3 weeks ago, various locations in Tokyo

Immediately following the defeat of Chaos, star seeds were "reborn" as they landed once again on Earth, released from Galaxia's captivity. As Princess Serenity, her final wish after the battle with Galaxia was to see everyone alive and happy.

We should be careful what we wish for.

Zoisite fell to his knees as he breathed in smells of Tokyo. From the pungent odor of the exhaust to the sweet smells wafting through the air from the bakery, everything was taken in by the general and yet nothing was known to the man.

When the star seeds touched down on Earth, lives were restored. Everyone was taken to the spot where their soul had last left its mark. Looking up from the pavement, he takes note of his location as being near a busy intersection with the smell of Yaki Imo filling his nostrils. The baked sweet potatoes were a comfort for him, giving his mind something to focus on while everything else was simply over stimulating. Even in the Silver Millennium the Yaki Imo was a common treat for the people to enjoy as they traveled from one village to another.

Rising to his feet once more, Zoisite backs into an ally to collect his thoughts and not draw attention to himself. Taking refuge in the shadows he allowed himself time to adjust to his new surroundings. The sun was setting and he looked to the skies to see 4 stars blazing a trail across the heavens as the moon rose to her heavenly throne.

Zoisite was alone and yet he was surrounded by people. How did I get here. I feel like I know this place and yet I don't know where I am. I don't know when I am. Where is Amy? The last thing I remember is talking to her in the gardens at the moon Palace? This looks like Earth…. but it can't b e. What are those strange metal things that people are sitting in?

Are they a beast of some sort or is it a transportation device? What do I do? I must find the other generals and return to my Prince's side at once! Rising once more, Zoi finds the conviction to look for his friends.

"Stop."

"Who's there?"

"I am the keeper of the keys, guardian of Space and Time. Go to Shib a Park and you will find what you are looking for."

"How can I trust you? I can't even see you."

"Do not make me regret my decision to help you. Go. Now. Your brothers are on their way to meet you at the fountain at Shib a Park. Do not delay or all could b e lost."

Standing on the sidewalk, Zoisite turns his head looking for the park. Finally he notices a bus route that gives a small map showing the direction to the park. Now that he has a purpose he sets off, charging up the street to find his comrades before something else unexpected or unknown could happen. Little did he know the attention he was gathering for although he was not 'born' in his birthday suit, he was wearing his royal court attire from the Earthen Kingdom.

The generals all wore light armor similar Prince Endymion. Starting at the bottom you would see their black knee high leather boots which were covered in black steel. They all wore breaches of navy blue that matched their tunics. Silver scroll work adorned the sleeves. There was a breastplate over the tunic which was black with silver trim to match the sleeves of the tunic. A thick steel belt went around the waist which was overlaid in silver. Extending from the belt was a pair of armored pieces called tassets which covered the outer thighs. The tasset on the armor would protect the otherwise exposed thighs to injury. At the shoulders were a set of silver covered steel caps called pauldrons which the cape connected to. And strapped around each waste was a leather belt with which their double bladed broadsword was sheathed.

Standing in formation with the Prince in the middle, each man would look very similar to the man standing next to him.

However, the Prince had his insignia of a rose on each pauldron and a red hilted sword with a sheath of red leather trimmed in silver. Also, the cape of the Prince was black on the back and bright rose red on the inside so as the cape would move when the Prince walked, the red would offset the armor.

As Zoisite entered the Shiba Park, he scanned for his brothers and found them all to be quickly approaching the fountain, each from different directions. Each man was easily identifiable. Not only were they each in their light armor but each man was trimmed in his own color on both his cape and sheath of the sword. Zoisite was blue. Kunzite was golden.

Nephrite was hunter green. Jadeite was deep blood red.

"Kunzite, what is going on?" Jadeite, ever impetuous, questions his commander.

"I am not sure I was instructed to come meet you here."

"You too? I heard a woman's voice. It was like she was standing next to me but I could not see her anywhere." Zoisite responded.

"I cannot speak for the three of you but this feels like a trap. I feel like someone is watching us and it is too convenient to be led this way. We must prepare for attack! Then we can figure out where we are." Nephrite was quickly losing patience and was already making rash decisions.

"We are out in the open in what appears to be a public recreational site. I see no harm in that." Zoisite was attempting to be rational even though his instincts screamed to be on alert. "Also it is night time, do you notice how differently the people are dressed. We make a sore sight in out attire when contrasted to these people. No one even has sword. We would be making a scene if the sun was up and people were going about their business. As it is, I believe people to be going home to supper so we can draw fewer curious gazes where we are now."

"If I wanted you dead I would have killed you where I found you. Atleast you followed my orders. Good. I am glad you are here and I want to answer your questions but first I need you to listen to me."

Each of the generals were instantly on high alert, surveying the area looking for the source of the woman addressing them. Under Prince Endymion, the generals underwent rigorous training exercises and so their muscles respond with little forethought.

"Put your sword away Nephrite. I will not harm you, yet. So long as you do as I ask I can promise you that I am your friend." Walking from behind a Cherry Tree, Sailor Pluto approached the men.

"No, it can't be. I thought you were only a legend…."

"Who are you talking about Jadeite?" Kunzite looked between the shocked face of his brother and the small smile that played around Pluto's face.

"Yes I am real and as I am sworn to protect the princess the same as you. You will find that we are on the same side. Let me formally introduce myself." Bowing her head in respect, Pluto looked up to meet each generals gaze as she revealed her identity and purpose. "I am Princess Trista of Pluto, Sailor Pluto of the outer court of the royal Moon Kingdom. I am charged with with the task of guarding time and space forever."

"Whoa, who thought that the infamous Sailor Pluto would be hot?"

"Watch your tongue Nephrite." Kunzite snapped.

Smiling at their antics, Trista decided it was time to reveal her reason for interfering with their first evening among the living. Starting with the threats of Queen Beryl against the Prince Endymion and Princess Serenity, Trista detailed the events leading up to Queen Serenity's wish of a future and happiness for her people and how she sent them to Earth to be born 1,000 years later. Skipping over the identity crisis of Serena/Sailor Moon/Princess Serenity, she told the generals of how Queen Beryl kidnapped them and forever changed their lives as her henchmen who were then ordered to kill the

very people they had sworn to protect.

"NEVER!" Was the single, unanimous cry of each general.

Sadly it was true and Trista told them as much. The generals didn't know what was more horrifying. On the one hand, the generals killed their lovers on the moon before its fall and on the other hand the scouts were forced to kill their look-alikes here on Earth. For no matter what each general felt, each was certain that the person who killed their loves and enacted such terrible crimes against the people of Earth was not the men standing before Trista.

"I honestly cannot tell you one way or the other if you were the people who performed those deeds. That is a question you must work out on your own. Even if I told you the answer, you may not believe me. You would never have gained the benefits of traveling that path on your own if I give you the answer."

"What benefits?" Zoisite exclaimed.

Shaking her head, Trista refused to respond.

"I am only here to ensure that the four of you continue on the correct path to ensure the future of this planet."

"Fine, I understand there are things you cannot share but what can you tell us Sailor Pluto?" Kunzite demanded.

"3 Things I will tell you after you have given me your word that you will obey the rules I set before you from now until I say

otherwise."

"I don't know about this agreement. It sure seems like either way we are screwed." said Nephrite.

"I for one am willing to take a risk if it means I see Raye again. Never have I loved another woman and never will I love anyone else as long as I live." Jadeite replied rather passionately.

"I have never loved anyone but Amy, but that does not mean that this is the right choice. Our allegiance is with our prince. How can we swear to abide by the rules of someone we didn't even know existed until this evening? This could cause many unforeseen problems." said Zoisite.

"No one is questioning anyone's heart. We all know how important they were to us and Endy was a brother. But the fact remains in this time, they believe we betrayed and killed them, not once but attempted to do so twice before we ourselves were killed. After everything Trista has told us of the past and with everything that lies before us I believe we must go out on faith. As the leader I can force your hand but in this instance, as personal as this situation is, you each must make your own choice." Leveling each general with a look to impress upon his fellow brothers his sincerity, Kunzite turned to Trista once more. "I agree to your terms."

"You already have had my answer Trista, I Jadeite agree as well."

"In light of so many facts and with so much that lies before us that is unaccounted for, I too must agree to go out on faith. I, Zoisite, agree as well."

"Well ****!..." Looking ashamed at his outburst, Nephrite rubbed his hand on the back of his neck before looking Trista in her eyes. "Fine, I go where my brothers go. I agree as well."

With more humor than either general was willing to confess seeing in the face of the mysterious scout, they stood ready to hear the promised intelligence concerning their fate. Excepting the fact that Nephrite was vehemently hoping Trista would forget the bit about the rules.

"First, I will tell you that Lita, Mina, Amy, Raye, Serenity, and Endymion are alive and well here in this time. They have not been 'dropped' into time from the Silver Millennium the way you four have but rather they were reincarnated, born to families. They have lived lives. This means they have another history full of people and experiences you know nothing about. They are not the same people here on Earth. Serenity has a new name, she is called Serena Tsukino. Endymion goes by the name of Darien Shields. This is important because for you, no time has seemingly passed. However, you must understand that the those six people and their past, are not the same people you knew. Yes, somewhere in their memories are the people you knew but you CANNOT expect them to feel and think the same way they did when you knew them."

Trista was trying her hardest to get the generals to accept this but it was obvious from the indignant looks, these men were not giving up on their girls.

"You did say they were reincarnated when you explained our pasts to us, shouldn't we also have already assume that meant they had led a separate life?" Zoisite was captain of the 'obvious' team and was batting 100.

"Yes Zoisite, but I cannot have you forcing or impressing upon the girls their need to recognize you as their lovers. There are bigger things to concern ourselves with then you all dating the scouts."

"So what are we supposed to do? Sit back and ignore them?" Nephrite was not giving up.

"Not exactly. This brings me to my second bit of information. In this world, you're, well for a lack of better words, evil twins had an impact on the people around here in Tokyo so you could be recognized. But that also means that while 'you' were running around you left behind lives that could be beneficial seeing as how you are here now. These lives are going to be the foundation on which you could build your futures. I know that you do not have to like what you will be offered but seeing as how you are here with nothing it is better to have a way to live than to run around like a chicken with your head

cut off trying to learn everything and fit in. I think you should just accept them as they are and worry about making changes after you have had time to adjust."

Since the generals were nodding, Trist took it upon herself to tell the men about their business ventures while they were working for Beryl and how that left some financial support behind for their use. It was tedious explaining how banking worked and understanding apartments and cell phones but after another hour of discussion and the promise of having a little bit of control over their futures, the men were eager to ask and retain as much as possible.

"The third and final thing I have to tell you about is a place called Crystal Tokyo. In the future, the 30th century to be exact, Serena and Darien will ascend the throne and rule on earth in their new kingdom as Neo Queen Serenity and King Endymion. The 4 Scouts will also be by their side as counsel and protection. If you want to be there with them in that future then you must, and I repeat must not seek out the girls. If you interrupt the time stream by seeking out the girls now then you will lose forever the chance to be with the girls. I cannot stress how one little pebble, when dropped in a pond creates ripples that can change many different things about the future. So I repeat, if you want to live to see Crystal Tokyo you will stay away from the girs. Not only is this my last bit of advice for you but it is also my first rule. You break this rule and there is no going back and fixing it. You will be forced to suffer the consequences of your impatience."

The generals looked like a puppies that had their favorite toys taken away. Each man was standing there thinking hard about how unprepared they were for this life. No matter how they looked at it they felt miserable. Forced into a place they didn't know, only to discover their friends and lovers were also here but unable to talk to them and if they did talk to them how to relate or convince them they were speaking the truth. Miserable didn't really cover it. Kunzite, Zoisite, Jadeite and Nephrite were feeling broken hearted and wretched. They didn't know if they should throw up or go break something.

"I see you are at least accepting your fate. Lets get back to the rules shall we? Rule number one, do not interact with or approach the girls. Do not let them see you. If you want to follow them, so be it. But do not let them recognize you."

Jadeite looked a little hopeful knowing he could follow Raye. Just to be near her again made his skin tingle and this feet itch to start looking.

"Rule number 2, you must change your appearance. Hair color can stay the same, style on the other hand can be groomed and trimmed to give you a different look. You must learn the style of clothing people wear in this time so you can look the part of your new lives."

Zoisite being a bit vain was a little too excited about this rule. He was already considering how to best set off his person to take advantage of the new trends.

"Rule number 3, you must not power up and reveal that you are stronger than any other 'normal' person. I do not want you attracting untoward attention. Since the girls are all scouts, they will instantly know when there is a disturbance in the air and when a strong power is near by. Amy's computer can locate it close enough for the girls to track it down. Stay incognito. When the time is right you will be face to face with the girls and everything will come out in the open. For now you must remember what I have told you and obey my rules. Now the decisions are yours. You obey and you will be happy. Grow impatient or do not trust me and you will suffer."

After all the talking and listening that had taken place the time had grown late.

"This is where I leave you. Kunzite you know where your apartment is correct? Good. Then go there and take the generals with you. You will find what you need for tonight and tomorrow go to the bank and withdraw some money to go find you suitable clothing. And please remember to change your hair. No one in Tokyo in this age has those hairstyles. 3 of you have hair past your shoulders and that will be to easy to recognize and remember. You must stay out of the way and try not to draw attention to yourselves. I will return before two months is up to check in with you all. Take care."

With that Trista turned and walked into nothing as she disappeared from sight before their eyes.

"Well men, lets go to my 'a part mint'."

"No, you're saying it wrong it is a 'spart mint'."

"You are both imbeciles, apartment is the word. Do neither of you use your brains?" Zoisite had had enough for one night and led the way by following Trista's instructions.

Present day, at the indoor beach

"I don't know why you made us wait so long to get here Kunzite. We could have been here yesterday when we knew the girls were arriving. What is the point of following their every move and eavesdropping if we wait?" Nephrite was clearly cranky.

"I have already told you a hundred times. I am Ken. That is Jade and Zach. And you my dear friend are Nate. If you don't get it through your head then I will beat it into you so we don't blow our cover." Zach/Zoisite replied.

"What was the word again you learned on the information box Jade?"

"You mean the internet and computer? It was stalker. We don't want chargers brought against us because if we are seen as harassing someone then the 'please men' will be called. So we are being PATIENT."

"Calm down you three, I see them over there. They just came in…." As Ken/Kunzite stopped talking, the guys noticed his mouth hanging open and turned to see the girls. Every general had to check himself for he was blatantly staring at the ladies who had just walked in, trailed closely by Darien in his swim trunks and top.

Having been born in the Silver Millennium it was unheard of for a woman to swim with men in a public place. Women swam in their own pool or separate area in the water that was restricted to prohibit the males. It was offensive and forbidden for them to swim together. But equally shocking was the fact that the generals were seeing their heart's desire in the least amount of clothing they had ever witnessed. It was almost necessary to fetch a mop and a defibrillator to clean up the mess and start their hearts again. Jadeite was quickly restrained by Kunzite and Zoisite as he was desperately trying to walk over to Raye. Their level headed leader had just enough sense to drag the men over to a shady spot to regain their composure.

"How can we just sit here? My Lita is right there!"

"You know why, don't make me have to break it down for you again Nate." Zach/Zoisite ground out.

"As you wish, your majesty…. but if anyone tries anything with my Lita I will be over there to take care of it myself."

"Couldn't have said it better myself." Jade shot back.

Little did the men know just how much attention they were attracting. With their swim trunks matching their signature colors cut to the latest fashions. As well as their shorter cropped hair and muscles showing from years of military training. It was hard to say who had the most attention, the generals, who were oblivious, or the scouts who were enjoying every minute of it.

"EEEEEE! Look at all the hotties! Raye check it out there are so many to choose from." Mina was almost dragging her friends through the turnstile.

"I thought you wanted to find your soulmate?" Raye rolled her eyes at the blonde's antics.

"I do but this is going to be so much fun. I can find them later. Oh my gosh look at those two. Ripped and brown wavy locks. Raye this is like a candy store of boys! Where do we start?"

"I just want to find a nice place to sit and read my book. You guys go and have fun."

"No way Amy, we said we would make an entrance. Get over here. You too Lita, Serena move your butt." Everyone was smiling as the girls followed through the turnstile and lined up like they had planned hoping to make a statement walking in together.

Mina had checked everyone over before leaving the rooms to make sure they were all looking fabulous. Now was her moment to shine. Walking down the steps together, a little slower than necessary, they stopped at the top of the second flight down to take in the sights and relish looking good with their best friends. I am so glad Artemis isn't here he would have a fit and cough up a hairball.

"Hey ladies, I see a spot over in the middle where we can have our own table and a few lounge chairs. Lets go stake a claim before we lose it to someone else." Darien chuckled as the girls recognized his spot as a prime location for watching everything around them without missing anything.

After setting down bags with sunscreen, the roof being retractable and plexiglass, UV rays were still able to give sunburns, they then began to take off their Kimono wraps.

It was more than apparent the amount of attention the girls were gathering as they disrobed and turned to each other to decide where to go first. After deciding to go first to the wave pool, everyone headed away from their spot to enjoy the gentle sway of the heated pool.

Walking in together only to their waste the stopped to enjoy the water and continue their hunt for boys. The wave pool went to 6 feet deep but who wants to have wet hair just yet.

It didn't take long for the attention to turn against the girls. Seeing as there were 5 beautifully fit females in very attractive bathing suits, a group of 3 guys swam over to invite the girls to enjoy their company. Despite Darien being with the girls, the thickheaded guys refused to take 'no' convinced that the girls needed their company. Each one was hoping to claim a beauty for themselves. After the girls ignored the boys, the largest and loudest of the guys decided to grab Raye's arm to turn her attention back on himself. That was the exact moment trouble started.

"Hey if they are going in the wave pool, why don't we join them?" Nate/Nephrite suggested.

"No, we don't want to get too close. We can either go ride a tube or go down a slide but it is unwise to be in the same area as the girls." Zack/Zoisite responded.

"I can't believe how good Mina looks in the outfit." Ken/Kunzite had not realized he spoke allowed.

Given his very private and reserved nature, the generals were surprised to hear his declaration.

"I can't believe this. I am stuck sitting here while those three losers are putting the moves on our girls.

Look at that, they look like 'feetball' players. They are huge." Jade/Jadeite grumbled.

"Football. And I'm not sure the girls like those guys so they should leave soon." Zack responded after watching the girls.

"See there, Darien is defending the girl's honor. We can stay here."

Ken spoke too soon.

"WHAT!? IS. HE. DOING. TO. RAYE?" Jade was out of his seat and running across the sandy beach.

"Shoot. Here goes our cover. Lets go." As soon as the big jerk grabbed Raye's arm, all four generals were on their feet and now running to their rescue.

"Hey! Let go of me jerk!" Raye hollered at the brute who was now squeezing her arm. Before he could respond he was knocked into the water with a well aimed blow the chin. He came up splashing around looking for his footing, spitting out water to find who attacked him.

"Look I appreciate your chivalry but I had it under control." Raye still had not looked. She was too busy focusing on the jerk in front of her deciding if she needed to add her own set of injuries to him.

But Amy and Serena had. Darien, Lita, Mina and Raye were still preoccupied with the three ignoramuses in front of them. They didn't want to turn their attention incase a second round was called for.

"Hey don't mind me I was only trying to come to your rescue fire angel." Jadeite spat at Raye. After watching Raye for 3 weeks and seeing her not recognizes his existence caused Jadeite a good bit of bitterness to take root.

It was a good thing there was plenty of air under the dome. After the breath of air the scouts sucked in you would have thought they had it all in their lungs with none to spare. What was unexpected was Darien's reaction.

BAMM.

Jadeite received a blow right across his chin, effectively knocking him in the water while the three uninvited guests decided it was time to leave. He didn't stop there. Darien proceeded to punch each general across the chin until each one was gasping for air as they came up out of the water.

Taking Serena by the hand, Darien led the girls out of the wave pool and back to the table to collect their things. Just at the wrong time, the security showed up and demanded that the 4 generals, the scouts, and Darien were to leave the dome for the day.

Everything happened so fast. One moment they were having fun and the next they were scrambling after Darien and Serena who were marching back to the resort to go back to their rooms. Never a word was said once Darien had struck the men. The girls were shocked. Never as Darien or Tuxedo Mask had they seen such a look of rage or contempt come across his face as had when he recognized the voice speaking to Raye. What was more shocking was how no one thought to transform. It must have been the long dead endearment Jadeite had uttered that had cast the spell, preventing anyone from thinking clearly. Little did they know that the guys had discovered their room numbers by bribing the

concierge desk and so they happened to be staying at the same hotel, on the same floor, on the same side of the building.

It was going to be a long couple of days before everyone was to catch their flight and go home.