Hello Minna, Here is Chapter 7 of Makenai. I hope you enjoy it. Please R & R and let me know what you think.

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Makenai

Chapter 7

Taiki saw Minako leave and then caught Yaten waving at him. He pointed towards Minako's disappearing form. With a small nod, Taiki let him go. His attention tried to get back to the movie but a soft hand resting in his would not allow it. He smoothed his thumb over the back of her hand enjoying the feel of silken skin. Her perfume wafted about him and it was driving him to distraction.

He tried hard to ignore all the thoughts running through his head and focus on the movie but his mind would not shut up. 'Come on at least put your arm around her. You know you want to, so just do it.' He glanced at Ami to see her absorbed in the movie.

Disentangling his hand, he used the oldest trick in the book. He put both of his arms up in a stretch and then ever so slowly set the left one along the back of her seat. She glanced at him and smiled so he relaxed just a bit. His hand landed on the softness of her sweater and he gently feathered his fingers over the material.

'What color was it again?' He glanced quickly and took note. 'Yeah that's right a nice shade of violet. Wow she looks fantastic tonight.' He sat idly watching her rather than the movie. Taiki liked how delicate she seemed even though he had seen her in battle and knew better.

When she unconscientiously scooted closer to him during a dark scene, Taiki smiled. After a few minutes, he was shocked to find her clinging to him her head buried in his neck due to a graphic gruesome scene.

All of a sudden realizing her position, she glanced up at him. The light from the screen caught her eyes and turned them into dark emeralds. Suddenly forgetting everything around them Taiki let himself drown in their depths for a moment.

He took advantage of the situation and leaned in capturing her lips in a gentle kiss. Her lips were warm and soft gently brushing his. His hand wandered to the back of her neck and played in her hair before softly tipping her head back. He deepened the kiss just a bit not wanting to frighten her. When they finally broke apart, both of their hearts were thundering and they were gasping for breath.

Ami glanced around to see if anyone had noticed. Both Rei and Makoto were staring with their mouths slack. Makoto recovering first gave her a thumb up and winked. Rei just sat smiling, happy for her friend.


Minako sat for a moment watching as Yaten hurried away. Her hand wandered up to her mouth in disbelief; he had kissed her and admitted he was scared of how he felt about her. The swing had come to a complete stop, and she checked her watch.

She realized the movie would have ended and the girls would be heading for the Temple; standing she decided to head that direction. She pondered talking to her friends but at the same time, Minako did not know if it was some thing she was ready to share.

She arrived at the Temple to find the girls just returning from the movie. They took one look at Minako and knew something was different. Her eyes were sparkling and she looked like she carried a happy secret.

"Hey guys. How was the movie?" Minako glanced at her friends with a smile. Ami was blushing furiously and Rei and Makoto were laughing. Minako looked back and forth between Ami and the other two.

"Well, what happened?" Tapping her foot impatiently, she waited for someone to explain what was funny.

"Eto...you see um...Taiki-kun-kissed-me!" Rushing her words together, Ami seemed to blush even more. Realizing exactly what Ami had said Minako found herself blushing trying to hide it she ducked her head and chuckled.

Always the observant one Rei immediately noticed Minako's odd reaction. "So what did you do when you left the movie?" Rei watched Minako surreptitiously for a reaction.

Minako's heart sped up. 'What do I say? What do I say?' "I uh went to the park and sat in a swing for awhile." Trying to look nonchalant Minako looked down smoothing her skirt with sweaty hands. Rei could tell she was not telling them everything but decided to let Minako share what she wanted.

"Well let's go in. What do you guys think of having a slumber party?" Rei thought it would be fun to have the girls spend the night.

"What about Usagi?" Minako asked not knowing about everything that had happened. She glanced at the girls curiously.

"Let's go call and invite her and call our moms." Ami suggested thrilled. The girls seemed to like the idea and they hurried into the temple. "I'll call and see about Usagi." Ami hurried to the phone and dialed. 5 - 5 - 5 - 4 -1 - 9 - 6 She waited breathlessly for someone to answer.

"Moshi-moshi?" Yaten's voice sounded slightly surprised as he answered the phone.

This is Mizuno-Chan; may I speak to Usagi-Chan? Ami hoped Usagi would want to come.

"Uh well I would love to let you speak with her but um she left in a hurry and Seiya and I do not know where she was heading." Yaten sounded concerned as he continued. "She has Seiya kind of worried and he has already gone to look for her."

"Okay I'll let the girls know and we will go look for her too, bye." She hung up the phone worriedly and turned towards the girls.

"Guys we have a problem." Ami looked troubled and her tone caught everyone's attention immediately before she continued. "Usagi left their apartment and Seiya is out looking for her. Yaten sounded really concerned."

The girls looked surprised by her news. "What do you mean Usagi was at their place?" Rei was always the first one to ask questions.

"Well Taiki-san called earlier and Seiya and Haruka got into a fight and Seiya got hurt; so Usagi was taking care of Seiya and then she left rather upset."

Makoto looked shocked by this news. "Wait a minute, why would Haruka fight with Seiya? She knows how much Usagi likes Seiya." Shaking her head Makoto looked confused. Glancing at everyone, she noticed how pale Rei had become.

"Um...Well..." 'Kami-sama what have I done?' "You see Usagi was here earlier today, and she had been crying. When I asked her if she was all right she did not know." Ducking her head, they could see guilt eating at her. "I called Haruka because I thought maybe Seiya had made her cry." This last statement came out on a whisper as tears began running down her face.

Makoto immediately hugged the shorter girl trying to offer comfort. "It's all right, I am sure Usagi is fine. She probably headed home or something. I am sure we will find her in no time."


Usagi hurried up the street peeking behind her every so often, because she was afraid Seiya would try to follow her. She needed to be alone for a while because everything was overwhelming her. Not knowing where to go she decided to head to the one place she had not gone back to yet.

She was amazed as she approached the destroyed building. People had brought flowers and stuffed animals as a kind of a memorial for Mamoru's tragic sacrifice. Dropping to her knees near where his body had lain she picked up a small brown bear someone had left. Hugging it close to her for some kind of comfort Usagi let everything go.

The tears felt hot on her face as they ran down her cheeks. Confusion was her only companion as she watched the sunset. Changing positions, she leaned against a big piece of stone letting her mind wander.

She remembered every moment spent with Mamoru and she remembered every moment spent with Seiya.

Hours passed by and Usagi sat motionless lost in memories. Her eyes finally drooped close and she dozed fitfully the bear still clutched in her arms. She was still in that position when the whole group finally found her.


The girls caught up with Seiya at the arcade. Rei was quite apologetic after seeing his face. They were all growing more concerned as time passed. Motoki had not seen Usagi either and the arcade was one of her favorite places. Rei called Haruka and Michiru to see if Usagi had shown up. They had not seen or heard from her.

The girls were surprised when moments later Haruka and Michiru arrived to help look. Haruka did not look so hot either and they all glanced at Seiya with questions. Haruka was still glaring at Seiya and trying to be intimidating but it was useless.

Focused on finding Usagi, Seiya ignored Haruka completely and instead looked to the girls for ideas. He had tried all of the places he knew Usagi might visit.

"Where else would she go?" Seiya seemed frustrated and worried as he asked the girls. They all stood thinking for a moment until a voice spoke up.

"What about the school?" Ami asked the question quietly as all eyes turned towards her in surprise. She looked uncomfortable with all the attention garnered on her but knew how important finding their friend and princess was.

Rei smacked her own forehead. "Of course, why didn't I see it sooner? She was at his grave earlier." She led the group with Seiya on her heels towards the destroyed building. The sight that met their eyes when they arrived was heart breaking.

Usagi was sitting leaned against a piece of the fallen roof with a teddy bear clutched in her arms asleep. Sadness permeated her presence and they could see that she had been crying. Approaching quietly Seiya strode over and bent down softly, grasping her under the knees and behind her shoulders he gently gathered her up like a sleeping child.

Haruka stood next to him glaring and popping her knuckles. She looked on with an angry stance ready to attack if necessary.

Feeling movement Usagi's eyes blearily opened. "Seiya" With a small sigh she snuggled into his warmth and went right back to sleep; her arm crept up and she tangled her fingers into his shirt. Haruka's eyes widened in shock as she realized that Usagi trusted him completely and that turned her world upside down.

'That doesn't mean I have to apologize! I will not do that because he had it coming; just for being so damn cocky.' Her glare softened but just a little bit.

Michiru stood watching the emotions play over her lovers face. She was thrilled when she realized that Haruka was finally able to accept Seiya into the group. Oh, she knew Haruka would bluster and still give him crap just not with such a harsh intent.

She walked up and settled her arms around Haruka. "Koibito," she hugged the taller woman and laid a kiss on her cheek. "I love you." Haruka looked at her in surprise and smiled.

Now that the excitement was over everyone decided to head back to where he or she had been. As the two lovers departed, Haruka could not help but give a final warning.

"Take care of her or else!" Her voice sounded gruff even to her own ears but that seemed to be a good thing. Seiya glanced at her with shock but had the courtesy to nod in acknowledgment of her statement.

When Haruka turned away to follow Michiru Seiya could not help but smile; realizing that he had just cleared one giant hurdle. Oh, he knew Haruka would not really ever be nice but he also knew that she would let him be from here on out.

With the girls, all clustered around he tried to decide what would be best for Usagi. 'Should I take her to the Temple with the girls, or should I take her back to our place. Rei spoke up taking the decision out of his hands.

"I think you two should talk when she wakes up. Why don't you take her to your place and let her sleep until she wakes up." Rei smiled softly at Usagi finally seeing that maybe Seiya could be good for her.

"I think you are right." Seiya nodded as he spoke and smiled at Rei. "I will take good care of her." He added the comment as an afterthought but knew it was the right thing to say.


Here is an end to Chapter 7. I hope you have enjoyed it. Please R & R and let me know what you think?