My FanFic

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A Love So Strong:

A Love Story about Serena and Darien

A LOVE SO STRONG: SERENITY AND ENDYMION

Chapter 3

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I want to say thanks to Jade, Midnight, and Sidnei for their support and great comments!!!!! I especially want to thank Jade for the background information I needed to continue the story. I have to clarify some things. First, the time frame is after Berly was defeated. I have skipped over Alan and Ann, to get to the real threat. I can't tell you what it is but maybe you can guess!! I decided to have the scouts lead a normal life first and then introduce them to their past. I know it's a little like an alternate reality, but it's not. I've just made all the characters adults because there will be some adult situations in future chapters and I don't think pre-teens should be doing stuff like that. So, you have any comments or flames about my first fanfic, please feel free to e-mail me!! Now, on with the show.

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*I'm running late again!!* Serena shook her head at herself. Ever since she could remember, she was never on time for anything. She almost didn't make it for her own graduation. She smiled at that memory. Believe it or not, she overslept because there was a graduation party at Tiffany's house and she wanted to go. She had a great time, but no one woke her up the next day, for graduation. If it wasn't for Charles knocking on the door, rather loudly, to drive her to auditorium, she wouldn't have made it.

Veronica badgered her all day and all night for Serena to use the tickets, or give them to her. Finally at about 9:00pm that night, Serena gave in and said she would go. *Sometimes, Veronica could nag you to death, if you let her, but maybe she's right. I really haven't taken a vacation since college. And maybe this time off would be good for me and give me some inspiration on my next book.*

Serena made a mad dash through JFK airport trying to make her flight to Los Angeles. There were reservations at a near by hotel for one night and then they she would board the cruise ship heading for Alaska. Several people barely got out of her way as she sprinted to the gate. *I never knew that taking track and field would come in handy one day.* She was the last person board the plane, but she made it!!! Putting her carry on in the overhead compartment, Serena sat down and prepared for the plane to taxi down the runway.

"Excuse me, but I believe you're sitting in my seat," said a gentle voice above her. Beside her stood a petite woman with blueish hair. Not the blue hair you see older women wear to hide their gray, but a blue tint that complimented her completely.

"Oh, I'm sorry!!! I must be right next to you."

"That's quite alright! I just stepped away for a moment. By the way, my name is Amy Anderson."

"It's nice to meet you, Amy. My name is Serenity Tsukino, but I prefer Serena."

"It's nice to meet you too. Is this trip business or pleasure?"

"It's pleasure. I received a free trip, all expenses paid, last week. I really wasn't going to go but my friend badgered me until I said I would just to shut her up," Serena said with a smile.

"I'm on pleasure, too!! Because I won a free trip just last week in a drawing. I work at Mount Sinai Hospital in the Pediatrics Department, and the hospital was doing a charity event and the grand prize was an all expense paid trip to Alaska. Besides, I really needed a vacation."

"Would you believe that my trip is to Alaska?"

"You're Kidding?!"

"No, I'm not!! The tickets and itinerary was sent to my office by messenger and the other party paid in cash. I thought it was strange because I don't know many people who can afford to spend this kind of money, and those I do know, didn't send me the tickets."

"I believe we have a mystery on our hands, and I for one love mysteries!!"

"If it's a good mystery, I could incorporate it into my next book," Serena said. Her mind was already working on the twists and turns of the book.

"Wait a minute, did you say your name was Serenity Tsukino?" Serena nodded. "You're that famous author!!! Oh, I love your work!! I have read 'My Only Love' six times and I still cry at the end. The loss your character felt was so real. You have a way of touching the soul of those who read your books."

"Thanks. I only write when I feel strongly about something." As the plane took off and headed for Los Angeles, the two strangers became good friends.

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The secretary walked into the room. She walked up to the desk and placed a folder on it for the occupant of the room to review. The occupant was shrouded in darkness and was watching the last of the sunset across Tokyo Bay.

"Has the first phase started, yet?"

"Yes, ma'am, it has. Ms. Tsukino and Ms. Anderson are at this moment flying to Los Angeles. Their flight took off about 30 minutes ago."

"Good. Initiate phase two." Nodding, the secretary turned to leave, "Oh, Ms. Wheat, how is my sponsored exploration project going?" She smiled and said, "Mr. Chiba is schedule to arrive at the port tomorrow. He has been given information that would lead him to the site. From my sources, he's really looking forward to solving this particular legend."

The figure nodded and said,"Thank you, that will be all."

As she left the room, the shrouded figure stepped from behind the desk. As she walked, one could see she was a tall, beautiful woman with an elegant grace about her. She had glossy black hair that fell past her shoulders. Her eyes had a hint of violet in their depths that told anyone looking in them, that she had lived many lifetimes. She wore a simple black, flowing dress that showed off her athletic figure. On her forehead was a faint tattoo. It was shaped in a golden crescent moon. She walked to a painting mounted on the far wall. The picture was a portrait of the Moon Kingdom and it's royal guardians. In the picture stood proudly the royal court of the Moon. Princess Mercury and Princess Jupiter were standing on both sides of the Moon Princess, Princess Serenity. Beside her sat her beautiful mother, Queen Serenity. Behind Princess Serenity standing tall and strong, was Prince Endymion, with his hands on her shoulders. Beside him, on both sides stood Princess Mars, Princess Venus, Princess Uranus, Princess Neptune, Princess Pluto, and Princess Saturn. In the background, was the palace surrounded by the stars in the heavens. This was painted just before the Moon Kingdom was destroyed. It was during a time when peace reigned instead of chaos. There was a simmering of magic behind her. She turned to greet her special guest.

"Your Highness, what can I do for you?" Queen Serenity smiled and said, "Please tell me of your progress to unite the Silver Millennium Guardians"

Luna, Royal Advisor and friend, smiled and said, "Serenity and Mercury are heading towards the rendezvous point in Los Angeles."

"Do they suspect anything?"

"No, not from my sources."

Serenity floated towards Luna looking sad,"I have prayed that this time would not come. I truly wanted my daughter to live a normal life. But with this new and more powerful threat, there is no help for it."

"I know. Since the last battle, a thousand years ago, all the scouts have lived very normal lives. But all of them are alone and defenseless. The only way to succeed with this venture, is to unite the inner scouts all at once. Otherwise, there maybe some doubt, and we don't have time for that. We must get them to work together as a team again. Sailor Pluto has begun the dream phase of the project. We have outside forces trying to stop our plans, but that's to be expected. The dark kingdom doesn't want the Crystal Millennium to begin. As you know, the time is drawing near when the Crystal Millennium must begin, or the future will be lost."

Queen Serenity nodded and said, "What precautions are in place to protect the Princess and the rest of the guardians?"

"Artemis and his team are protecting them as we speak. They are on a 12 hour rotation schedule. All of the guardians are heading for the battle site for the transfer of power. We have foiled two attempts on the prince and princess, so far. But they are getting close."

Queen Serenity looked worried. "That's not good. We don't have much time left. Move the timetable up. I want the transfer of power to begin in one week's time. The darkness is growing stronger with each passing day. We must not fail."

"Yes, your Highness."

As Queen Serenity faded, Luna walked to her desk and pressed the intercom, "Ms. Wheat, please contact Mr. Goldsmith as soon as possible. Tell him that the timetable has been moved up and start to make the necessary arrangements."

"Yes, Ms. Silverstone."

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"Princess Mercury, where are you?," asked Princess Serenity.

"I'm in here, your Highness." Mercury was stepping from behind a shelf of books. She was studying Earth's technological advances and its diverse cultures. Earth was renowned to have an extensive library, second only to Mercury. She wanted to learn whatever she could about the planet.

"Mercury, you shouldn't hide in the library. You have to mingle with the rest of us. I know you're shy, but we are here to make a good impression."

Looking sheepish, Mercury said, "I know, but I'm not very good at socializing. But, I'll try!! You know I'm more comfortable surrounded by books than at a social function."

"I know. Only you could find comfort in a bunch of stuffy old books." Serenity looked around with feigned fear. She much preferred romance and fiction. Mercury giggled at her friend's expression.

"It's not just princesses, your Highness, who is attracted to the solace found in the library."

"Oh, my Lord Tanzinite!! You startled me." As Serenity was saying this she observed that Lord Tanzinite wasn't looking at her but at Princess Mercury. Mercury had her head down, looking shy with a slight blush on her cheeks.

"My Lord, may I introduce to you, the Princess of Mercury, Ami? She is part of my court and my advisor."

"I'm honored to make your acquaintance, Princess Mercury!!" Lord Tanzinite had sandy red hair with mischievous blue eyes. His eyes twinkled when he smiled. As he bowed to kiss Mercury's hand, he looked into her eyes and she was mesmerized.

Mercury watched with bated breath as he kissed her hand. It was the first time the she felt like a beautiful woman instead of a walking fountain of knowledge. All the other princesses were considered very beautiful, each in their own way. But Mercury was somehow overlooked. Not now!!! No, not now!!

Princess Serenity saw what was happening, between her best friend and Lord Tanzinite, so the Princess made a decision, "My Lord, could you do me a small favor?"

He finally dragged his glaze from Mercury to the Princess. "Your wish, is my command, your Highness."

"Could you escort Princess Mercury back to the ball after she is finished in here? I don't want her to get lost in the palace."

He smiled at Mercury, still holding her hand and said, "It would be my greatest pleasure to escort the Princess." Mercury blushed again and Serenity smiled to herself. It was fun playing matchmaker, anyway!! As she was leaving them, she thought that maybe she could find someone who would look at her just like that. To look at her for just herself, not because she was a Princess or a powerful being. Mercury was very lucky to have that.

"Thank you, Lord Tanzinite." She smiled, left to rejoin the others at the ball.

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As she woke from the dream, Amy looked around. She saw that Serena had fallen asleep, too. A thoughtful expression went across her face. *You know, these dreams are getting more vivid. This time it felt like I was really there.* Her heart had a dull ache within it. The emotions the dream had invoked were so strong, that Amy could barely contain it. *A love like that, comes only once in a person's lifetime. And when it's gone, it's gone!! That's the kind of love I've always dreamed about.* Amy looked at Serena again and noticed that she looked just like the Princess in her dreams. *But that's not possible!!! I've never seen her before today, right?*

Suddenly, the plane pitched as it hit turbulence. The the plane shifted to a 45 degree angle, heading towards the ground rapidly. The passengers were panicking and about that time, Serena woke up. She looked at Amy and said, "Something's gone terribly wrong here!!!" For an instant, Serena's crescent moon and Amy's Mercury sign flashed. Serena saw a movement on the wing of the plane. Amy followed Serena glaze and saw a blue and white clothed figure on the wing. As the plane was flying towards earth, the figure began to glow a faint blue color. The blue light was then transferred to the wing of the plane. The plane began to level off and stabilize. The pilot alerted all passengers that they were making an emergency landing at Dallas-Ft. Worth Airport and to prepare for a crash landing. The glowing figure began to waver because of the sheer force and weight of the plane. Suddenly, another figure appeared. It began to glow a faint golden color. By this time the plane was stabilized enough to land safety onto the runway. As soon as the plane touched the ground, the figures stopped glowing. Then they both turned and looked at Serena and Amy. They both nodded..., saluted..., and vanished.

"D..D..Do you know what was it we just saw??" asked Serena while looking confused.

"No...but it was like they knew us or something," Amy said still looking out of the window.

"Yeah, that's what I thought too."

"Let's just get out here, okay!!," Amy was unbuckling her seatbelt.

"Yeah, I'm with you, Amy." As they exited the plane by the emergency exit, they were followed by two men. One had sandy, red hair and blue eyes while the other had silver hair and silver-blue eyes.

"Thanks for the help back there. That was way too close," said Troy running his hand through his sandy red hair.

"Anytime. That was a little close for me, too. We better contact Artemis and give him a report. At least the princesses are safe." said Malcolm with concern in his sliver-blue eyes.

"Yeah, but for how long? Troy said while watching Serena and Amy leave the terminal.

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He looked at the glowing crystal ball in disgust. "Who the hell are these people?!!! Everytime I get close to eliminate at least one of the sailor scouts, someone is always near to protect them!!!"He yelled, and his voice rang throughout the throne room. His eyes glowed vibrant blue with frustration. "Bestnor, come forth!!!!"

A short but powerful youma with red eyes stepped forth, "Yes, My Lord!!"

"I have an assignment just for you!! Don't fail me or you'll suffer the consequences!!"

"I won't."

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She sat waiting impatiencely for her number to be called for her Concord Flight to Los Angeles. Lita Peterson was not known for her patience. She liked to get things done fast and with little delay. Being one of the world's top chefs, usually gave one that luxury. She looked around for something to read.

"Attention Passengers!!! Due to Hurricane Samantha, Concord Flight 362 from London to Los Angeles has been delayed. We are sorry for any inconvience this may have caused. Please feel free to use the VIP lounge until your flight arrives. Thank you for your patience."

Many of the passengers were angry but they went to the VIP lounge. * It's just my luck!!! I finally take a vacation and it's stalled at the airport!!"Getting up to follow the rest of the passengers to the VIP lounge, Lita walked into a brick wall. But it wasn't a brick wall, it was a hard, very male chest. She looked up to apologize and she stopped breathing. Before her stood the most beautiful example of manhood. He had auburn hair and silver-blue eyes. He also had a smile on his face that made her knees weak!!

"Oh, pardon me!!! I didn't see you sitting there," he said with the most sexiest voice.

"I'm so sorry!! I have to look to where I'm going. Here let me help you pick up your papers," said Lita.

"Let me introduce myself. My name is Maxfield Stanton of Stanton Enterprises."

"My name is Lita Peterson. I was on my way to the VIP lounge.

"So was I!! I have an meeting in Los Angeles that I needed to attend. But, obviously, I won't make it," he sounded somwhat relieved.

"I'm on my vacation and I have to connect with a cruise ship in Los Angeles that's headed for Alaska."

"Would you....," he suddenly stopped and stood straight and tall. His eyes turned from soft and warm to cold and hard. He looked like he was preparing for a fight. He looked around and saw people running. Then Lita heard screams from a near by terminal. People were running and screaming 'Monster, Monster'!!!! Lita turned to ask Maxfield a question but he was gone.

"Now where did he go??!!"Lita said looking around for him.

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Raye was waiting for her luggage at the baggage pickup. She spotted her her luggage and was about to pick it up when someone else picked it up. "Hey, that's my bag!!!"

"I don't think so!!! Besides, I've been watching it go down the conveyor belt and I know my bag!!," said a man with blond hair and blue eyes.

"Why don't you look at the tag and see for yourself!" Raye challenged. He looked at the tag and it said, 'Raye Kindle, Toyko, Japan.'His face turned a light shade of red.

"My mistake!! I'm sorry for the mix-up. I guess I was in such a hurry that I didn't take time to read the name tag. By the way, my name is Jonathan Majors," he said extending his hand.

"Well, my name is Raye Kindle. And your apology is accepted. I have a connecting flight to Los Angeles on the Concord. So I better get going."Raye noticed that his eyes were twinkling like they were alive. He was tall and well built. He was downright handsome.

"I noticed that your from Japan, but you speak English very well."

"My father was a diplomat for Japan, so I travel between there and London."

"Wow, that sounds ....." Jonathan suddenly stopped and looked around towards the shouts and screams. Raye followed his gaze and saw what looked like monster of some sort. It was half humanoid and half insect. She turned back to Jonathan to say something, but he was gone. Then there were two men walking towards to monster. One was dressed in a green and white ninja outfit and the other was dressed in a red and white ninja outfit.

The green ninja began to glow and then he shouted "Emerald Arrow Attack!!!" A flash of green energy sped towards the monster but the monster easily side-stepped his attack.

"Ah!! I've been waiting a long time for a rematch Green Wind!! And this time, you won't defeat me so easily!!! Step into my palor said the spider to the fly!!!" She sprayed her attack and Green Wind became entangled in its sticky web. She laughed and said, "My Lord Bestnor, will be very pleased to have you as a trophy!!! I will be greatly rewarded!!!

"I wouldn't bet on it, Black Widow!!! Red Inferno Shower!!!!" The red ninja shouted as a storm of red energy developed over her and rained fire upon her. Her screams could be heard throughout the airport.

Black Widow turned to face the new threat saying, "Red Wind!!! I should have known you would be here!!! No matter, I'll still complete my mission!! Black Widow started to glow a black energy. The black energy then started to grow and as it grew and touched the travelers, it draining their human energy, leaving them barely alive.

"We're going to have to combine our attacks," said Green Wind. Red Wind nodded and took his position. Red and Green Wind stood back to back, with their hands pressed together and eyes closed, concentrating. Then they both started to glow. As their power grew, a wind started to blow.

On the other side of the fight stood Lita watching in amazement. Her Jupiter sign flashed, for an instant, on her forehead. She had a strange feeling she knew these people, but from where? Raye's Mars sign also flashed for an instant.

"Emerald Inferno Vortex Annihilation" shouted the two Winds. There was a dead calm for a moment, then a vortex of air surrounded Black Widow. The air began to spin incredibly fast until all you could see was the red and green flashes of lightning. The travelers heard Black Widow's screams. When the vortex finally disappered, Black Widow was gone. When Lita and Raye looked back to where the two Winds stood, they were gone!!!

Raye felt a tap on her shoulder. She looked around and found Jonathan standing there looking at her strangely. "Did you see what just happened, Jonathan?"

"No, I had to go and make a quick phone call. What happen?

"You won't believe me if I told you!!" Raye shook her head, still no believing what she saw.

*Oh, I don't know about that, Raye* Jonathan thought

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Lita heard he name being called. She turned towards the voice and saw Maxfield waving his hand trying to get her attention. She walked over to him and said, "Where did you disappear to?! There was a fight with some kind of monster!!

"I had to answer a page. It was my office telling me that the meeting has been reschedule for tomorrow. Was anyone hurt?"

"A few people were knocked out. But that's about it. There were these two ninjas, I think, that took the monster out!!! It was way cool!!!"

*More than you know, Lita! More than you know*thought Maxfield

End of Chapter 3

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Don't you hate the suspense?? ^_^ What's going to happen next? Stay right there and I'll show you!!! Later!!! hehehehehehe

Until next time.

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