'Prince Diamond!' yelled Mars, pointing to his motionless body.
'My Step-mother Queen Beryl murdered him. She planned to frame me, after he killed Serenity, so that a war between the moon and earth would commence once more.'
Queen Serenity nodded, as if she'd seen the whole episode.
'What happens now?' Jupiter asked.
'I was tricked mother! Diamond spelled me so that every time I looked at him, my mind created images of my true love. Images of Endymion.'
'Nevertheless, the treaty had been broken.' Serenity sighed, 'Prince Endymion must face his punishment.'
Serenity could no longer hold back the tears. They slipped over her cheeks. All her frustration and desperation poured out of her. Endymion, held her tight, trying to comfort her. He gazed at her, telling her everything she needed to know. Life was unbearable when they were apart. He had to fulfil his duty. There was nothing that they could do. All their love merged together, entangled for an eternity. He'd would never leave her side in spirit. They would always be united in the heart.
Suddenly, the crystal, still held between their hands began to glow. Serenity and Endymion gazed at it, as it lifted weightlessly into the air above them. Its glow stabilized, unlike before. The Queen gasped, amazed at this unusual reaction. It told her that her daughter had reached her full potential, and was ready to become the future queen.
'What's happening' Mercury echoed all their thoughts.
'Serenity has combined with the Imperial Crystal. They're one, its power flows through her. But without Endymion…she will be powerless…'
'What!' they gasped.
'The Imperial Crystal gains it power and energy from the combined emotions of its protector's soul. As they protect it, it will protect them too. But by separating them Serenity's heart will become empty and lonely, and thus the crystals power will be ineffective and weak.'
The Crystal floated down, it's protection complete. Serenity smiled, as she finally understood the situation.
'Queen Beryl is dead?' the couple nodded, 'Then so is her influence from this universe. And with your help Prince Endymion, peace between the Moon and the Earth kingdoms can finally be accomplished.' She paused to glance as the guardians carried Diamonds body out of the room, 'Diamond was an unfortunate victim, he's hearts desire controlled his mind. He was unable to harm you Serenity I gather, simply because he loved you in his own way. Yet, you are destined to unite with another. I shall leave you now to rest, and will talk with you more later. I hope your union will be the beginning of eternal peace.'
And with that said, Queen Serenity left. Now Serenity and Endymion were alone. Pleasant silence filled the room, not once did they separate from their embrace. Peace, at last. Acceptance too. Never would they have to suffer from separation again. For a long time, they simply stood, gazing at each other. Gradually, the spell over them broke, and Serenity cried tears of joy. Endymion laughed joyfully, a few tears shread himself. Then, he lifted her into the air, causing Serenity to giggle with glee. Endymion spun her around, before holding her tightly in his arms. Her warmth was so close and comforting. And her eyes that sparkled with glee and kindness! Endymion felt his heart melt and mould a new one together with Serenity. She felt light and delicate, an excited sickness dissolving in her stomach, knowing she would forever be comforted by her lover's arms.
Endymion and Serenity fell onto the bed behind them. They entwined they hands together, before Endymion pulled Serenity closer. With a soft whisper, as fragile as a feather, he declared his love. Serenity was unable to murmur her response, as Endymion covered her mouth with his, a gentle, yet hungry kiss. How long had Serenity yearned for this tender motion, filled with so much desire and love? For an eternity, they lay, watching, kissing, stroking. And slowly, they fell asleep in each other's arms.
The king of the Earth arrived late afternoon, with his party. Obviously relations started with difficultly, as the king put up resistance to the proposal of a new treaty. Yet Beryl's influence over him soon drifted away, and they were able to sign a new peace treaty by the middle of the next day. Diamond's body was cremated and his ashes set free in the moonbeams, so that he could forever be comforted by the moon's healing light. Serenity and Endymion's wedding took place on the moonbeams between the Earth and Moon, to represent the peace and love they're union would create. Queen Serenity looked upon them, knowing that the kingdoms would be safe under the strong, yet kind couple. It was right; it felt so right than before. And it was finally the end; her daughter was in love and wed to a handsome, strong man. And yet, it was their beginning; the beginning of a long, fruitful life together. Queen Serenity smiled. With her foresight, she'd already glimpsed a small child with pink hair.
'No, it wouldn't be long' the Queen of the Moon thought, before she found a partner to dance with at the after-ball, where Serenity and Endymion danced all night and into the early hours of the morning.
