Disclaimer: I don't own CCS. CLAMP does
Title: Ancient Hope
Summary:In the year 1070 B.C. the half a century rule of the Lian kingdom came to an end. Darkness has corrupted light. Hope has been lost along with its rulers - the Lis. Xun Zi, murderer of the last king now rules the lands and skies as King. There is no longer light, but now in the darkest hour, there has been a shift in time and light shines again. AU
Genre:Romance/Adventure/Humor
R&R
Chapter 4
The start of a journey..
Utada Village, Miyo's Inn
The inn had finally quiet down. Women had left going back to their homes to continue their normal house work routine and most men had returned back to their jobs while others stayed holding their jugs of beer and rejoiced about what life had brought them.
Kiki quietly hummed her own tune while she cleaned the tables. Rubbing off every substance, she neatly placed the chairs at top of each table and carried the dirty dishes to the counter. Looking around she smiled. This place and the people were her home. Taking her mop she mopped the floor and finally left the tables and floor clean. Returning to the dishes she took a quick glance at the hooded couple in the corner.
''Kiki I want more sake'' chortled Tio lifting his jug.
''Ugh..no more drinks for you Tio'' Kiki firmly said turning her full attention on him.
Far to the corner like Kiki had seen, two hooded figures sat quietly. To be exact a male and female.
Sakura sat quietly staring down at the table not knowing what to say or do. She couldn't even think. All she could hear were the words this guy had told her.
'''I'm afraid you can't go back home''
Those 7 words kept ringing in her head over and over. They made her feel fear in a whole different level.
What was she going to do now ? What about her home ? Her father, Touya, Rika, Naoko, Tenchi, her friends, and school. What about them her mind yelled feeling her eyes water as she curled her hand into a fist. Was she to start all over in this era, make new friends and a home. ? Smiling bitterly she bit her lip. What was the point. ? This place was going to be destroyed. She had dreamed it. Yet being destroyed in this place didn't scare her but the thought of never seeing her family or friends petrified her.
The young man in front of her only sat there watching her closely. Syaoran Li.
What was he going to do with this girl. Nothing but leave her was all his mind ordered him to do. It wasn't his fault she came here in the first place. He wasn't the one who asked her to come out and interfere with his fight. This was all her fault. Yet what bugged him was how she came to own the pendant. It was lost a long time ago and yet this girl had it. How did that come to be? Was it fate that brought her out of her house and into his grasp?. All he knew was that he needed to get that pendant.
''What am I going to do?'' she finally whispered bringing him out of his own thoughts.
With his arms folded he stared at the girl. She seemed to be at least 2 years younger than him at most. She had taken the news better than he had expected. But now that she had finally popped the question, what would her reaction be when he told her he neither could nor would do anything?
''Whatam I going to do?'' Sakura repeated looking up from the wooden table to meet his gaze.
''Nothing'' he merely said as she clenched onto her cloak tightly.
''Nothing?'' Sakura questioned, blinking back tears. He didn't care what happened to her. Why would he? To him, she was merely a stranger. He was going to leave her here alone even though she risked her life and helped him. Why did she even help him? What had possessed her body to risk its life for this heartless jerk? This was his entire fault for showing up in the first place and bringing that monster with him. Anger slowly boiled up while he continued talking.
''Be happy you're alive, if I wouldn't have been there that sorry excuse for a monster would have killed you'' Li said emotionlessly.
''Nothing'' she whispered again looking down. This couldn't end like this. It just couldn't.
''Just start over'' Li said as she banged her small fist on the wooded stable. That did it.
''Start over'' Sakura yelled getting some attention but ignored it and glared at the young man in front of her.
''You're expecting me to start over'' she cried, tears threatening to fall. He did nothing but stare at her without remorse.
''This isn't my home, I can't just start over'' Sakura said holding in her tears but failed horribly as they came down.
''There's nothing I can do'' he said.
''Like hell, you opened that portal so open it again. I helped you how can you just do nothing'' she yelled as he now banged his fist causing her to jump and meet his dark gaze.
''Watch your tongue'' he hissed turning around, making the unwanted attention leave them quickly.
''I didn't open that portal girl and you didn't help, you just interfered'' he said turning back to her. Sakura did nothing but stare at him.
''Then who did'' she whispered, ignoring the last part.
''You wouldn't understand'' he simply said closing his eyes.
''I can try'' she said wiping her tears.
''I don't have time for this'' he sighed.
''You can't just leave me here'' she said as he opened his eyes and stared at her annoyed.
''Tch...your nothing to me''
She knew she had to think of something fast. If this guy left, she was sure she was never going to go home again. She was left with two options. One stay here and start over. She would have to forget about her old life and start a new one. Second she would have to take her chances with this stranger and hope for the best. But hadn't she learned her lesson with the last stranger she encountered??
''Well it's about time I leave'' Li said getting up.
''Take me with you'' Sakura suddenly blurted out. Yeah that didn't take too long to choose.
''Nani'' Li said looking at her as if she had grown two heads.
''Take me with you'' Sakura said once more standing up.
''No'' Li replied coldly. Sakura growled, she wouldn't take no for an answer.
''Yes'' Sakura persisted as he glared at her and walked away.
''Oh no you don't'' Sakura said as she ran in front of him.
''Move''
''No, there's a chance for me to go back home. I can feel it. Even if you continue to say no and leave I'll find a way to follow you, if you think I'm weak or unworthy then I'll prove you wrong, you cant stop me'' Sakura said. Li looked into her emerald eyes and saw nothing but determination and not a sign of hesitation.
Rolling his eyes he pushed her aside.
''Wait'' Sakura said watching him walk away.
''Why should I''
''Because I'm sure you're not going to leave... at least not without this'' Sakura replied making him stop as she stared down at her necklace.
''I can easily kill you right now''
"I'd like to see you try, I have to find a way back home'' she said as she looking up see him watching her from the side of his shoulder. It was as if their eyes were battling for the outcome.
''I leave at sunrise, not a minute late'' Li said walking out and making Sakura sigh in relief.
''Arigato'' Sakura smiled.
''Quite a fellow you have there'' came a voice from behind making Sakura turn to meet Kiki smiling only a few steps away from her holding a tray and a couple of dishes.
''We're not an item'' Sakura replied uneasily seeing the sparkle of mischievous in her blue eyes.
Kiki couldn't help but laugh as she saw the panicked look that striked Sakura's face.
''I'm just kidding'' Kiki winked noticing the young girl visibly relax.
''So you're travelling with him'' she asked as Sakura forced a smiled.
''You could say that'' she muttered.
Frowning Kiki noticed the girl was uneasy once again, placing the tray down she walked up to her. Grabbing Sakuras shoulder and her attention; Kiki smiled. The girl was going through some trouble she could see it in her eyes.
''Don't worry I'm sure everything will be fine'' Kiki said warmly as Sakura's eyes softened. Some how her words meant alot more than she could ever imagine.
''Hai'' Sakura smiled. She felt she could trust Kiki her first friend here...
''Now what are you doing tonight'' Kiki asked turning and taking the tray.
''Hoe''
''Are you busy?'' Kiki asked holding the tray with one hand and holding her hip with the other.
''Oh... no'' Sakura replied as Kiki smiled.
''Good we're going to have fun tonight'' Kiki winked.
''Hoeee''
''You'll see'' she giggled.
Later
The sun had slowly set marking yet again the end of other busy day. Men returned to their families where everyone shared stories of how work was or how they finally completed a recipe or how unfair school was while others came home to an empty house or no house at all. Some just tiredly slept awaiting another day to come. The village was at peace and quiet.
But in Miyo's Inn it was everything but quiet.
Once again the inn was busy as usual.
Music and laughter filled the air. Music was played to its top volume as women danced to the music beats and gossiped about their day while the men played their music instruments and card games or gambled on who could finish their jugs first.
Some where in the crowd a certain auburn haired girl made her way to the counter.
''This place sure gets busy'' Sakura laughed reaching the counter and placing a tray of empty jugs making Kiki laugh. Sakura no longer wore her dirty pjs. Her skin was now clean and her hair was let down. Kiki had given her new cloths that matched her cloak and water for her to bathe. She had a beautiful well made white blouse. It had pink piece that came around her shoulder connecting to a round blue bead around her chest; with a 2 inch white and pink arm sleeves with yellow thread that outlined the upper piece, the rest of the shirt was white and hugged her stomach perfectly only showing a bit of her belly button. Her pants were also white with a pink belt outlined in yellow holding them up; they were a little fluffy but still showed her figure fine. And to match the outfit she wore white round sandals.
(A/N:In case anyone is confused with Sakuras outfit; I was trying to describe it as the white outfit she uses in Tsubasa series)
''It's always like this after the day ends, so I never have to worry about losing the inn'' Kiki winked filling the jugs once again.
''I bet you don't, look at this place it's filled with so much life'' Sakura laughed watching two men drinking down their beers.
''Yeah this place is my home. I just wish there were more places like this'' Kiki said as she watched her eyes saddened.
''Kiki'' Sakura called worriedly as Kiki smiled at her.
''Don't worry I'm fine doll face'' Kiki said trying to act normal but the sadness in her eyes told Sakura something else.
''But-''
''Here go bring these to table 3'' Kiki said handing her the tray. Taking it slowly Sakura walked away wondering what Kiki meant.
''I wish she would have chosen a better time to come around'' Kiki muttered as she dried a plate and placed it down only to have it fall and shatter across the floor.
Getting some attention Kiki smiled and waved them off as she sighed and picked up the pieces.
''It's an omen'' muttered a drunk old man as he drank the last of his sake before knocking out on the counter.
''Of what'' Kiki whispered as she stood up and looked towards Sakura's direction while she laughed.
''Noooo keep your tip its fine'' Sakura laughed as Tio drank a gulp of his jug and waved his wobbly finger at her. His round cheeks were rosy and flushed as he opened his eyes showing off his grey blue pools and scratched his gray beard, the funny thing was that he was bald yet still had a gray beard. He was drunk yet again.
''Beautiful girls like you and Kiki need all the help and protection you can get'' he laughed as she giggled along with him. Sakura had learned that Tio was the sweetest old man she had ever met. Sure he had drinking problems but he wouldn't hurt a fly. She felt guilty thinking he would hurt Kiki earlier this day, now she knew he would never hurt a woman. He believed all women should be treasured and protected.
''You see back in my day we would never let our women be alone, that's why I'm here everyday to protect Kiki from bad men, once when I was young...'' Tio continued as Sakura smiled warmly and listened to his story. This was truly a beautiful place. How could anyone want to destroy a place like this?
Suddenly Sakura felt everything freeze around her as her eyes widened. She felt the sudden vibration in the air. Something evil was coming...
The forbidden Forest, Iris River
A small camping ground was set up nicely as the river ran down softly. The cracks of fire smoked the air and cooked the raw fish that was tied around a wooden stick. Lying on the grass was a dark green cloak and a couple of small blades.
Standing only a few feet away was a young man in a low stance holding his sword tightly.
Sweat dripped from his chestnut hair as his amber eyes were furrowed together completely focused on his task. Bringing down his sword he made three quick swifts and only received the sharp air action he got as he brought his sword down numerous times.
Breathing in heavily he returned back to a normal stance and whipped off the sweat from his face and dirt from his black shirt. He wore a sleeve less black shirt with matching black gloves and a black belt that was wrapped around his gray pants. To match everything else he wore black shoes.
Taking in a deep breath he turned around and walked to the river to wash his face and sat next to the fire with his sword right next to him. ''A true warrior is never without his weapon, he is always prepared for the something or the nothing''. A wise man once told him that.
Grabbing his now cooked dinner he began to eat silently with only his thoughts to entertain him.
Why had he agreed to bring that girl with him. He should have never agreed to it. She was sure to bring him more problems, and with the problems in life he had right now, he didn't need any more. Sighing he threw the remainder of the fish in the fire and sat there.
Something about her. She knew he could easily kill her without wasting his breath and yet she still had enough courage to want to travel with him. She didn't fear death well at least the thought of it. She was determined to find her way home even if it meant risking her life and that was something no one could take away from her.
Maybe that's why he agreed. But then again he had to get the pendant some how right. Even if it meant deceiving her for a while and finding the perfect time to strike and take what he wanted. Glaring at the fire he brought his sword closer. He would get the pendant; no matter what he had to do he would get it.
A gust of wind surprisingly came smothering the flames and leaving him in the night. Feeling the familiar dark aura's he stood and turned towards the village direction.
''Shit''
Utada Village, Miyos Inn
Sakura felt the uneasy feeling get stronger and stronger as she made her way to the counter quickly.
''Kiki'' Sakura called.
''Sakura what's the matter'' Kiki asked seeing the fear in Sakura's face while she went around the counter and finally reaching Sakura.
''Something's wrong'' Sakura said taking glances around the inn. ''Did anyone do anything to you'' Kiki asked frowning as she also took quick glances.
''No''
''Did you hear anything'' Kiki asked staring at the frightened girl.
''No''
''Then how do you know'' Kiki asked confused as Sakura stopped looking around and stared at Kiki.
''I can feel it''
''You can feel it'' Kiki asked trying to understand what she was saying.
''I'm not lying'' Sakura whispered.
''Oh Sakura, everything is fine, do you need some rest'' Kiki laughed.
''No, something is really wrong I can feel it.'' Sakura replied as Kiki grinned.
''Maybe Tio is finally right, I shouldn't work you too hard'' Kiki winked scratching her blonde curls.
''Kiki, listen to me'' Sakura snapped grasping her shoulders.
''Something is wrong we have to leave'' she said firmly making Kiki frown.
''Sakura what-'' Kiki began to say only to get interrupted as a man came smashing through the window. Women screamed in shock and everyone froze stopping the music as the man landed on the floor taking a couple of rolls before stopping completely.
''They're here'' Sakura whispered.
Kiki looked at Sakura shocked but quickly recovered and ran to the man who was bleeding in the middle of the floor.
''Who did this to you'' Kiki asked lifting the man's head as he flinched in pain.
''Them...run'' he whispered before falling unconscious.
Growls and screams erupted and everyone could only stare out of the broken window as creatures from the Forbidden Forest terrorized the village. Women and children ran as fires erupted and explosions sent debris flying everywhere. Men bravely fought back giving their families time to run.
''Oh my god they're going to kills us'' a woman yelled creating a riot as the inn lost control of all sense and everyone began to yell and push trying to make their way to the door.
''Everyone calm down'' Kiki yelled trying to calm them while still holding the man.
''Kiki'' Sakura yelled while being pushed towards the exit door and trying to make her way back.
''Sakura'' Kiki yelled.
Suddenly a huge explosion sent everyone crashing down on the floor or the walls. Smoke surrounded the exist as roof pieces fell slightly. People were unconscious while others crawled back and huddled themselves against the walls.
Everything went quiet. Only the sounds of ash were heard as a low growl was omitted. Women buried their heads in their husband's chest as others only stared wide eyed at the three dark shadows that were reflected in the smoke.
The first one that came out seemed to be the leader of the three. It was around 7 feet tall and skinny. His skin was a dark brown with long broom like white hair and pointy ears. He had normal eyes but his pupils were black and larger than usual. His mouth was rather large and bitterly smiled showing yellow teeth that were sharp and rotting. He wore ripped pieces of black clothing covering his upper body and button section. He had long sharp nails that gripped onto his wooden spear.
The other two were his minions. Both of them three times the size of their leader. Their skin was a dark green almost fish like skin. They looked almost in a trance standing there with their dull white eyes and slumped shoulders. Brown cloths covered their bodies as they stood next to their leader holding 4 feet axes.
Taking in a deep breath he smiled licking his lips, making everyone quiver. She was here.
His eyes darted around the inn stopping on a beautiful young woman with golden curls. His eyes feasted on her small figure as she dug her nails into the man she was holding tightly.
In the corner of the room Sakura opened her eyes. Sitting up slowly she pushed a piece of wood off of her. Everything was a blur as she softly touched her forehead and found a small cut. She had taken a long back fall and crashed against some tables. Looking around her she noticed that mostly everyone was trying to squirm their way far to the corners while keeping their sights on one thing.
Following their gaze immediately her eyes widened as she saw two figures that were in the middle of the room.
Kiki
The leader lifted his finger and pointed at her as her eyes widened and she wrestled herself to a standing position. Leaving the man laying there she reluctantly walked towards the creature making everyone gasp at her actions.
Sakura covered her mouth not wanting to know what he would do to her. She had to do something.
Finally meeting him the creature smirked and took in her scent.
"Þat þykkir mér vel fólgit."(Her scent is all over you) he shrilled making her cringe as he grabbed her hair and forced her to look into his eyes.
''Let her go'' Tio suddenly yelled standing up and jolting towards them lifting his piece of wood ready to attack, only to have one of the minions grab his neck viciously and hold him midair.
''Any one else'' Kiki whispered as she turned and stared around.
''Kiki'' Tio gasped holding onto the creatures arms to support himself.
Kiki''s eyes were dull. Her eyes were no longer filled with life but blank as if she was in a trance.
''My name is Tacpac'' she spoke ignoring Tio as she and the leader Tacpac walked closer to the people.
''What do you want here'' Tio grunted as the Tacpac turned to him with a malignant grin and turned to Kiki.
''An aura calls to the forest, so cunning it can't be ignored'' Kiki whispered as she stood facing everyone.
Sakura began to shake. Part of her knew where this was going. Part of her wished she was thinking wrong. That they weren't here for her. But part of her cried in denial knowing they were here for her.
''A girl to be precise'' she murmured finally meeting Sakura's gaze.
Tacpac smirked. He's found what he had come for.
''You'' Kiki pointing Sakura out as everyone gave her side-glances. Many pitied her for her situation while others prayed they would take her and leave the village.
''Stand''
Tio slowly turned towards her seeing her small figure shaking. Her head was low covering her eyes as she held onto her legs. Narrowing his eyes his grip tightened on the minion's arm.
''Sakura''
Sakura felt her world swirl. Was this possibly all a dream.? Was she slowly losing her mind.?
''Sakura''
Why was this happening to her.? She could feel all the negative feelings darting towards her.
''Sakura'' Kiki snapped.
''Get up''
''Shut up you demon from hell'' Tio snapped getting everyone's attention. Sakura's eyes widened as she looked up and stared at the older man.
''What did you say'' Kiki sniggered as Tacpac narrowed his eyes.
''You aren't taking the girl, ill die before you do'' He whispered. ''I'll never forgive you for controlling Kiki's body, but if you think I'm going to let you get away get away with this crime you are mistaken.''
Tacpac bursted out laughing.
''There's nothing you can do old man''
"Oh, really?" Tio yelled as a sai sword slid down from his sleeve and stabbed the minion's neck releasing him quick.
Landing gracefully he lurched himself towards Tacpac; aiming for his throat.
Sakura saw the creatures movement and yelled knowing it was to late. ''Nooooo'' a wide jet stream of blood filled the air. Tio fill fell in almost slow motion to the ground and landed with a thump.
Tacpac's laugh echoed around the room as his nail length shortened back down. Kiki slowly blinked regaining her senses as she looked around. Instantly she saw Tio only a few feet away from.
''Tio'' she let out a scream running to the old man.
"Hvaðan af hefir hafizt sú íþrótt, er þér kallið skáldskap''(So the girl regained consciousness eh, no matter I don't need her no more) Tacpac chuckled looking at Sakura.
Sakura choked out a sob watching Kiki cry, trying to stop the blood that poured out of Tio's wound. Everyone had watched and silently cried.
''T-io'' Sakura chocked out feeling her tears fall.
''at vér köllum þat mál eða'' (stupid old man should have stayed still) Tacpac continued to laugh causing Sakura to clench her fist. It was like she understood what he had said but she hadn't. This was unforgivable. His laugh was the only thing she heard.
''You monster'' Sakura yelled taking a piece of wood and running towards him but before she could get to him she crashed against something hard and fell to the ground.
Looking up she saw the same familiar green cloak.
''Idiot'' Li whispered grasping his sword. ''Don't let emotions get the better of you in these situations''.
''Li'' Sakura sobbed trying to stop crying.
''Shut up'' he replied looking at the fallen old man and back at Tacpac.
''Tch''
''týnast þat griðamark ok sköpuðu Li Syaoran''(Why if it isn't the fearsome Li Syaoran) Tacpac narrowed his eyes wiggling his fingers as his minions stepped in front of him for protection.
''lögðu meðr friðstefnu''(Puppeteer huh, pathetic) Li grinned getting in a stance.
''heim at kenna mönnum!''(I'll have the chance to kill you and take the girl now!) Tacpac chuckled.
''spýttu í hráka sínum''(Don't get too cocky now) Li smirked making Tacpac let out a growl motioning his minions to rush towards him.
The first one swung a long heavy stroke that Li easily dodged. A puppetry rarely fought in an actual fight. He would use his minions to do all his dirty work, usually controlled by string or magic. A minion was hard to kill; fire or light elements could do the trick or getting rid of the master/controller.
Catching the axe like nothing, Li simple threw him aside making another hole in the inn.
Tacpac quickly motioned his other minion only to have Li appear in front of him. Looking down shocked he hurried his minion to attack only to have Li smirk and flash-step back in front of Sakura.
Tacpac's eyes widened as he saw his minion attack towards his direction, motioning him to quickly stop he was too late causing Sakura to close her eyes only to hear the distasteful noise of skin being torn and blood gush to the floor followed by his fall.
''A good technique but a stupid user.''
''Sakura'' Kiki cried as she ran to Kiki who was adding more pressure to his wound. ''It won't stop'' she cried.
Tio's face had already paled from the blood loose.
''Li'' she whispered as he walked towards her.
''Help him please'' Sakura cried. Li studied her face and said nothing as he leaned down pushing their hands away. Shutting his eyes he touched the wound and a green aura a raised and slowly closed the wound. That was how Sakura figured he was the one who treated her leg wound.
Everyone stared at the young man in awe. Kiki covered her mouth trying to prevent herself from crying as she watched Tio's face color return.
''He's a brave man'' Li whispered removing his hand and putting his hood on. ''He should be fine in a day or two.''
''Thank you so much'' Kiki yelled hugging Tio tightly.
''Arigato'' Sakura whispered sitting down relieved as she watched Kiki cry. Happy tears.
Ignoring her he stood up.
''We're leaving now'' he said walking towards the exit.
''But what about them, they're in danger'' Sakura quickly said standing up.
Li looked around and saw everyone tremble as he gazed at them. They were all the same. They all had the same look in their eyes.
''They will continue being in danger if you stay here. They came for you because your aura calls them.''
''Oh'' she answered not understanding what he was telling her, but feeling that if she left she would be doing them a favor.
Turning to Kiki she forced a smile.
''I guess this is-'' she said wanting to say goodbye but Kiki stopped her.
''Not goodbye but a see you later'' she answered smiling making Sakura smile for real and hug her tightly.
''Take care of Tio'' she whispered making Kiki grin.
''Take care of yourself, there's something special about you, I know it. You will help us in many ways. I can feel it'' Kiki whispered in her ear as Sakura backed away not knowing what to say.
''Hai'' she nodded still confused.
''What about the other monsters'' a man blurted out as Kiki glared at him.
''Leave them to this idiot'' Li smirked.
''eh what-''
''Lets go'' Li said grabbing Sakura's hand and running out as she continued looking back until she couldn't see Kiki's face anymore.
Houses were on fire as men worked together to shut them off. People lay on the ground injured as the women worked on the wounds quickly.
Oddly to Sakura no monsters were on sight. But suddenly she looked at Li's back she smiled. He was the reason there weren't any around.
''Thank you for coming back and helping them'' she whispered as he grunted.
''Whatever''
''Shouldn't we help with the fires?'' she asked as they ran faster.
''Let them continue working as a village''
''Hai'' she answered amazed at how good they were working. Maybe this would help them out a bit. Give them a caution of the danger around them. Her thoughts drifted back to Kiki's words.
''Take care of yourself, there's something special about you, I know it. You will help us in many ways. I can feel it''
''What did she mean'' she asked herself as she followed Li and noticed they were running towards the forest.
''I have a feeling you like going to where the danger is at don't you'' Sakura gulped as she tightened her hand on his hoping he wouldn't notice. Feeling her action he let go of her hand as they both ran in feeling the change in aura.
Dodging trees and branches she followed. Good thing she was in shape or she doubted he would wait for her.
Keeping her eyes on his back she continued to run almost like if they were running up a hill. Suddenly growls erupted from all directions.
''Li'' Sakura called out but he only kept running as the sounds got closer. She remembered he had told her something attracted these monsters towards her.
''Li'' she yelled impatiently.
''Li they're here'' she yelled as he suddenly disappeared making her stop in shock.
''You can't be serious'' she whispered hearing the growls circle her.
Looking around her frantically she took small steps back cursing Li in her mind. Bumping into something solid her eyes widened fearing what it could be. Using her fingers tips she traced the texture. Wood.
Leaning back on the tree she quickly tried to think of a plan. Not noticing the shadows getting closer five creatures jumped out towards her. Letting out a shriek she closed her eyes and awaited her death but opened them to find Li slicing them midair as he landed in front of her putting his sword in his cloak.
''You used me as bait'' she bit out glaring at him.
''Yeah so''
''BAKA''
''Whatever''
Taking her shoulders he made her squeak in surprise.
''What-''
''Shut up'' he snapped. Closing his eyes he concentrated and let out a little of his aura. She stared in awe as she saw green light make its way around her body and finally noticed the bright pink light that came out of her body. Slowly his light started balancing her aura until it became lighter and lighter reaching the size of a thread.
''There'' he said letting her go as he turned around and started walking.
''There? What was that all about?'' Sakura asked still amazed by his small action.
''Shut up'' he groaned as she trailed after him.
'' You're one of those types of quiet-full of himself-keeping secrets to himself-full of surprise guys aren't you?'' she asked putting on her hood.
''Think what you want''
''But using me as bait, now that is just plain mean''
''Whatever''
''Why do I have a feeling I should have stayed back there?''
''What?''
''Nothing'' she answered nervously as they continued walking deeper into the forest and away from the village. But Sakura couldn't help but smile, she had a feeling she would be seeing Kiki and her friends again one day.
Now their journey began.
A/N: Hey everybody. Long time no see 'nervously giggling'. Well where to begin, firstly I'm so so so sorry for the long delay. A lot of things came up like school and of course my journey to find the perfect beta (which I did 'squeals'). 'Cough' back to the explanation, school has been a pain. I'm currently almost failing math. Eh don't get me started but it will go up, it's the only class im doing poorly in. I almost did decide to just discontinue the story :/, but I changed my mind last minute. There's no way I am going to stop. My mom has also been pressuring me to look at colleges and universities already . . omg im getting old. Well either ways with the story it will be completed no matter what. Now that I found my beta things should be running smoothly; hopefully. I have the story outline set up; all I need it to start typing and letting it all out. Well hopefully I can update soon. (yikes!)Finals are next week, wish me luck. Maybe ill get a chapter in next week MAYBE. Well til next time; and sorry once again.
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