My apologies for my absence. Again. This portion is being written as of Dec 19, 2020. This year's been rough and I want to turn things around. If I can give people the satisfaction of an update, then I will. Anyways, please enjoy. I plan to get back into this as soon as possible.

Usagi was in shock at her friends' actions. the fact that they just grabbed her and teleported... She didn't even get her brooch!

"Girls..." They returned to Hikawa shrine, it seemed. "I..." She couldn't find words though. Who knows what could happen now since Endymion would surely fly into a rage and send youmas out immediately. She had no way to aid the girls in battle without being caught.

"Yes, yes, you are very grateful, we know." The raven haired woman spoke up, all having detransformed by now. They had to hug her. It felt like ages since they'd held her. Usagi was grateful, but she knew she'd have to return to Endymion. Something in her gut told her that she wouldn't be able to escape him so easily.

Minako proceeded to then grab her left hand, reminding Usagi of what lie there as a memento of the fact she couldn't escape Endymion. "Usagi, did he do anything to you?" Ami immediately used her Mercury computer to scan over the girl after Minako spoke.

"Not much really... We fought just the once a few hours ago... There were men..." She had completely forgotten about the vulnerable humans in Endymion's grasp. She struggled with the need to return and protect them...

"Men...?" Makoto asked, careful. Usagi didn't want them to go storming back despite the danger of the men still there and how Endymion could possibly use them against the scouts.

"Ah... Kunzite and them... I cleansed Kunzite and revived the other three generals..." She trailed off, uncertain of their reactions. All she got was a few blank stares.

"The generals..." Makoto slowly repeated.

"They're not evil if that's your concern... They were actually quite helpful and calming to me since I had been there. They're actually more reasonable to deal with than Endymion himself." She sighed, thinking about her issues with the armor clad man.

"Can we really be sure about that?" Rei was a sceptic, as always.

"Maybe not, but I'm sure that the crystal healed them as Kunzite is much more tolerable and less of a rude jerk." Usagi hoped he wasn't spying on her because if so, she'd be sure to tell him about his good qualities.

"We'll see in time, but for now..." Ami took her left hand to observe the strange energy that seemed to radiate around the ring that everyone now noticed.

"The hell...?!" Minako poked at the thing on Usagi's ring finger. "This is what he did? He married you?" On one hand, the girl was relieved, but on the other, he could have at least invited them.

"For real... We thought he was gong to do worse." Usagi didn't want to ask what Rei meant by that. However, she'd probably get to know once she came across Endymion again. As of right now, she was very tired and just wanted to rest. Being around those youma, even in that stressful situation, really took a toll on her body and mind.

"I'd... I'd like to go see Mama and Papa." She spoke, not wanting to waste anymore time before she would return to her house.

The girls surrounding her nodded, taking note of how their princess looked extremely tired. They all followed her to make sure Endymion or a Youma didn't jump out and grab her as she made her way back to her home. Safely, Usagi made her way to the front door and knocked. She couldn't wait to see her parent's happy faces.

It took a bit, but her mother opened the door, but she was a mess. Her eyes landed on her daughter and she froze.

Usagi wasn't expecting this reaction.

"Mama...?" She asked before her mother's hands grasped at her face, looking her over.

"Usagi...? Is that really you...?" Her mother must not think she actually home. She really was upset about her missing daughter.

The girl nodded and moved to quickly hug the woman who soon unfroze from her state of shock and began to weep into her daughter's shoulder.

"I'm home, Mama. I'm home." Though, she knew it couldn't last for long.

"Kenji...! Shingo!" Her mother's teary voice called out and the two came rushing to the door.

"Look who's back!" She smiled to them as she let go, Kenji immediately taking her place and wrapping his arms around his beloved daughter.

They continued to cry, glad to be holding their little girl in their arms again, Shingo relieved that his sister was okay. The tearful reunion was surely something they all wouldn't forget any time soon.

They soon called around, even informing the school that she was found and home safe. but she wouldn't return for the week. She'll stay home and with her family so that they can check over her and make sure she's okay.

Ikuko wanted to call someone else to let him know that her daughter was safe, but she actually didn't have Mamoru's number. They usually just ran into each other by chance...

Endymion paced his room, annoyed and frustrated. A week was too long. He'll probably be shortening it to a day soon if he doesn't hear anything back about her yet.

"You're quite worried for supposedly not caring about her." That damned voice. What did he know?

"It's not your business."

"It is technically my body, so I do believe it is." Endymion could only roll his eyes. This was stupid.

He looked to the gold band on his left hand and frowned more.

"Damned girl... She's messing with my head." She pushed the doors to her room open and looked around. Did she hide a communication system here? Was it her who made contact and gave them coordinates? If so, he may just need to punish her for it.

He looked though her clothes for anything as well, but didn't find much. A mere glance at her undergarments in a drawer made him shut it immediately, his face feeling warm.

Note to self: That's her underwear drawer. Useful information, but not right now.

Kunzite entered his room, but looked to see his King in the Queen's room.

"My King..." He bowed, grabbing Endymion's attention. He straightened himself out, appearing to not have been thinking anything explicit. Or at all.

"Yes, Kunzite?"

"Word from a Youma, your Highness. The Queen has been spotted in her familial home."

Endymion silently cursed. Now her family was involved in knowing she's safe. He wanted to stall, but he supposed that he could adapt to this change.

"Send in a few Youmas to gain energy. I need a push in my abilities in making a better shield so those pesky scouts don't interfere again." He commanded, Kunzite nodding and exiting the room.

Endymion wanted nothing more than her return at this point. He'd get her soon. He may even make an impromptu visit to check in with Ikuko...

Walking out of the rooms, he smirked to himself. Getting her back was all that was on his mind, and how he'd go about it wouldn't be as soft as before. He'd use force if he had to.

Usagi spent the night in her bedroom after what felt like forever. Though, it wasn't as fancy as the big puffy blankets she'd grown used to. Even so, she felt comfortable because she felt safe in her family home. Though she felt bad since her parents insisted that they stay up and watch over her in a sense. They were currently out in the hall, talking about how happy they feel to have her back. She couldn't really help but eavesdrop as well...

"I've called up mostly everyone... Her friends, and school to say the least. The only one I don't have contact information for is Mamoru." Usagi froze in her spot.

"Mamoru...?" Her mind raced as to the possibilities. Was he actually reborn and wandering the streets? No... The girls would have said something. At least, she hopes that they would have told her something.

"Should you really tell him though...?" Her father's voice cut through her thoughts, given he sounded annoyed. His usual protective Papa side coming out. She had to giggle at his tone.

But the use of that name... It really gave her something to think about. She only wished to think of the positives, but she had a feeling deep in her gut about it. She knew what the feeling may be, but she didn't want to assume just in case there was potential to the idea she had...

The thoughts of hope distracted her for a bit and let her finally fall asleep. She could only hope she had good dreams and that her bad feelings about the current situation would disappear, if only for a few hours of rest.

Awaking hours later, she found that she missed the bright glow of the sun in her face from her window. She didn't have any strange dreams this time around, which she was grateful for. Those other ones seemed more intimate than anything that she had ever actually experienced, which was strange to her. She didn't really want to think about it any more than she had to.

Leaving her bedroom, she made her way to the kitchen downstairs, her mother humming a song. She turned to greet her daughter with such enthusiasm, it gave Usagi a bit of whiplash. Though, that should be something she had to adjust to for now. Her mother did just get her daughter back, even if it was for a short time. It was a nice change for now.

Sitting down by her brother, she waited as her mother set down a plate of food for her. God how she missed her mother's food. Once her eyes were set on the plate, she was set on getting it all in her stomach, but she was definitely getting seconds.

Then the doorbell rang. Usagi paid no mind to it as she lovingly began chewing on the delicious, home-made meal. Her mother went to answer the door, wondering who it could be this early in the morning. Opening the door, she was greeted with a nice surprise.

"Ah, Mamoru! I hoped to see you around!"

Usagi dropped her utensils at the mention of that name. This was either going to make or break her hope if it was who she thought it was. If so, she should be prepared to feel disappointed.

"Morning, Mrs. Tsukino." The voice was the same and all. She wasn't sure she wanted to move from her seat though.

I'll do what I can for next chapter, but I won't make any promises.