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NOW

“What would you call aliens?” Sag asked Virgo from across the floor.

“They don’t exist.”

“Okay but if they did, what would you call them?”

“They’d probably already have their own name. Like Ophiuchus. But why do you want to know what I’d call them, when you could ask about how I’d imagine them?”

Sag shrugged. “It’s more interesting I guess. Everyone imagines aliens the same way, but no one thinks about what we’d call them,” she smiled. “Ophiuchus, huh? That’s a stupid name.”

“It’s as good as ‘Sagittarius’ then.”

“But even ‘Sagittarius’ isn’t as good as ‘Virgo’.”

“Shut up,” Virgo smiled slightly. Suddenly, Sag heard a loud knock on the door.

“I’ll be right back,” she said and got up.

“Don’t come back, please,” Virgo responded smiling. Sag opened the door and left, then gently closing it behind her. Leo was standing outside.

“Hey Leo! What are you doing down here? Did Aries send you?”

“No… actually I have no idea where Aries is–”

“So what’s the occasion? Did you miss me?” Sag laughed.

“Not even a bit. I actually came down here because Libra and I, we had a betting game, and I lost–”

“What did you bet on? Need me to do it?”

“Actually, it’s not something you can do,” Leo bit her lip. “I am– how do you say it? Ugh I can’t do it. Please don’t hate me for this.” Leo grabbed Sag by the waist and pressed her lips against hers. She let go, and said, “I’m sorry.” Sag stood confused, as Leo walked backwards.

“Okay, so she wanted you to kiss me?” Sag asked finally in the silence. “You could’ve just asked, no need to be awkward about it.”

“No. I wasn’t supposed to kiss you­– I just really, really like you. I said it, there.”

“Oh,” Sag took a step back, “uhhhm, let’s pretend this never happened? Look I’m sorry, but I can’t– I don’t want to do relationships. I don’t feel that way about you. I don’t want to be in a relationship. You’re one of my closest friends, but we can’t be anything more. I’m sorry.”

“It’s okay. I guessed you could never feel the same way. Yeah forget about it.”

“I’m sorry. I’m just not the person for you,” Sag looked down. She wanted to leave right now­– she couldn’t take this pressure.

“I get it.” Sag watched Leo walked back and away. She quickly re-entered the room with Virgo and shut the door. There was no way she could ever date Leo, and she could never feel that way about her. She loved her as a friend. And even so, she couldn’t bring herself to be in a relationship, because she was scared. She was scared to trust anyone in that way.

“Is everything okay?” Virgo asked her.

“It’s fine,” Sag sat down quietly. She was glad that she wasn’t allowed to leave this room, because at the moment, she didn’t want to see anyone, least of all, Leo.

 SEVERAL WEEKS AGO

“I’ll pay,” Virgo took out his wallet as Cap was about to reach for hers.

“Wouldn’t you want to split the check?” Cap raised an eyebrow.

“We’re on a date,” Virgo said, “and I would like to pay for you.”

“It’s only the second date.”

“I’m still paying.” Cap put the wallet back in her pocket, as Virgo reached searched for the exact money. He left it on the small metal plate, and left a small tip before putting his wallet away.

“Thank you for coming on a second date with me,” Virgo smiled and took Cap’s hand. She laughed and took his.

“So what’s it like, working for Scorpio? She’s at the top of everything, must be fun.”

“It’s alright, I mean sure the office is fancy and all, but I’m doing something I like so it’s okay.”

“You say it so simply. I would love to be in your place,” Cap smiled.

“Maybe you could work with me sometime,” Virgo smiled and got up, “let’s go?” Cap nodded and put on her jacket. Virgo watched as she carefully pulled out her shoulder length, brown hair from her coat, looking what to him felt like a goddess. She put on her woven hat, and they headed out. It was during the winter, and a light layer of snow covered the ground. The trees in the surrounded were too coated with white. Virgo took Cap by the hand and pulled her close, with an appreciation for her warmth in the cold. As they walked, he could hear the snow crunching between their shoes, and felt a small amount of satisfaction to hear that their steps were in sync.

“What do you want to do now?” Virgo asked her shyly.

“Not you, that’s for sure,” Cap laughed.

“Shut up,” Virgo smiled slightly.

“How about we go home, and watch a movie together? It’s the perfect weather.”

“Sure. Would you like me to make you hot chocolate too?”

“I’d love it.” They walked over to Virgo’s car and he opened the door for Cap. She got in and he closed the door, then got in from his side. He looked over at Cap before turning on the car. She had her head down, and she seemed cold.

“Is everything okay?” Virgo asked her.

“I’m fine,” Cap smiled. “Just cold.”

“I’ll turn on the car then.” He started driving. With Cap by his side, in the moment, there was nowhere he’d rather be.

NOW

Aries stood quietly behind the tree as he kept his eyes on Cap. He watched as another two other figures approached her.

“Hey Gemini, hey Pisces,” she said to the figures.

“Weren’t you supposed to get Virgo by now?” Gemini asked.

“Yes, but had some trouble. I’m getting there. What are you up to?”

“We’re placing cameras everywhere, like a security system,” he smiled.

“How’s Scorpio doing?” Cap asked him.

“She’s good. She’s going along with all of our plans so it’s good.”

“That’s great. It won’t be long before we overthrow her,” Cap responded. “I’ve been plotting for years to take her place.”

“Seriously?” Pisces adjusted his glasses, “why have you been plotting for so long?”

“Because she can’t lead,” Cap frowned, “she’s too scared to do anything. And she’d never hurt them, not with Cancer around. And something needs to be done about everyone who is with them.”

“What if Virgo joins them?” Gemini asked.

“Then he dies to,” Cap whispered softly. Aries suspected she wasn’t being fully truthful.

“Yeah but you said that you only dated him to get close to Scorpio didn’t you? I mean that was the plan. Anyways, see you,” Pisces said, and continued walking with Gemini. Aries waited for them to leave before following Capricorn. Suddenly, Cap stood still, and Aries lunged at the unsuspecting victim, pinning her to the ground.

“I thought you were dating Virgo,” he smiled, “sneaky huh? Thought you loved him.”

“I do.”

“What about that thing with Scorpio?” Aries asked curiously.

“That was only at first. It all changed when I actually realised how great he was.”

“Too bad the only thing you’re good at is lying,” Aries smiled and tied her up. “Anyways, you’ll see him soon enough.”

“You may think I’m an asshole, but Virgo is the only person I care about,” Cap said.

“Must be because he’s the only one you haven’t betrayed,” Aries said tying Cap’s eyes.

“I don’t betray people. I just work alone.”

“There’s a difference between working alone, and breaking people’s trusts.”

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