With a huff, I leaned against the counter since the couch was taken over by couples making out and drinking fruity alcoholic beverages. Speaking of couples, I couldn't find my date. Mamo-chan even promised he wouldn't leave my side. He had to grab something to drink and of course friends called me over to dance in the midst of a huge crowd. I wasn't even thinking that Mamo-chan couldn't find me if I were hidden.

Probably because of the alcohol I had. I didn't consume that much, though. Just enough to relax and be able to dance freely.

Five minutes.

We, Mamo-chan and I and everybody else, were asked by Minako to come to this extravagant New Year's Eve party at her mansion. Minako was this incredibly famous actress earning her money from all of her modeling shoots and obviously acting. I had to go, not because there were going to be a few of her famous friends attending, but she was my best friend. I couldn't say no. Plus, the party was pretty awesome… besides the fact my date was nowhere to be found.

Two minutes.

Where in the world was Mamo-chan? He was supposed to be here by my side and watching the ball drop. And to give me a wonderful kiss that leaves me breathless when the new year struck. I was always told to stay where I was so if someone was looking for me, they could find me. I just hoped Mamo-chan could find me in…

Forty-five seconds.

I sighed as I watched everyone else immerse themselves in the excitement of the ball dropping and holding each other's hands in anticipation. I'll admit it, I was extremely jealous. Jealous because I wished I could be cuddling against Mamoru's chest and holding his hands. The mansion was rather large… a person could easily become lost in this crowd.

"Five, four!"

I felt my body being turned around and my heart skipped a beat. My eyes met a pair of dark blue ones and a wide smile spread across my face. Butterflies soared inside my stomach; like they always do when I'm around my prince.

"Three, two!"

"Mamo-chan!" I exclaimed happily, realizing that we will be together for the start, the very first second, of this year.

"One! Happy New Year!"

His lips crashed into mine and I temporarily submersed myself into him. I shut out the cheers and the sounds of the others having their own new year's kiss. Swarms of more butterflies danced and tickled my stomach. His arms were secure around my waist and mine wrapped around his neck.

It was the perfect way to start the year.

"Happy New Year, Usako," he said, his breath tickling my lips. We were both smiling after we finished our midnight kiss.

I am sooooo sorry it's been such a long time that I've last updated. I've just been so busy! I think there are only going to be two more chapters, because I don't believe I could sqeeuze anymore than that. So, I hope you enjoyed this one shot and Happy New Year! Don't forget to review and thank you for reading! :)