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Chapter 9- Winter Time Blues

Makoto grabbed a rag and wiped the counter during her afternoon shift at Crown's. Her pregnancy was going along well, but during this past week, the morning sickness kicked in big time and now Mako was sick a lot. She looked up and saw the girls were all walking in. She smiled and hurried over to them.

Rei saw Mako approach them and grabbed Haruka, who was looking for an empty booth. "Hey Mako, you feeling okay?" The girls all knew Mako was feeling sick and Mako was glad Rei asked.

"Actually, I'm feeling okay today, but that doesn't mean I'll feel better later," she gave them all a smile. She saw a group of high schoolers get up and leave. "Go grab that booth, I'll clean it for you." She went back behind the counter and grabbed a clean towel. She also grabbed a tray. She went over to the booth, placed the cups and dishes on it. She then wiped it. "If you guys want something, don't hesitate to ask." Mako went back and placed the towel on the counter. She then took the dishes into the kitchen. She spotted Motoki back there," Hey." He turned and waved to her.

"Hey Mako." He hurried over. "You sure you should be doing all of this? I mean, with the baby..." he was cut off by Mako.

"I'm pregnant, Motoki, not disabled," she laughed. "Besides, I'm 7 months, a bit early for the baby." Motoki smiled at her and kissed her forehead.

"Just don't over-do anything, you hear me?" He gave her a stern look and she laughed again.

"Yes sir," she saluted him and giggled. She put down all the dishes and went back out. She hurried over to the girls. She got out a pad and pen,"What do you guys want?"

"I want a chocolate shake, with a large serving of fries," Usagi exclaimed. "And a burger, possibly a salad, um...cookies if you have any..." Rei put on hand over Usagi's mouth.

"I would like green tea and some therapy chips," Rei smiled at Mako, and removed her hand from Usagi's mouth.

"Do that again and I'll bite you, pyro," Usagi grumbled at Rei.

"Ami, what would you like," Mako asked, purposely preventing a fight.

"Just green tea, thank you," Ami didn't look up from her math book.

"You wouldn't dare," Rei retorted at Usagi, who was red.

Michiru looked at Mako, "I've been mean to ask, how's Shinozaki?"

Mako mood went from happy to gloom. "He's okay, I suppose. He's in Yokohama, visiting some friends. I didn't want to go and be sick. I rather be sick here."

"I would," Usagi was still fighting with Rei. Mina watched the scene was a gleam in her eyes. Haruka just sighed and Michiru smiled. Mako gave up and walked away. Ami looked up and caught the look of sadness in Mako's eyes, as Mako hurried to get what they wanted.

"Minna, look at Mako," Ami whispered and nugded her head in Mako's direction. They all turned and looked at Mako. They noticed that she looked sad about something. "I think something is bothering her."

"Maybe she's sad because Shinozaki isn't in town," Usagi guessed. 'I hope that's all that's bothering her. Mako, what's wrong?' Usagi looked over at the brunette and knew she was suffering about something.

Mako felt someone looking at her. She raised her eyes, and they met Usagi's blue eyes. Mako lowered her eyes. She turned and went into the kitchen. "Motoki," she called out.

Motoki came around the corner, "Yeah, what is it, Mako?"

"I'm not feeling to well, I'm going to go home," she said. She shivered and wrapped her arms around her.

"I'd feel better if you just rested in the employee lounge and let me take you home in two hours when I get off. Besides, there is a couch in there you can lay on if you're not feeling well," Motoki placed an arm around her. "Don't push yourself, hun. Your condition."

"Okay," she nodded. "I"ll rest in the lounge. Just wake me, okay?" Motoki nodded.

Motoki escorted Mako to the lounge and took the list from her. He started sighing, "I wonder what's wrong with her." He looked in the lounge and saw Mako had already fallen asleep. "Poor girl's missing Shino like crazy. And she's pushing herself to hard."

"I'm going to go home," Michiru said. "Go check on Mako, okay?" Haruka nodded and watched Michiru walk out.

"Please stay here, " Haruka told the others. "I want to to talk to Mako alone." Haruka got up and went over to the counter.

Motoki saw her and hurried over. "What's up, Haruka?"

"I want to know if I could speak with Mako," she stated.

"Well, she's resting. She hasn't been feeling well and without Shino here, she's lonely," he replied and ran a hand through his blond hair.

"I hate to be persist, but I want to speak with her without the girls around," she said flatly. Motoki sighed and nodded. Haruka followed him to the lounge. He pointed inside and she glanced in. Mako was sleeping on the couch, whith one hand on her forehead and the other on her belly.

"I'll leave you two alone," he whispered and walked off. Haruka got a chair and placed next to the couch and stood down. She gently put her hand over Mako's. Mako moaned slightly. She opened her eyes.

"Haruka, hi. What are you doing back here," Mako asked and gently sat up.

"I actually asked Motoki if I could speak with you without any of the others. I hope that's okay," she said, switching from the chair to the couch and placed a protective arm around Mako. Mako leaned close to Haruka.

"Being the protective big sister, Haruka," she sighed a bit.

"Always and you know that," Haruka hugged her tight. "Now tell big sister what's wrong." Tears began to form in Mako's beautiul green eyes.

"I just miss Shino so much," her voice cracked as a sob over came her. "I hate being...a...away from...him." She wiped the tears, but continued to cry. Haruka placed her other arm around Mako and held her tight.

"Don't cry, Mako, please," she begged. "I hate to see you sad." Mako's sob quieted, but the tears continued to fall.

"Maybe I should have gone with him," she said, looking at her hands. "I should have."

"Hey, you're not feeling to good, Mako. You need to be careful," Haruka said, releasing her hold over Mako. Mako unexpectantly began slightly angry.

"Why is everyone keep saying that," her eyes had tears and her voice was angry. "I'm a big girl now. i can look at for myself." She stood up and Haruka did too. "Leave me alone, Haruka." She began to walk away when Haruka grabbed her arm. She glared at Haruka.

"You're not anywhere, Mako," Haruka stared Mako down.

"Let me go now, Haruka," Mako threatened her. "You'll regret it." Haruka's eyes widen in shocked. She released Mako, and Mako hurried off. Haruka stood the lounge, dumbfounded and shocked that Mako threatened her.

Author's note: Wow, Mako got mad! What's going to happen next?! Please review and stay tuned! Thanks!

Becks AKA Dancing Spirit Of Jupiter : )