Disclaimer: If you ask me, I think Takeuchi Naoko-sensei, Toei, Bandai, Kodansha owe fanfic writers and artists millions in free marketing service. Oh, the ugliness of large corporations and bureaucratic equality that still leaves fanfic writers everywhere in fear of getting sued almost a decade after the show has ended.
Perfection vs. Competitiveness
Redemption
Round 2: Calming the Seas
Early March, one of the most scenic and peaceful times of the year. The sakura, had been spectacular this year, blooming almost a full month early. The storm at the Outers mansion had calmed too as Haruka and Michiru returned from the Tenoh estate just a couple weeks before. But of course, there is never a dull moment in the heroines' lives.
"Moshi moshi?" a serene voice spoke into the receiver. "Speaking. Okasama? Ohisashiburi. Hai. Hai. I see. Hai. Of course. Alright."
Click.
"Who was that?" the athletic figure emerged from the shower wigged with a towel.
"My mother," Michiru answered as if it wasn't anything out of the ordinary.
"Your mother?"
"Haruka, I have a mother too, you know," Michiru said sarcastically, "don't look so shocked."
Haruka snickered at Michiru's shortness. "And you were giving me crap a while ago about not seeing my family often enough. So when was the last time you've seen them?"
"Oh, it's been a while," Michiru answered honestly. "Though it's no fault of my own. My parents have been busy and preoccupied with their princess."
"Aren't you an only child like me?" Haruka asked, surprised.
To be continued...
