As every afternoon in
her working day, Setsuna was preparing to head towards the observatory. Before
leaving, Haruka and Michiru were dismissed with a question about Lornd's
whereabouts.
-Have you heard from him?
- Michiru asked in a gentle and very careful tone. -
- No, none since we
said goodbye a week ago. He told me that he would return soon, that he wanted
to learn a new technique but that it was difficult, so it would take time to him
to master it. -Her partner replied with a resigned tone. -
- Girl, how complicated
those techniques are! I do not even know how can he master them! - Haruka
intervened to ease that moment by adding in a more spirited tone. - But I'm
sure he'll be back soon.
- Anyway, I do not know
how he is able to leave you alone - the green-haired girl who was next to them,
said, with a slight tone of disapproval. -
- Michiru ...- Haruka
cut her off when she noticed Setsuna's downcast gesture that she tried to erase
in her expression. -
- I'm sorry, - Neptune
replied, turning to her friend. – The thing is these space warriors are so
active, ... but I do not think he has forgotten you. It will be that he has
found some important battle to attend to. I am positive he will return as soon
as he finishes whoever it is. - She added trying to fix that embarrassing
situation. -
However,
her mate and partner Uranus looked at her shaking her head. That far from
solving anything almost made it worse! Michiru herself seemed to notice this
when she mumbled something in a hurry.
- Sorry, I did not mean
...
- Do not worry- Setsuna
said smiling tremulously. - I know he has not forgotten me, but I have to
accept that he is a warrior and that the fight is something very important for
him. We are warriors too, so we can understand, can´t we?
-It's true, but we do
not love being it. - Haruka retorted. -
- Well, I would do the
same as Bertie with his brother Roy, I would have him tied - Neptune answered
smiling now with a funny expression. -
- The truth is that he
has never gotten involved with my role as a Warrior of Justice, or with my
work. I do not have to do it with their occupations either. - Their companion
said. -
-Well, girl, if he were
my boyfriend I would watch him more closely! - Haruka declared with a certain
nonchalance. -
- He's not my boyfriend
- Pluto defended herself blushing obviously. -
- Oh really? -Her
interlocutor smiled with a mischievous expression. - So, is he free of
commitment? ...
- Hey Haruka, what do
you mean by that? - Michiru asked with a slight frown. -
- With what? - the
aforementioned asked pretending not to understand. -
- You know, -Her partner
replied with a slightly between annoying and sensitive tone. -
- I meant that, if I
were in Setsuna's place I would be closer to Lornd, that's all. But as she says
he is not her boyfriend. Who knows? Maybe I'm interested ... are you jealous? -
Uranus inquired with a funny gesture. -
- Could be ... - smiled
Michiru in a ladino way, riveting. - In one thing I agree with you. Lornd is a
man who could vary tastes to anyone. It's so ... manly, he is so strong, so virile,
you know what I mean.
- What are you implying?
- Haruka asked narrowing her eyes. -
- Now you're the one
who is jealous, huh? -Her interlocutor replied smiling with malice. -
- What nonsense! -
Uranus denied with prizes to add with obvious curiosity. - I just want to know
what you meant to refer to that.
- Nothing, it was just
a comment, nothing more. - Michiru added without giving much importance. - I do
not know why you're so interested ...
Setsuna
just listened and smiled, her friends took delight in keeping that kind of
conversations always touching the mutual provocation but invariably drifting
into the realm of joke. They did not care to start arguing about anything, a
vase, a house, a cloud or Lornd himself. So she almost passed unnoticed between
the endless exchange of jokes between the two when she said goodbye. However,
when Setsuna left, her two friends stopped throwing those friendly taunts. In fact,
now Haruka showed a serious expression when saying.
-I don’t know. As much
as she insists that she's okay, I do not think so.
-Yes, I agree with you.
- Her partner agreed, however. - But we cannot do more. It's her private life
after all.
-In a way I'm worried.
- Haruka said. - On the one hand, I wish her to be happy, but on the other I
have the impression that if her relationship with Lornd prospers, she may have
problems. You already understand me.
Her
friend nodded to sigh, declaring immediately.
-I know what you are
referring to. We have an obligation that is above all. Even from us and our
feelings. But do not worry, I know that Setsuna knows what her duty is.
- You're right - her
companion admitted to smile more relaxed, returning to the previous point once
again to add between laughter now. - But when she is with that big and handsome
man I understand that she can forget about everything else.
- How do you mean with
you understand? - Michiru replied presenting her with an accusing look. - Since
when do you think the idea of being with a man appeals to you?
Haruka
held up both hands showing her palms up and then shrugged her shoulders to try
to explain herself in an informal way.
-Girl. I mean in her
case. You just have to look at her face. She gets red! As much as she wants to
hide it. Even Hotaru has noticed.
-Yes, it's true - Michiru
had to grant her friend to laugh sentencing. - The poor woman has been alone
for a long time.
-The thing that makes me
fun and at the same time more tenderness inspires me, is that our friend
believes that she disguises it well. - Haruka smiled slightly shaking her head.
-
-Yes, she is a really
kind girl, but she has always had a very sacrificed existence. I'm glad to see
that, at least now, she feels happy and even in love with someone who can
correspond her... You understand me don´t you?...
And with the assent of Uranus was
enough. Both knew perfectly well what the statement was referring to. After
those words the two left that subject and they were dedicated to prepare their
things. They had a lot to do regarding their civilian lives. Set the motorbike
one and tune and rehearse the other with the violin. For her part, and apart
from those conversations, Setsuna was driven by her own reflections. She
directed her car towards the observatory. When her classmates arrived, they had
their turn, she had to be on duty almost all night. Fortunately, she was
farsighted and had taken a bag with snacks and a coffee thermos. At that time
of the year near her birthday it was already cold weather and the girl detested
the watery coffee of the machine. So once installed, she devoted the following
hours to make calculations and observe the sky. The night was peaceful, the sky
clear and could be seen enough of the northern region. The constellation of
Aquila and its star Altair were clearly visible. She could also watch Delta
Cephei for a while. Although her mind returned again and again to the same
thought. Who knows where Lornd would be! In these last days there had been no
sign of him, although the previous week if they could use it to get to know
each other better, well they did, so deep they did it, that if their two mates
will come to know for sure that those little jokes of yours would be nothing.
Although considering how misplaced they were, Setsuna would not bother trying
to convince them that everything was, for the most part, very platonic and even
spiritual. Lornd belied that image of a tough big man when he decided to think
aloud next to her and under a night sky full of stars. It was when the saiyajin
remembered his past, his family and his people with genuine nostalgia and she
listened to him very interested, intervening little but always in an
intuitively correct way, as if they both converged on their common points. The
sailor thought about this and also, because no, in their differences. When
Lornd gave free rein to his part of the most violent warrior, it was truly an
unleashed force of nature and he seemed to enjoy the fighting. Setsuna herself
was shocked when she saw him for the first time disintegrating mercilessly
those aliens that attacked her, and the rest of the warriors of the outer solar
system, in the north pole. Nevertheless, he did not want to fight against them
and said he was on his side, but the girl was more afraid of her sudden ally
than her enemies. However, she had to admit to herself that she was also
capable of fighting with all its consequences and using the most extreme
violence if necessary. As a guardian of the outer solar system, she had fought
without any hint of mercy, should the adversary or the situation require it,
but she would never enjoy or even feel comfortable. To her memory came now, as
if it were a resurgent remorse, the time when she was looking for Hotaru. When
the girl was possessed by the forces of evil and had not yet been reborn as
sailor Saturn, to kill her before she did. Even the petitions of the little
Lady could not separate her from that path, and that was when her heart was
broken when Chibiusa blamed her for the disappearance of what her friend
believed.
-I hate you! -
Remembered with a certain bitterness, thinking about the look of that girl at
that time. - Little Lady, Chibiusa, then you broke my heart. - She sighed. -
Thank God that everything was then fixed. And now Hotaru is a very dear person
to me. As you are all ...
In
fact, few times a word had hurt her that much, they came from one of the few
people she loved with all her soul. Really that little girl was very important
to her. Not only because of the duty to protect her, but because since she was
born, it was a company and a constant consolation when she visited her at the
door of space - time, from the day her parents took her there to present her as
the future heiress of the kingdom. How difficult and painful it was to have to
separate her from Hotaru! But she would do it a hundred times even if, as a
result, that girl had hated her forever. Fortunately, everything ended well,
there was no need to choose. Hotaru herself was now a companion. In fact, she
was sailor Saturn and they appreciated each other very much. They spoke often
and their mutual aspirations were told. Pluto felt that she could even confide
in her. In spite of her age, much younger than her own or that of the rest of
her companions in the outer solar space. Although this was at least in
appearance, since many times she looked into her eyes and could perceive a deep
wisdom locked in them. But with Haruka and Michiru it was harder. It was not
that they were not listening to her but she saw that those two had a complicity
and a very absorbing type of relationship. They tended to be quite apart from
the rest. That's why Setsuna had got along very well with Hotaru from the
beginning. She missed her so much since she was now with her father. That would
be good for her, she had to have contact with her family. Although Setsuna,
Haruka and Michiru many times served as mothers and fathers. However, Pluto
understood that her companion Saturn, despite her powers and her ancient spirit
was also very young. That her father, Dr. Tomoe had remarried, and on top of
that with Kaori. That was something the girl was not assimilating yet. But
there was little she could do, except to chat with her and try to make her
understand that adults had those things. In spite of everything, Setsuna knew
that she could always count on that little girl and her friends. They had all
made an equal oath. Something that was above anything else. First of all,
protect the kings and the Little Lady and above all, defend the Solar System
and Earth at any cost. Passing over other feelings and considerations. She
herself knew well that perhaps one day a situation similar to that of the time,
when they fought against the Messiah of Silence or against Galaxia, presented
herself and had to do it. Sacrifice friends, and even love, for their duty.
Maybe that's why she knew in the bottom the pain that Lornd sometimes hid in
his gesture and in his eyes, when she asked him about why he lashed out so
viciously against the henchmen of that Gralas. That wandering life, without a
fixed place to return, all that burden of duty, she had shared equally. But now
it was different, that warrior could return to Earth and she would be there,
waiting. At the moment things were quiet and the queen had given her permission
to live in the twentieth century, even, why not! To create a family if she
wanted to. Usagi, well Serenity really, was always very sweet and
understanding. Especially when she had that conversation with her. Almost
exhorting her to win like that powerful space warrior. But Setsuna was
realistic and analytical, her serious and prudent nature did not allow her to
low her guard. The sovereign was very interested in putting that tough warrior
on her side by all means at her disposal. And everyone said! ... At first she
was not too willing. Especially since she still had some feelings for her
kings, rather she maintained that feeling between admiration and affection for
her Queen Serenity, and that feeling with respect to King Endymion who
manifested with that warmth that flooded her chest little by little and the It
made her redden in spite of herself when they met with glances.
-I do not have to keep
thinking about that. - She admonished herself without stopping repeating. - I
have a duty to fulfill and a place from which I should not move. That is not
possible! It was never possible!
And
she was not referring to those long stays in solitude guarding the Time-Space
door that she could finally abandon, since it was sealed. It was the place she
occupied in terms of her status. She was a princess herself. But nominally
vassal of the sovereigns of the Moon and neo Cristal Tokyo. For a long time she
had no contact with anyone. Being a descendant of the lineage of Cronus,
although of a minor branch with respect to her companion Saturn, her ancestors
were elevated to the dignity of princes of Pluto and charged with the task of
keeping that access. When it was her turn, her sense of duty made her carry out
her mission in a selfless way. Even resisting the temptation to change the
cruel destiny of the Silver Millennium. Later, in the future, the king and the Small
Lady visited her with some frequency. And while nothing happened that she
should be ashamed of, she did not dare to tempt fate any more.
-There are things that cannot
be touched. And people who must be together because that is their destiny and
is fundamental for the good of all. - She insisted on trying to convince herself.-
And
that led her to Lornd. Perhaps at first she saw only a very muscular bumpkin in
him. Impulsive, and lover of the fight. However, it was knowing him and
realizing that he was not like that at all. That man was a force of nature but
he also possessed a great sense of honor and duty. Like all good saiyajin, as
the sovereign revealed one day that both took a short walk.
-That space warrior is
very powerful. We must make him our friend at all costs. - Serenity told her
being both alone. -
-I'll do what I can to
convince him.- Setsuna assured.-
And
her queen stopped then, looked her straight in the eyes and with an intense
brightness in her blue pupils she stated.
- Do everything,
absolutely everything, as necessary. You have our permission to do so. But do
not forget this. As far as the others concern, we will not know anything. No
exception can be made about you regarding the others. At least before their
eyes. Do you understand, right?
-Yes your Majesty. - She could say something dazed
and impressed by that look, to finally be able to rivet with more confidence. -
You can trust me.
-I know. For that
reason we chose you.- Her interlocutor stated.-
After
that they continued walking until they joined the rest of the group they were
with. Now the young woman was very confused. She was not entirely sure of her
feelings, or maybe she was, and that scared her. However, that not only
depended on her own disposition, She would have to see what Lornd's feelings
would be. The girl believed that the same as she had. However, she wondered.
Could they really live together, apart from battles and dangers? For both her
and the space warrior there could always be something that prevented them from
fulfilling that desire. Speaking for herself, of course, she feared that
possibility, and she supposed that lonely saiyajin would have the same opinion.
That's why he worried that he would be late returning. What if he had been
thinking, just like Pluto herself, about the possible dangers it would bring if
they were settled on Earth? On occasion, when they both talked about more
intimate matters, he had come to say a phrase that stuck in the heart of
Setsuna like a fishhook. "My love is dangerous, and it will make you
cry," were the words. But she knew in her interior, although she often denied
it to her companions, that she was more than willing to take the risk, the
question that disturbed her was, would he be?
-I wish I could know
what I should do! - The girl said to herself.- Or maybe I know but I'm afraid
to carry it out.
Thinking
of all that, she remembered one of the conversations they both had, shortly
before he left. They were looking at a night sky, just like she did at her
workplace. However, they were in an open field, illuminated only by the flames
of a bonfire that the saiyajin had lit on wood using a slight flash of energy.
With her vermilion eyes dilated with enthusiasm and also by the dim light of
the flames, the girl observed the stars and said him.
-I know almost all of
them. I've been watching them for a long time.
-Yes, I can say the
same thing.- He agreed passing his arm behind the woman shoulders in a
protective gesture.-
Although
she was not used to it, Setsuna was not unpleasant. Few men could say that they
could have welcomed it that way. The girl now turned her attention to the saiyajin
and told him.
- For a long, long
time. One of the few distractions I had was to look at the sky. And ask who
else would be there. Maybe watching me too...
Her
interlocutor nodded. She had told him many things in those days. The type of
relationship she had with her friends and colleagues, her duties as a warrior.
The deep affection she felt for all the others. Following that, he asked.
-The Small Lady, as you
call her, is very important to you, is not she? Same as Hotaru.
Setsuna
took a few moments to respond. Almost the emotion betrayed her, however, she
was able to control herself to respond with a calm and soft tone.
-I consider them as if
they were the daughters that I can never have.
-Never? - Asked the
warrior watching her now with puzzlement .-
His
partner separated from his embrace to face his eyes. And after a few seconds she
took a deep breath and released the air to explain.
-You should know that,
as guardians of the sovereigns of the Silver Millennium and the Kingdom of Neo
Cristal Tokyo, we are not allowed to marry any man, or have offspring. It is a
sacred vow that we cannot break.
That
seemed to dislodge his companion who did not stop looking at her with a gesture
of surprise. Although after a while he seemed to recover and asked.
-Maybe to marry someone
or have children is not the only way to show love.
- No, it is not. - The
young woman agreed, affirming with a quiet voice.- Sometimes, watching over who
you love from a distance is the greatest proof of love that can exist. Well, it
involves a lot of sacrifice.
And
that man took her by the shoulders with both hands and could barely say, trying
in turn to master his own emotions.
-I cannot believe that
a person like you cannot express what she feels. It is a very heavy burden.
Only by looking into your eyes I realize. You were not born to live without
love. What kind of sovereigns would force someone to such a cruel sacrifice?
-I could say the same
about you.- She answered, claiming as well.- You wander from one side of the
universe to the other in search of a ghost.
-From a ghost that does
not let me sleep. Knowing that he was largely responsible for separating me
from my people. - He answered somberly. - And more now that he knows I'm here.
Willing to catch him. It's a matter of time before he tries to attack again.
And I do not want to put this world in danger again. That's why, I must go ...
When
he pronounced those words, he took a few steps away, turning his back on her.
The young woman looked at him between astonished and dismayed. But he
immediately turned back to outline a slight smile and add more optimistic.
-It will be for a short
time. I want to be the one who surprises him. After the tour we did through
this solar system, I know that his spies detected us and that surely that
vermin is already plotting something. I must anticipate when he least expect
it.
- We can defeat him
again.- She affirmed.- Let us help you.
-I do not want to put
your safety or that of anyone in this world in danger.- The warrior declined.-
I told you once. My love is dangerous.
And
now it was the girl who smiled warmly, running her arms behind his neck, to
stand on tiptoe and whisper.
-I think I can take the
risk. I'm used to the danger.
Soon
they kissed in the light of the fire. Although they did not do more. Setsuna
knew that he wanted it but the words she told him about her vows had the effect
of dissuading him. At least for the moment. She had to fight against her own
emotions and desires. It was not the time yet. Now she was coming back from
those thoughts, sighing and thinking ...
-I have been afraid of
few things in my long life. But this is one of them ... I do not know what I
have to do ... or maybe I do, and that's what scares me the most. Once again,
the sacrifice.
And
she tried to get that question out of her mind. For a long time she directed
the telescope to an area where numerous shooting stars had recently been
sighted. After the threat of that enormous meteorite that almost destroyed the
Earth, it was always vigilant and she scanned the skies with great interest.
And if she would locate another great asteroid again she could count on Lornd
to destroy it. Thinking of him again, she sighed. Now another question in her
opinion no less relevant, went to her head. In the event that, despite
everything she had thought before, they both could live together, where would
that lead? Their relationship had begun relatively recently. Setsuna knew that
he loved her, or at least she believed she was convinced of it, but she did not
know to what extent they could lead a common existence. The two had their lives
organized and were very independent. She had never before considered the
possibility of getting married. Well, maybe with someone she loved, even if
only in her dreams, beyond any hope of being reciprocated. And despite what she
explained to the saiyan, something told her that her sovereigns would give her
carte blanche if the time came and she eventually chose that option. Serenity
was very clear about that. At least in that conversation. Looking to the others
would be another story. Possibly she would have to give up something very
precious to her. However, before thinking about that possibility, she had to
take that warrior into account. She also did not know Lornd's habits in that
regard. She let her mind fly, weighing that possibility, not imagining herself
as wife and mother, at least not yet. She smiled as she remembered the jokes of
her companions when she always volunteered to take care of the Small Lady or Hotaru. Phrases such as "What a great
mother you would make, Setsuna" or, "You are already getting old to
find a boyfriend, girl". As well as other similar ones, she had always had
to listen to them. After all, she was the loneliest and most grown-up warrior
of all. Her position at the front of the space time door was very sacrificial
and only left her time to entertain herself studying and thinking. Fortunately,
when she had to go to the past to face the threat of the Messiah of
Destruction, she could be relieved of her position. Once here it was impossible
for her to leave. Haruka's company, Michiru and Hotaru helped her to stop being
so lonely. Of course, Hotaru was very young and since she was coming and going
at that moment, between the sailors and her father, the other adults formed a
separate duo. But Setsuna did not care about the kind of relationship they
could have with each other, they were her friends and they respected and
appreciated each other, even though she always had to work hard at home! Her
companions had the habit of play seek and hide often in the case of domestic
chores. That made her laugh! There would be no fight in which they did not dare
to enter or rival to accost them. But it was telling Haruka, for example, that
it was her turn of doing the vacuum cleaning and she was already running away
with some excuse. The same went for Michiru when it was her turn of washing the
dishes! She immediately claimed to have to tune the violin for her next recital.
To mention to them to cook to any of those two was an impossible mission, of
course! Setsuna sighed, smiling. And entertained in this way time flew by.
Almost without noticing the darkness gave way to the prelude of dawn and she
ended her shift without incident. So she closed the observation dome and left
the premises to get into the car. Started hard, the battery was reluctant to
start, probably because of the cold accumulated throughout the night. Finally, she
set off on her way home. She drove a few miles without incident and took the
detour to the service road that led to her house when she heard a noise on the
roof. She thought she saw a shadow that flew over her. Surprised, she slowed
down to try to figure out what it might be about but could not distinguish
anything. She accelerated again when suddenly she felt the touch of a cold hand
on her mouth and nose. She tried to resist and keep control of the car but soon
she was plunged into a dense darkness ...
Next
day Haruka was awakened by an insistent knuckle noise at the door. She came to
her and looked through the crack. She almost could not believe it, it was Lornd
who brought a big bunch of flowers! He had followed the advice Haruka gave him for
when he came to see Pluto after a long trip. But, then, where was Setsuna?
Haruka had believed that she and the space warrior had surely met last night
and that was why she had not returned, but since Lornd was there ... she
thought maybe her partner was too late and She was asleep yet. The continued
rattle of the knuckles brought her out of those conjectures.
- Yes, I'm coming - she
said to the saiyajin through the door. She had realized she was half naked and
ran to put on a red silk dressing gown that she had in the room. Michiru was
still asleep, so she decided not to wake her up and finally went out to open
the door. - Hello Lornd - she greeted him leaving him pass with a gesture. - It
was about time you let yourself be seen around here. Although it would not have
hurt if you delayed a few minutes.
- Sorry, - he
apologized explaining - I returned recently and did not want to come with the
instant transmission for not disturbing you.
-I like those flowers,
it's a detail.- The girl commented with humor.-
-You can eat some if
you want.- The saiyajin declared as if that was normal.-
Now
it was the young woman who looked at him perplexed. Lornd himself kept a stern
gesture until finally a slight smile appeared at the corner of his mouth and he
said funny.
-Just kidding. Tell me.
Is not Setsuna awake? ..
- No, I do not think
so. - Haruka smiled while she added - but she'll be happy to see you. Wait, I'm
going to let her know you are here ...
- Do not worry, I'll
go. - The warrior replied nonchalantly. -
But her interlocutor
smiled, shaking her head gently to rebuke him condescendingly.
- You have little idea
of female coquettishness. You should know that women do not like men to see
them recent awake. You better wait in the living room, do you want to have a
coffee while?
- No thanks - he
answered politely without understanding that, since he had already seen Setsuna
wake up at times, but if Haruka said so ... - I'll wait here.
-By the way, you've
been thinking about a good present for her birthday.- The sailor said.-
-Present? Birthday? - The
saiyan who did not seem to understand, repeated.-
- Her birthday is in
October, twenty-ninth. There are very few days left. - Haruka revealed. -
-I did not know it, she
did not tell me anything about that.- Lornd affirmed.-
- You really did not
bother to find out? - His interlocutor asked ironically. -
-And why was I supposed
to? - He asked with a shrug. -
Haruka sighed shaking
her head.
-Is it some serious
fault in your protocol? - He wanted to know the saiyajin now with more
concern.-
-You could define it
like that.- The sailor answered, with a slight tinge of sarcasm that her
listener did not catch. -
-Very good. So, what do
I have to do? - The warrior questioned her with a serious gesture. -
-To start with, wait here until she is ready.- Haruka smiled
visibly amused with the face that her fellow made. -
-Okay ... - He
submissively replied.-
Still
trying not to laugh, Haruka went to her partner's room, knocked and called her
out but she got no response. She waited a few moments, repeated the call with
the same result. So she opened slowly and glanced up, surprised to find that Setsuna
was not there. She came back to tell Lornd.
-She is not here! - he
replied astonished. - And where can she be?
- Maybe she fell asleep
in the observatory - Uranus guessed adding with more calm and knowledge of the
cause. - It would not be the first time that happened to her, she loves her
job. Anyway, I'm going to wake up Michiru and call there.
- No, do not bother, -
the saiyajin replied - I will go myself, I will concentrate on her energy and
... - He effectively concentrated but could not detect anything. He tried again
and gave a strange look to his interlocutor. - How strange, I do not feel her
strength, I should notice it without problems, if she is still there!
- You're worrying me -
Haruka could say that now that began to worry. -
- I'll go see my
brother, I hope he can help me locate her. - Lornd replied disappearing from
there. –
Uranus
in turn went to wake her companion, shaking her gently on one shoulder until
Michiru opened her eyes.
-What happens for you
to wake me up at this time? - she muttered trying to sit up. -
- It's Setsuna, she is
not here, and Lornd cannot find her. Not even using his translation technique.
- Lornd is here? it was
time for him to appear, and Setsuna I guess she'll be with him ... - Michiru
whispered between yawns, as if she had not heard anything. -
-Did you have not heard
what I have told you? - said a restless Haruka raising her partner´s shoulders
to emphasize with tints of concern. - Setsuna has disappeared!
Michiru
realized at the end of what was happening, going to the bathroom, she woke up
enough to ask herself aloud.
- Where can she be?
Will not she have returned to the future?
- No, I do not think
so, it would not make any sense - Haruka replied to which an idea occurred to
her. -We are going to call Usagi and her group, maybe they know anything.
Once
they were dressed, they were ready to leave when they heard a sound of broken
glass coming from their room. They ran towards it and as soon as they opened
the door they both ran into a tall, dark individual, dressed in combat armor,
who smirked at them maliciously.
- Who are you? What do
you want? - Haruka wanted to know between surprised and full of distrust. -
- My name is Zaedón -
the guy said crossing his arms to add - and I'm a member of the special guard
of the Great Gralas. Are you the companions of one woman called Pluto Warrior?
-What do you know about
her? - Michiru asked, putting herself on guard. -
- We have her. - He
smiled malevolently to sentence - and if you want to recover her you will have
to do what we tell you.
In
response, Haruka and Michiru became sailors. In a threatening way, Uranus asked
him.
-Where is she? Why have
you kidnapped her? Talk or it will be worse for you!
-Ha, ha, ha, do not
make me laugh! - He said, ignoring her threat with open disdain. -
-You're going to regret
it! - Haruka replied, throwing herself into the attack seconded by Michiru.
-...
Lornd
meanwhile appeared at Roy and Beruche's house when they both had breakfast.
After offering his apologies for showing up unexpectedly and after the usual
greetings, he asked them if they knew anything about Setsuna's whereabouts.
- No, I thought she was
with Haruka and Michiru. Or if not with you .- His surprised younger brother
commented. -
-Is something wrong? -
Bertie asked with concern. -
- I still do not know,
but I'm going to find out - Lornd replied with a pensive mood - thanks for
everything guys. I did not want to bother you.
-Not at all, It is just
we do not know anything - Roy answered him and immediately offered himself
solicitously. - If we can do something for you, do not hesitate to let us know.
Do you want me to accompany you to look for her? I can try to focus on her life
energy.
-I already tried it.
But I cannot locate her. -His brother informed him with a tone that betrayed
his concern.-
Roy
realized immediately and trying to sound more animated when he commented.
-That does not mean
anything. It may be sleeping or being in an isolated place. I am convinced
that, if we travel the planet both ...
- No, thanks, I think I
can find her myself. Now I'm going back to Setsuna's house, maybe her mates
have found out something. - His brother cut him off. -
Having
said that he concentrated on the energies of Haruka and Michiru, but something
was not going well, he felt them too weak. Possibly at that time of the morning
they were still not very active after finishing lifting, finally managed to
catch them enough and disappeared. He reappeared next to them, stunned, the
apartment was destroyed and both lying on the ground and badly wounded, with
symptoms of having fit a brutal beating. Lornd hastened to give each one a
bean. While both chewed laboriously he helped Michiru, who seemed to be worse,
to sit up, wanting to know.
-What happened here?
Who has done this to you?
- A guy called Zaedón- Haruka
responded meanwhile recovering at last. - He told us they had her.
-Who? - Lornd inquired
with urgent tone. -
- He said to be the
personal guard of a guy called Gralas - Michiru whispered adding with visible
concern. - He was very strong, we almost could not touch him and he did this to
us, you see.
-Gralas! - the saiyajin
repeated raging at times to spit - damn bastard! It could not be other than
him!
- Setsuna has mentioned
something about that individual at some time, but she has not been very
explicit. Who is that Gralas? - Michiru asked. -
- A damn madman who aspires
to dominate the galaxy -the angry Lornd retorted - I have destroyed his plans
many times and now he will want revenge. But if he dares to touch Setsuna I
will tear him apart with my own hands. And that damn Zaedón is one of his elite
warriors.
- He left us this. He
said he did not want to kill us so we could give you the message - Haruka
indicated, passing him a kind of parchment - It is in a strange language.
However,
Lornd could read it, it was the inter-species language used at the galactic
level. It contained some coordinates and a message from the tyrant Gralas who
urged the space warrior to go there if he wanted to see that human being alive
again. So, without thinking twice and gathering energy, he flew out through the
window despite Haruka's screams.
-Wait! - She asked him,
but he was already lost in the sky. -
-We have to warn the
others! - Michiru urged her partner - I think they will need help.
- That sounds like a
trap, - her companion added, visibly worried. - That guy must hate Lornd
judging by what he's done to attract him.
- Have you seen his
face when I told him the name of that Gralas? I had never seen him so furious.
- Michiru commented with evident fear. -
Her
companion nodded and called Usagi and the other warriors for her commlink, then
phoned Roy to let him know what had happened. Lornd, on the other hand, arrived
quickly at the indicated point. There Zaedón awaited him and another
alien-looking warrior who connected a giant television screen. As he landed the
saiyajin furiously rebuked them, barely containing his desire to crush those
two guys.
-Where is Setsuna? Damned
Dogs! If you have done something, I will tear you apart!
But
the minions of Gralas did not seem at all worried, on the contrary they smiled
with airs of sufficiency.
- Calm down, you should
not get angry yet, wait and see - Zaedón indicated to him while the screen was
illuminated with images ... -
Some
time ago, Setsuna had woken up in a small room, on an uncomfortable bed. A door
of thick steel, judging by its resonance as soon as she got up to feel it,
locked her. Everything around her was bright white. She had no windows or
anything that gave her any idea how long she had been there or where she was.
She remained mired in the thought of escaping when the door opened. A tall,
blue-colored alien creature with a large pear-shaped head came in, urging her
to get up in a rough way.
- Come on human, move,
the great Gralas is waiting for you!
-I'm not going anywhere
until you explain to me why you have kidnapped me! - Setsuna blurted out
defiantly. -
- If you do not come
willingly I'll drag you, - the being replied with indifferent abruptness. -
- We'll see that, Pluto
Planet give make up! - she invoked transforming into a sailor. -
- That's not going to
do you any good, -the alien said dispassionately approaching the girl without
showing any concern. -
- Be still or you will
regret it! - Setsuna warned him displaying her scepter. -
- Come on, stop doing
nonsense, there's no time to lose - that guy replied. -
However,
Pluto attacked with her Dead Scream a few meters away. But the alien fit the
attack without even flinching. That energy ball exploded rumbling in that room,
in such a way that even she had to throw herself to the floor, stooping behind
the bed, in order to avoid the shock wave. When she got up after that, she
observed her enemy looking at her unharmed.
- It cannot be! - she
exclaimed adding astonished - at that distance no one could! ...
-Enough of stupid
tricks!- The alien snapped, grabbing her
by the arm and snatching the scepter from her with a swipe, then he indifferently
carrying her over his shoulder despite her kicks and protests. - Now you will
come to our Lord's presence.
The
alien transported her down a long narrow corridor that led to the open door of
another room. There he left her on a kind of chair with straps. Despite the
resistance of the woman, she tied her wrists and ankles immediately. He was
still trying to break loose when Setsuna heard a strange voice behind her.
- I hope you enjoyed
your stay here, Earthling ...
-Who are you? What do
you want from me? - The girl asked him, unable to even look at the source of
those words. -
Although
she did not need it, it was the stranger who gave himself to see. He was a
greenish and not very large, with a bulky knotty head, two pairs of evil eyes
and several arms.
- My name is Gralas and
I am the master of the galaxy.- This one introduced himself to add. - I just
want to attract here your... Is it called a couple ?, I suppose so. But for
that, he has to see you first.- And at the same time he concluded the sentence
he connected a screen in front of Setsuna and Lornd appeared on it, flanked by
two more individuals. - Say hi…
The
saiyan could see the features of Gralas that were unpleasantly familiar. He
grimaced like a smile.
-I'm glad to see you
again Lornd! - the alien said with a feigned courtesy. - It's been a long time
since you deprived me of that pleasure.
- I cannot say the
same. What have you done with Setsuna? - his interlocutor asked sullenly
leaving aside all kinds of feigned kindness. -
In
response, the camera focused on the sailor tied to the chair. Lornd struggled
to discover the trace of her energy but he was not able to do so. As if reading
his thought, Gralas laughed and said to him with obvious rejoicing.
- Do not try to locate
her aura, you cannot do it, we are in a special place!
In
fact, to the warrior's displeasure, his interlocutor did not lie. At least in
that. No matter how many times he tried, it was impossible for him to detect
it.
-Are you tired yet? - Gralas
mocked, displaying a gesture of superiority. – Well, now let's move on to more
serious things. You see, you do not need to bother yourself so much, this human
female that interests you so much is in my possess, but only until you agree to
do a certain task for me.
-You're crazy if you
think I'm going to do something for you, except send you to hell! -Lornd
Snapped. -
- I'm sorry to hear
that – Gralas said with a grimace of disgust, adding with ironic sarcasm. - But
I think your female is going to regret it much more.
Then
the tyrant signaled to one of his minions that slapped Setsuna making her bleed
on her lip.
-Damn coward! - Lornd
yelled furious and helpless threatening his interlocutor - If you touch her
again I will tear you apart!
- That would not be a
good idea - Gralas refuted without any emotion to sentence later with a barely
concealed tone of rejoicing - and the more you refuse to collaborate, the more
she will suffer.
-Say what you want! -
Lornd snapped trying to contain himself. -
- First of all, that
you show me the respect I deserve. - The alien smiled. -
- That's easy,
scoundrel- his interlocutor said contemptuously, and as an answer, he spit on
the floor. -
- Wrong, very bad.- Sang
Gralas who shook his head. –
At a signal from him Setsuna took another blow
that almost left her unconscious, to which the tyrant, smiling amused, added
with feigned cordiality.
- Do you want her to
have another one? You just have to ask for it or commit some other imprudence.
- No, that's enough ...
do not hit her again, - Lornd shouted visibly worried - she is human, she will
not resist those blows.
-Why haven´t you
thought about it before you challenged me, stupid Saiyan? – Gralas laughed and
he demanded. - Now, get on your knees, or do you want to test how much your
friend will resist the price of your stubbornness?
Reluctantly
the questioned knelt down, for him that was one of the greatest possible
humiliations but he did not want to risk Setsuna's life anymore. His antagonist
burst into a loud laugh and to top it off, Zaedón kicked Lornd down and knocked
him down.
- That happens to you
to antagonize the master Gralas, you cretin !, and stay in the ground that is
where you must be.
Lornd
got up quickly, ready to destroy that bastard, but Zaedón without flinching
pointed to the screen and advised him with sufficiency.
- In my opinion you should
think about it.
The
saiyan had no choice but to restrain himself, even though it was not easy for
him. He was trembling with anger and willing to make that individual pay. But
he watched the semi-conscious Setsuna bleeding from the lip and at those
bastards mercy , who would not hesitate to hit her again if he gave them an
excuse ...
- Damn you scoundrel !,
I'll settle the accounts with you later - Lornd threatened clenching his teeth
and fists with obvious frustration. -
- Good Zaedón. Let's go
to the point. - Grasset interjected visibly amused with that situation. - Stop
distracting yourself with him and explain to our friend the second of my
requests.
- Yes my lord- he said
with a bow. -You'll see, slave, - he added with a tone of boasting, looking at
the enraged warrior, - we just want you to conquer this ridiculous planet for
us and kill everyone who stands in your way. It's easy, is not it? Even an idiot
like you, a member of a people of barbarians, can understand that.
The
sailor meanwhile had been recovering with difficulty. She could get to hear
that and not be frightened.
- No, do not do it! -
Setsuna intervened trying to raise her voice until she was silenced with a new
blow that left her dazed once more. -
- Shut up you human
bitch! - Gralas ordered while insisting. - You know saiyajin, I hope you follow
my orders.
- Never. - Lornd
replied, clenching his fists again. - I will never do something like that.
- Then I am so sorry. -The tyrant said while one of
his soldiers grabbed the prisoner by the neck preventing her from breathing. -
The
sailor struggled impotently, trying to inflate her lungs but it was useless and
the saiyajin attended to it with horror and utter frustration.
-Look how funny is this,
she is turning blue- Gralas laughed.-
-Wait! - Lornd yelled
hastily to affirm. - I will, but do not hurt her.
-Well, well, - his
satisfied antagonist replied as his soldier released Setsuna who was now
coughing and panting, trying to catch her breath. - I'm glad you're so
understanding. Who said that space warriors do not understand reasons? LOL!
- Shall we begin with
the plan, sir? – Zaedón said obtaining the assent of approval of his master. -
Then we go!- He ordered the saiyan
abruptly, reminding him. - And at the slightest suspicious movement on your
part that human will die.
Much
to his dismay he had to accompany Zaedón and the other warrior who soon spread
panic to various cities on Earth. In the barracks of the tyrant he laughed out
loud at the impotence of the barely conscious Setsuna.
-Hahaha! What an idiot!
With such a strong body and such a weak spirit.
-You know nothing! -
the sailor stammered trying to raise her head to face the look of that wicked
being.- Damn coward! ...
She
received another slap from one of the henchmen of that individual as a reward
for her words. Setsuna felt a lacerating pain in her lip, which was bleeding
and on her right cheekbone that was beginning to swell. Despite this, she did
not show it. She would not give that pig the satisfaction of complaining. In
spite of everything, her enemy observed her with joy and replied with sly
scorn.
-It must be what humans
call love ... that idiot always so sentimental. That way he can never beat me.
-Do not get confused.
If you provoke him too much you will regret it.- she answered without getting
upset.-
-Oh, it can be. -
Gralas admitted to now with a sadistic tone of mockery. - But I assure you, you
were going to regret it even more, human.
-I'm willing to give my
life for my world and for my friends.- She challenged him.- It's more than you
can say, disgusting worm.
Her
antagonist did not respond to that, he simply made a gesture with his bulbous
head. Instantly Setsuna felt a terrible electric shock that made her scream.
That shook her whole body, flooding her with pain. Her muscles tensed and her
limbs looked like they were going to burn. That hardly lasted a few seconds,
but it seemed centuries for her. Unable to avoid it, saliva dripped from the
corners of her mouth and she tried to breathe deeply to calm the agitation.
When her captor could be minimally restrained, he grabbed her chin and lifted
her head down sharply to say, now with a false honey tone.
-My dear. I'm not going
to kill you, you're my control instrument. If you're still alive that
guarantees that idiot does not turn against me. Although you see. I can do many
other things that you will not like at all. This was just a little caress. I
have calculated it carefully for a human creature. And it was not far from the
maximum threshold of pain ... but if you continue being so insolent I assure
you that I could make you beg for death ...
At
that the girl did not dare to answer. She believed that monster perfectly capable
of fulfilling his threat. Besides, she must reserve strength.
-What's going on? Have
you lost your tongue? ... I hope you have not bitten it, heh, he ... - that little guy cynically laughed.- We do not
want you to lose that beauty that, according to Lornd, adorns you. Although I
personally consider that humans are really disgusting.
And
Setsuna allowed herself the luxury of smiling slightly to declare with a
sarcastic and defiant tone once again ...
-Remind me to give you
a mirror someday ...
That
was a mistake, the reward soon arrived in the form of a new cramp. The girl
screamed and writhed in spasms of pain. Those discharges were like blades that
burst her veins. After howling really outside of herself, thank heaven that
remitted. Now Setsuna was only able to emit moans and her head was dropped,
stuck to her chest.
-You must show me
respect ... - The alien admonished with feigned paternalism in his voice.- I
will not repeat it again. From now on you will call me Majesty. O Lord, if you
prefer. You have to go rehearsing ...
His
prisoner struggled to speak, but her jaw hardly answered. So many volts had
numbed her ... Maybe it was better that way. Because the replica that she was
thinking to that pig´s words would not like him too much. Finally Gralas
himself seemed to be tired of that game and ordered one of his own acolytes to
take the human back to her cell. Two of his henchmen, including the one who had
previously taken her out of that cell, returned her without much courtesy. They
just lifted her arms and dragged her down the path. Setsuna had her legs bent
and could barely keep her knees raised from the ground thanks to the toes of
her boots. Finally her guardians threw her into that dungeon. Fortunately she
fell on the bunk.
-No ... you have ... no
idea of ... how to treat ... a ... a lady ... - She was able to mumble before
losing her senses.-
For his part, the space warrior
followed his guards submissively. They laughed at his expense. Although among
mockeries they explained to him that he would only intervene in the case of
being attacked by rivals stronger than the futile resistance opposed by any
terrestrial army.
-The pleasure of
destroying those pathetic humans will be all ours. Even if you do not need to
participate, don´t worry, you can look. You will have the best location, ha, ha,
ha. - Zaedón rejoiced.-
-It's true- The other
individual agreed in the same way.- However, surely when your friends make an
appearance you can have a little fun.
The
saiyajin said nothing, even though he wished he did not have to come to that.
However, unfortunately, he feared that his brother and the rest would not sit
idly by. So, his turn would soon come. The facts proved him right to the short time since Roy
and the others were alerted of that situation and they went to intercept the invaders.
Their surprise was enormous when they discovered that Lornd was with them.
"It cannot be! -
Roy exclaimed, wondering loudly with visible disbelief. - What is my brother
doing with such garbage? ...
-What are we going to
do? - Diamond asked, visibly worried. - I do not want to attack him and he is
also much stronger than us.
- We could not defeat
him not even all together – Sapphire added. -
- I'll have to talk to
him, I'm sure he'll listen to me – Roy retorted, convinced of that. -
But
as soon as he approached Lornd his brother reacted by attacking him with a
flurry of violent lightning that the astonished assaulted dodged with
difficulties.
- But how is it
possible that you, - his younger brother shouted as he got rid of those energy
rays - What's wrong with you?
- Shut up and fight! – Lornd
answered by going against him. -
With great rapidity,
Lornd smashed his brother to the ground amid the laughter of Zaedón and Luas,
who was the other warrior who accompanied them. Although they did not have much
time to continue enjoying the show when they were attacked in unison by Diamond,
Nephrite, Sapphire and Ail.
-Now you will see what
is a good beating. - The Prince of Nemesis snapped.-
-Bah, you're just human
scum. No problem. - Zaedón laughed.
-We will see who are
reduced to scum when we finish with you.- Nephrite replied.-
And
without further compliments they engaged in a disputed fight. Meanwhile Roy,
despite being surprised by his brother's reaction, realized that his brother's
blows were not too strong. Lornd took advantage of the fact that they both left
the field of vision of the Gralas warriors, now focused on their own battle, to
tell him what was happening.
- Those guys have
Setsuna and they'll kill her without hesitation if I won´t do what they order.
- But as much as you
want her that does not justify the destruction of the entire planet. And she
herself would dislike it. - His fellow objected as he threw a lightning bolt to
disguise the conversation. - I do not think she could stand that on her
conscience ...
- I know, I do not want
to destroy the Earth or harm innocent people, and I have a plan to avoid it,
but you must do what I tell you ...
- Tell me. I'm
listening - Roy whispered, dodging now another burst of energy from his feigned
opponent. -
Meanwhile
the others continued the fight, they were fairly even against the Gralas
warriors despite being two against four. Suddenly there was a roar behind them
that made them look at everyone. Lornd had beaten his brother, burying him in a
pile of rocks, and then concentrated his energies to finish him off with a
powerful beam.
-Oh no! - Nephrite
shouted alarmed - What are you going to do? ...
- We have to stop him. -
Sapphire intervened. -
-But how? - Ail howled
- not even among the four of us have the strength to face him.
- Well, I'm going to
try. Kaio ken triple intensity! - Diamond exclaimed that without hesitation he
launched himself against the energy beam that Lornd had fired at Roy using that
technique to multiply his forces. - Come on!
The
Nemesis prince managed to deflect it and caused it to crash several kilometers
away, producing a terrible explosion. Lornd stood next to him in less than a
second screaming at him.
- What have you done,
you imbecile?
- I was not going to
let you kill your own brother - his interlocutor replied facing his look with a
tone of defiance. -
The
King of the saiyajin silently thanked him for being such a good friend, both of
his brother and of himself. But he could not entertain himself with courtesies.
Before Diamond reacted, he had already thrown him to the ground with a bang,
although he was careful to make it far from where Roy had fallen. Then, he
threw another bolt on his own brother causing the same explosion to the
previous one.
-We have to help them!
- Nephrite teased Sapphire and Ail, who flew to their fallen comrades, though
Lornd was still there staring at the ground. -
-How did you dare to do
this ? you're going to pay for it! -A furious Sapphire shouted, throwing a
great barrage of lightning. -
Nephrite
and Ail joined the attack bombarding Lornd who did not even make a feint to
defend himself, after a few seconds of intense attack, the smoke caused by the
explosions dissipated but the saiyajin was still there unscathed.
-It cannot be! - Ail
stammered. -
Their
rival counterattacked without giving them time to even think about anything
else, hit one after another to their competitors making them fall to the ground
senseless. Soon, to beat them all Luas approached Lornd asking funny.
- Why do not you kill
them all at once?
- I do not worry about
them - he answered in a monotone tone - they are not at my level, you can beat them
so I will not waste my time. The best thing will be to go to the capitals of
the most powerful countries so that they surrender without further delay
because of nonsense. I want to end this as soon as possible and release the
prisoner.
- You are right for
once.- Zaedón agreed adding with confident rejoicing – Let´s go to pay a visit
to the authorities. About those clowns, we will kill them later, first they
will suffer seeing impotent as we finish with the civilization of their planet.
So
the three of them flew away. As soon as they were lost on the horizon, Diamond
and Sapphire, along with their companions who were already recovered,
desperately searched for Roy digging among the stones. Then his friend came out
of them, somewhat bruised but in good condition.
-Thank God! - Ail
sighed when he saw him - we thought that your brother had killed you judging by
the strength of his attacks.
- Do not worry about
that, it was just comedy, my brother hit me harder when we trained.- Everyone
looked surprised, Roy noticing him told them what was happening. -We must look
for Setsuna, I will take care of it because we have made them believe that I
have died. I need you warn others.
All
agreed to start, deployed in search of the warriors and the Justicieras to warn
them of the situation. Roy on the other hand went to heaven in search of the
wizard Landar, to get some clue as to Pluto's whereabouts ... The others had
met urgently on the island of Ian Masters and were debating what to do.
- We cannot do anything
to stop them - Haruka intervened adding with irritation and regret - if we put
up resistance we would put Lornd in a troublesome situation. They would force
him to attack us and they would realize when he was faking.
- Yes, That is true –
Michiru agreed visibly worried - if were Roy and the others it would be easier
for him to launch a more convincing attack. Also, the slightest suspicion would
cause Setsuna to be killed.
- It is true. He has
pretended to fight against us and for now managed to deceive those who
accompany him - Diamond intervened - but we need to buy time until Roy finds
your partner.
- Of course if we tried
to intervene they would end up with us with a simple ray, it will be better not
to get involved - Minako sighted looking helplessly at her companions. Although
she explained. - At least directly.
- I hope that Masters
has some solution of those that cost a million - Tom intervened, speculating
more with the desire that it was that with certainty. - Maybe with his
technology we can locate Setsuna.
- I can try it with my
sacred fire - Rei offered - Can you give me something of hers? - She asked
Haruka and Michiru. -
- One of her bags –
Neptuno replied - I hope it serves you.
- It will be worth to
try, now there is no time to lose, let's go for it.- Her companion affirmed.-
- I will put all my
scientists to work on it.- Masters asserted, summoning two of them. - Mimet
Daniel, can you come for a moment, please?
- Immediately boss- the
boy answered getting up from a computer console. -
- We're already here.-
Mimet announced holding on to that boy's arm. -
- See if you can get
some clue that allows us to locate the trail of Setsuna.- The billionaire asked
them. -
- We will do everything
possible- Daniel answered, taking Mimet by the hand. -
- What a funny couple!
- Haruka smiled allowing a slight interlude of humor. -
- Yes, they have their
charm, these two never split up – Michiru asserted. -
- Well, leave that, we
have to deal with more important things - her partner said recovering her
serious face. -
- I'm afraid that now
all we can do is wait - Tom intervened, obtaining the assent of the rest. –
The
billionaire in turn received the call from another person to whom he referred
out loud.
- Jenny please, now I'm
a little messed up, can you come here for a moment?
After
a few minutes a young girl dressed in a blouse and skirt to the knees, with
brown hair and wearing glasses similar to those of Mimet, appeared in the room.
She carried an agenda and politely greeted everyone present to inform her boss.
-Mr. Masters, you have
an appointment with investors in fifteen minutes.
-Cancel it. - He
snapped with obvious emphasis. -
-But sir. What do I
tell them? - The girl asked, who seemed bewildered. -
-I trust you. Come up
with something, we are in the middle of a crisis.
-Well, that seems like
a perfect reason. - The girl smiled, noticing the presence of someone who was
known to her, so she immediately greeted. - Hi Esmeralda, I'm so glad to see
you!
-Hello Jenny - the
alluded one smiled, before the surprised looks of the rest, adding. - A pity
that is in these circumstances.
Before
the astonished look of that girl, it was Nephrite who happened to refer with
his usual refined sarcasm.
-We have an
extraterrestrial invasion that was not programmed. Like your boss, we have all
changed the agenda. And I must say that it is very bad for me. I had other
plans for the weekend.
-Then - the girl who
seemed not to be daunted to hear that said, more when asked. - Do you want me
to cancel all your appointments for today, Mr. Masters?
-This is a good idea
Jenny- I leave it in your capable hands. - The billionaire replied with total
conviction. -
The
girl nodded and after saying goodbye to the group she left, surely to make some
calls to cancel any kind of commitment from her boss. The others waited at
least two hours trying to come up with a plan, until they heard Mimet's little
cry rising euphorically after completing a series of calculations.
-It is done! Mimet has
done it! I´d swear I've said that phrase before - she mused something
thoughtful - but it does not matter.
Everyone
was looking at her anxiously, waiting to see what this strange girl was talking
about.
-And good? What is it
that you have achieved? - Esmeralda asked with an undisguised impatience. -
- I've located the
trail of those warriors. Lornd goes with them, but I've also discovered
something very interesting.
- What? - Beruche
asked. -
- I see, my wife has
detected the trace of a communication to outer space.- Daniel added, consulting
his screen. - It has not been easy but I think we have decrypted their signal.
- They will be
communicating with their base, there they should have Setsuna.- Diamond
conjectured. -
In that Ami also
intervened, had been receiving information from her viewer and commented.
-We have received
reports of a large stationary object in the orbit of ...
However,
she could not finish the sentence, Roy appeared at that moment asking ...
- Landar told me that
you have located your base. Is that right?..
- Juhu handsome boy, it
was me! - Mimet claimed that told him to approach with the others. - You all paid
attention and look here.
Everyone
swarmed around the screen that pointed the girl, even Professor Tomoe, Kaori
and Masters came to see what it was happening.
- Wow Mimet, you've
found a good clue, I congratulate you - Tomoe declared. -
- Thank you doctor- she
smiled with red cheeks. -
The
crazy girl typed something on her console and Daniel proceeded to explain what
it was about by pointing to a scarlet trail.
- As you can see Mimet
has managed to filter the communication waves and make a visible spectrum with
them.
- Yes, but where are
those waves? - Sapphire wanted to know that he was one of the few who
understood all that technical paraphernalia. -
- Those guys must be
pretty close - Ail guessed – that is why the communication arrives so fast.
- It's true - Roy
confirmed - my brother told me it was almost instantaneous. No more than three
seconds.
- What it implies -
Beruche said she seemed to be calculating some memory - that at the speed of
light its range radius must be in ...
- The Moon - completed
Ami who could finally add the rest of what she wanted to have said just when
Roy appeared. - That would agree. Our stations on the hidden side have just
reported that they have detected a large UFO orbiting there.
- Sure - agreed Masters
- our computers have detected the source of emission. Therefore, communication
is almost instantaneous.
- You must go there
immediately - Daniel said to Roy adding confidently - with the instantaneous
translation it will be easy for you.
- It's not that simple,
- he said, explaining. - I must detect a known energy, otherwise I cannot use
it.
- Besides, you could
not stand the conditions of outer space, right? - Cooan told him. -
- That's a problem -
said Tomoe, revealing with greater optimism - but perhaps not insoluble. You
see, we have a space rocket almost ready.
- Yes, we have already
done the tests and it is able to fly - added Sapphire.- Even to Mars.
- Wait a moment,
brother - Diamond interrupted with concern. - It's not that simple, it still
needs some adjustments. It has no ability to return.
- That's no problem –
Roy answered, on the other hand nonchalantly - I know your energy and I can
return from there with Setsuna.
-There is no time to
lose, then - Nephrite, who seemed to have a conversation with someone through a
communicator interjected while asking. - Although the question is. How long
will it take to you to get there?
- With the speed that
that rocket manages to reach, only one day.- Masters answered. - But its
gravitational pull is several gears in the takeoff.
- That is not a problem
for me after spending a season in the Corner of the Soul and Time - Roy said
urging with visible impatience. - Ahead! Prepare it as soon as possible.
- What do we do with
those guys who go with Lornd? – Ail asked -
- Let's try to distract
them if possible. - Tom interjected -
- It would not be a
good idea. - Petz refuted, reminding to her friend. - We would put Roy's brother
in a bind.
- Damn it !, it's true
- he mumbled clenching his fists. -
- Regarding the
authorities, Amanda tells me that several countries have fallen and that the
troops cannot do anything. - Nephrite informed them because it was that girl
with whom he was in communication, who gave him a precise account of the march
of events. –
- Lornd is doing what
is better. He goes with those guys and pretends to obey. At least for now. - Diamond
commented before the rest assent. - We have to buy time too.
- And that means I have
to go and fast. - Roy urged. - Every second counts.-
-We are going with
you.- Sapphire was offered.-
-Yes.- His brother
agreed.- If you have problems ... we will help you.
But
his friend refused, claiming that he would only have a lower chance of being
discovered. So after saying goodbye to the group that wished him luck and
kissed Beruche for a long time. Having done that he enter in the rocket that
could take off after a couple of hours, after the checks and the start of the
countdown.
- We only have to trust
in luck - Kaori reflected aloud, with the assent of the others. -
Meanwhile,
the Gralas warriors continued their triumphant walk on Earth, defeating any army
that tried to oppose them. They had already dominated most of the countries.
Lornd could not hide his displeasure and wished his brother was successful and
managed to find Setsuna. Fortunately he didn´t have to intervene so far.
-LOL! These terrestrials
are really pathetic. they hardly have energy. And their weapons are a joke. -
Luas laughed.-
-Without the group of
warriors and those idiots to protect them, this human race worth nothing.-
Zaedón added and addressing his "ally" he commented sarcastically .-
I am sorry that we have come for you in vain. Surely you would have preferred
something much more exciting.
-You should not
belittle the terrestrials. - Lornd suggested with a neutral tone that he
struggled to maintain. - They could give you some surprise.
-Do they possess any
secret weapons that they have not used so far? - Questioned Luas.-
-Not that I know,
except nuclear missiles.- His interlocutor commented.-
-Bah! - They cannot use
that against us. We are too fast and we would destroy them as soon as we see
them approaching. - The interlocutor mocked, sentencing.- What a primitive and
miserable planet! I do not understand the reason of our Lord's interest.
-I suppose you have had
to offend him a lot, he does not usually take so much trouble for anyone.-
Zaedón declared, addressing the saiyajin now with a more considered tone than
before.-
-It is an honor for me
to have been able to provoke that kind of reaction.- Lornd could now say, being
sincere, at least in part.- So Gralas is upset with me.
-He won´t tolerate
interruptions or insults from you insolent .- Luas who seemed more given to talk, replied .-
So I am very sorry for your planet.
-It's not my planet. -
The saiyan stated categorically, adding with almost careless tint. - I only
care if Sailor Pluto does not suffer damage. For the rest, if Gralas wants this
piece of rock, let him have it.
At
those words his companions looked at each other with surprise. It was Zaedón
who said in a tone that was thoughtful and conciliatory.
-Well, that might
interest our boss. Although, what about your brother and the others?
-If I got him and the
others to stop being a problem. Would Gralas be willing to reach an agreement?
- Lornd wanted to know.-
Once
again the aliens exchanged glances between astonished and reflective.
-That is something that
could be discussed.- Zaedón nodded.- I will contact the master Gralas as soon
as I have the opportunity.
His
interlocutor nodded, crossing his arms. Now he adopted a hieratic and almost
impenetrable posture. That surprised his enemies. On the other hand Pluto woke
up with pain in the temples and almost in the rest of her body. Her left cheek
was swollen, her right eye too. She felt quite weak but that dream had done her
well despite everything.
-I do not know how long
it would have been.- She said to herself still stunned.- If at least I had my
scepter ...
However,
those guys had confiscated it. So she did not know where they could have kept
it. At least she could feel it when she invoked her power, at the moment it was
better not to play that card. As soon as she could gather strength, she got up
to explore her surroundings. She was still locked in her dungeon, trying to
find something to be found. But that room seemed to have no fissures. Pluto
could only go around and pray that they would find her ... so she remembered
another conversation she had with her sovereigns, shortly after separating from
Lornd. The girl had met them at Mamoru's house. Informally, at least
apparently, since the subject was something very serious. While sitting on a
sofa in the living room, she listened attentively to her sovereigns.
-Then Setsuna. Do you
know the extent of what we are asking, is not it? - Mamoru asked.
-Yes ... Majesty.- She
could reply.-
-You do not need to
call me Majesty here. Leave that for the palace label. - He replied more
jovially, but then returned to the seriousness in his expression and added.- We
do not choose you at random. Among all our guardians, only you can be able to
succeed.
-We are jeopardizing a
lot in this.- Usagi observing her in turn with gravity, even with some regret.
Especially when adding - Believe that we would not have asked you if it was not
strictly necessary and fundamental.
-I fully understand the
importance of what is at stake.- The questioned assent.- And I will not lie to
you. At first I felt a sense of anguish for having to give up so much and for
not knowing what I was going to find. But after a few days things have been
much better than I could have imagined.
That
made her interlocutors smile. Usagi put a hand on her partner and friend shoulder
to affirm more relieved.
-You do not know how
happy we are hearing that. Although, even so, you do not ignore that very
difficult moments will come.
- Yes ... - Pluto
mused.-
-And you cannot do
anything to avoid them. It will have to be like that.- Mamoru affirmed.-
-I know. And I am
willing because the welfare of all is above my own. I am here to serve you and
to do what is necessary in order to maintain peace. - The young woman asserted decisively.- Even lying if necessary
... Although I hope that it wasn´t necessary. -She sighed now, looking up at
the ceiling. -
-I hope you do not need
and, most importantly, you hate deception or concealment.- Usagi agreed,
however, nuanced.- But sometimes we are forced to carry out things that we do
not like at all ... all for the higher good ...
Her
listener nodded slowly, now returning from her thoughts sitting on that pallet,
in that cell that kept her prisoner ...
-Well, things are
running.- I thought.- I hope everything goes well ...
For
their part, Usagi and Mamoru were apart from the rest. They exchanged glances
and also observed some of their friends. It was the girl who told her
boyfriend.
-It's still too soon.
We cannot risk our operation on the Hidden Face of the Moon.
-No, they're not ready
yet. - He agreed. - I hope Roy succeeds and can release Setsuna without
discovering that.
-They will be hidden.-
Usagi commented.- We warned them before our friend left. They will not be
announced. Except in case of extreme need.
-We hope that does not
happen. She is not ready. - Mamoru asserted with the accomplice and worried
assent of his partner.- She still has too much to learn.
The
hours passed and even a whole day
passed, at last Roy visualized the Moon. Wearing a space suit, he disembarked
and, using a tracking radar, he located the source of the waves, a large dome.
The boy discovered an access door and vehicles entering. Thanks to his speed he
entered quickly before the big gates were closed. Once he made sure there was
adequate pressure and atmospheres, he took off his suit and hid it. He wandered
around the base posing as another mercenary. He managed to find out where the
dungeons were listening to some conversations, thanks to the translator who
facilitated him in the Masters Corporation, and went there. Meanwhile, Gralas,
sitting on a kind of throne, was listening to one of his lieutenants.
- My lord, the Earth is
already under our control, will we get rid of the human woman and the saiyajin?
-Do not be so
impatient! -The tyrant laughed. - For that purpose I have requested the
presence of the powerful Trihar. To take care of him. But first I will make him
suffer by killing that female in front of his face without being able to avoid
it.
-The powerful Trihar!,
- the officer muttered, turning white at times. - Are you sure master Gralas?
- Leave everything to
me.- He answered with a confident tone to indicate him. - Now go for the
prisoner, it's time to start the fun.
- But if we kill her,
the space warrior will destroy Luas and Zaedón.
-So what? - The tyrant
replied without any trace of concern. - They are replaceable. Come on, go once.
- Yes master - the
minion replied by bowing and then away from there to the prison rooms. -
Just
then Zaedón communicated with his master. Gralas appeared on his screen with
strangeness.
-What happens? Is something
wrong?
-Master Gralas.I would
say that I have some interesting news. – That guy commented.-
-What news are those? –
His boss wanted to know.- Speak!
The
warrior explained that conversation he had with the Saiyajin. At first Gralas
was skeptical but then seemed interested and spoke thoughtfully.
-So he told you that.
Maybe it's not a bad idea after all.
-According to him, if
we forgive his brother and the rest of his friends, the Earth could be ours
without a fight. He only worries them and the warrior Pluto. - His subordinate
told him.-
-Okay, tell him I'll
think about it.- Gralas retorted, who immediately ordered to his envoy.- Now
you must finish conquering that
ridiculous planet. Then we'll see.
Zaedón
bowed just before his image disappeared from the screen. Gralas then sketched
what might look like a cynical smile moving his bulbous head and sentencing.
-What an idiot! He has
believed the lies of that saiyajin. Right away you will see Zaedón what the
reality is. Although if that stupid Lornd thinks he can fool me for a moment,
he's wrong. Soon the powerful Trihar will arrive to settle the score. - And
then he repeated in a louder voice his closest henchmen. - Bring that miserable
human here!
Meanwhile
Roy came to the area of the dungeons, hiding behind some stairs. The place
was very large and he had no idea where Setsuna could be, he could not detect
her aura with his translation technique. So he decided to wait and after half
an hour his patience paid off. A warrior appeared there and called the guards.
- Bring me the
prisoner, Gralas wants me to take her to his presence.
The
guards obeyed and after a few moments reappeared with Setsuna in chains.
-What do you want now?
- she snapped with a hostile tone. -
- It's time for you to
meet with your little friend.- The official laughed. -
Then
Roy came out, with two very quick punches he eliminated the guards while
Gralas' lieutenant was facing him.
- An intruder! - he
shouted - general alarm! ..
- Do not be so loud -
the boy replied by launching a series of blows that hit that guy on the floor
completely out of commission. -
- Roy, thank God! -
Setsuna exclaimed jubilantly. -
- Damned bastards, how
they left you!- He replied, concern about her status.-
-Don't worry about
that, I'm fine.- She was able to say it.-
- It's time to go home
- he said grabbing the girl and disappearing with her concentrating on the
energy of their friends. - Hold on!
They
reappeared on the island of Masters where they were greeted with joy. Roy
destroyed the chains that were imprisoning her and then added with a smile
after giving the girl a bean.
- Now I'll warn my
brother, I'm sure he'll want to know this.
Setsuna
ate it at first hard and then immediately she felt that repairing tingling
feeling as a brand new woman in just a few moments.
-I'm very glad to see
that you're fine.- Usagi smiled giving her a hug.-
-Thank you so much.-
The aforementioned replied.-
Then
the rest of her friends greeted her effusively as well. Roy smiled winking at
Usagi who nodded. Then, without losing a second, he transported himself
concentrating on Lornd's energy. Just appeared next to him saw that he had
connected a large screen. Gralas' minions laughed, obviously they did not know
that Setsuna had been rescued but, as soon as Lornd felt the energy of his
brother and saw him he supposed it. Roy nodded, raising a thumb to confirm it.
Zaedón and Luas also saw him, although evidently oblivious to the new ones he
brought.
-Are you still alive? -
Zaedón screamed in disgust, commanding the king of the saiyajin. - Lornd kill
him.
- I'm afraid you're not
going to be able to give me more orders, you scum. I'm very sorry for you - the warrior said making his knuckles creak
with delight. -
-But what are you
saying? You were talking about making a deal a moment ago. - Luas was
surprised. -
-I'm afraid I'm not
interested anymore.- The saiyajin smiled perfidiously. - The conditions have
changed.
-Will you leave me one
of them? - Roy asked in a funny tone. -
- No, not this time.
They are mine, all mine! - Lornd snorted that in a fraction of a second, he disintegrated
Luas using a discharge of energy. -
-What you have done you
fool? - Zaedón shouted alarmed to threaten each time with greater expression of
terror. - Your female will die.
- I do not believe it.
- Roy crooned, crossed his arms. -
-Now I'll settle the
score with you! - Lornd thundered, attacking that alien who could not react
when the saiyajin drew his sword and divided him into several pieces that
disintegrated with a powerful bolt of energy to rivet with pleasure. - See you
bastard!
The
image of Gralas that had witnessed all that happened called them from the
screen. Although he did not seem at all worried, not even annoyed when he
commented.
- All right, I knew you
were a liar, saiyajin. Like all of your miserable race.
- I had to say
something to buy time with your henchmen. - The aforementioned replied with a
smile of triumph, more to add. - Now it is going to be your turn to be
suppressed.
However,
his interlocutor watched him with a sinister look in those little eyes. He
seemed to rejoice to hear that and replied amused and sarcastic.
-It has been a good
show, it will serve you as a warm-up to face my next envoy.
- Now that Setsuna is
free you can send me all the clowns you want. I will do the same to them and
when I put your hands on your filthy body it will not be so funny to you –
Lornd threatened him. -
- Well, do not be so
selfish, leave some to others - Roy asked with amused mockery. -
- Laugh now that you
can, soon you will lose the desire of it – Gralas replied without altering his
cruel and cynical face. -
-Oh really?- Lornd answered defiantly as he assured. -
You'll see how we laugh when I crush you with my own hands while you beg me for
mercy.
- I do not think so -
the tyrant refuted that revealed him not without satisfaction - you will not
have it so easy because before you will have to face Trihar.
-Trihar? - Lornd
repeated, turning pale, which surprised his brother. - You cannot be serious.
- You're not so sure of
yourself now, right? – Gralas mocked. - We'll see if you can beat him, which I
doubt very much.
-Who is that Trihar? -
Roy asked, who was confused by the face of fear that his brother exhibited now.
-
- He is one of the most
powerful warriors in the galaxy.- Lornd answered. - His strength, as I've
heard, is prodigious, and not even with my third level of super warrior I'm
sure I can beat him.
-But what are you
saying? – His brother smiled incredulously. - That cannot be. Besides, the
others and I are here.
-That's! - Mocked
Gralas – You better prepare for the show. Trihar will arrive within two Earth
days. So take advantage to say goodbye to your friends and your miserable
world, I do not think that after his passage there were anything on this planet still
standing. Hahaha!
- Shut up, you fucking
nasty bug! - Roy snapped destroying the screen with lightning. – End of
transmission, jerk. – he riveted ironically. -
- If you want to help
me in any way, you will have to train in the Corner of Soul and Time with me, -
Lornd suggested him - so that you reach the third level and you can learn a new
fighting technique.
- There's no time to
waste, - his brother replied. - I will tell others, the more we are better, if
that guy is as hard as you say. But I do not think it's that bad.
- Oh, he really is. You
do not know his reputation. - Lornd asserted. -
His
companion gave him a restless look. If his brother said that certainly would not
be for less. The king of the saiyajin did not fear anything easily. So they
came back quickly to tell the others what happened. The first thing was that
everyone was glad to know that the attack on Earth had been repelled and that
Setsuna was free and safe. Lornd gave him a meaningful hug that made the rest
look the other way amused and somewhat embarrassed. However, upon hearing the
news of that formidable warrior that sent Gralas, concern spread again among
them.
- So that Trihar is
really such an strong being? - Diamond asked, taking one hand to his chin. -
- According to my
brother, yes, he is – Roy replied, adding decisively. - That's why we're going
to train hard. So come with us, all the help can be little.
- Okay, to the training
room, right? - Nephrite supposed. -
- We could not train
enough outside, there are only two days left until that monster arrives. -
Lornd reminded them. -
- Be very careful –
Petz asked them - those guys do not go around with jokes.
- And call us when you
finish – Esmeralda added. -
Everyone
agreed to it and between Roy and Lornd they were transported to Heaven, there
they asked permission to use the place. Landar appeared and authorized them, although
not for a whole day.
- You have little time
left to use - he reminded them. - And I think that with only three hours you
will have more than enough.
- Are not the masters
Son Goku, or Piccolo, around here? - Diamond wanted to know.-
-No, very much I fear
that their own commitments claim them.- The magician retorted.-
-Whatever it is, we
will have to make do without them.- Nephrite affirmed.-
-Yes, and time is
running out.- Ail reminded them.-
- I agree - Lornd nodded.
- Come on guys, we have work - he told them
opening the door of the room. -
So
they trained hard and the king of the saiyajin taught them the technique he
said he had learned in his last trips. Exhausted, they left at three o'clock,
which for them had been a month and a half.
-Now what do we do? -
Sapphire asked. -
- We will take a
well-deserved rest.- Ail replied affirming convinced - we have already trained
a lot.
- So we have a free
day. - Roy declared fully in agreement with that idea to propose. - Let's call
our women.
The
idea was received with general approval and enthusiasm. Although returning a
little to the next fight Diamond commented with visible confidence.
- That technique is
impressive, I'm convinced that you'll beat that guy without anybody's help.
- I hope so, - Lornd
replied. - Now let's go back.
They
returned to Masters Island since the girls had not moved from there. They were
received with curiosity to know the type of technique they had been learning,
but, for the boys and after a month and a half without seeing them, they only
told one thing.
- Let's go to bed and
then I'll explain it to you! - It was the anxious general tone. –
And
the girls agreed to it, with satisfaction, wishing that their partners would
train on more occasions. So that day went by and the next, none left the
island, since it was the headquarters of operations. Much more relaxed after
spending time with their fellow sentimental, they reviewed the technique to get
everything to go perfectly. They went to bed, (this time to sleep) with the
conviction that this would be the case. And they woke up awakened by Daniel and
Mimet who reported a great point of energy that was approaching the Earth with
great speed.
- It will be here in
about five minutes – Daniel advised, adding impressed. - It has an incredible
speed!
- We already have
on-screen visualization- his partner intervened after that time. -
On the large central
monitor, the cameras picked up a powerful alien levitating high above them that
Lornd recognized as Trihar. Cobalt in color, with six arms and a large size, he
had a humanoid face that seemed sculpted in edges and his oblique and yellow
eyes reflected a great cruelty. He seemed to communicate with someone with a
kind of transmitter that he carried in his head.
- Well- Trihar said
with a voice similar to a reverberating buzz. - Where are those insects that I
have to tear apart? I hope these pathetic creatures will last me long enough to
have some fun. I would not like to have wasted my time on this long trip at
all.
- Do not worry, I
assure you – it was the answer of Gralas, obviously pleased by the wishes of
his ally for what he added. - Then you will free to destroy this planet if you
are willing to do so.
- Of course I am free
to do what I want -His interlocutor replied sharply. -Remember that I'm not at
your service. I have only agreed to come to this miserable world because you
promised me an interesting fight. Someone capable of measuring with me.
- And you'll have it,
you'll have it – Gralas agreed very conciliatorily realizing his previous slip.
- I have not lied to you, you can check it when they appear, if they dare, of
course.
- They must have run
away knowing I would come, - the alien boasted - you should not tell them who
it was, my reputation is well known throughout the galaxy.
Nevertheless,
the brothers who, along with the others, had heard the words of Trihar, were
transported near him.
- That's what you think
- Lornd said, assuring him- we will face you and we will defeat you.
-Wow! - The alien
exclaimed, looking at them amused to spit with disdain. - You will not tell me
they're just two miserable saiyajin. And this is what you call an interesting
fight, Gralas?
He did not get a
response from his interlocutor, but from Roy.
- You do not know who
we are, you idiot. But we're going to prove it to you immediately. -And having
said that he became a third-level super warrior, and Lornd seconded him. - In
addition we are two against one.- He added quite confidently. -
- We can fight
separately- Lornd proposed. - So you can see that we are righteous.
- LOL! That has been
funny - Trihar answered sentencing with sufficiency. - Not a hundred of you
together would make me ticklish. I will show you.
He
appeared and reappeared next to them beating them in an instant. Both Roy and
Lornd fell from a great height until they were able to recover. They returned
to their adversary, attacking him with a rain of blows. But Trihar stopped them
and dodged without apparent difficulty. From the communications center of the
island, the combat was followed by others. Diamond meanwhile commented to the
warriors in which the training had been.
- Lornd showed us a
technique called fusion. He learned it from his saiyajin ancestors in Heaven.
-What is this technique
about? - Ami was interested. -
- It is about two
people join in one that has much more strength than the simple sum of both – Diamond
explained. -
-That's great! - Usagi
exclaimed, but then she objected, - but I do not see that they have tried it
yet.
- They have to be
careful. - Nephrite clarified - the energies of those that merge must equal, so
their potential forces should be as similar as possible. Also, you can only be
like this for half an hour. Then it takes another half to do it again.
- Yes, first they
wanted to see if they were able to defeat that monster separately, you know how
proud the saiyajin are. If they can do it in a conventional way they want an
interesting fight before an easy victory – Ail added . -
- Well, they should
stop thinking about that nonsense. More when the fate of the Earth is at stake.
- An annoyed Bertie declared crossing her arms to add.- I'll talk to Roy about
the priorities when they beat that bug.
- It's useless! -
Setsuna sighed with resignation. - Space warriors are like that.
- But I am afraid that
in this case it is not that they win easily or difficultly. It's just that
they're not making it, - A worried Tom commented as everyone followed the
battle for the screen. -
- We will go - Sapphire
intervened - we will help them to defeat him.
- We will also like to
intervene – Uranus added. -
- It is not an enemy
that you can face. I do not want to offend you but you are not up to it.- Diamond
told her to point out even with concern. - Look how Roy and Lornd are fighting,
at their maximum level and they are not able to dominate him between the two of
them together.
-Damn it! - Haruka
spat, clenching her fists. -
But
even if she did not like it, she had to admit that Diamond's words were true.
The same as her companions who, astonished, witnessed this fight of colossal
proportions. The auras of the contenders clashed as well as their punches and
kicks. The Super Saiyajin were fighting with all the strength and dexterity
they possessed, even though their adversary stood firm without losing ground.
- The best thing is
that we are going to take refuge in a safe place.- Ail intervened when he saw
that. -
- Because of the power
that monster has, I do not think that place exists.- Sapphire objected. -
- You're right,
sweetheart - Petz nodded grabbing an arm of his boyfriend. -
In
the heights the fight continued but neither Roy nor Lornd managed to overcome
the terrible Trihar. Despite fighting both at once against him. He was
bombarded with energy beams whose shock wave hit the ground, causing the island
to wobble and forcing everyone to hold on to where they could not fall. But as
soon as the explosion dissipated, his enemy remained unharmed, laughing mockingly
as the two super warriors gasped with the effort.
-And that's all you
have? Do not you know how to do anything else? - the alien snapped with
contempt. -
And
without his rivals could almost react, hit Roy so fast and strong that he threw
him to the ground. This stopped being a super warrior being unconscious.
- Have you seen that! -
Diamond exclaimed from the island urging the others - we have to go and help
them, now!
All
came out immediately to help Roy.
Beruche was very worried, but Tom reassured her. As soon as they arrived with
their friend, they revived him and gave him a bean that recovered the boy
immediately.
- We have it very
badly. He is too strong for us - he informed them with an uneasy gesture rising
from the ground still staggering - it will be necessary to try the fusion.
Meanwhile
in Heaven Landar continued to see the fight with uneasiness. At his side two
old acquaintances commented that.
- Those idiots. They
are being defeated by a petty bug! – The shorter one of them snapped, with dark
hair raised in tip.-
-Don't be like that,
Vegeta. That guy is strong. - his partner, of similar hair and more stature,
rebuked.-
-Do not be ridiculous,
Kakaroto! Any of us would end that ass in a second. Even my son Trunks and your
son Goten when they were little could have beat him. – Vegeta sentenced
crossing his arms to add with dyes of disappointment .- And those two are our
descendants and the princes of the saiyajin now? ...
- Give them time. They
have to progress. - His patient friend insisted.-
-I would sweep that bug
just with one strike.- Vegeta insisted.-
-You know very well
that your time is over. At least in that universe. - Landar reminded them. -
-It is true. We cannot
intervene directly, but calmly. We teach them the fusion very well ... and the
odd thing that we have been perfecting.- Goku affirmed faithful to his
optimistic personality.-
His
irritated interlocutor shook his head, though he continued to watch that fight
imperturbably. Things were not going too well. Lornd, on the other hand,
attacked the alien without making a scar on him. Trihar, however, had fun hitting him with his six arms
at pleasure, until he sent him to the ground after giving him a hard
punishment. The king of the saiyajin could resist to ask for a bean, as soon as
it was given and recovered, Diamond declared.
- Now we have to attack.
- Do not even think
about it, it's not an enemy that you can face. - Lornd stopped him. -
- Damn! the Prince of
Nemesis replied, annoyed. - How can we not fight against him?
- I'm afraid you're
right, brother. If Roy and Lornd have not been able to handle him, we have no
chance. - Sapphire had to admit, with the assent of the others. -
-How do you feel now? -
Haruka asked with a marked tinkle adding more seriously. - Now you will
understand what we feel when you tell us that we cannot intervene.
- Yes, I owned you
that. - Diamond smiled admitting it with sportsmanship. - You're right I'm
sorry.
- No harm done - the
sailor smiled in turn. -
- But we can also merge
- Nephrite interjected. -
- Wait for us to do it.
If we failed, you would be the only hope. - Roy said and added addressing to
his brother. - Ready Lornd?
He
nodded, so the two of them stood a couple of meters away and proceeded to
perform strange dance-like steps, eventually leaning to one side until they
joined their fingers while shouting at the same time.
-Fusion!
There
was a golden-white glow that momentarily blinded everyone. When they recovered
their vision, before them stood a single individual, turned into a level three
super-warrior. It was vaguely similar to both.
-Oh dear! - exclaimed
the astonished Beruche - I cannot distinguish which of the two is ...
-Who are you? - Setsuna
asked with the same gesture of surprise. -
- My name is Loroy.- The
warrior answered with a strange resonant voice to affirm almost by way of
boasting. - And I am the most powerful warrior in the galaxy.
In
order to endorse his words in an instant he rose to the position of Trihar who
had been watching the scene with curiosity. Loroy gave him a powerful blow that
threw his enemy against a distant mountain which was disintegrated with the
impact.
- Now he is going to
crush him! - Ail exclaimed raising a fist affirming. - His strength is
incredible. We will not need to intervene.
- On the one hand it is
a pity- Nephrite sighed adding with his unmistakable ironic touch. - So much
training for nothing and I had an appointment with my financial advisor and I
canceled it in order to go to time and soul corner ...
But
things were not even decided. His enemy recovered quite quickly and
counterattacked by hitting Loroy who again went to the ground, although this
time he slowed down in the landing, doing it well. The alien descended only a
few tens of meters above him.
-It seems you know how
to fight better now! - Trihar exclaimed, sketching what looked like a smile,
because he had no teeth, sentencing later - but it will not do you any good.
- Well, maybe I am only
the second best fighter in the galaxy - Loroy replied with a shrug, leaving his
friends petrified. -
- But what are you saying
shi...! - Diamond shouted, struggling, despite the tenseness of the moment, for
being politically correct and not ending that word. - What can we do?
Loroy rose again while
responding smiling.
- It was a joke, now
I'm going to fight seriously.
The ones below breathed
a sigh of relief.
- Thank goodness –
Minako said, adding – He scared me!
- Yes, I saw it too bad
- Rei confessed. -
- Yes, because if he cannot
do it... - Makoto added snorting uneasily. -
- Yes, imagine what
could we do. – Usagi ended that sentence with her gesture showing also concern.
-
Sailor
Moon looked towards the sky as if in this way she wanted to give something to
understand. In the heights, Landar nodded slowly, muttering.
- Be patient Serenity
... they should make it.
Loroy
returned to the charge and attacked his adversary. They both engaged in a
spiral of increasingly violent blows in which the fusion of the saiyajin seemed
to have an advantage.
- It's great, I'm sure
Loroy will win! - Rei exclaimed, and adding more slowly and with some
annoyance. - I feel a little useless, I have not had the opportunity to locate
Setsuna nor will I have to fight.
- Well girl, I'm glad.
Better leave that bug to the merger of Lornd and Roy - Usagi said sighing with
relief. -
- That's because you're
a cowardice - her partner smiled with clear bad intention. -
-But what did you say?
- Her interlocutor replied saying. - I can face whoever.
- Ha, ha I doubt it
...- Sailor Mars answered ironically. -
-Do you want me to hit you
in the nose so you can check it? - Usagi asked, pecking at times. -
- That's what I'd like
to see, - Her fellow sailor answered, displaying out her tongue. -
- You're asking for it Rei
- Sailor Moon threatened turning red
with anger. -
- Okay, Ami said,
placing herself between them and admonishing them. - You should be ashamed, the
only fight that should worry us is up there.
So
she pointed to the sky and everyone stared at the fate of the battle, which
calmed the spirits between Usagi and Rei that from looking the other way they
embarrassed and became astonished by the force of the blows between both
contenders. In the meantime, Loroy had hurt Trihar by sending him a kind of
indigo fluid similar to blood. The alien, far from his initial condescension,
was now very angry.
-Did you dare to hurt
me damn insect? ...- He shouted out of his mind - Now you're going to see!
-What's wrong? - Loroy
mocked, paraphrasing his rival now. -Are you tired? Or do you not know how to
do anything else?
- Now I will show you
what I am capable of! - his enemy thundered increasing his power sensibly. -
You have forced me to transform, it is something that bothers me but once I do
you will regret it.
-Transform yourself? -
Loroy asked in astonishment. -
By
all answer his enemy emitted a great bright indigo light. Wrapped in an aura of
that tone, Trihar pulled out two more arms and a pair of horns on his head,
while the color of his body became light beige.
- Now, I'll finish with
you and those insects down there.- He sentenced with clear intention to fulfill
his threat. -
And
materialized a huge energy ball that launched against the planet before the faces
of horror of all. Loroy reacted quickly by concentrating his strength ...
-Kamehamehaaa- He screamed
attacking that sphere that he managed to push away from the planet.-
After
a few seconds that burst, illuminating the sky completely. The group had to cover
their eyes. The astonished Ami immediately made some preliminary calculations,
aided by Daniel and Mimet.
-The explosion has
taken place at a distance of more than two million kilometers. Even so, the
radiance has been blinding.- The sailor said.- Judging by the amount of energy,
that could have destroyed the Earth several times.
-Yes, that ball and the
energy wave of Loroy were more powerful than all the nuclear arsenal of our
planet multiplied by ten thousand.- A perplexed Mimet added.-
A
cold sweat ran through the bodies of all the listeners. Setsuna herself now
gauged to what extent her task was vital, not only for Earth but perhaps for
the entire Galaxy. Her sovereigns had not exaggerated in the least.
-And all of this has happened
partly because of me.- She thought.- He was willing to do anything for me ...
Meanwhile
the alien attacked Loroy with a rain of punches that he suffered. Trihar was
now much faster and more powerful than before. The merger of the warriors,
seriously wounded, had to land on the ground, while the others were ready to
intervene.
- Look! - Sapphire
exclaimed between astonished and horrified. – That monster has become even
stronger.
- Eh Loroy take this –
Tom shouted throwing a bean that Loroy took and he ate at once, but it did not
seem to help much. -
-Why does not it take
effect? - Ail asked as surprised as the rest. -
- Apparently the effect
of the beans is proportional- Nephrite answered insightfully. - Now there are
two people in one. And they need a lot more energy to recover.
-Just for a short time,
- Diamond said, consulting his watch with visible concern - they only have ten
minutes left to keep merge. What are we going to do if the deadline passes and
they have not managed to beat that monster?
- Then we will have it
very bad- Ail responded with a marked pessimistic tone. -
- Let's merge ourselves
- Sapphire proposed. - We are not as powerful as them but if we fight by their
side we will achieve anything.
The
others agreed with the idea and proceeded to merge. Nephrite with Diamond and
Ail with Sapphire. They formed two warriors named respectively Zafil and
Diaphrite, the girls looked at them incredulous.
- Wow, now we cannot
love them separately.- Emerald could say. -
- It is true - Petz
smiled maliciously to propose – we will have to share them.
- Well, as their vigor
increases, I think they could give us a lot of satisfaction, right? Amanda? - Emerald
asked funny girl who had just arrived from Europe. -
- Well, - smiled
timidly the questioned added astonished - the truth is that I do not go
threesomes. Although, if they were two men separately ... .- She finished with
tone between sweet and mocking. – Maybe I would think twice.
- But come on, how can
you talk about that now? - Bertie reproached them watching them astonished. -
At a time like this and you to devote this moment to think about those things.
They
all agreed on that not without some embarrassment, with a great deal of sweat
beading their heads.
-You're right. I'm
sorry.- The journalist apologized.-
-It is for easing the
tension.- Emerald added also feeling embarrassed.-
-We hope our boys will
be luckier.- Petz sighed.-
Meanwhile,
the two warriors rose up attacking at the same time, but it was useless. Trihar
hit Zafil separating them from the force of the impact. But since they had
merged only for a few moments they could do it again right away. Diaprhite came
down to their aid while the merged saiyan tried to contain Trihar with little
success.
- I will not hold much
more! - Loroy shouted harshly punished by his enemy. -You have to help me.
- This will not help
us, we must take the next step – Zafil said. -
- Try the polyfusion?
.. - Diaprhite asked alleging - it will last less and it will take a few
minutes but it is the only solution we have.
They
both nodded and concentrated, when they raised their forces in unison they
shouted.
-Fusion!....
Everyone was impressed.
Tom said stunned.
- Now the four have
joined!
- I do not understand
anything - Usagi muttered with pinpoint eyes. -
- It is very clear
foolish, now the four form a single warrior - Rei replied. -
- But that will make
their union time decrease exponentially. - Ami deduced - their molecular structure
will become more unstable. - As she realized that everyone was looking at her,
surprised by her words, she replied in a more colloquial way. - I mean, they'll
spend less time together.
- Well, I do not know
about the others, but Loroy's time is over. - Mamoru pointed alarmed. -
Indeed,
the time ended and suddenly that fabulous warrior separated into his two
original components. Trihar laughed sentencing.
- Now you will not last
me even two seconds, this fight has lost all interest!
So
he was ready to kill them when he suffered a blow from the new warrior
Diazafitel. That by throwing the alien several hundred meters away he bombarded
him with powerful rays of energy.
- If we had one more
hour we would finish him - Lornd retorted trying to recover from the exhaustion
that the merger had caused. -
But
Trihar had come out of the cloud of explosions caused by the rays of
Diazafitel. And he answered Lornd in a mocking tone.
- Look what you say
imbecile, fear makes you delirious! But I'd like you to give me a more
interesting fight. - As he finished saying the phrase, he started to beat
Diazafitel, who, despite having a very high power, could hardly defend himself.-
The
fusion time was also very short, as Ami had predicted and in the middle of the
fight it was divided into two Diaprhite and Zafil
- Oh no! - Tom
exclaimed with the same alarmed gesture of the rest. -
Although it was Trihar
who seemed to have fun commenting.
-You have not put up
with much to say, ha, ha, ha, ha!
So
he grabbed both of them with two of their arms and slammed them to the ground.
Leaving them out of action.
- This is already
finished ... do not you have more tricks in the sleeve so I can have fun? – The
alien laughed sighing tiredly. - The truth is that at least I have had to do
something. It was ten thousand Earth years ago that I was not forced to
transform myself.
And
as the alien released his tirade, from below Mimet had thought about helping
her friends. She could not think of anything else but to get hold of a portable
rocket launcher and target Trihar by firing a projectile. It crashed into the
alien who did not seem to notice it. But the smoke from the explosion covered
him completely and the girl shrieked with leaps of joy and making a V with the
fingers of her right hand.
-Mimet has done it,
Mimet has done it! – She shouted euphoric - I've got it again!
But
as soon as the smoke dissipated, Trihar remained suspended in the air without
accusing the impact at all. The girl seeing him again and snuggled up after Sailor
Jupiter.
- Oh dear, how tough that
guy is! - She muttered in a voice choked with fear. -
- Get out of there
Mimet!- Makoto asked almost more stiff than scared. - e's going to see us.
But Trihar ignored the
humans who looked at him from the ground.
-What were we talking
about before they interrupted us? ...- there was a dense silence and the alien
responded to himself. - I remember, - he said to Lornd and added even with a
voice that seemed cordial. - Did you say you needed an hour? Well, I'll wait a
terrestrial hour to see the pathetic intent you want to prepare against me and
then I'll kill you all. Hahaha! - And having said that, it rose in the air,
losing himself into the clouds. -
- It seems fair to me -
Lornd smiled telling his companions - at least he has left us time to prepare.
- Well, let's hurry,
added Roy. - You have to wake those up.
They
went to the two fused warriors who were still senseless, as soon as they were
revived they waited twenty minutes for the fusion of both to end. After the
time they had to wait another half hour to move on to the next phase of the
plan. Taking advantage of those minutes, Lornd explained his idea to everyone.
- It's not going to be
easy, - the saiyan warned - it's about making a fusion of all the warriors. We
would achieve a warrior of incredible strength and we could defeat him.
- But the bad thing is
that the fusion time will be very short - Diamond objected. - We are too many
and if we fail ...
Everyone
nodded gravely, it was very clear that they would not have another chance. They
would play everything to a single card.
- That will be better
than fighting separately and that is the only thing we have - Roy replied. - So
at least there will be an opportunity to beat him.
-And what if I
manipulate the Space Time ?, maybe I could give you a little more time- Setsuna
proposed . -
- That would be great! –
Michiru exclaimed.-
- Yes, you could give
them an advantage, but you could die. - Haruka commented with concern.-
That
made everything look at Setsuna with fear. Lornd even said taking her by the
shoulders.
-Do not ever think in doing that! We will find a way to
beat him.
-Look.- Pluto serenely
replied.- If I must sacrifice myself for this whole planet and you, so be it.
I'm a warrior. It is my duty. - Although seeing the worried face of her
interlocutor immediately smiled and said qualifying that. - Besides, if I stop
the time only a few moments I will not be in danger. I have broken that taboo
before. The bad thing is that it will only be a few seconds. I do not know if
that would be enough for you.
- Any help in this
battle will suit us, no matter how small it could be. You have great power. But
better reserve that possibility in case we needed it. As a last resort. - The
king of the saiyajin prudently suggested. -
- We have little time
left, can you really do it? - Minako asked, visibly nervous as were the rest. -
- Yes, do not worry. - Sapphire
reassured her. -
- We will entertain him
if necessary- Makoto courageously offered herself. -
- Yes, if there is no
other way - Minako sighed, putting on the tie that held her long blond hair. -
- I hope that it
wouldn´t be necessary - Rei mused visibly distressed. -
- Now I do agree with
you - Usagi whispered to her friend, not as convinced as in her previous
statement. -
And
she looked up again. Now the magician sighed commenting in a quiet voice ...
- Things are getting
difficult down there ... I hope everything goes well ...
-Do you not know what
will happen? - Son Goku inquired, affirming surprised.- You always seem so calm
that I thought everything was controlled.
-Not friend, at least there
are not control on my part. - The old man replied enigmatically.-
Meanwhile,
Roy and Lornd on one side and the others on the other set out to merge. Formed
Loroy and Diazafitel both joined in the final fusion, forming a warrior of
impressive appearance. He was very powerful, and his energy impressive.
-What's your name?"
-The astonished Beruche asked, thinking of a long and unpronounceable name. -
All
speculated with the possible name that the warrior would have, each of them
more strange and long. They were interrupted by the warrior who said in a voice
that seemed to bounce in an endless echo.
- Fusion. To unite the
names of all that form me would be very complicated. So I'll call myself only
Fusion. Now I must go to fight because my time ends very soon.
And without further
delay he rose into the air and emitted a powerful gale of energy, Trihar was
attracted to it.
- You still have a few
minutes left - the alien said and asked jokingly. - Do not you want to live a
little longer?
-I'm not worried about
that, I'm going to beat you right now, - his interlocutor replied, hitting
Trihar who accused the blow by bending by the force of the impact. -
Fusion
finished him off with several rays of enormous energetic power that left Trihar
badly wounded. His enemy counterattacked violently beating his rival who was
also affected. A very level fight of blows began. Trihar moved away and his
energy increased again growing in size. His arms were only reduced to two but
his body was covered with spikes.
- Now I am at my
maximum level of strength! - the alien exclaimed - I will annihilate you! – He
thundered and grabbing Fusion he tried to crush him in his arms against his
spiny body. - It's useless to resist, I'm going to crush you!
Fusion resorted to all
his energies to get loose. He shouted to his companions.
- You must attack him
with all your strength and all at once. Setsuna, prepare a temporary break,
there's no other way out! ...
All
the warriors and the Justicieras with the others concentrated, the time of
Fusion was running out.
- Now I will reduce you
to molecules! – Trihar exclaimed.-
The
monster hit his enemy several times, knocking him to the ground. This one rose
quickly throwing a powerful jet of energy against his rival. Trihar was blinded
and was pushed against a wall of rocks.
-I'm not going to let
you beat me! - the alien howled. -
- Setsuna, now! -
Fusion shouted. -
-Stop time, I invoke
you! - She ordered her turn aloud, waving her scepter. -
And
the time stopped, only Fusion could move and the companions of the Pluto
Warrior seemed to make a great effort. The fused poly warrior took the
opportunity to concentrate all his energies on a final attack. Time ran again
and Setsuna joined the warriors to Tom, Mamoru and the girls who threw all
their energies against the alien. Fusion did the same and the two rays
converged on their enemy as the group watched them with expressions between
supplicants and hopeful.
- It has to be the
final blow! - Michiru exclaimed. -
-Let's go, mates !,
with everything we have. - They were encouraged by Makoto using all their
energy to launch their attack. -
-It's now or never. -
Mars asserted after doing the same. -
-We have given all our
power. - Mercury affirmed that she was consulting the measurement of it in her
scanner. -
-All to just one card.
- Venus declared that she was also panting from the effort. -
-We will make it. -
Uranus said exhausted too, like the rest. -
-Don't doubt it.-
Saturn said.-
-Of course! - Usagi
agreed to hold on to Mamoru who was not much better either. -
-For the future of this
world, we better not fail. - Emerald affirmed.-
-We will not fail- A
convinced Cooan retorted.-
-well said little
sister. - Petz supported her.-
-Well, we have to get it.-
Bertie wished interlacing her hands as if praying.-
There
was then a powerful explosion that threw Trihar into space while he was screaming
madly when he saw that he was crumbling. He had been defeated! When he wanted
to react to return the attack, he exploded. The tremendous shockwave threw
everyone against the ground. There was enormous chaos that brought down some
surrounding hills crushing under the rocks to the sum of all the warriors. At
that time the time of Fusion was exhausted. The rest in the meantime got up
trying to recover barely. After taking some beans. The one that most accused
the exhaustion was the own Setsuna that was immediately helped by her
companions.
-Do you feel well? -
Haruka wanted to know with obvious concern in the face.-
Her
friend nodded, with a slight smile. Then it was Usagi who approached, with a
more serious gesture of her usual.
-It has been a
commendable effort. But do not repeat it again. - She whispered with concern,
to sentence. - There is a lot at stake and depends largely on you.
-I won´t.- Setsuna was
able to mutter.- I will not do it again...
-What's the matter,
what are you talking about? - Haruka inquired without understanding.-
-Oh, you're welcome! –
Sailor Moon exclaimed, recovering a more casual tone. - We'll have to go
through the hairdresser. Our hair has been horrible with so much dust.
Uranus
just shrugged. Together with Neptune and Saturn, they helped their friend and
companion to their feet. Although they immediately noticed the chaos of rubble
and crushed stones.
-Where are they? - Petz
wanted to know looking in all directions.-
-I do not see
anything.- An also worried Bertie added.-
-They must have been
buried by all that.- Cooan said with palpable fear.-
-We'll find them even
if we have to push away each stone with our hands.- Tom affirmed determined to
do it.-
And
it was then that Daniel and Mimet appeared with two sonars ... the blonde girl commented
before the disbelief of the rest.
-With this we will
detect them immediately ...
Fortunately,
it was not necessary. Some of those stones began to fly away and little by
little the boys were emerging ... They were exhausted, they could not even
move, lying on the ground the boys could only sigh relieved.
-We've got it! - Roy
cried despite everything, his voice choked with fatigue. -
- The difficult thing
now it will be to get up - Sapphire muttered. -
- I do not have the
strength to breathe. - The Lady of Fire could barely muster. -
- Nor I have - the Lady
of the Wind, agreed. -
- We did it - the Lady
of the Ray smiled, also lying on the ground, almost unable to move. -
- Once again - the Lady
of the Ice said, as exhausted as the rest. -
- Let us write them
down in the account – An smiled weakly Nephrite, who like the rest, was lying
on the floor with arms and legs extended, declared with his typical irony.-
The
sailors were not much better and the boys, who had starred in this intricate
merger, with Tom and Mamoru were exhausted. Only Daniel and Mimet remained cool
yet. She came dancing and humming with a full bag.
- Beans, delicious
beans! - the girl was singing, shaking the bag like a popcorn seller in a movie
theater asking, who wants a bean?
- Give me one and be
quiet now! - Lornd asked dryly, he was not for jokes. -
- You'd have to be a
little nicer, big guy.- Mimet replied, twisting his nose. - But well ... - she
added with a mischievous smile.- This time you have earned it.
And
that said she put one in the mouth of the saiyan who chewed it recovering
almost immediately. He took another one to recover completely. Daniel on the
other hand, had been giving beans to almost everyone and Mimet distributed to
those who were missing. Then she also put one of those songs that she and his
partner listened to at work. When everyone was finally recovered, the shouts
and cheers began.
-Finally we have
finished with him! - Tom sentenced exultantly. -
-Yes, and you have good
taste for music. And this song comes to us beautifully. – A funny Roy commented.
Besides, he was next to his friend of Kansas and began to sing accompanying the
lyrics.- Alive and kicking ...
You have turned me on,
you have woken me up
And like the sweetest
cup, I want to share it with you
You woke me up, do not
ever leave me, I'm here with you
Now it's all or nothing
because you say that
you will follow me
You follow me, and I follow
you.
And
while the recoveries were extended and the boys hugged their respective couples
they listened to that song with increasing good mood ...
What would they do if
things go wrong?
What would you do if
you go sinking?
What would they do if
love wakes up?
What would you do when
the flames consume you?
Who will correct the
situation?
What would you do to
make the illusion of life survive?
Who will bring calm to
my storm?
Who will save you?
Alive and kicking.
In
the end, all the boys of the Corner, together with Tom, put their arms behind
their shoulders and danced, alternately raising one leg and the other.
Stay close to love,
alive and passionate
Stay close to love,
your true love, I live
You take me to the top
and you made me see,
You woke me up, the
feelings come
And the lights go on
But it is hard to
believe
As if something so
wonderful could not last
You take me to the home
of magic
And there we will be
together the two.
The
girls laughed as Usagi looked at Heaven once more, but now with a relieved and
smiling expression on her face...
- This time was for
little, friend. But now it's time to celebrate. - She thought reflecting
funny.- And Daniel and Mimet could not have been more successful with this song
...
What would they do if things
go wrong?
What would you do if
you go sinking?
What would they do if
love wakes up?
What would you do when
the flames consume you?
Who will correct the
situation?
What would you do to
make the illusion of life survive?
Who will bring calm to
my storm?
Do not say goodbye
Do not say goodbye
In the last moments,
who will save you?
Oh, alive and kicking
Stay close to love,
your true love, alive and kicking
Oh, alive and kicking
Stay close to love,
your true love, alive and kicking
(Alive and Kicking,
Simple Minds, Credit to the author)
At
the end of the song everyone melted into an embrace and clasped their hands,
then met with their respective partners. However, there was one that did not
join the celebration. The king of the Saiyajin remained static looking towards
the Sky, but with a gesture of frustration.
-Let's go, - Mamoru
wanted to encourage him.- Everything went well. The threat has been destroyed.
Once again, thanks among others to you ...
- I have not finished
yet, I must adjust the score with that damn Gralas. I'm going to crush him with
my own hands!
- I seriously doubt you
can find him now - Roy said when they finished that impromptu celebration. - He
must have left. That guy will be a disgusting tyrant but he's not stupid. Let
it be for this time and celebrate the victory with us, brother.
Indeed,
as soon as Gralas heard through his transmitter that Trihar was defeated, he
ordered his soldiers to set course for outer space. Swearing he would take
revenge, he quickly left the solar system. Inside his ship, however, he entered
his private room. There he commented with an unprecedented tone full of sorrow
and humility in him, as if addressing someone.
- Again they have
returned to disrupt my plans. I'm sorry for this new failure.
-Don't worry, - a
serious voice, out of nowhere answered and sentenced. - Everything goes exactly
as it should be.
-But. They have even
been able to defeat Trihar. Despite being the best fighter in the galaxy. -The
astonished extraterrestrial could replied and added with dyes even of surprise
and admiration. - I still do not know how you could make him come!
-That's not a problem
for me. And the loss of Trihar does not matter. The purpose of this story was
not what you thought, Gralas. Now wait for events. When you must return, you
will know.
The
alien did not reply, he simply made a slight bow of his bulbous head and
everything was silent ...
On
Earth they soon set up a party typical of the group. Those that Roy called
victory parties, with karaoke, food and fun assured. Lornd finally stopped
thinking about taking revenge on that damned tyrant and relaxed enjoying his
brother and the rest of his friends company. He even allowed himself to have a
few moments of greater intimacy with Setsuna, separated the two a little from
the rest.
-Well, she sighed -
Once again we made it. Thanks to everyone's effort
And
as she finished the sentence she contemplated fun as Haruka on the piano and
Michiru on the violin, they played for Tom and Roy to sing some of their songs,
to the rest of the audience that applauded or danced with great animation. Her
companion smiled also at seeing them and could say.
-It is difficult not to
take affection to this world when I see my brother and the rest. It is worth
fighting to save it.
-Yes- the girl agreed
as she now directed her attention to the saiyajin, wanting to know.- What are
you going to do?
-For a moment, I´ll
rest a couple of days. Then I'll probably go back to space. I have to be on my
guard in case this miserable rat comes up with a new plan.
-Listen. -She said now
in a quiet voice. - I know that guy has done you a lot of damage, but believe
me. It is not good that you live only to get revenge on him.
-And I do not. - Lornd
assured her. - But unfortunately he is the one who is determined to attack me
and all those I love. Until I end the threat he represents, I will never have peace.
For now I would like to isolate a little on my own. Far from everything and
think ...
-And when had you done
it? - The girl inquired.- Would you like to continue being alone?
-Would you like it? - The
warrior asked in turn, fixing his gaze on her to judge. - You know exactly what
I want. - Maybe you're the only one who can really understand me ... and when I
return from my retirement you will be the first to know my decision.
Setsuna
nodded with a smile. Later they derived their conversation towards less serious
subjects and at last they joined the rest. After a while Usagi and Mamoru
approached with a jovial gesture towards Sailor Pluto. However, their
expressions became serious when they made sure that none of their friends paid
attention to them.
- How was it? – Mamoru wanted
to know .-
-I could not tell you,
Majesty. - Setsuna sighed quietly. -
-We know how difficult
this is for you.- Usagi affirmed with a tinge of worry and some regret,
combined with a more determined tone when sentenced.- But it is of vital
importance for the future of millions of people.
Setsuna
looked into her eyes and she realized that she was talking to the sovereign of
the future Cristal Tokyo. That girl was not the giddy Usagi Tsukino but Queen
Serenity. In the same way that handsome dark man who listened to them instead
of Mamoru represented King Endymion. So, with a humble and sincere tone, she
answered them.
-He has asked me for
some time. It's curious. - She smiled now. - Being the Sailor guardian of that
same thing it costs me the only idea to be able to grant it to him. Because I
need it myself and I cannot grant it to me.
The
queen placed one of her hands on Setsuna's arm and watching her now with
concern, she asked.
-What is it that you
feel for him exactly? If I can ask you.
-I would not know to
tell you, Majesty.- The aforementioned answered.-
It
seemed that Endymion was going to say something, but the closeness of Hotaru,
and the other exteriors, dissuaded him from that. The girl approached next to
the others waving.
- How happy I am that
you are safe and healthy with us again!
Pluto
embraced heartily that girl he loved so much.
-I thought you were
with your father.
-I was with him, yes,
but I managed to come see you. As soon as I knew that they had kidnapped you.- the
excited girl retorted.-
-You do not have to
worry about me, I'm a warrior. You know that I take risks, just like you, and
the same goes for the rest of our companions.
- That does not mean I
was not scared. You are my friend and I love you very much.- Hotaru sobbed.-
The
two embraced again. Setsuna was excited in turn. That made even more difficult for her to fulfilled her
duty. Meanwhile Michiru and Haruka were with their usual sarcastic and naughty
comments.
-It seems that Lornd
and our friend Setsuna are really very close.- Haruka said.-
-I hope not as much as
Lornd and his brother in making that fusion. What do you think they would feel?
- Michiru asked.-
-I do not know. We
could ask them to teach us this technique to find out. - Her partner proposed
with her usual irony. -
-I'm not sure I want to
join you that much, ha, ha! - Neptuno laughed. -
Although
soon they put aside those jokes to focus on their two friends and companions of
the outer solar system. Watching Setsuna's gesture it almost seemed like things
had gone wrong instead of having once again been victorious against those
invaders. It was Michiru who whispered to her partner.
- Do not you notice
something strange?
-She has been through a
lot. It is normal. We will have to give it time. - Her interlocutor commented.-
-I do not know, I do
not think it's just about that.- Neptuno hesitated with a reflective tone and
gesture.- It seems to me that something else is happening here. Something that
she does not tell us. It's like she was
carrying a very heavy load and she want to do it alone.
Haruka
nodded, beginning to notice that in turn. However, none said anything, leaving
Setsuna and Hotaru to greet their other
friends. Finally the party ended and they said goodbye. All returned to their
usual occupations after celebrating the victory. Lornd waited a couple of days
in which he retired to meditate. He came back to see Pluto. Reaching home, he
knocked on the door and Haruka opened it.
- Hello Lornd, I'm very
glad to see you. You arrive on time. - She smiled asking - You come to see
Setsuna, right? …
- Yes - He admitted
that he brought a bouquet of flowers even greater than the one of the other
time. - I hope that now she was here.
- Yes, of course -
Haruka laughed inviting him with a
gesture. - Come in, please.
- Is not Hotaru? - He
was interested.-
- No, after the fight she
returned to see her father again. Now she spends a lot of time with him.- His
interlocutor told him.-
Meanwhile,
Michiru saw him enter the dining room and invited him to sit down. Lornd
accepted, waiting expectantly.
-Today is a very
special day.- Michiru whispered to the newcomer.-
-That's why I came.- He
said.- At least among other things.
- You have not located
that Gralas yet, have you? - Neptune was interested.-
-No,- the saiyajin sighed who seemed to darken his
face just thinking about it, but immediately he wanted to smile to declare with
more casualness .- But today I will not let that bastard spoil the day.
-That is a wise
decision.- Haruka agreed.- We have also planned something ...
Although
she could not be more concise since Setsuna finally came out, she was beautiful
wearing a light blue dress embroidered with lace. The saiyajin got up and went
to her, both kissed lightly on the lips before the smiling, roguish and
complicit glances of Haruka and Michiru.
- I already wanted to
be with you without any interstellar enemy in between, - the saiyan said
looking at Pluto who smiled slightly to reply. -
- That's great, today
is my day off and I've prepared a lot of food. Would you like to have a picnic?
- I would really love
it - he smiled that of course after his retirement, he was already hungry and he
wanted company as much as food. -
- And you.- Setsuna
said jovially to her friends. - Do you sign up? ..
- No thanks - Haruka
refused, replying with humor - I do not think Lornd leaves us much to eat.
Anyway you will want to be alone and Michiru and I already had plans for the
afternoon and evening ...
- It's true - his
partner corroborated taking also Haruka's arm and waist to sentence with a
sweet voice - and you've promised ...
- I know foolish! - the
aforementioned laughed adding with the same tone while stroking the chin of her
partner - and I always keep my word.
-What do you think
Haruka have promised to Michiru to look at her like that? - Lornd asked Setsuna
in a low voice. -
Pluto
blushed and smiled surreptitiously to answer.
- It will be better not
to try to know it. Well then we're going. Goodbye girls.
So
Setsuna and Lornd said goodbye, waving. He loaded the picnic baskets and Pluto
told him to put them in the car. The saiyajin objected.
- But I could take you
and the baskets, flying, we would arrive earlier.
- I know, but I would
like us to go there as normal people - she asked him. -
- Well, okay. - Lornd
conceded that he got into the car. - If
you prefer in that way...
Although to him it was also a fun
idea. Acting as any normal human would. So, Setsuna started and drove up to a
stop from which the whole city could be seen. There they descended and walked
for a few moments with Lornd carrying everything. The place could not be more
beautiful, the hill green and leafy, with beautiful trees and a wide view of
the sunset.
-Do you know? -The saiyajin
told the girl. - When I was with the followers of Gralas I got to tell them
that this world did not matter to me, that they could do whatever they wanted
with him.
She
gave him a stunned look, but then her interlocutor smiled to add.
-It was not entirely
true. Just to admire all the beauty that this planet hosts it makes me want to
protect it.
-It was normal, you
tried to gain time.- She justified.-
-If I am honest, the
main thing for me was that you did not suffer damage. And if I really had to
choose between your life ...
-Please! - The girl
begged with visible stiffness as she put a hand on his lips. - Do not say it. I
do not want to hear it.
This
time it was the saiyajin who looked at her perplexed. He smiled then more
clearly and finally was able to rivet.
-I was going to say
that I would have deceived them. I would have told them that nobody was worthy
for a planet and that if they touched you, I would destroy them all. Trust me.
You are very important to me, but I know very well that you would not accept
such a great sacrifice in your name.
Now
it was her who smiled the most widely. This man was certainly not an ignorant
brute. On the contrary, he was very aware of all that her work as a guardian
warrior meant to her. They then sat on a green lawn with magnificent views and
the saiyajin added, now in a more thoughtful way.
-And that makes me
think sometimes, if you're sacrificing too much.
-It's my job. I will
never give up protecting my people.- The girl said.-
-I see it.- He agreed
that taking a hand from the girl and whispered to her.- You would do anything
for your sovereigns and for your planet, would not you? ...
Setsuna
blushed, in that moment she felt dazed and speechless. Was Lornd much more
intelligent and perceptive than she had thought? She considered that, observing
those deep brown eyes of the saiyajin that returned an inquisitive look. So,
after a few moments of silence, it was he who added in a quiet voice ...
-I really admire you
for that. Your determination and your courage are worthy of a saiyajin space
warrior. And now ... I hope that your talent in the kitchen is as well. - He
changed his tone radically using another much more jovial, as he said. - I'm
starving!
Setsuna
laughed as spontaneously as unexpectedly. That guy was unique in raising the
tension and then slamming it down. The sovereigns were right. It was a
challenge in more ways than one. And it was worth it to get to know him better.
Maybe, despite not trying at first and even come to judge the idea crazy, she
was beginning to feel something very special when they were together. For the
first time Setsuna seemed to be the center of attention and the most precious
asset for someone. Not that she thought her friends did not want her. On the
contrary, she knew that she had the affection and friendship of her companions,
the Little Lady and her other friends. However, this was very different. She
was not used to being the priority, but a sacrificed guardian who had to
protect something more valuable than herself. However, with Lornd that
conception of herself varied completely. And that increased when that guy
looked at her funny and took out a small package to wish her with an
affectionate tone of voice.
-By the way. Happy
Birthday.
-I did not remember.-
She smiled.-
It
was not true, the Earth day associated with her birth was precisely that.
However, her companions could have forgotten it ... she did not want to let
them know. Those things did not go with her character and she had spent eons
without anyone congratulating her. Exception made of the sovereigns of Neo
Cristal Tokyo and the Little Lady. But there was a time when even they were not
there to do it. And now it was this Saiyan so gross in appearance, who had that
beautiful detail. She was moved and astonished in equal parts ...
-Don't you open it? -
Lornd was interested to see her so self-absorbed, affirming.- Your friends told
me that this is the custom of the Earth.-
-These girls! - Setsuna
sighed, shaking her head with a big smile. - The scoundrels pretended to have
forgotten it.
-None who knows you
could ever forget such an important
thing about you.- He said.-
The
sailor heard those words so direct and sincere and her cheeks were lit with a
sudden heat. Finally, trying to avoid that stiff moment, she opened that
package ... she saw a gold necklace with something crimson on it.
-This is!
-A semiprecious stone
of your world. Pluto.- I went there to pick her up.- Lornd told her observing
her with something more than kindness.- Now I´ll like to put it on you ... if
you allow me.
And
standing up, he gently pushed her long, silky hair away from her and wrapped
his hands around her neck to place the pendant. Despite Lornd's great care, his
hands brushed the girl's neck and shoulders. The young woman reacted blushing.
She could not help it when that man touched her that way. And that had only
happened to her before with another person. A long time ago ... That feeling she
thought was forgotten reappeared in her life now. She even managed to divert
her gaze a little, feeling disturbed.
-Thank you very much.
Really ... - she whispered with a nuance of emotion tinged her voice that
almost faltered .- I was not expecting anything like this.
-Well.- He declared,
already with a more casual tinge.- Now let´s eat! Surely you are a great cook
...
Setsuna, taken by surprise again
after that change of tone, after laughing funny, could answer.
-I hope so. My
colleagues have at least had no complaint about my way of cooking. Now let's
see what you think ...
And
the girl put the blanket and baskets and took out the food. It didn´t take long
before they began to give eat with delight. Lornd with his usual appetite made
the food disappear at breakneck speed.
-How delicious is
everything! - He praised while devouring that.-
Setsuna
laughed once more eating with ease at the sight of the show and declared while
counting the empty dishes with her eyes.
-It's amazing, I'll
never get used to seeing a space warrior eat!
- I'm still hungry from
the fight of the other day – Lornd retorted, gobbling a whole dish of macaroni
at once. - That guy made us really strive ... and I must admit that in this you
are equally exceptional, as good a warrior as a cook. In this you are
undoubtedly better than me ...
His
interlocutor became red again. Maybe the saiyajin were able to eat up a sack of
stones and could say they were delicious. However, Lornd seemed to speak with
total sincerity. That was one of the qualities that she liked best. She was
really having a very pleasant time and she felt happy at his side. But the joy
lasted little bit. At that moment drops of water began to fall on the
tablecloth. Heavy thunderclouds quickly covered the sky.
-Oh, I'm disappointed!
- Setsuna lamented – I hoped to see the sunset together. From here it's a wonderful
show.
- If it's just that,
it's done, come with me. You will see it, I give you my word - he responded
cheerfully, getting up while watching the sky. - That will be my second gift to
you.
So
she got up without understanding, a real flood had started and quickly soaked
them but Lornd emitted energy creating a barrier that acted as an umbrella.
Then he raised in the air taking to
Setsuna in his arms and using more intensity of power he was transformed into
super saiyajin opening a great gap between the clouds. The girl watched in
wonder at the rays of the red sunset sun filtering between those holes and the
rainbow emerging in an infinity of mirrors formed by the falling water and the
rain that hit them. In that moment she wished that this moment of closeness
between the two, oblivious to everything else, would last forever.
-Made in heaven! -
Lornd proclaimed, smiling at the girl to finish. - Like you.
And
without thinking he sang one of the tunes that his brother had taught him
during his training. It was a singer who Asthel had admired a lot and who had
the deference to entertain those hours of fighting in the Corner of the Soul
and time with their music and their songs. And this was indeed very appropriate
for that moment. Maybe a lot more than what saiyajin himself could imagine. At
least that's what his companion thought while she really listened to him.
I'm taking my right with destiny
Willing to play my part
Living with painful memories
Loving with all my heart
Willing to play my part
Living with painful memories
Loving with all my heart
Made in heaven, made in heaven
It was all meant to be, yeah
Made in heaven, made in heaven
That's what they say
Can't you see
That's what everybody says to me
Can't you see
Oh I know, I know, I know, that it's true
Yes it's really meant to be
Deep in my heart
I'm having to learn to pay the price
They're turning me upside down
Waiting for possibilities
Don't see too many around
Made in heaven, yes made in heaven
It's for all to see
Made in heaven, made in heaven
That's what everybody says
Everybody says to me
It was really meant to be
Oh can't you see
Yeah, everybody, everybody says
Yes it was meant to be
Yeah, yeah
When stormy weather comes around
It was made in heaven
When sunny skies break through behind the clouds
I wish it could last forever, yeah
Wish it could last forever, forever
I'm playing my role in history
Looking to find my goal
Taking in all this misery
But giving it all my soul
Made in heaven, made in heaven
It was all meant to be
Made in heaven, made in heaven
That's what everybody says
Wait and see, it was really meant to be
So plain to see
Yeah, everybody, everybody, everybody tells me so
Yes it was plain to see, yes it was meant to be
Written in the stars...
Written in the stars...
(Made in Heaven, QUEEN,
credit to the author)
And
little by little the clouds were closing but Lornd rose without problems
through them. He hugged Setsuna tightly because it was cold. And as he
promised, they saw the sunset and sun set behind the hills and later attended
the departure of the first stars that twinkling accompanied with their faint
glow the light of the full moon that illuminated them.
And
in another place Serenity and Endymion met with Landar, Goku and Vegeta. The
white magician allowed them to see those scenes in their magical ball. Both
monarchs smiled comforted by that.
-Thanks to God that
everything goes according to our plan.- Endymion said.-
-It's more than that.-
His partner added.- Setsuna is starting to fall in love. At least I think so.
-you don´t usually make
mistakes in your appreciations.- Her interlocutor said.- And I must say that I
like it and I am so relieved that it is so.
- And me too. Since it
is a mission that will demand the best of her and the sacrifice of her own
life.- The future sovereign of Cristal Tokyo sentenced.-
- Do you consider a
sacrifice to join a king of the saiyajin? - Vegeta intervened with skepticism,
to qualify.- It is rather an honor for your guardian.
-There is no honor
which worth the same as the true love. - Serenity answered with a serious tone
and even something embarrassed. - We know that well.
- What you say. Ma'am.-
The legendary king of the space warriors has reluctantly conceded.-
-Yes, it's true,
Vegeta.- Goku intervened more jovially.- If even you are crazy for your wife.
You only had to see how you reacted when something threatened her ...
-Close your mouth
Kakaroto, nobody has asked for your opinion.- He urged to his fellow while
blushed despite himself.-
However,
Son Goku laughed to whisper to a now smiling Serenity.
- He appears to be a
tough guy but deep down he's a good person ...
-What are you
whispering? - Vegeta exclaimed irritably. -
The
interpellant made a room with both hands and just smiled, dismissing the
matter.
-Nothing ! I hope all
this goes well ... is a very important union ...
-The best of our two
worlds.- Endymion valued with more seriousness.-
-Yes, that's true. And
despite everything it may not be enough in order to face the future which
awaits us - Serenity said, resuming her serious expression. - Truth Landar?
The
aforementioned said nothing, looked at the others and nodded. The rest remained
silent this time watching the wizard's ball. In it they could still see the
images of that couple floating in the clouds and admiring that glow of the Moon
...
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