Gundam Wing Fan Fiction ❯ Rainy Day Man ❯ I'll Be ( Chapter 2 )

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

I'll Be
By Angel Love

Author's Notes: rating warning: Nudity and sexual content. Just thought that I would warn you. There isn't really anything bad in it. But if you do find offense with that sort of stuff, I suggest that you don't read the end.

This is based after Rainy Day Man, a few months after actually. And this chapter in my songfics focuses more on the relationship between Heero and Relena, but don't worry 3xR fans I am not breaking up the couple.

Standard disclaimers apply: I don't own Gundam Wing or the song I'll Be. Gundam Wing is owned by Bandai and several other companies. And I'll Be is owned by Reba McEntire and her record company.


Relena woke up suddenly, trying to figure out what it was exactly that had woke her. She looked around searching her darkened bedroom before her glance fell upon Trowa's sleeping face.

"He is so handsome," she whispered in the dark. She gently stroked his cheek, her eyes catching on the glittering diamond ring that adorned her left hand.

She smiled to herself, thinking about how happy she was with her life. There was finally peace and she had a very active love life. Her cheeks gained a little color as she thought back over the previous night's activities. There was only one dark spot... Heero.

She still loved him, she always would. He was her first love. He put his life on the line for her on more than one occasion. She still saw him on a rare occasion. She knew that he continued to guard her from the shadows, just like he had before they dated.

She silently slipped out of the warmth of Trowa's arms, careful not to wake her sleeping lover. Slipping a robe around her naked form and stepped out onto the balcony, unaware of the intense green eyes that watched her every movement.

~ When darkness falls upon your heart and soul ~

When Relena stepped on her balcony she was surprised to see Heero leaning against the railing, staring up at the stars. 'So that was what probably woke me up,' she thought to herself.

"Heero?" she questioned, stepping up behind him.

"Relena," he answered in his usual monotone voice, not bothering to turn around.

~ I'll be the light that shines for you ~

"What are you doing on my balcony?" she asked. "And in the middle of the night?"

He half turned toward her, stunned slightly by her beauty. His eyes eagerly drank her in. Her silk robe did little to hide her curves from his observant gaze. Her blond hair hung loosely around her body. Her blue eyes held a contented look to them. It was obvious that she was happy.

When it became apparent that she wasn't going to get an answer from him, she moved up beside him, also leaning up against the railing.

~ When you forget how beautiful you are ~

Her concerned blue eyes turned to look into his Prussian blue ones. "How have you been, Heero?"

Again, Heero didn't answer her. He just turned away to look up at the sky.

~ I'll be there to remind you ~

"Well, it's nice to see that you are still as talkative as always," her voice held a tint of amusement. She didn't really mind him not answering her, somehow she felt comforted by his presence. 'I guess some things never change,' she thought to herself.

~ When you can't find your way
I'll find my way to you ~

Memories came to Relena of all the times she had met Heero out here on this very balcony. He always seemed to make an appearance whenever she needed to talk to someone. He was always her rock.

Well, until he left her... and then magically Trowa appeared before her like a knight and shining armor. He never tried to take Heero's place, he just wanted to help her. That is what she loved most about Trowa, he was a genuine caring guy, although most people didn't see it.

~ When troubles come around
I will come to you ~

Her eyes took in Heero's appearance. He looked a little thin. She could tell that something was bothering him. 'Maybe this is his way of asking for a friend,' she thought to herself.

~ I'll be your shoulder
When you need someone to lean on ~

"Heero," she said, getting his attention. "What's wrong?" She turned him a little to face her.

~ Be your shelter
When you need someone to see you through ~

Pain seared through Heero's heart at her concerned look. How could he tell her what was troubling him, especially when she was the problem. He didn't want to hurt her any more than he already had.

~ I'll be there to carry you
I'll be there ~

Relena gasped when she saw the pain flash through his eyes before his mask was up again. "Oh Heero." Without thinking, she enveloped him in a hug.

Heero went stiff for a moment, surprised by her bold move. Then he relaxed in her arms, wrapped his own around her small waist and buried his face in her hair.

~ I'll be the rock that will be strong for you ~

"Heero, I swear, whatever it is, it will get better."

Her soft words caressed his ears, he felt his eyes drift shut as he savored the moment of just holding her. He missed just being with her.

~ The one that will hold on to you ~

"I will always be here for you, Heero," her voice soothed. "No matter what happened between us, I will always be your friend." Somehow speaking the words that he needed to hear.

~ When you feel that rain falling down
When there's no one else around
I'll be ~

A tear escaped Heero's closed eyes as he started to lose control over his emotions, a thing that rarely ever happened with him. Somehow she always had that effect on him. "I don't deserve you," he whispered.

Relena pulled away, gently wiping the tear from his cheek. "Yes, you do."

Heero shook his head denying her words. His mind flashed with all the hurtful things that he had done to her. And the countless times he threatened her.

~ And when you're there with no one there to hold
I'll be the arms that reach for you ~

Relena grabbed his hands and squeezed them. "Heero, no one deserves to be alone, least of all you."

"But I hurt you." Heero pulled away and grasped the railing. He stared down at his hands, ashamed of himself.

"Yes, you did," she said, not denying his words. "But you gave me the greatest gift in setting me free."

~ And when you feel your faith is running low
I'll be there to believe in you ~

When Heero turned his head to look at her quizzically, she smiled softly. "You gave me my freedom and the chance to find someone who will love me."

~ When all you find are lies
I'll be the truth you need ~

Pain seared through his heart, clearly reflecting in his eyes. "Relena, I..." he stumbled, trying to find the words to tell her that he did indeed love her.

Relena gently placed a finger to his lips, smiling again. "I know, Heero. I've always known. I never needed the words from you. I just needed you."

~ When you need someone to run to
You can run to me ~

A small smile lit Heero's face as a little of the pain lifted from his heart. 'She knew," he thought to himself.

"You will always hold a part of my heart, my Perfect Soldier," her face soft with understanding and unconditional love that she still held for the brooding pilot.

~ I'll be your shoulder
When you need someone to lean on ~

This time a full smile lit his face. Heero felt like he was just handed the greatest gift in the world. He still had Relena, even though he wasn't the one to hold her, she was still his friend. She was still willing to be a part of his life.

"I will always be here for you," she repeated to him. This time he didn't make an argument with her.

~ Be your shelter
When you need someone to see you through ~

"Thank you," he whispered.

"Your welcome," she whispered back.

~ I'll be there to carry you
I'll be there ~

Heero finally felt his battered heart begin to heal as he gazed into his beloved's eyes. There was no doubt in him that he would always love her. Now he could protect her without feeling guilty.

~ I'll be the rock that will be strong for you
The one that will hold on to you ~

Relena again wrapped her arms around Heero. "Now it is my turn to thank you."

"For what?" he asked, slightly confused.

~ When you feel that rain falling down
When there's no one else around ~

"For always protecting me," she pulled away from him, her eyes dancing.

Heero lifted his eyebrow at her, wondering what other surprises she had in store for him.

Without a word, she lifted her left hand. The ring sparkled brightly in the moonlight.

Surprisingly, there was only a little pain in Heero's heart at the sight of the ring. He was happy that she finally found what she was looking for. "Congratulations."

~ I'll be ~

"I better get going," he said. He kissed her forehead and then moved to jump off the balcony.

"Heero..." her voice stopping him, causing him to turn to look at her. "When ever you need me..."

Heero smiled again at her. "I'll come here," he finished for her. "And I... I will always protect you." Then he turned and jumped off the roof.

"I will always love you too," she said to the night, knowing that he was still close enough to hear.

~ I'll be the sun
When your heart's filled with rain ~

Relena felt light. She had finally found her closure with Heero. She was finally free of her past. She could move on with her future, her fingers playing with her ring and a smile lighting up her face.

~ I'll be the one ~

Suddenly, she felt a pair of strong arms circle around her waist, sending shivers up her spine. She knew it was Trowa. She leaned back against his chest, savoring his warmth.

"How is he?" Trowa's soft voice asked.

"Better," she answered.

~ To chase the rain away ~

She turned in his arms, gazing up into his eyes. "But you already knew that. I know you were standing there watching over me." A teasing smile lights her face. She was rewarded with a small smile from the stoic pilot.

Trowa tucked his hand under her chin, pulling her lips to his.

Heat seared through them both, as they lost themselves in each other.

~ I'll be your shoulder
When you need someone to lean on ~

Relena leaned her cheek against his bare chest, breathing a little heavy. Her hand twirling small circles on his shoulder.

Trowa rested his head on hers. Not for the first time was he thanking Heero for the gift his friend had given him. Sometimes he wondered how Heero could let her go, then he would see the other pilot just beyond the shadows. Heero never let Relena go in his heart.

~ Be your shelter
When you need someone to see you through ~

Trowa knew his friend still loved Relena. He also knew that part of Relena belonged to Heero. He could never take away their love, and he never wanted to.

He was grateful that he had seen Relena ease the other's tortured soul just a little. Heero deserved to have peace, even if he didn't believe he deserved it.

~ I'll be there to carry you ~

He looked out over the balcony, searching the shadows. Finally he spotted Heero.

Emerald green eyes met Prussian blue. A deep understanding past between the two, before Heero turned from his place on the ground and walked away.

Trowa closed his eyes briefly, thankful that Heero would always protect Relena.

~ I'll be there ~

Trowa opened his eyes, a playful light coming into to them. He swept his arms under the unsuspecting vice-minister's legs, bringing her body against his chest.

Relena squealed with laughter at Trowa's sudden move. Her arms circling around his neck, bringing herself snugly against him.

~ I'll be the rock that will be strong for you
The one that will hold on to you ~

Trowa quickly walked back into Relena's bedroom, striding over to the bed. He placed her in the middle of the silky sheets. His own body quickly following hers onto the soft mattress.

~ When you feel that rain falling down ~

His lips capturing hers, his hands quickly slipping her robe off her body, while somehow managing to slip out of his jeans at the same time.

Relena moaned his name as his hands moved over her curves. Her fingernails raking down his back, urging him on.

~ When there's no one else around ~

Trowa pulled away slightly looking deep into her eyes, almost drowning in the love he saw reflected there. "I love you, Relena."

Relena smiled. "I love you too, my Rainy Day Man."

Trowa smiled broadly at her nickname for him, then he captured her lips again, sealing their promises to each other in the soft moonlight.

~ I'll be
I'll be ~