Usagi strolled the busy streets of Tokyo, happily deciding what to wear to her party tonight. They had saved the world, yet again, an were celebrating. And according to Minako, Mamo-chan had a surprise for her tonight.
Usagi entered her favorite store, and moved over to the dress section. She couldn't decide between a short, teal dress with one strap with a flower on it, or a white silk dress that flowed down to her ankles. "Well, the teal one fits my figure, but the white one is my signature color, just like my dress as the Princess..."
"Can I help you with anything?" The store assistant came over, same fake smile as always. "Yes," Usagi said,"I would like to know which dress would be better for me? I have a party tonight with a few of my friends." The store assistant looked over the two dresses and smiled. "I think white is your color. You should probably go with that one. Here. It's on me."
Usagi smiled at his offer. "I'm okay, thank you. I can pay for it myself." Usagi was still broke, but she couldn't let this stranger pay for her. "No, I insist." He said. Usagi quickly thought over his offer, feeling like she was missing something. Oh well. It didn't matter to her. She was getting a free dress! "Ok, fine." Usagi smiled and took the dress from his outstretched hand.
And without a single doubt, she left the store.
Mamoru Chiba looked over his outfit and smiled. He looked really good. He managed to tie his tie perfectly, and his suit was without a single wrinkle. But tonight was an important night. Mamoru looked at the little box and sighed. Today was their one year anniversary. They had survived a whole year together without anything being destroyed. Well, except a few buildings.
Mamoru opened the box, fingering the diamond ring. It was a beautiful sight, a round diamond surrounded by to smaller ones. Tonight would be perfect.
Though he still couldn't shake off the bad feeling he had.
Ami looked at the two blue dresses laid out on her bed. The short one was ideal for movement, but she liked the touches on the long one. It had beading at the top, and a sash that completed the look. She also preferred the coverage to the movement. She put on the long blue dress and smiled. It flattered her waist without making her look fat. And that was important.
Ami looked at the gift she bought Usagi. It was a necklace with a blue rhinestone water droplet on it. So she would always think of Ami when she was wearing it.
It was too bad Usagi would never get the chance to.
Makoto and Rei had prepared food together and now were getting dressed in their almost matching dresses. They both had short dresses on, though Makoto's was green while Rei's was red. They both met back up at Makoto's place, each with their gift in hand. Makoto had got Usagi yellow rose earrings, just like the ones she always wore. Rei got her a charm bracelet with a flame charm on it. It would protect her from any youma that would attack her, as long as she was wearing it.
They both got on the bus together and smiled. This was going to be the best party ever.
Unfortunately, it was also the last party they'd have together.
Minako jumped from building to building, being careful not to rip her dress or lose the locket she was going to give Usagi. Artemis followed closely behind, and they made their way to Usagi's house.
Usagi's mom was asleep, so they would get to party all night long.
Until they figured out what had happened.
Usagi greeted all her guests at the door, stopping only to steal a kiss from Mamo-chan as he entered. "That dress really flatters you," he said, flashing a smile. Usagi felt her cheeks redden but didn't miss a beat. "As does your suit. You pay close attention to detail." And with that, they entered together, unaware of the tragedy about to unfold.
About halfway through the party, Usagi went to the bathroom. They had all been drinking and eating and partying, so they all thought nothing of it. About the same time, Minako went to get some more punch. Makoto left for a breath of air, taking Luna with her. Mamoru went to check up on Usagi, hoping she was feeling alright. Ami went to get a snack, as she had not eaten much during the party. And Rei stayed in the room with Artemis.
No one could mistake the sound of Usagi screaming. They all rushed to the bathroom, only to find they were too late.
Blood stained her white dress, coming from a stab wound through her chest. Mamoru waisted no time. He picked her up, and rushed her to the hospital. They only hoped nothing bad had happened to her.
The doctors said she was in critical condition. She was in a coma, and wasn't expected to wake up. All the senshi visited her, tears in their eyes, whispering words of encouragement to the unconscious princess.
"Please," Mamoru said, "I've already lost you once, and I can't bear losing you again."
Ami looked around the room and sighed. "Only one of us could have killed, I mean hurt, her. We were all there at her party, and each eventually left to do something. And we will get to the bottom of this."
All the sailors held hands, each a look of suspicion and determination in their eyes. They all had a motive, and they all had an alibi. This was going to be hard. They couldn't bear the thought of betrayal from one of their fellow senshi. But they also couldn't bear the thought of Usagi dying. They were going to find out who did this. And for whoever it was, they would pay with their life.