A/N: If this looks likes like a duplicate of another Code Geass fan fiction, that's because it is. I decided to continue this fan fiction just under a different username (due to the many mistakes and poorly checked revisions). So please this is not someone else copying another person's work. This is the same fan fiction developed by xYonakaxMikuzukix but I am completing it through this user name and will not be using the other username anymore.

NOTE: The other story has been deleted so there are no double copies of this story

“Eww! What an ugly and scary girl! Who in the world has white hair? She must be an old lady or something…how creepy.”

“Yeah and those blood-red eyes freak me out so much. It’s as if she’s gonna kill you in your sleep.”

“Ahhhhh!! Don’t scare me like that Haru!” A young brunette boy, with an immense forest green jacket that immersed his body,shoved his friend playfully on the arm as they snickered and eyed the strange girl who was passing them by on the other side of the bridge. Just momentarily, a light flurry of snow began covering the bridge with white speckles. Now the platform had become submerged into a deep layer of snow only moments away from freezing over.

The sky appeared even gloomier and depressing as the powdered ice began to freeze around the bare tree branches and solidify the small pond below. Dark billowing clouds hovered over the town perhaps even foreshadowing a forbidden omen.

Though it was surely true of the description the young fellows had spoken upon. She walked by the two very cautiously across the bridge; avoiding all means of eye-contact. The small girl wore an elaborate silver yukata that glistened slightly against the bright tint less snow. It was lined with a shadowy black collar and border to compliment the two shades. The ribbon around her waist was decorated with pale pink sakura blossoms hinted with a gray aura to mingle with the red string on top of the ribbon, which tied the whole outfit from the waist. Looking at the boys was too much struggle for the girl and she focused her gaze at the ground and measuring each individual snowflake flutter to the desolate ground and camouflage with the others in the blank background of icicles and dead plants among her.

“And also what is with that kind of clothing? I think she is secretly Japanese cuz I don’t know anyone who wears a kimono in this country....don’t ya think so Ryuu?” Haru cupped his hand to Ryuu’s ear, but they were obviously loud enough for her to perceive every syllable and comment they were mentioning between themselves.

Her hands began to fumble and shake feverishly despite the weather was not that chilly for a normal winter afternoon. She felt her loneliness and remorse deepen with each step taken into the endless blanket of forming ice crystals. A single tear rolled slowly down her fair toned cheek making her soul wail and her heart receiving many wounds.

As if the humiliation and embarrassment could not end, Haru bent over and created a small snowball out of the abundant snow supply surrounding him. He packed it nice and tightly and spoke to no on in particular, “Why don’t I see what else is stupid about her once I knock her out with a snowball.” Haru aimed at the girl and was in mid-throw when a strong hand grasped his ready arm.

“That’s not a kind thing to do to a young lady…” A young man spoke; his voice rang with such intensity. And he continued, “You two should run along now and I better not catch you making fun of her again.”

Haru and Ryuu glanced nervously at each other for a brief moment. The odds were pretty evenly matched, yet their cowardice caused them to immediately dash away from the suspicious scene. The crimson-eyed girl was so grateful to the man who had stood up for her; though her eyesight was blurred and flooded from the continuous flow of salty tears that would not let up. She could see a fuzzy outline of the man as he walked over and couched down to her height.

“Hey, it’s you again. “ He placed one of his hands on her head and laughed softly, “You’re the one who saved me from suffering a gruesome sentence. I will always be in your debt.”

The little girl absorbed every word he spoke. Maybe the comments were just spoken to cheer her up; with no meaning behind them what so ever. Even so, and but kept on creating more wet marks on her clothing. The man noticed her puffy eyes and attempted to wipe away a few of the droplets from her face.

“Do those guys even know who you are?” She could not find her voice for the moment and simply shook her head. “What rude boys...some people can be very mean. But you should be proud for someone your age to be able to put up to them. She didn't want to remind herself that she had done nothing but take the crud they had thrown as her. “How old are you?” She put up her whole palm slowly to his eye level. “Oh wow, you’re five? I’m seventeen, haha what an age difference there.” The girl nodded in agreement and the guy added, “Oh, I forgot to tell you my name is Li, Xingke. What’s yours? I don’t know if you’ll answer though because-”

“M-my name is Jiang, Liuhua.” Liuhua blushed and covered her mouth for she was surprised and shocked to hear her own voice; raspy from all the sobbing.

“She speaks! I mean Liuhua-chan speaks!” Xingke cheered and cheerfully laughed some more. “You have a very pretty name, .”

What a soothing compliment that brought to her ears. She smiled every so brightly at Xingke and furiously tried wiping in her tears to see her savior’s face. When the tears finally subsided, she came in awestruck. He had such a fine face with firm facial features. His eyes were slightly small but illuminated such joy and the perfect skin cracked a smile revealing his amazing white teeth. Xingke was a handsome young boy with long black hair, half of it tied in a ponytail, that grazed his face softly with the ever smallest breeze. He wore a sienna snow suit that reminded her of eskimo men; something she had read about in her history books.

As her eyes fixated to the landscape, she realized the snowfall had finally diminished and found the bridge as a winter wonderland. Sheets of snow covered all possible areas lightly and every tree was covered in icicles. A few mounds of snow, piled on a nearby tree branch, fell on Liuhua’s head. Xingke snickered a bit more and helped her wipe off the snow from her head. She grimaced but only to replace the facial expression with curiosity. Behind Xingke, she saw a glimpse of a bright red object and kept her gaze affixed in wonder of what it was.

Xingke followed her gaze and pulled out the object. She found him holding a deep red rose that almost appeared black against the snow. The stem glistened with drops of melted snow and he carefully handed the flower of to her. “It’s for you. I found it standing by itself; all isolated and lonely in the white snow. Earlier, I was unsure who to give it to, but I think you are the one who it is most suited for it. Be careful of the sharp thorns. I don’t want you to prick your fingers. Roses are dangerously beautiful.” Xingke chuckled at his little joke. Liuhua was speechless at the gift and did not care of what pain the rose had. This single rose was her from this amazing person. Maybe even the gift of an angel.

“Tianzi-sama…”

“Tianzi-sama.”

“Tianzi-sama!”

I felt an abrupt shove on my shoulder. My eyes fluttered lightly as I realized that I had been daydreaming upon one of my past memories once again. My eyes scanned the area and seeing that I was still sitting upon the huge throne; I was probably in the throne room…or should I say ‘The Place where I am forced to hear people drone on stuff I could care less about ’. A bit lengthy, but hey. Honestly...how can an eleven year old girl possible know about biased income tax rates based on the suited class…? Or what weaponry should be used for S-class situations unless departing notices from allied nations? Ouch. My head hurts a bit now. I patted my gold and red Chinese dress, lined with black camellias and tied my hair back into two loose pigtails on each side of my head.

“Tianzi-sama!” Kaguya poked my arm once more. Her green and pink kimono, decorated with purple orchids and a white ribbon, fluttered each time she jabbed me.

“Oh yes? I’m sorry I was a little dazed.” I admitted to her. Kaguya is really my best friend in this Chinese Province that I am forced to stay in once again. As the young Japanese ambassador, she and I are forced almost all the time in these foreign relations. Once more I am stuck wishing to escape this depressing life of affairs…

“Well snap out of it Tianzi-sama! Xingke and the rest of the armed soldiers are outside of the doors waiting for your consultation and waiting for your approval to enter.”

I sighed,” Kaguya stop adding the –sama to my name already, please. You’re the same age as me and-really?” My heart skipped a beat hearing his name.

“Yes!” She poked my forehead and muttered, “Get with the program, Tianzi-sa- I mean Liuhua.”

A clacking sound was made as the large wooden corridors opened into the spacious throne room filled with priceless artwork, antiques, furniture, you name it. I felt my heart lift a bit more to see Xingke kneeling down at my feet with his underlings copying him from behind. “My fellow soldiers and I have arrived back from the neighboring countries Tianzi-sama.”

“I have been waiting for you on the status very much Li, Xingke.” Did I sound too eager? I always try to hide my emotions in public, but I think that is for everyone. Yet, I still like to believe that it’s my little secret to the outside world of reality.

“I do not have any recent news but my lieutenant, Tao Kouyuu, has information regarding allies and treaties.” A tall man with chestnut, auburn hair stepped forward. “My lady, it appears that Korea and Spain has offered an alliance based on the Britannia matters. Their military forces have doubled and may be beneficial for unknown political relations that may come our way.”

“Notify them that we will confirm the offer and have Fen sign the treaty because she is the officer of foreign alliances.” I spoke with a bit hesitation because anything war related lowers my confidence sometimes.

“Understood. Furthermore, Britannia has continued persuading us to become of combined power but individual nations. This is simply meaning that we would be one nation under two separate and equal powers. But everyone is assuming that this is obviously a trap only so we can break ties with their revolting country, Japan. So we are a bit unsure of our response, Tianzi-sama.”

The thought settled in my mind for a moment, “Please just act neutral as the response and continue listening to their askings with a patient and indifferent state of mind. Perhaps as well please hand me a copy of the treaty they have sent when possible.”

“As you wish, Princess.” Kouyuu formally bowed once more and resumed his position.

“Thank you for your updates, but Lady Tianzi and I shall now excuse ourselves.” Kaguya finally gave input.

“Very well, Kaguya-sama. Head out men.” Xingke signaled his officers and they left the room.

Once the door finally closed, Kaguya signed in relief, “Oh wow, Tianzi, you handled those situations so well!”

I laughed at her response, “Are you mentioning about when I was younger and more immature? I have learned much from you Kaguya.” I noted to her as we walked down the long hallway. I never really noticed how so many pieces were placed on the walls, much so that I could barely see the jade green paint that was plastered carelessly on the surface. Even with so many stunning works, my favorite was the one with a golden Chinese dragon floating among the satin stitched clouds in a sea of red. In the right light of the chandeliers, the scales shimmered and glistened like the rainbow with iridescent complexity .

“Well I guess of course since I’m the greatest.” She stated and raised her arms in triumph. I stifled a small laugh. “What’s that supposed to mean Liuhua?”

“Nothing, nothing at all Miss Kaguya.” I smirked and pranced to my quarters up a flight of marble staircase. “I’ll see you later.”

I quickly waved and rushed into the room. Skidding across my room to the balcony doing my daily deed. Leaning over the support, I breathed in the salty sea air as the sun began setting into the murky ocean depths. Sunsets have always amazed me and watching the biggest star of our universe drifting out of sight in such a stylish manner was very beautiful. I could see the gulls flying towards the star of flames till they became invisible to the naked eye.

“Beautiful sunset tonight, isn’t it Lady Tianzi?”

I almost had a heart attack to hear another person entering my room, how did they do it so discreetly? I glanced over my shoulder to find Xingke at the front of my door. Finding myself a little startled, I messed up my speech, “How did you…are here, why?” I blushed and he just laughed it off. As usual.

“The door was open so I thought I could enter, and I have the Britannian letter in my hand.” He flapped a piece of parchment in his hand.

“Oh, umm you can just leave it on my bed so I can read it later.” Then I immediately reverted my gaze to the glorious horizon. Behind me it was awfully silent so I was hoping Xingke had just left the parchment and exited my room.

“So this is where you come to everyday?” I was wrong. Xingke propped himself next to me and we stared together at the bright star.

“Mmm…most of the time.” I responded over a quick pause.

“You’re lucky to have a breath-taking view from your room.” I didn’t know what to say so I just smiled at him.

A few moments passed and my heart could now beating at 100mph. I was dying to ask him so many questions. With my face probably bright as a tomato I asked, “Xingke…w-what do you think of me?” Should have kept my mouth shut...since I have always been so obviously rash. My curiosity seems to get the better of me as I was listening eagerly to his reply.

“Tianzi, you are the princess of the Chinese Province, and it is my life to protect yours no matter what.” That sounded as if he had memorized those words from a manual.

“No Xingke…I mean what do you think of me as just Liuhua and you as just Xingke and nothing else?”

Xingke had sort of understood what I said. He lifted me up by the sides and gently placed me sitting on the rail so I was his height. “Liuhua, you are my queen and I love you as if you were my younger sister in need. I must protect you to keep peace in this godforsaken land.”

My hands trembled and I felt my eyes brim with water, “Is that the only reason? Just because I am the peace keeper? Please! Xingke I love you so much only for the characteristics in side of you. Not for your status, past but what you are here and now!” It took me years to finally admit that and now his reply led to my face being soaked with tears. I felt his arms wrap around my body tightly.

“If you feel like that, do not waste your compassion on someone as worthless as me. I am only your protector…not your lover. And how would people approve of the marriage of an eleven year old and a twenty four year old? Please be reasonable Tianzi.” Xingke pulled his arms away and suddenly kissed me softly on the forehead. He pulled back slowly and looked at me straight into my eyes, “I know you must be furious at me now, but I am honestly not suited for you. The princess of this nation to marry a once convict? There are so many better candidates for a pretty princess blossoming into a beautiful queen. Remember I am always here to protect you and love you…” He walked away and exited my room,

“…more than you even know.”

I thought I heard him add something at the end, but was probably my imagination. I never knew how hard I could cry. My voice was only hiccups that kept exploding from my throat. Weeping toward the heavens I spoke, “Why does life act so cruel and take everything I love from my grasps? An unfair game I have played with fate and it has cheated me. Destiny must have shortened my will because I wish to die…” I slumped from my position on the balcony and sobbed hard into my closest pillow on my bed. My love has been wasted for so long, despite the truth I can never let go of him.

Xingke’s POV

My heart felt so heavy as I had heard every word Tianzi had spoke of outside her room. I sat against the wall of Liuhua’s corridors and received more stabs to the heart as she continued on crying. Does she not notice my loneliness and yearning for her as well? It is true I lied to her about loving her as my younger sister…I love her with all my heart and soul and wish for anything in the world to marry and love her alone. Damn myself for experiencing life so early. Why couldn’t I have been born later so that she and I…forget this frivolous idea. A twelve year age difference and to a girl who hasn’t even reached marriageable age it’s not possible. Even so I cannot stop my idiotic, lustful thoughts for her. I want to hold her tightly in my arms and never letting go. Just raking my fingers through her mysterious silvery-white hair. Kissing her lips with such ferocity and- I sound like a sick freak.

Shaking the thoughts out of my head, I entered her room once more. She had finally given herself to the sweet dreams of the night. I went over and knelt on the left side of her bed where she was facing. An oracle had told her to sleep on her right side to become very tall in later years. She never failed to listen and follow directions. I caught myself brushing a silvery lock from her pale face. What an angelic face shone before me…am I even worthy of this? I watch her for a moment longer and tuck her in the soft cotton sheets. As I leave I take one final glance at her. “Can our love ever truly be?” I ask to the dense air. I know myself there is not one person who could ever answer that question to my liking. I shut off the lights and exited the room.

“My princess…I must be your angel rather than you being mine. If risking my life to at least love you from afar then so be it. Life is pointless without seeing your crimson eyes twinkle every so vibrantly. If I must seal my heart and soul away to hell’s path then I wish for you to be up with the stars in heaven. I truly wish I was the sun so you would always be staring only at me and nothing in the world would possibly tear your gaze from me. Fate has made me your shield and nothing more, it is not possible for a mere mortal to change our destined paths…”