With You: Chapter 6

The next morning Darien found himself at the arcade/café. He had already dropped off the paper work to the social worker. He was told he would be informed about the hearing.

Darien currently sat there sipping idly at his coffee. Andrew had already gotten the update on Serena. Now all they could do was wait.

Serena woke up slowly. Her eyes scanned the room and sighed. She had been hoping it was a dream. She wanted to wake up in Darien's place.

It kind of scared Serena to think that she had feelings for Darien. However, there was no denying that the feelings did exist. How strong they were, Serena did not know. She also was unsure if Darien had the same feelings for her.

Serena's thoughts were interrupted by a soft knock on her door.

"Serena? It's Mike. Why don't you come down for breakfast?" He questioned her softly.

"I'm not really all that hungry thanks," Serena answered quietly.

"Okay Serena but remember that you have to be at school in an hour and a half," Mike said gently.

Serena sighed loudly. School. so soon again. Mike and Kate had enrolled her in a two weeklong course in hopes to improve her grades. All in all Serena was dreading it. Shaking her head she headed to the shower.

Serena soon found herself sitting in a somewhat crowded classroom. She shifted nervously in her chair. All these people looked so smart. Serena sighed loudly as the class began.

A little ways into the class Serena began to daydream. She thought of her life before Sailor Moon and before the accident. She missed those days a lot. She was more carefree back then. However, she was glad for the time she spent with Darien. He had become a huge help and a close friend.

"Miss Tsukino!" a voice yelled into her ear.

Serena was jolted from her thoughts and looked up at the teacher. "Yes sir?"

"Would you please answer the question on the board?"

Serena's eyes traveled to the board and she gulped. She had never learned that type of math.

"No sir, I'm sorry, I can't solve that."

"Why not?" the teacher questioned.

Serena hung her head in embarrassment. "I never learned," she muttered.

The class started to snicker at her.

"Well then Miss Tsukino, I suggest you pay attention."

Serena sunk down in her seat as the children openly laughed at her.

The next couple of days went on like this. Serena found that her only comfort was from the locket Darien gave her. She was unbelievable grateful that Darien gave it to her.

Serena sighed as she walked home from school. It had been another horrible day. She still wasn't doing well in school and she felt that Kate and Mike were getting annoyed with her.

Entering the driveway, Serena noticed a red car.

That kind of looks like Darien's car, Serena thought. She then shook her head sadly and entered the house.

Darien's eye quickly left those of Mike and looked to the door. His heart leapt when he saw Serena enter the house. She glanced up and stopped in her tracks.

"Darien?" She whispered.

Darien smiled and walked to her. He looked down at her and gave her a huge hug.

"I missed you so much Darien," Serena cried into his chest. Darien held her tight and stroked her hair and back.

"I know Serena, I know," Darien soothed.

Mike and Kate looked on as Darien hugged Serena. Mike gave Kate a disapproving look. Darien pulled back a little and looked down at Serena.

"Are you here to take me home?" Serena asked in a whisper.

Darien's heart broke at the words. He stepped back away from Serena sadly and bowed his head. "I'm sorry Serena, but no. I just came to see how you were and to tell you some news."

A few tears escaped from Serena's eyes at the answer.

"What news?"

"The court case is in a few days. I'm one of the people looking to be your guardian. the Smiths are the other," Darien explained softly to her.

"Mr. Chiba," Mike began. "We are going to be eating soon and Serena still has her homework to finish. I think it's best if you were on your now."

Serena looked up fearfully at Darien.

Darien gave Mike a soft glare then nodded. He turned back to Serena a wrapped her in a tight hug.

"No matter what happens, I will always be there for you. Do you understand?"

Serena nodded and cried into Darien's shirt.

"I don't want you to leave," she sobbed.

Darien held her tight. "It's ok Serena, it'll be ok. I promise."

Slowly he pulled away from her and turned towards the door. He gave Serena one last encouraging smile and exited the house. Serena ran to the door and watched him leave, tears running down her face the whole time. Once the car was out of sight Serena turned back to the house.

"Come on Serena, go wash up, dinner will be ready soon," Mike said to her and turned away. Kate looked sadly at Serena then followed her husband.

To be continued.