"Missing You Now" (G) by Badtz Angel. A Sailor Moon songfic. Song lyrics belong to Michael Bolton, "Time, Love, & Tenderness." I do not own Sailor Moon. Naeko Takeuchi created them and thank God for that woman! This is my idea, my storyline. Please give me feed back! My e-mail address is as that the bottom of the page. Enjoy! _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ "Mamo-chan?" The soft, angelic voice interrupted my thoughts. My heart began to beat rapidly as I turned to look at the owner. And there she stood, looking for all the world like a princess. I made sure to keep my voice as cold and unfeeling as possible. "Oh, hi, Usagi." She flinched ever so slightly, her beautiful silver-blue eyes darkening with sadness. "Mamoru..." she paused, her eyes falling to the ground. I talk to you but it's not the same as touchin' you And every time you whisper my name, I wanna run to you We'll be together, it won't be long, it won't be long But it feels like forever, and it's hard to be strong "What Usagi?" I asked impatiently. "I need to know what you don't love me anymore..." she whispered. My heart broke at the pain and hurt in her voice. "Forget it Usagi," I replied unemotionally. "All that is in the past, you need to let it go." I turned back toward my lunch, but not before I heard the tiny sob come from her. I wanted to reach out and her into my arms, kiss her, and hold her and never let her go. Yet, the dreams I had were too real. "See ya around Usagi," I said coldly. I heard her whisper, "Mamo-chan..." and then silence. I glanced out the window and saw her run past. At the sight of my sweet angel sobbing, I felt compelled to run after her. But I couldn't. I quietly my bill, refusing to answer Motoki's questions and left the cafe silently. I walked down to where I had first met her. Osaka Jewelry Store the sign said brightly. I leaned against the wall and closed my eyes, remembering.... Baby 'cause I'm missin' you now And it's drivin' me crazy How I'm needin' you baby I'm missing you now Can't wait till I'm alone with you To show how I'm missing you now I remembered the tiny bump I had felt when her test paper had hit me on the head. I smiled as I heard her sweet voice say, "Don't call me Odango Atama!" I opened my eyes and stared up at the sky. Funny, it was the same color as Usako's eyes when she used to smile at me. Now, I cannot even her near me or she will get hurt. I felt a tear well up in my eye. I brushed it rougly away. I could not allow myself to cry. I had not cried since my parents' death and I will not break now. I remembered how she would call me "Mamo-chan..." with such love and my heart began to cry out for her. I sighed deeply and pushed myself off the wall. I began to walk again, now knowing where I would go or whom I would go to...and I did not care. Wishin' you were here by my side is all that I can do Got my arms around a pillow at night, They should be holdin' you Thought I was stronger, how could I know, how could I know I can't take this much loner It's so hard on my soul I glanced up as I realized where I was. Grotto Park. I sat down on a bench, our bench, and buried my face in my hands. It was too much. I sighed and tiny memories of the past few months filled my head. I remembered how many times I had met her at this exact spot to say hi and hold each other after a battle. I ran a hand through my hair and glanced around. That voice filled my head then, piercing my very thoughts and fears. "You must stay aways from Princess Serenity... she is in great danger..." "WHY?" I suddenly screamed. "HOW CAN SHE BE IN DANGER IF WE LOVE EACH OTHER?!" As soon as the worlds left my lips, a bright beam of energy shot out from me and everything went black. Baby 'cause I'm missin' you now And it's drivin' me crazy How I'm needin' you baby I'm missing you now Can't wait till I'm alone with you To show you how I'm missing you now I awoke in my bed. I winced as my head began to throb. How had I gotten here? I wondered. I sat up, noting the fact that my jacket was gone and so were my shoes. Suddenly, a familiar voice cut into my thoughts. "Ah, you're awake." I glanced down into a pair of red eyes with a crescent moon right above them. "Luna-chan," I said surprised. "What are you doing here?" Amusement flashed in the eyes of the guardian cat. "Hello Mamoru-kun," she replied smoothly. "Nice to see you." I frowned at her. "How did I get home?" I asked, confused. "We found you in Grotto Park," she replied. "You had passed out and Usagi helped you here." "Usako?" I whispered, disbelief lining my voice. I felt a surge of love for her. Although I had treated her like she didn't matter she had still helped me. Luna left, saying she would tell Usagi I was awake. Baby I just can't wait Till I see your face Chase away the loneliness inside "Mamoru?" My head snapped up as Usagi poked her head in. She looked breathtaking. I waved her inside, swinging my legs over the side of the bed. I had to thank her. I had to tell her why. She stepped in hesitantly, her long legs encased in black leggings and a bright pink top showing off her slim figure. I smiled up at her as she made her way to stand in front of me. "Thanks Usagi," I said softly. "For taking care of me. I really appreciate it." She nodded, her eyes staring deeply into mine. I stood up and immediately the room began to spin. I gasped in surprise and Usako's small arms pushed me gently onto the bed. "Sit down Mamoru," she scolded, concern evident in her voice. "You let out a lot of energy. Ami showed me how to check a person's energy." She added, seeing the look of confusion on my face. I nodded slowly and then realized she still had her hands on my chest. I wanted to tell her, needed to tell her. She stepped back and said softly, "I'll just go home now Mamoru. Unless you need me to do anything?" When you're close to my heart Right here in my arms Then and only then Will I be satisified I'm missing you now We'll be together, it won't be long, it won't be long But it feels like forever, and it's hard to be strong I shook my head. "No, I think I can manage," I said quietly. Her face fell. "Oh," she replied. "Well...good-bye Mamoru." As she left the room I knew I had to do something. "Usagi!" I called, hoping she had heard me. "Yes?" she said, poking her head back into the room. "Hold on a sec," I said firmly. "Could you please bring me that box of stationary on my desk?" She blinked in surprise. "Uh...sure," she replied. She walked over to my desk and handed me a leather a box. I opened it and took out an envelope and one sheet of paper. I quickly wrote down a few words on the smooth, cream-colored stationary and addressed the navy envelope to Usako in the best print I could manage. Skimming the note I made sure it said what I wanted her to know. "Usako," the note said. "I love you and the reason we cannot be together it something I cannot explain. Just know that I still love you with all my heart and all my soul. Mamo-chan." I smiled at her as I handed her the envelope. "Thanks Usagi," I said softly. "You can go now." She raised an eyebrow at me and then she was gone. I leaned bak, sinking into the softness of my pillow. Sleep crept on me, her relaxing fingers kneading me into a dreamland where Usagi and I were together forever. Baby 'cause I'm missin' you now And it's drivin' me crazy How I'm needin' you baby I'm missing you now Can't wait till I'm alone with you To show how much I'm missing' you now I miss you Usako. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Like it? Love it? Hate it? e-mail me at BatdzAngel@hotmail.com. Love ya! Batdz Angel:)