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Chapter Five – The Lonely Queen

Motoki and Naru had spent a lot of time together. It was strange, in the past they were friends but there was no real depth but now they found solace in each other. They were both worried about their monarchs and felt they couldn't talk to anybody about their concerns. They walked through the gardens together, stayed in the palace library, ate lunch together and every now and again Motoki would get a little romantic and sweep Naru off her feet. She didn't understand the feelings she had for him and she didn't feel she had the time to ponder on them. Her mind was focussed on her Queen and dear friend. Would life give Motoki and Naru a chance? Who knows? Maybe fate will feel charitable and allow some happiness into their world which chaos seemed to inhabit right now.

Serenity tried to avoid Endymion after that close encounter. She was angry that she had lost herself to him even after he accused her of thinking of herself. She told Naru what happened because it had taken Naru a while to make Serenity come to her senses.

'It was strange Naru-chan, I still can't believe that was Endymion' Naru-chan was quiet. She had been watching Endymion since they had arrived and she had noted the aggressive look he had in his eyes when he saw Serenity. His eyes would trace her body as if he owned her.

'I suggest we tread carefully' Naru's voice had taken a different turn. It was not Naru speaking now but the Goddess of the Dawn, Eos.

'Eos?' Serenity had started to feel that Naru was coming to terms with her new identity.

'I think we should leave, something is not right here, there is a change in the air. The winds blow in different directions to where I do not know, not where we would hope…. we are not safe here, I will arrange for us to be teleported. The Inner Senshi can stay here and finish the procession' Naru walked out summoning the guards. Serenity knew better than to argue.

'We have word that the Queen is returning' Luna came out of the prayer room and met Pluto.

'Pluto what is wrong?' Pluto looked at the feline and smiled.

'Nothing is wrong, not yet anyway'. Luna didn't know what to make of that and decided she would wait for answers when the time was right.

'Where the hell am I now?' Tatsuo got up from bed and looked around the room he had been placed in. It was small and comfortable with a small bookcase, a round table, a cushioned chair and his new bed apparently. He noticed Lily was sat on the cushioned chair knitting.

'You're awake, good, there is much to tell you it would seem' Lily looked up and smiled at him. He couldn't help but feel calm. Pluto walked into the room and placed her garnet rod against the wall. She then proceeded to sit on the bed ignoring the astonished looks Tatsuo was giving her.

'Tatsuo is your name correct?' Tatsuo nodded.

'Who are you?' Tatsuo felt slightly intimated by this woman.

'I am Pluto….'

'That's a planet not a person' Tatsuo's eyes widened. Pluto's expression changed into realisation as she watched him.

'You come from a world filled with only myths I presume, no Gods or Goddesses, no-one with any powers?' Tatsuo shook his head.

'Some have powers but no Gods or Goddesses; they live in books where they belong'. Tatsuo kept himself out of the equation with those who had powers.

'You are in a different world now Tatsuo, a world that will become your home'

'I have a home'

'What happened to it?' Pluto already knew the answer as she had started to investigate where he came from.

'Well, I come from a Kingdom called Elis. We lived in peace and ruled almost all lands. Everything changed so suddenly. People started to rise up and fight for some warrior. That warrior who I will not dignify to name killed my father. I became King and was set to avenge my father. A massive war happened and we lost. Everything and everyone I loved was gone. I was alone and I didn't know what to do. I had killed so many people to save our Kingdom and it was for nothing. As I watched all their bodies scattered on the battlefield I felt this strong wind and then I found myself in your world' Tatsuo sighed as he looked at Pluto.

'You don't have anything to return to do you?' the question caught Tatsuo off-guard.

'No, there isn't anything to return to'.

Serenity had said her goodbyes but she couldn't get the look Endymion had given her out of her head.

'We will see you soon, it is in your contract to the earth, let's not let another year go by Usa…' his eyes were dark and cold and Serenity wanted to recoil but couldn't as he kissed her cheek. Back on the Moon she went straight to bed. The inner Senshi were to follow within the week so for now Serenity waited for her friends to return.

Lying on her huge bed with the lights out Serenity cried. She had started to feel alive again when Endymion had kissed her. She was desperate to feel his touch again. To feel his body pressed against hers locked in a passion like no other. Tossing and turning sleep eluded her as she kept thinking about Endymion. Maybe she could find a way to be with him again. Rei had kept her distance but she knew Rei was desperate to return to her and the Senshi. She felt terrible that Endymion still hadn't seen their nearly one year old daughter and promised herself he would see his daughter. Maybe she could bring them all together again. Maybe Crystal Tokyo could still happen.

Getting up and throwing away her covers, Serenity cursed herself for lulling her senses. There was no way she could get back with him. Everything had changed, he had changed the most. Walking out of her room the palace guards bowed to their beloved Queen smiling at her and asking after her health. She smiled at them warmly but inside she was dying. She was desperate to find somewhere where she could find solace. Running outside she found herself by the fountain of Serenity. Looking at the statue of the great Goddess she began to cry freely. She let her tears roll down her cheeks and fall to the floor. She didn't notice the figure behind her watching her.

She looked so sad to him. A beautiful woman like that shouldn't be crying. She was captivating and alluring. Her beautiful silver hair glowed as he saw her from behind. As he moved forward he stepped on a twig that made a crunching sound. Serenity instantly turned round and what she saw shocked the life out of her. It couldn't be? He was back on earth not here. And yet, there were differences. His hair was longer but still black. And those eyes…they held warmth rather than the coldness Serenity had seen only recently. He was the same build and height that was for sure but there was a difference. There was an inner calm about this man. His eyes held understanding and sympathy. He was obviously strong and his muscles were well defined in his black armoured suit and red cape.

Serenity felt her knees buckle as he continued to stare at her. Questioning her, wondering why she was staring back at him.

'No, it….it….no….' Serenity stuttered as she was lost in his eyes. She saw concern instantly in them and as she was about to fall to the ground, Tatsuo wrapped his arms around her waist and held her up. They were inches away from each other. Her breathing quickened as she smelled the freshness of him….grass….roses….

He couldn't move. Her eyes held his and it was as if time had stopped and held them in that moment. It crept on them gradually as Tatsuo lifted Serenity back to her feet slowly and gently.

'Are you alright my Queen' Tatsuo had a sweet but firm voice, serenading Serenity. She was lost in this man. She felt as if she had been teleported right back to the Silver Millennium the moment she fell in love with Endymion.

'You look so much like him' Serenity began to cry as she felt her heart break. Tatsuo was lost for words but instantly held her close to him and let her cry. He rocked her gently to try and soothe her.

Days had passed since Jadeite had last spoken to Rei. Her eyes always sought him out even when she had her son Youta in her arms but he was still so angry at her. He chastised himself for being weak. He understood why she did what she did, he really did. She didn't know if he would ever come back and he had hoped she would find a new love but his Prince and King! He shook with anger even thinking about it.

Serving his King became harder and harder. Everyone started to notice a difference in Endymion. He yelled more often demanding obedience and he even pushed Rei to the ground when she questioned his actions. She was the only one to openly defy him and he threw her in prison! Jadeite's heart ached as he saw her being taken away by the guards. The Senshi were present and even Jupiter was shocked as she saw the former Senshi of Mars being handled roughly.

'I don't like this one bit' Nephrite kicked a stone as the Shitennou took time out to catch up with one another. It was dark and Endymion was preoccupied with a small party. He had dragged a pretty young girl onto his lap and started looking at her seductively. There were not many women who could resist him.

'Come on, you must see the change in him….he was never like this before' Nephrite exclaimed when the rest remained silent.

'I do not doubt your observations but what can we do?' Zoisite looked up towards where the moon was.

'They will be leaving us soon…' Zoisite's eyes became distant as he thought about Mercury.

'I don't want to think about it' Kunzite said sharply.

'They're leaving tomorrow' Jadeite ignored the hard look Kunzite gave him.

'I wonder why the Queen hasn't forgiven him yet, he does love her' Zoisite looked at Kunzite.

'I can understand her feelings' they all turned to Jadeite.

'Come now Jadeite, we know why you feel this way' Nephrite added.

'Really…. I don't think she is angry about the cheating anymore, I think it is a lot deeper than that' they all stopped walking.

'Explain Jadeite' Zoisite looked interested.

'He fought against their future. The very future they had sacrificed so much for. She looked forward to spending the rest of her life with him, she never had doubts but he did and how does she know if she gets back with him he won't have doubts again, will she be able to survive that kind of pain?' Zoisite nodded understanding the situation.

'How about you, can you forgive Rei if Serenity does?' Kunzite looked at Jadeite curiously.

'Maybe, someday, I still love her….she is my soulmate'.

Rei sat alone in a dark, damp cellar. She had a chain to her right wrist and there was only a small window where people sometimes kicked dirt down by accident. She didn't care how she looked anymore. She was broken. She hadn't seen her son in weeks and she was often left to starve.

Was this her punishment? A life filled with loneliness and misery? She started to cry unable to restrain the sobs that broke out of her body and shook her very being. It was the lowest she had ever been.

After the inner Senshi had left Jadeite went to look for Rei.

'Mars?' she turned round and faced the man she had always loved standing outside the iron bars.

Jadeite was shocked at what he saw. This wasn't what he wanted. Sure he was angry but he would never wish this on her. Jadeite focussed his energy and melted the bars allowing himself in. he walked up to Rei and then placed a hand on the chain also melting it.

'Can you get up?' Rei shook her head. She was too weak to even breathe anymore.

'Fine' Jadeite picked Rei up and she wrapped her arms around his neck.

'Where are you taking me?'

'Where you belong, back with your friends….'

Tatsuo continued to wonder around the moon kingdom unsure of where he truly belonged. He felt lost and tired. This was so much to take in. Lily had been a great help to him. She advised him and listened to his troubles. What he hadn't told her were the thoughts he had about the Queen. Ever since that night he hadn't seen her, only passing glimpses. It was as if she was trying to avoid him. He didn't like it but what could he do. He was living on her kindness so questioning her may not be the best move for him to make. Sighing in frustration he headed to the patio in front of the moon palace.

She couldn't get his face out of her head. So many memories of the past started to invade her thoughts. She kept seeing Prince Endymion after she saw Tatsuo. He looked so much like him. The kindness and inner confidence permeated this man's being. His strength and yet gentleness struck Serenity hard and she was unsure how to feel. She quivered whenever he looked at her. She just couldn't stay in the same room as him yet.

Was love supposed to feel like this? A yearning for someone who has changed and yet a desire to be with someone new? Was it supposed to hurt so much, shaking your very being? She struggled with the changes that were taking place. Why should she have to suffer like this? Hadn't she sacrificed everything for the perfect future? Now the future was shattered into a million pieces of glass. They all once thought they would all be together again but that was a lie. It was a lie to cover up the misery that awaited them. Through one man's actions pain entered their world and crushed all their dreams. The friendships they thought would survive forever were now torn apart like ripped up paper. They were trying to fit the pieces back together again. There was light still and as long as there was still light, there was hope and as long as hope was still there then they could still build a future.

Hi, I'm back with chapter five :)

I want to thank all those who have PM me, really appreciate it. I also want to say a big thank you to all those who have reviewed, favourite and followed this story, it is such a massive encouragement.

I received a guest review today and just wanted to clear up the questions. Neo-Queen Serenity is nearly 23 now as time has gone by and the senshi , shitennou, Motoki, Naru and Endymion are all in their twenties. I think Usagi became Neo-Queen Serenity when she was 22 and had Chibiusa around then. There is a lot more to the plot than the summary. They are all reaching their full power levels and will need it with the up coming battle ahead. They were all living normal lives right up to the point when Mamoru changed their future. How Mamoru was uncertain about his future is a little bit harder to explain. He mainly had doubt about his own abilities and then twisted it into the idea that he didn't want his future dictated to him. He never really thought about what he was doing, another reason will be explained in chapter six which I must warn is going to be dark as Endymion gets a lot worse.

I hope that answers the questions, it hasn't appeared in the reviews section so hope you get the chance to read it here :)

Chapter six will be up soon and things certainly take a turn for the worse with Endymion as he really turns bad mwahahahahahhaha

I will also be adding someone else from Tatsuo's world in chapter seven.

I hope you guys enjoy this chapter and I do apologise for any mistakes. Hopefully it flows with the whole story so far.

See you guys in a day or two :) xxxx