They were all tired from transforming and decided to detransform and get something to eat. The Inner senshi stayed at Mamoru's place until the Outer senshi left. Usagi and the gang all went to a restaurant down the street from Mamoru's house. After Usagi and gang left, Haruka suggested that they go to the café and get a bite to eat.
"But Haruka-papa, I wanted to cook a nice meal for you guys
tonight.
"She's wanted to for this past week, she knew that she was going to meet you guys and wanted to cook something special…I told her she could."
"But how did she…"
"Know? Haruka, I'm the Time Gate keeper remember? I knew she
would meet you guys…I told her about a little of her past
earlier, but not the senshi part…just about you two…"
"Ara… Well, lets go back to my place and you can cook for us
Hotaru-chan."
"Arigatou, Haruka-papa!"
"iie."
Haruka, Michiru, Setsuna, and Hotaru went back to Haruka's
apartment for dinner. On the way they stopped at the store to get the supplies for Hotaru. She wouldn't tell them what she was making, but they didn't mind.
"What do you need Hotaru-chan?"
"Um…some beef, some rice, some beans…"
"Is that all?"
"Hai! Michiru-mama."
"Then lets go pay for it ok?"
"Hai!"
They paid for the supplies and went to the apartment.
"Mmm…smells good Hotaru-chan!"
"Arigatou, but don't come in here Setsuna-mama, it's a surprise!"
"Ok…I'm leaving."
Michiru and Haruka quietly set the table as Hotaru made dinner. By the smells coming from the kitchen, everyone had an idea of what was for dinner.
"DINNER!"
"Coming Hotaru-chan."
They sat down at the dinner table and Hotaru brought out the
rice, then the tea, because she knew Haruka preferred tea with her meals. Finally she brought out the main dish.
"Sugoi! That looks wonderful Hotaru-chan!"
"Arigatou, Michiru-mama!"
"Hai, you really out did yourself this time Hotaru-chan."
"Arigatou, Haruka-papa." Hotaru looked at Setsuna, who was staring out the window,
"Setsuna-mama? nani onai?"
"Nani? Ara…gommen ne Hotaru-chan, iie."
"Are you sure Setsuna-san?"
"Yokteyo, Michiru-san," Setsuna said as she stared into
Michiru's Concerned eyes.
"Anyway, lets eat!"
"Hai!" Hotaru said with twinkles in her eyes at the sight of everyone eating her food. She cooked curry for them and everyone loved it. They didn't know Hotaru could cook this well. Everyone was proud of Hotaru.
Haruka decided that since it was late, that everyone should just stay there tonight.
"Minna, I think that it's too late for you to go home. Why don't you stay here tonight?"
"Sure." Michiru said with a smile.
"I don't have a problem, do you Hotaru-chan?"
"iie, I enjoy your guys company, and I'm glad we're a family again."
"Me too, Hotaru-chan, especially since I have found my love."Michiru said lovingly as she put her head on Haruka's shoulder. Haruka wrapped her arms around Michiru's waist. They looked totally happy together.
"I'm glad for you two. Now if you'll excuse me, I'm going to get ready for bed." Setsuna got up and walked to the bathroom right next to the kitchen. Hotaru did the same, but she had to borrow one of Haruka's shirts. By now Michiru had half of her wardrobe there because her and Haruka planned on moving in together.
"Arigatou, Haruka-papa!"
"iie, Hotaru-chan. Run along now and change princess, while Michiru-mama and I get your bed ready."
"Hai!" With that she took off running towards the bathroom. Haruka smiled a bit and Michiru was delighted to see her smile again. Haruka always had a cold expression on her face lately.
"I'm glad you're smiling again."
"Nani?"
"Well, you always have a cold expression on your face. You hardly ever smile anymore. I like it better when you smile."
"Arigatou, Michiru." With that she kissed Michiru's forehead lightly. Michiru leaned her head against Haruka's lips. She liked the feeling of Haruka's soft hot breath on her forehead and face. She wrapped her arms around Haruka's back and placed her head on Haruka's shoulder. Haruka wrapped her arms around Michiru, never wanting to let go. Setsuna walked in.
"Ahem…sorry to interrupt here, but need any help?"
"iie, we've got it…just taking a break."
"I see that Haruka-san."
"What's wrong, Setsuna-san?"
"Gommen ne, I'm not feeling well. I need some rest."
"The couch is ready if you want it."
"Arigatou, Michiru."
"Oyasumi nasi, Setsuna."
"Oyasumi nasi, Michiru."
Hotaru walked out of the bathroom and saw Setsuna sleeping on the couch.
"Setsuna-mama must be tired."
"Hai, Hotaru-chan, lets leave Setsuna and Haruka be…I'll tuck you in." Michiru walks to the room on the opposite side of the apartment with Hotaru close behind. Haruka finished tidying up and walked to the guestroom and stood in the doorway.
"Oyasumi nasi, Hotaru-chan."
"Oyasumi nasi, Michiru-mama, Haruka-papa."
"Oyasumi nasi, Hotaru-chan."
Michiru was startled to see Haruka standing there. She came in and kissed Hotaru on the forehead. Michiru sort of had this half smile half-jealous look on her face. Haruka looked at Michiru and left to get ready for bed. Michiru finished tucking Hotaru in. She turned off the lights, and closed the door. She quietly walked towards Haruka's room as not to wake anyone. She got to the door and it was almost completely shut. She peeked in to see what Haruka was doing, but instead she got a tap on her shoulder. Before she could say anything, she was turned around and passionately kissed. She welcomed this feeling, for she knew who's it was. Michiru wrapped her arms around her lover's neck. She could feel strong hands holding her waist. When the kiss ended, Michiru opened her eyes to find Haruka, just as she suspected. Haruka smiled back, and went to get ready for bed.