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Chapter Three

Setsuna's P.O.V.

'Why won't she show herself?' I asked myself. When I heard Haruka speak of a mysterious soldier, I knew who she was talking about instantly. She shouldn't have come. How is she even still alive? When she was banished, I knew what Serenity was planning. She wanted Seleine out of the picture permanently.

I wonder when she will show herself again. I miss her. 'No!' What am I thinking? I can't think of the past. It's too much. She can never come back. She's a threat to Usagi and must never be let near her again.

"Setsuna?"Haruka asked between clenched teeth.

While my mind was racing with its inner debacle, I was nodding my head at everything Haruka was saying.

"I apologize. Please continue," I said. I wasn't terribly interested in hearing about Haruka's absurd idea of standing guard in Usagi's perimeter wherever she went.

"I was thinking about the battle last night-," Haruka was explaining until I interrupted her.

"What battle?" I was trying hard to not show the alarm on my face or in my words. Another battle has come and gone already?

Haruka explained the events of what happened last night. Seleine saved Usagi? Why? What is she planning? Maybe she can be trusted again. The fact that she is even still alive is in question. If she really did save Usagi, then maybe she isn't bad anymore. Maybe she'll help us. Although, she killed all of us once. It's settled, she can not be trusted again.

I directed my thoughts back to the conversation at hand and nodded at what Haruka said. The Inner's seemed to be preoccupied with their own thoughts as well, I looked over to Hotaru and caught her staring at me. She is trying to figure out what is going through my head.

Thank Serenity none of them knew what happened that night. Especially Hotaru, she had the hardest death of them all. She was killed by her best friend. It all happened so fast, she had just left my kingdom and was headed home for the first time since her birth. Her kingdom was repeatedly under attack from Beryl at the time. We had heard they were gone and it was safe for her return. She barely had a glimpse of her planet before she had to come back.

After she had left my planet, my kingdom was under attack and was falling rapidly. I only had a glimpse of her before she was murdered. The poor girl, she didn't live long enough for the real battle. I'm sure she remembers everything, she just doesn't understand. She doesn't understand the major betrayal we all received those painful days.

Back to the present, I think it's time I have a little chat with my dear old friend. I stayed till the end of the meeting and departed hastily so Haruka or Hotaru couldn't question my whereabouts. I walked through the city of Tokyo and came upon the most lovely field.

I took a deep breath and called for Seleine. I felt the pleasant sensation of ice flowing up my back signifying her presence.

I quickly spun around and attacked. When I regained my composure, I searched the field and could not find her.

"Really Pluto? Have I not taught you better?"

I turned and saw Seleine perched in a Cherry Blossom Tree. She looked ravishing as always. I took my stance and straightened my back. A small grin played on her lips. She was wearing her silver fuku as always. She was almost never in her dress. She hated wearing it and only wore it on special occasions. There was always something about her hair. It always looked like it was on fire. It was so beautiful and it made people fall in love with her instantly.

"How are you still alive? Why have you come back?" I interrogated.

She chuckled and said, "You never ask the right questions." She chuckled. She then plunged into her tale. "The past Moon Kingdom Queen's brought me back. They believed I wasn't evil, unlike my hateful mother. They brought me back after she had had me killed."

I gasped at her revelation. "That is strictly forbidden, Seleine! You know that. You were condemned to death for a reason and should have never been reborn," I said.

"I wasn't reborn! I have not changed since that day, except for the fact I have grown wiser and have more power. I was never reborn. I have always been here in the shadows watching Usagi's every move. I came to prevent that is sure to inhabit this Earth once again," she said. She never broke eye contact with me once. I felt the seriousness in her tone come to me in a deep wave. The fate that was once to come has finally come.

"That's impossible. The Queen long ago. Usagi vanquished her. If the Queen were back, you would surely be at her aid. But for argument's sake, how has she come back?" I questioned dreading the answer.

"The same way Nehelenia came back. Except Galaxia didn't intentionally awaken her. I've felt it for quite some time now. The evil energy Galaxia was firing off came to invade her burial ground. You know if I don't help this time she will wreak havoc and Usagi won't be able to stop her this time," she begged. Her jaw was set firmly in the way so many admired. I always thought she would make a great queen, but that is Usagi's destiny, not Seleine's.

"You were banished and you still are. You can never be close with Serenity again. You must suffer the consequences of your actions!" I yelled. I went on my attack again, but I was too late. She was already gone. "Damn it!"


Usagi's P.O.V.

I woke up in Mamoru's bed and looked around the room. The familiar scent of the apartment filled my senses with delight. The familiar warmth of his sheets wrapped me in a warm embrace. I slowly moved to sit up and winced in pain. I looked at my side and saw a small gash. Memory started to flood my mind. The panic in me raised, and I quickly jerked out of bed. I looked around and saw no one, so I headed for the door. When I took my first step, I fell straight to the floor.

I cried in pain when I felt my side hit the cold hard floor. Mamoru came into my vision and pulled me into his arms. I looked up at him when I had calmed down. His mysterious eyes that I've come to fall in love with bore into my mind with complete concern.

"Usako, are you okay?" He asked me.

I couldn't manage to speak just yet so I nodded my head. I felt his arms loosen around my waist and knew that I had frightened him. He helped me up and sat back up on his abandoned bed. He held me for awhile until my heartbeat slowed down. I pulled out of his embrace and looked up at him.

"Michiru, Haruka-"

"Are okay. They brought you here last night and stayed by your side till morning. You really gave them quite the scare. They didn't want to leave you. They will be back soon I'm sure. Rest, you need it," he said lovingly.

My mind was still racing with questions that I just couldn't answer on my own. I wanted nothing more than Makoto's muffins right now, though. My stomach growled, and Mamoru left to fetch me something from the kitchen. I looked out the window and thought of the sailor soldier that finally appeared last night. She was absolutely beautiful. She moved so fast and graceful like, well unlike me, she made it look like Michiru was only average.

I wonder who she is and if we will ever meet again. I saw the way Haruka and she kissed last night after she saved me. I felt my body collapsing, but my vision still worked rather well. The way Haruka clanged to her wasn't like how she was with Michiru. It was like if she let go she would lose everything almost.

Mamoru came back with a tray of pancakes and hot chocolate. He knows how to spoil one! I dug in quite ferociously and made Mamoru take a step back from my food.

When I was finished eating, I pushed away from the tray and turned to Mamoru. "Mamo-chan, what all did Haruka and Michiru tell you?" I questioned. He flinched at my directness. I know I'm acting different, but this is something really important that needs to be discussed. He was told everything, except for the sailor soldier and Haruka kissing part. I suspected that he wouldn't know, but it still had me puzzled.

"She healed me. Nobody has been able to do that. She can't be the enemy, Mamo-chan. She just can't be," I whined. If she is the enemy, we are all doomed.

A knock was heard from the door. I scrambled to my feet and ran to the door. I swung the door open wide and jumped into Haruka's arms. Haruka's arms wrapped tightly around me as I sobbed into her shoulder. I tore myself away from Haruka and hugged Michiru. The memory of seeing her choking on water flooded my vision. I felt her tense and knew she remembered the same thing.

I pulled away from the both of them and scanned them for bad injuries. They both seemed fine except Michiru had a swollen ankle. I sighed relieved that there was no bad damage. I made eye contact with Haruka silently telling her that I knew what had happened yesterday, she looked startled for a minute then regained her composure.

I pulled my gaze away from her and looked at Michiru. "How are you guys doing?" I asked. I already knew the answer but felt I should ask anyway.

"We are okay. We had a meeting with the senshi while you were asleep. How are you? How's your arm? The other soldier got most of the venom out, but it was a nasty cut," she said. I looked at my arm. I had completely forgotten about it. The scar is barely noticeable. What she did I will never be able to find out. I remember seeing her struggling to get away from me. I didn't hear anything Haruka or her talked about, but I knew Haruka wasn't happy.

"I didn't even remember it. It's fine, just a minor scar."

"She took your wounds, Koneko. Of course, you are left with nothing but a scar," Haruka said. I knew she wasn't happy about what happened, but this was uncalled for. The way she looked at me made me feel so low.

"Haruka?" Michiru and I said simultaneously. She yelled it and looked at Haruka as if she had threatened me.

"Haruka be nice. It's not her fault what happened. That soldier saved us. If anything you should be thanking that soldier for saving our princess," Michiru scolded.

Haruka made a choking sound and stormed out of the room. Michiru made her way to the door, but I stepped in front of her. "I'll go."

I walked out of the apartment and followed Haruka outside. I found her leaning up against the tree with her head tipped back.

"Haruka," I said. I couldn't provoke her. I know she is confused about what is going on right now but so am I. "I saw what happened last night. Do you know who she is?"

She turned to me and gave me an incredibly cold look. I took a step back knowing how Haruka's temper was like a war waiting to happen. She looked away from me and had a faraway look. A small grin came to her mouth and I knew she was reminiscing that kiss.

"That must have been some kiss," I blurted. I clamped my hand over my mouth, afraid of what else I could blurt out. I figured Haruka would glare at me again or give me a lecture, but she chuckled. She chuckled!

"When she kissed me, I had a vision. Usagi do you know how long it's been since I had a vision? I forgot the rush I got when I had a vision. I saw a princess. She wasn't you. She had long red hair that my fingers just itched to run through. She was wearing a white dress and she had the most wonderful blue eyes. I was holding her in my arms, and I didn't want to let go," she said finally. There was a glint in her eye that I hadn't seen in a long time. Whoever this woman is, she is special.

"When she was healing me, I had a vision too," I whispered. Haruka's eyes locked with mine and squinted to see if I was lying. "I was arguing with someone. I was Princess Serenity in this vision. The woman pushed me over the side of the balcony, and that was all I saw." I remembered the feeling when I hit the ground. It felt like a thousand pins were being forced into my body. That was when I woke up from the seizure.

Haruka stared at me a moment longer then looked away. I don't know what to think, whether I should be upset this new senshi is coming between Michiru and Haruka or delighted there's another senshi. Haruka was just as confused as I was. We were happy, yet we knew the dangers of an enemy senshi.


Seleine's P.O.V.

I didn't know Usagi had a vision. How could I be so reckless? I didn't want them to know who I was, let alone know that I existed, but that came up to bite me in the ass. Setsuna now knows I am here and soon the others will know the truth I dread. They already know too much. If there was a way I could get to them without Setsuna knowing, and steal the visions they both had, I wouldn't be in this mess.

I turned away from the scene at Mamoru's, unable to look at what I had done. The queen will be coming to Usagi soon. I will be ready. I have to keep an eye on Usagi and make sure she is safe.

I felt a strange vibe enter the near vicinity. Another youma, and someone else. My old friend had come to battle it out while the other senshi take care of the youma I see.

I looked to the senshi and saw them running out of the apartment. The Inners were already there hashing it out with the youma. Venus was the first one to get hit by a youma. I quickly transformed and went to meet Jadeite.

"Oh, my dear Seleine. My you have not changed a bit," I heard that sickening voice appear above me. He jumped down to land right in front of me. He grabbed my waist and pulled me to him. He kissed me and allowed his hands to roam free. I pulled away and reached for my sai.

When I turned back to sear him with my sai, he was gone. I looked down the street to see the Inners fighting frantically with the youma. The Outers were on the ground struggling to get up. I made a move to run and help them when Jadeite intercepted me and threw me into a nearby building. Shards of glass were pressed deep into my spine and the bones in my back threatened to break.

I struggled to get up when Jadeite came towards me. I grabbed my sai and slashed at his shoulder. He staggered back, surprised that I actually wounded him with my sai.

"Now is that to treat your fiancé?" He asked me.

"You seem to forget my betrayal. How's Beryl doing by the way since I nearly ripped her apart from limb to limb?" I challenged. He lunged at me, but I easily dodged it. "Jadeite, now I know I taught you better," I snickered. He lunged at me again and while I was amidst dodging he swung his leg back and kicked me hard. I fell into a phone booth. I laid there trying to get my bearings when Jadeite grabbed me by the neck. He lifted me up so we were both eye level. I struggled with pulling his hands-free while he chuckled at my struggle.

"Would you like to feel how your mother beheaded you, like in the old days, again hmm?" He mused.

I felt my blood start to boil as all the other powers within me started to implode. He looked at me terrified, and I knew my whole body resembled fire. He let go of me and started backing away quickly. I grabbed my sai and threw it when Zoisite appeared. He caught my sai and threw it back at me. I was so caught off guard at his appearance that I didn't have time to react when it connected with my face.


Seiya's P.O.V.

The Starlights and I got there in time to see the new senshi get stabbed in the throat. The Starlights and I ran to this enemy and saw Venus and Jupiter trying to take the two out.

This new enemy was strong. Almost as strong as Galaxia. I looked for Sailor Moon and found her standing protectively in front of the Outers. Mercury and Mars were fighting a phage. I looked at Maker and Healer and silently told them to help Mercury and Mars. I went to help Venus and Jupiter against the others.

I attacked Zoisite once and he threw me back. I landed right next to the senshi that was nearly decapitated. I heard a guttural sound and saw that she was still alive! But that's not possible. I checked her pulse and her heart was still beating just very slowly. I started to feel really dizzy when her eyes fluttered open. She grabbed her sai and pulled it out of her neck. Blood flooded down her neck. Her wounds started to close.

She turned her head to me and locked gazes with me. Something flashed in my mind but was gone before I could grasp it. She jumped up and pulled me up with her.

"Fighter! Don't touch her!" yelled Pluto. She was starting to come towards us when a phage came toward her and bit her. I started to run toward her when the other senshi latched onto my face and kissed me. I tried to pull away, but my body refused to move. She finally let me go and caught me when I nearly plunged headfirst into the hard ground. She laid me down on the ground gently and got back up. She headed toward Pluto and threw her sai at the phage.

I tried to get up but couldn't. The phage fell off of Pluto when the senshi pulled her sai toward her mentally. She looked around her and took in all of the phages around her. She closed her eyes. Her hair turned into fire and her whole body resembled fire actually! She opened her eyes and her pupils held the shape of blue fire.

She screamed and fire shot out of her body and shot every phage. She turned and saw Zoisite, and Jadeite were still standing. She ran towards them when they disappeared. She stopped and fell to her knees. She then fell over and was turning transparent. Uranus ran toward her and grabbed the senshi by the shoulders. The soldier turned back to her normal color. Uranus pulled the senshi farther into her lap so she was cradling her. She looked at the senshi and seemed as if she just stepped into a world she never knew existed.

"She killed the phages," Maker said.

"They aren't phages. These are youma. There is no way to save a youma," Ami explained.

The soldier started waking up. She realized where she was and looked into Uranus's eyes for a split second before she jumped up and disappeared. Uranus looked on with a sad look in her eyes.