By the time Histy got home she noticed that there were a lot more plates in the sink than normal, she figured that it just meant that Nepgear's friends stayed over fairly late. After mulling it over for a few seconds she decided to check up on Nepgear and make sure she was alright, she was really nervous about meeting Neptune after all. After ascending the stairs and checking in on her daughter's room the sight that greeted her made her heart light up like a lantern. Nepgear was holding onto her sister like she was a stuffed teddy bear (and her pajamas were fully buttoned).

'I guess I was worried for nothing, maybe I'll order sushi as a welcoming gift for Neptune, if she's anything like her father I'm sure she'll love some food.'

As peace overtook the household of purple, and entirely different feeling was going around with the other girls that had been there only a few hours ago.

Vert & Blanc

Even though very few people knew about it, Blanc and Vert had ended up moving in together after Blanc's parents moved back to Russia, and it just so happened that Vert's parents were on a buisness trip to Italy. The two often spent their nights reading (Blanc) and online (Vert) though occasionally they would end up playing games well into the night together, like today for instance.

"You cheatin sack of melons!"

"It's not my fault that you're awful at shooting games."

"You keep shooting me when my back was turned!"

"Then you should learn to be more aware of your surroundings."

"Tch." It was not uncommon for their games sessions to end with an arousing round of screaming and arguing to the point that if they didn't live in Vert's mansion they'd most likely get a supply of never-ending noise complaints. Of course it was exceedingly rare for them to go to sleep early, it usually only happened once in a blue moon.

"Say, what do you think of that Neptune girl?"

"She's weird! I mean did you see the way she was looking at me?"

"Yes Blanc, I was there too, I'm just curious is all. And if I had to guess I would probably assume that there was more to that look than meets the eye."

"What're you getting at?"

"Do you remember the face Noire made when she told us about what happened to her parents?"

"Yeah... I guess you have a point, but what does that have to do with Neptune? I mean it was similar and all, but it looked different at the same time."

"I suppose so, speaking of Noire, I really hope she's alright, she told me that she started having nightmares again."

"Again? Is she still moping around about her parents?"

"Are you sure you're in any place to judge?"

"Fair enough... Let's go another round, this time I'll wipe the floor with you."

"Challenge accepted, shall we make our usual deal?"

"Fine, but I'm not losing this time so you better be ready."

Noire's Nightmare

Noire woke up and headed downstairs to greet her mother and father, breakfast was ready and waiting as usual, except this time it was a big plate of pancakes and yummy strawberry milk, her favorites.

"Yay, mommy what are we doing today? Is there something special?"

"Wha? You must be kidding, It's your birthday Noire."

"Huh, it is?"

"Hahah, I'll bet she's still so excited about having a little sister now that she forgot about her own birthday."

"Th-that's not true, I knew about it, I was just making sure you remembered is all." In signature Noire fashion she raised a hand and tossed it through one of her twintails in an attempt to play off her embarrassment and look cool.

"Aww you're always so cute when you're being prissy Noire." Sadly for Noire, her mother was really really good at pushing her buttons.

"W-whatever."

"Well just so you know, there is something important going on today, were going on a trip to the mall today and we're gonna bring baby Uni to see all the sights."

"Oh cool, I-i mean, I guess that sounds kinda fun."

"Alright then when you finish your breakfast I want you to go get ready cause your father and I wanna get there early."

"Okay."

And with great gusto Noire dug into the delicious treats laid out before her and after a few good minutes of bliss she headed off to get ready. It may have taken a while to decide what to wear but she did eventually find something good to wear, she was really excited to play with Uni too. She was definitely going to be a great big sister for her and show her all of the coolest sights there were to see in and around the mall. She was even hoping her parents would let her push the stroller. Time almost literally flew by since it took no time at all before they arrived in front of the mall.

"Okay Noire, if you and Uni get lost meet us right back here okay? Right in front of the big stone monument you hear?"

"Don't worry mom, I've got it, It's not like I'm gonna get separated from you guys very easily."

And it only took all of 5 minutes before she and Uni were lost.

"Hahaha" Uni of course was completely oblivious, being a newborn will often do that you.

"Well at least you're happy." Noire had to admit, she kinda envied how cheerful her sister was, even if she was just a baby it was always nice to see them laugh rather than cry. It seemed like Uni was just more gleeful than most babies too, it was very rare to see her crying. Noire liked to think she was also kind of like that, but she was only two... well technically three staring today but still.

"Nu."

"Nu?" 'Is Uni okay? Is she scared? Does she need a change cuz if that's true then there is no way that I'm gonna-'

"Nuwa."

"Nuwa...? Me...? Yeah, It's me Uni, your big sis Nuwa, that's me Uni. Oh I can't wait to tell mom and dad! You just said your first word! What're we standing around here for, let's go look for them, maybe they're waiting by that big stone thingie already, come on let's go!"

"heeheeeee." Noire couldn't be more excited, Uni's laughter was turning Noire's smile into the biggest grin a person could have on their face, it was the type of grin that looked like it belonged on the face a samurai with naturally wavy silver hair. She was even picking up speed and Uni really liked going fast in her stroller if her laughter was any indication, she still couldn't believe it, Uni had said her name, it sounded a bit funny, but it was definitely her name, and her first word to boot. Noire wasn't sure if the day could even get better than this.

"aaargh!"

As Noire was beginning to calm down a little she slowed down as she began to hear voices, they sounded pretty far away but they were definitely there. As she got closer to the noise she noticed that the sky was getting pretty dark, almost like it was going to rain soon. When she got closer she saw something... something big and black, and there was a bunch of red stuff around it that looked like-

"GRRRRR"

She froze, she was scared, Uni had stopped laughing but was looking at her sister with a confused look. Noire had never felt so scared in her life, she really wanted to be with her mom and dad, she didn't want to be here.

*sniff sniff*

The black beast turned and looked straight at Noire, and then... it smiled at her and walked away...

...

...

She wasn't sure what just happened but it looked like it was leaving... but what was it doing here, and what was all that red stuff on the ground behind... it...

"mommy... daddy..."

And then Noire opened her eyes, she was in her room. The nightmare always ended there, it always did, and this time was no different. It took years, but Noire had come to find out that that black beast was a demon, at first she wanted revenge, but after so long with no leads she gave up on that idea entirely. She had trained a lot and gotten stronger, but all of it was reserved for protecting Uni and all of their friends as well. Make no mistake though, Noire still carries that grudge deep within her heart, one can't help but shudder to think what she might do if she were to see another demon appear in front of her.

After taking a glance at the clock she realized that she overslept, it read 2 o'clock. Trying to get her mind off of those terrible memories she took in a few deep breaths and rubbed her forehead. She really hoped this wouldn't become a regular thing.

'Wait a minute... why does my chest feel kinda wet? and heavy? And what's with this pleasant smell?'

As Noire looked down she found her answer in the form of Neptune with her face in Noire's chest and it looked like she was drooling too (deja vu).

"Hey Nepgear, where did your sister go?"

"WHAT THE HELL DO YOU THINK YOU'RE DOING?!"

"Apparently she's in Noire's room."

"Oh boy."

"Why are you in my room?! Who let you in here?! Why are you here?!"

"Relax Noirey, we just dropped by to see if you guys wanted to hang out with us."

"Why would I want to hang out with you?"

"Because you don't have any friends?"

"Wha?" 'Does she know? No there's no way! She's only known me for a few hours so its impossible'

So apparently being called a loner is more offensive than breaking and entering (If Noire's expression is anything to go by).

"How dare yo-"

"So, you comin or what?"

"... fine... but its not because I'm lonely or anything."

"Sure its not." And so it went that the group of four headed out for a day of fun and smiles and food, you can't forget the food. Though whether or not it would just be a normal day out has yet to be seen.

Hello Darkness, my old friend! If you thought this series wouldn't have any you were wrong. But where do we go from here... I dunno.

"He's lying, he knows exactly where its going, don't believe him!"

I'll buy you some pudding if you shut up.

"Okey dokey."

Okay then, now if you don't mind you may have the honor of doing the outro.

"You got it bub, Thanks so much for reading and until next time, see ya guys!"