AN: Well it has definitely been a while hasn't it? Hopefully this chapter will make up for my extended absence, I've also made some minor changes and corrections to the other chapters in the series and reposted them. Right now I'm also working on making some changes to my first series and doing the beta run on another series for the CCS characters. If anyone might want to be my beta readers you could give me your e-mail addresses and I'll get back to you as soon as I can. Thanks. ^_^
Disclaimer: I don't own CCS or any of the characters and I am not reaping any financial benefit from this piece.
Natsu Chapter 5 Beach
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Wind whipped around the vehicle as it drove down the highway. The windows were rolled down to allow nature to provide a natural air conditioning. The clear waters of the Japanese coastline could be clearly seen to the left as the Jeep beat a straight path to the beach easily seen in the distance. The occupant of the passenger seat closed her eyes as she enjoyed the feel of the wind as it flowed through her auburn locks. The driver couldn't help but glance over at his stunning passenger every few hundred meters. She was stunning. Granted she may not have the supermodel cover girl beauty so sought after by most of the men in this vain and materialistic world, but she was gorgeous non the less. Her beauty stemmed not just from that picture perfect exterior but also from the inherent goodness and kindhearted nature within. She was not afraid to love and that alone could drive men to fight wars for her. The need he felt to feel her skin in contact with his, to feel her lips against his was intense beyond the limited scope offered by any spoken language known to man.
"Syaoran, you should really watch the road you know," spoke the passenger without opening her eyes.
"Yeah, I know, but you have no idea how hard it is for me to keep my mind on such things when you're sitting there in those kinds of clothing."
Sakura giggled as she shifted in her seat so she was facing Syaoran fully. "Well the sooner we get to the beach the sooner you'll be able to make a much more hands on investigation of just what I'm wearing," teased Sakura as she gently grazed Syaoran's arm with her finger tips.
Sakura knew exactly the effect she had on her fiancé at the sudden intake of breath Syaoran took as he increased the Jeep's velocity.
The parking lot of the hotel was soon in sight with the sudden burst in speed. Syaoran's car turned into the parking lot and quickly found a parking space as the rest of the tiny caravan followed suit. Luggage was unloaded by bellhops as the gathering of friends old and new made their way into the hotel lobby. The group had decided to spend a week at the beach to soak some rays and get some well-deserved tans.
Syaoran and Eriol made quick work of the checking in and began to distribute keycards as they rejoined their friends by the elevators. They rode up to their assigned rooms on the top floor and quickly made themselves at home. All were eager to get to the beach and made quick work of their luggage.
The beach was magnificent, soft white sand, clear blue skies, crystal clear waves lapped at the sands and all around them were people enjoying themselves and just having fun. It was the dreamscape of any avid beachgoer.
Beach blankets, chairs, umbrellas and coolers filled with food and ice-cold drinks were quickly set up as everyone began to wade into the idyllic waters of this paradise on earth.
Sakura splashed water at Tomoyo as the videographer dunked her boyfriend's head under the surface. She laughed at her friend as Eriol got his revenge by coming up from underneath Tomoyo and lifting her into the air and splashing her thoroughly. Suddenly a pair of emerald green eyes appeared and strong-arms wound around Sakura's waist. A startled yelp was all Sakura could utter when ravenous lips claimed hers in a firm yet teasingly light kiss. Surprise ebbed from Sakura's form as she wound her arms around her attacker's neck to deepen the kiss. Slowly the pair parted after a few final moments of lip-lock.
"Mou, that was mean," whispered Sakura as she settled into the arms of the one she trusted with both her life and heart.
"Well consider it partial payback for what you were doing to me in the car," replied Syaoran as he nuzzled her mildly damp auburn locks.
"What did I do?"
"You know very well what you were doing to me. Don't play innocent."
"Well, you can't say you didn't enjoy it."
"Granted, I did. But I have a far better idea of what else I'll enjoy," suggested Syaoran, grinning mischievously down at Sakura.
Sakura instantly blushed. "Quit doing that, we're in public," admonished Sakura as she playfully whacked Syaoran on the chest.
"What do you expect me to do when you're wearing that kind of an outfit." Referring to the soft powder pink bikini Sakura was wearing, another of Tomoyo's creations.
"What? You no like?"
"I do like, very much. That's the problem."
"Didn't know seeing ones fiancé in a mildly suggestive outfit could constitute as being a problem," grinned Sakura as she played with the hair at the nape of Syaoran's neck.
"It becomes a problem when any hormone-crazed male within a hundred meters starts ogling you," complained Syaoran as he tried to ignore the sensation Sakura was creating.
"They might ogle but they can't touch," whispered Sakura as she leaned in close to Syaoran's left ear. "You on the other hand are a different matter." Sakura grinned wickedly at the flushed face of her fiancé and the increasing pressure on her thigh.
"Don't tempt me Sakura, if it weren't for all the people around I would…"
"You would what?" inquired Sakura as she jiggled her hips ever so slightly.
"Sakura…" whispered Syaoran huskily as he tried to maintain his equilibrium.
"Yes?" replied Sakura as innocent as an angel.
"Don't do that, not out here…" begged Syaoran.
"You sure about that?"
"Yes…"
"Alright," agreed Sakura as she pulled away slightly.
Syaoran was able to slowly regain his composure as they rejoined their friends on under the umbrellas they'd set up earlier. The guys snickered slightly at the obvious discomfort of Syaoran while most of the girls could only look on with astonishment and admiration at Sakura's obvious control over Syaoran.
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Warm rays beamed down on the happy beachgoers as they went about their summertime breaks at the seashore. There were those in the water, swimming, surfing or just horsing around. There were the ever-present athletic people enjoying their time by the ocean by playing sports. There were also those who just laid about soaking up the rays and getting a nice tan or nasty sunburn, whichever the case might be. Then there were those who didn't do anything aside from being pampered while they lounged about on a beach towel under the comforting shade of an umbrella.
Sakura purred like a kitten while Syaoran gave her an incredibly relaxing massage. She had a grin wider than the Cheshire cat as he sent her to near ecstasy with his expert ministrations.
"Mmm, Syaoran?"
"Yeah?"
"I love your hands."
"Hehe, is that all I am to you?"
"Well, not completely, but it certainly helps."
"I'm not sure if I should be offended or complimented."
"Definitely complimented, your hands are doing more magic then the Clow cards ever did."
"Thanks, I think," grinned Syaoran as he softly kissed the space between Sakura's shoulder blades.
"Syaoran?" spoke Sakura after a few more minutes of heavenly bliss.
"Yes?"
"Could you do something for me?"
"What is it?"
"Would you please go and buy me an iced tea?"
"What am I, your waiter?"
"Please?" pouted Sakura as she turned to face Syaoran.
"I don't know."
"Pretty please?" as Sakura brought out the puppy eyes.
"Quit that."
"What?"
"No fair using the pout and puppy double combo."
"All's fair in love and war you know," replied Sakura as she wrapped her arms around Syaoran's neck and pulled him down for a kiss.
"Not fair," was all Syaoran could utter as his voice was silenced by the teasingly light kisses of his beautiful tormentor.
"Pretty please…with sugar on top?" whispered Sakura in between kisses.
"Oh, all right," as Syaoran finally gave in.
"Yay," proclaimed Sakura in triumph as she pushed Syaoran up and off to his errand.
Sakura got up off the towel and sat in one of the beach chairs they'd left unattended for far too long and looked over to her friends a short distance down the beach as they played some beach volleyball. Sakura slowly closed her eyes to enjoy the joyous mood that permeated the atmosphere of the beach. The day had been wonderful and Sakura couldn't help but grin mischievously at her ideas of ending the day. Suddenly a shadow appeared to block Sakura's sunning. She opened her eyes and smiled expecting that it was Syaoran back with her drink. Instead she found a peculiar young man with short spiked hair and blond tips grinning down at her in what could only be perceived as a haughty manner. Sakura instantly knew that this was not going to be good the moment she saw the stranger.
"Can I help you?" inquired Sakura in an even tone devoid of emotion.
"Actually I think I can help you," spoke the stranger as he sat on one of the blankets uninvited. "I couldn't help but notice you being here all alone, and being the kind soul I am, I felt it my duty to help relieve your loneliness."
"I'm not alone," replied Sakura as she eyed his evenly.
"Hmm, that doesn't seem to be the case. I don't see anyone else here with you. All I see is a cute girl in a sexy bikini sitting alone on the beach. And it offends my sense of honor to see such waste," replied the young man as he gazed at a few choice areas of Sakura's scantily clad body.
Sakura instantly flushed at his scrutiny. In an attempt to escape from an increasingly uncomfortable situation she quickly got up and tried to make her way to her friends down the beach. The unwanted man however, got up just as fast to block her path.
"It's rude to just walk away from someone who was talking to you," admonished the man as his hand traced down the length of Sakura's left arm.
Sakura recoiled at the unwanted physical contact and back away from the creep who kept the distance between them constant. "Don't do that again," warned Sakura.
"Don't worry, I wont hurt you," as he grinned in that same haughty manner.
"But I cant make the same guarantee to you," menaced a new voice from behind Sakura.
Both turned to see a very angry Syaoran with fire burning in his emerald eyes. Sakura smiled in relief and quickly came to stand with him with their hands intertwined. Syaoran gently squeezed her hand in reassurance as he gave his full attention to the man who would disturb his ying fa.
"I think it may be best for you to leave now," growled Syaoran as he glared eternal damnation at the one before him.
"But I haven't finished my conversation with the beautiful lady yet."
"Oh, well, too bad for you. I would suggest you leave before something unfortunate were to take place."
"Perhaps you are right, after all I would not want to ruin such a beautiful day at the beach," replied the man as he inclined his head and began to walk away. "See you later beautiful lady."
Syaoran would have ripped his head off if not for the restraining hand Sakura placed on his shoulder. "Let it go Xiao Lang, he's not worth it."
He turned and pulled her to him in an embrace born of fierce protectiveness.
"Are you all right? Did he hurt you?" demanded Syaoran in quick succession as he gently caressed her cheek.
"I'm fine, he didn't do anything to me," as she held his hand in reassurance.
"Are you sure?"
"Yes, now stop acting like my brother."
Sakura couldn't help but giggle at the stricken look on Syaoran's face at being compared to her brother. His anger quickly vanished as he caught on to Sakura's teasing. "Oh, you think that's funny do you?" as he advanced on her with a mock menacing look and hands at the ready.
"Oh no, don't you dare Syaoran," as she slowly back away.
He lunged and caught her off guard sending them both to the ground in a tickling and giggling heap of flesh. Soon Syaoran's assault left her as little more then a giggling mass as she begged him to stop through bouts of laughter.
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While down the beach a familiar figure watched the happy couple with a grimace. 'This is going to be a lot of fun. I'm going to enjoy her, and he's going to watch whether he likes it or not.'
To be continued…
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AN: Sorry for those of you who want to know what happened after I cut away at the end of last chapter. Don't worry, you'll find out what happened later. Sorry, just didn't fit in too well with what I wanted to do for this chapter.
