Disclaimer: Magic Knights of Rayearth I do not own nor do I take creative claim for such an addictive anime/Manga. All rights are reserved to CLAMP.

BH's Notes: Bare in mind I am not very clever about writing fan fictions. I just thought maybe this would be interesting to write as a challenge to myself. Comments are welcome. Flames are welcome to, but please be warned I have the right to ignore stupidity.

It was early February and exterior of the world was reflecting the affects of winter's sleepy grasp. Everything was coated in snow and ice which glittered millions of colors cause of the sunset that was settled in hallows of the earth. It was very beautiful in a silent way, like a picture that could only tell a story with a thousand words by the scene it was attempting to relay to the viewer. The view was hypnotic and had already taken a young woman captive; her warm eyes fixed on the window exploring the details outside.

It was strange how on this day the view of coldness looked more inviting than the idea of sitting by a fire to keep warm. She propped her head up with her left hand and sighed to her self. Her red hair tussled in layers around her face reflect her untamed spirit she maintained under her small figure. In back she hand it extended out back her mid back in a pony tail. Her right hand was wrapped around a pen scribbling a few notes to what ever was going in the interior of where was residing. Or so it looked like she was writing notes.

"Ms. Shidou? Earth to Ms. Shidou!"

The redhead turned around abruptly and saw the lecture was over for her Biology class. She turned red in the face from embarrassment from being caught day dreaming in one of her college coarse.

"Excuse me Professor Higo, I .. I just."

She stammered over her own words trying to explain why she was ignoring his lectures. Her head lowered in frustration.

"Ms. Shidou, there is no need to apologize to me. Just make sure it doesn't happen again. I would strongly advise you copy someone's notes. This lecture will be on your test next week."

The older man stated as he tucked his hand behind his back and stood there ridged as though he was once apart of the military. His peppered hair and thin rimed glasses matched quit well with his navy blue sweater, with a starched pressed shirt and tan khakis, which also screamed out academic fashion. She nodded slowly and bowed to him respect before excusing her self.

The young woman grabbed her coat then scooped up her books in one arm walking out of the lecture hall. It was going to be one of those days, or so it felt like it was for her. She placed her long black coat on and their wrapped her neck tightly with a knitted scarf given to her by her grandmother made in hues of pinks and reds. It was extraordinarily outrageous in color but Hikaru adored it ever since she received it from her grandmother. But the simple things in life always pleased her most. She placed her leather gloves and was about to head out the door sucking a warm breath ready to brave the cold.

"Hikaru! Wait up!"

Running up to her was a taller woman in a stylish coat with a scarf that looked to be made out of cashmere, the deepest blue that was waving behind her as she ran up to Hikaru. Her hair blue hair was pulled up in a bun with two long strands on each side that framed her elegant face which wore a relived smile on her face to see her friend.

"Phew! I am so happy I caught up with you! Fuu and I were wondering if you wanted to go to the Celtic pub tonight."

Hikaru simply smiled rubbing the back of her head. "Sure! Sounds like fun Umi."

Umi gave her a giant smile and grabbed her by the wrist and started to drag her off to her vehicle. The redhead just laughed lightly and staggered on the first few steps as she tried to follow. "Go then you can ride with me instead of taking the train." Umi insisted while dragging her petite friend to the parking garage of the university.

"Where is Fuu?" Hikaru inquired after having her wrist freed finally when Umi fumbled for her keys.

"Oh she is already there. She thought she would save us a spot since it will be crowded tonight."

After a moment of waiting Umi successfully opened the suburban doors which afterward two girls climbed in shivering from outside. "Gah! You know normally I like this weather, but right now I could use something warm to drink!"

The red head just nodding burying her self in her scarf attempting to trap the warmth from her breath in the material.

It took them a good hour before they finally made it there and still they were hesitant about leaving the warmth of the large suburban. Umi slipped out and started to rush to the entrance of the pub as Hikaru just sludge her way through the snow that was now above her small ankles. When she finally made in she looked around saw only a few people there. Odd she assumed it would be crowded today. But with the weather getting more challenging to be in it was no wonder why the place was so spacious.

A slender build girl wearing jeans and a deep green sweater and cream color turtle neck was already wave to them with a bright smile on her face. Her blonde hair was held back with a head band as curls framed her jaw line gracefully.

"Miss Umi! Miss Hikaru! I am so pleased you were not trapped in the snow out there!"

Her tone the eternal glow of politeness, as she gestured for them to sit down. The table was small round but near the fire. She would have been unlucky any other day if it wasn't for the fact the place was almost empty.

"Thank you Fuu. I hope you didn't have to wait long for us." Hikaru said as she freed her self from her scarf and coat. She sighed in relief and glanced around the place. It reminded herself a lot of Cephiro's taverns. Warm, inviting and lots of nice hand carved wood furniture and always her two friends and shared her most important lessons in life.

Umi was already ordering warm ciders for everyone. As Fuu settled down and closed her books she had out while waiting patiently for her friends. She glanced up with her wise green eyes and noticed her spitfire of a friend was day dreaming again. "You truly miss them don't you?"

She snapped out of it and offered a sheepish smile and nodded. "I just wonder, how they are doing now."

Fuu nodded slightly and smiled. "Are you sure that is all you are thinking Miss Hikaru?"

Before the redhead could answer Umi came back with the drinks and set them down in front of her friends.

"They were out of cider I had to settle for wassle, which I should warn you.."

"HeRk!"

Umi glared at Hikaru as she caught her sipping it before she could explain more. "It has a lot of spice rum in it."

The blonde only snickered lightly and sipped her warm drink and almost melted in her seat. It was a welcome change since the semester was finally over for the three of them.

"Hey Fuu, I think you are right, it's more that I miss Lantis."

Umi almost sputtered her drink missing the first part of the conversation. "WHA!!! You still miss that guy?!"

It had been almost nine years since their last adventure in a foreign world where the strongest will could shape a world or destroy it with despair. It was there Umi, Fuu and Hikaru shared the hardest times in their lives and the greatest joys. And now that they were fated to be dear friends until the end.

Fuu stifle a laugh at the outburst from her watery friend. "Oh Miss Umi, You can not tell me you do not miss Master Mage Clef."

This is when Umi lowered her head turning red and sighing in defeat. Even Umi had found love but unlike the other girls she was never able to confess it. It was then that Hikaru requested a refill of her drink and grinned like ninny. "Hey guys, don't you wish we could go back again?"

Both of them nodded and grew silent remembering what was in their hearts stayed.

Mean while...

It seemed the girls where not the only ones reflecting on the past. The land of Cephiro was lush and decadent with exotic blooms, the skies now populated once again with unusual mythical winged creatures and the waters clear as the purest soul of a child.

People where happy once again and felt more of a duty to the country to insure it never crumbles again. And in the heart was the reminder of the past the palace created from the wills of the strongest wills in the country. It was there that the Legendary Magic Knight came back to help them once again this time by their own choice.

If only they could come back again by their choice and those that missed them desperately.

I wonder what she looks like now. I am sure she is still as strong as the first time I met her.

A tall man with dark rich hair covering one eye and allow a violet one to peek out, thought to him self as he sat under a tree admiring the beauty of the land that was possible by all the people that loved this land the most. But sadly the ones that should enjoy it most were not here to finally see the good they did.