Unexpectedly Inevitable
By: bewitching melody

Disclaimer: All characters in this story belong to the wonderful people at CLAMP; I own nothing and lay claim on nothing.

CHAPTER 10: "Tango of Ranging Emotions"

Early morning as usual, Tomoyo heard Eriol playing the piano. The melody was sad yet soothing. He looked at her still with a smile. She thought, "How could he afford to smile at me after yesterday's events?"

They ate breakfast together silently, which made the landlady for this is too odd. They went together at school but still no conversation occurred between the two.

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During their LUNCHBREAK, Tomoyo was with Sakura and Meiling. They were worried of Tomoyo who was not herself today.

"Daijoubu Tomoyo-chan?" Sakura asked with a worried tone.

Tomoyo nodded then sighed deeply as if she was experiencing all the problems in the world.

"Choto! You were sighing all day and you're saying that you're fine?!" Meiling asked in a way that you could feel her being irritated.

"Alright Meiling, you got me. Actually I'm feeling that the world is cursing it's grounds on me." Tomoyo confessed.

"What do you mean Tomoyo-chan?" Sakura asked confusedly.

"Well yesterday, I know that you know Eriol and I am joining the 'Campus King and Queen Pageant'. Second, we had a misunderstanding yesterday and I happen to put him in shame. Third, I was asked to join the Math Trail, Sweets Cuisine Competition and the General Information Quizbee with him. Fourth, I have to make an Investigatory and Term Paper with him again as my partner. And lastly, after our LUNCH, we would all proceed to the GYM for our social dances practice for the ball and I really forgot about that." Tomoyo sighed again like it was her millionth time to do it just for that day.

"So what's wrong with that? It's not like you can't handle a pile of loads with that brain of yours. Besides, Eriol is also intelligent and he will be of your aid." Sakura boasted.

"Baka! I thought you told me that you saw their fight? You almost even punched his darn ass." Meiling protested at Sakura.

"Well yeah but I think you should problem that later because right now you need to find a dress and a pair of high-heeled sandals for our practice. I don't know why we need to wear those for just a practice but I'm sure that our gay instructor will really insult you infront of everybody if you hadn't brought his, I mean her requirements." Sakura reminded.

"If the dress and footwear are your problems then you don't have to worry because I have an extra and I can lend it to you ON ONE CONDITION." Meiling bribed.

At first, Tomoyo was happy and relieved and relieved that Meiling can lend her a dress and a pair of sandals but when she heard the "ONE CONDITION", she put a puzzled face and asked "And what is the condition?"

Meiling laughed, "Cheer up will you! That's my simple condition. I really don't like you when you're in an awful disposition."

Tomoyo smiled, "Thanks Meiling-chan and Sakura-chan. I owe one." They hugged one another and laughed while going to the changing room.

On their way to the GYM, they met 3 PEU gays who were laughing like crazy.

"I wonder how will the NERD entertain us again?" one gay said laud enough to let Tomoyo and her friends hear.

"I bet she doesn't know any social dances or better yet she doesn't know how to dance at all. Look at her attire. It's so eww.." another gay alleged.

"I hope Eriol-sama will be turned off once he learns that she is no good at all." The third gay added.

Meiling was in furry upon hearing the uttered words by the 3 gays. She closed her fist in bad mood of wanting to give a thing or two to the gays but Tomoyo held her fist and smiled at her. "Daijoubu, Watashiga heki desu. You don't need to make a scandal because of me." Her words and smile calmed Meiling who returned her smile with her own charming grin.

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When they entered the GYM, they saw the guys well dressed. Sakura giggled when she saw her cute boyfriend on that attire. Li was amazed of Sakura's beauty even if it's just for a practice while Meiling blushed when she noticed her crush, Mizuhara, Kyle staring at her.

"Ladies, you look beautiful today even if it's just for a practice." Eriol gave the compliment politely. He stared at Tomoyo and asked, "Why'd you have to hide yourself in that coat?"

Tomoyo didn't answer and pretended not to hear anything. She glanced at him for awhile and found herself melting in his gaze and smile.

Out of the blue, a music was played. He held out his hand to her and smiled "If you don't mind, may I have this dance?" Unless you don't know how to dance just like the rumors said."

Tomoyo laughed, "Forget about it. I don't really care about what they think. Like what you said before, you can't really please everybody so why worry and act not yourself?"

Eriol turned his back and said, "You maybe right about that….. Or maybe you're just scared that you can't keep up with me?" He challenged her.

Tomoyo raised an eyebrow and said, "You don't know who you're talking to Eriol my dear."

Eriol smiled after hearing Tomoyo who unconsciously called him ERIOL MY DEAR. He tilted his head to Tomoyo's and challenged her again, "Oh really? Then show it to me."

Tomoyo moved her face closer to his. "You're on!" she accepted the challenge in a manner that her voice was like venom.

Everyone looked at them, slowly revealing their hidden assets. Tomoyo took off her coat, her lasso and her glasses. She was wearing a scarlet dress forming her perfect curves and the pair of red sandals looked like blooming roses that were passed by a beautiful enchantress. Her hair was let down that looked like silk. Eriol, on the other hand, took off his tuxedo; loosen up his crimson necktie and unbuttoned the first two buttons of his polo that exposed his muscularity.

Eriol and Tomoyo stared at one another, until they reached the center. They didn't mind the people watching them because they were minding one another's movements.

Another music started and this time it was "El Tango de Roxanne." They circled the center before their bodies met. They stared deeply into one another's orbs. Tomoyo started her move then followed by Eriol. He held her near to his body. Tomoyo felt his touches and savored it. Their grip was very firm and their movements were snappy. The dance was full of emotions and very graceful which amazed the crowd especially the gay instructor who just arrived on time to witness the most splendid Tango that ever happened. They danced as if it was the last dance. Their orbs were full of passion and affection. Their movements blend well as if they had a practice before they performed it out of the blue. Their coordination and timing were perfect like those in sport dances.

On Eriol's thoughts:

"You are so amazing
When I look into your eyes
I feel nothing but cravings

You make me feel so ecstatic
Chills rush down my spine
My heart beats fast
I feel warmth throughout my body

All I hope for is just one kiss
Your sweet lips against mine
My arms around you

Holding you until the end of time."

While on Tomoyo's mind:

"Is it possible
That someone like you
Could complete me?

You're the only one I want
The only one I think about
The only one I truly love

You've treated me wrong sometimes
As I've done the same
But everyone makes mistakes
And you're still not one of mine

Be with me for the rest of time
I'll give you my heart
And you give me yours as well."

One PEU girl threw a banana near their dancing ground. She hoped that Tomoyo will slip and be in shame but to her dismay, when the awaited and wanted moment happened, Eriol caught her just in time that the music was over. Their faces were very close and they could feel one another's gasping breaths. Their faces were very close to one another and their position was very tempting to make a passionate kiss after a passionate dance. They woke up from reality when they noticed claps from the audience.

The gay instructor went near to them and gave a complement, "Bravo! Brava! I've never seen a Tango like that! Stupendous! Magnifico! Let's give them around of applause everyone."

The two blushed and bowed at the applauding crowd.

"Meiling! Syaoran! Tell me I'm not dreaming." Sakura said in amazement.

Li pinched her cheeks and Sakura cried in pain. He replied, "Sakura you're definitely not dreaming."

"I didn't know she was this pretty when she will remove her disguise. I didn't know that she can dance like that and her marvelous beauty was revealed today." Meiling exaggerated.

"It's Tomoyo-chan's debut today." Chiharu added

"No, it's also Hiiragizawa-san's debut." Yamazaki corrected.

"I've never seen Tomoyo-chan's smile for quite awhile but I think she is really happy and that goes to Hiiragizawa-kun too.." Rika stated.

"Subarashi! A maiden has bloomed today with the help of her beloved prince. I hope this will start a good relationship or better yet a happy ending." Naoko wished.

The whole PEU was speechless especially the three gays who stated loudly that Tomoyo can't dance. Sumire their leader, who saw the event with her own eyes gritted her teeth due to jealousy that even her the President of the Prince Eriol's Fansclub has not touched his hand nor have a good conversation with him but Tomoyo who happen to be a nerd has happen be closer to Eriol than her.

Anteros just jaw dropped and asked Cupid, "What did you just do?".

Cupid replied, "Nothing! It was her own choice."

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Author's Notes: So how'd you like it? Just mind the music not the lyrics of El Tango de Roxanne. Heheh… Thanks for reviewing… Love yah! Told you to await the 10th Chappie.. Heehhe… Please keep on reading and remember to review. Yey! Tomorrow's my b-day already! April 25 I love you! Xiexie! Ja ne! and remember to expect the unexpected from thee bewitching melody… Bwahaha… Wait for the 11th chapter because things are getting smooth. Bye..