Author's Note: I am trying to get this timeline completed. To be honest the chapters from this point on will be much shorter as the main plot is completed even though a hint or two of following enemies may appear. I haven't decided yet if I am going to continue these in further stories, so please bear with me.
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Sailor Silver Ladybug
Tori

Music Selections:
Daughter of the Moon - Adriana Figueroa

One Month
What If?
Alternate Story Line

October 29 (Monday)

***Mamoru (Tuxedo Kamen)'s POV***

Mamoru sighed as he slid into his seat. He hadn't wanted to come to school, but after all the time he and Usagi had missed, he'd known he didn't have a choice. Still, he was a bit worried about Usagi. She had seemed extremely tired that morning, even though they had spent five days in Elysion, at least, in their time. On earth only a couple hours had passed. He knew her pregnancy was changing things, and that she would probably be tired more often, but something told him that wasn't all it was.

"Hey," Haruki said, sitting down on his left. "Have you guys decided yet?"

Mamoru shook his head. "No. Kenji said we could go anywhere. Which reminds me, did you get the tickets?"

Haruki laughed. "Of course I did. My aunt and uncle will be so happy. I can't even believe you two did this for them."

Mamoru frowned. "After everything they've done for us, they deserve it."

"Yeah," Kunzite added, leaning over the desk from his seat in front of it. "I still think it's perfect. I'm glad they don't have any idea. This is going to be hilarious. When are you taking them?"

"The tickets are for the first," Mamoru said, getting excited. "Usagi and I have it all planned out. They think we will just be taking Reika to the airport. They have no idea they're going anywhere."

"This is rather exciting," Haruki added. "We've pulled hundreds of pranks over the years, but we've never been able to pull one over on Auntie Kuko." He rubbed his hands together like a cartoon villain.

"Hopefully, this time she doesn't figure it out. Usagi and I have to figure out a way to get them all packed up without them noticing." Mamoru still hadn't come up with a plan for that.

"So, where are you and Usagi going for your honeymoon?" Jadeite asked, throwing himself into a chair. He was disheveled, which Mamoru knew meant he and Rei had been making out.

He shook his head. "We still haven't decided," he said again.

***Naru's POV***

Sailor Moon appeared at the construction site hand-in-hand with Tuxedo Kamen. They were first to arrive. The project was incredibly important to them and Sailor Moon knew that it was important to the people of Tokyo as well and the people needed to see their heroes, even if they weren't the ones who did all the work. She stood next to him at the edge of the roof, smiling and waving down at the people who had volunteered, as well as the news media.

Honestly, Naru had never been more terrified in her life. Even knowing there was a barrier of wind from Uranus, she kept imagining herself falling over the edge. "I don't know why I agreed to this," she moaned to Umino, who was in disguise as Tuxedo Kamen.

"Because Usagi and Mamoru need to be seen," Umino mumbled. He wasn't afraid of heights, thankfully. Naru knew he could sometimes faint when he was afraid and that was too much unlike Tuxedo Kamen. "It will be finished in a minute. Just give the reporters time to take their pictures. Hey, there's Usagi," he added.

Naru watched Usagi and Mamoru leave the car with her parents. Unfortunately, Shingo and Haruki were unable to find doubles, which was why the Senshi, Shitennou, and Hogosha were only making a short appearance so they could make appearances as their normal selves.

"Alright," Luna said, from Naru's shoulder. "I think we've been up here long enough. You two have to be seen as well."

Naru and Umino, still in disguise, made their way to the roof access door and hurried to remove the glamour over them. Luna let out a sigh of relief as the others appeared after them. Naru grinned and hurried down the stairs and out the back door with Umino in tow. "Hurry. I don't want people to overwhelm Usagi."

Umino snorted. "Usagi can take care of herself," he muttered.

Naru smacked him. "You know she doesn't really care for crowds. Be nice."

"Hey!" Umino frowned at her. "I wasn't being mean."

"Sorry," Naru muttered. She knew at times she could be a little too overprotective of Usagi and Umino both. They were her best friends and she had always been the most outgoing of the trio, even though Umino was the smartest and Usagi the kindest. "I just worry." She leaned over and gave Umino a kiss. "Better?"

"Hai," Umino blushed.

Naru giggled. Some things never changed.

***Usagi (Sailor Moon)'s POV***

"Wow, look at everyone," Usagi said as the car pulled up in front of the new housing project. "I didn't think there would be this many people."

Kenji laughed. "After all the news about the project, there was no way it would be a quiet opening ceremony. Come on. We have to make a few statements, greet people, and be outgoing. We still need help for the other houses, remember?"

"We remember," Mamoru interjected. "Don't worry Usagi, Naru and Umino are already here." He pointed to the roof, where a line of Senshi, Shitennou, and Hogosha stood looking down. As soon as he pointed the reporters turned their cameras on the heroes. It gave them all a few seconds to compose themselves before climbing out of the car.

"How long do the kids have to stay?" Ikuko asked. "I mean, they're really the drive behind all of this."

"Unfortunately," Kenji answered, adjusting his tie, "they should probably stay most of the evening, but there are large groups of young people around they can hide themselves in if they need a break. Besides, Haruna and the others will be here and I know Usagi has been going crazy wanting to talk to them."

A moment later flashes of light nearly blinded Usagi as she and the others climbed out of the car. They headed straight for the main doorway to the new house and turned to look at the crowds as her father gave a speech. Then Mamoru moved to the microphone, still holding her hand, which meant she stepped forward as well.

"I want to thank you all for coming," Mamoru said, his voice echoing. "Together, this community has accomplished something incredible. We didn't let the Youma destroy us. Instead, we all came together to build something. But it wasn't just a foundation of concrete. It was a foundation of community. We proved we don't have to stand alone. That the honorable thing might be to take care of yourself, but it is also to recognize when those around you need help and to step in. I am very proud of what we've done together."

Usagi stepped closer to the microphone. "Sorry, I'm not great at public speaking," she said, blushing. "I was asked to say a few words about how this project got started and what we are going to do next." Usagi sighed and squeezed Mamoru's hand. "This project was started because the Senshi can only do so much for us. Obviously they have to live their own lives too. They saved as many as they could, and now it is our turn. Together we can build a better future.

"My father said I could be the one to announce this, which makes me very happy. We have enough funding already to finish two more houses like this one. Each house can hold eight families and four individuals. We also have five students re-enrolled in school who never would have had that chance without all of you. So thank you, everyone, for what you have done. Whether you volunteered, donated money or belongings, or helped us figure out the mess of running a charity, you are all so wonderful and we can never thank you enough."

Usagi stepped back, still blushing slightly, and tucked herself under Mamoru's arm. She watched her father take the scissors and cut the bright red ribbon. That had been Minako's idea. The families would be moving in after the crowds dispersed. The entire community that had protected Yuzuki's family would be first to receive the help, though there would still be two family rooms and one individual room left unused. There was already a waiting list. Usagi was grateful she wasn't the one who had to decide.

As soon as the ribbon was cut, the house doors swung open and people were able to look around at what they had helped to accomplish. Usagi and Mamoru made their way to the little garden, where they joined Minako and Kunzite, along with many of the others. The rest of the teens had been allowed to stay out of the spotlight, which Usagi thought was unfair.

Slumping onto the bench, Usagi breathed a sigh of relief. "I am so glad that's over," she said.

Minako laughed. "You did a great job," she said enthusiastically. "Now, where are they?"

Usagi looked around. Soon enough she saw her favorite teacher and her new mate and co-mate. The three of them were huddled together, talking in low voices. "There."

"Come on then," Minako said, grabbing Usagi's hand. "Let's go say hi."

Usagi giggled as she stood up, then noticed Naru and Umino moving toward the new trio as well. "Hurry up. I want to tell Naru she did a great job."

"She really did," Minako commented.

A moment later they were standing beside Naru and Umino looking up at Haruna, Mayumi, and Akio. Usagi didn't wait, just threw her arms around her favorite teacher in a hard hug. She stepped back and bounced on her toes as she waited for the others to get their own hugs.

"We have a surprise for you," she said, grinning at the surprised expressions they gave.

Mamoru stepped forward and pulled out three airline tickets. "These are open-ended," he said. "And so is your reservation. We know you have three schedules to work around so we wanted you to have a little flexibility."

"What is this?" Mayumi asked, looking like she might cry.

"We overheard you all taking about places you wanted to see. And the three of you all agreed on South America because you were interested in the ruins and the culture. So, we got you tickets, a tour guide, and two different hotels. It's a week long trip." Minako was bouncing up and down as she spoke, which made the words sound funny. Usagi giggled.

"Do you like them?" Naru asked.

Haruna nodded, tears leaking as she bent and hugged all of her favorite students. Usagi hadn't even noticed the others had surrounded them. "Arigato," she whispered. "We love them. And thank you, all of you, for helping us see the truth."

"You're quite welcome," Umino said, pulling a notebook from his pocket. He took out a pen and crossed something out, then put the pad back away, still grinning like a madman. "Oh," he added, looking around carefully. "There is wine inside for the adults, but you can't have any Sensei," he said, smiling broadly.

"Why not?" Haruna asked, looking annoyed.

Usagi, catching on, looked more carefully at her favorite teacher. She glanced at Mamoru, who nodded and couldn't stop giggling. It was a good thing her teacher had always wanted children.

***Kenji's POV***

It was late. The celebration was long over and they were finally home with most of the kids either asleep or on patrol. He looked around the house. It was pretty full. They had well over a dozen teens in the house at any given time and the things they brought with them were almost never put away.

"Here," Ikuko said, handing him the packet of papers Akio had given them. "It's all legal now. It's ours."

"Did Doctor Mizuno answer you?" Kenji asked.

"Yes. She's in. So is Grandfather. Although he will be staying at the Jinja. He said Rei, Jadeite, and Takeo can spend the week there and the weekends with him."

"That's good," Kenji murmured, distracted by the way her eyes shone up at him. "Come to bed. We have so much more to do tomorrow."

Ikuko laughed. "You don't have to tell me twice," she said.