Chapter 5
Meanwhile, in an even darker realm than the Negaverse, a group of figures sat in front of a large projection of a city shaped as a six-pointed star. In the center of the star was a large palace composed of a black, marble stone.
“Why hasn’t the kingdom of Earth fallen, Wise Man?” a man with white hair asked of a shrouded figure, floating in midair. “We changed the past, just as you advised, why has it not fallen and become ours.”
The Wise Man waved his clawed hands over a crystal ball, “Clearly, something happened that I did not foresee. But do not fear Prince Diamond, the future is still changing. Endymion is no longer a problem for instance, and as such neither is the rabbit. But we failed to properly estimate the queen’s will to defeat you. She has now instead gained stronger allies in the future. We must attack the past now, while they are weak.”
A man with red hair in a green vest spoke up, “Leave that to me, Your Highness, the four sisters and I will go to the 20th Century and take care of that moon brat!” The man declared boldly. “You can count on me, Prince Diamond.”
The white-haired man, Diamond, nodded briskly, “Yes, Rubeus, go! And don’t fail me!”
Meanwhile,
“WHAT?! That’s not what we agreed!” Serena shouted at the white haired general as he took her to the Negaverse on Friday afternoon.
Malachite looked at her, “Queen Beryl has informed me that this is the way it MUST be. She will explain as soon as we arrive before her. I assure you, she would not do this if she did not feel it was necessary.”
“How do I know, huh? All I know is that she’s got a heart as hard as stone, she destroyed the Moon Kingdom, killed my mother and tried to kill me and Darien! So how do I really know I can trust her huh? She’s evil.”
“Shut your mouth!” Malachite shouted, stopping their journey to the castle. “Do not speak of things you do not understand! Do you really believe that’s how it was? That she attacked the Moon Kingdom because she was evil, that maybe she woke up one morning and said to herself ‘What would be a fun thing to do today? Oh, I know, I’ll destroy the Moon Kingdom and a mass of innocents along with it!’? You don’t know anything Moon Brat! She is a queen, as much so as your mother was. Her people had a need, she needed to fulfill it. Sometimes a ruler must do what is difficult to help her people!” He admonished her. “But, you don’t understand! And I doubt you ever will! You’ll only ever see what you want to see. You humans are all the same! You’re just as insensitive and oppressive as your mother was!” Malachite turned from her. “Personally I don’t see why Queen Beryl is doing this for you. But, I know better than to question her. “
Serena lowered her head shamefully. Even though she had no idea what he was talking about, he had a way about him that let her know that somehow, she and the other scouts had missed some of the story. Maybe it wouldn’t hurt to find out what. “Look, I don’t know what you’re talking about, but you’re right, I really don’t understand. I don’t understand what happened in the Silver Millennium. I don’t remember anything. But, I’ll try to understand, I’ll try hard. I’m sorry.”
Malachite sighed. Maybe he was being a little harsh. After all, she was young, she’d never heard the entire story. And she was right, her mother had been killed, what other conclusions could she draw? “Never mind, let’s go!”
Rubeus’ ship…
“Is this 20th Century Tokyo?” asked a woman in a purple tutu with big purple hair as she and three other young women looked over a hologram of present-day Tokyo.
A green-haired woman put a hand to her cheek, “Sure looks pathetic doesn’t it?”
Rubeus walked past them, “Yes, but it also holds a most precious treasure. We must find it, and destroy it at all costs. And while we’re at it, take over the six points of what will one day be Crystal Tokyo. I’ve already pinpointed a crystal point. Catsy!”
The purple-haired lady looked at the young warrior, “Yes, Rubeus. Where is it? I’ll take it over for us. And maybe we can flush out our little treasure.” She vanished from the ship.
When the pair arrived in Queen Beryl’s court, Malachite was perplexed to find that it was empty save for the two of them and the queen.
“Good Malachite, you’ve brought her. Sailor Moon, I’m afraid…”
“Serena.” The girl boldly interrupted.
Beryl’s eyes widened, “What?” She was awed that the girl dared to interrupt her.
Serena continued, “I’m not transformed, and I don’t ever want to be Sailor Moon again. My name is Serena.”
Beryl grinned, “Well, Serena, I’m afraid there’s been a change in our agreement. You must stay and train in the Negaverse as quickly as possible. And I’m also afraid you will have to continue being Sailor Moon, if you want to stay alive on the weekends when you return to the Earth.”
Serena gasped, “What?”
Beryl nodded, “The Negaforce has shown me a vision. There is a new, dangerous force that will seek to destroy both our worlds. This force is after you, this is why you must stay here as much as possible. Your parents have already been spelled to believe that you are now attending a private boarding school recommended by your teacher. And a youma has already arrived with your cat, Luna, I believe.” As if on cue, the youma, human-like in appearance, stepped out of the shadows with the black cat in it’s arms. She looked very dazed.
“Luna!” Serena dashed over to take her friend from the youma. “Luna, are you alright?”
Luna nodded, “Just a little confused is all. What’s going on?”
AN: Yes, what is going on? What will happen? Will Rubeus’ plan succeed or will Sailor Moon save the day as always?
Next Chapter: Catsy attacks Raye’s temple. Sailor Moon goes to put a stop to it, with Malachite’s help.
