Fearing Her Dreams

By: Urooj

Disclaimer: See Chapter 1

Author's note: YAY! Finally! An update! Arigatou for all your reviews minna-san.

Papapapuffy: Hai, more is on its way! Arigatou for the review!

Haruka's: (giggles) Thank you!

Drzlilanimebunny: hehehe, very cute indeed! Thank you!

And here it is!

Chapter 2: Kira.

"I woke up soundly this morning, and felt calm for a moment, until last nights events came crashing into me. It was cute, seeing Haruka flushed. I swear I've never seen so many shades of pink in my life. However it wasn't easy pulling away from her. We were so close; I could have just closed the gap between us. But was she ready? Was I? I have some idea as to what I'm feeling, but I'm so lost, I'm not sure. I was so mad when I put chocolate syrup on my head, and then realized that I was washing my hair in it. That Haruka! How can she be so cruel? Yet, she's so innocent in an incomprehensible way, and when she laughs it's adorable.

…Laughs…

That mysterious caller. What was his name again? Oh that's right! Rishi. Again she fooled me! That reminds me I do need to get back at her for that. I don't know why, but I did feel threatened. How could he make her laugh so happily? How could he make her smile like that? It's all very confusing, because I hardly see her laugh like that with anyone else. I feel as though, she also hid something, and she's not telling me about it.

…Not telling me….

It's not like I've been telling her what's bothering me. So that does give her the right to hide things from me. It's scary. I feel sometimes if I don't tell her, if I don't open up to her than…eventually I'll lose her to someone else. I mean would she wait for me? Of course not, how long will I test her patience? That's why I got up early, to make breakfast. One to thank her for all the nights that she dashed into my room after I wake up from gasping, and also to keep my grasp on her. What better way than her stomach? I know she loves my food, and that's why I didn't wake her, partly to pay her back for yesterday.

…Food…

We almost argued. I couldn't help it. At first I thought her caller was a girl. Yes, I was jealous, but that I would never admit to her. I'm too weak to do so. It is funny how quickly she understood what might have taken place and lightens the tension with a joke. It's also surprising how the stubborn racer actually admitted defeat and told me the details of last night. And finally after washing the dishes, she was staring at me, scanning me. Sadly, her last words before we left did affect me in more than one way. "It's not like I'm the only one hiding things, Michiru". Even after changing the subject, I saw a glint of hurt on her face that weighs heavily until now.

And now I watch as she races. One again she's in the lead in her final lap. Beating all those that oppose her. She truly is the wind."

Michiru contemplated on the events of last night as she watched the blonde racer sped ahead of her competitors. It had been a long day, and it was already late in the afternoon! Both of them had some time in the afternoon, so Michiru was rather pleased that she would spend some time with the racer.

"So Mr. Tenoh, how do you feel about your victory?"

"All those girls fawn all over you, what do you think about that stunt that was pulled last week by your fan club president Mikaya?"

"Mr. Tenoh and Miss Kaioh live and spend a lot of time together, are you two an item?"

Haruka eyed that reporter carefully. An item? Her and Michiru? She thought it was impossible. After all, she was sure of it; the sea goddess was straight. Yet there were incidents that prove her to think otherwise.

"No we aren't together, so ladies, you've still got a chance!" She winked, and heard sighs in the back. She also caught Michiru's expression that had a mixture of disappointment and jealousy. "I must be dreaming, why would she feel like that for me?"

Michiru heard that comment made by her blonde friend. It bothered her because she knew that Haruka did have feelings for her. Just to test out her theory, she decided to have some fun. After all, the blonde was entitled to some payback for saying that. Then again, she couldn't blame the blonde for saying that since they weren't together. Michiru sighed heavily. "To spite or not to spite, that is the question."

Haruka walked over to Michiru's side after every reporter had a piece of her. She was tired and exhausted. But mostly she didn't like the face Michiru was making. "I'm sorry Michiru for taking a long time. I'll treat you out for dinner just to make up for it." Haruka smiled as Michiru gazed up and smile back.

"Thank you Haruka." The aqua-marine girl replied. Haruka lend out her hand to Michiru, which she accepted gracefully.

"Please wait Haruka!"

"Would sign some autographs please?"

Countless girls came running towards Haruka. The blonde pulled her roommate close to her, just so she didn't get hurt. Both blushed at the sudden surprise contact. The sea goddess enjoyed the perfume her roommate wore. She also liked the view she got when she looked up and saw Haruka's face. Michiru sighed again as she heard those annoying girls, and then beamed at Haruka.

"Go on," The sea goddess pushed. "Give them what they deserve. I mean if you don't, I'm afraid that they'll stomp all over us, actually you, and I don't want to take a flatten Haruka home" She faked laugh.

"But Michiru!" Haruka started only to be given a shove. Slowly she approached the group of giggling girls and smiled.

Michiru stepped aside and sighed heavily once again.

"If this place is that boring, then why not go out with me, Michiru?" A tall brown-haired man approached Michiru, wearing black pants and white shirt. Michiru smiled, and hugged him gently, watching Haruka from the corner of her eye. "Oh, don't be jealous Haruka…" She silently prayed.

Haruka wasn't oblivious to what was going on. She kept watching them. Finally she decided to walk up to her roommate. Michiru welcomed her warmly. "Haruka! Meet my cousin, Kira." The brown- haired man bowed respectfully, and pushed forth a hand. Haruka cocked an eyebrow, bowed respectfully. "Nice to meet you." She said menacingly and did not shake hands. She was locked in a fiery stare with the man who gulped. Michiru was amused. If Haruka's stare could kill, the poor man would have been obliterated to ashes. Kira put on arm around Michiru's shoulder, which caused more blood in Haruka's body to boil. Michiru smiled uncomfortable, unfortunately, Haruka missed out on the uncomfortable part. You could tell a volcano was going to erupt and evacuation was necessary. The sea goddess only hoped she could save Kira who in her mind didn't deserve it from Haruka's wrath. Finally, Haruka calmed. This was just a game. Haruka shrugged and transformed into a cold Haruka wearing nothing but an indifferent look with her normal clothes.

"Well since you're here Kira, and Haruka seems to be done with her race, let's go out for dinner shall we?" Michiru suggested. Kira nodded and Haruka nodded absently.

"Michiru, I can't wait to hear your new album! Remember when we were young and used to play together in concerts?"

"Of course Kira, those were good times of fun."

"You do remember that turtle surprise attack on the beach?"

Kira continued to talk in the rest of the afternoon. Haruka stayed silent. Between Michiru and Kira she felt like she didn't belong. The two had so much to talk about, but Haruka had said nothing. When she attempted to enter a conversation, it ended with a sentence or word because Kira had more to say. The racer was ready to leave their company, but knew she would regret it later if something happened between Kira and Michiru. "I should trust her…" As Kira walked out of the yellow convertible and towards the restaurant he offered Michiru an arm, which she accepted and missed the death threats that shone in the racer's eye. Haruka cursed under her breath, Michiru always took Haruka's arm. She honestly swore she wanted grab and bag that man. Then ship him to an unknown island where he had no idea where he was or no way to return. "Hopefully insanity would over take him."

Michiru was dead uncomfortable. She did try her best to bring Haruka into the conversation, but her attempts were futile. Kira continuously budded in, only pushing Haruka into a corner.

They entered the elegant restaurant, bedecked in gold and red. A sea-food restaurant. Haruka smiled at Michiru and Kira.

"I'll catch you guys later. I'm leaving my car. Michiru catch." She turned and tossed her key to the aqua-marine. Michiru quickly caught her arm, and gave her a questioning look. Haruka shrugged and walked away. She had had enough.

Kira smiled confused and happily. "Finally some time alone"

"Wait," Michiru said, and stepped up to Haruka. "Kira, would you be a dear, and get us a table please?"

Kira's smile wavered but he nodded and headed inside.

Michiru turned to Haruka who was only staring at the sky.

"What's wrong Haruka?" Michiru asked only to expect the worse.

Author's note: I'm putting my other story on hold for a while. Just because I'm on writers block. So what do you guys think? Please review.