Moon Song
Black Diamond:
I don't won Sailor moon. But it would be cool if I did:
Summery: The Earth and Moon kingdoms have been at war with one another for a long time. But things are about to change, for the moon princess and the earth prince agree to get married in order to end the war. But will a cold hearted princess learn to love a man who is in love with another woman. And will that man learn to love a woman who never shows any signs of emotions: Read Revie and Find out.
I'm writing this in honor of Hawksong. Read it it's an awesome book. I read it five times. Also Midnight predator. and Shattered Mirror:
Chapter 13: Preparations
The day went by smoothly enough. Serena remembered distinctly informing everyone of their duties. She created new positions to keep things organized, and though Darien found it confusing and strange- to keep up with all the major and minor positions- he had to admit that it was effective in getting the job done.
Half the village was currently standing in his yard working to get his tournament on the go. Serena was off to the side talking to her new Manager of Field Construction; the man in charge of making sure that all of the game posts were build and sturdy and that everything for the tournament was prepared. She had just sent of her Manager of Foods to get the Manager of Housing so that they could coordinate the living spaces of each nation's warriors with delicacies they would prefer to eat.
"Okay. Then have the constructors build it a bit further, do not venture into the woods though." Serena said. The man looked a bit troubled. He looked away at the field, where a bunch of workers were attempting to build targets for the archers.
And right besides them was the fencer's post being constructed. Definitely not a good set up. A stray arrow could end up harming a fencer. And with Serena requesting that they not cut down any trees, she was making the whole situation very difficult for them. There was no other free space for it to take place.
"Move it into the forest." Darien said. Serena turned to stare at him, her brows raised but nothing else. And he wasn't sure what else he was looking for. Perhaps anger, that he had diminished her ruling.
"Uh…" The poor man just stood there staring from one of them to the other.
"Well. you heard the man. Move it into the forest then." Serena said her expression blank. Darien frowned.
"Uhmm…sure." He took a final look at them both then made a move to turn away.
"Just don't uproot any trees." She said. He stopped, turned back to face her.
"But then how…"He didn't finish asking his question. It is impossible for them to have an archery course without clearing the plain. The archers would need a clear target and space…unless.
"Your archers are good enough I presume. They can find their targets and get to the targets despite all the other obstacles right? Just mark the trees as targets with different colors and who so ever is incapable of reaching the targets does not qualify anyways." With that said she turned around and began to walk in the opposite direction. Darien sighed and turned to follow her.
"Good save." Darien murmured. She cast a cold glare his way.
"Yes well, dealing with your eccentricities requires quick thinking on my part." He chuckled and the sides of Serena's lips twitched, almost as if a smile was about to break loose.
"Darien…where have you been all this time." One of the many women who had arrived to the palace with their families barged forward. She was accompanied by Malachite's youngest sister a Freida. A young girl with deep black hair and the most exotic purple eyes Serena had yet to see. She was absolutely gorgeous. And her quite demeanor was at odds with her watchful eyes.
"Bella. Its so good to see you again." Darien said holding the girl back when she tried to hug him.
"I have missed you. Do you know that I've been making your handkerchief so that all will see I am rooting for your victory. But then I find out that so is Eliza and Catherina. They cannot do that. Only I can wear your banner." She said frowning at him. He smiled still holding her back.
"Really now. I am afraid that I cannot do anything about it. They are beyond my control." Her pout grew worst and she turned around stumping away.
Frieda did a quick curtsy to Darien then Serena.
"Your highnesses. Please excuse me." Darien nodded as did Serena. She turned around, picked up her skirts and walked after Bella.
"Lovely young girl." Serena said. Darien smiled, placing his hand on her waist and leading her to the grand hall.
"Yes, very much so. Though to be honest I think she's a bit too closed up. She doesn't express herself openly enough." He said as they entered the grand hall.
"And how is that bad?" Serena asked, allowing him to lead her to the dais where their thrones were.
"I guess to you it will not seem bad. But Frieda is a very emotional young girl. She feels too much of the world inside of herself, if she does not let loose, she will come to regret it later on." Serena nodded again, but did not seem convinced.
Darien took his seat, and when Serena made a move to take her own, he pulled her forward. Planting her on his lap instead.
"Wha…" His lips captured hers in an intense passion filled kiss. A kiss that was more like a battle of the tongues, with his hands roaming her body and hers buried in his hair.
He finally released her lips, and they took in gulps of air.
"So. Do you have a handkerchief for me?" He asked, a sheepish grin on his face.
"Why would I?" Serena asked, completely serious.
The smile on Darien's face turned into a frown for a second, before he burst out laughing. He pecked her on the lips then the cheeks before laying back on the throne and bringing her head to his chest.
"I guess it doesn't really matter." Darien said. He took her hand and intertwined it with his. Then placed their joined hands over the huge lump that was her stomach.
"Are you alright?" He asked. Serena stared down at their joined hands over her stomach, and although everything in her called to her- begging her to get away from him, to not allow herself to get cozy in this position- she refused to leave him. Instead burying herself even deeper in his warmth.
"What do you mean?" She asked.
"I mean the baby. Are you not stressed physically. I hear that it can happen, especially considering what you've been going through and how your people only experience pregnancies for several weeks instead of months." He said. Serena nodded, relaxing into him.
"Yes, I am fine. A little worn, but nothing severe." She said, though she was concerned about her rapid fall into fatigues. She was getting tired easily, and it seemed to worsen as the days went by. It had been what, six months already. She would only have to carry the child for another 3 months then it would be born.
Surely her symptoms would not worsen before then.
But just as a precaution she had every intention of going to Amy and making sure that everything was fully functional in her and that there was nothing to worry about…that is as soon as she got something to eat first.
She had just finished eating, but she was still starved. And the rumbling of her stomach was a testament to her hunger, while the sudden kicking of the tiny kicking was a testament to the little one's hunger.
"I take it you are hungry…both of you." Darien murmured burying his face in her hair. Serena nodded, turned her face towards his. He smiled, nuzzling her.
"Well then, I guess I should have the maids prepare the dinning table. Would you like to eat inside or outside in the garden." Serena asked, though to her it would not have made a difference where she ate, because to be honest all she wanted to do was eat. Just eat.
"Outside. But…I think we should pass on the formal dinning. It will take too long. How about we just pack something and dine in the garden…without all the hassle." Serena nodded. That sounded much better to her. No hassle at all. Just food.
"Yes. That sounds much better." Serena said. Darien smiled, got up with her still in his arms and headed for the door.
"Don't you think it would be a bit indignant for you to walk out of here with me like this?" Serena cooly asked. Darien sighed, and placed her down on her own two feet.
But he did take her hand, and she did not try to pry them away; for one, she knew he would not let her go and might consequently do something far worst than just holding her hand, and two she was beginning to grow familiar with the sensation and liked it somehow.
They walked into the kitchen and the cooks immediately bowed and greeted them as was customary here on earth. Serena spotted Lita off to the side trying to sneak out before she was caught.
Their eyes met and Lita sighed, coming over to greet them.
"I was just…supervising." She said. Serena raised a brow.
"Lita?" Darien said the question as to her presence in the kitchen clear. Serena's face lid up as if she was amused waiting for Lita to explain.
"Oh Lita has been teaching us some of her people's cuisines. Quite fascinating actually. They do not eat meat for most occasions so much of their meals are composed of greenery and very few animals. But it still tastes good." The head cook said her face lighting up.
"Really now. Well, we just came for a quick picnic basket and we would gladly be off if you provide us with one." The cook nodded and scurried away to get the basket. Lita beacon to talk to Serena. Their fondness for each other clearly visible in the relaxed manner with which they conversed.
"Yes, I have heard of the competition and I am glad to say I will take part. I would love to teach these earth men how to fight hand to hand. Are you entering?" Lita asked. Serena shook her head, then explained that she couldn't because of the infant.
"Oh yes. Hmmm. Is that not too long to carry an infant. Do you think it does not want to come out to the world. Perhaps it will not make it." Lita's words brought about a deep silence in the room. Darien knew that she did not mean any harm by her words, but to suggest that the King's child will die in the womb…his heart stopped beating.
What did Serena think of that? Did she share in Lita's feelings on the subject?
"It does not seem to be so. The child is very active so…ummmhm…" Serena seemed lost for words. Obviously she too was shaken by the idea.
Darien moved in. Placing his arms around her shoulder both in comfort and to bring an end to the conversation.
"Lita, if you are entering the tournament you will need to sign up for it and be tested on your skills. Have you seen the directorate they are located in the training field right now doing just that." Luckily for Darien, Lita- and a good deal of the Lunarians- were not dim witted like the girls he was used to in court. She immediately understood his intentions and what she had caused and nodded. She said her farewells to Serena was was costumery and then to him before departing.
The cook stepped forth with their basket, Darien took it and led Serena out of the room.
He led her out of the room and into the garden to eat.
#2
I don;t know when I'll be able to update again, so I'm going to update 4 ch. today…I hope…Wish me luck...