ALWAYS AND FOREVER
Chapter 6
Disclaimer: Idon'townSailorMoonoranythingelseIthrowinhere!
Author's Notes: I apologize here and now if you couldn't read or understand the previous chapters. I've been trying to figure out how to get the chapter to look the way I want it to. I'm SSSSSSSSOOOOOOOOORRRRRRRRRRRRYYYYYYYYYY! R&R still. No amount of reviews for the next one. I'll try to get a new chapter up every week. It'll depend on my schedule and if finals and all that junk go well. Anywho, here ya go!
"_" Indicates speaking to oneself or others
( ) Indicates author's notes throughout the story (Hehehehe)
Two Weeks Later...
Like what we planned, we acted almost the way we did when we first met. Around people, we don't give each other second glances. That anyone saw. But, when in private, we were staring each other in the eyes. Who needed a second glance when you are standing face-to-face with the one you hold closer to your heart than anyone else in the universe? (Face-on-face is more like it. LOL)
We have never gone any farther than kissing. Both of us keep our feelings and impulses in check when together. But, as far as we were concerned, no one was even hinting at the possibility of us being together. Around the blind people we happen to be friends with, (a.k.a. scouts & generals) we were distant, argumentative, and completely impossible. To each other, we were close, argumentative, and had a very pleasant relationship. It was a complete secret.
"Rei, I've missed you. We haven't been together in a few days." He said, wrapping his arms around my waist and rested his chin atop my head.
"We both haven't had much spare time, have we? What with all the plans for Ren's wedding. Though, I have to say I am very pleased with the pair. Very pleased. They suit each other. Aren't you going to say anything? You're being awfully quiet. What's wrong?"
"Nothing's wrong. Right now," he said, squeezing me tighter, "everything's perfect. You're perfect."
"No one's perfect, Jed. And don't even try flattery. No one else has succeeded with it."
"Has anyone tried?"
"Yes, but like I say, NO ONE has gone farther than a simple compliment. You have nothing to worry about! Leave it be." I murmured against his chest. I openly welcomed the silence to get any of the left over conversation off of me.
Soon, though, the quiet became unbearable. I was about to bring up a new subject when he hooked a finger under my chin, and tilted my head back so I could look him in the eye. "Don't you ever doubt what I see you as. You have to learn to believe me. It's the truth. Pure and simple."
"I have no idea what you see me as. You just told me that I was 'perfect'. But, I am curious. What do you see when you look at me? A rhinosaurus? A hippopotamus? What?"
"If you're going for animals, then I'd have to say... a duck." He said, letting that ever-annoying smirk rise on his face.
"A DUCK?! What on Earth possessed you to come up with that?" I asked, stepping back so I could look at him at an easier angle.
"Because, above the water, the surface is calm. But, under the water, those little feet are churning a mile a minute. Therefore, you're a duck. A perfect duck."
I opened my mouth to protest, but before I could, he dipped his head in and kissed me. It was a long and passionate kiss, and oh, so heavenly! He was right. It was perfect.
One Month Later...
Jadeite and I still carried on this secret relationship with great success. It had been two months since we met, but even at day two, we knew we were meant for each other. It all started with that one simple kiss in the parlor when both of us couldn't sleep and happened to be awake at the same time. It was nothing but a kiss, but it started a chain reaction soon after.
It was still believed that Jed and I were still mortal enemies. And I think that when they thought about us, the only thought that came to mind was a war that would 'make good Pay Per View'. (DON"T OWN IT!) It was quite amusing though. Minako, the goddess of love, soon gave up at trying to hook us up.
They did see us together frequently. But it was only at our dance rehearsals. Jadeite did improve fairly rapidly; almost daily. And in two days was everyone's show. We were going to dance in front of the queen and an audience of 10,000 people!
"Ten thousand people! Can you imagine? In two days, all those people will be looking at us and trying to find something that we do wrong, and only to have something to criticize us about behind our backs. I am very nervous about the whole ordeal." Minako sang, nervously twisting and untwisting her well-pressed skirt.
"It is not as bad as you say it is, Minako. They can hardly tell when you do something wrong unless you stop or show it on your face. Trust me, I have made many mistakes in front of people, and no one seemed to have noticed. They are completely ignorant of the moves and style of this kind of dancing. That is, unless they are dance experts." I thought, disintegrating any source of comfort that I had just offered.
"That last comment didn't help any of us, Rei. Us least of all. You, you're used to this sort of thing. We've never done anything this-oh, what's the word?"
"Bold?" I offered.
"Yes. We've never done anything this bold before. Especially in front of the queen. She may not even like it and end the program before we even get to the two of you. We will all be humiliated!" cried Makoto. This whole outburst from everyone didn't even help me.
"Oh, well. At least Rei has nothing to worry about. She's very used to this. Aren't you, Rei?" Ami asked, bluntly assuming me as a professional.
"Not at all. I haven't done anything like this since I was a child. But I guess it's like riding a bike. It comes back to you like that, I suppose."
"Well, I think that's the most comforting word's we're going to hear from this little girl here. Shall we go?" Jadeite asked, doing his argumentative side uncommonly well.
"LITTLE GIRL?! And just what did you mean by that, Boy? You may be taller, but at least I ACT older than you ever will!" I screeched back at him.
"Ooh. Boy, Jadeite, you just got totally dissed." Makoto added from her SAFE corner.
"Then you'd better run, Little Girl. Because I'm
going to hunt you down." Jadeite retorted.
"Guys! Stop fighting! Geez, you two are worse than Rei and Ren. At least their argument at some point turns silent as they stick their tongues out at each other." Endymion countered, silencing both accusers. Until:
"HEY!" came from both accused girls.
"You'd better watch it, Endy. Ren will stay away
from you for at least an hour because of that statement." Ami giggled as Serenity's face turned as red as a cherry tomato.
"No I won't. Who could stay far away from that cute face? Well, not me, that's for sure." Serenity stated matter-of-factly, crossing her arms over her chest.
Everyone seemed to giggle at Serenity's abrupt change in attitude. I caught Jadeite's eye and gave him a dazzling smile. Still, none seemed to notice. Even the goddess of love didn't sense the soft vibe between the two of us. Or, at least that's what we thought.
The room was now empty. Everyone left in a nervous patter and still didn't find any comfort in anything anyone would say. A soft knock interrupted my thoughts.
"Come in."
"Rei, I need to talk to you. I've been feeling something passing between you and Jadeite. What is it?" Minako asked, getting right to the point.
"Hate? Despise?" I asked, feigning the panic I felt inside.
"Love." It wasn't even a question. "I feel love between you two. It's so strange, though. I mean, you two always argue. The only time I think that you guys actually carried out a normal civilized conversation was that one time about a month ago at the dinner table. But even that one didn't last long. But, yes I feel love."
"Indeed you are mistaken. I don't know if I could ever love a man and have him love me back."
"I thought I was mistaken as well. But I'm not. We've all fallen in love. I don't know if you guys have told each other or not but-" and that's when Jadeite walked in. Could this day get any worse?
"Oh my gosh. I've got to tell Ren. Everyone has to know sooner or later. Why didn't you tell me? This is sooo great! You guys finally hit it off!"
"Minako, wait." I said, grabbing the girl's arm as she spun to walk out the door. " Look, don't tell anyone. You are the only one who's figured it out and were not going to let you make a spectacle of us. No one is to find out, Minako!"
"Well, why not? This is great. The girls will be thrilled to hear the news. Why so much secrecy? What's the deal?"
"We both haven't had very much luck in past relationships. Well, I haven't had luck. Rei's never had a relationship with a guy before, so it's a little uncomfortable right now. We're both not ready for this to go public, that's why." Jadeite spoke up.
"Minako, promise me that you won't tell anyone. Promise me!" I cried desperately.
"Fine. But mark my words, they will find out. And I won't be the one who tells them." She said crossing the room to get to the door.
I didn't know what to say. Deep in the back of my mind, I wanted so much to tell everyone. But what she said did make sense. They'd find out eventually if our relationship ever went any farther. And soon silence crept back into the room. At any moment, I expected a whole bunch of squeals from the ones down the hall, and then the room would be full once again. But that never came.
"Did you tell her or did she find out?" he asked, FINALLY breaking the silence.
"She found out. I didn't even act like I knew what she was talking about when she brought it up. I denied it!" I don't know if that was because I was ashamed or scared.
He sighed. "How long do you think she would be able to keep it a secret? She's the type who blurts out everything. Even when it's private and of no one else's concern."
I crossed over to him and was welcomed in his arms. "She may not keep it very long. Or she might end up forcing us to tell them, or something."
"I don't know anymore. She's the very confusing type. She's vague and uses riddles a lot. I give up." He said, laying his face on the top of my head.
"I don't know what to do anymore. I mean, I want to tell them, and yet I'm scared to."
"I know what you mean. I didn't know how to describe it, but you managed to do it perfectly. That's one of the reasons why I love you."
"How many reasons do you have?"
"I don't know. You do something-new everyday that amazes me. So, I have countless reasons."
Two Days Later-The Day Of The Dance Thingie
"Okie dokie. We have everything in order, right? The order, costumes, and the music? Everything?" Minako asked, obviously being very nervous.
"Yes, we're ready to go." I said for the millionth time.
"Let's do it!" Jadeite added in.
"Yeehaw!" Nephrite joined in.
"I don't know how y'all can be so calm about this. I'm freaking out as it is. I can't deal with all this pressure!" Makoto screeched. I could have pictured her pulling her hair out. She looked like she was seething!
"Calm down, Makoto. Minako, please try to relax a little! You all have nothing to worry about. We can do this." Ami commented from Zoicite's side.
"I don't know how you're so confident all the time, Ames." Minako muttered.
"I guess it's easy to be confident when you're a genius." Makoto added in for Minako. Ami could only seem to blush, but it helped ease the tension that had slowly seemed to invade the room.
"Okay, are you all ready?" Queen Seline asked as she entered the room.
"NOOO!" Minako and Makoto cried in unison.
"Well, I really don't think you all have a choice anymore. The program's about to start. So get out there." The queen urged.
The dread eased a bit for everyone as the program continued. One by one, we went out there, and sure enough, it went perfectly. By the time Jadeite and I made it out, the audience was expecting the same type of moves. We showed them otherwise. Ours was much more complicated and backbreaking, but I guess they enjoyed it.
The day passed rather quickly, to everyone's surprise. And soon enough, we were back to our normal boring lives and schedule. Minako did prove both Jadeite and me wrong. She kept our secret for a little bit longer, but I think that our friends were slowly figuring it out on their own. Day by day, month by month.
END OF CHAPTER 6
Chapter 6
Disclaimer: Idon'townSailorMoonoranythingelseIthrowinhere!
Author's Notes: I apologize here and now if you couldn't read or understand the previous chapters. I've been trying to figure out how to get the chapter to look the way I want it to. I'm SSSSSSSSOOOOOOOOORRRRRRRRRRRRYYYYYYYYYY! R&R still. No amount of reviews for the next one. I'll try to get a new chapter up every week. It'll depend on my schedule and if finals and all that junk go well. Anywho, here ya go!
"_" Indicates speaking to oneself or others
( ) Indicates author's notes throughout the story (Hehehehe)
Two Weeks Later...
Like what we planned, we acted almost the way we did when we first met. Around people, we don't give each other second glances. That anyone saw. But, when in private, we were staring each other in the eyes. Who needed a second glance when you are standing face-to-face with the one you hold closer to your heart than anyone else in the universe? (Face-on-face is more like it. LOL)
We have never gone any farther than kissing. Both of us keep our feelings and impulses in check when together. But, as far as we were concerned, no one was even hinting at the possibility of us being together. Around the blind people we happen to be friends with, (a.k.a. scouts & generals) we were distant, argumentative, and completely impossible. To each other, we were close, argumentative, and had a very pleasant relationship. It was a complete secret.
"Rei, I've missed you. We haven't been together in a few days." He said, wrapping his arms around my waist and rested his chin atop my head.
"We both haven't had much spare time, have we? What with all the plans for Ren's wedding. Though, I have to say I am very pleased with the pair. Very pleased. They suit each other. Aren't you going to say anything? You're being awfully quiet. What's wrong?"
"Nothing's wrong. Right now," he said, squeezing me tighter, "everything's perfect. You're perfect."
"No one's perfect, Jed. And don't even try flattery. No one else has succeeded with it."
"Has anyone tried?"
"Yes, but like I say, NO ONE has gone farther than a simple compliment. You have nothing to worry about! Leave it be." I murmured against his chest. I openly welcomed the silence to get any of the left over conversation off of me.
Soon, though, the quiet became unbearable. I was about to bring up a new subject when he hooked a finger under my chin, and tilted my head back so I could look him in the eye. "Don't you ever doubt what I see you as. You have to learn to believe me. It's the truth. Pure and simple."
"I have no idea what you see me as. You just told me that I was 'perfect'. But, I am curious. What do you see when you look at me? A rhinosaurus? A hippopotamus? What?"
"If you're going for animals, then I'd have to say... a duck." He said, letting that ever-annoying smirk rise on his face.
"A DUCK?! What on Earth possessed you to come up with that?" I asked, stepping back so I could look at him at an easier angle.
"Because, above the water, the surface is calm. But, under the water, those little feet are churning a mile a minute. Therefore, you're a duck. A perfect duck."
I opened my mouth to protest, but before I could, he dipped his head in and kissed me. It was a long and passionate kiss, and oh, so heavenly! He was right. It was perfect.
One Month Later...
Jadeite and I still carried on this secret relationship with great success. It had been two months since we met, but even at day two, we knew we were meant for each other. It all started with that one simple kiss in the parlor when both of us couldn't sleep and happened to be awake at the same time. It was nothing but a kiss, but it started a chain reaction soon after.
It was still believed that Jed and I were still mortal enemies. And I think that when they thought about us, the only thought that came to mind was a war that would 'make good Pay Per View'. (DON"T OWN IT!) It was quite amusing though. Minako, the goddess of love, soon gave up at trying to hook us up.
They did see us together frequently. But it was only at our dance rehearsals. Jadeite did improve fairly rapidly; almost daily. And in two days was everyone's show. We were going to dance in front of the queen and an audience of 10,000 people!
"Ten thousand people! Can you imagine? In two days, all those people will be looking at us and trying to find something that we do wrong, and only to have something to criticize us about behind our backs. I am very nervous about the whole ordeal." Minako sang, nervously twisting and untwisting her well-pressed skirt.
"It is not as bad as you say it is, Minako. They can hardly tell when you do something wrong unless you stop or show it on your face. Trust me, I have made many mistakes in front of people, and no one seemed to have noticed. They are completely ignorant of the moves and style of this kind of dancing. That is, unless they are dance experts." I thought, disintegrating any source of comfort that I had just offered.
"That last comment didn't help any of us, Rei. Us least of all. You, you're used to this sort of thing. We've never done anything this-oh, what's the word?"
"Bold?" I offered.
"Yes. We've never done anything this bold before. Especially in front of the queen. She may not even like it and end the program before we even get to the two of you. We will all be humiliated!" cried Makoto. This whole outburst from everyone didn't even help me.
"Oh, well. At least Rei has nothing to worry about. She's very used to this. Aren't you, Rei?" Ami asked, bluntly assuming me as a professional.
"Not at all. I haven't done anything like this since I was a child. But I guess it's like riding a bike. It comes back to you like that, I suppose."
"Well, I think that's the most comforting word's we're going to hear from this little girl here. Shall we go?" Jadeite asked, doing his argumentative side uncommonly well.
"LITTLE GIRL?! And just what did you mean by that, Boy? You may be taller, but at least I ACT older than you ever will!" I screeched back at him.
"Ooh. Boy, Jadeite, you just got totally dissed." Makoto added from her SAFE corner.
"Then you'd better run, Little Girl. Because I'm
going to hunt you down." Jadeite retorted.
"Guys! Stop fighting! Geez, you two are worse than Rei and Ren. At least their argument at some point turns silent as they stick their tongues out at each other." Endymion countered, silencing both accusers. Until:
"HEY!" came from both accused girls.
"You'd better watch it, Endy. Ren will stay away
from you for at least an hour because of that statement." Ami giggled as Serenity's face turned as red as a cherry tomato.
"No I won't. Who could stay far away from that cute face? Well, not me, that's for sure." Serenity stated matter-of-factly, crossing her arms over her chest.
Everyone seemed to giggle at Serenity's abrupt change in attitude. I caught Jadeite's eye and gave him a dazzling smile. Still, none seemed to notice. Even the goddess of love didn't sense the soft vibe between the two of us. Or, at least that's what we thought.
The room was now empty. Everyone left in a nervous patter and still didn't find any comfort in anything anyone would say. A soft knock interrupted my thoughts.
"Come in."
"Rei, I need to talk to you. I've been feeling something passing between you and Jadeite. What is it?" Minako asked, getting right to the point.
"Hate? Despise?" I asked, feigning the panic I felt inside.
"Love." It wasn't even a question. "I feel love between you two. It's so strange, though. I mean, you two always argue. The only time I think that you guys actually carried out a normal civilized conversation was that one time about a month ago at the dinner table. But even that one didn't last long. But, yes I feel love."
"Indeed you are mistaken. I don't know if I could ever love a man and have him love me back."
"I thought I was mistaken as well. But I'm not. We've all fallen in love. I don't know if you guys have told each other or not but-" and that's when Jadeite walked in. Could this day get any worse?
"Oh my gosh. I've got to tell Ren. Everyone has to know sooner or later. Why didn't you tell me? This is sooo great! You guys finally hit it off!"
"Minako, wait." I said, grabbing the girl's arm as she spun to walk out the door. " Look, don't tell anyone. You are the only one who's figured it out and were not going to let you make a spectacle of us. No one is to find out, Minako!"
"Well, why not? This is great. The girls will be thrilled to hear the news. Why so much secrecy? What's the deal?"
"We both haven't had very much luck in past relationships. Well, I haven't had luck. Rei's never had a relationship with a guy before, so it's a little uncomfortable right now. We're both not ready for this to go public, that's why." Jadeite spoke up.
"Minako, promise me that you won't tell anyone. Promise me!" I cried desperately.
"Fine. But mark my words, they will find out. And I won't be the one who tells them." She said crossing the room to get to the door.
I didn't know what to say. Deep in the back of my mind, I wanted so much to tell everyone. But what she said did make sense. They'd find out eventually if our relationship ever went any farther. And soon silence crept back into the room. At any moment, I expected a whole bunch of squeals from the ones down the hall, and then the room would be full once again. But that never came.
"Did you tell her or did she find out?" he asked, FINALLY breaking the silence.
"She found out. I didn't even act like I knew what she was talking about when she brought it up. I denied it!" I don't know if that was because I was ashamed or scared.
He sighed. "How long do you think she would be able to keep it a secret? She's the type who blurts out everything. Even when it's private and of no one else's concern."
I crossed over to him and was welcomed in his arms. "She may not keep it very long. Or she might end up forcing us to tell them, or something."
"I don't know anymore. She's the very confusing type. She's vague and uses riddles a lot. I give up." He said, laying his face on the top of my head.
"I don't know what to do anymore. I mean, I want to tell them, and yet I'm scared to."
"I know what you mean. I didn't know how to describe it, but you managed to do it perfectly. That's one of the reasons why I love you."
"How many reasons do you have?"
"I don't know. You do something-new everyday that amazes me. So, I have countless reasons."
Two Days Later-The Day Of The Dance Thingie
"Okie dokie. We have everything in order, right? The order, costumes, and the music? Everything?" Minako asked, obviously being very nervous.
"Yes, we're ready to go." I said for the millionth time.
"Let's do it!" Jadeite added in.
"Yeehaw!" Nephrite joined in.
"I don't know how y'all can be so calm about this. I'm freaking out as it is. I can't deal with all this pressure!" Makoto screeched. I could have pictured her pulling her hair out. She looked like she was seething!
"Calm down, Makoto. Minako, please try to relax a little! You all have nothing to worry about. We can do this." Ami commented from Zoicite's side.
"I don't know how you're so confident all the time, Ames." Minako muttered.
"I guess it's easy to be confident when you're a genius." Makoto added in for Minako. Ami could only seem to blush, but it helped ease the tension that had slowly seemed to invade the room.
"Okay, are you all ready?" Queen Seline asked as she entered the room.
"NOOO!" Minako and Makoto cried in unison.
"Well, I really don't think you all have a choice anymore. The program's about to start. So get out there." The queen urged.
The dread eased a bit for everyone as the program continued. One by one, we went out there, and sure enough, it went perfectly. By the time Jadeite and I made it out, the audience was expecting the same type of moves. We showed them otherwise. Ours was much more complicated and backbreaking, but I guess they enjoyed it.
The day passed rather quickly, to everyone's surprise. And soon enough, we were back to our normal boring lives and schedule. Minako did prove both Jadeite and me wrong. She kept our secret for a little bit longer, but I think that our friends were slowly figuring it out on their own. Day by day, month by month.
END OF CHAPTER 6