The Ultimate Gift
by: Hopeless Romantic
Rated: H

Part 1: August 3, 2921

        King Endymion greeted all the guests that had come to the palace to celebrate his birthday. Endymion, just grinned and patiently put up with this. He had seen so many bows and courtesies. He definitely had his fill of 'happy birthday your majesty' and 'best wishes your highness.'
        Endymion was just trying to get through all the people. What really helped was the memory of the note that Serenity had left on his nightstand.
        The note read:
                Mamo-chan
                    When the party is over and the lights are out.
                    Come to bed and find your last gift.
                        Usako
        Thinking of Serenity make his cheeks red.
        After what seemed like an eternity, the last guest had left. Endymion hurried to the royal suite. He paused at their door to catch his breath.
        As he opened the door, he saw a sight that just amazed him. The entire room was bathed in the soft glow of candlelight. The room smelled of vanilla and roses.
        Mamoru looked for Usagi and didn't see her. Instead there was a trail of rosepetals that were leading into the bathroom.
        Mamoru set his staff down beside he door. He then discarded his coat and unbuttoned his shirt slightly and kicked his shoes off. Dressed only in dress shirt, suspenders, and pants, he padded to the door of the bathroom.
        "Usako?" he called at the slightly open door.
        "Come in Mamo-chan."
        Mamoru pushed the door open and was at awe from the beautiful vision before him. Usagi had candles all around the sunken tub in the center of the room. In the tub was Usagi floating in a sea of bubbles. She was covered just enough with suds to let one's imagination have fun.
        "Well, are you going to come in and join me, or are you just going to stand there?"
        Without a word Mamoru began to remove his clothes. Now completely naked, he walked to the tub and began to descend into the water. Usagi stood up to meet him. Mamoru stopped in his tracks.
        Usagi stood there, with little clumps of suds seeming to be perfectly distributed. There were little clumps on her nipples and suds sticking in the golden curls covering her womanhood. This lovely vision of beauty was causing his manhood to rapidly harden.
        "Happy Birthday Mamo-chan."
        "Oh Usako, you are wonderful," he whispered caressing her wet shoulder. This caused her to giggle.
        "What?" he asked with a quirky smile.
        "That wasn't what I thought you were going to say. I figured you would have called me a minx."
        Mamoru took her into his arms and captured her lips. Their tongues danced together; until Usagi caught Mamoru's and began to suck on it. This really heated Mamoru's desire up. His already hard manhood throbbed against Usagi's stomach. He swept his hands up her back and trailed them back down to her bottom.
        "Usako, you are a vision," he whispered, squeezing her bottom.
        "You're not so bad yourself," she panted, grasping his manhood.
        "Hmmm, someone wants to play."
        "You can't tell me that you don't want to," she replied seductively. "But first things first. We need to get you washed up," Usagi declared as she began to soap his back.
        "Hmm, that feels nice."
        "There's more to come and it just gets better," she whispered into his ear.
        Usagi started at his neck and then worked her way down his back. She then continued around and worked down from his chest. She made sure to pay special attention to his still hard manhood.
        "Hmm, I think we need to do something about your problem," Usagi cooed.
        "Yes, let's do something about that," he replied as he sat on the side of the tub. Mamoru brought Usagi to a sitting position, with her back to him. Usagi eased herself onto his throbbing member. Usagi loved how he felt inside her. As she rocked on his manhood, Mamoru caressed her breasts. This caused little gasps to come from her.
        "Oh, Mamo-chan," Usagi panted.
        "Yes Usako...Oh gods," Mamoru groaned.
        Usagi rocked harder and harder. Mamoru met every thrust. Knowing Usagi was nearing her peak, Mamoru brought his hands down to rub her jewel. Mamoru rubbed in time with her thrusts.
        "Oh...Yessssss...Mmmmmaammmoo-chaan!" Usagi cried as she soared to the heights of a beautiful climax. As Usagi climbed she brought Mamoru with her.
        Usagi was the first to reach her peak. Her inner muscles grabbed onto his member and this touched off his own climax. He thrust harder and harder into her throbbing womanhood. Finally, with one firm thrust in, he found release and poured his seed deep inside her.
        As they came down from their orgasm, they settled into the warm tub. They washed each other and made their way to the bedroom wrapped in fuzzy white towels.
        Usagi walked over to the french doors that opened out onto the balcony. She began to take down her odangos. As she undid one, she pulled her fingers through her hair to loosen it up. Usagi absent-mindedly combed her hair, while looking over the twinkling lights of the city. Mamoru walked up behind her and kissed her shoulder, then proceeded to undo the other odango.
        "Usako, I love the feel of your hair."
        "That's not all that you love the feeling of," she replied with a grin.
        "Oh, you are definitely my minx," he mumbled picking her up and gently placing her on the bed.
        "Did you loose something Mamo-Chan?" Usagi giggled drawing his attention to his waist where his towel use to be.
        "Not that you mind," Mamoru growled.
        "No, I like it. It gives me the chance to do this," Usagi said as she began to tickle Mamoru. Of course, he had to retaliate.
        "You're... awful... Mamo-chan," she gasped in between giggles.
        "But, you love me," he replied kissing her nose.
        "Of course."
        This started an all-out tickle-fest. Usagi began to get the upper-hand, but then Mamoru put the odds in his favor. He pinned her hands to the bed.
        "Well Mamo-chan, now that you have me, what are you going to do with me?"
        Mamoru moved himself in between her legs.
        "Oh, well in that case," Usagi said, working her hands free. She pulled her towel off and tossed it aside.
        "We definitely don't need that."
        "No, we don't," Mamoru whispered as he bent down to suckle one of her hard nipples. He sucked on one and caressed the other with his hand. This brought a deep purr from Usagi's throat.
        "Oh, Mamo-chan, please," Usagi panted.
        Instinctively knowing what she wanted, he eased his manhood into her awaiting womanhood.
        "Ooh, Usako this is so nice," Mamoru panted.
        Usagi wrapped her legs around Mamoru's waist. This gave him greater access. He thrust harder and harder as he approached his peak. Usagi met each thrust and soon she hit her release. Her inner muscles locked onto Mamoru's member. Not wanting to let go. Mamoru fought to hold himself back, but the force of Usagi's climax was too much and it dragged him over with her. Wonderfully spent, Mamoru collapsed over Usagi.
        Slowly, they came down and their breathing became normal.
        "Happy birthday my love," Usagi whispered.
        "You are the best wife a man could have," Mamoru said as he kissed Usagi's forehead.
        They both drifted off to sleep in each others arms.

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Part : 2

December 11, 2921

        Endymion had left for a conference and it was just 2 weeks before Christmas. Serenity seemed to be dealing with this quite well, despite battling with an oncoming cold.
        "Aren't you upset that Mamoru isn't here?" Makoto asked.
        "No, I know he will try to be back in time. Mamoru would not miss Christmas. He hasn't missed one yet," Usagi answered calmly.
        "Besides, he's just going for a simple conference. He will have plenty of time to make it back," Ami added.
        "Well, I guess you are right Ami-chan, and if Mamoru were to miss it, he had better have a damn good reason," Makoto concluded.
        "Enough of this talk of Mamoru not being here. We have a Christmas party to prepare for," Luna commanded.
        "I want this party to be like the ones we had on the moon," Usagi mumbled almost inaudible.
        So the plans for the party went on and Serenity was happy and enjoying the excitement of planning.

* * * * * *

One week before the party

        Knowing there was only one week until the party, and still no word from the king; Serenity began to worry.
        'I wonder if he's alright, he usually sends word to me as to how things are going,' Serenity thought as she walked through one of the halls in the palace.
        'Oh, Mamo-chan, I hope you are safe and will come home to me soon,' Serenity thought as she passed by a painting of the two of them.
        As she walked on, she passed many paintings and tapestries that were hanging on the walls. Anymore, when she looked at the paintings that replicated the moon kingdom she felt a warm internal glow pass over her.
        "Even though you are not here with me, Mamo-chan, you are always a part of me," Serenity said to herself, patting her slightly rounded stomach.
        "Who are you talking to, Serenity?" Luna questioned startling her.
        "Oh... nobody Luna, just myself."
        "You're worried about Endymion, aren't you?"
        "Whatever would give you that idea Luna? Have you been into the catnip again?" Serenity joked, hoping to throw off Luna.
        "Usagi, I have looked over you for many years. I can see it in your eyes," Luna replied with motherly concern.
        "Yes I am worried Luna. He has not sent word to me and I'm frightened."
        "Usagi, Mamoru is safe. He may just really be busy and is trying to hurry home. You must remember that it took 2 days to get to the conference. He could possibly be on his way home already," Luna comforted.
        "Do you really think so, Luna?"
        "Of course. Now, what kind of dress are you wearing to the party?" Luna inquired.
        "Oh, I don't know. I hadn't thought about it."
        "Well Usagi, I'm going to give you a Christmas present early," Luna said as she lead Usagi into a small parlor off the hall.
        "Now just sit tight and I'll be right back," Luna called as she trotted out the door.
        "SURPRISE!" everyone shouted. Usagi almost jumped out of her chair. It was Luna, Artemis, Makoto, Minako, Rei and Ami all standing in the doorway with a huge box with gold and red ribbons on it.
        Usagi sat on the floor and began to unwrap the gift.
        "Oh, you guys," Usagi cooed. Inside the box was a beautiful white gown. Tears began to roll down her cheeks.
        "What's wrong Usagi, why are you crying?" Minako asked.
        Sniffing. "I love it you guys. You are such wonderful friends," Usagi cried as she hugged everyone.
        Days passed and still no word from Endymion. Serenity's heart began to sink and all hopes were gone that he would return soon enough for the party.

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Christmas eve

        It was Christmas eve when finally a messenger came to the palace with an urgent message. The sentry stopped him at the door of the palace.
        "State your business." Commanded the sentry.
        "I have an urgent message for the Queen" the messenger replied.
        "Give it to me and I will have it delivered."
        "No, with all due respect, I was given strict instructions to only give it to the Queen," declared the messenger.
        "By whom?"
        "King Endymion himself," replied the messenger.
        "Wait, I will escort you," the sentry stated and called for a replacement. They then proceeded to the Queen's private quarters.
        "I will announce you," the sentry stated as he knocked on the door.
        "Your highness..." he called
        "Yes, what is it?" Serenity replied softly.
        "Highness, there is a messenger here from the King with an urgent message."
        "Show him in please," she replied
        The messenger walked in and immediately bent into a low bow.
        "What are you doing?" Serenity asked kindly, trying not to giggle.
        "I'm paying you respect, your highness. It is not respectful to look directly at you my Queen."
        Trying not to laugh, Serenity walked up to the boy and picked up his chin with her hand.
        "Respectful or not, that looks quite uncomfortable. Please stand up and tell me your name," Serenity replied in a soft kind voice.
        "My Queen, my name is Adam."
        "I am pleased to meet you, Adam. Now what is this urgent message you have for me?"
        "It is from the King your highness," Adam replied handing her a letter with the royal crest in the wax seal.
        "My Queen, we shall leave you alone to read. If you need my services, please don't hesitate to call," the sentry said leading the messenger out.
        As the door closed, she sat down and slowly opened the letter. Fearful of what was written in it. The letter read:

            My dearest Usako,
                I am truly sorry that I am unable to make it home for the Christmas party. Please
            forgive me. I am trying to make it home, but the conference is taking much longer that I had
            anticipated.
                I am sorry for not sending word sooner. I was anxious to start working immediately, so
            I could return home to you.
                Please enjoy the party. We will celebrate together when I return.
                            Your loving husband,
                                    Mamoru
        As Serenity read this a tear began to roll down her cheek.

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Christmas Morning

        Serenity started the day with a long, soak in the tub. She lay there thinking of Endymion and missing him. She recalled the last time the two of them were in the tub together. This brought a smile to her lips. As she was thinking, it dawned on her that it was Endymion's birthday when they had conceived the now growing child in her.
        Serenity got out of the tub and dressed. She then went to her sitting room to work on a tapestry she was weaving for the baby.
        Some time had passed and now it was noon.
        "Serenity," Minako called.
        "Yes, what is it?" Serenity answered.
        "I hadn't seen you yet today and I was worried," Minako replied.
        "Mina-chan, you know better than to call me Serenity when we're alone."
        "Sorry, Usagi-chan. I forget."
        "It's OK, but I'm fine," she replied.
        "Well, I wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas. Here, this is for you," Minako said as she handed Usagi a box.
        "What is it?" Usagi asked
        "It's an elephant. Just open it and find out," Minako giggled.
        Usagi opened the box to find a beautiful gold necklace of linked hearts and a matching bracelet. "Oh, thank you, Mina-chan," Usagi giggled hugging her.
        "So, you're going to wear it today, right?" Minako asked.
        "Of course Mina-chan, it will go beautifully with the dress. Thank you."
        "Great! Well I need to go help finish up and you need to get ready yourself," Minako reminded Usagi as she left.
        Usagi finished where she was and took her gift to her room. She took the dress out of the box and paced it on the bed. She sat at her vanity and began to get ready.
        Unknown to Serenity, Endymion was there already. He had made it in early that morning and wanted to surprise Serenity.
        Serenity dressed in her new gown and went to the large ballroom. Some of the guests were already starting to gather. Serenity greeted them all as they were announced by the doorman.
        The night was started with the lighting of the Christmas tree that was so tall that it almost seemed to reach the moon. As the party got into full swing, more and more people came. There was a long table full of gifts that had been sent to the palace. The only gift that would truly make her happy would be for Endymion to come home to her.
        The music was playing and several gentlemen asked permission of the Queen to honor them with a dance. Serenity danced with them under the careful watch of the sailor senshi. Soon, she needed to get some air, so she walked out onto the balcony. As she sat on the balcony, she gazed at the moon. It was so beautiful and peaceful just hanging there in the sky.
        "Mother, take care of him for me," she thought.
        Just then, she heard a song that she thought she recognized. It was the song that she and Endymion had danced to the last night they were together on the moon. She walked in the doors and she was right. It was the same song. As she began to descend the stairs, a hand grasped her. Startled she turned to look and to her pleasure it was Endymion holding her hand.
        When she realized that it was him, tears began to well up in her eyes. Concerned and confused, Endymion pulled her into his arms.
        "I thought you would be happy to see me and you cry."
        Sniffing. "I cry, because I am happy," Serenity replied.
        "May I have this dance my Queen?" he asked, bowing to her.
        They danced until the last dance. Serenity and Endymion thanked their guests for coming and after the last had left, they walked out onto the balcony.
        "Why didn't you tell me you were coming home?"
        "I was going to send word, but I had just found out after I sent the messenger. The message of me returning early would not have made it here in time," he replied kissing her forehead.
        "I forgive you," she said as he captured her lips for a long awaited kiss.
        "Here, these are for you," he said as he materialized a red rose and a silver rose.
        "Merry Christmas, Usako. Now honey, where is my gift?" he asked childishly.
        "Uhmm, Mamo-chan, I have something to tell you." Usagi began.
        This made Mamoru very nervous.
        "What is it Usako?" he asked
        "I think that you should sit down for what I need to tell you." Usagi said as she led him to a bench.
        Ok, Now he was worried.
        "Do you know how before you left, I wasn't feeling well?" she inquired.
        "Yes, I thought you just had a cold."
        "Uhm, no, I didn't have a cold. There's something else," she said and paused trying to find the words to tell him.
        Gently grabbing her shoulders, he turned her to face him and he looked into her eyes, "Usako, you know that you can tell me anything don't you?" he asked
        "Mamo-chan... we are going to have a baby," she said finally.
        Mamoru's eyes just lit up.
        "You mean you're..." he paused looking to her stomach
        "Yes, I am," she answered with a glowing smile.
        "How far?" he asked, putting his hands on her stomach.
        "About 3 ½ months," she replied.
        "Are you sure? did you have Ami give you a checkup?" he asked.
        "No, they don't know yet. I know because I stopped having my cycle in September. I thought that it was just another stage of my maturity, like my hair." she replied calmly now with her hands on his.
        "You mean that I'm going to be a father?" he asked excitedly.
        "Yes, you are."
        "Oh, Usako, that is the most wonderful news. I love you," he said kissing her. "This is the best gift that anyone could have given me."
        "I'm glad you like it, Mamo-chan."
        At that they kissed.
        "Uhmm Usako?" Mamoru asked, breaking the kiss.
        "Yes?"
        "Are you going to tell the girls or am I?" Mamoru asked with a raised eyebrow.
        "Hmmm, I don't know. Why don't we sleep on it," Usagi purred with a sly grin.
        "Whoa, I thought the raging hormones didn't come until 6 months," Mamoru joked.
        Usagi retaliated by tickling Mamoru.
        "You're terrible Mamo-chan," Usagi giggled, trying to avoid Mamoru's tickles.
        "I'll show you terrible, little miss moon princess," Mamoru declared as he picked her up and made their way to the bedroom.

THE END

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Note:
Here's one that I thought about for a while. I was inspired by my desire to have a family and how I would surprise my significant other (you know who, and if you don't, go read "Moonlight on the Water" part 4 by the Yarnspinner. That will get you caught up). As always I wish to thank the Yarnspinner for all his contributions to my stories and remind him that he has a special place in my heart.

Hope you enjoyed reading

Always remember that I only borrow the characters from Sailor Moon. They belong to someone else.

PS
Thanks to the Circles of Time homepage for the time line and The Yarnspinner for the exact dates noted.