Star Crossed Lovers

Prologue

Dreama Aurora, or Yumeko as she was affectionately called, smiled at the sound of her father singing her favorite lullaby. His sweet tenor voice was calm and soothing, causing her to yawn as the sandman began to work his magic.

"Daddy, where do dreams come from?" she asked after King Helios finished singing and tucked her snugly into bed.

After a moment of thoughtful meditation on his daughter's question, Helios reached for her hand. "Dreams come from your heart," he answered.

"From my heart?"

"Yes, Yumeko. That is why you must keep a strong heart, for only strong hearts have the power to produce beautiful dreams."

Just then, Yumeko's mother, the beautiful Queen Lady Serenity, entered her bedroom. Helios looked up and smiled at his wife. "And your mother has the most gorgeous dreams of all."

The queen blushed at the compliment. "I believe your father is somewhat biased, Yumeko," she replied. "I've had my share of nightmares as well, but the important thing is not to be seduced by the shadows. You must always follow the light, my precious daughter."

She kissed Yumeko lightly on the forehead. "Goodnight, our beautiful golden dream."

"Goodnight, Mommy and Daddy…"

Yumeko closed her eyes as her parents quietly exited the room. Before shutting the door, Helios took one last look at his sleeping daughter.

"Dreama Aurora, may all your dreams come true."

DISCLAIMER: Sailor Moon is the property of Takeuchi Naoko.

AUTHOR'S NOTES: This is the third story of my Generations series. It can be read by itself, but if you are interested in some of the background, please read Sands of Time (Destiny Arrives) and Sweet Dreams.