Anubis sat on the couch with his eyes closed in concentration. Mia and Yuli were lying down on the couch next to him, and both were sound asleep. Darien kept a vigil by the window, waiting for the return of the Scouts he had sworn to protect.

"It's dawn already, and still they haven't returned," Darien stated quietly, worry laced in his voice.

"Do not worry, Darien," Anubis stated calmly, opening his eyes. Mia began to stir at the sound of his voice. "All is going as it should."

"How can you say not to worry," Darien asked. "And how do you know everything is alright? Neither of us have heard any word from neither Lady Kayura nor Sailor Pluto."

Anubis opened his hand, and an orb with the kanji of loyalty burning in its' center was in his palm. "My armor has returned to me," he stated. Darien's eyes widened, and Mia slowly sat up.

"Anubis ... your armor," Mia stated, now fully awake. "Does that mean the Scouts and Ronins were successful? Are they coming home?"

"That, I do not know," Anubis replied. "I can only sense the fight, and now, there is not one taking place." A look of worry passed over Mia's face, whereas a calm look passed over Darien's face.

"They're alright," he stated, sighing in relief. "I can feel it. Everything is alright."

"That's correct, Prince Darien," Sailor Pluto stated, appearing in the room. "The children are themselves again, and the three will return to their own time, soon."

"Three," Mia questioned, looking down at Yuli unconsciously.

"Yes, Mia," Pluto said. "There are some things I would like to explain, so that you are not in shock when the warriors return."

* * * * * * *

As the ten warriors, Lotus, Sailor Crystal Mars, and Rini exited through the gate the Ronins and Scouts had used to enter the Dynasty realm, the scenery they saw surprised them. Instead of the dead trees, a lush forest met their eyes. Birds could be seen in the treetops, and dew could be seen sparkling off the grass as the first sign of light stretched across the forest floor.

"This isn't the same place, is it," Sailor Moon asked, slightly confused. "It couldn't be! This place is so ... alive."

"That's because you have freed the land of its' evil, Princess," Lady Kayura stated, appearing before the warriors. "There is no longer any threat from the evil Dynasty, and the forest has returned to its' former peace and beauty." She turned towards the children and smiled. "It's good to have you back to normal, Prince Lotus, Princess Kitiana, and Princess Rini."

"Did you know about Kitiana being our ... I mean, did you know she was a princess, too," Ryo asked Kayura, stumbling over his words. She shook her head, and a small smile appeared on her face.

"It was the one thing Sailor Pluto did not mention, Ryo of Wildfire," she replied. "I guess some things she needed to keep herself." She paused and looked at each of the Ronins. "I am truly sorry for not sensing Badamon was still alive. I could have saved you all a lot of trouble if I had known that fact."

"There was no way for you to know," Rowen stated, stepping towards Kayura and placing a hand on her shoulder. "I think we all had thought that he had been destroyed, especially since Anubis had given up his life to expel him from your body."

"I had my suspicions, Rowen of Strata," she replied with a sad smile. "But what's done is done. Now come, there are people who are awaiting your arrival." Everyone nodded in silent agreement, heading in the direction towards the Shrine of the Ancient Clan.

"Lady Kayura," Sailor Crystal Mars said, running to catch up with the older woman.

"Yes, Princess," Kayura replied, looking down towards her.

"Is it alright if I can de-transform now," she asked. "There aren't any more enemies, right?"

"You can do that if you wish, Princess of Mars," Kayura replied. Sailor Crystal-Mars sighed in relief as a red flash of light surrounded her body, and her sailor suit was replaced by her normal clothing. They resembled the priestess robes Rei wore around the Temple. Kite's action seemed to set the others into motion as they, too, reverted back to their normal clothing.

"Rini," Kite said, stepping next to the younger girl. "I'm sorry for all I've done to you. I hope you know I would never do it purposely, and I would never try to harm you. My actions were ... unacceptable. I hope you can accept my apology."

"You don't have to apologize," Rini replied. "I know you weren't yourself. Let's just be friends, ok?" She extended her hand, and Kite gladly shook it. The ten warriors and Lady Kayura smiled as the three children ran off in front of them.

"Maybe we can have peace at last," Mina exclaimed. "Do you think the fighting is really over?"

"I don't think it's ever really over, Mina," Lita replied. "We thought so after defeating Beryl and her minions, and then again after Alan and Ann."

"For now, let's just enjoy the break while it lasts," Sage interjected, wrapping an arm around Lita's waist. The rest of the walk was silent, save for the chattering of the three children. Upon their arrival to the Shrine, they found Kale, Dais, and Sekhmet waiting for them.

"Congratulations, Sailor Scouts and Ronin Warriors," Kale exclaimed as the warriors walked up to the sacred building.

"Your thanks should go to Kitiana and Lotus," Ryo said, putting a hand on each of their shoulders. "They're the ones that saved the day."

"So they are," Dais said. "And aren't they also the ones that took our armor?" He smiled as the two lowered their heads in shame. "Well, I see why the armor reacted to them. They are both strong warriors." The two looked up and smiled, obviously relieved.

"Yes, I'd have to agree," Sekhmet chimed in. "Our fate rests in very capable hands." He knelt down next to Rini and smiled. "As for you, there's a certain boy who is waiting for your safe return."

"Yuli," Rini exclaimed, turning towards Lady Kayura. "Can we go back, now, Lady Kayura?"

"Yes, Rini," she replied, raising the Ancient's staff into the air.

* * * * * * *

As Sailor Pluto finished up her explanation, Mia, Anubis, Darien, Luna, and Artemis sat in semi-stunned silence. Luna was the first to break the quiet atmosphere. "Crystal Tokyo does still exist, correct," she asked, throwing a glance towards Darien. "I always assumed that Crystal Tokyo would not exist if Serena and Darien didn't rule side by side."

"Crystal Tokyo still exists, Luna," Sailor Pluto replied. "The only difference is that Neo Queen Serenity will rule with a different King by her side."

"But, why," Artemis asked. "How?"

"The future is not so set in stone, as our Princess seems to think," Pluto said. "It changed the day the Ronins met the Scouts." A silence filled the room as everyone was left to his or her own thoughts.

"So Kitiana is really Rei and Ryo's daughter in the future, and Kento is Rini's and Lotus' father," Mia asked, absorbing all the information she had just received. Sailor Pluto nodded her head in silent acknowledgement. "Does that mean that the rest of the Ronins and the Scouts are together in the future, as well?" Sailor Pluto smiled a secret, knowing smile.

"It means that the future is safe, for now," Sailor Pluto replied. She looked up, as if sensing something. "They're on their way back as we speak."

"Does that mean Rini is with them, too," Yuli asked. Pluto nodded her head, and Yuli smiled. "I can't wait to see her again. I'm glad she's alright, now."

"Sailor Pluto," Anubis stated. "What will happen upon their return?"

"Small Lady, Prince Lotus, and Princess Kitiana will stay here, until I have set forward the motion of time in the future," Pluto replied. "I have already made it so that the Ronins are enrolled in school, and they will start soon."

"Did I hear you mention school," Kento asked with a groan as he and the others entered the house.

"Hey everyone," Ryo said.

"Rini, Ryo," Yuli exclaimed, running to where they stood, and hugging his best friend.

"Yuli," Rini exclaimed, as she hugged him back.

Suddenly, White Blaze bounded towards the door, knocking his master onto the ground. "I'm glad to see you too, boy," Ryo said, pushing his pet off of him. The Siberian tiger nuzzled against Rini, and then growled as Kite stepped towards him.

"Come on, Blaze, you know me," Kite said, cautiously extending a hand towards him. She pulled it back quickly as his growl grew louder, and he bared his teeth.

"White Blaze," Ryo and Rei said sternly, causing the tiger to lower his ears and tuck his tail.

"It's alright," Kite stated sadly. "He must think I'm still the enemy."

"You're wrong Princess," Sailor Pluto said, stepping towards the girl. "The White Blaze you know is a descendant from this White Blaze. It will take time for him to trust both you and Lotus." Her eyes seemed to light up at the older woman's words.

"You're all probably hungry, so let me fix breakfast," Mia offered.

"I'll help you, Mia," Lita said.

"No, Lita, you relax," Kayura stated. "I'll help Mia while you all rest. You've all had a tough night." The two women left towards the kitchen. Two hours later, after everyone had eaten and the dishes were washed, the warriors sat around talking.

"What happens now, Sailor Pluto," Serena asked. "What do we do from here?"

"As I have explained to Mia, Anubis, and Prince Darien, the three children will stay here until I have corrected the future," Pluto replied. "And the Ronins will be starting school in a couple of days, when you and your Scouts return to your regular schedules."

"Sailor Pluto, am I now officially a Scout, since I have a brooch like Sailor Moon," Rini asked, noticing for the first time, the brooch in the middle of her chest.

"Yes, Small Lady," Pluto replied, turning towards Rini. "However, I need to take the crystal." Darien cleared his throat as Rini gave the crystal to Pluto.

"Sailor Pluto, should you still be calling me prince," he asked.

"Your highness, even though you aren't marrying Princess Serenity, you are still of royal blood," she replied. "It would be disrespectful to call you anything else. Remember, you still play a very important role in the future."

"That's right, Uncle Darien," Rini exclaimed. "You help train Lotus and the other boys as warriors!" She clasped a hand over her mouth as she realized what she had said.

"It's alright, Small Lady," Pluto said. "I have already spoken with Prince Darien about his role in the future." She smiled at the girl, and then stood. "Now I must go. The sooner I leave, the sooner you can return to your homes. For now, I bid you all a farewell." With those final words, Sailor Pluto disappeared, returning to the time gate.

"Serena, can I talk to you," Darien asked.

"Sure, Darien," she replied, standing from her seat. "Let's go out on the porch." He gave her an appreciative smile before heading outside. She closed the door behind her, and turned towards him. "What's up," she asked.

He took a deep breath, and then looked towards her. "Serena, I'm not going to lie to you," he began. "This whole situation is confusing to me. I still love you." He walked over to her and cupped her face in his hands, and a look of sorrow crossed her face. Sighing, he dropped his hands to his sides and looked away. "But, I know that you would be happier with ... Kento."

"Darien," she stated, putting a hand on his shoulders as tears filled her eyes. "Thank you, for understanding." He turned back towards her with a sad smile on his face, and tears in his own eyes.

"I swear that I will help protect your family, Princess," he stated. He stepped towards her, and lightly kissed her on the forehead. "Tell the others that I went home. You all need your rest." Before Serena could say anything, Darien turned and ran down the stairs, down the driveway, and towards the busy street.

"Take care, Darien," she whispered, grasping the necklace he had given her in her hand. With a sigh, she turned back towards the door, and as she entered the house, she was surprised that it was nearly empty, except for Mia and Anubis. The couple sat closely together on the couch, talking quietly. "Where did everyone go," she asked.

"To bed," Mia replied. "Everyone said they were tired, so they headed upstairs. You should try and get some rest, too, Serena. You look tired."

"That's a good idea, Mia," she stated, heading towards the stairs. She stopped and turned back towards Anubis and Mia. A smile crossed her face as she watched them cuddle again, and then she went up the stairs.

* * * * * * *

"Hey Serena, Kento, wait for me," Molly yelled, running down the stairs of the school, towards the couple. The couple stopped, and turned towards the voice, waiting for the girl to catch up with them. "Thanks for stopping, guys."

"No problem, Molly," Serena replied with a smile. "Why are you in such a hurry?"

"Well, I wanted to catch up with you two, and ask if you wanted to join me and Melvin at the arcade," Molly asked. At the mention of her boyfriend, he came bounding down the steps. "So what do you say? Would you like to join us?"

"I'm really sorry, Molly, but I can't today," Serena replied. "You know my family that's in town? Well, they're leaving later this afternoon."

"Well, what about you, Kento," Melvin asked. "You're still pretty new around here."

"Sorry, but I promised Serena I'd go with her, to see her family off," he replied apologetically. "Maybe tomorrow, after school."

"Alright, then, we'll see you two later," Molly exclaimed. She and Melvin waved their good-byes, and she left saying what a sweet couple Serena and Kento made.

"I can't believe it's been two weeks already," Serena said to Kento as the two began to make their way towards the park. "I'm going to miss them so much." Kento wrapped an arm around her as tears formed in her eyes, and kissed the side of her head.

"It will be alright, Serena," Kento stated solemnly. "I'm going to really miss Lotus and Rini, too. We were just lucky we had the opportunity to meet them." She nodded in silent agreement, and the two continued walking, until a voice called out to them from behind.

"Hey Meatball Head, Kento," the voice called out.

"Rei," Serena growled, turning around. However, she never got the chance to finish as Rei put a hand over her mouth.

"You two were just going to leave us, huh," she asked, motioning towards the other warriors. "We'd like to see Kitiana, Lotus, and Rini off, too, you know!" She crossed her arms, however there was a sad look in her eyes.

"Well, if you two start bickering, we're going to miss them altogether," Lita exclaimed. "So let's get a move on!" The ten warriors ran the rest of the way to the park, only to find that Darien was already there, the three kids in tow.

"Hey you guys, look who's here," Darien said to the kids as the warriors came to a stop near them. Lotus, Rini, and Kitiana turned towards the warriors, suddenly becoming quiet.

"So," Ryo began, swallowing the lump that had begun to form in his throat. "I guess this is it." His words seemed to put the three kids into action, as they rushed to their parents, who knelt down to hug them.

"Mom, Dad, I'm going to miss you so much," Kite sobbed, putting an arm around Rei's and Ryo's necks, and burying her face into their shoulders. "I wish I didn't have to leave!"

"We'll miss you, too," Rei stated, holding Kite close. "But just think, you'll be with the parents you know, the ones that have raised you."

"She's right, you know," Ryo said quietly, smoothing down Kite's hair as she nodded her head silently.

Meanwhile, Serena hugged Rini while Kento hugged Lotus. "Did you already say goodbye to Yuli," Serena asked the little girl.

"Yes, I did," Rini replied. "I wish I didn't have to leave him behind." Serena smiled, and then looked over towards Kento, who was telling Lotus what a strong warrior he was.

"Thanks, Dad," Lotus said quietly, stepping away from Kento. He and Rini traded places, and as he stood in front of Serena, she wrapped her arms around him in a tight embrace.

"Lotus, I wish I had gotten to know you a little better," she whispered to him. She pulled away from him, and looked at him as if she were memorizing his face. "When you go back home, don't blame yourself for what happened. Your mother and father don't blame you ... Trust me, I know."

"I'm going to miss you so much, Mother," Lotus exclaimed, wrapping his arms around Serena once again. "Thank you." She reluctantly released him so that he could join Rini and Kite in saying their good-byes to the others. There was a momentary flash of light, as Sailor Pluto appeared.

"Sailor Pluto, what are you doing here," Serena asked.

"I have come to take them back myself, Princess, to assure they have a safe trip," she replied, turning towards the children. "Are you ready to go?" They nodded their heads, and walked towards Pluto to stand by her.

"You guys be good, okay," Kento said to the three, adding a wink.

"And Lotus, don't forget what I said. It's important that you remember it," Serena added. He nodded and smiled.

"Kitiana, give your brother a hug and kiss from us, okay," Rei said, her voice wavering. She bit her lower lip to keep from crying, and Ryo put an arm around her.

"Thank you for taking such good care of the Prince and Princesses," Sailor Pluto said. "I promise they will make it back safely." The time wormhole opened, and she bowed towards Serena before leaving.

"We'll see you in the future," the three children chorused, before they, too, disappeared.

* * * * * * *

A time wormhole opened up onto a vast hillside, and four figures stepped out. "Welcome back home, Prince and Princesses," Sailor Pluto said to the children as they took in their surroundings.

"Our home ... It's restored back to normal," Lotus said in awe. "How?"

"When I returned the Crystal to your mother, the land was renewed, Prince Lotus," Sailor Pluto explained. "But right now, that is not important. Look, Princess Kitiana," Pluto said, pointing with her staff.

"It's my parents and my brother," Kite exclaimed as she saw three figures in the distance. "And White Blaze," she added, noticing the tiger. She looked towards Sailor Pluto, and then took off running towards the figures as the woman nodded her head in approval. "See you later, Lotus," she called back over her shoulder. Lotus waved and Rini began to look around, as if she were searching for someone.

"Where are our parents, Sailor Pluto" she asked the Time Guardian. She turned around, and gasped. "Mommy, Daddy," she exclaimed as she saw the two figures standing behind Sailor Pluto. Lotus spun around, and a smile lit up his face.

"My children," Neo Queen Serenity exclaimed, kneeling down. They rushed forward, and she embraced them, covering them both with kisses. "I missed you both so much."

"Mother, I understand your decisions better, now," Lotus exclaimed. "And I am ..."

"Shh, Lotus," she interrupted, placing a finger over his lips. "All that is important, is right here in front of me." Tears filled his eyes, and he hugged his mother once more.

"My job here is finished, your Majesties," Pluto said with a smile. "I bid you farewell."

"Setsuna," Kento exclaimed. She turned towards him slightly. "Thank you so much, for bringing my family together." She nodded her head slightly, and then disappeared.

"Let's go home," Serenity stated. She took Lotus' hand, and smiled as Kento picked Rini up, and put her on his shoulders.

'I finally have what I've always wanted,' Lotus thought to himself happily. A smile lit up his face as he, his parents, and his sister made their way to their home.

Well, I hope you all enjoyed my mini-saga, if you'd like to call it that! It looked weird calling Kento "Neo King Kento/King Kento," so I didn't. *sweatdrops*

Thank you all for sticking with me! I hope you all approve of the ending. Please don't forget to leave your comments! Bye for now.