Ok, I am SOOOO Sorry for the delayed update. I lost the file where this fic was stored! Also, I've been really busy with diving practice and drivers education, but that's no excuse to leave you guys hanging! Onto the final chapter of Spying! As a note, I'd like to thank you all for being supportive of this fanfiction, and if you haven't already, I encourage you to look at my other Gundam SEED fanfiction titled Result of Sacrifice and Greed. Thanks again for reading!

Chapter 6: Final Chapter

The four boys docked their mobile suits in the hanger before proceeding to exit the large room. Athrun carried his best friend out of the Aegis before turning to Nicol.

"Hey Nicol, I'm going to take Kira to the infirmary. Can you go and report to Commander Creuset?" the blue haired male asked, shifting Kira's body a little to get a better hold of the older teen. The green haired teen nodded, then turned and left in the direction of the commander's office. The boy carrying his friend gave a nod to his other two teammates, then left towards the infirmary to get the brunette some medical attention.

The nurse was quick with the examination, analyzing the injuries. Taking care, she began to clean the deepest gashes on his chest and leg, moving to his back while Athrun leaned against the wall behind her, watching her take care of his friend. After she dabbed some healing ointment on the cuts, she bandaged them, smiling.

"He won't have any permanent damage other than a scar on his chest. He'll be fine." She said. Athrun breathed a sigh of relief.

"Thank you." Was all he said. The nurse smiled at the teen before she turned and left the two friends alone. Athrun sighed. "Kira…what did you want to say before?" He asked to no one as he sat down in a chair which was placed beside the bed. Looking at the sleeping brunette, the blue haired boy sat back. Closing his eyes, he saw his childhood memories with his friend flash by before he lost consciousness.

Hours later, Kira groaned as he slowly opened his eyes, feeling pain shoot through his chest. Gasping slightly, he shut his eyes, clentching his fist in a vain attempt to block out the pain. After the feeling went away, he opened his eyes again, looking to the sleeping form sitting next to him. 'Athrun…' Kira thought. 'Was he watching me?' He continued in his brain, looking at his friend as he began to sit up. Suddenly, another wave of pain went through his form and he bit back a scream of pain, falling back to the bed. The movement, however unintended, was effective in waking up the sleeping friend.

"Kira!" Athrun gasped. "Don't get up. You're hurt!" He said as he rested a hand on his shoulder, stopping the brunette from sitting up. Looking down at him, he was relieved to see Kira awake and alive. However, after looking over the bandages that hid the wounds that his friend had received in battle, his face fell back into a sadness not seen by Kira before. "Kira…why'd you do it?" The blue haired boy asked, looking at his friend. Hearing the question, Kira blushed quickly, then looked away.

"I…I don't really know if you want to know." Kira asked, afraid to tell his friend the reason.

"Kira…please…I need to know." Athrun pleaded as he looked down at his best friend. The brunette took a deep breath, hesitating before speaking.

"All..Alright." Kira said quietly. "I did it because…I care for you more then a friend…Athrun…I…I love you." He stammered, before looking away from his friend. Athrun's eyes widened, surprised at the answer. Silence fell like a cloud in the room, and Kira shut his eyes, trying to hold back tears at the silent rejection. "I understand. It's ok Athrun." Kira said quietly as his hand shook. Suddenly, fabric shifted and additional weight was put onto the bed as the blue haired boy leaned in, propping himself up above Kira before he moved in for a kiss. Kira gasped, eyes flying open before he shut them, savoring the moment. The brief moment ended, and amethyst eyes looked into emerald.

"I love you too." The younger male said quietly. Kira smiled, wrapping his arms around his love's neck.

"Really?" The brunette asked.

"Forever." His love replied. The pair's attention was then deferred to the door, where sniggering was heard, then the sources seen as Yzak, Dearka, and Nicol walked into the room.

"You guys are so dense." Yzak shook his head.

"It took you two forever to come out and say it!" Dearka smirked.

"Congratulations though." Nicol smiled.

"Thanks you guys." The couple said simultaneously, smiling at each other.

"And to think your boyfriend flew for the EA a little while back." Yzak said thoughtfully. "And now you're together."

"You know I was just spying for ZAFT!" Kira retorted as Dearka and Nicol laughed. Kira pouted until someone's arms wrapped around his waist. Looking back, he saw Athrun smiling.

"I love you Kira." He said, kissing his cheek.

"I love you too Athrun." The brunette replied, kissing his love on the lips. If the moment was perfect, it wouldn't be now.

"So, who's going to be on top?" Dearka asked, smirking.

"DEARKA!!!!" The pair screamed, and Athrun got up to chase him out of the room as Yzak and Nicol laughed again.

Hope you guys liked the final chapter! Please leave some reviews! I may write a sequel, so feedback is appreciated!

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Kasemei-chan