Prologue


She could hear the echo of her footsteps in the corridors, which sounded louder than usual due to the silence of the palace. This was an unusual occurrence, as she was aware that her parents were nearby, and that silence was becoming more frequent than she wanted to admit.

However, everything was going according to plan. She was now a highly capable Sailor Scout, and while she found the role of Super Sailor Mirai Moon challenging, she was proud of her ability to take on the responsibility of the Sailor Moon title, which she felt was a fitting tribute to her mother.

She had met her father, King Endymion.

"Serenity, let's discuss the matter at hand." Princess Rini could hear her father's voice nearby and proceeded to the room where he was located. He was engaged in conversation with her mother.

This is precisely what she was hoping for. They were together, which would facilitate the process.

"Endymion...no...Darien, please," Rini stopped walking, she was outside the room where the voices were coming out, her hand almost touching the doorknob. "Please allow me some time to consider the matter."

"Serenity..."

"I am so sorry, it's all my fault." There was sobbing and Rini's breath stopped for a second as she recognized her mother's voice. "I am the one in the wrong, I am acting weird. I don't like lying to you. I just don't know what is happening to me and to what we have"

Rini decided to stop listening and left the room, forgetting completely why she was searching for them.


Goten was tasked with locating his father. Despite his efforts in Conton City, he was unable to find him and was becoming increasingly concerned. He was hopeful that he would find him and then contact Chronoa, as she was waiting for him and Uncle Vegeta.

It was clear that this was a crucial mission, and with a lack of available time patrollers, it was evident that they needed the two in question. Trunks was also going with them, and if it hadn't been for Gohan, Pan, and him going on another mission, he could have gone with them.

The increase in dangerous missions was a cause for concern, if he was being entirely honest with himself. When he commenced his duties as a time patroller alongside his father and the other members of the team, the missions were relatively straightforward. These typically involved time travel or exploring different timelines.

Nonetheless, this mission involved traveling to other dimensions and worlds, rather than the previous missions which involved interacting with individuals known to him or his father. It was a new venture for all parties involved.

It was a daunting prospect, yet also an exhilarating one.

"Goten, can you hear me?" The voice belonged to Chronoa and was transmitted via his earpiece audio communication device.

"I hear you. What is the issue?"

"Could you make your way to the time nest as soon as you can? Goku and the rest of the team are waiting for you to arrive so we can discuss the mission plans" Goten almost tripped after hearing that.

"I'm on my way." Goten responded promptly and proceeded to the time nest. It was reassuring to know that his father was now there.

He proceeded to the time nest portal upon arrival. Upon reaching the entrance, he observed Toki -toki asleep in its wooden stand. He decided that it would be a problem to pet it without first waking it. He proceeded further into the nest, where the doors opened to reveal the assembled group, seated around a circular table, awaiting his arrival.

He promptly joined the meeting, having first excused himself.

"You don't have to worry, Goten. You were simply following my instructions to search for Goku." Chronoa glanced at Goku before sighing. "However, there is no time to lose." I have called this meeting to discuss the latest mission briefings. As you will be aware, we are once again dealing with a type of mission that requires our utmost attention. In particular, the two cases currently under discussion represent the most critical and challenging assignments we have faced. It would be beneficial to have some additional support. It is not preferable to continuously deploy our most capable people on a single mission, but the circumstances require it. Gohan, Goten and Pan, you three will be deployed to a world designated 'Fishing Town' for the time being. It is a relatively peaceful version of Earth, but you will be primarily responsible for engaging in combat in space. We are still unsure who the attackers are, but this world was not intended to be attacked, ever. There are no strong warriors who can travel to space freely, so we need to provide backup, and before I forget, I should mention that in this world, none of you exist so It will be easier for you to mask your identities if you were to fall into Earth. I would like to take a moment later to clarify a few details. Are there any questions?"

"No, Ma'am." The two young adults and the pre-teen girl responded in unison.

"Good. Now, let us , Vegeta and Trunks, please be aware that your mission will be more challenging. The three of you will proceed to a world where you won't exist. There is also some type of magic involved that may present challenges if you do not plan accordingly. This location is a Pacific timeline version of one of the worlds that has remained uncorrupted throughout its history, similar to the other previously mentioned example. Upon arrival, you will find yourselves in a place called Crystal Tokyo. Avoid interaction with the local population unless it is necessary. Exercise caution in managing your powers, as there is a large human society in the area. I have limited information about this world because they have not posed a significant challenge to me in the past. However, there is another section that can protect it with their mediums, so they are prepared for any difficulty"

Vegeta stated that this was the first time he had heard this information. He added that they must not share a method of transportation or something similar, as he had never sensed them.

"No, they don't use scrolls. They use doors" Chronoa stated simply before continuing in a serious tone, "Nevertheless, this one is undoubtedly for us, given the strength coming out of the scrolls, so let us cut to the chase and proceed."


Neo Queen Serenity proceeded to her balcony, her gait slow and deliberate as she gazed once more at her kingdom, Tokyo Crystal, with a melancholy expression. The environment was tranquil and attractive. The years spent maintaining stability and defending the kingdom had finally paid off, particularly during periods of peace. The kingdom in which she had previously been confident of seeing a long-lasting future, the one she had wished to have with King Endymion.

Serenity, stop. It's over, has been over for 7 years

Her thoughts interrupted her fantasy once again. Following her divorce, she believed she would be fine. She and Endymion had parted amicably. However, her romantic sensibilities continued to mourn the official end of her romantic love story.

And the experience was painful.

Her promised happy ending didn't last forever and she was the one at fault for it. She was the one that noticed that her love for him began to disappear little by little as the years went by, and that pained her more than anything. Which caused her significant distress. She made a concerted effort to remain by his side, even going so far as to reassure others that everything was fine and good, in order to maintain a positive outlook and avoid causing concern.

She was severely critical of herself for years after realizing that she was the cause of that situation. Despite her best efforts, she was unable to alter her perspective, which caused her considerable distress.

She therefore decided to accept the situation and try to move on. While the memory still caused her discomfort, she was significantly more resilient than she had been in the past. Her decision was met with support from friends and, notably, her daughter, who was poised to ascend to the role of Queen of Crystal Tokyo in the near future.

What was going to happen to me after that?

Her physical and mental age was that of a 43-year-old woman, with a youthful appearance. This was one of the advantages of wielding the power of the silver crystal, which also benefited those close to her.

In the usual case, a monarch would die in power, and the throne would then pass to their son or daughter. However, this was not the case for her, which caused further confusion given that the typical role of a retired queen is to provide assistance and guidance to their grandchildren, oversee their education, and generally support the smooth functioning of the royal family. She was, to be frank, seeking a respite from her duties as a monarch.

The aspiration to become Queen was first planted in her mind when she met her future daughter as a teenager. She was already aware that she would become Queen, thanks to Rini, and she proceeded to pursue this goal over the next two decades in her lunarian years.

All the essential tasks had been completed. Galaxia did not reappear after her final confrontation with her as a teenager. Even when she inquired with the oracle about her return, the oracle did not indicate that she would return.

She was now able to take her time, which allowed her to gain further knowledge and experience by traveling around the globe to gain a deeper understanding of the planet she was responsible for protecting and caring for. She experienced a renewed sense of freedom and happiness that finished too soon for her liking, having realized that she had been lacking in this area for some time.

What else she needed?

She was somewhat perplexed by the sensation of emptiness that lingered within her. What further requirements are there?

BAAAAAAAAAM!

The floor of her balcony trembled and she was visibly shaken as she observed the formation of an explosion in one of the parts of Tokyo Crystal. She then saw large chunks of light heading towards her, which she perceived as hostile.

This was bad

Neo Queen Serenity called for her staff and proceeded to neutralize each of the lights with her own beams of light. She was able to eliminate three of them before realizing that one of them had targeted the support crystal that was essential for maintaining the stability of her balcony. The floor began to crack beneath her feet and, in the next instant, she felt herself falling.

She was unable to vocalize a scream as the lights continued to pursue her and launch further attacks that she was unable to evade. It was challenging to maintain focus amidst the rapid descent, yet she persisted in her assault on the adversaries. However, one managed to circumvent her defenses and strike her with considerable force in the posterior, precipitating a precipitous descent. On this occasion, she was compelled to close her eyes and scream her discomfort as a result of the coming impact.

She then felt a hand on her back and another on her legs, which stopped her from falling too quickly.

Nevertheless, she was reluctant to open her eyes, noting that the hands belonged to a man. They were not as diminutive and slender as those of the sailor soldiers, nor did they exude the same refined demeanor as King Endymion.

"Are you all right?" A soft male voice, which conveyed a sense of care and concern, prompted her to lower her guard slightly as she opened her eyes.

He was a man of approximately her age, or perhaps even younger, with black spiky hair and a look of concern on his face. She looked down and saw that he was carrying her.

Wait, he was carrying her.

"Yes!" Neo Queen Serenity said as he began to lower her slowly, she paused to say, "I-"

She was unable to proceed further as he became tense and turned abruptly, as did she to her other side. She sensed an imminent threat as more enemies advanced from various directions towards them. He proceeded to launch a series of concentrated light beams in the direction of the adversaries. She employed a comparable tactic, utilizing the particles of light generated by her staff. The subsequent maneuvers positioned them in a back-to-back configuration.

"It is clear to me that this is not your first experience with this type of situation"

"It is not my first time, but I am somewhat out of has been more than a decade since we were attacked." This was personal, why was she disclosing this information to a stranger?

She felt it was important to be open and honest, despite the unusual nature of the situation. There was a sense of camaraderie and trust that she felt from him. As if he would comprehend what she meant.

"I can't say the same. This is part of what I do" The lights that were closer transformed into humanoid-type monsters that were quite big.

"Kyya!" Neo Queen Serenity was taken aback by their sudden appearance. She was previously unaware that her enemies would reach such a considerable height. Given her recent experience, she was prepared for this type of adversary. The assailants aimed at her face, and the man swiftly took his arm around her hips and moved her around, managing to connect a kick to the monster's face and send it flying.

Neo Queen Serenity promptly deflected the beams of light-headed her way with her staff.

Further light emerged, advancing on them. Neo Queen Serenity recognized that they were beyond their capabilities. If only she had time to assess the situation and determine the best course of action.

"NEO QUEEN SERENITY!" That was Eternal Sailor Mars voice! Neo Queen Serenity had never before experienced such a profound sense of joy at the sight of a friend.

"KAKAROT! STOP FOOLING AROUND AND END THIS!" Another male voice she didn't know interjected, he was probably a friend of that man.

"CELESTIAL FIRE, ATTACK!"

"BIG BANG ATTACK!"

The man released his grip on her, and now, seeing that the team was coordinating an attack on the monsters, she had finally gained the opportunity to call out her most powerful attack.

"Lunar Purification." Her voice was audible and distinct as a brilliant and radiant light enveloped her and expanded, encompassing Crystal Tokyo. She suddenly felt weak and was compelled to take a step back as she became aware of her power diminishing.

"Whoa, there!" The man provided support to prevent her body from falling to the ground.

"Sorry, it has been some time since I have used that particular attack. I will be fine, I just need a short period of time to regain my energy" Neo Queen Serenity added with a hint of embarrassment, however, the sudden discomfort allowed her to see the man more clearly. His spiky black hair was an interesting sight and his brown eyes were calm, he wore a black form-fitting short-sleeved shirt covered with a flowing red vest with a long backside that is secured with a blue obi tied over it at his waist and blue armbands and black pants with black kung fu shoes and blue leg wraps. He also carried behind his back a red pole and had a small bag secured to his obi.

"Neo Queen Serenity!" Mars called her again breaking her attention.

"Mum!" Furthermore, she was able to recognize her daughter's voice. She observed the descent of a young man she had not previously encountered, who was holding her. It appeared that they were flying before.

"That's good to know," he said, nodding before handing her over to Eternal Sailor Mars. He then observed the unconscious bodies of the monsters before turning to Eternal Sailor Mars and asking, "She is your friend, isn't she? My friends and I need to take care of the situation with the monsters. It seems she made them fall unconscious, Which was really helpful!"

"Wait, I'm not sure if I understand." Eternal Sailor Mars observed the two men take flight. The individual who had been holding the princess placed her gently on the ground and departed with them. "Identify yourselves!" she demanded.

"Mum, are you okay?" Princess Rini arrived on the scene promptly, having been unable to transform in time.

"I am fine at the moment, but I will be fully recovered in two hours. I am somewhat out of practice in terms of the offensive side." Neo Queen Serenity laughed, a little embarrassed.

"I am sorry, Serenity. We were engaged in combat with the majority of the opposition at the same time. It was only after the weirdo arrived that I was able to come and get you." Eternal Sailor Mars was visibly upset. It was clear to the queen that her meeting with that man had not gone as well as her recent encounter with the other.

"Please don't be so rude, Sailor Mars! Without Trunk's assistance, I would not have been able to leave the palace unscratched!" Princess Rini stated with conviction and strength, which prompted the two adult women to stare at her with surprise.

"You know his name?" Eternal Sailor Mars looked at her with a critical eye.

"Naturally.! It was discourteous of me not to introduce myself after he saved my life."

Princess Rini interjected, her cheeks turning a strong shade of red. "Furthermore, he was a gentleman because he answered me right away with his name."

"Well, you heard her, Mars," Neo Queen Serenity said more simply, smiling. "I need to thank them for saving my daughter and me now"

"Fine, but I'll only thank them, and then I need them gone. I don't want to see that man much!"


It didn't take them much time to eliminate fully their enemies, being knocked out made easier the cleaning process and Vegeta was ready to leave right away after finishing the job.

That would have happened if Chronoa hadn't called them right away.

"GUYS, IS SAFE TO TALK TO THE QUEEN THERE! THAT WORLD IS SAFE TO INTERACT! CAN YOU ALL PASS ME TO THE QUEEN WHEN YOU ARE DONE?! I WANT TO ASK HER ABOUT HER LIFE AS A MONARCH AND STUFF! SHE IS PRETTY IMPORTANT NOW THAT I INVESTIGATED HER MORE! PLEASE GUYS! SHE IS A REAL QUEEN!" The sound of Chronoa's screams continued to reverberate in the ears of the time patroller as they flew towards the castle, which was made of crystal.

They proceeded to descend slowly towards the doors of the palace. Goku, in his capacity as the team's leader, took the initiative to knock. The doors opened, and upon observing that no one was present to prohibit their entry, they proceeded to enter.

The doors closed behind them, and they observed with interest how everything appeared to be simultaneously welcoming and austere. There were long marble stairs leading to what seemed to be a second floor, and in the center of the expansive room, the floor appeared to be a type of hard crystal, as solid as the thickest rock.

"Trunks! You're back!" a soft voice called. It was a girl with pink hair and red eyes who walked from the second floor. She was wearing a white dress with small pink accents and was going down the stairs at a quick pace. "Oh, I mean Queen Serenity. They're back!"

Goku observed the reappearance of a woman with blonde hair and blue eyes on the second floor. She appeared more refined and strong than before, and she smiled. She was wearing a white dress with a butterfly-type design on the back, which also incorporated some form of wings. She proceeded down the stairs, accompanied by four women who followed her closely. The women wore strange outfits of a similar design but different colours.

"I warmly welcome you, travelers, to Crystal Tokyo. As the Queen of this kingdom, I express my profound gratitude for your invaluable assistance in helping my kingdom, my guardians, my daughter, and myself today. I, Neo Queen Serenity, am unable to adequately express my gratitude for your invaluable assistance" She smiled softly, looking at them now with her guardians beside her who showed a smile, well the majority of them since the one with the red color outfit was looking at the other side. Goku heard how Vegeta made a noise behind him.

"OH MY GODDESS! SHE TALKS SO ROYALLY, I AM AHHHHH!" The voice of their ear communicators would be heard to the Queen and the guardians, who swiftly positioned themselves in front of the Queen as a gesture of protection. "OH SORRY! SORRY! I NEED TO PRESENT MYSELF! I am Chronoa, the person in charge of time, you can say I am the goddess of time? wait where are my manners please! Can we talk more in private I have so much to ask you!"

The time patrollers displayed visible discomfort as their boss screamed in their ears. However, Neo Queen Serenity found the situation somewhat amusing and proceeded to address her guardians with a calm and composed demeanor. She requested assistance from her guardian with blue sailor-type attire to facilitate more effective communication with the Chronoa individual.

Goku was informed that the short, blue-haired woman was Sailor Mercury, a woman of comparable intelligence to his late friend, Bulma. Since she examined their communicators and promptly installed a device that enhanced the sound quality, she was able to create an audio device that displayed a video in real-time of Chronoa when they arrived in a different room.

"I am pleased to make the acquaintance of the person who possesses the distinctive voice I just became familiar with," Neo Queen Serenity said as a hologram of Chronoa looked back at her. "It is a pleasure to meet you."

"WOAH! DIDN'T EXPECT YOU TO SEE ME! SO YOUR TECHNOLOGY IS REALLY ADVANCED!" Chronoa displayed a cheerful demeanor, which prompted Trunks to question if it was right to do that. Where was the secrecy she had previously demanded from them?

"Sailor Mercury is the best guardian when this type of subject is needed "Neo Queen Serenity talked highly of her guardian "However, you told me you're the goddess of time, right? You must need to keep everything in order"

"Indeed. As a guardian, I must avoid potential issues and prevent historical disruptions. I observe that you have also selected a support with similar capabilities."

"Yes. Sailor Pluto was previously responsible for ensuring temporal stability with time, so I am aware of certain details, but I was not anticipating that the role would be that one for a goddess. It is a great privilege to have you here with us today." The Neo Queen Serenity showed her respect, which surprised her guardians, but not the princess.

"Why does the Queen accept her statements without question? Why is she not questioning this?" Trunks inquired to the princess in a low voice.

"My mother, or the Queen as she is also known, has a sixth sense when it comes to this. She can tell right away if divine beings are fake or not. I am still in the process of acquiring this skill, as it is a valuable asset."

The discussion between the Queen and the Goddess of Time suddenly became lengthy. Chronoa provided a concise overview of their operations and how they conduct their duties, which elicited a range of reactions from her patrollers, from surprise to dismay. Nevertheless, Goku observed a change in the Queen's demeanor as she listened to Chronoa's explanations. He was intrigued by her sudden interest in their activities.

Despite the conclusion of the call and the subsequent goodbyes, the conversation had reached a natural end. Trunks was suspicious because Chronoa had not pursued the matter further with regard to the kingdom and her interest in royalty, as he had anticipated. He decided to reserve judgment for the time being and to pursue the matter further when they returned.

A brunette-haired woman proposed a feast for the patrollers as a gesture of gratitude. The discussion with the goddess helped the guardians feel more at ease, having gained insight into the visitors' professions. This shifted their perception from suspicion to a more neutral stance.

"Excuse me, but I would like to..." Goku turned to face the Queen. She appeared somewhat uneasy "If it isn't an inconvenience, I'd like to discuss something with you in private to ask you a few questions, if you don't mind."

Goku surveyed the room. Vegeta was seated on one of the sofas in the living room with his arms crossed, while Trunks conversed with the princess. The guardians were assisting the other woman in preparing the food.

"Sure" he replied, and she smiled and indicated him to follow her.

They proceeded together for some time along a corridor that ultimately led them to one of the balconies within the castle. She opened the crystal doors, revealing a dark shade of blue sky with a few stars visible.

It was late.

"Are you finding your day-to-day work challenging?" "She inquired, as she placed her arms on the balcony railing.

"Yeah, sometimes it is," Goku responded as he got closer to her, placing himself by her side with a comfortable distance to not feel intrusive. "We always get it done through."

"You talk as if saving the laws of time, the lives of living persons and worlds are so little," she softly laughed, and he smiled for the first time in the whole day.

""You get used to it after a while, it doesn't seem as big when you do it frequently."

"Do you travel frequently because of that?" She looked at him with interest and inquired, "To help people and their worlds?"

"For the most part, yes. We do have some periods of rest and to have fun, but recently, there have been an increasing of challenging missions that require our attention. As the strongest time patrollers, our free time is limited often thanks to that" He expressed with sense of nostalgia for his previous free time, which he enjoyed by exploring new places and eating at different restaurants without the pressure of finishing it to quickly to go to his mission.

"Do you believe that someone with my particular skill set could be of assistance?" Her voice turned back at being more formal, while soft and hesitant, as if she were unsure of herself.

"Huh?"

"Oh, never mind that "she blushed " I just-"

"Well, if you want my honest opinion, yes. You can be of help to us, I hadn't seen anyone who was able to knock out that number of enemies by power alone, it was quite impressive" He observed at the moon "I do have to tell you that it Is a work you will have to sacrifice a lot for"

"I don't think I would sacrifice more than I already did" She whispered to herself and even if Goku had heard her, he chose not to comment on the matter. He gazed at her intently, noting her apparent loneliness despite his presence.

The sensation was one he was all too familiar with.

"Oh my, it is already late! They must be waiting for us. We need to go, but wait! Before that, thank you for answering my question mister-" She stopped midway and, for the first time ever, he noticed that he never told her his name.

"Goku, that's my name" he said with a smile.

"Well, thank you Goku" She said with a soft smile on her face.