[log] Super Slumber Party! Memories of the Past!

[idolater]

Who: Aino Minako idolater, Hino Rei faithfulflame
Summary: a few weeks after valentine's Day, Rei makes good on her offer, and she and Minako get together for their sleepover at the shrine. They discuss movies, games, and ...The Moon Kingdom?
Warnings: shipping intensifies!

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[faithfulflame]

It was a warm Saturday evening, not long after the late march Hanami, that they'd chosen for the date. The weather was nice, and Grandpa Hino had decided to stay out late with some of his friends for a reunion of sorts but he'd given his granddaughter a blessing to have company. It was just easier that way, with him out of the house and not likely to make Minako uncomfortable, and it'd also given the dark-haired girl a chance to get the shrine really prepared.

Evening is falling when Minako is supposed to arrive, and Rei's got dinner in the fridge. She'd ordered sushi and a few other treats, all favorites of her friend, with a bit of spare money along with a nice selection of juice boxes, some sodas, and all the other essentials for a sleepover (marshmallows, candles, and other ways to pamper themselves...) And since the night is supposed to be warm, she's waiting outside, resting on the raised platform around the shrine, dangling her feet in the fading light while watching the torii arch and stairs for Minako's approach.]

many apologies for the delay! ;3;

[idolater]

Minako had been excitedly preparing for this sleepover all week. She started off by purchasing new pajamas, and then she made a list of things that they might do; there were ideas jotted down for party games and makeovers and scary movies (all of which Minako herself had seen, so she wouldn't be too scared). She rifled through her make-up kit to make sure she had all kinds of vibrant eyeshadow and nail polish, as well as scrunchies and facial glitter.

At last, when the time came, the blonde packed up her things and headed to the shrine. Minako flew up the stairs and appeared in front of Rei with her usual bright smile.

"Rei-chaaaan! The fun has arrived!"

No worries! I just started my new job so busy!

[faithfulflame]

Some of that Rei would agree to, others...she'd reluctantly agree to, and the sparkles would probably be set on fire, but that was just her way of saying 'no, I hate this.' (Guess who's a bit picky?) But regardless of all that, Rei hops down off the platform and walks over to meet her best friend with a welcoming smile and a wave.

"So it has," she mused, "I'm glad you could come Minako-chan."

[idolater]

Thank goodness! Minako was sure she almost had it, but she was getting a bit frustrated. Without hesitation, she stood up. "Okay!" And then she was off to the kitchen to grab the drinks, but not before sneaking a piece of that delicious-looking sushi.

[faithfulflame]

Well it's there to be sneaked Minako, so eat up. Rei spends a minute disentangling cords and getting things set up for one of the videos. It's not easy, because VCRs are kind of vile things, but she gets it eventually.

"Alright! Now, what movie did you bring?"

[idolater]

The sad thing was, was that Rei was not far off with suggesting Minako might cling to her. She forced a chuckle out, bumping her own shoulder against Rei's. Then she sat back to watch the movie.

The moment it started up, Minako was recalling the scenes and what she'd heard of the scary parts, which was already getting her worked up. She stuffed sushi in her mouth to keep herself busy, eyes glued to the screen.

[faithfulflame]

Rei eats in relative silence while the movie gets underway, not really at all scared. She didn't see the movie when it was new, after all. And it took a lot to scare her.

But from time to time she looks over at Minako, just to make sure she's okay.

[idolater]

...Stop the movie? That sounded like a great idea! Would Rei think of Minako as a coward? Not if she played sick.

Dramatically, the blonde put her hand to her head, blocking her eyes from a rather scary scene that was happening on the television right at that second. Lucky! "Oooh, that might be a good idea, Rei-chan," she pouted, and then she stuffed another piece of sushi into her mouth.

[faithfulflame]

Something about the way Minako moves her hand...that pout, and the look in her eye is familiar to Rei as well. It sends a shiver down her back as she looks at the blonde, mystified. She doesn't really know how to describe it, like...deja-vu but moreso.

"I...yes..." she murmurs, absentmindedly clicking off the screen with the remote. "I think I agree."

hehe

[idolater]

Way to be blunt, Rei-chan! Minako's head snapped up at once. Her cheeks were still red, and she knew exactly what Rei meant.

"Y-You think so? Really, like Haruka-san... Michiru-san..." That was definitely close, and Minako's thoughts had been moving along the same path. She had been awfully flirtatious with Rei on Valentine's Day. Moreso than usual. And she'd been so happy to spend just a day alone with her, away from the others.

There were other times, too, times where it seemed that they were closer than the others. Minako had always wanted to be closer to Rei, to make her notice her. She even went to her school in an effort to learn more about her (as well as see what it was like to go to a private school). The more Minako thought about it, the less strange it sounded.

Gosh...

[faithfulflame]

Rei nodded slowly, her long hair rustling with the motion. She hadn't quite thought it was exactly like that at first, but when the dreams changed to something that was more romantic? That'd forced her to begin thinking of things differently. It did, in some ways, fit with how she felt about the blonde. After all, Minako-chan was the one she spent the most time with. She wouldn't have gone out on Valentine's with any of the others except possibly Setsuna-san...but given the age gap that would've been different.

It was like a puzzle clicking together, and it left Rei feeling both afraid and warm. What...would come next, after all? Would this change things? Or...would they just push it aside?

"You...feel it too, don't you?" she asked, forcing confidence into her words. Things like this made her nervous, after all. As nervous as that kiss...

[idolater]

So now they were dating. At least, that was Minako thought. And that was okay, wasn't it? Why should only Usagi get to have a boyfriend and go on dates and get married? The senshi were sworn to protect the King and Queen, but did that mean they had to put their own lives on hold?

Minako had always thought that would be her fate, to be the lonely Goddess of Love. It was so tragic. But with Rei, she could still have a chance at a different kind of happiness, one that was deeper than friendship. And they would still perform their duties and live long lives together. Sure, it was a big step, and that was kind of scary. But Minako was already looking forward to it, to see if those memories led to anything.

She brought Rei's hand to her lips and kissed her knuckles, quickly but with affection, just testing the waters. "Did you wanna do something date-like?" Well, that sounded better in her head. Out loud, it sounded stupid. Minako had been trying to be cool!

[faithfulflame]

Rei had often thought the same thing, if she was to be honest. She had never particularly liked the idea of living in Usagi's shadow, of living her life only to serve the Queen. Not that she wouldn't do it, but she might grumble here and there because it wasn't entirely fair.

The blonde's lips against her knuckles broke that train of thought, though. Completely derailed it, and her heart again began to pound like a runaway freight train.

"I...uh...yes?" It's nerves, Minako. She'd used up most of her guts just saying what she'd said. So maybe cut her some slack?

[idolater]

The blonde rolled onto her back and sat up so that she was facing her friend. Rei's smile was so pretty, and so lively at this moment. It made Minako's heart speed up.

"I'm full of good ideas," she boasted, flipping her long locks over her shoulder. "Stick around, and you'll learn!"

[faithfulflame]

Rei snorted a giggle, smiling still "Oh? Well, why don't you show me another good one right now?"

Totally teasing you, now, Minako-chan.

[idolater]

A good choice. Minako left the chopsticks alone, opting to use her fingers so that she could get a better grip. The rules were that she couldn't get anything on Rei's pretty face.

She carefully moved the piece toward her friend's lips, eyes sparkling with mischief. "Open wide, Rei-chan."

[faithfulflame]

Rei watches with a little grin, and opens up wide enough for it. Though she has to wonder if Minako has a trick up her sleeve.

[idolater]

Oh, she would ask. Minako wanted to know. Rei should not have agreed to play with her if she was going to be so tight-lipped. In any case, Minako, was going to continue to challenge Rei, so she put her hands on her hips and declared:

"Truth!"

[faithfulflame]

"Okay," Rei said, still smirking to herself at getting Minako like that. "What do you think is my most attractive feature?"

awww that's okay! i was just happy to see a reply www

[idolater]

A hug was the perfect way to feel better, and Minako accepted it eagerly, wrapping her arms tightly around the thin waist and nuzzling Rei's cheek. If she ever met anyone who disrespected Rei again, she would punch their face right off of them. but for now, just holding her was good enough.

"You sure do," she mused, returning the smile. "You can always come to me for comfort!"

[faithfulflame]

"I hope you know you can do the same with me, Minako-chan." Rei nuzzled back this time, arms slipping around her own friend in a slightly less tight hug. She was glad for the tender moment, more than she thought she would be, and that really was all that was on her mind right now. Maybe it was a little awkward with how suddenly she'd gone for it...but...there they were, hugging and so very, very close.

[idolater]

"I'm just going about it the way you want me to go about it," Minako replied with a sultry smirk. She punctuated the end of her statement with her usual wink and took one more glance before snapping the compact shut. She then approached Rei again, pursing her lips together somewhat coyly.

[faithfulflame]

"Oh...please do," Rei replied cheerfully, waiting anxiously to see just what Minako would do...

[idolater]

Minako took Rei's hands in hers again as she tried to hold back a few giggles. Rei looked flustered again, and it was darling!

"Like I said," she shrugged. "I got carried away. I was thinking too much." Which seemed like the complete opposite of passion, now that Minako thought about it. Passion was fueled by emotions, but Minako had been trying to uncover the past, which meant that she had been hyper-focused. She felt a little guilty for using that kiss to help her unlock more memories, but she was so curious.

[faithfulflame]

"Th-thinking to much?" Rei asked, curiosity warring with confusion there. She'd felt the memories returning as well, but at the same time it hadn't seemed to need much actual thought. The touch alone had seemed like a key to that particular lock.

"About?"