Hey everyone! This episode's going to have a lot of reference to the anime/manga "Fruits Basket". Now, let me read what's on your mind: "Sappy, stupid." But, that's life. Hope everyone had a happy holiday! Let's begin, shall we?

Episode: Let's Stay Together

She placed all her belongings in a drawer and began hanging her outfits. Darien stood at the doorway.

Darien "Sure you don't need any help? You took a lot of stuff."

Anna "No, it's ok. It's my fault for bringing all these things to Serena's house."

She threw her empty bags in the closet.

Anna "There. That should do it."

Anna turned to Darien and smiled.

Anna "Thanks for taking me back in."

Darien chuckled and walked into the living room.

Darien "Well, I have to. It's part of the so-called 'program', or people will get suspicious."

Anna poked her head out her door and looked suspiciously at him. Would he have really taken her back in?

Anna "But still…"

Darien smiled at her.

Darien "Yeah. It's great to have you back. Hey, do you feel like going for a walk?"

Anna "Uh-huh."

They strolled through Tokyo, looking at store windows.

Anna (sighs) "Man, everything's so cool here. Huh?"

She looked ahead. Amy was walking towards Cherry Hill Temple.

Amy "Hey, guys."

They walked up to her.

Darien "You going over to Raye's place?"

Amy "Uh-huh. Bertie and the others are gonna confess over there."

Anna "All right. Let's go!"

Darien "Is Serena gonna be there?"

Amy "Why, yes."

Darien began to turn around.

Darien "I think I'm just going…"

Anna "Darien…"

Anna shot an angry stare at Darien. The air around her seemed choking as he watched petrified. He chuckled nervously.

Darien "Um, all right. Why not?"

Everyone was there when the remaining three arrived.

Rini "Darien!"

She ran up to him and smiled happily.

Darien "Hi, Rini. How's it going?"

Anna's face was emotionless. Rini seemed sweet, but she still wanted the silver crystal. It was no time to drop their guards down yet.

Mina "Hey, guys. The sisters are about to spill."

Everyone except for Rini gathered around the Weird Sisters. Rini went off to play with her Luna Sphere.

Lita "So, can you guys explain why you used to chase Rini?"

Catzi "Well, as you know, we're all from the future, including Rini."

Bertie "We're part of a race from a planet called Nemesis."

Raye "Nemesis? What's that?"

Prisma "We don't really know. We were born in Crystal Tokyo."

Avery "Rubeus made us go to the past to find Rini because he believed that she had the silver crystal."

Catzi "We loved him very much. Betrayal is such a harsh thing."

Prisma "Indeed."

They all looked down.

Serena "What's Crystal Tokyo?"

Bertie "The future of this planet. Rini's mother is the queen of Crystal Tokyo."

The team wondered in amazement.

Mina "Interesting. I wonder who she is."

Mina watch beeped and she glanced at it.

Mina "Ah! I have a make-up quiz to take! Sorry, guys! See you later!"

Amy "And I have a computer club meeting!"

Lita "Aw, man! I have weekend detention with Ms. Haruna!"

Raye "Oh, no! Grandpa's groceries!!"

The four of them rushed out of the temple while the rest stared with questioning faces. Darien walked to the steps of the house and sat down.

Darien "So, the future is in danger from Nemesis?"

Prisma "Yes. Now Rubeus is going after Rini by himself. He's very powerful."

Anna "We should protect her from anything."

Serena "Huh? Anna, you're actually gonna help Rini?"

Anna "As much as I hate to admit it, yeah. Where'd she go, anyway?"

Anna went off to look for her. The sisters walked back to their new apartment in Tokyo. Before they knew it, Serena and Darien were left alone.

Serena "Darien, has she said anything to you?"

Darien "Not really. She's afraid of coming close because of Anna. Rini said a couple of bad things about you when we broke up and Anna got pissed."

Serena "Oh."

They looked in different directions. Suddenly, Serena looked back at him.

Serena "Well, why DID you break up with me? I just don't understand. Does Anna know something that I don't?"

He stood up.

Darien "I just can't tell you right now, Serena. It still hurts."

Anna came back with a worried face.

Anna "Hey, guys. Rini's gone. Can't find her anywhere. Have you seen her?"

Serena "Well, maybe we should…"

Darien "Go home."

The girls were shocked. Darien wants to leave already?

Darien "Rini will just probably go back to your house, Serena. Go home, then."

He walked down the hill of the temple.

Anna "Serena, are you ok?"

Serena "Why is it like this? You guys won't tell me what's going on. Please, Anna, can't we all just stay together as a team?"

Anna "Serena…"

She turned away.

Anna "Darien and I saw something terrible. We just don't want to talk about it right now. It would help a lot if you knew, but we can't explain what's going on. I'm sorry."

Anna left and followed Darien.

Anna (She seems to be taking things well. But we have to tell her sooner or later.)

She remembered how back in her own world, they used to tell each other everything. They would sit on her rooftop every night and enjoy each other's company. He would never express it, but she could tell that he was happy.

"So, how did you learn swordsmanship?"

"My parents signed me up for lessons. But in reality, I really wanted to learn."

"My mom and dad force me into a lot of things. They never ask for my consent."

"Just go along with their wishes. You may not like their wishes, Anna, but then it becomes beneficial in the end."

"How do I know if it's something I need in life? Without you, my life would be nowhere."

"Just be yourself. You'll be fine. Eventually, you'll feel like it's a part of you."

"Thanks. Will you always be there to protect me? Even if I'm just some girl?"

"Yes. And you're not just some girl. You're someone that I can trust and call my own."

Anna "She's gonna find out."

Darien was in his apartment, staring out the window while Anna closed the door.

Anna "Sooner or later, she'll realize the truth. Do you think Serena will be even more heartbroken or will she deny it?"

Darien "That's what I'm afraid of. The dream told me to stay away from her. I care so much for her, but Serena will die."

Anna sat down on the couch, depressed.

Anna "Do you really believe the dream? Even if it may be lying? I fell distant from Serena, but I want to protect her. I don't want to relive the Moon Kingdom's destruction."

Darien turned to face her.

Darien "Anna, what am I supposed to do?"

Anna stood up and turned to him with a smile.

Anna "Just be yourself. Everything will be fine."

Darien smiled and looked down. It was very comforting. He walked up and hugged Anna.

Darien "Thank you, Anna. It's you who gives me courage. I would be lost without you."

Anna hugged him back.

Anna "You're welcome."

Their moment of gratitude was cut short by a doorbell. Darien went over and opened the door while Anna stayed in the living room.

Darien "Serena!? What are you doing here?"

Anna walked up and was surprised at Serena's presence.

Serena "Darien, I need to talk to you."

Darien "Look, I'm sure Rini will show up soon, so if you don't mind…"

Serena "Tell me, have you had any strange dreams lately? About us?"

Anna ran up to her face.

Anna "You had it!? You had the dream!?"

Serena stepped back a little.

Serena "Uh, yeah. About our wedding."

Darien "Come on. Let's not talk out here."

They went into Darien's apartment and closed the door. They stayed in the hallway, trying to put the pieces together.

Serena "How long have you been dreaming it?"

Darien "Well, it started around the time when Rini showed up. I've been having it almost every night since then."

Serena "And you, Anna?"

Anna looked to the side.

Anna "I only had it once, that one rainy night at your house. Although Darien saw it more than once, I was still agonized. If you guys got married, you'll die."

Serena "So that's it! You were only going away to protect me, right?"

Anna "Yeah. We're really sorry, Serena. We just wanted to figure things out without involving you. Because then it would change everything."

Serena "I'm glad."

She turned to Darien.

Serena "I knew you still loved me…"

Darien "Serena…"

He looked down and changed his expression.

Darien "You…must…stay…away!!"

Anna/Serena "What!?"

Darien tried to force Serena out the door.

Serena "Hold on! Wait!!"

Anna "No!!"

Anna stood between them, stopping Darien. She extended her arms out to block him from going any further.

Anna "Stop it!"

Darien "Get out of the way, Anna!! Unless you want to be kicked out, too."

Anna shuddered. He was willing to force her out so Serena can stay away? Darien was being cold-hearted. She didn't want to hurt Serena, but she didn't want to betray Darien, either. Anna had to choose sides. If she chose one over the other, she'd regret it either way.

Anna looked down and lowered her arms. She moved to the side and walked back into the room hallway.

Serena "Anna!!"

Darien pushed Serena out the door and slammed it on her. Serena banged on the door while Darien locked it.

Serena "Darien, don't shut me out!! I just want to be with you! I don't care if I die! I just want us to be together!! Please!!"

Darien leaned on the door as he listened to her cries silently. Anna leaned on the wall and slid down to the floor, crying.

Darien "Why? Why does it have to be this way?"

Anna "Darien…please don't. Please stop hurting her!"

She continued to shed tears as the banging stopped.

Anna "Is this your true self? Hurting everyone, yourself included!?"

He didn't say a word. Darien walked to the couch and slouched in it. Anna waited, but he didn't say a single syllable.

Anna stayed in the hallway, organizing her thoughts. Did she make the right choice? She betrayed the moon princess and the scouts again, but did she also betray herself? A thought came to her head: maybe that wasn't her first betrayal. The first time she lied to herself was when she said Darien would be all right. Deep down, she knew that he was hurt and she did nothing to help. Anna wanted time to repeat itself, but then she'd be caught with the same decision.

Anna (Tell me, what should I do?)

An explosion flashed from the window. Anna and Darien forgot their time of sadness and ran to the window. A yellow beam shined near Starlight Tower.

Darien "It's Rini!"

Anna ran and opened the door. Serena's gone! She must have left to help Rini.

Darien "It must be Rubeus. He's still after her."

Anna ran out the door and into the hallway. Darien ran after her and watched at the door.

Darien "Where are you going?"

She stopped and turned to him with a glare.

Anna "You're truly an idiot. How can we let some stupid dream make our decisions? If you truly love Serena, you have to protect her from anything, including yourself. If the dream is what will really happen in the future, then it's our choice to prevent it. And that's what I'm going to do!"

She decided she stayed long enough. Anna turned back to help the scouts.

Anna (Please, Darien. Think! Just follow your heart! Help us out. I'm sure you'll find the way.)

"SOLAR STAR POWER!!!"

Sailor Galaxy was on her own tonight. She ran towards Starlight Tower and found Rini in Rubeus' clutches.

"VENUS LOVE CHAIN ENCIRCLE!!!"

The scouts were there as well. The chain of metal hearts slashed at Rubeus' hand and he dropped Rini. Sailor Mars leapt into the air and caught her.

Mars "Rini, are you hurt?"

Sailor Moon ran up to them.

Moon "Rini!"

Rini opened her eyes.

Rini "Hey, Serena."

The scouts froze for a moment in shock. Did Rini just call Sailor Moon be her real name!?

Mercury "Rini, you know who we are!?"

Rini turned towards the scouts.

Rini "Yeah. Amy, Raye, Lita, Mina. And you too, Anna. I knew. My mommy told me."

Jupiter "Wow. I guess we suck at keeping secrets."

A dark ring circled around them. They could feel its negativity growing. Rubeus is trying to bind them!

Sailor Galaxy and Sailor Moon jumped out but the others didn't have time. The ring tied the four scouts, making them unable to move. Sailor Mars dropped Rini and the little girl landed on the ground.

Moon "Scouts!"

Galaxy "Let them go, Rubeus!"

"MOON SCEPTER…"

Rubeus "If you attack, they DIE!"

He tightened the ring, making the scouts suffocate. They screamed in pain.

Galaxy "You dirty…"

Rubeus "Give me the brat and I'll let them go!"

"Black mailing's an ugly thing. Don't do it, scouts!"

Sailor Moon and Sailor Galaxy looked behind them. Tuxedo Mask appeared from the darkness with a look of confidence.

Galaxy "Tuxedo Mask. What are you doing here?"

Mask "I thought about something. Dreams are just dreams, nothing more. And time is a part of life. Accepting it is what we must do. If we hate it, we must change it."

Sailor Galaxy smiled. Darien finally understood!

Mask "Let's work together!"

Galaxy "Right!"

Tuxedo Mask threw a rose at the dark ring binding the scouts.

Mask "Take this!"

Sailor Galaxy came up fast and prepared to attack.

"SOLAR METEOR STRIKE!!!"

The meteor followed the rose to the dark ring. Once the rose stuck into the ring, some force was transferred into it. Before the force from the rose disappeared, the meteor collided with it. The meteor drove in more force, making an even stronger attack.

The impact shattered the ring to a million pieces. The scouts dropped to the ground.

Rubeus "No!"

Moon "Hold it! Don't think you're gonna get away with this!"

She took out her moon scepter. It powered up, ready for attack.

Moon "Rubeus! Your devious ways will end here and now!"

"SOLAR STAR POWER!!"

The others saw everything and helped the leader.

"SCOUT STAR POWER!!"

The scepter was at full power! Sailor Moon aimed it at Rubeus.

"MOON PRINCESS DESTRUCTION!!!"

Rubeus tried to get away, but a force inside his body mad him stay still.

Rubeus "No! Emerald!!"

The power blasted Rubeus to nothing. When he disappeared, a red gem fell to the ground. The black inverted crescent engraved on it faded away.

Venus "All right! He's gone!"

Jupiter "But why did he shout out 'Emerald'?"

"Because I stopped him from running. The coward."

A woman with long green hair appeared as a transparency.

Moon "Are you…Emerald?"

Emerald "Yes, I am. So nice of you to know your enemies."

She looked over at Rini.

Emerald "Nice to see you again. Little moon brat!"

Rini cowered. Sailor Galaxy protected her.

Emerald "Your mommy's in big danger. Better hurry! Ha ha ha!"

She disappeared and returned to the future.

Rini "Mommy!! I have to get back to her! I have to go home!"

Mask "Don't fret, Rini. Together, we stand strong."

He turned to Sailor Moon. They looked deeply into each other's eyes.

Mask "Sailor Moon, we must stay together to overcome any obstacle. Even in the future."

The scouts were surprised. Tuxedo Mask…wants to join the team again?? Sailor Galaxy smiled at her friend and congratulated him for his courage.

Tuxedo Mask turned and walked away. The scouts watched him leave, waiting for someone to talk or move.

Mars "Sailor Moon, why are you still here?"

Galaxy "Go get him, Serena! He's waiting for you!"

Sailor Moon smiled with joy and ran after Tuxedo Mask. The scouts watched her run and felt happiness once more. Sailor Jupiter turned to Sailor Galaxy.

Jupiter "Why did they break up in the first place?"

Sailor Galaxy chuckled.

Galaxy "I'll tell you later. It's gonna be crazy."

Sailor Galaxy stared into the sky and looked at the moon. It was shining so beautifully. The fate of the future was restored. She knew that nothing will come between them again. Serena and Darien will be together always, just like how Anna will be when she finds him…in the future.