Hello Minna, Here is Chapter 2 for you. I hope you enjoy this story. Please R & R and let me know what you think?

Mamoru is tragically killed. What will the future hold now? Return of the Three Lights! Please read on to find out...

Author's Notes : 'Denotes People's Thoughts' I'd like to take a moment to thank my reviewers.

SerenitYuy – Yes I knew they were females(See prologue) But I thought it would be funny to play with their Male Ego's! Nanami Sakura – Thanks, Cardcaptor eternity – Thanks

I know I know hurry on to the story...


Makenai

Chapter 2 First Impressions and Wrestle Mania

Usagi was sitting on the bench thinking of Mamo-chan. Sobbing in despair everything was bleak. She could almost feel his presence here in the park. No one understood how she felt. Her friends tried cheering her up and she knew they cared, but they didn't comprehend the pain she was feeling. There wasn't any joy left in her world.

'Why me? After we fought so hard so many times! It isn't fair! I...cannot...fix...it and make things all better.' The pain was nearly excruciating. Her heart felt like someone was tearing it out with a dull knife. ' Mamo-chan...please...I.. ..cannot ...go...on...alone. Why must I? I want to be with you even in death.' Her thoughts took a down turn and she cried even harder as she focused on her own death. Crying until she felt completely drained and numb she stood and started wandering home.

Eyes cast down she was lost in a haze of suicidal thoughts. Slamming into a muscled chest she immediately apologized.

"Gomen gomen." Keeping her head down she started to walk off when a voice stopped her dead in her tracks.

"Oi Odango you really should watch where you are going." Seiya had been surprised when the blonde had run right into him but when she lifted her face to look at him his heart nearly broke. The pain radiating from her eyes was devastating. He took note of her appearance. Her eyes were red and puffy and her face seemed wan and pale.

"S...seiya?" 'Is he really here or am I imagining this?' She stood frozen in shock not knowing what to say.

"What no hello, no hug or anything for your favorite Three Light?" He tried for lightly teasing but there was a touch of sadness to his voice. He stepped closer and picked up her slack hand.

At that moment Usagi realized it was real or more so that he was real. A lone tear slipped down her cheek as she stood staring up at him. He tenderly reached out with his thumb and wiped the tear away.

"Odango...are you..." He let the sentence trail off. The vulnerability in her face struck at his core. "How about we go and get some ice cream?"

She couldn't find words for the moment and instead she mutely nodded. He kept her hand and tucked her fingers inside of his. Turning he guided her towards the arcade. Holding her hand they walked with an uncomfortable silence between them neither knowing what to say. He was lost in thought trying to figure out how to reach out to her. Before either of them realized it they were standing in front of the arcade.

Glancing down at Uagi he noticed the air of desolation surrounding her. Giving her a look filled with concern he stepped forward and opened the door. Seiya picked a booth and led her towards it. Waiting for her to slide in he took a moment to glance around the place. When she slid in he chose to sit across from her.

"So...how are the girls?" He tried again to ask hard questions but found he couldn't speak the words.

She took a moment to register that he had asked her a question. Swallowing past the lump in her throat she found her voice. "They are good." She slipped back into silence just looking at him with huge pain filled eyes.

He was still trying to figure out how to reach her. 'So far I am making a mess of this. I haven't gotten five words out of her. What do I do? Pity isn't going to cut it.' Never being one to run from a problem he decided to face it head on.

"Odango would you like to talk about it?" He watched for signs of distress.

Her head shot up. "I...I...can't right now." She shook her head roughly to emphasize her words. Seiya decided to push a bit. He wanted to see something, any emotion other than this devastation.

"When can you?" He watched as embers of anger flared to life in her eyes.

"How dare you." She looked angrier than he had ever seen her. "You show up out of the blue and begin making demands!" She was shaking with rage and panting.

He taunted her further. "I dare because I care about you!" He threw her a condescending look.

"Phhhffft If you cared...you would leave me alone until I am ready to talk!" She stood suddenly and bolted through the door. He sat for a moment in shock. Deciding it would be wise he jumped up to follow her. Catching sight of her out on the street he tried to follow her blonde head through the crowd. He stayed a bit behind her until she turned into the park. With a quick sprint he easily caught up to her.

"Odango...Stop right there!" He waited for the explosion. Knowing what was coming made being a part of it no easier. She stopped with her back to him and he could see the anger vibrating in her. She turned around quickly glaring at him.

"You have no right to tell me anything." Stepping up to him she poked his chest. "You shouldn't even be here. Damn You!" She began flailing on his chest helpless to stop the anger that flowed out of her. "Why?." She did not notice that she was no longer yelling at Seiya. "I need you! You should be here! It's not fair! Why did you have to go and die!"

The dam burst and she collapsed against Seiya's chest sobbing. He brought his arms up around her and ran his hand up and down her back speaking soothing nonsense. When she was somewhat calmer he guided her over to a bench.

"Shhh...it's alright." Sitting down with her he pulled her into the crook of his arm. Her head rested against his shoulder. Watching exhaustion overtake her he was not surprised to see her eyes slowly droop closed. He sat still letting her doze against him. Glancing down at her he could see how the stress was wearing her down. She appeared haggard and thinner than he remembered. 'Is she eating? When she wakes up I am going to convince her to eat.'

After a few minutes Usagi's eyes fluttered open and she sat up looking around. She glanced at Seiya to see him regarding her with curiosity.

"Odango When was the last time you ate?" She looked surprised by his question. 'I am right. She has not been eating.'

"Does it really matter?" Her question sounded oddly disinterested. She gazed at him waiting for his reply. She was surprised to see anger burning in his eyes.

"It matters to me. Come on let's go get some food." He did not sound angry just resigned. With a small sigh she stood and followed him. When she got close enough he reached over and took her hand without asking. She did not pull away or argue just letting it be for the moment. Leaving the park he led her to a nearby cafe, and after they were seated ordered their food.

Seiya watched her pick at her food. Without thinking about it he spoke. "Quit playing with your food and eat." When her head shot up in surprise and her mouth opened he didn't think. Heading off the confrontation he could see coming he grabbed a piece of squid and crammed it in her mouth. She could not speak around the food and had no option except to chew. The time it took to chew the rubbery bite helped her calm down. When she finally was able to swallow she gave him a mock stern look.

"Don't ever do that again." She began to eat slowly. Seiya hid his grin and began eating his food. They ate in silence for a few moments before he decided to ask a question.

"So...Have they held the funeral yet?" Seiya watched her face go pale but she responded by nodding. He waited a moment and then continued. "So how was it?"

"Befitting a King, the relatives of the children that he saved showed up. The media attended following up on his heroism." Wrapped up in finally talking about it she missed his hurt look. "We held it at the Shrine, Rei's shrine. See Mamoru has no family so we made all the decisions." She spoke quietly without a lot of emotion.

Seiya lost in his own thoughts was no longer listening. 'Why do they enjoy throwing that in my face? It's not as if I care about being a king, but I tire of hearing about it in every conversation.' He realized Usagi was looking at him with an odd look.

"Well what do you think?" Looking hopeful she waited for his answer. He didn't know what she was asking.

"Sounds nice." Bitterness crept into his tone unintentionally.

Usagi looked perplexed but decided to let it be. Slipping back into silence she just sat watching Seiya for a moment before continuing to eat. He took a deep breath and exhaled slowly. Taking a bite he used the time to gather his thoughts. Now that I have her talking how do I keep her going?' Asking the first thing that came to mind he hoped it would keep the conversation moving.

"Have there been any new enemies?" When she shook her head he knew that was no help. Realizing they had finished their food Seiya had run out of options.

"Well I should probably get you home now. Let me go pay. I'll be right back." He slid out of the booth and strolled to the counter. Sitting lost in thought Usagi did not notice that he had returned.

"You ready?" He watched as she jumped in surprise. She nodded and slid out of the booth. He strolled towards the doors and finally turned around to make sure she was behind him. Once they were out on the street he slowed his pace and walked next to her.

"I have something for you." He handed her a small square of paper. "It's my phone number and I want you to use it any time night or day if you need to talk!" He glanced at her imploringly and prayed she was listening. She somberly nodded. They strolled the rest of the way in silence. When they reached her porch they stood uncomfortably for a moment.

"I hadn't realized how much I have missed you." He smiled tenderly at her confused look. "I will be here tomorrow to visit you. Decide what you would like to do. Ja ne' Odango remember to call me."

Usagi watched as Seiya walked off back the way they had come. When he was finally out of sight she turned and headed inside.


Seiya arrived back at the apartment to find Taiki and Yaten amicably arguing. Taiki sat flopped on the couch and Yaten was seated in the chair in front of the television.

"Come on, admit it. You know you are happy they agreed to meet with us." Taiki threw Yaten an evil look before continuing. "Otherwise I might still think you are batting for the other side."

Seiya raised an eyebrow. "Huh? Yaten doesn't play baseball. What are you talking about it?" Seiya glanced at Yaten to find him blushing.

"Taiki-seems-to-think-I'm-not-interested-in-girls." Yaten rushed his words out. Glancing at Seiya he saw the amusement his friend was trying to hide.

"Oh really? Why would Yaten not be interested in a blonde bombshell named Aino-chan?" Seiya smirked playfully before rubbing salt in the wound. "If I remember correctly you could not say enough nice things before we left last time." Mimicing Yaten's voice he continued. "Oh Aino-chan I'm really gonna miss you." Needing some stress relief he continued his comedic routine. Making kiss faces in the air he pretended to suck face with said girl.

Taiki was rolling around on the couch laughing so hard he had tears coming out of his eyes. Yaten just sat shocked until with a yell he jumped up and swept Seiya's feet out from under him. Seeing Yaten tear into Seiya Taiki decided to help. Jumping into the fray they all three ended up bruised and sore. When finally Seiya called a halt to the silliness they decided they were hungry.

"Look Yaten, I was just teasing you. If you don't like Aino-chan, or any girl, that is up to you." Seiya glanced at Taiki and shook his head. "Enough Taiki let him be. Now I don't know about you two but I am hungry. Up for pizza?"

The other two nodded and Seiya grabbed the phone. Calling a local pizza place he ordered two large pizza's. Waiting for the food they began discussing their reunion tour.


Surviving through dinner mechanically Usagi did not say a word, and only picked at her food. Her parents looked on with heavy hearts knowing how badly she was suffering. They had tried to reach out to her but it proved useless. She was somewhere between denial, anger, and grief. Ikuko nearly cried to see her daughter looking so broken. She had tried to talk to Usagi but her daughter had just sobbed helplessly through the whole conversation. Now Ikuko tried once more to reach out to her daughter.

"Honey would you like to talk about it?" Ikuko was saddened to see her daughter shake her head again. "Well then why don't you go and try to rest. I'll bring you a cup of cocoa later." Usagi wandered up to her room and glanced around at all the pink and bunnies. Climbing on her bed she curled up into a little ball and cried herself to sleep.

Later when Ikuko checked on Usagi, she found her sleeping and decided not to disturb her. Setting the cup of cocoa on Usagi's nightstand she reached down and pulled Usagi's comforter over her. Smiling sadly she wished Usagi was little again; so that making everything better was as easy as a hug and a kiss.


Here is an end to Chapter 2. I hope you have enjoyed it. Please R & R and let me know what you think?