That Special Magic
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A Sekkushiaru Roman
featuring characters from the anime "Sailor Moon"> Chapter 30 - Sequences <
Usagi and Mamoru sat together in his living room, both studying, when the phone rang.
"Moshi, moshi," Mamoru said into the phone.
"Hello, Mamoru-san," Ikuko's voice said.
"Hello, Ikuko-san," Mamoru replied.
Usagi looked up at him.
"I called to see how you are both doing," Ikuko said.
"We're both doing fine," he said. "Just enjoying a quiet day at home."
"I'm... glad to hear it," Ikuko said quietly, obviously not missing his reference. "The weather emergency has been lifted," she continued. "The streets have been reopened."
"I know," Mamoru said. "We saw the news on the television. But we were just finishing dinner, and we've been studying."
"That's alright," Ikuko said. "I was calling to suggest, given that it is getting late, that it might be better for Usagi to stay with you again tonight... She can come ho... uh, back here after school tomorrow."
"Alright. I'm sure she'll be happy to hear that," he said, smiling inwardly at Ikuko's correction. "Thank you very much."
"I'm just pleased to know she's so happy," Ikuko said.
"And she makes me very happy," Mamoru said. "Here. I'll let you speak with her." He handed the phone to Usagi. "She says you can stay here tonight," he said softly.
Usagi grinned happily. "Hi, Mom. Thanks a lot," she said.
"You're welcome, dear," Ikuko said. "I take it you're... really feeling at home there."
"Yes. Definitely," Usagi said. "We're very happy together... and Mamoru's so wonderful and helpful."
"I'm glad to hear it," Ikuko said softly. "So long as you're remembering your studies."
"Of course, Mom. Even that seems easier when I have his help," Usagi said brightly.
Ikuko remained silent for a moment. "That's wonderful... So, I understand your checkup went well."
"Yes, it did," Usagi said. "Dr. Hamada did bring up a few things which, uh, I'd like to discuss with you... maybe after school tomorrow."
"Alright, dear," Ikuko answered. "I'll see you then. Bye."
"Bye, Mom." Usagi switched off the phone.
"You're going to wait to tell her what Hamada said?" Mamoru asked.
She nodded. "I think it will be better to tell her in person," she said. "Especially when it comes to suggesting that I should move in with you as soon as possible."
He knelt down beside her and kissed her. "Do you want me to be there with you when you talk with her?"
"I certainly wouldn't object," she replied. "But we might want to see how things develop... We might be able to talk with her after you take me back tomorrow... but if Daddy's there, that probably won't be such a good idea."
"I understand," he said, kissing her again. "You know, I think your mother might be at least beginning to accept the idea that this is now home for you... When she suggested you stay here tonight, she started to say that I could bring you home tomorrow, but then corrected herself."
She grinned and nodded. "Yes... She commented that I was feeling at home here. It certainly sounds like a good sign."
"I hope so," he said. "But we should be careful about it... If we make too big a deal out of it too soon, they might both come to feel things are going too fast. We need to have the chance to show that there are strong arguments for you moving in with me, since you're going to need help in only a few months."
"I understand," she said softly. "And that's why I want to discuss this with Mom first."
He took her in his arms, holding her close. "I love you, Usako."
"I love you, Mamo-chan," she sighed happily.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Makoto lay back on her sofa. Despite Shinozaki's protests, she had insisted on making dinner herself, and her injured leg was now painfully objecting to her efforts.
"That was outstanding as always, Mako-chan," he said. "But not worth you aggravating your leg."
"I'll be OK," she said. "I just need to rest for a while."
He nodded. "Well, I'll handle the clean up." He gathered up the dishes and carried them to her sink to begin washing them.
"I think I'll take a hot bath," she said.
"No," he insisted. "Not tonight."
"What? Why not?" she asked.
"If you take a hot bath now, it will only make the bruising and swelling worse," he said. "You should put an ice pack on it tonight. That will help." He set the plates aside, found a plastic bag, and started filling it with ice. Wrapping the bag in a dish towel, he then handed it to her.
"Thanks," she said, placing it on her leg.
"You're welcome," he replied, resuming cleaning the dishes.
She stretched her leg and adjusted the ice pack. "So, just why did you come over here?"
"Well... like I said... I wanted to make sure you were surviving the storm," he said. "We've known each other a long time. I wouldn't want anything to happen to you."
She smiled. "That's sweet of you."
He glanced back to see if she was kidding. "Uhm, actually... I did come over for another reason, ah, in addition to that, I mean," he said.
"Oh, really?" she asked.
He nodded. "Well, you know that my parents are going up to Hokkaido to visit my great-aunt."
"Yes. You told me," she said. "And I know you've never really cared for visiting her."
"That's putting it mildly," he said, shaking his head. "I'd convinced my parents that I couldn't go because of school, but now that entire side of the family is going to be there, and my parents are going to be there for a month."
"A month? Wow!... But at least you get to stay home," she said.
"Well, that's the hitch," he said. "Mom's decided that I really should go, and apparently she doesn't like the idea of me staying alone for a month."
Makoto looked back at him as he came out of the kitchen. "You're serious? Since when is she on the overprotective kick?"
He shook his head. "I don't know... I suspect the real reason is she doesn't want me to skip what is turning into almost a family reunion."
"So... do you have to go?" she asked.
He sat down on the floor next to her. "Well, Dad has given me a possible way out," he said. "I think to placate Mom, he's said I can't stay home alone."
"So your out is not being alone?"
He nodded. "And that's where you come in... I don't want to intrude, or overstep the bounds of our friendship, but... uh, if you'd be willing to have me stay in your spare room..."
"Of course," she said immediately. "You're more than welcome."
"You're sure you don't mind?"
"Not at all," she said. Her thoughts briefly returned to the dream she'd had, and which he had apparently shared. "As long as you don't mind sharing an apartment with a girl."
"I don't mind," he said. "We've known each other for so long, I doubt there'd be any problem with it... Just as long as you don't have any problem with it."
She shook her head, then frowned at him seriously. "Just don't you dare mess up my kitchen!" Her serious facade broke up as she started to giggle.
He joined in her laughter. "I wouldn't dream of it, Mako-chan."
She nodded, but then winced as she shifted position, bringing a twinge of pain from her leg.
"Your leg again?" he asked.
"Yes," she said softly.
He removed the ice pack and placed it on the floor, then placed both hands on her leg and began to gently massage it. She pulled her skirt up a bit as he did so.
"Ow!" she protested. "Not so hard, please. That leg is part of a matched set, you know."
He grinned, then reached for the liniment, squeezing more of the lotion into his hand. With a soft motion, he spread the lotion over her skin. "Does this feel any better?"
"Yes... a little," she said. She lay back as his hands went gently along her leg. The lotion chilled her flesh, but she could feel it spreading through her sore muscles. There was a remarkable care and gentleness in his touch as he swept his hands over her leg.
He went slowly and carefully, trying not to inflict any more pain than she was already experiencing. She was the best friend he had ever had, and while he hated to see her in pain, he was glad that he was able to help. As he looked at her, he gradually became more aware of just what was happening, as he was softly caressing the lower thigh of an admittedly very beautiful teenage girl. He frowned inwardly, trying to put that feeling aside, focusing on his concern for his friend.
"That is beginning to feel better," she sighed. "Thanks."
"You're welcome," he said. "I'm just glad I can help."- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Ami lay back in the bathtub, enjoying the feel of the warm water surrounding her. Ryo opened the door and stepped into the bathroom, completely naked.
"Mind if I join you, darling?" he asked.
"Not at all," she said with a smile. "Please do."
She slid over as he carefully stepped into the tub and lowered himself into the water, then moved herself between his legs, leaning back against him.
"This feels nice," she sighed.
"It certainly does," he agreed, letting a hand slide gently along her bare abdomen.
He picked up a washcloth and began softly sweeping it over her. His free hand caressed her small breast, his finger brushing over her nipple.
She sighed happily at his soft caress. As he slid the washcloth down, he rubbed it over her pubic mound and down across her nether lips, bringing a soft gasp from her. He set the cloth aside, then gently slid his fingers between her legs. She groaned as his fingers slid into her, stroking her softly. Her body trembled and waves of pleasure swept through her.
"Oh, Ryo," she groaned.
"You like this?" he asked with a grin.
She nodded, gasping as his finger brushed across her highly sensitive jewel, setting her nerves on fire. He caressed her there repeatedly, sweeping her steadily higher. As she gasped and her body shook, his other hand continued to softly and lovingly fondle her breast, only adding to the pleasure sweeping through her. She leaned back against him, thrilling to the warmth of his naked body against hers. Her heart swelled with her love for him.
"Oh yes, my love," she sighed.
He smiled, thrilled at the pleasure she was experiencing, knowing the greatest happiness of his life from just being here with her. His finger brushed over the swollen nub of her jewel, bringing still more gasps from her.
"I love you, darling," he whispered.
"Oh, yes," she gasped. "I love you."
She closed her eyes, all awareness reduced to his probing finger flooding her with physical pleasure, and the love in her heart. His presence with her made her so incredibly happy.
He slipped his free arm across her and shifted position slightly, adjusting his rhythm in caressing her pleasure point. Her head turned as she gasped, and he softly kissed her cheek.
"Oh, yes," she cried, her trembling growing more intense.
He continued to sweep his fingertip over her jewel, and in just moments she cried out and spasmed as she soared to orgasm. With a smile, he slipped his finger out of her opening, holding her gently and lovingly in his arms.
She sighed, still aglow with a passionate euphoria, and laying back against him.
"Oh, Ryo," she whispered.
"I love you, my girl genius," he said softly, embracing her.
"I love you," she sighed.
They lay there quietly. After a moment, he resumed gently caressing her. She sat up and he reached for the washcloth, sweeping it softly across her back.
"That feels nice," she said.
"I'm glad you like it," he said.
As he started to wash himself, she slid her hand back along his leg and took hold of his penis, gently stroking it.
"Ami," he groaned.
She grinned. "It only seems fair that I return the favor, my love."
He nodded, feeling his manhood swelling hard and erect as she swept her hand over it.
She shifted position in the large tub, allowing herself a better grip on his hardness. As his shaft throbbed in her hand, she continued to firmly stroke its full length.
He lay back, groaning softly as she swept her hand over him, sending intense pleasure through him. His body trembled at her touch. Her fingers pressed into his shaft as she stroked it.
She smiled as she continued her efforts, happy to be giving him pleasure. He shook as she stroked him.
"Oh, yes," he gasped.
She swept her hand still faster along his length. In just moments, he groaned and a powerful spasm seized him. He thrust up and his member erupted in climax. She grinned as he lay there.
"I take it you liked that," she said.
He nodded. "Oh yes, Ami," he sighed.
Still grinning happily, she moved up over him and kissed his lips. "I'm glad, my love. I love you so much."
"I love you," he replied.
She sat back and gently ran the washcloth over him. In just moments, she opened the drain and ran some fresh water to rinse him off.
As the water drained from the tub, they rose to their feet and stepped out. She picked up a towel and began sweeping it over him. He leaned closer and kissed her cheek.
"Are we going to do more studying tonight, darling?" he asked.
She nodded as she stood up and handed him the towel. "We really should," she said.
"I guess so... I mean, we're only ten chapters ahead in most of our classes," he said with a grin. He took the towel and started drying her.
"Well, we don't want to lose any ground," she said. "And I like to stay well ahead, just in case Sailor business causes me to miss a day's studying."
"I know," he said, enfolding her in his arms. "I'm just very happy to be here with you."
She smiled, then kissed him. "I love having you here."- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Ami and Ryo cuddled together in her bed, both completely naked. Their school books were scattered around on the floor. They had spent much of the evening there in her room, studying together.
"This is just wonderful," she sighed.
"I couldn't agree more," he said softly, kissing her cheek. "I'm just going to miss it tomorrow."
She nodded. "I know... me too," she said. "But we'll have more chances to be together."
"Very true," he said with a smile. "But there's also no time like the present." He suddenly moved over her, pressing his lips down on to hers for a deep, wet passionate kiss.
She sighed with joy into the kiss as their tongues slowly danced together, running her hands over his back. They soon broke apart for breath, but she continued to hold him close, thoroughly enjoying the simple pleasure of his body against her own.
"I love you, my darling girl genius," he whispered.
"I love you," she sighed. "And I love falling asleep in your arms."- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Minako sat on the floor in Geoff's living room, doing her own homework. She had called her parents and told them she would be home after school the next day. Geoff was working at his computer, finishing a paper. The stereo played softly in the background.
She turned the page and paused to rub her eyes, yawning softly.
"Tired?" he asked.
"I guess so," she said, hardly able to tell him that she had spent the afternoon in battle as Sailor Venus.
He shut down his computer, then sat down next to her. She was again wearing the shirt she had borrowed from him, while he wore a t-shirt and a pair of shorts.
"Well, it is getting late," he said.
She nodded, yawning again, then closed her book. "Yeah... It is." Setting the book aside, she lay down on the floor, resting her head on her arms.
He sat there for a moment, finding himself admiring her legs. Quickly pushing those thoughts away with mental reminders that she was both very young and his guest, he moved up beside her and started gently massaging her shoulders.
"Hmmmm. That feels nice," she sighed.
He continued to massage her shoulders as her eyes drifted closed and she sighed happily.
"Hey, don't fall asleep on the floor," he said. "I'm sure it's not all that comfortable... Maybe you should consider going to bed."
She nodded, beginning to sit up. "What about you?" she asked.
"I'm going to fold out the sofa," he said.
"Why?" she asked. "There is plenty of room in the bed, and I don't mind. We didn't have any problems last night."
"But that wasn't exactly intentional," he pointed out.
She shrugged. "I don't think that really matters... I mean, it's not like there's really anything wrong with it, you know."
He hesitated. "Well... ah, you are rather young..."
"I'm not that young," she insisted.
He shook his head. "Where I come from, you would be considered too young... I could face serious trouble just from having you alone like this."
She started to protest, but stopped herself, recalling that the law in England was much the same. "Well, we're not in New Zealand... or England," she said. "Here it's OK."
"More or less," he said.
She looked at him, a pained expression on her face. "Then why did you let me stay with you in the fold-away last night?"
"I didn't want to wake you," he answered. "It just seems a little different since this time it would be intentional."
"What's the difference? You said last night you don't intend to let anything happen, and you've been quite a gentleman... Or are you now planning to put the moves on me?" She grinned at him as he shifted position uncomfortably.
"No... of course not," he insisted, even as enticing images of that formed in his mind.
"Why not?" she asked right away.
"What?"
"Why don't you want to put the moves on me?" she asked. "Don't you find me attractive?"
"Minako! I... I never said I didn't... ah... what I mean is... of course I find you attractive," Geoff stammered. "You're very beautiful, and you have great legs..." He let himself look back at her legs admiringly. "If you were a few years older, I don't think I'd trust myself alone with you like this."
She grinned and laughed, pleased to hear that he considered her beautiful. "But you don't have to worry about that, you know... Here in Japan, it's OK... But I'm not suggesting we do anything like that, Geoff. I just know it felt really nice last night, and there's no reason why we couldn't share a bed again tonight... just to sleep." She looked at him, hoping he would go along with it.
He struggled with his conflicting feelings, then finally nodded. "OK. I guess there won't be any harm in it." He rose to his feet and switched off the stereo.
"Thanks," she said. "I'm sure this will be more comfortable for both of us."
He nodded again as he switched off the lights and they then walked back to the bedroom.
"But I do have to say... I think you're very handsome, and really sexy," she said, giggling.
He stopped dead in his tracks and stared at her.
"Don't worry," she said, laughing. "I'm not planning to jump you... at least not yet. I'm too tired for that."
He looked at her uncertainly as she pulled on his arm. Finally he sighed and followed her to bed. "You never know. I might jump you first," he said.
She giggled. "That might be something to look forward to."
He lay down alongside her and pulled the covers up. "Good night. Sleep well."
She nodded, snuggling next to him. "You too."- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
The house was dark as an exhausted Dr. Mizuno unlocked the door and stepped inside. She moved quietly, not wanting to disturb her daughter and her friend, who were both probably asleep. A quick glance around the darkened living room showed that Ami and her friend had left everything neat and tidy. After working almost thirty-six hours straight, however, she was hardly in any condition to really care.
She stepped into the kitchen and poured herself a glass of water, drinking it slowly. Setting the glass aside, she headed upstairs. At the top of the stairs, she saw that the door to the guest room was open, and that it was empty. She smiled wryly, seeing that her hunch about Ami's relationship with young Ryo was correct.
Moving to Ami's door, she could hear no sound. Her hand reached for the doorknob with a mother's instinct to look in on her child, but she stopped herself, aware of what she was certain to find, and unwilling to invade Ami's privacy in this way. She stepped back, then turned and walked quietly along the hall to her own bedroom, closing the door.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Rei awoke as the early morning light began to filter in through her window. She held still, as Kara was still asleep alongside her. On the floor, Atana had wrapped himself in her sleeping bag, wanting to stay near his daughter in case she suffered a nightmare after the experience of the youma attack. In fact, Kara had only woken up once during the night, needing to be taken to the bathroom. Very gently, Rei brushed a finger along the girl's cheek. Kara sighed softly, and snuggled closer to her. Rei carefully rolled her back, then started to slip out of bed. Kara stirred.
"Hmmm? Rei?" Kara asked sleepily. "Where you going?"
"I... have to get up," Rei said quietly, in English. "I have... things to do... before school."
Kara nodded. "Can I help?"
"I guess so," Rei said.
Just then, Atana rolled over and opened his eyes.
"Daddy!" Kara cried happily, climbing out of bed and jumping on top of him.
Atana gasped for breath, then embraced the girl. "Did you sleep well?" he asked her.
Kara nodded.
"And did you thank Rei for letting you sleep in her bed?"
Kara frowned, then shook her head. She turned back to Rei. "Thanks for letting me sleep in your bed, Rei."
Rei smiled. "You are welcome, Kara," she replied.
Atana looked up at Rei, seeing her sitting on the edge of her bed in just her long t-shirt. He then glanced at the clock. "Do you always wake up so early?" he asked in English, speaking a bit slowly out of consideration for Rei.
Rei nodded. "There is... ah, work to do each morning," she said.
"I want to help," Kara said again. "Do we get to wear the robes again?"
"Yes, we do," Rei said. "I have to wash... Maybe your daddy, ah, help you wash... then you can put on robe."
"That sounds fine," Atana said quietly.
"OK," Rei said. She stood up, pulling on a bathrobe, then retrieved her temple maiden's robes from the closet. Stepping out into the hall, she walked to the bathroom.
After removing her t-shirt and brushing her hair, Rei began the task of putting on her robes. Several minutes later, she returned to her room. Atana had rolled up her sleeping bag and put it aside. Kara sat on Rei's bed, still in her underwear, with a towel wrapped around her.
"You ready to get dressed?" Rei asked her.
Kara nodded, a large grin spreading across her face.
Rei retrieved the small robes. Kara stood up and set her towel aside. Crouching in front of the little girl, Rei began helping her into the robes while Atana observed.
"It's more complicated than it looks," he commented.
Rei nodded. "Yes. It take some... ah, practice." She soon finished, checking to make sure the hems, legs, and sleeves were still properly adjusted for Kara's size. "There you are, Kara."
The young girl smiled happily. "Do you like it, Daddy?"
"You look very nice," Atana said. "Rei, thank you for letting her borrow those."
"It is my... pleasure," Rei said. "Kara, you ready to help?"
Kara nodded, taking hold of Rei's hand. Atana walked with them.
"Part of your morning activities are prayers?" he asked Rei.
"Yes," Rei said. "But... I do not ask Kara to pray."
"Do you plan to become a priest?" he asked.
"Maybe," Rei said.
"Rei's also thinking of being a singer or actress, Daddy," Kara added, looking back at him.
"That is true," Rei confirmed. "I have not... uhm, decide yet."
He nodded in understanding. "Well, you still have plenty of time to decide what you want."- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Ryo was finishing a batch of pancakes, while Ami poured some tea.
"Those smell good," she said.
"Thank you. I hope you'll like them," he said.
"I'm sure I will, my love." She leaned over and kissed him.
He placed a number of pancakes on a platter and brought them to the table. Taking Ami in his arms, he kissed her in return.
Just then, Ami's mother came downstairs. "I hope I'm not interrupting," Dr. Mizuno said quietly.
"Mom!" Ami exclaimed. "Of course not."
"Ah, no... You're not interrupting," Ryo stammered in agreement. Quickly he regained his composure. "Good morning, Mizuno-san. May we offer you some breakfast?"
"Yes. We have plenty," Ami added.
"Thank you. That's very nice of you," Dr. Mizuno said.
Ami quickly retrieved another plate and utensils from the kitchen, while Ryo poured her some tea.
"When did you finally get home, Mom?" Ami asked, as they sat down at the table.
"It was after midnight," Dr. Mizuno said. "It's been some time since I've pulled that long a shift."
"Were you really busy?" Ami asked.
Dr. Mizuno shook her head. "Fortunately no. I think the fact the streets were closed helped with that." She took a bite of the pancakes. "These are really good."
"Ryo made them," Ami said.
Ryo nodded. "I'm pleased that you like them."
"So... I take it you two survived being stuck here," Dr. Mizuno said.
"Oh, yes," Ami said.
"I hope you found more to do than just study," Ami's mother said with just a trace of a smile.
A blush spread across Ami's cheeks as she glanced over at Ryo and smiled. "We found ways of keeping ourselves occupied."
"Yes," Ryo agreed. "Ami can be quite inventive."
Ami shot him a quick scowl, then turned back to her mother. "We really enjoyed ourselves, Mom."
Ryo nodded. "It's been really nice to be here with her."
"Ami has certainly seemed quite happy recently," Dr. Mizuno observed, taking a moment to look at both of them.
"Well, I'm very happy to have met her," he said.
Ami nodded.
"Just as long as you're both being careful," Dr. Mizuno said quietly.
"Mom!" Ami protested.
"Ami, I'm not trying to intrude," Dr. Mizuno said. "And I don't object... But I'm both a mother and a doctor. I worry about you, and I know what can happen."
"We're being careful, Mom," Ami said. "Neither of us intends to do anything stupid."
"Definitely not," Ryo agreed.
"Just take care," Dr. Mizuno said, seeming to gaze off into the distance. "Sometimes even the best intentions aren't enough."- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Mamoru and Usagi stood together in the shower, letting the warm water spray over them. He held her in his arms, kissing her softly.
"I love you, Usako," he said.
She smiled up at him. "I love you, Mamo-chan. More than anything."
They finished rinsing themselves off, turned off the water, then stepped out. After they had wiped themselves off with their towels, he picked up a brush and helped her with her hair.
"This is still so nice," she said. "I just love having you help me with this."
"I love doing it," he said, running the brush through her hair. "But I just love having you here with me, Usako."
She nodded. "This is where I belong, Mamo-chan. My home now is here with you."
"Most definitely," he agreed.
He finished helping her put her hair into its usual odangos, and they then returned to the bedroom to dress for classes.
"Are you going to be able to pick me up after school?" she asked.
"Of course," he said. "I'll be there. Are you still planning to talk with your mother this afternoon."
"Yes," she said. "But I won't know just when until I get back to their house."
He nodded, then kissed her.
They dressed, then walked out to the living room to gather up their books.
"Do you have everything?" he asked.
She looked through her briefcase once more, then nodded. "Yes, I think so."
They walked out into the hall, and he closed the door behind them. She slipped her hand into his as they walked to the elevator. The elevator door closed, and he kissed her again.
"I love you so much," she sighed.
"I love you, Usako," he whispered.
The elevator took them down to the parking garage and they walked to his car. He opened the door for her. She tossed her briefcase and her lunch inside, then turned back, threw her arms around him and kissed him.
He looked down into her eyes. "I'm afraid we don't have time for that," he said.
She smiled happily. "I always make time to kiss my future husband," she replied, kissing him again. "Even if we do have to go to classes today."
He grinned, then softly brushed his lips over hers. "But we do have classes, my love."
"I know," she sighed, slipping into the car. "But even that can't spoil my happiness from being with you, Mamo-chan."< To be continued >
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NOTE: A few readers have made comments about the differences in ages between several of the Senshi and their boyfriends; for the purposes of this story, the girls are all 14, as are Ryo and Shinozaki, while Mamoru is 19, Geoff 20, and Atana 23. By North American standards the girls would be too young to have a relationship with young men in their late teens or early twenties, and if I was doing a "dub version" (think DiC and CWI) I would probably have to confine their relationships to a mostly platonic level. By Japanese standards, however, such a relationship is not taboo. Since I am basing this on the Japanese version, I am doing my best to go by Japanese standards. Unlike those behind the North American dub, I do not consider it necessary to edit out cultural differences. More to come.Hopeless Romantic and I now have a message group to notify our readers when we post new stories/chapters. Those who are interested can sign up at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/strands_of_moonlight/ .
Always remember, good gentles, that a yarnspinner works from and within existing legends and stories. The characters of "Sailor Moon" belong to others. In spinning my yarns, I do not seek to infringe on their rights of ownership, but merely to join with other fans to spread the legend still further. "The moonlight carries a message of love." Enjoy.
-01.25.2002