A/N: Yay Chapter Seven! This one is rather long but I hope you enjoy it! ^^

Disclaimer: Still don't own anything!

Chapter Seven: Usagi's Drunken Heart

Usagi was one of the first to arrive at the small café the following weekend she and Minako wanted set up with their other friends. Lucky for them, everyone was available. Usagi was the most happy out of them all considering her week was horrible. Although, she did feel really guilty about what she had said to Haruka that day at her apartment. Perhaps she was being too harsh and wasn't trying to see Haruka's situation. After all, she wasn't the type to just throw away what she and Michiru have for some lousy love-sick puppy like Usagi. She had to admit though, being rejected by someone else you really love still gave her pains in her chest.

"Wow Usagi-chan, I'm impressed you actually showed up on time," Rei greeted her blonde friend with a some-what sarcastic smile. "You're growing up so fast."

"Ha, ha very funny Rei-chan," Usagi replied feeling annoyed and betrayed. Rei was always picking on Usagi ever since they met. So it didn't surprise Usagi really, but she was hoping her fire warrior would at least be grateful she didn't have to prepare a 'you're late again' speech.

"We're very proud of you Usagi-chan," Ami said with a warm smile as she and Makoto joined the girls in the booth. "I'm sure that's what Rei-chan meant." she turns to the raven haired woman. "Right?"

"Sure," Rei replied as she sipped the water the waitress had placed for them as soon as they arrived.

Usagi shot her friend a mean look. However, she decided to let that comment slide. She knew Rei cared about her, even though the woman was out of line sometimes. Not to mention Usagi had enough drama in her life already.

"Well I'm glad I got to see you guys again," Usagi smiled as she picked up her glass of water. She paused and chugged the liquid in one gulp. Everyone seemed to stop and look at her with amazement. This girl couldn't walk and eat ice cream at the same time, let alone drink an entire full glass of water in one breath.

Usagi caught her friend's attention as she took a huff of breath and set her glass down. "What?"

"You must have been thirsty," Rei said as she folded her arms in front of her.

"Yeah it's a little warm outside today," Usagi chuckled.

"So Usagi-chan," Minako began to speak, changing the subject. "You've been so distant with us lately. Is anything wrong? Is something going on with you and Mamoru?"

Usagi froze. She looked at Minako as if she wanted to ask, 'are you spying on me?' She then noticed the other girls staring at her as well with concerned looks. Should she tell them about her and Mamoru? Should she tell them about her falling for Haruka? Should she tell them she got her heart-broken again by the first woman she's ever had feelings for? All these questions gave Usagi a headache. They were worse than a math test in school.

Usagi rested her head on her hand and sighed heavily. She admitted defeat (even though she never gave her friends a battle to begin with) and nodded her head. "To be honest, I'm not really sure myself how things are going with me and Mamo-chan. We hardly ever see each other now. He's so caught up in his work that sometimes I feel like he really doesn't want to be with me anymore."

"But, you've always been busy after school these past few days," Minako replied. "If you aren't going to see him. Who are you seeing? Is it another guy?"

Usagi blushed. "No! It's... it's no one you guys know. She, uh, is just a friend I've hung out with for a while."

"You're not telling us something Usagi-chan," Rei got up in her friends face and gave the girl a stern look. "Are you cheating on Mamoru now?"

Usagi backed away and shook her head violently. "No! No, no, no, no! I would never cheat on Mamo-chan! I just made a new friend that's all! I'm sorry for not telling you guys, but I thought you'd be jealous."

"Why would we be jealous about you making new friends?" Makoto asked.

"I-I'm not!" Usagi began to laugh nervously. "Why would you guys? Hehe! You know, I think I remember her and me meeting up today to go... um..." she sees a bar across the street. "Clubbing! Yeah she sent me a text message yesterday because she wanted us to go to a bar! I totally forgot! Haha, I'm such an idiot!"

The four girls gave each other disgusted looks and turned to Usagi.

"You're not old enough to drink yet Usagi-chan," Ami pointed out. "Why is your friend taking you to a bar? Doesn't she know ow old you are?"

"I never said I was going to drink Ami-chan," Usagi laughed harder. "You guys are hilarious! I'm sorry but I have to go now. Can't keep her waiting!" she quickly scoots out of the booth and grabs her purse. She pulls out some money and hands it to Rei. "This should cover my shake and desert."

"Why don't you stay here until she shows up," Makoto suggested. "That way we can all meet her."

"Sorry Mako-chan, can't," Usagi quickly said. "She's very shy. She doesn't like meeting new people that much. But I'll ask her when I see her. Ok? Bye!"

Before anyone had the chance to stop her, Usagi was out of the restaurant and making a mad dash down the sidewalk.

"That girl hasn't change whatsoever," Rei said. "And, according to Pluto, she's going to be our Queen in a couple of years."

"Maybe she'll finally mature when she does," Ami replied.

"Yeah, when hell freezes over," Rei said. "There's something going on with her. And we're going to find out what it is."

"We are?" Makoto raised an eyebrow with curiosity. "How?"

"We're going to follow her to that bar," Rei gave her friends an evil smirk.

"I know someone who works there and he said we can stay in the dining area we just can't go to the bar. I'm sure Usagi-chan is smart enough to know to stay in that area," Minako joined in.

"Perfect," Rei said. "Let's go."

"I thought we were done with spying on people," Ami sighed as she moved out of the booth and joined her friends in their cooky plan. Spying on people was not something she enjoyed, but did anyway since her friends loved it. Even as adults.

"I need to get better friends."

Usagi stopped at the end of the corner to catch her breath. She leaned on the street sign and huffed loudly. The last time she ran like that was in high school when she was always constantly late. She was proud of herself for finally getting up everyday now to be on time, but a part of her wishes she was late sometimes to get her back into running everyday.

"I hope they bought that lame excuse," Usagi finally said to herself after moments of panting. "I'll make it up to them later. I'm sorry guys. I'm not ready to tell you about Haruka-san yet."

"Excuse me."

Usagi spun around to see what was talking to her. She felt her eyes widen as she immediately recognized the figure in front of her. "You! Your... your that angry woman! I...I mean you're that... I mean, who are you again?"

"My name is Miki," the woman replied. "I'm Mamoru's boss. And you must be his girlfriend... Usagi right?"

Usagi blinked in sudden shock. "How do you know?"

"Well he talks about you all the time," Miki said. "And you're the only girl that I see that hangs around this neighborhood that has long blonde hair with meatballs on top of her head. Or I'm just really lucky."

Usagi didn't say anything. 'Wow! This woman is really nice.' she let her mind do the talking. 'And she's even prettier up close. No wonder Mamo-chan is so attracted to her.'

"Well... um... if you're looking for Mamo-chan, I think he's at home," Usagi blurted out, not really sure if that was the right thing to say.

"Oh no I'm not looking for him," Miki smiled and stepped closer to Usagi. "I gave him the day off to rest. After all the work he's done for me, he deserves it. Actually, I'm glad I ran into you. I've wanted to meet you for a while now. But Mamoru tells me you're always busy."

"Well... sort of," Usagi replied.

"I hate to ask, but are you busy now?" Miki asked anyway. "I would really like to get to know you. How about I take you out? I know this great bar that has awesome food."

'So you can tell Mamo-chan about how clumsy I am so he'll break up with me again?' Usagi's mind suddenly jumped to conclusions. Usagi ignored the thought and gave Miki a rather fake smile and nodded. 'How pathetic can you get?'

"S-Sure," Usagi said feeling a little uncomfortable, trying her best to ignore the mean thoughts in her head. This woman was trying to steal Mamoru away from her and here she was, going out to eat with her. Usagi felt as if she had reached an all time low.

Miki smiled with delight and clapped her hands together. "Great. Let's go." she started to lead Usagi back towards the streets Usagi had made her sudden escape from her friends. Usagi felt a lump in her throat as she started to feel nervous about running into one of them. She would be in deep trouble and had some serious explaining to do if she did.

"Here we are," Miki pointed to the same bar Usagi blurted to her friends during her outburst at the café.

Usagi felt a sudden pain in her chest, as her mind started to scream at her, telling her this was a very bad idea. But of course, Usagi ignored her brain again so not to be rude to Mamoru's boss. Not to mention she was getting a free meal.

Miki led Usagi towards the front of the bar and flashed the very tall men her ID. Usagi did as well, but unfortunately was told she was not allowed to even touch an alcoholic beverage or go near the bar. She would have to stay in the dining area. Usagi rolled her eyes as if they were talking to a criminal. She knew the rules and didn't feel like getting arrested. Especially since she had to go to school on Monday. Her teachers probably wouldn't excuse 'hang over or time in jail' absences.

"Let's sit here," Miki suggested as she took a booth near the left side of the building, closest to the bar.

"Ok," Usagi nodded and smiled as she took her seat. "Um... thank you for inviting me."

"Sure," Miki replied. "Order whatever you like. My treat."

After ordering their drinks from the waiter, Usagi couldn't help but stare at Miki for a long while. She wanted to ask her about the other day, but Usagi thought that would be very rude. If Miki didn't want to talk about it, Usagi shouldn't ask bout it. Even though the curiosity was eating at her like a hungry animal hunting its prey.

"So um... h-how did you and Mamo-chan meet?" Usagi finally asked. "I mean... I know you're his boss, but how did he end up working for you? Like, how did Mamo-chan get the job? Did he apply with your company?"

Miki chuckled. "I guess you could say that?"

"Huh?" Usagi asked, now suddenly confused.

"Boy Mamoru didn't tell you anything did he?" Miki replied, feeling a little sorry for the girl.

Usagi shook her head

"Well, I guess part of that is my fault," Miki was suddenly hit with guilt. "See, while Mamoru was still working at that amusement park a couple of months ago, I went there one day with my son and he served us. He was extremely patient because my son was acting wild and was taking a very long time to order his dinner. So, long story short he shared with me how that job was just temporary and he wanted to work in the medical field instead. Well, that day was his lucky day because I told him I was looking for an assistant at the hospital I was working at and asked him if he was interested."

"Wow," was all Usagi could say.

"I'm sorry I kept him away from you for so long," Miki went on. "I hope I didn't upset you and ruin your guys' relationship."

"Well..." Usagi folded her arms tightly across her chest. "There is something that's bothering me. I uh, I saw you guys at that restaurant over there next to the arcade and I thought... I thought you guys were on a date."

Miki suddenly laughed. Usagi blinked with more confusion. She wasn't trying to be funny. What was with this woman? Was the alcohol suddenly getting to her?

"Oh Usagi, I'm so sorry," Miki calmed her laughing down. "We weren't on a date, sweetie. I begged him to go to lunch with me after his shift was over to talk to him more about the hospital tour and about having an office ready for him once the current assistant physician was transferred."

Usagi felt relieved at Miki's words. At the same time, she also wanted to kick herself for ever doubting Mamoru. Before she replied a thank you, her mind brought up the conversation she had heard when she ended up accidentally spying on Miki.

"But then why did you say..."

"Look, do you mind if I go to the bar?" Miki interrupted as she picked up her wine glass. "I won't go out of eye site so you can come get me if you need me." she pulls a credit card out or her purse and hands it to Usagi. "Use this to pay for your dinner when the waiter comes back. If you feel like leaving early let me know and I'll call you a cab."

"Oh no its ok," Usagi declined. "I can call for a ride. But thanks again for dinner."

"Have fun," Miki said as she made her way to the large bar. True to her word, she took a seat next to the window so Usagi could still see her.

Usagi felt a little betrayed as she wanted to ask Miki about her sudden rage and saying she and Mamoru were together. However, her grumbling stomach took over and told Usagi it wanted food. As the waiter returned, Usagi ordered her food and handed both menus back. She could hear Miki's voice getting louder and more high-pitched as she waited. To Usagi, that meant Miki was ordering more drinks and getting drunk.

"Guess I'll be calling for a ride after all," Usagi sighed as she rested her head on her hand.

A small tray of drinks suddenly caught Usagi's attention. She knew she wasn't allowed to drink alcohol, but the smell of strawberries and cranberries made her want to try one. She looked around for a waiter to ask if any alcohol was being put in them and if not, could she have one. She then noticed a sign on the tray that said 'plan strawberry and cranberry drinks.' Usagi shrugged and figured it meant no alcohol, so decided to help herself. Miki did say it was her treat.

After a few drinks, Usagi suddenly felt light-headed and dizzy. She didn't know how she was feeling light-headed, but decided it was because she was hungry. Once her food arrived, she devoured it like it was the first meal she's had in a long time. She noticed her soda glass was empty, so decided to take more of the strawberry and cranberry drinks off of the tray and drink those. She didn't realize after more of those, her brain was not functioning properly anymore.

"I know she's in here somewhere."

"Rei-chan let's just go, we're going to get caught."

"If we're not at the bar, we won't get in trouble. Now let's find her."

"There she is!" Makoto pointed to a slumped over Usagi who was now passed out on top of the booth she was occupied at.

"Usagi-chan!" Minako rushed over to her friend and lifted her head. "Usagi-chan you ok?"

"Heeey Minako-cuuannn," Usagi smiled and threw her arms around her friend. "I am, sooo happy to see chuuu."

The four girls exchanged glances.

"Usagi-chan, are you drunk?" Rei asked.

"I dunno," Usagi thought she was shrugging her shoulders, but instead, leaned in closer to Minako. "I had a strawberry drunk and it was deeeliicious!"

Rei slapped her forehead as Makoto and Minako sighed in embarrassment.

"You big doofus!" Rei cried out.

Makoto and Minako hushed Rei so not to draw attention and get their princess in trouble. Rei lowered her voice and kneeled beside Minako to help her with Usagi.

"Usagi-chan you idiot," Rei whispered. "You drank too much alcohol."

"But the sign said it was plaaannnn," Usagi slurred. "I * hic * can reeeeaad!"

"Usagi-chan, plan means it's just plan juice mixed with alcohol," Ami spoke as if Usagi could understand her.

"Let's just get her out of here before we're all In trouble," Makoto picked up Usagi on one side and Minako took the other.

Rei and Ami led the girls out of the bar, stopping to apologize to other people telling them Usagi had a final coming up at school and always acted like this when she was stressed. Sadly though, once they reached the front door, they had to think of a plan to get past the bar hoppers.

"Great, now what?" Makoto snapped quietly trying to keep Usagi on her back. From all the wiggling Usagi was doing, it was hard keeping her up. Makoto felt like caring a squirming child. "Hey Usagi-chan, if you stay quit and rest your head on my shoulder, I'll bake you cookies at my house."

"Yay! Cookies!" Usagi cheered with delight. By some miracle her brain managed to get her mouth to shut up and she flopped her head down on her tall friend.

"We need a distraction," Rei said. She turned to Minako. "Minako-chan you're great with guys. Can you do something to keep their attention?"

"Leave it to me," Minako sounded so confident as she flipped a piece of her hair back and gave her friends a V for victory sign with her fingers.

Minako approached the two very tall, very muscular men, and did what she did best. Act like a total drama queen and pretend she was auditioning for a movie.

"Please you two have to help me!" Minako put on her best worried and scared face and grabbed one of them by his arm. "I lost my baby sister in this huge crowd of people! Please help me she's only 4! If I don't find her my mom will have my head!" she added tears for an extra spice of drama.

Makoto and Ami were rather impressed at the scene Minako was causing. Rei, however, thought the bar hoppers must be stupid to believe such a fake story like that. Still, they managed to get Usagi out of the bar and quickly made their way down the street. When Minako finally caught up to them, Makoto set Usagi down on a bus stop bench.

"Weee that was fun!" Usagi laughed. "Let's do that again!"

"How are we going to get her home?" Makoto pushed Usagi's bangs out of her face to make sure the girl wasn't going to throw up yet. "We don't exactly have cars yet."

"Let me think," Rei crossed her arms in frustration. She then spotted a familiar figure heading down the sidewalk. Her lips formed into a relieved smile and gave the figure a violent wave as if to call them over. "Mamoru! Over here!"

The other three girls looked and saw the dark-haired man approach them. They all greeted him with a smile and showed the man the situation they were in.

"You guys let her drink? "Mamoru knelt in front of Usagi to check her eyes. "You know you girls are under aged."

"We know," Rei said with a cold stare. "She was with another friend of hers at the bar and thought the plan drinks didn't have alcohol in them."

Mamoru picked Usagi up. "I'll take her to my place. I think her mother will kill her if you take her home."

"Good idea," Minako said. "I'll call her mom and tell her she's staying with me tonight to catch up on some homework."

"She owes us big time for this," Rei said as she flipped her hair back and headed in the direction of her house. "You guys can stay at my place tonight if you want since Usagi-chan's alcohol stench got on you."

"Rei-chan don't be so mean," Ami joined the girl at her side. "Usagi-chan probably didn't think she did anything wrong."

"We'll call you tomorrow to check on her," Makoto joined the other girls and waved their goodbyes to Mamoru.

Mamoru sighed and brought his attention to a now sad-looking Usagi in his arms. "My first day off in two weeks with you and here I am caring you home. You still haven't changed that much Usako."

"Why?" Usagi whispered as she started to cry.

"Huh?" Mamoru looked down at Usagi as he started walking.

"Why do you not love me?!" Usagi's cry got louder. "I started to fall for you and you push me away! Why are you walking away from your feelings?! Why are you walking away from me?" with that, Usagi buried her face in her hands and cried uncontrollably.

"Let's go home and get you into bed," Mamoru caressed Usagi's back, trying not to laugh as Usagi's drunken behavior. He hadn't the slightest idea of what Usagi was talking about. But then again, people who are drunk talk about things that never make sense. Once Mamoru had Usagi buckled into his car, he pulled out of the parking lot and onto the road.

"I still love you," Usagi's drunk mind spoke to Mamoru as the man drove them home.

"I love you too Usako," Mamoru replied knowing Usagi would forget everything in the morning, but decided to play along.

Usagi then turned her head over again so her eyes were looking out the window. Even though she was drunk, her mind was still a little sober enough to replay the terrible day that happened at that apartment inside her head. She felt her eyes water up again and let tears fall from her face one last time. Thinking she was with a certain blonde in her car, she smiled and then closed her eyes.

"I still love you Haruka-san," She whispered.

End of Chapter Seven! Stay turned for Chapter Eight! ^^