Chapter 14
Complexities
Serena swore she was going to kill Darien if he kept sweeping HIS dirt on her side to sweep up. The lazy cad, why was she in love with him again? She bent over to flick the piece of dried fry off of her clean shoes. Why did I wear these shoes again? And where was Mina and Andrew? They were supposed to be helping not groping each other in the back. Serena sighed and dumped her dust pan in the big trash can.
"Heads up meatball head!" Called Darien. Serena looked up to see a flying bag of trash. She screamed and dashed out of the way. She landed on the dirty cold floor. She was furious! She picked herself up and charged after the grinning Prick with her broom.
"Die prick!" She yelled at him and he armed himself with his own broom. They used them like swords, the wooden handles clanged together. They spared for a while, but Darien unarmed her. He held the tip of the broom to her chest.
"You're pretty good meatball head." He said. Serena fumed even more and stomped away to the other side of the room. The jerk.
Finally Mina and Andrew emerged giggling. But two pairs of furious eyes had them stop and grab a broom. Three hours later, the arcade was spick and span and Serena collapsed on a nearby booth with Darien.
Andrew was a slave driver. They didn't even get to eat! Serena felt her stomach growling and she placed a hand on it to feel the rumbling.
"Well, I hope you two learned your lesson." Andrew said smugly at them. Serena and Darien just glared at him. He shrugged them off. "You're free to go."
Serena jumped at the chance for freedom. She was out the door, breathing the sweet air of......roses? She turned to see Darien standing beside her. His face was tilted up to the sunlight. He looked down to her and smiled.
"Come on meatball head, let's go to get something to eat." He said and grabbed her arm gently. Serena smiled, not about to give up free food. She enjoyed this, acting like the couple they should be. She stopped and looked down at her stained shirt.
"Could we go back to the apartment?" She asked pausing.
"To feed your fish?" He asked dryly. She pouted.
"To change you Prick." She hissed.
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"I'm not asking you to give me the answers Ami. I just need to study a bit, and you're the perfect person to study with." Serena begged her. She turned on the puppy dog eyes and Ami's resistance started to shake. "Please?" Ami broke then and heaved a long sigh.
"Alright, I guess I could." She muttered. Lita patted Serena on a job well done. They exited the subway just in time to hear some one yell nearby. They were the only ones there at the time so they ran to the yelling person. Serena heard Lita gasp near her.
"Ken!" She screamed and ran to the young man. There was a yomen close by, an ugly pink lion like monster with a glowing blue wheel. It turned to Lita and Serena saw Ken push her out of the way. The monster then drained Ken and then pushed him aside. He flew and landed on a broken glass. All the while, Serena and Ami stood motionless, not knowing what to do. They couldn't transform because of Ken. The monster left them then and Serena and Ami ran to the fallen Lita and Ken.
Hours later, Serena and Ami left the hospital and parted. Poor Ken, he and Lita had been through so much and now this happened. She sighed. Lita had told her the story behind Ken and herself. It was interesting. Must be great to have a friend like Ken. Serena knew Lita shielded herself from ever getting close to any guy. That ex-boyfriend Lita always talked about must have really hurt her. Maybe that's why Lita never stayed with one guy too long. She looked back at the hospital and sighed. I hope those two are going to be okay.
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They had a scout meeting the next day, and as usual, Serena was late. Luna had called her over the communicator and informed her that she picked Caleb up from his nursery. Lately, Luna and Artemis were too busy with scout business to watch him. She rounded a corner and skidded to a halt. Ann the Leech was latched onto Darien's arm, singing some gods forsaken melody that had her wincing. Poor Prick was stuck there. Serena strolled up to them. Time for interference. She went up to them and Ann turned to her. Serena started talking about anything, giving Darien time for his escape. He threw her a grateful look and ran off like the fires of hell were licking at his feet. After a while, Ann noticed his absence and gave her a dirty look and ran off to try to find Darien. Serena watched her disappear in the crowded and breathed a sigh of relief. Just how many times did she have to save him? A red rose invaded her seeing and Serena turned to the side to see Allen with a bouquet of roses in his hand.
"You seem distracted." He murmured, his blue eyes roaming over her. Serena blushed and took the rose Allen offered her.
"Maybe I was." She said. Allen smiled at her. A devastating smile that almost charmed her. Damn, he shouldn't have so much appeal to me. She shook off the spell he seemed to weave every time he was around her.
"Well, I was wondering...." He began, but Serena's communicator went off.
"I'm sorry Allen, I really have to go. Thanks for the rose." She said quickly before he asked any questions. She darted off. All this running..........
She made it to the temple. She was breathing hard, not wanting to drag herself over the gazillion stairs that led up to the temple. She saw the scouts running down the stairs. Serena groaned.
"Come on Serena, transform. We have to go." Mars said running past her. Luna and Artemis trailed behind them in their human forms. Luna held Caleb close to her and gave Serena an anxious look.
"Serena, I want you to keep and eye on Jupiter. She's still weak from all that blood she gave last night." Luna told her, her delicate brow in a worried frown.
"Right Luna." She nodded her head, transformed, gave Caleb a quick peck on his chubby cheek and then she was gone.
This is the most running she ever did. She groaned and picked up her pace. She saw Jupiter slow down then stop. She leaned against a post. Serena hurried to her. Jupiter was pretty pale. Serena touched her shoulder.
"Jupiter, you're pushing yourself too hard. You need to rest. Why don't you go home? Me and the others can handle this." She told her gently.
Jupiter gave her a small, weary smile. "I know. But, I have to do this." She said with determination flashing in her eyes.
"I'm afraid you're going to get hurt. Please Jupiter." She pleaded. Jupiter shrugged off her hand and stood tall.
"No." There was no arguing when Jupiter made up her mind.
Serena sighed in defeat. "All right. "She grumbled, but caught Jupiter's eyes. "But you have to promise you'll take it easy." Jupiter nodded and they both ran to catch up with the other scouts already dueling with the monster.
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In the trees, the Moonlight Knight watched the fight. Everything the scouts did, the monster always countered with another powerful attack. He paid close attention to the small blonde girl with the 'meatballs' in her head. He couldn't resist a smile. His Princess was so strong and determined. He had been watching her for days, and she still ceased to amaze him. Even in the predicament she was in with Darien, he still felt her undying love for the jerk that tormented her to such great lengths. He knew Darien so well. Even with out his memories, Darien felt the bond he had with Serena. It pleased the Moonlight Knight to know that Darien was still attracted to her. What didn't please him though, was that some pretty boy was trying to pick up on HIS Serena. Allen the Enemy. Being Darien's lost memories was no easy task. He wanted to be with his princess and his son. He looked back down at the fight and saw the monster knock the scouts unconscious. Sailor Moon turned back to the monster. He saw the fear in her eyes and it tugged at his heart. The monster charged at her and he jumped into action and threw a white rose down to halt it. He saw the confusion in her gorgeous blue eyes. She looked up and his breath caught. It had been so long since he saw her with joy in her face at seeing him.
"Who are you?" She asked, eyeing him. Such a simple question, but such a complex answer. He knew that he couldn't tell her just yet. It frustrated him to no end. Who made up the rules anyway? And why did Sailor Pluto HAVE to play by the rules?
"I am the Moonlight Knight, and I want you to know to know that I'll always be here when you need me Princess." He spoke lightly and made himself disappear. She stared at the trees for a long time. Even in his invisible state, she still sensed him there. So he watched and waited.
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Serena was so lost in thought, she didn't notice the monster picking it self up and preparing to charge at her. The Moonlight Knight. He looked so much like Tuxedo Mask. Were the same person? If so, then why hadn't Darien told her that he had his memory back? Everything was so confusing.
"Sailor Moon watch out!" Cried Jupiter's familiar voice. Serena turned to her. She screamed when the monster pounced on her and pinned her to the ground. Its sharp claws dug into her shoulder. She bit her lip in pain. It lifted on of its heavy paws to strike her in the face. She closed her eyes waiting for the blow. Instead, she felt the air around her become electrified.
"Supreme Thunder.......CRASH!" Jupiter aimed an attack at the monster. It caught it head on and the monster threw back it head and howled before it turned into a blackened card. Serena lifter herself up and ran to a now, weak Jupiter. She enveloped her in a big hug.
"Oh Jupiter, I'm glad your okay." She said. There were moans and Serena and Jupiter turned to the scouts to see them wake up.
Mars rubbed her sore head. "Did we miss it?" She asked a little groggy. Serena turned to Jupiter and they both laughed.
"Sorry guys." Serena told them.
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Later that night, after Serena filled Luna in on the events, she stared out the open window, her thoughts on the Moonlight Knight. He felt so familiar. He felt like Darien. But how can that be? If Darien was the Moonlight Knight, then why did he treat her like he didn't remember the past? She sighed, everything was so confusing, so complex. She closed her window and laid on her bed. I just need some sleep, maybe everything will come to me in the morning.
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The Moonlight Knight watched her looking up at the moon with a million questions in her eyes. He desperately wanted to go to her and tell her everything. He watched her until he knew for sure she was asleep, and then quietly made his way to her window. He slipped in and gazed lovingly down at his princess. She looked so beautiful in the moonlight. He pulled down his mask and leaned down to kiss her on her rosy lips. She smiled and snuggled closer to her pillow. He watched her silently, for a long time. He hoped Darien would get his memories back soon so he could be with her. He walked from her to the crib by the wall. Peering down, he saw the small child sucking in his pacifier. His son was so big now. How much had he missed from his life? He didn't even know his name. In all the times he and Serena had been together, she never told him his son's name. He ran a finger down his chubby soft cheek. A dreamy hand caught his finger. The Moonlight Knight chucked. He was pretty strong for a little guy. He smirked a little, must have gotten his strength from him.
"What are you doing in here?" Asked a sleepy voice. He spun around and saw Serena sitting up in her bed. She looked up at him a little dazed and so damn sexy. To hell with the RULES!
He strode over to her and grabbed her face and kissed her with all his pent up hunger and love. She was a little shocked at first, but then she started kissing him back. He slipped his tongue in a caressed her own, causing her to moan. Her arms wrapped around his neck and she pulled him closer. He had one knee on the bed and an arm around her waist, anchoring her to him. Insistent little hands pulled at his head dress, and his greedy hands tore open her button up night shirt. (AN: How convenient) He brushed a finger over one of her nipples and it pecked under his hand. She pulled away from him and growled.
"How do you get this thing off?" She asked, tugging at his white shirt. He laughed. He said that to her once. He tugged it up from his pants. He saw her face lighten with sleepy delight. He pushed off her shirt and began tugging impatiently on her pajama bottoms. Soon they were free from their restricted clothing. His finger prodded her opening, and felt her wet and ready for him. It had been so long, so long, he raised one of her legs and entered her. He shivered at how tight she was. Her hot velvet channel held him so snuggly, like she was made especially for him. He moved in her with deliberate slowness, wanting to imprint himself on her. Her breath came in small gasp. He watched her expression change every time he withdrew and then penetrated her again. Her heavy lidded eyes never left his. Her small hands ran down his back, her nails grazing him lightly. He kissed her, plunging his tongue in at the same rhythm their bodies were going. He felt her inner muscled tighten around him almost painfully. He gritted his teeth and then let go, caught in her orgasm. Her nails raked his back as she screamed into his mouth. He grabbed her thighs and parted them even further and pounded his last into her. Both of them were drained. He lay on her hot sweaty body for a while, unwilling to move away from her just yet.
Oh man, he really broke the rules now. He hoped Pluto didn't mind. He felt her shift and then sigh. He looked down at her and saw that she fell back asleep. He groaned. She sure did sleep a lot, even after this. Easing himself off of her, he reached down and covered her naked body with the blankets. Slowly, he pulled on his clothes and put his mask back on. A single red rose in a vase caught his attention. Fury raged in his gut when he remembered just exactly WHO gave her that flower. Allen the Enemy. The Moonlight Knight resisted tearing the petals off the gods forsaken rose. Instead, he touched it and it turned white. HIS signature rose color because Serena was and always would be his. Not Allen's. He looked down at her again, the familiar possessive feeling passing through him. Always mine.
He phased out and returned to the void of time where he stayed with Sailor Pluto. She waited for him.
"Endymion, you broke the rules." She said in a disapproving tone with her arms folded. Her eyes locked onto his.
"I couldn't help myself." He defended.
She rolled her eyes. "Men. They can't keep their hormones in check." She grumbled. Endymion grinned "Be careful next time Endy. Even though your just memories, your body is real. Serena could get pregnant again." She warned. Endymion winced.
"Alright. But I can still be with her right?"
Sailor Pluto sighed and leaned against the door of time. "I suppose so. It would be cruel of me to let you become a prude." She said with a small, Pluto like smile that barely tugged at the corner of her lips. Endymion laughed and left to one of the many rooms in the misty void of time.
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Serena woke up from her sleep and stretched under the blankets. She really really enjoyed her dream last night. She dreamt that the Moonlight Knight came to her, and he was Darien and they made passionate love. She sighed, and frowned. If only it had been real. She sat up in bed and the covers fell from her. She gasped and looked down at her nude chest. Uhhhh.........why am I naked? Did my dream really get me to strip off my own clothes? She shook her head, and grabbed her robe. She walked over to Caleb's crib and saw that he was still fast asleep. Mina or Luna will hear him if he woke up. She left to the bathroom and took a shower. As she was washing her body, she noticed tiny bruises on her thighs. They looked like finger marks. She put one of her fingers up to one. Nope, she didn't make them. She frowned. Then who did? She thought back but nothing came to her. Exceeeeept.......the dream. She remembered at one time......she blushed at the memory. But it was JUST a dream right? Right?
(Serena looked up from the scene at SilentStar-009 typing away and gives her a suspicious look. "Well?" Serena taps her foot, waiting for an answer. SilentStar-009 grins and turns Serena back to the story. "You just have to wait little missy. Everything will fall into place." SilentStar-009 tells her and laughs at Serena's little temper tantrum.)
After her shower and getting dressed, Mina barged into her room with the phone. "Your mom." She said.
"Hello?"
"Serena are you just getting up?" Her mother demanded on the other line. Serena looked around. How did moms KNOW these things? Do they have psychic powers or something?
"Maybe. What's up?" She asked.
Her mother sighed. "Remember that you're suppose to meet Sammy and your Dad at that new Virtual reality game thing this morning. You dad called and said that you weren't there yet."
Serena smacked her forehead. Opps, I forgot. "Oh, well, uhh.....I was just on my way out." She almost stuttered.
"Uh huh, sure you were. You better hurry. And I can't watch Caleb. I have some PTA function I have to go to. Sorry darling."
"No worries mom. I know who can watch him. Call Dad and tell him I'm on my way." She said. They exchanged good-byes and hung up.
Serena poked Luna awake. The cat stretched and looked up at her. "I need you to watch Caleb for me. I have to go meet Sammy and my Dad somewhere."
Luna yawned and transformed into a human. "Just let me take a shower." She said and left to the bathroom.
Serena turned to so Caleb standing up in his crib. His dark hair was tousled and his cheeks were rosy from sleep. "Hey guy, ready to go take a bath in Aunty Mina's tub?" She picked him up and grabbed a towel.
"Here, let me." Mina said and snatched Caleb from her. Serena wondered into the kitchen to see Artemis already making breakfast.
"Oh Artemis, you're a life saver." She said and plopped down on a chair.
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Mina dropped Serena, Luna and Caleb off at the new Virtual reality theater. Serena's mouth dropped open at how many people were there in line.
"Serena! Serena over here!" Yelled someone to the side. She and Luna turned to the sound. Sammy and her dad waved at her to join them in the line. There was grumbling from the people behind them about 'cuts'. "About time you made it." Sammy grumbled at her. Luna stood to the side of them and Sammy turned to them. "Hey, who's that?" He asked her.
"This is Luna. She's Caleb's nanny." Serena explained coolly. Sammy and her dad eyed the young woman who held Caleb.
"Don't you have a cat named Luna?" Her dad asked her.
Serena and Luna exchanged looks. "Yeah, small world." Serena said nervously.
"Nice to meet you." Her dad greeted and held out his hand. Luna took it awkwardly. (AN: Yeah, I know hand shakes are an American thing, but I'm not to sure about Japanese customs. Were they suppose to bow or something?)
"We have an extra ticket. Would you like to join us?" Her dad asked. Luna let out a small laugh.
"No thank you. I have to watch Caleb. But, hey, Serena, isn't that Darien?" Luna asked gazing past her. Serena spun around. Cold dread consumed her. Oh no! If Dad sees him, he'll know for sure. Damn damn damn damn damn.....
"Who's Darien?" Sammy asked. Serena gulped and sent Luna a hot glare. Luna paled and moved away quickly.
"Hey meatball head." Darien greeted. Serena sent a quick look at her father, but let out a breath of relief when she saw they weren't paying any attention to them. Instead, they were handing their tickets to the ticket master.
"Hey Prick. Do you want to come in with me? I have an extra ticket." She held one out to him. Darien nodded and took the ticket form her. There was more mumbling around them about 'cuts'. But they ignored them.
"Darien!" Said an annoyingly high pitched squeal from behind them. Darien looked back and groaned. Ann the Leech clamped on his arm. "It's so nice to see you here." Serena resisted the urge to pull her off of him.
"Ann, so nice to see you too." Darien said in tight politeness. He gave Serena a pleading look, but Allen put a hand on her shoulder. She jumped. It was like he came out of no where. Oh great.
"Hello Serena." Allen said. Serena smiled tensely up at him.
"Allen." She nodded to him. What was this? Brother and sister team up on your crush day? Allen made it very obvious who he had his eyes on to the whole school. It was a wonder she was still alive seeing that many 'death threats' were sent her way.
"Next!" Called the ticket master. Much to Serena's distress, Ann the Leech was paired with Darien in the booster cars and Serena with Allen. A screen lit up and monster appeared before them. Armed with a laser gun, Serena shot at the monsters. The seats jolted and tossed her back and forth.
"Oh Darien, I'm so scared." Ann said in a frightened voice. Serena glared at her. She was such a fake! Trying to pick up on MY Darien. The tramp! The seat jolted again and she was tossed to the side. Strong arms grabbed her before she fell out of the booster car. There were gasps and Serena looked up at see Darien and Ann staring at them.
"What's this Allen?" Ann hissed. Damn, there it was again. Ann's jealousy. What was up with her?
"I just caught her." Allen defended.
"Hey, shut up!" Yelled someone in front of them. All four of them turned to the annoyed voice.
"Shut up yourself Sammy." Serena shot back at him. Her dad turned and shot daggers at Allen.
"Unhand my daughter young man!" He demanded. Allen almost pushed her away.
"Sorry sir." He muttered. For once, Serena was glad for her dad's overprotective attitude.
They left that room and into another where they geared up with laser packs and visors. Darien managed to get free from Ann the Leech.
They went from room to room, killing virtual monsters. This was boring. Serena yawned and killed another one, but they were so real. Ann the Leech clung to Darien like always, but finally he got fed up with it. "Look, Ann, some guys go for pushy girls, but that's just not my style." He told her and shook her off of him. Serena couldn't help but laugh. She patted his shoulder.
"Well said Prick." She told him. A monster popped out of no where and Serena let out a little eep and booked it down the dark tunnel of the game room.
"Meatball head wait up. You probably get lost in your own closet!" She heard Darien yell to her. Serena stopped. Okay, Serena calm down, it's just a stupid game. Way to go, running like a crazed lunatic that escaped a mental institution.
"There you are. Come on, let's finish this game so we can get out of here." Darien said and grabbed her arm.
"Why, scared Ann might catch you again?" She taunted him. He looked down at her and smiled.
"Yeah, you want Allen to keep rubbing up on you?" He shot back. Serena turned away from him to hide her smile. Yep, I defiantly heard a little jealousy from him.
"Fine." They finished that room and Darien grabbed her arm.
"Just one more room to go." He said dragging her behind him. Suddenly, another tug from her other hand had them stopping.
"Serena! You have to come! There's a REAL monster! It's after me and Dad!" Sammy cried tugging her.
A real monster. Oh no, the negaverse was at it again.
"Tell me where." Darien demanded. Sammy looked up at him.
"In the other room. Come on, I'll show you." He said. He looked back at Serena. "You better stay here. This is a guy thing." They left into the darkness. Serena distantly heard screaming far away.
"Sounds more like a scout thing." She transformed. She followed the screaming and arrived just in time to see her dad, Sammy and Darien clutched in the monsters tentacles. The monster threw them against the wall and Serena winced at the 'thud' sound.
"Who are you?" Darien looked up at her.
Serena didn't answer him. She grabbed her tiara and threw it at the monster. The gold disc lost its glowing power and toppled to the ground.
"My tiara!" She cried, horrified it didn't work. But how can that be? It worked before! The monster smashed it's tentacles down and tossed her and Darien to the floor. She landed painfully on her side. Quickly, she looked back up to see the monster ready to attack again. Just then, a white rose came sailing down. What? She looked up to see the Moonlight Knight descend down and land in front of them. Serena looked from the Moonlight Knight to Darien who was regarding the man in white with wariness. How can that be? I thought the Moonlight Knight was Darien. The man in white took a small, knife from his side belt and held it in front of him. He and the monster faced off. Then they charged at each other, moving like lightning. The Moonlight Knight managed to cut a few of the monster's tentacles off. The ugly thing howled in out rage and captured the Moonlight Knight in its new sprung tentacles.
Serena clutched her side, and looked up to him. If there was only something I could do......
"Mercury bubbles.....BLAST!" Mist settled over them.
"Mars fire....ignite!" Mars sent her attack blazing at the monster. It dropped its hold of the Moonlight Knight.
"Guys, I'm so glad you're here. You won't believe this, but my tiara doesn't work." She cried up at them, feeling like a total failure.
"What? Your tiara? How can that be?" Jupiter asked her. Venus kneeled down and picked up the golden tiara.
"Here Sailor Moon. Everything is going to be alright." With that, she stood up and called forth her own attack. She, joined with Jupiter, toasted the monster.
"Your friendship is your greatest asset Scouts. Farewell." The Moonlight Knight left them. Serena stared at the spot he was last. What was going on? Why did the Moonlight Knight feel so much like Darien?
"Could someone tell me what is going on?" Darien demanded looking at them. How could this be? Oh Darien. Commotion from the door way made Darien turn around. The scouts took their exit.
"I have to change back into my own clothes. Sammy and Dad need me." Serena told them. The scouts nodded and Serena left them. She ran to see her dad and Sammy wake up from their unconscious state. "Are you alright?" She asked them, helping her dad up.
"I think so. Just a bump, or three." He winced. Serena and her family left the arcade.
Later at home, Serena's mom treated them, with much wailing from Sammy. "Hold still." Her mom barked at him. Serena turned from the scene to Luna and Caleb. Caleb held out his little hands for her. She took him from her.
"Who would have though a virtual reality game would go whacko on us?" Sammy asked. Serena sighed and buried her face in Caleb's soft hair.
"Who would have though Darien and the Moonlight Knight weren't the same person huh Luna?" Serena sniffed and Luna wrapped her in a hug.
"Everything will work out Serena." Luna told her.
Serena sighed. I hope they will.
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The girls got together once a week for sleepovers. It was Serena and Mina's turn to host one tonight. Everyone was piled in the carpeted front room.
"Truth or Dare Mina." Raye asked her and took a sip of her soda pop. Mina was thoughtful.
"Truth." She finally said.
"When was your first time?" She asked. Mina almost choked on her popcorn.
"Excuse me?" She asked wide eyed. Raye leaned back and smirked at her.
"You heard me." She said. Serena saw a warm blush creep up Mina's cheeks.
"Well, let's see. I was fourteen, so I guess in September sometime." She said smugly.
Raye rolled her eyes. "That's all you're going to tell us?
"You just asked when. Not with whom or how it happened. Next." Mina turned to Lita. Serena heard Raye growl.
"Alright, Serena. Truth or Dare." Lita said. Serena felt a little adventurous tonight.
"Dare." She said. Lita was thoughtful. Soon there was a grin in her face.
"I dare you to go to Darien's apartment dressed like you are and kiss him in the doorway so we can all see."
Serena looked at her with her mouth wide open. "In this?" She asked looking down at her night attire of pink bikini underwear and a pink tube top. She was practically naked!
"You have to Serena. You chose dare." Mina said and pulled her up.
"But-but---the night guard? The man is almost a hundred years old! What if I give him a heart attack or something?" She asked while Mina and Raye dragged her to the door.
"Luna watch Caleb." Ami called out to her.
They stepped out into the lush hallway. "Mina, what is his room number?" Lita asked when they were in the elevator.
"220." Mina said smoothly.
They punched the elevator button and Serena felt little butterflies in her stomach. Damn, what did I get myself into? I should have chosen truth. The reached the floor Darien was on and they pushed her onto the cold hall way. They walked her to his door and left her there. The girls all ran behind a corner and peeked out to watch her.
"Go Serena!" Lita hissed at her. Serena took a deep breath and knocked on the door.
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Mina watched as Serena took a step back from the door and waited. Soon, the door swung open and light spilled on her. Words were exchanged and Serena leaned in quickly and caught Darien's head and pulled him down for the kiss. Darien's eyes widened, but soon his arms wrapped around her waist. Mina watched in amazement as the aurora around them began to pulse red. Oh no. The aurora around them was deep red now. All of them gasped as Darien pushed Serena against the wall. He grasped her rear and lifted her up, settling them in a very intimate position. Serena's long legs wrapped around his waist.
"What are they doing?" Ami frantically whispered to them. Her face was very red, but she was unable to look away.
"We should stop them before they rape each other." Raye hissed and all of them nodded. They moved from their place behind the corner and went to intercept the kissing couple.
Lita cleared her throat and both Serena and Darien looked up, their eyes still glazed with passion. Both of their lips were wet and swollen. "Uh, we need our friend back Darien." Lita told him. The aurora around them began to simmer down to a dull red-pinkish color. Darien slowly put Serena down. He held her close to him. He bent down and whispered something in her ear. Mina caught Serena's look down and realized that Darien's...er....desires weren't all the way.....er....down just yet. So Serena walked with him, keeping very close to him. Soon, Darien was back into his own apartment.
"Good night girls." He said and slammed the door. Serena turned to the girls who all had a shocked look on their face.
"I said kiss him, not have dry sex with him." Lita told her. Mina giggled when Ami turned even more red.
"I think we should all go to bed." Ami stuttered and walked quickly to the elevator.
"Come on Serena." Raye said and pulled Serena's arm. Serena stumbled with her to the elevator.
Mina still felt the sexual tension in Serena. I hope we don't have to tie her up or anything to keep her in the room.
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AN: Well, that's all for now. No worries, I'm writing my next chapter as we speak....er....I mean read. I hope you liked this.... and as always...REVIEW me please!!! I love hearing from all you guys and I hope my Author's Note before this chapter cleared up any questions....if you have any others, feel free to ask......Maybe next chapter I'll put the generals in.....we'll see......love you all......kisses.....*muh*
Serena swore she was going to kill Darien if he kept sweeping HIS dirt on her side to sweep up. The lazy cad, why was she in love with him again? She bent over to flick the piece of dried fry off of her clean shoes. Why did I wear these shoes again? And where was Mina and Andrew? They were supposed to be helping not groping each other in the back. Serena sighed and dumped her dust pan in the big trash can.
"Heads up meatball head!" Called Darien. Serena looked up to see a flying bag of trash. She screamed and dashed out of the way. She landed on the dirty cold floor. She was furious! She picked herself up and charged after the grinning Prick with her broom.
"Die prick!" She yelled at him and he armed himself with his own broom. They used them like swords, the wooden handles clanged together. They spared for a while, but Darien unarmed her. He held the tip of the broom to her chest.
"You're pretty good meatball head." He said. Serena fumed even more and stomped away to the other side of the room. The jerk.
Finally Mina and Andrew emerged giggling. But two pairs of furious eyes had them stop and grab a broom. Three hours later, the arcade was spick and span and Serena collapsed on a nearby booth with Darien.
Andrew was a slave driver. They didn't even get to eat! Serena felt her stomach growling and she placed a hand on it to feel the rumbling.
"Well, I hope you two learned your lesson." Andrew said smugly at them. Serena and Darien just glared at him. He shrugged them off. "You're free to go."
Serena jumped at the chance for freedom. She was out the door, breathing the sweet air of......roses? She turned to see Darien standing beside her. His face was tilted up to the sunlight. He looked down to her and smiled.
"Come on meatball head, let's go to get something to eat." He said and grabbed her arm gently. Serena smiled, not about to give up free food. She enjoyed this, acting like the couple they should be. She stopped and looked down at her stained shirt.
"Could we go back to the apartment?" She asked pausing.
"To feed your fish?" He asked dryly. She pouted.
"To change you Prick." She hissed.
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"I'm not asking you to give me the answers Ami. I just need to study a bit, and you're the perfect person to study with." Serena begged her. She turned on the puppy dog eyes and Ami's resistance started to shake. "Please?" Ami broke then and heaved a long sigh.
"Alright, I guess I could." She muttered. Lita patted Serena on a job well done. They exited the subway just in time to hear some one yell nearby. They were the only ones there at the time so they ran to the yelling person. Serena heard Lita gasp near her.
"Ken!" She screamed and ran to the young man. There was a yomen close by, an ugly pink lion like monster with a glowing blue wheel. It turned to Lita and Serena saw Ken push her out of the way. The monster then drained Ken and then pushed him aside. He flew and landed on a broken glass. All the while, Serena and Ami stood motionless, not knowing what to do. They couldn't transform because of Ken. The monster left them then and Serena and Ami ran to the fallen Lita and Ken.
Hours later, Serena and Ami left the hospital and parted. Poor Ken, he and Lita had been through so much and now this happened. She sighed. Lita had told her the story behind Ken and herself. It was interesting. Must be great to have a friend like Ken. Serena knew Lita shielded herself from ever getting close to any guy. That ex-boyfriend Lita always talked about must have really hurt her. Maybe that's why Lita never stayed with one guy too long. She looked back at the hospital and sighed. I hope those two are going to be okay.
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They had a scout meeting the next day, and as usual, Serena was late. Luna had called her over the communicator and informed her that she picked Caleb up from his nursery. Lately, Luna and Artemis were too busy with scout business to watch him. She rounded a corner and skidded to a halt. Ann the Leech was latched onto Darien's arm, singing some gods forsaken melody that had her wincing. Poor Prick was stuck there. Serena strolled up to them. Time for interference. She went up to them and Ann turned to her. Serena started talking about anything, giving Darien time for his escape. He threw her a grateful look and ran off like the fires of hell were licking at his feet. After a while, Ann noticed his absence and gave her a dirty look and ran off to try to find Darien. Serena watched her disappear in the crowded and breathed a sigh of relief. Just how many times did she have to save him? A red rose invaded her seeing and Serena turned to the side to see Allen with a bouquet of roses in his hand.
"You seem distracted." He murmured, his blue eyes roaming over her. Serena blushed and took the rose Allen offered her.
"Maybe I was." She said. Allen smiled at her. A devastating smile that almost charmed her. Damn, he shouldn't have so much appeal to me. She shook off the spell he seemed to weave every time he was around her.
"Well, I was wondering...." He began, but Serena's communicator went off.
"I'm sorry Allen, I really have to go. Thanks for the rose." She said quickly before he asked any questions. She darted off. All this running..........
She made it to the temple. She was breathing hard, not wanting to drag herself over the gazillion stairs that led up to the temple. She saw the scouts running down the stairs. Serena groaned.
"Come on Serena, transform. We have to go." Mars said running past her. Luna and Artemis trailed behind them in their human forms. Luna held Caleb close to her and gave Serena an anxious look.
"Serena, I want you to keep and eye on Jupiter. She's still weak from all that blood she gave last night." Luna told her, her delicate brow in a worried frown.
"Right Luna." She nodded her head, transformed, gave Caleb a quick peck on his chubby cheek and then she was gone.
This is the most running she ever did. She groaned and picked up her pace. She saw Jupiter slow down then stop. She leaned against a post. Serena hurried to her. Jupiter was pretty pale. Serena touched her shoulder.
"Jupiter, you're pushing yourself too hard. You need to rest. Why don't you go home? Me and the others can handle this." She told her gently.
Jupiter gave her a small, weary smile. "I know. But, I have to do this." She said with determination flashing in her eyes.
"I'm afraid you're going to get hurt. Please Jupiter." She pleaded. Jupiter shrugged off her hand and stood tall.
"No." There was no arguing when Jupiter made up her mind.
Serena sighed in defeat. "All right. "She grumbled, but caught Jupiter's eyes. "But you have to promise you'll take it easy." Jupiter nodded and they both ran to catch up with the other scouts already dueling with the monster.
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In the trees, the Moonlight Knight watched the fight. Everything the scouts did, the monster always countered with another powerful attack. He paid close attention to the small blonde girl with the 'meatballs' in her head. He couldn't resist a smile. His Princess was so strong and determined. He had been watching her for days, and she still ceased to amaze him. Even in the predicament she was in with Darien, he still felt her undying love for the jerk that tormented her to such great lengths. He knew Darien so well. Even with out his memories, Darien felt the bond he had with Serena. It pleased the Moonlight Knight to know that Darien was still attracted to her. What didn't please him though, was that some pretty boy was trying to pick up on HIS Serena. Allen the Enemy. Being Darien's lost memories was no easy task. He wanted to be with his princess and his son. He looked back down at the fight and saw the monster knock the scouts unconscious. Sailor Moon turned back to the monster. He saw the fear in her eyes and it tugged at his heart. The monster charged at her and he jumped into action and threw a white rose down to halt it. He saw the confusion in her gorgeous blue eyes. She looked up and his breath caught. It had been so long since he saw her with joy in her face at seeing him.
"Who are you?" She asked, eyeing him. Such a simple question, but such a complex answer. He knew that he couldn't tell her just yet. It frustrated him to no end. Who made up the rules anyway? And why did Sailor Pluto HAVE to play by the rules?
"I am the Moonlight Knight, and I want you to know to know that I'll always be here when you need me Princess." He spoke lightly and made himself disappear. She stared at the trees for a long time. Even in his invisible state, she still sensed him there. So he watched and waited.
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Serena was so lost in thought, she didn't notice the monster picking it self up and preparing to charge at her. The Moonlight Knight. He looked so much like Tuxedo Mask. Were the same person? If so, then why hadn't Darien told her that he had his memory back? Everything was so confusing.
"Sailor Moon watch out!" Cried Jupiter's familiar voice. Serena turned to her. She screamed when the monster pounced on her and pinned her to the ground. Its sharp claws dug into her shoulder. She bit her lip in pain. It lifted on of its heavy paws to strike her in the face. She closed her eyes waiting for the blow. Instead, she felt the air around her become electrified.
"Supreme Thunder.......CRASH!" Jupiter aimed an attack at the monster. It caught it head on and the monster threw back it head and howled before it turned into a blackened card. Serena lifter herself up and ran to a now, weak Jupiter. She enveloped her in a big hug.
"Oh Jupiter, I'm glad your okay." She said. There were moans and Serena and Jupiter turned to the scouts to see them wake up.
Mars rubbed her sore head. "Did we miss it?" She asked a little groggy. Serena turned to Jupiter and they both laughed.
"Sorry guys." Serena told them.
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Later that night, after Serena filled Luna in on the events, she stared out the open window, her thoughts on the Moonlight Knight. He felt so familiar. He felt like Darien. But how can that be? If Darien was the Moonlight Knight, then why did he treat her like he didn't remember the past? She sighed, everything was so confusing, so complex. She closed her window and laid on her bed. I just need some sleep, maybe everything will come to me in the morning.
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The Moonlight Knight watched her looking up at the moon with a million questions in her eyes. He desperately wanted to go to her and tell her everything. He watched her until he knew for sure she was asleep, and then quietly made his way to her window. He slipped in and gazed lovingly down at his princess. She looked so beautiful in the moonlight. He pulled down his mask and leaned down to kiss her on her rosy lips. She smiled and snuggled closer to her pillow. He watched her silently, for a long time. He hoped Darien would get his memories back soon so he could be with her. He walked from her to the crib by the wall. Peering down, he saw the small child sucking in his pacifier. His son was so big now. How much had he missed from his life? He didn't even know his name. In all the times he and Serena had been together, she never told him his son's name. He ran a finger down his chubby soft cheek. A dreamy hand caught his finger. The Moonlight Knight chucked. He was pretty strong for a little guy. He smirked a little, must have gotten his strength from him.
"What are you doing in here?" Asked a sleepy voice. He spun around and saw Serena sitting up in her bed. She looked up at him a little dazed and so damn sexy. To hell with the RULES!
He strode over to her and grabbed her face and kissed her with all his pent up hunger and love. She was a little shocked at first, but then she started kissing him back. He slipped his tongue in a caressed her own, causing her to moan. Her arms wrapped around his neck and she pulled him closer. He had one knee on the bed and an arm around her waist, anchoring her to him. Insistent little hands pulled at his head dress, and his greedy hands tore open her button up night shirt. (AN: How convenient) He brushed a finger over one of her nipples and it pecked under his hand. She pulled away from him and growled.
"How do you get this thing off?" She asked, tugging at his white shirt. He laughed. He said that to her once. He tugged it up from his pants. He saw her face lighten with sleepy delight. He pushed off her shirt and began tugging impatiently on her pajama bottoms. Soon they were free from their restricted clothing. His finger prodded her opening, and felt her wet and ready for him. It had been so long, so long, he raised one of her legs and entered her. He shivered at how tight she was. Her hot velvet channel held him so snuggly, like she was made especially for him. He moved in her with deliberate slowness, wanting to imprint himself on her. Her breath came in small gasp. He watched her expression change every time he withdrew and then penetrated her again. Her heavy lidded eyes never left his. Her small hands ran down his back, her nails grazing him lightly. He kissed her, plunging his tongue in at the same rhythm their bodies were going. He felt her inner muscled tighten around him almost painfully. He gritted his teeth and then let go, caught in her orgasm. Her nails raked his back as she screamed into his mouth. He grabbed her thighs and parted them even further and pounded his last into her. Both of them were drained. He lay on her hot sweaty body for a while, unwilling to move away from her just yet.
Oh man, he really broke the rules now. He hoped Pluto didn't mind. He felt her shift and then sigh. He looked down at her and saw that she fell back asleep. He groaned. She sure did sleep a lot, even after this. Easing himself off of her, he reached down and covered her naked body with the blankets. Slowly, he pulled on his clothes and put his mask back on. A single red rose in a vase caught his attention. Fury raged in his gut when he remembered just exactly WHO gave her that flower. Allen the Enemy. The Moonlight Knight resisted tearing the petals off the gods forsaken rose. Instead, he touched it and it turned white. HIS signature rose color because Serena was and always would be his. Not Allen's. He looked down at her again, the familiar possessive feeling passing through him. Always mine.
He phased out and returned to the void of time where he stayed with Sailor Pluto. She waited for him.
"Endymion, you broke the rules." She said in a disapproving tone with her arms folded. Her eyes locked onto his.
"I couldn't help myself." He defended.
She rolled her eyes. "Men. They can't keep their hormones in check." She grumbled. Endymion grinned "Be careful next time Endy. Even though your just memories, your body is real. Serena could get pregnant again." She warned. Endymion winced.
"Alright. But I can still be with her right?"
Sailor Pluto sighed and leaned against the door of time. "I suppose so. It would be cruel of me to let you become a prude." She said with a small, Pluto like smile that barely tugged at the corner of her lips. Endymion laughed and left to one of the many rooms in the misty void of time.
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Serena woke up from her sleep and stretched under the blankets. She really really enjoyed her dream last night. She dreamt that the Moonlight Knight came to her, and he was Darien and they made passionate love. She sighed, and frowned. If only it had been real. She sat up in bed and the covers fell from her. She gasped and looked down at her nude chest. Uhhhh.........why am I naked? Did my dream really get me to strip off my own clothes? She shook her head, and grabbed her robe. She walked over to Caleb's crib and saw that he was still fast asleep. Mina or Luna will hear him if he woke up. She left to the bathroom and took a shower. As she was washing her body, she noticed tiny bruises on her thighs. They looked like finger marks. She put one of her fingers up to one. Nope, she didn't make them. She frowned. Then who did? She thought back but nothing came to her. Exceeeeept.......the dream. She remembered at one time......she blushed at the memory. But it was JUST a dream right? Right?
(Serena looked up from the scene at SilentStar-009 typing away and gives her a suspicious look. "Well?" Serena taps her foot, waiting for an answer. SilentStar-009 grins and turns Serena back to the story. "You just have to wait little missy. Everything will fall into place." SilentStar-009 tells her and laughs at Serena's little temper tantrum.)
After her shower and getting dressed, Mina barged into her room with the phone. "Your mom." She said.
"Hello?"
"Serena are you just getting up?" Her mother demanded on the other line. Serena looked around. How did moms KNOW these things? Do they have psychic powers or something?
"Maybe. What's up?" She asked.
Her mother sighed. "Remember that you're suppose to meet Sammy and your Dad at that new Virtual reality game thing this morning. You dad called and said that you weren't there yet."
Serena smacked her forehead. Opps, I forgot. "Oh, well, uhh.....I was just on my way out." She almost stuttered.
"Uh huh, sure you were. You better hurry. And I can't watch Caleb. I have some PTA function I have to go to. Sorry darling."
"No worries mom. I know who can watch him. Call Dad and tell him I'm on my way." She said. They exchanged good-byes and hung up.
Serena poked Luna awake. The cat stretched and looked up at her. "I need you to watch Caleb for me. I have to go meet Sammy and my Dad somewhere."
Luna yawned and transformed into a human. "Just let me take a shower." She said and left to the bathroom.
Serena turned to so Caleb standing up in his crib. His dark hair was tousled and his cheeks were rosy from sleep. "Hey guy, ready to go take a bath in Aunty Mina's tub?" She picked him up and grabbed a towel.
"Here, let me." Mina said and snatched Caleb from her. Serena wondered into the kitchen to see Artemis already making breakfast.
"Oh Artemis, you're a life saver." She said and plopped down on a chair.
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Mina dropped Serena, Luna and Caleb off at the new Virtual reality theater. Serena's mouth dropped open at how many people were there in line.
"Serena! Serena over here!" Yelled someone to the side. She and Luna turned to the sound. Sammy and her dad waved at her to join them in the line. There was grumbling from the people behind them about 'cuts'. "About time you made it." Sammy grumbled at her. Luna stood to the side of them and Sammy turned to them. "Hey, who's that?" He asked her.
"This is Luna. She's Caleb's nanny." Serena explained coolly. Sammy and her dad eyed the young woman who held Caleb.
"Don't you have a cat named Luna?" Her dad asked her.
Serena and Luna exchanged looks. "Yeah, small world." Serena said nervously.
"Nice to meet you." Her dad greeted and held out his hand. Luna took it awkwardly. (AN: Yeah, I know hand shakes are an American thing, but I'm not to sure about Japanese customs. Were they suppose to bow or something?)
"We have an extra ticket. Would you like to join us?" Her dad asked. Luna let out a small laugh.
"No thank you. I have to watch Caleb. But, hey, Serena, isn't that Darien?" Luna asked gazing past her. Serena spun around. Cold dread consumed her. Oh no! If Dad sees him, he'll know for sure. Damn damn damn damn damn.....
"Who's Darien?" Sammy asked. Serena gulped and sent Luna a hot glare. Luna paled and moved away quickly.
"Hey meatball head." Darien greeted. Serena sent a quick look at her father, but let out a breath of relief when she saw they weren't paying any attention to them. Instead, they were handing their tickets to the ticket master.
"Hey Prick. Do you want to come in with me? I have an extra ticket." She held one out to him. Darien nodded and took the ticket form her. There was more mumbling around them about 'cuts'. But they ignored them.
"Darien!" Said an annoyingly high pitched squeal from behind them. Darien looked back and groaned. Ann the Leech clamped on his arm. "It's so nice to see you here." Serena resisted the urge to pull her off of him.
"Ann, so nice to see you too." Darien said in tight politeness. He gave Serena a pleading look, but Allen put a hand on her shoulder. She jumped. It was like he came out of no where. Oh great.
"Hello Serena." Allen said. Serena smiled tensely up at him.
"Allen." She nodded to him. What was this? Brother and sister team up on your crush day? Allen made it very obvious who he had his eyes on to the whole school. It was a wonder she was still alive seeing that many 'death threats' were sent her way.
"Next!" Called the ticket master. Much to Serena's distress, Ann the Leech was paired with Darien in the booster cars and Serena with Allen. A screen lit up and monster appeared before them. Armed with a laser gun, Serena shot at the monsters. The seats jolted and tossed her back and forth.
"Oh Darien, I'm so scared." Ann said in a frightened voice. Serena glared at her. She was such a fake! Trying to pick up on MY Darien. The tramp! The seat jolted again and she was tossed to the side. Strong arms grabbed her before she fell out of the booster car. There were gasps and Serena looked up at see Darien and Ann staring at them.
"What's this Allen?" Ann hissed. Damn, there it was again. Ann's jealousy. What was up with her?
"I just caught her." Allen defended.
"Hey, shut up!" Yelled someone in front of them. All four of them turned to the annoyed voice.
"Shut up yourself Sammy." Serena shot back at him. Her dad turned and shot daggers at Allen.
"Unhand my daughter young man!" He demanded. Allen almost pushed her away.
"Sorry sir." He muttered. For once, Serena was glad for her dad's overprotective attitude.
They left that room and into another where they geared up with laser packs and visors. Darien managed to get free from Ann the Leech.
They went from room to room, killing virtual monsters. This was boring. Serena yawned and killed another one, but they were so real. Ann the Leech clung to Darien like always, but finally he got fed up with it. "Look, Ann, some guys go for pushy girls, but that's just not my style." He told her and shook her off of him. Serena couldn't help but laugh. She patted his shoulder.
"Well said Prick." She told him. A monster popped out of no where and Serena let out a little eep and booked it down the dark tunnel of the game room.
"Meatball head wait up. You probably get lost in your own closet!" She heard Darien yell to her. Serena stopped. Okay, Serena calm down, it's just a stupid game. Way to go, running like a crazed lunatic that escaped a mental institution.
"There you are. Come on, let's finish this game so we can get out of here." Darien said and grabbed her arm.
"Why, scared Ann might catch you again?" She taunted him. He looked down at her and smiled.
"Yeah, you want Allen to keep rubbing up on you?" He shot back. Serena turned away from him to hide her smile. Yep, I defiantly heard a little jealousy from him.
"Fine." They finished that room and Darien grabbed her arm.
"Just one more room to go." He said dragging her behind him. Suddenly, another tug from her other hand had them stopping.
"Serena! You have to come! There's a REAL monster! It's after me and Dad!" Sammy cried tugging her.
A real monster. Oh no, the negaverse was at it again.
"Tell me where." Darien demanded. Sammy looked up at him.
"In the other room. Come on, I'll show you." He said. He looked back at Serena. "You better stay here. This is a guy thing." They left into the darkness. Serena distantly heard screaming far away.
"Sounds more like a scout thing." She transformed. She followed the screaming and arrived just in time to see her dad, Sammy and Darien clutched in the monsters tentacles. The monster threw them against the wall and Serena winced at the 'thud' sound.
"Who are you?" Darien looked up at her.
Serena didn't answer him. She grabbed her tiara and threw it at the monster. The gold disc lost its glowing power and toppled to the ground.
"My tiara!" She cried, horrified it didn't work. But how can that be? It worked before! The monster smashed it's tentacles down and tossed her and Darien to the floor. She landed painfully on her side. Quickly, she looked back up to see the monster ready to attack again. Just then, a white rose came sailing down. What? She looked up to see the Moonlight Knight descend down and land in front of them. Serena looked from the Moonlight Knight to Darien who was regarding the man in white with wariness. How can that be? I thought the Moonlight Knight was Darien. The man in white took a small, knife from his side belt and held it in front of him. He and the monster faced off. Then they charged at each other, moving like lightning. The Moonlight Knight managed to cut a few of the monster's tentacles off. The ugly thing howled in out rage and captured the Moonlight Knight in its new sprung tentacles.
Serena clutched her side, and looked up to him. If there was only something I could do......
"Mercury bubbles.....BLAST!" Mist settled over them.
"Mars fire....ignite!" Mars sent her attack blazing at the monster. It dropped its hold of the Moonlight Knight.
"Guys, I'm so glad you're here. You won't believe this, but my tiara doesn't work." She cried up at them, feeling like a total failure.
"What? Your tiara? How can that be?" Jupiter asked her. Venus kneeled down and picked up the golden tiara.
"Here Sailor Moon. Everything is going to be alright." With that, she stood up and called forth her own attack. She, joined with Jupiter, toasted the monster.
"Your friendship is your greatest asset Scouts. Farewell." The Moonlight Knight left them. Serena stared at the spot he was last. What was going on? Why did the Moonlight Knight feel so much like Darien?
"Could someone tell me what is going on?" Darien demanded looking at them. How could this be? Oh Darien. Commotion from the door way made Darien turn around. The scouts took their exit.
"I have to change back into my own clothes. Sammy and Dad need me." Serena told them. The scouts nodded and Serena left them. She ran to see her dad and Sammy wake up from their unconscious state. "Are you alright?" She asked them, helping her dad up.
"I think so. Just a bump, or three." He winced. Serena and her family left the arcade.
Later at home, Serena's mom treated them, with much wailing from Sammy. "Hold still." Her mom barked at him. Serena turned from the scene to Luna and Caleb. Caleb held out his little hands for her. She took him from her.
"Who would have though a virtual reality game would go whacko on us?" Sammy asked. Serena sighed and buried her face in Caleb's soft hair.
"Who would have though Darien and the Moonlight Knight weren't the same person huh Luna?" Serena sniffed and Luna wrapped her in a hug.
"Everything will work out Serena." Luna told her.
Serena sighed. I hope they will.
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The girls got together once a week for sleepovers. It was Serena and Mina's turn to host one tonight. Everyone was piled in the carpeted front room.
"Truth or Dare Mina." Raye asked her and took a sip of her soda pop. Mina was thoughtful.
"Truth." She finally said.
"When was your first time?" She asked. Mina almost choked on her popcorn.
"Excuse me?" She asked wide eyed. Raye leaned back and smirked at her.
"You heard me." She said. Serena saw a warm blush creep up Mina's cheeks.
"Well, let's see. I was fourteen, so I guess in September sometime." She said smugly.
Raye rolled her eyes. "That's all you're going to tell us?
"You just asked when. Not with whom or how it happened. Next." Mina turned to Lita. Serena heard Raye growl.
"Alright, Serena. Truth or Dare." Lita said. Serena felt a little adventurous tonight.
"Dare." She said. Lita was thoughtful. Soon there was a grin in her face.
"I dare you to go to Darien's apartment dressed like you are and kiss him in the doorway so we can all see."
Serena looked at her with her mouth wide open. "In this?" She asked looking down at her night attire of pink bikini underwear and a pink tube top. She was practically naked!
"You have to Serena. You chose dare." Mina said and pulled her up.
"But-but---the night guard? The man is almost a hundred years old! What if I give him a heart attack or something?" She asked while Mina and Raye dragged her to the door.
"Luna watch Caleb." Ami called out to her.
They stepped out into the lush hallway. "Mina, what is his room number?" Lita asked when they were in the elevator.
"220." Mina said smoothly.
They punched the elevator button and Serena felt little butterflies in her stomach. Damn, what did I get myself into? I should have chosen truth. The reached the floor Darien was on and they pushed her onto the cold hall way. They walked her to his door and left her there. The girls all ran behind a corner and peeked out to watch her.
"Go Serena!" Lita hissed at her. Serena took a deep breath and knocked on the door.
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Mina watched as Serena took a step back from the door and waited. Soon, the door swung open and light spilled on her. Words were exchanged and Serena leaned in quickly and caught Darien's head and pulled him down for the kiss. Darien's eyes widened, but soon his arms wrapped around her waist. Mina watched in amazement as the aurora around them began to pulse red. Oh no. The aurora around them was deep red now. All of them gasped as Darien pushed Serena against the wall. He grasped her rear and lifted her up, settling them in a very intimate position. Serena's long legs wrapped around his waist.
"What are they doing?" Ami frantically whispered to them. Her face was very red, but she was unable to look away.
"We should stop them before they rape each other." Raye hissed and all of them nodded. They moved from their place behind the corner and went to intercept the kissing couple.
Lita cleared her throat and both Serena and Darien looked up, their eyes still glazed with passion. Both of their lips were wet and swollen. "Uh, we need our friend back Darien." Lita told him. The aurora around them began to simmer down to a dull red-pinkish color. Darien slowly put Serena down. He held her close to him. He bent down and whispered something in her ear. Mina caught Serena's look down and realized that Darien's...er....desires weren't all the way.....er....down just yet. So Serena walked with him, keeping very close to him. Soon, Darien was back into his own apartment.
"Good night girls." He said and slammed the door. Serena turned to the girls who all had a shocked look on their face.
"I said kiss him, not have dry sex with him." Lita told her. Mina giggled when Ami turned even more red.
"I think we should all go to bed." Ami stuttered and walked quickly to the elevator.
"Come on Serena." Raye said and pulled Serena's arm. Serena stumbled with her to the elevator.
Mina still felt the sexual tension in Serena. I hope we don't have to tie her up or anything to keep her in the room.
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AN: Well, that's all for now. No worries, I'm writing my next chapter as we speak....er....I mean read. I hope you liked this.... and as always...REVIEW me please!!! I love hearing from all you guys and I hope my Author's Note before this chapter cleared up any questions....if you have any others, feel free to ask......Maybe next chapter I'll put the generals in.....we'll see......love you all......kisses.....*muh*