Catch Me (Final Chapter)

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Catch Me (Final Chapter)

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Standard Disclaimer: Gundam Wing is not owned by me, although in this fanfic, the characters are mine to abuse and whatnot.




Catch Me by gethmane8




To say Heero was blown away by Relena's navel ring would be an under statement. If her piercing hadn't left him stunned, her bathing suit finished the job. Only seeing it from a distance didn't do it justice in Heero's opinion, as all clean thoughts flew out of the window.

After tossing her clothing aside, Relena happily pranced in her suit for Heero. She giggled at his seemingly stunned expression. Admiring looks from other men were nice, but from Heero it meant everything. She grabbed his hand, dragging him to the edge of the water. It was only when the cool water lapped at his feet, did he break out of his daydream.

"What?" Heero said, looking at the devilish expression on Relena's face.

Laughing, Relena pushed him in.

************

Trowa casually window shopped, checking out clothes. Unlike his older sister Catherine, he bought what he liked and didn't bother checking prices for sales. Catherine was obsessed with getting bargains, matching outfits and color coordination.

He was a guy. If it fit and didn't look hideous, he bought it.

Trowa stopped at one department store, seeing a nicely made leather jacket. Looking through the glass window display, he stiffened when a reflection showed a blond that looked strangely familiar.

"It can't be. Midii?" he gasped.

He turned around suddenly. The girl, dressed in a short green tank top and shorts stood in line with others to buy ice cream at a portable stand. Heart beating fast, Trowa raced across the street toward her. Cutting in line, he ignored the angry man's shouting as he got in real close to her back. She faced away from him, but she instantly stiffened as his large shadow loomed over her much smaller figure.

"Look Buddy, I'm not-" the girl began as she turned, before gasping. She put her hand over her mouth in surprise.

If life wasn't enough off a kick in the teeth. Midii Une. It was her. It was a face etched in his mind that he knew he'd never forget. She was still petite and almost reached his chest now. Her blond hair was the same length, although it had a modern red streak in it at the hair line on both sides of her face. Her expressive eyes, grayish blue depending on her mood, were wide in surprise
and maybe a little happiness, too.

"No name. Oh, my God!" Midii exclaimed, reaching her hand up to touch his face.

Being much taller, Trowa bent down so she could touch him. Her hands wandered over gently and she smiled. Trowa smiled in return.

"You've grown up real nice, no name." Midii said, reluctantly taking her hand away. Trowa seized her right hand as it left his face and didn't let go.

"Trowa Barton. I have a name now."

Midii blushed when she realized everyone in line had become very interested in what was going on between them. People openly grinned as they watched and listened. Frowning, Trowa pulled Midii away from the line. People loudly groaned and protested. The nerve!

Walking down the boardwalk, Trowa found an empty restaurant booth and they sat down. After making small talk, Midii got right to the point.

"I was afraid you'd hate me forever." Midii said.

"A lot of time has passed, Midii. I was younger then and only saw things from my point of view. It took me a long time to realize it's no longer black and white. It was war. I never hated you. I don't have any regrets and I don't think you do either." Trowa said.

*Just one.* Midii thought. He'd always been her one true regret. She wasn't lying when she said he had grown up nice. He was even more good looking then he'd been all those years ago. Those green eyes of his had haunted her for many years.

Tapping her fingers on the hard table surface, Midii nodded in agreement. He put his hand over hers to stop her movement. Her eyes searched his in question.

"I'm on an indefinite vacation here because of some friends of mine. But I can see them any time, not you. How about having dinner with me tonight? To catch up." Trowa asked.

Midii smiled. *When opportunity knocked, who was she to deny it?*

*************

Quatre sighed as Dorothy continued to give him the cold shoulder. The engaged couple weren't exactly happily engaged at the moment. His meddling sisters weren't helping matters. They had been over repeatedly to see the soon to be member of the family. And to discuss the wedding. He knew Dorothy was feeling agitated and harassed and her fear of marriage wasn't helping.

"Dorothy, are you coming to bed?" he asked.

She ignored him and continued reading her book. Sitting on the living room couch, she didn't even bother to glance his way. Looking too sexy for words in her red silk nighty, Quatre swore she wore that just to goad him. As much as he adored her, he wanted to strangle her at the moment. Not use to people being
angry with him, Quatre became upset back.

"Dorothy, you can at least talk to me. This is childish." he said.

"I'm not tired, go without me." Dorothy sniped, finally looking up. Her angry expression was answer enough.

"Damnit Dorothy, we have to talk about this." Quatre said, snatching the book out of her hand and tossing it aside.

Getting up from her position, Dorothy angrily poked Quatre in his bare chest with a long fingernail. "Oh, you mean like we talked about getting married? You had no right to say that to your sister. What were you afraid of, Cat? She'd think less of her little baby brother?"

"I could care less what Iria thinks. You said yes! Why get mad at me for your decision to say yes? I approve of marriage. I want to get married and start a family. I want to marry you!" Quatre yelled.

"I won't marry you and end up like my-" Dorothy stopped her statement and turned her back on him.

"Like who Dorothy? Like who?!" asked Quatre, already knowing the answer.

Her damn parents! She'd told him in a moment of confidence when she'd begun to really trust him, her family life had been hell. Her parents married each other as an business arrangement. Both wealthy and political families, the Dermail-Catalonia marriage had been of love of money and status, nothing else. And they'd made sure she knew there wasn't any love between them or
for their only child. Even though they were now both dead, Quatre cursed them for hurting her and now his chance at happiness.

"I love you. Our marriage will be one of love." Quatre said, coming up behind her. He put his arms around her waist and held her tightly.

"Marriage of love? All unions end up the same. It's all love and sweetest in the beginning, before you soon get bored and complacent. Soon one of you is off boffing the mail man or the secretary. Marriage doesn't work. It's not for me...not for us." Dorothy sighed in his arms.

She leaned her head in the crook of his neck. She loved him so much and didn't want to screw it up. She didn't want to have what her parents had. A cold hatred between them that lasted until they died. She would die if he lost interest over time and their love turned into a distant memory.

"Quatre, I love you too. But I can't marry you. We're happy now, why ruin it. Lots of people live together happily without the ring and a stupid piece of paper th-" Dorothy said.

He interrupted, rubbing her cheek. "I can't do that. I am like you say, old fashioned. I love you and want to spend my life with you. Have children. That means marriage to me. My parents loved one another desperately. I feel that way for you, Dorothy. Give us a chance."

"No." Dorothy pulled away from him, shaking her head.

"Dorothy, I can't be with you if you're not able to go beyond what we have now. You know that." he said, anxiously. A feeling of sickness came over him.

Pulling off her ring, she took his hand and placed it inside. "I know. I'll move out tomorrow. I-I'll sleep in the guest room tonight."

Dorothy felt tears come to her eyes, so she quickly walked away from the only man she'd ever loved and who loved her back. Quatre stared down at the ring he'd had made especially for her. It was a replica of his mother's wedding ring. And she'd never know the significance of it.

**************

Heero sighed contently as Relena laid her head against his chest. They'd spent hours at the beach, playing around like kids. Now they were back at Chris' mansion, the house was empty except for the staff. They were all alone in her bedroom on the bed. Here they were just two people on vacation. She wasn't the Vice Foreign Minister and he wasn't an ex-assassin/ Gundam pilot/bodyguard.

"It's so peaceful here. I wish it was always like this. I'll definitely make sure I never go this long without a vacation again." Relena sighed happily. She put her arms around Heero's waist and held on tight.

It always amazed him how forgiving and understanding she was. How she loved him even when he was unlovable.

"What happens when we get back, Heero?" Relena asked softly. She lifted her head to look him in the eye.

Heero stroked her hair and smiled. "You'll go back to work and I'll go back to my job. Being your bodyguard."

Sitting up, Relena leaned her head on her hand. "Just as my bodyguard?"

"I'd be crazy to let you out of my life again. I don't think my heart can take it anymore if you took off with another guy, gay or straight. You're pretty much stuck with me now." Heero said, stone faced.

Laughing, Relena kissed him on the cheek. "About time you realized that."

He turned his face toward hers as she kissed his cheek. Their lips met and held. He kissed her gently, taking command, and she parted her lips to him naturally. Relena touched his shoulders and he drew her slowly against him. Not sensing any shyness from her, he lightly parted her lips and his tongue touched hers. Heero kissed her until she was breathless. His hand smoothed up her back as her hands tightened around his arm. Feeling himself getting out of control he pulled away before he would do something she wasn't ready for.

Relena took in big breaths of air and her cheeks burned. She knew she was blushing but didn't care. She didn't even feel embarrassed as she laid her head down on his chest again to let him hold her.

Heero, just as breathless, worked to calm his body down. As much as he'd love to make love to Relena, their relationship was new. They needed more time. She needed more time. But the minute she ever changed her mind...

"So, we're boyfriend and girlfriend now?" Relena teased, grinning into his chest so he couldn't see her laughter.

Heero blinked at that. Her could tell she was laughing at him. Boyfriend and girlfriend? It was something he'd never thought of. He just knew he wanted, no needed, to be with Relena and no one else. But the implication of it made him wildly excited.

Kissing the top of her head, he smiled into. "I guess we are."

And maybe something more.

*********

Quatre looked sadly around his now half empty apartment. True to her word, Dorothy moved out the next day after their fight. He'd tried one last time to convince her to marry him, but she refused. He'd honestly never felt so lost and alone in his life. He flopped down in a chair and sighed.

"Cat, you have to get up and out of this place. It's just making you more depressed." Iria said.

She felt so bad for her him. He was heartbroken and it was painful to see. He hadn't left the apartment in days. It had been almost a week and he was already a wreck. She had to do something.

Walking over to him, Iria held out her hand. "Give me the ring. I know you have it on you."

Puzzled, Quatre reached into his pant pocket and pulled out the ring, handling it to his sister. She clasped her hand around it and turned away to stroll to the front door.

"What are you doing? What are you planning, Iria?" Quatre asked, curious with her behavior.

"I'm going to talk to your idiot girlfriend and show her the error of her ways." Iria said with a smirk. She turned to door knob to leave.

Quatre jumped out of his seat. "Don't interfere. It has to be Dorothy's decision."

"Your Dorothy doesn't know a good thing when she's got it." she snapped, coming away from the door to stand beside him.

Sighing, Quatre sat down again. "She loves me but she's too afraid of marriage, Iria. Harassing her doesn't exactly help me. Just stay out of it and let nature take its course."

"And if she doesn't come around?" Iria asked, arms crossed.

He bent his head, turning his face away from her. "Then it's over for good. I'll have to move on."

"You love her that much?" she asked.

"Yes. But I can't force her to want what I want. It wouldn't be fair to either us."

"You and those damn morals. I swear you could drive a saint to drink. Okay, it's none of my business. I'll butt out and hope for the best." Iria said, leaning down to kiss on his forehead.

*Yeah, like hell I will.* Iria thought to herself.

***********

Relena yawned into her palm as their shuttle landed. Although reluctant, Heero, Chris and she were finally returning home. Trowa and his lady friend stayed behind and from the looks of it, wouldn't be returning any time soon.

Heero folded up his newspaper and lightly tapped a snoozing, drooling Chris in the seat across from them. Heero hid a grin when Chris jerked awake, flaying his arms around his face. He caught Relena's eye and she giggled.

Heero put his arms around Relena's waist and led her out of the shuttle compartment, with Chris walking behind.

"I hope no ones still mad at me." Relena said to Heero. She smoothed out her new red sleeveless dress, making sure she looked presentable. Looking at Heero all dressed in black, she considered herself extremely lucky.

"I think when they see us all will be forgiven...until we tell then our news." Heero said dryly.

Chris laughed at that. Relena licked her tongue out at him and Heero. She then pulled Heero close and kissed him on the lips. Chris rolled his eyes and made loud gagging noises.

At the end of the terminal, Noin, Milliardo, Duo and Hilde stood waving. Thrilled to see them, Relena rushed forward to hug and greet them. Sighing, Heero took off after her and Chris shook his head laughing.

Happy with the warm greeting, Relena was just glad to be back with her family and friends. After much teasing by Duo and Hilde, Heero and Relena knew everything was back to normal. Chris came up behind Relena and kissed her on the cheek before reaching to shake Heero's hand.

"I better spilt before the you know what hits the fan. Call me later with all the details." Chris winked, waving good-bye.

Relena nodded and winked back at him. She silently watched him walk away, suddenly feeling sad. She owed him a lot. He was truly a wonderful friend. Relena turned to Heero and saw him smile at her. Taking a deep breath, she decided bluntness was the best policy for her news.

"We got married! Surprise!" Relena smiled, weakly, She held out her left hand to the group.

"WHAT?!" Everyone, except the couple in question, screamed seeing the huge diamond ring.

Let's just say it was a long ride home after that.

*****************

Putting away some groceries in her cabinets, Dorothy was startled when she saw an envelope slid under her front door. Running to the door, she opened it quickly, but could see no one around. The only person who knew where she was, was Quatre. Tearing the envelope open, she pulled out a photo and a letter. She scanned it quickly before tears came to her eyes. Taking the
envelope with her, she grabbed her car keys and raced out of the house.

It only took a few minutes to drive to Quatre and her old place. Still having the key, she let herself in. The apartment was eerily quiet and dark even though it was day time. Curtains were closed, a rarity at their place. Something wasn't right.

"Iria, is that you?" Quatre asked from the bedroom. Stepping out he froze at the sight of Dorothy standing in his hallway. Dressed in jeans and a pink top, she looked beautiful and happy. He felt resentful she didn't look like he felt.

"What are you doing back here Did you leave something behind?" Quatre asked.

She chuckled softly, before she ran and threw her arms around his neck. "I'm sorry. Forgive me. I never wanted to hurt you, Quatre."

He squeezed her tightly in his arms, breathing in her scent and feeling lighter than he had in days.

"Does this mean you've changed your mind?" he asked.

"I still think you're crazy wanting to marry me, but if it means not being with you ever again, I'd gladly say yes." Dorothy replied.

"What changed your mind?" Quatre wondered.

Holding out the envelope, she showed it to him. Inside was a picture of his parents wedding photo and a long letter written by Iria. It read:

Dear Dorothy,
I know I have no right to interfere, but when it comes to Quatre, I can't help myself. He's been miserable for days and I hold you responsible because you broke his heart. He loves you with every part of his being. As an empath, Quatre loves whole hardly and without fear. Winners marry for love and they stay married. Our parents were the example of what a marriage should be. They loved each other unconditionally, and when our mother died, he mourned her until he took his last breathe. That is real love. That's the kind of love you can have with Quatre if you want. If you'd bothered to really look at your engagement ring, Quatre would have told you it was an exact copy of mother's engagement ring. A great honor. I hope you realize that not all marriages are about money and power. You will never find another man to love you like my
brother loves you.
Iria.

Smiling, Quatre tossed the contents aside and reached inside his pants for the ring. Dorothy smiled in return and held out her hand.

"Are you sure? Because if you change your mind, I'm going to go insane." he half joked.

"I'm sure." she said.

Sliding the ring on, Quatre felt such emotions rise in him. He kissed her ring finger and pulled her into another embrace.

"I think I like that meddling sister of yours." Dorothy sighed. She kissed his neck and tightened her grip.

"Don't tell my other sisters, but Iria is definitely my favorite now." he said laughing.

Dorothy smirked before looking at her beautiful canary diamond ring. She'd taken it for granted. The relationship and the ring, but she wouldn't again.

"I love you." she said, looking up at him.

"I love you, too. And I'll never let you forget it." Quatre smiled happily.

**************

"I'm not pregnant, for goodness sakes! I haven't been gone that long!" Relena grouched, folding her arms as she and Heero sat on the couch in her brother's home.

Milliardo ran his hand through his hair in agitation and fury. His little sister married! If he didn't know this wasn't planned, he would have shot Heero the minute the word marriage left her mouth. Everyone even had the nerve congratulating them!

"Milliardo, sit down before you have a stroke. We're ecstatic for you both. It's just that this was so sudden." Noin grinned. She hid her grin at her husbands pacing back and forth. She swore she saw foam coming from the side of his mouth in anger.

"If you want to be mad at anyone, let it be me." Heero said directly at his new brother-in-law.

"I wish I could have been at the wedding." Hilde sighed. She looked at her knucklehead boyfriend and wished it was her.

Duo nodded in agreement. "Yeah man, that's cold to leave your friends out."

"Don't be too hurt. We will have another wedding next summer. Milliardo, will you please give he away? And Noin, will you be my maid of honor?" Relena asked. Her eyes pleaded with them cutely and to really go in for the kill, she pouted.

Milliardo shook his head in exasperation while chuckling. "You little...I'd honored to walk you down the aisle."

Noin hugged Relena and they cried together before grabbing Hilde over to them. Relena asked Hilde to be a bridesmaid, causing the girl to squeal happily.

"I have to wear a dress...crap! Okay, I'll do it!" Hilde joked.

Heero, blunt as always commanded Duo as his best man, which tickled his friend to death.

As everyone discussed the wedding plans, Milliardo pulled Heero aside.

"Look Yuy, we've had our differences, but you're family now. Just take care of my sister or I'll hunt you down and bury you in a shallow grave." he said.

Not even fazed, Heero nodded and the two men shook hands.


*******Epilogue


"When do you think we should tell them?"

Heero smirked. "We've been married only two months and you're already four and a half months pregnant. I think they'll be able to figure it out."

"Don't joke!" Relena said, hitting him with a pillow as they laid down for bed.

Heero grabbed the pillow from her and tossed it aside. "I don't care what anyone thinks. We're married and we're having a baby. Forget the rest. Besides, the only person who'll be upset is your tight-ass brother."

Relena giggled at that. Heero rolled over on top of her and started to kiss her lips. The kiss turned heated quickly before Relena pulled back with a mischievous smile.

"Heero?" she asked.

"Hn?" Not trusting her expression, he lifted his eyebrow at her.

"Can I name the baby Chris if it's a boy?"












The End...
Done, done, done! I need a cigarette..nah, I don't even smoke. Well, it's been fun. Thanks for all the nice comments. Bye!

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Nice. Love all the jokes about Zechs and the happy conclusion. Also the addition of Midii was a nice touch. I hardly ever see her in fanfics. :lol:
But I swear officer...he was totally dead when I found him! Honest! :eek:

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