[pic]GOMEN NASAI!! I am so sorry for the long wait, it just that I was
almost done with chapter 12, then my computer got jacked up then I lost
everything, I felt so depressed because and it was going to be my longest
chapter and I hate retyping the same thing, sooo anyways, after a couple of
weeks [I mean months hehe] I for some reason went on ff.net and saw that I
have a few new reviews, I read them all and them I read my past reviews and
finally decided to start it over again because just ignoring it won't get
it done! Oh and I have a ton of excuses- I mean reasons (^_^;;) why I
haven't updated for so long! So here's chapter 12! Enjoy! (
Disclaimer: Yah, you know it, I know it now lets keep it that way shall we?
Key:
"..." Talking
'...' Thoughts
(...) Me blabbing
[...] Translation of a word(s)
~*~*~*NAME*~*~*~scene changes to the person's name
*....* expressions/actions during speaking
~*~*~*~*~*~*~Reminder of what happened in chapter 11~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Sakura needed help with her math and Syaoran volunteered to help. They went to Syaoran's house and began. Syaoran tutored (tutored not tortured, there's a difference hehe) Sakura, afterwards they got tired and went out to eat at a Chinese restaurant.
When there were done they went to this park (not the park with the big penguin slide) and watched the scenery, Sakura almost fell in the lake but luckily Syaoran caught her. Syaoran's watch interrupted their 'magical' moment.
Sakura had dinner with the Li family. When they were done Syaoran walked her home, Sakura went home to find Touya on the couch, she was surprised that Touya did not call Syaoran gaki but she shook it off, Syaoran and her both went to take a shower and went to sleep.. dreaming of each other..
THE VALENTINE DANCE...
Chapter 12 (YAY! Finally huh?) Another confession and One Magical Date
Setting: In the classroom
(Days skip all the way to the math test)
Meiling and Syaoran went in the classroom and were greeted by Tomoyo and Eriol.
"Ohayo!" Tomoyo and Eriol both said. "Ohayo," Meiling and Syaoran replied. Shortly Jason appeared, "Ohayo minna!" He said. They all replied back.
Syaoran look around, no sign of Sakura, "Where is Sakura-chan?" "Ah! Worried Li-kun? Don't worry your cherry blossom will show up soon, it's almost time for the bell to ring and you know how she is, always late but always manage to make it on time," Syaoran blushed when Tomoyo referred Sakura as his.
Then all of a sudden Sakura rushed in with the roller blades still on her feet. She came in at a very fast speed. "Hoeeee! Watch out!" She yelled frantically. All the students quickly got out of the way. Sakura was heading right towards the overhead. She put her arms over her head and shut her eyes tightly to prepare for the crash. Somehow her blades won't stop, it was as if they were stuck or something, she was going at a fast speed. She was about 2 feet away from the overhead and she was getting closer...When something or should I say someone caught her.
Sakura felt herself halt. She slowly opened her emerald eyes to find that it was Syaoran (DUH! ^_^;)who have caught her. Tomoyo whipped out her camera. Syaoran grabbed her waist and lifted her legs up. (He was carrying her) He looked at her deeply, once again lost in her emerald eyes. Sakura just stared at his fiery amber eyes.
The class just looked admiring the 'couple'. "Are you ok?" Syaoran finally spoke, in a soft voice.
Sakura snapped out of her trance and replied shakily, "H-H-Hai, Arigato." (Y-Y-Yes, thank you)
Syaoran carefully placed her down. They both went to their respective seats; Sakura put her rollerblades in her bag. Soon the sensei came in and placed his briefcase on his desk. (umm ok Kero set Sakura's clock ahead by a few minutes so that she won't be late.so.blah I think u get the point)
From behind Sakura's desk, Syaoran whispered, "Good luck on the test Sakura- chan," Sakura turned around halfway and gave him a smile, "Arigato Syaoran,"
The sensei started to speak, "Now as you may have know, we have that important math test to do, I hope you all have study for this test is 75% of your grade." (That explains how important this test is, right?)
There were a few groans from the class while the others remain quiet while the sensei passed out the sheets and the booklets. "As soon as you get your test sheet and booklet, you may start, and remember no cheating! If I catch you, I will confiscate your paper and you will fail automatically."
Sakura looked at the booklet and the paper she had been handed to. She look at the problems in the booklet, 'hmm this stuff looks like the stuff Syaoran taught me' Sakura went to work right away. The test was easy for Tomoyo because math isn't a problem to her. Syaoran, Meiling and Eriol didn't have to take it since they are new, they would have to take it later. They will have to read a book until the test is over.
After each problem was done, Sakura would check to make sure it was right.
!~!~!~Time passes~!~!~!~
"Ok class a ten minute warning, if you do not get done, I will have to grade on what you have so far.
Sakura just finisher her last problem and she checked it, since she had a few minutes left she re-check all her problems to make sure that they were right. This test is very important to her and she can't fail, her grade is a bit low and she needs to bring it up.
The bell rang. "Ok class, get in an orderly line and hand in your papers to me, and put the test booklets on my desk. Your test result will be posted on the outside wall soon, be sure to be there to check it out." The students did as they were told; Sakura placed the booklet on the desk and gave her test to the sensei. Syaoran was waiting for her outside.
"So how did you do on the test?" Syaoran asked. Sakura smiled, "I think I did ok, at least I think so anyways, well I couldn't have done it without you Shaoran, arigato you helped me a lot!"
Syaoran blushed a bit but smiled back, "It's not a problem Sakura, whenever you need help just ask me?"
Sakura blushed, "Uh, thanks"
Syaoran smiled nervously, "Its you're welcome, I'll always be ther for you" Syaoran felt nervous saying that.
"Ok."
Suddenly, Tomoyo and the others show up. "So, Sakura, how'd you do?" Tomoyo asked Sakura. Sakura smiled, "I think I did ok, thanks to Shaoran's help."
Eriol piped up, "Help? Did Syaoran tutor you?" "Hai" Sakura nodded. "AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! Syaoran tutoring Sakura! And I missed it! WAIIIIIIIIII!!! It would've made such a kawaii tape!" Everybody anime-fell except Tomoyo. (Uhhh you know what I'm talking about)
They all went to their next class which is history. (ZzZz(-_-)zZzZ)
~*~*~*~*~Time passes to lunch time~*~*~*~*~*
After the bell rang Sakura rushed outside, eager to see how she did on the test, behind her were Meiling and Tomoyo trailing behind, "Sakura! Wait!" They yelled trying to catch up.
There weren't much people there for they have gone to lunch already. Sakura looked at the list searching for her name, she found it and placed her finger on it and trailed it across the paper to the score.
"Let's see, Kinomoto Sakura, a...91%! That's a -1! YAY!!" All the students near looked at her weirdly; Sakura blushed and apologized, "Gomen."
Tomoyo and Meiling caught it with her and Syaoran, Eriol and Jason appeared, "What's up?" They asked, "Sakura is checking her score," Meiling explained. "So? How did you do Sakura?" Tomoyo asked, Sakura grinned, "I got a -1!"
Everybody's eyes widen, "What!? Kinomoto actually passed a test?! And a math test while at that! What is this world coming to?!" Meiling said dramatically, the others laugh at this joke, Sakura frown cutely, "Mou! You don't have to be that sarcastic! If because of Shaoran's help here!" Sakura said, winking at Syaoran causing him to blush a little.
"You guys go on ahead outside; I need to get something that I forgot in the classroom," Syaoran said. "And I need to use the restroom," Sakura said and with that they went their separate ways.
Tomoyo, Jason, Meiling and Eriol got to the cherry blossom tree and were waiting for Syaoran and Sakura.
"You know... Xiao Lang is just too shy or nervous with Sakura," Meiling started. "Yeah I noticed, he's tough, really tough but when he's around Sakura, he's different, like he turns soft." Jason laughed, Eriol laughed along with him.
"HEY...! Syaoran didn't forget about the date did he? The dance is coming up and they should have their date before that! Beside it was a deal after all, Syaoran wins over Michael, he gets a date!" Tomoyo said after a while.
"Hey..that's right.. hehe, more torturing my cute descendent hehe," Eriol said smiling mischievously. "Well we have to tell him but we can't make sound so obvious!" Meiling said afterwards. They were busy discussing their plans when Syaoran and Sakura approach them.
"Hey guys" Meiling, Jason, Tomoyo and Eriol jump at the voices. They turned around to find Sakura and Syaoran standing a few feet away from them. "What were you guys talking about?" Sakura asked them. Tiny sweatdrops were running down the four matchmakers heads. "NOTHING," They all said at the same time, they looked at each other and more sweatdrops rolled down their head.
Syaoran and Sakura both sat down, Sakura began to unpack her lunch while Syaoran eyed (more like glared) the matchmakers with suspicious eyes which caused more nervousness for the four.
"So, anything new happened?" Syaoran asked coolly, the four let out a sigh in relief that Syaoran didn't ask any suspicious questions and began to feel more at ease. "Nothing except Huroni-Sensei's temper exploded." Jason said. Meiling giggled, "Yea, she was throwing her hands around because the class was talking too much and won't listen to her; it was kind of funny."
The 6 (Syaoran, Sakura, Eriol, Tomoyo, Meiling, and Jason.that's six right? Right.) Began to eat their lunch, they were talking about the usual stuff, what it might be in the future, they were also telling Jason about their Clow Card adventures.
Afterwards it turned quiet, everybody was just eating lunch when Tomoyo thought that this was the perfect opportunity to bring up the bet, "Oh, Syaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaoran..," Syaoran looked up with what looked like a scared look; he did not like that tone of that voice one bit. "..Y-yea?" Tomoyo gave out an evil grin to the others, "Did you or did you not forget that you and Michael had a deal. remember?"
Syaoran's face turned a light pink all of a sudden. "W-w-w-well uh uhh err, HEY WAIT A MINUTE! How did you guys know about the fight? From what I remember, nobody was there, and Sakura, did you tell anybody? *Sakura shakes her head, meaning no* and I don't think Tsyuri would brag about losing," Syaoran said eyeing the four closely.
Once again, small sweatdrops were rolling down the four matchmaker's heads, they did not think about this beforehand. What would they do? What would they say?
"Uhh.someone saw the fight.." Jason started
"And he was hidden.." Meiling said after.
"He told a few people." Tomoyo attempted, Syaoran would get angry when he find out that they been spying on Sakura and him and Syaoran is very scary when he is angry.
"So we overheard about the bet. Eriol finished. (Wow that was dumb, -.-)
Syaoran didn't seem to believe them one bit, "I didn't see anybody." "WELL THEN HE MUDST BE HIDDEN VERY WELL THEN" Jason said quickly, scratching his head. Everybody look at him, he gave out a sheepish smile. "Anyways, Syaoran, what about the bet? You can't back out now; it was part of the deal." Syaoran turned pink. "W-W-Well, u-u-uhh I wouldn't mind *gulp* going with Sakura, it's just that I don't want to force her to go out with me."
"I wouldn't mind." A voice said softly. Everyone turned to the voice, it was Sakura, her head was low but you can see a tint of pink on her cheeks. "Go Syaoran, ask her.." Jason whispered to Syaoran, urging him.
"..Sakura...*Sakura looks up*..would you like to go out with me?...." Even though Sakura said she wouldn't mind, Syaoran was very unsure that she even wants to go. "I-I mean you don't have to of course, I'm not forcing you Sakura, you don't have to if you don't want to." Sakura looked up, blushing a bit but gave a small smile, "I said it and I will say it again, I wouldn't mind."
"Then it's settled! Syaoran and Sakura are officially going out! *Of course Sakura and Syaoran blushed at this*" Tomoyo clapped her hands together. The lunch bell rang telling the students that their next class will start soon.
Syaoran gave Sakura a small smile and said, "How about today? I'm free today *Sakura nods, agreeing that today is good* Ok..How about I pick you up at..uhh...." Syaoran looks at Tomoyo and the rest but especially Tomoyo and shakes his head, "Never mind, I'll tell you after school." Tomoyo's face faulted.
(Hehe get it? Well if you don't, Syaoran don't want Tomoyo and the others to know the time because they will be spying on them but you know Tomoyo she got her ways. Hehe.. *silence*.. IT WAS SUPPOSE TO BE FUNNY!! *Fake laughter in the background* ~ha ha ha~ -.o)
~*~*~*~After School~*~*~*~
Syaoran was really nervous, this will be his first date with Sakura, maybe, just maybe they might have a chance at being together, suddenly Sakura showed and he tried to prevent himself from blushing yet he failed. He regained his composure.
Sakura met up with Syaoran at the side of the school, "So what time?" Sakura asked but she did not blush at the sight of Syaoran "How about I pick you up at 6?" Syaoran was really surprised at how calm he was being. Sakura smiled, "6 is fine." "Do you want me to walk you home?" Syaoran asked nervously. "Hai, arigato" Sakura replied. And they went off.
Of course behind a row of trees were Tomoyo, Eriol, Jason and Meiling, "So they are leaving at 6 eh? Eriol mused. "And we'll be there to record every moment of it hohoho!" Tomoyo laughed cheerfully. The others sweatdropped, "Won't Syaoran and Sakura be mad when he finds out that we been spying on them?" Jason asked, "Yea, Jason's right, I certainly don't want Kinomoto- san or Xiao Lang to be mad at me." Meiling said. "Oh don't worry about it! Just wait and see! They will confess their undying love to each other and they would just love to see what we taped and that would bring back memories!" Tomoyo said at a rather fast pace. The others sweatdropped at Tomoyo's hyperness.
Syaoran took Sakura home and Syaoran went back to his apartment.
Sakura put the key in the keyhole, turned it and heard a click, she opened the door. "Tadaima!" 'hmm, I guess Otou-san and Onii-chan aren't home....where's Kero anyways?'
Then as if on cue, Kero came flying down, and you can tell he was eating because there is chocolate all over his face,(-.-) "Hiya Sakura! So how was school, anything new?" Kero asked.
"Actually there is, Syaoran asked me out because of a bet and I passed my math test with a one minus," Sakura said casually and calmly.
Kero mouth dropped open, his eyes went wide, "NANI?! Sakura! You-you- YOU got a 1-?!" Kero gawked. "Mou, you guy are so mean.." Sakura pouted and threw a pillow at Kero's face; Kero hit the sofa still with the pillow on his face. Kero didn't say anything about the date because he was so busy babbling about how the world is going to end. (hehe sorry if I made it seem like its impossible for Sakura to get a one minus on a test....heehe I find this kind of funny..^.^;)
Sakura went into the refrigerator to fix herself a sandwich. When she was done, she sat at the table, with her hand on her chin, supporting her.
'Shaoran......do you know that I love you? Ever since we were 12 and to now, I still love you. You said you love me when we were 12, do you still feel the same way? Or were you lying? It hurts; it hurts just wondering if you still feel the same way or not. I have to know, but I'm too scared to tell you.. afraid of rejection.
If you leave again, I'll die, but I don't think you love me, like MAYBE but love, no. You asked me out to the dance probably because you are more comfortable with me than with all those strange girls or something...and oh yes...that date coming up today... just from a bet! A bet! Nothing more but out of friendship!! Oh well I might as well enjoy this friendship date, because that's all I'll ever be to Shaoran, a friend.'
(Whoa did that come from me?! Well anyhoo how sad, Sakura thinks that Syaoran will never love her..well we gonna have to find out right? =?..)
Sakura, now in her own little world suddenly stood up, "OH NO! The date! What'll I do?! What'll I wear?" Sakura yelled frantically, even though she said that this date will most likely mean nothing to Syaoran, she still have to look her best.
"I know! I'll call Tomoyo! She's great at this kind of things," Sakura said and picked up her cell phone and dialed Tomoyo's number, on the first ring Tomoyo picked up the phone,
"Moshi?"
(Once again I'm not going to put who said that and who said what, only if they are needed)
"Hai, Tomoyo, this is Sakura..I need your help."
"My help? What do you need my help on Sakura-chan?" Tomoyo said, as if she didn't know.
"Uuhhhh, it's about the date..I need your help on what to wear and all that stuff."
"Hai Sakura, you don't have to explain, I'll be right over."
"Ah, arigato Tomoyo, you're the best!"
"No problem Sakura, C-ya later!"
"Ja!"
They both hung up after that.
~*~*~Back to Sakura~*~*~ Sakura pushed the off button on her cell phone, she was about to put her phone back into her purse when the doorbell rang. 'Hmm, who could that be?' Sakura wondered as she opened the door to find Tomoyo with bags in her hands. "Tomoyo! H-h-how did you get h-h-here so fast?" Sakura stammered. Kero flew up out of nowhere, "Konnichiwa Tomoyo!" "Less talk more work!" Tomoyo shushed Sakura and push her up the stairs. Tomoyo went back down and gave Kero a brand new video game, (ya know, to keep him busy.) "OH WOW! Arigato Tomoyo!!" Kero yelled excitingly. He flew around the room, hugging the video game.
Tomoyo hurried back upstairs. She put all her bags on Sakura's bed; she laid out the dresses too. "Ok, Sakura which dress do you like the best? I just made them this month." Sakura looked the 5 dresses over, all of them are beautiful but one caught her eye. She pointed to the dress she chosen, Tomoyo nodded, showing that she agree with Sakura's decision. Tomoyo packed the other dresses away, and she took the makeup out.
"Oh Yea! Sakura! I have some great news! Jason and Meiling confessed their feelings! Now they are officially going out together!" Tomoyo said with stars in her eyes. "Really? Jason and Meiling? How kawaii! That is so cool! I am so happy for Meiling," Sakura said.
'I AM happy for Meiling, they will make such a kawaii couple! *sigh* everybody is a couple now except for me..oh, Syaoran.'
"Wait a minute.you were there when they confessed?" Sakura looked at Tomoyo suspiciously. Tomoyo smiled sheepishly, "We were....s p y i n g on them. heeheehe,"
"Tomoyo! Don't you think you ought to give them a bit of privacy?" Sakura said. "I know Sakura.It's hard to resist.Hey I have it on tape! Do you want to see it?"
"..Ok! Yea! Here put the tape in the VCR." Sakura wanted to know how they confessed and what happened after it.
Tomoyo popped the tape in the VCR and the tape started playing..
*~*~*~Flashback~*~*~* Meiling and Jason were walking towards Meiling's apartment. Meiling looked up and smiled at Jason, causing him to blush. (^_^)
(I don't know if I mention this already but Jason has kind of spiked black hair and has sky blue eyes)
They were walking in silence, just enjoying the other's company. All of a sudden Meiling stopped, her head hung low. She knew she had to say it, she couldn't just avoid it forever, she was sure of it, sure of what she felt is true. Even a tough girl like her can have a nervous breakdown when it comes to things like this.
Jason looked back, and went to Meiling, "Meiling-chan, what's wrong?" Jason asked, concern written all over his face. Meiling stayed quiet and Jason noticed this, "Meiling, you know you could tell me anything, we been friends for a while now." (Yah I know, they met for like a couple of days, but they really understand each other ok?)
Meiling winced at this, 'Friends? Is that all he thinks of me? Maybe I shouldn't tell him.I mean he doesn't have to know....but then again, I won't rest until I do tell him'
"Jason..I have something important to tell you, well at least its important to me, I know we been friends for a while now, but I'm sure what I'm feeling is true, the thing is..I love you! I know you don't feel the same way and.. Well I just had to tell you!!"
Jason never spoke, he was shock. He looked at Meiling, her head was hung low but he could she tears falling down, before he had a chance to respond to this sudden confession, Meiling choked out, "I knew it! I ruined our friendship! (She's crying silently now and she's talking softly now) I could've just kept quiet.. I'm sorry to bother you with this, just forget this ever happened," And with that Meiling ran off, she didn't know where to but anywhere but with him.
Jason went back to his senses and ran after Meiling, Meiling noticing this stopped and turned around, Jason also stopped, there were 10 feet separating them. "I know you're trying to make me feel better, you don't have to, we don't even have to talk to each other at school, and we're just going to pretend that we never met each other. *she gave a weak, small smile* I'll get over it..someday," Meiling said, her dry tears streaked her face and fresh new one replaced them. As soon as she said the last word she ran off again.
Jason just stood there, thinking about how much he had hurt Meiling, he ran after her.
Meiling was running at a fast speed, crying at the same time, and then she felt someone grabbed her arm, surprised she turned around to find Jason. Jason, still holding her arm gave her a smile and swiftly spun her around so her face landed in his chest, He wrapped his arms around her waist, (If you don't get it, they are hugging) Meiling was too shock to move or even talk so she let Jason do the talking while she enjoyed the comfort of being in his arms.
"You know Meiling, you didn't even give me a chance to speak, *he gave out a small chuckle* the truth is that I love you too.I always had, from the first time I saw you come that door, I knew there was something special about you." Meiling struggled out of his arms; she stood in front of him, "No! No! You're just lying! You're just trying to make me feel better! You don't have to!" Jason looked at her tenderly, he grabbed her arm (gently) and pulled her to him, he held up her chin and looked at her tear-stained face, using his other hand he flicked away a tear that was running down her cheek, then the hand holding her chin brought her face closer to him and their lips met. 'Why is he kissing me when he doesn't love me?' her tears streamed down.
They broke apart like about after 30 seconds, Jason smiled a little, "I love you and that is the truth, don't you feel anything special about that kiss? I certainly did, Meiling I was just shocked, I love you, I really do, no one else could ever compare to you," Meiling just stood there and then she jumped into his arms, and cried on his shoulders and this time it was tears of joy. (-.-CORNY-.-)
~*~*~*~End of Flashback~*~*~*~ (Tell me your opinion on it)
"Kawaii." Tomoyo and Sakura both said at the same time. "They make such a great couple don't you agree?" Tomoyo said. She was on her belly with her hands supporting her head; her legs were going up and down. They were right in front of the TV. "Yea they are." Sakura said she was in the same position as Tomoyo.
"So. when are you going to admit to Syaoran?" Sakura turned red, 'how did she know? It as if she can see right through me.. what to do? What to say?'
"Hoe? What are you talking about Tomoyo?" Sakura said, pretending.
"Don't play dumb Sakura; you know very well what I'm talking about,"
"No I don't Tomoyo, plus we don't have time for this, we have one hour till 6!"
"Don't change the subject Sakura, and we have plenty of time. So when are you going to admit you FEELINGS to Syaoran?" Tomoyo said stretching each word and emphasizing the word, 'feeling'.
Sakura turned bright red, "See!" Tomoyo said giggling, "You're blushing as it is!" But Sakura's blush was soon gone, "Oh Tomoyo, what am I going to do? He doesn't love me.." Sakura said sighing.
Tomoyo looked up, "What makes you say that? How can you be so sure? He fought for you, he protected you, he even asked you to the dance!"
"I know..but to him, I'm just a friend, like if it was you, he would protect you too, and he just asked me to the dance because I know him well and the date was just from a bet."
"Oh Sakura." Tomoyo looked at her friend sadly, Sakura has lost her faith. 'oh Sakura, Syaoran loves you. if only you knew, I hate seeing you sad like this but I promised Syaoran that I wouldn't tell. AGH one of you guys better confess soon,'
"Well come on Sakura, sit on the chair and I'll get started on your face." She didn't wanted this conversation to get worse, most of all she didn't want Sakura to get upset.
Sakura sat in the chair in front of the mirror and Tomoyo got started.
She applied light, light blush to Sakura's cheek and she added pink eye shadow just above her eyes (meaning there is a thin streak of eye shadow on the bottom), and put on a touch of lip-gloss onto her lips. She didn't want to put a lot of make up on; Sakura wasn't that kind of person to wear much makeup anyway. Next she comb Sakura's hair and held the back hair with two hair clips, there was two strands of hair hanging down along with her bangs.
This took a while because before Tomoyo was experimenting.
It was almost time, just 20 more minutes; Sakura still has to get into her dress.
Sakura went into the bathroom and got dressed, (note, the dress comes up, so Sakura's hair won't be messed up or anything)
10 minutes Sakura came out to find Tomoyo with her camera in her hand. (^_^;) "Sakura! You look absolutely kawaii!!" Tomoyo practically squealed. Sakura sweatdropped, but she did looked 'kawaii'. Kero flew by and popped his head in Sakura's room, "What are you doing all dressed up Sakura?" Kero said, looking Sakura up and down.
"She's getting ready for her date with Syaoran!" Tomoyo said with stars in her amethyst eyes.
"NANI!!! A DATE?! AND WITH THE GAKI!?" Kero fumed, a vein popping out of his head.
"Calm down Kero, the date doesn't mean anything; it's just part of a deal." Sakura said calmly with a look of sadness in her eyes.
Tomoyo looked at Sakura sadly; Sakura seems to have lost her faith in Syaoran.
"Well I don't care! As long as it's with the Chinese gaki, I won't allow it!!" Kero was outraged. (If Kero get this mad.imagine Touya's reaction! Hehee)
"Come on Kero," Tomoyo yanked Kero's ear and headed towards the living room. "Owww! Tomoyo!! Let go!! That hurts!! OWWW!" Kero cried, getting 'dragged' away by Tomoyo. From in there, she yelled, "Use this time to get ready!" Sakura sweatdropped, "Hai."
~*~*~*~ In the Living room~*~*~*~
Tomoyo let go of Kero's ear, "Ouch. Tomoyo, why did you do that for?" Kero whined, rubbing his ear. "Listen Kero, you can't stop Sakura from going to that date!" Tomoyo said, looking at Kero.
"Oh yes I can, I can turn in Cerberus (or Keroberus, I think thats how you spell it. correct me plz.) and fried that gaki!" Kero said, smiling. Tomoyo crossed her arms, "No that's not what I meant, you and I know that Sakura loves Syaoran, and Syaoran loves Sakura, they are just too shy and afraid to admit their feelings, seriously Kero, this is the perfect opportunity for them!"
"NANI!? You honestly going to think that I'm just going to let Sakura go out with that gaki?!"
"Come on Kero, don't you want you mistress to be happy? She deserves happiness,"
Kero made a face, "Yeah the gaki was the one that's been causing her sadness for 5 years!"
Tomoyo kept a determined face on, "Yeah, but now he's back and all that going to change."
"But he's just going to break her heart again!"
"No he won't, Syaoran's not like that and he truly loves her, I know it,"
"...I don't know about this. I want Sakura to be happy, but I don't' trust the Chinese gaki."
Tomoyo grinned, Kero's about to change his mind, she brought out a can of pudding out, (don't ask me where she got it from) "Maybe this will help you change your mind." She said, waving the can of pudding in front of Kero.
Kero's eyes followed it and he was drooling.. "Yea that's right, the gaki can go out with Sakura, heck, he can marry her is he wants."
Tomoyo smiled, "Here's another new video game Kero, to keep you from getting bored." Kero broke out of his trance, grabbed the pudding and hugged Tomoyo, "ARIGATO!!!! Pudding and video games!!! This just keeps getting better and better!!"
~*~*~*~Back to Sakura~*~*~*~ She checker herself in the mirror one last time, the doorbell rang, Sakura gulped, that would be Syaoran, why are you nervous? You know he doesn't love you' Sakura said to herself, sadly.
"Sakura don't come down until when I give you the signal. I want to give you an entrance!" Sakura sweatdropped at this.
~*~*~ Tomoyo~*~*~
Tomoyo answered the door (with her camera ^_~) to find a dashing Syaoran, he dressed simply, but he looked incredibly handsome. He was wearing a black shirt with a beige jacket covering it; also the pants match so it was a tuxedo except with the bow tie or tie.
"Uhh. Hi Tomoyo, I didn't know expect to see you here, where's Sakura?" Syaoran asked nervously.
"Ohohohoho! Look at you Syaoran! You look soo handsome!! Ahh, a little impatient are we? *Syaoran blush* Just wait till you see Sakura!! She's getting ready for you," Tomoyo winked at Syaoran and zooming her camera on Syaoran. "Come in," Tomoyo said 'escorting' him in. They both sat down on the couch, "Hey! Sakura! You could come down now!" Tomoyo yelled. "Hai, just a minute! I need to find my purse!" Sakura yelled from upstairs.
"So Syaoran, are you going to tell her soon?" Tomoyo asked, putting her camera away. (for now! ^_^)
Syaoran blushed, "I hope so, I have to tell her soon, but I'm so afraid, how will she react? Maybe now isn't a right time. maybe later like at the dance or something."
"Syaoran you worried too much. you'll never know until you try," Tomoyo said. Then both heard the bedroom door shut, and heard footsteps. Syaoran stood up, Sakura gracefully came down the stairs, Syaoran eyes went wide, she was gorgeous!
Sakura was wearing a cerulean blue dress. The dress was simple yet very elegant, the bottom half of the dress is out a just a little with two layers of white underneath it, as for the top part it was in a v- shape neck collar and was sleeveless, the top part was outlined with a darker blue and decorated swirls were on the dress.
(hehe thought of that in 20 seconds, I'd be amazed if you can picture it! ^_~)
Now Sakura and Syaoran are face to face with Tomoyo in the side (^.^) recording every precious moment. Syaoran brought his hands back and one came out producing a single red rose. He brought it closer to Sakura, "For you." He said smiling and blushing at the same time. "Arigato," Sakura said monotonously, she took it in her hand and admired its beauty.
"Well Tomoyo, we'll be on our way now" Sakura said smiling. "Hai, have a great time!" Tomoyo replied back cheerfully. Syaoran went up ahead and opened the door for Sakura. He did the same when they got into his car, ' remember stay calm, you don't have to tell her now, maybe later, just stay calm and act casual' Syaoran reminded himself as he went to the drivers' seat.
~*~*~*~Tomoyo~*~*~*~ Still in the house, Tomoyo called out the gang, who was this whole time was hiding in the Kinomoto's backyard. "Come one guys! We have to get a move on! I bet they already left!" Tomoyo said to the others, (which is Meiling, Eriol and Jason. DUH) the rest of the gang just nodded and headed out to Jason's car. They started it, found Syaoran's car stopped at a red traffic light and started following them.
~*~*~*~S+S~*~*~*~((you guys aren't confuse by this are you? That doesn't mean that it goes to that person's POV, but to the place. )
The ride was silent so far, both Syaoran and Sakura were pretty rested listening to the radio. "So Sakura-chan, how did your onii-chan and that stuffed animal take it when they found out?" Syaoran said, hoping to a get a conversation started. Sakura laughed a bit remembering Kero's little outburst. "Kero took it surprisingly well," Sakura lied, "And Touya onii chan wasn't home so he didn't know about it but I'm sure Tomoyo will inform him," Sakura added.
"Well don't expect a happy, giddy Touya when you get home," Syaoran laughed, so did Sakura soon after.
"So where are we going?" Sakura, asked trying not to face Syaoran, remember he doesn't love you! Not EVER!' Sakura reminded herself, she bit her bottom lip, being here with Syaoran alone is enough and knowing that Syaoran doesn't have any feelings for her is worse. When Syaoran didn't answer she turned to look at him.
Syaoran felt Sakura's stare on him and he truly want to look back but he can't because he was on the road. But he smiled, he smiled his rare smile, a smile only meant for Sakura. *Sakura couldn't help but blush seeing his smile,*
(Get it?! Sakura won't blush because that means she's losing control and fall more in love with Syaoran, she's trying not to love him because that means heartbreak (, so she keeps reminding herself that Syaoran doesn't love her, so that's why she's not blushing sometimes, I hope that explains a bit)
"I only have one thing planned tonight and that's where we're going to go first, for the rest of the evening I thought we could go where the night takes us," Syaoran answered, smiling mysteriously.
After a short while, the car went to a halt and Sakura looked out the window to see the restaurant that Syaoran and she went to for lunch except for dinner they serve candlelight dinners.
The Chinese restaurant's name is Dyaikos'. [Die-ay-koes] (-.-;; I tried ok?!) Sakura saw Syaoran outside her window and saw him opening the door for her, "Arigato" She smiled and stepped out.
They went to a special section of the restaurant that Sakura never noticed before; Syaoran had the spot reserved; now Sakura noticed that the restaurant isn't all that small anymore. They were greeted by the waitress and she led them to a table, gave them their menus and also two glasses of water and went away to give them time to make their order.
~*~*~*~ The gang- M+J & E+T! ~*~*~*~
They managed to get a table of four RIGHT by S+S's table, but Sakura and Syaoran won't we able to spot them because there is a not too thick wall in between of the 6. The wall had big Chinese writings that went through, so if you peek in on of the letterings you could see what is going on the other side. (Hope you guys get that part. ^.^;;) ~*~*~S+S~*~*~
Both had the menus covering their faces. You could tell that they did not want to face each other. "So, what are you ordering, Sakura-chan?" Syaoran asked, bringing down his menu a little. Sakura also brought her menu down a bit, "I don't know Syaoran, and everything looks so tasty! I can't choose. onegai can you order for me?" Syaoran smiled, "Sure," Soon a waiter came in between them to take their order. Syaoran looked at the waiter and told him their order; the waiter wrote everything down, repeated it to make sure he got the right order then left.
"Syaoran.. You ordered so much, are you sure you'll be able to afford this?" Sakura looked at Syaoran whom sat across her.
Syaoran smiled, "Don't worry about it, I can afford it, just relax," Sakura felt herself melt under his gaze. "Alright, if you say so," Sakura said, avoiding eye contact with Syaoran
Neither of them spoke for a while.
~*~*~*~M+J & E+T~*~*~*~ "Agh, none of them are talking!" Meiling growled, looking through one of the letters. "I know! They have to get into a conversation soon! They're like zombies or something!" Tomoyo said, adjusting her camera lens to fit through one the Chinese letters. The guys sweatdropped at their girlfriends, "Eek! Look guys! Syaoran's blushing!" Tomoyo squealed quietly. The guys immediately got out of their seats and rushed over and squished themselves between Meiling and Tomoyo, "Hehe, cute little descendent is blushing." Eriol smiled his mysterious smile, Jason laughed softly.
From behind them they heard a voice, "Umm..uhhh.May I take your order?" A waitress said with a sweatdrop on her head.
All four shook and raise their heads and bumped into each other, "OWW!" came from all four, they looked at the waitress and smiled sheepishly with fairly large sweatdrops on their heads.
(heheh I thought that was funny)
~*~*~Back to S+S~*~*~
Their order came and it took three waiters/waitresses to bring their food. There were 3 candles in the middle of the table so there wasn't that much space. The waitress set up the plates and silverware. They set up the food and the food that won't fit in there was set on a small table on the side that had wheels on the bottom so it's movable. (hope you guys get it.)
Sakura stared at the food, "Hoeee... Syaoran, are you sure that we're able to eat all this?" Sakura asked staring at the food.
There is a lot of food on the two tables; there are beef, pork, noodles, shrimp, fish, chicken, all kinds of cooked vegetables and more.
Syaoran smiled again, "Don't worry, I don't know what you like to eat, so eat what you want and as much as you want," Sakura smiled, Syaoran thinks of everything, and she was positive that he can afford because when she saw his mansion she knew that he was rich but of course! He IS the Li Clan Leader after all!
Sakura picked up her chopsticks and tried one of the sauce-covered shrimp and slowly put it in her mouth, Syaoran watched her every move. Slowly in her mouth, Sakura began to chew it then swallow it.
"Ah, it's delicious!" Sakura exclaimed happily. Syaoran gave out a small grin, "I'm glad."
(Yes I know, Syaoran was blushing too much now he's smiling to much. so don't bother to point that out! -.-;;)
They ate in silence when suddenly one of them decided to speak up, "So, so do you know where we're going after this Shaoran," Sakura said while using a napkin to wipe the edge of her mouth. "I'm not sure yet, I'm still thinking about that." Syaoran answered truthfully.
"Oh, ok, so how's life treating you?" Sakura asked, still avoiding eye contact with Syaoran. 'He doesn't love you, remember that, oh why did I ever agree to go? I could've said that I was busy, he doesn't love me and that's that, *sigh* I might as well enjoy this since I'm nothing but a 'friend' to him'
Syaoran looked up at Sakura and wondered why Sakura was look at another direction, but he answered her anyway, "Been great ever since Meiling realized that the love I have for her is only as a cousin and nothing more. It's been nice not having her clinging on my arm," Syaoran chuckled, Sakura laughed softly, "Glad to hear that, and did ya know? Meiling and Jason are together now!" Sakura said excitedly.
"Really?" Syaoran said, arching up his right eyebrow, and continued, "I don't entirely trust that guy, Jason, but I'm sure Meiling knows what she's doing, just as long she's happy then I don't mind, well bottom line is that I'm just glad that she has someone to care for her."
'yeah, unlike me..' Sakura thought, "Yeah me too, as long she's happy then I'm happy."
~*~*~Back to the matchmakers~*~*~ Meiling smiled, her friends really did care about her.
"This is getting to be boring." Eriol said with a sigh. Tomoyo looked at him, "How can this be tiring?? It's so kawaii!! I bet they are about to spill their feelings out any second! AND I'm going to capture every moment of it! HOHOHO!" Everyone looked at Tomoyo with sweatdrops.
~*~*~*~S+S~*~*~*~ They continued eating and chatting altogether, Syaoran was glad that at least they are talking, that they are acting that they known each other all their lives, both weren't acting shy or anything, they just talked casually as if they were the best of friends. (You know what I mean right? Well I couldn't really explain it...)
Time passed and both claimed to be full, Syaoran paid the bill and they went out of the restaurant, so did Tomoyo, Meiling, Jason and Eriol.
They went to the car and Syaoran, once again opened the door for Sakura and went to his side of the car. When they stopped once again at a red traffic light, Syaoran began to think of where he would take Sakura; he wanted her to a place that is special, a magical place you can say. suddenly he got the perfect idea for a place!! He made a left turn and started to drive towards the park, (not the penguin slide park but the one they went to in the previous chapter) Sakura noticing where they were headed spoke up, "Shaoran, are we going to the park?" Syaoran let a smile out, "You could say that."
And indeed they did ended up at the park, Syaoran parked his car and went to Sakura's side and opened the door for her, after they got out Syaoran went to the center of the parking lot, Sakura followed suit.
Nobody was at the park at this time; it was empty, completely deserted. All you could hear is the breeze blowing past the massive trees, sending out a gentle, rustling sound. Syaoran just stood there with Sakura right behind him, obviously she was confuse. Syaoran looked in all directions making sure that no one is around then Syaoran around turned and faced Sakura, he smiled and said softly; "Give me you hand and close you eyes," Sakura gave out a puzzled look but held out her hand and squeezed her eyes shut tight.
Syaoran took her hand in his, Sakura blushed feeling his warm hand in hers, she heard him chanting something but couldn't hear it clearly.
She felt herself being lifted up somehow yet the feeling was strange, it was as if she was levitating! Yet she didn't open her eyes. She felt wind brush against her hair and her face. But she didn't open her eyes, she wanted to see what was going on yet she stayed patient.
After what seem like 1 or 2 minutes, Syaoran said, "You can open your eyes now Sakura. Sakura opened her emerald eyes let out a little yelp! She was flying in mid air. Syaoran laughed quietly, "Shaoran..what's going on? How.. how.?" Sakura stuttered. Syaoran laughed again at her reaction, "You'll find out soon enough, oh and the flying thing, it's because of this," He said, taking his other hand he took something out of his pocket, revealing a small cylinder shape stone.(they are still holding hands)
The stone was made out of jade and it has delicate carvings on it, wrapped around the top of the stone was a piece of thin red string, which held three small feathers at the top. It was about 1 and a half inches long and about 1 and half centimeters thick. Right now the stone glowed a bright green color.
(Yes, I thought of that in 30 seconds)
Syaoran gave the stone to Sakura, Sakura took it (with her other hand) and inspect it, she gave it back to Syaoran afterwards. He placed it back securely in his pocket.
They were still in the air, their hands the only thing connecting them, "C'mon, I got a special place to show you." Syaoran winked and he went forward a bit. Sakura went too far and Syaoran yanked her back and her face smack in his chest. Both blushed madly, Syaoran thought Sakura might be uncomfortable with this, so he began unwrapping his arms around her yet Sakura hugged him tighter, she felt safe in his arms. Syaoran smiled and wrapped his arms around her.
He flew forward, not a very fast speed but now a slow speed either. They flew through the night sky, sometimes Sakura allowed herself to raise her head to see where they where going. Other times she would just rest her head on Syaoran's chest. She was going to enjoy this moment even though he doesn't love her.
After what seem like 5 minutes or so they landed, Sakura took a step away from Syaoran and her eyes drank everything in, the place was like a small version of a forest!! It has trees and a path leading to a valley. But at the starting point of the path was a cliff. And if you look, you can see all of Tomoeda. (sp?) Right now they are standing on the cliff. "Wow, Shaoran. what is this place? I never noticed it before.. Sakura said, still staring into the view.
~*~*~ The matchmakers, we haven't forgotten about them have we?~*~*~
Jason parked his car right next to Syaoran's, all four got out. "Well his car is here but where exactly is he?" Meiling said, looking around.
"They don't seem to be around here, they're probably out to the farther end of the park," Tomoyo said getting out her camcorder.
So the four split up, hoping to find Syaoran and Sakura.
After a long while, they met up at the parking lot, "WHERE THE HECK ARE THEY?!" yelled Tomoyo, she was disappointed missing recording Syaoran and Sakura, whatever they are doing now.
"Calm down Tomoyo," Eriol said from behind, putting his hands on Tomoyo's shoulder.
"But where could they be?....What if something happened to them?" Jason said, his face showed anxiety.
Meiling smiled slightly, "Don't worry, Xiao Lang and Sakura can take care of themselves,"
"Let's wait in the car.." Tomoyo said, running out of ideas, "They're bound to come back here soon, it's getting dark and they will have to come home soon.
"Good idea, Tomoyo" Eriol sad and then all four waited in the car.
(...that was weird hehe)
~*~*~S+S continuing right where we left off~*~*~
Syaoran smiled, "It's my special place. People can see it yet they can't reach it, the front part is hidden by tress, only the cliff is showing, they just think it's just part of the park, only the birds can reach it, I found this place back when I was around ten years old, I just go to this place to get away from Meiling, or to think, its especially beautiful at night." "Oh, well it sure is beautiful," Sakura said, still in awed.
"C'mon, this isn't the best part," Syaoran took Sakura's hand and ran towards the end of the path, Sakura ran too to keep up with him, her blue dress flowing behind her.
At the end of the path was the valley, there were massive trees and a small waterfall near which poured into a small pond. (Pond?! Hehe lake sounded weird. I didn't know what to put!) Near the water was a cave, there were vast hills too. Fireflies came and surrounded Sakura and Syaoran, Sakura giggled at this, "Wow, this is like a dream come true! This place is so beautiful." Syaoran nodded, and smiled at Sakura, she was dancing with the fireflies. He was let a sigh of content. Syaoran sat down and leaned against one of the many large trees and just watched Sakura. The tree was near the ending point of the path and it faced the waterfall. Sakura twirled around, making her dress spin out a little.
'she's always so cheerful and carefree, well that's one of the many reasons why I love her.' Syaoran thought, still watching Sakura.
Sakura stopped and tried to catch one of the fireflies but failed, after several attempts she gave up. She went up and sat down right next to Syaoran, the tree was so wide that both Syaoran and Sakura's back didn't even covered all of it!
They both gaze into the night sky, it seemed especially beautiful tonight, the sky was black yet some parts seemed to look like dark purple. Many stars were out and were shining brightly, giving a radiant glow to the valley. The moon was full and big, and white; it was so close you could almost see the craters on it.
"The stars are beautiful, ne? Sakura said still staring mindlessly into the night sky, Syaoran looked down at Sakura, she was so beautiful! The bright stars seem to give her face this shine. After a few seconds Syaoran answered her, "Yes, yes they are"
Just then a shooting star zoomed across the sky, "Look! Shaoran! A shooting star!! Make a wish!" Sakura said excitedly. Syaoran looked down at Sakura as she closed her eyes, her lips were moving yet no sound came out. 'I wish Syaoran would love me even though it seems highly unlikely but I still wish and hope that he loves me as I love him'. After a few seconds Sakura opened her eyes and smiled brightly at Syaoran, "Done!" Syaoran smiled at Sakura, she was so cute sometimes, Sakura looked up at Syaoran, his chestnut hair blowing softly in the breeze, "What did you wish for Syaoran?"
"I didn't wish for anything." Syaoran said tenderly.
"Hoe? Why not?"
"Because I didn't need to.."
"..Oh.." Even though Sakura didn't fully understand.
'I love you Sakura.. at least I'm with you right now and that's also a wish come true..' (Awww! How Kawaii!)
They continued to look at the stars when Syaoran felt Sakura shiver, "Are you cold? Here, take my jacket," Syaoran started to remove his jacket when Sakura stopped him, "Iie, you're going to get colder than I am right now, it's not fair, you keep the jacket and I'll be fine."
Syaoran didn't give up that easily, "Take it, I'm not cold at all, I don't mind the cold either, I'm used to it and besides I wouldn't forgive myself if you got sick or something," Syaoran said handing his jacket to Sakura.
Sakura knew Syaoran wouldn't take his jacket back, so she politely took it and said Arigato. She put it around her, it was a bit loose but comfy nonetheless.
They looked at the stars again, entranced by its beauty; it was like if they were under a spell or something.
'This is the perfect opportunity to tell her, but I'm not sure, what if she doesn't feel the same way? What if all she ever wanted us to be are friends? What if she will never accept my feelings..' All the 'what ifs' swarm around in Syaoran's head. 'Like Tomoyo said, I'll never know until I try.'
"Sakura I ha-" Syaoran was cut off when he felt Sakura's head slump down on his shoulder, he blushed, but he didn't mind. He shifted his head slightly to look down at Sakura to find her eyes closed! She was sleeping! Syaoran smiled at Sakura, she looked like an angel with the stars light emitting luminosity on her face. 'I guess this isn't the time to tell then.' Syaoran thought as he pushed a strand of hair out of her face and gently tucked it behind her hair, he stroked her face lovingly. Sakura mumbled something that Syaoran didn't hear clearly but chose to ignore it, Syaoran could tell Sakura was having a good dream because her lips formed a little smile. What he didn't know is she was dreaming of him. (^____^)
He was really lucky to have met someone like Sakura.
He didn't want to ruin the moment and wake her so instead he just stayed like that, looking at the stars with Sakura by his side.
He carefully lifted his arm and looked at the time, 9:53 pm. 'I going to have to get Sakura home or Touya or Kero won't be pleased'
He carefully sat up holding Sakura's head in substitute for his shoulder. Gingerly, he lifted her up, putting one of his arms under the bend of Sakura's knees and the other supporting her back. (he's holding her incase you guys couldn't figure it out ^.^;)
He chanted a few words and felt the stone inside his pocket glowing. Soon he was lifted in the air; he flew until he reached the parking lot. He was surprised to see two cars instead of just his. He opened the back seat, it was hard but he managed to open it anyways, he gently placed her inside. He closed to door and opened his door when he heard something from inside of the other car!
Peering in his eyes widen, in the front seat was Jason, he head leaning on the steering wheel, and Meiling who next to him in the front, her head was leaning on Jason's shoulder. In the back was Tomoyo, her body stretched out and took most of the back seat, her head was on Eriol's lap. On one of her hands held her camcorder. (^_^;;) Eriol was just leaning back, his hands on Tomoyo's hair and face.
Syaoran realized they were spying on them at the restaurant! But they didn't seem to spy them at the park. He smirked and opened his car door, quietly started the engine and drove off.
He parked his car houses away from the Kinomoto's residence. He carried Sakura again, he got to her house and went to the side, he hopped swiftly from tree branch to tree branch. (He's strong) With difficulty he managed to opened her window, he went in (wow that window must pretty be wide then huh? Hehe) and laid her down at her bed. He pulled the covers on over her to protect her from the cold.
He sat there by her side as if leaving her could be leading her to death. He caressed her cheek slowly and soothingly and just sat there, staring at her. Sakura mumbled something incoherent. Syaoran smiled, he removed his hand and sat up. He leaned his head down slightly and just gazed at her, his long, unruly bangs covering his eyes.
She looked so peaceful and serene. Tranquility was in the air. Everything was just so quiet except for the faint breeze carrying its wind past the trees making a gentle melodic rusting sound. The faint sounds of crickets chirping echoed throughout the night.
He could not even find the words to describe her, no words could possible describe her. She was like an angel sent from heaven whose main priority was to make everyone happy. Well she succeeded. Back then, Syaoran thought there wasn't really a reason to live until he met her. However, something more happened. He fell in love with her. For five years. The love for her that he felt five years ago didn't rust away. The love he felt for her now was more than he felt five years ago.much much more. And he would never love someone else as much as he loves her.. But the question is.. does she feel the same way? 'no way.. but then why did she accept to go to the dance with me?.... as a friend?.... or more.?..'
He planted a soft, light kiss on her cheek; he smiled, "Good night, Ying Fa," With these last words and newfound confidence and this urge to tell her his feelings for her soon, he hopped out the window and closed it and headed home. 'Tonight I didn't get a chance to tell you but I promise I will..soon, and I will be awaiting your answer'
~*~*~Downstairs~*~*~ Downstairs Touya was pacing back and forth nervously (Kero been sleeping for the past 4 hours) I can't believe she actually go out with the stupid Chinese gaki! What was she thinking of?! If that gaki even touches a hair on her, I swear I'll murder him! 'Touya thoughts were interrupted when he heard something upstairs. (Syaoran closing the window)
"What was that?" Touya said out loud to no one in particular. He went upstairs and noticed the noise came from Sakura's room, he opened the door to see..Sakura sleeping?!
'NANI?! Was she sleeping this whole time?! Was Daidoujii just joking around? ..oh well, as long as she is not with the stupid gaki then I don't care, can't believe I worried all over nothing.' Touya closed the door gently as to not wake up Sakura and went to his own room to get some sleep himself.
(Note that Touya did not see Sakura's dress because the covers covered her dress so Touya couldn't see anything but her head and neck. ^_~)
~*~*~Jason's car LOL~*~*~
"Huh?" Tomoyo said, gently raising her head and stretched. She looked around, everyone was sleeping! As if she just remembered something she looked outside.oh no..Syaoran's car is gone! Her faced pale, then he must've found out and OH NO she didn't get to record the kawaii moment, "OH NO!!!!!!!! WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!! " this woke everybody up, "huh? What happened? What's wrong Tomoyo?" All three said. "WHAT HAPPENED IS THAT WE FELL ASLEEP!! WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!" Tomoyo wailed some more..
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(...) Me blabbing
[...] Translation of a word(s)
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~*~*~*~*~*~*~Reminder of what happened in chapter 11~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Sakura needed help with her math and Syaoran volunteered to help. They went to Syaoran's house and began. Syaoran tutored (tutored not tortured, there's a difference hehe) Sakura, afterwards they got tired and went out to eat at a Chinese restaurant.
When there were done they went to this park (not the park with the big penguin slide) and watched the scenery, Sakura almost fell in the lake but luckily Syaoran caught her. Syaoran's watch interrupted their 'magical' moment.
Sakura had dinner with the Li family. When they were done Syaoran walked her home, Sakura went home to find Touya on the couch, she was surprised that Touya did not call Syaoran gaki but she shook it off, Syaoran and her both went to take a shower and went to sleep.. dreaming of each other..
THE VALENTINE DANCE...
Chapter 12 (YAY! Finally huh?) Another confession and One Magical Date
Setting: In the classroom
(Days skip all the way to the math test)
Meiling and Syaoran went in the classroom and were greeted by Tomoyo and Eriol.
"Ohayo!" Tomoyo and Eriol both said. "Ohayo," Meiling and Syaoran replied. Shortly Jason appeared, "Ohayo minna!" He said. They all replied back.
Syaoran look around, no sign of Sakura, "Where is Sakura-chan?" "Ah! Worried Li-kun? Don't worry your cherry blossom will show up soon, it's almost time for the bell to ring and you know how she is, always late but always manage to make it on time," Syaoran blushed when Tomoyo referred Sakura as his.
Then all of a sudden Sakura rushed in with the roller blades still on her feet. She came in at a very fast speed. "Hoeeee! Watch out!" She yelled frantically. All the students quickly got out of the way. Sakura was heading right towards the overhead. She put her arms over her head and shut her eyes tightly to prepare for the crash. Somehow her blades won't stop, it was as if they were stuck or something, she was going at a fast speed. She was about 2 feet away from the overhead and she was getting closer...When something or should I say someone caught her.
Sakura felt herself halt. She slowly opened her emerald eyes to find that it was Syaoran (DUH! ^_^;)who have caught her. Tomoyo whipped out her camera. Syaoran grabbed her waist and lifted her legs up. (He was carrying her) He looked at her deeply, once again lost in her emerald eyes. Sakura just stared at his fiery amber eyes.
The class just looked admiring the 'couple'. "Are you ok?" Syaoran finally spoke, in a soft voice.
Sakura snapped out of her trance and replied shakily, "H-H-Hai, Arigato." (Y-Y-Yes, thank you)
Syaoran carefully placed her down. They both went to their respective seats; Sakura put her rollerblades in her bag. Soon the sensei came in and placed his briefcase on his desk. (umm ok Kero set Sakura's clock ahead by a few minutes so that she won't be late.so.blah I think u get the point)
From behind Sakura's desk, Syaoran whispered, "Good luck on the test Sakura- chan," Sakura turned around halfway and gave him a smile, "Arigato Syaoran,"
The sensei started to speak, "Now as you may have know, we have that important math test to do, I hope you all have study for this test is 75% of your grade." (That explains how important this test is, right?)
There were a few groans from the class while the others remain quiet while the sensei passed out the sheets and the booklets. "As soon as you get your test sheet and booklet, you may start, and remember no cheating! If I catch you, I will confiscate your paper and you will fail automatically."
Sakura looked at the booklet and the paper she had been handed to. She look at the problems in the booklet, 'hmm this stuff looks like the stuff Syaoran taught me' Sakura went to work right away. The test was easy for Tomoyo because math isn't a problem to her. Syaoran, Meiling and Eriol didn't have to take it since they are new, they would have to take it later. They will have to read a book until the test is over.
After each problem was done, Sakura would check to make sure it was right.
!~!~!~Time passes~!~!~!~
"Ok class a ten minute warning, if you do not get done, I will have to grade on what you have so far.
Sakura just finisher her last problem and she checked it, since she had a few minutes left she re-check all her problems to make sure that they were right. This test is very important to her and she can't fail, her grade is a bit low and she needs to bring it up.
The bell rang. "Ok class, get in an orderly line and hand in your papers to me, and put the test booklets on my desk. Your test result will be posted on the outside wall soon, be sure to be there to check it out." The students did as they were told; Sakura placed the booklet on the desk and gave her test to the sensei. Syaoran was waiting for her outside.
"So how did you do on the test?" Syaoran asked. Sakura smiled, "I think I did ok, at least I think so anyways, well I couldn't have done it without you Shaoran, arigato you helped me a lot!"
Syaoran blushed a bit but smiled back, "It's not a problem Sakura, whenever you need help just ask me?"
Sakura blushed, "Uh, thanks"
Syaoran smiled nervously, "Its you're welcome, I'll always be ther for you" Syaoran felt nervous saying that.
"Ok."
Suddenly, Tomoyo and the others show up. "So, Sakura, how'd you do?" Tomoyo asked Sakura. Sakura smiled, "I think I did ok, thanks to Shaoran's help."
Eriol piped up, "Help? Did Syaoran tutor you?" "Hai" Sakura nodded. "AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! Syaoran tutoring Sakura! And I missed it! WAIIIIIIIIII!!! It would've made such a kawaii tape!" Everybody anime-fell except Tomoyo. (Uhhh you know what I'm talking about)
They all went to their next class which is history. (ZzZz(-_-)zZzZ)
~*~*~*~*~Time passes to lunch time~*~*~*~*~*
After the bell rang Sakura rushed outside, eager to see how she did on the test, behind her were Meiling and Tomoyo trailing behind, "Sakura! Wait!" They yelled trying to catch up.
There weren't much people there for they have gone to lunch already. Sakura looked at the list searching for her name, she found it and placed her finger on it and trailed it across the paper to the score.
"Let's see, Kinomoto Sakura, a...91%! That's a -1! YAY!!" All the students near looked at her weirdly; Sakura blushed and apologized, "Gomen."
Tomoyo and Meiling caught it with her and Syaoran, Eriol and Jason appeared, "What's up?" They asked, "Sakura is checking her score," Meiling explained. "So? How did you do Sakura?" Tomoyo asked, Sakura grinned, "I got a -1!"
Everybody's eyes widen, "What!? Kinomoto actually passed a test?! And a math test while at that! What is this world coming to?!" Meiling said dramatically, the others laugh at this joke, Sakura frown cutely, "Mou! You don't have to be that sarcastic! If because of Shaoran's help here!" Sakura said, winking at Syaoran causing him to blush a little.
"You guys go on ahead outside; I need to get something that I forgot in the classroom," Syaoran said. "And I need to use the restroom," Sakura said and with that they went their separate ways.
Tomoyo, Jason, Meiling and Eriol got to the cherry blossom tree and were waiting for Syaoran and Sakura.
"You know... Xiao Lang is just too shy or nervous with Sakura," Meiling started. "Yeah I noticed, he's tough, really tough but when he's around Sakura, he's different, like he turns soft." Jason laughed, Eriol laughed along with him.
"HEY...! Syaoran didn't forget about the date did he? The dance is coming up and they should have their date before that! Beside it was a deal after all, Syaoran wins over Michael, he gets a date!" Tomoyo said after a while.
"Hey..that's right.. hehe, more torturing my cute descendent hehe," Eriol said smiling mischievously. "Well we have to tell him but we can't make sound so obvious!" Meiling said afterwards. They were busy discussing their plans when Syaoran and Sakura approach them.
"Hey guys" Meiling, Jason, Tomoyo and Eriol jump at the voices. They turned around to find Sakura and Syaoran standing a few feet away from them. "What were you guys talking about?" Sakura asked them. Tiny sweatdrops were running down the four matchmakers heads. "NOTHING," They all said at the same time, they looked at each other and more sweatdrops rolled down their head.
Syaoran and Sakura both sat down, Sakura began to unpack her lunch while Syaoran eyed (more like glared) the matchmakers with suspicious eyes which caused more nervousness for the four.
"So, anything new happened?" Syaoran asked coolly, the four let out a sigh in relief that Syaoran didn't ask any suspicious questions and began to feel more at ease. "Nothing except Huroni-Sensei's temper exploded." Jason said. Meiling giggled, "Yea, she was throwing her hands around because the class was talking too much and won't listen to her; it was kind of funny."
The 6 (Syaoran, Sakura, Eriol, Tomoyo, Meiling, and Jason.that's six right? Right.) Began to eat their lunch, they were talking about the usual stuff, what it might be in the future, they were also telling Jason about their Clow Card adventures.
Afterwards it turned quiet, everybody was just eating lunch when Tomoyo thought that this was the perfect opportunity to bring up the bet, "Oh, Syaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaoran..," Syaoran looked up with what looked like a scared look; he did not like that tone of that voice one bit. "..Y-yea?" Tomoyo gave out an evil grin to the others, "Did you or did you not forget that you and Michael had a deal. remember?"
Syaoran's face turned a light pink all of a sudden. "W-w-w-well uh uhh err, HEY WAIT A MINUTE! How did you guys know about the fight? From what I remember, nobody was there, and Sakura, did you tell anybody? *Sakura shakes her head, meaning no* and I don't think Tsyuri would brag about losing," Syaoran said eyeing the four closely.
Once again, small sweatdrops were rolling down the four matchmaker's heads, they did not think about this beforehand. What would they do? What would they say?
"Uhh.someone saw the fight.." Jason started
"And he was hidden.." Meiling said after.
"He told a few people." Tomoyo attempted, Syaoran would get angry when he find out that they been spying on Sakura and him and Syaoran is very scary when he is angry.
"So we overheard about the bet. Eriol finished. (Wow that was dumb, -.-)
Syaoran didn't seem to believe them one bit, "I didn't see anybody." "WELL THEN HE MUDST BE HIDDEN VERY WELL THEN" Jason said quickly, scratching his head. Everybody look at him, he gave out a sheepish smile. "Anyways, Syaoran, what about the bet? You can't back out now; it was part of the deal." Syaoran turned pink. "W-W-Well, u-u-uhh I wouldn't mind *gulp* going with Sakura, it's just that I don't want to force her to go out with me."
"I wouldn't mind." A voice said softly. Everyone turned to the voice, it was Sakura, her head was low but you can see a tint of pink on her cheeks. "Go Syaoran, ask her.." Jason whispered to Syaoran, urging him.
"..Sakura...*Sakura looks up*..would you like to go out with me?...." Even though Sakura said she wouldn't mind, Syaoran was very unsure that she even wants to go. "I-I mean you don't have to of course, I'm not forcing you Sakura, you don't have to if you don't want to." Sakura looked up, blushing a bit but gave a small smile, "I said it and I will say it again, I wouldn't mind."
"Then it's settled! Syaoran and Sakura are officially going out! *Of course Sakura and Syaoran blushed at this*" Tomoyo clapped her hands together. The lunch bell rang telling the students that their next class will start soon.
Syaoran gave Sakura a small smile and said, "How about today? I'm free today *Sakura nods, agreeing that today is good* Ok..How about I pick you up at..uhh...." Syaoran looks at Tomoyo and the rest but especially Tomoyo and shakes his head, "Never mind, I'll tell you after school." Tomoyo's face faulted.
(Hehe get it? Well if you don't, Syaoran don't want Tomoyo and the others to know the time because they will be spying on them but you know Tomoyo she got her ways. Hehe.. *silence*.. IT WAS SUPPOSE TO BE FUNNY!! *Fake laughter in the background* ~ha ha ha~ -.o)
~*~*~*~After School~*~*~*~
Syaoran was really nervous, this will be his first date with Sakura, maybe, just maybe they might have a chance at being together, suddenly Sakura showed and he tried to prevent himself from blushing yet he failed. He regained his composure.
Sakura met up with Syaoran at the side of the school, "So what time?" Sakura asked but she did not blush at the sight of Syaoran "How about I pick you up at 6?" Syaoran was really surprised at how calm he was being. Sakura smiled, "6 is fine." "Do you want me to walk you home?" Syaoran asked nervously. "Hai, arigato" Sakura replied. And they went off.
Of course behind a row of trees were Tomoyo, Eriol, Jason and Meiling, "So they are leaving at 6 eh? Eriol mused. "And we'll be there to record every moment of it hohoho!" Tomoyo laughed cheerfully. The others sweatdropped, "Won't Syaoran and Sakura be mad when he finds out that we been spying on them?" Jason asked, "Yea, Jason's right, I certainly don't want Kinomoto- san or Xiao Lang to be mad at me." Meiling said. "Oh don't worry about it! Just wait and see! They will confess their undying love to each other and they would just love to see what we taped and that would bring back memories!" Tomoyo said at a rather fast pace. The others sweatdropped at Tomoyo's hyperness.
Syaoran took Sakura home and Syaoran went back to his apartment.
Sakura put the key in the keyhole, turned it and heard a click, she opened the door. "Tadaima!" 'hmm, I guess Otou-san and Onii-chan aren't home....where's Kero anyways?'
Then as if on cue, Kero came flying down, and you can tell he was eating because there is chocolate all over his face,(-.-) "Hiya Sakura! So how was school, anything new?" Kero asked.
"Actually there is, Syaoran asked me out because of a bet and I passed my math test with a one minus," Sakura said casually and calmly.
Kero mouth dropped open, his eyes went wide, "NANI?! Sakura! You-you- YOU got a 1-?!" Kero gawked. "Mou, you guy are so mean.." Sakura pouted and threw a pillow at Kero's face; Kero hit the sofa still with the pillow on his face. Kero didn't say anything about the date because he was so busy babbling about how the world is going to end. (hehe sorry if I made it seem like its impossible for Sakura to get a one minus on a test....heehe I find this kind of funny..^.^;)
Sakura went into the refrigerator to fix herself a sandwich. When she was done, she sat at the table, with her hand on her chin, supporting her.
'Shaoran......do you know that I love you? Ever since we were 12 and to now, I still love you. You said you love me when we were 12, do you still feel the same way? Or were you lying? It hurts; it hurts just wondering if you still feel the same way or not. I have to know, but I'm too scared to tell you.. afraid of rejection.
If you leave again, I'll die, but I don't think you love me, like MAYBE but love, no. You asked me out to the dance probably because you are more comfortable with me than with all those strange girls or something...and oh yes...that date coming up today... just from a bet! A bet! Nothing more but out of friendship!! Oh well I might as well enjoy this friendship date, because that's all I'll ever be to Shaoran, a friend.'
(Whoa did that come from me?! Well anyhoo how sad, Sakura thinks that Syaoran will never love her..well we gonna have to find out right? =?..)
Sakura, now in her own little world suddenly stood up, "OH NO! The date! What'll I do?! What'll I wear?" Sakura yelled frantically, even though she said that this date will most likely mean nothing to Syaoran, she still have to look her best.
"I know! I'll call Tomoyo! She's great at this kind of things," Sakura said and picked up her cell phone and dialed Tomoyo's number, on the first ring Tomoyo picked up the phone,
"Moshi?"
(Once again I'm not going to put who said that and who said what, only if they are needed)
"Hai, Tomoyo, this is Sakura..I need your help."
"My help? What do you need my help on Sakura-chan?" Tomoyo said, as if she didn't know.
"Uuhhhh, it's about the date..I need your help on what to wear and all that stuff."
"Hai Sakura, you don't have to explain, I'll be right over."
"Ah, arigato Tomoyo, you're the best!"
"No problem Sakura, C-ya later!"
"Ja!"
They both hung up after that.
~*~*~Back to Sakura~*~*~ Sakura pushed the off button on her cell phone, she was about to put her phone back into her purse when the doorbell rang. 'Hmm, who could that be?' Sakura wondered as she opened the door to find Tomoyo with bags in her hands. "Tomoyo! H-h-how did you get h-h-here so fast?" Sakura stammered. Kero flew up out of nowhere, "Konnichiwa Tomoyo!" "Less talk more work!" Tomoyo shushed Sakura and push her up the stairs. Tomoyo went back down and gave Kero a brand new video game, (ya know, to keep him busy.) "OH WOW! Arigato Tomoyo!!" Kero yelled excitingly. He flew around the room, hugging the video game.
Tomoyo hurried back upstairs. She put all her bags on Sakura's bed; she laid out the dresses too. "Ok, Sakura which dress do you like the best? I just made them this month." Sakura looked the 5 dresses over, all of them are beautiful but one caught her eye. She pointed to the dress she chosen, Tomoyo nodded, showing that she agree with Sakura's decision. Tomoyo packed the other dresses away, and she took the makeup out.
"Oh Yea! Sakura! I have some great news! Jason and Meiling confessed their feelings! Now they are officially going out together!" Tomoyo said with stars in her eyes. "Really? Jason and Meiling? How kawaii! That is so cool! I am so happy for Meiling," Sakura said.
'I AM happy for Meiling, they will make such a kawaii couple! *sigh* everybody is a couple now except for me..oh, Syaoran.'
"Wait a minute.you were there when they confessed?" Sakura looked at Tomoyo suspiciously. Tomoyo smiled sheepishly, "We were....s p y i n g on them. heeheehe,"
"Tomoyo! Don't you think you ought to give them a bit of privacy?" Sakura said. "I know Sakura.It's hard to resist.Hey I have it on tape! Do you want to see it?"
"..Ok! Yea! Here put the tape in the VCR." Sakura wanted to know how they confessed and what happened after it.
Tomoyo popped the tape in the VCR and the tape started playing..
*~*~*~Flashback~*~*~* Meiling and Jason were walking towards Meiling's apartment. Meiling looked up and smiled at Jason, causing him to blush. (^_^)
(I don't know if I mention this already but Jason has kind of spiked black hair and has sky blue eyes)
They were walking in silence, just enjoying the other's company. All of a sudden Meiling stopped, her head hung low. She knew she had to say it, she couldn't just avoid it forever, she was sure of it, sure of what she felt is true. Even a tough girl like her can have a nervous breakdown when it comes to things like this.
Jason looked back, and went to Meiling, "Meiling-chan, what's wrong?" Jason asked, concern written all over his face. Meiling stayed quiet and Jason noticed this, "Meiling, you know you could tell me anything, we been friends for a while now." (Yah I know, they met for like a couple of days, but they really understand each other ok?)
Meiling winced at this, 'Friends? Is that all he thinks of me? Maybe I shouldn't tell him.I mean he doesn't have to know....but then again, I won't rest until I do tell him'
"Jason..I have something important to tell you, well at least its important to me, I know we been friends for a while now, but I'm sure what I'm feeling is true, the thing is..I love you! I know you don't feel the same way and.. Well I just had to tell you!!"
Jason never spoke, he was shock. He looked at Meiling, her head was hung low but he could she tears falling down, before he had a chance to respond to this sudden confession, Meiling choked out, "I knew it! I ruined our friendship! (She's crying silently now and she's talking softly now) I could've just kept quiet.. I'm sorry to bother you with this, just forget this ever happened," And with that Meiling ran off, she didn't know where to but anywhere but with him.
Jason went back to his senses and ran after Meiling, Meiling noticing this stopped and turned around, Jason also stopped, there were 10 feet separating them. "I know you're trying to make me feel better, you don't have to, we don't even have to talk to each other at school, and we're just going to pretend that we never met each other. *she gave a weak, small smile* I'll get over it..someday," Meiling said, her dry tears streaked her face and fresh new one replaced them. As soon as she said the last word she ran off again.
Jason just stood there, thinking about how much he had hurt Meiling, he ran after her.
Meiling was running at a fast speed, crying at the same time, and then she felt someone grabbed her arm, surprised she turned around to find Jason. Jason, still holding her arm gave her a smile and swiftly spun her around so her face landed in his chest, He wrapped his arms around her waist, (If you don't get it, they are hugging) Meiling was too shock to move or even talk so she let Jason do the talking while she enjoyed the comfort of being in his arms.
"You know Meiling, you didn't even give me a chance to speak, *he gave out a small chuckle* the truth is that I love you too.I always had, from the first time I saw you come that door, I knew there was something special about you." Meiling struggled out of his arms; she stood in front of him, "No! No! You're just lying! You're just trying to make me feel better! You don't have to!" Jason looked at her tenderly, he grabbed her arm (gently) and pulled her to him, he held up her chin and looked at her tear-stained face, using his other hand he flicked away a tear that was running down her cheek, then the hand holding her chin brought her face closer to him and their lips met. 'Why is he kissing me when he doesn't love me?' her tears streamed down.
They broke apart like about after 30 seconds, Jason smiled a little, "I love you and that is the truth, don't you feel anything special about that kiss? I certainly did, Meiling I was just shocked, I love you, I really do, no one else could ever compare to you," Meiling just stood there and then she jumped into his arms, and cried on his shoulders and this time it was tears of joy. (-.-CORNY-.-)
~*~*~*~End of Flashback~*~*~*~ (Tell me your opinion on it)
"Kawaii." Tomoyo and Sakura both said at the same time. "They make such a great couple don't you agree?" Tomoyo said. She was on her belly with her hands supporting her head; her legs were going up and down. They were right in front of the TV. "Yea they are." Sakura said she was in the same position as Tomoyo.
"So. when are you going to admit to Syaoran?" Sakura turned red, 'how did she know? It as if she can see right through me.. what to do? What to say?'
"Hoe? What are you talking about Tomoyo?" Sakura said, pretending.
"Don't play dumb Sakura; you know very well what I'm talking about,"
"No I don't Tomoyo, plus we don't have time for this, we have one hour till 6!"
"Don't change the subject Sakura, and we have plenty of time. So when are you going to admit you FEELINGS to Syaoran?" Tomoyo said stretching each word and emphasizing the word, 'feeling'.
Sakura turned bright red, "See!" Tomoyo said giggling, "You're blushing as it is!" But Sakura's blush was soon gone, "Oh Tomoyo, what am I going to do? He doesn't love me.." Sakura said sighing.
Tomoyo looked up, "What makes you say that? How can you be so sure? He fought for you, he protected you, he even asked you to the dance!"
"I know..but to him, I'm just a friend, like if it was you, he would protect you too, and he just asked me to the dance because I know him well and the date was just from a bet."
"Oh Sakura." Tomoyo looked at her friend sadly, Sakura has lost her faith. 'oh Sakura, Syaoran loves you. if only you knew, I hate seeing you sad like this but I promised Syaoran that I wouldn't tell. AGH one of you guys better confess soon,'
"Well come on Sakura, sit on the chair and I'll get started on your face." She didn't wanted this conversation to get worse, most of all she didn't want Sakura to get upset.
Sakura sat in the chair in front of the mirror and Tomoyo got started.
She applied light, light blush to Sakura's cheek and she added pink eye shadow just above her eyes (meaning there is a thin streak of eye shadow on the bottom), and put on a touch of lip-gloss onto her lips. She didn't want to put a lot of make up on; Sakura wasn't that kind of person to wear much makeup anyway. Next she comb Sakura's hair and held the back hair with two hair clips, there was two strands of hair hanging down along with her bangs.
This took a while because before Tomoyo was experimenting.
It was almost time, just 20 more minutes; Sakura still has to get into her dress.
Sakura went into the bathroom and got dressed, (note, the dress comes up, so Sakura's hair won't be messed up or anything)
10 minutes Sakura came out to find Tomoyo with her camera in her hand. (^_^;) "Sakura! You look absolutely kawaii!!" Tomoyo practically squealed. Sakura sweatdropped, but she did looked 'kawaii'. Kero flew by and popped his head in Sakura's room, "What are you doing all dressed up Sakura?" Kero said, looking Sakura up and down.
"She's getting ready for her date with Syaoran!" Tomoyo said with stars in her amethyst eyes.
"NANI!!! A DATE?! AND WITH THE GAKI!?" Kero fumed, a vein popping out of his head.
"Calm down Kero, the date doesn't mean anything; it's just part of a deal." Sakura said calmly with a look of sadness in her eyes.
Tomoyo looked at Sakura sadly; Sakura seems to have lost her faith in Syaoran.
"Well I don't care! As long as it's with the Chinese gaki, I won't allow it!!" Kero was outraged. (If Kero get this mad.imagine Touya's reaction! Hehee)
"Come on Kero," Tomoyo yanked Kero's ear and headed towards the living room. "Owww! Tomoyo!! Let go!! That hurts!! OWWW!" Kero cried, getting 'dragged' away by Tomoyo. From in there, she yelled, "Use this time to get ready!" Sakura sweatdropped, "Hai."
~*~*~*~ In the Living room~*~*~*~
Tomoyo let go of Kero's ear, "Ouch. Tomoyo, why did you do that for?" Kero whined, rubbing his ear. "Listen Kero, you can't stop Sakura from going to that date!" Tomoyo said, looking at Kero.
"Oh yes I can, I can turn in Cerberus (or Keroberus, I think thats how you spell it. correct me plz.) and fried that gaki!" Kero said, smiling. Tomoyo crossed her arms, "No that's not what I meant, you and I know that Sakura loves Syaoran, and Syaoran loves Sakura, they are just too shy and afraid to admit their feelings, seriously Kero, this is the perfect opportunity for them!"
"NANI!? You honestly going to think that I'm just going to let Sakura go out with that gaki?!"
"Come on Kero, don't you want you mistress to be happy? She deserves happiness,"
Kero made a face, "Yeah the gaki was the one that's been causing her sadness for 5 years!"
Tomoyo kept a determined face on, "Yeah, but now he's back and all that going to change."
"But he's just going to break her heart again!"
"No he won't, Syaoran's not like that and he truly loves her, I know it,"
"...I don't know about this. I want Sakura to be happy, but I don't' trust the Chinese gaki."
Tomoyo grinned, Kero's about to change his mind, she brought out a can of pudding out, (don't ask me where she got it from) "Maybe this will help you change your mind." She said, waving the can of pudding in front of Kero.
Kero's eyes followed it and he was drooling.. "Yea that's right, the gaki can go out with Sakura, heck, he can marry her is he wants."
Tomoyo smiled, "Here's another new video game Kero, to keep you from getting bored." Kero broke out of his trance, grabbed the pudding and hugged Tomoyo, "ARIGATO!!!! Pudding and video games!!! This just keeps getting better and better!!"
~*~*~*~Back to Sakura~*~*~*~ She checker herself in the mirror one last time, the doorbell rang, Sakura gulped, that would be Syaoran, why are you nervous? You know he doesn't love you' Sakura said to herself, sadly.
"Sakura don't come down until when I give you the signal. I want to give you an entrance!" Sakura sweatdropped at this.
~*~*~ Tomoyo~*~*~
Tomoyo answered the door (with her camera ^_~) to find a dashing Syaoran, he dressed simply, but he looked incredibly handsome. He was wearing a black shirt with a beige jacket covering it; also the pants match so it was a tuxedo except with the bow tie or tie.
"Uhh. Hi Tomoyo, I didn't know expect to see you here, where's Sakura?" Syaoran asked nervously.
"Ohohohoho! Look at you Syaoran! You look soo handsome!! Ahh, a little impatient are we? *Syaoran blush* Just wait till you see Sakura!! She's getting ready for you," Tomoyo winked at Syaoran and zooming her camera on Syaoran. "Come in," Tomoyo said 'escorting' him in. They both sat down on the couch, "Hey! Sakura! You could come down now!" Tomoyo yelled. "Hai, just a minute! I need to find my purse!" Sakura yelled from upstairs.
"So Syaoran, are you going to tell her soon?" Tomoyo asked, putting her camera away. (for now! ^_^)
Syaoran blushed, "I hope so, I have to tell her soon, but I'm so afraid, how will she react? Maybe now isn't a right time. maybe later like at the dance or something."
"Syaoran you worried too much. you'll never know until you try," Tomoyo said. Then both heard the bedroom door shut, and heard footsteps. Syaoran stood up, Sakura gracefully came down the stairs, Syaoran eyes went wide, she was gorgeous!
Sakura was wearing a cerulean blue dress. The dress was simple yet very elegant, the bottom half of the dress is out a just a little with two layers of white underneath it, as for the top part it was in a v- shape neck collar and was sleeveless, the top part was outlined with a darker blue and decorated swirls were on the dress.
(hehe thought of that in 20 seconds, I'd be amazed if you can picture it! ^_~)
Now Sakura and Syaoran are face to face with Tomoyo in the side (^.^) recording every precious moment. Syaoran brought his hands back and one came out producing a single red rose. He brought it closer to Sakura, "For you." He said smiling and blushing at the same time. "Arigato," Sakura said monotonously, she took it in her hand and admired its beauty.
"Well Tomoyo, we'll be on our way now" Sakura said smiling. "Hai, have a great time!" Tomoyo replied back cheerfully. Syaoran went up ahead and opened the door for Sakura. He did the same when they got into his car, ' remember stay calm, you don't have to tell her now, maybe later, just stay calm and act casual' Syaoran reminded himself as he went to the drivers' seat.
~*~*~*~Tomoyo~*~*~*~ Still in the house, Tomoyo called out the gang, who was this whole time was hiding in the Kinomoto's backyard. "Come one guys! We have to get a move on! I bet they already left!" Tomoyo said to the others, (which is Meiling, Eriol and Jason. DUH) the rest of the gang just nodded and headed out to Jason's car. They started it, found Syaoran's car stopped at a red traffic light and started following them.
~*~*~*~S+S~*~*~*~((you guys aren't confuse by this are you? That doesn't mean that it goes to that person's POV, but to the place. )
The ride was silent so far, both Syaoran and Sakura were pretty rested listening to the radio. "So Sakura-chan, how did your onii-chan and that stuffed animal take it when they found out?" Syaoran said, hoping to a get a conversation started. Sakura laughed a bit remembering Kero's little outburst. "Kero took it surprisingly well," Sakura lied, "And Touya onii chan wasn't home so he didn't know about it but I'm sure Tomoyo will inform him," Sakura added.
"Well don't expect a happy, giddy Touya when you get home," Syaoran laughed, so did Sakura soon after.
"So where are we going?" Sakura, asked trying not to face Syaoran, remember he doesn't love you! Not EVER!' Sakura reminded herself, she bit her bottom lip, being here with Syaoran alone is enough and knowing that Syaoran doesn't have any feelings for her is worse. When Syaoran didn't answer she turned to look at him.
Syaoran felt Sakura's stare on him and he truly want to look back but he can't because he was on the road. But he smiled, he smiled his rare smile, a smile only meant for Sakura. *Sakura couldn't help but blush seeing his smile,*
(Get it?! Sakura won't blush because that means she's losing control and fall more in love with Syaoran, she's trying not to love him because that means heartbreak (, so she keeps reminding herself that Syaoran doesn't love her, so that's why she's not blushing sometimes, I hope that explains a bit)
"I only have one thing planned tonight and that's where we're going to go first, for the rest of the evening I thought we could go where the night takes us," Syaoran answered, smiling mysteriously.
After a short while, the car went to a halt and Sakura looked out the window to see the restaurant that Syaoran and she went to for lunch except for dinner they serve candlelight dinners.
The Chinese restaurant's name is Dyaikos'. [Die-ay-koes] (-.-;; I tried ok?!) Sakura saw Syaoran outside her window and saw him opening the door for her, "Arigato" She smiled and stepped out.
They went to a special section of the restaurant that Sakura never noticed before; Syaoran had the spot reserved; now Sakura noticed that the restaurant isn't all that small anymore. They were greeted by the waitress and she led them to a table, gave them their menus and also two glasses of water and went away to give them time to make their order.
~*~*~*~ The gang- M+J & E+T! ~*~*~*~
They managed to get a table of four RIGHT by S+S's table, but Sakura and Syaoran won't we able to spot them because there is a not too thick wall in between of the 6. The wall had big Chinese writings that went through, so if you peek in on of the letterings you could see what is going on the other side. (Hope you guys get that part. ^.^;;) ~*~*~S+S~*~*~
Both had the menus covering their faces. You could tell that they did not want to face each other. "So, what are you ordering, Sakura-chan?" Syaoran asked, bringing down his menu a little. Sakura also brought her menu down a bit, "I don't know Syaoran, and everything looks so tasty! I can't choose. onegai can you order for me?" Syaoran smiled, "Sure," Soon a waiter came in between them to take their order. Syaoran looked at the waiter and told him their order; the waiter wrote everything down, repeated it to make sure he got the right order then left.
"Syaoran.. You ordered so much, are you sure you'll be able to afford this?" Sakura looked at Syaoran whom sat across her.
Syaoran smiled, "Don't worry about it, I can afford it, just relax," Sakura felt herself melt under his gaze. "Alright, if you say so," Sakura said, avoiding eye contact with Syaoran
Neither of them spoke for a while.
~*~*~*~M+J & E+T~*~*~*~ "Agh, none of them are talking!" Meiling growled, looking through one of the letters. "I know! They have to get into a conversation soon! They're like zombies or something!" Tomoyo said, adjusting her camera lens to fit through one the Chinese letters. The guys sweatdropped at their girlfriends, "Eek! Look guys! Syaoran's blushing!" Tomoyo squealed quietly. The guys immediately got out of their seats and rushed over and squished themselves between Meiling and Tomoyo, "Hehe, cute little descendent is blushing." Eriol smiled his mysterious smile, Jason laughed softly.
From behind them they heard a voice, "Umm..uhhh.May I take your order?" A waitress said with a sweatdrop on her head.
All four shook and raise their heads and bumped into each other, "OWW!" came from all four, they looked at the waitress and smiled sheepishly with fairly large sweatdrops on their heads.
(heheh I thought that was funny)
~*~*~Back to S+S~*~*~
Their order came and it took three waiters/waitresses to bring their food. There were 3 candles in the middle of the table so there wasn't that much space. The waitress set up the plates and silverware. They set up the food and the food that won't fit in there was set on a small table on the side that had wheels on the bottom so it's movable. (hope you guys get it.)
Sakura stared at the food, "Hoeee... Syaoran, are you sure that we're able to eat all this?" Sakura asked staring at the food.
There is a lot of food on the two tables; there are beef, pork, noodles, shrimp, fish, chicken, all kinds of cooked vegetables and more.
Syaoran smiled again, "Don't worry, I don't know what you like to eat, so eat what you want and as much as you want," Sakura smiled, Syaoran thinks of everything, and she was positive that he can afford because when she saw his mansion she knew that he was rich but of course! He IS the Li Clan Leader after all!
Sakura picked up her chopsticks and tried one of the sauce-covered shrimp and slowly put it in her mouth, Syaoran watched her every move. Slowly in her mouth, Sakura began to chew it then swallow it.
"Ah, it's delicious!" Sakura exclaimed happily. Syaoran gave out a small grin, "I'm glad."
(Yes I know, Syaoran was blushing too much now he's smiling to much. so don't bother to point that out! -.-;;)
They ate in silence when suddenly one of them decided to speak up, "So, so do you know where we're going after this Shaoran," Sakura said while using a napkin to wipe the edge of her mouth. "I'm not sure yet, I'm still thinking about that." Syaoran answered truthfully.
"Oh, ok, so how's life treating you?" Sakura asked, still avoiding eye contact with Syaoran. 'He doesn't love you, remember that, oh why did I ever agree to go? I could've said that I was busy, he doesn't love me and that's that, *sigh* I might as well enjoy this since I'm nothing but a 'friend' to him'
Syaoran looked up at Sakura and wondered why Sakura was look at another direction, but he answered her anyway, "Been great ever since Meiling realized that the love I have for her is only as a cousin and nothing more. It's been nice not having her clinging on my arm," Syaoran chuckled, Sakura laughed softly, "Glad to hear that, and did ya know? Meiling and Jason are together now!" Sakura said excitedly.
"Really?" Syaoran said, arching up his right eyebrow, and continued, "I don't entirely trust that guy, Jason, but I'm sure Meiling knows what she's doing, just as long she's happy then I don't mind, well bottom line is that I'm just glad that she has someone to care for her."
'yeah, unlike me..' Sakura thought, "Yeah me too, as long she's happy then I'm happy."
~*~*~Back to the matchmakers~*~*~ Meiling smiled, her friends really did care about her.
"This is getting to be boring." Eriol said with a sigh. Tomoyo looked at him, "How can this be tiring?? It's so kawaii!! I bet they are about to spill their feelings out any second! AND I'm going to capture every moment of it! HOHOHO!" Everyone looked at Tomoyo with sweatdrops.
~*~*~*~S+S~*~*~*~ They continued eating and chatting altogether, Syaoran was glad that at least they are talking, that they are acting that they known each other all their lives, both weren't acting shy or anything, they just talked casually as if they were the best of friends. (You know what I mean right? Well I couldn't really explain it...)
Time passed and both claimed to be full, Syaoran paid the bill and they went out of the restaurant, so did Tomoyo, Meiling, Jason and Eriol.
They went to the car and Syaoran, once again opened the door for Sakura and went to his side of the car. When they stopped once again at a red traffic light, Syaoran began to think of where he would take Sakura; he wanted her to a place that is special, a magical place you can say. suddenly he got the perfect idea for a place!! He made a left turn and started to drive towards the park, (not the penguin slide park but the one they went to in the previous chapter) Sakura noticing where they were headed spoke up, "Shaoran, are we going to the park?" Syaoran let a smile out, "You could say that."
And indeed they did ended up at the park, Syaoran parked his car and went to Sakura's side and opened the door for her, after they got out Syaoran went to the center of the parking lot, Sakura followed suit.
Nobody was at the park at this time; it was empty, completely deserted. All you could hear is the breeze blowing past the massive trees, sending out a gentle, rustling sound. Syaoran just stood there with Sakura right behind him, obviously she was confuse. Syaoran looked in all directions making sure that no one is around then Syaoran around turned and faced Sakura, he smiled and said softly; "Give me you hand and close you eyes," Sakura gave out a puzzled look but held out her hand and squeezed her eyes shut tight.
Syaoran took her hand in his, Sakura blushed feeling his warm hand in hers, she heard him chanting something but couldn't hear it clearly.
She felt herself being lifted up somehow yet the feeling was strange, it was as if she was levitating! Yet she didn't open her eyes. She felt wind brush against her hair and her face. But she didn't open her eyes, she wanted to see what was going on yet she stayed patient.
After what seem like 1 or 2 minutes, Syaoran said, "You can open your eyes now Sakura. Sakura opened her emerald eyes let out a little yelp! She was flying in mid air. Syaoran laughed quietly, "Shaoran..what's going on? How.. how.?" Sakura stuttered. Syaoran laughed again at her reaction, "You'll find out soon enough, oh and the flying thing, it's because of this," He said, taking his other hand he took something out of his pocket, revealing a small cylinder shape stone.(they are still holding hands)
The stone was made out of jade and it has delicate carvings on it, wrapped around the top of the stone was a piece of thin red string, which held three small feathers at the top. It was about 1 and a half inches long and about 1 and half centimeters thick. Right now the stone glowed a bright green color.
(Yes, I thought of that in 30 seconds)
Syaoran gave the stone to Sakura, Sakura took it (with her other hand) and inspect it, she gave it back to Syaoran afterwards. He placed it back securely in his pocket.
They were still in the air, their hands the only thing connecting them, "C'mon, I got a special place to show you." Syaoran winked and he went forward a bit. Sakura went too far and Syaoran yanked her back and her face smack in his chest. Both blushed madly, Syaoran thought Sakura might be uncomfortable with this, so he began unwrapping his arms around her yet Sakura hugged him tighter, she felt safe in his arms. Syaoran smiled and wrapped his arms around her.
He flew forward, not a very fast speed but now a slow speed either. They flew through the night sky, sometimes Sakura allowed herself to raise her head to see where they where going. Other times she would just rest her head on Syaoran's chest. She was going to enjoy this moment even though he doesn't love her.
After what seem like 5 minutes or so they landed, Sakura took a step away from Syaoran and her eyes drank everything in, the place was like a small version of a forest!! It has trees and a path leading to a valley. But at the starting point of the path was a cliff. And if you look, you can see all of Tomoeda. (sp?) Right now they are standing on the cliff. "Wow, Shaoran. what is this place? I never noticed it before.. Sakura said, still staring into the view.
~*~*~ The matchmakers, we haven't forgotten about them have we?~*~*~
Jason parked his car right next to Syaoran's, all four got out. "Well his car is here but where exactly is he?" Meiling said, looking around.
"They don't seem to be around here, they're probably out to the farther end of the park," Tomoyo said getting out her camcorder.
So the four split up, hoping to find Syaoran and Sakura.
After a long while, they met up at the parking lot, "WHERE THE HECK ARE THEY?!" yelled Tomoyo, she was disappointed missing recording Syaoran and Sakura, whatever they are doing now.
"Calm down Tomoyo," Eriol said from behind, putting his hands on Tomoyo's shoulder.
"But where could they be?....What if something happened to them?" Jason said, his face showed anxiety.
Meiling smiled slightly, "Don't worry, Xiao Lang and Sakura can take care of themselves,"
"Let's wait in the car.." Tomoyo said, running out of ideas, "They're bound to come back here soon, it's getting dark and they will have to come home soon.
"Good idea, Tomoyo" Eriol sad and then all four waited in the car.
(...that was weird hehe)
~*~*~S+S continuing right where we left off~*~*~
Syaoran smiled, "It's my special place. People can see it yet they can't reach it, the front part is hidden by tress, only the cliff is showing, they just think it's just part of the park, only the birds can reach it, I found this place back when I was around ten years old, I just go to this place to get away from Meiling, or to think, its especially beautiful at night." "Oh, well it sure is beautiful," Sakura said, still in awed.
"C'mon, this isn't the best part," Syaoran took Sakura's hand and ran towards the end of the path, Sakura ran too to keep up with him, her blue dress flowing behind her.
At the end of the path was the valley, there were massive trees and a small waterfall near which poured into a small pond. (Pond?! Hehe lake sounded weird. I didn't know what to put!) Near the water was a cave, there were vast hills too. Fireflies came and surrounded Sakura and Syaoran, Sakura giggled at this, "Wow, this is like a dream come true! This place is so beautiful." Syaoran nodded, and smiled at Sakura, she was dancing with the fireflies. He was let a sigh of content. Syaoran sat down and leaned against one of the many large trees and just watched Sakura. The tree was near the ending point of the path and it faced the waterfall. Sakura twirled around, making her dress spin out a little.
'she's always so cheerful and carefree, well that's one of the many reasons why I love her.' Syaoran thought, still watching Sakura.
Sakura stopped and tried to catch one of the fireflies but failed, after several attempts she gave up. She went up and sat down right next to Syaoran, the tree was so wide that both Syaoran and Sakura's back didn't even covered all of it!
They both gaze into the night sky, it seemed especially beautiful tonight, the sky was black yet some parts seemed to look like dark purple. Many stars were out and were shining brightly, giving a radiant glow to the valley. The moon was full and big, and white; it was so close you could almost see the craters on it.
"The stars are beautiful, ne? Sakura said still staring mindlessly into the night sky, Syaoran looked down at Sakura, she was so beautiful! The bright stars seem to give her face this shine. After a few seconds Syaoran answered her, "Yes, yes they are"
Just then a shooting star zoomed across the sky, "Look! Shaoran! A shooting star!! Make a wish!" Sakura said excitedly. Syaoran looked down at Sakura as she closed her eyes, her lips were moving yet no sound came out. 'I wish Syaoran would love me even though it seems highly unlikely but I still wish and hope that he loves me as I love him'. After a few seconds Sakura opened her eyes and smiled brightly at Syaoran, "Done!" Syaoran smiled at Sakura, she was so cute sometimes, Sakura looked up at Syaoran, his chestnut hair blowing softly in the breeze, "What did you wish for Syaoran?"
"I didn't wish for anything." Syaoran said tenderly.
"Hoe? Why not?"
"Because I didn't need to.."
"..Oh.." Even though Sakura didn't fully understand.
'I love you Sakura.. at least I'm with you right now and that's also a wish come true..' (Awww! How Kawaii!)
They continued to look at the stars when Syaoran felt Sakura shiver, "Are you cold? Here, take my jacket," Syaoran started to remove his jacket when Sakura stopped him, "Iie, you're going to get colder than I am right now, it's not fair, you keep the jacket and I'll be fine."
Syaoran didn't give up that easily, "Take it, I'm not cold at all, I don't mind the cold either, I'm used to it and besides I wouldn't forgive myself if you got sick or something," Syaoran said handing his jacket to Sakura.
Sakura knew Syaoran wouldn't take his jacket back, so she politely took it and said Arigato. She put it around her, it was a bit loose but comfy nonetheless.
They looked at the stars again, entranced by its beauty; it was like if they were under a spell or something.
'This is the perfect opportunity to tell her, but I'm not sure, what if she doesn't feel the same way? What if all she ever wanted us to be are friends? What if she will never accept my feelings..' All the 'what ifs' swarm around in Syaoran's head. 'Like Tomoyo said, I'll never know until I try.'
"Sakura I ha-" Syaoran was cut off when he felt Sakura's head slump down on his shoulder, he blushed, but he didn't mind. He shifted his head slightly to look down at Sakura to find her eyes closed! She was sleeping! Syaoran smiled at Sakura, she looked like an angel with the stars light emitting luminosity on her face. 'I guess this isn't the time to tell then.' Syaoran thought as he pushed a strand of hair out of her face and gently tucked it behind her hair, he stroked her face lovingly. Sakura mumbled something that Syaoran didn't hear clearly but chose to ignore it, Syaoran could tell Sakura was having a good dream because her lips formed a little smile. What he didn't know is she was dreaming of him. (^____^)
He was really lucky to have met someone like Sakura.
He didn't want to ruin the moment and wake her so instead he just stayed like that, looking at the stars with Sakura by his side.
He carefully lifted his arm and looked at the time, 9:53 pm. 'I going to have to get Sakura home or Touya or Kero won't be pleased'
He carefully sat up holding Sakura's head in substitute for his shoulder. Gingerly, he lifted her up, putting one of his arms under the bend of Sakura's knees and the other supporting her back. (he's holding her incase you guys couldn't figure it out ^.^;)
He chanted a few words and felt the stone inside his pocket glowing. Soon he was lifted in the air; he flew until he reached the parking lot. He was surprised to see two cars instead of just his. He opened the back seat, it was hard but he managed to open it anyways, he gently placed her inside. He closed to door and opened his door when he heard something from inside of the other car!
Peering in his eyes widen, in the front seat was Jason, he head leaning on the steering wheel, and Meiling who next to him in the front, her head was leaning on Jason's shoulder. In the back was Tomoyo, her body stretched out and took most of the back seat, her head was on Eriol's lap. On one of her hands held her camcorder. (^_^;;) Eriol was just leaning back, his hands on Tomoyo's hair and face.
Syaoran realized they were spying on them at the restaurant! But they didn't seem to spy them at the park. He smirked and opened his car door, quietly started the engine and drove off.
He parked his car houses away from the Kinomoto's residence. He carried Sakura again, he got to her house and went to the side, he hopped swiftly from tree branch to tree branch. (He's strong) With difficulty he managed to opened her window, he went in (wow that window must pretty be wide then huh? Hehe) and laid her down at her bed. He pulled the covers on over her to protect her from the cold.
He sat there by her side as if leaving her could be leading her to death. He caressed her cheek slowly and soothingly and just sat there, staring at her. Sakura mumbled something incoherent. Syaoran smiled, he removed his hand and sat up. He leaned his head down slightly and just gazed at her, his long, unruly bangs covering his eyes.
She looked so peaceful and serene. Tranquility was in the air. Everything was just so quiet except for the faint breeze carrying its wind past the trees making a gentle melodic rusting sound. The faint sounds of crickets chirping echoed throughout the night.
He could not even find the words to describe her, no words could possible describe her. She was like an angel sent from heaven whose main priority was to make everyone happy. Well she succeeded. Back then, Syaoran thought there wasn't really a reason to live until he met her. However, something more happened. He fell in love with her. For five years. The love for her that he felt five years ago didn't rust away. The love he felt for her now was more than he felt five years ago.much much more. And he would never love someone else as much as he loves her.. But the question is.. does she feel the same way? 'no way.. but then why did she accept to go to the dance with me?.... as a friend?.... or more.?..'
He planted a soft, light kiss on her cheek; he smiled, "Good night, Ying Fa," With these last words and newfound confidence and this urge to tell her his feelings for her soon, he hopped out the window and closed it and headed home. 'Tonight I didn't get a chance to tell you but I promise I will..soon, and I will be awaiting your answer'
~*~*~Downstairs~*~*~ Downstairs Touya was pacing back and forth nervously (Kero been sleeping for the past 4 hours) I can't believe she actually go out with the stupid Chinese gaki! What was she thinking of?! If that gaki even touches a hair on her, I swear I'll murder him! 'Touya thoughts were interrupted when he heard something upstairs. (Syaoran closing the window)
"What was that?" Touya said out loud to no one in particular. He went upstairs and noticed the noise came from Sakura's room, he opened the door to see..Sakura sleeping?!
'NANI?! Was she sleeping this whole time?! Was Daidoujii just joking around? ..oh well, as long as she is not with the stupid gaki then I don't care, can't believe I worried all over nothing.' Touya closed the door gently as to not wake up Sakura and went to his own room to get some sleep himself.
(Note that Touya did not see Sakura's dress because the covers covered her dress so Touya couldn't see anything but her head and neck. ^_~)
~*~*~Jason's car LOL~*~*~
"Huh?" Tomoyo said, gently raising her head and stretched. She looked around, everyone was sleeping! As if she just remembered something she looked outside.oh no..Syaoran's car is gone! Her faced pale, then he must've found out and OH NO she didn't get to record the kawaii moment, "OH NO!!!!!!!! WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!! " this woke everybody up, "huh? What happened? What's wrong Tomoyo?" All three said. "WHAT HAPPENED IS THAT WE FELL ASLEEP!! WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!" Tomoyo wailed some more..
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