On the track and off - chapter 11
Written by: Neo Queen Serenity Chiba
Rating: PG - rating may go up.
Genre: Romance/Drama
Editors: Only me.
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Hey! I'm back again with ANOTHER CHAPTER!!!!!!!!! I hope you'll all enjoy this one. I have maybe another 2 more chapter to go so this is the longest fanfic I ever done so far!!!!!!!!!!!! Please R+R!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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As they all took off everyone was gaining up speed. Serena and Darien were in the middle while Ami and Greg was up in front all of the rest behind. Passing the 100m mark, Raye Chad, Luna, Artemis took over Ami and Greg and Darien and Serena increased speed a little. Then they passed the 50m mark. They all increased more speed on their horses. Serena and Darien increased a lot of speed; Serena was taking over Darien and was about 2 m away from him. Then she reached her goal with Darien, Mina, Lita, Ami, Andrew, Chad and Raye. Everyone in the crowd was now jumping for joy. Serena slowed her horse to a trot and Candy led the horse to the stand where the photos were taken. Then about 5 minutes of photos Serena had to be weighed then got changed into a white halter neck top and pink shorts that went to mid thigh. Serena met the others in the building where they all slept. "Hey guys!" Serena said and walked over to Darien and kissed him. Darien had his arms around Serena's waist and pulled her back landing on to his chest. "Hey baby" he said
"They didn't bombarded you with questions have they?" (Artemis)
"No Art, they haven't, not even Darien"
"That's good. I think we should get something to eat then get a good shut eye" (Luna)
"Yeah!" (Everyone) and together they went to the cafeteria. They all had a meal and then went to sleep.
The next day arrived and Serena and Darien were at the airport waiting for Yuen. Serena wore a black halter neck top and red jeans that hugged her legs and a pair of red high heels. She did her hair in a bun with a few strands of hair coming down. Darien wore a white T-shirt and blue jeans with grey skate shoes. They waited for Yuen's plane to land and about 15 minutes later the plane landed. It was then it took Yuen another ½ hour to go through and check in the customs and immigrations. As Yuen walked out of the customs and arrived in the arrival terminal he saw Serena and Darien holding hands together. 'So they are a couple now' thought Yuen and waved at them. Serena and Darien saw him and walked over to him. "Hey Yuen, how was it?" (Serena) and hugged him. "I'm great but the plane wasn't a pleasant trip" (Yuen)
"Yeah I thought so. You got all your luggage?" (Darien) and hugged him back too.
"Yeah" (Yuen)
"Well let's go" and helped Yuen with the luggage and went to Darien's car.
"So you guys are officially together no eh?" (Yuen) and grinned. The 2 blushed. "Yeah you could say that" Darien said. He unlocked the car, placed Yuen's luggage in the boot and hopped in the driver's seat. Serena was in the back seat while Yuen was in the passenger's seat. "Does your mum know you're here?' said Serena. Yuen nodded. "So you want me to drop you off at home then?" said Darien.
"Yeah ok" said Yuen. Then Darien took a left and went straight ahead.
"So how was it when I was away guys?"
"Well, you missed a lot. We raced last night and I won. Josh and Scott decided to put Endymion in Media Puzzle's stable. You don't mind don't you?" (Serena)
"No, told them to place him there anyway. Endymion is here and he will be at the stables this afternoon"
"Cool, so then I can take Endymion to the races?" (Darien)
"Yeah, but he needs a bit of training before Friday"
"Alright. By the way when Serenity heard his name, I think she like that name even she hasn't check the horse out yet!"(Serena) Yuen laughed. "Yeah that's what Endymion did too" then they all laughed. Darien entered the highway and went into the middle lane. "So you guys ain't nervous about the cup are ya?"
"Who us?! Not really" (Serena)
"I heard there is going to be 24 horses including you guys and the gang!"
"No way! 24 horses" (Darien)
"Yep!"
"That's going to be hard I think" (Serena)
"Trust me Sere, it ain't, it really depends of you know your strategies well. Remember what everyone taught you ok?" Serena nodded and sighed. "This is going to be a long week"
"Well for you it is but trust me, it goes fast eh Dare?"
"Haha, but you do have a point" then the boys laughed. "Oh whatever" (Serena). The men chuckled again. Darien took the left exit and followed the directions to Yuen's place. About 15 minutes later, they arrived at Yuen's place. Darien pressed the button up for the rooftop to go up, then turned off the car. They got Yuen's luggage out and went up the elevator to the 30th floor. Then they arrived at the floor and followed Yuen to his apartment that he lives with his parents. He got his key out and inserted it in the keyhole and turned it and went inside. "Hello, anyone here?" said Yuen and opened the door wider for Serena and Darien to come in. "Yuen? Is that you?' said his mum
"yeah mum!"
"Oh I miss you so much!"
"So have I mum!"
"Hey son"
"Dad!" they all hugged each other. Serena and Darien thought it was sweet. "Are you going to introduce them Yuen?" his mum said.
"Oh sorry, uh Darien and Serena this is my mum Jessica and my dad Louis. Mum, Dad this is Darien and his girlfriend Serena"
"Oh yes. I have heard a lot about you especially both of you guys? How wonderful and cute!" said Yuen's mum. The couple blushed. "Ah. Thank you Mrs. Ming" said Darien
"Well lets get going Dare and Sere. I think my horse should be at the campus any minute" said Yuen. Darien and Serena nodded and said good-bye to Yuen's mum and dad. Yuen went to his car and Serena and Darien in Darien's car. They both drove off together and arrived at campus ½ hour later. They saw Endymion arrived just in time. The 3 got out of the cars and walked over to Endymion. "Hey Endy" said Yuen. Endymion nodded his head. Serena walked a bit and touched Endymion's mane and head. Endymion felt comfortable of Serena's touch then he felt another one. The other one was Darien, touching his mane and head. The 3 felt Endymion calm, so Yuen lead Endymion to the stables to where media Puzzle used to be in. Serena and Darien left Yuen alone with Endymion and decided to find the gang.
Finding the gang was a bit hard, so the 2 decided to give up and sign out to go out for the whole day and night. They went to the shopping mall and went through many clothes shops, then through a jewellery store. Darien was looking at the rings with Serena. "Darien what are you doing?" Serena asked. Darien smiled and squeezed her hand. "You'll find out tonight". Back to looking at the rings again. Darien spotted a ring, which was sliver with 3 little diamonds in a row. "Can I have a look at that please?" he asked. The lady took the tray out that contained the ring and gave it to Darien. Darien took a good look at it then slipped it on Serena's finger. Serena saw it and liked the ring and was wondering if he was going to propose to her. Taking the ring off of Serena's finger he handed it back to the lady and said "I'll have that one thank you" and the ring came back in a velvet red box and the cost was $699. Darien handed his credit card and paid for it and left with Serena. "So where you want to go next?" Darien said.
"Well how about the food court. I'm a bit hungry," said Serena, Darien laughed and both left to the food court.
Around 5.00 the couple left the mall and Darien dropped off Serena. "Sere, I made a booking tonight at the Moonlight Café around 7.30 ok. I'll pick you up tonight ok" Darien said. Serena nodded and kissed him and got out of the car and went into the building. Serena went upstairs to the lift and went inside the house and then into her room. Digging out a nice dress in her wardrobe, she found a white sundress with red roses printed everywhere. She took that out and got her candles and matches out and went inside the bathroom. Turned the hot and cold water taps on and poured in some glittering 'Moon Dust' bubble mixtures and lit some candles. Then she got into the warm bubble bath and stayed there until an hour. As she was dressed, she did her hair up in the usual style and went to watch TV until 7.00.
As 7.00 arrived she got her wallet, mobile phone, and keys and placed them in her white purse, wrote a note to Elane and the family and dab a bit of lip-gloss on her lips and then dabbed faintly of red eye shadow. Then 7.30 arrived and Darien came. "Hey Dare, how are you?" she said. "Hey beautiful. I miss you already" Serena giggles and kissed him. "Well milady, should we leave?" Serena nodded. Darien wore a white button up shirt and blue jeans and skate shoes. Serena got her purse and left.
5 minutes later, they arrived at the restaurant and went to their reserved table. They ordered their drinks and meals and had a terrific time, and then Darien left to pay and went back to Serena and extended his hand. Serena reached it and they both decided to go to the park where the roses were. They sat on a bench where you could see the lake glittering from the full moon. Then Darien got up and kneeled down on one knee in front of Serena. "Serena since the first day I met you, I knew destiny lead us together in this path. After the incident with Seiya I knew it was my chance to get you. And look what happened now? We're together now! Serena to make myself complete will you do the honour of becoming my wife?" said Darien and took out the box and opened it and took the ring and slipped it on Serena's finger. To Serena she didn't know what to do, either hugged him or jump for joy. Instead she smiled and replied, "Yes, of course I'll become your wife!" Darien laughed and picked her up and swung her around. Serena laughed and then Darien stopped and placed her on her own 2 feet. Then they both kissed passionately and hugged each other. Serena sighed and placed her head on Darien's chest. "I love you Darien"
"I love you too Sere" they stayed like that for an hour and both decided to go home. Darien arrived to Serena's place and both got out of the car and went into the building into the lifts then to Serena apartment. Serena unlocked the door and opened the door. She went in and Darien followed her. Serena and Darien saw Becky and Jacob, Elane and Yuen together in the living room with Serena's mum, Irene. "Hey mum, Elane, Yuen, Bec and Jacob," said Serena. The other smiled. 'They look like they're grinning' thought Serena and Darien.
"Hey Sere, Dare" said Yuen. Then Elane and Becky stood up. "Sere we have something to say" Elane said. Serena nodded her head. "Elane and I are getting married" said Becky. Darien and Serena knew Elane was getting married but Becky and Jacob. Serena ran to her sisters while Darien walked to the men and shook hands. "Congratulations guys and the 2 men. Well we know that Yuen was going to ask Elane" Serena said.
"Oh why didn't you tell me!" said Elane.
"Sorry a secret is a secret" said Darien. Then Becky caught a glimpse of the ring on Serena's finger. "Sere, why are you wearing a ring on your important finger?" said Becky.
"Opps...... I forgot, Darien and I are getting married too" Serena replied. The 5 were stunned then rushed to the newly couple. "OH MY GOD!!!! We're all engaged on the same night and my baby sis is getting marry," said Becky. The men shook hands and the girl kept on hugging each other. "Hey mum, can I stay at Darien's tonight? We're not going to do anything" said Serena and gave her the puppy eyes. Irene sighed and smiled. "Alright dear but promise me not to dance under the blanket until your wedding night!!!!!"
"Yes, thank you and I won't, you know I won't do that stuff yet but you know yourself how it is mum" said Serena. Darien followed Serena to her room and picked up a few clothes and accessories and said bye to the family and friends. Darien and Serena went to his car and hopped in and drove off. The couple arrived at Darien apartment. They got out of the car and went upstairs to the 20th floor where his apartment was. They arrived at the floor and then to the door of the apartment and went inside. The apartment was almost a sky home with glass windows ad beautiful patios. Darien led her to his room upstairs. His room was even more beautiful; the window had glass from the ceiling down to the floor. On the corner was a full-length mirror, his wardrobe, computer and CD player, VCR, and a TV and his double bed. It was a pretty big room Serena thought. Darien sat on the side of the bed and led her to sit with him. "So is this where I'll be living eh? Or do we live in another place?" said Serena.
"I'm not sure, but I think finding another apartment is a lot better"
"Is that so"
"Yeah" they kissed and broke away. "Well, I might as well change into my pjs. Where's the bathroom?"
"There's one connected to my room itself on the left"
"Alright, I won't be too long" went in and closed the door. Darien got changed into his pjs but now shirt then Serena came out in a pale pink nightgown that went mid thigh showing her creamy long thin legs. "You didn't mind about tonight do ya?" asked Serena.
"Nah, don't worry about it. I'm sure the others wanted privacy themselves," he said went hopped into bed. "Come on Sere" Serena climbed in and snuggled next to him. Darien kissed the top of her head and said "I love you and goodnight" then Serena said, "Love you too. Sweet dreams" and fell asleep.
Morning arrived and Darien felt his arms holding nothing. He popped one eye opened and saw Serena just got out of the bathroom. "Hey Sleepyhead, nice dream?" Serena said and grinned. "Don't know depends on what you think" he said and got out of the bed and walked over to her with a big grin on his face. He kissed her on the lips and then down to the neck. "Darien, you know we have to tell the gang or they'll say why on earth a ring is on my important finger!" she said. Darien laughed and then kissed her one more time, then went to his wardrobe. "Alright then, I suppose because it's gonna come out no sooner or later" he said. He grabbed his clothes and went to the bathroom. Serena got her hair brushed and brushed all the knots off and changed into a halter neck which was lose that went up to mid thigh in a colour of pink and a pair of jeans. It looked like she was 2 - 3 months pregnant! She laughed at the thought of that, then Darien came out in a navy v-neck shirt and a bone colour pants. "Sexy" Serena said. Darien hugged her with her back facing against him in front of the full-length mirror. "Whatever you say Sere" he said and kissed her on the shoulder, then let go of her. "You ready?" he asked. Serena sprayed perfume and then went with Darien downstairs. "Now I am" she said. Together they went out of the room and went downstairs to be met by Candice and William.
"Good Morning Darien. Oh Sere. I didn't see you dear. When did you come?" Candice asked. Serena smiled. "Good Morning Candice, that's alright and I came last night and stayed the night. I hope you didn't mind" she said. Candice smiled. "No not at all, you're welcome to here whenever you like"
"Uh, Dad, Mum" Darien said while helping Serena to sit down then he sat down. "Sere and I have some news to tell you" he looked at Serena, she gave him a nod and smiled. "Sere and I are getting married" his parents stopped and were stunned. "When did this happen?" William said.
"Uh. last night" Serena said. Darien's parents smiled. "Oh thank god they're together. I'm so happy," said Candice, now having tears. "Oh um, please don't get emotional" Darien said. Then Candice ran to Serena and hugged her crying happy. Darien looked at his father who was beaming proudly. "I'm going to have a daughter in law" William said and hugged Darien. After 5 minutes of crying they all let go of each other and continued to eat breakfast. After breakfast, Darien' parents went to work at their company while Darien and Serena went back to Serena's place.
They arrive at the apartment and went inside the building and in the lifts. Then Serena opened the door to the apartment and went inside. Darien sat one ht sofa and waited for Serena to come out. Then Serena came out, with her keys and mobile phone and wallet. Placed her wallet in her back pocket and jeans and her keys and mobile phone in her hands. "Ok, let's go." Darien nodded and both went out. They both went separate ways to their car and drove off together. They arrived at the campus ½ later and got out of their cars and went inside the admin and signed in then went to find their friends. Serena will tell the girl and Darien will tell the boys. As Serena told the girls they were stunned and then started to hug each other, she also told Candy and she started jumping for joy and rushed to tell everyone. As for Darien he told the boys about the engagement and they all started to congratulate him and he told Michael and he started to hug him and congratulate him.
Now only 2 people left that needed to know were Scott and Josh. Serena and Darien went to Scott's office and knocked on the door. "Come in" they went in to find Scott and Josh in the office. "Hey guys" said Josh. Darien and Serena smiled and greeted them. Josh and Scott found Darien and Serena's hand linked together and grinned.
"Is there something we both missed out?" said Scott. The couple blushed. Then Serena spoke up. "Well there are 2, Scott. First one is that we're a couple"
"Yes we can see that Sere," said Josh. Serena blushed again. "Continue on" Scott asked. The 2 looked at each other and took a deep breath. 'We're engaged too" Serena said. Then Josh and Scott were speechless, they didn't know that Darien would ask her so quickly especially they have been going out at least from Valentine's Day. Then the men broke into a smile and congratulated them. "Congratulations guys. When is the set date?" said Josh.
"Uh. That we're still figuring out" Darien said.
"Well, we shouldn't keep you too long. You guys have a wedding to plan. But Serena you have a race tonight ok" Scott told her. Serena nodded. "Well we'll see you guys later then"
"Bye" the couple left and went to plan the wedding at Amelia and Robert's shop. They drove off to the shopping mall in their cars and went inside the mall to Moonlite Secrets. "Hey Robert" said Darien. Robert turned around and saw who it was. "Hey I haven't seen you two a long long time"
"Yeah I know, but also we have something big to tell, where's Amelia?'
"Here I am, what's this surprise you were going to tell us Sere?"
"I'm getting marry!"
"Oh god. Congratulations you 2"
"Why thanks"
"Your welcome"
"Anyway, we were wondering if you guys can plan the wedding for us?"
"Sure why not, Amelia will plan the most beautiful wedding ever that you will never forget!"
"Why thanks Robert and Amelia"
"That's all right Darien, anyway I knew you guys will get together somehow and I have almost finished planning one the most beautiful weddings so far"
"Cool, can we have a look?" Amelia nodded and gestured them to sit where a desk was at a corner. As they followed Amelia to the desk, Amelia took out some papers and gave the papers to Serena and Darien to look at. She also planned the groom, groomsmen, best man, bride, bridesmaids and maid of honour dresses. The ceremony was going to be in the White Moon Church, photos were to be taken at the park where Serena and Darien always spend time at and reception was held at the Aurora. Table settings were going to be slivery white, china settings, and centrepiece were a bunch of red roses. The food was going to be Chinese and the plans for the tables will be done later. In the church and reception, the whole place was to be framed with pink, white and red roses. Feeling satisfied with the plans of their wedding, Amelia showed them the dresses and tux and explained what it need for the clothes. Serena's dress was going to be strapless and flares out at the waist. It was in a princess style so it had a long train, it had gloves that passed the elbows, the front had a row of beads underneath the chest and it had rose imprints as the pattern. It touched the floor looking very beautiful.
For Darien, his tux was in black and white, having a bow tie, a white vest and a white button up shirt. It was almost the same one he had at home. The bridesmaids was a simple but elegant. It was in a peach colour, had 2 spaghetti straps and it was a straight one covering the feet with a lacy shawl around the arms. The maid of honour was in a pink colour; it was straight ad had red roses printed everywhere. Then the groomsmen had black and white penguin suits to wear ad white gloves and the best man was a penguin suit but in a white tux. Agreeing with the plans that Amelia had done, all they had to do was plan a bachelor party, the invitations, the honeymoon, bookings and the cooks. "Well I hope you'll like it?" said Amelia.
"Like it, we love it. I think its going to be so beautiful," said Darien. Amelia smiled and Robert came over. "Well how did it go?" he asked.
"Well everything is planned, we need the invitations, we'll plan the bachelor party, organise the honeymoon. You want one?" asked Amelia.
"Yeah, we would like one, but don't know where though" said Serena. Then Robert thought of one about the city of Romance.
"How about Paris? I think it is very romantic to go there. Now is the best time to go anyway" said Robert.
"Yeah we'll think about that, but that could be and idea" said Darien. Darien looked at his watch and now it was 5.00, Serena had a race around 6. "Hey Sere, don't you have a race soon?" Darien asked. Serena looked at her watch and panic hit her face. "Oh shit! I never knew time went fast. Oh well, I'm sorry we have to go' she said and stood up. Amelia and Robert stood up and smiled. "That's alright, we understand. Well you better go and we need to close anyway" Robert said.
"Alright then, we'll see you later," said Darien
"Kay bye" said Amelia as they saw the retreating figures. Darien and Serena went down the escalators from the 6th level because the shop was in level 6. Both holding hands, they went down to level 1 and went in the lifts to ground level 1 underground parking. They walked to their cars and hopped in and drove off. They decided to plan the rest of wedding later, now Serena had a race to go she quickly sped the way to campus. Then she arrived at campus, getting out of her car, going to the admin block then to her room, she quickly got her things and went downstairs out of the building to the changing rooms. She changed into an orange top, white shirt and pants. She went to the conference room and sat down. Blowing a big breath she held, she thank god that she wasn't late of the race. Then the speakers spoke and Serena knew she had to go.
To Darien, as soon as he and Serena went in their cars, he saw she quickly sped away. He decided to speed the way as well and arrived at campus just to see Serena running into the admin block then to her room. Darien got out of his car and went to do the same thing as Serena did, then he went to watch the race.
Serena got her horse Serenity already and Yuen came to take them. Serena hopped on Serenity's back ad Yuen led and way. "So how does it feel like been the happiest man on earth Yuen?" said Serena. Yuen grinned.
"Well I knew something was missing in me, but I love Elane a lot it hurts," he said. Serena grinned.
"Whatever!" said Serena. Yuen led her to the track and handed her to one of the gatekeepers. Serena placed her goggles over her eyes and gripped her rein and whip tight. As all the horse were lined up the gates opened and the horses took off. Making her way in the track this time he overtook a few horses until Serena was in the middle. Still on her own 2 legs the 100m mark went passed and Serena increased speed until she was coming 4th, then 2nd. The 50m mark passed and all horses started to sprint. Serena increased more speed until she overtook all the horses and was 1m away. Then she reached the finish line. Everyone in the crowd cheered and Serena slowed Serenity to a trot. Yuen got the lead and led her to the stand for photos Smiling for 5 minutes straight, Serena's mouth was sore and thought how will she be able to smiled at the wedding. Serena got off Serenity and went to get weighed and refreshed.
½ hour later, Serena got out of the changing rooms, to be met by Darien by scaring her when he grabbed her by the waist and turned her around. "Darien you scared me!" said Serena. Darien chuckled. Serena playfully punched him on the shoulder and then kissed him by the lips. Leaving Darien a big goofy grin on his face. "Jerk" she said grinning. "Am I?"
"Yeah"
"Then you are my angel?" kissed her. "Ok, ok, ok, come on lets go, don't we have friends to see?" Serena said. Darien sighed playfully and let Serena show him the way to the cafeteria. All the gang, were at the cafeteria, all chatting away and arguing who was going to be best man, maid of honour and such. "Hey guys, what the big fuss about?" said Darien and sat down and placed Serena on his lap by pulling her to his side, leaving everyone hear a squeal. Everyone laughed. "Why, you're wedding of course!" said Mina.
"Yeah so Dare, who is going to be your best man?" Andrew asked. "Ah. uh. uh." leaving Darien speechless. "What about you Sere, who is going to be your maid of honour?' said Raye.
"Um. hehehe. uh." leading Serena speechless as well.
"Don't tell me you guys haven't decided yet have ya" said Lita. The couple nodded. "Oh man do you have anyone in your mind so far?" said Ken. The couple nodded. Then everyone came close to them. "Ok spill!!!!!!!!!!!!!" said Chad
"Uh. well, Artemis, Greg, Chad, Ken are my groomsmen for sure" said Darien
"Luna, Ami, Raye and Lita are my bridesmaids"
"Then that leaves."
"ANDREW AND MINA!" they said and looked at the couple. "Yes!" said Mina and everyone laughed. Then they ordered their meals and sat down again waiting got their meals. "I can't believe it, you guys were all engaged in one night!" said Luna. Serena nodded. "Yep and Becky and Elane are having their wedding together, so 2 wedding 1"
"How cool, who did they pick for their maid of honour?" said Raye. Serena took a sip of her Iced Tea and said, "Me"
"You!" Serena nodded. "And who did Jacob and Yuen pick for the best man?" said Chad
"Darien" she said
"Him!" Serena nodded. Then everyone started to laugh. "Don't worry, you guys will be bridesmaids and groomsmen, but their wedding will go 1st before mine" she said.
"Ok, when will it be held?"
"3 weeks from the cup" then everyone started choking.
"You're kidding!" Serena shook her head.
'Besides it will be on a holiday, but our one will be held 2 weeks after theirs, that what we think about, but I'm not sure" Serena continued. "Then we have to look for dresses and everything," said Mina.
"That you have nothing to worry about" a man's voice spoke. The others turned around the saw Yuen. "Hey Yuen!" said Serena.
"Hey" said Yuen and sat down. "What did you say before" said Ami
"I said you have nothing to worry about, we have done most of the planning with Amelia's partner, Sally. Amelia and Sally have helped Elane and Me, Jacob and Becky's all together. So all I need is your fittings for the dresses in this shop on Saturday after the cup, don't worry, all of us will be there to get fittings" said Yuen and handed everyone except Serena and Darien a card with the shop's address in a fancy design. "Michelle and Amara's bridal and groom secrets: All what a couple wants for the best. Shop 601, level 6, Hong Kong Shopping Centre' it said. "Oh my god, that place is famous, I've heard they can make your dresses too" said Luna.
"Yeah, Amelia is great friends with them including Sally as well" said Serena.
"And that's where we'll get our dresses and tux made too for our wedding" said Darien
"You're kidding" the 3 shook their head. Then their food arrived and enjoyed the night.
From that night till Friday afternoon at 2.30, everyone spent time together much as possible before they all leave for the honeymoon. Then Friday afternoon arrived. Yuen was right about 24 horses including the gang were all racing. Everyone wore the same thing that they wore the other day when racing together. Now they all got their horses and were led to the ring. The gang's families were all there including Jacob doing the photos today. As everyone was at the gathering ring, everyone in the grandstands started to crowd in since it was the big day. This was the usual time to start the race and now it was almost time. All horses were taking to the gatekeepers to be lined up. Everyone placed their goggles over their eye and held onto their rein and whip tight. Once all horses were lined up, everyone was complete silent in the crowd then the bell rang and gates opened. As everyone took off, Luna and Artemis were ahead of everyone; Serena and Darien were all behind them in the middle around the outside. Everyone was cheering telling them to go faster, as the commentators spoke in a fast pace without stopping.
As the 100m mark went passed, Serena and Darien overtook all the horses until coming 3rd, behind them were now Raye and Chad, Lita and Ken, Mina and Andrew ahead of them was Ami and Greg, Luna and Artemis. As the 50m mark went pass, all horses started to sprint, Serena and Darien increased a lot of speed overtaking all the horses, with Darien right beside her. Then they all reached the goal, Serena and Darien came first, followed be Luna and Artemis, Ami and Greg, Raye and Chad, Lita and Ken then Mina and Andrew coming last. Serena and Darien both got up and raised their whips in the air and blew a kiss to the crowd. Everyone in the crowd all cheered, jumping up for joy and hugging each other. The gang slowed their horses down to a trot and shook hands with everyone. Serena and Darien kissed each other then a young man wearing a white pants, white long sleeve shirt, a red coat which was buttoned up tot he collar, wearing a black helmet and boots that went to his knees came trotting down next to Serena and Darien. "Hi my name is Matthew," the man said. Serena and Darien smiled and Serena said, "Hi my name is Serenity Moon and this is my boyfriend Darien Chiba"
"Well, I'm just here to say congratulations on this year's cup and now you both need to take photos, with the CEO, me, Josh and Scott and the manager then you'll have to make a speech" he said. The couple nodded and Yuen and Michael came to lead the horses to the stand. Jacob was there to take the photos including Becky. Josh, Scott, the CEO, the manager, the trainers with was Yuen, Shane and his assistant and a few people that betted Serenity and Endymion were al up at the stand smiling. Then the CEO had his speech to tell. "Good afternoon everyone! I hope you all enjoyed today's race, as this years race was quite awesome. It is the first time this year we had a tie on first place. Those places were the new jockeys of this years program Serenity Chibi Moon and Darien Chiba" Serena and Darien came up holding hands. "As you can see, Serenity and Darien are getting married including Serenity's 2 sisters Elane and Becky. I hereby give Serenity and Darien good luck for the future marriage and I also give you a cheque of $100, 000!" he said and handed the huge cheque to Serena and Darien. Then Serena had to make a speech. "Uh. Well I would like to say thank you to my family and friends and especially to Darien to has supported to me through the whole way and taught me how to fight all the things that were coming me especially from Seiya, thank you. Uh. To Josh and Scott, to everyone that I really love the most including everyone in the crowd. Thank you again for all the support you had given me through these tough months." everyone cheered and clapped and now it was Darien. "Um. I would like to say thank you to Serena for her support that she had given me, she had lighten my life when I first met her I wouldn't know what I could do without her. Um. My friends and my family, Josh and Scott, they taught me a lot before I could race and I'll remember until I die and I hope my spirits will keep on going and thank you to all you guys out there too, I don't know what I could do either without you support. Thank you" then everyone clapped and whistled.
After another 15minutes of speeches from other people including Scott, Josh and the CEO, Serena and Darien left to get weighed and changed. ½ hour later, they came out, Serena was in a pair shorts that went above the knee and a baby blue T-shirt. Darien came out in a black T-shirt and a pair of navy jeans. They went to the cafeteria to be met by everyone say congratulations. Darien and Serena were surprised and stunned at the moment but then Serena ran to Elane and hugged her. "Thank you sis" Serena said. Elane smiled. They loosened the hug and Serena looked around the place. "Geesh, what happened to the decorations" Serena said jokingly. Everyone laughed and started to celebrate until the end of the night.
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Well that another chapter. geesh I think you hand is about to drop off. I have been typing this all day straight!!!!!!!!!! I better go and rest.. See ya.
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Neo Queen Serenity Chiba
05/05/2003 (but revised on 03 May 2004)
serenity4darien@hotmail.com
Written by: Neo Queen Serenity Chiba
Rating: PG - rating may go up.
Genre: Romance/Drama
Editors: Only me.
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Hey! I'm back again with ANOTHER CHAPTER!!!!!!!!! I hope you'll all enjoy this one. I have maybe another 2 more chapter to go so this is the longest fanfic I ever done so far!!!!!!!!!!!! Please R+R!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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As they all took off everyone was gaining up speed. Serena and Darien were in the middle while Ami and Greg was up in front all of the rest behind. Passing the 100m mark, Raye Chad, Luna, Artemis took over Ami and Greg and Darien and Serena increased speed a little. Then they passed the 50m mark. They all increased more speed on their horses. Serena and Darien increased a lot of speed; Serena was taking over Darien and was about 2 m away from him. Then she reached her goal with Darien, Mina, Lita, Ami, Andrew, Chad and Raye. Everyone in the crowd was now jumping for joy. Serena slowed her horse to a trot and Candy led the horse to the stand where the photos were taken. Then about 5 minutes of photos Serena had to be weighed then got changed into a white halter neck top and pink shorts that went to mid thigh. Serena met the others in the building where they all slept. "Hey guys!" Serena said and walked over to Darien and kissed him. Darien had his arms around Serena's waist and pulled her back landing on to his chest. "Hey baby" he said
"They didn't bombarded you with questions have they?" (Artemis)
"No Art, they haven't, not even Darien"
"That's good. I think we should get something to eat then get a good shut eye" (Luna)
"Yeah!" (Everyone) and together they went to the cafeteria. They all had a meal and then went to sleep.
The next day arrived and Serena and Darien were at the airport waiting for Yuen. Serena wore a black halter neck top and red jeans that hugged her legs and a pair of red high heels. She did her hair in a bun with a few strands of hair coming down. Darien wore a white T-shirt and blue jeans with grey skate shoes. They waited for Yuen's plane to land and about 15 minutes later the plane landed. It was then it took Yuen another ½ hour to go through and check in the customs and immigrations. As Yuen walked out of the customs and arrived in the arrival terminal he saw Serena and Darien holding hands together. 'So they are a couple now' thought Yuen and waved at them. Serena and Darien saw him and walked over to him. "Hey Yuen, how was it?" (Serena) and hugged him. "I'm great but the plane wasn't a pleasant trip" (Yuen)
"Yeah I thought so. You got all your luggage?" (Darien) and hugged him back too.
"Yeah" (Yuen)
"Well let's go" and helped Yuen with the luggage and went to Darien's car.
"So you guys are officially together no eh?" (Yuen) and grinned. The 2 blushed. "Yeah you could say that" Darien said. He unlocked the car, placed Yuen's luggage in the boot and hopped in the driver's seat. Serena was in the back seat while Yuen was in the passenger's seat. "Does your mum know you're here?' said Serena. Yuen nodded. "So you want me to drop you off at home then?" said Darien.
"Yeah ok" said Yuen. Then Darien took a left and went straight ahead.
"So how was it when I was away guys?"
"Well, you missed a lot. We raced last night and I won. Josh and Scott decided to put Endymion in Media Puzzle's stable. You don't mind don't you?" (Serena)
"No, told them to place him there anyway. Endymion is here and he will be at the stables this afternoon"
"Cool, so then I can take Endymion to the races?" (Darien)
"Yeah, but he needs a bit of training before Friday"
"Alright. By the way when Serenity heard his name, I think she like that name even she hasn't check the horse out yet!"(Serena) Yuen laughed. "Yeah that's what Endymion did too" then they all laughed. Darien entered the highway and went into the middle lane. "So you guys ain't nervous about the cup are ya?"
"Who us?! Not really" (Serena)
"I heard there is going to be 24 horses including you guys and the gang!"
"No way! 24 horses" (Darien)
"Yep!"
"That's going to be hard I think" (Serena)
"Trust me Sere, it ain't, it really depends of you know your strategies well. Remember what everyone taught you ok?" Serena nodded and sighed. "This is going to be a long week"
"Well for you it is but trust me, it goes fast eh Dare?"
"Haha, but you do have a point" then the boys laughed. "Oh whatever" (Serena). The men chuckled again. Darien took the left exit and followed the directions to Yuen's place. About 15 minutes later, they arrived at Yuen's place. Darien pressed the button up for the rooftop to go up, then turned off the car. They got Yuen's luggage out and went up the elevator to the 30th floor. Then they arrived at the floor and followed Yuen to his apartment that he lives with his parents. He got his key out and inserted it in the keyhole and turned it and went inside. "Hello, anyone here?" said Yuen and opened the door wider for Serena and Darien to come in. "Yuen? Is that you?' said his mum
"yeah mum!"
"Oh I miss you so much!"
"So have I mum!"
"Hey son"
"Dad!" they all hugged each other. Serena and Darien thought it was sweet. "Are you going to introduce them Yuen?" his mum said.
"Oh sorry, uh Darien and Serena this is my mum Jessica and my dad Louis. Mum, Dad this is Darien and his girlfriend Serena"
"Oh yes. I have heard a lot about you especially both of you guys? How wonderful and cute!" said Yuen's mum. The couple blushed. "Ah. Thank you Mrs. Ming" said Darien
"Well lets get going Dare and Sere. I think my horse should be at the campus any minute" said Yuen. Darien and Serena nodded and said good-bye to Yuen's mum and dad. Yuen went to his car and Serena and Darien in Darien's car. They both drove off together and arrived at campus ½ hour later. They saw Endymion arrived just in time. The 3 got out of the cars and walked over to Endymion. "Hey Endy" said Yuen. Endymion nodded his head. Serena walked a bit and touched Endymion's mane and head. Endymion felt comfortable of Serena's touch then he felt another one. The other one was Darien, touching his mane and head. The 3 felt Endymion calm, so Yuen lead Endymion to the stables to where media Puzzle used to be in. Serena and Darien left Yuen alone with Endymion and decided to find the gang.
Finding the gang was a bit hard, so the 2 decided to give up and sign out to go out for the whole day and night. They went to the shopping mall and went through many clothes shops, then through a jewellery store. Darien was looking at the rings with Serena. "Darien what are you doing?" Serena asked. Darien smiled and squeezed her hand. "You'll find out tonight". Back to looking at the rings again. Darien spotted a ring, which was sliver with 3 little diamonds in a row. "Can I have a look at that please?" he asked. The lady took the tray out that contained the ring and gave it to Darien. Darien took a good look at it then slipped it on Serena's finger. Serena saw it and liked the ring and was wondering if he was going to propose to her. Taking the ring off of Serena's finger he handed it back to the lady and said "I'll have that one thank you" and the ring came back in a velvet red box and the cost was $699. Darien handed his credit card and paid for it and left with Serena. "So where you want to go next?" Darien said.
"Well how about the food court. I'm a bit hungry," said Serena, Darien laughed and both left to the food court.
Around 5.00 the couple left the mall and Darien dropped off Serena. "Sere, I made a booking tonight at the Moonlight Café around 7.30 ok. I'll pick you up tonight ok" Darien said. Serena nodded and kissed him and got out of the car and went into the building. Serena went upstairs to the lift and went inside the house and then into her room. Digging out a nice dress in her wardrobe, she found a white sundress with red roses printed everywhere. She took that out and got her candles and matches out and went inside the bathroom. Turned the hot and cold water taps on and poured in some glittering 'Moon Dust' bubble mixtures and lit some candles. Then she got into the warm bubble bath and stayed there until an hour. As she was dressed, she did her hair up in the usual style and went to watch TV until 7.00.
As 7.00 arrived she got her wallet, mobile phone, and keys and placed them in her white purse, wrote a note to Elane and the family and dab a bit of lip-gloss on her lips and then dabbed faintly of red eye shadow. Then 7.30 arrived and Darien came. "Hey Dare, how are you?" she said. "Hey beautiful. I miss you already" Serena giggles and kissed him. "Well milady, should we leave?" Serena nodded. Darien wore a white button up shirt and blue jeans and skate shoes. Serena got her purse and left.
5 minutes later, they arrived at the restaurant and went to their reserved table. They ordered their drinks and meals and had a terrific time, and then Darien left to pay and went back to Serena and extended his hand. Serena reached it and they both decided to go to the park where the roses were. They sat on a bench where you could see the lake glittering from the full moon. Then Darien got up and kneeled down on one knee in front of Serena. "Serena since the first day I met you, I knew destiny lead us together in this path. After the incident with Seiya I knew it was my chance to get you. And look what happened now? We're together now! Serena to make myself complete will you do the honour of becoming my wife?" said Darien and took out the box and opened it and took the ring and slipped it on Serena's finger. To Serena she didn't know what to do, either hugged him or jump for joy. Instead she smiled and replied, "Yes, of course I'll become your wife!" Darien laughed and picked her up and swung her around. Serena laughed and then Darien stopped and placed her on her own 2 feet. Then they both kissed passionately and hugged each other. Serena sighed and placed her head on Darien's chest. "I love you Darien"
"I love you too Sere" they stayed like that for an hour and both decided to go home. Darien arrived to Serena's place and both got out of the car and went into the building into the lifts then to Serena apartment. Serena unlocked the door and opened the door. She went in and Darien followed her. Serena and Darien saw Becky and Jacob, Elane and Yuen together in the living room with Serena's mum, Irene. "Hey mum, Elane, Yuen, Bec and Jacob," said Serena. The other smiled. 'They look like they're grinning' thought Serena and Darien.
"Hey Sere, Dare" said Yuen. Then Elane and Becky stood up. "Sere we have something to say" Elane said. Serena nodded her head. "Elane and I are getting married" said Becky. Darien and Serena knew Elane was getting married but Becky and Jacob. Serena ran to her sisters while Darien walked to the men and shook hands. "Congratulations guys and the 2 men. Well we know that Yuen was going to ask Elane" Serena said.
"Oh why didn't you tell me!" said Elane.
"Sorry a secret is a secret" said Darien. Then Becky caught a glimpse of the ring on Serena's finger. "Sere, why are you wearing a ring on your important finger?" said Becky.
"Opps...... I forgot, Darien and I are getting married too" Serena replied. The 5 were stunned then rushed to the newly couple. "OH MY GOD!!!! We're all engaged on the same night and my baby sis is getting marry," said Becky. The men shook hands and the girl kept on hugging each other. "Hey mum, can I stay at Darien's tonight? We're not going to do anything" said Serena and gave her the puppy eyes. Irene sighed and smiled. "Alright dear but promise me not to dance under the blanket until your wedding night!!!!!"
"Yes, thank you and I won't, you know I won't do that stuff yet but you know yourself how it is mum" said Serena. Darien followed Serena to her room and picked up a few clothes and accessories and said bye to the family and friends. Darien and Serena went to his car and hopped in and drove off. The couple arrived at Darien apartment. They got out of the car and went upstairs to the 20th floor where his apartment was. They arrived at the floor and then to the door of the apartment and went inside. The apartment was almost a sky home with glass windows ad beautiful patios. Darien led her to his room upstairs. His room was even more beautiful; the window had glass from the ceiling down to the floor. On the corner was a full-length mirror, his wardrobe, computer and CD player, VCR, and a TV and his double bed. It was a pretty big room Serena thought. Darien sat on the side of the bed and led her to sit with him. "So is this where I'll be living eh? Or do we live in another place?" said Serena.
"I'm not sure, but I think finding another apartment is a lot better"
"Is that so"
"Yeah" they kissed and broke away. "Well, I might as well change into my pjs. Where's the bathroom?"
"There's one connected to my room itself on the left"
"Alright, I won't be too long" went in and closed the door. Darien got changed into his pjs but now shirt then Serena came out in a pale pink nightgown that went mid thigh showing her creamy long thin legs. "You didn't mind about tonight do ya?" asked Serena.
"Nah, don't worry about it. I'm sure the others wanted privacy themselves," he said went hopped into bed. "Come on Sere" Serena climbed in and snuggled next to him. Darien kissed the top of her head and said "I love you and goodnight" then Serena said, "Love you too. Sweet dreams" and fell asleep.
Morning arrived and Darien felt his arms holding nothing. He popped one eye opened and saw Serena just got out of the bathroom. "Hey Sleepyhead, nice dream?" Serena said and grinned. "Don't know depends on what you think" he said and got out of the bed and walked over to her with a big grin on his face. He kissed her on the lips and then down to the neck. "Darien, you know we have to tell the gang or they'll say why on earth a ring is on my important finger!" she said. Darien laughed and then kissed her one more time, then went to his wardrobe. "Alright then, I suppose because it's gonna come out no sooner or later" he said. He grabbed his clothes and went to the bathroom. Serena got her hair brushed and brushed all the knots off and changed into a halter neck which was lose that went up to mid thigh in a colour of pink and a pair of jeans. It looked like she was 2 - 3 months pregnant! She laughed at the thought of that, then Darien came out in a navy v-neck shirt and a bone colour pants. "Sexy" Serena said. Darien hugged her with her back facing against him in front of the full-length mirror. "Whatever you say Sere" he said and kissed her on the shoulder, then let go of her. "You ready?" he asked. Serena sprayed perfume and then went with Darien downstairs. "Now I am" she said. Together they went out of the room and went downstairs to be met by Candice and William.
"Good Morning Darien. Oh Sere. I didn't see you dear. When did you come?" Candice asked. Serena smiled. "Good Morning Candice, that's alright and I came last night and stayed the night. I hope you didn't mind" she said. Candice smiled. "No not at all, you're welcome to here whenever you like"
"Uh, Dad, Mum" Darien said while helping Serena to sit down then he sat down. "Sere and I have some news to tell you" he looked at Serena, she gave him a nod and smiled. "Sere and I are getting married" his parents stopped and were stunned. "When did this happen?" William said.
"Uh. last night" Serena said. Darien's parents smiled. "Oh thank god they're together. I'm so happy," said Candice, now having tears. "Oh um, please don't get emotional" Darien said. Then Candice ran to Serena and hugged her crying happy. Darien looked at his father who was beaming proudly. "I'm going to have a daughter in law" William said and hugged Darien. After 5 minutes of crying they all let go of each other and continued to eat breakfast. After breakfast, Darien' parents went to work at their company while Darien and Serena went back to Serena's place.
They arrive at the apartment and went inside the building and in the lifts. Then Serena opened the door to the apartment and went inside. Darien sat one ht sofa and waited for Serena to come out. Then Serena came out, with her keys and mobile phone and wallet. Placed her wallet in her back pocket and jeans and her keys and mobile phone in her hands. "Ok, let's go." Darien nodded and both went out. They both went separate ways to their car and drove off together. They arrived at the campus ½ later and got out of their cars and went inside the admin and signed in then went to find their friends. Serena will tell the girl and Darien will tell the boys. As Serena told the girls they were stunned and then started to hug each other, she also told Candy and she started jumping for joy and rushed to tell everyone. As for Darien he told the boys about the engagement and they all started to congratulate him and he told Michael and he started to hug him and congratulate him.
Now only 2 people left that needed to know were Scott and Josh. Serena and Darien went to Scott's office and knocked on the door. "Come in" they went in to find Scott and Josh in the office. "Hey guys" said Josh. Darien and Serena smiled and greeted them. Josh and Scott found Darien and Serena's hand linked together and grinned.
"Is there something we both missed out?" said Scott. The couple blushed. Then Serena spoke up. "Well there are 2, Scott. First one is that we're a couple"
"Yes we can see that Sere," said Josh. Serena blushed again. "Continue on" Scott asked. The 2 looked at each other and took a deep breath. 'We're engaged too" Serena said. Then Josh and Scott were speechless, they didn't know that Darien would ask her so quickly especially they have been going out at least from Valentine's Day. Then the men broke into a smile and congratulated them. "Congratulations guys. When is the set date?" said Josh.
"Uh. That we're still figuring out" Darien said.
"Well, we shouldn't keep you too long. You guys have a wedding to plan. But Serena you have a race tonight ok" Scott told her. Serena nodded. "Well we'll see you guys later then"
"Bye" the couple left and went to plan the wedding at Amelia and Robert's shop. They drove off to the shopping mall in their cars and went inside the mall to Moonlite Secrets. "Hey Robert" said Darien. Robert turned around and saw who it was. "Hey I haven't seen you two a long long time"
"Yeah I know, but also we have something big to tell, where's Amelia?'
"Here I am, what's this surprise you were going to tell us Sere?"
"I'm getting marry!"
"Oh god. Congratulations you 2"
"Why thanks"
"Your welcome"
"Anyway, we were wondering if you guys can plan the wedding for us?"
"Sure why not, Amelia will plan the most beautiful wedding ever that you will never forget!"
"Why thanks Robert and Amelia"
"That's all right Darien, anyway I knew you guys will get together somehow and I have almost finished planning one the most beautiful weddings so far"
"Cool, can we have a look?" Amelia nodded and gestured them to sit where a desk was at a corner. As they followed Amelia to the desk, Amelia took out some papers and gave the papers to Serena and Darien to look at. She also planned the groom, groomsmen, best man, bride, bridesmaids and maid of honour dresses. The ceremony was going to be in the White Moon Church, photos were to be taken at the park where Serena and Darien always spend time at and reception was held at the Aurora. Table settings were going to be slivery white, china settings, and centrepiece were a bunch of red roses. The food was going to be Chinese and the plans for the tables will be done later. In the church and reception, the whole place was to be framed with pink, white and red roses. Feeling satisfied with the plans of their wedding, Amelia showed them the dresses and tux and explained what it need for the clothes. Serena's dress was going to be strapless and flares out at the waist. It was in a princess style so it had a long train, it had gloves that passed the elbows, the front had a row of beads underneath the chest and it had rose imprints as the pattern. It touched the floor looking very beautiful.
For Darien, his tux was in black and white, having a bow tie, a white vest and a white button up shirt. It was almost the same one he had at home. The bridesmaids was a simple but elegant. It was in a peach colour, had 2 spaghetti straps and it was a straight one covering the feet with a lacy shawl around the arms. The maid of honour was in a pink colour; it was straight ad had red roses printed everywhere. Then the groomsmen had black and white penguin suits to wear ad white gloves and the best man was a penguin suit but in a white tux. Agreeing with the plans that Amelia had done, all they had to do was plan a bachelor party, the invitations, the honeymoon, bookings and the cooks. "Well I hope you'll like it?" said Amelia.
"Like it, we love it. I think its going to be so beautiful," said Darien. Amelia smiled and Robert came over. "Well how did it go?" he asked.
"Well everything is planned, we need the invitations, we'll plan the bachelor party, organise the honeymoon. You want one?" asked Amelia.
"Yeah, we would like one, but don't know where though" said Serena. Then Robert thought of one about the city of Romance.
"How about Paris? I think it is very romantic to go there. Now is the best time to go anyway" said Robert.
"Yeah we'll think about that, but that could be and idea" said Darien. Darien looked at his watch and now it was 5.00, Serena had a race around 6. "Hey Sere, don't you have a race soon?" Darien asked. Serena looked at her watch and panic hit her face. "Oh shit! I never knew time went fast. Oh well, I'm sorry we have to go' she said and stood up. Amelia and Robert stood up and smiled. "That's alright, we understand. Well you better go and we need to close anyway" Robert said.
"Alright then, we'll see you later," said Darien
"Kay bye" said Amelia as they saw the retreating figures. Darien and Serena went down the escalators from the 6th level because the shop was in level 6. Both holding hands, they went down to level 1 and went in the lifts to ground level 1 underground parking. They walked to their cars and hopped in and drove off. They decided to plan the rest of wedding later, now Serena had a race to go she quickly sped the way to campus. Then she arrived at campus, getting out of her car, going to the admin block then to her room, she quickly got her things and went downstairs out of the building to the changing rooms. She changed into an orange top, white shirt and pants. She went to the conference room and sat down. Blowing a big breath she held, she thank god that she wasn't late of the race. Then the speakers spoke and Serena knew she had to go.
To Darien, as soon as he and Serena went in their cars, he saw she quickly sped away. He decided to speed the way as well and arrived at campus just to see Serena running into the admin block then to her room. Darien got out of his car and went to do the same thing as Serena did, then he went to watch the race.
Serena got her horse Serenity already and Yuen came to take them. Serena hopped on Serenity's back ad Yuen led and way. "So how does it feel like been the happiest man on earth Yuen?" said Serena. Yuen grinned.
"Well I knew something was missing in me, but I love Elane a lot it hurts," he said. Serena grinned.
"Whatever!" said Serena. Yuen led her to the track and handed her to one of the gatekeepers. Serena placed her goggles over her eyes and gripped her rein and whip tight. As all the horse were lined up the gates opened and the horses took off. Making her way in the track this time he overtook a few horses until Serena was in the middle. Still on her own 2 legs the 100m mark went passed and Serena increased speed until she was coming 4th, then 2nd. The 50m mark passed and all horses started to sprint. Serena increased more speed until she overtook all the horses and was 1m away. Then she reached the finish line. Everyone in the crowd cheered and Serena slowed Serenity to a trot. Yuen got the lead and led her to the stand for photos Smiling for 5 minutes straight, Serena's mouth was sore and thought how will she be able to smiled at the wedding. Serena got off Serenity and went to get weighed and refreshed.
½ hour later, Serena got out of the changing rooms, to be met by Darien by scaring her when he grabbed her by the waist and turned her around. "Darien you scared me!" said Serena. Darien chuckled. Serena playfully punched him on the shoulder and then kissed him by the lips. Leaving Darien a big goofy grin on his face. "Jerk" she said grinning. "Am I?"
"Yeah"
"Then you are my angel?" kissed her. "Ok, ok, ok, come on lets go, don't we have friends to see?" Serena said. Darien sighed playfully and let Serena show him the way to the cafeteria. All the gang, were at the cafeteria, all chatting away and arguing who was going to be best man, maid of honour and such. "Hey guys, what the big fuss about?" said Darien and sat down and placed Serena on his lap by pulling her to his side, leaving everyone hear a squeal. Everyone laughed. "Why, you're wedding of course!" said Mina.
"Yeah so Dare, who is going to be your best man?" Andrew asked. "Ah. uh. uh." leaving Darien speechless. "What about you Sere, who is going to be your maid of honour?' said Raye.
"Um. hehehe. uh." leading Serena speechless as well.
"Don't tell me you guys haven't decided yet have ya" said Lita. The couple nodded. "Oh man do you have anyone in your mind so far?" said Ken. The couple nodded. Then everyone came close to them. "Ok spill!!!!!!!!!!!!!" said Chad
"Uh. well, Artemis, Greg, Chad, Ken are my groomsmen for sure" said Darien
"Luna, Ami, Raye and Lita are my bridesmaids"
"Then that leaves."
"ANDREW AND MINA!" they said and looked at the couple. "Yes!" said Mina and everyone laughed. Then they ordered their meals and sat down again waiting got their meals. "I can't believe it, you guys were all engaged in one night!" said Luna. Serena nodded. "Yep and Becky and Elane are having their wedding together, so 2 wedding 1"
"How cool, who did they pick for their maid of honour?" said Raye. Serena took a sip of her Iced Tea and said, "Me"
"You!" Serena nodded. "And who did Jacob and Yuen pick for the best man?" said Chad
"Darien" she said
"Him!" Serena nodded. Then everyone started to laugh. "Don't worry, you guys will be bridesmaids and groomsmen, but their wedding will go 1st before mine" she said.
"Ok, when will it be held?"
"3 weeks from the cup" then everyone started choking.
"You're kidding!" Serena shook her head.
'Besides it will be on a holiday, but our one will be held 2 weeks after theirs, that what we think about, but I'm not sure" Serena continued. "Then we have to look for dresses and everything," said Mina.
"That you have nothing to worry about" a man's voice spoke. The others turned around the saw Yuen. "Hey Yuen!" said Serena.
"Hey" said Yuen and sat down. "What did you say before" said Ami
"I said you have nothing to worry about, we have done most of the planning with Amelia's partner, Sally. Amelia and Sally have helped Elane and Me, Jacob and Becky's all together. So all I need is your fittings for the dresses in this shop on Saturday after the cup, don't worry, all of us will be there to get fittings" said Yuen and handed everyone except Serena and Darien a card with the shop's address in a fancy design. "Michelle and Amara's bridal and groom secrets: All what a couple wants for the best. Shop 601, level 6, Hong Kong Shopping Centre' it said. "Oh my god, that place is famous, I've heard they can make your dresses too" said Luna.
"Yeah, Amelia is great friends with them including Sally as well" said Serena.
"And that's where we'll get our dresses and tux made too for our wedding" said Darien
"You're kidding" the 3 shook their head. Then their food arrived and enjoyed the night.
From that night till Friday afternoon at 2.30, everyone spent time together much as possible before they all leave for the honeymoon. Then Friday afternoon arrived. Yuen was right about 24 horses including the gang were all racing. Everyone wore the same thing that they wore the other day when racing together. Now they all got their horses and were led to the ring. The gang's families were all there including Jacob doing the photos today. As everyone was at the gathering ring, everyone in the grandstands started to crowd in since it was the big day. This was the usual time to start the race and now it was almost time. All horses were taking to the gatekeepers to be lined up. Everyone placed their goggles over their eye and held onto their rein and whip tight. Once all horses were lined up, everyone was complete silent in the crowd then the bell rang and gates opened. As everyone took off, Luna and Artemis were ahead of everyone; Serena and Darien were all behind them in the middle around the outside. Everyone was cheering telling them to go faster, as the commentators spoke in a fast pace without stopping.
As the 100m mark went passed, Serena and Darien overtook all the horses until coming 3rd, behind them were now Raye and Chad, Lita and Ken, Mina and Andrew ahead of them was Ami and Greg, Luna and Artemis. As the 50m mark went pass, all horses started to sprint, Serena and Darien increased a lot of speed overtaking all the horses, with Darien right beside her. Then they all reached the goal, Serena and Darien came first, followed be Luna and Artemis, Ami and Greg, Raye and Chad, Lita and Ken then Mina and Andrew coming last. Serena and Darien both got up and raised their whips in the air and blew a kiss to the crowd. Everyone in the crowd all cheered, jumping up for joy and hugging each other. The gang slowed their horses down to a trot and shook hands with everyone. Serena and Darien kissed each other then a young man wearing a white pants, white long sleeve shirt, a red coat which was buttoned up tot he collar, wearing a black helmet and boots that went to his knees came trotting down next to Serena and Darien. "Hi my name is Matthew," the man said. Serena and Darien smiled and Serena said, "Hi my name is Serenity Moon and this is my boyfriend Darien Chiba"
"Well, I'm just here to say congratulations on this year's cup and now you both need to take photos, with the CEO, me, Josh and Scott and the manager then you'll have to make a speech" he said. The couple nodded and Yuen and Michael came to lead the horses to the stand. Jacob was there to take the photos including Becky. Josh, Scott, the CEO, the manager, the trainers with was Yuen, Shane and his assistant and a few people that betted Serenity and Endymion were al up at the stand smiling. Then the CEO had his speech to tell. "Good afternoon everyone! I hope you all enjoyed today's race, as this years race was quite awesome. It is the first time this year we had a tie on first place. Those places were the new jockeys of this years program Serenity Chibi Moon and Darien Chiba" Serena and Darien came up holding hands. "As you can see, Serenity and Darien are getting married including Serenity's 2 sisters Elane and Becky. I hereby give Serenity and Darien good luck for the future marriage and I also give you a cheque of $100, 000!" he said and handed the huge cheque to Serena and Darien. Then Serena had to make a speech. "Uh. Well I would like to say thank you to my family and friends and especially to Darien to has supported to me through the whole way and taught me how to fight all the things that were coming me especially from Seiya, thank you. Uh. To Josh and Scott, to everyone that I really love the most including everyone in the crowd. Thank you again for all the support you had given me through these tough months." everyone cheered and clapped and now it was Darien. "Um. I would like to say thank you to Serena for her support that she had given me, she had lighten my life when I first met her I wouldn't know what I could do without her. Um. My friends and my family, Josh and Scott, they taught me a lot before I could race and I'll remember until I die and I hope my spirits will keep on going and thank you to all you guys out there too, I don't know what I could do either without you support. Thank you" then everyone clapped and whistled.
After another 15minutes of speeches from other people including Scott, Josh and the CEO, Serena and Darien left to get weighed and changed. ½ hour later, they came out, Serena was in a pair shorts that went above the knee and a baby blue T-shirt. Darien came out in a black T-shirt and a pair of navy jeans. They went to the cafeteria to be met by everyone say congratulations. Darien and Serena were surprised and stunned at the moment but then Serena ran to Elane and hugged her. "Thank you sis" Serena said. Elane smiled. They loosened the hug and Serena looked around the place. "Geesh, what happened to the decorations" Serena said jokingly. Everyone laughed and started to celebrate until the end of the night.
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Well that another chapter. geesh I think you hand is about to drop off. I have been typing this all day straight!!!!!!!!!! I better go and rest.. See ya.
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Neo Queen Serenity Chiba
05/05/2003 (but revised on 03 May 2004)
serenity4darien@hotmail.com
