Disclaimer: The only thing I do own is the idea for this story, which is not intended for profit.
Notes: Konnichiwa! ^.^ I usually don't split my fics into chapters, but decided to for this one for now. Though it may seem like it, I did not make up a new Clow Card or "bad guy" for this story. Fall Out of Darkness takes place around the beginning-middle of the third series when Eriol arrived. I'm trying my best to keep everyone in character, but it is hard since I have never actually watched the original anime, so please forgive any mistakes. It wasn't originally going to be S+S, but how could I resist? I will hopefully finish and put up the other parts soon, but I am busy with schoolwork, etc.
This chapter was becoming too long, so I decided to split it and put the other half as Chapter Three, which should be done very soon. Thank you to everyone who has reviewed! ^_^
Fall Out of Darkness - Chapter Two
Sakura quietly sat down on a swing; Syaoran followed and did the same. She pushed herself a bit, then stopped and sighed. He watched her closely, waiting for her to explain what was bothering her. "… Last night I had another dream."
"About the Clow Cards?"
"No… at least I don't think so. It was scary; everything was normal and fine when suddenly this big darkness made everyone disappear forever. It felt so real…"
"What do you mean?"
"It was like I was being shown something bad that is going to happen soon, just like my mother told me."
Syaoran looked at her confused, "Your mother?"
"Yes…" Sakura paused and looked up at him, knowing he would believe her. "Today during class Okaa-san visited me and gave me a warning."
His expression darkened slightly, "What did she warn you of?"
"I didn't fully understand her but it was something about her helping my fate… Oh Li-kun, what if my dream comes true and something horrible does happen?"
Syaoran paused, then put a comforting arm around her. His amber eyes glistened with determination; "I will protect you no matter what happens."
She wiped away the tears that had been threatening to fall and smiled at him. "You know earlier when I fainted, well I heard you call me by my first name."
Syaoran blushed furiously and looked away from her face. "Well I…"
"I don't mind at all, in fact it made me realise how close we've become. I was wondering if I could call you Syaoran."
He met her eyes, the redness of his face fading. "Yes you may… Sakura-chan."
Sakura smiled again no longer feeling afraid and gently rested her head on his shoulder. "Arigatou Syaoran-kun… for everything."
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"I thought you were going to let them be alone together."
"Well I was… but oh Kero-chan, aren't they so kawaii together. How could I resist getting this moment on tape?"
Kero sweatdropped as Tomoyo continued to fawn over them, not understanding why she liked to watch all that mush. Personally he wasn't very fond of the brat, and he especially didn't like picturing the two of them as a possible couple. Though he would never admit it out loud however, he knew that they did share a special bond and he had to give credit to Syaoran for helping and saving her. Despite that he still didn't trust him, and always came with Tomoyo to make sure Sakura was safe.
"What was that?" Syaoran narrowed his eyes and looked towards the direction of where Tomoyo and Kero were spying behind a near bush. Both ducked down quickly, trying not to make a sound.
Sakura moved her head from his shoulder, "What was what?"
He examined the area for another minute, "I could have sworn I heard familiar voices, but I guess it was just the wind." Syaoran had a feeling it had been something else, but turned away and ignored it.
They both sighed in relief. Tomoyo quickly got back up and zoomed in with her video camera. "So sweet!" She exclaimed forgetting to lower her voice. Kero laughed and shook his head.
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Eriol smiled as he watched Sakura and Syaoran. His cute relative continued to hold and comfort her as the two sat in companionable silence, watching the sunset. Eriol wished everything wasn't going to be turned upside down tonight, she was just beginning to realise her feelings for Syaoran. With an inaudible sigh, he closed his eyes, his aura brightening as he used his magic.
"Are you alright Eriol?"
He was slightly startled for a moment. Spinel Sun stood behind him, he had appeared without Eriol noticing. "What do you mean?"
Spinel looked at him somewhat worried. "Lately you've seemed distracted and troubled."
"It's nothing," Eriol lied, "I've just been thinking."
"Oh…" Spinel began to turn away, respecting Eriol's privacy and his unspoken wish to be alone. He stopped for a moment; "Nakuru and I are always here if you wish to talk about anything." With that he walked away as Eriol watched him leave.
He turned to back to Sakura and Syaoran, saddening at the sight of Tomoyo hiding in bushes close to them. She looked so pretty and lovely, her hair blowing in the wind. It was going to be hard for everyone, but he knew this was going to effect Tomoyo very deeply, perhaps the most. Eriol watched her, his heart aching. "I'm sorry Daidouji-san," he whispered softly, "I wish this didn't have to happen…"
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Touya pedalled hard, his eyes fierce and determined. "Hurry Yuki, they've been out of my sight for too long!"
Yukito tried hard to keep up, but lately he had been feeling very worn out. "I'm sorry To-ya, I'm trying, but I'm so tired."
Touya slowed down and looked at his friend feeling concern wash over him like it usually did when he saw him like this. Yukito was a bit pale, dark circles beginning to form under his eyes. He brought his bike to a stop, "Are you feeling okay?"
Yukito forced a smile, "Yes, I'll be fine, just go ahead without me, I'm right behind you."
Touya shook his head, "I'm not going to leave you like this, what if you pass out again and no one is around?"
"What about Sakura?"
He frowned, "I guess I won't follow her this time, but if that kid does anything to her, I swear I'll kill him."
"Come on To-ya, we can just go at a slower pace if you're worried about me fainting." He grinned teasingly; "I know how much your little-sister-complex will bother you if we don't go."
"Shut up," Touya growled, but he couldn't help but smile. "Alright, but if you need to stop, please tell me Yuki."
Yukito smiled back warmly, "I will."
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"It's starting to get dark, I should probably get home before Oto-san and Onii-chan start to worry about me."
Syaoran stood up understandingly; secretly wishing she didn't have to leave his arms. "I'll walk you home."
"Okay, I – " Sakura stopped in mid-sentence as a familiar spark flew through her mind and body. Syaoran stopped and tensed as well, their eyes meeting. "Clow-san's presence," she murmured, reading his thoughts.
He nodded, "I can feel that it is somewhere close."
Sakura stood up beside him, "Right, let's go." She pulled out her Clow Key and took off running towards the direction of the strong power.
"Sakura, wait!" Syaoran felt a knot of dread in his stomach as he ran after her. He had tried to ignore it earlier, but now it had come back stronger than ever. He began to run faster afraid to let her out of his sight; he needed to protect her. Syaoran could sense something terrible was going to happen very soon, Sakura was in danger.
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Kero's fur stood straight up. Tomoyo looked down at him in confusion, "What is it?"
His eyes narrowed, "A strong magical presence is near by."
Tomoyo quickly put her camera back to where ever the hell she pulled it out of. "Should we follow Sakura?" She looked back to where Sakura and Syaoran had been sitting, but they were now no where in sight. "…I guess that answers my question."
Kero began to glow as he quickly transformed into his true form. "Just follow me."
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Preview for Chapter Three:
Sakura's tone was firm, "I'm coming with you."
"You need to be safe."
"I will be safe with you Syaoran, I know you will protect me."
He stood there for a moment, then finally gave in. "Stay close."
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