Alright, my most awesome readers, I have a treat for you! Though Land of the Crystal Moon is officially done, I just HAD to include one final chapter ::grins::….

Oh yes! I have one final chapter as well called The Lost Chapter. It is about Gaara and Selene's wedding night. Check it out as well when you get the chance but only if you're old enough! I had to make it separate to Land of the Crystal Moon because it is rated M!

Disclaimer: Sailor Moon, Naruto, and Tsubasa: Reservoir Chronicles, their settings, characters, etc., belong to their respective creators. All original characters, settings, etc., belong to ME!

Land of the Crystal Moon: Prelude to a New Chapter

A starry night sky…a form standing atop the walls of Suna…A deep, cleansing breath…

"Finally…I can go home…"

It had nearly been a year since she had that dream on the way to Suna after her wedding. Now it haunted her even in the waking world…The brown haired young man standing upon Suna's great wall…Voices speaking to only him. Selene at first believed him to be the same young man she once saw in Michiru's Talisman Mirror, yet something inside of her knew that wasn't true. He was someone completely different. She realized earlier on that the young man was not alone. Two other figures stood at his side, though she had only seen their shadows and muffled voices, their closeness to the young man meant they were close to him, possibly trusted friends.

Who were these people? She had never seen the young man before but he felt so familiar to her. Had their souls once met in her previous life as the Neo-Queen?

With each passing day, each passing week, the dream became more and more real to Selene. Having a mere dream was fine but having the same dream for well over a month was a concern. This meant Priest Helios, the keeper of dreams, was at work. What was he trying to tell her?

Being the wife of the Suna Lord, her duties were quite small, something Selene was used to as the former Crystal Princess. She spent most of her time with the people of Suna and this was the perfect time to do such, to quell her uneasy mind. Gaara and the Outer Celestial Guardians, who came to stay in Suna while the Inners remained in Crystal, were a bit more at ease with Suna, which was why Selene was able to walk around the market alone. The people of Suna greatly treasured Selene as much as they did their Suna Lord, Gaara. No Suna resident would ever dream of hurting either of them.

The market was her favorite place to go. Here she could fully see the lively citizens of her husband's country. She especially enjoyed the beautiful crafts that were on sale. Such beautiful artwork Suna brought out!

"Lady Selene…" A local merchant spotted her wandering around. "Come to see us again?"

Smiling, Selene approached him. She knew this merchant quite well. He was named Galin and his stand was full of apples and other fruits brought to Suna from Konoha. He frequented her Uncle's country and always told her of what news he heard from Konoha. Selene hadn't seen Konoha in a long time thus hearing Galin's tales helped her be in touch with her uncles that lived there.

"You should be careful, my lady," like all residence in Suna, he was concerned for her safety, "there's talk of oddities going around."

That didn't sound good. "Whatever do you mean, Galin?"

The merchant looked around. Seeing no one else in the vicinity he leaned over the ripe red apples sitting in a basket on his stand.

"I heard from my brother there were some odd lights coming from the east district last night." He whispered to her. "Don't know what it is but my brother says he saw some strange figures after the lights vanished."

A chill when up Selene's spine. Did Gaara know this?

Galin caught Selene's unease immediately. "Don't you worry, my lady. I heard the Kazekage sent some people to look at the place this morning. They said there wasn't anything there but were still looking out. Have you heard anything from Lord Suna?"

"No but I'll be sure to ask." Selene promised then gave the man a most comforting smile. "It's always good to see you, Galin. I should head back. With this development Gaara might become worried."

The merchant chuckled. "Most certainly." He handed her an apple. "A gift…and no complaining this time, my lady. I can spare one measly little apple."

Selene nodded her thanks. "You are most kind."

He frowned. "Something's bothering you…Is it because I told you of the oddities going around?"

Quickly she shook her head. "No…I…" She sighed. "I just…have had many things on my mind recently."

"Oh? Have you spoken to the Lord Suna?"

"No…I…Do not wish to burden him." Even after all this time, she did not like causing Gaara to worry over her. He had an entire village to look after and as his wife it was Selene's job to stay safe. "Besides…they are merely dreams. What's so concerning is that they have continued for a while now."

"Ah…I see…What's that fellow's name from the Crystal Lands again? Helios? Seems to me he's trying to tell you something."

"Yes…I have come to that conclusion myself." Selene stated. "I suppose I should let Gaara know." She decided to speak to him immediately. It was always so pleasant to listen to Galin. Selene was about to bit Galin farewell when two costumers came to the stand. She didn't want to Galin to miss a sale so she slipped away…at least she meant to until she bumped into someone behind her.

"Oh, I am so sorry…I didn't mean to—" Her words left her as she gazed at the person she bumped into.

Brown hair…Kind, searching eyes…Selene instantly knew who the young man was and it sent chills down to her very core.

It was the same young man from her reoccurring dream.

"It's alright. It was my fault." He was very polite and like everyone around her very approachable. There was no need to fear anyone now that the world had been cleansed by the Silver Crystal. Still though Selene often would feel hesitant around strangers. Even though she had seen him in her dreams, this young man was most certainly a stranger.

"Owie!" A form popped out of his cloak, an odd animal with long ears. The poor thing rubbed its little head where a red jewel sat perfectly upon its little forehead. "Mokona's head hurt!"

"Oh…Mokona…Sorry…" The young man petted the small creature. "I accidentally bumped into someone."

"Hey!" Galin's voice broke through, a bit of anger in his voice. "Show some respect! That's Lady Selene you bumped into, stranger! She's Lord Suna's wife!"

"Lord Suna?" A gruff voice came from one of the two costumers. With his black and red clothing, his arrogant presence, and a sword attached to his hip, he had the sense of a seasoned warrior about him.

"I can only suppose it's the leader here." The other stated. His voice was as light as the smile upon his face, his white and blue clothing matching his personality to perfection. Blonde hair swayed in the Suna wind and his gentle blue eyes gazed at her as he gave her a light bow. "Do forgive our friend, lady…We're new in these lands."

Selene's mind had completely blocked out all conversation…All she could think about was the small creature the young man was now holding in his arms. It said 'Mokona'…Somehow Selene knew that was the creature's name. Where had she heard that before…?

The apple immediately fell from her hand, dropping to the sand below. She could hear her wildly beating heart.

They were just tales…tales told to the people of Crystal in hopes they followed in his honorable footsteps laced with love and sacrifice! Tales told to children and adults alike!

Yet…HE was standing here, right in front of her…That sudden realization hit her hard. She barely had time to register the notion that the stories from her homeland weren't mere fairy tales before she found herself falling to the ground.

They were real…as real as the now concerned young man that held her shaking form. Those eyes spoke of the stories Selene and her people had grown up with…Stories of a young man, a princess…

And a wish that stopped time.

Selene's brain literary shut down, her vision becoming dark. As she welcomed the darkness, the young man's name fell from her lips.

"Tsubasa…"

To Be Continued….

I originally wanted to add the next phase in with Land of the Crystal Moon but the wedding just felt like the perfect ending to Gaara and Selene's story. :D But don't you worry! This story is not over yet! Stay tuned my friends! Be on the lookout for the sequel of Land of the Crystal Moon coming to you in 2017! And YES! The sequel will have some great surprises in store! ::Grins:: Until then: dream big, write often, and keep those imaginative ideas flowing!