AN: The third chapter of the story. I'm trying to get these out as fast as I can Minna-san. I hope that I can get the full story out soon, but there are just so many things to do before christmas! Enjoy chapter 3, Mamoru's perfect gift.

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Mamoru pulled up in front of Osaka's Fine Jewelry Store and let Rei and Makoto out of the car. Then, he went to park while they scoured the store for a ring that they thought Usagi would like. He was sure that they would find something at Naru's mother's store. Usagi was constantly spotted in the store ogling at all of the fancy jewelry.

Konnichi-wa girls! What brings you here this morning? A tall, thin lady with red hair pulled back in a tight bun questioned.
Well, Mrs. Osaka, we're actually here to find a ring for Usagi. Rei
For Usagi? Nani?
It's supposed to be an engagement ring from Mamoru. He'll be arriving shortly. He just went to park the car.
Oh! They're going to get married! the tall woman bubbled, I'll have to tell Naru! Hang on a moment girls, she's at home. I'll call her and get her to come down to the store. She can help us pick out the ring. I have a few things in mind for Usagi. As she called Naru, the decorative bells hanging from the door jangled, indicating Mamoru's arrival.

I'm on my way Mom. Naru-chan's cheerful voice could be heard on the other line before she hung up.

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The three girls and Mamoru admired the selections that Naru's mother had presented for inspection. She had chosen the most special and beautiful rings that the store could offer. She wanted Usagi's ring to be perfect. Out of the five there were two which Mamoru really thought that Usagi would like. One was made of white gold and studded with tiny diamonds, which were evenly spaced around the band. The other was yellow gold and had a sapphire in a claw setting. All around the sapphire was brushed gold, making it stand out noticeably.
I like these two, Mamoru said thoughtfully. The women nodded in agreement. But I'm just not sure which one.
I think the sapphire ring, said Naru with her thick accent. Usagi-chan likes precious stones and this one resembles her eyes.
Mamoru agreed, looking down at the sapphire.
I like the other ring, I think, Makoto said energetically. It's modern but still classically beautiful.
That's the one that I was thinking too, Rei admitted, honestly. I really like the white gold with the diamonds all around it.
It's just a little different from the normal engagement ring. I think that it's perfect. What do you think Mrs. Osaka? You're the jeweler.
I agree. Usagi would really like the white gold ring. She's going to get a gold wedding ring anyway. The white gold will be a little change. You wouldn't want her to get sick of yellow now! Everyone laughed.

Mom, don't ya have an earring and necklace set like this? Naru asked. A nice pair of diamond earrings would look great with the ring.
Hai! I believe I do. Would you like to see that, Mamoru?
Yes please! Mrs. Osaka rummaged around in the back room and produced a gorgeous set; earrings and a diamond necklace.
Hai! These are beautiful. I think that Usako will really like these. I'll take all three pieces please. Mamoru beamed.
Here, I'll wrap them specially for ya, Mamoru-san. Naru offered.
Hai! Domo Arigato Naru-chan.
Don't ya even mention it! Naru laughed as she winked at him.
What do you want the inscription to say inside the ring, Mamoru?
Hmm... Usako, Now and Forever, I think. .. and the date.. Dec. 25, 2001.
That's beautiful! Rei praised.
Oh, Usagi-chan is going to be so excited! Makoto could hardly contain her excitement for her friend.

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Shortly after Mamoru had paid, Naru returned with two intricately wrapped packages.
Here ya go, Mamoru! I hope all goes well for you and Usagi-chan. She said giving him a hug.
Arigato Naru-chan.
Rei and Makoto agreed.
Thanks for all of your help. Minna-chan, Domo Arigato! Mamoru smiled. He was eternally grateful to them all. He had found the perfect Christmas gift for Usagi. I've got to get back now though. If I've timed this right, Usako will just be getting up. Thank you again! Ja na!
Ja ne, Mamoru, the girls chimed.
Good luck and best wishes, Mamoru! said Rei, as Mamoru strode out the door towards his car
Now I just have to pick-up a toboggan, and I think that Motoki has one at the arcade. I'll just swing by there quickly to check. Then, I'll go home and make breakfast for Usa.' Mamoru planned. I hope those girls can keep a secret. He glanced back to see four faces, plastered against the glass, watching his departure.