A treat for all you Shiznat lovers in this chapter! Enjoy!
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Chapter 5"The doctor will be right with you miss," said the young nurse as she closed the door to the hospital room.
"Thanks," replied Natsuki as her eyes scouted the area.
This private hospital was clean and relaxing, much different from the small dirty infirmary at the stadium. There were pictures of flowers and beautiful landscapes on the walls. Some pleasant music played in the background as she sat back in her seat. Earlier this morning she had received some instructions from the ringmaster that she was to go to this private hospital and meet with a Doctor Yoko Sagisawa. She then packed all her possessions in one bag and drove off on her motorcycle. Well, it wasn't exactly hers but it should be. She could not afford another one. Not just that, but riding a different one wouldn't be the same. That bike and her had been so much together, with the battles and stunt shows, it was basically her only friend. She huffed at that thought.
'I'm pretty pathetic aren't I, my closest relationship is with a bike.' Amused with the thought she reminded herself that that's the way she should keep it. People were an untrustworthy and vile race, it was best to be a lone wolf. The important thing was that she had managed to steal the bike without the ringmaster noticing but boy was he going to be mad once he found out.
She wondered why she was here. The ringmaster had been vague on the details, probably because he had a hangover. It didn't matter though. The important thing was that she was going to be making a lot more money. It was just another step to her ultimate goal.
The door gently opened. A pretty brunette walked into the room
"Hello, I'm Doctor Sagisawa. You must be Miss Kuga." She waved at Natsuki who remained in her seat.
"Yes, hello. Now if you don't mind me asking, why am I here?" she asked bluntly.
The doctor looked quite surprised. "Are you saying they didn't tell you?"
Natsuki shook her head.
Dr. Sagisawa looked a little annoyed by this, but kept her composure as she began to explain.
"This will be quite difficult to explain. I suppose I have to though. Miss Kuga, you have been personally selected to be the stand in for one of our injured Senshi. You will go though a procedure in which we inject several different chemicals into your body, resulting in supernatural abilities. With these abilities you will be expected to compete in the Xeres Independence Day Senshi Battle. This battle is only a few days away, meaning there will be little time to perfect your skills. Seeing as you already know the basics of arena battle I don't think this will be a problem for you. Keep in mind that this is temporary and must stay private due to other issues. If you agree to this arrangement you will be paid an exceptional amount of money."
Natsuki looked completely shocked.
"Me….a Senshi?"
"You don't have to agree to this. My employer wanted me to make that clear." The doctor stated.
'Wow, a Senshi. Most girls have to study for years to become one. Even if it's temporary, with what they're paid I'll defiantly be able to find her….somehow.' Thought Natsuki.
"So do you have an answer?"Natsuki grinned, of course she wasn't going to pass up this oppurtunity.
"Sure."
"Good, my employer also happens to be your sponsor. She really hoped you would say yes."
"So, my sponsor is this rich. I guess I really got lucky."
The doctor nodded. "You will meet her later. Anyway let me explain the procedure……"
Tate Yuuichi opened the door to his family's mansion with a soaked girl in his arms. Outside it was pouring down, as he was now completely wet.
The redhead shivered rapidly, her arms and legs were purple.
"Hold on," he whispered as he closed the door.
"MISIAO! YUKA!" he shouted for his maids. Nobody came.
"ANYONE! COME DOWN!" He cried but then stopped. He then remembered that the staff had been given a vacation for the upcoming holiday. Even his family had gone to a different mansion for the event. He would have to deal with this girl by himself.
Walking over to the living room with the girl still in his arms he placed her on the couch. He then ran over to a closet and grabbed some towels, which toppled down onto his blonde hair. He then ran back to the girl, gasping for air
'Damn, why do I have such a huge house!'With one towel he started to pat her legs, only to notice all this drying would do no good when she was in such wet clothes. They had to be removed. Tate blushed. There was no right way to undress an unconscious girl.
'ARG!….Why do the maids have to be gone at a time like this!'Pulling his hair, he realized that there was no other choice. It had to be done.
Looking to the side and blushing vigorously he began to pull down her pants. Rolling them into a ball he then tossed them to the side. He decided to leave her underwear on and then went to her top. It would have been easy for him except for the fact that she had a very busty figure. He began to stare a little but then stopped himself when the girl coughed.
'Come on! Just do this quickly. She's getting sicker.' He told himself.
Keeping control of himself he unbuttoned her top but seemed to have trouble getting a button undone. He struggled and pulled at it but the stubborn thing would not come lose.
'Hmmm…. Why do I feel so vulnerable,' thought Mai as she began to regain consciousness.
"Oh shit……" was all Tate could say when both of her eyes opened. Upon waking Mai noticed three things. The first thing was a young man's face. The second, a feeling of nakedness. Then the third which was his hands….. undoing her top.
Both of them screamed uncontrollably.
Natsuki moaned in her bed and held her stomach. Her face was flushed and covered in perspiration. It was as though all her insides were being pulled out.
Doctor Sagisawa had explained that this would be a painful and dangerous procedure. Having chemicals injected into your spine and muscles could have dire consequences. It was for this reason that men could not become Senshi, as their chemical makeup and hormones rejected the Senshi vaccine, often times killing them. For women it is different. After being injected with the Senshi vaccine a sickness inflicts the person for a day or two. After this sickness, a most unusual phenomenon occurs. The woman's strength will reach full capacity. Her reflexes will heighten tremendously and her speed will reach that of a jet. In a sense she will have become a super-being.
Right now Natsuki was right in the middle of her sickness. She sat up and clutched at her heart. Her teeth were bared as she snarled in pain. Suddenly she dropped back down in her bed. Losing control, a seizure took over her entire body. Her limbs began to flail in all directions then go numb. She growled. It was as though every part of her body had betrayed her. As quickly as it began it ended. Once the seizure had completely subsided she stared at the ceiling then finally fell asleep. Soon it would all be worth it.
Shizuru returned to her estate. It had been a long meeting, yet again discussing the problems with Athena. But that wasn't what was on her mind at the moment. Natsuki had been brought here from the hospital, which had been her only concern all day. Immediately she put down her purse and walked up her elegant staircase to visit the blue haired beauty.
She quietly turned the doorknob and walked in. The room was dark. All she could see was a small lump in the large bed. As soon as she strolled over the sight had taken her breath away.
Up-close Natsuki was even more stunning. Shizuru's heart began to race as it had when she first saw her. The girl was breathtaking in her sleep. The moonlight added a mystical luster to her hair. Her skin was like ivory, perfectly sculpted without any flaw. Her face was indescribably beautiful and delicate, yet she was also fierce. A slight aura of aggression surrounded her, even in slumber but this just made Shizuru even more fascinated by her.
She could see that Natsuki was not well, the Senshi fever was taking place. Shizuru smiled, she herself remembered her own Senshi fever.
'Ara, It seems Natsuki needs someone to take care of her.'
Natsuki moaned, her forehead was still covered in sweat. Shizuru turned a shade of red.
'What's happening to me?' she wondered, surprised by her unnamed feelings.
Natsuki's delicate lips began to quiver. It was a soft movement, like a butterfly landing on a flower. This made Shizuru go a deeper shade of red.
"Natsuki…."
Almost uncontrolled her face began to lower itself closer to Natsuki. Shizuru's body heat started to ignite.
'Wha-what am I doing?'Though nervous her face lowered more, her eyes began to close. It was as though some powerful, unknown force was pulling her. Her feelings were in chaos. Before, she didn't know whether being drawn to Natsuki was because of admiration or something more.
'I do-don't, I can't…..I….'
Her lips readied themselves for a passionate kiss. She was a centimeter away, when suddenly it all made sense to her. The need to be close to this girl, thinking of her every minute, her heart's longing to know her. Now these feelings had a name.
'I finally know what it is…..Why I…..'--
An hour passed. Slowly Natsuki opened her eyes. There was a shadow in the room with her, but not a hostile one. In fact this shadow felt warm, a feeling relatively new to the girl. Looking to her side she saw a figure.
"Don't move, everything is going to be fine," said the figure.
The voice was kind, comforting even. But she had to know who it was.
"Who are you?" Asked Natsuki tiredly.
'My angel finally speaks to me. Her voice... It's so strong, yet so vulnerable as well.' Thought Shizuru.
"My name is Shizuru Fujino. I'm your sponsor. I can't express how happy I am to meet you Natsuki."
Natsuki didn't know why, but to her the voice had a hint of teariness to it, but in a calm way. Shizuru continued.
"You will be safe here, I hope we can get to know as much about each other as possible and become wonderful friends." Shizuru then picked up a cloth and began to gently wipe Natsuki's forehead.
Natsuki stared at Shizuru with her piercing eyes, the eyes that had stolen Shizuru's heart the moment she looked at her. The blue haired girl was confused. She was not used to such kindness and hospitality. In fact it made her feel quite awkward. She looked the other way until Shizuru had finished.
"You probably don't want to trouble yourself with that," Natsuki said coldly, without looking Shizuru in the eye.
"But I must. Natsuki is my Senshi now." Giggled Shizuru playfully.
Natsuki furrowed her eyebrows. She was slightly annoyed. What made this girl think she would spill her life with someone she just meet?
"Don't bother, I'm temporary." Natsuki growled and then rolled onto her side.
Though Natsuki looked very cute when angry, Shizuru was actually quite hurt by this reaction but retained her smile and composure. Though temporary, Shizuru really did want to know everything about Natsuki. She wanted to know her, protect her, and touch her. Everything. She wanted to know what was behind those emerald eyes and so much more.
"Well maybe in the future," Shizuru said with a grin as she stood up. She knew Natsuki was probably in no mood for talking. It would be best to let her sleep for now.
"Ara, Natsuki needs her rest if she is to feel better by tomorrow. Please tell me if you need anything."
Natsuki nodded.
Shizuru headed to the door. But could not leave her beauty's sight without saying one last thing.
"I really care about you Natsuki. Please remember that."
Natsuki rolled over on her back then looked right into Shizuru's red eyes. She scouted them but saw no dishonesty whatsoever.
"Thank you, but really, you shouldn't get too close," replied Natsuki. Shizuru then closed the door with a smile.
She walked down the dark hall to her chamber. Her mind filled with images of the enchanting girl, she could have gone the entire night without any sleep. Just looking at her was heaven. Her body, her stunning face. Her lips so temping that Shizuru had….…She blushed at the thought then remembered the Senshi's icy barriers that needed to be melted.
'Natsuki, you are so reluctant to trust and your gorgeous eyes reflect a past so cold and heartless. Please don't be afraid to let me into your heart, as you have so deeply entered mine.'
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Natsuki thought about the encounter with her sponsor.
"She's a beautiful but strange girl," Natsuki concluded before closing her eyes. But was that all? Her mind echoed with Shizuru's words.
"I really care about you Natsuki. Please remember that."
These words were real. Shizuru truly cared. Her eyes gave no signs otherwise. But did Natsuki really want to trust another? She had made a promise with herself long ago never to trust any other human being as long as she lived. Not since it happened… but then again she felt so safe with Shizuru. Something about the elegant woman made her want to trust again.
"Bah!" Natsuki scoffed aloud.
'Let's see if it stays that way, after all, all people are liars and back-stabbers in the end.'
She rolled into a different position. But something deep inside had failed to leave.
'This warm feeling… it's still here…why?'
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OOOOOO……what did Shizuru do to Natsuki while she slept? You'll find out later!