Chapter 1: Birthday Surprises

CC lived with Suzaku ever since Lelouch died. He had been kind enough to give the immortal love of his best friend's life and their child shelter and a comfortable life. Though it was not only loyalty to Lelouch that made him do this.

Comforting CC during her time of despair made him realize his feelings for her and that these feelings were much more than friendship. He would gladly father CC's child if only CC will approve.

He sighed at his thoughts and proceeded to make CC's daily orange juice and oatmeal breakfast. He was about to wake her up when he saw her smiling at him from the kitchen doorway.

"Happy Birthday, Suzaku." She hugged him lightly and gave him a silver military tag-like pendant hanging from a chain. Etched on one side is Suzaku's name and on the other is the symbol of geass.

"Thanks, CC." Suzaku smiled and put it on. "Eat your food. You wouldn't want it cold."

"Oatmeal?" She asked with her brow furrowed. "Shouldn't you prepare something special? It is your birthday after all!"

Suzaku laughed. "If you're thinking about pizza, we'll have that later don't worry. And I did prepare something so you better eat up."

Suzaku left and returned five minutes later. He was dressed casually holding his car keys in his left hand. He took CC's empty dishes and washed them for her as he usually did.

"Get dressed. I already packed you clothes."

CC reappeared later in the sundress Suzaku gave her two months ago as a celebration gift for her pregnancy and to cheer her up a bit after Lelouch's death. She looked extremely beautiful in it with her hair pulled back in a half ponytail. Suzaku gaped at her open mouthed.

"Seeing your expression, I'd say I look appropriate enough." She smirked.

"To be my birthday present?" Suzaku teased.

"Fat chance. You're not getting two birthday presents. So where to?"

"Anya and Jeremiah's orange farm. Change of scenery."

"I'd love to see where my morning juice comes from."

"Great." Suzaku grinned.

The ride to the farm is entertaining. CC watched as the busy city scenery slowly melted to the breath taking country and mountainsides. It was very beautiful. If only Lelouch lived to see this, CC was absolutely sure he would've liked it.

She felt the wind passing through the convertible drying the silent tears streaming across her cheeks. She leaned against the head rest and closed her eyes. She soon sank to unconsciousness.

Darkness was the only visible thing in CC's dream. She is wandering through it unsure where to go. She is following a voice but she can't remember whom it belonged. It was calling her. She wanted to respond but can't remember the name to say.

Suddenly everything clicked into place.

"Lelouch?"

"CC, come to me."

"Lelouch, where are you? I want to see you! I need to see you!" CC collapsed and fell on her knees. She was trembling and crying hysterically.

"CC, I promise you will see me soon. Do not cry, CC. I love you and always will."

"Lelouch…"She whispered in the air calling him.

"This is goodbye for now, my CC. But I promise we will be together soon. Remember, I love you."

She felt a pair of arms envelope her, restraining her uncontrollable sobbing. Lelouch! Her heart screamed. She wanted to see his face. She forced her eyes to open. It was Suzaku.

His arms were around her, holding her close. He was calling her name, shaking her awake.

"S-suzaku?" She stuttered. Her cheeks were wet with tears and her eyes were puffy and swollen from crying. Worry was evident from Suzaku's face.

"Suzaku?" CC repeated. She lifted her head which was currently buried on Suzaku's chest to face him.

"CC, are you alright?"

"Yes. What's wrong?" She questioned the expression on Suzaku's handsome face. It was a mix of worry, grief, relief and to her confusion jealousy.

Suzaku quickly rearranged her features to a warm and friendly smile though hints of jealousy were still evident from his eyes.

"It's nothing. C'mon we're already at the farm."

CC smiled back. Suzaku helped her out of the car and took their bags.

"Weird." He muttered.

"What?"

"Anya said they're meeting us here."

"And we are." CC and Suzaku turned to see who spoke.

A grinning Jeremiah Gottwald was looking at them in front of a horse ridden cart. Anya descended from the cart smiling.

Suzaku looked at his companion expecting a smile gracing her features. He didn't quite get her expression. Shock and confusion were present in her face but her eyes, brimming with happy tears shone with joy.

Puzzled, he looked at the direction she was staring. His eyes locked on Anya. This confused him more. He knew CC and Anya were friends but they were not that close. Perhaps she was staring at the man behind Anya. The one next to Jeremiah.

Wait, if it's not Jeremiah, then who it is? And why is she looking at him with much affection?

As far as Suzaku's concerned, only he received that look with that amount of affection.

Well, he and – Suzaku's eyes flashed to the man with dark hair. He quickly recognized him and shock also registered on his face.

-Lelouch.

a/n: it was pretty obvious that it was lelouch wasn't it?? this is my first story so i'm pretty sure its awful..i feel bad..make me feel better by reviewing okay??