Author's Note: Here's the second chapter of the original one-shot. This part was most difficult, but I still managed. It took me all day just to finish this one. LOL. Um…enjoy, and I'll see you at the end. By the way, do you think I made Sakura bratty? Because I'm looking over it, and I kinda don't like the way I portrayed her.

Chapter 2: Advice To A Love-Struck Cherry Blossom

"Why the blue face, Saku-chan?" Tomoyo asked, a warm smile greeting her.

Sakura knew Tomoyo since diaper years. A small video camera is held in her hands. Filming people is Tomoyo's favorite pastimes. She loves having Sakura as the star of home videos. The two could be mistaken for sisters, except for Tomoyo's prominent long and curly raven locks, and the sparkling amethyst eyes that glimmer with mischief. Those who know very well of her, know she has a mother who's a CEO of a successful toy company. She could've become popular if she wanted to, but she chose being liked for who she is, rather than for what she has. Despite being compulsively obsessive with film and fashion, she's kind to anyone that meets her, and always has time to hang out with her friends, especially Sakura.

"Oh, Morning Tomo-chan." Sakura replied. "I thought you'd be in class by now."

"Oh, I was, but I saw you coming across the school yards, so I knew you'd be in the cafeteria first." Tomoyo replied. The two began walking through the corridors. "Finally, you made it to school in time without getting slapped with detention."

"Oh believe me, I'm still working on it." Sakura replied. She sighed. "I wouldn't have to rush if Touya would be so kind to wake me up sometime."

"Huh? Touya's here?"

Sakura nodded. "Yeah. The university doesn't open again till next month. He has a long vacation."

"Ouch." Tomoyo said sarcastically.

"Tell me about it." Sakura sighed. She then saw a familiar person walking through the cafeteria. Sakura's eyes bulged and quickly hid her face behind one of her books. "Oh no! It's Syaoran! I hope he doesn't see me!"

Tomoyo arched an eyebrow in confusion. She turned her head slightly to see Syaoran conversing with the other students, most of them are girls. He's wearing a uniform consisting of a blue blazer, white shirt, and black necktie, along with brown khaki pants and black shoes to match. He's seen laughing, while scratching the back of his unruly chestnut brown hair. She shrugged. "Oh, him. So what of it?"

"I don't want him seeing me!" Sakura panicked.

"And why?" She slightly tilted his head.

"Hello! Tomato face here!" Sakura stared dreamily at the brown-headed boy. "Wow…he's so cute." Sakura mumbled. "Stupid crush…out of all people, why him?"

Unfortunately, her best friend heard her. "What did you say?" Tomoyo asked. "Did I hear what I thought I heard?"

Sakura's eyes widened even bigger. "Uh…no?!"

"Oh, Come on. You just said Syaoran is cute. There's no shame in that," Tomoyo said. "I admit he's pretty hot. But oh, my favorite Saku-chan is crushing on him. So cute!!!" She squealed.

"Tomo-chan!" Sakura cried. Her face turned even redder.

"Don't be ashamed. I already know you like him anyway, so it's no big surprise at all." Tomoyo said.

"Really? Am I that obvious?" Sakura blinked her eyes questioningly.

"Duh, Saku-chan. Who do you think you were trying to kid? You've been crushing on Syao-kun since the fifth grade." The look in Tomoyo's eyes and mischievous smiles saw directly through Sakura. Sakura sighed. Her best friend knows her far too well.

"So you know. But that doesn't mean you can go and make a public announcement!" Sakura began to pack her things. She and Tomoyo walked through the hallway on the first floor.

"But, you've finally admitted to me. Well not really, but still! At least you were honest to yourself."

"True, but man…I get so nervous around him. When I want to talk to him, everything I want to say goes flying out the window!"

Sakura heavily blushed. She never discussed her deep and personal life with Tomoyo, especially with the issue of relationships and her love life. Those topics was something she mostly kept to herself.

"Don't worry. It happens to all of us. There's no need for you to feel embarrassed about it." Tomoyo smiled. "So, does he know you like him?"

Sakura shook her head. "I don't think so. I hope not. Don't you know what'll happen if he finds out? Ten years of friendship is going directly down the drain! That's the last thing I'll ever need!" She felt like a wreck inside.

"Hello! You and the guy have known each other since forever! You need to tell him sometime!"

"Shh!!!!" Sakura hissed. "You're making a public announcement again!"

"Alright," Tomoyo replied softly. "but still, you should really tell him. He has to know sometime. It's not like you can hide it forever ya know."

"It's easier said than done. Besides, I don't think he likes me in that way."

Tomoyo stopped in her tracks, making Sakura stop after. "Sakura, sweetheart, darling," Tomoyo laid her hands on Sakura's shoulders. "you can't just jump into conclusions without finding out first! Did you forget that he's still available? This could be your chance!"

Sakura shrugged. "I don't know…"

"Oh come on! Your best friend, our best friend, is the hottest guy in Tomeda High! He's captain of the Soccer team, member of Track and the Volleyball team, president of the Tomeda Honor Society, and not to mention he's captain of the Martial Arts Club. He even has his own car! He's every girl's dream, and practically has his own fan club! Guys and teachers respect him! You better get him before someone else does!"

"Are we talking about how kind, caring, loyal, and trustworthy Syaoran is, or are we talking about his status?" Sakura crossed her arms, raising an eyebrow.

"That's not important—I mean it is, but the real important thing is, almost every girl in this school wants to be the girlfriend of our best friend. And since he's still single, you have a chance. How often do you see him dating or flirting with other girls?"

"I know, I know." Sakura said reluctantly. "I'm sure that a lot of girls wants to date him, and that's only because of his popularity and looks. I want more than just 'dating' him, Tomoyo. Half of the girls don't know him like I do. Jeez, everyone in the school make it so competitive! Sorry, but I refuse to participate in that silly game."

"You don't get it, do you?" Tomoyo asked rhetorically. They both continued walking and made their way up to the second floor. "I already know it's not about the looks or popularity. Duh, Sakura! I know that none of that matters! Hey! I don't care if he's a nerd with pimples all over his face! The important thing is, you're in love with him, and you have been for a very long time. It's not right holding something in, especially if it has something to do with that person you truly care about. Second to me, he's the greatest thing that ever happened to you." She sighed. "Please, Sakura. Take it from someone who's been down that road before."

Sakura had a stroll down memory lane. Before Tomoyo and her boyfriend Eriol dated, she crushed on him endlessly. Nearly every conversation was about him, and it annoyed Sakura to the bone. She remembered how Tomoyo would blush intensely around his presence, or how nervous she'll sound whenever she's talking to him, even if it's for a second. Last year at an annual school dance, Tomoyo gathered the courage to confess her true feelings, after an incident that involved a wardrobe malfunction to a dress she worked so hard to make. Although it was cutest thing Sakura has ever seen, she never thought that she and Tomoyo would wind up switching roles.

"You really think I have a chance with Syaoran?" Sakura asked.

Tomoyo smiled. "I'm quite sure. Anything's possible with my Saku-chan."

Sakura returned her best friend's smile. "I hope you're right."

"That a girl!" Tomoyo said. "And if he doesn't have the same feelings for you, there are always plenty of other fish out in the sea."

Sakura and Tomoyo laughed, but it came to a cease shortly after the warning bell rung. "Oh man! We better hurry before the bell rings again!" Tomoyo said, dragging Sakura's wrist down the corridors.


Author's Note: How was it? Please read and review. Thanks!