One Month
October 11
New Normal


***Usagi's POV***

Even waking up in her own bed didn't make a 3:00 AM Youma battle more palatable. Any Youma in the middle of the night sucked, but at that hour, there would be no time to go back to sleep when the fight was done.

Mamoru poked her awake as the communicator started beeping, and she sat up to talk. Flipping the watch face she looked down and saw Ami, her eyes tired. "Hey Usagi, weird reading from one of the pre-schools caught the Mercury Computer. I'm about to head out, can you meet me there? I'll call the others."

"On our way," Usagi said, and saw the coordinates appear on the screen. She flipped the lid closed when Ami disconnected and leaped out of the bed, careful to make no noise. Luna stretched and stood, and Mamoru was already standing at the window, hand outstretched. She picked Luna up, then grabbed on and they climbed out onto the little balcony. They hopped onto a tree branch then landed in the grass.

She rarely ever left her house as Sailor Moon. It seemed like a dumb move to leave and arrive in henshin. It would only draw attention to her family, and she didn't want them hurt. They moved swiftly, going over two streets before they entered an L shaped alley. It was one of her favored henshin spots because of the lack of visibility from the street.

As soon as they had transformed Sailor Moon and Tuxedo Kamen leapt up onto the roof of the building and took off. Sailor Moon checked the location again and they adjusted course once, but she knew where the preschool was. It had been the school Shingo had attended when he was younger. They moved swiftly through the night, knowing they had to get in, destroy the Youma, and get out long before the children showed up.

::He's here. Over on the third roof on the left.:: Tuxedo Kamen's voice sounded in her head.

::I know. He's good. I hope he shows at the next one.::

::He will. Very crafty. Master of disguise. Metallia is using that. I almost didn't see him yesterday.::

::He's going to horrified at this memory.:: Sailor Moon answered sadly.

There was an anger in her, knowing the dark kingdom was going after children. A deep loathing of all things evil. She knew she had to do something to end these battles once and for all. But she wasn't ready. None of them were. Hopefully, with their new plan, they would be able to turn the tide in their favor.

The two heroes sat on a roof across from Azabu Pre-School, watching. Behind them Mercury had already arrived, as had Mars. They waited for Jupiter and Venus. Luna, sitting on Sailor Moon's shoulder, assessed the scene in front of her. The Youma seemed very similar to the one they had faced only hours before.

It too was female, and it had the ability to replicate itself. Where once only one had stood, now five entered the building, carrying something in their hands. It looked like toys.

"Mercury, scan those things before they take them inside," Sailor Moon hissed. "We have to run scans on everything in there before we leave."

Mercury had already whipped out her computer before the Moon Senshi finished speaking and was nodding and muttering under her breath. They heard the thump of boots that announced Jupiter. A second later Venus landed, her heels barely making a whisper.

"Sorry I'm late," she said quietly. "There was another issue that came up. A human one. I'll tell you as soon as were done. What do we have?"

"Okay, the Youma can replicate itself. We don't know if there's a limit. The one Sailor Moon and I faced yesterday had three, but it could have had more we just didn't know about. I'm assuming you have to kill all pieces for it to die." Tuxedo Kamen pointed below. "They were carrying something into the school."

"Do we have the scans yet Mercury?" Sailor Moon asked, ready to move in.

"Done," she answered, clicking the little computer closed.

::Flanking or head on?:: She asked Tuxedo Kamen.

::Flanking,:: he answered.

"Okay, there are three entrances to the school. Try not to break the doors or locks if you can help it. Jupiter and Mercury, go to the left. Venus and Mars, the right. Kamen and I will take the front. Got it?"

"Got it!"

"Do as little damage to the school as possible."

"Hai!" they all agreed and six heroes jumped down to the street, four quickly disappearing into the shadows while the two leaders moved to the school's front entrance. She looked over at her Soul-Bonded when they reached the door. He inclined his head, and she swung it open wide. He moved in first and the two of them moved silently through the building. At least five enemies were inside. Now they had to find and destroy them.

Sailor Moon peered into a classroom and hissed. The Youma was doing something, mixing items in with the toys. Tuxedo Kamen moved up behind her and peered into the window over her shoulder. The creature hadn't spotted them yet. She nodded to him and opened the door. They didn't announce themselves. Tuxedo Kamen worked vines and Sailro Moon tore her tiara off her head. She charged it with a whisper and threw it, destroying the creature in one swift movement.

Unlike the day before, this one lay in a pile of dust on the floor. Sailor Moon looked it over carefully, unsure what to make of it, when her communicator beeped.

"The things just disappeared," Mercury said. "I think you must have hit the real one and the others were attached to it, because the two I saw just faded away, looking surprised."

"The two on our end are gone too," Venus announced.

"Alright, then search every inch of this school," Sailor Moon commanded. "Nothing hurts those kids."

As they were carrying out the toys that had been modified to steal energy, Sailor Moon turned to Venus. "So, what happened?" she asked

"My mom and dad are flying back to England this morning," Venus said, her eyes sad. "They only agreed to let me stay if I raised their portion of my earnings to twenty percent. It pissed me off. I mean, it's not like I would tell them no on anything they wanted. Most of my money just goes into investments and savings. I'm not exactly using much of it. It just feels like I'm nothing more than a commodity to them."

"I'm sure they love you," Sailor Moon said.

"Maybe, I don't know. Your parents actually light up when they look at you and Shingo. Mine only light up when they look at Yen. I know real love." She sighed, looking defeated.

"You'll just have to be my sister and borrow my parents. They love you," Sailor Moon smiled and threw her arm around the Senshi of Love.

The girl gave a grateful smile, then rested her head on her friend's shoulders. "I want Kunzite," she admitted sadly. "He always loved me."

Sailor Moon hid a smile. If she had her way, he would again, very soon.

"I know," she murmured.

"I'm afraid I'll have to fight him," she confessed. "I hate what they've done to him."


***Naru's POV***

She sat at her desk staring down at the little silver bracelet Sailor Moon had given her. It was beautiful, and would be taken as just jewelry by anyone who saw it. The little moon on top was hardly raised at all. She had twisted it several times, but hadn't pressed the button. She just wanted to know exactly how it worked. Just in case she ever needed it. She was sure she would.

Naru never meant to find herself in trouble. She just had a knack for it.

Her mind turned away from those thoughts and focused back on Usagi. She was back. She'd be coming to school that morning, hopefully. She was glad about that. She'd really missed her best friend. No one else really compared. They'd been best friends since their first day of preschool, and that would never change. No Youma, no boyfriends, no other friends, would ever stop that.

But she missed her. Naru was perfectly aware that Usagi and Sailor Moon were one and the same. It hadn't even been difficult to figure out. How else would a superhero who had never fought before know her name on the night of her first battle. Naru snorted. She'd gotten better at hiding her identity over time, but by then it had been too late. Naru could see through whatever magic blocked everyone else's eyes.

She heard the pounding of feet that announced Umino. They'd been dating for a few months, and the kid was sweet, but he hadn't changed much. He still liked to appear out of strange hiding spots and scare the living daylights out of people. He always made her lunch now. She couldn't bear to tell him he wasn't very good at it. It was the thought that counted. In other ways though, he was perfect for her. Especially his ability to ferret out information. And he loved her, completely. She adored him too. Even his faults only made her grin.

Umino entered the room and moved quietly over to her. "Alright, here's the scoop," he whispered. "There were some Youma at the preschool I used to go to this morning. My mom was talking about it and I saw something on the news. The Senshi and Tuxedo Kamen got there in time. No kids hurt. But they left a warning. Apparently the things were bringing toys in with them. They checked every toy they could find, but said if there was anything the teachers didn't recognize to call them and they would come collect them. Even left a phone number. The reporters saw them carrying several small bags of things outside and then Sailor Mars burned them up."

He paused for a tiny breath, then continued. "So anyways, I saw a few pictures flash on the screen, and Tuxedo Kamen was hugging Sailor Moon and she kissed him on the cheek. Now you and I both know who she disappeared with, and I think we can safely say we know who he is now. It's so weird, as soon as I thought it I could actually see him in the picture, so, just say his name in your mind then look at the picture and tell me if I'm right." He was panting as he handed her the newspaper clipping of Tuxedo Kamen. It was an older article, but he was right, as soon as she said Mamoru's name in her mind, she could tell who it was.

"Wow. So they really did get together then." Naru exclaimed, happy for her friend. "Took them long enough."

"You're telling me," Umino laughed. He grabbed the clipping and hid it in his pocket, then looked at the little silver bracelet again. "She really loves you, you know?"

"I know," Naru said smiling. "I think maybe it's time we tell her we know. But we have to be careful about it. I'm pretty sure Motoki knows as well, and maybe her parents."

"Shingo's still clueless though," Umino said, his smile smug. "But he's obsessed with all things Sailor Moon right now. According to Mika's cousin, she's busy creating him Senshi dolls, and the first one is Sailor Moon."

"Haruna-sensei is coming," Naru said quietly. She pasted on a frown and pulled out a homework sheet. "I just don't get it Umino!" she wailed loudly and obnoxiously. "You have to help me!"

Over time the two of them had perfected the art of subterfuge. She hid her smile when the sensei rolled her eyes. Perfect.

"Hey Naru, hey Umino!" Usagi's voice came from the doorway. They looked up to see her standing there, Mamoru at her back. Both of them blinked, a bit shocked, and then they remembered how early the Youma battle had been. Of course they would have had extra time that morning. Both of them waved at the new couple.

Usagi went to the front of the classroom then, and Naru stood, walking carefully over to Mamoru. She wanted to make sure she worded this carefully. "Hey Mamoru-san, how are you doing?"

"Pretty good," he said. "I uh, just got back from my uh, grandfather's funeral." Chiba Mamoru was not a good liar. Not at all. He really needed to work on that.

"Sorry to hear that. Anyways, I'm glad you and Usagi are both back safely. Um, I just wanted you to pass a message for me, but it has to wait until after school okay?"

"Sure," he said, but gave her a strange look.

"Um, just tell Usagi I said thank you for the gift." She smiled and turned away before he could try to deny it. She didn't want him to have to lie to her. It would make him feel bad.


***Mamoru's POV***

Mamoru hid his yawn behind his cup of coffee as Sasake-sensei handed him the packet.

"I shouldn't be doing this, you know. Three tests in here. They're all take home. Just don't tell anyone. And I'm sorry again about your grandfather. Such a shame."

Mamoru turned and headed to his seat, sending a look of thanks to Artemis as he did. He was so thankful the cat had come and helped with his teacher's memories. Hopefully it would go smoothly all day. Part of him felt guilty about the lies. He'd never known any of his grandparents. They had apparently all passed before his parents, but Artemis had made a good point. Why fail if you didn't have to.

It just felt, to Mamoru, that they had to do a lot of lying to keep themselves, and the people around them, safe. He wished there was another way. The night before, over dinner with the Tsukino's, Mamoru had gotten the distinct impression that they were fully aware of their daughter's alter-ego. And probably his as well. He remembered how the first meeting with them had ended so abruptly and they'd automatically made excuses for him and Usagi instead of waiting for her to do it.

He wondered if she'd picked up on that yet.

Naru was perfectly aware of who they were. He'd gotten that message loud and clear. He would have to tell Usagi when he picked her up that afternoon. In a way he was glad. She needed to have her best friend back. And having Motoki was nice for Mamoru because he wasn't involved. It was like having a dose of reality right there. It reminded him why he fought, why he tried so hard.

He sat in his seat, Artemis jumping onto the windowsill. That was another thing that was different. Artemis and Luna as advisors, and even friends. Motoki came into the classroom and his eyes widened at the sight of the white cat. He came and sat next to Mamoru. The two of them were in their last year of high school, and looking forward to college. They no longer had to deal with things like assigned seats.

"Hey Mamoru. Why is Artemis here?"

"Bit of memory modification on all our teachers. He's making them think my grandfather died."

"Cool."

Mamoru gave Motoki a look. Obviously the other boy didn't see how sticky the situation could get. Motoki tended to take everything so lightly. Not that that was always a bad thing. It was part of what made them such good friends. Motoki could help him have fun and relax, while Mamoru helped his friend study and do serious things. He wanted to keep the friendship. He still hadn't fully forgiven the blonde, but he was trying.

"Saw the news this morning." Motoki said after a few minutes. "Was it bad?"

"No. None of the kids had arrived yet, so we got it done fast. It was just after three."

"Good. I hate that they targeted kids."

"Me too."

They had to stop talking then, as the bell for class rang and the sensei began his lesson. Mamoru took careful notes, keeping one part of his mind on what the teacher was saying. With the other half he was busy focusing on the plan he and Usagi had come up with. They were in the final stages of it, and just had to wait for each one of the Dark Generals to appear. They even had a location for the final portion, but that would have to wait until they had caught all of them.

He sighed, making a few notes. Artemis was peeking over and he held up the sheet carefully so the cat could see. He noticed the gleam in his eye. The cat was happy about what they were doing. Anything to make Minako happy again was a good thing in his mind, Mamoru knew. Plus, if they had their way, they would have four fewer enemies.

With a smile, Mamoru went back to his work.


***Motoki's POV***

Motoki smiled with a bit of mischievous glee. He was waiting and watching, preparing for their arrival with bated breath. Usagi hadn't had detention today, and Mamoru was going to walk with her. He was so excited to see them he was bouncing on the balls of his feet.

He couldn't wait to see people's reactions.

While they hadn't announced what they were doing to the regulars, everyone had noticed the two were missing from the arcade, and had asked about them. Not just friends either. Complete strangers, people he hadn't really ever talked to had come up to ask if they were alright. And he learned and interesting fact. Many of his regular customers came to the arcade because they were looking forward to watching, "the adorable arguing couple." Motoki snorted.

Now of course, they would be the adorable lovey-dovey couple. No one would come for that. He supposed he'd just have to find a new couple who refused to see reason. He rubbed his hands together in anticipation. He could see them coming. They were smiling, holding hands even. It was so perfect.

He pretended to be completely preoccupied with wiping down the counter. It was his favorite trick. People didn't think you noticed things when you were cleaning. He hid a smile as they approached the door. The bell rang and in the two walked in, laughing over something. He looked around carefully and saw exactly what he'd hoped to see.

Every eye was turned towards the door. Every jaw was open. Around the room the music of defeat rang from the games, spoons and cups hit the tabletops, and then there was silence for almost a full minute as people stared at Usagi and Mamoru.

Perfect.

They didn't notice of course. He was too busy kissing her for them to see anything.

"So, Usagi-chan, Mamoru-kun? How was school today? Motoki called out." Silence reigned as the two broke apart and headed to the counter.

That was when Usagi noticed the stares. She squeaked and hid behind Mamoru, whose face turned an interesting shade, almost lobster red. Motoki lost it. He laughed so hard his sides ached and he nearly fell to the floor. Tears poured down his face as he howled his laugher. For a long moment he was the only one enjoying the moment, and then Mamoru chuckled as well.

Soon everyone was laughing and congratulating the new couple. Usagi was eventually coaxed out of hiding, but her face was probably going to be red for the rest of the afternoon. Someone in the crowd around the pair asked if they would still argue every once in a while and Usagi looked up with an evil grin.

"You realize he's male don't you?" She said to the young lady who'd asked. The girl started to giggle.

"Hey!" Mamoru said, pretending to glare. He knew she didn't really mean anything by it. So instead, he picked her up and tossed her over his shoulder and walked around the arcade as though he'd won a prize. And Motoki had to admit, if there was a contest, he really had taken the top prize. That girl was perfect for him.

Usagi beat his shoulders of course, but it was just for show. She was laughing too hard to be angry.

Eventually things calmed and the two sat at a booth, working on homework together. He was helping her with something, and she seemed to be understanding. Motoki brought them both a chocolate shake. It was the least he could do after all.

At five the two left, and Motoki waved them away, wishing they could have stayed longer. He knew they were going to the Hikawah Jinga to train, but he wanted them around. He sighed.

Naru and Umino came in then, and he perked up. Those two would do a bit of arguing he was sure.


***Rei's POV***

Pointing Yuichiro towards a section that needed raking, Rei sighed and kneaded her back before going to close up the stand. She checked the time. She still had ten minutes. She had to get everything cleaned up and the windows closed so she could close it down for the night.

Rei couldn't wait until she had a bit more help. She had found a young girl who wanted to be a miko (shrine maiden) and was thinking of the best way to train her. The girl was in sixth grade, and though she was young, her willingness to learn had impressed the fire Senshi.

Sometimes Usagi or one of the other girls would help her, but they had their own issues too. Usagi was the best at just showing up and pitching in, though no one would have guessed. Most people wouldn't have thought the two of them were best friends either. With the arguing and sticking their tongues out, they might have seemed like they didn't like each other. The truth was Usagi was much like a sister to her.

Humming under her breath as she worked, Rei closed the windows and pulled down the bamboo shades. Then she made sure everything was properly put away and swept the floor. Selling talismans and the like was one of their sources of income, and Rei had learned to enjoy making them. She was quite good at it.

But right now she had to turn her focus. The others would be arriving soon and she had to have her mind on training. She moved quickly away and checked once more on her grandfather, who was still kneeling in front of the Great Fire. She would have to ask Yuichiro to tend to it while she was busy.

Then she moved into the back room and grabbed a couple of large packages and two long mats. She dragged them outside with her. She probably should have waited for help, but it was already almost 5:30. She wanted to be set up for them. They were going to be working in a large field through a patch of woods. It was one of the areas Tokyo hadn't taken over, and she was grateful for it. It gave them an area to work in, to practice their attacks without danger of hurting someone, and where they could train without being caught.

Makoto caught up to her and took the mats and one of the bags. She smiled as she lifted them like they were nothing. Perhaps to Sailor Jupiter they were nothing. Even when she wasn't in henshin the girl was stronger than she would have ever believed. Just as Ami was smart no matter what form she was in, and Mars was spiritual, and Minako was full of love energy.

Usagi though. Usagi was different. It had taken them a long time to realize she hadn't picked up the fighting like the rest of them had. She had certain skills that came easily. Others however... Rei had lost count of the times Usagi had nearly been skewered because she wasn't as fast on her feet. Worse, she often had to get closer than they did to defeat the Youma. And it was nearly always her that had to destroy them, in spite of the lack of instincts.

Which brought Rei to what she wanted to discuss tonight. In private of course. She just wanted to ask her what she thought about it. She unfolded a little table and set it up, putting food and drinks on top of it, so that everyone could get what they needed. She hummed under her breath again. Something was trying to make itself known to her, but she couldn't put her finger on it.

She turned and looked at the sky automatically. No crows. She heard the annoyed squawk. Phobos and Deimos were a few feet behind her settled on a branch about shoulder height if she were standing. She grinned and threw a handful of bread crusts over to them. This time the squawk was a happy one and the two crows settled down on the grass to have their treat.

She'd first noticed the two of them when she'd moved to the shrine shortly after her mother's death. They'd been near constant companions ever since. Sometimes they followed her off the grounds of the shrine, to her school, or even the arcade, and once, into battle. They were her spirit guides, and her friends.

Usagi and Mamoru came next and she moved over to pull them to one side. "Hey Usagi!" She smiled and gave her friend a hug.

"Hey Rei. What's up?"

"Okay, I had a thought about something, and I wanted your opinion on it. You know how a while ago we talked about how you don't seem to have the same kind of instincts we do? How your strengths are so different? Well, I was thinking, what if we do a type of training where we can focus on separate weaknesses. Like an hour or two a week you train us on things like creating quick plans and strategies for battles, and then two hours a week we train you to work on balance. I even thought I could give you some tai chi videos to work on at home."

"I think that's a great idea Rei," Usagi said, enthusiastically. She looked over her shoulder at Mamoru. "Is there anything you struggle with?"

"I don't know if I necessarily struggle or not, but I think I need to practice swordsmanship skills. Something tells me I'm going to need it, though I don't know why." Mamoru frowned, obviously lost in thought.

"I think we could all use that skill. We have to use the sword to lock Metallia back up, but none of us has any training." Rei said this with a frown. She waved Makoto over.

"Hey, do you have any sword training?" The taller girl shook her head. "But I have an old sensei who could teach us the basics."

"That would be great," Usagi said, her voice quiet. "Could you call later and set up a meeting. I don't mind going to a dojo, but it would be nice if they could come here."

"Consider it done."

Luna and Artemis came in with Minako and Ami then, and they began stretching and working out before Usagi set them practicing their innate elemental abilities. Then, Mamoru decided to work on self defense and he and Makoto had them aching within ten minutes. It was one of the best training sessions they'd ever had.


***Kenji's POV***

At 7:15 Kenji paced to the front door and opened it wide. He had a feeling Usagi would be on time, since she was with Mamoru. Shingo was setting the table and making gagging noises behind him. Ikuko was singing as she put the finishing touches on their dinner. Kenji had nothing to do but wait. That could be frustrating at times. So often everything was done or almost done when he returned from work.

He saw Mamoru and Usagi coming up the street. He'd been right. Mamoru was going to be a good influence on Usagi, he was sure. Of course, she'd be a good influence on him too, in other ways. He'd spent much of the morning doing research. Not just on Chiba Mamoru, but also on Tuxedo Kamen. He'd done plenty on Sailor Moon over the past few months. Enough that he'd known Tuxedo Kamen first appeared on that very same night as her, and that if Tuxedo Kamen didn't exist, his daughter probably would have died numerous times during those first few months.

He was very grateful then, that Tuxedo Kamen did exist.

Since they'd returned they'd had two battles. Both times Tuxedo Kamen and Sailor Moon had been seen close together, and they'd done an incredible job. This morning's Youma fight had been too close to home for comfort. Shingo's old school. It made him realize that anyone was susceptible to the enemy. The last of his stubbornness had faded. If the evil was going after children and his daughter could stop them, he would be selfish to stop her, wouldn't he? It wasn't something he really wanted to think about.

He sighed, then pasted on a smile and waved as Usagi looked up.

"Come on in. Your mother is just bringing the food to the table." He ushered the teenagers inside and turned towards the kitchen while they took their shoes off. He grabbed one of the pitchers of tea Ikuko had made and brought it to the table, then sat, waiting.

Soon everyone was sitting and conversation flew around the table. Mostly from Shingo, who was pestering his sister for a hint on the newest Sailor Senshi game. He didn't understand the instructions she gave the boy, but he asked to be excused only a few minutes later, his mouth full, the rest of his food somehow gone.

Ikuko laughed and shooed him away. "Usagi, you should wait until he's done eating," she said, still smiling.

"Sorry haha," she whispered, but ruined it with a giggle. "Did you see how excited he was?" Everyone nodded.

"Doesn't take much to make him happy," Kenji said. "You either, for that matter."

"So how was your teacher about letting you make up your school work Mamoru?" Ikuko asked.

"Better than I thought honestly. My homeroom teacher had a whole packet for me. I have to have it turned in by next Monday though."

"Well, when you two are done eating, why don't you go upstairs and work. We already know Haruna-sensei agreed to do the same for Usagi. I called her yesterday to make sure."

"She did," Usagi said. "Even tests." She grimaced at that.

"I have tests too," Mamoru said. "Three of them."

"Are they open book or closed?"

"One closed, two open," Mamoru said.

"Two closed, two open," Usagi said a second later.

"Alright, Sunday night you guys will do the closed book tests in here with me and I will write both of you notes for your teachers." Ikuko smiled at Mamoru whose jaw had dropped.

"Th-thank you," he stuttered gratefully.

"Anytime," she said. "Now rinse your plates and go upstairs." She gave them a mock frown.

Kenji sat quietly until they had gone. "You know he spent the night?"

"Of course I do. But they didn't do anything. He's too respectful for that."

"I know. But that isn't the point. The point is, how is it they are already so inseparable?"

"I don't know. Do you think we should confront them about who they are?"

"I don't know. I just don't know. I know they think they're protecting us."

They stopped talking then, as Shingo raced into the room to grab a drink from the fridge. Ikuko waved Kenji away to do some work while she cleaned up the mess. He would have rather stayed and talked to her some more, but he knew he had to finish a report he'd put off while doing his research. Everything was ready, he just had to type it to make sure it was in on time for the morning edition.

He climbed up the stairs. Usagi's door was closed and he heard raised voices from inside. His hand was on the doorknob when he realized Mamoru was arguing with Luna. He stayed still to listen.

"... saying you don't have a point, Luna, I'm only saying I think in this case it's actually more dangerous not to tell the truth."

"What do you mean?"

"Well, what if something happens and they don't even know to contact us. At least if we tell them, they know we can help. Besides, they treat me so well, I hate lying."

"Mamoru, you really aren't going to change Luna's mind. Trust me. I've had this conversation a dozen times. But now Motoki knows and Naru knows..." she trailed off.

"It'll be okay. We can go put a glamour on her tonight. Stronger than Motoki's. Much, much, stronger. I just don't get how she's been attacked so many times."

"Well she has the panic button now," Luna said primly. "So does Motoki."

"I'd like one for my family too." Usagi said. Kenji heard a sigh. "And I think Mamoru's right Luna. We should tell them who we are."

"I'll make them something, but I have to figure out what." Luna said. "Something that detects the danger and sends out a signal."

"I wish we could put something like that all over the city." Usagi said. "Right now we only have the four corners. Can you imagine if we knew the absolute second they appeared?"

"As you get more and more used to working with your crystals, you'll be able to feel them yourselves. Who knows, you might already feel it and not even notice." Luna sounded sleepy. "Artemis is coming to get me at eleven. Mind if I nap?"

"No," the two teens muttered. Kenji smiled. Usagi had pulled the same trick on him and her mother a few times. Changing the subject and then doing something else so she didn't have to give up on something. The cat was smart, he'd give her that.

He frowned. Maybe he should just tell them they already knew.