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Two weeks after, Tomoyo decided to visit Sakura in her café. They did some catching up on each other's lives when suddenly Tomoyo went ahead to ask her, "Hey Sakura, I thought you were going back to London a week after the grand opening? It's not that I don't like you to stay but you're not usually the person who changes her plans all of a sudden." Sakura was shocked at her best friend's inquiry, but she managed to answer her coolly. "I don't know I just want to stay...for him". "For Syaoran? Sakura, you know he likes Aiko, why are you risking your heart for him?", Tomoyo said concernedly. "I just want to give it a try. As they say it's better to have love and get hurt than to have not love at all...I know I don't have a chance, but hey it still doesn't mean that I can't try."
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A/N: Hey guys!!! I'm back! I'm so happy with your reviews! I'm so sorry if it took me a long while to update. School is way too stressful and I'm just in a bad mood lately...
FAQ:
1. Did Sakura just come back from London? Yes, in fact she lives there with her family. But you'll find out soon that her ever- so- loving brother will visit her in Tokyo soon.
2. How come there isn't a lot of Eriol and Tomoyo scenes? Well this story already involves a love triangle so it just be complicated if we will give E&T 's relationship too much attention... Not to mention the story will be so long. But since this plot could cover one single story, I'm breaking it down to two, meaning it will have a sequel! And I swear to all you Eriol and Tomoyo fans out there... I will make it up to you.
3. How long will this story be... I'll try my best to make it brief yet elaborate at the same time.. I don't want to discourage any of you with the number of chappies I'm planning to have so we'll just see...
There! So on with the Story!!!!!
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Disclaimer...I don't own CCS
"It's your choice Sakura, but if you already know that you'll be in so much pain, please do me a favour and try your best to avoid it." Tomoyo said concernedly. "I'll be okay Tomoyo. I promise." Sakura said trying to convince her best friend.
While Sakura grew closer to Syaoran, Aiko also became on of her friends. After school, Aiko would make it a habit to chill at Sakura's café with her friends. Aiko was also very pleased that Sakura and Syaoran were friends, because at least Syaoran had become less protective of her (thanks to Sakura's advice), allowing Aiko to be more independent. Another reason why Aiko loved Sakura is that she picks out the best gifts for her. Whenever Syaoran wants to give Aiko a present, he would ask Sakura to pick it out for her. Thus, he never fails to please Aiko with gifts.
Today though, Aiko decided to go to the Fusion Café (Sakura's café) alone. Unlike any other day, Aiko looked vexed and sad. Sakura decided to talk to her. "Is something the matter?", Sakura said concerned. Aiko decided to confide with Sakura this time, but she can't help it. Somehow she just had to let it off her chest, so she decided to spill it. "It's just that... Oh Sakura! It's so hard to tell you this, knowing you're close to Syaoran and all..." Aiko said while playing with her fingers. "If you think that I tell everything we've talked about to Syaoran, don't worry. I know my limitations, so you can trust me." Sakura said cutting what Aiko had to say.
Finally, Aiko was convinced of Sakura's credibility. She summoned all the strength she had inside and didn't missed out on anything. "It's just that..."she finally blurted out, stopping immediately just to find the right words to explain everything. "I know that Syaoran likes me... not only as a sister (A/N: remember...Aiko is adopted) but even more. I tried my best to like him back... I mean to develop certain emotions for him, but I just couldn't dictate my heart to do that. And then, I met a wonderful guy at school his name is Sakamoto Daisuke. Oh Sakura he is so amazing. I think I'm in love with Daisuke. But I don't know what to do." Sakura felt somewhat relieved because at least her chances of winning Syaoran's heart is bigger now that she learned that the girl that he was so mad about didn't see him the way he sees her.. At the same time, upon realizing how this news will affect Syaoran, she felt a pang of pain, knowing Syaoran would be so affected by this. "I see..." was the only statement that came out of Sakura's mouth. Moments later she said. "Have you told this to Syaoran?" "No", Aiko said after she took a sip of her drink. "I decided not to tell him just yet, because I have no idea how he would react. Please Sakura don't tell any of this to him. Let me be the one to tell him. Ok?" "Sure, after all, it is not my responsibility to let him know." Sakura replied.
They continued to converse for the next 20 minutes until a boy, about Aiko's age walked into the entrance way. He caught Aiko's sight and waved to her. He's wearing an orange shirt with a pair of dark denims and a pair of skate shoes. He walked towards Sakura and Aiko's table. Aiko stood up before he could get there and took his hand in hers, and finally said to Sakura, "Sakura, this is Sakamoto Daisuke, my boyfriend. Daisuke, this is Sakura, she's my brother's friend and the owner of this café." "Nice to meet you, Daisuke." Sakura said while she shook his hand. 'You don't know what you've gotten yourself into Daisuke' , she thought. "I've heard so many things about you. "Sakura continued. "Tell you what, you can order what you like today and it's on the house. Okay, I'll be in the back if you need me. I'll see you soon Aiko, Daisuke." she said as she bowed to the both of them. "Thanks Sakura..." Aiko said. "It was nice meeting you." Daisuke followed. And with that Sakura headed to her office in the back.
Three weeks after the conversation with Aiko, Sakura found herself at the same table with Syaoran this time. He doesn't have the stern look on his face today, instead he couldn't stop smiling as if something was tickling him. Sakura was sipping her favourite frappucino when Syaoran break the news. "Hey you know that Aiko's high school graduation will be next week right?" "Yes" Sakura said. Just as before Syaoran continued, Sakura cut him off and said, "And I know you want me to pick the perfect present for her. Don't sweat Li Syaoran, I'll do it as soon as possible." Sakura said without displaying any expression on her face. "Gee thanks Sakura but that's not all...I want to invite you too. "Syaoran replied. Sakura almost choked when she heard Syaoran's last words. 'You're inviting me? Li Syaoran is inviting lowly Kinomoto Sakura?' Sakura thought, when she finally came to her senses, she casually said. "Sure, just give me the 411 and I'll be there." "June 30th,7 ish, don't worry about the venue, because I'll have my chauffeur pick you up. And Tomoyo and Eriol can come along too. Oh yeah, It's a simple gathering so a semi-formal attire would do just fine." Sakura didn't say anything but she nodded and Syaoran took that as her sign of affirmation. Silence took place between them until Syaoran finally said something. "Ey, you know why I came here today?" he said. "To have some of our delicious coffee and a couple of biscotti" Sakura continued then she smirked at her own answer. "No" Syaoran said. "I need a girl's advice on what I am about to do on Aiko's graduation party." "What? You're gonna propose to her there?" Sakura said with a hint of sarcasm. She was shocked that she didn't hear a roaring laugh from him. Which it only meant that it was true. Syaoran took out a box and opened it. Inside this black velvet box was the most exquisite engagement ring Sakura had laid her eyes on. The stone was an enormous pink diamond surrounded by smaller white ones. The whole thing was set on a platinum band. The whole thing was oh so stunning to Sakura's eyes. "So what do you think?", Syaoran said, "Will she like it? Will she say yes?" Sakura managed to unglue her eyes from the ring and said. "Don't you think its still early to propose? I mean she'll only be entering college, and college life is very unforgiving. She might not handle it." Syaoran realized her point but he also managed to defend his side. "Well, I just couldn't stand it much longer. I just want her to know that I'm always there for her, not only as an older brother but something more as well." Sakura recalled the talk she had with Aiko three weeks ago, concerning her new boyfriend. She knows that Aiko is so much in love with him. And Sakura couldn't help feel guilty that Syaoran knew nothing of it. "It's your choice, Syaoran. Do as what your heart tells you. "Sakura failed to have an eye-to-eye contact with him. Syaoran noticed Sakura's uneasiness and inquired about it. "Is something the matter Sakura? Is there something that I am not aware of?" "Oh it's nothing... Hey don't you have a meeting today? Run along now...Bye Syaoran." Sakura said stalling. I'll see you at the party Sakura and don't forget the present. "Syaoran left Sakura at the table, and headed to his new Lexus parked outside.
Sakura pondered on how lucky Aiko is. She yearned for that ring. But she didn't care about it's worth nor its appearance at all. But she longed that somehow she also be presented with a ring even if it's a crappier one just as long it has the same meaning attached to it; that Syaoran wants her to know that he's always there for her no matter what and he wanted a relationship that required being more than friends...
