A/N: I need to stop starting new stories like this, but my mind is just going on overload with ideas. If I don't write them down, they'll be gone, so here goes.

Warnings: With this story I'm trying out a new writing style. The first two chapters of this story are actually going to take two separate events during the DBZ saga and tell aspects of it out-of-order from the point of view of a relatively unknown Sailor Moon character, Kousagi, before introducing a concrete beginning that starts from the points of view of the other characters or in third person as well as Kousagi herself. Also, aspects of Kousagi's personality as well as her physical appearance have been slightly altered as well as pieces of her back-story which I'll introduce later on. In hindsight, this version of Kousagi created by me and my friend Princesa De la Luna could be counted as an OC to some degree, but not enough to actually be called one. So, she's basically an alternate version of herself...if that makes any sort of sense. If it doesn't...well, I tried.

Special thanks to Princesa De La Luna and Pyromania 101 for inspiring this story.

Disclaimer: I do not own Sailor Moon or Dragoball Z

Crimson Shakugan

Chapter 1

Quandary

It had started out as a completely normal day for the people of the Earth. The sun was shining brightly in the big blue sky, the waves of the ocean were lapping at the shores of the sandy beaches, children were playing in the sand, reckless teens were surfing the slightly turbulent waves, and laughs echoed the whistling wind. In the city, people went about their business, others simply walked around enjoying ice cream cones and smoothies. Impatient drivers were yelling a bit angrily as they swerved around drivers who were calmly cruising the road, enjoying the nice spring weather. Butterflies were dancing through the air, their beautiful wings taking them higher and higher. Everything was perfectly peaceful.

Of course, nothing was ever completely peaceful in my life. Even so, I had become accustomed to fighting all the time thanks to the people I dejectedly hung around, though honestly, I was actually happy to be back with them for the day. I was happy to enjoy the festivities as well as the silly exchanges between them as the World Martial Arts Tournament went underway. I, along with many of my crazy friends, had entered, sweeping through the preliminary round without any trouble at all.

Excitement had filled me. For once I could soak up the bounties of life instead of brooding over the sins of my past. Today, I had intended to live life to the to fullest, to make fond memories with the people I loved, and then say goodbye once more to walk a separate path from them.

It was never supposed to turn out like this.

Terrified screams echoed throughout the stands after a ki blast had blown a hole through the stadium for the second time. Smoke filled the air, the wreckage and obvious bloodshed swirling around me and my friends...

Friends who were now preparing to fight each other.

It wasn't a new thing for Vegeta to challenge Goku to a battle. The Saiyan prince was always adamant about proving himself, always proclaiming that he was the strongest warrior of his nearly extinct race. The words falling from his lips as he screamed at the Supreme Kai were words I had heard him speak long before this moment, but now the words are fueled with pure hatred and disgust for the Saiyan raised on Earth. Pent up rage was finally being released onto the unsuspecting spectators in the stands.

Then there was Goku, having transformed into a Super Saiyan, was staring coldly at his greatest rival with an uncharacteristic scowl on his face as he clenched his hands into tight fists. Though he had asked Babadi to transport us to a place away from people, I felt that he may as well fight in the stadium with everyone watching.

The reason: because with Vegeta's mind being controlled, their fight will supply energy to a monster that holds the potential to destroy not only Earth but the entire universe. How I knew this wasn't just because of the Supreme Kai's words. No, words would have never been enough to convince me that something so deadly could actually exist.

But that monster does exist.

I can feel the endless void of pulsating energy below my feet, deep down beneath the Earth's crust. I know without a doubt that if I allow this battle to occur, the monster will awaken and all will be lost. Everything I've done up until now to protect this world rendered meaningless in the process.

This reason is the sole purpose for standing between the two men who had become like fathers to me, knowing that there isn't any way to stop them once their minds are set on a fight, especially one so personal for them. All I know at this moment is that I have to try something. I have to do something to put an end to this fight before it can begin.

Goku's teal gaze bores into mine, his hand already positioned in my direction, mere seconds standing in the way of being blasted with a deadly ki blast. "Don't get in the way, Kousagi."

Shaking my head I take a battle stance, readying myself for what I would have to do, the sins I would have to commit to ensure the safety of the people dearest to my heart and all the citizens of the planet.

I hated knowing that more blood was about to be poured on my hands, but as Sailor Earth, I still have a duty to uphold. It no longer matters that Goku has saved this world time and time again or that I see him and Vegeta as family. The undeniable truth in the matter is this fact.

If they fight, this planet is history. Despite everyone's belief that everything can be fixed, that every sin can be eradicated by using the mystical Dragonballs, I know that this world will face destruction by the hands of this monster called Majin Buu.

Understanding Goku and Vegeta's desires of settling the score once and for all makes no difference to me now. I will protect this world no matter the cost.

For that end, I'm prepared to sacrifice my life, my humanity, the lessons I've learned, and the relationships that have held me together through the toughest years of my life.

The past flashes before my eyes, reminding me of just how much these people have changed me and yet how little I've affected them. Perhaps I'm selling myself too short. It's a habit I inherited in my early childhood days. In those times I was loved by few and hated by the majority. Automatically I assumed it was because of personal iniquities, but in actuality people were blaming me for an event I held no control over and for a time I shared in their hatred of me.

Sometimes I still do. Old habits die hard I suppose.

Even so, there's one thing that has always spurned me on. More than the love for my family and the friends I've made here.

My duty to the Earth

The planet has no feelings for itself or anything else, but it is full of energy and life. The planet has no emotions; therefore, it cannot hate or love but simply exists. This world continues to live on throughout the human experience, it existed before human experience and will probably live long after it ends. Nature is the most beautiful thing to me, from the shapes of the land to the oceans, from the vast valleys to the tallest mountains, from the sunny days to the most vicious of storms...everything about Earth fascinates and excites me. I can feel each tectonic plate moving underneath me and enjoy every season.

My connection to Earth gave me purpose in a life that felt meaningless and still does now. As much as I love my friends...they could never hope to give what the Earth has given me...except maybe...


A/N: And that's the first chapter. That's the first narrative. One more before the official beginning of the story. Trust me, the actual beginning and what follows will be worth it. Thanks for reading and I hope you enjoyed the first chapter. Feel free to review. (I absolutely adore them and feel free to leave constructive criticism too.)

Also, because I just feel like it. I'm going to advertise some other stories (DBZ centric) by different authors that I've found enjoyable on this site.

1. Unspoken~ by Faded Colors
There was always something about him that made her stay. Keiko knew it would never be simple with Goku, but she couldn't get away. Goku/OC
Rated: T- English - Romance/Adventure - Goku - Chapters: 44 - Words: 243,983 - Reviews: 277 - Favs: 128 - Follows: 94 - Updated: 01-09-13 - Published: 12-19-11 - Status: Complete - id: 7651897

2. In the End~ by The Red Habanero
The look didn't suit a Saiyan, but Goku was always a special case. "You have beaten me once again, Kakarot. Even in death." Oneshot.
Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Friendship - Vegeta & Goku - Words: 1,033 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 12 - Published: 12-31-12 - Status: Complete - id: 8857948

Buu Saga: How It Should Have Been~ by HHR2b23
Gohan had defeated Cell, and the world is safe, but how will Gohan be able to defend the earth when Chi Chi insists he studies? How will he convince Chi Chi to allow him to fight? And how will this affect what happens when an ancient evil arises?
Rated: K+ - English - Adventure - Gohan & Videl - Chapters: 11 - Words: 62,749 - Reviews: 150 - Favs: 116 - Follows: 140 - Updated: 10-17-12 - Published: 06-14-12 - id: 8218884

All the above stories are great! If you love DBZ, check them out! That's all for me at this time. I'll be back with chapter two later today!