The Amazon and the Fairy

I know it has been a while but I felt like I needed it. Been busy you know not that anyone really comes to the yuri section. But I felt like I really rushed this chapter near the end. I'll try to pump out an another chapter faster >.>

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Four weeks…four long weeks of training Shizuka twice a week. On the days Nao did train Shizuka she would masturbate at least four times before she was able to fall asleep and on other days it was usually two times. She blamed the massive amount of testosterone she hypothetically possessed according to her mother. There was progress though! Shizuka after learning the salute learned first form rather fast. The problem now was that the martial artist had to teach her how to move on stage and kung fu wasn’t going to help the musician there. Sure the increase range of movement was great but it was only an indirect benefit. At first she tried getting Shizuka to learn to dance better, seemed already that the girl was already a decent dancer. The dance sessions did absolutely nothing to still the Goth girl’s libido.

“I think you should use your hips a bit more,” Nao advised as she demonstrated using her body putting in an extra swish.

The shy girl nodded and tried, but it only made it look like she was trying to balance a water jug, “Sorry.”

Nao walked behind her and held her hips, “That was too much, you wanna do this…”

Her hands swayed the hips back and forth to the bass of the heavy techno music. Nao closed her eyes tightly trying to force the impure thoughts beginning to arise. She wanted nothing more than to grind her own hips against her ass. From what she had seen from the locker her ass was firm but not with muscles like a bodybuilder. There was still that slight jiggle there that drove Nao nuts. Also the amount of warmth that emitted from the smaller girl was astonishing. Even on chilly days it seemed as if the girl was packing a radiator under her zip up hoodie. Reluctantly when the music stopped so did the contact with her dream girl.

“I see now…” Shizuka gave her a bright smile, “Thank you.”

“She should smile more often,” Nao thought wistfully, “it makes her even more beautiful.”

In order to solve one of the main problems she made Shizuka bring an acoustic guitar to practice with. All in all it was successful, but Nao’s already crumb-like control was becoming even more delicate if that were possible. Watching her perform on the instrument wasn’t as bad as actually dancing and touching her.

As November rapidly approached Nao’s schedule was becoming even more chaotic. Being a biology major didn’t make balancing two part time jobs, homework, and working out any easier. Then throw teaching the girl of your dreams privately and it may go boom at some point. Contrary to popular belief (being the beliefs of Yugi and Shizuka) she enjoyed spending time with the girl even if she wasn’t going to score. It was only at times when Shizuka did something sexy, like 75% of the time, then Nao did think about sex. Again back to the blaming of the testosterone or estrogen at this point she didn’t know which to blame more.
“It’s been two months…after I give her this test I will be done with her... Why would a girl like her want to be with a bitch?” The pierced girl thought solemnly, “Shizuka should be happy. Ignorance is bliss after all. Yugi was right though she was more than just a pretty face. Other people with Shizuka’s slow learning ability would’ve already made me snap, but there is something about her that calmed me down. It was been the same way at the club that night. If that had been Yugi instead of her asking me not to fight…I would’ve decked him without another thought.”

“Nao?”

“Hmm?”

“Where we are going?”

“Tonight I’m going to test you on what you’ve learned so far,” Nao explained as they walked side by side on the busy sidewalk.

“A test?” Shizuka began walking faster weaving in and out around other pedestrians

“There’s no way I’m going to let go on stage without knowing that you can really wow the crowd,” Nao glanced at Shizuka making sure she was keeping up with her, “But first we got to get you some more ‘appropriate’ clothing for out little excursion.”

“Wha?” Shizuka looked down at her attire, which consisted of a light sweater, and jean bootleg pants with white tennis shoes.

“Heh, you’re cute but that isn’t going to fly where we’re going tonight.”

“I don’t think I’m cute,” She murmured.

Nao halted her movements and pulled the girl off to the side, “How could you say that? Everyone says so, why deny it?”

“People tend…not to be honest with me,” Shizuka fidgeted twiddling her fingers.

“I’m sorry but that’s bs,” Nao sighed trying to resist the urge to touch her soft cheeks. “Shizuka look up when you’re talking to me or to anyone for that matter.”

She fought the urge to stare at her feet eventually looked up into those warm brown eyes, “Yes?”

“I’ve noticed something about you and I should’ve addressed this before, but I thought it only a phase type thing. I think we should sit down.”

The Goth tenderly held both of her wrists in her hands grasping them lightly. She walked backwards leading her to some stone seats nearby. Nao turned away momentarily so Shizuka couldn’t see the small smile that had formed on her lips. The slightest touch even on the most non-sexual of places stirred feeling within her being that no one else could. The guitarist sat down the sun-warmed seats wondering what kind of information was about to be shared between them.

“It seems like every time you receive a compliment you shy away from it and automatically think it can’t be true,” Nao spoke softly so people passing by couldn’t hear the conversation, “Why?”

The guitarist blinked in surprise, “I…”

The keen observer leaned back in her seat trying to gauge her companion’s reaction, “Well since you can’t answer me let me ask you…are you denying it?”

“Well…I don’t know,” The twiddling of fingers continued.

“Has someone called you worthless before?”

Shizuka immediately halted her movements. Carefully Nao shifted through all the vocabulary she knew and tried to arrange them in the least offensive and prying phase possible, “I’m not going to asked what happened before but you need to…”

“Itwasmyfather,” She blurted then after a moment of silence she repeated slowly, “It was my father.”

“I just opened up a can of worms,” Nao thought solemnly then asked, “Your father?”

“He’s an alcoholic…he used to beat my mom so she took me away from him. Before that happened…he used to call me names. He used to tell me how worthless I was…”

“Well you’re not,” The Goth said firmly placing her hands on Shizuka’s delicate shoulders, “And anyone that thinks that can go fuck themselves with a knitting needle.”

“But…”

“If I’ve learned anything growing up that you’re only worthless if you believe so. No one can tell you what you are. The only person who truly knows is you.”

She pulled the girl closer to her until their lips were mere inches apart. The action shocked the timid girl causing her to shut her eyes tightly as if waiting some kind…any kind of touch. Shizuka stilled her movements. Nothing happened. After gathering some courage she gradually opened her eyes only to look into the reassuring ones of her friend.

“Well? Are my words having any affect on you?”

“I want to believe them. I try to,” She whispered turning away.

Shizuka’s warm breath hitting Nao’s lips made them prickle, “Wrong answer fairy.”

“What?” Shizuka was trembling a little. Why did it have to be so cold?

“Do or do not…there is no try,” Nao responded gently.

“I’ve heard that before…” She ceased her shakiness and beamed, “Star Wars?”

“Glad I’m not the only Star Wars nerd here,” Shizuka’s observations drew out a light airy laugh from the Goth.

“I watched a lot of movies with Yugi…” Shizuka blushed as she apprehensively scratched the back of her scalp.

“Figured he was the one who influenced you,” Nao shifted the mood back to serious, “Don’t listen to what your father said. The past is the past for a reason.”

The urge to kiss her surged once more and instead of taking that leap of faith she cowardly took an alternative route. She hugged her fairy tightly burying her face in the crook of her neck. She breathed in deeply the scent of sage and lavender discovering it was natural and not a cream or perfume product. Shizuka enjoyed the warmth produced by the hug gladly allowing it to chase the chills away. Nao reluctantly pulled away before Shizuka could catch a whiff of her eccentric actions.

“We should get to the store,” Nao stood up, “After that we need to go back to my place and get ready for tonight.”

Nao walked quickly trying to put herself in front of Shizuka. There was disappointment etched on her face and she wasn’t ready to answers questions to what it was pertaining to. This continued for a few blocks until they reached their destination.

“We’re here.”

A puzzled visage appeared on the girl as she gazed at the store. It wasn’t what she had expected. To be honest it was hard to predict what the Goth was thinking. Her teaching methods were unique to put it politely. Often Shizuka found herself questioning Nao’s methods. She had gone through her own share of self help books but her unconventional teacher used physical activities to boost her self confidence instead of mental exercises.

“It’s a thrift store,” Shizuka said after musing, but the Goth was already in the store, “Eep wait for me!”

Nao chuckled when the musician finally found her near a rack of blouses, “You like pink right?”
Shizuka nodded, “Yeah.”

“Anything other colors?”

“Uh…” Shizuka tapped her chin trying to think of her wardrobe.

To be honest she never really cared much for clothing. The only times she did were when she knew she was going to on stage. Being the only female in the band did put a little pressure on her. There was an assumption among her other band mates that the only reason males came to the concert was to see Shizuka therefore it would be more beneficial to dress up a little sexy during those times.

“Pastels I assume? You often wear white or baby blue.”

“I guess.”

Immediately several shirts were shoved into Shizuka’s unsuspecting arms. The bewildered girl blinked in surprise, but Nao didn’t seem to take notice. Satisfied with the amount of clothing Shizuka now possessed the shopper turned her interest to a rack of pants. Shizuka’s inquisitiveness forced her to follow the mysterious woman.

“You should be trying out those and see which one you like best,” Nao said without looking at Shizuka.

“Oh well…um…”

“They’re a couple dressing rooms in the back.”

“Okay…”

“Don’t worry about the price since it was my idea I’ll pay for it.”

“But…”

“No buts young lady,” Nao tenderly pushed her away.

“Unless it’s her butt then I wouldn’t object,” Devil Nao smirked evilly licked her lips.

“Shut up you perv,” Angel Nao growled, “Or do I have to put you back into your cage.”

“Don’t tell me Ms. Innocent wouldn’t like a piece of that fine ass?” Devil Nao pestered poking her delicately with her sword.

“Shut the fuck up,” Angel Nao snapped threatening Devil Nao with her staff.

“Oh you’re swearing!” The leather-clad woman giggled gleefully, “That means you really do want to sex her up!”

“Go away you little shits,” Nao rolled her eyes inwardly. What the hell did she do to deserve this fucked up mind?

Shizuka began to trot to the back when Nao’s voice exclaimed after her,
“Don’t show me which one you picked out. Surprise me after we get you all dolled up for tonight!”

Smiling Nao went back to search for an outfit for herself. She had chosen a multitude of styles for Shizuka leaving it completely up to the girl to choose which suited her best. In all truth she would love to see her in the skimpiest thing possible, but she had more respect for her than that.

“Tsk respect my ass,” Devil Nao popped back out with a triumph grin.

“What happened to you keeper?” Nao groaned.

“Sledgehammers are wonderful things,” The demon girl sneered, “And angels have soft heads apparently.”

“I have respect for Shizuka…she’s not a sex object.”

“You’re a hypocrite.” Devil Nao skipped around the real Nao’s head.

“Just because I would LIKE to sleep with her doesn’t mean I would do it against her will!”

“But it would be so much fun to push her against wall. Biting her neck…” Devil Nao laughed, “You know how much we love the dominance act.”

“Back in your cage!” Angel Nao sporting a bandage on her head jabbed her demon counterpart hard in the stomach.

With that action they both disappeared. Nao focused back to the task that she had assigned. Happily in the rack she found a pair of blue faded hip hugger bell bottoms just slightly faded from being in the wash one too many times. However for the price they were looking phenomenal. Pleased with her “new” article of clothing she made her way to female tops only to stop short her eyes catching a piece black fabric on a dummy.

“Hmm pretty,” She commented and peeled the shirt off the decrepit dummy.

It was a black angel sleeved blouse worn fairly thin from use. Sizing it against herself the hem looked like it fell just above the navel. Probably trying it on in the dressing room would be a wise decision if it were for the fact that there was a lovely muse in there already.

“Guess I’ll get it and hope it doesn’t confine my tits too much,” Nao grumbled while heading towards the shoe rack.

At this time Shizuka walked out of the dressing room with a bundle of cloth in hand. She stood next to Nao noting the black leather platform boots she took off the rack. Motioning the younger girl to also take a pair of shoes Shizuka’s eyes searched the stand for something conventional. After a few moments of indecisiveness she looked up at Nao.

“These,” Nao held up a pair of light pink one-inch heels, “Are they about your size?”

Shizuka gingerly took the dainty shoes from her companion. They were a pair of light pink heels with multiple straps. The final pair of crisscross straps ended at the ankle. The girl toed off her shoes and slipped the heels on.

“Let me do that,” Nao kneeled down on the gray floor and strapped up the heels.

Shizuka wiggled her toes and walked off testing the shoes’ comfort, “I think…”

“Yes?”

“They’re perfect!” She beamed as she took off the shoes.

“Awesome,” Nao sighed in relief. Usually the Goth girl had awful taste, according to Yugi, in clothing.

With that being said the martial artist quickly shoved her own items into unsuspecting arms along with her wallet. Shizuka gawked for a second unable to comprehend what had just happened. Nao lowered her lips near her ear, hot breath tingling the skin in that area. Shizuka heart thudded hard against her chest until she thought the organ would smash out of her ribcage.

“I’ll wait for you outside while you use MY money to pay for the stuff,” Nao’s voice was low and husky.

All the poor girl could do was nod. Satisfied with the reaction she had received Nao walked out of the store. When Shizuka finally returned to her senses she dug in her side jean pocket to retrieve her own wallet.

“What?!” Shizuka nearly shierked, “Where’s my wallet?”

She patted herself down checking all of her pockets but it was nowhere to be found. The sound of glass being tapped snapped her out of her frenzy. Hesitantly she looked up to find Nao grinning like the Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderland holding between her middle and index finger a slightly worn out tan wallet. Shizuka bowed her head in defeat and trudged to the register while Nao patted herself on the back.

“Being fast does have a lot of advantages,” She said to herself then looked up at the purple tinged sky waiting for her fairy to finish.

……

Nao offered to change in to women’s community bathroom while Shizuka did her thing her in the Goth’s room. In a stall Nao changed into her blouse noting that indeed the shirt was fairly tight around her breasts. However the fabric almost silk in texture felt really good rubbing against her skin. The pants were very snug hugging her hips and ass in all the right places.

“Damn I feel sexy,” Nao did a little catwalk spin as she came out of the stall.

A girl gave a low whistle, “Well well don’t you look all dolled up tonight?”

Nao rolled her eyes at the statement, “Hey Mai.”

The blond circled around Nao like a lion sizing up his prey. Her purple heels clicked on the adamant bathroom tiles. More whistles of approval bubbled up from red painted lips. Please with the choice of attire and the body it was on she backed off and leaned against one of the sinks.

“So what’s the occasion?”

“Just going out with a friend,” Nao replied joining her new companion near the sink she was on.

“Well if you’re going to dress to impress Shizuka may I suggest a little eyeliner and mascara?”

“How do you know Shizuka?” The Goth looked at Mai curiously, “Have you been stalking me?”

“Heh you wish darling.” A perfect manicured nail tapped Nao on the nose. “Yugi has been telling me about your non existent love life.”

“Figures that little gossip whore,” The tomboy reached for some green eye shadow.

A soft hand halted her movements, “Light purple would be a better choice.”

“I don’t…” Nao bit her lip, “I…well…”

“Don’t tell me the Amazon queen has never used makeup before?”

Nao bowed her head in defeat, “Can you help me?”

Mai chuckled and reached for some eyeliner, “Close you eyes honey.”

A sponge covered with powder was applied to edge of Nao’s eyelids. Mai’s hands were swift and precise. Without asking she also started rub on some toner and blush. After working in a boutique with her mother she knew what to and not to put on a woman’s face. Nao had tan skin and black hair so therefore blue eye shadow would not work.

“By the way, Jou doesn’t like what you’re doing to his baby sister.”

“Do you know everyone?” Nao groaned slowly turning her head away from gossip queen number 2.

“Stay still,” Mai commanded using her hand to turn Nao’s face back, “Anyways Jou and I used to go out but turns out he plays for the other team.”

“All the good ones do.”

“Aww so flattered that you consider me a ‘good one’.” Mai kissed her forehead.

“I almost forgot about that crush I had on you. Thanks for reminding me,” Nao’s voice dripped in sarcasm

“You were so cute. I remember that blush you had when you tried asking me out!”

In the first semester of freshman year Ookami Naomi was in your almost typical TV show scenario. She was looking for her lecture hall when she bumped into the softest pair of breasts that she ever felt. To her surprise that beautiful sexy body came with an equally beautiful sexy face. That is how Nao met Kujaku Mai. It took nearly several weeks until Nao gathered enough courage to ask the woman out only to be…

“Shot down,” Nao sighed resisting the urge to hide, “How was I supposed to know you were straight as an arrow?”

“At least that got a laugh out of me instead of a slap,” Mai smirked while holding up a tube of lip-gloss, “Open your mouth.”

Nao complied with the request. “You were just flattered that a bombshell like me asked you out,” Nao joked, “But I guess you’re right.”

“You can open your eyes now babe. I’m all done.”

She hesitantly opened her eyes to find a gorgeous woman staring back at her through a mirror. A touch of violet eye shadow graced her lids lined with black eyeliner making her eyes stand out. A double coat of mascara was also added to the affect. Her typically bare lips were touched up with an almost clear lip-gloss. The rest of her face was flawless, not even her scar showed. Though Nao felt that her scar gave her the more badass appearance that certain look was not needed for tonight. Nao touched her cheek lightly watching as her reflection did the same thing. Mai beamed admiring her work and the reaction of her subject.

“What do you think?” Mai asked already knowing what she thought, but wanted to hear it anyways.

“Can’t guess on your own?” Nao practically read Mai’s mind, “Compliment needy much?”

“You know I love to be pampered with words of my superb skills in cosmetics.”

Nao chuckled at the ego that was Kujaku Mai, “I love it. Thank you. I feel…pretty.”

“Pretty? Woman, you’re drop dead gorgeous thanks to me. Now you owe me one.”

“Uh sure,” The Goth slowly backed away from her friend, “I’m gonna go check on Shizuka now. I’ll see you later.”

“With that sexy look you’ll be sure to knock her dead,” Mai winked, “You should make your move tonight.”

Nao halted and looked back, “She deserves better than what I have to offer. Thanks again.”

Before Mai could say another word Nao was out the door disregarding the fashionista’s advice. Without thinking she opened the door to find Shizuka thankfully fully dressed and touching up her makeup in the mirror.

“Don’t stare don’t drool,” Nao thought as she made a beeline to the window to look outside.

Shizuka spun before Nao could make it to the window, “How do I look?”

She was, in Nao’s opinion, a vision of ethereal exquisiteness yet contained simple natural beauty like that of a dryad. Her hair hung loosely in a simple braid while the shorter strand of hair framed her heart shaped face. The only makeup that the teacher could make out was the touch of blush on her cheeks and the pale pink lipstick.

The clothing that Shizuka had chosen in the end consisted of an opaque lavender camisole with a sheer lace overlay shirt of the same color. A fair amount of cleavage could be seen peeking from being the lacy prison. Situated just below her breasts was a ribbon that held the lacy shirt together. Tight fitting stretchy black bootleg pants revealed every bump and curve her hips and legs had to offer. Adorning her dainty feet were the pair of pink strap heel sandals Nao chose for her elevating her an inch or two from normal height.

“You look,” Nao racked off some words in her head, “gorgeous, magnificent, fantastic, and beautiful.”

“You look nice,” Nao blurted only then wishing to bash her head against the wall for giving such a lame compliment.

Shizuka blushed regardless, “Thanks. So where are we going?”

“Pretty girl,” Nao thought as she drooled, “Her breasts are a nice size. I think they would fit perfectly in my hand. I wonder if they are firm or malleable.”

“Nao?”

Nao snapped back to attention, “What huh?!”

“Where are we going?”

“Well it’s a surprise,” Nao delicately grabbed her dainty wrist and started to lead her out the door, “Let’s get going fairy!”

……

The destination of Nao’s intentions was a quaint little café about four blocks away from the dorm. The walls were lined with pictures of what seemed to be local bands and singers on eggshell white wallpaper. The room was dark with the only lightning coming from the soft glow upon the stage where currently a young man was singing some song both girls did not recognize. Most of the customers were for the most part paying attention to the man on stage if not sipping on beverages or eating.

Nao led the guitarist to a table off to the side but still close enough to the stage. The centerpiece of their table was a tea candle diffusing some oil. When she was seated Shizuka closed her eyes for a moments a picked up the scent of cinnamon and vanilla. Nao smiled watching her friend enjoy her surroundings then picked up a small menu and began flipping through it. Shizuka did the same. A young waitress came up to the table and took their orders.

“I would like the garden salad and a strawberry bubble tea with large boba,” Shizuka said politely.

“I’ll have the portabella sandwich with a mountain dew,” Nao then signaled the waitress bring her head closer so she could whisper, “We’re next so could be delay our order for a little. An extra ten minutes is probably best.”

“Certainly,” The waitress grinned and walked off.

A puzzled Shizuka asked, “What was all that about?”

Quickly Nao got out of her chair and pulled Shizuka up by the arm. Taking advantage of her surprised state the Goth led her through a side door. When Shizuka finally recovered from her stupor she dug her feet into the ground causing both of them to come to an abrupt halt.

“What’s going on?” Shizuka asked refusing to budge another step.

Nao sighed the jig was up, “It’s open mic night. I signed you up as the next performance.”

“Why would you do that?” Shizuka felt a heavy pit form in to stomach. Instead of butterflies floating around there were heavy pebbles being thrown again the stomach walls.

“This is your test,” Nao turned around and picked up an acoustic guitar that was resting on the floor, “I asked Yugi for some help. He got the guitar from your place.”

“But but what am I supposed to sing up there?!” She nearly was hyperventilating.

“Simple and Clean,” Nao grabbed both of her shoulders squeezing them gently, “Yugi told me you sing that to yourself when you think no one is listening.”

“I can’t do this,” The timid girl was on the brink of tears, “I’ve never sung in front of a crowd before!”

Nao hugged the hysterical girl rubbing her back for a minute, “Shh calm down please.”

“But…”

She released her from the hug and stared into the musician’s teary eyes, “You can do this. I’ve complete confidence in you. I’ve never doubted your abilities. You’re a gifted musician. According to Yugi you’re also an excellent singer. For once believe what your friends say about you and take a compliment to heart. If you aren’t able to do that for yourself…” Nao stroked her cheek softly with her fingertips, “At least do it for me, Yugi, your brother…do it for those who believe in you.

“Nao…” Shizuka closed her eyes and felt herself drift closer to Nao’s lips. The Goth’s hot breathe tickling her sensitive skin…

“Thank you for the great performance! Let’s give another round of applause to DJ,” A round of clapping could be heard from the customers, “Now give a warm welcome to Shizuka!”

Instead of a kiss a guitar was shoved into Shizuka’s arms as she was unceremoniously shoved onto the stage. The force of the pushed was so strong that she stumbled before she was able to stop herself. The clapping of the audience came to a stop. The silence was ubiquitous as she made her way to a conveniently placed stool next to a microphone. Hastily she adjusted the stand so it would be close enough to her. She gave it a small tap to make sure it was working.

“H hi,” Shizuka avowed, “I’m going t to be singing s Simple and Clean.”

She stood in front of the mic stand and became strumming the chords of her guitar. Nao was behind the stage chewing her on fingernails. So far so good as long as her fairy didn’t run off stage crying she would chalk one up for the team. It was then she realized while she was musing that Shizuka hadn’t stopped playing the beginning of the song. She hadn’t even started singing.

“Crap,” Nao cursed and peeked out at the audience. Sure enough they were getting a bit restless. “Shit plan B time.”

Outside Shizuka’s brain had stopped processing what was going on. She was a machine that could only play those same chords over and over again. Her body was still in a state of shock being thrown up there without much of a warning. It was then when she decided that she had let her down. Most of all she let…

When you walk away
You don't hear me say please
Oh baby, don't go
Simple and clean is the way that you're making me feel tonight
It's hard to let it go

A song stitched together by a pleasant voice projected out. Sitting behind Shizuka singing in an alto voice was Nao. Her low melodious singing broke the trance that had contained the guitarist, who while on automatic pilot, was now playing the rest of the song. Nao knew her singing wasn’t great but it was at least passable for what she was planning. The martial artist now vocalist pleased that her voice was able affect the target of her indirect affections she continued the song.

You're giving me too many things
Lately you're all I need
You smiled at me and said,

Don't get me wrong I love you
But does that mean I have to meet your father?
When we are older you'll understand
What I meant when I said "No,
I don't think life is quite that simple"

Nao pointed to Shizuka and then at herself indicating that the next part they would sing together or the Goth hoped that would be the case. Shizuka’s heart pounding blood into her ears she realized something. Nao was doing this all for her. Shizuka knew that she didn’t like being on stage performing like this. She knew she would rather be doing some type of complex kung fu move, but here she was in feminine attire singing this song just for her just so she could have confidence in herself. Nao believed in her.

“I can’t let her down,” The shy girl thought, “I can’t let her do this without receiving anything in return.”

When you walk away
You don't hear me say please
Oh baby, don't go
Simple and clean is the way that you're making me feel tonight
It's hard to let it go

Nao pointed to Shizuka then turned her attention to the piano and began playing a light melody with the sound of the guitar. With a deep breath Shizuka began to sing by herself praying to whatever deity existed that it was good enough for her teacher.

T the daily things
That k keep us all busy
all confusing me that’s when you came to me and said,

The first few words came out in stutters and stammers, but as she continued in her soprano voice she grew steadfast like the wood that held up the stage behind her feet.

Wish I could prove I love you
but does that mean I have to walk on water?
When we are older you'll understand
It's enough when I say so,
And maybe some things are that simple

Once again Nao joined her fairy for the rest of the chorus they’re voices harmonizing in a wonderful and spectacular way. The Goth couldn’t help to think that this song flawlessly express what she was feeling for the girl tonight.

When you walk away
You don't hear me say please
Oh baby, don't go
Simple and clean is the way that you're making me feel tonight
It's hard to let it go

“Let fairy sing the rest herself,” Angel Nao popped onto Nao’s left shoulder.

“Yeah,” Devil Nao appeared from the right, “Concentrate on your meager piano skills.”

“Hey! It took us a month to learn to play this song!” Angel Nao spat, “Considering we never touched a piano in nearly a decade!”

“Got to admit we make an awesome duet,” Devil Nao said having vainglory about their singing skills.

“Pfft,” Nao thought forcing her halves to disappear so she could savor Shizuka’s angel-like voice.

Hold me
Whatever lies beyond this morning
Is a little later on
Regardless of warnings the future doesn't scare me at all
Nothing's like before

Shizuka paused for a slip second realizing that she was singing alone and gauging the situation it looked like Nao was going to have her sing the rest of the song by herself. She unconsciously dug her heels into her shoes and steadied herself so she wouldn’t faint so easily if given the chance.

When you walk away
You don't hear me say please
Oh baby, don't go
Simple and clean is the way that you're making me feel tonight
It's hard to let it go

Like a Weeping Willow in the breeze she swayed to the slow melody of the song. Those lessons really paid off…even though the movements were not made to be sexy they were still very sensual.

Hold me
Whatever lies beyond this morning
Is a little later on
Regardless of warnings the future doesn't scare me at all
Nothing's like before

Hold me
Whatever lies beyond this morning
Is a little later on
Regardless of warnings the future doesn't scare me at all
Nothing's like before

Her fairy let her chord and voice die away. Nao sighed in relief thanking the gods above that she didn’t make a mistake. It had taken the Goth a good month to learn to play that song. Ryou helped her so she was going to have to pay him back, but right now that wasn’t important. The essential thing was the Shizuka did what she was told. Though it took a little nudging she spread she wings and hovered then soared.

“Thank you,” Shizuka all but whispered into the mic.

A round of applause was heard as both girls bowed and trotted off stage. They returned to their table to find the waitress placing their orders on the table. Nao politely thanked her.

“No problem ma’am,” She smiled brightly, “Enjoy your meal.”

Shizuka and Nao ate their meal in silence. The Goth scarfed down her sandwich and drank deep from her bottle of soda. Every now and then Shizuka would look up from her plate stealing glances. She didn’t like the quietness. It scared her when the other wasn’t talking.

“You really good up there,” Shizuka whispered half hoping that Nao wouldn’t hear her.

“Heh,” Nao chuckled placing her soda back on the table. She was thankful the silence was broken and that Shizuka was the first to speak.

“What’s so funny?”

“Just thinking about the singing partner I had up there that made me better that’s all.”

Shizuka suddenly became interested in the contents of her wilting salad trying to will away the blush that was starting to form on her cheeks. Calloused fingertips slid under the girl’s bowed head and raised it up.

“You passed.”

Shizuka nearly choked on her lettuce, “What?”

Nao relinquished the soft skin and sighed, “You passed fairy. Remember this was a test.”

“But I needed help. I couldn’t do it by myself.”

“You’ll be with your brother and friends. You were never meant to do it alone unless you wanted to go solo. Rely on them, let them help you,” She swallowed the lump that had formed in her throat, “The important thing is that you don’t need me anymore.”
“What the hell are you doing?!” Devil Nao screeched, “Get your coward ass in gear and tell her that you care about her!”

“For once listen to the devil bitch!” Angel Nao roared shaking her fist angrily in the air, “I will smite you!”

“Fuck off,” Nao waved in no particular direction making the two figments of her imagination vanish.

“Nao…” Shizuka’s heart began to hurt for reasons unknown, but unbeknownst to her so was Nao’s.

The martial artist tossed some money on the table, “This should be enough to pay for dinner. I…I should get going I have some studying to do.”

“Oh okay,” Shizuka began fidgeting with her napkin however as the other began to walk away she cried, “Wait!”

“Hm.”

“Why…do you call me fairy?” Immediately she wanted to retract the question and crawl into a small space.

“It’s cause you’re too good to be true.”

“Wha?”

But before she could question the dark haired girl some more she was already gone…