**PLEASE READ! ** I am changing the rating to "M" for this story. I believe it is boarding on the edge and I am not sure how I will be taking it in future chapters. So remember this is MATURE content. As always I do NOT own Sailor Moon. I enjoyed writing this chapter as we move forward into the plot. I enjoy feedback and I love my lovely readers! Lets dig in!

Silver Millennium

Location: Earth Palace, Kunzite's Room

Kunzite slammed the door to his room and sighed. He prayed Wrath would not back off from his word. If everything went as planned, Anne had no chance at getting this ridiculous decree passed. He began to strip off his clothes when he heard a giggle and tensed. He reached for his sword and slowly turned around. He sighed with relief.

"Mina! You scared the shit out of me!" He scolded.

She hopped off her place in his chair and sauntered over to him. She wrapped her slim arms around his neck and beamed.

"You were in heavy thought. I have been sitting here this whole time. What has you all ruffled?" She asked.

Kunzite sighed. How was it she made him forget all this frustrations just by her presence of being here? "It is nothing to concern yourself with. Why are you here?"

She gave him a disapproving look. "I am here on orders of the Queen of course. Serenity asked me to see if anything is new or changing. However, it looks like you needed me here as well."

"It has just been a frustrating pass few days. I am however happy to see you." His voice turned husky as he leaned down and planted a kiss upon her bubble gum lips. He brought her body closer to his and ran his hands down the length of her curves. His tongue delved into her mouth and he moaned. She made him lose his senses. He trailed kisses down her neck, their breathing becoming ragged. Mina broke the kiss and stepped back. Confusing him.

Regaining her breath, she spoke. "Not that I am not enjoying this because you know I am. However, you are never this worked up without a little foreplay first. So spill what is going on?"

"Endymion has been gone and I have been handling some …issues in his absence." Kunzite said while sitting down. "It seems everyone has gone bonkers."

"Ok, so I see you are not going to tell me the whole story. Is this something I should be a concerned about?" Mina asked.

"Actually no. You came at a perfect time. If things go to plan, I have resolved everything. I guess the stress has just worn me down. Nevertheless, none of that matters now that you are here. So temptingly beautiful. " Kunzite reasoned. Mina smiled and came to stand in between his legs and ran his hands through his hair.

"Flattery will get you nowhere General?" She teased.

He chuckled. "Don't I know it! I tried flattering you for weeks before you finally gave in to spend a whole day with me." She smiled softly at the memory.

"Kunz, do you ever regret meeting me? Do you think our lives would be simpler?" Mina asked softly.

"Never. Not for a second. Perhaps our lives would be simpler. However, I could not imagine not know you, loving you, and experiencing life with you. Just you being here with me changes everything. Plus, who would not remind me when I am being a pompas ass?" He teased taking her into his arms.

She tapped her chin in mock thought. "Hmm. This is true someone has to keep you in line. I might as well be the one for the job. Besides, your life would be awfully dull without me."

"This is true." He kissed her lips again.

"I told Serenity about us." She said looking into his grey eyes.

He tensed. "What did she say?"

She laughed. The sound twinkling in his ears. "She was delighted actually. Something has changed with her recently. I cannot put my finger on it though. She did say she would like to meet you."

"Well, I would be more than happy to meet the woman who you adore so much." He said

"She will adore you. You will love her too. She is hard not to love." Kunzite wanted to laugh at the irony. Maybe Endymion would have someone actually warm his cold heart. That would be a remarkable sight. His Prince losing his own game of seduction. He forgot his train of thought as Mina started nipping her way down his neck. She slowly began unbuttoning his shirt. She removed the garment. Her eyes roaming over the expansion of his chest. Her eyes turning dark with lust.

"Has anyone ever told you how handsome you are my Lord?" She asked her voice full of seduction.

"I might of heard that somewhere." He mumbled his lips nipping at the swells of her breast. She sighed throwing her head back. He ripped the clothing off her body. He knew she loved it. She was the seductress, his love goddess, and he loved everything about her.

"I have missed you Kunz." She stated raggedly.

"I have missed you too baby. Now no more talking." She giggled as he tossed her over the bed. Letting the passion take over them.

Location: Moon, Moon Palace Staff Dining Hall

Lita would be lying if she said she was not a nervous wreck. She had changed three different times. She could not shake the nerves she had. She normally had no trouble being around Nephrite but tonight, something was different she could feel it. Especially from their almost kiss earlier. Her cheeks began to burn at the thought. She had to stop this nervousness right now. She was confident and she needed to act like the confident warrior she was. She walked into the staff wing and headed into the dining hall. She stood in shock. There stood in the middle of the room a table set for two. A candle lighting the area. Nephrite gave her a boyish grin and her stomach turned to knots.

"Good evening my lady. I was hoping you would do me the honor of joining me tonight." He bowed to her playfully.

"Of course my Lord. Is there something in particular we are celebrating?" She asked playfully.

"Yes we are celebrating friendships." He stated.

"Friendships?" She kinked an eyebrow at him.

"Yes, exploring them and their depts... Perhaps even finding something more." He gave her a meaningful look. She blushed at the hidden message. She approached the table and he pulled out a chair for him. She smiled at him softly thanking him. Their first course was Moon-Berry Salad. Her favorite dish. She raised a brow at him.

"How did you know this was my favorite?" She teased.

He took a sip of his wine a smile hiding behind his glass. "A man never can reveal his secrets madam. It takes all the fun out of it. I hope it is to your liking. It is no Chef Lita dinner. But it was made by yours truly."

"MMM. It is quite delicious. If this is your first time making Moon-berry salad you have out done yourself." She stated.

"You flatter me. I am glad you like it. I have to admit I was quite nervous. I have not done something like this for someone before." He admitted.

Lita stared at him a moment. Contemplating if there was any teasing behind it. He was being truthful and she felt her heart flutter. She smiled softly at him.

"I am honored you would do something so kind for me Nephrite. I have never done this either." She stated.

"Do what?" He inquired.

"Spend a wonderful evening with a man wonderful as you." She felt heat creeping to her cheeks.

"If it makes you feel any better I have never spent an evening with a man as wonderful as me either." He teased making her laugh.

Their second course came out and they settled into quiet chatter after desert they decided to take a stroll in the gardens. They walked side by side. Lita could feel the heat of him and it made her shiver. She wonder what it would be like to be fully in his embrace. He spoke breaking her out of her trance.

"I have a question for you." He stated.

She smiled. "I probably have an answer." He chuckled.

"If I were to kiss you would you slap me?" He inquired. She froze. She turned fully and faced him. She put her hand on both sides of his face. She brought him down to her lips and kissed him softly. It was a gentle kiss. A gentle coaxing of the lips. They parted and she looked up into his eyes. He gently laid his forehead upon hers.

"I guess there's my answer." She giggled in reply.

This time he leaned down and kissed. Yes, exploring friendships was a wonderful thing to celebrate, indeed.

…

Location: Moon, Moon Stables

Serenity felt giddy as she neared the stables. All her thoughts had been consumed with him. His musky scent, his lips upon hers and the feelings he made her feel she had never known. Is this what Mina felt like every time she saw her Earth General? She could see why she was so deep in love. However, was that what Serenity was feeling? Was this love? She smiled at the thought. Once she made it to the stables, she found him feeding the white horse she had fallen in love with. He heard her approach, looked up at her, and smiled. She suddenly felt uncomfortable at the intense stare he bestowed upon her. She looked down at her simple, silk, blue dress and did not see a stain.

"You know I use to think the rumors of your beauty were exaggerated. However, now I do not feel like they even do you justice. You are beautiful." He watched as her eyes casted down and blush stained her cheeks. Endymion did not know when his lines stopped becoming scripted but every word from his mouth was true. He had not known of beauty like hers. No mere Earth girl could even compare to such beauty. Not inside or out.

"You flatter me sir. I must say you are quite beautiful as well." She smiled.

He chuckled raising a brow. "You think I am beautiful. That is a first."

"You are beautiful. Handsome does not do you justice." She grinned.

He chuckled. "Are you ready?"

She tilted her head in question. "Where are we going?"

"You shall see when we get there." He held out his hand and she took it. Electricity shot down her spine. He moved his hands down to her small waist and lifted her upon the horse. He settled upon the horse behind her and they took off. They rode for a while until he stopped upon a small clearing near a hill. Serenity gasped the first thing she noticed was from the top of the hill you had the perfect view the Earth. It was breath taking.

"I figured you would like this. I happen to stumble upon it my second day here. I suppose it helps me feel less home sick." Endymion stated.

"It's wonderful." She breathed.

"Come, I set us up a picnic. Of course, Nephrite was the one who prepared the food. I am not much of cook." He explained.

She sat down gently upon the blanket. She felt butterflies in her stomach.

"This is so… wonderful. Thank you." She grinned.

"I would say it was my pleasure but it is more than that." He stated.

"More?" She inquired tilting her head.

He took her hand running his thumb gently over her baby soft skin. He brought it to his lips leaving her skin burning where his lips touched. He gently smiled. "Much more, Angel."

"Well hopefully I will have a gift soon for you to repay you." She said softly.

He arched his brow. "A gift for me? I did not expect anything in return."

"Well it is more a gift for everyone. I suppose I did something bold today and for the first time I feel excited and happy about being a Princess. I am hoping to bring a big change soon. My mother is allowing me to make my first proposal in our alliance meeting tomorrow." Serenity exclaimed.

"Wow. That is wonderful Serenity. I can see you making wonderful changes. What is it exactly you wish to propose?" He wondered.

She gave him a secretive smile and shook her head. "No, I want it to be a surprise."

He chuckled. "Ok Princess. Have it your way. But I am the best at finding out secrets." He winked.

"Hmm perhaps I might tell you if you answer a few questions of mine." She tapped her chin in thought.

He laid down in her lap his head nestled between her thighs. She blushed at being so intimate with him. He grinned up at her from his position. "What is it you wish to know?" She found herself softly running her fingers in his inky black locks and gently smiling down upon him.

"What was your life like on Earth?" She asked.

He shrugged indifferently not conveying many emotions. "I suppose it was normal. My childhood was normal. My mother was kind and gentle. Everyone she met loved her. My father was… a man of war I suppose. I knew much of war growing up. I suppose you have heard stories about the War of Beryl?" Serenity nodded. "He led the armies in the war. It was a brutal one. Our people turned against each other. It was time of distrust. He was hard but I suppose that was how he was raised. He did not think much with emotions."

"Were you apart of the army?" He shifted almost uncomfortably and blew out a sigh.

"Yes I was for a while. I was a commanding officer… I suppose you could say I was born into the position taking after my father. It was tough in the beginning. My father passed dying in battle. I had much responsibility placed on me. I did not know how to handle it for a while. My biggest fear was failing. " He struggled for the right words.

"I can imagine that would be a hard position to be in. Living up to the person your father was. I know how it feels to live in one's shadow." She trailed off. Of course, Serenity understood. Endymion realized he had not spoken about his parents in quite some time. He NEVER shared his feelings with a woman either. Nevertheless, here he was spilling his thoughts and emotion to this moon nymph.

"Do you know the Prince?" She inquired.

"Yes, we were in battle together." He stated.

"What is he like?" She asked.

Endymion struggled for the right words. "He is to himself. He is a strong leader. Not a person to beat around the bush I suppose. He can be quite arrogant but he is always trying to do what is best for his people. He does not want to be the tyrant his father was. The only people he is close with are his war generals."

"He sounds admirable." She said softly. Endymion sharply looked at her. He had not expected her to say that. She looked down and giggled at the look he gave her. "I am serious. I have heard he was really close to his mother. She recently passed away and not much longer after his father died in battle. Being thrown into leading a planet is not an easy thing. It is very admirable. I could not imagine being in such a position. My mother is a wonderful leader to know one day I will have to take her place is intimidating alone; being thrown into the leading position suddenly overnight is another story." Endymion looked at Serenity in awe. She was unknowingly praising him. Understanding his burdens. She was amazing.

"I know you must think I am crazy, but I just I understand I suppose." She continued softly. She felt his hand at her cheek.

"You are full of surprises Princess." He murmured.

"You do not even know the half of it. I have another question for you. Do you know General Kunzite?" She asked.

She caught him off guard with that question. Why would she want to know if he knew Kunzite? "Yes, I do. Why? Have a crush on him?" He teased but was jealous at the thought. Kunzite was always sneaking off and had an informant on the Moon. Could Serenity be his inside source? The thought made him murderous with rage. The image of Serenity's soft lips upon his generals.

She scoffed. "Hardly! I have not even seen him before. I uh asked because a friend of mine and him are…close I suppose you could say." She shifted uncomfortably but continued. "I suppose I just would like to know what kind he man he is. I would not want my friend to get hurt."

"Kunzite is one of the best men I know. I promise you your friend is safe. I suppose it goes without saying this friend of yours is in love with him?" She nodded bashfully. "Well Kunzite is one of the most loyal people I know, he takes care of his own, dedicated to those closest to him, and he is honestly one of the best people I know. I do not bestow that on many."

Serenity let out a sigh. "That is a relief. I was almost frightened I would have to challenge him to a duel." Endymion chuckled. "A duel?"

"That is right. I do not let my friends date just anyone. I would have to fight for her honor." She stated haughtily

"I could not imagine a petite thing as you carrying around a sword." He laughed.

"I never said I would use a sword as my weapon of choice." She wagged her finger at him. He sat up interested. "What would your weapon of choice be?"

"Seduction of course." She slyly smiled. This surprised him. The pure angel of the moon a seductress. She leaned into him closer and his breath caught. She smelled of honey and vanilla. She ran her hands up his chest and around his neck. She leaned in closer. He could feel her breath on his lips. Closing his eyes, he leaned in being caught off guard when he felt himself being pushed to the ground. He sputtered in shock. She was laughing now. Clutching her stomach. "You should have seen the look on her face."

He growled. "If I was you princess, I would start running." She stopped laughing suddenly. Serenity gulped and took off running. Endymion chases after the little angel and surprisingly she was fast. He grinned to himself but he was faster. She ran down the hill and ended up missing a step. Like the clumsy girl, she tripped and began rolling down the hill. Laughter spilled from her lips. Endymion not approaching her too fast tripped and began tumbling too. That ended at the bottom both laughing out of breath laying side by side. Endymion felt as if he could burst. He had not remembered the last time he had been this happy this care free. He turned and looked at Serenity. She was flushed from exertion and laughter. She was stunning. He found his laughing dying and himself drowning in her eyes. He rolled over propping himself over here. She stared at him silently, as if she was studying him. Slowly he leaned down and captured her sweet lips. She sighed into the kiss. She dreamt of his lips all night and the burning sensation he ignited in her. She wrapped his arms around his neck bringing him closer. He settled his weight in between her legs. He groaned into her mouth when he felt her body innocently rubbing against his own. He began to trail kisses down her neck, her breathing becoming harsher.

He felt himself harden. Her little whimpers and pants beginning to drive him mad. He nipped at her swells. Shaped like beautiful silver half-moons peeking out from her dress. He brought his hand up cupping her breast through the material of her dress; he felt her nipples harden in her arousal. She emitting a soft moan beneath them.

"Darien!" She gasped. She stared at him with utter trust and it astounded him. She was so damn beautiful.

"Do you want me to stop?" He asked his voice becoming hoarse with passion.

She shook her head. "No, don't stop." He continued the kneading of her breast. Bringing his head back down to capture her lips once more. She began rubbing her hips against his grinding into his erection. He groaned loud into her mouth. She was going to kill him. It was the sweetest torture. She ran her hands down his clothed stomach pulling his tunic from his trousers. She snuck her small hands under his shirt and around to his back grazing her nails slightly against his taunt muscles. He had to stop this now. It was getting out of hand. He was not going to take her innocence here, certainly not like this. He broke this kiss. Running a hand through his hair. Damn it. He wanted her. His body was on fire. This was no longer about making her pay.

"Is something wrong?" She asked her voice still filled with passion. He shook his head rapidly.

"No, No! Trust me nothing is wrong, Angel. I just I was getting to carried away. You seem to make me lose my mind." She blushed prettily. He laid a gentle kiss upon her forehead.

"Come Angel. It is getting late. We do not need them looking for you." He got up his arousal still painfully obvious. He took her hand and pulled her up. He wrapped his arm around her and led her to the horse.

"I have decided to name her Amil. It means hope." She stated softly running her hands through the mane of the beautiful creature.

He nodded. "Amil, what a fitting name."

How fitting it truly was. Amil brought Darien and her together. Hope is what they had to look forward too. The hope of this lasting forever and for a changing future. Serenity knew what she had to say next.

"My surprise, I want to tell you it." She turned to him.

"You do not have to." He said.

"I know, but I want to. I am going to ask my alliance members to induct Earth into the Silver Alliance." She stated suddenly. Looking at him for his reaction.

"Wha- What?" He barely managed out. "Why?"

"It's time this ends. I want the best for my people. Earth and the Moon were so close long ago. It is time for a change. The trade could be so prosperous for both economies; both Lunarians and Terrans would have to be jailed for falling in love with one another. Our armies can be stronger and all this tension will be gone. It would be a new generation. A new hope." She finished passionately.

His breathing became ragged and his blood ran cold. None of this made sense. "But, that does not make any sense. We are going to be at war?"

She laughed absurdly. "War? We are not going to war with Earth."

He looked confused. "You are sure of that?"

She nodded. "Of course. I may be kept in the dark about somethings but I always know about things like that. My Senshi would have told me. The last meeting they decided to keep the peace with Earth."

Endymion felt sick. Anne lied. Which meant that Serenity was truly the innocent and loving girl who cared for her people. That there was no threat. He had to speak to Nephrite and fast. They had fucked up. HE had fucked up.

"Darien are you alright?" She asked. He nodded mutely.

"Yeah. I am tired is all come on let's get you back."

He could not believe how stupid he had been and how blind. He could feel the anger in him rising. Lady Anne was going to have hell to pay.

….

Location: Moon, Palace Ball Room

Raye quietly made her way to the ballroom. The queen had left her a note saying she needed help with some final changes for tomorrow night's ball. She entered the ballroom. Everything seemed finished for the most part. Perhaps she wanted a second opinion.

"Your Majesty?" Raye called out. She heard a throat clear behind her and turned around. She almost groaned allowed.

"What are you doing in here?" She barked.

"Good evening Harry. How are you?" He asked beaming at Raye.

"I was fine until I saw you." She muttered. She did not know what about the handsome man got under her skin. "You have to leave. I am meeting the Queen. She wanted me to help her with…. Wait a minute. Why are you here? The Queen is not coming is she? This is some stupid ploy to get me to meet you. URG!" She shook her head in disbelief. "You are impossible!"

"Impossibly sexy would you say?" He smirked.

"Get. This. Through. Your. Thick. Head. I do NOT want to date you." She turned to leave.

"Wait! Listen, I just think you are beautiful. The first time I saw you I figured you would never talk to a person like me so I just tried the funny approach. However, I am sorry I will leave you alone now." He sighed dejected.

"Wait… Ok, ONE evening together. Do not even thinking about touching or kissing me or it is over!" She stated.

"Yes! You will not be disappointed." He said.

"Yeah, yeah, let's get this over with. By the way my name is Raye." She muttered leading the way.

"Raye Harriet Bush? What a weird name." He thought allowed.

…

Location: Earth, Kunzite's Chambers

A loud knocking awoke Kunzite from his slumber. He rose groggily. Mina and he had made love for hours before she had to depart back to the moon. He succumb to his slumber briefly after her departure. He put on his robe and made his way to the door. He the door to reveal Zoicite. He looked pale.
"Zoicite! What's the matter?" He asked quickly.

"Kunz…Lord Wrath was assassinated last night." Kunzite felt his blood run cold.

***Mwahahah! I know you hate me! But I love cliff hangers! Keeps the suspense!****