New Enemies

Chapter 9

Kirala walked into the kitchen wearing a long white robe to find the Sailor Scouts sitting at the large oak table, talking quietly. All of them were dressed in pajamas that had been provided for them in their rooms. They heard Kirala walk in and stopped to turn and look at her.

Kirala gave a small smile. "Good morning."

Lita stood. "We want to talk. Before Serena wakes up."
"Of course, Sailor Jupiter. What would you like to talk about?" Kirala asked, putting a teapot on the stove and setting it on high.

"We want to know what exactly is going to happen so we can protect Serena to our fullest."

Kirala smiled. "Always thinking ahead. Well, I can't answer your question just yet because I have yet to discuss battle tactics with Hi - Miles yet."

Amy frowned. "Why did he change his name?"

Kirala shrugged. "I don't know. He never told me. But I know he will change it again. Maybe it was just meant to be that way."

The teapot whistled and she pulled it off and set it aside. She pulled out a cup and poured the water into it and then dipped in her tea bag. She sipped it and sighed. Then, she made another one. She set both cups on a small tray and began to leave before she stopped and turned to the Sailor Scouts. "I am going to practice my weapons today around noon. Miles will be with me. We like to practice together. It helps strengthen our team. Maybe you would all like to come and practice with us."

"We don't use weapons." Lina replied.

"There are all types of practicing. I will be able to tell you what you know before tomorrow. Have a good morning."

And with that, she left the room, leaving the Sailor Scouts to think to themselves.

The swords clashed together, interrupting the silence in the small meadow. Kirala and Miles were sparring with their swords when the Sailor Scouts arrived. Serena and Darien were also with them. They watched as the two fought with speed, their bodies moving with agile and grace as if the movements were a dance rather than two weapons, fighting for superiority.

"They're really good together." Raye commented.

"I know. I wish I could have that kind of skill." Lina said with envy.

"She may be good with a sword but I'd like to see what she's like hand to hand." Lita said, crossing her arms over her chest.

With that Miles took a step back and Kirala shoved her sword into the ground. She ran towards Lita and shoved her palm into Lita's stomach. Lita fell to the ground, gasping for air that Kirala had knocked out.

"Hey! That's unfair!" Serena yelled.

"Do you really think that Bakuda's henchmen will be fair? Do really think they will wait for you to be ready before they attack? If this is so, you know nothing of a true battle."

Lita groaned then stood up and assumed a fighting position. "You will pay for that."

"Do not let anger cloud your judgment. Become emotionally detached form the situation at hand. Nothing matters but winning." Kirala instructed.

"She's right." A new voice said.

They all turned to look at Haruka, Michiru, and Setsuna, the last three Sailor Scouts. All of them blinked at them while Kirala kept her eyes on Lita. Miles smiled. "Welcome."

"We thought we'd join you. Lita, you better keep a close eye on Kirala." Setsuna said. Lita had enough time to block Kirala's attack before Kirala's foot collided with Lita's head.

The two became the center of attention as they fought. Both of them were highly skilled in martial arts and were amazing fighters. In the end, both of them had the other held by the neck. Kirala smiled at the furious Lita and let go. Lita followed and they both stepped back. "You're pretty good." Kirala commented.

"Yeah. You're not so bad yourself." Lita said. They stood there for a moment before they shook hands. Kirala smiled.

"You will be a great asset in fighting Bakuda. I am envious to see you in real battle."

Lita blushed. "Thanks."

"Okay, so, why don't we all get a little practice time?" Amy interrupted.

"Of course. Do anything you have to do in order to prepare yourself for battle." Kirala began to walk towards Miles when Serena came o her side.

"Can me and you talk? In private?"
"Of course, your majesty." Kirala said softly and Serena led her away form the now sparing group.

"I would like to talk to you about what happened yesterday. I don't want to have us against each other during battle."

Kirala smiled. "You will be a wise queen, your majesty. I'm sorry if I said anything that was out of place. You are right. This battle is as much yours as it is mine."

"Thank you for acknowledging that. She really was like your sister, wasn't she?" Serena asked softly.

Kirala nodded. "Yes. We were very close. It still hurts my heart that I failed her as a guardian. I was her protector and I failed to do even that."

"What's done is done."

Kirala shook her head. "No, it's not. She poses a threat to you and I refuse to let it happen again. But, I promise you, your majesty, I will do everything in my power to protect you. I will not leave your side."

"There's no need for that. What ever happens will happen and there is nothing we can do to stop it. Now, have you thought about how we're going to go about defeating her?" Serena asked.

Kirala smiled. "Not yet. Me and Miles are going to discuss that today. We'll let you know as soon as we do."

Serena nodded and smiled. "Friends?"

Kirala smiled. "Of course."

"And Kirala?"

"Yes?"

"My name is Serena."

Kirala laughed.

I know! I know! I'm a horrible person! I'm sorry! I've just been so busy lately that I haven't been able to get to the computer! I know it's a little short but don't worry! I promise to get the next chapter up as soon as possible! Please Review as usual! Thanks for all of your reviews! You guys are totally awesome!