Chapter 19
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Tristan shot Syaoran a sideways glance as they walked in the fading sunset of orange and gold.
" You ok? " Tristan asked, hands in his pockets.
Syaoran gave a small smile, but kept is gaze on the road in front of him as he walked.
" I guess so. " he mumbled.
Tristan stopped walking and put his hand on his shoulder.
" Hey Syaoran, despite the fact that we're cousins, don't let that get in the way of us being best friends. Talk to me, what's eating you? "
Syaoran turned and looked at him.
" Hey genious, " he glarred. " Can't you figure it out? " he demanded.
Tristan blushed a little, but didn't back down.
" Yikes, don't jump down my throat. " Tristan stated. " I was just wondering if it was
something else apart from the fact that your sister could be alive. Dumb question I know, but how else could I ask? "
Syaoran glowered and them let his breath out angrily and started walking again.
" Forget it. Lets just get back home ok? "
" Hey. " Tristan said concerned. " You can talk to me. "
" How the hell would you like to live your life knowing that a long time ago your sister was kidnapped right in front of you, watching her terror as she was taken by Komoji, and
know that you were too young to do anything?!! Huh? How would you like it if suddenly out of the blue they say she's still alive? Can you understand all the questions that are buzzing around in my head? Why has she not come back? Does she even remember us? If she does then why? Why isn't she here?! "
Tristan sighed.
" Syaoran I know how you feel. Maybe not as strongly, " he reassured when Syaoran shot him a heated glance.
" But I can relate. God I used to annoy the shit out of Ying Fa remember? I'm sure there were times that she would have loved to kill me, but I was a major brat back then, but I still feel responsible too. "
" Syaoran? "
They both looked up and saw Ally outlined by the golden horizon behind her.
" See you later. " Tristan whispered and smiled at his sister as he walked away.
She returned it sadly.
Syaoran watched him leave and then focussed on Ally. She clasped her hands in front of her and bowed her head shyly. Her black hair reflected gold around the edges as she looked up again slightly blushing.
" I'm came to see if you are ok? " she said softly.
Syaoran shoved his hands into his pockets.
" I'm fine. " he bit back.
Ally blinked and then lowered her gaze again.
" Ahh, " she said softly looking at the ground. " I just thought I'd come see you you know? Aunty Sakura and Uncle Li are in a mess. The others are stressed out and I -. "
Syaoran looked startled as he saw a tear slide down her cheek.
" Ally! "
She wiped it away angrily.
" I just don't know what to think. " she said looking at him. " And then I thought of you and how you must be feeling and . . . I just feel so terrible! For you, for everyone and I - "
Syaoran stepped forward and enclosed her in his arms. Ally stiffened surpised.
" It's ok. " he soothed. He rested his head on her head.
" God Ally you have such a big heart. You care for everyone and anyone. " he whispered.
She sniffed and rested her cheek on his chest.
" I don't know why but I think of how everyone else must be feeling, and well - "
" Shhh. It's alriught. It looks like we both need comforting. "
She nodded.
" Come on. Lets get out of here. "
Ally stepped back and sniffed.
" Where will we go? "
" I don't care. Just anywhere but away from here. " Syaoran said grabbing her hand.
" But - " Ally protested and he stopped and looked at her.
" Don't you want to be left on your own? " she asked searching his eyes.
Syaoran ran his hand through her hair and brushed away her short bangs.
" I'd rather be with you facing all my demons knowing that you can help, then be left on my own facing a void of uncertainity. "
She blushed and nodded, seemingly speechless. Syaoran noticed the high spots of red on her cheeks and looked away.
" Come on. " he said finding it hard to swallow and lead the way to anywhere.
* * *
" But can it true? I know Meilin and Madison said - "
" Sakura, we can't rule anything out now. " Li said pacing like mad. " It could be true, it might not be. How can we know? Someone is either playing a sick joke, trying to get us into a trap or something, or it can be true. "
Sakura got up and still clutched the pillow to her like a safety guard and walked over to him slowly.
" Is it true what you said before? " she whispered searching his anguished eyes.
" You really don't have a clue? "
Li's eyes clouded over and he yelled frusted as he started pacing.
" Sorry I'm not a wise, old Budda with all the answers you seek. " he bit out angrily.
Sakura didn't flinch. Instead she grabbed his chin and made him look at her.
" I don't expect you to be. " she said softly looking deeply into his eyes.
" I never have expected anything more of you than to be at my side and Love me Li Showron. "
Li searched her eyes.
" But - "
Sakura placed her delicate finger against his lips silencing him.
" You are mortal Li Showron as am I. The whole world does not reside on your shoulders Li and I think you should start to realise that it doesn't. Some may believe that it does, but I, however, do not. To try and take on all of the world's problems in one lifetime, will destroy the baka who tries to. Don't beat yourself up about it, please. " she begged.
" I love you too much to lose you. " she whispered caressing his face. " Maybe this time, you should try to step back and let the answer come to you instead of you chasing the whole dam population, trying to get it yourself. "
Li rested his head against her forehead.
" I've stood back long enough Li to see how much you have changed. You are worn out and
constantly exhausted. I've tried to be the obedient wife, not interrfering where it's not permitted, but I'm puttting my foot down right now Li. Stand down and let someone else care about such trivial matters from now on. Goodness sake give it to Eriol if you must, I know he'd love getting into everything, but just let it be for once. We'll find Ying Fa our own way, just focuss on what is important. The Black Wolves are important, not everything outside this mansion. Do you honestly think any other gang is going to tell us if what is being said is true or not? "
Li leant forward and kissed her lightly on the lips.
" What was that for? " she asked frowning slightly.
" You're rambling. " Li smiled.
Sakura blinked and then flushed.
" I can ramble if I want to. " she said embarressed.
Li continued to smile and placed his hands on the side of her head and drew him to her.
" Do you know how beautiful you are? "
Sakura continued to frown.
" Li what - "
" I haven't told you often enough. " he stated softly. " You're right. I've cared about everything else except my family. "
Sakura lost her frown and her eyes softened.
" How can you still have such a big heart after all these years? " he wondered. " You're
still the same as the day I met you you know? " he asked smiling.
" I wish I could say the same thing about you. " Sakura said smiling. " You're no longer an insufferable rogue. You're tamed and I feel proud that I can gloat that it was me that did it. "
Li threw his head back and laughed.
" What an ego! " he laughed. " You are still so full of surprises. You are such a delight to have. My life has never been dull for one moment when you are around. "
Sakura arched an eyebrow.
" Never ever? " she asked.
" Maybe a few times when you have been mad or ignoring me. That was like a knife in my heart everytime. "
Her eyes sparkled with emotion.
" We've both caused each other pain. " she whispered. " But we wouldn't be human if we hadn't. Everybody hurts at one time or another. Tory used to say that was what mother would always say. "
Li pulled her towards him and then frowned and pushed the pillow away so he could hug her properly.
" I would have loved to have met your mother. " he said closing his eyes. " Then I could thank her for the beautiful angel that she created to save me. "
Tears fell like falling stars down her cheeks as she closed her eyes and hugged him closer.
" Have I been all you think I am? " she asked. " I just feel like an ordinary woman, and at times I feel as if I am useless especially to you - "
" Don't ever think that ever again. You don't realise how important you are to me, to Syaoran our wonderful son, and to everyone around you. "
She snuggled deeper into his chest.
" God I love you so much. " she muttered sleepily. " I feel all the world disappear when you hold me like this. There is nothing but you and me. "
" Ditto. " Li murmered and lead her towards the bed.
Sakura brightened and shot him a seductive smile.
" Ok, maybe I was wrong before about you being an insufferable rogue. "
Li smirked.
" You haven't seen anything yet. "
" Then show me. " she whispered and lost herself in his kisses.
* * *
Ying Fa smiled distractedly at the check out boy in front of her. He was the same guy from before and he jumped terrorfied as she looked at him. He scanned her stuff at record speed and had it ready at the other end of the counter before she knew it. She smiled at him and he gulped and reached to take her money with shaking hands.
" Thanks. " she said and he squeaked and fainted right on front of her.
She blinked and starred down at the boy. Everyone was running towards them.
" What have you done to him this time? " came a familar voice and she turned around and her face split into a huge smile that was reflected in her eyes.
" Koji! " she gushed and wrapped her arms around his neck in a tight hug.
" Ok I missed you too. Ying Fa let go I need to breathe! " Koji laughed.
" Oh sorry. " she said stepping away. " Where have you been? "
" This isn't the place to talk. But there is something that I want to talk to you about. I can't stay around long, but it's important. "
" Lead the way. " Ying Fa said and picked up her groceries.
" So what's going on? " Ying Fa asked sipping her cold drink.
" Komoji is what's going on. "
Ying Fa sat up straighter.
" Yes? " she asked slowly, watching him carefully.
" I have a way that you can get into his defences. But you will have to act tonight. "
" That soon? " she asked surprised.
" The Hawks are supposedly trying to make a pact with him. I don't know if you've noticed but everyone is becoming restless. "
" Hey! " Ying Fa almost yelled. " What IS going on? I've noticed it. "
" Apparently the Heir to the Black Wolves have been found, but no one knows where she is.
The whole entire network is buzzing with it, but no one knows who started it. "
" Wait a minute. The whole network? What does that mean? "
Koji shot her a look.
" Didn't Black teach you? "
" Black taught and assumed much. " Ying Fa retorted.
" Anyway, what I mean is : Not only is the Underground network buzzing, so it the streets, the alley's, basically everywhere from here to China and beyond. "
Ying Fa starred at him.
" That serious huh? "
" You betcha. "
" But why are so they so wrapped about this heir? "
" She's the daughter of Li and Sakura Showron. Everyone is petrified of Li as it is because he is so deadly. Sakura is feared becuase of her role as the Jade Fox and their son Syaoran is showing great promise of already following in their footsteps. He can kill
better than anyone I've ever known at that age. Then chuck in the other Black Wolves
and - "
" And you get the biggest and scariest conspiracy you've ever heard of right? "
" Basically, yes. " Koji agreed.
" So alright, they're all going beserk. It could be a hoax. "
" For some reason I doubt that this time. Too many people are freaking out. This is wide spread. This is real. "
" Ok getting off the subject, the Hawkes are sucking up to Komoji why? "
" Because they're feeling threatened. It either show alligence to him or die eventually. They know it and so does he. "
Ying Fa thought about it.
" Ok so what's my part? "
" Get the chic out of the way and take her place. Become what she is to be and get under Komoji's nose and make an impression. And when the time is right, strike with force. "
" And what is this chic supposed to be? "
" Management. " Koji smirked and Ying Fa smiled evilly.
" Think about it. You get full control of his men and can tell him what you think. But be careful. Komoji knows you are coming, I doubt if he has any intention of keeping this Hawke for very long. "
Ying Fa nodded.
" Then what are we waiting for? Lets go get our hands dirty. "
Koji nodded and stood up.
" You got your bike? "
" Nope. Good ol' car sorry. "
Koji frowned and then sighed.
" It'll have to do. So much for the sneaky approach. "
" Exactly where is this girl? "
" Just leave it to me ok? "
* * *
Ying Fa sighed as she waited where Koji told her too. The night had closed in quicker than she had thought it would. She heard a noise and stopped to listen. She thought she heard some talking and then there was a gargle and then nothing.
Suddenly Koji came out of the darkness and she nearly died when she saw him wiping his knife blade on some cloth. There was a trail of blood as he wiped it clean. He ignored her look and threw the clothes at her.
" From now on your name is Ashly. You are one of the highest members of the Hawkes. You don't take shit from anyone. You are being sent to Komoji to secure the alliance between him and your gang is that clear? " Koji talked fast.
" Hai. " Ying Fa said sternly.
" You are being sent as a manager to train and give advice to his men not that he needs it, but that is his story, go along with it. Do not question him and do not let on that you any the wiser understood? "
" Hai. "
" Get in close and don't act suspect. Bide your time, as long as you can. Work quick, fast, effectively. Screw up, you're on your own. " he continued to talk faster.
" Anything else? "
" Yeah, The Black Wolves don't know that Komoji is back in town. When they do, they'll be seeing you, trust me. "
Ying Fa frowned.
" Don't they miss a beat? "
" No. " Koji replied quickly and looked around.
" Our time is up. "
" You're leaving? " Ying Fa asked cursing her rising voice.
Koji shot her a look.
" Miss me eh? "
" In your dreams! " Ying Fa retorted but smiled.
Koji stepped closer and she saw him clearly in the light.
" Take care Ying Fa. "
" And you too Koji. " she replied sadly.
" Hey, " he said quietly. " Cheer up. You'll be fine. Just know what you have to do and be brave. I know you can do it, and when you do, I'll help you spit on that bastards grave. "
" Koji. Since when have you been sadistic and presumptuous? " Ying Fa chided.
Koji smiled and lifted her chin. Ying Fa blinked wondering what he was doing.
" You are very beautiful you know that? " he asked and she stiffened.
" Don't be afriad Ying Fa. I'm not like that. " he said and leant down.
Ying Fa closed her eyes as his mouth came down on hers.
It was so sweet and he knew what he was doing. She had never been kissed except for the few experiemnts growing up with Shinji, she knew all about it and how it was meant to be done, but this was mind blowing. He suddenly stepped back and Ying Fa starred up at him.
He careessed her face.
" Good luck. " and with that he melted into the darkness and she was alone.
" Yeah you too. " she whispered.
* * *
Ally and Syaoran were walking quietly down the street watching as all the shoppers walked past them. The traffic flew past them but they ignored it. They just wanted each others company. Ally stopped to look at something and Syaoran watched her. He knew he was in love. There was no other way to explain how he felt.
" Oh Syaoran look. " she breathed turning around and looking across the street. She had seen the reflection in the window and pointed.
" That lady with the short bob-like black hair across the road. Isn't that shade of red so pretty? "
Syaoran looked at what she was looking at. The lady was tall. She was wearing red high heels, and a very tight red dress. Her black hair was like a short bob and gleamed in the sunlight.
She was waiting for something he could tell by reading her body stance. She was tense with anticipation? Fear? he couldn't tell from so far away. He wanted to know the colour of her eyes, but he couldn't see from here.
" Syaoran?!! " Ally squeaked and grabbed his arm in a tight grip, fear adding to her already wide eyes.
Syaoran gaped as Komoji Roboto emerged from the shadows of the door way of an expensive club. The lady got his attention and after a few spoken words he held out his hand and she lightly placed her hand on top of his and he lead her the few short steps towards the awaiting limo at the curb in front of them.
They watched as he they drove off.
" Syaoran why is Komoji back?!! " she asked fearfully.
" I don't Ally, but we have to folow them. "
" Are you nuts?!! " she demanded.
" Come on. " Syaoran stated and dragged her after him towards their car.
" This is Syaoran. I repeat this is Syoaran. " Syaoran said into the car radio.
" Komoji Roboto is back in town. I repeat Komoji is back! We're tailing him now. All Black Wolves be on the look out. "
Ally looked at him.
" Do you think it smart to be sigalling all the Wolves? "
He shot her a look.
" Don't you find it just a little ironic that we hear about my sister suposedly being
alive and then all of a sudden, Komoji Roboto - the man responsonsible for taking her - is back in town? "
" When you put it like that - " Ally trailed off and then nodded.
" Let's go for it. " she said determination lining her face.
He nodded and turned following the limo.
* * *
" So you are Ashly? " Komoji asked looking the girl up and down. " You look a little young to be 20. "
Ying Fa tried not to gulp.
" Well believe it or not I am. My age has got nothing to do with this Komoji. I am here for one reason and one reason only. I am hear to maintain the alliance and I hope you find me satisfactory? "
Komoji studied her.
" You'll do .. . for now. " he purred silkily.
' Bastard. ' Ying Fa spat at him mentally.
" Perfect. Where do we begin? " she said instead.
* * *
" Pull up. " Ally said suddenly.
" What? " Syoaran demanded.
" Just do it. " she said glaring at him.
They pulled over and watched as Komoji's limo slowed and parked outside a club.
" That was close. Good call. " Syaoran said.
Ally rolled her eyes.
" What would have happened if I hadn't been here I wonder? " she muttered and watched as the black haired woman got out and was followed by Komoji.
Suddenly the phone rang.
" Hello? " Ally said quietly, putting it on speaker so he could here.
" Ally?!! " came Madiosn's voice. " Where are you? " she demanded concerned.
" Tailing Komoji. Where else mom? "
" My god! Get out of there. Give us the location and we'll be there. I don't want you near that monster. Syaoran do you hear me? Get out of there! "
" I hear you alright Madison, but I ain't listening. "
" What?!! " she demanded.
" The location is the Necromancer's Lair. "
" The what? " Madiosn asked.
" Necromancer's Lair mom. " Ally said. " It's one of the really expensicve clubs on Pento avenue. "
" Pento's? Isn't that on Highway 69? "
" That's the one. " Syaoran stated watching Komoji carefully.
" Be there in five. " Madison said and hung up.
" We're in for an earful you know that? " Ally asked.
He shrugged.
" So? If we can get this bastard then good and well. "
" What do you mean? We're not going in there are we? "
" You got it. " Syaoran said and got out of the car.
" Wait!! " Ally cried and bolted out of the car, making sure to grab her gun on the way.
Syaoran ignored the pole dancers and all the other fancy crap as he made his way around the club.
" Keep close Ally. " he whispered. " Ally? "
He turned around and spotted her.
" These are good moves. " Ally stated to herself as she watched the pole dancers. " I can't wait to try this out. "
" I'm going to pretend I didn't here that. " Syaoran whsipered into her ear, making her jump guiltily.
" Now stick by my side and save the sight seeing you hentai. "
Ally blushed and glarred at him best she could.
" You can't blame me. I'm a girl, I need to be able to charm the guys. "
Syaoran ignored her.
Ying Fa sat at the table that Komoji had pushed her into. She rubbed her arm from the mark he had left. She looked up and could have screamed.
" You little idiots. " she hissed softly glarring at Syaoran as Ally.
" What brings you here I wonder? " she whispered sarcastically, getting up. She knew.
The body guards shot her a look.
" Excuse me boys. I'm going to look around. "
Syaoran was looking everywhere, but he couldn't see him. Suddenly he was aware of a powerful grip on his arm and Ally gasping in fear. Nails dug into his skin as he looked up into two fiery green eyes.
" What the hell are you doing here?!! " the black haired lady hissed as she pulled him back behind a pole so no one would see.
" Let go of me! " Syaoran hissed back.
" No I won't! What kind of an idiot are you for coming here? And most of all bringing her here? " Ying Fa demanded as she glarred at him.
Syaoran lost his glare.
" Who are you? " he asked quietly. He was getting that sensation again that he knew her.
" Never you mind Dero. " she spat. " Take your sorry excuse for an arse out of here right now, before I raise the alarm that 2 Wolves are in here. "
" You wouldn't? " Ally begged.
" I would. " Ying Fa glarred. " Move it. You and I both know this place will go off like clockwork if I raise the alarm and believe me if you don't move it now, I will. GO! "
Ally jumped and bolted, trying not to draw too much attention.
Syaoran and Ally stepped out into the light as Black Wolves pulled up in the distance. Ying Fa stepped out behind them. Cursing his stupidity and hoping luck was with her she waited until Li and Madison came up towards them. She shot them glares and they looked her up and down. They were ready for action and she wasn't going to let them blow it.
" Are you their parents? " Ying Fa demanded, hoping she sounded more grown up.
" Yes. " Li said slowly. He was assessing the situation.
" I advise you keep your children in tighter check. " Ying Fa spat haughtily.
She glarred down at Syaoran and Ally.
" This is not the kind of place for children, not even minors. "
Li stiffened and Madison glarred at the black haired lady in front of them.
" I am no child! " Syaoran spat.
Ying Fa glared at him.
" Then prove it and walk away little boy. This was no place to bring your little girlfriend. "
The Wolves snarled.
" What right do you - "
Ying Fa glarred at Madison.
" Be very thankful Madison that I found them before Komoji did. " Ying Fa said in a low voice.
Madison recoiled like she had been slapped.
" You know my name? " she asked.
She looked at Syaoran. ( He's the same height as her though he is only 15 )
" I saved your life just now. Sorry to bruise your ego Syaoran, but it had to be done. But if I ever catch you hovering stupidly like that again, god help you! Did it ever occur to you that Komoji would know that you are a wolf, you stupid, stupid baka! "
" Who are you? " Li demanded.
Ying Fa straightened and looked at them all.
" You are not welcome here rack off. You have two seconds to walk away or I'll deal with you accordingly. "
Li looked like he wanted fight.
" I suggest you take hint I'm trying to give here and go. " Ying Fa whispered.
" We'll go. " Li replied softly. " But I'll be back and I will find out who you are. "
Ying Fa forced herself to laugh loudly.
" I highly doubt that! " she laughed as she walked back inside.
She stopped when she faced Komoji.
" Very interesting. " he said slowly.
Ying Fa masked her expression and waited for the tidal wave to descend. . .
BW2 Hey guys! I would just like to say thank you to Jasmine, neolannia and Anime Obsession Fantasy. You so rule! Thank you for reviewing. I just need more people to review. Tell your friends, get them to review, if you haven't guessed yet I'm a major review freak. I live off reviews - in fact if I don't recieve any reviews, I'll die!
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Tristan shot Syaoran a sideways glance as they walked in the fading sunset of orange and gold.
" You ok? " Tristan asked, hands in his pockets.
Syaoran gave a small smile, but kept is gaze on the road in front of him as he walked.
" I guess so. " he mumbled.
Tristan stopped walking and put his hand on his shoulder.
" Hey Syaoran, despite the fact that we're cousins, don't let that get in the way of us being best friends. Talk to me, what's eating you? "
Syaoran turned and looked at him.
" Hey genious, " he glarred. " Can't you figure it out? " he demanded.
Tristan blushed a little, but didn't back down.
" Yikes, don't jump down my throat. " Tristan stated. " I was just wondering if it was
something else apart from the fact that your sister could be alive. Dumb question I know, but how else could I ask? "
Syaoran glowered and them let his breath out angrily and started walking again.
" Forget it. Lets just get back home ok? "
" Hey. " Tristan said concerned. " You can talk to me. "
" How the hell would you like to live your life knowing that a long time ago your sister was kidnapped right in front of you, watching her terror as she was taken by Komoji, and
know that you were too young to do anything?!! Huh? How would you like it if suddenly out of the blue they say she's still alive? Can you understand all the questions that are buzzing around in my head? Why has she not come back? Does she even remember us? If she does then why? Why isn't she here?! "
Tristan sighed.
" Syaoran I know how you feel. Maybe not as strongly, " he reassured when Syaoran shot him a heated glance.
" But I can relate. God I used to annoy the shit out of Ying Fa remember? I'm sure there were times that she would have loved to kill me, but I was a major brat back then, but I still feel responsible too. "
" Syaoran? "
They both looked up and saw Ally outlined by the golden horizon behind her.
" See you later. " Tristan whispered and smiled at his sister as he walked away.
She returned it sadly.
Syaoran watched him leave and then focussed on Ally. She clasped her hands in front of her and bowed her head shyly. Her black hair reflected gold around the edges as she looked up again slightly blushing.
" I'm came to see if you are ok? " she said softly.
Syaoran shoved his hands into his pockets.
" I'm fine. " he bit back.
Ally blinked and then lowered her gaze again.
" Ahh, " she said softly looking at the ground. " I just thought I'd come see you you know? Aunty Sakura and Uncle Li are in a mess. The others are stressed out and I -. "
Syaoran looked startled as he saw a tear slide down her cheek.
" Ally! "
She wiped it away angrily.
" I just don't know what to think. " she said looking at him. " And then I thought of you and how you must be feeling and . . . I just feel so terrible! For you, for everyone and I - "
Syaoran stepped forward and enclosed her in his arms. Ally stiffened surpised.
" It's ok. " he soothed. He rested his head on her head.
" God Ally you have such a big heart. You care for everyone and anyone. " he whispered.
She sniffed and rested her cheek on his chest.
" I don't know why but I think of how everyone else must be feeling, and well - "
" Shhh. It's alriught. It looks like we both need comforting. "
She nodded.
" Come on. Lets get out of here. "
Ally stepped back and sniffed.
" Where will we go? "
" I don't care. Just anywhere but away from here. " Syaoran said grabbing her hand.
" But - " Ally protested and he stopped and looked at her.
" Don't you want to be left on your own? " she asked searching his eyes.
Syaoran ran his hand through her hair and brushed away her short bangs.
" I'd rather be with you facing all my demons knowing that you can help, then be left on my own facing a void of uncertainity. "
She blushed and nodded, seemingly speechless. Syaoran noticed the high spots of red on her cheeks and looked away.
" Come on. " he said finding it hard to swallow and lead the way to anywhere.
* * *
" But can it true? I know Meilin and Madison said - "
" Sakura, we can't rule anything out now. " Li said pacing like mad. " It could be true, it might not be. How can we know? Someone is either playing a sick joke, trying to get us into a trap or something, or it can be true. "
Sakura got up and still clutched the pillow to her like a safety guard and walked over to him slowly.
" Is it true what you said before? " she whispered searching his anguished eyes.
" You really don't have a clue? "
Li's eyes clouded over and he yelled frusted as he started pacing.
" Sorry I'm not a wise, old Budda with all the answers you seek. " he bit out angrily.
Sakura didn't flinch. Instead she grabbed his chin and made him look at her.
" I don't expect you to be. " she said softly looking deeply into his eyes.
" I never have expected anything more of you than to be at my side and Love me Li Showron. "
Li searched her eyes.
" But - "
Sakura placed her delicate finger against his lips silencing him.
" You are mortal Li Showron as am I. The whole world does not reside on your shoulders Li and I think you should start to realise that it doesn't. Some may believe that it does, but I, however, do not. To try and take on all of the world's problems in one lifetime, will destroy the baka who tries to. Don't beat yourself up about it, please. " she begged.
" I love you too much to lose you. " she whispered caressing his face. " Maybe this time, you should try to step back and let the answer come to you instead of you chasing the whole dam population, trying to get it yourself. "
Li rested his head against her forehead.
" I've stood back long enough Li to see how much you have changed. You are worn out and
constantly exhausted. I've tried to be the obedient wife, not interrfering where it's not permitted, but I'm puttting my foot down right now Li. Stand down and let someone else care about such trivial matters from now on. Goodness sake give it to Eriol if you must, I know he'd love getting into everything, but just let it be for once. We'll find Ying Fa our own way, just focuss on what is important. The Black Wolves are important, not everything outside this mansion. Do you honestly think any other gang is going to tell us if what is being said is true or not? "
Li leant forward and kissed her lightly on the lips.
" What was that for? " she asked frowning slightly.
" You're rambling. " Li smiled.
Sakura blinked and then flushed.
" I can ramble if I want to. " she said embarressed.
Li continued to smile and placed his hands on the side of her head and drew him to her.
" Do you know how beautiful you are? "
Sakura continued to frown.
" Li what - "
" I haven't told you often enough. " he stated softly. " You're right. I've cared about everything else except my family. "
Sakura lost her frown and her eyes softened.
" How can you still have such a big heart after all these years? " he wondered. " You're
still the same as the day I met you you know? " he asked smiling.
" I wish I could say the same thing about you. " Sakura said smiling. " You're no longer an insufferable rogue. You're tamed and I feel proud that I can gloat that it was me that did it. "
Li threw his head back and laughed.
" What an ego! " he laughed. " You are still so full of surprises. You are such a delight to have. My life has never been dull for one moment when you are around. "
Sakura arched an eyebrow.
" Never ever? " she asked.
" Maybe a few times when you have been mad or ignoring me. That was like a knife in my heart everytime. "
Her eyes sparkled with emotion.
" We've both caused each other pain. " she whispered. " But we wouldn't be human if we hadn't. Everybody hurts at one time or another. Tory used to say that was what mother would always say. "
Li pulled her towards him and then frowned and pushed the pillow away so he could hug her properly.
" I would have loved to have met your mother. " he said closing his eyes. " Then I could thank her for the beautiful angel that she created to save me. "
Tears fell like falling stars down her cheeks as she closed her eyes and hugged him closer.
" Have I been all you think I am? " she asked. " I just feel like an ordinary woman, and at times I feel as if I am useless especially to you - "
" Don't ever think that ever again. You don't realise how important you are to me, to Syaoran our wonderful son, and to everyone around you. "
She snuggled deeper into his chest.
" God I love you so much. " she muttered sleepily. " I feel all the world disappear when you hold me like this. There is nothing but you and me. "
" Ditto. " Li murmered and lead her towards the bed.
Sakura brightened and shot him a seductive smile.
" Ok, maybe I was wrong before about you being an insufferable rogue. "
Li smirked.
" You haven't seen anything yet. "
" Then show me. " she whispered and lost herself in his kisses.
* * *
Ying Fa smiled distractedly at the check out boy in front of her. He was the same guy from before and he jumped terrorfied as she looked at him. He scanned her stuff at record speed and had it ready at the other end of the counter before she knew it. She smiled at him and he gulped and reached to take her money with shaking hands.
" Thanks. " she said and he squeaked and fainted right on front of her.
She blinked and starred down at the boy. Everyone was running towards them.
" What have you done to him this time? " came a familar voice and she turned around and her face split into a huge smile that was reflected in her eyes.
" Koji! " she gushed and wrapped her arms around his neck in a tight hug.
" Ok I missed you too. Ying Fa let go I need to breathe! " Koji laughed.
" Oh sorry. " she said stepping away. " Where have you been? "
" This isn't the place to talk. But there is something that I want to talk to you about. I can't stay around long, but it's important. "
" Lead the way. " Ying Fa said and picked up her groceries.
" So what's going on? " Ying Fa asked sipping her cold drink.
" Komoji is what's going on. "
Ying Fa sat up straighter.
" Yes? " she asked slowly, watching him carefully.
" I have a way that you can get into his defences. But you will have to act tonight. "
" That soon? " she asked surprised.
" The Hawks are supposedly trying to make a pact with him. I don't know if you've noticed but everyone is becoming restless. "
" Hey! " Ying Fa almost yelled. " What IS going on? I've noticed it. "
" Apparently the Heir to the Black Wolves have been found, but no one knows where she is.
The whole entire network is buzzing with it, but no one knows who started it. "
" Wait a minute. The whole network? What does that mean? "
Koji shot her a look.
" Didn't Black teach you? "
" Black taught and assumed much. " Ying Fa retorted.
" Anyway, what I mean is : Not only is the Underground network buzzing, so it the streets, the alley's, basically everywhere from here to China and beyond. "
Ying Fa starred at him.
" That serious huh? "
" You betcha. "
" But why are so they so wrapped about this heir? "
" She's the daughter of Li and Sakura Showron. Everyone is petrified of Li as it is because he is so deadly. Sakura is feared becuase of her role as the Jade Fox and their son Syaoran is showing great promise of already following in their footsteps. He can kill
better than anyone I've ever known at that age. Then chuck in the other Black Wolves
and - "
" And you get the biggest and scariest conspiracy you've ever heard of right? "
" Basically, yes. " Koji agreed.
" So alright, they're all going beserk. It could be a hoax. "
" For some reason I doubt that this time. Too many people are freaking out. This is wide spread. This is real. "
" Ok getting off the subject, the Hawkes are sucking up to Komoji why? "
" Because they're feeling threatened. It either show alligence to him or die eventually. They know it and so does he. "
Ying Fa thought about it.
" Ok so what's my part? "
" Get the chic out of the way and take her place. Become what she is to be and get under Komoji's nose and make an impression. And when the time is right, strike with force. "
" And what is this chic supposed to be? "
" Management. " Koji smirked and Ying Fa smiled evilly.
" Think about it. You get full control of his men and can tell him what you think. But be careful. Komoji knows you are coming, I doubt if he has any intention of keeping this Hawke for very long. "
Ying Fa nodded.
" Then what are we waiting for? Lets go get our hands dirty. "
Koji nodded and stood up.
" You got your bike? "
" Nope. Good ol' car sorry. "
Koji frowned and then sighed.
" It'll have to do. So much for the sneaky approach. "
" Exactly where is this girl? "
" Just leave it to me ok? "
* * *
Ying Fa sighed as she waited where Koji told her too. The night had closed in quicker than she had thought it would. She heard a noise and stopped to listen. She thought she heard some talking and then there was a gargle and then nothing.
Suddenly Koji came out of the darkness and she nearly died when she saw him wiping his knife blade on some cloth. There was a trail of blood as he wiped it clean. He ignored her look and threw the clothes at her.
" From now on your name is Ashly. You are one of the highest members of the Hawkes. You don't take shit from anyone. You are being sent to Komoji to secure the alliance between him and your gang is that clear? " Koji talked fast.
" Hai. " Ying Fa said sternly.
" You are being sent as a manager to train and give advice to his men not that he needs it, but that is his story, go along with it. Do not question him and do not let on that you any the wiser understood? "
" Hai. "
" Get in close and don't act suspect. Bide your time, as long as you can. Work quick, fast, effectively. Screw up, you're on your own. " he continued to talk faster.
" Anything else? "
" Yeah, The Black Wolves don't know that Komoji is back in town. When they do, they'll be seeing you, trust me. "
Ying Fa frowned.
" Don't they miss a beat? "
" No. " Koji replied quickly and looked around.
" Our time is up. "
" You're leaving? " Ying Fa asked cursing her rising voice.
Koji shot her a look.
" Miss me eh? "
" In your dreams! " Ying Fa retorted but smiled.
Koji stepped closer and she saw him clearly in the light.
" Take care Ying Fa. "
" And you too Koji. " she replied sadly.
" Hey, " he said quietly. " Cheer up. You'll be fine. Just know what you have to do and be brave. I know you can do it, and when you do, I'll help you spit on that bastards grave. "
" Koji. Since when have you been sadistic and presumptuous? " Ying Fa chided.
Koji smiled and lifted her chin. Ying Fa blinked wondering what he was doing.
" You are very beautiful you know that? " he asked and she stiffened.
" Don't be afriad Ying Fa. I'm not like that. " he said and leant down.
Ying Fa closed her eyes as his mouth came down on hers.
It was so sweet and he knew what he was doing. She had never been kissed except for the few experiemnts growing up with Shinji, she knew all about it and how it was meant to be done, but this was mind blowing. He suddenly stepped back and Ying Fa starred up at him.
He careessed her face.
" Good luck. " and with that he melted into the darkness and she was alone.
" Yeah you too. " she whispered.
* * *
Ally and Syaoran were walking quietly down the street watching as all the shoppers walked past them. The traffic flew past them but they ignored it. They just wanted each others company. Ally stopped to look at something and Syaoran watched her. He knew he was in love. There was no other way to explain how he felt.
" Oh Syaoran look. " she breathed turning around and looking across the street. She had seen the reflection in the window and pointed.
" That lady with the short bob-like black hair across the road. Isn't that shade of red so pretty? "
Syaoran looked at what she was looking at. The lady was tall. She was wearing red high heels, and a very tight red dress. Her black hair was like a short bob and gleamed in the sunlight.
She was waiting for something he could tell by reading her body stance. She was tense with anticipation? Fear? he couldn't tell from so far away. He wanted to know the colour of her eyes, but he couldn't see from here.
" Syaoran?!! " Ally squeaked and grabbed his arm in a tight grip, fear adding to her already wide eyes.
Syaoran gaped as Komoji Roboto emerged from the shadows of the door way of an expensive club. The lady got his attention and after a few spoken words he held out his hand and she lightly placed her hand on top of his and he lead her the few short steps towards the awaiting limo at the curb in front of them.
They watched as he they drove off.
" Syaoran why is Komoji back?!! " she asked fearfully.
" I don't Ally, but we have to folow them. "
" Are you nuts?!! " she demanded.
" Come on. " Syaoran stated and dragged her after him towards their car.
" This is Syaoran. I repeat this is Syoaran. " Syaoran said into the car radio.
" Komoji Roboto is back in town. I repeat Komoji is back! We're tailing him now. All Black Wolves be on the look out. "
Ally looked at him.
" Do you think it smart to be sigalling all the Wolves? "
He shot her a look.
" Don't you find it just a little ironic that we hear about my sister suposedly being
alive and then all of a sudden, Komoji Roboto - the man responsonsible for taking her - is back in town? "
" When you put it like that - " Ally trailed off and then nodded.
" Let's go for it. " she said determination lining her face.
He nodded and turned following the limo.
* * *
" So you are Ashly? " Komoji asked looking the girl up and down. " You look a little young to be 20. "
Ying Fa tried not to gulp.
" Well believe it or not I am. My age has got nothing to do with this Komoji. I am here for one reason and one reason only. I am hear to maintain the alliance and I hope you find me satisfactory? "
Komoji studied her.
" You'll do .. . for now. " he purred silkily.
' Bastard. ' Ying Fa spat at him mentally.
" Perfect. Where do we begin? " she said instead.
* * *
" Pull up. " Ally said suddenly.
" What? " Syoaran demanded.
" Just do it. " she said glaring at him.
They pulled over and watched as Komoji's limo slowed and parked outside a club.
" That was close. Good call. " Syaoran said.
Ally rolled her eyes.
" What would have happened if I hadn't been here I wonder? " she muttered and watched as the black haired woman got out and was followed by Komoji.
Suddenly the phone rang.
" Hello? " Ally said quietly, putting it on speaker so he could here.
" Ally?!! " came Madiosn's voice. " Where are you? " she demanded concerned.
" Tailing Komoji. Where else mom? "
" My god! Get out of there. Give us the location and we'll be there. I don't want you near that monster. Syaoran do you hear me? Get out of there! "
" I hear you alright Madison, but I ain't listening. "
" What?!! " she demanded.
" The location is the Necromancer's Lair. "
" The what? " Madiosn asked.
" Necromancer's Lair mom. " Ally said. " It's one of the really expensicve clubs on Pento avenue. "
" Pento's? Isn't that on Highway 69? "
" That's the one. " Syaoran stated watching Komoji carefully.
" Be there in five. " Madison said and hung up.
" We're in for an earful you know that? " Ally asked.
He shrugged.
" So? If we can get this bastard then good and well. "
" What do you mean? We're not going in there are we? "
" You got it. " Syaoran said and got out of the car.
" Wait!! " Ally cried and bolted out of the car, making sure to grab her gun on the way.
Syaoran ignored the pole dancers and all the other fancy crap as he made his way around the club.
" Keep close Ally. " he whispered. " Ally? "
He turned around and spotted her.
" These are good moves. " Ally stated to herself as she watched the pole dancers. " I can't wait to try this out. "
" I'm going to pretend I didn't here that. " Syaoran whsipered into her ear, making her jump guiltily.
" Now stick by my side and save the sight seeing you hentai. "
Ally blushed and glarred at him best she could.
" You can't blame me. I'm a girl, I need to be able to charm the guys. "
Syaoran ignored her.
Ying Fa sat at the table that Komoji had pushed her into. She rubbed her arm from the mark he had left. She looked up and could have screamed.
" You little idiots. " she hissed softly glarring at Syaoran as Ally.
" What brings you here I wonder? " she whispered sarcastically, getting up. She knew.
The body guards shot her a look.
" Excuse me boys. I'm going to look around. "
Syaoran was looking everywhere, but he couldn't see him. Suddenly he was aware of a powerful grip on his arm and Ally gasping in fear. Nails dug into his skin as he looked up into two fiery green eyes.
" What the hell are you doing here?!! " the black haired lady hissed as she pulled him back behind a pole so no one would see.
" Let go of me! " Syaoran hissed back.
" No I won't! What kind of an idiot are you for coming here? And most of all bringing her here? " Ying Fa demanded as she glarred at him.
Syaoran lost his glare.
" Who are you? " he asked quietly. He was getting that sensation again that he knew her.
" Never you mind Dero. " she spat. " Take your sorry excuse for an arse out of here right now, before I raise the alarm that 2 Wolves are in here. "
" You wouldn't? " Ally begged.
" I would. " Ying Fa glarred. " Move it. You and I both know this place will go off like clockwork if I raise the alarm and believe me if you don't move it now, I will. GO! "
Ally jumped and bolted, trying not to draw too much attention.
Syaoran and Ally stepped out into the light as Black Wolves pulled up in the distance. Ying Fa stepped out behind them. Cursing his stupidity and hoping luck was with her she waited until Li and Madison came up towards them. She shot them glares and they looked her up and down. They were ready for action and she wasn't going to let them blow it.
" Are you their parents? " Ying Fa demanded, hoping she sounded more grown up.
" Yes. " Li said slowly. He was assessing the situation.
" I advise you keep your children in tighter check. " Ying Fa spat haughtily.
She glarred down at Syaoran and Ally.
" This is not the kind of place for children, not even minors. "
Li stiffened and Madison glarred at the black haired lady in front of them.
" I am no child! " Syaoran spat.
Ying Fa glared at him.
" Then prove it and walk away little boy. This was no place to bring your little girlfriend. "
The Wolves snarled.
" What right do you - "
Ying Fa glarred at Madison.
" Be very thankful Madison that I found them before Komoji did. " Ying Fa said in a low voice.
Madison recoiled like she had been slapped.
" You know my name? " she asked.
She looked at Syaoran. ( He's the same height as her though he is only 15 )
" I saved your life just now. Sorry to bruise your ego Syaoran, but it had to be done. But if I ever catch you hovering stupidly like that again, god help you! Did it ever occur to you that Komoji would know that you are a wolf, you stupid, stupid baka! "
" Who are you? " Li demanded.
Ying Fa straightened and looked at them all.
" You are not welcome here rack off. You have two seconds to walk away or I'll deal with you accordingly. "
Li looked like he wanted fight.
" I suggest you take hint I'm trying to give here and go. " Ying Fa whispered.
" We'll go. " Li replied softly. " But I'll be back and I will find out who you are. "
Ying Fa forced herself to laugh loudly.
" I highly doubt that! " she laughed as she walked back inside.
She stopped when she faced Komoji.
" Very interesting. " he said slowly.
Ying Fa masked her expression and waited for the tidal wave to descend. . .