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Michiru sat on her bed lost in thought after Haruka made her exit, and rather quickly she noticed. She felt like she had just offended her in some way and frowned upon the idea. The two of them have always done some crazy and ridiculous things to each other in the past, this tickle fight of theirs not being any different, but yet it somehow was. Michiru felt her fingers brush past the same spots Haruka had previously traced over, she felt a small flutter inside her chest, "Strange." as she got to her feet. They had a couple hours before the ceremony and was sure Haruka was busily getting herself ready for it and she needed to as well. Making her way to the bathroom, she switched on the light and turned the water on to her shower.
Yanking her now wrinkled dress and tossing it to the floor, she quickly stepped into the awaiting abyss. Unlike her friend, she preferred much cooler temperatures. Something she has always enjoyed, but getting around water was impossible for a rather dryer planet. She would tend to sit inside for hours, completely lost in thought, before realizing it. The water was something of comfort, especially in times of need, or distress. After her encounter with Haruka moments before, she was definitely seaking refuge. She let the water run over her head soaking her long aqua tresses. She soon heard a knock to her door, followed by Gran's voice, "Alright Michiru, today is not the day to get lost in thought in there. I have your gown ready for after the ceremony. I sat it next to your formal wear for the ceremony." she cheered inside.
Michiru nodded, "Thank you Gran. I'll let you know if I need help with the gown after the ceremony." as she knelt down to gather her soap. She heard the door shut once more and knew she needed to hurry since her hair would take longer to dry than most. As she grabbed the fancy glass bottle, a rush of water surged around her, wrapping around her face causing her to gasp as a sharp pain made itself known in her head. She felt a wave of dizziness before she felt her vision blur. She heard a ringing in her ears, clenching her eyes shut as a faded memory flashed in her mind.
"Stay away from her!"
Michiru gasped at the voice, saw the yellow orbs bearing down on her turn towards another blurred figure, "Mother?" her voice trembled.
"Deep Submerge!"
Michiru felt a scream escape her lips as she dropped the bottle shattering it on the floor. She felt her body drop to her knees before she heard her door burst open and Gran shouting in concern, "Michiru!" Gran yanked the door to her shower open seeing the woman completely fear stricken and backed into a corner on the floor. She saw the shattered shampoo bottle and glanced back at her shaking form before turning the water off and kneeling down in front of her, "Breathe Michiru! It's alright, calm down, you're safe." she soothed. Michiru jerked slightly feeling gentle hands wrap around her, before she felt tears falling down, "Gran, it's happening again isn't it?" she whimpered. Gran just shushed her and held her like she did for years before, "It's going to be alright Michiru, there is nothing there, you are safe."
Michru sat there as her visions replayed in her head. She heard her mother, for that much she was certain, but like before, all she ever saw was a blurred vision of her mother, followed by her panic voiced, but this time she saw golden yellow orbs staring at her. She thought she was over them, it had been a year since her last nightmare. Gran slowly got herself to her feet before helping Michiru to hers, "We have gotten through this before, there is no need to fret. Come, I'll get this cleaned up, you go get dried off and ready. There are some oils on your beauty stand for your hair." as she set to work on picking up the shards of glass. Michiru nodded and left her bathroom wrapped up in a warm towel before making her way over to her stand. She sat down and felt the cold drops of water falling from her hair onto her shoulders. She glanced into the mirror, she looked paler than normal.
Moments later, Gran returned with an extra towel to assist her with in drying her hair, "What's troubling you Michiru?" She stared down at her hands, "I don't know, I haven't seen that image before in years. The sound of my mothers voice, she was so scared, yet so furious." as she felt her fingers clutch the necklace around her neck. Gran sighed, "A mother will do anything to protect their child Michiru, that was all she was doing. Then she got you out of there, as she promised you." being quite familiar with this story. Michiru frowned, "I know, but why now? I haven't seen those eyes before, I don't ever recall them." wincing as she tried to remember the face, but felt a dull ache instead. Gran grabbed the brush and worked on her hair, "The last time you mentioned eyes was when you were first brought here, that and a shadow man as you called it."
Michiru shook her head, "I don't remember, it feels like something is blocking it. I feel like I saw those same eyes before, before I came here, before that night." glancing up at Gran in the mirror. Gran shrugged, "I don't know my dear, but for now, I don't want you to worry. Nothing bad has happened since that night, and a small nightmare won't stop you from achieving all that you have overcome thus far. Now, lets do something with this hair of yours." as she worked her skilled fingers through her long hair. Gran smiled as she managed to get it up and twisted just right, "There, that will look beautiful for both occasions tonight." finishing off clipping a few loose strands to dangle around her main up do. Michiru glanced in the mirror and smiled, a few curled strands flowed around the frame of her face, "It looks wonderful Gran, thank you."
Gran smiled, "Good, now lets get you dressed, we have to be down in the court yard in about 30 minutes." grabbing her formal wear from the bed and handing it to her. Michiru nodded and finished getting her undergarments on before stepping into the formal Uranian attire dress. She watched Gran slip behind her to help her lace up the back, "Gran?" The old woman acknowledged, "Yes Michiru?" Michiru sighed, "Please don't tell Haruka of this, of any of this. I don't want her to get upset with me more today." She felt the strings pull the dress together before the older woman came to face her, "I won't say anything unless it is needed to. Though upset her again? What do you mean by that?" Michiru fidgeted with her fingers, "I don't know, after Haruka left, she seemed different. I feel like I offended her the way she ran off out of here earlier." as she sat down to apply some light shade of pink lipstick to her lips.
Gran chuckled, "Oh Michiru, you don't need to worry about such nonsense. You are definitely overthinking things, and I just left her room before I came into here to help you. She was just fine, flustered from other things, but you are not the problem you think you are to her." she winked. Michiru went to reply, but a knock was heard followed by her door opening, "How are things going in here? Thought I heard some noises of concern earlier, everything ok?" Gran chuckled at the sight of Haruka standing in the door frame, "Speak of the devil. Alright my dear you are all set, I will help you change into your other gown after the ceremony. I'll see you two down stairs." she said with an ear to ear grin as she walked past them out the door.
Haruka raised an eyebrow, "What was that about? I am so confused." shaking her head. Michiru stood up straightening out her dress, "It's nothing, everything's fine. Just dropped a shampoo bottle earlier and Gran helped." as she turned to face her. She couldn't help, but smile, "You look handsome as ever Ruka. Are you nervous?" forgetting about her earlier worries. Haruka tried hiding her embarrassment, "Th-thanks. You look great too. I mean you've always looked great-I mean-fuck!" she sighed in defeat. Michiru had never seen her friend in such a state, "Haruka, about earlier, I'm sorry if I upset you in any way. It was not my intention, especially today." Haruka looked at her wide eyed, "Upset me? Michi you didn't upset me, I just had a blonde moment I guess." trying not to state what was really on her mind. She wanted to, but at the same time, did not want to jeopardize their friendship. Michiru nodded, "Ok then. Well should we get downstairs? I don't think your father would like you to be late for this particular event." she teased with a light smile.
Haruka laughed, "Yeah I don't think I would ever live it down. Especially with all of people being gathered there just to see this." as she all of a sudden paled over slightly. Michiru giggled, "Ruka, it will be fine. You're overthinking this, now lets go before Gran has our hides." reaching her hand to wrap it around hers. Haruka was brought back to reality feeling her small hand and fingers lace with hers, "Right!" Michiru lead them down the hall towards the court yard, "Besides, when has the great Haruka of the wind and sky ever been afraid of anything." Haruka rolled her eyes, "I'm not afraid." as they made their way outside. Michiru slipped her hand from hers before slipping it in the lower part of her back, standing on her tip toes, even in heels, to reach her ear, "Then get out there and show them their future queen." as she pushed her out into the spot light.
Haruka felt a small sheer of panic the moment Michiru was no longer at her side. She turned her head to find her, "Wait, but-" "I'll see you in the ball room after this is over. You have nothing to fear, you will be great." as she went to take her place among the crowd. Haruka watched her with such grace as she made her way to her assigned seat, and now there was no turning back. Her heart was racing a mile a minute, this was it, the moment she had been waiting for. As she made her way to the center where her father was waiting for her, everything she had worked so hard for, all her training, all her hard work was finally coming to an end, but the start of her new beginning. Her father smiled at her as she approached, that was all the encouragement she needed. Today was her moment, and she intended to fly with it.
Haruka stood in the ballroom in a much more comfortable suit this round than from earlier. She had been greeting and thanking everyone as they approached their new future queen. Her father was next to her doing the same. He glanced over at her, "Haruka, I have never been more proud of you. Even though you've definitely given me hell at times, I cannot say enough of how proud I am to see the woman you have become." Haruka choked slightly at her fathers words, but smiled, "Thank you. It was only what I have longed to hear from you." Her father smiled, "I don't think you could have ever disappointed me Haruka, and when the day comes, you will make this planet stronger. But enough chit chat, I am pretty sure you are ready to get off this little stand and actually be more you. Especially since someone just walked in the room." motioning his head towards the entryway.
Haruka turned to look, her mouth all but hit the floor at the sight before. Michiru walked in with Gran, several heads turned their way, but all were definitely on Michiru. Gran glared at a few that dared approach, giving both Haruka and the king a small chuckle, "Such a bulldog that woman is. Go to her Haruka, this is your day." her father nudged her away. Haruka rolled her eyes, "I think I can manage." Her father retorted, "Yeah, just don't slip on the small patch of drool you managed to make before hand." as he taunted her before walking away. Haruka grunted in defeat, she knew she had been caught, it was completely obvious. She glanced back over watching Michiru make small conversation, obvious people were curious about her attire. Looks like Gran managed to pull a few strings and managed to get her a gown suitable for her tonight.
She quickly made her way over to the two, unable to keep her eyes off the beautiful figure with the gorgeous dark blue to faded light blue ball gown. Michiru took notice of her friend making her way over before she felt Gran nudge her in the rib to get moving. She made her way towards her to meet her halfway. Haruka stopped the moment they were in arms reach of each other, "Wow, you look incredible." causing the woman before her to turn red. Michiru felt the heat rise in her cheeks, "Thank you." she managed to muster out. Haruka held her arm out for her, "How about we make our way over to a somewhat more quiet place?" Michiru looked up at the all too familiar mischievous glint in Haruka's eyes and smiled, "I wouldn't mind that." as she laced her arm into the one in front of her. Haruka pulled her to her side, "Great, lets go then." as she moved them through the crowds.
Michiru couldn't help but blush further as all eyes were on them, "Why is everyone staring?" as she felt her body begin to shut down slightly. Haruka laughed, "Perhaps because the new queen of Uranus is walking with the most stunning woman in the entire ball room. Or perhaps there was something staining the once beautiful gown." Michiru panicked as she glanced down, only to hear Haruka burst out laughing, "Dammit Ruka, don't do this to me. I'm already on edge as is with everyone staring since I walked through the door." trying to hid her face in the arm of her friend. Haruka snickered, "When have I ever been nice with you Michi, it's just too much fun, plus I do recall you enjoying our time like that before." she teased. Michiru rolled her eyes, "Still the same old Haruka, and very arrogant. Though since all eyes are on us, I don't think we are able to make such an escape just yet."
Haruka nodded in agreement, "You're right about that. Perhaps a couple of dances to entertain, and then we make our escape to the gardens. I'm in need of some fresh air, it's much too stuffy in here." Michiru giggled, "Alright, but you know I have two left feet." feeling them pause on the dance floor amongst the rest of the groups. Haruka slipped her hand around her waist pulling her close, grasping her hand into the right position, "And when have I ever let you fall?" Michiru rolled her eyes, "Last week actually when we were practicing for your ceremony." she mocked. Haruka pulled her along side her as the music continued in the background, "Well, aside from that. Besides I don't think I would be capable of doing such a thing with you tonight." Michiru smiled, "I would definitely appreciate that." as she continued to follow Haruka's lead.
Several songs played and the two continued to put on their small show. After the final song they decided to break apart for a moment. Haruka went to gather some refreshments before they would make their escape outside. She much wanted to have some time alone and just talk like old times. Michiru watched her as she made her way over before taking a seat at a vacant table. She continued watching others mingle, occasionally making small talk with those that passed by her as she waited. She removed the sheer shawl she had and sat it next to her before she got to her feet to see what was taking Haruka so long. She made her way over, but felt a small tug to her arm as she passed through the small crowd before noticing the king, "Hello Michiru, enjoying the party?" She smiled and nodded, "I am, though was trying to find Haruka, have you seen her?"
The king chuckled, "Not since I saw you two dancing earlier, but you and I both know she will turn up just as fast as she flies off." Michiru smiled, "Indeed." as she looked at him. The king glanced around before speaking, "Gran tells me recently you had a small incident. Is everything ok my dear?" asking with sincere concern. Michiru sighed, "It is nothing to worry about, just had a slight flashback so to speak. I didn't want to ruin today since it meant so much to everyone. I don't need to fret over something minor." trying to ease out of this. The king nodded with a frown, "You know you are like a daughter to me too, I only ask out of sheer wanting to protect you the same." Michiru nodded, "I understand and I am truly grateful, for everything." The king smiled, "I know you are. Does Haruka know? Have you tried talking with her? I know she has helped calm these storms in the past." Michiru shook her head, "I haven't felt the need to tell her, I don't want her to constantly have to worry about me."
"Worry about what?"
Both of them turned at the voice, Haruka standing there looking with interesting. Michiru panicked slightly, but the king took the lead, "Just how you two were going to be able to sneak out of here without causing a scene." Both women looked at him curiously, most of all Michiru, the king continued, "I know parties never contain you for long Haruka, especially when your partner is around to help." he teased with a wink. Michiru blushed crimson at the choice of words, Haruka just rubbed the back of her head, "Yeah, but can you honestly blame us? Besides what did you have in mind?" she asked curiously. The king chuckled, "I have been meaning to find the right time and place, but I suppose now is as good as ever. Haruka, you remember when I say about a few years back, you were roaming about when you found some new construction so to speak?" Haruka pondered before nodding, "Yeah, you told me it was to be a place of safety. That I wasn't allowed to go in unless it was time. Is everything ok?" as she grew concerned about possible attacks.
The king chuckled, "I did say that, but it's not what you are thinking about in terms of safety. Why don't you and Michiru go check it out. I am sorry it took so long to complete, but I am sure the wait will prove otherwise. Now get going, I'll distract everyone with a small thank you speech." as he waved them off before separating himself. Michiru raised an eyebrow, "Ruka, what's going on, I am beyond confused." Haruka laughed, "Same Michi, but lets get out of here and ditch this little charade." grabbing her hand and dragging her out the back way.
They easily avoided much eye contact as they slipped through the crowds unnoticed as the king began his little distraction. Haruka tugged Michiru along the corridors down towards the location she came across so long ago. Michiru felt a small thrill of excitement, like she always did when she was with Haruka when they were running off like this. Haruka looked back and noticed before smiling herself, "Just like old times. Come on, I believe it was this way." as they both continued down the hall before approaching a large door. Haruka released her hold before opening the door and peeking inside, "Stairs?" Michiru peeked around her shoulder, "Where do these lead?" Haruka shrugged, "Down apparently. Aside from the dungeons and storage, never seen another stairwell leading down." as she pulled a lever witch soon lit up the entire stairwell, "Shall we?" she inquired as Michiru nodded in response.
The two of them followed down the winding stairwell, feeling a slight change in temperature. Michiru glanced up at Haruka, "How far down do you think this goes? I can already tell we are pretty further down than the lowest part of the palace." Haruka shook her head, "No idea. I never knew what this place was to be about, but it's exciting to figure it out though, no?" Michiru smiled, "Definitely." as they continued further and further down underground. Michiru continued alongside, until she heard something up ahead as the stairs soon began to level out, "Do you hear that?" as she walked past Haruka making her way towards the noise. Haruka followed faster, "Whoa, wait up. Michi what's going on?" trying to figure out what has gotten her friend in such a rush all of a sudden. Michiru felt a slight tug, something that was calling her from deep inside her, "It can't be, can it?" as she rounded the end of the path way causing her to gasp sharply.
Haruka took notice and quickly round the corner and froze with a sudden gasp as well, "What the hell?" as both women stared in awe and wonder at the sight before them. It was a complete underwater cavern, dimly lit letting of a blue glow around them. Michiru shivered at the sight, never before had she seen this much water, her senses were heightened, "It looks incredible, but why would your father do something like this?" Haruka sighed with a smile, "It was probably his gift to you. We all soon figured out the water was your sanctuary, it would only seem fitting that the princess of Neptune has a proper place to make her feel safe on such a windy and water bairn planet." staring at Michiru's amazed expression. She watched as the woman easily walked towards the water, her shoes already removed, her feet slipping into the crystal waters.
Michiru felt a rush of excitement and soothing emotions, "This is-I honestly don't know what to say." as she turned to face her. Haruka smiled, feeling the aura flowing off of Michiru, "I don't think words would be able to describe this Michi, but father intended for us to find this. Let us make the most of it and have some fun down here." she grinned. Michiru nodded, "I would love to, but I don't want to ruin my gown." Haruka stepped behind her, "Well then, that's an easy fix." as she tugged at the zipper of the gown all the way down. Michiru yelped and pulled away, clutching her dress, "Haruka are you crazy?" she stood there slightly stunned. Haruka laughed as she yanked at her buttons to her shirt, "Oh come on Michi, you act like I haven't seen you in your underwear before." yanking her shirt off revealing a white bandeau and tossing it to the side.
Michiru rolled her eyes, "I know, you just caught me off guard." still hanging on to her dress to keep it from falling. Haruka laughed as she yanked the dress pants off as well as kicked her shoes off all in one go, "Well I'm going to have fun, you can stand there gawking, or join me." as she ran past her and into the water. Michiru laughed when she heard her yelp, "Shit that's cold." as she stood up wrapping her arms around herself, "Are you coming in, or what?" Michiru stared at her and shook her head in defeat, "Fine." she laughed lightly. She let go of the dress and let it slip down before she stepped out and tossed it carefully to the side. She felt Haruka's eyes on her the entire time as she stepped into the water, causing her to blush slightly. Michiru again felt the same butterflies as before during their tickle fight, and again now, what was going on here? She made her way out and stood in front of Haruka who grinned down at her, "There, was that so hard?" she teased.
Michiru rolled her eyes, "At least I am not the one shivering." as she dove under the water and swam out. Haruka watched in awe as she slipped through the waters easily before she surfaced, "Such a little fish Michi, but then again, water is your element after all." as she swam out to where she was. Michiru felt the calmest she had ever felt in a long time, aside from the small flutters in her chest. She watched as Haruka floated next to her, "This feels amazing. I never knew such a feeling." as she moved around more. Her body gliding through the water as if she was apart of it. Haruka chuckled as she watched her, she was such an incredible sight. She watched as Michiru swam about with such grace and confidence, though she knew she had never seen her do anything like this prior. It was obvious this was her true identity. She felt those same feelings from earlier begin to rise once more. She shivered again feeling the flutters as she continued to watch the woman before her.
Haruka thought of how beautiful her friend had become over their time together. Whereas MIchirue continued to bloom into grace and such beauty, she had grown into something similar, but with much more edge. She stared at Michiru's confidence and grace in the water, and felt those flutters continue to grow inside her. Haruka felt overcome with this feeling, she dunked herself into the water to cool herself off so to speak. Michiru noticed when she heard the splash and Haruka was no longer in sight, "Ruka?" She soon felt a sudden grasp at her foot and yelped as she felt her body yanked under. She opened her eyes to see Haruka's mischievous spark staring at her before they both surfaced, "Haruka!" she whined. Haruka just laughed, "I couldn't help it, you were getting way to 'look at me, I'm a mermaid' vibe over there." she teased.
Michiru rolled her eyes playfully, "Silly, don't you know what I truly am?" as she swam towards her. Haruka felt her friends playfulness reach her ears, causing her to act upon it, "Know what Michi?" Michiru smirked as she slipped her arms around her broad shoulders, her body pressing slightly up against her's. Haruka felt her heart begin to race, and those feelings kicked into high gear, as she tried to move back. Michiru noticed and used it to back her against the rock formed wall. Haruka gasped at the contact, feeling her eyes never leaving Michiru's gorgeous blue ones, unable to speak. Michiru giggled as she leaned her mouth to her ear, "I am a siren that can bend you to my will and desires." before pulling back to look at her friend. She saw the look of pure shock in her eyes before she let out a laugh causing Haruka to jump. Michiru continued to laugh and swim onto her back away from her, "Oh Ruka, you're face is so priceless."
Haruka shook her head, not sure of anything that just happened, "It's not funny Michi." she tried to fight back. Michiru only laughed more, "Wow, the might ruler of the wind and sky, how gracefully she as fallen." she teased. Haruka growled playfully before she swam towards Michiru, "I am of such powers, you of all should know I can easily blow you away." she retorted. Michiru easily dodged Haruka's small attack that followed, "Indeed you can Ruka, but here with me now, I can easily drown you in these depths." feeling her hand easily shift the water to her will. Haruka watched wide eyed, "Michiru, you're moving the water?" feeling the water wrap itself around her tugging her without her will. Michiru nodded, "It seems I am. See, down here, you have no such power, you are completely at my mercy." she grinned playfully as she pulled Haruka to her.
Haruka felt completely powerless against this, "Indeed you are much more powerful than me down here." feeling her body reach Michiru's. Michiru smiled and wrapped her arms around her, "I know, and I am enjoying every minute of it. Thank you for bringing me down here today." hugging her tightly. Haruka felt herself able to move, before wrapping her arms around the smaller woman in front of her, "There is no need to thank me, I wasn't apart of this." MIchiru pressed her face into her chest slightly, "I know, but today was your day. Thank you for sharing it with me." pulling back to look up at her. Michiru felt like she was unable to deny the constant growth of the feelings present inside her. She felt like Haruka was also affected too, but soon felt arms push her back slightly. Michiru glanced at Haruka concerned she had done something wrong again, which seemed to be a continuous thing. Haruak spoke, "Again there is no need to thank me, I am just glad you are finally able to have a place to go if no one can help ease your troubled mind." as she looked down at her.
Michiru smiled, but turned away from her before making her way towards the ledge to get out. Haruka watched completely confused as she watched Michiru hop out, "Hey, what's wrong?" making her way over to follow. Michiru sighed, "It's nothing Haruka, I'm just feeling tired all of a sudden. I think I will turn in for the night." as she gather her dress from the floor before carefully putting it over her wet undergarments. Haruka watched her redress, obviously something was bothering her, "Michiru, are you ok?" trying to reach out to her, but Michiru pulled back, "I will be ok, I am just tired." she used again as she made her way towards the stairwell, "I'll see you tomorrow Haruka. Sleep well and happy birthday again." as she disappeared up the stairs.
Haruka quickly redressed herself as she tried to figure out why Michiru became so upset as to leave. Both of them were having fun and Michiru was finally the calmest she has ever seen her in years, yet left suddenly. Grabbing her shoes, she jogged up the stairs easily, but Michiru was obviously pas the stairs, had she ran? She continued making her way up before reaching the halls towards the stairwell to their bedroom. She heard Gran's familiar voice, "I see your father finally told you two about the little private cavern he had made for Michiru." Haruka nodded, "He did. Have you seen MIchiru by chance?" Gran frowned, "As a matter of fact, I saw her a little bit ago heading to her room for the night. She seemed flustered, is everything ok?" Haruka sighed, "I wish I knew Gran. We were down there having fun, then all of a sudden she was different. I feel like I upset her and she just got up and left." Gran sighed in frustration, "What did you do Haruka!?"
Haruka stepped back at the sudden change of tone, "What are you talking about?" Gran rolled her eyes as she smacked her upside the head, "Ow! What was-" "Haruka what did we discuss earlier? Stop overthinking things and actually for once act on your instincts. Stop being afraid of feelings and go after them, or you will lose it forever. I'll be damned if you mess this up and beat you until you get it right, understand?" she pointed her finger at her. Haruka slowly nodded her head, though still confused about everything that just happened. Gran smiled, "Good, now why don't you get yourself up to bed. It's late. Good night dear." as she strode past her. Haruka shook her head before rubbing the sore spot Gran had previously smacked. She made her way upstairs to her room to turn herself in for the night. Upon reaching her door, she glanced over towards Michiru's. She walked over and raised her hand to knock, but stopped. She was pretty sure Michiru wanted to be left alone and decided to do just that. She walked back over and went inside her room closing the door behind her.
Inside Michiru's room, she finally got herself calmed down from all her excitement and previous conversations. She curled up onto her bed and leaned against the headboard recollecting all that had happened. She was still in complete awe that Haruka's father had made her such a place just for her. It warmed her to know she was thought of so much by someone. She remembered how she felt once she was in the waters, it was something she had never truly felt before. She had never felt more alive. The way she was one with the water, the way she was able to use and bend it to her will, just like how Haruka could with with wind. She paused as she remembered her moment with Haruka, how they played around, how she watched her feel so at ease in her element for the first time. Though she didn't admit it before, she felt Haruka's gaze upon her the entire time they were there. She noted how her eyes never faltered from her the moment she first stepped in.
She felt embarrassed at first being with Haruka like that. Not that they hadn't been like the in front of the other before, but this time it had felt different. So she acted on the feelings that were obviously pushing to break free. The way she pressed her body against Haruka's was not something they had done before, it brought back the same feelings of her being beneath Haruka during their tickle war. She thought Haruka was also affected by everything the same, she continued playing their little game of cat and mouse with each other, only this time she was in control more than Haruka was. Maybe she had offended her again, this time with her actions and not her words. Michiru sighed remembering the way Haruka pushed her away, breaking the feelings almost instantly. Perhaps she was reading too much into this, that she was not feeling the same she was.
Michiru felt a shiver run over her, the thought had left her afraid somehow. Afraid she was going to feel like this from now on, but will never have the feeling returned. She pulled herself under the covers as she had heard the door opposite to hers close shut. Haruka had returned to her room as well. Michiru sighed as she rested her head on the pillow, trying to rid her mind of the thoughts and feelings that still lingered. She hoped that tomorrow would be better, that tomorrow she will forget about all that happened today. That these feelings would eventually subside and she would be able to move on from all of this. As she felt her eyelids grow heavy, she truly felt that these feelings were only the beginning of something that was about to become unforgiving.
