Title: Aishiteru Author: Lisa Rating: G E-mail: LisaZUMstories@aol.com Author's Notes: Hi minna! Here's my latest piece of fan fiction. Gomen nasai, but it is VERY, VERY short. Why? Because I didn't intend for it to be long!*smiles* Thanks for all the wonderful comments on my stories everyone! I really appreciate it! Now this story takes place in the R movie. It's in Mamoru's p.o.v. If you're not familiar with the movie, then be careful while reading this since it contains spoilers. Hope you will enjoy! Disclaimers: Sailor Moon and the others don't belong to me, but this story does. ********************** I could feel my Usako struggling, trying to withstand the great power of her crystal. And yet, I am helpless to help her. As I lay there, seeing her struggle painfully, my heart ached. "Usako..." I look over at the senshi. All four of them were also helpless to help their princess. She needs me, all of us though. We have to help, I have to help her. I wince as the pain coming from my body as I got up. "She needs me." I thought. I walk over to her slowly. Usako was clearly having a tough time controlling the power from her crystal. I gently put my arms around her, lending my strength to hers. She turned around, smiling slightly in appreciation. "Arigato." She whispers to me. I smile gently. The rushing of the wind was heard. In the corner of my eye, I could see that we were beginning to get closer to Earth. If this meteor were to hit Earth...everything and everyone we knew and loved would be destroyed. The other senshi stood behind us. Now we were complete. With all the good and positive energy we were giving off, accompanied be the powerful crystal, we couldn't lose...right? The fierce winds blew at us, but we stood our ground. This was it. We would either lose, or win. I could feel Usako weakening. Clearly the power of the crystal was too much. What would happen if...if she were to be like her mother, Queen Serenity? I vaguely remembered how Queen Serenity died. By using the full power of the Silver Crystal. Isn't that what Usako is doing now? If she were to die...I wouldn't know what to do. Usako is trying so hard now. Her tightly closed eyes were a sign that she was having trouble, even with the support of the senshi and I. She didn't give up though. That's something I love most about her. Her ability to never give up when people depended on her. Her bravery, and her giving heart. She can't die. She is my life, my dream. The meteor turned away from its target. Earth was safe. Everything was okay now. Suddenly, without another thought, the crystal shattered, and with it, Usako's life. I could see her eyes darkening, losing its usual brightness. I could see tears...right before they closed...forever. She fell back, and I caught her in my arms. Gently kneeling on the hard meteor ground, I could faintly hear the other senshi's footsteps, running towards us. "Usagi-chan!" I heard one of them call out. "Don't leave us!" Who said it, I had no clue. It seemed like my brain had shut down. All I could see was Usako laying there, not breathing, no pulse. I could feel tears forming in my eyes. Tears. I hadn't cried in a long time. Now it seemed like it was uncontrollable. I embrace her tightly, gently shaking her even though I knew it did no good. "Usako...no...please..." I whisper to her. All the other senshi were crying silently. I felt a tingling sensation, like something forming beside me, but I shook it off. "Mamoru..." Someone whispered. Now that caught my attention. "Mamoru..." I look over. It was Fiore.  "Fiore." I whisper to him. He nodded. "Yes, it's me." He knelt down beside Usako and me. "Arigato Mamoru." He smiled gratefully. "For helping me be free. You and Sailor Moon both." He held out his hands. In them was a beautiful white flower. "Here is a flower I want you to have. It is the friendship flower." He smiled. I look at the flower. Such a beautiful thing. It reminds me of Usako...and the last happy time we had. If only I kissed her that time...instead of being embarrassed about it. Now, I regret it. I regret not say Aishiteru to her. I knew how much those three little words meant to her...so many things that I regret. Things that I could never take back...or accomplish... "Arigato Fiore. But I wish Usako could be back with me." I look down at my beloved. Even in death, she looked like a goddess. If only I had told her... I could see Fiore, the small smile still lingering on his face. "Oh, but you can. You didn't let me finish. This flower contains my life energy." He paused a little. "I know I was a little selfish before. But I know how much you love Sailor Moon, so I am giving you two a second chance." I could hardly believe my ears. He was what? I...can..still be with Usako? This wasn't a dream? Oh, I sure hoped not. I close my eyes, then opened them again after a minute. No, it was real. Usako was coming back to me! Fiore held out the flower. I gently leaned over, sniffing the flower. Ahhh...the fragrance was most refreshing. My lips gently take in it's magical energy. The energy that would save my Usako. I lean down, kissing Usako passionately. Her lips felt cold. I began to feel a little scared. What happens if it wouldn't work? I heard the other senshi gasping. After a while, I felt Usako's lips responding weakly to my kiss. She was alive! I let go, my face almost touching hers. I could see her eyes open slowly, taking in her surroundings. "Mamo-chan...minna... Arigato." She whispered weakly. All the senshi beamed happily. Once again, I felt tears forming in my eyes. This time, they were happy tears. As we started to teleport back to Earth, I look down at Usako.  I wonder if this is real, that this angel is actually alive again. We teleported back to Earth. I knew everyone was glad to be back home again, safe and sound. I sure was. The girls left, knowing we had things to talk about...privately. I decided to walk Usako home. "Mamo-chan...can we not tell Chibi-Usa about this? I don't want her to worry." "Sure Usako." I agreed. The rest of the walk was basically silent. I knew how tired Usako was, and that she needed rest. We could talk about this another time. We stopped by her doorstep. She smiled gently. "Um...see you tomorrow Mamo-chan. Ja ne." we embraced. Usako yawned a little. I chuckled. "Get some rest Usako. Ja ne." She nodded, and started to turn away from me. "And Usako?" She turned around. "Hai Mamo-chan?" "Aishiteru...Usako..." ********************** Okay...so...how was it? Yes, I know it was short, but I only described the last few scenes of the R movie. Besides, I warned you at the beginning! Please, please send me comments on my fics. I don't like my online mailbox to be empty. *pouts* I don't like that. I'm really sorry, but Roses chapter 4 won't be out this weekend, but to make up for that, I'll post 2 chapters next weekend...promise. Please send all comments and suggestions to me. Thanks! This story written and posted January, 2001.