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Forlorn Deceptions
By: aZnDrEaMeR1788
"....."-Talking
::.....::-Thinking
-_-_-_--Different Scene
-Rude Awakening-
Hong Kong Grand Hotel
July 18
11:55 A.M.
Countless news vans, eager photographers, and a few news choppers circle a tall luxurious hotel from above. Many Kevlar suited policeman equipped with semi-automatics and heavy duty lucid shields stand guard while using large wooden road blocks to surround the entrance to the hotel. Numerous reporters, paparazzi and hundreds of citizens wait anxiously behind the blocks outside to catch a glimpse of her sudden reappearance.
Inside the press conference room only a small handful of the world's most famous news broadcasting stations are waiting apprehensively for the guest of honor to appear. Swiftly the large side door opens and all tall security guard walks forward escorting a stunning woman in a professional ebony suit. Instantly thousands of bright flashes sets off, and gradually stops as the emerald eyed women reaches behind the podium.
"I called for this conference to announce a slight detour in my career, and as well as to answer as many questions that my time allows." Her rosy lip curls into a small devious smile, as her eyes gleam with mischief.
"From this day on I am no longer the pro-bono lawyer but officially only a criminal defense/offense attorney." She states simply with a grin staring strait into the cameras challengingly, and quickly shifts her attention to the gawking reporters.
"Any questions?" She asks with a hint of sarcasm with a slight arch of her eyebrow adorned with a grinning smile.
Immediately shaking away their dazes many reporters raise their hands with a few speaking out loud their questions. The emerald eyed young women points to a man wearing a formal gray suit sitting in the front row.
"Ms. Kinomoto aside from your abrupt job decision the question I believe that's on everyone's minds is where you were the past seven and a half months."
"Well to honestly say, I believe everyone over reacted; I simply took a getaway trip to a private and remote Caribbean island on a personal account." She answers nonchalantly, and quickly points to another reporter.
"Your friends and relatives filed a kidnapping case, why was it that you did not contact them about your whereabouts?" A middle age reporter questions.
"I felt the need to getaway and get some alone time; I received no news about the filament and I didn't feel compelled to tell anyone where I was." Sakura replies causally.
"Another question ma'am, on the day you took your sudden leave your father and brother were in a horrible accident resulting in their deaths, there is speculation that it may have not been an accident but murder, how do you foresee it as?" The bustling room quickly quiets down as everyone notices the sudden icy coldness in the jaded eyes.
"I believe we should let the dead rest in peace." Frost emitting from each slowly emitted word, sending chills down everyone's spines.
"-and that will be all the questions." Bright flashes blink away as Sakura briskly strides out of the room while many reporters try in vain to ask more questions. She quickly puts on her stylish brand name dark sunglasses as two armed guards escort Sakura toward the main Lobby and out the entrance, instantaneously lights flash and deafening questions and loud chatter breaks out. Five more guards quickly clear her way and holds back the immense crowd as Sakura indifferently steps into a sleek black limo.
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Syaoran's Apartment
12:21 P.M.
Three pairs of stunned eyes continue looking blankly at the flat screen TV, where minutes ago the live broadcast of Sakura was on. The pair of violet orbs quickly blinks out of the reverie but glazes over in confusion.
"Sa-Sakura, was that really her??" A panicked feminine voice questions.
"She's here; I have to go see her." The auburn haired young man whispers to himself, as he quickly sits up from the sofa and heads out the door.
"Syaoran wait! We don't even know where she-
'Slam'
-is." The azure eyed man is cut off by the shutting of the door.
"We better go with him."
The young women next to him nods and they quickly head out.
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South Rock Shores
2:58 P.M.
A forest green luxury car quickly screeches to a halt in front of a large modern Victorian gray, white home. The reclusive house is situated alone on top of a tall cliff as large waves pound at the low jagged rocks. Three tall figures quickly steps out of the car and heads to the double oak doors. The amber eyed man knocks briskly three times, and shifts uncomfortably as the hollow sound resounds into the house. Almost instantly the door is creaked opened but only a small inch as the person behind the door observes the guests. Seemly satisfied the door is opened half way as a short maid greets them.
"Is Sakura Kinomoto here?!" Syaoran asks forcibly.
The maid takes a small step back due to the loud outburst.
"S-Sir, please calm down and tell me your name first." The young maid answers.
"My name is Li Syaoran; please if Sakura is in there let me see her." He pleads with a lower tone.
"Allow me to ask the mistress, please wait a moment." She courteously replies as she shuts the door.
"The tough parts over, at least now we know she's safe." Eriol says encouragingly as he lightly pats Syaoran behind the back.
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Home Office
An auburn haired young woman sits behind a mahogany desk overlooking documents and files, and reclines on her leather chair as the sun rays shine from the large flat panel window behind her.
"Let's see, Wang Corps. is the second largest leading business company in Hong Kong while their competitors, Li. Corps, is first?" The emerald eyed woman asks in confirmation.
"Yes, ma'am." A reddish haired young woman holding files and planners standing near Sakura answers.
"Hmm..." Green orbs quickly scans through the many document pages. "Alright, print up a set of Wang Corps'. stocks, and annual gross sheets along with their expenditures."
"Yes ma'am, right away" The young woman quickly heads out of the large wooden business office and into the side office room.
'Beep Beep'
Sakura swiftly presses the gray button for the house speaker on the side of her table.
"Yes."
"Sorry to interrupt, but there is a man named Li Syaoran outside with two other people to see you. Should I let them in?"
"I'm very busy right now; tell them I'll contact them when I have time." Sakura quickly presses the house speaker button ending the conversation.
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Outside
The wooden door slowly opens and the maid from earlier returns apologetically.
"I'm sorry, Ms. Kinomoto is busy right now, she says she'll-" Syaoran quickly steps pass the maid and into the well furnished home.
"Sakura! It's Syoaran!"
"-Please sir you can't come in!" The maid tries to the stop the tall man but to no avail he swiftly crosses into the rooms with his friends on his tail. Syaoran starts heading to the back of the home where a light voice is resounding from.
"Tell me the agenda for the rest of the day." Sakura says to her secretary as she reads between the documents and computer screen.
"There are a few legal documents to be signed and at eight o' clock you have the Wang Corps. party-"
The door is suddenly banged open and four bustling figures come in. Sakura takes in the intruders and lifts a questioning brow to the maid.
"I'm sorry ma'am, I tried to stop them." The young maid apologizes with her head down.
"You may go." Sakura answers tonelessly and the maid gives a small bow before exiting the room.
"Eugene, please excuse us for a minute." Sakura glances at her secretary and the young women nods and quickly complies.
"Please sit down." Sakura commands to the trio as she continues reading through her papers.
"Sakura we have been so worried about you. Why didn't you tell us where you were all this time?" The amethyst eyed young woman asks in a hurt manner.
A few long seconds pass as Sakura continues with her work looking almost oblivious to having the three in her office.
"I don't have time for personal issues; schedule an appointment with my secretary to talk about business matters only."
The group is taken aback by Sakura's demeanor and instantly flames flare up in Syaoran's eyes.
"You didn't contact us for 10 months, do you have ANY idea how worried everyone was?!" Syaoran yells accusingly.
Cold emerald orbs slowly meet blazing amber ones as a fierce heaviness stains the air.
"Calmly leave or I'll have security personally escort you out." Sakura states frostily.
"Sakura please understand we didn't come to anger you but to welcome you back, we were all just very worried about you." Eriol inputs.
"I believe I was doing just fine before the three of you barged in so don't let me repeat myself and just take your leave." Sakura goes back to reading the files and papers.
"Sakura-" Tomoyo tries in vain as Eriol hushes her and leads Syaoran and her out the door.
"Eriol what are you doing? There's something wrong with Sakura we have to-"
"We can't get through to her if she's not willing to listen." Eriol calmly states to the two.
"So we're just supposed to leave like this?" Syaoran questions heatedly.
"We have to give her some time, and I suggest that we all use that time to calm down as well. Something obviously happened to Sakura but we can't do anything until we know what it is." Eriol replies slightly angered as well.
Syaoran angrily strides off and the other two silently follows suit.
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Wang Corps. Party, Hilton Hotel
8:39 P.M.
High ceiling chandeliers sparkle brightly as dozens of people dressed in fine attire talk and laugh while drinking chilled champagne. An orchestra situated in the back plays a smooth melody as the corporate business men talk about their individual industries. At the sound of elegant heels clicking on the smooth granite floor, many pairs of eyes turn towards the entrance of the room as they behold a beautiful and slender young lady. Bright emeralds gleam as a mischievous grin adorns the young lady's rosy lips, with each light stride the black silky material clings softly on her beautifully curved figure. Murmurs of astonishment and wonder fill the room as the young women, along with her secretary approaches the man hosting the party.
"Just a short while ago I wouldn't have dared to dream to see you within a mile radius of me, that is of course besides in court." The tall man laughs lightly.
"Time changes lots of things." Sakura smiles casually.
"The reason I'm here today is to give you a proposition." She says switching to her professional tone.
"Oh, really? What kind of proposition, one that favors you or me?" The graying haired man questions with a grin.
"One I believe that favors us both." A devilish smile passes through her features.
"I would like to become your company's personal attorney, how does that sound?"
"Any sane man in my shoes would say it would be like playing with fire."
"Then why do we play with fire?" Sakura counters resulting in making the man laugh loudly.
"Alright, give me one solid reason why I should accept this proposition."
"Hmm, well let's see just off the top of my head. If you don't accept my proposition you'll be seeing yourself loosing a lot more cases." Sakura grins mockingly.
"So be it, it would be criminal to go against Sakura Kinomoto anyhow." The man laughs good-naturally.
"My secretary will call yours on Monday and we'll write up the papers. Now that business talk is over why don't you enjoy yourself?" The man motions to the vast ballroom filled with many couples dancing in the center along with long tables filled with expensive gourmet food.
"My business is done here, we'll meet on Monday." Sakura nods lightly and quickly turns and heads out towards the exit with her secretary in tow.
The next chapter will tell more about what Wang Corps. Business is, but from the hints you can guess it's definitely not an honest business. Please review and comment on anything, hope you enjoyed reading!
Forlorn Deceptions
By: aZnDrEaMeR1788
"....."-Talking
::.....::-Thinking
-_-_-_--Different Scene
-Rude Awakening-
Hong Kong Grand Hotel
July 18
11:55 A.M.
Countless news vans, eager photographers, and a few news choppers circle a tall luxurious hotel from above. Many Kevlar suited policeman equipped with semi-automatics and heavy duty lucid shields stand guard while using large wooden road blocks to surround the entrance to the hotel. Numerous reporters, paparazzi and hundreds of citizens wait anxiously behind the blocks outside to catch a glimpse of her sudden reappearance.
Inside the press conference room only a small handful of the world's most famous news broadcasting stations are waiting apprehensively for the guest of honor to appear. Swiftly the large side door opens and all tall security guard walks forward escorting a stunning woman in a professional ebony suit. Instantly thousands of bright flashes sets off, and gradually stops as the emerald eyed women reaches behind the podium.
"I called for this conference to announce a slight detour in my career, and as well as to answer as many questions that my time allows." Her rosy lip curls into a small devious smile, as her eyes gleam with mischief.
"From this day on I am no longer the pro-bono lawyer but officially only a criminal defense/offense attorney." She states simply with a grin staring strait into the cameras challengingly, and quickly shifts her attention to the gawking reporters.
"Any questions?" She asks with a hint of sarcasm with a slight arch of her eyebrow adorned with a grinning smile.
Immediately shaking away their dazes many reporters raise their hands with a few speaking out loud their questions. The emerald eyed young women points to a man wearing a formal gray suit sitting in the front row.
"Ms. Kinomoto aside from your abrupt job decision the question I believe that's on everyone's minds is where you were the past seven and a half months."
"Well to honestly say, I believe everyone over reacted; I simply took a getaway trip to a private and remote Caribbean island on a personal account." She answers nonchalantly, and quickly points to another reporter.
"Your friends and relatives filed a kidnapping case, why was it that you did not contact them about your whereabouts?" A middle age reporter questions.
"I felt the need to getaway and get some alone time; I received no news about the filament and I didn't feel compelled to tell anyone where I was." Sakura replies causally.
"Another question ma'am, on the day you took your sudden leave your father and brother were in a horrible accident resulting in their deaths, there is speculation that it may have not been an accident but murder, how do you foresee it as?" The bustling room quickly quiets down as everyone notices the sudden icy coldness in the jaded eyes.
"I believe we should let the dead rest in peace." Frost emitting from each slowly emitted word, sending chills down everyone's spines.
"-and that will be all the questions." Bright flashes blink away as Sakura briskly strides out of the room while many reporters try in vain to ask more questions. She quickly puts on her stylish brand name dark sunglasses as two armed guards escort Sakura toward the main Lobby and out the entrance, instantaneously lights flash and deafening questions and loud chatter breaks out. Five more guards quickly clear her way and holds back the immense crowd as Sakura indifferently steps into a sleek black limo.
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Syaoran's Apartment
12:21 P.M.
Three pairs of stunned eyes continue looking blankly at the flat screen TV, where minutes ago the live broadcast of Sakura was on. The pair of violet orbs quickly blinks out of the reverie but glazes over in confusion.
"Sa-Sakura, was that really her??" A panicked feminine voice questions.
"She's here; I have to go see her." The auburn haired young man whispers to himself, as he quickly sits up from the sofa and heads out the door.
"Syaoran wait! We don't even know where she-
'Slam'
-is." The azure eyed man is cut off by the shutting of the door.
"We better go with him."
The young women next to him nods and they quickly head out.
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South Rock Shores
2:58 P.M.
A forest green luxury car quickly screeches to a halt in front of a large modern Victorian gray, white home. The reclusive house is situated alone on top of a tall cliff as large waves pound at the low jagged rocks. Three tall figures quickly steps out of the car and heads to the double oak doors. The amber eyed man knocks briskly three times, and shifts uncomfortably as the hollow sound resounds into the house. Almost instantly the door is creaked opened but only a small inch as the person behind the door observes the guests. Seemly satisfied the door is opened half way as a short maid greets them.
"Is Sakura Kinomoto here?!" Syaoran asks forcibly.
The maid takes a small step back due to the loud outburst.
"S-Sir, please calm down and tell me your name first." The young maid answers.
"My name is Li Syaoran; please if Sakura is in there let me see her." He pleads with a lower tone.
"Allow me to ask the mistress, please wait a moment." She courteously replies as she shuts the door.
"The tough parts over, at least now we know she's safe." Eriol says encouragingly as he lightly pats Syaoran behind the back.
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Home Office
An auburn haired young woman sits behind a mahogany desk overlooking documents and files, and reclines on her leather chair as the sun rays shine from the large flat panel window behind her.
"Let's see, Wang Corps. is the second largest leading business company in Hong Kong while their competitors, Li. Corps, is first?" The emerald eyed woman asks in confirmation.
"Yes, ma'am." A reddish haired young woman holding files and planners standing near Sakura answers.
"Hmm..." Green orbs quickly scans through the many document pages. "Alright, print up a set of Wang Corps'. stocks, and annual gross sheets along with their expenditures."
"Yes ma'am, right away" The young woman quickly heads out of the large wooden business office and into the side office room.
'Beep Beep'
Sakura swiftly presses the gray button for the house speaker on the side of her table.
"Yes."
"Sorry to interrupt, but there is a man named Li Syaoran outside with two other people to see you. Should I let them in?"
"I'm very busy right now; tell them I'll contact them when I have time." Sakura quickly presses the house speaker button ending the conversation.
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Outside
The wooden door slowly opens and the maid from earlier returns apologetically.
"I'm sorry, Ms. Kinomoto is busy right now, she says she'll-" Syaoran quickly steps pass the maid and into the well furnished home.
"Sakura! It's Syoaran!"
"-Please sir you can't come in!" The maid tries to the stop the tall man but to no avail he swiftly crosses into the rooms with his friends on his tail. Syaoran starts heading to the back of the home where a light voice is resounding from.
"Tell me the agenda for the rest of the day." Sakura says to her secretary as she reads between the documents and computer screen.
"There are a few legal documents to be signed and at eight o' clock you have the Wang Corps. party-"
The door is suddenly banged open and four bustling figures come in. Sakura takes in the intruders and lifts a questioning brow to the maid.
"I'm sorry ma'am, I tried to stop them." The young maid apologizes with her head down.
"You may go." Sakura answers tonelessly and the maid gives a small bow before exiting the room.
"Eugene, please excuse us for a minute." Sakura glances at her secretary and the young women nods and quickly complies.
"Please sit down." Sakura commands to the trio as she continues reading through her papers.
"Sakura we have been so worried about you. Why didn't you tell us where you were all this time?" The amethyst eyed young woman asks in a hurt manner.
A few long seconds pass as Sakura continues with her work looking almost oblivious to having the three in her office.
"I don't have time for personal issues; schedule an appointment with my secretary to talk about business matters only."
The group is taken aback by Sakura's demeanor and instantly flames flare up in Syaoran's eyes.
"You didn't contact us for 10 months, do you have ANY idea how worried everyone was?!" Syaoran yells accusingly.
Cold emerald orbs slowly meet blazing amber ones as a fierce heaviness stains the air.
"Calmly leave or I'll have security personally escort you out." Sakura states frostily.
"Sakura please understand we didn't come to anger you but to welcome you back, we were all just very worried about you." Eriol inputs.
"I believe I was doing just fine before the three of you barged in so don't let me repeat myself and just take your leave." Sakura goes back to reading the files and papers.
"Sakura-" Tomoyo tries in vain as Eriol hushes her and leads Syaoran and her out the door.
"Eriol what are you doing? There's something wrong with Sakura we have to-"
"We can't get through to her if she's not willing to listen." Eriol calmly states to the two.
"So we're just supposed to leave like this?" Syaoran questions heatedly.
"We have to give her some time, and I suggest that we all use that time to calm down as well. Something obviously happened to Sakura but we can't do anything until we know what it is." Eriol replies slightly angered as well.
Syaoran angrily strides off and the other two silently follows suit.
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Wang Corps. Party, Hilton Hotel
8:39 P.M.
High ceiling chandeliers sparkle brightly as dozens of people dressed in fine attire talk and laugh while drinking chilled champagne. An orchestra situated in the back plays a smooth melody as the corporate business men talk about their individual industries. At the sound of elegant heels clicking on the smooth granite floor, many pairs of eyes turn towards the entrance of the room as they behold a beautiful and slender young lady. Bright emeralds gleam as a mischievous grin adorns the young lady's rosy lips, with each light stride the black silky material clings softly on her beautifully curved figure. Murmurs of astonishment and wonder fill the room as the young women, along with her secretary approaches the man hosting the party.
"Just a short while ago I wouldn't have dared to dream to see you within a mile radius of me, that is of course besides in court." The tall man laughs lightly.
"Time changes lots of things." Sakura smiles casually.
"The reason I'm here today is to give you a proposition." She says switching to her professional tone.
"Oh, really? What kind of proposition, one that favors you or me?" The graying haired man questions with a grin.
"One I believe that favors us both." A devilish smile passes through her features.
"I would like to become your company's personal attorney, how does that sound?"
"Any sane man in my shoes would say it would be like playing with fire."
"Then why do we play with fire?" Sakura counters resulting in making the man laugh loudly.
"Alright, give me one solid reason why I should accept this proposition."
"Hmm, well let's see just off the top of my head. If you don't accept my proposition you'll be seeing yourself loosing a lot more cases." Sakura grins mockingly.
"So be it, it would be criminal to go against Sakura Kinomoto anyhow." The man laughs good-naturally.
"My secretary will call yours on Monday and we'll write up the papers. Now that business talk is over why don't you enjoy yourself?" The man motions to the vast ballroom filled with many couples dancing in the center along with long tables filled with expensive gourmet food.
"My business is done here, we'll meet on Monday." Sakura nods lightly and quickly turns and heads out towards the exit with her secretary in tow.
The next chapter will tell more about what Wang Corps. Business is, but from the hints you can guess it's definitely not an honest business. Please review and comment on anything, hope you enjoyed reading!