Really really really sorry guys…I know I've been m.i.a (missing in action) but as I tell you guys in all my stories I will never leave a fanfic unfinished. Even if it takes a while. Once again really sorry. Enjoy! I'll see you at the bottom.

F.y.i.- the poem used in this story was written by inukunsgirl and not me…well I just changed like the last word so that doesn't count…anyway all inukunsgirl not me

I don't own sp! (or Shizuma -_-)


Chapter 9. Stones

Nagisa sat in her living room slouching against the couch cleaning her violin. She was tired of seeing all the fallen rosin from the bow that stained the paint of the instrument. After cleaning it to a reasonable amount, the red head placed the instrument back into the case, closing it and locking the skull like latches. It was 5 o' clock, three hours before she had to be at Stones to perform. Although she didn't really care about how she played for other people, she decided to take out 'noir' once more and play down to the last possible moment.


Shizuma walked down her long office hallway to the break room hoping that she'll find her co-worker there. She turned the sharp corner and peeped her head inside the small room; finding that her search had not been in vain seeing that Jackie was standing right near the coffee machine patiently waiting for the little red light to pop up.

"I was looking for you," started Shizuma.

"No need to look, you should always know where to find me." she answered without turning her head towards the voice.

"Yeah that's true; you wouldn't be you without your hourly coffee."

"You see, you just got here and you messing with me already," she laughed.

"I like to show a little bit of a fun personality before I take a woman out," Shizuma then playfully wiggled her eyebrows.

Jackie rolled her eyes, "nah uh, don't think you gonna treat me like those other heifers you date, because you are not getting any of this booty." The two laughed.

"I wouldn't dream of it."

"I know you wouldn't because my husband would kick you in your Adams apple."

The silver head shot her friend a slight glare, "anyway Jackie, I was looking for you to find out if you wanted to leave straight from here or stop home and change."

"From what I heard it's not a real dressy place, so I guess it wouldn't matter what I'm wearing. I suppose I could stop home and changed into something more comfortable."

Shizuma smirked, "I've heard that line a few times."

Jackie looked over at her co-worker, "there you go being nasty."

The emerald laughed again and started to walk out of the break room, "I guess when you're ready to leave I'll follow you home to change."

"Oh now you're gonna follow me…pervert." She joked.

Shizuma responded with an exaggerated wink and continued to walk out of the room and into her office to finish some last minute work.


"Stop Miyuki, we have to start to get ready for Nagisa's show," said a flustered Tamao who was trying to fight off her very horny girlfriend.

"We have two hours before we have to be there," Miyuki wrapped her arms around her girlfriend, "that's plenty of time for one quickie."

"Honey, we've already had sex today, lets save it for later tonight. If we make love now we'll be late." She continued to try and pull away from her lover.

"Aww come on Tamao," the blunette tightened her hands around the smaller girl, "I have a suggestion…how about we take a shower together?" Tamao said nothing, so Miyuki continued by sucking lightly on the nape of her neck, "this way, we can make love in the shower and still be clean enough to get dressed when we're done." She said between nibbles.

Coming to the realization that her girlfriend is not going to take no for an answer, which wasn't uncommon for the older woman, she decided to just give in, "ok babe, but quickly."

With that said the sapphire quickly picked up the other blunette and dashed up the stairs taking them two by two. Once in the bathroom, Miyuki placed her girlfriend down gently before quickly moving over to the faucet to run the shower water. She then swiftly removed her clothes and looked over to Tamao who had only took her shirt off.

"Babe!" scolded the older blunette.

"What? What's wrong?"

"How am I supposed to make this quick if you can't naked fast enough."

"Ok, ok, goodness woman, you would think you hadn't had sex in years."

"Every moment I'm not making love to a sexy woman like you feels like an eternity." She then removed the rest of her girlfriend's clothes for her, and pulled her into the perfect temperature water.

"You're such a sweet talker," whimpered Tamao as Miyuki began to nibble passionately on her left ear. The steam from the shower caressed their bodies as the entwined figures heated their passion with promiscuous kisses and scandalous touching. Tamao moaned out loudly as Miyuki increased their fervor by skillfully slipping two fingers into her core. The aroused flesh showing its appreciation by squeezing its muscles taut against the welcomed intruders. Another moan slithered through the steam filled room, breaking what little silence there was. Feeling the ardor immensely, Tamao pulled her lover in close wrapping her arms around her neck and lifting one leg to place on the side of the tub giving her girlfriend easier access to her dripping wet sex. Miyuki began to let her emotions take control of her as she removed her fingers and completely closed the distance between her and her lover; smashing their sexes together and grinding harshly. The younger woman's body began to bounce slightly from the impact of the thrusting, making her butt produce a smacking sound as it slapped against the warm white tile.

The older sapphire gripped her younger lover's waist tightly with one arm, holding on to her risen leg with the other as she grinded closer and harder against the other moist flesh. "Goddammit woman, you feel so good." Loud pleasure calls floated through out the bathroom as movement hastened to an uncontrollable rate as the disheveled bodies climaxed together in pure ecstasy.


After about two more hours of playing, Nagisa packed up her violin and headed down stairs to grab a black sweater and headed out the door. She stopped at her car and then realized she had forgotten her keys inside the house. "Ugh, I'm way too lazy to go back inside." The red head said out loud to herself. Although it was a short distance, she really wasn't in the mood to do any extra work. The ruby then started to walk the 30 minute distance to the lounge; placing her violin case on her back supported by a strap that was found inside.


Shizuma sat quietly at her desk, seemingly deep in her work as she typed fiercely onto the keyboard. Her concentration was interrupted by a knock on her door.

"Come in," she said without looking up from her computer.

"Are you ready to go?" said Jackie.

"umm…yep just let me…" the emerald typed just a bit more before finishing her sentence, "ok…now save…and…yep lets go." The silver head then got up from her desk and grabbed her red suit jacket. Putting it on before grabbing some files to put into a brief case.

"Taking work home with you today?"

"Yea, just incase we get in late."

"You mean if you find some fast girl to take home?"

"Exactly," Shizuma winked and then placed her hand on her co-workers shoulder, "you know me so well."

The two laughed before Jackie spoke up, "oh hush and follow me to my car nasty." Shizuma followed without saying a word. The duo then proceeded to the elevator and exited on the garage floor and to their cars. Once each person was settled into their vehicles; the silver head than followed her co-worker home. After about a 25 minute ride, they arrived at Jackie's abode. It was a beautiful white two story home with red trims, very cookie cutter and stood at the end of the cul-de-sac. Jackie rolled her window and stuck her hand out pointing off to the left, telling Shizuma where she could park her car. The silver head did as instructed and walked back over to the house.

"I haven't been here in so long," started the emerald.

"I know, you haven't been around ever since you started going woman crazy. Actually me and mike we're just talking about it the other day."

"How is your husband, I haven't spoken to him in a while either." The two friends then walked up the short staircase to Jackie's front door; stopping briefly so that she could find her keys and open it.

"He's good actually; he's still working on this manga he wants to get published."

"Oh right…what was it called again," she searched her memory for an answer but to no avail.

Jackie than answered the question for her, "it was blue dolphin."

"That's right…" her co-worker was finally able to open the door and the two stepped inside. "Has he been able to find anyone who's interested in it?"

"No not yet." A very deep voice answered, causing both women to turn there heads towards the new sound. It was Michael also known as Mike, Jackie's husband for 5 years now.

"Hey Mike how are you," said Shizuma as she walked over to give him a hug.

"I'm good, what about you stranger? You never come by anymore,"

"That's cause she's been busy with all those fast girls she meets," interrupted Jackie.

The emerald playfully rolled her eyes as Mike but in. "Hey don't make fun of her; she's doing better than most guys." He let out a hearty laugh before adding, "Hell I wish I could get women like she could."

Shizuma raised an eyebrow and chuckled as she watched Jackie give her husband a strong glare. "Oh? So are you saying I'm not good enough for you?"

Mike quickly motioned over to his wife to hug her from behind, "of course you are honey, you're more than enough. I was just complementing Shizuma; you have to admit that girl has skills. By the way Shizu," he stated turning his gaze to the silver beauty, "how's that red head girl you're dating…what was her name again?"

Jackie nudged her husband in the ribs.

"Ouch…what I say?" Mike thought for a moment and then said an exaggerated, "oooh, there not together anymore, man no one tells me anything."

Shizuma decided to speak up then, "its ok Mike. And her name was Nagisa." The emeralds tone changed from lively and upbeat to dull and sullen, "I actually haven't spoken to her in quite sometime. I have no idea where she is or what she's doing or if she's ok." Her features fell to the floor trying to bury the guilt and sadness that had found her way up to her heart once again.

Noticing the mood had taken a bad turn, Jackie decided to speak up, "well come on Shiz, lets go upstairs and change we're already late."

About 30 minutes later the two women were back on the road, each in their own car. The silver beauty would have been content with driving her co-worker. But her friend rejected stating that she didn't want to get in the way of any 'girls she would trick into taking home'. So they separated; Shizuma in her black BMW and Jackie in her silver Corvette.


"I hope you're ready for this performance…we decided to save the best for last." Said an enthusiastic Ginyo, the lounge owner.

"Yea I guess," shrugged Nagisa as she sat in the corner away from everybody else.

Not knowing what to say next Ginyo simply just bowed and walked onto the stage to announce the beginning of open mic night.

….

Tamao and Miyuki were sitting at a small round table, patiently awaiting the group that was due to join them soon.

"I wonder what's keeping them." Started Miyuki.

"Maybe they got lost."

"The directions I gave were perfect."

"Well not everyone can follow directions as well you can honey," smirked Tamao.

"Yes you would know," casually said as Miyuki leaned over and placed a gentle kiss on her girlfriend's lips. "I love your soft lips. I hope I can get to taste your second pair tonight."

Tamao blushed slightly before taking a sip of her drink and shaking her head, "not tonight…you really hurt my back earlier today. I need some time to recover."

"Tomorrow than?"

The young sapphire was about to speak but was interrupted by Yaya placing a hand on her shoulder. "No love quarrels tonight, we're all here for Nagisa," joked Yaya.

"About damn time. Where the hell have you guys been?"

"Relax Miyuki; we got here as fast as we could with your crappy directions."

"What are you talking about, my directions were perfect."

"Perfect for a blind man."

Tamao began to laugh but stopped when she saw her lover shoot her a death glare. The rest of the women laughed at the notion before taking a seat at the table.

"So when is Nagisa coming on?" asked a curious Tsubomi.

"We're not sure yet, that's why we tried to get here early incase she was the first one." Answered Tamao.

"I'm so proud of her. I wonder what she's going to play."

"I have no idea, but at least she has her friends here to support her," smiled Tamao.

"Uhh…guys I don't think we're the only ones here for Nagisa."

"What are you talking about Yaya-chan?" inquired Miyuki.

"Look who just walked in." the group of girls turned their heads in unison to spot Shizuma and Jackie walking into the lounge. The silver beauty wearing jeans, a black halter top and black heels; her co-worker wearing a casual turquoise sleeveless dress and open toed sandals.

Tamao nudged her girlfriend from under the table and whispered, "What is Shizuma doing here, this is going to kill Nagisa."

"I swear babe I had no idea."

"Do you think we should warn her?"

"I don't know."

"Well go talk to her."

"Why do I have to go talk to her, how about we just sit here and pray she doesn't see us?"

"Well it's too late for that now, she's coming this way."

"oh shi- hi Shizuma, what are you doing here?" covered Miyuki as she noticed the silver beauty standing near her, although everyone knew that those weren't the words she was going to say.

"Hello Miyuki…Tamao…everyone, I'm here with my friend Jackie. She heard about this place so we decided to check it out." Her co-worker just flashed a simple smile.

"Oh so you're here for the open mic night?"

"Actually, I had no idea there was an open mic night today, we're really here for the food. What about you guys?"

"Uhm... we're here for the food too."

"I see…well enjoy, we'll be over there." The emerald and russet skinned woman walked over to a reserved table near the back of the lounge.

…...

"What was that about," asked Jackie.

"You caught the vibe too? I feel like they're trying not to tell me something."

"Yea I think so too…well let's not think too much about it and enjoy the night. I can show you how a real woman acts when she's on a date."

"Oh so this is a date?"

"You know what I meant, but if a date means you're paying then sure." The duo laughed briefly as lights in the lounge dimmed signaling the beginning of the show.

A tall but muscular man with green eyes stepped onto the stage, tapping the microphone lightly before speaking. "How you guys doing out there?" the man asked the crowd, and smiled when he got the warm response from his audience. "Good to hear. Tonight we have a great show, a few poets, guitar player and an amazing violinist. So sit back. Relax and enjoy. By the way you get a free drink if you tip the waiters nicely." He smirked before adding, "I was told to say that from backstage by one of the waiters." The throng of people let out a series of combined laughter. "Ok let's get this party started, first up we have Kimmi Koroko, reading a poem, lets all give her a round of applause." His viewers did as instructed. A few moments later a small girl who looked to be about 15, walked out onto the stage wearing a deep green summer dress. She motioned over to the middle of the stage and snapped her fingers once. In reply a small band consisting of an upright bass, congas and a flute began to play. The small girl took a deep breath and started to recite her poem.

From the depths of crashing abyss

My heart flails in its tortuous struggle

The sweet memory of your face

Has captured the presence of bravery

Reaching, stretching for that translucent goal

That seems so far away yet so close

Your ghost taunts me with an outstretched hand

But the crashing pressure of this pool

Leaves me inches from heaven

The melody of your whispering voice

Calls to my soul

Just a little further to your paradise

And safe in your arms

Finally, your embrace encases warmly

In the image of fondness

I can't comprehend this feeling of bliss

So good to the point of fear

This, is ecstasy

The young bowed slowly as she received symphony of snapping fingers. A small smile spread across her lips as she turned on her heels and exited the stage.

"Wow that was good," whispered Jackie.

"Amazing," answered Shizuma.

The show continued with a few more poems and some music acts. The emerald looked around the lounge and noticed how everyone seemed to be having a good time. She was really enjoying the vibe of this place. There isn't anyone arguing, there aren't countless women throwing themselves at her, she was really enjoying the peaceful night. Her attention was then taken by the host standing on stage once again.

"Hope everyone is having a good time. If not, I definitely have something that will cheer you up. We have an amazing violinist coming up next. You guys wont believe me if I were to tell you that she's only been playing for a couple weeks. But it's true and as usual we save the best for last. So everyone lets give a warm welcome to Nagisa."

'Nagisa?' Shizuma thought to herself, her mood changing drastically. 'It can't be, it must be someone else named Nagisa.' The emeralds statement was answered as the red head walked onto the stage. Her shoulders were slumped and her body language reeked of depression and self loathe. Shizuma's eyes grew wide; she'd never seen the woman that was once hers in such a state. Her guilt shot up to her heart in vast amounts, all the pain that she felt on that dreadful day had come back with a vengeance. The unbearable twinges pulled at her heart strings, making it hard for her to breathe.

Jackie turned to her friend with concern, "Shizuma are you ok?"

"I'm fine…" she mumbled. Soon the room was filled with deep melodic sounds. Every note that rang seemed to bullet through her body and stomp on the nerves system in her brain. In retort tears of cosmic size fell from her eyes. The small tinge of green that returned from her false sense of security had disappeared in an inexistent form. She wept quietly as those miserable and poignant notes cursed her very being.

Relief didn't come soon enough. Her garments now soaked with despondent tears, each salty drop carrying a diminutive amount of the sparkle that once subsisted in her eyes. She excused herself, walking leisurely to the ladies room to try and pull herself together. Jackie watched as she saw pieces of her crumbling friend fall behind her as she walked off to her destination. She knew there was nothing she could do. There was no way she was the person destined to pick up those pieces and put the emerald back together. They were simply out of her reach.


Miyuki and Tamao waited outside to congratulate Nagisa. The rest of the gang had already left and told the couple to give their congrats. As they stood outside they noticed Shizuma step outside, looking as if she was waiting for someone.

"You think she's waiting for Nagisa?" asked Tamao.

"Possibly, you think we should keep Nagisa away?"

"I think we should let things take its course, maybe it was meant for Shizuma to show up here."

"Well let's just stay here, just incase."

Shizuma waited outside in the brisk air. She just had to talk to Nagisa. 'I can't avoid her after seeing her tonight. I need to at least know if she's ok.' The silver beauty thought to herself. A few more minutes passed before she spotted the red head coming out of the building. Her heart jumped into her throat at the sight. She took a deep breath before calling out to young ruby.

"Nagisa!" said girl turned her head toward the sound and stood there seemingly frozen. Her eyes were dilated and full of confusion. Shizuma took this moment to quickly walk over to the red head. "I'm happy to see you."

Nagisa didn't answer.

"I know your still mad but please, let me fix this."

"You cant fix it," the ruby mumbled, barely audible.

"I didn't hear you."

"You cant, fix it, there's nothing you can do."

"Please Nagisa, don't say that," she placed her hand on the younger girls shoulder, "I know I messed up, really badly. Please just give me a chance."

"I gave you a chance and you ruined everything." Nagisa snatched her shoulder away angrily, "just stay away from me."

"You don't mean that, please, let me at least give you a ride home."

"Shizuma just stay the hell away from me…you took away everything, I gave you my all and you tossed it to the side like garbage…don't you dare try and act like you care, you didn't then and you never will…"

"Nagisa…" the emerald responded in a soft voice.

"I HATE YOU!"

Nagisa stormed off in the opposite direction, not even noticing Miyuki and Tamao standing near by. Shizuma stood there, unable to move. Those words had stung her right down to her soul. She soon felt a soft hand on her shoulder as the smell of sweet peaches caressed her nostrils.

"I told you, she wouldn't take you back," spoke the all to familiar voice from behind. The silver beauty whipped her head around, recognizing the tone and snatching her shoulder away.

"This is all your fault, you ruined everything Lucida."

"I cant see how I ruined everything. This may be a blessing in disguise. You were bored and unsatisfied. You think its just coincidence that I came back into your life."

Shizuma stood quietly, thinking about all the events that happened. Maybe Lucida was right; maybe it was more than coincidence that she came in to her life. Should she give her another chance? Everything that could possibly go wrong in her relationship definitely has. The cheating, the break up and now she realized that there was a possibility that Nagisa and her will never be back together again.

The emerald let out a sigh, "perhaps you're right."

A devious smirk came across Lucida's face, "I know I am."


Nagisa walked leisurely into her home. Her features were unmoved, like a monotonous zombie. She placed her violin gently to the side, perching it against her night stand. As the gloomy red head sat on her bed, body slumped as if she had no effort in keeping it up, a sol tear eased down her face. The feelings that she's held back for all this time has finally been unconfined from deep within the depths of her soul, that solitary tear now becoming a mass flood. Her body gave out and wilted against the bed as she wept.

Shizuma: you finally brought us back, where the hell did you go?

Cuzo: sorry I've been busy.

Shizuma: well I wish you would think about us before you go off disappearing.

Nagisa: yes, I would like to be my happy self again!

Cuzo: gomenasi….I promise to update faster.

Shizuma: you better! (Threatening)

Cuzo: 0.0

Reviews please! It'll help me with my inspiration and get this story up and going again ")