Hi everyone I am updating early so that you can start to get a feel for the story. I guess an explanation is due to describe what kind of creatures these are. So first off they are not vampires. Maybe with similar characteristics but they aren't. They are immortal beings which have superior strength, speed, and animalistic behaviour also being able to change form. I call them the Bestia (Latin word for beast but it sounds cooler). There are three levels of the Bestia, there are:

The pessum: this is the lowest level. These are crueler and less able to control their emotions. At first provocation they will change into their animal like form. (Dark thick fur, red eyes, doglike form but bigger). They mostly prefer their animal form to their human one. They love the smell of blood.

The medius: this levelis stronger than the pessum level. Some pessum escalate to this level with control and time. They have more control over their powers. Their form is not restricted to that of a beast but they can also take the form of other dark creatures. Their decision to change forms varies. They have some control over the pessum.

The superficies: this is the strongest level. They are superior to both of the other levels and have control over the realm. All of their abilities are not known but it has been said that they can also change form however rare. Their power is great, so it is not necessary. Their eyes have also been known to change colour due to strong emotion and they have the ability to change the environment they are in. For example if you are in a room with them and lets say they are angry the power they emit causes you to feel that emotion like cold, afraid etc. (As the story goes on you will be able to see more of the abilities)

Now one last thing, Serena and Endymion are in this chapter, though it is more Serena and only a little glimpse of Endymion. Hint Ok now on with the story!

P.S: I don't own Sailormoon

Memories

She was running, running...

"Everyone should be safe now right? Everyone..."

Where was she? How did she get here? Wasn't she somewhere before?

Oh yeah now she remembered...,

"Serena...Serena..."

"Serena! Aren't you ready yet?"

"Yes mom, give me a minute" Serena called back.

"You said that five minutes ago"



"Fine I'm ready. Let's go" she answered back. But not before she added the final touches to her outfit. Her medallion, the most prized possession she owned. It was a family heirloom which she wore on a chain around her neck. Her father had given it to her on her last birthday and now she wore it everywhere. Serena wore a light blue summer dress that came just to her knees, along with a pair of strapped up blue sandals, completing the outfit with her necklace which fell just between the V of her neckline. Her waist length hair was let down and had a few blue flowers in it, just prefect. She had gotten most of her looks from her mother; one of the most outstanding features was her hair. They both were blonde, while her dad had brown hair. Serena gave herself one last look over in the mirror, absentmindedly running her hand over the engravings of her chain before she headed down stairs.

"Finally, I thought you would never finish" Dana Cherwell said with a laughing look on her face.

"I told you to go ahead, I know the way there" replied Serena

"No Serena, I told you already I don't want you wondering around the place"

"Mom, why are you and Dad always acting like a monster is going to jump out of the bushes and take me away." "Don't tell me you believe all those ghost stories Grandpa use to tell, I mean I am fourteen years old. I am a big girl."

"Serena, this is no time for jokes, just listen to me for once. Okay?"

"Okay, okay"

"Good, now lets get going your dad must be wondering where we are" her mother replied cheerfully.

She was running, running...

Serena was excited, this was the first time she was visiting the family estate. Her mom had mentioned that she had brought her when she was a baby but she would have been too young to remember. It was beautiful there. The air was fresh and the scenery seemed to stretch for miles. Calloway was a sight to behold.

Calloway was full of mystery and intrigues, the type you wouldn't find in a normal small town. It also had a rich history, her family's history, going all the way back to her ancestor James Cherwell. She couldn't wait to find out more about him. She had heard stories that he was a warrior. Yup, she had a lot of exploring to do. That was if she could escape the watchful eyes of her parents but that was a plan to be plotted later. Right now her head was full of other things.

They were on their way to Calloway's local celebration which took place every five years in commemoration of some battle or another, she really couldn't remember, she was too excited. All she knew was that it was going to be fun. Her dad had mentioned that two of the neighbouring towns even participated. It was a good opportunity to make some friends. Serena and her mom had taken a carriage because her mother said it would be easier than driving and that carriages were still widely used there. It was all about the experience.



Finally, they arrived, it had only been a short ride but it had felt like forever. The excitement and the laughter could be heard before it came into view.

She was running, running...

It seemed like the whole town was there, everyone was talking and greeting each other. The whole scene was the most charming she had ever seen. It was located in a wide clearing cushioned right by the border of the forest. It was decorated with balloons; there were stalls, booths, an open activity section and a whole line of carriages surrounding the area. It looked like one of those country fairs you saw on television with all the carriages and horses.

"It is a tradition" Serena's mother said. "It gives it the feel it would have had all those years ago"

"Oh" Serena replied. As soon as the carriage stopped she immediately began to explore each booth. She saw her father along the way; he was in deep conversation with a group of men she didn't know.

He noticed her presence; he smiled, waved and went back to his discussion. He was the greatest. He always seems to know when she was around.

She walked over to a booth that had the most delicious looking pies. "Hmm, looks delicious" Serena couldn't help but say.

"There are, why don't you try one?"

Serena turned around and came face to face with a handsome young boy. He looked around two years older than her.

"Maybe..." Serena replied shyly

"There is no need to be shy. Let me introduce myself, my name is Adam Donsfield, nice to meet you."

"Oh, hi I am..."

"Serena Cherwell, I know" Adam cut in with a grin.

"How do you know that" Serena asked.

"This town is a close knit town, everyone shares information and besides my father has worked for your family for years or rather I should say my family has, goes back generations."

"Wow, I am really anxious to find out more about Calloway" Serena cheerfully replied.

"Well if there are any questions just ask" Adam replied with a smile.

"Oh and it is nice to meet you Adam"

"Same here"

Adam was wonderful; although they had just met it was as if they had been friends forever. She was really having a good time with added bonuses like Adam smile and the pie! Oh it couldn't get any better than this.



She was running, running...no...

The wind began to blow with a chill, Serena shivered. It had been warm just a minute ago. She looked around, it seemed outside had changed in just a few moments. Everything was still, quiet and somehow a bit darker. When had it become like this? Maybe she was having too much fun to notice.

"Hey Adam, it looks as if it is going to rain, doesn't it? Adam, Adam...?" Adam was no longer smiling; he had this serious look on his face.

"Serena I think it is best if you go back to your carriage"

"Don't worry, it might blow over"

"Serena, bear with me for a moment please!" When Serena saw the look in his eyes she knew that something wasn't right"

"Ok I will" she whispered

"Promise me you will go straight there" in saying so he had grabbed hold of her shoulders and gave her a little squeeze.

"I promise" she replied

Satisfied he nodded and turned and quickly made his way through the crowd.

"What's going on?" Serena muttered to herself. But she didn't waste anytime. Her steps were quick as she weaved in and out of the crowd. She was almost there when she heard it. A shrill scream that sent chills down her spine. It was quickly followed by shouting, lots of it and people barking what sounded like orders.

Then it happened in one mad rush.

Like a stampede everyone started to push in the same direction. Serena had no chose but to move with the crowd.

"DAD, DADDY!" Serena recognised her father just beyond the crowd.

He looked around immediately. "Serena!"

With his help she was able to break free of the rush and by that time she was out of breath. "Dad, what's going on?" Somehow she could feel the fear rising up inside her.

"Serena, look at me" Sam Cherwell urged. "I need you to stay calm alright; we need to get these people out of here"

"Why" Serena asked frantically

"It's not safe" he stated simply. "Help me get them on their way, its ok sweetie; I just need your help right now"

"Ok dad"



"Be as fast as possible and when you are finished leave as well" Sam Cherwell instructed

"What about mom" Serena inquired

"She's fine; she'll be waiting for you by the carriage. Hurry"

Her father gave her a kiss on the forehead then turned swiftly and disappeared into the crowd. It was only then that she realized what he was holding. It was a weapon, an engraved dagger covered in blood.

Serena made haste and began helping children onto carriages. A few people were hurt due to the mad rush at the beginning. Some were still shouting and screaming but Serena was completely calm now, she knew what she had to do. There was this stillness inside of her as would be expected from someone with experience in these situations.

After a while, most of the carriages had left only a few people remained that were now mounting horses.

"Serena lets go" It was her mom. Their carriage was now loaded with people from town.

"Coming" she replied but she stopped. She could hear whimpering, no it was crying.

"Serena lets go!"

"Mom, you go on ahead, get those people out of here. I'll be fine there are still horses left, don't worry."

"Serena there is no time" her mother replied worriedly

"Mom you go, I have to make sure of something. I'll be right behind you"

"Serena..." At that moment Dana Cherwell saw the determined look on her daughter's face.

"You are just like your father"

Serena smiled and turned and went in the opposite direction. She heard her mother tell her to be careful just before the pounding of hooves told her that her mother was gone.

"I'll be there soon" Serena whispered

Where was it? She knew she heard something but where was it?

Ah here it is. Her gut was right. It was a little girl no more than eight crouched between two stalls.

"Sweetie, what are you doing here, come on it's not safe."

"I'm... sorry... I was... scared." Was all the little girl could manage to say between sobs.

"That's fine. What's your name?"

"Molly"



"Ok Molly we have to leave now ok everything is going to be okay, your parents are probably worried by now"

"Ok"

They were the last ones there it seemed. Serena seated Molly on one of the horses. "Ride straight home and don't stop for anything"

"Alright"

"That's a good girl" Serena said just before she slapped the horse and sent it thundering down the road.

"Now it's time for me to get out of here" Serena ran over to the last horse and was about to mount it when...

"Oh" was all that came out of her mouth as the wind got knocked out of her.

"I'm sorry but I need this horse" shouted a strangled voice.

The last thing she remembered was the thundering of hooves as the person sped away and everything went black.

Serena opened her eyes, everything was silent, and no one was around. She had no idea how long she was out for, a minute, maybe ten. It didn't matter, she had to leave. She didn't like this feeling, this ominous feeling. Even the trees seemed to have sensed it because they were completely still.

Where should she go? If she used the road she came by maybe she could still make it in time. She had to run.

She was running. "I have to get back" Serena had never run so fast in her life. She had to be close, she was sure of it.

Then something came alive behind her. Serena stopped and slowly turned around. Serena couldn't believe what she was seeing. It was a monster that was the only word she could find for it. It was big; about as tall as she was, it had dark fur covering its body, red eyes and those teeth. Those teeth are what got Serena's attention.

What ever it was she didn't want to know. She slowly backed away trying not to make any sudden movement. But it still came, stalking its prey. She should run. It pounced. Landing fully on top of her, growling, sneering. First at her necklace, then at her, when finally their eyes met it seemed more enraged. Was this how it was going to end?

But then its attention wasn't on her anymore. There was something in the trees. Serena didn't see it at first, but then she see saw it. Their eyes locked. Whatever it was it had the most brilliant blue eyes. Those eyes, those eyes...



Serena shot up in bed. She was covered in sweat, her breathing was harsh. Her dreams seemed to be mocking her lately, memories of the past just started all of a sudden. All the excitement, the fear and anxiety she felt that day seemed so real as if it was happening again. That day the town of her heart was transformed. It was that day something inside of her awakened, an instinct. Afterwards she had started her training. A smile came to her lips as she remembered how proud her dad was when he told her she was a natural. But he was gone, two years now.

It was also five years since that time, five years since they had reappeared. They had always been there but before they had been discreet. Then it seems they decided to make their presence known.

Five years, and now it was time to face it head on. Five years and now it was time to go back to Calloway.

Ok guys the story is now starting to get into full swing. Review! Let me know how it is going!