Another peek into Relena and Heero's trail of thoughts. Some matters finally started to emerge to the surface. But it seemed that there was something wrong with Heero.
April 1, AC 202
Preventer Brussels Headquarters, 0900 hours
The Preventer headquarters 15 storeys building, though had been deserted by almost 80 percent of its occupants, was unexpectedly buzzing with anxious hurried steps and nervous, indistinct orders floating the tense air from the remaining employees. Quatre watched all of this morosely; understanding the emergency situation they were in. He never had the intention of plunging directly into the front line anymore, but the attempted assassination to one of the Preventer's commanders who happened to be his friend changed his mind.
Quatre walked through the commotions towards the emergency briefing room, where Lady Une, Duo, Wufei, Heero's foreman; Agent Dorian Klark, and other three agents – Keynes, Conrad, and Julian from criminal investigation division – were seated around the large table in the middle of the room. All heads turned to him as he entered; the air filled with tense and nervous energy.
"Rashid has arranged from some of his corps to provide necessary backup for security," Quatre gave a reassuring smile, and he walked towards Lady Une, cupping her hands in his and squeezing them gently. Lady Une returned the kind gesture with a weak smile. She hadn't been sleeping for two days now, and it was taking a toll on her tired body.
"Thank you, Winner," Lady Une said sincerely, grateful. "I really appreciate your help. Damn it, I'm... I'm a mess, aren't I? This whole thing happened right under my nose. I don't know what I would do without all of you... These have been staged for years, and we don't even trace its tail. Such a failure... I failed."
"Don't say that," Quatre shook his head. "Lady Une, this isn't your fault. Of course, we wouldn't know. It's clear that Göstav is very good at moving underground. We really have to give him the credits. I'm sure we can stop him. Yes, he's been on the move for years, but that doesn't mean that he has the upper hands more than us. His resources is still not grand in scale, that's why we're working so hard now to prevent the worse to happen."
"Courtesy of Yuy's extreme analysis and his quick countermeasures," Une pointed out grimly. "This is the first time I realised how grateful I am having him in complete and absolute authority. Imagine what would happen if he's not..."
"Always the perfect soldier," Duo shrugged, a dark grin flashed across his face. He turned to Agent Dorian who sat right next to him. "How is the tough guy doing this morning?"
"Hanging on," Dorian answered to the point. "His parry against his attackers two days ago has depleted his still recovering energy completely. He wasn't supposed to be out of bed yet, though. And Lieutenant Sally asked me to tell you this, Commander Une..." the young agent shifted uncomfortably, and gulped, "to please issue a restriction order for Commander Yuy until he recuperates completely."
Wufei raised an eyebrow. "She knows it will fall on deaf ears. We all know better than that."
Duo shook his head. "I bet he's having a quality time with the laptop, though. Look – " Duo looked at his own computer, "I already can't breach the database system. Heh, he's working hard. Twice the security as well... will take fucking hours only to find the pattern. Ah, aren't we relieved now..."
"I might be just doing that, Agent Dorian, but unfortunately I still need his extensive knowledge for breaching the network information that now the threat has become real. My notice that he's currently being put on temporary medical leave, unfortunately, fell on deaf ears like Agent Chang has pointed out. There is nothing I could do to prevent him, anyway." Lady Une sighed, agitated. Agent Dorian offered an understanding smile, "To be honest, I'm glad I don't have to deliver a restriction order to Commander Yuy. He's pissed off enough with his limited mobility now. I don't want to be faced with his wrath..."
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[Gundam Wing FanFiction] Hinter dem Horizont
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