Letters

Author: Adriana Santomé -hikari-

Date: August 16th, 2004.

Disclaimer: CCS belongs to CLAMP.

A/N: Mom says I should do my homework. I say this is my homework too. This was actually a one-shot, heck, this was just a scribble. But then, some of you wanted a second chapter, so I did my best. The one who gave me the main idea I took was Lily, so this chapter is dedicated to her. Please review!!

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LETTERS

(Dealing with Goodbye)

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The maid knocked on the door softly, interrupting her reading. She was trying to finish her literature assignment, but she was only half way done with her book. She looked down from her novel and let her in. The brunette girl walked timidly towards her mistress while carrying a delicate silver platter. On the platter, a perfectly white envelope stood out.

Tomoyo's lilac eyes grew with enthusiasm as she thanked the girl and took the letter from her. She had been waiting for his response for two weeks already. It made her wonder if something wrong had happened to her blue-eyed pen-pal.

The maid hurried her way outside the living room as Tomoyo carefully opened the enveloped. She was curious as to why Eriol's handwriting seemed so stiff on the outside.

She pulled the letter out excitedly, her eyes glued to its content. She read it quickly and her eyes fell and the colors drained her face, the smile gracing her lips transforming into a sad grimace. She avoided the tears, she would not cry. She knew too well it couldn't last... The raven-haired girl sat on her red, cushioned armchair before reading it with her full attention.

It was written primly and briefly.

0-0-0

'Dear Miss Tomoyo,' it read.

'I'm afraid this will be the last letter you are going to receive from me. There are certain... circumstances that restrain me from maintaining contact with you any longer.'

The last letter...? He had sounded so bitter that she could almost feel the grimace in his face and the strained expression. "Any longer," she repeated almost dully in a whisper, her face a puzzle of emotions... It couldn't be, not now...

It felt like an eternity ever since they had started exchanging correspondence. She had grown to make this letters part of her life. She was always thrilled when her the mail man came with a new response.

'I truly dreaded this moment, but ever since we said goodbye back in Tomoeda, I knew that further communication wasn't meant to be in first place. However, I was delighted of hearing news from you. You must know this past months I always looked forward to your letters and I was highly honored that you trusted me enough to confided on me. But this can't go on... for it would only cause more damage to both of us, if it hasn't done any already.'

She dreaded this moment as well. She really did. Because Tomoyo was not only delighted to get news from him, she was utterly content. He had become her confident and closest friend, that is, aside from her cousin. He always knew what to say, he always knew what she felt.

Damage? What damage did he talk about? If she had only put her heart into it. She knew it wasn't the best thing to do, but it felt so right. She had tried several times to deny her feelings, she was too young, he was so far away, and then, there was Miss Mizuki in the picture.

'I hope you understand my situation. I also trust you will realize that this is only for the best.

I wish you well and that you have a happy life.'

Yes. She understood, she had understood from the very beginning. It was just that she didn't expect things to be like this, she hadn't expect to feel so strongly for someone she barely ever saw. But his soothing, wise words made her feel he was just at arm-reach.

'Sincerely yours,

Hiiragizawa Eriol.'

And she was his; she had devoted her heart to him, even if unwillingly or without noticing. He'd never need to know that... Not now.

'P.S. You'll always be in a special place of my heart, Tomoyo.'

Her eyes quivered at the last sentence. His handwriting had softened, as though when he had written this he was back to his old-self. Yes, he held a special part of her heart too, she thought.

But this was it. This was his last letter.

And this time, she wouldn't write back.

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[TO BE CONTINUED]

Lily: And you are the winner!! laughs No, seriously, it was your idea that made me finally decide on making a second part. I also wanted to see what went through Tomoyo's head. So, thanks to you too!

never-be-normal: It was a one-shot, at first... Most of the reviews wanted a second chapter, so I thought that maybe I could do it. I just hope I didn't screw up sigh.

MoMo-ChAn1: Hi! Thank you for reviewing.

the nadja: Actually, it was the beginning and the end. But, well, things happen. Thank you for dropping by!

FlamingCammi: This was a one-shot, but you guys made me change my mind. Hehe... I also thought the ending left it open for continuation. You really think so? I don't think it's the best, but I'm very proud of how it ended. Thank you for the review.

lilsakli: Well, now that I think about it, yes. It's just that I wanted to show that Eriol had at least some feelings for Tomoyo even though he ended up with Kaho in the manga.

AnG3L1c diVa-chan: Thanks a lot! n.n You know, your review make me really happy, thanks for your support!

luckyducky7too: KAHO IS EVIL!!! Ehehehe.... sorry, I got too emotional. Thanks for dropping by.

Purple Amethyst (your true nick erases itself, I'm sorry!): T.T Sad indeed. See you soon!