Hey everyone, I am SO SORRY for not reviewing, I've had some major computer issues (I think I already explained this, but hey, repetition is good, right?) and some school problems but here I am now with the continuation, please review it, and I hope you enjoy!
With You
Saturday morning. The alarm went off, and Syaoran jumped at the sound of it. Grumbling, he slapped at the annoying little machine until it fell off the night stand and stopped chirping. Syaoran yawned and stretched before letting his amber eyes slowly open. He allowed them to focus a moment, blinking several times in the process. Satisfied, he reached over to draw his fiancée closer to him.
Nothing.
Confused, he looked around, trying to figure out where on earth his future wife was. The room was neat, almost frighteningly neat. On Sakura's pillow there lay a piece of starched white paper with his name written neatly on the front. Syaoran picked up the paper and smiled as the scent of Sakura floated into his nostrils.
'Syaoran-' he read to himself, 'If you're reading this, you know I'm not there. I let you sleep in just a little more before the wedding, because I know you're going to need your energy tonight. I have taken Cadence to the church to get ready for the ceremony, and I will see you at the altar! I love you, Sakura.'
A smile spread slowly across Syaoran's face as he read the words. He put the paper down and got out of bed, stretching a second time. He had to grab a quick shower and change into some clothes, then he'd be off to the church to get ready for the wedding himself. Syaoran slipped into the shower, letting the hot water run off his body. Sakura's words kept running through his mind, primarily the part about him needing his energy for that night. He smirked. If anyone was going to need energy, it was Sakura!
"Eriol, are you at the church? You are? I'll be there in about twenty minutes. Yes, she let me sleep in. Why? She loves me. Yea, see you there." Syaoran said, closing his cell phone before jumping into his car. He double checked his pocket, smiling with relief to see the velvet box containing Sakura's wedding ring. There would be no mistakes this time, and no trips to the vet.
At the church, Sakura was sitting in a chair as Meilin put her make up on. Cadence was running around in her dress, which was in itself beautiful. It was long, reaching to the small child's feet. The dress itself had spaghetti straps, but they were covered with a sheer overlay that puffed at the end of her short sleeves. The bodice of the baby's dress was embroidered with an intricate floral design that took Tomoyo almost a month to make. It was truly a work of art.
"Cadence, please sit down, Aunt Tomoyo will be here soon, and I don't want you to run into her." Sakura instructed. Cadence obeyed her mother, sitting neatly on a stool beside Sakura's feet. As if on cue, Tomoyo burst into the room with a woman of unknown origins. In their arms were the bridesmaids dresses and Sakura's gown.
"You're here!" Sakura cried, standing and walking over to her best friend as she ushered her helper out of the room. She whirled around, an excited look on her face.
"I'm proud to show you all . . . my Kinomoto-Li collection!" Tomoyo said proudly, removing the dresses out of their covers.
The bridesmaids dresses were a burgundy color, and had two wide straps. They were an a-line design and very simple. The neckline was semi-low and had an intricate beading along it. Tomoyo pulled out one for Meilin and handed it to her, then took her own out. Sakura eagerly waited for Tomoyo to unveil her wedding dress, and when she did her heart nearly leapt out of her chest.
"My goodness. . . Tomoyo it's beautiful!" Sakura cried. Tomoyo grinned and pulled out the dress for everyone to see.
Sakura's dress was a strapless ballgown with gold beaded embroidery on the bodice, which ended in a V shape before flaring into the skirt. The dress laced up the back, and was made with a heavy chiffon material. Sakura sucked in a breath as she stared, unbelieving.
"This . . . this is just too beautiful!" Sakura cried as Tomoyo started unlacing the back. Sakura, already wearing her petticoats, removed her button down shirt and let Tomoyo and Meilin slip the gown over her slim body. After lacing it up, Sakura took a look at her reflection in the mirror and almost passed out. She looked like a princess, standing there in her flowing ivory gown, her hair set in ringlets atop her head.
"And the finishing touch . . . " Tomoyo added, pulling out a tiara made with pearls and rhinestones. Sakura let Tomoyo pin it in her hair, then finished the look with a simple elbow length veil. She looked at herself, almost not recognizing the face staring back at her.
"I can't believe this is happening." Sakura murmured as Cadence touched the dress curiously.
"I can't believe this is happening." Syaoran murmured as she fussed with his tie. Eriol grinned beside his cousin, also fumbling with the piece of clothing. Both of them were wearing black three button suits. Eriol wore a vest matching Tomoyo's burgundy dress, while Syaoran's vest was a crisp ivory. A cherry blossom was tucked securely in Syaoran and Eriol's lapels, finishing their look. After a brief fight with their ties, the men were ready.
"This is going to be amazing, you know that right? I saw Sakura's dress when Tomoyo brought them home last night. She's going to make you pass out." Eriol joked. Syaoran blushed slightly as an image of his beloved in her wedding dress crossed his mind. He longed to see her, to take her hand and bind his soul to hers.
"Well, this is it. Let's do it." Syaoran said as a determined scowl appeared on his face. Eriol nodded, walking out of the room with his cousin.
Inside the church, all the guests were seated and waiting. The music began, and Cadence began to toddle down the aisle. She threw peony petals over the white carpet of the church, and as she passed, the guests murmured about how adorable the child was.
The first to come out of the back and up the aisle was Syaoran, who was being escorted by his mother. He walked slowly, carrying himself very well as he made his way to wait for Sakura. Syaoran's mother took her seat and watched as the wedding party followed.
Eriol and Tomoyo were the Maid of Honor and Best Man. The walked arm in arm down the aisle, smiling excitedly at Syaoran as he nervously flashed a grin. Eriol patted Syaoran on the back as he took his place beside his friend.
Next came Touya and Meilin. They too walked down the aisle, arm in arm. Touya took Meilin to her side of the wedding before walking over to the other men. He glanced up at Syaoran, who looked down at him anxiously.
"All this time you've been the brat to me. But now you're my brother. Take good care of my baby sister, Syaoran." Touya whispered. Syaoran was surprised by his brother in law's words, but nodded despite his shock. The music struck a chord, and Syaoran felt his stomach turn with anxiety as he turned to see Sakura walking toward him.
'Oh my God . . . ' Syaoran thought as he watched Fujitaka walk his only daughter down the aisle. She looked like an angel in her dress, a veil covering her face for the most part. Fujitaka led his daughter down the aisle to Syaoran, giving Sakura's hand to Syaoran before retreating to his seat beside Yelan. Syaoran gently pulled the veil up to reveal Sakura looking excitedly at him with her dazzling green eyes. He stared at her for a moment before taking her hands and facing the minister.
"Dearly beloved . . . " The minister started, looking from the audience to Sakura and Syaoran, who were grinning like crazy.
Sakura hardly remembered a single thing from the ceremony. She knew she recited her vows, lit a unity candle, and listened to some words of encouragement from the minister. But the exact details paled in comparison to Syaoran. She couldn't keep her eyes off of him, and every time he smiled at her she felt a blush in reply strike her cheeks.
"You may kiss your bride." The minister announced, startling Sakura out of her thoughts. She grinned at Syaoran and embraced him, their lips meeting softly in a gentle kiss.
"Ladies and gentlemen, Mr. and Mrs. Syaoran Li." The minister declared, causing the crowd to erupt with applause. Syaoran and Sakura walked arm in arm down the aisle and into the lobby to wait for their guests. The wedding party followed, and the parents trailed behind, Yelan carrying her new granddaughter.
The reception was in full swing by the time Sakura, Syaoran and Cadence finished with pictures and joined them. The tiny tot immediately ran toward some other children playing in a corner as Syaoran and Sakura posed for some pictures. The evening progressed nicely, the newlyweds chatting and laughing with friends and family who had come to their reception. The cake cutting had been particularly enjoyable when Sakura smeared icing on Syaoran's face.
"You're going to regret that!" Syaoran warned, taking a piece of cake in his hand. The crowed oooh'd as Sakura tried to back away, but couldn't escape Syaoran, who smeared some icing on her face as well. Sakura retreated to the rest rooms, laughing lightly. When she emerged a moment later, her smile turned to a frown as she saw someone putting a coat on her child.
"What's going on?" Sakura asked. The person turned around, and Sakura felt the urge to scream as Jacob stood in front of her, Cadence in his arms.
"Leave her alone. You're not supposed to be here!" Sakura said quietly, trying not to make a scene at her own reception. Jacob shook his head, an evil smile on his face.
"I don't give a fuck. Cadence is mine, and I'm taking her. You can't deny me my own damned child!" Jacob cried. Sakura reached for Cadence, who was crying in fear at that point. Jacob slapped Sakura roughly, sending her to the ground. Cadence began to howl in fright, sending Syaoran and Touya out to see what was happening. Jacob ran out the door with Cadence, and Sakura reached for her.
"Syaoran he's got Cadence!" Sakura cried as Touya helped her up and wiped some blood from her lip. Syaoran sprinted out the door, Eriol following behind quickly. Guests from the reception were standing in the doorway, watcing worriedly at the scene unfolding.
"Jacob stop!" Syaoran yelled. Jacob stopped beside his truck and turned around to face Syaoran and Eriol. Cadence reached for Syaoran, her green eyes filled with fear.
"Daddy!" Cadence cried.
"Daddy's here, baby." Jacob soothed, but Cadence cried more. Syaoran took a step forward, his amber eyes blazing with anger.
"She doesn't mean you." Syaoran said, his voice deathly harsh.
"She would know who her father was if that bitch in there didn't steal her away!" Jacob yelled furiously, setting Cadence down as he fiddled with his keys. Syaoran took the opportunity and ran toward him, grabbing him by the throat. Eriol snatched up the crying child and ran with her back into the reception hall.
"Cadence!" Jacob shouted, but was silenced when Syaoran punched him in his jaw, sending him reeling against the truck.
"It's Li to you. My daughter is Li Cadence. I don't ever want to see you near her again." Syaoran bit, standing over Jacob with malice in his eyes. He heard sirens in the distance and knew someone inside had called the police.
"You won't be there every second, Li." Jacob hissed venomously. Syaoran glared, his cold stare eating Jacob through to the soul.
"You better go, or else you'll be arrested for breaking your restraining order." Syaoran snapped, turning and walking back to the reception hall. Inside, the party was pretty much over as Sakura tended to a split lip and a crying child. Syaoran scooped the baby into his arms and inspected his new wife's wound gently.
"He's gone. Everything's alright." Syaoran soothed. Sakura nodded and looked to the guests, who were putting on their coats.
"Looks like they're gone too." Sakura said wistfully, forcing a smile on her face. Syaoran sighed, but smiled nonetheless.
"It's ok. We can leave for our honeymoon early this way." Syaoran whispered. Sakura smiled and nodded, then joined her husband as he thanked the guests for coming.
Jacon drove down the highway, a rage building up in his chest. That son of a bitch Li wasn't going to keep him from his own child. He was going to pay for taking Cadence away from him, and Sakura was too. Both of them were going to pay dearly for making him angry. Stepping on the gas, Jacob flew down the road toward his home, a plan formulating in his mind.
You know I can't have a good thing happen in this story, not even a wedding like that! Thanks for getting this far, that means you have read enough to find it adequate! Leave me some love, and I'll be uploading the new chapter as soon as my busy little self can!!