Chapter 3: Revelations
What just happened? Syaoran asked her, amazed.
I healed you. She replied.
You…you have magic?
Sakura hesitated. ~Should I tell him? I really don't know; I have this strange feeling about him. He seems almost…familiar! His voice, everything about him, it seems as though we've already met somewhere…~
*Flashback*
The Dream
Sakura was flying, just soaring above the clouds with large, feathery wings that grew out of her shoulder blades. The world was quiet and peaceful; the dark purple sky glittered with diamond-like stars. It was all wonderful being able to stretch her wings out to there full 5 feet. All she heard was her own breathing and the sound of wind rushing by her at a penetrating speed.
Sakura…Sakura… a dark voice beckoned her. She flew faster, searching frantically for the voice that called out to her, she was frightened. It continued in its low, whispery, raspy voice.
Sakura… it started getting louder, and calling more urgently. Suddenly, a huge, black form appeared directly in front of her. She had no time to move, it just appeared to fast, and she was paralyzed with fear. As the form came into focus, Sakura screamed out as loud as she could ever scream. It was a huge, hairy beast with large jaws that dripped saliva. The enormous red, gleaming eyes grew even larger as it saw its welcomed prey. It opened it jaws wider as Sakura screamed again, shielding her eyes with her arms, hoping that she could block out the horrifying sight.
NOOOO!!!!
A handsome man seemed to fly out of the clouds, hurtling straight out from beneath the pair. As he drew his sword, the beast saw him and let out a cry of dismay. The sword gleamed in the moonlight as it was revealed from its gem sheath. The beast's attention was now turned toward this young man as he flew as fast as his wings would carry him, pointing his sword towards the beast. It screamed out as the sword pierced the tough hide and flesh. The man then hacked violently at the creature with his sword, which was now stained a dark maroon. When the monster was no more, the man wrinkled his nose and wiped his sword off on his tunic and turned to her. He had deep amber eyes that seemed to penetrate her very being, his dark chocolate hair was messy and was in uncombed spikes. He had a cocky smile that reflected his personality – charming and witty. Before he left, he said whispered
I'll always be there for you… Then he disappeared among the lavender clouds.
*End flashback*
~I'll trust him; I have to take the chance. ~ She thought firmly.
Well, yes I do have magic. I know it sounds neat, but there are lost of people who want to steal them. She said. Then she shot him a glare,
You'd better not tell, or I'll kill you right here, right now! Taken aback, Syaoran shook his head; this could only mean one thing.
You-You're a Cardcaptor! He said incredulously.
Yea, so? She asked impatiently.
There was only ONE Cardcaptor ever created. She would have the most powerful magic ever, while everyone may have magic, but not half as strong!
Suddenly, Syaoran recited:
The chosen one shall rule them all,
And own all the Cards, where they fall.
For she will be the leader, the Commander,
The one and only Cardcaptor!
Be wary for those filled with greed,
I'm warning you, take great heed.
Nothing, no one should stand in the way,
Of the Queen of the Cards, the Cardcaptor!
I have memorized that by heart! Syaoran whispered.
Can I trust you? Sakura asked holding out her hand.
You have my word. He said grasping it firmly.
~*~*~*~*~*
~I can't believe it! I am talking to the Cardcaptor! All those myths and legends are true! How they described her…
*Time seemed to freeze when these thoughts ran through his mind*
The Cardcaptor, pale and fair,
With long, silky auburn hair.
The necklace she wears, shaped like a star,
Turns into the staff, the best one by far.
That was all he had ever been taught.
The emerald eyes, wide and deep,
I want to have her soul to keep.
Slim and tall, she will be, the very wife of Syaoran Li!
~What? Where did that come from? Gosh, I think I am going crazy! I was never taught that part of it! It seems as though these disturbing thoughts are being triggered into my mind by being touched by her, maybe her powerful aura has made this come to my mind. I sure hope so…~
Oh beautiful soul, come to me,
For it is our, destiny…
I treasure you with all my heart,
And just hope one day, we'll never part.
I don't care if you are rich or poor,
I want you, forevermore…
~What's happening to me? Why am I having these thoughts? What's happening? ~
~*~*~*~*~*
Uh, Master, why did you put those thoughts in Syaoran's mind? A confused Keroberos asked Clow Reed as he peered though the clouds to watch Syaoran's facial expressions. Well, since we are all dead, we can't speak to him directly, or at least, not consciously. So I can only through rhymes and poems, though I must admit, it is quite amusing… Master, Yue said. Something is not right; I have been feeling this uneasy feeling inside me ever since Sakura left the castle. I don't feel that she is safe…
~*~*~*~*~*
*Time unfroze* ~She's a Cardcaptor, and I'm going to marry her. ~ Quickly shaking the thought away, he said to himself. ~Who am I kidding? There's no way I could marry her, who said so anyways? ~
*Time freeze*
Don't be foolish Syaoran Li,
For you cannot deny your destiny.
~Who are you? ~ Syaoran thought.
I created all the Cards,
I put together the broken shards.
Now you must protect the Cardcaptor,
You must guard her from what comes to her.
A single mistake could be fatal,
She is delicate like a rose petal.
Now be wise and stay by her side,
So you will protect her, forget your pride.
Defend her well, for time will tell,
If you had broken through evil's shell.
~Wow, that was Clow Reed himself…~ Syaoran thought dizzily.
*Time unfroze*
We need to get out of here… Syaoran said grabbing her hands and pulling her to her feet. I just have this feeling that we're being watched…
~*~*~*~*~*
As Akumaki matched the couple walk away, he silently cursed Syaoran's sharp senses through the bushes. I'll get you Sakura, I'll get your powers one day if it's the last thing I do…
Japanese Translations:
Akumaki – devil's soul
AN: I think that's it, an extremely long chapter!! I hope you like it! Please review!!
What just happened? Syaoran asked her, amazed.
I healed you. She replied.
You…you have magic?
Sakura hesitated. ~Should I tell him? I really don't know; I have this strange feeling about him. He seems almost…familiar! His voice, everything about him, it seems as though we've already met somewhere…~
*Flashback*
The Dream
Sakura was flying, just soaring above the clouds with large, feathery wings that grew out of her shoulder blades. The world was quiet and peaceful; the dark purple sky glittered with diamond-like stars. It was all wonderful being able to stretch her wings out to there full 5 feet. All she heard was her own breathing and the sound of wind rushing by her at a penetrating speed.
Sakura…Sakura… a dark voice beckoned her. She flew faster, searching frantically for the voice that called out to her, she was frightened. It continued in its low, whispery, raspy voice.
Sakura… it started getting louder, and calling more urgently. Suddenly, a huge, black form appeared directly in front of her. She had no time to move, it just appeared to fast, and she was paralyzed with fear. As the form came into focus, Sakura screamed out as loud as she could ever scream. It was a huge, hairy beast with large jaws that dripped saliva. The enormous red, gleaming eyes grew even larger as it saw its welcomed prey. It opened it jaws wider as Sakura screamed again, shielding her eyes with her arms, hoping that she could block out the horrifying sight.
NOOOO!!!!
A handsome man seemed to fly out of the clouds, hurtling straight out from beneath the pair. As he drew his sword, the beast saw him and let out a cry of dismay. The sword gleamed in the moonlight as it was revealed from its gem sheath. The beast's attention was now turned toward this young man as he flew as fast as his wings would carry him, pointing his sword towards the beast. It screamed out as the sword pierced the tough hide and flesh. The man then hacked violently at the creature with his sword, which was now stained a dark maroon. When the monster was no more, the man wrinkled his nose and wiped his sword off on his tunic and turned to her. He had deep amber eyes that seemed to penetrate her very being, his dark chocolate hair was messy and was in uncombed spikes. He had a cocky smile that reflected his personality – charming and witty. Before he left, he said whispered
I'll always be there for you… Then he disappeared among the lavender clouds.
*End flashback*
~I'll trust him; I have to take the chance. ~ She thought firmly.
Well, yes I do have magic. I know it sounds neat, but there are lost of people who want to steal them. She said. Then she shot him a glare,
You'd better not tell, or I'll kill you right here, right now! Taken aback, Syaoran shook his head; this could only mean one thing.
You-You're a Cardcaptor! He said incredulously.
Yea, so? She asked impatiently.
There was only ONE Cardcaptor ever created. She would have the most powerful magic ever, while everyone may have magic, but not half as strong!
Suddenly, Syaoran recited:
The chosen one shall rule them all,
And own all the Cards, where they fall.
For she will be the leader, the Commander,
The one and only Cardcaptor!
Be wary for those filled with greed,
I'm warning you, take great heed.
Nothing, no one should stand in the way,
Of the Queen of the Cards, the Cardcaptor!
I have memorized that by heart! Syaoran whispered.
Can I trust you? Sakura asked holding out her hand.
You have my word. He said grasping it firmly.
~*~*~*~*~*
~I can't believe it! I am talking to the Cardcaptor! All those myths and legends are true! How they described her…
*Time seemed to freeze when these thoughts ran through his mind*
The Cardcaptor, pale and fair,
With long, silky auburn hair.
The necklace she wears, shaped like a star,
Turns into the staff, the best one by far.
That was all he had ever been taught.
The emerald eyes, wide and deep,
I want to have her soul to keep.
Slim and tall, she will be, the very wife of Syaoran Li!
~What? Where did that come from? Gosh, I think I am going crazy! I was never taught that part of it! It seems as though these disturbing thoughts are being triggered into my mind by being touched by her, maybe her powerful aura has made this come to my mind. I sure hope so…~
Oh beautiful soul, come to me,
For it is our, destiny…
I treasure you with all my heart,
And just hope one day, we'll never part.
I don't care if you are rich or poor,
I want you, forevermore…
~What's happening to me? Why am I having these thoughts? What's happening? ~
~*~*~*~*~*
Uh, Master, why did you put those thoughts in Syaoran's mind? A confused Keroberos asked Clow Reed as he peered though the clouds to watch Syaoran's facial expressions. Well, since we are all dead, we can't speak to him directly, or at least, not consciously. So I can only through rhymes and poems, though I must admit, it is quite amusing… Master, Yue said. Something is not right; I have been feeling this uneasy feeling inside me ever since Sakura left the castle. I don't feel that she is safe…
~*~*~*~*~*
*Time unfroze* ~She's a Cardcaptor, and I'm going to marry her. ~ Quickly shaking the thought away, he said to himself. ~Who am I kidding? There's no way I could marry her, who said so anyways? ~
*Time freeze*
Don't be foolish Syaoran Li,
For you cannot deny your destiny.
~Who are you? ~ Syaoran thought.
I created all the Cards,
I put together the broken shards.
Now you must protect the Cardcaptor,
You must guard her from what comes to her.
A single mistake could be fatal,
She is delicate like a rose petal.
Now be wise and stay by her side,
So you will protect her, forget your pride.
Defend her well, for time will tell,
If you had broken through evil's shell.
~Wow, that was Clow Reed himself…~ Syaoran thought dizzily.
*Time unfroze*
We need to get out of here… Syaoran said grabbing her hands and pulling her to her feet. I just have this feeling that we're being watched…
~*~*~*~*~*
As Akumaki matched the couple walk away, he silently cursed Syaoran's sharp senses through the bushes. I'll get you Sakura, I'll get your powers one day if it's the last thing I do…
Japanese Translations:
Akumaki – devil's soul
AN: I think that's it, an extremely long chapter!! I hope you like it! Please review!!