Hi Everyone! Long time no see. Sorry it has been an extremely long time since I have updated, so hopefully some of you will still remember this story. I apologize for how long it has been, I've been busy with work and then I'm starting school Jan 8th, 2007. So please comment and let me know what you think. Sorry for any grammar or spelling errors ahead of time.

Ok now for disclaimers: I don't own sailor moon or gundam wing so don't sue me cause all I have is Heero and Joaquin Phoenix and a lot of cds you can't have any of them.

Makoto picked up her duffel bag and looked around her old room for one last time. She sighed deeply and closed her eyes letting her mind flood with memories. She opened her eyes and walked out of the room closing the door behind her. Standing in the hall was Minako smiling sadly at her knowing that there was nothing she could say to change her best friend's mind.

"You ready?" Makoto was shaken out of her pensive state. She nodded slowly and followed Minako into the living area and looked around.

She remembered when they first got this place. Makoto was apprehensive about living with someone since she had been alone for so long, but in the end things worked out. They had some great times in this apartment, all the sleepovers, dinners and birthdays. Makoto stared out at the balcony where when they were together, Mamoru and her would cuddle and talk. Everything brought tears to her eyes.

"Minako, I'm so sorry." Makoto dropped her bag and hugged her best friend crying. Minako at first surprised but then slowly melted into the hug, rubbing her friend's back.

"I didn't mean for this to happen."

"Shhh. Its ok, Makoto. I know you have to do this, I understand." Makoto looked up at her with a tear stained face, "I know you will come back one day. Plus I got Artemis to keep me company." she smiled sadly. Makoto let her go and walked over to said cat sitting on the coffee table. She picked him up and hugged him.

"You take good care of Minako, ne?" Makoto asked the cat, her response was a meow. Both girls laughed as she put him back down. Makoto retrieved her parcel and followed Minako to the door where they grabbed their keys. Makoto turned around one last time and walked out.

Kyoto, Japan

Makoto was singing along to her radio as she drove past the college that she would start attending on Monday. Several people outside discussing their weekend plans and couples holding hands and walking. She smiled as she pulled into the parking complex under her apartments. Everything had been moved by her and her friends slowly over the past month which had gone by fast. All she had was her duffle and several of her going away presents which she insisted she didn't need. But when you have stubborn friends they wont take no for an answer, their only rule was that they were not to be opened until she arrived in her new home.

The elevator ride up wasn't so bad, she was on the 4th floor. She got off and walked a little ways and pulled out her new keys. Once inside she took off her shoes and placed the duffle in her room, she was already mostly unpacked anything that wasn't taken care of was in the guest bedroom. Mostly pictures of her family and her friends. She grabbed the box which contained the presents and a sleeping black form.

"Luna, we're home." the cat woke up and stretched. Usagi had given Luna to Makoto as her going away gift, which she had declined first but Usagi had insisted, stating that Makoto and Luna had always gotten along a lot better then them, plus she would take good care of her. Luna licked Makoto's hand, to let her know she was hungry.

"My, my aren't we a little bossy?!" she laughed, as a mew was her answer, "fine, I guess I'm a little hungry myself." She walked into the kitchen and pulled out some tuna, felling too lazy to cook she made herself a sandwich and gave the rest to Luna on a plate. Once dinner was finished and dishes were washed, both girls hopped onto the couch with the box.

"Let's see what we got." she spoke pulling out the first gift from Minako:

Mako,

I will miss you dearly. Don't forget to write or call. And don't forget I will be coming for visits, I hoped you like your gift!

Love Always,

Minako

She opened the box, inside was a beautiful black picture frame that has green writing stating 'Good Times'. The picture was taken at Makoto's 21st surprise birthday party. Makoto was told that it was going to be a small dinner party and Minako was cooking, which was what she was worried about. Instead when she got home all her friends were there. They had so much fun and got drunk of their asses. That was also the night that Mamoru had told her he loved her for the first time. The picture contained all of her friends surrounding her and in the middle Mamoru and her were locked in a tight embrace. She sighed and placed the picture aside. The next two presents was from Ami and Rei:

Mako-Chan,

We will miss you and want you to know we will always

be there. Please keep us informed of how you are doing

and if any new love interests should arise!!

Your Friends,

Rei and Ami

The first was a charm for good luck from Rei for Makoto to hang over her door. The other was a planner from Ami for Makoto to keep a schedule of work and school, write down her homework (you know Ami), and to keep track of special events. Smiling she pulled out a letter knowing who it was from:

Makoto,

Do not forget to bring more of your baked goods when you to visit. I will surely starve until then

and miss you. I know Luna will take good care of you and you her. She will keep you company. I

know I have not been a good friend as of recently, but want you to know that I am sorry about what

happened and should know better then to have something come between us. After all us girls have

to stick together. Just know

that I love you and never meant to hurt you.

Your Friend,

Usagi

She sighed heavily while wiping her eyes. Knowing that she was apologizing for her actions. It hurt, but she was happy Usagi acknowledged why she was leaving. Shaking herself out of her thoughts her eyes fell to the last gift and note attached:

Makoto-hime,

Do take care of yourself. We will miss you dearly especially Haruka and Hotaru. Haruka is saying

she does not know why she had put you in charge of training Hotaru in her combat, she says that she

hits too much like a girl. I swear she never stops. We do wish to come visit you when we have time

and Hotaru was wondering if she could come and stay with you during her break? Just let us know

and keep informed on how your doing. Especially if you should find a boyfriend please let me know

first so I can explain to Haruka how she may not beat him up or grill him whether or not he is

worthy to be with you. We love you and miss. By the way Hotaru picked out the gift and she hopes

you like it.

With Love Your Friends,

Michiru, Haruka, Hotaru, and Setsuna

Makoto pulled out a box and opened it. She reached in slowly pulled out a beautiful lamp made of crystal and was in the shape of a weeping willow tree, it had a slight tint in the crystal to make it look green. She smiled with happiness and placed the lamp on her side table and lit it. Then picking up the picture frame and charm she placed the picture frame on her coffee table and hung the charm.

She walked into the second bedroom and pulled out the last two boxes she yet to unpack. Opening them up, there were picture frames and albums inside, the albums went on the top of the bookshelf next to her balcony. The many picture frames went on the walls in the hall and one of her and all her friends from high school went on the table by the front door. After an hour or so of organizing her frames she looked around feeling at home, she then looked at the time. Gasping at how late it was she picked Luna and proceeded to her bedroom. She changed into her pajamas and climbed into bed with Luna and smiled. She felt at home, and tomorrow was a new day.

The next morning she realized was when she was supposed to go and organize her work schedule she got up at around 6am, took a shower and dressed in an a-line black skirt and button up green dress shirt. On her feet where black platform shoes and she wore her hair in a bun with a few curls loose to frame her face. Lip gloss adorned her peach lips and black eyeliner and mascara lit up her face. She proceeded to the kitchen where she had a glass of orange juice and toast. Feeding Luna and grabbing her purse and new planner she walked towards her new job.

Makoto reached the fifth level which was where his office was located, she made her way to the receptionist desk, where a young girl about her own age was sitting with short red hair and hazel eyes hidden behind black framed glasses.

"Good Morning, Can I help you?" she asked in a sweet voice.

"Yes, I have an appointment with Mr. Mizuno. My name is Makoto Kino." she informed.

"Alright, just have a seat and I'll get him for you."

Makoto sat close to the entrance on a black sofa andstared out at the view. She had waited about 5 to 10 minutes before he showed up. She stood up fixing her skirt.

"Sorry to have kept you waiting, Makoto. Follow me into my office." they passed several cubicles and came to a corner office with a view of the park behind the building. Mr. Mizuno was a very nice man who was in his late forties who was tall and very handsome for his age with black hair and brown eyes. According to Ami he was her estranged Father's brother, but kept in contact with Ami and her mother saying that he had liked them and that his brother was an idiot for letting them go.

"Have a seat." She sat in leather chair as he sat behind his desk.

"Unfortunely I have some good news and bad news." This didn't sound good, Makoto started to get nervous, "the position has already been filled."

"But you gave me a month to think it over and I just quit my job back home and am enrolled in this school. How am I supposed to get by, I can't believe this!" Makoto exclaimed getting upset.

"Makoto, claim down. That was the bad news, the good news is that I have a data entry position opening. You can choose between which shift you want. Plus the pay a little more higher." He winked. She released a large amount of air and smiled brightly.

"What are the shifts?" She asked getting out her planner.

"What is your school schedule?" he asked pulling out a manila folder filled with papers.

"Well I have classes Monday thru Wednesday from 7am to 1pm and Thursday thru Friday 7am thru 12am. I don't have classes Saturday and Sunday. And I start next Monday." she looked up waiting in hope.

"Well let me see what we have," he flipped thru the papers and stopped, "Monday thru Friday 3pm to10pm and Saturday 7am to 3pm, with half hour lunches. Work dress Monday thru Friday and casual on Saturday within our standards of course. What do you say?"

"Of course I will take it, when can I start?" She started to write everything he had just told her.

"Tomorrow if you are available." He stood up, she followed suit and shook his hand.

"That would be wonderful. I can get used to this before school starts. Thank you so much for all you have done for me." She smiled brightly and he smiled back.

"No, thank you. See you tomorrow Makoto at 3pm." He walked her to the elevator.

"Have a good night sir." she shook his hand once more and stepped into the elevator she closed her eyes as the doors closed. Everything was falling into place..

Later that Day

Makoto had gone home and changed into a black sundress with cherries on it and red strappy sandals. She put her hair into a low braid that was held in place with her signature ponytail holder. She was walking her school campus looking around for the book store, to buy the books for her classes. She pulled out a map of the campus and looked at it confused.

"Where is it?" She asked herself, scratching her head.

"Whatcha looking for Babe?? She heard a flirtatious voice asked behind her.

"None of your business" she ignored him, she didn't want to deal with irritating guys at the moment.

"Well talking to yourself can't help anything. I mean you haven't answered yourself yet, have you?" He joked. What he didn't notice was her fists were clenching the map. She spun around and glared him down.

"Look I didn't ask for your help so don't give me any of your snide remarks." he was thrown off by her reaction and appearance. He eyed her up and down noticing feminine curves that she was blessed with, beautiful angry emerald eyes with specks of gold and curly auburn hair in a loose braid, plus she was pretty tall probably 2 or 3 inches shorter than he.

"No need to get upset pussycat." he purred. Who the hell was this guy thinking he could talk to her like this. Even if he is cute, she thought, eyeing him with a glare. He had long chestnut brown hair pulled into a braid and a muscular build, standing at about 5'8" or 5'9" with smirking purple orbs, at least he's not ugly

"Don't call me pussycat. I'm not some mindless girl that is begging you to get into my pants, now if you excuse me…"

"Why didn't you say so, pussycat? We could go back to my place and…" before he could finish he was on his butt holding his nose and she was still in a fighting stance. A platinum blonde man ran over apologizing for his friend's actions.

"I am so sorry Miss. You have to mind Duo, he gets his big mouth into trouble and never knows to keep it shut." he said very sincerely. He had the face of a young boy with mature jade eyes and pale skin, he was lean and stood about 5'7".

"What did you say this time, Duo?" He said kneeling to help his friend up.

"He called me pussycat and invited me back to his place." Makoto said. The friend shook his head.

"Why do you always get yourself into these Predicaments?" His friend voiced as if this was the 500th time telling him.

"You know how I am Quatre." Duo said dusting himself off, "Sorry about that Miss…" he began to say waiting for a name.

"I really should be going. I need to find the book store before they close." She began to turn away.

"Wait Miss. We can show you where the book store is and treat you to lunch for Duo's rude behavior." Quatre said smiling, Duo nodded from behind him.

"That's quite alright. I wouldn't Want to burden you, I'm sure you have classes to get to." she said, once again trying to leave.

"Nonsense. We just finished our last class for today. Besides I would really like to make up for what happened." he said with a sincere smile and somewhat puppy dog eyes. Damn he is like Minako with that face. Oh well maybe it won't be so bad and I don't want to hurt his feelings.

"Ok. But he better behave himself or I am leaving." she sighed pointing at Duo. Both men smiled brightly.

"Scouts' honor" Duo replied holding up two fingers and winking.

"Duo you weren't a scout." Quatre sweat dropped. Duo scratched his head.

"Oh yeah" all three laughed at this as they began to walk in the right direction.

"Oh, how rude of myself. I didn't introduce ourselves. I'm Quatre Winner and this is my friend Duo Maxwell." he said shaking her hand and Duo following pursuit.

"I'm Makoto Kino. Nice to meet you." She said accepting both handshakes.

"Miss Makoto, are you new here? If you don't mind me asking." Quatre replied as they began walking.

"Yes, to this school and city. And please call me Makoto." she said walking beside him.

"Really? Where are you from?" he asked.

"Tokyo." she replied. they had reached the book store and continued to talk once inside. Later on at the cafe where they had gone to lunch, they exchanged phone numbers to get together sometime. Duo and Quatre told her they would have to take her out to explore the town and meet new people once she was settled in at work and school and home. She agreed, feeling a connection growing with the two, a new friendship was beginning and she was looking forward to it.

Don't worry she isn't hooking up with them. She still has new ppl to meet(hint ;P hint). Anyways please comment and let me know what you think, I will start working on a new chappie but who knows how long it will take to get that out. My email has changed to Well that is all for now.

Ja Ne

-Earth Raven :)