MeantToBeChap5

Author's Notes : Here we go.. (tada!), chapter five, (I know, FINALLY!)... anyways.. enjoy, and many thanks, as usual.
- Jedi Serenity
Disclaimer : I'm just borrowing the characters, so don't sue me! I do wish I owned Sailor Moon though (I know, it's shocking I don't isn't it?).

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As It Was Meant To Be
Chapter Five


The morning sun poked it's way into Serenity's bedroom, and she woke, yawning, and rubbing her back which was sore from sleeping on the couch. Because Naru had passed out last night, Serenity insisted that she stay in her room.
Naru's eyes slowly opened, and she placed a hand to her head, as it was pounding. Serenity noticed her friend was awake, and rushed to the washroom, getting a damp cloth for her forehead.
How are you feeling? She asked softly, placing the towel on Naru's forehead.
I'm okay. Her friend smiled weakly.
You're not working today, so stay here and relax alright? Serenity told her, Naru smiled at the Princess's kindness.
Thank you. She whispered. How was your night? Serenity sighed, remembering the handsome man she had danced with.
She smiled dreamily. Serenity excused herself, as she was to have breakfast with her mother, to discuss the upcoming events. Rei waited outside her door, to go with her.
Oh Rei, you really don't have to do this. Serenity said, not wanting her friend to feel obligated to escort her everywhere.
Your mother asked me to. Just in case, seeing as there are so many people around because of the masquerade last night. Rei told her, as they walked down the long corridors of the palace, making their way to the dining room.

Endy, get up. Zoycite said, shaking the young man, trying to wake him.
He asked, sleepily rubbing his eyes.
We're supposed to be at breakfast in ten minutes. The auburn man stated, still trying to get the Prince out of bed.
I'm not going. I'm not hungry. Endymion replied stubbornly.
And what am I supposed to tell your father? Don't be absurd. Get out of bed. His guard demanded, frustrated.
Tell him I'm sick. You've done it before. The Prince replied, rolling over so he didn't face the man standing in his room.
This is different. The Princess will be here. Zoycite said him, hoping it would get him up.
I have plenty of time to meet her later. Endymion wasn't looking forward to meeting her. Zoycite, now annoyed, and frustrated, turned and stormed from the room, muttering to himself.
Endymion watched his friend go, and smiled in his victory, brushing the jet black bangs from his eyes. He got up, running a hand through his hair, and went to stand on the balcony, which overlooked the landscape. He looked up at his home planet, wanting to go back, but at the same time feeling at peace where he was.

Time passed, as the King of Earth, Queen Serenity, the Princess, and her court waited for Endymion. Suddenly a very flustered Zoycite entered. You Highness, Endymion is not feeling well, and has decided to rest for the day. He informed them, and everyone could see the anger boil in the King's face.
Very well. He said coldly, not impressed with his son's behavior.
Then my dear Serenity, you and your court may leave, there is really no reason to be here. Queen Serenity smiled, and the girl's thanked her, getting up to leave.
Serenity allowed all the girls a day off, as she was tired, and did not feel like doing anything but rest. She slipped away, back into her room where Naru had just waken up.
I hope you're feeling all better. Serenity addressed her happily.
Thank you Princess, you've been so good to me. Naru smiled, sitting up in the huge four poster bed.
Come on the balcony with me, we'll have tea, and chat? Serenity asked, as she took the white rose she had received last night, and slipped it into her golden hair. Naru readily agreed, and followed her out.

The Prince finally rose from bed, and decided to get some fresh air. He quickly changed, washed up, but stopped dead in his tracks when he saw Kunzite standing before him, looking very angry.
What the hell do you think you're doing!? He growled. Endymion stared at him, wide-eyed, as he had not see Kunzite as angry as this. You're ill? Is this some sick ploy to ruin the chance of a treaty? He yelled, as the Prince felt guilt rush through him. Endymion, you are selfish. He spat.
That's enough Kunzite. Endymion snarled in response. You don't know what it's like. The white haired man suddenly felt bad for his friend, and wondered what had taken control of him.
I.. I'm sorry. Prince. He bowed, smiling apologetically.
It's alright. I know it's been rough lately. He patted Kunzite on the shoulder, reassuring him.
But Endy, you could have least made it to breakfast to meet the Princess. Your father is furious. Endymion sat on a chair.
I don't want to meet her, not yet anyway. I'm pretty sure neither of us want to go through with this. He mused, running a hand through his silky black hair.
You never know. Kunzite smiled, and left exited the room, leaving his friend to his thoughts. As soon as the guard had gone, Endymion rose from his chair, and went outside, breathing in the fresh air, and enjoying the peacefulness of the planet.
Endymion walked along the palace grounds, letting the winding paths take him where ever they desired. The breeze blew gently through the trees, carrying the fragrance of the gardens along with it.
He stopped suddenly when he heard a giggle coming from above him, and got a glimpse of a beautiful blonde girl, sitting at a glass table with the red headed girl he had spoken to in the palace before. Endymion didn't know why, but something held him there, and he sat, out of their view, watching, and listening to their conversation.

So Naru, tell me everything! Serenity squealed excitedly, as she was referring to the man Naru was with at the masquerade.
Oh Sere, you never do give up. Naru giggled, and blushed.
Come on Naru! Serenity pushed on, wanting to hear every detail about her friend's night.
Well, his name is Nephrite and... Naru continued to explain the wonderful night she had with the Prince's guard, while Endymion listened, smiling to himself. I knew he had it in him', he thought to himself, as he listened to Naru's story of how Nephrite swept her off her feet.
Oh Naru, I'm so happy for you! You're going to see him again, right? Serenity grinned, as she was truly happy for her handmaiden. I hope so! But now I want to know about that man you were with! It's only fair! Naru and Serenity both smiled.
Well, he was perfect. She started, blushing at the words, she then proceeded to tell her friend of how well they got along, how they seemed to fit like two pieces of a puzzle. But Naru, I don't even know who he is. Serenity finished, frowning, taking the white rose he had given her earlier, and smelling it.
Endymion smiled, knowing that this girl was talking of him, and was now more curious of who she was. He thought about coming from his hiding place, and introducing himself, but something held him back.
I guess it doesn't matter anyway. It's not like anything could come of it. The tears came to the Princess's eyes once more. Oh Naru. I don't want these times to end. Everything has been so perfect, until my mother's arrangement. God I hope the King and Prince don't agree. The tears now fell, and Naru went over and hugged her friend.
You never know Sere, he might be more than you expect. She said, trying to comfort her friend.
Naru, you know what people from Earth are like. Why should he be any different? I just wish I wasn't born a Princess, I just want to be normal. Serenity said through the sobs, as Naru patted her on her back.
Endymion listened silently, She can't be the Moon Princess' he said silently, though he knew that she was. He quietly crept away, sad, and angry; angry because Serenity was already making accusations, sad because the instant they danced, he had fallen for her.

Nightfall came, and the Moon was covered in a peaceful silence. Endymion had been conjuring up a plan all day that would allow the Princess to see him for who he really was, and not the arrogant Prince of Earth'.
Endymion quietly got dressed, and went to the glass doors which lead onto the balcony. He carefully opened them, being sure not to make a sound, as it would awake, and alarm his guards, who took shifts watching his door during the night. He closed it just as cautiously, and leapt over the balcony, his shoes making a soft click as they hit the hard surface below.
He then took off in the direction of the Princess's room. When he reached it, he climbed up onto her balcony, and realized that the doors were wide open. The white, silk curtains blew in the soft breeze, and the moonlight shone through the doorway, onto her golden locks of hair.
Endymion approached her quietly, pulling a perfect white rose from the air, and placing it by her head, on her pillow. He then kissed her gently on the cheek, and brushed a stray strand of hair off her face, with his white gloved hand.
He took one last look at his sleeping angel before he turned to go back onto the balcony. The black cape fluttered gently through the wind, and he once more jumped from the balcony, onto the marble paths below.

Serenity felt a hand upon her face, and opened her eyes to see a tall man leaving her room, his cape flying in the wind. She sighed happily, knowing it was the man from last night, and fell back to sleep.
The morning sun rose, shining through the curtains into Serenity's room. The brilliant light upon her face caused her to wake up, and when she did, she saw the perfect white rose on her pillow. Knowing it was him who left it, she picked it up, and inhaled the rich scent once more. Serenity then placed it in the vase that held the other.
The Princess got out of bed, and ready for breakfast. Because it was a Sunday, her court, and herself were to have their breakfast in private, out on the balcony.
She slowly got ready, the entire time dreaming of the mysterious man who had visited her. She waltzed by herself around the room, imaging she was once again in his arms, then fell backwards onto the bed, letting out a small giggle.


****Sorry it took SO long to get that out! Had a little bit of a block! But now I hope I'm back into things!! I hope you enjoyed it, and thanks as always! I'm so happy that people have liked it so far, it means a lot! If you have anything you want to say, go ahead and e-mail me! Thanks again!****