Story: A Past Not Forgotten
Chapter: One
Anime: Sailor Moon
Pairing: Serenity/Endymion
Rated: Teen
Author's Notes: Hello! Welcome to the beginning of "A Past Not Forgotten"!! I only got two people asking for this, so I wrote it for them. :) Though, I hope everyone else will enjoy, and let me in on their thoughts concerning this story. Enjoy!
It was another morning. The King of Earth didn't want to rise from his own bed. Subconsciously he reached for the other side of the bed expecting for his hand to land on his wife. Of course, she wasn't there. She has been stone dead for five, long years. Endymion would never forget the tragedy.
The king groaned loudly as he rolled back over to his side. He never realized how cold the bed could truly be without his wife laying next to him. It seemed so lonely in their grandiose room. It didn't seem to bother the king that he hadn't cried since his wife's death. There was nothing worse than that.
Sadly, he knew he had to greet the day sooner or later. As always, it should be sooner. The dark-haired man removed himself slowly from the black sheets that replaced the old, white ones that were used when his wife was living. Walking slowly over to his closet for his change of clothes, the depressed king held himself with little effort. What was the use? Picking out the everyday suit and tie, he quickly dressed. Of course, he went into his master bathroom to do the other daily things of the morning.
Ever since they took the throne, the king didn't look like he aged a minute. He looked the same just more mature in eyes. Reluctantly, he finally made his way to the door that would lead him out into the world of royalty – where he no longer wanted to be.
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A young lady with silver locks of hair strolled into the palace with unusual grace. Her clear, sapphire eyes scanned the area briefly before she continued her way to the throne room. She had an audience with the king today. Though, she felt awkward because every eye in the palace watched her every move with wide eyes. She just shook her head, and carried on her way to the throne room.
She watched as the guards at the door eyed her too, before they opened the door. The young lady walked in, and saw the good-looking king sitting lazily on his gold throne. She silently snickered in disgust at his power.
The king noticed the girl's presence, looked up, and froze on his seat. There was an amazingly similar appearance between this girl and his late wife. The only difference was that she didn't have the exact look of maturity of being queen resting in her eyes, and her hair only reached half way down her back. Though, it was currently restrained in a braid. He watched her silently as she curtsied before him.
"Good morning, maiden," The king said smoothly. He rarely smiled at any of the peasants. The young woman nodded in agreement.
"It is, sire," She said with respect licking her words.
"I am told you are in need of a favor?" The king pressed on eyeing her suspiciously.
"Yes. I need a job," She answered bluntly, "I would like to work here in the palace, possibly as a maid."
"Really? You are so blunt in your answers," The king noticed easily, "A maid, you say? We have lots and lots of those already."
"Please, your highness, it is only me here," The girl slightly pleaded, "I really need a job! I only ask to be a maid. I'm a hard worker."
The king brushed his hair back with his hand in thought, "I see. I don't see why not. I mean, we could always use a spare maid. I'll have you sent down to the servants' quarters to talk to the head maid. It will be up to her if she wants to give you a job or not."
The silver-haired girl's eyes brightened at the news, "Oh, thank you, sire! I swear… I'll do my best!"
"I'm sure. Now, on your way," The king finished with a flick of his wrist to have her sent to the servants' quarters. The young lady went with a cheerful step in her walk leaving the king chuckling silently to himself.
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That same girl sat quietly in her new room down in the servants' quarters. Mother Robin, the head maid, had happily agreed to giving her a job. She would have today to unpack and get plenty of rest, and then tomorrow the training would start. She had two days to learn, and then she was on her own.
Mother Robin had told her that she would have a roommate, but she was out cleaning the palace. Even though she knew it would be a girl since the men and women were separated in the servants' quarters, she was still excited about whom it would be.
Suddenly, the door slowly opened. A small girl that looked to be her age walked in. She looked up at the silver-haired one with tired, green eyes.
"Hello," She said, "I'm Holly. What is your name?"
The new girl froze at the question. Her name? She didn't even know! This was a question she hated the most. She slowly reached up for the silver crescent moon pendant that hung by a silver chain that was resting on her chest.
"Umm… you can just call me…," She glanced down at her necklace, "Serena."
'Serena? Where the heck did that come from?' She thought to herself. She only shook her head slightly as Holly smiled at her.
"What a pretty name," She complimented nicely, "It's a pleasure to meet you, Serena."
Serena returned the smile, "Likewise."
"You know… I've never had a roommate before," Holly told her with a frown.
"Oh, that's okay! Neither have I," Serena laughed. Holly laughed with her.
"I think we're going to be great friends!" She said. Serena nodded in agreement.
"Of course," She whispered. The look Holly got seemed to be that she remembered a lost thought.
"Oh! I almost forgot! I have your uniform, Serena," Holly said in a rush as she showed Serena her new outfit. It had a simple, button-down, white shirt that fit her form snugly. A short, black skirt that seemed like it was made to show off the legs. Though, Serena cast that thought away when she was given the knee high, white leggings. There were also black straps that went over the shoulders and back down that were attached to the skirt. They reminded Serena of suspenders, but they were quite different. The last two items were a pair of black school shoes and a black tie.
"A tie?" Serena said as she put it on over her new white shirt. Holly nodded.
"Yeah, I know. The men have them too," She said, "Also, if you want to wear your hair up, you have to tie in these black and white ribbons."
"Oh, I like them," Serena said with a smile as she was handed a few pairs of ribbons.
"I hope you like it here, Serena," Holly told her quietly with sincerity, "Now, you should probably get some rest. I'm going to be showing you the ropes tomorrow and the next day."
"I know," Serena trailed off as she stripped her uniform, "Thank you, Holly."
Holly nodded with a smile. Serena had changed into her pajamas, and laid down on the spare bed that was meant for her. She heard the door close for Holly had to return to work. In the stillness of the room, Serena's thoughts went unwillingly to the king. He looked so depressed and lonely. She knew the main story of the late queen. She could tell he was still heartbroken. As she slowly drifted off to sleep she wished he would be happy someday. Her goal was that someday he would greet her with a smile because no one deserves to live with a frown.
Thanks for reading the first chapter! If the second one is not out within the next... 3 days, then it won't be out till July. Sorry! Next week is vacation. Anyway... please review! You have no idea how much they mean to me!!
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