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**138. Clarifying misunderstandings.**

Everyone gathered at the big party, they talked a lot, told each other countless things. When Leval and Amethyst arrived accompanied by Dr. Mizuno it was Bertie who first ran to her and hugged her, Bertie exclaimed same as her son had done before.

-Ami! How glad I am to see you. How come you came?

-I was able to escape from the hospital for a few days. - She said with a broad smile, hugging her dear friend in turn to wish her. - I am so happy for you, congratulations.

- Yes. Time flies! You see, I'm going to be a grandmother.

-The most beautiful and youngest grandmother in the galaxy. - Roy intervened approaching in turn. - How are you, Ami? - He wanted to know with affability.-

-Very well, thank you. - The doctress answered to him. -

- You see. – Roy smiled affirming in admiration. - I look at you and you are still that little girl I met in New York, so many years ago. How do you do it? You've hardly changed in all this time.

It was certainly not a topic that Ami wanted to speak about. So, she opted for a polite but hurried response.

-You are also very young.

-I wish we were like you! – Bertie smiled giving both hands to her friend and adding as an explanation- It must be because of the properties of the Silver Crystal. You are from the kingdom of the Moon and surely it affects you in this way, prolonging your youth.

-Well, maybe it's that. - The questioner smiled with a certain stranding now that she was trying to hide. - But we are not so old either...

However, Beruche decided to change the subject...

-Kerria was with her cousins, as soon as she sees you, she will be very happy. - She told her friend. -

Dr. Mizuno agreed to that. She also greeted the rest. She told them something like what she had talked to her godson. When the cousins arrived Kerria really hugged the newcomer happily. She didn't forget everything her godmother had done for her.

-How glad I am to have you here, godmother! - The girl said without wanting to let her go from her hug. -

Ami smiled, her goddaughter was quite a woman already, so tall and so pretty. But, above all, she was so wonderful and so fighting for Justice. Poor Kerria had to put herself to the test lately. In line with that she asked almost in whispers.

-How is Samantha?

-Oh, she is all right now! Thank you for asking. - The young woman replied, once they separated from that long embrace. -

-Hasn't she come with you?

-She had a lot of work to do. - Kerria could say, by way of justification. - I have already told her that I really want her to come and meet the rest of my family.

-Surely, she will. Everything in its time. - Ami agreed. -

Meanwhile, at another place of the party, Mazoui was able to greet his sister and, going with her to a separate place, to chat with her.

-How are you, Kathy? - The boy wanted to know with some concern, because he did not forget the words of his godmother Minako. -

-I am all right, Mazzie... What about you? I see that you are about to commit to Satory. - She replied trying to be cordial. -

Although she was not normal for her brother. It was as if the girl was trying to deflect the issue. Therefore, at the risk ruining the moment, he dared to insist.

-Surely you are fine. I perceive you tense.

-Oh, come on! -  Kathy responded, now looking upset. I hate it when you do that.

-When I do, what? - He wanted to know as if he didn't really understand what his sister's complaint was about. -

-You know it perfectly. - The young woman said to clarify. - You are getting into my thoughts, or whatever you do.

-I don't get into your thoughts. I have told you many times that I am not capable of that. - He replied trying to be conciliatory, to qualify. - I have only said that I notice that you are tense. Nothing else. I don't need special powers for that, Kathy.

-Yes... the truth be told, I am. Sorry Mazzie. - Katherine was able to recognize that she explained more calmly. - Many things come together with me. The exams, the performances, this trip, my work as a Justiciera. You know... full time and overtime.

The truth is that it could well be that. Perhaps the godmother Minako had become overly worried. The boy also didn't want to argue with his sister, for once they saw each other in such a while. So, he laid his hands on the young woman's shoulders, smiled at her, and said affectionately.

-You know you can talk to me about that and anything. Kathy. If I can help you with something...

-Yes, of course I know, you fool...-She agreed that she said in a better mood. - And I tell you the same. Let's see if you decide already with poor Satory... I want to have a sister to talk to about girl stuff with.

- Okay... headdress. - The boy admitted by making his sister laugh. -

The others continued with the talks. Sapphire and Petz asked Ami about their partner Makoto. She told them that she was also looking forward to seeing them again.

-You'll see, Sandy. - Coraíon told his girlfriend, taking advantage of the fact that his parents and Dr. Mizuno were chatting. My godmother also loves to cook and makes some delicious cakes.

-Well. - The girl smiled with a funny gesture to sentence. - We will be able to exchange recipes.

The formerly woman better known as Sailor Mercury also greeted the Rodney’s who sent her best wishes to Rei. Especially Idina was eager to see her godmother and was sorry that she had not come. Although Alan also wanted to greet her and introduce her to his girlfriend. However, it was Naya who anticipated, approaching the newcomer full of joy, and greeting her.

-Ami! This is wonderful!... I hadn't seen you for a long time. Since I finished the internship with you.

-I see that you have become a great doctress. - She said with approval. -

-I still have some subjects to pass to get the terrestrial title. But I can exercise helping my brother. The authorities here, have accept the degree of cosmic knowledge that I have, just like him. - The young woman told her. - Although, I would like to become a real terrestrial doctor. Just like you.

-Yes, I see it. - Ami smiled watching that girl holding the hand of the Rodney’s' eldest son so she added animosity. - I'm sure you'll get it.

Elsewhere, Diamond was now chatting with his brother and telling him...

-As Roy told me, Nephrite had come to Bios. I hope he will come to see us.

-I also wish that. - His interlocutor agreed who, smiling, told him.- Congratulations, you will be a grandfather soon. I celebrate that Amethyst and Leval make such a good couple.

-Yes, Emerald is already thinking about preparing clothes for the baby. I think she intends to open a children's line or something. Ha, ha!... Although from what I see, you too will soon have reasons to celebrate. - He commented. -

In line with these words, the Prince of Nemesis caught the attention of his brother, indicating with his eyes the position in which Coraíon and Sandy were, who were now amicably chatting with Kerria, Amethyst and Leval.

-It's true. - Sapphire sighed, but he was with his interlocutor. - She seems a very good girl to me, but Petz. I don't know, I don't think this made her very excited precisely.

-I can understand her point of view. - Diamante, who stated more seriously, said. - But I think your wife should turn the page...

-It's very difficult to do that, brother. - Sapphire objected, looking down. -

Diamond nodded, placing a hand on his younger brother's left shoulder.

- I do know. Sorry if I haven't expressed myself well. I'm not telling you to forget. But you must be aware that, as hard as it may seem, life goes on... We will all always remember Garnet, but you have another son. You know that well. I know you understand what I mean.

-You're right..., - his interlocutor admitted with a resigned tone. Dedramatizing a line followed with a smile when he said. - Although, it is difficult to tell Petz that. You know how she can take such a thing...

-Yes, ha, ha! She has a strong personality. - His brother laughed, wanting to eliminate that moment of sadness by evoking those memories. So, he added in a more jovial way by giving Sapphire a pat on the shoulder. - Go, let's go with the others. Let's see what crazy Roy is told.

And Sapphire followed him to the group where Roy, Tom, and a few others were. So, they continued chatting with each other until the party was over.  Sure enough, that mysterious family was that of Nephrite and Amanda. However, they appeared after the celebration and greeted their friends with great joy. Special mention to Coraíon who loved to see Paul and Samantha, son, and daughter of that couple, with whom he had made a great friendship in his student years in England. He was able to remember the old days with them and their parents as well as introduce them to Sandy. Nephrite told his peers from another time that his children practically ran the family business and that both he and Amanda could afford to spend a lot of time on vacation. They learned from the holo television of the adventures of the ship and Amanda made some calls to former friends of the "Foreign Office" who put her in contact with those in charge of this project on Earth. So, they got tickets. They had not wanted to warn any of their friends since they wanted to give a surprise to everyone and, of course, they succeeded. So, after discussing a lot of each other's current issues, memories and lives, the long evening ended, and everyone went to bed. The next day, the Saint Join family returned to Earth and from the rest, each returned to their obligations. Petz and Sapphire discussed what Coraíon had told them about his marriage plans to Sandy. And indeed, she did not seem very enthusiastic about the idea and so she told her husband confirming her fears.

- Sapphire, I don't like that our son has decided such an important thing lightly.

-But Petz. - Her husband replied without worrying. - Surely, he has meditated on it. Moreover, it is seen that he loves that girl.

- He is in love. I don't dispute that. But we don't know anything about her. - His wife opposed, adding full of common sense. - At least, he should get to know her a little more before committing...

-Coraíon is old enough to decide what he wants to do with his life, honey. -Sapphire condescendingly replied. - We can't impose things on him like when he was a child.

- I don't want to impose anything on him, just make him think about it. He has fallen in love, but it can be something temporary. - Petz objected with a touch of concern that she tried to make objective without getting too much. – He is still very young...

-Then talk to him. - Her husband advised her. -Tell him what you think.

- I need your support, if not, he will not listen to me. - She asked her husband to add. - You know how he is, when he thinks he is right about something, there is no one to convince him otherwise.

- Yes. It reminds me of someone I know. – He smiled looking at his wife who frowned. –

- Stop joking! – She replied with visible irritation. – This is very serious. It's about our son's future.

Sapphire sighed with resignation. When his wife got angry it was not easy to appease her. Although, he was able to respond by shrugging his shoulders to admit.

- It is that I have nothing to say. In my opinion, that girl seems good for him.

-Ah, of course! - Her wife exclaimed with disgust to denounce upset. -All men are equal, as soon as you see that it is a beautiful woman, you no longer look at anything else. It will have been enough for you to look at her tits to give your approval.

-Petz. - Sapphire patiently responded, reminding of his irritated wife. - She has told us that she has a degree in biochemistry, a doctress, and one of those responsible for the terraforming project. That means that, at least, she is beautiful and very intelligent. You must admit that it is not a bad combination. In addition to being the daughter of my colleague and friend Robert.

- That doesn´t mean she's going to be a good wife for Coraíon. - Petz added that, despite all these facts, she did not seem very convinced, when she sentenced. – And the future and happiness of our child is the most important thing. There is nothing more precious than that to me.

Her husband sighed resigned once again. Well, he knew that when Petz closed in that way it was impossible to reason anything with her. Moreover, he suspected that no more reasons he told her, they would hit the wall erected by the obstinacy of his wife. And it seemed that she seemed to have refused from the beginning to give to that poor girl even a chance.  So, Sapphire decided to change tactics.

- I understand that Karaberasu knows her a little. According to my believe, this girl is very close friends with Mazoui. Why don't you ask her for advice? - He proposed in a conciliatory way, eager to settle the issue. -

He knew he wasn't going to be able to persuade her, especially when his wife was closing in her stubbornness, just as he talked to his brother the night before at the party. But possibly Petz listened to her own sister.

-Yes, it's a good idea. - She admitted and she added something quieter. - I will.

So, without wanting to delay it too long, she went to chat with Karaberasu who was in her room about to leave when Petz called her. They met in the hotel café. Kalie came down a short time later and Petz waited for her there. The newcomer went to sit next to her sister and Petz, after informing her of the situation and what she talked about Sapphire, asked her about Sandy without any detours.

- You know that girl. Tell me, how is she?

-Well, I know her little. - Karaberasu responded sincerely, which nevertheless she added. - But as far as I know, she's a very good girl. Intelligent and hardworking, very close friend of Masters' daughter. So, she is of your niece Amethyst and my son. Everyone appreciates her very much. What worries you, Petz?

- Coraíon may rush a little ... as I have told you he wants to marry her, and I think that is very premature. - Her older sister told her with a restless look. -

- You don´t have to worry. Mazoui has told me very good things about that girl. In addition, it is as if she were a sister to him... - Kalie wanted to calm her down. -

- Then they must both get along very well. - Petz who was surprised, guessed. If her nephew had her in such a high concept, she could not take that lightly or overlook it, so she wanted to know. - Does he know her well?

- Both share many things. - Karaberasu told her. Then she tried to be more explicit, although she first commented with care -... I must tell you something, but I hope that doesn't make you prejudge her...

-What is it about? - her visibly interested sister asked her. -

- She's like Mazoui. -  Kalie confessed to her sister. -

- What? - Petz got up from the chair in surprise to barely be able to add. - You mean!

Her younger sister nodded continuing gently.

- My son told me that the same thing has happened to Sandy same as him. Many years of suffering for being different. The poor girl lost her mother when she was just a child. From what Mazoui has told me, she sacrificed herself to save her father and her. Her mother was a demoness, but she had a warm heart.

-But what do you say? -  Her sister snapped at him with an incredulous smile. - How was a demoness going to have a warm heart? That's absurd, Kalie! that girl will be another succubus like her mother, I can't trust her! You know as well as I do what they were capable of. We fight many times against such beings, and they almost end up with us.

But the effect of Petz's words was the opposite of what she intended. Not only did her sister not agree with her on that but visibly offended, she stood up as she responded categorically.

- Enough Petz. For God's sake! Do you think my son Mazoui is evil just because he is the way he is?

-No, Kalie. - Petz answered to her defensively, trying to justify herself immediately, being then aware of her unfortunate comment. - It's not the same... he is partly human...

- Sandy is too. - Karaberasu refuted with growing discomfort in her tone. - Her father is human. That girl is as good as my son can be, and if you don't trust her, I must understand that you wouldn't trust Mazoui either.

-No, it's not that. - Her hurried interlocutor said with a conciliatory tone. - I know your son, I know how he is, but I don´t know her, I am not influenced by whose daughter she is.

- Don't be a hypocrite. That's not what you told me just a moment ago. - She was contradicted by her visibly upset sister. –

After a few moments of violent silence, Petz tried to straighten that out, thinking that her sister would agree with her. Her son was too young to commit, and less so considering how little time he knew that girl. But when Kalie told her that!... Anyway, putting herself in her sister's place, she understood that she had become angry. Once again, Petz had to admit that her personality had played tricks on her, and she had spoken without measuring her words.

- I am sorry, forgive me, really. I would never think badly of your child. Maybe I've rushed, that's all. - She apologized feeling in a rather embarrassing situation. -

- I assure you that Sandy will make your son very happy because she really loves him. You can't even imagine how difficult it has been for her to take the plunge. -  Karaberasu declared, then she turned her offended tone into a more insightful and acidic one as she used to add. - But maybe that's not what really worries you.

-What do you mean? - her sister wanted to know, because now it was, she who was upset, soon adding in a burst of her typical genius, tinged this time with nostalgia, regret and even fear. - I only look for the happiness of Coraíon, he is the only thing I have left! I lost Garnet and I do not want to lose my other son.

- Listen – And this time it was Karaberasu who spoke to her sister in a conciliatory and gentle way when assuring. - You will not lose him; you will gain a daughter. Please, Petz, be honest with yourself. If you really believe what you're telling me then it's easy, talk to Sandy and get to know her better. You will see how you will like her right away. I have barely meet her and she is already another daughter to me. I fully understand what is happening to you, your feelings, and your fears. Do you think it wasn't hard for her to say yes to your son, even though she wanted to do it with all her heart?... She was very afraid of being rejected, of being considered a monster. I can understand it very well, I have lived it seeing how Mazoui suffered, and I suffered with him. You could talk to that girl and see what she is really like, you should at least try. Do it, but for her or for you, for your son Coraíon.

This allegation managed to dispel the aggressiveness of her sister, Petz kept a few seconds of uncomfortable but reflective silence and conceded more calmly and conciliatorily.

- Maybe you're right. I must give her a chance; I will talk to her. If my son loves her, it must be for a good reason. Thank you, Kalie, if I have said something that has offended you, I ask for forgiveness. That was not my intention. You know how I love my nephew.

-It is O.K. Petz. - Karaberasu said, squeezing out a slight but cordial smile, and holding her sister's hand. - Don't worry, I am also a mother and I care about my children, as you do for yours.

And she really said it. As she chatted with her older sister, she thought not only of her nephew and son, but also of her daughter Katherine. Something had happened to that girl lately, Kalie noticed her more distant and melancholic than she used to be. Even if she tried to hide it in her presence. But she decided to put that aside for a moment. She would have time to talk to her when they returned to Earth.

-Everything in its time. - Kalie said to herself trying at that moment to focus on encouraging her stubborn older sister, while sentencing.- Go, go to see Sandy and get to know her. You won't regret it. And when you prove that I was right. I will be happy to give you back your favorite phrase.

-I already told you. - Petz muttered, smiling slightly now. -

That was the phrase that since they were little she used to say to Kalie every time she did something improper after having warned her. Paradoxes of life, perhaps now the tables had really been turned. So, Petz nodded, after thanking her sister for that conversation, she said goodbye to her and went to the laboratory where Sandy worked. In another place Mazoui and Satory were walking around the city, taking advantage of the fact that he had an afternoon shift. The boy invited his girlfriend to have a drink. She asked Sandy to replace her, she gladly did. So, the two went to the café where they used to go, there they met Katherine and Idina who were also walking in the area.

-There. - Idina told her cousin as she pointed. - Look! is your brother with Satory. What a coincidence to find them around here!

Upon noticing, Katherine called them waving her arms while shouting their names.

- Hey, Mazoui, Satory! We are here, come.

Satory noticed Kathy's call and told her boyfriend. They both went there and greeted the two of them.

-Hello. - The boy said with a laughing expression as he asked. -Taking a walk?

- Well, yes. - His sister nodded explaining with admiration - We wanted to see what if that ship was as big as it seems and of course it is huge!

- It's true. - Idina smiled, so she added no less with amazement, - we have been walking for hours and we must still have much to see!

-We can be you guides. - Mazoui offered them. - But now, let's have something...by the way, where is Kerria? I thought you would be together. - He asked kindly.  -

- Kerria is with her parents. - Idina informed them. - I think then they will eat with Leval and with Amethyst.

- Wow! - Satory said. - A family reunion. So, I don't think we'll see them today...

- Well. How are you? - The boy was interested as if he had not talked to her the previous time. – What plans do you have?

- We haven't fared badly. – His sister answered dispassionately to tell them. – I have finished the second year of university and now I have started third one. Let's see if I can combine it with the world of music.

- Yes. I hope so too. - I have already started the third year in the Golden. – Idina added with a more excited tone. –

- What did you study? - Satory wanted to know, more out of politeness than anything else, as they took a seat in chairs in the cafeteria that she and Mazoui used to frequent. –

- Third year of magisterium. - The girl replied to add. – As soon as I learned of Amethyst's pregnancy I came as soon as I could. Good thing I have some good friends taking notes there! – She laughed amused, and the others smiled in turn. –

- It's true, that in the faculty notes worth gold. I'm telling you – Kathy said adding not shamelessly. – Occasionally, I have sold my notes. You can make a good deal.

- Of course, little sister – Her brother could say by shaking his head although in a funny way to sentence. – You should be in touch with Satory's father. Maybe you can teach him how to do business!

-Look. you're really dumb sometimes. - She jovially admonished him in turn to everyone's joy. –

Mazoui looked at his sister amusedly, although then he noticed something strange. He was again perceiving that strange sensation. It was as if Kathy had something to hide. He had noticed something strange when the girl commented on the notes. Although that intuition was only like a flash, afterwards everything seemed normal again. The boy didn't give it any more importance. It must have been because his sister told him the other day. Besides, he was too happy to worry about anything now. So, they continued to talk about a few other things. Including those gods so strange and powerful. That amazed the two girls, it was Idina who could comment.

-And not even you, nor cousin Leval could do anything?

-No. – Mazoui admitted to sentence with tinges of reverential fear. – They are so immensely powerful that we could hardly touch them. Do you see, little sister? Here you would have material for a good report.

-Yes, no one would believe it! – She sighed. - Just by reading the headline. Super powerful gods capable of defeating a golden warrior and his allies.

-Well, I assure you that it was exactly like that. -His brother admitted. -

Although the young woman seemed somewhat nervous because she looked at the time on her wristwatch a couple of times in a matter of a few minutes.

-At least you are all fine and Amethyst and Leval are going to be parents. I hope I can see them a little more before I leave. Although, I understand that now the most important thing for them is to reunite with their closest family. - Idina commented. –

-Time there will be, don't worry about it. – She was encouraged by her cousin Mazoui. -

Indeed, as Idina had said, in a restaurant in the center of the city, Leval and Amethyst were with their families. The atmosphere was relaxed, Diamond and Roy, as always, crossed jokes. Leval chatted animatedly with his sister and Amethyst. Emerald and Beruche didn't pay much attention to their playful husbands this time, as they were engaged in talking about plans. Amethyst was splitting a hake fillet. At that time her mother told Bertie that she was designing a cute wardrobe for her grandson.

-I think I will launch the Deveraux early childhood fashion. -  Emerald declared with a mixture of bombast and tenderness. - And my first model will be my little granddaughter, or granddaughter...

-You will be accused of nepotism! - Bertie laughed. -

-I don´t give a damn about it. - Her interlocutor smiled. -

The future mother listened and smiled but suddenly stopped hearing her mother and she was enveloped in a cloud. A huge area of the color of the sky stretched around her. She could not hear anything; she was clouded by a kind of dull silence that plugged her ears although she could see well what happened next to her at high speed. They were ethereal figures that she could not identify but that seemed to her endowed with immense power and majesty. They seemed to move large flaming wings. The girl gasped taking a breath almost as if she could not breathe and released the cutlery. Everyone at the table stared at her, as did some of the local customers. A restless Leval immediately got up and knelt next to her holding one of her hands.

-What's wrong with you, Amethyst, are you okay? - Her husband asked her with obvious concern. -

Still stunned after that strange reverie, the young woman looked at Leval and then at the rest who were also watching her with a worried gesture. She reacted at last by becoming aware of where she was.

-Honey! - Her alarmed husband insisted. -

-I'm fine, - she could reply at last muttering. - It's what I've seen...

-What have you seen, daughter? - She was asked by the also restless Emerald taking her with affectionate restlessness from her other hand. -

Amethyst decided that it would be better not to explain it, it could be a hallucination or something similar due to stress and she did not want to worry her family too much.

- Nothing. - She whispered again in a firmer voice. - I'm fine, it must be pregnancy stuff.

- You don't have to try to be with us. If you are not feeling good, Leval should take you home. - Beruche intervened with some fear as well. -

-No, -A calmer Amethyst assured her. - No, I'm okay, thank you. I really want to see you, calm down, everything is alright. We are going to finish eating.

- As you want, daughter. - Diamond conceded while still looking at her somewhat restless yet. -

As that incident was forgotten, they continued to eat without further setbacks. The conversation continued along the typical paths of the things that would be needed for the baby and how the budding grandparents would be happy to help them. There followed the friendly pranks between Roy and Diamond with this as an excuse and the pretended reprobation of their respective wives. All with the funny look of the young couple of future parents. Finally, after an entertaining after-dinner, and after saying goodbye to his parents and in-laws, Leval took his wife home. The next day the two had obligations to attend.

-How are you, honey? - He asked her, who was now resuming the previous incident when they got home. -

-Tired. - It was the response of the young woman who did not seem to give more importance to the subject, when she declared. - Do not worry. I've had a lot of emotions these days. With a little sleep I will be as good as new.

-Very well. - The boy conceded by giving her an affectionate kiss on the lips. - I think I will do the same. I've been very busy for a few days, and I want to rest.

-You? - She laughed signing incredulously- You’re a super Saiyan!...

Her husband smiled in turn to respond amusedly.

-Not even that saves me from the tedium of paperwork and the stress of work. I will really take a nap with you and our delighted baby. - He smiled giving an affectionate kiss on the cheek to his wife at the same time as caressing her belly. -

And with the expression of joy of her the couple decided to lie down for a little while to rest. Amethyst smiled happily when her husband surrounded her with both arms in a protective gesture and both were able to sleep. It was wonderful to be able to rest together, with nothing else to disturb them. In fact, the girl felt a calm and a peace that she had rarely experienced.

-My love, when you are born, we will be waiting for you to give you all our affection. - Amethyst thought before falling deeply asleep. -

A little bit earlier Petz arrived at the laboratory, as it was the lunch break, she found Sandy in the cafeteria of the place. The girl was having a sandwich and a salad from the machine (having to supply Satory so suddenly she didn't have much time to prepare anything). Her boyfriend's mother went straight to her and approached her with a somewhat forced smile.

- Hello, Mrs. Lassart. - The scientific brunette politely greeted her, seeing her arrive. -

- Hi, Sandy, I hope I don't surprise you at a bad time. I don't want to be inopportune. - She said with preventive courtesy. -

- Of course not. It's my lunch break, tell me, Mrs. Lassart, what brings you around here? - She wanted to know the girl trying not to be abrupt, but direct. -

- I wanted to talk about you and my son, you see. I'm a woman who likes to cut to the chase...

-The same thing happens to me. - Sandy agreed so, she wanted to know.- You will say then...

-Listen. I don't want to sound rude to you or think I'm intruding on your lives, but... the wedding. I don't know if you're rushing. - Petz confessed to her somewhat stranded. -

- Is that it? - Sandy inquired, which now responded more seriously and dismayed. – You believe that our engagement is a mistake. Yes, I had already noticed it, you know? Sometimes I have the faculty to perceive what others think, believe me, sometimes I would not like to.

Petz smiled again a little forcefully and tried to soften the tension that had arisen with a more conciliatory tint.

-You see, I have no intention of bothering you, I just want to talk to you. Understand that, as a mother, I worry about my son's future.

- I understand that perfectly. You think I'm not very suitable for your child's future. Is that Truth? - The young woman added. Her tone seemed to clearly indicate that she was already resignedly waiting for that kind of prevention. -

-Don't get me wrong. -Petz said trying to improve her mood. - I just want to know you better. My nephew Mazoui, my sister Karaberasu, and Sapphire, my husband, hold you in high esteem. Especially my sister, and that's very important to me, you can believe me. I value her opinion very much and she does not usually lavish herself on praise with those who do not deserve them. But I would like you to tell me the plans my son and you have for the future.

-The truth, we haven't decided yet. - Sandy replied still on the defensive. However, she was able to respond truthfully. - We would want a house on the planet and a few children, but not right away. We need time to get our lives and our jobs on track...

- Yes, I know that's hard, I lived it myself. Working and raising a family at the same time is no easy task.  - Petz admitted, she wanted to be as delicate as possible when adding. - But you are a girl with preparation, and you are well placed, my son too. I don't think that's that problematic. However, considering your circumstances. Tell me the truth, do you really see yourself as a mother?...

Despite everything, Petz left that question floating in the air with a tone that her interlocutor did not like at all.

- Mrs. Lassart, I see that your sister has told you more things about me than you seem to know. - Sandy said obviously upset to sentence, - I don't have to make detours. If you say it by my ancestry, my mother loved me, and she was a good mother. From what little I remember about her I grew up with a lot of love until she died to save me and my father. I would like to have children one day so they could have me to grow up by their side. - She kept a few moments of silence that threatened to make her uncomfortable until she added, now looking towards the ceiling with a very melancholic air and a softer tone. - Many times, I think about everything I wish I had talked to my mother, the things I would have said to her. Or the ones she would have told me. What I would have asked her. All the time we would have spent together. Do you know what it's like to wake up night after night having nightmares about the way she was murdered? Ever since I was little, I remember calling her crying in the darkness of my room for hours and waiting for her to come in vain. No, I don't want that to be the case for my children. If I ever have them and that is what I desire, I will always be by their side.

  Petz immediately realized that girl was sincere, it was noticeable in the tone of her voice, which was no longer one of anger but of melancholy and sadness. Sandy seemed about to cry; she really would have missed her mother very much that she must not have been so bad. At least as a former Justiciera, the Lady of lightning, she had thought. But, of course, she had fought to the death against another demoness and that was not easy to forget. Although if her own sister who lived her same experience, and even suffered that terrible trance of being forced by a demon, endorsed that girl, she would have her reasons. Now Petz herself was beginning to see clearly that Sandy was not a bad person but quite the opposite. And while listening to that girl tell her all that, reveal her intimate life and her most precious memories, with that load of emotion and pain, she began to feel bad about her prejudices and told her in turn in soft voice.

- I am the eldest of my sisters. When we were still very young, we were separated from our parents. I had to take care of my younger sisters. I was almost a child, and I also needed the advice of a mother many times and like you I have had many nightmares calling her when I was a baby and then calling my young son after his death.  And I understand very well the emptiness that is felt. Forgive me, I haven't been fair to you...

- Mrs. Lassart. I would be very happy if you accepted me. I can't wait to be part of your family! - Sandy confessed to her now looking at her with expectation and a mute plea in her deep green eyes.  – You are all wonderful, Coraíon always tells me how united you are.

- I thank you. I would like to have a daughter too. You know? - Petz added with regretful sincerity, taking a Holo photograph of Garnet. - When I lost my son, I suffered a very hard blow. He was so young, so full of life and such a good boy! Look - She showed the photo to Sandy who looked at her in surprise, thinking he looked pretty much like her fiancé. - He was handsome, wasn´t he? - Petz smiled full of nostalgia and sadness and at the same time feeling proud. -

-He was very handsome. - Sandy admitted, nodding to comment on her thoughts. - He looked a lot like Coraíon.

-Did you know him? - Petz hopefully asked her, giving the girl more information. - He was always with Mazoui and Leval. You had to see him.

-No, I'm sorry, - the girl denied with real regret. - At that time, I didn't meet them yet. But I would have liked to meet him. I know everyone loved him very much.

- You'll take me for a fool, but, knowing that Coraíon was going to get married... I don't know, I think I feared losing my other son. - Her interlocutor confessed visibly in a hurry. -

- No, I understand that, but you have nothing to fear, you will not lose him. - Sandy smiled with a more animated gesture affirming - I assure you!  I sometimes think that my father may feel the same way. However, I am convinced that he will also gain a son. Just like you a daughter, Mrs. Lassart. And I also wish to have a mother like you. It's something that would make me very happy. Really.

Her interlocutor listened to her very carefully. Now all those misgivings and doubts she had harbored seemed ridiculous to her. It was very clear that this poor girl would have suffered a lot in life. It was as Kalie and the rest had told her. She was a fighter, moreover, Petz herself could identify more and more with her. That girl had in addition to her beauty and her intelligence, goodness inside and a strong character, in a positive way.  And possibly she had her moments of bad mood, it was enough to look at her in those basil green eyes so deep as to realize that it was better not to make her angry. So, with a much friendlier expression, Coraíon's mother went to Sandy and asked her affably.

- Just call me Petz and from now on count on me, my dear. - So, she smiled openly since she had already dispelled any doubts. -

- Thanks! You can´t imagine how much this means to me. - Sandy couldn't hold back and hugged her more than possibly future mother-in-law. She was very happy but then the alarm of her wristwatch sounded, she looked at it and said something startled. - Oops! it's getting late, I'm sorry, I must go to work now. Satory asked me to replace her.

-Don't worry, -Petz said. -I have already distracted you a lot. We can do one thing. Come to dinner tonight with Coraíon and we will talk more calmly. If you don't have other plans. - She asked her with gentle caution. -

- I'll be delighted, I'll tell him, and we'll be there. See you in the evening then. – Sandy answered. -

And saying goodbye with a gentle bow of her head, Sandy got into the lab. For her part, Petz left happy and relieved to see that this was, in truth, a good girl who really loved her son. And when she returned to her hotel, she took out of her suitcase an object that she had kept for a long time. She decided that it was time for it to go to other hands, because, until that moment, she had not found anyone worthy to whom she could give it. She looked at it and stroked it remembering many things, some beautiful, some bitter, but always important. That was a legacy that she had not been able to pass on to any daughter, since, unlike her sisters, she only had boys. Now at last, things had changed...

-Yes, maybe the time has come to move on, my child...- She sighed carrying that photo of her youngest son in her hands and bringing it to her chest. - Although, I will never forget you.

Meanwhile, the gods had returned from their tour of space. Their inquiries had not yielded results.

-We have not found any being that responds to the characteristics you indicated. - Dialen told Redan. –

-We have search to practically this entire galaxy and nothing. - Buruk said, crossing his arms. –

-Now, I don't know what we should do. – Zoen who seemed somewhat puzzled, intervened. –

- Yes. Redan. Tell us. What should we do? - Soa wanted to know with an inquisitive look. -

       This one messed his chin and was able to respond with a thoughtful tone.

-So, the Messenger is not out there. Very well. It's okay. Mr. Georcael told me that he would come in person to deal with this matter.

-If he must come personally, it means the matter is very important. - Dialen commented showing a lot of respect and even concern, now in his voice. – Even serious.

-That's the way it is. - Redan agreed, sentencing. – Much more than you imagine. Since, as he told me, we need the Messenger to manifest himself as soon as possible.

-What's going on? - Zoen asked with great trepidation for what she was used to. –

-At the moment I don't know anything else either. I am just telling you that Mr. Georcael will arrive shortly. Prepare yourselves to follow his instructions. - He practically ordered them.- He will tell us how we will proceed.

The other gods nodded in unison and set out to await the arrival of their superior with considerable trepidation and seriousness, which was very unusual in their case.

-And, in the meantime, you may observe humans, but not to bother them but in case you see something strange. - Redan told them. -

-Strange? Everything in them is. - Buruk commented. -

-That is true. - Zoen agreed. -

-Well, I like them! - An enthusiastic Soa said. -

However, Dialen seemed to be more thoughtful and declared.

-If Redan talks about something strange, it must also be strange for them. Isn't it?

-That's right. - Their interlocutor agreed. - Something strange and potentially dangerous for them. We cannot allow anything to harm them.

-Alright. - Dialen replied, with the acquiescence of his companions.- We will be alert...

For her part, Seren had been stunned to be referred to that story.  After the meeting she had with the sovereigns and with Doran and Lance she decided to walk around the city a little to clarify her ideas. She liked Tokyo and she was generally fine on Earth. Her mother had advised her to try to integrate with the customs there and not to be too severe. Now she smiled, when she arrived, she was quite rough and sharp for human customs. Not in vain had her preceptor Seira trained her hard, as had the rest of her brothers. Queen Meioh's guardian was also tough on her own children. But she always behaved honorably and showing that she loved them. That's why it hurt so much, and Seren herself also suffered from thinking about it.

-It's a terrible betrayal. And very humiliating. I can understand Doran. And now I understand why the kings didn't want to tell me... However, when I fulfill my mission here, I will have to come to my world as a princess of New Vegeta.

She recalled that meeting. At last, the cards were turned upside down. Serenity testified with a grave gesture.

-Things are rushing, soon we will have to face a terrible power at whose side any other enemy is of minor importance. Therefore, both you, and ambassador Doran, must focus only on the task to be entrusted to you.

-Your Majesty, that's easy to say, but in my world, things are very bad. My own family is in danger! - Seren replenished emphatically and in fear. -

-I assure you that everything we do is intended for the common benefit. – Mamoru declared. -

-We didn't want to get to this. We had to convince the ambassador not to contact you beforehand. At least until we could gather you all and explain to you. - Usagi added, already in her role as future sovereign. - And do not fear. Both in New Vegeta, and elsewhere, we have friends and allies who will solve the problems. On the other hand, we need you here. Your own parents want it.

-Yes, Mr. Rodney...- She was going to say when that guy interrupted her to qualify. -

-You can call me Lance, your highness...

-He has given me a document that comes from my parents. - The young woman admitted. -

-We know, and my friend Setsuna, your mother, told me some time ago that it was her wish that you stay here and help protect the Earth and the Moon. But now, your duty and that of the rest of your group, will have to go much further.

- Yes. - Lance added, alleging. - By protecting a certain person, you will safeguard the future, not only of the Earth and the Moon, but of the entire Cosmos...

-Do not worry, when the time comes, you will go to your world to witness the triumph of yours. But if you don't help now to fulfill this mission, you will also be condemning in the long term those you love. - Mamoru added, speaking already as Endymion.

The girl looked stunned at her interlocutors, then at Doran who returned the same gesture of surprise to her... And in a few words, they were revealing some details that, in themselves, persuaded her to stay by the side of her new teammates ...

-I just hope that we can succeed in this mission. Then I will have to travel to my planet. - She sighed while walking.-

Someone called her, looking at first at the source of the sound of the voice, she did not recognize anyone. Although soon she saw a co-worker arrive. A boy who was like her, at the Masters Corporation.

-Hello Seren. - He greeted her. -

-Hello... Sean. - She thought she remembered his name. -

It was indeed a certain Sean Plummer, a guy somewhat shorter than her, but that was not uncommon, Seren was one meter eighty-three, for human canons it was a high stature, more in the case of a female. Well, woman, as they said. In addition, those shoes with light heels that she wore still contributed to enhance her height.

-Do you have time for a drink? - He asked, adding at once.  I was going to get into my shift in about twenty minutes...

The girl valued him with her gaze, he was not ugly, he even looked attractive. At least that's what some girls in the office said in informal gossip that she was forced to attend as an involuntary listener. But that didn't interest her too much. Their standards for judging men were very different. However, as a companion and trying to follow the advice received from her mother and Queen Serenity herself, she responded with kindness.

- Sure. Thank you.

So, he drove her to a cozy coffee shop nearby. It was the Flowers and Flavors.

-This is my partner Makoto´s place. - She thought funny. -

-I really like this place. - Sean precisely told her. - It is very quiet, and they have fine coffees and cakes...- he told her to offer. - If you fancy a portion.

-No, thank you very much. - The girl who did not wish to be seen as a glutton, refused. -

At least, if she started eating as was customary in her planet, she would surely scare that boy. She remembered once again that she had precise instructions not to clash among the human population traditions. So, she had enough with that coffee. Once they brought it to her, she heard that boy tell her.

-We have been a hard week. Many projects at once. Do you know if Mrs. Tsukino is going to commission any more of us?

-Do you mean Usagi? - She asked. -

-Yes, of course, I guess her name is that. As you work by her side you must have more confidence with her. - He smiled, adding. - She is a very nice woman and quite young for that high position.

-Of course, but she's there for a good reason, or rather, two. She is very competent, and she knows how to guide. - Seren said with a serious tint. -

-Well. - He hesitated a little to add. - I didn't want to sound macho. I meant she must be worthy. Ian Masters doesn't hire anyone at that level if she doesn't deserve trust. I, for example, am very happy to work here.

-Have you been working for the Masters for a long time? - She asked, mostly because she wanted to be sociable.  -

-For a couple of years. -The boy told her. - A few months ago, I was sent here, to Japan. I studied some Japanese in Baltimore, where I worked at a local company headquarters. Well, I'm from there too. And you speak Japanese perfectly, even though I don't think you're Japanese, are you? - The young man inquired with the obvious tone of someone who knows the answer in advance. -

-No, I'm from Nebraska. - The girl responded, remembering her cover up. -

Of course, she was not going to tell him that she was the princess of the planet New Vegeta and Pluto, as well as a sailor guardian of Queen Serenity, nor her authentic mission on Earth.

-We're a long way from home, aren't we? - Sean said. -

-Yes, that's the way it is. - She sincerely nodded. -

Of course, in her case, much more than he could imagine. Anyway, her interlocutor seemed visibly interested in her life. That is something their parents and Seira already warned her, the people of Earth could ask many questions, and, although they were not as direct as a Saiyan, they could be much more curious. She should be patient.

-It's hard to be away from family. Do you have friends here? - Sean wanted to know. -

-Yes, some, - she replied without wanting to specify. And what about you? - She asked, returning the question. -

-I hardly know people around here. You know, speaking Japanese doesn't ensure you make friends. People here are very reserved. They work with you, and they are kind and very polite, but it is difficult for them to go further.

The truth is that she had not the same experience. She knew her companions and some other allies there. Sometimes they would have something to drink and chat but mostly about their tasks. She also saw Doran and even Queen Neherenia as she passed by the Moon.

-Everybody has some tasks. I guess people will focus on them. - Seren diplomatically responded. -

-Well, I like to disconnect a little from work. I had planned to go see a movie tomorrow. Do you sign up? - He offered.-

-A movie? - The bewildered young woman repeated. -

-Well, if you have time and you feel like it. - He timidly nuanced. -

-I don't know. I have many things to do. - Seren evasively answered-

-Of course, if you want and you are free of work, tell me, please. - That individual asked, then he looked at his watch and commented with slight annoyance. - I must leave. My shift starts in in five minutes.

-Have a good day, - she smiled. -

Sean returned a somewhat insecure smile and went to pay. Soon he greeted her by walking out the door. She greeted him back and stood there, sitting for a few more moments.

-I guess this is the human method of getting a partner. It's a strange thing. - She smiled funny now thinking about that boy. - This poor unhappy man would not have any success in New Vegeta. Male warriors surely could defeat him just by looking at him! But we're not there. Perhaps, this is the system that works on Earth.

At least she had been distracted for a while by such trivial things. Although now, she had to leave and refocus on that issue that worried her so much.

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