Chapter Two

The Relationship

Serenity stood in front of the mirror, inspecting her outfit for her date with Bruce. She wore a dark blue dress that fell a little below the knees, with a halter top. Matching heels decorated her feet. A knock on the door pulled her way from the mirror.

When she opened the door, she was greeted by a dozen of the most beautiful red roses she had seen. "Oh, Bruce, they're beautiful!"

He smiled behind the flowers "I'm glad you like them." He handed her the flowers in a vase.

"Come in, while I put these somewhere," she backed away from the door, taking the roses to the bedroom.

"How do you like my hotel?" Bruce asked inspecting the room.

"I only have one small complaint," she replied walking out of the bedroom.

"Oh?"

"No gym."

Bruce cocked an eyebrow. "A gym?"

Serenity laughed. "I need to keep my girlish figure somehow, and I love food far too much to diet."

"Well, I have a gym at my mansion; you're more than welcome to use it if you'd like."

"Thank you." She grabbed her purse and took Bruce's offered arm. "Shall we?"

"We shall."

"Tell me more about this legend," Bruce said at dinner.

Serenity smiled. "What is it about that legend that intrigues you so?"

"Your paintings were so realistic; where did you get the ideas for them?"

"They had cameras 300 years ago, some of it I pulled from the pictures I could find, and the rest I just made up. There aren't many pictures of her, since she moved mostly at night; much like your Batman."

"What of the Princess of the Moon stuff?"

"That's just part of the legend." She giggled. "It's just a story, it doesn't have to make sense."

Bruce laughed as well, "I suppose that's true."

Over the next few days Sailor Cosmos continued to go out at night to help Batman clean up the streets. They didn't talk much, yet they worked together flawlessly. She found herself almost drawn to him. He reminded her in some ways of Tuxedo Mask. Though he was much more quiet, and brooding, and when she thought about it, nothing like Mamoru at all. But she enjoyed working with him.

Serenity had been using the gym in Wayne Manor quite often. Her 100 years on the alien planet had taught her to always train to get better; and she enjoyed it. Bruce had always left her alone, understanding the need to be alone and blow off steam.

Serenity exited the changing room to see Bruce standing in front of her.

"Mind if I join you?" He asked.

She smiled. "Sure."

They entered the gym together. Bruce took off his shirt and Serenity couldn't help but stare.

"You ok?" He asked.

She blushed and looked away. "Yeah." She placed her towel on the bench and turned to face Bruce. She wore a white sports bra and black leggings.

Bruce's mouth dropped at the sight of her. This woman was gorgeous. Her bare midriff showed a perfect six pack. And her arms and legs bore muscles as well.

"Like what you see?" Serenity asked.

Bruce blushed. "Sorry."

Serenity laughed. "Well, if I'm being honest, I was a little shocked myself. Would you like to spar?"

"I don't think you could keep up with me," Bruce said.

"Try me," Serenity challenged, walking to the large mat in the middle and taking a fighting stance.

He met her in the middle of the mat, analyzing her stance. He lunged at her first, only to find himself lying on the floor.

Serenity giggled. "Weren't expecting that, were you?"

Bruce rubbed the back of his head. "I guess I'll have to take you more seriously."

She smiled. "You'd be surprised."

The two sparred for quite some time, still going when they were dripping with sweat. The moon rose outside the mansion before Bruce once again found himself on the floor, Serenity's foot to his neck.

Panting Serenity smiled. "Got you!" She stepped back, and offered Bruce a hand up. Walking over to the bench and her towel she sighed. "I haven't had a spar like that in a long time." She tossed Bruce his towel and took a drink of water.

Bruce wiped his face and head. "Where did you learn to fight like that?"

"From the best group of fighters, I have ever met," she replied. "Where did you learn?"

"The league of assassins," he walked up to her. "I never would have pegged you for a fighter."

She smiled up at him, her blue eyes sparkling. "There are many things you don't know about me, Mr. Wayne."

"Well, I'd like the chance to get to know them," he said moving closer to her. Their lips met for the first time since they'd begun seeing each other. The kiss deepened, and Serenity nearly melted under the passion she felt, it had been a long time since she had been kissed.

She pulled away and looked down at the floor. "I need to go." She turned to leave.

"Serenity, wait." Bruce placed his hands on her shoulder. "I would like for you to come stay here in the mansion with me. There are plenty of extra rooms, and you'll be able to use the gym whenever you'd like. We also have a room you can set up your painting things. It's pointless for you to keep spending money."

She turned to face him. "I don't know."

"No pressure. I won't force you into something you don't want to do. I just enjoy spending time with you and would like to do it more often."

Serenity thought for a moment. "Ok, I'll come."

"Great!" He kissed her again quickly.

"So, every year Wayne Enterprises puts on this huge Halloween party," Bruce told Serenity one afternoon.

"And?" Serenity looked up from the canvas in front of her.

"I would love if you would come with me," he explained. "And if you don't mind, I'd like to dress up as two of the characters from your paintings."

A look of concern crossed her face; did he know about her? "Why?"

"As the founder of the party, I make it my goal to have one of the best and unique costume, and I know nobody will dress up as your characters," he explained.

She let out a sigh of relief and smiled. "That would be great."

He grinned. "I want yours to be a surprise, but I will send a tailor to get your measurements."

A few weeks later she stood in front of the full-length mirror in her room. "He would pick this," she said to herself. Staring back at her, was Princess Serenity. The fabric was soft and white as freshly fallen snow, and it sparkled ever so slightly. The empire waist pulled back with a ribbon that went all the way down the back of her dress. The golden circlets were delicate and subtle. The only difference was, Bruce had made the dress sleeveless. She giggled as she realized Bruce had made the perfect blend of her Princess dress and the dress she would have worn as Neo Queen Serenity.

Her hair was pulled up in her classic buns in each side, a style she had scarcely worn since the night she became Cosmos; a tiara rest in the middle. Bruce had even gotten her crescent moon earrings and necklace.

There was a knock at the door, and Bruce entered. Serenity's breath caught, and her heart began to pound. He looked exactly like Tuxedo Mask. Down to the pendant Mamoru used to wear.

"How do I look?" Bruce asked walking up to her.

"Amazing," Serenity breathed.

"You are stunning," Bruce said taking her hand and kissing it. He offered her his arm. "Shall we, Princess."

"So, Princess," Bruce said as they danced slowly together, later that evening. "What is it you want to do with your life?"

"I'm a painter," she giggled.

"With a lot of money," Bruce whispered.

"I want to help heal the world," she said. "I want to help those who can't help themselves; to lower crime and increase happiness, I just want the people of this planet to live happy, healthy lives." Serenity blushed and looked at the floor. "Sounds silly, doesn't it?"

Bruce lifted her chin to look up at him. "I don't think that's silly at all." He pulled her into a deep and passionate kiss.

The party continued late into the night, everything running smoothly. Serenity and Bruce headed back to Wayne manor late. Helping Serenity out of the car Bruce pulled her into another passionate kiss. She all but melted into the man dressed like Tuxedo Mask. She moaned happily.

Taking her hand Bruce led her up to his room, kissing her as often as possible. The door slammed shut beneath their weight as he once again kissed her passionately. His hands traveled to the back of her dress untying it, soon finding the zipper and dropping her dress to the ground.

For the first time in 250 years, Serenity gave in to her desires.

Now that Serenity and Bruce have slept together what is going to happen? Find out next time, and please, review!

Gohaun