Summary: Sakura and Syaoran are in a singing contest, which, if they win, get a recording contract plus a lot of fame. They're rivals, of course, but once they get closer, they start to fall in love. They work their way up to the top two, but who will win?
READ THIS!!!!!!!!! VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!!!!
A/N: Yay! Chapter 4!! This is rolling along. Please review!!
And please don't diss me for putting lyrics to other's peoples songs in here. I warned you in the first chapter, and in the disclaimer I am plainly saying that I don't own any of the songs. Also, don't flame me because this is a lot like American Idol. I warned you about that before, too. Anyways, review! (but no flames…I douse them out with water anyways).
Disclaimer: I do NOT own CCS, plus I don't own the songs that are in here. Let me say that again, I DO NOT OWN THE SONGS THAT ARE IN HERE.
Special Thanks: To Meehmeeh, who is a very faithful reader and reviewer (lol) and Karen, my best friend out there in the Middle of Somewhere! (ps read the list of names VERY carefully) And also to SoUrPoP1004, who is an excellent writer! LOL!!
Road to Stardom
By SwEeT AnGeL 1004
Chapter 4: Did They Make It?
Sakura nervously bit her nails as she waited that Wednesday night rehearsal. (if you've forgotten, they have rehearsals every night at 5).
Syaoran was pacing around beside her, a hard expressionless look on his face.
"Are you nervous?" Sakura whispered to Syaoran.
He paused his walking and said, "Do I look like it?"
Sakura let a smile out and said, "Yeah. A lot nervous!"
Syaoran shrugged and turned his head trying to conceal a smile that just happened to pop out whenever Sakura smiled, and continued his pacing.
They were in the auditorium on the stage, waiting for Mr. Kenora to come with the results.
Everyone look nervous, and finally Mr. Kenora came out.
"I have the list. Since today's the first day, I will be reading them aloud. You might want to get ready to leave since I'm canceling rehearsals tonight. Okay. Out of the 50 that were picked in the beginning, we've narrowed it down to half, which is 25 to you idiots that failed in math," Mr. Kenora said.
He took out a list and without any warning began to read.
"Tazuki Minoto, Shaun Tanaka, Maho Lee, Akikazu Sakagami, Dokuohtei Royama, Richard Chen, Shinhye Park, Dukyeh Takahomo, Raicho Oshima, and Namiko Mutsum," Mr. Kenora paused, and 40 people applauded for them.
"Come here and stand up with me," Mr. Kenora said, and the ten people got up and stood proudly next to him.
Mr. Kenora continued reading, "Sori Kim (A/N: LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sorry. Inside joke. ::snicker::), Maeko Koi, Joruri Ichi, Hanako Fumiyo, Funaki Gensei, Hedey Hideyosho, Ichimonji Oso, Tsuchie Kurusawa, Sakura Kinomoto, and Syaoran Li."
Sakura screamed, "YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
People gave blank stares at her, but Sakura was so busy jumping up and down all excited, hugging a surprised Syaoran and yelling. (Tomoyo and Meiling weren't allowed to be there.)
Sakura grabbed Syaroan's hand and ran up to stand in the line with the other 18 people.
Sakura didn't even listen to the other 5 people's name; she was floating on cloud nine.
After reading the list of names, Mr. Kenora said, "Well, that's it. Those of you who didn't make it, pack up. You're leaving tomorrow morning. Keep in mind that these votes came from the public audience, not me. Now LEAVE."
The other 25 disappointed people left, some people crying, upset.
Sakura only watched them pitifully, but turned to Mr. Kenora when he said, "Well that's it. Some of you have no talent yet the public seemed to have liked you. Next concerts in three days. I expect you to have new songs with pre-recorded background music. Tonight's rehearsal is canceled. Meet back tomorrow here at 5."
Sakura left with Syaoran, chattering excitedly, "Oh my gosh, I actually made it! This is so cool. And congratulations on making it too, Syaoran! You were great. That song was so moving. Do you think we can go out on a celebration dinner, you know?"
Syaoran looked at her for a second, and the only thing he could think to say was--
"Sure, of course."
"Ooh, looks like a nice restaurant. You're paying, right Syaoran?" Meiling asked, peering at the entrance of a classy place that had a five star rating.
"What?" Syaoran exclaimed, "I never said that!"
Meiling said, "Well, who is? I didn't bring my credit card."
She turned around and gave a fake wink at Tomoyo and Sakura who were in the backseat of the red BMW with black leather seats Meiling and Syaoran had rented.
"Oh, shut up. I'll pay as long as you guys order something under 10$," Syaroan said.
"Um, Syaoran?" Tomoyo asked timidly, "I don't think they even sell DRINKS that are under ten dollars."
Sakura and Meiling started laughing hilariously, and Tomoyo joined in.
Syaoran groaned and look heavenward and said, "Why? Why am I stuck with these women? WHY?"
Finally they gave the car to valet parking and entered the restaurant.
"Hmm…smells nice," Sakura commented.
"Remember your DIET," Tomoyo reminded, and Sakura sighed and said, "Yes, MOM."
They were seated by a hot waiter guy who was winking at Sakura.
Syaoran bristled at this, but wondered, 'Why am I so jealous that this weird guy's hitting on Sakura? It's not like I'M interested……or am I?'
"Can I help you with your drinks?" the waiter asked.
"Yeah………can I get a glass of this Bloody Mary?" Syaoran asked, when he got bopped on the head by Meiling, who said, "Get us all lemonade. Ignore him."
"So four lemonades?" the waiter repeated, and nodded and left.
"What'd you do that for? I'm in the mood for some really strong drink!" Syaoran said, scowling at Meiling.
"Whatever. And get buzzed for the rest of the night, RIGHT? Anyways, we need to decide on what to eat for dinner. I'm going to have this cheese stuffed ravioli. Yum, looks good!" Meiling said, looking at the pictures from her menu.
"I'm going to get the beef tips and steamed vegetables," Tomoyo announced.
"I'll get the lobster fettuccini," Syaoran said.
"I guess I'll just order a soup and salad," Sakura said mournfully, casting a look at the picture of spaghetti on her menu.
Syaroan said, "Come on, Tomoyo. Let her eat something. I mean, we ARE out here because of Sakura making it and everything."
"Fine. But you're going to do twenty pushups for me later, young lady!" Tomoyo said, and Sakura grinned and said, "I'm getting the spaghetti with meatballs and some shrimp inside, too and for dessert I'd really like that tiramisu."
Then Sakura looked up at Syaoran and smiled, and mouthed, "Thank you."
Syaoran blushed and tried to act like he didn't care.
They gave their orders to the waiter, and received their drinks.
The foursome calmly sipped on their drinks, chatting quietly on gossip and whatever.
Syaoran was thinking up of some lyrics to his newest song that featured Meiling, when their entrees came in.
"Eat!" Sakura exclaimed and clapped her hands joyfully.
She dug into her food, eating like she hadn't eaten in six months.
Tomoyo and Meiling and Syaoran looked at her, sweat drops on their heads.
"Good?" Syaoran couldn't help asking, picking at his fettuccini.
"MMM!!!" Sakura replied, scraping the last bits of tomato sauce with some Italian bread.
After dinner……………..
The night, which had been so clear and breezy, turned dark and stormy.
"You know, this is a good night for shopping. The shops are still open since it's only 7:30, I think we should try and hit the stores. I still haven't found an outfit for my mini duet with Syaoran," Meiling said.
"I agree," Tomoyo heartily said, and Sakura shrugged, "Whatever. I'll go with you guys."
Syaoran groaned again, and said, "I'll drive you guys. I have to stop by the music store downtown, anyways."
"Then that's settled. Let's go downtown!" Meiling said.
Syaoran carefully drove down to the town and parked in a metered zone.
They got out, and it was slightly drizzling, but Tomoyo and Meiling refused to let their shopping spirits be let down.
As they pranced before Sakura and Syaoran, Syaoran asked Sakura, "You're not much of a shopper?"
Sakura shrugged, and said, "I don't feel like it today. Otherwise I'd be dancing along with them. I'll keep you company."
Syaoran shook his head, "No thanks. I gotta go buy some blank sheet music at the music store over there."
Sakura, slightly disappointed, said, "Okay. Well, see you later."
She dragged her feet into the store which Meiling and Tomoyo had gone into.
Meiling whispered to Tomoyo, "Do you think our plan is working?"
Tomoyo whispered back, behind a rack of cute summer tees, "I don't know! Sakura's never had a boyfriend before and I don't think she's going to start, especially with your cousin."
"Well, we have to make this plan succeed. Stupid Syaoran's out in the music store. Oh well. We'll figure it out tonight," Meiling said back.
"Okay! Ooh, there's Sakura. Act normal," Tomoyo said, and said, "Hi Sakura! Wanna help me pick out one of these cute shirts?"
Sakura shook her head, "No thanks. I'll go wait outside or something, okay? Let me know when you're finished."
Meiling and Tomoyo nodded, wondering what was up.
Sakura slowly made her way out the store and sat on a fire hydrant, watching people pass by on the busy sidewalk.
Minute passed……….then when it seems more than half an hour had passed, Sakura grew worried.
She walked back into the store and asked the manager, "Have you seen my friends around? Tomoyo Daidouji and Meiling Li."
The manager shook her head and said, "Nope. They left twenty minutes ago, carrying a lot of bags."
"Okay………" Sakura said, and went back outside.
Through the hectic streets, she saw no sign of the two girls, nor Syaoran.
Eventually the crowds died down and that's when it started raining like crazy.
Sakura was cold and miserable, and kept on looking around.
(A/N: She's kind of stupid. Why doesn't she go into a store or something? Or at least search for them instead of standing around? Oh well. I wrote this.)
Someone roughly grabbed her from the shoulders, and Sakura shrieked in terror, and swiveled around to face the person.
"Oh, it's you!" Sakura cried, half sobbing, and threw her wet arms around Syaoran.
"Relax. Where were you? Tomoyo and Meiling were going crazy looking for you," Syaoran said, trying to ignore the fact that Sakura had her arms wrapped around him, making him unable to breath.
"I don't know. I was just waiting here," Sakura said, crying hardly now.
"Calm down. Here, take my coat. You must be freezing. Tomoyo and Meiling are waiting by the car," Syaoran said, and gently put his thick coat around Sakura's arms.
He put his arm around her when Sakura tripped on a rock, and Sakura leaned on his chest, slowly falling asleep.
Syaoran sighed when he saw that she had fallen asleep, and gently picked her up in his arms.
The rain eventually stopped and they made their way to the car and Meiling and Tomoyo opened the door for Syaoran.
"I'll drive. You can stay in the back with Tomoyo," Meiling quickly said, and Tomoyo agreed.
Syaoran narrowed his eyes in suspicion, but sat in the back with Sakura, whose head slid down to his lap, in a deep sleep.
Meiling wildly drove the car to the freeway, where they encountered horrible night traffic, so Meiling stopped the car.
"Why was Sakura crying about being lost? She's 21, for god's sake," Syaoran said.
"Sakura got lost when she was really young. She's terrified about it……..her mom died when she was young, and she thought her brother and father had deserted her, too. It's just a childhood thing," Tomoyo quietly explained.
The Li cousins were entranced by her story and didn't notice that the traffic had cleared up until someone behind them honked.
Meiling cussed and threw a finger out the window and quickly lurched the car forward. Yes, she has horrible car etiquette.
Sakura woke up from the commotion, rubbing her eyes and said, "What happened?"
She blushed when she realized that her head was in Syaoran's lap, and quickly sat up.
"You fell asleep. That's all. We'll be back at the hotel in no time," Meiling explained in the middle of cussing out a person who had cut in front of her.
With no accidents or broken bones, they FINALLY reached the hotel, happy to have survived Meiling's driving.
Meiling and Tomoyo quickly departed the car, leaving Sakura and Syaoran alone to make their way up to the hotel room.
"I'll walk you up," Syaoran offered, and Sakura smiled and said, "Of course. I mean, your room is right next to ours."
Syaoran blushed at that comment, and Sakura blurted out, "You look cute when you blush."
They were silent after that, and Sakura was thinking to herself, "Idiot, idiot, idiot, idiot, idiot, idiot, IDIOT!!!!!!!!"
They reached the hall in front of their doors, and Syaoran said, "You do too."
They blushed again, and Sakura cleared her throat and said, "Well………..thanks for carrying me to the car. And here's your coat."
Sakura shrugged out of the loose coat and handed it over to Syaoran……….and their fingers brushed together.
Their heads were awfully close together, and if they leaned together, they could kiss.
Sakura was looking up into Syaoran's eyes, and she tilted her head and slowly moved her head towards Syaoran's.
They both closed their eyes and………..
Meiling flung the door open and said, "Hi! Whatcha doing?"
Syaoran stomped off and said, "Nothing. Just don't ever make me go shopping again."
Sakura shook her head, and said, "He's messed up. I'm going to take a walk up to the roof, okay?"
Meiling nodded and said, "Just don't fall off and make sure you come in by 12."
Sakura grinned and said, "Okay. Let me grab my jacket."
Sakura quickly got a thick jacket and ran back out, and as soon as she was out of earshot Tomoyo exclaimed to Meiling, "What'd you do that for? It's not part of our plan! You ruined the moment! They could've kissed!"
Meiling said, "Shh!! Syaoran will hear you! Sorry. I didn't know they would be kissing."
"Well, what do you think they were doing out there for so long? Oh well. Next time," Tomoyo said, and they shook hands.
Sakura was up on the roof top in the cool breeze that had followed the quick shower that night. (The weather patterns in Tokyo are very unusual.)
She was thinking about what had happened that night…….
Sakura looked up at the stars and thought aloud, "Why is this so complicated? Argh! He's making me so frustrated………I mean, first he's so sweet and the next moment so guarded. He's acting like he's somebody else around everyone else. Watching his back like he can't freaking relax. I just like it when he's cool and collected……….but sweet and tender. Life is just……stupid. I just fall and crawl and break and try to take what I get…..and have to turn it into honesty."
Sakura sighed, not realizing she had just spoken the lyrics of her next song.
She suddenly perked up and said, "Hey……that'd make a good song!!!" (Imagine Ernesto from Greetings from Tucson.)
Sakura found a pen and piece of paper from her pocket and quickly jotted down what she had said, and made her way downstairs, in a much better mood.
"Maybe….maybe things will get better. Maybe Syaoran will come out his shell. Maybe……………." Sakura mused.
A/N: This is the end of chapter 4! Look for more chapters, coming to you SOON!! I'm probably going to make this the same length as Finding a Mother, Becoming a Mother, which is about 16 chapter. Please review! And if you want to be part of my "mailing list", where I e-mail people whenever I update on ff.net, please REVIEW and tell me! And mainly, REVIEW!!!!!!!! *no flames, please*
READ THIS!!!!!!!!! VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!!!!
A/N: Yay! Chapter 4!! This is rolling along. Please review!!
And please don't diss me for putting lyrics to other's peoples songs in here. I warned you in the first chapter, and in the disclaimer I am plainly saying that I don't own any of the songs. Also, don't flame me because this is a lot like American Idol. I warned you about that before, too. Anyways, review! (but no flames…I douse them out with water anyways).
Disclaimer: I do NOT own CCS, plus I don't own the songs that are in here. Let me say that again, I DO NOT OWN THE SONGS THAT ARE IN HERE.
Special Thanks: To Meehmeeh, who is a very faithful reader and reviewer (lol) and Karen, my best friend out there in the Middle of Somewhere! (ps read the list of names VERY carefully) And also to SoUrPoP1004, who is an excellent writer! LOL!!
Road to Stardom
By SwEeT AnGeL 1004
Chapter 4: Did They Make It?
Sakura nervously bit her nails as she waited that Wednesday night rehearsal. (if you've forgotten, they have rehearsals every night at 5).
Syaoran was pacing around beside her, a hard expressionless look on his face.
"Are you nervous?" Sakura whispered to Syaoran.
He paused his walking and said, "Do I look like it?"
Sakura let a smile out and said, "Yeah. A lot nervous!"
Syaoran shrugged and turned his head trying to conceal a smile that just happened to pop out whenever Sakura smiled, and continued his pacing.
They were in the auditorium on the stage, waiting for Mr. Kenora to come with the results.
Everyone look nervous, and finally Mr. Kenora came out.
"I have the list. Since today's the first day, I will be reading them aloud. You might want to get ready to leave since I'm canceling rehearsals tonight. Okay. Out of the 50 that were picked in the beginning, we've narrowed it down to half, which is 25 to you idiots that failed in math," Mr. Kenora said.
He took out a list and without any warning began to read.
"Tazuki Minoto, Shaun Tanaka, Maho Lee, Akikazu Sakagami, Dokuohtei Royama, Richard Chen, Shinhye Park, Dukyeh Takahomo, Raicho Oshima, and Namiko Mutsum," Mr. Kenora paused, and 40 people applauded for them.
"Come here and stand up with me," Mr. Kenora said, and the ten people got up and stood proudly next to him.
Mr. Kenora continued reading, "Sori Kim (A/N: LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sorry. Inside joke. ::snicker::), Maeko Koi, Joruri Ichi, Hanako Fumiyo, Funaki Gensei, Hedey Hideyosho, Ichimonji Oso, Tsuchie Kurusawa, Sakura Kinomoto, and Syaoran Li."
Sakura screamed, "YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
People gave blank stares at her, but Sakura was so busy jumping up and down all excited, hugging a surprised Syaoran and yelling. (Tomoyo and Meiling weren't allowed to be there.)
Sakura grabbed Syaroan's hand and ran up to stand in the line with the other 18 people.
Sakura didn't even listen to the other 5 people's name; she was floating on cloud nine.
After reading the list of names, Mr. Kenora said, "Well, that's it. Those of you who didn't make it, pack up. You're leaving tomorrow morning. Keep in mind that these votes came from the public audience, not me. Now LEAVE."
The other 25 disappointed people left, some people crying, upset.
Sakura only watched them pitifully, but turned to Mr. Kenora when he said, "Well that's it. Some of you have no talent yet the public seemed to have liked you. Next concerts in three days. I expect you to have new songs with pre-recorded background music. Tonight's rehearsal is canceled. Meet back tomorrow here at 5."
Sakura left with Syaoran, chattering excitedly, "Oh my gosh, I actually made it! This is so cool. And congratulations on making it too, Syaoran! You were great. That song was so moving. Do you think we can go out on a celebration dinner, you know?"
Syaoran looked at her for a second, and the only thing he could think to say was--
"Sure, of course."
"Ooh, looks like a nice restaurant. You're paying, right Syaoran?" Meiling asked, peering at the entrance of a classy place that had a five star rating.
"What?" Syaoran exclaimed, "I never said that!"
Meiling said, "Well, who is? I didn't bring my credit card."
She turned around and gave a fake wink at Tomoyo and Sakura who were in the backseat of the red BMW with black leather seats Meiling and Syaoran had rented.
"Oh, shut up. I'll pay as long as you guys order something under 10$," Syaroan said.
"Um, Syaoran?" Tomoyo asked timidly, "I don't think they even sell DRINKS that are under ten dollars."
Sakura and Meiling started laughing hilariously, and Tomoyo joined in.
Syaoran groaned and look heavenward and said, "Why? Why am I stuck with these women? WHY?"
Finally they gave the car to valet parking and entered the restaurant.
"Hmm…smells nice," Sakura commented.
"Remember your DIET," Tomoyo reminded, and Sakura sighed and said, "Yes, MOM."
They were seated by a hot waiter guy who was winking at Sakura.
Syaoran bristled at this, but wondered, 'Why am I so jealous that this weird guy's hitting on Sakura? It's not like I'M interested……or am I?'
"Can I help you with your drinks?" the waiter asked.
"Yeah………can I get a glass of this Bloody Mary?" Syaoran asked, when he got bopped on the head by Meiling, who said, "Get us all lemonade. Ignore him."
"So four lemonades?" the waiter repeated, and nodded and left.
"What'd you do that for? I'm in the mood for some really strong drink!" Syaoran said, scowling at Meiling.
"Whatever. And get buzzed for the rest of the night, RIGHT? Anyways, we need to decide on what to eat for dinner. I'm going to have this cheese stuffed ravioli. Yum, looks good!" Meiling said, looking at the pictures from her menu.
"I'm going to get the beef tips and steamed vegetables," Tomoyo announced.
"I'll get the lobster fettuccini," Syaoran said.
"I guess I'll just order a soup and salad," Sakura said mournfully, casting a look at the picture of spaghetti on her menu.
Syaroan said, "Come on, Tomoyo. Let her eat something. I mean, we ARE out here because of Sakura making it and everything."
"Fine. But you're going to do twenty pushups for me later, young lady!" Tomoyo said, and Sakura grinned and said, "I'm getting the spaghetti with meatballs and some shrimp inside, too and for dessert I'd really like that tiramisu."
Then Sakura looked up at Syaoran and smiled, and mouthed, "Thank you."
Syaoran blushed and tried to act like he didn't care.
They gave their orders to the waiter, and received their drinks.
The foursome calmly sipped on their drinks, chatting quietly on gossip and whatever.
Syaoran was thinking up of some lyrics to his newest song that featured Meiling, when their entrees came in.
"Eat!" Sakura exclaimed and clapped her hands joyfully.
She dug into her food, eating like she hadn't eaten in six months.
Tomoyo and Meiling and Syaoran looked at her, sweat drops on their heads.
"Good?" Syaoran couldn't help asking, picking at his fettuccini.
"MMM!!!" Sakura replied, scraping the last bits of tomato sauce with some Italian bread.
After dinner……………..
The night, which had been so clear and breezy, turned dark and stormy.
"You know, this is a good night for shopping. The shops are still open since it's only 7:30, I think we should try and hit the stores. I still haven't found an outfit for my mini duet with Syaoran," Meiling said.
"I agree," Tomoyo heartily said, and Sakura shrugged, "Whatever. I'll go with you guys."
Syaoran groaned again, and said, "I'll drive you guys. I have to stop by the music store downtown, anyways."
"Then that's settled. Let's go downtown!" Meiling said.
Syaoran carefully drove down to the town and parked in a metered zone.
They got out, and it was slightly drizzling, but Tomoyo and Meiling refused to let their shopping spirits be let down.
As they pranced before Sakura and Syaoran, Syaoran asked Sakura, "You're not much of a shopper?"
Sakura shrugged, and said, "I don't feel like it today. Otherwise I'd be dancing along with them. I'll keep you company."
Syaoran shook his head, "No thanks. I gotta go buy some blank sheet music at the music store over there."
Sakura, slightly disappointed, said, "Okay. Well, see you later."
She dragged her feet into the store which Meiling and Tomoyo had gone into.
Meiling whispered to Tomoyo, "Do you think our plan is working?"
Tomoyo whispered back, behind a rack of cute summer tees, "I don't know! Sakura's never had a boyfriend before and I don't think she's going to start, especially with your cousin."
"Well, we have to make this plan succeed. Stupid Syaoran's out in the music store. Oh well. We'll figure it out tonight," Meiling said back.
"Okay! Ooh, there's Sakura. Act normal," Tomoyo said, and said, "Hi Sakura! Wanna help me pick out one of these cute shirts?"
Sakura shook her head, "No thanks. I'll go wait outside or something, okay? Let me know when you're finished."
Meiling and Tomoyo nodded, wondering what was up.
Sakura slowly made her way out the store and sat on a fire hydrant, watching people pass by on the busy sidewalk.
Minute passed……….then when it seems more than half an hour had passed, Sakura grew worried.
She walked back into the store and asked the manager, "Have you seen my friends around? Tomoyo Daidouji and Meiling Li."
The manager shook her head and said, "Nope. They left twenty minutes ago, carrying a lot of bags."
"Okay………" Sakura said, and went back outside.
Through the hectic streets, she saw no sign of the two girls, nor Syaoran.
Eventually the crowds died down and that's when it started raining like crazy.
Sakura was cold and miserable, and kept on looking around.
(A/N: She's kind of stupid. Why doesn't she go into a store or something? Or at least search for them instead of standing around? Oh well. I wrote this.)
Someone roughly grabbed her from the shoulders, and Sakura shrieked in terror, and swiveled around to face the person.
"Oh, it's you!" Sakura cried, half sobbing, and threw her wet arms around Syaoran.
"Relax. Where were you? Tomoyo and Meiling were going crazy looking for you," Syaoran said, trying to ignore the fact that Sakura had her arms wrapped around him, making him unable to breath.
"I don't know. I was just waiting here," Sakura said, crying hardly now.
"Calm down. Here, take my coat. You must be freezing. Tomoyo and Meiling are waiting by the car," Syaoran said, and gently put his thick coat around Sakura's arms.
He put his arm around her when Sakura tripped on a rock, and Sakura leaned on his chest, slowly falling asleep.
Syaoran sighed when he saw that she had fallen asleep, and gently picked her up in his arms.
The rain eventually stopped and they made their way to the car and Meiling and Tomoyo opened the door for Syaoran.
"I'll drive. You can stay in the back with Tomoyo," Meiling quickly said, and Tomoyo agreed.
Syaoran narrowed his eyes in suspicion, but sat in the back with Sakura, whose head slid down to his lap, in a deep sleep.
Meiling wildly drove the car to the freeway, where they encountered horrible night traffic, so Meiling stopped the car.
"Why was Sakura crying about being lost? She's 21, for god's sake," Syaoran said.
"Sakura got lost when she was really young. She's terrified about it……..her mom died when she was young, and she thought her brother and father had deserted her, too. It's just a childhood thing," Tomoyo quietly explained.
The Li cousins were entranced by her story and didn't notice that the traffic had cleared up until someone behind them honked.
Meiling cussed and threw a finger out the window and quickly lurched the car forward. Yes, she has horrible car etiquette.
Sakura woke up from the commotion, rubbing her eyes and said, "What happened?"
She blushed when she realized that her head was in Syaoran's lap, and quickly sat up.
"You fell asleep. That's all. We'll be back at the hotel in no time," Meiling explained in the middle of cussing out a person who had cut in front of her.
With no accidents or broken bones, they FINALLY reached the hotel, happy to have survived Meiling's driving.
Meiling and Tomoyo quickly departed the car, leaving Sakura and Syaoran alone to make their way up to the hotel room.
"I'll walk you up," Syaoran offered, and Sakura smiled and said, "Of course. I mean, your room is right next to ours."
Syaoran blushed at that comment, and Sakura blurted out, "You look cute when you blush."
They were silent after that, and Sakura was thinking to herself, "Idiot, idiot, idiot, idiot, idiot, idiot, IDIOT!!!!!!!!"
They reached the hall in front of their doors, and Syaoran said, "You do too."
They blushed again, and Sakura cleared her throat and said, "Well………..thanks for carrying me to the car. And here's your coat."
Sakura shrugged out of the loose coat and handed it over to Syaoran……….and their fingers brushed together.
Their heads were awfully close together, and if they leaned together, they could kiss.
Sakura was looking up into Syaoran's eyes, and she tilted her head and slowly moved her head towards Syaoran's.
They both closed their eyes and………..
Meiling flung the door open and said, "Hi! Whatcha doing?"
Syaoran stomped off and said, "Nothing. Just don't ever make me go shopping again."
Sakura shook her head, and said, "He's messed up. I'm going to take a walk up to the roof, okay?"
Meiling nodded and said, "Just don't fall off and make sure you come in by 12."
Sakura grinned and said, "Okay. Let me grab my jacket."
Sakura quickly got a thick jacket and ran back out, and as soon as she was out of earshot Tomoyo exclaimed to Meiling, "What'd you do that for? It's not part of our plan! You ruined the moment! They could've kissed!"
Meiling said, "Shh!! Syaoran will hear you! Sorry. I didn't know they would be kissing."
"Well, what do you think they were doing out there for so long? Oh well. Next time," Tomoyo said, and they shook hands.
Sakura was up on the roof top in the cool breeze that had followed the quick shower that night. (The weather patterns in Tokyo are very unusual.)
She was thinking about what had happened that night…….
Sakura looked up at the stars and thought aloud, "Why is this so complicated? Argh! He's making me so frustrated………I mean, first he's so sweet and the next moment so guarded. He's acting like he's somebody else around everyone else. Watching his back like he can't freaking relax. I just like it when he's cool and collected……….but sweet and tender. Life is just……stupid. I just fall and crawl and break and try to take what I get…..and have to turn it into honesty."
Sakura sighed, not realizing she had just spoken the lyrics of her next song.
She suddenly perked up and said, "Hey……that'd make a good song!!!" (Imagine Ernesto from Greetings from Tucson.)
Sakura found a pen and piece of paper from her pocket and quickly jotted down what she had said, and made her way downstairs, in a much better mood.
"Maybe….maybe things will get better. Maybe Syaoran will come out his shell. Maybe……………." Sakura mused.
A/N: This is the end of chapter 4! Look for more chapters, coming to you SOON!! I'm probably going to make this the same length as Finding a Mother, Becoming a Mother, which is about 16 chapter. Please review! And if you want to be part of my "mailing list", where I e-mail people whenever I update on ff.net, please REVIEW and tell me! And mainly, REVIEW!!!!!!!! *no flames, please*