Wow, didn't think I would be here again, but then again I try to be…try. Well hello there reader yes tis I starlightvamp and I am back from the dead. Surprising no? Well I was sitting in a car with a  friend and then all of a sudden threats were made…what kind I am not sure I don't think I want to find out. But anyways yes I am updating I don't know when I can get these out, because I have a new job…and a life yeah I know I know: 3 without further ado here is my next chapter in the installment of "How They Met"

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Disclaimer: I do not own Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon, and I never will. Naoko Takeuchi does….not me. I only own my own characters that I put in here.

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It only seemed like yesterday that Haruka had arrived at the hellhole she called quote her fathers house end quote. Her stepmother proved more and more as the days went by that she hated Haruka and intended for her never to come back. Besides from erasing the message that was left on her cell phone from Michiru random other things went missing as well. From cell phone's to car keys everything had a way of disappearing. Or rather misplaced as her stepmother so kindly suggested. But it didn't take a scientist to know that lets face it her stepmother wanted her out of the house…NOW. But being as Haruka is she made the best of the situation and loved seeing how miserable her stepmother was every morning that she had gotten up. Hoping with that small little heart of hers that Haruka would have vanished in the middle of the night. And of course her father and Ken did their best in trying to at least keep this war at a minimum, for the sake of the neighbors and for them as well.  But I guess you could call this vacation away from her house was not to last, a call from her mother indicated that it was time to pack up and leave, because it was time for her entrance exams in a few weeks, and also she wanted her home. But Haruka knew all to well that her mother wanted her home because she didn't want her to spend anytime for her father. Yep life was going great.

Finally a warm goodbye was said and surprisingly all of her belongings that went missing was found and on her nightstand off all places. Incredible if only Haruka had looked there before all would be right with the world, and there were be no reason to go and blame that horrible woman. Finally gathering all her things in the car. She said her good-byes to her father and stepbrother. Her ungrateful stepmother was nowhere to be seen, probably out and buying party things to celebrate her going away. Getting into her car she was happy to at least be going back, her hair grew out a little bit, she kinda liked it, it wasn't to long or short it was just right. The only thing she didn't like was the little cowlick that was on the side of her hair. However she ended up with such hair was beyond her. A familiar tune was going off and she knew all to well that her cell phone was going off. Now was the big question, should she answer it or let it go to voice mail? One could only guess what Haruka decided upon, yup voicemail it is. Haruka didn't feel like talking to anyone at the moment, just for the fact she didn't want to deal with all the drama just yet which didn't bother her at all. The usual ring went off, her phone was letting her know that a voicemail had came though, now the much bigger question was should she check her voicemail. And a larger question was, who called?

Finally arriving back to her house, her mother was gone, no surprise she received a mail from her mother letter Haruka know that she had met a nice guy while she was away. Great, all she needed was another hormone driven girl in the house. Shaking her head she went to her room and dropped her belongings on the floor. Grabbing her duffle bag she began to unload her clothes and such.

Beep

"Yes I know I have a voicemail, now leave me alone"

Beep

"Its probably mom letter me know that she was going out"

Beep

"Or its Papa wondering if I made it home okay"

Beep

"AH! FINE YOU WIN THIS BETTER BE IMPORTANT!"

Haruka quickly dialed her voicemail, and quickly her eyes grew wide.

"Haruka, if you are in town please I need you. I don't know whom else to turn to. Please Haruka I need you."

Grabbing her car keys, she bolted out of the house. The whole ride was a blur everything seemed fuzzy, what in gods name happened? Who got hurt? What was that voice her phone? It sounded like they were in big trouble, the voice was crying, thank goodness she made every green light. Or so she thought, if there was a policemen she didn't notice because at this point, all that could go through her mind was that voicemail. All Haruka could think was let them be okay whatever happened I will help them, I promised and I am not one to break my promises. Not like my parents not like anyone I have ever known. Stopping in front of the place she looked up. The lights were off, it was as if no one was home. Getting out Haruka wanted to knock but no one was there.

"Haruka, I'm glad you came" a weary voice said.

"Michiru…" was all Haruka could get out.

Haruka looked upon Michiru, her face looked like it hadn't had a decent nights sleep in a long time. Her eyes held the sadness of the world, looking at her feet all she had was a small suitcase and her violin box. Haruka walked up to her friend, looking at her she didn't know what to say. Grabbing Michiru's luggage she walked back to her car. Haruka didn't need to say anything Michiru followed her not saying a word. The car ride back to Haruka's house wasn't that uncomfortable, she figured that if Michiru wanted to talk she would. Haruka for now would just help Michiru be comfortable. Whatever happened it was big and it was big enough to bring her into this. Walking up to her house, she felt heavy eyes on her back. Turning around Michiru was staring at the car floor, she never looked up and made eye contact. Haruka walked back to her car and opened the passenger door, still Michiru didn't move. Giving a loud sigh still nothing, thinking for a moment she tapped Michiru on the shoulder. Michiru coming back to reality looked at who was giving her a tap. Looking up she figured it was time for her to get out. Walking into the house she followed Haruka upstairs, into a room that was far too familiar.

Haruka went back to her normal routine of unloading her things, placing her car keys and cell phone down by her nightstand she continued, to unpack. She heard Michiru take a seat on the bed but it didn't faze her at all, she knew Michiru had a lot of explaining to do, but for now she would leave her be. Walking to her closet Haruka grabbed an extra futon that she kept for all those times that Nitta stayed over. Walking out of the room she walked to the hallway closet to grab extra pillows and blankets. This is so stupid nothing has been said at all. Its as if we are in two different worlds. She could at least tell me what is going on. But then again I did leave unexpected and kinda shrug her and Nitta off. Giving a loud sigh Haruka walked back into her room, she saw Michiru still sitting there her hands were folded in her lap, and she was still staring at the floor.

"Here" Haruka finally said.

Michiru gave a slight gasp and looked up to Haruka. Michiru noticed that Haruka was pointing at an extra futon pillows and blankets. Michiru couldn't hold it anymore. She brought on of her hands over her mouth, the tears began to come out. Closing her eyes and turning away she couldn't bare to look at Haruka. Not like this she wanted to greet her friend with a smile and a big welcome home party. But she couldn't stand it. Haruka stood there and watched the aqua haired girl start to cry, not know what to do her body took over and gave her a huge hug.

"Michiru, I don't know what happened but I told you that I would always be there for you. Please whatever it is don't cry. You can stay here as long as its needed, I just need to move a few things around in the guest room, but for now this will have to do." Haruka said holding the frail girl in her arms.

Michiru kept on crying she didn't know what to say, she hadn't received this kindness in a long time, and from the last person she would have expected. She just hoped she could repair their friendship and hoped that it wasn't to late for them. Whatever that meant for now she will just enjoy this moment of warmth and kindness.

"Michiru are you…" Haruka pulled away and saw that her friend had fallen asleep.

Giving a smile she laid her aqua haired friend down on her bed. Brushing a few strands that were on Michiru's face. Haruka gathered her blankets and laid them on making sure to make Michiru as comfortable as possible. Looking at Michiru laying there Haruka couldn't hide the blush that came to her face. She nearly had forgotten how beautiful she looked. Taking her hand she softly caressed Michiru's face, but quickly pulled it away when she saw that Michiru was stirring in her sleep. She quickly went back to unpacking her luggage. But occasionally kept turning her attention to see if Michiru was awake or if she made any noise. After an hour or so Haruka was downstairs reading a good book, she heard the door open and a pair of footsteps came in.

"Oh Haruka you are home!" Her mother said stepping inside.

"Mmm" was all Haruka muttered.

"Well didn't expect you to wait up for me at all, did you have a good visit with your father?"

"It was okay, the woman was a pain though." Haruka answered.

"Isn't she always?" She laughed, walking into the kitchen,

"Oh yes, a friend will be staying with us for awhile. She has been in some trouble, so she is gonna stay here okay?" Haruka looked at her mother straight in the eyes as if to tell her she is very serious. Her mother gave her a nod and disappeared into the kitchen. Haruka finally put away the book, walking back to her room her saw the most beautiful sight she had ever laid her eyes on. Staring at Michiru she was sleeping so peacefully, her aqua hair was scattered all over the pillows. Giving a smile she held onto her heart. It was beating so fast, closing her eyes she was sure her heart was gonna burst. Giving a sigh she went into the bathroom and changed into her pajamas. Coming back into the bedroom she sat on her futon sitting up against her bed she stared at the ceiling for a minute or two. Giving a sign she went to lay down till she felt a hand on her cheek. Looking at Michiru, Haruka saw that Michiru's eyes were half open.

"Thank you." Michiru said to Haruka.

"Its…your…yeah" Haruka managed to get out.

"Haruka would you mind, I mean, it would make me feel a lot better if you could lay beside me." Michiru managed to get her voice was low and sleeping sounding.

Haruka sat there for a moment, getting up she walked around her bed and laid right behind Michiru, Haruka hoped that Michiru didn't turn around and see her, because she was not able to hide the blush that was on her face. And she knew if Michiru saw it she would never be able to live it down. Whatever was to happen next it even caught Haruka by surprise. Michiru cuddled her way into Haruka's arms and went peacefully back to sleep.

'This is going to be a long night'  Haruka thought to yourself.

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and done it took awhile but I did it! But I can't believe I found time from my busy schedule at work and working on my car I actually got to update this. I would like to thank everyone who commented on my last chapter. I hope my loyal readers are still out there. I truly need your support, I will try to get my next chapter out as soon as possible. But I can't make any guarantees. Thank you once again.