Lost Love in the Moon Palace

Decision and Farewell

Endymion watched them go, his eyes filled with incomprehension and anger. With a furious stride, he headed towards Serenity and asked with a tense voice, "Serenity, was that our daughter just now? I thought she was on Kinmoku! And who the hell is the boy with her?"

Seiya positioned himself protectively in front of Serenity, his eyes firmly fixed on Endymion. "Yes, Endymion, that was indeed Small Lady, your daughter. She ran away because she wants to protect her planet. And the boy with her is Kazuki, my son, who has evidently been looking out for her."

Endymion's gaze shifted between Serenity and Seiya. Anger reflected in his eyes. "Your son, I should have known! Wherever these men from Kinmoku show up, nothing but trouble follows!"

Serenity felt the heat of Endymion's anger in his gaze and resolutely pushed Seiya aside, determined to put an end to the situation. "Endymion, be quiet! It's not Seiya who is the reason our marriage fell apart, but your affair!"

The words echoed through the throne room, and everyone present remained in icy silence. Endymion recoiled as if slapped. He stumbled for an explanation, but Serenity didn't let him get a word in.

For the first time in the presence of others, Serenity firmly clasped Seiya's hand – a clear sign of her determination. Her fingers found refuge in his, and she felt a connection forming between them, strong and comforting. She didn't avert her gaze from Endymion as she continued, her words now calmer but still penetrating: "I've realized that he brings goodness into my life. I don't know where this will lead us, but if the moon were to set tonight, I want to experience it by his side."

Endymion stared at Serenity in disbelief. "Are you serious?" he asked, a mixture of shock and disappointment in his voice.

Serenity looked at him steadfastly and nodded decisively. "Yes, Endymion, I am serious. Things have changed, and I can't just pretend that nothing has happened."

The tension between them was palpable as Endymion regained his composure and adopted a serious expression. "And how do you envision all of this now? Your dreamer is married and has obligations of his own. He's also a king, in case you missed that detail. Moreover, what do we do with our daughter? As you can see, she couldn't even last two days on Kinmoku. We can't send her back, and we can't keep her here! The moon is doomed."

Serenity took a deep breath before making a decision that weighed heavily on her. "Endymion, we need to be realistic. Pluto is still severely injured, and Small Lady won't stay elsewhere for long without us. Take them, along with any remaining civilians, to Earth. Try to protect yourselves from further threats there. I will stay here. I have to try to save the moon, but I don't want to put anyone else in danger. This is my fight, and I will face it."

Endymion snorted in frustration. "You can come to Earth as well. Sacrificing yourself here won't help anyone. Serenity, you're still weakened, the Silver Crystal isn't functioning, and the Black Crystal is steadily gaining power. Your plan is pure madness. You can't face it alone!"

Serenity looked at him determinedly. "Endymion, my mother once gave everything to protect our people and this planet. Now it's my turn to do the same. I can't just give up and run away. The moon is my home, my homeland, and my duty. I will fight to defend it until the very last moment."

Seiya placed a supportive hand on Serenity's shoulder and said firmly, "I will stay too. Until the end." Mars, Jupiter, Mercury, and Venus stood united behind their queen. "We will stay as well. You will not be alone," their voices sounded resolute. The queen felt the warmth of the support that her warriors and Seiya were offering.

Endymion, frustrated and concerned, knew he couldn't sway Serenity from her decision. A sense of helplessness washed over him, but he finally respected her standpoint. "Take care of yourself, Serenity." Serenity nodded gratefully, her eyes filled with determination. "Thank you, Endymion. Take care of Small Lady. I will go to her and let her know that she will leave with you tonight."