Drops of Jupiter – Distraction (Chapter 9)

Summary: Summary: Mal forces Inara and Simon to rest before they collapse, and later Inara is finding it hard to deal, so Zoe tries to make her feel better. Neither realizes the danger that awaits them...

Rating: PG… nice mild chapter :P

Word Count: 2798

Author's note: I know this isn’t the most exciting chapter… but bear with me and believe me when I say the climax and ending are so close! Hope you like this one. Thanks to wanmei for beta-ing.

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“Kaylee, what are you doing?” Inara asked in puzzlement, though her voice was laced with fondness for the younger girl. Kaylee was standing in front of the Companion’s closet, looking at all the rich, silken garments that were hung carefully inside.

“Y’know I just love lookin’ at your clothes, ‘Nara.” she said, a dreamy note to her voice. “I wish I could be so graceful like you… Get all dolled up and go to fancy parties and such” She twirled over to where Inara stood, laughing softly, and took up the Companion’s hands. They danced around the room in an impromptu, clumsy waltz, laughing and enjoying themselves immensely. Inara closed her eyes as they spun around, soaking herself into the happiness of the moment. Suddenly she felt lighter and realized that Kaylee had let go.

Inara opened her eyes, still smiling, expect