AN: One more chapter to 30, what's to come!!!!

Chapter 29: To Protect You

Normal POV

12:00pm

Silver Millenium Opera Company

" Be sure all the invitations are sent out it's going to be the biggest social event of the year " said Leo speaking into the phone as he currently looked at a card he held in his hand.

It was getting close to Halloween and every year at the Royal embessay a grand masquerade ball was held, all guests come dressed in very elaborate and very detailed formal wear along with wearing masks. This year was going to exciting especially since it's also going to be a celebration for Usagi's first quarter with Silver Millennium.

Just then there was a knock on Leo's office door, " Come in " he answers as it opened Usagi smiles " Hello Leo " she greets.

Leo gestured Usagi to enter just as the phone call was finishing, " I'm so glad your here Miss Tsukino I have wonderful news to share with you " explains Leo smiling, " what it is? " Usagi asks in excitement walking in.

" As you know were at first quarter and each performance you give is spectacular each time and the reviews you receive are just incredible " explained Leo smiling " my goodness I'm so touched thank you " said Usagi blushing hearing the praise.

" So in honour of this outstanding milestone this years masquerade ball at the royal embassy is to celebrate you " said Leo. " Oh my goodness are you serious? " asks Usagi smiling, " yes the arrangements for the ball are already being made all you there is to do is invite guests many from high society, celebrities, those of business and of course yourself and your friends " Leo explains smiling while giving Usagi envelopes containing the invitations.

Smiling in pure excitement Usagi accepts them, " I can't wait to give it to them I'm sure they will be excited " Usagi replies only picturing how everyone will when they get the news.

7:00pm

When the day was over Usagi called everyone to her home to tell them of the news...

" Oh my god a ball that's so exciting " said Minako holding her invitation in triumph while everyone watched her dance around with it, " calm down Minako " said Makoto watching her crazy blonde friend, " there's no getting to her " said Rei opening her envelope.

" This is very exciting Usagi " said Ami as she read the invitation, " Come dressed in formal elaborate clothing " said Michiru smiling while Haruka read over Michiru's invitation, " yes since it's held on Halloween every year I was told everyone dresses in very detailed and fancy clothing " answers Usagi smiling.

" Oh my god this just keeps getting better I know someone who specializes in 18th century or Marie Antoinette inspired clothing " said Minako getting everyone's attention, " I was just gonna say where could we get costumes for this " replies Haruka looking at everyone.

" Also a mask has to go with it this sounds more and more fun " said Makoto smiling " but what should we go as? " asks Ami followed by a loud gasp caught everyone off guard meaning Minako had a crazy idea...

" I got it leave it all to me everyone " announced Minako but everyone got nervous hearing her announcement, " uh Minako maybe once you can let us pick " said Rei as herself and the others had sweat drops on there heads.

Just then the house phone started ringing making Usagi relieved even though Minako meant well she couldn't help but get nervous at times.

Once she picked up the phone she greets the caller...

" Good evening Tsukino residents " greeted Usagi but then her eyes opened up upon hearing the familiar voice...

Seiya's POV

2 Days Later

5:00pm

As the three of us were driving in our car I couldn't have felt more excited about tomorrow's cancellation, these past couple weeks it's been hell, also meaning not being able to be with Usagi. Whenever I've attempted to ask her on a date something comes up.

Tomorrow night she had a performance so myself, Yaten and Taiki were invited it would of hurt me if I was unable to make it I love hearing my angels voice and the performance was said to be a night to remember.

" Do you mind if I don't go tomorrow as much as I liked going to the opera the first time I'm not really in the mood to hear old classics " said Yaten with his usual behaviour, " don't be such a loner Yaten do something else aside from staying in " I replied knowing he will stay in the condo watching tv or play his bass.

" Well said for once Seiya plus the classics of opera are other forms of story telling and poetry so I'm very intrigued " said Taiki while making a turn, both knew how much I miss Usagi so I thought I'd surprise her by visiting during rehearsals.

As we were about to pull up to the opera house reporters were walking out, thankfully Taiki stopped but upon pressing the brake both myself and Yaten who were sitting in the back seats jerked forward.

" What the hell!!! " said Yaten in a very upset voice but then I point towards the front where the reporters were, " I'm guessing they were here for an interview " spoke Taiki waiting for them to leave before we went inside.

" I got an idea " I said taking my phone out and dialing Leo's number both Taiki and Yaten looked at me and within a few seconds I heard his voice, " Hello Leo it's me Seiya can I ask something? " I asked...

10 minutes later

" What a surprise to see the three of you here " said Leo smiling as he leads us towards the auditorium, when I called I asked if there was another entrance of the building that was private so that we weren't seen and as luck would have it there was the back docking area where all the background and stage set ups were.

Leo explains that's also where many celebrities also enter from so that media doesn't bother them.

" Its been sometime since we've all come by " said Taiki smiling while looking around the prop room, " I trust the three of you will be here tomorrow to witness Miss Tsukino's performance? " asks Leo looking back at us.

I couldn't help but smile " of course we wouldn't miss it " I answer only to get excited " wonderful once you hear her performance you'll understand that she brings even the most classic of music to life " explains Leo sounding out of breath.

Hearing his explaination up til now I've been captivated by Usagi's performance but I haven't heard her sing the classics, could that be why she's so well spoken of? Along with possibly being more emotional?

" Well then tomorrow's performance will be something to look forward to then " said Yaten making me come out of my thoughts " so your coming after all then? " I ask turning my head but as Yaten was about to speak we enter the auditorium.

Upon entering I felt a bit off because from the distance I see Usagi looking so joyful standing with 2 unfamiliar men. " Oh guests? " asks Taiki looking at them but I immediately walked past everyone " Seiya they are - " I heard Leo but I continued marching quickly towards the stage.

Usagi's POV

After the interviews were over and the reporters left I was finally able to give the man responsibile for helping me become the performer I am today a warm hug, Don Augusto Moretti. A few days ago Don called me to say that he was invited to my performance tomorrow night and that he wanted to personally tell me that he accepts, along with saying how he would like to introduce his newest pupil.

Don was a former Opera singer as well but retired and decided to scout out new talent, he was in his mid 60's, was tall and tanned, full grey-white hair that was neatly combed back, a white short trimmed goatee and brown eyes.

Once we saw each other we immediately started speaking in Italian since Augusto and his pupil weren't familiar with Japanese.

" Mio studente più prezioso di quanto mi manchi tanto ( my most prized student how I've missed you dearly ) " said Don smiling holding my hands, " Non posso credere che sia qui, mi fa molto piacere vederti Don dopo tanto tempo ( I can't believe your here it brings me great joy to see you after so long Don ) " I said in a joyful voice along with tears forming in my eyes.

We then turn to look at the gentleman beside us smiling in a charming manner, " umio bene Usagi questo è il mio ultimo allievo Marco De Luca come te che sta mostrando un potenziale incredibile ( my goodness Usagi this is my newest pupil Marco De Luca like you he's showing incredible potential ) " explains Don as Marco comes up to me.

I had to admit Marco was a handsome man, he had a very nice smile, light fair skin, grey like eyes, tall and had a lean form, his hair was dark brown and in a trendy comb over like style.

" è un piacere conoscerti, Marco ( It's a pleasure to meet you Marco ) " I greet holding my hand out to shake his but instead Marco smiles in a seductive way and kisses my hand only to make me blush.

" È un vero onore incontrarti Miss Tsukino Augusto mi dice cose grandiose su di te, spero di conoscerti di più ( It's a true honor to meet you Miss Tsukino Augusto tells me great things about you, I hope to know you more ) " he said in a charming voice which made a chill go down my spine along with feeling nervous.

" Usagi " said the voice who made my heart skip a beat, knowing well I turn to see Seiya making me smile. " Seiya " I said watching him come to where I was standing with Don and Marco.

I couldn't help but notice a strange behaviour from Seiya as he stood next to me, " Usagi chi è questo signore prima di noi? ( Usagi who is this gentlemen before us? ) " asks Don looking between myself and Seiya along with smiling only to make me blush hearing the question.

Turning to look at Seiya he looked lost for words only to make me giggle lightly, " I'm lost at what he just said Usagi? " said Seiya expressing a confused look, " Seiya I'd like you to meet Don Augusto Moretti he taught me everything in opera when I was in Italy " I explained looking at Don who smiled.

Seiya held his hand out to shake Dons which he took happily " Don posso presentare Seiya Kou è in un gruppo molto popolare conosciuto come threelights ( Augusto may I introduce Seiya Kou he's in a very popular group known as the Threelights ) " I explained in a happy tone of voice seeing Dons reaction.

" What did we miss? " asks Taiki from behind as him, Yaten and Leo come up to the stage to know what was occurring, " did you already mess up Seiya " teased Yaten making Seiya glare at him.

" Mi dispiace che siano Taiki e Yaten lì con Seiya nelle sale ( I'm sorry they are Taiki and Yaten they are with Seiya in the Threelights) " I explained as both Taiki and Yaten shake hands with Don.

" Posso dire che devono avere molto talento ( I can tell that they must be very talented )" said Don this time both Yaten and Taiki expressed looks of confusion.

Myself, Don and Marco try not to laugh at them, " I'm sorry guys " I said holding Seiya's hand which got Don to look at me " oh Usagi, potrebbero i gentiluomini essere colui che ha il tuo cuore? ( oh Usagi, could the gentlemen be the one who has your heart? )" asks Don most likely noticing me holding Seiya's hand.

I couldn't resist lightly tightening my hold on Seiya's hand followed by me smiling shyly, " è molto caro a me e lo amo ( he's very dear to me and I love him ) " I answer blushing " I think I understood that one " said Seiya before kissing my forehead.

Seiya's POV

My heart was racing as usual whenever Usagi is by my side, I completely forgot the feeling that corrupted me earlier. I guess I can't help but get a bit jealous. Usagi means so much to be.

From what I can tell so far Don seems to be a great guy and clearly cares for Usagi since she was his prized student, just then we hear someone clear there throat making me look at this other guy who I'm getting strange vibes from also I didn't miss him when he was checking out Usagi..

" Chiedo scusa a Marco, come sapete, si tratta di Seiya Taiki e Yaten conosciuti come i threelights ( my apologize Marco as you know this is Seiya, Taiki and Yaten there known as the Threelights ) " explains Usagi feeling embarrassed for leaving him out " per favore perdonami Marco ( please forgive me Marco ) " she added.

Marco smiles along with laughing lightly " Va bene succede così tanto ma sono entusiasta di incontrarli ( it's alright so much is happening but I'm thrilled to meet them ) " he said while giving me a look that comes across both convincing and deceiving.

" Marco de Luca " he greets holding his hand out to me which I took but as I did he squeezes hard but I do the same to him, " Marco!!! " said Don as though he knew what was going on, " I forgot to mention that Mr.Luca will be performing with Miss.Tsukino tomorrow night " said Leo making me turn to look back at him.

" Augusto thought it would be an good idea to have his prized students perform together and Leo liked the idea as well " explains Usagi as she walked to Leo, " Miss Tsukino has a wonderful gift but this would be a wonderful way to kick start the first quarter " Leo explains sounding excited.

" I agree a guest performer every quarter would bring a great reputation to Silver Millennium Mr.Watashi " replied Taiki smiling even though so much was being said my eyes along Marco we're still meeting.

" Well then it's been quite the exciting day and tomorrow is sure to be more fulfilling " said Leo smiling at everyone...

10 minutes Later

" No making out back there " Yaten teased as he looked into the rear view mirror to see me and Usagi sitting together in the back. I currently sat with one around Usagi's shoulder while her head rests on my chest.

" And if I do? " I ask with sarcasm " then I'll pull over and make you walk " answers Taiki smiling, " really your in it too? " I asked surprised that Taiki would agree with anything Yaten said. Usagi giggles watching the three of us, " calm down Seiya there only playing " she replies putting her hand over mine.

Usagi was right I needed to calm down I guess after my protective side came out I've felt a bit on edge, " I know just...I know this is wrong of my to say but I don't like that Marco guy " I explained looking at the passing view through the window.

" We thought you were acting up earlier guess it wasn't our imagination then " replied Taiki slowing down as we came to a red light, " guess not and it was pretty clear that he was checking Usagi out " adds Yaten resting his arm on the side.

Suddenly I got upset hearing both of my so called best friends, " shut up the both of you I noticed his behaviour and it bothered me I don't need reminders okay " I said in an angry tone of voice forgetting that Usagi was right beside me.

" Seiya calm down " said Usagi in her calm tone of voice but I was getting blinded with anger " no one asked you okay!!! " I lashed out not realizing it was Usagi, Yaten and Taiki went quiet along with there eyes opening up, " Uh Oh " whispers Yaten not turning around while Taiki looked at the road.

" Usagi I'm... " not finishing my apology Usagi shakes her head followed by quickly getting out of the car thankfully there was a red light " Wait Usagi " I said quickly following her.

I quickly ran to catch up to her, we both made it to the sidewalk safely before the cars stared moving again but Usagi was upset and made it a point to avoid me.

" Usagi listen to me please " I said trying to get her attention , " I'm sorry I behaved that way towards you I didn't mean it " I added still getting the silent treatment from her. Taking a deep breath I continued to follow her until I noticed tears were starting to show.

" Just leave me alone Seiya " she said her voice sounding hurt, " I can't and I'm not leaving you alone " I answer only to see her stop along with myself. " I can't believe you said that to me Seiya " Usagi said turning to look at me with her eyes filled with tears, " I'm sorry I didn't mean to do that to you " I answered slowly walking to her.

Shaking her head Usagi gestures me not to come closer, " how do I know you won't get angry like that again? " she asks wiping her tears away.

" I won't ever raise my voice like that to you if anything all I want is to protect you from anyone who could take you away from me " I explained putting a hand through my hair along with taking another deep breath, " I never thought I'd get jealous but now your in my life Usagi I'll do everything to have you " as I confessed everything to her I realized that I REALLY do love her more then anything.

" Seiya " breathed Usagi as she stared at me I walked up to her along with pulling her closer, " I mean every word " I whispered wrapping my arms around her waist followed by feeling Usagi putting her hands on my chest.

" So have you two made up yet or should we continue driving around? " asks Yaten from the car making us smile at the two, " come on " I said taking her hand and leading her to the car.

AN: What do you think? Any theories for future chapters!!!!