I do not own Sailor Moon, or it's Characters.
Created own Characters: Sailor Star Striker/Striker, the Children of the Senshi, Seiya's family, and Kakyuu's family.
Created Own Evil: Starlight, and Darkness's Army.
SEIYA
It hurts knowing Odango doesn't trust me, and I hate seeing her acting like strangers with the others. I guess I can't blame her. I don't know what I'd do, if those I trust the most attacked me. It must be killing Odango, as she didn't even look at us, when she left to go on patrol, and the Children didn't seem pleased either, as they left to go train.
I could tell the others weren't fully pleased, with the idea of our Children fighting, which I wasn't either, but we really have no choice.
"This is all bullshit", Haruka groaned, looking pissed. "We should be the ones fighting with Koneko, not our Children", she stated angrily.
"Well Cheiko, Saki, Kei and Emi really have no choice, as they were summoned", Taiki mentioned, looking torn as to what to feel. "So I guess we can't really stop the others", she added, looking over at me.
"I know Akihiko and Usa will fight no matter what", I sighed, knowing they were like me in that reguard. "Akihiko has already shown he's here to protect Odango", I added, actually proud of my Son.
I know I don't like him speaking to me the way he has, but I can't help admire his loyalty to Odango, and it kind of makes me feel a little relieved to know he is watching over her.
"Sora will fight with Akihiko", Haruka sighed, running her hand through her hair.
"And Manami will fight with Sora", Michiru added, with a meek smile.
Sora and Manami my be half Sisters, but they are much like Haruka and Michiru are, as in where one is, the other is too.
"Ryo will fight with Akihiko also", Ami mentioned, looking at Taiki concerned.
"I know Akane won't back out of a fight", Rei spoke, with the slightest hint of pride in her voice.
"And Maki will fight, since she has been hurt by what happened", Setsuna mentioned, looking sadly at Mamoru.
I don't know what is going on between those two. Are they trying to work things out?. I still don't know why Mamoru suddenly agreed to Starlight's request to marry, as I have wondered if he was being controlled, or was he acting of his own accord. I hope they do work it out, as they did seem happy together.
"There is one thing you are all forgetting", Queen Kakyuu spoke up.
"And what's that?", I asked, curious to know what she knew.
"They want to fight because of Usagi", she replied smiling.
"What do you men?", Setsuna asked confused.
"Usagi is a Hero to alot of people", Queen Kakyuu started explaining. "Her story is somewhat of a legend. The Princess been reborn, and going against destiny, following her heart. She is a sign of hope, and many would come to her aid if needed, and that goes double for your children", she continued, smiling brightly. "They look up to Usagi, and though they all wish to be great Senshi or warriors like their Parents, they also wish to be like Usagi, fighting to keep others safe simply because they care", she added, sounding somewhat in awe. "You should be proud that your Children have learnt to fight with their hearts, just like Usagi does, and lets no forget the three Men, who have known Usagi for a long time. They too want to fight beside her, as she has saved them numerous times, and I know the Guards, and Starlights are honoured to be at her side also. Don't deny your children the chance, to fight for what they believe in. I think we all know what is possible, if one is allowed to follow their heart", she finished, before heading to the door with King Jiro.
I knew what she meant in that last bit. She was referring to Odango chosing her own life, and how if she hadn't, we wouldn't have Children to worry about most likely. We are all living lives we love, because of Odango, and now knowing that, I could never tell my Children no.
"Thank you", I smiled, stopping her from leaving.
"The one you should thank is Usagi", the Queen responded warmly, looking back at me. "Not everyone can touch so many hearts, and make a difference in so many lives", she added, before walking out the door.
I sat there a moment, thinking about what she said, and realised I had in part forgotten just how much Odango has done for so many. She has done more than most, and I know for a fact my life wouldn't be half of what is is now, if I hadn't met her.
"Usagi is unique", Michiru smiled, looking at me with a kind smile.
"I know I wouldn't be where I am now without her", Yaten mentioned, looking at Minako.
"None of us would", Rei smiled, looking proud. "We're all friends because of her, and we certainly have better lives because of her", she added, shaking her head.
"I still don't like the idea, but I think we should let them fight", Haruka sighed defeated. "I'd rather have them at Koneko's side, than have her stand alone", she added, to which I fully agreed.
"Then we need tell her", Hotaru suggested, standing from the table.
We all stood and followed, and waited outside, for Odango to return, which unfortunately wasn't till after Dinner, but again we all waited, needing to speak with her. I'm so glad I'd asked my Parents, if Seiji could stay with them, as I didn't want him around all this tension at the moment. I really need to talk with him, but that will have to wait.
It was obvious Odango didn't really want to talk to us, and it hurt alot hearing her actually say she doesn't trust us, but nothing hurt more, than when she said we were to stay out of her way. I refused to accept that, and so I followed her to our room, and told her I would continue to protect her, just like I always have. Of course she then runs into the Bathroom, but I wasn't going to give up.
I headed downstairs, and asked Taiki if I could use her Bathroom, to which she said yes, and after I showered, I rushed back upstairs, changed into my pajamas, and laid on the couch. I closed my eyes, when I heard the Bathroom door open, and felt Odango as she neared me, hoping she believed I was asleep, and was thankful when I heard her turn the light off. I was determined to be near her, even if it meant sleeping on the couch, and once I heard her snoring softly, I allowed myself to drift off.
I was of course thankful Odango woke me from my dream, or nightmare I should say, as it was horrifying to say the least. I didn't want to tell her about it, but she pleaded, so I did, but I was more than surprised when she offered me her hand. I took it, wondering what she was up to, and when she hinted for me to sleep in our bed, I knew not to get my hopes up, but climbed in beside her.
Then she tells me she is willing to try, because she can't live without me, and her words were music to my ears. But then she goes and starts feeling guilty, and there was no way I was going to let her feel that again. I know she is determined to fight Starlight, and destroy the Brooch, but I know in my heart she isn't strong enough at the moment, and that's why I waited till she fell asleep, before I even closed my eyes. She may not let me fight with her, but I can care for her when she's resting.
"USAGI WAKE UP".
I woke with a start, hearing the yelling, and looked at the door, just in time to see Striker burst in.
"They're attacking the town", he cried, as Odango got out of bed.
"Odango", I called, as she went to leave the room.
"Just watch over our children", Odango spoke quickly, before rushing out of the room.
I got out of bed, and dressed, before heading downstairs, where I found the others, standing on the Palace steps, looking at our Daughters.
"What are they doing?", I asked, confused as to why our Daughters were just standing there.
The nine of them were just standing there, in a straight line, keeping their eyes open, and looking prepared to face whatever came their way.
"They're ready in case something happens", Taiki replied, seeming impressed.
"I guess the guys went with Odango", I sighed, wishing I was with her too.
"They did", Michiru nodded.
"I still can't believe my Husband is fighting", Makoto mentioned worried. "I never thought that would happen, but he seems happy to be fighting beside Usagi", she added, looking at Rei and Hotaru.
"Yuuichirou would probably be having the time of his life right now", Rei smiled, shaking her head. "He told me he'd keep an eye on Usagi, and Akane for me", she added pleased.
"This is Shingo's dream come true", Hotaru mentioned, with a happy smile.
"It is?", I questioned surprised.
"Yes", Hotaru nodded, smiling a little bigger. "He is very proud to call Usagi his Sister, though he never shows it, and is very protective of her. He'll never admit to it, but finding out Usagi is Sailor Moon, made Shingo question himself. He didn't want to be just Usagi's little Brother anymore, he wanted to be a Bother to her like Striker is. He wants to protect her, and be there for. I'm very proud of him", she spoke, blushing a little.
I am also very proud of Shingo. He is like a younger Brother to me, and to hear he wanted to be someone Odango could rely on, touches me deeply. He, Yuuichirou and Motoki all asked to become Guards, wanting to learn how to use a sword, and help protect those they love. I never understood why, but now I do. Odango has touched their lives, just as she has mine.
We stood there watching our Daughters, for about an hour, which I spent most of worried for Odango.
"They're on their way back", Kei announced, rushing towards the gates.
The others followed, as did I, and once we got to the gates, we waited, until finally we saw them coming towards us, all bearing minor injuries, though Odango looked like she'd recieved a few major hits.
"Oh my God Mum are you alright?", Usa asked, rushing towards them.
I wanted to rush to her also, but hung back, knowing things still aren't that great between Odango and I, but I was relieved seeing Akihiko supporting her.
"I'm fine Usa. It's nothing I haven't experienced before", Odango replied. "Did anything happen here?", she asked, hoping all was well.
"No", Saki replied, as we all headed towards the Place.
"What happened with you guys?", Kei asked, moving to walk beside me.
"We fought the army, but then Starlight showed up", Akihiko replied angrily. "She and Mum talked, then when Starlight disappeared, Mum was attacked by the army, but we managed to defeat them", he added, causing all to stop and look at Odango.
"What did she say?", I asked, looking at my Wife curiously.
"Alot of things", Odango replied worried. "But most importantly, that she has something planned, before she faces me", she added looking worried.
"Do you know what?", Motoki asked, as we started walking again.
"No. But with her, it's best we prepare for the worse", Odango replied.
I didn't like hearing that she had spoken with Starlight, and something told me Odango was keeping something to herself, which hurt, because we never have secrets.
I followed them inside, and waited till Akihiko and Striker had left Odango with the Healer, before I decided to go talk to her.
"You alright Odango?", I asked, as I entered the room.
"I really wish people would stop asking me that", she groaned in reply, as she sat on a bed. "But I'm fine", she added, as the Healer tended to her back.
"How..how did Akihiko go?', I asked nervously, already knowing my Son would have been fine.
"He fights like you", she smiled in reply. "I'm really proud of him", she added, smiling brightly.
"So am I", I agreed, moving a little closer to her. "We raised him good Odango", I beamed proudly.
"That we did", she nodded in response.
Silence then fell between us, till the Healer finished with her, and I walked beside her, as we headed back up to our room, so she could change.
"He knows Seiya", Odango spoke, as she looked in the mirror.
"Who knows what?", I asked, as I sat on the bed.
"Akihiko", she replied, letting her hair fall over her face. "He knows that we thought each other was dead when I was pregnant with him", she added, shocking me deeply. "He asked why I kept him, if I was going to be alone. I told him I kept him, because I loved him, and that he is the proof I could change my destiny and be happy", she continued, sounding sad. "He's so angry Seiya. He hates that we've had to fight so much, and he wants to protect me, but I'm scared he'll get hurt", she sobbed, crumbling to her knees.
I rushed over, and wrapped my arms around her, allowing her to cry in my arms, while I shed a few of my own tears.
"He'll be alright", I assured her, wishing I could believe it. "They will all be fine", I added, also concerned for our three Daughters.
"Promise me you'll protect them", she pleaded, holding me tightly.
"You know I will", I promised, a little hurt that she asked, as she should know I'd protect them.
I continued to hold her, as she cried, but soon she settled down, and relaxed into my embrace.
"What happened to your hand?", she asked, suddenly grabbing my now scarred hand.
"I woke up and found it cut", I replied, as she traced the scar on my palm. "I don't know how it got there, but the others have one aswell", I added, as she continued to touch it.
"That's how she made the other versions of you", Odango spoke angry. "She has all of Darkness's knowledge, so she knows how to create evil beings", she added, holding my hand against her chest.
"What else did she say to you?", I asked, feeling my heart beat wildly, at having her so close.
"She said I'm wasting my powers protecting everyone, when I could be ruling the Universe", she replied shaking. "That was her plan, when she was going to marry Mamoru. She wanted to rule the Universe like Darkness wanted", she mentioned, moving out of my arms.
I watched her stand, and look into the mirror again, though she could barely see her face through her hair, and I knew there was something she wasn't telling me.
"Please tell me what's bothering you", I pleaded, as I stood behind her.
"She called me the Princess of Darkness, since I now look like her Master", she replied, hanging her head.
Oh no she didn't. Odango may have a scarred face, but she is far from looking anything like that creepy guy we met once.
I turned her to face me, and brushed the hair out of her face, getting a good look at the scars, but Odango turned her face away.
"I look hideous right?', she asked shyly. "It's okay that you can't look at me, as I can't look at me either", she spoke weakly.
Is she seriously thinking that a few scars are going to stop me from been with her?. Well if she is, I'll prove they won't.
I placed a hand on her scarred cheek, and turned her back around to face me, where I kissed her passionately, hoping she realised I don't care what she looks like.
"Seiya", she breathed, after our lips parted.
I felt revived after that kiss. Maybe if I had kissed Starlight, I would have known the difference, but that thought makes me sick. I could feel Odango's love for me, and I know she felt mine, which makes me fell a whole lot better, and alot more confident in moving forward.
"Odango", I started. "These scars aren't going to stop me from loving you", I assured her, gently touching the scars. "And you could never be hideous. Hideous was the wedding dress Starlight was wearing. Seriously. She looked horrid", I expressed honestly.
"It was horrible", Odango giggled, looking up at me. "I still can't believe she caused all this", she sighed, resting her forehead on my chest.
"But we're not going to let her get away with it", I stated seriously. "We're going to show her, that no matter what, nothing can come between us, and that no one messes with my Odango", I added, running my fingers through her hair.
"Or my Seiya", Odango smiled, looking up at me.
I smiled in return, even though I could tell she was still nervous about her scars, so I leant down and kissed them, before kissing her lips again, and was more than pleased when she kissed me back.
We eventually broke apart, and I lead her over to the bed, where we sat, and I told her everything that happened, from the moment Starlight arrived on the Moon Kingdom.
"Wow", Odango mouthed, looking shocked. "I can't believe she said all that", she added sadly.
"And I was stupid enough to believe it", I groaned, lying back on the bed. "I knew in my heart, what she was saying wasn't true, but then being told she slept with Mamoru, I lost it, and just gave up", I continued, feeling ashamed. "I'm really sorry Odango", I apologised sincerely.
"I forgive you Seiya", she responded, lying beside me. "It still hurts, but I think you were doing the same thing I was", she continued, looking awkward. "You were ignoring your heart, just as I was, but after Shingo made me see sense, I decided to listen to my heart, and that's why I want us to try. I know in my heart we belong together, and always will", she expressed blushing.
"My heart says that too", I smiled, relieved to hear she really does want to be with me. "I love you", I admitted, caressing her scarred cheek.
"I love you too", she responded, looking at me with nothing but love.
I smiled and leant over, claiming her lips tenderly, not wanting anything to happen, but to have her feel just how much I love her.
Knock Knock.
"Come In", Odango called, as we broke away from each other, and sat up.
"Usagi", Chibi Chibi cried, as she rushed into the room.
"Hoshi", Odango gasped, as she was pushed back onto the bed in a hug. "What are you doing here?", she asked, which I also wanted to know.
"You know full well what I'm doing here", Chibi Chibi replied, kneeling on the bed beside Odango. "Keiji called me, and told me what is going on", she continued, sounding upset. "Mum and Dad have being worried sick, but have now taken the other Children to the Moon, and I came here to tell you never to worry me like that again", she started rambling, much like Odango does. "I want to help, and don't you dare tell me I can't. You're not the only one Striker taught to use a sword, and if you think I'm just going to stand back and let you..",
"I don't want you to fight", Odango cried, cutting her Sister off.
"I don't want you fighting either Chibi Chibi", I mentioned, as Odango sat back up.
She may be a grown Woman now, but she will always be Chibi Chibi to me, and I'm protective of her, just as I am my Children.
"Well too bad", Chibi Chibi huffed, folding her arms across her chest. "You can't stop me from fighting, or protecting those I love, which by the way I have to thank you", she smiled, hugging Odango yet again. "You have no idea how scared I was, thinking that you would say no", she added, confusing me.
"Say no to what?", I asked, wondering what they are talking about.
I watched as the two Sisters looked at each other, like they'd being caught out, which just added to my curiousity, and I wasn't going to let either of them leave without an explination.
"Okay. Tell me what is going on, because it's obvious you two are hiding something, and you're not going anywhere till you tell me", I insisted, standing with my hands on my hips.
Odango looked at Chibi Chibi, who looked awfully nervous, before Odango turned back to face me.
"Do you remember Keiji saying he needed to speak with me?", she asked, to which I nodded, "Well..it turns out, your Brother has fallen in love, and he wanted my approval, so that's what he talked to me about at the Ball. He really loves her, and I know she will make him happy, just as he will make her", she continued, as she stood to face me. "Now don't get angry, or anything, but it just happens that the Girl he's fallen for is Hoshi", she informed me, looking at me cautiously.
I stood there frozen, not believing what I just heard. How could my own Brother, have fallen in love with Odango's Sister?. That doesn't make any sense, as they barely know each other. Nah. I must have heard wrong.
"Keiji wants to talk to you about it, but I gave my approval, and I hope you do to, as he wants to marry her", Odango spoke, giving me a pleading look.
"Actually we're already engaged", Chibi Chibi announced, shocking me out of my daze.
"WHAT?".
