**Under the Crescent Moon: A Family Celebration**

Prompt: {Sailor Moon Story} Usagi and Rei’s son and daughter Uriah and Rayna really wanted to go see the boys lacrosse tournament game against their high school’s crosstown rival, but Rei was stern and she said no. The kids were really disappointed, but Usagi felt bad for what Rei said to them. The kids sat in their room crying until Usagi came in their rooms and hugged her two children, saying that Rei was just having a bad day. The kids told their mom they really wanted to see the game but their momma Rei said no. Usagi made her kids feel better by saying yes they can go. The kids were very happy to know that and thanked their mom. Usagi felt proud cheering up their daughter and son. After the kids left for the game, Usagi talked with Rei and helped her cope. At the game, the kids cheered the lacrosse team on and their home team won. It was a celebration.

Uriah and Rayna stood in their shared room, the sunlight streaming through the curtains casting a warm glow that contrasted sharply with the chill of disappointment hanging in the air. Rayna clenched her lacrosse stick tightly, her expression clouded with frustration, while her twin brother, Uriah, threw a pillow against the wall with all the strength his nine-year-old frame could muster. Their hearts ached for what they had hoped to experience—a thrilling afternoon at the lacrosse tournament, where their school's team was set to face their long-standing rivals. "Why does Momma Rei have to be so strict?" Uriah muttered, wiping away a tear. Rayna sat cross-legged on the floor, projecting an air of defiance, though her chin trembled betraying her sadness. "She’s just being unfair," Rayna sighed, her voice cracking slightly, “We just wanted to cheer for our team!” Moments later, the door creaked open and Usagi entered, her soft demeanor instantly lighting up the room. She took in the sight of her children, their tear-stained cheeks and puffed-up eyes making her heart ache. Without a word, she knelt down and wrapped her arms around them, pulling them into a warm embrace. “What’s the matter, my sweet little bunnies?” Usagi whispered, her voice soothing and motherly, wrapping them in comfort as she stroked their hair. “Momma Rei said we can’t go to the lacrosse game,” Uriah blurted out, his words tumbling out in a rush. “But we really wanted to go!” Usagi frowned slightly, reflecting on how her partner had been feeling overwhelmed lately, likely affecting her approach to letting the kids enjoy their youthful adventures. "Oh, my little stars, I know it’s disappointing," she said softly. "But sometimes Momma Rei just has those days where things feel a little heavy. You know how busy she’s been with work." Rayna wiped her eyes and looked at Usagi with hope, “Does that mean we can still go?” Usagi felt a surge of protective love for her children and her heart swayed in a beautiful maternal way. "You know what? I think you both have been so good lately. You're responsible, and you deserve to enjoy your day," she announced with a smile, a twinkle in her eye. “How about I take you to the game, and we can talk to Rei when she comes home?” Uriah's face lit up like the sun. “Really? Thanks, Mom!” he exclaimed, wrapping his arms around her tightly, making Usagi laugh with joy. Rayna joined in the hug, her earlier sorrow replaced by excitement. After getting ready, the three of them bounded out the door, hearts eager for the excited cheers and shouts that awaited them at the field. As they drove, Usagi shared stories of her own school days, the thrill of lacrosse games, and how she would cheer for her friends. The kids giggled and laughed, connected ever more as a family. Once they arrived at the game, the atmosphere buzzed with anticipation. The sun hung high in the sky, casting a golden glow upon the field, and their school’s colors painted everywhere gave life to the environment. The two twins clutched their homemade signs, decorated after Usagi had lovingly helped them craft the night before. As the teams came together, Uriah spotted his friends on the team and waved enthusiastically. Rayna, however, was on the lookout for the fastest girl on the team, a girl she admired and aspired to emulate. When the whistle blew and the game commenced, every time their team scored, Uriah and Rayna leapt to their feet, cheering with wild abandon, their voices blending with the roar of the crowd. Meanwhile, Rei was at home, trying to focus on her work but feeling a nagging guilt about her earlier dismissal. She had thought maybe letting the kids stay home would teach them some discipline, but she had never wanted to be the villain. A half-finished report sat in front of her, but her thoughts kept drifting to the sound of laughter she had also come to adore—her children's laughter. A sudden thought struck her—what if they were at the game? Would Uriah and Rayna be just fine without her? Could she have possibly missed an important moment for them? In a moment of panic, she pushed her work aside, grabbed her jacket, and decided to head to the field. As she arrived, she heard the deafening cheers and caught sight of her two children, their faces painted with joy. They were jumping and dancing as their home team scored yet another goal. Something inside her softened, and as she finally joined the crowd, she was enveloped by the happiness radiating from her kids. "Momma!" they shouted, scanning the stands and spotting her as they all rushed to greet her. "Did you win?" Rei asked playfully, kneeling to meet them, though her gaze was softened by a hint of apology. “Momma Usagi let us come!” they exclaimed in unison, their eyes sparkling with joy. Rei felt the weight on her chest lift slightly. "That's wonderful! Did you cheer loud enough for me to hear you from home?" she teased, her heart swelling with pride. The twins giggled, and as they shared stories about the game, Rei felt something in her heart shift. As the final whistle blew, confirming their school's 12-9 victory, the atmosphere erupted into cheers. Usagi, Uriah, and Rayna all jumped into a happy huddle of celebration, their laughter ringing out under the crescent moon beginning to appear in the early evening sky. They were a family, united in joy, and Rei felt wonderful to be a part of it. Later, they would go home, share snacks, and perhaps Rei would find the courage to apologize to her children for the earlier no. For now, it was a moment of pure celebration—a testament to resilience and love, where the bonds of family made everything brighter. And somewhere deep inside, Rei knew it was okay to let go, to celebrate with her little ones, and to embrace what it meant to be a family together once more.