Title: Someone's Watching Over Me

Authors: Reesepbc *KouUsagi* and Umi Kane

E-mails: reesepbc@gmail.com / ecchimichiru@yahoo.com

Rating: PG-13

Disclaimer : Reese and Umi do not own Sailor Moon.

Epilogue

A fresh blanket of snow covered the ground from the night before. It was February, and a cold one at that. Five cars pulled over, next to the cemetery. Rei, Mina, Lita, and Amy got out of four of the cars, each of which driven by their respective significant others. Jared, Michael, Nathan, and Zack got out of their cars as well, taking their places at the four girls' sides. In the last car, Haruka and Darien got out, followed by Hannah from the back seat. The group came together, exchanged hugs, and set off for the gravesite. Upon reaching it, the group looked around. Amy spoke up after a moment.

"Wasn't she supposed to meet us here?" she asked. Haruka shook her head. "She mentioned coming earlier, to have a moment with Serena," she explained. The others nodded and bowed their heads. At their feet, two roses rested upon white ground. Each of them placed a rose with the other two. "It wasn't supposed to be like this," Hannah said, barely above a whisper. Haruka wrapped an arm around her shoulders and nodded. "No one should die that young," she added. "What will happen to the flower shop?" Amy asked, after a moment. Haruka looked over and explained, "Michiru is running it right now until a decision is made. The same with the apartment. Michiru's been talking about moving in with me now. It's too lonely for her there." They all bowed their heads and said silent prayers. After everyone had finished, Darien broke the silence.

"Where is she though?" Darien asked, worried, "She shouldn't go off like that." "The cliff probably," Haruka answered, "Come on. Let's go look." The group got back to their cars and, as one line, drove toward the cliff mentioned. There she was standing there, gazing out at the ocean below. They all climbed the hill to reach her. Once in hearing distance, Darien began scolding immediately. "Why didn't you tell us where you were?" he demanded, "You shouldn't have gone off walking like that." Michiru turned around and smiled. She walked over and took her place at Haruka's side, who slipped her arm around Michiru's shoulders. Darien continued scolding, rather angry that he was being ignored. "You worried us sick. You should have waited for us," he said.

Locks of golden blond hair fluttered in the breeze as she turned around. "I was with Michiru," Serena defended herself, "And we didn't walk. We drove. You worry too much." Darien sighed. Arguing with Serena was pointless. She was safe and that was all that mattered to him. "Next time, please let me know where you go off to," he pleaded. Serena rolled her eyes and nodded. "Alright," she said. Darien approached her and pulled her into a hug. Serena smiled. She understood his worry. Just seven months earlier, the both of them had almost died. Serena remembered that fateful day.

**Flashback**

She had been laying in her bed, thinking about jumping from the roof to get to Darien. She didn't know at the time, but she had fallen asleep after she paged her nurse. When the nurse entered, they found her asleep. Her friends had begun to worry a bit, until they heard her lightly snoring. This only happened when Serena was exhausted. Michiru had told everyone that she was alright and the group left Serena to rest.

Due to intently thinking her plan over, her dream had continued from where reality had left off. She had dreamt going onto that roof and jumping from it, right before her friends' eyes. She could still hear Michiru's screams in her head. It was just a dream. Since she was so intent on jumping, her mind believed it to be real. Thus her body shut down due to the trauma and Serena was gone. No one knew Serena had passed, because everyone was standing outside Darien's room. Hannah had been sitting with her brother waiting patiently for some sort of sign. A few minutes after Serena had passed away, Hannah urgently called everyone into his room. Darien had just woken up from his coma. Everyone was ecstatic. They showered him in love and hugs. Everyone, that is, except for Serena. When Michiru had rushed to tell Serena the news, she found her best friend, lying still. Serena had gone into cardiac arrest and flat lined. All seemed hopeless, when after a few minutes of trying, Serena started breathing again. No one could explain it.

**End of Flashback**

That was months ago. Serena never spoke of what happened to her that day that brought her back. That was a memory she chose to keep to herself. She had died, and she was about to pass into eternity, but she was stopped by the only person who ever really looked out for Serena. Andrew. He never said a word, just shook his head as tears fell from his eyes. Serena did not understand at the time, but when he bent to kiss her cheek Serena felt a tugging sensation and could hear her friends calling out to her, and she knew that now was not her time. Smiling back at Andrew Serena let her eyes take him in one last time. Then in an instant like lightning striking Serena opened her eyes, and were met with many joyous faces as the doctors and nurses cheered. She was back, and she was not going anywhere, not for a very long time.

A lot had happened since then. Serena and Darien had gotten married and moved into a small house together. Rei, Mina, Ami, and Lita were all engaged. There were jokes that all four of them should get married on the same day, and save everyone a bunch of trips. Michiru didn't help. She mentioned that it would be easier for the guys to remember, if the weddings were together. One of them was bound to remember. Mina, of course, was seriously considering it, making mention that it would be perfect. Haruka and Michiru were still together. Michiru had been secretly mentioning to Serena, over the past few months, that she wanted to adopt a little girl. The thought of Haruka trying to say no to a little girl amused the two of them thoroughly.

And now the group stood together on the cliff, talking amongst themselves. Serena smiled at the sight. Everyone was happy. Then suddenly Rei screamed. Everyone turned to look at her. She had jumped two feet forward and was panting. She turned around fast. "For the love of God, Andrew, don't do that!" she exclaimed. Andrew stood there, visible only to those in that group, smirking. "But I had to scare you one last time," he said in his defense. Serena smiled at him. This was it. It was time for Andrew to move on. It was time to say good-bye. Serena looked to the left of Andrew and smiled at Annabella, who was visible only to Andrew, Serena, and Darien. She reached up and touched the cross hanging from her neck. Annabella smiled back at her. She then turned her attention to her son, blew him a kiss and disappeared.

Serena smiled at her brother. "I'd say we're going to miss you but we already do," she said with a sad smile. "I'm never too far, little sister," Andrew replied with a grin, "This is it. I'm off. Please take care of Serena for me." He blew his sister a kiss and then winked at her. "By the way," he said, smirking, "You better name him after me." With that he disappeared. All eyes turned to Serena. "What did he mean by that?" Hannah asked.

"Darien. It's your sister. You tell her," Serena said coyly. "But it's your news," Darien shot back. "I wouldn't be in this position, if it wasn't for you," Serena argued. "You weren't complaining," Darien retaliated. Serena rolled her eyes and turned around. Mina gasped and bounced on her heels. "Oh I know! You two got a puppy!" she exclaimed. Darien just stared at Mina like she had grown an extra head. "Are you kidding?" he asked. "A kitty?" Mina asked, confused. Darien turned around and rolled his eyes. "She's your friend," he said softly to Serena. "She's marrying your best friend," she retorted. Ami leaned over and whispered to Michael, "Are you sure she's ready for marriage?" Michael coughed and rolled his eyes. "You can't help who you love," he said in his defense. Mina crossed her arms. "Hello. I'm standing right here. I can here you," she said angrily.

Lita leaned over and whispered to Hannah, explaining what was going on. Hannah rolled her eyes and sighed. Mina stood there, confused still. Rei took a step in front of Mina and placed her hands on her shoulders. "Babies," she said slowly, as if talking to a slow child, "Not kitties, not puppies... Babies. Say it with me. Baby." "Oh," Mina said, finally getting it, "I knew that. I was wondering how long it would take you guys to catch on." Rei dropped her hands from Mina's shoulders. "I give up. Oh! By the way. Did you here that Kimi's pregnant?" she said, veering from the subject at hand. A few of the girls nodded, while others gasped at the news.

Haruka and Michiru stood there, staring at the group. They glanced at each other and then turned to Serena and Darien. "Congratulations, you two," they said in unison. The entire group dropped their discussion and turned around. "Oh yeah!" Mina said excitedly. "Congratulations!" the group chorused as one. "I can't believe you're going to have a baby," Rei said, in shock a bit still. "Serena shouldn't be the one you're worrying about," Darien said, coughing slightly. All eyes fell on Mina. Michael backed away slowly. The group dissolved into chatter about baby clothes and toys. Mina shocked all by telling Michael she wanted to have a baby and now.

"Rena," Andrew's voice whispered behind Serena. "Don't say anything. I just wanted to tell you. It's okay. Everything will be alright. Life will go on. Everything happens for a reason. If I had not died, Darien would not be standing beside you and you wouldn't be expecting your first son. So it's okay." Serena glanced to her side and saw Andrew standing there, beaming at her. "Life goes on and so will you. Some things are out of our control. But know that I love you." Serena felt Andrew's hand upon her stomach. "I am always with you," he whispered in her ear. He then kissed her on the cheek and walked out in front of her, closer to the edge. Serena watched intently as her brother smiled and winked at her, then disappeared.

Michiru walked up to Serena's side, looking out at the ocean. Haruka walked up beside her. Michiru then turned to look at Serena. "So a baby... You'll have your hands full. You have my number, if you need a sitter. After all that happened this past year, life is moving on," she said, smiling. Serena smiled at Michiru, before turning her attention back to the sea. She reached over and grasped Darien's hand, who in turn gave her hand a squeeze back. Darien smiled at the sea below. "We must have guardian angels," he said. Darien and Michiru glanced at each other over Serena's head, smiling. Then they turned their attention back to the horizon. The group gathered around them, watching the sun set. A single tear rolled down Serena's cheek as she looked to the skies. As day gave way to night, her thoughts turned to Andrew.

Thanks, Drew, for what you did. I love you.

Serena released Darien's hand and reached for her stomach. Darien did the same, his hand covered her own. Serena's soft laugh filled the air.

"Someone's watching over me."