Worlds Apart

Chapter 7

Disclaimer: Sailor Moon...sadly not mine.

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Endymion sat at dinner, feeling emotionless and numb. Selene's words flowing in his head, each was like a dagger stabbing his heart. Why...why won't you let it happen? Endymion thought angrily but yet sadly. For once he loved someone but couldn't be with her.

Frustrated he squeezed his spoon, bending it in half.

"Endymion?" Emily said looking at her brother. Endymion didn't answer. "Well anyway, I'm having my ball tomorrow night, you'll be sure to be there. Oh Endymion!" she clasped her hands together. " I'm so excited, you'll get to meet all my friends and I'm pretty sure they have older sisters as well." She said winking.

The King chuckled, "Of course he'll be there." he gave Endymion a stern look.

"May I be excused?" Endymion said quietly, he didn't bother to wait for an answer. He stood up and threw his napkin on the table. He felt a need to let off some steam and sort his thoughts.

Endymion walked into the training room where his generals were practicing.

"Endymion! Come here old chap, look at this new move I made up" Jadeite said striking at Nephrite, but he caught Endymion's expression. "What's the matter Prince?" he set his sword down. They all gathered around him. Hesitantly Endymion began to tell them of his problem.

After he finished, the room was silent. Kunzite sighed, "Endymion, I know you don't want to hear this right now, but she's right. You don't know anything about the outside world besides this palace."

"I can learn Kunzite." Endymion said through clenched teeth. "I just...I just want to be with her." he hung his head. Why won't she let me?

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Selene was helping Alicia get things ready for the ball tomorrow night. She was glad to help, it would at least take her mind off things for a while.

Alicia observed Selene carefully, noticing that the spark had gone out from Selene's eyes, her smile disappeared and she looked weak and pale.

Throwing down her dishrag, she turned towards Selene and put a hand on her hip. "Okay, what's up? You've been walking around here like death. I know something's wrong."

Selene didn't look up. "I don't know what you're talking about."

"That's bull." Alicia took the cup from Selene's hands, she then pulled her to a chair. "You can talk to me."

Selene's eyes welled up and she buried her face in her hands. "Oh Alicia! I've done something horrible! I fell in love with the prince."

Alicia was silent, then she smiled. "There's nothing horrible about love. Does he love you?" she asked taking Selene's hands away from her face.

She sniffed as Alicia handed her a napkin. "..Well...yes, but that's not the point." she took a deep breath. "I can't allow him to sacrifice everything that he has just for me. Look at me Alicia, I'm never going to be anything more than this."

"Yes, but you are everything in his eyes." Alicia patted her back soothingly.

"But I can't...I want so much to just say yes, but I'm afraid.." She wiped her eyes and pushed back a stray hair away from her face.

"Afraid of what? Love?" Alicia asked softly. "Let me tell you something, before I came here I was in denial about love. I too was afraid, afraid of how strong my feelings were. Granted, he wasn't a prince but I missed my chance. Oh dear Selene, you have no idea how much I regret my decision. If only I can change back time..." a stray tear found its way down her cheek, she brushed it away. "I know there will be risks with this Selene, but with love anything is possible..you just have to believe. Don't throw away your love without a fight, you'll spend your life regretting it. Think about it Selene. " Alicia whispered brushing her tears away. She stood up and walked upstairs, leaving Selene with her thoughts. Good luck..

IIIIIIIIII - The Next Day

Endymion was dreading the ball tonight. He stared at the servants who were rushing to get everything in place. The ball was less than hours away, he had spent the morning supervising and giving orders on where things should go. It wasn't as if he wanted to but his mother insisted that he at least helped.

He couldn't stop thinking about her, whether it was day or night she was always on his mind. He caught a glimpse of silver hair, he held his breath. But it was just a blonde girl whose hair was had been lightened by the sun. Disappointed he sat down on a nearby chair.

He felt a presence by him, Endymion looked up to Kunzite.

"You know, I've never seen you this unhappy before." Kunzite said his gaze roaming the scenery. Endymion didn't reply. "Do you really love her.." he said softly glancing down at Endymion.

"I do.." Endymion said staring at his hands. "..I really do."

"...Then fight for her Endymion." Kunzite whispered.

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The ball had started, couples were dancing on the ballroom floor, there was chatting and gossiping. Emily dragged Endymion to meet her friends.

"This is Shannon, Jane and Lynn." She pointed to them, each one of them smiling and batting their eyelashes. Endymion bowed siffly. "Oh, and Endymion...this is Melissa, Lynn's older sister." she pointed to a pretty brunette who smiled flirtatiously.

"Pleasure to meet you." Endymion said.

"Likewise I'm sure." She daintily brushed one of her curls out of her eyes.

Emily elbowed Endymion in the ribs. "Ask her to dance" she said out of the corner of her mouth. She turned back to her friends smiling and waving her fan to create some air around her face.

Sighing, Endymion plastered a fake smile on his face. "Would you care to dance?" he said stiffly.

Melissa smiled hugely and accepted. She placed her hand possessively on the crock of his arm, looking up adoringly.

"Oh look, they make such a good match!" Emily squealed with excitement.

Endymion obediently danced with Melissa, but his mind was elsewhere. He barely heard her chatting about her life, about how rich she was, what she planned on doing for the summer...Endymion found her dull and shallow.

"Father promised me to take me around the new ranch that we just bought. Then we're going out for a cruise!" she said excitedly.

He fought the urge to roll his eyes. He caught his father smiling approvingly from the corner of his eye and gritted his teeth.

"What about you? What do you like to do on your spare time?" She asked, her doe-like eyes stared up at him.

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Selene was done with her chores and turned down the offer to go watch the ball with Alicia. She didn't want to see Endymion with another woman in his arms. Oh stop it Selene, it's not like he's yours, she sniffed.

She didn't want to go up to her small room, she didn't want to think about Endymion. She headed down to the pond, gazing up at the stars. Sure is beautiful tonight.. she thought sadly.

Confused as ever, she sat down on a rock not bothering to dust it off. Selene drew her knees to her chest and rested her chin on top. She stared at the pond, the moonlight was reflecting on top making it shiny glittery.

A single stray tear slithered down her cheek, Selene didn't bother to wipe it. It dropped down onto her dress, soaking in and making a dark spot. This is how it's going to be...I know it's the right thing to do...I just don't know if I can handle it..

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As Endymion danced with Melissa, he grew tired and irritated. Doesn't she know how to shut up? She had been chatting about her rich life for a good half hour now. I could care less about riches, ranches, cruises and all that crap! Endymion thought angrily.

His father called him over, he was glad he had an excuse to rid himself of Melissa.

"Endymion, this is the daughter of Duke Bradford. Her name is Elyse." he pointed to a girl with dark hair. Endymion bowed obediently. The King leaned in and whispered in Endymion's ear. "Dance with her."

He had no choice. He led Elyse out on the dance floor and swirled her around. She started to talk about her life but he payed no attention. His conversation with Kunzite flowed through his mind. "Fight for her.." Kunzite had said.

Was he right? Endymion didn't want to let Selene go but she wasn't budging. He glanced down at Elyse chatting away. He clenched his jaw. Kunzite is right, I can't spend the rest of my life with these obnoxious women, I have to try. He let go of Elyse's hand. "I'm sorry my dear lady, I have something else to tend to." he bowed once more and almost ran out the door.

I have to find her, I won't go down without a fight. He ran outside, his eyes scanning the area for Selene. I know she's out here...I can feel it. He ran like a mad man, searching behind bushes and trees. Where is she?

Suddenly he knew where. Hold on Selene, I'm coming..

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Selene stared blankly out at the pond, the air was cold but she felt numb. She was away from her father, she was alone, scared and her heart was broken. I'm sorry Endymion, I'm only trying to protect you, she thought with a sniffle.

She didn't hear the soft footsteps that were approaching her until she was staring at a pair of shoes. She looked up and her heart melted.

"...Endymion! What are you doing here?" she asked surprised to see him. He dropped to his knees and clasped her hands.

"Oh my sweet Selene. I missed you so much." his eyes glistened in the moonlight.

Selene turned her head, "You shouldn't be here." she said softly forcing her tears back.

He gently turned her head towards him. "Selene...I love you. Believe me when I say this, we can do it. Together, nothing can stop us. I'll throw away anything I have to just to be with you. Riches mean nothing to me, the title King means nothing to me. So long as I have you I'm invincible." he said urgently.

"Endymion, I want nothing more than to believe you, but like I said I don't want you to suffer-"

"Believe me Selene. If I have to suffer, then let it be. But I'm hurting more now because you're not with me. My love, you're my life. I love you."

Selene searched his eyes, her hand slowly coming up to cup his cheek. Her mind screamed at her to refuse, to do what's right. But her heart told her to give in...give in to love. Selene threw her cares into the wind. She grabbed Endymion's face and crashed her lips to his.

Their kiss was full of passion and longing. Like lost lovers, they clutched each other, their bodies melting to become one as they kissed fiercely.

Finally Selene pulled back. "Oh Endymion, I love you too!" her tears streamed down her face as she cupped Endymion's face.

He broke into a smile as he picked her up and whirled her in a circle, his heart full of joy. Selene laughed with happiness when he set her back on the floor.

"Do you really mean that?" he asked her seriously, his eyes looking into hers.

"..Yes." she whispered. "I really mean it." They kissed again, sealing their fate.

Alright guys, that's it for Chapter 7. Don't worry there are still lots to come. I'm not sure when the next chance I'll get to update but stay tuned! And I thank you all for reading and reviewing.