Disclaimer : I don't own the characters, sadly enough but I do own this plot so I guess that makes up for it...I hope!

Hi everybody! Haha yes yes I know. I still have some other stories to finish first but I started typing and I couldn't stop at some point and tadaa a new story created. I'll work hard to keep updating on 'the cry of a rose' , 'say hello' and this one. About my other story called 'love lessons', well I got the chapter done but my computer crashed again and I lost the file (my pc is a wreck!) I'll try to type it again but it might take some time. Until then I hope you'll enjoy this story!


The mysterious Play

Chapter one

First Encounter


Michiru and her best friend Taiki were walking down the school hall. Both had just gotten their grades on the math quiz they had last week. Ofcourse it was no suprise to see that they both, along with a girl named Ami Mizuno, had the highest grades in class or from the whole school to be more exact. Suddenly the brunette stood still causing the other to stop as well.''Is something the matter Taiki?'' Michiru asked concerned.

Taiki gazed down at her shorter friend.''I'm worried about you actually.'' She started.''Even since you started to hang out with that Rei Hino and Minako Aino you changed. And I don't mean in a good way. You know you could get yourself in trouble around them. Last week they talked you into skipping class to get drunk with them and yesterday you almost knocked the teeth out of Takei's mouth for making a comment about you and your sexual preference.''

The smaller girl smiled at her friend's concern.''You shouldn't worry Taiki, you know me better than that. Besides my behaviour doesn't have anything to do with Rei or Minako. I just got tired of being seen as the small and lovely, shy girl around here. Everyone assumes they can mock me without getting a comment back from my side. It's time they found out i'm not a doormat.''

''No one thinks that Michi, besides what does that have to do with you skipping classes and getting drunk enough to almost end up in bed with Rei, which in my opinion is exactly what she's after.'' The brunette stated, glaring at Rei from across the hall. She could already see Rei ending her conversation with the people she was talking with as she started to head into Michiru's and Taiki's direction.

''Don't be so silly Taiki, Rei isn't like that. Besides she isn't even a lesbian and i'm not stupid enough to hop into bed with the first one to...'' She stopped talking when she also noticed the raven haired girl that walked up to them with a smile on her face.

''Hey Michi!'' She said with a happy tone in her voice, then she looked at Taiki.''Oh and hello Taiki.'' She said a lot less interested.With that she turned back to face Michiru. ''Listen Michi, Minako and I made up an awesome plan. You remember how I told you about this girl Yaten who Minako liked?'' She asked, earning a nod from Michiru. ''Well Yaten was talking in class today and she couldn't stop talking about a necklace called de blauwe wraak, I think it means something like the blue revenge in a old language.''

Taiki rolled her eyes, she knew for one that Yaten had no intention with dating girls like Minako, especially not girls like Minako. Yaten was her sister and simply loved to be left alone to spend her time reading poetry. It made Taiki wonder why Minako would like her, after all Minako was quite different from Yaten. She was popular, loud and the head of the cheerleaders. She could atleast think of a handful reasons for Minako and Yaten not to ever start dating.

''Anyway...'' Rei went on.''I looked on the internet and I found out that there's only one of those necklaces in the whole world and you must share my shock when I tell you it's here in Japan. Actually to be more exact, here in Tokyo.''

''You want to buy it?'' Michiru asked confused.''I mean buying it...won't that necklace be really expensive if there's only one made?'' The raven haired girl nodded as an evil glint appeared in her eye. Ofcourse only Taiki noticed this.

''It's not for sale, anymore. You ever heard of Yuu Tenoh?''

Michiru nodded.''Yes her daughter was arrested recently for beating a cop which she claimed was corrupt and tried to rape her, right?'' Rei nodded.

''Well her mother used to be married to a famous racer and when he died she continued living here in Tokyo in their old house. He had given his wife the necklace before he died. Atleast that's what the story tells.''

''But if this Yuu woman owns the necklace then why are you so interested, it's obvious that she won't give it to you no matter what price you name.'' The aqua haired girl stated, still not getting the true intentions behind Rei's little word game.

''Don't you get it, she wants to steal it.'' Taiki suddenly said. Once again she was a little bit ahead of Michiru's thoughts. The smaller girl gazed up in shock, looking directly into Rei's eyes.

''Is that really what you were trying to...'' She was cut off by the raven haired girl.

''Yep, I know Yuu won't give it to us so we'll take it by force. After all if this is for Minako to win the heart of the one she truly loves, then why not help out a friend?'' Rei asked.

''Because...'' The brunette started.''Because that necklace was giving to her by her husband before he died. It has an emotional...'' Once again Rei cut her off.

''I wasn't asking you, listen Michiru, me and Minako are going to steal it tomorrow evening. We know from a secret source that Yuu won't be home tomorrow and since her daughter still is in jail we'll have...ah let's just say it would be the same as stealing candy from a baby.''

Michiru shook her head.''I'm not going to help Rei if that's what you are asking. Taiki is right, we have no right to steal something from someone which obviously means a lot to the person. That's plain cruel.''

''You shouldn't listen to Taiki, come on Michi, we'll only steal it for Minako to show off to Yaten and then we'll return it before it'll be missed.See it as borrowing it without asking.''

''That's the same as stealing and not returning it.'' Taiki hissed.''And what will happen when they do notice that the necklace is gone and if the police traces you down which ofcourse will be a easy thing to do since you and Minako are brainless failures?'' Rei smacked Taiki's arm before focussing on Michiru again.

''Please help us Michi, we can't do it without you besides you've been following those crime series ever since...well I don't know how long but I know you're pretty obsessed with them. You can easily get us in and out without getting caught.''

''Don't ask something like that from me.'' Michiru begged. She wanted to help Rei to be honest, only to feel the thrill of doing something like that but on the other hand she found it a crazed idea to just go and steal stuff from other people. This Yuu woman had done nothing to them, they had no right.

''I wouldn't be asking you if I knew this was just a simple crush but I know that Minako truly is in love with Yaten. If you won't do it for me or her then do it in the name of love.'' The raven haired girl begged causing Taiki to shake her head, looking at Michiru as she did so. From the looks on her friend's face she knew that Rei had won. Michiru would eventually give in and help Rei.

''Okay fine, but if we get caught you have to promise me that you'll take the full blame.'' Michiru said, she couldn't believe that she had done it and by the looks on Taiki's face she was kind of disappointed of herself. Maybe Taiki had been right and Rei had influenced her behaviour more than she'd like to admit.

''Great, you're the best! Meet us after school at Minako's place!'' And before Michiru could say something Rei hugged her and run off, leaving Michiru and Taiki behind. Both with different thoughts on their mind concerning the same subject.

''Isn't this going a bit too far?'' Taiki asked when Rei was out of sight.''I mean..Even for you this is low. Stealing from a poor woman. Well i'm sure she's not really poor but yet money won't get her that necklace back, besides their reasons are completely rubbish! Stealing a necklace in order to hit on my sister, that's stupid. Everyone knows that Yaten isn't interested in dating...''

''Taiki, I already promised Rei I would help and you know I always stick to my promises.'' Michiru said, feeling sad because of her friend's disappointment in her. She knew that stealing wasn't the right thing to do and she knew what could happen when they would get caught and yet, yet she chose to help. Why? She had no idea, maybe the devil inside of her was screaming for excitement and adventure or maybe it were her hormones to blame, she really didn't know but she knew that she couldn't turn back now. She would never admit it to Taiki but she was afraid of Minako and Rei, they were really powerful and popular around the school. They could turn the whole school against her.

It wasn't like they were mean people, during these past few weeks Michiru had gotten to know Minako and Rei and they were really nice people to hang with. Sometimes they had the wrong motivations, sure...But who hasn't? Maybe it was just Taiki's opinion that was clouding her judgement. All she heard from Taiki was negative things about her friends.

''Listen Michi, I got english class now and if I'm correct you should be heading for art class now, so what about seeing eachother tomorrow before school eh? We can talk about this then.'' Michiru nodded and without any other words to be spoken Taiki's and her ways parted as they each walked into a different direction.

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Right after school Michiru went straight ahead for work. Ever since she had run away from home she had lived all by herself. And ofcourse it was no suprise that she also had to work in order to keep some food on the table and to pay for school. She had been lucky with the fact her parents were rich. She had been able to 'borrow' some money from them that was just enough to pay the rent of the small appartment she was renting and to pay for the school until the end of this year. But about her runing away, that was a different story.

After a small five minute walk Michiru arrived at the local supermarket. She worked here for two months now. Taiki also worked here, there actually only worked three girls here from Michiru's age. Taiki, Michiru self and a pink haired girl named Himeko and there was ofcourse the manager who kept checking on them. Ah but don't get me wrong, Michiru adored the manager. Ever since he found out that she lived all by herself he had decided to help her out a bit. At the end of the day he always invited her over to his house so she could dine with him and his wife.

Michiru didn't always accept that invitation though since she didn't want to be a bother to the man and his wife. She took a deep breath before stepping into the store. She tried to forget about tomorrow night but that had been in vain.

''Good afternoon Michiru!'' Himeko's cheerful voice came as she handed Michiru a box filled with groceries.''Would you mind helping me out with stacking shelfs?'' She then asked.

''No ofcourse not.'' Michiru replied, taking the box in her hands as she followed Himeko to the empty shelfs.''So how was school today, you were here before me, that's rare to see. Most of the time you're too late.''

The pink haired girl giggled.''You've noticed. No, classes got cancelled today. Some jerks threw fireworks into the chemistry class room. Police and stuff are checking if there weren't any dangerous gasses...something. I don't exactly remember what the teacher told us. She always uses words that I don't get.''

''Aha, did they get the kids who did it?'' Himeko shook her head.

''Nope but I already know who it were anyway. Remember those guys I told you about, who named themselfs ''the blood rippers'' something?'' Once again Michiru only nodded.''Well I saw them the other day, harassing an old woman and scaring the hell out of her by throwing explosive stuff towards her. Nothing dangerous ofcourse but that wasn't what the old woman thought. One of those gang members is Hikayi, he's a genius! He always had straight A's when it comes to subjects as Chemistry, fysics and maths. I'm sure he created that mess.''

''Too bad his brains got wasted to such a stupid thing.'' Michiru mentioned.

'' Yeah tell me about it, I'd kill to be smart. Uhm, talking about smart people, where's Taiki? Didn't she come with you today?''

Michiru shook her head.''Neh, she had an appointment with the docter today. She didn't tell me about what though.''

''Maybe she is pregnant after having not so save sex!'' Himeko yelped a bit too loud because the moment she had said it Michiru and the pink haired girl realised someone was already waiting at the cash desk to pay for his groceries. It was a tall blonde man who looked familiar to both Michiru and Himeko. They just couldn't make up who he was just yet.

''I'll go and help him.'' Michiru said as she walked over to the cash desk. She smiled friendly at the man who didn't do anything but place some money on the counter. 'Someone woke up on the wrong side of the bed.' Michiru joked to herself as she started to settle up the groceries.''That'll be...''

''Keep the change.'' The man stated, interrupting the aqua haired , pointing at the money on the counter.

'Rude bastard.' Michiru just kept a polite smile on her face as she handed the man his groceries and watched him walk out of the store.''Rude...'' She now said out loud.

''Oh my god!'' Himeko yelled, running up to her friend.''Do you know who that was?''

''A rude son of a...'' Came the reply.

''No! At first I couldn't see it either but then I realised that..''

''Just tell me who it is already!''

Himeko sweatdropped.''Alright, alright. That was Haruka Tenoh, the daughter of Yuu Tenoh. You know that racer!''

''I thought she was in jail.'' Michiru said.

''Ah don't you watch the news Michi! She got released today.'' Himeko stated, shaking her head as if Michiru had just asked her the dumbest question ever.

''Mhh well I think she lost her mood somewhere in court of prison then because I can't see why all girls like her. Rude, I tell you.'' After saying that Michiru drifted off to her world of thought again. Maybe this was a sign, a warning for her not to continue with Rei's little plan. She could always back out of it, right? Michiru shook her head. Ofcourse she couldn't. This was atleast the tenth time she had thought of this option.

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The next morning there obviously hung a certain tension around the school. Everyone had noticed it but most of them weren't quite sure where it came from. Taiki on the other hand was fully aware of the reason for the sudden tension among the students. Word had already spred the school about Michiru, Rei and Minako breaking into The Tenoh residence.

''Yaten, they are doing it because Minako wants to get you into her bed.'' Seiya told the silver haired woman who rolled her eyes. Last night Taiki had informed both her sisters about the whole necklace thing. Yaten hadn't really listened to what Taiki told them but Seiya on the other hand was just as worried about the three girls well being. Especially Michiru's.

''So what? It's their problem if they get arrested. Minako is stupid to believe that she'll win my heart over by stealing something.'' Yaten muttered as she sat down on a bench that stood in front of the school. They still had some time before the first bell would ring and class would start.''Listen...'' She started again.''If you two are expecting me to tell Minako to not go through with their plan, well my dear sisters you two are sadly mistaken. I don't care about them falling into a hole called corruption.''

Taiki rolled her eyes, at this point she wanted to strangle her silver haired sister. How could she be so careless? Then again Yaten had never really cared about other people but that didn't give her reason enough to just watch people make mistakes without trying to stop them.''I know what you're thinking.'' Yaten said, looking up at the brunette with an annoyed look on her face and ran her hand through her hair.''I'm not watching them making a mistake, I have nothing to do with it and I never will either. What can they possibly say when they get caught eh? 'Sorry mr. Police officer but if you want to blame anyone blame Yaten Kou because she's the reason we're doing this.' Because a freaking silly crush?''

''You know.''Seiya started.''Yaten the whole world isn't about you. This time it's about Rei, Minako and Michiru. Besides Yaten's words made me realise something...Taiki don't you think their motivations are a bit, weak?''

''What am I not a good motive anymore?'' Yaten joked and leaned back against the bench.

''Ha-ha very funny. I'm serious, who would risk getting arrested just because of a crush?'' Seiya went on, ignoring her annoying sister.''You know that neither Rei nor Minako are stupid enough for that. As for Michiru, she's just following them as a wounded puppy.''

Taiki was trying as hard as she could to keep her temper under control.''Michiru isn't like that so don't talk about her like that. Besides she's only doing this because she wants to prove everyone she isn't a shy little girl.'' Taiki lied even though she knew the truth. She would never admit to Seiya's words. And just when she was about to go on talking suddenly a brunette popped up out of the blue.

It was Makoto Kino, she was in some of Taiki's classes, they never really talked to eachother simply because they didn't have the time to do so. Makoto was one of the feared girls in school because of her strenght and height. Taiki on the other hand never was the type to judge before having talked to someone propery though she had to admit that one of the main reasons she had never talked to Makoto was because she secretly feared the girl as well.

Seiya studied Makoto as well. She wasn't much taller than Taiki. The look on her face was serious yet sincere as if something was bothering her. She couldn't have been more right. Next to her she could hear Taiki ask Makoto if something was the matter. In reply Makoto had nodded.''Almost half the school knows about how Minako, Rei and Michiru are going to steal that necklace or bracelet, whatever it is...''

''There we go again...'' Yaten said, rolling her eyes.

''Actually Yaten..'' Makoto started but decided not to start an argument with the woman who still sat on the bench.''I've heard that Taiki and Michiru are pretty close so I came her to warn you that Rei and Minako aren't up to really stealing the necklace, they want to get rid of Michiru. They already warned the police about Michiru breaking into Yuu Tenoh's residence tonight.''

Taiki clenched her fists. She knew Rei and Minako had been up to something else. Seiya also put up a proud smile since she had guessed about this just a while before. But the only question now was, why did they want to do that to Michiru? As if reading their thoughts Makoto explained what she had heard. She had walked into Rei talking with Minako in the girls locker room and overheard their conversation about Minako being in love with a certain guy who didn't like her because he only had eyes for Michiru.

The black haired girl wanted to open her mouth to make a comment about Michiru being too naive but was stopped by a voice that came from behind them. Michiru's voice. She sounded as cheerful as always though, if you listened closely, you could hear the almost perfectly hidden nervousness.''Hey you guys!'' She said, looking at the four girls. Suddenly her smile faded when she noticed Yaten's unusual stare and Makoto's presence.''Hi Makoto...'' She said with a sweet tone in her voice that held a questioning tone as well.

To be continued...


Next chapter : Chapter two, Second encounter --

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''You'd be a fool to continue this action, the police is waiting for you inside already.''

''Who are you?''

''And I thought you'd remember me, we met in your little store the other day. I remember that when I walked out of the store you muttered something that sounded like 'rude' does that ring a bell?''

''Haruka, Haruka Tenoh.'' Came the reply.

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