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Equus	By : Deb Category: Gundam Wing/AC > Yaoi - Male/Male Views: 2855 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 1
Disclaimer: I do not own Gundam Wing, it belongs to Bandai, Sotsu and associated parties. I do own the equines though, please do not take them without permission. Written for pleasure not profit.

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“Equus”
Chapter 36
“Shhh, Duo, it's okay, it's all going to be okay,” Heero soothed his partner. The pair still clung to each other, emotions running high through their bodies as each tried to come to terms and cope with what had happened.
Shock was a major issue in Duo's case, the horror of what had happened to him tearing through his fragile psyche; his mind had started to shut down on him, body trembling and all he could do was cling to Heero and try to draw on his lover's warmth to ease the chill in his own heart.
Returning to the drug room, Wufei's eyes took in the scene and he left the pair alone for the moment, opting to check on the still unconscious form of Stefan. From what he could determine none of the man's injuries were life threatening, but he still needed medical attention – as did both Heero and Duo.
Wufei had guessed what had happened and whilst he'd not been fully aware of the exact nature of the relationship between Heero and the vet, he'd had his suspicions. It really didn't bother Wufei one bit if the pair were a couple; what they did in their private lives was their business and of no concern to him. But they were good friends and Wufei cared about his friends and what happened to them.
Clearing his throat rather than touch either man in case it invoked an involuntary action, Wufei did his best to gain their attention. Duo remained buried in Heero's arms, the blue eyed rider though turned his attention to Wufei.
“I'm not completely sure of what has occurred here, but it is clear that this man,” Wufei nodded in the direction of Stefan, “and Doctor Maxwell both require medical intervention. I am assuming there was an assault on Doctor Maxwell to which you retaliated in his defense, and in that case the police really need to be informed as well.”
At the word 'police', Duo whimpered and shook his head.
Running a hand along the back of Duo's head, Heero kept his voice soft, using the tone he employed when dealing with a skittish horse. “Duo, I know you don't want to think about this right now but we really need to speak to the police about what has happened and get you some medical attention.”
“No,” Duo whispered.
“Oh, Duo. I know it's going to be hard on you, but you have to talk to the authorities. They need to know so they can press charges against him and stop him from doing this to anyone else. I promise I will be with you all the way, I'll be there for you, I'll face it all with you. You won't be alone.”
“I – I can't, Heero. You know yourself how society is bigoted against people like us. Please, don't make me go through that.” Duo's voice was broken as he whispered.
Wufei couldn't help but overhear the soft words and his heart bled for the pair as his suspicions were confirmed regarding their relationship status. “Duo?” he said softly. “I know how difficult this will be, but this man has done you a grave injustice and should be made to answer for his crimes.”
“Wufei is right, Duo. You can't let him get away with this,” Heero murmured into the chestnut hair on his lover's head.
“I'm sure the police will use the utmost discretion when dealing with this case,” Wufei prompted. “I understand your fears and reluctance given how society is, but there is no need for this to be made common knowledge. The police and medical staff are bound by law to keep confidentiality.”
“Listen to Wufei, Duo. Please, speak with the authorities and let them do their job so assholes like him can't prey on others.”
Duo gave a loud sigh, one that caused his body to shudder. “Okay, I'll speak with the police,” he consented.
“Thank you,” Heero sighed and pressed a gentle kiss to the crown of Duo's head.
“We also need medical intervention,” Wufei reminded Heero. “For both of them.”
It was then that the realization of what he had done to Stefan came crashing down on Heero. He blinked and looked over at the bloody rider on the floor. “I didn't...”
“No, he's still alive and although I'm no medical doctor, I think it actually looks worse than what it is.”
“I'd do it all again,” Heero growled softly.
“As would I if it were my partner in this situation,” Wufei replied softly and gave a nod that he was fully aware of the relationship between the two men.
The glances exchanged between the two spoke volumes without any words being uttered.
“I'll call the police. Once they are here they will make the necessary call regarding treatment and such for both of them,” Wufei stated and pulling his cell from his pocket he stepped back out of the drug room to make the call.
* * *
Meiran collected Nataku from the crush and with the help of June and Carl, she led the nervous mare back out of the surgery stables towards Heero's part of the property. Each of the three fell silent for a few minutes as they moved between the paddocks, thoughts of what had happened running rampant through each mind. Whilst they had briefly shared their concerns over what they had seen, none wanted to voice exactly what they thought had happened.
June was pretty certain that Stefan had either tried to, or had succeeded in raping Duo, and whilst that sent a feeling of anger through her, she didn't voice her thoughts. Knowing the relationship between the pair and having given her word to Heero and Duo that she wouldn't be a gossip, she kept her thoughts to herself. If Heero or Duo wanted to talk about this, then that was up to them, June certainly wasn't going to speculate on the issue or be a part of any gossip.
Meiran and Carl were also turning things over in their minds. Neither one could confirm their suspicions, but one thing was clear to both; Heero and Duo were their friends and respected by both of them. Regardless of what had happened they would be there to support and help in any way they could.
Arriving back at Heero's stables, Meiran put Nataku into her stable and checked the mare's water bucket. June and Carl went directly to the feed shed where the evening feeds waited in their respective buckets. Meiran joined them a moment later.
Taking charge of the situation, June handed out feed buckets for feeds to be placed in the respective stables, checking water buckets as the feeds were dumped into bins. Once everything was set in the stables the three went out to the paddocks to bring the horses in and settle them for the evening. Although it was a little earlier than usual for the horses to come in, no one thought it would matter under the circumstances.
The horses seemed to sense something was up too and were all on their best behavior. With the equines all in their stables, rugs were changed, animals checked for any injury and stable doors secured. Empty buckets were taken back to the feed shed where June began to make up the morning feeds for Heero.
The sound of Frank's car and float returning had the three looking at each other and debating what to tell the other man. June made the decision for them, letting Frank know that there had been a bit of a problem up at the surgery and that Heero, Duo and Wufei were currently indisposed as they were dealing with it. Frank accepted the explanation and saw to his own horse's comfort. Once his horse was settled, float unhitched and car unloaded, Frank took his leave, explaining he had a dinner date with his girlfriend and he would catch up with everyone over the course of the next week.
Whilst filling haynets the subject could no longer be ignored and the three began to talk amongst themselves once more. They did manage to avoid directly discussing the exact nature of the relationship between Heero and Duo, but all agreed that they would be there to help their friends out in any capacity that they could.
Once everything was finished in the stables, June and Carl both reluctantly decided to leave. They didn't want to intrude on Heero and Duo, but were curious to know what had happened and if Heero required their assistance with the horses on the following day.
Meiran was unable to leave until Wufei was ready and knowing how much the other two were concerned, she exchanged phone numbers with them both and promised to call later and let them know if there was anything further they could do.
Having waved June and Carl off, Meiran checked the stables once more before making the slow walk back to Duo's surgery stables.
* * *
Wufei made his call, keeping it brief and to the point. The police officer he spoke with was professional and discreet, asking the barest of questions and letting Wufei know there would be a patrol car dispatched immediately. Finished with his call, Wufei stepped back into the drug room.
Heero and Duo hadn't moved; neither had Stefan.
Heero turned his eyes to Wufei, the question in them clear to the Chinese man.
“The police are on their way,” Wufei said quietly.
“Thank you.” Heero continued to hold Duo, the vet having calmed a little in his physical shaking, but still a nervous wreck. “How long before they get here?”
“I don't know. They said they would dispatch a car immediately. Did you want to take Doctor Maxwell out of here? Maybe to the house or something?”
“No, not to the house. I think it would be best if we stayed here in the stables until the police arrive, but I will try to take him outside. Would you mind keeping an eye on him, please?” Heero indicated with an incline of his head in Stefan's direction.
“Of course.”
“Come on, Duo. I'm going to take you out into the stable area to wait for the police.” Heero went to move only to find Duo clinging even tighter to him. “It's okay, Duo. He can't hurt you anymore.”
Duo was too frozen in his shock to be able to comprehend Heero's words properly, all he knew was he felt safe in Heero's arms. Feeling Duo's panicked state, Heero carefully maneuvered his arms and picked his lover up, carrying him out of the drug room.
Following the pair, Wufei disappeared into the feed shed and grabbed a bale of hay, bringing it out so Heero could sit Duo on it while they waited. Knowing there wasn't anything further he could do he went back to the drug room doorway where he could keep an eye on Stefan and also on the other two men.
While they were waiting, Meiran returned to the stables. Spotting the two men on the hay bale and her husband in the doorway of the drug room, she quietly made her way to Wufei's side. Wufei spoke in low tones to his wife, letting her know that the police were on their way. She nodded in understanding and exchanged a few more words with her husband. Leaving Wufei at his post, Meiran walked over to Heero and asked if he would mind if she had the key to Duo's cottage so she could make them all a cup of tea. It would help with the shock a bit, or so she felt.
Heero agreed, grateful to the woman and handed over his keys. Meiran disappeared to make the drinks.
Ten minutes later she was back with a tray bearing four mugs of steaming tea and had a blanket tucked under her arm. She handed one mug to Wufei and one to Heero. She gave Heero a second one for Duo, explaining it had a little more sugar in it than the others and would help the vet a bit. Heero managed to coax Duo into taking the mug and sipping on the contents. Meiran also took a moment to drape the blanket around Duo's shoulders, explaining the warmth would help with the shock Duo was currently experiencing.
The tea actually did make Duo feel a little better and with the blanket helping to keep him warm, when the police arrived five minutes later he was much calmer.
*
Hearing the sound of a car approaching, Wufei stepped out of the stables to see if it was the police. Much to his relief it was. He greeted the officers and briefly explained the situation to them. The policemen were middle aged and seemed calm and sympathetic, something that put Wufei a little more at ease. He stepped back into the stables, the police officers directly behind him.
“Heero, Duo?” Wufei said softly. “This is Sergeant Williams and Constable Henry.”
Heero nodded to the officers. “I'm Heero Yuy and this is my partner Doctor Duo Maxwell.”
“Mr. Yuy, Doctor Maxwell. I believe there has been a bit of an altercation here this afternoon?” the sergeant asked as he squatted in front of the pair.
“Yes, sir. My partner here was raped by a man who agists his horse with me,” Heero explained as Duo seemed to shrink in on himself.
“I see. Where is this other man now?”
“He's in the drug room. I'm afraid when I arrived home and discovered my partner being attacked I took matters into my own hands and did what was necessary to remove him and subdue him,” Heero said.
The sergeant gave the constable a nod, the constable moving to speak with Wufei who took him into the drug room where Stefan still lay on the floor.
“Have either of them been seen by a medical practitioner? Taken a shower or anything like that?” asked the sergeant.
“No. Once I'd subdued the other man, my friend and client, Wufei Chang rang the police directly. We haven't moved from here.”
“In one way that's good,” the officer sighed and seeing the raised eyebrow, he clarified his meaning. “Quite often a victim of rape feels used and dirty and takes a shower in order to feel clean again. Whilst I can understand the reasons for that, it does make our investigation and the chance of getting a conviction harder. Without trying to be insensitive here, put simply a doctor can use a rape kit to determine and confirm the rape. We can also use DNA collected from the victim's body where penetration occurred and match it to the perpetrator to give us a watertight case.”
“I follow you,” Heero said.
“Okay, first things first. We need to get both these men to the hospital where they can be attended to. Once the doctors have finished with them we can take statements and proceed from there.” The sergeant glanced up when the constable stepped up beside him. “Excuse me for a moment, please.”
The two police officers conferred for a moment, the constable letting his superior know what the situation with the perpetrator was. The sergeant took a look for himself and gave a low whistle when he saw the unconscious man covered in blood. “Could be a bit tricky here,” the sergeant said. “It will be interesting to see if this guy pushes for an assault charge against the other guy, although I don't think any judge would find that guy guilty as he was only saving his partner from a brutal attack.”
“Best to get medical help and then take statements to see if we can sort this mess out.” The sergeant rubbed a hand across his chin.
“Shall I call an ambulance?”
“Yeah. One will do, just for this guy. We can take the other two in the patrol car. Oh, after you've called the ambulance, call the hospital and let them know we have a rape case coming in; I want the proper doctors on this one.”
“Yes, sir.” The constable stepped back out to the patrol car to make his calls, the sergeant went back to Heero and Duo.
Squatting down once more, the sergeant explained what was going to happen next. “Once the ambulance has collected the perpetrator, we will take you to the hospital in the patrol car for the doctor to take care of you-”
“NO!” Duo's terrified eyes blinked out from the safety of Heero's arms.
“Doctor Maxwell, you need medical help and we also need to have a doctor that understands rape victims to take care of you. The hospital has the proper people there to help you,” the sergeant tried to reason.
“NO! I won't go to the hospital, I can't, I just can't...” Duo clung to Heero even tighter.
Doing his best to soothe his lover, Heero felt his heart breaking at the distress in his lover's face and eyes. “Duo, you need to be seen by a doctor, please let me take you to the hospital.”
“No, I can't Heero, please don't make me.” Guilt, shame and self loathing all crashed down on Duo at the same time.
Having dealt with the victims of rape before, both male and female, Sergeant Williams could understand Duo's reaction. Most rape victims thought they were responsible in some way for what had happened to them, when in fact, nothing was further from the truth. “Doctor Maxwell, believe me when I say I understand your fears and concerns, but we need to have a doctor treat you. I promise you, everything will be done in the strictest of confidence and with compassion and understanding. You have nothing to be feeling guilty or scared about.”
The words penetrated Duo's mind and he knew what the officer said was true, but Duo couldn't bring himself to go to the hospital and be humiliated in front of doctors and people he didn't know. “I can't,” he whispered. “Heero, I can't.”
Heero was torn in two. On one hand he really wanted and needed his lover to accept the medical treatment. On the other hand he didn't want to force his lover into something that he was clearly terrified of.
“Is there a doctor or medical person he trusts?” Sergeant Williams asked.
Sally! Of course. Heero nodded when his brain kicked into gear and provided him with Duo's doctor's name. “Doctor Sally Po,” he said in a whisper. Turning his attention back to Duo, Heero moved a little so he could see his lover's face. His heart broke all over again at the look of utter desolation on Duo's handsome features. “Duo, would you let Doctor Po examine and treat you if I call her? I can see if she will meet us at the hospital.”
Duo blinked and wrapped his mind around Heero's words. He shook his head. “No, no hospital,” he whispered.
“If I can get Doctor Po to come here, would you let her treat you?” Heero tried again.
Common sense and logic warred with the guilt and shame, Duo knowing instinctively that none of this was his fault, but unable to convince his mind of that fact. He knew Sally Po quite well, trusted her; if anyone would be able to help him it would be her. “Okay, I'll see Sally, but here, not at the hospital,” he finally relented.
Heero breathed a big sigh of relief and hugged Duo tighter. Turning his eyes to the sergeant, he saw that the officer had heard Duo's reply.
“Mr. Yuy, if you could remain here for the moment with Doctor Maxwell I will speak with my constable and let you know what we plan to do.”
“Okay.”
The sergeant located the constable and conferred with the other officer for a minute or two. Just as they were finishing their conversation the sounds of a vehicle could be heard coming down the driveway. Wufei slipped out to see who it was and came back to let them all know that the ambulance had arrived.
Williams sent the constable out to brief the ambulance officers whilst he explained what they planned to do to Heero and Duo.
“Constable Henry will go to the hospital and let the doctors there know what has occurred and ask for a complete report from them once they have finished their examination of the perpetrator. I will remain here with you and once the ambulance has departed I'd like to take your partner up to the house so we can contact his doctor and have her come out to treat him. Whilst that is happening I'll take a statement from Mr. Chang and I assume the lady is his wife?” Heero nodded. “I'll take a statement from her too. Then they will be free to leave. I'll need to know if there are any other witnesses as well as they will need to give statements. I'll have the doctor fill out a detailed report once she's finished her examinations and treatment.”
“What about mine and Duo's statements?” Heero asked.
“I think we can leave those until tomorrow, Mr. Yuy,” the sergeant smiled.
“Thank you.”
Whilst the sergeant had been speaking with Heero, the constable had taken the paramedics through to the drug room where they had commenced basic treatment on Stefan, enough to stabilize him for the trip to the hospital. Wufei had kept a silent vigil from the door of the drug room.
Stefan had started to return to consciousness and wished he hadn't. He hurt from head to toe and desperately tried to clear his aching head and remember what had happened. A paramedic flashed a light across his eyes and he winced. “Wha-?”
“It's okay, Mr. Graves. Don't try to talk yet. You've experienced several injuries and we are about to transport you through to Salsbury Memorial Hospital. Once the doctors have treated you the police would like to speak with you and you can ask all the questions you want then.” Without giving Stefan the chance to protest any further, the paramedic slipped a needle into the vein and injected a strong painkiller along with a mild sedative.
“All set?” the other paramedic asked.
“Yeah, let's get him into the wagon and through to ER.” Stefan was placed on the gurney and wheeled out of the drug room to the back of the waiting ambulance. Heero kept Duo's head tucked firmly against his shoulder so the vet wouldn't have to see the bloody mess that was the man that had done this to him.
Within five minutes the ambulance had left, Constable Henry following in the patrol car; he would return once he'd finished at the hospital. Sergeant Williams let Wufei know what was happening and that he would require his and Meiran's statements whilst Duo was being attended to. With the ambulance gone, Heero managed to coax Duo to his feet and half carrying his partner, they walked from the stables to Duo's cottage.
Once inside the cottage Smokey was all set to pounce on her masters, but changed her mind once they entered the kitchen. Her feline sense told her there was something seriously wrong and so she opted to simply rub her cheek against her masters' legs to let them know she was there.
Meiran immediately set the kettle on to boil and rinsed through the mugs from earlier. Heero managed to get Duo into a chair and promising his lover he would only be a moment, he left Wufei to watch over him whilst he went through to make his call to Sally.
Heero was lucky, Sally was just finishing up at the surgery and the receptionist put his call through directly to the doctor. Explaining briefly what had transpired and Duo's reluctance to go to the hospital for treatment, he asked the burning question.
Doctor Po was horrified when she heard what had happened and promised she would be out to treat Duo as soon as she grabbed the necessary medical supplies. Relief flooded Heero with the doctor's words and he hung up the phone feeling a little more comforted.
Back in the kitchen, Meiran had made everyone a cup of tea whether they wanted it or not. She needed to keep busy and it was in her nature to look after those around her when something bad happened. Heero thought she would make an excellent mother. Wufei had remained beside Duo during Heero's absence and with a nod to the rider he gave up that position, sitting down across the table from Duo.
Duo was vainly trying to get himself back under control. He knew he had to let Sally check and treat him, that the doctor would need to confirm the fact that he'd been raped; but that didn't ease his mind any. The guilt, humiliation and shame were all that he could feel right now. Another mug of hot tea was pressed into his hands and he looked up to see Meiran's warm eyes looking at him.
“Drink it, Duo. It will help a bit,” she said in a motherly tone.
She reminded Duo of Quatre in some ways and that thought had him feeling just a little better. Obediently he took the mug and sipped from it.
“Would you happen to have a note pad or some spare paper at all?” Sergeant Williams asked Heero. “I need to take statements and I completely forgot to get my file from the patrol car when Henry left.” The police officer gave Heero a sheepish smile.
“Of course,” Heero replied. “I'll get you some.” Heero disappeared into the lounge for a moment, returning with a large writing pad and passing it over to the sergeant.
“Thank you. If it would make things easier I can take the statements in the other room?”
Knowing what the officer meant with his words, Heero thought it would probably be better if he did do his questioning in the lounge rather than here in the kitchen where Duo would be able to hear it all and thus relive his nightmare again. “That would be acceptable given the circumstances.”
“Mr. Chang? Would you mind coming with me, please?”
Wufei and the sergeant disappeared into the lounge room leaving Heero, Duo and Meiran in the kitchen. Smokey decided her masters needed cheering up and it was up to her to do so. Seeing Duo's lap was available, she jumped up onto the vet's knees and did her best to rub her cheek against his chest.
The sudden weight in his lap had Duo tensing, the bile rising in his throat. A pair of warm arms encircled his shoulders, a soft voice permeated through the panic in his mind.
“It's only Smokey, Duo. I can remove her if you wish.”
“S- Smokey?” Duo blinked and registered the cat that was doing her damnedest to purr and rub against him. Instinctively his hands reached out and grabbed hold of the cat, pulling her tightly against his chest and burying his face in her warm fur.
Smokey suffered the tight hold with dignity, purring louder and letting her human cuddle her as close as he wanted. She could tell he was hurting and seemed to be taking comfort from her presence and that was fine with her.
“What a lovely cat,” Meiran stated. “How did you manage to find such a beautiful animal?” she asked. Meiran thought if she could turn the focus away from Duo and what he'd just gone through, even for a few minutes, it might help the vet a little. It couldn't hurt to try.
It was Heero that answered her, Duo was too absorbed in cuddling Smokey. The rider explained how he'd found the shivering bundle outside the stables a few years ago, almost dead from exposure and starvation. His voice warmed as he told the woman how Duo had treated her and nursed her back to health, the advertisements they had placed in regards to her being found, the nervous wait to see if she was claimed and the ultimate joy of taking ownership when no one came forward.
During Heero's explanation, Duo began to relax a little more. Smokey's purring, the warmth and familiarity of her furry body along with the soothing drone of Heero's voice did wonders to appease his frayed nerves.
Unfortunately it couldn't last.
Just as Heero was finishing his tale, the sound of a car pulling in at the back of the cottage was heard and Heero got up to see who it was.
“Sally is here,” he announced quietly.
All of Duo's recovered confidence flew out the window.
~ * ~
tbc...
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