Ok, before this even starts, I would like to say sorry if this chapter is short…or doesn't quiet fit. I lost the beginning of the chapter, the paper it was on, and even the chapter name isn't right. Hopefully I can get this chapter in and once I do…the rest will come easily.
Last Time: The sovereign of Death had awakened in Serena, and said that her name was Anastasia. The scouts were in a tight bind. After using too much energy, Anastasia passed out. The scouts found her laying on a bed unconscious. Inside, Serena and Outer Moon merged within Anastasia and the sovereign lost the fight. A new Sailor stood in her place.
Tuxedo Mask spoke first.
"Who are you?"
Chapter 17- A Faulty Moment of Peace.
The new sailor stood with confidence that was un-matched by any of the sailors. She had long silver-blonde hair that was up in twin buns with streamers falling out of them. An double crescent moon glowed on her forehead, one of the crescents was a golden hue…the other was silver. Her eyes were bluish…but more silver. She wore a sailor outfit that had a silver cape with a golden stripe. The bow on the front was gold, and the bow on the back was silver and looked like Sailor Moon's super form. The skirt was in three layers; white, silver, and gold. The boots looked like Eternal Sailor Moon's boots, but were silver and bore the double crescent moon. She held in her hands a bow and arrow. When she spoke a sweet melodic sound came out, but it sounded like it was two people, but at the same time it didn't.
"I am the sailor of life and death. I am the legendary sailor, who in the past won respect from all…guided by the Moon and by Outer Moon, I am Sailor Galaxy Moon."
The scouts all looked at her. Then cautiously, Uranus walked forward while the others waited.
"Are you…Princess? Serena?"
Sailor Galaxy Moon nodded and Uranus went forward and hugged her tightly. The other scouts and the knights (#1) ran forward and each of them hugged her. When Tuxedo Mask came up, Sailor Galaxy Moon hugged him and they kissed. Finally, She looked at each of the scouts.
"We are still not out of danger yet. Come, let us leave and rest. I am sure that you have many questions for me."
They agreed and teleported to the temple. Raye found room for everyone and most of them fell right asleep. Serena though stayed awake and walked out side. Now that she was alone, she could drop the facade of happiness and joy. Her eyes teared up as she remembered what had happened.
***Flashback***
Serena let herself fall into her Princess form. She noted that Ana did the same. Ana suddenly seemed quiet.
"Serena, when we combine…I will no longer exist. That was my destiny. I have been re-born every millennium for this purpose. My destiny is wrapped around you. Normally, I wouldn't have cared about doing this…but this rebirth was different. I learned about the brighter feelings. I learned about everyone…even love. But, I know my duty. Thank you for everything."
At that moment the two combined and Serena found herself alone. A single tear found it's way down her cheek.
***End of Flashback***
Serena sighed and looked up at the moon.
"I promise, by the light of my home….I will give you your own destiny."
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***Next Day***
The scouts woke up and ate breakfast. The talk was cheerful and the food was filling. Eventually, the time came when they started to talk about the recent events…and it lead to Serena being quizzed.
"Serena, What happened? I mean the Sovereign had control over you. Plus, where is Outer Moon?" Amy asked these and Serena had to force her composer to stay up.
"Well, after the sovereign took over, I was lost in a void of self pity.….so to speak. I floated there, not caring. When the darkness started to surround me I freaked. That is when I saw a single light. It was the silver crystal. I reached out and grabbed it. Then I was attacked repeatedly for the light. The darkness wanted it yet I refused. I blocked it and screamed out, "NO! I won't let you hurt anyone, NO! I won't!" I was panicked."
The scouts looked at each other. Then Lita sighed.
"We heard you yell out. But there was nothing we could do."
Serena shook her head and smiled.
"You did help. I heard your voices and it gave me strength. I also heard a voice behind me and turned. Outer Moon's soul was there. She told me to merge with her but I was scared. Finally, she convinced me to listen to her and we did. The rest you know."
They let it sink in. Amy inputted all the story into her computer. Her eyebrows squeezed together. Serena noticed this and became worried.
"Amy, what's wrong?"
The blue haired girl frowned.
"If the sovereigns is gone…the why is the eclipse still happening? It should have stopped."
Serena sighed. "I….honestly don't know."
After a bit of silence, Trista cleared her throat and everyone looked at her.
"All right, we should put what we know all together and see if that may clear up any mysteries."
Amy sat for a moment then looked up. "From what I have gathered is that there are eight shadow warriors. Of the eight, Ilanna, Corlite, Polaris, Edge are destroyed. That leaves one unknown and Hades or Francis. Diamond is also in the picture although I don't think of him as being a threat anymore. The eclipse is still going and there is no reason why."
Serena sighed, "First, the seventh shadow warrior is Nightshade. Second, Raye, I need the Death Scythe. I know that you guys don't trust me with it…but I remember some symbols etched on the staff. Maybe it could reveal something."
Raye hesitated. Serena locked eyes with the fiery warrior and Raye sighed. She slowly handed the weapon over and instantly at Serena's touch, silver symbols came to life on the staff.
-- Yjgp nkijt oggv fctmpguu,
C pgy rqygt tgxgcngf,
C ycttkqt tgdqtp,
C rqygt eqpegcngf.
C rtkpeguu nquv,
C uqnfkgt ickpgf,
Vjg fgoqp qh vjg rcuv
qpeg cickp cycmgps…….--
((There is more to this but it is really hard to type it up so, when I revise it I will add more. This is the Lunarian language that I made up. Laugh if you want but it is something that I worked hard on.))
"What? How are we supposed to read this? It's cryptic." Amara sighed.
Serena smiled secretly. "Amara, I can read it. It is a dead language that only royals of the Moon and Outer Moon learn. It is Lunarian."
Raye snickered. "Lunarian? So, meatball head, you have an language that you understand??"
Serena glared at her. Luna jumped between them and they looked at her.
"Stop it."
The two girls looked away. The others secretly laughed. Luna turned to Serena.
"Serena, what does it say? Can you read it?"
Serena sighed and nodded. "I can. It reads:
When light meets darkness,
A new power revealed,
A warrior reborn,
A power concealed.
A princess lost,
A soldier gained,
The demon of the past
Once again awakens.
A soul in peril,
A heart is hurt,
A destiny evolves,
Dark secrets revealed.
When the child of death,
Summons the powers of silence,
Saturn will rise again,
To stop the scythe of the underworld.
The darkened moon,
Awakes the child,
Who's abilities call,
The scythe of the underworld.
When two becomes one,
All shall be returned,
When the light of the silver soul……
I'm sorry…that's all that I can read. The rest is hard to see."
The group looked at the staff. Mina leaned forward and pointed at some silver symbols.
"What are those?"
Serena frowned, "I don't know. Maybe I'll remember. I'm tired and I can't think straight. I'm going to lay down."
Serena stood and the symbols stopped glowing. The scouts watched her leave the room and then continued to talk about the recent events. Serena had fallen asleep.
***Dream***
Serena stood in a palace. It was very beautiful and looked like it could have only been made by magic. Her eyes scanned the room and she saw a painting. Walking over, Serena gasped. The woman was beautiful…and looked exactly like her, only the coloring was different. One word came to her mind.
"Selene."
**End of Dream sequence**
Serena sat straight up. Her breathing slowed and she unclenched her hands. Suddenly, Serena scrambled to her feet and ran into the room where the scouts were. She burst in and the group jumped at the sudden unexpected noise.
"I remember! Those symbols. It is an ancient language that only the Queen or Princess of the Moon learns. It is from the Selene era. It reads: ncfa qh vje oqqqp (only two q's), twngt qh cnn….Or Lady of the Moon, Ruler of all."
Michelle frowned, "How did you…never mind, what does that mean?"
Serena grinned, "Lady of the Moon, Ruler of all is a riddle. It is translated to Queen of the Moon or Goddess of the Moon, Selene. Selene is the head goddess who ruled over all and by normal people was called lady of the Moon."
"So, what does it mean? I mean why does it mention her?" asked Zachary (aka, Zoicite)
Serena sat down with a serious look on her face.
"Because she made that prophesy. It, I think, is the clue to ending this evil…but…"
Hotaru smiled grimly, "But we need the ending and it is hard to translate?"
Serena nodded, "It would help if the Goddess Selene was here, but she's gone….fcop (#2)…right now, all we can do is fight off the monsters and hope for the best."
Gezzz…I didn't expect this much. Here are some explanations:
#1- I have changed the generals: Nephlite, Malichite, Zoisite, Jedite, to Knights.
#2- Damn
Well, I know that I have now thoroughly confused everyone. Next chapter should be out soon. Hopefully. Anyways, please if you have questions, send them to anastasiacrystal@yahoo.com . Well, see you later and please review???