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Chapter 22

Music started to fill the hall as the Senshi began to walk in. First walked in Lady Katriana followed by Sailor Neptune, Sailor Uranus and Sailor Pluto, each wearing their Senshi uniform except for Katri. Katri wore a sapphire gown with a tight bodice, tiered skirt, bell sleeves and a silver braided rope around her waist. Once they were at the front of the hall the music stopped and Katri stepped forward.

"Thank you for coming. Soon you will witness the coronation of Princess Serena of the Moon Kingdom as she becomes Neo-Queen Serenity. I ask that from this time forward you are silent and respectful. This is a glorious day in the history of the Earth and the universe." Katri paused as she looked back at the Senshi standing behind her. "Over a thousand years ago the Moon Kingdom existed and was a thriving part of this universe. It was ruled by Queen Serenity who was a gentle and kind ruler. She ruled from the moon and all who were part of her kingdom knew of her goodness. Her daughter Princess Serena was to one day take her place as ruler of the Moon Kingdom. But sadly that day never came. Just weeks before Princess Serena was to take more duties and responsibilities towards becoming the ruler of the Moon Kingdom they were attacked by Queen Beryl of the Negaverse.

"To protect her daughter and her court Queen Serenity sent them into the future with no memories of those days of peace. She sent them here to the Earth. But if the need was to arise and peace was shattered here on Earth then her daughter would be called up and become Sailor Moon. As you may recall the Sailor Senshi started appearing almost seven years ago, protecting this planet from all foresees that may seek to destroy it. Today the leader of the Sailor Senshi will become what she has always been destined to be, Neo-Queen Serenity. Ladies and gentlemen please rise for the Sailor Senshi and Princess Serena of the Moon Kingdom!"

Katri pointed to the back of the hall where the large double doors opened up to reveal the Sailor Senshi, Jupiter, Mars, Venus, then Mercury each dressed in their Senshi forms full of power and grandeur. As those who were there to witness the event stood the woman walked down the aisle towards the front to join the Outer Senshi each ready to do their part in this coronation. Soon all attention was back on the double doors as they opened up to reveal Princess Serena.

Serena opened her eyes and took a deep breath. This was it; there was no turning back now. She held her head high and began to walk down the isle. She could feel the cameras and eyes of those there to witness this watching her every move. Music started to play once more and she realized it was the same music that her star locket played for her and Darien back when they were together. She looked over at Jupiter to see her nodding and smiling at her in recognition of why this song was picked for her coronation. Soon she was standing at the front of the room facing all those who were there to witness this great event.

Sailor Pluto stepped forward and faced the Princess. "I am Sailor Pluto, guardian of space and time. I vow to protect you, my princess and queen for as long as I am a Sailor Senshi." In a flash of light she became Princess Pluto and bowed before Serena before stepping back to her side.

The other outer Senshi followed then Katriana stepped forward once more. "Do you Princess Serena pledge to rule this Earth in a manner that is fair and just?"

Serena looked out at those in attendance and realized that those in the crowd were their loved ones and friends, the very people they spent their teen years protecting. "I do."

"Do you Princess Serena vow to protect the people of Earth as Neo-Queen Serenity from all forces of evil?"

Before Serena could respond the inner Senshi stepped forward and turned to face Serena.

"I am Sailor Mercury and I pledge to protect you, my queen as your guardian of ice." Amy closed her eyes and became Princess Mercury. "As Princess Mercury I will guide you in laws of diplomacy and formalities."

"I am Sailor Venus, as a protector and a friend I vow to protect you as your guardian of love and friendship." Mina closed her eyes and became Princess Venus. "As Princess Venus I will help you to discern those whose intentions will harm this world and all those who live upon it."

"I am Sailor Mars and my promise is to you my best friend as your guardian of fire." Rei closed her eyes, tears falling down her cheeks and transformed into Princess Mars. "As the fiery Princess Mars I will protect you and be your eyes into the unknown."

"I am Sailor Jupiter. My solemn vow is to you not only as my queen but as my friend, to protect you with all of my strength and the power of lightning and thunder." Jupiter soon transformed into Princess Jupiter. "And as your strength I will protect you my queen and friend."

Each woman stepped back after bowing to their best friend, all having tears of pride sliding down their cheeks. Serena nodded to them and stepped forward ready to do her part.

"I am Princess Serena of the Moon Kingdom. As I become Neo-Queen Serenity this day I vow to protect the people of this wonderful planet and the entire universe from any who dare to harm it." Serena spoke with a voice of calm authority.

Katri stepped forward once more and looked out at those in attendance. "Are there any objections to Princess Serena becoming Neo-Queen Serenity and taking her place as the ruler of this planet?" Katri waited for a moment before turning back to face Serena.

Just as she was about to speak once more the doors at the back of the hall were opened as a voice sounded through the hall.

"Wait! I believe there is one more vow that needs to take place."