Children Of War Pt 2

Disclaimer: I don’t own the Gundam Wing characters or any other characters from another TV show that I mention. Just characters that I made up.

A/N: Sorry this chapter took so long, I had writer’s block ^_^()

“Finally, they’re here!” Relena said as she opened the door. Trowa and Miidi stood there with embarrassed smiles as their kids rushed in.

“Sorry we’re so late Relena, the car broke down and…” Trowa stopped in mid-sentence and blushed. “Um, just sorry.”

“Don’t worry, everyone else has settled into their rooms and we’re gonna have dinner in an hour. It’s so good to see you!” Relena smiled.

“WILL YOU SHUT UP MAXWELL?!?!!”

“I can see that Wufei and Duo have already started.” Trowa laughed.

“You’d think so wouldn’t you?” Relena said. Trowa blinked at her response.

“No! I will not shut up and you can’t make me!” Jason said, sticking out his tongue. Josh narrowed his eyes and balled up his fist.

“I’d put my money on Jason nailing Josh.” Bradley said. Jacqueline looked at him puzzled.

“But, Josh is your brother. Shouldn’t you be rooting for him?” Jacqueline asked.

“Jackie, my mother raised a smart boy. Jason is small and wiry, therefore he can dodge Josh until Jason gets tired.”

“Which never happens.”

“Exactly.” Bradley smirked. Relena came charging up the stairs and looked into the doorway. The two boys immediately stopped fighting.

“Hey Mom!” Josh said sheepishly. Relena folded her arms.

“As punishment you can set the table. Dinner is almost ready.” Relena said. Josh’s face fell.

“Mom! You know I can’t set the table. I always get it mucked up.” Josh protested. Hilde stood in the doorway.

“That’s why Jason will be helping you.” Hilde smiled. Jason’s face also fell.

“Do you really think you two ought to be doing this?” Quatre asked with concern. “I mean, most of the kids are here.”

“Winner, you always worried too much.” Wufei said. “Besides, I want to see if Bakagami has gotten lazy over the years.”

“That’s Shinigami to you Wu-man.” Duo said as both of them stared each other down.

“Michelle, do something! He’s your brother.” Quatre pleaded.

“I’m not stupid enough to get in the middle of those two dear. It’s like trying to stop the tide.” Michelle said, looking over at the two men with some concern. Zechs walked into the room and saw Wufei and Duo staring each other down.

“I was told to tell you that dinner will be ready soon. What’s going on?” Zechs asked.

“It looks as though Duo and Wufei are going to arm wrestle each other Father.” Matthew replied.

“And that will achieve…?” Zechs asked.

“Justice!” Wufei declared.

“It’s always justice with you Wufei.” Sally said shaking her head. “Okay…go!” Wufei and Duo struggled for ages, each trying to knock the other down.

“You’ve improved since we last fought Maxwell.” Wufei said.

“Either that or you’ve slacked off.” Duo smirked. Just as Wufei was about to pin Duo…

“DINNER’S READY!!” Relena called.

“Oh boy!” Duo said, forgetting the match and slammed Wufei’s hand on the table. Duo zipped downstairs leaving everyone blinking in shock.

“That was unexpected.” Sally said. Wufei’s face was red with anger.

“Nadia honey, cover your ears.” Michelle said.

“But why Mamma?” Nadia asked. Michelle covered Nadia’s ears for her.

“Never mind.”

“KI…”

“What do you mean we have to get dressed up before we eat?” Duo asked.

“This is a FORMAL dinner Duo.” Relena sighed. Duo pouted.

“Fine.” Duo said retreating upstairs.

“Just like when he was a teenager.” Heero laughed softly.

“None of you have changed you know.” Relena said.

“KISAMA!!”

“See? Wufei’s exactly the same.” Relena said. “And he just swore in front of your kids, who are half-Japanese may I remind you.”

“I’ll kill him.” Heero scowled.

“Later. Right now, it’s time for dinner.” Relena said.

“I think marrying you has made me soft.”

“I’d say it was the other way around.” Relena said, with a wink. Heero blushed slightly. Li came downstairs with a slight grin on his face. “I’m glad to see someone is dressed.”

“Mom totally lost it with Dad for cussing in front of the kids! Mom’s totally embarrassed and Zechs thinks it’s the most hilarious thing ever. Is this what it was like when you were younger?” Li asked.

“Most of the time it was Heero who was upset and Duo was the one that found it hilarious.” Relena said, with a slight smile on his face. Heero scowled.

“Maxwell always asked for it.” Heero replied. Li laughed.

“That’s exactly what Dad said.” Li said.

“Li, could you do me a favour? See if anyone is in the main living room.” Relena said, carrying the roast into the dining room.

“Sure.” Li said. He walked into the room and looked around. “Is anyone in here? Dinner’s about to be served.”

“Gee, thanks for the announcement.” A voice said coldly. Li snorted.

“I’m just doing what I was told dude.” Li said as he walked in to see who was being rude to him. He looked and saw a head of blonde hair. “Who is being so rude to me, may I ask?” The girl stood up and Li blushed. This girl looked absolutely beautiful, wearing a dinner dress, and her temper made Li even more attracted to her.

“Stephanie Peacecraft. Who’s asking?” Stephanie declared. If Li was drinking something, he would have spat it out.

“Steph?! I can’t believe it!” Li said in shock. “You’ve sure grown up since the last time I saw you.”

“Li?” Stephanie asked. Li nodded. Stephanie took a second to look him over. “Wow, nice suit.”

“Can we eat now?!” Bradley asked.

“No, we have to wait for Li and Stephanie.” Relena said. “I sent Li to check the living room ages ago. Where could he be?”

“Li’s a lady’s man. He’s probably with Stephanie.” Jason whispered to Kurt and they both started to snigger.

“What are you two laughing about?” Duo asked, raising an eyebrow.

“Nothing.” The boys replied.

“Can we eat now?” Stacey asked.

“Not yet sweetie.” Relena said.

“So, how’s life?” Li asked.

“Same old with my family.” Stephanie replied, sitting closer to Li. Li blushed slightly.

“Do you think we should get back to the table? Li asked.

“Nah, they won’t miss us. We have almost twenty people here today.” Stephanie smiled.

“Okay, this is ridiculous. I’m going to go find them.” Duo declared.

“You’re just doing this because you’re hungry.” Heero said.

“Well, there’s that…” Duo said sheepishly. Wufei got up.

“He’s my son, I’ll go and find him.” Wufei said. Zechs soon followed.

“Ah, overprotective fathers. Always such fun to watch.” Michelle smirked. Suddenly, the whole table got up and left her behind. “Hey! Wait for me!” Everyone soon caught up with Wufei and Zechs. Zechs opened the doors to the living room and stopped in his tracks. Li was lying on top of Stephanie and they were kissing each other. Heavily. Zechs looked as if the vein in his head was going to pop out.

“What’s going on?! We wanna see!!” The smaller kids said. Michelle and Hilde ushered them away.

“Believe me, you don’t.” Hilde said.

“Oh my…” Quatre said, his face red.

“This should be interesting.” Heero said.

“LI CHANG!! WHAT IN THE HELL ARE YOU DOING?!?!” Wufei roared. The two teens sat up, flustered and embarrassed.

“Hey Dad. Um, Steph’s dad. What’s up.” Li said.

“I agree with Heero. This should be interesting.” Duo said.

To Be Continued…

Yes I know, it’s a filler chapter. But writer’s block is killing me and this is the best I could come up with. Hopefully the next chapter won’t take that long ^_^