The Object of Her Affection

Hi minna! This is my first fic so please be nice!

Dialogue Key: You should get it now.

Chapter Ten: Still Human, Discovering the Demon

Present

"Sera, calm down, okay? It's over," the Prince pleaded. The demonic figure of Jupiter ignored him. Daisuke became agitated. His eyes turned red like hers. She sighed as she closed her eyes. She opened them only for everyone to see emerald replacing red. Her eyes immediately closed again, and she fainted.

The Prince rushed towards her and caught her. He put her on his back. "I'll explain at her place," he said as he walked away.

At Makoto's Apartment

Makoto was placed on her bed. "Don't give in," he whispered to her sleeping form. Leo, Akari, Luna, and Artemis all went to Makoto's room. "Did it happen?" Luna asked. Daisuke turned to her and nodded. Then, there was a knock on the door. Luna and Akari reverted to their human form. "Luna, get the door. I'll take care of Mako," Akari commanded. Luna nodded. Leo, Artemis, and Daisuke took one last look at Makoto before leaving to the living room. Everyone took their seats from earlier. "So what just happened?" Rei asked finally. "It," Leo answered.

"More specific," Mamoru snorted. "Makoto got pissed," Luna stated as she reverted back into a cat. "We got that much," Haruka answered. "A death," Artemis said. "Answer the question please," Atsuko said with irritation. "Where would I start?" Daisuke sighed, running his fingers through his hair. "Try the beginning," Mamoru quipped. Daisuke glared at him but this time it was different. His eyes were red again.

"In the Silver Millennium, we were given 'a blessing' at birth. We inhabited demon spirits so we could be protected. Their names: Ares and Sera. Not only that but their blood runs through our veins which means we are part demon. As we grew older, we realized what kind of power we had. Enough to destroy planets.

"The only way we can unleash the demons are when we freely call upon them or when we get angry. When I was 16, I started realizing who I really was. Then I remembered about the demon spirit. Ares just came out but didn't do anything," Daisuke explained. "But I was forced to show him I was worthy of being protected."

"So…what happened tonight was…only a fraction of what can happen?" Ami asked with fear. Daisuke nodded. "Only a fraction."

"But why didn't Ares do anything?" Usagi asked. "I didn't bring him out with anger," Daisuke stated simply. "Besides, I'm guessing Sera thinks she is being neglected since Mako became a Senshi. She probably felt Ares being released and was angry at the fact that she wasn't."

Minako decide to interject. "Is it true what Sera said?" she asked quietly. "No, it's not. Makoto still has her free will. Sera just wants you to distrust her so she'll feel alone and she can freely use Makoto's body," Daisuke explained. "You know, as revenge. However..."

Everyone looked at Daisuke with anxiety. "Because the demons are now released, we can't step on holy ground which means…"

"You can't go to the jinja," Rei stated.

Daisuke nodded. "Can we see how Mako-chan's doing?" Hotaru asked. Daisuke nodded again. Everyone stood and filed to Makoto's room except Atsuko.

"So you're telling me…that you're…part demon?" she asked with hurt. "And you never told me?" Daisuke's jaw dropped. "What! It's not something you can just tell to the whole world! We weren't even supposed to tell anyone!" he exclaimed.

Atsuko could see how hurt Daisuke was by look at his red eyes. "Gomen ne, Dai, but this is just so shocking to find out," she replied quietly. Daisuke's eyes reverted back to their original color and embraced her.

Meanwhile, the girls and Mamoru looked at the sleeping Makoto. Minako couldn't help letting the tears streak down her cheeks. Hotaru hugged her tightly as she cried silently. Haruka held Michiru as she watched Makoto. Seeing the strong and brave Makoto in a defenseless and weak state made everyone want to cry. Usagi held on to Rei as she cried on her shoulder. Rei rested her chin on her head as tears fell from her eyes. Setsuna held Ami close as she cried.

Mamoru, however, didn't cry. He simply looked at her, wondering why there was no way to prevent this from happening to Makoto.

Dream

It was dark. Makoto looked at her surroundings, but there was nothing that could be seen. "Makoto," said a masculine voice behind her. She turned around to find a man in green and black armor. "My daughter's all grown up," he said as he held his arms out. Makoto looked at him blankly for a few seconds. "Father?" she asked.

"The one and only," he smiled. Makoto ran up to him and embraced him. "How I've been longing to see you, my darling," he whispered with joy. "I know what you mean…so, father, why am I here?" she asked. The king laughed. "Always straight to the point, huh? Well, I need you to remember what happened the day you were born through my eyes," he said as he placed his hand to her forehead.

Little Makoto was placed on a ceremonial table with a symbol around her naval. She was crying like any newborn would. The Jovian king smiled down at his newborn daughter, his very first child. Right next to him stood a demon, who gave baby Makoto a half smile. "Do you, Sera, demon of destruction, promise that you will protect Makoto in her times of need?"

"I swear," Sera swore.

"Do you promise to protect the ones she loves?"

"I swear." Sera held her arm out. The king took out a pocket knife and created a deep gash in her arm. Blood quickly dripped into Makoto's mouth, which she had to swallow. Drinking such a thick liquid just after she was born made the girl cry harder. Then, the king did a series of hand signs. The demon disappeared. Makoto began crying harder in pain for a few seconds but soon stopped crying altogether.

Then, another voice screeched as loud as it could. That voice just happened to belong to the king's second child.

The king removed his hand. "So, you're telling me that I'm part demon?" Makoto asked. The king nodded. "And now you must show Sera that you are worthy of protecting. You will only wake up if you win."

Sera appeared in front of her. "This is just a sword match. No powers, please and good luck." The king disappeared and Sera materialized a sword as did Makoto.

Without a word, they began.

10:45

Everyone started taking turns watching Makoto's conditions. It was Minako's turn. She lay beside Makoto as she held her hand. Daisuke's words were running through her mind. 'We are part demon.'

"I don't care if you were a demon altogether, my love. I will love you now and forever." Just then Minako noticed that cuts were rapidly covering her body. Her shirt gained cuts everywhere.

Minako wanted to call everyone but couldn't. Then a large gash appeared on her right arm. Minako just couldn't find her voice. Then Makoto woke up. She gasped for air as if she had died and come back from the dead. Minako stared at her in shock. The brunette stared at her surroundings to figure out where she was. When her eyes found Minako, she smiled.

"Hey, what's with the look?" she asked, not completely understanding the gravity of the situation. Minako didn't say anything, prompting Makoto to frown. "Nani?" she asked. Just then, the door opened. Minako turned suddenly, surprised by the intrusion. It was only Rei, who was going to take her shift watching over Makoto. "Minako you can…" the miko started. She gaped at Makoto when she saw her. She didn't remember seeing Makoto like that before when they arrived at the apartment. "Guys, she's up," she called.

Makoto tried to get up but felt pain. She looked at her arm. "Didn't think the fight would have real world effects," she muttered as the others started pouring in. She closed her eyes and called, "Human first aid kit, help." Makoto mumbled as she laid her head on the pillow. Daisuke went to her side and placed his hands on her arm.

Makoto finally got a good look on everyone's face. Except for Mamoru, they all had been crying. "You were crying, guys. Why?" she asked. "We were scared," Michiru answered. "Come on, guys," Makoto chuckled. "You know me better than that."

"Do you even remember what happened with Shinji?" Usagi asked. Makoto shook her head. They told Makoto the story, someone picking up where they left off. "Wow," she said finally after Daisuke healed her wounds. "But how did you get those cuts?" Mamoru asked. "Father gave his 'How I've been longing to see you' speech, huh?" Daisuke asked.

Then Daisuke felt a strong force hit him in the head. "Ow!" "Ha ha," Makoto teased. Then she felt a flick on the head. "Ouch." "Ha ha," Daisuke teased back. Then another hit to the head.

(Don't fun of your father or your sister, Dai) Sera said. (And don't make fun o' ya brother, Mako) Ares said. Everyone stared blankly at the two. "Sorry about that. Demon and human moment," Daisuke apologized. "But anyhow, Mako, are you worthy 'cause by the look things I'd say hell no." Another hit to the head. "Ye have little faith. And me and Sera worked things out during the match, too" Makoto proclaimed. "That means no more possession or scaring any of you."

"How long did the match take?" Rei asked. "Not long," Makoto shrugged. Daisuke muttered something about having fought Ares for a very long time. Makoto only gave him a pat on the head and then yawned. "I'm beat. I think I'll go to sleep now," she informed. "If you all are stupid enough to stay then some people have the guest room, the couch, and the floor," Makoto explained.

At that everyone ran towards the guest room. Usagi and Rei were the first in and locked the door to prevent anyone from throwing them out. Hotaru got the love seat, and Mamoru got the couch. Haruka and Michiru jumped on the recliner. They snickered as everyone else used their own or someone else's sleeping bag. Ami was beside Setsuna and Atsuko beside Daisuke. Minako stayed with Makoto.

"That means I get the bed with my special person," Minako said as she lied next to Makoto. Makoto held her close. "Aishiteru, Minako. I mean it." Minako gave her a peck on the lips. "I know you do because I love you, too." Later, they fell asleep like that.

Meanwhile, Rei and Usagi got ready for bed. Rei couldn't help but blush as she saw Usagi's perfect body. She lay beside her when Rei summed up her courage.

"Usagi?"

"Yeah, Rei-chan?"

"I…I…I love you," Rei said finally. Usagi gave her a peck on the cheek. "I love you, too, Rei-chan. Goodnight." Rei sighed in disbelief. "Goodnight, Usagi-chan."

Meanwhile, Ami was out on the balcony. It was chilly but she didn't mind. She was too lost in her thoughts to think about how cold it was. It was like she was immune to it.

Suddenly, she felt something being placed on her shoulders. It was a jacket. She turned around to find Setsuna behind her. "I thought you might be cold," she said with a small smile.

"Oh, arigatou," Ami thanked as she turned her back to her. "What are you thinking about?" Setsuna asked. 'You,' Ami thought. "Nothing really. We do have graduation tomorrow, though," she answered.

"Is that all?" Setsuna asked. Ami stayed quiet for a few seconds before sighing. "You can tell me, ne?"

"I think you know," Ami replied.

Then she felt arms wrap around her waist and breasts on her back. "I love you, too, Ami," Setsuna whispered in her ear. Ami turned to face her and felt their lips meet. After a few seconds, they pulled away.

"Thank you, Setsuna," Ami said. "For what?"

"For my first kiss." Setsuna smiled. "Dou itashimashite, love," she said. "Now let's get some sleep. You have a big day tomorrow." Ami nodded.

I was just dying to get some Ami and Sets fluff in there so you can't blame me. I'm dying to put Rei and Usa together! I'll try to contain myself, though. And if you didn't noticed, Sera is Ares spelled backwards. I thought of that yesterday. Til next time

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