A few moments after, Megumi escorted a young man and what appeared to be a grandfather next to him.
I lost my breath.
Megumi then said, "These are our morning guests. Prince Daiki, and his father Lord Yasushi. The food will be served momentarily."
The two walked into the room, and bowed. The young man who appeared around my age range of about 25 earth years. He had full, wavy white hair that was pinned back in a low bun. His skin was flawless, yet had striking blue eyes that resembled…ice.
The young man raised from his bowed and greeted us, "It is a pleasure and honor to be seated with you all this morning."
Although his eyes slightly intimidated me, his oval shaped face had enough color making him look very alive and warm to approach. Dressed in a navy blue collar with a brown belt and black dress pants. He was actually really attractive.
He looks so much like him…
At that moment I felt Diana tap my foot under the table. I snapped out of my trance and stood up. His father also raised from his bowed and greeted us, "It is an honor, Queen Serenity, King Endymion, Princess Usagi." He was a very warm looking elder. Shorter then his son, he stood at about 5 feet. He was a bit round looking, but his emerald green kimono fit him well. He had dark brown hair that low cut and was showing age through streaks of grey. And unlike his son, he had brown eyes. By looking at the two you one wouldn't speculate that their related.
I bowed in the same respect, "Good morning." My parents and Diana followed suit with the greetings and breakfast was soon served. They sat in the seats opposite to my parents, the father beside Diana and Daiki sitting at the head of the table opposite to me.
This is so awkward! Why could my parents consent to this? I don't even know this guy! Don't they trust me to make my own decisions?
My father then began the conversation by asking questions such as their family history, present goals, what they picture for the Crystal Tokyo… and me.
The pair described the family history. Prince Daiki was actually adopted into the family. King Yasushi and his wife could not have children, so they raised Daiki as their own. King Yasushi's wife had passed away when Daiki was a young child. So basically he was a single father. They also explained that they were from a planet within another galaxy, that I wasn't too familiar with, but my parents seemed to have known. From my studies growing up, within the patriarch my family sits at the top in terms of ruling and power across all galaxies and planets.
Maybe this is for my own good…
As I remained in my thoughts, my parents and King Yasushi were discussing back and forth were I realized Prince Daiki looking at me. He had a shy eyes, but something about them made me feel a bit uncomfortable. Almost like he is looking directly into me. In a cool, calm voice he asked, "Are you enjoying the breakfast, Princess?"
I felt heat rise to my cheeks again. "I am. Yourself?"
He then gave a slight smile showing off his beautiful white teeth that just further added to his overall attraction.
"I'm having an amazing time."
After the breakfast was over, my parents had offered the pair stay at our visitors' house, off the estate to join us for the week. They agreed, and left toward the city to sight see and explore. I was told they'd be returning during the week for dinner. Once they left the home, Diana and I excused ourselves and began to walk toward the back lot.
Walking alongside me her expression was filled with excitement, "So what did you think Chi Chi?"
We had gotten outside at this point and walking through the garden path toward the stone bench overlooking the city. The weather was beautiful. Sunny, slight breeze and full white clouds over us.
"I don't know Diana…"
Her expression changed slightly from excitement to a touch of concern. At this point we had gotten to the bench and her gaze was fixed on me while I was faced toward the view.
"I thought he was really nice… Chi Chi, seems like a strong knights' men who cares for people and-"
"Diana…" At this point my face directed toward the clouds, examining their shapes.
"Diana, do you ever want to get married one day?" She looked confused for a moment, then looked down in slight embarrassment. "Of course Chi-Chi."
I took my gaze from the sky and onto my best friend, "Do you ever dream about that moment?"
She then looked at me and asked, "What moment?"
"The moment you know your dreams are fulfilled…"
The day had finally come to an end, and I was getting ready for bed when I heard a knock.
At this point I was dressed in a pink cotton sleep wear dress, and bunny slippers. It reminds me so much of my time on Earth as a child. I tried to put my hair into this night bonnet, but most of it was still poking out.
"Come in,"
It was Papa. Dressed in a black pajama set, he walked over and gave me a hug. I hugged him back, then at our release he held his hands behind my back as mine were around him.
"Chibiusa, I'm really proud of you today."
I couldn't hide my expression of discontent with the situation. He continued, "I know this… I know this could be difficult, and a hard adjustment for you, but I urge you to trust us. Your mother and I-"
I broke from the hug in frustration, "But… Why… why can't you trust me to make that decision on my own?" I felt the sting of tears begin to swell into my eyes.
Why am I about to cry?
My father looked distraught for a moment, but then looked my firmly in my eyes. "Chibiusa. Your mother and I don't want you to be used. You are the heir to Crystal Tokyo. We have searched for the past year trying to find the right suitor for you. We really believe this could be it, if you give him a chance."
At the point the tears just fell from my eyes, "Papa…" He came and embraced me until I calmed down. He looked down on me from our embrace and kissed me on my forehead. "I'm sorry your upset… we can talk more in the morning. Please get some rest my dear and sleep on it."
He left my room quietly and gave me a loving look as he closed the door. My room was lit by a small lap I had along with the shine of the night sky. As I lay on my bed, with sleep creeping up, I remain looking toward the celling with mind running on him once more…
Helios….
Maiden...
I woke up in my formal white dress, the one that was often associated with my transformations when I lived in 21th century Tokyo. I stood up from what appeared to be a bundle of flowers. My hair was in its classic rabbit buns and hair swaying to my waist. I also noticed the wings on my back…
I'm back...
"Where are you?" I cried out. Tears started to swell in my eyes again. I needed to see him. After all these years, I waited so long for this reunion.
I started to run frantically across the garden of Elysion.
"I need to see you… Helios!"
Suddenly I felt a presence behind me I a stopped in my tracks.
I heard the reply, "I am here maiden…"
I began to move my face ever so slowly toward the figure behind me… When…
"Chibiusa? Chibiusa?"
I felt someone touching my arm. My eyes flustered opened to find my mother standing over me with concern.
"Chibiusa-chan… you were talking in your sleep dear, it alarmed me as I was walking by your room,"
In attempts to catch my breath, I was stunned and saddened by the moments that had just occurred. I began to process what had just happened.
It was a dream…. all of it... at this point I began to cry uncontrollability, "It… Was-Was... It…
My mother held me until it was over.
I awoke the next day, skipping breakfast and laying on my bed.
Was it all just a dream? All of it?
I snapped out of my thoughts when I heard a knock on the door. It was Diana. She had a cheerful smile on her face, "Morning Chi-Chi!"
I kept my face looking toward the ceiling, "Morning Diana."
She motioned toward my bed, and then sat next to me. "Today we are meeting up with the girls."
I shifted my gaze toward the purple haired girl, "Diana, I don't want to… ruin everyone else's mood...-"
She interrupted, "Chibiusa." She looked down on me with loving eyes. "We love you. And want to spend time together. All of us"
It has been awhile since we've been all together…
Author's Note:
Hello!
This was a pretty long chapter! But what do you think? I'm so curious about your thoughts on the story so far.
Some clarification.
This story does take place in Crystal Tokyo and this would be the Chibiusa that experienced everything in the anime and manga. I won't be making too much references to both, however I think the connections will make sense as the story goes on.
That's all for now! Please review! I'm a new author on here and I'd love to hear the feedback.
xo, Kamala Rose.