Entry #5

Lucky Guy

I stare down at the beautiful girl standing in front of me. Everything about her screams beauty; from her sky blue eyes that sparkles with love and joy, down to her hair which glitters like the golden sun. Her smile envelops me, making me think of how words couldn't describe how lucky I was to be able to take her hand in marriage. I reach my hands out to hold hers, ready for the wonderful future ahead of us when we are joined together in unity. I was going to be the lucky guy, marrying this goddess who adorned herself in pearls and a long white gown. Yes, I was indeed the lucky one. Usagi Tsukino could have had anyone in the world, but she chose me, Seiya Kou.

As we stand there in front of the church, gazing into each other's eyes lovingly, we are surrounded by our friends and her family. Music from a large organ echoes it's last note through the large building as everyone waits in their seats for us to exchange our vows. Tears of happiness slip from the guests' cheeks and wet their fine clothing as they watch two lovers join hands in marriage. Everything was perfect. Well, almost everything. For there was one guest standing in the back of the church looking more miserable than anything I had ever seen.

This one guest went by the name of Mamoru Chiba.

As I look back at him, his wet eyes glare into mine. His hatred burns into my very soul, and I know he believes I stole Usagi away. I can feel his anger, his disappointment, and especially his jealousy. I can feel Mamoru's emotions because at one point in time, I felt those same exact feelings towards him.

Motoki stands next to his hurt friend, placing a hand of reassurance on my ex rival's shoulder. Usagi's vows have become a blur in my mind as I watch Mamoru, fearing he would do whatever he could to ruin this wedding. I am scared that he may try to steal her away like he felt I had when I returned to Earth.

Before I know it, it is my turn to share my vows and proclaim my undying love to Usagi. With microphone in hand, I sing a song I had specially written just for her. The same one I sang for her when I invited her as a VIP at one of the Starlight concerts.

Sobs of joy from Usagi's mother can be heard after I sing my final note. Even she can see how strong my love is for the woman standing beside me.

I would give up everything for her; my planet, my female body, my friends, and even my duty to my princess. I would stop at nothing to be by her side.

"If anyone has just cause for why these two should not be married, speak now or forever hold your peace."

The reverend's voice echoes in my head and I close my eyes tight, expecting to hear Mamoru say something. Within minutes it is clear that Mamoru will not be saying a word. When I peek his way, Mamoru's eyes are closed and his head is tilted down towards the floor. A lone tear creeps down his cheek as he waits to hear us say, "I do."

A part of me feels guilty. A part of me can feel his pain and wants to tell him everything will work out. I want to tell him something better will come along, but that would be pointless.

I know how awful it feels to know that the girl you love more than anyone in the galaxy is in love with someone else. I know how it hurts to know you will never be good enough, for someone else has taken that special place in her heart. I know what it is like to feel weak and broken because an angel had stolen your heart without you realizing it, and it was obvious you would never get it back.

Finally the intense feeling in my gut disappears after I murmur the words I do and slip my ring on her finger. It was done, she was forever mine, and Mamoru would not be able to take her away.

"Seiya," Taiki says quietly, placing a reassuring hand on my shoulder. "It's over."

I blink my eyes before lifting my head to face the brunette man beside me. I wipe the tear off my cheek and nod. I can't will myself to speak, even as we are joined by Yaten.

I hear cheers from Usagi's fellow senshi as she walks down the aisle towards the dining area with her new husband. When she sees me, she pulls away from her original route and embraces me with a large hug.

"Thank you for coming, Seiya!" Usagi squeals happily, "This day is extra special knowing that all my friends came!"

Mamoru follows behind her, taking Usagi's hand and pulling her away from me. They both look at me with complete cheer and bliss on their faces. I feel my heart rip in two as I give them a weak smile.

I know how awful it feels to know that the girl you love more than anyone in the galaxy is in love with someone else. For you see, the truth is...Usagi never chose me at all.

I was the one standing in the back of the church, watching as the woman I loved married someone else. It was my heart that was sick, holding back tears of sorrow as I watched Mamoru stand across from her, smiling down on her with gooey lovesick eyes. And now it is he who is holding my sweet angel's hands, and not me, for she never returned my love.

Now I know the truth:

Mamoru Chiba will always be the lucky guy.

The writing entries for this contest are awesome! You guys will have a hard choice ahead of you. By the way, there are some entries on the first page and some entries on the second page. Sorry about that.

OMG, I DON'T KNOW WHO TO VOTE FOR! 3 OR 5!!!

Oh. My. God.

Number One. Just. What. Yes. Glorious and delicious. and so filled with muse. Must. Resist. Continuation. Fanfiction.

!! NUMBER FIVE, YOU RASCAL. SERIOUSLY?! At first I was all

"Aw, :bunnypokerface I'm not a fan of SeiyaxUsagi, but I'll read it.
:bunnypokerface ... :bunnypokerface ... ... ... OMG YOU DIDN'T.

YOU DID. YOU ABSOLUTELY DID. TEEEHEEEEHEEEE

So yes. I am also torn.

Why is there not a 'like' button for posts? The post by Sailor Uranus made me have all the giggles. Oh, bunny icons, you are amazing.

I haven't voted, because I can't decide. It's really, really hard.

i'm ROTFLOL with Kyra's siggie, for real.

Entry #2 is hilarious. *Squeals* I still can't decide.

Bump! XD Let's get out the vote!

I voted! Gah it was so hard they were all so good T.T

I'm not sure who to vote for all so awesome

I know this is a very hard choice, but be sure to vote for at least one entry and show your support to these fabulous writers!

OK finally voted but it was so so so hard to choose

Well, I voted! Good job to all the writers, I think everyone had an interesting twist to this challenge.

It was nice to see that every entry was completely different from the other, talk about originality, right?

Vote, vote, vote! We've got a lot of talent here and you should definitely show your appreciation by voting. ^.^

Voting is almost over. Better hurry up and vote!

Voted! These were really interesting! ^_^

Only two days left!

Really not that much longer left to vote. Better hurry and get your votes in. ^.^

When does voting end?

Entry #1 - Sailor Venus
Entry #2 - ToriJ
Entry #3 - Sailor Uranus
Entry #4 - Ari-chan
Entry #5 - natashagurl

Congratulations to natashagurl for winning this writing contest! The entries were all so fabulous and I know we al had a hard time choosing a winner. The winning signature should be place within a couple of days.

congrats, girl!

congrats! These were all really good.

Yay! Thank to those who voted for my entry!

I really enjoyed this contest, I think all the entries were awesome!!!!

Congrats!!

The next writing contest will be announced on the fifteenth of this month!

By the way, I need one person to run the 14th writing contest (I'll be here for the 13th writing contest). I will be gone in a foreign country from June 15th through July 19th, so I'll need someone else to run the writing contest during that time. Send me a PM or reply to this thread if you'd like to help out.

Also, Uranus, if you'd still like to run with my idea in Entry #1, then... PM me. If I took it anywhere past a one-shot, I doubt I'd ever finish it. You actually manage to finish fan-fiction.

I can help, Venus. i'm PM'ing you

I'm super excited to see what the siggie looks like!

Everyone else's that I've seen is so pretty! =)

It's beautiful! I love it! Thank you!!!