The gigantic glittering ball descended, marking completion of one year and beginning of the next. Crystal Tokyo, seat of the world, adopted traditions from all cultures. Serenity loved American New Year. Hence the ball.
On stage, surrounded by pop culture icons, Serenity fought a losing battle to remember she was queen, not a giddy teenager.
The Senshi hovered. This was an exercise in stupidity. But what Serenity wanted, she tended to get.
The crowd screamed away each remaining second. Four pairs of eyes met. Small, grateful smiles were allowed.
Another year together. They too would celebrate. Later.
Now, they watched