Wow! Once again I thank you guys, melon-heart, sHiPpO9113, and sakura11 for reviewing my fic.
As for that fortune telling stuff... I just made that up as well as that incantation. I prefer it short so as not to give away too much hint regarding the story and also because I'm not really good with poetry and stuff. Hehe =P
Clow cards? As I have mentioned in my previous chapter, I'm not sure if I'll be including much about them but perhaps a little in some random scenes.
I apologize if last chapter was still short because I want to update real soon so as not to keep you waiting. And I don't think it would seem really nice if I add this chapter to the previous one... 'coz that would spoil the fun. Hehe =P
Once again... I do not own Card Captor Sakura, though I wish I did. But I would gladly take it if they'll give it to me... my birthday is kinda' near y'know...lol =P
[Current POV]
Recollections
"Dialogues"
'thoughts'
(My Comments)
-Setting-
Action
Anyway let's get down to business shall we? =P
Preview of last chapter:
She then picked 3 cards and placed them side by side.
Slowly she opened the first card, followed by the second then the third.
She was baffled at what she saw. Then slowly the meaning struck her.
Glowing before her were the Love card in the middle flanked by the Storm card on the left and the Hope card on the right.
The words came flooding through her...
"After the storm in your heart, there is hope..."
"After the storm in your heart, there is hope..."
"After the storm in your heart, there is hope..."
Believe Me When I Say I Love You
Chapter 2: Shopping For Your Heart
"After the storm in your heart, there is hope..."
"Hmmm... what does that mean?"
Sakura said staring with wide eyes over the Sakura cards in front of her.
After almost an eternity she let out an exasperated breath. 'Oh mahn! I just don't understand this!' She stood up carefully gathering the three cards. Placing them back inside the book then leaving it atop the bookshelf making sure that it is well hidden if ever someone comes over to inspect her bookshelf.
'Perhaps I should wake Kero-chan and ask him...Nah! That would make him really furious'. She quickly dismissed the though. Heading straight to her bed she thought about calling Tomoyo-chan, but once again dismissed it thinking it is quite late already. She went down on her bed then said "I'll just ask them about it tomorrow..." Closed her eyes then went on a peaceful slumber.
-Kinomoto Residence, Next Day-
"Hoeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!" A loud scream can be heard at the second floor of the Kinomoto Residence. Followed by several running and stomping.
"Oh no!!! I overslept again! I only have 15 minutes left to eat and prepare!" Exclaimed Sakura while hurriedly undressed then changed to her uniform while brushing her hair all at the same time. (Yeah! She's doing them at the same time. Ain't she an expert on these things? She's been like this since elementary! Lol)
"Late again Sakura?" A yellow creature with lil' wings behind his back peeked from her drawer and flew straight to Sakura's dresser. "Geez I though becoming a Clow mistress might change you but it seems you'll really never change". Commented Kero while rubbing her tummy hoping that Sakura would give him his breakfast soon.
"Shut up Kero!" Sakura annoyingly replied then suddenly she remembered about last night's fortune telling.
"Oh yeah Kero-chan! Please make sure your home when I return this afternoon. There's something really important I need to discuss with you." She grabbed her hat and her backpack then headed to the door. "Oh and please don't leave your mess on my drawer 'coz I really hate cleaning up!" She yelled then slammed the door shut.
"Oh well... there goes my breakfast." Kero said sounding disappointed that Sakura forgot to grab him something to eat.
He then smirked as an idea popped over his head... 'Well I just have to find my own breakfast ne Sakura-chan...' He thought while giving a sinister laugh.
"Whahahaha..."
Meanwhile downstairs you can smell the scrumptious meal as Kinomoto Fujitaka prepares breakfast and packs Sakura's lunch.
"Ohayou kaiju!" Touya greeted while reading a newspaper with the word "Classified adds" written in big bold letters in the cover. (Now that Touya has graduated in college, he has more time for different kinds of jobs =P)
"Sakura is not kaiju!" She stomped and kicked his brother on the knee.
"Whatever!" Touya smiled with a smirk over his face.
"Feeling lively as ever ne Sakura-chan."
"Ohayou!" Greeted Fujitaka.
Sakura turned to her dad and greeted him with a smile. "Ohayou dad!"
She sat on the table, grabbed her toasts then savored the freshness of the morning when Touya spoke "Hey Kaiju is being late legal now in Tomoeda High School?" He smirked as his face rose from the newspaper he was reading.
"Hoeeeee!!!!" Sakura stood up swallowed her toasts, grabbed her hot chocolate and in one swift motion gulped and emptied the mug.
Then she quickly dashed towards the kitchen, grabbed her bag and packed lunch, kissed her dad on the cheek.
"Wow, your monster skills are finally appearing." Touya joked but then Sakura slammed her bag into his face, cutting him off as she quickly dashed towards the door to put on her roller skates.
She yelled "Bye dad" before a loud bang was heard as she slammed the door shut.
She was lucky that Mr. Terada is currently on a meeting so their first period turned out to be an independent study or she would have been really embarrassed for being late again for the hundredth time.
Gasping for breath she slowly sat beside her best friend, Tomoyo, who was smiling at her. "Ohayou Sakura-chan" an amethyst eyed girl greeted her.
"Ohayou Tomoyo-chan" she replied as she carefully placed her bag behind her chair.
She turned around to greet Syaoran but she saw that he was fast asleep.
She turned to Tomoyo voicing the question in her mind "Ei Tomoyo-chan, what happened to Syaoran-kun? He looks so tired." Tomoyo looked at her with a naughty smile on her face. "I don't know Sakura-chan; perhaps you should ask Hiiragizawa-kun".
Sakura smirked as she poked Syaoran on the ribs making him shout "Gomen-nasai sensei! I was really tired and my eyes just suddenly closed without me noticing them!" He stuttered then blinked before he realized that Terada-sensei was not there and it was just Sakura playing a trick on him.
"What the hell did you do that for?" Syaoran screamed at her face followed by an ugly scowl and numerous curses and mumblings.
"Damn I was having such a nice dream and you just ruined it you dumb-ass!" He was really furious now.
"Geez! What's with you today? Did your sense of humor hibernated or something? Can't you even take a joke?" Countered Sakura as she quickly took her seat kicking the chair in front of her.
[Syaoran POV]
'Geez what's wrong with her. She woke me up then ruined my dreams then screamed at me! Does she have her period or something? She gets more and more annoying everyday.'
'Ow Meilin-chan... that was such a nice dream. Perfect timing to wake me up, just when she was just about to answer me!'
I sighed as I saw Sakura-chan and Daidouji-san stepping out of the room. My curiosity got ahead of me so I decided to follow them. They went towards the garden behind and sat beside the fountain. 'Sakura-chan... something seems to be bothering her'. I can see numerous emotions behind her pretty emerald eyes. 'I hate to admit it but her eyes are really pretty y'know'. I hid myself behind a tree hoping to grab something of what they're talking about. Sakura seem pretty serious then suddenly Daidouji-san giggled and Sakura-chan turned red. Hearing nothing I decided to return to the room to once again go back to my dreamy nap hoping to hear what Meilin-chan was about to say to me in my dreams.
[End of Syaoran POV]
[Sakura POV]
I was really feeling happy as I saw Syaoran-kun's sleeping face. He looks so happy and peaceful so I decided to make fun of him.
But I never expected him to be that furious at me. It was just a silly joke! What's wrong with him anyway? Then he started cursing me saying something about dreams and Meilin-chan. My heart sank as I heard him said that. I knew he has feelings for Meilin-chan but still I was really hurt. To hide the pain in my chest I screamed back at him. Then kicked that poor chair in front of me. I admit that what I did was wrong but he didn't have to scream at me and embarrass me from the whole class.
So I sat back on my chair. Forced a smile on my face then looked at Tomoyo-chan. She smiled at me as she saw the hidden pain behind my smile and asked me if I would like to walk with her to the garden. I agreed to come with her since Terada-sensei won't be coming to class and we still have 45 more minutes study time though I'm not really in the mood to study after what took place a couple of minutes ago.
I nodded at Tomoyo as she gently pulled my hand. She was so nice and gentle that as we were walking all the pain in my heart slowly disappeared.
We went towards the garden behind our school. My heart sang as I saw all the pretty flowers on the wide span of flower beds. Petunias, roses, sunflowers, peonies, ivies and a lot more flowers. You can smell the freshness of the morning and the mild chill in the air. It was a sight to behold with the sun rising a bit higher towards the east gently illuminating the trees and flowers. With birds chirping everywhere and flying freely towards the sky.
I saw Tomoyo-chan staring at me as she sat beside the fountain. She has a wide smile in her face and her eyes are sparkling. I can tell that she was wishing that she had her camera with her so that she could record this scenario. She likes to record these kinds of scenes saying it was one of my precious moments.
I walked and sat beside her. I waved my hand to snap her back to reality. She blushed as she noticed me sitting beside her.
[End of Sakura POV]
[Normal POV]
"Ne Tomoyo-chan, what did you want to talk about with me"? Sakura asked as she carefully smoothed her skirt.
"Oh nothing in particular, I just noticed that you looked sad so I kinda' wanted to cheer you up." Tomoyo sweetly answered.
"Oh that's so sweet of you but you really didn't have to worry. I just had a bad morning and Kero-chan didn't wake me up in time." Sakura replied as she remembered about the question she's been meaning to ask her best friend. She can't talk about that with Syaoran 'coz she's sure he'll just say it's just a silly little thing and there's really no need to worry about it. Plus he'll just tease her and make fun of her.
"By the way Tomoyo-chan, I just remembered!"
"Last night I tried reading my fortune using the Sakura cards." Sakura told her the story including every detail, she even re-enacted everything beginning from the incantation up to the arrangement of the cards.
"After the storm in you heart, there is hope..." She repeated hoping that Tomoyo might understand what the cards are trying to say.
"But are you sure that's really what the cards are saying?" Tomoyo replied after hearing the story.
"Of course I am! I heard a voice inside my head saying them to me. So it's definitely correct." declared Sakura.
"Hmm... I wonder what that means..." pondered Tomoyo.
"Do you think it has something to do with Yukito-kun finally coming back?" Sakura asked with her eyes closed as if visualizing something.
"You know that I like him ever since I saw him but he rejected and said that he only likes me as a sister. And now he's coming back!"
"Doesn't that sound like what the cards say? That's definitely like a storm in my heart." Exclaimed Sakura her eyes shimmering in delight.
"And now that he's coming back... there's definitely hope that his feelings will change towards me." She said feeling proud of herself for giving a logical explanation.
"That is possible..." Tomoyo said with a hidden glint in her eyes.
"But it could also be related to your feelings towards Li-kun." She smirked as she saw Sakura's sudden change of reaction.
"No way! That'll never happen." Sakura scowled.
"Oh sure that's possible." Tomoyo responded as she stood up then raised her index finger.
She stood up in front of her as if trying to imitate a teacher explaining to a kindergarten student.
"You see Sakura-chan; it is possible that the 'storm' is referring to your current relationship with Li-kun."
"And 'hope' would mean that there is a chance that you two would be together someday."
Sakura was dumbfounded by what she heard. She has never really considered that possibility.
"Naaah... that would be impossible." Sakura said with a sad voice.
Tomoyo looked at her knowing how painful her best friend is feeling.
"There's no such thing as impossible Sakura-chan." She patted her on the shoulder.
"You see, Tomoyo-chan... Syaoran-kun is..." She bowed her head then said in a low voice "Syaoran-kun is in love with Meilin-chan ever since the first time he saw her..."
Tomoyo sat back and held her best friend's hand.
"Don't worry Sakura-chan, everything will be better. Tsukishiro-kun is coming back. You'll forget about Li-kun in no time." Tomoyo said with a gentle voice hoping to comfort Sakura's mourning heart.
Suddenly Sakura's head rose. She has an evil smile all over her face. "So did Hiiragizawa-kun confessed to you already?" Sakura teased.
"Eh! What made you think he likes me?" Tomoyo replied her face as red as a ripe tomato.
"Oh c'mon Tomoyo! I'm your best friend. I know you like him and he likes you too." Sakura smirked. She has seen how much Tomoyo blushes every time Hiiragizawa-kun smiles. And the special smile that he has been giving only her. (She's not so dense when it comes to other people's relationships... lol =P)
She giggled as she saw Tomoyo's expression, so she decided to tickle Tomoyo's side. She is very ticklish so they laughed and giggled until they heard the bell ringing.
Hearing this they both stood up and decided to start walking back to class, once again holding their hands together.
-Tomoeda High School, Lunch Break-
Typical scenario everywhere around Maki's Cafeteria. Freshly cooked meal hanging in the air as students line up as the picked their meal. A wide variety of food can be found ranging from Japanese cuisine such as Sushi and Tonkatsu to Chinese and Italian Cuisine. There is also the all-time favorite – burger and fries. Not to mention numerous varieties of cakes and pastries for dessert. But still some prefer home-made cooking.
Out on the corner of Maki's Cafeteria Sakura was happily chatting with her friends. A girl with long black hair tied in two buns hanging at the side of her head can be seen walking towards them. She has crimson eyes that sparkle whenever the rays of the sun passes through them. She's average in height with a fine body build, not too skinny and not chubby either. She walked gracefully her bottom swaying seductively. To the eye of most people she is perfect. She is nice, smart, and pretty & everything you would ask for a girl. She is after all the most desirable girl in their class. Most especially in the eyes of one particular chestnut haired boy, Syaoran Li. Yes, she is Li Meilin, the most popular girl and Syaoran's 'secret love'.
"Hi girls!" Meilin smiled eyeing everyone surrounding the table.
The girls all smiled at her but Sakura couldn't help herself from faking hers. She doesn't really hate Meilin, she's really nice but Sakura just can't dismiss the thought that Syaoran likes this girl.
"Oh by the way, I just want to invite you guys to my birthday party. I'll be celebrating it tomorrow evening so please come to my house. It's just a small party but you could bring your friends if you like." Meilin announced in an expectant tone. (Err... can somebody please tell me when is Meilin's birthday? I really have no idea Sweat)
Everyone agreed to come but Sakura seemed a bit reluctant though she decided to come in the end. After all it's just a birthday party and it's not as if something bad will happen to her if she comes.
After hearing their response Meilin left them and headed towards the guys table located at the other end of Maki's cafeteria.
Meilin waved her hands as she greeted the guys, once again inviting everyone for her birthday party. As she heard their agreements she bid them goodbye then headed towards the other tables.
After Meilin left Eriol turned to look at Syaoran who seemed to be in a daze or in deep thought of something. He elbowed him and whispered "Let's grab a gift for her later."
[Syaoran POV]
'Oh no! Meilin-chan's coming here! What should I do? I Know I'll smile, yes smile Syaoran. Give her a big warm smile. Err... wait may be not... I'll just look stupid.
I was really breathless when I saw her wave her hands and smiled at me. Well maybe not just at me... but at us. I was really amazed by her eyes. She was like a goddess! So pretty and gentle... I can stare at her forever. I was surprised I didn't notice she was speaking to me. She was asking me to come to her birthday party. And without a thought an answered her with a "yes I'll be there" and she quickly smiled in acknowledgement.
I heard everyone agreed to come then she bid as goodbye. My heart sank as I saw her leave. I was really hoping for a longer conversation with her. A chance to get to know her better and stuffs. Then a though struck me, what gift should I buy for her? I have no idea what she likes and what she hates. I really want to give her something worth remembering. Then suddenly Eriol elbowed me. As if he heard my problem he told me that we'll grab her a gift later. I wonder, does he have any idea for a good gift? Or perhaps I should ask Sakura-chan and Daidouji-chan to come with us later. But considering our quarrel this morning it might not be a good idea. We'll maybe Eriol does have an idea; after all he wouldn't be proposing this if he has none. Then the bell rang and everybody stood up.
[Normal POV]
-Maki's Toy Store-
"Ne Sakura-chan what do you plan on giving Meilin-chan?" Inquired Tomoyo.
"Hmmm... this lil' bunny looks cute. This should be fine?" Sakura answered as she headed towards the counter to pay for the stuffed bunny.
"How about you?" Sakura turned at Tomoyo.
"Well I plan on making her a dress; the two of you seem to have similar measurements so I think I can manage to make one for her." Tomoyo replied with her eyes shining as she visualizes what dress she'll be making. She's planning on making one for Sakura as well.
Meanwhile...
Two guys went inside a jewelry store with a huge silver sign stating "Silvers galore".
One has dark blue hair and wears spectacles while the other one is an amber eyed boy with a chestnut hair.
"Konnichiwa! What can I do for you?" The sales lady greeted them.
"We're looking for a present for a good friend." Eriol replied with a smile.
"She'll be celebrating her birthday and we were wondering if you could help us find one." Syaoran stated in a business-like tone.
The saleslady led them on a glass covered rack that displays several necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings.
"Hmmm... earrings might not be a good idea 'coz I don't know what type she likes. Rings either 'coz you don't know the size of her fingers... or you do?" Eriol turned to Syaoran who seemed to be intently looking at something.
"So did you like something sir?" The saleslady inquired.
"That one would be perfect!" Syaoran pointed on a lone silver necklace placed on a small blue jewelry box. "I think I'll take that one." Syaoran said as he grabbed his wallet behind his pants.
"Hmmm... not a bad choice Syaoran..." Eriol congratulated.
The saleslady took the silver necklace with a gleaming silver pendant. It was really pretty and expensive but Syaoran can afford it. Also he's willing to spend every cent he has just to please the girl she likes.
After he paid, the saleslady wrapped the blue jewelry box with a silver ribbon atop it. Then she attached a card and handed it to Syaoran.
"One problem though..." Eriol suddenly snapped at Syaoran.
"Are you planning on proposing to her?" He smirked as he eyed Syaoran.
Syaoran's eyes suddenly became filled with determination. But still he responded "Can I? I don't know..."
After this they headed home with Syaoran safely wrapping his hands on a small blue jewelry box. Inside was hidden a sparkling silver necklace adorned with a pendant in a shape of a Chinese character "ai" or in other words... "Love".
TBC...
Well that's it... hope you liked it... continue reading and please R & R
Oh btw, I might not be able to update soon because of the numerous projects waiting ahead of me. Deadlines for my school works is really approaching so I need to work on them... college life is just so demanding... oh well... cyah next chap!