Originally intended to be Toon in Tomorrow, this forum is currently featuring a regularly updated historical 1xR romance entitled Unexpected Arrangements. Watch for: Murder by Moonlight, Kiss Me Krazy, Driving Miss Relena, Relena's Revenge, and The Gundams of Our Lives. Coming soon. So stay TOONED for updates!!!
melrose_stormhaven wrote:
"Lord Falkner told you to seduce me. I highly doubt you can."
"Is that so?" I growled out angrily.
Relena nodded. "However, there is one thing I am most sure of."
"What is that?"
Without warning, she grabbed my collar and pulled me into a kiss. Her lips were warm, incredibly soft, and tasted as sweet as honey. After the initial resistance my lips melted into hers.
She abruptly pulled away. I stared at her, then she whispered, "I can most assuredly seduce you."
OMG!!! You go, girl!!! Turning the tables on him like that.... He-he-he... I just love that line!!
Great job, I can't wait to see what happens next!!!
<i>?I always know you?re about to say something very sweet or very stupid when you use my full name??</i>
~snicker~ HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!! I agree with morri, that last passage had me laughing!! That was great, i was wondering what happened to this place. Great job, i'll be waiting for more!! ~pokes authors~ :razz:
~*Kai*~
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Fan of pairings: Heero/Relena, Van/Hitomi, Kyo/Tohru, InuYasha/Kagome
*falls over* You go, Mel! You go, Rel! Go girls!! *hides from glares* Yes, I know it's my... turn... Be... nice... ... I'll post as soon as I can!! I didn't even know this one was up!! *whimper*
And yes, Andrea, it -is- your turn! No pressure, though. ^_^ I know how busy you are. O.o;; We three tend to suddenly get very busy whenever it's our turn . . .
But anywho. ^_^ Loved it, Melrose!
One day, we will all look back on this moment, laugh nervously and change the subject.
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"For G**sakes, no!"
Andrea is the most beautiful, amazing sister on earth... when she's not being a meanie.
I rushed it a bit, and I'm happy people enjoyed it. I was worried a little...
Heh...I agree, caliborn, we do tend to be busy...when it's our turn...
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?We are only human, and the gods have fashioned us for love. That is our great glory, and our great tragedy.? ? Maester Aemon of The Night's Watch, A Song of Ice and Fire
"There are easier ways to die; this is NOT one of them!"
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Oooooh, they're going to fake it for the families. Of course, we all know their "affection" may begin as a clever little scheme, but it will lead to something much, MUCH more romantic than that-- Right?! RIGHT?!?!?!? I can't wait to see things unfold from here.
The Importance of Tomorrow:
The clarity of the hindsight we obtain from a new day may be 20/20, but it provides us with biased knowledge of the experiences and emotions that were-- Not what could have been, if only we had the chance to look through those premonitory eyes.
Oo, you girls, I'm sooooo loving this!! It's incredible! You three work so good together, and Melrose that last part was just priceless. Now, if I could just get my busy cousin to update, that would be great...
SO sorry for the delay. I've been slacking. In about everything. My deepest apologies.
<b>Part 3</b>
Heero
The hours of night had ticked into dawn, and I found myself still awake. All night, ever since her visit, I couldn't keep her eyes, or the taste of her lips from my thoughts. Plus the issue at hand. How will I act once daylight comes and I have to face her again? Or better yet, how will she act? What will she do?
It's been only a day after I sent that letter to Lord Barton, and I predict it will at least take a fortnight, but with the weather, and the uncertainty of the terrains within our kingdoms, it wouldn't surprise me if it takes a month.
A whole month in which I will have to pretend to court Lady Relena.
~ ~ ~
Relena
"I have never felt so rested in my life!"
It was a funny sight that perplexed look in Hilde's face, her hands smoothing out imaginary wrinkles in the deep blue dress I am to wear today. I dimly wondered if she had chosen that dress on purpose, knowing it was one of the few I owned with a low cut cleavage. Perhaps word was out about Lord Heero's and mine's arrangement? It had been an unexpected proposition, and I really don't know where I got it from, but I'm actually pleased it has at least bought us some time.
Last night was one of the deepest slumbers I've had since my brother Milliardo was found missing, and it really makes my wonder if this whole settlement has something to do with it? I cannnot help but feel a little attracted to Lord Heero, he is, after all, a very handsome young prince. It's his attitude I cannot put up with.
I found myself fidgeting with the tight laces of my corset, discreetly trying to ease the tight knots, in order to let some air into my lungs... Lady Hilde surely has heard something about our midnight meeting, or else she would have never made me wear this dress, and surely, not tied it this tight.
I was, however, distracted when I saw him talking to my father when I entered the dining room, the table already set for breakfast. They both turned their heads when I entered, and I've never felt so uneasy before in my life. Uneasy by the way he smiled at me.
Pleasantries were exchanged over the table once we took our places, Lord Falkner being the last one to arrive, and taking the seat beside me. I frowned at the man when he smiled at me slowly, a knowing look in his eyes. In return, I turned to glare at Lord Heero, who to my dismay, was already smiling at me. Was he going to smile every single hour of the day until we hear back from Luruah? It was a beautiful smile, but it didn't sit well on him. He was a man meant to sulk, frown, and glare. Not smile and be pleasant.
I smiled back, the hypocrite turn of my lips not going undetected by him.
At long last, breakfast was over, a hellish ordeal of political nonsense, gibberish only meant to appease me and pacify the servants. Who do they think they're trying to convince?
I excused myself like I always do, turning to smile at my father, but I didn't expect to hear the same words come from Lord Heero, as he stood with me, and offered a kind arm. It would have been rude and completely unladylike to resist, and deny his escort, so I accepted his offer, smiling charmingly at Lord Falkner who seemed pleased beyond words, not to mention my father.
I was quiet all the way as he led us outside the castle, his eyes intent on where we were going. I felt uneasy at his sudden change, but not having the courage to break the frigid silence. It was logical, after all, that now that we were out of sight from others, there was no point pretending we liked each other.
But for all that, he surprised me when he spoke.
"Kushrenada is planning something." His voice was low, and threatening, making me feel on edge.
"How do you know?"
He frowned at me; did I ask something obvious? In fact, it's been almost a week we haven't heard word from Kushrenada. I had not thought much of that, maybe he just felt threatened now that Lord Heero and his council were staying here...? Or on the contrary, maybe he's planning something.
"It's been rather quiet lately. Have you not noticed?"
I frowned, "maybe he's retracted. Maybe he has given up."
He gave me an incredulous look, "are you really that naive?"
There was definitely something about this man that made him 'oh, so annoying.' Why does he always have to make it sound like I have no authority? Like I have no reason? Make it sound like my opinion is just something to take lightly, if not to not be considered?
"Lord Heero, I refuse to live in fear. I will not stand here, and think that wherever I go, something might happen. I shall live up to my father's expectations, that, I assure you. But I will not let you question my will. Or my reason. As far as I know, the moment you put a not so welcome foot in this land, every single threat has ceased. Maybe you being here is not that bad a situation. But I will not tolerate you degrading my authority. Remember it is you who is the guest, not I."
There was something odd about the way he smiled, a taunt of sorts that made me angrier still.
"Princess, you do have a sharp mouth. Even for someone who feels the need to sneak away in the middle of the night to 'entertain' what you just referred to 'guests'. I find it hard to just stand here, and accept this 'authority' of yours."
I noticed that way he had come up close to me, but oddly not feeling threatened by his proximity.
I shrugged, "like I said, 'guests'. Were you not the one sitting in front of me that day? I certainly did not hear you complain." I could not help the mirth in my voice, and I did notice with satisfaction, how he squared his shoulders, tense. "Perhaps, what you say is true. Maybe I am being a little too naive, perhaps not. It was not I who trembled when we kissed. You must accept it, milord; it is I who possesses the power of seduction here. Maybe you should measure your words before uttering something without substance."
For a moment, I thought he would do something. It is not everyday I question a man's honor. Or rather, a man's virility. The matter was almost laughable. But he did not do anything. I could feel his breath on my face, and could not help notice how unsteady it was. For a moment I thought he would kiss me, and I was surprised to find myself always wishing he had.
But he didn't. He just stood there, looking at me, a frown on his face. Instead, he took my arm and led me through the gardens, his stride, slow and pleasant.
We did not speak much after that; perhaps my words did reach him. Perhaps not.
I felt triumphant. Pleased. This arrangement is certainly entertaining.
... I'll post as soon as I can!! I didn't even know this one was up!! *whimper*
