Hey all! Long time no see. I know, I know. I haven't updated much, but I haven't had much time and now that I do, I would like to take advantage of it. I would like to thank Moon Rose, silime, and whoever Anonymous is for reviewing the last chapter. I know that the story seems to be progressing slowly, but for me, it helps develop the story. As always, the Italian words are at the bottom.
Standard Disclaimer: "Sailor Moon" was created by Naoko Takeuchi and not by me, although don't we all wish we did.
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Last Time in All The Good In The World…
"I'll miss you Molls."
"I'll miss you too."
"Like I said, I'll call you when I can. You know this isn't good bye." As, the cab pulled away, they both waved each other good bye. Serena looked out the window and thought, 'I wonder what my life will be like from now on?' And that is how we find Serena. Gazing out of her window in a taxi in Milan.
Now for Chapter Four: To Have a Family Again
"Signorina Tsukino? Signorina Tsukino? Are you alright?" Andrew became quite concerned when Serena became quiet and didn't respond to his questions.
"Hmm? What? Oh, I'm sorry Andrew I was somewhere else. And call me Serena", she answered coming back from the moon.
"I asked how long will you be staying?"
"I really don't know. Maybe a couple of months. Why?"
"Oh no reason really", and with a wink and a smile he added, " Just wondering about my bella amica." Now THAT, Serena understood and began to blush, very hard.
"Thank you, but what will Mina think of your flattering me?"
"She will think that I met my new sorella. Honestly, you two are so, umm… adorable when I start to say the things that flatter you." Once again she blushed furiously at his comment, but was wondering something…
"Well, I… umm… I… thank you, again", she answered, "By the way what does sorella mean?"
"It means sister. I think I can consider you as a sister now. Any member of Mina's family is a member of my family also…" his sentence trailed off as he looked through his rear view mirror when he heard her sniffle. "Per favore, please don't cry. I didn't mean to make you feel uncomfortable. I'm sorry. Merda!"
Serena said tearing up, "No, no. You didn't do anything. It's just that… Thank you for considering me as your sister. You have no idea how much I need a brother right now", the last sentence almost inaudible.
"Look, we are here. Mina lives in the penthouse, and it is a long way up. Here, I will help carry your valigias, I mean, suitcases, and I'll help you out." 'Andrew could be the most kind and considerate man I have ever met, besides Sammy.' The thought held her there as she once again thought about her brother, but shook out of her daze. 'I think that they would have gotten along had they met.'
"Wow! You really pack light. I haven't met a donna before you who did not have at least five valigias for shoes and accessories only. You only have five total! I could get used to this. Not even Mina could get her bare necessities in five cases." Serena started laughing when Andrew said that valigias meant suitcases and NOT about vaginas. But of course, she wasn't going to tell him that.
"What are you laughing about? Did I say something wrong?", he asked her as they headed towards the elevator. Poor Andrew, he had no clue as to what had gotten into Serena and wanted to know.
"No, no. Nothing like that. Although I must say, you speak English very well. Mina must have taught you well."
"Then, what is it? If you mind my asking, of course", he asked as they stepped into the elevator and started to head up.
"No, I don't mind. It's just that, listening to you has made me want for you and Mina to teach me Italian because I don't know anything about the language. Can you imagine if I walked into a restaurant and ordered pantyhose instead of salad? Now that would be a sight. Me making a fool of myself."
"Well, whenever you would like to start just call me and I'll teach you all that I, il dominare, know of the Italian affairs. Who better than a taxi driver to teach you all that he has learned and knows the city as well."
"Your right. I couldn't have a better teacher than a cabby." Now reaching the final floor, they walked out of the elevator and continued down the hall to the penthouse, at which they were currently knocking on the door of. Suddenly, Serena became nervous. What if Mina didn't recognize her and threw her into the streets?! Where would she go then? What if she didn't want to see her because she didn't contact her? What if… What if… What if… That was all that was going through her brain. Then she heard the unmistakable voice of her dear and not so near cousin.
"Me venni! Me venni!" All coherent thoughts flew out the window as the door opened to slow for her satisfaction.
"Sì? Potere aiutare… Serena? Is that you? OH MY GOD!! SERENA!! How did you get here? How long have you been here? Where's Sammy? How did you find Andrew?" All these questions and more flew from Mina's mouth. She didn't notice Serena stiffen up at the mention of Sammy, but Andrew did. Not knowing if he was treading on thin ice or not, he asked,
"Who's Sammy?"
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bella amica - beautiful friend
sorella - sister
Per favore - please
Merda - shit
valigias - suitcases
il dominare - the master
Me venni - I'm coming
Potere aiutare - Can I help you?
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Dun, dun, dun….Well, there you have it. Sorry for the short chapter. I AM trying to finish the next chapter and trying to make it longer, but we'll see. Please tell me what you think of it. Good or bad reviews are accepted, since it all is constructive criticism. I would really like for my story to sound good, for as you can see, I'm no English major. You could also send me an email if you prefer. It's: tenwood_10@yahoo.com. I would really love you for any kind of response. Till next time! Arrivederla!!