Return of the Negaverse (novel)

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Return of the Negaverse (novel) Nov 11, 2008 9:38:20 GMT -5

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Author’s Notes:

Don’t own Sailor Moon. Never have and never will. Sailor Moon belongs to Naoko Takeuchi. The characters Karen, Steven, Mongo, and Kristi are mine. Thanks to my best friend from school Moonbeam Princess for her wonderful ideas. Thanks to Moon Momma who beta read the story and for her wonderful suggested ideas.

The idea for writing this came when I was in my last year of high school back in 1997. I kept wondering how wonderful it’d be for all the Villains to return with a vengeance. And have all the good guys fight together to defeat the enemies. Another reason I started this story was from a dream I had. There’s one scene in Chapter 2 that was a dream. I took that dream and started writing it down in the form of Sailor Moon. Finally I began the beginning. It took me two years to write this story on paper. During my spare time when I was in college, I would write the story.

If you are confused as to why the Amazon Trio being in this fic, I suggest you to read “Return of the Amazon Trio”. In the fic it tells how they got back to Earth.

There are some things I added to the characters, for one, I gave Mina the power to read other people’s minds and see the future. This is the only novel that Amara and Michelle are together.

I have decided to go back and revise my old version and here it is... In my original I had Amara and Michelle as lesbians. But the way the story ends, I’ve decided to go with the English version of their relationship and make them close cousins. Of course when this was written it was way before season 3 was dubbed.

Chapter 12 -- Families

Serena and Darien were having a double lunch date with Raye and Jedite. The two couples were enjoying their lunch when Andrew and his wife, Rita, walked in with their twin boys. When Rita had returned from studying Entomology in Africa, she and Andrew had gotten married. They had been married for a year and she was really enjoying her life with her husband.

Andrew was the first person to recognize the group and motioned for Rita to go over. Rita wasn’t sure if they should, since they hadn’t eaten yet and the others were almost finished.

“Oh come on, Rita. Serena loves the boys and Raye is with someone and he isn’t Chad.”

“Okay. But just for a few minutes. These boys will need changing,” Rita said. She followed her husband to Serena’s table.

“Hi Andrew,” Darien greeted him.

Serena looked up from stuffing her face. “Hi,” she said. “Oh, you have the boys.”

“I didn't see you guys much before the graduation,” Andrew said. “What’s up?”

“Nothing too much,” Darien said. “Where are my manners? This is…”

“I think you left them home,” Serena teased and then started laughing. The others joined in to.

“Very funny, Meatball Head.” Darien pulled on one of Serena’s ponytails.

“Ouch. Darien.”

“Well anyway, this is Jedite. Jedite, this is my best friend Andrew and his wife, Rita and their boys.”

“Cameron and Gary,” Rita said.

“It’s a pleasure to meet you,” Jedite said shaking both Rita and Andrew’s hand.

“If you guys will excuse me, I have diapers to change,” Rita said.

“Here, I’ll help you.” Serena offered, forgetting her food.

“I’ll help too,” Raye also offered. The three ladies disappeared into the ladies' room with the babies.

“I think that is the first time I’ve ever seen Serena forget about food,” Andrew laughed.

“Andrew, I’m glad you’re here,” Darien said. “The Negaverse is back.”

“Darien!” Jedite snapped.

“Jedite. Andrew knows all about the Negaverse but Rita doesn’t.”

“So how did you find out?” Jedite asked.

“I was taking a walk one day and accidentally saw the girls transform. At first I kept it to myself but then a few months ago I told them what I saw. I know they haven’t told me everything. And frankly I’m not sure I want to know. I mean it’s hard enough as it is knowing who Serena is.”

Jedite looked to Andrew. “Then he must have told you about me then. I am Beryl’s first general.”

“I guessed,” Andrew said. “Is Rita in danger?”

“Not quite sure, just the girls, so far. Grandpa now knows too but only because he was help captive by the enemy,” Darien said.

“How did you get him back?”

“We tricked the Negaverse,” Jedite said. “I think Rita should know the truth. She does have a right to know since she is a rainbow crystal carrier.”

“You know about that!” Andrew gasped.

“I know everything that has happened during the time I was in Eternal Sleep. It’s easy to know when you have friends,” Jedite said.

“But what do I tell her? I mean she hates the idea as it is to know that she has an evil side.”

“If you’d like,” Darien offered. “Come by Raye’s temple later and I’m sure the girls can explain it. Besides I’m sure they would love to see the twins.”

“You are right, though. It is about time I tell her.”

-

“So Rita…how’s motherhood?” Serena asked as she helped Rita change Gary. Raye was having difficulties with Cameron. Serena was hoping to get some advice for Molly.

“Fun, hard and tiring. Why do you ask?”

“Well…I…you see…” Serena rambled. “Oh what the heck. I’ll just say it.” Serena took a deep breath before continuing, sadly. “Molly is pregnant from being violated.”

“Oh dear!” Rita gasped. “H-h-how is she?”

“Fine now, since a real good friend came back into her life. She is happy now especially since they are getting married next month.”

“How is she going to get married?”

“How she’s getting married next month, is difficult to explain. Let’s just say, that her fiancée has money and power,” Raye said.

Just then an elderly lady came into the ladies' room.

“Ok…Raye, you can take Gary out. Serena, can you help me with Cameron? This little guy is stubborn.”

“Like his daddy,” Serena said.

“Yup.”

After a few minutes, Rita and Serena had Cameron changed. And the elderly lady had left.

“How far along is she?” Rita asked when they were alone.

“Six weeks,” Serena said. “Molly doesn’t know I’m asking you this.”

“Would you like me to talk to her?”

“That would be great. She needs all the help she can get.”

-

“What is taking them so long?” Andrew asked. “It shouldn’t take that long to change a stubborn baby.”

“You must know us by now that we like to talk,” Raye said. She turned to see Rita come out with Cameron and Serena.

“Well, Andrew,” Rita said. “We better get ourselves a table and let these guys finish their lunch.”

“Yeah, you’re right,” Andrew agreed. “Well, see you later.”

“See ya,” Darien and Jedite said.

“Do you know I was thinking, Rita should know about us,” Serena said.

“I know,” Darien said. “We are going to tell her today. I asked Andrew to bring her over to the temple.”

“Good idea,” Raye said. “After all, we are having a meeting.”

“How has your grandfather been lately?" Darien asked.

“He's been busy. He is trying to find my mother,” Raye answered. “By the way, who’s paying? Or is it both of ya’s?” She looked at Jedite with puppy dog eyes.

Jedite stood, taking money out of his jeans pocket. “I believe both of us.”

“We’ll wait in the car for you,” Serena said, while Darien stood. The two girls left.

-

Amy and Greg were taking a walk around the temple yard. They wanted to finish their conversation that had been interrupted the day of the fire in McKenna Park.

“I didn’t really want to say this, but I have to leave the country. The company has given me an assignment in Canada again.

“Why do they always send you to Canada?"

“I don’t know. This time it’s in Nova Scotia at the IWK Grace Hospital.”

“What is the IWK Grace Hospital?”

“It is a hospital for children, women and families in three provinces of Canada. The provinces combined are called the Maritimes. Every year, they do a telethon to raise money for more equipment. Many maritime children are treated there for serious injuries. I will be helping the children and I am getting a little bit of medical training.”

“Greg, what do you think of Zoisite now?” Amy asked.

“Honestly, I don’t know,” he answered.

“Then why did you ask him to take me to the prom?”

“I had to work and I didn’t want you to be alone.”

“That was very thoughtful. Thank you.”

“And speak of the devil,” Greg said, a little exasperated.

“Greg, he is a friend now,” Amy said when she heard the tone of his voice.

“I’m glad I found you.” Zoisite floated over.

“Is there a problem?” Amy asked.

“Depends on how you look at it,” Zoisite said. “Your friend Andrew is coming here today with his wife to tell her the truth.”

“You’re kidding,” she gasped.

“No. But how will she react when she learns that I was the one who turned her into a monster?”

“True,” Amy said and then thought for a moment. “Let me handle it.”

“Deal. They’ll be at the temple soon.” Zoisite floated away before teleporting back to the temple.

“I don’t know what you feel about him, but I find him a little irritating,” Greg said.

“I do at times too. But if feels like I knew him once before. I feel attracted to him.”

Oh no. She soon will remember and there is nothing I can do. He is her destiny. He thought sadly. He knew Amy would remember eventually. “Let’s head back.” He did the best thing he could not to sound disappointed.

-

Lita and Seiya waited outside for Rita and Andrew. They had been talking about the weather, Beryl’s next move and anything else but were avoiding an important subject --why she was his date.

“We need to talk,” Seiya said finally giving up on the silence about the Prom.

“We have been,” Lita said.

“I mean about why you didn’t have a date.”

“Well…I did have a date but he is out of town attending to his sister’s wedding. Ken is a good friend.”

“Lita,” a male voice said.

Lita and Seiya looked up to see Andrew and Rita. Andrew was having a hard time with carrying one of the boys. Seiya forgotten, Lita rushed to his aid.

“Thanks,” Andrew said. “We could use a hand.”

“Sure.” Lita took the boy, Andrew was holding. She walked past Seiya, not even noticing that he seemed lost. Before he got stepped on, he stood out of the way and walked over to help Rita while she had the other baby and the baby bag.

-

When everyone was at the temple, it took Andrew a couple hours to explain to Rita about the Sailor Scouts. Throughout the whole explanation the girls kept taking turns on watching over the boys.

“You are telling me our friends are the Sailor Scouts?” Rita asked.

“Yes. I’ve only known for a short time. And they will give you proof,” Andrew said. At the sound of their friend saying a demonstration, the girls quickly stopped fussing with the

Rita watched in shock at her friends turned into super heroes. “Oh my goodness!” she gasped.

“Sorry we never told you, but we were just protecting you from the Negaverse,” Sailor Moon said.

“I…I…don’t…” Rita looked around and saw Zoisite. “YOU!” she growled at him. “You turned me into a monster!”

“Rita, please calm down,” Sailor Mercury said. “There is a reason. He was under Queen Beryl’s power. Zoisite was brainwashed to be evil. He was killed by Beryl.”

Zoisite took a step back, he knew telling the woman was wrong. In defence he said, “Four years later, I came back to life with all my memories about being good and evil.”

Rita sat back, trying to accept her friends’ real destiny. She couldn’t and didn’t want to believe it but here they were, in front her as Sailor Scouts.

“Raye! Raye! Raye!” Grandpa came rushing over.

“What is it, Grandpa?” she asked hurriedly. “Is it the Negaverse?”

“No, better. You know that since I got back I’ve been looking for your mother. I found her. She’s been here in Tokyo for a couple of days and now she is coming here.” He looked at her and saw her as Sailor Mars. It still was a surprise to him, seeing her as Sailor Mars but he was getting used to the idea.

“That’s great!” she said.

Suddenly, Sailor Venus screamed and collapsed to the floor, holding her head. Malachite was immediately beside her.

“What is it?” he asked with concern.

“Premonition,” she cried. “I--it’s going to happen tonight.”

“What’s happening?”

“The night I’ve been dreading,” Sailor Moon gasped. She began sobbing.

“Our enemies are trying to get back at Serena by taking her family. Serena’s house is going to burn down,” Darien said. He walked over to the blond and cuddled her against him.

“How do you know that?” Rita asked.

“I've been having premonitions,” Mina answered. “I’ve only had these powers for a year now. It’s a power I once had during the Silver Millennium.

“Neflite, warn Serena’s parents. Zoisite, Hotaru and I will give Beryl a surprise she’ll never forget,” Malachite sneered.

-

Once Neflite got word to the Tsukino’s, he safely transported them to the mansion. They were a complete wreck, considering they were still trying to cope with their daughter being a heroine. Neflite had just returned back to the temp, giving time for the Tsukino’s to grieve, when he heard a slight squeal. He quickly recognized the squeal as being a scream of happiness. The squeal came out of Raye as her mother arrived. Raye couldn’t believe how much she looked like her mother.

“I never knew how beautiful you are,” Raye said to her mother, giving her mother a hug.

“You are just as beautiful,” her mother said, then turned to Jedite. “You must be Jedite.”

“Yes,” he blinked. How did she know who he was?

The older woman turned to old man, who was beside her daughter. “Father…I…”

“I’m sorry, Kristi.”

“Father, it’s ok,” she said with tears. She quickly pulled the old man into a hug. “I understand more than you do. I know of the Negaverse.”

“What?” Everyone said.

“I’ll explain later. But first before I get settled in and relax there are a few things needed to be cleared up. Darien, Lita, and Hotaru I need to tell you something immediately.”

The three in question gasped at the woman. She was full of surprises and she only had been at the temple for several minutes. Before she gave anyone the chance to ask questions, she quickly walked away and headed to the temple. The others followed suit. They weren’t going to let the woman out of their sight.

Kristi, as Grandpa called her, didn’t stop as she walked by the living room and went the other side. She went straight to the back yard of the temple. She stopped just as she reached the back porch and turned.

“I will start with Hotaru.” She turned to the smaller girl “You don’t remember your mother, do you?”

“No. Papa said she died when I was very little,” Hotaru said.

“Your mother was caught in an explosion at the hospital. But she lived.”

“Mama lives,” Hotaru jumped up.

Trista whipped her head around, hair blowing. She was surprised about this information. It was something she should have known. She knew who the woman was and knew that the woman was still alive but she was forbidden to say anything. She couldn’t jeopardize the future.

“Yes. But she had amnesia. Afterwards, she wandered off and nobody had seen her since then, that is, until now. I found her last month. She is married with two sons and her memory has returned.”

“Oh my!” Hotaru started to fall back off the porch when Yaten came up behind her and kept her standing.

“Lita, you lost your parents in a plane crash. The accident was deliberate. The Negaforce knew you were Sailor Jupiter so she found some way to sabotage the plane.”

Lita gasped. Kristi even knew she was Sailor Jupiter. “How could she know I was only twelve?”

“That I don’t know. But I do know you’re mother survived the crash. She was the only survivor and she is currently residing in Florida. She has been in a coma for five years but now she is in therapy.”

“My mother lives.” Lita felt like she had just been kicked in the head.

Her friends looked at her, in shock. Lita was finally going to have a family again.

“Lastly, Darien,” Kristi started looking at the tall man, holding a petit blond in his arms.

“Let me guess, my mother or father lives too?” He knew from the look on Kristi’s face he was right. First time in fifteen years, he was finally going to learn of his family.

“Yes, Darien. Your mother lives too. The Negaforce also killed, or tried to kill, your parents. She knew you were Prince Darien. She wanted you to live so you would become a warrior of the Negaverse. If you were raised by your parents, you would have learned of your destiny before Sailor Moon came to be.”

Serena looked up at her boyfriend to see tears streaming down his face. She was going to be there the day Darien met his mother.

“That’s it!” Zoisite snapped his fingers. Wanting to be out of the way, he settled himself to sitting on the roof of the porch.

“What?” Molly asked looking up at the man.

“The Negaforce never had forgotten you guys. In fact she kept close eye on all of you and when you were born, she tried her best to prevent you from becoming what you became. The only one she lost track was Princess Serena. But she kept the knowledge of your true identities from Queen Beryl. When Serena discovered her past, the Negaforce knew then that she failed in her attempts to stop you.”

“That was the same day when I remembered mine. I was badly wounded, but not fatally,” Darien said as he remembered the events.

“But that doesn’t explain why the Negaforce knew some of the scouts and never told Beryl,” Jedite said.

“Chances are the Negaforce wanted Beryl to learn for herself,” Kristi said.

“I’m sorry to cut things short but we do have a mission to carry out,” Malachite said seriously. “And it’s really nice to meet you Ms. Hino.”

“Please call me Kristi. And it’s no problem. I can take this time to bond with my child and father.”

“Neflite, how about we head for home and keep Serena’s parents company?” Molly asked.

“Sure,” Neflite said. “Serena, why don’t you come too? If you were with your parents, they may not be so distraught.”

“Ok.”

-

At Serena’s home, Malachite, Zoisite and Hotaru posed as Serena’s family. They waited in three separate rooms for the Negaverse to arrive. Each person had their own walkie-talkie, and they reported to each other every two minutes. Hotaru hid in the living room, Zoisite was in the parents’ bedroom and Malachite hid behind the basement door. With Mina’s visions she was able to know which room they were going to arrive in. Suddenly three warriors arrived in the kitchen.

“Hotaru, Zoisite,” Malachite whispered into his talkie. “They have arrived. It’s show time.”

“Roger,” Zoisite and Hotaru whispered.

Hotaru got up from her hiding spot, dressed as Sammy in pyjamas, and walked to the kitchen. She stopped just outside the kitchen door as Zoisite reached the foot of the stairs.

“What’s going on?” Hotaru said in a tired voice, trying her best to sound like Sammy.

Sailor Lead Crow looked up at the kid. They were caught. But what could a kid do. Run upstairs and yell for help. “None of your business,” she glared. “Don’t move and we’ll be out of here in no time.”

“We are friends of your sister. Everything is set, Mimete,” Mistress 9 said.

“You’re the Negaverse!” Hotaru screamed. “My sister warned me about you.”

“You little twerp,” Mimete hissed as Zoisite also entered the room. Malachite came out from behind the basement door. They were dressed as Serena’s parents.

“That’s enough.” Malachite said from behind. Zoisite stood by Hotaru.

“This is the end of the line for you.” Zoisite snapped his fingers. In a flash of light, he returned to his normal appearance. Malachite and Hotaru threw off their costumes.

“The generals!” Sailor Lead Crow growled. “It’s a set up!”

“And Sailor Saturn!” Mistress 9 added.

“You're too late,” Mimete laughed. She snapped her fingers and a fire roared to life.

“I don’t think so. The family isn’t even here, they are in our care,” Malachite grinned being careful not to be touched by the flames.

“The queen is not going to like this,” Mistress 9 hissed.

“Get them!” Lead Crow commanded. She went after Sailor Saturn as Mimete went for Zoisite and Mistress 9 went for Malachite.

Sailor Saturn brought out her newly restored Silent Glaive staff. She whispered, “Silence Glaive Surprise.”

Before the power hit Lead Crow, she leapt up into the air, kicking Saturn in the stomach, knocking her to the floor. Saturn lost consciousness. The unconscious scout was just a few inches of the fire. Lead Crow flung her hand in a circle. Fire now surrounded Saturn.

Malachite and Zoisite managed to get their attackers together. They held their hands, as Mimete threw an energy ball. The power of their hands linked created a shield. As Mimete’s power hit the shield, it bounced back into Mimete’s direction. Mistress 9 shoved Mimete out of the way, both barely dodging the energy ball.

“Wait!” Lead Crow said. “What are you going to do? Save the scout or attack us?”

Zoisite and Malachite looked to Saturn, surrounded by fire.

“Retreat!” Lead Crow demanded. The three women disappeared.

“Damn!” Zoisite snapped and began to cough as the smoke filled the room. “We have to get out of here.”

“Saturn! Saturn!” Malachite shouted as began to cough. He realized that she was unconscious.

Saturn slowly regained consciousness as the fire came closer to her. “Zoisite…cough, cough…I can’t…cough, cough…I’m trapped…cough.” She lifted her Glaive to help support her as she tried to stand.

“Malachite, get out of here. I’ll get Saturn!” Zoisite commanded. “Hang on, Saturn!”

Zoisite jumped high enough to avoid the flames. He picked up the small scout, as she held on to her Glaive tightly, and teleported out of there just as the flames reached where they had been standing. The fire burned the house to the ground in a matter of minutes.

When the fire trucks arrived on the scene of the Tsukino house, they tried their best to work the fire out but nothing would make it slow down. The more they tried the higher the flames got. Knowing they could save the house, they did their best to protect the houses on either side. Before long the fire died on its own and there was nothing left of the house, except for an inch thick layer of black ashes lying on the basement floor. Not even the police could determine if it was foul play or if there was anyone in it. But they were sure that it was foul play but there was never going to be any proof of who and why. This was going to be a case that would be solved.

-

“You failed!” Beryl roared. Another plan was now foiled by those damn scouts. The scouts were quite clever in being able to elude all attempts.

“Let me explain. Malachite and Zoisite were there before we were. Somehow they knew,” Mimete explained fast.

“Don’t give me excuses,” Beryl roared again. “I hate those generals! Galaxia should have left them in their graves to rot for all time.”

“My Queen,” Rubeus came out, still exhausted. “There is only one theory as to why tonight’s plan was foiled. I think one of them must have some sort of telepathic abilities.”

“I don’t want ‘I think’ or theories. I want ‘I KNOW’ and facts! Find out who the hell is feeding the scouts are plans!”

Beryl’s anger was rising by the day as the scouts were able to foil the plans. It was beginning to frustrate her. They were being more of a nuisance then they were back when they were first new to their powers. And even then they were always foiling the plans. There had to something that Beryl could use against them that would cripple them, but what.

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Return of the Negaverse (novel) Nov 11, 2008 10:23:50 GMT -5

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Post by Lady1Venus on Nov 11, 2008 10:23:50 GMT -5

Chapter 13 -- Moon History

Two days after Serena’s home was destroyed, her family were settled into Neflite’s home. Between Molly’s shopping for furniture and the Tsukino’s furniture, the mansion was quite inviting. Neflite was thinking of giving the family their own private quarters by adding on to the mansion, but he wanted to wait and let the Tsukino’s be completely comfortable before suggesting the offer. Because of Sammy, Neflite made some ground rules since Serena told Neflite that Sammy has been to be very nosey.

Molly and Neflite were having their first quiet breakfast alone. From day one, since Molly moved to the mansion, there had been someone there having breakfast with them. But now it was now just Serena’s family and them. The breakfast was made for everyone but the Tsukino’s decided to have their meal in the dinning room, giving the young couple in the nook of the kitchen.

Neflite heard a noise coming from the outside the kitchen door. Without saying anything, he got up to investigate. When he rounded the corner, he found Sammy crouched down on the floor, eavesdropping.

Sammy heard a tap and decided to look. As he looked, he saw a pair of dress shoes and knew this wasn’t good. He looked up, knowing he was busted.

“Would you mind informing me what you are doing?” Neflite asked, irritated but kept his tone in check.

“Well…I…umm… You see there was a bug…”

Neflite stood an inch closer, making Sammy stand. “Don’t ever lie to me. You were eavesdropping. This is the first time Molly and I have some quality time together. Please leave us alone. Molly has finally calmed down from people watching her. Don’t let her have a relapse.”

“Sorry. I thought Serena was in the kitchen.”

“She isn’t even here. Why don’t you go and look around and have fun. There is a pool and a tennis court.”

Sammy didn’t stay long enough for the master of the house head back to finish his breakfast. He heard enough stories about Neflite’s anger and he didn’t want to witness it.

“What was that all about?” Molly asked.

“Sammy,” Neflite said.

“Serena and I did warn you about him,” she teased. “Oh. I forgot to tell you that Mrs. Hino wants us to go over to the temple. She is going to tell the scouts what she knows of them and the Negaverse.”

“But, why does she want us there?”

“I don’t know. All I know is she also asked Rita and Andrew to be there. I’m quite curious why.”

-

In their apartment, Amara was straightening up, while Michelle made breakfast. Since Grandpa came back, they hadn't had time to straighten up their home.

“Amara, we never kept anything from each other and I don’t want to start now,” Michelle said.

“What’s on your mind?” Amara asked. She stopped sweeping the floor.

“From seeing Neflite being excited in becoming a parent, it has made me realize my own needs. I would like to have a family,” Michelle said. “Many people do not know that you are just my cousin, mainly because we are always together and we live together. But someday I probably wouldn’t mind in having my own apartment. Ever since we found out Molly is pregnant, I’ve been wondering what it would be like to carry a child.”

“Do you know, I’ve been thinking the same thing? I mean I like my reputation but it doesn’t compare when it comes to family.”

Michelle looked up. “You do?”

“Yes. I think it is time for us to go our separate ways. We’ve been close from the beginning. But we can not live in the same apartment if we want our own families. But before we start looking for separate apartments or even boyfriends lets be sure that we want to settle down and raise a family.”

Just then the phone rang and Amara answered it.

“Hi, Jedite. What’s up?”

“Mrs. Hino wants us to gather at the temple. She feels it’s a need to explain to us how she knows of the Negaverse,” he said.

“Ok. We’ll be there. Bye.” Amara hung up the phone. “We have to go to the temple. Mrs. Hino is going to tell us why she knows the Negaverse.”

“That’s great,” Michelle said as she served breakfast. “Then we’ll get to know how she knew Darien, Lita and Hotaru.

-

Serena was lying in bed, pretending to be asleep when Darien walked in. Even though they slept in the same bed, when she’d spend the night there, they were not on intimate terms, yet. Darien never wanted to pressure her into doing something he knew she wasn’t ready for.

“Serena, I know you are awake. Raye just called. Her mother is going to tell us what she knows about the Negaverse.” He looked at her when she didn’t make a sound, but he could see her smiling.

“You asked for it.” He jumped on the bed pinning the young woman to the bed, making her scream in startlement. “I warned you before, didn’t I,” he laughed, tickling her.

“Darien…ha, ha…please…ha, ha…stop…!” she wailed.

Darien stopped for a moment, “Tell me, I’m the best kisser.”

“You are the only kisser,” she puffed.

“I’ll take that as my answer.” He leaned down, claiming her mouth with his. They kissed wildly for a few minutes before he got off her. Darien bowed like a gentleman, arms pointing towards the door, “Your breakfast awaits, my Princess.”

“Why, thank you, my Prince,” she giggled, getting off the bed and grabbing a bathrobe. Darien helped her with her robe, and then escorted her to the kitchen for breakfast.

During breakfast, Serena mentioned that she wanted to give Molly a Bridal and baby shower. Darien thought it was a good idea but suggested that she wait for the baby shower.

-

Mina was also preparing breakfast, a meal she hadn’t made since the Silver Millennium, for Malachite. Malachite was upstairs, getting dressed. She knew Malachite wanted more than breakfast, so she didn’t even ask him what he wanted. She heard the phone ring, but knew Malachite would answer, so she could finish cooking.

Ten minutes later, Mina sat at the table and waited until Malachite appeared in the kitchen.

“Who was on the phone?”

“Raye. Her mother is going to explain why she knows the Negaverse.” He sat, across from her. “She also wanted me to contact Trista. Raye couldn’t get through.”

“Let me guess, Hotaru was at the store and Trista was in the shower.

“Yup,” he said and began to eat.

“How is it?” Mina asked. She leaned on her elbows, linking her hands, watching him.

“I like it. What is it?”

“Do you remember you favorite, Venus Cran Glory?”

“H--how?” he stopped, flabbergasted.

“The ingredients are the same. Potatoes, mixed with ham, lemon juice and chunks of banana. Crushed cranberries and raspberries with bacon mixed in eggs. Finally for a drink, apple juice spiced with lemon juice and nutmeg. It just had different names on the Moon.”

“Wow. I miss having this meal.”

“I figured you did.” The blond turned to her plate and began to eat.

-

In downtown Tokyo, Mrs. Jenna Baker was on her way to Molly’s lawyer. She had been in a happy mood, compared to prom night. She was finally going to get her money. As she turned the corner to head for the office building, someone grabbed her. They covered her mouth, keeping her from screaming. When they were away from the street and in an alleyway, she was released. She turned in a hurry.

“Who do you think…You!” she growled at Prince Diamond and the rest of Molly’s attackers.

“Don’t start on me,” Diamond hissed.

“Start on you. I haven’t even begun. Thanks to you, Molly is *pregnant*.”

“I know,” Diamond grinned.

“You know.” Jenna was enraged. She went to launch at Prince Diamond but was stopped by two of the attackers, two male youma. Male youma were rare in the Negaverse.

“You better listen to me. I’m here to tell you that you have no use for your husband’s fortune.”

“Liar!” Jenna screamed. She jerked away from her captors and ran away.

The third attacker standing beside Prince Diamond was about to go after her, but Diamond placed a restraining hand on him. “Let her go, Mongo. She’ll find out soon enough that her husband’s fortune is no longer available to her. She’ll come to us once again,” Diamond laughed.

A few minutes later, invisible, they caught up with Jenna in the office of Molly’s lawyer.

“What do you mean it’s now gone?” Jenna asked.

“Mrs. Baker, your daughter came in with her fiancé and signed the legal documents,” Mr. Leblanc said.

“Molly now has the inheritance?”

“Yes. She’s had it now for almost two weeks.”

“So that is what he meant,” Jenna mumbled in anger.

“Pardon me?”

“Sorry.” Jenna turned around and left the office to look for Diamond. Diamond and the others teleported themselves back to the alleyway where she left them and waited patiently for her return.

“I knew you’d be back,” Diamond grinned.

“What now?” she demanded angrily.

“We take you to Queen Beryl,” Mongo said.

-

Amy, Zoisite and Greg were the first ones to arrive at the temple. They saw Chad sweeping the walkway and decided to say hi.

“Hey, Chad,” Amy said.

“Hey. You’re here early. Raye and Mrs. Hino are out on the town. They’ll be back shortly.”

“That’s ok. Raye wanted me to take a look at her computer,” Amy said.

“There are a few things I need to pick up at this end of town. And Zoisite, he needed a ride,” Greg said.

“Make yourself comfortable,” Chad said as Greg left and Amy started to head for the temple deck. Since Zoisite had nothing to do he followed Amy.

“Zoisite, don’t you have anything to do?” Amy asked when she realized he was following her.

“I’ve been wanting to ask you, why you explained, the way you did, about me to Rita?”

“I don’t know. Maybe it deals with our past. I know we were friends during the Silver Millennium but I don’t know how friendly we were,” she said, frustrated.

“Maybe it’s about time I tell you,” Zoisite sighed.

“Tell me what?”

“We were lovers,” he said straight out.

“What?” she gasped.

“Why don’t you remember, is the question. The others are remembering their lives before but why aren’t you? Maybe you’re hanging around Greg too much and your mind is in denial.”

“That is a rude thing to say.”

“Yeah, you're right. It is. But how else do you explain it?”

“Ok, then. Prove it,” Amy demanded placing her hands on her hips.

“I know your favorite color and outfits.”

“That’s just speculation.”

“Alright. But you will be embarrassed. You have a small heart shape beauty mark on your…left…breast.”

Amy’s jaw dropped. “I--I--I--never…told anyone that. Not even Greg.”

“I told ya,” Zoisite smiled. “We were lovers. I didn’t want to bring it up, but…”

“No…” she whispered. “Please, no more.” She leaned against the wall for balance. She couldn’t believe it.

Chad watched Amy lean against the wall and came rushing over. “Are you okay?” he asked.

“Yeah, I’m fine. Just a little dizzy spell, is all,” she answered. “I’ll be fine in a minute.”

When Amy was over the initial shock, she looked at Zoisite and saw the truth. Another minute went by before Amy stood up from the wall and walked into the temple.

-

By the time lunch came and went, everyone was at the temple. For privacy from the public, Mrs. Hino had everyone in the back yard. They all sat on the grass, waiting for her to speak.

“It’s time for the truth. First of all, how do I know you all? You see I have as much rights to the destiny as anyone of you for I’m from the Moon Kingdom. I am actually Queen of Mars.”

Everyone gasped at the new discovery. The last couple weeks had been nothing but one surprise after another. First learning the Negaverse was back and Beryl’s generals were now the good guys. Then came Molly and her pregnancy along with the abduction of Grandpa. Once Grandpa was back, they all learn Grandpa’s true form did awful things when he was younger and Mina even slept with the enemy when she was only fourteen and became pregnant herself. Once things began to calm down from that, Serena’s parents were the next target and now Ray’s mother just popped back into their lives as if she never was gone and she was part of the Moon Kingdom.

“That would mean the shadow warrior knew who you were,” Darien mumbled a little too loud.

“That is correct, Darien,” Kristi said. “What I am about to tell you is a real shock.”

“So you know everyone who lived on the Moon?” Trista asked.

“Yes. I know more than you do. When the Moon Kingdom was destroyed, you were in the time gate. Queen Serenity not only sent her daughter and her court to Earth, but also enclosed your memories in a memory capsule, to prevent you from remembering everything.”

“I was starting to wonder why I don’t know what you know,” Trista said.

“I will start with Chad, Andrew, and Greg,” Kristi continued. “You three are also part of Prince Darien’s court. You are generals, not of high power. Chad, you were becoming a singer, Andrew created games and Greg, you were a scientist.”

“Y-- you mean there was music, games…” Serena stammered.

“Yes. When the Moon Kingdom was destroyed, everything was forgotten.” Kristi looked at Molly and Rita.

“Molly and Rita, you two also lived on the Moon.” All mouths dropped open. Not even a whisper was heard.

“You both are princesses in Serena's court. You’re also Sailor Scouts. Molly is Sailor Earth and Rita is Sailor Sun.”

“That…that would mean…” Darien started

“That Molly is your sister,” Kristi said. “But you see, she isn’t the only one connected by family. You all have family connections. Molly isn’t your only sibling. Malachite is also of the Earth, therefore he is your brother. Zoisite you have a family connection to the Moon family, as you are a son of the Planet Venus, thus making you sibling to Mina. Mina you have a strong connection to the crown as you share the same father with Princess Serena, making you half sisters. However, Serena isn’t your only sibling. You also have a full blooded brother, Zoisite.

“Serena and Mina’s father was Queen Serenity’s first cousin. Back in those days, it worked the same as on Earth. Royals married royals even if they were related.

“But you are not the only ones with relations. Trista. You have some knowledge that has been kept from you even before the Kingdom was destroyed. That information is you had a sibling and to protect your sibling from you, he was hidden away to Earth, thus giving you a brother; Jedite. Raye you and Rita are linked together and soon you will remember what the link is but today I’m going to give that link a push as you two are sisters. Amy and Michelle are are also related but it’s the same way as Serena and Mina. You are only half sisters and it’s same for Lita and Hotaru. Finally…”

“Let me guess,” Neflite said as calmly as he could, giving the circumstances. “I am related to Amara.”

“That is correct. But the knowledge of you being related to the generals was kept from you. The only ones who knew of the relations was, of course, your mothers, Queen Serenity and Prince Darien.”

“In the long run, we are all family,” Mina blurted.

“Yes. Princess Serena was the only one who knew of Rita and Molly. Before the rest of you scouts were to come to the Moon, Rita and Molly were there. But they disappeared before you could meet them. Princess Raye would have been too young to know she had a sister.”

“Are you telling us that Molly is technically older?” Neflite asked.

“Yes, but only by two years. Both Molly and Rita were reborn in a different a way from the others, because their souls were not captured inside the Silver Crystal. That is why their scout memories are not returning. I am guessing that Beryl killed Sun and Earth. When all you generals were part of the Darien’s guards. You, Neflite, were secretly seeing Molly when she disappeared. The only ones who knew of their secret love affair was Molly’s brothers. However, when she disappeared you only grieved in private of her disappearance and eventually you were betrothed to Lita. But you…”

“I was once in love with him?” Lita questioned. “That’s impossible.”

“Lita you never knew of Molly. But now, Neflite, you and Molly have found each other and your souls have been healed. She will now start to remember.”

Molly looked at Neflite in shock. They were soul mates. That would explain why Molly had such an attraction to the older man. Of course he was also drawn to her. When he fought for the Negaverse he had created a black crystal to try and locate the Silver Crystal but it always kept drawing to Molly instead. The power was feeding off of their lost love for each other.

“I knew stars were pointing me in the right direction. They pointed me to you, the love of my life,” he said looking at Molly with love.

“Why don’t I remember my life? Well I mean my love life?” Amy asked.

“You’re in denial. You are getting confused between your old destiny and your new destiny. But soon both destinies will be combined. I know this is quite hard to get a grasp, especially with everything that has happened and my return to Tokyo but it’s important to get everything out in the open now. I’ll leave you for a few moments to allow you to obsorb this information. I still have more to tell you.”

“Could--could you please take the boys in? They are napping and the sun is not good for them,” Rita asked, stuttering.

“I would love to,” Kristi said and left with the baby carriage.

When the woman left, the girls looked at each other and began talking amongst themselves. They couldn’t believe but yet, they could feel the bond between everyone.

“You and I are sisters,” Serena said to Mina

“I…I am a Sailor Scout,” Molly managed.

“Me…me too,” Rita said. “But I’m a shadow warrior how is that? I’m so confused.” Rita leaned against her husband as she tried her best not to panic at this new information. She was a monster now a scout.

“We all are related, in a way,” Trista said.

-

An hour after the scouts learned that they were related, Kristi returned with more news to tell.

“Earlier, I said there was more to tell and there is. I want to tell you about the Moon itself and the Negaverse.”

“Umm…I have a question from before,” Rita said. “How can I be a monster and a scout at the same time?”

“You became a shadow warrior after you disappeared. I would presume Beryl had captured you and Princess Earth to prevent the Sailor guardians. She did not count on the others. I would say that you were turned into a shadow warrior but Molly must have been killed. Now let me explain the what is left to be said.

“During the Silver Millennium, everything that exists today, basically existed then. To be honest, that is how a lot of people came up with the ideas. Let’s take the circus for instance. The person who came up with the circus was actually the reincarnated descendent of the person who created the circus on the Moon. The only things that did not exist in your first life were trains, plains, and automobiles. Everything else existed before.”

“What were homes like?” Hotaru asked

“Very modern compared to today’s. Mind you, homes on Earth weren’t modern but on the planets and Moon, they were.”

“There was life on other planets?” Andrew asked.

“Yes there was. From the power of the Moon, all planets had an atmosphere. Meals were also the same as they are now but just different names.”

“I experienced that this morning,” Mina said.

"Well, there's something about the Moon Kingdom. I'll tell you more later if you're interested. Now, about the Negaverse. I know of the Negaverse because I use to be one of them. After Raye became a Moon guard, I was captured by the Negaverse and served there, but I escaped. I was on the Moon the day it was destroyed and that is how I was reborn.

"The Negaverse wants the crystal for one reason and one reason only. Beryl is also a Lunarian. She is Queen Serenity’s older sister.”

“What?” Serena burst as the others were stunned. “You can’t be serious. Queen Beryl is my mother’s sister. Then that makes her…my -- my…”

“Aunt. Yes. She was the rightful ruler of the Moon, but she was banished. She had been trying to teach little Princess Serena evil powers. When Serenity’s mother, Princess Serena’s grandmother, was too old to stay on the throne Serenity became queen. And since Beryl was no longer around, Serenity was the only other person who could have the throne. That is why Beryl wants the crystal. She wants to reclaim the throne.”

Serena sat back and couldn’t move, only tremble. Darien held her close as she trembled. She couldn’t believe it. Her mother had a sister, who is the rightful heir to the universe. The others were also in shock that Beryl was actually a Lunarian, but they were not in as much shock as Serena was.

-

For three hours, Jenna was escorted through the Negaverse to the throne room. Diamond led her, while the other three surrounded her. This was the third time she’d ever been in the Negaverse. The first time was when her husband died. She had felt bad about his death, but unfortunately it had been necessary. The second time was for help with Molly. As she entered the throne room, conversation faded away into dead silence.

“Welcome back, Jenna,” Queen Beryl said.

Jenna looked at the evil woman. She sat in the same position as she did the first time they ever met. From the silence in the room, Jenna could tell that Beryl was very moody. When she finally reached the dais, her escorts left her side and moved to the side of the room.

“Why didn’t you tell me about Molly? You probably are the one who made sure she’d become pregnant,” Jenna snapped.

Eugeal came up behind her and pushed to the floor. “Don’t speak to the queen like that,” she growled, ready to strike the woman.

“Enough,” Beryl echoed. “Listen Jenna, and listen well. You came to me for help. Not the other way around. I killed your husband because he found out what you did when your daughter was born. Again, you came to me for help to scare Molly by having her raped. However, you didn’t say to not get her pregnant.”

“Well, she is, and she is with Nef--”

“Don’t ever mention that name to me!” Beryl snapped, standing up. Beryl could see fear in Jenna’s eyes but didn’t flinch. “I never expected them to show up.”

“Why do you hate them so much?” Jenna asked.

“They used to be my minions but they turned on me,” Beryl hissed. “All four of them failed and were punished accordingly. When they returned, they returned to the Princess’s side again.”

“What do you mean again?” Jenna asked.

“They were from Earth before I got a hold of them,” Beryl answered. She looked behind the human woman. “Eugeal. Send me Viluy and Kaorinite,” Beryl demanded.

“Yes,” Eugeal bowed and went to carry out her orders.

“When Viluy and Kaorinite get here, you will work with them. There is going to be a carnival and we're going to draw the scouts out. Also, I want all the information you have on Molly’s friends.”

“What do they have to do with it?”

“They are the Sailor Scouts.”

“Goodness!”

“You mean, you didn’t know?” Beryl smirked. She knew Jenna didn’t know who the scouts were.

“No. All I knew is they had a secret. Two of Molly’s friends are cousins but they are so close that people think they are lesbians, Lita has a thing for boys, Raye lives with her grandfather, and Serena is going out with Darien. Their favorite hangout spot is McKenna Park. Molly and Serena have been best friends since Kindergarten.”

When Beryl heard about Serena being with Darien, she felt like choking Jenna, but didn’t. Wanting to get even from her talking about the Moon Princess and the Prince, she smiled evilly. “By the way, if you don’t like the idea of your daughter becoming a mother, I could arrange a way for her not to be a mother,” the evil woman laughed, as did the others.

Jenna’s jaw dropped. She couldn’t believe what she just heard. She didn’t want to believe Beryl could do something like that, but she had no choice. Jenna listened in horror as the queen laughed mechanically and wished she never met her, wished Molly was not involved with the scouts. There was nothing Jenna could do to stop Beryl.

-

Note: For anyone who’s confused on the sibling bit, here’s a better way of seeing how the scouts are related to the generals.

Molly, Malachite and Darien are siblings
Zoisite and Mina are siblings
Mina and Serena are half sisters
Trista and Jedite are siblings
Raye and Rita are sisters
Amy and Michelle are half sisters
Neflite and Amara are siblings
Hotaru and Lita are half sisters
Queen Serenity and Queen Beryl are sisters

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Post by Lady1Venus on Nov 11, 2008 10:24:36 GMT -5

Chapter 14 -- A Carnival

Every year at the beginning of July, Tokyo held a carnival. Each year there was a different host and this year it was being hosted by the Sailor Scouts. When the news started up about who was going to be voted in to be host, the Sailor Scouts were nominated to be host. The city had a vote and when the scouts won, the mayor wasn’t too impressed. He didn’t think it was proper for teenagers to run around in skimpy skirts that looked like skating outfits. The scouts were overjoyed they won and with Neflite coming into their lives, they convinced him to help out with the location. Wanting to keep up with his story, he created an office building, Stanton Enterprises and gave the property a big enough lot to have the carnival. It was now two hours before the grounds opened, and the scouts could see people for the grounds to open.

“Couple of more hours,” Sailor Moon said excitedly.

“I hope the Negaverse doesn’t show,” said Sailor Uranus

“You can probably count on them showing up,” Malachite said. He had his arm draped around Sailor Venus.

“If they do show, we’ll be ready for them,” said Sailor Venus. “My visions are telling me that this is going to be a great success. So we have to stay positive that everything will work out.”

“I agree,” Sailor Mars said. “I don’t get any major bad vibes. But I do get the feeling that we’re going to be on a show of a lifetime.”

“Where’s Mercury?” Jedite asked. “And Zoisite?”

“At the airport with Greg. He has been transferred back to Canada and he wants to leave a day early. Mercury tried to convince him to stay until after the carnival but he insisted on leaving,” Jupiter answered.

“I wish he didn’t have to leave today. He would have had a great time,” Sailor Mars said.

“I didn’t want to say this in front of Mercury,” Venus said. “But I could sense jealously from Greg, especially when we learned of Mercury’s past. Zoisite wants to pursue her but he’s held back because of Greg.”

“Poor guy,” Neptune said. “He was Mercury’s first crush in this life. Chances are he probably took the transfer so he could heal his broken heart.”

“What do you mean?” asked Jedite.

Neptune looked at the blond. “Think about it. Before you guys popped back into our lives, Greg had moved here. He even went out and got an apartment. And then not even a month later he takes a transfer to Canada. I don’t know about you but I think he’s leaving because of Zoisite.”

“You know,” Sailor Moon started. “That does make sense. He was only home a month before finding the apartment and then a few days later you guys are back. Zoisite also tried to turn him back into a shadow warrior.”

-

At the airport, Amy was saying good-bye to Greg. She had asked Zoisite to accompany her. She didn’t want to be alone, after Greg left. She was trying to stay strong, but an occasional tear would make a stream down her lovely face.

“Amy, you don’t need to be strong. I know you’re holding back the tears. I know, I said before that I wasn’t leaving, but I’ll be gone for a month. But I don’t want you to wait for me, in case I’m longer. You’ll be starting university in the fall so my apartment is up for grabs. Why don’t you take it.”

“Greg, thanks for helping me to try and find an apartment. Even though in the end Mina rented me one in her building,” Zoisite said.

“No problem,” Greg said.

“Have a good a trip,” Amy said, hugging her friend.

“I will. If your memories do return you’ll understand what I meant when I said, don’t wait for me.”

“Flight 112 to Canada will be leaving in twenty minutes. All passengers for Flight 112 please proceed to Gate 10. Thank you,” the female intercom announcer said.

Greg released Amy, “Well, this is it.”

“Yeah,” she whispered, allowing her tears to fall freely.

*Take care of her* Greg said to Zoisite, through the mind.

*I will* Zoisite said. *You remember her past?*

*Not really. I just can see you with her*

Greg picked up his carry on bag as Zoisite placed a hand on Amy’s shoulder. He knew she would need a shoulder to cry on when Greg left on the plane. For the full twenty minutes, Amy watched sadly, as Greg went off to board the plane.

When the plane started to take off, Amy turned and cried silently against Zoisite’s shirt. His arms were wrapped tightly around her. After a couple of minutes of allowing Amy to have some quiet time, he broke the silence.

“I hate to interrupt, but we do have a carnival to get to,” Zoisite said, soothingly. “And Sailor Mercury is expected to be there.”

“You’re right,” she whispered, moving away. She looked out the window, seeing the plane take flight. Before she spoke again, she had most of her composure back. “By the time we get there, it will have already started. Let’s go.”

-

Like Sailor Mercury thought, by the time her and Zoisite arrived, the carnival was under way. The parking lot was half full. Since the office building was pretty large and belonged to a millionaire, the parking lot was the size of a large mall.

Zoisite and Sailor Mercury walked very carefully as to not to be seen by the public, until a clown came into view.

“Mercury!”

Mercury snapped her head around to the clown. She felt a little uneasy seeing the clown. How did the clown know who she was? After a couple of seconds, she recognized him. “Chad!”

The man chuckled. “Yup. Malachite has a little surprise and wanted some of us to dress up for the kids,” he said. “By the way, Venus is looking for you. Neflite is bringing in some ponies. He’ll need someone to help him set up the ponies, when he arrives. He was wondering if you could help him, Zoisite.”

“Thanks,” the scout of ice said as Chad left.

Before Mercury could leave, Zoisite grasped her hand. “I’m always here for you. Before Greg left, did you understand what he meant?”

“I believe so. It’s very clear with what Raye’s mother told us. But I don’t remember and I’m not even sure…”

“Mercury!” Venus called, running up to the blue scout. “Quick, we have to get to the stage on the other side of the grounds.”

Venus grabbed Mercury’s wrist and ran into the shadows. Zoisite shrugged. Just like Sailor Venus to interrupt their conversation. Knowing he wasn’t going to get the rest of what she was going to say, he went off into the shadows to prepare for his own surprise.

-

As Sailor Mars waited for Venus and Mercury, she was remembering the day the Sailor Scouts were asked to city hall and the mayor informed them that they were nominated to be this year’s host. The scouts were excited to learn they had a fan club. When the voting was over, again they were asked to city hall where the Mayor announced in a press converence that the scouts would be hosting the carnival.

“Sorry we’re late,” Venus said as she and Mercury came up.

“Rita is ready. She’s waiting for us to get to the back of the stage,” the scout of fire said.

Dodging, all three girls were in the back in no time. As they approached, Rita saw them and went out on stage.

“Ladies and Gentlemen, children of all ages. Welcome to the 10th annual Summer Blossom Carnival. As everyone well knows this year the Sailor Scouts are hosting.” Rita had to pause, as there was an uproar of an applause. When it died Rita continued.

“It probably would have been better if you had waited to applaud. Because let's give a great round of applause for the…SAILOR SCOUTS!” she shouted, as the cheers went higher than before. Then went even higher when each scout walked on stage, waving to the audience. When all the scouts were on stage, Rita gave Sailor Moon the microphone and left the stage.

“Good Morning!” Sailor Moon shouted over the cheers. She waited until the cheers were over, before continuing. “Thank you for the huge applause. But please could you wait until after we are done talking.

“As you all know, I am Sailor Moon. Today is nothing but fun. There will be a few surprises, some that even we don’t know about.”

When Sailor Moon was done, Sailor Jupiter came up.

“In case you didn’t know, I’m Sailor Jupiter. You can already see clowns moving about. Well, I just found out that later this after noon, we’ll be having a magic show right here on stage. Around lunch the gift shop will open and there will also be an arts and crafts exhibit.”

“Hello. My name is Avery,” Avery said. She had come up behind Jupiter. “And I am not a scout but I am a friend. Some of you people have seen my sisters and me working at a cosmetics shop. Over nearby the entrance you’ll see people getting their face painted. It is opened for all ages. ” Avery left the stage and Jedite walked to Jupiter.

“Throughout the entire day we’ll be holding contests. If you wish to suggest one, go up to any of the clowns. They will be carrying a bag where the suggestions will be held. We have already been requested for a coloring contest for the kids. For each contest you enter, your name will be put in a box for a drawing. Every drawn name will win a prize supplied by Neflite Stanton!”

Sailor Venus came up beside Jupiter, which then Jupiter moved back giving the Scout of Love room. “I’m Sailor Venus and I would like say thank you to Neflite Stanton for the use of his company property to have this special day and I was also wondering if Mr. Stanton could come up here and saw a few words,” Jupiter said. There was applause, how could he refuse? As asked, he went up and took the microphone.

“Thank you, Sailor Venus. I would like to say a few words. First all, I am happy to have this year's carnival here at Stanton Enterprises. And as my friend has just mentioned I will award winners of the contest. The winnings will consist of different prizes, which deal with this carnival and the scouts. There is one more thing I’d like to say. I’d like to introduce to you a wonderful woman. She has made my life worth living, my fiancée Molly.” Molly shyly walked over to Neflite. She went into his arms like a magnet.

“Let the carnival begin!” Sailor Uranus shouted. The audience cheered again but the cheering died quickly as the audience moved away to have fun. When only the scouts remained at the stage, Zoisite approached.

“Zoisite, where have you been?” Tuxedo Mask asked.

“Getting a surprise for Jupiter,” the general said. He moved over to his right to reveal another man.

“Ken!” Jupiter jumped in surprise, then ran over to him.

“Hi…Sailor Jupiter,” he hugged her. “Have you found a boyfriend yet?”

“Ken!” Jupiter lightly punched him in the shoulder.

“I’ll take that as a no. Oh and Zoisite already introduced me to the Starlights, so you don’t need to introduce me to anyone.”

“Speaking of which, where are they?” Mars asked.

“Oh, they're around,” Zoisite said. Just wait and see.

-

As lunchtime rolled around, the Quartet and Trio helped set up the arts and crafts. They had twenty different people, displaying their crafts. Chad was busy with the gift shop, which was doing well. Neflite made all the gifts.

The Scouts were surprised when Neflite brought out the ponies for children to ride. Neflite had help from the Trio and Zoisite to bring in the ponies without the scouts knowing. Jedite was well under way with his contests. He was now preparing for a balloon contest. The contest was what is the best way to break a balloon without a pin. There was also a contest for the best scout impression and best crazy dance.

Jedite had just finished preparing the balloons when Neflite came up behind him. Jedite sensed his presence but did not act.

“Are you done with the prizes?” Jedite asked, not looking up at his auburn haired friend

“Yes. But before you start, Zoisite wants to make his surprise.”

“Are they ready?” Jedite asked looking at his friend.

“They’re waiting for Zoisite’s signal,” Neflite said. “You know, the girls have been wondering why you put up poles with speakers.

“May I have everyone’s attention,” Zoisite announced from an intercom system on the stage.

“I’d like to introduce you to a group who has touched a lot of hearts and here they are! The STARLIGHTS!”

The curtain parted to reveal the Starlights starting up a song. The Sailor Scouts were in complete shock. This was one surprise they never would have thought of. Their mouths hung open, until Jupiter started whistling and hooting. After a moment, the rest of the scouts joined in.

Zoisite walked over from the stage to the girls, who were still cheering. At his approach, they stopped.

“You slimy little rat of a brother,” Venus said.

“I figured they would want to sing on this important occasion,” Zoisite said to his sister.

“Hey, where’s Sailor Moon?” the Sailor Mercury asked. “She was here two minutes ago.”

“There,” Venus said. She pointed to Serena and Darien, who were just about to get on the Ferris wheel.

“Do you know, they have the right idea,” Rita said.

“That’s an excellent idea. Time for you girls to have some fun,” Zoisite said.

The girls went backstage, to transform back to normal until the magic show, and then headed off to find their boyfriends or friends to go on rides.

While Seiya sang, he watched Lita. She went up to Ken and gave him a kiss on the cheek. Then he saw them head off in the direction to the games. Seiya wanted and needed to find out if he had a chance with Lita, Princess of Jupiter and scout.

A while later when Malachite started the magic show, the girls transformed back to the scouts. Malachite was doing the magic show. He started with simple tricks and then began doing more difficult tricks. He was just beginning on doing a bouquet under the handkerchief trick.

“You see nothing in my hand. I put it under the handkerchief and now I am going to have a volunteer remove the handkerchief.”

He looked around the audience for a volunteer. He saw a young girl, with light blond hair, sitting beside her parents. The child reminded Malachite of a man who long forgotten his childhood from being forced to join the Negaverse, and now the memories were returning.

“How about…you,” he pointed to the little girl with the light blond hair. Sailor Venus saw who he was pointing to and went to help her up on stage.

“All you have to do is pull the handkerchief off his hand,” Venus said when the little girl was beside Malachite. The young girl pulled the handkerchief revealing a beautiful bouquet of white roses in his hand. The audience cheered.

“What is your name, miss?” Malachite asked.

“Rachelle,” she shyly answered.

“Here you go. As a gift you may keep the flowers,” Malachite said. “Let’s hear it for the lovely Rachelle.” As the audience applauded, Rachelle stepped down and went back to her parents.

“Now, for my next trick,” Malachite started. Suddenly, there was a puff of smoke. When it cleared, Eugeal, Mistress 9, Emerald and Kaorinite appeared. There was also a figure in a black cloak.

“Not so fast,” Emerald said.

Backstage, the Sailor Scouts assembled. They had to scramble from where they were without being seen by the Negaverse and wait until Venus could get to them before coming up with a quick plan. When Venus got to her friends, the rest of the generals appeared.

“This is what I had been worrying about,” Venus whispered.

“Any ideas?” Pluto asked.

“We have to make it look like it's part of the act,” Saturn said.

“Guys, stay back here. Help us by using your powers, when it is necessary,” Sailor Moon said. “Jupiter, Saturn, you two go around from behind. The rest will head around front. Malachite is helpless. If he uses his powers, the city will know he’s not a regular human. Let’s move.”

The Sailor Scouts waited until Jupiter and Saturn were in position before jumping out in public.

“Hold it right there!” Sailor Moon jumped out as with the others. “I am Sailor Moon, the champion of justice! On behalf of the Moon, I’ll punish you!”

“Oh, look. Sailor Moon wants to fight,” Emerald mocked.

“Emerald, why don’t you crawl back under the rock you came from,” someone said from behind.

“Geronimo!” Sailor Saturn shouted as she came swinging in on one of the curtain ropes, knocking Emerald to the ground.

Suddenly, everyone could hear Jupiter yell, “Jupiter Thunder Clap ZAP!” Eugeal and Mistress 9 were hit in the head, Jupiter’s lighting bolt. Venus saw something snap. She quickly turned to see Avery whipping her whip. This gave Venus an idea.

“Venus Love Chain Encircle!” Venus used her Love chain as a whip. Wrapping the chain/whip around Kaorinite’s legs, Venus pulled back, making Kaorinite fall.

Sailor Neptune used her newly restored Aqua mirror, making an electrified rope to wrap around the four fallen enemies. Sailor Uranus used her newly restored Space sword to cut the rope. The audience cheered, thinking it was part of the act.

An energy ball suddenly came from the cloaked figure. It was heading towards Sailor Moon. Sailor Mercury and Mars were beside her. Tuxedo Mask saw the ball.

“Sailor Moon, behind you!” Tuxedo Mask yelled.

Sailor Moon turned at the last second, but before she could react, all three girls were hit. They flew back, unconscious. There was a gasp from the audience. This was now starting to look real. If it weren’t for the ex-generals, the hit would have been harder. The ex-generals were generating their energy to a shield so the fight would look like an act. Help would soon come.

Sailor Jupiter went to help her fallen friends. But before she could reach them, the cloaked figure revealed himself. He grabbed Jupiter’s arm from behind and pulled her to him in a bear hug. She could not pull herself free.

“Not so fast, Lita,” he hissed in a whisper in her ear.

“Sapphire!”

“You’re mine,” he growled, then started kissing her ear.

After a few minutes, the scouts were losing. Sapphire was able to knock, the others down so his comrades could get up but still was kissing Jupiter. He was trying to kiss her lips but she was putting up a fight. Neptune’s rope was now wrapped around the scouts and Malachite.

Over by the games, the Starlights showed up and saw the fight.

“We’ve got to help,” Yaten said.

“Right behind you,” Taiki said.

The Starlights ran out of the grounds to transform and joined the fight.

A Sailor Star Light tapped Sapphire on the shoulder. When Sapphire turned, he didn’t even see who it was, only a black, gloved fist. As Sapphire fell to the ground, he released Jupiter. She turned to see that her rescuer was the person she had been avoiding, Seiya. But now Seiya was a woman and in Sailor form.

“How dare you bring these idiots!” Sailor Star Maker shouted, making it sound like it was part of Malachite’s act.

Sailor Moon, Mars and Mercury were regaining consciousness. Within seconds, the Starlights had the scouts free.

“Alright, Ladies. Let’s send these guys home!” Sailor Star Healer growled.

Malachite hurried back to his original position.

The Sailor Scouts placed their hands together.

“Combine Powers!!” they all shouted. A blast of all their powers came charging towards the enemy. The four enemies used their strongest shield but the shield could not hold. The four enemies went flying back.

“RETREAT!” Sapphire yelled. He was the only one that wasn’t injured. Using what power he could use, he conjured up a star gate and was able to get his injured party out of there. When they were gone, the audience stood and cheered. The scouts took this time to make sure they were ok and to thank the Starlights. When the audience calmed down, Malachite spoke.

“Thank you, Sailor Scouts. I am happy to have had the pleasure of you helping me in that trick. For that, could you please all stand in a straight line for my last trick, to levitate you all.” All nine scouts stood where Malachite asked. Holding hands, Malachite lifted his hands as the scouts used their powers to levitate themselves for the first time.

-

Sapphire and his party, teleported back to the throne room. One look at Beryl, and they knew they were in trouble.

“You failed AGAIN!!” Beryl roared. “You should have known, the Starlights would come to the rescue. And Sapphire, to get Jupiter, you need her in a vulnerable position.”

“My queen. They may have failed but soon the public will be suspicious,” Prince Diamond said.

“How so?”

“Well, right now the public believes the fight was all an act. But later, they may realize, no magician can make people vanish into thin air without a box of some kind.”

“You may have a point. But that fight was very believable as an act,” Beryl said in anger. “Get out of my sight! NOW!”

The throne room was emptied in moments.

The queen sat and tried to think up of another plan. She knew, the enemy would make a shield for the upcoming wedding, so that would be useless. She sat for hours trying to come up with a plan.

“Those brats,” Beryl hissed. “Just you wait, Sailor Scouts. You haven’t seen the last of me. Soon, Mongo will be ready to tangle with you scouts.” The evil queen smiled, as she thought of Mongo destroying the scout of love, Venus. She will be the perfect target.

-

When it was coming on to evening, the scouts were enjoying themselves. Jedite was done with his contests and now was with Raye. Once in awhile, backstage, the girls would transform into their heroine form, to show that the scouts had not left.

Andrew and Rita had left their boys with some of the scouts. The couple was walking around the games when Andrew spotted Seiya. Seiya and his brothers had just finished doing another little number.

“Hey, what’s up, Seiya?” Rita asked when they approached him.

“Jealousy,” the Starlight leader answered. He looked around and saw Lita with Ken going on anther ride.

“Maybe I can make it easier for you to understand what their relationship is,” Andrew said.

“How can you make it easier?” Seiya asked.

“Lita and Ken are friends. They did have a few dates, but it never became serious. They’re more like sister and brother. When she first knew her destiny, she had just been transferred to Cross Roads Junior High School. That is how we met.

“When she was young, her parents were killed in a plane crash, or so we thought. Lita was so stubborn, she didn’t want to be pampered and was determined to make it on her own. Ken became her backbone. Without him, she would be lost. Seiya, I do believe she likes you, but don’t quote me on that.”

“I didn’t know,” Seiya said.

“Not many people do. She doesn’t like to talk about it much. It just kept her strong when she kept it to herself. Now, Kristi is in the process of tracking Lita’s mother down,” Rita said. She placed a hand on Seiya’s shoulder.

“When are the fireworks?” Seiya asked.

“Across the street at ten o’clock,” Rita said.

“Will you two be there?”

“Depends on these two boys,” Andrew said.

“Well, I better go find my brothers,” Seiya said and left.

-

Amara and Michelle were near the take out food stand. Amara was thinking about what she and Michelle had talked about a couple weeks ago. Michelle, on the other hand, was deep in thought about one of their male friends. Amara saw Michelle thinking and tried to get her attention.

“Michelle? Michelle? Earth to Michelle.”

“Huh. Oh sorry, Amara.”

“Where were you just now? Visiting home planet?”

“I think it is time to face the truth. We both want to end the lesbian charade and prove to people that we are only cousins. I can’t keep my eyes of Ken.”

“My, my, my. You’re moving fast.”

“Don’t start on me. But, I really do think it’s time,” Michelle said. She was a little nervous, saying that it was time to break the closeness she had for her cousin. “We will always be close as we are cousins. ”

Amara sighed. “I know. I’ve been thinking strongly on this since Molly had asked us to be her bridesmaids. Their wedding is one event that really makes me want to settle down and begin my own family. Seeing Molly with her smiles it makes me wonder what it would be like to be center of attention."

“Serena and Darien just sat down for supper. Why don’t we go talk to them.”

Both girls stood, then walked over to where Serena and Darien were sitting.

“Hey you two. What’s up?” Serena asked as the two girls sat down.

“Just that seeing your friend so happy, we can’t help but wonder what it would be like to get married,” Amara said.

”Really,” Darien said. “That’s different. I mean you guys are really close. I didn’t you really had marriage thoughts.”

Armara sat down beside her future king. “We talked about it the morning Kristi told us who we were to each other but we didn’t say anything until we knew for sure that having a relationship would be best. We are first and foremost guardian to Princess Serena.”

“Some day I would like to have children,” Michelle said. “And to do that I need to find someone.”

“Well, I hope things work out for the both of you,” Serena said. “Thanks for letting us know. Have you guys seen Amy or Zoisite?”

“No. We haven’t seen either one since before Jedite finished his contests,” Michelle said.

Michelle and Amara left the table to let Serena and Darien finish their supper.

On the Tilt-a-whirl, Taiki, Yaten, Trista and Hotaru were enjoying themselves. They had just finished their ride and were now standing on the ground just past the exit sign for the ride.

“I haven’t had this much fun since the day Serena dropped a bucket of slime, thinking it was water, on Darien’s head as a joke,” Hotaru said.

“How did that happen?” Taiki asked.

“The bucket was meant for Serena but she found it full of water. Darien found her looking at the bucket so he filled it with slime, when she was gone. He didn’t want her to know what was coming to her. But that backfired,” Trista giggled, remembering the event.

“You should have seen the look on Darien’s face,” Hotaru said. Suddenly, Hotaru was hit with a wave of dizziness. Yaten caught her arm to support her.

“I think you’ve had enough rides for now,” Yaten said.

“I haven’t eaten anything in a while,” Hotaru said.

“Yaten, why don’t you take Hotaru over to get something to eat,” Trista suggested.

“That’s a good idea,” Yaten said and Hotaru nodded in agreement. As they left, holding hands, both Trista and Taiki could see something was developing between the two shortest scouts.

“Hotaru likes him,” Trista said.

“How can you tell?” Taiki asked

“For one, she told me herself and two, I do know some of the future.”

“What about you? Any one in your life?”

“At the moment, no. But that could change really soon. Like by the time of Molly’s wedding. I’m not a shy person. I speak my mind.”

Taiki took her words to heart. He placed his arm around her waist. Her arm was instantly over his shoulders. Swiftly, their lips touched.

-

Throughout the whole afternoon, Amy and Zoisite were together. Amy knew they would be together, so she was getting know the real Zoisite, not the enemy.

It was time for the fireworks and Zoisite and Amy were sitting on the grass, away from the rest of the crowd. She sat quietly with legs out in front of her as Zoisite was beside her. He had one leg raised and his arm leaning on it. Quietly, Zoisite stretched his left hand over to gently caress Amy’s cheek. His hand gently went to the back of her neck, pulling her closer until their lips touched. She was shocked at the fact that his lips were very gentle. In seconds that felt like minutes, she pulled away.

“Zoisite, please,” Amy pleaded.

“Amy, you want me to kiss you. You know it and I know it.”

“But…” she protested. Zoisite placed a finger to her lips.

“Don’t,” he said. He moved his body so he was no longer resting on his leg. He placed both hands on either side of her face. “I am in love with you.” His lips touched hers again.

She didn’t know what to do here was a man she hardly knew, only knew his evil side. But he did have a point, she did want to kiss him. Perhaps it was her past feelings for him getting in the way. She wasn’t sure. She wasn’t sure of anything anymore. Greg had left her that morning. She guessed that he left her so she could rekindle her connection with her true destiny. She felt heart broken knowing he gave up the fight for her.

After another moment of hesitation, she responded, allowing her romantic defences to crumble. He was not, of course, the first man she ever kissed but he was the first man to French kiss her. When they came up for air, Amy rested her body against his while they watched the rest of the fireworks. It was more of an instinct than thought. She somehow knew it was right for her to lean against the man.