Tomoyo stared outside the window, fully aware of the sleeping man beside her. The view from where she sat was breath-taking. She could see the airport which looked so small. After all, she was still up in the sky, sitting on the airplane with her husband, who is fast asleep.

She has a husband. The reality of the marriage hit her hard when she board the plane back to her hometown. The Tomoyo she knew never gave into impulse nor was she the type who believed in romance. Actually, that was Sakura's trait, and flaw or some might say it's a gift. But whatever it is, she didn't really believe in romance.

Until the day Eriol Hiiragarizawa swept her off her feet and proposed to her a week after the courtship. And she, out of her character accepted and enjoyed the thrill of running to a church and eloped, when she was wearing a sleeveless blue blouse and faded jeans and he wearing a simple shirt and pants. As much as she hated the idea of being married all of the sudden, she can't help but admit that during that one week, Eriol did made her feel really special.

---Flashback---

"Someone help!!! The zip of the dress is stuck!" One of the younger models screeched, probably freaking out before her first fashion show.

"Ms Daidouji, the show is starting in five minutes." One of the organisers came back stage and informed her, oblivious to the frenzies in the dressing rooms.

"Tomoyo! One of the suits is missing." The wardrobe manger informed her.

"Drats! Find it!" Tomoyo shouted over the noise. The panic and the mess before the fashion show is part and parcel of her life, but why are all of the things happening now, where she has to impress many people. A lot of her sponsors were here in London and she needed to nail this fashion show to persuade them to continue supporting her.

Not that she was in need of cash or some sort, but rather for the stability for Sakura-chan and herself. After struggling for seven years, she finally made it, being a renowned designer and not needing to be under managements that mishandle their funds and publicity. This fashion show was organized by them, and she was determined to show the world that she can survive in this cat and mouse business.

She worked through the crowd, giving out instructions as people asked her questions. Finally, when she cleared up all the small details, she called out. "Sakura! Are you ready?"

"Yes, give me a moment!" Sakura suddenly appeared from nowhere and walked to her, while trying to touch up her attire. She was the first model to hit the runway, and she was going to be the one to set the atmosphere of this show. She cannot let Tomoyo down.

"Sakura, whatever happens after this," Tomoyo looked into her eyes. "You are a great friend."

"Tomoyo cut the crap!" Sakura wanted to grip her friend's shoulder, but with her hands full, she had to give her a lethal stare to catch her attention. "You are going to pull through this. We are going to pull through this. Don't worry! It will be an instant success!" She winked. "Trust me!"

Tomoyo grinned at the encouragement as someone shouted "One more minute!"

"Well, see you later! Be prepared for a standing ovation." Sakura leaned forward and gave her a peak on the cheek. "Chill!"

Tomoyo watched her walk away. Sakura Kinomoto was with her from the beginning, when they left their home to pursue their dreams of being famous. Sakura wanted to be a model while she wanted people to wear her clothes. From there, they worked as a team, Sakura being her model for her clothes and she working hard to design clothes that will catch the eyes of people and the world.

A few run in with bad luck and cheating managers, they finally made it. And this is going to be their test, this fashion show in London is their test whether they pass or fail. Tomoyo prayed as she watched each model strolling down the runway and captivating the audience with their grace and poses. When each model returned, they hurriedly changed to their next attire and hopefully pray there will be no screw ups in between.

A few times, Sakura gave her a reassuring wink and mouthed "It's great!" Finally when it was her turn to go down the runway, Tomoyo plastered a smile she practiced over the years, as if she was cool as a cucumber throughout the whole show and came out from the backstage.

Flashes from cameras blinded her eyes as she walked down in the way Sakura taught her. She saw the crowd standing up and started clapping. As the sound filled the whole auditorium, she knew that it was a success! Sakura was right. The show was a success! She kept her feelings of joy in her as she smiled at the crowd. However something caught her eyes as she looked straight into them.

A tall man stood out from the crowd. The dark blue suit with a matching blue tie strangely made his blue eyes more enchanting. The thin wired frame of his spectacles failed to hide the intensity of his stare. Even though the lighting where he sat was dark, she somehow felt that his hair was the same colour as his eyes. But what appealed to her the most was the sense of mystery behind his eyes. It gave her the urge to discover his secrets.

"Pst! Tomoyo, speech!" Sakura slightly nudged her as someone handled a microphone to her. Tomoyo blushed for a moment, being caught staring at the crowd. She glanced over to the mysterious man and to her amusement, he was smiling as well. The sweet shy smile that threaten to rock her equilibrium. If she doesn't stop staring at him, she can never finish her speech.

"Ladies and Gentlemen, fellow friends and colleagues. Welcome to my first Autumn/Winter collection show in London. I am really honoured that you took time off from your hectic schedule and joined me and my fellow models to share my collection with you. I hope you all enjoyed the show. Thank you." She ended, as the crowd once more started applauding. She looked out into the crowd once more, feeling a little disappointed that he disappeared. Forcing herself to smile, she turned and walked away towards the backstage.

"That was amazing!" Sakura squealed as soon as they are out of sight and hearing distance from the audience. "It's a success!!! Tomoyo! It's a success!" She jumped up and down with her dangerously high high heels and hugged her friend.

Tomoyo grinned as she returned the hug. "Thank you Sakura!" Tomoyo released her before addressing to the models. "After this, you all are entitled to let your hair down and enjoy. However, please remember that we have to start rehearsals tomorrow at 12pm. Please don't be late."

"Ms Daidouji?" One of her security came to her. "A man wanted to pass you this." He thrust a bouquet of flowers to her and walked off.

"Who is it?" Sakura stared at the flower and pointed at the card.

Tomoyo shrugged and read the card.

'Meet me at the La Cave Winebar after your show. I will be waiting.

Eriol Hiiragarizawa

P.S: You look really sweet when you blush'

"Oh, a secret admirer?" Sakura gushed as she read it as Tomoyo blushed harder than before.

"I don't even know who he is." Tomoyo lied.

"Are you going? Will it be safe?" Sakura asked.

"Yes, that place is safe. I went there a few times." Tomoyo assured her friends. "Sakura, you help me deal with the press and the sponsors. I won't join you today."

"But Tomoyo, you said you wanted to try." Sakura frowned. Although Tomoyo was the creative one, she was the one who handled the public relations. Only recently Tomoyo agreed to give it a try and she wasn't really doing that bad for someone who is shy and reserved.

"No, not today, I don't want to screw up." Tomoyo grabbed her coat and don her scarf. "I will see you at the hotel."

"Right, go and meet your secret admirer. I will take care of myself." Sakura teased her as Tomoyo shook her head and mumbled something like wanting to kill her or some sort.

Tomoyo walked away from the chaos after the show and burst into the cold London autumn as she went to meet Eriol Hiiragarizawa.

---End Flashback---

"Honey, we have arrived." Eriol whispered into her ears, feathering kisses on it as he spoke.

"Oh?" Tomoyo snapped out of the daydreaming and glanced outside. Realising that outside was draped in snow, she grinned. One of the seasons she loves is winter, mainly because of the snow. "Get ready your coat. It's snowing."

As the two of them got off the plane, Tomoyo silently prayed that whatever she did the last week wasn't going to haunt her.

"Serious?" Eriol leaned towards her and looked out. "Oh, you were right all the long. It's really snowing here." He frowned. "My cousin said otherwise."

Tomoyo unconsciously gave him a light kiss on his lips. "Then he is wrong. Let's go!" She gathered her things and alighted from the plane.

"Wait. Have you informed your family?"

"Yes. But since my mother is busy, my cousins will be coming to see me." Tomoyo turned back to smile. "I want to introduce you to them"

"Okay." Eriol obliged, as he followed Tomoyo to the baggage collection hall. "After that, we find for mine and then we can go and have a little family gathering."

"Sure." Tomoyo looked out towards the arrival gallery. To her joy, she spotted Sakura with her brother. She was however surprised to see Syaoran together with Ms Kaho.

"Ready?" Eriol came beside her, lugging two suitcases.

"Yes. They are there already."

"Great! I spotted my cousins as well."

Sakura tugged Touya's polo-tee. "Tomoyo is here right?"

"Yes. She is coming out with some weird guy with blue hair."

"Hey! The blue hair man that you just called weird is my cousin!" Kaho playfully hit him.

When the couple finally came out, Tomoyo ran towards Sakura and gave her a bear hug. "I miss you so much!" Tomoyo wailed.

"It's only one week girl." Sakura gave an sigh.

"Tomoyo, would you mind introducing me to your husband." Touya came next to them and gave her a pet on the head.

"Oh, Sakura and Touya, this is Eriol Hiigarizawa. Eriol, these are my cousin. Sakura, the one you saw in my fashion show, and her brother, Touya. The others are not my relatives though. This lady is my primary school teacher, Ms Kaho. The guy next to Sakura is…"

"Li Syaoran." Eriol finished the sentence.

Tomoyo stopped and stared at him. "How did you know?"

Eriol gave a sheepish grin. "Well, both of them are my cousin."

"Which means Eriol, you have to call Touya Oni-chan as well." Kaho grinned when Tomoyo stared at them.

"You are telling me that you are their cousin." Tomoyo turned to Eriol. "You are serious?" When he nodded, Sakura screeched.

"What's wrong?" Everyone asked.

"We are one happy family!" Sakura beamed. "I can't believe this!" Sakura then started skipping around the area, much to the amusement of the rest of the group, except for Tomoyo, who started thinking whether she was in a big mess.

Sorry for the late update. I am totally lagging in this story. I was supposed to do a Christmas special in this story, however, I doubt I can make it. However, I hope the reviews will come in, and hopefully spur me on to write a little faster. Thanks, and take care. God Bless.

A.N: kawaiisakura05, regarding your question whether Sakura and Syaoran is a couple, they are sadly not a couple. So slowly read the story and see how the story progresses between them