(ahahah -- erm, pardon)
I tend to compile all my notes in these pages, so guys better listen, and pardon the occasional versions.

 

Hello again guys. This gal has returned with another 'author's note,' this time to clarify some mixed up things. I know I have neglected to explain some facts, and you would admit that there are many factors that may have confused you. Well, here they are.

Wufei's Gundam

When I has started the fanfic, my only basis was the knowledge that the guys had sent their Gundams to the sun, all save for Wufei. I had written about up to part four or five by then, and everything was abruptly halted when I stumbled upon an Endless Waltz summary (sadly, my VCD's are only limited to two episodes, without translations, mind you). And heck, all of their Gundams are gone, what would happen to this fanfic? But I knew I had to move on, and thus edited parts of the former story. But I could not remove Wufei's possession of his Gundam, because this fact plays a very vital role in the future, and the guys need the assurance of the presence of a familiar mecha, that is, the Gundam. They might have to refer to it in the future. I had hoped no one would notice, but a review in fanfiction.net indicated otherwise (thanks! ^.^), and I'm glad anyway to get to explain this to you. I acknowledge the truth that Wufei's Gundam is supposed to be gone.

The Language and Slang Words

 The German Thing

In my story, I'm sure most of you have more or less stumbled on Hilde's angry, heavily accented words. And I guess you guys are probably confused about some of them. I have forgotten to give a key to understand her words. This guide would really help you, especially on reading future chapters.

As a pre-note, I admit that I'm not even sure if my German phrases and words are right. I only get what I have from freetranslations.com and a couple of weeks' experience in Switzerland, which is mainly a German-speaking nation. Feel free to correct me if you feel it is necessary. I have written down words as they are pronounced in German for effect.

- PRONUNCIATION

Germans usually replace:
W's with V's,
V's with F's
--when they pronounce words. Likewise, they pronounce the letter Z as TS. And 'er' is somewhat said as 'a' (for example, if a man's name is Schneider, it is pronounced as 'Schneida'). Some T's are silenced (you won't here the 'T' in 'cannot').

Hence, "Look, mon, if you cinna stop, I vould hafta hit ye. And by Deutschland, I vould enjoy it--so help me now and leaf yer 'comments' fer later."
Means, "Look, man, if you cannot stop, I would have to hit you. And by Deutschland, I would enjoy doing it--so help me now and leave your 'comments' for later.

- WORDS AND PHRASES

* From Part 4: "Ich bin Hilde Schbeiker, kein Heidi Van Schnell." - I am Hilde Schbeiker, not Heidi Van Schnell."
* From Part 7: "Sie sind ein Narr." - You are a fool
                     "Danke" - German for "Thank You."

Therefore,
Augen - Eyes (you will see this in the future)
Bier - Beer (Ich mag Bier - I like beer)
Geld - Money
Große - Large/Great (Sometimes used as 'Oh great!')
Halt - Stop
Hund - Dog (Hilde uses this to insult some men)
Mädchen - Girl
Mutter - Mother
Narr - Fool
Katze - Cat
Schatz - this directly translates to 'treasure.' Germans use this as a term of endearment, much like 'sweetheart,' or 'darling.'
Schönheit - Beauty (Hilde would use this sometimes as an expression, think 'Oh goody' said in a dry fashion)

I hope that cleared up some things. It won't be hard to get their meaning due to context clues in the sentences actually. But, just to be sure, I hope you read them.

The Japanese Words

I'm sure you're all used to this. These are taken from Dot's Japanese 101:

Arigatou - Thank you
Gomen - Sorry (+Nasai - very)
Onegai - Please

Hai - Yes
Iie- No

Kisama - don't ask, a very bad word (I won't be using it again, I thought it was like 'Shimatta' but I was very, very wrong)
Kuso - Damn (OK guys, curses will slowly dissolve sooner in the story. No need for them, they don't do anything good)
Masaka - Impossible (or: You don't say! No way! Can it be?)
Matte - Wait, slow down
Ne - Placed at the end of a sentence means, 'Right?' (Confirmation
Shimatta - Drat (or: Darn! Oh no!)
Yamero or Dame - Stop (abrupt command form, also yamete)

Anata - You (when a woman says this to a male loved one/husband means 'darling.')
Sensei - Teacher

In The Future

I guess I made a slight mistake in naming Part 7b as it is. It would be easier if I had named it part 8... it could stand alone on itself. But aside from this, I will be adding an interlude after the real part 8 or 9, depending on how long it would be. In the Arms of Destruction, Interlude One: Of Dreams and Death is my version of Duo and Hilde's story before this fanfic ever happened. This take will be quite different, since it will include not only Duo and Hilde, but seven more adorably protective and unique men. I'm taking the opportunity to include Howard and the other Sweepers. But now, I realize that it seems to be getting too long, and could take up to forty pages so I might have to split it up.

I guess this story (In the Arms of Destruction) is taking more than I have expected. I didn't plan to exceed past ten chapters now I seem to go on to up to sixteen. I'm not sure. And with my slow progress and busy classes, I only pray and hope to finish it.

I now promise, no lemons, kay?

Aside from the one above, I will make a prequel to this, a story involving Relena Darlian and her so-called new flame. It might sound mediocre now but I -am- excited, mainly because I like the guy so much. Jonathan 'Ethan' Boudreaux came into Relena Peacecraft's life and shattered it. His known differences from her ideals and his mysterious personality confused her. Intelligent and street smart at the same time, this handsome heir had been the intrigue of the society. And his righteous arrogance and witty, domineering words warned her, and yet attracted her just the same. But she soon discovers that this 'President's son' wasn't any airy aristocrat, but an illegitimate son whose bastard life experiences and values will soon drastically affect her own life. Watch for it, okay?

Calling All Fan artists!

Can you guys do me a favor and draw some pictures? I hardly find good alternate- pairing pictures in the net and that, well, sucks. I can't use any pics to create more graphics. If you really could, please send them to me. It would really help, a lot.

...And Authors!

If you have anything you'd like me to post or review, email me at hannah@predlinux.info.com.ph okay? I would really appreciate seeing your works. (I don't mean alternate pairings only -- I mean all)

Finally, Thanks

I would like to thank (oh heck, I sound like an Academy Award winner, haha) Ashley, first of all, for putting up this fic at her site (visit it! -pardon, I love plugging the site, http://www.envy.nu/tasukigirl) The Alternate Universe. I'd like to thank Sabacat too, for the support, comments, and for working such a wonderful site. Then I would like to thank Lady N, whose comments boosted my ego--er, scratch that, I meant, inspired me to work harder. And also for all of the guys who reviewed my fic at fanfiction.net. You guys are the reason this fic exists! I would like to extend my thanks to Anime Princess, and to Dante (I'm sorry I wasn't able to reply) for his great words, who, in my laziness and at the height of my Writer's Block, made me continue writing.

Thank you very much, guys! Smile and pray to God!

  
Annabelle
April 17, 2k1

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