Hey all y'all!It's JLaLa back again with the continuation 
of my story.I hope you peeps like it so far but don't hesitate 
to e-mail me if you didn't okay?  JLynPinay@aol.com is mah 
address,alrighty?Okay you guys this rated PG cuz of all da 
adult subjects(there's no freaky stuff in this!)So kids under 
12 I would say LEAVE NOW! 

Sailormoon and all her friends are not mine just
the story is mine so don't sue me!

Now all with da show.The story will be told from Serena's 
point of view, Darien's a little but and the rest will be 
narrarted.


MAKING SACRIFICES(Part 3)
By:JLaLa
Serena felt a wave of dizziness as she walked down the street 
with her friends. The senshi were on their way to the ice cream 
parlor. They had spent there day finding dresses for graduation 
in two days. The summer air was hot and dry which didn't help 
Serena who could hardly walk. Before she could stop it she started
to fall to ground in a faint. The scouts call her name and helped 
her up.
"Serena, are you okay?", Mina asked as she looked at Serena 
with her worried sea blue eyes as her long blond hair tumbled 
down while she helped her ill friend.
"I'm fine it's just hot", She responded and fixed her blue skirt. 
"I haven't been well lately I think I been overworking or something"
"More like spending time with your boyfriend", The burgundy haired 
girl with the fiery temper said. Rei smiled knowing that Serena had 
spent her nights with Darien. Blushing Serena looked at the ground.
"Try not to spend every moment with him, okay?", Lita said while she
let Serena lean against her tall body and her brown haired ponytail
was wet with sweat.
"Alright", She agreed as they entered the ice cream parlor. All of 
them ordered and soon had big piles of ice cream in front of them. 
Serena would usually be eating like a pig by now but her stomach 
turned and she only looked at her dessert.
"Are you all right?", Ami asked her and before she could respond 
Serena ran to the bathroom. Every looked at each other with scared 
eyes thinking their friend was horribly sick.
************
In the bathroom Serena flushed the toliet. Vomiting was not her usual
symptoms when she was sick. Her blond hair was dull and sweat matted
made it stick against her forehead. Suddenly a thought occured in her
mind and Serena's eyes flickered with fear. I can be..., she thought.
Rushing out of the bathroom and sat down with her friends.
"You guys I just realized I had to do something", She said quickly
grabbing her purse. The senshi looked at her pale, sickly face and
said goodbye. After she left they began to speculate on Serena's
problem.
"She's probably going through some stress", Lita said and the others
agreed. Graduation anxiety was normal they were all going through it.
"There's something weird about it", Raye responded and her forehead
wrinkled in thought. "It's seems like there's more to it.I have a
feeling..."
"But it Serena's problem and when she's ready she'll tell us", Mina
told them. Ami was the only quiet one for her thoughts were on an idea
in her head. She can be..., Ami thought but all the symptoms and the 
talk they had. It seem likely but not a sure thing. She grimaced 
hoping it wasn't a sure thing.
************
I sat in the Doctor's office. Waiting for an hour had made me nervous
and I was twisting a magazine. In the ice cream parlor I swear Ami 
knew what was going on. The nurse called my name and I went into the
examination room. A minute later a middle-aged woman with glasses and
graying brown hair entered.
"Serena Tsukino?", She asked and I nodded. "I'm Doctor Thomas. What's
the problem?"
"I'm not sure yet but I think I might be...pregnant", I answered 
looking down. How could this happen everything was beginning to be 
perfect.
"Age?", She asked writing in a folder.
"17"
"17", She mumbled and looked at me. "We'll run a test and get some 
blood" She walked up to me with a needle and got some blood. The pain 
didn't seem to matter anymore. "Okay now you could just wait here and 
I'll have the results in an hour"
*************
Serena waited in the examination room when the doctor entered. Doctor
Thomas beckoned her into her office and sat down in a chair. Putting
her folder on the desk, she opened it. After she was finished she 
folded her hands.
"Serena, The test is completed and though I'm sorry to say it came out
positive", She said and Serena put her head in her hands. Tears fell
from her face. "I assumed you didn't expect this but there are options.
You can keep your baby or put it up for adoption. Also you can have an
abortion"
"No", She said firmly."Abortion is not an option of mine. Thank you
Doctor. I'll pay up front" Getting up she gathered her things and
walked out the room.
************
The Graduation was under way and Serena sat in her chair with her
hands folded in her lap. Her white gown went to her ankles and the
tassel of her graduation hat was in her face. Ami was on stage saying
her valevictorian speech and Serena wiped a tear of pride off her face.
They had made to the end of high school and a new life was beginning
for the students.
"Life takes us through many paths in our life", Ami began with lovely
melodic tone to her voice. She enraptured the audience. "Some of them
will be hard but we must endure in order to find the right one..."
Serena thought her path would be especially hard. She had told no one
about her pregnancy even Darien, she was waiting for the right time
which wasn't now. Looking around she saw her friends Mina looking
radiant with smile on her face, Raye with a serious look in her eyes
listening to Ami's speech, Lita with tears of happiness, and Ami up
on stage with a reassuring grin on her pretty face. Molly and Melvin 
sat together. Her parents sat in their seats with proud looks on their
faces even her brother looked happy for her. Darien sat next to Sammy 
much to her father's dismay. His look of bliss for her made her feel 
melancholy, Serena hated to ruin his happy feeling. She loved him so 
much and thought was unbearable for she was the one who tried so hard 
to make him happy.

Soon Serena was about to recieve her diploma and as they called her
name a wild applause rang out from the crowd. Her friends were yelling
and hooting loudly. Also her family clapped excitedly till all their
hands turned red while Darien whistled loudly and screamed "That's
my girl!" which made her blush beautifully. Before they knew they all
had graduated and the senshi were hugging each other.
"Ami, you were wonderful", Exclaimed Serena and kissed her friend 
on the cheek."You held the audience in your hand". The others agree
whole-heartedly. Serena's family and Darien walked toward them. Her 
mother was crying proudly and hugged Serena. Her father kissed
her cheek and hugged her hard while her brother handed her a
pink stuffed bunny and balloons. Darien stood aside till her
family was finished congratulating her. Then without warning
grabbed her and hugged her while he kissed her right on the lips.
In front of everyone. Her friends laughed and whistled while her
brother made gagging noises. Ilene Tsukino smiled as she watched
the romantic scene but Ken Tsukino turned red while steam
practically came out of his ears!
"I'm so proud of you", Darien whispered in her ear as she leaned
against his chest and hugged him. "You looked beautiful up there
on stage"
"Thanks", She answered."You coming to my house right?"
"Yeah", He told her as they held each other."Your mom invited
me for lunch"
"Really?!", She said surprised as she raised her eyebrows. "Watch out
for dad. Right now he looks like he's going ballistic" They both
laughed and let go of each other. "Mom, Darien's givng me a ride, okay?"
"Sure sweetie", She said and took her angry husband to their car.
"We'll meet you at your house, Serena", Mina said and they all headed
to Ami's new car. A graduation present from her mom. Serena waved 
goodbye and followed Darien to the car.
As they drove to Serena's house Darien noticed her silence as she
looked out of her window. Serena was looking at a two little girls
eating candy, both looked adorable with their blond curls and
emerald eyes.They were what she hoped her baby would like. For 
a moment Serena was actually happy about her baby.
"Sweetie", Darien said calling her back to the real world. His noticed
something about her. "You look different, like you glowing" Smiling at
her lovely face. "What were you looking at?"
"Nothing important muffin", She said as they pulled up on her driveway.
When they went in everyone greeted them as they all gathered in back
yard for a picnic. Ken was manning the grill as Ilene set everything up
while the group of friends sat under a tree.
"So Serena", Ami asked her."You still having that sickness, you
had two days ago"
"No I'm fine", She said smiling up at everyone like it all good
but underneath a nervous feeling went up her spine.Darien looked
at her worried cause she hadn't told her about her illness.
"You had us freaked out", Lita said."Passing out on a sidewalk and
all"
"You passed out?", Darien asked and looked at her hurt."Why didn't you
tell me?"
"Cause Sweetie it wasn't important", She answered reassuring him."I'm
fine just a little tense 'bout graduation and all" She sipped her drink
so she couldn't answer any more questions. Thankfully Ilene called them
saying the food was ready and every rushed to get some. Serena walked a
little slower for her stomach was beginning to rumble.

Soon everyone was finshed and all of them began to leave. Mina had
a date and so did Lita. Ami was goin to dinner with her mom and
Rei was celebrating with her Grandpa and Chad. Serena's parents
were going to the movies with Sammy.
"I'm gonna going out with Darien", Serena said while she kissed her
mom and dad goodbye. When they were out the door Serena kissed Darien
on the lips, happy cause the events of the day went well. They drove to
the house and Serena sang a song that was on the radio. It seemed like
all was well but she knew it wasn't
*******************
I looked out at beautiful view of Tokyo from the roof of Darien's
apartment building.The sight was breathtaking but it didn't matter
right now. I was gonna tell him soon. He sat next to me holding my 
hand and looking at the sky. The sun was beginning to set.
"So what you gonna do now you've graduated?", He asked as he smiled at
me obviously proud of my accomplishments.
"I really don't know", I said. "Right now I feel as the world
is just opening up for me. You ever feel like that?"
"I feel like that right now", He looked at me. "I have you who
I love so much and soon I might be a doctor which I've always
wanted to be. All my dreams our coming true". His eyes had a 
spark in them which I didn't wanna put out. "My only other wish 
is to marry you" He looked at me with such love and adoration the 
words wouldn't come out of my mouth. "And after we're married and 
settled maybe in a few years we'll have some kids".
"Kids?", I said with a lump in my throat.I looked down at the street
and saw a family walking hand in hand. "Darien, do you like kids?"
"I love 'em but I think we should wait a few years to have them", He
answered and my eyes fill with tears. I felt like I had ruined his life
and that tore me apart. Getting up I looked at the sun going down to
it's slumber. The moon began to come out from it's sleep and the stars
were sparkling announcing their arrival.
My love for him was strong and the thought of ruining the dreams he
worked for desperately tore me apart. I decided I can't tell him. Tears
ran down my face but I didn't let him see. I couldn't let him see.
***************
That night Serena looked out her window at the stars of summer night.
She held a deep sadness in her heart for she had come to a decision.
Her parents were still out and Luna was out with Artemis. She would
leave for San Francisco tonight. Deep in her heart she didn't want
to leave but she could not dishonor her family, she loved them dearly.
To the Senshi she would be a burden. How could she fight fat and
pregnant? Most of all Darien who she loved so much it hurt, whose
dreams would be ruined if he had to support a pregnant teenager.
Picking the phone she called for taxi to pick her up in half an hour.
She packed few clothes for she knew she couldn't fit them soon. She had
save a lot of money, enough to buy a ticket. While waiting for the taxi
she scribbled a note to her family.
Dear Mom, Dad, and Sammy,
        I have to leave. The reason I cannot say, it hurts too much.
I feel horrible to have hurt you guys for I love you beyond words.
Maybe one day we'll see each other again but for now I have to leave.
Don't look for me because it won't work. Keep it in your hearts that
I love you.
                                        Serena

A honk was heard outside and she took her bags downstairs. Before
leaving she took one last look at her house and left her old
life behind.
*******************
The airport was busy even though it was so late in the evening.
Serena had her ticket and had gave her bags to the attendant.
Before leaving she scribbled two more notes. One to the Senshi
and one to Darien. She stopped at a post office in the airport.
"Can you have delivered tommorrow morning?", She asked the woman
behind the counter.
"Sure thing Miss", She answered giving her a smile. Over the intercom
a message was heard about Serena's flight.They were boarding. Taking a
breath she headed to her gate.
****************
Serena sat on the plane and the engines were coming on. She looked 
out the window and for the first time in awhile she sobbed loudly 
not meaning to but not being able to hold it. People looked at her 
feeling sad for the pretty young girl in hopeless despair. The plane 
lifted off and Serena said goodbye.
****************
The following morning Rei heard a loud knock on her door. Outside 
the delivery for her.She signed for it and looked at the envelope.
Inside was a pink paper with a bunny on the top. Reading the letter 
tears came to her eyes.

Dearest Senshi,
        You have been my dearest friends since the beginning
and it's hard to say goodbye. But I have to. I wish all the
luck and love in my heart to you. Leaving is so hard but
this is to save you from the burden. I love you all.
                        Serena 

Quickly Rei ran to the phone calling all the Senshi to show them
the sad note. Rei was Serena's best friend and it felt like her heart
was ripped out. She wished that she could have told her that how much
she cared.
**************
The doorbell rang at Darien's apartment. He had gotten out of the
bathroom still in his pajamas. Outside the door a delivery man
stood.Opening the door he greeted him.
"Are you Darien Chiba?", The man asked and he handed him a envelope.
Closing the door he sat on the couch and opened the letter. 

My Only Love,
        Please Forgive me for leaving. One day if we meet again
I will explain but for now I can't. I have loved you since
the moment I saw you and be sure that you have not left my soul.
Every heartbeat in me says your name and it will always be that way.
Take care My Darling and Once awhile think of me. I love you always.
                                                Serena

Throwing the letter on the floor Darien sobbed silenly. What he
didn't know was that in a plane his princess sobbed also.
***************
The senshi sat on the soft grass of the park that afternoon.
All of their eyes were bloodshot and puffy from crying. They 
couldn't figure out why she had left. Her family had called
them in search of information but they had none.
"Do you guys think we did anything mean to her?", Mina asked tears
running down her face.
"No I don't think so", Lita said in anguish. "Nothing but the
usual fights with Rei."
"She knew that I cared and plus she didn't even mind anymore", Rei 
said while she ripped grass from the ground in anger towards herself.
"Serena stopped crying about it years ago. So it couldn't just start 
bothering her again"
"How about her and Darien?", Ami asked. "Were they having problems?"
"No everything was going perfect", A sad and broken voice said
behind them.Darien had decided to take a walk when he saw them.
He was a pitiful sight with his rumpled clothes and hair. His
dark eyes had lost their gleam and his face was unshaven. Darien 
sat against a tree and they observed his remorseful
face.
"Well actually I did noticed one thing", Ami said and they turned
to her to listen. "Remember when we were in the ice cream parlor
and Serena went to the bathroom. Then came out saying she had to
leave. I remember she had look of utter sadness like she was
about to cry. She had the same look on her face when I was saying
my speech at graduation but when she got up to get her diploma
it was like she was okay again" They all looked up at her
but they couldn't say anything and for long time they sat in
silence.
*******************
Serena had awaken because the plane was landing and the noise 
had bothered her. Soon they on the Ground of San Francisco Airport.
She got up and got her carry-on luggage.When she got off the plane 
a feeling of excitement ran through her, the first good feeling she 
had.
"Welcome to San Francisco Serena Tsukino"
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Okay dat's the end of Part 3. Sorry it was boring but I had
to go into detail about everything. Anywayz stay tuned for Part 4!

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