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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. Usagi is not attracted to Jadeite (or vice versa.) Also, yes, Seiya is a normal human being. He just kicks ass and can do pretty much everything. But he'll have some formidable opponents in the future. Anyway, go read. Enjoy!
Posted 4/24/06
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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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Last chapter:
"It's going to be okay, now, Ms. Tsukino." He patted her shoulder and squeezed her hand. "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." Jadeite 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, 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."
"Oh, God, Mina! Is she okay?"
"She's fine, Nephrite's got her." 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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Chapter Two: Consequences
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Usagi was expecting to have her father launch a verbal assault on her when she got home, but was instead pulled into a huge group hug from her family. Her mother had cried, saying how she was so worried about her, and her father had expressed his concern as well. They would talk about it all in the morning. Ikuko expressed that she was sure Usagi was exhausted and still shaken up, and that her daughter should get some sleep. Usagi was very grateful, and did just that.
Kenji, however, did not retire to bed. Usagi's father went to his office and sat down at his desk. He picked up the phone, and dialed a number. After a short conversation, he dialed a new number which he had just gotten. A person picked up on the other end.
"Oh, hello. My name is Kenji Tsukino-yes, the President. Yes... mm hmm... yes. No, actually, I was given this number by an associate of mine who knows who to call to get the best of everything. I was told that you are the best bodyguard service around... haha, yes, he gave me your number. We're old friends. Yes, I am. Well I'm not sure about the different types-oh, alright. Well, my daughter is rather mischievous, and keeps sneaking out... Yes, my daughter. Just a few hours ago she was attacked on a street very close to our home. Oh, thank you. I'll tell her you said that. Pardon me? Oh she's fine now. Oh, yes. I was saying that since she's so good at giving our guards the slip, we should take a different approach-yes, that's why I called. Right away... how soon? Oh, that's great! No, I'm not familiar with any of your people... hmm. How about this. I can pay you any sum you want, and the one you send here any salary he chooses-just send me the very best you have. Yes, the best one from the best company. Well, tell me all about him." There was a long pause on Kenji's end. Fabulous! I did want the best of the best. Alright. When exactly? No, the time of day. Yes. Really? That's perfect. I thank you very, very much. You too, goodbye."
He hung up the phone.
"That was rather easy," he said to himself.
The door to his office opened, and a man with long, white hair stepped in.
"Oh, hello, Artemis. What brings you here?"
"I'm afraid I have some bad news, Mr. President."
"Artemis, we're not in public. You've been my good friend for years-please, call me Kenji."
"Alright, Kenji," he began, "I have information regarding the man who attempted to take Ms. Tsukino-"
"Usagi."
"Yes... well, the man who tried to take Usagi... he managed to escape the police force. He broke away before he was properly taken into custody."
"How did that happen?"
"First I should tell you the whole story. Ms. Tsu-Usagi's friend, Minako Aino, told us the story. She wasn't as upset as Usagi was."
"That Minako... Go on, and please, sit down."
Artemis took a seat in front of Kenji's desk. "Ms. Aino told us that she and Usagi had gone to the carnival for the night. When they were loading things they had gotten and the carnival into Ms. Aino's car, on of Usagi's prizes was blown off of the top of the vehicle. She went after it, but was jumped by the man. Ms. Aino had almost been jumped herself, but managed to ward off her attacker. Apparently Ms. Aino's new car had a flat tire, it was punctured. We assumed that it was damaged so that the girls could not get away if they managed to escape the attackers."
"Alright."
"Since the tire was in such a bad state, Ms. Aino got her car jack and spare tire out of the trunk of her car to change it, while Usagi was across the street. It was very lucky that she turned around when she did and had the jack in her hands already, because she was able to knock out her own attacker. Soon after she was alright, she saw that Usagi was being taken away. Ms. Aino used the jack to knock the other man unconscious. The next time Ms. Aino turned around to look at the man who had jumped her, he was gone. She did get a decent look at him, and we have a picture of both men's faces. The reason the police were able to get there when they did is because a middle-aged man saw the man who tried to get Minako try to jump her, and when he saw her run over to Usagi and the other man, he called the police."
"It's still unfortunate that neither of them are in our custody. Our police force is doing a terrible job. They should have handcuffed the man immediately."
"They were about to, but he became unconscious and ran off. They tracked him, but he had disappeared. He has obviously been trained to make himself nearly invisible. We believe that the men were in cohorts with each other, although he have not been able to identify either as of yet. Our experts in the field, however, are working on it as we speak."
"That's good. At least they're doing something right." He scowled. "Though I still can't believe he got away."
"I feel the same way." There was a knock on the door. "Come in," said Kenji. The door opened to reveal a tall man.
"Oh, I'm sorry, am I interrupting?" he said.
"Ah, Taiki! We were just talking about you," said Kenji.
"No doubt about the identity of the two men who attacked your daughter and her friend last night."
"Exactly. Do you know who they were yet?"
"Well, Yaten and I have managed to identify the one who attempted to kidnap your daughter, but we have yet to uncover the one who was after her friend."
"Very well, tell me about this man. We need to get him as soon as possible."
"Well, his name is Rubeus Brenton, and we have a file of information for you. He's committed some minor crimes in the past, but nothing too major."
"I think I'll read the file, and let you get back to your work. I want these men found as quickly as possible. It... gave me quite a scare when I heard that my daughter had almost been taken away from me."
"I can imagine it would. We're doing our best to track him down. Yaten's still going, and I'll join him again when I get back. I felt the need to give you this information first. Haruka's just waiting to get her hands on this guy. And that woman's skills are impeccable."
"Thank you, your help is greatly appreciated."
"Thank you Mr. President, and have a good night."
"You too, Taiki." Taiki left the room, leaving Artemis and Kenji alone again. "Artemis, I have a job for you."
"Alright."
"Because of the recent incident, I've done some heavy thinking about Usagi. She's a very unique girl. She's quite bright, and very creative. I have no idea, however, how she can escape the United States Secret Service so easily. It infuriates me to no end! I love her dearly, and I do fear for her safety every day. But ever more so after tonight. My guards are very good at what they do, Artemis. Yet Usagi... she's better. It's very strange... but that's not the point. The point is, I have to put an end to this. I can't allow her to put herself in danger so carelessly."
"I agree."
"I've decided that instead of restricting her activities and having several very good guards protecting her all day, but with regard to her privacy, I'll take another approach. I just called up a man I know named Umino, who is very good with computers and research, and a fact checker for The Washington Post. He knows where to get the best of everything. I asked him where I could find the best personal guard service, and he directed me to a service agency up in New York. I plan to have one superb guard for my daughter that is with her every moment. Thanks to Umino, I was set on the right track."
"Ah, Umino. The one with the big glasses?"
"That's the one."
"I thought so. Poor Ami, having to spend so much time around him. She really dislikes his personality. But that girl's nice to everyone."
"Yeah, she really is a real sweetheart. Anyway, Umino got me in touch with a Mr. Tomoe, who is the head of the agency. Mr. Tomoe and I talked for a while, and I got him to send me the very best man in his company."
"That's great, Kenji."
"This man is an expert in everything you could possibly think of and more. He's excellent in hand-to-hand combat; even unarmed he's lethally dangerous. He's brilliant with any gun, knows how to use every kind known to man-and he can use them well. He's extremely fit; he's strong, has great endurance, and is remarkably fast. His reflexes are more than impressive, and he can think faster than you can blink. He knows what to do in any sticky situation, he's bright, damn inventive, and quite intelligent. He can kill any man thrice his size-which are hard to find-in more ways then you could ever think of. He can track a person like a bloodhound, and has more determination than anyone we know. He can crack codes, hack computers, and is fluent in sixteen languages. This man is an indestructible, killing machine. And guess what? He's only twenty-two. Barely an adult. And apparently, he's a great guy, too. Kind of scary how he could be so good at everything... I sure would hate to get on his bad side. Of course, this all comes from his employer. But Mr. Tomoe seems like an honest man."
"...Wow, Kenji. Are you sure this man is a human?" Kenji laughed.
"Actually, I'm not sure. He sounds like some creation to me-I don't know how someone can be so good at everything. But I'm glad we're getting him. I want the best for Usagi. I will not tolerate anyone hurting her. She's already been hurt... you should've seen her when we first got her back. She was terrified-completely disoriented."
"I know I would be too, if I were her. The poor girl, she's such a great kid. I don't think there is anyone who could ever truly dislike her."
"I'm very proud of her. But her and her sneaking out! Sometimes I want to curse that brilliant mind of hers. And that Minako. If I didn't like her so much, I'd tell Usagi not to hang around her anymore. Unfortunately, I love Minako, too. Oh, well. What can you do in situations like this, anyway?"
"Hire an insanely talented bodyguard."
"Very nice. Now, what I want you to do. Tomorrow, I'd like you to pick him up the Washington Dulles International Airport. His flight gets in at 6:35 AM, and I have the flight information for you... right.." He grabbed a paper off of his desk which was just faxed to him. "...here." Kenji handed the paper to Artemis. And with that, I'm going to bed. I suggest you do then same, my friend. Man, is Usagi going to hate me tomorrow."
"I'm sure she'll adjust in time."
"I sure hope so."
"Oh, wait, Kenji. This paper was cut off at the top, I can't read the... er... I think it's his name, I'm not sure. But that's not on here, so that's what it most likely is. So, Kenji, what is the name of this invincible man?"
"Seiya Kou."
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Usagi was guarded well that night. After the attempted kidnapping, her father had stationed his best five guards to protect Usagi; which happened to be her only real friends in the Secret Service. The men had been in the service ever since she had moved into the White House, and they became fast friends. Usagi was a likeable person, it was hard not to like her in the first place. She just happened to become close to these five fast.
Their names were Kunzite, Jadeite, Nephrite, Zoicite, and Mamoru. She was especially close to Kunzite and Jadeite, and really good friends with Nephrite, Zoicite, and Mamoru. Usagi was just the kind of girl who everybody liked-people were drawn to her friendly personality. She genuinely cared about others, and people loved her for it. She didn't mind as much when they were on guard duty for her, and only snuck out when other guards were watching her.
She felt bad lurking away from these men, as it was their job to protect her, and they were, after all, her friends. Even if Jadeite and Kunzite glared at every guy she had ever dated. She had only dated three, though, so it wasn't that bad. Although... all three of them had to put up with her five friendly guards, especially Jadeite and Kunzite. They were like over-protective brothers-literally. Any boy would be scared of a man glaring at him whose job was to protect the woman he was on a date with-especially when the man was carrying a gun and most likely many other weapons on his person.
If Usagi had to turn to one of the men, it was usually Jadeite, who was closer to her in age and shared more common interests-though she loved them both the same. Kunzite was more older-brtoher than friend, and Kadeite was more friend than older-brother. But they were very close in the way their relationships were with Usagi.
Currently stationed outside of her door were Zoicite and Nephrite, Mamoru was outside her window, and her two closest friends, Jadeite and Kunzite, were keeping watch over her in her actual bedroom. She was still very scared after the near-abduction, and was relieved that she had them watching over her. Usagi's protectors were very loyal and dedicated to her, often calling her 'Princess' as an affectionate nickname. At first she hadn't liked it, but it grew on her in time, and now it made her happy that they had bestowed another name on her.
Right after she had gone into her room and changed into her pajamas, she had gotten in bed, saying goodnight to her guards.
That night, Usagi was plagued by terrible nightmares. She kept dreaming about being taken away, being alone, cold, and afraid. Many times during the course of the night found one or both of her bedroom guards sitting on her bed, holding her hand to comfort her. One dream was so terrifying that she had awoken with a start and had softly cried out, tears running down her pretty face.
Jadeite and Kunzite were at her side in a second, asking Usagi if she was alright and trying to calm her down. Nephrite and Zoicite had burst into the room, guns out and ready. Mamoru had used the required walkie talkie to find out what had happened after he had heard the noise, as it was faster then climbing up the wall to reach the second-story room or entering through another door (though he could easily scale the wall if he had to, they were all well-trained for tough situations).
When the two men stationed in Usagi's room had reassured the others of her safety, they all returned to their positions However, the two in her bedroom set up chairs on opposite sides of her bed to stay close to her through the night, in case she should encounter any harm in her dream-world. Kunzite and Jadeite stayed up all night long and even into the morning, making sure their 'Princess' was safe and sound.
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Usagi woke the next day at noon, finding two handsome men surrounding her; a sight any young woman would be delighted at. It was like she had a wall pf protection around her, and it made a warm feeling inside of her to know that the two were still watching out for her. Even if they were spaced out. But they were still awake, and alert enough to protect her if need be.
Jadeite was the first to notice her stirring and waking up, and he smiled at her. She had gotten through the rest of the night without any trouble, and it made him happy.
"How's my Princess doing this morning?" he asked. After yawning and stretching, Usagi turned to her friend.
"Mmm... I'm doing much better, thank you. I really appreciate you two staying with me, I just had the worst dreams..."
"Well then, I'm glad you're okay now," said Kunzite, joining the conversation. "You know, Usa, you gave us quite a scare in the middle of the night."
"Sorry about that..." Usagi replied.
"Oh, don't be!" said Jadeite.
Usagi smiled at them. "Aw, I love you guys..."
There was a sharp knock on the door. Usagi sat up slowly, still a little drowsy. Kunzite and Jadeite both stood up quickly and took out their guns, aiming them at the door. They were trained that in times of danger, to always take precautions. Usagi was used to it.
"Who is it?" Usagi called out.
"Luna." The men lowered their weapons, but still held onto them.
"Oh, come in!"
Luna, the woman who helped out the ladies in the white house, entered the room. "Good morning, Usagi! Or should I say... good afternoon? I've just come to deliver a message, Diana's ill today." Diana, the daughter of Luna and Artemis, was the White House's unofficial messenger. She lived there with her parents, and Kenji had given her the little job to occupy her time-and even gave her a salary.
"Oh, that's too bad," said Usagi. "Tell her she has my sympathies and that I hope she gets better quickly."
"Of course, she'll be glad to hear that-she really likes you. Now, your father has asked me to tell you that he'd like to speak with you, though I don't know what about."
Usagi groaned and flopped back on her pillows. She just knew he was going to lecture her about last night. "Alright, tell him I'll be out in a few."
"I will." Luna left the room.
"Kunzite and Jadeite-you can put your weapons away now! It's freaking me out, and there's no immediate danger." They complied, and said that they'd be waiting for her outside when she was done dressing and freshening up.
Twenty minutes later, Usagi stepped outside her room and into the hall. She was wearing a light pink sundress that almost reached her knees. It had one-inch thick straps, and showed off her elegant shoulders, and smooth, creamy skin. She wore matching pink sandals, with a one-inch heel. They were nice, but comfortable. Her hair was done as it usually was, in two little buns atop her head.
Usagi gave the four men outside her room a bright smile. Nephrite contacted Mamoru and told him that he could join them, as Usagi was out of her room.
"He stayed out there all night? I thought that only Kunzite and Jadeite-"
"We all stayed up, Princess," said Zoicite. "Mamoru, Nephrite, and I stood up the whole time, too. The two with you got lucky and got to sit!"
"Oh, no! Tell me you didn't really stand up all night!"
"Okay, we didn't really. We all sat down after a while. But we did stay wide awake."
"You all didn't have to do that-"
"It's our job, Usa. We've got to protect our little Princess," said Mamoru, entering the hall."I've just run into your father, and he's still expecting you. We'll escort you there."
"Oh no, that's okay. All five of you don't have to... its really not necessary."
"But we want to, Usagi," said Kunzite. "Now come on, your father's waiting."
And so, an irritated Usagi went with all five of her protectors to see her father. It was slightly embarrassing-they completely surrounded her. Mamoru led, in front of her, Nephrite and Zoicite walked behind her, and Kunzite and Jadeite were to her left and right, respectively.
As Usagi and company walked to her father's office, they passed by the kitchen on the right. As soon as Usagi smelled the food, she abruptly stopped, nearly having the two behind her run into her.
"Now, now, Princess, you missed breakfast already. You can have lunch later, your father is still waiting," said Kunzite.
"But-"
"Sorry, Usagi, but we really do have to see your father."
"Oh, come on, Kunzite. Just a little snack?"
"I really am sorry, but I have a feeling he's mad."
"Oh, alright. But as soon as he's done I'm coming to eat!"
"Of course!"
Usagi reluctantly continued past the kitchen. They continued in silence, until Jadeite stopped.
"Oh, I just remembered something. You go on ahead, I'll cath up. I forgot to bring something."
"Oh, okay..." said Kunzite, looking at his friend skeptically. Jadeite went back in the opposite direction as the rest of the party went on.
Not two minutes later, Jadeite came back. He had obviously sprinted to his destination and back, because they had heard his fast footsteps approach, and he was breathing a little faster.
"Hey, Usa. I just happened to find this lying around, and thought you might like to have it." I spoil this girl rotten, he thought, as he handed her a gigantic chocolate-chip muffin. She laughed joyfully and took the food, then hugged him.
"You're too good to me, honestly! You really didn't have to do that, Jadeite."
"Nothing's too good for the Princess, and besides, I just happened to find it."
"Warm and fresh out of the oven?"
"Oh, yeah. Also... Motoki saw you eyeing the kitchen. When I went in, he already had one in his hand. He's one smart chef, that Motoki. He said he knew that one of us was going to come back in there."
"Ah, Motoki..."
"Oh, crap! Your dad is gonna be so mad, Usagi! Eat that, fast. I know you can do it. Now, let's go."
They resumed their walking again, though a little faster.
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"Come one, Usagi! Just one more bite! Chew and swallow faster!" Zoicite said as the party reached the door to Kenji's office. She didn't want to be eating a muffin in the Oval Office.
"Mmph! I'm fying, Oifite! Leaf me awone!" She scarfed down the last bit quickly.
"Nice one, Princess. That was pretty impressive!"
"Thanks, I take pride in how well I can be a pig when I try."
"Okay, Usagi, here we are." Mamoru opened the door and entered first-standard procedure. Kunzite then held the door for her, and she smiled in thanks. The rest followed her in, though they didn't surround her like before.
"Glad you decided to come, dear," he said with sarcasm.
"Anytime, dad," she said with false sweetness. "So, what did you have to tell me?"
"Usagi, why don't you have a seat." She looked at him with suspicion, but did as he suggested in the chair across from him. "Kunzite, you and the others can go. I'm sure you're exhausted. Plus, I need to speak with my daughter alone."
I knew it! Lectures... I hate them! Jadeite shot her a sympathetic look and followed the others out the door. No, Jadeite, wait! Don't leave me alone with him! Jadeite, Kunzite, come back! Aaaaah... damn. "...So, what's up?"
"I know you're expecting a lecture on you disobeying me again."
Damn.
"However, that's not why you're here."
What?
"Since you seem to be able to get out of this house and wander around all the time, and since you were almost kidnapped last night, I've decided to try something different."
That doesn't sound very good...
"I'm going to stop having the Secret Service being around you all the time..."
"Okay..." Brilliant, but there's a catch, I just know it.
"You'll have your privacy, and be allowed to go out wherever and whenever you choose, within reason..."
"Okay..." Now I know there HAS to be a catch.
"You'll basically be able to do whatever you want, no restrictions. You won't have to sneak out anymore. However..."
There it is. "However?"
"However, you will be under supervision. At all times, every day, all day. But the Secret Service will leave you alone, and you may do as you wish."
WHAT? NO FREAKIN WAY AM I AGREEING TO THIS! "What?"
"I made a few phone calls last night, Usagi."
"Dad-"
"I have hired a man who will serve as your personal bodyguard for as long as it is necessary."
"...WHAT?" The five men outside the door cringed at Usagi's anger.
"You now have a bodyguard, Usagi. He will be by your side constantly, and you will not leave his sight unless you are using the restroom or changing."
"Dad, I absolutely refuse to-"
"I am not allowing you to refuse, Usagi. This is for your own good. I will not have something happen to you again."
"Dad, this is even worse then having the whole Secret Service guarding me! I don't want some random guy who I barely know become my siamese twin! And I most certainly will not let some random guy follow me everywhere!"
"Yes, you will. He will eat with you, and we're having another bed set up in your room for him to sleep in. There will be no moment during the day or at night when you are alone."
"YOU WANT A STRANGE MAN TO SLEEP IN MY ROOM? THAT IS SO... INAPPROPRIATE!" Her five friends outside all cringed again.
"USAGI TSUKINO! Either I have this one man be with you at all times, or I will assign TWENTY men in the Secret Service to do the exact same thing!"
"This is ludicrous! This is an invasion of my privacy, dad! I am not a little girl anymore! I am an adult, and you have no right to-"
"Usagi, that is enough. I am not changing my mind."
She growled in frustration. "I'll lock myself in my room! I'll run away! I'll have Mina's parents adopt me! I'll-"
"Usagi, this man in brilliant. He will pick that lock in ten seconds, he'll track you down in minutes, and he will follow you to Minako's house and bring you back!"
"He will not! I won't let him!"
"I am sorry that this upsets you, Usagi. But it's for your protection. You have no choice in this matter, and I apologize. It has to be done. You have much more freedom now, be grateful for that. And now, you'll have to excuse me, because I have a meeting to go to." He stood to leave and headed for the door.
"DAD, I WILL NOT LET YOU DO THIS!" Usagi stood up, and the chair was pushed back a foot from the force.
"Usagi, I already have."
"What?"
"He's already arrived and signed a contract. He's being debriefed as we speak. You'll meet him before dinner. He's extremely good at what he does, and you'll be safe with him, I promise. He's not a bad guy, you'll get along. I have to go, I'll see you later, Usagi." And he left. As soon as he was out of the room, Usagi's five friends rushed in. They knew she was about to explode from her fury, and they would try to calm her down. She was their Princess, after all. They had to take care of her.
"Ooooh... I HATE THAT MAN!"
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Kunzite, Zoicite, Nephrite, and Mamoru had all gone to go sleep as Kenji had suggested. After staying up all night, they were exhausted. Jadeite decided to stay with Usagi, however, as she was still really upset. Although, now, she was more sad upset the angry upset. Like promised, Usagi got to go to the kitchen and eat. She sat in the cooking area with Jadeite on a stool, keeping Motoki company as he made her a snack.
"Hey, Usagi, what's wrong? You look so down..."
"It's my dad... he's just so.. ugh! I'm sorry, Motoki, I'm just in a bad mood right now." She sighed and looked at the ground.
Ask later, mouthed Jadeite to Motoki behind Usagi's back, and Motoki nodded.
"Well, cheer up! Very soon you'll have three entire batches of chocolate chip cookies in front of you." Usagi smiled sweetly.
"Thanks Motoki, it's really nice of you to do this for me. Hey, have you seen Makoto around anywhere?"
"Not today. Which is kind of strange... but anyway, I like making cookies. So, it's no problem! I made so many of them because I like them too. We can all chow down together. Here, you can lick the bowl."
An hour later, the last batch of cookies was taken out of the oven. The first batch was almost gone, with both Usagi and Motoki eating them. Usagi had finally persuaded Jadeite to go get some sleep, and promised to save him some cookies for later. It took a while, but eventually he agreed. Usagi told Motoki all about her dad and her new bodyguard while they ate, and Motoki expressed his sympathy and tried to cheer her up as best he could. They chatted amiably for a while, enjoying each other's company, and Usagi enjoying her last few hours as a free woman.
"Usagi, I have to go for a few minutes and round up my cooking team. We have to start making dinner soon, and I have no idea where some have wandered off to. Will you be okay by yourself for a while? I know your dad's been worried and having you be watched all the time..."
"Oh, don't worry about it. It'll be nice to have some alone time, I won't exactly have any for a while after today..."
"Cheer up Usagi, it'll all be fine, you'll see. Hey, you might even become friends with this guy."
"Yeah, right."
"Well, I gotta go. But be happy, Usagi! And eat those cookies!"
"Thanks, Motoki." After he left, Usagi sighed and took another cookie. She really wished Minako was with her then, she was kind of lonely. She sat there for several minutes in total silence.
Usagi was suddenly startled by a voice speaking to her from behind. "Hey, this seat taken?" She yelped and almost fell off of her chair, but the person caught and steadied her before she could fall. "Whoa, be careful!" Usagi turned around to face them.
It was a tall man with black hair tied in a low ponytail at the bottom of his neck. He had blue eyes, and was wearing a shirt that was the same color. He wore black slacks, matching his raven hair. He was well built, but not overly so and bulky. Usagi noted that ...
He was very attractive.
"Thanks," she said to him, flashing a small smile. "Though you really freaked me out..."
"Ah, sorry about that. Now," he smirked, and continued, "you still haven't answered my question." She looked at him, confused.
"Excuse me?" He leaned up against the counter, then gestured to the stool next to Usagi's.
"Is this seat taken?"
"Oh. No, not at the moment." He sat down next to her. "Care for a cookie?"
"Sure. But first, allow me to introduce myself... I don't think we've met before." She was a little surprised that he didn't recognize her, but she was happy to be with someone who thought she was a normal person and not a celebrity.
"You're right." Usagi held out her hand. "My name is Usagi." The man took her hand and shook it.
"Nice to meet you, Usagi. My name is Seiya."
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And they meet! Aw, yay.
If you've read DLS, you'll recognize a lot of outfits from it. I've been too lazy to come up with new ones, haha.
And yeah... I totally hate how that phone convo turned out. But it would've been worse if I had tried to write both sides, because I know NOTHING about bodyguards any stuff. I usually do internet research for stuff I don't know, and this one was hard. I did get some info on it, but it was too much effort for just a phone call. So, yeah.
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.
PS!
Latest chapter of Dirty Little Secret is out, my other Seiya/Usagi fic.
Laters!