What if you knew the next day you would die. Would you do things different? Serena Tuskino did, and when tomorrow comes she'll find love and a reason to live. SD pairing

(Edited, Seriously some is different and it makes it better) Ch2: Night / Morning at the Arcade

I woke up with a hot and sticky body. I only get like this when I'm frightened. And right now, I'm scared out of my mind. What if that voice was telling the truth? What if tomorrow I would die? No more Sailor Moon, no more school, no more yelling, no more responsibility…what am I thinking? This is the answer to my prayers, but not really what I had in mind. I mean, I do want to get away from it all, but…I never looked towards death as the way out.

But it probably doesn't matter I bet none of my friends would really care, or even the jerk Darien. My family would probably rejoice knowing that they will only have Jenny the perfect daughter, and not me to bring our family even more shame. They all think I'm stupid, clumsy, and irresponsible. Just a waste of Oxygen. Okay, not actually that but I'm sure one of them has thought of that once or twice.

I'm just so sick of them always thinking that way of me. When I die, that's what they'll only remember. Just for once I want to prove them wrong, by showing a different side of me. But it's not like they would care anyways I guess. Well then, I don't want to prove it to them anymore, but for me. I just want to believe in myself and be confident for my last day here.

A quickly devised tomorrows plan, then set my alarm clock for 6:30 AM. Which is in… FOUR HOURS! Sweet. After finshing that, I pounced to bed and as soon as I came in contact with my soft, cushiony mattress I fell asleep.

Morning

Beep! Beep! Beep! That stupid noise continued to buzz in my ear. I was ready to smash my alarm clock into bits and pieces when my fate buzzed into my ears, "Tomorrow could be your last day on earth, live it for all it's worth. But only if you choose to fight lady Beryl, if not expect your world to face the worst peril. You will die saving the world you know, and to live once again you need…" Oh. I forgot about that. Heh heh. Wait, she said there's a chance I could live again… Who cares. I hate my life as much as it hates me.

I tilted my head in bed to face my alarm clock; it was now 6:45. Note that this is the earliest I've ever been up, EVER! I groggily forced myself up, this was harder then I thought. Once I jumped into the shower, I was awake. Cold water can just do wonders for you. When I exited, my new dilemma was what to wear. Hmmm… maybe today I should wear something a little special. Ah, I don't have anything cute! I mean, my clothes are all plain. Then I remembered my Birthday was in two weeks and Auntie Lynn always sent my presents early. Hehehehe! I tip toed down stairs wishing no one was aware of my presence yet. Ah-ha! I spotted a brown package by the door that I assumed was mine. I quickly snatched and ran up the stairs, quietly. Okay, I sounded like a stampede of elephants but I was just so gosh darn excited.

When I ripped through the package that was clearly addressed to me, I wanted to scream. But I stopped myself. I pulled out the amazing ensemble slowly, taking in it's beauty. The outfit was just too cute. It was faded jean bermuda shorts, and spaghetti strap brown tank top with this exotic pattern covering it. I knew what would just complete this outfit, those brown pumps I was looking forward to wearing at my Aunt's wedding this summer. I mean I might as well get some use out of them. The next on my to-do list was make up. But eyeing the clock I knew I shouldn't take long since I needed to make my exit soon. I did more then the usual lip gloss, for once I added a touch of blush on my cheeks, some gold shimmery eye shadow, and a little soft black Maybelline mascara. This was far from the hoe's make up at our school, but not enough to make me actually look pretty for once.

It was 7:15, and I was ready to leave this house. Luckily her Mom was back in her bedroom and her dad left at 7. I could easily slip. I decided to skip breakfast and get a chocolate milkshake at the arcade. Andrew at least cares for me; he's probably the only one.

I walked all the way to the arcade with no tripping, or falling, and best of all no Darien run-ins. No, wait. I must think positive about him. He's a… well what's good about him? He's hot, yes, I admit it, he is. Next, ummmm, maybe if I'm nice to him I can figure out some more good qualities. The last time I saw him was yesterday… I felt my whole body shudder as I relived that argument. This was going to be tougher then I thought.

My mind eased more when I entered the arcade and Andrew's contagious smile that brightened the whole room greeted me. I gave him half-hearted smile back when I noted this might be the last time I see it. "Serena, your never here in the morning. Wow! And you're never up this early, ever." He joked.

"Can I get a chocolate shake to go?"

"Sure." He looked at me skeptically, and as he nodded his head up and down. Odd. "What's the occasion?" I was confused. I eyed him carefully while he made my shake before I responded.

"What do you mean?" I asked naively. Finally he handed me my shake.

"Oh come on. Your early, your probably going to get to school on time, your dressed nice, and your wearing make up." I felt a blush creeping up on my cheeks while I was sipping my shake. "So who is the lucky guy?"

"Cough! Cough!- WHAT!-Cough! Cough!" I was chocking, wasn't anybody going to help me?

"I really wonder what guy would go for Meatball head." I guess I missed him coming in through my coughing seizure. Finally I caught my breath. " I really don't know." I answered him seriously, what guy would? Wait, why do I care, it's not like getting a boyfriend today would be of any use… I felt tears threaten to fall, no not today Serena, come on I need to suck it up. Be positive. "But that's okay because I'm not looking for anyone special anyway." Okay that wasn't positive, but at least not spiteful.

My gaze fell to Darien as I saw him open his mouth to reply. But no, I wanted to say something first. " Darien, just don't. I don't want to hear it today, just for today. So can we make a pact, no fighting today." I actually think I astounded Darien, it was written all over his face. I was surprised when he mumbled out a reply, "Sure Meatball-… Serena." I bet the shock got to him.

I nodded to him, and slurped up the remains of my shake. OW! OW! OW! Brain freeze! Okay, after a grueling 20 seconds it disappeared and I was getting confused gazes from both Andrew and Darien. "Uh. Got to go, bye guys." I rushed out the door. Dang it! I forgot I might not see either of them again. Well if I come to the arcade after school, unless I can't if something comes up. Okay, I'm deciding to go back in and give Andrew "possibly" his last hug, unless I see him later. And giving Darien…nah, do I really need to hug him? Yes, I will. It will be the only time we, no I am willing touch him without being an accident, or "we" if he hugs back. Argh! I'm making this too complicated; I'm just going to hug them.

So back into the arcade I went, Andrew and Darien still there. I walked to the back of the counter where the door was located, and stepped behind the counter. I ran up to Andrew and hugged him. At first he was surprised and then returned my hug. I think my head being buried in his should muffled my whimpering. I was hugging the only person that truly cared for me. I released and made my way back to Darien. I drew in a deep breath as my arms encircled his body. I think he went into shock. "Goodbye Darien." I turned away and exited the arcade for the second time this morning. Before the door fully shut, I heard Darien's voice echo through the crack, "Goodbye?"

Shit! Why did I say goodbye? I wasn't thinking straight probably because I Serena was hugging my "worst" enemy. Now I defiantly cannot go back to the arcade. I better get to school now, I need to get to tutoring for that math test.

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AN: Next chapter is going to be called "Morning at school?" With a special guy hovering over 6 feet, midnight black hair, and ocean blue eyes who's eager to confront Serena.