Hey everyone, I am SO SORRY about two weeks without an update, but my
computer was utterly destroyed (reformatted). Luckily I was able to save
this fic, and hopefully I can pull up the remaining chapters of "The
Luckiest", but I lost the end chapter to "Rogue" and I will have to rewrite
it. But I promise I'll have it, the next chapter of "The Luckiest" and
another chapter for "The Benjamin Gate" ASAP. Anyway, I know you can't wait
to read, so I'll shut up.
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With You
Sakura played on the floor with baby Cadence, patting the two month olds' chubby feet together gently as she smiled down at her daughter. Cadence smiled, her green eyes gazing up at her mother as she made silly faces. Sakura tickled the baby very gently, making her coo in response. Syaoran walked into the room, putting his blazer on the couch.
"I'm home. How was your day?" Syaoran asked, plopping down beside Sakura, who smiled warmly.
"It was good. How was your day?" Sakura replied. Syaoran sighed and loosened his tie around his neck.
"Hectic. I'm just glad to be home." Syaoran stated. He caught sight of Cadence and made a goofy face, eliciting a soft squeal from the brown haired baby girl.
"Hey Cadence! Have you been playing with mommy all day?!" Syaoran greeted, picking the infant up off the floor and gently holding her in his arms. Sakura watched Syaoran interact with Cadence and sighed inwardly.
'Oh if only she were yours . . . ' Sakura wished. Syaoran held Cadence close enough to his face so she could reach out and grab his nose. He laughed and laid the baby back down, watching as she tried to roll over.
"She's been working on that all day. It's like she's determined to do it before bedtime!" Sakura mused, leaning back against the couch. Syaoran leaned back as well and watched Cadence as she tried once again to flip onto her stomach.
"Sounds like someone I know." Syaoran added, not looking at Sakura as he grinned.
"She has a lot of me in her, that's for sure." Sakura said, sighing lightly.
"Oh I meant she sounded a lot like-"Syaoran joked. Sakura cut him off with a pillow to the face. They began to fight for the pillow, the winner gaining the ability to pelt the other mercilessly. Cadence laughed, making them stop what they were doing to look down at her.
"SHE DID IT!" Syaoran cried, picking Cadence up and handing her to Sakura.
"I MISSED IT!" Sakura wailed. Cadence laughed again, making Syaoran and Sakura smile at each other.
"Her first little milestone, and I missed it." Sakura pouted. Syaoran rested his head against Sakura's and let Cadence grab a hold of his finger.
"There will be more, don't worry." Syaoran whispered. He had to admit, he was fascinated with Cadence. He had never really interacted with a baby beyond a little holding. Watching her grow a little more every day was just amazing to the twenty one year old. Every day she seemed to be doing something new and different.
"I know, but-"Sakura started. Syaoran shook his head, putting a finger to her lips gently. His amber eyes looked deep into Sakura's, and she felt everything around her melt completely as she gazed.
"Let's go out tonight." Syaoran suggested, keeping his eyes locked on Sakura's. Sakura looked at Syaoran for a moment, then backed away, breaking the moment.
"I . . . I don't know." Sakura stammered. Syaoran cocked his head to the side with confusion.
"Okay . . . we'll go out some other time." Syaoran offered. Sakura looked at the floor guiltily.
"She's just too little for me to just . . . . leave her!" Sakura blurted. Syaoran immediately knew what was on Sakura's mind, and he smiled slightly.
"I understand, Sakura. When you're ready to go out without the baby, we'll go." Syaoran stated, making Sakura smile. She looked at Syaoran's face, the truly understanding look on his handsome face. He wasn't going to pressure her, and Sakura loved that about him.
"Well, maybe Tomoyo and Eriol wouldn't mind watching her for a couple hours?" Sakura said quietly, her emerald eyes smiling.
"If they could, Auntie Tomoyo and Uncle Eriol would take her forever!" Syaoran joked.
"Hey! That's not true! We'd give her back . . . . eventually!" Tomoyo cried as she and Eriol walked into the living room, grocery bags in hand. Syaoran helped them bring the rest of the parcels into the kitchen as Sakura set Cadence in her swing.
"So you wouldn't mind watching her for a couple hours while Syaoran and I go out to dinner?" Sakura asked. Tomoyo's eyes lit up and she grinned.
"Of course!" Tomoyo cried, looking to Eriol, who was nodding. She pulled Sakura close and whispered into her ear.
"Anything to get you and Syaoran together! It's been three months, and you two haven't even kissed!" Tomoyo whispered, making Sakura blush heavily. Syaoran took notice and cocked an eyebrow.
"It's called 'taking baby steps' Tomoyo!" Sakura whispered back. Syaoran began to wonder what was being talked about, so he opened his mouth to reply.
"Don't ask, Syaoran! Unless you want to know all about periods and stuff like that!" Tomoyo cried. It was Syaoran's turn to blush this time, and he turned bright crimson as Eriol laughed.
"Get going, you two. We'll take care of Cadence while you're gone." Eriol said, continuing to snicker at Syaoran as he spoke. Syaoran grinned and grabbed his coat.
"Woah! I look terrible! Give me half an hour?" Sakura asked, giving Syaoran a taste of her emerald colored puppy dog eyes.
"Oh alright. I'll call ahead and make some reservations then." Syaoran replied. Sakura ran back to her room and quickly changed into some other clothes. She tied her nearly shoulder length hair in an elegant twist, some stray hairs framing her face gently. After putting on some light make up and perfume, Sakura glanced into the mirror quickly before walking back out to Syaoran.
Syaoran was holding Cadence as she drank her bottle when he caught sight of Sakura. She was wearing a burgundy skirt that stopped just above her knees, and a cream colored three quarter sleeved shirt. With her hair done and some make up, she looked completely different. For a moment, all Syaoran could do was stare.
'I honestly didn't think she could get more beautiful. Clearly I was mistaken.' Syaoran thought as he handed Cadence to Tomoyo and helped Sakura into her coat.
"You look beautiful." Syaoran murmured, making Sakura blush.
"Thank you." Where are we going to eat?" Sakura asked. Syaoran waved to Eriol and Tomoyo, but noticed they were engrossed with Cadence.
"A little French place I know." Syaoran replied, taking her hand in his as they left the apartment.
After a short drive, Syaoran pulled into the parking lot of the best French restaurant in Tomoeda. Sakura watched as they were ushered into a dimly lit room that was unoccupied. A red and white checkered table cloth was adorning the small round table, and Syaoran pulled Sakura's chair out for her.
"This place is so nice! Syaoran you shouldn't have-"Sakura started, but stopped when she opened the menu and looked at the prices. She looked up at Syaoran, prepared to speak, when he silenced her with a stern yet affectionate glare.
"Don't worry about it. Just pick whatever you want, and it'll be served. And I don't want you to think about the cost either." Syaoran instructed, looking back into his menu when Sakura smiled and shook her head.
'You amaze me, Syaoran Li. How you can want someone like me . . . it's amazing.' Sakura thought as she scanned the menu.
Dinner couldn't have been more perfect. Syaoran and Sakura laughed and talked until their faces were blue. Syaoran had even called in a small string quartet to play music for their meal. It was perfect, and Sakura wished it would never end. This was the way life was supposed to be for someone: happy. And she found herself there with Syaoran.
"Hello?" Syaoran said after his cell phone rang. Sakura watched curiously as his face drained of all color. He hung up, then stood up and threw a hundred dollars on the table.
"Syaoran, what's wrong? Is it Cadence?!" Sakura cried, leaping to her feet. Syaoran put Sakura's coat over her shoulders before nodding.
"We need to get home." Syaoran said, his voice low and slightly frightening. Sakura nodded and rushed out of the restaurant with Syaoran.
When they reached the apartment, Sakura jumped out of the car before Syaoran could put it in park. She sprinted to the door, running past police officers and child welfare officers. Syaoran got out of the car and stared in shock at the scene in front of him.
There were three police cars lined against the curb beside his abode, bright red and blue lights reflecting off of the buildings around them. Officers and other people stood around the apartment, barring anyone from going in and gawking at the scene. Syaoran started through the mess, but was stopped by a police officer.
"I'm sorry, but we can't let you in." the officer instructed. Syaoran ran a hand through his chestnut hair with a frustrated sigh.
"I live here. The woman who just ran in is my girlfriend." Syaoran explained, trying to keep his voice at a respectable tone. The officer stepped aside, and Syaoran bounded up the stairs and into the apartment.
"Syaoran!" Sakura cried, running to Syaoran with Cadence in her arms. Syaoran caught sight of Eriol and Tomoyo looking at Jacob with a dumbfounded stare.
"What's that rat doing here?" Syaoran barked. A portly police officer stepped in front of Jacob, who crossed his arms and sneered.
"I have here a statement filed by one Jacob Tourell against a Sakura Kinomoto on the charge of unfit parenting and drug abuse. We're here for the baby." The officer stated, reading from a neatly folded paper. Sakura's face flushed as she felt hot tears roll down her face.
"I'm not an unfit mother! And I've never taken drugs in my entire life! We can take a lie detector and prove it, right?!" Sakura rambled, clutching Cadence tightly to her. Syaoran put his arm around Sakura's waist and brought her closer to him.
"We're not giving the baby up until Sakura takes a lie detector and drug test." Syaoran said firmly. Jacob frowned and tapped the officer on the shoulder.
"You're going to just let them keep the baby, even though they're under these charges?" Jacob cried, glaring at Sakura as she comforted a now crying Cadence.
"They're willing to undergo tests to prove themselves fit. If you are willing to participate, Mr. Tourell, then we'll get it settled tonight at the station." The officer answered. Jacob's face paled slightly, but he bit his lip and nodded.
"I'll let them. But they're not going to pass." Jacob hissed, stepping past Sakura and Syaoran. The officer led the couple down the stairs before taking the baby and giving her to a child services worker.
"You'll get her back after you pass the test, Ms. Kinomoto." The officer soothed as Sakura watched them leave with her daughter. Syaoran put his arm around Sakura's waist and let her rest her head against his shoulder.
"We're going to make it through this. He's not going to get away with it, Sakura." Syaoran whispered calmly, trying to ease Sakura's mind. Eriol and Tomoyo ran down the steps as Sakura and Syaoran were put into the police car.
"Stay here. We'll call you if we need you to get the attorney." Syaoran advised. Eriol nodded and held Tomoyo as Syaoran and Sakura were driven from the apartment to the station.
Two hours later, Syaoran and Sakura waited in the station as the test results were analyzed. Jacob sat opposite them, a wry grin on his face. Sakura didn't look at Jacob. She leaned her head against Syaoran's as she anxiously awaited the results. Syaoran stroked Sakura's hair gently, sending a menacing glare at Jacob ever so often.
"Mr. Li, Ms. Kinomoto, the results are in." the chief officer stated, walking into the room with three folders. Jacob leaned back in his chair and grinned nonchalantly. Sakura and Syaoran looked up at the officer, waiting for the news that they would have Cadence back.
"You two are cleared of the charge, and Ms. Kinomoto, your daughter is waiting for you in the lobby. As for you, Mr. Tourell, your test came back showing a lot of blips. Therefore, we will be placing a restraining order against you. You will not be permitted within a thousand feet of Ms. Kinomoto, Cadence Kinomoto, or any other roommates living with Ms. Kinomoto." The chief declared, making Sakura erupt into tears of happiness.
"WHAT?! NO FUCKING WAY! SHE STOLE MY DAUGHTER! I HAVEN'T EVEN BEEN ABLE TO SEE HER IN THE TWO MONTHS SINCE SHE WAS BORN! DON'T EVEN FUCKING TELL ME I HAVE NO RIGHTS AS A FATHER!" Jacob screamed, his face turning bright red. The chief opened the third folder and dumped the contents onto the table. Jacob stopped ranting and scowled at the images on the table.
"Mr. Li brought your ex girlfriend here soon after he took her from your house, Mr. Tourell. We've got pictures of her, beaten and pregnant. By doing this, you forfeit your right as a parent." The chief retorted, glaring angrily at Jacob as the information settled in.
"Fine. Fucking wonderful! But don't ask me to pay for her, you stupid bitch!" Jacob bellowed.
"Do you want to be arrested for disorderly conduct? Because I have no problem doing it right now, sir." The chief stated, taking his handcuffs from his belt.
"No sir, that won't be necessary." Jacob muttered, sliding back into his chair in defeat. Sakura hugged Syaoran happily as the officer let them out into the lobby to get Cadence.
"Oh my baby! My poor little baby! It's past your bedtime, little one!" Sakura cried, taking Cadence into her arms. Syaoran smiled and let the baby grab onto his finger as they walked out to the police car that would bring them home.
Sakura watched as Cadence slept peacefully in her crib. Syaoran slipped out of the bed and sidled up next to Sakura, resting his chin against her shoulder blade.
"What were you and Tomoyo really talking about today?" Syaoran whispered. Sakura blushed and turned so she was facing Syaoran.
"How she would be more than willing to take Cadence off our hands if that would give us the chance to kiss for the first time." Sakura replied. Syaoran's cheeks took on a hue matching Sakura's blush, and she smiled softly. Syaoran wrapped his arms around Sakura's waist and gently leaned in, kissing her lips softly.
"I've been waiting a long time to do that." Syaoran breathed. Sakura smiled, her emerald eyes locking with Syaoran's.
"Me too." Sakura echoed, locking her lips against Syaoran's once again.
Yay for first kisses! And it only took them 15 chapters to do it! Thank you SO MUCH for reading and I hope you enjoyed it enough to review!
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With You
Sakura played on the floor with baby Cadence, patting the two month olds' chubby feet together gently as she smiled down at her daughter. Cadence smiled, her green eyes gazing up at her mother as she made silly faces. Sakura tickled the baby very gently, making her coo in response. Syaoran walked into the room, putting his blazer on the couch.
"I'm home. How was your day?" Syaoran asked, plopping down beside Sakura, who smiled warmly.
"It was good. How was your day?" Sakura replied. Syaoran sighed and loosened his tie around his neck.
"Hectic. I'm just glad to be home." Syaoran stated. He caught sight of Cadence and made a goofy face, eliciting a soft squeal from the brown haired baby girl.
"Hey Cadence! Have you been playing with mommy all day?!" Syaoran greeted, picking the infant up off the floor and gently holding her in his arms. Sakura watched Syaoran interact with Cadence and sighed inwardly.
'Oh if only she were yours . . . ' Sakura wished. Syaoran held Cadence close enough to his face so she could reach out and grab his nose. He laughed and laid the baby back down, watching as she tried to roll over.
"She's been working on that all day. It's like she's determined to do it before bedtime!" Sakura mused, leaning back against the couch. Syaoran leaned back as well and watched Cadence as she tried once again to flip onto her stomach.
"Sounds like someone I know." Syaoran added, not looking at Sakura as he grinned.
"She has a lot of me in her, that's for sure." Sakura said, sighing lightly.
"Oh I meant she sounded a lot like-"Syaoran joked. Sakura cut him off with a pillow to the face. They began to fight for the pillow, the winner gaining the ability to pelt the other mercilessly. Cadence laughed, making them stop what they were doing to look down at her.
"SHE DID IT!" Syaoran cried, picking Cadence up and handing her to Sakura.
"I MISSED IT!" Sakura wailed. Cadence laughed again, making Syaoran and Sakura smile at each other.
"Her first little milestone, and I missed it." Sakura pouted. Syaoran rested his head against Sakura's and let Cadence grab a hold of his finger.
"There will be more, don't worry." Syaoran whispered. He had to admit, he was fascinated with Cadence. He had never really interacted with a baby beyond a little holding. Watching her grow a little more every day was just amazing to the twenty one year old. Every day she seemed to be doing something new and different.
"I know, but-"Sakura started. Syaoran shook his head, putting a finger to her lips gently. His amber eyes looked deep into Sakura's, and she felt everything around her melt completely as she gazed.
"Let's go out tonight." Syaoran suggested, keeping his eyes locked on Sakura's. Sakura looked at Syaoran for a moment, then backed away, breaking the moment.
"I . . . I don't know." Sakura stammered. Syaoran cocked his head to the side with confusion.
"Okay . . . we'll go out some other time." Syaoran offered. Sakura looked at the floor guiltily.
"She's just too little for me to just . . . . leave her!" Sakura blurted. Syaoran immediately knew what was on Sakura's mind, and he smiled slightly.
"I understand, Sakura. When you're ready to go out without the baby, we'll go." Syaoran stated, making Sakura smile. She looked at Syaoran's face, the truly understanding look on his handsome face. He wasn't going to pressure her, and Sakura loved that about him.
"Well, maybe Tomoyo and Eriol wouldn't mind watching her for a couple hours?" Sakura said quietly, her emerald eyes smiling.
"If they could, Auntie Tomoyo and Uncle Eriol would take her forever!" Syaoran joked.
"Hey! That's not true! We'd give her back . . . . eventually!" Tomoyo cried as she and Eriol walked into the living room, grocery bags in hand. Syaoran helped them bring the rest of the parcels into the kitchen as Sakura set Cadence in her swing.
"So you wouldn't mind watching her for a couple hours while Syaoran and I go out to dinner?" Sakura asked. Tomoyo's eyes lit up and she grinned.
"Of course!" Tomoyo cried, looking to Eriol, who was nodding. She pulled Sakura close and whispered into her ear.
"Anything to get you and Syaoran together! It's been three months, and you two haven't even kissed!" Tomoyo whispered, making Sakura blush heavily. Syaoran took notice and cocked an eyebrow.
"It's called 'taking baby steps' Tomoyo!" Sakura whispered back. Syaoran began to wonder what was being talked about, so he opened his mouth to reply.
"Don't ask, Syaoran! Unless you want to know all about periods and stuff like that!" Tomoyo cried. It was Syaoran's turn to blush this time, and he turned bright crimson as Eriol laughed.
"Get going, you two. We'll take care of Cadence while you're gone." Eriol said, continuing to snicker at Syaoran as he spoke. Syaoran grinned and grabbed his coat.
"Woah! I look terrible! Give me half an hour?" Sakura asked, giving Syaoran a taste of her emerald colored puppy dog eyes.
"Oh alright. I'll call ahead and make some reservations then." Syaoran replied. Sakura ran back to her room and quickly changed into some other clothes. She tied her nearly shoulder length hair in an elegant twist, some stray hairs framing her face gently. After putting on some light make up and perfume, Sakura glanced into the mirror quickly before walking back out to Syaoran.
Syaoran was holding Cadence as she drank her bottle when he caught sight of Sakura. She was wearing a burgundy skirt that stopped just above her knees, and a cream colored three quarter sleeved shirt. With her hair done and some make up, she looked completely different. For a moment, all Syaoran could do was stare.
'I honestly didn't think she could get more beautiful. Clearly I was mistaken.' Syaoran thought as he handed Cadence to Tomoyo and helped Sakura into her coat.
"You look beautiful." Syaoran murmured, making Sakura blush.
"Thank you." Where are we going to eat?" Sakura asked. Syaoran waved to Eriol and Tomoyo, but noticed they were engrossed with Cadence.
"A little French place I know." Syaoran replied, taking her hand in his as they left the apartment.
After a short drive, Syaoran pulled into the parking lot of the best French restaurant in Tomoeda. Sakura watched as they were ushered into a dimly lit room that was unoccupied. A red and white checkered table cloth was adorning the small round table, and Syaoran pulled Sakura's chair out for her.
"This place is so nice! Syaoran you shouldn't have-"Sakura started, but stopped when she opened the menu and looked at the prices. She looked up at Syaoran, prepared to speak, when he silenced her with a stern yet affectionate glare.
"Don't worry about it. Just pick whatever you want, and it'll be served. And I don't want you to think about the cost either." Syaoran instructed, looking back into his menu when Sakura smiled and shook her head.
'You amaze me, Syaoran Li. How you can want someone like me . . . it's amazing.' Sakura thought as she scanned the menu.
Dinner couldn't have been more perfect. Syaoran and Sakura laughed and talked until their faces were blue. Syaoran had even called in a small string quartet to play music for their meal. It was perfect, and Sakura wished it would never end. This was the way life was supposed to be for someone: happy. And she found herself there with Syaoran.
"Hello?" Syaoran said after his cell phone rang. Sakura watched curiously as his face drained of all color. He hung up, then stood up and threw a hundred dollars on the table.
"Syaoran, what's wrong? Is it Cadence?!" Sakura cried, leaping to her feet. Syaoran put Sakura's coat over her shoulders before nodding.
"We need to get home." Syaoran said, his voice low and slightly frightening. Sakura nodded and rushed out of the restaurant with Syaoran.
When they reached the apartment, Sakura jumped out of the car before Syaoran could put it in park. She sprinted to the door, running past police officers and child welfare officers. Syaoran got out of the car and stared in shock at the scene in front of him.
There were three police cars lined against the curb beside his abode, bright red and blue lights reflecting off of the buildings around them. Officers and other people stood around the apartment, barring anyone from going in and gawking at the scene. Syaoran started through the mess, but was stopped by a police officer.
"I'm sorry, but we can't let you in." the officer instructed. Syaoran ran a hand through his chestnut hair with a frustrated sigh.
"I live here. The woman who just ran in is my girlfriend." Syaoran explained, trying to keep his voice at a respectable tone. The officer stepped aside, and Syaoran bounded up the stairs and into the apartment.
"Syaoran!" Sakura cried, running to Syaoran with Cadence in her arms. Syaoran caught sight of Eriol and Tomoyo looking at Jacob with a dumbfounded stare.
"What's that rat doing here?" Syaoran barked. A portly police officer stepped in front of Jacob, who crossed his arms and sneered.
"I have here a statement filed by one Jacob Tourell against a Sakura Kinomoto on the charge of unfit parenting and drug abuse. We're here for the baby." The officer stated, reading from a neatly folded paper. Sakura's face flushed as she felt hot tears roll down her face.
"I'm not an unfit mother! And I've never taken drugs in my entire life! We can take a lie detector and prove it, right?!" Sakura rambled, clutching Cadence tightly to her. Syaoran put his arm around Sakura's waist and brought her closer to him.
"We're not giving the baby up until Sakura takes a lie detector and drug test." Syaoran said firmly. Jacob frowned and tapped the officer on the shoulder.
"You're going to just let them keep the baby, even though they're under these charges?" Jacob cried, glaring at Sakura as she comforted a now crying Cadence.
"They're willing to undergo tests to prove themselves fit. If you are willing to participate, Mr. Tourell, then we'll get it settled tonight at the station." The officer answered. Jacob's face paled slightly, but he bit his lip and nodded.
"I'll let them. But they're not going to pass." Jacob hissed, stepping past Sakura and Syaoran. The officer led the couple down the stairs before taking the baby and giving her to a child services worker.
"You'll get her back after you pass the test, Ms. Kinomoto." The officer soothed as Sakura watched them leave with her daughter. Syaoran put his arm around Sakura's waist and let her rest her head against his shoulder.
"We're going to make it through this. He's not going to get away with it, Sakura." Syaoran whispered calmly, trying to ease Sakura's mind. Eriol and Tomoyo ran down the steps as Sakura and Syaoran were put into the police car.
"Stay here. We'll call you if we need you to get the attorney." Syaoran advised. Eriol nodded and held Tomoyo as Syaoran and Sakura were driven from the apartment to the station.
Two hours later, Syaoran and Sakura waited in the station as the test results were analyzed. Jacob sat opposite them, a wry grin on his face. Sakura didn't look at Jacob. She leaned her head against Syaoran's as she anxiously awaited the results. Syaoran stroked Sakura's hair gently, sending a menacing glare at Jacob ever so often.
"Mr. Li, Ms. Kinomoto, the results are in." the chief officer stated, walking into the room with three folders. Jacob leaned back in his chair and grinned nonchalantly. Sakura and Syaoran looked up at the officer, waiting for the news that they would have Cadence back.
"You two are cleared of the charge, and Ms. Kinomoto, your daughter is waiting for you in the lobby. As for you, Mr. Tourell, your test came back showing a lot of blips. Therefore, we will be placing a restraining order against you. You will not be permitted within a thousand feet of Ms. Kinomoto, Cadence Kinomoto, or any other roommates living with Ms. Kinomoto." The chief declared, making Sakura erupt into tears of happiness.
"WHAT?! NO FUCKING WAY! SHE STOLE MY DAUGHTER! I HAVEN'T EVEN BEEN ABLE TO SEE HER IN THE TWO MONTHS SINCE SHE WAS BORN! DON'T EVEN FUCKING TELL ME I HAVE NO RIGHTS AS A FATHER!" Jacob screamed, his face turning bright red. The chief opened the third folder and dumped the contents onto the table. Jacob stopped ranting and scowled at the images on the table.
"Mr. Li brought your ex girlfriend here soon after he took her from your house, Mr. Tourell. We've got pictures of her, beaten and pregnant. By doing this, you forfeit your right as a parent." The chief retorted, glaring angrily at Jacob as the information settled in.
"Fine. Fucking wonderful! But don't ask me to pay for her, you stupid bitch!" Jacob bellowed.
"Do you want to be arrested for disorderly conduct? Because I have no problem doing it right now, sir." The chief stated, taking his handcuffs from his belt.
"No sir, that won't be necessary." Jacob muttered, sliding back into his chair in defeat. Sakura hugged Syaoran happily as the officer let them out into the lobby to get Cadence.
"Oh my baby! My poor little baby! It's past your bedtime, little one!" Sakura cried, taking Cadence into her arms. Syaoran smiled and let the baby grab onto his finger as they walked out to the police car that would bring them home.
Sakura watched as Cadence slept peacefully in her crib. Syaoran slipped out of the bed and sidled up next to Sakura, resting his chin against her shoulder blade.
"What were you and Tomoyo really talking about today?" Syaoran whispered. Sakura blushed and turned so she was facing Syaoran.
"How she would be more than willing to take Cadence off our hands if that would give us the chance to kiss for the first time." Sakura replied. Syaoran's cheeks took on a hue matching Sakura's blush, and she smiled softly. Syaoran wrapped his arms around Sakura's waist and gently leaned in, kissing her lips softly.
"I've been waiting a long time to do that." Syaoran breathed. Sakura smiled, her emerald eyes locking with Syaoran's.
"Me too." Sakura echoed, locking her lips against Syaoran's once again.
Yay for first kisses! And it only took them 15 chapters to do it! Thank you SO MUCH for reading and I hope you enjoyed it enough to review!