuggled closer to his warm body.

“Heero?” she asked softly.

“Hmm,” he replied against her hair.

“Even though we’ve only been together for two days, it feels like we’ve been together for ages,” Relena sighed.

“I know, Relena, I have a feeling that the first time we met a small part of each of us was exchanged with one other. As time went by, our souls found that they couldn’t exist without each other. We fought against it- me in particular-, but both of us realized how much we needed each other. You are a part of me, Relena, and you always will be,” Heero said as he kissed her hair.

“Heero…even though you acted cold and mean to me many times, I could see the love and kindness hidden in your eyes. I remember seeing the love in your eyes before you went to fight Milliardo. You let me see the human inside you. Heero, you are the missing part of my soul; you complete me, my love,” Relena answered tenderly. Heero bent down and kissed her sweet lips. Relena responded fervently and wrapped her arms around his neck.

“Relena…” Heero groaned as he pushed her away slightly.

“You don’t want to?” Relena asked softly.

“I want you more than anything on Earth, but tonight, I just want to hold you in my arms. Tomorrow, we have to go back to the craziness of the real world, but tonight, I want to simply hold you while you sleep so I can burn that image into my mind for the rest of my life. We’ll have other times to be together; I promise you; but I want us to have a night of ‘cuddling’ so to speak. We’ll keep our passion in check and simply hold each other; it’s the second best thing I like doing with you,” Heero said softly.

“You know, Heero, for someone who spent most of his life as a cold soldier, you say the sweetest things,” Relena quipped as she kissed his nose. “This is the first time I’ve heard of a man turning down a woman because he wants to cuddle,” she teased.

“I’m not a normal guy, Relena,” Heero said slyly. Relena’s smile turned sultry, and she gazed into his eyes.

“No, Heero, you’re not; you’re the perfect guy!” she said dreamily.

“And you’re the perfect woman, my darling,” he answered lovingly. Heero kissed her goodnight, and Relena tucked her head into the crook of his neck. She smiled as she felt his reaction to her pressing against her side. He may have decided to simply cuddle tonight, but Relena knew that he wanted her just as bad as she wanted him. At the same time though, she was glad that he stopped her. It proved that he truly did love her and didn’t just want her for sex.

‘Should I ever have doubted him?’ Relena asked herself. As Heero kissed her forehead and pulled the blankets up around her to keep her warm, Relena snuggled into his loving embrace and answered her question with a resounding ‘no’.