Serena and Endymion stared in wonder at the newborn babe cradled in Serena's arms. Joy and love was written on both of their faces as their son wriggled and squirmed.
"He's perfect." Serena whispered, kissing the tiny head. Endymion nodded, words escaping him for the moment. When he finally spoke again it was to ask a question they had never discussed, with all that had happened.
"What shall we name him?" Serena thought for a moment. This child was a Prince of two worlds - he deserved a name with honour and meaning. "Your Grandfather - he was a great king, was he not?" She asked softly. "Aye, he was." Endymion replied. "He was a wonderful man - I am sorry you never got the chance to meet him." "As am I." Serena said. "But perhaps his name is the right one for our son. A name with history and dignity." Endymion smiled. "That is a wonderful idea! I know my Grandfather would approve too!" "Then that shall be his name." Serena proclaimed happily. "Darien."
Endymion reached out, taking the babe from his mother to hold him in his own arms. In silence he held him, a smile of utter contentment on his face. He could not imagine a more perfect moment.
King Sol, Queen Gaia and Queen Serenity watched as the new family took their first steps into a new life. Sol's arm was around Gaia's shoulders, as she leaned into his embrace. Serenity stood to the side, her eyes riveted on the newborn child. It took a great deal of effort to tear her gaze away and focus her attention on the Earth King and Queen.
"I have a suggestion." She said. The Earth monarchs turned to her and Serenity continued to speak. "Some years ago you turned down my offer of joining the Silver Alliance for reasons that I fully understand. But things have changed much since then. So I ask you again to join me - not as a member planet, but as joint rulers, equals by my side. Our planets are already joined by our children - their own child is of both Earth and Moon - why not make it official?
Sol looked at Gaia, who nodded immediately. No more lengthy discussions were needed. "We accept your offer." Sol said with a smile. "Let our worlds be joined." He held out his hand and Serenity took it, clasping it firmly as the decision was sealed. They were united.
The happy new parents had not been unaware of the events taking place behind them. "I can't believe this is really happening." Serena said. "Everything has finally come right. We are together, we have our son and our worlds are finally joined."
Endymion leaned forward, kissing his wife sweetly. "I know in my heart now, there will be no more troubles, no more tears. It's going to be a wonderful life."
As it turned out, truer words were never spoken.
THE END!!!!!!!!!!
IT IS DONE!!!
WOW, I can't believe it! I've been at this for over two years! I just want to say thank you SO much to all my readers. The popularity of this fic never ceases to amaze me and the amount of reviews is just incredible! Hugs for everyone!
As to what next - well, I'm taking a break for a while, to write some Lord of the Rings fics, but I do have another Sailor Moon fic planned. (Be forewarned though - this one is dark!) But please, if you have any respect for my sanity - don't ask for a sequel! LOL Writing this thing almost killed me - It turned out much longer than I had planned!
Once again, thank you all and farewell for now!
Tuxedo Elf