Well seeing as I got three reviews in the first day of posting I figured I should get chapter 2 out as quickly as possible. Again Reviews quicken my updates and if I don't get any then my stories tend to die but here we go.

Thank you too, all who reviewed: 11 reviews in about 24 hours! Thank you, that really gets me excited and makes me want to write more.

I hope you continue to enjoy the story and about the grammar I wanted to post the story but couldn't find a spelling/grammar check (I was at work when I wrote it) and so it went up cold I have since reposted after grammar check.

Enjoy

Tsukia

Chapter 2: Good-byes and Funerals

Serenity Usagi Moonlight and Darien Endymion Rhea had a full day ahead of them and it was already almost half over. Leaving Darien's apartment at about eleven they headed to the mall to do some shopping. Serenity, now going by Rena for short, needed some clothes to fit her new age of eighteen as the clothes of a sixteen year old just wouldn't do, added to the fact that she was not permitted nor did she want to go back to her parents for them. So after an hour and a half of shopping and lunch at the mall, the couple headed off to drop off the envelopes that they had made over lunch.

Teleporting into her old room Rena grabbed the necessities and keepsakes that she didn't want to loose and left an envelope on the dresser. "Good- bye, room. Good-bye Shingo." She whispered into the still house as she teleported back to Darien's car.

The next stop would be Darien's turn, for the plan to work everything had to be done right. So mustering up a solemn expression he climbed the steps to the temple to find Rei's grandfather. "Ëxcuse me, Mr Hino."

The old man turned to see a man about twenty with lavender-black hair (think King Endymion's color) and sunglasses. "Can I help you young man?"

"Ä friend of mine asked me to deliver these. " He said handing the elderly man a small manila envelope. "Please ensure your grand-daughter receives it, good day."

With the letter's left all that was left to do the personal good-byes, pack and board the plane to their new lives. After making dinner plans the young couple headed to the park for some time just for themselves.

Meanwhile, Mrs., Tsukino went up to her daughter's room she hadn't seen her daughter all day and was concerned. As she entered the room she noticed that it was empty just as it had been after Kenji had chased Serena out of the house and who knows where to. Turning to leave she saw an envelope, picking it up she opened it and began to read it.

To whoever still cares about Serena Tsukino

After my father beat me and chased me for three hours I could

barely move but was able to make it to a friend's house that helped

me write this and take me to get some care. However I don't think I

will make it this time. Mom don't blame yourself there was nothing

you could have done; just take care of Shingo. Shingo I hope you

don't forget me, grow up to be the man that I would be proud to

call my brother. I want you to grow up to be a kind, loving and just

man and take care of whoever is lucky enough to be your wife.

Kenji, congratulations you now don't have to worry about what a

disappointment your daughter is.

In my last words

Serena Bunny Tsukino

By the end of the letter all that was left of the proud woman was a sobbing girl with no words to warm her heart and no laughter to make her smile. Even the sound of her son returning home from school to greet her only made her cry harder.

Shingo found his mom sobbing in his sister's room. "Mom, what is wrong?" All his mother could do was sob and hand him the letter. After reading over what was written he wrapped his arms around his mother and did his best to comfort her in her grief, while trying to deal with his own. Looking out his sister's window he whispered into the wind, "Serena, I am sorry I couldn't protect you."

In another part of town four girls chatted as they climbed the steps to the temple, where they found the temples owner sitting there waiting. Turning to his grand-daughter he said, "I hope you haven't done something that you will regret, child. For life gives many precious gifts and some of those gifts you don't appreciate until they are gone." He handed her the envelope that the young man had given him and turned back to his work, the four girls staring after him.

In silence the girls continued to their destination and sat down in their normal study room. "Well let's find out what grandpa meant," Rei said as she opened the manila envelope. "There are four envelopes in here. Let's see this one is for you, Mina. Ami here is one for you, one for Makoto and one for me."

In silence the girls each read theirs here is what they said:

Minako (Venus)

Well, cousin I guess you have made your choice but that is neither here nor there. You were leader in the Silver Millennium so I guess you get your old position back. Good Luck with that. I hope you learn that things aren't always black and white and to listen then lecture before destroying things that are more valuable than life. Do your best that is all I can ask. And keep everyone alive and well.

Yours truly,

Serena (Moon)( your Princess)

Ami, (Mercury)

Dearest Mercury, I hope in my absence you will learn to truly live. Don't hid behind the books all the time but don't forget when to use that pretty brain of yours. You are to be and have always been the strategist of the group. Help guide Venus in the role of leader and don't be afraid to speak up if it is something that will get you four killed. I always trusted you. Now you have the full responsibly of keeping the group alive.

Yours truly,

Serena (Moon)( your Princess)

Makoto (Jupiter)

The strength and heart behind the group, your role is still the same except for you don't have to worry about me any more for I am gone for good (just as you all agreed). I pray that the future works out for you. Well you don't have to worry about the great sleep or protecting any Royalty, no immortality to keep you from loved ones. Actually all things considered you should all be quite happy. Live well and happily and know that you were always one of my closest friends.

Yours truly,

Serena (Moon)( your Princess)

Rei (Mars)

What can I say? You were my best friend in both lives and to be betrayed like this is almost more than I can bear. I trust you to be the spiritual guide for the group. Keep them aware of things not always seen and trust in yourself. Rei, you have always been the fire that kept us going and I know that you will continue to do so. Burn bright and light the way. I forgive you for your ignorance some secrets are best left hidden.

Live well and happily and know that you were always one of my closest friends.

Yours truly,

Serena (Moon)( your Princess)

Everyone looked around the room not sure what to say but none showing remorse for the previous nights actions. Finally breaking the silence Ami looked back at the envelope. "Hey, there is still another envelope." She reached out and grabbed it. "It is addressed to "Inner Senshi" I guess one of us should read it."

"You already have it so just go ahead Ames."

"Alright, here goes…"

To the Inner Senshi,

As I feel my time left here is short, I figure it is time to tell you why I was always late. In my last words I cannot describe the horror that I have been through but with the last of my strength here is a vision of the four hours before I arrived late to the battle.

Be warned they are not easily viewed and are violent and cruel. However your right to know out ways the option of taking it to my grave.

Your Princess

Sailor Moon

"Is that it?"

"Yes, there is no…"Ami's voice trailed off as all four sets of eyes glazed over and they were thrown into a vision.

Serena was just getting ready for bed. She opened the window and stared up at the moon. After a short time she turned to the sound of her communicator going off.

"Youma in the park."

"Ön my way," Serena answered heading back towards the window only to be yanked back in my her hair.

A male voice told her, "Not this time young lady. This time you will stay here with me."

The four astral forms watched as Kenji ripped Serena's clothes off and did things no father should have done. As he was about to continue Serena canned him and tried for the window again. A second time she was yanked back by her hair only this time it was to be whipped by a black leather belt.

"You are MY daughter and will DO as I say!" with a quick kick Serna grabbed a jacket and jumped through the window.

The astral group starred on as they watched Kenji chase her daughter for several hours, trying everything to slow her down or stop her so he could continue what was started in her bedroom. One particular attempt included throwing a discarded knife found in a garbage can at her. Only just missed getting a fatal wound, but still was left with a large gash on her leg. As Kenji finally gave up and Serena transformed the Senshi where thrown back to their bodies.

After the vision faded each girl flashed their planetary color and passed out.

In the evening Serenity and Darien headed to meet with the only two people they could trust and couldn't let think that it was over. Waiting in the restaurant sat Naru and Motoki the two friends that had been there for as long as they could remember, before the fighting, before destiny kicked in these two were the constants in their lives.

The couple sat down and looked at their two most loyal friends and began the story of what had happened the last two and a half years (basic storyline from the show). Not holding anything back except the scout's identities they freed themselves from the secrecy that was their lives. From the Silver Millenium to the Negaverse, all the way up to current. Naru and Motoki listened as the story unraveled and continued on to the fact that Serena's death had been faked and that they were leaving country to start a new life together.

Unsurprisingly these two almost life long friends didn't argue or laugh; they just nodded their agreement, encouragement, and of course demanded that they be present at the wedding. By the end of the night all four were smiling and gave good-bye hugs before parting ways.

The next morning as Serenity Moonlight and Darien Rhea boarded their plane to their new lives the flag flew at half mast at Juban High school. The class was all talk as Haruna-sensei entered the room. With a solemn and sad face she turned to the class and raised her hand for silence. As the group settled down she spoke, "It is with a heavy heart that I have to tell you all of the death of a classmate. Tsukino Serena was found beaten to death last night. She was found in a torn school uniform covered with a light jacket. The police are still investigating the case. So today is a day of mourning and a half day as some of her friends are saying farewell to her at the park. All are invited and will not be docked for attendance if they wish to attend."

It was then that four girls looked up, "Who else was her friend? That could have set that up?" one of them whispered. The others shrugged as they noticed most of the class including teacher leaving to go to the funeral at the park.

It was a sunny day, when most of Juban High and some Juban Junior High showed up to say good-bye to their friend and acquaintance, Tsukino Serena. She had made many of them smile on the worst days; had made their first days at school a little easier. They all had stories to tell of the bubbling, friendly girl and took no prompting to tell their tales as they prepared a small boat to be launched to guide the angelic spirit home. The large group waited until dark and then with notes from everyone on the little boat Shingo lit the light as Motoki set it adrift onto the water. Many whispers could be heard as the group departed saying a final good-bye to Tsukino Serena and wishing friends farewell before heading home.

Soon all that was left was Shingo, Naru and Motoki. Naru and Motoki looking sadly at the broken young man before them, they looked at each other and nodded that if Serenity wanted him to know she would contact him in her own way. With a final good-bye and some tears the group of three headed home not completely aware of what life was going to be like without her.