From the heavy breathing to drops of sweat, it was growing painfully difficult to focus. This pregnancy was beginning to become unbearable for Chibiusa. The young princess, who now was about 25 years of age breathed through the sharp pregnancy pain.

"Here- drink up." The cool voice belonged to her husband, who has relentlessly stayed by his wife's side throughout her pregnancy. His amber eyes were swept with concern and exhaustion as he handed a glass of water. As Chibiusa drank, she went back into a resting position on the couples' bed. Outside of the typically rabbit hair style, Chibiusa's hair was out and rested on her sides. As she exhaled through the pain, with her hands now caressing her swollen tummy, almost instantly the pain passed. As a moment passed Chibiusa continued to lay with her eyes closed as Helios reached for her hand. Never did the couple, and by extension the rest of the family, expect this pregnancy to be as difficult as it has been. Restless nights, tossing and turning, sharp pains, the symptoms worsened as they entered into the final trimester.

As he held her hand he said sheepishly, "See, I can just tell this baby is going to be such a strong warrior." Chibiusa replied with a slight laugh, "I guess we have to start looking for baby armor." The couple laughed together as eyes met with humour in their eyes. Helios kissed the back of her palm as he whispered, "I'm so proud of you." Chibiusa smiled as her ruby eyes met her husbands and in response, drew in closer. With their faces just inches apart, their noses slightly brushing each other, the couple lips touched, once, twice- deeper with each time. Chibiusa proceeded to put her arms around her lovers' neck, continuing to pull him closer as they whispered sweet nothings to each other. As the couple took a moment for a breath, Chibiusa took Helios's hand to rest upon her swollen tummy, with hers on top. "Do you feel her?" Helios closed his eyes as a smile crept across his face. He nodded as he brought his face down to the centre of his wife's stomach.

"My darling, it's me- your daddy." He began rubbing his wife's stomach as he continued his solo conversation. "I know… you've been in there for quite some time, and you are so comfortable…But I can't wait to meet you and neither can your mama." Helios ended the conversation with a kiss on her stomach to look up to realize sleep overcame his wife. He proceeded to lay her into a resting position, where she began mumbling in her sleep. "Please come in bed with me… please." For the past several weeks, rather than sleeping right beside Chibiusa in bed, Helios preferred to sit at her bedside in order to be more attentive to her needs. Instead of even listening to her whimpers, Helios proceeded to kiss his wife on the forehead, between her eyes, while moving onto her right cheek as she replied, "no…fair…" and drifted into peaceful, but knowingly temporary slumber.

How did I become so… lucky? Helios thought as he watched her sleep. His sliver-white hair hasn't been brushed in weeks with it becoming quite full and large in size. He was wearing beige pajama suit, with his bare feet resting against the ground. His eyes went back to his wife's pregnant stomach as the memories took him back onto the eve of her conception, their wedding night.

10 months earlier - Wedding Day

Chibiusa couldn't believe her eyes as she met her reflection. She was dressed in a 30-carat sweet heart diamond dress that showed off her figure. Her hair was wrapped in a multilayer bun, with a left bang across her forehead. As she cupped her arms together, they were enclosed under sheer white-lace gloves, also decorated in diamonds.

"And now for the final piece." Chibiusa turned to see her mother, Queen Serenity dressed in the most beautiful white and soft yellow kimono who was also, holding her vail. Behind her mother was Chibiusa's 5 bridesmaids; Hotaru, Palla, Ves, Cere, Jun with Diana as the maid of honour- were dressed in light purple and white kimonos. As Queen Serenity finished putting the vail on Chibiusa, the wedding party was brought to tears as she looked back upon her reflection.

Stunned by her own reflection, she whispered, "It's... perfect."

Most of the royal family's friends and acquittances were female outside of King Endymion, and Artemis- who were the only ones assisting Helios getting dressed. Dressed in a white full white tux, his tailored collar under the jacket was fitted to show his figure and strength under the outfit. With a fresh cut, his natural curls were subdued and parted to show his face.

Both dressed in black tuxedos, both Artemis and King Endymion took a good look at Helios. Especially King Endymion- it was almost as though he was studying every detail of his outfit- from the tailcoat, dress shirt, the part of his hair, down to the posh on his shoes. The elders exhaled in unison, and with their eyes closed, nodded in agreement.

"This is perfect." Artemis said.

"Yeah… but we need one more thing. She'll love this." King Endymion walked over and pinned a cut red rose over the left side of Helios's chest.

With his hand on his shoulder he said and his blue eyes filled with optimism,

"let's go."

The light piano played across the room with guests up to nearly 200 people- in addition to the live stream across Crystal Tokyo, hundreds, if not thousands were anticipated for the grand event. As the bride and wedding party waited in the holding room, King Endymion walked over to his daughter and took her hands. She looked up at him with a bit of nervousness and fear in her eyes as they struggled to meet his.

"Don't be nervous honey."

She hesitated to reply, almost stammering "Daddy I don't, what if-"

He replied with a smile, "He is already waiting for you."

The bridal party started to begin getting into formation. He pulled his daughter in for a light, but final hug before they left the holding room. As she put her arm on his, she was ready.

Ves, Cere, Palla, and Jun stood to the very right of the church, while Helios stood centre while Diana and Hotaru stood more toward the left.

The announcer said calmly, now we welcome the bride. Leading up to this very moment, both Helios and Chibiusa hadn't seen or spoken to each other for about a week. The bridesmaids suggested it for "dramatic effect".

As the guests stood to their feet, Chibiusa's heart pulsated out of her chest, while Helios remained unnerved by the crowd as he patiently waited for a glimpse of his future wife. As she turned the corner, the crowd gasped in shock in response to the beautiful bride, as they pulled out their electronic devices to take photos and videos of the moment. Distracted by the flashing lights, Chibiusa could see amongst the beautiful décor- candles, lightings, lace. Despite the hundreds of people – she centred her focus on Helios, who stood at the end with an expression she had never seen on him, ever. Her heart swept with adoration as she saw the love of her life waiting before her. As they locked eyes it was mystical, submissive- and felt like the only two people in the room. Helios didn't break eye contact a single time. The father daughter duo, finally came before Helios. As she let go of her father's arm, Chibiusa now stood directly in front of Helios as he didn't take his eyes off of her-he was enchanted.

As Helios took Chibiusa's hands the minster proceeded.

"Welcome one, welcome all. We are gathered here today to welcome the union of Princess Serenity, and Sir Helios. Might I say, what an honour to have the royal family share this precious moment with the people of Crystal Tokyo, and by extension the rest of the galaxy. I pray this union be an exemplary example to those who witness this today. Marriage is beautifully profound, transformative and challenging- Lady Chibiusa. You come from a lineage of incredible cosmic women, who devoted themselves to their communities and the world. Sir Helios, your universal duty as the guardian of dreams- you aid towards protecting the very nature of what we strive for each day as human beings. I am honoured to officiate this union and witness how this marriage will blossom into a beautiful rose. I have the rings; we are ready to begin. I was told the couple came prepared with written vows." The couple nodded in agreement.

"Let us begin, whose first?"

"I- I am." Chibiusa said. She came in a bit closer toward Helios. "I feel so-" As Chibiusa attempted to speak she found herself holding back a knot that was rising in her throat as tears begin to form in her eyes. Helios, almost instinctually raised his hand to caress her face. Despite the large set of onlookers, to him-it felt like it was just the two of them in the room.

As her breath steadied, her eyes were gazed toward her palms for a moment. She continued, "I never believed I would find a love like this. My entire life, I looked to my parents as the exemplary example of what love looked like." She shifted her gaze toward the royal couple in the audience, "They taught me what it meant to love so passionately, to fight for your love- and protect it, because it's just so worth it. It always left me astounded, praying, dreaming- could this ever be me?"

She closed her eyes as she shifted her gaze toward Helios. "Then I heard the bell ring. That beautiful chime that awoke my heart and led me to you.

I will never forget the countless times you showed up, over and over and over again." She took a moment as her voice began to break. "You reminded me chase after my dreams, protect them- and believe in my dreams... And a most importantly, build new ones. And now I am, with you by my side." With her eyes locked in his, she concluded,

"Helios, I waited so long for you, for us- I love you. I promise to love you, protect you, and care for you for the rest of my life."

The room was so taken aback by her words, you could hear the slight sniffles in response to her honest profession. With tears in his eyes, the minster signaled for Helios to proceed.

Helios took Chibiusa's hand as he bent down on one knee, where instantly the crowd slightly gasped and clicks from a multiple cameras could be heard. As he held her hand, he lightly kissed it as he gazed into her ruby eyes.

"As far as a can remember I've witnessed and protected millions, upon millions of dreams. Dreams of adults, children, the elderly. Dreams from those who found love, lost-love- broken hearted, hungry, barely trying to survive yet all so profound" Helios broke eye contact for a moment to recognize the painful encounters he'd had to witness over the years. He took a breath and looked up at Chibiusa.

"But of all the beautiful dreams I've protected over the years, I never thought you, Lady Serenity- would be the first to hear mine. You rescued and protected me even though you didn't have any reason to. You showed me that even in the brink of suffering, love wins. Your love has literally saved my life."

At this point tears just fell from Chibiusa's eyes as she continued to look into Helios's.

"I am honoured to become your husband, your best friend, your solider, companion, your lover, your confidante- my beautiful, beautiful maiden. When I hold your face in my hands or hold you in my arms, I know this is the place I am meant to be for all time. This is the person with whom I am meant to share my life, I love you."

As Helios concluded, he stood up and pulled in the now sobbing Chibiusa in for hug facing the minster. Away from the cameras and crowd he whispered, "I meant ever word darling."

The minster took a breath and looked at the couple before him. "Sir Helios, do you take Lady Serenity, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health while you both shall live?

The couple turned to face each other and with a smile Helios replied, "I do."

He turned to Chibiusa, "Lady Serenity, do you take Helios to be your lawful husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health while you both shall live?

As she closed the space between her and Helios as he removed her vail, she replied, "I do."

With a smirk and minster replied, "Helios, may now kiss your bride."

And in that moment Helios raised her vail, while a smile spread across his face. He put one hand around her waist while the other was gracing her cheek as he pulled her in for a kiss. The audience swooned and cheered as the couple turned to face their guests.

Following the ceremony, the rest of the day flew by rather quickly, with the couple addressing royal colleagues, and catching up with extended family and friends. As the night began to wind down and guests left for the day, the pair was off to Elysion spend the evening together. Now back in the royal castle, both Neo Queen Serenity, King Endymion were seeing the couple off.

"Are you sure you don't want to go to Splendour Garden in Galaxy 2? Minako told me it's one of the most beautiful places she has seen in a long time." Queen Serenity asked the pair.

They took a moment to look at each other. Chibiusa shook her head as she politely declined. "Sorry mama, I think we'd be more happier going to Elysion."

Neo Queen Serenity walked toward her daughter with open arms as she embraced her with a hug. "I am so happy for you darling." She proceeded to Helios, as King Endymion embraced his daughter. "Please take care of her" Queen Serenity whispered in Helios's ear. "With my life," he replied. As the couple turned to exit, they were off to Elysion.

Once Chibiusa and Helios arrived in Elysion, Chibiusa was taken aback by the beauty. Surrounding them were vast trees, with flowers of various colors, with scents of lavender, tangerine, and jasmine. As he led her to their home, Chibiusa was dressed in light pink kimono, as she walked hand in hand with Helios who was also dressed in an off-white kimono.

As they walked through the path, Chibiusa couldn't help but absorb the different scents and enjoy the scenery. She admired the scenery as she spoke. "Helios, it's like this place gets more beautiful each time I get here." He squeezed her hand in response as he replied, "And it's all yours…I want to show you something."

As the couple proceeded, Helios turned and faced Chibiusa. "Close your eyes." Puzzled, Chibiusa replied, "Helios, I've-" He looked fiercely into her eyes, "please."

Helios led Chibiusa for a few more moments until they finally stopped. He proceeded to stand behind Chibiusa so she could experience the view first hand.

"Open."

Once she opened her eyes, she was recalled where she was. It was in exact spot she first met Helios. Under the large oak tree- but what followed was the most miraculous view of the moon.

"This is so beautiful," Chibiusa eyes softened as she gazed toward the moon. Helios embraced from behind as his hands were wrapped around her waist, he nuzzled his head in-between her neck as their breaths began to align. Helios could feel Chibiusa's body relax into his chest as he proceeded to whisper into her ear and brought her tighter. "It's what kept my hope alive all these years…"

Chibiusa turned to face her husband as he continued to hold her from behind. Now directly facing him, he brought her in closer leaving them only inches apart. the heat between them was saturating to the point of overwhelming. As the pulled into kiss, it naturally deepened, without hesitation or fear. The years they've waited for this moment has surfaced, and nothing would take away from it. Helios lifted Chibiusa into his arms only to set her down gracefully under the tree. Now completely on her back, she looked up into her husband's eyes. Her hands grazed toward his chest where she reached out and moved the palms of her hands from his chest up to around his neck were, she pulled him in and began their love making into the night.

Authors Note: Hello and welcome! If you are new to the series, welcome! This story is a long one in the making, but I am sure you'll enjoy! If you are a fan of Helios and Chibiusa, you'll especially love it. Personally, I've always had an interest in this pair just because there is so much to explore about them. This story will really flesh out their love, their strength and their love child, Dream. It's a real adventure filled with twists, romance, and drama- I'm so excited to get this out of my head!

You are more then welcome to shoot me a message. Looking forward to your reviews. Also for new readers, reading Finding our Wings isn't especially necessary, but it does provide some context into this characters (specifically Helios and Chibiusa).

Thanks, and enjoy! xo.