Yet another chapter. So, what occurred with this chapter is what always happens to someone when writing. I had a prior document of this chapter that was pretty much complete. Uhh..I completely lost that version. Luckily, though, I found my first copy and thus my rough draft of it in my AIM log. Those things are fracking fantastic. Saves me numerous times! Anyway, yeah. Enjoy your stay on this chapter.

Notice:
1) The Crystal Palace is being described to the best of my ability. And I don't do any justice to its beauty.

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UNTITLED
CHAPTER II

BY: AMI-CHAN
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110TH CENTURY, 25869 NT

"We're here today in front of the remains of what used to be the great Crystal Palace of the Silver Millennium. However, as you can see,"

The camera panned out as it gave a better view of the Crystal Palace. Its complete majestic structure was no longer evident, as the palace had disappeared throughout the many decades. What was left of it was still an exquisite thing to see, but not in its entire glory as the Crystal Palace was reduced to being half towers and half pillars of pure crystal. The largest of them was the middle stronghold of the building.

Partially submerged into the clear water that surrounded it, the Crystal Palace shimmered brightly under the gleam of the evening sun in a blue-hue haze. The entrance was nowhere to be found, though the windows were exposed. It seemed to be the only openings of the building, but it was well protected against intruders who had any thoughts of stealing artifacts from the historical monument.

"It was once said that no one could enter the Crystal Palace unless they contained the blood of the Silver Millennium." The reporter continued, giving a small glance to the structure behind her and returning her eyes to the camera.

"Those that were accepted into the Crystal Palace were the Supreme Monarchs, their daughter, and the beloved Senshi of the respective times. However, ever since the death of the last sovereign of the 70th century, due to a successful assassination scheme, anyone has been able to walk the very halls of the Crystal Palace where past royals have walked upon themselves. But the Crystal Palace has been, what scientists have concluded for many years, collapsing gradually into the ground. Fortunately, as this occurs, none of the surrounding homes or buildings are harmed."

"Whatever has caused this to happen is unknown. Scientists have been working for many centuries to discover why and what has occurred to the Crystal Palace and have come up with no results whatsoever. Some have speculated it is some supernatural presence causing this, though the scientists have continually denied it."

"Whatever the reason - everyone is still awed by the great history that remains in Tokyo and are pleased that it will not be disappearing any time soon."

"Wonderful report, Tanaka-san." The screen abruptly changed back to the station, the Channel 5 News Logo rotating in the corner, "As we return to the station, the Annual An-"

The hologram changed into another program, the finger of the one holding the remote lingering on the button as it changed the channel.

"Ah! Mouu! Ikuko-chan! I was watching that!" A pearly-haired fourteen year old chirped, her arms across her chest with a pout.

Ikuko giggled, "Oh, come on. You've been watching the news all day just to see every channel's report on the Crystal Palace. Aren't you sick of it already?"

"It's the day before the anniversary," Ikuko continued, "and you always do this. You're fourteen already - you'd think you'd stop getting so excited about the AAHR, Selenity-chan."

Selenity huffed, "I can't help it! It's just... Aren't you at all curious how the Crystal Palace came about? Or just the whole monarchy of the royal line? I mean...I know we learn about it in school - but there's just got to be more! I know it!"

Ikuko smiled slyly and looked to Selenity, "Ne...it's not because...you...dream about being the Lunarian Queen yourself?! I mean, you are named Selenity, after all."

"Naoko, technically." Selenity corrected, "Selenity gets everyone's panties in a bunch. For good reason! I've never understood why my parents called me Selenity!" Selenity began brushing her long silver hair with her fingers as she watched the television absently. Then she shook her head and continued, "Besides - no. I don't fantasize about something so utterly ridiculous. Me? A queen? The world would end."

"I don't think so," Ikuko murmured as she settled on the couch, "I think the world would be okay with you being Queen. More than okay, actually. The world would probably be better... Probably better than it ever was under the Silver Millennium."

Selenity stared at Ikuko in surprise at her words.

"What are you looking at me like that for?" Ikuko admonished.

"No...nothing. I'm just... You never talk to me like this." Selenity murmured.

"Like what?"

"Like...this!" Selenity huffed, unable to explain herself.

"Well, you're always falling. And never eating right, either. Or sleep properly, staying up late all the time. And you're always using your money for games at the Crown Center. And...jeez. Too much. God only knows how the hell your child is going to end up, Selenity-chan. Being the way you are. Maybe I'll have to raise her with you to make sure she's brought up properly."

Selenity pouted, "I'll be okay without you, you know! Don't make it seem like I'll ruin her life!"

"Her?" Ikuko raised an eyebrow, looking at her. "Why not a him? Huh? Why not? Sexist suddenly?"

Selenity flushed, "It just slipped out. It came out naturally."

"You're so strange, Selenity-chan. Now, come on. Help me make dinner. Okaa-san is coming home later tonight, so she won't be cooking us anything."

"I'm so lazy though! Can't you do it alone? I'll do chores next week!"

"As tempting as that is...no! Now, come on. Get off your lazy butt and help me out!"

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For anyone confuddled thus far, things will possibly get more complex later on or get cleared up. I can clarify that this Selenity within this chapter is Queen Selenity/Serenity from the manga in the first volume. And "Naoko" was given to her, on behalf of Naoko Takeuchi. And there's one more time jump and I assure you, that is it. I know time travel is a bit rough. I watch Doctor Who. nods

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A M I - B A K A - C H A N