GWHC19. The Return to the Golden State. The second course

The Return to the Golden State. The second course

After the first course, everyone went on vacation to their homes. Neherenia returned to the realm of the Moon. There she had some disturbing news. But for now her priority would be to help to supply the giant ship that had been built from a large asteroid. This had departed from Earth and the sovereign was committed, by virtue of an agreement of friendship and cooperation with that planet, to help them as much as possible as soon as the ship reached the lunar orbit. Shortly after returning she saw her friend Chibiusa, who was the princess of the visible face of the Moon and represented her parents. She had come to visit Nehie with the retinue of her personal guardians, the sailor asteroids, better known as the quartet of the Amazons.

- How happy I am to see you again! - Neherenia greeted them receiving them in their private rooms, as almost always when they came to visit her. -

- We are also happy to see you again, Nehie. - Chibiusa smiled. -

- I did not have the chance to thank you enough for your help against these creatures. - Her interlocutor answered. -

- Fortunately we've finished with them. - Sailor Vesta said. -

- Yes - Sailor Palas agreed. - And this time definitively.

- There can be no possible error. - Sailor Juno affirmed -

- Now you can be calm - Sailor Ceres commented -

- Unfortunately, that is a luxury that a queen cannot afford. - Neherenia replied that she explained to her friends. - I have received news of discontent among my subjects and problems while I have been studying. My Royal Chamberlain and the Prime Minister have been busy trying to resolve them in my absence, but now I must take care of them in person. In addition, there is the matter of that huge ship approaching.

- She will arrive here in a matter of a few days - Chibiusa informed her. - It is better for her to be supplied from the face of the Moon that you rule.

- I'll take advantage to make a visit. I'm curious to see her, they say it's something formidable. - The queen of the hidden face, said -

Her friends agreed to it. They would not miss it either, and Chibiusa said.

-When they arrive we will accompany you, only to formally establish a series of agreements. They are very important treaties for the future. Then, with all the mess I have, it is most likely that I must return to the thirtieth century with the Sailor asteroids. At least for a season.

Neherenia heard them feeling sorry, they were good friends and she always enjoyed their company.

-I'm going to miss you a lot. More now that I know everything you have done for me. And that I have discovered the painful and terrible truth. I am sorry. I'm so sorry, I was that heartless monster.

The faces of her friends adopted distressed expressions. It was Sailor Vesta who cheerfully told her.

-Let's go Nehie ... You're not to blame for that.

-Of course not. - Sailor Juno seconded. -

-You has nothing to do with that prick. - Sailor Palas added. -

-You're another completely different person. - Sailor Ceres righted. -

Although the aforementioned now did not respond immediately. The others realized that she was crying. Chibiusa immediately shook her hand and smiled trying to encourage her.

-Come on, Nehie ... stop suffering for that.

-I'm very sorry. - The girl could moan hugging her friend. – For everything I did ...

The rest did not speak, were in turn excited and trying not to shed tears. They understood the tremendous shock that for their dear friend had been to discover in that way as she was in her past life. Finally, Chibiusa's task was to raise the spirits of all, addressing to Neherenia with affectionate words.

- If I have learned something from my mother and the rest of the sailors was that we all have the right to a second chance in life. Especially when we did bad things because of the influence of others. Your past you were manipulated by Chaos. The evil possessed you because you were alone. I saw how, in the end, the only desire of that evil queen was to have friends, a boyfriend who wanted her, and be happy.

-Sure. - Sailor Vesta added. - The same thing happened to us. They manipulated us and for a time we served that same evil.

-But Sailor Moon also released us. - Sailor Juno added. -

-And now we love you as if you were a little cousin. - Sailor Palas affirmed. -

-Believe us. You have nothing to do with that other one. You are not the same person. In fact, you can´t be more different to her - Sailor Ceres asserted. -

Nehie nodded, wiping away her tears. She smiled feeling better. Now everything made sense. She still held in her heart with love the moment she met her dear friends. She was very young. She remembered waking up in the throne room. She had fallen asleep in her big chair, that green one and so tall that she used for receptions. She thought she had had a strange nightmare she did not remember. Soon after stretching and with her childish voice, she could hardly say, after rubbing her eyes a little.

-I had fallen asleep. True?

-But just a little while. - One of her courtesans answered with great kindness. -

-Your majesty must be tired. Why do not you rest a little in your bedroom? - Another of her ladies gently suggested. -

The girl got up jumping from that high throne and turning towards her retinue, she commented.

-One thing. Would anyone mind accompanying me and singing a lullaby? ...

-Of course, it will be a pleasure. - The first of her ladies agreed. -

And the girl smiled happily. Normally her courtiers were friendly but cold. She had a strange feeling. As if those people feared her and did not dare to overcome according to what barriers. It was normal. After all, she was the queen. After her parents mysteriously disappeared, the council chose her as her successor, and although there was a regency council that dealt with politics until it came of age and was officially proclaimed, it was certain that attend these boring receptions every day and study. Many times she felt very alone, in the privacy of her room and looked in the mirror. She even talked to him. At least her reflection was always there. But for a time now, she had noticed strange things. She thought about that while her maiden escorted her to her room. Once inside, faithful to her word, she sang a lullaby and wrapped her up. After saying good night, she left her lying down. Now she covered herself up to her chin. Yes, she was tired, she thought she remembered part of that strange dream that she had had when she was older and seemed to be very angry. Although at that moment an unknown voice startled her. It belonged to a woman. Surprised she sat up stunned. At the foot of her bed, a girl with pink hair, dressed in an odd way, along with four other girls, of rare and complicated hairstyles all of them, watched her with a broad smile.

-Don't be scared, Neherenia. - That girl said. - We are your friends.

-My friends? - the young girl replied, looking at them astonished. - I do not know who you are.

She thought about calling the guard out, but these strange ones stared at her with a kind look. They did not seem like they wanted to hurt her. Unlike. What was more, one of them, dressed in that rare uniform of short skirt and a bow on the chest, in blue tones, made appear in her hand a beautiful little box of music.

-How did you do it? - The little sovereign wanted to know. -

-It was just a little magic trick. - She replied, appearing with a slight inclination and a sympathetic voice that seemed too childish for her age. - I am the Warrior Sailor Palas. But you can call me Para-Para.

Other of those girls, similarly dressed, but in green, gave a somersault on herself, which made Neherenia open her mouth in amazement. That girl smiled at her to declare.

-Sailor Juno, Jun-Jun for friends.

-And my name is Ves-Ves, but I am also known as Sailor Vesta. - Another one in red uniform turning on itself, declared. -

Another one, in a colored uniform pulling saffron, jumped open her legs and fell back with both feet on the ground, to affirm.

- I am Cere - Cere or if you prefer, Sailor Ceres.

-We are the sailor asteroids, defenders of the Solar System and our princess. - They declared in unison. -

And finally, that girl in pink uniform and matching hair showed up.

-I am their princess. My name is Usagi, but you can call me Chibiusa, or the Sailor Moon junior.

-Sailor Moon? - The girl was surprised while repeating that rare name. -

And she could have sworn she would have heard that name before. But she did not remember when. Anyway, she looked back at those girls and asked them.

-How could you enter?

-We have special powers. - Chibiusa answered kindly. -

-And what do you want? - The child asked trying to appear brave, although despite the kindness of their presentations these girls had scared her, they were older and seemed very strong. -

-Only be your friends. - Sailor Vesta answered. -

-That is it. You seem like a very nice girl. - Sailor Palas commented. -

-I am a queen. - Neherenia informed them, commenting not without some regret. - I do not have friends because I am always very busy and also, I think my subjects fear me.

-We are not subjects of yours, nor are we afraid of you. So we could be your friends. - Sailor Ceres answered. -

-And teach you many things. - Sailor Juno added. -

-We will do one thing if it suits you, Majesty. We will come tomorrow. Chibiusa interjected with an affectionate tone. - We will introduce ourselves properly to your court. And if you give us permission we will show you other places and we will introduce you to girls like you, who could be great friends with whom to play.

The face of her interlocutor lit up with a big smile as she asked full of expectation.

-For real? Do you promise?

That girl lifted one of her gloved hands and smiled winking at her, affirming as if swearing.

-You have the world of Sailor Chibi Moon.

-One more thing. - Sailor Palas said. - Do not look at that big mirror that you have in this room. At least not yet, we want to surprise you.

-But, I like to see my reflection. He's the only one I can talk to. - The girl timidly objected. -

-Not any more. Now you have us. - You affirmed Ves-Ves. -

-Yes, you will have many friends, Neherenia. You will not need to speak with your reflection ever again. - Jun-Jun assured her. -

-At least, wait until tomorrow, please. We want to give you a very special gift. - Sailor Ceres asked her. -

The baby nodded, being only that she could easily wait. Then Chibiusa approached and wrapped her affectionately again to wish her.

- May you have very happy dreams, Majesty.

And the girl closed her eyes with a very nice feeling. She felt something warm inside. As if her heart was glad. She felt that these girls were going to be great friends and that she could trust them. And the next morning everything happened just as they promised. They arrived at the court and requested an audience in the name of Neo Cristal's reign of Earth Tokyo and the Silver Millennium of the visible face of the Moon. They were received and led before the presence of Neherenia, who, seated on that great throne, welcomed them by jumping from it to stand up. The four asteroids smiled at the sight of her, bowing, and Chibiusa bowed more lightly, though equally ceremonially. At that moment, the royal chamberlain, a guy put in some kilos and somewhat greasy, dressed as if he had been taken out of the eighteenth century, announced.

- Her Majesty the Beautiful and Gentle queen Neherenia will receive you.

-Yes, please, come to my room. - The girl asked, eager to see the surprise they were going to give her. -

And her guests followed her after completing the formalities of the protocol. As she passed, Neherenia ordered her retinue to wait. That did not please her main lady or her chamberlain. But the girl insisted, not even her bodyguards could enter. Princess Usagi Chiba, from the realm of the Earth and the White Moon, as Chibiusa was officially introduced, was her friend. Then the Asteroids removed the mirror from the sovereign and replaced it with another one that appeared in the middle of the room.

-How did you do it? - Neherenia wanted to know with a surprised face. -

-How did Roy tell us that this song was called? Oh, yes ... it's a kind of magic! - Sailor Palas smiled. -

-Now look. - Sailor Juno asked her pointing to the mirror to explain. - Through this glass you can meet friends. In fact, soon you will be linked to someone by your beautiful dreams.

-Yes. - Sailor Vesta agreed. - The person who will appear in this mirror, has dreams very similar to yours.

-And that will make you to forge great bonds of friendship with her, you'll see. - Sailor Ceres told her. -

-It is a mirror that Helios himself, guardian of dreams, and my mother, Queen Serenity, have prepared especially for you. - Chibiusa told her. -

And with that said the four girls and their princess moved out of range of the reflection leaving Neherenia alone. The girl remained watching, absorbed. At first she did not see anything what herself but after a few moments she noticed it. The reflection she could see was not that of her room but that of another room. More modestly decorated maybe, and then a little girl about her age appeared, with curly brown hair and inquisitive blue eyes. She wore a dress of someone older than her and also seemed to watch her with curiosity. The sovereign of the New Moon finally dared to say hello ...

-Hello. Do you want to be my friend?...

And to her amazement and happiness that girl replied yes. She called herself Idina and invited her to play with her and with a little cousin named Kerria. And from there was born a beautiful and lasting friendship. Nehie remembered everything very well. Despite all the years since then and the many years in which they didn´t see each other. But meanwhile she had the princess of the White Moon and her guardians who visited her very often. She grew up surrounded by affection and establishing relationships of true friendship. She smiled gratefully looking now at her friend Chibiusa and at the asteroids.

-I owe you my whole life. - She whispered excited. - What I am ...

-No, that is not true. - Your life is yours. - Chibiusa answered in the same way. -

-It has all been your merit. - Sailor Ceres added sweetly. -

-Yes, you have worked hard and you have studied a lot. - Sailor Palas smiled. -

-And now we know that you will be able to face anything, however difficult it may be. - Sailor Juno added. -

-So is it. Even if we have to leave, we leave gladly. You will be from now on the defender of good and of the Moon. - Sailor Vesta concluded. -

Neherenia was very sad about the departure of her friends. But what can she do? In effect, she was in charge of watching over the entire Moon when her friends traveled in time. She would fulfill the assignment. She said so.

-I will not disappoint you. You have my promise.

The others nodded and gave her affectionate goodbye kisses. After holding hands, they disappeared invoking that teleport power of theirs. Nehie sighed, now she was alone.

-One again. - She sighed however smiled immediately shaking her head and thought. - No, I'm not alone. I have many people who appreciate me and whom I also love. Idina, her parents and her uncles, Heather, my people ... And I have to give the best of me for all of them ...

And so she had settled that, now she had to focus on preparing the arrival of that huge ship ...

On Earth, meanwhile, Brent had to leave. He had already graduated and he felt sorry about it, because Idina had made a deep impact in him. They agreed to see each other when the summer could last, but after a few months, the boy wrote to Idina saying that he had met a girl he was already dating, which plunged the poor girl into a small depression. There was still one month left of the vacation she had spent with her family, her grades had been very good and her parents were very happy. Once back home, her brothers greeted her with effusiveness.

- How are you little one? - Lance smiled that was the first to hug her. -

-Well thanks. - She said with a soft tone. -

Her brother looked at her, raising her chin to whisper with affection.

-My little girl seems a bit sad ...

Idina did not have to answer. Her other brother, Alan, arrived immediately taking her in his arms and lifting her to turn with her.

-It was time that you let yourself being seen a little around here! - He exclaimed making her laugh despite herself. -

-Ok Alan. Get off, I'm not a little girl anymore! - She could still laugh.

-For us you will always be our little sister. - He replied jovially. -

In the background both Tom and Cooan smiled at the sight of their children. They were left a while longer until at last Alan left his sister.

-How is everything, daughter? - Cooan greeted. -

-Good mom - the girl replied now more smiling after that reception. -

-We are very happy to see you. We could not go to visit you this course because we didn´t want to be very involved. And also, you had to be worth it for yourself. - Her father replied. -

Idina sighed. If her family knew how much she had to do it! But better leave that aside. Now she was back home and could spend some time with her family. Her brothers entered the suitcases that she brought and after taking a bath and changing she met everyone to eat.

-What about Grandma Sarah? – She wanted to know. -

-It is already very old. - Her distressed father sighed. - There are many things that she does not remember.

-And after the death of your grandfather. Well ... the poor thing has gone down a lot. - Cooan commented equally saddened. -

-But better tell us something about you. - Tom asked her, trying to brighten up the atmosphere. - How about the Golden?

-Mrs. Roberts gave me many regards for you and for Uncle Roy and aunt Bertie. - She told them.

-And what about the guys there? - Alan was interested jovially. -

His sister looked down now. Everyone realized that something was happening. His brother added something hurriedly.

-Excuse me if I bothered you with that ...

-No, do not worry. I dated one, that's all. It was lovely. But he finished the course and left ... – She commented in dismay. - We left our relationship because of the distance.

-Don't be sad, little girl. - Lance encouraged her. - You are very pretty. Soon you will meet some good boy. You will see.

-Yes daughter. When the man of your life arrives you will know it. It's still early. - Her mother encouraged her. -

-Well, you and dad met in the Golden after all. - The girl reminded them. -

- Yes, but that was in third course. - Tom added, adding now with nostalgia. - And at the beginning of that course, I was dying. The girl I liked was dating another boy. A college roommate of hers.

-That Mary Jane? - Cooan smiled. -

-Yes, the very same girl. We grew up together. She went to live in Boston. - Tom replied, remembering. - I remember that when we arrived here, the summer dance was celebrated. You know. I went to invite her home. With my suit and everything and carrying a bouquet of flowers. Ha, ha ... When I knocked on her door and she opened it I felt very happy, but then that blonde guy came out.

-What a disappointment, dad! - Alan said in solidarity. -

-You cannot imagine it. - Tom smiled. - The fact is that when Mary Jane saw the flowers that I brought she thought obviously that they were for her, but I shook my head and improvised saying that they were for a date I had. I got so angry that I wanted to make her jealous, ha, ha! ... at least I fooled her in that.

-And what did you do with those flowers? - Idina inquired curiously. -

-I threw them into the first garbage can that I found. - Her father replied, adding with reflexive tones to address all his children. - At that moment I felt like the most unfortunate guy in the world. And, you see, a few days after. I returned to the Golden and I met your mother.

- And I made you forget that fool! - Cooan laughed. -

-Absolutely. – Her husband asserted after getting up and gave an affectionate kiss on the cheek to his wife after what he declared. - So Idina, daughter, do not worry ... you never know where will be the one that is destined for you.

-Yes, you are right. Although now I will devote myself to my studies and to the music group. I hope we will meet soon. We must practice.

-It is true. You had to act at the graduation ceremony of Leval and Mazoui, right? - Lance inquired.

-Yes- nodded the girl. - I hope we do it well ...

- What about Nehie? Did she adapt well? - Cooan asked. -

-Oh yes, very well ... We became very close friends with Mrs. Roberts' daughter. Her name is Heather and she is very nice.

The conversation continued as the days passed. The moment of that ceremony arrived. Everyone in the family was really expectant. A few days later they went to say goodbye to Leval, Mazoui and the others who were embarking on that huge asteroid. Idina and her cousins ​​had to participate first in the ceremony of delivery of offices acting for all the public gathered there and the graduates. It was a great honor to have been invited by the military high command and the civil authorities. There the girl discovered with amazement and regret that her friend Amethyst and her cousin Granate also left on that trip. After that departure, a few days later, she returned to the university to settle. Then she received the news that her parents would visit her at the beginning of the classes, which, together with the encouragement of her roommate and friend made her leave the sadness that still remained for the end of their courtship. To the joy of all, the character of the cheerful girl of Idina prevailed. Now, with her roommate, she waited anxiously for her parents to arrive at the entrance to the university. Finally, a taxi announced its arrival with beeps in the horn. Idina ran to meet it until the vehicle stopped and his long-awaited progenitors came down. Cooan hugged her daughter and then her father joined in the greeting as Heather watched something apart and with a smile on her face.

-I'm glad we came! - Tom exclaimed appreciating with visible satisfaction - this has not changed anything, it's still the same as when we graduated, right Connie?

-It's true - she agreed, taking a look around the campus, while adding with nostalgia. - It seems that time has reversed. Remember when we were walking around here the four of us, Roy, Beruche, you and me? ...

-Yes, and Roy did or said some prank thing about whatever... instead of studying, let's go on a spree, guys! - her husband recalled with ease. -

The two laughed when they remembered but they stopped when they saw Heather, Idina introduced her right away.

- Dad, mom, this is my friend and roommate. I told you about her at home. Her name is Heather Roberts; she is the daughter of the head of studies.

- And Nehie? - Tom wanted to know. –Has not she come yet?

- She had business to attend in her country. You know. She told me before the holidays that she would probably arrive with the course already started.

Their daughter informed them. However, being her companion there, Idina would not go into more details.

-So you're the daughter of Melanie and Malcolm. - Cooan interjected, observing that so tall girl to conclude. - You look a lot like her, especially in the eyes.

- Pleased to meet you - the aforementioned replied very politely to declare. - My mother really wants to see you, she asked me to notify her as soon as you arrived.

-Do not tell anything to her. - Tom asked, winking at that girl an accomplice. -  We'll go straight to see her, she is in the office of the director of studies, right?

-Yes, I accompany you, it is at the end of the corridor - Their interlocutor offered -....

-Do not worry, dear! - Cooan laughed. - We know perfectly where is that, we're going there, I'm sure she would be surprised.

So the two of them went to the office followed by the girls. When they reached the closed door, Tom rapped his knuckles and waited for the answer.

- Go ahead! - it was heard to say by a feminine voice that was undoubtedly Melanie's. -

-Excuse me, principal. - Tom said opening the door timidly to say jokingly. -But Melanie Sanders is doing a strip tease in the class, taking advantage of Miss Parker's absence.

-Tommy! - the bemused woman exclaimed, radiant with joy. - How long since I did not see you - she ran immediately to hug him, and when she opened the door she saw him next to Cooan - Connie, you too ... what a beautiful surprise!

The three embraced each other effusively and Melanie invited them in. Idina and Heather came in too, they did not want to miss it for anything. After sitting down it was Cooan who took the floor.

-We've come to spend a couple of days, we were nostalgic for this place, but, from what we've seen, nothing has changed.

-You know what is said, the years go by, the faces change but the Golden does not - Melanie replied with a wide smile to reveal them with affectionate tone. - You do not know how happy I was when you sent Idina to study here.

-And the coincidence that it has been that she became such a good friend of your daughter. - Cooan added, visibly pleased by it. - I'm glad too. -

-Yes, - Melanie, agreed, admitting now amused. - We did not get along so well at first.

- Especially my sister and you! - Her interlocutor laughed vividly remembering that - and always with poor Roy in between.

- Oh, that Roy! What a lovely boy, and how he got on my nerves - Melanie sighed in an evocative voice wanting to know. - How are he and Bertie doing?

-You know, he's a coach in the NBA and she's an assistant principal at a very prestigious private school. - Tom replied. -

-Yes, I know that, but how are they doing personally? You know. I hope they were happy.

-Don't worry, they are very happy, although now you would not know Roy, he has become much more serious - Cooan told her almost whispering as if the aforementioned man was going to hear her -

- No ... It cannot be! - Melanie laughed, who put a voice of disbelief - Roy serious? Those words cannot be united in the same sentence.

-It's true. - Tom said. - I hope he comes here one day, you know he has two children, but none of them have chosen to study here. What's more, the eldest is a soldier and has embarked on the spaceship together with our other nephews. A few days ago we were at their official farewell.

-For me it was a moment of great pride when you accepted our daughter to study here. - Cooan intervened -

-Well, girls, - Melanie said, addressing the two girls who were listening curiously. -You will have to go to class, it starts in a few minutes.

-Yes mom, excuse me, madam head of studies. - Heather smiled and said to her friend - well, Idina, we're leaving ...

-Ok, then see you, mom, dad. - she said goodbye winking at her parents and adding politely- Mrs. Roberts.

Tom, Cooan and Melanie waved goodbye and stayed chatting about those good old times, including the difficulties they had to face, but which they thought were very good. Idina and Heather waited patiently for the end of classes and met their parents in the cafeteria. Malcolm Roberts, Heather's father, who had lost some hair and fattened on how they remembered him, had joined them and chatted with Tom animatedly,

-Tell Malden that I still owe him some of his jokes. - He comically swinging his fist to be interested in the affair with obvious affection. - How's that rascal?

-Well, now he's very happy. His eldest son has graduated from the military academy of the United Army of the Earth as a pilot and left in the big spacecraft a few days ago. - He referred to his interlocutor as he did before with Melanie. -

-Yes, with some of our nephews - Cooan added. -

-And your other children? What about them? - Roberts asked. -

-Alan is already finishing his degree. - Tom replied very proud, pointing out immediately. -Well, he's finished it, but he's doing his doctorate. He is computer man. And Lance is finishing business. Only our little girl left.

-Hey dad! Who is a little girl? - Idina who had just arrived, intervened to vindicate herself. – You can´t called me like that anymore. I'll turn twenty.

- Oh, daughter, do not remind us about that. - Her mother smiled affirming with something of pretending, or perhaps not so much regret - you make me feel old.

-Do you remember Cooan? - Melanie blurted between nostalgic and amused - when you gave those aerobics classes.

-Yes, of course I remember it - she replied, remembering it with a smile of nostalgia. -

-Well, your daughter is also very fond of it and once I could see her singing one of those songs that you used, while encouraging the other girls to exercise. Then it seemed to me to see you, there, just as you did more than twenty years ago.

-Twenty-five to be exact. - Tom corrected with a malevolent giggle. -

- You have to see how silly you are sometimes! - His wife reproached him with her arms crossed but in a jocular way. -

- Then if you want we go through that classroom. - Roberts offered them jovially - this way you will relive the old memories. –

They were satisfied and they did, leaving as last point of visit the brotherhood of the Golden Eagle of which they were former members. The boys of the same, who now had new boss, endeavored to receive their prestigious guests as best they could and to underline the act they were awarded the golden ribbon for the former members, in turn giving Idina and Heather, the red one. Brad, the new leader, gave them a welcome speech. After this visit, Idina's parents said goodbye and returned home. They spent a couple of weeks without incident, the girls were very happy with the new course. But then Neherenia returned. And her face did not look at all happy. Quite the opposite. When she entered the residential pavilions he went first to her room. There was no one there. Ashley had finished her studies; this year she would play a new partner. But now she had no desire to think about that. She felt desolate although she had the consolation of seeing him, of being comforted by him and, above all, of being loved. However, of the latter, nothing could be said. She was sad for herself. However, the hardest thing would be to tell Idina. And that agony already hurt her in the depths of her heart, so she decided not to postpone it anymore. As soon as she left her luggage she went to her friend's room. She knocked the door and someone opened. However, it was Heather who, drawing a big smile as soon as she saw her, embraced her.

-Nehie! I'm so glad to see you! How about your holidays? We were already beginning to think that this course you were not going to come back.

But as her companion did not respond, Heather, when she separated from the embrace looked at her with a surprised expression, then was very worried when she noticed her tearful.

-What's wrong? - She wanted to know with concern -

-Heather ... You have to help me, please. - Her interlocutor asked in a quiet voice. -

- What? - the girl who was worrying more and more to see her like this, asked. -

-I need your help to support Idina. She will need it ... even more than me ...

And before the surprised and worried gesture of the girl, Nehie told her what had happened. Heather shifted her hand to her mouth and could exclaim.

-Oh my God!

It was not necessary to add anything else, for a while they were both, quiet and sitting on the bunk. With Heather hugging her friend. Then Idina arrived. She was dressed in sports clothes and with a ponytail that collected her hair. She came in greeting as usual and was very happy to see Neherenia there.

-Nehie! - She exclaimed just as happy as her roommate previously did. -

However, she immediately noticed the faces of her friend and her roommate. Her smiling countenance vanished at once and with an inquisitive expression she asked them.

-What's wrong girls? Anyone would say that you come from a funeral.

Heather was not able to keep looking at her, she had to look away as Neherenia got up and, placing her hands on her friend's shoulders, whispered in a muted tone, though as sweetly as she could.

- Listen to me, Idina. You will have to be brave.

-What do you mean? What's wrong? - She wanted to know this more and more alarmed. –

- Your Cousin Granate has died ... - the queen of the New Moon replied as she was able to do, without wanting to postpone that any longer -

At first, both Heather and Nehie were surprised, her friend was there, standing without seeming to react to those words. Maybe she would not have been able to assimilate them. Then Idina staggered to the nearest table, beginning to breathe with excitement, she seemed to drown and she let out a scream that echoed in the room. Heather ran to hug her while Nehie looked at the ground with eyes full of tears. But her companion broke out of the embrace and could only ask with obvious agitation.

-What happened to my cousin? What happened to him?

- They had to fight against enemy ships. - Neherenia could explain with a dye full of pain in her voice. - They destroyed their plane.

The girl collapsed as if she lacked strength. Her roommate tried to help her up but she rejected her with a slap while continuing to howl.

-No, noooo! ...

Heather stood up to try again to lift her, but Nehie stopped her with a wave of her hand shaking her head. Finally, Idina sat on the floor, her back against the bunk, crying silently and panting as if she lacked the air to breathe. The queen of the New Moon finally sat next to her and passed an affectionate arm around her shoulders, her desolate friend rested her head on Nehie's chest as she kept crying.

- I'm deeply sorry, Idina! - Heather could mutter crying too. -

But her friend did not seem to hear anything of what she was saying. Trembled now visibly despite Neherenia's efforts to embrace and comfort her. Heather was worried and also partly wishing to escape from there, she said with obvious concern.

-I'm going to look for my mother.

The girl ran out of the room, only then the queen of the New Moon, after ensuring for a moment that they were alone, whispered to her friend.

-I have to tell you something. Something very important, please, listen to me.

At first her friend did not seem very willing but after the insistence of the sovereign could gather enough strength to look at her, despite the tears continued to flow from her eyes. Although the confession that Nehie made to her, it at least managed to calm her enough to attend with interest.

-I knew your cousin when I traveled to the ship as Sovereign of the New Moon and he and I fell in love. It was only a few days but we both knew that we loved each other. He recorded this when we sang at karaoke. Same as I did with him. - She smiled now slightly in tears as she added as she pulled out a small disc of golden color. - I told him that you and I rehearsed like this many times to sing and dance as cheerleaders of the Golden.

Idina did not reply, just hugged her, they both did for a long time, crying and not talking, when they finally separated Nehie told her something else.

-And he came to say goodbye to me. Do you remember the mirror through which we met when we were girls?

Her friend nodded slowly, wiping away the tears still on her face. And Neherenia told her then, sure to have all her attention ...

She was in her palace, after one of many receptions in which she treated some problems that worried in her kingdom she retired to her rooms to rest. There she always looked at the large standing mirror at the back of her bedroom. This one had been specially manufactured by her best craftsmen and purified by the Silver and Gold crystals, so that it could only establish contact through it with good people or kind beings. And after a few seconds of looking at herself, something happened that perplexed her, but at first she was very happy. Instead of her own image Granate appeared there. The boy looked very handsome and dashing in his uniform and Nehie immediately said with a big smile.

- How glad to see you! How is everything?

-My beautiful and gentle queen. - He smiled also with sweet voice, riveting now with affection tinged with regret. - I come to say goodbye to you.

-It is a pity that your trip is so long, I hope that soon you return and come to see me. Here or on Earth, I will soon return to study my second year. - Neherenia informed him taking that message by another meaning. -

But when the boy slowly moved his head she began to get restless, even more so when she heard him say softly.

-I will not see you again. Well, I no longer belong to this world.

-It doesn´t matter. - The young woman replied again confusing the meaning of those words. - Even if you are from Earth, you will be welcome to my kingdom whenever you want.

The boy sighed, perhaps this was more difficult than he had thought and had to be clear when sentencing.

-You are talking to my spirit. I have ceased to exist on the material plane.

And she finally understood. Bringing her hands to her mouth she stifled a moan. While he was telling her.

-I've died on this plane and now I must go to the Hereafter. But first I wanted to say goodbye to you and tell you that I love you. I have loved you since the first moment I saw you. And my dream would have been to be the man who would have made you his wife. I wish you could have been my everlasting love! I wish I had lived my life with you.

-I love you too. - She confessed to him crying now without being able to control herself. - Please stay with me. Even if you live in this mirror, so we will not separate. -She begged, extending her hands to touch that smooth surface. -

But the boy shook his head and smiled, while also extending his hands by placing them against hers. As if in this way they could touch each other. Then he told her with all the affection he could muster.

-My love. This is not the solution. You should not repeat the mistakes that led to such an evil end to your other self in the past. You must live and surround yourself with good people who love you and whom you can also love.

-But I do not want to suffer like that! - She sobbed that she even felt a twinge in her heart when she sentenced totally compunction. - This is even worse than living alone! Love is painful. What is the point of love if I have lost you forever? After all, that dark queen was right ... None of this is worth it. You must not have any dream. Dreams never come true. – She sentenced with bitterness and full of pain. -

-Do not! - He denied with a firmer tone to return immediately to soften it. - Do not ever believe that. That would be the triumph of the forces of Evil, or what is worse, of Nothing. My love. Dreams do come true. I could fulfil mine. I embarked, I lived adventures, I was enjoying the love of my loved ones and I met you. That dream, the one that had to fall in love with the most beautiful and good girl I could find and that she also loved me, came true.

-But, but. – She sobbed completely destroyed, riveting. - It's a dream that has been shattered.

-Never my Love. - He smiled. - That dream has been fulfilled and I have it as part of me. And he will accompany me to where I am going now. You are my dream come true!

Her interlocutor looked at him through tears now and after a moment neither spoke. Then it seemed that Granate was preparing to choose the way he was going to proceed and said quite seriously now.

At this moment the girl interrupted the story. She was still hugging Idina, although the following only reminded her to herself ...

- Neherenia, listen to me. Please, sweetheart, listen carefully and remember my words because you should not tell this to anyone among the living. Not yet.

The girl wiped away her tears observing the reflection of her beloved with curiosity. And then he revealed her almost with a whisper, as if he feared that someone might be listening to them.

- There are very tremendous forces out there. Forces so powerful and evil that your dark self was only a pale reflection of them. Things far more terrible than any threat that my parents or their friends have faced. I have seen them and I fear that shortly, all of you will have to face them. I do not know when or how but it will happen. It is written or it will be. In that book ... You must join a very specific group that will know what to do.

- Who? - the bewildered girl asked. -

-You will know when the time comes. - It was the enigmatic reply. -

Here the queen recovered the narrative to tell her farewell to her excited cousin. When Granate told her ...

- I have to go now. My love. We could not share a lot of time together but for me it was enough for a lifetime. - He finished smiling again in a warm way. -

- I will always love you and I will never want anyone else like that. - The sovereign assured her, breaking again to mourn. -

-You will love again and it will be wonderful. Do not hesitate. - He said and asked. - Now, when you return to the Golden, comfort and help my cousin Idina and my parents and my brother, please. And never give in to the lies of the evil that will try to win you for your cause. They will tell you that all this is not worth it but trust me. That's not true, of course he deserves it! Everything will have a meaning. You just promise me that you will always defend justice and good and that you will love and love your friends. I just need to know that to be completely happy.

-I ... I ... I promise. - The shattered girl stammered, unable to stop crying. –

And Neherenia put her lips to kiss the surface of the mirror, her fellow did the same and both agreed separated by that sheet of glass, or at least that seemed because she felt a warm feeling of total happiness that filled her completely, although only out for a fleeting moment. Then, when she withdrew her mouth, she still heard Granate declare.

-This is what I feel now and this is what you will feel when the moment of Transcendence arrives and we come together again. Until then do not forget me, live, love and be very happy. My love.

And his last words dissolved as if from an increasingly distant echo, his image also vanished and Neherenia, kneeling, could only keep her hands glued to the glass for a few more seconds sighing between her tears.

-Goodbye my love. Go in peace. I'll keep my promise. I will always love you…

Idina watched her now with intense emotion, she suffered a lot, yes. Not in vain Granate was her cousin. But by the way her friend had told her that, it was clear that Nehie had really loved her.

-Despite all I was sunk. For a few days I did not want to know anything about any government issue. I did not even eat and I abandoned myself to despair. Only thank goodness that Chibiusa and the Asteroids were there for me. To make me react. -The sovereign confessed. -

-I am so sorry. You are suffering as much or more than me and I have also burdened you with my pain. - The shattered girl apologized. -

-No, do not worry. - Her friend could answer, getting emotional too. - But promise me that you will recover and that you will be that happy and wonderful girl that he loved so much. He told me how much he adored his cousins, how he missed you and particularly told me that what he loved the most was your innocence, your kindness and above all, your joy of living. And I admired the way you were always willing to help and understand people. Please, do not lose all those beautiful qualities ...

Her friend said nothing, laboriously got up, Nehie did it with her and they both sat on the bunk this time. Idina sighed, now complaining with a depressed tone.

- What's the point now? Be a cheer leader, or sing, or dance. How could I do it the way I feel?

Neherenia had no chance to respond. They heard knocks on the door and instantly Heather opened, she came with the head of studies. Melanie asked permission to enter. Both girls got up and the mother of her partner immediately embraced Idina.

-How much I'm sorry, dear. My daughter told me. - She explained, almost as if she wanted to apologize for knowing. -

Mrs. Roberts observed the expression of that poor girl, she was practically gone. That brought back some terrible memories, so many years ago, when they thought Roy was dead, or rather when he died and she could see the faces of Bertie and Connie. Watching that poor girl was like seeing her mother again. And something ignited in Melanie's heart when she embraced the girl with motherly tenderness and revealed her and the rest.

-When we thought your uncle Roy had died, I remember perfectly the faces of your mother and your aunt Bertie. I remember the terrible pain they had to go through. But they overcame it. They went ahead.

-My uncle Roy eventually returned. - The girl could say in a regretful way adding now while sobbing again. - But my cousin will never come back.

-Maybe not. - Melanie put in sweetly to point without revealing too much in Heather's presence. - But t then they did not know neither your mother nor your aunt. And they fought, oh yes! ... you know very well to what extent they did it.

-I'm not as strong as them. - Idina replied with regret. -

-You are darling; believe me, you are. - Melanie stated as she stroked her cheeks. - Now cry and let it go because that is what you should do. But I'm sure the sun will shine again.

-That is true. - Neherenia could smile now at her, especially when she asserted convinced. - Granate would not like to see you like that.

- My cousin always used to make jokes, some very heavy, but he has exceeded this time. - Idina agreed that she could sketch a faint smile remembering some of the silly things that charming thug showed. -

Heather also hugged her friend and so, at least they could comfort her among all, helping her to lie down so she could rest. The next day two saddened Alan and Lance arrived at the Golden, believing that their sister did not know the news, but they soon found out that she knew when she embraced them and burst into tears. Both brothers encouraged her as best they could. Although it was Idina almost the one who had to support more to her brother Alan who was really as sunk or more than her. A calmer Lance, kindly greeted the head of studies and her husband, Mr. Roberts, and briefly chatted with them. Both expressed their condolences. Heather did the same. Although finally the boy went to Neherenia, and after receiving the condolences of this Lance gave her a significant look and invited her with a gesture of his hand to enter a class that was empty.

-I also feel your loss very much. My Beautiful and Gentle queen. - The boy could say with regret, although he surprised her interlocutor when he riveted in the same tone - But we both knew it had to be this way.

-I do not understand what you mean. - She could reply, that, indeed, she was puzzled by those words. -

-Did not he tell you? - Lance asked her in turn, leaving her astonished while he unveiled - when he went to say goodbye to you.

-What do you know about that? - The visibly impacted girl asked. -

-I know Granate warned you. And I know you have not been able to tell anyone that. And trust me when I tell you that there is a very powerful reason. Now you are one of our team.

-But ... What team do you mean?

- We are a few more, that we have a very important command. You see, all the battles and the enemies that our parents, my cousins, my sister and even you have faced, are not the ones to worry about. They are oblivion and Nothing who really should be fought. - The young man explained -

-What or Who are the oblivion and the Nothing? - His astonished listener asked. -

- Now is not the time to talk about that. You only have to know that Granate was right, there is little time and soon they will hover over us. We have to be ready for when the time comes. - The boy sentenced -

-Then I have to tell your sister and the others. - Nehie replied with growing alarm. -

-No, - he replied sharply and stubbornly. - They are completely out of this. They have other tasks to perform. Like you, Nehie. It is not your destiny to attend class this year here.

- How do you say? - the surprised girl barely opposing in disbelief. - If I just got back –

-You'll have to go. Other more important issues are going to claim your attention on the Moon. At least during the following months. Maybe you can go back to the end of the course. Talk to Chibiusa, she has returned from the future and will tell you.

-It is because of my dark alter ego. - The girl said in a concern tone. -

-That does not matter. - Lance smiled with disdain affirming. - As far as I know, she has already fulfilled her purpose. I do not think she bothers you anymore. And if she does, you can easily deal with her.

-I do not understand. - The bewildered girl answered. - How can you be so sure of that?

-My sources of information are very good, the best. – He said with a lot of confidence to the astonished girl. - Let's say that you have a story to live and my sister another. At least for much of this year. In the end we'll see ... maybe you can meet again.

Neherenia began to realize that this boy knew much more and he was not going to tell her. At least if she did not agree to follow his instructions, so she said seriously.

-Okay, tell me what do I have to do.

Lance smiled, after a few minutes' talk the two said goodbye. And things stayed that way. The following day the funeral for Granate and other fallen ones in the space was celebrated. Both Idina and Neherenia attended together with the other relatives and friends of the deceased. Nehie could even speak in an aside at the end of the ceremony with the dejected parents of the boy. Later, and to the surprise and sadness of her friend Idina, she revealed that she, due to some serious matters in her kingdom, could not attend that year in the Golden. But she expected to be examined remotely to approve. Both said goodbye with emotion and Nehie returned to her world.

The course continued without apparent novelties. In spite of the fact that, a short time later, news of the disappearance of that enormous ship in which the remaining cousins ​​and friends of Idina traveled arrived to the Earth. The girl did not want to sink into depression this time. With all her energies and helped by Heather she said to herself that her family would return and she clung to that hope. She wanted to study and overcome any adversity. And she had to set an example of integrity and capacity for struggle. Not in vain was she now a student of second, one of the main cheerleaders. Tania had graduated and Sally was now the captain of the cheerleaders of the Golden. Idina was the vice-captain, overcoming the loss of her cousin and in her memory she won the position because of her aptitude and sympathy. In fact, she was elected by a vote of her colleagues. In addition, both Heather and herself were already very influential members of the brotherhood. After a few months it seemed that the wound from the loss of Granate began to close but she never forgot him. A photo of the boy with the rest of the Justices, from their last performance, presided over the entrance to the room he shared with Heather. But things were going to stop going so well. One day, Idina heard a discussion, came from the office of the Head of Studies. Her friend had chatted with her mother and asked her to wait for her, but things degenerated from what seemed to be a routine conversation. Idina could only hear them diffusely through the door. Although she did not want to be a gossip, the voices they gave were so loud that she even managed to understand most of that dispute.

-How would you like to bring him here, mama? - Heather protested. - I cannot babysit him.

- Like it or not you are his sister - her mother also answered very angry - and you have obligation to take care of him, as we do.

Idina was surprised, her roommate had never told her that she had a little brother. She thought Heather was the only child of her family. The discussion continued and now Heather was taking the floor again.

- Do you know what that means, mom? getting away from everyone, giving up what I have achieved here, they do not forgive those things in the club.

-And you're going to put all that over your family? - Melanie reproached her bitterly - I never thought you capable of something like that. You're cruel. Very cruel and selfish, if you refuse to help I will not consider you as a daughter again, you know that.

The voice sounded like an authentic ultimatum, Idina shuddered when she heard those words

-It's not fair, - Heather answered, who seemed to sob recriminating with a mixture of regret and indignation. - I have no fault that this happened.

- Do I have it then? - Melanie replied in a voice full of anguish and sadness, almost on the point of crying. - Do you think it's easy for your father and for me? We have always done our best for you, we strive to give you everything, even your most foolish whims. We never ask you for anything and now that we need you, you want to turn your back on us.

Heather did not seem to answer, she left the office with watery eyes while listening to the voice of her mother.

- Come back here right now! We still have things to talk about ...

-I must attend my classes; you always tell me - she shouted through the door to run after. -

Idina tried to reach it and she managed to do it in front of the door of her room.

-What happened Heather? - She asked very worried to her friend who was about to collapse. -

            The girl opened the door and helped her in just in time for her roommate to fall prey to the crying on her bed. Her friend looked at her with an expression of grief and impotence. Idina wanted to help her, whatever it was. But for that she had to know, Heather did not seem very willing to talk. Finally, the patient insistence of her companion paid off.

-My brother- she explained with her voice choked with tears - he is mentally deficient ... when he was born there were complications in the delivery, and his brain was left without irrigation for a couple of minutes.

-Oh my God! - exclaimed Idina. - Poor thing, but why did not you tell me before?

-It's not nice for me to talk about that. - Heather said, explaining to her immediately. - The fact is that now, the residence where he is staying is closed and my parents have not had the chance to find another one yet. He will have to come here and since they do not have time for him due to their work it's my turn to take care of him. You cannot leave him alone, he looks like a baby, we even have to put diapers on him. Idina, I cannot stand it, the club will turn their back on me as soon as they find out. You know that Brad is not like Brent was, they will not admit something like that! I will also have to give up my life while he is here.

-By God, Heather, it will only be a few days, I will help you to take care of him. Do not worry about it.

- Sometimes when his throw temper tantrums, I'm scared - she added - he has no control over his body and he's very strong, he's as tall as my father and ... he once hit me in the eye that almost left me one-eyed. I will not be able to control him. And I'll have to move to his room to take care of him.

-Everything will be fixed- Idina cheered her up with the sweetest voice she could. - Together we will take care of him.

- You would do something like that for me! - Her companion sobbed between hopeful and incredulous. -

- You and Nehie are my best friends. In good times and in bad times we have always been together. You supported me when I needed it the most.  I would do anything for you. - Idina nodded, sentencing - of course I will do it.

Heather hugged her and ended up giving free rein to her crying, her companion wiped her tears with a handkerchief and said affectionately.

-Now go tell your mother that everything is fixed.

Her friend smiled broadly giving her a kiss on the cheek and ran to the office of the head of studies ...

They had already passed a few months in the kingdom of the New Moon. Despite the sadness and her own pain, Neherenia overcame and assumed her queenly duties again. He remembered even what Lance told him the previous year, when she had to face her dark self. To that bitter woman full of hatred and rancor. That alter ego in which she would have converted had it not been for Chibiusa and the Asteroids. When she thought about it she could not believe it yet. Idina's brother told her that incredible story. That other queen of the New Moon grew up alone, without friends, with her reflection as the only company. Somehow that clouded her mind. But there must have been something else, a dark presence that possessed her, leading her to evil. In this way she fed on the dreams of her own subjects with the idea of ​​staying eternally young and beautiful. She finally invaded Elision, the kingdom of Earth and kidnapped Helios, the guardian of dreams. She wanted to get her wish granted. But between Sailor Moon and the rest of the sailor managed to lock her in the mirror. However, someone helped her out. Lance told her that a Sailor called Galaxy, a much more terrible enemy, that finally was also healed by Queen Serenity. She was the one who wanted to use her as a mere puppet. Nehie was very curious about that, even if she did not dare ask Chibiusa or the sailor asteroids anything. At least until recently when they went to say goodbye before leaving for the future. When she gathered courage and took the opportunity to open up with Princess Usagi Chiba and her escorts. They told her that when her other self was purified, they returned her to childhood. It was as if all that terrible history never happened. Then, looking back and recalling that episode of her childhood was when Nehie remembered having met her friends of the White Moon. From that day they watched over her to prevent her from becoming that kind of monster. They even gave her the power to be a warrior. And there it was. From the moment she knew the truth, she promised himself that she would do anything to correct that.

-My duty and my people are above anything else. And that includes me. - She said with determination. - There is a lot of work to be done and I will do it well.

Of course she was aware of her responsibilities in her own kingdom and knew that she had to stay on the Moon, at least for a while. However, she missed the familiarity with her friends and her activities at the university. Instead she had long and boring government sessions, receptions, and so on. Although her experience on Earth served her something. She immediately ordered that the fashion that ruled her palace be updated. That of wearing dresses that looked like eighteenth century was over and decided to set an example. Not that she walked around with jeans or a miniskirt but now she wore suits and even much more blouses of the twenty-first century. Except of course, when she had to dress according to protocol. One afternoon she called her personal maid on the intercom

-Anaris. Could you come to my stays for a moment?

-Immediately, Your Majesty - The girl replied. -

Faithful to her word, the young blonde soon appeared there. She wore that long skirt up to her ankles with that wide waist. And that bodice with the same green ocher tone. Nehie looked her up and down and asked.

-It is just curiosity. Do you always wear that kind of clothes?

- Oh no, Madam! This is the kind of wardrobe that the knight of the Lune demands from us to take care of the protocol. - The young woman replied. -

Observing the girl who was a few inches shorter than her, Neherenia then raised her hand to her chin. She was thinking about something. And apparently she had an idea given that she smiled in a somewhat mischievous way. Then she said in a totally natural tone to the amazement of her maid.

-Anaris, undress ...

-Excuse me, Majesty? - Inquired the embarrassed young girl. -

-That you take off those horrible clothes. – Nehie insisted. -

The poor girl's face was a whole poem. Totally flushed, she looked at her sovereign without being able to believe what she was hearing. However, it was an order from the queen and she set out to fulfill it. This one, being aware of the violence of the situation for that girl, added with joviality.

-Do not be afraid. You have seen me naked number of times. It is not bad at all. Also, I assure you that my purposes are totally honest.

-You are the queen; my duty is to obey all your requirements. - The aforementioned could babble as she stripped little by little of that complicated wardrobe. - Whatever you ask, I am your servant.

And after the dress, bodice, petticoats and some other pieces, the girl was in underwear. This one at least was more modern, Nehie thought. The queen then opened a closet and took out some clothes. She immediately commented to her maid.

-Try this, please. Princess Chiba and the Ladies Asteroids bought it from me on Earth years ago. But I grew up and it was too small for me. However, it is still not old fashioned.

The bewildered woman obeyed. She put on a short red skirt up to her knees and a vanilla blouse that fit very well with her blond hair pulled back in an intricate bun.

- And for God's sake! - Nehie sighed undoing that hairstyle to release the hair of the astonished maid. - Take this out, you look like a grandmother! Don´t you know how pretty you are?... so no boy was going to be aware of that if you wear that look.

And before the blush that gripped the poor young girl, Nehie smiled warmly to declare.

-From now in this palace dress has been finished as it was two hundred years ago. I want my subjects to be able to be free in that and in other aspects.

-Excuse me, your Majesty. –The girl dared to mutter. - Should I leave like this then?

-Well, for today you put on that bag of potatoes again. Tomorrow I will publish a royal edict to reform the rules of etiquette in the palace. - Neherenia affirmed that she asked the girl with obvious interest. - Anaris, I want you to respond to one thing and be honest. Forget for a moment that I am the queen.

-What ... you say, Ma’am. - The poor girl stammered. -

Nehie sighed looking at the ceiling. It would be difficult but we should try. So she asked.

- Are you happy being here? ... I mean my service in the palace.

-Oh, of course! It is a great honor for my family and for me. – Anaris hastened to answer-

-I did not ask you that ... I meant you, personally. Are you happy?

The girl then looked down and took a moment to respond gently.

-My Lady ... you are very kind to me. You have always treated me well. And for me it is a pride to serve you. Although I miss my parents sometimes. They live in the growing sector two and I can see them little.

-They should come more often here. - The sovereign said who added also. - And you can take some days off. At least since I've been on Earth you've had the chance to go and see them. - She supposed the sovereign.

However, the young woman kept her head down to barely dare to whisper ...

-It is that ... the rules dictate that the royal waitresses must remain in the palace if they are not required by the queen when she is absent. Our obligation is to be available by the time your Majesty returns, at any time ... and visits from abroad are not allowed if there is no royal permission.

Now it was Nehie's turn to be shocked. When she had assimilated that, she said incredulously.

- Are you telling me you have not left here since I left? ...

The young woman nodded shyly.

- Tomorrow you will take a month of vacations. - Neherenia stated. -

-But, Ma’am. - She could mutter raising her eyes. - I ...

-I said from tomorrow! - The sovereign snapped. -

Although she immediately softened her gesture and tone to add.

-Forgive me. I did not want to be so abrupt. Now change your clothes and go find the protocol Chamberlain. You will tell him that I want to see him here immediately.

-As you command, your Majesty. - The girl replied. -

Then she proceeded to change as Neherenia added.

-It is something intolerable. Why do not you tell me before?

- Your Majesty has many other important matters to attend ... - The questioned replied. -

Neherenia approached the young woman and placed her hands on her shoulders to affirm with a smile.

-Listen to me, Anaris. You are one of my subjects. What happens to you is important to me. And from experience I know that being away from the people you love is very hard. So go to see your family. Spend some time with them.

- And who will take care of you? - The concerned maid wanted to know. -

-Don't hurry about that. I am older, I know how to take care of myself. - Her interlocutor affirmed. -

Her maid did not oppose anything to that particular. She finished putting on her previous dress and left. After a while the required Chamberlain arrived. After knocking on the door and requesting an appointment to enter, it was granted.

-Would you like to see me Beautiful and Gentle Majesty? - He inquired after bowing. -

-Yes Armand. - The sovereign commented. - I wish to extend a royal decree. From now on, the rules of protocol and Royal settlement will be changed.

-As you say my Queen. - That guy said, adding with a greasy tone. - And could I know what those changes are going to consist of?

-Of course. - He gave to her interlocutor to detail. - The costumes of the waitresses and royal officials will be updated to the conventional Earth. The regulations related to the forced stay of the service are repealed as long as the queen is absent. Each employee of the Court will enjoy a letter of rights and obligations that is appropriate to current times.

-But Majesty. - He could say that individual, wearing a black coat matching his pants and wearing a white wig. - The traditions of etiquette ...

-They're going to change. - She interrupted him with a slightly mischievous smile. - This smells too much of naphthalene. From tomorrow same the new regulation that I will write this afternoon will be valid. And since it is not a measure for the entire kingdom but only for my Royal household, I do not need to gather the ministers or the parliament.

That individual then bowed respectfully to ask.

-It will be done as you said my Lady. Should I inform the gentleman of the Lune? As Chancellor and Chamberlain Mayor, you must be up to date.

-Yes, take care to inform him. – Nehie, agreed. -

Her chief of protocol withdrew leaving her alone. At last she sighed trying to think what she would write in that new decree and what more measures she could take. In the end she wrote a good article that modernized the previous situation a lot. The days passed and she also offered audiences to disgruntled sectors of her people. Some protested the lack of freedom to travel to the Earth or to undertake activities since the legislation limited them. She gathered in the audience room with them, they were a group of individuals who had been meaning by their criticism towards her ruling. The sovereign then rose from the throne and commented in a more informal tone.

-We'll be more comfortable in the plenary hall. - And having said this, she indicated to her Chancellor. - Chevalier De La Lune. We go to the meeting room.

-At your orders, Majesty. - He agreed. -

The sovereign started up followed by those individuals, three in all. A tall black and thin guy. A woman with brown hair and of average stature and a plump and bald man. In spite of everything they walked looking at each other with distrustful gesture. More when they crossed the long corridor that led them to that room seeing the royal guards who were betting there. The queen herself made a comment not without irony when she noticed.

-Don't worry, my sentries will make sure that you are not in any danger.

None responded. Finally, they entered that plenary hall where Nehie used to meet with the members of her government. Although this time with her was only her loyal Chancellor.

- Take a seat, please. - She asked them. -

The group sat in several leather armchairs that surrounded a large ovoid wooden table. At last it was the knight of the Lune who commented for everyone.

-The present ones, the group called "For the freedom of the New Moon" They asked for audience to their Most Serene Sovereign Majesty the Beautiful and Gentle Queen Neherenia, First of the New Moon ...

-Enough, please. - She asked not wanting to disturb her interlocutors with the full string of their titles and dignities. - I'd like to know what your names are.

The tall, dark-haired man, who seemed to be the leader, spoke then with a hard tone under the appearance of polite moderation.

-Our names are not as important as her Majesty's. But you can call me Basalt.

-I am Zirconia.- The woman replied.-

-And my name is Pirita.- The bald man righted.-

The nickname of that woman was something familiar to Neherenia, however she chose to leave that aside. At once she wanted to be cordial and to the point.

-You are the leaders of a movement that advocates changing the political system of the New Moon. They are also very critical of the politics of our kingdom. I would like you to explain to me the reason for your discomfort ...

And after a few moments that seemed eternal, the leader agreed to it ...

-Your majesty, ... we believe that, being originally citizens of the Earth, that we came here after the first trips to this satellite to found this nation, we deserve to emulate the first parents of the United States. It was that country that first came to the Moon and its regime is a Republic.

-Yes. - That middle-aged woman agreed. - After the arrival of the year sixty-nine there were many more. The public opinion of the Earth was deceived by the fact that no more trips were made after December of nineteen hundred and seventy-two. In fact, what sometimes filtered as extra-terrestrial abductions and flying saucers were nothing but ships that took many people here.

-So it was. And they populated this place. With hard work, the first habitable modules were built. - The plump guy finished. - But that your majesty already knows.

-Yes, I know. - She admitted. - But what does that have to do with the health and prosperity of the kingdom?

It was Basalt who took the floor to declare:

- Madam, you know perfectly the answer. The visible face of the Moon was not repopulated just for two reasons. The first was obvious to any astronomer with a powerful enough telescope. Activity could have been detected. The second, the ruins of the famous Silver Millennium. Those same ones that have been restored to build a more modest palace, but palace after all.

-The seat of the kingdom of the Moon, where my friend Princess Chiba and her ladies Asteroids sometimes spend a few days when they come to see me. - Nehie commented.-

-We know that they travel to the future and that they intend to establish a monarchy not only on the entire Moon but on Earth. - Basalt denounced who then changed his tone to another more temporizing when adding. - However, that does not worry us yet. What infuriates us is the dictatorship that some, like their Chancellor here, have imposed ...

-That's a slander! - De la Lune replied, a guy somewhat in kilos and middle-aged. - The legislation created in the twentieth century for this kingdom is the one which is applied.

- What prevents the citizens ... because we are citizens, Majesty – Zirconita remark. - We do not consider ourselves subjects, neither of yours, nor of anyone ...

-With such disrespect this meeting is terminated. - The offended chancellor interrupted. -

However, Neherenia reached out and silenced him. The queen sentenced ...

-No, I want to hear everything they have to say to me. That's how I promised it. I do not censor other opinions.

The trio who that had risen from their armchairs making a move to leave, sat down again. Now it was Pirita who commented conciliatory.

-At least My Lady you keep your word. We do not say that you are the problem ...

-My Chancellor is a loyal person who has always strived to provide the best for this kingdom. - She said.-

-Your chancellor has done everything in his power to control the citizens of this nation in an ironclad way. - Zirconita said. – We would like him could be left out of this conversation ...

And despite the expression of displeasure that adorned the face of Gillard de la Lune, his sovereign asked him in a kind but firm manner.

-I beg you. Please, leave us alone.

-But Majesty. Are you going to trust these ... individuals? - the outraged politician could say. -

-As much as they have trusted in my word when they agreed to meet here. - She expressed in a clear but cordial way. -

-What you order, my Queen. - The man replied getting up from his chair. - Good morning, gentlemen and lady.

And after bowing to the queen, he left the room maintaining his dignity at any cost. After a few moments Nehie smiled tremulously to say.

-I assure you that he is an honest and loyal person. They judge him very unfairly.

-Majesty. You may think so. - Pirita commented. - But we've known him for years and he never agreed to talk in these terms. For him everything that comes out of palatial orthodoxy is unacceptable.

- In that I must admitted that you are right. - The queen sighed who at once wanted to turn to other matters. - Please, let's try to communicate from a more open perspective.

- That's what we want too. - Basalt assured. - And if you allow it, Madam, we would like to explain our considerations to you.

-Of course. - Nehie conceded. - Go ahead.

And they did it like that. The group claimed more freedom and changes in the model of society. She promised to regulate that in a much more permissive way. Now that she was well acquainted with the working methods of the terrestrials, she was able to organize a more modern and versatile study program and even order the creation of a scholarship fund for those of her subjects who wished to know the Earth. In the end even Zirconia dared to say ...

- Would you be able to even test the political regime of the Moon?

-In what sense? - Her interlocutor wanted to know. -

-In the one of making a consultation to the citizens on if it would prefer an independent Lunar Republic. - That woman answered. -

Even her tablemates looked at her in astonishment. None had thought it appropriate to raise that. At least not yet. Until Basalt intervened to try to qualify ...

-Maybe in the future it would be something interesting to propose. For now, our requests are much more linked to day to day ...

Although what surprised them in turn was the replica of Neherenia who, with visible confidence said.

-Well, I do not see your proposal wrong, Ms. Zirconita. However, it does not depend only on my opinion. I would have to raise it with the Kingdom Council. At first I agree with Mr. Basalt. First we will try to approach positions in the matters that we have discussed. Later I promise to address your proposal to the Council.

The three individuals looked at each other almost unable to believe what they were hearing. It was Pyrite who said when they said goodbye.

-Mrs. We appreciate your time. This meeting has been most profitable.

-I said the same. In return I ask only one thing. That the agitations and acts against the government are limited to what is legally accepted. – She asked in a firm way. -

-As far as we can depend, I guarantee that it will be so. - Basalt asserted. -

And he extended his hand to the sovereign who in a natural gesture shook it. She did the same with Zirconite and Pyrite. At last, when those guys left, Neherenia was alone in that room ...

-Good. Let's see now how can I expose this to my government.

            Nevertheless, she was glad she could get along with these activists. Many things they asked for were not really crazy. But of course, some clashed with the slightly outdated ideas of many of her advisors, including her chamberlain mayor, who at government meetings in the palace did not allow the opportunity to protest, albeit with exquisite gestures and terms.

- Beautiful and Gentle Majesty. - He said obsequiously. - We do not doubt your good intentions, but you cannot give the people so much freedom suddenly. Our kingdom is limited in resources and population.

- According to my data we have an area comparable to a continent of the Earth and our population adds up to just over two million. We are plenty of room. And people, well ... they can always have children. - She smiled. -

- It’s not that easy. Your Beautiful and Gentle Majesty. - the Minister of the Royal Treasury, opposed. - Our resources are scarce. If we start up those programs that you are talking about, we will have to raise taxes.

-Yes. - The industry minister agreed to support his partner. - And our mineral resources and other deposits are not so rich as to get so much income.

But Nehie did not shrink from those difficulties. Not in vain she had spent days and days studying data from the Moon. At least the part that she governed, and she could respond with well-founded knowledge of cause.

-We will have to negotiate with the governments of the Earth. - She answered alleging - our alliance with them is very important. Although it is still at an unofficial level. But Queen Serenity told me some time ago that the time to reveal our existence is near. So, still limited by official secrecy, we can trade and sell our deposits there. We have silver and precious stones in abundance. Although it is convenient to export them little by little, so as not to lower the prices too much. And do not forget the plans to promote companies in our world, or tourism when the time comes. With proper marketing we have a lot to offer.

- Yes, but our habitat is limited. - the minister of the environment opposed with the expression of a doubt. -

-I want a study to be prepared on this topic and that they begin to adapt many more areas such as parks and nature reserves. Bring even vegetation and nutrients from the Earth to expand the living area we have. - Nehie replied that now she did not stop consulting data and graphics adding. - And there is the plan that the Masters Corporation has carried out. In exchange for our support for your ship to make technical stopovers here, they have paid for the construction of the domes and the installation of those gravity generators. That has made us gain a huge extension for crops and green areas, a lung of oxygen and an atmosphere. – She riveted with patent optimism. -

- Yes, but in spite of those great advances, our water reserves are not too abundant, majesty - one of the ministers was allowed to inform. -

-That can be solved. If we source from the Earth. Or from nearby comets. - The sovereign replied. - And hopefully we can locate the mythical spring of the Moon! - She smiled not really counting on that, but at least he brought some sense of humour to that soporific meeting. -

-But that does not stop being almost a legend. - He was opposed by another of his bored counsellors. -

The sovereign sighed, really that kind of meeting was very tedious, especially when trying to update her ministers. It was supposed that they should be the ones to advise her by proposing ideas, not the other way around! Now she was grateful for the experience she had acquired in her Golden classes, where she had to do papers and presentations to discuss a wide variety of topics. How important it was to have a good education! This was stated she made.

- In my case I am very fortunate because of the opportunity I have had and I still have to study on Earth. I think it's something that every citizen of the New Moon should have the right to do. And that brings us to the consultation that these activists have asked me.

-But Majesty! -  De la Lune rose with a patent gesture of horror. - That is inadmissible. It is an act of treason.

-I do not see it like that. - The sovereign challenged. - Let's say that if we win that consultation my legitimacy will not be questioned again.

-And what happens if we lose it? - The interior minister inquired. -

-Well, the people of the Moon will have spoken and they will not want me as a queen. Maybe then I will stand in the elections. - She smiled. -

And any other opinion had to be parked when the minister of foreign affairs took the floor after receiving and reading a note that had brought him one of his subordinates

-My Gentle and Beautiful Queen. A ship from outer space requests to be received. It says it comes from the Planet New Vegeta and come on a diplomatic mission.

Neherenia allowed herself another fleeting smile. So Queen Serenity had kept her word. She did not expect less, since the Sovereign of Earth and Moon promised her that she would speak with the queen of the saiyajin so that they would send someone in order to formalize a treaty of friendship and alliance with that planet. Thus, another pressing problem, the possible defence of the Moon in its hidden face, was solved. In fact, Nehie's army did not exceed ten thousand components. It hardly had military strength and despite the pact with the Earth she wanted to secure her back with more allies. The space warriors, from what she knew of knowing Roy and his son Leval, were a very powerful race. Although she had not seen them in action, the testimonies of the sailors gave her faith in that. So, she immediately asked.

-When do they arrive?

-In a matter of five or six hours, Majesty. - His foreign minister replied. -

-Well, let's finish with the order of the day soon, Chamberlain. - The sovereign ordered to indicate all her government. - I want us to offer a magnificent reception to that warrior. But let it be at the time sober. For what they have told me about them and their customs are very Spartan people.

-It will be done as you order, Majesty. - The Chamberlain obediently replied. -

-And as our last point of the day, there are the visits that your Majesty has expressed the desire to do. - Underlined the interior minister -

-Yes. I want to know my people well and where my subjects live. Knowing what problems, they have but finding out about them. They will appreciate that their sovereign will listen to them.

-That is very praiseworthy, majesty. - The minister of the interior was able to respond by making a reverence. -

And after discussing some more points, after a couple of hours the meeting was terminated and Neherenia set out to prepare the reception for her guest ...

-I must work without rest, for all of them, for me ... for you, Granate... - She sighed with melancholy thinking. - I will not faint again. Fortunately, Chibiusa and the Asteroids were here to get me out of that.

She remembered those days after the death of her beloved. She went and came almost like a zombie without hardly paying attention to the affairs of State. Just a couple of days after the funeral she entered her rooms. There, that facade of a dynamic and almost business woman who had forced herself to show to others fell completely. Now she sighed looking at her mirror. The last place where she could see the reflection of her beloved Granate. She barely faced it, seeing herself she could not stand it and she saw herself crying, while saying a faint smile.

-Forgive me, Granate. Despite what you told me, I could not be strong enough.

Now she thought about those ill-fated moments, after learning about the boy's death. She remained in a state of prostration such that she did not want to leave her room for two whole days. Her waitress, Anaris, knocked on the door and opened it.

- Do you give your permission, majesty? ... My Lady ... Are you okay?

Neherenia did not respond, she just looked at herself in that big mirror and cried, barely mumbling.

-I will never separate from you ...

-My lady ... - the blonde maid could whisper. -

But the queen did not even look at her. That girl, evidently frightened, went out of there looking for the Senior Chamberlain. After a while, she returned accompanied by the gentleman Gillard de la Lune who appeared in the rooms after knocking on the door.

-Majesty. Do you feel indisposed? - Inquired with prevention.

Now she did look at him, although through tears she managed a sardonic smile, shaking her head and saying.

-Indisposed? ... Yes ... I may be, for life ... leave me alone.

-But Madam, the full audience is soon to ...

He could not say more, Neherenia cut him off with a cry full of rage and pain.

- Leave me alone I said!

During tense and embarrassing moments none of her interlocutors uttered a word. Anaris was tempted to approach to try to help her sovereign, but the gentleman of the Lune grabbed her gently with one arm and shook her head. It was Chamberlain himself who, with a soft and respectful tone, replied at last.

-As you like, your Majesty.

And he instructed the maid to leave. They closed the door leaving their sovereign there. Nehie really did not know how much time passed when she heard the door reopen. She looked disinterestedly observing that they were Chibiusa and the Asteroids. Then she smiled, making a grimace of pain in her wet features.

-Nehie! - Chiba Princess whispered going to her. - I'm so sorry ...

Her guardians kept a prudent distance after closing the door of the royal rooms. None spoke. However, they all showed faces full of consternation, watching the sovereign of the New Moon on her knees before that mirror she now embraced.

- No - the shattered queen replied, almost with a whisper. - All is right ... he is here, with me ...

The asteroids looked at each other with deep concern. That seemed to revive the nightmare of the past! Neherenia tied to that mirror. Luckily this one was blessed by Helios and the Silver Crystal. It would not bring her any harm. Although it could be that she herself propitiated it if she keeps on maintaining that attitude. What if that had upset her? ...

-My dear friend. You must get over it. I know how hard it has to be for you. Chibiusa told her, kneeling beside her. - I beg of you, Nehie ...

-Do you know he sang me a song? - She smiled now as if she did not listen to her friend's pleas, to hum. - A sky full of stars. And he told me that I was the most beautiful of all ... And another song more ... He wanted me to take his hand and be loved ... And I loved him ...

Chibiusa could not stop the tears falling on her, observing the pathetic state her dear friend was in. But she could not leave her like that. She noticed her with curly hair, and the clothes unchanged since maybe a couple of days ago. At once she tried to overcome herself by ordering her guardians.

-Sailor Ceres, look for the Chamberlain, tell him to gather the council of ministers. I'll take care of everything. Sailor Juno, find the queen's maid and make her come right away. Sailor Vesta, take care to fill the bathtub with hot water. Sailor Palas, look for clean clothes ...

-As you say your highness. - They re-united the four in unison, obeying immediately. -

And the princess of the White Moon got up trying to get the queen of the New Moon to do the same.

-I know it's very hard, but you cannot continue like this. This is over, Nehie ... You must be yourself again ...

However, the defendant shook her head, refusing to get up. Even with the plaintive and moaning tone, she replied.

- You have not listened to the song that I sang to him ... You have to believe that we are magical ... - Hummed with the broken voice. - That nobody can interpose ....

-No, Nehie, no ... this is not you. - Her friend insisted trying again to get up. - Come on ... you have to get over.

Although now the queen reacted much worse, after giving a shout and pushing Chibiusa throwing her to the ground.

-Noo! – She shrieked facing a crazy look to her friend. - Leave me alone! ... Leave me with him!

Princess Chiba was really scared. Those eyes reminded her too well of another completely different Neherenia. The one who kidnapped her as a child. The one that threw her into the void. She shook her head in horror but quickly recovered. And fear gave way to indignation and anger. She was not going to let her friend ruin her life like that! It had taken too long to raise her and teach her to follow the path of good. No! ... So she stood up immediately and without thinking crossed Nehie's face with a loud slap that knocked her to the ground.

-It's enough! Did you hear me? ... Get up off the damn floor at once. You are a queen! Whether you like it or not, you have obligations and subjects to govern.

-I do not want to, I cannot! - Her interlocutor reacted now sobbing while trying to incorporate with effort to sit on the floor. - Nooo ... you cannot force me ...

-Watch yourself in that mirror, yes look at yourself! - Chibiusa demanded her with evident anger. - Do you think Granate would be happy if he could see you like this? ... Would he have fallen in love with a girl like you to have shown him this face? Now I would believe that you are a spoil. Do not you feel ashamed? Do you dare to think that you are the only one who suffers because of his loss?

The aforementioned now covered her ears and moved her head, she did not want to hear that, she could not stand it. Especially realizing that her interlocutor was absolutely right ...

-We all regret his death. His parents, his brother, his cousins ​​... Your friend Idina! she does not know yet and she will soon return to the university. And she's going to need someone to support her, and that someone is you. Damn it, get out of this nightmare ... act as a sovereign and as an adult woman.

Now Neherenia could only cry and sob, feeling really bad about herself and embarrassed. It took her a while to gather the strength to babble.

-I ... I ... I'm sorry ...

And Chibiusa was not free of tears either. This time she knelt next to that poor girl and hugged her tenderly. She could whisper to her with all the affection she was capable of.

-It's over, it's already happened, Nehie ...

In that Sailor Ceres and Sailor Juno arrived with Anaris and with the Knight Gillard de la Lune. Chibiusa, this time, managed to get up with her friend, both of them helped by Sailor Vesta and Sailor Palas, who had remained apart and overwhelmed by those sad scenes. Although now, recovering her more formal and determined tone, Chibiusa declared.

-Lord Chamberlain, inform the council of the kingdom that your sovereign will not delay in attending to her commitments.

-That's how it will be done, Your Highness, thank you very much. - He replied that making a marked reverence, he left. -

-Anaris. Take care to choose the most appropriate clothes for your majesty, but first tell the kitchen service to prepare a light lunch and bring it here as soon as possible. - Chibiusa ordered.

-Yes, Your Highness. - The girl answered and hurried in turn to fulfil that mandate. -

Meanwhile, the asteroids helped their princess to undress Neherenia and put her in the bathtub.

-I took care of attending to the queen, Your Highness. - Sailor Palas offered, holding a bath sponge. -

-No, leave us alone. - Chibiusa indicated, softening her face now with a smile. - Wait outside and keep the courtiers calm by telling them that everything is in order, if anyone comes to ask.

The guardians obeyed by closing the bathroom door. There, Chibiusa took care to wash her still tearful friend well. In the end, Neherenia gradually took charge of herself. She soon took the sponge and rubbed herself, while apologizing one more time.

-I'm very sorry for my behaviour. It has been unworthy of a queen and what you have taught me. I have disappointed you all. Forgive me…

-You do not have to ask for forgiveness. I know you've suffered a lot. - Her friend replied with an affectionate tone to encourage her. - It's been a terrible nightmare but you're here again ...

- I wish it had been a bad dream that is forgotten upon awakening! - The girl sighed. - But I cannot forget ...

-You should not, but remember him in good times and knowing that he loved you like you loved him. - Chibiusa encouraged her. - I know it is a wound that you will never heal at all, but you will be able to live your life and meet your duties. And you will always have us by your side. Never forget that either.

-Now I am much better, thanks Chibiusa. - Her interlocutor smiled. With another sigh, she commented. - I just wish you were able to do one more thing for me.

-Whatever. – Her friend smiled, waiting for some commission from the State or to meet the council of the kingdom. - Tell me ...

-Would you be so kind as to rub me in the middle of my back? I can´t reach there. -She then asked her hurried friend. -

Chibiusa opened her eyes widely, looked at her in astonishment and then laughed. That infected Nehie and in the end they both burst with laughter, splashing each other with the water from the bathtub. Finally, and after a few minutes the sovereign left the bathroom feeling much better. After drying her hair and combing it, the Asteroids helped her to dress with clothes that Anaris had indicated as the most appropriate. Then she ate the lunch they had brought her since she was very hungry. Her friends accompanied her eating something in turn. And after a couple of hours she was able to meet with her expectant group of ministers and advisers. After a few days she returned to Earth and it was she who was in charge of comforting a shattered Idina. Now she returned to that present moment and after not looking at herself in the mirror she declared out loud.

-Thank you dear friend. You were absolutely right. The best tribute I can make to his memory is to be the kind of girl he fell in love with. Now, enough of feeling sorry for myself, I have many obligations to fulfil and great expectations that I cannot disappoint. I am Neherenia Moonlight, Sailor Shadow, the guardian of the Lunar and Sovereign Mysteries of the Hidden Face of the Moon. In addition to a teaching student in second year ....

Some tears came to her remembering that, so after washing her face and resting a little she prepared to receive that envoy from the Saiyajin ...

On Earth and in the Golden. After talking to her mother, Heather came back feeling better. Her brother would arrive in two days and she had to prepare to take care of him as well as possible, because of this she had to move to a spare room. Idina was distressed that her best friend had to leave her alone but they would see each other every morning. At last the boy arrived, Idina accompanied Heather to wait for him at the entrance of the pavilion. He was tall, very tall. It came from the hand of Melanie who spoke to him with a sweetness typical of that intended for young children.

-Come on Jimmy, give your sister a kiss.

            The boy bent down to kiss Heather's cheek awkwardly, Idina smiled kindly, catching the boy's gaze.

-Friend Tata! - He exclaimed, since that was what he called his sister. -

-Yes, my name is Idina - she presented herself increasing her smile. - How are you?

-Kiss- he said bending down to the girl's right cheek, and planting more than a kiss a lick. -

Slightly drooling but undamaged Idina opened her eyes, she had been involuntarily scared by the speed with which that boy had thrown himself at her. Melanie left a handkerchief apologizing at once.

-I'm sorry, he is very affectionate, Jimmy, do not make mommy angry.

The boy tried to walk awkwardly towards his mother but she led him to Heather.

-You must go with your sister, with the tata. Come on, mommy has to go.

-Come with me Jimmy. - Heather indicated with evident dispassion in her voice. -

Giving him her hand and followed by her companion, Heather took him to his room, where he sat on a bed while Idina offered to try to help.

-Don't worry- Heather thanked her - I'll take care of him.

Jimmy had been playing with the zipper of his pants and caught the attention of the girls.

-Willie! he said laughing while exhibiting something that did not agree at all with that diminutive. -

Idina and Heather were stunned. The first blushing at that show and looking away and the second getting furious. She hit her brother in the head with the first magazine she found.

-You're a piggy, that's disgusting, put it in, now ...

Jimmy moaning like a beaten dog hid what he did not have to aerate. Idina visibly pitying him tried to calm her friend.

-Let's calm down, it's not so bad, he does not do it with ill will.

-Oh God! - Heather said trying to calm down and with a voice very affected by shame and worry. - I am so sorry...

-I told you that no harm was done, I also have brothers and I have seen them naked more than once! - her partner laughed trying to de-dramatize the situation. -

-Imagine If he would do something like that in public, in front of everyone. I cannot bear the shame.

-Don't worry - Idina repeated - it's not going to happen any of that ...

Jimmy was still moaning and sobbing, saying over and over again in his tears.

-You do not love me; tata you do not love me ...

-Of course I love you - she replied guiltily with the softest voice she could and hugging him, feeling bad for her previous reaction - but I told you that those things are not right. Come on, we have to eat.

Heather had her brother get up and she fixed his clothes. Idina was impressed with the boy's stature, he walked almost stooped but still surpassed his sister, who was very tall on her own right, in almost one head. She was also surprised at the docility of the boy who allowed himself to be made as if he was a baby. So far he did not match that description of unstable and sometimes furious temperament that her friend told her.

-Do you want me to help you? - Idina offered with her best will. -

-No thank you. - Heather smiled - I can handle it now, here we go Jimmy. -

And holding the boy's hand, she opened the door to her room. Idina followed them to the dining room, they entered and Heather helped her brother to sit down. Jimmy fiddled with the cutlery so his sister had to put them out of reach. Idina sat next to them noticing the looks between stunned, curious and even quite hurtful of some of the students who ate at that time. Those who seemed most laughable were, precisely, members of the Eagle club, three boys and two girls with blue ribbons adorning their heads.

Idina came up to them pretending to go to get more bread and she could hear them.

- Hey! Have you noticed that so handsome groom Heather has won? ... - one of the boys laughed. -

-Yes, I did not think she had those kind of tastes. Although if you are with that guy must be for something. - Another boy agreed to join the laughter. -

- I think we should not laugh - a blonde girl with short hair, who was feeling embarrassed by those comments, said. - We do not know who this poor boy could be and it's obvious that it's not normal, maybe Heather is taking care of him.

-Oh, come on! To that moron -  another blond girl with longer hair, added. - It's disgusting just to see him, look at him. It's pathetic! - Jimmy was drooling on the table, while Heather struggled to clean him and the area where he had the dishes, quite embarrassed. -

-You should be ashamed to say that. -  Idina, who could not take it anymore, intervened. - That boy is Heather's brother and he has brain injuries, would you like a brother of yours to have them?

Everyone fell silent without knowing what to answer. Their partner was already a red ribbon, was above them in the hierarchy and was also very respected and admired by everyone, however one of the boys could say at last.

-Listen. We are sorry, we know it's your friend, Idina, but why are we going to lie to you? It seems an unfortunate spectacle to see it at lunchtime.

-Well, do not look- she said, being pretty angry now. -Nobody forces you to that ...

-We did not want you to get angry - the short-haired blonde whose name was Lory said. She was the only one who had shown some sensitivity, especially when apologizing. - Forgive us please, you're right.

-I hope you do not make fun of him, I ask you as a favour. - Idina asked calmly her tone - Heather is my best friend and I do not want to see her suffer more.

Then she walked away leaving everyone silent, turning to Heather who was feeding her brother with the spoon.

-They were laughing at my brother, right? - Heather whispered to her friend as soon as she saw her arrive. -

-I wasn´t listening to them. - Idina lied, trying not to depress her. -

-Don't worry, I knew this was going to happen, now the entire campus will find out. - She replied with a voice full of sadness. -

-And what happens if they find out? – Her companion declared with a voice full of indifference to that fact. - Whether they like it or not, it's the same for us.

-Thanks Idina. - Heather smiled excited and grateful - you are a friend ...

-It seems so poor to doubt a person because of the mere appearances. I did not think there were people like that. But do not worry, nobody is going to leave you aside, I'll take care of that.

They were still with that business when Millie arrived. When she saw her friends she immediately greeted them.

-How is everything? - She wanted to know with kindness. -

-You see ... - Heather sighed. - I'm taking care of my brother.

-Wow. What's your name? - Millie asked the big man. -

-Jimmy. - Just babbled this one. - You, friend tata ...

-Yeah- The new arrival smiled. - We are friends.

Heather looked at her gratefully and also feeling guilty. Last year she pleaded with her friends not to get together with that poor girl, citing her popularity.

- How stupid and selfish she was. Heather thought. - You're very kind. Thank you very much. - she said with visible recognition. -

Although the possible answer of her interlocutor was prevented, since a boy's voice resounded with shades of cruel mockery from the back of the room.

-Ha, ha! ... you are such for which. The whale has found a boyfriend ...

-Who said that? - Idina exclaimed with evident anger rising from her chair. - Come here and repeat it to me!

A thick silence spread throughout the cafeteria. Nobody dared to say a word. At last Heather asked in a sad tone and a shade of embarrassment.

- Leave it, please. And let's get out of here ...

-Yes, do not worry. Millie who tried to change the subject of conversation. Added. - Do you know anything about Nehie? I have not seen her almost since the course began.

-She had to go back to her country to take care of some business. - Heather told her.

And in the meantime Idina peered into the room with hawk eyes, trying to discern the author of those hurtful comments. But she was unable to do it. Finally, Heather made her brother get up and wanted to take him back to his room.

-I have to eat. - Millie commented. - Then I see you girls. Nice to meet you, Jimmy.

-Goodbye. - He smiled awkwardly. -

And they left while Idina maintained her gesture of indignation.

-Jerks! - She spit. -

- We better ignore them. - Her friend proposed. -

-Not at all. This has to end. – Idina disputed - I am sick and tired of seeing how there are some miserable people who make fun of other people because of their physique or their ideas, or their abilities.

Between these words they came to Jimmy's room, the afternoon passed quieter. Millie saw them again and they chatted a little between classes.

-I would like to do a master's degree in special education when the course ends. - The girl told them. -

-Well, with my brother you have to be able to gain experience. - Heather sighed. -

-He looks like a good boy. - Her interlocutor kindly said. -

-Yes he is. - Idina agreed that she was already in a better mood. -

And after sharing some sandwiches in a now almost empty cafeteria they said goodbye for that day. Heather said good night to her friends and went in to lay her brother down. The next day would be hard and she wanted to face it with renewed strength. Days passed and, in effect, the story reached the ears of Brad who was the new head of the club. He did not seem to like anything, of course it was not like Brent. His predecessor in the position that had been tolerant and fairly fair with everyone. But now the new leader was a very elitist individual and not likely to excuse anyone who was not at his level. He immediately expressed his displeasure at that fact, and said, although not explicitly, that he would not approve of anyone from the club being with Heather. Idina found out about it and that angered her a lot. That day the members of the club who until recently spoke with them and sought their friendship, turned their back in a more or less diplomatic way. They commented on it while they were having lunch in the cafeteria. This time without Millie whose schedules now did not coincide much with theirs.

- Did you see it, Idina? - Heather said sadly – they do whatever it takes to not be near us.

-I see, - she said is very angry but at the same time embarrassed to admit - but what I dislike most is that they do not mess with us, against that you could fight, what they do is ignore us in a friendly way.

-Let it be. Idina. - Her friend asked her rather dejected - you cannot help it, you cannot force them to talk to me.

Jimmy was laughing to see himself reflected in the glasses, playing with them throwing some to the ground. The crash of broken glass took the two girls out of their conversation and ran to clean the floor.

-Ay! - Heather exclaimed as she cut herself with one of the crystals in her hand, blood trickling from the open wound and dripping onto the table. -

- Now you must go to the infirmary to be cured. - Idina advised her friend. -

-It's nothing - her partner smiled, trying to cut the bleeding and not wanting to leave her brother alone. - It's not serious.

-See, do not worry, I'll take care of Jimmy for a moment. – So Heather accepted her friend's offer with a grateful smile and ran off to the infirmary. -

The boy stared at his sister and tried to follow her but Idina caught his attention causing him to look at her and forget that purpose. So, scrutinizing the girl with wide eyes, he asked with his limited language.

-Tata pupa? ...

-A little but they'll cure her soon, - Idina explained kindly. -

- I do not want her to leave. - Jimmy babbled, seeming to be getting angry. -

-No, she is not going away. -The girl explained softly, as she ran quickly to distract that boy. - Look, while the tata returns, we can play. What do you think of the hitting hands?

Idina clasped her hands. Jimmy mimicked her hesitantly, then she spread her hands so he planted his together, but he just stared at her in bewilderment. The girl smiled and took his hands leading them to hers. Heather returned after a few minutes with her bandaged hand and found them playing in this manner.

-It seems that you get along very well with my brother- she smiled happily that Idina took care of him if only for that brief space of time. -

-He is a good boy- she said with her usual kindness. -

-Now we have to go. - Heather declared that grabbing her brother's hand, she led him to his room. Idina got up and accompanied them. -

The rest of the day passed quietly, but the next the club had a meeting. Heather could not go because she had to take care of Jimmy. Idina went promising to her friend that she would tell her everything that was said there. Unfortunately, that promise would be a burden because the conversation immediately led to an unpleasant topic.

-Well, I must call everyone's attention to an annoying topic. - Brad declared addressing the group. -You know that a member of our brotherhood, in short, who has had to neglect her obligations to say to take care of a relative who has serious deficiencies.

-Before that - another of those gathered there added. - We should ask her to leave the club, we cannot allow her to associate with us.

Idina was stunned, she could not believe what she had heard. So she raised her hand to speak, as a red ribbon within the group she was granted the floor right away.

- It's amazing! - She said to everyone, who were listening now with interest - it cannot be true what I'm hearing. You should be ashamed, but what happens to everyone here? ...

-We know you're a friend of the aforementioned. - Brad answered her softly- and we understand that it is unpleasant for you. But you also understand that the image and prestige of the club is at stake.

- That's why I'm telling you! - Idina exclaimed, taking up the word without letting her leader to finish. -If it occurs to you to exclude Heather, because we are talking about her, so at least have the courage to name her. If you want to separate her from the club for that reason, it will no longer have any prestige.

-But we have no choice but to ask Heather to leave the club - another red-haired girl who had the nerve to propose to her astonished interlocutor, sais- - Knowing that you are her friend you could ask her in order to make it less painful.

- Well, I'm so sorry! - Idina replied very angry. - Because before asking for something like that, I will be the one who renounced to continue forming part of this club of hypocrites. -

And in an outburst she removed her ribbon leaving it on a table and left, all the people looked surprised, they had not expected something like that.

-Really, aren´t you ashamed? Intervened a boy named Paul, who was Idina's classmate. - She's absolutely right, I do not want to stay here either if you're going to act that way -

So he got up and threw his ribbon to the ground, others followed his example. At last Brad and the few who remained looked at each other, the group leader could not take it anymore and said furiously.

-Well, if they want to leave our brotherhood that is their choice. Much better for us.

-I would say that much worse for us, Brad. - Tania, a curly haired redhead who sat next to him, refuted him by declaring. - Idina is very appreciated in the university and she is also famous, if she comments the reasons why she has left our club and the others corroborate them everyone will be on us, and you can believe me, it will be the ruin of the Eagle club.

There was another boy of Asian look named Han who added

- And let's not forget that it was her uncle Roy Malden who, among others, founded this club. And that we recently granted her father Thomas Rodney and her mother Cooan Rodney, the golden ribbons.

- Then what can we do? - Brad asked looking at his companions with desperate rictus. -

-Well, ask them to come back and reverse our purposes- another boy who sat next to him replied. - From now on, admit Heather and give her public samples of our support. The truth is that the more I think about it the more I must agree with Idina, we have been very unfair.

-Okay, - Brad agreed, knowing he was defeated. - Please go after them and ask them to come back.

Both Tania, and the boy, named Francis, ran out to try to catch up with their classmates. Idina was already in her room very sad and angry, then someone knocked on the door, did not want to talk to anyone but hearing the voice of Heather the thing changed.

-Idina, are you there? - Asked by playing with knuckles

Then she got up from the bed she was lying on and opened the door for her, Heather was alone.

-Where's Jimmy? - Idina asked surprised not to see him next to her. -

-It is with my mother, now has a free time and told me to go for a walk, Heather explained apparently very happy with that idea. - How did you do at the club meeting?

-You will see her partner without smiling as was her habit. - I have to tell you something that you will not like.

The smiling expression of her interlocutor was disappearing replaced by another one of desolation as her companion advanced in her story, but when finishing it with her decision to renounce the club, Heather was left with a total expression of astonishment that eclipsed all the others.

-Did you really do that for me? ...- She asked in a voice affected by emotion. -

-I would have done it for anyone and you are one of my best friends – Idina smiled. - I could not do that to you, at least I did not.

-I do not know what to say. - Heather replied without being able to avoid crying -...

The two embraced excitedly until they heard knocks on the door. Idina got up and told them with unkindness.

-I do not want you to bother me.

-We are us. - Paul's voice replied in a very conciliatory tone and full of satisfaction, especially when he told you. - When you left us, we followed your example and in the end the others gave in. - Brad wants to apologize to you.

Idina opened the door like an exhale and left with Heather. After a few minutes to learn a lot about what happened, both girls agreed to return to the Club.

In the kingdom of the New Moon, the audience was ready. Neherenia waited, disguising her anxiety well. In spite of the fact that she was really looking forward to finishing that marathon day and after making this alliance official, she could not show signs of fatigue or weakness. And even less of impatience. She waited, then, sitting on her throne with an impassive air until the chamberlain announced while the great doors of the saloon opened and a man entered.

-The plenipotentiary ambassador of the planet New Vegeta.

That boy was pretty attractive and beefy. He wore a long brown hair that almost reached his shoulders and was raised above his head, seeming to defy gravity, made a slight nod in greeting and replied. Observing the surroundings with his blue eyes watching. As if awaiting some kind of unexpected attack. He wore a white breastplate and a tight blue suit, topped with white boots. He also wore a white cape and on the chest, on the left side was marked a badge with two crossed sabres sheets. He also had a visor attached to his right temple. Approached with safe and even haughty gait. When he reached about three meters from the stairs that gave access to the throne he respectfully bowed his knee before the sovereign and said.

-My name is Doran Derail. From the planet New Vegeta. Son of Calix Derail and Seira Sayanto. Envoy Plenipotentiary of their Majesties King Lornd Deveget and Queen Setsuna Meioh. On a diplomatic mission to the kingdom of the New Moon.

-It's a pleasure to receive you in my World. - Neherenia smiled at him, who was sitting by the label's name to ask him kindly. - Please, get up.

The Saiyajin obeyed right away. Meanwhile, the queen, now, could get up once her interlocutor did and even descend the stairs to speak closer. That was a gesture that implied to the whole court the importance of that newcomer. With almost nobody a similar familiarity was allowed.

-Nice place. - Doran commented to whom his own sovereign had ordered him to be courteous and kind at all times. -

-I thank you very much - Nehie replied that she became interested in her guest. - Did you have a good trip?

-Yes, thank you, your Majesty. - Saiyajin replied with a slight smile and seeming to remember told her. - Before arriving I stopped in a large ship, an asteroid, and I was able to exchange some words with its crew.

- Really? - She said with a curiosity that in vain she tried to hide. -

The Saiyajin extracted something from his breastplate, it was a small golden disk that he gave to the sovereign as he told her.

-One of them, a saiyajin like me, asked me to give it to you, ma'am. I must say that he was very kind to let me hear and I was amazed. You are a magnificent singer.

The sovereign looked at that record and tried not to get excited, but she could barely contain the tears. There would be the songs that she sang to Granate, and possibly the ones he sang in turn to her when they shared that afternoon at the karaoke of the great land ship. Nehie gave her own album to the boy's parents during the funeral and had no copy. She caressed that little golden circle when she finally could not help but cry. Doran watched her stunned and then said gravely and worriedly.

-If I have offended you in any way, I beg your pardon, Majesty.

-No- she denied with a smile to rebut. - On the contrary, this is very valuable to me. Forgive me, I implore you. I know that a queen should not get carried away by feelings, but this has reminded me of the recent loss of someone I loved very much.

-The power of love is great because of what I see. – The saiyajin could say that he already knew that story, since Leval referred to him on the ship but he prudently acted as if he ignored it and only sentenced - our sovereign always says it.

-So is. - Nehie agreed offering the palm of her hand that the saiyajin covered with his as it was mandatory. - And she is absolutely right.

           In this way they both went to the meeting room followed by the Royal Chamberlain and some other member of the court. There the ministers waited and two large books arranged on the long wooden table that presided over that room. Two red taffeta chairs were arranged facing each other on either side of that table. The queen took a seat while her guest did the same. Neherenia then commented to him.

- Here are the terms of the treaty. In the language of the Saiyajin and the language of the Moon. Also in English and Japanese. Two languages ​​of the Earth. I beg you to check it for as long as you like. It expresses the wishes of mutual friendship, cooperation and defence between our kingdoms.

After spending a couple of minutes reading over the main clauses, Doran nodded. He did not want to stop to read in more detail judging it as a lack of courtesy, or even worse, of trust. In that their sovereigns had been very clear. He should not give the slightest hint of doubt or distrust of his new allies. Although given his suspicious nature, a quality he undoubtedly inherited from his mother, the noble guardian and adviser to Queen Meioh, it was so difficult for him. But after the process signed on behalf of their kings and the sovereign of the Moon he did the same. Now, showing a big smile, Neherenia told him cheerfully.

-Well, once we have resolved the negotiations, allow me to treat you with a dinner.

-I thank you, Majesty. Space warriors are always hungry - he smiled -

And following his hostess they went to another room where another large table set with porcelain tableware, glasses of fine crystal and silverware was already prepared. Fortunately, Doran had conscientiously trained his manners at the table and other matters of protocol. It was the queen herself who meticulously instructed him. He still remembered when his mother told him that it was the sovereign's desire to prepare him for such a high mission ...

The young man was training with a couple of other warriors when his mother claimed him. Without taking more than a few minutes, he arrived at the palace's anteroom. There, Seira Sayanto, the queen's guardian and her mother received him with a serious and scrutinizing countenance, but at the same time showing an undisguised pride. Her dark hair fell into a strand over her right eye, and she pulled it off so she could see clearly, she told the boy.

-Doran. Your Majesty has commissioned you a mission.

-Very well, mother. - He replied enthusiastically to ask - Against whom should I have to fight?

-I am afraid that is something more important than a simple combat, my son. - Her interlocutor pointed out to him in a tone that was somewhat baffled to admit. - The truth is that I have been serving Queen Meioh for years but I still cannot understand her. While she has proved to be wise and caring beyond any measure and strong at the same time.

-Then mother. What should I do?

-You must travel to the Moon, the satellite of planet Earth. There you will represent our sovereigns.

-Me? - The boy was surprised, pointing to himself in the chest with one of his fingers. - But I'm a warrior, not a diplomat.

-It is the command of the kings. And you have been educated in many of the customs of the Earth. The queen asked me that. And as a loyal servant I executed her wishes.

The boy remembered that, indeed, from his childhood, in addition to learning to fight in the style of Saiyajin and the customs of his people, he had been educated by his mother and even in the company of some of the children of the sovereign herself. The truth is that the queen imposed, even a warrior of space was someone who radiated strength and temperament, quieted by a look full of wisdom and time of kindness. His own mother who was one of the most powerful warrior women in his world had always praised the sovereign and highlighted her great power. The queen spoke with a repose of great knowledge and serenity and he had always felt but intimidated if very impressed when he was before her. He had had the privilege of being close and of being even educated by the monarchs and of course, as a faithful subject, he would do anything that was demanded of him. In that his mother added.

-It will instruct you in the customs and ways of the Earth at its maximum level. He told me that King Lornd's trust in you is total. Much of the future of our world will depend on what you do. Now you must present yourself before them. But first change, you wear the protocol battle chest. - Seira now righted more as a mother than as the queen's counsellor. –

The boy obeyed, after washing and changing after a few minutes he was knee-deep in front of the throne room. He could ask after bowing his head with total humility.

-Your Majesties, did you send for me?

- Yes Doran. - The king replied - we have a very important order for you.

- In what you send I will serve you. - The boy proclaimed. -

- You must leave at once for Earth - The queen ordered him. - There you will serve us as ambassador. You will sign a treaty of friendship and reciprocal help with the kingdom of the New Moon. You have been educated in customs and ways of human behaviour and in everything we trust you. Your word will be ours there.

- You honour me, my queen. - The boy could replenish visibly flattered. -

- As we know that you will honour our world. First of all be cautious and a loyal friend of the kingdoms of the Moon and Earth. And another mandate we give you. Protect your sovereigns. To those of the White Moon and especially to the queen of the New Moon. - Setsuna indicated. -

- With my life, Majesty. – The warrior said -

- We wish you luck in your mission. First you will go to the Court of the New Moon. There you will seal the pact with Queen Neherenia. - The king explained. -

Doran nodded, bending his knee again to his sovereigns. The hearing ended and he was prepared to fulfil his mission. Soon he left. His trip to the solar terrestrial system was somewhat hectic. His capsule had some problems due to a great gravitational force that he suffered passing near the largest planet of that system. He then detected a huge spacecraft, built in a meteorite. The space warrior communicated with her and to her satisfaction it came from Earth. He was welcomed for a few hours and had the privilege of meeting the nephew of King Lornd, who was traveling there. He explained what had happened, how they had been attacked by enemy forces and that the sovereign of the New Moon had visited them. Also that story that had so excited Neherenia. He thought about that while chatting with her during dinner. Doran was careful not to eat too much, Queen Meioh warned him that the voracious appetite of his race almost scared the humans. In spite of everything he ate four different dishes plus the dessert and could observe the faces of the courtiers of the lunar sovereign who did not come out of their disbelief. The same Nehie looked without being able to believe it. And so it was she who admitted, overcome by amazement.

-The appetite of space warriors is legendary. Something had been told to me. But now that I see it, I still cannot believe it.

- Do not believe it majesty. Today I have not eaten too much - the saiyajin replied sincerely. -

And that made her interlocutor laugh fun. Before the astonished gesture of her guest of honour. The truth is that she embellished herself even more when she did it. The dignitaries of the Moon themselves kept an uncomfortable silence, not being sure what they should do. It was Nehie herself, who finally dominating her urge to laugh, apologized.

-I am sorry. I do not mean an offence. I can´t imagine how it will be like when you are hungry!

-Don't worry, Majesty. - Doran smiled in turn. – You do not offend me. On the contrary, seeing you laugh is something wonderful. And you honour your title. No doubt you are beautiful and gentle, my queen.

Neherenia stopped smiling now and it would seem that her face darkened a little. Those words sounded the same way Granate told her soon after they met. Although she forced herself to recover quickly and exhibit a more animated gesture. She was with her guest and had to fulfil her obligations. The saiyajin who observed this change tried to fix it in a jovial tone to confess.

-Majesty. Queen Meioh would surely censure me for having eaten too much. Although my mother always told me that the warriors of space must have an appetite, which is something inherent in us. We are of a very high metabolism.

-Our mother will surely miss you so much. - She replied, trying to redirect the issue. -

-My mother is the guardian and personal adviser of our sovereign. - He told her and he added with pride - The strongest woman in our world after her majesty.

-Even more than you? - Nehie was interested. -

-Not today - He smiled that seemed to remember with some degree of nostalgia when he told her. - But both she and my father trained me very hard since I was able to stand up.

And as the queen of the New Moon expressed her interest, the boy told her some anecdote of his youth ...

He was on the floor, bleeding from his nose and lip, having fitted another blow. The boy could not believe it, it was impossible to anticipate. His mother had knocked him back with another punch when he wanted to attack her head on. He rose again and launched himself against her disappearing and reappearing like a spark, but his adversary dodged the kick that the boy threw and letting him pass another shake that hit the boy's stomach. He fell to his knees in pain and after several arches vomited all breakfast. While the woman was shaking her head and snapping.

- No! bad ... – She criticized him as long as with one foot she pushed his head and finished knocking him to the ground -

Doran, in turn, recovered breathing with agitation, another warrior landed at his side. It was his father, who, in a funny tone, addressed the woman.

-Well, Seira. Do not be so hard on him. The boy is only twelve years old.

-Are you kidding? - She retorted, watching him with those twinkling dark eyes as her black hair twitched. - At his age I had already learned to protect myself better. This very crazy boy attacks without any kind of prevention.

-I do what any saiyajin should do when he fights. Do not be afraid. - The boy defended himself -

Although his mother shook her head disapprovingly to ask him.

-Let's see. What have you learned from your defeat? Why have you lost?

-Because a warrior must go for it when he fights. - Could say the kid who could barely stand up admitting ashamed. - And I doubted

-A warrior must always know where the blows are going to come from. - Answered Seira in a lapidary way. - Never doubt. Anticipate yourself! And do not try to show your lack of fear with precipitation. That is not bravery. It is stupidity. Then you maybe can face me.

-That is not easy, mother. - Doran objected affirming charged of reason. - You are much stronger than me.

-Nobody said it's simple. - She replied crossing her arms to add. - Why do you think our sovereign defeated me when I challenged her for the right of pairing with the king?

-Our queen is someone amazing. - Calix intervened without hiding his admiration. - Same as our sovereign. Son, you must strive with all your strength to be worthy to serve them.

-That's right- - Seira, agreed and told her offspring. - Queen Meioh was able to guess my attack, even though I was much faster and stronger. But that did not stop her from defeating me without even needing to touch me.

Now the boy's face expressed amazement. He could not understand that. How was that possible? His mother was a formidable warrior, one of the few who reached the level of super saiyajin and she manages to defeat him comfortably without even bother to transform.

-I do not understand, mother. How was that possible? - He could say visibly embarrassed. -

The stern coach finally let out a flash of a smile. Taking a towel, she approached his son and with more delicacy of the employee in the training she dried the blood and cleaned his face a little. Then, with the consent of her husband, she addressed the boy and revealed him.

-Our queen, like our sovereign, dominates the power of Love. That power is enormous, son! Once I asked her how she managed to control herself and she told me that it is something uncontrollable.

-But that does not make sense. If nobody cannot control it how she dominates it? - the boy who understood less and less that, commented. -

-It's true, apparently she does not have it - his father teased his hair with affection to add - But it's true. Thanks to that power I was able to defeat your mother and married her.

-I mean, if I understood correctly, love cannot be controlled, but when you possess it, it makes you stronger. Is it like that?

-Something like that. - Seira granted looking fun now. -

-And how should I train to achieve that? Should I fight more?

-It's a different kind of fight. It is not a matter of concentrating energy or throwing punches. It is something more complicated. - His father said and added. - You're still too young, but when the time comes you'll understand. How we finally got to understand you, your mother and I. – He sentenced while holding a hand of his wife. -

-is it the same as Aiona does when she is with Prince Bralen? - The boy wanted to know because he observed that his older sister seemed to be more motivated and that even her eyes shone as many times as she could practice with the second son of the kings. - Does she practice how to control that power?

-Yes son. Something like that. - Calix admitted that now seemed to be full of pride when declaring. - And if she deserves it, maybe one day she can join him.

-She will. - Seira affirmed convinced. - Our daughter has that power inside her.

And Doran remembered those words of his parents. After concluding his story some diners who had been listening whispered. The most did not seem too pleased by that history of fighting and fighting. Some dignitaries branded these strange beings as barbarians. Others, on the other hand, seemed fascinated by this duality. You fight almost to death and love. And for her part, Neherenia watched her guest with visible astonishment. That was a good way to describe love. She had felt that way for Granate. A little flame that grew and became powerful inside. Nehie wanted to be with him every minute of her stay in that huge ship, she suffered when they said goodbye and more when he came to say goodbye definitely. But it was as if the memory of the boy lived in her heart and that gave her strength to continue each morning, when she looked in the mirror for a few minutes and hummed the song that belonged to both of them and that she dedicated to him. How different was that from the story that Lance told about her terrible alter ego! She in turn remembered a conversation with Queen Serenity herself, once she went to visit her on Earth, a couple of years ago. Just before going back to see Idina and enrol in the Golden. In fact, it was the sovereign of the White Moon who told her.

-So Neherenia. Have you thought what you would like to do?

- To do? - the girl was surprised saying. - I am the queen of the New Moon. My duty is to govern my subjects when I finish my studies.

Their conversation took a little stroll through the room they were in, belonging to an ordinary apartment in Tokyo. Neherenia always wondered why that great queen of the future lived there. And as if reading her thought Serenity answered.

- As kings we have our obligations that are inescapable. But we are also people. And we rule over other people. If we want to do well we must understand our subjects, their thoughts, their desires and even share some. King Endymion and I reincarnated on Earth. For most of this life we ​​have been oblivious to our true condition. We went through a very hard learning, but very enriching. Here, on this planet and in this time I am Usagi Tsukino. A girl like any other. And that has been very useful for me.

- In what sense? - her interlocutor wanted to know. - To know how to help people better?

-Something like that- Usagi smiled, adding. - And you, Neherenia, you're a good girl. My daughter and her guardians love you very much.

-And I love them too, they are very good friends. - The girl hurried to answer. -

-Yes, I know. – Her interlocutor replied, who nevertheless commented now with a certain tone of concern. - But I do not think that is enough for you. I know how much you've prepared. How well you have been taught in your kingdom, but I think you should have some other experience. Get out of the Moon and spend a season on Earth. Even, why not? Study something in this world.

-Here? - The girl smiled with incredulous perplexity. -

-I know you remember the friends you made when Chibiusa and the Asteroids brought you as a child.

- Yes, a lot. - The girl sighed now, her face brightening. - I remember my friend Idina and her cousin Kerria and their parents, Connie and Tom ... Bertie and Roy ...

-I know. - Usagi affirmed, replying. - They are great friends of ours too. And now, after all these years, I know that Idina is going to study at a university in New York. She wants to be a teacher like her mother, she likes children very much.

Now it was Neherenia who observed her interlocutor with a gesture full of surprise and asked him.

- Are you proposing that I should go to study with her?

-It would be an excellent idea. Do not you think so? - the sovereign of the kingdom of the White Moon answered with a broad smile. -

The young woman began to consider that. It could be that your interlocutor was right. Of course it would be a beautiful experience. She was convincing herself almost when, to finish persuading her, Usagi added.

-I sent my own daughter from the future to learn here and make friends. You already know Idina, she was an adorable girl and she continues to be a lovely, innocent and pure girl. Also, I'm sure you'll make many more friends. I advise you to pose as an ordinary girl. You will live experiences that you could never have as a sovereign. And you will have all the support from us and from our friends.

Neherenia nodded, though suddenly something came to mind and she could object in a hurry.

-Yes ... but that does not depend entirely on me. According to the law of my kingdom, the regency council must take care of my education and I do not know if they will see well that I do not complete my studies on the Moon.

-Left the regency council to us. - Her interlocutor smiled to her in an accomplice way to sentence. - Trust me. I assure you that all the experiences that you are going to have will be a treasure that you. This will help a lot as a queen, but above all, and what is even more important, as a person.

So it was. She listened to Serenity and did not regret it. On the contrary, she now regretted having to be away from her friends and that pleasant life, which, although sometimes stressful, was much more fun and enjoyable than her role as sovereign. Well, at least with that handsome space warrior things were not so bad. So she continued to chat with him and the rest of the guests. The dinner in fact passed without further news. At the end, the sovereign dismissed the envoy of the saiyajin to whom the royal employees showed their rooms. Doran did not take long to go to sleep since he was tired from the long trip. Neherenia also took little time to retire when arriving at their rooms sighed. Finally, a little rest. Now she could dedicate time to herself. It was ironic! According to what Lance told her about her other malevolent self, she became that way because she was alone. Now she is not exactly. She most wanted to have some quiet time in private. In fact, since she returned from her crisis due to the mourning of Granate's death, she had to work very hard and solve many problems. She missed Idina and Heather, and of course, Chibiusa and the sailor asteroids. She looked in the mirror now and sang. She wishes she could be with her friends! At that moment the surface of the mirror reacted and to her joy she could see the other side of her friend's room. In the same way that had happened so many years ago when they met as girls. In fact, Idina herself was there, sitting on her bunk. Neherenia called her. After a few moments she seemed to notice and approached.

-Hello Idina - Her friend smiled affectionately. -

-Nehie! How are you and the kingdom of the Moon? - She wanted to know this with another broad smile to assert - We miss you so much.

-I do not know when I can return. - The sovereign told her that she briefly summed up her tight work days and the visit of that space warrior. - With a little luck maybe in a couple of weeks. As soon as I finish some matters.

-Well, here things have also been somewhat moved - And in turn Idina told her what happened, talking about Heather's brother. -

-Poor guy! - Nehie lamented that she wanted to help proposing something insecure. - Perhaps my attack of the Lunar mystery purifier can help him. -

-I do not see how it could. - Her friend commented in a less optimistic way. - And maybe you could hurt him.

-I won´t. Chibiusa assured me that it only harms evil beings. And from what you have told me that boy lacks evil.

-Well, you do not have a magic potion or something like that, don´t you? - Idina sighed. -

-If I could, I would take some water from the sacred spring of the Moon. - Nehie replied that she immediately argued to lament at the end. - It has healing properties. Although unfortunately it is so hidden that sometimes it does not sprout for years. And it is said that it only does it in the presence of a pure heart. I think I had some little bottles that Queen Serenity gave me when I was a little girl. Although I do not know where I put them ... but I'll find them.

- Thanks Nehie, but anyway I do not know if that could help. Jimmy's case is from birth. - Answered her friend, visibly sceptical -

-Well, what can we do about it, then! - the young woman sighed changing the subject. - By the way. When will the exams be? I am studying what I can when I have free time. I would like to present myself at a distance. Or, if I can´t do that, going and doing them there.

-But the partial are within a month. - Her friend clarified that nevertheless said. - But it will be very difficult, without having been here and that is really difficult with all your occupations.

-That's why I want to return in two weeks. I would have time for you to update me. At least I hope so. - Her interlocutor wished -

- if you can come, please let me know. - Idina smiled and said goodbye. - I have to go. We leave Jimmy with his mother and Heather and I have to go now to look for him.

The Queen of the Moon smiled wishing her friend a good day and vanished from the mirror. Idina also left her room. She went in search of her roommate who would surely go to her mother's office to pick up Jimmy. Indeed, both met in the corridor and after greeting each other they headed towards the head office.

Meanwhile, Melanie took care of her son. He had not behaved badly or been aggressive since she left him in charge of Heather and Idina. Of course the head of studies had to recognize that Cooan's daughter was a real charm. As her mother was when she met her. She was sure she would be an excellent teacher for the children. She was thinking about this and she was looking at Jimmy who had fallen asleep on the couch in her office. His mother was watching him with sadness on her face ...

-Forgive me my son ... I wish everything would have been different. - She sighed as she remembered. -

She was ready, the time had come, Melanie had started to feel it, the delivery was already beginning. Her husband kept close to her by squeezing her hand and so, clutching the two, they took her to the operating room.

-Uf, how it hurts! - She gasped trying to breathe hastily to relieve the pain. -

- Hold on my love! - her husband asked quite nervous but trying to cheer her up by adding a hopeful - almost there.

The doctors placed Melanie in position, one of the doctors asked her to push and she did it with all her strength, the child was coming. Finally, they saw him stick out his head and he left in a moment. The doctor held him upside down from the feet.

-It's a boy!" Roberts exclaimed plethoric ally. - You've had a child; we've had a beautiful child.

Melanie smiled, she was radiant with happiness and eager to hold the baby in her arms, but the doctor did not give it to her, she patted him on the backside to make him cry but he could not.

-What's wrong, Doctor? - Malcolm asked with growing concern. - He should have cried already.

-Don't worry, he will cry soon - the doctor responded giving him more slaps but without any results. -

- What's up doctor? What's wrong with my son? - Melanie asked, beginning to get very nervous. -

- Calm down, darling - her husband asked her to prevent her from trying to get up. -

They spent more than two agonizing minutes until the baby finally let out a howl that preceded the first crying. Melanie and Roberts relaxed in relief and did not give more importance to the matter, but months later they could see that the baby took a long time to evolve in their learning. When James, that's how they called him, turned the year, they took him to examine. The news could not be more discouraging.

-I'm sorry- the specialist in charge of the tests told them- but this child suffered an absence of blood flow to the brain during almost two minutes, because of it he was deprived of oxygen.

-What do you mean, doctor? - Melanie asked, staring at him, her beautiful blue eyes reflecting her anguish. -

-He has a brain injury that will prevent him from being normal in his development, he may reach a mental age of six years, but no more. I am so sorry.

-And there's nothing you can do? - She asked desperately. -

The doctor shook his head. The very depressed marriage came out of the consultation. In spite of everything, it was their son and they would give him all their affection. A year and a half later Heather was born. Luckily she was completely normal. Now Melanie gently stroked the forehead and hair of her son who slept peacefully oblivious to the painful memories of his mother. Then the door rang, the head of studies hurried to open it. She was glad to see her daughter with Idina, but told them to keep quiet so as not to wake Jimmy up. The two girls nodded. Melanie went out of her office and closed the door.

-I thought you two would be taking something at the bar. - she commented with a smile. -

-Idina went to the club meeting. - Heather informed her with obvious gratitude - and she has gotten the kids to help me take care of Jimmy.

-Wow, that was very kind of you. Thank you very much but you should not have done it. - Melanie told Idina that she smiled -

-It is the least we can do for a companion and friend. - The aforementioned replied. -

-God bless you, you're just like your mother! - The principal smiled at her, kissing her on the cheek. -

The two said goodbye to Melanie who returned to the interior of her office. The girls had not wanted to tell her what had really happened. A few more days passed and finally Jimmy's parents won a place for the boy in a residence in another state. The farewell was harder than they thought. Heather cried and even Idina spilled some tears. The boy had taken great affection to her. This was expressed when he said goodbye, kissed her on the cheek, smiled and could babble.

-Good…bye... Tata Idina.

-Goodbye Jimmy, be a good boy, huh? - The girl asked sweetly. -

And after that both girls resumed their normal academic activities, as well as the extra-academic ones. Idina told her roommate that she had talked to Nehie. (Of course she did not tell her in what way she did it). The question was that she explained to Heather, Nehie´s desire to return if possible to finish the course. And she also asked her friend for help so that between the two of them maybe things would be a little easier to that girl. Needless to say, Heather offered herself to whatever was needed. They waited to wait to see if Neherenia said if she was going to return or not ...

On the other hand, on the Moon, the sovereign slept after that exhausting reception with dinner included. Her guest the saiyajin made a very good impression on her. But now she dreamed of Granate, that boy who had been her very first love. She was in that great ship, with him. They ran hand in hand towards the lake. There they stopped, panting after the race, although he took little time to put his arms around her and kiss her. After separating, he said still with a ragged breath.

-I still have to take you to many places ... come and take my hand. - He said when the two leaned on the trunk of a tree nearby. -

-It's late. - She could oppose with pity. -

But the boy smiled at her, encouraging his expression and after holding her chin gently sang to her in that way that it was so sweet and mischievous at the same time ...

Come on hold my hand
I wanna contact the living
Not sure I understand
This role I've been given

I sit and talk to God
And he just laughs at my plans
My head speaks a language
I don't understand

I just wanna feel real love
Feel the home that I live in
'Cause I got too much life
Running through my veins, going to waste

I don't wanna die

But I ain't keen on living either
Before I fall in love
I'm preparing to leave her
I scare myself to death
That's why I keep on running
Before I've arrived
I can see myself coming

I just wanna feel real love

Feel the home that I live in
'Cause I got too much life
Running through my veins, going to waste

And I need to feel
Real love
And a life ever after
I cannot give it up
I just wanna feel real love
Feel the home that I live in

I got too much love
Running through my veins, to go to waste
I just wanna feel real love
In a life ever after, there's a hole in my soul
You can see it in my face
It's a real big place

Come and hold my hand
I want to contact the living

Not sure I understand
This role I've been given

Not sure I understand
Not sure I understand
Not sure I understand
Not sure I understand

 (Robbie Williams Feel, credit to the author)

And she listened to him enthralled as she always did. Granate sang with that beautiful voice, so full of joy and affection that the sovereign could not help but get excited while blushing and smiling. Although after singing a little more, the girl insisted declaring not without annoyance.

 -My escort and my Chamberlain will be worried about me. -I should return. -

- That guy really is very weird! - Granate laughed making some gestures that imitated that man and feigning that enigmatic voice that he had to parody him. - Oh! ... My beautiful and gentle queen of The Moon ... we have many things to do. At least you have to use all the cutlery and the glasses of the table ...

The boy was referring to a gala dinner that he inevitably attended the night before. With a huge display of crockery and cutlery that guy said he had brought expressly from the Moon. To the sovereign's rejoicing, during the dinner, the boy asked the astonished Chamberlain for a guide to the use of silverware, alleging that it was more difficult than piloting an orbital fighter. However, it was a joke, he had been trained in protocol at the academy, not to mention the strict education that his mother also gave him in that area. Now they remembered that between laughter, sitting on the grass by the artificial lake. Granate stroked the silky hair of the young queen and said jovially.

-With a hamburger and a drink I would have dined the same. Although yes, alongside a dessert. For instance, a cake by my mother or my Makoina.

-Makoina? - Nehie was surprised. -

-It's how I call my godmother Makoto. Since I was little, as I did not know how to say the words well, I mixed them. - He explained to her to provoke again a smile in her interlocutor. -

-I'm very happy here, with you. - She confessed to him, sighing for sentence. - I would like the time to stop and that we could be here, without obligations, or state councils. Only you and me.

-Yes, it would have been fine. - He smiled weakly, but nevertheless adopted a serious expression. -

Granate stood up and seemed to concentrate, as if listening to something, then smiled again at the girl and said tenderly.

-I'm afraid they need you. You must leave my love ...

-Leave? - She was surprised that she looked in all directions without hearing or seeing anything abnormal.

Neherenia rose in turn and scrutinized the panorama with attention. Around her everything was alright, people walked, the water was clear and crystal clear and the trees swayed with a light breeze, caused by the air currents of the cooling of the asteroid. But nothing foreshadowed any kind of emergency. Despite everything of that Granate clarified, posing his hands on the shoulders of the girl with patent affection.

-Your kingdom is in danger. My beautiful and gentle queen. Now you must return to protect it.

At that moment Nehie began to hear the echoes of a kind of siren. She wanted to cover her ears, however Granate added.

-It's the palace alarm ...

-It cannot be! we are here ... in the lake of this ship. My palace is on the Moon. It is impossible to hear anything from here ... - She objected, full of bewilderment. -

-I'm afraid not, honey. - The boy could smile adding with sad voice. - You are in your palace and now you must wake up.

-I want to be with you. - The young woman asked. However, she was beginning to realize what was happening, while that sound gained more and more strength and stridency. -

-You will always be able to return here in your most beautiful dreams. - Her interlocutor assured her that now he was beginning to become translucent, vanishing while riveting. - I will be waiting for you in our magical places ...

Neherenia could hardly oppose anything, she cried without knowing why. Then she heard voices, Granate was no longer there, but other people were screaming. It was all darkness now and she felt something shaking her ...

-We are under attack, Majesty, you must wake up. - She heard between a growing confusion. -

The queen opened her eyes. At her side one of her real waitresses with expression of great fear, she repeated.

-Majesty, we are under attack, you must run to get safe ...

-What happens? - Nehie wanted to know as soon as she could wake up. -

That sound was deep and shrill. Now she recognized it without a doubt. It was the red alert! Without losing even a moment she dressed in comfortable clothes. She ordered her waitress to go to a safe place and she left her rooms. She immediately located the captain of her guard and several ministers. All urged her to seek refuge. But she prevailed, taking command, ordered them energetically.

-I want a full report of the situation. That all the key points are protected. Especially the accesses to the homes of the citizens. I take charge of this in person.

-But Majesty. - Your concerned minister of the interior objected. - Your security is paramount for the kingdom.

-No more than any of my subjects. I go to the command centre. I hope to receive immediate answers about the nature of this crisis. - She replied with authority in her voice, sentencing sharply. - I have given you an order, fulfil it!

Although that group of politicians, leaders and military looked at each other with bewilderment, they finally bowed and prepared to obey. At that moment Doran, in his battle armour, appeared in the corridor.

-Is this the way you have here to wake up or is something interesting happening? - He could ask with a certain sarcasm. -

-We are under attack; I still do not know who. - The sovereign answered with sobriety. -

-I understand. - The saiyajin said, already in a more serious way. – You can count on me, your Majesty ...

-There is no time to lose. Let's go to the command centre, Majesty. - One of his ministers insisted, really worried about her. -

In fact, there were explosions in addition to the sound of the warning. The troops of the Kingdom of the Moon began to unfold and protected the accesses to the palace. The situation seemed to worsen by minutes.

-It would be better if you go, as soon as we get an idea of ​​what is happening, we can recover the initiative. - Doran advised her. -

Her interlocutor nodded and, with her escort, led the warrior to the command post. There she hoped to have those answers that she would need so much to organize a counter-attack plan. On the way, everything was chaos of run-over races, orders of command and sounds of explosions and alarms. She had to hurry along with her escorts, ministers and her ally the saiyajin, to win the command post. There, between the images of the surveillance cameras that still worked and the reports that gave her an idea of ​​the situation. Apparently a flotilla of enemy ships the size of orbital fighters, similar to those reported to have attacked the asteroid, had opened fire against the protections of the Moon's hidden face. At first these had endured but finally, before that bombing, were destroyed in some points. The enemy, not happy with that, would have introduced some landing craft and troops into the breaches. And you are gaining ground quickly. The few defence forces of the Moon were not rivals for its power.

-I have to intervene. - Nehie declared that, without giving anyone time to reply, she invoked her transformation by removing the small sceptre that she had kept in one of the pockets of her suit to the cry of. - Hidden face of the Moon, give me the power! …

And after astonishing her companions with a string of lights and turns on herself appeared dressed as a sailor. She wore black knee-high boots with a low heel, a matching miniskirt, a white bodice and a silver headband that held her forehead. She completed that uniform with a big black ribbon also on the chest and on the neck a ribbon of white tone with three moons in increasing phase with the horns pointing upwards, inscribed in it.

-But majesty. It is dangerous. I beg you, do not go! - The captain of her guard, asked her. -

-I must go, it's my obligation. – She sentenced it, that observing the faces of disapproval of her entourage added with sharp tone of command. - I am not asking you opinion, I am giving you an order. You can come with me or stay here, but get out of my way!

-We will follow you, Majesty. - The resigned captain agreed with the unanimous assent of his soldiers. -

-I'm going with you, Ma'am. - Doran added riveting not without apparent rejoicing. - Those cowards are going to see what it means to challenge a saiyajin! -

And without losing more time they ran towards the most compromised zone, in which penetrated several enemy units with artillery fire and androids. The defenders were on the verge of succumbing when the own Sailor Shadow arrived at their position and sent an attack that dismantled a group of the rival vanguard. Doran joined with a powerful beam of energy that destroyed some robots and a pair of enemy transport ships. Now, the troops of the New Moon could advance positions trying to secure the perimeter. Although for a short time, from outside came more intruders who bombarded with new energy rays.

-They are going to destroy the whole area of ​​domes! - An official exclaimed. -

-We'll worry about that later. - The sovereign replied, ordering her guardians. - Keep the enemy at bay. Shoot! ...

Although their soldiers complied with the best disposition that mandate, the enemy troops began to outnumber them. They even mounted a kind of energy cannon that fired, destroying even more the protections of the palace. Then Doran concentrated energy transforming himself into a super warrior to the amazement of the moon guard. At the moment he commanded them.

-Poses behind me! I will block their rays, when I´ll do, you will have time to fall back.

-Yes. - Nehie agreed, astonished in turn by the energy that that warrior gave off. But keeping the composure to order. - Retreat to ensure an easier area to defend. Doran and myself will contain the enemy.

-It would be better if you also took refuge, Madam. - The Saiyajin advised her. -

- Not in my kingdom! And less while there are subjects of mine in danger. - She replied with firm tone. -

-As you wish. – Her interlocutor nodded, after that he projected a kind of energy bubble that acted as a shield. - I understand you. I would do the same in your place.

And that improvised defence endured the discharge of energy from that cannon. At least enough for Sailor Shadow to advance determined to counterattack by striking and throwing lightning bolts of energy against every enemy that dared to meet her. Doran contemplated her, not without surprise and with great respect. It was clear that this woman did not have anywhere near the strength of a Saiyajin. However, she fought with courage to defend her people. Like every monarch who prided himself, she risked herself in person. So she was eager to join the attack but realized that the cannon was going to fire again. Fortunately, Neherenia was out of her shooting trajectory. Not so much of the palace.

-Dammit! - Doran snapped in frustration. - I cannot move from here, until I destroy that canyon. But it could hurt the queen ...

The object of his worries, along with some of her men, fought against an increasingly crushing mass of enemies. They fired their weapons and quickly decimated the troops of the New Moon. The same sovereign fell wounded in an arm. On the floor she lamented that everything would end up like that for her as the enemy came ready to deliver the final blow.

-At least Granate, my love, we'll be together again. - She thought as a last consolation while holding her injured arm with a grimace of pain. -

Although at that moment a flurry of several coordinated attacks completely dislodged the invader. The voices that spoke them and their names were very familiar to the queen. When she looked at the source of them she could not help but smile excitedly. There they were! Chibiusa, the asteroids and even the warriors of the Moon. Then that diabolical cannon exploded into pieces, a man who shone with a great golden radiance had destroyed it with a punch. But it was not Doran. He still remained in position behind her, protecting the courtiers and the defence forces that were sheltered behind the walls. The young sovereign did not have to wait long to discover that other Saiyajin, that golden warrior approached, emitting less light, while the sailors were busy making the enemy to retreat. Neherenia could then exclaim, visibly surprised and cheerful.

-Roy!

So he was, the father of Kerria, uncle of Idina, better known to the Saiyajin people as Prince Asthel, the brother of the sovereign of New Vegeta. In turn Roy Malden looked at the sovereign and smiled. He took out a bean he handed her. The girl soon ate it noticing how she had recovered instantly and miraculously from exhaustion and wounds. Meanwhile, the newcomer said with his jovial and sarcastic habitual tone.

- You would not think that I was going to miss this party. Right, Nehie? You know how to boast them big on the Moon for what I see ...

-How could you come? - she wanted to know visibly bewildered now. -

Meanwhile the other warriors returned to their position. The enemy had retreated, perhaps confused by such a counterattack that he did not expect. Roy then focused his attention on the other super warrior. Doran on his part approached and as soon as he saw him he knelt on the ground to declare with great respect.

- Prince Asthel. It's a great honour for me. Your highness ...

- Come on, kid! Get up, it seems like you were declaring me. - the aforementioned smiled, to the delight and laughter of the rest of the warriors and even Sailor Shadow. – Well. - Roy wanted to know now with a more serious tone. - What's your name, son? ...

-Doran Derail, my Lord, son of Calix Derail and Seira Sayanto. - He replied immediately as he got up. -

-Very well, Doran ... Wow, so you're the son of those two! I hope your parents stay well. They were very funny! - His interlocutor smiled remembering old times. However, he said. - Although now is not the time to tell you about that. Come on! Between you and me, we'll destroy those suckers. We have to delete them from the map.

-Yes my lord. With great pleasure. - The questioned smile, more than willing to do it. -

And after assuring the sovereign of the New Moon that they would explain everything to her when the matter was resolved, both Roy and Doran flew off to hunt the enemy. The queen and her friends stayed there, waiting. Although both Chibiusa and the others wanted to put their friend on record of what had happened ...

-Tell me, girls. - The queen of the New Moon asked to her friends. - How could you come so soon?

-My mother warned us. - Chibiusa told her. - She made me go to her presence and told me to meet the Amazons.

Soon both Saiyajin returned after destroying their target. And the young sovereign commented.

-I thank you very much for your help, Roy. How did you find out?

-The UN secret service told me. - He revealed. - They first contacted me. I told them not to bother my friends. That I could manage. And when I concentrated and felt the energy of another super Saiyajin, I was sure of it.

-I could have been an enemy. - Doran opposed inquiring. - How did you know that you could trust me?

-Let's say I first went to see Serenity. And she told me. - The interrogative smiled. -

When Roy appeared with Serenity and Endymion, the two were in a large room, reunited with the rest of the Warriors who were nevertheless dressed in long dresses and of a particular colour for each one.

-Roy! - Ami was surprised to see him there. -

-What are you doing here? - Rei was surprised in turn. -

-Excuse me, I do not want to bother you, but UN secret service has informed me that an attack against the Moon is taking place. -

-An attack? - Makoto repeated, looking at him strangely. -

-When? Now? - Wanted to know Minako. -

Although it was Endymion who came forward to testify.

-That's why we had made you come. Roy is right, the Moon is being attacked ... as the last line of defence of the Earth, we have to protect it.

-Very well. - Haruka interjected to ask. - When are we going there?

-We are not going to go. - Serenity told her adding. - That will be the task of the defence forces of Neherenia.

- But are you sure that she and her few troops will be able to face that? - Michiru inquired. -

-They will have help. One of the Saiyajin has arrived recently. He's the ambassador your brother sent. - Serenity answered addressing Roy. -

-In that case I'll go see if he needs a hand. - He said. – So he crossed his arms to want to know. - Do you have any idea who are attacking the moon?

Although Serenity and Endymion did not respond to that, they just lowered their heads in regret. That, however, was very revealing.

- Are they the same that attacked the ship? - Hotaru wanted to know. -

-I'm afraid so. - The sovereign admitted at last. -

- Damn it! What do we expect to go after them? - Makoto intervened with visible anger. -

-We are not going to go. I already told you. - The queen replied. -

Although her companion sketched a sardonic smile and, getting up quickly from the chair she had occupied, she took out her transformer, while she replied

-I'm sorry but this time I will not obey your instructions. And save yourself any threat or advice. I do not care what you do to me. Do it later, but now those scoundrels are going to know who I am!

-Makoto, please, do not make this something personal. - Endymion asked with a worried gesture. -

Although the princess of Jupiter gave him a deep look, oozing sadness and rage in her eyes and sentenced.

-When those miserable people murdered my godson, it became very personal for me, Majesty.

-Please. Mako -chan. - The Sovereign asked in a distressed tone. - Do not look for revenge.

- Call it what you want, I prefer to say that it is a just retribution, or return the balance to the Universe. - The aforementioned replied with determination. -

- You will not go alone. Granate was my nephew and those bastards my enemies. Count on my help. - Roy affirmed offering his hand to that woman who shook her. -

Then the rest of the princesses sitting there went up one by one.

-Mako-chan, I'm going with you too. - Minako offered. -

-Yes, we will not abandon one of ours. – Rei agreed. -

-I'm sorry, Majesties, whether you like it or not, I'm going too. - Ami declared. -

-Yes ... we're not going to let them enjoy the party in private. - Haruka added. -

-Let's go then. - Michiru said. -

-All together. - Hotaru righted. -

Serenity sighed, she and her husband looked at each other with resignation. Then the queen added.

-I knew you would react like that when you knew. In my case, I'm tied by my position. I regret not being able to go with you, however, there is someone who will do it in my place ...

And having said that, a door at the back of the room opened. From it Chibiusa and the asteroid sailors, with their uniforms and ready for battle, arouse.

-Hello mom, dad and everyone. Here we are ... - The princess of the Millennial of Silver and Neo Cristal Tokyo smiled. - Nehie is a friend and we will not leave her alone.

- We have very little time left. - The sovereign affirmed. - It may be the last battle you will wage until you have to fully assume your positions as princesses.

The others nodded. Makoto approached her friend and said in a softer but sad tone.

-Not only because of my godson's memory. Our duty is to support our friends.

-I know. Go and above all be very careful. - Serenity asked them making her words extensive to all others.

And without losing a second they disappeared. Roy concentrated on the energy of Neherenia, he could feel it clearly now that the girl was transformed into Sailor Shadow. He also picked up another very powerful one that must have corresponded to the Saiyajin. The sailors on the other hand shook hands in two circles, Chibiusa and her Asteroids on one side and the rest on the other. When they reappeared, they were surrounded by screams, energy shots and alarm sounds. Soon they saw the sovereign of the Moon fighting and that other Saiyajin raising a protective barrier to stop the enemy's firing.

-Spread! - Haruka exclaimed to her companions. -

-Come on. Let´s attack by groups. - Rei indicated. -

The new arrivals began to use their powers sweeping their opponents. Minako with her growing glare annihilated several robots, Ami froze others and Rei ignited one of the enemy positions causing their opponents to retreat. Although soon more androids advanced firing. The girls covered themselves. Roy became a super warrior and protected them with an energy barrier. Hotaru did the same with the wall of silence. It was the turn of Chibiusa and the others, who came to cover their friend Sailor Shadow who was on the floor, hurting from a wound in one arm.

-Are you okay? - Para-Para could ask her while helping the sovereign of the New Moon to get up, along with Bes-Bes. -

-Yes, thank you girls. Glad to see you. - The questioned smiled. -

Cere-Cere and Jun-Jun covered them by unloading their attacks. Chibiusa did the same thing destroying more enemies as they approached.

-Let's go- She told her sailors. - Take Neherenia to a safe place. - The rest of you, consolidate the position. - She ordered the other warriors who nodded, willing to do it. -

However, the cannonade of the enemy was very powerful and the others had to hide behind what they could. More troops entered through a breach in the palace. Roy then glared at many of them with a bolt of energy and turned to Makoto who, panting from the effort and smudged with soot and destroyed materials, was at his side.

-Hey. Sailor Jupiter, do not you think those guys are a little lower of battery? - He asked with obvious irony.

-Yes, you are absolutely right. I'm going to recharge them. - She replied exclaiming. - Supreme Thunder Attack!

And unfolding an antenna of her diadem she crisscrossed her arms emitting a powerful lightning bolt of energy that reached several androids that burned immediately burst. That made her smile with an expression of revenge. She thought of her godson. Those damn people were going to pay dearly for what they did.

-Ahead! – Sailor Mars exclaimed unloading its "burning mandala" on another group of opponents that was destroyed by the flames. -

Sailor Mercury took care of safeguarding several citizens including some children, surprised in the streets annexed to the palace. The enemy had progressed there, to the horror of Nehie who warned them.

-Oh no! There is a school near here. We have to prevent them from reaching there.

-We take care of it! - The asteroids with Chibiusa exclaimed in unison. -

They ran to slow down the advance of the enemy and with the cover of the rest they rushed to get the terrified children out of there. Although a new barrage of shots fell on them but were repelled by a female silhouette that carried a long sceptre. When looking towards her it was

Uranus who exclaimed.

-Sailor Pluto!

-It cannot be! - Michiru riveted observing her incredulous. -

-Setsuna-mama! - Hotaru exclaimed. - You're back!

But that tall woman, with long brown hair and vermilion eyes, smiled, shaking her head. Suddenly she transformed the colour of her hair into a brilliant golden glow and her eyes became the colour of emerald. And in this way she exclaimed in a deep and grave voice.

-Dead scream!

Her powerful attack literally disintegrated the remains of the invading outpost and the ships that tried to reach that school and other points of the city. The others, taking advantage of that, could save the children. It was then that, in parallel to that, Roy fired several bursts of lightning in turn disrupting the ranks of what remained of those invaders. He went to Doran and told him that they must go out and kill the enemy. The Saiyajin immediately nodded. Between them they destroyed what was left, Granate's uncle did not stop shouting while concentrating energy to create a gigantic life wave that swept what was left of the opposing troops.

- This on behalf of my nephew, suckers!

And finally that great battle ended. After making sure they were all right Neherenia received the report of damage. It was Chibiusa who approached her with a comforting tone and told her.

-The civilians are fine ...

- Well, but unfortunately there have been many damages and also casualties. - Bes-Bes sighed, with a more saddened face. -

-Yes, it is terrible. Many of your soldiers have fallen. - Para- Para muttered. -

-Girls, shut up! - Cere - Cere asked them, observing the tears on the face of the sovereign as she looked through that terrible panorama.

-We're very sorry. - Jun-Jun said. -

-We have paid a high price, yes. But the kingdom of the Moon still stands. And we will rebuild stronger than before. - The queen affirmed with determination wiping away her tears. -

-You are a great girl. Really Nehie, I'm very proud of you. We all are and I know my nephew will be too. Because he is watching you up there. - Roy said, putting an arm around the girl's shoulders. -

-It's true. - Makoto added quietly. - My godson can rest in peace. Now I know.

When listening to those words Neherenia could not help but cry, it had been a lot of contained pressure, a lot of fear for her people and a great sadness that she had inside and needed to vent. She hugged Roy and gave free rein to all that accumulated crying. The others kept an emotional silence. Mr. Malden hugged her for a long time until the young woman seemed to calm down, then he separated a little from her and affectionately lifted her chin with a finger to tell him.

-You are a magnificent queen. And a very brave girl, Nehie. I'm glad to see that you've grown to become a great woman.

-Thank you ... - she smiled between sobs, putting herself together, at last to add aloud. - Thank you very much everyone.

-You are welcome. We are friends and allies. - Chibiusa affirmed. -

-By the way. Speaking of allies. - Haruka intervened observing that newly appeared sailor who now looked normal again. -

-Who are you? – Hotaru wanted to know addressing her. -

-Wait. - Roy interjected, affirming with a smile. - You are my niece Seren, the daughter of Lornd and Setsuna. It is not like this?

The aforementioned approached him and made a slight bow to admit.

-So it is, uncle Asthel. I'm Seren Deveget. Princess of New Vegeta and successor of my mother, Queen Meioh, in the position of guardian of the space-time portal and of warrior Pluto.

Doran immediately came over bending his knee and kissing a hand of the girl while saying.

-Your Highness, I did not expect you for a few days.

-I came in advance. My parents ordered me to come as soon as possible. - She replied. -

-I hope my brother and my sister-in-law continue well. - Roy said who, after giving her a kiss on the cheek his niece and another one to Neherenia declared. - I must go now; I do not want to worry neither my wife nor my daughter.

-Listen Roy! - Chibiusa asked, although Mr. Malden did not let her continue and added. -

-I already know it. Nothing has happened here ... I will not tell anyone, not my family or the rest. We will see what the UN can invent this time to cover it up! The explosions were so powerful that they would have had to be seen from Earth.

-Thank you so much. - The princess of the Millennial of Silver answered receiving the assent of her interlocutor. -

-The official excuse will be the fall of a meteorite. - Ami answered, already aware of that. -

-Very good. - Roy sighed now telling the Mercury warrior with more serious tints and even sadness. - When you have a few days, if you can, go to see Bertie, please. She is very depressed since our son and the others disappeared.

-I'll do it, of course. - Ami promised. -

So everyone was saying goodbye, Roy did not use the translation since appearing before his wife, with the look he had after the battle would not have been highly recommended. He put himself inside the circle formed by the sailors that were transported carrying him. On the other hand, Chibiusa and her asteroids said goodbye to her friend promising to return soon to visit her. Only Princess Seren and Doran remained, who together with Neherenia, went inside the palace. That's what the queen of the New Moon remembered. She was grateful that her friends were there to help her. Now she had to rebuild the kingdom and she would do it. She thought about the sacrifices they had made, not only her but all the others. Apart from the tragic end of her beloved many others gave their lives and that great ship even disappeared. She sighed, regretting having locked herself in her own pain. Many people more like the parents of Leval, or the rest of those who were with her, suffered. The same as the sailors who were godmothers of some of them. Without going any further Makoto than it was Granate´s. So, determined to get up again and thought about strengthening her kingdom and as soon as she could, she returned to the Golden State to take what was left of that academic year.

-I only hope to be on time for the finals. - She said with renewed enthusiasm. -

Although Neherenia would still have to solve the consequences of that hard battle. She seemed to succeed and after a few days Princess Seren left, claiming that she should report the success of the battle to her parents. In turn and days later, Doran kindly said goodbye to the sovereign. She even sang one of the tunes of the Saiyajin village, dedicated to one of her remote ancestors who travelled to the future. The space warrior heard visibly impressed by the sweetness and loving tone of that girl, which contrasted with her determination and fierceness in the battle. Both things he liked a lot. Finally, and not without regret, he prepared to leave. He had an audience on Earth. He was going to be received by none other than Serenity herself. The boy was ready to board his capsule when Nehie called him to her rooms. There, after dismissing her entourage, she told him.

-A few friends of mine will come to accompany you to visit the Earth Queen. Possibly I go with you. If you are so kind to wait a little, they will be arriving.

- For me it would be a great honour, besides a great joy if you could accompany us, Madam. Of course I'll wait for what you need. - He said looking at those blue eyes so deep. -

And every time he was with her, Doran noticed something strange inside him. He did not know how to explain it, it was not pain, nor was there any sense of danger. Unlike. A kind of satisfaction and at the time of anxiety. Maybe he was sick. He would already inquire about the symptoms of that. Possibly it was the same kingdom of the Moon. As a precaution, he removed his tail before going. He knew that, under the influence of the full moon, those of his race could become Ozarus, great gigantic monkeys of tremendous power. As terrible as it is difficult to master. Anyway, he knew how to control it, but given that he was in that same Moon, perhaps the strength of the transformation could be so great that he could not control himself. And in view of his delicate mission. Better to prevent than to regret.

-Thanks- the sovereign smiled, who also gave him an intense look while they both waited. -

-By the way, ma'am. I would like to correspond to your magnificent farewell. When possible, I will give you a song from our kingdom. Although I'm afraid I'm not as good an interpreter as you are.

-From what I have heard, I think you are very modest. Some courtiers heard you singing something when you were training in our central park. - She replied that she commented curiously - I did not know that space warriors sang. I had you as a race less prone to such demonstrations.

-When they are battle hymns you can be sure that we sing them with delight. But we also have other melodies and songs, very few if, like the one you gave me. Only some of our women can sing them like that. And even among my own people I had never heard such a full and magnificent way of doing it.

Nehie blushed at that compliment. The truth is that the Saiyajin expressed things with great clarity. It was typical of his race, as far as she knew, to say things bluntly. And it surprised her even more when he told her.

-Our lineage has been mixed for generations. It is said that our remote ancestor, the one you honoured with your magnificent interpretation, was the son of a human being and that we inherited from her some features of her feelings and ways of being. Although these do not sprout often. But when they do they are powerful. It was always said that the mix between human and Saiyajin produced even stronger warriors.

-And that is the main purpose of your unions. Have increasingly powerful children and daughters. Right? - She wanted to know with a tone perhaps of slight regret that her interlocutor did not notice. -

-That is our goal yes, my Lady. - He acknowledged arguing often. - But it is for the sake of our planet and to guarantee its survival.

After a few moments, one of the palace officials knocked on the door with great respect and prevention, the same Saiyajin opened it.

-Tell me. What do you want?

-Excellence, I come to inform our beautiful and gentle sovereign that her allies of the White Moon and the Earth kingdom have arrived.

The warrior nodded, looking at Neherenia and sentencing with kindness.

-As I told you when I met you. Never some titles better described someone.

His interlocutor allowed a shy smile before leaving her room, Doran followed her with that officer. Neherenia led them to a private chamber. When her subject arrived, he stayed outside. The queen made the warrior pass and there, waiting for them, were Chibiusa and her escorts.

-Glad to see you Mr. Ambassador. - The Princess of the Moon greeted him, indicating Nehie now too. - We're ready with the sailor teleport. We will take the representative of the Saiyajin to visit our sovereigns, Her Majesty the Queen of the New Moon, after receiving the congratulations of my august parents, back to their rooms at the Golden State College. If it is not an inconvenience.

-I'm looking forward to going back but I'd love to say hello to your parents before. – Neherenia said. -

The warrior observed something surprised as the five gave each other their hands. Neherenia, with a gesture of her hand, invited him to go inside that circle that had surrounded herself.

-It is to transport us; in a matter of a moment we will be there - the sovereign told him -

Doran did not lose a second, as decided as befitted a space warrior, he went into that circle. Indeed, he barely had time to see a series of auras of different colours that sprang from each of the guardians of the terrestrial princess and herself. When he wanted to notice, they were in the middle of a large white marble room. Just in front of them there were a couple of seats and in them, seated, a man and a woman dressed in great majesty. He in a black suit and a white shirt, wearing a gold crown and a cane. She, with an immaculate dress of gauze and a silver crown on her temples. In other smaller armchairs, a group of pretty women with long dresses wavered, each one of a colour. On their heads they carried small crowns. He recognized them immediately as those warriors who came to the aid of the Moon. On the other hand, seeing the members of the Court, both the guardians who broke their holds, and the terrestrial princess bowed immediately. Neherenia also bowed and the Saiyajin imitated her.

-I'm happy to have you here. My good friends and dear daughter. - The man spoke slowly and kindly to introduce himself. - I am the King Endymion, sovereign of the Earth and king consort of the White Moon.

-I'm very happy to see you again. My friend, your majestic, queen Neherenia. - The woman, added and introduced herself to the Saiyajin. - And it's a great pleasure to receive you here, Mr. Ambassador. I am the Queen of Neo Cristal Tokyo, sovereign consort of the Earth and queen of the White Moon, Serenity. Here are my guardians, each one of them, princess of her own world.

-Thank you, Majesties. I also want to take this opportunity to thank you for your help in defending my kingdom. - Nehie replied. -

-You are welcome. My guardians and my daughter went willingly to help a friend and our beloved Moon. - Serenity smiled at her. -

Doran meanwhile gave a stunned look to the whole group. Of course, dressed like that, any one of them because of her bearing and her beauty could be a queen. He remembered how the sovereign of his world told them that she was also a princess of one of those planets. But she had to leave that place as soon as she became queen of Nuevo Vegeta. The Saiyajin, remembering the instructions received, again made a heartfelt reverence and declared.

-My Ladies. Your, Majesties and your Highnesses. It is a great honour for me to be here. I have been told many things about your dazzling kingdom and the beauty that distinguishes it. However, seeing it, I think they fell short in the descriptions.

-Be very welcome. - Endymion affirmed with a smile that appreciated that compliment. Although without further delay he immediately moved to the subject pointing to a large table with several velvet chairs. - I hope you do not judge it hasty but we would like to sign the same pact that you have signed with the queen of the New Moon in order to renew the alliance between our kingdoms. The one we signed years ago with King Lornd.

- With great pleasure, my Lord. I will have enchanted on paper what has already been sealed in combat. - The warrior nodded. -

-And later. – Serenity, added. - I would like to speak with you and get acquainted with some things so that you can refer them to your sovereigns.

-With your permission, then, I must return to Earth. - Neherenia intervened and received the assent of the monarchs. -

-Not without first receiving my thanks, Madam. – the saiyajin teased, taking a small bag from the inside of his breastplate and added. - This is for you.

And from there the young man extracted a kind of golden tiara. That was an emblem of high recognition that the warriors of space gave to their most esteemed friends and allies. Fixing well Neherenia discovered that, the kings of the Earth and the princesses that flanked them, also carried identical ones.

-I thank you very much. - The girl could say. -

-With the best wishes of my monarchs. - Doran commented that he explained. - Everyone who has this distinction is welcomed by mine with the utmost reverence. Right now, apart from those gathered here, I believe that only the friends and relatives of our king can carry them on this planet.

And after placing the tiara making a slight nod in recognition, the girl went to say goodbye to the Saiyajin, he kissed one of her hands after bowing, returning to feel those strange symptoms. After the greetings that Nehie made to all the princesses there congregated finally her friends teleported with her. They had special careful to do it in an empty area. What was more. When reappearing among the family hedges of the Golden, only Idina was there. Both friends embraced, brimming with joy. It was Chibiusa who, before leaving with her sailors, commented.

-We agree with Idina that this would be the most discreet place. From here you can return to the University without being hardly seen.

-Thank you so much, Chibiusa. - Nehie said giving her two kisses on the cheeks, and doing the same with the guardians who, on this occasion, did not comment as they usual used to. -

-It has been a pleasure. -Chibiusa smiled at her that, after shaking hands with her sailors, invoked her power again like these, causing the whole group to vanish. -

-Good. I'm finally back. - Neherenia sighed looking around with visible enthusiasm to declare. - Dear Golden! I thought I could not go back this year.

-You will not be so happy when you see everything you have to study! - Idina laughed, more animatedly indicated. – Come on! We're going to the residential pavilion; I'm sure Heather will be very happy to see you again. And then you have to go to your room to settle down with your new partner.

Nehie did not want to tell her anything about that lunar battle. In addition to an agreement between her, and the sovereigns of Neo Cristal Tokyo, about not to do so. In fact, she had many questions to ask her friend. However, she preferred to discover the answers by herself. To start with. Who would be her new roommate? At the beginning of the course she did not have time to meet her. She wished someone more pleasant than Ashley. But at the moment what she wanted was to see her other friend again. They immediately reached the room that Idina shared with her. Heather was there, sitting on a chair and studying. As soon as she saw the newcomer, she immediately got up and hugged her.

-How glad I am that you've come back at last, prodigal daughter! - she said as she held her in her arms with affection. -

-I've missed you a lot- her excited partner admitted. -

-Well, now we have to catch up for lost time. - Heather smiled with visible pleasure. -

And for a long time the three of them chatted as in the old days. After almost an hour Heather apologized, she had to go see her mother. Then Idina took the opportunity to ask her friend for more private things.

-Tell me. How did you go for your kingdom?

-Well, I've had many things to do, as I told you when we talk through mirrors. The last thing before coming here was an audience with Queen Serenity. - She answered by showing her the tiara that the Saiyajin had given her. -

-Wow! - laughed Idina commenting funny. - It seems a gift for his girlfriend.

Her friend reddened in a visible way, but soon she tried to disprove.

-It has been a formal gift. Like the one I will make him when I see him again. For their sovereigns. Two symbolic pendants of Prince and Princess of the Moon. Do you remember? Like the one I gave you.

-Wow, so I'm not going to be the only princess of the Moon anymore, what an annoyance! Idina complained with visible good humour. -

-Not silly, you are something much more important, you are my best friend - Nehie smiled and after hugging her affectionately declared. - Well, I have to go to my room. Let's see what kind of partner I have this time.

-I do not tell you anything - Her interlocutor smiled in a way that you could not tell if that was a good or a bad sign. -

Although Neherenia did not want to ask her more, so after saying goodbye she went to her room. There she knocked on the door with caution, she didn´t know what her new partner might be like or what she might be doing. Especially after remembering her experience with Ashley. But this time the thing seemed to start better. A few seconds later a girl who was not very tall, thin and dress in a comfortable pyjama, opened the door for her, her eyes were dark and her black hair was pulled back in a ponytail.

-Hello - that girl greeted with sympathy to ask almost rhetorically. - You're my roommate, aren´t you?

-Yes I am Neherenia Moonlight, nice to meet you. - She replied with a smile. -

-Beatriz Gómez Lane. - Her jovial interlocutor answered giving her two kisses on the cheeks -

The sovereign of the New Moon was somewhat surprised, she was going to offer her a hand and that little girl had just kissed her in the face. And twice! Of course she was quite direct. Nehie hoped that girl did not have that kind of inclination because she wasn´t onto women. Anyway, her new partner laughed and immediately explained.

-I'm sorry if I scared you. But in my country it is customary to say hello to people when they are introduced. I am Spanish. Although my mother is English. – “The Spaniard-English woman" as the exemplary novel of Cervantes, ha, ha. And you? You're also a foreigner, right?

-Yes. – Neherenia could answer still somewhat confused. -

-Where are you from? - That girl was interested in as much as she offered her to come in. -

Nehie entered her last year room, everything seemed to be more or less the same, although she had the lower bunk free. So she was able to respond without much conviction.

-From Japan, I lived there for a long time.

-Well, I suppose you would only be raised there, because you do not look very Japanese! - Her interlocutor laughed while adding almost without giving her time to reply. - Look, I left you free the bottom bunk. Heather came to tell me that you had arrived and, privileges of the Golden. Veterans have the right to choose before.

- Thank you very much, but if you were already used to sleeping in it, I'll settle with the one above. - The girl could answer, because she did not want to be a nuisance. -

-Do not worry. I do not care about that. And what is more, you are taller than me, it will be better for you, it is a little bit longer.

The new arrival nodded gratefully. Apparently that girl was quite nice. Of course and fortunately, the reverse of her companion of the previous year. Nehie was glad, she hoped they could make friends during the little course which left. So, trying to make conversation, she asked.

-What grade are you in?

-In second. I came to study here, in my country the thing is complicated to find a job and although I speak this language at the native level they will ask me for an official title. What better than to take my studies in English!

- Yes, of course - Nehie agreed, telling her in turn. - I'm in second too.

- Maybe I see you in some extracurricular activity, apart from the classes, I'm aimed at the kitchen. I am not bad and I have even been asked to teach the others how to make tortilla.

-Tortilla? - Her interlocutor was surprised. – What is that?

            Her companion laugh, she seems to be quiet funny looking at the surprise face of Nehie, then she answered her.

-Yes, I mean Spanish Omelette. Look, I have here some in a pan. I did it this morning for the class and one half has been left. Well, I brought it with me. - She smiled somewhat mischievously. -

-But we cannot bring food to the rooms. - Neherenia objected to her. -

-We'll make a deal- the girl smiled at her, suggesting him in an accomplice way. - You try a little and if you like you sign up with me, okay?

That proposition did not stop surprising Neherenia, anyway, more so as not to offend her partner that other thing she agreed to try that. Beatriz immediately took out a fork and cut a small piece. This strange delicacy had a colour between yellow and golden and seemed juicy. The queen of the New Moon caught it not without some prevention but had to admit that it was not bad at all.

-Hey, this is very good - she finally acknowledged. -

In fact, it had a potato and egg taste that was delicious. Beatriz smiled broadly and told her proudly.

- This is the authentic Spanish omelette, recipe of my mother! It is not hard to do. Potatoes, eggs, some salt, etc ... The trick is to give the point to be spongy. I'll explain it to you.

Neherenia smiled, maybe it was not such a bad idea to learn how to make such a dish after all. That was another one of those experiences that she could treasure. She remembered still with affection and nostalgia when she learned to make cookies with Idina's mother. In this way she continued chatting a little longer with that girl. After a couple of hours, it seemed as if they had known each other all their lives. The truth is that Beatriz, or Bea as she insisted to be called, was a pretty extroverted girl. The following days, between her, Nehie, Heather and Idina, with the occasional participation of Millie, the five of them formed a small group very well matched. The Spanish girl was not in the cheerleaders because she said that this type of things did not interest her that much, but in turn she exchanged some recipes with Idina and between them they put their friends in the culinary arts a little bit up to date.

For his part, the Saiyajin had remained in the kingdom of the Moon. There, shortly after the departure of Neherenia, the sovereign addressed him.

-Now Doran, we have to talk about the main issue that has brought you here.

- Yes majesty. My sovereigns gave me precise instructions. But first I would like to ask you a question. It's about the queen of the New Moon.

Under the watchful eye of the monarchs and the rest of their entourage, the Saiyajin told them in a few words the symptoms he suffered when he was with Neherenia. Concluding

-I've seen her here again, but now that she's gone, it's weird. I do not notice it with such intensity, but even so, I feel strange.

And it was Serenity who, with a warm smile, teased between the odd giggles of her guardian princesses that baffled Doran.

-You will see. That disease is very well known to us. It is quite serious when it attacks suddenly. The symptoms are very clear. It is called infatuation.

-And is there a remedy? –the space warrior wanted to know. He did not want to get sick at a time like that. - Do you have a treatment to which I can submit?

Now the princesses could not contain themselves and burst into laughter leaving the Saiyajin even more bewildered. The same King Endymion had to cover his mouth to not laugh and Serenity, seriously striving not to happen the same, could finally respond.

-I beg you to forgive us. It is very funny. Did not your kings tell you about it?

And seeing the expression of the poor boy, the sovereign finally agreed to disclose him.

-Love. That is the disease that is attacking you and against which no cure is known more than being reciprocated.

Although the Saiyajin did not seem to understand that at all, nevertheless Serenity turned her jovial expression into another more serious one and added.

-Well, unfortunately, now we do not have time for that. There are other much more urgent issues that demand our attention. Something relative to the future. Something that only you can face.

-I hear you, my lady. - Doran replied with visible interest now. -

And the sovereign, aided by her husband the king, informed the boy of some very disturbing issues. They sent him to a friend they had on Earth to finish explaining everything. The Saiyajin nodded, swearing that he would be willing to support Queen Neherenia and the rest of those who had named him as allies in that momentous mission. Shortly after that, the warrior left to return to his planet. He had to report what happened and receive new instructions in turn.

On the other hand, the girls spent the following weeks absorbed in the preparation of their exams, the course was coming to an end and it seemed that things were calm. At least when it comes to dealing with evil or supernatural forces. Idina and Nehie appreciated that respite. They could even participate as cheerleaders in the victory of the Golden in the interstate basketball championship. With the course almost finished, the girls sat in the cafeteria in the afternoon. Millie had joined them and told them.

-I'm glad this year is over, the next one, God willing, will be the last one and we will be teachers.

-Yes. - Heather affirmed with visible optimism. - But for the moment the summer holidays are coming. What do you have plan to do, girls?

-I want to see my parents. - Idina affirmed. - I want to see my brothers and my cousins ​​too. Although I do not know if it will give me time to meet with everyone.

-Surely yes. - Bea encouraged her commenting often. - I will go back to Madrid to see my parents and my little brother too. And you, Nehie?

-I suppose I'll go back to my house. - She replied that encouraged her until then reflective expression with a half-smile to declare. - I want to meet there with very dear friends.

-Well, next year we can do the practices. - Millie told them that she even dared to indicate not without some prevention. - That's the test of fire. Let's see how can I deal with children.

-I am sure you will do very well. - Idina encouraged her and commented. - I really want that moment to come. I love kids!

- That is funny, if we continue like this, we will have to get used to taking care of other´s children - Heather sighed with a half-smile between wry and amused when she declared. - We are the clan of the no boyfriend, ha, ha ...

The others gave her a stunned look but they immediately laughed with her. For one reason or another none had a couple at that time. Millie was not too lucky in that and the boys did not like her, she said herself. Heather had not been very lucky either. Idina, after Brent was much more thought about intimate with none and above all, she had to overcome the death of her cousin and the disappearance of the rest of the crew of the ship. She had no desire or interest in dating anyone. On the other hand, Nehie did not want to interact much with the boys of the Earth, she still remembered Granate very intensely and Bea, well, she told them that she had left a half boyfriend in Spain and that maybe, when returning in summer they could resume their relation. Although she was not sure and that year she had wanted to devote to study without being distracted by anything else. It was Heather who was talkative and spontaneous as was her custom and told them.

-Well, much better. So we can stay between us and have fun without being subject to a boy.

-Of course. As we say in my land. “No hay mal que por bien no venga” - As the others didn´t understand, she could translate. There is no harm that does not come good.

The others laughed at that and nodded, despite everything it did not sound so bad. And like that the days went by. The course ended and all carried out their plans. Beatriz returned to Spain, although her destiny would almost be not to return to the Golden. Due to the circumstances of her life, she was about to finish her final year in her mother land, but finally she did return. Millie on the other hand, started the course with renewed enthusiasm. As for Heather, she did have an entertaining summer and met someone. Nehie went to her kingdom and there she was occupied with the affairs of government. She knew that the Saiyajin had returned to his world and that he would come back, and indeed Doran returned but he did it accompanied. Idina meanwhile spent that summer with her parents and siblings, wishing to have peace of mind and write some songs. However, a wonderful news made her vary her plans. The ship where her cousins ​​and friends were traveling was back! The joy and the desire to see them again made her travel to the space with her parents and other friends and family, there they met again and could attend the wedding of her cousin Leval with Amethyst. After that she returned to Earth and even enjoyed a short vacation on the Moon with Nehie. On the way back she was willing to start a new course with great enthusiasm. But each and every one of these things will be narrated in another story.

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