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Her other needs

2009-04-05T08:37:10-08:00

Author: neon flux
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: General/Romance
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 20, Words: 28,149, Reviews: 152 Updated: 4-5-09 Published: 9-26-07
Status: In-Progress

..21st gesture...Lacus Clyne has other needs too, aside from the all too familiar stares of care he has been giving her. And he finds this out little by little as the series progresses. Rated T just to be safe for further physical implications.KxL

Misconception

2007-04-16T16:40:27-08:00

Author: BloodShot Ruby
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Humor/Romance
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,107, Reviews: 11 Published: 4-16-07
Status: Complete

AU. The Ultimate Coordinator ... SICK! Something's definitely amiss. [KL]

Light of the Heart

2008-05-29T12:26:14-08:00

Author: cyberdemon
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 9, Words: 58,543, Reviews: 314 Updated: 5-29-08 Published: 4-21-06
Status: In-Progress

Lacus is a beautiful preschool teacher and Kira is a single father. It's love at first sight but can things really be that easy? Especially when there's someone else trying to get in the way through any means necessary.

The Greatest King

2008-03-23T23:10:45-08:00

Author: known as r
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Adventure
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 80, Words: 413,572, Reviews: 648 Updated: 3-23-08 Published: 4-1-06
Status: In-Progress

Sequel to The Great King. Peaceful times are about to be broken as Zaft once again rises to power, will Kira be able to handle that and the new threat of conspiracy and civil war inside his kingdom. Pairings mostly KxL, but also AxC, MxM. Chapter 80 is up

The Way of The Warrior

2006-04-15T03:34:22-08:00

Author: Ethenigma
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Adventure/Angst
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 10, Words: 41,824, Reviews: 96 Updated: 4-15-06 Published: 3-22-06
Status: In-Progress

An impeccable duty.... An immaculate man.... An impossible love.... This is Bushido. The Way of The Warrior. [Rating may change...]

Eternal Love

2007-11-06T13:53:12-08:00

Author: SpitfireX
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 11, Words: 54,862, Reviews: 184 Updated: 11-6-07 Published: 2-25-06
Status: Complete

COMPLETE He hated her for what she did, he chose not to forgive her and let his hatred take over his heart. Will she ever be able to reach out to him? K&L

The Transpiring Heart II: Destiny

2007-10-17T00:42:07-08:00

Author: SpitfireX
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 12, Words: 50,431, Reviews: 143 Updated: 10-17-07 Published: 2-9-06
Status: Complete

It was a Conspiracy to turn him against the world. If darkness filled his heart, where would it lead to, if his memory was wiped out, how would he return to the person he once was? K&L COMPLETE

Peaceful Everlasting Days

2006-03-19T19:11:03-08:00

Author: Zettai-Yadda
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,092, Reviews: 14 Published: 3-19-06
Status: Complete

AU. Oneshot. KxL. A special day for two special people. R&R would be appreciated. Hope you enjoy.

Yasashii

2006-03-15T16:59:58-08:00

Author: ritachi
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: K
Genres: Drama/Romance
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 1, Words: 890, Reviews: 6 Published: 3-15-06
Status: Complete

Have you ever seen a blooming sakura tree wearing a blanket of white snow? I didn't realize it until that day I went to Copernicus that it was a sight I would never forget along with the beauty who stood in its hue. [Kira x Lacus]

One More Try

2006-03-14T17:55:09-08:00

Author: Kintora
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Romance/Humor
Chapters: 2, Words: 12,437, Reviews: 12 Updated: 3-14-06 Published: 2-14-06
Status: Complete

Kira starts a nasty chain reaction when he hurts Lacus's feelings, and somehow makes Athrun set the jelly green monster on Cagalli! Things will only get nastier, but wait. Kira & Athrun concoct a crazy idea to win their sweethearts back. KL, AC, Oneshot.

Anam Cara Amor Meus

2006-03-20T20:15:18-08:00

Author: Ethenigma
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Angst
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 5, Words: 32,702, Reviews: 51 Updated: 3-20-06 Published: 3-6-06
Status: In-Progress

[AU] He is cold and emotionless. But what lays beneath the lies of those who do not see the truths of all truths? As they say, don't judge a book by its cover. KxL...AxC...MxM. On Hold, Gomen ne.

City of the Sun

2007-02-21T21:10:57-08:00

Author: leoooooo
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 20, Words: 43,854, Reviews: 154 Updated: 2-21-07 Published: 2-26-06
Status: In-Progress

She was just another girl in the crowd that had caught Kira's attention as he walked towards the college campus with Athrun. But yet it happened that this pink haired woman's future was very much intertwined with his. Chapter 18 up.

Swords of Freedom and Justice

2006-05-10T11:05:00-08:00

Author: IronicEnding
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: General
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 5, Words: 13,130, Reviews: 37 Updated: 5-10-06 Published: 2-9-06
Status: In-Progress

AU A story of the Kingdom of Orb and those who seek to protect it. Will turmoil fall onto this peaceful land like it has so many others, or shall one orphan destined to be king be able to retain the prosperity they enjoy.

Leaves

2006-02-25T06:53:59-08:00

Author: windtear
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Supernatural/Romance
Pairing: Lacus C. & Kira Y.
Chapters: 1, Words: 4,590, Reviews: 8 Published: 2-25-06
Status: Complete

AU. Lacus Clyne, a famous musician and composer, arrives at Freedom, an isolated house in the country, for a break from everything... only to find she is not quite as alone as she thought she'd be....

Connections

2007-05-12T20:39:05-08:00

Author: AnimeFreaks13
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Romance/General
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 19, Words: 46,740, Reviews: 395 Updated: 5-12-07 Published: 2-18-05
Status: Complete

Kira Yamato always goes online to the same chatroom. A chance meeting dumps him with a new online girlfriend he's about to meet. But who is she and how will this effect his life? AU. please read.

Eternal Freedom

2006-02-18T18:41:26-08:00

Author: Abarero
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Romance/General
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 2, Words: 1,530, Reviews: 7 Published: 2-18-06
Status: In-Progress

A collection of drabbles and oneshots focusing on Kira Yamato and Lacus Clyne. [first two stories up]

For The One Who Had Nothing

2006-03-20T20:14:36-08:00

Author: Ethenigma
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Angst
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 6, Words: 32,169, Reviews: 55 Updated: 3-20-06 Published: 2-18-06
Status: Complete

AUish. A boy with a horrendous past and present lives with only a small glimmer of light to hope and live on. Will he be able to live in a world where things don't turn out the way you want them to be? Mainly KxL and AxC.

When Angels Cry

2006-01-19T10:46:43-08:00

Author: IronicEnding
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: General/Drama
Pairing: Lacus C. & Kira Y.
Chapters: 4, Words: 4,575, Reviews: 34 Updated: 1-19-06 Published: 1-14-06
Status: Complete

When angels cry, the whole world cries with her. What hurts this angel so and can she be helped? A continuation of my other stories, please read them first.

The sweeter things in life

2006-02-01T08:56:46-08:00

Author: Zettai-Yadda
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Pairing: Lacus C. & Kira Y.
Chapters: 5, Words: 14,043, Reviews: 20 Updated: 2-1-06 Published: 1-31-06
Status: Complete

A romantic story about KxL. [COMPLETE] AU. First fanfic so please review

A Need for Freedom

2006-03-01T14:21:43-08:00

Author: IronicEnding
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: General
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 6, Words: 17,783, Reviews: 68 Updated: 3-1-06 Published: 1-28-06
Status: Complete

The Call for the pilot of Freedom arises once again. Will A young warrior be able to answer? A continuation and final story of the 'A Child of No God' series.

The Transpiring Heart

2006-01-29T19:44:35-08:00

Author: SpitfireX
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 18, Words: 42,849, Reviews: 30 Updated: 1-29-06 Published: 1-20-06
Status: Complete

AU. Family, Friendship, Conspiracies, Betrayal, Vengence, and all the other things that happens in love. K&L, bit of A&C [COMPLETED]

Match made in heaven

2006-12-30T22:31:36-08:00

Author: kiraLi
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/General
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 10, Words: 20,703, Reviews: 135 Updated: 12-30-06 Published: 12-29-05
Status: In-Progress

Post final plus.Kira went to PLANT to live with lacus when she become a mediator between Orb and Plant.The story is about the live after the war between the 2 of them. Pairings:Mostly KxL,AxC, MxM,and others.Chapter 10 up!

Kira's Life

2006-02-12T00:26:08-08:00

Author: SpitfireX
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 17, Words: 49,071, Reviews: 114 Updated: 2-12-06 Published: 1-20-06
Status: Complete

AU They were childhoold friends, fate caused them to be torn away from each other. 13 years later he moves to Orb, and there they finally meet once again. K&L, minor A&C [COMPLETED]

The Great King

2006-03-23T11:12:57-08:00

Author: known as r
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Adventure
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 70, Words: 280,231, Reviews: 823 Updated: 3-23-06 Published: 11-27-05
Status: Complete

He was a king, she was a servant. Will Kira be able to save his kingdom from invading Zaft knights. Pairings mostly Kira&Lacus, but also Athrun&Cagalli, and Mwu&Murrue. My first story, Final chapter 70 is up, COMPLETE.

Misjudgement

2006-01-21T16:55:17-08:00

Author: wxo-0I0-oxw
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Romance
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 2, Words: 4,221, Reviews: 14 Updated: 1-21-06 Published: 1-8-06
Status: In-Progress

What happens when you find out the person you love, is also the person you vowed to hate? Will you continue loving them? Or will you go back to despising their existance? [KiraLacus]

Love on Thin Ice

2006-10-31T06:30:08-08:00

Author: MeandtheWords
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: General/Romance
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 5, Words: 5,516, Reviews: 43 Updated: 10-31-06 Published: 1-6-06
Status: In-Progress

Lacus is regular student living the simple life. Everything changed since she dreamt of herself wearing ice skates and a mysterious man. Read and discover how she will find love and passion on the icy surface. CHAPTER 5 UPDATED!

Wings to an Angel

2006-01-10T09:47:11-08:00

Author: IronicEnding
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 2, Words: 7,241, Reviews: 26 Updated: 1-10-06 Published: 1-5-06
Status: Complete

This is a continuation of 'A Child of no God' so please read that first otherwise this story will lack depth. This follows how our hero deals with the damage he has done, and the only one who could help him get through it all.

And Here's To Us

2005-10-28T01:37:06-08:00

Author: PaolaAdara
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Humor
Chapters: 1, Words: 6,329, Reviews: 20 Published: 10-28-05
Status: Complete

Kisses galore, an engagement to announce, and a party to ditch…what better way to spend their first Halloween together? And somewhere in the mix, a Scrabble tile goes missing.

The Yuletide Comes AWassailing

2005-12-23T15:42:24-08:00

Author: PaolaAdara
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/General
Chapters: 1, Words: 11,115, Reviews: 13 Published: 12-23-05
Status: Complete

There's always a first, and this time, it's the gang's first Christmas together. See them get caught up with and go gaga over the Yuletide season. And no, simple greetings and chaste kisses will not cut it as Christmas presents!

Amor vincit omnia

2006-01-02T18:46:44-08:00

Author: Stradivarium
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 1, Words: 3,297, Reviews: 6 Published: 1-2-06
Status: Complete

Revised content January 5, 2007! A story about Kira's confession to Lacus... Followup chapter is in active development! Please read and review!

I Wish to See You Again

2006-02-03T12:29:37-08:00

Author: Error21
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 4, Words: 8,599, Reviews: 32 Updated: 2-3-06 Published: 1-2-06
Status: In-Progress

Kira Yamato is a photographer for the Onogoro Newspaper and unintentionally takes a picture of a certain pink haired girl. After seeing the picture, he can't stop thinking of her, will he ever see her again? KxL

Here They Go Again

2006-01-02T17:43:29-08:00

Author: PaolaAdara
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/General
Chapters: 1, Words: 8,215, Reviews: 15 Published: 1-2-06
Status: Complete

The gang says goodbye to C.E. 71 in a creatively different way. Add some sexual innuendos on the side and some heartpounding situations, C.E. 71 becomes more memorable than it already is.

Destiny of Love

2009-03-13T15:24:23-08:00

Author: cyberdemon
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 21, Words: 150,760, Reviews: 416 Updated: 3-13-09 Published: 11-23-05
Status: In-Progress

Complete! AU. Lacus is a married woman going on vacation. While there, she meets Kira Yamato. She starts to feel things for him but will it be able to last since she is in a marriage she's unable to get out of. K&L!

A Child of No God

2005-12-29T14:47:20-08:00

Author: IronicEnding
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: General
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 1, Words: 4,021, Reviews: 23 Published: 12-29-05
Status: Complete

A fluff one shot of Kira and Lacus during the time after Seed ends, and Destiny begins. Our hero tries to come to terms with the nature of his birth, but fails to do so with just his abilities.

I Never Knew You

2006-04-25T01:18:14-08:00

Author: Attharun
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Romance/General
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 15, Words: 26,315, Reviews: 218 Updated: 4-25-06 Published: 9-17-05
Status: In-Progress

Lacus Clyne is made to choose between the man she loves and the man who loves her. How does she decide when both turn out to be one and the same?

Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Renaissance

2006-06-15T16:01:53-08:00

Author: Paladin of Freedom
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Adventure/Drama
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 13, Words: 166,889, Reviews: 135 Updated: 6-15-06 Published: 10-7-05
Status: In-Progress

As dark wraiths engulf the postMessiah world under the shadow of chaos, Shinn Asuka is forced to join Kira Yamato and Terminal to stop an old evil, and seek rebirth for his tortured soul. PostGSD story, mostly canon but AU from Final Plus. Updated

On One Way and Another

2006-05-31T21:48:07-08:00

Author: raikendai
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Humor
Chapters: 22, Words: 104,019, Reviews: 168 Updated: 5-31-06 Published: 10-14-05
Status: In-Progress

imagine juggling high school life and life itself? it's just a game of chance... and if by chance you met the one rightfully meant for you, would you let go? urgh! just read it... i sorta suck at summaries... pairings: AxC, KxL, DxM, YxS, NxOC and others.

Freedom Samurai

2007-08-02T20:31:14-08:00

Author: Tori101
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Angst
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 14, Words: 54,476, Reviews: 151 Updated: 8-2-07 Published: 11-12-05
Status: In-Progress

New and old characters, new cities, new sorrow, and a new Hukari.But all have one goal to kill Rau.SEQUEL TO STRIKE SAMURAI you must read Strike Samurai before reading this story. KxL AxC SxS MxM DxM YxRaine NicolxSparrowxMeyrin AndyxAisha

Destiny High School

2008-12-15T05:48:42-08:00

Author: akatsuki-hime
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Romance/Drama
Pairing: Athrun Z. & Cagalli Y. A.
Chapters: 29, Words: 58,629, Reviews: 501 Updated: 12-15-08 Published: 10-25-05
Status: In-Progress

The Gundam Seed Destiny Characters attending a normal high school and having a normal life. What mayhem will they unleash in Desinty High? Pairings are AsuCaga, KiraLacus, ShinStellar, & MirDearka. Expect mayhem, love triangles, and friendship.

Never Ending Obstacles

2006-06-26T18:13:47-08:00

Author: Rii.MAYORI
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Angst
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 19, Words: 30,659, Reviews: 330 Updated: 6-26-06 Published: 7-12-05
Status: Complete

Through years, he missed her. He was a boy who loved her no matter what. They were broken by the chain of Never Ending Obstacles... If love really do exist, one must be able to pass the chain and finish their happily ever after...[KL][AC][COMPLETE]

Strike Samurai

2005-11-11T16:04:25-08:00

Author: Tori101
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Angst
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 18, Words: 43,205, Reviews: 176 Updated: 11-11-05 Published: 9-13-05
Status: Complete

When a group of Samurai attempt to burn a village to the ground, Kira Yamato, know as the Strike Samurai, saves one girl from the flames. Now, they both set out to get revenge after joining up with the Rouge and Justice Samurai. KxL AxC SxS

Kira's First Dream Date!

2005-09-29T00:49:58-08:00

Author: TitianiaKiss
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Romance/Humor
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,598, Reviews: 9 Published: 9-29-05
Status: Complete

KxL pairing! A ONE SHOT story about Kira's first date with Lacus. Will it be smooth sailing? or will there be chaos in the process? Read to find out!

No Longer Alone

2005-09-20T17:58:04-08:00

Author: LacusFan
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Chapters: 18, Words: 185,639, Reviews: 193 Updated: 9-20-05 Published: 6-1-05
Status: Complete

A tale of romance, intrigue, conspiracies, and lots of other stuff. Main pairings are the usual KxL, AxC, DxM, SxS, etc. plus some. Post Jachine Diue, so some SPOILERS. Rated T for mature situations, violence, and language. Complete.

Someday

2005-07-05T07:28:57-08:00

Author: LacusFan
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: K
Genres: Romance/Angst
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 2, Words: 13,843, Reviews: 38 Updated: 7-5-05 Published: 6-22-05
Status: In-Progress

KxL Twoshot? Please read and review.

Sojourn

2009-06-22T23:54:19-08:00

Author: PaolaAdara
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: General/Romance
Chapters: 25, Words: 128,652, Reviews: 190 Updated: 6-22-09 Published: 8-28-05
Status: In-Progress

They alight on Earth following the ceasefire, only to discover that life after the war isn't any easier than life in the battlefield.

Love on Set

2005-11-05T11:23:44-08:00

Author: orange noel
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Romance/Drama
Chapters: 4, Words: 26,605, Reviews: 81 Updated: 11-5-05 Published: 9-3-05
Status: In-Progress

AU. Kira x Lacus, Athrun x Cagalli [with some Mwu x Murrue and Dearka x Mir hints]. Rising pop star, Lacus Clyne, had no idea of what she got herself into when she agreed to star in director Cagalli Yula Athha’s predicted box office hit.

Destiny's Path

2007-03-31T19:29:27-08:00

Author: BloodShot Ruby
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/General
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 10, Words: 30,929, Reviews: 179 Updated: 3-31-07 Published: 5-29-05
Status: In-Progress

AU. Chp10up!. He hated her for doing this to him. He was this way because of her, cold with hatred in his heart for every girl he saw, But after all the pain she brought him, What he had for her, was pure love. KiraLacus.

Addicted

2005-08-03T16:30:03-08:00

Author: Allura01
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 1, Words: 4,747, Reviews: 14 Published: 8-3-05
Status: Complete

Lacus is thrown into the middle of an endless war between two people. Not just any war, either, a battle of the hearts... Under the pressure the girl we all know, changes dramatically in a usless effort to save her breaking heart.

Through the Glass

2005-08-20T20:58:07-08:00

Author: cagalli-chan
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: K+
Genres: Romance/Drama
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 1, Words: 3,665, Reviews: 6 Published: 8-20-05
Status: Complete

[One Shot] [KiraLacus] Seeing doesn't always mean believing. 'Sometimes I need to step back from life, admire or hate or get angry at it, and then dive back in.'

Fading Blankness

2005-10-07T00:03:47-08:00

Author: 'Archer' Grimm
Category: Gundam Seed
Language: English, Rated: T
Genres: General/Adventure
Pairing: Kira Y. & Lacus C.
Chapters: 11, Words: 33,868, Reviews: 58 Updated: 10-7-05 Published: 3-22-05
Status: Complete

Athrun and Kira are war orphans taken in by the commander of a secret organization at the age of 4. They serve as elite special agents and has never failed a mission but a different task will change their lives slowly and steadily