Ranma Half Moon chapter 75 "Panic Kiss Two" slight return.
Author's note: This episode happens during the Sailor Moon episode 35 "Memories Return, Usagi and Mamoru's Past".
Ranma-ko lies down on her mat. This is the worse I have ever felt in my life. Both Minako and Mamoru, two people who are very important to me, are at least badly hurt, maybe dead, or even worse. And there was nothing that I could have done to prevent it.
Why be able to transform into a pretty warrior for love and justice if you cannot protect the important people in your life?
Ranma-ko dozes off, only to be awakened by a tapping on her window.
"Artemis. One second." Ranma lets Artemis into her room.
"I can't stay long, but you need to be briefed."
"Mamoru? I had a horrible vision that he was hurt."
Artemis looks at Ranma-ko with a shocked expression. "How did you know Mamoru was involved?"
Ranma-ko tries to compose herself. "He asked me to visit him this afternoon and when I got there, he revealed himself to be Tuxedo Kamen and got the Rainbow Crystal from me."
"That must have been a tough fight."
"The Rainbow Crystal wouldn't let me fight Mamoru. They froze me in place."
Artemis nods. "Mamoru was hurt. Zoisite injured Tuxedo Kamen so badly that he transformed back into Mamoru."
"Where is he? When I first got to Mamoru's apartment he was dying from the wound that Zoisite had inflicted yesterday, but the Rainbow Crystal used me to heal Mamoru."
Artemis' eyes grow wide. "Amazing. The other Sailor Moon was also able to partially heal Mamoru. She summoned the other Rainbow Crystals to create the Silver Crystal. She was also revealed to be the princess. But ..."
Ranma-ko's face betrays anxiety.
"But, Kunzite kidnapped Mamoru into Dark Kingdom. I feel he is still alive, but I worry they must have something bad planned for him, since Kunzite probably could have killed him."
"What about Zoisite?"
"He apparently died from injuries he received fighting the Silver Crystal. Kunzite tried to avenge his death but was also turned back by the Silver Crystal."
"What about Minako?"
"Kunzite killed her along with the other Sailor Warriors while they were protecting the other Sailor Moon. However, the Silver Crystal can impose the wish of the user on reality, so they all came back from the dead."
"I got a message from Minako, thanking me and telling me to hang in there."
"I wonder if Minako has her memory back?"
"That would be great. So, now that we have the princess and the Silver Crystal, does that mean we're going to win this war?"
"Good question. It might depend on the other Sailor Moon learning how to use the Silver Crystal. But, if Dark Kingdom can take her out of the equation, my feeling is that you could still step in."
"What? You just told me the other one was the princess."
"Yes, but the Rainbow Crystals also responded to you. When you got the Rainbow Crystal back from Tuxedo Kamen, I saw you briefly turn into an angel. Then you mentioned something about Minako coming back. Maybe that was the Rainbow Crystal using you as a healing force."
"Oh my god. When I was healing Mamoru I also turned into an angel."
"Yes, and the Rainbow Crystal responded to the genuine wish of your heart."
Ranma-ko gasps and involuntarily covers her lips.
"Oh?"
"I healed Mamoru by, by, KISSING HIM!" Ranma-ko slaps Artemis who flies across the room and pancakes against the wall. "Oh my god, I can't believe you made me say that."
Ranma-ko suddenly realizes that she has just smacked Artemis. "Oh, sorry, cool cat, I lost my composure."
"Don't worry, Ranma, I get this a lot." Artemis peels himself off the wall.
"I'm so embarrassed."
"I have to go back now. The Sailor Warriors will be reviving soon. But, I need to give you some new orders."
"Okay."
"I feel that whoever mentally attacked Minako wasn't the same as the people who we've fought so far. It's possible that whoever it was is still at large and might also target you. You need to be super careful."
Ranma-ko nods.
"Also, the other Sailor Moon, is, well, kind of a baka. If she knew that there was someone else waiting in the wings who was competent and could replace her, then I think she would give up. So, I need to keep you hid from her."
"So, there's a sadistic, powerful enemy out there who likes to brainwash people into thinking that they need to sacrifice themselves, and you think I need to isolate myself from anyone who can help me?"
A nervous tick crosses Artemis' face. "I guess that would be true."
Ranma-ko nods. "It's okay. In a war, you can't always pick tactics just because you think they will make you happy."
"So, you need to lie low, go to school, and stay out of trouble. But, remember, the enemy has a way of coming after you wherever you are so keep your guard up."
Ranma-ko nods.
"Stay strong, Ranma. The enemy has caused much damage and we need to defeat them before things can get better. Let's try our best."
"Yes!"
Artemis leaps out the window and sprints back to the destroyed hotel.
...
Artemis sees Usagi had already revived and was praying for her friends.
"Did it go okay?"
Artemis nods to Luna. Artemis notices Minako is moving. "Usagi, Luna, help me revive Minako."
Soon all the Sailor Warriors are up.
Rei smiles at Usagi. "So, Sailor Moon, will you be fighting with us?"
Usagi nods. "I was very inspired by all of your fighting spirits. I know I'm not very good, but if I don't fight, then I won't be able to save Mamoru or anyone else."
Minako puts her hand on Usagi's shoulder. "I'm happy that I can fight with you and for you. Please rely on me if you need help learning how to fight."
Makoto smiles. "You can count on me, too."
Ami and Rei also surround Usagi, showing their support.
"Everyone, let's fight this together!"
"Yea!"
...
Later that evening Artemis lies exhausted on his pillow and Minako lies in bed.
"Artemis?"
"Is there something wrong?"
"I guess I was dead for a while?"
"Yes, for about five minutes, but the Silver Crystal brought you back."
"I have a funny feeling that I found out something while I was dead, but now I can't remember it."
"Was it a good thing?"
"It must have been good, because I kind of recall a warm feeling."
Artemis nods. At least Minako's poisoned memories have not returned, even though she had briefly remembered Ranma while she was on the other side.
Next up, the start of the Furinkan High arcs.