Hi! Sorry for the late update. 1) Been busy and 2) I had to write ahead so I didn't have to make a long pause…like what I just did. Hehe. So, here's the next episode. Once again, if you're going to hate Anna's love, then you can stop reading. But he's coming in about 3 more episodes (Sorry 4 the long wait). This stuff coming up about psychology isn't real and crappy. I'm just making it up to have it connect to the truth. Here's the big truth about Darien's behavior!
Episode: Nightmares
Anna health class decided to take a little turn. Rather than learning about physical and mental health, they decided to go deeper into the mind; close to actual psychology.
Teacher "The human mind usually makes what we what to think. There are some cases where what happens in the mind happens in reality."
It struck Anna's curiosity. She raised her hand.
Teacher "Yes."
Anna "So, if our mind tells us something, we automatically assume it's true?"
Teacher "Yes. The messages are especially powerful to a subconscious mind. Basically, the mind can make us believe anything in our sleep."
She went into deep thought. Subconscious mind…Darien's nightmares?
After school, she met up with Serena.
Serena "Hey, ready to go home?"
Anna "Yeah."
Anna checked her watch and hit her head.
Anna "Oh, man! I forgot that Andrew's on vacation and he needs me to run the arcade the whole day!"
Serena "Well, that's kinda rude: leaving the whole arcade to you."
Anna "It's ok. I'll handle it. Bye, Serena!"
She left for the arcade. When Anna got there, she nearly fainted.
The place was packed! Someone decided to have a party here. The entire building was run over by guests, including the Fruit Parlor upstairs. Anna went to work and became restless.
"Can I have some more tokens?"
"The machine's broken!"
"He stole my prize!"
"What's taking so long!?"
Anna "Just hold on, please!"
But they didn't. The crowd kept demanding and going. The afternoon went on.
Dusk fell as Elizabeth came down from the steps leading up to the Fruits Parlor.
Anna "Elizabeth!"
Elizabeth tried to go through the crowd to get to Anna.
Elizabeth "Looks like you need some help!"
Anna "I'd really appreciate it!"
Elizabeth "It's ok. I'll take over from here!"
Anna could hear an angel chorus sing. She ran out as fast as she could, leaving Elizabeth behind.
Anna "See ya!"
Elizabeth "Have fun!"
Anna rang the doorbell at the Tsukino residence. Serena's dad opened the door.
Dad "Hey, Anna. How was work?"
Anna groans "Tiring. I'm sorry for coming in late."
Dad "It's all right. Staying up for money is natural, unlike Serena, who stays up for video games…"
Serena "I heard that…"
She was at the foot of the stairs, waiting for Anna while she stared down at her father. Her father was caught by surprise.
Dad "Oh…Serena!"
Serena looked away pouting.
Serena "Dad, there's nothing wrong with a little fun."
Dad (The fun you have is never little!)
Serena "Come on, Anna. You must be exhausted."
Anna "Yeah."
They went upstairs and walked to their rooms.
Anna "Night. Serena."
Serena "Sleep tight."
Anna was staying up in the attic. Before she came to live with the Tsukinos, they cleaned out the attic and fixed up a bed. Anna was grateful for their hospitality.
She plopped down onto her mattress and felt free.
Anna (Crap, I still have some homework to do…)
But she was too exhausted. Anna fell into a deep slumber.
There was an endless field of flowers in the main garden. The queen chose the most beautiful flowers in the world. Birds twittered in the trees and sky as the air smelled fresh. It seemed like heaven. Anna closed her eyes as she stood in the middle of it all and enjoyed the feeling.
His gloved hand slid into hers. Anna was ecstatic and held it tightly.
Anna "How did you find me?"
"Went a long way. Can't remember."
Anna "How long can you stay?"
"Not long. They need my help."
Anna fell sad. She looked down at the flowers.
Anna "I wish you could stay forever."
They stayed silent for a moment.
"Don't worry."
He leaned in closer to her ear.
"We'll be together in the…future."
Anna looked up wide-eyed and gasped.
She sat up in bed abruptly. She looked around and realized that she was back in the attic.
Anna (It was all a dream…and he's gone…)
If only a dream could become reality…
Anna placed her feet on the floor. She tried to stand up, but felt dizzy.
Anna(Must be the aftermath of when you wake up.)
Anna tried to stand up again, but something was against her will to become fully awake. No matter how hard she tried, Anna couldn't rise from her bed.
Anna(What's going on?)
"Come. I must show you something."
A voice came. It wasn't his, but it sounded familiar.
It was as if someone cast a sleep spell on her. Anna fell back on the bed. Her muscles went numb. In her eyelids, white light blinded her.
Everyone was sitting down, preparing for the ceremony. It was a joyous day; all were happy.
Finally, Darien and Serena walked down the aisle in their elegant gown and cape. Everyone commented on their happiness.
"My, Serena, look how you've grown!"
"Lucky catch, Darien!"
"You're both so lovely together!"
Anna looked around her and saw the team dressed in lovely dresses for the occasion. She looked at herself as she wore a divine gray and silver dress. All of them smiled with pride as their princess had her dream come true.
The bride and groom reached the altar. They exchanged their vows and made their promises. At last, the moment of pure happiness. The crowd's eyes swelled with joyous tears. They leaned in closer.
Anna (Finally, they get their 'Happily Ever After'!)
CRAASH!!!
The earth shook and the ground shattered into a million pieces. Serena flew up in the air, away from Darien. She screamed in agony.
Darien "Serena!!"
He called out to her in pain. Anna ran up to him.
Anna "Darien, what's going on!? What is this!?"
Darien didn't respond. He continued to stare off for Serena. He acted like Anna didn't exist.
Anna "Darien!?"
"Darien, you must not go near Serena. She will fall into a terrible fate and perish."
The scenery changed around Anna. Serena was not standing far away in her wedding gown.
Anna "Serena! Get away from there!!"
Serena turned to them with teary eyes and transformed into Princess Serenity. She gave one last prayer before the ground around her shattered and crumbled, killing her instantly.
Darien "SERENA!!!"
Anna "NOOOO!!!"
Anna was frightened by the lightning outside and woke up. Nighttime came and a rainstorm followed. She breathed heavily and shook her head.
Anna "What a nightmare!"
The thought hit her.
Anna (Darien's nightmares!?)
Anna jumped out of bed and ran down the attic stairs. In the hall, Serena was exiting her room. Anna stopped and stared with fear. She can't talk to Serena with the knowledge of her fate.
Serena "Hey, Anna. Feeling better?"
Anna "Uh…yeah. Lots. I…I gotta go somewhere, Serena. I'll see you later."
She ran past Serena and down the other stairs.
Serena "But it's raining! Are you sure you'll be all right!?"
But Anna kept running. She grabbed her coat, wore it, and ran out the front door. She never bothered to put on her hood.
Anna (She doesn't know anything! How can anyone get the guts to tell her!? Oh, Serena, I'm so sorry! But I gotta straighten it out with Darien!)
Someone banged on his door as Darien was reading.
Darien "Who is it?"
Anna "Darien, open the door!"
Darien "Anna?"
He closed his book and set it aside. Darien opened the door and met Anna soaking wet from head to toe, exhausted from running.
Darien "What are you doing out in a rain like this? You're soaked!"
Anna "Forget…pant…that. I need to talk to you."
Darien "Couldn't it wait until morning? You're gonna get…"
Anna "I saw the dream. Serena's going to die, isn't she?"
Darien stared in shock.
Darien "You had it, too?"
Anna "Yeah. Just now."
He moved out of the way.
Darien "Come on. You'll get sick."
Anna sat down on the sofa, tired. Darien found a towel and gave it to her to dry herself with. He sat down across from her on his table.
Darien "So, you saw the same dream? About our wedding?"
Anna "Yeah. I was exhausted from work. To tell you the truth, I was kind of forced into seeing the dream. When I woke up and saw Serena, I panicked. Darien, I'm really sorry for walking out on you like that. I didn't realize you were getting hurt."
Darien "It's my fault. I should have told you why I was treating Serena like that."
Anna "To protect her, right? Making sure the dream didn't come true?"
Darien "Yeah. I felt terrible leaving her out like that. And I can't tell her the truth. Not after everything I did."
He looked down. Anna felt depressed. Water dripped down on Darien's hands. She thought she didn't dry herself enough, but really…Darien was crying!
Darien "I felt so alone with this secret. Anna…I'm so glad you found out. Forgive me!"
Anna placed her hand on Darien's shoulder. It comforted him to know that she was on his side.
Darien "AAH!!!"
He fell forward and groaned in pain.
Anna "Darien!!"
Darien "Se…re…na…she's in trouble!"
They walked towards the door.
"SOLAR STAR POWER!!"
The scouts were at the construction site, facing the Black Moon Sisters: Catzi. Bertie, Avery, and Prisma. Rain poured down on their faces as they glared at each other with animosity.
Avery "One more time! Give up the moon brat!!"
Jupiter "Forget it Weird Sisters! You'll lose!"
Bertie "We'll see about that."
As lightning flashed and rain poured, a man with red hair and an invert black moon symbol appeared.
Sisters "Rubeus!"
Rubeus "Listen up, Sisters! If you fail this one, don't bother coming back to Crystal Tokyo!"
Mercury "Crystal Tokyo? What's that!?"
Rubeus "None of your concern, scouts! Now, get them!!"
The Weird Sisters charged at the sailor scouts. The battle began!
Sailor Galaxy and Tuxedo Mask tried to keep themselves dry in the shadows of the trees. The pairings were dead even: Catzi with Mars, Bertie and Mercury, Avery and Venus, and Prisma against Jupiter.
"MARS FIRE IGNITE!!!"
The heat was intense.
"SHINE AQUA ILLUSION!!!"
The hydro force was powerful.
"VENUS LOVE CHAIN ENCIRCLE!!!"
Metal chains swirled around.
"JUPITER THUNDERCLAP ZAP!!!"
Thunder balls were thrown.
Rubeus chased Sailor Moon throughout the site. She kept slipping on wet mud, making it easier for Rubeus to catch her. He wringed her neck, almost suffocating the princess.
The scouts and the sisters were exhausted from battle. They kept their distances and waited for the other one to strike. But the scouts already noticed Rubeus.
Mars "Sailor Moon!"
They ran to help their leader from harm. The Sisters chased them in the cold rain.
"SOLAR RAZOR STARS FLASH!!!"
Sailor Galaxy jumped out of their cache. The stars slashed at the Weird Sisters and weakened them.
Venus "Sailor Galaxy! Tuxedo Mask! You came!"
Tuxedo Mask came down as well and struck at Rubeus by extending his cane. Rubeus fell back and dropped Sailor Moon, who ended up in the arms of Tuxedo Mask.
Rubeus "Damn you, Cape Boy!!"
Galaxy "Not so fast!"
Sailor Galaxy tackled Rubeus and sent him flying into a mound of dirt.
Rubeus "Dammit!"
Rubeus teleported away, leaving the scene.
Sisters "Rubeus!"
The Weird Sisters were still conscious! The scouts turned around, preparing to battle again. Tuxedo Mask helped Sailor Moon stand up.
Moon "Wait, you guys."
The scouts had questioning faces.
Moon "Are you giving up?"
The Sisters stood up.
Catzi "Yeah, I guess we are."
Bertie "Go ahead, finish us off."
Avery "We're not going anywhere."
Prisma "We've lost everything."
Galaxy "That's stupid! Just because your boss dumped you, you're giving up!? You guys have a chance to make up for everything, a chance to reveal yourselves: the truth."
These words reached Tuxedo Mask. Sailor Galaxy wanted them to. The rain slowly began to stop and show gray clouds.
Venus "Hey, Sailor Moon. How about we give them that chance?"
Sailor Moon smiled and nodded.
Moon "Of course."
She took out her crescent moon wand. The princess drew a ring of energy around her with healing dust.
"MOON HEALING ACTIVATION!!!"
The energy expelled all evil influences and powers from the Sisters. They reappeared in normal clothes.
Bertie "Thank you, Sailor Moon."
Prisma "We're very grateful for this."
The scouts welcomed the sisters to human life. Tuxedo Mask nodded at Sailor Galaxy and they began to leave.
Moon "Wait!"
They stopped for a moment and turned to her as Sailor Moon ran up to them.
Moon "…Thank you…for coming to help us. But, tell me…are you ever going to say what it is that's making you ignore me?"
Sailor Galaxy looked up at Tuxedo Mask, who looked away from both of their glances. She hoped that he considered her little speech earlier.
Mask "Someday, when the time's right."
He walked away into the darkness.
Galaxy "Same here."
Sailor Moon turned to her as Sailor Galaxy turned to the princess.
Galaxy "There's this thing bothering us right now, but we'll reveal everything when the time comes. I'm sorry…about all this."
Sailor Galaxy left the team at the construction site.
Galaxy (I'm sorry, Serena. I hate lying to you, but I'm ashamed of facing you now.)
Sammy "Aw, do you really have to go?"
Anna "Yes. I'm sorry for being a bother to you."
The following morning, Anna returned to the Tsukinos to pack up and leave.
Mom "No, not at all. Please, come back anytime."
Anna "Thank you."
Rini appeared from behind Mrs. Tsukino. She expected Anna to glare at her, but instead the solar scout gave a content smile.
Anna (That girl's involved with everything somehow. And we're gonna find out why.)
Serena came down with Anna's things.
Serena "Here they are."
Anna "Thank you so much, Serena. Well, I must be off. Thank you all, once again."
Dad "Don't be a stranger, now."
She picked up her things and left the house. All in less than 24 hours, she learned the truth. Her guilt for not confessing haunts her. The chain of events had to start with one dream; no, a nightmare.
But beside that, she smiled for the actual dream. Somehow, Anna knew she'll meet him again in the future.