Haruka hazily opened her eyes to a pair of joyous aqua orbs staring into hers. Good morning love ... she mumbled happily, stretching out and yawning.

Michiru smiled and kissed Haruka, Today is the race for Japan's title. How are you feeling?

I'm feeling great! Haruka replied beaming. Michiru laughed and snuggled close, putting an arm over her stomach. Several months had passed by, and Haruka had won all of her races, not that it was a surprise to anyone. Hasako was still in his sour mood, complaining to all the other competitors.

Hotaru suddenly opened the door and jumped onto their bed smiling wide, Good luck Ruka-papa! We'll all be cheering for you today! Haruka laughed and tickled Hotaru in her sides for a few moments, the young girls deep violet locks of hair shining in the sun rays.

Guess that means I should be getting ready ... The blonde lazily dragged herself out of bed, giving Michiru a quick peck on the cheek and walked into the bathroom. Splashing cold water over her face she shuddered lightly, ~Something feels strange.~ she thought to herself. Shrugging it off she headed into the kitchen where a large cup of coffee would greet her.

~*~

Ladies and gentleman! Welcome to the finals in this week's competitions!! The same, very accustomed announcer voice shouted into the mic.

Usagi leaned over her seat to get a good look at the track, This is so exciting!! I can't believe that Haruka made it this far!!

Rei shook her head, You shouldn't be surprised! Besides, we all know that she's going to win! Michiru shook her head in disbelief, and Hotaru laughed.

Races will begin in 7 minutes! Racers please make your way over to your cars!! The crowd began cheering loudly, seeing all the professionals come out onto the track. Haruka walked to her car, in her red firesuit holding her helmet in her hand. She smiled and waved to the audience, the people going crazy. Strapping her helmet on, she got into her car and gave the thumbs up.

Her team of car experts motioned for her to get going, the cars were taking their places amongst the ranks at the starting point. Red ... yellow ... GREEN! And they're off!! the announcer shouted.

Look at them go! Makoto exclaimed.

Minako was barely sitting and screaming like no tomorrow, Look at Haruka-san! She's already pulled ahead of everyone!

Michiru smiled happily while Hotaru was jumping up and down cheering, Go Ruka-papa go!

All racers are onto their second lap!! Haruka checked the rearview mirror, she had a good lead but was still cautious. Slowing down slightly for the turn she noticed someone coming up quickly on her left side. It was Hasako. Getting a little uneasy in her seat she shuffled lightly, and prepared for the next turn. Halfway through the turn, she felt something hit the back of her car lightly and swerved on the track.

Michiru gasped, along with the 2/3 of the rest of the audience.

Shit! What the hell!? Haruka cursed, getting control over her car again. Glancing in the rear view mirror Hasako had a determined look on his face, his hands clutching his steering wheel. Haruka cursed again, speeding up trying to get him off her tail.

Hasako kept at it though, with several failed attempts to knock her car off the track. Michiru sat on the edge of her seat, hoping that this would all come to an end soon. The other five inner senshi had worried looks plastered across their faces, Usagi holding her hands in tight fists.

Haruka had minimal relief flush across her, she was at the final turn. If all went alright, she could make it out of the stadium with all body parts intact. Hugging the left side of the road, she rounded the corner with ease, but noticed that Hasako was almost right next to her. Stepping on her gas pedal she tried to pull ahead of him, but he moved his car a little to the left before jerking his car to the right smashing right into Haruka's car. Her car smashed into swerved off and smashed into the wall, an explosion filling the air with smoke and fumes.