Hey guys, here is Chapter 3 of Miko's Grand Adventure. I really don't know where this chapter came from. I just let my muse have free reign. I hope you enjoy it, please R & R and let me know what you think.

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Jamesstutz –Thanks!

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Miko's Grand Adventure

Chapter 3 – Shop Till We Drop…

Miko and the five girls huddled together as they walked towards the Mall. Usagi had just shared an embarrassing story and everyone was laughing and then the conversation moved on. Miko slowed her pace and grabbing Usagi's hand slowly drew her behind the group a few paces.

"Usagi-chan I imagine people tease you frequently?" Miko asked her softly trying to ease in to the conversation he had planned. Usagi glanced away from Miko's probing gaze and nodded minutely.

'Ah so it does hurt her even though she puts on a happy face and teases right back.' Miko saw the pain before Usagi smiled softly.

"Miko, I know they aren't being mean, they just find it kawaii, but…" She let out a soft breath and then continued. "Sometimes people…they just don't realize how their laughter and teasing can hurt."

Miko pondered her quietly spoken words for a second before replying. "Well does anyone in particular rile you up with their teasing?" Miko tried to sound mildly curious and then added his own story. "You know I went to school with this guy and he used to tease me unmercifully but it wasn't until later that I found out he really liked me. He just never knew how to tell me and was scared to risk telling me." 'Kami forgive me for the lie but my intentions are good.'

Usagi turned towards the new girl. "Miko, really, did you two ever go out or date or anything?" Usagi glanced at Miko, curiosity rampant on her petite features.

Miko hid his grin and played his role to the fullest. Ducking his head he let a small tear fill the corner of his eye and blinked so it fell down his cheek. "No, I never did because…" Here he paused, pasting on a sad tragic look. "He uh…uh died in a car wreck. I didn't find out until someone found a letter among his things that was addressed to me."

Miko suddenly felt his arms filled with a soft body. Looking down he was surprised to see a sad looking Usagi trying to gather his large frame into a bone cracking hug.

"Miko…that is horribly sad. I am so sorry I wouldn't have asked if I knew it would cause you painful memories."

With a guilty prick his conscience spoke up. 'That was nice making things up to get sympathy? What are you doing, trying to seduce the wrong girl? Wait one second I was trying to help her understand Mamoru. Yeah with her soft body cradled in your arms, I am sure Mamoru would understand.'

Usagi watched Miko as funny looks passed over her features. "Miko…Miko…are you all right?"

Miko heard a voice distantly and glanced down to see Usagi looking up at him with worry. "You looked really funny just now." Usagi patted him on the back and then let go.

"I am fine…Usagi-chan I was just remembering some of the teasing. Thank you for offering your comfort." He hid his smile and kept walking.

'She is perfect for Mamoru…My friend you so owe me big me time!'

Usagi wandered along pondering Miko's words. 'Could it be, nah, he always looks so cold. I know there is no way he could like me.'

"Miko…there is…this guy that really riles me up and teases me but he is really cold and unfeeling and I don't think he could possibly like me." Usagi glanced down dejectedly wondering why she was even sharing this with Miko.

"Usagi…really, I bet he does"…. 'Mamoru you had better treat this one right!' "Ah you should ask him you know…don't wait until it's too late like I did…please promise me you won't wait." Miko looked so excited that Usagi couldn't help but promise.

"I will at least think about it." She smiled at Motoki's cousin thinking how lucky Motoki was to have such a nice person as a relative.

"Think about what?" Minako looked curiously at the two girls bringing up the rear of the group. She had noticed them quietly talking and seen Usagi hug the new girl but it wasn't until Miko sounded excited that she decided to find out what they were discussing.

At her words Ami, Rei and Makoto turned eyeing Usagi and Miko wondering what they had missed.

"Oh I promised to think about things that's all guys…….Nothing exciting or even interesting." Usagi prayed they believed the silly excuse. Glancing at the girls she was relieved to see that they had already turned back around believing her. Usagi smiled softly and decided to enjoy this day to its fullest.

Minako surreptitiously glanced at Miko to find the girl regarding her thoughtfully. Smiling uneasily she asked the first thing that came to mind. "What?"

"Oh" Miko colored truly embarrassed to be caught staring. "I was just…just…" 'What do I say Kami what do I say.' "Just…noticing how pretty you are." A hand clamped over his mouth as he realized his major blunder. 'I did not just say that…Kami please tell me I just did not say that…But you did.' There was that sarcastic part of his mind again chortling with glee.

Minako stood shocked speechless not knowing what to say. "Thanks…I guess." 'Could she be…nah.' Both girls glanced away in awkward silence until they both heard Usagi laughing at something Rei had said.

The whole group meandered into a clothing store and began searching for bargains. Miko remembering his earlier excuse pretended to thoughtfully look at several pieces. Finally deciding on a lilac sundress similar to the one he wore he held it up.

"Hey guys…what do you think?" He waited a moment for everyone to turn and pay attention.

"Oh that is adorable…come on." Before he could even react Minako grabbed his hand and pulled him hurriedly towards the back of the store. Arriving at the dressing room she gently pushed him towards one of the curtained off areas.

'Wait, wait I can't risk this?' Blushing madly he did not know what to do. Staring horrified at the little room he tried to find a way out of it. "Minako-chan…I uh…I can't…uh…go in there." He was still staring when she spoke.

"And why not, you have to make sure the dress fits you don't you? Come on I'll help its no big deal we are both girls after all." Minako smiled at her waiting for her agreement.

Hearing her offer of help, he blanched. 'Kami…what am I going to do now.' "It'll fit…I am sure of it…I just can't go in there…in there with you." Miko watched stupidly as pain flashed on her face.

Feeling guilty for causing it he jumped into action. "Look it's not you." He leaned in close to Minako and whispered. "I have…a…a…deformity…and…and I am extremely shy of people seeing it." He watched as she digested this.

"Where is it, I don't see anything wrong with you." She gazed at him raking him from head to toe with curiosity.

"It's…its well," blushing he glanced down at himself. "It's in my nether regions." Miko mumbled the last part quietly.

"Oh…well…but wouldn't your underwear cover it?" Minako watched Miko curiously.

"Well yeah…but…but…I can't wear underwear." He blurted out the lame excuse praying she didn't ask anymore questions.

"Oh…" The incredulous look on Minako's face would have been funny if the situation weren't so odd.

"So that is the reason I can't go in there with you. I am sorry I was not trying to make you feel bad." Miko had leaned in close to whisper and Minako's eyes widened.

'Kami…is she going to kiss me? Nah just overly friendly I guess.' Minako took a small step back and that is when Miko realized his mistake.

'Shimatta…what was I thinking…' Smacking his forehead he continued mentally berating himself. 'She probably thinks I am some sort of strange person. How could I forget I was dressed up as a girl?'

Minako watched the play of emotions on the strange girls face. 'What is so familiar about her…and why was she about to kiss me?' She studied the girl closely while lost in thought.

'She is kind of kawaii in a strong way. Look at those biceps…I know men that would kill for them…and her shoulders appear strong too….and that tiny waist. Wow what a girl wouldn't do for a figure like that. Wait a minute!' She glanced more closely at the tall girl before her. 'Kami the wide shoulders…why didn't I see this before…ah…an Adams apple, Kami.' She glanced down at Miko's feet and let her gaze wander all the way up to her face.

'Motoki,' Her jaw fell open but she quickly closed it as she had a thought. 'Fool us will you…just you wait….revenge is swift from the mighty Sailor Venus.'

She smiled at Miko and stepped closer. "Miko…you know you are very beautiful." Minako picked up her hand and stroked her fingers over it. "Miko I really like big beautiful women." She was nearly purring as Miko's eyes widened in shock.

"Uh Minako-chan are you feeling all right?" Miko swallowed past the lump in his throat. 'What is going on? She is acting really strange all of a sudden.'

"Miko," Minako purposefully set her arm up around Miko's shoulders and pulled her close. "I think there are things we need to talk about…" She moved close enough to kiss the girl but held off.

'Torturing Motoki is certainly fun.' She watched his eyes dilate with fear as she snuggled against what appeared to be another girl.

"Miko Can I tell you something?" Miko only nodded. "I've always felt an attraction to big masculine girls…" She set her lips against his. "…named Motoki!"

Here is an end to Chapter 3. Sorry about the cliffhanger but I just couldn't help myself…Please forgive me this time and review…..PLEASE?