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Chapter One- Birth of Small Lady
The planet earth was still and quiet. Everyone was in a deep slumber unaware of what was going on outside their dreams. As time went on the streets became wild with overgrown grass and weeds. Shops that were once bustling held items that had gathered dust from being untouched. Standing from the moons perspective the earth still held the same beauty that had made Usagi fall in love with it. The jewel of the universe looked peaceful as Usagi looked at it from the Moon palace. The Moon Kingdom was now fully restored after Usagi had used the silver crystal. What were once ruins was now a beautiful kingdom. To enter the palace you would walk on a footpath that held eight tall white pillars with light coming out of them when it was dark. As you walked up the footpath you would see pristine gardens with lovely flowers such as daisies and gardenias dotted about. As you approached what in Usagi's mind was an impressive dome style palace you could look upwards towards the skies on a clear night and see all the stars shining brightly. The palace had patios for you to stand and look out at the gardens. There were tables and chairs placed outside for those who wished to sit and meditate or converse with friends. Inside was just as grand as the outside. There were large tall windows that looked on at different garden spaces but the best view in Usagi's mind was from a window in the hallway that lead to the throne room. As you walked through the hallway to the throne room you would see the magnificent fountain of Serenity. This was a tall fountain constantly flowing water and was surrounded by Cosmos flowers. There were a few benches next to some Greek statues of men and woman in different poses. But the main statue came from within the fountain. The statue of the Goddess Selene was the actual fountain and the water came from the palm of her hand as she looked towards the sky stretching out her hand. She had a crescent crown and wore a gown with sandals. She had a peaceful look on her face and every time Usagi walked past this fountain she found herself always stopping by it to think. There were no carpets on the floors and some on the windows had red curtains. There were many paintings of scenery around the palace and paintings of Greek Gods and Goddess. One of Usagi's favourite rooms was the prayer room. Again it had a statue of Selene in there but this time she was standing straight with her arms stretched out to you as if beckoning you towards her. There was a small bench to sit down and a little man-made pond with koi carp swimming about. It was Usagi's idea to have this as an edition to an otherwise simple room and made possible by the silver crystal.
Usagi had a lot of time to think. When she first came she felt lonely and deserted. She was about to give birth and had no one with her apart from the Hologram of the late Queen Serenity. Since the Kingdom was restored the computers came back online and the Queen immediately appeared to her daughter and helped her through what otherwise became a distressing time. Usagi waddled more than walked about and she always kept a hand on her belly talking to Chibiusa. She didn't see the change coming until one evening she felt a strange presence on the Moon. A bright light blinded Usagi as she walked out onto the patio.
'What could this be?' Usagi tried to call for her mother but instantly stopped herself once her eyes were accustomed to what they saw. At the end of the footpath was a large white chariot with big golden wheels. The chariot was pulled by two white winged horses. As Usagi started to walk towards the chariot she noticed a very elegant woman step out of the chariot. She had long flowing golden blonde hair tied up into a bun and wore a white crescent moon crown head. She had deep blue eyes and wore a long flowing white gown with gold bangles and a gold belt. She held a white staff with a small golden crescent moon on it. She noticed Usagi and smiled warmly beckoning Usagi to approach her. Usagi was hesitant at first but deciding this beautiful woman couldn't be an enemy she carried on approaching the woman. Reaching the chariot Usagi started to pet the horses and they responded kindly to her.
'I have been waiting a long time to meet you Usagi' the woman's voice was strong but sweet, a melody to the ears.
'Who are you?' Usagi continued to stoke the horses.
'Am I that hard to recognise?' Usagi looked up instantly and felt shame as she recognised the crown and staff.
'You are the goddess Selene, but it can't be, why are you here?' Selene giggled.
'There is so much to tell you dear one, how is your daughter, she will be arriving soon won't she' Selene looked down at Usagi's stomach.
'Yes, she seems fine; I can't wait until she is finally here'. Selene nodded.
'You have not had a good time have you of late?' Usagi was shocked at first but then shook her head fighting back tears.
'I am sorry about Endymion. You know I fell in love with an ancestor of his. It was true love and we had many children. I wanted to spend forever with him, to walk with him all eternity but things don't always work out do they?' again Usagi shook her head.
'Didn't you have many children with him? What happened to them? What happened to you?' Selene giggled again.
'Soo many questions Usagi! Well, yes I had many children for Endymion and I had other children for Zeus. Usagi, we lived in a time when people believed in higher beings but as the years went on we became myths, they stopped fearing and respecting us and gradually our world died. My children disappeared one by one and I lost Endymion forever. My unhappiness left me paralyzed and weak. I knew the Moon style needed a ruler so I created the silver crystal. One of my daughters from Endymion still lived so I passed this power to her. Eventually I knew one day a time would come when I would pass on my powers to someone who would be able to carry on my duties. I am growing tired and I have lived a life both happy and extremely sad. I became depressed and I have never got over the loss of my children. I went into a slumber until you were born. When you were born there was a great light and I knew you were the one. I watched over you as you grew and I saw myself in you, especially when you fell for Endymion and even gave your life for his love. I cried when you died and then your mother gave you all a second chance. That was when I gave you a gift, a left some of my own light in you to make you more powerful, to give you the strength you would need as you embarked on a new life. I watched over you when you were born again and have continued to do so until the time was right. Usagi you have known pain like no other. You were betrayed by your great love and a friend. Now you must pick up the pieces and build a life, possibly a new life' Usagi took a deep breath as she digested all the information thrown at her.
'So what does this all mean for me?' Selene smiled.
'It means that one day you will take my place and protect the universe. Your light will be what people will run and reach out to. Your great love for people will be their protection in times of distress. The silver crystal will merge completely with you one day and then you will know a power like no other, ah I see you grow tired, you will give birth soon. I will send someone to look after you. There will be many others who will now appear so I ask that you trust them and let them guide and help you. They will become your family one day' Usagi started to feel tearful.
'Usagi, no one can replace your earth parents. I know you love them, they raised you well but you must accept that you have a new family. Endymion through his foolishness has reset the future and therefore has altered all the other alternative universes going on. This is your universe and now you must make choices that will be hard and painful but I am sure it will all work out' Selene lifted her staff and a massive light was emitted teleporting someone onto the Moon. This person landed by the fountain of Selene. Usagi couldn't see the person as her view was obscured.
'Why is it that all Queens of the Moon only have one child?' Usagi had always had this question in her mind since she saw the future.
'That was the choice my daughter made all those years ago. I had many children so now that my light has entered into you, I am sure you will have more children than your little girl, my daughter placed this condition on the Serenity's probably to ensure there would be no infighting' Usagi nodded taking in this important information.
'Will I ever see you again?'
'Of course you will, when the time comes for you to take my place we will have to meet. Usagi, I am sorry that fate has dropped this at your feet but I am proud that you have accepted this and you are willing to find a way to not only live your life but also remain strong against all odds and make sacrifices when necessary. Never let your light die Usagi and remain just as you are' Selene got into her chariot and waved to Usagi. She then started to ride into the air and disappear.
She didn't know how she found herself here. Feeling sore from the landing she looked around shocked as she could see the earth.
'I swear I was down there, when we all fell asleep…' she looked at her feet as she got up. Why was she wearing sandals, she didn't remember wearing sandals. How did she get into this pale pink gown? Her hair was hopefully the same, short reddish brown. Who was that woman calling out to her? she looked eerily familiar. The same two high buns but her hair had more of a silver tinge to it. Those bright blue eyes, she remembered that lately they had dimmed in colour. Why was the woman crying? Were they sad tears or tears of joy?
'I can't believe you're here!' She looked at this pregnant woman and instantly recognised her.
'Usagi?'
'Yes, it's really me, I can't believe this' The woman bent down and hugged the now baffled woman. This was strange but she felt safe. All this felt so familiar; it was like coming home after being away for a long time. It took time to adjust but finally her eyes were opening.
'Is everything ok Naru-chan?' She looked at Usagi and saw worry etched on her face.
'Yes, everything is fine now'.
It was a long and strenuous labour. Naru had managed to get to Usagi when her waters broke and brought her to her room located in the Queens chambers. The contractions started coming sharp and fast. Her forehead was pouring sweat as she continued to push. Naru held a rag to Usagi's forehead as she continued to whisper comforting words. Queen Serenity's hologram was also there watching over her daughter.
'Come on Usagi-chan, one big push and your daughter will be here…one, two, three and PUSH!' Usagi screamed out as she gave birth to a beautiful baby girl.
'Oh Usagi she is so cute, let me get her ready for you'. Naru went away still within sight of Usagi. Usagi was trying to catch her breath and keep her heart beat down.
'Here she is…' Naru handed the baby who was wrapped in a white cloth. Usagi looked at her little girl and she felt truly proud and content. Then a wave of sadness engulfed her and she started to cry.
'What's wrong Usagi-chan?' Naru wrapped her arms around Usagi.
'He should have been here for this; he should have seen his daughter being born. Oh Naru it is all wrong. We had a wonderful future, the one we saw and now it is all gone and I can't get rid of this agony in my heart. This should be the happiest moment of my life and here I am wishing Mamoru was celebrating this with me…' Usagi tried to hold back her tears as the baby stirred in her arms.
'Don't cry Usagi-chan, it will all work out in the end, you'll see. You are a mother now Usagi and you must live your life for her. She will depend on you to be her strength, to be her protection when no one else will. Live for her now'. Usagi looked at her peaceful daughter and a small smile escaped her lips.
Now she was looking at the earth with new eyes. Her daughter was healthy and she knew she was ready. The earth had been asleep for a long time and now was the time to wake them up. She knew exactly where she was going to start.
This took me a while to write. I am still working on the layout and there are so many ideas whirling around in my head. I am not sure if Endymion and Serenity will be together or do I give her a new love who rivals Endymion? I am also working out the villain as well but it will depend on whether Endymion and Serenity do get together or not. I thought about adding Naru to this story, she has a big part in Usagi's life and she, like Usagi, has another goddess in her which makes her very close to Usagi, Selene did summon her.
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