So hey. Nothing much to say.. I'm thinking about uploading a chapter per day, but then again, i'm thinking about stopping this story soon. I think it's just the timing of when I uploaded this is just...bad... I mean I just finished major tests that has a lot of...influence I think on my grade. I got a grade for one of mine and it's not bad, could have done better. I think it's because towards the end I got tired and lazy and started to daydream about the future chapters...sigh... The others I haven't gotten yet but...

Either way what I'm trying to say is that I might have to stop this story soon... In May-August I'm gonna die if I try to multitask bacuase...I still have the school finals + state tests + family issues... oh and + school...can't forget school... So, I'm thinking that I'll stop this right after they get married because I think it will be a good stopping point you know?

And I also apologize if some characters are to OOC or OCC which I trying so say not too much like their character in the anime... and if I make any errors... I'm sorry...thank you...

The Card Captor original characters are not mine, it's...to the person who created it I think CLAMP? But, my characters are mine. This plot is mine. So no taking and coping it somewhere in the Internet and stuff... Sigh...sorry it's just been a long day..I'll update every weekend if I can...

Li XiaoLang or Li Syaoran, was not in a good mood this morning. Apparently, news traveled faster in the castle than he thought. The very minute that he woke up, servants that were dashing around the room all stopped to say the dreaded words. "Congratulations on your engagement King Syaoran!" She told me only yesterday, but everyone already knows...ugh...

He groaned as he sat up, the light blinding his eyes for a moment. He got up and shooed his servants away, wanting to be alone for the morning. He dressed in a simple white shirt with a collar that covered half his neck, and white pants that flared and curved where it tighten around his ankles.

Then he put on a green robe decorated with silver outlines that had to be buttoned from neck to the waist where it flared out like a cape. He put on his sliver slippers as he stepped over to his stand where the crown slept on top of a velvet red cushion. Syaoran gingerly picked up his crown and placed it on his head, where it proudly showed off its shine.

Three knocks rapped on the door and the navy blue-haired man walked in without any permission. "Aren't you looking simple today. You sure you shouldn't wear anything more...regal for the announcement today? Like a cape and more decorated robe or something?"

Syaoran sighed. "It's fine, I'm already stressed enough. Besides, I would think Okaa-sama would want to make it instead. She was always better at talking than me." Syaoran put on a cold, frigid face, as he prepared himself for the day. " Come on, time to go."

Eriol gave no response as he followed his king to the dining room for breakfast. However, Eriol did smile at him when a servant passed by and bowed, congratulating Syaoran on the engagement. He gave a short nod before continuing on, leaving Eriol behind to say the greetings.

When they reached the dining room, they both bowed to Yelan who was sitting in her seat, waiting for their arrival. When Syaoran sat at the head with his mother to the left and Eriol to his right, the food arrived.

" What is today's schedule Eriol?"

"Nothing new. First, there's the report on the infestations of a plant in the northern area, then there's the letter sent from the Hiro Kingdom about the problem with the trading routes, then there's the announcement about the enga-"

"Which I will make for you since I do not want you to be slipping out of the deal, XiaoLang," Yelan interrupted while glaring at him.

"Of course, Okaa-sama. As you wish," Syaoran replied while also glaring at his mother.

The room's temperature dropped as the glaring did not stop. Eriol gathered up his courage to break the silence to avoid turning into a popsicle, " And that's about it. There's not much more to do today since we overworked yesterday before your mother called for you."

Syaoran turned to him and gave him a curt nod. "Very well then, let's get this announcement over." He stood up and motioned Eriol to get up also. Eriol protested, but stopped with Syaoran scowled at him.

"Fine then, I'll leave my breakfast untouched along with yours for you. My. Cute. Little. Descendent." He smiled as Syaoran hissed and followed him out of the room.

" My, my, he has a lot of work to do. I do hope that the princess will melt his coldness..." Yelan muttered as she too got up to announce the engagement. They all walked to main hallway and continued on with only their shoes breaking the silence.

At last, they arrived to a room that led to a vast marble white balcony that jutted out a few hundred meters. They stepped onto it and almost immediately the cheers began. When Yelan raised her arm signaling for silence, they obeyed and the cheers slowly died away.

"My good people! Here we gather today to announce that my son has finally chosen a bride!" Her crimson and white sleeves fluttered, along with the stray raven strands of hair at her neck that fell from her bun. Her rich and vibrant voice mesmerized the captive audience.

"He is now engaged with the princess of the neighboring kingdom, Princess Sakura of the Kinomoto Kingdom!" The crowd roared and screamed. Once again, she said to raise her arm to continue on. "The marriage will happen in six months here, in the castle, but the wedding carriage will go throughout the city and all are welcomed to congratulate! Now, my son, the king will give a speech to commemorate this occasion!"

Syaoran who was shocked at how close the wedding date was, feigned composure and calmness as he stepped up to the front. "Hello! What my dear mother said rings true! I was officially engaged to her yesterday! Though first, I would like to sincerely apologize for this sudden announcement. It must have inconvenience you for sure."

Here, he bowed to show his sincerity. If even he was a cold person, he still holds respect for his people and did his best for the kingdom. Then, when he lifted his head, he continued.

"I believe what my Okaa-sama spoke about was everything about this matter. It is all for today! Thank you! " The crowd clapped and cheered as Syaoran waved and headed back inside with Yelan and Eriol following him.

"Wasn't that a nice speech hmm..." Eriol teased.

"Well, I shall see you two tomorrow. I will not join your lunch and dinner because I will eat separately today. I must go back to my room and start packing things for tomorrow's trip. Eriol shall tell you everything." She gracefully turned on her heels and headed to her room.

"Eriol... what did she mean?" Syaoran started for his room to finish work early today, Eriol following him while smirking.

"Well, it is because tomorrow, all three of us are to go to the Kinomoto Kingdom and meet you soon-to-be-wife!" Syaoran stopped in his tracks and turned around to growl at him when Eriol interrupted him.

"You of course, have the right to decline. You are the king after all, but are you not curious to see her?"

"No I am not, and I am most definitely declining this trip."

"Alright, your choice. I am going to see her and of course my dear, dear Tomoyo. Your mother was indeed curious of the girls though. We were thinking about staying there for a week or two."

Syaoran only grunted in response as he turned back around and opened the door to his room. The two of them completed their work rather quickly and Eriol cheerfully walked to his room to pack.

It was only lunch time and he was free for the day. It was rare for such a gold opportunity to come by, and he rather not miss it. He told a servant to tell the chef to pack his lunch and give it to Seiji, the stable boy.

He changed his clothes into something much more simpler. He put on a sleek sleeveless black top that was tight, but comfortable. He grabbed a beige colored pants that was looser than the white one. He grabbed his sword and buckle and tied it so that the sword was hanging on his back and he could easily access it if he need it to. Finally, he pulled out his favorite emerald-green cape and tied it tightly around his neck, covering the sword. (AN - yes, this is very similar to his outfit from Tsubasa Chronicles for those who read/watched it.)

He hurried out to the stables, grabbing his lunch and thanking the stable boy. He quickly saddled his favorite and majestic black horse Kai and put the lunch carefully in the saddle bag. Then, he quickly got on and pulled the hood over his head. That caused him to tie the cape again so that the hood wouldn't fall off when he makes the horse go in a gallop.

At last, he finished and rode off into the city then to the woods. The sounds all merged together and disappeared, leaving only the rush of the wind go past his ears and his heart beating wildly in the thrill of freedom.

He rode until he saw a familiar clearing where he used to escape a lot more often when he was still a prince. He let the horse wander around, knowing that he'll come back. After setting the sword down, he laid down staring at the sky.

Only six more months... then ...marriage...

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