Chapter 5 - Sailor Venus meets Adellus
Mina tensed as she prepared to jump out of the way, but Allen was faster. He through himself at Mina, knocking her and himself out of the way, but unfortunately causing them to fall down the side of the hill. Mina and Allen bounced and rolled down the hill with a chorus of 'Owws' and 'Uhhs' from both of them. When they stopped, Mina found herself lying down on top on Allen.
"Oh, my head." She whimpered.
"Are you okay?" Allen asked.
It was then Mina realized where she was. She looked down at Allen and saw his concerned eyes. She could feel his strong body beneath hers and his gentle touch.
"Yes, I'm fine, just a few scratches." She said as she rolled off of him and they both got up.
"I'm sorry about the fall," Allen started, "I didn't realize my momentum would cause us to go over the edge like that."
The sound of screaming, coming from man and beast and of swords clashing floated down to them. A battle had begun above.
"Oh my gosh!" Mina exclaimed, "The monster!" Allen drew his sword.
"Stay here Mina, you'll be safe down here." Allen said as he started to head up the hill.
"No Allen." Mina said and she put a hand on his arm. "This is my fight. I have to go."
What the heck is she talking about?! Allen thought. He watched as Mina pulled out what appeared to be a pen.
"This is scout business, I just hope it works." She said with a smile and a wink. Then she dashed a few feet away from him.
"VENUS STAR POWER!"
Allen gasped and stepped back as Mina was suddenly surrounded by an orange and yellow light. He shielded his eyes and could see her silhouette inside. Something was happening to her! Then, it was over. A beautiful young woman, dressed in a very short orange and white dress was standing in front of him. She had long blond hair with a red bow, little orange shoes, long white gloves, a blue bow in front and a tiara on her forehead.
"Mina!!??" He sputtered.
"It's me Allen, don't worry. I have to go help your friends now." She said. Then, she turned and bounded up the hill with hardly any effort.
"What just happened?" Allen said out loud as he started to make his way back up.
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Van had seen the monster jumping towards Mina, but he was too far away to do anything. Luckily, he saw Allen push her aside, but then they disappeared over the side of the hill. Van drew his sword.
"Merle, get back in the cave!" He yelled as he pushed her towards it. She quickly obeyed.
The beast that had jumped at Mina was now headed towards Van. It was a big, bear-like, no dog-like creature. It had glowing red eyes, shaggy black fur, and a large snout. It had massive paws with long, sharp claws on each leg. It stalked towards Van. Van had never seen anything like it. It had the same kind of cunning, calculated eyes that the dragon had though. Van put his guard up and circled the beast as it circled him, growling. Van saw out of the corner of his eye that there were more of these beasts and they were attacking the others.
Then the beast jumped at Van. Van dodged and whipped his sword across the side of the beast. It screamed in pain and turned around to jump at Van again. Van leaped over the charging beast and stabbed it in the back. It howled. Van lowered his sword, thinking that his last blow had killed the animal, but it wasn't dead. It leaped on Van, causing him to fall on his back and drop his sword. The beast pinned him down and brought its growling face to Van's. Van could feel it's hot, smelly breath, and tensed for the worst.
"That's it my pets." A strange female voice said from above. Van turned his head to see an ivory-skinned woman floating in the air above him. She was dressed in a sleeveless, dark red dress that was ripped in to several strips around the legs so they appeared to float around her. She had long, black boots on and long dark hair that floated around her head. She appeared to be enjoying herself.
"Take their energy. Suck them dry." She ordered with an evil crackle.
Van looked back at the beast dog. It's eyes started glowing blue and a blue light started to surround Van. This animal was taking his energy and there was nothing he could do. Van could feel himself getting weaker.
"VENUS CRESCENT BEAM SMASH!"
A flash of light struck the beast, pushing it off and away from Van.
"What was that!" The evil woman yelled, looking around frantically.
"How dare you try to steal their energy!" A voice yelled from above. Van got up and turned around to face the voice. He could see the silhouette of a girl against the sunset, standing on top of a large boulder.
"I don't know who you are, but I won't allow you to terrorize this planet anymore. I am SAILOR VENUS! And on behalf of Venus, I shall punish you!"
(Can't you just hear the background music! Hehe)
The girl then jumped down off the boulder towards the evil lady. She had on some type of orange and white dress and had long blond hair.
"Well, well, well..." said the dark haired lady, in a high, raspy voice, "a sailor scout. I was wondering if you'd appear. Well, Venus," she said icily, "you have the distinct pleasure of meeting Adellus, Keeper of Queen Beryl's Gockipa beasts."
"Queen Beryl?" Sailor Venus exclaimed. "You're crazy, Sailor Moon destroyed Beryl."
"You fool!" Adellus laughed. "No one called 'Sailor Moon' did anything to
Queen Beryl. That moon witch Serenity locked Beryl and her warriors, including me and the Gockipas, into that blasted Silver Crystal, only to awaken here not long ago. Queen Beryl has no doubt awaken on the other side of this planet, or she would have contacted me by now. So I'm just doing what she'd want me to do. I grow stronger as my darling Gockipas drain energy from these pathetic humans, and I won't allow you to stop me!" Adellus screamed as she through a wave of dark energy at Venus, but Venus jumped aside.
"VENUS LOVE CHAIN ENCIRCLE!" Venus's chain hit Adellus in the chest and she came crashing to the ground.
"Arrrgghh!" She yelled. She stood up, eyes flaring red. "You've won this one Venus, but next time we meet I'll be stronger and you'll be sorry. Come to me my pets!" The Gockipas ran and surrounded Adellus. Adellus waved her arms and they all disappeared with a flash.
Sailor Venus turned and walked over to Van.
"Are you alright?" She asked.
"Yes...I'm fine...a little weak...who are you?" He asked.
"Mina!" A voice yelled from behind.
Van looked to see Allen come running up. He looked back at the mysterious girl.
"Mina?" He asked. And then he saw it. The same long blonde hair, the same confident stance, and the same blue eyes.
"Yes Van, it's me, Mina." She answered.
"What did you do back there?" Allen said starring at Sailor Venus.
Mina could see Merle and some of the other soldiers gathering around. They were all looking at her in awe and disbelief.
Well, she thought, I guess it's no longer a secret, and I'm not on Earth, so I guess it's okay that they know.
"I morphed in to the warrior Sailor Venus. I have powers that enable me to fight monsters, such as Adellus, that come from the Negaverse. It's my destiny to use these powers to protect Princess Serenity and the planet Earth, and Gaea in this case." She added.
They all looked at her dumbfoundedly.
Oh boy, Mina thought.
Mina brought her hands together and pulled them up to her chest. She concentrated and started shimmering. The others gasped and jumped back. Sailor Venus disappeared and Mina was left standing there.
"See, it's me." Mina said with a large smile.
Still silence.
"Um...maybe we should take care of the wounded now." She said. That seemed to bring everyone out of their trance. They slowly made their way over to their comrades. Allen stayed with Mina. Mina looked up at him. He was trying to say something, but nothing came out.
"Oh come on Allen, don't tell me you've never seen a Sailor Scout in action before!" She said as she winked at him.
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That night, Merle, Mina, Van, Allen, and Gaddess meet in the war room of the Crusade.
"So, there are more scouts like you on Earth?" Van asked.
"Yes, nine others to be exact: Sailor Moon, she's our leader, Sailor Mars, Sailor Mercury, Sailor Jupiter, Sailor Neptune, Sailor Uranus, Sailor Pluto, Sailor Saturn, and Sailor Mini Moon. Except, Sailor Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto are gone now, so it's really just six of us. Oh, and there's Tuxedo Mask."
"And they have powers like you?" Gaddess asked looking amazed.
"Not exactly like mine, but they have their own powers."
"Geez, does everyone on Earth have special powers." Merle huffed.
"No." Mina smiled. "And we didn't always have these powers, we were awakened only a few years ago, like Queen Beryl...."
Mina continued her story and answered questions through out the night. Finally, they all decided it was time to get some sleep. Merle had already fallen asleep against Van. He gently picked her up and headed towards her room. Mina headed down the hallway, pulling the blanket that was wrapped around her shoulders even tighter. She stopped at a balcony, overlooking the landscape they were flying over. She sighed and leaned on the balcony and looked up at Earth.
"Guys...I wish you were here. I need your help, I don't think I can do this alone...."
"Mina?" a voice asked.
Mina turned her head and saw Allen standing there.
"Mina, I just wanted to apologize for the way I've treated you."
"What?" Mina said.
"I feel like such an idiot!" Allen said as he came over and leaned on the balcony beside her. "There I was, trying to be protective and shield you from anything that might harm or disturb you, when you are in fact a warrior, more than capable of taking care of yourself. I'm sorry... I didn't...."
"Allen, stop. You were just doing what you thought was right. I chose to keep my powers a secret, it's what I have to do on Earth. Don't feel bad, please. You did make me feel safe, but also welcome. You have been great these last few days." She smiled at him. Allen sighed and smiled back.
"You're so beautiful in the moonlight." He said, admiring the wind blowing in her hair. "You're the most fascinating person I've ever met Mina. You're strong, confident, a warrior and a lady. I over heard you wishing that your friends were here to help, but I hope I can help you."
Mina turned and faced him in disbelief, and shock.
He thinks I'm beautiful! Way cool!
"Allen..." she started. He stood up and looked at her. "I could definitely use your help. We're going to need to find Adellus soon, because the longer she's out there, the stronger she is going to get. But, I don't know how to track her." Allen looked a little worried at that. "It's just, if Sailor Mercury were here she might be able to locate her. Normally, these enemies just pop up and we're able to stop them right away, but I have no idea how to find her!" Mina cried.
Allen came over and put his hands on her shoulders.
"If I've learned anything from this Mina, it's that you're full of surprises and very talented. I know we'll find Adellus and stop her, together."
Mina starred into his eyes. She wanted nothing more to stay here with Allen. She felt safe and warm with him. But she couldn't.
"I really should get some sleep." Mina quietly said. Allen let go.
"Thank you for everything Allen." She said as she turned and walked away.
Allen starred after her as she disappeared in to the darkness.
NOTE: Wasn't that cool! It's my favorite chapter so far. But don't worry, I have a whole bunch of surprises up my sleeve, including a special guest! Please let me know what you think. I'm trying not to make it too corny.
Mina tensed as she prepared to jump out of the way, but Allen was faster. He through himself at Mina, knocking her and himself out of the way, but unfortunately causing them to fall down the side of the hill. Mina and Allen bounced and rolled down the hill with a chorus of 'Owws' and 'Uhhs' from both of them. When they stopped, Mina found herself lying down on top on Allen.
"Oh, my head." She whimpered.
"Are you okay?" Allen asked.
It was then Mina realized where she was. She looked down at Allen and saw his concerned eyes. She could feel his strong body beneath hers and his gentle touch.
"Yes, I'm fine, just a few scratches." She said as she rolled off of him and they both got up.
"I'm sorry about the fall," Allen started, "I didn't realize my momentum would cause us to go over the edge like that."
The sound of screaming, coming from man and beast and of swords clashing floated down to them. A battle had begun above.
"Oh my gosh!" Mina exclaimed, "The monster!" Allen drew his sword.
"Stay here Mina, you'll be safe down here." Allen said as he started to head up the hill.
"No Allen." Mina said and she put a hand on his arm. "This is my fight. I have to go."
What the heck is she talking about?! Allen thought. He watched as Mina pulled out what appeared to be a pen.
"This is scout business, I just hope it works." She said with a smile and a wink. Then she dashed a few feet away from him.
"VENUS STAR POWER!"
Allen gasped and stepped back as Mina was suddenly surrounded by an orange and yellow light. He shielded his eyes and could see her silhouette inside. Something was happening to her! Then, it was over. A beautiful young woman, dressed in a very short orange and white dress was standing in front of him. She had long blond hair with a red bow, little orange shoes, long white gloves, a blue bow in front and a tiara on her forehead.
"Mina!!??" He sputtered.
"It's me Allen, don't worry. I have to go help your friends now." She said. Then, she turned and bounded up the hill with hardly any effort.
"What just happened?" Allen said out loud as he started to make his way back up.
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Van had seen the monster jumping towards Mina, but he was too far away to do anything. Luckily, he saw Allen push her aside, but then they disappeared over the side of the hill. Van drew his sword.
"Merle, get back in the cave!" He yelled as he pushed her towards it. She quickly obeyed.
The beast that had jumped at Mina was now headed towards Van. It was a big, bear-like, no dog-like creature. It had glowing red eyes, shaggy black fur, and a large snout. It had massive paws with long, sharp claws on each leg. It stalked towards Van. Van had never seen anything like it. It had the same kind of cunning, calculated eyes that the dragon had though. Van put his guard up and circled the beast as it circled him, growling. Van saw out of the corner of his eye that there were more of these beasts and they were attacking the others.
Then the beast jumped at Van. Van dodged and whipped his sword across the side of the beast. It screamed in pain and turned around to jump at Van again. Van leaped over the charging beast and stabbed it in the back. It howled. Van lowered his sword, thinking that his last blow had killed the animal, but it wasn't dead. It leaped on Van, causing him to fall on his back and drop his sword. The beast pinned him down and brought its growling face to Van's. Van could feel it's hot, smelly breath, and tensed for the worst.
"That's it my pets." A strange female voice said from above. Van turned his head to see an ivory-skinned woman floating in the air above him. She was dressed in a sleeveless, dark red dress that was ripped in to several strips around the legs so they appeared to float around her. She had long, black boots on and long dark hair that floated around her head. She appeared to be enjoying herself.
"Take their energy. Suck them dry." She ordered with an evil crackle.
Van looked back at the beast dog. It's eyes started glowing blue and a blue light started to surround Van. This animal was taking his energy and there was nothing he could do. Van could feel himself getting weaker.
"VENUS CRESCENT BEAM SMASH!"
A flash of light struck the beast, pushing it off and away from Van.
"What was that!" The evil woman yelled, looking around frantically.
"How dare you try to steal their energy!" A voice yelled from above. Van got up and turned around to face the voice. He could see the silhouette of a girl against the sunset, standing on top of a large boulder.
"I don't know who you are, but I won't allow you to terrorize this planet anymore. I am SAILOR VENUS! And on behalf of Venus, I shall punish you!"
(Can't you just hear the background music! Hehe)
The girl then jumped down off the boulder towards the evil lady. She had on some type of orange and white dress and had long blond hair.
"Well, well, well..." said the dark haired lady, in a high, raspy voice, "a sailor scout. I was wondering if you'd appear. Well, Venus," she said icily, "you have the distinct pleasure of meeting Adellus, Keeper of Queen Beryl's Gockipa beasts."
"Queen Beryl?" Sailor Venus exclaimed. "You're crazy, Sailor Moon destroyed Beryl."
"You fool!" Adellus laughed. "No one called 'Sailor Moon' did anything to
Queen Beryl. That moon witch Serenity locked Beryl and her warriors, including me and the Gockipas, into that blasted Silver Crystal, only to awaken here not long ago. Queen Beryl has no doubt awaken on the other side of this planet, or she would have contacted me by now. So I'm just doing what she'd want me to do. I grow stronger as my darling Gockipas drain energy from these pathetic humans, and I won't allow you to stop me!" Adellus screamed as she through a wave of dark energy at Venus, but Venus jumped aside.
"VENUS LOVE CHAIN ENCIRCLE!" Venus's chain hit Adellus in the chest and she came crashing to the ground.
"Arrrgghh!" She yelled. She stood up, eyes flaring red. "You've won this one Venus, but next time we meet I'll be stronger and you'll be sorry. Come to me my pets!" The Gockipas ran and surrounded Adellus. Adellus waved her arms and they all disappeared with a flash.
Sailor Venus turned and walked over to Van.
"Are you alright?" She asked.
"Yes...I'm fine...a little weak...who are you?" He asked.
"Mina!" A voice yelled from behind.
Van looked to see Allen come running up. He looked back at the mysterious girl.
"Mina?" He asked. And then he saw it. The same long blonde hair, the same confident stance, and the same blue eyes.
"Yes Van, it's me, Mina." She answered.
"What did you do back there?" Allen said starring at Sailor Venus.
Mina could see Merle and some of the other soldiers gathering around. They were all looking at her in awe and disbelief.
Well, she thought, I guess it's no longer a secret, and I'm not on Earth, so I guess it's okay that they know.
"I morphed in to the warrior Sailor Venus. I have powers that enable me to fight monsters, such as Adellus, that come from the Negaverse. It's my destiny to use these powers to protect Princess Serenity and the planet Earth, and Gaea in this case." She added.
They all looked at her dumbfoundedly.
Oh boy, Mina thought.
Mina brought her hands together and pulled them up to her chest. She concentrated and started shimmering. The others gasped and jumped back. Sailor Venus disappeared and Mina was left standing there.
"See, it's me." Mina said with a large smile.
Still silence.
"Um...maybe we should take care of the wounded now." She said. That seemed to bring everyone out of their trance. They slowly made their way over to their comrades. Allen stayed with Mina. Mina looked up at him. He was trying to say something, but nothing came out.
"Oh come on Allen, don't tell me you've never seen a Sailor Scout in action before!" She said as she winked at him.
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That night, Merle, Mina, Van, Allen, and Gaddess meet in the war room of the Crusade.
"So, there are more scouts like you on Earth?" Van asked.
"Yes, nine others to be exact: Sailor Moon, she's our leader, Sailor Mars, Sailor Mercury, Sailor Jupiter, Sailor Neptune, Sailor Uranus, Sailor Pluto, Sailor Saturn, and Sailor Mini Moon. Except, Sailor Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto are gone now, so it's really just six of us. Oh, and there's Tuxedo Mask."
"And they have powers like you?" Gaddess asked looking amazed.
"Not exactly like mine, but they have their own powers."
"Geez, does everyone on Earth have special powers." Merle huffed.
"No." Mina smiled. "And we didn't always have these powers, we were awakened only a few years ago, like Queen Beryl...."
Mina continued her story and answered questions through out the night. Finally, they all decided it was time to get some sleep. Merle had already fallen asleep against Van. He gently picked her up and headed towards her room. Mina headed down the hallway, pulling the blanket that was wrapped around her shoulders even tighter. She stopped at a balcony, overlooking the landscape they were flying over. She sighed and leaned on the balcony and looked up at Earth.
"Guys...I wish you were here. I need your help, I don't think I can do this alone...."
"Mina?" a voice asked.
Mina turned her head and saw Allen standing there.
"Mina, I just wanted to apologize for the way I've treated you."
"What?" Mina said.
"I feel like such an idiot!" Allen said as he came over and leaned on the balcony beside her. "There I was, trying to be protective and shield you from anything that might harm or disturb you, when you are in fact a warrior, more than capable of taking care of yourself. I'm sorry... I didn't...."
"Allen, stop. You were just doing what you thought was right. I chose to keep my powers a secret, it's what I have to do on Earth. Don't feel bad, please. You did make me feel safe, but also welcome. You have been great these last few days." She smiled at him. Allen sighed and smiled back.
"You're so beautiful in the moonlight." He said, admiring the wind blowing in her hair. "You're the most fascinating person I've ever met Mina. You're strong, confident, a warrior and a lady. I over heard you wishing that your friends were here to help, but I hope I can help you."
Mina turned and faced him in disbelief, and shock.
He thinks I'm beautiful! Way cool!
"Allen..." she started. He stood up and looked at her. "I could definitely use your help. We're going to need to find Adellus soon, because the longer she's out there, the stronger she is going to get. But, I don't know how to track her." Allen looked a little worried at that. "It's just, if Sailor Mercury were here she might be able to locate her. Normally, these enemies just pop up and we're able to stop them right away, but I have no idea how to find her!" Mina cried.
Allen came over and put his hands on her shoulders.
"If I've learned anything from this Mina, it's that you're full of surprises and very talented. I know we'll find Adellus and stop her, together."
Mina starred into his eyes. She wanted nothing more to stay here with Allen. She felt safe and warm with him. But she couldn't.
"I really should get some sleep." Mina quietly said. Allen let go.
"Thank you for everything Allen." She said as she turned and walked away.
Allen starred after her as she disappeared in to the darkness.
NOTE: Wasn't that cool! It's my favorite chapter so far. But don't worry, I have a whole bunch of surprises up my sleeve, including a special guest! Please let me know what you think. I'm trying not to make it too corny.