December, 2000
This is an amateur effort and does not intend to infringe on the rights of Sunrise, Sotsu Agency, Asahi TV, and Bandai Visuals.
This is a Christmas gift for my beloved friends Lara and DaMoyre. For all the good things shared. For the many times you were there for me.
And thank you for the beta, DaMoyre ^_^
Closure
by Cecilia
I look at my watch for the tenth time, realizing once again that it's early still, that Wufei is not late, that I am just too anxious to get over with this. Since I came back from Mars, two months ago, we have been working together as Preventers under Une's orders. I have come to respect him, and though he will never admit it, I know that at least he doesn't think me a worthless traitor anymore.
He has become close to Duo Maxwell, the eternally cheerful boy. It was a surprise, and many times I believed Wufei would silence his braided partner with a jab. But Duo is the light in Wufei's life, and sometimes he even manages to make him smile. Sometimes.
I know what torments him. I know it is Treize's death that haunts Wufei, making him unable to enjoy life. I know what he must be feeling. I know because I have felt the same. I tried to kill a man who only wanted to create a peaceful world. Even if I didn't always agree with his ways. But who am I to criticize? I have done the same, been the same... loved the same.
But in Wufei's case it's a different pain. He was just a boy when he battled Treize for the last time; and that day he discovered that Treize was not the evil incarnate he had believed him to be. He learned this truth a little too late, only a few moments before taking his life. The pain runs deep, and even though I'm certain it's Duo whom he loves, I know that Wufei won't be happy until his mind is at peace. And that is why I am waiting for him now in this cafe.
He finally arrives, and after a few words I ask him to come with me. He doesn't like it; I knew he would not. He demands to know where am I taking him. And I am prepared for this. I tell him the truth. His eyes widen, and I see him pale while he grips the edge of the table to steady himself. I say a few calming words, and pray that he doesn't stand and leave. But the storm doesn't really come. He is too shocked, and when I ask him once more to come with me, he nods silently and follows me.
I drive at full speed, not wanting this moment to last any longer. He is silent and almost fearful, but I can also see hope in his eyes. And I sigh in relief. Once more Treize was right. We finally arrive at my house and I lead Wufei inside. He is paler now, and trembling slightly, but I say nothing about it. I know he prefers it this way. I look up and I see Treize standing at the top of the stairs. My beloved. Alive after all this time. I hadn't known when I left for Mars, but I came back when he called me. I glance back at Wufei, who can't take his eyes off the man we both tried to kill. I excuse myself and leave them alone. I know that they must talk without witnesses.
I go outside and occupy myself tending Treize's roses. I really hope I am doing it right. He has been teaching me the basics, though I lack the patience for gardening. But these are his roses, and I need to do something while my lover talks to Wufei. Finally, they both come out of the house, and I see Wufei shaking hands with him and saying good-bye. When he passes by me, he nods and says a simple "Thank you." And then he is gone.
Strong arms encircle my waist, and I turn around, placing my arms around his neck. I still can't believe I have him back. And that he loves me. I tried to kill him, and he still wants me at his side. He pulls me close and kisses my lips, parting them, exploring my mouth in a sweet and passionate kiss. "Mine," he murmurs before kissing me again, and I shiver, knowing it's true. I am his.
The End
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