~*~3 Years Later~*~
"Rei, Ami, Minako, Makoto…" Ranae cried as she watched her friends die (AN OK let's pretend that the Stars Series does make it to English -k-. If you have seen the stars you know what part I am at…) "Don't leave me."
Ranae sat straight up in bed as Ranma came into the room and took Ranae into his arms and let her cry. "What happened Angel?" He asked.
"It was the same dream. I feel like I should know the people. But I don't. In the dream I know them. Like they are really important to me and then I watch them die and they say things to me." Ranae cried into Ranma's shoulder. It was always the same for 3 years, Ranae had had the same dream, and she would have it wake up crying, Ranma would hear her and comfort her while Ranae shook violently as she cried.
Ranae pulled back and wiped at her cheeks "I have a photo shoot today. And then I have to take over Callista's class of beginners today at 5 because she has a photo shoot then too. I also am going to try to find time to squeeze in at the hospital between the two."
Ranma walked out the door and then stopped "You want help with the beginners? I don't have anything to do after 4:30."
"No. I'll be fine, it might be a little boring but I will be fine." Ranae smiled, kissed her boyfriend and headed towards her bathroom. While Ranae took a shower her mind went back to three years ago, this always happened after she had the dreams. After she had moved in with Ranma. The two had become really good friend with the Chan family, Marianna Chan had become a kind of adoptive mother, Erik Chan a kind of adoptive father to both Ranae and Ranma. About a year ago Ranma and Ranae had begun going out soon before she, Alana, Callista, and Callia had become the Faces of Deception, models for a popular jean company. The four were now very famous, but they stayed close to home, none of them really liking the fame that came with being models, they preferred the quite town and helping out at the hospital and the dojo that Ranma, Ranae, the 3 oldest Chan girls and the 2 Chan boys Marcus and Hector had opened by pooling their money. They had bout the house next door to Ranma and Ranae and knocked out all the rooms and with a lot of redecorating it was a great dojo.
When Ranae stepped out of the shower and then dressed she walked into her room. It had changed a lot since when she had first moved in 3 years ago. Going from the plain white room it was no decorated in clouds. The carpet was a fluffy white, the walls a sky blue with clouds on the border. Her bedspread and curtain were all in cloud pattern. She had moved in a large antique dresser and matching desk and put in mirrors for her closest door. All in all it gave the room a very open, airy feeling.
Looking at the clock on her wall she noticed that if she didn't leave that second she was going to be extremely late. Grabbing her purse and keys she headed for the door, Ranma intercepted her though and asked "How about going out for dinner at The Jewel tonight?" The Jewel was a fancy restaurant.
"Sounds great." Ranae smiled "6 sound good? So I can get ready after my class today."
"Sounds great." Ranma said kissing Ranae.
"I gotta jet. I have a photo shoot and I want to get that over so I can stop by the hospital." Ranae said as she hurried out the door.
"I wanted to stop by the hospital before my class today. But it doesn't look like that is going to happen." Ranae sighed "It's 1 now and we still have that meeting with Laura to go to."
"Yeah." Alana replied taking off the red jacket she had been wearing over her white shirt for the photo shoot. "But we might as well get in there. I know Callista and Callia are already in there and the sooner we get in there the sooner we can get out."
"I guess your right." Ranae replied heading towards the meeting room.
The Ranae sat down across from Callista and Callia, Alana taking the seat next to her. Ranae turned her attention towards Laura, the owner of Deception, Laura was a woman in her mid to late 40's with blonde hair and blue eyes.
"So what's up with the emergency meeting?" Callia asked.
"Several things actually. First I need you guys to go to Tokyo for a couple months."
"Go to Tokyo why? When?" Ranae exclaimed.
"Again we are back to the several things. You will need to leave in about 2 weeks. One I got you guys an interview with Tokyo Teen."
"And interview!" Callista asked smiling.
"Yes an interview. I also got you guys a guest spot on Good-Morning Japan."
"An interview on TV?" Callia asked her face paled and then flushed with excitement.
"No I got you all of these because the other day I got a call from a director. He got a script that he really likes about 4 girls, 2 sets of sisters, who are from a small town and move to the big city to become actresses. And he wants you 4 for the main characters."
"Us?" The 4 asked in unison.
"Yes you. Now I know that it is a big decision that you are going to have to make together. So I will cut this meeting short." Laura said and stood up "Stop by tomorrow about 1 and we will talk about everything."
"OK thanks."
"This is so cool. I think we should take it." Callia said. The group was walking back towards their houses, someone from the office would bring their cars back to the house.
"I think Callia is right I mean how often do we get to do a movie in Tokyo?" Callista asked.
Alana nodded in agreement. Ranae looked trouble "I don't know…"
"Ranae it would especially be best for you. You haven't set foot outside of Kyra for the 3 years that you have been here." Alana said.
"I know it's just that…" Ranae let her sentence trail, she didn't know what it was.
* * * * * * * * * * * *
Sailor Pluto stood at the Gates of Time and watched. The princess stood at a fork in the road. She had to fates place in front of her and without realizing it this choice would change her whole life, for better or for worse. She now would choose her real destiny and the other, the one that wasn't, but no one but Pluto herself knew the true one and she couldn't tell anyone so the princess would have to do it on her own.
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Ranae was silent for a second thinking of her choices and finally she said "Yeah your right. Tokyo here we come."
With that said the group parted their ways and Ranae headed towards the school to prepare for her class. An hour after she got there a large group of young children ranging between 5 and 10. Ranae didn't usually teach the beginners she was an advanced teacher but Callia and Callista were both beginner teachers and couldn't take over today. Ranma had taught Ranae martial arts and Ranae had picked it up easily.
When all the students were gone Ranae hurriedly put everything away and rushed over towards the house so she could get ready for her date with Ranma. She quickly jumped into the shower and when she stepped out she pulled her terry cloth robe and headed towards her closest looking threw all of her dresses. Finally after much consideration she pulled out a bluish-purple dress with a princess waistline and thin spaghetti straps. With that on Ranae started on her hair and make-up.
At 6 exactly Ranae heard Ranma knock on her door. As she opened it she stood in front of Ranma who held is arm out to her "Are you ready milady?"
Ranae linked her arms threw Ranma's and both walked towards the car. When they reached The Jewel Ranma lead Ranae all the way to the back of the restaurant and past a set of double French doors. Into the cool summer air.
"Ranma what are we doing out here?" Ranae asked.
"I reserved the private patio for tonight." Ranma replied. "We have out own server and everything. The best service in the restaurant."
Ranae smiled and as the waiter came up and they placed their orders and he walked away. "Ranae you must know by now how much I love you." Ranae nodded mutely "And I want you to be with me forever. Ranae will you marry me?"
Ranae smiled tears coming to her eyes "Yes Ranma I will." As she said this Ranma slipped a diamond ring onto Ranae's finger.
The couple kissed and pulled apart. A face ran through Ranma's eyes as he said all of this but Ranma gave himself a mental shake and put the thought out of her mind. The couple spent the rest of the evening talking and making plans.
The next morning Ranae got up happier than she had been in awhile. She quickly got dressed and headed towards the studio so she wouldn't be late for her meeting. The night before she had told Ranma about her chance at a movie and he loved the idea and said that since summer was coming anyway he would close down the Martial Arts school and everyone could go if they wanted.
Ranae walked into the meeting 15 minutes late, Ranma had decided that he wanted to drop her off and pick her up "Sorry I'm late everyone." Ranae said taking her seat next to Alana.
"That's just fine Ranae. Everyone was just telling me on how you had all decided that you were going to talk the job." Laura replied with a smile "And I think it's great. Now Ranae is Ranma going to be coming?"
Ranae smiled "Actually yes with the 4 of us being gone he is going to close the school down for a break."
"OK." Laura nodded.
Ranae smiled "I also have something to say. Ranma proposed last night and I said yes."
Everyone jumped up with a scream and started talking to Ranae at once.
Ranae sighed and walked over to the table where she had set down her bottle of water and took a sip. With her all 4 deception models going to be gone for several months they wanted to get all the pictures taken an out of the way for the various ads.
As Ranae took a sip of water she felt strong arms encircle her waist making her jump but turning around she faced Ranma who kissed her softly. "You about read?" He asked.
"Just a couple more shots and I will be ready." Ranae replied. Then walking back towards the group she said "Can we hurry this up my rides here."
15 minutes later Ranae walked out of the office hand-in-hand with Ranma. As Ranma drove Ranae looked out the window suddenly she exclaimed "Ooo Ice Cream let's stop and get some!"
Minutes later Ranae had her ice cream and they continued home. As they pulled into the driveway they noticed the lights were on "Kalil must have stopped by. Wonder what happened today?" Ranae asked.
"Don't know but I guess we will find out." Ranma replied as he walked in the door. The 2 were right they found the 13-year-old sitting on their couch watching TV. Kalil spent a lot of time at Ranma and Ranae's house. Kalil usually fought with someone at her house and then would come over to Ranae and Ranma's to cool down.
"Hey Kalil." Ranae called.
"Hi." She replied glumly.
"What happened today?" Ranma asked.
"Got in trouble for fighting in school today." Kalil replied.
"'Lil what was if over this time?" Ranae asked.
"They were making fun of some new kid that's about it." Kalil replied shrugging. "Oh by the way Ranma some girl stopped by to talk to you today."
Ranma raised an eyebrow "Who? What was her name?"
"Umm. Let me think. Tendo something…"
"Tendo?" Ranma asked his face going pale. Ranae shot a confused look at her fiancee. "Do you know her first name?"
"Um started with an A. She staying at the Princess Suites. Oh yeah I remember her name it was Akane!" Kalil said.
Ranae shot a look at Ranma "Kalil maybe you should get home I'm sure your Mom is getting worried. You should explain everything that happened today."
"Yeah your probably right." Kalil replied "Bye guys."
"Who's Akane?" Ranae asked turning towards Ranma, eyes flashing, as Kalil closed the door behind her.
"No one." Ranma replied.
"Oh that's right I forgot." Ranae said her voice raising "We don't talk about your past. (AN this part is like my fav. part in Coyote Ugly) Why is that Ranma? What haven't you told me? What are you hiding? Who's Akane? Are we going to have to play a guessing game as to why you left wherever you left and moved to Kyra? And why don't you talk about it?"
"Akane is no one." Ranma replied quietly.
By this time Ranae's temper was flaring "I have never seen you react that way ever before. Who the hell is Akane?"
"Rei, Ami, Minako, Makoto…" Ranae cried as she watched her friends die (AN OK let's pretend that the Stars Series does make it to English -k-. If you have seen the stars you know what part I am at…) "Don't leave me."
Ranae sat straight up in bed as Ranma came into the room and took Ranae into his arms and let her cry. "What happened Angel?" He asked.
"It was the same dream. I feel like I should know the people. But I don't. In the dream I know them. Like they are really important to me and then I watch them die and they say things to me." Ranae cried into Ranma's shoulder. It was always the same for 3 years, Ranae had had the same dream, and she would have it wake up crying, Ranma would hear her and comfort her while Ranae shook violently as she cried.
Ranae pulled back and wiped at her cheeks "I have a photo shoot today. And then I have to take over Callista's class of beginners today at 5 because she has a photo shoot then too. I also am going to try to find time to squeeze in at the hospital between the two."
Ranma walked out the door and then stopped "You want help with the beginners? I don't have anything to do after 4:30."
"No. I'll be fine, it might be a little boring but I will be fine." Ranae smiled, kissed her boyfriend and headed towards her bathroom. While Ranae took a shower her mind went back to three years ago, this always happened after she had the dreams. After she had moved in with Ranma. The two had become really good friend with the Chan family, Marianna Chan had become a kind of adoptive mother, Erik Chan a kind of adoptive father to both Ranae and Ranma. About a year ago Ranma and Ranae had begun going out soon before she, Alana, Callista, and Callia had become the Faces of Deception, models for a popular jean company. The four were now very famous, but they stayed close to home, none of them really liking the fame that came with being models, they preferred the quite town and helping out at the hospital and the dojo that Ranma, Ranae, the 3 oldest Chan girls and the 2 Chan boys Marcus and Hector had opened by pooling their money. They had bout the house next door to Ranma and Ranae and knocked out all the rooms and with a lot of redecorating it was a great dojo.
When Ranae stepped out of the shower and then dressed she walked into her room. It had changed a lot since when she had first moved in 3 years ago. Going from the plain white room it was no decorated in clouds. The carpet was a fluffy white, the walls a sky blue with clouds on the border. Her bedspread and curtain were all in cloud pattern. She had moved in a large antique dresser and matching desk and put in mirrors for her closest door. All in all it gave the room a very open, airy feeling.
Looking at the clock on her wall she noticed that if she didn't leave that second she was going to be extremely late. Grabbing her purse and keys she headed for the door, Ranma intercepted her though and asked "How about going out for dinner at The Jewel tonight?" The Jewel was a fancy restaurant.
"Sounds great." Ranae smiled "6 sound good? So I can get ready after my class today."
"Sounds great." Ranma said kissing Ranae.
"I gotta jet. I have a photo shoot and I want to get that over so I can stop by the hospital." Ranae said as she hurried out the door.
"I wanted to stop by the hospital before my class today. But it doesn't look like that is going to happen." Ranae sighed "It's 1 now and we still have that meeting with Laura to go to."
"Yeah." Alana replied taking off the red jacket she had been wearing over her white shirt for the photo shoot. "But we might as well get in there. I know Callista and Callia are already in there and the sooner we get in there the sooner we can get out."
"I guess your right." Ranae replied heading towards the meeting room.
The Ranae sat down across from Callista and Callia, Alana taking the seat next to her. Ranae turned her attention towards Laura, the owner of Deception, Laura was a woman in her mid to late 40's with blonde hair and blue eyes.
"So what's up with the emergency meeting?" Callia asked.
"Several things actually. First I need you guys to go to Tokyo for a couple months."
"Go to Tokyo why? When?" Ranae exclaimed.
"Again we are back to the several things. You will need to leave in about 2 weeks. One I got you guys an interview with Tokyo Teen."
"And interview!" Callista asked smiling.
"Yes an interview. I also got you guys a guest spot on Good-Morning Japan."
"An interview on TV?" Callia asked her face paled and then flushed with excitement.
"No I got you all of these because the other day I got a call from a director. He got a script that he really likes about 4 girls, 2 sets of sisters, who are from a small town and move to the big city to become actresses. And he wants you 4 for the main characters."
"Us?" The 4 asked in unison.
"Yes you. Now I know that it is a big decision that you are going to have to make together. So I will cut this meeting short." Laura said and stood up "Stop by tomorrow about 1 and we will talk about everything."
"OK thanks."
"This is so cool. I think we should take it." Callia said. The group was walking back towards their houses, someone from the office would bring their cars back to the house.
"I think Callia is right I mean how often do we get to do a movie in Tokyo?" Callista asked.
Alana nodded in agreement. Ranae looked trouble "I don't know…"
"Ranae it would especially be best for you. You haven't set foot outside of Kyra for the 3 years that you have been here." Alana said.
"I know it's just that…" Ranae let her sentence trail, she didn't know what it was.
* * * * * * * * * * * *
Sailor Pluto stood at the Gates of Time and watched. The princess stood at a fork in the road. She had to fates place in front of her and without realizing it this choice would change her whole life, for better or for worse. She now would choose her real destiny and the other, the one that wasn't, but no one but Pluto herself knew the true one and she couldn't tell anyone so the princess would have to do it on her own.
* * * * * * * * * * * *
Ranae was silent for a second thinking of her choices and finally she said "Yeah your right. Tokyo here we come."
With that said the group parted their ways and Ranae headed towards the school to prepare for her class. An hour after she got there a large group of young children ranging between 5 and 10. Ranae didn't usually teach the beginners she was an advanced teacher but Callia and Callista were both beginner teachers and couldn't take over today. Ranma had taught Ranae martial arts and Ranae had picked it up easily.
When all the students were gone Ranae hurriedly put everything away and rushed over towards the house so she could get ready for her date with Ranma. She quickly jumped into the shower and when she stepped out she pulled her terry cloth robe and headed towards her closest looking threw all of her dresses. Finally after much consideration she pulled out a bluish-purple dress with a princess waistline and thin spaghetti straps. With that on Ranae started on her hair and make-up.
At 6 exactly Ranae heard Ranma knock on her door. As she opened it she stood in front of Ranma who held is arm out to her "Are you ready milady?"
Ranae linked her arms threw Ranma's and both walked towards the car. When they reached The Jewel Ranma lead Ranae all the way to the back of the restaurant and past a set of double French doors. Into the cool summer air.
"Ranma what are we doing out here?" Ranae asked.
"I reserved the private patio for tonight." Ranma replied. "We have out own server and everything. The best service in the restaurant."
Ranae smiled and as the waiter came up and they placed their orders and he walked away. "Ranae you must know by now how much I love you." Ranae nodded mutely "And I want you to be with me forever. Ranae will you marry me?"
Ranae smiled tears coming to her eyes "Yes Ranma I will." As she said this Ranma slipped a diamond ring onto Ranae's finger.
The couple kissed and pulled apart. A face ran through Ranma's eyes as he said all of this but Ranma gave himself a mental shake and put the thought out of her mind. The couple spent the rest of the evening talking and making plans.
The next morning Ranae got up happier than she had been in awhile. She quickly got dressed and headed towards the studio so she wouldn't be late for her meeting. The night before she had told Ranma about her chance at a movie and he loved the idea and said that since summer was coming anyway he would close down the Martial Arts school and everyone could go if they wanted.
Ranae walked into the meeting 15 minutes late, Ranma had decided that he wanted to drop her off and pick her up "Sorry I'm late everyone." Ranae said taking her seat next to Alana.
"That's just fine Ranae. Everyone was just telling me on how you had all decided that you were going to talk the job." Laura replied with a smile "And I think it's great. Now Ranae is Ranma going to be coming?"
Ranae smiled "Actually yes with the 4 of us being gone he is going to close the school down for a break."
"OK." Laura nodded.
Ranae smiled "I also have something to say. Ranma proposed last night and I said yes."
Everyone jumped up with a scream and started talking to Ranae at once.
Ranae sighed and walked over to the table where she had set down her bottle of water and took a sip. With her all 4 deception models going to be gone for several months they wanted to get all the pictures taken an out of the way for the various ads.
As Ranae took a sip of water she felt strong arms encircle her waist making her jump but turning around she faced Ranma who kissed her softly. "You about read?" He asked.
"Just a couple more shots and I will be ready." Ranae replied. Then walking back towards the group she said "Can we hurry this up my rides here."
15 minutes later Ranae walked out of the office hand-in-hand with Ranma. As Ranma drove Ranae looked out the window suddenly she exclaimed "Ooo Ice Cream let's stop and get some!"
Minutes later Ranae had her ice cream and they continued home. As they pulled into the driveway they noticed the lights were on "Kalil must have stopped by. Wonder what happened today?" Ranae asked.
"Don't know but I guess we will find out." Ranma replied as he walked in the door. The 2 were right they found the 13-year-old sitting on their couch watching TV. Kalil spent a lot of time at Ranma and Ranae's house. Kalil usually fought with someone at her house and then would come over to Ranae and Ranma's to cool down.
"Hey Kalil." Ranae called.
"Hi." She replied glumly.
"What happened today?" Ranma asked.
"Got in trouble for fighting in school today." Kalil replied.
"'Lil what was if over this time?" Ranae asked.
"They were making fun of some new kid that's about it." Kalil replied shrugging. "Oh by the way Ranma some girl stopped by to talk to you today."
Ranma raised an eyebrow "Who? What was her name?"
"Umm. Let me think. Tendo something…"
"Tendo?" Ranma asked his face going pale. Ranae shot a confused look at her fiancee. "Do you know her first name?"
"Um started with an A. She staying at the Princess Suites. Oh yeah I remember her name it was Akane!" Kalil said.
Ranae shot a look at Ranma "Kalil maybe you should get home I'm sure your Mom is getting worried. You should explain everything that happened today."
"Yeah your probably right." Kalil replied "Bye guys."
"Who's Akane?" Ranae asked turning towards Ranma, eyes flashing, as Kalil closed the door behind her.
"No one." Ranma replied.
"Oh that's right I forgot." Ranae said her voice raising "We don't talk about your past. (AN this part is like my fav. part in Coyote Ugly) Why is that Ranma? What haven't you told me? What are you hiding? Who's Akane? Are we going to have to play a guessing game as to why you left wherever you left and moved to Kyra? And why don't you talk about it?"
"Akane is no one." Ranma replied quietly.
By this time Ranae's temper was flaring "I have never seen you react that way ever before. Who the hell is Akane?"