Hey guyz I'm back! Sorry for the long long long wait! I didn't have access to my computer past few months well access to the internet I meant. AND THEN my computer didn't start and it wasn't working, so all my beautiful creations in work (chapters to stories) were never to be seen again! And now I'm here having to type it all over again from what I remember. I just recently got a new computer and have been trying to catch up with all my reading and writing that I have to do. I'm sorry this has taken such a long time! And plus I have school going on, so please excuse if I bring in chapters late as usual (sorrie!) Now to not keep you waiting longer for this wanted chapter, I bring you Chapter 12.
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"Let us eat and then celebrate the engagement of my son Xiao Lang and his wife-to-be Sakura!" Yelan exclaimed in happiness. Sakura and Syaoran went back to their seats to enjoy the meal to come.
They spent the rest of their night, dancing and talking to many whom congratulated them. It was a night that wasn't to be forgotten. Not only by the ones who were happy to see this, but also for the ones who's anger succeeded to the sight of the couple.
Xie Ling threw this fist at the wall in of the bathrooms, make a slight dent. Why am I so angry? I knew this would be coming. But Sakura, she now is happily with my rival. Ugh, I'm disgusted at that sight! I don't understand. I can not be jealous…
"Can I?" he asked himself, looking into the mirror. Sweat dropped from his face and melted together with one of his tears. This can't be possible, I can't be in love with her.
^^Chapter 12^^
:: Rivalry::
Bright rays of sunshine seeped through the curtains beginning it's morning task to open the eyes of the young lovers. The sunshine completed its task ,as emeralds blinked away the brightness. The eyes searched for a cover away from the bright lights and came in quick contact with a firm, but yet warm pillow. Amber eyes awakened from the sudden pressure built on his chest. A small "oof" let out from the amber eyes' mouth as peered down to look at what was on him.
All he saw was a head full of auburn hair, frizzed up all over the place. He smiled noticing quickly who that ball of hair was. He was about to pull himself up, before the ball of hair's arms wrapped around him tightly and cuddled up closer.
"No wake up, more sleep." it mumbled. He chuckled lightly at her cuteness and recalled to last night, how she ended up in his bed.
Flashback
Syaoran lied on his back, his hands behind his head, as he stared up at the ceiling. He smiled as a faint picture of his fiancé appeared on the blank area. He was so happy she agreed. Not only to when he engaged, but to the whole deal they've made. They were in love yes, but taking things quite quickly. That didn't matter to them though, as long as they were together, they were going to be fine. He sighed as he closed his eyes attempting to sleep. But no matter what, those hypnotizing emerald eyes came into his view. He opened his eyes a wide smile spread on his face. This was so weird. It made him feel girly. He chuckled to that thought. Geez, he was in love and he couldn't help it. He wanted to go around screaming,
"I'm in love with Kinomoto Sakura! I'm in love with Kinomoto Sakura! And guess what! She's in love with me too! She's in love with me too!"
It became a scary thought, once he envisioned it, but the feeling of doing that felt great. He wouldn't mind doing that for her, if she wanted him to. He'd do anything to prove his love for her.
"Good Lord, Xiao Lang." Speaking his native language.
"Talking to yourself?" Syaoran jumped up and went to look as his fright maker.
"Holy, Sakura, you scared the crap out of me!" He said as he held his sheets. Sakura blushed, seeing Syaoran's half-naked body. He was only wearing pajama pants and his god-like body was taking over Sakura's senses again.
"You know you have to pay to look at Sexy One like that?" a husky voice interrupted making the body temperature rise up in Sakura.
"Mou, Syaoran-kun." He laughed lightly as she scuttled near to his bed. She stood in front of it and put her hands behind her back. She is so cute. Syaoran said as she looked over her. Her hair was up in a messy bun and she was wearing shorts and a big shirt. One of his shirts, actually. He was looking for that shirt, but he never found it. Well now he did.
"Is that my shirt?" he asked pulling on it, making her jump onto the bed. She giggled and nodded. She sat right in front of him looking like there was no tomorrow. He smiled and pulled her towards him. He kissed her lightly on the lips while lying her down next to him.
"Is there anything wrong?" he asked as she got comfortable, pulling her arms around him.
"No, I just couldn't sleep. Thinking about you too much. I just had to be with you." she mumbled into his chest.
"I think we have the same problem, how about we get through this together, yah?" She nodded, her eyes slow closing. She opened them up again to look up at Syaoran. She pulled up and gave him a sweet kiss before returning back to her old position and closing her eyes.
"Good Night, koishii." she said before drifting off into dream world.
"Good Night, cherry blossom." he kissed her on the forehead, before reaching over to turn off his lamp. He himself too drifted into a steady slumber, satisfied that the one he wonders about is in his arms. What good dreams he was going to have tonight.
End of Flashback
(A/N: I originally wrote that in Sakura's view or something…but I decided to use Syaoran, because I like him =Þ)
Syaoran kissed the ball of hair on the back of her head and pulled her up.
"Come Sakura-chan. It's time to wake up." He whispered as he tried shook her lightly. She whined as she pulled away from Syaoran's grasp to sit up. She rubbed her eyes and pouted.
"I don't wanna be awake now. I want more sleep." she complained. Syaoran laughed and grabbed her, hugging her close.
"You're so cute, I just want to give you the biggest hug!" Syaoran said squeezing her tightly. Sakura laughed as she struggled against him. She soon gave up and wrapped her own arms around him. They relaxed after laughing a bit, now fully awake.
"What do you want to do today? We have the whole day to ourselves." Syaoran brought up, making early plans just for him and her.
"Whatever you want to do." she mumbled back.
"You want to see Hong Kong? I'll give you a grand tour myself of my lovely hometown. You still have yet to see it's beauty." Syaoran rambled. Sakura smiled about seeing Hong Kong. For the all the time she was there she hasn't gone out of Li property.
"I would love that and for you to be my personal tour guide."
"Great, now let's go get ready. We should start early. There's going to be a long day in front of us!" Syaoran said, getting excited. He hasn't been in his hometown for so long, he couldn't wait to eat the food and visit the malls, everything he used to do …alone. Well he went with Meilin a few times.
Sakura quickly got up, excited and pranced out of his room. Leaving Syaoran to smile at the child-at-heart. Once Sakura was out of the room, Xie Ling happened to be in the hallway. She frowned and pulled her head down.
"Good morning, Sakura." he said, as he pulled his small towel around his neck. Sakura looked up for a second and responded back to him,
"Morning." She was so close to making it to her door before his voice ceased her movements.
"Wait." Sakura didn't bother to turn but stood in place.
"What were you doing in Xiao Lang's room?" He took a step closer, as Sakura turned around to face him.
"That is none of your business." she coldly spit at him. He never has seen Sakura act this way during the time he went out with her, and he was pretty scared.
"Well, do you have plans for today?" he asked pleadingly.
"Yes." she answered before turning around and stepping into her room. She shut the door as soon as she was in, which made Xie Ling jump. His heart ached sensing her cold exterior blocking her from him. And he didn't like the feeling at all.
He made his way to his room to find Sei there brushing her hair. He sighed as he plopped on their bed looking up at the ceiling.
"How was practice this morning?" Sei asked, her eyes not leaving the mirror. Xie Ling looked over to his wife and put his hands behind his head.
"Xiao Lang wasn't there. I thought he would be there, but then it turned out to be no surprise when I saw Sakura walk out of his room." Sei stopped brushing her hair to look at Xie Ling.
"Interesting. Jealous, husband?" she turned back to the mirror and continued brushing long jet black hair. His act soon came into work as he got up from their bed.
"Why would I be jealous when I have you?" he said as he walked over to her. He kissed her on the cheek before heading to the bathroom to take a shower. Sei smiled and played with her brush.
"Yes, husband, you have no reason to be jealous. But Xiao Lang does." she said to herself.
::*::
Syaoran waited downstairs for his beloved, fumbling with his keys, while whistling. He leaned against the wall next to the kitchen door, one leg up.
"Are you nervous, Master?" Syaoran looked to his side to see his old companion, Wei. Syaoran smiled while shaking his head.
"I'm excited, Wei. I've never felt something like this before. She's beautiful." Wei smiled, lightening up the mood.
"Just to think, my master, once a quiet boy, too serious and a hard worker. Then from a look at his soul mate, his heart turns warm and everything changes. I must admit, I like this Xiao Lang." Wei turned around and walked away, repeating what he just said, "I like this Xiao Lang."
Syaoran his face content, watched as Wei left the room. But once Wei left, Xie Ling entered. That sweet content face of his quickly changed to his stone hard glare.
"Good Morning, Cousin." Xie Ling smiled as he approached him. Syaoran nodded his head.
"Cousin." Was the only thing that came out of his mouth. Xie Ling shifted uncomfortably in his glare, but shook it off.
"Congratulations on your engagement." Xie Ling sucked up. What is he up to? Syaoran thought, eyeing his cousin suspiciously.
"Thanks, I guess."
"You must really like her. She'll make good children." Syaoran stayed silent. In the corner of Xie Ling's eyes, he saw Sakura coming down the stairs. Perfect. He thought.
"So tell me really, are you just marrying her so you can be the leader of the Li clan. You can tell me." Sakura stopped walking down the steps awaiting Syaoran's answer. Is he? She thought.
"Alright, alright, I'll tell you." Syaoran leaned forward and said,
"I'm in love with her." he smirked before standing in a straight posture, crossing his arms.
"I'm not you, Xie Ling, I do not use love as an excuse for something. I admit, I am marrying her early, so I can receive my name that you now take part of. But I am not using her. I love her with all my heart. Something you'll never experience. I am ready for commitment with her, no matter at what level of a relationship we're at." Syaoran said still very serious.
"How do you know she's the right one? What if you meet
someone-?"
"I found out when I learned that I'd give up my life for her in a heartbeat. I have feelings, that are indescribable and something that you won't get the enjoyment of feeling. My hearts complete, unlike yours which is only half empty. I knew I first saw her eyes, when I saw her cry, I knew that I would do anything in the world to stop those tears. Even if it took my life. No one will be able to take my love away from her. Not you, not any guy or girl, can ever change the way I feel. You can try all you want, you won't succeed, Xie Ling." Xie Ling bit his lip in frustration. This was not turning out right and Sakura was hearing all of this. Then,
"Well I know that you love her, but does she really love you?"
"You heard her last night-"
"What if she's just being nice? She may care for you as a friend, but maybe she's making you happy, for all you've done for her. She probably doesn't truly love you." Sakura's heart broke to those words. She didn't want Syaoran to think that. She loved him, even if it did take her awhile to notice. She knew he wasn't like Xie Ling or Akihiro. She questioned herself, yes. But her answer always came out the same. She fell in love with Syaoran when he first picked her up for her horrible first date. She proved herself right through all her dates. They all turned bad as a sign. In that dating service she was looking for the wrong man. Instead of the match, she loved that matchmaker. She was about to say something before Syaoran spoke up.
"She loves me."
"So confident."
"She loves me. I can see it in her eyes. She has enough respect for herself to be selfish when she wants. Please give up already, you won't win." Xie Ling growled before turning to Sakura.
"Do you really?!" he questioned. Syaoran looked up to see Sakura, beautiful as can be, slightly angered from Xie Ling's attempt to break the couple.
"I love him more than life itself. Your question is answered, leave us be." Sakura hissed out, making her way down the stairs. She made her way towards Syaoran, glaring as she passed Xie Ling. She grabbed onto Syaoran's arm and both started on their way out of the mansion.
"Grrrrr! Why does he get it all? It's not fair. I'll beat you Xiao Lang, I'll crush you and I'll get Sakura. She'll be mine." He whipped around opposite towards where they exited. He bumped into Wei; he didn't notice that he was standing there the whole time.
"True love will always win over jealousy." Wei said simply and moved out of the way, not even turning to look back at Xie Ling. Xie Ling glared at the old man, as he watched him leave.
"Say whatever you want, Old Man. I am not jealous." Wei stopped, and put his hands behind his back. He didn't bother to even look at back at Xie Ling. He was too disgusted.
"Oh believe, Xi-Ling…" calling him by the nickname he once was called. "I know jealousy when I see it. And I'll just let you know, that it won't get you anything. What happened to the Xie Ling, I knew. Where did he go? Xi-Ling is still a part of my heart, but Xie Ling is dead to me." he whispered the last part, but spoke quite clearly.
Xie Ling stood there shocked. What did he mean? Xie Ling was dead to him? Why did such words take full control of his emotions?
"Good bye Xie Ling." Wei walked away, leaving a bewildered Xie Ling behind.
"Dead to me?" repeating his words to himself. Never did he feel so secluded.
"Have I changed that much…No. He's just saying that so I can feel sad and Xiao Lang will beat me. I am stronger; I will prove to you Wei. Xiao Lang maybe your favorite, but I inherited more during our training together. I will prove you wrong." he stomped his way back to his room, anger raving through his body.
::*::
"Your mother has given us instructions to not let anyone out of the Li residence premises. I'm sorry Master Li. Your friends tried to leave earlier, but your mother stopped them. She has said something about a storm coming this way."
"But there is no cloud in sight! I don't understand!" Syaoran argued. What is my mother thinking?!
"I'm sorry, Master Li." the guard said in disappointment. Syaoran growled, before sighing and relaxing himself.
"That's alright." He turned the car around and parked it back in the garage.
"That means Eriol and Tomoyo are still here? Where can they be?" Sakura asked, a little disappointed about not getting to go out. Syaoran turned off the car and looked at her.
"Probably went back to sleep again, since they had a long night last night. We practically forced them to stay longer here in this house, before letting them actually go back to Eriol's place. I'm sorry Sakura. I promise to show you another time." Syaoran apologized. He bowed his head down.
"It's okay Syaoran! Anything is just as good, just as long as I spend the day with you." She smiled, putting one of her hands on top of his. He looked up, to stare into those deep emeralds. From then, he leaned in and gave her a kiss. Those lips, he hungered for, every time he saw her face. She happily welcomed the kiss, leaning in more. She couldn't get enough.
Syaoran leaned in wanting to place his hand on her shoulder, but ended up totally missing and his hand falling on his stick shift. Sakura felt his little fall and laughed while backing away.
"Don't you think a car is kind of a hard place to kiss?" Sakura questioned. "Very much agreed." He responded quickly before getting out of the car and suddenly opening her door. She was pulled out almost too quickly before meeting his lips and her arms lingering around his neck. She shut her door with her foot, while moving along with him.
Their lips never parted as they mad their way through the big house. Neither paying attention to their surroundings. Suddenly, before they knew it, they were on the couch. Syaoran never felt as desperate as he did then. He wanted her…now. Sakura felt the same. She just couldn't get enough of it. His kiss and touch gave her this feeling, little butterflies and she liked it. It made her forget everything. She knew would forever have that feeling whenever he touched her or felt his lips.
Before any clothes were stripped, the sound of someone clearing their throat interrupted. Their kiss immediately broke to look up, embarrassed, at Wei.
"You children can wait for your wedding night." He chuckled, while the lovers moved away from each other. "I'm sorry, but Master Xiao Lang, I suggest you start training. Xie Ling is getting stronger by the day." Syaoran froze.
"That's right." He became very serious. He stood up, Sakura moving with him. "I'll go change." He was about to head up the stairs before his angel's voice stopped him.
"Can I watch?" He smiled. "Of course, I'll be back." Sakura smiled as well and sat up straight. She felt a little awkward after having Wei catch like that.
"He really loves you. I've never seen him like that before and his magic is stronger. Only because of the love he's feeling. There's more passion in his life and what makes him even stronger, is him finding his soul mate. He'll win because of you." Sakura took it in. Why was Wei telling her? She brushed that away, because that didn't matter. She felt her heart warm up to his words though. It was silent just for a moment before Sakura's curious mind interrupted.
"Wei-san," she switched dialects. "Is Syaoran-kun and Wa-san fighting until death?" Wei's brows creased and his eyes hardened.
"It is until death or the opponent is physically impaired and not able to continue fighting." Sakura let out a sad sigh.
"Don't worry, Sakura-san. Xiao Lang always gets what he wants. And Xiao Lang is one of the strongest in the clan. He'll be prepared." Sakura smiled at Wei. Then, they turned towards the stairs to see Syaoran prancing down. He was holding that black orb that he once showed her. He looked extremely good wearing a black sleeveless top, and very loose black pants. Sakura couldn't help but to think he looked so dangerous. But it was amazingly attractive. (A/N: I would think so as well. xD)
"I'm ready." He said. Wei moved along ahead of him, while Sakura got up and made her way to Syaoran. He took her hand with his free one and smiled down at her. They followed Wei, keeping up with him as fast as they could.
Once they reached outside, they were at the back of the house where Syaoran usually trained. It had walls surrounding that certain area. All they need was there. At least 5 spar rings and lots of open space. There were a few kids out there including Meilin's sons. There was one really big spar ring, in the middle of the other four. Sakura assumed that there is where their battle would happen, before Syaoran told her that they had a big auditorium for major battles.
Xie Ling suddenly came out, holding on to the towel that was hanging around his neck. He was smirking before he turned and saw Syaoran and Sakura. Sei came floundering behind dressed in fighting wear.
"Sei can fight?" Sakura asked immediately, feeling jealous and scared.
"All Li's are trained to fight. Don't worry, Sakura. It's not such a big deal." Sakura frowned and then felt so weak.
"Syaoran-kun…teach me to fight one day." Syaoran smiled at his fiancé sensing competition.
"Sakura, she's been fighting all her life." She sighed. "But I'll still teach after I finish training and all of this is over, okay?" Sakura smiled. "Ill like that."
"Okay let's get started." Syaoran started to stretch along with Wei, while Sakura sat along the side, Indian style. At first they did a series of flips and jumps to get active. They then moved on to hand to hand combat. While Wei and Syaoran were sparring, she got up to change clothes and get them some water. She was feeling uncomfortable since she was dressed to go out.
She came back out wearing a white tang top and loose black windbreakers. She was holding 3 water bottles along with a few small towels, like Xie Ling's. She looked over to Xie Ling to find him and his wife in battle positions. She quickly looked away from them and turned her attention to Syaoran, who right at that moment was throwing punch after to punch at Wei, who was blocking them with a little difficulty. She put the things down in the spot where she was sitting, before moving to an open area next to them. She started stretching, remembering how good it felt, since she hasn't done so in a long time.
She was a former cheerleader in high school and was in the mood to do a few flips. Plus, she was pretty bored and feeling quite active. After a little stretching, she flipped over to have her standing on her hands. She stood on her hands for quite awhile before falling into a back handspring and jumping right into a few front handsprings before pushing herself off her hands and flipping, and then she landed easily on her feet, her hands holding her balance at the sides of her. She smiled as she stood straight. She still had it.
She amused herself by trying the many tumbles she had learned back then. She was quite proud of herself knowing she can still do them successfully. She was on her last cartwheel before landing in split after that line of tumbles. She was surprised when she felt strong arms pick her up. She turned around to face her smiling fiancé's face.
"You're very flexible." He said, looking at her seductively. He wrapped his arms around her, while she laughed.
"I was a gymnast and captain of the cheerleading squad in high school." "Hmm, that's very sex-" -ehem- They split apart, blushing once again.
"Let's go…" Wei was holding two swords. Syaoran moved away from Sakura, moving more towards Wei. Wei tossed one of the words to Syaoran and Syaoran caught it with ease. Sakura moved back and stood at her old spot to watch. She's never seen Syaoran sword fight before and she was really excited about it.
::*::
Tomoyo rubbed her eyes, using her other hand to push her up. She had just awakened from a morning nap. When she pushed herself up, she heard a small grunt from the flattened base under her hand. She quickly turned towards the grunt to find her gentleman. She smiled. There wasn't time where she had looked at Eriol and not smile. It was a great feeling and it had taken complete control of her.
She silently thanked that Dating Service Eriol and Syaoran worked at. She thanked, although feeling bad about it, Akihiro, or else this whole thing wouldn't have happened and she wouldn't have met Eriol. How heart wrenching it sounded to be without Eriol.
She pulled her attention back to Eriol to see him still laying there, his eyes closed. She gave him a slight push, "Eriol, come on, it's late now, we need to get up."
He didn't move, he lied there as if nothing was bothering him. Tomoyo growled. She knew he was doing this on purpose. (A/N: So, she does growl…o.o;;)
Eriol stifled a laugh, and kept perfectly still. He loved teasing her, knowing her temper was on a thin string. She acted really funny when she was angry. (A/N...if you remember from previous chapters, Tomoyo's temper is OOC.)
"Eriol, don't play now! It's already 11:30! Get up! No time to play!" her voice rose above her normal sweet tone. She tried pulling him up, but his weight pulled him back down. He was too heavy for her strength to hold. She sighed and her shoulders slumped.
"What would wake you up?" she asked, admitting defeat. A quick smirk flashed on Eriol's face before coming to his original sleeping mask.
"A good morning kiss." He said, his eyes still closed as if he were still sleeping. Tomoyo almost laughed, but she held a wide smile.
"You're so evil." She said before closing her mouth onto his. After a second or two, she pulled away, waiting for him to get up. But instead he remained in the same place, this time with a smile on his face.
"Eriol! Come on! I gave you your good morning kiss, get up now!" She was becoming frustrated over such a little thing. She tapped into her patience, something could be happening with Sakura and Syaoran and she was missing it. She's missed a lot, when it came to Eriol. However Eriol was a really good replacement for her time.
"Eriol…"
"One more." He mumbled. She laughed at his request before slapping him playfully on the chest and getting off of the bed. He finally got up, with a laugh, showing his dark blue eyes. He reached to the side of him for his glasses, to feel they weren't there. Before he knew it, Tomoyo was in front of him putting on his glasses for him. He smiled, when she came to his view perfectly. He wrapped his arms around her waist and pulled his forehead to hers.
"Why thank you!" he grinned, as he stared into her amethyst eyes. She put her hands around his neck and matched his grin.
"I wanted to be the first thing you see in the morning." She explained.
"I wouldn't mind that for the rest of my life." He replied, then giving her a deep kiss. She pulled into the kiss, her hands resting on his shoulders. Both pulled away, not ready part.
"As I would love to continue this, we need to get out of this room." Tomoyo said as she headed for the bathroom.
"But I want to sleep more. After waking up so early to leave, then not being able to go, that's a drag. I want to sleep more. I intended on doing that at our room in the hotel." Eriol complained.
"Yes, whatever my dear!" Tomoyo yelled from the bathroom. Eriol mumbled curse words to himself, while dragging himself off of the bed. He tumbled a bit, regaining his knowledge on balance.
"I wonder what Little Wolf is doing at this moment…"
::*::
"I AM GOING TO KILL YOU!" Syaoran yelled as he pulled Sakura behind him. Sakura, frightened from Syaoran's anger, clung on to his arm with all her life. Syaoran pulled forward, ready to attack. His sword was clutched in a grip at his right hand.
"I NEVER WANT TO SEE YOU ANYWHERE NEAR SAKURA EVER AGAIN!" he continued. Xie Ling smirked, he stood his place. He didn't even twitch at Syaoran's yells.
"I will have Sakura, you'll see. She'll be mine." Xie Ling commented, in a normal tone. Syaoran, irritated by his annoying tone, took one more step near him. Sakura pulled on his arm to hold him back.
"I will never be yours!" Sakura defended Syaoran's side. She felt so disgusted. He had touched her. He TOUCHED her.
Flashback
Sakura was standing along the sidelines of the ring, watching in interest as Syaoran sparred with Wei. She felt worried, but no doubt excited and had full confidence in Syaoran. While she was watching, she saw something in the corner of her eye. She turned her head fully to see what it was, but it was nothing exciting. It was just Xie Ling and Sei going back into the house or should I say mansion.
Xie Ling smiled at her, looking her up and down. She looked away in disgust and crossed her arms. She turned her attention back to Syaoran, who was at the moment struggling with Wei with a strength war. Syaoran pulled back and quickly flew back right at him. He attacked swiftly and gracefully as if it were nothing. Sakura had easily forgotten about Xie Ling and extolled Syaoran greatly in her mind. He really was God-like. He was powerful, amazingly good looking (A/N: which we all know is an understatement.), sweet, smart, honest, strong, respectful, graceful, the list can continue. She found herself to be really lucky to actually have him kneel before for, as if she was a goddess.
Her body froze, to feel of breathing down her neck. Before she knew it, a hand covered her mouth, stopping her from screaming. She could feel the other person's body against her back, their other arm snaked around her waist. He pulled back into the shadows, in the neglected area she was doing her tumbling.
"So sweet, Cherry Blossom. How did a little wolf get such a precious blossom?" the whisper in her ear, made her panic in disgust. It was Xie Ling. Her body started shaking, as she tried to struggle out of his hold. But he held on too tight.
"What's wrong, sweetie? Why are you shaking? Don't be scared of me. I'll take care of you Sakura. Remember those good times in Japan? Remember? It was all until my stupid cousin had to go and ruin it. I would've had you. From the moment I saw you, I knew that I had to have you. And it was perfect, knowing that my dear cousin was falling for you. That was the plan, find the girl Syaoran loves and take her away from him. That'd break him down, and be in no position to be the clan leader. Yes, and since that lovely rule was made…everything was going my way. Sei had agreed to marry me, beautiful isn't she?"
Tears burned Sakura's eyes and she struggled with Xie Ling. 'Syaoran…help me' She cried deep in her mind. Syaoran, on the other hand, was stuck in the heat of battle. Like said before, he blocks everything out when it comes to his fighting.
"Oh but, she isn't as beautiful as you, Sakura. I don't love Sei. I fell in love with you, Cherry Blossom. Leave Xiao Lang, he isn't as great as you think. I'll love you even more than he loves you." His hand moved a little more down to her thighs. She shivered against his touch. It made her feel so dirty.
Syaoran--- please help me. The tears kept burning her eyes, but she refused to let them go. Syaoran!
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Syaoran!
"Huh?" Syaoran suddenly froze to the feeling that someone was calling him. Unfocused, he was pushed by the force Wei put on him and fell to the ground hard. Once he fell, he looked to the side to see Sakura wasn't in the same spot he had last saw her.
"Xiao Lang, what's wrong? You put your guard down!" Wei was surprised by that. Syaoran had blocked every single one of his attacks.
"SAKURA!" Syaoran yelled. He had spotted her further back then her spot, being held by someone. But he saw it wasn't just someone, it was Xie Ling. He was up in a flash and right before Xie Ling and Sakura before they knew it.
As he closed in on them, he saw Sakura was shaking and couldn't get out of his grip. Angered completely, he threw a punch right in the middle of Xie Ling's nose, having him fly back, and loosen his grip on Sakura. He quickly grabbed Sakura and pulled her behind him.
"I AM GOING TO KILL YOU!"
End of Flashback
Xie Ling smirked once more. He had made Syaoran angry and he was enjoying it. He wanted to spar with Syaoran and this would start him up. Plus, getting to hold Sakura was a bonus, he really did long for her. It was great to get to hold her for those few minutes.
"Wipe that smirk off of your face! I should kill you now, for touching her! I WILL kill you now for touching her."
"Tsk tsk, Xiao Lang. Don't let your anger slip away with you, cousin. Why don't we just calmly agree on a battle? A little spar before the big games start. Hmm?"
"We are not fighting over anything, Cousin. Sakura is not a trophy to win from a game." Syaoran gritted his teeth. Sakura was not going to be talked about like that in any way. He wasn't going to take that from anyone.
"Oh no, no dear cousin. I'm not only looking to win Sakura, but I would surely win your pride. I'll crush it with my bare hands." His smirk was removed and now replaced with a serious glare. Syaoran chuckled sarcastically.
"Now that's where you're wrong. Sakura is my pride. I stand tall because she is standing right next to me. Before, maybe you would of supposedly crush my pride, when there was really no existence of it, until she came into my life. I would not let you anywhere near her. I will destroy you before you ever touch her again! Count on it, Xie Ling."
"Ha! Shut up and fight me. I'll prove to you, Sakura, Xiao Lang is a worthless bastard." Sakura growled. No one spoke of Syaoran that way. Not when she is around. She came from behind Syaoran and pointed her finger right at Xie Ling.
"No, you know what Xie Ling, Syaoran hasn't done a thing to be called a worthless bastard. Are you jealous, Xie Ling? Are you angered by the fact that Syaoran can wrap his arms around me and kiss me anywhere he wants?" While she was speaking, she made Syaoran drop his sword and have his arms wrap around her. He smiled at her evil ways and went along with her scheme. He kissed her neck, making her shiver with pleasure.
Xie Ling's jealousy raged. What was going on with him? Why did it make him sick to see them close and being affectionate towards each other? He wanted Sakura so bad. And yet she yearns to be in the arms of his cousin. He officially hated Syaoran.
"You and me, we fight NOW!" Xie Ling pointed at Syaoran, ruining the moment. He started walking over to Sakura and Syaoran, ready to bring Syaoran down. Syaoran moved Sakura away, although she struggled to hold on. Once Sakura was far enough, the two cousins were then staring each other down.
"I like Sakura, Xiao Lang. She'll make good children." Xie Ling started off. That did it. Syaoran roughly pushed him back away from him and then stood in a fighting stance. Xie Ling caught his balance and quickly moved into a stance as well.
"I can't wait 'til I have Sakura in my bed." Xie Ling taunted him. Syaoran's eyes flared, the anger boiling his blood.
"Fuck you." He spit, growling at Xie Ling. (A/N: harsh, ne? =X)
"That's exactly my thoughts to Sakura." That blew it. Syaoran was at his neck, giving him a nasty punch right smack into the jaw. Xie Ling stumbled back, before reacting and attacking Syaoran. Then they were at it. Sending punches and kicks, blocking and dodging, attack after each attack.
Sakura panicked, watching them fiercely fight. Wei was behind her, shocked of what had just happened and what was happening.
"What's going on?"
Sakura and Wei turned to the voice and saw Tomoyo and Eriol walking out near them. Eriol quickly rushed over to watch Xie Ling and Syaoran fight.
"What happened?" Tomoyo asked as she neared to Sakura. Sakura quickly grabbed hold of Tomoyo, scared and worried for Syaoran.
With surprise, droplets of water started falling from the gray sky. The rain started to get worse, almost to the point of hail. Syaoran's mom was right about a storm. Sakura thought as the cold water drenched her white shirt. She grabbed a towel she had came out with before and held it against her chest.
"Syaoran!" Sakura yelled. BOOOOOOOOM! Thunder rumbled throughout the whole area, causing it to shake a bit. Flashes of lightning flew all over the place, and the rain was starting to sting. Xie Ling and Syaoran were still fighting off all the anger, not even acknowledging the rain. But it was getting really bad and they need to do something about it. They couldn't stay out there any longer.
"Eriol, do something!" Tomoyo pleaded, holding on to Sakura. Eriol took over, trying to make his way through the rain to the fighting Chinese men. (A/N: muahaha…funny joke about that between friends ^_^;!)
As he pulled through, he stumbled in the middle of the two, both reluctantly about to throw punches. Eriol stood shocked in-between the two awaiting hits.
"No Eriol!" Tomoyo screamed closing her eyes. Sakura gasped, almost slipping in the heavy rain.
Syaoran caught onto his senses first and stopped an inch away from Eriol's cheek. But Xie Ling, slow to realize things, threw the punch, knocking Eriol right on his other cheek. That caused Eriol to run into Syaoran, both of them tripping and falling on the hard, wet concrete.
"Fucking stop this shit!" Eriol yelled a hand over his now bruised cheek.
"It's storming crazy out here; we need to get inside NOW!" Eriol continued, getting up only to meet with Tomoyo. Sakura ran over to Syaoran, grabbing hold of his arm, pulling him towards the house. They were right, the rain was getting pretty tough. Syaoran was too caught up in anger to notice. He allowed himself to be dragged into the house with Sakura, trying to release his anger.
Xie Ling stood in the rain, while everyone left him. "That damn coward." He mumbled to himself. He was breathing hard and the cold rain wasn't helping. He didn't bother to move, too angry to even think about anything else.
"I will have Sakura, she'll be mine." He said to no one.
"XIE LING! GET YOUR ASS IN HERE NOW!" He turned to the voice to find Sei there standing by the door with a towel. She was waving him down like crazy, rushing him to get out of them rain.
"COME ON! I don't want to sleep next to a sick man!" Xie Ling smiled. Sei certainly had a different way to show her affection. He jogged his way to Sei, to only be embraced by a big warm towel. He couldn't help but to feel happy knowing Sei was actually watching out for him. This was the part of him that wanted to be with Sei and that's why he married her. Now he was confused. He felt something for Sakura and he wanted her badly. But Sei…senses before he met Sakura were coming back.
Argh, what the hell is wrong with me?! He thought to himself. He looked down at Sei to see her scowl.
"Come on, we don't have all day." She said stubbornly. Xie Ling didn't say anything, but he took her hand in his. She looked up surprised at his action. Her eyes showed confusion, but his showed…love?
I don't know what the hell is wrong with me, but I want two people at the same time. One is with my rival and one I already have. I seriously have a problem…do I love Sei as well? Xie Ling decided to erase the though, he was already angry thinking about Sakura and Syaoran. He felt content right now, being with Sei. He didn't understand, but he went along with it.
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Everyone was now in the living room, all those who were wet and who were already dry. The ones who got rained on were now in fresh new clothes. Xie Ling and Sei stayed a long distance away from Syaoran and Sakura. Yelan had heard about the dilemma and immediately demanded to know what happened.
She had come down from her room to meet up with 7 wet people, one of them which holding a bag of ice next to his cheek. She told them to dry off and get into some new clothes, then meet her down in the living. She was going to talk to everyone and tell them why they weren't to leave their area.
"Firstly, I want to know what happened outside and why Eriol has a bruised cheek." She glanced at the two rival cousins.
"Ask that bastard, he started it." Syaoran rudely replied, nodding his head in Xie Ling's direction. Sei looked up at Xie Ling. He had told her about the fight, but didn't say he started it.
"Don't start blaming your shit on me, Xiao Lang!" Xie Ling argued back, defending his spot.
"WHAT?!"
BOOOOOOOMMMM!!!!
Suddenly, quick flashes of lighting lit up the darkened sky. The storm was getting pretty bad.
"Do you understand why I didn't allow any of you to leave? I did not want you to be stuck in such a disaster. She looked around the room, seeing all the heads bob up and down. All except Eriol, at least.
"Now…"
Suddenly the floor shook followed by a loud, frightening crash. Everyone in the house jumped to the scary sound.
Then the lights went out.
"HOOOOOOEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!"
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hmmmmm, you like? If you do then please please please review! =D lol I think I plan on making the next chapter a scary one, maybe for Halloween? If I can try! But it'll be fun, so it'll be easier to write! =) lol I'm sorry that I held out for soo long! I hope you enjoyed though!
REVIEW, onegai?!
-LiLDraGoNGuRL28…aka May
