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Chapter 22. Concert in the city.

After some days and some interventions of the Justicieras it seemed that normality had returned to the city. The truth is that on the basis of annihilating demons, but also to stop and capture criminals, saving dozens of people, the group of fighters had become very popular. Meanwhile Roy kept training hard and progressing. At last, classes at the university had resumed for all. Beruche had been well received by her companions. Everyone congratulated her on getting out of that "terrible collapse caused by the attacks." Roy also decided to return to the classroom. He, apart from his natural tendency to find boring classes, felt a great complex of guilt. He was no stranger to when he was possessed he did things that it was best not to know. Until now he had been able to avoid the direct classmates since he only went to college practically to sleep and sometimes not even to that. However, when it came time to go to the classroom he noticed that the rest of the students shunned him, except of course Tom, Beruche and Cooan, the only ones that were standing by his side, supporting him. His friend Tom, for example, was trying to cheer him up.

- Calm down, man, we'll explain everything, you'll see how things will work out.

-Yes Roy, the boys will know the truth. -  Cooan added softly. -

-Do you think they're going to swallow that I was possessed by a demon? - He asked skeptically, admitting. - If it had not happened to me, I would not even believe it...

The three of them looked at each other with faces of circumstances, and it was Bertie who took him by the arm and answered him with kindness and firmness.

- They will believe it, some things happened to them. Do not be discouraged, we will travel the entire university to convince them if need be.

Roy appreciated her support, especially Beruche's last words. She was a splendid girl, she never surrenders and under that seemingly fragile aspect she hid a great determination and strength. The same could apply to Cooan. Now he was sure that with them at his side he would be able to accomplish anything...

-Thank you so much my friends. I do not know what I would have done without you. Specially without you, little cube - The boy smiled .-

And said and done, during the breaks they were distributed by the classes among the companions of Roy. They tried to explain to them what happened. Most were very reluctant to believe it, but others did so by being directly or indirectly affected by those events. In spite of the suggestions that Valnak launched or precisely because of these, since the death of that demon some boys and girls regain confused memories that made sense to them while they listened to the story of the sectarians and the mental manipulation that they exerted. Roy´s friends mostly told them about manipulation and psychological tricks, that was because they thought that talking about demons was a bit tricky, as well as unacceptable to society. Cooan, for example, explained what happened during a break from classes.

-Do not you remember the strange events that have happened here and in the whole city and how some students and teachers acted so strangely? Well, the same thing happened to Roy. But it's all right. Everything he could do or say was not his fault. He was manipulated like many other companions.

-Please, - said Beruche, who had gained a great deal of respect and sympathy from her companions due to her misfortune. - I address in particular all those he may have offended, it was not his intention at all and...

Roy who had not dared to enter to face his classmates was armed with courage then and interrupted addressing the group. They listened to him very interested.

- I must be the one to apologize, thank you Bertie and Connie, but it is up to me. I apologize to everyone I have been able to offend or hurt with my behavior. I assure you it was not me.

- Sure pal! - said Michael, companion in addition to the basketball team, with a de-dramatizing and even jocular tone. - But we preferred you then that in your normal state. At least you knew the test answers.

-It is true. - Jack agreed sympathetically, when he added. - I already said. That smart and applied guy could not be you.

- On the other hand, I'm glad you're back. - Rollins added. - The other Roy was going to ruin my business...

-Very funny,-  he said, smiling more jovially. - It is seen that I will have to really study to remain popular with the majority, because from now on I do not think they will let me use your articles, my friend.

He laughed at last and the whole class did the same, undoing the tension. Most understood perfectly that everything was part of a wave of strange events that had extended by the city and Roy simply was one more of those affected. Although not all were so willing to understand. Melanie had sat at the back of the class and she did not want to look at the place where her old boyfriend was. He noticed and when he wanted to address her the girl ran out of the class.

-Wait, Melanie! - He asked but the girl ignored him. - Please!

The laughter ceased immediately, and with a face of circumstance and embarrassment, they all watched as Roy followed her.

- Poor Melanie. - Tom commented with Beruche and Cooan. - It was very hard for her. And she has not overcame it yet. She has been eluding Roy all day since she knew he was going back to class.

-She was very kind to me when she learned that Bertie was in the hospital. And though she did not ask for Roy she would still be worried. He will clarify everything with her and they will be friends again. You will see. - Said Cooan full of optimism. -

-I hope so, too - added her sister, who was more skeptical and also distressed by that poor girl. - She's not a bad girl after all.

Malcolm Roberts arrived at the class at that moment, he had been delayed and still had his nose covered by a bandage and arm in a sling. Anyway, he smiled when he saw Bertie and greeted her kindly.

-How glad I am that you have returned! - So. Are you okay already? - He asked with visible interest. -

-Hi Roberts, - she replied with a broad smile. - If I'm fine, thank you very much. How are you? - She said something stiff because that question would serve to address the other matter ...-

- I cannot complain, I'll be back to action in two weeks. - He affirmed.-

- That's what we wanted to talk to you about. - Tom intervened with prevention, he wanted to avoid as much as possible to annoy that boy. - You will see...

- I know Malden is here again. - He cut his partner in a serious tone, adding even something intimidated. - Do not worry, I've had enough...

- Is not that. - Said Cooan. - The truth is that we have been explaining the reasons why he...

- Something I heard. - Malcolm interrupted her with some abruptness, apologizing immediately. - I'm sorry Connie, I still get nervous about remembering.

- He saved my life. - Beruche informed him to surprise his partner. - He faced those who attacked me and got me out of that collapse.

- Well, I pity those guys. - Roberts snorted, with some sarcasm. -

The rest of the boys had already sat down, but Bertie asked Roberts to go out of class, by her expression she wanted to tell him something important and he understood it. After asking permission from the teacher, who granted it, they stayed in the hallway. Once accompanied by Tom and Cooan, Bertie explained...

- They were not terrorists, Malcolm. They were those Sect guys. They controlled Roy and he had a hard time getting rid of their influence. Then they almost killed me, but he beat them. Believe me please! It was not him who did that to you. He would never hurt anyone!

And she said it with an expression of mute supplication, watching him with those blue eyes so deep and that tone tremulous and full of pain that his interlocutor nodded almost inadvertently.

- You know him from other years. - Tom intervened supporting the alleged girl. - When has he quarreled with any other mate?

-I can assure you that he deeply regrets what happened. - Continued Beruche affronted. - Now, without going any further, he has gone to apologize to Melanie, but he will not have it easy.

That made the boy very unsettled, he did not trust what might happen, but Bertie who was expecting something similar, added in a conciliatory tone.

- Come with me and we'll find them. I promise Roy is not that monster that hurts you. Not even the one who told Melanie those terrible things.

- I trust your word. - Roberts snorted in spite of everything, making a great effort to calm himself by adding. - You're a good girl and thanks to you, in part, I'm much happier now...

His companion looked at him in surprise but Roberts sketched a faint smile on his square features and mended his reddish-brown hair to add...

- I'll tell you the way long....

And they all went searching their two companions. Melanie meanwhile ran down the hall, crying. She felt humiliated and hurt, but most of all she remembered that terrible look in his eyes and was terrified to see him face to face. She tried to get out of there but Roy caught up with her before she could take refuge in her room...

-Please leave me alone! - She asked him whining while turning her back. -

-Wait, Melanie, listen to me! Please! I only ask for five minutes. - He begged.-

She did not want to hear anything and tried desperately to open the door. When she succeeded, she tried to enter her room, but her companion avoided it by closing the door with the weight of his arm. Melanie tried to push him away but he was too strong for her, she finally burst into tears.

-Leave me, please, do not hurt me anymore! - She begged, almost hysterical. –

Roy's heart was breaking, seeing that poor girl like that. Never since he knew her could he think of her going through such a bitter trance and the fact that it was his fault. That made it unbearable to him. He could only add with a hasty, distressed and above all imploring tone...

- I beg you, the one that offended you was not me. Let me explain. I cannot be at peace with myself until I tell you the whole truth...

Melanie turned to him, her eyes red with tears. Roy was impressed again, that was even worse than he had imagined when he heard her. He had never seen her with that expression of pain, even humiliation. Now she did not know what to say, only pulled out a handkerchief with which she tried to wipe away her tears. Though she pushed her face away.

-Listen to me! - He asked in his softest, most conciliatory voice. - I do not know what I could have said or done. I do not want to imagine it, but I beg your pardon! It was not me who spoke to you. I have suffered a lot and surely caused a lot of suffering to other people, but that will never happen again. Give me a chance to prove it! That's all I ask. And maybe, over time, we can be friends again.

She watched him indecisively and unlikely to accept his words until Roy himself reminded her...

-Did nothing strange happen to you?  A feeling of overwhelm and that something was trying to dominate you and that you could not prevent? ...

Melanie could barely remember but something in her mind told her that at one point she had such an unpleasant experience. She looked at Roy who was waiting with a pleading gesture, his look was certainly not the horrible one that made her shudder. It really seemed like he was the old boy again, the one she had loved so much since she'd first met him. She could even see sadness in his eyes. The same as when the anniversary of the death of his parents arrived. And that seemed to be something telepathic since the boy unmasked him sadly.

- Those same ones that used me were the ones that killed my parents. And those who tried to kill Bertie. Please! , You know I do not lie to you, I would never do it with this! ... Especially because it was you who was there, by my side, to help me overcome it. And that I will never forget ... I know what I owe you and I regret with all my soul all the damage I did to you. It was me or not...

And she knew he was telling the truth. It could not be otherwise. The girl opened her eyes even more surprised and even pitied her friend and finally relaxed, leaning against the door of her bedroom....

-Do you know what hurt me the most? - Melanie could still mumble, sobbing as Roy shook his head. - That you were right, you or whoever it was. In much of what he told me, a lot of people thought that about me, but no one had told me. That's what I became...

-I'm really sorry, really, - the boy insisted, placing his hands on her shoulders. - I would never hurt you. I really appreciate you, you've always been a good friend and even once we were something else.

- I did not want to realize that was over. - She smiled slightly at her interlocutor. - And I have to admit that I acted like a stupid brat. Now that I think about it I feel very bad for Bertie. The poor girl has had to pay for my jealousy and when I knew she was about to die. I ...  She could not continue, she was about to cry and she did not want to collapse again. -

-Bertie does not hold any grudges, she wants to be your friend, and I’m convinced.

- She's a magnificent girl. - Praised Melanie. - And I wish you to be very happy with her. As I am now.

Roy questioned her with the look and the girl explained...

- Thanks to what happened I have seen that I behaved like a fool, everyone thought it. Yes. - She admitted. - They thought I was a whore. I did not know anyone really cared about me. Only Malcolm did, when I heard what happened to him... Well, he risked so much to defend me, I did not know what to say or what to think. He was by my side and never complained about his own pain. He was only interested to know how I was and to encourage me, in spite of everything...

-How's Roberts? - Roy asked, head down and very ashamed, remembering what Tom told him. - I have to apologize to him, if he allows me after what I did....

- He was really bad but now he only has a broken nose and a dislocated arm, he's okay - said Melanie. -

- He really loves you. It was plain to see when he looks at you. Tom told me how he came to your defense when no one dared to do it and, in spite of everything, he did not want to attack me until that damned that controlled me did not provoke him. I'm so sorry for him! We have had our differences but deep down is a good guy. I hope he would accept my apologies

Roberts himself went to his meeting with Bertie and the others. On their way they had been able to hear the last words of his companion. This one to see him arrive was expected the worst but the giant seemed to come with a peaceful mood. Roy could not help noticing that he still wore a big bandage on his nose and his right arm in a sling...

-I accept your apologies, Malden, - he said quietly as he reached his companion. -

-I'm really sorry. - He repeated, feeling really ashamed and not knowing what to add, he proposed, looking down. - You can give me back all the blows you want.

-Are you kidding me? - Roberts smiled, shaking his head and adopting the boastful tone he used to make, though now in a good mood. - Do you think that a simple blow to the nose and a minor injury would make me so angry? I'm a football fan, I don´t play that game of ladybugs of yours.  My arm is broken almost every game and my nose even more frequently. Besides, if I had to punch you every time you got me crazy since I met you, I would not end up in the rest of this year.

Everyone laughed at that, even Melanie. Even Roy himself smiled, feeling better and nodding. True, Roberts owed him a few. So he could only replicate...

- Thank you. - Roy offered his hand and his companion shook it. - I do not know how to thank you. You take a heavy load off me.

-Thanks to you! -Roberts responded hugging his partner who grabbed his waist while the giant explained to his interlocutor with cheerful mood. - Melanie knew what I felt and now she is with me. Only for that I would have let you break all the bones of my body and forgive all our old debts, Malden. And do not worry! If those bastards bother you again, let me know. They will have to deal with me!

-Yes, thank you, Roy. - She added. - And thanks so much girls and you, Tom. – However, a moment later she whispered to Bertie in a tone of humility. - Please. Could we talk in private?

-Sure. - She nodded with a smile. -

The others went a few feet away and held a relaxed chat in which, among other things, they informed Roberts a little better of the scope of what was happening. Despite not wanting to tell him details about demons, the boy expressed surprise and fear on his face despite the bandage he was carrying. And in the meantime Melanie was saying to her mate.

-You and I did not start well. And you must know it was nothing personal. Without going any further, I really appreciate your sister. And now I'm telling you the truth.

- I already know it. - Bertie reassured her with a warm smile, adding kindly. - She told me that you supported her while I was in the hospital. You have almost been like a sister to her and I will not forget that. Of course we started badly, you and me. But now there is no problem that confronts us, nothing prevents us from being friends. What's more, I'm used to it. Trust me if I tell you that my best friends from Japan were once my deadliest enemies. I assure you that with my great friend Ami it happened the same. We literally tried to kill each other...

-Well, you're a popular girl with men! - Melanie laughed, not thinking it might be due to anything else. -Anyway, from now on everything is forgotten and I hope you will forgive me. Of course, I'm not surprised you managed to change Roy so much...

- I do not have anything to forgive you for. - Beruche declared offering her hand that the other girl accepted with a broad smile. - On the contrary, I'm glad to have you as a friend. We can talk about many things. Among them of that fool of Roy.

Her fellow student smiled at that and she replied in a friendly and jovial tone.

- Do not be too hard on him. He's a great guy. And try to make him happy, huh? If not you will deal with me.

- I'll do it. - Bertie nodded firmly. For she was completely determined to keep that promise. -Thank you!

-By the way. -  Melanie said, pulling out a small bag of black velvet to indicate to her interlocutor. - This is for Connie and for you.

Bertie looked at her questioningly, though her companion merely smiled warmly at her.

-Open it, you silly!

The girl obeyed and discovered inside a pair of blue fabric ribbons. That made her smile and that's when Melanie told her.

-It was unanimously decided. From now on you are full members of the Golden Eagle Brotherhood. We were going to call you when everything was calmer but I wanted to have the opportunity to give it to you personally.

-Thank you, Melanie, my sister is going to be very happy. - Bertie said. -

-Thanks to you. - replied her companion as she tied one of the ribbons on the right arm of her mate to indicate. - And now, as a full member that you already are, it would be nice if you tie the ribbon to your sister. -

-But I do not know. - Bertie could object, because she now remembered. - I was a yellow ribbon. Can I go straight to blue?

-Oh, how clueless I am! - laughed Melanie taking out another bag of velvet that she herself opened by extracting a green ribbon from it. Without further ceremonies she tied it to her companion on top of the blue, apologizing. - I forgot, I should have given this one first to you.

Bertie smiled as she hugged her partner. The two returned with the rest and the cheerleader took Roberts by the hand, leaving the group.

- See you in class. - She told them away with his now boyfriend down the hall.

 Roy stared at them and smiled finally released of his guilt.

- Everything is fixed. - Beruche affirmed hopefully. -

- Yeah, they're both good people. - Said his companion affirming with a grateful sigh. - I hope they’re very happy together.

And they all nodded wanting it to be so and returned to class. Bertie then called her sister aside and after telling her what had happened she had the honor of tying her blue ribbon on her left arm. Cooan was indeed very happy. After this small ceremony the four celebrated the reconciliations in the cafeteria and it was Tom who, getting up for refreshments, learned something that ran to communicate to others.

-Do you know that Sting is going to perform in the city? - He said visibly surprised. -

-Really? - Exclaimed Roy enthusiastically. - I do not miss it, it's one of the great ones! In what place will he act? Where can I buy tickets?

- I heard that in the Central Park. And they are on sale since tomorrow. We will have to hurry if we want to attend. - Replied his companion with the same interest. -

-Who is this Sting? - Bertie wanted to know with a surprised gesture. -

- But little cube! Are you come from another planet or what? - Said Roy, who finished the sentence feeling like an imbecile, confirmation that he had to listen. -

-Well, In fact, yes. -Replied the girl, lapidary and dry, folding her arms as if something bothered her. -

-That's true - his companion grinned stupidly. - I'm sorry, I did not remember...

-Is not he a very popular singer? - Cooan said, so she seemed to be aware. -

-Exactly, - said Tom, who saw the astonished gesture of his friends and explain to them. - I lent Connie some CDs these days and there was some of Police and Sting among them.

The truth was that in those last days, apart from leaving some CDs to Connie, the two had been listening to them together and Tom even sometimes sang some of those songs to the girl's entanglement. Not infrequently they had danced some theme of that artist or other. But of course, that was in the dance activity and they pretexted that they should rehearse for the next dance competition...

-Wow! How you had it in secrecy! hadn´t you?  You would have been listening to them when I was in the hospital. -Laughed Beruche glanced sideways at her sister who turned visible red. -

-Did I not tell you? - Smirked Cooan smiled with a droplet of sweat on her head. - How clueless I am sometimes!  Ha, ha, ha...

-The thing is, we'll have to go buy the tickets. - Roy said, more interested about getting to the point. -

-We'll tell our sisters. - Cooan said. - They sure will want to come.

- I think it would be better if we dedicated ourselves to study, we have already lost a lot of time. - Bertie rebounded to surprise and disappointment of the others. -

-Come on Bertie, do not be a spoiler! We'll study from Monday on. -Roy asked imploringly -

- The same lazy boy as always. Anything before you do your homework. - Bertie reproached him by narrowing her eyes and shaking her head. -

However, seeing the expression of the boy and the others, she smiled jovially relaxing her stern face and replacing that expression with a naughtier one when confessing.

- Okay, it was a joke! I also want to go!  We will enjoy ourselves with a little fun.

-Great, little cube! - Exclaimed her companion, embracing her as he circled her. - Let's go to the concert!

-Stop it Roy! –Bertie laughed. -  I don´t want to get me dizzy either.

-This is my sister!  - Cooan laughed. -

-Your responsible sister? -Tom was surprised. -

-Oh ... you still do not know her, but when she starts to play ... - Cooan smiled with an expression between amused and mysterious. -

-That is what I like you, Cubito! -  Proclaimed Roy lifting her in his arms now, while the young woman laughed. - This is my girl ... with a mocking spirit. I admit that you got me completely...

-Okay, but now you can get me down, - retorted Bertie, who in spite of that, was enjoying it. -

Although with the looks of other boys and girls she could not help blushing. Roy himself realizing the spectacle they were giving and gently left her standing. So the girls went to tell their sisters. Petz was not much prone to that, arguing that it was a waste of time. Then Karaberasu intervened, as acid as ever, and even glad to have a reason to say...

- It's already gone ... my elder sister the spoiler, as usual! If you do not ruin a good plan you do not stay calm. What is more, you enjoy doing it! ...

- Nothing of that. What happens is that it is nonsense to waste an entire afternoon with all the things that we have to do. - Replied this one who hadn´t taken well that words.-

- That is silly. You will say whatever you want but I won´t miss it. - Replied Kalie.-

-But do you know who that guy is? - Petz asked in surprise. -

-Of course I know! - Answered her sister, booming. - I move for discos, in young environments, not like other person I know.

-What do you mean? – Petz snapped. -

-Well, it's clear, do not you realize that you look like an old woman? - Karaberasu answered in a slightly irreverent voice. -...

-What did you say? - Petz inquired, getting angry -

-What you have heard, - her sister reassured her passively. -

-Repeat it if you dare! - Threatened the other woman with a fist. -

-Girls, do not fight. - Cooan asked them worriedly. -

-Shut up! Said her oldest sister abruptly. -

-You are an old woman, an old woman. - Karaberasu repeated with visible amusement. -

-And you - answered Petz, red with anger. -

-Old woman!

-Hooker!

- Well girls, enough already. - Beruche interposed dull of that. -

-Do not start, please. -  Cooan asked again, joining her sister and pleading with a desperate tone. - Petz, we had a hard time convincing Bertie.

- Don´t be exaggerate. Hmmm! – Her sister tried to answer but Cooan opportunely put a hand on her mouth.-

Petz looked at Karaberasu showing her tongue to her. So she did the same, crossing her arms and turned her back. But then she seemed to think better of it and responded to her younger sister.

-Okay, I'm aiming for Kalie to find out I'm not an old woman.

-That's what I like, elder sister! - Kalie smiled. -

So she winked and the others laughed. The atmosphere was still optimistic and Petz herself realized that they needed moments like these to be united and share things, especially after the bad times that all had suffered with the critical situation of Bertie. So she hugged her and said.

-I hope that concert is worth it and that those two guys will be gentlemen and get us good locations.

-Sure they will. - Bertie assured her.-

-You'll see that we're going to be well placed - pointed an excited Cooan.-

So saved this situation among sisters the girls were left this matter of getting tickets to Tom and Roy. In reference to what Petz said, they assured them that they would take care of the tickets and that was it..... Meanwhile at the seat of the sect, the concert did not go unnoticed. Their bosses were already planning to sabotage it in order to dominate the people who would come to witness it. Although a skeptical master asked the Great Sage.

- Sir. Do you think such a nimiety deserves our effort?

-Of course, - he said, stroking his ball. – There, a great mass of stupid humans will gather, we can show our power to that mob.

- And if we forced that singer to send subliminal messages in their songs, - proposed the second master – they would be all ours, we would have a large army of slaves.

- It is a good idea. Get it ready! And this time with caution. - Ordered the Sage.-

-We can summon a demon to impersonate him and sing our songs, - suggested another of the masters with rejoicing. – Ha, ha, ha.

- Do it then. But let it be a devil of the hallucinations category. I'm sick of so much lust kind, - his boss told him. -

The masters nodded energetically, invoking a demon from the fourth circle named Grelag. He appeared with a human appearance of a reluctant English lord, gaudy green coat and matching hair, carrying a monocle to complete the aesthetics. He greeted the Great Sage and the masters with a heartfelt nod.

-Order and I will obey you, - he said in a low, guttural voice. -

- Go and submit the whole public under our control, but do it discreetly. At the moment we do not want to face neither the Golden Warrior nor the Justicieras. - The Wise warned him. - Keep hidden until the day of that concert. Then it will be you who will act...

-I understand, master - The demon nodded, disappearing. -

The next day Roy went to get the tickets. They cost some bucks and besides he almost did not get them because he had to wait for a long line. Thank goodness he had some money saved! Anyway, he wanted to invite the rest to compensate them for the bad things he'd had up to then, including Melanie and Malcolm. But these politely apologized, saying that they already had made their own plans. For all of them, however, it was a well-received distraction. More now that things seemed to be fixed. Well, back to Roy's normalcy and Bertie's recovery, the university had compensated the fellows who had to leave when they closed. Even the sisters of Cooan and Beruche had gotten a job for hours at a beauty shop. They did not waste time, and through Mr. Fumata, who knew some people in the embassy, ​​they were granted work permits. In addition, they extended the visas of stay in the country,  being recommended to the authorities by the own Japanese embassy. Of course it was fortunate to have the help of this man again. Although they suspected that Ami herself would have moved some threads talking to him. In fact they telephoned her to thank her. She was at home studying when she heard the sound of the call.

-Moshi Moshi? -She asked the characteristic Japanese style.-

-Ami-chan! - Bertie's voice sounded. - How are you?

-Bertie-chan! Glad to hear you. Everything is going well here. How are you?

-Perfectly, I call you to thank you ... for all you have done for my sisters and for helping me so much.

-You don´t have to thank me, we are friends. - Replicated modestly her interlocutor.-

-Changing gears. Do you know we're going to go to a concert? – Bertie told her with palpable joy.

Ami smiled. She liked to notice her friend so happy. This one explained to her that concert it was and the Japanese answered her...

-I hope you enjoy it ... You'll tell me...

-Of course. Give a hug to everyone. - She asked to her friend.-

Ami assured her that she would do it and said goodbye. Later she stayed with her friends at the Crown. There she told them that conversation.

-What lucky they are! - Minako commented. -

-I'm very happy for them. Spending good times all together is what they needed after that anguish moments for Bertie and the rest of her sisters. - Added Makoto. -

-It's true. - Rei agreed. - And they're going to have fun. He's a very good singer.

Usagi listened to them even though she seemed lost in thought. That surprised the rest. It was Minako who told her.

-And you do not say anything?

-What do you want me to say?

-I do not know. - Her interlocutor smiled. - Something like, how lucky they are! I want to go, or get me an autograph...

-Mina-chan, the one who wants to be an idol and who loves the world of fame is you. - Usagi smiled faintly. -

Her friend nodded, she had to admit that it was true. However, Usagi used to be as crazy and fanatical about attractive singers as herself. Maybe she would have matured a lot and given her relationship with Mamoru that kind of behavior of hers would have past already ... the others continued chatting about that and other issues. Meanwhile Rei was watching her friend strangely. She would normally have used that conversation to throw some piss at Usagi but something about her made felt her uneasy. Her mate did not look well. At least her aura was fuzzy. As if some worry or fear overwhelmed her. She wisely chose not to say anything. She would talk to her alone...

-When we say goodbye to the others, I will ask her to accompany me to the sanctuary. - She thought.-

On the other hand in America the days before the concert Roy lent Petz and Kalie his apartment to reside. However, they only accepted until they received the first salary and then insisted on going to another one for rent, they did not want to be a nuisance.

-But girls. You are my friends. You do not have to pay me anything. - Roy insisted. -

-No, that cannot be, - Petz snapped. - We're depriving you of your flat.

-I live in the college. I only come here on vacation or sometimes on weekend. - He replied. -

-It is still yours and I do not think it right to take advantage of your kindness. - Said the elder of the sisters.-

-Go on, little cube, you tell her sister. - The boy asked Bertie. -

-This time, Petz, I think Roy's right, - she said. -

-You should understand us. - Answered the aforementioned. - For us it is a shame to have to take advantage of that way.

- Do not take it like this One-sama. - Beruche asked with a shocked expression.-

-It's true, - said Cooan. - Come on, Petz. Do not be so inflexible. And Kalie, help us to convince her. - She asked her sister.

Nevertheless, Kalie had been listening without getting into the argument. That was paradoxical since she always liked to get into all of them and to argue with her elder sister. However, to the surprise of the youngest ones, she replied with a serious tone.

-This time I agree with Petz. Understand us girls. We already abuse the hospitality of Usagi and the others. We want to get ahead on our own. Now we can work and with that we were paid, we can rent a room in a hotel. Or rent a modest apartment.

-Ok, that is ok. But in the meantime. - Roy interjected. - You'll have to live somewhere...

None of the sisters answered. That was true and besides, annoying. It was Tom who had prudently stayed on the sidelines.

-In my country we have the habit of helping friends and relatives. And you are good friends. And besides, sisters of Bertie and Connie. Think this it is a very temporary arrangement. And that while visiting our country you are our guests ... If someday we go to yours you can correspond.

-That is true, and you even can teach the Kansas peasant to eat with chopsticks. -  Roy said with a tinge of humor that made everyone smile.

Although they shook their heads with a laugh. Karaberasu replied at last...

-We would like to accept but only if you let us pay you even if it's a bit of a rent, we still have money saved.

Roy sighed. Of course these Japanese were stubborn. Anyway ... luckily he came up with an idea, and he could use it, judging by the dwindling of his finances after buying tickets.

-We'll do one thing if it suits you. I propose that, in exchange for staying in my flat, you will pay for the localities of the concert. According to my accounts that would mean half a month's rent in this part of the city.

The two older sisters looked at each other and after a few seconds nodded. It was Petz who smiled to respond.

-We accept...

-That's settled then. - The boy smiled. – It is a deal.

And so it was decided. Finally the great day came. Now the main problem was finding places in the front row. At last the luck accompanied them even in that, were in places quite close to the stage. The performance had not yet begun but Cooan noticed that her stone blinked. She indicated it to Beruche and this in turn to her other two sisters and they all put the excuse that they went to the ladies bathroom. The boys, oblivious to the true motive, watched them going away, giving them a rather annoying countenance.

-Is it possible? With the efforts that has cost us to get us here and find this place! Well, I'm not going to look for them, -Roy declared categorically, crossing his arms in obvious dislike, adding. -Look, I warned them to go to the bathroom before they came.

-I'll never understand that habit that women have to go all together to the bathroom. - Tom said, resigned. -

-These are able to start lending various makeup and creams to each other and ended up running a shop in the very same bathroom. - His friend smiled. -

 -Yes, I would not be surprised, judging by their entrepreneurial spirit, as Connie told me. - A funny Tom agreed to add. - And for once you're quite right. They have been most inconvenient. Look that we warn them that once inside...

-Hey! What do you mean, for once, Kansas peasant? - His friend retorted.-

-OK, OK. I did not say anything. - His interlocutor smiled. -

For their part the girls went to a secluded street and there they were transformed. Screaming all at same time.

-Pure heart of fire, of ice, of thunder, of lightning, give me the power!

So after being transformed into Justicieras they returned to the concert, sneaking around the stage without being seen. Their vigilance immediately paid off by discovering the demon who was crouching behind boxes. The elder sister whispered to the others.

-Let's go after him, girls!  - Her companions nodded and Petz shouted at her enemy. - There you are, huh? We will not let you ruin this musical event.

- Fans of good music have the right to have fun. - Added Beruche. -

- In addition, the tickets were so expensive and people cannot be without concert - completed Karaberasu.-

-So in the name of Justice, and on behalf of the musical art, we will punish you. - Cooan said. -

The demon stared at them incredulously at first, but he was quick to react by jabbing.

-Do not get in my way or you'll regret it!

And to emphasize his threat he threw a ray of energy that the girls almost can´t dodge. Grelag took advantage of the confusion of his enemies fleeing to the stage. The people upon seeing him believed that it was part of the spectacle and applauded. When the Justicieras went after him, the public recognized them and ovation them. The girls were surprised by the cheers of the crowd. Their opponent tried to seize the opportunity to attack them but the Wise forbid it telepathically.

- But why? They are not rivals for me - replied the demon arguing. - I'll eliminate them all and cause panic.

-Imbecile, - said the Sage. - That is precisely what is not convenient, for us. People would flee and we want to control them, use your head for something more than wearing that stupid monocle! Retreat for now...

-As you command, sir, - the devil agreed reluctantly, rising in the sky and away. -

People whispered phrases like. "I did not know that Sting was riding shows like that, that special effects so mind-boggling, it's awesome.

-Do not run away, in the name of justice! - The girls demanded in unison, raising more applause from the audience. -

-Damn it! - Karaberasu spat helplessly. - We cannot fly...

They looked at each other without knowing what to do next. It was clear that they would have to try to follow that demon somehow. But before they could leave, the announcer came up to them. He was astonished, nobody had warned him of that show before the performance, but as a good professional he put on his best face and improvised. Applauding them as the rest of the public, he addressed the audience with a big smile.

-Are not they wonderful? This has been a wonderful surprise. Ladies and gentlemen, applause for the Justicieras! The group of girls that has revolutionized the city lately helping so many people. Now, while the famous Sting arrives, tell us something about your life.

And while that was happening both boys had witnessed everything between the public and the escape of the demon had not gone unnoticed precisely...

-If the girls ever come back from the toilet, tell them I went to the loo too. - Roy said sarcastically to Tom.

He nodded, also interested in what those strange individuals were going to say. His friend went from there to a secluded place. Turning into the Solar Warrior he flew away and passed over the stage.

-This is incredible! - The presenter remarked when he saw him cross the skies. - Look at that ladies and gentlemen. There goes the Golden Warrior who lately has also become well known and admired for his fight for good. Although we can only see this light from here, what a speed! - More applause from the people when realized this. -

            Roy, in addition to training, had anonymously used his skills to help people in distress and fight all the thugs he had seen. That was also one of the dreams of his childhood that he was able to fulfill and in step he could get the thorn from having been controlled by evil out. Nevertheless, and unrelated to these reasons, the presenter turned his attention to the girls and inquired with the public's attention on them.

-And what can you tell us about you? Who are you?

He held the microphone to Cooan, who visibly embarrassed herself was stunned and could barely mutter.

- Well, this ... I... we are warriors who fight for love and justice.

- If Usagi and the others could hear you. - Karaberasu whispered smiling sarcastically. -

- I just could not think of anything else. – Cooan apologized also whispering to her sister. -

-We fight for the peace of the world, - intervened Beruche, more serenely. -

- And we are here to protect the weak and the innocent. - Petz said that she did not want to remain without intervention. -

-Are you friends of the Golden Warrior? - His interviewer asked. - Many people wonder if you work together.

-No, well ... we do not know him, - Cooan mused. -

- He acts on his side and we act for ours. We have had no relationship with him. - Petz rifled. -

-But we would like ... - Kalie smirked a little mischievously for the rest of her sisters. -

- The main thing is that we all fight for good and to defend the weak. - Declared Bertie to run a thick veil over that. - We're on the same side.

-That's very good, - agreed the presenter, looking behind the scenes and pointing jubilantly. - And there here he is, the great Sting. He is coming! - The audience cheered the entrance of their idol while the girls felt more ashamed every second. -

In the meantime, Roy followed the demon who noticed it and thought to hide it hidden behind a cloud. Grelag, believing himself safe, smiled saying out loud.

- Miserable creatures. When the Solar has left I will approach and control the human mind to sing my favorite songs, about terror and destruction. Ha, ha, ha!

-Ha, ha, ha," Roy repeated with mockery suddenly appearing beside his surprised adversary. - Do not you know how to laugh? Or do it about other things? You are monothematic. Always thinking about dominating people and cheating. Have you tried to found a political party? - He suggested with acid sense of humor sentencing. - It would be much easier.

The demon froze at being discovered and could only react by attacking...

-Die! ... - shouted Grelag throwing to his enemy a succession of rays that the boy dodged easily...

- You've already make me wasted a lot of time. Because of you, I lost the front row of the concert and everything for such a ridiculous demon. - He reproached him with annoyance - those cretin of the sect no longer know that to command. Take that! - exclaimed Roy that without difficulty destroyed to his opponent with an energy ray, then, rubbing his hands, he declared. - I'll run again, the concert does not wait. -

He returned to a secluded place and regained his normal state struggling again to regain his position and getting his way with more and more problems in advancing. Tom was waiting for him halfway between the people when they met. Roy told him what had happened and they both got back into the crowd, recovering their place, not without some difficulty. During that time, on the stage, Sting had greeted the girls and Karaberasu, as usual more extrovert than any, asked him with the ensuing melody and scrum.

- You're the biggest. I am an unconditional fan of yours. Please, would you give me an autograph?

Sting nodded, smiling as the flashes of the photographers raged, and the rather stiff, red-colored girls, especially in the case of Bertie and Cooan, who tried to sketch smirks of circumstance. Petz was so embarrassed that she did not know where to hide, but she forced herself to smile too, almost with a grin. However, Kalie seemed to be in her element posing again and again, making the V with her fingers and even taking the arm of the surprised singer. Without thinking twice, she added with another big smile.

-Write for the fabulous Justicieras and my dear friend, the beautiful and elegant Thunder Lady. Please. - Sting agreed, apparently amused by that, writing. - I hope that you dedicate us some song. Will you? - Karaberasu added very happy with her autograph, and looking at the artist in delight when the singer nodded. -

-Let's go, girls, we have to go.-  Petz said to her sisters, who stared with admiration at the stunned artist. -

Although Petz was anxious to stop being in the spotlight of so many people and also felt visibly ashamed of Karaberasu´s brazenness, she would already talk to her at home!

-A nice and large clap for our heroines. - The presenter dismissed.-

The other girls nodded at the command of their older sister. The truth is that after the first wave of blushing they had adapted very well to the applause and before the perplexed look of the whole public they disappeared behind the scenes followed by another great ovation. In a secluded place they recovered their identities.

-Hey, that was great! - Cooan smiled declaring delighted. – Have you seen how they admire us!

-Yes, now I understand Usagi and the girls. They cannot take a step in Japan if they go with their warrior identities. - Agreed Bertie.-

-We're meant to be loved. - Added Karaberasu among jokes too. – Joining how beautiful we are and how well we fight, we will soon be sure to make a movie of ours. I would like to know who would be the actress that will interpret me. She will win the Oscar! ...

-Of course. - Petz reproached her. - You cannot be let loose. What a shame!  You've been wanting to take that guy home.

-It would not have been a bad idea. - Her sister replied, adding in her usual biting tone. – Come on, Petz, if they were cheered up even for you. In spite of the aloof you are. Are you going to tell me that you did not like it?

Both Beruche and Cooan already feared the worst by looking at their older sister, but this time and to everyone's surprise, including Karaberasu, Petz admitted it with a half-smile, looking amused.

-Actually, it was not so bad. If you let me get fame I could even get used to it and be as crazy as you.

The girls celebrated that remark with a cataract of laughter. At last they realized that the music had already begun to sound and they returned to the concert. As women, they were able to open their way better than their companions, thanks to the greater courtesy people had for them. Their friends, on the other hand, were waiting impatiently.

-It's about time you came back, girls. - Tom said. -

-Are you finally ready? - Added Roy.-

-Have we missed any songs? - Cooan demanded, making them confused. -

-No, but the Justicieras have been on stage. - Roy said with amused expression.-

-For real? – Beruche wanted to know, showing a face of surprise and adding with exaggerated admiration. - Oh, those heroic women! What a pity that we could not have seen them in person!

- So they have carried out a very funny little comedy trying to chase a demon that has escaped flying, leaving them in a really ridiculous situation. Ha, ha. What a group of fools! - Laughed Roy.-

Luckily for him, he did not notice the killer looks that the girls were focusing on him after finishing that sentence...

-What are you insinuating? - Petz asked visibly upset. -

- That the one who really will have done something would be the Golden Warrior. That one is a real hero! - Answered Roy with a half-smile of self-complacency. - I'm sure he's done with that demon in a moment.

- Yes, by leaving him blindly lost. That guy only serves to shine when the light goes out. - Kalie interjected with sarcasm.-

Now it was the boy's gesture that twisted. The truth is that the girl was very timely returning the ball to the satisfaction of her sisters who celebrated that with laughter (this time including Petz) which also made Tom laugh while he commented funny.

- They seemed very nice. Even a Justiciera has asked for an autograph to Sting. That was good! I wonder. Who can these women be?

-You never know. - Said Karaberasu with false disinterest, turning her back to look at the dedication of the famous singer. -

-Hey, stop talking, it's about to start! - Roy said, pointing to the stage. -

And so it was, the concert began and everyone had a great time. Cooan and Beruche, sometimes even got on the shoulders of the two boys, applauded and chanted. One of the songs, Fields of Gold, was just part of the songs that Tom and Cooan had heard.

"You will remember me when the west wind moves

On the fields of barley

You will forget the sun in your jealous sky

As we walk in the fields of gold...

He took her love

For a look

On the golden fields

In her arms she fell, and her hair shed

On the golden fields

You will be with me and you will be my love

Among the fields of barley

Forget the sun in your jealous sky

When we are lying in the fields of gold”

You will stay with me and you will be my love

Among the barley fields...

 And after singing to the girl part of that song, surrounding her from behind with her arms. Tom told her then, releasing her from that soft grip they had.

-It reminds me a lot of my house, an immense field of gold with barley and wheat, before the harvest. I wish I could show you someday! It's so beautiful.

-Yes, I would like it very much. -  She smiled at him, making their eyes meet again for both of them to blush. -

For his part Roy caught some of those words and smiled approvingly, pleased by his friend and Connie. The two deserved to be together and anyone who could see them, would realize immediately that they made a magnificent couple. Like him with Bertie, at least he hoped. He kept on raising the girl who now clapped the songs really lively. The same as Petz and Kalie who, for once, were having a great time without arguing. So Sting reviewed his great successes for the fun of all his fans and how it couldn´t be otherwise, the singer finished with his song "English Man in New York" What started with a great ovation.

-This is my favorite of Sting - an excited Roy commented to the group. - Let's sing it all! -

I do not drink coffee, I drink tea, my dear,

I like toast made only on one side,

And you can hear it in my accent when I talk,

I'm an Englishman in New York.

Look at me walking down Fifth Avenue,

With a cane here by my side,

I take it everywhere I walk,

I'm an Englishman in New York.

I am a foreigner, (or an a alien alien),

I am a legal stranger,

I'm an Englishman in New York.

I am a foreigner, I am a legal alien,

I'm an Englishman in New York.

If, as someone said, manners make man,

Then he is the hero of the day.

It takes a man to tolerate

Ignorance and smile,

Be yourself no matter what they say.

I am a foreigner, I am a legal alien,

I'm an Englishman in New York.

I am a foreigner, I am a legal alien,

I'm an Englishman in New York.

Modesty, decorum, can lead to notoriety,

You could end up being the only one.

Chivalry and sobriety

Are few in this society,

At night, a candle is brighter than the sun.

It takes more than weapons to make a man,

It takes more than a gun license.

Face your enemies, avoid them when you can,

A gentleman will walk but will never run.

If, as someone said, manners make man,

Then he is the hero of the day.

It takes a man to tolerate

Ignorance and smile,

Be yourself no matter what they say.

I am a foreigner, I am a legal alien,

I'm an Englishman in New York.

I am a foreigner, I am a legal alien,

I'm an Englishman in New York.

(The Police / Sting - Englishman in New York - author credit)

Petz and Karaberasu smiled in delight and even joined their sisters chanting the chorus that were quite easy to learn, and in its first sentence even seemed written for them.

- "I am an alien, I'm a legal alien ... .I am an Englishman in New York!

That of course, Kalie, with her typical satirical sense of humor and her occurrences, varied by other which fitted them even most...

-We are aliens, we're real aliens. We are Nemesian girls in New York! LOL! We are extraterrestrials, real aliens, Nemesis girls in New York...

This was so successful that they all chanted to burst out laughing along with Roy and Tom immediately. Thus, the day was very joyful and fun for the whole group.

But in the seat of the sect they weren´t in mood for songs. An angry Great Sage forswore, while watching them leave that concert, in his ball.

- Damn you, Golden Warrior! Justicieras! In a little while you will no longer be involved in our plans. Soon, very soon, we will finish with you...

And his sinister mind it was already a new plot designed to fill with horror and pain the hearts of their enemies...

Thankfully oblivious top that the group came back after eating some hot dogs. The girls to the flat and the boys to the university. They decided to see each other’s next day.

-It was great. I've had a good time. - Cooan said with enthusiasm.-

-Yes, we've noticed. - Karaberasu smiled mischievously.-

-There was only to see you with Tom to realize how well you sang together. - Petz giggled with her sister this time.-

Her little sister flushed and was barely able to sketch a shy smirk. Although it was Kalie who varied the subject allowing a respite.

-When Mina-chan sees this autograph the envy that she will have...

-I have to recognize that nerve you do have. - Beruche laughed.-

-You cannot complain either. You were with Mister Hercules in person. - Kalie said. - And you did not seem to have anything uncomfortable up his shoulders...

Bertie's turn to blush to the ears. She had to admit it. Being with Roy made her feel like something in her stomach. Butterflies thought she remembered what was said. Her pulse quickened and she felt a nice warmth that filled her completely. Although she tried not to show too much to avoid the jokes of her sisters so she declared with a domain barely recovered...

-I'll call Ami-chan to tell her. - Too bad she and the others could not be here...

-Yes, It was a pity. I would have liked to share it with everyone. - Petz said.-

And so the four of them came to the apartment that Roy had left. It was not very large had, only a couple of rooms. The sisters lay down in pairs in each one of them. They had brought several mattresses by improvising some four simple but comfortable beds. In one room Petz and Cooan were accommodated and in the other Kalie and Bertie. They decided that, since they had been apart for so many months, they wanted to spend time with their other sisters. The next day they would change and Petz would sleep with Bertie and Kalie with Cooan. Before falling asleep each couple chatted a little. Cooan told her older sister.

-The truth is, I feel very happy in this country.

-I'm very glad to hear you speak like that. I see you very changed Cooan-chan. - Petz replied.-

-I did not think I could ever be so excited again. - Her sister confessed. –

-That is really good. I want to know why…- Smiled her sister with irony in her declaration.-

-It's just ... since I met Roy and Tom ... and the rest of the people around here ... well, we've made a lot of friends."- Cooan could say embarrassed.-

-Tell me one thing. -  Her sister asked. -You're attracted to Tom, are not you?

-Well. - Her little sister blushed to finally admit. - Yes. He's a charming boy ... attentive, kind, and very handsome...

-Have you fallen in love with him? - Petz wanted to know. -

-I would not know what to say about that. - Cooan replied, this time without that enthusiastic tone she had been using. - I think so...

Her sister said nothing. She was perfectly aware of what was happening. Kalie told her. And she saw it very clearly already when she read the letters that the little girl sent them. At first she kept talking about Roy. Something had to happen so that now she tried not to make references to that boy. She seemed to have turned on the other boy who was visibly interested in her. And it was just as Cooan had described. On Petz's part, this relationship had all her blessings. All she wanted that it was not a way for her younger sister to overcome another disappointment of love. However, she saw her happy and so she did not dare to say anything about it. The only thing she answered was.

-I'm exhausted. I do not know how I let myself be convinced, tomorrow we have to get up early.

-Tell me something, Petz. - Cooan asked. -  do not you like anyone? You understand me...

-Not sweetheart. I am not for that now. – Sentenced Petz. - My priority is you.

-But it must not be so. You have already seen that we are blissful. It's time for you to think about your own happiness...

A bitter smile flickered on Petz's lips. She wish she could do it! Yet the memory of her great love was still there. She did not feel like remembering that, and simply answered, wishing to settle the matter and sleep...

-I'll think about it. Now I'm so tired that my eyes close ... Good night.

-Good night One-sama. - Cooan replied and getting ready to sleep too.-

And in the other room, the always naughty Karaberasu was testing her little sister...

-Come on Bertie, are you telling me that you and Roy have not yet come to anything serious? You know what I mean.

-Of course not! - She hurried to answer such a question with a blush on her face.-

Luckily in that room, which was only illuminated by the diffused night-lights that sneaked through the window that was not observable. In spite of everything Karaberasu could perceive by the tone of voice of her sister, between embarrassed and chopped...

-If I were in your place, I would have thrown the loop ... literally and metaphorically. -

She alluded to that tie for the hair she used to wear, whether red or yellow. Sometimes green or blue. Now in bed she was released from it scattering a rather long hair, with a really nice brown color that matched her brown eyes. Bertie thought her sister was really beautiful and voluptuous. Of that kind of girls that when they proposed it were able to surrender any man at their feet. And she talked a lot about Roy ... so by this time, she decided she had to say something. But even she did not dare to claim that boy as her own ... She was in a mess! She liked it, she could no longer deny it. However she was too shy to express it openly. Fortunately her own sister settled that.

-Do not worry, - she said almost with a resigned pose. - He's stuck for you. You just have to look at him when you are by his side to notice. Anyway, I would not be his type. I think he's dated many girls like me...

-How do you know that? - Her sister asked now, bewildered. -

-It is plain to see. - Karaberasu sighed more seriously and even regretfully. I never deprived myself of going for a man I liked. And I have been very successful. Although I have never met anyone who really deserves to go further ...He is in my same situation.

Now it was Bertie who thought of her older sister. She knew of the rumors that related her to their former boss. And this time she dared to ask. Of course, with prevention.

-I do not wish to offend you Oni-sama, but ... Tell me, if you do not judge it an intrusion on your private life...

-Calm down, sweetie, ask me what you want. -Karaberasu offered to her interlocutor.

-You dated Rubeus, did not you?

Karaberasu took a few moments to respond. That did not bring her good memories. Well, to be honest with herself, some did. At first it was a wonderful relationship. Her former boss was a handsome, well-mannered, experienced hustler. She enjoyed being with him, but then she realized the sad reality.

-That was not serious at all. At least from an emotional point of view. I liked him. Although it did not last ... I was very immature and Rubeus just looked at me like another conquest. I admit I had relationships with him and he knew how to make me enjoy. However, everything was limited to a physical attraction. No Bertie, if anything I have learned is that in the long run physical attraction is not the important thing. And luckily for you, Roy is very different from our former superior. Being still so handsome. - She could smile.-

-Yes, I know, - she said in a reflective tone. I'm still not too sure of my feelings. Everything has happened very fast...

-Go slow. - That's the wise advice of your older and experience sister. - Kalie smiled. -

-And what do you think of Cooan and Tom? - Bertie wanted to know.-

-Being honest, I think he's the best man she could ever love. -  Her sister sighed. -

-It's true, - Bertie said, genuinely relieved. - I think so as well. They make a great couple! You just have to see them together. I am very happy for her. I remember how bad she felt because of Rubeus.

Kalie did not answer, but she thought with some regret and uneasiness how far Beruche was from knowing the truth. Her younger sister had been in love with Roy. That was obvious. And there were only two possibilities, or Bertie was too naive or had chosen to ignore that. But as things were now planted, it would be best to let time chase them down. She wished Cooan would eventually love that nice and simple guy! A real gentleman.

-I'm dying of sleep. - She could reply at last.

-And me. See you tomorrow sister. - Bertie smiled. -

-See you tomorrow too, sleep well…

And so both tried to sleep and they achieved that goal in a few minutes. Meanwhile, in Japan. True to her intentions Rei waited for all her friends to say goodbye to meet Usagi as she left for home.

-Would you have a few minutes? - She asked.

-Then I'll be late and my mother will scold me.

-It's important. - Her friend could say in a tone of uneasiness. - Could you come to Hikawa for a moment?

-It's too far, I'd be home late. - Opposite Usagi added. Cannot you tell me whatever it was here?

Rei sighed, nodded slowly and once made sure that none of her friends was already close she headed to Usagi and asked directly.

-You've been very thoughtful all afternoon, tell me. Is there anything that concerns you? ... I can feel that your aura is not in total harmony...

Usagi sighed. It was clear that her friend had great spiritual gifts. Not in vain she was a priestess. It would do no good to try to deny it so that she nodded...

-What's going on? - Rei wanted to know.-

-Things are going to happen. And they will affect our friends back in America. - Usagi revealed to her interlocutor.-

-Is there anything we can do? - Her friend asked immediately. -

-Not yet. I do not know what it's going to happen ... - Usagi said. - Nor when it's going to happen neither. I just know it's a test they'll have to overcome...alone.

-I understand. - Her companion nodded, now looking at her with a mixture of regret and pleading when she added. - I do not think it necessary for you to pass alone for this. Let us help you. I want to ease that burden of yours.

- I wish you could Rei, but that is not up to me. - She sighed. - Do not worry, have faith in them. They are strong, they are united. And now the girls can fight. We know of their courage and they are able to do the best.

The priestess nodded, though she was convinced that her friend kept much for herself. But she realized that it was useless to try to force her to speak. She could only smile to say goodbye and declare.

-I think so, too. - However I am ready to go to your aid as soon as you need us. Like the others...

-Thank you Rei. I know, - said her friend, stepping away from her with slow steps as she added. - See you tomorrow. 

And the priestess let her go while she followed her with her eyes. At last she turned to return to the sanctuary...

-Usagi-chan ... I wonder what can be so painful so you have to hide it like this ... - She said with regret as she walked away.-

For her part the other girl thought of that. She had had some really confusing and unpleasant dreams. She knew something bad was going to happen, but what would it be? Unfortunately, she could only wait and beg for the welfare of her friends...

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