A/N I do not own any Sailor Moon characters. Who should be so lucky then Naoko

Takeuchi …

Also this is my first fan fiction so I apologize in advance if it will come out as

disappointing. And forgive my bad writing. If I make mistakes it is because English is not my first language.

For those UsaXMamo fans out there I can assure I am one of you, but I also love Diamond very much and I believe that him and Usagi would've made a great couple. So I'll try to create this story for them.

As for Mamoru, he will not be a part of my story. I took him out. Instead Malachite will take his place as the prince of Earth. Also Queen Beryl is Reye's mother and queen of Mars.

This story is mostly from Serena/Serenity's point of view.

I can see the "Blue Planet" from my balcony. As every time, to me watching, or more like staring to the night sky feels so magical that I can barely turn my eyes away. I hear only sounds of water from the garden fountains. It is indeed silent tonight. Awkward silence, I might add for it has been like these for almost two months now. My parents wont speak a word of it with me, but I know things are wrong. Never has my heart deceived me. Yes, the Moon, our home has kept its magic and beauty but every passing day I feel more and more sadness from our people and from my family. Are we in war? And if so, with whom? I fear we are and hope we aren't. A knock outside my chamber door dragged me from my thoughts. I sigh before answering.

"Come in."

I said still sadden by all that I cross my mind seconds ago. I respectfully greet Lady Luna, my dear protector. Even though all in our kingdom are strong enough to fight their own battles and us, from royal family are specially strong in the ways of magic, it is only thought suitable and a must, for I, the princess to have a protector. For this particular job Lady Luna was chosen eighteen years ago. My mother had a strong say when it came to this decision, for she had the same protector as a princess and after almost 100 years of serving our kingdom Lady Luna has become one of the most skillful warriors, mastering all magic ways.

"Serena, darling – she said using a name that only my family or dear friends call me – You went out on the terrace haven't you? – I only gave a small smile in order to admit – And in your night gown…"

She shook her head, in disappointment. I decided not to stress myself on the matter to much and just gave my usual innocent smile followed by an ever so sweetly look in my big blue eyes. As I expected it works, for she softens the exigent expression on her face.

"Come, child." – she says with a sight – "I know its late, but their majesties have requested your presence in the throne room."

"They have?..." – I said following Luna trough long corridors of the palace – "Its strange you know…"

She turns at me, failing to meet my gaze for I am looking down. But it is clear to her that thoughts and deep worry are narrowing my eyebrows. Not to mention the way I was nervously biting my finger, clearly shows that something is wrong. I am froze at this moment but very intrigue to talk, to ask. She is my trusted protector, one of my closest friends, therefore she must understand my need to know, to have answers. I look at her daring to speak my thoughts and fears.

"Is it a war, Luna?" – she is not answering immediately, so I go on – "I must know! Something has to be wrong, for our people are hiding, running away from the Moon! We grow poor… I am not blind, you know? Nor am I stupid!" – still no words, as if I have a statue in front of me – "Luna…, please… Even our magic grows weaker…" – I trailed of.

"Not your magic, my child." – finally she spoke – "Troubles are concerning this kingdom, but I'll say no more of it! It is the queen and king's wish for you to be as less informed upon this matter as possible!"

"It is unfair!" – I shouted – "Why! Am I not a part of this world?"

"So you are, princess, most important one for sure and this is why you must be protected! – she grabbed my wrist and softly pulled me forward – "Come now, and don't protest, you'll understand when the time comes. For the present it is better that no concern or any sort of trouble will affect you."

I start walking without protesting, but still I felt so much emptiness within my soul. I, princess Serenity, must live in ignorance for being *la tres important "piece" * of Moon kingdom. So it has come to a situation were I am to know nothing of my parents concern and distress. Partly I cannot fight so many questions and contradictions in my mind but partly I believe they must have a reason. My parents trust me and will tell if they consider I must know. But to be so protected that I am to be hidden inside my own chambers with no allowance even to walk trough the White Palace unaccompanied, then what great evil is threatening my parents? I fear for all lunarians. I fear for the king and queen, but I never thought that I should fear for myself… And why should I! I was raised to be brave. A small smile escapes my lips as memories of fight lessons with Lord Artemis come to my mind. Lady Luna taught me how to handle magic, but it was he who taught me how to handle the enemy. He had a strange way to be sure. I remember Luna being there most of the times, concerned for the way things my go. One lesson in particular I remember now, it was when Lord Artemis blankly told me : "What's the worst that could happen'? You could die. So fight with all your heart and know from the beginning that you have a chance to win! Never let go of that chance! Never stop fighting for what you believe in!" He had a strange way to make his point. The worst that could happen' would be to die. I am not afraid to fight and die but I am most terrified to die without getting my chance to fight.

I decided to play „the innocent card" with my parents in order to find a soft spot that I could lean on to, that could help me get answers, but as we enter the throne room it is my knees that get soften do to a certain dark prince, with white hair and deep indigo eyes. Yes, prince Demando of the Dark Moon... He was eighteen when we first met – my age now – and I was but thirteen. My first crush and my only one for sure, even though I must admit many suitors have come in the past two years. But none would make me feel like he does. By just looking at his perfect figure I feel my body melting from inside. I cannot explain the butterflies in my stomach, nor why I am uncontrollably shivering or why have I lost all courage being unable to meet his gaze. Why does he make me feel so weak and vulnerable? I have forgotten all reasoning and matters. I…

"Serena, child…"

I gasp, awaken by mother's sad voice and her warm embrace. Briefly I become aware of my surroundings. Mother is crying or at least she just has, father looks heart broken that it pains me to see his face… and him… he is so cold as if he knows no emotion.

Mother : "Isn't there another way?" – she says turning to Demando

Demando – letting out a cold, mocking laugh that frightens me - : "Do you think you can protect her?... She will die before you if she remains here!"

Artemis : "May I, my lord?" – said he entering the room. My father allowed him to enter. – "I have brought the crystal."

Mother : "Thank you, Lord Artemis."

She turns to assist him. I find myself trembling again. This time I was torn inside by a courage that brought me close to an emotional explosion.

Me : "I demand to know what's happening!" – I said between my teeth while trying to hold back small tears. I am frighten, I must admit.

Demando : "Great! She demands!" – he says with sarcasm that hurts me even more – "Last thing I need are your demands princess!"

Me : "How dare you?"

I receive no answer but an instant look. Another stare in to his indigo eyes and I am lost again. Damn! Why does he have such power over my senses? Hardly, I swallow, taking a step back.

Luna : "If I may, your majesty…" – she says addressing prince Demando – "Princess Serenity is not yet aware of the… war." – the last word came out more as a whisper.

Demando : "It is not of my concern. I am here neither to inform her nor to listen to her demands. I gave you all a choice. The war may not be lost for lunarians yet but I assure she is main target and she will die if she stays!"

Mother turns my attention, even though I am eager to stand up and stupidly scream my opinion on a matter still unknown to me.

Mother : "Here, child, I'm trusting you with the Silver Crystal now. Protect it as it will protect you and never let it go!"

Me : "The Crystal… but mother, I cannot imagine to take it away from the Moon! Our kingdom is already to weak!" – I cried – "No!" – I saidturning to face my father – "Whatever the matter is I shall not leave! I refuse!"

Demando – smiles scornfully – "If I must put up with this one more second, I shall change my mind."

Me : "Like I would care!" – I screamed – "You shouldn't have come in the first place!"

And then, just then, I felt my whole world collapsing as he slowly walks towards me. Ah! Were is your self control, Serena! My mind wants to scream, while my cheeks are burning like fire and I was bravely staring at… his feet… At his feet! Why can't I confront him? Can he feel my nervousness? Oh may, he is so close and what is he doing!

Demando – lifting my chin, he grins as I am not able to open my eyelids – Do you wish me to take her or not? – he addresses my father, not taking his eyes from me.

The king steps down from his throne. Finally! I cheer in my head. My father comes to rescue me from this mean, unmannered… sexy, gorgeous, with beautiful eyes, soft but strong touch and… and he smells so amazing and… Wait! What am I thinking of! That's it! Father is near us. I almost dare to smirk. Punish this rude man, father! Throw him in the dungeon until he learns to behave!

The King : "She will come with you…" – he sights as he puts his hand on my shoulder.

You tell him… Wait… What? I ask myself again. I see no salvation at this point as all around me seem to agree with this nonsense that I should be taken away from my home, my family, my friends…

Demando – releasing my chin from his hold – "Then its settled. I will let you say your goodbyes and wait for her in the garden. She must come alone. Make sure she is dressed and looks like a servant! – he demanded – We can never be to careful on this matter. While she is with me none of you would try to contact her or come to see her. I will make sure any approach of that kind will be paid by death. In other words you'll die trying. – and then he grins at his horrible joke – When the problems will be over hopefully you'll get to see your child and princess again."

He then disappears, but I have other problems to process, partly acknowledging what was happening. So there is a war, and it is rather dangerous for me, being I am main target as I understood… And they all want me away.

Me : "I wish they would give me more credit…"

The King : "Serenity?"

Me – I gasp as my inner thoughts came out without realizing – "I… Well its what I think!" – there; I startled them – "You do not trust that I can fight for myself! Do you believe that hiding is what I want!"

The King : "We have no time for what you want!" – I stare at him frightened – "Its what you need that matters now." – he softens his voice seeing my shock – "And what we need… what you need, my child is to be safe…"

He tries to stroke my hair but I jerk myself away still hurt by all that is happening around me. Mother comes near me and I let her touch my shoulder from behind.

Me : "Safe? You…want… me… to be safe! – my voice is quivering as I hold back tears – And what about this war! What will happen if I never see you again?… What! Do you think I will wish myself alive then? Cause if that is the case then you couldn't be more wrong!"

Mother – turns me to face her as she puts both her hands on my shoulders – "Serenity, we know you are brave and strong and that you can fight your own battles. We also know that you would never choose hiding as an option, but at this point we need you to trust us!" – she cried – "This time your heart must be strong enough to wait until we say it is time for you to come back! – she looks deeply in myeyes - Do you trust us, Serenity? Do you trust your parents?"

She had such honesty in her words. Of course I trust them. Maybe they are being overprotective but still they never taught me to hide, therefore if they send me away it must be different this time, so yes, I trust in their judgments and will comply to their whishes.

I said farewell to everyone dear to me before heading alone to the palace gardens. Using magic I changed myself into a servant as "his royal darkness" requested. How I miss my beautiful long hair and buns, now that it is brown and reaches just to my shoulders… But as the ones that love me decided, I have to hide. Hopefully I can change into my old self again after we get to "creepy planet" I mean the Dark Moon…

*la tres important piece (French) = the most important piece (part)*