Authors notes- Hi! This story starts out with the fall of the Moon
Kingdom only different. Here's the twist. You know how with the
destruction of the Moon Kingdom all the kingdoms of the other
planets seemed to have just disappeared? Well they all survived in
my story. Also Princess Serenity does not die. She stays with the
outer scouts. This story will continue through the Silver Millennium
and into the 20th century. This is my first fanfic so I would like to
hear any and all comments. I am also open to suggestions. Please
tell me if I should continue. I know, I know you have all heard this
before so I'll just shut up. Now on with the story.Don't forget to
e-mail me at meghanscuderi@hotmail.com
Rating -- PG13 for curse words
Disclaimer- I obviously don't own Sailor Moon or any of its
characters but I do own this story so leave it alone! Okay?
"We write to taste life twice, in the moment and in retrospection."
--Anais Nin
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I Shall not Perish
Chapter One
by: Messy Meg
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I have always been aware of my birthright. It's my duty
to my people to stay alive. Mother taught me that I had to take
certain precautions in order to protect myself. In fact, she
taught me everything she knew. I am more grateful now than I was
back then. My mother was the beautiful Queen Serenity V of the Sliver
Millennium and the Moon Kingdom. She was always busy with some
meeting or another. There were only a few spare moments a week
for her to spend time with me. Even though I knew that the Kingdom
has and always would come before me where my mother was concerned,
I never gave up the hope that one day she would leave her work
just to spend the day with me and tell me how important to her
I was, and how much she loved me. It would just be the two of us
all day long. Unfortunately this nevered occured and I continued to
resent her for not loving me. As a result we were never close
like a mother and daughter should be. Our seperation hurt me often
and deeply. I just wanted a regular mom like Molly, my maid, had.
I did not want the etheral detached creature I had. All I wanted
was a pair of loving arms concerned for my well being.
It was when mother died though, and our kingdom fell, that I
realized how much I actually loved her. It's strange how one realizes
things only when it's too late to do something about them. I have missed
her ever since her death. I wish I could tell her that, but it's too late now.
I guess it really doesn't matter, I've missed her ever since the day of my
birth, and throughout my childhood. What's the difference whether she's
alive or dead? I would miss her either way right?
I admit that Mother was brave. Her courage equaled that of my
court, the Inner Sailor Soldiers and even touched that of the Mysterious
Outer Sailor Soldiers. I can remember the determination in her silver-
flecked purple eyes as she shoved me to Sailor Uranus after Endy had
died in my arms, ordering Uranus to flee with me to the strange planet of
Pluto. I had entered a state of extreme shock by this time and she knew
this. At least she understood why I was not able to respond to her last
words to me.
" Serenity, do not worry for me daughter, I can take care of
myself.Worry instead for our kingdom and pick up the pieces after this
battle is over.Your friends will be reborn on Earth in a time of peace as
well as all the in habitants of the Moon. You shall travel to Pluto with
Sailors Uranus and Neptune. Once this commotion dies down you shall
take up the throne. The Silver Millennium must not fall. I do love you
Serenity, never forget that. Go and live well,."
With that said she left us. Her appearance was disheveled but
she carried herself proudly, like the Queen she was as she headed to
her death. Screams of torture flew around the area leaving me to shudder
and cry shamelessly as Uranus forced me away from Mother and
towards the boarding deck. Sailor Neptune met us halfway to the dock.
" It's no good. Those scum have the docks blocked."
" What 'bout Duke Hashes private ships? His estate 's only
a mile away? I'm sure he wouldn' mind us borrowing one." Uranus
growled. Neptune nodded.
" All right we'll head there then. We have to hurry though."
She looked pointedly in my direction. I'm sure I was a sight to
see, quaking and covered in blood, I was a nothing more than a burden
to them. Even the fact that I was probably the most important being in
our galaxy did not hold much sway for them. The Outer Soldiers never
take up body gaurding. That was what the Inner Soldiers were for. I knew
I had to pull myself together. It would not be well if they had no respect
for their future queen. If I did not show them I am strong now, they will
never believe I can be. So I did the only thing I could.
"I can run. I've had a lot of practice. I can keep up." She glanced
at me and gave another of her curt nods.
" 'lright then lets get going."
It was the longest run I had ever endured. This was no game
with Lita. My life was at stake. We had reached the mansion in no less
than ten minuets but it felt like ten hours. The only ship left was a little
pleasure pod. While Uranus readied our small ship Neptune and I made
a search of the empty house taking some clothing and provisions. When
we returned the ship was ready so we boarded and took off dodging
energy blasts from Metallia's space army.
" Damn bastards! When I get my hands on them ..." Uranus
cursed.
The last thing I heard was Neptune calming her down as we
reached safe space before I feel into a dream plagued sleep.
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And so as we fled, the darkness that was Metallia settled over
the Moon Kingdom, killing everyone. Mother fought back giving her life,
and as a result she saved us all. Although our people had already died
and the Moon was conquered, she granted our people rebirth on Earth
which was the only planet left unharmed, at a later time of peace. My
court, my beloved friends, the ladies of Jupiter, Mars, Venus, and
Mercury were sent to be reborn. Dear Endymion, along with the
Earth's refugees were also to be reborn. Unfortunately, Mother's sacrifice
did not include me.
I am not allowed that peace. No, it wouldn't be right. As the
Moon Princess, or rather the child Queen of the Moon and the Silver
Millennium, I can not afford to forget who I am, what I have learned,
....nor am I allowed to forget the fall of my kingdom. I feel abandoned,
alone with two solemn faced strangers traveling to a planet I was
previously forbidden to go to, on the last of Mother's strength.
"Mama...I love you,"
It is the first time I have said that simple phrase in years.
I know that she can't hear me but it helps me to say it. Neither soldier
is around me right now so I can indulge in a little bit of grief. I have
to stay together and win the outer sailor soldiers' friendship. I have to
repeat to myself that I am not traveling with strangers but with
new allies and possibly friends. I have to acknowledge over and over
again that everything will be all right in the end. They do not know what
I am going through and I cannot let them know that I'm on the verge of
breaking. They are so strong. They are as I need to be. There will be
time to grieve later on. For now I will be strong... to save what's left.
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I am amazed at how I have been holding up. I know that Haruka
and Michiru are impressed. They did not think I could be equal to them,
or any sailor soldier in a situation like this. After all it isn't every day you
have all your subjects butchered along with your family and friends.
They have accepted me as a worthy friend. I am sure they no longer see
me as a burden. I am relieved though that they are not able to see me at
night. Those nightmares I have... they are so vivid. It is important that I
gain their full respect before we reach Pluto.
We've been traveling for twelve days now in this tiny pod ship.
Our pod is only supposed to be used for short pleasure trips around
the Moon, not for a trip across the solar system. But you can't be choosy
when your fleeing from evil, can you? We're running low on food and fuel
but Haruka thinks we'll hit at Pluto in the next couple of days, so Miri
and I have been keeping our doubts hidden. Neither Miri nor I wish to
actually voice aloud what all three of us are thinking. No one wants to
believe that we will not make it.
I walked around the corner and into the sparsely furnished
common room. Haruka was the only one in so Miri must be at the
controls giving Haruka some free time.
" 'ello Rena," she murmured in welcome.
" Haruka," I said inclining my head slightly as mother does,
I mean used to do. Haruka noticed this. She is sharp minded as well as
ruthless. I would be surprised if she hadn't noticed.
" So, finally decided to be a queen, huh." I walked to the couch
and answered as I settled down next to her.
" Are you surprised? I thought you would of approved. A queen
is needed and I am next in line, so what's it matter if I start my reign a
little sooner than expected?"
" You would've made a good warrior that's why. We need that
more than a ruler just sitin' on her throne. We need to defeat Metallia
once 'n for all and you could help us do that."
I had not expected this. Who has ever heard of a Queen
becoming a warrior. It has never been done. Who would keep others
from trying to conquer our solar system. Without me as Queen at least
pretending to have a powerful, healthy kingdom, making trips to the
Tao and Soo systems, we would be over run in no time.
" What about the other systems? They would waste no time
finishing us off if I were not to hold them back. What do you propose
we keep them back with? A rumor of disease and a quarantine sign?"
I started to giggle, but as I saw Haruka look on me with a grin I stopped.
" What?"
" Miri and I already worked it out last night. Whoever said you
had to stop being Queen? You'll be both that's all and Miri and I we'll
train you, you see? You'll take your monthly visits to the systems and
the rest of the time you fight. We'd make you Sailor Moon. What d'ya
think of that huh? We never had a Sailor Moon before."
She was serious. They actually wanted me to become one of
them. They really thought I was strong enough. They were willing to train
me. It was rare for the Inner Sailor Soldiers to train someone who was
not one of them, but unheard of for the Outer Sailor Soldiers to take
someone up. It was an awing moment. The thought that I could become
a Sailor Soldier did not really compute. I caught a figure in the corner
of my eye. I glanced up and saw that Mirchri had entered the room. Her
smile was soft and her aqua eyes twinkled.
" It would really help us a lot if you decide to take up our offer.
With the Inner Soldiers gone we are going to be hard pressed to defeat
Metallia and Beryl, but if you helped it would give us a better chance to
win. Besides Rena you've grown on Haruka and me. We would be
saddened if you left us."
It touched me to hear her say that. They were offering me a
chance to help my Kingdom. They were giving me the opportunity I
needed to avenge the Moon's death and help pick up the shattered
remains of The Silver Millennium. I would be able to use Mother's
sacrifice to my fullest advantage. I would get to show those Bitches
what happens when you kill my closest friends. This is probably the
most important decision I will ever make. Miri and Haruka were
waiting for my answer.
" I am honored that you have offered me this gift. My answer
is yes and thank you! I only hope you all will not be disappointed."
Miri squealed in glee and Haruka hugged me tight saying I
wouldn't be sorry. I would've never known that they were the
legendary Outer Sailor Soldiers from the way they were carrying on.
It was nice to have some true friends again. It was even nicer knowing
that I would soon have vengeance on Metallia.
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To be continued....
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Yes it's short I know. So what didya think? Please E-mail me at
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Messy Meg ~_~;