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Author's Note: Continues from 22 - Reunion. What did Serenity say when she found out about Endy?
21 - Homemade Gift
Words: 303
She laughed until there were tears running down from the corner of her eyes. "Oh Endy, how could you have read the map upside down?"
The Prince of Earth looked on indignantly. No matter how much the Princess of the Moon, he did not appreciate having his ego slashed to such a degree. "Serenity," he warned.
She continued to laugh, unaware of his plan until it was too late. He knew her greatest weakness as he captured her around the waist to tickle her mercilessly. She tried to wiggle out his arms, but he was too strong for her and he wasn't ready to let go.
"Endy ... I can't breath ... stop," she half-laughed and half choke out in mid-breaths.
It was a good five minutes before he deemed that he was thoroughly avenged. She blew a raspberry at him when she was finally free. "You are mean, Endy."
"You know better than to tease the Prince of Earth for getting lost in the secret passages."
Her demeanor changed then, so sudden that he took a step forward to catch her hand. However, she stepped out of his reach and made her way over to her vanity. He followed her in confusion, as she rummaged drawers.
"I had wanted this to be special," she quietly explained as she turned around to face him.
"I don't understand," he confessed.
In an instant, her crescent insignia glowed, tapping into the powers of the moon. The palm of her hands radiated in a golden hue. When the light dissipated, Endyminion gazed down. A haunting melody, dark and whisper-like enveloped them, as she placed the object, a star-shaped locket into his procession.
"This is my gift to you, my Prince. May you never be lost. For with this, you will always find your way back to my heart."
Author's Note: Companion to 6- Cloud Nine. Minako and Kunzite.
19 - Daydreaming
Words: 377
Ami-chan did not believe what she said about being on "cloud nine," but to the Ai no Senshi, it made perfect sense. She twisted her blond tresses in thought. She ran through a mental checklist of all the things that she had to do for tonight's ball. She already met with Queen Serenity that afternoon to go over the final details for the palace security. Later, she had to get the girls ready and dressed in their formal evening wear.
Her heart skipped in anticipation. She could not wait to see what General Kunzite was wearing tonight. She had taken special care in choosing a gown, which accentuated her figure but not too revealing to be scandalous. From a leadership point of view, they were compatible and well advised in the games of warfare and military training. They were serious about their training and ever loyal to their sovereigns. Being a leader meant that they often had to make choices of life and death, leaving a series of scars that few would empathize.
They understood that this path better than others, and drew closer through this mutual comprehension. At times, it was better to deal with the complexities of this galaxy by making fun of it. They knew this game and played it well. Some may say it is a farce, but to them, it was the perfect coping mechanism.
Then again, General Kunzite was quite appealing on the eyes. His eyes alone commanded respect and he wore his uniform liked it was tailored specifically for his physique. She smiled at the mental image of his form. She wrapped her arms around herself and closed her eyes and inhaled deeply. She was acutely feeling his absence. 'He and Endyminion had been missing all day,' she thought.
Then she felt him. Even with her eyes closed, she could feel his smile. "What are you thinking of, my hoshi?"
"I'm daydreaming about many things, General."
He kissed each of her closed eyelids. "Really? Why do you call it daydreaming when clearly it is the evening?"
She opened her eyes, "Then, would you call it, evening-dreaming? It is hardly pleasing on the ears."
"No, I would rather not dream, but to live in the reality of this moment with you."
Author's Note: Another cute one featuring the two favourite felines.
14 - Bed of Roses
Words: 59
"I could get used to this."
"Oh yes."
"You have me to thank."
"Don't be so egotistic, Artemis."
"Luna, you don't have to ruin my fun."
"Oh shut up, Artemis."
Two hours later, Queen Serenity found two of her most trusted advisors dozing amongst the confetti, a bed of rose petals that were to be used for tonight's ball.
