Officer Carter stared up at the ceiling as the morning sun started to make its way through the windows in the bedroom. Fully clothed in his police uniform, he held Dream close to him as she slept, still in her ballroom dress. He'll never understand why she has to wear that thing…even to bed. But, he'll never ask and it's not really important. That's just the way she is. He continued to look at the ceiling, thinking about what was said to him just a few hours earlier and the decision he made. Was this the right decision? How are things going to change now? He knows that nothing will ever be the same and, unlike most other decisions, he made this one without thinking. He started to stir a little bit, as he had to be to work in 30 minutes. Dream moaned a little as she still tried to lie on his chest.
MARLON: Babe…I gotta get to work.
DREAM *sleepily*: Just five more minutes?
MARLON: I can't. I'll be late. But, I'll be back tonight.
DREAM: Promise?
MARLON: Yeah…I promise.
DREAM: Ok…I guess I can let you go.
Marlon got up as Dream moved to a nearby pillow and lied back down. It wasn't long before she drifted back to sleep. Marlon looked back and watched Dream sleep. She was glowing. Her white skin seemed to shine and shimmer, even in the darkness of the room. A feeling that could only be described as awe, wonder, dread and warmth at the same time went over him. He leaned down and moved his face towards Dream's forehead and kissed it. She smelled sweet, like the sweetest peach on a warm summer day. Dream slightly opened her eyes and smiled and then returned to sleep. Marlon turned and began to walk towards the front door. He started to turn back to tell her to lock the door when he was gone, but then he remembered that this wasn't necessary. Marlon walked out of the front door and left. His partner, Fields, was waiting for him in the front of the house. Fields noticed that Carter was wearing a pair of shades, something he hadn't done before, and that made him quite curious as to why. Carter worked his way into the car and sat down, sighing at the same time.
FIELDS: Well, well, well…spending the night at your girl's house? When's the move-in date.
CARTER: What are you talking about? I'm not moving in with her.
FIELDS: Yeah, well, I was right wasn't I? About going to go see her?
CARTER: Ok, maybe you were right? Did anyone ask for me?
FIELDS: No, I got your covered for that. No one cares about you anyway.
CARTER: Oh, shut up. Seriously, did anyone ask?
FIELDS: No, you got nothing to worry about. Except…
CARTER: Yeah?
FIELDS: Well, there is one thing. It's Tori.
CARTER: What? What about her?
FIELDS: Well, she kept calling your phone last night. She says she really needs to talk to you.
CARTER: I've got nothing to say to her.
FIELDS: I know that. All I'm saying is that you better do something about her soon. You know how crazy she is. It's nothing for her to come up to the station and make some drama.
CARTER: I'll worry about that when…and if…that happens. Forget her.
FIELDS: Well, I hope it's not anything big you have to think about.
CARTER: Yeah. Thanks for the heads up, though.
Fields nodded his head as he put the car in gear and sped off into the morning sun.
There was an unusual quiet at the Moon breakfast table. It wasn't that anyone was sad or anything…it was just that the decision that was made just hours before was starting to sink in as the family members really thought about what had happened. Mae continued to serve breakfast, making small talk with Ron while Guion was reading the paper. It was an attempt to pretend that everything was normal, at least just for a little while. But, it wasn't. They all knew it wasn't. Tiara silently ate as fast as she could as school would be beginning soon and she had no intention of being late today. Despite getting more than 2 hours of sleep, she was not tired in the least. Finally, Mae broke the silence:
MAE: So, Tiara...how are we supposed to handle this? What do we do now?
Tiara gulped and looked at her mother. Already she could see the effects of what happened yesterday as it was written on her face. She could see the changes in her mother's looks and wondered if maybe things have just gone too far.
TIARA: I don't know, Ma. I'm still new to this whole thing myself. I guess it's just a one day at a time thing. But, I don't know what will happen now.
MAE: I guess so…
RON: I don't see what everyone's worried about. I think its COOL!
MAE: Of course you would, you're a little kid. But, what will I tell my co-workers and what about the rest of the family.
GUION: What did you tell them when we got married?
MAE: That's different.
GUION: How is that different? You know as well as I that most of your folks didn't want you marrying me. Yet, you did anyway. What did you tell them?
MAE: That…it was none of their business.
GUION: Well, that's what we are going to tell them now. And that's because it is none of their business. We, everyone sitting at this table and everyone that was in that house yesterday, are the ones that's gonna have to figure this thing out.
MAE: That's true…but what about other people? You know they're not gonna understand.
GUION: We'll deal with that as it happens. One thing at a time.
MAE: I….I guess you're right. Tiara…Ron…you guys better finish up and get to school.
RON: Can I just say that for the record, I really like what's happened and I wouldn't have it any other way?
MAE: Everybody already knows how you feel, little boy. Just…kinda keep this to yourself until we can figure out what to do.
Tiara and Ron left to go get their backpacks while Mae moved closer to Guion.
MAE: Honey…are you ok with what's happened?
GUION: Honey? When was the last time you called me that?
MAE: I know…it's been awhile. But, are you?
GUION: If it supports our daughter in what she's trying to do, I'm behind her until the end. Are you ok?
MAE: I…I suppose.
GUION: Well, you'd better get ok with it. It's already done.
MAE: Yeah…you're right. I'm guess I'm just still dealing with the shock of it all.
Mae got up and began to clean up the table. Guion continued to read the paper as his kids came back downstairs waiting to be taken to school. Just then, there was a knock on the door. Mae grabbed a nearby pair of shades and put them on then went to the door and opened it. It was Scarlet.
MAE: Oh…morning Scarlet.
SCARLET: Morning Mrs. Moon.
MAE: Please…after what happened yesterday you can drop the formalities. Call me Mae.
SCARLET: Yes, ma'am…um…I mean Mae. I was wondering if I could walk with Tiara to school.
MAE: School? I thought you didn't go to Juban?
SCARLET: Originally I didn't…but Miss Kuroyanagi insisted and enrolled me.
MAE: Oh…I see. I guess she has her reasons.
SCARLET: Yes ma'am. I start today actually.
MAE: Kinda late in the school year, isn't it?
SCARLET: Well, yes, but she said it would be best for me to start immediately. She said that I would go to a summer school program to catch up.
MAE: I got it. Did you want something to eat?
SCARLET: I've already eaten thanks.
MAE: Oh, alright. Well…let me get Tiara.
SCARLET: Ma'am…may I ask you something?
MAE: Of course.
SCARLET: How…how does it feel?
Mae stared at her for a second. Scarlet had tried to see her expression through her shades.
MAE: I'm not sure if I can answer that question right now…I don't know what to tell you.
SCARLET: May I see them?
MAE: What? My eyes?
SCARLET: Yes.
Mae sighed and took off the shades. She looked down at Scarlet, who looked back up at her. Mae's shining purple eyes glistened in the morning light, and she looked a few years younger. Ron came out and looked at Scarlet who was standing there. Ron, too, had purple eyes. He smiled, said hello and continued walking towards the car. Scarlet turned back to Mae and smiled.
SCARLET: It's feels weird, doesn't it?
MAE: That's an understatement, kid. A very big understatement.
SCARLET: And, Mr. Moon?
MAE: Well…at least he's becoming prettier to look at.
GUION: I heard that!
MAE: I meant for you to!
Tiara then walked out, surprised to see Scarlet standing there. Scarlet explained that she would now be going to Juban School and wanted her to walk her there.
TIARA: Of course! But, I had no idea you were going there!
SCARLET: Yeah, neither did I. But, Mrs. Kuroyanagi wouldn't let me go.
TIARA: That lady…she doesn't even know the meaning of the word no.
SCARLET: How do you think she's doing?
TIARA: Why don't we go and ask her? Bye, Mom! Love you!
MAE: Who are you talking to?
TIARA: I'm talking to YOU!
MAE: I'm not your mother!
Tiara kissed Mae on the cheek and then walked away with Scarlet hand in hand.
TIARA: Ok Lady, I love you! Bye bye!
Tiara and Scarlet left while Mae watched on, getting increasingly nervous. She usually has a very smart and sarcastic mouth and tends to make a lot of jokes when she is really nervous about something. It's a coping mechanism that wasn't working very well right now…
Amy finished eating her breakfast along with her mother, Marina. The two barely said anything to each other while yesterday's events still rolled around in their heads. Amy wanted to say something to her mother, but she didn't know what to say. Was she okay? How did she feel? Amy stole glances at her mom every now and again and continued to eat. Marina felt her daughter look at her, but faced the same problem. Both of them, though they were tired, could not sleep no matter how much they tried. Hopefully after the day is done, they could both get some type of rest. Maybe then, at least, they could temporarily forget about all of the strange events of yesterday. Amy continued to quietly eat, looking for any signs that her mom may try to communicate with her. Marina didn't show her any. After a while, there was a knock on the door. Amy went to answer it. It was Tempest and her father Terrell standing.
AMY: Hey girl! I didn't know you were coming by.
TEMPEST: This isn't a bad time, is it?
AMY: No. I was just about ready to go to school. Everything ok?
TEMPEST: Yeah…I just kinda didn't want to be alone this morning. I was hoping I could walk with you.
AMY: Sure. I know how you feel.
Amy took a long look at Terrell, who up until this point had only been listening to the conversation. Terrell was wearing a pair of sunshades.
AMY: How are you, Mr. Sullivan?
TERRELL: Ok…all things considering.
AMY: I'll bet you never thought this would ever happen in your life, huh?
TERRELL: Can't say it was in the plans, no.
TEMPEST: I don't see how anyone could plan for something like this.
AMY: Have you heard from Lorraine?
TEMPEST: She went back to her studio. I think her mom's coming in from out of town.
Amy nodded and went back in to get her things. Terrell and Tempest stood out on the front porch. A few minutes later, Marina walked towards them. They both looked at Marina's ocean blue eyes, which up until about a few hours ago were brown…just like Terrell's.
MARINA: How y'all doing this morning?
TERRELL: Doing alright. How about yourself?
MARINA: I'm alive…I think.
TEMPEST: You are.
MARINA: Yeah? In what way? It still doesn't seem real to me. I looked in the mirror this morning, and I saw these eyes and I have to remind myself that they aren't contacts. The pain that used to be in my joints is going away and I'm feeling a lot younger. I know these are all good things, but somehow…they don't seem…natural, you know?
TERRELL: There's nothing about this that is natural. I don't know what to call it.
MARINA: I just keep thinking…what have we done? Did we do the right thing?
TERRELL: Yeah. Well, I just know I wouldn't want my daughter out there fighting these things alone. I guess that's my reason for doing this.
MARINA: I know. I wouldn't want Amy fighting alone either. But, what can I do? If these things are as powerful as they say, I think I'll need something more than a rifle. I guess I'm just scared is all.
TERRELL: It's ok to be scared. Besides, you're not going through this by yourself, right?
MARINA: Huh? What do you mean?
TERRELL: I saw you wearing a wedding ring. Aren't you married?
MARINA: Oh, that thing. No, I'm not. Well, I was.
TERRELL: Where is the…ex-husband?
MARINA: That loser? Don't know and don't care. What about you, Mr. Government. Is there a Mrs. Government?
TERRELL: There was…she lost her life during the war.
MARINA: Oh…I'm sorry. Forgive me for being a jerk just now.
TERRELL: It's alright, you weren't. So, what happened between you and him?
Before Marina could speak, Amy excused herself and started to walk towards Tempest. They started to walk off in the direction of their school.
TEMPEST: I'll see you later, Daddy. We're going to be late if we wait any longer.
TERRELL: Be careful. You want me to pick you up?
TEMPEST: No. I'll walk with Amy back.
AMY: Bye, Mom.
MARINA: Bye...Baby.
As they walked out of earshot, Tempest turned to Amy.
TEMPEST: Your mom looks really worried about this.
AMY: She's always worried about stuff, no big deal.
Amy was talking to herself more than Tempest. She was also lying. Her mom never worried about anything. The same woman that nearly took down the entire stock market had barely shown any fear
Terrell and Marina were still standing on the front porch. Marina stayed silent for a minute, considering if she actually wanted to do what she was thinking. Then, she decided.
MARINA: Would you like to come in? I'll tell you about what happened.
TERRELL: Sure, I'd like to.
Terrell followed Marina in and the door closed behind them.
Lorraine moved props and materials off of the stage as her crew members yelled and barked orders at each other. She tried her best to keep her head down and to not look directly at anyone. She was mostly silent, and if anyone asked about her eyes she explained that she was trying on a new pair of contacts. The Director was out shouting orders at everyone as they prepared for the midday show. As Lorraine was passing by, The Director saw her and ran up to her, almost out of breath as he did so.
DIRECTOR: There you are! I've been looking for you!
LORRAINE: I've been coming to work. I've been here. You've just been so wrapped up in the show you didn't see me, but I've been here! Please don't fire me!
DIRECTOR: FIRE YOU?! ARE YOU CRAZY?! I was just wondering where you and those friends of yours were. People still can't get enough of that show we had on opening night! That's got to be one of my best triumphs ever! Hollywood, here I come!
LORRAINE: None of that was even in your script, how is it YOUR triumph?
DIRECTOR: Never…but NEVER…question the Director. It is MY triumph. That's my story and I'm sticking to it!
LORRAINE: Surrre…
DIRECTOR: Quiet, you! Anyways, the reason I'm here. I would love it; just LOVE it if you can round up those friends of yours so that we can have them here for the final battle as our grand finale. It'll be you and your friends against the loved Sailor V and her friends! The folks from Japan saw the show and they LOVE what we're doing with the franchise! It'll be great! So, when do you think you can get in contact with them?
LORRAINE: What? I just can't guarantee something like that!
DIRECTOR: I'm willing to pay them. Each one will be paid a handsome little sum.
LORRAINE: That's still no guarantee to anything!
DIRECTOR: Look, what do I have to do to make sure they come? All I'm doing is asking you to talk to them before you just say no like this. It would really bring one hell of an end to this show. I mean, do you know how much money we've made? You know how much of a bonus you're gonna get?
LORRAINE: Look, this isn't some game or some movie. This is some serious stuff you're dealing with here.
DIRECTOR: What? What are you talking about?
Lorraine had caught what she said. She had to think fast.
LORRAINE: Well…I mean…you're talking about more money that's going to the actors and less that's going to the rest of the crew. And, then there's the insurance and…
DIRECTOR: That's the beauty of it! It's all being taken care of by Japan. They are coming down here personally to see the big finale. We don't have to worry about a thing! We're all gonna make big piles of money. Of course, mine will be bigger. But, we're talking like the biggest payday any of us has ever seen and maybe a shot at Hollywood for Medusa and me…and maybe you!
LORRAINE: Me?
DIRECTOR: Yes. They are very interested in…what did you call yourself…Sailor Vienna?
LORRAINE: Sailor Venus.
DIRECTOR: Yeah! That's it! Sailor Venus! They are very interested in you!
LORRAINE: I don't know…the only thing I can promise is that I'll try.
DIRECTOR: That's all I ask. And if they say no, then I have a few dog collars and cages we can put them in.
LORRAINE: Ok, ok, calm down now. That's not gonna be necessary.
DIRECTOR: I hope not. I'm willing to do it. Bring them here! Seriously!
The Director began to walk away with a jig in his step. He started humming the song 'We're In the Money' while walking happily away.
As Lorraine watched him and shook her head, Medusa walked slowly behind her. Lorraine turned around just in time to see Medusa standing in front of her with a huge smile on her face.
MEDUSA: So you've become a big star, huh?
LORRAINE: Why are you talking to me?
MEDUSA: Something wrong with saying hello?
LORRAINE: I've got nothing to say to you.
MEDUSA: Fair enough. But, I've got something to say to you. This final show that our lovely director has us doing…it would be so nice if you could get your 'friends' to join in. I'm sure that my friends are gonna be there and we would just love the company.
LORRAINE: You really think this is a game, don't you?
MEDUSA: I don't really know what this is to be honest. But, I do know one thing. If they aren't there, you're gonna have to face us all by yourself. And, I don't plan on having any mercy on you. Enjoy your 15 minutes, kid. Because after the finale, I doubt if you'll ever be able to work again.
LORRAINE: Is that a threat?
MEDUSA: No…that's a promise.
LORRAINE: You'd better watch your mouth. If you know who I really was and who you're dealing with, you wouldn't be so cocky right now.
MEDUSA: You think I don't know who you are, Sailor Venus? You think I don't know about those new powers you got? New pair of contacts, huh? Yeah, you can tell all those other fools that, but you and I both know the truth, now don't we?
LORRAINE: So, one has to wonder why you're still being a smart mouth, considering I'm more powerful than you.
MEDUSA: If you say so, Venoix.
LORRAINE: What's that supposed to mean?
MEDUSA: Oh nothing. It's just a foolish thing to assume that you're the only person with gifts. Make sure your friends come to our finale. I wouldn't want them to miss out on all the fun.
Medusa turned and walked away still silently laughing under her breath.
Lorraine watched her leave and then made her way to the nearest phone. She dialed a number and then waited.
LORRAINE: Yeah, Dream? It's Lorraine. We have a problem…
Amy and Tempest arrived at Sunrise School. The damage that was done from the fight that happened there a couple of weeks ago was still evident, though construction crews were trying their best to clean it up. They were on their way to class when someone bumped into them. They turned around to see Jerry and Ebony looking at them, smirking.
AMY: You two got a lot of nerve even touching us right now.
JERRY: Relax, little girl. We're just trying to go to class.
AMY: Liar. You've both been expelled. You even more so, Ebony. You haven't been to school in months.
EBONY: Don't worry about me.
AMY: The only thing I'm worried about with you is how far I'm gonna stomp you into the ground.
JERRY: Now, now, ladies. There is no need for violence on this glorious morning. We've come to offer you an invitation, matter of fact. Tempest, darling, you're looking beautiful this morning.
TEMPEST: You've got nothing to say to me, punk.
EBONY: So hostile…so angry. No wonder you guys can't seem to finish anything you start. Ha ha ha!
AMY: What do you want?!
EBONY: You know the little show that we did back at the opening of the fair, don't you? Well…we're getting ready for our big finale and we were hoping that you could make it. It would mean so much to us if we can get everyone together one last time before we put an end to this pathetic world.
JERRY: We're offering you two a front row seat to the beginning of our reign. It's the end of the world as you know it.
TEMPEST: You don't know what you're talking about. You ain't gonna do nothin'.
EBONY: Oh really? Then you should have no problem coming back to the fair to play the 'good guys', right?
AMY: Whatever you're trying to pull, we're not falling for it. You really shouldn't mess around with us, right now. Nobody has time to deal with you.
EBONY: You'd better make the time, little girl. It's us that you should be truly afraid of. All the cards our in our favor, and if I was a betting woman, I'd say that your luck has run out.
JERRY: It's best for all of you to give up now and save yourself the humiliation. Who knows? Maybe Queen Beryl and Queen Demetria will show you mercy and you can come work for us when it's all said and done.
AMY: I'd rather die.
EBONY: Ha ha ha ha! I wouldn't joke about that, if I were you. You never know what kinds of wishes can come true.
JERRY: Bottom line, we expect to see all of you there at the finale. If you don't show up, after we get through performing, we're gonna kill everyone in the audience. And then, we'll come looking for you.
TEMPEST: You won't have to look far.
JERRY: Oh, I hope not. I'll finally get that date with you after all, Tempest. And when it's done…you'll finally come to your senses and see me for the man I really am. We shouldn't be fighting, you and I. We should be trying to conquer the world together. Don't be a fool. I'm willing to forget everything if you'll give up now and join us. You'd make an excellent servant.
TEMPEST: Is that all I am to you? A servant?! Even if I did want to be with you, which the thought alone makes me just want to puke, I'm not even good enough to be your girlfriend or wife? That just shows me what you really think of me. You think of me as entertainment. As something you can just use and then eventually throw away. Everything that you ever said about loving me or even having a crush on me was a lie.
JERRY: No...it was the truth until the day you kissed that GOOK!
Tempest then throws a punch a Jerry, but he quickly ducks out of the way. Amy attacks Ebony and a fight starts. Tempest then tackles Jerry and they both start rolling around on the ground. The fight gets the attention of the crowd, which then run over to see the battle. The crowd starts chanting 'Fight! Fight! Fight!' while the four combatants rolling around on the dirt and concrete, punching and kicking each other. Principal Sharp with a couple of policemen come over and break up the fight. Amy and Tempest are separated on one side, while Ebony and Jerry are on the other.
SHARP: Knock it off! Now! Moore! Green! What are you two doing here!? I told you not to return to school property without my permission!
JERRY: No business of yours, servant!
POLICEMAN: What did you say?!
JERRY: I don't have to listen to the likes of you! Get your hands off me!
SHARP: Get these two out of my school! NOW!
POLICEMAN: Let's go! I don't wanna hear another word out of you.
The policemen begin to drag Ebony and Jerry off of school property. Ebony turns back towards the girls and smiled.
EBONY: See you soon, ladies!
POLICEMAN: What the crap did I just tell you?!
The cops carry Jerry and Ebony off into the distance. Principal Sharp turned her attention over to the two girls, who were both panting and trying to collect their thoughts. They returned the look to Sharp, who scowled at them.
SHARP: Does this fight have something to do with that netherworld crap?
AMY: It's real, Mrs. Sharp. It's really real. You saw it.
SHARP: I don't know what I saw, Ms. Waters. All I know is that whatever is going on it needs to stay off of school property. You can do whatever you want outside of class hours, but I don't want any of that stuff going on here…are we clear!
TEMPEST: Clear as mud.
SHARP: You are real close to being suspended, young lady.
TEMPEST: You can't stop this from happening. You know what's going on.
SHARP: Keep it off school property! That's all I'm asking you to do!
AMY: Mrs. Sharp…!
SHARP: SHUT YOUR MOUTH! NO MORE TALKING! NOW GET TO CLASS BEFORE YOU REALLY MAKE ME MAD!
A surge of lightning went through Tempest as anger began to rile up in her. Amy saw this and grabbed her hand.
AMY: No, Tempest. Don't do anything.
Amy turned her head towards Principal Sharp.
AMY: Just because people are acting like pigs, doesn't mean you should roast them.
SHARP: Say one more thing, Ms. Waters. Say one more thing. Go on.
Amy didn't respond. She took hold of Tempest and led her into the nearest building as fast as she could. Principal Sharp looked around to see if there was any damage on the ground. As far as she could tell, no one seemed to drop anything and there weren't any torn clothes or anything broken. Then, she noticed that many students were staring at her. She immediately began yelling at all the curious students.
SHARP: It never happened! GET TO CLASS!
The students dispersed with speed, not wanting to test the limits with Principal Sharp today. It wasn't long before she was the only one standing in the courtyard, as the first bell of the day rang.
Beryl and Demetria were at Ebony's house training while Imu and Ira watched. Demetria would try a familiar move that she would know and then Beryl would attempt the same move. Imu and Ira's appearance had begun to change drastically, and they started to look less and less human and more monstrous.
Imu was under Beryl's control and as such he maintained most of his human characteristics, but his appearance had changed into something less than. His eyes were beginning to yellow and grow a bit bigger. His skin, already dark, was becoming a shade darker, almost so that you could see a hint of blue in the dark tint. His teeth had begun to sharpen on the sides to wear he resembled a vampire, only not quite. His body was still the same size and weight, but it had deformed and it didn't look as muscular as he was when he was fully human. It looked like him, but not quite. Imu panted as he watched Beryl dance around while completing her moves.
Ira began to change also as he started to feel himself succumb to Demetria's influence…only except he looked far worse than Imu. Ira's body had grown larger and he began to look something like a werewolf or a large dog, it's hard to describe. He wasn't too bigger than Imu, but it was a significant size difference. Ira's face looked like it was growing a muzzle, as a dog would, but you could still tell that he was a human being…sort of. His hair was like a wet, oily mat on the top of his head, but it was still there.
Beryl and Demetria had also changed noticeably, too. Beryl's eyes had become a bright yellow with red pupils and her teeth had grown fangs. But, despite how evil she started to look, she still maintained that soft, feminine beauty…like a siren that leads the sailors to their deaths.
Demetria's eyes had also become a bright yellow color with glowing red pupils. The star that was in the middle of her forehead all those years ago had started to come back to its permanent place. Demetria had grown taller in the last few weeks and could feel herself getting stronger day by day.
The two women continued throwing spells at each other and in the air, seeing how far each of them could get. With all of the human energy they had gathered and the fresh energy that was coming in as a result of the shows, they had gained a significant amount of strength. They were almost to their original form.
DEMETRIA: How do you feel, Sister?
BERYL: Very good. It feels like I can conquer a thousand worlds! You?
DEMETRIA: About the same. It's a calm feeling…a calm strength…the realization of knowing that you are almost at full power.
BERYL: When I was first resurrected, I thought that this day would never come. It seems so long ago now.
DEMETRIA: And yet, it has.
BERYL: And just think…at the end of our grand finale, this whole city will be the new capital of our kingdom. Once we get rid of the so-called 'Guardians', there will be no one to stop us from taking over this country.
DEMETRIA: And the Onyx Crystal?
BERYL: I'm sure we'll find it on our travels. But, you know, it may not even matter. With no opposition, and no one even remotely as strong as we are, would we even need it?
DEMETRIA: No. But, it still would be nice to have.
BERYL: Well then, I guess we'll just have to destroy every cursed town on this miserable ball of dirt until we find it, yes?
Demetria smiled a big smile and pondering what was just said.
DEMETRIA: It's a beautiful day…don't you think?
Beryl looked up to the sky. Then, she raised her hand towards the sun and released a strong laser beam toward it. The beam hit the sun directly in the middle, causing a small explosion. Though it didn't do much damage, it was a testament of just how far she had become. And besides all this, she wasn't even using all of her energy. Beryl smiled as she watched the impact of her beam.
BERYL: It's an absolutely gorgeous day, sister! Absolutely gorgeous!
After school, all of the Guardians met up at what they considered their new base, the former Temple of the Burning Tree. During the day, their parents along with Princess Dream went there regularly to clean up and rebuild what was destroyed. It wasn't perfect, but it was a lot better than what it was. The girls had started to claim the place as their own, only technically Scarlet was the only one who still lived there. Her parents, Ruby and Sonny, found themselves staying there more than their own home and began considering whether or not they should sell their house and build a new set of quarters on the property. Though it was a small temple, there was a lot of property…more than enough to build several buildings.
Sonny paid for professional contractors to come in and fix up the building. Everything was almost restored to the way it was. Then, they fixed up Master Fuji's old room. At Scarlet's request, the room was to be fixed up but no one was allowed to go in there. It was a room that was kept clean in homage to the original owner of the temple and was only to be used by him. Scarlet was given the biggest room in the temple, the master bedroom built by Sonny specifically for her. Scarlet moved into the room at everyone's insistence, stating that Master Fuji would've wanted it this way, and later decided to install her as the new Master of the Burning Tree Temple. Sonny's friend and local pastor came by to perform this ceremony, in which all the girls attended. Dream dressed up Scarlet in a Red Flame dress with Black Trim. It was a simple, yet formal dress which gave Scarlet an air of royalty and grace. After the installation, there was a small dinner which all the girls met up and began a very important discussion.
TIARA: So, Scarlet, how does it feel to be the Master now?
SCARLET: It feels…weird. I never thought that I would be able to take over such a role.
AMY: Yeah well, don't think I'm ever calling you Master, just so you know.
SCARLET: You had better respect your elders, Water Girl.
AMY: I'll only show you respect because you're an old lady.
Scarlet sticks out her tongue at her and laughs.
SCARLET: You really think that Master Fuji would've wanted this?
TIARA: Honey, I'm sure he is doing cartwheels right now. I can't think of anyone else to do this job.
SCARLET: Yeah. You know, you sound so different from a few weeks ago.
TIARA: I know. You guys said that I sounded so formal. Like I was some sort of princess or something.
SCARLET: You ever think that maybe you are?
TIARA: No…I don't think so. That's crazy talk.
TEMPEST: Has any of this that we've been through to this point been normal?
TIARA: Good point…
AMY: Listen, girls. We gotta another issue. What about Beryl and Demetria and all the rest of them?
TIARA: What about them?
AMY: Oh, they didn't come and visit you today?
SCARLET: I don't follow.
AMY: We had a little chat with Jerry and Ebony today about their big grand finale or whatever. They want to fight. The last show of the fair, they want to settle everything there.
LORRAINE: Yeah, I can vouch for that. Medusa told me the same thing.
TIARA: Oh, so we're not important enough for them to pay a visit to us?
AMY: You mean nothing happened to you all day?
SCARLET: No. Mrs. Kuroyanagi was very nervous because of her…condition. But, that was about it.
TIARA: Ok, Scarlet, seriously. You don't have to say her whole name. Everyone calls her Totto-san. It's really ok. But, for the most part, nothing happened to us except stupid idiot classmates constantly asking us a million questions.
TEMPEST: Lorraine, when is your mother coming to town?
LORRAINE: She's on her way now and will be here tomorrow. I'll explain everything to her then.
TEMPEST: You think she might…you know…change?
LORRAINE: I don't know. She has a lot of health problems and this would help for sure. But, she's always been one to try to do things the natural way and I know it would be tough to convince her to do this. To be honest, I wouldn't want her to do it if she didn't want to. It was a hard enough choice for me.
TEMPEST: Same here. I wonder what my mom would say.
AMY: My mom's still dealing with it as best she can. I don't know if she knows what to do, though. Just last week, she was black. Now…she doesn't know what to call herself. I don't know what to call myself. What…what do we call ourselves?
Tiara looked and motioned for Dream to come over. Dream came right by them and sat down.
DREAM: What's up?
TIARA: Dream…we never got the name of our new group here. We don't really know what to call ourselves. I don't think we can call ourselves human anymore, can we?
DREAM: We are representatives of the Millennium Kingdom.
TIARA: But, that doesn't exist yet. And besides, that's a mouthful to say. Couldn't we call ourselves something a little more…catchy?
DREAM: Well, what do you suggest?
AMY: How about the Supremes?
TIARA: SHHH! You want to get sued?
TEMPEST: Besides, I don't think I want to be confused with a Taco.
LORRAINE: The Millenniumses?
TIARA: Ha ha ha ha ha! No.
SCARLET: What about Sailors?
TIARA: Sailors?!
SCARLET: Well, think about it. We wear Sailor costumes when we are fighting and we have Sailor in front of our names. Why not just call our group the Sailors?
TIARA: Well, I was hoping for a name that could define us as a…I guess…race? Like Dutch or German or something like that, only cooler.
DREAM: Well, I suppose it'll come to us sooner or later. I don't think that's very important right now. Maybe due to our attributes, we'll be able to come up with a name or maybe it'll be blessed upon us from the other world.
TIARA: Yeah, I guess you're right. It's probably no big deal.
LORRAINE: That still is not gonna help me tell my mom about what we actually are now.
AMY: Superhuman, I guess. Or maybe freaks of nature.
SCARLET: Well, getting back on subject. What do we do about our enemies?
TIARA: What other choice do we have? We're gonna have to fight them.
AMY: They already warned us that if we don't show up to their finale, they were gonna kill the entire audience and then come looking for us.
DREAM: This is indeed serious. I'm willing to bet that even if we do show up…if we lose this fight they'll kill the audience anyway. Or at the very least, enslave them.
TEMPEST: We already know what we need to do. We need to start talking about how.
LORRAINE: Look, each of us has a rival within this thing, right? I figure that we all concentrate on that particular rival and it'll be easier for all of us. Medusa wants to rip my head off for some reason and I'd like to do the same to her. She belongs to me.
TEMPEST: Jerry's mine. That little prick needs to learn some manners and I'll teach it to him.
AMY: If that idiot African guy who tried to hit me with the chair is there, I want him. Him or that other girl…Ebony.
TIARA: Ebony?! Oh no no no no. That girl is mine. She's gone way too far with me.
AMY: We could always double team on her. But, you know that lady is gonna be there. Beryl or whatever.
DREAM: BERYL IS MINE!
All the girls stopped and stared at Dream, who had a mean scowl on her face.
TIARA: Dream?
DREAM: She enslaved me…she made me hurt people…she caused me so much pain…and when I tried to get away from her, she somehow finds me when I just want to live in peace. If she catches me again, she'll make me do all those awful things again. I won't let her! I refuse to run anymore!
The girls looked at each other and then looked back at her.
TIARA: Okay, Dream. You don't have to worry about any of us standing in your way.
AMY: Go ahead, girl. I'm not getting in your way, that's for sure.
DREAM: And when I'm done with Beryl…Demetria is next. They will pay for what they've done to me and to us.
SCARLET: Yes, they will. I would ask that you not destroy them until I've had my words, Dream.
DREAM: I'll try, but I can't make any promises.
Ruby then walked over from the other table.
RUBY: Everything alright over here, ladies? I heard yelling.
SCARLET: Everything's fine, mom. *laughing* Dream was just yelling about something.
RUBY: Dream? I can't imagine her yelling about anything.
DREAM: Sorry…heh heh…just got a little over excited.
RUBY: No problem. Look, if you're done, we were gonna go ahead and clean up.
DREAM: No, I can do…
RUBY: You've done, enough! I don't want you doing anything but sitting down and getting fat. You've taken care of us since day one, now it's our turn.
DREAM: It's really not…
RUBY: End of discussion!
Dream became silent while Scarlet chuckled under her breath. Ruby took all of their plates and walked away.
DREAM: I mean no disrespect when I say this…but are all black mothers that…um…
SCARLET: Strong willed?
DREAM: Well, not quite the word I was going to use…but yes.
AMY: The words you're looking for is Bossy and stubborn, and Yes…Yes they are.
LORRAINE: Not to mention mean! My high or the highway!
TIARA: Yeah…and…
Tiara stopped as she looked at Tempest. Tempest was silent and didn't say anything.
TIARA: Oh God…I'm so sorry, Tempest.
TEMPEST: What? I remember my mom, too. She didn't play around, either.
LORRAINE: Yeah, we were just…we were just insensitive to…
TEMPEST: Guys, listen. It's ok. It's nice to know we all had moms that were appreciated. I know my mom's in a better place that this joint. It's a little sad, yes, but she still watches over me.
The Tempest took Dream's hand.
TEMPEST: Besides…in a way, I kinda do have another mom.
Dream mouth crumpled into a smile and her eyes started to water as her face became flushed by the complement. Tempest quickly looked over and pointed a finger at her.
TEMPEST: DON'T YOU DARE. DON'T EVEN! YOU WERE MAKING ME PROUD JUST A FEW SECONDS AGO.
Dream let some tears flow but then turned her head, trying to stop her emotions.
TEMPEST: I should've never said that. God, you're such a girl.
TIARA: Tempest…you're trying way too hard.
LORRAINE: Aww…that's so sweet.
TEMPEST: SHUT UP! I'LL BEAT UP EVERY LAST ONE OF YOU!
SCARLET: Tomboy's gotta soft side. HA! HA! HA!
TEMPEST: Grrr….
Tempest grabs Scarlet and playfully chokes her while she's still laughing. Then, she grabs Lorraine and puts her in a headlock while Lorraine tries to get out. Dream starts laughing, but only as a way to disguise her crying. Amy just watches the whole thing, smiling and using this as a confirmation that she indeed made the right choice.
REPORTER: It's a beautiful day here in Fair Park, and very fitting for what is now the last day of the Texas Exposition Fair. The crowds have gathered, the sun is setting and everyone is now anticipating the much talked about grand finale of the very popular Sailor V show which has taken the city by storm. All fair long, we have followed the adventures of the super heroine 'Sailor V' and her friends as they protect the city from ne'er do wells. But, the true story here is the rumored conclusion to the premiere of the show, which featured the mysterious 'Sailor Venus' and her friends. Rumor has it that tonight; Sailor Venus will make a return to the show in an attempt to enslave all mankind starting with the patrons of the fair. But, Sailor V has vowed to the citizens of Dallas and to the world that she will never let that happen. And here to give us that assurance in person, is Sailor V herself a quick interview you'll only see on Channel 23. Sailor V, what would you like to say to the viewers out there.
SAILOR V: I want to let everyone know that the threats that have been made by Sailor Venus and her friends will not be tolerated. Sailor Venus, I know you and your friends are out there. I know you're watching. I'm letting you know right now that if you show up tonight and try to take away the freedom of these good people, you will be dealt with in the harshest of manners. Make no mistake; your reign of terror will stop before it even had a chance to start. And, if you don't show up tonight, rest assured that will not stop me and my friends from finding you and putting an end to your evil ways.
REPORTER: Should be a very good show tonight. Now, Sailor V, I hear that you also have a gift to give to the city as an apology for the destruction of the Big Cowboy statue. Can you tell us a little more about that?
SAILOR V: In due time, good citizen. Let's just say that it is a clear message that whatever you try to destroy, we will rebuild it ten times stronger than it was before. And if you destroy that, we will rebuild it a hundred times stronger. The bottom line is that we can't be stopped and we won't. You either come to the right side of justice, or you pay the consequences. It's really that simple. Sailor Venus…playtime is over. When the final curtain falls tonight…there will only be one of standing in the spotlight!
REPORTER: Alright, it should be one heck of a show tonight! Thank you very much, Sailor V.
SAILOR V: My pleasure! See you tonight!
REPORTER: There you have it, folks! I urge all of you to come down to Fair Park tonight for what looks to be an explosive ending to a fantastic Fair season.
The sold out crowd was already at the fair eating, drinking and riding rides while talking about the big show that was happening tonight. Even people who usually didn't like going to the fair showed up and decided to stay until the end. Due to the size of the crowd and the supposed big surprise that Sailor V had in store, the show was moved to what was known as the International Stage, a stage usually reserved for big name bands. There was also something covered up with a very large white tarp. Most people couldn't make out what it was and there was much speculation as to what it could be, but many people figured that it had to have been either a tower or some kind of statue. But, no one really knew what it was.
The Director had been giddy all day. He could barely contain himself. He kept running around with a smile on his face, hugging and kissing all the staff and crew members. He even kissed Medusa on the cheek almost every time he saw her, to Medusa's surprise and delight. Demetria was also very excited, as she kept experimenting with different makeup and wigs, trying to find a very new and gorgeous, but equally intimidating, look. Jerry perfected his power skills down to the letter, pushing himself to become faster and stronger. Beryl wasn't so excited about this, but was focused on getting rid of the Sailor Guardians for good. Ira and Imu had almost succumbed to the magic that was put on them, but still looked…mostly human…or at least somewhat human.
In Medusa's dressing room, sat Ebony, staring at her ring. She had put the mysterious ring on her finger from the night she found it as it came from that strange rock Jerry and Imu found in Ira's apartment. She studied it carefully as if trying to figure out what it could do. She also carried the rock that the ring came out of with her, as the two seemed to be paired up. Studying the crystal, it seemed just like a big, worthless rock even if it was shiny and pretty to look at. Medusa walked into the room and floated towards Ebony, wrapping her arms around her and hugging her.
MEDUSA: Can you feel the excitement tonight?! This is going to be the biggest night for me. This is the night I finally break into showbiz.
EBONY: Oh yeah?
MEDUSA: I've been doing interviews all that. People talking to me, people asking me questions, taking pictures. It feels so good…I never want the cameras to turn off. Every time a camera flashes, I get sooo happy. I love it, I LOVE IT!
EBONY: Whoa! Calm down!
MEDUSA: You don't understand….all my life, I've wanted to be famous. I never wanted anything more than to walk out on that red carpet and let my whole entire being be flooded with the light from those flickering lenses! For everyone to be interested in everything I'm doing at all hours of the day…that's the life for me. To live in my mansion and have people gawking at my front door, wishing that I would just let them onto the front porch…yes…That's for me. And now, it's about to come true! All my dreams! All my fantasies! I'm about to live them out!
EBONY: You wouldn't want any privacy at all?
MEDUSA: Well, yeah, some. But, I would want to know that people are thinking about me all the time. That they love me, that they want to be me, that they want my blessing.
EBONY: I thought you just wanted to become a movie star…not a god.
MEDUSA: Oh, my dear sweet girl. Don't you realize what country this is? This is America! And in America, a Movie Star IS A GOD. What do you think people do when they want to know about the movie star, when they interview them when they just want to touch them! Movie stars can do whatever they want to do and people will still worship them. A movie star can walk up to a random person on the street, introduce himself and then grab their heads and put it to their butts and let out a big fart. And do you know what that fan will say? Do you? They will say "THANK YOU" and then go brag to everyone that a movie star has farted on them. Tell me you don't want that kind of power!
EBONY: …wow.
MEDUSA: Indeed. Your sisters have the right idea about taking over the world…but they're going about it all wrong. Nobody loves dictators. But, everyone…Everyone loves entertainers. People who make them laugh and dance and sing…people who make them smile and have a good time. And while they are laughing and smiling, they are giving you all their power. They are begging you to take it. They want to worship you, they want to kiss your feet, they would gladly clean your whole house with a toothbrush and then use that same toothbrush the next morning just because you spat on it. That's power, my girl. When this show is over, whatever it is you, Beryl, Demetria and the rest are looking for, the people will give it to them. That dweeb Jerry, he'll never have to worry about a girl giving him the cold shoulder again, because women will throw themselves at him. He'll have more than he can handle. And you, my friend, will be one of the most powerful women in this stinking cesspool of a so-called country. Tonight, we all will make history.
Ebony sat there and looked at her while still rubbing on the black stone. Then, she stopped. Something felt different. It felt like there was some type of mark or scratch on the stone. Ebony looked down to where her finger was, to see an inscription on the bottom. Medusa noticed this and came to see what she was looking at.
MEDUSA: What is that?
EBONY: I don't know…I can't read it.
MEDUSA: Wait, I have an idea. Bring it to the light.
Ebony brought the jewel over to the light while Medusa used her minicomputer. She has it read the words on the stone and then translate it. Then, she read it out loud:
"The bearer of this stone from her had best take flight,
for she heralds a bad moon that will rise this night."
MEDUSA: What do you think of that?
EBONY: I don't know.
Then, Ebony read the words. As soon as she did so, the room went completely dark and a rumble began to happen. Medusa fumbled around the room trying to find a light while Ebony began screaming. Something sounding like thunder and what looked like lightning surrounded Ebony. After a short while, a big BOOM happened and then the light came back on. Medusa looked at Ebony and gasped. Ebony was just standing there…with a dazed and confused look on her face.
EBONY: W-what happened?
MEDUSA: BERYL! DEMETRIA!
Nightfall came and the crowd gathered at the International Stage where the final show was about to take place. The Sailor Guardians along with Dream arrived in their street clothes as they decided it would be better to take a look around first before making their presence known. Lorraine led the others to the backstage area and into a spare dressing room where they were discussing their last minute plans.
LORRAINE: So, you guys wanna transform now or wait a little bit?
AMY: Never let them know you're coming. We wait until we can actually see they're here.
DREAM: Anybody else nervous?
AMY: You're not freakin' out on me, are you?
DREAM: Just a little nervous. I'm ready, though.
AMY: Just remember who these people are and what they will do if they catch you again. You can't spend the rest of your life running.
Dream nodded with a look of determination on her face.
LORRAINE: I'm gonna check out the rest of the area. If they're here, they gotta be somewhere close.
Lorraine went to open the door, only to have The Director burst in.
DIRECTOR: THERE YOU ARE!
LORRAINE: Eh?
DIRECTOR: I didn't think you were gonna show! Well, what are you all waiting for? Get dressed! The show's about to start!
LORRAINE: What? Now?
DIRECTOR: Yes, yes, yes! Didn't you read the script?! You all are gonna show up first and then Sailor V and the others will make their appearance. Come on, people. Let's go!
LORRAINE: Ok, Ok! Can we have some privacy, though?
DIRECTOR: Ok, but hurry up! Time is money!
The Director then slams the door behind him.
TEMPEST: Well…so much for the element of surprise.
TIARA: What script is he talking about?
LORRAINE: I don't know. I never saw any script!
TIARA: Well, the show is not gonna start without us going out there first. But, of course you know that they basically already have the drop on us.
SCARLET: Doesn't matter.
TIARA: Huh?
SCARLET: If we can't surprise them…we'll meet them head on.
LORRAINE: Not like we have a choice anyway.
The Guardians looked at each other and then shrugged their shoulders and transformed into their sailor outfits. Dream did not transform as of yet, however. Then, they all walked to the backstage area. A crew member then walked up to the girls.
CREW MEMBER: 'Scuse me…anyone here named Dream?
DREAM: I am.
CREW MEMBER: You gotta phone call.
DREAM: What? But, how did anyone know I was gonna be here?
CREW MEMBER: Beats me, lady. You want it or not?
DIRECTOR: Not too much longer, Dream! We have a show to run! You people…*grumble**grumble*
Dream followed the Crew Member to the back room where a phone was off the hook.
CREW MEMBER: There it is. It sounded pretty important.
DREAM: Ok. Thank you, sir.
Dream picked up the phone as the Crew Member left. There was a voice that answered her back in Japanese.
DREAM: Hello?
?: Moorido.
DREAM: *gasp* Who…Who is this?!
?: A friend. Don't worry, my battle is not with you. I just wanted to know if it was true.
DREAM: If…If what was true?
?: That Queen Beryl is still alive.
DREAM: Yes…Yes she is…and so is Demetria.
?: Who is Demetria?
DREAM: She calls herself Demetria now…but she is actually Queen Metalia.
?: So…they're both still alive. My suspicions were correct.
DREAM: Who are you?
?: Never mind. There is something you need to know. Beryl and Metalia are looking for some jewel…something that may rival the Legendary Silver Crystal, right?
DREAM: But, how did you know?
?: I've been following them since they left Japan. I watched one of the attacks happen there. I was hoping it was just a minion left over from the past, but I knew who it really was. No minion could have that type of power.
DREAM: I don't understand.
?: The only thing that you need to know is that the thing that they seek, they already have it. The Onyx Crystal is already in their possession. But, it is not your task to take it for yourself. That crystal was never meant to benefit mankind, but to destroy it.
DREAM: WHAT?! ARE YOU TELLING ME I HAVE BEEN BETRAYED?
?: No. Even the people that sent you on this mission were tricked. The Onyx Crystal is meant to be used by only people who are pure evil. With that type of power, whole worlds can be conquered. It is worthless to a good person, however. The only thing you can do is destroy it.
DREAM: How?
?: Take it from the person who possesses it and get away. Then, break it in half. Only Sailor Moon can do this, however.
DREAM: Why only her?
?: Because she is the only other person that the jewel will react to. The other person the jewel will react to is her shadow. You will have to beat her in order to regain the crystal and destroy it.
DREAM: But, could you please tell me who you are and how you know all this?
?: I know all this because when I saw the last person that was killed in the alley back in Japan, I knew that the way they were killed could only be done by such a person as Beryl or Metalia. I really didn't want to believe it. I started looking into why they were still around and I've been following them ever since. I am here right now and I've brought help…just in case.
DREAM: But, who are you?
?: I'm just a black cat. Break a leg, tonight. We'll be watching.
The phone hangs up. Dream slowly hangs up the receiver. Dream starts to think slowly as to who that could've been, when the Director barges in the room.
DIRECTOR: Dream, you're killing me here! Come on, let's go! Let's go!
The Director takes Dream by the arm and pushes her out the door.
Dream meets up with the rest of the Sailor Guardians a few minutes before the show is about to begin. Sailor Moon looks to Dream with a questioning look.
SAILOR MOON: What's going on? Where were you?
DREAM: In the back…on the phone…
SAILOR MOON: What happened?
DREAM: Nothing…except. Sailor Moon…the Onyx Crystal is here.
SAILOR MOON: That thing that Beryl and all of rest have been talking about? It's here? How do you know?
DREAM: The person on the phone told me so. They said that you need to destroy the Crystal. It's no good to us. It's made purely for evil.
SAILOR MOON: How do they know all this? Who were you talking to?
DREAM: I don't know…but whoever it is they are here right now watching us!
Sailor Moon stopped and thought for a moment. She shot a nervous look over to Sailor Mercury, who shrugged her shoulders.
ANNOUNCER: Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls! Look the doors and batten down the hatches, because we are in for a wild night! Prepare yourselves for WAR! The time has finally come for the Grand Finale of SAILOR V!
The audience began to cheer loudly as the spotlights hit the stage. Dream had gotten ready to transform, waiting on the cue to get on-stage so that her transformation would look like special effects.
ANNOUNCER: First, allow me to introduce the opposing side. There are the women that have traveled far and wide, crushing every galaxy in their stead. They seek to do nothing more than to kill, steal, destroy and enslave! They are your enemy! They are my enemy! And their ruthless leader is the one that is responsible for all this. Ladies and Gentlemen, let's give a warm welcome to our "future masters", Sailor Venus and her Evil Empire!
SAILOR VENUS: What?! That's not true!
SAILOR MOON: Dream! Now!
DREAM: DREAM TIME!
Sailor Dream's transformation was used as an entrance for the rest of the Sailor Guardians. After the transformation, all of them were on stage. The audience booed and hissed at them. Sailor Venus walked to the microphone.
ANNOUNCER: There she is, Ladies and Gentlemen, Sailor Venus herself. The evil twin to our very own and very beloved SAILOR V!
SAILOR VENUS: You're making a mistake. We're not the evil ones!
ANNOUNCER: Oh sure…suurreee you're not. Ok. I'll play along. So, you're not the evil ones, huh?
SAILOR VENUS: No, we're not. If anyone's trying to enslave anyone it's Sailor V. She's not who you think she is!
ANNOUNCER: You know, Sailor Venus, we never were formally introduced to any of your friends.
SAILOR VENUS: What?! We don't have time for this! We have to find Sailor V and stop her!
ANNOUNCER: Oh, she'll be here soon enough. You might even say she'll…ahem…drop in?
The announcer winks as the crowd begins to laugh while Sailor Venus was becoming more frustrated.
SAILOR VENUS: Grrr….
The announcer walks up to Sailor Venus and whisper in her ear.
ANNOUNCER: This isn't in the script, but this is good. Work the crowd! She's supposed to come down after we've chatted a bit.
SAILOR VENUS: Alright…you want to me my friends?
ANNOUNCER: Please, introduce yourselves!
SAILOR VENUS: Well, you already know who I am. I am Sailor Venus.
CROWD: BOOOOOOO! HISSSSSS! BOOOOO!
SAILOR VENUS: And the athletic girl in the Silver and Green is Sailor Jupiter.
CROWD: BOOOOO!
SAILOR JUPITER: Right back at you. We already got your money, anyways!
SAILOR VENUS: The beautiful girl in the Aqua Green and Blue is Sailor Mercury.
CROWD: BOOOO!
SAILOR MERCURY: You all need a bath! Every last one of you!
CROWD: BOOOOO!
SAILOR VENUS: The Lovely Lady in the Red is Sailor Mars.
CROWD: BOOOO!
Sailor Moon said nothing, but released a fireball that went skyward in the air. The crowd back up and gasped, but still continued booing.
SAILOR MARS: I…don't…like…being…BOOED!
SAILOR VENUS: The wonderful woman in the white and pink is Sailor Dream.
CROWD: BOOOOO! BOOOOO!
SAILOR DREAM: YOU'RE ALL MEAN! MEAN!
SAILOR VENUS: And last, but certainly not least, the dashing diva in the purple is our true leader, Sailor Moon.
SAILOR MOON: Boo Me! I dare you!
CROWD: BOOOOO!
Sailor Moon started making threatening gestures to the crowd, yelling at them. This was followed by all of the Sailor Guardians, who did the same thing.
ANNOUNCER: Sailor Venus, what do you all want? Why do you feel as if you have to take over the world? Why can't we all just live in peace?
SAILOR VENUS: We are not the ones that are trying to take over the world. We are trying to save it. Your true enemy is that one you call Sailor V.
CROWD: LIAR! BOOOO! I'M NOT BUYING THAT!
SAILOR VENUS: Believe it or not, it's true. You're all being duped. Sailor V and her gang seek nothing more than to bring you all under her control. If she wins this fight, you will see all of your freedoms vanish overnight.
SAILOR V: THAT'S QUITE ENOUGH!
Everyone stopped. They all started to look for where the loud sound came from. It sounded as if it came from a loudspeakers of some sort, but no one really knew from where. Then, all of a sudden, neon lights appeared and they seemed to reach to the top of the sky. They started to flash a pretty spectrum of colors in different displays and patterns. The Sailor Guardians watched as this display happened before them.
Then, two more spotlights shined on what they now made out to be a tower of some sort, almost like something similar to the space needle. And it is right in the same place where the Big Cowboy statue was. As the light became brighter and brighter, fireworks shot up from the tower to ignite the sky. In the flash of those lights, stood five people with four placed around the base of the tower and a fifth person on the very top.
The base of the tower, which was at the top started to slowly lower itself down to the ground. After a few minutes, you could see Sailor V standing at the front of the tower. Beryl and Demetria were on both ends of the tower, looking down at the Sailor Guardians while Jerry was standing on the left side of Sailor V, and on the very top of the base of the tower, stood Ebony. The base lowered all the way on the ground as the crowd cheered and clapped, celebrating the arrival of Sailor V and her friends.
The base landed on the ground and all members jumped down, with Sailor V standing in front wearing a mischievous grin on her face.
SAILOR V: Enough of your lies! Enough of your tricks! You are the true enemy here and you will meet your end this night!
SAILOR VENUS: Why don't you tell the people out there who you really are! Why don't you tell them what this really is!
SAILOR V: They already know what this is really about and who we are. But, most importantly, they know who YOU are.
Imu and Ira walked out from backstage and joined Sailor V and the others. They both had mean scowls on their faces and looked ready to attack at any time. The Sailor Guardians lined up and prepared to defend themselves.
SAILOR V: I'll make you a deal. If you surrender now, there will be no need to battle. You'll go quietly into the night to face the justice you so richly deserve. And, you'll save yourself the embarrassment of defeat in front of all these good people. It's your choice.
SAILOR MOON: Keep your empty deal. We ain't goin' nowhere!
SAILOR MERCURY: If anyone should be worried about being embarrassed, it's you!
SAILOR MARS: And when this is over, the people will know the truth.
SAILOR JUPITER: So, maybe you should be the ones to give up.
SAILOR V: Ha ha ha ha! You know, I'm so glad you've decided to fight anyway. Keeps things more interesting, don't you think?
SAILOR VENUS: Your move.
SAILOR V: No…Not mine. EBONY! NOW!
Ebony trotted to the front and stood defiantly against the Sailor Guardians. She touched the jewel on her ring. Then, she smiled…
EBONY: ONYX MOON!
As she said this, a bright, orange glowing light surrounded her body. It blinded everyone in the audience and the other Sailor Guardians. It didn't take long for everyone to see what had blinded them and as soon as the orange light disappeared, what stood before everyone was Ebony…only now she was wearing a black and orange sailor outfit. Everything was pure black with the exception of her neckerchief, the trim on her hand gloves, boots and her skirt and her tiara which was orange. In her hand was an orange staff with a shiny black orb on top. Her Tiara was a dark, copper-like orange color with a black jewel in the middle of it. Her dark hair went a little past her shoulders. Everyone gasped as it looked like there was another Sailor Guardian standing right in front of them.
SAILOR V: Ladies and Gentlemen, I proudly present to you my newest team member and friend…SAILOR ONYX!
SAILOR MOON: SAILOR ONYX?!
SAILOR ONYX: This night's just full of surprises, ain't it? Get a good look ladies…it'll be your last.
SAILOR V: Oh, we have a few new surprises, too. For example, my outfit just isn't a costume anymore.
Sailor V released golden light that surrounded her body to form a shield. Her eyes shone a bright gold color and she smiled as she made a display of fireworks shoot from her hands.
SAILOR MERCURY: So, they are all just like us now?
SAILOR MARS: Well…this sucks.
SAILOR JUPITER: No it doesn't. It just makes things a little more interesting! They can have all the light shows they want. We're still gonna beat that $ #.
SAILOR VENUS: Hey! Kids are present!
SAILOR JUPITER: Oh, like they haven't heard it before.
SAILOR MOON: Sailor Dream, did you know about this?
SAILOR DREAM: I'm just finding out the same time you are. But, I'll give you one guess as to who has the Onyx Crystal right now.
SAILOR MOON: I pretty sure we're thinking of the same person. But, I don't like to assume. Let's go ask her just to make sure.
Sailor Moon then threw a beam from her staff directly at Sailor Onyx. Sailor Onyx used her staff to block the beam, but it did push her back a little bit. Jerry, Beryl, Demetria, Sailor V and Sailor Onyx all began glowing while the Sailor Guardians did the same. Imu and Ira stood ready, awaiting their next order and paying close attention to the standoff.
SAILOR V: ONYX FOUNDATION…READY!
SAILOR MOON: Onyx Who?
SAILOR DREAM: Oh, that's so cute! You're little club has a name! Do you have a super-secret handshake, too? Soo adorable!
SAILOR VENUS: At least we now know what to put on your tombstones!
SAILOR V: Ha ha ha ha!
BERYL: ATTACK! SHOW NO MERCY!
The Onyx Foundation then charged towards the Sailor Guardians screaming and glowing while the Sailor Guardians charged back towards them. They both met in the middle of the stage and the final battle began as the first blow was struck.
TO BE CONTINUED…