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*In Her Hands*

chapter one: defeat and a little more

Are you absolutely sure about this Amy? the raven-black haired beauty asked, as they made their way to the training room.
Very Rei, Ami, the blue-haired Mercurian Princess replied back firmly. She had seen Serena fight the last few minutes, her power was there all right. A silver aura had filled around her, it was enough of a sign to know.
Did you see the reaction of the Queen? Rei asked her. Ami nodded her head sadly.
It was in her eyes. I never wanted to believe the myths, thought somehow that they were just that, myths.
Rei sighed and ran a hand wearily through her hair. She didn't want to believe it either, but how could she when it was staring at them, straight in the face?
Yes, well, it just proves that they aren't are they? Rei asked.
The worse thing though Rei-chan, Serena didn't even realize it. She doesn't know that her powers are fulfilled-Ami paused and softly whispered brokenly, she doesn't even know that in time, she will be the one who rules this kingdom and not her mother.
It was silent the rest of the way to the training room, both lost in their thoughts of what would soon happen. But the most question, both of the princesses were asking was, When would they go to war? When would they lose their queen?
The sound of voices welcomed Ami and Rei when they entered the training room.
The sunshine of the palace felt out of place of the sadness that stood in the room.
Rei! Ami! Did you hear, I've beaten good ol' Artemis! Serena exclaimed with a bright sunny smile. The girls smiled at her, wondering if Serena had noticed the silver aura that lingered around her.
Congratulations Serena. We knew you could it, Ami said trying to sound cheerful.
She nudged Rei in the ribs to say something. Rei threw her a glare before opening her mouth.
Good job Meatball Head, Rei said, her voice a little enthusiastic. Serena narrowed her eyes at them. Her violet eyes went to her Mother who was off to the side, talking silently with Artemis.
Okay, what gives? You guys have been at my back, practically getting my butt out at dawn to perfect my swording and you say Good job meatball head' without a sarcastic note in it? My mother has tears in her eyes, Luna is tense, what in moon's name is going on? Serena demanded.
Rei and Ami looked at each other. We can't tell her, she isn't ready Rei sent mentally to Ami. I know, but we can't lie to the Princess, she'll know Ami sent back.
Both of you, what can't you tell me and stop with this stalling-bull shit crap! a voice interrupted in their telepathic communication.
Ami exclaimed. She glanced at Rei, Serena could break through their walls of protection on their conversations.
Serena said between white clencehd teeth. They were hiding something, wasn't it obvious by their telepathic conversation?!
Queen Serenity saw what was happening and went quickly to the Senshi's aide.
Serena, are you butchering Ami and Rei? she asked. The two Princesses gaze her relived smiles. Serena glanced at her, her violet eyes assesing.
Everyone one of you aren't telling me something. Spit it out, I want to know what's going on that everyone who is in this room have been avoiding the issue, Serena said, her tone curt. Serenity exchanged glances with the other three in the room. It was time Serena learned the myth that she had protected from her daughter. She sighed.
All right darling. Let's go the conference room and there the scouts, Artemis, Luna, and I will explain, Serenity said. She paused and looked at Serena, her eyes boring into her daughter's with sadness and pain, But you have to promise me Serena, that you'll be strong when you know what shall happen soon. That you'll go one and won't hang on to me. Can you promise me that daughter?
Serena looked confused and worry creeped into her eyes.
Promise me Serena, Serenity said. Serena searched her mother's loving face. It held something she had never seen before. Defeat, it was in her expression, in her eyes.
I give you my promise Mother, Serena said quietly. Serenity smiled slightly and enveloped her daughter in a tight hug. She kissed her daughter's brow. How will I let go, knowing I would never get the chance to hold her daughter once more, her grandchildren that would come? She prayed that she would have the strength, as well as the people. They were going to need it.