And the story continues!! So far the responses have been the same. Continue the story and so I shall. I'm finally home from school so I should have more time to write. I read one review where I am apparently cruel with my long delays. I apologize to you all but I do not intend to be cruel. Time is short for me so please be patient. Plus, I am working on another fanfic plus two novel I hope to one day publish. I also have a correspondence course I will be working on so this will be a very busy summer but always I will not forget my readers. Thanks for your continued support and patients.

So, the story will be a series. Exciting, ne? I hope it turns out just as good. There is a big surprise coming up with this story somewhere near the end and for all you engrossed readers, you may catch on eventually. Any ways, without further ado I present the continuing story of "The Forgotten One".

Thank you all my regular readers (Unicorn Lady, Sky Hawk, Usagi, and so on).

Disclaimer: *cough* We know this part by heart so let's skip the pleasantries and go right to the story, shall we? I thought so. Adnama, Naneeka, Mitts, Aaron Knight, Shiemensu Karie (pronounced Car-ee), and all other unknowns are mine. Cha!

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The Forgotten One 11: Future's End

Chapter One
Strangers Amongst Us Serena woke up, tears drying on her face. She had relived the events of two nights past in her dreams. She felt helpless as Neptune was taken again and her friends were hurt badly. Before she had gone home, Saturn had healed them, including Darien's severe cut. Hopefully he would be feeling better now.

She looked out the window. Morning. The day before she had just sat around, thinking, very un-Serena like. Ami had thought it would do them some good to do nothing for a day. So Serena had not talked to any of her friends since Saturday. Now it was Monday and school was soon.

Rising she dressed quickly as Luna yawned, "Up early, Serena? My, this is a record."

"I couldn't stop thinking of the fight. We lost so many people, including Neptune. Will we ever see them again?"

"There's no point dwelling on it so much. There's nothing to be done now."

Serena nodded as she grabbed her stuff and headed out the door, " See you after school."

"Don't forget the scout meeting," Luna called after her.

After breakfast, Serena had a leisurely walk to school. It didn't happen often so it felt nice. She had plenty of time to ponder. Later she was joined by Lita, Mina and Ami and they quietly continued on to school, got to class and didn't speak till lunch.
Sitting outside by a large tree, they ate. Ami shivered a bit, "It's getting colder. Looks like fall will be over early."

The others nodded silently. Ami sighed. So much for conversation.

Suddenly Mina perked up, "Hey, who's that?"

The others turned and saw a tall lady standing near the school, holding books and watching students. She had shimmering white hair to her knees, which was tied with a black ribbon at her waist, and wore black jeans, black leather knee boots, an untucked short sleeves white blouse and a burgundy sweater vest. She seemed rather pale with dark lips but looked very awake and kinda young, as she glanced around. Her hair seemed to flash when she moved.

"Oh," Ami said, "I believe she's a new teacher Kind of young for a teacher."

"She's the new drama teacher," Melvin suddenly popped up, " Apparently she's also taking evening courses at KO University."

"Hey, Darien's going there," Serena piped up, "I wonder if he knows her."

The lady turned in their direction and smiled, ten turned and went back inside.

"Did you see that?" Mina whispered.

"See what?' Melvin asked.

"Her eyes. They were like...like ghost eyes. Pale blue yet almost like white silver. It was like she could see right into you."

"Oh Mina," Lita chuckled, "You must be exaggerating. I've never heard of eyes like that."

'It would be very strange for it to exist," Ami spoke, " She'd have to be almost blind to have eyes like that." Melvin nodded in agreement.

Mina still seemed to wonder about it when she suddenly perked up, "Hey Serena, don't we have drama after lunch?"

"Yeah. I guess we'll get a better look at her. What class do you guys have?" Serena asked Lita, Ami and Melvin.

"History of Myths," Ami and Melvin both said in unison. Lita sighed, "Home Ec."

Ami frowned, " Lita, I thought you loved cooking."

"I do but..."

"Ohhh, I know," Serena giggled, "There's a guy there, isn't that it?"

Lita shook her head, "The problem is I've done every project there is that I have nothing new to do. Mrs. Butler-san can't find anything for me so I may get moved to a different class."

Serena squeezed Lita's arm, "Maybe you'll get to join drama. Wouldn't it be fun?"

Lita grinned a little, "Yeah, I guess so."

The bell rang and everyone headed off to their classes, Serena and Mina going to the auditorium. On the way the almost bumped into someone rushing with books in hand.

"Oh, excuse me," he said. It was a tall guy with bright red hair, emerald almond shaped eyes, thin framed glasses and a very handsome face. He was casually dressed in beige cargo pants, dark runners and a black shirt with a few buttons at the top. He looked a bit lost, "Could you ladies tell me where I might find the History Of Myths class? I'm running a bit late."

Mina, hearts in her eyes, went ga-ga. Serena, actually more sensible, pointed back down the hall, "Four doors down on your right. Are you a new student? You should get a uniform if you are."

He chuckled, "I know I look too young to be a teacher but I a. I'm the new teacher for that class or at least a few days during the week. Sorry I can't stay. Thanks for your help." He jogged down the hall.

Mina, still ga-ga, started to follow. Serena smiled slyly and grabbed Mina's arm, "Uh, Mina. Drama is this way."

She sighed, "I think I might take up history." Laughing, Serena dragged the lovesick Mina along.

Getting to the auditorium, they sat down quickly in the front seats.

"Hey Molly," Serena greeted her friend, "Seen the new teacher yet?"

"Nope, she hasn't come yet."

Just then the teacher walked out on the stage, 'Hi. As you may already know, I am your new drama teacher for the year. Ms. Kimota-san had to take leave for family reasons. I hope we'll get along well this year and have a great deal of fun. My name is Shiemensu Karurie, but most of my friends call me Karie. If you feel more comfortable calling me Miss Shiemensu-san, that's all right, especially with other faculty around but I don't mind Karie. I'm not a stick with formality as I'm not that old yet."

The students chuckled, seeing that this teacher would be great fun and getting more relaxed.

She continued, "I know Ms. Kimota-san preferred calling you formally but I hope you won't mind if I use your given names. Yes? Good. I'll begin with role call. Aino Minako. Kikto Milan..." she continued on till she got Serena's name and smiled, "Tsukino Serena. Ah, Miss Tsukino, I hear you are a very gifted actress, as well as Miss Aino. I look forward to working with you." She continued until all were accounted for.

"Good. Now I know you're not used to this but we'll start with what I call 'Theater Games'. Now, Mr. Miona..." And so class continued on. Serena found she liked the young teacher and her new methods. Almost too soon, class was over.
"Before you go I want to let you know we will be putting on a production this year, one that a friend of mine has written. It's called "The Forgotten Kingdom". I'll hand out copies tomorrow. Ja ne!"

Once they left the auditorium, Mina began to walk faster. "Mina, What's your hurry?" Molly asked.

"The new History of Myths teacher. You gotta see him, Molly. Come one!"

Soon both were running down the hall, Serena soon after, laughing.

When they got there, Ami was just leaving.

"Ami!" Mina called. She grinned, "Hi guys. Shouldn't you be heading for gym already?"

"Where is he? That hunk of a new teacher. He's absolutely gorgeous!"

Ami chuckled, "Yes, the girls in my class weren't really concentrating on their books. I think they were studying Mr. Knight."

"Knight? Oh, even the name sounds romantic," Mina sighed as hearts entered her eyes.

"Well, I'm glad you approve." The girls were startled to see him suddenly standing there. Molly and Mina suddenly blushed as Serena and Ami chuckled.

Mr. Knight grinned, adjusting his glasses, "Ah, the lovely ladies that helped me, nice to see you again. I'm sorry, I never did get your names."

"Tsukino Serena."

"Aino Minako. Mina for short."

"Glad to meet you. I better run. I have classes at KO soon."

"The University?" He nodded, "I have classes morning and late afternoon." He waved as he left, "See you in class again, Miss Mizuno."

"Oh Ami, you're sooo lucky," Mina said after he'd gone, "Why couldn't he be teaching drama?"

"Mina, miss Siemensu-san is great as our teacher," Serena protested.

"I know. It's just..." she sighed as did Molly.

Ami chuckled, "You two are hopeless romantics. Well, no matter what his looks may be, he teaches a very interesting class. He knows a lot about Myths, especially the fae."

"Fae?" Serena asked curiously, "You mean faeries?" Ami nodded, "I've never really had interest in them but now this history on myths has got me hooked."

Melvin popped out of the class room, 'Molly, don't you guys have gym?'

All four girls jumped and took off to change for gym.

* * * * * *

Naneeka sat silently at the back of the rom while the other students busily worked on various art projects. Adnama had dropped her off at Harvard Elementry in the morning, spoke with the principal, wished Naneeka good luck, promising to pick her up later, and left for her school. Naneeka had basically wandered around during recess, talking to no one. People seemed afraid of her. Perhaps they knew of her reputation from her last school but only the principal knew. She sighed, "I guess news travels fast." If only Mitts were here. Then she'd have someone to talk to but then it might seem strange having a cat in school, let alone talking to it. Now here she was, almost the end of the day, in Art class and no idea what to do. She stared at the clump of clay in front of her. Well, she sighed, may as well start something.

Not really knowing what to make, she let her hands go at it. Not long after, two girls slowly walked up to her, one with pink hair in an interesting style and another with brown hair in a bun, "Hi."

Surprised that they weren't afraid, Naneeka quietly replied, "Hello."

The pink haired girl smiled, "You're the new girl, right? Don't worry, it won't feel new very long. Soon you'll be very well known, especially with cool hair like that.

Wasn't she already known by reputation? She tugged a little on one of her braids of white/pinkish hair, "Thanks."

The brown haired girl gasped in delight, "Wow, that's such a cool statue! It's a faerie, right?"

Naneeka glanced down in surprise. Indeed there stood a clay statue of a faerie lady. A queen, she thought/ How had she done it? Well Mitts had said strange things could happen from now on. But strange things had happened already in her old school. "Yeah. It's Queen Titania of the Fae." Why had that name come to mind?

"Oh, I should introduce myself. I'm Rini and this is Momo."

"Friends call me Peaches."

"My name is Naneeka."

"Wow! An artist, cool hair and cool name," Peaches grinned, "Can we join you?"

"We noticed you've been alone all morning," Rini said, 'Thought perhaps you'd like company."

Strange yet Naneeka grinned, "I'd like that."

Soon they became fast friends and school was soon over.

"Hey Naneeka, wanna come over to my house?" Rini asked.

Before she could answer the intercom announced, "Miun Naneeka to the office, please."

Naneeka gulped. What now? She'd often been called in at her old school for mischief but this time she hadn't done anything yet. She sighed.

"Don't worry," Rini said, "It can't be bad. We'll come with you."

Grinning, she nodded and headed to the office.

Later she came out grinning, "Looks like I can come over, Rini. It was my Aunt who called. Seems she couldn't pick me up and I asked if I could go to your house. It's okay."

"Great! Peaches, how about you?"

"Sorry, " Peaches sighed, "Mom wants me to help at the restuarant today. maybe next time. I'll see you tomorrow. Bye!" and she ran off.

"Well," Rini turned to Naneeka, "Let's go. Oh we'll be stopping by a friends place before we go. Just to let my, uh, cousin know what's happening."

Naneeka nodded and they left. Not long later they arrived at a temple with many stairs and once they climbed them, Rini lead them into a building beside the main temple, "Rei?"

"Over here." They followed the voice into a bedroom where a group of girls sat. The raven haired girl grinned, "Hey Rini, you're just in time for the me-" then she saw Naneeka, "Oh, you brought a friend."

"Guys, this is Naneeka. She's new at school. Serena, I was just going to mention that I'm going home. I'll see you later." Rini seemed to say this with emphasis, making Naneeka curious.

"Oh," Serena, the meatball styled long blond hair girl, seemed surprised, "But..." the brown hair girl beside her seemed to nudge her, "Yeah, okay. Make sure 'mom know'." This said with emphasis too. Now Naneeka was really curious but Rini was draging her away, "Okay-thanks-bye!"

"Rini, wait," the brown haired girl called, taking something from her bag that looked like a big ball in the shape of a cat's head, "Don't forget Luna-P and Diana." A gray kitten ran out from behind, meowing, a little bell jingling from her neck. Naneeka picked her up as Rini grabbed Luna-P, "Ja ne!" and they left.

Once outside, walking towards her house, Rini dropped Luna-P and it floated behind her. Naneeka was amazed, "Wow! How'd it do that?"

Rini giggled, "Magic." The both laughed, the grey kitten in Naneeka's arms meowing. It jumped onto her shoulder and rubbed against her, "I think she likes you."

Naneeka giggled, "I like her to. I wonder what Mitts would think. She's my cat, well, sort of."

Soon they reached Rini's house. Rini nervously paused, "Uh, stay here Naneeka while I go make sure its okay with my aunt." Quickly she went in with Luna-P. Naneeka waited and thought she saw a flash inside but when she blinked, there was nothing.

"Must have been my imagination, huh Diana?"

The kitten just purred. Rini soon came out and brought Naneeka in, "Naneeka, this is Kenji mamma. This is Naneeka."

Naneeka bowed respectively as Mrs. Tsukino seemed dazed a bit and then smiled, "It's nice to meet new friends of Rini. Is she staying for supper, Rini?"

"Want to?"

"Um, I'll have to ask Auntie Adnama but I don't know how to get a hold of her. She's probably still at KO. I'll have to try when she's home."

Rini smiled, "She goes to KO University? Wow, so does Darien."

Mrs. Tsukino turned back to her work as Rini brought Naneeka up to her room. It seemed unused for quite some time.

"Wow, either you're the neatest person I know or you don't even live in this room," Naneeka laughed.

Rini gave a nervous giggle, "Yeah, I've been, uh, gone for a while and mostly hang around Serena's room or at Peaches."

Naneeka nodded. Very interesting she thought. Rini was definitely different but it was almost as if she were hiding something. She let it pass as they began chatting about school, Diana hopping up on the bed, curling up and napping.

Serena came home and just before supper, Naneeka asked to use the phone, "I should see if Auntie Adnama is home now."

As Rini said for her to go ahead, Serena did a double take, "Adnama? Snemeis Adnama?" she asked Rini.

Rini shrugged, "Adnama, yes but I don't know if Snemeis is her last name. Why, you know her?"

"We've met," Serena mumbled as she walked away, a look of deep thought on her face.

Rini looked curious but shrugged and went to see if Naneeka had finished.