A/n: The next chapter! I made it considerably longer than the first, as people seemed to think it was a little short. As you'll see, this fic will be extremely love/hate so don't look for fluff too soon.
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"Arggghhh!" Rei grumbled and threw her hands in the air.
Her day was going from bad to worse. Her secretary, Lin, quit after being scared by Kaiba, claiming not wanting to work for her if he was coming back. At the end of the day, She misplaced her car keys in the office and spent a good half hour looking for them. The irony was they were under a pile of files that never got filed because of you-know-who. On her way home she realized she didn't have a dress appropriate for tonight's event and seeing as she had an hour to get ready, there was no time. And to top it all off, there was a power line failure and her classy pent house suite didn't have any electric and the hotel didn't have a generator.
Rei always operated under the principle of picking and choosing her battles and today, life was not giving her the option. The young girl inhaled deeply and reminded herself that her fast temper was a jeopardizing factor to her health, explicitly for her blood pressure and the fate of her hand if she decided to smash the nearest lamp.
In the dark, she weighed her options carefully. She could always call Usagi and back out, but the disappointment that would grace her friend's faces would be heart-wrenching to her. Worst of all, she would have to face Makoto and explain to her why she couldn't be at her big night when Makoto needed her most.
Rei scowled at the poor, powerless lamp in the dark. There was only one thing to do. With a heavy sigh she snatched her keys and purse and left her apartment.
"Alright kiddo, time for bed." Seto said from the doorway where his little brother watched T.V.
"But Setooo! It's the two hour season premiere! I just gotta see what happens!" Mokuba whined. He put on his best puppy face and hung his head slightly. When Seto's face visibly softened, the young Kaiba accidentally let a small smile grace his lips. 'Uh-oh.' Mokuba thought.
Seto smirked; not his normal cruel smirk, but a gentle one. "Mokuba, that stuff will make your brain rot. I'm sure there will be re-runs." Seto reassured him. "Let's go." He added quickly with a short jerk of his thumb over his shoulder.
"You'll have to catch me!" Mokuba declared and leaped off the floor.
Seto sighed. He casually walked to where Mokuba was last seen standing, hands sheathed in his pockets. Mokuba was on the other side of the couch, ready to play ring around the rosé. With one swift movement, Seto reached over the couch and had collected Mokuba in his hands, and stuffed the giggling child under his arm.
"The game is over. Time for bed." Seto said incuriously.
"Aww you're no fun!" Mokuba whined.
"So I'm told." Seto replied with a slight chuckle while opening the door to Mokuba's room.
"Don't you have some party to go to?" Mokuba asked from under his arm.
Seto grumbled. "I'd rather not. But before I go I want you in bed. It's a school day tomorrow and I want to know you're safe. Get a bath and I'll be back to check on you before I leave." He said and tossed Mokuba gently onto his bed. He quirked a smile when Mokuba bounced jovially on the plush mattress.
"Sure thing big brother." Mokuba called as Seto left the room.
When the door clicked shut, the young Kaiba whipped out a tiny T.V. and turned back to his show.
"MOKUBA TURN THAT OFF!" Seto's voice boomed down the hallway.
Mokuba let out a puff of breath that ruffled his bangs. He turned off the television and hopped off his bed and headed for the shower grumbling.
It was slightly after seven when Rei pulled into the parking lot of an uptown hotel. Rich people right and left were leaving to attend some event in extravagant gowns and many diamonds.
Rei would fit right in. NOT!
She had since changed from her office attire into dark khaki capris and a sparkly black halter top. It was a horrible clash against the predominance, whereas most people were dressed in millions of dollars. Rei had money but she always considered it below her to flaunt it so.
The raven haired beauty smirked to herself at the astounded stares she received from the men and women as she entered the hotel. Whatever the dress code was, she didn't feel like abiding to it. She strutted to the elevator and relished the operator's gawking face while fixing a stare at him with her violet orbs.
"The pent house." Rei ordered.
The man stared at her for a moment, fixed on the exotic aura this woman displayed in disparity to the normal atmosphere of the hotel.
"Now. I'm short on time." Rei ordered. Her temper was slowly rattling like a pot on a stove ready to blow off with steam.
The man nodded timidly and began his work.
Barely even bothering to wait for the elevator door to open, Rei squeezed through and continued strutting down the hallway and stopped at the only door on the level and knocked curtly.
Grumbling could be heard from the other side of the door. Rei smiled as a blonde girl threw open the door, adorning a row of dull bobby pins in her mouth like piano keys. Her hands were delicately maneuvering her hair into an intricate design, but her face lit up with mirth when she saw her caller.
"Rei-chan!" She cried pulling her into a hug. "Come in!" She urged. "It seems like forever!" She added, closing the door.
"Only a year but forever will sum it up." Rei added while she surveyed the suite.
The other girl assessed Rei's clothes. "Are you not going to the party Rei-chan? Surely Usagi-chan invited you?" The girl said, her voice sweet with concern.
"That's just the problem Minako-chan." Rei said. The young CEO yawned and stretched her arms, no longer fazed by her situation. She pushed open a pair of glass doors and inhaled the fresh air, unspoiled by the city because its altitude.
"Life is hectic now and it got hectic too fast. I never was able to get a proper dress. Demo, I don't want it to look like I'm using you or anything, but we're virtually the same size and being a singer, I figured you had dresses for such occasions." Rei said softly
Minako squealed and clapped her hands. "Rei-chan you have come to the right place. This is quite possibly the best decision you've ever made in your life. Cadet Minako is on the job!" Minako shouted with a salute.
"Oh no." Rei moaned and her posture slouched as she shook her head.
"Let's see what we have. " Minako disappeared through a door. Minako was widely known not just for her voice, but for her fashion statements as well. Rei might show up looking like Cinderella or the host of a children's show. Maybe this wasn't such a good idea.
The young girl's eyes pensively darted to the door, but any hopes of escape were foiled when Minako reappeared with her hands boxed like a camera, scrutinizing every part of Rei.
"We'll need to do something with that hair though. It's pretty as it is but it's ideal for designing too. Light blush would look pretty too." Minako thought aloud. She motioned for Rei to follow her into her closet.
The bubbly blonde was going to have fun with this.
Seto Kaiba eyed himself in the mirror as he finished his tie. These social events were always boring as hell to him, but it was requested by clients that he be there. Therefore, it was in his best interest that he attended.
He glared at his black suit, navy blue collar shirt, and a white tie. How he despised these events. It would have been easier to fulfill this requirement if he could be comfortable.
And in the worst case scenario which occurred many times, girls were swooning over him. It was irritating and of course, the cause was his looks and money. To Seto's pleasure, the only people who didn't seem to fall all over themselves in his presence, were Yugi and his cheerleaders. He'd they challenged him to be his very best , well Yugi did. Yugi was the only person he'd ever consider close to being par with his skills. The mutt Wheeler was another story. And that Tea Gardner, if she ever acted like a lovesick girl around him and even worse gave him another friendship speech, he'd consider moving to a deserted island. Yugi and his friends, and that Hino girl. God, he couldn't stand her. She was too…bitchy for her own good. Undeniably, she was very, very, slightly physically attractive, he'd surrender that thought to the public, but her temper was something he'd like to break.
Good luck Kaiba.
"AHHHH NO! You need color! Bad!" Minako screeched and waved her hands frantically from her seat on the couch.
Rei just came out of the closet in a single strapped white dress, that was clean and presentable and slightly clingy.
"Next!" Minako ordered.
Rei stamped her foot and went back into the closet.
You can dress me up in diamonds
You can dress me up in dirt
You can throw me like a line-man
I like it better when it hurts
Seto made his way down the hallway to Mokuba's room. He made a mental note quickly to confiscate any visual device in his little brother's room and to lock the rooms with T.V.s in them. Seto reached for the doorknob and slowly let himself into to the young boy's room.
Oh, I have waited here for you
I have waited
"Ehhh no. You look like little bunny foo foo." Minako turned her nose away in disgust.
Rei was now adorned in a frilly pink jumper with a skirt to match one that would be of Marilyn Monroe.
"Pink is not your color. At least not that shade. Go for a darker color." Minako said with eyes narrowing in pensive reflection . Now that she thought of it, it was a mystery to her why she even owned that dress.
You make me wanna la la
in the kitchen on the floor
I'll be a french maid
When I meet you at the door
I'm like an alley cat
Drink the milk up, I want more
You make me wanna
You make me wanna scream
Mokuba sat on the edge of his bed swinging his feet. It was custom for Seto to tuck him in at night when he was home. Some might think that Mokuba was too old at twelve years of age, but he knew it was a mutual way for them to show each other they cared. He patted his pillow gently to make sure his small T.V. was concealed when he heard the door open, and Seto stepped in.
You can meet me on an aero-plane
Or in the back of the bus
You can throw me like a boomerang
I'll come back and beat you up
Rei heaved a heavy sigh as she stepped out of the closet again. To Rei's grateful, slowly tiring arms, Minako squealed and clapped her hands. Rei eyed herself in the mirror. To be honest, she didn't think the dress would be right for her, but she was starting to like it.
It was a simple dress. Strapless and flowing to the soles of her shoes, Rei liked that it wasn't poofy. It was midnight blue in hue, with a hint of glitter and it complemented her creamy skin and violet orbs. The dress also had a slight slit to her knee over her left leg.
Rei danced around in a circle swinging her head slightly.
"Perfect" Minako breathed. "I never would have guessed dark blue is a good color for you. All we need is a few finishing touches."
Oh, I have waited here for you
Don't, keep me waiting
Mokuba was safely snuggled between his covers. Seto ruffled his hair slightly and then stealthily stuck his hand under Mokuba's pillow. He waved the miniature television in the air triumphantly.
"Nice try. I said no T.V." Seto said sternly.
"Awww! Big brother, why not?!" Mokuba whined.
"Because I said so and if is your bed time."
"You're no fun."
You make me wanna la la
in the kitchen on the floor
I'll be a french maid
When I meet you at the door
I'm like an alley cat
Drink the milk up, I want more
You make me wanna
"Almost done." Minako declared as she eyed her work. Rei's hair had been pinned up in many curls at the back of her head, and a few ringlets fell free. For a finishing touch, Minako placed a small, white lily on the downside of the design, just slightly below and behind her ear.
At first Rei thought it was a little overdone. All that really mattered to her was that her dress and eyes didn't clash.
Minako added a finishing touch with a three row diamond choker and dangling earrings to match. The cold of the jewelry made Rei shudder at it's unforgiving touch against her skin.
"It's so heavy. Ah Minako-chan, isn't it a bit much?" Rei said as she fingered it.
"Of course not! You look gorgeous Rei-chan. Besides, this is your world now. Get used to it. " Minako added.
"I highly doubt it. But what about you! You aren't even dressed yet!" Rei added, quickly making note of Minako's gauzy nightgown.
"Not for long." She replied with mirth.
I feel safe with you
I can be myself tonight
It's alright, with you
'Cause you hold, my secrets tight
You do, You do
Seto smirked as he held about five devices in his hand that could be used to watch T.V. He didn't dare leave them in his house, for Mokuba was too clever. He couldn't leave them with the maids; they usually gave into Mokuba so he would hide them himself. His cold demeanor returned as he spied his white limousine at the front gate waiting to take him.
He hoped tonight would be quick and painless.
You make me wanna la la, la la la, la la, la la la la la la la la la
You make me wanna la la, la la la la
La la la la la la la la
The two girls rushed to a white limo parked conveniently in front of the hotel. Minako gracefully gathered her silver, satin dress in her hands as the two girls scampered through the entrance. She shuddered as the cold night air engulfed her open back. With her long, blonde hair in a vertical roll, there was nothing to shield her from the merciless cold night air.
They both piled into the limo and took off.
The gallant senshi of thunder stood nervously by the door. She folded her hands in high esteem in front of her tummy and bowed in respect to Japan's human powerhouses as they walked through the door, dressed in ornaments that might very well cost half of the economy. Her face lit up with a smile when she spotted something that would bring her comfort.
"It's about time one of you arrived." She said.
"Not one, but two" A tall, black haired man said while waggling his finger.
Makoto laughed good-heartedly. Before another word was said, she embraced the man's companion in a warm hug.
"It's so good to see you again Usagi-chan." She said happily as she pulled away.
"Likewise Mako-chan." The beautiful blonde replied with equal enthusiasm.
Makoto couldn't help but smile as she eyed the young woman's taste in fashion. Even in a simple, dark green, ordinary dress, Usagi made it exquisite. It touched Makoto's heart to see Mamoru beam with pride by Usagi's side, she only hoped that she could have something like they did someday.
"Oh! Chibiusa is back. Would you like to see her? We just took these this morning." Mamoru whipped out his cell phone and motioned for Makoto to come and see.
Their smiles didn't waver when they saw Usagi and Chibiusa in a warm embrace, smiling brightly for the camera.
"Here's another one." Mamoru said as he opened another file on the tiny contraption. He nudged Makoto when the other one loaded.
The proud parents smiled warmly, and Makoto laughed loudly when a picture of Usagi and Chibiusa both sticking their tongues out at the camera after being in a tongue war, and Usagi rubbing the remnants of a protein mask on Chibiusa's face.
"You must send me these." Makoto whispered looking at her princess and goddaughter.
"Are you going to stand in the entrance all night or are you going to move along?" A monotonous voice boomed through the Kodak moment.
"Gomen nasai Kaiba. " Mamoru said with a small nod.
"Chiba." Kaiba acknowledged with a slight nod and brushed past the group.
"What a party pooper." Usagi said incredulously.
Makoto's head drooped. "He probably thinks this is just a waste of his time. Maybe this place isn't good enough." She mumbled.
Her assessment was far from the truth. The restaurant was exquisite, modeled after a veranda in Venice. The walls were golden stucco with vines and roses growing all over. Tropical plants formed kiosk monoliths throughout the room. There was a tiny stage to the back with a grand piano and various instruments placed, ready for serenading. The rich decorations gleamed in the chandeliers and reflected off the ceiling painted with the zodiac. To the back, was an astonishing garden and maze alight with aquatic lights found in fountains.
"Don't say such a thing. The place looks wonderful! And don't even think the food won't be good enough. I've eaten your cookies and pastries enough to know that. He's just a jerk." Usagi said soothingly.
"Kaiba-sama is well known for his cold attitude. You shouldn't feel singled out. No one has really been able to stand up to him or make him repent." Mamoru added.
"See! Even Mamo-kun agrees. Everything will be fine." Usagi mused as she patted Makoto on the back.
"Just empathizing as a fellow recipient of his manner. It's nothing to put yourself down over." He added.
"Well, pardon me for saying, but I hope someone gives him a real ass kicking someday." The thunder senshi bit out grudgingly as she eyed him taking a seat with another man.
"Good luck Mako-chan. We should probably move on now." Usagi said. "I'm hungry anyways." She moaned.
As they walked by, the hostess shook her head, her mood considerably lighter and feeling a lot better.
"Mr. Kaiba! Please come sit down." A handsome, brown-haired man motioned. He stuck his hand out. Kaiba shook it conservatively and took a seat.
"Mr. Subaru." He replied curtly. (A/n: Hahaha using cars!) 'This better not take long.' He thought bitterly.
"So how have you been Seto? It's been almost a year, what with holding that dueling tournament and dealing with these bizarre monster sightings, surely there is something that would be of interest to me." Subaru said, entwining his fingers under his chin.
"I didn't come here to gossip like a school girl. You mentioned a business proposition and an update for the fiscal year." Kaiba pressed.
"You're still a cold-hearted bastard. Hasn't anyone warmed you up yet?" Subaru chuckled.
"And you're still a conniving politician who has Japan on a leash. What is it that you want?" The young CEO spat icily.
The smile was wiped off Subaru's face in an instant. "If that's how you want it…" He said, and paused almost pensively. "You know our stocks are lower than usual this year. KaibaCorp and Hino Corporations haven't come out with a new duel system for a year. People are getting bored with trivial systems and places like KaibaLand. We need a new attraction. That's why, my company is endorsing KaibaCorp and Hino Corporations to develop a new prototype dueling system. You know, that state of the art pizzazz computer systems you have developed in the past. People should connect with these monsters and feel like they're part of the game. If anyone can do it, it's KaibaCorp."
The young CEO seethed with irritation. "You are aware that Mr. Hino has passed away and his daughter has taken over?"
"Oh really? I was not aware. It makes no difference really. Rei Hino is as competent as her father. She might give you a run for your money-" Subaru was cut off.
"That is enough! Keep your repulsive opinions to yourself. I will not work with Hino as long as that crazy woman is in charge of the company." Kaiba raged.
"Mr. Kaiba." Subaru said with a low tone and leaned in. "If you know what's good for KaibaCorp, you'll do this. I am tripling my endorsements to your company for this project. Your fundings will increase sixty-three percent. You wouldn't want to ruin what you've worked so hard for, am I right?"
Blue eyes narrowed dangerously and a low growl resonated in Kaiba's throat. "I see your point, but there is a small problem that hasn't occurred to you Subaru. It's the fact that, Miss Hino and I don't get along one bit and we won't work together for you." Kaiba smirked, knowing that he had backed him into a corner.
The other man paused for a moment, then smiled mockingly. "Well then, Seto, you'll be working together a lot so there is plenty of time to get past your differences. In fact, you can tell her tonight, she is right over there." He pointed to a table where a group of girls were just gathering.
Ice blue eyes fell on a woman dressed in midnight blue. They narrowed dangerously as he glared at her. For a brief moment, her eyes met his and she returned the glare with the same passion, and then returned to her friends.
"It was nice doing business with you Mr. Kaiba. Now, I think I'm ready for some champagne." Subaru said merrily and clapped his hands together.
"Jolly good." Kaiba said dryly. His eyes lingered on Rei a little longer before he turned back. He had to find a way to fix this.
Rei sat amongst her fellow Inner senshi and Mamoru, minus Makoto. The food had been delicious and those who had succumbed, were waiting for dessert. The night had been spent catching up and in pleasant conversation. Finally, the time came when Minako politely excused herself to prepare for her performance, and Usagi and Mamoru had left for the dance floor, leaving only the senshi of fire and the senshi of ice.
Although they were good friends, Rei had always considered herself and Ami to be polar opposites besides in powers. The blue-haired girl was quiet, mindful, respectful and a complete genius. Rei was anything but quiet, mindful and definitely not a genius. Her marks weren't bad but Ami was unrivaled.
Rei found herself at a loss for words towards the other girl and found the only emotion she could portray was a small smile. 'It's strange, if it had been a year ago I wouldn't have had a problem with talking to her, but now it seems I can't find any words.' Rei thought to herself.
"How….. is….. Germany, Ami?" Rei said uncertainly.
Ami had since pulled out a small pocket computer and began typing. She only briefly looked up at Rei to study the girl.
"I wouldn't know. I finished medical school in two and a half years and I've moved to France." Ami replied and turned back to her computer, silently relishing the look of pure amazement on Rei's face.
Rei would have congratulated the girl, had she not realized something very bad was going on.
"Hino." An icy voice came from behind her.
"Why are you here?" Rei aid with a sickening sweet voice. She didn't notice that her friend was watching the scene with interest and she didn't notice the few people around her beginning to due to the observation that the speaker was actually paying attention to a girl. She didn't need to turn around to figure out that Kaiba was behind her.
"We need to talk." He spoke like it was causing him pain.
"No we don't."
"We do."
"You can't order me around."
"Yes I can. This is of importance."
"Probably to your pride." Rei finally turned around and stared at him.
"Hino, don't make this worse than it already is."
"You're the only one making this worse. I'm surprised Kaiba. This is your second mistake today; the first was getting on my bad side and the second was crossing my path twice." Rei bit out venomously, throwing her own version of a sneer.
Ami glanced up from her work and cleared her throat. "Why don't you take this to the dance floor." It was more of a command than a suggestion.
"No." They said loudly in unison.
"You're making a scene." Ami hushed and went back to her work. With a wave of her hand she dismissed them. She missed Kaiba and Rei glaring at her and at each other.
Rei gasped at Ami's resolution. She angrily threw her chair back and made a raging beeline for the gardens. She almost made it, had Kaiba not caught up to her in the middle of the dance floor.
Rei glared daggers at him and protested as he placed his hands on her waist and pulled her close.
"It would be wise for you not to make a scene now unless you want the newspapers to be all over this story. Now listen." Kaiba whispered in her ear in a dangerously low tone, loathing every moment now passing with her near him.
"You bastard." Rei hissed.
"Such language is unbecoming." He retorted with a cruel smirk.
"Don't tell me what to think or say. What do you want? And make it quick." Rei commanded. Rei felt a sudden rush of uncertainty through her body, now alone and unguarded from the lacking presence of Ami. Her fierce pride allowed her to brush aside the feeling as she stamped on his foot with her heel.
Kaiba barely flinched. "Mr. Subaru has told me that our companies are to produce a new duel system. My skills are superior, but he wants both of our companies. He offered to increase fundings by sixty-three percent. Even you know that's good. The worst part is, we'd be working together, I don't work with incompetent, lazy, disrespectful people. So I'm willing to offer you another chance." He said with a smirk, pleased with her priceless reaction of a gaping mouth. "I hate second chances but given the circumstances, I think an exception is in order. I'm willing to let you get away with talking to me like you did…." He said.
By this time, Rei had recovered and raised an eyebrow as if to say 'and?'.
"All you have to do, is admit I am superior to you. If you do, I'll allow you to be in my presence in an unhostile situation. It will make this job quick and painless and we can both move on. I don't think I should have to tell you to do this because I believe it is clear that this challenge is no contest at all. Aren't you glad?" He whispered grudgingly.
Rei sized him up before concluding that he was serious. A wide grin spread across her face before she burst out laughing. Kaiba raised an eyebrow prompting her to explain.
"Have you lost it? You're crazy or just really, really stupid. Me? Apologize to you? And then bow at your superior feet like some dog coming to its master's call? I would feel honored except I did nothing wrong except not putting you in your place like I should have. " Rei chided.
Kaiba was now staring at her angrily. "I'm only making this as painless as possible. I would love nothing more then to stay as far away as possible but obviously that's just not happening. Now listen." His grip on her tightened. "KaibaCorp can support you with everything you'll ever want, financially and with power, all you have to do is admit I'm superior and we can get on with it. Is that so hard?"
Violet orbs widened and she shoved his hands off her waist. "Wait a minute, are you trying to buy me? What's worse, buy me into inflating your ego?" Rei shrieked. "I don't know who you think you are but the world doesn't work that way, at least not where I come from. This is absolutely insulting and- ARGH! Let's get this straight Kaiba, you can buy anything else, but you can't buy me!" Rei shouted.
It took Kaiba a few seconds to recover from his stunned state. It was even more surprising that Kaiba's mouth was hanging open slightly. He wasn't expecting his offer to be thrown back at him. People he'd met in the business world only wanted money and power, so wouldn't it make sense that Rei would want that too? Icy blue eyes observed owlishly, the woman in front of him.
Suddenly, he became blinded by anger. "I take back my offer. You're not good enough for my money."
That was a mistake.
Rei shoved him away like she was slapped in the face and then did just that to him, with enough force that his head snapped sideways and the room became deathly silent while the attention of everyone focused on them.
All Rei did was turn on her heels and ran for the gardens. She almost made it but a strong hand enclosed around her arm.
"You just made a huge mistake Hino. Don't ever do that again or you will be sorry. We're not finished with this conversation." Kaiba said in a silky, dangerous voice. He pulled her the rest of the way into the garden and closed the door.
"Let go of me!" Rei objected to his grasp, obviously wanting to pull away.
His grip only tightened. "You tried to make a fool out of me in there." He whispered dangerously.
"And you deserved it." Rei retorted.
"Do you remember what I told you earlier today? I will bring you down Hino." He said angrily.
"You're not doing very well. Now release me." The senshi of fire commanded. He tugged on her arm pulling her towards him. If she felt alone and unguarded before, that feeling was crushed and was replaced by a sudden stampede of panic in her mind. She was on her own with her fighting capabilities hindered by her dress, with a man a good foot taller than her that could physically send her to kingdom come. Though she doubted he would stoop that low, but he had tried to buy her earlier. For a moment Rei was slightly fearful of what he was capable of, so she did the only thing she could think of to do. She sucked in her breath and spit in his face.
The result was desirable to Rei. He cringed and released her when he made a move to clean himself up. The bold girl then used this chance to run like mad back into the party leaving the cold CEO with his mouth gaping for the second time that night.
"Hey Rei-chan! You wereabsent for most of Minako's performance." Usagi said as Rei returned to the table.
Rei's response was not of the expected.
"Death by burning." She raged with clenched fists. She dismissed the curious looks from all of her friends. "I have never met a man that was so arrogant, egotistical, big-headed, narcissistic, dogmatic, self-absorbed, chauvinistic, narrow-minded - ERGH!" She shrieked while taking in deep breaths to try and calm her nerves.
The whole table, save for Ami, quirked an eyebrow as they had missed most of the show.
"Minako-chan, we're leaving!" Rei said and pulled Minako towards the door. 'I don't want to know what happens when he gets back. I might end up strangling him.' Rei thought testily.
Ignoring the blonde girl's complaints, they left without another word.
Ah! Another chapter! This one was fairly long, but I didn't want to split it up. I hope the songfic part of it wasn't too corny or anything, since I don't really care too much for the person who sings it. (Ashlee Simpson) Review please if you want me to continue!