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Notes: Hey you guys! This my second U/S fic, I hope you like it. If you haven't read my first, Dirty Little Secret, check it out. I'm very proud of it. And just to let you know, this is strictly an Usagi/Seiya fic. She isn't attracted to other people romantically in this chapter... just stating this to assure you that the friendliness is just that.

Posted 4/22/06

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If You'll Be My Bodyguard

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Summary: Usagi Tsukino is the President's daughter. When she is nearly kidnapped, her father immediately hires a personal bodyguard to protect her-the best in the business. His name? Seiya Kou.

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Chapter One: A Mischievous Girl

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"But dad-"

"I said NO!"

"You always say no!"

"Maybe it's because you're behavior is becoming more abominable every day!"

"Ever since you got elected you haven't let me do anything by myself! I haven't left this house in... three freakin' days!" She was fuming. This man was going to be the end of her. She would bleed to death after ripping out her hair and creating massive wounds.

"It's because you snuck out again, Usagi. And don't you talk to me that way! I am your father, and I have the right to discipline you as I see fit."

"But dad-"

"Usagi! You keep putting yourself in danger like this! There's been a crime increase in the last month after some gang war broke out downtown, and it's still simmering down. Innocent citizens are being hurt. We've gotten rid of any immediate threats, but there's still danger out there! You can't just go wandering off on your own."

"I'm nineteen years old, I can make my own decisions! I am an adult now! You used to let me go places! All I did was go out with Mina to see a movie!"

"It doesn't matter. You told me you were going to take a long bath. And I believed you. But you snuck out! What kind of trust do you think I have in you now? I've known Minako since she was three, and she's always been like this. But, then again, so have you, but you have to change now."

"DAD..."

"Enough. You will not leave this house for the rest of the week. I am not lifting my punishment. You are still grounded, and now for the weekend as well. Hopefully this will show you... come back here, Usagi! Don't you walk away from me!"

She stormed out of the room, not paying attention to her father's cries. Infuriating man, she thought. He thinks that I'm a rebel, just look at Minako! She got me to go in the first place. Some best friend... oh well, I love her anyway, the twit. The fun is worth it, his lectures don't get me down anymore. Man, I thought the summer before my junior year of college would be a blast... it's barely started and he's already like this!

Usagi Tsukino was the daughter of Ikuko and Kenji Tsukino, the latter of which having been elected as President three years ago. His daughter hadn't exactly been thrilled with her life for the three previous years, and was rather pissed off that her father might run for a second term. It may have sounded mean, but she kind of hoped he would lose if he ran again. First, because he never had time for family anymore, and second, because...

He never lets me do anything! And, actually, it was true. Usagi was not a snobby, conceited, spoiled child. Her father had just become too controlling when he was elected. Usagi was a good kid, and didn't ask for much. She hadn't gotten along with her father very well since she had entered college, though mostly when he became President.

Usagi walked to her room, giving the single Secret Service member standing outside her door a brief smile for politeness, then entered her room and closed the door after her. Once the door was closed, she let out a great "humph" and plopped down on her king-size bed. She looked out the window at the sunset, and enjoyed its beauty for a moment, before she heard a noise.

It was her cell phone going off, and she knew that ringtone. The cheery tune signified that none other than her best friend, Minako Aino (whom Usagi had called Mina since she had first met her when they were three), was calling. She sighed and flipped open the small phone.

"Hey, Mina, what's going on?"

"I'll get to that in a second. First, I want to know what your dad said about last night."

"Oh, Gods, Mina. He's just so frustrating sometimes. I know I'm still young and all, but I'm old enough to go to the movies with my best friend without a dozen men in black following me around."

"True... but hey, at least they're young and buff. And you're friends with them-at least the ones assigned to you most often. I wouldn't mind too much if I had five hot guys following me everywhere. Especially if I was friends with them."

The matchmaker, Minako. "Hah! Only you would point that out. It's true, but I'm not interested in any of them. Plus... they're the Secret Service... that's weird."

"One day, I, Minako, the Goddess of Love will find you a perfect man! Even if it isn't one of those hot men who are protecting you in such a macho way everyday." Usagi laughed heartily at Minako's antics. "And then I'll probably become jealous and try to steal him away from you!"

"Alright then, you do that. But what did you want to talk to me about?"

"Oh yeah, I almost forgot! Stupid Minako... anyway, I called because I wanted to see if you were free tonight. Though after your dad, I wasn't sure... but knowing you, I kinda was sure. We are partners in crime, after all."

"You know me too well, my dear friend. So tell me, what's on tonight's agenda?"

"I knew you'd say that."

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Usagi knew better then to use the "taking a bath" excuse again. To be left alone for a long time this time around, she would need another excuse. Usagi usually just tried to sneak out alone rather then escape her guards, because the secret service was good, and it was hard to give them the slip.

But Usagi had it down to an art.

The nineteen-year-old was a force to be reckoned with. She was bright and creative, coming up with great strategies and plans from out of nowhere.She was also feisty, independent, strong-willed, fiercely loyal, honest, sweet, and honest to a fault. She was also drop dead gorgeous, and had her fair share of guys vying for her affection. It was too bad that she wasn't interested in any of them.

So, Usagi, a beautiful woman with a brilliant personality, was found that night sneaking out of her bathroom window. Her excuse this time was... well, she didn't have one. But her brother had owed her a favor, and Usagi had chosen to use it now. Shingo was currently pestering her parents as much as possible, and she was making her escape. Dressed in black pants and a black turtleneck sweater, Usagi carefully made her way across the wide lawn of the White House. She had a small black bag with her, which had her purse and a change of clothes in it. Her light hair was in a bun and under a black beanie. I look like a thief, she thought sarcastically. This is so classic.

Finally, she reached the edge of the property and made her way slowly though the hedges. She was ambushed, however, immediately when she emerged.

"USAGI YOU MADE IT! I was beginning to worry! Hey, nice clothes... if you're going goth on me."

"Oh hush, you told me to go all black. And these are your pants. Now lets go find a restroom so I can change, I must look so sketchy right now."

"Hahaha! You do! Okay, let's get you out of that."

The two girls walked into a café across the street, and proceeded to the back to the restrooms, Usagi earning several stares form the customers and employees. When the came back out, they were much more normal-looking. They hurried out, suddenly remembering that Usagi's unique hairstyle could easily attract attention and she might be recognized. Minako tried to convince her to take it down or just change the style, but the ever-stubborn Usagi refused, saying she liked it better this way.

"Alright, now will you tell me where we're going? I like surprises and all, but tell me already!"

"Well, the carnival came into town last night, and I thought we'd check it out! There will be a lot of people there, so you won't stick out too much."

"Or since there are a lot of people there someone will recognize me."

"Well what are they gonna do, ask for your autograph? They might just talk to you, or something like that."

"Yeah, I suppose you're right. So... let's go!" Usagi started to follow Minako down the street, the suddenly stopped. "Um.. Mina... are we walking there? It's kind of far, isn't it?"

"Oh, ye of little faith." Minako walked a few more steps then stopped in front of a car. "Usa, meet my new baby!" Minako's new "baby" was a golden convertible; it wasn't fancy and expensive, but not too shabby either. "I got it yesterday, only $11,000! It was on sale and used... and I was expecting at least $15,000, she's so beautiful!" Minako... really loved cars.

"It really is nice, Mina. Now let's go, I don't want to be away too long."

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The carnival certainly was a sight to behold that night. All the lights were on, and the scene was aglow with various colors, penetrating the darkness of the summer night. Minako, wearing a white sundress with yellow sunflowers on it, led Usagi through the entrance gates by the hand. Her friend was wearing a light pink skirt that reached the middle of her thighs, made of a light material that swished when she walked. Her white shirt had a boat-neck, with short sleeves that had the same flow of her skirt. The two women were quite lovely that night, and turned many heads-both male and female. It was hard not to look at them, as they were so appealing to the men and made women envious-but they weren't trying. The two young women were naturally pretty, and didn't care to wear heavy makeup. In fact, neither of them was wearing any at all.

It was cool outside, the weather much nicer than the heat of the day. Summer vacation had begun for the two girls just a week ago, and they were now considered juniors in college. They had already decided to apply for an on-campus apartment at their University, and prayed they'd get it. The two were joined at the hip, whenever possible, that is. They were together less now that Usagi's father was the president. But, like Usagi had pointed out, he couldn't be president forever. Both girls hoped the next school year would be a great experience-Minako was especially looking at the guys, while Usagi was less interested. But she was interested, just not as much as the other blonde.

The two were mischievous, and truly partners in crime. Ever since becoming friends at three, the two had been able to wreak havoc where ever they went whenever they wanted. They were a formidable duo, and few would dare to cross them if they knew what the girls were capable of. Usagi and Minako weren't as bad trouble makers now as they were before, but they still had their fun. They were loyal to each other, and stuck up for each other in tough situations, always helping the other out when aid was needed. Both were stubborn, and their similar personalities only intensified this trait and other shared traits.

Needless to say, they always had fun together. Minagi, they called themselves, for Minako and Usagi were so similar and so close that they might as well combine their talents and names and strike hard and fast when they were scheming-which they did a lot.

COncerning carnival games, Minako had impeccable aim, which is why they went to the games last. Every time she played, she would win (Usagi lacked any aiming talent). Therefore, they played the games last as to not have to carry numerous stuffed animals around with them. So, they decided that the first thing they would do was... they couldn't decide. They loved everything. Since neither Usagi nor Minako was poor (Minako's high class family's female head of the household was also into politics; her mom was in the Senate), they used the loot they had brought to go on almost every single ride, and sometimes more than once.

But it was getting late, and Usagi wondered how long Shingo had held up her parents and what excuse he had told them to leave Usagi alone. Hopefully it had been a good one...

Minagi then proceeded to the games, and stopped playing once they both had three animals each. Usagi had three different sized bunnies (which was very predictable considering her fascination with them) and Minako had a bear, a lion, and... something that looked like a cross between a bear and a dog. She wasn't sure what it was, but it was cute.

The girls headed out of the park, and when they got to Minako's car, began to stuff the animals in the trunk. Usagi put her smallest bunny on the top of the car-the convertible cover, and put her other two animals in the backseat; they wouldn't all fit in the trunk. Just as she closed the door and reached for the white stuffed animal on the top of the car, an unusually strong breeze came and blew it off the top of the car and down the street.

"No, wait! Argh! Hold on a sec, Mina." Usagi ran after the bunny, which had headed across the street and into a small park with numerous trees. What is this, the start of a tornado? Someone up there just wants me to chase this thing. Oooh, I hate you, person. It blew even further away. "Oh, come on!" She didn't notice something lurking in the shadows behind her, nor did she hear the soft sound of feet on grass.

Finally she reached the stuffed bunny and picked it up. Glaring at it, she brushed it off, and sighed. She mock-scolded the toy. "Now, what's with running away from me, huh? I'll have you know that you can't escape from me!"

"And you can't escape from me, Ms. Tsukino."

Usagi whirled around to face the source of the deep and raspy voice. Upon seeing the tall and muscular man, she gasped loudly and took a few steps back. The bright street lamp behind him prevented her from seeing any physical features beyond his physique. But she wasn't stupid-she wasn't going to stay frozen on the spot, or ask him questions as to who he was or what he was doing. Usagi was going to hightail it out of there. She immediately turned to run and shouted out to her friend as loudly as she could.

Unfortunately, for her, the man was too fast. Usagi hadn't taken into consideration his abilities. She hadn't taken one step or even spoken one syllable of Minako's name when he grabbed her forcibly from behind with strong arms, and covered her mouth with a huge and rough hand. His size enveloped her, and she felt like she was totally surrounded and restricted. She couldn't even squirm properly due to his proximity and size-and squirming is not hard. Usagi thought she heard a scream behind her, but her senses were dulled because of her intense anxiety.

She was a small woman, and he was huge. She was weak, and he was strong. She was alone, and no one would see her anytime soon. She struggled and screamed as much as she could, but her cries were muffled and her movements uneffective. Terror gripped her, and she started to cry and increased her efforts to escape, but his grip held fast. He lifted her off the ground just enough to carry her, and she panicked. Where was Minako! Usagi couldn't think straight; her mind screamed at her to flee, to escape, to do something! But Usagi couldn't focus, she was too afraid.

She was being kidnapped.

The man began to walk briskly to the middle of the park, staying in the trees for cover. No one had any idea what was happening to her.

She felt him press into her suddenly, and with his weight he pushed her to the ground, crushing her small body. The man released his grip as they plummeted to the ground. Usagi let out an 'oomph' when she hit the grass. She immediately began to stuggle to get the man off of her and get away. After she fell, Usagi recognized a silhouette that had been standing behind him. The man released his grip after they plummeted to the ground.

"Mi-Mina?" Usagi whispered out, her fear still gripping her.

Minako was breathing hard, holding a car jack in both of her hands. She looked scared, too. The blonde dropped the jack and bent down to her friend.

"Usagi...are you-are you okay?"

"I-I think so, now." Usagi then scooted away from her would-be abductor. Even though he was out cold, he still terrified her.

Usagi and Minako were snapped back to reality when they saw flashing lights approaching them. They were still too dazed to really hear them. Usagi looked at the man.

He was indeed bulky, but he had seemed much bigger when he was holding her. His hair was shaped almost like a flame, and was a blazing red color to match its form. He had a strange black tatoo on his head, in the shape of a crescent moon, pointing downwards.

Usagi suddenly felt arms lifting her up. Still fearful and flustered from her recent experience, she flinched and moved away. The man in black simply came for her again, and gently lifting her up, embraced her.

When she saw who it was, she allowed the man to console her, feeling a wave of relief and security wash over her. She hugged him tightly around the waist, crying hard. After a moment, he let go of her, but keeping his right arm around her shoulder and the other holding her left hand, he led her towards the police cars. He was one of the five Secret Service members she was actually well-acquainted with, and trusted as a friend.

"It's going to be okay, now, Ms. Tsukino." He patted her shoulder and squeezed her hand. When they were further away from the crowd, he spoke to her less formally. "Usagi, listen to me, he's gone. You're safe now." She nodded a little.

"Thank you, Jadeite."

"Just doin' my job, Usa. As your guard, and as your friend." He frowned. It was his job to protect the Tsukino family. It was the job of the Secret Service. He had to admire her skills to get out unnoticed, though that meant that her guardians weren't up to par. They had failed to protect her. If they had been just a minute later, she might have been gone. At least Minako had been there. "But don't thank me, thank your friend."

Usagi gasped. "Oh, Gods, Mina! Is she okay?"

"She's just fine, Nephrite's got her. Now come on, little Princess, your family must be worried sick about you." The use of the nickname helped Usagi to calm down a little. He helped her into the back of one of the many police cars, and got in with her. As they drove away, Usagi could see the swarm of police around the fallen man who had tried to take her. She was still shaken up, and her friend and guard next to her could tell. He put his arm around her shoulder again and she leaned on him, still sniffling a little.

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I know it was really short. But if you've read my other fic, Dirty Little Secret, you know how long my chapters tend to be. And sometimes they're absurd-record is 38 pages! It's like, 11,000 words. Usually mine are 3000-6000 words. More like 4000-5000. Because... I know you care. Anyway...

Good so far?

Suggestions and ideas are welcome, as the storyline is still vague and the plot can be changed around, though I already have some solid parts in mind. But I always like feedback and suggestions/ideas, they help me out.

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PS!

I know most of the roles I want to put the characters into, but a lot I don't. So... what should the other scouts and all be in this fic? I already have my antagonists set, but what about the good guys? Help me out here! See you around next chapter.

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PPS!

I don't like doing romance stories with many different pairings heavily focused on-just one pairing and some occasional moments on the side for others. So if Minako and Ami were to have their moments, would it be Kunzite or Yaten for Minako? And for Ami, Zoicite or Taiki? I have my preferences, but I write for you guys. I picked the main pairing, y'all can pick the side ones.

Ok I take it back. I have to do certain people together! No self-control...

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PPPS!

I just finished chapter two, and it's twice as long. Just to make you happy. ;)

Laters!