A Sailormoon RomanceJail BaitJail Bait 
MarshAngel 
Part 1
Its been a year and you two are still arguing! The small black cat screeched 
from he spot at Minas side. Youd think that after all this time you two would 
learn to stand each other! Luna yelled at Serena and the grown man, whom in 
Serenas presence seemed to revert to a teenager. She could almost understand 
however, Serena could be absolutely stubborn and frustrating, a lot of which was 
due to Dariens presence. 
Being around him had forced her to prove herself to be a stronger, better, and 
more graceful fighter than she was before. She refused to let him save her or 
give him anything more to tease her about, except her hair, of course, which she 
refused to give him the satisfaction by changing. Unfortunately having two very 
confident, powerful, individuals who hated each other, on the same team was very 
exasperating to those who had to sit and listen to the two argue about anything 
and everything and often in the middle of a battle. 
It didnt help that Darien had become good friends to Serenas other friends. 
Even when they werent in battle they were usually hanging out together. Being 
forced to endure each others company on a regular basis, much to everyones 
amazement had not in anyway bonded the two. The group had learned to be either 
amused by, or to ignore the snide remarks that the two tossed back and forth 
when they all hung out together. The two were a source of entertainment, most of 
the time anyway. 
Serena looked down at the cat from the perch shed taken on a bunch of pillows 
in Rayes bedroom, all in an attempt to stare Darien right in the face. 
Why are you getting upset now Luna? Serena snapped at the cat. Weve been 
arguing for a year, shouldnt you be used to it by now? 
Mina looked up from her manga and grinned at Serenas comment while Luna sighed 
exasperatedly.  
Give it up Luna! Its a lost cause. Mina rubbed the cats back attempting to 
calm her, as they all relaxed at Rayes temple. They were all basically relaxing 
after another night of battling youma. 
Luna, I didnt ask for his help! I could have handled the stupid beast on my 
own! Serena yelled. Darien had picked her up like a child and pulled her out of 
the line of fire, getting rid of the youma they had faced on his own. 
Youre just upset because you didnt get the opportunity to put on a show as 
usual! You seem to forget this is a team. There is no I in team. 
Oh cut the crap Darien. I swear if I hear one more of your corny phrases Ill 

Youll what? Shove these stupid meatballs on your head down my throat? he 
yelled squeezing one of the balls atop her blonde head. No wait better yet, 
youll strangle me with your stringy hair right? He tugged on one of her 
pigtail, knowing how much it would annoy her. 
My hair is not stringy! She growled at him, pulling her hair from his hands. 
Touch my hair again and I will make sure you never walk again! Darien merely 
smirked at her, which only made her angrier. 
OK guys cut it out! Amy said coming between the two. As amusing as this was to 
watch, someone had to stop them before they killed each other. 
Oh come on Ames, Lita whined. This was just getting good! A glare from Serena 
and Darien sent her hiding behind Raye. Those two were scary when they were mad 
at each other. 




Serenity sighed sadly as she looked at her daughter arguing with Darien.  
Beryl, we have to do something, they hate each other!  
But, its so much fun listening to them argue! 
Beryl! Serenity snapped at her sister. 
Ok, Ok, I get the point! 
Good! We need to find away to get them together before they hate each other 
forever! 
Serenity, you were always such a do-gooder. Im sure if you let things run 
their course theyll eventually fall in love and live happily ever after just 
like in those fairy tales you always loved! 
You let things run their course with Metallia and your niece eventually killed 
you. Serena and her friends had combined their powers to destroy the demon 
Metallia that had possessed her sister, releasing her finally to the 
peacefulness of death and eternal rest. Ok, so they werent really resting, no 
one had to know. 
My point exactly! That turned out just fine. Im back to my old self, dead and 
loving it! Beryl grinned happily twirling about like a little girl. Serenity 
sighed exasperatedly.  
You were always so frustrating! 
Alright, Ill help you, but I cant figure out what exactly it is youre 
planning to do. We are dead you know, or have you forgotten. 
Ive been dead for a while, believe me, I havent forgotten! Its important we 
get them together as soon as possible. If they continue to hate each other and 
then Pluto has to inform that they must marry for the sake of earths future, 
everyone will be miserable, them most of all! 
You know, technically he doesnt have to marry Serena, he could marry any one 
of the scouts, Beryl commented, tossing her hair over her shoulder and looking 
over her nails casually. 
Yes but, Serenas, my daughter and I like Darien. Theyre perfect for each 
other. 
They do make a cute couple dont they? Well, this should be fun! Beryl had a 
look of pure delight at the idea of matchmaking. Serenity was suddenly very 
scared. When Beryl got that happy, scheming look on her face, she had to worry.  

Why had she bothered to include Beryl on this? This would undoubtedly end in 
trouble! She sighed again, and sank her head into her hands; Beryl had been the 
queen of Venus best friend. Now she could see why. The two enjoyed meddling in 
other peoples love lives, something she also enjoyed although to a lesser 
extent.  




Hey, dude! a deep voice called out to Darien as he walked towards the Tokyo 
University Science building. He turned to face the familiar face of the tall, 
lean star or TUs tennis team. 
Yeah, whats up Dave?  
Nothing much. I saw you the other day with a bunch of girls. Seems you have 
your own harem! He grinned lasciviously. 
Theyre just my friends, Darien defended, somewhat annoyed at Daves 
suggestion. What youre suggesting isnt even legal. 
Yeah, I know but you gotta admit, theyre kinda cute, even from a distance. Why 
are you hanging out with these high school chicks anyway? 
They are girls, not chicks and theyre friends, thats all. Darien snapped. 
Dave could be so annoying sometimes. The tall dark haired Casanova was always on 
the look out for some action. Dave wasnt a big believer in the possibility of 
platonic relationships between men and women. 
Geez! Did you wake up on the wrong side of bed or what? 
You would too, if you had to listen to my mother go on and on about nothing! I 
dont know why I had to tell her about Serena! 
Serena? Is that a new girlfriend I havent met? Dave grinned; another of his 
suggestive smiles that he thought made him look cute. Darien wasnt going to be 
the one to tell him that he really looked like child molester. 
Darien scowled at the thought of Serena being his girlfriend. If Serena was my 
girlfriend, Id either kill myself or put a contract out on my own life! 
Wait, let me guess, you dont like the girl! Dave said sarcastically 
Theres an understatement if I ever heard one, Darien muttered frowning. That 
girl, is the bane of my existence! 
So, let me get this straight, you were telling you mother about some girl you 
hate because? 
I was annoyed, Darien explained, so I mentioned her in passing. She then 
wanted to know if she was one of my friends she had met before, as if shed 
remember any of my friends or care, and I said no. I told her that she was 
Richard Chandlers daughter; Chandler is the CEO of one of the U.S, largest 
electronics companies. Hes the one that used to be married to that French 
designer, Anika, who coincidentally is one of my mothers friends. So now shes 
insisting that I calm down and try to be friends with the girl. I think shes 
attempting to push me into a possible marriage that would benefit my father and 
her societal connections. 
What is Chandlers daughter doing, living in Tokyo? 
She lives with her mother. Her mother married the current vice president of 
some big communications firm. She goes by her stepfathers name most of the 
time, Tsukino. 
So shes rich! 
And spoilt! 
Is she cute? Darien scowled again. 
Dont you ever think of anything else? 
What else is there? Dave grinned again, flashing his pearly whites once more.  
Darien had never spent much time thinking about it. If anything he tried to 
suppress any thoughts of Serena whom always seemed to pop into his head at 
inopportune moments and ruin his day. Now that the question was placed before 
him, he was forced to consider it. 
She had been cute when hed first seen her, long before he was even aware of the 
fact that he was Tuxedo Mask. Since hed joined her team in their quest to find 
their princess and defeat the last few youma that occasionally appeared out of 
nowhere; she had grown quite a bit. Last year right after he had joined them, 
they had banded together and defeated Beryl and her generals. The mission had 
almost been ruined by their constant arguing but they had survived without too 
many bruises. She had been cute then and she had only grown more beautiful 
since. 
He had to admit that recently, however, she had been looking better than ever. 
Her hair was cute, She was cute, and her body was nothing short of perfection, 
not that he cared.Ok, so she was hot, big deal! There was still, however, the 
matter of her personality, which grated on his nerves every single day he had to 
be in her presence. 
Shes ok, I guess. I try to avoid looking at her. Darien made it appoint to 
understate his true thoughts as to Serenas candidacy for girl hed most like to 
see topless on a swimsuit calendar. She would make his list; he had to admit to 
himself embarrassingly. 
So who cares what your mother has to say, Dave pointed out, shes thousands 
of miles away! 
Normally I wouldnt care, but she told my dad and now my father would like to 
meet her, and hes right here in Tokyo. 
What does your father get out of this anyway? 
Hes seeking a deal with Chandler Inc. 
So what are you going to do? 
Same thing Ive always done. Im going to ignore him. 
Way to go man. 
Yeah, nothing like building familial relationships, Darien uttered 
sarcastically, grinning as he and Dave continued towards the caf where Andrew 
was on duty. 




Serena let out a low groan as she saw her group of friends sitting by the caf 
counter with Darien, and one of Dariens friends. Andrew was busy with his other 
customers and Raye was obviously flirting with Darien, which nauseated Serena to 
no end. Serena built up her defenses and prepared herself for battle. 
Hi guys! She said when shed walked over to her friends. Her friends returned 
her greeting with the exception of Darien who smirked and greeted her with: 
Hello, Meatball Head! 
Darien, how did you get into college, when you cant even seem to remember a 
simple name? Did your father buy you a spot? Serena questioned, returning a 
fake, but nonetheless brilliant smile of her own. 
You would know plenty about that wouldnt you, seeing as how Daddy buys you 
everything. Darien uttered tartly. His smile having turned upside down at the 
mention of his father doing him any favors.  
I seriously doubt that all the money in your fathers company could possibly 
buy you into any college.  
He disliked any reference to him depending on his father for anything. He made 
it a point to steer his life away from anything that might involve the 
overbearing, controlling patriarch. 
Guys please not again! Amy, the one, who always intervened, interrupted once 
more. Cant we all just get along? 
Everyone glared at Amy as she winced. Sorry, she squeaked, slouching down as 
far as she could. Even she had to admit that that was pretty corny.  
I cant believe you just said that! Raye said. 
Yeah, I know, Serena said. We usually leave that level of cheesiness up to 
Darien here. 
Darien rolled his eyes and turned to Dave.  
Dave, I have the great displeasure of introducing you to Serena Tsukino 
Chandler, otherwise known as Meatball Head. 
Dave stuck out his hand. Serena placed her hands in his and to her surprise he 
kissed the back of her hand. The girls eyes widened in surprise, while Andrew 
grinned bemusedly from behind the counter and Darien rolled his eyes. Serena was 
equally surprised but managed to smile. 
The pleasure is all mine then, Dave said smoothly. Darien neglected to tell 
me you were beautiful. Darien rolled his eyes again. This qualified as one of 
the more nauseating displays to which he had ever been subjected. 
Thats because anything out of his mouth is pure venom, Serena said, smiling 
rather sweetly at Dave.Maybe you could teach him a thing or two about civil 
behavior, She said, her eyes twinkling playfully. 
The girls were somewhere between giggling and shock.Was Serena flirting with 
this guy!? 
Dave, dont you have to go to that meeting you were talking about? Darien 
interrupted. There was only so much of this one could stand before losing their 
lunch. 
Oh yeah. Dave got his books together. It was nice meeting you, Serena, he 
said, smiling at her rather seductively, ignoring the rest of the group 
unintentionally as he attempted to gain Serenas favor.  
As he got up Darien leaned over and whispered in his ear.  
Jail bait! 
Dave grinned, amused by Dariens reminder, as he walked out.  
What was that about? Mina asked Serena after Dave had left. 
What was what? Serena asked innocently as she took Daves place at the counter 
between Darien and Mina. 
Dont play innocent with us! Lita teased. You were flirting! 
He started it, Serena pointed out nonchalantly. 
Yes, and you flirted back! Mina said exasperated at Serenas casual behavior. 
Serena rolled her eyes. What else was I supposed to do? 
You, say that as though this is an everyday occurrence, Raye said. 
It couldnt be, no one would want to flirt with her regularly. Darien 
said.Well then,  Darien said before Serena could even say another word, I 
think Id better get out of here before I learn more than I ever wanted to know 
about female behavior and a womans guide to flirting. He knew well, that 
Serena was about to be grilled on her interest in Dave which would no doubt lead 
to how many guys Lita had seen that day that looked like her old boyfriend and 
Minas guide on how to trap a boyfriend. 
Well maybe if you stuck around long enough youd learn a thing or two. That way 
you could get a date instead of flirting with high school girls out of 
desperation, Serena stated to Darien. 
Darien whispered to himself, to calm down. Like water off a ducks back. 
Are you saying youd like me to stay meatball head? he asked getting as close 
to her as he dared and looking at her teasingly. When he was this close he had 
to admit, her skin was absolutely flawless and she smelled like flowers. Of 
course so many other girls did as well, he reminded himself. 
On second thought, Serena said hurriedly pulling away from him, but not before 
recording the scent of his cologne in the back of her mind. She couldnt recall 
being this close to him in a long while. It sent a nervous tingle down her spine 
and made her so wary. Im sure you have plenty of work to do, why dont you 
hurry home and get to it. 
Are you, sure? He asked patronizingly. I could always stay and learn whatever 
it is you claim to have to offer. Although I couldnt possibly grasp what that 
could be, considering you dont exactly have a boyfriend and find it unlikely 
that youll be getting one anytime soon. 
How do I put this subtly, Serena said, plainly angry, Leave! 
Well then, when you put it so sweetly, how can I resist! Darien smiled, his 
voice dripping with sarcasm. He turned to the other girls. Well Ill see you 
girls tomorrow, well most of you. He turned to Serena. With any luck, I wont 
have to see you until youve fixed whatevers wrong with your personality. 
He didnt wait for her response; he just turned around and with a wave of 
goodbye to everyone, walked out the door. 




What happened to my little girl? Serenity moaned woefully watching Serena and 
Darien argue for what had to be the hundredth time. When did Prince Darien 
become so insulting? Meatball head? I have that very same hairdo! Serenity 
muttered patting her hair. 
Shes learned to stand up for herself. Its about time! 
Yes well as entertaining as it may be for you to watch them argue it doesnt 
help get them together! Serenity snapped at Beryl. 
Oh calm down sis! They enjoy arguing. Cant you tell? There is an amazing 
tension between them. He wants her! I bet if you leave them alone in the same 
room together, something will happen. 
Im trying to get them to fall in love, not into bed! 
Same thing! Beryl smiled. One usually leads to other. 
Why did I enlist your help? Serenity muttered, completely aggravated.  
Because you know Im the best woman for the job, Beryl said very satisfied 
with herself.  





