Chapter Four
Meeting with old love
It was 7 in the morning and the sun was hanging brightly in the morning already. Sakura woke up early in the morning. At the least she thought she was. She got herself out of bed and took a refreshing bath and changed into her clothes. She was wearing high-collar, long sleeves white shirt, another rather short pinkish skirt (another of Tomoyo's creation) and a pink coat.
"Another day for my job," Sakura whispered as she walked down the stairs and into the kitchen. She paused at the doorway as she saw her boss, Syaoran sitting there enjoying his coffee while looking at the agreement. The agreement she managed to finish the day before. Sakura recalled about last night and she blushed. Why was she blushing? Was it because she accidentally kissed him on the plane? Or maybe was it their magic attraction?
"Ohayo, Kinoyoto-san," Syaoran greeted her as he put the file down and looked up at her, causing her to blush even deeper.
"Ohayo, Mr. Li," Sakura greeted as she walked past him.
"I make breakfast for you already, Kinoyoto-san," Syaoran told her, noticing that she didn't realize the plate of food lying on the table. Sakura looked at Syaoran and then at the plate.
"That's for me?" Sakura questioned again, unsure if this was for real.
"Unless you don't want to eat it," Syaoran replied, smiling.
"Arigato, Mr. Li," Sakura thanked as she sat down. "Ittekimasu." (I think it's spell like this. Anyone can tell me if I spell it correctly?)
Syaoran looked at her eating the food he made. He didn't know what made he make the breakfast for her. Something about her made he felt warm. (As in homely warmth. Just in case your brain goes a little...) Noticing Syaoran was looking at her, Sakura looked at herself and back at Syaoran. Is there something wrong with her clothes or what?
"Mr. Li, is there something that matters?" Sakura asked.
"Nothing, really," Syaoran told her, snapping himself out of his thoughts, "And you better hurry. It's almost time to leave." (They have more than enough time. 2 hours? Hinting?)
"Okay," Sakura replied in an uncertain tone. Syaoran stood up and left the kitchen for his room.
'I must be mad. What am I thinking?' Syaoran thought. Meanwhile, Sakura was in the kitchen washing her plate as she finished her breakfast. She went up the stairs and saw Syaoran had changed his clothes into a black suit. Totally black with white shirt. Sakura looked at him from head to toes and sighed.
"Is there a problem, Kinoyoto-san?" Syaoran asked as he heard her sigh.
"I think you shouldn't be wearing this," Sakura told him, "You should wear something brighter in colour."
"Like?" Syaoran smiled as he listened to his secretary telling him how to dress. She reminded him a lot of Mei. Mei used to lecture on his wearing.
"Try wearing colours you like. Colour like green," Sakura suggested.
"How did you know I like green?" Syaoran asked her as he heard her suggesting him to wear green.
"Hoe? Ahm... I didn't know you really like green. I just guess it," Sakura replied, blushing. She didn't thought she would guess his favourite colour accurately. She only knew he loved to wear green to work from her father. Syaoran inspected Sakura. Noticing nothing unusual except her blushing, he turned into his room and changed. Sakura sighed a relief. Why did she keep blushing? Especially when she speaks to Syaoran. What was really wrong with her?
"So is this okay?" Syaoran asked as he came out in a white shirt over a green coat with green pants. Sakura looked at the combination. She shouldn't have asked Syaoran changed. He looked awful in that. Noticing her reaction, Syaoran smiled as he went into the room again and changed back to his original clothes. Why did he even listen to her into changing his shirt? Just something hitting him to do so. What's that something then? He didn't understand at all. He walked out of his room. Sakura was still standing there.
"Grounded, Kinoyoto-san?" Syaoran smirked as he walked closer to her.
Sakura snapped out of her thoughts and looked up at her boss who was very close to her now. Her expression was telling him clearly she was lost in thoughts moments ago. Syaoran smiled at Sakura who looked confused. What was Syaoran smiling at? Just then Sakura felt a gentle touch around her waist. Syaoran was wrapping his arm around his waist, bringing himself closer to Sakura. Sakura was paralyzed; she didn't know if she was going to resist him or not. She only felt herself blushing madly, her heart was beating at high speed, not to mention she was feeling hot inside. Syaoran brushed his lips against hers gently. This wasn't happening. Syaoran Li was kissing her?! What was this all about? Syaoran wasn't sure what possess him again to kiss his secretary. Pushing her against the wall, Syaoran kissed her more passionately, holding her tighter in his arm. Sakura closed her eyes as she enjoyed Syaoran's lips. His lips were warm and were eating her soul up. She held his sleeves tight, she was losing her senses. Syaoran pulled away from Sakura, and looked at her breathing hard. Her kiss was as good as the first he had from her. He leaned in for more, nibbling down her neck, making Sakura moaned. His right arm had released its hold on her waist and went down her leg, and up again, bringing her skirt up. Sakura opened her eyes, feeling Syaoran lifting her skirt up. She thought she was going crazy. Syaoran was going to have sex with her?! But they met each other less than 2 days. Syaoran looked up at her and into her emerald eyes. He had lifted Sakura's skirt high enough to expose her panties. He wanted to advance on her all of a sudden, making her his. Sakura looked into Syaoran's ember-red eyes, uncertainty was felt within her. She was feeling fear as well. What was making her fear? Syaoran kissed her again on the lips. Suddenly the clock sounded throughout the whole house causing them to break away from one another. Syaoran coughed while Sakura got herself dressed back properly as soon as they broke away with each other.
'That was close.' Sakura thought as she blushed after she got herself dressed back normally. They were so close to having sex which she didn't intend to. She had to admit; Syaoran was a good seducer, having able to seduce her even though she was on guard of him.
Syaoran on the other hand was rather confused. 'What was I thinking, trying to take advantage of my own secretary?' Syaoran wondered. 'I must be mad.'
"Mr. Li?" Sakura asked, noticing his expression changed, "Is there something wrong?"
"No, nothing," Syaoran replied, blushing a little, "We got to go; we have a meeting to catch." He turned to leave.
"Yeah, sure," Sakura replied in confusion and followed behind him. What was wrong with him?
At the meeting arena
Syaoran and Sakura arrived at the Toshi Cooperation building. (Sorry can't think of better name. . ) Sakura stared at its majestic with her mouth open. It's even larger than the one her family had before. Syaoran walked into the building and saw a lady. She had silky black hair till her waist, slim and tall. Her smile was beautiful. Syaoran looked at her in shocked as the lady turned to see Syaoran staring at her. She was shocked to see him as well. Sakura looked at Syaoran and then at the direction indicating the lady. The lady was staring at him too. Sakura looked back at Syaoran who was blushing madly. Blushing madly? Does he by accident know that lady? The lady walked over to them. Syaoran felt his heart stopped as he saw her walking towards him. After so many years, his feeling was there.
"Ni hao, Xiao Lang, (Hi there, Syaoran)" the lady greeted in Chinese. Sakura looked at the lady whom just spoke Chinese; she understood what she was talking about. In fact, Sakura knew most of the language around the world. Syaoran just stood there and looked at her. She was still that beautiful even after so many years. Sakura realized Syaoran wasn't greeting her and took the place to greet her.
"Ni hao, wo men si lai kai hui de, (Hi there, we are here for the meeting)" Sakura replied. Her voice somehow managed to snap Syaoran from his thoughts. Syaoran looked at the lady who looked at Sakura then back at Syaoran, smiling.
"Da si ni de zhu li ma? (Is she your assistant?)" The lady asked.
"No, she is my secretary," Syaoran replied in prefect English. Sakura looked at him, his serious face looking sternly at the lady.
"I see then, Syaoran," she smiled once again, "The meeting is at the 20th floor. Take the lift up. Turn to your left and you will reach the meeting arena."
"Thank you," Sakura replied faster than Syaoran as she pushed him away. It was a good thing she did that. They were only left with 10 minutes. While they were in the lift, Sakura started the conversation.
"So who is that lady?" Sakura asked. Syaoran was staring outside the lift into the city of Hong Kong. He never thought he would meet her again in his life.
"Mr. Li, I'm asking you a question," Sakura shouted furiously. She wanted an answer from him. (Or should we say she demanded an answer from him.)
"Alright," Syaoran sighed, getting a little irritated by her shouting, "She is Mei alright." The moment the name came out of his mouth, Sakura stared at Syaoran who ignored her. Mei, the girl Syaoran loved. That was the lady? Syaoran was still cursing himself under his breath for telling Sakura about Mei. Why was Mei here? Why wasn't she in the United State? Wasn't she staying with Frank? Sakura looked at Syaoran; he still cared about Mei even after so many years. Her heart ached a little as she turned away.
"20th storey." Sakura and Syaoran walked out of the lift. They turned to their left and went into the arena. It was huge, not mentioning the number of people around. Sakura looked around and so did Syaoran. Both of them were looking out for the same person. When everyone settled down, the meeting started. Each company got their agreement in place. Sakura and Syaoran listened as other companies presented their agreements to the Toshi's boss, Mr. Toshi. Sakura met Toshi before with her father. She knew he was someone with brains, not seeking for the cheapest but the trust from the person.
Finally it was their turn to present. Syaoran presented the agreement in a rather normal voice. All the other representatives looked over at him. Maybe it was because most of the representatives were ladies and can't help but looked at Syaoran's enchanting expression. (Or should I say his magnetic-attraction? Just kidding) After his presentation, all of them were speechless. Mr. Toshi smiled at Sakura whom returned a smile and a nod.
"Mr. Li," Toshi started, "Can I assume you as the representative of Kinomoto Cooperation?"
"Yes I am," Syaoran replied.
"How is Fujitaka doing?" he asked. Syaoran looked at Toshi in surprised; does this have anything to do with the business?
"Well, he is quite busy with his job thus he is not able to make it here personally," Syaoran replied.
"That's the same old Fujitaka I know," Toshi laughed, "I suggest you, Mr. Li, to get your agreement ready. I want it by today." Syaoran looked at Toshi who was smiling brightly and telling the others that the meeting had dismissed. He had done it. He managed to secure the first deal. This should be a good start. Sakura sighed in relief, now she could call her father to tell him the good news.
"Wait here, Kinoyoto-san," Syaoran told her as he went to Toshi's office. Sakura took her phone and called her father.
"Moshi, moshi, Kinomoto Shipping Cooperation," From the other side was Rika's voice.
"Moshi, moshi, Rika-chan, Sakura desu," Sakura told her.
"Sakura-chan, how was it?" Rika asked.
"Fine, can you link this to Mr. Fujitaka? I need to talk to him," Sakura told her.
"Give me a few minutes," Rika told her as she contacted Sakura's father.
"Moshi, moshi, Fujitaka desu," Fujitaka's voice was heard.
"Oto-san, Sakura desu," Sakura whispered just to make sure no one heard her.
"Sakura-chan? What is it?" Fujitaka asked.
"Nothing, just called to tell you we got the deal," Sakura smiled.
"Really? I bet Mr. Toshi must like Syaoran," Fujitaka said.
"I was sweating Oto-san," Sakura complained, "I told we were going to lose to others. They all sent girl representatives."
"But at least Syaoran-kun managed to get the deal right, Sakura-chan?" Fujitaka told her.
"Yeah, you are right," Sakura sighed in agreement, she had to admit that Syaoran is really good in doing deal. Even she had to think before saying, Syaoran just responded immediately with the right information.
"Is there anymore things, Sakura-chan? I need to get to another meeting," Fujitaka told her.
"No, nothing," Sakura replied, "Good luck with the next meeting, Oto-san." And put the phone down. Sakura wanted to talk to her father a little longer but she can't hold her father for so long. He is always a busy guy. He always tried to find time to spend with them.
Meanwhile, Syaoran had come out of the office. Toshi chatted with Syaoran for a while and signed the agreement. There he saw Mei walking towards him. Stopping in front of Syaoran, Mei smiled at Syaoran and said, "Ke yi he ni si xia tan tan ma? (Can I chat with you in private?)" Mei asked.
"Fine with me," Syaoran replied, "My secretary isn't here."
"How is life going?" Mei asked.
"Still the same," Syaoran replied.
"I see," Mei smiled disappeared a little. Syaoran realized her expression changed.
"So what are you doing here? I thought you were with Frank in United State," Syaoran asked.
Mei looked at him sadly and sighed, "Frank and I break off after we arrived at the State. I can't get over the feeling I had for you."
"Mei..." Syaoran was speechless. He looked painfully at Mei. She had been hurt inside.
"I came back to Hong Kong to find you, but your mother told me you left for Japan. She told me not to find you, knowing how hurt you are. I begged her to tell me where you were but she wouldn't. I went to Japan to search for you but I can't," Mei explained, "And the expenses are high, just then, Mr. Toshi happened to have a vacancy. Therefore I worked under him."
"I see," Syaoran whispered. He was feeling neither happy nor sad. He had dreamt about Mei coming back to him after she left him. He was so happy that she was back. But when she was back now, he didn't feel that happy at all. He wondered why. Didn't he long for Mei to return to him? Why wasn't he happy at all? At that moment, he felt Mei's lips against his. She had her hands around his neck, bringing herself closer to Syaoran. He swallowed hard as he kissed her deeper.
Sakura was wondering why Syaoran was taking so long as she walked towards Toshi's office. Just as she turned around the corner, she saw, to her horror, Syaoran kissing Mei!! Sakura stared hard at them, too shock to react. Mei pulled away from Syaoran, just in time to see Sakura grounded. Syaoran saw Mei's reaction and turned to see Sakura staring at them. Sakura wasn't if she was feeling angry or sad. She only felt a pain across her heart. Why? Was it because her boss played her out? So what if he played her out? She didn't care that much as well. You are lying to yourself, Sakura. No. He is just another guy that she hates, just like the other guys. She will never love him. Wait, where did that sentence came from? Love? Is that what she's been feeling? No, impossible. She couldn't have fall in love with Syaoran, could she?
"Kinoyoto-san," Syaoran finally called out to Sakura, snapping Sakura out of her thoughts.
"Yes?" Sakura asked.
"Are you okay?" Syaoran asked as he walked over to her.
"Yeah, fine, so have Mr. Toshi signed the agreement?" Sakura asked.
"He did," Syaoran gave her the file of agreement, "So can we go now? I can spend the rest of the day doing other things."
"Yeah, sure, I will leave first then." Sakura smiled as she turned to walked away. Syaoran looked at Sakura leave in hurried and wondered.
"Syaoran?" Mei called.
"Yeah, Mei?" Syaoran asked.
"Are you visiting your mother?" Mei asked, blushing.
"Yeah, tomorrow," Syaoran told her.
"I will see you tomorrow then," Mei told him, "I will go your house first."
"Sure," Syaoran smiled as he turned to leave. He sighed as soon as he was left alone in the lift. Sakura had saw him kissing Mei, why was he feeling guilty? He had played enough girls out; she is just another girl he will play out. But why was he feeling gulity? He loves Mei, in the past, now and future. But maybe he should bring Kinoyoto along with him tomorrow. She might like to meet her. He stopped thinking and stepped out of the hall where he saw Sakura waiting for him. He walked over and asked Sakura to get into the cab. They were going to shopping. Sakura stared at him in shock. Shopping? Why will a guy want to go shopping?
They went to the city centre. Sakura looked at Syaoran walking down the rows of women clothes, picking a few on the way and asking Sakura for opinions. Sakura gave him her views in confusion. Was he buying for Mei? The moment Sakura thought about it, her heart hurt even painfully.
"Hey, Kinoyoto," Syaoran shouted, throwing a pinkish dress at her, "Try wearing that."
"You want me to wear that?" Sakura asked, looking at the dress and back at Syaoran.
"Yes," Syaoran replied, "And now." Sakura sighed as she walked over to the fitting room to change. Why was she listening to him? She can choose to go back first, why did she choose to stay with him? She looked at the brand of the dress: Daidouji Co. Sakura smiled, it's her friend, Tomoyo's clothes. She changed into the dress. She felt really comfortable in it. She walked out of the fitting room. The moment she stepped out, everyone was staring at her. Sakura wondered if she had forgotten to zip her zips. But all the zips were zip. Syaoran was stunned by Sakura the moment he realized it was her. He can't recognize her in that dress he chose for her. She looked so beautiful in it. Sakura noticed Syaoran staring at her as she walked over.
"Is there a problem, Mr. Li?" Sakura asked.
"No, nothing," Syaoran told her, "You look beautiful in this."
"Really?" Sakura asked, "Just for your information, my friend designed it."
"You mean you know the designer of the clothes?" Syaoran asked.
"Tomoyo is my best friend," Sakura smiled.
"You have quite a talented friend," Syaoran commented.
"Don't you dare touch her," Sakura hissed. Syaoran looked at her as she turned to go to the fitting room to change back. She sure is an interesting girl.
'If he dares to touch Tomoyo-chan, I will kill him with my bare hands!' Sakura thought as she changed back to her original clothes and walked out. Syaoran had chosen another few more clothes. Sakura walked over to him, whom asked for the dress. Sakura passed the dress over. She was surprised when she saw Syaoran buying the dress. After all of the shopping, (Including buying of bags, eating of dinner etc.) they went home late. After they reached home, both of them went upstairs to their rooms. Just before Sakura entered her room, Syaoran called her.
"Kinoyoto-san, here you go," Syaoran passed her the dress she wore earlier.
"What is this for, Mr. Li?" Sakura asked, looking at him uncertainly.
"For you to wear of course," Syaoran smiled.
"I don't have any reason to accept this," Sakura told him.
"Oh, yes, you have," Syaoran smirked, "You are following me tomorrow."
"What?!" Sakura shouted as though she heard wrongly.
"You heard me, Kinoyoto-san," Syaoran smiled as he walked over to Sakura who backed away a little from Syaoran.
"Where are you going tomorrow that I must follow?" Sakura asked as she felt herself against the wall. Syaoran was standing in front of her, still smiling. One of his hand touched Sakura's soft face, as he leaned in to gently blush his lips against hers. His other hand held her by the waist to prevent her from slipping away from him.
"You are following me to see my mother," Syaoran whispered into her ears in which he started to kiss down her neck and unbuttoning her shirt at the same time. It took Sakura a while to get the information into her brain.
"I'm following you to see your MOTHER?!" Sakura shouted, making Syaoran stopped what he was doing and looked at Sakura's shocked face. Was meeting his mother that surprising?
I will stop here for the day. Man, this killed my brain cells. Especially the part on the kissing part. I thought I almost died.
Anyway hope you enjoy the chapter though.
In addition, there is an explanation I need to make clear to you since my friend got confused: Mei IS NOT Meiling. So please do not get yourself confuse.
That's it, signing off,
Kit, the weird girl.