AN: Heyyy you guys! Well, this is the next chapter, sorry for such a delay! I'm in college full time plus my bf came home from the Marines, so you know how it is. A little info on the following chapter, that this is indeed a lemon. So anyone too young to be reading this should really stop reading or wait for the next chapter. Honestly, I don't mind who reads it, but I wont be the one to blame when you get busted by your older siblings, or younger, hell even your mom! Well, enjoy this chapter! The next one will come sooner than last time! I promise! Muahz!

Paradise

The deep murky waters gently waved at Serena as the moon slid across its dark surface. The salt sea air flowed through her long golden locks tossing them from her slender neck and making them glide gently behind her. Her pale fingers gripped the curved red rails holding tight to the 6-year-old paint as she watched the sky and horizon move away. It was extremely late at night, and aside from the night watchmen Serena was the only one on deck. She had long ago gave up trying to sleep. Her sheets attacking her, the moment she drifted off. Her peachy skin had become overheated, which attracted her to the calm cool night on the bow of the ship. She took no time in deciding it was best for her to go out to the decks and watch the silver moon slice across the sky. It was something she often did as a child. The moon always took a hold on to her and now that she was Sailor moon, she could completely understand why.

When she left her room she had totally forgotten to take a blanket or a sweater so she was freezing in the ice-cold air. She wore only her long white nightgown, with no sleeves to protect her arms. She had turned a ghastly pale, and her fingers were beginning to grow blue but she stayed anyway, too enticed with the scenery.

"Serena, do you really think you should be out in the cold like that?"

She turned quickly, her hair raising in the breeze of the sea, and her pale body making her look almost angelic. Here bright blue eyes were large and full, and her body looked as if it had been through hell, but not nearly as much hell as she was gonna be in.

"Darien?"

"Meatball head, what's wrong with you! The temperature out here is nearly freezing! Trying to kill yourself out here?"

"No I was not! I just couldn't sleep… that's all."

Serena quickly turned away from Darien, unable to face him. He was right, she shouldn't be out so late at night, especially without something to cover herself. She felt stupid, yet again. First she hurt her best friend and now, she was being scolded by a guy who the world now knows she has a crush on… this couldn't be a worse day at all. She felt her eyes began to shake as tears threatened to overcome her. Her face heated and began to turn a slight pink, and not from frostbite. She prayed Darien would go away and leave her but the complete opposite occurred. Instead, she felt the softness of a blanket touch her shoulders, followed by a tight embrace and his hard body against her back.

Her voice hitched in her throat for a moment and she almost felt as if she couldn't breathe. When she was able to finally pull herself together she felt his head resting on the top of her hair and his body relax into hers, molding softly with her.

"When I was little, and in the hospital, I always used to watch the moon late nights because I couldn't sleep. There is always something so captivating about it. So… inviting."

Serena nodded unable able to disagree with him but happy for a change of subject. The moon. It felt as if it were drawing her to it, pulling on the life force in her body. She lifted her arm to reach out and touch, almost as if she could, but she touched only air. It had occurred so quickly she didn't have time to realize that she was too far away, way to past it to ever be able to touch it. It was like a child reaching to touch the sun or a cloud in the sky, hoping that they would really be able to feel it. When she realized her foolish error she turned her back to the moon only to realize her next error… that Darien was still standing there. Her face blushed madly as he was only inches away from her own face, and had watched her silly spectacle. The first thing that came into her mind was really... to explain.

"The moon it just looked so close and so, well mesmerizing for a second I almost thought I could touch it. I mean I know I couldn't touch it but it was worth a try, I mean, it wasn't worth a try cause I knew I couldn't touch it but I-"

Darien cut her off just as quickly as she started rambling, his lips over hers in a soft sweet kiss. Serena instantly paused, her lips closed against him, as she felt his tongue slid across her plump sweet lips. She heard a whimper raise in her throat as she opened her mouth to his, his tongue quickly invading the warm wetness of her mouth. His hands pulled her gently into his chest, her hands resting on its hardness as he tightened his arm around her. They stayed like that, kissing and reacting to each other until Serena broke it, gasping and begging for air. She rested her head on his chest and shoulder as her body calmed in the heavy night breeze. Darien caught his breath quickly and was the first to speak.

"Serena… I…"

Serena's finger traced up to his lips and quickly silenced him.

"Please, don't speak. Let's just… enjoy this."

Darien nodded, for the first time, taking Serena's lead. He settled his head on her hair, enjoying the scent of her herbal shampoo and fruity conditioners, Serena in the crook of his neck enjoying his expensive cologne. They tried their best to enjoy the moment even though the wind shook them horribly, forcing the blankets and clothing to fly and move as it willed.

"Serena… maybe we should go inside… you're shivering."

She looked at her hands resting on his chest and saw that he was right. She was shaking violently and her body felt as if it had been in an icebox, freezing slowly. She nodded and Darien led her into the ship and into the hallway.

Before Serena knew it she was in Darien's room, and underneath his sheets resting quietly on his pillow. She didn't know why she begged to stay with him, but she didn't feel like being alone tonight. Probably because if she stayed alone her mind would wander and she would worry about Rei and her friendship. With Darien she felt that she could relax, although butterflies danced about nervously in her stomach. Either way she knew she could sleep with him near and that she was safe with him and he wouldn't do anything to hurt her… she hoped. She snuggled deeper into his sheets and blankets and realized that even though they've been on the ship for a day or so, the sheets smelled of him, and the room smelled of him. It was oddly, relaxing oddly enjoyable and before she knew it, she was out like a light.

Darien stepped out of the shower, the heat still rising from himself as he quickly dried and dressed for bed. Serena was in his bed and the only thing it was doing was driving him bonkers! All night he had been under some spell of hers captivated buy her beauty. Her soft blonde hair, her bright blue eyes, her cheerful smile. It was almost as if he had been… falling in love with her? NO! No, no, no, no! Never say that Darien, please don't. You've only been with her for the night. Sure you know her, but she's just a kid right? Still in high school. You can't take advantage of her feelings like that. She probably didn't even understand love just yet. Darien told himself things like this back and forth even though he truly believed none of what was being said. Serena as far as he was concerned was a beautiful ravishing young woman, who although was clumsy, was the heart of happiness and glee. Well, at least for tonight.

Walking slowly out the bathroom, he made his way in the dark to the bed that sat in the middle of the beige room. His bed had been huge, a king size with large beautiful white quilts and amazingly soft sheets. He knew the minute he climbed in bed he would be able to fall asleep, especially after what meatball head put him through today. Fights with Rei, a brutal run around and terribly cold winds on a deck well after dark. Was this something that was included in the brochure! Smiling to himself, he pulled back the covers and climbed into bed next to her, stopping to glance at her once he was settled. She was curled into a ball, her hair falling gently over her shoulder and across her face, as the moonlight from the window above the bed sunk into the room. She looked heavenly, like an angel from heaven, fallen from the bright blue skies above earth. Before he could stop himself he had reached out, his hands brushing against her cheek as she slept peacefully in bed. She stirred slightly, before she muttered a soft Darien and rolled over away from him in her sleep. A smile spread softly across his cheek as he curled into bed himself and fell asleep.

The alarm clock showed that it was 3 in the morning, but all she knew was that she was awake, and unable to go back to sleep. Something wasn't right. Something was off here. She sat up quickly in bed, and looked around, noticing that it was not her room she slept in, nor one of her friends. The luggage said she was in a room with someone else as did the lump beside her. Looking down at the form sleeping besides her she felt around his face, hoping to gently tell whom it was without waking them up. The moonlight as solely on her so any chance of telling by moonlight was out the question. She touched his nose softly, followed by his eyes, by the time she got to the forehead she realized that it was Darien…. DARIEN! Oh, lord oh lord! Rei was gonna kill her, she needed to get out of here! Serena turned to crawl out of the bed, but something around her waist was preventing her from moving. Looking down she saw none other than Darien's arms around her waist, holding tight to her body. She sighed, and pondered quickly what to do, what to do! He was sleep right, so if she pulled away quickly, he would notice for only a second but fall back asleep right? Right! That's what she always did, and so did mom and dad too!

Quickly and quietly Serena pulled away from Darien only to learn his grip was stronger than she thought. Rather than loosening and releasing her, he pulled her closer and tight against his body. Her chest was soon against his, his legs soon entwined with hers, as her head rested at the base of his neck. Closing her eyes quickly, Serena thought long and hard. Oh God, oh God, what to do what to do? She glanced up at his face, her eyes steadying in the darkness before finally she made out his face. He was so handsome… god how could someone be so gorgeous she thought? She wanted to run, but then she wanted to stay by his side, if only for a little bit longer. She continued to glance into his face, and became overcome by his beauty. Her hands reached up and touched his cheek softly, and almost as if in a dream, he woke up.

His eyes lowered to what was in his arms and as if in a shock… he muttered to himself.

"Serena!"

Serena blushed lightly, at the situation they had been placed in, before she glanced back into his cool cobalt eyes. He closed them, gently, snapping her out of her daze until she closed her eyes as well, and slipped into a quiet kiss with him.

The kiss was light and feathery at first, the heat of the night seeping into each other, their hearts and minds, quickly connecting. Slowly the kisses became deeper. Darien's tongue slipping and fighting tiny battles with her tongue, tasting and learning of each other. Darien's hand rested at her waist, but suddenly awoken and began to explore her soft, delicate body. Serena's own hands began to explore the small muscles on his chest and back, searching and playing along his now hot skin. Darien's hands gently pulled up the skirts of her dress, and ran along the smoothness of her thigh. Then his hand traveled upward playing at the valley of her waist before it yanked the gown upward and over her head. Serena was too busy herself to notice, as she timidly touching underneath Darien's nightshirt, feeling the smooth satin of his skin reacting against her fingertips. His hands traveled to her now bare breasts cupping one in his hand, before squeezing it gently. Serena's hands quickly snaked into his hair and she parted the kiss to moan quietly into his neck. Now freed from the kiss, his lips began to wander, first to her jaw and then further down to her neck, nibbling and sucking as he moved down. He nipped his way to her breasts and licked gently at the tops of her soft mounds before dragging his teeth further down and circling her nipple. She moaned softly at his bold touch, her fingers pulling apart his strands of hair. She heard herself sighing for him, and felt her back arch against his touch, just begging for him to take her in his mouth. A smirk spread across his face, and he took a nipple gently into his mouth and suckled her softly. Her eyes went wide and her mouth letting out a low and soft moan. Her hands reached to the back of his head and cradled him to her, pleading with him quietly not to stop.

Darien felt his own body's need, growing and throbbing gently as he touched and fondled her, her soft moans and cries driving him absolutely nuts. He suckled her breast a little harder as his hand snaked down between her legs. His hand slipped to her panties, feeling the warmth and wetness between the threads of cotton, her legs spreading easily at his touch. She whimpered his name softly, and pleaded with him please, countless times. She had no clue what exactly she had been asking for, but Darien knew very well. He pushed aside her panties, much to Serena's surprised, and slid his fingers between the strands of silky golden hair that rested over her flower. She was slippery, wet, and dripping unbelievable amounts of nectar. He parted his lips from her breast, much to her whimpers and protests and took her mouth with his, before he slipped his fingers inside her warmth.

Serena's world doubled over at the feeling of him being inside of her. Moans left her mouth in multitudes as he pumped into her body, kissing her sweetly. Her body wriggled against him, spread wide to accept him, and encouraged him to continue to feel and bring those feelings of pleasure across her body. She explored him, her hands tracing down his pants until they ran across his hard member, stroking it gently. Moans parted from his own lips, and encouraged her and she took him into her hand and continued to rub softly. They laid together, Serena moaning softly into his neck as he moaned softly into her hair, unbelieving of the incredible feelings they were inflicting upon each other. Serena felt herself reaching new heights, exploring all she had never known and loving every second of it. Darien felt himself close to exploding and knew if he was gonna do something now was the time. Withdrawing his fingers he pulled her hands off his own member and they both came crashing back down into reality. As quickly as he could, Darien discarded his pants and Serena's panties, before he settled himself between her legs.

"Serena, This is going to…"

He trailed off not wanting to really admit that it was gonna hurt. It turned the entire idea and prospect into something he rather not do. When she nodded her head and relaxed against him, he understood that she comprehended and knew what had to be done to fulfill this. Darien took a deep breath and suddenly pushed into her, both moaning at the feeling of impact. His breath was heavy and ragged, hers panting and shallow as he paused at her barrier. When he finally gathered himself, he pushed slowly, and watched as discomfort and pain etched across her face. It was something he couldn't do to her. She looked so young, and scared underneath his touch. He couldn't hurt her... not Serena. Pulling out quickly, he withdrew much to her surprise.

"Darien, what-"

She questioned him his movements and why he stopped but he stopped her lips with his own before he sat up and settled his face between her legs. Grabbing either side of her legs, he slipped his tongue across her petals receiving a loud and deep moan from her lips. He licked and nipped at her flower petals, touching, tasting and exploring her lower body greedily. He licked rough and then softly, drawing different moans and reactions from her, but enjoying each movement of it. It felt unbelievably good to her, but it tasted unbelievably good to him. She was like, peaches dipped into sweet honey, a taste only good enough for the gods. Her hands found his hair and tugged him, loving the feelings he was giving her. He nipped his way up, until he found the sweetest of prizes. Taking it gently into his mouth he suckled, while one of his hands slipped between her leg and slid in and out of her wetness. Serena's mouth became a gaping o, as she struggled to moan and sigh against his touch. She was clawing at his hair and the sheets her head turning from side to side underneath his touch. She moaned and cried until she felt a heat spread through her lower body and she felt her body convulse, a slow moan escaping her lips. It felt to her like a roller coaster, her body going over the final edge, pleasure seeping into every crevice of her body as she enjoyed the waves of pleasure. Darien felt it, and knew she was there, so he slowed the movements of his tongue, licking softly at her nectar as slow mews escaped her lips. When he was sure she was through, he slid up in bed and pulled her beside him, tangled tresses and all.

"Darien... I"

"Shhh, sleep Serena."

"But what about you?"

"Don't worry about me, just sleep, I know your tired, meatball head"

At the hearing of her nickname a smile creeped across her face and she laid gently on his chest, her body curling up to him.

"I never felt anything… like that."

"I doubt it will be the last meatball head. Get some rest."

Nodding her head, she allowed the sandman to invade her mind and take her away to the land of the moon and stars.

AN: Whoooaaa, well, now lets see where exactly this is going! Review please! Okie you guys! The more reviews I receive the faster I will update okay? Thanks to all those who are reading, and I hope you enjoy the remainder of the chapters! See ya, love ya! Carolina