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Everyone, thanks for leaving me those nice comments and reviews. I am glad most of you share my hate for Hanzo. Now about Haruka not showing up at that blind date...How will I solve it? Haha at the end of this chapter it'll all be clear to you. A special thanks to Long lasting star, Silver Sailor Ganymede, royal destiny, Wolfblaze, princessSerenity101, Myosotis13, Leena9, Silas C. , papapapuffy, Unknown01, aldoraspritelette, Iamtheriver, The Lil Kag and ofcourse LitaDelacour

I hope you'll enjoy this chapter, finally a good encounter between Haruka and Michiru!

Two Can Play That Game

Chapter Five

- Blind Date part #1 -

The next day during lunch Haruka and Michiru bumped into eachother again in the hall way. Haruka had ofcourse noticed the smaller girl's sudden mood change. 'Yesterday Michiru had been all excited with the fact she had a date.' Haruka recalled as she reminded herself of Michiru's smile yesterday. 'Maybe Minako told her they set her up. I'd be pissed as well.'

And even though it was clear to the blonde that Michiru wasn't in the mood for talking she couldn't resist making a comment about it.''PMS, Kaioh?'' She mused causing Michiru to look up with a confused look on her face.

''Huh?''

Haruka laughed.''You are having these moods swings lately, I was just checking if you...''

''I understood that.'' Michiru interrupted the taller woman.''What I meant with 'huh' was, why the hell are you even bothering me?''

''Because it's fun.'' The blonde replied, getting annoyed with the smaller girl already.'I shouldn't have said anything.' She took a deep breath.''So anything in particular that's bothering you?''

Michiru smiled.''Besides you?'' She wondered with a wink.''Nothing.'' She then lied as she was about to brush past the blonde. Haruka didn't let her walk away that easily though.''Let go off my arm.''

''Sorry no can do.'' Haruka replied as she tightened the grip around the smaller girl's arm.''You still haven't told me why you hate me. Or like you said, why you don't like me.''

''I already answered that question. You're a cheating bastard.''

''And you're a snob.'' Haruka said, rolling her eyes.''But I don't hate you because of that, you should start telling me about the real reason.''

''Because...'' Michiru paused for a moment. Maybe if she told Haruka the truth she would leave her alone.''Because...'' She went on as Haruka let go of her arm. ''Because you're just like him...'' She finally said.

''Him?'' Haruka questioned the other.''Who is him, an ex who hurt your feelings?''

''My father...or atleast...'' Michiru stopped again, swallowing away the lump that had formed in her throat.

''He was a blonde girl too?'' Haruka joked, trying to cheer the smaller girl up a bit although she felt a bit upset with Michiru's words.

It worked. Micihru giggled a bit.''No...I don't know what he looked like. But...'' She stopped smiling as a sad feeling washed over her. ''But he was cheating on my mother as well. He left her just like you are leaving all the girls who have liked you. You're trying to cheer me up all the time, trying to help me. I don't need your help Haruka. I've ot enough friends and I don't want someone who reminds me of my damn father to be a friend of mine.''

''Then don't see me as a friend.'' Haruka stated, feeling sorry for the girl somehow. ''See me as someone to release your obvious hate for your father on.'' Michiru gazed up on shock at the blonde's words. Why was Haruka trying so hard to be nice with her?

''Why can't you just leave me alone Haruka, can't you see that I don't want to have anything to do with you?'' She finally asked although it sounded more like a statement. Haruka sighed.

''Ok, ok. Excuse me for trying. Oh and about that date we talked about earlier...'' Michiru looked up at the blonde again who suddenly couldn't find the heart to tell the aqua haired girl about the set up anymore. ''Good luck...'' She finally said as she turned around and started to walk towards the cantine.'I am so not showing up. Either Minako tells her or they'll have to find someone to replace me.'

Michiru just stood there. She was really confused now. Why would Haruka bring up her date with 'dreamer' all of a sudden?

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(That friday, 5pm)

The past few days had gone by very fast in Michiru's opinion. She didn't know wheter that was a good thing or a bad thing though. Hanzo had been visiting her mother more often as well. He would be at their place early in the morning 'til late at night and so on. And to be quite honest, Michiru was getting sick of seeing his face all the time. She didn't say anything about it ofcourse, she didn't want to upset her mother who obviously was madly in love with this man.

It was now dinner time but Michiru had ofcourse already told her mother that she wasn't eating along since she had that blind date in two hours. She couldn't eat something now and then not eat anything while being on her date. That would be rude.

While Kaori, her mother and Hanzo sat at the dinner table Michiru sat on the couch, staring at the clock that hung above the tv.''So why aren't you eating with us again?'' Hanzo asked the smaller girl. He already knew the answer and Michiru knew that, he just needed something to talk about. He was probably going to try to convince her mother not to let Michiru go on that date.

''I've got a date.'' Michiru replied, not even bothering to look up.

''Who's the lucky fellow?'' Hanzo now asked, he wasn't going to give up this easily.

Michiru was about to reply that it was none of his bussiness when her mother replied instead.''She has a blind date, isn't that romantic?'' She asked the blonde man who nodded and faked a smile that was directed at Michiru. To be honest, he didn't like the aqua haired girl either. It was her mother he was interested in. He couldn't care less about Kaori and Michiru but he had to try to look like a good and loving guy in Aya's eyes.

''Isn't that very dangerous?'' He then asked. Michiru clenched her fist.

'Is he alive just to annoy me and ruin my life?' Michiru wondered. ''No it isn't dangerous.'' She finally said.''I already know that it's someone from my school so if he tries anything funny I'll be able to identify him.''

''Don't be silly.'' Aya stated with an honest smile. ''Michiru isn't interested in guys. Besides she's a strong girl, she can handle herself.''

Hanzo nodded.'A lesbian eh?' With that thought on his mind he took a bite of his food before focussing on the aqua haired girl again.''Atleast let me give you a ride Michiru.'' He suggested.

'Oh my god...' Michiru thought as her mother gave her a 'you'd better accept' look.''Sure, why not?''

''Great.'' Hanzo said.''Where do you have to go and what time do you have to be there?''

''Sakura's dinner.'' Michiru replied.''Around 7pm.'' With that said she hoped he would just stay quiet, no such luck ofcourse.

''Oh that's sad.'' He stated causing Aya and Kaori to look up at him with a questioning look on their faces.

''Why is that sad, darling?'' Aya asked her boyfriend. She ofcourse hadn't noticed the evil glint in his eyes. Michiru had noticed it on the other hand and was already starting to give up on her date.

''Well...'' Hanzo started, trying to sound as innocent as possible.''I made us reservations at the blue lagoon restaurant on 7pm as well. I guess I'll have to cancel that. After all, who would take care of sweet little Kaori?''

Michiru felt like raging at this point. Who the hell did he think he was? ''Oh don't be silly. We can always take Kaori with us. I'll take the bus there and after you brought Michiru to Sakura's dinner you can come to us. It's not so far away anyway.''

''No, no.'' The blonde man whispered.''I'll cancel and make a reservation for some other time.''

''You do that.'' Michiru pressed as she glared at the clock above the tv once again. 'I bet you've got nothing to cancel at all you idiot. You just want to work on my nerves.'

''That was rude Michiru. Apologize. Hanzo is nice enough to offer you a ride and you don't have the right to treat him this bad.'' Aya hissed, glaring at her daughter.

'Ofcourse you would pick his side, he's sneaky, very sneaky.' Michiru took a deep breath. If he expected her to apologize now he was terribly mistaken.''Mother, this guy is an idiot! Can't you see that he just wants to annoy me, he doesn't like me at all. He offered me a ride which I didn't even ask for, he tried to talk you out of making me go on this date and now he is rambling about reservations while you just ate! gods, you are still busy eating dinner!''

''Michiru, enough!'' Aya yelled, standing up and slamming her fists on the table.''Hanzo was just trying to be nice. And he didn't want to talk me out of making you go on this date, he was just worried about you. He really cares about you Michiru. Now apologize or I'll ground you AND that means 'no' date!''

''But...'' The aqua haired girl started. It was now that she decided to do as her mother asked. If she was grounded Hanzo got exactly what he wanted.''Although he doesn't deserve it, sorry Hanzo.''

''Sorry about what?'' Aya pressed.

''I am not sorry about anything, I feel sorry for him. I've never met someone this stupid. So sorry.'' Michiru said as she started walking towards the hall.''I am going now. Since I am walking I'll need all the time to get to the restaurant.''

''Don't be silly Michiru, I'll still drive you. On our way there we can talk about this. I didn't mean to send off the wrong impression but your mother is right. I was just worried about you Michiru.''

''You're not going anywhere Michiru. First apologize properly or you'll have to accept the consequences.'' Michiru's mother warned her daughter.

''Fine but I am not sitting in the same car as him!'' With that Michiru turned around to face the blonde man again.''I am sorry Hanzo, I didn't mean to insult you.'' She said with a smile.'Although I meant every word of it you bastard, it'll be my pleasure you kick you out of our house.'

''It's ok Michiru.'' Hanzo replied.''I know it's hard dealing with the fact that you no longer have to take care of your mother. I am here to do that now. These kinds of changes are always hard for some people.''

''What is he, a psychologist?' She just nodded before turning away again and disappearing into the hall.

''Michiru sister mad?'' Kaori asked her mother who had calmed down a bit.

''Don't worry sweety, I am sure she's just nervous about her date.'' And although she was looking at her daughter Hanzo knew that her words were actually meant for him. A satisfied smile appeared on his face upon hearing this.

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(Outside of Sakura's Dinner)

''Whaaaaa!'' Minako cheered from behind the bushes. She and Hiroshi had agreed to meet in front of Sakura's dinner and when he had finally arrived she could no longer hide her excitement.''I can't believe this is actually happening. What time is it?''

Hiroshi swallowed hard. No was not the best time to tell Minako about the fact that Haruka wasn't going to show up. He glared down at his watch.'' 18:45 exactly.''

''just a small fifteen minutes.'' The blonde whispered with a bright smile on her face.''Michiru has been so excited about her date as well, I sooo hope Haruka will show up.''

'Don't be too sure of that.' The black haired man smiled upon noticing that Minako was staring at him. ''Yeah, let's hope so.'' He finally said, swallowing once more. He was getting nervous now.

''There's Michi!'' Minako yelped when she saw Michiru walk towards the front door of the restaurant. ''Oh my god, oh my god!''

''Stop panicing.'' Hiroshi hissed. He was getting more and more nervous and Minako's excitement wasn't exactly helping him.

''Who's panicing, I am excited. Just imagine if Haruka and Michi fall for eachother. Prom would mean the world to them then. They'll dance, hold eachother close and maybe they'll admit that they love eachother and...''

Hiroshi cut her off.''You didn't happen to watch the same chick flick as my sister last night, did you?''

''If she watched, Deliver us from Eva then yes. I saw that movie as well.'' Minako replied, not understanding why the other suddenly brought it up.

''Aha...'' He sighed.''That explains why the plot of your plan sounds so familiar.''

''You've watched the movie as well?!'' Minako asked in total shock. Hiroshi blushed.

''W-what...no, no ofcourse not. I just read the summary in the tv guide. I don't like chick flicks although LL Cool J is a great actor. I feel sorry for him for being stuck with that Eva chick. She was a true hell.'' He whispered, not understanding that he was betraying himself.

''Oh no, I totally believe you when you say you didn't watch that movie.'' Minako rolled her eyes before sticking her head through the bushes again, hoping to see Haruka show up soon as well.''By the way, did Haruka even mention the letter or anything?''

Hiroshi who was too busy staring at Minako's behind quickly shook his head.''Ofcourse she did.'' He replied.'She also managed to mention you. We were busted from the beginning Minako...don't kill me!' Ofcourse he didn't say that out loud.

( Inside Sakura's Dinner )

Michiru was now sitting behind a table. on the table was burning a single pink candle which kind of went along with the theme of the restaurant. This restaurant was decorated with white and pink walls just like the cherry blossom trees were decorated with pink leafs. The clock on the wall was now telling her that it was a quarter past seven. She had been waiting for thirty minutes now.

'Maybe he isn't showing up.' Michiru thought to herself as a sad expression appeared on her face. A waiter who had been watching Michiru for quite some time smiled sadly as well and walked over to where she was sitting.

''Can I get you anything ma'am?'' He politely asked.

''What about something so dangerous and toxic that you wouldn't even give it to your worst enemy?'' Michiru joked.

The waiter laughed as well.''I am sorry ma'am but we don't have that kind of thing here. Can I get you anything else, something to drink maybe?''

''Just a glass of water please.'' The aqua haired girl said as the man nodded. 'If that 'dreamer' hasn't shown his face by then...I'll take it as a grown up and leave.'

''I'll be right back with your water ma'am.'' The waiter promised as he started to walk away, wondering why this girl would come to such an expensive restaurant just to drink some water.

Michiru looked down at the blue dress she was wearing.'How stupid.' She thought. 'I actually believed that tonight would be a special one. Well special indeed, the first time I go on a date and I already get stood up.'

''Is this seat taken?'' Someone suddenly asked causing Michiru to turn around. The other's voice sounded familiar. She was now staring right into Haruka's green eyes with a shocked expression in hers.

''H-haruka...'' She stammered.''Are you ...dreamer?''

The blonde tomboy blushed.''Eh yep.'' She lied.''You know me, fill of surprises. So can I sit down?''

Michiru simply nodded, unable to say something. Haruka gave the smaller girl a greatful smile as she sat down next to Michiru.''You look beautiful.'' She complimented the aqua haired girl. And even though it didn't show Haruka felt really stupid and embarrassed about being here. It had never been her plan to actually show up tonight but the idea of letting Michiru wait for someone who would never come didn't satisfy her either.

''Thanks.'' Michiru finally managed to say as a blush appeared on her cheeks. 'Haruka? This must be a cruel joke, she doesn't like me at all.'

'Think of something to talk about. Make a conversation Tenoh...' Haruka thought. ''Uhm so...I hope I didn't make you wait too long.'' She finally said.

''Neh, I just arrived.'' Michiru lied as the waiter from earlier put down the glass of water Michiru had ordered.

He then turned his attention to Haruka.''Can I get you anything sir?'' He asked.

''A bottle of wine please, I don't mind which one. Just something...'' She replied. The waiter smiled and nodded before walking away again. ''Anyway...'' She now focussed on Michiru again. ''Uhm...I hope..''

''There's no 'dreamer' is there?'' Michiru interrupted her.

Haruka went wide eyed upon hearing the smaller girl's question but then shook her head.''I am afraid not. It had all been a set up.''

''By you?''

Again Haruka shook her head.'' No. Hiroshi and Minako are to blame for that. Actually if I am correct they're sitting behind the bushes outside. They thought I didn't see them but Minako's red bow is hard to miss.''

''Then why did you show up?''

''Because...'' Michiru cut her off again.

''Out of pity?''

Haruka shook her head.''Because I wanted to. No one forced me to come besides why would I come here out of pity, I know you don't like me. I just felt like coming.'' Haruka lied although it wasn't completely a lie.

The aqua haired girl studied the blonde for a while, trying to find something that could show that Haruka was lying. Much to her surprise she couldn't find anything but honesty in the other's eyes. ''Thanks.'' She then whispered, blushing even more. 'Maybe she isn't that bad after all.'

''So, shall we continue this date or would you rather have me to take you home again?'' Haruka now asked, hoping that Michiru would pick the first option. She couldn't quite explain it but there was something about the smaller girl that made it impossible for Haruka to hate Michiru, the same feeling that had brought Haruka here, but what was it? Was it indeed pity or was it something else?

To Be continued...

Well what will Michiru choose, go home or stay? Haha, let me know what you think!