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Karyana@excite.com This is rated PG-13. (Note: in the Prologue, I
misspelled some Japanese words. I have spelled it right, I hope, in this
Chapter ;). This takes place after the first part of SMR, with Ail and Ann.
My knowledge of Japanese school systems is non existent. All mistakes are
mine. Also, I forgot to mention before that neither the concept of nor the
Sailor Senshi themselves belong to me. The main character, Karyana, however
does. If you wish to use her, ask me first. And a special thanks to Meara
for looking at this for me. Also, give credit where it's due. To the
wonderful creator of Sailor Moon, Naoko Taekishi, arigato!
Sailor Echo: A Princess' Tale Chapter 1
Where was I? Oh yes. I told you about the Moon Kingdom. It's so
easy to get caught up in the memories. When I think about my life there, I feel so
sad.
Anyway, after I was sent to Earth, I was reborn as Karyana Donelli.
I lived with my parents in the United States most of my childhood. I didn't
have very many friends when I was growing up. We moved often due to my
father's work. Every time I met someone, I had to say goodbye before long.
By the time I was ten I had given up hope of having a real home and friends.
When I was twelve, I began to hang out with the "wrong crowd". I was into
drugs, smoking and alcohol. My grades in school dropped and in my first
year of middle school, I gained a reputation for being a troublemaker. I
cut school almost everyday and was forever in detention. But everything
changed suddenly when I got into the seventh grade.
Let me tell you what happened…
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With a sigh, Karyana made her way home. It was cold and raining.
How she loathed the rain! And stupid her forgot her raincoat. "This wouldn't have
happened if that jerk Jared hadn't snitched on me. I was doing fine until
he told the substitute that I was skipping. Now, I'm late for my favorite
show, I'm wet, and I'll be grounded-again!"
"Karyana."
She froze. Slowly, she turned and faced the most gorgeous guy she
had ever seen. He had pale blue hair and matching eyes. The thirteen-year-old
studied him. Why was he so familiar? She was sure that she had never met
him before.
"Yes." She shifted her load of books in her grasp. If this guy was
a creep, she would throw the books at him and run. One could never be too
careful. Especially in New York.
*I found her! I actually found her! * The son of Beryl could not
believe his luck.
He reached for her. "I'm sorry, my sweet. But we have work to do."
His fingertip touched her forehead. Karyana held her breath. She was unable to
move. And she was scared.
A crescent moon appeared on her forehead. Suddenly, all of her
memories
came flooding back. She remembered everything.
*Mamma! Jerem! Father! NO! Don't leave me! I don't want to go
to
Earth! Jaerite… *
She gazed up at him. "No." Her voice was a frightened whisper.
She
didn't want these memories. She just wanted to be a normal teenager.
"Karyana. You have a mission." Jaerite took her hand in his.
"After you
were sent into the future, there was a great battle. Beryl was sealed for a
time. The Senshi of Pluto have protected the secret of the Ginzuishou for
the past millenium. But Beryl escaped. She will come to Earth soon. The
Moon Kingdom is gone. You are all that is left of the original Royal
bloodline. It is up to you to protect the Ginzuishou. It is your duty."
Karyana absorbed all of this information carefully. "If the Senshi
of
Pluto protect it, then why look for me?"
"Because Beryl killed the last Senshi of Pluto. She was killed
before she
could pass the secret onto her daughter, the current Guardian of Time. She
has no knowledge of their power."
"So, what can I do?"
"Take this." He held out a silver bracelet. It was lovely. "Take
it and
say 'Echo Power. Make Up.'"
She took the bracelet and placed it on her wrist. Taking a deep
breath she
raised her hand and shouted, "Echo Power! Make Up!"
She was not expecting to be lifted into the air. Her clothes fell
away
only to be replaced by something else. She stood in a salute pose. Looking
at herself, Karyana liked what she saw. She wore a short Sailor style suit.
The skirt was a medium shade of lavender while the tunic was bleach white.
It had two bows, one in front and in back. They were silver blue. Her
go-go boots were the same shade as the skirt. And she wore long white
gloves with medium lavender trim. Her long wavy lavender hair was up in a
high ponytail to keep it out of the way.
Jaerite held his breath as he looked at her. She was stunning, even
though
she was only a child. "You shall be known as Sailor Echo. Those whom you
help will think it was merely a dream. This will insure your safety and
theirs. Do you accept?"
Sailor Echo raised her head and met his eyes. They held the same
fire and
passion that they had had years ago. "The Moon Princess is back. Let's
kick some Nega-butt!"
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Three years later…
It had been a hectic three years for Karyana. She had to manage
school and
being a Senshi. Her feelings for Jaerite had come back. That was not too
much of a problem. He said that they would go out only if she got her grades
up and kept them up. Her parents were quite proud of her current GPA. She
had a 2.3. For her, that was great. Usually she got an average of 1.5.
Jaerite was proud as well. But more importantly, she was proud of herself.
She knew that all it took was a little hard work and faith and she could do
anything.
"Why do we have to go to Japan?" She stuffed clothes into a
suitcase with
a sigh. "I want to stay here."
Her father sat on the edge of her bed. "We won't be able to go to
France
for a few months. My boss said that I am needed in Japan."
"Then why don't you and Mom go. I'll stay here."
"You're only sixteen. Besides, you already know how to speak
Japanese. So
there's no problem." He stood abruptly. "Finish packing. Our plane leaves
in one hour."
Karyana was alone in her room. It wasn't that she didn't want to go
to
Japan. She did. But what if they knew that she was only in ninth grade
instead of the eleventh? Japanese people valued their education. She would
look like a fool.
"Princess." It was Maverick, her guardian. After Jaerite had given
her
back her past, they had sought out the white eagle. Her parents thought he
was her pet. He was able to trick them, and anyone he chose, with a special
power that only Moon Birds had. He had the power to disguise himself as any
bird he wanted. Right now, he looked like a large parrot. And it meant
that he was allowed to move with them. "I spoke to Prince Jaerite about
this move. He says that it is necessary. The other Senshi are there."
A shocked look crossed her face. "In Japan?"
"Yes. Soon, you will meet them. You must find the one who is Sailor
Moon.
She now possesses the Crystal of Peace."
"How can she?" Her brow wrinkled as she thought. "Wait! She is my
descendent…Actually, a distant cousin. The daughter of this Queen Serenity
you told me about?"
Maverick nodded. "Yes. After you were sent away, your father chose
his
cousin to be his successor. The line continued through your second cousin's
family. Had the Moon Kingdom not been destroyed, Princess Serenity would
rule it now."
"Karyana! Put Maverick in his cage. It's time to go!"
Standing, Karyana looked about the room that had been hers for one
month.
There had been no poster, knickknacks, and no décor. She knew that she
would be gone before she got used to it. It reminded her of a dorm room.
Bare. Bare and empty. She placed Maverick in his travel cage. One last
look and she was out the door. It was time to start a new life. Again.
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"Hey did you hear!" Usagi was practically jumping with excitement.
"There's a new girl at school. I saw her talking to Haruna-sensei."
Ami and Makoto smiled at their friend. Usagi was one of the most
outgoing
people around. Every time a new student came to school, she went out of her
way to make them feel welcome.
"What's she like?" Makoto asked as she pulled out her lunch. She
noticed
Usagi practically drooling over the home baked cookies she had brought. So,
she handed her some, as usual.
"She's really pretty. Long lavender hair, thin…. The guys will go
crazy!"
She wolfed down all of the cookies in record time.
Ami spoke up. "I wonder what classes she taking. And where she's
from."
The sound of laughter caught their attention. Umino and some of the
other
brainy boys were surrounding the new girl. They had a copy of her
transcripts and were making fun of it. Karyana was not happy. She had been
put in the "slow" classes. Already things were looking bad.
"Man! And I thought that airhead Usagi was stupid! Look at these
grades!"
Yaruku, a total jerk, sneered. "All C's. How did you manage to get past
the first grade!"
There was more laughter. Usagi couldn't take it.
"Umino!" She stalked up to the boys, her friends in tow. She
looked mad
enough to kill. "Naru-chan used to make really bad grades. Do you think
she'd like to see you make fun of someone just because of that!" She gave
him a look of pure venom.
The nerdy boy nervously adjusted his large glasses. "Come on
Usagi-chan.
We didn't mean anything! Don't tell Naru-chan! Please!"
Makoto took her turn. "And the rest of you! Do you wanna meet my
fist?"
She waved it threateningly.
They swiftly apologized and handed Karyana back her schedule. Then
they
ran off.
"Gomen nasai!" Usagi turned to her. "Believe it or not, most of us
here
at Juuban aren't like that. So, I'm Usagi. This is Ami and Makoto. What's
your name?"
"I'm Karyana. Arigato!" She glanced down at her classes. "Does
anyone
know where room 324A is? My cooking class is in there. And it's next."
"You're in my class!" Makoto exclaimed. "I can show you the way."
The girls chatted for the rest of lunch. Afterwards, Makoto and
Karyana
went to cooking class. Usagi headed for English while Ami went towards the
Science building.
"So, how do you like Juban so far?" Makoto handed Karyana an apron.
"It's different. I'm so used to having all my classes in a row.
What time
do we normally get out of school?"
"About five. What about your old school?" She set out a paper
tablecloth
to keep the table from getting too dirty.
"Three." There wasn't time to say anything else because the teacher
came
in.
"Alright girls, first I'd like to introduce a new student. Karyana
Donelli, will you please stand? Arigato! Let's make her feel welcome.
Now, for today's class, we're going to make a dessert called a doughnut.
Karyana-chan, isn't this a popular food in America?"
Everyone turned towards the beautiful girl, who looked embarrassed.
"Um…yes."
The teacher beamed. "Good! Then I'm glad I chose it for today's
lesson."
She clapped her hands together. "Take a note card and follow the
directions. If you need help, just call me." She moved about the room as
they started the baking process.
Karyana had fun in class. She and Makoto got to know each other
well. In
fact, Makoto was having a sleepover that Friday and invited Karyana. Class
passed rather quickly and the day soon ended.
"Jya ne, Mako-chan!" She waved to her new friend and started home.
It
turned out that her last three classes; English, Math, and Biology were also
with Mako-chan.
"Hey Karyana! Wait up!" Usagi rushed to catch up to her. "Which
way are
you headed?"
"I live on Tokyo Circle. You?"
"Yatta! We live on the same street! What number?"
"168."
"We're neighbors! I'm right across the street."
"Great! We can walk to school together."
They chatted all the way home. They were on the side where Karyana
lived,
so she invited Usagi over. Since Mrs. Tsukino was outside, she just called
across and told her where she was going.
"We just moved in three days ago. Sorry about the mess."
Usagi frowned. "Why haven't I seen you?"
As she lead the way to her room, Karyana stated, "Jet lag and trying
to fix
up my room." She opened her door. Maverick gazed at the new girl
cautiously from his perch.
"What a pretty bird!" Usagi ran to it. He allowed her to pet his
head.
"What's his name?" As far as she could tell, it was a beautiful parrot.
"Maverick." Karyana sat down on her bed. Usagi finished with the
bird and
sat next to her.
"I like your room. It's so clean!"
The room was done in varying shades of peach. Along one wall was a
bookshelf. But instead of holding books, it held ceramic and glass
butterflies. They were an assortment of colors. She had some posters on
the opposite wall. They were of an actor named Sean Connery and more
butterflies. On the dresser were several butterfly shaped candles and hair
clips. Her bed spread had little butterflies and flowers. She even had a
butterfly shaped pillow and rug!
"You like butterflies, ne?"
Karyana blushed then smiled. "Hai! They're so pretty and elegant."
Usagi nodded. "So, why did you move to Japan?"
"My dad does a lot of work where he needs to go all over the world.
This
is the first time that we'll be able to stay somewhere for more than a
month." She started picking at her bedspread. "We'll be here for three
months before we head for France."
"That's terrible. What about all your friends?"
She noticed that Karyana didn't meet her eyes.
"I don't have any friends." Her voice was low, distant.
"Karyana! Are you home?"
It was her mother.
"Yes! I'm upstairs!" She stood. "Come on. I'll get you something
to
eat." They headed out the door. "By the way, are you going to Mako-chan's
on Friday?"
Realizing that she wasn't going to get anywhere, Usagi merely
smiled.
"Hai! It's going to be fun!"
Usagi stayed for a while before she went home. After she left,
Karyana sat
up in her room and thought about her day.
"Princess." Maverick cocked his head at her. "Is something wrong?"
"How am I supposed to find Sailor Moon? Not even Jaerite knows what
she
looks like." She flopped down on her bed. "This won't be easy."
"I know. But we have to try. Even though we haven't felt Beryl in
a
while, she may be alive. Plus there are other dangers. The Ginzuishou need
to be protected at all costs."
"Karyana. Who are you talking to?" Her mother was outside her
door.
"Um, Usagi. The girl who was over today." She crossed her fingers.
"Do
you need the phone?" *Please don't let dad be using it! *
"No. Just don't stay up too late, dear." Her mother walked away
from the
door.
"Well, Princess…I suppose you should get to bed. You have to get up
early."
She went into the bathroom and changed into a pair of sweat pants
and a tee
shirt. Her teeth were brushed and her hair combed. Going back into her
room she turned off the light and climbed in bed. Sleep claimed her in
minutes.
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It was past midnight when Jaerite came to her. There was an evil presence
near the junior high. She pulled on her shoes and quietly made her way down
the stairs. She knew that Maverick would see that her parents did not
awaken. Once safely away from the house, she turned to the image of her
love. He did not yet have the strength to free himself from the Crystal of
Peace. That was one reason they needed to find Sailor Moon. If he were
free, then they would make a formidable team.
"I'm ready." She raised her hand into the air and shouted, "Echo Crystal
Power! Make Up!" While her call was different, her fuku was the same. She
blew a kiss towards Jaerite and rushed off to the school.
The Sailor Senshi were there fighting some strange creature. It was large
with sharp spikes on its back and huge gargoyle style wings. It was also
much more powerful.
"We can't even scratch it!" Sailor Mars shouted. She flung her fire attack
at it. "Fire Soul!" But it did nothing.
They were fighting a losing battle.
"Echo Moon Attack!" A stream of energy lashed out and lassoed the monster.
The Senshi turned to her in shock. Who was she?
"Sailor Moon! Now!" Venus cried.
Taking up her scepter, Sailor Moon cried, "Moon Princess Halation!" The
monster was turned to dust.
*So she's Sailor Moon. *
"Well, since we're going to work together, it makes sense that you know who
I really am!" She closed her eyes and concentrated on her Crystal of Life.
She could feel herself changing.
"Karyana-chan!" Makoto, Usagi and Ami gaped at her.
"Now you know. Sailor Moon, I need to ask a favor. Your Ginzuishou… I need
it."
Sailor Moon was in shock. "Nani? Why?"
"Prince Jaerite, my love-his essence is inside it. In order to fight at
full strength, and to survive in this world, he must be free."
"I don't understand." They were all at a loss for words. So she had to
explain it to them. She took a deep breath and began.
"I was born Princess Karyana of the Moon Kingdom almost two thousand
years ago..."
To be cont.
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Karyana@excite.com This is rated PG-13. (Note: in the Prologue, I
misspelled some Japanese words. I have spelled it right, I hope, in this
Chapter ;). This takes place after the first part of SMR, with Ail and Ann.
My knowledge of Japanese school systems is non existent. All mistakes are
mine. Also, I forgot to mention before that neither the concept of nor the
Sailor Senshi themselves belong to me. The main character, Karyana, however
does. If you wish to use her, ask me first. And a special thanks to Meara
for looking at this for me. Also, give credit where it's due. To the
wonderful creator of Sailor Moon, Naoko Taekishi, arigato!
Sailor Echo: A Princess' Tale Chapter 1
Where was I? Oh yes. I told you about the Moon Kingdom. It's so
easy to get caught up in the memories. When I think about my life there, I feel so
sad.
Anyway, after I was sent to Earth, I was reborn as Karyana Donelli.
I lived with my parents in the United States most of my childhood. I didn't
have very many friends when I was growing up. We moved often due to my
father's work. Every time I met someone, I had to say goodbye before long.
By the time I was ten I had given up hope of having a real home and friends.
When I was twelve, I began to hang out with the "wrong crowd". I was into
drugs, smoking and alcohol. My grades in school dropped and in my first
year of middle school, I gained a reputation for being a troublemaker. I
cut school almost everyday and was forever in detention. But everything
changed suddenly when I got into the seventh grade.
Let me tell you what happened…
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With a sigh, Karyana made her way home. It was cold and raining.
How she loathed the rain! And stupid her forgot her raincoat. "This wouldn't have
happened if that jerk Jared hadn't snitched on me. I was doing fine until
he told the substitute that I was skipping. Now, I'm late for my favorite
show, I'm wet, and I'll be grounded-again!"
"Karyana."
She froze. Slowly, she turned and faced the most gorgeous guy she
had ever seen. He had pale blue hair and matching eyes. The thirteen-year-old
studied him. Why was he so familiar? She was sure that she had never met
him before.
"Yes." She shifted her load of books in her grasp. If this guy was
a creep, she would throw the books at him and run. One could never be too
careful. Especially in New York.
*I found her! I actually found her! * The son of Beryl could not
believe his luck.
He reached for her. "I'm sorry, my sweet. But we have work to do."
His fingertip touched her forehead. Karyana held her breath. She was unable to
move. And she was scared.
A crescent moon appeared on her forehead. Suddenly, all of her
memories
came flooding back. She remembered everything.
*Mamma! Jerem! Father! NO! Don't leave me! I don't want to go
to
Earth! Jaerite… *
She gazed up at him. "No." Her voice was a frightened whisper.
She
didn't want these memories. She just wanted to be a normal teenager.
"Karyana. You have a mission." Jaerite took her hand in his.
"After you
were sent into the future, there was a great battle. Beryl was sealed for a
time. The Senshi of Pluto have protected the secret of the Ginzuishou for
the past millenium. But Beryl escaped. She will come to Earth soon. The
Moon Kingdom is gone. You are all that is left of the original Royal
bloodline. It is up to you to protect the Ginzuishou. It is your duty."
Karyana absorbed all of this information carefully. "If the Senshi
of
Pluto protect it, then why look for me?"
"Because Beryl killed the last Senshi of Pluto. She was killed
before she
could pass the secret onto her daughter, the current Guardian of Time. She
has no knowledge of their power."
"So, what can I do?"
"Take this." He held out a silver bracelet. It was lovely. "Take
it and
say 'Echo Power. Make Up.'"
She took the bracelet and placed it on her wrist. Taking a deep
breath she
raised her hand and shouted, "Echo Power! Make Up!"
She was not expecting to be lifted into the air. Her clothes fell
away
only to be replaced by something else. She stood in a salute pose. Looking
at herself, Karyana liked what she saw. She wore a short Sailor style suit.
The skirt was a medium shade of lavender while the tunic was bleach white.
It had two bows, one in front and in back. They were silver blue. Her
go-go boots were the same shade as the skirt. And she wore long white
gloves with medium lavender trim. Her long wavy lavender hair was up in a
high ponytail to keep it out of the way.
Jaerite held his breath as he looked at her. She was stunning, even
though
she was only a child. "You shall be known as Sailor Echo. Those whom you
help will think it was merely a dream. This will insure your safety and
theirs. Do you accept?"
Sailor Echo raised her head and met his eyes. They held the same
fire and
passion that they had had years ago. "The Moon Princess is back. Let's
kick some Nega-butt!"
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Three years later…
It had been a hectic three years for Karyana. She had to manage
school and
being a Senshi. Her feelings for Jaerite had come back. That was not too
much of a problem. He said that they would go out only if she got her grades
up and kept them up. Her parents were quite proud of her current GPA. She
had a 2.3. For her, that was great. Usually she got an average of 1.5.
Jaerite was proud as well. But more importantly, she was proud of herself.
She knew that all it took was a little hard work and faith and she could do
anything.
"Why do we have to go to Japan?" She stuffed clothes into a
suitcase with
a sigh. "I want to stay here."
Her father sat on the edge of her bed. "We won't be able to go to
France
for a few months. My boss said that I am needed in Japan."
"Then why don't you and Mom go. I'll stay here."
"You're only sixteen. Besides, you already know how to speak
Japanese. So
there's no problem." He stood abruptly. "Finish packing. Our plane leaves
in one hour."
Karyana was alone in her room. It wasn't that she didn't want to go
to
Japan. She did. But what if they knew that she was only in ninth grade
instead of the eleventh? Japanese people valued their education. She would
look like a fool.
"Princess." It was Maverick, her guardian. After Jaerite had given
her
back her past, they had sought out the white eagle. Her parents thought he
was her pet. He was able to trick them, and anyone he chose, with a special
power that only Moon Birds had. He had the power to disguise himself as any
bird he wanted. Right now, he looked like a large parrot. And it meant
that he was allowed to move with them. "I spoke to Prince Jaerite about
this move. He says that it is necessary. The other Senshi are there."
A shocked look crossed her face. "In Japan?"
"Yes. Soon, you will meet them. You must find the one who is Sailor
Moon.
She now possesses the Crystal of Peace."
"How can she?" Her brow wrinkled as she thought. "Wait! She is my
descendent…Actually, a distant cousin. The daughter of this Queen Serenity
you told me about?"
Maverick nodded. "Yes. After you were sent away, your father chose
his
cousin to be his successor. The line continued through your second cousin's
family. Had the Moon Kingdom not been destroyed, Princess Serenity would
rule it now."
"Karyana! Put Maverick in his cage. It's time to go!"
Standing, Karyana looked about the room that had been hers for one
month.
There had been no poster, knickknacks, and no décor. She knew that she
would be gone before she got used to it. It reminded her of a dorm room.
Bare. Bare and empty. She placed Maverick in his travel cage. One last
look and she was out the door. It was time to start a new life. Again.
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"Hey did you hear!" Usagi was practically jumping with excitement.
"There's a new girl at school. I saw her talking to Haruna-sensei."
Ami and Makoto smiled at their friend. Usagi was one of the most
outgoing
people around. Every time a new student came to school, she went out of her
way to make them feel welcome.
"What's she like?" Makoto asked as she pulled out her lunch. She
noticed
Usagi practically drooling over the home baked cookies she had brought. So,
she handed her some, as usual.
"She's really pretty. Long lavender hair, thin…. The guys will go
crazy!"
She wolfed down all of the cookies in record time.
Ami spoke up. "I wonder what classes she taking. And where she's
from."
The sound of laughter caught their attention. Umino and some of the
other
brainy boys were surrounding the new girl. They had a copy of her
transcripts and were making fun of it. Karyana was not happy. She had been
put in the "slow" classes. Already things were looking bad.
"Man! And I thought that airhead Usagi was stupid! Look at these
grades!"
Yaruku, a total jerk, sneered. "All C's. How did you manage to get past
the first grade!"
There was more laughter. Usagi couldn't take it.
"Umino!" She stalked up to the boys, her friends in tow. She
looked mad
enough to kill. "Naru-chan used to make really bad grades. Do you think
she'd like to see you make fun of someone just because of that!" She gave
him a look of pure venom.
The nerdy boy nervously adjusted his large glasses. "Come on
Usagi-chan.
We didn't mean anything! Don't tell Naru-chan! Please!"
Makoto took her turn. "And the rest of you! Do you wanna meet my
fist?"
She waved it threateningly.
They swiftly apologized and handed Karyana back her schedule. Then
they
ran off.
"Gomen nasai!" Usagi turned to her. "Believe it or not, most of us
here
at Juuban aren't like that. So, I'm Usagi. This is Ami and Makoto. What's
your name?"
"I'm Karyana. Arigato!" She glanced down at her classes. "Does
anyone
know where room 324A is? My cooking class is in there. And it's next."
"You're in my class!" Makoto exclaimed. "I can show you the way."
The girls chatted for the rest of lunch. Afterwards, Makoto and
Karyana
went to cooking class. Usagi headed for English while Ami went towards the
Science building.
"So, how do you like Juban so far?" Makoto handed Karyana an apron.
"It's different. I'm so used to having all my classes in a row.
What time
do we normally get out of school?"
"About five. What about your old school?" She set out a paper
tablecloth
to keep the table from getting too dirty.
"Three." There wasn't time to say anything else because the teacher
came
in.
"Alright girls, first I'd like to introduce a new student. Karyana
Donelli, will you please stand? Arigato! Let's make her feel welcome.
Now, for today's class, we're going to make a dessert called a doughnut.
Karyana-chan, isn't this a popular food in America?"
Everyone turned towards the beautiful girl, who looked embarrassed.
"Um…yes."
The teacher beamed. "Good! Then I'm glad I chose it for today's
lesson."
She clapped her hands together. "Take a note card and follow the
directions. If you need help, just call me." She moved about the room as
they started the baking process.
Karyana had fun in class. She and Makoto got to know each other
well. In
fact, Makoto was having a sleepover that Friday and invited Karyana. Class
passed rather quickly and the day soon ended.
"Jya ne, Mako-chan!" She waved to her new friend and started home.
It
turned out that her last three classes; English, Math, and Biology were also
with Mako-chan.
"Hey Karyana! Wait up!" Usagi rushed to catch up to her. "Which
way are
you headed?"
"I live on Tokyo Circle. You?"
"Yatta! We live on the same street! What number?"
"168."
"We're neighbors! I'm right across the street."
"Great! We can walk to school together."
They chatted all the way home. They were on the side where Karyana
lived,
so she invited Usagi over. Since Mrs. Tsukino was outside, she just called
across and told her where she was going.
"We just moved in three days ago. Sorry about the mess."
Usagi frowned. "Why haven't I seen you?"
As she lead the way to her room, Karyana stated, "Jet lag and trying
to fix
up my room." She opened her door. Maverick gazed at the new girl
cautiously from his perch.
"What a pretty bird!" Usagi ran to it. He allowed her to pet his
head.
"What's his name?" As far as she could tell, it was a beautiful parrot.
"Maverick." Karyana sat down on her bed. Usagi finished with the
bird and
sat next to her.
"I like your room. It's so clean!"
The room was done in varying shades of peach. Along one wall was a
bookshelf. But instead of holding books, it held ceramic and glass
butterflies. They were an assortment of colors. She had some posters on
the opposite wall. They were of an actor named Sean Connery and more
butterflies. On the dresser were several butterfly shaped candles and hair
clips. Her bed spread had little butterflies and flowers. She even had a
butterfly shaped pillow and rug!
"You like butterflies, ne?"
Karyana blushed then smiled. "Hai! They're so pretty and elegant."
Usagi nodded. "So, why did you move to Japan?"
"My dad does a lot of work where he needs to go all over the world.
This
is the first time that we'll be able to stay somewhere for more than a
month." She started picking at her bedspread. "We'll be here for three
months before we head for France."
"That's terrible. What about all your friends?"
She noticed that Karyana didn't meet her eyes.
"I don't have any friends." Her voice was low, distant.
"Karyana! Are you home?"
It was her mother.
"Yes! I'm upstairs!" She stood. "Come on. I'll get you something
to
eat." They headed out the door. "By the way, are you going to Mako-chan's
on Friday?"
Realizing that she wasn't going to get anywhere, Usagi merely
smiled.
"Hai! It's going to be fun!"
Usagi stayed for a while before she went home. After she left,
Karyana sat
up in her room and thought about her day.
"Princess." Maverick cocked his head at her. "Is something wrong?"
"How am I supposed to find Sailor Moon? Not even Jaerite knows what
she
looks like." She flopped down on her bed. "This won't be easy."
"I know. But we have to try. Even though we haven't felt Beryl in
a
while, she may be alive. Plus there are other dangers. The Ginzuishou need
to be protected at all costs."
"Karyana. Who are you talking to?" Her mother was outside her
door.
"Um, Usagi. The girl who was over today." She crossed her fingers.
"Do
you need the phone?" *Please don't let dad be using it! *
"No. Just don't stay up too late, dear." Her mother walked away
from the
door.
"Well, Princess…I suppose you should get to bed. You have to get up
early."
She went into the bathroom and changed into a pair of sweat pants
and a tee
shirt. Her teeth were brushed and her hair combed. Going back into her
room she turned off the light and climbed in bed. Sleep claimed her in
minutes.
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It was past midnight when Jaerite came to her. There was an evil presence
near the junior high. She pulled on her shoes and quietly made her way down
the stairs. She knew that Maverick would see that her parents did not
awaken. Once safely away from the house, she turned to the image of her
love. He did not yet have the strength to free himself from the Crystal of
Peace. That was one reason they needed to find Sailor Moon. If he were
free, then they would make a formidable team.
"I'm ready." She raised her hand into the air and shouted, "Echo Crystal
Power! Make Up!" While her call was different, her fuku was the same. She
blew a kiss towards Jaerite and rushed off to the school.
The Sailor Senshi were there fighting some strange creature. It was large
with sharp spikes on its back and huge gargoyle style wings. It was also
much more powerful.
"We can't even scratch it!" Sailor Mars shouted. She flung her fire attack
at it. "Fire Soul!" But it did nothing.
They were fighting a losing battle.
"Echo Moon Attack!" A stream of energy lashed out and lassoed the monster.
The Senshi turned to her in shock. Who was she?
"Sailor Moon! Now!" Venus cried.
Taking up her scepter, Sailor Moon cried, "Moon Princess Halation!" The
monster was turned to dust.
*So she's Sailor Moon. *
"Well, since we're going to work together, it makes sense that you know who
I really am!" She closed her eyes and concentrated on her Crystal of Life.
She could feel herself changing.
"Karyana-chan!" Makoto, Usagi and Ami gaped at her.
"Now you know. Sailor Moon, I need to ask a favor. Your Ginzuishou… I need
it."
Sailor Moon was in shock. "Nani? Why?"
"Prince Jaerite, my love-his essence is inside it. In order to fight at
full strength, and to survive in this world, he must be free."
"I don't understand." They were all at a loss for words. So she had to
explain it to them. She took a deep breath and began.
"I was born Princess Karyana of the Moon Kingdom almost two thousand
years ago..."
To be cont.
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