Well hello guys. I wanted to update a few days ago, but a lot has been going on. Sorry for the delay nevertheless. For those of you that have noticed that some of my reviewers are insulting my story- not to worry, I don't actually plan on discontinuing this fic. However, it is nearly finished. The whole dream sequence with Syaoran finding out that more trouble is to come, is to foreshadow what is to come, but that doesn't mean this story will drag for another 31 chapters lol. Alrighty then people, here's chapter 31. It's not too long, not too short, I guess it's sorta in the middle. Enjoy, R&R (if you have rude comments, keep them to yourself thank you! If you can't say anything NICE don't say ANYTHING at all!? Capiche? Good. Ta ta).

He Completes Me
Chapter 31- Living Versus Existing

Sakura felt the world spin around her. As if time was contemplating it's next move; debating whether to go forwards or roll backwards. She was floating in a strange middle-grounded limbo. Faces were blurred, buildings were long and squiggly, memories plastered all around her on giant tv screens. The last thing she remembered was speaking to Syaoran, who told her that he was on his way back to her. Funny considering she had no idea where she was. She looked left, then right. Everything looked oddly familiar, yet completely foreign at the same time. She concluded that she must still be dreaming; trapped in between the realm of reality and the dream world.

She began to walk forwards in a straight line. Suddenly, she stopped and looked up. Playing on a giant tv screen was a memory she recalled with a smile. The first dance she and Syaoran had shared. What a beautiful night that was- well sort of. Despite the rude disruptions provided by Jason O Reilly, the night managed to salvage itself- and manifest into something pure, sweet and beautiful. It turned into a night that belonged to true love.

"Syaoran", she whispered softly to herself.
Her voice resonated off the tv screens. She sighed, and continued to walk until she was faced with yet another memory. She giggled as she recalled the incident.
Syaoran had just given her the cherry blossom necklace. What a gorgeous piece of jewelry! She seldom wore it, not because she disliked it or because it was too extravagant for her taste, but rather because she felt it would soon serve a greater purpose. She could not explain it, but she had a distinct feeling that it would one day serve more as a mere symbol of love- perhaps something more- perhaps being used as a tangible piece of metal.

Sakura....

I find myself moving forward, as if I am on a journey. Suddenly I see myself posted up on a giant screen. Syaoran is there also. Tomoyo and Eriol are petrified.... We all look mortified at the sight before us. Jason. Jason and his accomplice, complete with weaponry. I shiver slightly underneath my skin as I remember the horrid incident. Jason and Lisa wreaked havoc that night. It seems as though it's been ages since that day, when in fact it has been less than a week.

I can't help but avert my gaze now. Shots are fired, and screams pierce the once silent gymnasium. Syaoran and I had just fallen onto the ground...blood...oh so much blood... mine? no...if only that were the case....Syaoran....his blood oozing out onto the ground.... The stench of death invades my nostrils again as I watch in horror. How could anyone do such a thing?

Now my mind fast forwards through certain details, bringing me to the conversation I had with Jason not long ago regarding Syaoran. Jason refused to save Syaoran! But now it seems he has changed his mind...Syaoran will live?

I smile. The nightmare seems to be over....It IS over isn't it? Surely the tonnes of pain have earned us the right to claim an ounce of happiness!
"Syaoran", I hear myself whisper before I shut my eyes.
"Sakura"
I hear a voice calling for me to open my eyes...I recognize this voice...

"Syaoran?" I whisper groggily as I open my eyes.
"You were expecting some other gorgeous guy Sakura?" he jokes weakly.

I study my surroundings and realize that I am at Syaoran's bedside. It seems he has just woken up!
"Syaoran! You're awake! You did it! You're awake! You've come back! Oh Syaoran!"
I leap out of my back-breaking chair, and into his strong arms. Even after the entire ordeal, his being contains strength and power.

Syaoran...

My God! It feels so good to be back! More importantly, it feels inexplicably good to hold my cherry blossom so closely. She's actually here in my arms! I can hardly believe it! I can hardly contain my excitement. It's all so surreal! One minute we were conversing in a dream sequence, and the next...well here we are, in a warm, loving embrace. Though I have been beaten, I have surfaced from the pain I had been so deeply submerged into for so long.

"Sakura, my cherry blossom! I'm so glad you're alright!", I cry loudly as I kiss her soft trembling lips.
"Syaoran...my little wolf....my whole world...my life....thank God you've come back to me!", she replied happily before embracing my lips and claiming them as an extension of her own.

Suddenly voices in my mind remind me of my dreams. More was to come our way. We have little time to celebrate, and no time to prepare.

"Sakura, my love-
"Oh Syaoran, I still can't fully grasp the fact that you're, that you're...you're..
"I'm alive Sakura, yes. I am here for you. I missed you so damn much! It hurts to even fathom losing you! My heart would cease it's rhythmical beating without you Sakura! I vow to protect you from harm with every breath in my body and more!"

Sakura...

I back out of his embrace slowly. His eyes contain love, joy, but also fear. Yes, fear. Not for himself, but for me. I know this look. I have seen this look. It is the look I had seen him wear the night he was shot. He knows something is coming... Have my instincts been screaming warnings at me afterall?

"Syaoran, you know something, and you are holding back. Please Syaoran, tell me, what are you thinking?"
I urge him to speak again and again until finally, he decides to share his thoughts with me.
"Sakura, while I was drifting between life and death...I was approached by your mother as I told you in our dream."
I nod, and he continues.
"She told me that more is to befall us Sakura. That it's not over. I'm assuming that she was referring solely to evil things. Like Jason. That's why I'm so adamant on ensuring that you are protected Sakura. I will breathe my last breath before I allow for anything to happen-
"Syaoran! Don't talk like that! Please.. I know you will always do your best to protect me...but if something does happen to me...you must not blame yourself Syaoran. You must never do that! If something happens to me Syaoran...you need to go on believing that I love you-
"I don't want to hear that Sakura, it sounds like you're giving up. Throwing in the towel!"
"I'm not Syaoran, but I don't want us to live in fear, attempting to predict what's behind the black curtain of the future. Do you understand what I mean my love? I want us to live, not merely exist."

I ease back into Syaoran's arms.
"You know I love you Sakura"
"I love you too Syaoran"
"Hey aren't we engaged Sakura?"
I break away for a moment.
"Yes...yes we are!"
"Hm, well how about I ask you again, so I can get an answer when I'm not on the verge of death. What do you say?"
I smile at my little wolf lovingly.
"It's your call!" I reply smiling.
"Sakura, will you marry me?"
My heart leaps from my chest as if I hadn't the slightest clue that his question would entail a life-altering yes.
"Yes Syaoran, I would love to marry you!"

Jason...

My blood boils as it travels throughout my body. What a disgusting sight my eyes have decided to focus on. I managed to slip past the donut-eating guard that has been posted at my door for quite some time. Now I am staring at Sakura in Syaoran's arms. How did this happen? Why couldn't my blood have been poison? Damn him! Damn her! Damn the both of them to hell!
I can't hold my churning insides any longer. I lunge at the door, but I never actually come in contact with it. The guards have ceased my arms, and buckled them with handcuffs. As they begin to drag my protesting body, I slam angrily on the windows and walls as I pass by. Syaoran and Sakura are yanked from their embrace by the angry sounds I am providing. Sakura shivers, and Syaoran just glares at me. I manage to stall the guards slightly by acting as dead weight, standing straight, restrained hands glued to the glass. The three of us make eye contact, as the rage in me rises to it's peak.

"I'll get you both dammit! Damn you Sakura! Damn you Syaoran! DAMN YOU BOTH TO HELL! IF I GO TO HELL I'M DRAGGING YOU BOTH BY THE HAIR DOWN THERE WITH ME!"
I continue slamming on the windows, cracking several of them in my fit of rage.
Sakura grips Syaoran tightly. Good. Good! I'm glad she's afraid! She SHOULD be afraid, because I'm not through yet! It's far from over!
"That's right kiddies! I'm coming back for the both of you! It isnt over! You hear me!? I will win! It isnt about winning Sakura anymore! It's about revenge. REVENGE!"
I snicker evilly until I am thrown into a police cruiser.
I do not dare attempt to understand why Sakura threw herself back at Syaoran. I was the hero! I saved the macho jerk's life! What do I get in return? A hug? No! A kiss? Oh no! A pat on the back for a job well done!? NO WAY! I get nothing! NOTHING! No. I won't let everything I've worked so hard for crumble to smithereens. No. I will have my way.
"Prepare Syaoran and Sakura....The snake will strike again, and it's venom will poison your love forever!"
Tomoyo

I tremble in Eriol's arms. Was that Jason I just saw? Must have been! His disgusting threats have been left behind to ring in my ears. He has sworn revenge on Syaoran and Sakura. I can't ignore this feeling of dread.... I'm afraid....Petrified that it isn't over...

Eriol...

As much as I hope this horrible ordeal is over and done with...I have the distinct impression that this nightmare is far from being over. The snake will surely strike back. I'm afraid that we won't be prepared....

"It's not over, is it Eriol?"
"No...no I don't think it's over Tomoyo..."

Syaoran....

Sakura is petrified of this freak! Dammit! I just swore to her that I would protect her! I can't even console her trembling spirit! My God! Why is this creature still alive? It must feed on fear! How else would a creature so reviling survive! It stalks, destroys and torments. What's next? Dare I even voice my thoughts aloud? I'm afraid that knocking on wood will do nothing but announce the snake's next move.

Sakura...

I was so sure Jason had changed! Did he save Syaoran in hopes that I would run away from Syaoran and into the arms of a murderer? I think not! If Jason thinks he will scare me into cowering in fear. He's got another thing coming!

"Sakura, are you okay?"
Syaoran, my loyal soon to be husband is worried about me, when he has just dodged a bullet- so to speak. I must swallow my fears, and bury them deep within me; they must never surface. Feeding on my fears is how Jason is able to destroy me. I will not allow him to defeat me! I have defeated creatures bigger and stronger than him. I am not giving up on life. I will live. I will fight.
"Yes, Syaoran, I am fine."
I straighten myself up, and smile at my little wolf.
"So, when do you want to get married?"
Up next...
Sakura & Syaoran's wedding!! Mwahaha you don't wanna miss that
Will it end in holy matrimony? Or HOLY COW another cliffhanger?

R&R plz! The story is almost done. Sorry to those who think this story lacks a plot- if you don't like it, I don't particularly care. Got it? Good. For those of you who feel my story rocks, I'm grateful for your positive feedback. Thanks!