Title: Set The Bridge On Fire
Author: tkmaxwell777
Category: Shonen Ai/Yaoi
Pairings: 1+2/1x2x1
Rating: NC-17
Disclaimers: Gundam Wing is owned by all those Japanese companies... I just exploit the guys for my own twisted pleasure... just don't sue me for writing Gundam porn *snickers*
Warnings: Angst (slight), Lemon (Rimming), Possible OOC, Sap
Archived: Yep! Lev did it :)
Notes: This takes place right after Heero passes out in EW. I wanted to do a 'nice' Relena for once. And although I have a great love for Masturbation fics, Rimming has become my second fav... this is my first attempt at it, so let me know what y'all think :)
His violet eyes searched frantically for the one person his heart had to make sure was okay. He scanned the crowd of people in the control room, debris everywhere inhibiting movement. He had found the remains of Wing Zero Custom in one of the other sections of the building... his heart clenched in his chest.
"He has to be alive," Duo said aloud, those words having been his prayer since he'd seen Wing fall into the building. "He has to be alive."
"Duo!" a familiar female voice called out, and Duo looked around trying to ascertain the source. He then saw Relena... holding Heero. He didn't know why it bothered him so much, but it did. He swallowed then took a deep breath before putting on his smile to walk over to her. He could see that Heero was unconscious; that was some consolation. It meant he wasn't in her arms willingly.
"He just doesn't know when to give up, does he?" he asked her with a grin, trying to hide his concern.
Relena regarded Duo with serious blue eyes, seeing past the façade. She had matured a lot in the past year, gaining a women's perspective on many things. One of the things she had noticed was how the braided boy reacted to Heero when they were together, and she knew it wasn't just friendship. She didn't think that Duo even knew of his own feelings for the dark haired boy, but Relena suspected that given a chance, Duo and Heero could find what they were looking for in each other. She had always cared for Heero, had even been borderline obsessed with being around him, but the crush had given way to something more important; Relena had needed his strength to get through the crisis of the war. He had been someone she could have faith in when everything else around her had crumbled. She now knew that she didn't love Heero like a woman would a man; she loved him like she would a guardian angel. It was time Heero was allowed to lay down his wings and embrace his humanity for good.
"I think he needs medical attention, Duo, but I don't think it should be done here. Can you take him somewhere safe? He needs you."
Duo looked at the former Queen of the World and frowned. Relena had become even more beautiful since the first war. No wonder Heero was in love with her. Even though Duo preferred guys, he admired female beauty as well, so he could definitely see the attraction. He could also see a sense of purpose in those eyes of hers now; he just didn't understand what that purpose was at the moment.
"Don't you want him here with you?" Duo asked, wincing at how bitter it sounded.
Relena smiled, amused at his tone; it confirmed her suspicions even more. "I have to leave soon, Duo. I know that you will take care of Heero. He trusts you more than anyone else he knows. He needs you."
Duo was confused. That was the second time that she'd said that Heero needed him. "Doesn't he need you more?" he asked, anger tingeing his words. He didn't want to argue with her over Heero. Heero needed to be checked and tended, not be used as a pawn in a game of chess. Checkmate could cost Heero his life, and Duo would never play with something so precious.
"No," Relena replied simply. "I can never give him what he wants, Duo; he knows that as well as I do. Please, get him out of here while you can. He needs peace, Duo. Only you can give him a chance at that by taking him with you."
Duo watched as Relena carefully moved Heero to lie on the floor. She then stood and faced Duo, taking his hands in hers. "Goodbye, Duo Maxwell. Please don't ignore the path to happiness. There may be a river as wide as the sea in the way, but there's always a bridge across it."
"I'll try to remember that when I come to it," Duo replied, still puzzled, but feeling like it was something important she was trying to tell him. He was even more surprised when she leaned over and kissed him softly on the cheek.
"Cross it and never look back," she whispered then turned and walked away.
Duo stood for a moment, still trying to understand what had just happened. He then looked down at his partner and came back to reality. Heero needed immediate treatment. Duo bent down to pick up the other boy; he noted how heavy Heero was as he lifted his unconscious body.
"Man, the things I don't do for you, buddy," he grumbled as he meandered through the rubble. "You owe me big time, Yuy. I get to play my music all the way to the spaceport when we leave Earth. I think I'll even play some Gregorian chant music just to piss you off even more." Shinigami laughed as he hefted his best friend out of the destruction... toward life.
The first thing Heero noticed when he awoke was that his head was hurting so bad he wanted to cry. Not the usual response of the 'Perfect Soldier', but Heero had a feeling he wasn't thinking all too clearly due to some sort of sedative, so he would just mark it up to drugs. The next thing he realized was that he was going to be sick. Sitting up quickly, he took in the fact that he had busted ribs as well because pain lanced through him. He scanned the room for some answer to his dilemma, only to be suddenly aware of Duo beside him, a small lined trashcan in hand. Heero was soon emptying the contents of his stomach while the braided boy rubbed his back in soothing motions.
"S'okay, Heero. I'm here. You're gonna be all right."
Heero had never heard Duo use that smooth calming voice before. It wrapped him in comfort for some reason. He let it ease away his shakiness as Duo moved the receptacle away from him so as to not make him get sick all over again. Duo eased him back down in the bed. A cool wet cloth was placed on his forehead then another was used to wipe his face. It made him feel much better.
"Just relax. I'm gonna give you some water now. Rinse out your mouth then drink the rest, k?"
Heero felt strong arms lift him a little then cool water met his lips. He did as Duo told him, swishing some of the cold liquid around to take away the bad taste before spitting it out in another cup Duo held for him. Heero then drank the remaining water, enjoying the coolness as it traveled down his dry throat. Duo laid him back down when he was finished.
"Thank you," Heero muttered, still trying to fight his way through to complete consciousness.
"You're welcome, buddy. Now get some more rest. Everything is okay. You don't need to worry about anything but yourself right now.
Heero's head was pounding, the strain of his stomach upset not helping. "My head hurts so bad," he whispered, not realizing he had even spoken.
Without a word, he felt Duo settle next to him. A moment later, he was carefully moved into the braided pilot's arms while a hand stroked Heero's hair gently, lessening the pain immediately. Heero marveled at the feeling of complete contentment he had as he let Duo soothe him. Before long, he drifted into a peaceful sleep.
Duo walked out of the bathroom toweling his hair. It had been almost three days since he had brought Heero to the hotel that Quatre had made arrangements at for them to stay. He had been grateful to find the blonde waiting for him and Heero when Duo had carried the other boy to safety. Quatre had immediately called the hotel, secured a doctor to meet them, and acquired a vehicle to get them there. The doctor had diagnosed Heero with a severe concussion, three bruised ribs, and a sprained left wrist, not to mention several minor scrapes and bruises. He had hooked the dark haired boy up to an IV of fluids and pain relievers. He had left something for nausea as well, and after Heero had awakened and gotten sick, Duo had added that to the mix. Heero was now off the IV completely, but he had been sleeping for over eighteen hours since the first time he'd awakened. Duo was beginning to become concerned. His fears were put to rest when he heard the other boy's voice.
"Duo?" Blue eyes searched the room for him.
"Mornin' Sunshine, how ya feelin'?" Duo responded cheerfully as he walked over to the other boy.
Heero looked up as Duo leaned over to check his temperature. Duo's hand was warm on Heero's head, and Heero felt the panic of awakening alone subside at the pleasing contact. "How long?"
Duo smiled when he felt cool skin under his fingers... no fever. "Three days, buddy, and I was gettin' worried about ya. Glad you decided to rejoin the land of the living." Duo's teasing voice changed to a more serious tone. "Don't scare me like that again."
"Sorry. Had to be done," Heero rasped out, his voice scratchy from not using it.
"Not anymore. The war is over for good. No more missions. No more fighting. No more self-destructing. Understood?" Duo's voice held an edge to it that Heero recognized as his 'Don't argue with me, Yuy' tone. He couldn't help but smirk as he looked into those violet eyes that blazed with so much life.
"Understood."
Duo nodded. "Good. I don't wanna have to beat the shit out of you for being stupid. Remember that."
Instead of feeling threatened by those words, Heero felt relieved. The very fact that Duo cared so much about him made him smile. He vowed to himself that he wouldn't lose touch with the other pilot this time. Duo was his best friend. It was high time he started treating the braided boy like it.
Duo watched Heero's face, amazed at the shifting emotions evident in his features... no mask. His heart skipped at beat. Could Heero finally be letting go of 'The Perfect Soldier'? Duo noticed that Heero was looking at him with a soft expression. He grinned at this friend and decided to just go along with it.
"You hungry? I'm starving! I think I'll order in some room service. Q is paying for this, so we may as well enjoy all of the amenities, yanno?"
"Mmm... I could go for a bite. What've they got?"
Duo retrieved the menu from the other room then returned to flop down on the bed next to Heero so they could look at it together. "I'm getting steak and eggs, with a couple of sides of toast. I think I'll have some juice and milk too. How 'bout you?" He looked over at the wing pilot to see Heero furrow his brows in concentration. 'Man, he is so irresistible when he does that,' Duo thought then realized exactly what he had been thinking and dismissed it quickly. It wasn't a good idea to even entertain thoughts like that. Heero was his friend, and only his friend; it was a miracle that Duo had even that. Friendship was hard enough for the wing pilot to express, let alone the finer, more delicate emotions such as love. Romantic attachment was not an option. Besides, Heero could never be attracted to him, right?
"Steak for breakfast?" Heero asked, trying to keep Duo sitting by him in the bed longer than necessary. The other boy's presence was a comfort that Heero desperately needed for some reason.
"Sure!" Duo responded happily. "It's great, Heero. You need to try it, man, you'll love it!" Duo knew Heero wouldn't do it, but he at least wanted to make the attempt.
Heero saw the hope shining in Duo's eyes, only to be clouded by disappointment a moment later when Heero didn't respond right away. Heero had seen that happen so many times when he and Duo had been on missions together. There were so many things that Duo had tried to get Heero to do, so many things Duo had wanted to share with Heero, and so many things that would have made Duo happy if Heero had only given into that bright smile and those pleading eyes. When the first war had ended, Heero had continued to live his life alone, never giving into the emotions that were so close to surfacing. He had actually repressed them again; but now, he suddenly didn't want to do that. He knew he could trust Duo to help him embrace his emotions; he just needed to let go of his pride. Heero decided to make this the first of many choices that would change how he reacted to the other boy.
"Okay. I'll try it."
Duo's eyes lit up again. "Sugoi!" he shouted, the Japanese exclamation making Heero smile. Duo turned to get the phone, excited that Heero had actually given into him for once. Heero was always a staunch 'healthy eating' advocate; the wing pilot probably hadn't eaten enough French fries in his life to fill a Happy Meal. For him to eat steak for breakfast was a great triumph is Duo's plot to humanize the other boy.
Heero watched the braided pilot as he hurried to the phone across the room. He felt his heart lighten at the fact that he had made Duo happy by agreeing to such a simple thing. Why hadn't he done that before? Why had he refused the other boy these moments of joy? Heero shook his head. He had been so unfair to Duo. It was a wonder that the other boy even wanted to be his friend. Heero owed Duo his life more than once, and he vowed to make sure that Duo smiled more when he was with him. They both deserved to be happy, didn't they?
"Yeah, room 307. I'd like to order 2 steak and eggs, 4 toasts, 2 milks, 2 o.j.'s," Duo paused to look at Heero who mumbled 'coffee' to him. "Um, and coffee." A moment passed, then Duo continued, "I need 1 of those steaks medium and the other medium-rare. Make both orders of eggs over medium, whites done, yokes soft. Yeah, and strawberry jam too. Okay? Thanks!"
Heero felt immense pleasure that Duo knew how he liked his steaks prepared. It was silly, but it somehow seemed like an intimate thing to him. He looked around the room. It was obviously a suite, and there was probably more than one bedroom, but Duo had apparently been sharing this one with him. Heero could remember Duo holding him and making the pain go away so he could rest. He suddenly became aware of the fact that he needed a shower. When Duo hung up the phone, he decided to ask Duo about it.
"Duo, do you think I could shower? I'm all sweaty and..."
Duo looked at the other boy, taking in his still pale complexion and weakened features. "No shower, Heero, but maybe I could run you a bath. How does that sound?"
Heero nodded. "That would be even better. Thanks, Duo."
Duo disappeared into the bathroom. Heero heard the water turned on then Duo returned to help him. Although Heero was doing much better, he immediately felt a wave of dizziness when he tried to stand up on his own. Duo caught him before he fell back on the bed.
"Whoa, buddy," Duo said as he sat Heero back down. "Tell ya what. Let me carry you into the bathroom so you don't fall. I'll help you get settled, and then you can holler at me when you're done, k?"
Heero didn't want to admit that he was too weak to simply walk to the bathroom, but his common sense kicked in and told him he had to let Duo help him or he wouldn't make it. He nodded, and Duo reached for him, carefully picking him up. Heero felt his head spin, so he closed his eyes and buried his face in Duo's shoulder to try to regain his sense of balance. By the time Duo got him into the other room, Heero was feeling better, but not well enough. Duo sat Heero down on the edge of the tub and pulled away, but Heero's voice stopped him from leaving the room.
"Duo, I need you to help me get into the tub. I don't think I can do it on my own without falling."
Duo knew how hard it was for Heero to admit that. "Sure thing, Heero. You'd better take off your boxers first though. Although they need washing, I don't think you should do it at the same time you're bathing."
Heero's face reddened at Duo's teasing. When Duo winked at him, Heero felt his face flush even more. Embarrassment filled him, and Heero didn't know exactly what to do. Duo's teasing had never affected him this way before. In fact, Duo's teasing had always been damn annoying before. Heero suddenly looked at the boy standing before him, almost seeming to see him for the first time. Duo was only an inch or so taller than Heero. His frame was wiry yet muscular, his hands long and slender, his legs well formed yet lean. Heero had always admired Duo's eyes; the blue shade that leaned toward violet was a captivating color for sure. Then there was the hair. All of that long, thick, chestnut brown silk that Heero had always thought was unnecessary now seemed to be his most beautiful feature. 'Other than his eyes,' Heero added again mentally. He was staring into them intently, completely oblivious to Duo's discomfort.
"Heero? You okay? Heero? Um, the water will get cold, so ya better get in soon. Heero?"
Heero snapped out of his daze and nodded as he pulled his boxers down. He was confused, which was probably the only thing that had saved him from having a raging hard-on from checking out his best friend's body. "Okay. Ready."
Duo moved forward and let Heero use his shoulder for support as he stepped into the tub. Once Heero was standing in the water, Duo reached around him and helped him sit down. As soon as Heero was seated safely, Duo let himself out of the bathroom to give the other boy some privacy. He also needed to give himself some space. "What was that all about?" he wondered out loud to himself as he walked over to the bed to lie down for a few minutes. The food wouldn't be there for another half hour or so. Duo decided to use that time to think.
Heero had agreed to try something new. Heero had asked for his help. Heero had just sat in the bathroom and ogled him openly. Duo sighed. There was no other way to put it. Heero had looked him up and down, appraising Duo's attributes one by one as his eyes had moved over him. Duo felt like he'd been caressed, the gazed had been so intense. But why had Heero done that? Heero wasn't into guys, was he? Duo frowned. Maybe that's why he and Relena hadn't become more than friends. Did Relena know? Was that what she had been trying to tell him a couple days ago? Duo shook his head. 'This is just too weird!' he thought as he ran his hands through his bangs. Then another thought came to him. Relena had told him to not let happiness pass him by. She had said twice that Heero 'needed' him. Could she have meant...
Duo stood up, pushing aside that thought with as much force as he could. There was no way that Heero could ever feel like that about him. Besides, Heero wasn't Duo's type. Heero was too rigid, too serious, and too... Heero. Duo had been out with enough people to know that he and Heero could never be more than friends, and barely that with the distant way Heero acted all the time. Finding the right person was hard enough without confusing attraction with compatibility. Duo paused when he realized that he had used the word 'attraction'. Was he attracted to Heero? Immediately, the image of the handsome Japanese boy with piercing blue eyes, messy brown hair, and that compact muscular body flashed before his eyes, eliciting a reaction that could only be described as sexual. Duo immediately realized that he had written Heero off in that way, therefore stifling his normal reactions to the other boy... until now. 'Well, shit.'
"Duo? I'm ready to get out," came said Japanese boy's voice from the bathroom. Duo sighed heavily to himself and went to retrieve Heero from the tub. As he walked into the room to see a naked needy dark haired dream come true, Duo knew it was going to be hell for the next few days.
Heero watched his braided companion stuff a slice of buttered toast into his mouth. It had been two days since he'd regained consciousness, and his life had fallen into a pattern: wake up in the morning, take a bath, eat breakfast, take a nap, eat lunch, take another nap, eat dinner, watch TV with Duo, go to bed for the night. Naps were becoming his most favorite thing because Duo would take them with him. The chestnut haired boy would strip down to his boxers, release his braid, and then slide into bed with Heero to rub his hair until Heero went to sleep. Even though Duo slept in the same bed with Heero at night, there was just something about sharing that same bed during the day that made him feel... cared for... even cherished. It was ridiculous; Duo could never have feelings like that for him, but Heero couldn't stop the emotions that were slowly emerging for the other boy. He didn't want to, even if they would never be shared.
"Heero, quit daydreaming and drink your juice," Duo reprimanded, bringing Heero out of his thoughts.
Heero looked up to see Duo grinning at him. He smirked back. "Yes, mother Duo."
Duo laughed. "Aw, I'm not THAT bad, am I?"
Heero let a smile play on his lips. "Well, maybe not, but you're still a pain in the ass."
Duo feigned a pained expression. "After I take care of you, and ya hafta say somethin' like that? Oh, Yuy, I'm hurt to the core, man! I don't think I'll ever recover."
"Baka," Heero said with a wider grin, trying to allow the rare expression to become more familiar.
Duo winked at him. "You wanna take a nap?"
Everyday Duo asked Heero even though he already knew the dark haired boy did. Duo had really begun to enjoy the moments they shared as he lay beside Heero, soothing the other boy's headaches away so he could rest. Sometimes they would talk about the war, about what they wanted to do now that it was over, or just about things in general like their favorite book or song. Heero had really opened up to Duo in the past couple of days, and Duo didn't want it to ever end. Even though he wanted Heero to get better, he didn't want to lose the time they were spending together. It was selfish, but Duo didn't care; he was beginning to need Heero to be with him, and even though it was frightening to need someone so much, he couldn't deny his feelings.
Heero yawned in response to Duo's question then added, "Yes. I think I could use one."
They both made their way to the bedroom. The pattern was familiar, and in no time, they were lying together under the covers, Duo's hand ruffling Heero's hair softly. Heero could smell Duo's shampoo, and it made him want to do something he had longed to for a long time. He decided to take a chance and ask Duo if he could.
"Duo? Can I... can I touch your hair?"
Duo stilled for a moment, trying to calm his heart that was suddenly beating way too fast. Heero wanted to touch his hair? It was such an intimate request, but Duo couldn't bring himself to say no. Instead, he pulled away slightly and nodded at the other boy, smiling at him as he moved his hair into Heero's reach.
Heero tentatively let his fingers caress the silken length of Duo's chestnut strands. It was so soft, and Heero felt himself wanting to bury his face in it. He moved closer to Duo before he had a chance to think any more about it, his head going to Duo's shoulder as he moved the tresses to rub against his cheek. It was heaven, pure and simple, and Heero never wanted to leave.
Duo couldn't believe this was happening. He felt Heero caressing his hair, moving it against his skin, and it was just too much for him. He turned on his side, pulling Heero completely into his arms. The emotions were just too strong to ignore anymore, but Duo tried to fight them, just holding Heero close as he battled to regain control.
Heero snuggled into Duo's embrace, his heart feeling like it would explode soon if he didn't find a way to release all of the pent up emotions he had been harboring for so long. He moved his face so that his lips brushed against Duo's neck in a tentative kiss. He heard Duo's quick intake of breath and smiled as he began placing small kisses randomly on that same soft skin. When Duo didn't pull away, Heero decided to take it a little further. He flicked his tongue over the area he'd been kissing; Duo tasted salty and sweet at the same time, and Heero suddenly wanted to taste him all over.
"Heero," Duo said shakily.
Heero pulled away so he could look at the other boy. Duo's face was flushed and his eyes were shining with fear and desire at the same time. Heero felt his heart leap; Duo wanted him just as much as he wanted Duo. Heero knew why the other boy hesitated though. This would change everything.
"Is this okay, Duo? Tell me to stop and I will. I don't want to, but I will."
Duo closed his eyes. This couldn't be real. He had to have drifted off to sleep with Heero, and now he was dreaming. That was the only sane explanation. The alternative meant that Heero... wanted him. Duo opened his eyes again to search his friend's face; he saw the need there plainly, passion blazing in those amazing blue depths, and Duo knew this was what Heero wanted. Heaven help him, he wanted it too.
"I don't want you to stop, Heero, but if we do this, there's no turning back, buddy. The bridge will be going up in flames behind us."
Heero gave Duo a wicked smile as he said calmly, "Then light the fire, Maxwell."
Duo groaned as he rolled over onto Heero and claimed his mouth in a passionate kiss. It was cathartic for both of them. Hands roamed over soft skin and hard bodies. Tongues met and intertwined in heated need. Duo pulled away for air and just stared down at Heero who was panting as much as he was.
"Heero, I didn't even know you liked guys."
"Me neither," Heero answered truthfully, finally allowing himself to enjoy the sight of Duo Maxwell poised above him. "I've never been with anyone, so I don't even know if it's because you're a guy or if it's just because you're you. All I know is that I want you, regardless of why."
Duo smiled. "Me too, Heero. I've been on both sides of the fence, and I have to say I'm glad you're a guy because I like sex with a guy better, but I have to admit, I'd take you no matter what gender you are. I just want you."
Heero nodded in understanding. "Then I'm yours. Now what are you going to do with me?" he asked breathlessly.
Duo smirked at the anticipation he saw on the other boy's face. "Something that is gonna absolutely blow your mind, Heero," Duo growled sexily, causing Heero to shiver.
Duo noticed Heero's reaction and leaned down to kiss him thoroughly. Once he released Heero's lips, he began to kiss and lick down Heero's neck. He soon made his way down to one of Heero's caramel nipples. Duo locked eyes with Heero as he flicked his tongue over the taunt flesh, eliciting a moan of pleasure from the other boy. When Duo reached over to caress it's mate, Heero closed his eyes and arched off of the bed.
"Duo!"
The feeling Duo was causing in Heero was driving him crazy. He had never thought something could be so good. Duo was kissing a trail of fire on Heero's skin. He couldn't help but moan when Duo took his nipple in his mouth. He grew louder as Duo rubbed his other nipple as he teethed the one between his lips. Heero felt his erection throb with each pass of those fingers and tongue on his chest. He couldn't wait to get the longhaired imp back; he would make sure he had Duo screaming in pleasurable agony before it was over. Heero wanted to laugh at his errant thoughts. Duo had finally set him free.
Duo ended his attention on Heero's nubs and began nipping his way down Heero's stomach, enjoying the moans and intakes of breath his actions were creating. When he reached Heero's boxers, he paused to look back up at Heero for approval. Heero nodded, his eyes telling Duo that if the other boy stopped now, Heero would kill him. 'Omae o Korosu will never have the same meaning now,' Duo thought idly. He slid Heero's boxers off and eyed the beautiful arousal proudly displayed before him. Heero was about the same size he was, which wasn't small by any means. His tip was crying with need, and Duo leaned in to taste the drops of Heero's passion.
"Nnn... Duo! Oh, yes!" Heero shouted as Duo licked at his erection. It was so intense, Heero felt like weeping. When Duo began sucking lightly on the head, Heero could only moan loudly in response. He couldn't believe that Duo was doing this to him. It made it even more sensual to know the it was the braided boy who was giving him such pleasure.
Duo had never tasted anything as good as Heero. He lapped at the other boy's length, savoring the sounds Heero made while he did it. His own arousal was hard and throbbing as he licked lower at Heero's sac, taking one of Heero's jewels in his mouth, then both of them, to suckle. 'He's gonna love what I'm about to do to him,' he thought wickedly as he released them to move onto the main event.
Heero could only make incoherent noises by the time Duo was mouthing his pouch. He felt a sense of loss when Duo shifted, his mouth pulling away. Heero was a little confused when Duo positioned his legs so his knees bent, but Heero trusted Duo and let him do just that even though it made him feel vulnerable. Heero watched Duo return to his previous position in between Heero's legs. Heero felt Duo lick down his length again then kiss his sac before Duo's thumbs spread his butt cheeks. 'Oh, he is not going to...' Heero never got to finish that thought because he was screaming as Duo's tongue made contact with its target.
"Ahhh!"
Duo smiled at his new lover's reaction. He licked up Heero's cleft, nipping at the firm globes, then moved his tongue in tiny circles around Heero's entrance before plunging into the slick opening that convulsed at his intrusion. Duo groaned as he undulated his tongue inside Heero, tasting the other boy in the most intimate way a person could. Knowing that he was the first person to know Heero like this made him vow that he would be the only one. He continued his ministrations until he heard Heero's voice.
"Duo! Please..." Heero pleaded, unsure of what he was even asking for, but needing it nonetheless.
Duo felt his own need pulse in response and decided to give the other boy something to do. He pulled away and removed his own boxers before moving to lie beside Heero inverted. "Heero, move down until you can reach me," he advised with a wink. Heero rolled quickly onto his side, facing Duo, then maneuvered himself until he was right where he needed to be. Duo curled against Heero's body, his left leg resting over Heero's side, his right leg out straight. Heero was partially leaning over him, his left leg draped over Duo and his right leg under Duo's right arm. They were in position, and Duo waited to see what Heero would do; he didn't have to wait too long.
Heero knew exactly what he wanted to do and wasted no time doing it. He flicked out his tongue to lick Duo's sac like Duo had done to him; he heard Duo groan in response. It sent a chill through him to know that he was giving Duo that feeling. He continued to suckle Duo for a while, relishing the way Duo seemed to be losing control. Carefully, Heero spread Duo the way Duo had him and looked at the boy's pink opening. He had never imagined something could be so erotic, but as he leaned in to discover Duo's passage, he felt his groin tighten even more. His tongue slipped inside in one motion, causing Duo to arch against him.
"Heero!"
Duo felt the pleasure arc as Heero began to tease him, his tongue moving in and out of him at an unbearable pace. Duo knew he wouldn't last too much longer at this rate, so he renewed his efforts on the other boy, his own tongue tormenting his dark haired lover. Duo reached between them to find Heero's erection and began pumping. Heero got the idea and did the same for Duo.
Both of them moved in concert, their tongues making love to each other as they rubbed their arousals in time to the movements. It was a tender yet passionate joining. Neither one of them could explain what was happening, but it was clear that it wasn't only sexual. They both somehow knew that they had found the other part of their soul. Heero felt himself approaching his apex and could feel Duo getting close as well. Suddenly, Duo increased his pace on Heero's erection, and Heero tensed as the pleasure overtook him.
"Oh, Duo! That's it! Duo! Duo!" Heero climaxed with a shout as his seed poured out of him onto Duo's hand. Shakily, he tried to focus on Duo's completion. His tongue entered Duo again as his hand began stroking in earnest. He knew Duo wasn't far behind him.
Duo had felt a sense of awe as Heero found his release. He had given that to Heero, and it had been unbelievably satisfying to know that. He'd wanted Heero to climax first, even though he was only a breath away himself. He felt Heero falter for a moment then the other boy resumed his actions. It only took two more strokes and couple thrusts of Heero's tongue to take Duo over the edge.
"Heero! Oh, yeah! Heero!" Duo screamed as he released his passion all over both of them. Duo shuddered at the intensity. Nothing had ever been like this. He felt the tears begin to fill his eyes.
Heero wrapped his arms around Duo as he felt Duo tremble from his orgasm. It had been the most intimate and beautiful thing he had ever experienced, and Heero knew that no matter what happened from that moment on, he had found his place with the boy beside him.
They lay in that position for a few moments, neither one wanting to move. Finally, Duo flipped over so that he was once again lying on his pillow facing Heero. He gazed into the wing pilot's blue eyes and saw the emotions shining in their depths... for him. He smiled, his tears finally flowing down his own face as he realized that Heero had felt the same thing he had. He marveled at the tenderness in Heero's touch as the dark haired boy reached out to brush away Duo's tears.
"That was amazing, Duo."
Duo closed his eyes and took a deep breath. "It was the most incredible sense of completeness that I've ever known, Heero. I..." Duo faltered, his voice choked up with emotion.
Heero felt his heart swell. "Look at me, Duo." When the other boy opened his violet eyes that were shimmering with more unshed tears, Heero continued, "I will never be complete without you again."
"Me either," Duo said as he tried to keep from sobbing. "I... I love you, Heero." Saying those words was the bravest thing Duo had ever done. It scared him, but at the same time, it set him free.
Heero felt his own tears threaten at that admission and took Duo's lips in a passionate kiss to ward them off. Even though he wanted to embrace his emotions, he still wasn't as comfortable with tears as he was with laughter. He pulled away and smiled at Duo instead. "I love you too, Duo. As a friend, as a lover."
Duo traced a finger over Heero's lips as his violet eyes gazed into blue. "As a friend, as a lover. Forever."
Neither one spoke as Duo pulled Heero back into his arms to take a nap. They both slept peacefully knowing that when they awakened, they would find peace and completion at last in each other. Their destiny awaited them, free from fear. No matter where their path led them, they were certain of one thing; they could always set the bridge on fire when they crossed it.
The End
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