*sighs* Yet another chapter of How Do I Tell? I think it sounds stupid. But
I guess I'll just get on with the fic… First, I wanna clear some stuff. As
I have put in the first chapter, Sakura's mother name is Natasha. But I
wanna thank those who helped me correct my mistakes. Her Japanese name is
Nadeshiko. Now, on to the thank you list. *scrolls up the reviews*
Sakura Angel--- You're my best supporter! Thanks for reviewing all my fic chapters!!! And did I leave a cliffhanger? I didn't know THAT was a cliffhanger… -_-;; But anyway, thanks for your review! *hugz*
Sweet Anime Fan--- Thank you sssooo much for taking time off to read my fics. I know you're busy and I really appreciate your reviews! And also thanks for correcting me on my mistake. And if you think I write a lot of fics, you should look at how much Starrie writes. But anyway, thanks a million for your review!! ^^
Melissa--- Thanks for supporting me! You don't know how much your review mean to me. I was so shocked and surprised when I see that 11 reviews… I thought I would only have 5! And I've continued my other fics too! -_-;; I know you've waited for a month… sorry for making you wait! ^-^
Angel Kitty Kat--- I've continued! ^-^ Thanks for your review!
Care the wild thing--- I've written Chapter 2! And thanks for saying you like my fic! *smiles*
Annie--- *hugglez* When are you and Melissa going to get you're email?? I wanna chat with you!!! And I've updated my other fics too! Thanks for reviewing ALL my fics!! ^-^
L-chan--- I've continued!!! ^-^ And thanks for your review!
Sakura Jade--- *sweatdrops* Whoops! Guess I got soccer and football mixed up… 'cause in Singapore, football and soccer means the same thing… I think. Anyway, I've updated! Hope you'll like this chapter!
Sapphire-chan--- I think you spelt 'Nadeshiko' wrongly yourself… -_-;; Anyway, thanks for your review!
Majin Gogeta--- I didn't say Syaoran was a jerk. Maybe I didn't exactly phrase it well… but I meant that Michael was the jerk. ^-^ And I promise you, it WILL end with a S+S!! ^^
Summer Rain--- You reviewed under my pen-name again… -_-;; But anyway, *laughs* you're right. I haven't exactly been updating my fics a lot for quite some time. Thanks for saying my intro to this fic is nice, though. And I also did update my other fics! ^-^ Now YOU have to update yours!!!
There! Now that I'm done with that, let's start the fic!!
Key:
***Characters' P.O.V***
****~~****~~****~~****~~****~~ (Change of Scene)
"talking"
"thinking"
(SN: Starlight's Notes!!! I love 'em!)
Info:
The CCS gang are all 16.
Tomoyo and Eriol have been dating for a month.
Chiharu and Yamazaki have been together for four months.
Rika is still alone. (SN: Single!)
Sakura and Syaoran… well… you'll have to read the fic! ^_~
Disclaimer: I do not and will never own CCS. ;_;
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***Readers' P.O.V***
"Hey, Sakura!" Tomoyo chirped as she walked into the Burger Place with Eriol by her side. She looked simply radiant in a lavender silk dress that falls just above her knee. She heard Syaoran scowling beside her and knew what was going to happen next.
"Hey, Sakura!" Eriol smiled at Sakura then turned to Syaoran. "Hi, my cute little descendent!" His smile widened at Syaoran's scowl. Chiharu, Yamazaki, Rika, Sakura, and Syaoran were sit together in one booth meant for 10 people. There wasn't any other available booth so they had to sit at the large table.
"Have you prepared for your debate competition yet?" Sakura quickly changed the conversation, turning to Yamazaki. Yamazaki was on the debate team and there was going to be a competition the following week on whether they should wear school uniforms or home clothes to school. Yamazaki was debating against wearing school uniform.
"I'm all set. You just prepare to wear your home clothes next Thursday!" he said confidently.
"Yeah, right. And if you ever win, I'll let you spend the night at my house," she joked and rolled her eyes.
"You mean it?" Yamazaki asked hopefully.
"In your dreams. You know my mother won't allow," she punched him playfully in the arms.
"So, when's the next football match?" Rika asked, biting into her cheeseburger.
"Next Saturday," Syaoran replied distractedly. He frowned as the little silver bell on the door jingled, signaling the arrival of another customer. Michael and Heather had walked in arm in arm. Eriol, noticing his frown, turned around.
"Well, well. What do you know? It's such a coincidence, isn't it? Fancy meeting you here, Li," Michael snickered.
"I'm surprised you can fit in through the door. Your ego is so big I thought you wouldn't be able to get in," Syaoran smirked.
"Why, you," Michael took a step towards him. Sakura and the others were watching the scene between them, afraid that a fight would break up. The Burger Place had also suddenly gone quiet.
"Sakura, use your magic," Tomoyo whispered, nudging her.
"How? There are so many people here. And what card should I use anyway?" she whispered back, her eyes not leaving the two boys.
"The toilet! And use the time card that Syaoran had given you," she said as she got out of the booth.
"What if there's someone in the toilet?" Sakura asked worriedly as she entered the restroom.
"I'll just tell them that there's an 'interesting' scene outside that they simply could not miss," Tomoyo shrugged.
"Oh! There's no one inside! Thank god. Now, let's use the card. Time card! Release and dispel!" Sakura commanded. Just then, the door opened. Chiharu and Rika gasped.
"Sakura! What are you doing?" Chiharu asked just as Rika exclaimed, "Sakura- chan! You have MAGIC?"
Just after they said it, the Time card flew out of the toilet and time stopped outside. Then, after accomplishing its mission, the Time card flew right back in.
"Ok, now spill! What was that all about?" Chiharu asked curiously. Sakura seemed to be swaying. The Time card had used up her energy.
"Tomoyo-chan? You were with her. And you don't seem surprised at all. Do you know anything?" Rika turned to a wide-eyed Tomoyo.
Just then, Sakura fainted. "I'll explain to you later. Right now, we need to get Sakura home. But you have to promise not to tell anyone," Tomoyo said nervously as she rushed to Sakura's side.
"Ok, we'll help you," the girls chorused. As they stepped out of the toilet, Rika suddenly shrieked. "WHAT HAPPENED?" she screamed.
Tomoyo giggled nervously. Rika rarely lost her cool. The only time when she really broke down and cried was when she found that Mr Tereda had been married.
"Uh… Time stopped? This involves Sakura's secret. I'll tell you what. Why don't Rika and I bring Sakura home first then Chiharu, you stay and tell them that Sakura had a headache and went home with Rika and I accompanying her? That's partly the truth. But first, let's get the twosome out of here before any fight breaks out," she gestured towards Heather and Michael.
Together, the three dragged Heather and Michael--- Michael was dragged into the girl's toilet while Heather was dragged into the boy's toilet.
Just as they were leaving, Tomoyo suddenly turned around and called to Chiharu, "Oh! And bring Eriol and Syaoran along too!"
"We'd better hurry. Time's power is running out soon," Tomoyo muttered as she and Rika hailed a taxi and shoved Sakura inside. They smiled sheepishly at a VERY surprised-looking taxi-driver and gave him Sakura's address.
Then, they looked at each other and laughed, wishing that they were there to see the scene of Heather and Michael.
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***Syaoran's P.O.V***
"Wh… what happened?" I asked groggily as I lifted my head from the table.
"Uh… you suddenly black out," Chiharu muttered distractedly. 'Weird. Why is she staring at the toilet?' I wondered. My question was soon answered.
Suddenly screams came out from the girls' restroom and laughter from the boys' restroom.
The whole crowd burst into laughter as a very embarrassed-looking Michael and a VERY humiliated Heather rushed out of the restrooms.
"You--- you must have done this," Michael glared at me as he comforted Heather and brought her out of the Burger's Place. I just shrugged. I know I wasn't the one who did this, but what can I say? I enjoy seeing him squirm.
"Where's Sakura, Tomoyo and Rika?" Eriol asked as he turned around and looked for them.
"Uh… Sakura had a headache and went home. Tomoyo and Rika accompanied her," Chiharu explained, using Tomoyo's excuse.
"Huh? Then why didn't we notice them leave?" I asked, confused.
"I know! Some magician must have come in here and made us sleep just right after the three girls left. It was said that long ago, magicians had the abilities to make people disappear…," he began his story. This time, Chiharu didn't stop him. Yamazaki did not know how close he was to the truth.
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***Reader's P.O.V***
"I think I've lost my appetite," Syaoran muttered, giving Eriol a look. Surprisingly, he nodded.
"Yamazaki? Why don't you go home and prepare for the debate competition first?" Chiharu asked sweetly.
"Ok. Are you coming with me?" he asked, watching Eriol getting up and foot the bill.
"I can't. I promised my mom I'll cook dinner today," she lied.
"That's too bad. Oh, well. Guess I'll see you guys later," he waved as he got out of the Burger's Place.
"You guys heading over to see Sakura?" Chiharu asked, catching up with the boys. They nodded and walked even faster.
"Uh… Chiharu, your house is the other way," Syaoran pointed out.
"Oh, the chores can wait. I'll go with you," she said breezily. She was surprised when the boys seemed nervous.
"You know anything about Sakura?" she asked, uncertain about their reaction.
"What things?" they asked cautiously.
"Never mind. Tomoyo asked me to come along with the both of you, anyway," she said, getting excited as she recognized the Kinomoto's estate.
"Come on! Let's go in," she said brightly as she pushed open the gate and rang the bell. Tomoyo opened immediately.
"Sakura's awake," she said simply and gestured for them to follow her.
"Hey, guys," Sakura greeted them cheerfully. Rika was tapping her foot impatiently. "Ok, ok. I get your point, Rika. I'm going to get straight to the point. Eriol, Syaoran-kun, Rika and Chiharu know about my secret," she looked away, knowing their reactions.
"WHAT?!" they shouted. Just then, Kero flew in.
"Hey, is there a party here or something?" Then he noticed their expressions. "What happened?" he asked anxiously.
"I'll start from the beginning…," Sakura sighed.
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Nadeshiko looked worriedly at her daughter. She was always able to use the cards without fainting, but now, she had fainted. She thought about the scene at the Burger Place. Just after Michael and Heather had entered, everything was fine.
Then, Syaoran and Michael had started arguing and Sakura's aura seemed to be weaker. After that, she had sensed the black aura.
It was definitely stronger than before…
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There! Another chapter done! It didn't take me THAT long to update, didn't it? Anyway, I know it's kinda short… but I'll TRY to type a longer chapter next time… IF I get reviews!!! ^-^ Pls R+R!!!
~Amber-chan
Sakura Angel--- You're my best supporter! Thanks for reviewing all my fic chapters!!! And did I leave a cliffhanger? I didn't know THAT was a cliffhanger… -_-;; But anyway, thanks for your review! *hugz*
Sweet Anime Fan--- Thank you sssooo much for taking time off to read my fics. I know you're busy and I really appreciate your reviews! And also thanks for correcting me on my mistake. And if you think I write a lot of fics, you should look at how much Starrie writes. But anyway, thanks a million for your review!! ^^
Melissa--- Thanks for supporting me! You don't know how much your review mean to me. I was so shocked and surprised when I see that 11 reviews… I thought I would only have 5! And I've continued my other fics too! -_-;; I know you've waited for a month… sorry for making you wait! ^-^
Angel Kitty Kat--- I've continued! ^-^ Thanks for your review!
Care the wild thing--- I've written Chapter 2! And thanks for saying you like my fic! *smiles*
Annie--- *hugglez* When are you and Melissa going to get you're email?? I wanna chat with you!!! And I've updated my other fics too! Thanks for reviewing ALL my fics!! ^-^
L-chan--- I've continued!!! ^-^ And thanks for your review!
Sakura Jade--- *sweatdrops* Whoops! Guess I got soccer and football mixed up… 'cause in Singapore, football and soccer means the same thing… I think. Anyway, I've updated! Hope you'll like this chapter!
Sapphire-chan--- I think you spelt 'Nadeshiko' wrongly yourself… -_-;; Anyway, thanks for your review!
Majin Gogeta--- I didn't say Syaoran was a jerk. Maybe I didn't exactly phrase it well… but I meant that Michael was the jerk. ^-^ And I promise you, it WILL end with a S+S!! ^^
Summer Rain--- You reviewed under my pen-name again… -_-;; But anyway, *laughs* you're right. I haven't exactly been updating my fics a lot for quite some time. Thanks for saying my intro to this fic is nice, though. And I also did update my other fics! ^-^ Now YOU have to update yours!!!
There! Now that I'm done with that, let's start the fic!!
Key:
***Characters' P.O.V***
****~~****~~****~~****~~****~~ (Change of Scene)
"talking"
"thinking"
(SN: Starlight's Notes!!! I love 'em!)
Info:
The CCS gang are all 16.
Tomoyo and Eriol have been dating for a month.
Chiharu and Yamazaki have been together for four months.
Rika is still alone. (SN: Single!)
Sakura and Syaoran… well… you'll have to read the fic! ^_~
Disclaimer: I do not and will never own CCS. ;_;
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***Readers' P.O.V***
"Hey, Sakura!" Tomoyo chirped as she walked into the Burger Place with Eriol by her side. She looked simply radiant in a lavender silk dress that falls just above her knee. She heard Syaoran scowling beside her and knew what was going to happen next.
"Hey, Sakura!" Eriol smiled at Sakura then turned to Syaoran. "Hi, my cute little descendent!" His smile widened at Syaoran's scowl. Chiharu, Yamazaki, Rika, Sakura, and Syaoran were sit together in one booth meant for 10 people. There wasn't any other available booth so they had to sit at the large table.
"Have you prepared for your debate competition yet?" Sakura quickly changed the conversation, turning to Yamazaki. Yamazaki was on the debate team and there was going to be a competition the following week on whether they should wear school uniforms or home clothes to school. Yamazaki was debating against wearing school uniform.
"I'm all set. You just prepare to wear your home clothes next Thursday!" he said confidently.
"Yeah, right. And if you ever win, I'll let you spend the night at my house," she joked and rolled her eyes.
"You mean it?" Yamazaki asked hopefully.
"In your dreams. You know my mother won't allow," she punched him playfully in the arms.
"So, when's the next football match?" Rika asked, biting into her cheeseburger.
"Next Saturday," Syaoran replied distractedly. He frowned as the little silver bell on the door jingled, signaling the arrival of another customer. Michael and Heather had walked in arm in arm. Eriol, noticing his frown, turned around.
"Well, well. What do you know? It's such a coincidence, isn't it? Fancy meeting you here, Li," Michael snickered.
"I'm surprised you can fit in through the door. Your ego is so big I thought you wouldn't be able to get in," Syaoran smirked.
"Why, you," Michael took a step towards him. Sakura and the others were watching the scene between them, afraid that a fight would break up. The Burger Place had also suddenly gone quiet.
"Sakura, use your magic," Tomoyo whispered, nudging her.
"How? There are so many people here. And what card should I use anyway?" she whispered back, her eyes not leaving the two boys.
"The toilet! And use the time card that Syaoran had given you," she said as she got out of the booth.
"What if there's someone in the toilet?" Sakura asked worriedly as she entered the restroom.
"I'll just tell them that there's an 'interesting' scene outside that they simply could not miss," Tomoyo shrugged.
"Oh! There's no one inside! Thank god. Now, let's use the card. Time card! Release and dispel!" Sakura commanded. Just then, the door opened. Chiharu and Rika gasped.
"Sakura! What are you doing?" Chiharu asked just as Rika exclaimed, "Sakura- chan! You have MAGIC?"
Just after they said it, the Time card flew out of the toilet and time stopped outside. Then, after accomplishing its mission, the Time card flew right back in.
"Ok, now spill! What was that all about?" Chiharu asked curiously. Sakura seemed to be swaying. The Time card had used up her energy.
"Tomoyo-chan? You were with her. And you don't seem surprised at all. Do you know anything?" Rika turned to a wide-eyed Tomoyo.
Just then, Sakura fainted. "I'll explain to you later. Right now, we need to get Sakura home. But you have to promise not to tell anyone," Tomoyo said nervously as she rushed to Sakura's side.
"Ok, we'll help you," the girls chorused. As they stepped out of the toilet, Rika suddenly shrieked. "WHAT HAPPENED?" she screamed.
Tomoyo giggled nervously. Rika rarely lost her cool. The only time when she really broke down and cried was when she found that Mr Tereda had been married.
"Uh… Time stopped? This involves Sakura's secret. I'll tell you what. Why don't Rika and I bring Sakura home first then Chiharu, you stay and tell them that Sakura had a headache and went home with Rika and I accompanying her? That's partly the truth. But first, let's get the twosome out of here before any fight breaks out," she gestured towards Heather and Michael.
Together, the three dragged Heather and Michael--- Michael was dragged into the girl's toilet while Heather was dragged into the boy's toilet.
Just as they were leaving, Tomoyo suddenly turned around and called to Chiharu, "Oh! And bring Eriol and Syaoran along too!"
"We'd better hurry. Time's power is running out soon," Tomoyo muttered as she and Rika hailed a taxi and shoved Sakura inside. They smiled sheepishly at a VERY surprised-looking taxi-driver and gave him Sakura's address.
Then, they looked at each other and laughed, wishing that they were there to see the scene of Heather and Michael.
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***Syaoran's P.O.V***
"Wh… what happened?" I asked groggily as I lifted my head from the table.
"Uh… you suddenly black out," Chiharu muttered distractedly. 'Weird. Why is she staring at the toilet?' I wondered. My question was soon answered.
Suddenly screams came out from the girls' restroom and laughter from the boys' restroom.
The whole crowd burst into laughter as a very embarrassed-looking Michael and a VERY humiliated Heather rushed out of the restrooms.
"You--- you must have done this," Michael glared at me as he comforted Heather and brought her out of the Burger's Place. I just shrugged. I know I wasn't the one who did this, but what can I say? I enjoy seeing him squirm.
"Where's Sakura, Tomoyo and Rika?" Eriol asked as he turned around and looked for them.
"Uh… Sakura had a headache and went home. Tomoyo and Rika accompanied her," Chiharu explained, using Tomoyo's excuse.
"Huh? Then why didn't we notice them leave?" I asked, confused.
"I know! Some magician must have come in here and made us sleep just right after the three girls left. It was said that long ago, magicians had the abilities to make people disappear…," he began his story. This time, Chiharu didn't stop him. Yamazaki did not know how close he was to the truth.
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***Reader's P.O.V***
"I think I've lost my appetite," Syaoran muttered, giving Eriol a look. Surprisingly, he nodded.
"Yamazaki? Why don't you go home and prepare for the debate competition first?" Chiharu asked sweetly.
"Ok. Are you coming with me?" he asked, watching Eriol getting up and foot the bill.
"I can't. I promised my mom I'll cook dinner today," she lied.
"That's too bad. Oh, well. Guess I'll see you guys later," he waved as he got out of the Burger's Place.
"You guys heading over to see Sakura?" Chiharu asked, catching up with the boys. They nodded and walked even faster.
"Uh… Chiharu, your house is the other way," Syaoran pointed out.
"Oh, the chores can wait. I'll go with you," she said breezily. She was surprised when the boys seemed nervous.
"You know anything about Sakura?" she asked, uncertain about their reaction.
"What things?" they asked cautiously.
"Never mind. Tomoyo asked me to come along with the both of you, anyway," she said, getting excited as she recognized the Kinomoto's estate.
"Come on! Let's go in," she said brightly as she pushed open the gate and rang the bell. Tomoyo opened immediately.
"Sakura's awake," she said simply and gestured for them to follow her.
"Hey, guys," Sakura greeted them cheerfully. Rika was tapping her foot impatiently. "Ok, ok. I get your point, Rika. I'm going to get straight to the point. Eriol, Syaoran-kun, Rika and Chiharu know about my secret," she looked away, knowing their reactions.
"WHAT?!" they shouted. Just then, Kero flew in.
"Hey, is there a party here or something?" Then he noticed their expressions. "What happened?" he asked anxiously.
"I'll start from the beginning…," Sakura sighed.
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Nadeshiko looked worriedly at her daughter. She was always able to use the cards without fainting, but now, she had fainted. She thought about the scene at the Burger Place. Just after Michael and Heather had entered, everything was fine.
Then, Syaoran and Michael had started arguing and Sakura's aura seemed to be weaker. After that, she had sensed the black aura.
It was definitely stronger than before…
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There! Another chapter done! It didn't take me THAT long to update, didn't it? Anyway, I know it's kinda short… but I'll TRY to type a longer chapter next time… IF I get reviews!!! ^-^ Pls R+R!!!
~Amber-chan