Author Note: Hi everyone, I know I'm terrible! I didn't update as quickly as I thought I would. Real life has been a little hectic, but you know how that is. Thanks for all your kind words and all the love to MLP! Please read and review!

The day after the concert

"WHAT?! YOU GOT TO MEET N.V.R. AND HOLD LI'S HAND AND YOU ARE JUST NOW TELLING ME THIS?!" Tomoyo shouted from the top of her lungs.

Sakura kept her eyes shut and continued walking to school. Tomoyo ran up to her and stopped her with both hands on Sakura's shoulders. Sakura looked at her friend.

"I didn't want to talk about it. Yue cheated on me I was very hurt." Although the rest of the night was like a dream she replayed all night.

Tomoyo released her friend and stood in the middle of the sidewalk as Sakura continued past her.

"It doesn't matter. It's not like I'll ever see him again."

Tomoyo looked at her friend's back as she drifted away again. She should be more considerate since Sakura just dumped her boyfriend last night.

"I'm sorry Sakura," but she wasn't really since Sakura's night ended up way better than any ordinary day and she was rid of the jerk.

"So who's this Meiling lady?" Tomoyo questioned more.

Sakura looked at her bandaged palms from when Meiling shoved her off the table.

"Apparently she's some MC from China who's obsessed with Li."

"I don't like her," Tomoyo retorted.

Sakura looked at her friend who was fuming and giggled. "Well me either."

Tomoyo smiled at her friend and gave her a hug. Sakura squeezed her friend back with equal force.

"What if you meet Li again?" Tomoyo said with gleaming eyes.

Sakura smiled and replied, "I doubt it. Besides he probably won't remember me."

When they arrived at the school there was a crowd of people around a dark vehicle. Tomoyo held onto Sakura's arm and peaked through the students to get a glimpse but couldn't see a thing. Sakura was uninterested.

"Let's go see who it is." Tomoyo said.

Sakura looked over to the crowd, "I'm going to head in."

Tomoyo tugged on Sakura's arm. "Come on."

Sakura sighed and followed the purple haired girl.

Tomoyo was very demanding and rough as she dragged them all the way to the center of the circle of people surrounding the heavily tinted vehicle.

"I wonder who it is." Tomoyo stated as she let go of Sakura's arm.

The car door opened and everyone braced themselves. Sakura's attention was caught by some upper classman's squealing faces and then looked at the figure who exited the vehicle.

First she heard screams from girl's and some guy's on the side and then Tomoyo's screech. Soon everyone else was joining in.

It was Li Syaoran! He was standing outside the car in a cool stance. A hand in his jean pocket and shades hung from pocket of his stylish top. All of a sudden reporters and paparazzi pushed through the students and began snapping photos of Li and Sakura. Where they came from, no body saw.

Li caught Sakura's eye and smiled and slowly began to approach her. Sakura blushed and took a small step back. Finally Li stood right in front of her and said, "Hello Sakura."

Sakura's gaze never left his. "H-Hi..." It didn't feel right saying his first name.

"Can I talk to you privately?" He asked and smiled at Tomoyo and then back at Sakura.

Sakura nodded as she kept her eyes focused.

Li hesitantly reached for Sakura's hand but once it was in his grip he gave a firm hold and then guided her to the tinted vehicle. He held the door open for her and once she got inside he smiled back at the crowd and in return he got a roaring reply.

The two sat in the car quietly as the car drove around the block. Li was nervous now that they were alone. How would he spring up the mess he made to Sakura?

"I'm sorry about your injuries from yesterday, are you feeling better?" He asked.

She smiled and nodded. This made him feel remorseful. She was obviously too kind to yell at him. It was his fault after all.

"Uh…Oh yes, I almost forgot." Li said as if a light bulb lit up in his head.

"Here's your mirror. Sorry I forgot to return it last night." He said as he handed the circular pocket mirror back to Sakura.

Sakura had been trying to cool her face so her blush wasn't as vibrant as when he grabbed her hand. That's the second time now… She turned to him and smiled her thanks and took the mirror from his hand and put it in her bag.

"I'm sorry about last night."

Sakura shook her head, "No, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to cause you so much trouble."

Immediately Li's guilt meter peeked. "Actually…It seems I have caused you some trouble."

Sakura looked at him confused as he looked at his lap and then back at her. She could tell something was troubling him.

"Last night a reporter caught some photos of us and Meiling, but it is mainly about you. It appears somehow they have come up with a story that I am dating a student, you, but they don't know your name so you are being called the 'Mystery Girl' as of now."

Sakura's eyebrows bushed together. "Did Meiling say something to the reporter?"

"I doubt it because she's had a crush on me since my training days and she would never want news of me dating someone to get out."

Sakura nodded her agreement. Although it was a little odd since a gorgeous woman like that was openly willing to be with Li and he still didn't want her. Was he into even more attractive women? His relationship with Meiling was questionable but she knew it wasn't her place.

"It's apparently going to be classified as a 'scandal'. I found out this morning from my manager. He was not happy so he went and complained to the company writing the article. Thankfully they are giving us a chance to throw out that story and give them an exclusive ourselves. My manager would like for you and I to show up at the POPSTARS convention tomorrow together as a couple…"

He stopped and looked at her. She looked lost and confused. Technically he was about to turn 20 years old and she was just 17. She could see how that would look wrong in some people's opinions.

"I'm sorry I know this is a lot."

Sakura shook her head slightly and then looked back at Li. "It's fine. What do I need to do?"

"Are you sure? I don't want to cause you any more trouble."

Sakura shook her head in denial, "No it's fine. If this will help clear our name then I want to help." And pretending to be my idol's girlfriend for a day? That was a big plus. She would never forget this moment. He will never have to know she is a super big fan of his.

She couldn't look at him because of her embarrassment. It was as if it was plastered onto her face exposing her real emotions towards the situation.

He too was embarrassed but from other reasons. How could he call himself a man if he was going to drag an innocent woman into a situation like this? It wasn't right morally to him, but he had to remind himself this was to protect his group and management and also Sakura.

"Thank you Sakura, if you don't mind I'd like to take you somewhere now. Uh, nowhere bad though."

Li was starting to get confused. He wanted to protect her, a woman he knows nothing about. A woman he just met the night before. Even though he knew so little about her he felt a connection to her. She gave him a vibe of a down to earth and humble female which was rare for him to come by. I will try my best to not get you hurt anymore.

Soon they appeared at a little boutique in down town. Sakura stepped into the building and her eyes gleamed. Everything was so gorgeous and of course pricey. The residents didn't dare enter this boutique unless they were made of money.

Li followed in behind her and smiled at her reaction.

She turned to look at him and smiled. "Are you shopping? This place is amazing."

"Not me, you are."

Her smile slowly slipped away. "Oh Li…I don't have this kind of money."

"Don't worry it's on me. You need to wear something nice tomorrow." He smiled at her to reassure her everything would be ok.

"Li!" A female yelled from the back of the store.

Li looked towards the approaching blonde woman and they embraced. Sakura took a small step back and turned to look away. She felt a little jealousy of the woman being so close to Li, but they were obviously friends. Once again she was a tall, thin, beautiful woman who was obviously successful as well.

"Sakura, this is an old friend, Grace, and Grace, this is Sakura, my g-girlfriend." He said with a little stutter. He would have to start introducing Sakura sooner or later. He might as well get some practice before tomorrow's event.

Sakura's eyes shot open in shock at Li's bluntness. Grace screeched in a high pitch tone and proceeded to hug Sakura as well. As quickly as she embraced Sakura, she let go.

"Li, you didn't tell me you were dating a local," Grace giggled as she gestured to my school uniform. "and a young one at that."

Li gave sly grin and Grace giggled even more. Sakura seemed to be lost in between the two.

"Don't worry Li, I'll dress her up right now besides who knows your style more than me?"

Just like that Grace grabbed Sakura's wrist and pulled her to the back dressing rooms. Li chuckled a little at Sakura's troubled expression as she looked back at him as she was departing from their standing post.

Sakura had on a gorgeous light blue dress. It was strapless and hugged her figure all the way down to the knee and then slightly flared out to hide her feet. There were sequins from her bosom creating an ombre effect to her knees.

Grace stood behind her with a grin. "You look beautiful and sexy. Li won't be able to keep his eyes off you. Blues' his favorite color."

Sakura looked at Grace through the mirror and then back at herself. She could hardly recognize herself. Would Li really find her attractive in this? A little smile appeared on her face. Today was like a dream just like last night, maybe she was still asleep?

"Ok take it off, I'll have it hung and zipped up in a bag for you."

Sakura stripped and went to look for her uniform but it was gone. Instead there was a pair of dark denims and a button up sleeveless white top.

"Uh Grace…" She called out.

"Yes Sakura, it's for you. Put it on quickly. Li's waiting!" Grace shouted back not entering once. "And put on the black pumps."

Sakura looked to the floor and there lie a beautiful pair of black heels. She wasn't used to wearing heels and was nervous of looking like a fool when walking.

Somehow she managed to get dress and walk down the store to where Grace and Li were chatting and staring out the glass walls of the store. Sakura took this time to admire Li. He stood with one hand in his pocket and his hair was perfectly trimmed into a slight 'v' shape in the back. His broad shoulders were so alluring as he stood up straight tall.

Li turned slightly and saw her figure. He had to do a double take. Even though just her clothes changed slightly she looked…different. The skinny fit pants gave her a little shape and her sleeveless top exposed her white creamy thin arms.

Sakura blushed from Li's stare and brushed a piece of her short brown hair behind her ear.

"Li…Don't just gawk at her. Compliment her!" The blonde shouted with a smile.

Li coughed slightly and smiled at Sakura. "You look very nice Sakura."

Grace scoffed and then walked away to fetch the dress and handed it to the driver.

They said their goodbyes and then entered the car.

"I'll take you home now before it gets late."

Sakura nodded in agreement. Although they were together all day she felt as if she hadn't really seen him since she was too embarrass to gaze at him.

Li had a problem with looking at Sakura too much, now that she was dressed in clothing other than her uniform which was bagged up in the trunk.

It was a silent ride home but when they got to her home Li finally turned towards Sakura.

"Don't worry about tomorrow. Just get some rest tonight, I will handle everything." He smiled gently.

Sakura smiled back and nodded. "Thanks for taking me shopping."

"You're welcome. Should I walk you to the door?"

Sakura shook her head.

"Ok well I will see you tomorrow then. I'll send my driver since I have to arrive early with my team."

Sakura was a little upset that she couldn't arrive with him but this gave her sometime to fix herself up before attending a celebrity event.

She opened her door and stepped out. She smiled and waved to Li as he slowly started to drive away. All of a sudden reporters and paparazzi ran out from nowhere to bombard her. They must have waited till they confirmed her face.

"Sakura Kinomoto, is it true you are dating celebrity Li Syaoran?"

"Miss Kinomoto, is it true you are still attending high school?"

Li looked back at the noise and sudden flashes.

"Stop!" He shouted to his driver and then opened his door to bolt out towards the group.

All the reporters averted their attention to the celebrity. Sakura felt so violated with all the people in her face and rubbing up against her. She shouted for them to get away but they didn't listen.

"Sakura, give me your hand!"

She looked through the crowd and there was Li. His hand was out for her to take and all the reporters were snapping photos like crazy. She hesitated for a moment looking at his face and then back at his hand but then grabbed his hand.

He then rushed her to the car where the driver tried warding off as many reports as possible. Once they got inside Li gave her his full attention. He turned in his seat and started lifting her arms and examined yesterday's injuries to see if she was ok.

"Are you ok?" He said with emotion.

Sakura blushed slightly and nodded. "I'm fine. Are you?"

"Thank goodness it was just a small group of paparazzi."

Small…? She thought that was pretty chaotic and didn't know how celebrities could live with the constant torture.

"My father isn't home tonight…I don't think I feel safe staying here alone tonight."

Li's eyebrows scrunched together as he thought of a solution.

"Do you want to stay with me?" He looked up at her face.

Sakura looked back at him and they were frozen.

Will Sakura and Li spend their first night together!? How will tomorrow's event turn out!? All I know is that Meiling has some tricks up her sleeves.

This chapter was getting kind of long so I decided to leave Yue out of this chapter. He will return though! Please read & review! THANK YOU ALL!