Breathless

Sesshy's Mistress

Summary: He could hardly recall the last time he had gazed into those familiar blue eyes. Even now as he stood watching her, he could hardly believe what his eyes were showing him. It was in that instant when their eyes met that he knew for certain it was her-the same eyes, the same smile, the same face. It was all the same…

Disclaimer: I do not own the characters

Note: I blame El3v3n! You best thank her…

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6 Months Later

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"I'm surprised you would go against advice from such a reliable source," Sebastian's tone of voice was neutral as he stood slightly behind Ciel. His eyes were glowing red as he looked down upon the slightly shorter male whose sole attention was focused on one particular person. Her name was Usagi Tsukino, and she had quickly become and obsession for Ciel Phantomhive. Since first catching a passing glance, Ciel Phantomhive had been desperate to learn more and figure out every detail concerning the reincarnated form of his mother.

"His reliability has always been of question since that incident…"Ciel's voice came out as a hiss. Sebastian chuckled at Ciel's expense, earning a cold and steely glare that would terrify any other, but not him. Sebastian had spent too much time with his young Master.

A loud whistle blew, racing through the air and drawing the two demon's attention. Their eyes quickly flickered back to the blonde who, along with several others, took off into a fast run. Her long blonde hair whipped behind her furiously as her long legs slammed into the ground fiercely. Her form was quickly breaking free of the group, pushing into first place as a brunette closed in from behind.

"Why not go down and join the crowd?" Sebastian finally suggested when it appeared that his Master would not relent in his search for answers. The Undertaker had been very vague in his description of the 'higher powers' as he had called them, but the thought made Sebastian slightly unsettled. Reapers were powerful beings, and someone with the power to control them was something to be aware of, indeed.

The crowd cheered as it came down to the last lap. Usagi was still holding first place, but the brunette that trailed behind her refused to give up. They both pushed themselves harder as the wind began to pick up pace, slamming against their forms and causing them some resistance.

"Might as well," Ciel moved forward. His movements were swift and flowing as he made his way to the front of the crowd. Sebastian was not far behind; however, he chose a different position to take while still being close enough to be of assistance if his Master so needed it. Both beings, along with the crowd, watched as Usagi crossed the finish line, taking first place with her. Her heavy steps became softer as she came to a stop, chest heaving as she swallowed down large gulps of air.

"Way to go!" Makoto came up behind her and slapped her on the back. "That was an awesome race." She, too, was out of breath. It had been the two of them racing against each other. The other girls were fast, but nothing could beat the training that came with being a Sailor Senshi. "Rematch soon?"

"Haha," Usagi laughed as they both reached out to grab a water bottle being offered to them. "Give me a while to recuperate first, okay?" Usagi gave a playful nudge to Makoto's side, causing the taller girl to snort water out of her nose accidentally. "Oops, I forgot you were kind of ticklish there, hehe."

"Uh huh," Makoto sent her a doubtful look. "You going to the Crowne or are you going to head home now?" The two moved to their belongings and retrieved their towels, using them to pat the sweat off of their bodies.

"I've got to head on home," Usagi answered honestly. "Mamoru is due back for a short vacation, and I received a letter from Chibi-Usa saying that she may also come and visit. I think that last attack really has her worried." Usagi draped the towel around her neck and played with the lid to her bottled water. When the Senshi and Mamoru had been attacked, their future counterparts had fallen into a deep slumber. The entire future that Chibi-Usa had known was almost completely destroyed for good. Since then, the child – brat as Usagi would teasingly call her at times – would return for short and brief 'inspections.'

"I'll have to bake her some cookies, then," Makoto mentally ran over the list of ingredients that she would need. "Though I may have to run to the store since I am running low on chocolate."

"Definitely," Usagi instantly perked up a little more. "Because if you make her some cookies-"

"I'll have to make you some," This time it was Makoto who nudged Usagi, making the girl jump away from her. Makoto may have been slightly ticklish, but Usagi was very sensitive in this regard. She was still laughing as her and Makoto parted their separate ways. Of course the track event was still continuing; however, Usagi and Makoto had finished their portions. Both had spent the better part of the past four months training for the event. Each pushed the other even further in their attempts to become better, and it all paid off at the end.

Usagi took the longer way back to her and Mamoru's apartment. According to the phone call she received from him the night before, he would be home the next day and stay for four days before flying back home. Normally he would spend this kind of mini break at the college, catching up on his studies; however, after hearing about Usagi's troubling dream, he had decided to return for this break.

Usagi had felt guilty at first, but after a while, she was thankful. She had told Mamoru about the dream, but what she had not told him was that it was repeating. At first it was once in a while, then several times a month, a couple times a week, and now it had begun to occur every night. Nothing she did would help. Even the intense training was not enough to tire her out. Something was wrong, and it wasn't just the dreams.

Sighing, Usagi lifted her arms and stretched out her aching muscles. She had been so ready for the track event that it had made her tense, not a good thing before a race! Lowering her arms, she reached behind her head and let her hair free. She could feel the sweat in her hair start to dry, and it was horrible. All she wanted to do was go home, shower, and then fix a really quick supper before she began to do a little housework.

Usagi continued on her way to her apartment while running her fingers through her long hair. Since she decided to try out for the community track team, she had her hair cut down to her lower thighs. She still kept it in her traditional 'Odango' style; however, now the ends came to her butt. It made training easier and it also prevented her hair from tanging around someone racing behind her. She missed the length, but it was growing quickly; it always did.

It was while she was pulling her hair into a messy ponytail, a temporary style until she managed a shower, that she noticed two figures trailing behind her. She stopped and turned to look behind her, but when she did, the figures were gone.

"What the?" She questioned while focusing on her Senshi powers and searching for any demonic or evil aura. Her search came up empty. "Paranoid much, Usagi?" She scolded herself. Shaking her head quickly, Usagi began to jog the rest of the way to her apartment. She had too much to do and very little time to get it all done. Those dreams and hallucinations could bother her later!

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"Mother!" Cried a small child as he came running towards her. He was holding his hands out to her. The small hands were cupped together; it was obvious that he had something to shower her. Usagi felt herself moving to take the small child into her arms, bringing his small and warm body against her own in an endearing hug.

"Careful," The child pouted as he struggled to keep his surprise safe. Usagi laughed and moved her fingers over his little hands.

"What did you find?" Her voice was not her own. It was familiar, but the accent and manner of speaking was not familiar to her.

"This!" The small child opened his hands and presented Usagi with a beautiful butterfly; it's wings were painted a beautiful and almost metallic blue that shone under the light of the sun. "Can we keep it?" The little boy's chubby face was set in a pleading look, causing Usagi to chuckle once more.

"Oh, but we can't, my love," Usagi spoke gently. The child's face set into a pout and tears formed around his eyes. "Just as you are my sunshine, so too is this butterfly." Usagi lifted her hand and gently traced the child's hand, drawing closer to the beautiful creature which slowly opened and shut its wings, as if testing its newfound freedom. "Won't its mother and father worry for him?"

It took several contemplative moments, but the boy nodded solemnly. "Yes, they would."

Usagi placed her lips against the child's brow, smiling against the warmth of his skin. As she pulled back, she ran her fingers through his dark bangs, brushing them out of his eyes. The two smiled at each other, unaware as the butterfly took to the air, dancing around them before flying towards the sun, forever out of reach.

As the two looked to the sky, attempting to follow the butterfly's path, it was then that the scene changed dramatically. The beautiful butterfly caught on fire and plummeted to the ground in front of the duo. The flowers and grass that surrounded them caught fire. The hungry flames devoured everything as it surrounded the two. Usagi screamed and tried to scoop up the child, but he disappeared from her grasp. Startled, she turned around in circles, searching for him. The sky was going out of focus only to change altogether. Instead of the beautiful blue sky with puffs of white clouds, Usagi was now in a room and furniture surrounded her. Fire soared from all angles, catching upon her dress.

She screamed as the fire licked at her skin, charring the milky white flesh and turning it black….

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The shadows of her room began to move as Usagi's form continued to toss and turn on her bed. Sweat coated her skin, making it glow under the light of the moon which shone from the window. She had always felt better with the light of the moon shining upon her, and had hoped it's healing light would fight off the nightmares which plagued her…but to no avail. Her body trembled as she remained trapped in the fiery hell that was her mind.

From beside of the window appeared the Undertaker. His dark suit allowed him to blend in with the shadows. The only part of it which showed in contrast to the darkness was the silver undershirt which was a perfect match for his long hair. Green eyes glowed behind his glasses as his light steps drew him closer to the dreaming beauty.

He all but floated to her side and took a seat on the edge of the large bed, the one closest to her. His lips tugged into a smirk while one of his hands moved to brush her bangs from her brow where they clung to the sweaty skin. The familiar crescent moon shone under her bangs, pulsing in time with her rapidly beating heart. The smirk fell away to be replaced by a frown.

"Only one chance meeting and the fabric of time has already become tangled," He chuckled. "How far will you fall and who will you take with you in the coming future, my Queen?" A movement at the end of the bed caught the Undertaker's eye. Her advisor, the cat named Luna, stirred.

"U-usagi?" Luna whined as she cracked open an eye to examine her charge. The blonde was asleep, but it seemed as if she suffered another nightmare. Luna stood to all fours and moved closer to the girl. Nuzzling Usagi's cheek with her nose, Luna curled up next to her charge and purred softly, hoping the gentle rhythm would soothe her dreams. Little did the cat know that she and Usagi were not alone this night. From the shadows the Undertaker watched in amusement as the cat tried to soothe the moon child. He stayed for only a few more fleeting seconds before his form disappeared.

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Ciel sat at his desk and went through the many documents and photos which concerned Usagi Tsukino and her many adventures as Tokyo's heroine. Pictures of her from birth to present were at his disposal, and many magazine, newspaper, and stolen photos of Tokyo's hero covered his desk, as well as video footage taken during several attacks. Ciel could hardly believe that this woman was his mother. The woman he had fought to avenge for so long.

He would constantly find himself doubting his sanity at times while looking through the large pile of information; however, when he returned to a picture of her face, he knew. It was her. There was no mistaking this fact. Usagi Tsukino was Lady Rachel Phantomhive. They were one and the same. She was his mother.

He would not lose her again!

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Sebastian had been ordered to follow Usagi Tsukino for the day while Ciel attended to some unfinished business with the Phantomhive's relationship to Japan. The demon followed his orders as always and found himself following the blonde to Tokyo's International Airport. Sebastian's dark eyes narrowed upon her form as she made her way through the airport.

It appeared that she knew where she needed to be and when. He idly wondered if she was leaving, yet there had been nothing taken with her upon leaving her apartment. Sebastian threw that theory to the side and followed at a relatively safe distance which would ensure that she would not notice his presence. He and his Master had been quite surprised at her awareness to their presence quite a few times. Her senses were fine tuned to anything out of the ordinary, especially in regards to demonic nature; it had made things more difficult for them.

While Ciel was annoyed, Sebastian was intrigued. There were not many humans who could sense his presence. Yet, one had to wonder, was she really human after all? Even if she was reincarnated, her powers were a testimony to her differences to that of the average human.

A voice rang through the air, announcing the arrival of a flight bound from the United States. The gate that the plane would arrive at was also the gate at which Usagi Tsukino had arrived and taken a seat. It appeared that she was waiting for someone to arrive. Sebastian situated himself nearby and watched her through the thick crowds that constantly passed to and fro in search of their destination. It would be several minutes before passengers started to be unloaded from the gate at which Usagi was seated. She stood expectantly and watched the flow of people move pass her.

Sebatian's dark gaze narrowed upon her when she suddenly moved forward to embrace a very tall male. His features were of traditional Japenese descent, but his skin tone, much like hers, was slightly off color. Sebastian reached into his breast pocket and retrieved a phone. With a quick flip and a short pause, he had Ciel on the phone and reported to him the current situation in regards to Usagi Tsukino.

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Usagi wrapped her arms tightly around Mamoru's neck and buried her face in the curve of his shoulder. His scent was familiar and relaxing to her. He made everything feel and seem better; it was amazing. His strong arms were around her in an instant, lifting her feet from the ground as he spun her around in circles. Once her feet touched the ground, she looked up to him and smiled in relief. With him here, everything would be better. Mamoru always knew what to do and how to make her feel better. He would chase away these confusing dreams.

"How have you been?" His deep voice vibrated around her, making her relax unconsciously. All of the stress brought on by the dreams suddenly melted away. She felt like she could breathe again!

"It doesn't matter," She shook her head and lifted a hand to cup his cheek. "You're here now." She smiled at him and he returned the smile, albeit wearily. He knew she was troubled. The girls had been reporting to him on her condition. Unlike Usagi, they held nothing back.

"Usako," He whispered softly while pulling back to examine her face more closely. His hand moved to cup her chin, lifting her face to make his inspection easier. His blue eyes narrowed in concern when he first noticed the heavy and dark circles under her eyes. Then his gaze easily recognized stress lines dotting her brow, and the lack of color in her cheeks. Something was troubling his Bunny more than she let others know. "Please."

"Not here," She begged softly. "At home." She smiled for him, but he knew it was not reflective of how she truly felt. He sighed but relented. Taking her hand, he let her guide him to claim his luggage. Then they would head home where he would get to the bottom of this.

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"Usagi," Mamoru could not hold the worry and disappointment from his voice as she finished reciting her latest dream. "Why didn't you tell me about this?" He moved closer to her and wrapped an arm around her shoulders. His other hand reached out to turn her face towards him. Her eyes refused to meet his, though.

"I didn't want to worry you needlessly," she spoke gently as her eyes remained glued to his feet. She couldn't bear to look into his eyes and see the disappointment that lay in those deep depths. Her hand moved to cover his which still lingered on the curve of her cheek. She squeezed his hands in reassurance. "Remember when you were in my position?"

"I do, but circumstances were different," he placed a kiss on her brow. "Those were dreams, these seem to be more like visions. Have you spoke to Rei or Setsuna about them?"

Usagi shook her head. "Not completely."

"Why not?" Mamoru prodded.

"I don't wish to worry them either," she answered honestly. "They are just now beginning to enjoy a peaceful life. I do not want to take that from them anymore than I would wish to take that from you!" She finally looked at him. Her eyes were pleading as she silently begged him to understand her predicament. "Besides, it's probably just stress!" She shrugged her shoulders in hopes the lie would be believed, but even she knew it would not.

"Maybe," Mamoru relented for the night. It was obvious that this topic was still sore for her. She was obviously scared and confused. He remembered that feeling well; however, he refused to let that rule her life like it did for his those many years ago. He regretted the choice to push her away back then, and he wouldn't let her make that same mistake. Again, he pressed a kiss to her brow and then suggested they go on to bed. After all, according to Chibi-Usa's note, the child would be arriving tomorrow if all went well.

"Okay, Mamo-chan," Usagi smiled and walked hand in hand with him to the bedroom. That night, Usagi's dreams were not plagued by the fire or child, but, instead, of a man with dark eyes that seemed to be almost black. He stood alone in a beautiful garden, and in his hands he held a toy. It was a small, grey bunny. One ear stood straight up and the other flopped down to the side. A hat sat atop his head, a bow tie around his neck, and an eye patch hid one eye from view. For some reason, this vision caused a pain within her chest. The vision of the man was so clear and the look he bestowed upon her was one of affection and love.

"Rachel…"

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Okay so this is a short installment to Breathless…. Yeah, this will be turned into a story. You all can thank El3v3n for that, by the way. LoLxD! She was very adamant that I turn this into a story. I was not planning to do this, mind you… so go thank her and demand that she update my favorite story or that she make a new story in the fashion of the advice that I sent her in the past. :P

If any of you are reading this to find out as to whether or not I will be updating other stories. I will, but not until finals are over, which is this coming week. By Friday, I will be a free woman! Yay! Also, if you are concerned about My Fairytale, I apologize. I will not be updating that story until YamiNocturna and JayFic Lover update their stories, as per our agreement. So, do not message me through review or PM demanding I update those other stories, because it will do no good. If you seek an update, inquire with YamiNocturna and JayFic Lover, but be nice and courteous about it if you do, okay? I do not wish for them to be offended or upset because people sent them rude messages. Thanks!

I was going to add Chibi-Usa's arrival, but decided I needed to stop here. You will see her come into the scene next time, as well as Ciel's reaction to 'Mamo-chan' and Chibi-Usa… dun dun dun!

RxR

Sesshy

PS: Sorry, El3ven, about the Mamo/Usa scenes, but it had to be done for the story...plus, that is only a preview of things to come if I do not see some Yami/Usagi action! Dun Dun DUUUUUUUUUNNNNN