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Story is in Helios' POV, except for anything in italics, which is not from Helios' POV.
Weeks went by, each day filled with sweet kisses and each night filled with passion and pleasure. He continued working with his kingly duties. He rarely mentioned anything about his days for which I was grateful. What he did to lead the kingdom was not something I wished to know, not because I didn't want to know everything about him and how he had changed since he was Prince of Earth, but because it was what he did and was not a part of him.
If his duties took him away, I used the days to my advantage; caring for the roses, checking the energy of the golden crystal and keeping an eye on Small Lady.
Weeks turned to months and Small Lady seemed to have forgiven me. She talked with me as she had when we first met and she took me into her confidence about many things.
The Queen had been right about dealing with him being away. Knowing he was coming back to me was great. It made the days he was away easier.
Months finally gave way to years. Small Lady was soon to turn 15, when she would begin looking for a new suitor to marry when she turned 18 and ascended the throne (since I was no longer an option). Because of this, Endymion had to travel more frequently and Small Lady had to attend daily duties with her mother so she could learn how to properly run the country, thus leaving me to myself most days.
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The lady walked towards him. Her long black hair stood against her dark red dress in a way that contradicted the harshness of her deep brown eyes. Eyes that looked at him with curiosity.
"What have you to say for yourself?" he asked her.
"Why should I say something for myself? It was my nephew whose actions need defending." Her voice was deep but velvety smooth.
The man had come from a neighboring kingdom and could prove to be a very powerful ally if things went her way. She liked him little, but Crystal Tokyo was a great and prosperous kingdom. Her idiot nephew had almost ruined it by nearly running the man over.
"Because as his guardian you're responsible for his actions."
"He's old enough, his actions are his own." The woman interested him. She was different from those he was used to dealing with.
"You're correct. I apologize. My name is King Endymion and I'm here to discuss about your nephew attending a gala event for my daughter's upcoming birthday to choose a possible suitor." He bowed to the Lady and she nodded sternly.
"I know who you are and why you're here. A prominent king goes parading around the country; word is bound to spread of his intentions. Please follow me and we'll talk."
She was definitely not like the people he normally dealt with.
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"I can't wait! Four more months until my birthday! You won't be able to call me Small Lady anymore, so ha!" Chibi-Usa sat arranging the flowers in the base across the table from me in the garden.
I laughed. "Ok, but I'll still have Chibi-Usa I can call you."
"No way! You can call me Usagi, since that's my real name." She finished arranging the flowers and moved her chair next to mine.
"Ok, but until then you're still Small Lady." She looked at me and we laughed at each other.
"So are you excited about choosing a future husband as well?" I looked at her curiously.
"Most definitely." Boys were always one thing she loved talking with me about. I still have no idea why.
"What do you hope he'll be like? Well the one you choose anyway?"
"Hmm...I want him to be handsome like Daddy and smart like both of you...sweet like you but strong like Daddy..."
"So a combination of myself and your Father? That'll be tough to come by..." I loved teasing her about her still childish adoration of the two of us. Again we both laughed.
"Don't let it get to your head, you're not that great!" she said laughing.
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Tension built as invitations were sent out and replies were received. I discovered from Small Lady that there would be about a dozen suitors attending her party some from the same kingdom but each fit to lead with her.
Eventually those last few months passed and with matters turning towards his daughter, Endymion was able to stay home more. This meant more time with me in bed which was always enjoyable for us both.
The week before Small Lady's party we lay in bed after a very passion filled night. His hand traced circles on my stomach as he drifted off to sleep but I was far from tired."Are you worried about Small Lady's eagerness over next week?" I asked.
He looked at me through one open eye. "What do you mean?"
"Well, she's getting older, she will be 15 in a week after all, and I was merely wondering if you were worried about her meeting all of her possible suitors next week. She's so excited, saying its just proof of how mature she is.""Is that what she says?" he chuckled quietly. "Well anyway, no I'm not particularly worried. Maybe a little over how old I'm getting but otherwise she'll be fine. She's just excited because everyone is paying attention to her." He leaned over and kissed me. "Now get some sleep. We have to greet the first group of arriving guests tomorrow."
"You're right. Night."
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She had traveled for two days to Crystal Tokyo, but finally they arrived. It was mid-morning when they rode up to the palace and were shown inside. Waiting for them in the main hall were three people. The King and Queen she recognized, but the young man she did not.
She made a curtsy to the three of them as her nephew bowed to them.
"Queen Chigau, Prince Koibito, thank you for both coming." Neo Queen Serenity spoke. She gestured next to her. "You've both met King Endymion and I would like for you to both meet Helios. While you are here he will be your guide and if you have any questions feel free to ask him. Now if you will excuse me, I have other matters to attend to."
"I'll be with you in a moment." Endymion told her as she walked to another room to the right. He turned to Chigau. "It's very good to see you again."
"And you as well, King Endymion. If I may ask Helios a question?" She raised an eyebrow and looked at the young man. He nodded. "Who exactly are you to escort my nephew and myself around while here?" She wasn't going to just be handed off to some whelp, not if her nephew was to marry the Princess.
The young man looked her straight in the eyes as he answered. "I am the former priest of Elysion, and current guard to the King and protectorate and confidant to Small Lady, the Princess."
"As well as my consort." The King said placing a protective arm around the young man, causing him to blush.
That was something she had not expected. Somehow she found the King even more unpleasant by the thought of it but kept a straight face. "Thank you. I trust you will give us an amazing tour of the famous Crystal Tokyo gardens then?"
The young man smiled and nodded. "I must go tend them now anyway. Please follow me." He turned and started walking away.
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"And your consort?" I couldn't believe he'd said it. Night had fallen and Endymion had just walked into his room where I was waiting for him. I stayed with him now every night except when he was away from the palace.
"Well you are." He looked at me as he changed for the night.
"That's not the point. She asked who I was, not my relation to you."
"Isn't it the same thing?" He looked at me as he lay in bed.
I looked right back at him and said, "No it's not." I turned towards the door. "I'm sleeping in my own room tonight." As I reached to open the door to leave, a soft knock sounded.
The Queen stood on the other side of the door and looked at me. "Helios, you're just the one I wished to see. Would you be able to tell Queen Chigau in the morning that I wish to see her?"
I nodded. "Very well Your Majesty."
"Thank you." She said and left, heading toward the palace. I followed suit, heading towards the other side of the gardens.
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