Season: Silver Millennium
Rating: PG 13
*Storyline: Tricked into marrying the Earthen King Endymion, Serenity has to endure all sorts of challenges in the politically unstable earth. This is the dramatically tragic life story of a young princess who discovers love, lies, and life in general.
*Characters: Endymion, Kunzite, Nephrite, Jadeite, Zoicite, Serenity, Selene, Minako, Rei, Ami, Mako, Haruka, Michiru, Hotaru, Setsuna, Seiya, Taiki, Yaten, Kakyuu, Demando, Saffiru, Lucius Marius*, Amelie*
* indicates the characters I own.
DISCLAIMER: I don't own Sailor Moon or any of the characters affiliated with Sailor Moon.
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Four generals were nervously discussing matters in one of the many conference rooms. They seemed disturbed, ornery, and annoyed; their eyes had the dazed look of nocturnal guard slaves who were obligated to stand watch at night.
"He said he would come to talk with us about it," said a man with silvery white hair, which reached his shoulders. His silver mane flew behind him as he paced around the conference hall. With every step he took, the air of dissatisfaction grew stronger in the room.
"He should," said the one with hair the color of maize and eyes the color of sunny skies in righteous anger, "we are his friends as well as advisors, and he should listen to us." His sizzling cerulean eyes blazed like the sky awakening from the depth of the night under suppressed tension.
"Yes," said Nephrite, his red-brown hair was in luxurious curls around him, "it is the only way he can be king without rebellion." His eyes, however, were staring somewhere in mid-distance, as if he did not know what to do. "The Earth will be a living hell if the Senior Council dethrones Endymion."
General Zoicite was quiet; he thought the Prince needed some time to be alone. It was only a few weeks since Endymion had become king and Zoicite did not feel comfortable calling him King yet. The late Queen Tehran of Earth was not mourned for by her nephew; but in the general's perspective, she did need some respect.
The Prince however was not affected by the tragic incident. He had simply smiled and even applauded when he heard the news. Endymion had always felt that Tehran had spitefully stolen the throne from Endymion's father and eventually killed him. There were recent rumors that pointed to the Prince himself as the 'mysterious' force that had destroyed Tehran's ship.
Unfortunately, now, the threat of rebellion balanced precariously amidst the planet. The Senior Council, headed by Lucius Marius, deemed Endymion too young to rule. If the rebellions continued, then the unification could break. The planet would be divided and the earth would be nothing but the wreck of eternal chaos.
The generals had come up with a plan. Plans to empower Endymion, debilitate the council, and rule the Solar-galaxy. But they knew that convincing Endymion would not be easy. He could be as stubborn as a mule at times, though the generals would never call him that to his face. Prince, now King, Endymion was not the type of man that took jokes well.
The door opened, his burning indigo eyes were still, but they displayed a certain depth of annoyance and curiosity. "What did you want to see me about?" he asked his generals. His gaze was intense, which made it appear to be icier that it really was.
"Your highness," Kunzite said bowing, "We have to discuss a matter of extreme importance."
Endymion frowned, "I know that, I want to know just what it is that is so damned important." He was not in a good mood.
"Yes of course," Kunzite said smiling firmly while trying to ignore Endymion's tone. "There have been new reports of rebellions in the Northern and Southern continent. I am not sure if you are aware, but these rebellions are getting more and more numerous. As the King of this Planet, it is your duty to stop these rebellions at any cost."
Endymion's eyes blazed, "I am trying to Kunzite, it has only been three days."
"I'm sorry," Kunzite interrupted, "I know you are trying. But the Senior Council and Lucius Marius seem to think otherwise. If you get married and have heirs as soon as possible, then you will have the people's support; with that, the council cannot touch you." Kunzite mistakenly has given the secret away. He had not originally intended to bring the news to the King so abruptly.
Shock was putting it lightly. Endymion looked VERY shocked. "What? I believe you have gone mad. You expect me to get married."
Jadeite cut in, "It is beside the point what we expect Endymion. A marriage is the last chance we have," he said, "you, King Endymion, are in no position contradict Kunzite."
Endymion's attention shifted to Jadeite, his eyes were scorching "easy for you to say, YOU'RE not the one getting married."
Kunzite decided to go on, "as I said, a marriage would bring heirs; and heirs would bring the people's support," he stopped to think for a moment. It was something about heirs. The people were always so reliant on heirs. Heirs would come in and insecurities would leave. The senior council could then go to hell.
"Who?" Nephrite said, "who is the extremely lucky woman that gets to 'produce an heir' with Endymion." The bitter sarcasm in his voice emphasized the absurdity of the situation.
Jadeite's lips twitched as his voice slipped in spurts of condescending laughs. "If you want to discard any women in your harem, you can ship them to mine." That was just a joke; Endymion had no harem. He constantly changed countless mistresses, but kept no harem like the blonde general. Jadeite on the other hand, laughed outright at Endymion's policies with women. Endymion's weekly list, he called it. However, currently Endymion had not been faithful to his 'weekly list policy'; his mistress Nilima had been there for nearly three months. Jadeite wanted to know just what Nilima did that was so interesting that Endymion did not discard her like he did all his mistresses.
Zoicite spoke up from behind them ignoring their dim jokes; "it should be someone with power and someone equally as important. That way we'll have powerful allies if we need them."
Kunzite nodded, "I have thought about that," he said, "We need a power that people will fear."
"And a power that people can believe in," Zoicite added, "Fear in not as great as trust. Your subjects already fear you Endymion, but they do not trust you yet."
Endymion sighed; it seemed that he had no choice but to go along with their plan. It was for the good of the planet as well as his post. Jadeite was right though; this would definitely not please his mistress. But Nilima's concerns were definitely not his focus. If there was any Rebellion than the Senior Council was likely to redeem him of his post. He owed it to his late father to lead the planet Earth. "Who?" he asked, "who is the best solution."
"We have been have been thinking about this for a long time," Kunzite said, "There are nine planets in the Solar System not counting the Nemesis. Eight planets are now empty. For hundreds of years."
"For god's sake, Kunzite, GET TO THE POINT!" Jadeite shouted. He seemed the fieriest of the four. He had a temper only the great fire could beat.
Kunzite glared at Jadeite. "Do not tempt me Jadeite, or I will make sure you do not speak to me that way. permanently. As I was saying, before I was interrupted. The leaders of the eight planets are tied to the moon. They now live on the moon and are responsible for the future leader of the moon. Not to mention that the moon has the Ginzuishou, which is extremely powerful. If," he said to Endymion, "you get married to the princess of the moon, not only will you have the moon as an ally, but you'll also have the other eight planets."
"Who is she?" Endymion asked as he secretly applauded Kunzite's tact.
Kunzite smiled, "her name is Serenity," he said, "I have already made arrangements. She should be arriving tomorrow."
Endymion's eyes burned into Kunzite's and then constricted. "I did not give you an order to make arrangements Kunzite. Are you trying to challenge my authority?"
Kunzite was tired of all the courtesy. His steel gray eyes hardened as they stared at Endymion. "Endymion, need I remind you that the Senior Council has already talked of dethroning you. They do not care if you were appointed by your father as the protector of the Earth. It took Princess Serenity's name to change their minds. Furthermore, I had to threaten bloody war to make Selene agree to give you her precious daughter. 'My daughter, tied to such barbarism,' was her last eloquent speech to me. I know you did not give me any orders to arrange this marriage, but do not forget that I am the head of the army and your trusted general. I will do whatever is necessary to keep you on the earthen throne."
The room had grown quiet. No one could speak in that manner to Endymion and still live except Kunzite. He was the only one who had the power and authority to do so.
Jadeite, as usual, broke the silence. "When exactly will she be here?" he asked Kunzite, "The preparations will take time."
Kunzite was grateful for the change in subject. "Serenity's ship will arrive at sunset tomorrow; we will have a ceremony as soon as she arrives. The people of this planet will not be satisfied merely with a contract; they need the traditional ties. As I said, I have made arrangements. All you have to do, King Endymion, is to be there at the reception." +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Selene's hands quivered as they clenched under hidden frustration. Her cobalt blue glazed frigidly as she stared into the lunar horizon. She smiled at her daughter as she led her into the ship. Her icy cobalt eyes, however, held an emotion that seemed indescribable. She smoothed her daughters silver locks with one hand as she patted her cheek with the other.
Serenity smiled back at her mother, "Are you sure, about letting me go to earth alone? Do you think I can handle the conference by myself?" she asked; her innocent voice trembled at the thought of traveling the Solar- Galaxy.
Selene smiled gently, "of course you can my child. You are Serenity, the Princess of the Moon. You need to learn to take diplomatic trips to other planets. The earth will be a great place to start." Her hand continued to smooth Serenity's hair even though every strand was in place.
Serenity giggled, the gullible child had no idea what her mother had planned for her. "I'll try to be diplomatic, but don't be shocked if the Earth is not too pleased."
Selene laughed, "Don't be silly now. I expect you to do a great job." She led Serenity onto her ship and smiled. "Be a brave girl Serenity. Courage should be your strongest power."
Serenity climbed the golden steps into her ship, The Sangarsa. "I will do my best mother." She smiled at her mother one last time before walking into the golden-yellow ship. Serenity walked into her room on the ship and sighed when she heard the entrance door of the ship shut with a soft clang. It was final; she had to do her job as the lunar diplomat. Her eyes burned with a fiery spirit that foiled her mother's ice.
Selene watched as the golden ship rose into the western sky. She shut her eyes, trying to stop the aggregated tears from pouring out. "Serenity," she whispered softly in the stillness of the lunar evening, "it was for the best." +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Serenity sighed as she sat on her plushy silvery bed. She did not like the interior of her room in the ship. It seemed so silvery, so eerie. Her mother's worried expression haunted her memory. Why had Selene seemed so tense? Was she worried about Serenity's handling of the conference with the Earthen generals? Or was it just her imagination? Serenity sighed again. She had always wanted to act like a real princess, like a diplomat and a ruler; and now her mother had finally given her the chance. So why did she have a nagging feeling in her brain that made her feel that something was ominously wrong.
"Princess Serenity," came a voice from the door, "let me enter Princess; I have something to tell you."
Serenity rolled her eyes. It seemed as if she couldn't get a moments peace before landing on earth. "Not now Ursula, I'm thinking."
"Princess, it is a very important matter. Queen Selene is on the screen and wants to talk to you."
Serenity angrily got up from the small bed. "Ok, ok, I'm coming." She opened and stepped out of the door, walking absently to the main hall, where the telescreens were. She smiled as she saw her mother's hologram on the screen. "It's time, Mother. Wish me luck."
Selene's image smiled at her. "I will wish you luck dear daughter, but it is not how you think. I did not send you to the Earth for general diplomacy." She awaited her daughter's response.
Serenity's eyes swirled into cobalt pools of confusion. "Then why."
Selene's image still smiled. "I sent you there to get married. In less than fifteen minutes, you shall be arriving on the blue planet, Serenity; there you are expected to marry the High King of Earth, Endymion. I did not tell you, because you would not have agreed to the marriage. Under the current circumstances, it is absolutely imperative that you marry Endymion."
Serenity's breathing stilled. The floor of the ship seemed to be whirling, trying to throw her into eternal abyss. She had to try twice before she found her voice, "What do you mean, mother?" Her eyes held an accusation against Selene, the mother who had betrayed her. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Love it, Hate it? Pls review.
*Storyline: Tricked into marrying the Earthen King Endymion, Serenity has to endure all sorts of challenges in the politically unstable earth. This is the dramatically tragic life story of a young princess who discovers love, lies, and life in general.
*Characters: Endymion, Kunzite, Nephrite, Jadeite, Zoicite, Serenity, Selene, Minako, Rei, Ami, Mako, Haruka, Michiru, Hotaru, Setsuna, Seiya, Taiki, Yaten, Kakyuu, Demando, Saffiru, Lucius Marius*, Amelie*
* indicates the characters I own.
DISCLAIMER: I don't own Sailor Moon or any of the characters affiliated with Sailor Moon.
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Four generals were nervously discussing matters in one of the many conference rooms. They seemed disturbed, ornery, and annoyed; their eyes had the dazed look of nocturnal guard slaves who were obligated to stand watch at night.
"He said he would come to talk with us about it," said a man with silvery white hair, which reached his shoulders. His silver mane flew behind him as he paced around the conference hall. With every step he took, the air of dissatisfaction grew stronger in the room.
"He should," said the one with hair the color of maize and eyes the color of sunny skies in righteous anger, "we are his friends as well as advisors, and he should listen to us." His sizzling cerulean eyes blazed like the sky awakening from the depth of the night under suppressed tension.
"Yes," said Nephrite, his red-brown hair was in luxurious curls around him, "it is the only way he can be king without rebellion." His eyes, however, were staring somewhere in mid-distance, as if he did not know what to do. "The Earth will be a living hell if the Senior Council dethrones Endymion."
General Zoicite was quiet; he thought the Prince needed some time to be alone. It was only a few weeks since Endymion had become king and Zoicite did not feel comfortable calling him King yet. The late Queen Tehran of Earth was not mourned for by her nephew; but in the general's perspective, she did need some respect.
The Prince however was not affected by the tragic incident. He had simply smiled and even applauded when he heard the news. Endymion had always felt that Tehran had spitefully stolen the throne from Endymion's father and eventually killed him. There were recent rumors that pointed to the Prince himself as the 'mysterious' force that had destroyed Tehran's ship.
Unfortunately, now, the threat of rebellion balanced precariously amidst the planet. The Senior Council, headed by Lucius Marius, deemed Endymion too young to rule. If the rebellions continued, then the unification could break. The planet would be divided and the earth would be nothing but the wreck of eternal chaos.
The generals had come up with a plan. Plans to empower Endymion, debilitate the council, and rule the Solar-galaxy. But they knew that convincing Endymion would not be easy. He could be as stubborn as a mule at times, though the generals would never call him that to his face. Prince, now King, Endymion was not the type of man that took jokes well.
The door opened, his burning indigo eyes were still, but they displayed a certain depth of annoyance and curiosity. "What did you want to see me about?" he asked his generals. His gaze was intense, which made it appear to be icier that it really was.
"Your highness," Kunzite said bowing, "We have to discuss a matter of extreme importance."
Endymion frowned, "I know that, I want to know just what it is that is so damned important." He was not in a good mood.
"Yes of course," Kunzite said smiling firmly while trying to ignore Endymion's tone. "There have been new reports of rebellions in the Northern and Southern continent. I am not sure if you are aware, but these rebellions are getting more and more numerous. As the King of this Planet, it is your duty to stop these rebellions at any cost."
Endymion's eyes blazed, "I am trying to Kunzite, it has only been three days."
"I'm sorry," Kunzite interrupted, "I know you are trying. But the Senior Council and Lucius Marius seem to think otherwise. If you get married and have heirs as soon as possible, then you will have the people's support; with that, the council cannot touch you." Kunzite mistakenly has given the secret away. He had not originally intended to bring the news to the King so abruptly.
Shock was putting it lightly. Endymion looked VERY shocked. "What? I believe you have gone mad. You expect me to get married."
Jadeite cut in, "It is beside the point what we expect Endymion. A marriage is the last chance we have," he said, "you, King Endymion, are in no position contradict Kunzite."
Endymion's attention shifted to Jadeite, his eyes were scorching "easy for you to say, YOU'RE not the one getting married."
Kunzite decided to go on, "as I said, a marriage would bring heirs; and heirs would bring the people's support," he stopped to think for a moment. It was something about heirs. The people were always so reliant on heirs. Heirs would come in and insecurities would leave. The senior council could then go to hell.
"Who?" Nephrite said, "who is the extremely lucky woman that gets to 'produce an heir' with Endymion." The bitter sarcasm in his voice emphasized the absurdity of the situation.
Jadeite's lips twitched as his voice slipped in spurts of condescending laughs. "If you want to discard any women in your harem, you can ship them to mine." That was just a joke; Endymion had no harem. He constantly changed countless mistresses, but kept no harem like the blonde general. Jadeite on the other hand, laughed outright at Endymion's policies with women. Endymion's weekly list, he called it. However, currently Endymion had not been faithful to his 'weekly list policy'; his mistress Nilima had been there for nearly three months. Jadeite wanted to know just what Nilima did that was so interesting that Endymion did not discard her like he did all his mistresses.
Zoicite spoke up from behind them ignoring their dim jokes; "it should be someone with power and someone equally as important. That way we'll have powerful allies if we need them."
Kunzite nodded, "I have thought about that," he said, "We need a power that people will fear."
"And a power that people can believe in," Zoicite added, "Fear in not as great as trust. Your subjects already fear you Endymion, but they do not trust you yet."
Endymion sighed; it seemed that he had no choice but to go along with their plan. It was for the good of the planet as well as his post. Jadeite was right though; this would definitely not please his mistress. But Nilima's concerns were definitely not his focus. If there was any Rebellion than the Senior Council was likely to redeem him of his post. He owed it to his late father to lead the planet Earth. "Who?" he asked, "who is the best solution."
"We have been have been thinking about this for a long time," Kunzite said, "There are nine planets in the Solar System not counting the Nemesis. Eight planets are now empty. For hundreds of years."
"For god's sake, Kunzite, GET TO THE POINT!" Jadeite shouted. He seemed the fieriest of the four. He had a temper only the great fire could beat.
Kunzite glared at Jadeite. "Do not tempt me Jadeite, or I will make sure you do not speak to me that way. permanently. As I was saying, before I was interrupted. The leaders of the eight planets are tied to the moon. They now live on the moon and are responsible for the future leader of the moon. Not to mention that the moon has the Ginzuishou, which is extremely powerful. If," he said to Endymion, "you get married to the princess of the moon, not only will you have the moon as an ally, but you'll also have the other eight planets."
"Who is she?" Endymion asked as he secretly applauded Kunzite's tact.
Kunzite smiled, "her name is Serenity," he said, "I have already made arrangements. She should be arriving tomorrow."
Endymion's eyes burned into Kunzite's and then constricted. "I did not give you an order to make arrangements Kunzite. Are you trying to challenge my authority?"
Kunzite was tired of all the courtesy. His steel gray eyes hardened as they stared at Endymion. "Endymion, need I remind you that the Senior Council has already talked of dethroning you. They do not care if you were appointed by your father as the protector of the Earth. It took Princess Serenity's name to change their minds. Furthermore, I had to threaten bloody war to make Selene agree to give you her precious daughter. 'My daughter, tied to such barbarism,' was her last eloquent speech to me. I know you did not give me any orders to arrange this marriage, but do not forget that I am the head of the army and your trusted general. I will do whatever is necessary to keep you on the earthen throne."
The room had grown quiet. No one could speak in that manner to Endymion and still live except Kunzite. He was the only one who had the power and authority to do so.
Jadeite, as usual, broke the silence. "When exactly will she be here?" he asked Kunzite, "The preparations will take time."
Kunzite was grateful for the change in subject. "Serenity's ship will arrive at sunset tomorrow; we will have a ceremony as soon as she arrives. The people of this planet will not be satisfied merely with a contract; they need the traditional ties. As I said, I have made arrangements. All you have to do, King Endymion, is to be there at the reception." +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Selene's hands quivered as they clenched under hidden frustration. Her cobalt blue glazed frigidly as she stared into the lunar horizon. She smiled at her daughter as she led her into the ship. Her icy cobalt eyes, however, held an emotion that seemed indescribable. She smoothed her daughters silver locks with one hand as she patted her cheek with the other.
Serenity smiled back at her mother, "Are you sure, about letting me go to earth alone? Do you think I can handle the conference by myself?" she asked; her innocent voice trembled at the thought of traveling the Solar- Galaxy.
Selene smiled gently, "of course you can my child. You are Serenity, the Princess of the Moon. You need to learn to take diplomatic trips to other planets. The earth will be a great place to start." Her hand continued to smooth Serenity's hair even though every strand was in place.
Serenity giggled, the gullible child had no idea what her mother had planned for her. "I'll try to be diplomatic, but don't be shocked if the Earth is not too pleased."
Selene laughed, "Don't be silly now. I expect you to do a great job." She led Serenity onto her ship and smiled. "Be a brave girl Serenity. Courage should be your strongest power."
Serenity climbed the golden steps into her ship, The Sangarsa. "I will do my best mother." She smiled at her mother one last time before walking into the golden-yellow ship. Serenity walked into her room on the ship and sighed when she heard the entrance door of the ship shut with a soft clang. It was final; she had to do her job as the lunar diplomat. Her eyes burned with a fiery spirit that foiled her mother's ice.
Selene watched as the golden ship rose into the western sky. She shut her eyes, trying to stop the aggregated tears from pouring out. "Serenity," she whispered softly in the stillness of the lunar evening, "it was for the best." +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Serenity sighed as she sat on her plushy silvery bed. She did not like the interior of her room in the ship. It seemed so silvery, so eerie. Her mother's worried expression haunted her memory. Why had Selene seemed so tense? Was she worried about Serenity's handling of the conference with the Earthen generals? Or was it just her imagination? Serenity sighed again. She had always wanted to act like a real princess, like a diplomat and a ruler; and now her mother had finally given her the chance. So why did she have a nagging feeling in her brain that made her feel that something was ominously wrong.
"Princess Serenity," came a voice from the door, "let me enter Princess; I have something to tell you."
Serenity rolled her eyes. It seemed as if she couldn't get a moments peace before landing on earth. "Not now Ursula, I'm thinking."
"Princess, it is a very important matter. Queen Selene is on the screen and wants to talk to you."
Serenity angrily got up from the small bed. "Ok, ok, I'm coming." She opened and stepped out of the door, walking absently to the main hall, where the telescreens were. She smiled as she saw her mother's hologram on the screen. "It's time, Mother. Wish me luck."
Selene's image smiled at her. "I will wish you luck dear daughter, but it is not how you think. I did not send you to the Earth for general diplomacy." She awaited her daughter's response.
Serenity's eyes swirled into cobalt pools of confusion. "Then why."
Selene's image still smiled. "I sent you there to get married. In less than fifteen minutes, you shall be arriving on the blue planet, Serenity; there you are expected to marry the High King of Earth, Endymion. I did not tell you, because you would not have agreed to the marriage. Under the current circumstances, it is absolutely imperative that you marry Endymion."
Serenity's breathing stilled. The floor of the ship seemed to be whirling, trying to throw her into eternal abyss. She had to try twice before she found her voice, "What do you mean, mother?" Her eyes held an accusation against Selene, the mother who had betrayed her. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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