Hello - just another reminder to say this chapter contains adult scenes...I have rate this story M for this reason...

Memories invaded his peaceful slumber. On the floor in a dark cave a body tossed and turn, unable to find peace. Distant voices of his past haunted him, teasing and ripping his heart to shreds with icy claws.

'What brings you down here this early…?'

'Why my princess, I am looking for a spoon to eat my breakfast with, but I am not familiar with any other kitchen but my own.'

'It appears I have used the last one.'

'then I shall use the one that Serenity has…'Why, it has only had Serenity's lips on it.'

'…perhaps then I may steal a kiss from your lips.'

'Serenity it would be an honour if you became my wife. I love you so much but with our families...I do not dare to hope.'

'…there is no other I wish to spend the rest of my life with. Only you.'

'So you're saying what we have, what we feel and what we want aren't worth fighting for?'

'Don't say that. More than anything I want to be your wife...it's just...it's just not as simple as I thought...'

'…my love, my answer is not no...but...but'.

'Then Princess Serenity of the Moon Kingdom, we are informally engaged to be married. I don't care when, but the sooner we can be together, the sooner we can enjoy an eternity together.'

'You can't take her from me! I love her!'

'Princess Serenity, I, Prince Endymion formally ask for your hand in marriage…will you accept my hand, Princess Serenity?'

'No!'

Nesting birds left in a scattering flutter as a scream shattered the peaceful night. Inside the cave the man awoke, arms outstretched as if to reach for his love within the depths of his nightmare. Every night the same visions played out over and over again.

Her blood-curdling screams still racked his body. Sweat trickled down his lean muscles, aching from the troubled sleep. Walking to the mouth of the cave he stood, breathing in the cool air. Slowly his sense calmed. Far in the distance he could just hear drum's beating mixed with people's laughter and merriment.

Silver hair shimmered in the moonlight. Gazing up towards its majesty he remember how her lips felt against his, her body soft and yielding against his. Not on second had passed since he had been torn away from his fair princess that he had not yearned for her again.

Rubbing his hands together to warm them he cursed inwardly. Why had he let that damn general prize the ring from his finger? He too, would suffer his wrath when the time came.

He had come too far now to fail; they would have their promised eternity together.

'Hold on dear Serenity. I will save you, I promise' he whispered into the shadows.

Passionate kissing. Frantic caressing. Both Endymion and Serenity were intoxicated by the other's scent. Both bodies were entwined, desperate to explore the other. The drum beat continued in the distance, but somehow they manoeuvred away from the bonfire, the dancing and the wine, into the cooler shades of the trees. They found themselves back at the ancient oak, lips still locked. Their bodies were still pressed together, neither wanting to let go

Endymion gently eased Serenity's back into the tree. He knew he should be gentle but at the same time he wanted her so desperately. Had he not been dreaming about this over the past week? It almost seemed surreal how their bodies writhed and tangled together. Endymion moaned as Serenity teased the ruffles of his midnight-hair, teasing his scalp with her delicate fingers.

Serenity heard his moan. She would remember that in the future, she giggled inwardly. His hands where caressing her all over as if trying to mould her into him, and only him. This was madness, she thought for a second, yet so amazing. She never wanted this blissful feeling inside her to end. How did I exist before knowing him?

Then he stroked her breasts through the fabric of her dress, rubbing and teasing the soft moulds. Serenity arched her neck backwards as a deep moan escaped. Endymion swooped down on the naked flesh, smothering it with hot kisses. He sucked and he nibbled her neck, causing her to rock her hips into him. Could she feel his utter desire for her through her dress?

Pinned against the tree Serenity was at the earth prince's mercy. Feeling his hard length rocking into her stomach sent hot shivers up her spine. As his hands explored her body she almost forgot to breath. She screamed a silent yearning for him. In response he parted her thighs with his knee, rubbing her slowly. Serenity bucked under him violently. For a moment he glanced at her and forgot to breath. Never had she appeared more beautiful him, lost in pure pleasure and passion. If his body, hands and knee could cause such desire within her, then…

Serenity barely had time to register the lustful grin. Endymion paused for the briefest moments, lifted what was left of her silk skirt and then he slid a single finger into her most secret place. Again her hips bucked. Endymion growled, relishing how hot and moist and sensitive her core was. It nearly sent him over the edge. But he wanted to last, to worship her further into the depths of ecstasy.

Serenity yelped at first. Then she yelped more when he started to pulse his finger in and out of her slowly. Her body tensed as her arms ceased moving.

'Serenity' he whispered tenderly, but the passion for her was still thick in his voice.

His heart wrenched at the terror in her eyes. Had he hurt her? Had they gone too far? Instantly he pulled away from slightly, giving her some space but not too much. It his job to comfort and pleasure her, not to cause discomfort or fear.

She sighed into him. 'I am so sorry Endymion. It just hurt more than I expected.'

'You mean...are you trying to tell me that…you and Diamond…never…?'

'…no. Diamond and I never…went this far.'

A mixture of emotions overcame Endymion. Guilt that he had assumed they had been lovers. Regret that he had not taken it slowly. Relief and fear and…humble that she had been honest with him. It was the most vulnerable she had ever been in her life.

Serenity tried to swallow, to shift the lump that had formed. A shiver trickled down her spine as she tried to understand the confusion in Endymion's eyes.

'Prince Endymion!' a shout nearby shook the two. A breathless Zoisite ran towards them, cheeks flushed. 'Prince Endymion! Your father…I mean the King requests your presence immediately. He is growing impatient by the second. Hurry!'

The cold edged into Serenity where his warm body had been only moments before, pressing her against the tress, loss in the passionate embrace. It took all her self-control not to cry out for him. Whilst watching his retreating back, Serenity slumped down to the floor, face in her hands trying to make some sense over her confused and fickle heart.

'Come Princess Serenity. I will escort you back to your bed-chambers' a hand lowered to her.

Kunzite lifted the elegant moon princess to her feet; her body still warm his prince's scent. He found himself wanting to wrap a comforting arm around her. In the moonlight she suddenly seemed so pale and innocent. Clenching his fist he decided against it. He knew that the moon princess would find the strength she needed to face the future soon.

'Do not ever speak to me like that again boy! You still have a lot to learn it seems' the king roared at his son. How dare he flounce into his private chambers, hair ruffled and shirt gaping as if he had been out dancing with the peasants, demanding him, the king, to explain himself.

Endymion lowered his eyes. The king sniffed, satisfy with Endymion's display of humility. He stretched his hand out, indicated the boy to sit.

'I called you here dear Endymion because I have just been informed of some rather distressing news. As you know I had hoped you and Princess Serenity would be married by now. And I think that I have been rather patient, with the both of you. Certain members of the Silver Alliance would not have been so.'

Endymion simply starred at his father; he was used to his constant criticism.

'We are to be married in just over a month father.'

'I am afraid that may not be soon enough.'

'You see, after we return home I received news that the dark prince, Diamond, escaped his exile. He disappeared into the depths of the galaxy. Over time I have heard of several possibly siting's. I hoped never to concern you on this matter but over the last week I have heard more and more rumours. I fear he is hiding here, on earth, and that he intends to harm you and the princess.'

Fear gripped Endymion's heart like a claw of icicles. Prince Diamond, here on earth. And he had just left Serenity alone, on the edges of the castle grounds. Without an explanation he left the chambers, his chair banging to the floor, the king spluttering nonsense. Of all the reactions he had expected, fleeing was not one of them.

Just outside the door Kunzite leant against the wall. 'Before you go rushing off into the night half-dressed, may I suggest you attend to the guest in your bed-chambers, your highness.'

Endymion huffed dramatically. Why could Kunzite never deliver a simple message? As he stormed through the castle Endymion tried to make sense of all that had happened. With Prince Diamond being nearby, as he was sure he would be, all was threatened. If Serenity saw him, would she fall back into his arms?

Yet they were not lovers. For some reason that knowledge pleased him. Dared him to hope. Diamond and Serenity had just been sweethearts whereas they had already begun to explore one another together, emotionally and physically. Endymion knew she found him attractive; her lips responded to his as did her body. Maybe he should tell her loved her, Endymion pondered, reaching a hand to the door. His heart skipped playfully as he remembered their night together. It constricted when he thought he could lose it all to Diamond.

'Maybe I should propose the ceremony be moved forward.' He mused to himself. After all, with their relationship moving so swiftly perhaps that was not such a bad idea.

The door heaved as Endymion entered his bed-chambers, as if to mimic the sigh he wanted to release. A fluster of red fabric caught him off-guard; he barley raised an arm in defence before a body slung into him. It was a sloppy attack. With ease Endymion seized the body, tackling the arms and throwing them against the wall. Enraged blue eyes flashed up at him, platinum locks swirled with her rage.

'You foul monster!' his love hissed through gritted teeth.

Please rate & review - I was a bit nervous posting this chapter as it is my first real attempt at writing a sex scene between the lovely couple...& there will be more soon x