Gundam Wing Fan Fiction ❯ Mission Impossible ❯ Chapter 10 ( Chapter 10 )

[ X - Adult: No readers under 18. Contains Graphic Adult Themes/Extreme violence. ]

Chapter 10

I wasn't sure how long I'd slept, but I did know it had been one of the most restful sleeps I'd had in a long time. As my mind returned to the conscious plane I became aware of feeling warm. There was an arm wrapped around my waist and soft breathing across my shoulders.

There was also something hard pressing against the back of my thigh.

My brain kicked in sharply, all the memories of the past twenty four hours flooding through - the dart, Relena, hospital and the tranquilizer. Obviously, the tranquilizer explained why it took me a little longer than usual to become alert.

Duo.

It was Duo who was spooned up behind me. Duo's arm rested over my waist. Duo's breath washed over my skin. Duo's...

I swallowed.

There were no two ways about it. That hardness pressing against the back of my thigh had to be Duo's erection. Damn! I lay as still as possible, not sure what to do. Duo shifted slightly in his sleep, pressing closer to me, his erection rubbing against the back of my thigh and brushing the base of my cheeks. I managed to stifle a groan and then realized I had another problem.

I was getting hard myself.

The feeling of Duo draped over and around me was nice. I hadn't expected the arousal though and that threw me for a moment. I silently ran a string of curses through my mind. Feeling Duo's hardness pressed against me not only sent heat pooling in my groin, but a raw, animalistic feeling lodged in my gut. My hips pushed back a little, rewarded by a forward push of Duo's and the jolt of need and desire flared stronger.

While Duo felt really good pressed firmly against my hips, I knew that once he woke up our position wasn't going to sit too well with him. I needed to try and wriggle away from him a bit. I didn't want him thinking he'd tried anything while asleep and I didn't want him feeling embarrassed either. I needed to let him know that I wanted him - wanted this. Whatever 'this' turned out to be.

Carefully, I started to inch away from him, slow movements towards the side of the bed. I should have realized it was futile. Duo's eyes snapped open and I froze.

It took a couple of moments for the situation to completely sink in and when it did, what I'd feared began to happen. Duo pulled back, his cheeks turning red as he scooted away from me.

"H - H - Heero. Ah, I'm sorry. I didn't realize. Oh god." He drew the covers over his head in an attempt to hide from me.

If I hadn't been so concerned about Duo's reaction I would have found the whole situation comical. But Duo didn't need my laughter, he needed my understanding. How the heck was I going to let him know that I wasn't disgusted by his reactions to being close to me? And the more difficult question; how to let him know I welcomed the attention? I frowned, caught up in a swirl of emotions I wasn't sure I could figure out within the next couple of seconds. I had to do something, and now.

"Duo?" I questioned softly as I turned over and inched towards him.

"Not here," came the muffled reply.

I smiled to myself. I could hear the embarrassment in his voice. "Duo, come out from under there."

"No one by the name of Duo under here."

With a sigh, I grabbed the hem of the sheet and pulled it back, revealing a red faced and obviously agitated Duo.

"Ah, Heero. Fancy meeting you here," Duo quipped.

"Duo..."

"Heero, I'm sorry. Look, I didn't know I would end up plastered all over you..."

"Duo."

"I was asleep, my limbs just did their own thing..."

He was babbling now, obviously worried about my reaction to his cuddling of me, not to mention the wood he'd been sporting and rubbing against me. "Duo!" I tried again, a little louder this time.

"Look, I can explain about the other... errr... you know... It's a guy..."

Seeing as how Duo wasn't going to listen to me any time soon, I did the only thing I could think of to shut him up.

I kissed him.

At first his lips seemed to resist, unmoving against mine, but then they relaxed and became pliant, starting to kiss back. When I pulled away from the kiss, his eyes were wide with shock and he just stared at me.

"Did you just kiss me, Heero?"

I nodded. "I had to shut you up somehow. I know it wasn't as good as the one you gave me at the dance, but..."

"You remember the dance?"

"Yes."

"But, you said you couldn't remember anything."

"I said I couldn't remember much, meaning I couldn't remember anything after the dart hit me."

"Oh." Duo looked thoughtful for a moment and then questioned me again. "What do you remember then?"

It was my turn to think long and hard. This was my chance, the opening I'd been waiting for. But how to put all I wanted to say into the right words?

"I remember asking you to dance with me and you accepted. The fan girls, they were all standing around us chanting." I felt my jaw beginning to tighten as the words I wanted to say seemed to elude me. "They wanted us to kiss... You - you kissed me." Why was this so damn hard? I began to get frustrated with myself, annoyed that I couldn't say what was on my mind.

"Heero?"

"Duo? Why did you dance that way with me?" I blurted out. I had to know the truth. If he'd been teasing me it would tear me apart inside. Duo didn't lie, and the soft confession of earlier - when he'd thought I was asleep - It all added up to one thing. But I needed to hear some sort of confirmation from Duo's lips before I could cross the line from friend to whatever it was I sought.

I refocused my attention on Duo who seemed to have gone a few darker shades of red. He fidgeted also appearing to have trouble finding the right words. It amused me as he was always articulate and could converse for ages on any topic.

"Dance in what way?" Duo said.

I could tell he was hedging, looking for a way out without having to lie. I wasn't about to give him a way out though. I had to know. "When the music changed and became faster, you, well you started to dance - differently."

"Ah. Umm."

"Were you stringing me along? Or were you playing it up for the crowd?"

"I - I wasn't stringing you along, Heero. Please believe that. I suppose in one way I was doing it for the crowd, trying to give them something of what they wanted, but then." Duo trailed off and I waited patiently for him to continue. "Then it changed. I wanted to dance with you that way, see what your reaction would be. If I remember correctly, you seemed to be enjoying it."

The ball was back in my court and I knew it. Duo was waiting for my reaction to his words and I couldn't lie to him. To hell with trying to find the right words, I'd just say what was on my mind, take my own advice from years ago and follow my emotions. I could only hope I'd figured the emotions out the right way.

"I did enjoy the dancing, Duo." I lowered my eyes, the next words I wanted to say I didn't think I could look at his face as I said them. I didn't want to see rejection or disgust so it was easier not to look. "Duo, these past couple of days, the mission, the convention, it's all given me a new way to look at life. I've been shocked at some of the things I've seen and heard, but there have also been moments when I've felt complete. I really did enjoy dancing with you, I've enjoyed playing the part of your partner while we've been here, I've learnt a lot more than I think I wanted to; and yet I feel like I'm standing on the edge of a cliff." I wasn't sure if I was making any sense, all my thoughts were scrambled.

"Heero?"

I slowly raised my eyes and was met with a soft smile. Duo reached out and cupped my cheek, rubbing his thumb in a soothing motion against my cheekbone. I exhaled softly and leaned into the caress.

"Why did you buy me at the auction?" Duo asked, his voice low.

I jolted a little. "I told you. We have a mission and I needed you with me to protect Relena. Just as well I did buy you considering what happened." I was feeling raw, nervous about Duo's question.

"I know that's what you said to Relena, but I don't buy it for a second."

I narrowed my eyes and started to glare.

"Okay, I partially buy it then. Now, tell me the real reason."

My eyes widened a little. "I didn't think you would appreciate being bought by one of those women who were bidding for you. They didn't seem to be your type."

Duo cocked his head to the side. "Since when did you become an expert on what my type is?"

"I, umm." Shit, damn and all those other curse words.

"What is my type, Heero?" Duo raised himself slowly, leaning closer to me until I could feel the wash of his breath against my skin.

"Ah."

"Or maybe I should be asking you what your type is?" Duo's voice had lowered to a husky purr.

Aw crap. I could feel my cheeks flushing, a warmth spreading through my veins. "My type?" I managed to get out around a dry throat.

"Yes, Heero. Your type." Duo's voice now contained a sultry tone, his lips were centimeters from mine.

If this wasn't a blatant come on then two plus two equaled five. Without thinking of the consequences I decided I'd had enough. I was tired of the pretending, tired of the dancing around. Duo's soft words from earlier came back to haunt me and I threw all caution to the winds. There could be worse things than death by Duo.

"I think you're my type, Duo." I said the words softly and left them hanging in the air, waiting, body like a coiled spring should the need to self preserve become necessary. I slowly raised my sight until I was staring into Duo's eyes. Blue flecked with violet greeted me, the pupils dilating and shrinking while many varied emotions swirled through the depths. I tried to catalog them, but they moved too fast.

Then Duo moved.

I didn't have a chance. He was quick, closing in on me, his lips seeking mine and then I was completely lost in the kiss he bestowed. His mouth moved sensuously over mine, his tongue asking entrance which I eagerly granted. Somehow my arms wound around his upper body, his arms encircled my neck, one hand drifting to thread through my hair and then hold me in place. Not that I was going anywhere.

It was similar and yet different to the kiss we had shared on the dance floor. This one was slightly desperate, as if seeking reassurance. I did my best to kiss back with equal fervor, trying to let Duo know what I couldn't put into words. Our lips broke apart and Duo rested his forehead against mine, gazing into my eyes with what I could only describe as satisfaction.

"Are you serious, Heero?"

His words jarred me from my kiss induced haze, and I had to think about them for a moment. "What do you mean?"

"Heero. You know I'm bisexual..."

I nodded.

"But do you know what your sexuality is?"

I frowned. "I don't understand," I replied.

"From what you've told me of yourself and what I've seen when we've hung out or while working together, you've never really had a relationship with anyone, male or female." Duo pulled away slightly, a small crease appearing between his eyebrows as he searched for the words he needed to explain. "I guess what I'm trying to say is, is this what you want? Are you sure you're interested in men, in me? Or is this some mere passing fascination, a need to find out more about male relationships?"

Now that gave me something to think about.

"I'll be honest, Heero. I'm not looking for a one night stand or simple fling. Sure I flirt a lot, I have a reputation to uphold." He gave a cheeky grin to soften the words. "But what I want may not be what you want."

"I don't really know," I began slowly. "True, I've never really had a relationship before, with a male or female, the job we do is the main factor in that. I'd never given much thought to an interest in men until this weekend. What I've seen and learnt over the past couple of days has opened my eyes to a lot of things. Yes, I'm intrigued by a male, male relationship, but..." This was the part I found confusing and somehow I had to tell Duo and hope he could give me the answer.

"Duo, this is probably going to sound strange as well as confusing, but please, hear me out before you say anything."

"Okay." Duo scuttled back a little and leaned against the headboard of the bed. He let a hand drift down and rest over the back of mine, his thumb stroking softly. It wasn't a sexual touch, more of a reassurance. I smiled my thanks.

"When I think about two men together, seen from those doujinshi what goes on I have a pretty good idea how a same sex relationship would work. I've seen many different costumes, watched other males at this convention interact with each other and while I have to say it's sweet, it doesn't do anything for me, however." I paused for a moment to gauge Duo's reaction thus far. He was frowning and I knew I wasn't making a whole lot of sense - yet.

"However, when I watch you, hold your hand, have your arm around my waist, it feels different. I like the way it makes me feel. I've spent many hours chewing this over in my head, trying to understand and find answers for why I should be feeling all warm and fuzzy when I'm close to you. When you danced dirty with me, touched me, all I could think about was how good, how right it felt, how I wanted more. When those girls were bidding for you at the auction all I could see was them touching you and I wanted to kill them. The kiss you gave me... I've never experienced anything like it. But you know what's the most confusing of all?"

Duo shook his head in the negative response.

"I only feel this way with you. None of the women I've met have made my heart beat faster, none of the guys I've seen here at this convention have sent tingles down my spine. But you have. I've even pictured you in one of those doujinshi. Duo? I don't understand exactly what it is I'm experiencing here, all I know is I want to be with you, you are what makes me happy." I looked at my partner, trying to will him to understand the confusion I was going through and hopefully give me some answers. "Tell me something, Duo? I've noticed little things about you when we're together. I might be wrong, but you seem to be attracted to me. Am I right?"

Duo was silent, his eyes lowered to the bed sheets so I couldn't read what was going through them. As the silence stretched I began to fear I'd offended him, interpreted everything the wrong way and a small knot of fear began to build in my gut.

Finally, he raised his head and fixed me with a look that burnt directly to my heart. He raised a hand and cupped my cheek, his mouth softening as a small smile played over his lips. "Heero," he began softly. "I have a confession of my own to make. I never in all my wildest dreams thought you would be interested in men, in me. Never once did you give a hint that you were even aware that sex and attraction existed in your world. Now I know why. I really enjoy your company, I like spending time hanging out with you, shooting pool and watching movies. A small part of me has always been interested in you, I've daydreamed about what it would be like to have a relationship with you. I watched your body language, listened when you talked and gathered my information from there. It all told me you were not interested in a relationship with anyone other than being friends. I was content with that. Just being close to you was enough for me. If I couldn't have your heart then having your friendship was the next best thing."

I could feel my eyes becoming moist with Duo's words, but I didn't interrupt him.

"This mission, the convention. I saw it as an opportunity to try a little flirting, getting closer to you and being able to share a bit of you without any recourse. It was a stupid thing to do."

"Why?" I asked, curious to know.

"Because I knew that once this weekend was over we would go back to our jobs and normal life. I don't know that I can do that, Heero. Not after sharing so much with you. I ache inside and this is why I have to know if what you're saying is the truth. If this is only an infatuation, something that's going to last a couple of days and then be over with, then I think we should call it quits right now."

Emotions swirled inside me, ones I didn't understand. I felt an ache in my chest, a hollow feeling in my gut. "Duo, all I know is that I want you, I want you by my side, I want to share life with you and not in the manner of a friend. Yes I want to be friends, but I want more and I'm sure you do too. Please, Duo. Let's explore this together. I want more than a one night stand, I want more than a couple of days. I want to learn how to love, I want to share everything with you, discover the joys of a relationship. I know I can trust you and from what I know about relationships, that's a big part. We have the friends part so the foundations are there. Can we take this to the next level?"

"Demanding bugger aren't you?" Duo snickered softly. "All these I wants."

"Look me in the eye, Duo Maxwell and tell me you don't want the same things."

Duo's cheeks flushed red, his eyes softened and he leaned towards me. He cupped my face and brought his lips towards mine. "I want you, Heero. God, how I want you."

"Then take me, I'm yours."

He kissed me, strong and yet sensual, demanding and giving, telling me in motion he was all male. I melted under the onslaught, yielding to his demands, opening my mouth to his tongue and offering myself completely to his wishes. Blood pounded in my ears, nerves came alive as warmth spread throughout my body. His arms came around me and held me close, mine reciprocated. His lips left mine but continued to kiss, only this time they traversed the lines of my neck, jaw and ear.

Shivers tore through me, pleasure sang through my nervous system and I was completely lost to it all. Time faded into the background as Duo gently lay me back down on the bed. His mouth continued to kiss and nip at my neck, my eyes drifted shut and I let myself feel.

The evidence of Duo's excitement pressed and rubbed against my thigh as Duo moved beside me. I could feel the heat pooling in my own groin, my cock beginning to harden, and I welcomed it.

As Duo's mouth continued in its explorations, I moved my hands over Duo's back, rubbing the skin gently and feeling the muscles shiver under my fingertips.

"More, Duo," I breathed out and squirmed as he bit down on my earlobe.

Suddenly, Duo stopped and pulled away from me. I looked at him in confusion. His eyes were lidded with lust, his lips swollen from kissing me, a soft blush patterned his skin, and his boxers were tented, all clear signs of his need and desire. So why had he stopped?

"Duo?" I asked. "What's wrong?"

"You..."

"Me?" I questioned.

"The doc, he said you had to take things easy for the next twenty four hours."

Damn! The doctor's instructions came back to me. Yes, he'd said I had to rest and take things easy until the drugs had left my system and I'd agreed. I didn't know at the time I was going to have a gorgeous creature in my bed willing to ravish me. If I had then there was no way I would have agreed. A thought struck me.

"Duo?"

"Yes?"

"I know the doc said to take it easy for a while and I'm happy to do that, but," I fixed him with a look, "leaving me like this isn't going to encourage me to rest." I indicated my groin where an interesting bulge was appearing.

"Ah."

"From what I've read in some of Relena's stories, I'm sure I can sit back and relax, enjoy what's happening while you do all the work." I raised an eyebrow.

Duo's face lit up into a wicked grin. "I like your line of thinking, Heero. Lay back, relax and enjoy. This will be my pleasure."

I didn't get the chance to reply, my lips were occupied with better things.

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tbc...