Scrolls of the Heart - Chapter 1

[Ame-san]

Scrolls of the Heart

By: Ame-san

Disclaimer: I do not own Gundam Wing, and I am not making a profit off of this fanfic.



Chapter 1



" Relena!" She could hear a man's voice calling that name; she could see him trying to grab onto her; she could see his face and she reached for him, then a severe pain penetrated her head bringing her back to consciousness.

The nauseating pain forced her to open her eyes, and she found herself lying in an unfamiliar place. White washed walls surrounded her, and white sheets covered her body.

" Where, where am I..." She spoke weakly.

" The hospital." An unfamiliar voice replied.

She looked in the direction of the voice and saw a man in white lab coat standing nearby. He walked closer and placed his hand on her forehead, then examined her eyes with a tiny flash light. The light was blinding, but afterwards, she could see him clearly. The man had raven hair and behind his glasses was a pair of emerald eyes.

" Can you tell me your name?" He asked. " Do you remember?"

" My name?" She remembered the dream. The man in her dream had called her Relena. " Relena."

" Last name?"

" My last name?" Everything was a blank, then the pain intensified. She covered her head in her hands trying to subdue the pain. Her fingers felt an unfamiliar material wrapped around her head. Bandages?

" It's ok. It's ok." She felt another pair of hands covering her own and bringing them down to her sides. " Don't try to move." The voice was soft and kind.

" I, I can't, I don't know. It's all gone." Fear and panic. She felt fragile not knowing what to do.

" Shhh... It's ok, Relena." The man said. " You are in the hospital. Someone found you on the beach unconscious and brought you here. You've suffered a severe concussion, and you've been in a coma for six weeks."

" Six weeks?"

" Yes. Six weeks. We didn't think you were going to make it, but every time when we tried to remove you from life support, you would show signs of waking up. It's been six weeks, and clearly you've got a strong will to live."

" I..."

" But unfortunately, like in many cases of severe head injuries, you have amnesia. It's a miracle that you still could recall your name."

" Amnesia?"

" It's not certain whether your memory loss is selective. You might remember some things or nothing at all. The brain damage you've suffered could cause two different kinds of amnesia, retrograde or anterograde. We'll test you gradually in the next week or so to determine the case and give you treatment. At the moment, just relax and focus on your recovery." He explained.

" Where am I?"

" You were found on the coast of the Netherlands and right now, you are in The Hague, the nearest coastal city."

" How, who found me?"

" A local fisherman. He lives in a small coastal town twenty miles from here. He and his wife brought you in about six weeks ago, and they've been here almost everyday to check on you. Relena, is it? You were lucky to have been saved by such nice people." The doctor smiled kindly.

Everything seemed like a blur to her, and she just realized that she didn't even know this man's name.

" I'm sorry, but you are...?" She felt rather ashamed.

" Oh, don't worry about it. My name is Ian Machaon. I have been your doctor for the past month."

" Dr. Machaon..."

" Just Ian."

" Ian," She nodded. " Thank you."

" No problem, Relena, but I think the Neirins are the ones you should really give thanks to. After all, they were the ones who brought you here."

" Neirin." She made a mental note to never forget this name. " May I see them?"

" Of course. I'll make some arrangement, so they can come up here today."

* * *

" Why are you still working on that case, Heero?" Duo Maxwell raised his hands in frustration. " It's no use. We've searched the entire ocean floor, and what did we find? Nothing! Nothing, Heero."

" I'm not giving up."

" I know, but it's been over a month. Why don't you just give yourself a break?"

" I said I'm not giving up." His hands typed furiously on the keyboard.

" I'm not either, but you do have other jobs to do than finding Relena. It's time to face reality, Heero. We've tried everything, and still no trace. What else is there to do?" Duo paused for breath. " I'm not saying that I do not care, but the truth is, after the initial grief and denial, I've reached a point of utter hopelessness."

Silence.

" I know you are angry. Heck, I'm angry too. It's just not fair that this would happen to her now, after so many years. Ten years, Heero. Ten years after the war, and this happens. She was supposed to step down from office this year too. Why would anyone care for some one at the end of their game? I just don't understand. Good thing that SOB is dead now, though he could die a hundred times and that still wouldn't bring back Relena."

Silence.

" Fine, I'm leaving. You can live in your office forever, but I've got a family to go back to. Hilde is waiting for me at home; you sure you don't want to come over for diner?"

" Hn."

Duo left without another word.

Where are you, Relena? You can't just disappear out of this world. Heero stopped his typing and ran a hand through his unruly hair. If it weren't for the current, I wouldn't have lost you.

Damn it! His clenched fist hit the desk. The thought of her dead was unbearable.

I let you die, Relena. I fucking let you die!

* * *

She couldn't really fall back asleep; the pain in her head wasn't strong enough to knock her out but just enough to keep her from getting up. She had her eyes closed and hoped the darkness would somehow soothe her pain. But instead of the black emptiness she was hoping for, all she could see was the face of the man in her dream - the man with unruly brown hair and Prussian blue eyes.

" Relena." A soft voice called her name. " Are you awake?"

She opened her eyes and saw Ian along with two strangers in the room. The couple, with their snow white hair, seemed to be in their sixties, but they looked quite healthy with the pink glow on their faces. They were simple folks. She could tell by their genuine smiles.

" Relena, this is Manfred and Hannah Neirin." Ian introduced the couple to her. " They saved your life."

Manfred Neirin was embarrassed by that last remark and shook his head in earnest. " No, no, it was nothing. Anyone would've done the same." His voice was low and warm like that of a grandfather. " I'm just glad you are ok, kid."

" Don't mind him. He's just shy." Hannah Neirin sat down on the edge of Relena's bed and took her right hand. Relena felt rather reassured when she felt the wrinkled and callous fingers clasped around her skin. She had an odd feeling that her grandparents were visiting her.

" How are you feeling, sweet heart?" The old lady's voice was smooth and calm.

" I'm ok. It's just a little headache." She smiled in return.

" If you need anything, just ask us. We'll be here as soon as we can."

" Thank you, Mrs. Neirin."

" Hannah. Don't be that formal around us, sweet heart. It's Hannah and Manfred. Don't Mrs. this and Mr. that."

Manfred nudged at his wife, and they both exchanged a knowing look.

" Relena," Hannah began again. " Ian's told us about your condition and your am..amne -"

" Amnesia." Manfred added.

" I know, Manfred." Hannah throw her husband a reproachful look. " Your amnesia, and we were thinking, Manfred and I, that if you would mind staying with us until you are better. We'll help you to look for your family and friends, and Ian here is going to help you remember again."

" I..." She was speechless at their kindness.

" We don't really have anything fancy. It's just a house in a small town that's not even on the map, but we would love to have you there." She asked sincerely.

" I, I would love to. Thank you." She could feel the tears fall from her eyes. " Thank you, I don't know what I would do..."

" Don't think on it, Relena. Just try to get better, ok?" Hannah brushed away her tears.

[Wingnut]

Well at least she remembers Heero. Let's just hope that some shmuck doesn't come along and make her fall in love with him. And have Heero know that at least she is still alive. Seroiusly, after 6 weeks if she were dead they would've found some clue to where her body would be. Because she was alive the fisherman didn't report her demise to any athority and therefore no one has confirmed her as dead.

[Kari]

Oh I totally love this and I wanna read more
*looks eager for next part*

[melrose_stormhaven]

more. that was cool

[bookworm]

So that's what happened. There r some ppl who still don't know who Relena is and what she looks like. Fascinating.

[Rose of Betrayal]

This is totally...erm...keeping my head in the clouds. *sigh* I can't write something serious. I always manage to slip in something comical whatever I'm writing. Can't wait to see more!!

[Kawaii*Crystal*Cherry]

Umm, i c i c, Well, i cant wait for the next part, im glad Relena's with safe hadns, well hurry and well do ur stuff. MORE!

[RDP]

Aww...poor Lena. At least she is with kind people, but I hope Heero finds her soon...

[Elyn Yuy]

I hope that Relena and Ian don't get together...


Heero would kill the doc... ... :-? But that's a real bad thing...Isn't it? ...I mean... nevermind...

Keep it up!!!

Elyn Yuy

[Fate Lowe]

Yeah ...Good work ...On to the next chapter