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Sentence in italic is a person's thoughts.
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Sentences in bold are either or important stuffs or sound effects.
Sentences in italic underline are lyrics.
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Fake Wings
Chapter 1: Surprise!
Tomoeda, Japan.
It was April's Fools Day, but for young Sakura Kinomoto it was something more than a jokes day. It was her 3rd birthday. With beautiful emerald eyes and honey-brown hair, she's probably the most adorable girl in Tomoeda Village. Her bright emerald eyes sparkled with excitement, she ran down the stairs of the little cozy cottage house. She was dressed in simple peasant clothes.
Fujitaka looked at Touya and whispered, "Touya, quickly hide! We don't want to ruin this surprise for her"
Sakura looked around the room but saw no one. "Mommy? Daddy? Onii-chan? Anyone?" she yelled while searching frantically for her family members.
No one replied her but only silence greeted her. She stumbled upon the rug and started to cry for she thought her family has forgotten about her birthday.
Figures from another room giggled and looked amusingly at the little girl sitting in the living room. "SURPRISE!" they shouted. Fujitaka, Nadeshiko and Touya came out from the kitchen.
The trio then smiled at Sakura and sang hera happy birthday song. Fujitaka Kinomoto was holding presents while Nadeshiko brought out the cake that she had made this morning.
"Kaijuu, you didn't really think that we would have forgotten your birthday, right?" said Touya, cracking up in laughers.
"Hmpf, I know. Cause if you did I would do this" She looked at him and pouted cutely at him. Touya raised an eyebrow wondering what his sister was up to. She stomped on his foot and he yelped in pain. Sakura then rolled on the rug giggling.
Fujitaka sighed at the sight of his children while Nadeshiko just shake her head.
"Haha..My Sakura-chan, we would never forget your birthday" Fujitaka laughed warmly at his two children.
"Thank you mommy, daddy! It's the best birthday ever!" Sakura beamed cheerfully at her parents.
"Of course, Sakura dear, you're more precious to us than gold." Nadeshiko replied, smiling at her daughter.
Still wincing in pain, Touya quickly light up the 3 candles on the chocolate fudge cake. "Alright kaijuu, hurry up and blow your candles before the wax gets on your cake"
She closed her eyes, clasped her hands together and wished silently. I wish that this year would be another great year.
With that she blew her 3 candles and they all started celebrating. They sang, laughed, told jokes, played and did plenty more. For Sakura Kinomoto, she was having the blast of her life. However, that did not last very long until..
Cough Cough
Nadeshiko started coughing nonstop. It sounded really bad and serious.
"Mommy! Are you okay?" asked Sakura, with worry in her voice.
Not wanting her family to worry, Nadeshiko lied. "Yes Sakura dear, Cough Im fine"
Just then, Nadeshiko started coughing out blood. Upon seeing this, instantly Sakura's face was pale. Touya was too very shocked.
"Mom, your cough is getting worst. Maybe we should get a doctor" Touya ran to the telephone and quickly dialed the doctor's number.
"No, Touya!" She snapped. She tried to get up from her sit, Nadeshiko was standing up wobbly.
She smiled gently at them and said, "We can't afford to waste mo..ne-ey. Im f-fin-ee." Feeling a bit dizzy and out of the blue everything was dark for her.
After finishing her sentence, Nadeshiko fainted. Touya and Sakura both were frozen like ice cubes. Fujitaka quickly scooped her up and carried her back to their room and placed her on the bed for her to rest. He looked at with worry in his eyes, his heart was aching for he hoped she was alright. Ever since young, Sakura knew her mom had a weak health. Her mom was often ill but since she is still young, she never understands how serious her mom's condition is.
Touya was awfully depress, Why mother, why today..why? he thought bitterly. He clenched his fist and hit the wall. That's the only way he knew how to release the anger in him.
"Dad, I've already called for a doctor" His voice wavering.
"Daddy, is Mommy going to be alright?" Sakura asked innocently.
"I hope so Sakura, let us all pray that she's not in any serious condition," Fujitaka replied earnestly. He went on his knees, begging god to spare Nadeshiko's life.
Dear god, please protect mommy. She's been a good mommy..Please don't punish her, Sakura prayed silently in her thoughts.
Few minutes later the doctor arrived. He told Sakura and Touya to wait outside of the room while he checks on Nadeshiko. After what it seemed like forever, Fujitaka came out. He tried looking as reassuring as possible but his emotions betrayed him. Tears escaped from his brown poles. Sakura started crying while Touya was trying his best to comfort his little sister. Finally, the doctor came out to announce their mother's condition.
"Im really sorry Kinomoto-san, but im afraid that Lady Nadeshiko's condition is far too critical to be healed"
It was clear that the ghoul reaper has stolen their hope, happiness and most importantly, crushed their hearts. There was no longer any sparkle in their eyes. No more smiles but long frowns.
"No..Please, im willing to pay at any cost. Please, help my wife," pleaded Fujitaka.
"Mommy's been good, she doesn't deserve this. Please help my mommy," sobbed Sakura.
"Is there any way doctor? Any way for my mother" Touya asked, holding back his anger he held for the one in heaven..God.
"Im afraid not Kinomoto-san. There's seriously nothing I can help. She's got a very rare and severe lung diseases. I doubt she would make it through today. I've done my best..Please excuse me now"
"NOOO! Daddy do something! Mommy's not well!" Sakura cried clinging to the doctor's hand. She wouldn't let go of the doctor unless he cures her. Sadly, the doctor shook his head, he sigh knowing there's nothing that can be done. Touya scooped Sakura into his arms, trying to comfort her.
"Shh..Sakura, we all understand how it feels," Touya said, hushing Sakura while hugging her tightly against his chest.
"Sakura, Touya come let us see your mother" Fujitaka ushered them in. One could feel the great grief he was feeling from his broken voice.
As they entered their parent's room, they saw their mother lying on the bed sleeping peacefully. How can god be so cruel to her when she has done her part as a great mother! Touya thought. Fujitaka then slowly approached the bed and sat beside Nadeshiko. He held her hand tightly and caressed her face. Nadeshiko's face was loosing colour and her warmth was slowly disappear. Fujitaka started talking to her to keep her awake. He didn't want to lose her so fast.
"Nadeshiko, my dear.. The children and I are here to see you" whispered Fujitaka while caressing her face. Droplets of tears starting to pour down. He held her hand closely to his chest where his heart was.
"Touya, Sakura and Fujitaka. Please, don't be sad, smile for me. My heart aches, it hurts to see my family shedding tears," Nadeshiko said gently. She was feeling so tired, all she wanted to do was to close her eyes and drift off.
Seeing his mother slowly closing her eyes, he quickly shakes her gently. "Mother, fight against this diseases, we cant afford to lose you" Touya cried. He was crying uncontrollably. Streams of tears flow down his handsome face.
Then finally, came Sakura's turn to talk to her dearest mother. She climbed on the bed and hugged Nadeshiko tightly. She started sobbing louder and her emerald poles stared directly at her mother's face. She touched her gently and smiled at her.
"Mommy, I promise I won't be a naughty girl. Please don't go..Daddy, Touya and me still need you. We'll miss your cooking." She choked out.
Nadeshiko smiled at her daugther's attitude. It wasn't her fault for she was too young to understand the meaning of Death. She looked at Fujitaka with loving eyes and told him the endless love she has for him. Then turned to Touya and told him to be always a good boy.
"Sakura, Touya, will you sing with me for one last time?"
"Yes mother, anything for you." the both of them answered in unison.
Rain started pouring outside. Seems like heaven was too crying for them. Wind blew the curtains and the atmosphere was getting cold, it was filled with the scent of death. Who would have thought Nadeshiko's life would end here, end at Sakura's birthday.
Shine bright morning light
Now in the air the spring is coming
Sweet blowing wind
Singing down the hills and valleys
Touya stopped singing for he noticed some strange occurring. The whole room was surrounded by this pink aura. The source of it was Sakura. Fujitaka too noticed this and was wondering what was happening. Nadeshiko stopped but Sakura continued to sing while the pink aura slowly surrounds Nadeshiko. Slowly, Nadeshiko's eyes closed and her skin started to turn icy blue. It was the sign of Death approaching.
Keep your eyes on me
Now we're on the edge of hell
Dear my love, sweet morning light
Wait for me, you've gone much farther, too far
Miraculously the pink aura that was surrounding Nadeshiko somehow seemed like it was making her better. Though they've stop singing but the aura emitted by Sakura kept on flowing. From Nadeshiko's cold and blue pale skin, colours of life starting to flow in. Her body wasn't cold anymore, it was warm. Her face and skin were the colours of pale pink instead of icy blue. Just then, Nadeshiko eye's slowly opened.
Nadeshiko's vision was blur, for a second she thought she was in Heaven. "Sakura? Touya? Fujitaka..Am I still alive?" Nadeshiko questioned.
"Oh thank the heavens! Yes my love, you are!" Fujitaka hugged Nadeshiko and shouted with joy. His heart was relief and his mind is finally at ease.
"This must be a prayer answered. Mother you're alright!" Tears of joy and relief were shed in Touya's eyes. He smiled so sweetly at his mother that it could melt her instantly. His eyes were once again sparkled with hope.
"Mommy!" Sakura jumped on the bed and hugged her mom tightly. Nadeshiko was gasping for air, struggling to feel air in her lungs again! Touya and Fujitaka both sweat dropped. Sakura quickly let go and blushed due to embarrassment.
"You're okay! I'll keep my promise and be a very very good girl!" Sakura chirped happily.
Nadeshiko looked at her family and smiled at them. "I thought I was dead, what happen?" She asked while silently thanking lord.
"We have no idea but all we know is that Sakura had this Pink aura around her and it started to surround you too." Said Fujitaka and Touya in unison.
"I did? I just felt a warm aura sort of like lukewarm water around me" replied Sakura, with question marks on her head.
"This must be, the myth.."
For years, a myth has been passed down. Yet some have claimed it to be true.
It has been rumored that every century, one child will be blessed with extraordinary powers. A blessed power which will be able to heal any diseases and cure any wounds. However, it also been said that the one who has been chosen has a short lifespan. This is because, the source one's power is their life. Having this ability enables them to have everlasting youth, never ageing.
They are called the descendant of god…the apostle.
Author's Note: Okay how was it? Sorry for the crappy starting. Promise it'll get better! Well stay tuned and keep reviewing! Next chappie coming up soon!