Epilogue…

Dark clouds graced the sky, as heavy rain pelted the windows, heralding a brand new day, bringing with it a feeling of staying indoors. What little light the day brought shone through maroon curtains, highlighting the room dimly. A musical tone broke the monotony of pouring rain, alerting the owner of their presence. A mumbled groan joined the tone, as they finally awoke, somewhat at least. In the dimly lit room, on a covered double bed, a pale arm emerged, snaking its way out seeking out the annoying device. After much tapping and bumping their way along the bedside table, the phone was now clenched tight in victory. Silver luscious hair framing sleep filled eyes, peeked out from beneath the covers, looking to the caller ID. With a resigned sigh, knowing this couldn't be good news, pulled herself gently into a seating position, with long toned legs dangling over the edge she flipped open the phone to answer.

"Sorry to disturb you Shizuma, but something urgent needs your attention. You need to come in." A cool collected voice informed her

"Oh well there goes my plans for today" the silver haired woman sighed, looking fondly at the other occupant of her bed behind her.

"Oh yes if you know how to reach Miss Aoi, please inform her as well, her presence is also expected. Don't be late" with a click the call disconnected.

Shizuma closed her phone, laying it on her bedside table, ready to lie back in bed dismissing the call somewhat. Smiling as her plan was nicely interrupted, as two arms wrapped around her neck and a soft feather kiss on her cheek.

"Going somewhere?" the newly awoken asked

"Unfortunately." Shizuma leant back slightly into the embrace, loving the feel of the body pressed against hers.

"No fair." A grumbled voice muttered their displeasure "I was looking forward to spending more time with you today"

Shizuma pulled out of the arm lock, turning her body to face them. A smirk played across her lips.

"How much would you give to spend time with me today?" purring a little

"I don't have to give you anything." Scooting away further from Shizuma who looked at her in worry "It's obvious where you're going, with that look on your face."

Shizuma climbed back fully onto the bed, crawling over to the other woman, her back still facing her. Shizuma was about to talk to find out what she meant by that, but her question was soon answered.

"It's another woman isn't it? Of course it is. What else could it be" the voice sounding sarcastic

Shizuma's eyes widened at that, true it was a woman on the other end of the line, but Miyuki was her boss and friend, not some other piece of skirt. It made her frown just thinking about it. Not to mention what Tamao would do to her even if she tried. She decided to be blunt about her answer, reaching out to grab the woman pulling her firmly onto the bed. After straddling her for extra insurance, though if she were to be honest she loved how it made her look, as she gazed seductively into red eyes. It was then she finally realised that, she was trying very hard not to laugh. Shizuma glared at her hard.

"What's so funny?"

"Shouldn't you be trying to contact a Miss Aoi to let her know of M's request?" trying very hard to sound innocent "She could be very busy and hard to get a hold of, considering the amount of work she has."

It slowly dawned on Shizuma, that the little red imp under her had a very, very good point. Leaning in closer, skin touching skin, she nibbled on her ear making the woman shiver in pleasure. As from the corner of her eye, she saw another mobile open with the symbol of Astraea showing. The trouble this woman does to her. All of it good.

"You're right. Miyuki will have to wait for me to find her to tell her. Could take a good few hours" Shizuma whispered in her ear.

"I wonder where she could be." Nagisa whispered back as she started to kiss her way up her neck to find soft lips seeking hers.

It would be a hell of a long time before those two decide to think about anything other than each other. Especially the phone call.

Astraea…

Miyuki had just put down the phone, as she finished her call to her best friend. Her mind told her that no matter what time she sent for Shizuma, she would always arrive late. Miyuki had the feeling that this time, would be the same only accompanied by a certain redhead agent of hers. Her musings were cut short, when a familiar blunette knocked twice on her door and entered, carrying with her a tray holding the much appreciated tea she had requested earlier. Tamao walked quickly over, not spilling a drop, placing it within easy reach but out of the way of the documents.

"Did you contact Nagisa?" Miyuki asked whilst pouring both of them a cup

"I did. She said she will be here as you requested" Tamao informed her holding a smug smile

Miyuki huffed at what she just heard "I don't think Shizuma has plans for them to come in on time today. Knowing her as I do."

"You don't know Nagisa M. She will find some way to get them both here; she takes it seriously, though I guess they might be a little late. Can't be as bad as Shizuma for sure." Tamao looked a little worried now

"I can't believe their still hiding the fact that they are together" Miyuki rolled her eyes, sipping her favourite blend.

Tamao just stared at Miyuki, looking like she was trying not to laugh out right. Miyuki caught the face, wondering what she said that was so funny. They had been working closely together for a long time, enough to know the other pretty well, but this flummoxed her.

"What did I say?!" looking a bit unsure

"Miyuki do you honestly, care if they are together?"

"If you put it like that, no I don't, as long as it doesn't get in the way of their missions. But since she's my best friend I'll always worry and care. I can always use it, to tease Shizuma in any case." looking delighted at the thought. Tamao just laughed with Miyuki joining in after a few seconds.

Their lives were uncertain enough as it was, any mission they were sent on could be their last. To truly live their life to the fullest; they loved when they felt it, they lived every day as if was their last. That is their way of life, to sacrifice so much for the sake of everyone else, knowing that no thanks or recognition would be given for their hard work, only with their own knowledge do they know what they have accomplished. The bravery of many goes unrewarded and unnoticed by all.

End Mission One

AN: I hope you enjoyed this adventure! Please let me know if you would like another story written in the future. But for now I am off to write my finale Mythical Few: Rebirth which will take a while since I want to make it the finale it and you deserve. R/R please :)