Hey Everyone! Welcome back! So it's Tuesday and I am feeling like today is a good a day as any to put out the next chapter! I got good feedback on the last chapter dealing with the Seiya situation so thanks for everyone who reviewed. I need to make this damn story more interesting so that's what I am going to incorporate in this chapter. Enjoy!
Disclaimer: Don't own, don't sue.
xXx No Angel xXx –ElysianJude
Smooth, shapely legs walked briskly into the building complex of Dark Moon Enterprises. After a quick glance to the directory, the svelte woman walked quickly into the elevator. She straightened her hair and smoothed out her skirt before exiting the elevator and walking to the receptionist. The name plate read Ms. Esmeraude. The young receptionist had her green hair pulled away from her face and her brown eyes looked up at the woman who walked towards her.
"May I help you?"
"I have a meeting with Demando this morning".
Esmeraude gave a smile and placed her manicured finger on her appointment list. "Here you are, let me just make sure that he is ready for you. One moment". She picked up the phone and dialed into Demando's office. After a quick explanation, Esmeraude replaced the phone on the cradle and looked back to the woman. "You can go right in, he is ready for you". With a smile, the woman walked quickly into Demando's office and shut the door. Esmeraude drew a line across the woman's name and started to doodle tiny "x" symbols across it as well. 'She's lucky she is so in love with that Mamoru Chiba or I would have a problem with her dressing that way and talking to my Demando.
Demando waited until the woman sat down before he pulled out the folder labeled "Albeo Bipennis". He opened the file and looked up at the woman seated across from him. "How are you this morning?"
"Oh cut the crap Demando! Enough with the pleasantries, what did you find out about the little wench!"
Demando gave a soft, low chuckle and got out of his chair to walk to the bar in his office. He turned to the woman and gave her a drink and started to explain what he found.
"Her full name is Usagi Serenity Fanel which was changed after her adoption to Tsukino. Her parents are both dead and she was an only child. She went to school here in Japan and is fluent in English. She decided to go to New York University and has since graduated with a BS in Marketing. She now works for Chiba, Inc."
"That's all you found Demando? Nothing interesting? What did you call me in here for? You could have told me this over the phone!"
"Relax, there's more. Ms. Tsukino, her mother, grandmother, great grandmother and so on were all Albeo Bipennis's."
"What the fuck does that mean?"
"It's latin for 'white wings'."
"Could you be a little bit more vague Demando?"
"Albeo Bipennis is a race that existed many years ago. This race is unique in many ways, one being that they have disease's that only affect their people. Another is the fact that they have wings." Demando looked towards the woman to see her reaction. The shock in her face and the trembling in her hands made him laugh as he sat back in his chair.
"Wings? I don't understand. Are you telling me, that little bitch has wings?"
"Yes, she has wings".
"Are there any more like her?"
"No, she is the sole survivor as it were. I all ready know of her race and found that shie is the only one left. The rest of her race was killed off. However, she can have children with wings. She just needs to mate with a man that carries a distinct DNA strand that is compatible with her."
"I can't believe this. What would happen if she was exposed?"
"Well, that wouldn't bode well for her. She would most likely be taken into custody by the authorities and studied. I found many scientists who are dying to find a member of her race to study. She would most likely be killed." Demando polished off his drink and was suddenly thirsty for another. The woman was beautiful and he did not want her to be killed for who she was.
"I don't want her killed; I just want her to stay away from Mamoru". A smile spread across her face and she looked back to Demando. "Thank you for researching this Demando but I must be going".
"What are you going to do? You can't expose her. I won't allow it!"
"I haven't decided yet what I will do but I do believe that the ball is in my court". She sauntered out of his office and gave a small wave to Esmeraude.
Demando quickly walked to his bar and poured another drink. Esmeraude walked into his office and threaded her arm with his.
"Demando, are you ok?"
"I'm fine Esmeraude, but I worry about this Usagi Tsukino. She won't be fine after Beryl gets through with her."
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Usagi looked around the hotel room at her friends. Ami and Rei were getting their make up done while Mako and Mina were getting their hair done. Usagi was the first to get her make and hair done so she sat by the window and watched her friends. She was so happy that today was the big day for Mina. The stylist was weaving small flowers into Mina's hair that made her look like a princess. Ami, Rei, Mako and Usagi had their hair down as well with a halo of flowers that they would wear. All the bridesmaids were wearing their dresses and waited for Mina to finish so they could all help her put on her dress. Usagi had snuck a peak at her dress. The dress was breathtaking. It was a strapless, white dress with a beautiful flower design over the bodice and down the dress.
"Mina, hurry with your hair, I want to see you with that dress on!"
"Okay, okay, I think I'm done now. C'mon girls, let's get me in this thing".
With an uproar of giggles, the girls all ran into the bedroom to help Mina with her dress. Once it was on, the girls stood back to watch Mina strut around the room pretending she was Miss America.
"Oh Mina, you look beautiful!"
"Thanks Ami! I'm so excited and I'm not nervous at all! Thank you for helping everyone!"
The girls joined in a group hug. There was a soft knock on the door and the girls turned when the hair stylist poked his head in to say it was time. A couple more giggles and the girls composed themselves and walked down to the lobby. The girls lined up with their partners, Ami with Zoisite, Mako with Nephrite, Rei with Jadeite then Usagi and Mina behind her with her father.
Usagi leaned to the right so she could see inside the glamorous ball room that the wedding was being held in. She could see Malachite standing at the front but she couldn't see Mamoru. 'I bet he is looking great in his tux, bastard!' She turned away when the music started. Before it was her turn to walk, Usagi turned around and gave Mina a quick thumbs up. 'This is great! I feel like a princess and I'm sure I look like one'. Usagi walked the front and turned to look at Mina walk down. She looked so beautiful that tears started to well up in her eyes that she quickly tried to blink away. She turned away from Mina to grab her handkerchief and saw Mamoru next to Malachite. 'Sweet mother of God he looks fantastic!' He was wearing a black tux with a white shirt and black bow tie. His hair was brushed back but it still looked a little tussled. Usagi tried to look away but she couldn't take her eyes of him.
Mamoru looked at Mina as she walked down the aisle with her father. She looked very beautiful and he could hear Malachite's quick intake of breath when she first walked out. Mamoru shifted his weight and stood up straight when Mina got closer. He had the feeling he was being watched and turned to look at the bridesmaids. Usagi was standing in front of them in the line and she was looking right at him. His breath caught at the sight of her and a smile spread across his face. 'She looks amazing in that dress.' They still hadn't resolved anything dealing with their relationship but he was buoyed when she smiled back at him. Mina reached the front of the ballroom and linked her arms with Malachite's.
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Usagi walked into the reception area looking for her date. There were so many people there it was hard to get around. Apparently Malachite invited most of his colleagues from work and many of Mina's volleyball friends were there also. Usagi spotted Seiya near the refreshments and quickly walked up next to him. He turned to her and quickly gave her a smile.
"You look great babe! It was a nice wedding."
"Thanks Seiya. Yea it was beautiful. Let's sit down because there about to start all the speeches and you know they get a little boring. Usagi pulled Seiya so that they were both sitting at the head table. Everyone was seated and Usagi looked towards Mamoru to see if he had brought anyone. He seemed to be alone and Usagi felt guilty immediately. She couldn't dwell on it long before all the speeches praising Malachite and Mina started.
'That fucker has his hand on her back. I see after what happened she still planned on bringing the little creep'. Mamoru focused on his drink and looked away from Usagi. He all ready said his speech and just wanted the whole evening to end. He was getting in a foul mood watching Usagi and Seiya together. Once the food came he only picked at it but still stole a couple glances to see what Usagi was doing.
"Isn't this food great Seiya! I love weddings!"
"The food is all right. Hey, you know that loser stalker of yours keeps on looking over at us. Should I flick him off?" Seiya moved to put his finger up but not before Usagi quickly slapped his hand away with a giggle.
"Oh Seiya, grow up! He's not a stalker and don't be mean to him, he's here by himself. Let's act like adults. Whoa, look at that dress that lady's got on…" Seiya and Usagi quickly started to look around the room to examine outfits, there favorite pastime.
'Now there giggling together like kids! Damnit! I have to get out of here.' Mamoru moved to get up when he was pulled back down by Rei.
"Where are you going? Mina and Mal are about to do their first dance".
"I just wanted some air".
"Oh Mamoru, don't act like I don't know what's going on. You keep on looking over at Usagi and Seiya with hatred. They are just friends! There is nothing going on! He has a girlfriend for crying out loud!"
"A girlfriend? Are they serious?"
"According to Usagi they are. Just relax, your about to dance with her anyway". As if on cue, Mina and Malachite started their dance. Once the song ended the next came on and Mina quickly waved her friends over. The couples rose and Mamoru grabbed his wine glass. He didn't notice that Usagi was standing next to him until he finished his glass.
"Are we going to dance or are you planning on getting trashed before 10."
Mamoru looked up at her and quickly stood. She intertwined her fingers with his and walked him out on the dance floor. Rei gave them a wink as Mamoru placed his hands on Usagi's hips. She wrapped her hands around his neck and smiled up at him. Neither spoke as they danced but looked into each other's eyes. Usagi was the first to look away as a blush crept onto her face. 'Everything feels right when were together.' She placed her head on his chest and closed her eyes.
Rei and Jadeite danced over to Mina and Malachite. Rei tapped her friend on the shoulder and bent to whisper in her ear. "Mina, have the DJ put on like 2 more slow songs so Usagi and Mamoru can dance more." Mina nodded with a wink and walked to the DJ.
Mamoru felt content holding Usagi in his arms while they danced. 'This feels so right' he thought and tightened his hold on her. Usagi pulled her head up and looked back at Mamoru.
"Maybe we should just start over".
Mamoru looked down at her with confusion written on his face. "What do you mean?"
"I think our problem was that we were going to fast. Maybe we should just slow down and start anew". She smiled up at him and was rewarded with a smile in return.
"Good idea. Why don't I cook you dinner tomorrow at my apartment. Just dinner."
Usagi chewed on the idea and thought about her options. 'Okay, you can go to dinner and just end up sleeping with him. Or you can keep your hands to yourself and really have dinner. Be strong girl!' "Okay, dinner it is." The music became more upbeat and the pair stopped dancing. Malachite walked up to Mamoru and signaled for him to follow.
"I'll be back Usagi. Me and the guys are going to chat."
"Oh bull shit Mamoru; you guys are going to smoke those nasty cigars! I'm no dummy." She smiled at him and turned to find Mina and the girls.
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"I don't think you should get involved Demando, let this girl handle this situation by herself".
"Esmeraude, I can't. I won't be able to stand it if someone gets hurt because of me. She does not deserve to be exposed and killed which is what is going to happen."
"You're right. Why did you tell Beryl about her then?"
"I didn't think that Beryl was so vindictive that she would want to hurt an innocent girl. I have to warn her".
Demando, Esmeraude and Demando's brother Safiru were sitting in Demando's office trying to help a girl they barely knew. Beryl had called to say that she was going to expose the girl and have Mamoru call the authorities on her. Safiru rose out of his chair with determination on his face.
"I'll go. You shouldn't be getting involved in this brother, it could hurt the company. I'll just tell her to be watchful and to leave Mamoru Chiba alone. According to Beryl, they are at the wedding so I will go there right now and warn her."
"This isn't right. Beryl should be the one who leaves him alone, not this girl who isn't vindictive and ruthless".
"This is the only way she can be safe Esmeraude. We must warn her".
Safiru left the room as Esmeraude gave Demando a look of worry.
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Safiru walked into the reception hall of the hotel and pulled a waiter aside. He told him to tell Usagi someone needed to speak to her and to walk to the lobby. The waiter walked into the reception area and Safiru leaned against the fountain in the middle of the lobby. He looked up when he saw a beautiful girl with blonde hair walk out. She looked around with a look of confusion on her face and placed her hands on her hips. Safiru walked towards her and she locked eyes with him.
"You're Usagi Tsukino?"
Usagi looked at the handsome man in front of her and smiled. "That's me, you needed to speak with me?"
"Yes I did. I have something to tell you, but in private."
"Um, ok, let's go outside". The two walked through the lobby and out the front doors. Once there, Safiru lead Usagi to a small bench on the side of the hotel.
"Ms. Tsukino, I came here to warn you about someone".
"Warn me? About who?"
Safiru took a deep breath and looked into Usagi's eyes. She still held a small smile on her face. "I work for Dark Moon Enterprises, my brother is the President. Our company deals with antiques and we research on lost civilizations. Our company has flourished because we deal with trade among other company's. The reason I am telling you this is not because of the trade that we do but the research on lost civilizations."
Usagi looked back at the man with a look of confusion. 'This is what he wanted to talk to me about? His company that deal with old fossils and history?' "What does that have to do with me, Mr…."
"I'm sorry, my name is Safiru Rathbourne."
"Mr. Rathbourne, I'm just confused about what your company has to do with me."
"Well, I am getting to that. We recently made a discovery of a surviving member of a lost race that we thought had since died out. I think it would interest you to know that we know all about Albeo Bipennis, your race."
Usagi turned away and clasped her hands togther. 'Oh my god, he knows! He knows about me. His whole company probably knows!' Usagi felt her nails digging in her hands but didn't care about the pain. 'What am I going to do?'
Safiru saw the look of fear in her eyes. He grabbed her hands and turned her head towards him. "Ms. Tsukino, I am not here to expose you. I only come to warn you that Ms. Beryl Ito has discovered this information about you as well. To be honest, we are the ones who gave her the information but we did not know she would try to use it against you. You need to watch out for her and I strongly recommend that you stay away from Mamoru Chiba."
Usagi gasped and pulled her hands away from his. 'Why was this happening? Stay away from Mamoru? Of course that stupid bitch would blackmail me like this.' Usagi quickly became angry and stood up.
Safiru sighed to himself and rose himself. "Ms. Tsukino, I'm sorry that this happened, but I can assure you that Dark Moon and myself will not expose you. I highly suggest that you keep a distance from Mr. Chiba because Beryl will only make trouble for you. I'm sorry." Safiru gave her shoulder a soft squeeze and walked to his car.
Usagi wrapped her arms around herself and looked up at the moon. 'What am I going to do? Let her run my life? Maybe I should just tell Mamoru'. Usagi shook her head and started to walk back into the hotel. 'I can't tell him, I'm not even sure if he is the one for me.' She stopped outside of the hotel as tears started to course down her cheeks. She turned from the hotel and walked down the steps. She walked to the parking lot and stood in the shadows. She placed her hands over her eyes and cried to herself.
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Is Usagi going to stay away from Mamoru? Is Beryl going to expose her? Wait and see!
Yea next chapter! Kind of sad but that's what I meant when I said I wanted to make it interesting. I will probably get bored at work and get the next chapter out before the end of the week so stay tuned. Please review! Thanks for reading!
Just a quick note: I decided to make Demando and Esmeraude a couple because it makes things easier and I don't see why she can't have someone. She is still protective of him but not to a crazy extreme like in the anime. Lastly, I won't make Demando have any romantic interest in Usagi because it doesn't help the story. If you have any questions, shot them my way!