The sunset is gently bathing my face as I wake. The gentle sounds of water flowing prompt me to open my eyes. I was lying by a grassy waterfall. The slightly scratchy blanket rub against my naked back. Gazing drowsily through my lashes, I vaguely see the outline of three moons in the distance. This must be a dream. I like this dream, I mused silently to myself. It was warm and comfortable. I move my left hand to rub my eyes, only to find it trapped under something. Or more accurately, someone. Her curves indicate her gender. I could only see the crown of her aqua hair. She snuggled deeper into my embrace. Smiling gently in a way I could not understand, I proceeded to hold her closer and sigh happily. This must be my most precious person. I instinctively know somehow. I play with a little curved scar on her elegant shoulder. It is beginning to get darker. I close my eyes.

Haruka opened her eyes and scratched her eyebrow.

I have a feeling I just woke up from a dream.

She stretched her back, feeling the most well-rested she had in days. Pushing back the blanket, she padded out to the kitchen to brew coffee and make some cereal.

Whatever it was, it felt wonderful.

--

Ahh...

The blond felt refreshed from her habitual early morning run. A run that she had forgone the morning before, due to an unexpected change in plans. Not that Michiru made her an unwilling participant. She smiled to herself, feeling the minor aches resulting from pushing herself the extra few miles. Feeling the wind against her face and caressing her hair made it all worthwhile.

Vroom vroom I'mma drive my baby to work.

Haruka gunned her Lexus LX08 SUV, whistling happily to herself. Not caring if the wind will muss her hair, she rolled down the window and lit a cigarette whilst precariously swerving the vehicle in time with her iPod. The blond gave herself a congratulatory pat on the back for thinking of such an ingenious way to avoid the non-smokers.

Haruka, you genius you. She smirked happily to herself.

Still whistling as she entered the ugly dome-like entrance of her inherited business fortune, Haruka discreetly took a little sniff to see if she reeked like smoke. The genius about smoking as you drive is that the smoke gets pushed out of the window automatically due to pressure. No time for the smell to even stick on her hair or clothes.

Plus, if I get ash on the squeaky floor.. the cleaning crew will glare at me. Those ladies love me though. Heh heh.

"Good Morning sir," the security guard saluted smartly at her.

Haruka nodded crisply and lengthened her strides. She shifted her briefcase and laptop to her other hand as she got in the elevator. A chorus of voices greeted her on the way to her office.

"Morning Tenoh-san."

Kaede smiled professionally and offered Haruka a cup of steaming tea. Kaede was Haruka's long running and overworked secretary. Although somewhat of a mother hen, Kaede's efficiency, loyalty and ability to accommodate her boss' lightning thought process in the boardroom secured her a permanent place as Haruka's secretary.

"Morning Kaede, how's the schedule looking? Thanks."

Following the long strides into blonde's office, Kaede set the cup of tea down and folded her hands.

"Sir, schedule's looking light today. Kou-san will be coming over later as requested, and a board meeting later. After that, it's clear."

"Good, send Seiya into my office in fifteen minutes, order me a ramen for lunch and... Kaede?"

"Yes sir?"

"Go home early today."

The given order was straight to the point. Stormy teal eyes bore into Kaede. She was stunned from her boss' sudden change in attitude and quickly shook herself for a reply.

"Thank you sir." Her brown eyes widened.

Steely eyes softened.

"Take care of your cold. Extra hours here won't do that."

"I will sir."

The door shut itself softly with a distinctive click. Kaede sighed.

And I thought she never noticed all the effort I put in for her. Shows how much I know.

Kaede sighed again ruefully and delved herself into the never-ending paperwork.

--

Haruka booted her testosterone laden computer and logged into her e-mail. Hundreds of messages linked at her, marked as urgent. However, instead of reading them, she leaned back into her chair and took her office in. It was designed to be sleek and intimidating. Certificates and awards lined the walls and sat on the tables. No pictures or personal mementos. Glass windows extended to the ceiling, affording its viewer a great view of the city. The only comforting thing was.. well.. a goldfish. It swam around idly in its clear glass bowl on the corner of her huge desk. A gift from her brother, she named it Bruce. Haruka chuckled as she imagined Michiru's reaction if she knew.

Ooh... She'll never let me live it down. A soft, fond smile.

The door opened loudly and Seiya breezed in, plopped himself down in on of the leather chairs and smiled charmingly at Haruka's scowl.

"You look nasty. Can't fool me, I've known you too long. I ain't afraid of that face of yours."

The scowl got bigger and an eyebrow raised threateningly. Seiya was undaunted, he leaned forward resting his elbows on the desk, grinning devilishly.

"So? How did the date with Michi-chan go?"

"Seiya-san. We are here to discuss the merger with IFT... and it wasn't a date."

"YarYar.. spoilsport. You won't get away that easily.. Anyway, it's looking great."

Seiya put on a professional face, all traces of playfulness gone.

"However, the terms set were not acceptable. Here are the details. We have also found out the cause. Further information included in the folder. Conclusion is, we can overcome the weakness; their inefficiency. We have the means. They didn't. Even if it means dropping them with no compensation."

Seiya reclined into one of the comfortable chairs in front of my shiny mahogany desk.

"Well, sometimes it just sucks to be eaten by the bigger fish eh?"

Haruka browsed quickly through the file, noting its precise and neat info.

"I do feel sorry for those 150 people who worked their asses off for that little company. I propose we give them semi-service compensation for 6 months to get a head start. At least make their lives easier before finding another job. Good job overall."

"Thanks." A twinkle appeared. Haruka groaned inwardly.

Oh no... here it comes. Run Haruka run.

"As I was saying..."

Seiya was interrupted by a soft knock at the door. Haruka sighed in relief and resisted the urge to run her hands through her sleekly gelled hair.

"Come in."

"Haruka?" Slender legs appeared, leading to twinkling blue eyes and aqua hair twisted into a neat knot, leaving soft tendrils drifting down to frame high cheekbones and a perfect face. "Am I interrupting something? Kaede said to come in."

Seiya stood up before Haruka could open her mouth.

"Well well..Morning Michiru-san." Seiya smiled charmingly.

Grr... Go away Seiya.

"Ara..Seiya-kun. I'm sorry if I'm interrupting anything."

"No. Absolutely not, Michiru." Haruka interrupted and turned to Seiya. "Good job on the report. You and I will continue our conversation later."

Go away you asshat.

"Ya..I get it." The long-haired CIO grumbled good-naturedly. "See you, Michiru-san" he added and shut the door before anyone could even reply.

Haruka sighed and smiled at Michiru. She looked stunning this morning. She laughed lightly, sending happy tingles down Haruka's spine.

Happy happy joy joy. I'm such a geek.

"Well?" Haruka lifted an eyebrow lazily as Michiru sat in a leather chair with grace that came oh-so naturally with her. "What are you doing here so early? No violin rehearsal?"

"No..." Smiling playfully.

"Watcha got there?" Haruka raised her eyebrow and craned her neck so she could see behind Michiru.

"Guess?"

Why, that little gorgeous tease. Hmm..

"Fish food?" Haruka chuckled naughtily.

Michiru laughed. "No silly.. Chocolates! Food for the soul... and speed nerds." She then proceeded to unveil a gold box of Godiva chocolates. Haruka's mood lifted at once. She smiled warmly. "Thanks. I needed that." She loosened her tie and popped one into her mouth, and groaned.

Man..these chocolates are sinful.

Michiru felt her breath catch and a flush rise to her neck.

My God. Did she have to moan like that?

She promised herself silently to buy more, if not just to hear Haruka moan so sexily.

Thank god I'm sitting. That made me feel weak to my knees. What an overkill for chocolates.

"Sorry if I interrupted anything Haruka..."

"Nah..." Her lips curled slightly at the edges. "He was just being a Seiya."

"A Seiya?"

"Yup. Loud, obnoxious and a plain idiot. I know he's smart. He's my CIO after all. On the other hand, he doesn't have to try so hard to hide it."

Haruka snorted. and nearly choked on the chocolate. Smiling sheepishly at Michiru, she continued. "We are having a small problem with one of the mergers. Nothing they can't handle without me. It's a little peaceful now."

Michiru chuckled. "Why do you look so sad then?"

She grinned, showing off straight rows of pearly white teeth.

Realization hit me. She liked it. The problems, conflicts. Haruka liked using her brain and solving everything by herself, the mental challenge..and the feeling she gets when she emerge victorious. She loves her job. She calls it geeky but it's one of the parts about her that I love so much. Well, geeks are my type after all.

"Ara, so you find it dull?"

"Definitely. It's monotonous." She nodded as she chewed thoughtfully.

It was peaceful. Only the sounds of clicking on a laptop can be heard as we shared the chocolates and each other's presence. I rolled it around my tongue, savouring the flavour and watching her handsome profile. I admired her Armani clad body and elegantly crossed legs. I felt myself sigh, and fight my growing feelings for her. It was a losing battle..I know. In fact, I think I lost quite a while ago.

Blond vixen.

She's captivating. Every facet of her intriguing personality. The cold one she shows to strangers, her warm and caring side, sexy and playful..and sometimes pensive and silent when something is bothering her. I sighed again.

And she doesn't even feel a thing for me. Not in the way I see her, at least.

Feeling a tight ache in my chest, I choke back a silent sob. Trying to push down the feeling of helplessness.

A soft touch on my cheek. I look up in surprise. Haruka crossed over without me knowing. Her long legs covered the physical distance between us. Her misty green eyes show concern. She lifted her hand silently and spread her arms and look at me invitingly. Without hesitating, I leaned into her comforting arms and relaxed instinctively into her warmth. I felt her talented hands rubbing my back in small circles. Whispering into my ear, she said "Let's go eat at that place you've been telling me about."

Michiru looked up at me warily, her face tearless, but her blue eyes were clouded and troubled. My heart clenched.

"Why?" she looked at me confusedly.

"So we can discuss what are you gonna do with me for the rest of the day."

Comprehension dawned on her beautiful face. She smiled tentatively.

"Can you do that?"

"Well, being CEO of your own company has some perks." I answered dryly.

Plus, I would do anything to see you smile again. Oh, Haruka you sappy dog.

More of that smile emerged. I felt relief.

"Anything?"

I smiled. As if I can deny her.

"Anything."

--

"Michi-chan..."

"Yes?"

"Can we rethink this?"

"Rethink what?"

"This."

Haruka looked down, then in the mirror. Hesitated.

"Just come out you chicken. Why have a club membership if you don't use its swimming pool?"

"Well... I play golf, tennis, squa..."

"Ruka..just come out."

I sighed again. It wasn't as if I was ashamed of my body or anything. It's just.. It's so damned small. Oh well, if it makes Michiru happier. She looks so tense lately.

"Haruka! Come out now before I go in there and drag you out myself."

The door opened slowly.

Wow...

To be continued.

Disclaimer : I don't own any Sailormoon character that have been borrowed for this story. They belong to their respective owners.

Notes : If you didn't guess, the dream Haruka had in the beginning was on Neptune. Her most important person is obviously.. Waitagoddamminute. If you didn't know who that was, you shouldn't even be reading this fic :p Anyway, I was thinking of changing the title of this fic. Since the plot (Yes, there is one. Or at least gimme some time to figure one out haha.) really digressed from what I initially thought it would be. Does Intangible sound good to everyone? Also, don't forget to review. It's my happy-fix for the day. Thank you to all who did. Special thanks to those who emailed or PM-ed me. This chapter is a little longer but the next one is going to take some time. I have finals next week gulps