Disclaimer: Don't own. C'mon now! What were you thinking?!?
AN: Here's the Second Chapter. I think the dream sequence is a little messed though. Let me know if you get lost, or have any ideas to re-work it! I'm spent. This writer's block I've been having is horrible.

Chapter 2: A New Awakening
By: PinkSugaSweetie

Mamoru continued on his way, making the usual loop as he headed back towards his apartment, now in the proper direction of his office. He sighed as his thoughts were controlled only by Usagi. Holding her seemed so familiar. He could still feel her touch, warm on his skin. It made the hot coffee in his hand feel like ice water, though it was recently purchased. He dawdled slowly on his way to work, thinking of his bunny and planning his next comment or phrase which would hide his true feelings. They could never be revealed to her. She was far too young.

Chiba Mamoru silently reveled in her frustration with him, not only because she looked adorable when fuming but it also ensured her consistent return. Usagi was not one to be easily defeated. Although they crossed paths twice a day (not always involuntarily ;), she still remained a mystery to him.

As Mamoru neared the office building, he tried to shake his thoughts of Usagi, but it was an impossible feat. His thoughts continued to dwell frequently on her throughout the day.

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Usagi finally reached the school building with a feeling of relief. She looked back over her shoulder, pleased to find the street and sidewalk empty. She was alone.

Usagi always dreaded these mornings, not only due to the fact that she constantly ran into Mamoru, but because they left her feeling odd and incomplete. Her feelings were mixed for Mamoru and indecisive. She couldn't exactly pinpoint his character. With him, she never knew quite what to think. His eyes, those beautiful eyes, had a depth which was unattainable. They seemed so clear and pure, but underneath, it was as though they were completely the opposite. It was like he was holding a special secret, describing factors much deeper than apparently revealed.

Usagi knew there was something more to Chiba Mamoru than he let on, she just didn't know what. There had to be more to this man than just someone who bullied her. It often seemed as though her nemesis had a softer side. Perhaps, it was only the fact that Usagi wanted something more than harassment from her enemy. He held such mystery for her. However, Usagi refused classify her feelings for her nemesis as love, deciding that they were only a need for greater knowledge of the suspect. He was her archenemy, after all!

Usagi knew that she was only in love with Tuxedo Kamen. They would often linger behind battles together. But after months of fighting, she still didn't know his true identity. She would have to speak to Rei-chan at lunch. Rei had to know Tuxedo Kamen-sama's true identity. Surely, she would be able to help Usagi crack this great mystery. Usagi just had to find a way to get the answers out of Rei because she didn't like to reveal the future.

Rei lived at the Cherrywood Temple with her grandfather and a young man named Yuurichiro. The fiery priestess often received premonitions and could see into the future. She was also a sailor senshi, the princess of the red planet, Sailor Mars. Rei and Usagi often argued but they were the closest of friends. Each had a special connection with the other. Rei was the only person Usagi would talk to about Tuxedo Kamen. The other scouts were paranoid about him. They felt that he was a threat and could even be an enemy. Usagi found this impossible, after all, he was constantly saving her. Sailor Mars, was usually the most protective senshi, but had relaxed over the past week. Usagi knew that Rei had received a vision. Deep inside, she knew that her thoughts about Tuxedo Kamen had been correct.

Suddenly, the bell rang, interrupting Usagi's thoughts. I'm late again! Haruna-sensei is going to kill me for sure! she shrieked as she bolted into Juuban Junior School. Bursting through the front doors, Usagi rounded the corner into the hallway where her classroom was situated. The door was still open.

Usagi sprinted down the hallway. I'm actually going to make it,' she thought joyously. The open door was like a gateway to heaven for Usagi. She was almost there. Her goal was attainable. She began turning just about to enter the classroom, when the door slammed shut in her face, leaving Usagi plastered to it. came a muffled voice at the door. Haruna-sensei sweat dropped as she stared at the blonde girl, with her face pressed up against the window, slowly sliding down the glass. She let the girl in, feeling badly for hurting her.
Gomen, Haruna-sensei, she muttered dragging herself into the classroom.
That's fine, Usagi. We'll let it go today. Now class, please open your English books to page 41, Subject and Predicate.'

As Haruna-sensei spoke on, and on, and on, Usagi could feel herself slipping away from the lesson. She couldn't focus on the textbook right now. Her thoughts turned to Tuxedo Kamen.
He's so dreamy, she thought to herself. His black tuxedo and top hat. He was so handsome. Usagi's thoughts replayed there most recent battle. The youma's had been getting stronger lately. Mercury and Mars had been toasting a youma when it leaped out of the fog and attacked her. Thrown to the ground, it was just about to take a swipe at her with razor sharp claws when a beautiful red rose came across, striking the youma's hands and landing at her feet. He had saved her again. Tuxedo Kamen-sama!,' she thought before drifting off.
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Sailor Moon!
Hai, Tuxedo Kamen-sama!
Come with me, he said, outstretching his hand.
she replied to her dream image, after looking back at the nodding scouts. She placed her hand in his. Then, he picked her up, taking her to the highest rooftop in Tokyo, far away from the remnants of the previous battle. She looked out at all of the sparkling lights. It's beautiful, she breathed, still clinging to his jacket tightly. Suddenly, a tune began to play.
May I have this dance, he smiled at her.
she said hesitantly. They twirled around, laughing. Usagi felt like she was in heaven. Her whole body was tingling.
Sailor Moon... he said quietly stopping them, resting a hand on her shoulder. She didn't realize how close they were standing until they had stopped.
she breathed.
You are so gorgeous, he whispered as he bent down, about to close the short distance between her lips. She closed her eyes and held her breath, leaning in. They moved towards each other. She could feel his breath on her face, his hand playing with the collar of her fuku, tangling in her hair. Suddenly, he was briskly pulled away, shaking her until she could no longer see him.
Eyes still closed, she felt all warmth leave her body, except for his tight grip on her shoulder. Nan desu-ka? ....Tuxedo Kamen-sama!, she squeaked, close to tears and fearful.

Usagi..? Usagi-chan! Snap out of it girl, a voice said, still shaking her. It was Makoto. Usagi looked up at her still dazed. The dream was cast aside.
Whew! Gomen, Mako-chan! How long have I been like this? I'm lucky Haruna-sensei didn't catch me sleeping. Is class over now? The blonde babbled. Makoto couldn't help but smile down at her.
You were dreaming again, Usagi.

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Faith will bring you happiness. - Mako-chan to Usagi, Episode 77.
I've found that you can't make someone love you. You can only stock them and hope they panic and give in.

AN: Sorry these were so short. I have more that I made into a third chapter but I decided that you guys had waited long enough. More to come shortly!