She’d never admit it to the others, but Makoto absolutely believes that if her parents were alive, she’d be able to be honest with them about everything that happens. They would be so proud of her for being Sailor Jupiter. They would understand completely that she has a duty to protect this world, and would support her fully.

She wouldn’t hide it, the way Usagi and the others do. And if she tried her parents would know something was wrong right away, because they would know her so well. She knows they would with her whole heart. She knows it.

Sometimes, on lonely nights, she imagines different ways she would tell them. Mom, dad, I’m a part of something good. I’m fighting for justice. I’m going to be brave, just like you always taught me to be.

Mom, dad, I’m gonna make you so proud of me.