AN: Hi! Thanks for sticking with me for so long! Here is the BEGINNING of the long awaited revelation! Thanks for the lovely reviews and hope you enjoy.

PS - Rime means to cover something with thin frost (lol that's why I couldn't give you a senshi name for Miya until now... too easily linked to Ami)

"I am the daughter of Taiki Kou and Mizuno Ami. My name is Miya Kou or Sailor Rime Star." The couple continued to stare as they began to blush furiously. Everyone else started giggling.

"Wow you guys are quick!" Yaten teased which was responded by a dangerous glare from Taiki. Ignoring him, Yaten paused and his eyes widened in revelation, "No wonder she got second on the exam!"
At this, Taiki just placed his hand on his forehead, 'I'll never hear the end of this.' He wasn't ashamed of meeting his daughter – he was just annoyed by Yaten. But Miya saw him shake his head, thinking that he didn't want to meet her. Her eyes started to lower in disappointment until she caught Seiya's eyes. Seiya saw the look of disappointment on Miya's face; he smirked and cocked his head towards Yaten – indicating that Taiki was just peeved at the silver-haired boy. Miya's spirits lifted slightly as she understood his message.

"Aw Ami! She looks just like the both of you! I'm so jealous! I want one too." Mina was half hugging her still blushing friend. The Inners and Starlights roared in laughter as the Outers chuckled softly. However they stopped when they noticed how solemn Pluto and Miya looked.

"What's wrong?" Usagi, who was next to Miya placed a hand gently on her shoulder and smiled warmly at her. From the warmth she emitted, Miya couldn't help but return a smile albeit a weak one.

"It is best if we start from the beginning." As Pluto spoke, everyone grew quiet. She and Miya nodded at each other. "It all started after the battle against Galaxia….

Days went by peacefully and the senshi no longer needed to transform. They were finally normal teenagers but even though this was what she wished for, Usagi felt uncomfortable around everyone – as if there was something missing in her life. She didn't understand why since she had everything she ever wanted. So every night, she sought comfort in the stars... the twinkling stars against the dark sky was the only thing that brought her peace.

When the Starlights returned a year later, everyone was ecstatic. They would hang out everyday and soon Taiki and Ami were dating, as were Yaten and Mina. Seiya would continue to tease Usagi but she never realized her feelings for him even though she enjoyed his company. And even though he was the only one that brought her comfort, she just thought it was because he was a good friend. So they remained just as close friends. And at the end of everyday, she would hesitantly return to Mamoru. Usagi loved Mamoru, she knew that… but she just didn't feel the connection between them anymore. It was as if she was only with him out of habit – detached and watching her life with no emotional connection. Mamoru however still loved her very much and started to notice that she was distancing herself from him. He had long realized the main reason they were still together was because of the future and Chibi-Usa. The thought upset him greatly but still, he did everything to cheer her up to no avail.

Even during their wedding a few years later, Usagi felt aloof but had plastered on a fake smile. Mamoru and Usagi had remained together to fulfil their destiny as King Endymion and Neo Queen Serenity. She thought she was happy and that this was everything she wanted. Everyone thought they were the happiest couple in the universe. But what they didn't notice was Usagi's fake smile, Seiya's broken heart, and Mamoru's irregular behaviour.

All the Starlights had decided to remain on Earth. As a result, when Crystal Tokyo was built they were given posts there as well. Serenity and Seiya had remained only as close friends. Every so often, Serenity would go missing but she would always be found with Seiya by her side. No one thought much about it since they were just friends and she was married… that is no one except Endymion. Even though nothing happened between Seiya and Serenity, It was killing him to know that his wife preferred the company of another man rather than himself. The anger was building inside him was continually fueled when he saw the two of them together. He knew that they were nothing more than friends, but he couldn't control his thoughts or feelings.

The distance between Endymion and Serenity delayed the conception of Chibi-Usa. But once Chibi-Usa was born, Endymion had seen a sparkle in Serenity's eyes that wasn't even there during their wedding. He was happy that their daughter was born but bothered by the fact that his wife does not have the same affection for him as she did for their child. He knew he shouldn't be jealous by his own child… but still, he couldn't control his emotions.
Despite the problems, they were a happy family for a while. But Serenity gradually realized that all she had wished for had come to pass – Crystal Tokyo was built and Chibi-Usa was born. She felt as if her duty was complete so she spent most days away from everything and everyone – Serenity rarely spent any time with Endymion anymore unless she was with her baby. Her friends had noticed the strain in their relationship but whenever they asked, she would say everything was fine. And over time, Serenity started distancing herself from everyone else as well so as not to be bothered with 'meaningless' questions. Her only source of comfort remained the same though – her most trusted friend, Seiya. They would spend a lot of time in the gardens simply enjoying each others company. She never realized the pain Seiya held in his heart with her by his side, never to be with him. And Seiya never realized that Serenity didn't understand the love she had for him in her heart.

With his wife's continual absence, Endymion had completely taken over the reign of Crystal Tokyo. But since Crystal Tokyo was reliant on the power of the Silver Crystal, it was weakened considerably from Serenity's waning power. Because of that, no one had even noticed the silent threat approaching. But when they did, it was already too late…

"We discovered that the Earth's star seed was corrupted by evil when it was taken by Galaxia." Pluto said. She avoided everyone's gaze when she told the story. No one had interrupted her until now.

"So you mean Mamoru-san is now…" Rei was unable to finish her sentence. Pluto nodded – the evil has already begun to grow inside the Earth prince.

"Is that why he did… that to me?" Usagi finally spoke. Tears were swimming in her eyes. She never imagined a broken future with Mamoru when they were together.

Miya shifted her eyes nervously and Pluto glanced at her. Everyone had noticed and they turned their attention to the anxious girl.

"Well my mission here is to make sure you follow your heart," her eyes flashed briefly at Seiya, "so I used the Luna Ball to pretend to be Naomi so I could get close to you and convince you that someone else was better for you." She took a deep breath before revealing the one secret she had kept to herself all this time. "Remember I was the one who convinced you to speak to Mamoru that day. I made sure you would be there when I was… when I was… there." Tears ran down her face as she remembered that night.

Gasps were heard around the room. Ami and Taiki were crying in each other's embrace as they realized the sacrifice their future daughter had made. Mina, Mako, Rei, and Hotaru were sobbing quietly. The others looked disturbed. Usagi however was in shock, perhaps even denial as she whispered. "But you… that wasn't you." Miya simply held up the Luna Ball and hid behind it. And Usagi's shock turned into horror as the truth dawned on her.

"I knocked him out when he opened the door. I was just planning to brainwash him into thinking he cheated on you and you could just see me there in the morning. But he was still groggy and he thought I was you so he…" A fresh wave of tears poured down her face as she slammed her head on the table and sobbed loudly. Pluto hugged the girl – she always knew Miya was dedicated to the mission, but Pluto had never expected the child to give up her innocence for it.

"I'm so sorry. I never knew." She was crying softly on her shoulder, "I could have protected you Miya-chan. I'm so sorry."

"But then," Usagi whispered ever so softly, "that means Mamo-chan didn't really cheat on me. He still loves me." Tears were close to falling.

Her words cut through Seiya's heart. He winced and looked away because in her voice, it sounded as if she was… relieved. Everyone else had noticed her tone and Seiya's hurt as they processed everything.

Upon hearing her Miya had pounded the table and screamed at Usagi, tears pouring down her face. After weeks of being patient, the usually calm girl had finally snapped. She too heard the tone of her voice and was so sick of Usagi's indecisiveness. "Why are you so stubborn!? Why can't you just admit you love someone more than you love him! If you go back to him, everything we've done will be wasted! There won't be a future for any of us!" Her words rang in the air.

"What do you mean?" Haruka raised an eyebrow at the screaming girl – the wind senshi had her suspicions about the whole story. After all, they had followed their destiny for so long that she couldn't see how it would change so suddenly.

Pluto understood her suspicions, "Galaxia and the Starlight's arrival changed the future. Our princess has developed feelings for another person and since Mamoru-san's star seed was plagued by evil, it made him jealous and insecure. Right now, I can see him struggling to control his emotions since he is still the kind Prince we all know. But over time, the evil will grow to corrupt his heart completely. From what we can tell, it seems that this evil only wanted to cause destruction and being the protector of Earth, Mamoru provided the perfect source of energy. Using his energy, it gave rise to the wraiths. We're not sure exactly how or when they were formed but they obey Endymion. "

"No wonder they didn't attack him when he arrived at the field yesterday." Michiru spoke softly and thoughtfully. She was trying to piece together all the information. "But what happened when they came to attack?" She looked at Pluto who merely turned her head at Miya.

Catching her gaze, Miya quietly sat back down and closed her eyes in frustration as she continued the story.

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