There was only one place for Minako to be: at Usagi's side. She did her best to keep that bounce in her step, to keep it light, but they all knew what was hanging over their heads. This was serious, one slip-up and not only would they lose Rei, but everyone else too.

Still, they were awesome teammates, right? That had to count for something. "Don't you worry about the bears, Usagi! I'll scare 'em off. And if I can't, I'm sure Haruka or one of our new friends can!"