Disclaimer: GW = not mine.

Author's Note: Here's a ficlet centering on one of the less conventional aspects of Heero and Relena's relationship. I've always loved how they're in love without being lovey-dovey and this is my take on that. This was meant to be part of Figurative Brotherhood but somehow didn't fit the theme so I separated it. And yes, I've finally written a piece with zilch dialogue. Oh-em-gee...

Two Single Servings
by mistress amethyst une

Relena always ate dessert first whenever the opportunity presented itself, citing that life was short and she would prefer to be gunned down after having indulged in the highlight of the meal. Her morbid outlook had prompted a glare from Heero who told her it was perfectly safe to save the dry, chalky brownie in her pre-packaged shuttle flight meal for last. The probability of being shot while on a flight was already low due to the meticulous security measures taken at the space port. He then assured her that the chance of an assassination attempt was practically non-existent, especially with him around.

He just didn't get it.

Heero stuck to convention and opted to take sweets after the meal on the rare occasions that he didn't pass on them. Dessert wasn't something he ordered when they dined out. Well, not unless she gave him that pointed look and told him he ought to live a little. Even then, he would simply order the same thing she did.

It completely defeated her purpose.

To be a world leader, one has to be a bit of an evil mastermind. She could negotiate with space pirates and charm dictators but Heero Yuy was simply on another level. Relena wondered how she kept her position as vice foreign minister when she couldn't even con Heero into ordering a different dessert so she could sample two sweet treats off the menu without guilt. She consoled herself by thinking it was probably all for the better. Splitting dessert with Heero? Two straws, one smoothie? God forbid if he ever tried spoon feeding her. That just wasn't how they operated.

Putting plots of sugary deception aside, she heaved a sigh and bit into her brownie. When that was done with, it didn't take her too long to polish off the rest of her less than appetizing meal. What to do now? Boot up her laptop and get some work done? The thought of it made made her groan. She turned to Heero, hoping to ask him how he kept boredom at bay so efficiently.

She got her answer even before asking her question. Sitting ramrod straight with his arms crossed over his chest, Heero Yuy was fast alseep. His face didn't reflect the same severity the rest of his body did though. His expression was peaceful. She couldn't resist planting a kiss on his forehead then. Tiredness overtaking her, she rested her head against his shoulder and surrendered to sleep herself.

It was going to be a long flight back to earth but this was no longer an issue. Heero and Relena would spend it sharing something far sweeter than dessert.

Ficlet done. :) Note to self: Never read the work of a superior fic author right before writing. Stupid inferiority complex will drive you nuts and kill the muse. :(