Reclamation Epilogue
In some ways the last month had raced by like sands leaking through a broken hourglass. In other ways the minutes and hours and days had crawled at a snail's pace. But whatever the rate of passing each day had been better than the pervious one.
It had taken Wufei about two weeks to recover from his injuries. Of course the time would have been less if the Chinese Cluster leader had not tried to do more than he was able. He insisted on maintaining his busy agenda of hit and run and giving OZ hell. While Heero and his comrades were able to keep Wufei in camp he was still determined to attend ever strategy session, check and double check the mission plans and review every bit of informant information so no one in OZ or the Alliance could piss without his knowledge.
Add to Wufei's hectic schedule more restless hours at night making sure everything was running smoothly and Heero was finally forced to issue threats of bodily harm to make his brother rest and eat as he should. It was an uphill battle but Heero proved that he could be as stubborn and hard headed as his older sibling. There were tense confrontations and shouted arguments and begging from Quatre for the brothers to get along but there was never a lack of love between Wufei and Heero.
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Heero and Duo had become inseparable. Taking care of Wufei did help to ease Heero back into a daily routine but Zechs Merquise's physical violation and mental abuse was difficult to overcome. Each day Duo worked at Heero's side doing what he could to assist his lover in his recovery. Every night he shared Heero's bed cradling him as he fell asleep and comforting him when nightmares jolted him awake.
Heero and Duo had not done much more than kiss and cuddle. An occasional manually stimulated release was performed but they were not ready to take the next step. Too many memories and too much pain still lingered so they wisely decided that limited lovemaking was the best way to go. It wasn't that they did not desire each other but sex done in desperation or to satisfy bodily urges was not how they wanted their first time to be. They were both willing to wait until the time was right, when they could share pure love free from the demons of their pasts. Each day Heero improved thanks to Duo's love, his brother's devotion and his friend's and comrade's support.
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Shortly after the rebels returned to the Outlands Quatre decided that it was time for closure concerning his family's objections to his and Trowa's relationship. Quatre contacted his father and set up a meeting. Trowa went with him for moral support. Employing the maturity he had developed since joining the Cluster Quatre told his father that he would always respect his family but that Trowa came first. He boldly declared that Trowa was his partner and that if his family could not accept that then Quatre would no longer consider himself part of the Winner clan.
Quatre's father was amazed by the profound change in his son. He admitted that Quatre was now a man able to make his own decisions. Everyone put aside their differences and a tearful reunion followed. Although Quatre's parents were worried about his involvement with the underground faction they didn't try to persuade him to come home. Instead they pledged their support offering their wealth and unlimited resources to aid the Cluster's cause.
Trowa was welcomed unconditionally. To prove the family's acceptance of their son and his lover their union was blessed with a Joining Ceremony. Then Trowa Barton and Quatre Winner-Barton returned to the Cluster as partners for life.
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Two months later:
It had been two weeks since Quatre's father paid for the shuttle that secretly carried his son and his fellow Cluster rebels to Lagrange 1. The rumors had been true; there was a covert research facility. There was a team of scientists and engineers who had used Gundanium to construct five advanced mobile suits that would rival any of OZ's fighting machines.
For the first time in over a year the five young freedom fighters were safe. They able to move freely about a secure compound staffed by men and women who were dedicated to uniting the Colonies. They were to be trained as pilots, to engage in guerilla warfare that would end the Alliance's tyrannical oppression and destroy OZ.
The rebels had been assigned three rooms in an apartment building on base. Of course everyone enjoyed the privacy. Quatre and Trowa shared one room, Heero and Duo another. Even Wufei benefited from the singular accommodations. Shortly after they arrived he met a woman named Sally Po and there had been an instant attraction. Now Wufei, too, had someone special to love.
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Quatre had been sleeping better. In the compound's safer environment the dark dreams had all but disappeared. The tender care of his soul mate allowed him to find his own path and the courage to face the rigorous pilot training with confidence.
Trowa was experiencing his own liberation as he watched Quatre's health improve. As Quatre grew stronger in body, mind and spirit their empathic connection became stronger as well. Now Trowa could draw from his own strength and with his lover forge a future. He and Quatre would face many dangers but he knew whatever happened they would face it together without fear and that was the best freedom of all.
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Heero lay beside Duo snuggled under warm blankets in a cozy bed. No more cold seeping through cracked windows or wind wailing over cold concrete. No more lumpy mattress and threadbare coverings. The hunger was gone not just from his stomach but his heart as well. Tonight the rain pelted so gently that it could barely be heard on the roof.
Duo faced his lover. In the soothing darkness there were no monsters, no demons to come between them. Wrapping his arms around Heero's waist he pulled him as close as physically possible. A brushing of lips then the kiss became more demanding. It was time as the raindrops tapped against the windows to love his savoir. There were no more doubts in his mind or heart, no hesitation in his soul.
"Duo," Heero whispered as they broke the breathless kiss, "love me."
"Are you sure?"
"Yes I want you to know how much I love you. We are not promised tomorrow and I can't bear to spend one more moment without you."
"I only want to love you if you are comfortable with it." Duo declared giving Heero a choice.
A rare smile brightened Heero's face. "I know you wouldn't hurt me, I trust you with my life."
"We'll take it slow," Duo replied, "and anytime you want to stop we can, I promise I won't be mad." he reassured his partner.
Heero nodded then started to pull his tee shirt over his head. Duo laid a hand on his chest. "Lay still and let me do everything."
Without hesitation Heero obeyed relaxing under Duo's expert care. Duo raised up leaning over to let his lips brush over Heero's mouth. A sigh feather across the parted lips before his tongue slipped inside. As much as Heero wanted to comply with his lover's request he could not stay still, not when Duo was igniting a fire over every inch of his body.
Lips pressed together and tongue tasting Duo slid his hands under Heero's shirt until they found a taunt nipple. A moan was his reward for the treasure hunting. Kneading the rounded nub Duo soon had Heero withering under his masterful strokes. The tee shirt was pulled over his head exposing Heero's firm chest and rippling muscles.
"Damn." was all Duo could say. It was not the first time he had seen Heero without his shirt but knowing that they would go farther than they had before triggered something hot that tingled up both legs and fueled a fire in Duo's groin.
Anxiously Heero tugged at Duo's shirt aching to feel bare flesh against bare flesh. Warm damp skin stoked the flames higher. Bulging erections rubbed together, the friction threatening to a climax both of them before they were ready.
"Duo please." Heero begged trying to pull down his boxes to free his throbbing manhood.
Duo honored the urgent request quickly divesting both himself and his lover of the last barrier to their complete state of nakedness. The bedcovers tangled about the bare bodies. With one fluid motion Duo threw back the binding sheet and blanket fully freeing their movements. Now nothing interfered as Heero raised his legs to encircle Duo's waist until he could feel Duo's penis nudge his anal entrance.
As Duo suckled and kissed his way down his lover's trembling body as the increasing volume of Heero's moans and whimpers prodded him on. Finally his mouth stopped just above his desired target. Flicking his tongue over the milky tip caused Heero's entire body to jerk. A sly smile crossed Duo's lips at the intense reaction. Again the teasing touch was applied and once more Heero sucked in a breath and shook from the stimulation.
"You taste good lover." Duo declared running his tongue over the slit to further kindle the fire.
Heero's mouth gaped opened but strange sounds not words flowed out. Something akin to a garbled plea was filtered through a hiss of air, as Heero was too breathless to talk. Finally deciding to have mercy on his tortured lover Duo opened his mouth and began to take in the swollen member one inch at a time. Heero's eyes closed at the sheer sensations as Duo's wet mouth continued to engulf his rigid arousal. Then Duo set a rhythm designed to drive his partner to the brink without pushing him over the edge.
Heero clutch up handfuls of the bottom sheet as he struggled to maintain his last bit of control. His eyes closed tighter as Duo tongue slithered from base to tip and back again. At the same time Duo probed Heero's entrance with one finger. Then he suddenly sat back on his heels.
This was as far as they had ever gone and suddenly Duo was not certain he should continue. As hard as it would be to stop now he did not want to do anything that would upset his precious partner. Heero's emotions were still raw, the dreams too vivid and Duo was afraid that he might dredge up memories that could prove too harmful.
Even though the sensual haze Heero felt the absence of Duo's body. "Don't stop." he insisted pushing back against Duo's hand. Duo studied Heero's eyes searching for any sign of uncertainty. He could not live with himself if he hurt Heero in any way.
"Please." Heero insisted sliding his arms around Duo's neck, "It is the only way I can be freed from the memories. Show me that love doesn't hurt."
Capturing Heero's mouth Duo let a kiss glimmer like a star burst across the heavens. "Now?" he asked as their lips parted.
"Now my love." Heero replied gripping his legs and centering his opening.
With gentle care Duo prepared his lover. One by one a finger was inserted relaxing the tight muscle ring. The fingers were withdrawn and his manhood pressed in place. Carefully he pushed inside keeping a close watch on Heero's face but his expression never showed any discomfort or distress. Duo pushed then paused to let Heero adjust. Finally he was fully seated, united both physically and emotionally with his beautiful soul mate.
Heero opened his eyes locking his steely sight on Duo. There was trust in the blue orbs, a placid serenity that told Duo his partner was not afraid. Duo pulled halfway out then rocked forward with a steady motion. A soft sigh flowed over Heero's lips as he matched Duo's movements. Then as if they had been lovers for a thousand years Heero and Duo became united with a single heart and soul as they moved as one.
Higher the passion rose. Both lovers groaned and panted and urged the other on to a thundering climax. Duo pumped Heero's erection adding one more tactile sensation to his already overloaded system as he quivered under Duo's masterful manipulations. A shudder coursed over Heero seconds before he gave up his seed. Duo kept to his task feeling his own approaching orgasm race through his groin. Duo threw back his head and reverently called Heero's name as he claimed his lover.
Laying his head on Heero's chest Duo listened to the heightened heartbeat and savored the scent of sex. Bathing in the afterglow Duo whispered endearing promises of his protection and care. He pledged a lifetime together that only death would sever. Pulling out gently Duo gathered the sheet and blanket covering he and Heero to ward off a chill. The showers had ended and a thin shift of moonlight caressed the snuggling lovers with a silvery glow.
In two days they would begin their pilot training. After months of intense study and practice they would be ready to take back what the Alliance and OZ had stolen from them. Five massive Mechas would be unleashed to rain fire on their oppressors until the light of freedom revealed every hiding place. There would be no reprieves for the wicked, no redemption or forgiveness for their sins against every Colony citizen.
But tonight there would be no talk of war or revenge. Now two rebels were no longer lonely outcasts facing an uncertain future. Together they could overcome any obstacle for unitied they were invincible.
OWARI
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