DISCLAIMER: umm......I don't own CCS....yes....very original...I know..a
few days ago my mind sprung a leak in its creative well.. And well over
that time period much of my creative juices have leaked out...though we are
hoping to have the hole patched soon....
AUTHORS NOTE: Hey, im sorry for the shortness of my last chapter. I was hyper to begin with, but I kept getting distracted..and then I glanced at the clock and saw it was 5:30 AM. I decided I had stayed up long enough. So I ended there and posted it.
About this chapter.. I know when I write about card captures it is probably sooooo different from the show, or magna. That's because I don't know a lot about most of the captures. I have seen but a few episodes, and both movies. I have read the magna's that are of her turning the cards into Sakura Cards. And seen most of the episodes about that. That is my favorite part of the show because it's when their true feelings take form.. So I am sorry if it bugs you that I invent my own idea of a card capture..or how a card fights back or acts. thank you for understanding.
Also.Thank you soooo much for your reviews! I noticed that I was so tired at the end of the last chapter that I forgot to end with an Authors Note saying to review...hee hee..that's SO not like me! But people reviewed anyway! THANK YOU SOOO MUCH! You know how I feel about reviews.. Anywho..on with the story!
Sakura lay on her bed, lost in thought, the sun shining brightly through her window. She couldn't believe she had slept most of the day. It was now 4 P.M., and she had only awoken 10 minutes before. The pain was still bad, and she decided that staying still was the most comfortable thing for her to do. She could here Kero clicking away like mad on the video game controller. He had been thoughtful enough to keep it on Mute, but every now and then she could her him give a cry of joy as he defeated some high score. She smiled at his silly antics ::::He sure is obsessed with those video games... well, at least he has something to have fun with...This house isn't really bursting with fun...Now wait, I don't want to think of this... I just want to relax and be happy..::::
"yes!..oh oops..heehee..to loud." Kero said as he leaped for joy in defeating his highest score. :::I wonder when Sakura will wake up..::: he thought worriedly, glancing back at the silent form of the card mistress. ::::She has been asleep all day..I hope she's ok..and im kind of hungry.:::: he thought as he heard his tummy rumble for what must have been the hundredth time.
Syaoran lived in an apartment a few blocks away from Sakura's neighborhood. He had come alone from Hong Kong. He had been taught to take care of himself from a young age, and with his power he definitely didn't need any protection. His family was a powerful one, most had great magical ability, which was due to them being descendants of a great magician. His mother, currently head of the Li family, had sent him to capture the Clow cards.
Syaoran walked to the fridge, opening it wide, just to stand there and stare blankly for a moment..
"What am I doing...She isn't in the fridge." He said to himself, closing the door, and then continuing on into the living room where he flopped down on to the couch.. He had spent much of his day wandering absentmindedly around the apartment. He had tried to get a few chores done, but he found it nearly impossible to concentrate on anything for very long. :::truth is...I just cant get her out of my head...:::: He shook his head in frustration :::What could Kero have meant last night.. It just doesn't make since. None of it!:::: He stood up suddenly, and began to pace the room. :::: Sakura..what is it about you...how could it be. that a girl I hardly know, can affect me so much.... her deep emerald orbs seem to have me intoxicated....just one look and I feel.::: he had stopped pacing, and he now stared out the window at the setting sun. The beautiful oranges and yellows emitting from the sun, contrasting with the blues, violets, and pinks of the darkening sky. Here and there stars were becoming visible, and a full moon was blocked partially by a small cloud.
Sakura watched from her bed as the sun sank behind the horizon, casting its beautiful golden rays over the mountains in one last attempt to make the world bright. Many stars twinkled brightly throughout the darkening sky, as the world shifted from day to night. :::it's so beautiful.... ::: she thought as a full moon was suddenly revealed from behind the few clouds left in the sky. :::looks like its going to be another clear night..::: she thought happily as her eyes closed heavily, and she drifted off into another peaceful sleep.
Everything had become quiet in the Kinomoto house. Kero had fallen asleep at the end of Sakura's bed, and her aunt had spent the day out with a colleague, and had fallen asleep watching TV shortly after she returned.
A FEW HOURS LATER.....
Sakura lay with the warm and comfortable blanket of sleep wrapped securely around her. Her comfort was suddenly interrupted though, by the loud, and low rumble of Thunder in the distance. She sat up, suddenly fully alert. ::: I hate thunder..::: she thought sorrowfully.. As she turned her gaze towards the window. What met her eyes was a cloudless, storm-less sky. :::How can this be...How could there be thunder, but no storm!?:::
The next roll of thunder was much louder then the first, and it was enough to wake Kero from his deep sleep.
"Kero! This aura, it's another card!.I knew that thunder couldn't be natural, when there was no storm!" Sakura said smartly, though she was still afraid of the thunder real or not.
Kero looked up at his master worriedly, ::: I don't want to let her go... after what happened last night how could I let her.. But she seems so determined.::: he thought, as he watched her quickly get ready. :::: I can't hold her back...::: he sighed, as he quickly followed her out the window, :::talk about déjà vu. I mean. two cards in two days.:::: He thought as they headed towards the source of the aura.
Syaoran ran down the street, towards the park, at full speed. At the first roll of thunder he could feel the cards aura, and he was determined to find it. ::: I wonder if Sakura will show up...She really shouldn't...after how much strength she seemed to have used up last night... another capture could prove dangerous.::: he thought worriedly. Part of him hoped that she would stay home and be safe, but at the same time he wanted her to be there, so she could have a chance to catch the card. :::what am I thinking..I thought I was here to capture the cards no matter what....well . looks like plans have shifted a little....what am I going to tell my mother..::: but before he could continue this thought he reached the park. In the center stood a great cat like beast. It was controlling the thunder, Syaoran watched in awe as the magnificent creature created another, very loud, roll of Thunder.
Sakura ran up behind Syaoran, out of breath, and in pain from the jog.
"What is that!" she asked Kero, over the loud thunder. Her nerves quivered at the booming sound. :::I HATE THUNDER...::::
"That is the thunder card. It is in the form of a cat like beast." Kero told her, proud of his intelligence about the cards.
"Hello Syaoran," she greeted as he tore his eyes away from the beast to look at her.
"Hello." ..:::: so she did come, well that puts an end to that mental dispute..:: he thought as he unsheathed his magic sword, turning towards the beast once more. He quickly said his incantation for the element lightning, and sent a powerful bolt towards the beast.
The lightning did little harm to the creature, but it succeeded in antagonizing him. He turned in a rage towards Syaoran, and gave an unearthly roar that shook the very earth with the sounds of Thunder.
"Shit, well that didn't work!" he said, as the creature suddenly came barreling towards him. He was just barely able to tumble to the side, and out of its path before being trampled. As he lay on the ground, the creature had quickly altered its course and was now just seconds from being upon Syaoran once more. Right before it made the final deadly pounce, it was suddenly knocked forcefully backwards by a giant ball of flames. Syaoran turned in surprise, and saw Sakura standing with staff in hand. :::that's again she has saved my life..::::
The creature quickly recovered from its fall, shaking its head in momentary confusion, then turning its deadly gaze towards Sakura. ::how dare she attack me.::: But before he could start his mad dash, another burst of flames came at him, this time from the boy. :::: You again!::: he turned around in anger once more towards Syaoran. Once again he tried to attack and was met with another burst of flames, this time from both sides.
Sakura could feel herself tiring. Using the card over and over again was not easy, and she was still weak from the night before. ::: I won't give up!:: she thought with determination, as she sent another burst of flames towards the thunder beast. The creature had weakened immensely, and Sakura saw that now would be the time to capture it. As she raised her staff up, she suddenly collapsed to her knees. She clenched her teeth, fighting the urge to pass out, and succeeded. But she could not call upon the strength to get up, or raise her staff again. "Syaoran, I ...Just capture the card now, I think it's finally weak enough."
At the sound of Sakura's voice, he quickly sent a glance in her direction. He was shocked at her present state, and felt the urge to run to her side immediately, but he stayed where he was as what had she said sank in. He forced the card back into its card form, and quickly completed a successful capture.
In less then a moment from capturing the card, he was already running towards Sakura.
"Are you ok?" he asked urgently as he kneeled down besides the girl. He noticed she was trembling from the weakness her muscles, and body, felt. "Sakura, what happened. one minute your fine, next you are to weak to stand on your own."
Sakura slowly raised her eyes from the ground and looked at his worried face, "it's nothing really....Im fine, just a little tired.... That's all," she said, lowering her eyes back to the ground. Even though it was partially the truth, she Was tired, she still felt guilty that she wasn't telling him the whole story. She wasn't fine. she was in excruciating pain, and on the verge of fainting from fatigue.
Syaoran noticed how she avoided eye contact, and doubted what she said. He felt slightly hurt that she would lie, ::: but then again, wouldn't I have done the same in order not to worry her...::: He sighed as he spotted Kero, out of the corner of his eye, making his way towards them from his hiding spot in a gigantic tree.
He had found himself a nice safe spot to watch from. :::not that I don't want to help, but in this form..well there is not much I can do battle- wise. but just wait. as soon as she has all the cards, we'll see who is able to hurt Sakura..No one will get to her if I have Im around..::: he thought with frustration, as he did not know how much longer he could watch his mistress suffer.
"Here, I will help you home then." Syaoran said suddenly standing. He then helped her to her feet, supporting her with his arm around her waist. Kero flew behind them, not saying anything. He was grateful for the help, but he was still held his grudge against Syaoran for calling him a "stuffed toy", by refusing to express his gratitude. They moved very slowly, for Sakura, being so weak, was practically being carried by Syaoran's support. But in this fashion he was able to help her all the way to the front of her house in about 30 minutes.
"I can get back by myself now.Thank you for your help." She said, hoping that she was right. ::: I wish he could just help me all the way to my room. but that would be dangerous. especially with HER sleeping on the couch..::: she looked up noticing his doubtful and worried look. "Really, I can make it."
Syaoran loosened his grip on her, just a little, and she would have collapsed to the ground once more had he not caught her. "I don't think so.I think you will just have to let me help you inside. Come on.." he said as he began to walk her towards the front door. Kero had already flown up into Sakura's room via the window.
Sakura could not protest, for truthfully, she knew she would not be able to climb the stairs herself, or use the jump card to get through the window like before. So she was forced to consent to doing it his way, though the thought of sneaking past her sleeping aunt was an uncomfortable one.
"wait," she whispered as Syaoran's hand reached for the doorknob. "We MUST be very quiet. My aunt is sleeping on the couch, even the slightest noise could wake her.. Uhh" she faltered, searching for something to say that wouldn't give to much away. "we don't want her to .. discover I was gone.." She looked up into his eyes, hoping that he understood the seriousness of her request.
"ok, we will be quiet." He said, pondering over what the real reason might be. He knew that she hadn't told him everything. He reached down and turned the knob, and slowly pushed the door open with the slightest of creaks. He felt Sakura tense up at even that small noise. ::: something isn't right with this..::: he thought as they took their first few steps into the house. He noiselessly closed the door behind him before continuing towards the stairs. Through the darkness he could barely see the outline of a woman sleeping on the couch.
They walked even slower then before, being ever careful not to make any noise that was avoidable. They made it to the stairs with no problems, and Syaoran quickly found a way to climb the stairs silently while still supporting Sakura.
They made good progress, and in no time they were about half way up the staircase. Sakura began to relax, thinking the ordeal was almost over, when suddenly a loud creak issued from the next step as their combined wait hit it. Sakura froze with fear, though Syaoran tried to push on.
Syaoran suddenly noticed a change in the steady breathing, normal to a sleeping person. Then he heard the sound of someone sitting up, and moving about the living room. :::shit, we woke her up.:: he looked down at Sakura, and noticed the look of terror plastered on her face. And not for the first time he wondered, :::::: what in the hell is going on here!:::::
Sakura was horrified to hear the sound of her aunt awaking. Every muscle in her just froze, paralyzed instantly with fear. She knew it was stupid to just stand there, but no matter what, she couldn't will herself to go any further.
Syaoran shook her gently, trying to get her to snap out of this shock. He was able to get her to move a little, and then a little more, and soon they were making their way slowly up the stairs. Sakura was shuddering with fear, but she managed, with Syaoran's help, to gain enough control to make her way up the stairs once more.
They reached the top and turned the corner just as Syaoran heard footsteps nearing the staircase. :: oh great, so now she's coming up stairs.::: he observed with worry, :::just my luck I guess...::: He thought as he continued down the hall, but he stopped abruptly, realizing he didn't know which room to go to. He looked to Sakura, hoping she would understand he couldn't risk asking.
Sakura looked up for a moment confused at why he stopped, and then it dawned on her that he didn't know where to go. She quickly pointed out the right door, and he nodded his thanks as they quickly continued towards her room.
He reached for the doorknob,..., the footsteps could be heard closer to the top of the stair case now..he slowly opened the door as to be silent..She was at the last few steps..he walked in, and turned to close the door..
Lori Lee walked off the stairs onto the second floor landing, turning tiredly towards her room, when she thought she heard the soft click of a door. She brought her attention forward, quickly raising her eyes from the floor.::: hmmm..nothing there..::: she yawned slightly confused, ::: just my imagination...::: she thought before disappearing into her room, shutting the door behind her.
Syaoran left Sakura sitting on her bed, and with a quiet goodnight he slipped out her window and back to the safety off the streets. ::: what the hell just happened...i don't know if I ever have been so afraid in my life..but why was I so afraid...was it because Sakura was..but...then why was she so afraid...:::: all his confused thinking just caused him to become more baffled over the situation, as he quickly walked home.
AUTHORS NOTE: ok, how was that for the next chapter...long enough for you? Hee hee... I hope..it's now 4:30 AM and im ready to go off and hit the sack... It's funny because I was planning on having a lot more happen this chapter.... But I kind of wrote a lot more then I thought I would about certain parts...or something..... Well ok, I hope you enjoyed it!! And please REVIEW!!!!. if I get a good amount of reviews I may update really quickly again. though I don't know really, I start school again on Tuesday, and I won't have a lot of time to write like I did over break...stupid school..anyway, thank you for reading!
AUTHORS NOTE: Hey, im sorry for the shortness of my last chapter. I was hyper to begin with, but I kept getting distracted..and then I glanced at the clock and saw it was 5:30 AM. I decided I had stayed up long enough. So I ended there and posted it.
About this chapter.. I know when I write about card captures it is probably sooooo different from the show, or magna. That's because I don't know a lot about most of the captures. I have seen but a few episodes, and both movies. I have read the magna's that are of her turning the cards into Sakura Cards. And seen most of the episodes about that. That is my favorite part of the show because it's when their true feelings take form.. So I am sorry if it bugs you that I invent my own idea of a card capture..or how a card fights back or acts. thank you for understanding.
Also.Thank you soooo much for your reviews! I noticed that I was so tired at the end of the last chapter that I forgot to end with an Authors Note saying to review...hee hee..that's SO not like me! But people reviewed anyway! THANK YOU SOOO MUCH! You know how I feel about reviews.. Anywho..on with the story!
Sakura lay on her bed, lost in thought, the sun shining brightly through her window. She couldn't believe she had slept most of the day. It was now 4 P.M., and she had only awoken 10 minutes before. The pain was still bad, and she decided that staying still was the most comfortable thing for her to do. She could here Kero clicking away like mad on the video game controller. He had been thoughtful enough to keep it on Mute, but every now and then she could her him give a cry of joy as he defeated some high score. She smiled at his silly antics ::::He sure is obsessed with those video games... well, at least he has something to have fun with...This house isn't really bursting with fun...Now wait, I don't want to think of this... I just want to relax and be happy..::::
"yes!..oh oops..heehee..to loud." Kero said as he leaped for joy in defeating his highest score. :::I wonder when Sakura will wake up..::: he thought worriedly, glancing back at the silent form of the card mistress. ::::She has been asleep all day..I hope she's ok..and im kind of hungry.:::: he thought as he heard his tummy rumble for what must have been the hundredth time.
Syaoran lived in an apartment a few blocks away from Sakura's neighborhood. He had come alone from Hong Kong. He had been taught to take care of himself from a young age, and with his power he definitely didn't need any protection. His family was a powerful one, most had great magical ability, which was due to them being descendants of a great magician. His mother, currently head of the Li family, had sent him to capture the Clow cards.
Syaoran walked to the fridge, opening it wide, just to stand there and stare blankly for a moment..
"What am I doing...She isn't in the fridge." He said to himself, closing the door, and then continuing on into the living room where he flopped down on to the couch.. He had spent much of his day wandering absentmindedly around the apartment. He had tried to get a few chores done, but he found it nearly impossible to concentrate on anything for very long. :::truth is...I just cant get her out of my head...:::: He shook his head in frustration :::What could Kero have meant last night.. It just doesn't make since. None of it!:::: He stood up suddenly, and began to pace the room. :::: Sakura..what is it about you...how could it be. that a girl I hardly know, can affect me so much.... her deep emerald orbs seem to have me intoxicated....just one look and I feel.::: he had stopped pacing, and he now stared out the window at the setting sun. The beautiful oranges and yellows emitting from the sun, contrasting with the blues, violets, and pinks of the darkening sky. Here and there stars were becoming visible, and a full moon was blocked partially by a small cloud.
Sakura watched from her bed as the sun sank behind the horizon, casting its beautiful golden rays over the mountains in one last attempt to make the world bright. Many stars twinkled brightly throughout the darkening sky, as the world shifted from day to night. :::it's so beautiful.... ::: she thought as a full moon was suddenly revealed from behind the few clouds left in the sky. :::looks like its going to be another clear night..::: she thought happily as her eyes closed heavily, and she drifted off into another peaceful sleep.
Everything had become quiet in the Kinomoto house. Kero had fallen asleep at the end of Sakura's bed, and her aunt had spent the day out with a colleague, and had fallen asleep watching TV shortly after she returned.
A FEW HOURS LATER.....
Sakura lay with the warm and comfortable blanket of sleep wrapped securely around her. Her comfort was suddenly interrupted though, by the loud, and low rumble of Thunder in the distance. She sat up, suddenly fully alert. ::: I hate thunder..::: she thought sorrowfully.. As she turned her gaze towards the window. What met her eyes was a cloudless, storm-less sky. :::How can this be...How could there be thunder, but no storm!?:::
The next roll of thunder was much louder then the first, and it was enough to wake Kero from his deep sleep.
"Kero! This aura, it's another card!.I knew that thunder couldn't be natural, when there was no storm!" Sakura said smartly, though she was still afraid of the thunder real or not.
Kero looked up at his master worriedly, ::: I don't want to let her go... after what happened last night how could I let her.. But she seems so determined.::: he thought, as he watched her quickly get ready. :::: I can't hold her back...::: he sighed, as he quickly followed her out the window, :::talk about déjà vu. I mean. two cards in two days.:::: He thought as they headed towards the source of the aura.
Syaoran ran down the street, towards the park, at full speed. At the first roll of thunder he could feel the cards aura, and he was determined to find it. ::: I wonder if Sakura will show up...She really shouldn't...after how much strength she seemed to have used up last night... another capture could prove dangerous.::: he thought worriedly. Part of him hoped that she would stay home and be safe, but at the same time he wanted her to be there, so she could have a chance to catch the card. :::what am I thinking..I thought I was here to capture the cards no matter what....well . looks like plans have shifted a little....what am I going to tell my mother..::: but before he could continue this thought he reached the park. In the center stood a great cat like beast. It was controlling the thunder, Syaoran watched in awe as the magnificent creature created another, very loud, roll of Thunder.
Sakura ran up behind Syaoran, out of breath, and in pain from the jog.
"What is that!" she asked Kero, over the loud thunder. Her nerves quivered at the booming sound. :::I HATE THUNDER...::::
"That is the thunder card. It is in the form of a cat like beast." Kero told her, proud of his intelligence about the cards.
"Hello Syaoran," she greeted as he tore his eyes away from the beast to look at her.
"Hello." ..:::: so she did come, well that puts an end to that mental dispute..:: he thought as he unsheathed his magic sword, turning towards the beast once more. He quickly said his incantation for the element lightning, and sent a powerful bolt towards the beast.
The lightning did little harm to the creature, but it succeeded in antagonizing him. He turned in a rage towards Syaoran, and gave an unearthly roar that shook the very earth with the sounds of Thunder.
"Shit, well that didn't work!" he said, as the creature suddenly came barreling towards him. He was just barely able to tumble to the side, and out of its path before being trampled. As he lay on the ground, the creature had quickly altered its course and was now just seconds from being upon Syaoran once more. Right before it made the final deadly pounce, it was suddenly knocked forcefully backwards by a giant ball of flames. Syaoran turned in surprise, and saw Sakura standing with staff in hand. :::that's again she has saved my life..::::
The creature quickly recovered from its fall, shaking its head in momentary confusion, then turning its deadly gaze towards Sakura. ::how dare she attack me.::: But before he could start his mad dash, another burst of flames came at him, this time from the boy. :::: You again!::: he turned around in anger once more towards Syaoran. Once again he tried to attack and was met with another burst of flames, this time from both sides.
Sakura could feel herself tiring. Using the card over and over again was not easy, and she was still weak from the night before. ::: I won't give up!:: she thought with determination, as she sent another burst of flames towards the thunder beast. The creature had weakened immensely, and Sakura saw that now would be the time to capture it. As she raised her staff up, she suddenly collapsed to her knees. She clenched her teeth, fighting the urge to pass out, and succeeded. But she could not call upon the strength to get up, or raise her staff again. "Syaoran, I ...Just capture the card now, I think it's finally weak enough."
At the sound of Sakura's voice, he quickly sent a glance in her direction. He was shocked at her present state, and felt the urge to run to her side immediately, but he stayed where he was as what had she said sank in. He forced the card back into its card form, and quickly completed a successful capture.
In less then a moment from capturing the card, he was already running towards Sakura.
"Are you ok?" he asked urgently as he kneeled down besides the girl. He noticed she was trembling from the weakness her muscles, and body, felt. "Sakura, what happened. one minute your fine, next you are to weak to stand on your own."
Sakura slowly raised her eyes from the ground and looked at his worried face, "it's nothing really....Im fine, just a little tired.... That's all," she said, lowering her eyes back to the ground. Even though it was partially the truth, she Was tired, she still felt guilty that she wasn't telling him the whole story. She wasn't fine. she was in excruciating pain, and on the verge of fainting from fatigue.
Syaoran noticed how she avoided eye contact, and doubted what she said. He felt slightly hurt that she would lie, ::: but then again, wouldn't I have done the same in order not to worry her...::: He sighed as he spotted Kero, out of the corner of his eye, making his way towards them from his hiding spot in a gigantic tree.
He had found himself a nice safe spot to watch from. :::not that I don't want to help, but in this form..well there is not much I can do battle- wise. but just wait. as soon as she has all the cards, we'll see who is able to hurt Sakura..No one will get to her if I have Im around..::: he thought with frustration, as he did not know how much longer he could watch his mistress suffer.
"Here, I will help you home then." Syaoran said suddenly standing. He then helped her to her feet, supporting her with his arm around her waist. Kero flew behind them, not saying anything. He was grateful for the help, but he was still held his grudge against Syaoran for calling him a "stuffed toy", by refusing to express his gratitude. They moved very slowly, for Sakura, being so weak, was practically being carried by Syaoran's support. But in this fashion he was able to help her all the way to the front of her house in about 30 minutes.
"I can get back by myself now.Thank you for your help." She said, hoping that she was right. ::: I wish he could just help me all the way to my room. but that would be dangerous. especially with HER sleeping on the couch..::: she looked up noticing his doubtful and worried look. "Really, I can make it."
Syaoran loosened his grip on her, just a little, and she would have collapsed to the ground once more had he not caught her. "I don't think so.I think you will just have to let me help you inside. Come on.." he said as he began to walk her towards the front door. Kero had already flown up into Sakura's room via the window.
Sakura could not protest, for truthfully, she knew she would not be able to climb the stairs herself, or use the jump card to get through the window like before. So she was forced to consent to doing it his way, though the thought of sneaking past her sleeping aunt was an uncomfortable one.
"wait," she whispered as Syaoran's hand reached for the doorknob. "We MUST be very quiet. My aunt is sleeping on the couch, even the slightest noise could wake her.. Uhh" she faltered, searching for something to say that wouldn't give to much away. "we don't want her to .. discover I was gone.." She looked up into his eyes, hoping that he understood the seriousness of her request.
"ok, we will be quiet." He said, pondering over what the real reason might be. He knew that she hadn't told him everything. He reached down and turned the knob, and slowly pushed the door open with the slightest of creaks. He felt Sakura tense up at even that small noise. ::: something isn't right with this..::: he thought as they took their first few steps into the house. He noiselessly closed the door behind him before continuing towards the stairs. Through the darkness he could barely see the outline of a woman sleeping on the couch.
They walked even slower then before, being ever careful not to make any noise that was avoidable. They made it to the stairs with no problems, and Syaoran quickly found a way to climb the stairs silently while still supporting Sakura.
They made good progress, and in no time they were about half way up the staircase. Sakura began to relax, thinking the ordeal was almost over, when suddenly a loud creak issued from the next step as their combined wait hit it. Sakura froze with fear, though Syaoran tried to push on.
Syaoran suddenly noticed a change in the steady breathing, normal to a sleeping person. Then he heard the sound of someone sitting up, and moving about the living room. :::shit, we woke her up.:: he looked down at Sakura, and noticed the look of terror plastered on her face. And not for the first time he wondered, :::::: what in the hell is going on here!:::::
Sakura was horrified to hear the sound of her aunt awaking. Every muscle in her just froze, paralyzed instantly with fear. She knew it was stupid to just stand there, but no matter what, she couldn't will herself to go any further.
Syaoran shook her gently, trying to get her to snap out of this shock. He was able to get her to move a little, and then a little more, and soon they were making their way slowly up the stairs. Sakura was shuddering with fear, but she managed, with Syaoran's help, to gain enough control to make her way up the stairs once more.
They reached the top and turned the corner just as Syaoran heard footsteps nearing the staircase. :: oh great, so now she's coming up stairs.::: he observed with worry, :::just my luck I guess...::: He thought as he continued down the hall, but he stopped abruptly, realizing he didn't know which room to go to. He looked to Sakura, hoping she would understand he couldn't risk asking.
Sakura looked up for a moment confused at why he stopped, and then it dawned on her that he didn't know where to go. She quickly pointed out the right door, and he nodded his thanks as they quickly continued towards her room.
He reached for the doorknob,..., the footsteps could be heard closer to the top of the stair case now..he slowly opened the door as to be silent..She was at the last few steps..he walked in, and turned to close the door..
Lori Lee walked off the stairs onto the second floor landing, turning tiredly towards her room, when she thought she heard the soft click of a door. She brought her attention forward, quickly raising her eyes from the floor.::: hmmm..nothing there..::: she yawned slightly confused, ::: just my imagination...::: she thought before disappearing into her room, shutting the door behind her.
Syaoran left Sakura sitting on her bed, and with a quiet goodnight he slipped out her window and back to the safety off the streets. ::: what the hell just happened...i don't know if I ever have been so afraid in my life..but why was I so afraid...was it because Sakura was..but...then why was she so afraid...:::: all his confused thinking just caused him to become more baffled over the situation, as he quickly walked home.
AUTHORS NOTE: ok, how was that for the next chapter...long enough for you? Hee hee... I hope..it's now 4:30 AM and im ready to go off and hit the sack... It's funny because I was planning on having a lot more happen this chapter.... But I kind of wrote a lot more then I thought I would about certain parts...or something..... Well ok, I hope you enjoyed it!! And please REVIEW!!!!. if I get a good amount of reviews I may update really quickly again. though I don't know really, I start school again on Tuesday, and I won't have a lot of time to write like I did over break...stupid school..anyway, thank you for reading!