PRECIOUS METALS by Sailor Earth

Author's Notes - Well, this is a VERY short chapter, but to be honest, I didn't think it needed any more, so I've just left it as it is. Oh yeah, and you'll be glad to here that they *finally* get it together!

*Chapter Nine*

Finally, Minako was allowed to see where she was. Kunzite removed his hand, and Minako looked around. She was in her favourite part of the Palace's huge gardens. But tonight they looked even more amazing. Behind them was a waterfall, running into a warm, clear pool that was lit up with small lights laying far below in the bed of the pool. The pool was secluded from the rest of the garden by tall plants and sweet-smelling honeysuckle flowers.

"What are we doing here?" she asked Kunzite.

"I want a photo. That's all."

"Why didn't you take on earlier, when you were with Endymion?"

"No, what I meant was I want a photo - with you in it."

"Why me?!"

"Cos if you remember, this morning you did agree to be something for me."

"Oh yeah, your muse...I didn't forget." with a sudden self-consciousness, she asked Kunzite how he wanted her to be positioned for the photo.

"Umm, just stay here, and I'll go around to the other side of the pool. Just look natural, look into the pool or something - no wait! Forget that! I've got it - sit down with your feet in the water, that will look great!"

With some reluctance, Minako removed her shoes and did as she was told. Kunzite pulled a small camera from his jacket pocket and took the photo.

"What are you going to do with it?" asked Minako.

"Stick it above my desk so you can inspire me." Kunzite replied. He bent down so that he was stooped next to Minako. "Thankyou, Mina-chan." he whispered. Still with her feet in the water, she turned her head to look straight at him.

"Anytime. And thankyou for everything you've done for me. Not many men are as kind and understanding as you are." She looked at Kunzite for a few seconds, before leaning forwards and kissing his soft lips. He paused for a few seconds before pulling her closer, into his arms, and kissing her passionately.

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AN - Well, what did you think? That's not the end, though, so keep reviewing and I'll finish it.