A Love for Meilin
This is a sequel for After the Crash. I really didn't think I could write one – I didn't have any ideas for it. But recently, I gained a new respect for Meilin, and so I was inspired to write this story. So if you like Meilin, I think you might like this. I do think this story can be read on its own, but I strongly recommend that you read After the Crash first. It'll help set up this story much better, and I think you will appreciate and like this story much more.
Disclaimer: I do not and never will own Card Captor Sakura in any way. All the credit goes to the wonderful anime team Clamp.
Enjoy!! ^_^
Chapter 1: A Visit
Meilin turned the TV off and sighed in relief. Wei looked over at the young girl worriedly. She hadn't slept well during the last few days, and it was obvious. Her face was pale, her eyes dark and swollen, her hair and clothes ragged. Wei had been very worried as well. When he heard that his Li's plane had gone down, he was been devastated. But now, with the announcement that Syaoran-sama and his friend had been found, everything should be okay.
"Would you like some tea, Meilin-san?" Wei asked gently.
She looked up at him, her eyes only slightly brighter after hearing the news. "Okay," she mumbled. I'm so glad that Syaoran is okay…and Sakura-san too. I was so worried, but I wonder why they didn't use the cards to get out of there. I'm still a little worried though…I want to see him…
"It's nice to hear that Syaoran-sama has been found," Wei mentioned. Meilin looked at him and nodded.
"I want to go," Meilin said. Wei looked up at her surprised. "Go?"
"To Japan…to see Syaoran," Meilin explained. Wei smiled.
"That might be a good idea." Meilin jumped as she heard the unexpected voice. She stood as Yelan, Li's mother walked over to them. "You can make sure he is okay."
Meilin stared at the beautiful woman. I know I was worried, but I can't even imagine how she felt. But she did say that she knew he was alive when we first heard about the crash. I wonder if she could sense him?
"I'll have someone prepare your things and order some tickets for you and Wei to go," Yelan said, then quietly left the room.
Meilin finally smiled for the first time sense Syaoran left. "I'm going to go home and pack," she said excitedly. She had been at Li's house since the news first reached them about the horrible accident.
Wei watched as she hurriedly got up and left. Things are finally going to get back to normal.
***
Meilin breathed a sigh of relief as she stepped off the plane in Tokyo the next day. I was afraid something would happen like it did with Syaoran. I used to love flying…not anymore.
"Let's go," Wei suggested, leading the way out of the airport. He quickly located an empty taxi.
"Do you think he'll be back from that hospital they took him to?" Meilin asked.
"I don't know," Wei said. "If not, we'll just wait in his apartment till he returns."
Meilin sighed. I hope he's there.
***
Syaoran smiled at the beautiful girl sleeping against his shoulder as the car stopped outside of his apartment.
He gently moved her away, trying to get out of the car without waking her.
"Thank you for bringing me home," Syaoran said quietly. Fujitaka smiled kindly at him. "And thank you for taking care of Sakura." Syaoran blushed.
"Syaoran…" Sakura muttered, slowly opening her eyes. "Where…?"
"We just got back to Tomoeda," Syaoran replied. "We're at my apartment."
"You're leaving?" Sakura asked.
Syaoran smiled, leaning back into the car and hugging her. "You have to go home and rest." She looked up at him sadly. He kissed her forehead. "I'll talk to you later, okay?" he said, the backed away and closed the door.
"Finally he's gone," Touya mumbled. Fujitaka looked at his son and smiled. "He's a nice guy, isn't he, Touya?" Fujitaka's smile grew wider as his son refused to answer. I think he actually does approve of him…
"How are you feeling, Sakura-chan?" Tomoyo asked.
"I'm fine," Sakura replied yawning. She slowly closed her eyes once more as the car began to move.
Tomoyo smiled. I wish I had my camera.
***
Syaoran walked slowly toward his apartment. He hated leaving Sakura, but he was tired too. It had been a long couple of days. He suddenly stopped as he realized he didn't have his key. I can't believe I forgot about that. At least I wasn't carrying anything really important on that plane.
His eyes suddenly widened as the doorknob in front of him began turning. He watched in surprise as the door quickly swung open, revealing an anxious Meilin. Her eyes began to water as she looked at him, and she suddenly burst toward him, wrapping her arms worriedly around his neck.
"Meilin…" Syaoran muttered.
"I was so worried Syaoran!" Meilin exclaimed. Syaoran…he's okay.
Syaoran looked over her shoulder to see Wei. "What are you doing here?"
"Everyone was worried about you. We wanted to come, and your mother wished us to make sure you were okay," Wei answered.
"Well…I'm fine," Syaoran said. "But I am glad to see you both." He gently began trying to remove Meilin's arms from around his neck. She wouldn't budge. He sweatdropped.
"Uh…Meilin?"
She finally pulled back and looked straight into his eyes. "Are you really okay?"
He smiled gently at her. "Yes, I'm fine."
She suddenly took a hold of his hand and began pulling him into the apartment. "You have to tell us everything that happened okay?"
Wei looked at Syaoran concerned by the expression on his face. He looks tired. "He can tell us tomorrow. We should let him rest for now."
Syaoran looked at him in silent gratitude. It was already pretty late. The drive from the hospital had taken all day. He sunk down onto the couch Meilin led him to. She sat down next to him, keeping a firm grip on his hand.
As Wei went off to prepare a drink for him, he slowly closed his eyes. I can't believe it's all over. It might have been only a few days ago that we actually crashed, but it seems like it's been so much longer. He sighed. And I can't believe I actually told Sakura how I felt in the hospital. I was so worried about her out there, especially when she got so sick. But now she's okay…and she said she loves me too. I still can't believe how lucky I am. He smiled.
Meilin just sat back and watched as these thoughts floated through his mind. Her eyes widened just a little as she saw a bright smile spread across his face. What is he thinking about? It would be so nice if he were thinking about me… She frowned. But he was out there alone with that Sakura…he must be thinking about her. Syaoran, why can't you love me?
She jumped slightly as his head slumped down. He had fallen asleep.
***
End of Chapter 1