Needless to say, I do not own these characters.

Summary: Minako and Rei have become estranged from one another since they graduated from college a year ago. Minkao has been successful as an idol, and has been trying to work more behind the scenes. Rei has been in law school, and is rebuilding her relationship with her father. As Minako is both trying to escape her thoughts and relive old memories of a very sensual kiss, she has a chance encounter with her old friend and flame.

Chapter 1

Aino Minako had become a popular name in many mouths, except the one who she really wanted. Pop star and songwriter, the newly famous Minako was known for her talents, her music, and her beauty. What more could a woman want? She was 23, her career had taken off like a rocket, and she even had a boyfriend. Although that last bit, about the boyfriend, she was less enthusiastic about.

'I'm glad that I have the day off, but what should I do? It's days like this that I can't stop thinking about her...'

Flashback – One year ago

"Rei! We are done! Finally, we are college grads! No more school!" Minako said with more excitement than she could contain. Graduation was a perfectly good reason to be thrilled, but she had something even more special planned for today. Today she would take the chance she had longed for.

"Ha! You mean no more school for you, Ms. Up-and-coming pop star! I've got another three years to get my law degree!" Rei chided, as she smiled.

"Doesn't mean we can't celebrate! Besides, you're not a student again for another three months, so I wasn't completely incorrect!"

Rei knew that Minako wasn't going to let their graduation go without something to remember it by. Minako, Rei, Ami, Makoto, and even Usagi had all managed to graduate in the same semester. (Of course, Ami had easily finished a dual major in the same time frame, but who was counting?) The girls did not have long before the adult world sucked them in, and more responsibilities would befall them.

After a good night of dancing, a few drinks, and endless laughter, Ami and Makoto said thank you and made their way home. Mamoru picked up his fiancée, as Usagi was a little more intoxicated than the rest. Minako expected the night to go as such, and she smiled and asked, "Rei, if you are not too tired, could we go for a drive and watch the sunrise?"

Rei felt her heart jump, and wanted to scream, 'of course!' However, she grinned and responded in her typical fashion, "I don't suppose I have much of a choice, do I?" She could never resist that smile, so it was the truth, even if it didn't come out right.

The raven-haired beauty drove the golden goddess to their destination, windows down filling the car with the scent of the sea. "I love that smell, it lets you know you're getting closer…" mused Minako. Rei parked the car, and pulled out a large blanket that was perfect for the occasion. "I think right here would be perfect," Minako smiled, as she couldn't believe just how wonderful the night was going.

As they sat down, Minako moved closer to rest her head on Rei's shoulder. The miko could feel her heart beat faster, 'Part of me wishes she wasn't so close, but this feels so natural…' Minako laced her fingers into Rei's, and looked into the violet eyes. Rei could feel her will weaken as Minako whispered, "I haven't give you your present yet. Close your eyes Reiko…" Obeying without knowing why, Rei closed her eyes and felt her head tilt slightly as though her body knew just what to do. She felt soft lips against her own, feeling that they could melt into one. Minako glided her tongue along Rei's lips, with a sweetness that was demanding to be let into the mouth she had long wanted to explore. Rei's body moved again without her mind, as she responded to Minako's tongue with her own. The two women entered into a passionate kiss that neither would have broken free of, save for the need of oxygen. Both were breathing heavily, looking at each other. End Flashback.

'I'm glad he's working today…this whole boyfriend thing is not wearing well on me…' Minako wasn't sure where her life was taking her, but she had a feeling that her "relationship" would be over quickly. She sighed, as she packed her bags for the beach. Minako knew that the memories would come flooding back. Of course, she couldn't go to the same place… a private beach at the posh hotel would have to do.

Minako checked into the hotel, and made her way down to the beach. The weather was perfect; a gentle breeze blew as the sun kissed her skin. As the waves crashed down, the thoughts ran like well-scheduled trains through the pop star's mind. 'I'm sure she's got her classes today…law school has kept her busy…and things just happened so fast with my music…it's been months since I saw her.' Minako mused over this, and other feelings flooded her brain. She wondered if her raven-haired woman was making new friends…if she had found someone who was more than a friend.

"Ugh! I need a drink!" Minako exclaimed aloud, causing a few to look her way. She went to the tiki bar, and ordered an ice-cold mango mojito. The bartender smiled and quickly created the much-needed beverage.

"Early afternoon, it's it a bit early for a drink, isn't it, Aino-san?" questioned a voice from behind.

"And who asked…" Minako was about to finish her retort when she realized that voice sounded too familiar. As the idol turned around, she felt her heart beat in her throat. It was her. Swallowing her excitement and nervousness Minako completed her words, "Well, I should have known it would be you. Who else would greet me with their opinion first, and a smile after?"

A/N: My first fanfic! Please read and review J