Love Will See Us Through
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Note: This chappie was written by the VERY talented Lady Allure *claps as Allure-chan comes onto the stage* Anyway, that's all the notes I wanna write cuz I wanna get this posted right now *giggles* REVIEW!!!! *mutters: If you know what's good for you… you'll review…* Allure-chan: *glares at P-chan* *whispers: be nice!* P-chan: *pouts* Demo, neesan!!! *whines* Allure-chan: *stern look* P-chan: *sighs* On with the fic…. Make sure you review…. *mutters: Or I'll be coming after you with my army of muses and we'll hunt you down and hurt you…* *gets another looks from Allure-chan and stops muttering to herself*
Chapter 4: Crush?
Usagi paced back and forth around the living room of the apartment that belonged to this man. Mamoru he said his name was. She must have been paranoid, because for no apparent reason, she felt uneasiness around him. They had just met, but she felt the same familiarity she had felt with Duo. What in the world was going on? How is it that they made her feel this way? One made her feel excited and cheerful, the other made her feel nervous.
His apartment was certainly decent, but it didn't feel right to be here, because she didn't know this man. He really had some nerve making fun of her hairstyle. Not that is was a big deal, after all, Seiya called her Odango, but the way Mamoru said it bothered her. It sounded like some sort of insult.
She had called Seiya to come and pick her up. He didn't sound to happy about her being at some guy's apartment, but he was on his way. If her parents were to find out that she was at some strange guy's place, they'd throw a fit. Especially since Mamoru was a lot older than she, from what she could guess, he was in his early twenties. It was nice of him to let her use the phone and dry off, but it disturbed her when it came to his persistence.
"Seiya…………Where are you?" She said to herself, staring out the window, keeping an eye out for the familiar American made silver sports car. In a way, she was anxious to leave, because being around Mamoru made her uncomfortable for some unknown reason.
"Would you like some hot tea?" A voice asked from behind.
Usagi slowly turned around, forcing herself tearing her eyes from the window, shivering a bit due to her damp hair. "Hai." She accepted, and took a seat on an easy chair, while Mamoru placed a tray on the table. "Arigato." A small smile graced her lips as she took the cup when he handed it to her.
Mamoru nodded. "So Usagi-san, I take it your still in High School." He commented, glancing over her dark blue and white uniform, trying to strike up a conversation.
The hot liquid slipped into her throat, burning her lips. "Itai." She rubbed them, bowing her head. "Yeah, I'm a freshmen at Juuban High School, and you?"
"College."
"Oh." She blinked. He was definitely way older than she was.
She didn't say anything during his narration of his doctor major or his interests in medical school. They were rather boring to her. Instead, she fingered the sliver cross than hung around her neck, pretending to listen. Until one particular question caught her ears.
"So do you have a boyfriend?"
"Nani?" She looked up at him, arching an eyebrow.
"Just curious." He smiled. "I think a girl as cute as you would have at least two."
Was he trying to flirt or something? If he was, then it made her to laugh instead of being flattered. "That's a rather personal question, but yes, I'm seeing someone."
Disappointment seemed to fill his expression, but he was good at hiding it, taking a sip of his tea. "Figures."
"I bet you wouldn't believe me if I told you who it was?" She closed her eyes, not noticing his expression.
Mamoru titled his head to the side, interested. "Who is it?"
"Seiya from The Three Lights."
"You're kidding."
"Iie." She shook her head, grinning.
He chuckled. "Let me guess. He's the one you called, and he coming to pick you up."
Usagi nodded. "You guessed right."
Mamoru was about to ask her something else, when the doorbell, surprising him when Usagi instantly got to her feet with obvious eagerness. He got up himself, and held out his hand to her. "It was nice meeting you Usagi-san."
Hesitantly, she took it, shaking it lightly. "You too Mamoru." She forced a smiled, and then took her hand back, walking the small distance to the door, and opened it, flinging herself into her boyfriend's arms. "It took you long enough Seiya." She frowned playfully at him, taking his hand in hers.
Mamoru watched him, his expression unreadable. Perhaps it was jealously. But neither Usagi nor Seiya noticed it. They were to busy talking. "Later Odango Atama." He said, attempting to get her attention by calling her an annoying name.
"Don't call me that." She scowled at him. Seiya frowned slightly, staring at the older man from head to toe, jealous in his blue eyes. But he didn't say anything, since it was clear that Usagi had no apparent interest in him. Pulling on her hand he, smiled at her.
"Let's go Odango." He said, a smirk on his face as he glanced up at Mamoru, who looked away, ignoring the envy he was feeling.
"Hai. Ja Mamoru-san. Arigato for being so kind." She teased, allowing Seiya to lead her away, closing the door behind her.
Duo changed back into his normal clothing, for now, Shinigami was not needed. That man had no right to touch his Usagi in such a manner. Thank goodness he made him pay, that was just a taste of what he could really do. The rest he was saving for Beryl, if she decided to pay him another visit and pick a fight she could not possibly win. What was she thinking? He had gone easy on her, because it amused him to just toy her, to see what she could really do.
The rain had stopped, and the stars were visible once again. He stared up at the sky, thinking of that particular Three Lights Song. "Search for you love……….." He sang the words to Negaraboshie. The tune was still on his mind. What could he say, the radio stations played it constantly so it was only logical that he knew the words by heart. It was an unusual love song. For some reason, when he heard the song, Usagi would come to mind. Maybe the song was for someone else, but to him, it was for Usagi.
Speaking of Usagi, there she was, seated in the passenger's side of Seiya's fancy sports car at a nearby stoplight. She was staring out the window, and their eyes met for a brief second, before the light turned turn green, and the car sped off. She must have been on a date with him. Her eyes were so warm, like they always would be; it was torture that's what it was. Not being able to interfere just yet, he had to give her time, but he didn't know how much more he could take. He wanted to be with her. "Usagi-chan……….. soon." His voice trailed off, sighing, his eyes sad.
Usagi woke up early for a change. Maybe it was because of her dream. She couldn't remember the whole thing, but it was about Duo. It confused her. Why was she dreaming of Duo when she hardly knew him. Did she have some sort of crush on him or what? All she remembered from the dream he was smiling at her, saying something she couldn't really hear. It was weird.
That seemed to be the only thing on her mind as she entered the classroom. Just what was it about him that made her think of him. It was like that with Mamoru, but she forced herself to forget him. Duo was a much better choice.
The note and rose left on her desk made her smile. Only Seiya would do that. So after she took her seat and placed her book bag on the side of her desk, she picked up the rose, inhaling its sweet scent, and opened the envelope, reading the note. Her face fell for a moment, then her expression brightened when she felt a presence beside her.
"Ohayoo Duo." She flashed him a smile, blushing slightly, remembering that she had dreamed about him.
"Ohayoo." He replied, a side grin curving his lips.
There was that feeling again. Her stomach was full of butterflies, and her heart was racing. Every breath she took seemed as if it wasn't enough. Just what kind of charm did he have? It had to be his smile or those gorgeous violet eyes. How was she going to concentrate on class this time? Where was Seiya when she needed him?
Dating Seiya wasn't easy, since he was an idol, and sometimes he didn't come to school like Taiki or Yaten. That's when they were either doing a concert or filming a movie. It was something Usagi had yet to get used to.
"Baka Seiya." Usagi chuckled, reading his note again, taking a sip of her soda. He was doing a concert in Yokahoma, and wouldn't be back for a week. Typical. That's what she got for having a singer for a boyfriend.
"Mind if I join you?" A familiar voice asked.
Usagi looked up to see Duo staring down at her expectantly, holding his books, a box of Chinese take out in his hand. "Iie, I don't mind." She smiled.
With her permission, he sat down at the table, placing his books on top. "So what are you up to Usagi?" He asked.
"Nothing much, just re reading a note." Usagi shrugged, putting the note into her book bag.
"From your boyfriend?"
Usagi flushed, and nodded. "Hai. He's not going to be in school for the rest of the week, how do you like that."
Duo chuckled. "You tell me?"
She giggled. "I guess….. I don't like it, but what can I say, he's part of The Three Lights."
Duo nodded, unsure of what to say without making a fool out of himself in front of her, so he waited for her to say something.
"So you're from America ne?" She asked a moment later.
"Hai, from California." Usagi grinned, propping her elbows on the table, resting her chin in her palms.
"Sugoi, I've always wanted to go to America."
Duo leaned back, closing his eyes. "You'd love it."
"Hontoo ni?"
He nodded, his eyes twinkling, a half smile gracing his lips. "Yeah, and I think it would love you."
Her cheeks turned pink at that, realizing he was flirting. "You think so?" She said weakly, a little embarrassed.
Duo watched her, amused with her blushing. "Yeah."
Usagi opened her mouth to speak when she was interrupted by another male voice.
"Duo, it's a pleasure to see you again." The voice said mockingly.
Duo turned, narrowing his eyes on the man who stood behind him. "What do you want Jadeite?"
::Fin::
That's it for now!! Did you like? Anyway, there aren't going to be a lot of notes at the end of this chappie cuz I'm in school editing this so I can post it and… like, I don't have much time to torture Wufei this time *evil smirk* *brings out pictures of Wufei dressed as an ice skater from P-chan's review for Again (by Chibi Tenshi* Review Ten-chan's (Chibi Tenshi) fics too!! She's an AWESOME author!!!! But especially make sure you review ALLURE-CHAN'S fics!!! She's my Oneesan and a VERY talented writer so REVIEW HER FICS!!!!! *stern look toward readers* *sweatdrop* Umm… that's all I wanna say…. Bai bai for now!!!! *mumbles: they better review or else I'll-* *gets another look from Allure-chan* *sighs* I just can't win can I? REVIEW!!!!!