Before it's Too Late (Prolouge Full)
Posted: Thu Oct 28, 2004 12:47 pm
Hey, yeah it's me again. Been a long long time since I was here, but I am going to be writing some more so I just decided to repost some of the old chapters in case u forgot'em thanks hope u like.
I am poor therefore I am not making money off of this! Oh and it is very long!
?Alright, I?m going to do this. I?ve got to before I never get the chance.?
Heero?s mind was made up. He was now 21 years old and had to do the hardest thing in his life. He grown fairly tall and his hair was a bit shorter now. He stood like a statue in the park that wasn?t very far from his destination, wearing light blue collared shirt with a darker blue shirt that matched his eyes underneath. His shirt causally hung over his Kaki pants that bunched up over his brown shoes. He looked down at the bouquet of flowers that were being scrunched in his right hand. He loosened his grip on the Roses? stems and pink color was retuning to his now white hands. He tried to move his legs, but they still wouldn?t budge.
He let out a sigh of frustration.
?Why is this so hard? Why does she make me feel so?so strange??
He rubbed his forehead with his empty hand. He knew it in his mind that, he had to do this, or it would drive him mad. He stood in front of the building where the ESUN was holding a conference on recent events. He was well aware of the events that were developing. Ever since the rise in EX population had risen, the general public saw this as a threat. Ex were assumed to be superior humans. At first they mostly resided in space, living in the colonies. Moral judgment was the thought that came to mind. People feared them greatly, because they simply didn?t understand.. Relena had seen this problem was on the rise and did her best to try to put to rest the fears and rumors that were running around. She had made many attempts to make friendly relations with the EXs. Jonathan Porter became a representative of the EX peoples. He and Relena became friends and supporters of searching for peaceful solutions to end this conflict.
?Jonathan Porter? Herro mumbled to himself. For some reason he didn?t know what to
think of the man.
?So what if he?s a little taller than me, and his hair isn?t so crazy, that doesn?t mean she?d seriously. . . . But lately. . . . . . .? Herro realized he had been talking out loud and let his sentence finish in his mind.
?They have been seen a lot together, conferences and political parties, (he paused concerned) in fact everywhere.? He thought to himself. Was something happening between them that he didn?t know about? He didn?t like that feeling of insecurity. He didn?t like not knowing what was going on, or going to happen. But that question still lingered, why on earth did he care? Why was he obsessed with this, why did it bother him? It bothered him day and night, Then something shot through his thoughts. A feeling, a very strong feeling and streaked through his mind.
?Jealousy? Herro lifted his head and looked very puzzled.
?Am I really just jealous?? He repeated out loud, unaware of anyone around him.
?Jealous of what pal?? A familiar, but rather obnoxious voice spoke from behind him.
Herro?s eyes widen and his pupils nearly disappeared. That voice he knew that voice. He wish he hadn?t known that voice. Maybe if he was lucky he?d just be hallucinating and there was no one behind him. He held his breath and slowly turned around to see that his wish had not come true. Meeting his eyes was a broad smile with big violet eyes accompanied by a long brown braid.
?Holy Crap, it is you! Man long time no see Herro!? Dou nearly shouted. He reached and grabbed Heero?s free hand and began shaking it fiercely. Herro stared at him intently thinking of an escape plan. But he couldn?t leave now, not when he was so close to beating this strange emotion.
?Gosh how long has it been? Five years?? Dou asked, with a big grin still spread across his face.
?Yeah just about.? Herro said, but he was somehow not as enthused when he answered.
?What a coincidence I never thought I?d see you again. I am here for a delivery of parts, but what brings you here to this neck of the woods?? Dou asked.
Herro opened his mouth but didn?t know what to say.
Dou?s eyes dropped to what hero was carrying in his right hand, ?Ooooo nice flowers.? Dou?s eyes narrowed and became devilish, ?Who are they for? As if I didn?t know.?
Herro realized what he was talking about, and futilely tried to hide them behind his back, but it was too late Dou had seen them already. He began to open his mouth again, but was still was at a loss for an explanation. All that came out was
?Ahhhhh?..I?m?.I mean um?.?
?Come on pal, you can?t hold it in forever. Just say it.? Dou replied with an evil grin plastered on his face.
Herro took a deep breath and thought, ?Ok, it doesn?t matter anymore, I can?t stop thinking about her, I have to do this, even if this idiot showed up. It doesn?t change anything. I?m going to do it.? Herro thought some more, and came up with a suitable answer.
?I?m on a mission Dou. And I can?t let anyone get in my way, so I am going alone I really don?t want any help from an old friend.?
?Huh? An old friend? Man you seem to have changed, did you go to manners school or something?.? Dou laughed, but when he looked back at Herro, he had his patent death glare on his face. Dou suddenly felt like disappearing under that intense stare. ?Well it seems not everything has changed.? Dou thought to himself.
?Fine I?ll stay out of your way lover boy.? Dou said while slapping his friend on the back. ?Go get her tiger!?
After releasing a sigh Herro set off in the other direction to the doors of the building. ?This is it he thought, I?m finally going to get the chance to tell her. Tell her that I love her.?
Dou watched him round the corner, and let out a small laugh.
?Damn, it?s about time you told her. She has been waiting for you come around for so long. Well I guess patience really is a virtue.?
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The conference building was very tall and impressive. For some reason the building seemed quite vacant, as there was to be some type of presentation made, in which Vice Foreign Minister Dorlain was to attend. But something wrong was happening in the upper offices.
?Give up my position? Have you gone mad? What is the meaning of this general Snow?!? A slender long blonde hair women shouted while standing.
?Miss Relena, please??
?It?s Miss Dorlain to you general.?
?It has come to our attention that the EX have become more of a threat over the past months. The time for politics and chivalry is over. It?s time for the ESUN to make a move, before the EX rebels do.? General Snow explained in the same tone as Relena just had.
?Rebels? How dare you call them that.? Relena was beginning to get infuriated.
?We would like you to gracefully step down from your position, and the ESUN. Your time is up. The Militia will now be taking over. So leave now or we will have no other choice but to use force.? Snow said to the blonde standing across the way.
?Unfortunately you do not have any authority over me, General? She answered in the calmest voice she could muster.
?Oh you are so clever Miss Dorlain, but unfortunately for you, I am being backed by members of the Earth Sphere United Nations.? Snow took careful measures to accent the relations to Relena in his statement.
?This is ridiculous. We shall see about this general Snow. I?ll have you know I don?t back down without a fight. You have no idea what you are talking about, with the humans and EXs. Get me Jonathan Porter on the phone immediately, we are leaving.? Relena yelled her instructions to her secretary.
The girl nodded and began for the door, but when she opened it, she gasped as it was blocked by a group of soldiers standing in the way. They were armed and ready.
?Now where are your manners minister? It?s rude to just get up and leave, especially when you don?t have permission to.?
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Herro entered through the doors and marveled at the inside of the conference building. He had never seen one so large and extravagant. He hoped he would just be able to walk around and find her in the auditorium where she delivered her speeches. As he walked on his heart began to beat faster, and his palms grew more sweaty in anticipation of what he was about to do. But noticed it seemed to quiet for people to be there.
?Of course it wouldn?t have been that easy.? Herro thought to himself
He decided to walk to the desk and ask the young lady what was going on.
?Excuse me, miss?? He asked.
She lifted her head and started at him through the top of her glasses.
?I?m sorry Sir this building is off limits any farther then the auditorium.?
Herro looked even more puzzled. ?If this place is off limits then why is there no security around? I came strolling right in here. Something is not right.?
?But Miss I thought there was supposed to be a presentation by Prime Minister Dorlain today.? Herro asked, still confused
?No, there was nothing of that sorts scheduled today, have a good day.? She answered with a cold voice. ?Please leave.?
?Are you sure? She wasn?t even supposed to be here today, because I thought??
?Were you not listening Sir? I said she is not here. The door is right there. Please escort yourself out.?
Herro was about to think of a new plan of action when he heard yelling in the upstairs offices.
?Nothing going on today? Well what was that?? He yelled at the girl behind the desk, while slamming his hands down.
?None of your concern. It is probably just some officials blowing off steam at each other. Now leave before I call the police! You are not permitted here!?
Herro turned on his heel, and began to walk out. He knew he had heard voices. One was a distinct man?s and the other a woman?s voice, then at that moment of realization his stomach dropped. It was Relena?s voice. He was sure of it now, it had ot of been her. But something was wrong, she was yelling. She was in trouble. He knew something was a miss in there. The fact that it looked emptied out, and no security was beside the point. Then that sick feeling came back to him. The one he felt earlier, but much more intense. The feeling of confusion and panic. Something was happening, and he was not there with her. He was not there protecting her. He let the flowers drop to the ground while forming his hands into fists. As if he had never changed, his eyes darkened and muscles became stiff. He had a new mission, to find her at all costs. And to repay the man who was causing her pain.
The girl watched through her glasses as he exited the building and walked off. As soon as he was out of sight she picked up a phone next to the desk. ?Yes, we have a problem. He seemed very interested in Miss Dorlain. Take care of it. Exited south side of the building.?
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?Now little lady I suggest you listen to me if you don?t want anything bad to happen.? Snow said in an unwavering voice
?I don?t care what you do to me, General. I don?t fear people like you.? Relena answered staring him straight in the eye.
?Oh I have no doubt about your bravery Miss, but I wonder what you would do if it wasn?t your life that was on the line?? He questioned
?What are you getting at General?? Relena asked in a distress voice .
?All those dear people you fight for. All the people that you tried to obtain peace for, your subjects shall we say?? He paused and looked over at the grief in Relena?s face. And continued,
?If you don?t do exactly as I say, their deaths will be on your shoulders. I can have all the colonies linked together, and give one grand fireworks show. You must understand that this is not a conflict for power, but a conflict of survival. A human like you couldn?t understand how I feel. My people are tired of being thrown to the waste side.?
?Your people?? Relena asked confused. ?But I thought you were from?.?
?Looks can be deciving can?t they. Nothing would have happened if you would have simply done as I asked Miss Dorlain.?
?We Ex?s are proud of who we are. We are stronger then you humans, and nature intended it to be that way; survival of the fittest. As you know we are born with an extra set of chromosomes, but instead of deforming, we evolved and became more powerful. If you question that we are not greater than your race, then why are most of us gifted with psychological abilities? Because nature intended for us to rise above you filth. We tried to live with you humans, to cope with you. We can?t take it anymore. We are being suppressed. No MORE! The crimes committed against us were no accidents, we will now have our revenge. So if you wish to live I suggest you do as we say. Men take the Minister to her lovely carriage.?
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It been a while but it seemed as if Heero had never stopped being a soldier. He was looking for some way to get into the building. He ran and scanned it. There were plenty of windows but no way to climb up to them.
?Crap, this isn?t going to work.? Herro said out loud in a panicked voice.
He continued running around the building and found fire escape on the side. He looked on the ground for about a second and found a rather large rock. He picked it up and tossed it a bit in the air and snatched it with his hand.
?This should work for the time being.? He said to himself.
Herro jumped and grabbed the railing with one hand, and amazingly heaved himself up. He continued up the ladder running as fast as his legs could carry him. Once he reached his desired height he took the rock and began beating it against the window. The glass gave way and shattered into pieces, a few of them flew out and cut Herro his arm and hand. Blood dripped down and stained his sleeve, but he was not concerned, he had to find Relena before it was too late.
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?What are you planning to do?? Relena asked in a shaky voice.
?I will exact my revenge. You see, you and ESUN failed to take any action against the military crimes that were committed against the EX peoples. An entire city, of people were massacred. They were protesting, and they were killed. They were trying to protect future generations, so they wouldn?t have to be put through the strife?s that their parents were. They were all killed, not one was spared. No one, my mother wasn?t even participating, but she was in the area, and they located the entire EX and hunted them down. Tell me why did my mother deserve this? Why did any of them deserve it? The ESUN tried to cover up this incident, saying a riot broke out. And nothing else was said. You people who are supposed to protect the lives of people did nothing nothing to stop this. And now you will have to pay.? Snow now had a look of complete insanity on his face.
?I don?t understand, if you hate the ESUN then why on earth, are you helping them? I mean you said earlier that an ESUN representative had sent you!? Relena exclaimed.
?What better way to get back at them, then to betray them. Let them know what it feels like to be used. All of them are here in another meeting am I correct??
Relena?s heart seemed to stop.
?In 5 minuets this place and half the city will be nothing, but rubble. And a new age will begin to from, and I?m sure a new war will rise. What a better then to exterminate you disgusting humans then war, seems fitting, since you were the ones that caused it.? Snow stated with out the slightest bit of emotion in his voice.
Tears began to run down Relena?s face. She didn?t know what to do. If she stayed she would surely die. But if she escaped and tried to return to the council, this man would blow up the colonies. For the first time in a long time Relena was afraid. No she was terrified, she couldn?t stop this from happening.
?Oh God. Where is my Herro, I need him. Please God help me. Herro I?.I?m scared.? Relena said in barely a whisper.
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Herro was sweating hard, this place was even bigger then he originally thought. He kept running up and down every corridor searching, listening for the slightest sound of people. He was beginning to grow even more worried.
?Where is she?!? He panted while running around the next corner, and was about to head up the next set of stairs.
He threw open the door and ran up the stairs skipping about every third step.
?What in the hell was that girl talking about and don?t see anything.? A soldier complained while walking around the corner of the building.
?I?m telling ya the guy probably just was an admirer and took off after he left the building. Or maybe she was just trying to get attention.? His partner mentioned next to him.
The other man laughed.
?See that?s why I didn?t take a desk job. You start to go looney with boredom.? The first man said.
Both looked and shared a smile. One of them let out a sigh and closed his eyes and looked up.
?Ya, know I?m wondering if this job is all its cracked up to be. Because you know???
He opened his eyes and stared up toward the sky, but suddenly stopped dead.
?Shit! Look up there!? He exclaimed
The other man puzzled, looked up and shared the same word his partner had. He picked up his phone and hit a button and threw it up to his ear.
?There has been a breech! Send some units over to sector 4 level 6 immediately!? He screamed the orders.
Two more men were now running to were their comrade had instructed. The taller of the two ran up to the glass and saw the blood stain on the floor. He looked to his left at his partner.
?Someone is definitely here. We?ll have to split up, you take the lower levels, I?ll go high? he said to the other.
The soldier opposite him nodded and grabbed his gun out of its holster. He turned and ran off to the stairs and proceeded down them. The other man readied his rifle and followed, but then sprinted up the stairs.
Herro had to be more cautious now as he noticed when he slid past a corner that a camera was in the upper right corner of the ceiling. Luckily it had been facing the other direction, but it slowly turned and Heero jumped behind the wall. He was breathing heavily. He took a moment and leaned the back of his head on the wall. Time was running out. He must have covered at least 7 floors and still nothing.
?She?s counting on me to protect her. I failed my mission, I?.I failed you, I?m sorry Relena.? His breathing was setting back to normal when all of a sudden something flashed through his mind, a voice.
?HERRO!?
He shook his head and ran a hand through his hair. He began to rub his temples to ease his mind. Then he heard it again, but louder and followed by a scream. His heart raced, along with his mind. He raised his head.
?Relena?!? He said while swinging his head left and right. ?Where are you??
This was so strange he could have sworn that he heard her say his name but there was no one around. Then something hit him. Another feeling, something was pulling him, leading him. Then heard the voice again.
?HERRO, HELP ME, I?M SO SCARED?
He looked to his left he was sure that?s where it came from. He ran off in that direction and turned the corner skidding a bit from the sudden change of direction. He started down the new hallway when he heard a muffled voice coming from one of the offices. He stopped and hid behind the corner, just barely peeking out to see the door that he was now positive that lead to Relena. The man began speaking again.
He stared on and said, ?Relena, hang on I?m coming for you.?
5 min remaining
Relena suddenly stopped crying. She felt warm inside, the chill of fear had left her. She had a feeling that it would be alright. General Snow looked down at her with curiosity.
?You?re a very hard woman to read little missy. Men lead her out, I?ll be out in a minuet.? He spoke in a dark tone.
Relena struggled as two men grabbed her by her upper arms and lifted her to her feet and shoved her out the door.
Herro heard the noise from the commotion happening inside. He ducked around the corner to see what was going to happen. He saw the door open and two men step out, holding Relena while she struggled in their grasp. He felt his insides churn, and blood boil from the anger building up.
4 min remaining
?How dare you touch her.? He whispered while grinding his teeth against each other.
He felt ready, his blood was hot and was pumping through his fight heightened body even faster, he slowed his breathing, he was getting ready to attack. The men were coming closer, he could almost feel Relena?s heartbeat she was so close. His back pressed against the wall, sweat running down his face, waiting for the right moment. The footsteps were getting louder, heavier sounding. With the slightest vision of the first man Herro launched on instinct. An elbow to the man?s stomach sent him over in a flash. Herro?s eyes narrowed he put his hand on Relena?s head and shoved her to the ground as he landed a high kick to the other man?s face. The other man was getting up and fast he took a swing at Herro. Herro stepped back to avoid the blow.
?He?s quick.? He thought, and dodged another punch, ?Real quick.?
Herro ducked and hit the floor. He caught himself and spun on his hand kicking out the mans legs from under him. He pushed himself up and delivered a power hit under the man?s chin and sent him flying backward. Relena had to come back to reality, she got up and there behind her she saw him. She burst out into tears.
?HEERO!? She screamed.
He ran up to her, and grabbed her hand and pulled her out of the hallway. He knew the man would have heard something while there was fighting.
General Snow broke through the door and nearly lost all of his remaining sanity.
?FIND HER! NO, FIND HER!? He screamed as more men ran out of the office.
3 min remaining
Herro had a very tight grip on Relena?s wrist, and was not about to let go of it. He ran with her as fast as he could turning corners hoping she would not slip. She must have gotten the message as she ditched her high heeled shoes when they began their escape.
?Heero? she breathed, ?How??how did you?.?
?Not now Relena.? He cut her off, and pulled her even faster. ?Just hang on, I?m going to get us out of here.?
Her side ached from the running, but she would have gladly endured any pain to be with him. As long as he was here, she didn?t care what happened to her. Herro pushed open the doors that lead to the stairs and they began a mad rush to get down them. There was no point in holding on to the railing as they literally jumped down 4 steps at a time. They had to get moving. Herro could hear feet running above them on the other stair cases. Relena glanced back for a second and could now see them. They weren?t too far behind. Herro and Relena pushed through another set of stairs and ran to a small remote section. They both hit the wall hard with their backs and were breathing very deeply. Herro wiped the sweat from his brow. Relena looked over at him and was astonished, it was a miracle, it had to of been. Herro looked at her and opened his mouth as if to say something. But she was the one to speak first.
?I can?t believe you?re here, is this a dream?? She asked between breaths.
?If it is we?re having the same dream, and it?s starting off with a real bang.? He replied.
Relena hung on the word bang, it sounded like familiar. Then she remembered Snow?s plans.
?Oh God Herro we have got to get out of here! Snow is going to blow this place up!? She yelled
2 min remaining
It only took her 5 seconds to explain to Herro that everything within about a 50 mile radius was in danger of this explosion. The other soldiers were getting closer, footsteps were louder.
He looked to Relena, and it look like tears were forming.
He turned his back and all he said was ?Go.? He paused ?Go straight out these doors, and take them out to the exit, you should get there in time. I?ll hold off Snow?s soldiers, give you enough time to escape, take this?, he threw her a phone, ?help is on the way.?
?No way I?m not going without you, not after you?re finally back.? She said with her voice quivering.
He turned back around and looked at her, tears were forming and running down her slender check bones. Even when she cried she looked like an angel. He looked at her and walked up and held her hand.
1 min remaining
?I came to tell you something.? He said. He put his hand under her chin and lifted it.
?Wha?? But before she could even get the word out he captured her lips in a deep kiss. She tingled all over, she was getting even warmer. This sensation was like nothing she had ever felt before. She couldn?t believe this was happening, yes it was a miracle. Herro had to end the passionate kiss and pushed her back a little.
?I came to tell you that I love you.?
She looked into his deep Persian eyes and saw that he was crying.
?Go? he said
?Your planning to di?..?
He cut her off ?Believe in me like you once did.?
She looked at him, ?I have always believed in you.?
She looked into his eyes one last time and slowly turned around and began to running where Herro had instructed.
He looked at her one last time, and turned the tears gone, going head first into the enemy soldiers. Herro began his desperate fight. He had to dive to miss oncoming fire. Once the rounds ended Herro ran out and attacked.
?As long as she?s safe, as long as she survives.? He repeated over and over to himself.
30 seconds
Relena could hear the sirens coming from the police cars that Herro must have called.
?PLEASE GOD! Don?t let me loose him not now!? She cried out.
She pushed open more doors and was running as fast as she could. She was almost there, almost to the exit where she could now plan how to stop Snow. He mind raced as pain was shooting through her sides. More tears ran down her face, this was not helping her go faster.
?Don?t you dare die on me Herro.? She thought to herself.
10 seconds
Herro was not letting up in the least. More soldiers were falling to their knees, until someone shouted.
?10 SECONDS LEFT?
Suddenly they all began to take off in different directions panicing. Herro was confused himself, he only had 10 seconds to get out himself. He was about to run down the corridor and follow Relena. Blood was dripping down into his eyes now, he had been hit hard. But a gunshot fired from behind him.
Relena?s heartached and she burst through the doors and a preventor had been there right about to enter. Surprised only for a moment he grabbed her and thre into the back of their vehicle. The car sped off and Relena helplessly watched as she saw the sun saw being covered with something.
?No wait Herro is still in there! NOOOOOOO!? She screamed in a rage.
Herro hit the side of the wall blood now stained his chest. Snow walked up to him pistol in hand. The ground began to shake.
?Well now you are you? Miss Relena?s rescuer I presume.? He snickered ?Too bad you?ll never see her again.?
?It doesn?t matter, as long as she is alive.? Herro answered in gasps.
An explosion had sounded.
?Ahhhh? Snow smiled ?The attack has started.?
Pieces of the ceiling had fallen and dust was now floating everywhere. Herro took this opportunity and lunged at Snow?s hand with the pistol. They were fighting over it when another explosion went off. They were thrown backwards and Herro grabbed the pistol as it skidded across the floor. He aimed for Snow, but he couldn?t get a good shot because of all the turbulence that was going on around them. Snow stood straight up and looked to the sky, missiles were hitting everywhere now.
?My people will soon be free, I am free.? Was all he said.
Herro looked on as an explosion caused everything behind Snow to erupt in flames, along with him. Herro stumbled to his feet, and clutched his chest from the pain, he slowly tried to make it to the nearest door before everything was going to fall down. He pressed his arm against the wall, the flames were now even higher. He strained his eyes, but there it was, like a beacon, a door, he began to run for it.
Relena stuck her head out the back of the car and looked on in terror as she saw the tower collapse. She wanted to die at that moment. There was no way he could have gotten out in time. Relena?s heart felt like it would explode with emotion. She slid back into her seat tears coming down in a steady pace.
?Oh no, I can?t believe it.? She whispered.
?HANG ON MISS RELENA!? Shouted the driver.
The driver tried to avoid a missile aftershock but it was too late. The car had flipped over at least 10 times. It lay upside down and started on fire. Relena opened her eyes after screaming for what felt like a lifetime. She had cut herself badly on her arm and was bleeding everywhere. She tried to pull herself out when a hand came down and she grabbed it and helped pull her out.
?Are you alright?? A man asked
Relena continually pushed up but her coat was stuck and she had to leave it in the upside down car. She slid out of it and looked up into lovely pair of violet eyes.
?Oh my God, Dou.? She whispered
He helped her up as she leaned against them and she turned out to face the city. It was in shambles. Fires were everywhere, buildings were falling apart. And people were screaming. More tears ran down her face, she was distraught with despair.
?Did Herro send you to?.....? she asked without looking him in the face.
?Yeah he did. He contacted me right before I think all this happened, I got here as fast as I could, but hey don?t worry about it Relena, everything will be alright.? Dou tried to reassure her.
?No it won?t? she answered. She turned around and began walking back to the building that was now lying in ruin. Dou ran up and grabbed her arm pulling her back.
?Relena, you can?t go back there! Don?t worry I?m sure ??.?
Relena turned to look at him tears streaming down her face. She began to yell. ?How do you know! WHERE IS HE?! IF HE IS FINE WHERE IS HE?!? Relena pulled away and began running but no longer had the strength to move anymore. She fell to her knees and began to sob. ?I?m not going to move till he comes back Dou.?
?Relena that?s crazy it?s too dangerous to stay here any longer. We need to go.? But a sickness began welling up in Dou as well. He thought to himself, ?Herro where are you? I know you would have been here by now. Come on just show up already!?
Relena sat there distraught, nothing was making sense. Why hadn?t Herro come back to show her he was fine. Why was he not there? A lump was forming in her throat, she did not want to think about an explanation for he absence.
Dou walked up and put an arm on her shoulder. ?Relena? Dou swallowed the lump that was in his throat, ?I don?t think Herro is coming ba??
?DON?T SAY THAT!? She yelled, and jumped up and began effortless pounding Dou?s chest. ?He can?t be, he can?t leave me, I can?t believe it?.? Her voice drifted as she began crying into Dou?s shoulder. Dou did not stop her as he simply pulled her into an embrace as he himself shed tears for the fallen soldier, for his friend.
I am poor therefore I am not making money off of this! Oh and it is very long!
?Alright, I?m going to do this. I?ve got to before I never get the chance.?
Heero?s mind was made up. He was now 21 years old and had to do the hardest thing in his life. He grown fairly tall and his hair was a bit shorter now. He stood like a statue in the park that wasn?t very far from his destination, wearing light blue collared shirt with a darker blue shirt that matched his eyes underneath. His shirt causally hung over his Kaki pants that bunched up over his brown shoes. He looked down at the bouquet of flowers that were being scrunched in his right hand. He loosened his grip on the Roses? stems and pink color was retuning to his now white hands. He tried to move his legs, but they still wouldn?t budge.
He let out a sigh of frustration.
?Why is this so hard? Why does she make me feel so?so strange??
He rubbed his forehead with his empty hand. He knew it in his mind that, he had to do this, or it would drive him mad. He stood in front of the building where the ESUN was holding a conference on recent events. He was well aware of the events that were developing. Ever since the rise in EX population had risen, the general public saw this as a threat. Ex were assumed to be superior humans. At first they mostly resided in space, living in the colonies. Moral judgment was the thought that came to mind. People feared them greatly, because they simply didn?t understand.. Relena had seen this problem was on the rise and did her best to try to put to rest the fears and rumors that were running around. She had made many attempts to make friendly relations with the EXs. Jonathan Porter became a representative of the EX peoples. He and Relena became friends and supporters of searching for peaceful solutions to end this conflict.
?Jonathan Porter? Herro mumbled to himself. For some reason he didn?t know what to
think of the man.
?So what if he?s a little taller than me, and his hair isn?t so crazy, that doesn?t mean she?d seriously. . . . But lately. . . . . . .? Herro realized he had been talking out loud and let his sentence finish in his mind.
?They have been seen a lot together, conferences and political parties, (he paused concerned) in fact everywhere.? He thought to himself. Was something happening between them that he didn?t know about? He didn?t like that feeling of insecurity. He didn?t like not knowing what was going on, or going to happen. But that question still lingered, why on earth did he care? Why was he obsessed with this, why did it bother him? It bothered him day and night, Then something shot through his thoughts. A feeling, a very strong feeling and streaked through his mind.
?Jealousy? Herro lifted his head and looked very puzzled.
?Am I really just jealous?? He repeated out loud, unaware of anyone around him.
?Jealous of what pal?? A familiar, but rather obnoxious voice spoke from behind him.
Herro?s eyes widen and his pupils nearly disappeared. That voice he knew that voice. He wish he hadn?t known that voice. Maybe if he was lucky he?d just be hallucinating and there was no one behind him. He held his breath and slowly turned around to see that his wish had not come true. Meeting his eyes was a broad smile with big violet eyes accompanied by a long brown braid.
?Holy Crap, it is you! Man long time no see Herro!? Dou nearly shouted. He reached and grabbed Heero?s free hand and began shaking it fiercely. Herro stared at him intently thinking of an escape plan. But he couldn?t leave now, not when he was so close to beating this strange emotion.
?Gosh how long has it been? Five years?? Dou asked, with a big grin still spread across his face.
?Yeah just about.? Herro said, but he was somehow not as enthused when he answered.
?What a coincidence I never thought I?d see you again. I am here for a delivery of parts, but what brings you here to this neck of the woods?? Dou asked.
Herro opened his mouth but didn?t know what to say.
Dou?s eyes dropped to what hero was carrying in his right hand, ?Ooooo nice flowers.? Dou?s eyes narrowed and became devilish, ?Who are they for? As if I didn?t know.?
Herro realized what he was talking about, and futilely tried to hide them behind his back, but it was too late Dou had seen them already. He began to open his mouth again, but was still was at a loss for an explanation. All that came out was
?Ahhhhh?..I?m?.I mean um?.?
?Come on pal, you can?t hold it in forever. Just say it.? Dou replied with an evil grin plastered on his face.
Herro took a deep breath and thought, ?Ok, it doesn?t matter anymore, I can?t stop thinking about her, I have to do this, even if this idiot showed up. It doesn?t change anything. I?m going to do it.? Herro thought some more, and came up with a suitable answer.
?I?m on a mission Dou. And I can?t let anyone get in my way, so I am going alone I really don?t want any help from an old friend.?
?Huh? An old friend? Man you seem to have changed, did you go to manners school or something?.? Dou laughed, but when he looked back at Herro, he had his patent death glare on his face. Dou suddenly felt like disappearing under that intense stare. ?Well it seems not everything has changed.? Dou thought to himself.
?Fine I?ll stay out of your way lover boy.? Dou said while slapping his friend on the back. ?Go get her tiger!?
After releasing a sigh Herro set off in the other direction to the doors of the building. ?This is it he thought, I?m finally going to get the chance to tell her. Tell her that I love her.?
Dou watched him round the corner, and let out a small laugh.
?Damn, it?s about time you told her. She has been waiting for you come around for so long. Well I guess patience really is a virtue.?
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The conference building was very tall and impressive. For some reason the building seemed quite vacant, as there was to be some type of presentation made, in which Vice Foreign Minister Dorlain was to attend. But something wrong was happening in the upper offices.
?Give up my position? Have you gone mad? What is the meaning of this general Snow?!? A slender long blonde hair women shouted while standing.
?Miss Relena, please??
?It?s Miss Dorlain to you general.?
?It has come to our attention that the EX have become more of a threat over the past months. The time for politics and chivalry is over. It?s time for the ESUN to make a move, before the EX rebels do.? General Snow explained in the same tone as Relena just had.
?Rebels? How dare you call them that.? Relena was beginning to get infuriated.
?We would like you to gracefully step down from your position, and the ESUN. Your time is up. The Militia will now be taking over. So leave now or we will have no other choice but to use force.? Snow said to the blonde standing across the way.
?Unfortunately you do not have any authority over me, General? She answered in the calmest voice she could muster.
?Oh you are so clever Miss Dorlain, but unfortunately for you, I am being backed by members of the Earth Sphere United Nations.? Snow took careful measures to accent the relations to Relena in his statement.
?This is ridiculous. We shall see about this general Snow. I?ll have you know I don?t back down without a fight. You have no idea what you are talking about, with the humans and EXs. Get me Jonathan Porter on the phone immediately, we are leaving.? Relena yelled her instructions to her secretary.
The girl nodded and began for the door, but when she opened it, she gasped as it was blocked by a group of soldiers standing in the way. They were armed and ready.
?Now where are your manners minister? It?s rude to just get up and leave, especially when you don?t have permission to.?
*******
Herro entered through the doors and marveled at the inside of the conference building. He had never seen one so large and extravagant. He hoped he would just be able to walk around and find her in the auditorium where she delivered her speeches. As he walked on his heart began to beat faster, and his palms grew more sweaty in anticipation of what he was about to do. But noticed it seemed to quiet for people to be there.
?Of course it wouldn?t have been that easy.? Herro thought to himself
He decided to walk to the desk and ask the young lady what was going on.
?Excuse me, miss?? He asked.
She lifted her head and started at him through the top of her glasses.
?I?m sorry Sir this building is off limits any farther then the auditorium.?
Herro looked even more puzzled. ?If this place is off limits then why is there no security around? I came strolling right in here. Something is not right.?
?But Miss I thought there was supposed to be a presentation by Prime Minister Dorlain today.? Herro asked, still confused
?No, there was nothing of that sorts scheduled today, have a good day.? She answered with a cold voice. ?Please leave.?
?Are you sure? She wasn?t even supposed to be here today, because I thought??
?Were you not listening Sir? I said she is not here. The door is right there. Please escort yourself out.?
Herro was about to think of a new plan of action when he heard yelling in the upstairs offices.
?Nothing going on today? Well what was that?? He yelled at the girl behind the desk, while slamming his hands down.
?None of your concern. It is probably just some officials blowing off steam at each other. Now leave before I call the police! You are not permitted here!?
Herro turned on his heel, and began to walk out. He knew he had heard voices. One was a distinct man?s and the other a woman?s voice, then at that moment of realization his stomach dropped. It was Relena?s voice. He was sure of it now, it had ot of been her. But something was wrong, she was yelling. She was in trouble. He knew something was a miss in there. The fact that it looked emptied out, and no security was beside the point. Then that sick feeling came back to him. The one he felt earlier, but much more intense. The feeling of confusion and panic. Something was happening, and he was not there with her. He was not there protecting her. He let the flowers drop to the ground while forming his hands into fists. As if he had never changed, his eyes darkened and muscles became stiff. He had a new mission, to find her at all costs. And to repay the man who was causing her pain.
The girl watched through her glasses as he exited the building and walked off. As soon as he was out of sight she picked up a phone next to the desk. ?Yes, we have a problem. He seemed very interested in Miss Dorlain. Take care of it. Exited south side of the building.?
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?Now little lady I suggest you listen to me if you don?t want anything bad to happen.? Snow said in an unwavering voice
?I don?t care what you do to me, General. I don?t fear people like you.? Relena answered staring him straight in the eye.
?Oh I have no doubt about your bravery Miss, but I wonder what you would do if it wasn?t your life that was on the line?? He questioned
?What are you getting at General?? Relena asked in a distress voice .
?All those dear people you fight for. All the people that you tried to obtain peace for, your subjects shall we say?? He paused and looked over at the grief in Relena?s face. And continued,
?If you don?t do exactly as I say, their deaths will be on your shoulders. I can have all the colonies linked together, and give one grand fireworks show. You must understand that this is not a conflict for power, but a conflict of survival. A human like you couldn?t understand how I feel. My people are tired of being thrown to the waste side.?
?Your people?? Relena asked confused. ?But I thought you were from?.?
?Looks can be deciving can?t they. Nothing would have happened if you would have simply done as I asked Miss Dorlain.?
?We Ex?s are proud of who we are. We are stronger then you humans, and nature intended it to be that way; survival of the fittest. As you know we are born with an extra set of chromosomes, but instead of deforming, we evolved and became more powerful. If you question that we are not greater than your race, then why are most of us gifted with psychological abilities? Because nature intended for us to rise above you filth. We tried to live with you humans, to cope with you. We can?t take it anymore. We are being suppressed. No MORE! The crimes committed against us were no accidents, we will now have our revenge. So if you wish to live I suggest you do as we say. Men take the Minister to her lovely carriage.?
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It been a while but it seemed as if Heero had never stopped being a soldier. He was looking for some way to get into the building. He ran and scanned it. There were plenty of windows but no way to climb up to them.
?Crap, this isn?t going to work.? Herro said out loud in a panicked voice.
He continued running around the building and found fire escape on the side. He looked on the ground for about a second and found a rather large rock. He picked it up and tossed it a bit in the air and snatched it with his hand.
?This should work for the time being.? He said to himself.
Herro jumped and grabbed the railing with one hand, and amazingly heaved himself up. He continued up the ladder running as fast as his legs could carry him. Once he reached his desired height he took the rock and began beating it against the window. The glass gave way and shattered into pieces, a few of them flew out and cut Herro his arm and hand. Blood dripped down and stained his sleeve, but he was not concerned, he had to find Relena before it was too late.
*********
?What are you planning to do?? Relena asked in a shaky voice.
?I will exact my revenge. You see, you and ESUN failed to take any action against the military crimes that were committed against the EX peoples. An entire city, of people were massacred. They were protesting, and they were killed. They were trying to protect future generations, so they wouldn?t have to be put through the strife?s that their parents were. They were all killed, not one was spared. No one, my mother wasn?t even participating, but she was in the area, and they located the entire EX and hunted them down. Tell me why did my mother deserve this? Why did any of them deserve it? The ESUN tried to cover up this incident, saying a riot broke out. And nothing else was said. You people who are supposed to protect the lives of people did nothing nothing to stop this. And now you will have to pay.? Snow now had a look of complete insanity on his face.
?I don?t understand, if you hate the ESUN then why on earth, are you helping them? I mean you said earlier that an ESUN representative had sent you!? Relena exclaimed.
?What better way to get back at them, then to betray them. Let them know what it feels like to be used. All of them are here in another meeting am I correct??
Relena?s heart seemed to stop.
?In 5 minuets this place and half the city will be nothing, but rubble. And a new age will begin to from, and I?m sure a new war will rise. What a better then to exterminate you disgusting humans then war, seems fitting, since you were the ones that caused it.? Snow stated with out the slightest bit of emotion in his voice.
Tears began to run down Relena?s face. She didn?t know what to do. If she stayed she would surely die. But if she escaped and tried to return to the council, this man would blow up the colonies. For the first time in a long time Relena was afraid. No she was terrified, she couldn?t stop this from happening.
?Oh God. Where is my Herro, I need him. Please God help me. Herro I?.I?m scared.? Relena said in barely a whisper.
********
Herro was sweating hard, this place was even bigger then he originally thought. He kept running up and down every corridor searching, listening for the slightest sound of people. He was beginning to grow even more worried.
?Where is she?!? He panted while running around the next corner, and was about to head up the next set of stairs.
He threw open the door and ran up the stairs skipping about every third step.
?What in the hell was that girl talking about and don?t see anything.? A soldier complained while walking around the corner of the building.
?I?m telling ya the guy probably just was an admirer and took off after he left the building. Or maybe she was just trying to get attention.? His partner mentioned next to him.
The other man laughed.
?See that?s why I didn?t take a desk job. You start to go looney with boredom.? The first man said.
Both looked and shared a smile. One of them let out a sigh and closed his eyes and looked up.
?Ya, know I?m wondering if this job is all its cracked up to be. Because you know???
He opened his eyes and stared up toward the sky, but suddenly stopped dead.
?Shit! Look up there!? He exclaimed
The other man puzzled, looked up and shared the same word his partner had. He picked up his phone and hit a button and threw it up to his ear.
?There has been a breech! Send some units over to sector 4 level 6 immediately!? He screamed the orders.
Two more men were now running to were their comrade had instructed. The taller of the two ran up to the glass and saw the blood stain on the floor. He looked to his left at his partner.
?Someone is definitely here. We?ll have to split up, you take the lower levels, I?ll go high? he said to the other.
The soldier opposite him nodded and grabbed his gun out of its holster. He turned and ran off to the stairs and proceeded down them. The other man readied his rifle and followed, but then sprinted up the stairs.
Herro had to be more cautious now as he noticed when he slid past a corner that a camera was in the upper right corner of the ceiling. Luckily it had been facing the other direction, but it slowly turned and Heero jumped behind the wall. He was breathing heavily. He took a moment and leaned the back of his head on the wall. Time was running out. He must have covered at least 7 floors and still nothing.
?She?s counting on me to protect her. I failed my mission, I?.I failed you, I?m sorry Relena.? His breathing was setting back to normal when all of a sudden something flashed through his mind, a voice.
?HERRO!?
He shook his head and ran a hand through his hair. He began to rub his temples to ease his mind. Then he heard it again, but louder and followed by a scream. His heart raced, along with his mind. He raised his head.
?Relena?!? He said while swinging his head left and right. ?Where are you??
This was so strange he could have sworn that he heard her say his name but there was no one around. Then something hit him. Another feeling, something was pulling him, leading him. Then heard the voice again.
?HERRO, HELP ME, I?M SO SCARED?
He looked to his left he was sure that?s where it came from. He ran off in that direction and turned the corner skidding a bit from the sudden change of direction. He started down the new hallway when he heard a muffled voice coming from one of the offices. He stopped and hid behind the corner, just barely peeking out to see the door that he was now positive that lead to Relena. The man began speaking again.
He stared on and said, ?Relena, hang on I?m coming for you.?
5 min remaining
Relena suddenly stopped crying. She felt warm inside, the chill of fear had left her. She had a feeling that it would be alright. General Snow looked down at her with curiosity.
?You?re a very hard woman to read little missy. Men lead her out, I?ll be out in a minuet.? He spoke in a dark tone.
Relena struggled as two men grabbed her by her upper arms and lifted her to her feet and shoved her out the door.
Herro heard the noise from the commotion happening inside. He ducked around the corner to see what was going to happen. He saw the door open and two men step out, holding Relena while she struggled in their grasp. He felt his insides churn, and blood boil from the anger building up.
4 min remaining
?How dare you touch her.? He whispered while grinding his teeth against each other.
He felt ready, his blood was hot and was pumping through his fight heightened body even faster, he slowed his breathing, he was getting ready to attack. The men were coming closer, he could almost feel Relena?s heartbeat she was so close. His back pressed against the wall, sweat running down his face, waiting for the right moment. The footsteps were getting louder, heavier sounding. With the slightest vision of the first man Herro launched on instinct. An elbow to the man?s stomach sent him over in a flash. Herro?s eyes narrowed he put his hand on Relena?s head and shoved her to the ground as he landed a high kick to the other man?s face. The other man was getting up and fast he took a swing at Herro. Herro stepped back to avoid the blow.
?He?s quick.? He thought, and dodged another punch, ?Real quick.?
Herro ducked and hit the floor. He caught himself and spun on his hand kicking out the mans legs from under him. He pushed himself up and delivered a power hit under the man?s chin and sent him flying backward. Relena had to come back to reality, she got up and there behind her she saw him. She burst out into tears.
?HEERO!? She screamed.
He ran up to her, and grabbed her hand and pulled her out of the hallway. He knew the man would have heard something while there was fighting.
General Snow broke through the door and nearly lost all of his remaining sanity.
?FIND HER! NO, FIND HER!? He screamed as more men ran out of the office.
3 min remaining
Herro had a very tight grip on Relena?s wrist, and was not about to let go of it. He ran with her as fast as he could turning corners hoping she would not slip. She must have gotten the message as she ditched her high heeled shoes when they began their escape.
?Heero? she breathed, ?How??how did you?.?
?Not now Relena.? He cut her off, and pulled her even faster. ?Just hang on, I?m going to get us out of here.?
Her side ached from the running, but she would have gladly endured any pain to be with him. As long as he was here, she didn?t care what happened to her. Herro pushed open the doors that lead to the stairs and they began a mad rush to get down them. There was no point in holding on to the railing as they literally jumped down 4 steps at a time. They had to get moving. Herro could hear feet running above them on the other stair cases. Relena glanced back for a second and could now see them. They weren?t too far behind. Herro and Relena pushed through another set of stairs and ran to a small remote section. They both hit the wall hard with their backs and were breathing very deeply. Herro wiped the sweat from his brow. Relena looked over at him and was astonished, it was a miracle, it had to of been. Herro looked at her and opened his mouth as if to say something. But she was the one to speak first.
?I can?t believe you?re here, is this a dream?? She asked between breaths.
?If it is we?re having the same dream, and it?s starting off with a real bang.? He replied.
Relena hung on the word bang, it sounded like familiar. Then she remembered Snow?s plans.
?Oh God Herro we have got to get out of here! Snow is going to blow this place up!? She yelled
2 min remaining
It only took her 5 seconds to explain to Herro that everything within about a 50 mile radius was in danger of this explosion. The other soldiers were getting closer, footsteps were louder.
He looked to Relena, and it look like tears were forming.
He turned his back and all he said was ?Go.? He paused ?Go straight out these doors, and take them out to the exit, you should get there in time. I?ll hold off Snow?s soldiers, give you enough time to escape, take this?, he threw her a phone, ?help is on the way.?
?No way I?m not going without you, not after you?re finally back.? She said with her voice quivering.
He turned back around and looked at her, tears were forming and running down her slender check bones. Even when she cried she looked like an angel. He looked at her and walked up and held her hand.
1 min remaining
?I came to tell you something.? He said. He put his hand under her chin and lifted it.
?Wha?? But before she could even get the word out he captured her lips in a deep kiss. She tingled all over, she was getting even warmer. This sensation was like nothing she had ever felt before. She couldn?t believe this was happening, yes it was a miracle. Herro had to end the passionate kiss and pushed her back a little.
?I came to tell you that I love you.?
She looked into his deep Persian eyes and saw that he was crying.
?Go? he said
?Your planning to di?..?
He cut her off ?Believe in me like you once did.?
She looked at him, ?I have always believed in you.?
She looked into his eyes one last time and slowly turned around and began to running where Herro had instructed.
He looked at her one last time, and turned the tears gone, going head first into the enemy soldiers. Herro began his desperate fight. He had to dive to miss oncoming fire. Once the rounds ended Herro ran out and attacked.
?As long as she?s safe, as long as she survives.? He repeated over and over to himself.
30 seconds
Relena could hear the sirens coming from the police cars that Herro must have called.
?PLEASE GOD! Don?t let me loose him not now!? She cried out.
She pushed open more doors and was running as fast as she could. She was almost there, almost to the exit where she could now plan how to stop Snow. He mind raced as pain was shooting through her sides. More tears ran down her face, this was not helping her go faster.
?Don?t you dare die on me Herro.? She thought to herself.
10 seconds
Herro was not letting up in the least. More soldiers were falling to their knees, until someone shouted.
?10 SECONDS LEFT?
Suddenly they all began to take off in different directions panicing. Herro was confused himself, he only had 10 seconds to get out himself. He was about to run down the corridor and follow Relena. Blood was dripping down into his eyes now, he had been hit hard. But a gunshot fired from behind him.
Relena?s heartached and she burst through the doors and a preventor had been there right about to enter. Surprised only for a moment he grabbed her and thre into the back of their vehicle. The car sped off and Relena helplessly watched as she saw the sun saw being covered with something.
?No wait Herro is still in there! NOOOOOOO!? She screamed in a rage.
Herro hit the side of the wall blood now stained his chest. Snow walked up to him pistol in hand. The ground began to shake.
?Well now you are you? Miss Relena?s rescuer I presume.? He snickered ?Too bad you?ll never see her again.?
?It doesn?t matter, as long as she is alive.? Herro answered in gasps.
An explosion had sounded.
?Ahhhh? Snow smiled ?The attack has started.?
Pieces of the ceiling had fallen and dust was now floating everywhere. Herro took this opportunity and lunged at Snow?s hand with the pistol. They were fighting over it when another explosion went off. They were thrown backwards and Herro grabbed the pistol as it skidded across the floor. He aimed for Snow, but he couldn?t get a good shot because of all the turbulence that was going on around them. Snow stood straight up and looked to the sky, missiles were hitting everywhere now.
?My people will soon be free, I am free.? Was all he said.
Herro looked on as an explosion caused everything behind Snow to erupt in flames, along with him. Herro stumbled to his feet, and clutched his chest from the pain, he slowly tried to make it to the nearest door before everything was going to fall down. He pressed his arm against the wall, the flames were now even higher. He strained his eyes, but there it was, like a beacon, a door, he began to run for it.
Relena stuck her head out the back of the car and looked on in terror as she saw the tower collapse. She wanted to die at that moment. There was no way he could have gotten out in time. Relena?s heart felt like it would explode with emotion. She slid back into her seat tears coming down in a steady pace.
?Oh no, I can?t believe it.? She whispered.
?HANG ON MISS RELENA!? Shouted the driver.
The driver tried to avoid a missile aftershock but it was too late. The car had flipped over at least 10 times. It lay upside down and started on fire. Relena opened her eyes after screaming for what felt like a lifetime. She had cut herself badly on her arm and was bleeding everywhere. She tried to pull herself out when a hand came down and she grabbed it and helped pull her out.
?Are you alright?? A man asked
Relena continually pushed up but her coat was stuck and she had to leave it in the upside down car. She slid out of it and looked up into lovely pair of violet eyes.
?Oh my God, Dou.? She whispered
He helped her up as she leaned against them and she turned out to face the city. It was in shambles. Fires were everywhere, buildings were falling apart. And people were screaming. More tears ran down her face, she was distraught with despair.
?Did Herro send you to?.....? she asked without looking him in the face.
?Yeah he did. He contacted me right before I think all this happened, I got here as fast as I could, but hey don?t worry about it Relena, everything will be alright.? Dou tried to reassure her.
?No it won?t? she answered. She turned around and began walking back to the building that was now lying in ruin. Dou ran up and grabbed her arm pulling her back.
?Relena, you can?t go back there! Don?t worry I?m sure ??.?
Relena turned to look at him tears streaming down her face. She began to yell. ?How do you know! WHERE IS HE?! IF HE IS FINE WHERE IS HE?!? Relena pulled away and began running but no longer had the strength to move anymore. She fell to her knees and began to sob. ?I?m not going to move till he comes back Dou.?
?Relena that?s crazy it?s too dangerous to stay here any longer. We need to go.? But a sickness began welling up in Dou as well. He thought to himself, ?Herro where are you? I know you would have been here by now. Come on just show up already!?
Relena sat there distraught, nothing was making sense. Why hadn?t Herro come back to show her he was fine. Why was he not there? A lump was forming in her throat, she did not want to think about an explanation for he absence.
Dou walked up and put an arm on her shoulder. ?Relena? Dou swallowed the lump that was in his throat, ?I don?t think Herro is coming ba??
?DON?T SAY THAT!? She yelled, and jumped up and began effortless pounding Dou?s chest. ?He can?t be, he can?t leave me, I can?t believe it?.? Her voice drifted as she began crying into Dou?s shoulder. Dou did not stop her as he simply pulled her into an embrace as he himself shed tears for the fallen soldier, for his friend.
