Sailormoon felt it. She turned her back, with her face crumpled with sadness and disbelief, crying out Ami-chan's name. She started to be hysterical again, banging her fist on the ground. I silently wished this nightmare would be all over! I can't believe Mako-chan and Ami-chan are already gone, and even I am confused! I'm on the tip of breaking down, too, but I can't lose hope just like this! Ami-chan's words echoed through me over and over again. Mako-chan died because of this mission we are all committed to. She was brave and didn't have any second thoughts. We must all be the same. I turned away and hung my head after noticing Mars' tight face. But as my gaze returned to the ground, I noticed a dark glow underneath where Sailormoon was. There was no time to warn, and it was obvious neither of my two friends noticed it. So I did the next best thing...
I pushed Sailormoon out of the way. I screamed in pain as the youmas' grasp tightened quickly on my waist. I struggled violently as Sailormoon and Sailormars helplessly watched. Sailormoon spoke up quickly that she would give the ginzuishou to them so that I could be saved from suffering. I could see her tearful face, pleading to me.. But I warned her that if she did, I would punish her! And with that, the youmas pulled me underground, asking me for the ginzuishou. It's better this way; they don't even know I'm not Sailormoon! I must save the princess!

I closed my eyes, screaming with every painful blow. I knew well that this could happen! But why did it take me by surprise? Why did I get my hopes up, when I knew that everything could change? When I knew that all my dreams could vanish in one twist? I was such a fool to believe that everything would always be alright... But I always knew it wouldn't be that way.. And now it hurts so much.

But I love the place I live in..I love my friends.. It's all so clear now. I have to sacrifice all my hopes and dreams for the people I love. It doesn't matter how much it hurts me. I must protect those I love.. Ai no Senshi, Sailor-V will not give up! I won't lose hope! With some courage, love and hope, Sailor V-chan shall be victorious once again! Makenai!
With new energy and determination within me, I struggled to raise my arm, finger ready and aimed at point-blank range. The beam, which shot through my figner killed the youma. But I, too, became weaker than ever. I know it must be time... I silently thanked everyone for giving me courage and hope.
Makenai!
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