On the track and off - Chapter 7
Written by: Neo Queen Serenity Chiba
Rating: PG - rating may go up.
Genre: Romance/Drama
Editors: Only me.
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Hey guys. I'm back with another chapter. I hope you will like this one. Anyway please keep in mind that I don't own sailormoon or this hit drama and also remember these characters weigh less and are shorter too. Anyway lets get the show on the road. PLEASE R+R
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Previously in 'On the track and off'
"Having a great time?" shouted Darien
"Yeah" said Serena and giggle. "How about you? Having a great time so far?" she continues. Darien grinned using one of his famous grins. "Yeah, I'm having a great time. Would you excuse me, I'm just going to the bathroom," he said. Serena nodded. As Darien left, Seiya just entered the club and started looking for Serena. Then he found her. He saw her sitting alone in the corner watching her friends dance. "Typical, where's that boy?' thought Seiya. While walking over there, he dodged a lot of dancers until he finally made it.
"Hello Serena" said Seiya and smiled wickedly.
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For Serena, she froze and turned her head to find Seiya standing beside her. Serena didn't smile only gave him a false smile. "Hello" she said coldly, having Seiya wince a bit. "So how have you been Serena?" said Seiya and sat beside Serena.
"I'm alright thank you" she replied.
"So..... what have you been doing lately" he said.
"Seiya. I'm not in the mood, Just stick to the point," she said almost ruining her time of fun. "Ok, ok, ok, Serena, I want you back in my life. Me and Connie broke up," Seiya said sympathetically.
"Is that so. Well I don't know if I want you yet, you see my heart is still broken from what you done before Seiya," she said looking away. "I know Serena" Seiya and grab her hands. "Please Serena, please forgive me and let me be with you please" he continued. Serena sighed. "Alright then I forgive you, but I do not want you t take things fast, instead I want to go where we left at" Serena said and smiled. Seiya smiled and kissed her on the cheek. (AN: not on the lips guys, she said to take things slow and easy) "Well Sere, I'm going to go home now ok, so have fun in here ok" Seiya said and left. Serena was now happy but had a sinking feeling something was wrong that would interfere with the relationship. Then she saw Darien coming over from the dance floor. To Darien, he saw Seiya going over to Serena and saw them 2 kissed, now he was jealous and decided to stay out of their talk until they finished. As he saw Seiya leave he walked over to Serena and sat beside her. "Hey Serena, who was that, that was chatting you up?" Darien said. "Oh, it was Seiya before, he ask me to be in his life again. He told me that he broke up with Connie," she said. Darien was shocked. "I told him that if he wanted me, he had to take things slow and easy and I wanted to pick up where we left too. But then, I also have an uneasy feeling that something is going to interfere our relationship too. Do you know what will it be Dare?" she asked in a concerned way. Darien smiled and covered her hands over his. "Don't worry Sere, I'm sure nothing will happen," he said. 'I wish there was nothing going to happen and just go out with me instead. That Bastard!' Darien thought.
"Hey you know what Dare. Come out and dance with me" Serena said as slow song came on 'Make a wish' Darien smiled. "Alright, come on" both of them got up and went to the dance floor while some of their friends sat back down. The group saw Serena and Darien dancing and thought it was so cute but also remembered that this song was their first dance as well, but then they remember what was happening when they saw Seiya kiss Serena on the cheek. So they had to ask Darien about that too. As the song finished Serena and Darien went back where the rest of the group was and sat back down. "Hey Serena, what time is it?" Mina said. Serena look at her watch and was a bit surprised. "Uh...... about 10.00" and shrugged her shoulders. "Oh my god. Well I think it is time we should go back to campus and then lights out. How's that?" Luna said. Everyone nodded. They all got up and headed to the exit. They all walked back to campus and signed back in from the administration office and then went back to the buildings where their rooms were and back to their rooms. Then lights out.
The next day, everyone got up and did their normal routines and continued their training, except Darien, Mina and Andrew. They were getting dressed for their race. Darien was in the same uniform when he first wore to his race, Mina was in a navy blue and baby blue checked shirt and white pants and Andrew was a purple shirt with 2 stripe of green that started from the shoulders to the back with white pants. They all got their number sheet and got themselves weigh. Then it was time to go get their horses. Darien had Media Puzzle, Mina had 'Goddess of Love' and Andrew had 'Destiny can be sweet' (AN: I made that up but I don't own Media Puzzle only the other two) They all placed their number sheets, saddles and all that has with their goggles and took their horses out to the gathering ring. Yuen came and took Darien's horse, Candy took Mina's horse and Michael - Yuen's boss, took Andrew's horse. The 3 mounted on their horse and the 3 grooms lead them to the gathering ring. Darien saw Seiya just entered the gathering ring and thought this was going to be a hard race. As Yuen, Candy and Michael lead Darien, Mina and Andrew's horse to the gates, they both wished everyone good luck and got into the gates. Serena and their friends went to the grandstands and sat down. Darien was in barrier 12 and his number was 8, Andrew was in barrier 2; his number was 10, Mina was in barrier 1 her number was 3. All 3 of them are next to each other and were ready. Once all the horses were lined up in the gates, all you could hear was the crowd cheering. The 3 gripped their rein tight and placed their goggles over their eye. Everyone was ready and then the gates open. All 15 horses took off and the race was starting. Darien was in the middle around the outside between Goddess of Love and Destiny can be sweet. 100m mark went pass and now it was between Seiya, Andrew, Mina and Darien. The quad used their whips and increased their speed a little bit then they all hit the 50m mark. They all increased their speed at once and Seiya and Darien were ahead of everyone in a vice versa. The finish line was nearly there and a rally was going on between Seiya and Darien. Both of them increased more speed on their horses and Seiya came 1st, then Darien, Andrew and Mina. All you could hear in the crowd was laughter and cheering. Serena was proud of Seiya and remembered she had lunch with him in the next 2 hours. Her friends were proud of what Darien, Mina and Andrew did and weren't pleased that Seiya came first. "Well there goes another race, now would you excuse me I have a date with someone" Serena said and got up, then left. Everyone thought who it was then remembered what happened last night. 'Seiya' they all thought.
Over at the changing rooms, Darien just got out of his jockey suit and went for a shower to refresh himself. Darien came out with a towel around his waist and went through his locker to get his campus uniform on. Then he went to search for Josh and Scott. Josh and Scott were over near the gathering ring both speaking to each other. They both wore a business suit, looking great too. "Hey Josh! Hey Scott! How are you guys today?" said Darien.
"Darien! How nice to see you. We saw you at the race you did a great job and work hard as well, especially when Seiya was in the race" said Scott.
"I know, even though coming second isn't that bad, but still, I'm proud of it" Darien said.
"That's good Dare. Why don't you go and see your friends now. I'm sure they are dying to celebrate for ya!" Josh said. Darien smiled and headed off. Darien found his friends all right but couldn't see where was Serena. 'I wonder where she went?' thought Darien. "Hey Darien. You did pretty well out there and you try very hard to take over Seiya too. We're proud of you," said Luna
"Thanks Luna" smiled Darien.
"Hey guys" shouted Andrew and Mina. Everyone saw who it was and smiled. "Hey guys! Not bad for a first race eh?" said Darien.
"Well, I did feel a bit nervous up there, you know, with all the people here" said Mina. Darien grinned. "Don't worry, you'll get use to it anyway, by the way where's Serena?" Darien said.
"I think she's going with Seiya to have lunch" said Chad. Then Raye elbowed him. "Ow!" he said. "That's alright, well how about we got to the club and celebrate eh?" said Darien. Everyone nodded and all left with Darien.
Meanwhile over at the Aurora with Seiya and Serena. They were having lunch and Seiya was explaining some strategies to help her. Understanding what he was sating. Serena was happy that she was with him again. "So you understand the strategies? Its pretty simple anyway, so there will be no disqualification or anything really" said Seiya.
"Yeah I understand" said Serena, continuing eating her salad. "So what do you wanna do in our next date?" Serena said.
"How about next week, over at my house" said Seiya.
"Sure" Serena beamed up proudly and continued eating. As for her friends, they all celebrated for Darien, Andrew and Mina in their racing success and were all-proud of each other.
That night, Seiya was at the club with his friends all drinking in a private room. He took out his gym bag and opened it to find 8 big yellow envelopes filled with money. He handed each of his friends a yellow envelope and spoke. "Here is what you guys want. Just remember to be aware of anyone been suspicious such as the ICAC and also keep a low profile of yourself too" said Seiya. Then all his friends handed him about $3000 and Seiya placed them in his gym bag. "Well, that's all I have to say. Look at the time, I have an early start tomorrow, I better go now. See you later then," said Seiya.
"Ok, See ya Seiya!" they all shouted.
The next day, Serena got up to see Scott due to her race that was on today. Serena quickly got dress and went for a long quiet jog and went to Scott's office. She knocked on the door. "Come in" said Scott. Serena open the door she does what she usually do, stick her head in then invited herself in. "Hey Scott, you wanted to see me?" Serena said
"Oh yes, uh just to let you know, Amy and Greg are racing with you today." He said.
"Really, this is going to be interesting"
"Well, it is going to be exciting anyway" Serena laughed.
"Oh well, I might as well continue training. Do you want me to let them know or you want to tell them?"
"I'll tell then, ain't like what happen before" Serena went red. "Oh well, I'll see you later at the race Scott" and left. Serena continued her jog and went to the stables to clean Serenity. She washed Serenity, cleaned her area and took her for a walk. "Well Serenity are you ready to race with 'Water Princess' and 'Grand Knight'?" Serena said and found her horse rubbing her head on Serena's stomach. "No I'm not pregnant silly but it sounds like you're ready eh?" Her horse made a sound and wiggled her ears and Serena laughed. "I'll see you later Serenity" and left to get herself washed and have breakfast.
After getting herself showered and dressed. Serena went to the cafeteria and grabbed something for breakfast. Then she went to see Darien if he was awake. Since she found his door open wide she found Andrew still asleep and found Darien reading with no shirt on. "Morning Dare" Serena said, looking at his fine chest. "Huh, oh hey Serena and morning to you too"
"Ain't you suppose to be out of bed now because everyone is, except you 2"
"Are they, well you can wake Andrew up then while I'm going for a shower"
"Ok, hey Andrew, wake up" she nudged Andrew until he almost hit her. "Geesh, he is almost bad as me when I'm at home. What has he been doing last night?" Darien laughed. "Watching too much TV last night"
"Ok then"
"Come on Andrew wake up"
"Ok, ok, ok, I'm up, geesh just 5 minutes isn't going to hurt right?"
"Ha, ha. Come on, get dress and you mister you said you're going for a shower, well off you go"
"Yes madam" and everyone laughed. "Well I better go and get ready, my race started in about 2 hours."
"Ok, see ya Serena" they both said. Serena went back to her room, to get a towel and all her needs after the race. She went to her locker and took out her suit for the race, her saddle, whip, gloves, goggles and cap. She went and changed into her suit that was new which her sister Elane brought. It was a purple top with a yellow stripe on each side near her arms and another stripe of yellow on the centre. Her sister also brought a new white short sleeve shirt with a high collar and a picture of a horse in the middle of the collar on front. She wore her usual white pants and boots and placed her saddle where everyone's saddles were. She went to the female conference room and sat down with her whip, cap, gloves and goggles. After 10 minutes of relaxing by herself someone came in and sat in front of her. Serena looked up, finding Ami getting nervous. "Hey Ami!" said Serena. Ami jumped by the sound of Serena's voice and look up to see her sitting in front of Serena. "Serena you startled me, how come you didn't tell me that I was racing. With you too!" Ami said. Serena smiled. "That's alright. Anyway, you feeling nervous now are you?" Ami nodded.
"Well that was how I was feeling on my first race too. Don't worry, as soon as you hope on your horse, a feeling of excitement will rush into you"
"Thanks Serena"
"You're welcome"
"Race number 6 for the 1200m at 10.30 is now placing in please get ready" the lady is in the speakers.
"Well its time. Is Greg here"
"Yeah, let's go" They both walked out of the room and went to pick up their saddles and met Greg too. All 3 of them got weight adding more weight too. Then they when to get their horses. On their way, they got their number sheet from their locker and went to the stables. Serena went into Serenity's stable placed her number sheet, which was 10 and placed it over her back, then her saddle, bridle and rein. She untied the lead in one of the bar and slid the door open. Ami and Greg got out of their stable and went outside with Serena and handed their horses to Yuen, Candy and Michael to the gathering ring while Serena, Ami and Greg hop on their horses. "You ready Serena" Yuen said
"Yeah, you know that I'm always ready" she said
"Well I hope you will too, I also placed a bet on Ami and Greg too" said Yuen.
"Why thanks Yuen" said Ami and Greg.
"You're welcome. Well here we go" and lead them to the tack where the gates were. Serena was placed in the middle barrier next to Ami and Greg. "Hey Serena" Ami said.
"Yeah Ames" she said
"You're right about the excitement"
"I told ya"
"Did I miss something girls?" (Greg)
"Oh nothing, you know. Nervous reaction" (Serena)
"Ok" (Greg) Serena got her goggles over her eyes and gripped her whip and rein tight. Then the gates open and they're off. Everyone was racing in one side of the racetrack. As the commentators all talking in a rush all this big commotion was going loud for the 1200m race. 100m mark went by and some horses over took a few horses while Serena, Ami and Greg were on the outside almost near the front. 50m mark went and all horses increased speed including Serena, Ami and Greg. Serena overtook all the horses and was in front following by Ami and Greg. As the commentators kept talking at a fast speed, the crowd was shouting telling their horses that they bet faster and faster. Serena was nearly there then she reached her goal. Followed by Ami in second and then Greg coming third. Everyone cheered and Serena was slowing her horse down, she stood up almost and raised her hand that was holding the whip and blew a kiss to the crowd. Serena, Ami and Greg got off their horses and handed their horses to Yuen, Candy and Michael. You did great out there Sere," said Yuen.
"Thanks, so did Ami and Greg. They sure did pretty well," said Serena.
"Serena!" said Darien, then followed by their friends. "Hey guys what are you guys doing?" said Ami.
"You guys did well out there," said Lita.
"Thanks" said Ami
"Well I'm going to get changed, excuse me" said Serena and left. "Well, I might leave with Serena too. Did you see how she reacted on the track?" said Ami.
"Yeah, I did and I found it funny" said Darien and blushed. Everyone laughed. "We'll see you at the cafeteria because we have to plan the surprise party for Josh" said Ami. "Alright then see ya" then left to the cafeteria.
Meanwhile Serena went to get weighed so they could check on their weight and then she went to take photos with Scott, Yuen, Michael and also Serenity. Serena hopped back on her horse and all the people that betted on Serenity was on her right hand side holding one of the leads and Scott, Yuen, Michael and also the CEO of the Hong Kong Jockey Club were there holding the other side of the lead on her left. The reporters told them they were taking photos and told them to smile. As everyone did smile. Serena thought she was getting blind for all of this flashing but laughed. After that Serena hopped off Serenity and patted her head and left to get changed. She changed into a grey t - shirt and white shorts that went mid thigh. After been refreshed she went to the female conference room for a sit. Then she bumped into Ami while walking there. "Hey Sere, we're going to the main cafeteria to plan Josh's surprise party so you might go and met all the others there too," Ami said.
"Alright then, I'll see you at the cafeteria Ames" and waved at Ami while walking to the conference room. After 5 minutes of herself and been relaxed she went to the cafeteria. She found all her friends and went to their table. "Hey, I'm back," said Serena.
"Sere" they said and Serena sat next to Darien. "So Sere, we all saw your reaction on the track with Serenity" said Darien. Serena blushed. "Well can't I do that, some how Serenity got me into the spirit of doing that" said Serena. Then Ami and Greg arrived. "So are we planning Josh's party or what?" said Serena.
"Yeah we sure are" said Mina. As the whole groups kept on doing their discussions for Josh's party till the evening around about 6pm, Serena remembered she had to see Seiya for a moment and left.
Meanwhile, Seiya was at home counting all the money he had in his gym bag, then the doorbell rang. He went to open it found out it was Serena. "Uh...... hey Serena"
"Seiya! Can I come in?"
"Uh...... sure" and open the door wider and Serena stood still and her eyes glued at the coffee table. Then Seiya saw what she was looking at and then quickly placed all his money in the bag. "Where did you find all that money Seiya?" she said.
"Uh. I found it" he lied
"No you didn't, tell me where did you get all that money from?"
"Please Sere honey; please don't tell anyone, it's only you and me that know. Please don't let the ICAC know please" holding her hands. Serena looked down and sighed. "Alright then" Seiya hugged her. "Thank you Sere" 'I knew something was going to interfere this relationship' thought Serena. "Anyway I have to go now, I'll see you later Seiya" said Serena and left. As she went to the elevator, she burst into tears. "Oh why did I take him back?" said Serena. She knew Darien had feelings for her but didn't want to take him in case Seiya wanted her back. 'Why didn't I take Darien instead. I'm such a fool' thought Serena. Then the elevator door open to the ground level, she went out of the building and went back to campus before the gates shut. Serena arrived at the campus and went to the building where she and her friends sleep. She changed into her PJs and then went to sleep.
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Well how do you think? Good so far? Ok please R+R ok g2g.
18th February 2003 (but revised on 03 May 2004)
Neo Queen Serenity Chiba
serenity4darien@hotmail.com
Written by: Neo Queen Serenity Chiba
Rating: PG - rating may go up.
Genre: Romance/Drama
Editors: Only me.
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Hey guys. I'm back with another chapter. I hope you will like this one. Anyway please keep in mind that I don't own sailormoon or this hit drama and also remember these characters weigh less and are shorter too. Anyway lets get the show on the road. PLEASE R+R
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Previously in 'On the track and off'
"Having a great time?" shouted Darien
"Yeah" said Serena and giggle. "How about you? Having a great time so far?" she continues. Darien grinned using one of his famous grins. "Yeah, I'm having a great time. Would you excuse me, I'm just going to the bathroom," he said. Serena nodded. As Darien left, Seiya just entered the club and started looking for Serena. Then he found her. He saw her sitting alone in the corner watching her friends dance. "Typical, where's that boy?' thought Seiya. While walking over there, he dodged a lot of dancers until he finally made it.
"Hello Serena" said Seiya and smiled wickedly.
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For Serena, she froze and turned her head to find Seiya standing beside her. Serena didn't smile only gave him a false smile. "Hello" she said coldly, having Seiya wince a bit. "So how have you been Serena?" said Seiya and sat beside Serena.
"I'm alright thank you" she replied.
"So..... what have you been doing lately" he said.
"Seiya. I'm not in the mood, Just stick to the point," she said almost ruining her time of fun. "Ok, ok, ok, Serena, I want you back in my life. Me and Connie broke up," Seiya said sympathetically.
"Is that so. Well I don't know if I want you yet, you see my heart is still broken from what you done before Seiya," she said looking away. "I know Serena" Seiya and grab her hands. "Please Serena, please forgive me and let me be with you please" he continued. Serena sighed. "Alright then I forgive you, but I do not want you t take things fast, instead I want to go where we left at" Serena said and smiled. Seiya smiled and kissed her on the cheek. (AN: not on the lips guys, she said to take things slow and easy) "Well Sere, I'm going to go home now ok, so have fun in here ok" Seiya said and left. Serena was now happy but had a sinking feeling something was wrong that would interfere with the relationship. Then she saw Darien coming over from the dance floor. To Darien, he saw Seiya going over to Serena and saw them 2 kissed, now he was jealous and decided to stay out of their talk until they finished. As he saw Seiya leave he walked over to Serena and sat beside her. "Hey Serena, who was that, that was chatting you up?" Darien said. "Oh, it was Seiya before, he ask me to be in his life again. He told me that he broke up with Connie," she said. Darien was shocked. "I told him that if he wanted me, he had to take things slow and easy and I wanted to pick up where we left too. But then, I also have an uneasy feeling that something is going to interfere our relationship too. Do you know what will it be Dare?" she asked in a concerned way. Darien smiled and covered her hands over his. "Don't worry Sere, I'm sure nothing will happen," he said. 'I wish there was nothing going to happen and just go out with me instead. That Bastard!' Darien thought.
"Hey you know what Dare. Come out and dance with me" Serena said as slow song came on 'Make a wish' Darien smiled. "Alright, come on" both of them got up and went to the dance floor while some of their friends sat back down. The group saw Serena and Darien dancing and thought it was so cute but also remembered that this song was their first dance as well, but then they remember what was happening when they saw Seiya kiss Serena on the cheek. So they had to ask Darien about that too. As the song finished Serena and Darien went back where the rest of the group was and sat back down. "Hey Serena, what time is it?" Mina said. Serena look at her watch and was a bit surprised. "Uh...... about 10.00" and shrugged her shoulders. "Oh my god. Well I think it is time we should go back to campus and then lights out. How's that?" Luna said. Everyone nodded. They all got up and headed to the exit. They all walked back to campus and signed back in from the administration office and then went back to the buildings where their rooms were and back to their rooms. Then lights out.
The next day, everyone got up and did their normal routines and continued their training, except Darien, Mina and Andrew. They were getting dressed for their race. Darien was in the same uniform when he first wore to his race, Mina was in a navy blue and baby blue checked shirt and white pants and Andrew was a purple shirt with 2 stripe of green that started from the shoulders to the back with white pants. They all got their number sheet and got themselves weigh. Then it was time to go get their horses. Darien had Media Puzzle, Mina had 'Goddess of Love' and Andrew had 'Destiny can be sweet' (AN: I made that up but I don't own Media Puzzle only the other two) They all placed their number sheets, saddles and all that has with their goggles and took their horses out to the gathering ring. Yuen came and took Darien's horse, Candy took Mina's horse and Michael - Yuen's boss, took Andrew's horse. The 3 mounted on their horse and the 3 grooms lead them to the gathering ring. Darien saw Seiya just entered the gathering ring and thought this was going to be a hard race. As Yuen, Candy and Michael lead Darien, Mina and Andrew's horse to the gates, they both wished everyone good luck and got into the gates. Serena and their friends went to the grandstands and sat down. Darien was in barrier 12 and his number was 8, Andrew was in barrier 2; his number was 10, Mina was in barrier 1 her number was 3. All 3 of them are next to each other and were ready. Once all the horses were lined up in the gates, all you could hear was the crowd cheering. The 3 gripped their rein tight and placed their goggles over their eye. Everyone was ready and then the gates open. All 15 horses took off and the race was starting. Darien was in the middle around the outside between Goddess of Love and Destiny can be sweet. 100m mark went pass and now it was between Seiya, Andrew, Mina and Darien. The quad used their whips and increased their speed a little bit then they all hit the 50m mark. They all increased their speed at once and Seiya and Darien were ahead of everyone in a vice versa. The finish line was nearly there and a rally was going on between Seiya and Darien. Both of them increased more speed on their horses and Seiya came 1st, then Darien, Andrew and Mina. All you could hear in the crowd was laughter and cheering. Serena was proud of Seiya and remembered she had lunch with him in the next 2 hours. Her friends were proud of what Darien, Mina and Andrew did and weren't pleased that Seiya came first. "Well there goes another race, now would you excuse me I have a date with someone" Serena said and got up, then left. Everyone thought who it was then remembered what happened last night. 'Seiya' they all thought.
Over at the changing rooms, Darien just got out of his jockey suit and went for a shower to refresh himself. Darien came out with a towel around his waist and went through his locker to get his campus uniform on. Then he went to search for Josh and Scott. Josh and Scott were over near the gathering ring both speaking to each other. They both wore a business suit, looking great too. "Hey Josh! Hey Scott! How are you guys today?" said Darien.
"Darien! How nice to see you. We saw you at the race you did a great job and work hard as well, especially when Seiya was in the race" said Scott.
"I know, even though coming second isn't that bad, but still, I'm proud of it" Darien said.
"That's good Dare. Why don't you go and see your friends now. I'm sure they are dying to celebrate for ya!" Josh said. Darien smiled and headed off. Darien found his friends all right but couldn't see where was Serena. 'I wonder where she went?' thought Darien. "Hey Darien. You did pretty well out there and you try very hard to take over Seiya too. We're proud of you," said Luna
"Thanks Luna" smiled Darien.
"Hey guys" shouted Andrew and Mina. Everyone saw who it was and smiled. "Hey guys! Not bad for a first race eh?" said Darien.
"Well, I did feel a bit nervous up there, you know, with all the people here" said Mina. Darien grinned. "Don't worry, you'll get use to it anyway, by the way where's Serena?" Darien said.
"I think she's going with Seiya to have lunch" said Chad. Then Raye elbowed him. "Ow!" he said. "That's alright, well how about we got to the club and celebrate eh?" said Darien. Everyone nodded and all left with Darien.
Meanwhile over at the Aurora with Seiya and Serena. They were having lunch and Seiya was explaining some strategies to help her. Understanding what he was sating. Serena was happy that she was with him again. "So you understand the strategies? Its pretty simple anyway, so there will be no disqualification or anything really" said Seiya.
"Yeah I understand" said Serena, continuing eating her salad. "So what do you wanna do in our next date?" Serena said.
"How about next week, over at my house" said Seiya.
"Sure" Serena beamed up proudly and continued eating. As for her friends, they all celebrated for Darien, Andrew and Mina in their racing success and were all-proud of each other.
That night, Seiya was at the club with his friends all drinking in a private room. He took out his gym bag and opened it to find 8 big yellow envelopes filled with money. He handed each of his friends a yellow envelope and spoke. "Here is what you guys want. Just remember to be aware of anyone been suspicious such as the ICAC and also keep a low profile of yourself too" said Seiya. Then all his friends handed him about $3000 and Seiya placed them in his gym bag. "Well, that's all I have to say. Look at the time, I have an early start tomorrow, I better go now. See you later then," said Seiya.
"Ok, See ya Seiya!" they all shouted.
The next day, Serena got up to see Scott due to her race that was on today. Serena quickly got dress and went for a long quiet jog and went to Scott's office. She knocked on the door. "Come in" said Scott. Serena open the door she does what she usually do, stick her head in then invited herself in. "Hey Scott, you wanted to see me?" Serena said
"Oh yes, uh just to let you know, Amy and Greg are racing with you today." He said.
"Really, this is going to be interesting"
"Well, it is going to be exciting anyway" Serena laughed.
"Oh well, I might as well continue training. Do you want me to let them know or you want to tell them?"
"I'll tell then, ain't like what happen before" Serena went red. "Oh well, I'll see you later at the race Scott" and left. Serena continued her jog and went to the stables to clean Serenity. She washed Serenity, cleaned her area and took her for a walk. "Well Serenity are you ready to race with 'Water Princess' and 'Grand Knight'?" Serena said and found her horse rubbing her head on Serena's stomach. "No I'm not pregnant silly but it sounds like you're ready eh?" Her horse made a sound and wiggled her ears and Serena laughed. "I'll see you later Serenity" and left to get herself washed and have breakfast.
After getting herself showered and dressed. Serena went to the cafeteria and grabbed something for breakfast. Then she went to see Darien if he was awake. Since she found his door open wide she found Andrew still asleep and found Darien reading with no shirt on. "Morning Dare" Serena said, looking at his fine chest. "Huh, oh hey Serena and morning to you too"
"Ain't you suppose to be out of bed now because everyone is, except you 2"
"Are they, well you can wake Andrew up then while I'm going for a shower"
"Ok, hey Andrew, wake up" she nudged Andrew until he almost hit her. "Geesh, he is almost bad as me when I'm at home. What has he been doing last night?" Darien laughed. "Watching too much TV last night"
"Ok then"
"Come on Andrew wake up"
"Ok, ok, ok, I'm up, geesh just 5 minutes isn't going to hurt right?"
"Ha, ha. Come on, get dress and you mister you said you're going for a shower, well off you go"
"Yes madam" and everyone laughed. "Well I better go and get ready, my race started in about 2 hours."
"Ok, see ya Serena" they both said. Serena went back to her room, to get a towel and all her needs after the race. She went to her locker and took out her suit for the race, her saddle, whip, gloves, goggles and cap. She went and changed into her suit that was new which her sister Elane brought. It was a purple top with a yellow stripe on each side near her arms and another stripe of yellow on the centre. Her sister also brought a new white short sleeve shirt with a high collar and a picture of a horse in the middle of the collar on front. She wore her usual white pants and boots and placed her saddle where everyone's saddles were. She went to the female conference room and sat down with her whip, cap, gloves and goggles. After 10 minutes of relaxing by herself someone came in and sat in front of her. Serena looked up, finding Ami getting nervous. "Hey Ami!" said Serena. Ami jumped by the sound of Serena's voice and look up to see her sitting in front of Serena. "Serena you startled me, how come you didn't tell me that I was racing. With you too!" Ami said. Serena smiled. "That's alright. Anyway, you feeling nervous now are you?" Ami nodded.
"Well that was how I was feeling on my first race too. Don't worry, as soon as you hope on your horse, a feeling of excitement will rush into you"
"Thanks Serena"
"You're welcome"
"Race number 6 for the 1200m at 10.30 is now placing in please get ready" the lady is in the speakers.
"Well its time. Is Greg here"
"Yeah, let's go" They both walked out of the room and went to pick up their saddles and met Greg too. All 3 of them got weight adding more weight too. Then they when to get their horses. On their way, they got their number sheet from their locker and went to the stables. Serena went into Serenity's stable placed her number sheet, which was 10 and placed it over her back, then her saddle, bridle and rein. She untied the lead in one of the bar and slid the door open. Ami and Greg got out of their stable and went outside with Serena and handed their horses to Yuen, Candy and Michael to the gathering ring while Serena, Ami and Greg hop on their horses. "You ready Serena" Yuen said
"Yeah, you know that I'm always ready" she said
"Well I hope you will too, I also placed a bet on Ami and Greg too" said Yuen.
"Why thanks Yuen" said Ami and Greg.
"You're welcome. Well here we go" and lead them to the tack where the gates were. Serena was placed in the middle barrier next to Ami and Greg. "Hey Serena" Ami said.
"Yeah Ames" she said
"You're right about the excitement"
"I told ya"
"Did I miss something girls?" (Greg)
"Oh nothing, you know. Nervous reaction" (Serena)
"Ok" (Greg) Serena got her goggles over her eyes and gripped her whip and rein tight. Then the gates open and they're off. Everyone was racing in one side of the racetrack. As the commentators all talking in a rush all this big commotion was going loud for the 1200m race. 100m mark went by and some horses over took a few horses while Serena, Ami and Greg were on the outside almost near the front. 50m mark went and all horses increased speed including Serena, Ami and Greg. Serena overtook all the horses and was in front following by Ami and Greg. As the commentators kept talking at a fast speed, the crowd was shouting telling their horses that they bet faster and faster. Serena was nearly there then she reached her goal. Followed by Ami in second and then Greg coming third. Everyone cheered and Serena was slowing her horse down, she stood up almost and raised her hand that was holding the whip and blew a kiss to the crowd. Serena, Ami and Greg got off their horses and handed their horses to Yuen, Candy and Michael. You did great out there Sere," said Yuen.
"Thanks, so did Ami and Greg. They sure did pretty well," said Serena.
"Serena!" said Darien, then followed by their friends. "Hey guys what are you guys doing?" said Ami.
"You guys did well out there," said Lita.
"Thanks" said Ami
"Well I'm going to get changed, excuse me" said Serena and left. "Well, I might leave with Serena too. Did you see how she reacted on the track?" said Ami.
"Yeah, I did and I found it funny" said Darien and blushed. Everyone laughed. "We'll see you at the cafeteria because we have to plan the surprise party for Josh" said Ami. "Alright then see ya" then left to the cafeteria.
Meanwhile Serena went to get weighed so they could check on their weight and then she went to take photos with Scott, Yuen, Michael and also Serenity. Serena hopped back on her horse and all the people that betted on Serenity was on her right hand side holding one of the leads and Scott, Yuen, Michael and also the CEO of the Hong Kong Jockey Club were there holding the other side of the lead on her left. The reporters told them they were taking photos and told them to smile. As everyone did smile. Serena thought she was getting blind for all of this flashing but laughed. After that Serena hopped off Serenity and patted her head and left to get changed. She changed into a grey t - shirt and white shorts that went mid thigh. After been refreshed she went to the female conference room for a sit. Then she bumped into Ami while walking there. "Hey Sere, we're going to the main cafeteria to plan Josh's surprise party so you might go and met all the others there too," Ami said.
"Alright then, I'll see you at the cafeteria Ames" and waved at Ami while walking to the conference room. After 5 minutes of herself and been relaxed she went to the cafeteria. She found all her friends and went to their table. "Hey, I'm back," said Serena.
"Sere" they said and Serena sat next to Darien. "So Sere, we all saw your reaction on the track with Serenity" said Darien. Serena blushed. "Well can't I do that, some how Serenity got me into the spirit of doing that" said Serena. Then Ami and Greg arrived. "So are we planning Josh's party or what?" said Serena.
"Yeah we sure are" said Mina. As the whole groups kept on doing their discussions for Josh's party till the evening around about 6pm, Serena remembered she had to see Seiya for a moment and left.
Meanwhile, Seiya was at home counting all the money he had in his gym bag, then the doorbell rang. He went to open it found out it was Serena. "Uh...... hey Serena"
"Seiya! Can I come in?"
"Uh...... sure" and open the door wider and Serena stood still and her eyes glued at the coffee table. Then Seiya saw what she was looking at and then quickly placed all his money in the bag. "Where did you find all that money Seiya?" she said.
"Uh. I found it" he lied
"No you didn't, tell me where did you get all that money from?"
"Please Sere honey; please don't tell anyone, it's only you and me that know. Please don't let the ICAC know please" holding her hands. Serena looked down and sighed. "Alright then" Seiya hugged her. "Thank you Sere" 'I knew something was going to interfere this relationship' thought Serena. "Anyway I have to go now, I'll see you later Seiya" said Serena and left. As she went to the elevator, she burst into tears. "Oh why did I take him back?" said Serena. She knew Darien had feelings for her but didn't want to take him in case Seiya wanted her back. 'Why didn't I take Darien instead. I'm such a fool' thought Serena. Then the elevator door open to the ground level, she went out of the building and went back to campus before the gates shut. Serena arrived at the campus and went to the building where she and her friends sleep. She changed into her PJs and then went to sleep.
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Well how do you think? Good so far? Ok please R+R ok g2g.
18th February 2003 (but revised on 03 May 2004)
Neo Queen Serenity Chiba
serenity4darien@hotmail.com
