Yakumo: Hello minna-san
Yukito: Hello Yakumo, It's been a long time.
Yakumo: Yes it has been. But I have been really busy. But here you have it the new chapter. And before my B-day.
Yukito: It's true Yakumo, your birthday will be really soon
Yakumo. That's why I've decided to have this cool contest in the honor of my birthday. The person who answers this question "how old is Yakumo going to be the 30 of November" will get this cool present from me: 2 gifs images and a wallpaper of your favorite CCS character done by me ^-^
Yukito: Don't you think it's a bad prize?
Yakumo: I know it's a bad prize but since I don't have any money. Well Yuki it's time to thank the reviewers
Yukito: Yakumo wants to thank:
Angel: Yakumo thanks you so much...
Meanie: Sorry you don't like my grammar
Mnemosyne: Thank you so much for your support This one is for you.
lil dreamer: here's the next chapter ^-^
Serenity Madison: Hope you like this one
Sakura&Li4ever: Sorry to keep you in suspense
Izamar Estrada: Tú eres una de mis reviewers favoritos. Dedicado a ti también este capitulo. Traduction: You're one of my favorite reviewers. This chapter is dedicated to you too
Super saya-Jin Gotan: Yakumo is going to use minuses for her first 2 stories, until they are finished. But for her other stories, that are all ready in progress, she'll take your advice ^-^
Magic Key: Here it is!!!
Wargreymon01: You left me in suspense, What do you mean by it sombered up a bit?.
Yakumo: ... and here comes your other part Yuki-kun, hit it (looks for her headphones)
Yukito: Yakumo-chan doesn't own any of the CCS characters, though she owns the plot and the 2 bad guys the rest belongs to the cool mangakas of CLAMP. All ready, Kumo-chan!
Yakumo: O.k. on with the show
Fighting For Love
By Yakumo
Chapter 7
Sakura had woken up from her deep nap. She got up from her bed and headed towards the bathroom. The nap had "revived" her. Now the only thing she needed was a long, relaxing bath.
After they had settled in, they all had a wonderful day. When she finished unpacking her bags, Tomoyo, Nakuru, Kero and Spinel Sun barged into her room all talking at once about "How big and detailed-filled the rooms were" and " How they had a tray filled with candy in each room" and last but not least something about " an audio-video system just like the one I have at home and still be able to grab Sakura-Chan's moments with cinema quality"
When they finally calmed down they headed downstairs to have lunch. After that, Yelan gave them a tour of the manor, which happened to be even bigger than she thought. At the end of the tour, they all felt tired and decided to have a nap
After Sakura got out of the bathroom, she felt great. She put on her bathrobe and went to the vanity. She was about to brush her hair when there was a knock at the door
- Yes, who is it? -Asked Sakura
- It's us; open up -said a voice outside of her door that she recognized as Tomoyo's
Sakura opened the door to find Tomoyo, and also Fanren, Feimei, Fuutie, Shiefa, Nakuru and Kaho. They all were dressed in elegant gowns and had big smiles on their faces.
- We came to prepare you for your presentation to the Li family -said Fuutie- Mom wanted to come too but she entertaining the guests -
Sakura was shocked. She didn't know the presentation would be so soon. She was caught off guard, just wearing her bathrobe and holding her hairbrush. She then looked at Tomoyo who was smiling at her.
- I knew something like this would happen, so I made this -and she gave Sakura a heap of pink cloth
- Hoe?! -Was the only thing she managed to say
- Come Sakura, we'll help you -said Fanren
Syaoran was extremely nervous. He was in his room, along with Fujitaka, Touya, Eriol, Yukito, Kero and Spinel. They were all wearing black tuxedos, except for the magic beasts that had cute little bow ties around their necks (courtesy of Tomoyo ^-^)
- I'm so nervous, and I don't know why -said Syaoran who started pacing around the room.
- You're not getting cold feet, are you Gaki? -said Touya, earning himself a glare, not only from Syaoran, but also from Yukito.
- What?! It's just a comment -said Touya
Eriol laughed at the display. He then stared at Fujitaka. He noticed that he was in deep thought. Something was bothering Fujitaka and Eriol knew what it was
While Touya, Syaoran, Yukito and Kero who joined the fight, continued arguing and Spinel acted like a silly expectator, Fujitaka headed towards the balcony of the room.
He started staring at the stars. They always seemed to make him happy because they reminded him of Sakura, brilliant and filled with beauty and life. Suddenly from behind a cloud the moon appeared. He stared at it for minute when Eriol interrupted his thoughts.
- What a beautiful night, don't you think? -said Eriol
- Yes it is, the stars look so brilliant -he answered
- And the moon is enchanting don't you think? -
Fujitaka immediately knew were the conversation was heading.
- You know, Kaho's power derives from the moon, that's why you feel attracted to her -said Eriol
Fujitaka laughed- I'm not attracted to Kaho-san, Eriol-kun. I know she's sad and I've grown to like the woman in the little time we had to talk to each other. -
- Oh, don't fool yourself Clow!! -said Eriol- you were within me for the longest time, I know you -
Fujitaka glared Eriol, who was amazed at this
- I'm not fooling myself Clow -said Fujitaka- I said she is just a nice person, and I won't deny she's a big enigma, but I don't love her. I'm not like you -
Suddenly there was a knock on the door, which made all the fuss in the room stop. It was Wei
- Master Syaoran, they're waiting for you downstairs - he said
After hearing this Syaoran stopped the glaring contest he started with Touya, and Fujitaka left Eriol in the balcony
- I guess he's getting it from our descendant -said Eriol as he proceeded to follow everybody out of the room
In Sakura's room there was chaos everywhere. While Fanren and Shiefa were doing her hair Fuutie and Feimei were helping her with her makeup
- I'm telling you Fuutie, she'll look great with red lipstick - said Feimei
- I'm not putting red lipstick on her mouth, she'll look awful - answered Fuutie
- TOMOYO-CHAAAAN!!!! -
- Fuutie-chan is right, use this one Shiefa-chan -said Tomoyo who handed her a pink peach lipstick to the girls
- Up -
- Down -
- Up -
- Loose - exclaimed Tomoyo who solved the argument between Shiefa and Fanren
In that moment a knock was heard on the door
Kaho went and answered the door
- Good night Wei-san -
- Good evening, Kaho-san. Just came to tell Mistress Sakura that Master Syaoran is already at the dining hall with the guests -
From inside the room Sakura's voice was heard
- And how is he? - she asked
Wei smiled- He's a sack of nerves -he answered
Sakura smiled. Lately Syaoran had been more nervous than her with the wedding preparations
- I'll go check on them -said Nakuru who went downstairs with Wei . She was wearing a spaghetti strap long black dress with a slit at the side that started at her knees.
- Were ready! -squealed the Li sisters
Tomoyo looked at Sakura, Then at the Li sisters and gave an approving look
- Let's head downstairs -she said.
Syaoran was sitting on a table with Fujitaka and Eriol, while waiting for the girls to come downstairs. Touya, Yukito and Nakuru were sitting on the table beside them along with Meiling and Mingmei. Spinel was laying on Nakuru's lap, while Kero was on Yukito's. While Nakuru was glomping Touya and Mingmei was talking to Yukito about foods, Meiling headed towards Syaoran's table.
- Is this seat taken? -She asked Syaoran, signaling a chair that was on his left
- No Mei-mei, please sit -he said- we haven't talked much since I arrived, so, how's life treating you? -
Meiling's eyes clouded, she tried to hide it from Syaoran, but he noticed. She managed to answer him- It's been great -
Syaoran knew she was lying. He was about to tell her when someone interrupted them
- Hello Xiaolang, long time no see -said a voice that Syaoran couldn't recognize. When he turned around to see who was talking to him, he was face to face with two tall men about his age, both with same physical characteristics both with one peculiar characteristic: One had olive-green eyes and the other had sky-blue eyes. That immediately made Syaoran recognize them
- ¡Xiaohu, Xiaoryu! How have you been? -He said- It really has been a long time
Hearing the surprise in Syaoran's voice, Meiling turned to see whom he was talking to. To her surprise one of them she recognized both of them as the annoying guy that was in her garden earlier that afternoon
Xiaoryu looked at the startled expression in Meiling's face and suppressed his laughter. While Syaoran was having a lively conversation with Xiaohu, he signaled to himself so that Meiling knew that he was the one that saw her on the garden. He smiled at her while she scoffed at him.
Syaoran was so glad to see his cousins that he didn't noticed Xiaoryu's and Meiling's displays.
- You remember Meiling, Don't you cousins? -
- Of course- said Xiaoryu -You really honor your name Meiling.
Both brothers bowed at Meiling and said their greetings
In that moment, Tomoyo and the Li sisters entered the hall. In the middle of the group was Sakura. Her hair was done in a beautiful bun in the back that had little hair sticks coming out of it Her dress was a long, spaghetti strapped design that was baby pink and had little cherry blossoms designs in the end. Adorning her neck she had a silver chain that held the former key of Clow now turned into the Star key.
Syaoran was in awe. Sakura looked like a princess. His princess.
Xiaoryu noticed that Xiaolang wasn't the only one in the room that had his eyes on the beautiful green-eyed sorceress. All the eyes of the room were on her, but what amazed him the most was that the same spaced out look on his cousin's face was also on his brother's.
Recovering from what he called "The Sakura Kinomoto effect" Syaoran went towards Sakura and extended his hand to her. She gladly took it and walk to the table with him.
- You look beautiful -He said
Sakura blushed. She smiled her "50-watt-smile" at him.
As they reached Syaoran's table Sakura saw the two twins. At first she was amazed, but it didn't last for long.
- Sakura, I want to introduce you to my cousins -said Syaoran. Sakura looked at both gentlemen and smiled
- Kinomoto Sakura, It's a pleasure to meet you both -she said
- Li Xiaoryu -
- Li Xiaohu -
- The pleasure is all ours -they both said at the same time.
The reception was great. All the members of the Li family found Sakura to be extremely charming and beautiful. It also helped that she was the Card Mistress and the daughter of Clow Reed's half reincarnation. It was obvious to all how Sakura's aura complimented Syaoran's meaning they were soul mates
- Are the elders at the reception? -Whispered Sakura in Syaoran's ear
- No, they are not coming to the reception, you'll meet them later -he whispered back- This party is for you to meet all the members of the Clan.
Meiling who watched the display between Syaoran and Sakura couldn't take it anymore. She was really happy for her friends, but it still hurted to see everyone with somebody except herself. Sakura was with Syaoran, Tomoyo was too wrapped up with her husband. She couldn't help but chuckle. The last time she saw Tomoyo she was crying saying something about never being able to forget Sakura-chan, and now look at her. Fujitaka seemed to be in other world that happened to be where Kaho and the Li females were seated and she didn't want to return to her mom's table because she knew that she would ask her if she talked to Syaoran, which happened to be none of her business, but if she stayed at Syaoran's table she would have to bear the obnoxious Xiaoryu which happened to be getting on her nerves. Controlling herself, she got up the table and excused herself, saying something about going to the bathroom to freshen up. Since the bathroom was so close to the garden door, nobody would notice if she decided to take a breath of fresh air.
The night breeze seemed to soothe her senses. It wasn't too cold outside. Lately she found herself going more and more into the gardens either of her house or of the Li's compound. As she was walking she noticed a rose. It was yellow, her favorite color. She smiled.
* I always thought that green and yellow were a beautiful match* -She thought- *But it seems that green likes pink a little more*
- It seems you've fooled everyone but me, Meiling -Said a voice behind her that she recognized immediately as Xiaoryu's- You know, your name definitely suits you, you truly are beautiful -
Xiaoryu began looking at her. The red Chinese dress she was wearing hugged all of her curves and her hair was done in two buns. The last time he had seen her was when she was 10 and used a similar hairstyle, but with long strands of her hair coming out of her buns
Meiling was sad, but having this annoying guy always interfering with her thoughts made all her sadness turn to anger
- What do you want? -She asked turning around just to find he was looking at her.
- I just felt that you could use some company, so I decided to supply it -
She growled and turned around. She looked up to the sky, just to find the moon staring right back at her. She loved the moon. She remembered that her aunt once told her that the moon fed Syaoran's magic. The silver light was calming, and yet it was fierce enough to be seen in the darkest night. Just like Syaoran
- The moon is beautiful, don't you think? -said Xiaohu breaking the silence
- Yes, it is - she answered
- And the stars seem to compliment it's beauty -He added.
Meiling felt like 1000 arrows were piercing her heart when she heard that. It was true. Without stars, the moon was only accompanied by passing dark clouds. But with the stars, the sky's looked filled with life. The moon needed stars who had light like himself, and not a cloud to shimmer it's light. Just like Syaoran needed Sakura and not her, a drifting dark cloud.
All the sadness returned to her. She still had the yellow rose in her hand, clutching to it for dear life.
- You're right -she said, feeling that her eyes were beginning to fill with tears, which she managed to fight back, she turned to Xiaoryu, took his right hand and placed the yellow rose in it.- Thank you, but I don't need company right now. -and with that she headed to the reception again leaving a startled Xiaoryu behind her.
Tomoyo was really happy with the way things were going. Sakura made a good impression with all the family members Syaoran was introducing her to, and was beaming with beauty. She suddenly felt thirsty. But she didn't want to bother anyone in the table, since they were all in such lively conversation. As she excused herself and got up from her chair, she felt lightheaded, but thought she could walk. She gave 3 steps when she felt that her world began twirling around her. As she felt that she was going to faint, a pair of strong arms held her.
Eriol had seen Tomoyo getting up from the table and noticed that something wasn't right with his wife, so he decided to follow her to wherever she was going. As she was giving a few steps he saw that she was walking a little insecure so he held her.
- Tomo-chan, are you all right -He whispered in her ear
- Yes Eri-chan, I'm just a little dizzy -she answered- could you take me to my room? I don't want to ruin Sakura-chan's moment, so don't say anything -
Hearing the pleas of his wife, Eriol turned around with her who as him wore a fake smile
- It seems Tomoyo-chan and myself are very tired so we'll have to leave your delightful company and conversation for another time. We'll see you all tomorrow- he said
- Good night Eriol-kun, Tomoyo-chan -said Sakura
The moment Tomoyo and Eriol left, Fujitaka felt relieved. Since the argument in Syaoran's balcony, Fujitaka had been apprehensive. He knew Eriol wasn't right. He wasn't attracted to Kaho, and he was going to prove it. He tried to ignore her all night, but the task was impossible, because during all the reception he had been stealing glances at her while she was sitting on the Li's table. He had to be careful with Touya too. The thing he needed less was a mad son during this trip. But, he was busy with Akizuki-san right now, who was hugging him as if life depended on it.
He turned to look at Kaho's table just to find out she wasn't there. * Maybe she felt tired and decided to go and sleep * -he thought.
He needed air. He decide to go outside, to the gardens. He excused himself and went towards his destination. As he opened the door that leaded to the gardens he was surprised to find Kaho on the other side. The light of the moon bathing her figure made her look like a goddess to Fujitaka's eyes. He quickly gained control of his senses and walked to her.
- It seems I'm not the only one who needs air -he said trying to start a lively conversation with the woman.
- Why are you avoiding me Kinomoto-san? -She bluntly asked heading straight to the point
He was surprised at her question, but there was no use to hide it- I'm sorry, I didn't mean to- -
- You don't know how to lie Kinomoto-san -she smiled- don't worry, I understand -She started walking away- Good night, Fujitaka-san -
Fujitaka was in awe. She managed to do it again. She always found a way to leave him intrigued. But this time he wasn't going to leave it at that
- Matte, Kaho-san -said Fujitaka
She turned around as he approached her
- Let me escort you to your room -He said.
As the reception was ending and all the guest were leaving, Sakura decided to have a walk around the manor gardens. Since the night was so beautiful, she managed to convince Syaoran to join her. The moon was on the top of the sky and the stars were dancing around it.
- Syao-chan... -said Sakura as she stopped walking
- Yes my love -answered Syaoran who held her hand
She hugged him. At first Syaoran was amazed, but then hugged her back.
- Syao-chan, I want you to make me a promise -she said raising her head so that she could see his eyes.
- Anything you want my dear -
- Please, promise me that you'll never leave me -
Syaoran smiled at her- Sakura, I already made that promise, but tonight I want you to know that I swear on our love which is the second most sacred thing in this universe to me, that I will never, ever leave you -
Sakura's eyes were filled with happiness- Syao-chan, I promise that I will never ever leave you. I don't know how to live without you -
- Neither do I Sakura-chan, neither do I -
He was about to kiss her when Sakura realized something
- Our love is the second most sacred thing to you? What's the first? -
Syaoran smiled a wicked grin- My sword, of course -
- Mou, Syao-chan!! -she sad a gave him a little pat on the back
- I'm joking, I'm joking!!! -he said laughing at her reaction- My most sacred thing in the world is you, Sakura -
He then cupped her face with his hands and gave her a sweet kiss.
In the limo ride back home, Xiaoryu was just staring at the yellow rose Meiling gave him earlier that night. He tried to look for her afterwards, but it seems she and her mother had decided to go home. He followed to the garden to bother her a little bit, but somewhere along the line her annoyed expression had changed to one of infinite sadness and then it ended with one of resignation. At first he thought he had caused it, but the way she spoke to him made him understand he wasn't the cause of those unshed tears. He took another look at the rose. The petals of the rose told him that at one moment she had such a grip on the flower that it was about to wither at her hands.
- Meiling, Why are you so sad?- Whispered Xiaoryu to the rose
Xiaohu on the other side of the limo could only think of the beautiful Card mistress. He had stared all night at her, her beautiful green eyes were filled with life unlike his that were filled with bitterness, her porcelain skin that was so soft to the touch, her graceful laughter. But how he hated that those green eyes only looked to Xiaolang's amber ones, her silky skin was caressed by him and her laughter was for him too. How he longed for her touch, her kisses and her life.
- But soon I will take her away from you cousin. The perfect revenge. I'll take the Clan leadership you stole from me and the love that should've been mine from the start -
Yakumo: So here you have it the 7 chapter of FFL.
Yue: About time.
Yakumo: Hey, Where's Yukito-kun?
Yue: He had to go. He told me about the contest
Yakumo: Yeah, Isn't it a cool idea?
Yue: The idea is Cool, the prize is crappy
Yakumo: Well, nobody asked your opinion you winged freak!!
Yue: Stuff it you blockheaded excuse for a writer!!!
Yakumo: No you stuff it, you... Clow's miscarriage!!!
Yue: Witch!!!
Yakumo: Butterfly kisser!!!!
Yue: Why you...
Yakumo: wait, before we start fighting, let's talk to the reviewers. Since you've already got here why don't you review? And remember that the 30 of November is my birthday so no flames for the birthday girl o.k. ^-^ You can mail me at and if you want to contact me by messenger my address is cuteyakumo@hotmail.com ja ne Everybody (kisses)
Yukito: Hello Yakumo, It's been a long time.
Yakumo: Yes it has been. But I have been really busy. But here you have it the new chapter. And before my B-day.
Yukito: It's true Yakumo, your birthday will be really soon
Yakumo. That's why I've decided to have this cool contest in the honor of my birthday. The person who answers this question "how old is Yakumo going to be the 30 of November" will get this cool present from me: 2 gifs images and a wallpaper of your favorite CCS character done by me ^-^
Yukito: Don't you think it's a bad prize?
Yakumo: I know it's a bad prize but since I don't have any money. Well Yuki it's time to thank the reviewers
Yukito: Yakumo wants to thank:
Angel: Yakumo thanks you so much...
Meanie: Sorry you don't like my grammar
Mnemosyne: Thank you so much for your support This one is for you.
lil dreamer: here's the next chapter ^-^
Serenity Madison: Hope you like this one
Sakura&Li4ever: Sorry to keep you in suspense
Izamar Estrada: Tú eres una de mis reviewers favoritos. Dedicado a ti también este capitulo. Traduction: You're one of my favorite reviewers. This chapter is dedicated to you too
Super saya-Jin Gotan: Yakumo is going to use minuses for her first 2 stories, until they are finished. But for her other stories, that are all ready in progress, she'll take your advice ^-^
Magic Key: Here it is!!!
Wargreymon01: You left me in suspense, What do you mean by it sombered up a bit?.
Yakumo: ... and here comes your other part Yuki-kun, hit it (looks for her headphones)
Yukito: Yakumo-chan doesn't own any of the CCS characters, though she owns the plot and the 2 bad guys the rest belongs to the cool mangakas of CLAMP. All ready, Kumo-chan!
Yakumo: O.k. on with the show
Fighting For Love
By Yakumo
Chapter 7
Sakura had woken up from her deep nap. She got up from her bed and headed towards the bathroom. The nap had "revived" her. Now the only thing she needed was a long, relaxing bath.
After they had settled in, they all had a wonderful day. When she finished unpacking her bags, Tomoyo, Nakuru, Kero and Spinel Sun barged into her room all talking at once about "How big and detailed-filled the rooms were" and " How they had a tray filled with candy in each room" and last but not least something about " an audio-video system just like the one I have at home and still be able to grab Sakura-Chan's moments with cinema quality"
When they finally calmed down they headed downstairs to have lunch. After that, Yelan gave them a tour of the manor, which happened to be even bigger than she thought. At the end of the tour, they all felt tired and decided to have a nap
After Sakura got out of the bathroom, she felt great. She put on her bathrobe and went to the vanity. She was about to brush her hair when there was a knock at the door
- Yes, who is it? -Asked Sakura
- It's us; open up -said a voice outside of her door that she recognized as Tomoyo's
Sakura opened the door to find Tomoyo, and also Fanren, Feimei, Fuutie, Shiefa, Nakuru and Kaho. They all were dressed in elegant gowns and had big smiles on their faces.
- We came to prepare you for your presentation to the Li family -said Fuutie- Mom wanted to come too but she entertaining the guests -
Sakura was shocked. She didn't know the presentation would be so soon. She was caught off guard, just wearing her bathrobe and holding her hairbrush. She then looked at Tomoyo who was smiling at her.
- I knew something like this would happen, so I made this -and she gave Sakura a heap of pink cloth
- Hoe?! -Was the only thing she managed to say
- Come Sakura, we'll help you -said Fanren
Syaoran was extremely nervous. He was in his room, along with Fujitaka, Touya, Eriol, Yukito, Kero and Spinel. They were all wearing black tuxedos, except for the magic beasts that had cute little bow ties around their necks (courtesy of Tomoyo ^-^)
- I'm so nervous, and I don't know why -said Syaoran who started pacing around the room.
- You're not getting cold feet, are you Gaki? -said Touya, earning himself a glare, not only from Syaoran, but also from Yukito.
- What?! It's just a comment -said Touya
Eriol laughed at the display. He then stared at Fujitaka. He noticed that he was in deep thought. Something was bothering Fujitaka and Eriol knew what it was
While Touya, Syaoran, Yukito and Kero who joined the fight, continued arguing and Spinel acted like a silly expectator, Fujitaka headed towards the balcony of the room.
He started staring at the stars. They always seemed to make him happy because they reminded him of Sakura, brilliant and filled with beauty and life. Suddenly from behind a cloud the moon appeared. He stared at it for minute when Eriol interrupted his thoughts.
- What a beautiful night, don't you think? -said Eriol
- Yes it is, the stars look so brilliant -he answered
- And the moon is enchanting don't you think? -
Fujitaka immediately knew were the conversation was heading.
- You know, Kaho's power derives from the moon, that's why you feel attracted to her -said Eriol
Fujitaka laughed- I'm not attracted to Kaho-san, Eriol-kun. I know she's sad and I've grown to like the woman in the little time we had to talk to each other. -
- Oh, don't fool yourself Clow!! -said Eriol- you were within me for the longest time, I know you -
Fujitaka glared Eriol, who was amazed at this
- I'm not fooling myself Clow -said Fujitaka- I said she is just a nice person, and I won't deny she's a big enigma, but I don't love her. I'm not like you -
Suddenly there was a knock on the door, which made all the fuss in the room stop. It was Wei
- Master Syaoran, they're waiting for you downstairs - he said
After hearing this Syaoran stopped the glaring contest he started with Touya, and Fujitaka left Eriol in the balcony
- I guess he's getting it from our descendant -said Eriol as he proceeded to follow everybody out of the room
In Sakura's room there was chaos everywhere. While Fanren and Shiefa were doing her hair Fuutie and Feimei were helping her with her makeup
- I'm telling you Fuutie, she'll look great with red lipstick - said Feimei
- I'm not putting red lipstick on her mouth, she'll look awful - answered Fuutie
- TOMOYO-CHAAAAN!!!! -
- Fuutie-chan is right, use this one Shiefa-chan -said Tomoyo who handed her a pink peach lipstick to the girls
- Up -
- Down -
- Up -
- Loose - exclaimed Tomoyo who solved the argument between Shiefa and Fanren
In that moment a knock was heard on the door
Kaho went and answered the door
- Good night Wei-san -
- Good evening, Kaho-san. Just came to tell Mistress Sakura that Master Syaoran is already at the dining hall with the guests -
From inside the room Sakura's voice was heard
- And how is he? - she asked
Wei smiled- He's a sack of nerves -he answered
Sakura smiled. Lately Syaoran had been more nervous than her with the wedding preparations
- I'll go check on them -said Nakuru who went downstairs with Wei . She was wearing a spaghetti strap long black dress with a slit at the side that started at her knees.
- Were ready! -squealed the Li sisters
Tomoyo looked at Sakura, Then at the Li sisters and gave an approving look
- Let's head downstairs -she said.
Syaoran was sitting on a table with Fujitaka and Eriol, while waiting for the girls to come downstairs. Touya, Yukito and Nakuru were sitting on the table beside them along with Meiling and Mingmei. Spinel was laying on Nakuru's lap, while Kero was on Yukito's. While Nakuru was glomping Touya and Mingmei was talking to Yukito about foods, Meiling headed towards Syaoran's table.
- Is this seat taken? -She asked Syaoran, signaling a chair that was on his left
- No Mei-mei, please sit -he said- we haven't talked much since I arrived, so, how's life treating you? -
Meiling's eyes clouded, she tried to hide it from Syaoran, but he noticed. She managed to answer him- It's been great -
Syaoran knew she was lying. He was about to tell her when someone interrupted them
- Hello Xiaolang, long time no see -said a voice that Syaoran couldn't recognize. When he turned around to see who was talking to him, he was face to face with two tall men about his age, both with same physical characteristics both with one peculiar characteristic: One had olive-green eyes and the other had sky-blue eyes. That immediately made Syaoran recognize them
- ¡Xiaohu, Xiaoryu! How have you been? -He said- It really has been a long time
Hearing the surprise in Syaoran's voice, Meiling turned to see whom he was talking to. To her surprise one of them she recognized both of them as the annoying guy that was in her garden earlier that afternoon
Xiaoryu looked at the startled expression in Meiling's face and suppressed his laughter. While Syaoran was having a lively conversation with Xiaohu, he signaled to himself so that Meiling knew that he was the one that saw her on the garden. He smiled at her while she scoffed at him.
Syaoran was so glad to see his cousins that he didn't noticed Xiaoryu's and Meiling's displays.
- You remember Meiling, Don't you cousins? -
- Of course- said Xiaoryu -You really honor your name Meiling.
Both brothers bowed at Meiling and said their greetings
In that moment, Tomoyo and the Li sisters entered the hall. In the middle of the group was Sakura. Her hair was done in a beautiful bun in the back that had little hair sticks coming out of it Her dress was a long, spaghetti strapped design that was baby pink and had little cherry blossoms designs in the end. Adorning her neck she had a silver chain that held the former key of Clow now turned into the Star key.
Syaoran was in awe. Sakura looked like a princess. His princess.
Xiaoryu noticed that Xiaolang wasn't the only one in the room that had his eyes on the beautiful green-eyed sorceress. All the eyes of the room were on her, but what amazed him the most was that the same spaced out look on his cousin's face was also on his brother's.
Recovering from what he called "The Sakura Kinomoto effect" Syaoran went towards Sakura and extended his hand to her. She gladly took it and walk to the table with him.
- You look beautiful -He said
Sakura blushed. She smiled her "50-watt-smile" at him.
As they reached Syaoran's table Sakura saw the two twins. At first she was amazed, but it didn't last for long.
- Sakura, I want to introduce you to my cousins -said Syaoran. Sakura looked at both gentlemen and smiled
- Kinomoto Sakura, It's a pleasure to meet you both -she said
- Li Xiaoryu -
- Li Xiaohu -
- The pleasure is all ours -they both said at the same time.
The reception was great. All the members of the Li family found Sakura to be extremely charming and beautiful. It also helped that she was the Card Mistress and the daughter of Clow Reed's half reincarnation. It was obvious to all how Sakura's aura complimented Syaoran's meaning they were soul mates
- Are the elders at the reception? -Whispered Sakura in Syaoran's ear
- No, they are not coming to the reception, you'll meet them later -he whispered back- This party is for you to meet all the members of the Clan.
Meiling who watched the display between Syaoran and Sakura couldn't take it anymore. She was really happy for her friends, but it still hurted to see everyone with somebody except herself. Sakura was with Syaoran, Tomoyo was too wrapped up with her husband. She couldn't help but chuckle. The last time she saw Tomoyo she was crying saying something about never being able to forget Sakura-chan, and now look at her. Fujitaka seemed to be in other world that happened to be where Kaho and the Li females were seated and she didn't want to return to her mom's table because she knew that she would ask her if she talked to Syaoran, which happened to be none of her business, but if she stayed at Syaoran's table she would have to bear the obnoxious Xiaoryu which happened to be getting on her nerves. Controlling herself, she got up the table and excused herself, saying something about going to the bathroom to freshen up. Since the bathroom was so close to the garden door, nobody would notice if she decided to take a breath of fresh air.
The night breeze seemed to soothe her senses. It wasn't too cold outside. Lately she found herself going more and more into the gardens either of her house or of the Li's compound. As she was walking she noticed a rose. It was yellow, her favorite color. She smiled.
* I always thought that green and yellow were a beautiful match* -She thought- *But it seems that green likes pink a little more*
- It seems you've fooled everyone but me, Meiling -Said a voice behind her that she recognized immediately as Xiaoryu's- You know, your name definitely suits you, you truly are beautiful -
Xiaoryu began looking at her. The red Chinese dress she was wearing hugged all of her curves and her hair was done in two buns. The last time he had seen her was when she was 10 and used a similar hairstyle, but with long strands of her hair coming out of her buns
Meiling was sad, but having this annoying guy always interfering with her thoughts made all her sadness turn to anger
- What do you want? -She asked turning around just to find he was looking at her.
- I just felt that you could use some company, so I decided to supply it -
She growled and turned around. She looked up to the sky, just to find the moon staring right back at her. She loved the moon. She remembered that her aunt once told her that the moon fed Syaoran's magic. The silver light was calming, and yet it was fierce enough to be seen in the darkest night. Just like Syaoran
- The moon is beautiful, don't you think? -said Xiaohu breaking the silence
- Yes, it is - she answered
- And the stars seem to compliment it's beauty -He added.
Meiling felt like 1000 arrows were piercing her heart when she heard that. It was true. Without stars, the moon was only accompanied by passing dark clouds. But with the stars, the sky's looked filled with life. The moon needed stars who had light like himself, and not a cloud to shimmer it's light. Just like Syaoran needed Sakura and not her, a drifting dark cloud.
All the sadness returned to her. She still had the yellow rose in her hand, clutching to it for dear life.
- You're right -she said, feeling that her eyes were beginning to fill with tears, which she managed to fight back, she turned to Xiaoryu, took his right hand and placed the yellow rose in it.- Thank you, but I don't need company right now. -and with that she headed to the reception again leaving a startled Xiaoryu behind her.
Tomoyo was really happy with the way things were going. Sakura made a good impression with all the family members Syaoran was introducing her to, and was beaming with beauty. She suddenly felt thirsty. But she didn't want to bother anyone in the table, since they were all in such lively conversation. As she excused herself and got up from her chair, she felt lightheaded, but thought she could walk. She gave 3 steps when she felt that her world began twirling around her. As she felt that she was going to faint, a pair of strong arms held her.
Eriol had seen Tomoyo getting up from the table and noticed that something wasn't right with his wife, so he decided to follow her to wherever she was going. As she was giving a few steps he saw that she was walking a little insecure so he held her.
- Tomo-chan, are you all right -He whispered in her ear
- Yes Eri-chan, I'm just a little dizzy -she answered- could you take me to my room? I don't want to ruin Sakura-chan's moment, so don't say anything -
Hearing the pleas of his wife, Eriol turned around with her who as him wore a fake smile
- It seems Tomoyo-chan and myself are very tired so we'll have to leave your delightful company and conversation for another time. We'll see you all tomorrow- he said
- Good night Eriol-kun, Tomoyo-chan -said Sakura
The moment Tomoyo and Eriol left, Fujitaka felt relieved. Since the argument in Syaoran's balcony, Fujitaka had been apprehensive. He knew Eriol wasn't right. He wasn't attracted to Kaho, and he was going to prove it. He tried to ignore her all night, but the task was impossible, because during all the reception he had been stealing glances at her while she was sitting on the Li's table. He had to be careful with Touya too. The thing he needed less was a mad son during this trip. But, he was busy with Akizuki-san right now, who was hugging him as if life depended on it.
He turned to look at Kaho's table just to find out she wasn't there. * Maybe she felt tired and decided to go and sleep * -he thought.
He needed air. He decide to go outside, to the gardens. He excused himself and went towards his destination. As he opened the door that leaded to the gardens he was surprised to find Kaho on the other side. The light of the moon bathing her figure made her look like a goddess to Fujitaka's eyes. He quickly gained control of his senses and walked to her.
- It seems I'm not the only one who needs air -he said trying to start a lively conversation with the woman.
- Why are you avoiding me Kinomoto-san? -She bluntly asked heading straight to the point
He was surprised at her question, but there was no use to hide it- I'm sorry, I didn't mean to- -
- You don't know how to lie Kinomoto-san -she smiled- don't worry, I understand -She started walking away- Good night, Fujitaka-san -
Fujitaka was in awe. She managed to do it again. She always found a way to leave him intrigued. But this time he wasn't going to leave it at that
- Matte, Kaho-san -said Fujitaka
She turned around as he approached her
- Let me escort you to your room -He said.
As the reception was ending and all the guest were leaving, Sakura decided to have a walk around the manor gardens. Since the night was so beautiful, she managed to convince Syaoran to join her. The moon was on the top of the sky and the stars were dancing around it.
- Syao-chan... -said Sakura as she stopped walking
- Yes my love -answered Syaoran who held her hand
She hugged him. At first Syaoran was amazed, but then hugged her back.
- Syao-chan, I want you to make me a promise -she said raising her head so that she could see his eyes.
- Anything you want my dear -
- Please, promise me that you'll never leave me -
Syaoran smiled at her- Sakura, I already made that promise, but tonight I want you to know that I swear on our love which is the second most sacred thing in this universe to me, that I will never, ever leave you -
Sakura's eyes were filled with happiness- Syao-chan, I promise that I will never ever leave you. I don't know how to live without you -
- Neither do I Sakura-chan, neither do I -
He was about to kiss her when Sakura realized something
- Our love is the second most sacred thing to you? What's the first? -
Syaoran smiled a wicked grin- My sword, of course -
- Mou, Syao-chan!! -she sad a gave him a little pat on the back
- I'm joking, I'm joking!!! -he said laughing at her reaction- My most sacred thing in the world is you, Sakura -
He then cupped her face with his hands and gave her a sweet kiss.
In the limo ride back home, Xiaoryu was just staring at the yellow rose Meiling gave him earlier that night. He tried to look for her afterwards, but it seems she and her mother had decided to go home. He followed to the garden to bother her a little bit, but somewhere along the line her annoyed expression had changed to one of infinite sadness and then it ended with one of resignation. At first he thought he had caused it, but the way she spoke to him made him understand he wasn't the cause of those unshed tears. He took another look at the rose. The petals of the rose told him that at one moment she had such a grip on the flower that it was about to wither at her hands.
- Meiling, Why are you so sad?- Whispered Xiaoryu to the rose
Xiaohu on the other side of the limo could only think of the beautiful Card mistress. He had stared all night at her, her beautiful green eyes were filled with life unlike his that were filled with bitterness, her porcelain skin that was so soft to the touch, her graceful laughter. But how he hated that those green eyes only looked to Xiaolang's amber ones, her silky skin was caressed by him and her laughter was for him too. How he longed for her touch, her kisses and her life.
- But soon I will take her away from you cousin. The perfect revenge. I'll take the Clan leadership you stole from me and the love that should've been mine from the start -
Yakumo: So here you have it the 7 chapter of FFL.
Yue: About time.
Yakumo: Hey, Where's Yukito-kun?
Yue: He had to go. He told me about the contest
Yakumo: Yeah, Isn't it a cool idea?
Yue: The idea is Cool, the prize is crappy
Yakumo: Well, nobody asked your opinion you winged freak!!
Yue: Stuff it you blockheaded excuse for a writer!!!
Yakumo: No you stuff it, you... Clow's miscarriage!!!
Yue: Witch!!!
Yakumo: Butterfly kisser!!!!
Yue: Why you...
Yakumo: wait, before we start fighting, let's talk to the reviewers. Since you've already got here why don't you review? And remember that the 30 of November is my birthday so no flames for the birthday girl o.k. ^-^ You can mail me at and if you want to contact me by messenger my address is cuteyakumo@hotmail.com ja ne Everybody (kisses)
