Konnichiwa! Sorry it's taken so long for this chapter to come along. ( I
have been busy with school work. *sigh* Well I hope you like this chapter.
Read and review! I love knowing what people think.
Disclaimer: don't own sailor moon don't sue. Roxy and the story are me
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Roxy smiled at the sight before her. She couldn't believe that she was looking at the same guy who had been at the airport this morning. She looked him over closely, he reminded her of someone, but she couldn't place his face. Oh but his face. He looked like a Grecian god with his straight cut nose and his perfect tanned complexion. His eyes were perhaps the deepest blue she had ever come in contact with. One could easily get lost in those eyes. A shiver ran up her spine, this guy was definitely worth her time and attention. She smiled again and tickled the air with her fingers.
"Oh geeze, I'm so sorry. Please come and sit down," Mamoru said standing and motioning her to sit. She smiled at him again and thanked him. She sat down next to Yuuichirou, who was still gawking at the sight before him. She snapped her fingers in front of his face causing him to blush.
"Gomen." He said breaking eye contact with the American beauty.
"No problems hun! It wouldn't be the first time someone was staring at me." Roxy said winking at the man. This made him blush again and he suddenly remembered he had to make a phone call. He excused himself, leaving Roxy and this Grecian stranger alone. He sat back down besides her not daring to look at her face again. After a few minutes of awkward silence Roxy turned to the man who was staring very intensely at a stone. She smiled and rolled her eyes. Bringing her hand to his chin she lifted his gaze to meet hers. He immediately tried to look away from her but she held his chin. Looking at him sharply she said:
"No need ta be 'fraid hun. I don't bite an' I don't 'spect that you'd give anyone else the cold shoulder so why don't cha at least tell me 'ur name?" He stared at her for a moment before saying quietly.
"My name is Chiba Mamoru." Roxy's smile brightened and she slapped Mamoru on the back.
"See, that wasn't so hard!" He gave her a small smile. Roxy could see that his smile didn't touch his eyes and wondered why his was so nervous around her. I wonder if he's always this way or if it's 'cause he's alone with me? She thought. "So Mamoru, what brings you to a temple? A man with your looks must not be in want for much." Mamoru laughed slightly and ran his hand through his hair.
"Well, before I say what I'm doing here, I think it's only fair that you tell me your name." Roxy looked at him stunned for a moment and then laughed.
"Here I was goin' off on you went I din't even introduce myself! How rude of me! I'm Roxanne Star, pleased ta meet cha!" She said giving her hand for Mamoru to shake. He stared at the hand for a second before taking it. Roxy wasn't surprised that he had a strong handshake. She smirked as a thought about how his hands had gotten so strong passed through her mind. She let out a small giggle and Mamoru looked at her, one eyebrow raised. She waved it off as nothing and asked again: "So what are you doing here Chiba Mamoru?"
"I'm here visiting the priestess of the temple with my fiancée." Roxy's smile faltered for a moment. Of course a guy this good looking would be taken. Damn! She quickly put a new smile on before Mamoru could notice her dismay. "They always meet up here on Saturday's so we thought it would be a good time to tell them about the engagement." Roxy nodded half-heartedly in apprehension. "What about you? What are you doing here?"
"I'm looking for my friend. She said that she would be here if I wanted to come and meet with her." Roxy said.
"Oh? Maybe I know her. What's her name?"
"Aino Minako."
"Yeah, I know her. We're all friends. Her and my Usako have been friends for over four years." Mamoru said knowingly.
"That's awesome. I'm glad to know that my Mi-chan has good friends here in Japan. I was so upset when she said that she was moving to Japan."
"So then you've known her for a long time?" he asked. Roxy nodded.
"Yup! I've known Mi-chan since she wuz, well, lemme see... Six years old I think."
"Wow. So then you grew up together?"
"Well, I'm two years older than her, so there was a gap, but yeah, we did lots together. We even traveled together a few times. We both came here, oh I guess it'd be ten years ago, and that's when we got our nicks." Mamoru looked at her eyebrows raised in confusion. "Nicknames, you know Mi- chan and Ne-chan."
"Ah. I see. Well that's quite a tale. I'm sure you'd like to see Minako now though, instead of talking to me all night." He laughed and stood up. Roxy stood too, she really didn't mind talking with Mamoru, and in fact she really had enjoyed this short little conversation. If only he wasn't engaged, and if both parties involved weren't friends with Mina, she thought.
"Naw, I liked getting ta know ya! But I wouldn't mind seeing Mi-chan, I'm starting to get hungry." She said rubbing her stomach. He smiled at her and led her towards the sliding doors of the shrine. Mamoru knocked lightly on the frame and they waited for someone to slide the door open. Seconds later laughing blue eyes appeared at the door.
"Mamo-chan!" the girl, who looked remarkably like Mi-chan, said excitedly grabbing the unsuspecting man into a passionate kiss. Roxy smirked at the girl's actions, maybe she would like Mamoru's little fiancée, she seemed to be a very loving person. Roxy just stared at the couple amusedly until they stopped. The petite blonde looked lovingly into Mamoru's eyes and Roxy suddenly felt very jealous as she saw Mamoru look down at her in the same way. Stop it Roxy! You just met the guy! Jesus! She sighed causing the girl to finally notice that they had company on the porch. She saw the girl blush as her actions finally came into realization. Roxy laughed.
"Hun you don't need to be embarrassed on my account!" And she smiled and winked at the girl. Mamoru moved away from his 'Usako' then and towards Roxy.
"Usagi, this is Roxanne Star, she's Minako's friend. Roxy, this is my wonderful fiancée Tsukino Usagi." Mamoru said introducing the two girls. Usagi bowed slightly and Roxy did the same, knowing that was a custom for greeting people.
"It's nice to meet you again Usagi." Usagi looked at her for a moment and then realized Roxy was the same girl who had helped her at the airport.
"OH! You're the one who caught me at the airport! I thought you looked familiar! Wow! What are the chances that we'd both have a common friend?" Roxy just smiled and shrugged as the girl, Usagi, bubbled on. "I'll get Mina-chan for you," she turned towards the inside of the shrine but instead of going in like both Roxy and Mamoru had expected her too, she bellowed out, "MINAKO! YOU HAVE A GUEST! COME HERE!" Roxy winced at the sound and out of the corner of her eye she saw Mamoru sigh and shake his head.
Soon Roxy could hear footsteps and murmuring coming from inside. It slowly got louder until she saw Minako walk out onto the porch along with three other girls. Minako looked at Usagi questionably. Usagi pointed in Roxy's direction and said: "You have a guest Mina-chan." She said again, this time at a more suitable vocal level. Minako finally noticed Roxy.
"Hey Mi-chan!" Roxy smiled and waved. Minako's already smiling face grew larger as she saw her friend standing there. She rushed over enveloping her in a huge hug.
"I'm so glad you decided to come up! Did you find the place ok? I hope my directions were good." Minako said. Roxy nodded and said that she hadn't had any trouble finding the temple. Minako beamed and turned to the others. They all looked at her expectantly; Minako didn't seem to get the hint though. Roxy poked her gently and whispered: "Are you gonna introduce me?" Minako's eyes widened in apprehension and she quickly began to introduce Roxy to all her friends.
"Roxy, these are my wonderful friends who made the transition from England to Japan much more bearable. Makoto is the tall brunette in the back. The blue haired girl is Ami, she's the brainiac. The girl right there with the long black hair is Rei, she and her grandpa run this shrine, and those two lovebirds are Usagi and Mamoru. Everybody, this is my best friend Roxanne." Everybody said there hello's and Rei invited them inside.
Roxy took a seat on a couch. Minako sat to her left and Mamoru took the seat to her right. Usagi sat comfortably on Mamoru's lap, snuggling deep into his embrace. The other three girls sat on chairs across from the couch. The three girls seemed to be looking at Roxy making her feel uncomfortable. They sat in silence for a few more moments before the priestess finally spoke asking Roxy: "So Roxanne," she started but Roxy quickly interrupted her.
"Ah, just Roxy if you don't mind. Roxanne is way too formal for me."
Rei looked at her strangely for a second before going on. "Roxy then. How long have you and Mina-chan known each other?" Roxy opened her mouth to reply but was stunned when she someone answered.
"I believe that she has known Minako for twelve years." Mamoru said casually. Everyone looked at him and he blushed slightly. "Well at least that's what she just told me outside."
"It's true. Mi-chan and I have been friends since she was 6 and I was 8." Roxy confirmed.
"So then you're from England as well?" the blue haired one, Ami, inquired. Roxy shook her head.
"No, I am originally from The United States, but I visited my grandparents and uncle in Sussex every summer and Mi-chan's family lived next door."
"Originally?" Ami asked confused at Roxy's choice of words.
"I moved to England when I was ten." Roxy said, her eyes clouding over slightly. She saw Minako glance at her nervously and then looked towards her inquiring friends.
"Yeah I was so happy when Roxy came to live near me! So Rei, why don't you go get those cakes that I brought?" Minako's attempt to deter them from asking more questions about Roxy's past worked and Roxy was very grateful for having Minako there. "Common I'll help you." Minako stood and dragged Rei with her into the kitchen.
They sat for a few minutes in silence again. Attempting to break the somewhat awkwardness of the situation Ami asked: "So Roxy, do you attend university in England?"
"No. I was tutored until sixteen and then I moved back to the United States and didn't really bother to go further then high school. I didn't really need any more formal education." Ami looked at her shocked.
"How can you not need more education? It's the most important part of any development." Ami said in her calm voice, although she sounded taken aback.
Roxy shrugged. "Meh. I already had lots of money, good career, and I can read and write so school would just be a waste of time for me. Like if I wanted to be a doctor or lawyer or something I would go but I don't. I can speak four languages, I've read all kinds of books and stuff and I know enough about important issues to not be at a total loss."
"B...but still! Your mind is a very important asset! You must go to university if only to learn and grow, even if you don't need it to further your career!" Ami was now starting to unravel. For Roxy this was nothing, because she had only just met the girl, but for her three friends sitting with them it was very strange behavior indeed.
"Ami? It is Ami right?" Ami nodded, "Well, then, you say 'ur mind is the most important thing, and maybe you're right, it's a pretty important thing if ya wanna get yourself far up in life I s'pose. But it's your heart that will get ya there. 'Cause I guarantee that ya can be the smartest person in da world, but if ya don't got the heart you might as well be the stupidest!" Ami stared at her, mouth wide open. Roxy looked around and saw the others had similar expressions on their faces as well. She blushed out of embarrassment and awkwardness. Ami must not lose arguments very often, she thought.
"Alright guys! I've got cakes and tea!" Minako said cheerfully walking into the room. She stopped in her tracks when she noticed everyone's faces. "Ahhh... Did we miss something?" Roxy looked up to her friend, her eyes pleading for help. "Usagi, you must not have heard me! I've got fresh yummy cakes from the bakery!" Minako said placing the tray down on the table. "Don't tell me you've stopped eating cake!"
"Usa-chan stop eating cake? Ahahaha, right Mina-chan! What dimension are you coming from?" This comment came from Rei who was carrying another tray of goodies. Usagi stuck her tongue out at Rei, who just laughed placing her tray next to Minako's. Mamoru looked at Usagi and then at the tray of cakes.
"If Usagi keeps eating like that I won't be able to lift up to carry her over the threshold." He muttered quietly. Roxy looked over at him and tried to hide her laughter.
From then on the mood was light and cheery as the girls chatted about this and that. Usagi's wedding came up numerous times throughout the evening and Roxy felt uncomfortable sitting in on the friends' happy banter. Finally she excused herself and went for some fresh air.
Roxy took a deep breath of fresh air and stared up at the moon. It was so gorgeous tonight. Closing her eyes she took another deep breath this time inhaling a new scent. She opened her eyes to see a white rose in her face. She turned her head and saw a grinning Mamoru looking down on her.
She took the rose from his hand and put it up to her nose, breathing in the scent again. Mamoru sat down beside her and followed her gaze to the moon.
"It's very beautiful at this time of the year." He remarked. Roxy nodded, still holding the rose close to her face.
"Thank you fer da rose. It is the essence of beauty." She said.
"Yes, I agree. They are my favorite flowers; I always have a bunch in my apartment." Roxy tilted her head sideways looking at Mamoru; he looked so much like Seiya. She sighed aloud, causing Mamoru to look at her. She met his eyes and her stomach churned. He was so close; she could steal a kiss right now. She subconsciously leaned closer to him; their faces were only an inch apart when she quickly came to her senses. She stuck the rose between them and smiled.
"Thanks again for the rose Mamoru." And without thinking she kissed him gently on the cheek before rising and going back into the house. She only hoped that Mi-chan was ready to go.
Mamoru touched his cheek. He didn't know what shocked him more, her kiss or the fact that he had flirted with her, prompting the kiss in the first place. He didn't even know what he had followed her out here for, or why he had given her the rose. He was very confused and all he knew was that Roxy Star was the cause of it. He sighed. He loved Usako. He had spent the best part of four years with her, he was engaged to her and he was happy with her. Wasn't he?
Roxy smiled at the sight before her. She couldn't believe that she was looking at the same guy who had been at the airport this morning. She looked him over closely, he reminded her of someone, but she couldn't place his face. Oh but his face. He looked like a Grecian god with his straight cut nose and his perfect tanned complexion. His eyes were perhaps the deepest blue she had ever come in contact with. One could easily get lost in those eyes. A shiver ran up her spine, this guy was definitely worth her time and attention. She smiled again and tickled the air with her fingers.
"Oh geeze, I'm so sorry. Please come and sit down," Mamoru said standing and motioning her to sit. She smiled at him again and thanked him. She sat down next to Yuuichirou, who was still gawking at the sight before him. She snapped her fingers in front of his face causing him to blush.
"Gomen." He said breaking eye contact with the American beauty.
"No problems hun! It wouldn't be the first time someone was staring at me." Roxy said winking at the man. This made him blush again and he suddenly remembered he had to make a phone call. He excused himself, leaving Roxy and this Grecian stranger alone. He sat back down besides her not daring to look at her face again. After a few minutes of awkward silence Roxy turned to the man who was staring very intensely at a stone. She smiled and rolled her eyes. Bringing her hand to his chin she lifted his gaze to meet hers. He immediately tried to look away from her but she held his chin. Looking at him sharply she said:
"No need ta be 'fraid hun. I don't bite an' I don't 'spect that you'd give anyone else the cold shoulder so why don't cha at least tell me 'ur name?" He stared at her for a moment before saying quietly.
"My name is Chiba Mamoru." Roxy's smile brightened and she slapped Mamoru on the back.
"See, that wasn't so hard!" He gave her a small smile. Roxy could see that his smile didn't touch his eyes and wondered why his was so nervous around her. I wonder if he's always this way or if it's 'cause he's alone with me? She thought. "So Mamoru, what brings you to a temple? A man with your looks must not be in want for much." Mamoru laughed slightly and ran his hand through his hair.
"Well, before I say what I'm doing here, I think it's only fair that you tell me your name." Roxy looked at him stunned for a moment and then laughed.
"Here I was goin' off on you went I din't even introduce myself! How rude of me! I'm Roxanne Star, pleased ta meet cha!" She said giving her hand for Mamoru to shake. He stared at the hand for a second before taking it. Roxy wasn't surprised that he had a strong handshake. She smirked as a thought about how his hands had gotten so strong passed through her mind. She let out a small giggle and Mamoru looked at her, one eyebrow raised. She waved it off as nothing and asked again: "So what are you doing here Chiba Mamoru?"
"I'm here visiting the priestess of the temple with my fiancée." Roxy's smile faltered for a moment. Of course a guy this good looking would be taken. Damn! She quickly put a new smile on before Mamoru could notice her dismay. "They always meet up here on Saturday's so we thought it would be a good time to tell them about the engagement." Roxy nodded half-heartedly in apprehension. "What about you? What are you doing here?"
"I'm looking for my friend. She said that she would be here if I wanted to come and meet with her." Roxy said.
"Oh? Maybe I know her. What's her name?"
"Aino Minako."
"Yeah, I know her. We're all friends. Her and my Usako have been friends for over four years." Mamoru said knowingly.
"That's awesome. I'm glad to know that my Mi-chan has good friends here in Japan. I was so upset when she said that she was moving to Japan."
"So then you've known her for a long time?" he asked. Roxy nodded.
"Yup! I've known Mi-chan since she wuz, well, lemme see... Six years old I think."
"Wow. So then you grew up together?"
"Well, I'm two years older than her, so there was a gap, but yeah, we did lots together. We even traveled together a few times. We both came here, oh I guess it'd be ten years ago, and that's when we got our nicks." Mamoru looked at her eyebrows raised in confusion. "Nicknames, you know Mi- chan and Ne-chan."
"Ah. I see. Well that's quite a tale. I'm sure you'd like to see Minako now though, instead of talking to me all night." He laughed and stood up. Roxy stood too, she really didn't mind talking with Mamoru, and in fact she really had enjoyed this short little conversation. If only he wasn't engaged, and if both parties involved weren't friends with Mina, she thought.
"Naw, I liked getting ta know ya! But I wouldn't mind seeing Mi-chan, I'm starting to get hungry." She said rubbing her stomach. He smiled at her and led her towards the sliding doors of the shrine. Mamoru knocked lightly on the frame and they waited for someone to slide the door open. Seconds later laughing blue eyes appeared at the door.
"Mamo-chan!" the girl, who looked remarkably like Mi-chan, said excitedly grabbing the unsuspecting man into a passionate kiss. Roxy smirked at the girl's actions, maybe she would like Mamoru's little fiancée, she seemed to be a very loving person. Roxy just stared at the couple amusedly until they stopped. The petite blonde looked lovingly into Mamoru's eyes and Roxy suddenly felt very jealous as she saw Mamoru look down at her in the same way. Stop it Roxy! You just met the guy! Jesus! She sighed causing the girl to finally notice that they had company on the porch. She saw the girl blush as her actions finally came into realization. Roxy laughed.
"Hun you don't need to be embarrassed on my account!" And she smiled and winked at the girl. Mamoru moved away from his 'Usako' then and towards Roxy.
"Usagi, this is Roxanne Star, she's Minako's friend. Roxy, this is my wonderful fiancée Tsukino Usagi." Mamoru said introducing the two girls. Usagi bowed slightly and Roxy did the same, knowing that was a custom for greeting people.
"It's nice to meet you again Usagi." Usagi looked at her for a moment and then realized Roxy was the same girl who had helped her at the airport.
"OH! You're the one who caught me at the airport! I thought you looked familiar! Wow! What are the chances that we'd both have a common friend?" Roxy just smiled and shrugged as the girl, Usagi, bubbled on. "I'll get Mina-chan for you," she turned towards the inside of the shrine but instead of going in like both Roxy and Mamoru had expected her too, she bellowed out, "MINAKO! YOU HAVE A GUEST! COME HERE!" Roxy winced at the sound and out of the corner of her eye she saw Mamoru sigh and shake his head.
Soon Roxy could hear footsteps and murmuring coming from inside. It slowly got louder until she saw Minako walk out onto the porch along with three other girls. Minako looked at Usagi questionably. Usagi pointed in Roxy's direction and said: "You have a guest Mina-chan." She said again, this time at a more suitable vocal level. Minako finally noticed Roxy.
"Hey Mi-chan!" Roxy smiled and waved. Minako's already smiling face grew larger as she saw her friend standing there. She rushed over enveloping her in a huge hug.
"I'm so glad you decided to come up! Did you find the place ok? I hope my directions were good." Minako said. Roxy nodded and said that she hadn't had any trouble finding the temple. Minako beamed and turned to the others. They all looked at her expectantly; Minako didn't seem to get the hint though. Roxy poked her gently and whispered: "Are you gonna introduce me?" Minako's eyes widened in apprehension and she quickly began to introduce Roxy to all her friends.
"Roxy, these are my wonderful friends who made the transition from England to Japan much more bearable. Makoto is the tall brunette in the back. The blue haired girl is Ami, she's the brainiac. The girl right there with the long black hair is Rei, she and her grandpa run this shrine, and those two lovebirds are Usagi and Mamoru. Everybody, this is my best friend Roxanne." Everybody said there hello's and Rei invited them inside.
Roxy took a seat on a couch. Minako sat to her left and Mamoru took the seat to her right. Usagi sat comfortably on Mamoru's lap, snuggling deep into his embrace. The other three girls sat on chairs across from the couch. The three girls seemed to be looking at Roxy making her feel uncomfortable. They sat in silence for a few more moments before the priestess finally spoke asking Roxy: "So Roxanne," she started but Roxy quickly interrupted her.
"Ah, just Roxy if you don't mind. Roxanne is way too formal for me."
Rei looked at her strangely for a second before going on. "Roxy then. How long have you and Mina-chan known each other?" Roxy opened her mouth to reply but was stunned when she someone answered.
"I believe that she has known Minako for twelve years." Mamoru said casually. Everyone looked at him and he blushed slightly. "Well at least that's what she just told me outside."
"It's true. Mi-chan and I have been friends since she was 6 and I was 8." Roxy confirmed.
"So then you're from England as well?" the blue haired one, Ami, inquired. Roxy shook her head.
"No, I am originally from The United States, but I visited my grandparents and uncle in Sussex every summer and Mi-chan's family lived next door."
"Originally?" Ami asked confused at Roxy's choice of words.
"I moved to England when I was ten." Roxy said, her eyes clouding over slightly. She saw Minako glance at her nervously and then looked towards her inquiring friends.
"Yeah I was so happy when Roxy came to live near me! So Rei, why don't you go get those cakes that I brought?" Minako's attempt to deter them from asking more questions about Roxy's past worked and Roxy was very grateful for having Minako there. "Common I'll help you." Minako stood and dragged Rei with her into the kitchen.
They sat for a few minutes in silence again. Attempting to break the somewhat awkwardness of the situation Ami asked: "So Roxy, do you attend university in England?"
"No. I was tutored until sixteen and then I moved back to the United States and didn't really bother to go further then high school. I didn't really need any more formal education." Ami looked at her shocked.
"How can you not need more education? It's the most important part of any development." Ami said in her calm voice, although she sounded taken aback.
Roxy shrugged. "Meh. I already had lots of money, good career, and I can read and write so school would just be a waste of time for me. Like if I wanted to be a doctor or lawyer or something I would go but I don't. I can speak four languages, I've read all kinds of books and stuff and I know enough about important issues to not be at a total loss."
"B...but still! Your mind is a very important asset! You must go to university if only to learn and grow, even if you don't need it to further your career!" Ami was now starting to unravel. For Roxy this was nothing, because she had only just met the girl, but for her three friends sitting with them it was very strange behavior indeed.
"Ami? It is Ami right?" Ami nodded, "Well, then, you say 'ur mind is the most important thing, and maybe you're right, it's a pretty important thing if ya wanna get yourself far up in life I s'pose. But it's your heart that will get ya there. 'Cause I guarantee that ya can be the smartest person in da world, but if ya don't got the heart you might as well be the stupidest!" Ami stared at her, mouth wide open. Roxy looked around and saw the others had similar expressions on their faces as well. She blushed out of embarrassment and awkwardness. Ami must not lose arguments very often, she thought.
"Alright guys! I've got cakes and tea!" Minako said cheerfully walking into the room. She stopped in her tracks when she noticed everyone's faces. "Ahhh... Did we miss something?" Roxy looked up to her friend, her eyes pleading for help. "Usagi, you must not have heard me! I've got fresh yummy cakes from the bakery!" Minako said placing the tray down on the table. "Don't tell me you've stopped eating cake!"
"Usa-chan stop eating cake? Ahahaha, right Mina-chan! What dimension are you coming from?" This comment came from Rei who was carrying another tray of goodies. Usagi stuck her tongue out at Rei, who just laughed placing her tray next to Minako's. Mamoru looked at Usagi and then at the tray of cakes.
"If Usagi keeps eating like that I won't be able to lift up to carry her over the threshold." He muttered quietly. Roxy looked over at him and tried to hide her laughter.
From then on the mood was light and cheery as the girls chatted about this and that. Usagi's wedding came up numerous times throughout the evening and Roxy felt uncomfortable sitting in on the friends' happy banter. Finally she excused herself and went for some fresh air.
Roxy took a deep breath of fresh air and stared up at the moon. It was so gorgeous tonight. Closing her eyes she took another deep breath this time inhaling a new scent. She opened her eyes to see a white rose in her face. She turned her head and saw a grinning Mamoru looking down on her.
She took the rose from his hand and put it up to her nose, breathing in the scent again. Mamoru sat down beside her and followed her gaze to the moon.
"It's very beautiful at this time of the year." He remarked. Roxy nodded, still holding the rose close to her face.
"Thank you fer da rose. It is the essence of beauty." She said.
"Yes, I agree. They are my favorite flowers; I always have a bunch in my apartment." Roxy tilted her head sideways looking at Mamoru; he looked so much like Seiya. She sighed aloud, causing Mamoru to look at her. She met his eyes and her stomach churned. He was so close; she could steal a kiss right now. She subconsciously leaned closer to him; their faces were only an inch apart when she quickly came to her senses. She stuck the rose between them and smiled.
"Thanks again for the rose Mamoru." And without thinking she kissed him gently on the cheek before rising and going back into the house. She only hoped that Mi-chan was ready to go.
Mamoru touched his cheek. He didn't know what shocked him more, her kiss or the fact that he had flirted with her, prompting the kiss in the first place. He didn't even know what he had followed her out here for, or why he had given her the rose. He was very confused and all he knew was that Roxy Star was the cause of it. He sighed. He loved Usako. He had spent the best part of four years with her, he was engaged to her and he was happy with her. Wasn't he?