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Forced Choices

By: Junshin Aino

Chapter 11



In a way, I can't believe that I spent nine month encased in crystal, locked away from my

friends and Rei. I wouldn't have expected for Chibi-Usa to continue developing until her

birth date, held as we were in crystal. Still, I am grateful to have my daughter in my arms,

despite how she came to be. Facing the future without out her would have been sad, even

with Rei by my side.



I feel different now that I am out of the crystal. whether it is my motherhood or

something else, I am not sure, but I feel more graceful and calm. If Mamoru's assault on

my was my fault, I no longer feel bad about it, and I have forgiven him for the pain he

caused me. I suppose that I feel the way I should, as a Princess of the Moon Kingdom,

living up to the name Serenity. I am at peace now, more so than I ever thought possible.



Still, I am no longer tied in the way I was to my future or destiny. Motoki was informed

me that Mamoru has gone back to America, and I expect that I shall hear from him soon.

Perhaps he wonders if he can see his daughter.



I am back in Rei's temple now, on the porch, listening to the birdsong on what is an

idyllic summer day. In a white dress, which seems to repel dirt. Already, the Crystal

Palace that stood while I was encased in Crystal is no more, disappeared once I returned

here. Which is just as well, since I do not want to be a queen here on Earth.



I am content.



I have a beautiful baby girl, my beautiful Rei-chan to love, and my loyal friends. I know I

shall still continue on as a Senshi, making this a more peaceful and secure planet, but

never again will I allow the bonds of Fate to choose my path for me. I know who I am

now, and I am whole once more.



Mother. I have fulfilled what you sent me to the future to accomplish. long ago I

defeated our enemy, and now. now, I am happy, and with the one I love.





Rei.

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She closed her eyes as she tilted her face, bathed in the warm sunlight. With a content

smile she leaned against the person who had silently taken a place by her side.



"I love you Rei."



Rei slipped an arm around her princess' waist, leaning in close to smell her hair. "I love

you too Usagi."



"Forever?"

"Forever."

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Fin

Hmm. so, what does everyone think? Is this a good ending, should there be a follow

up story? I'm not sure ^^ Mamoru fades into obscurity without becoming really evil or

getting killed. Please review.