TITLE: A Little Flirtin' and Dancin' - Chapter Three: Dance to Remember

AUTHOR: Murasaki

CONTACT: shikubu@hotmail.com

URL: http://www.two-flower.net/~life

DISCLAIMER: CardCaptor Sakura does not belong to me, it rightfully belongs to CLAMP, Kodansha, Nelvana, KidsWB, etc.

AUTHOR'S NOTE: So so so sorry for the late update! Had a feeling of not wanting to write and also due to some problems in my family...

But let's not think about that.

Well, third chapter's up. Anyway, I read all your reviews- and a few kind of offended me, but I'm living with that- and I know Sakura did A LOT of flirting and was way out of character (I WILL be editing chapter 2 so watch out for that) but this time Syaoran takes over *evil grin*. I agree that even the first chapter was better-chapter 2 was rushed a bit and pretty disappointing. *sigh* And for that someone who said I made Sakura sound like a retard and an idiot; please use your words wisely before exposing your comments to the whole world. I believe the word "retard" is defined as "slow progress or late development." Honestly, I do not see much of a resemblance from this word and Sakura in this fan fic. Yes, perhaps Sakura sounds totally out of character, but I did say it was out of character. Perhaps you should read author's notes and the dictionary before making any remarks? Thank Kami-sama there are people like ShortcakeJune, Alyssa, Silex and all those other kind people who reviewed. At least you understand!!! I am a very, very, very relieved Murasaki that I have received so many positive responses. It really makes my day. Two of you mentioned something happening in Syaoran's apartment? Do you want something like that to happen? Intentionally that's not what I want but if it's by readers' demand maybe I'll change it.

Just to let everyone know that it does take time to develop a storyline in a fan fic (and any other story) -as every other fan fiction author knows- you can't just have Syaoran confessing his love to Sakura in the very first chapter, otherwise the story would be totally tasteless and insignificant. I hope you understand this- time and effort does the trick!

OK, enough of my ranting on about writing- onto the fan fic! In this chapter there'll be a lot of feet movin' if you know what I mean! ^_~ Please continue to review (if you want)!

STORY NOTES:

" ... " talking

' ... ' thoughts

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It was a bright and sunny day- and for once, Sakura had arrived to school early.

"Sakura-chan! Wai! You're so early!" Tomoyo exclaimed as she opened the classroom door.

Sakura smiled and waved at Tomoyo from her desk. "Ohayo, Tomoyo-chan! Hai, I decided to get up early for a change."

Tomoyo gave a wicked grin. "Partly due to... ahem... Li-kun?"

"Tomoyo!" Sakura blushed. "Don't say that!"

"Say what?" A voice said behind her.

"Say ... what?" Sakura turned. "Syaoran-kun! I didn't know you were here!"

Syaoran smirked. "Well, as usual I'm always early."

Tomoyo giggled at the couple. "Well it's good that you're early you two. You can practise your dancing for today!" She flashed that knowing smile at them both.

Sakura gasped. "What dancing?"

"Sakura-chan! Don't you remember? We were meant to do a dancing exercise today for the 'Life-Be In It' program!" Tomoyo said. "Remember? Terada- sensei said that's what we'd be doing on Monday! A fully qualified dancing teacher's coming along. She's from England! And her name is Ms. Anders. So the whole day is dance, dance, dance! Well, including recess and lunch break..." Tomoyo clapped her hands together, sighing with happiness.

"The what? Life-Be... Oh!" Sakura covered her mouth in shock. "I forgot all about it! Oh Kamisama, I forgot! Oh, Tomoyo, I don't even know how to dance! Tomoyo-chan, help me! Hoe!!!" She panicked pacing back and forth.

Tomoyo giggled again at Sakura's reaction. "Calm down, Sakura-chan. We all don't know how to dance right?"

Sakura relaxed. "H-hai."

Tomoyo smiled. "Good! Now, let's get ready for class." She greeted some classmates entering the classroom.

Sakura turned back to Syaoran. "Um ... about yesterday, I'm really sorry. I acted like a drunkard." Sakura blushed turning away.

Syaoran shrugged. "Er ... it's okay. Don't worry about it."

Sakura smiled. "Well, I hope you forgive me. Anyway, how are you?"

Syaoran shrugged again. "Okay, I guess."

"Just okay?"

Syaoran grinned. "What else do you want me to say? Oh, dear Sakura-chan, I am feeling so fulfilled- just being in your presence makes my heart leap with joy and desire..."

Sakura blushed at his words. "Don't say that!" she whispered.

"Well, that's exactly how I'm feeling," Syaoran answered, entwining his hand with hers.

Sakura cocked her head towards Syaoran. "What... what are you doing ... Syaoran-kun?"

Syaoran was about to reply when Terada-sensei walked into the classroom.

"Ohayo gozaimasu minna-san! Now you all know today's the day we participate in Life-Be In It program and we're lucky to be doing dancing!" Lots of groaning and squealing could be heard. Terada-sensei smiled. "Yes, yes, so some of you don't know how to dance, but that's what the program is about. Live your life to the fullest! And I'm sure most girls will be happy about dancing, eh?"

Sakura moaned, covering her head in her hands. "Why do we have to dance today?"

"Sakura-chan!" Tomoyo said. "I'm surprised you're not interested! Besides, you have Li-kun to help you, ne?" She winked at Syaoran, making him blush.

"W-well... I guess I could help you a bit Sakura, I did do a bit of dancing before."

"WHAT?" Sakura perked up, turning her head around, mouth open. "You, Li Syaoran learnt how to dance?"

Syaoran blushed. "Well, yes, for some training back home. I remember Meiling tried to make me dance with her."

Tomoyo sighed and clapped her hands together. "That's so sweet!"

Sakura's mouth was still wide open. 'I don't believe this.'

"You three up there!" Terada-sensei said looking at Sakura, Tomoyo and Syaoran. "Anything interesting you'd like to tell the class?"

Sakura and Syaoran blushed red, and Tomoyo giggled quietly. "Iie, sensei."

Terada-sensei smiled. "Alright, please remain silent then."

He continued on. "As I was saying before, we are very fortunate that Ms Anders is here in Tomoeda. She is a very formal and talented lady and I want you all to make her feel very welcome today. Is that clear?"

A chorus of "hai" answered.

"Excellent." There was a knock on the door. "Ah, that must be her-right on time." He opened the door. "Welcome, Ms Anders, to Class 10B."

Everyone stood up and greeted Ms Anders. "Ohayo gozaimasu, Ms Anders."

Ms Anders smiled. "Good morning!"

Sakura gazed dreamily at the teacher. 'Wow, she's so pretty! And she's from England too. He accent's so unique...Wow... I wonder if Eriol-kun knows her...'

Ms Anders smiled again. "Now, as you probably already know my name is Ms Anders. I come from London, England and my main profession is dancing. I hope today will be a day you will remember forever and a day for you to enjoy yourselves."

She walked to the front door. "Now, I'd like everyone to line up in a single line to the hall. There, we will begin our dancing class."

Everyone followed her out of the classroom to the hall.

"Sakura-chan!" Tomoyo whispered in Sakura's ear.

"Hai?" Sakura quivered.

"What's the matter? You're not scared? Come on, Sakura-chan! Be brave! Besides, Li-kun will be there to help you, for sure!"

Sakura blushed again. "Tomoyo..."

Tomoyo giggled.

They arrived in the empty hall. "It looks so big!" Sakura said.

Tomoyo looked up. "It's because they took all the chairs away. Lots of room to dance!" Sakura sighed.

"All present and correct, everyone?" Ms Anders asked as the students lined up in front of her. "Excellent." She clapped her hands together. "First, I will give you an introduction to what we will be learning today. We are going to begin with the basics- how to approach your partner, correct feet movement and perhaps some exotic dances such as the foxtrot-back home it is well known-quickstep, waltz, fox-trot, tango, and blues.

"Now," Ms Anders said, "we need two volunteers to demonstrate our first basic dancing routine. She walked past the line of anxious teens. She stopped at the end- Sakura and Syaoran.

"Well! I think we've found our match!" Ms Anders beckoned the stunned couple to step forward. "Come!"

Sakura and Syaoran blushed hard as the class stared at them. A few snickers and giggling could be heard. "Now," Ms Anders continued, "we are learning how to approach the lady. Young men, observe carefully- it may be useful to you at your debutante balls and formals."

"The gentleman offers his hand to the lady and bows. He should say a polite greeting to begin with and then he will say, 'May I have this dance?' Should the lady accept she will curtsy and accept his hand." Ms Anders smiled at Sakura and Syaoran. "Now, our couple will show a quick demonstration."

Syaoran gave a small sigh as some boys whistled. "Go Li-kun!" Sakura blushed even harder.

"Now, now, there's no need to be shy- I'm sure the young boys here will be delighted to show another demonstration." At these words the boys shut up. Ms Anders smiled. "Well?"

Syaoran blushed and cleared his throat. He bent down in front of a crimson Sakura, took her hand and kissed it gently, sparking admiration from the girls and whistling from the boys again. Syaoran had a glisten in his eyes as he looked into a shocked Sakura. "Most delighted to make your acquaintance. May I ... have this dance?" He offered his hand to Sakura, flashing his beautiful smile at her.

Sakura stood still for a moment before curtsying and replying, "You may." She silently giggled.

"Wooo!" the class clapped.

And Tomoyo had managed to get her hands on the camcorder. "Kawaii desu wa!"

Chiharu, next to Tomoyo, sighed. "Tomoyo, Tomoyo."

"Splendid! Beautiful! Well Done." Ms Anders clapped. "A jolly good effort, young man," she said to Syaoran smiling.

"Ha ha! Uh well ... it was nothing," Syaoran blushed.

Ms Anders chuckled. "Now, now, my dear, no video recording is permitted in this class!" She said to a surprised Tomoyo. She took it away from her. "Excellent."

Sakura walked back to Tomoyo, giggling. "Tomoyo-chan! That was so scary! I was so embarrassed!"

Tomoyo pouted a bit. "Ms Anders took my camcorder away... oh well, I can still watch you dance Sakura-chan!" She patted Sakura, supportively. "The way Li-kun was looking at you, he looked so serious! I betcha, he's dying to tell you how he feels about you!"

Sakura reddened and remained silent.

Tomoyo giggled some more.

After all the commotion, Ms Anders clapped her hands. "Now, class, please pay attention. Now that all the basics have been taught, I will now teach you how to waltz!"

"Waltz?" Several students exclaimed. "I don't know how to waltz!"

Ms Anders smiled. "Well, that is why I am here to show you how! Now I'd like the previous couple to step forward again."

Sakura gasped. "Noooo!"

Tomoyo patted her shoulder again. "Daijoubu, Sakura-chan! Everyone admires you!"

Chiharu sighed. "Oh, they look so good together!" Sakura and Syaoran were standing next to Ms Anders again.

Tomoyo agreed. "Yes they do."

Ms Anders continued to talk. "Now, the Waltz is danced in a Closed Position. The man rests his right hand slightly beneath the woman's left shoulder with his right arm held at a ninety degree angle to his body. His left arm should be up so that the woman's hand can rest lightly in it, and should be held at her eye level." She paused.

Sakura looked flabbergasted. She had hardly understood what the lady had said.

Syaoran turned to Sakura and pulled her gently towards him. "Don't worry if you get confused," he murmured to her.

Sakura looked directly into his eyes. "Oh..."

Ms Anders smiled. "Don't worry, I'll guide you through it. First the man rests his right hand under the lady's left shoulder. His right arm should be held at a ninety degree angle to his body." Syaoran rested his hand just beneath Sakura's shoulder, making her shudder a bit but the warmth drifting from his hand on her body made her shiver even more.

"Good." Ms Anders said. "His left arm should be up so that the woman's hand can rest lightly in it, and should be held at her eye level." Sakura blushed harder as she nervously placed her hand on Syaoran's arm. She had never looked so close into Syaoran's eyes. His eyes were twinkling with inner wonder and warmth wafting to her.

"The lady, in turn, should rest her left hand contentedly near the man's right shoulder, giving pressure with her fingers and thumb to better 'follow' her partner's lead. For better balance, the lady should look over the man's right shoulder. This also makes a graceful and balanced dance position."

Sakura blushed again, placing her hand by Syaoran's right shoulder and looked ahead from him.

Ms Anders clapped. "Very good! That is just the very first step." She turned towards the rest of the class. "Now, it is time for the rest of you to take a partner and practise the same demonstration! Hup hup!" The class huddled around looking for a dancing partner. "From then, we will do it together." She walked to Terada-sensei who was hovering by near the centre of the hall. "Now, Mr Terada, we don't want you left alone do we?" She offered her hand to him and he laughed and accepted.

Now everyone was in a dancing mood.

Sakura and Syaoran were standing in their positions waiting for Ms Anders to speak.

"This is really nerve racking Syaoran-kun," Sakura said, blushing.

"Don't worry, Sakura," Syaoran replied.

"Alright class, watch me now." Ms Anders began dancing with a very confused Terada. "The waltz goes in three time beat, one-two-three, one-two-three." She swirled and then pivoted along with Terada-sensei. "Now, I don't expect you to be perfect, just do your best and don't pop the clutch which is when most men don't give their partner any clues that they are about to begin the dance, and by the time they actually start moving, their partner feels a sudden jerk. We call this 'popping the clutch'. So to prevent this, gentleman, give a little lean to inform the lady you are about to begin so as not to make her even more nervous."

Sakura-chan sighed. "This is so complicated!" she whispered.

"Well you know when I'm going to start dancing with you right?" Syaoran replied.

Sakura smiled at his words.

"Now, we will put on the music!" Ms Anders said.

All couples began. Some successful, some, somewhat out of reach... "Oof! Takashi!" Chiharu squealed when he stepped on her toe, making her jump up in surprise and landing on Naoko who had fallen from her partner's grasp. "Gomen ne Naoko!" Chiharu apologised.

"Daijoubu!" Naoko smiled back. "I'm not good at this dancing, I should be writing stories."

"Well, Naoko, you can't have everything."

Meanwhile, Sakura was having trouble with moving her feet. She kept stepping on Syaoran's feet. "Syaoran, I can't do this."

Syaoran flinched as she stepped on his toe again. "No matter," he clenched his teeth. "You'll get there." He held onto Sakura's hands tighter, pulling her closer to him again.

"Syaoran-kun, I'm sorry! I didn't know I was such a klutz at this!" She felt him pull her against him.

"One, two, three; one two three; one, two, three," Syaoran murmured, guiding Sakura's feet in sync with his. "See, you move your left foot here and then your right goes here," he said.

Sakura struggled to keep up with Syaoran. "Oh my... this is... this is... how do you know how to dance so well, Syaoran-kun?"

"Well, like I said before, I learnt it back home."

"Why would you learn how to waltz though?"

"Beats me," Syaoran shrugged. "I guess for a means of relaxation."

"This is relaxation?"

"If you can do it, I suppose it is."

Sakura moaned. "I definitely can't."

"You will."

"Thank ... whoa... oof!" Sakura almost fell to the ground, if Syaoran's strong hands hadn't grabbed hers. "Syaoran..."

"Are you alright?" Syaoran asked, yanking her onto her feet again.

"I'm- I'm fine. I'm so bad at ..." Her words were lost, as she found herself rapt in Syaoran's deep brown eyes.

Syaoran too had found himself confined in the depths of Sakura's profound green eyes. "So bad at what?" he murmured.

"I'm bad... just bad..." Sakura's arms looped around Syaoran's neck and his hands rested on her waist. Any hint of the outside world was forgotten for the couple were lost in their own fantasy realm.

"Sakura is never bad, is she?" Syaoran asked.

"Sakura? Watashi? Oh yeah, I'm bad."

"Bad at what you say?" Syaoran murmured, his head leaning sideways, his breath tickling Sakura's sensitive skin.

Sakura moaned softly as she felt Syaoran's butterfly kisses on her neck. "Syaoran... Syaoran, what are you doing? We ... we can't do this... This is... is bad... Syaoran..."

"You want it though, don't you?" Syaoran whispered, leaving a hot trail of kisses down her neck.

Sakura pulled Syaoran closer to her. "Syaoran, stop this now, please..."

"Oh but Sakura is pulling Syaoran towards her," Syaoran replied, nipping her collarbone.

"Syaoran..." Sakura murmured.

"Well, well, will you look at that. Our favourite couple are in a heated session. Please do not disturb!" Ms Anders said giving a little chortle

"Ah!!" The couple broke from their passionate embrace. Sakura was blushing very hard and Syaoran remained expressionless.

Ms Anders cocked an eyebrow. "Hmm?"

The rest of the class came up, wondering what the commotion was about. Tomoyo in the crowd noticed what had happened and giggled. Eriol, standing next to Tomoyo smirked.

"They're at it again!" Tomoyo whispered, trying to retain her giggling.

Eriol nodded. "Yes and this time they're actually doing it in front of teachers and students as well. I must say they have a lot of nerve."

Tomoyo giggled even harder. "This is unbelievable!"

Eriol patted her back. "Calm down, Daidouji-san."

Feeling Eriol's hand on her back, Tomoyo blushed. "Gomen!"

Ms Anders continued. "I must say you're dancing has potential Mr Li- is that your name? – Syaoran nodded blushing- keep it up, just don't 'distract' yourself." Ms Anders looked Sakura who was still trying to not to blush so hard. "And you should make good use of young Mr Li here, you could do with some feet practise!

The recess bell went then. Ms Anders looked at her watch. "My, how fast the time has gone! Well, back after recess then!"

The class headed out of the hall.

Sakura and Tomoyo were talking during recess.

"Sakura-chan, what were you doing there?" Tomoyo asked innocently. "I mean, everyone can see you're in a pleasurable situation, ne?"

"Tomoyo-chan!" Sakura said sharply, blushing deep crimson. "I don't know what happened. It went so fast! First we're dancing and then I fall and then Syaoran's kissing my neck! I think I might be sick."

Tomoyo sat Sakura down. "Do you need to go to the first aid?"

Sakura cupped her head in her hands. "No, no, I was exaggerating there. I just have a headache."

Tomoyo nodded and sat down beside her, keeping quiet. Unable to keep hold of herself she whispered, "Do you want Li-kun to kiss your forehead to make it better?"

Sakura looked up, smirking. "Tomoyo, Tomoyo. No way! Since when are you thinking so much about this. I'll bet Eriol-kun's doing this to you."

Tomoyo crimsoned. "No he's not."

Meanwhile, Syaoran was sitting on a branch of a tree.

"Syaoran!" a voice below called.

Syaoran looked down. "You!"

Eriol smiled. "Hai, it's me. Surprised?"

"Not in the least. What do you want now?"

"Gathering information, I believe my dear descendent has been making *ahem* physical moves on Sakura yet he has not admitted three simple words."

Syaoran scowled. "I don't know how to tell her now, after all that's happened. How can I tell her? She knows and I know, what's the point?"

"The point is after you tell her, you'd be put at ease," Eriol put on his smug smile.

Syaoran frowned. "Urgh. Quit pressuring me."

"As you wish, dear Syaoran, but you have said to me before that you will tell Sakura. Procrastinating is not a good thing- in homework though, that's a different story."

Syaoran clenched his fist. "Alright, Hiiragizawa! Stop tormenting me!"

Eriol chuckled and walked away.

AUTHOR'S NOTE: Terrible ending ne? Took me 7 days to write. Bad case of writer's block. The next chapter will be the end chapter. This story has been so bad!!!! *sigh I had to do some research on the waltz before I wrote this chapter so do forgive me to have you waiting.

If you want the ending in Syaoran's apartment do tell me. Thru email (shikubu@hotmail.com) or by reviewing. Thank you!

Expect the ending tomorrow but it might be delayed.