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Post by Neo Queen Serenity on Dec 26, 2008 21:03:32 GMT -5
With vaulted ceilings, velvet and silk brocade upholstered furniture, a spacious floor plan and beautiful antique oriental rugs, it was certainly a room to behold.
Still, Usagi couldn't help but emit a giggle as she plopped down on the settee. It seemed far too grand a room to just "hang out" in, nor have a slumber party or any of the other things that they would do as teenagers. At least there was a high definition large plasma flat screen on the wall... many of the rooms in the palace did, and not just for watching television; they were very practical for satellite photos and teleconferencing.
Usagi figured most of the senshi would know to find her in her wing of the palace, in one of the bigger group rooms attached to her private chambers. But, she had told various senior aides and her security detail to point them here should anyone be confused.
She had changed into jeans and a sweater, not wanting to be in any "Queenly" apparel, and hoped that everyone would be able to show up... She wanted Ami to get a chance to deliver her news, and Usagi was bubbling with excitement at the chance to see those she hadn't for-- quite awhile, actually. All of her staff had been surprised to see her so excited that afternoon-- and had certainly enjoyed being given a good part of the night off.
"C'mon, minna-chan," Usagi whispered to herself, having a hard time sitting still. For once in her life, she was early to something!
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Post by Mizuno Ami on Dec 27, 2008 11:13:07 GMT -5
Ami had managed to get some work done since she had talked with Usagi in the afternoon. She had made phone calls to get the equipment delivered earlier than was originally planned, and was slightly annoyed that a few times that had required "greasing palms." However, she had enjoyed picking out paints for the walls. As she had mentioned to Rei and Makoto, she had gone with blues - colors that would calm and soothe, though she had stayed away from any shades that resembled toothpaste!
Content with the color choices for now, having tried sample bits on the wall - she'd see what it looked after it dried, Ami had gone back to her quarters and changed into a pair of jeans and a comfortable and slightly worn blue sweater.
Having been directed to the room to go to, Ami found herself in what appeared to a be a smallish ball room. She chuckled softly and shook her head a bit. Seeing Usagi and how fidgety the Queen was, Ami had to laugh. Some things never change - even if Usagi was the first one here - and Ami was pretty sure that was not a bad thing.
"Evening, Usagi."
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Post by Hino Rei on Dec 28, 2008 16:23:01 GMT -5
Still not feeling particularly well, though she knew that this was most likely emotion related rather than physical, Rei had bundled herself into some comfortable black yoga pants and a thick, long sweater with a tank underneath it. Black hair floating free around her form, the woman made her way to the queen's quarters. It took awhile to get there, for she was consiously avoiding as much of the palace staff as she possibly could. It didn't take an entire day for rumors (or, in this case, the truth) to spread... and spread they had. Like wildfire.
It was annoying, to say the least. Eventually, however, Rei found her way to the proper room only to find that hardly anyone had shown up yet. Had the meeting taken place anywhere save the queen's wing, Rei might have been surprised that Usagi was already in waiting. As it was, she merely acknowledged her friends with a nod and crossed the room to find herself a comfortable seat to curl up in. "I see you're back in the palace."
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Post by Aino Minako on Dec 28, 2008 18:32:26 GMT -5
Minako had dressed in a pair of jeans and an overly cute low cut yellow sleeveless top. To her, the outfit was 'dressed down', but the top might have been considered a litle fancy for some. She peeked into the room, and saw that Usagi, Ami, and Rei had arrived. She had thought herself a little late, but perhaps she was actually on time. Minako surprised even herself every once in awhile.
She bounded into the room, a smile on her face. "Usagi-chan! Good to see you again. And Ami-chan! Rei-chan! It's been too long." She made the circuit, giving both Usagi and Ami a hug before coming to a stop in front of Rei. "A hug for your long-lost idol?"
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Post by Kino Makoto on Dec 30, 2008 11:30:47 GMT -5
By the time Makoto had made it back to the palace, most of the puffy redness of her eyes had dissipated. Once inside her quarters with the door closed behind her she leaned against it and brought her hand to her lips. She could still feel his hands upon her and a lingering tingle from the kiss they’d shared. As she glanced up she saw the clock and was snapped out of her reverie. She quickly changed out of her work clothes and threw on some baggy cargo pants and a pink sweater. She took out her hair tie to brush her hair, and instead of pulling it back up into a ponytail, she decided to leave it down. It had been a long time since she’d been able to relax with the girls, and since she still had a lingering headache she figured it best to give her scalp a rest.
After several minutes of walking, she’d finally reached the room where the meeting was to be held. She stood outside the door for a moment, gathering her thoughts. She was quite late by this point, and was sure she was the last to arrive and the last thing she wanted was to cause a scene. She took a deep breath and opened the door. Though she was shocked to only see Rei, Ami and Minako, she did feel a slight sense of relief to not be the last one there. Makoto put on her best smile possible, though she was sure it wasn’t nearly good enough, and gave each of the girls a quick hug. “It’s so nice to finally see you all in the same place again!” She ended at Usagi where she gave her queen a bigger hug. “And you… I’m just glad you’re home safe.”
She chose a chair for herself and sat with her legs curled under her. “I’m so sorry I’m late you guys.” She feigned a smile and continued; a hint of nervousness in her voice. “I uh, got caught up at the restaurant and…” ’Oh god, keep it together Makoto’ “…and yeah. Anyways, sorry about that.” She looked around the room, trying to cover herself “Has anyone heard if the other ladies will be joining us? It’s not like them to be so late.”
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Post by Neo Queen Serenity on Dec 30, 2008 20:23:18 GMT -5
"Hello, Ami-chan," Usagi greeted her with a smile, and watching Rei enter and the cross the room to take a seat. Usagi wasn't sure if she meant Ami or her when saying 'you're back at the palace.' Rei-chan seems very distant... She's probably still mad at me... Usagi decided not to acknowledge Rei's remark, unsure if it was a barb or not. "Hey, Rei-chan... I'm glad to see you," she smiled, wishing she had had the opportunity to give the priestess a hug.
Luckily, Minako came in before she could fret about it too much. Usagi always loved the energy that Mina-chan brought in with her. "Hi Mina-chan... I'm glad to see you too..." She hugged her in return, grinning.
Eventually Makoto came in as well, Usagi smiled, waiting patiently for her hug, which she took enthusiastically. "Aw, Mako-chan, thank you. Though don't remind Rei-chan," she said, lowering her voice. "I think she's still pissed at me. I didn't even get to give her a hug." Stepping back, Usagi raised her voice to a normal volume. "And don't worry about being late, it's all very informal. I said around 1930, anyway..." she winked at Makoto. "As for the others... I don't know, it wasn't a required meeting. Maybe they had something come up, but we should wait a little longer for them, don't you think? How was everyone's day?" Usagi asked, deciding to make small-talk as they waited on the outers. "Anyone want a drink, something to eat? Some music?"
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Post by Mizuno Ami on Dec 31, 2008 12:14:49 GMT -5
Ami blinked slightly at Rei. While neither she nor Rei tended to be the most physically expressive of the Senshi, it did seem to Ami that Rei was more distant than was normal. That made the young doctor worry about what was going on with the priestess, but she was not entirely sure that the other would want to get into whatever was bothering her right now. Instead she smiled over to her friend, allowing her the space that seemed to want at the moment.
She laughed as she returned Minako's hug, "Welcome home, Mina-chan!" While she might be least gossipy of the inners, and the worse at girl talk, Ami did want to hear all about Minako's latest tour.
Ami frowned again slightly seeing Mako-chan's apparent distress. While she gladly hugged her friend back, between Rei's distance and Mako's nervousness, Ami was well and truly concerned about her friends, as well as wondering what all she'd missed by being at the hospital so much.
Ami nodded slightly at the suggestion of waiting for everyone. She hated being the center of attention and to only do that once would be much preferable. "Something to drink would probably be good, Usa-chan. I can go get it. What would everyone like?"
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Post by Hino Rei on Jan 8, 2009 4:02:03 GMT -5
"Mina," Rei replied perfunctorily to the blonde and gave her a ghosting of a hug. Despite her terrible, horrible, awful, really bad day she was still more than a little irritated at this blond for her part in the "adventure" of the previous day. When she'd been let go, the passion soldier settled back into her chair to bundle up once more in its warmth.
When makoto entered next, Rei looked up again and offered her friend something of the faintest of smiles. It wasn't much, but the most that she could muster by this point. Still rather out of it and more than a little preoccupied, Rei listened half heartedly as the others made small talk. At Ami's question, she looked up a little, "Is there any whisk--..." The woman paused.
After a long moment she shook her head, "A bottle of water, please, Ami."
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Post by Aino Minako on Jan 12, 2009 23:52:05 GMT -5
The reception from Rei was cold. Minako barely hugged her friend back, but bit her lip, choosing not to say anything. Part of her whispered that Rei was right to be upset with her for ignoring the communicator and part of her said Rei should get over it - Minako was doing her duty to the Queen and not Rei. Feeling less excited about the party than when she'd arrived, Minako crossed the room and plopped down in the seat that was furthest from Rei.
"Thanks Ami, I'll take wine," Minako replied shortly. Immediately she flashed Ami an apologetic smile for her tone. "Did you need some help? I could go with you."
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Post by Kino Makoto on Jan 13, 2009 18:41:14 GMT -5
Makoto smiled back at Usagi's wink. She felt a bit of relief at her friend's good-nature towards her tardiness. Though it was a little unsettling that nobody was really talking to one another. She'd have thought that with the group together finally that they'd all be gossiping and carrying on like old times. 'I guess we've grown further apart than I'd realized' she frowned slightly at her thought.
She looked up as Ami rose from her seat to fetch drinks. She'd heard Rei start to ask for whiskey, then change her mind. After Minako made her request, she decided that she was going to have what Rei had turned down. "A drink would be fabulous. Bourbon on the rocks if we have it, please."
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