The Senshi entered Mercury's room turning on the lights and talking at the same time. Mercury opened her eyes, and blinked several times before realizing what was going on. She stood up lazily, and brushing her eyes, asked: "Guys, what's going on?"

No one answered her, being too busy searching for something everywhere in the room. They opened her closet, moved her clothes, entered the bathroom, searched under the bed and looked over the balcony. Mercury's mind was still a bit foggy, but she asked again: "What's wrong?" The Senshi were busy, moving the curtains and checking any place where someone could hide. Then Venus turned to her, and walking to her side, asked her seriously: "Mercury, did you feel anything weird just some minutes ago?" The blue-haired princess nodded. "No. I was sleeping, that's all. What happened?"

Venus didn't answer her, and searched under her bed again. Jupiter was looking down the balcony and Mars was checking behind the door. Mercury was starting to worry. "What are you looking for?" Only the sound of her friends searching answered her. She could feel her temper taking over her, but kept it under control. "Is anyone going to answer me?" Then, Jupiter walked to her side, and frowning, said: "The guards detected a strange presence in here. They said it appeared to have come from Earth"

"You mean here? In my room?"

"Yes," said Venus, standing now by Jupiter's side. "They said it wasn't evil, just strange."

Mercury opened her eyes widely, and wondered aloud: "There was somebody in my room, and I didn't know."

"Are you sure you didn't feel anything?" asked Mars, her mental powers making sure no one was there.

"I'm sure. All I can remember is..." her voice faded off, and her eyes took a dreamy look. She seemed to be staring into the space, until Mars' voice interrupted her thoughts. "What? What do you remember?" "It was a dream. I was dreaming something… I can't quite remember what it was… only that it was very beautiful… not like these nightmares I've been having since I…"

"You don't recall anything?"

"No, just a sensation... a wonderful feeling... a kiss..."

Venus then knew what had happened. Being from the planet of Love had given her a special power to know when love was implicated. So, it was him. I knew it, even when we were alerted that something was wrong in Mercury's room. A grin spread over her face, but said nothing. I knew they loved each other. All we have to do now is find a way to get them back together…

"Venus, what's wrong with you?" Mars' voice woke her up.

"Err... nothing. Just thinking."

"Venus, you know what happened in here?"

"Me? Why should I? I mean… why do you think that?"

"That little smile on your face… it shows you know something."

"You're nuts Jupiter. I was just recalling a joke."

"Yeah right, and I'm a cow."

They didn't know about it, but Mercury hadn't told them everything. While they argued in front of her, she was still thinking about what had happened. All I remember is having a nightmare, and then, a soft voice whispering to me... it was his voice, but it's impossible... he... he is on Earth. Feeling she needed some time to think, and sleep, she told her friends to leave.

"Are you sure Mercury? Who ever it was, he could decide to come back."

"I don't think so. He will know that you'll be around. Don't be so paranoid. Besides, I can take care of myself."

The Senshi left, after having replied several times that they would stay. Mercury was left alone again, but she stayed awake. The darkness around her was friendly, as if it was a protecting cover. She thought about him, and looked through the balcony. Standing off the bed, she walked to it, with her nightshirt waving around her. She looked at the Earth, as she clasped her hands together. I wonder what are you doing now Zoi. I hope you know that no matter what happens, I still love you...

As Venus left her friend's room, and idea was taking form in her mind. Excusing herself, she went to her quarters, and sat down on her bed. Her face changed into a very thoughtful expression, as her senses were alerted once more as a silent prayer reached her ears. "I still love you, Zoi…" She smiled again, not quite believing how deep they loved each other. How can I get them to trust the other again? A love potion won't serve the purpose, a charm, won't either, and let's not talk about a spell. They are already in love; they just need to accept it. Hmm, this one is tough. I think I'm gonna need my mom's help... She stood up, and walked to the pretty mirror hanging from the wall. It was round and orange, with many Venus symbols and hearts everywhere. Closing her eyes, she focused her mind as she had been taught several years ago, and sent a call to her mother.

The mirror's glass became watery and rippled a little, until a face appeared in it. It was a woman, blond and with blue eyes. Her hair was short, and appeared to be from royalty. She was Aphrodite, Queen of Venus. The features in the faces of the two women were similar, and the one in the glass could be easily recognized as Venus' mother.

"Minako, my daughter, how are you?" said she, her voice as singsong as her daughter's.

"Ok, Mom. How are things in there?"

"Pretty well, as usual. And how are you on the Moon? Everything ok?"

"Yeah! Except for one little thing". "I suspect that's why you called me, isn't it?"

"Indeed. It's about..."

"Your Mercury friend, I know".

"Mom, how do you do that?"

A big Minako-like smile appeared in Aphrodite's face. "Minako, Minako. I have the same powers you do, and being older; they are more developed than yours. I can sense every single piece of love in the Silver Millenium, and it seems to me that Mercury and Lord Zoisite had one of a passionate relationship. It wasn't difficult, to tell you the truth, it was impossible not to feel what was wrong with them."

"Mother, you always amaze me. So, if you know everything then, what do you recommend me to do?"

"Well, since their affair was broken because of fear in Mercury's mind and about which Lord Zoisite doesn't know a single thing, you'll have to find a way to make her tell him. He will understand."

"But, do you think that will be enough?"

"Dear, they never stopped loving the other. All they need is time to talk."

"But how? They won't even be near the other, and besides, Lord Zoisite has been forbidden to come to the Moon."

"Minako, love will always find a way, but since they won't talk to each other, you'll have to do this..."

Queen Aphrodite's voice transformed into a whisper, and Venus leaned forward, listening intently to her mother's plan...