Chapter 1:
The Begining
One week later
"Endymion, I would like to discuss a matter with you." Neo Queen Serenity was attempting to maintain a calm demeanor. He was located in the library room, reading one of his favourite books with the window open. The sunlight cast an ethereal glow on the scene. She would have been overcome with love by such a gallant picture in the past, but now, it only evoked a sense of nostalgia, nothing more.
"Of course, Serenity. What is the matter?"
"Endymion, as the current ruler of Crystal Tokyo, you have the option of remaining in power until our daughter is ready to assume the throne."
"Naturally, I am aware of that, Serenity, but I am curious as to why you are asking that question." He stood up from his chair and walked closer to her. "We had always co-reignited,"
"Do you recall what I told you? Regarding the time patrol incident?" He nodded "Well I believe there was a reason for it. I am inclined to agree with your assessment.
The goddess of time sounded like she required assistance, and as you are aware, I am inclined to assist anyone experiencing difficulties. My primary role was that of a guardian, before I assumed the position of Queen."
"Serenity..."
"Everything is currently under control, Endymion. There have been no further attacks since the previous incident. If I provide assistance, there is a high probability of preventing a recurrence. I want to help them. They are struggling to maintain order in a situation that is more complex than anything we have faced before. I want to be able to contribute to a resolution, as my involvement may soon be unnecessary." Her tone shifted from excitement to sadness, but she maintained her composure.
"Serenity, I assure you that you will not be rendered incapable of contributing to the Kingdom. We could be together and explore opportunities worldwide." Endymion's tone was optimistic, which caused distress to Neo Queen Serenity. Despite her efforts to maintain a positive outlook, she remained unenthusiastic.
"Endymion, we have been granted a divorce." We have already discussed this matter. I am unable to see you in the same way as before and require some time to reflect. It has been a significant period of time since I have held the position of Queen, and as a result, I am unsure of how I was functioning prior to this. I am concerned about this, as prior to this destiny being revealed to me, I was a normal girl who then became a guardian at a relatively young age. In this role, I am unable to present myself as a mere guardian. It is widely known that I am a member of the royal family. However, I am seeking to regain my sense of freedom. I want to engage in combat and assist people, rather than remaining on the sidelines or being the last remaining weapon in reserve. I understand this may sound unconventional, but I have never felt so strongly about something for so long."
"I believe I understand. You want to help but also have some time for yourself without the pressure of the kingdom, is that correct?" Endymion displayed a regretful but understanding expression before continuing, "My apologies, Serenity. I did not intend to cause you discomfort. It is still somewhat difficult for me after everything we have been through together, but I believe that this period of separation will help us both to gain a deeper understanding of our own feelings.
"Will you be helping me, Endymion?" Queen Serenity experienced a surge of anticipation upon hearing this.
"Naturally, Serenity. "If it is of benefit to you, I will do it," he said before embracing her. Neo Queen Serenity reciprocated the gesture, feeling somewhat disconcerted by the sudden show of affection.
"Thank you, Endymion."
They then proceeded to separate, with Neo Queen Serenity offering a smile and excusing herself to prepare her things. King Endymion was hurt by her abrupt departure but he noticed that she had been in high spirits recently and that her smile was sincere. He had to acknowledge that he was not the source of her recent cheerfulness as before.
Neo Queen Serenity was now in a difficult situation. It was night already, and the optimal moment to escape had arrived. While "escaping" may have been an overly harsh term, the reality was more complex. She was planning to go secretly to another place for an extended period without informing her guardians. If she did, they would not allow her to leave or, worse, force her to take them all with her. The point is that she had a strong attachment to her guardians, but nevertheless, she required a certain degree of autonomy and freedom.
There were occasions when she wished she could return to her previous role as Sailor Moon, combining the responsibilities of a guardian with those of a 14-year-old. While the duties of a guardian were challenging, they were not as onerous as she had initially perceived them to be, particularly in light of her subsequent realization that she was a member of the royal family and that she needed to mature more quickly. The constraints of her destiny steered her towards a future that she had long desired, but in recent years, it had become a stifling golden cage. She was aware that her emotions might be influencing her perception, but at that moment, it felt as though that was the case. Perhaps the situation would change once she had been away for a longer period.
Upon her return, she will be able to view the situation with a fresh perspective.
Until further notice, the title of Neo Queen Serenity will be temporarily suspended. She would retain the Queen title, as it was an integral part of her identity. However, she would need to reconsider other aspects of her attire, such as her dress, which was not suitable for combat. While the garment was both comfortable and suitable for more relaxed activities, it would prove problematic in situations requiring greater physical exertion and close-quarters combat.
She required an outfit that would facilitate movement.
Similar to Sailor Moon's attire.
She inspected the contents of her night table in her room. The jewelry box contained her old Eternal Sailor Moon brooch. She had last utilized it during the conflict with Galaxia.
Furthermore, she proceeded to retrieve the item, her evident nervousness manifesting in her shaky hands as she opened her jewellery brooch and observed it: a golden brooch in the form of a heart. The object felt incongruous in her hands, akin to an aged doll from her childhood. It was previously a part of her history, but now, it seems to be incompatible with her current circumstances.
She was reluctant to utter her incantation, as she was no longer as young as she once was and was uncertain if the title of Sailor Moon alone reflected her current identity. She was moon royalty, a fact she could not deny. However, she was also Sailor Moon.
Is it not possible to combine these two elements? The title of 'Eternal Sailor Moon' was no longer appropriate for her, unless she changed it to something that reflected her current status. She needed to determine a name that reflected her current and past roles.
She is a Queen and was previously known as Sailor Moon.
She then closed her eyes and held her brooch to her chest, contemplating a new name befitting her role as a guardian.
Queen Sailor Moon
She sensed a warmth emanating from the brooch in response to her touch, instilling a sense of optimism for the potential realisation of her aspirations, particularly the re-embodiment of her alter ego, Sailor Moon. Her tenure was not eternal, but she was born as a Sailor Guardian.
The words crossed her mind as soon as she recognised her ability to effect change, as if it were a matter of destiny.
Royal Moon power, make up!
She could feel the ribbons embracing her body as she smiled, and a warm, nostalgic light seemed to cover her. Upon opening her eyes, she felt a sense of increased energy and empowerment.
Furthermore, she observed that her hands were now adorned with white gloves. She made an excited noise as she proceeded to her large one-piece mirror.
The reflection did not show Eternal Sailor Moon.
She had the golden crescent moon on her forehead as she always had since transforming into Eternal Sailor Moon. Additionally, she wore a spiky golden tiara that referenced her queen crown, which had pearls trimmed below it. The tiara also featured a red heart-shaped jewel in the middle.
Her new outfit consisted of a combination of her previous Sailor Moon attire and elements of her new royal style. Her blue sailor collar, featuring three white stripes, remained unchanged. The red ribbon on her chest, with its thin heart-shaped golden brooch, was also retained. Below her chest, a line of trimmed pearls accentuated the separation between her chest and the rest of her dress. Her earrings, with their gold stars and crescent moons, were mostly unchanged, it was only added some pears in her ear section. The blue colour from her previous outfit was carried over to her knee-length blue skirt-dress.
However, the outfit also incorporated elements of royalty. White pearls were incorporated into the white-bordered red circular hairpieces in each bun. The shoulder pads were removed and replaced with two trims of lace in each shoulder. Her collar featured trimmed pearls with a half-moon pendant. She had replaced her white leotard with a long white knee-length dress that opened in the middle, forming an upside-down V that showed part of her now long blue skirt. This new ensemble could be described as a knee-length dress. Additionally, her boots were no longer present; she was now wearing white high heels with golden laces that formed the wing of a butterfly in each one.
She turned around and observed that she had acquired a bow that resembled her Super Sailor Moon form, albeit with greater transparency.
She was taken aback, as she had not anticipated such a result. Furthermore, she had not utilised her abilities for personal gain since her teenage years, when she transformed with the changing pen.
It was a welcome sensation, akin to treating oneself after a considerable period of time.
She twirled once and then twice, displaying a youthful exuberance.
"Mum, may I ask if you are certain about this decision?" The door suddenly opened, and her daughter suddenly appeared, having remained at the entrance in shock. "Sailor Moon? This is not what I expected to be greeted by, but I am pleased to see you nonetheless."
"I am Queen Sailor Moon now," she said, with a hint of embarrassment. "Do you not think this is an appropriate choice?"
"You look beautiful, mum." Princess Rini walked closer to her and took both of her hands, smiling brightly. "I didn't expect to see Sailor Moon again."
"I didn't either, to be honest." She smiled as she gripped her daughter's hands and smiled brightly. "It's become a necessity now, though. I am nevertheless glad that your father informed you about it. He is the best one in choosing the correct words."
Princess Rini was attempting to persuade her mother to reconsider by offering what she hoped was a convincing smile. However, she was now facing an uphill battle, as it became increasingly difficult to maintain even a hint of skepticism. Plan B was the best course of action.
Princess Rini acknowledged that she now understood his perspective, but emphasized the importance of not relying solely on a single individual in this situation. "The other guardians would be concerned if they knew that there was no one there to protect you and be with you if something happened in an unfamiliar place."
"That's why I'm going with her." Eternal Sailor Mars appeared at the entrance of the room with her luggage. "I'm not leaving her Majesty with people we don't know, and I'm the only one available. In light of Jupiter's absence due to familial commitments, Mercury must oversee her new advancement technology project with King Endymion and Pluto. Venus's absence is already accounted for due to her dual role as a prominent celebrity in this region. Saturn's presence is essential to assist Princess Rini in her preparations for future organizational roles within the kingdom and Uranus and Neptune won't even approve that you do this without the whole group together. "
"Mars..."
"Good afternoon, Sailor Moon "Eternal Sailor Mars approached her with a warm smile. "It has been a while..."
"Queen Sailor Moon" She attempted to project an air of authority but was unable to maintain her composure and laughed.
"Thank you, Mars, for accompanying me." Queen Sailor Moon said with pride before turning to her daughter and holding her shoulders. She was now a beautiful young adult of 23 years old. "I leave everything to your father and you, Rini. I am confident that you both will excel in your new roles, and I am grateful to you both for giving me this opportunity"
"I'm sure we will succeed, Mother." Princess Rini hugged Queen Sailor Moon, who returned the embrace, giving her head a gentle pat before releasing her. "Auntie Mars, please take care of her for me."
"I will, Princess." Eternal Sailor Mars hugged her. "Goodbye, Rini. Please tell the others that I will keep an eye on her."
Trunks should have predicted this, he should have asked why Goku got one of his ear communicators replaced, and he should have been more suspicious about the so-called "calls" Chronoa was getting in this past week. He just didn't think much of it back then but now, he was going to see the consequences of that with his own eyes.
She summoned the team to the entrance of the time nest, sounding excited and everyone knew when she acted like that, is normally some kind of trouble in the future.
The group waited, anxiously, for their leader. It felt like qutie long until she finally arrived, walking towards them with a big cheeky smile, ready to cause chaos.
"I am glad you all came! As the most powerful patrollers, it was important to discuss this matter with you first." Chronoa's smile boosted in energy.
"What is this about, Miss Chronoa?" Gohan was interested and felt it was his responsibility to ask her first before Pan even tried to.
"As you are aware, I recently assigned two groups to two significant missions in unfamiliar worlds. I am happy to report that both were successful. and'we also encountered influential individuals in these locations. After conducting due research, I can confirm that they are a safe and reliable source of assistance. As the Goddess of Time, I had to identify the most adaptable people around me to help me with the missions that become overwhelming when there are many, so finding them was an amazing stroke of luck!"
"So, new time patrollers?" Goten tried to hide the enthusiasm in his voice.
"Certainly! Nevertheless, tthey are of significant importance, so I am unable to present them myself, come girls! Don't be shy!" Chronoa called to the Time Nest, and then, behind one of the walls of the entrance to the main building, two people peeked out, only to step out of the wall and walk towards them.
Goku was as shocked as Vegeta when he recognised the new Time Patrollers. The two women walked with elegance and pride, like royalty. It was the second time Goku had seen the Queen, but she was wearing a different outfit, and he preferred this one because it looked more practical, and there was something else to it that he couldn't put his finger on yet.
"Hello everyone. It is a pleasure to finally meet you all, my name is Serenity and I am the Queen of Tokyo Crystal, which is why I am called Queen Sailor Moon, or Sailor Moon for short if that is too long. It is my guardian name and I would like you all to call me that".
"Hi, I am Rei Hino. I am the Guardian of Fire and the Queen of the planet Mars by name, I will go by Sailor Mars for the same reason as Queen Sailor Moon, since that is my Guardian name. We will both be in your care".
Both smiled kindly and respectfully.
"You both use different names? To protect your true identities?!" Gohan's voice sounded high-pitched, making Pan and Goten facepalmed.
"Indeed, we come from a place where we were regarded as heroines, which afforded us the opportunity to protect our family and identities." Queen Sailor Moon spoke enthusiastically, grateful that another individual here understood their perspective.
"That's so cool!" Gohan seemed happy to know more people that appreciated the concept of a real identity and a hero name, as he did have one back then when he was the great saiyaman in his teenage years.
"I am glad you both already getting on good terms with the others" Chronoa stared at them with a sincere smile "Sadly, the time to get to know each other stories will have to wait for now, because there are new missions and we can't waste much time with the whole group of until those get resolved quickly"
"Will we be proceeding to the next fighting immediately?" Queen Sailor Moon inquired in a quiet voice, although she was feeling somewhat nervous. She had not yet tested her abilities in this new form. She anticipated having some time to practice before taking on a more challenging role, to ensure she could perform to the best of her abilities to not ruin her image.
"Naturally, I would never leave my two newcomers to undertake a dangerous mission for the first until both of you are more trained for them." Chronoa held a finger to the sky with a serious tone. "That's why we will need for you both to have teachers that can train you."
"I can offer myself to that," Trunks looked at Neo Queen Sailor Moon. He was still surprised at how young and similar he looked to the princess back there. He expected a resemblance but not at this intensity.
"Same here," Goten also offered.
"Aww, thank you guys! you're so sweet!" Chronoa responded with a pleasant tone, but then shifted to a more serious one, saying " Still, I will have to decline it"
"Huh? Why?" Goten was perplexed, Trunks and him were good at teaching the fundamentals for newcomers.
"These two women are more powerful than you think. They need to know how to control and use their powers and strength with people who are at a similar level to them." Chronoa said, to the surprise of the others and embarrassment for the women who were still astonished at how she noticed that. "I need people who have trained for most of their lives, and who are also around the same ages as them, to make it fair." Given their greater experience in controlling their ki and power, they are best placed to offer guidance to the two who are aware of their abilities but lack the necessary understanding to optimise their use"
"Wait, doesn't that mean…" Pan said, facing her gramps and grandfather uncle Vegeta. This was followed by the other time patrollers were present.
"Exactly, Goku, you will serve as Queen Sailor Moon's instructor, while Vegeta, you will be the one for Eternal Sailor Mars. Both of you will be temporarily out of commission, so you will be free to train them without interruption, but only if the situation requires it. I will contact you if this is necessary." She pointed at the two men as she gave her orders in a firm voice.
"Sounds good to me" Goku replied, returning the surprised and shy stare of Queen Sailor Moon.
"Very well," Vegeta replied, responding to the glare from Eternal Sailor Mars.
