Dimensional Warfare : The Past Isn't That Bad
by: Trio and Elf
rated: R, Lime
finished: 2000
Disclaimer: We do not own Gundam Wing, Sailor Moon, or The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. We are only using the characters to devise out own special tale of lore. So don't sue us, we're both poor.
C and C: To send the authors comments you can e-mail us at Trio_no_baka@yahoo.com and Slaybrat@aye.net Trio's email is the first, Elf's is the second.
Author Site: Trio's Anime World
www.expage.com/triomain
Author Notes: References to Athene's past are made. I tried to be sure you all could understand her past without having to refer back to "The Coming of Sailor Wisdom," written my yours truly.
There is a direct quote from the dubbed version of Sailor Moon. I take no credit for it, I only watched the scene maybe 20 times to be sure the quote was exact.
Chapter Eight
"Damn it woman! You're insufferable!" the pilot of Altron spat at the tall beauty in front of him. She wore a simple outfit that showed every curve she possessed. The Chinese pilot knew she was beautiful, but he would rather die then express his awe. He also knew his friend had deep feelings for this woman and would be hurt if he tried to claim this beauty as his own.
The warrior woman wore a white shirt that exposed her flat, taut belly and shorts that only reached a few scant inches below her crotch. Her long honey brown hair was caught back in a braid and her big blue eyes displayed fire and anger with the young man standing in her way.
"You know Wufei, you really need to get a life and quit bothering me about mine!" Athene had had enough of Wufei's insults. Why does he go to such great lengths to annoy and anger me?
"Winner is a friend and you don't deserve him. And he doesn't deserve the pain you give him!" Wufei suddenly realized he didn't know this woman's last name... I can't call her Athene, that would show affection.
Athene picked up on this and said, "It's Tomodachi," she paused, "Athene Tomodachi."
"Listen Tomodachi, Winner doesn't need a "friend" like you," Wufei turned and left the Sailor of Wisdom to her thoughts. And it was her thoughts that claimed her mind...
*****
Athene's Memory
"Serene, I still find it hard to believe that I'm here, with you," a slightly younger Sailor of Wisdom smiled to the great Queen of Crystal Tokyo.
"Annie, it has been a long time since we've had the opportunity to sit and talk about how life is treating us. I've missed it so much," Neo Queen Serenity turned to look at a pair of birds swirl around each other.
"Me too. But I feel out of place," Athene gazed at her tea cup.
The old friend's words shocked the just as ancient woman, "Why?" The Queen watched her friend and knew, "Oh, Annie. It is hard for you to feel truly at home in a world that has last names when you were born in a time when last names were never needed. But we can create one for you, humm... lets see... how about Wisdom? No, geez Annie I don't know."
"It's okay, at least I'm your friend and you're mine."
"That's It! Tomodachi, it means "friend" in japanese. Athene Tomodachi, Friend Athene."
*****
"Hey Wu-man, what'cha doing?" Duo Maxwell's long chestnut braid flew wildly around its insane owner as Duo ran to catch up with his fellow pilot.
"Maxwell, don't call me Wu-man. I was talking with Tomodachi," Wufei kept his pace.
"Tomodachi? What tomodachi?" I didn't think Wufei had any other friends besides us pilots.
"Not a tomodachi, thee Tomodachi," Wufei knew he was confusing the Deathscythe pilot, but he also knew his honor wouldn't allow himself to say her name.
"Ok, whatever Wu-man, you make no sense. So who is thee Tomodachi? I want to meet this friend of yours, is he a dragon like you?" Duo's violet-blue eyes watched the Chinese boy.
Wufei let out a heavy sigh and stopped to look at the American, "NO! Maxwell, Tomodachi is the woman Winner claimed!"
"Woman? OH... you mean Athene. I didn't know her last name was Tomodachi. Hummm... what a weird last name, tomodachi," Duo scratched his head and never noticed Wufei slip away.
"Hey Duo, listen I want to apologize for yesterday," a blonde boy approached the self-proclaimed Shinigami.
"Q-man! Hi!" Duo's face lit up at the sight of seeing his friend better. Maybe he and Athene patched things up. "Don't, it wasn't your fault."
"I guess Athene has my mind in chaos, sorry."
"It's cool, but things are better now right? I mean you too made up?" Duo made kissing motions with his lips to symbolize Quatre and Athene "making up."
The shy Arabian blushed only to say, "No. I haven't seen her all day. Actually I'm looking for her, do you know where I can find her?"
"Sorry Q-man, I haven't seen her either, but Wufei has."
"Thanks Duo," Quatre ran toward the hangers in search of Wufei.
*****
The gundamium giants towered over the tiny specks of the pilots. Heero stood at a distance doing a visual scan of his partner in destruction, Wing ZERO. Wufei stood next to his friend and comrade, his eyes on the massive suit of Nataku, but his mind reeling with the thoughts of the many visitors.
"ZERO's ready," Heero's cold voice broke the silence bringing the Chinese pilot back to the hanger in which he stood.
"And Nataku?" Wufei asked, knowing his mobile suit was complete, but asked anyway.
"Ready."
"WUFEI!" a distant voice called the the Altron pilot.
"That sounds like Quatre," Heero looked at the solemn face of his comrade. Why does Quatre want to talk to Wufei? They usually never speak. Oh well, it isn't my problem or concern.
"Yea," Wufei's single word seemed more like something the ZERO pilot would say rather then the Altron pilot. But Wufei too was known for his distance and single word replies.
"Hey Wufei!" Quatre called again as he came into sight of the hanger. Quatre stopped a few paces from his two friends. Heero's green tank-top was hanging loose around Heero's muscular chest, this carelessness surprised the Sandrock pilot, usually Heero made sure his shirt was always tucked in. Wufei wore his white over-robe.
"What do you want Winner?" Wufei asked very coldly.
"Well, Duo said you'd seen Athene. I was wondering where you saw her last."
"Can't you keep track of your own woman?" Wufei looked away from his friend. He didn't want to be so rude with the gentle Arabian, but it hurt him to see Quatre and know that this boy had won the affections of the tall beauty.
"She isn't mine to keep track off, Wufei," Quatre glanced to Heero.
"Tomodachi is training in the gardens, like usual," Wufei turned and walked away.
Quatre called after his friend, "Thanks." Quatre did a 180 and ran towards Athene's training area. She claimed the area almost right after she came to this strange land about a week previously.
*****
Things sure are weird between Quatre and Athene. I wonder if Jennifer and I can help them, I mean we've found love in differences; maybe they can too. Course they aren't very different, both have hearts as pure as sun light. Course Athene's heart is harder to see through; her heart seems darkened, maybe even tainted. Boy I hope Quatre knows what he's chasing after. Duo walked aimlessly around the palace grounds, not really looking for anyone.
"Hey Duo!" a soft feminine voice rang towards the Deathscythe pilot.
Duo turned to be face-to-face with one of the many sages from Hyrule. Duo recognized the girl as the Sage of Forest, Saria, I think her name is. Better play nice and keep these guys on our side. "Hey, how'ya doing?"
"Oh, great thanks. How are you; and your romantic other?" Saria's gentle eyes smiled at the God of Death.
"We're both great as well," Duo smiled to the small girl that looked about 11 years old. The Sage of Forest and God of Death walked together, laughing and making jokes about various visitors and occupants.
*****
"Well, this is most unexpected," a voice that could lull the seagull said softly to its companion.
"Yes, I know Nara. The Silent Dragon has fallen for the Sailor of Wisdom. Course it will make things more interesting, for us that is."
"Not only us Lilly. It will cause chaos among the pilots as well," Nara's white locks remained straight as she flung around and looked at Lilith. "I think it is time for our new creation to go and make the Hylians welcome, what do you say Lilly?"
"Excellent idea, Nara. Excellent."
*****
Quatre rounded a corner, looking up ahead he spotted the silhouette of the one he loved. Her hair flew free, the breeze claimed a lock and danced with it. Each lock danced with the gentle wind in their own waltz. Quatre took a deep breath when she turned around, her eyes were sad. A tear track stained her delicate face. Quatre, upon reaching her, gently wiped the tracks away with his thumb. But more tears made their way down from her dimmed blue eyes.
"Athene, what is it? Why are you crying?" Quatre looked at the heart- fallen woman with sympathy in his eyes. A pain began to creep into his heart.
"Quatre, I ... I ... I have to tell you something. Something I should have said a long time ago. Something that will change what we have as friends. And destroy our chances for the love we both want. But if I don't tell you I'll be lying to you and I can't do that anymore." Please forgive me Quatre, I'm so sorry but I can't protect you anymore.
"Don't worry, I'm listening." I have a bad feeling. What could she have to tell me that could be so horrible?
"I want to tell you my story...
*****
"Serena, come look at Princess Athene. One day when you both are older, you will be the very best of friends. Look she bears the symbol of the Moon, but she is not from our kingdom. She is of the Wisdom Family. She is a sister to the Moon Kingdom." Queen Serenity held her one year old over the fresh crib made for the new born. The babies giggled at each other...
I was born to a King and Queen. Queen Pearl and King Jem. My parents were dear friends of Queen Serenity, my best friend's mother. Queen Serenity ruled over a neighboring kingdom, the Kingdom of the Moon. My family ruled the Kingdom of Wisdom. I was born in a time called the Silver Millennium, it was a time of peace and war was unknown to us. Queen Serenity was right; when her daughter and I became older, we did become the very best of friends. We were inseparable. All we knew was each other. And that is how we grew up. But our life together was not to last...
"We're under attack! Under attack!" Luna ran screaming to the guests of Queen Serenity.
"Get ready for battle! We need everyone we can get for battle!" Artemis ran next to the black cat.
"Very soon the entire universe will be under my control. I'll have Queen Serenity begging for mercy... the universe is no longer!"
An evil queen named Queen Beryl came to our universe. She wanted the destruction of the Moon, because the Moon was the center of the Silver Millennium and the Silver Millennium was filled with peace. Also Queen Beryl wanted a powerful stone called the Imperium Silver Crystal. It was this crystal that brought on the Silver Millennium and it was because of this crystal that the Silver Millennium ended. Beryl destroyed the Moon and my friend. Serena was dead, the Moon was forever destroyed.
"The pretty twit and her prince are gone and the snake survives."
"No it can't be! Don't worry darling, I won't let it end this way. I won't let them take away your future."
"Queen Serenity if you use the Imperium Silver Crystal you won't have any strength left," Luna begged.
"It's the only way Luna, I must sacrifice my kingdom if we are to regain our peace... Cosmic Moon Power!"
Queen Serenity unleashed the awesome power of the crystal upon the invaders.
"What is this? You can't do this to me! You haven't seen the last of me!"
"Majesty you did it!" Luna smiled.
"They're gone, you beat'em," Artemis chorused.
"I trapped them all, yes. Had I destroyed them I would have destroyed Serena and the others too. Now they're all inside the power of the crystal. And now I must send them to a new future on Earth."
"But you saved them, why are you so sad?" Luna asked her crying queen.
"Because none of them will remember anything about this time or this place. Nothing. And I'll never see my sweet daughter again or you two either. But this is the only way for any of you to live on. I have enough power left to send everything you'll need in the future to Earth. Serena and her court will need your help if the Negaverse ever breaks free."
"Yes," the two cats answered together.
"All of you will be reborn on Earth with no memories of the Moon Kingdom what so ever, but if evil forces should try to repeat what happened here you two will know what to do. Now farewell, all of you and good luck. Good bye Serena, you are in my heart always... Be happy. On behalf of the Moon you will be free again... Perhaps we'll meet again."
"Queen Serenity," Luna and Artemis shouted as they watched their friend and queen die on the wreckage of her kingdom.
Queen Serenity died to give her daughter and friends life again. But it was not enough to save us all. My world soon followed the destruction that came to the Moon. But unlike the Moon, my world exploded killing everyone forever. My family was taken all in one night and in that night I too was taken. A man went to my parents shortly before doom fell upon Wisdom. He said he could protect one and only one. My parents gave me to him. And with him I slept. He was the Keeper of the Chamber Of Slumber. Souls and people went their to sleep till they were needed again.
There I slept for a thousand years. I know the number seems impossible, but believe me Quatre. I slept till a warrior of the Moon went up against the very queen that destroyed her past. Sailor Moon, also known as Serena Tsukino, defeated Queen Beryl. And in doing so avenged her past. I watched her defeat the evil queen and it was at this time that I agreed to help in her fight. The Keeper gave me the power I needed to fight off the evils of the negaverse, home of Queen Beryl. But the world was not ready for me. So again I slept.
I slept for two more millennia. When I woke Serena had claimed the throne of Earth. She was now Neo Queen Serenity. She took the name Serenity in respect of her late mother, Neo because she saved the world from a second Ice Age. It was a new world with a new ruler. Her husband, Neo King Endymion, is the man we call Darien Chiba. Or Tuxedo Mask. Rei Hino, Mina Aino, Lita Kino, and Ami Mizoru all became guardians to Earth and the new Royal Family. I went to Earth and vowed my allegiance to her. I am now a Guardian of Earth. I am Sailor Wisdom. The last of the Wisdom family and people. I am also Athene Tomodachi. But I will always be Princess Athene of Wisdom...
*****
... Quatre I know my story is strange and I don't expect you to believe me, so ... I will prove it to you." Athene stepped away from the stunned Sandrock pilot. "WISDOM CRYSTAL POWER!" A white ball encased the guardian. With a flash of intense light Athene Tomodachi was gone, Sailor Wisdom stood in her place.
Quatre couldn't believe his eyes. This is what a Sailor Scout is! Athene is what she says! "Athene..." Quatre corrected himself, "Sailor Wisdom. I... I... I don't know what to say."
"Oh, Quatre. Ahhh.." Wisdom clutched her chest. It feels like my heart is breaking apart. What's happening? Sailor Wisdom fell to the ground in pain.
"ATHENE!" Quatre ran to the side of the newly transformed sailor.
*****
"LILLY! Come HERE!" Nara's snow-colored hair flew wildly around the angered child.
"What is it?" Lilith floated slowly to her companion.
"Look! The Sailor of Wisdom can transform herself. This causes a problem!" Nara's once gold eyes turned a deep crimson.
"Hummm... this is interesting. But no worries Nara. Look, she is in pain. This time holds little power for her and even something as simple as transforming hurts her. She won't do it again in fear for her life," Lilith disappeared, leaving Nara to look on.
It only hurts her Lilly because we are not in the same vicinity. When it comes time for us to meet, she will have all the power she needs. She will drain it from us. But we have enough to share with her. An evil laughed filled the small void. We will destroy this pathetic sailor and all her friends. No worries Lady Wisdom, all the pain will end soon...
*****
"Malon..." a gentle voice asked the brightly lit room. The man was as ancient as Hyrule itself.
"Yes, Rauru? Can I help you?" Malon's tear-stricken voice answered back.
"Yes, I came to see if you were all right. I know you and Link are in a bit of a rough spot, so I thought I'd come to see how you were doing? May I come in and speak with you in private child?"
"Yes, please come in." Malon's slight form appeared before him. Her hair was nicely combed and shined. But nothing could take the sadness from her eyes. Razors hit the ancient man's heart at the sight of her. He couldn't believe his Hero had caused this in such a vibrant woman.
Rauru sat in one of the many chairs scattered around the room. His eyes never left the woman. "Malon, Link has said nothing. He refuses to talk about you and won't even hint as to why you two are fighting. I need to know Malon. This argument of yours is affecting his performance in training... and I can't allow that. So... tell me. Why? What is going on?"
Malon's blue eyes looked out the window, birds were singing and taking flight. A slight, but unsuccessful smile came to her lips, tugging. "I want Link to love me." A gasp escaped Rauru's mouth and his eyes enlarged about 5 sizes. "I know. But I want love from him. I love him, why can't he love me?" Malon's voice begged Rauru to say his Hero did love her, that he just didn't have the courage to say it.
"Malon, child, love is such a strong emotion. Link, probably, doesn't want to say he loves you until he's ABSOLUTELY sure!"
*****
I wonder what happened? She seemed so sure. And she looked so terrified when the pain started. Oh, Athene, what happened out there? Why did your transformation hurt you so much? Was it me? Did I cause this pain? Athene... please wake up and be okay. Please! Quatre paced around the white room Athene stayed in. Jennifer Darkfall rushed to the room when Quatre told her Athene had an attack of some kind...
*****
Flashback
Jennifer was humming pleasantly when Quatre came screaming towards her. Jennifer looked the boy over and saw no mortal wounds or any source of blood on him. But his eyes were damp and he was out of breath by the time he came to a halt in front on her. Quatre wasted no time in spilling the beans.
"JENNIFER! HELP PLEASE! ATHENE'S HURT!" Quatre screamed to the Darkfall pilot.
"Whoa! Slow down Quatre. What do you mean Athene's hurt? Where? What happened?" Jennifer's dark green eyes watched the hysterical Arabian.
"She's had some kind of an attack. She fell over with pain, then passed out. I took her to her room, then she started screaming again... I raced out to find help. Please come help HER!" Quatre's blue eyes released more tears.
"Ok, you go back and stay with her. I need to go get my medical case and I'll be at Athene's room asap," Jennifer turned around and raced towards her room, while Quatre ran back to Athene's side.
Jennifer came in to see Athene quiet on her bed, Quatre held her hand waiting patently for her. "She just became quiet again," Quatre said.
"Quatre, why don't you wait outside."
"NO!"
"Ok, but you have to stay out of the way," Jennifer looked at the fallen woman. Her white shirt was stained with sweat.
*****
Back to present
Athene's Room
"Quatre," Jennifer waited till Quatre came and stood next to her, "she's fine. She's lost a lot of energy, but that's it. I don't know what could have caused an attack but she's fine now. She's sleeping." Jennifer stood and started for the door.
"Where are you going?" the Sandrock pilot called.
"She doesn't need me now, just come and get me when she wakes up, okay?" Jennifer left without waiting for a reply. I wonder what could have drained her away? I bet Athene knows, I'll just wait to question her.
*****
All afternoon Athene slept, Quatre stayed by her side the whole time. Only leaving to go to the bathroom or get something to eat. Each time he returned she lay in the same spot, asleep. By sunset Quatre was beginning to think she'd never wake up. The blonde opened the balcony doors and stepped out into the crisp night air. A moan drifted out to him, "Athene?" he whispered. Quatre walked back to see the ancient woman stirring from her slumber.
"Quatre."
"I'm here," a smile plastered itself on his lips.
Athene's eyes opened. She returned the smile and sat up slowly, once up she looked into Quatre's aqua depths and leaned in to kiss him. Quatre kissed her back as though he hadn't kissed her in years. She put a hand on his chest, then slowly moved it down till her fingers found the vest's buttons. She gently unbuttoned the vest.
Quatre pulled back and looked down at the unfastened buttons, then took a flap in each hand and removed the cloth. Then he quickly removed his shirt and belt. Athene looked at the taut muscles, she smiled in his eyes and kissed him again. Quatre ran his inexperienced hands down her sides, getting a feel of her body. Athene only wore a night gown, Jennifer had changed her earlier thinking it would make her more comfortable.
The Sailor of Wisdom flipped the gown up and over her head and threw the material to the floor. Her breasts were bare, the nipples erect and hard. Quatre shyly looked at the exposed chest of the woman, he blushed a bright red when Athene chuckled. "It's okay," she put her arms around him and drew him in for a hug. Her breasts flattened against Quatre's chest.
Quatre suddenly became aware of a stirring in his pants. OH no, not now!
Athene put her rose colored lips to Quatre's ear and whispered, "Quatre, I'm not new at this. Does that bother you? Please tell me the truth. I don't want to rush you."
Quatre moved back and stood away from the bed. His hands unzipped his pants and slid them from his legs. Then without hesitation he removed his boxers too, there he stood in the nude before the once Princess of Wisdom.
Then without warning Quatre went to Athene, placed a hand over her panties and swiftly removed them. He looked in Athene's eyes and saw nothing but love. He kissed her as he got in under the sheets. He moved over the woman and used his knee to open her legs... but Athene's legs wouldn't open.
"Athene..." Quatre said in-between kisses.
"Quatre... wait." Quatre immediately stopped and raised his body up off her. "You forgot protection." Quatre blushed, he didn't have any.
"I... umm..."
"I understand. And don't worry I have a protection of my own," Athene reached to the night stand and took hold of her necklace. Then placed the relic around her slim neck, "Ancients of Wisdom, please protect me in my time of pleasure." A bright white light encased the two lovers. Athene smiled and wrapped her arms around Quatre, pulling him back on top of her.
Again he used his knee to open her legs, this time Athene opened her silken legs allowing passage to the Arabian. Athene gasped as Quatre entered her. Within moments the two found a comfortable rhythm. After a few thrusts their pace was increased.
Quatre sent Athene beyond any level of pleasure she had ever experienced. She screamed his name as she reached her peak. Quatre too had gone to the point of pure ecstasy. He kissed her, muffling her moan. He slipped himself out of her warm folds and laid flat on his back. Athene rested her head on his chest, falling asleep again.
The Sandrock pilot kissed the honey blonde hair of his love and whispered, "I love you Athene. I truly do. And thank you for this." He fell asleep, entering a world where he could make love to this beauty all night.
*****
"You called Your Highness?" Jennifer walked in the quest room.
"Yes, you said that if one was to feel not well that that means they are sick and needs to see a doctor. Correct?" Zelda didn't turn to look at the pilot.
"Yeah, that's correct. Why? Do you feel ill?" Jennifer watched the princess.
"Yes, my head is warm and my nose in constantly running. My air bags hurt and I am weak. Does all this mean I am sick?" Zelda looked at the Darkfall pilot.
"Yes, it does. When did this start?"
"Last night. I..." Zelda fainted, but with her quick reflects Jennifer was able to catch the princess and ease her to ground.
"DUO!"
by: Trio and Elf
rated: R, Lime
finished: 2000
Disclaimer: We do not own Gundam Wing, Sailor Moon, or The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. We are only using the characters to devise out own special tale of lore. So don't sue us, we're both poor.
C and C: To send the authors comments you can e-mail us at Trio_no_baka@yahoo.com and Slaybrat@aye.net Trio's email is the first, Elf's is the second.
Author Site: Trio's Anime World
www.expage.com/triomain
Author Notes: References to Athene's past are made. I tried to be sure you all could understand her past without having to refer back to "The Coming of Sailor Wisdom," written my yours truly.
There is a direct quote from the dubbed version of Sailor Moon. I take no credit for it, I only watched the scene maybe 20 times to be sure the quote was exact.
Chapter Eight
"Damn it woman! You're insufferable!" the pilot of Altron spat at the tall beauty in front of him. She wore a simple outfit that showed every curve she possessed. The Chinese pilot knew she was beautiful, but he would rather die then express his awe. He also knew his friend had deep feelings for this woman and would be hurt if he tried to claim this beauty as his own.
The warrior woman wore a white shirt that exposed her flat, taut belly and shorts that only reached a few scant inches below her crotch. Her long honey brown hair was caught back in a braid and her big blue eyes displayed fire and anger with the young man standing in her way.
"You know Wufei, you really need to get a life and quit bothering me about mine!" Athene had had enough of Wufei's insults. Why does he go to such great lengths to annoy and anger me?
"Winner is a friend and you don't deserve him. And he doesn't deserve the pain you give him!" Wufei suddenly realized he didn't know this woman's last name... I can't call her Athene, that would show affection.
Athene picked up on this and said, "It's Tomodachi," she paused, "Athene Tomodachi."
"Listen Tomodachi, Winner doesn't need a "friend" like you," Wufei turned and left the Sailor of Wisdom to her thoughts. And it was her thoughts that claimed her mind...
*****
Athene's Memory
"Serene, I still find it hard to believe that I'm here, with you," a slightly younger Sailor of Wisdom smiled to the great Queen of Crystal Tokyo.
"Annie, it has been a long time since we've had the opportunity to sit and talk about how life is treating us. I've missed it so much," Neo Queen Serenity turned to look at a pair of birds swirl around each other.
"Me too. But I feel out of place," Athene gazed at her tea cup.
The old friend's words shocked the just as ancient woman, "Why?" The Queen watched her friend and knew, "Oh, Annie. It is hard for you to feel truly at home in a world that has last names when you were born in a time when last names were never needed. But we can create one for you, humm... lets see... how about Wisdom? No, geez Annie I don't know."
"It's okay, at least I'm your friend and you're mine."
"That's It! Tomodachi, it means "friend" in japanese. Athene Tomodachi, Friend Athene."
*****
"Hey Wu-man, what'cha doing?" Duo Maxwell's long chestnut braid flew wildly around its insane owner as Duo ran to catch up with his fellow pilot.
"Maxwell, don't call me Wu-man. I was talking with Tomodachi," Wufei kept his pace.
"Tomodachi? What tomodachi?" I didn't think Wufei had any other friends besides us pilots.
"Not a tomodachi, thee Tomodachi," Wufei knew he was confusing the Deathscythe pilot, but he also knew his honor wouldn't allow himself to say her name.
"Ok, whatever Wu-man, you make no sense. So who is thee Tomodachi? I want to meet this friend of yours, is he a dragon like you?" Duo's violet-blue eyes watched the Chinese boy.
Wufei let out a heavy sigh and stopped to look at the American, "NO! Maxwell, Tomodachi is the woman Winner claimed!"
"Woman? OH... you mean Athene. I didn't know her last name was Tomodachi. Hummm... what a weird last name, tomodachi," Duo scratched his head and never noticed Wufei slip away.
"Hey Duo, listen I want to apologize for yesterday," a blonde boy approached the self-proclaimed Shinigami.
"Q-man! Hi!" Duo's face lit up at the sight of seeing his friend better. Maybe he and Athene patched things up. "Don't, it wasn't your fault."
"I guess Athene has my mind in chaos, sorry."
"It's cool, but things are better now right? I mean you too made up?" Duo made kissing motions with his lips to symbolize Quatre and Athene "making up."
The shy Arabian blushed only to say, "No. I haven't seen her all day. Actually I'm looking for her, do you know where I can find her?"
"Sorry Q-man, I haven't seen her either, but Wufei has."
"Thanks Duo," Quatre ran toward the hangers in search of Wufei.
*****
The gundamium giants towered over the tiny specks of the pilots. Heero stood at a distance doing a visual scan of his partner in destruction, Wing ZERO. Wufei stood next to his friend and comrade, his eyes on the massive suit of Nataku, but his mind reeling with the thoughts of the many visitors.
"ZERO's ready," Heero's cold voice broke the silence bringing the Chinese pilot back to the hanger in which he stood.
"And Nataku?" Wufei asked, knowing his mobile suit was complete, but asked anyway.
"Ready."
"WUFEI!" a distant voice called the the Altron pilot.
"That sounds like Quatre," Heero looked at the solemn face of his comrade. Why does Quatre want to talk to Wufei? They usually never speak. Oh well, it isn't my problem or concern.
"Yea," Wufei's single word seemed more like something the ZERO pilot would say rather then the Altron pilot. But Wufei too was known for his distance and single word replies.
"Hey Wufei!" Quatre called again as he came into sight of the hanger. Quatre stopped a few paces from his two friends. Heero's green tank-top was hanging loose around Heero's muscular chest, this carelessness surprised the Sandrock pilot, usually Heero made sure his shirt was always tucked in. Wufei wore his white over-robe.
"What do you want Winner?" Wufei asked very coldly.
"Well, Duo said you'd seen Athene. I was wondering where you saw her last."
"Can't you keep track of your own woman?" Wufei looked away from his friend. He didn't want to be so rude with the gentle Arabian, but it hurt him to see Quatre and know that this boy had won the affections of the tall beauty.
"She isn't mine to keep track off, Wufei," Quatre glanced to Heero.
"Tomodachi is training in the gardens, like usual," Wufei turned and walked away.
Quatre called after his friend, "Thanks." Quatre did a 180 and ran towards Athene's training area. She claimed the area almost right after she came to this strange land about a week previously.
*****
Things sure are weird between Quatre and Athene. I wonder if Jennifer and I can help them, I mean we've found love in differences; maybe they can too. Course they aren't very different, both have hearts as pure as sun light. Course Athene's heart is harder to see through; her heart seems darkened, maybe even tainted. Boy I hope Quatre knows what he's chasing after. Duo walked aimlessly around the palace grounds, not really looking for anyone.
"Hey Duo!" a soft feminine voice rang towards the Deathscythe pilot.
Duo turned to be face-to-face with one of the many sages from Hyrule. Duo recognized the girl as the Sage of Forest, Saria, I think her name is. Better play nice and keep these guys on our side. "Hey, how'ya doing?"
"Oh, great thanks. How are you; and your romantic other?" Saria's gentle eyes smiled at the God of Death.
"We're both great as well," Duo smiled to the small girl that looked about 11 years old. The Sage of Forest and God of Death walked together, laughing and making jokes about various visitors and occupants.
*****
"Well, this is most unexpected," a voice that could lull the seagull said softly to its companion.
"Yes, I know Nara. The Silent Dragon has fallen for the Sailor of Wisdom. Course it will make things more interesting, for us that is."
"Not only us Lilly. It will cause chaos among the pilots as well," Nara's white locks remained straight as she flung around and looked at Lilith. "I think it is time for our new creation to go and make the Hylians welcome, what do you say Lilly?"
"Excellent idea, Nara. Excellent."
*****
Quatre rounded a corner, looking up ahead he spotted the silhouette of the one he loved. Her hair flew free, the breeze claimed a lock and danced with it. Each lock danced with the gentle wind in their own waltz. Quatre took a deep breath when she turned around, her eyes were sad. A tear track stained her delicate face. Quatre, upon reaching her, gently wiped the tracks away with his thumb. But more tears made their way down from her dimmed blue eyes.
"Athene, what is it? Why are you crying?" Quatre looked at the heart- fallen woman with sympathy in his eyes. A pain began to creep into his heart.
"Quatre, I ... I ... I have to tell you something. Something I should have said a long time ago. Something that will change what we have as friends. And destroy our chances for the love we both want. But if I don't tell you I'll be lying to you and I can't do that anymore." Please forgive me Quatre, I'm so sorry but I can't protect you anymore.
"Don't worry, I'm listening." I have a bad feeling. What could she have to tell me that could be so horrible?
"I want to tell you my story...
*****
"Serena, come look at Princess Athene. One day when you both are older, you will be the very best of friends. Look she bears the symbol of the Moon, but she is not from our kingdom. She is of the Wisdom Family. She is a sister to the Moon Kingdom." Queen Serenity held her one year old over the fresh crib made for the new born. The babies giggled at each other...
I was born to a King and Queen. Queen Pearl and King Jem. My parents were dear friends of Queen Serenity, my best friend's mother. Queen Serenity ruled over a neighboring kingdom, the Kingdom of the Moon. My family ruled the Kingdom of Wisdom. I was born in a time called the Silver Millennium, it was a time of peace and war was unknown to us. Queen Serenity was right; when her daughter and I became older, we did become the very best of friends. We were inseparable. All we knew was each other. And that is how we grew up. But our life together was not to last...
"We're under attack! Under attack!" Luna ran screaming to the guests of Queen Serenity.
"Get ready for battle! We need everyone we can get for battle!" Artemis ran next to the black cat.
"Very soon the entire universe will be under my control. I'll have Queen Serenity begging for mercy... the universe is no longer!"
An evil queen named Queen Beryl came to our universe. She wanted the destruction of the Moon, because the Moon was the center of the Silver Millennium and the Silver Millennium was filled with peace. Also Queen Beryl wanted a powerful stone called the Imperium Silver Crystal. It was this crystal that brought on the Silver Millennium and it was because of this crystal that the Silver Millennium ended. Beryl destroyed the Moon and my friend. Serena was dead, the Moon was forever destroyed.
"The pretty twit and her prince are gone and the snake survives."
"No it can't be! Don't worry darling, I won't let it end this way. I won't let them take away your future."
"Queen Serenity if you use the Imperium Silver Crystal you won't have any strength left," Luna begged.
"It's the only way Luna, I must sacrifice my kingdom if we are to regain our peace... Cosmic Moon Power!"
Queen Serenity unleashed the awesome power of the crystal upon the invaders.
"What is this? You can't do this to me! You haven't seen the last of me!"
"Majesty you did it!" Luna smiled.
"They're gone, you beat'em," Artemis chorused.
"I trapped them all, yes. Had I destroyed them I would have destroyed Serena and the others too. Now they're all inside the power of the crystal. And now I must send them to a new future on Earth."
"But you saved them, why are you so sad?" Luna asked her crying queen.
"Because none of them will remember anything about this time or this place. Nothing. And I'll never see my sweet daughter again or you two either. But this is the only way for any of you to live on. I have enough power left to send everything you'll need in the future to Earth. Serena and her court will need your help if the Negaverse ever breaks free."
"Yes," the two cats answered together.
"All of you will be reborn on Earth with no memories of the Moon Kingdom what so ever, but if evil forces should try to repeat what happened here you two will know what to do. Now farewell, all of you and good luck. Good bye Serena, you are in my heart always... Be happy. On behalf of the Moon you will be free again... Perhaps we'll meet again."
"Queen Serenity," Luna and Artemis shouted as they watched their friend and queen die on the wreckage of her kingdom.
Queen Serenity died to give her daughter and friends life again. But it was not enough to save us all. My world soon followed the destruction that came to the Moon. But unlike the Moon, my world exploded killing everyone forever. My family was taken all in one night and in that night I too was taken. A man went to my parents shortly before doom fell upon Wisdom. He said he could protect one and only one. My parents gave me to him. And with him I slept. He was the Keeper of the Chamber Of Slumber. Souls and people went their to sleep till they were needed again.
There I slept for a thousand years. I know the number seems impossible, but believe me Quatre. I slept till a warrior of the Moon went up against the very queen that destroyed her past. Sailor Moon, also known as Serena Tsukino, defeated Queen Beryl. And in doing so avenged her past. I watched her defeat the evil queen and it was at this time that I agreed to help in her fight. The Keeper gave me the power I needed to fight off the evils of the negaverse, home of Queen Beryl. But the world was not ready for me. So again I slept.
I slept for two more millennia. When I woke Serena had claimed the throne of Earth. She was now Neo Queen Serenity. She took the name Serenity in respect of her late mother, Neo because she saved the world from a second Ice Age. It was a new world with a new ruler. Her husband, Neo King Endymion, is the man we call Darien Chiba. Or Tuxedo Mask. Rei Hino, Mina Aino, Lita Kino, and Ami Mizoru all became guardians to Earth and the new Royal Family. I went to Earth and vowed my allegiance to her. I am now a Guardian of Earth. I am Sailor Wisdom. The last of the Wisdom family and people. I am also Athene Tomodachi. But I will always be Princess Athene of Wisdom...
*****
... Quatre I know my story is strange and I don't expect you to believe me, so ... I will prove it to you." Athene stepped away from the stunned Sandrock pilot. "WISDOM CRYSTAL POWER!" A white ball encased the guardian. With a flash of intense light Athene Tomodachi was gone, Sailor Wisdom stood in her place.
Quatre couldn't believe his eyes. This is what a Sailor Scout is! Athene is what she says! "Athene..." Quatre corrected himself, "Sailor Wisdom. I... I... I don't know what to say."
"Oh, Quatre. Ahhh.." Wisdom clutched her chest. It feels like my heart is breaking apart. What's happening? Sailor Wisdom fell to the ground in pain.
"ATHENE!" Quatre ran to the side of the newly transformed sailor.
*****
"LILLY! Come HERE!" Nara's snow-colored hair flew wildly around the angered child.
"What is it?" Lilith floated slowly to her companion.
"Look! The Sailor of Wisdom can transform herself. This causes a problem!" Nara's once gold eyes turned a deep crimson.
"Hummm... this is interesting. But no worries Nara. Look, she is in pain. This time holds little power for her and even something as simple as transforming hurts her. She won't do it again in fear for her life," Lilith disappeared, leaving Nara to look on.
It only hurts her Lilly because we are not in the same vicinity. When it comes time for us to meet, she will have all the power she needs. She will drain it from us. But we have enough to share with her. An evil laughed filled the small void. We will destroy this pathetic sailor and all her friends. No worries Lady Wisdom, all the pain will end soon...
*****
"Malon..." a gentle voice asked the brightly lit room. The man was as ancient as Hyrule itself.
"Yes, Rauru? Can I help you?" Malon's tear-stricken voice answered back.
"Yes, I came to see if you were all right. I know you and Link are in a bit of a rough spot, so I thought I'd come to see how you were doing? May I come in and speak with you in private child?"
"Yes, please come in." Malon's slight form appeared before him. Her hair was nicely combed and shined. But nothing could take the sadness from her eyes. Razors hit the ancient man's heart at the sight of her. He couldn't believe his Hero had caused this in such a vibrant woman.
Rauru sat in one of the many chairs scattered around the room. His eyes never left the woman. "Malon, Link has said nothing. He refuses to talk about you and won't even hint as to why you two are fighting. I need to know Malon. This argument of yours is affecting his performance in training... and I can't allow that. So... tell me. Why? What is going on?"
Malon's blue eyes looked out the window, birds were singing and taking flight. A slight, but unsuccessful smile came to her lips, tugging. "I want Link to love me." A gasp escaped Rauru's mouth and his eyes enlarged about 5 sizes. "I know. But I want love from him. I love him, why can't he love me?" Malon's voice begged Rauru to say his Hero did love her, that he just didn't have the courage to say it.
"Malon, child, love is such a strong emotion. Link, probably, doesn't want to say he loves you until he's ABSOLUTELY sure!"
*****
I wonder what happened? She seemed so sure. And she looked so terrified when the pain started. Oh, Athene, what happened out there? Why did your transformation hurt you so much? Was it me? Did I cause this pain? Athene... please wake up and be okay. Please! Quatre paced around the white room Athene stayed in. Jennifer Darkfall rushed to the room when Quatre told her Athene had an attack of some kind...
*****
Flashback
Jennifer was humming pleasantly when Quatre came screaming towards her. Jennifer looked the boy over and saw no mortal wounds or any source of blood on him. But his eyes were damp and he was out of breath by the time he came to a halt in front on her. Quatre wasted no time in spilling the beans.
"JENNIFER! HELP PLEASE! ATHENE'S HURT!" Quatre screamed to the Darkfall pilot.
"Whoa! Slow down Quatre. What do you mean Athene's hurt? Where? What happened?" Jennifer's dark green eyes watched the hysterical Arabian.
"She's had some kind of an attack. She fell over with pain, then passed out. I took her to her room, then she started screaming again... I raced out to find help. Please come help HER!" Quatre's blue eyes released more tears.
"Ok, you go back and stay with her. I need to go get my medical case and I'll be at Athene's room asap," Jennifer turned around and raced towards her room, while Quatre ran back to Athene's side.
Jennifer came in to see Athene quiet on her bed, Quatre held her hand waiting patently for her. "She just became quiet again," Quatre said.
"Quatre, why don't you wait outside."
"NO!"
"Ok, but you have to stay out of the way," Jennifer looked at the fallen woman. Her white shirt was stained with sweat.
*****
Back to present
Athene's Room
"Quatre," Jennifer waited till Quatre came and stood next to her, "she's fine. She's lost a lot of energy, but that's it. I don't know what could have caused an attack but she's fine now. She's sleeping." Jennifer stood and started for the door.
"Where are you going?" the Sandrock pilot called.
"She doesn't need me now, just come and get me when she wakes up, okay?" Jennifer left without waiting for a reply. I wonder what could have drained her away? I bet Athene knows, I'll just wait to question her.
*****
All afternoon Athene slept, Quatre stayed by her side the whole time. Only leaving to go to the bathroom or get something to eat. Each time he returned she lay in the same spot, asleep. By sunset Quatre was beginning to think she'd never wake up. The blonde opened the balcony doors and stepped out into the crisp night air. A moan drifted out to him, "Athene?" he whispered. Quatre walked back to see the ancient woman stirring from her slumber.
"Quatre."
"I'm here," a smile plastered itself on his lips.
Athene's eyes opened. She returned the smile and sat up slowly, once up she looked into Quatre's aqua depths and leaned in to kiss him. Quatre kissed her back as though he hadn't kissed her in years. She put a hand on his chest, then slowly moved it down till her fingers found the vest's buttons. She gently unbuttoned the vest.
Quatre pulled back and looked down at the unfastened buttons, then took a flap in each hand and removed the cloth. Then he quickly removed his shirt and belt. Athene looked at the taut muscles, she smiled in his eyes and kissed him again. Quatre ran his inexperienced hands down her sides, getting a feel of her body. Athene only wore a night gown, Jennifer had changed her earlier thinking it would make her more comfortable.
The Sailor of Wisdom flipped the gown up and over her head and threw the material to the floor. Her breasts were bare, the nipples erect and hard. Quatre shyly looked at the exposed chest of the woman, he blushed a bright red when Athene chuckled. "It's okay," she put her arms around him and drew him in for a hug. Her breasts flattened against Quatre's chest.
Quatre suddenly became aware of a stirring in his pants. OH no, not now!
Athene put her rose colored lips to Quatre's ear and whispered, "Quatre, I'm not new at this. Does that bother you? Please tell me the truth. I don't want to rush you."
Quatre moved back and stood away from the bed. His hands unzipped his pants and slid them from his legs. Then without hesitation he removed his boxers too, there he stood in the nude before the once Princess of Wisdom.
Then without warning Quatre went to Athene, placed a hand over her panties and swiftly removed them. He looked in Athene's eyes and saw nothing but love. He kissed her as he got in under the sheets. He moved over the woman and used his knee to open her legs... but Athene's legs wouldn't open.
"Athene..." Quatre said in-between kisses.
"Quatre... wait." Quatre immediately stopped and raised his body up off her. "You forgot protection." Quatre blushed, he didn't have any.
"I... umm..."
"I understand. And don't worry I have a protection of my own," Athene reached to the night stand and took hold of her necklace. Then placed the relic around her slim neck, "Ancients of Wisdom, please protect me in my time of pleasure." A bright white light encased the two lovers. Athene smiled and wrapped her arms around Quatre, pulling him back on top of her.
Again he used his knee to open her legs, this time Athene opened her silken legs allowing passage to the Arabian. Athene gasped as Quatre entered her. Within moments the two found a comfortable rhythm. After a few thrusts their pace was increased.
Quatre sent Athene beyond any level of pleasure she had ever experienced. She screamed his name as she reached her peak. Quatre too had gone to the point of pure ecstasy. He kissed her, muffling her moan. He slipped himself out of her warm folds and laid flat on his back. Athene rested her head on his chest, falling asleep again.
The Sandrock pilot kissed the honey blonde hair of his love and whispered, "I love you Athene. I truly do. And thank you for this." He fell asleep, entering a world where he could make love to this beauty all night.
*****
"You called Your Highness?" Jennifer walked in the quest room.
"Yes, you said that if one was to feel not well that that means they are sick and needs to see a doctor. Correct?" Zelda didn't turn to look at the pilot.
"Yeah, that's correct. Why? Do you feel ill?" Jennifer watched the princess.
"Yes, my head is warm and my nose in constantly running. My air bags hurt and I am weak. Does all this mean I am sick?" Zelda looked at the Darkfall pilot.
"Yes, it does. When did this start?"
"Last night. I..." Zelda fainted, but with her quick reflects Jennifer was able to catch the princess and ease her to ground.
"DUO!"