Dear Readers,

Wow. I'm really on a role here. I know that these chapters are a little shorter than when I started out in the beginning and I'm sorry for that, but I'm writing whenever time will allow which means I end the chapter whenever I see an ending. So my writing will be in little spats and stuff.

Tomorrow, Thurseday, July 21, 2005, is my daddy's birthday! Yaaay! I'm sooo happy! We're going to a Chinese restaurant that my friend's family owns and if it's your birthday and you can prove it through a driver's license you get to eat free! I can't wait!

I do not own Sailor Moon.

I do not own Card Captor Sakura. Just to be absolutely clear on this… I am not an avid watcher of the anime and I REEEAAALLLYYY want to read the Manga. So I don't have a lot of information on it and I don't really know much about Clow Reed. And speaking of Clow, is that his last name or his first? I have no clue because they both sound like last names. So, because of that, I'm going to wing it. Here's hoping I don't crash.

I do not own Wedding Peach. I'm starting another crossover. Let's find the origin of Lady Raindevila and the Wedding Peach bunch!

I do not own the Card Captor Sakura theme song. I just randomly stick it in the end for mood's sake.

Just to clear some things up. Someone wrote a review… I forgot who. In it was written "Dead Moon is Xanth?". To answer: No. This is completely separate from the Xanth books. Go to my profile and you'll see three websites. Explore them and you'll find out where I borrowed Sailor Xenda from. And another thing. The name Darien. I got that from the Americanized version of Sailor Moon. Sailor Moon's man is either Endymion or Mamoru and her father needed a name and so I decided to mess around with history a little. Beryl was in love with somebody named Darien in the Manga. Just to keep the time line straight in this book.

Thanks to this one guy from this one place who did this one thing to the whatjacallit on my computer's thingy bob and helped make the what sit work better…

Stay safe
Stay healthy
Sincerely,

Starr

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It wasn't three days after the disappearance of Helene and Phoebe when the High Queen dreamed of her dead husband. She missed him desperately but kept a brave face for her people. She knew how much they were depending on her. She had to live for them. She had to live for her daughter Serenity, who looked so much like her ancestor who had been named the Elven-fair. Who looked so much like herself. Who looked so much like her beloved Darien. The dream was bittersweet and sad undertoned with urgency. Her husband was still missing his head. His body lay in a coffin of crystal, suspended from time and awaiting the final piece of him that would at last allow him to rest in peace. Even as she though this search parties of concerned volunteers continued their search. Sighing Selenity rolled out of bed and dressed. As she was putting up her hair she couldn't help but stare at the portrait of the two of them. It had been painted not two days before his death. The both of them were happy and smiling. His arms around her waist, hands clasped to her bulging middle. Smiling she gently touched his face. It had been a sweet memory. One she kept close to her heart. With a deep breath that started from her toes and came out her nose High Queen Selenity started her day.

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She had been traveling for a long time. She had no clue how long. An hour. A day. A week. A month. A year. Time blurred into an endless stream broken by the instinct to rest, hide, run. Using what little power she had left to get to her destination. The Queen. She had to find the Queen. That single though kept her going. Kept her breathing. The Queen…

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Selenity walked into her conference room and sat down with a wince and a sigh. She would be glad when Serena was weaned, even toothless getting bitten hurt. A maid walked in and Selenity smiled brightly.

"Good morning Janeti." She greeted. Janeti, a medium blonde with bright twinkly teal eyes and a dimple on her mouth, smiled.

"Good morning Highness." She said, setting down the pitcher of water, "Lady Stella and Lady Maia should be arriving shortly along with Professor Clow and his daughter, lady Avalon."

"Very good." The Queen said. The maid bowed and left. The Queen waited for a few moments before she became bored. Leaning back in her chair she began to rock the chair on two legs, which went against everything she had been taught about being a proper lady. Not caring in the slightest Selenity began to hum softly. The door opened and Selenity quickly set her chair down with a bump. Stella raised an eyebrow as Selenity smiled innocently. Her wide blue eyes practically screaming 'whatever-they-told-you-I-didn't-do-it'. Sighing softly Stella gave a small bow before coming into the room. Selenity stood up and gave her friend a hug.

"It's good to see you again Stella." Selenity murmured, "It's been too long since your last visit."

"I've been busy." Stella answered. Selenity shook her head.

"You work too hard." She admonished, "You need to take a break sometimes before you wear yourself out." Stella smiled.

"Ami makes sure I take a break sometimes. Indeed she makes sure that I spend at least every other hour with her."

"A good thing too." Selenity snorted, "A fine daughter she would be if she did not keep her over achieving mother from working herself to death. Come. Sit down. Do you know if the others will be here soon?" Stella shook her head.

"I do not. I know Maia has been depressed recently. She is taking the disappearance of Helene and Phoebe hard."

"As are we all." The Queen murmured, "They were always a pair who did what they wanted. But it was their decision. Even if I had ordered them to remain here in the Sol System they would have found some way to get away."

"Speaking of disappearances, has Thebe been found yet?" Stella asked. Selenity glared at the table.

"She hasn't. I could skin her mother for what had happened. What was that woman thinking! I know that sixteen is rather young, but she would have been a good mother. It wasn't as if she wanted to become Queen right then and there. She is young. The young make mistakes. But for a mother to drive her daughter to such a state… I hope she has found a safe place and is getting enough to eat. If she isn't found within the week I'll send a royal message to every village in the System. Even to Kuiper. She is always welcome here and she will receive the best care here."

"You always were softhearted My Lady." A male voice stated from the doorway. The two Queens turned and Selenity smiled brightly at the newcomer.

"Professor Clow!" She cried jumping up to hug her former teacher. He gave a small bow for propriety's sake before she pounced, "How have you been?"

"I've been better." Clow gasped as Selenity squeezed tightly.

"Careful Selena, you'll squish him. You know these Earth boys are so weak they can't stand a little hug."

Selena glared up at the newcomer.

"I'll get you for that Maia." She grated as she let go and hugged the Queen of Venus instead, giving her an extra tight hug. Maia gripped her just as hard and was reluctant to let go. Once everyone was seated Clow stood up and gestured to the young woman next to him.

"This is my daughter Avalon." He said, putting a hand on her shoulder. Avalon bowed. She was a tall girl, filled out in all the right places with curly chestnut hair that tumbled to the middle of her back and held by a pale blue ribbon. Her eyes were a pretty brown color with flecks of amber and her mouth was full and smiling. Her blue-green dress swirled around her legs when she curtsied.

"A pleasure to meet you at last Lady Avalon." Selenity said standing to return the bow, "My former teacher, your father, has been quite lax in visiting his former student who has been dying to get to know you." This last was glared at Clow who had the grace to look slightly embarrassed.

"Now that everything is in order I think we should begin." Selenity continued, "Lady Stella?"

"Yes Majesty." Stella said, standing as the others settled, "As you well know Chaos has been attacking planets all over the known Cosmos for a very long time. One of the first planets to dissappear was Planet Kiinjousai. It was later followed by Planet Ari'umm and many others. It is well known that the main fighters of the side of Cosmos are the Senshi. The Sailor Soldiers. Even though we number the stars we are slowly dwindling and cannot be in two places at once. Even though teleportation is fast it is not fast enough. That is why I believe that we should try to create our own fighters. Volunteers who would agree to become advanced soldiers. Shock troops and guerilla fighters. Using advanced science and magic. People with small magic abilities would have those abilities strengthened and heightened. They would undergo special training to ensure that these abilities would stay within their control. Even though extreme caution has to be exacted with these projects, I believe that with a bit of effort we could create armies that would help us hold Chaos back and eventually entrap her. Hopefully a permanent peace could be ensured with these forces."

"That's all very well and good, but what about after the war." Selenity asked, "These forces would have nothing to do. They could become bandits and brigands or be lured into Chaos' arms. What would happen then?"

"That has already been thought out." Maia put in, "They would be used as police forces. Guards. Their magic and abilities would be quiet malleable. They could do whatever they wanted with their magic and make this entire Cosmos a better place."

"Hmmmm." Selenity hummed, "It sounds like a plausible plan. Lady Stella and Professor Clow, how long have you two been studying this?"

"Ever since the assassination attempt on you, highness." Stella said, "Maia joined us recently with her own ideas."

"Which is..?" The Queen asked. Maia stood.

"Holy warriors who fight under Venus' flag." The Love Queen said, "It seems that Sailor Chaos gains support by worming her way into people's hearts through the dark cracks. The Holy warriors a.k.a. 'Brides' would attack the darkness, exorcize it and then purify the planet. I call it the Wedding Peach Project. They would have to be young. Around twelve to thirteen years of age. Virgins, of course. They would function almost like honorary Sailor Scouts. Their powers originating from flowers and the Goddess Venus Aphrodite. They would fight in small groups of three or four. Striking hard and fast." Selenity nodded and turned to Stella.

"And what was your idea?" She asked. Clow stood.

"Sorcerers." He said, "They would also be young and volunteers. Around my daughters age. They would use special cards to call upon elemental demons and use them as blood allies. The cards would be connected to them heart and soul and only be separated in death. They would be sentient and would also be able to feel the emotions of the weilder. Protecting the sorcerer or 'Cardkeeper' from harm or distress. They would also have a helper monster. A 'Cardguard' if you will who would protect the cards and the keeper and be a general companion."

"How many decks of these cards do you have?" The Queen asked.

"Only one so far." Clow answered, "Each one pertains to a special element or idea. 'The Jump' would enable the Keeper to jump high distances. 'The Fly' would help the Keeper fly. 'The Wind' would give the Keeper powers over wind and so on a so forth. There are about fifty-two in the deck. Each one would give the Keeper powers and spells to use." He hesitated, "There are even two cards that tap into the powers of Shadow and Time. 'The Shadow' card is relatively benign and will use the shadows as allies. 'The Return' and 'The Time' can be used to view the past as well as stop time within a certain radius for up to a minute."

"But it also goes against the laws of Time that even Sailor Pluto cannot break and would be gravely punished if she even tried." Selenity said, "Mark those two time cards as 'The Forbidden' and that they must only be used if Chaos becomes so powerful as to try and attack this palace. I will not have people messing with time and risk the wrath of Cronos. I absolutely will not allow it!" Taking a deep breath she calmed herself, "Do you have any candidates for these projects?"

"None yet for the Wedding Peach Project, but we do have one for the Card Keepers." Stella said.

"Who?" Selenity asked. Clow stood up.

"May I present to you my daughter, Card Keeper Avalon." He said importantly. Avalon stood up and bowed. Selenity raised an eyebrow.

"Really?" She asked.

"She has helped me in everything, from designing the cards to downright begging me to allow her to be the first to wield them." He said, "She will be ready to show you her gifts within a week. As of now she is getting to know the heart of the cards and bonding with her companion who will be ready to be hatched in a few short days."

"Do you have the cards with you?" Selenity asked. Avalon bowed and handed the queen a leather pouch. Opening the pouch the Queen set out a number of beautifully colored cards.

"Stunning…" She murmured, "Absolutely stunning… They also look vaguely familiar…"

"I based them after my wife." Clow said, "Each card holds of piece of my dearest Kaitlinn." The Queen smiled sadly.

"Ah, yes." She murmured, "I can see it now. How perfect." Carefully putting the cards away she handed them back to Avalon who tucked them into her belt. Standing Selenity smiled at them.

"I agree to support your projects. I will be inspecting your progress once a week and I hope to see a demonstration of these powers soon Professor Clow." She turned to the Maia, "I will also be checking up on your progress frequently and I'll also be taking a look at suitable candidates." The others stood and bowed as well.

"Yes Majesty." They chorused. Selenity smiled at Avalon.

"Come over and visit me sometime… I would like to get to know you better." She said. Cowed by awe Avalon blushed and nodded.

"I would like that Majesty…" She murmured shyly. The Queen smiled and bowed.

"I hope you'll stay for dinner. I hear the Marie is making one of her specialties." She said. Stella and Maia both licked their lips.

"Marie's cooking is the best." Stella sighed, "But I have to return home…"

"I'm the same." Clow said.

"I'm definitely staying." Maia said.

"Good good." Selenity said, "I'll make sure the rest of you have something to take home. Marie is always prepared."

"She sure is." Stella murmured, "Where does she keep all that food?"

"A magical pantry I was always told." Selenity said shrugging.

"Hmmmmmm." They stood in thought for a moment before shaking themselves free.

"However she does it it's the best food I have ever tasted…" Maia said.

"And I'll personally make sure that you get some to take home." Selenity said, "Marie will be thrilled..."

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Come with me
Across the Sea of Time
Come with me
Across the Sea of Time