Sailor Sirius: Her Story Begins. By Sharon Williams Prolouge: Part One Silver Millenium Sirius System, Orion Constellation, Planet Sirius-Endoria, Southern Betelgeuse Continent, Nova Castle. Combat Training Hall: Yusef, personal sensei and trainer, watched as Princess Tonicia KnightStar did somersaults and backflips that he so painstakingly taught her over the months. Her small dark body was a lithte as a cat as she ended with a double backflip twist and landed perfectly on her feet in front of him. Yusef's dark brown eyes shone with pride as she ended. "That was very well done, princess, but you still need to concentrate more, and focus on your center of gravity." he said. Tonicia blew out an exhausted breath, "Oh, great," she thought, "I bet this means I have to do this all over again." But instead, she replied "Thanks. Well, I guess I have been a little off lately. I'll try harder. Yusef saw the expression on her face, and knew what she was thinking. "Princess, I know that this has been a hard few months of training for you, but you must understand that this is your duty, and very important for you to take seriously." "I know, I know," Tonicia sighed, "I just wish I had a little time for myself and relax." Yusef nodded understandingly. "Why don't you take a little break, then we'll begin on kicks and hand-to-hand confrontation." he said as he helped her into her robe to cover her white leotard. "And don't worry, you are doing fine. I know you are going to make this system's finest protector." "Thank you, Yusef," Tonicia smiled, "That means alot to me.". The older sensei smiled, kissed her on her forehead near the insignia of the star, and left her to her thoughts. After sitting for a few moments on the red wooden benches, she eard a familiar voice comment, "Now isn't that a sight, a beautiful young girl, sitting all by herslf!" "Father!!" Tonicia exclaimed, and ran over to give him a huge hug. "I'm so glad that you came! Please, tell me how mother is doing." Sadness suddenly clouded King Marcopius KnightStar's eyes as he looked down on his daughter."Come, let us go outside to the Forget-Me-Nots Royal Garden, and then we can talk." Outside, it was midmorning, and the planet's double sun, Sirius and it's companion star, pelted the garden with red golden rays through a cloudless violet sky. Princess Tonicia smiled as she watched the children of lords and ladies race after each other on the red grass. "Your mother is recovering as well as could be expected, " King Marcopius began, stroking his salt and pepper beard, "but losing the baby has taken it's toll on her emotionally, I just wish there was something I could have done." he said sadly. "Oh, Father, you did all you could do," putting an arm around his shoulder as they sat down in one of he garden chairs. Her mind recalled back the sad time three days ago. Queen Felicity KnightStar had gone into labor prematurely, and even with the help of the Mercury Healers of the Moonkingdom's Healing Ward, and High Prietess Arsolia of Mars, all efforts to save the child was in vain. The baby did not survive the night. "I know, Little Star, " the King said, gently patting her cheek,"and I also know that right now , I have you and your mother. That alone gives me comfort." "Oh, before I forget, I recieved a messege for you today. It could from the MoonKingdom." said King Marcopius, handing his daughter the letter ensealed in a golden envelope. Memories of Queen Serenity and her husband, his good friend King Anderal, floated in his mind. Her family too was also marked by tradegy. King Anderal of planet Solar, and his son, Prince Andrew, heir to the Kingship of Planet Solar, was killed instantley when their ship "Solar Flare", exlpoded on their way to the search for a new senshi. Queen Serenity was only just nine months pregnant at the time, and nearly lost the Princess Serenity. "You go on and read it, and then tell me what's it about later. I have to meet Ambassador Utari of Uranus. " the king said as he got up."It seems as though the three year war between the MoonKingdom and the this new threat has taken a sudden turn." "Alright Father, I will see you later." said Tonicia, watching her father as he headed towards the Meeting Hall. She open the envelope, and read: "To Princess Tonicia KnightStar, Heir to the Throne of Planet Sirius-Endoria of the Allied Systems: You are cordially invited to attend the engagement ball of Princess Serenity CrestMoon, Daughter of Queen Serenity and King Anderel. It would be a great honor for you to attend. Thank You." Capella Prime Space Station, Sirius-Endoria Orbit. "Goodbye my daughter, I hope that you will have a wonderful time, and come home saftely. "said King Marcopius, kissing his daughter a few more times on the cheek. "Father! Stop it, you're embarrassing me!" laughed Tonicia, plafully pushing him away. "What, a fourteen year old is suddenly too old to get kisses good-bye from a father!" he said feigning heartbreak. "I'll never be the same again! But anyway, I have a surprise for you" the king turned his head to the right., "You can come out now!". "Let's just hope she isn't TOO embarrassed to recieve a few more kisses." said a tall, handsome dark duke, and the Queen walking with him. "Uncle Honorius!! Mother!! shouted Tonicia as she ran to them. She hugged and kissed her mother's brown face, and stoked the star insignia on her forehead. The Queen did the same, and she then turned to her mother's brother. "What are you doing here! I thought you were in a conference at Northern Altair Continent." she said excitedly. "What! And miss my darling niece attend one of the most important social functions of her life? No way." said Grand Duke Honorius. He looked to his sister. "Besides, I wanted to be here when your mother gives you her gift. Queen Felicity delicately removed her necklace, and placed it ently in her daughter's hands. "This necklace carries the Sirius Emerald StarStone. Just as in the next system, there are the PlanetStones that help protect it, we also have a source of power to help keep our system safe. Take this power with you my dear, and use it wisely, for this great force which is threatning lives over there, is sure enough going to try to overcome you. I love you, my Little Star." said the Queen, and gave her daughter a hug and kiss. "Thank you, Mother. I will use this wisely and make you proud." said Tonicia with tears in her eyes, and placed the silver necklace with the emerald jewel around her neck. "Your Majesty, the "Star Screamer" is in readiness. We merely await your word." said an aide, bowing. "Thank you. You better get going." said the king, hugging his daughter again. Tonicia suddenly felt a strange feeling, like somehow, she might not see her family again. Quickly, she shook the feeling off, and boarded her ship. "See you around, Sport!" waved her Uncle Honorius. Sailor Sirius prolouge part two Silver Millenium, Moon Kingdom, The Moon. Moon Palace, Princess's private chambers August 3, 997 A.D. In her chamber, Princess Serenity Crestmoon eagerly gets ready for her engagement ball her mother, Queen Serenity Crestmoon, is throwing for the engagement between Prince Endymian of Terra Home, Earth, and the Princess. "Luna, do you think Darien will be able to get saftley through security at the ports, now that the Earth people are so heavily distrusted because of the war?" asked Princess Serenity, trying on her favorite gown. "I don't know, Sere. The Queen certainly made sure she set up precautions. She doesn't want anything to happen on such an important night!" replied Luna, yawning, and then licking her paws. "Yes, I suppose so." the princess sighed. She looked at herself in her full length mirror, and when she was satisfied, moved near her bed where Luna was laying down. "All of my friends are supposed to be here tonight, even Tonicia. You know Luna, I am really excited! I haven't seen her in so long!" Princess Serenity smiled at the memories of them playing hide-and-seek in the Royals Gardens as little children, when Tonicia used to visit more before her duties. Luna picked her head up "Well, you might be excited, but I hope she doesn't bring that insufferable guardian dog Marco with her!" Luna got up and walked to the door. "As a matter of fact, I'd better go and warn Artermis about what to expect, and PLEASE hurry up princess. You can't be late for you own party!" With that, Luna sprung away. With a sigh, Princess Serenity began to put on her shoes, when suddenly , there was a knock on the door. She bid the person to come in, and a palace guard stood at the doorway. "Your Majesty, the guest you requested to be brought straight to you chambers has arrived" he bowed humbly. "Well, show her in! " replied Princess Serenity replied happily. When Princess Tonicia KnightStar came in the room, both let out a girlish squeal, and ran towards each other and ended in a gigantic hug. The girls started talking at once, talking about school, training, clothes, and who has the cutest boys in court. "Thank you so much for inviting me here! I was about to go mad with all those lessons in school and training!!" said Tonicia, when both girls finally exhausted themselves, and collasped on Serenity's big bed. "By the way, Sere, where's your mom?" Princess Serenity lowered her eyes "She has alot of things to attend to before she can come to the party. Something about the war again, but she says she'll make it. " There was a second of an uncomfortable silence. "Well! Come on!" said Princess Serenity, mentally shaking herself out of the pause. "I have got SO many people to introduce you to! Luna will pronounce it a sin if we're late for the party!" On reaching the Royal Ballroom, and the Royal Gardens, Princess Serenity introduced Tonicia to the Sailor Sensei, from Mercury to Pluto and peolple from beyond, who taught the Sailor Senshi Guardians of the Inner Court everything they knew, and renewed aquaintances with the Sailor Senshi. The Party started, and soon, everyone had a dancing partner. The Earth hung like a blue jewel outside the palace balcony. Out of the corner of her eye, while dancing with a lord's hamdsome son, Princess Tonicia saw Princess Serenity run up the stairway to the outside balcony. "That's funny." Tonicia thought, "Who is she sneaking of to see?" She shrugged and continued dancing. A few moments later, Princess Serenity sadly walked down the staircase looking around longingly. Tonicia was about to excuse herself to go see what was the matter, when suddenly, a tall black-hair man in a mask walked up in front of Princess Serenity, and asked for a dance. The Princess blushed heavily and accepted. "I wonder who that guy is." Tonicia thought to herself. "Maybe I should go find out. He could be Prince Endymian." All of a sudden, there was a loud crash and heavy bang, like a big explosion. Everywhere, people stopped dead in their tracks, and looking around frantically. A moment later, Artemis and Marco came running across the dance floor, with Luna in the lead. "EVERYONE, TAKE COVER!! BRACE YOURSELF!!! Luna yelled, "THE MOON KINGDOM IS UNDER ATTACK!!!THE MOON KINGDOM IS UNDER ATTAAACK!!!!!...... Darkness. Darkness was all that Tonicia could feel around her. When she "awoke", she found silence and darkness has engulfed her. "Where..where am I?" she thought. "What happened? Am I dead?" Like a flash of lightning, the whole event that took place jumped in her mind. Screaming. Buildings falling down around her. Death and the dying. Blood everywhere. In her mind, Tonicia saw the Scouts fighting and dying, then saw herself change into a scout with the necklace her mother gave her. She then saw a strange blue-skinned woman laughing at her, calling her a fool. She saw Queen Serenity crying, holding wand with a crysal on it, then nothing more. "Oh no!" she thought, "Everything has been destroyed, and and I couldn't help!! It's all my fault!!! she started to cry. "No, it is not your fault." came a calm, silvery voice " You did as much as you could, and now, it will not be in vain!" "Who are you?" Tonicia tried to yell, but found she had no voice , but could only think it. "I am the one who will make everything right for you. I will not let it end this way!!" the voice replied. " Your bravery and sacrifice will not be forgotten. Now , you will go to a new life and new future, and in time , my dear, everything will be revealed to you. Even though we may not see each other again, know for now that I hold you, my daughter, and everyone else dear to my heart. Good-bye, brave one, and may the Goddess keep you safe in your life's journey!! Calmly, Princess Tonicia allowed the darkness to take her back to sleep, knowing deep inside, she was going to be just fine. THE END FOR THE PROLOUGE