Disclaimer: Sailor Moon and the characters belong to their rightful author Naoko Takeuchi.
Signs:
"speaking"
' thinking'
[telepathic]
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Hidden Princess
Eliame
Chapter 1.2
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... The young woman's eyes sprung open and she stared at the man she loved, in disbelief. Her emotions were in turmoil until a bright flash suddenly filled the library. When Endymion's eyes adjusted again he was left speechless by what he saw. Before him still stood Moonlight but her cloak and her riding clothes had melted into a flowing white gown while a bright insignia shone on her forehead. The Royal Crescent Moon Emblem. Her hair had come off the high ponytail and was now piled up on either sides of her head two tails flowing down her back. the Only now the meaning of what she had said fully settled in the young man's mind and he stared at the princess before him. Not only the knowledge of what she had just revealed, shocked him but also the strong aura that now radiated from her, enchanting her beauty even more. She hadn't opened her eyes yet and Endymion assumed that the last of her memories had returned as a small smile formed on her delicate lips.

He smiled as he realised that he didn't love her any less because of this revelation, in his eyes she seemed even more lovely. The smile just broadened when he became aware that he now had every right to love her and found himself even a bit relieved that she was a princess. Anxiously he waited for her to open her eyes. ' I will tell her soon.', he vowed to himself while he slowly walked up to her.

In the meantime Serenity found all her memories flowing back and a soft and peaceful smile began to grace her features. Five young girls playing in harmony with nature, beautiful flower-gardens, a stroll with her mother, the wish to be like the queen, soft and gentle, impression of the sun rise on the moon. All emotions of her childhood came flowing back to her, all the knowledge she had acquired then and the memory of all her friends. She had finally found the lost piece of her soul again like she had found another in Endymion. 'What is he thinking of me now?', Serenity asked herself silently and held her eyes closed for another second as she felt Endymion approach. ' How do I tell mother?', it shot through her mind as she slowly opened her eyes and was met by Endymion's smile. He tenderly took her hand and looked deep into her azure eyes as if to look into her heart to make sure she was alright. A warmth flooded the princess' body and she relaxed, a thankful smile forming on her lips while her eyes began to watch the young man she loved. He looked breathtakingly handsome with his ebony hair and his midnight blue eyes softly glowing in the sunset.

If she wasn't already in love with him she was sure she would have fallen for him in the moment as he softly told her that he was thankful for her telling him the truth. "I thank you for understanding, Endymion.", she replied and he nodded. " You are welcome, Serenity.", he told her tenderly while she smiled brightly. Then a serious look entered his eyes and he began to look intently at her. Serenity raised a casual eyebrow at him and waited until he asked his question. She didn't have to wait long. "Hoe will you tell your mother, Serenity? ", he asked sincerely, dropping the formality with her. The new found princess gave him a half smile while Endymion waited for her answer. "I don't know yet, Endymion.", she told him honestly. The prince gave a short nod. "That is alright. Anything you wish to do?", he asked changing the subject but they were interrupted when the door to the library opened slowly.

Serenity quickly hid behind Endymion's taller frame as the servant entered, looking a bit confused. The Prince of Earth chuckled at her behaviour before he turned his attention to the young man that had entered. "How may I help you?", he asked the servant in a friendly tone and the addressed immediately focused his attention on him. "A messenger has arrived, Your Highness. The royals will arrive in the early morning.", the page informed the prince who nodded politely before he left the room again while the Endymion and Serenity remained in the library. The healer sighed. "I do not know if I can confront my mother, Endymion.", she admitted her hand beginning to shake a bit. The ebony-haired, young man turned around and took her hands in his, looking once more deep into her eyes. "Do not worry, Serenity. I will be there and help you the best I can. Alright?", he told her softly and a smile appeared on her lips while grateful tears formed in her eyes. On impulse she hugged the man soothing her and Endymion's arms circled her waist loosely. Much had happened that day.

When Serenity stepped out of his embrace again the tears had vanished and she smiled a bit sheepishly. "Sorry.", she whispered but he dismissed and instead grinned. "Shall we go to the dinning room? I am sure they will be awaiting us.", he said after a minute and she nodded her eyes beginning to shine brightly. Endymion noticed and chuckled. "I take that as a yes, princess.", he said a bit teasingly and to his surprise she grinned. As he took her hand in his, beginning to lead her out of the library, he was well aware of the soft pink hue that suddenly graced her cheeks. He smiled softly when she didn't remove hers while her lips curved up as well and together they left the library, Serenity directing them to the dinning hall.

Before they rounded the last corner he halted her. "Can you disguise yourself, Serenity? I think it would be better when the lord finds out with all the others.", he questioned. The young woman holding his hand looked unsure. "I don't really know if I can manage the clothes yet, but the insignia should not be a problem.", was her answer and he nodded. Slowly he closed his eyes and Serenity gasped as her gown, changed back to the riding clothes and cloak. She smiled thankfully at Endymion when he opened his eyes again. He nodded with a grin before she swooped her free hand in front of her forehead. Immediately the insignia vanished.

Then she closed her eyes and her hair came loose only to fasten again in the high ponytail. "I forgot that.", the prince admitted and she laughed lightly before they made their way to the dinning hall doors. Lord Castal and Lady Sabrin where already sitting at the table and smiled at them as they entered. As the etiquette asked Endymion drew out the chair for serenity and she sat down thanking him before he took the seat opposite her. The rulers of Vendish Castle smiled at the two having noticed their joined hands as they had entered but they didn't mentioned it and instead talked about recent news as dinner arrived.

The couple was overjoyed about the news of the baby and thanked the healer over and over again even if she didn't have any part in it. She just smiled politely and told them that it was alright while Endymion laughed inwardly. When Sabrin and Castal didn't look the princess raised an eyebrow at the amused prince before smiling. About an hour later Serenity's eyes began to droop and as Endymion noticed he smiled sympathetically, feeling just as tired. Politely he excuse himself and Serenity and the both left the room with a friendly 'good night'. A page lead them to their rooms and left. Endymion smiled at Serenity and wished her a soft 'good night' which she returned. "Do not worry. I will be there to help you.", were his parting words and she nodded, looking grateful before entering her room. The Prince of earth walked up to the next door and entered his room. ' I will tell her how I feel after this is over.', he told himself not knowing that Serenity vowed the same to herself. They both slept contentedly that night.
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After Prince Endymion and the mysterious Healer had left the camp the generals and Senshi had walked back to the camp totally confused. As they reached the fire they had calmed down a bit but when the Queen Serenity looked up she still noticed their confusion. "Is everything alright, Senshi?", she asked concerned. " We are alright. Healer just confused us.", Amy admitted and the queen nodded. " She had a strange aura about her.", the queen answered looking into the direction the mysterious guest and the prince had left. "Could she be evil, Your Majesty?", Kunzite suddenly asked concerned about his friend's and prince's wellbeing. All the generals heaved a sigh of relief as the queen softly shook her had.

"No she did not have anything evil or dark about her. But her aura was familiar. It was strange. Indeed but we will have to wait until she reveals herself of her own will. Be patient.", she told them wisely and the eight younger people nodded. Sitting down they didn't bring up the topic again until they retreated to their tents.

"What did the healer mean with that sentence?", Ray asked what was on all their minds as they assembled in one tent. They discussed theories and possibilities deep into the night and at the end came to the conclusion that this healer would be an important piece in the puzzle to find their princess. Maybe she was from the Moon, or she was a seer. They also didn't think it impossible for her to be a girl from the village that had seen something or even a friend of the princess who was hiding her. The only thing that they knew for sure was that they would talk to her.

Three or four hours in the morning the generals finally left the tent to go to their own and the princesses changed to catch at least a bit of sleep. ' We will find her.', was their last thought before they fell into a relaxing slumber and in the first time in years they didn't have nightmares but dreamed of four Earth Generals.

When the for woke up and left the ten again they were a bit shocked that it was nearly noon. Slowly they made their way to the centre of the camp and smiled at the generals and queen who seemed to have already waited for them for a while. " Thank you for not waking us, Queen Serenity. And a good morning.", Amy greeted, all of the Senshi wearing equally bright smiles. The five people waiting were greatly surprised by their happy behaviour even if the generals had more of a clue than the queen. When all princesses where seated they were served a belated breakfast and began a light conversation.

About an hour later the Senshi and the Generals stood outside the camp while the last things for their departure were readied. Amy had out her computer again and Ray was sitting on the grass in her Sailor form concentrating on the aura of the princess. "What can you feel, Ray?", Mina asked softly not to disturb the mediating princess. Ray slowly opened her eyes smiling at the other people resembled. "She is near.", she stated simple and the eyes of the other Senshi lit up. "Princess Serenity seems to have been here often in the recent years.", Zoisite added and Amy gave a confirming nod. "Then maybe the healer was right. I really hope we find her soon.", Lita told them earnestly and the others resembled nodded. "I think we will have to speak with this healer as soon as we arrive at Vendish Castle.", Kunzite analysed and it was agreed that upon their arrival at the castle they would talk to the mysterious healer as well as her relationship with the prince which the generals were quite interested in.

Slowly they made their way back to the camp and when the generals offered to ride horses instead of sitting in the carriage, the four princesses agreed happily. Slowly the troop of the royals began continued its way, Sir Frederick taken a seat with queen in the carriage. Over the day the generals and the Senshi talked about everyday things, having already formed their further plans on finding the princess. The princesses where a whole lot more cheerful which relieved the generals. At sun set the troop was crossing a great field and the group of Generals and Senshi were just laughing about a joke, when a shocked expression suddenly came over the princesses faces.

The queen suddenly asked to stop the troop and waited for the Senshi to gallop up to her which they did a second later, the generals following confused. "Did you feel it as well, girls?", she whispered faint. All the addressed managed to do was nod. "Is everything okay, Your Highnesses?", Kunzite asked concerned. "I do not know, General Kunzite.", the queen answered, seemingly elsewhere with her thoughts. "What happened, Princesses?", Neflite probed. Mina was the first to shake herself out of the stupor. "We felt Serenity's aura. It was really strong for a minute. She is at Vendish Castle."; she answered still shocked. The generals' eyes widen at the revelation before they nodded and told the troop to sent a messenger as well as to continue the journey swiftly. Quickly the royal troop began to move again, the queen still looking in the distance trying to digest what she had just felt.
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Since you all wanted to know how the story continues, I wrote the next chapter until today. Next chapter in a week.
Eliame

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