KARI'S SONG
Robster80: Part two of my Digimon/Cardcaptor Sakura series.
Veemon: Sakura and TK?! Nah, that's not possible!
Kari: You got that right!
Robster80: Chill out, you two! It's just a story idea. Now go get ready, Kari! You'll be on in a few seconds. (Faces Audience) I do not own anything related to Digimon or CCS. Now, on with the story...
"What did you say, Tai?"
Tai smiled at his little sister. "I said make TK jealous. It's simple enough. When he sees you flirting with another guy, he'll get so jealous hat he'll fight for you, then take you right into his arms and kiss you.
Kari frowned at him. "You've been watching too many 'Three Stooges' movies, Tai! Besides, TK was already jealous when I was hanging around Davis instead of him. That's kinda how I got in this mess."
"Still, it's worth a try..."
Kari stood up. "No, I'd better not. I'll fight for him in my own way. Thanks anyway, Tai." She got up and went to the kitchen to use the phone. Before she could pick it up, it rang. She answered, "Hello, Kamiya residence. Kari speaking."
"Kari, it's TK."
Kari's eyes lit up. "TK! What timing, I was just about to call you. What's up?"
"Well, I noticed that you left pretty quick after school today. Are you okay?"
No, I'm scared that the guy I love is seeing someone else all because of me. "Of course, I'm okay. I just had something to take care of at home, so I had to get here quickly."
"I see. You had me worried there for a second. Kari, I need your help with something. You see, Sakura wants to go sightseeing after school tomorrow and I thought that you, me, and the gang could show her around town and stuff."
Kari was both upset and happy at the same time. She would get to spend time with TK finally, but she would also have to put up with the others and especially Sakura. "Of course I'll help, TK! I miss hanging with you, so we can finally catch up with each other this way."
"Exactly what I was thinking. Well, I have to go now. Sakura's father has invited my mom and I over for dinner, and I have to get my chores done."
Drat! He's having dinner with her. At least it'll be under their parent's watch. "Okay then. Where should we meet after school and what time?"
"We'll meet at your place at 3:30."
"Kari, who's that on the phone?" her mother asked.
"Hold it, a sec, TK!" She put her hand over the receiver and said, "It's TK, mom."
"TK? We haven't seen him in a while. Why don't you ask him over for dinner Thursday?"
Kari's face lit up brighter than before. She spoke back to the phone, "TK, my mom wants to know if you'd like to have dinner over here Thursday."
"I'll think about it. I have to go now, Kari. See you in class!" He hung up before she could say goodbye.
Kari slowly put the phone back on its hook. Please say that you will, TK!
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"You still have strong feelings for her, don't you?"
TK whirled around to see Sakura standing in his bedroom doorway. He realized he must have zoned out while looking at a photo of himself and Kari from a year ago. His eyes never looked away from it until Sakura's voice had reached his ears.
Sakura made her way into the room. "Please tell me, Takeru. Even though we're more than friends, I love you only as a brother."
TK sighed. "Yeah, I still care about her very much. But she'd rather hang around Davis than with me."
Sakura sat on his bed and shook her head slightly. "I don't think so. I've seen the way she looks at me when we're together, and she was very jealous. Why do you think she prefers this Davis over you?"
"Because, he's there for her more than I am. I get stuck with basketball practices and games, chores, mobs of cheerleaders, and mom won't let anybody over her when she's not around. She makes no exceptions. Still..."
"Still?"
"She did invite me over for dinner at her place on Thursday. Of course, it was her mom's idea, but... I could tell there was a sense of hope in her voice when she asked."
Sakura smiled at this. "Then there is still hope for you to be with her. I say you should go on Thursday. That reminds me, will she come with us and the gang tomorrow?"
TK put the picture back on his desk. "She said she would help. We're to meet at her apartment by 3:30 tomorrow."
"Then I'll make sure you two are together tomorrow. Just leave Davis to me. Oh, I almost forgot! My father has dinner ready, and I was sent to fetch you and your mother."
They got up and hugged each other. "Thanks, little sister," TK said.
"Anything for you, little brother."
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School went fast the next day, and soon it was the end of classes. TK and the others had little homework, so they did it all quickly during study hall. Kari was a little happy since TK and Sakura didn't seem as close as they were the day before, but she still was unsure about them.
Once school ended, Kari dashed back to her apartment to get ready. She had called Sora the night before and got a few beauty tips to help her. She pulled out some of her money that she was saving for a special gift for TK just in case. Then there was a knock on the door.
Kari straightened her hair quickly before she opened the door, expecting TK or one of the others. What she didn't expect was to see Willis standing outside her apartment. "Willis?!" Oh no! What's he doing here?
The blond boy smiled. "Hi, Kari! I heard that you and some friends were going sightseeing today, and I thought I'd tag along."
Oh great! Kari thought. This guy's worse than Davis; twice as stubborn, and twice as annoying! "Actually, you'll have to ask the others-."
But Willis didn't let her finish. "Hmm, I see you got all dressed up for the occasion. Expecting me, or is it for Davis?"
"WILLIS?!"
Kari and Willis looked to see Davis, Sakura, TK, Yolei, Ken, and Cody walk up to them. Willis flashed a phony smile and said, "Hey, guys! Kari just invited me to tag along with her on the trip you guys are taking." He wrapped his arm around her as he finished.
Davis looked at Kari, whose eyes told him that she had not asked Willis to come. He didn't believe the lie, and neither did Sakura and Yolei. TK, however, bought it. First Davis, and now this guy? Guess I was wrong about her after all...
Davis, as did the others except TK, frowned. This guy's gonna ruin everything!
"So," Willis said. "Where are we headed first?"
Yolei was about speak, but TK said, "Follow me, guys," and walked on. His voice revealed his sadness, although he didn't know it. Sakura was the first to follow him, her eyes focusing on his back with sympathy. I may have to get nasty with this Willis. If everything Yolei told me about him is true, then he's gonna be in for trouble!
The group walked around, showing Sakura the main sights of Obadiba. Willis never let go of Kari, which made her and Davis very angry, and TK more and more depressed. Finally, Sakura saw a sign advertising a youth center karaoke. Thinking quickly, she said, "Let's stop here. I need to go to the bathroom, plus this looks like fun."
Willis fell for the ploy and said, "Why not? I need to make a pit stop anyway." Once they were inside, Willis reluctantly let go of Kari and went to the boys room. Sakura grabbed Kari once he was gone, and led her away to one of the booths. "Here's your chance," she said once they got there. "Sing to Takeru about your feelings for him."
Kari was shocked. "You're helping me?"
"I do care about him, but I see him only as a brother and he sees me as his sister. With blockhead gone, now's your chance!"
Kari nodded, and went up to register. She picked out a song and got on stage while Sakura went back to the others. Willis hadn't gotten back yet by the time Kari was on stage. She spoke into the microphone, "Before I begin, I'd like to dedicate this song to someone very special in my life. Takeru Takaishi, this song's for you."
TK hung his mouth open at her as the music began to play and the crowd hushed. Sakura winked at him as Kari began to sing.
"Even though it's been so long
My love for you keeps going strong
I remember the things that we used to do
A kiss in the rain till the sun shined through
I tried to deny it but I'm still in love with you
I miss you like crazy
I miss you like crazy
Ever since you went away
Every hour of every day
I miss you like crazy
I miss you like crazy
No matter what I say or do
There's just no getting over you"
Sakura then whispered into TK's ear. "Why don't you sing her a song when she's done, and tell her how you feel that way?"
"I can see the love shining in your eyes
And there comes a such a sweet surprise
If seeing's believing it's worth the wait
So hold and tell me it's not too late
We're so good together, we starting forever now
And I miss you like crazy
I miss you like crazy
Ever since you went away
Every hour of every day
I miss you like crazy
I miss you baby
A Love like ours will never end
Just touch me and we're there again"
Suddenly, TK felt a hand on his shoulder and looked to see Matt with Mimi behind him. "So," he said. "You gonna do the same for Kari, or do I have to drag you up there myself? I know the guy who's running the karaoke, and I have a song I think you and I can do for her."
Mimi then said, "I think it's sweet she's doing that for you, TK. You should do something just as special for her."
TK returned his gaze to Kari as she continued to sing.
"Just one night
And we'll have that magic feeling like we used to do
Hold on tight and whatever comes our way we gonna make it through
If seeing's believing it's worth the wait
So hold and tell me it's not too late
We're so good together, we starting forever now
And I miss you like crazy
I miss you like crazy
Ever since you went away
Every hour of every day
And I miss you, I missed you
All the chances that you gave me
And a feeling gets this strong
And then the real thing come along
And I miss you"
TK then faced his brother. "Okay, but only if you sing with me like you said. No double-crossing me unless you want Jun to find out your e-mail address. By the way, you remember Sakura, right?"
Matt then noticed Sakura. "Sakura! It's good to see you, again."
Sakura shook Matt's hand. "Likewise, Matt. Who's your date?"
"I miss you like crazy baby
Under your sweet love and take me
I miss you like crazy
A love like ours will never end
Just touch me and we're there again
I miss you like crazy
I miss you like crazy
No matter what I say or do
There's just no getting over you"
Kari bowed to everyone at the end of the song and replaced the mike before she got off stage. She had almost reached TK when Willis popped up and took her back in his arms. "Great song, Kari! Was that for me?" Apparently, he missed her dedication to TK.
However, TK was burning with old love and new confidence after hearing Kari's song for him. He grabbed Matt by the hand and said, "Let's go!"
To Be Concluded...
Sakura: Willis would make a fine octopus the way he grabs Kari like that.
Veemon: If he wasn't being a ham.
Kari: (Faces Robster80) Okay, wiseguy, how're you gonna fix this mess?
Robster80: Don't worry your pretty, little head! I'll find a way. By the way, folks, that song was Natalie Cole's "Miss You Like Crazy," which I do not own! Expect the brotherly duet in the final part and Li will definitely show up (but maybe a little OOC since I prefer the original CCS rather than the WB versions, and they haven't shown him just yet.) So, read and review.
Robster80: Part two of my Digimon/Cardcaptor Sakura series.
Veemon: Sakura and TK?! Nah, that's not possible!
Kari: You got that right!
Robster80: Chill out, you two! It's just a story idea. Now go get ready, Kari! You'll be on in a few seconds. (Faces Audience) I do not own anything related to Digimon or CCS. Now, on with the story...
"What did you say, Tai?"
Tai smiled at his little sister. "I said make TK jealous. It's simple enough. When he sees you flirting with another guy, he'll get so jealous hat he'll fight for you, then take you right into his arms and kiss you.
Kari frowned at him. "You've been watching too many 'Three Stooges' movies, Tai! Besides, TK was already jealous when I was hanging around Davis instead of him. That's kinda how I got in this mess."
"Still, it's worth a try..."
Kari stood up. "No, I'd better not. I'll fight for him in my own way. Thanks anyway, Tai." She got up and went to the kitchen to use the phone. Before she could pick it up, it rang. She answered, "Hello, Kamiya residence. Kari speaking."
"Kari, it's TK."
Kari's eyes lit up. "TK! What timing, I was just about to call you. What's up?"
"Well, I noticed that you left pretty quick after school today. Are you okay?"
No, I'm scared that the guy I love is seeing someone else all because of me. "Of course, I'm okay. I just had something to take care of at home, so I had to get here quickly."
"I see. You had me worried there for a second. Kari, I need your help with something. You see, Sakura wants to go sightseeing after school tomorrow and I thought that you, me, and the gang could show her around town and stuff."
Kari was both upset and happy at the same time. She would get to spend time with TK finally, but she would also have to put up with the others and especially Sakura. "Of course I'll help, TK! I miss hanging with you, so we can finally catch up with each other this way."
"Exactly what I was thinking. Well, I have to go now. Sakura's father has invited my mom and I over for dinner, and I have to get my chores done."
Drat! He's having dinner with her. At least it'll be under their parent's watch. "Okay then. Where should we meet after school and what time?"
"We'll meet at your place at 3:30."
"Kari, who's that on the phone?" her mother asked.
"Hold it, a sec, TK!" She put her hand over the receiver and said, "It's TK, mom."
"TK? We haven't seen him in a while. Why don't you ask him over for dinner Thursday?"
Kari's face lit up brighter than before. She spoke back to the phone, "TK, my mom wants to know if you'd like to have dinner over here Thursday."
"I'll think about it. I have to go now, Kari. See you in class!" He hung up before she could say goodbye.
Kari slowly put the phone back on its hook. Please say that you will, TK!
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"You still have strong feelings for her, don't you?"
TK whirled around to see Sakura standing in his bedroom doorway. He realized he must have zoned out while looking at a photo of himself and Kari from a year ago. His eyes never looked away from it until Sakura's voice had reached his ears.
Sakura made her way into the room. "Please tell me, Takeru. Even though we're more than friends, I love you only as a brother."
TK sighed. "Yeah, I still care about her very much. But she'd rather hang around Davis than with me."
Sakura sat on his bed and shook her head slightly. "I don't think so. I've seen the way she looks at me when we're together, and she was very jealous. Why do you think she prefers this Davis over you?"
"Because, he's there for her more than I am. I get stuck with basketball practices and games, chores, mobs of cheerleaders, and mom won't let anybody over her when she's not around. She makes no exceptions. Still..."
"Still?"
"She did invite me over for dinner at her place on Thursday. Of course, it was her mom's idea, but... I could tell there was a sense of hope in her voice when she asked."
Sakura smiled at this. "Then there is still hope for you to be with her. I say you should go on Thursday. That reminds me, will she come with us and the gang tomorrow?"
TK put the picture back on his desk. "She said she would help. We're to meet at her apartment by 3:30 tomorrow."
"Then I'll make sure you two are together tomorrow. Just leave Davis to me. Oh, I almost forgot! My father has dinner ready, and I was sent to fetch you and your mother."
They got up and hugged each other. "Thanks, little sister," TK said.
"Anything for you, little brother."
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School went fast the next day, and soon it was the end of classes. TK and the others had little homework, so they did it all quickly during study hall. Kari was a little happy since TK and Sakura didn't seem as close as they were the day before, but she still was unsure about them.
Once school ended, Kari dashed back to her apartment to get ready. She had called Sora the night before and got a few beauty tips to help her. She pulled out some of her money that she was saving for a special gift for TK just in case. Then there was a knock on the door.
Kari straightened her hair quickly before she opened the door, expecting TK or one of the others. What she didn't expect was to see Willis standing outside her apartment. "Willis?!" Oh no! What's he doing here?
The blond boy smiled. "Hi, Kari! I heard that you and some friends were going sightseeing today, and I thought I'd tag along."
Oh great! Kari thought. This guy's worse than Davis; twice as stubborn, and twice as annoying! "Actually, you'll have to ask the others-."
But Willis didn't let her finish. "Hmm, I see you got all dressed up for the occasion. Expecting me, or is it for Davis?"
"WILLIS?!"
Kari and Willis looked to see Davis, Sakura, TK, Yolei, Ken, and Cody walk up to them. Willis flashed a phony smile and said, "Hey, guys! Kari just invited me to tag along with her on the trip you guys are taking." He wrapped his arm around her as he finished.
Davis looked at Kari, whose eyes told him that she had not asked Willis to come. He didn't believe the lie, and neither did Sakura and Yolei. TK, however, bought it. First Davis, and now this guy? Guess I was wrong about her after all...
Davis, as did the others except TK, frowned. This guy's gonna ruin everything!
"So," Willis said. "Where are we headed first?"
Yolei was about speak, but TK said, "Follow me, guys," and walked on. His voice revealed his sadness, although he didn't know it. Sakura was the first to follow him, her eyes focusing on his back with sympathy. I may have to get nasty with this Willis. If everything Yolei told me about him is true, then he's gonna be in for trouble!
The group walked around, showing Sakura the main sights of Obadiba. Willis never let go of Kari, which made her and Davis very angry, and TK more and more depressed. Finally, Sakura saw a sign advertising a youth center karaoke. Thinking quickly, she said, "Let's stop here. I need to go to the bathroom, plus this looks like fun."
Willis fell for the ploy and said, "Why not? I need to make a pit stop anyway." Once they were inside, Willis reluctantly let go of Kari and went to the boys room. Sakura grabbed Kari once he was gone, and led her away to one of the booths. "Here's your chance," she said once they got there. "Sing to Takeru about your feelings for him."
Kari was shocked. "You're helping me?"
"I do care about him, but I see him only as a brother and he sees me as his sister. With blockhead gone, now's your chance!"
Kari nodded, and went up to register. She picked out a song and got on stage while Sakura went back to the others. Willis hadn't gotten back yet by the time Kari was on stage. She spoke into the microphone, "Before I begin, I'd like to dedicate this song to someone very special in my life. Takeru Takaishi, this song's for you."
TK hung his mouth open at her as the music began to play and the crowd hushed. Sakura winked at him as Kari began to sing.
"Even though it's been so long
My love for you keeps going strong
I remember the things that we used to do
A kiss in the rain till the sun shined through
I tried to deny it but I'm still in love with you
I miss you like crazy
I miss you like crazy
Ever since you went away
Every hour of every day
I miss you like crazy
I miss you like crazy
No matter what I say or do
There's just no getting over you"
Sakura then whispered into TK's ear. "Why don't you sing her a song when she's done, and tell her how you feel that way?"
"I can see the love shining in your eyes
And there comes a such a sweet surprise
If seeing's believing it's worth the wait
So hold and tell me it's not too late
We're so good together, we starting forever now
And I miss you like crazy
I miss you like crazy
Ever since you went away
Every hour of every day
I miss you like crazy
I miss you baby
A Love like ours will never end
Just touch me and we're there again"
Suddenly, TK felt a hand on his shoulder and looked to see Matt with Mimi behind him. "So," he said. "You gonna do the same for Kari, or do I have to drag you up there myself? I know the guy who's running the karaoke, and I have a song I think you and I can do for her."
Mimi then said, "I think it's sweet she's doing that for you, TK. You should do something just as special for her."
TK returned his gaze to Kari as she continued to sing.
"Just one night
And we'll have that magic feeling like we used to do
Hold on tight and whatever comes our way we gonna make it through
If seeing's believing it's worth the wait
So hold and tell me it's not too late
We're so good together, we starting forever now
And I miss you like crazy
I miss you like crazy
Ever since you went away
Every hour of every day
And I miss you, I missed you
All the chances that you gave me
And a feeling gets this strong
And then the real thing come along
And I miss you"
TK then faced his brother. "Okay, but only if you sing with me like you said. No double-crossing me unless you want Jun to find out your e-mail address. By the way, you remember Sakura, right?"
Matt then noticed Sakura. "Sakura! It's good to see you, again."
Sakura shook Matt's hand. "Likewise, Matt. Who's your date?"
"I miss you like crazy baby
Under your sweet love and take me
I miss you like crazy
A love like ours will never end
Just touch me and we're there again
I miss you like crazy
I miss you like crazy
No matter what I say or do
There's just no getting over you"
Kari bowed to everyone at the end of the song and replaced the mike before she got off stage. She had almost reached TK when Willis popped up and took her back in his arms. "Great song, Kari! Was that for me?" Apparently, he missed her dedication to TK.
However, TK was burning with old love and new confidence after hearing Kari's song for him. He grabbed Matt by the hand and said, "Let's go!"
To Be Concluded...
Sakura: Willis would make a fine octopus the way he grabs Kari like that.
Veemon: If he wasn't being a ham.
Kari: (Faces Robster80) Okay, wiseguy, how're you gonna fix this mess?
Robster80: Don't worry your pretty, little head! I'll find a way. By the way, folks, that song was Natalie Cole's "Miss You Like Crazy," which I do not own! Expect the brotherly duet in the final part and Li will definitely show up (but maybe a little OOC since I prefer the original CCS rather than the WB versions, and they haven't shown him just yet.) So, read and review.