A/N: Hi! I'm back. I'm so glad and thankful for the reviews I got. The reason this chapter is out is because I'm on Break right now. So I hope you enjoy this chapter.
Disclaimer: I've been forgetting this lately but oh well. I don't own CCS or any of the songs used in this fanfic…but the plot is mine. Mwahahaha (coughs) Okay, I'll stop now.
Chapter 3: The Return
"How in the world did you get me to put this thing on, Tomoyo?" "Aw, Saku, it looks so cute on you!" "Tomoyo, you owe me big time." Tomoyo and Sakura were on their way to meet Meiling and Syaoran to start planning out the wedding. Sakura was pretty upset with Tomoyo but she had to admit…her outfit didn't look all too bad.
She was wearing a top that was just above her thighs. It was baby blue and had only one sleeve on her right shoulder. Underneath was a long, black pants that flared out at the ankles and she wore white sneakers…hey Tomoyo couldn't get her to wear the high heels the whole time could she?
They were meeting in a restaurant not too far from where Syaoran and Meiling were staying. By half past eleven they sat down at a table and ordered lunch. Meiling was wearing a lavender halter top with a pair of jeans. Syaoran kept the same scowl but this time had on a sleeveless, black, muscle shirt that made the heads of girls turn as well as jeans.
Meiling was the first to speak first. "I'm so glad that we have one of the best planners in Japan. Sakura, I was wondering which places we have to choose from." Sakura smiled. "Thanks for the compliment. Actually, I have a number of choices to choose from." She took out some photos with different places.
Sakura continued to speak. "We have churches made just for weddings here, each can hold a reception and over 1500 people can attend. Or we can have an outside wedding and give it the works. Candles for the reception at night, piano music…even an orchestra. You two can look at the photos and choose what you guys want. You have until next week."
"Thanks, Sakura. Syaoran, do you have anything to say at all?" Syaoran glared at Meiling who glared back until he gave in. "Yes, I would like to know who can we get for the music and bridal gowns?" Sakura emerald eyes shone. "We can use the same fashion designer who made this outfit for me." She stood up for them to see the outfit. Meiling squealed in delight.
"That looks oh so kawaii!" Syaoran nodded in agreement. "Yes, it does look well made. So who's this fashion designer?" A giggle was heard and they turned to Tomoyo who grinned. "That's me. Daidouji Tomoyo at your service. It'd be my pleasure to design the bridal gowns."
Meiling smiled. "I'm so glad to meet you. Can I call you Tomoyo?" "Only if I can call you Meiling." "It's a deal." Tomoyo turned to Syaoran. "What would you like me to call you, Li?" Syaoran fixed his cold eyes on the energetic girl. "Last name basis only for me."
Tomoyo's smile disappeared almost immediately. "Oh, ok…um…Li." She leaned over to Sakura. "What a grouch." Sakura nudged her silently. Syaoran cleared his throat. "We have our fashion designer but what about the music." Sakura smiled. "I have an idea for whom to play for you but I want you two to hear him first. Please meet me at The Centre for Arts at seven o'clock."
They all agreed and left the restaurant. When Tomoyo and Sakura were walking, they somehow got talking about Syaoran. "So, Sakura, what do you think of Li? Handsome, don't you think?" She nodded in agreement. "Yes, he is but he also seems cold and unfeeling. It's almost as if he doesn't want this wedding." "Wonder why…" Tomoyo and Sakura had just stopped at the Centre for Arts. "What are we doing here?" Sakura grinned. "To see Eriol, duh."
They walked inside to find Eriol at the piano bench looking through his music. Sneaking up behind him, they hugged him tightly. "Hey Saku, Moyo, it's great to see you guys." The two girls grinned. "It's great to see you too, Eriol," Tomoyo said. Eriol looked at Tomoyo. "So, what are you guys doing here?" She shrugged. "I dunno…this was Sakura's idea."
Eriol looked at Sakura with a frightened look on his face. "What are you up to, Sis?" Sakura put on an innocent face. "Who me? I'm not up to anything." Eriol raised his eyebrow. "Yea right." Sakura sighed. "Ok, I'll tell you. I was wondering if you could play a specific song for a specific somebody."
She was met with a hard glare. "Sakura…I dunno about this." Sakura smiled innocently once again. "What? I meant if you could play a certain song for me." Eriol sighed in relief. "Sure. So which song shall it be?"
"You didn't let me finish. I want you to play a specific song with Tomoyo so that Meiling and Li could hear tonight." Tomoyo smiled. "That would be so great to sing in front of a large crowd. I'm glad Sakura suggested it. Do you accept?" Eriol grinned. "Sure, what are friends for, right?"
Everything was going well so far and they chose which song they'd sing for the finale. After practice, Sakura and Eriol went for a walk outside since they had several hours until show time. There was a nice cool breeze blowing and they walked in silence for a while.
Eventually, Sakura broke the silence. "I had that dream again." Eriol looked at Sakura as they continued walking. "When did you have it?" "This morning. They're getting worse." Eriol stopped walking and looked straight at Sakura. "Maybe you should go see a counselor."
Sakura shook her head. "That wouldn't work…besides, these dreams seem more like premonitions. And something tells me one may come true tonight." Eriol was very worried now but he choose not to show it so that he wouldn't upset Sakura even more.
Ever since their mom's death, Sakura had been getting strange dreams…and they always came true. No one could help her and she didn't know what had caused this but she lived with the same nightmares every day. Eriol nodded. "Well, would you tell me what this one is about?" His sister shook her head. "No. Just be careful, ok?"
"Fine, then. I promise I will." They walked the rest of the time in silence, each with something on their minds. Each with a fear that something may happen that night.
The concert was about to start in a few minutes and Meiling and Syaoran were in the second row waiting. Meiling had a huge smile on her face and Syaoran was well…the same grumpy Syaoran. He was hoping that the Kinomoto girl wasn't wasting his time.
Soon the curtain rose and a foreign tune was being played on the piano by a blue-haired boy. Since most of the people were either American or spoke English, they understood the words. Meiling gasped. "Syaoran, that's Eriol!" Syaoran's interest was awakened and he placed his full attention on the person playing the piano and singing.
Close your eyes, make a wish No I can't ever let you go
This could last forever
If only you could stay with me now
So tell me what it is that keeps us from each other now
Yeah, its coming to get me
You're under my skin
You're a part of me now
Caught by the taste of your kiss
And I don't wanna know the reason why I can't stay forever like this
Now I'm climbing the walls cuz I miss you
Many of the girls started singing along with Eriol or tapped along to the rhythm of the drum. Meiling was one of those girls. "I love this song so much!" Syaoran just kept on listening.
Take my hand, take my life No I can't ever let you go It's an illusion how can I feel this way
Just don't take forever
And let me feel your pain kept inside (ohh yeah)
There's gotta be a way you and I together now
Yeah it's comin' to get me
You're under my skin
You're a part of me now
Caught by the taste of your kiss
And I don't wanna know the reason why I can't stay forever like this
Now I'm climbing the walls cuz I miss you
(if I can't have you)
It's an illusion nothing is real this way
(if I can't have you)
The beat got louder along with Eriol's melody.
No I can't ever let you go I can't let you go no
You're a part of me now
Caught by the taste of your kiss (I don't want to know)
And I don't want to know
The reason why I can't stay forever like this (I am climbing the walls)
Now I'm climbing the walls cuz I miss you (oooooooohhhhhhh)
And I don't wanna know the reason why
I can't stay forever like this (no no)
Now I'm climbing the walls cuz I miss (I miss you) you
As the music slowly faded away, a loud applause was heard. Eriol stood and took a mike and smiled at the audience. "Thank you everyone for coming. Many of you know me and are huge fans of mine. I thank you guys. For those who may not know me, my name is Hiirigizawa Eriol and I'm single if you wanna know."
The audience laughed at that comment and Eriol chuckled while Sakura rolled her eyes. Eriol continued. "Seriously, though, I hope all of you enjoy the concert."
The audience was loud and roaring. Everyone was having a good time; even Syaoran who was actually completely into the concert. Eriol had just finished a song and was about to play one last song.
"As much as I've enjoyed this, I must admit we're about to close real soon." "Awing" was heard all over the audience. "I know, but to see you off I have a friend of mine ready to sing her song with me. This is my first time singing this song so I hope you guys enjoy it. The first song wasn't written by me but this one is. You guys ready?" He was answered back with a loud "yeah".
Eriol grinned. "Ok, come on out Tomoyo." They were surprised to not see him go back to the piano and anticipated this "Tomoyo" Eriol called. They waited until…
Ohhhahhh…
Soon the music started playing and a funky beat was heard but Tomoyo was no where to be found.
Ohhhahhh…
Tomoyo soon stepped out in one of her best outfits yet. It was a black mini-skirt with black tights underneath and a silver butterfly on the left one. Red met the edge of her mini skirt and sparkled in the stage lights.
Ohhhahhh…
She wore a red halter top which was completely off her shoulders and the black straps of her shirt underneath were visible. The edge of the halter top was black and a silver butterfly was on the right side of the top.
Ohhhahhh…
Can somebody explain to me why everybody is trying to be
Living like a celebrity;
Doing what they see on MTV?
She moved around the stage in her black low-heeled, but stylish, slippers as if she were a professional. Her raven hair was out and swinging behind her as she moved around. She flashed her fingers loaded with rings.
Ice is cool but I'm looking for more.
Simple things is what my heart beats for (that's me).
I don't ask for much (baby). Having you is enough.
Everyone by now was having a blast as they watched this girl perform. She was doing so well, her outfit was awesome, and the song was great too. Meiling and Syaoran were stunned. They didn't know Tomoyo could sing…and so well too. Meiling was practically squealing but Syaoran was simply…shocked.
You ain't got to buy nothing. It's not what I want. (Baby, it's you.)
We don't have to go nowhere. It's not what I want. (Baby, it's you.)
It's not for what you got 'cause I know you got a lot.
No matter what you do, you always getting hot. It's you…it's you.
Baby, all I want is you. Yeah…
"Wow! Tomoyo's so good at this! Don't you agree Syaoran?" Meiling turned her head to look at her fiancé. Syaoran nodded his head…seeming to have finally come out of his shock. "Yea, she really is good, but have you noticed that Hiirigizawa is nowhere to be found?" Tomoyo looked all over the stage and Syaoran was right…Eriol wasn't there. Where could he be?
It don't matter that your car is fly.
And your rims are spinning on the side and
It don't matter where we go tonight.
'Cause if I'm with you I'll be alright.
That's cool but I'm looking for more.
It's your love that my heart beats for. ('Cause that's me)
Don't have to spend a dime. (Baby)
I just want your time.
By this time a few more people noticed Eriol wasn't on stage but that didn't stop them from having a good time. Heck, this girl was good.
You ain't got to buy nothing. It's not what I want. (Baby, it's you.)
We don't have to go nowhere. It's not what I want. (Baby, it's you.)
It's not for what you got 'cause I know you got a lot.
No matter what you do, you always getting hot. It's you…it's you.
Baby, all I want is you.
Ohhhahhh…
She danced around the stage floor to the rhythm of the music and was smiling immensely. It was obvious Tomoyo was having a good time…just like everyone else.
Ohhhahh…
Yeah…
You ain't got to buy nothing. It's not what I want. (Baby, it's you.)
We don't have to go nowhere.(nowhere) It's not what I want. (Baby, it's you.)
It's not for what you got 'cause I know you got a lot. (yeah)
No matter what you do, you always getting hot. It's you…it's you. (you…you)
Baby, all I want is you. (Baby)
Ohhhahhh…
Yeah…
As the music slowly faded away, they applauded loudly the girl called Tomoyo. Suddenly, the music started up again.
Ohhhahh…
Everyone was completely confused. Didn't she just sing this song? The thought was going through their minds that something was wrong here.
Eriol: Let's go.
Okay…now they were really confused. They didn't see Eriol on stage at all during her performance and suddenly they're hearing his voice as the music started. Where could he be? What was going on?
Eriol: Yeah Eli. Remix. 'Moyo. (Tomoyo: Ohhhahh…)
Finally, Eriol came on stage and he looked awesome. He wore black jeans with a dark red shirt and black and red sneakers…totally matching Tomoyo. An outfit although simpler compared to Tomoyo's own…almost every girl squealed at him. So this is the remix huh? Seems like it's gonna go well.
Eriol: Sing it to 'em, baby.
Tomoyo: Ohhhahhh…
Can somebody explain to me why everybody is trying to be
Living like a celebrity;
Doing what they see on MTV?
Ice is cool but I'm looking for more.
Simple things is what my heart beats for (that's me).
I don't ask for much (baby). Having you is enough.
The audience was completely shocked. Eriol, doing a remix? That's totally new for him. Meiling was squealing like crazy and Syaoran was slowly shaking his head at the girl next to him. But still, he had to admit, those two on stage were good.
Tomoyo: You ain't got to buy nothing. It's not what I want. (Baby, it's you.)
We don't have to go nowhere. It's not what I want. (Baby, it's you.)
It's not for what you got 'cause I know you got a lot.
No matter what you do, you always getting hot. It's you…it's you.
Baby, all I want is you. Yeah…
It don't matter that your car is fly.
And your rims are spinning on the side and
It don't matter where we go tonight.
'Cause if I'm with you I'll be alright.
That's cool but I'm looking for more.
It's your love that my heart beats for. ('Cause that's me)
Don't have to spend a dime. (Baby)
I just want your time.
The audience had gotten some of the lyrics down by now and started to sing with Tomoyo.
Tomoyo: You ain't got to buy nothing. It's not what I want. (Baby, it's you.)
We don't have to go nowhere. It's not what I want. (Baby, it's you.)
It's not for what you got 'cause I know you got a lot.
No matter what you do, you always getting hot. It's you…it's you.
Baby, all I want is you. (Eriol: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1) Yeah…
Eriol: Baby girl don't care 'bout my dough stack.
And she gets down chick
And she knows I love that
She sees past all this Eli stuff
B'cos she knows at the end of the day
The only thing matters is us. (Tomoyo: only thing matters is us.)
Now the crowd was really shocked. Eriol…rapping…that was new. And this Tomoyo person was really good…they both were. It was quite obvious that Eriol's fan club was increasing and Tomoyo's own was beginning.
Sakura was smiling in the background as she watched Tomoyo and Eriol sing and dance. The gleam in their eyes showed that they were more serious with the song than they'd want to admit but it just made the performance better. Sakura took a small digital camera out of her pocket and snapped a picture of them. She then took a glance at Syaoran and Meiling who both seemed to be enjoying themselves. Perfect. Killing two birds with one stone.
Eriol: And there be a lot of groupies on the road
But they can't do nothing for me
I gotta good girl back at home.
Matching charm bracelets and pendants
Who ever woulda thought our relationship would be so tremendous.
And lately you've been missing me crazy.
And anytime you miss me, Baby, sidekick page me.
I got a dime piece you know she's the bomb.
The type of girl you bring back home just ta meet your mum.
I'm not Lorenz Tate, but I think I've caught in love Jones.
'Cuz I think 'bout her every time I hear a slow song.
And when she thinks about me, I think about her too.
When she ride for me, Baby, I'm a ride for you. (Tomoyo: Yeah…)
Let's go.
"They look so kawaii! I think Sakura and I will have to play matchmaker." Meiling grinned evilly at her plan and Syaoran smiled at her and her craziness.
You ain't got to buy nothing. It's not what I want. (Baby, it's you.)
We don't have to go nowhere. (nowhere) It's not what I want. (Baby, it's you.)
It's not for what you got 'cause I know you got a lot. (yeah)
No matter what you do, you always getting hot. It's you…it's you. (you…you)
Baby, all I want is you. (Baby)
Ohh…
Yeah…
As the music faded, Tomoyo and Eriol both received standing ovations from the massive audience before them. Eriol waved at them. "Thanks for coming to the concert…bye for now. I hope you guys enjoyed yourselves."
Suddenly, Sakura and Eriol both froze as if they were in a trance. No one had seen Sakura so nobody noticed her but they noticed Eriol. "Eriol, Eriol, are you alright. Eriol! ERIOL!" Tomoyo's frantic calls alerted some of the people in the crowd, including Syaoran and Meiling who had no idea what was going on.
The two siblings both saw something was about to happen in their trance and woke up as soon as it was over. "Eriol, Tomoyo, look out!" "Tomoyo, get out of the way!" The two almost said it simultaneously and instinctively, Eriol pushed Tomoyo to the ground…and away from the falling stage lights.
Everyone inside was startled. It had happened so quickly. Syaoran ran to the stage and jumped on asking everyone if they were alright. Sakura quickly followed after and sighed in relief when she was sure they were fine. Immediately after, an arrow was shot and Syaoran caught it with his left hand.
On it was a message meant for Sakura and she took it hesitantly. When she opened it and read the message her face went pale and she nearly fainted when Syaoran caught her in time. Meiling became extremely worried. "Sakura, what's wrong?" Tears fell silently down Sakura's face and Eriol and Tomoyo both walked over to her to see what was wrong.
Eriol crouched down and picked up the note Sakura had just dropped. As he read it…he eyes went wide behind his glasses. Tomoyo saw the looked and became just as worried herself. "Eriol, what's wrong?" Eriol looked at her sadly and whispered, "It's our mother's murderer…he's back…and for us now."
A/N: That's it for chapter three. I hoped you enjoyed it. I know I did. I'm sorry once again for the late update but Magically Destined would hopefully be up by tomorrow night. That's it for now and I hope that you please, please, please review.