Chapter 5
Makoto walked up the temple steps. During her entire walk, she managed to look out so nothing would happen to her. She gave a little sigh.
I hope they don't come to check up on me. I won't be there. What was Ken trying to tell me? Oh well. All I know is I have to warn the senshi about everything. I missed them so much. Why am I going to soft hearted? Geeze. Now, what am I going to tell them?
She looked at the temple ahead of her and continued walking. She moved over the wooden steps and stopped at the sound of voices from Rei's room.
"What's taking so long? I'm getting so impatient!"
"Rei, calm down. You know they're her friends and wouldn't do anything to harm her."
"Ami's right you know. But, what if Rei's right too?"
"So, when are we going to bring in the outers?"
"I don't know. Do you think we should tell Makoto the news?"
"She'll understand, won't she?"
"I don't know. It might come as a shock."
"After all she's been through, I think we should give her a break."
Give me a break? What are they talking about? Are they going to let me go as a senshi? This can't be happening.
The thunder rolled as streaks of lightning filled the sky. This day wasn't going to be good. She knew it too well. The drops started to splatter across the cement, making darker dots all over the ground. She opened the door and walked in to have all eyes on her.
"Mako-chan!" She was completely tackled to the floor by two girls.
"I'm so glad to see you all." Minako looked down at her.
"So, what happened exactly?"
"Well, I protected our idenities. I fear for us. I think they're planning to do something that no one will expect. All of us should be on our guard since they could attack at any time."
"So they want the senshi?"
"Yep."
"Makoto, the outers are going to come and help us. I don't think we'll be able to do it alone," said Ami.
"Makoto, you know you can take a break for a while to heal up," said Rei. Makoto smiled.
"No. Everything is going to be alright. I want to help as much as possible." She nodded. Usagi smiled at her.
"I have some news that I think you should know." Makoto paid full attention.
"What is it?"
"Chibi-Usa is on the way."
'That's wonderful! Crystal Tokyo will soon be here then!"
"Are those guys treating you well?" asked Minako. She nodded.
"They want to make sure I'm safe. That reminds me. I should be getting back. They think I'm asleep but I actually snuck out."
"You snuck out? Why?" asked Rei.
"They didn't want me going anywhere. Don't worry. I didn't tell them we're the senshi. I'll check with you guys later." She quickly picked herself and ran out.
I need to go to my apartment. I have things I need to get like some clothes. Plus, I could drive my car back. Oh well. Even though they'd get pissed at me, it doesn't matter.
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Ken let out a sigh while he sat there. Youji was in the hot tub for the hell of it, Omi was trying to find out what the chemical still was, Ran was sharpening his kantana, and he was just looking at the clock.
I should go check on her.
He took to his feet and started toward the room she held.
"You should let her rest." He sighed and then headed back where he took his seat.
"I don't know how to tell her Ran. What should I do?"
"Tell her the truth."
"What if she doesn't believe the truth? What if she just doesn't believe me?"
"She will."
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She pulled her key out from under the mat and quickly unlocked the door. The door opened, letting the warm air take her into the dark place. She locked everything after herself and quickly started getting out of her wet clothing. She grabbed up the wet clothes, turned on the lights and started for her room when she looked up to see the occupant on her couch. He smiled up at her, sitting in his trench coat that was wrapped around him.
"Thought you could get away that easily?" Her fingers gripped the cold clothing while she just stood there, looking at him in a sense of surprise and shock. She couldn't move from her spot. Her legs kept her in place while he proceeded to walk toward her. He looked down at her with that same smile. He took the wet clothes from her and oddly enough, she let him. They dropped to the floor with a squish.
"How did you find me?" Her voice was just below a whisper.
"How else? Your records are on file." She watched as his eyes looked over her and then back up to her. She let out a sigh and then started toward her room with him following. Suddenly, she turned to him.
"Why do you have to be against us?"
"Be against who?"
"The senshi and the WeiB?" He placed an arm around her and smiled as they continued walking.
"We're not against the senshi. We just want to help them but eventually use them in return." He sat on her bed while she started looking through her draws but mostly throwing things out on the floor.
"Why are you against the WeiB?"
"All of them lie Makoto. Nothing that they do is right. They kill innocent people just so they can get money. We only do it to save the lives of others. That's what we live for." She leaned on her dresser and twisted the water out of her hair.
"What exactly are you trying to say Schuldich?" A smile spread over his face while he walked toward her.
"I know a secret that they've been keeping from you." She rose an eye brow.
"Most likely, what you're going to tell me is a lie. All you are is trying to take over my mind like you did last time. I'm not going to fall for it. Just give up already and leave. If I have to, I'll fight you." His smile grew larger while he leaned closer to her ear, sending a shiver down her spine with each breath of words.
"Ken isn't who he says. He's someone closer to you and he's known for a month now." She turned her face to him, only centimeters away from touching. She wanted to know desperately no matter what. He could tell as well.
"What is it?" He smiled and started walking away.
"Most likely you'll think it's a lie. You said so yourself." She quickly started buttoning her white shirt.
"It isn't harmful, is it?"
"Depends on what you call harmful Makoto." She pulled on her pants.
"Just tell me for heavens sakes and stop screwing around." He smiled while leaning back on his arms.
"I don't know if I should..." She walked over to him and straddled his lap. A smiled was on her face while her fingers played with the buttons on his trench coat.
"I bet you Crawford couldn't reward you like I would if you told me."
"I haven't been rewarded in a while. Give me a sample and I'll spill." She pulled him closer to her. Just when she was going to give him his "sample", the phone rang. She picked it up.
"Hello?"
"Makoto! I plainly told you not to leave! For all I know one of them couple be with you! I'm coming to get you so stay right where you are and lock everything!" She brought the phone back to her ear.
"Sorry Ken but I'm kinda busy right now. Could you come by later?"
"No. I'm coming now!" There was a click on the other end. She sighed and hung up the phone. She felt a hand move gently across her cheek. She turned to him with a confused look only to see the smile on his face.
"Why waste your time with them when you could be having fun us. You'll be free to do what ever you want Makoto." She sighed and stood up.
"Why are you asking me now? There's no point in doing that now. You already ruined anything that could have happened if you would have just asked me." She moved away and went toward her closet. She grabbed out some black shoes, grabbed some thin black socks, and sat on the end of the bed.
"Crawford wants you back. I think he's taken a liking to you." She let out a small laugh.
"Crawford? Do you think I would ever believe that? He hates everyone and I can understand why. Now please leave. You're worn out your welcome in my home." She took to her feet and stopped by the hand that grasped her wrist. She looked back at him. Those green eyes looking into hers, trying to look into her soul.
"Come with me now or you will forever be our enemy." She gave him a sincere smile when she pulled her hand away.
"Keep me as your enemy and the senshi will be your enemy as well."
An: Sorry it took so long. Please forgive me. I have a good reason, well, at least i think so but, it's in my bio. I really don't like repeating myself. Hope you liked it and I need to know. Was the new Star Wars movie any good? I heard the Yoda scene was kickass! Stay cool, remember to use sunscreen, and have a great summer!
