Must I say it *again*? If you really want the disclaimer, go to my first three or four chapters. They say it all. Besides, if I did own them, I wouldn't be writing fanfiction!

In addition, thanks to Rini for informing me I missed Charms; I guess you could say Serena thought Charms was okay.

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"We had joy, we had fun, we had seasons in the Sun..." Serena sang to herself as she walked down the empty hallway. She was on her way to Owlery to send word to the Outers, and then on to Transfigurations, which made her happy, even if Transfigurations was with the Slytherins.

Truth be told, Serena just couldn't figure out the Slytherins. She had beliefs that no one could be evil without reason, although after the all the run-ins with Dominos you'd think she would, but if there was one thing Serena was it was stubborn and she firmly believed that everyone [excluding the Negaverse and Voldemort] had some good in them, which she was determined to find.

"Hey Serena!" Serena turned, and saw Harry hurrying towards her. "Hey Harry." She said with brilliant smile. "What's up?" "Nothing much, but shouldn't you be heading towards Transfiguration? It starts in about ten minutes." Serena nodded, hair bouncing. "I know, but I need to send a letter to the Outer Scouts. Amara will freak if I don't." "I'll go with you. You can borrow Hedwig." Harry offered. Serena blushed, but nodded happily.

~Outer Scouts, Tokyo Japan~

"Dear Amara, Michelle and Trista,

Hi! How's it going? How is everyone? How is Tokyo doing without the Moon and Saturn? We're pretty much fine here. We did have one youma attack. Harry and I were caught by surprise and were chased for quite a while before we made it to the Great Hall where Rini tossed me my broach. I didn't think of using just my attacks without Henshining.

Hotaru is doing great, and although I think she misses you all, she is very happy here at Hogwarts. She was sorted into Slytherin, but don't worry because Rini was sorted there as well. (Although the sorting hat wanted to place her in Gryffindor, she would have none of it!)

Oh! Guess what? Melanie is here! (Much to Diana's happiness! ^_~) So there's yet another reason for you not to worry, Amara, that's four Sailor Senshi here, three guardians, Professor Dumbledore, the other teachers, and an ENTIRE school of magic so there's really nothing to worry about. BUT, since I know you, you'll worry anyway, so I got special permission and you can come for Christmas! I didn't tell Hotaru or Rini, it'll be a surprise for both of them.

As for my fight with Rei, Ami, Lita and Mina, don't worry or do anything. I think maybe they needed some time apart from me, although tell them I miss them A LOT and that I really, really hope they'll come for Christmas, although if they don't I'll understand.

I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that I'm doing VERY good grades here at Hogwarts. Even in Potions, which is taught by Professor Snape, who absolutely HATES Gryffindors, which is what I am. He's the head of Slytherin, and the Gryffindors and Slytherins have been enemies forever. (But not for long, if I can help it!)

Amara, I hope you win tons of races so when you come visit you can tell me all about them! Michelle, good luck in your concerts, and Trista, I hope you make many breakthroughs in the Lab! Sorry I can't be there for your races/concerts/expos.

Love you all lots,

Your Princess,

Serena.

P.S. – Luna, Artemis and Diana are adapting well to the Hogwarts atmosphere. I think they really love it here, and they aren't the only ones! However, when the time comes, I think we'll all be ready to come home."

Amara finished reading the letter from their Princess aloud and grinned. "Sounds as if they're having fun." Commented Michelle. "Yes, but I can't help worrying..." Amara admitted. Trista smiled. "Don't let Serena hear you say that. And you know she'd tell us if something went wrong, Amara." "I guess you're right." The blond Uranium Princess said reluctantly.

"Well, what about Christmas? Do you think we should go?" Michelle questioned. She picked up the parchment and re-read it. "I think we should. Moreover, I think we should bring the Inner Senshi with us; it sounds as if Serena really misses them. And if you were still worried, Amara, you can check out Hogwarts at the same time." Trista supposed. "That sounds good."

Michelle had to smile as she re-read the last part. "You know, I never noticed, but does Serena actually come to all of our things? I mean, there's so many! Encouraging and helping Rei, studying and aiding Ami, Mina's modeling shows, Lita's marshal arts shows, my concerts, Amara's races, your expos, Trista, and being there for Hotaru and Rini and Hope, while raising Rini and Hope and even Hotaru somewhat at the same time! How does she do it all?"

Two shrugs were her answer. "Ask her next time we see her, at Christmas." Trista told her.

~Hogwarts~

Harry was happier then he'd been for a long time. Ron and Hermione, although together, where still his best friends. Hope had taken to following him or Rini or Hotaru or Melanie around when Serena was busy. Sirius was with him, even if he had to remain in his Animgai form. Remus had made sure Harry knew he was always welcome with him, combine this with Serena's naturally happy persona, which was even happier as of late as Christmas approached, and one couldn't help but be happy.

Everything was fine and well until one morning in early December. A student he'd never seen before came in and went straight over to Hermione. "Hi." The girl said, really friendly. "I don't know if you know me, but my name's Venus, Venus Enemy." "That's an odd name." Ron commented. Venus nodded. "I know. Anyway, Hermione, I heard you're the best student in the school. Will you help me learn, um, Potions? I'm really far behind." "Sure." Hemione was blushing from the praise as she rose to leave with Venus. Harry couldn't help but note how big Venus' smile became.

~few days later~

"Who's that?" Asked Serena, watching Hermione enter with Venus. "Oh, that's Venus. Herm's been spending forever with her." Ron said grumpily, apparently Venus cut into his time with Hermione. Serena choked on a piece of eggs. "Venus who?!" She blurted out. "Venus Enemy. Why?" There was no answer, because Serena was already on her feet and almost running towards Venus and Hermione.

"Topaz!" Serena's scream was so loud everyone turned to look (and glare) at her. Venus stiffened, and turned slowly. "Oh, Serenity." She said in a really cold tone. "How... unpleasant to see you." "And how is your friend Sailor V? Doing badly, I hope."

Serena halted a few feet away. "Back OFF, 'Venus', if you know what's good for you!" "Serena, I'm just helping her with Potions." Hermione said. She was ignored. "Yeah, it's just 'Potions'!" Venus mocked, smirking. "VENUS LOVE-ME CHAIN WHIP!" Serena screamed. The orange chain whipped out from her fingers, but Venus was prepared and jumped into the air. She landed a few feet to the side.

"SOUL!" She bellowed, whipping a strange orange-y whip at Hermione, who tried to duck, but couldn't. The whip wrapped around her, freezing her in place. "STONE!" Venus finished triumphantly, shooting some kind of orange at Hermione, who screamed in pain as it hit her in the chest. She glowed a faint orange, and then a diamind shaped stone was extracted from her chest. It glowed... SILVER?!

"Aha!" Topaz, once Venus Enemy, leapt towards it. Before she reached it, however, Rini, Hotaru and Hope were on their feet. "Pink Sugar Heart Attack!" "Silver Sweet Star Attack!" "Saturn Silence Galive Attack!" They smashed into Topaz as one, knocking her off course. Serena took a deep breath. "VENUS, Meteor Shower!" Miniature orange meteors shot towards Topaz, who yelped as they smacked her. She struggled to her feet. "I'll get you, Serenity!" She vanished.

Hermione, free of the orange whip, collapsed on the ground. Hotaru rushed to her and cupped the Soul Stone gently in her hands. She knelt, and brought it close to Hermione's chest. It glowed again, before lowering itself back where it belonged.

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