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"Sailor Star Healer..." Looking up towards Sagittarius between her lose hanging bangs. Watching how she moved closer to where she was kneeling upon the ground. She didn't dare say another word, just watching her actions. The moment Sagittarius's finger reached out and touched the star along her headband it was if a light came on and she recognized her. "It's you..."



Sailor Star Healer looked as though she was about to say something, however with Sagittarius moving faster for a time to wrap her small arms around her in a hug. "...You are the most important person in my life. You are the person I will protect." She gasped lightly, at the hug. It wasn't long until, Healer wrapped her arms around Sagittarius in responsive hug in return. She smelled sweet, like honeydew on a summer breeze. Holding Sagittarius close but not so much that she smothered her. That was when she saw she began to glow. "There is something wrong with you... I can sense you aren't yourself. I will help you." Here Healer was being gentle with the hug but suddenly could feel Sagittarius hug and hold her closer and tighter as the light surrounded them. Healer gasped again, but not in pain but in relief. The ailment that she had been fighting was being drawn out of her. She could feel the negativity being pulled out of her like having her blood drawn. But everywhere, simultaneously at once! Feeling better as the negative energy was being withdrawn in what felt like seconds.

"Kira-chan! What's happening?!"

Once the negative energy had been removed, Sagittarius's small hands took a hold of Healer's own gloved hands and the gaze shared between them was much more familiar. "Thank you for helping me." Holding onto that gaze a little longer until she looked away to address Sailor Moon.

"Don't be alarmed. Sailor Star Healer will be fine. I'm able to take away the negative energy she had and gave her positive energy." Feeling those turquoise eyes align back with her own, "My name is Sailor Sagittarius... I am the physical form of who you call "Kira"'s magic." It took a moment for that information to sink in. 'My name is Sailor Sagittarius. . . she's the physical form of Kira's magic? How? How is that possible?' Star Healer wondered.

"You're... not actually Kira?"
"But... you're small... smaller than me."
"I am her magic's physical form, how you see me is how much strength Sailor Sagittarius has. If I had a physical form, I should be the same height as 'Kira' but...The person you call Kira has used too much magic recently. That's why I look like this."
"How are we able to see you? Can you tell us where we are?"
"You are inside the Crystal in Kira's chest."

The moment Sailor Sagittarius said that they were all inside of the crystal her jaw fell slack. 'Is that possible!? How can we all be inside Kira's crystal!? And how did we get here??' Healer thought to herself, not realizing her questions would be answered sooner versus later.

"WHAT?! Inside the Crystal?! How do we get out?! Kira-chan is in danger!"
"Do not worry, Kira is safe. Days here are seconds in the outside world. Kira used her magic to remove you all from the situation you were in, to protect you. I can get you out."
"But won't that use your magic? her magic?"
"That's correct. Kira will not be able to transform for a while, she will need to recover her strength. She is...She puts being a Senshi first, but I am not strong enough yet to provide any assistance."

Feeling the warmth of someone's body being close behind her, Healer glanced back to see that Star Maker was standing tall, behind where she was still knelt along the ground before Sailor Sagittarius. "Princess...Can you tell us how to get the Crystal out?"

"Sailor Scorpio is the only one that can remove it."

"Are you s----" Her question got practically run over by Sailor Moon's reaction to that news.

"But HOW?! Why?! Why can't we do it?! There has to be another way!"
"Only Sailor Scorpio can do it. I'm sorry I can't help, my voice only belongs in here."
"Kira-chan can you tell us how to get her to take it out?"
"I can't answer that. I am not Kira, I am the magic she summons. You will need to ask Kira for that information."

Reaching out delicately to touch Sailor Sagittarius's shoulder, "I think.. I understand that you say that you are part of Kira. As in being part of Kira's magic. Which means the crystal, right? What do you mean that your voice only belongs in here? Are you not part of Kira's consciousness as well? Her guardian angel?" Not knowing if she would have heard her until she made contact with her once more. She was trying to have a better understanding about Kira's physical form of magic. Perhaps it would be too difficult to explain. She was uncertain, it didn't hurt to ask, right?

"What's...that? That glowing...over there...Kira-chan... what is that?" Before Sailor Sagittarius had the time to answer her, she heard Sailor Moon make a mentioning of something behind them. Turning her head to glance in the direction of what Sailor Moon was pointing out then.

"That is the Princess."

"The Princess. . ?!" Speaking in barely a whisper as she looked across the way at the distance between where they all were located to where the princess was now pointed out.

"The Princess?! You mean..."
"That is Princess Nova, she is here too... but..."
"Why didn't you tell us the Princess was here too?!"

Before Sailor Sagittarius was able to finish her explanation, Sailor Moon darted away from the gathering over to where the princess was. Slack jawed still, Star Healer rose up off of the ground at that point. By the time she was standing Sailor Moon was knocked off of the sphere and then rescued by Tuxedo Mask! Walking off to the side, as if she was lured towards the sphere. Not in the same mannerism as Sailor Moon was. She came to a stand still looking up at the darkened sphere before her. Behind the horizontal black electrical bolts spiraling around the sphere she could make out the outline of someone within. What caught her attention was the fact that the person's hands were bound up tightly in chains. This caused a deep frown to spill out along her brow. The closer the inspection of the princesses' body, Sailor Star Healer recognized the features along the princesses' face. Long brown, curling hair that was lax along her body. She appeared to be unconscious, like she was sleeping. But who could sleep in a position of being chained up like that? Was it the dark magic that placed her in chains? Or was it due to the fact because she has not awoken just yet? Questions Star Healer asked herself as she called out Kira's name. "Kira!" She said out loud, but conversation in the background washed out the name she called out. She didn't dare touch the surface of the electrified field before her. She wanted to, but remembered how Sailor Moon was thrown off violently.

"KIRA-CHAN?! AH!--...KIRA-CHAN?! Why... why?! Why is she there?! How can we get her out?!"

"That's... Princess Nova?!"
"That's the Princess?! Why is she chained up like that?"
"KIRA-CHAN!!! WAKE UP!"

"Chibiusa!!" "Chibiusa! Please don't touch the sphere! It's more than likely protected by a defensive mechanism. Which explains why Usagi was knocked back. Whatever this sphere's abilities truly are, they are more than likely protecting the princess encased within! Think about how your mother was encased in crystal for protection, Chibiusa. Perhaps what's going on with Kira is something similar."

As if Tuxedo Mask wasn't done rescuing Sailor Moon he turned just in time to try and persuade Chibi Moon from touching the sphere. With his hands full, they could only trust that Chibiusa would listen to him. Star Healer turned her attention away from Star Maker, Star Fighter and Sailor Uranus at that point paying heed to what Sailor Sagittarius had to say.

"...She cannot hear you. Princess Nova has not awoken because the Crystal is inside Kira, and that is stopping her from acquiring that magic. The Crystal needs to be removed first."

Like anyone present, hearing that Miya would have to be the one to remove the crystal she had implanted within Kira caused a large sway with the crowd. Everyone was on agreement that there was no way in hell would Miya do such a thing! How could they convince Miya to remove the crystal without killing Kira in the process?? Was there a way to do it and not cause harm or repercussions?

"Let me get this straight…you’re saying we need to find Miya and ask her to remove the crystal from Kira? She attacked Kira, twice! How are we supposed to ask someone like her?!
"Yes. I understand completely how you all feel right now, about Sailor Scorpio."
"Does Kira know about this?!"
"Yes, she is fully aware. And that is correct, to remove the crystal...only the person who placed it can remove it. I know this isn't much coming from myself... but...Kira feels strongly for her friend, like she does with all of you and...Kira would do anything to save her friend, her family. ...No matter what..."

"Kira-chan... how do we find Sailor Scorpio? How can we get her to take the Crystal out when she is against us?"
"I believe you already know that answer. Deep down in here. You have been in this situation before, and I believe you can help your friend. You are Sailor Moon...you are eternally the most beautiful shining star of all."
"Kira-chan... you're right, I have been here before and I'll do everything I can in my power to get your friend back, I promise."

"My time is running out. I want to show you one last thing that is important to you all, Sailor Moon. Your friends... Sailor Venus... Sailor Mercury... and Sailor Jupiter from your world... are here. They are inside the Crystal too."
"What?! WHERE?! WHERE KIRA-CHAN?!"

"This way, please come with me."
"TUXEDO MASK!! SAILOR MARS!!! OUR FRIENDS! WE HAVE TO FOLLOW THEM!!"



Standing there with a bewildering expression, Sailor Star Healer turned to look towards Star Maker, Star Fighter then towards Sailor Uranus. She didn't have to say a thing, everyone's facial expression and nods of understanding caused their small gathering to move forwards behind Sailor Moon, Sailor Chibi Moon, Luna, Tuxedo Mask and Sailor Mars over to where Sailor Sagittarius had lead them.

"SAILOR VENUS! SAILOR MERCURY! SAILOR JUPITER!!!!!"

"EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!"

Star Healer stopped dead in her tracks the moment the missing sailor scouts were placed on display before them. Sailor Moon's screams of agony could be heard across the universe no doubt! Looking over at Sailor Moon who stood there in tears seeing just where their friends where, she traded a glance over towards Star Fighter. Knowing fully well that she would Sailor Moon's rock. Someone to lean upon, to have an all out emotional cry upon. But that would have to wait. Shifting her gaze over at Chibi Moon and Luna who were also crying. And no doubt Sailor Mars was upset as well. It was hard to see the missing sailor scouts unconscious and not moving before them. Almost as if they were all locked in a timeless sleep spell. Chewing upon her lower lip Star Healer looked over at Star Maker then over at Sailor Sagittarius noticing her image began to flicker. "Sailor Sagittarius?!" She said in alarm and breaking away from the others to approach her. Wondering if there was anything that they could do. Only to hear that her power was decreasing with time. This hurt Star Healer to see Sagittarius in this condition, unable to do too much without draining her powers to offer assistance. And here... she went and used her powers to help remove the negative energy that had been lingering within.

"... My time is running out... but before... I... return you back to your world... there is always light at the end, and there is always hope. My magic isn't strong enough to set your friends free but... I was able to save him."
"It's Artemis! that's Artemis!"
"Artemis...you saved Artemis..."
"I'm sorry I couldn't save everyone, I am not strong enough yet. Artemis... will wake up in due time when you return back to your world."
"Kira-chan... y-your body...what's happening?"
"My power is decreasing, this usually happens when I am using my own power, this is what it looks like physically to the human eye. We... don't have much time left. I need to return you all back while I have enough strength... but before I do so, I ask one thing."
"Anything, Kira-chan..."
"Please do not let Kira transform... when I return you all back I will need to recover. If she tries to transform, she will not be able to, but she will try. Kira is tired and will likely collapse when she wakes up. Sailor Scorpio will continue to force her to transform when she is weakened, now is the time I am most vulnerable. It is easier to take energy, magic, and power from someone when they are transformed as it is exposed, even if Kira succeeds in her transformation. Please do not let that happen, please protect her as the consequences are fatal."
"Fatal?... what if she does transform? What if Sailor Scorpio takes her powers away?"
".....If her magic is taken away... your friends will no longer be able to return back, your friends and the Princess will be stuck inside the Crystal... forever."

"Then we must do everything in our power to prevent that from happening. Time is of the essence Sagittarius. What can we do to expedite our departure to save what power you have left? None of us want to watch you fade from existence, if we can prevent it."

"Kira must not transform, transforming uses magic that she will no longer have. This will delay her recovery time if she attempts this. To return you back there is 'Sailor Teleport' which is a group ability used by you, the Sailor Guardians, as you all will need to stand with your hands joined. This command allows you all to transport instantly to your desired destination, whether it be on the Earth's surface, core, or tens of thousands of light-years away in Outer Space. This is one you will be familiar with. Sailor Moon will need to stand in the middle with Artemis and Luna."

"I also suggest Kira, the Princess not live alone, it is not safe in her current state."
"I agree, and you might be able to answer this question, we think Kira will need to mask her disguise, will Sailor Moon's disguise pen work?"
"....Yes, it will work. Any disguise will because she isn't using her own power to change and fight, she is using a defense to mask her power. It does the opposite of what her transformation wand would do. This would be good in her day-to-day life to hide her power, Kira does not know how to do such things because she has always remained a Sailor Senshi up until this point so the enemy has been able to locate her easily, she does not have or own such a device though."
"Just like an on-and-off switch?"
"Correct. The Crystal also tracks where Kira is to the enemy, a disguise pen will hide her presence and she will be harder to track down. If you do this, she cannot stay in her current place, the enemy already knows where she lives. I suggest she uses the disguise before leaving the house she residing in as to them it will seem like she has disappeared and cannot locate her from then onwards as long as she does not transform using her transformation wand."
"So that's like we are tricking the enemy then? ...Papa, can we look after Kira-chan? Please?"
"...Prince Endymion... and Usagi Small Lady Serenity should not care for another Princess. It is too dangerous and puts you both at risk. Prince Endymion has family to care for first."



Moving closer (if that's even possible) beside the right side of where Chibi Moon stood beside Tuxedo Mask and asked, "Will we ever see you again Sailor Sagittarius?" Not just meaning Kira but see the magic within once more? Knowing that their time was limited, she knelt down once more and hugged Kira's physical 'magical' form and whispered to her, "You will not be forgotten, you are too important to everyone here. Important to Kira and important to me. I may not fully understand the magic to all of this... Just know this.. Sailor Sagittarius, I would give everything, my life and my last breath to make sure that Kira does not perish from this plane of existence. I would do so, with no hesitation."

Looking up towards Sailor Star Fighter, "Leader, I think it's best that we leave this realm as quickly as we possibly can. And perhaps lend Sailor Moon and the others our powers. Don't you agree?" Shifting her gaze from Star Fighter over to Star Maker. Knowing fully well that everyone would more than likely be on the same page.

"Let me get this straight…you’re saying we need to find Miya and ask her to remove the crystal from Kira? She attacked Kira, twice! How are we supposed to ask someone like her?!"

"Yes. I understand completely how you all feel right now, about Sailor Scorpio."

"Does Kira know about this?!"

"Yes, she is fully aware. And that is correct, to remove the crystal...only the person who placed it can remove it."

Star Fighter looked at the ground and thought "So why didn't she mention this to us...?" wondering why Kira kept quiet.

There seemed to be some chatter between the group, while Sailor Mars, Sailor Moon, Chibi Moon, and Tuxedo Mask all ran in the direction of where there was more fog that seemed to be covering three silhouettes, Star Fighter gave a nod to Star Maker to follow them. Sailor Uranus went after Sailor Moon and stopped suddenly at seeing her reaction to their friends.
Approaching the group, Star Fighter and Sailor Uranus couldn't believe that all this time the three Sailor Senshi that were missing were close by this whole time! They all got their answer as to where they were. "How do we get them out...safely?" she thought to herself, looking at Sailor Sagittarius walk back to the group holding something and then revealed who it was. Star Fighter stood back but heard the yelling from the others as to who it was.

"It's Artemis! that's Artemis!"
"Artemis...you saved Artemis..." Sailor Moon said, the soft warm feline from Sailor Sagittarius‘s hands. "I'm sorry I couldn't save everyone, I am not strong enough yet. Artemis... will wake up in due time when you return back to your world." The girl's body began to flicker like an old television a few times.
"Kira-chan... y-your body...what's happening?" Chibi Moon said, turning to face Sailor Sagittarius as she wiped her own tears away from her cheeks.
"My power is decreasing, this usually happens when I am using my own power, this is what it looks like physically to the human eye. We... don't have much time left. I need to return you all back while I have enough strength... but before I do so, I ask one thing."
Sailor Moon stared at the girl and wiped her tears away. "Anything, Kira-chan..."
"Please do not let Kira transform... when I return you all back I will need to recover. If she tries to transform, she will not be able to, but she will try. Kira is tired and will likely collapse when she wakes up. Sailor Scorpio will continue to force her to transform when she is weakened, now is the time I am most vulnerable. It is easier to take energy, magic, and power from someone when they are transformed as it is exposed, even if Kira succeeds in her transformation. Please do not let that happen, please protect her as the consequences are fatal."
Sailor Moon asked such a deep and daunting question. "Fatal?... what if she does transform? What if Sailor Scorpio takes her powers away?"

"....."
Sailor Sagittarius's eyes looked dull and lifeless when she spoke, her tone and voicebox lowered a little bit sounding even more similar to the Kira they knew. She felt numb from uttering these next words to the group as she never wanted to speak them "If her magic is taken away... your friends will no longer be able to return back, your friends and the Princess will be stuck inside the Crystal... forever."

The horrid expression Sailor Moon had seemed like she was in utter shock from the girl's words, and even she looked sad herself.

"Then we must do everything in our power to prevent that from happening. Time is of the essence Sagittarius. What can we do to expedite our departure to save what power you have left? None of us want to watch you fade from existence, if we can prevent it."

"Kira must not transform, transforming uses magic that she will no longer have. This will delay her recovery time if she attempts this. To return you back there is 'Sailor Teleport' which is a group ability used by you, the Sailor Guardians, as you all will need to stand with your hands joined. This command allows you all to transport instantly to your desired destination, whether it be on the Earth's surface, core, or tens of thousands of light-years away in Outer Space. This is one you will be familiar with. Sailor Moon will need to stand in the middle with Artemis and Luna."

"I also suggest Kira, the Princess not live alone, it is not safe in her current state."
"I agree, and you might be able to answer this question, we think Kira will need to mask her disguise, will Sailor Moon's disguise pen work?"
"....Yes, it will work. Any disguise will because she isn't using her own power to change and fight, she is using a defense to mask her power. It does the opposite of what her transformation wand would do. This would be good in her day-to-day life to hide her power, Kira does not know how to do such things because she has always remained a Sailor Senshi up until this point so the enemy has been able to locate her easily, she does not have or own such a device though."
"Just like an on-and-off switch?"
"Correct. The Crystal also tracks where Kira is to the enemy, a disguise pen will hide her presence and she will be harder to track down. If you do this, she cannot stay in her current place, the enemy already knows where she lives. I suggest she uses the disguise before leaving the house she residing in as to them it will seem like she has disappeared and cannot locate her from then onwards as long as she does not transform using her transformation wand."
"So that's like we are tricking the enemy then? ...Papa, can we look after Kira-chan? Please?"
"...Prince Endymion... and Usagi Small Lady Serenity should not care for another Princess. It is too dangerous and puts you both at risk. Prince Endymion has family to care for first."
"Then perhaps...the Outer Senshi could tend to Kira for a while, until she is able to recover and help keep Kira in disguise so that he enemy does not learn of her whereabouts."



Sailor Mars made eye contact with Sailor Uranus, as she then approached the group as well. "I think that's for the best." she said, but then Star Fighter's voice was heard from behind.
"No! I don't agree with that, Kira has barely being around you four, wouldn't she rather be around people she can trust?!"
Sailor Uranus turned to her side so she was still able to see Sailor Mars, the group and Star Fighter "Kira has not only herself but OUR friend's lives at stake! This involves us even more! And you three have a concert to think about, remember? Both Usagi and Kira have been looking forward to it... you don't want to let them down, do you? Another thing to think about is there are four of us and three of us are talisman holders... the four of us can protect Kira."
Star Fighter narrowed her eyes, she wanted to bite back but knew deep down Sailor Uranus was right, as much as she hated giving her that satisfaction, this wasn't just about Kira anymore.

Sailor Mars' violet eyes landed upon Chibiusa and Mamoru, at the mentioning of Kira's Magic stating, '...Prince Endymion... and Usagi Small Lady Serenity should not care for another Princess. It is too dangerous and puts you both at risk. Prince Endymion has family to care for first.' Shifting her glance to Sailor Moon then, knowing that she too needed healing and recovery as well. "I think U---- Sailor Moon too needs to be safe as well." Swallowing back more tears that threatened to return to the surface, "With the enemy running amok, I think it would be a wise decision for Sailor Moon to rest at the Hikawa Shrine for sometime before she's to return home. Don't worry, I will make sure that your family is alerted to your whereabouts."

Star Fighter hesitated at first to walk up beside Sailor Star Healer as she addressed her. "Leader, I think it's best that we leave this realm as quickly as we possibly can. And perhaps lend Sailor Moon and the others our powers. Don't you agree?"
"Let's get going... shall we?"

Looking at Star Healer, who was close to the girl at the time could see she wanted to go back and that the group seemed ready to go, giving the last of Kira's magical form some rest as she was flickering like an old television. "Yeah... we should return back. Thank you, Sailor Sagittarius for opening up to us, we won't let you fade away." her tone was unhappy, especially from that small argument with Sailor Uranus. If anything, Star Fighter was trying to get Kira to stay with them, for Star Healers' sake however it was turning into a custody battle and she didn't want to drag it out. Taking a few steps back, Star Fighter stood beside Star Maker and took hold of her hand while Sailor Uranus almost copied and stood on the opposite side of the now-forming circle because she doesn't want to hold their hands. they were making.

"Whenever Kira transforms, that's where I am, I'll always be with you. I'll protect your friends and I will always protect you, I will not forget this feeling."

Those words echoed in the back of Sailor Star Healer's thoughts as she moved to join hands with the others. Smiling down towards Sailor Sagittarius as she took a hold of her own hand in the circle that they were forming.

"I'll take you all back now while I still have the last of my powers, please remember this is only seconds apart from when you left Kira. Please keep the Princess safe, please do not let her transform... those are my final wishes."
"We promise!"

As everyone's hands joined together, there was this odd... pulsating warmth that could be felt. Almost like multiple heartbeats becoming one. As everyone focused on honing their powers, to activate the sailor transport. Star Healer looked upon each and every person as they all began to glow in their colors of power. Her eyes then settled upon Sailor Sagittarius as her aura seemed to overpower the rainbow collect of colors glowing between each and everyone of them.

"Thank you, Kira-chan... we will save you."
"I know you will, I believe in you."

The room began to get dark once more, which in a sense caused Star Healer's eyes to close naturally. As if she were falling asleep. In this instance however, it was to help enhance the power to teleport. It did not feel as though it took too long to transport, feeling the ground beneath her boots once more. Feeling the small hand from Sailor Sagittarius disappear leaving a ghostly effect upon her hand, caused Star Healer to open her eyes. She was at first, blinded by the light. Allowing her eyes to readjust she watched as Sailor Moon reacted to something off to the side.

"AH! WAI--"

Shifting her gaze to whatever it was that she had seen. There was no one present. Perhaps that was where Miya had once been standing but now was nowhere to be seen.

"Stop....." Star Healer heard Kira whisper, standing briefly as Sailor Sagittarius before them. "KIRA-CHAN!" As soon as Sailor Moon called out towards Kira her body began to detransform in ribbons surrounding her body. Tears streamed down from Kira's cheeks as the color of her eyes were a solid turquoise color. Seeing that Kira was on the verge of collapsing from her energy being spent. Star Healer released whomever had a hold of her hand and reacted by moving swiftly across the floor with ease to help steady Kira where she stood. Chibi Moon also reacted the same way.

"Kira-chan! Are you okay?!"
".... Mmm... yeah... I…think so..." Seeing that Kira was trying to support herself against the wall, she offered her hand, her arm to help provide a more comfortable suitor than the wall for extra support if she so desired welcomed the helping hand.

"Kira!" Not meaning to sound alarmed. She was concerned for her well being, considering all that she just endured and still was enduring. Making sure to soften her voice, as she stood close to where Kira was at. "Kira." Looking upon those solid turquoise eyes that appeared to stare blankly out in space before seeming to return to a natural state. "Miya?! Where did she go?!" Recognizing her state of alarm, Star Healer's gaze shifted over towards Sailor Moon, then over at Star Maker who began to speak up.

"Miya-chan... she just disappeared seconds ago... she fled the scene."
"Because we were about to all attack her..."
"I... failed... I couldn't save her."



"You didn't fail anyone." Looking at her straight on, "And honestly? I don't think.. that you failed her." Reaching over to place her gloved hand upon Kira's shoulder, hoping that she was listening, "Perhaps there's another way that you can help her. Help save her that is...." Glancing away from Kira and over at Sailor Moon. Her piercing emerald eyes sparkling in the light that shone upon all of them then. Feeling as though her voice was small and outnumbered for the time being. She kept eye contact long enough with Sailor Moon before shifting her gaze over at Sailor Uranus who was standing beside Sailor Mars, Sailor Chibi Moon and Tuxedo Mask. Settling her eyes upon the man who was standing in a protective stance.

"You didn't fail, Kira-chan, you saved Artemis. And with your help, we will get Miya-chan, and our friends back!" Hearing Sailor Moon's confidence as she addressed Kira then, made Star Healer feel better. Providing a short nodding of her head towards Sailor Moon in agreement.

"...That meeting... I guess... it starts now?" Star Healer shook her head in a gesture of 'No' towards Kira then. "No Kira... there won't be a meeting. Not yet anyways.. you need to rest."
"Umm....maybe not right now... but you should maybe rest, are you.. tired?"
"...Only a bit...but I'll be okay."



Star Healer appeared hesitant as if she was searching for the right words to say, shifting her gaze from Sailor Moon then over towards Tuxedo Mask. When she finally found the words to say, her gaze shifted over towards Star Maker and then Star Fighter, lingering for a moment as she chewed upon her lower lip. To say this, felt as if she was purposely distancing herself but that was not the case. "It's not safe for you to stay here... I... we believe the truth of that from a trustworthy source. . ." Shifting her gaze towards Sailor Uranus who stood beside Sailor Mars then, ". . .that it would be best if you stayed with the Outers rather than with the Starlights." Knowing that hearing that kind of information suddenly would more than likely feel like a slap to the face. Getting that sensation not just from Kira but from Star Fighter as well.

Feeling guilty in just saying that out loud. "Not because I got sick, Kira. And I am better by the way. See?" Trying to prove that she was well, she knew that Kira would ask as to how she was healed and was no longer showing signs of the sickness. Star Healer had no idea how she would explain how she was cured. Perhaps later.

"I just want... I want you to be safe and sound, Kira. And I don't know if we can provide that safety net you need right now. The enemy no doubt knows certain places that you have been to recently and you being with us could make you a target." It sounded more of an excuse than an explanation. It actually hurt Star Healer in saying what she had to explain to Kira then.

"I cannot bear the thought of NOT being able to protect you. I know that I am not alone in thinking like this. I made a promise. We all did. You are so precious to me. I want you safe. I want you to be protected. I don't want your life to be in danger because of how the enemy has been able to find you. I could never live with myself knowing that I was the cause of your demise."

Feeling as though Kira was getting upset and overwhelmed at what was being said then, she looked over at Luna. "Luna says that there's a device that can help disguise and shield you and your powers, so that the enemy cannot be detect you. And with the Outers.. you will be shielded by those who have the ability to wield the powers of the talismans." Feeling like a much smaller version of herself then. "Please Kira.. we all want what's best for you right now. Right now you need rest and you need time to recover. You cannot rest here at Makoto's house. This place has become an active, live target. Miya showing up and catching you off guard proves that. What's to stop that other knight from coming here as well? I understand that this is your home now, but it's not safe here. Not for the time being." Star Healer felt like a broken record in how she was explaining things to Kira then. Hoping that some of that information was sinking in.

Releasing a breath, as she felt the ground beneath her heels. Gloved hands that once held hers moved away, leaving Sailor Mars to suddenly feel empty. She already had second thoughts about her suggestion for who would tend to Kira now. Briefly casting a look over at Seiya, she could hear an instant replay in her mind of the events. Especially since they were so fresh in her mind.



"Then perhaps...the Outer Senshi could tend to Kira for a while, until she is able to recover and help keep Kira in disguise so that he enemy does not learn of her whereabouts."
"I think that's for the best."
"No! I don't agree with that, Kira has barely being around you four, wouldn't she rather be around people she can trust?!" Sailor Star Fighter's harsh response felt like an attack, whether she Star Fighter meant it to sound like that. It sounded as if she had major trust issues with the Outers. Sailor Mars' violet eyes appeared to wash over with tears as she re-lived that moment.
"Kira has not only herself but OUR friend's lives at stake! This involves us even more! And you three have a concert to think about, remember? Both Usagi and Kira have been looking forward to it... you don't want to let them down, do you? Another thing to think about is there are four of us and three of us are talisman holders... the four of us can protect Kira."
The look of disgust was evident along Sailor Star Fighter's features. Somehow in the back of her mind, Sailor Mars knew she was at fault.

While thinking of the interaction between Sailor Uranus and Sailor Star Fighter. . . . Sailor Mars could only think back to the flashing images of Sailor Jupiter, Sailor Venus and Sailor Mercury. All of them right there before them, in suspended animation behind glass. Just finding out that they had been there under their noses, hurt her to the core. Also finding out that their friends were not dead but placed into a suspended animation of sleep, explained as to why Rei could not sense them. Taking a few steps back from the others, she released a grunt. She could feel a strong tension headache coming on from all the stress and distress they were experiencing. Heading back to the temple seemed to be like a solid plan. At least there they could unwind and focus on coming up with a game plan.



"AH! WAI--"

The sound of Sailor Moon screaming, drew Sailor Mars out of her thoughts. Taking a step forwards, with her gloved hands moving into position to strike in the direction of her she screamed at. Not seeing anything, let alone sensing anything evil remaining. She gave her friend a questioning expression.

What actions followed after the scream was enough to make several people scramble over towards Kira. "Stop....." Her voice. A breath. As if she was releasing her last. Her eyes were completely dilated with only one color present. "KIRA-CHAN!" A light gasp escaped from Sailor Mars as she stood there with the others watching as the detransformation ribbons fluttered past Sailor Nova's body as she returned to normal.

"Please keep the Princess safe, please do not let her transform... those are my final wishes."

Sailor Sagittarius' words echoed in the back of Sailor Mars' thoughts as she watched how Sailor Nova was caught by the others and held up.
"Kira-chan! Are you okay?!"
"Kira!"
".... Mmm... yeah... I…think so...Miya?! Where did she go?!"
"Miya-chan... she just disappeared seconds ago... she fled the scene."
"Because we were about to all attack her..."
"I... failed... I couldn't save her."
"You didn't fail anyone. And honestly? I don't think.. that you failed her. Perhaps there's another way that you can help her. Help save her that is...."
"You didn't fail, Kira-chan, you saved Artemis. And with your help, we will get Miya-chan, and our friends back!" Hearing Sailor Moon's confidence as she addressed Kira then, made Star Healer feel better. Providing a short nodding of her head towards Sailor Moon in agreement.



It was interesting hearing what everyone had to say, what felt like all at once. Which could be a little overwhelming considering Kira's present state. It was Sailor Star Healer and Sailor Moon that seemed to do the bulk of the talking from thereon.

"...That meeting... I guess... it starts now?"
"No Kira... there won't be a meeting. Not yet anyways.. you need to rest."
"Umm....maybe not right now... but you should maybe rest, are you.. tired?"
"...Only a bit...but I'll be okay."
"It's not safe for you to stay here... I... we believe the truth of that from a trustworthy source. . ."

That sensation that you know someone is looking at you, could be felt then. Causing Sailor Mars to look directly in the direction of who had just made eye contact with her. It was Sailor Star Healer. Of all people! Star Healer looked away from her and over at Sailor Uranus who was standing beside her.

". . .that it would be best if you stayed with the Outers rather than with the Starlights." It didn't take a rocket scientist to see that Sailor Star Healer was feeling guilty. Her body expression said it all. She even looked sad quite possibly depressed with what she was saying to Kira then. Reading in between the lines of what message she was trying to deliver. Sailor Mars gathered that Sailor Star Healer was purposely placing distance between them in order to protect Kira. Looking away from Star Healer and over towards Kira. She could tell that the message, even though it was loud and clear, was not welcomed. Watching how Kira shifted in her stance uncomfortably. As if she was being forced to listen to the suggestion and as to where she would be, based on facts. How was this being helpful?

This fell back on Sailor Mars then. With her mentioning that the Outers take care of Kira. She felt horrible then. How were they even better? Their actions of trying to help Kira? The only difference was... they were not binding Kira in chains and keeping her encased in some tomb crystal. Looking down at her hands as she at some point lowered her gloved hands from a striking position ready for a fight to a relaxed state by her sides. Now she understood Seiya's reaction and did not take it as personal as she did before. Sailor Mars did not think for one minute about how Kira would react to hearing this. Let alone giving her a say as to where she would prefer to stay and what made her feel safe. She would understand if Kira learned later who suggested who she stay with, would be mad at her. Even hate her for it. Just like everything, Sailor Mars would learn to live with it and bottle up those emotions to be dealt with at a later date. If Kira hated her she would be okay with that. Especially knowing that the Outers would protect Kira with their lives.

"Not because I got sick, Kira. And I am better by the way. See?"
"...How are you better?"

Sailor Mars realized that Sailor Star Healer must have ignored Kira's question or was purposely saving that conversation between them later. Causing her to squint her eyes over at Star Healer with a curious expression. Remaining quiet as she listened to the conversation.

"I just want... I want you to be safe and sound, Kira. And I don't know if we can provide that safety net you need right now. The enemy no doubt knows certain places that you have been to recently and you being with us could make you a target."

"We all do, Kira-chan."

"I cannot bear the thought of NOT being able to protect you. I know that I am not alone in thinking like this. I made a promise. We all did. You are so precious to me. I want you safe. I want you to be protected. I don't want your life to be in danger because of how the enemy has been able to find you. I could never live with myself knowing that I was the cause of your demise."

"And you’re precious to me too... and I want the same for you too..but I......"

"Luna says that there's a device that can help disguise and shield you and your powers, so that the enemy cannot be detect you. And with the Outers.. you will be shielded by those who have the ability to wield the powers of the talismans. Please Kira.. we all want what's best for you right now. Right now you need rest and you need time to recover. You cannot rest here at Makoto's house. This place has become an active, live target. Miya showing up and catching you off guard proves that. What's to stop that other knight from coming here as well? I understand that this is your home now, but it's not safe here. Not for the time being."

"I... don't want to be isolated either... Star Healer... especially...not from you..."
"....W-what? Device to help disguise... myself?"
"Ah! That's right! Kira-chan, take this! You told us you were able to use this, remember?"
"What do you mean?"
"You... don't remember? Just before you were smaller , you said it is your magical self! You don't remember showing us Princess--"

"Sailor Moon! Don't confuse Kira, it's clear in her expression she doesn't know what you're talking about! Kira, just like Sailor Moon and Star Healer said, you are able to use this and disguise yourself both physically and magically. To activate it, think of how you want to portray yourself and have an image in your mind as you say "Nova Disguise Power, Makeup!" This shouldn't interfere with your Sagittarius powers. To test if it has worked, try to think of an outfit you may have seen before as physically your clothes should change too, it's a bit hard to see magically but this will confirm if it actually will work if your clothes change, you have to have a clear mind when you think of something. Why don't you give it a try?"
"...You... want me to change into something using this pen?"
"Yes, it should work if you use it."
".................What? ..........OH you mean right now?"
"Yes! oh---unless you don't have something in mind you want to transform into?"
"I---I can't do this right now--not with everyone watching me! If it doesn't work then I'm going to look like an idiot in front of you all Okay! I'll give it a try! But uh... I rather do this in my room for the first try... I'll be back!"

Watching Kira turn bright red from embarrassment as she came to realize that Luna and Sailor Moon meant for Kira to transform before all of them using the disguise pen. Watching her fidget was kinda of cute, Sailor Mars thought to herself. She recalled the time that Usagi used it and the many outfits she tried on. Ah, memories! The sound of Kira departing their gathering to head up the stairs paused slightly as she called down towards the lot of them.

"You all can undo your transformations now, I don't think anything will happen... I hope..."

As if with a simple thought, Rei's fingertips stroked along the surface of her transformation wand and her sailor senshi attire vanished revealing her school uniform. Since that is exactly what she had been in when she ran into Chibiusa and Mamoru in the park. They were all dressed up in their ceremonial kimono and yukata for the lantern festival and fair. The same fair Rei had thought of taking Usagi to after school that day. It could still happen, that is, if Usagi still wanted to go.

Realizing she was staring at her best friend then in deep thought, she turned just in time to catch a set of keys that had been tossed in her general direction. An expression of what in the?!' was apparent until Rei recognized the keys. The keys were to Mamoru's motorcycle. Looking away from the keys and over at Mamoru in question. Seeing that both Mamoru and Chibiusa had approached from the side at some point, "I figured that you would need wheels to take Usagi back towards the shrine Rei."

Rei swallowed a breath, feeling a flush of pink appear along her cheeks. The fact that Mamoru trusted her spoke volumes. That and the fact she knew how to drive any motorcycle for that matter so perhaps this was not coincidence. "Thanks! I definitely could use a set of wheels to get Usagi back home." Purposely shifting her slightly shocked and awed expression away from him and over at Seiya. Rei knew that Seiya, Yaten and Taiki would no doubt at some point head back home? Perhaps by using their car? Keeping eye contact with Seiya until Seiya's eyes shifted elsewhere, which in a manner of speaking didn't surprise her. Feeling flustered she did not want to make this moment awkward for all parties involved.



"Don't worry, I'll take great care of Usagi." Somehow realizing that was not the answer he was seeking. "And... and.. your bike too." So much for not making the moment awkward. She really needed to stop while she was ahead. Casting a glance down at Chibiusa at that point, totally changing the awkward state, "Are you two going to attend the fair and then the night lantern festival still, Chibiusa? I know my grandfather is going to be at the waters' edge helping form the lanterns that will take flight for the night. I'll contact grandpa and see if he can get you two up front and personal with the lighting. If that's cool with you?"

After talking with Chibiusa for a moment she looked back up seriously at Mamoru and then over at Haruka. Since Kira was no longer in ear shot of where they were at. "Looks like you might need some serious convincing to get Kira to go with you back to your place. I hope that Kira takes advantage in using that disguise pen. I think that it will definitely help her with..." Looking off the side to see that Usagi was speaking to Star Healer then.

"I know you are worried about her...Can Star Healer visit Kira? Will you allow that?"
"As much as it is a nice idea... Star Healer only just recovered, I'm not saying she isn't allowed but at the same time, we have to look out for each other. I'm not forbidding them seeing each other but now isn't the right time and perhaps a bit of separation is best. Do you agree, Sailor Uranus? Seeing Star Healer go through... that.... this morning... was something I don't want to see Healer relive, and now that we know Kira is a Princess gives us more reason to keep the two safely apart as I think... this is getting a bit more personal than before..."

"You know. . ." Releasing a sigh, she wondered how this would play off. Especially since Kira works at the Game Center Crown. They would need to plan ahead in case the pen didn't do its justified duty. "If this disguise pen works like how it worked with Usagi, do you think it would interfere with her job at the arcade?" Looking over at Haruka in thought. "I'm sure that Motoki Furuhata will realize his new hire is missing if she doesn't show up for work at some point." Shifting her gaze over at Mamoru then. Knowing that either one of them could supply an answer.



While they all conversed with one another, Rei overheard what was being said between Sailor Moon and Star Maker. Reaching up to adjust her vest, she realized that she had her school bag with her. Undoing the buckled latches along her bag she found her tablet and charging cord with it. She didn't even bat an eye as she removed both items and walked past Chibiusa, Mamoru and Haruka then to approach Star Healer. "You can always use this to communicate with Kira." Handing over her tablet towards her, "I mean you just charge it up when the battery gets low. It's like a phone, just a tad bit bigger so that you can have face time with someone." Seeing the look that she received that Star Healer had no idea what she was talking about. "It's like a live feed conference call. You can see who you are speaking with and likewise on the other end. It's a smaller version of a laptop. Here, take it. That way, you and Kira will always be in touch with one another. Sure the distance will be there, but you will still be able to communicate." Even though she was speaking to Star Healer, she was also addressing the other Starlights present along with the others that were standing by listening in on the conversation.

"NOVA DISGUISE POWER... MAKE UP!"
"Hm?..... What the he--- OH NOOOOO--- AAAAAAAHHH!!!! WHAT HAVE I DONE?! HOW—?!"

Hearing Kira shriek over their conversation caused major alarm from just about everyone downstairs!! Rei's eyes widened, as she spun her head around so fast in reaction. "Kira-chan!" the speed from behind Usagi was unreal. She, Luna and Chibiusa charged up the stairs as if the house were ablaze!! "Kira-chan!? Are you alright?! What happened?!"

Rei had moved quickly across the floor and slid as if the wooden floorboards had just gotten polished. Catching a hold of the railing to the stairs, she could overheard the commotion from above. "....N-Nothing! N-nothing at all!! ha ha haa…I'm fine!!"
"The door is locked! Can you open the door?"
"No! —I mean yes I can! But I rather not right now!"

Ceasing her forward movement to head up the stairs, she listened to the conversation behind the door that Kira was speaking to.
"Whoa.... I don't believe it actually worked... Uh--Sailor Moon, h-how do I reverse the disguise?! I made a mistake!"

Hearing Kira's replies through a closed and locked door, was in a sense almost comical.

"I'll tell you if you open the door!"
"Think of something else and use the chant again!"
"...NOVA DISGUISE POWER... MAKE UP!"

The second time they could hear clearly the chant of disguise power and in an instance light bled out from above, under and around the door of rainbow light. Seeing the light caused Rei's jaw to fall somewhat slacked. Thinking, 'the disguise pen idea actually worked!' High fiving an imaginary hand in her mind as she grinned. Taking a few steps backwards off the stairs, she waited along with the others for Kira to reveal her disguise to all.

Sailor Moon only then noticed Star Healer, turning towards her "Star Healer? I didn't even notice her until now..." she thought to herself



The look of worry was painted all over the starlight's face. "S-Sure... of course. Let's go, Luna, Chibi Moon..." Sailor Moon said gently, ushering them along to get out of the way from the door.
Both Chibi Moon and Sailor Moon looked at each other and gave a nod, allowing their Senshi forms to retract, ribbons wrapped around their bodies as they reverted back to normal.
Usagi took one last glance behind her as she witnessed Star Healer entering the bedroom where Kira was.

Taking a few steps away from the door as it opened, Kira didn't respond but watched Star Healer step inside. Kira's physical appearance hadn't changed, only her clothes did.
"Star Healer I--" Kira started to speak, but Star Healer wanted to talk first.



Where did all this come from? What was there to be sorry about? Kira could feel how upset she Starlight was and observed her actions, tone, and words.



Now Kira was confused, narrowing her eyes in concern and worry, the words she spoke didn't make any sense to her, however, she continued to listen.





The two the whole time made eye contact with one another, and Star Healer had gotten closer to Kira to hold both her hands. Squeezing them tightly for a few seconds before Kira let go, the archer gazed at Healer, giving a faint smile before moving closer to the Starlight and reaching both hands on either side of her face, using her thumbs to brush away the tears that trailed down Star Healer's cheeks after she finished her last sentence. Kira's expression read like 'Stop talking.... and focus on us right now'
In a whisper, Kira spoke gently. "I am Sailor Sagittarius... I can tell you now you have nothing to worry about...and..." she paused, moving in to place a gentle kiss on the Starlight's lips as she closed her eyes. Letting her hands stroke down her face as she let go but instead let her hands move down to the Starlight's shoulders, then gently down her waist giving a more intermit setting as her hands then glided around where the bare part of the skin was were her ribs were located, wrapping her arms around the Starlights waist as she held that kiss a little longer, pulling Star Healer in closer.

. . . . .

Kira wanted to keep going, to show Star Healer she loved her just as much however that would have to wait for another time, perhaps.
Pulling slowly away, breaking the tender kiss, Kira wanted to look back into the green emerald eyes of the person she loves for a moment. "I want to be around you just as much as you do. When the concert is over... when everything is over...we can focus on each other..." Kira's next words broke the moment a little bit "As much as I object to everyone's decisions... of keeping us apart... I..." Kira paused and looked away for a moment, trying to think of how to word this next bit. "I agree with Sailor Star Maker... I was so caught up in us that I didn't notice something was wrong with you... only your siblings did. I have a lot to learn about myself..."
Kira's grip around Star Healers waist loosened as she rested her hands down by her sides, and the setting became less intimate now. "I'm speaking to you as the Princess now, and I cannot let someone I love so much have this happen again." Placing her hand on her own chest. "I am in this constant battle with myself, with how I feel and I'm so worried us being together will have that same effect, but at the same time, I can't stop thinking about you... I even turned into---" about to tell Star Healer what the shriek was about, Kira had to hold that part in. "When you think and love someone so much, you go a bit love crazy? Is that even a thing? I too, am still learning, we both are."

Taking a step back, Kira didn't want to stand too close to the Starlight for too long, and tried to create a bit of distance between them. "You... have other things to focus on right now, and I'll be... at the Outers..." her tone didn't sound too keen, however, she continued "You have given me something to look forward to, so I truly encourage you to be with Taiki and Seiya... you are the Three Lights, so please continue to focus on that right now. I'm not going anywhere and I fully support you." She said, trying to encourage Healer to think about other things than Kira. The archer smiled and let go of Star Healer, clasping her own hands together as she turned to the poster that was in her room. "I can't wait for the concert... it's my first one, so, I'm really looking forward to seeing the Three Lights perform." she said, speaking to Healer like they were separate people, but she openly spoke her mind without really thinking about it. "There was an interview today and I was going to go along to it, get their signatures, and---" Turning back to Star Healer she paused and covered her mouth, and that whole atmosphere she had going was gone "SORRY!--- I keep forgetting that your--- ..shutting up now.." biting her lower lip in an 'oops' expression, Kira started to feel a bit silly. "I've ...been around Star Healer so much I only ever see her." she thought to herself, trying to ignore how stupid and nervous she had become. "Anyways... I uh... guess I should start to pack some things to go to the Outers..." Kira looked down and sighed just thinking about it made her feel somewhat depressed.

Star Maker didn't say anything until the very end, much like Tuxedo Mask who watched the whole thing play out. Once Kira ran upstairs and told everyone to undo their transformations, Maker traded a glance to Star Fighter and gave her a nod understanding that meant everything was in the clear.
At the same time, Star Maker also changed forms and was also back to his suit, matching Seiya as if they were ready to go to the interview that never happened.

Chibiusa walked downstairs after leaving Star Healer to speak with Kira, and Usagi followed behind her with Luna until then all came back into the same room. Everything felt almost normal again, now pouting at Rei. "Hmph! Kira-chan wouldn't tell me what she transformed into!"



Luna stared at Usagi and answered "She did say she didn't want to mess it up the first time and have everyone watching her, remember she hasn't had this much exposure to anything else other than what she is accustomed to. Understand that, Usagi." The black cat said, with an unamused expression towards the blonde girl.



Looking at her father figure, Chibiusa spoke to him, now being back into the kimono she was wearing. "Papa, should we get going too?"



Usagi's focus went towards Haruka as she spoke "We'll be there! Please look after Kira-chan."

Chibiusa looked at Haruka for a moment, then back at Mamoru and spoke. "Papa, can we go later, please? I would like to see Hotaru-chan!" She seemed to miss her friend, and now that she had some time with her father until then, she wanted to do her rounds and get as much time as she could with everyone.

Looking over to Rei, Usagi also remembered "OH--REI-CHAN! The festival! It's...." She stopped to check her watch and then look back at Rei again. "Just past eleven o'clock... we too, should get going." Smiling, Usagi moved towards Rei and linked her arm with hers. Glancing at Seiya for a moment, she thought to herself "They look like they are going out somewhere important..." The thought crossed her mind to invite him along but then Taiki would be on his own--maybe it was best to let the two Lights just do their own thing for now?
"Rei-chan! Are you ready?" The tone in Usagi's voice was excited to do something fun.

Dressed in a designer casual dress in colors of the brilliant sun that flows around her body as if it had been designed just for the person wearing it. Past the gathered spaghetti shoulder straps was long wavy, aquamarine hair that lifted up with ease and came to rest as a sigh against bare shoulders as the cheerful individual strolled throughout the lively city block through downtown area. Behind a vibrant pair of dark shades, Michiru was out and about in town, enjoying a nice stroll through botanical gardens when she recognized a melodic jingle. Undoing the snap along her small clutch, she reached downwards to retrieve her cell phone. Lifting the phone up, with her free hand she swiped her fingertips along the surface of the screen. Revealing a message from Haruka.





Subconsciously reaching upwards to push her shades up and rest along her head. She read over the message. 'Just reading a short version of what they went through sounds like there's a lot more involved.' She thought to herself. The wind suddenly lifted her hair up as several rose petals were shaken from their rooted structures causing Michiru to glance past her phone and look away. For a moment she thought she saw someone nearby. The rose petals blocked her vision momentarily which caused her to believe that she would be expecting to see Tuxedo Mask in wake of the rose petals fluttering in the breeze. To her surprise he wasn't there. 'Strange.' That was when she realized, there wasn't anyone else present in the garden it was just her.

The sound of something fluttering in a quickened and rapid pace could be heard in the loudest volume possible in the background which made Michiru turn around in haste and just at the last second as a rush of birds appeared from nowhere flying skywards. The sound and seeing that many birds come at her only to fly skywards caused a surprised gasp. As soon as the large flock of birds cast their shadows upon where she stood, Michiru could hear the normal sound of conversations surrounding her.



Raising her left hand up to shield her eyes as she tried to see through the unusual gathering of birds flying skywards until they couldn't be seen. 'Where did they come from?' As the rays of sunlight bled in between each of her fingers, she stared up a the sky for a period until she realized she couldn't see the birds anymore. With her phone being gripped in her other hand she figured that she should respond and start to head home.

"First off, are you alright? Sounds like you all went through quite an ordeal. I'm sure there's a lot more to be said than the reader's digest version you just provided. And, yes of course, I don't mind. I'm in town picking up a few things, I should be home soon enough to get everything ready for K---." She wondered if she should mention what she just experienced. Her fingertips idly hovered over the screen, when she heard that hushed sensation of rapidly flapping wings. When she glanced up and away from her phone she thought she saw something in the distance. That odd feeling as the rush of air became more apparent as she felt someone grab her and she was pushed with urgency. "--- ira to stay." The last part of her message was sent several minutes later after the first part was sent before something distracted her.



"ARE YOU OKAY!?" Over the loud sound of car horns and breaks being hit hard screeching across the roadway. Michiru was in a confused daze as to what all happened since it happened all too suddenly. A young girl had managed to rescue her and at the same time placed her own life at risk. 'H-How did I end up in the street? Was I already crossing the crosswalk? No, I was in the garden... right? The birds... and? Why can't I remember?!' Alarmed that she had lost track of time and had no recollection of moving from the garden out into the street. If it wasn't for some bystander, Haruka would be receiving an unwelcome phone call.

Blinking a couple of times, Michiru finally focused on the individual who was standing before her. Whoever it was, was dressed in a school uniform. But it was unfamiliar. She did not recognize what school this person attended. Lifting her eyes up she appeared even more shocked, staring back at her was almost an identical version of Haruka Tenoh, "Haruka??"

The unidentified girl who had rescued Michiru continued to guide the alarmed Michiru to safety, back closer to the edge of the garden. The adrenaline rush was slowly subsiding, as the girl addressed Michiru in a calmer tone than before, "I'm sorry, I think you have me confused with someone else. Are you sure that you are alright? I can call for an ambulance if you need it?" Sounding concerned as the girl, caught her breath after sprinting quickly across the road to usher the girl distracted with a cell phone out of danger.

"I-I'm fine. I'm sorry, y...you look like someone I know. Please forgive my manners. T-Thank you for saving me. I should really learn not to be so distracted by my phone and should pay more attention to where I am going." Trying to respond normal as if this was an everyday occurance. She still could not recall when she left the garden. Was she that distracted while responding to Haruka?



'Yes, you should really watch where you are going.' The unidentified girl thought to herself as she stared at the girl before her who appeared to be more distracted than she wanted to be. Part of her wanted to smirk but she refrained for the time being. Playing along with the 'game' that the damsel in distress had just initiated whether she meant to do on purpose or by accident. The girl responded, politely with concern still present and genuine as she released her grasp upon the girls' wrist. Seeing the time displayed along the surface of the cell phone the distressed girl was holding face up. "If you are certain that you're alright? Then don't let me hold you." She was reluctant to go and yet at the same time she was in a hurry to depart. Especially after seeing the time displayed. Starting to walk past the girl with the wavy hair, she stopped briefly and pointed at the phone within grasp of Michiru's hand. "Friendly advice? Try not to walk and type at the same time. It can be just as dangerous as driving and texting."



Michiru just couldn't get over the fact that this unknown girl looked like Haruka's twin sister! That is, if she had a twin sister!! Knowing she must have been staring at the girl, Michiru nonchalantly glanced downwards as if to finish sending the last end of her text to Haruka. That was when she noticed the girl, pointed towards her cellphone as a distraction. And there she was distracted, yet again and felt rude for not responding back right away. "Right! I see what you. ." By the time she responded the girl was gone. ". . . mean?" She didn't bother to ask the girl her name, other than to tell her thank you for the rescue! She was distracted! Knew it deep down.

Flustered by everything that seemed to happen so suddenly. The birds. Loss of memory in a short amount of time. Almost being struck by a car. Being rescued by someone who looked identical to Haruka! Pushing the button along the side of her phone to turn the device off, Michiru looked both ways along the busy sidewalk to see if she had seen where the girl had wandered off to? No luck. She couldn't help but feel as though she was being watched at this point. Glancing back over her shoulder, the blur of cars driving past on the busy street had the same effect as the birds. Just, what was going on?

'Focus Michiru.. time to get home.' She thought to herself as she became blended in with the locals walking on sidewalk in town. There was plenty to do at home to ready the place for Kira. Perhaps that distraction would help take her mind off of what she couldn't recall. She disliked not knowing where time went.