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Chapter 12:
THE DAY OF THE DAYS
Nine in the evening approached. Syaoran went straight into his room to take a bath and change into pajamas after dinner. After changing his clothes, he grabbed a huge paper bag containing his Christmas present for Sakura. And of course, the box containing the necklace.
He brushed his hair for a while then checked his reflection in the mirror. Maybe it's time to practice...
He smiled, "Sakura, Merry Christmas!" he said then frowned. "No. Must think what to say." He cleared his throat then started again, "Sakura, I hope you'll like it." He practiced to held the paper bag. "Foolishness! Think something that may please her! Darn. I'm not good at this."
He stood then crossed the room back and forth with arms folded on this chest.
---oOo---
In the meantime, Sakura had taken a bath and already in her pajamas. She took out a rectangular shaped box in the drawer then opened it. She stroked an emerald-colored fabric inside, gently.
Sakura sighed, "I'm sure he'll like this. He should or else - " she was yelling while saying that but she's been cut by a knock on the door.
KNOCK. KNOCK. KNOCK.
"Come in." She shouted lazily then sat on her bed.
The door creaked open, "Sakura, I just want to talk to you privately."
"Dad!" Sakura quickly stood up.
Fujitaka smiled then entered, "You'll be meeting him tonight, am I right? Why are you still on your pajamas? Are you planning to meet him with that?" He asked jokingly.
Sakura smiled then welcomed him by hugging, "Oh, dad... how did you know that? Oh yes, I'll be meeting him. And look - " She showed him the rectangular box then opened it, " – this is my gift for him. Do you think he'll like this?"
Fujitaka smiled again. "But I heard you shouting before I knocked. You said that he would like that."
"He should or else I'll never talk to him forever!" Sakura laughed. She sat on her bed then sighed.
Fujitaka followed her then sat beside her, "Don't worry much, my daughter. Yelan and I talked about you and Syaoran with Sonomi earlier. I know exactly what you feel for him and you shouldn't let the chances slip off your fingers, darling."
"What do you mean?" Sakura lifted her eyes.
"Yelan told me that Syaoran has been telling you his feelings over and over again, yet you seem to ignore it." Fujitaka shook his head, "Is it true? Did he ask you already to be his?"
"Yeah, a million times." Sakura replied softly.
"And what did you say?"
"I told him that I don't know."
"But that's a lie, Sakura!" Fujitaka exclaimed, "You know that you love him! What makes you say that?"
"I'm just worried what you and Touya might think." Sakura answered. "I'm just confused, Dad."
"Look, stop worrying on what Touya might think." Fujitaka patted her head, "He's up with his own love life too, you know."
Sakura's eyes widened, "What? Did I hear it right? Touya? This must be crazy!"
Fujitaka laughed. "He's with someone else right now and he told me that a few months ago. And guess what? He'll visit you just before the New Year, but he didn't tell me the exact dare, for he'll surprise you."
"You've told me already, it's no longer a surprise." Sakura smirked. "We're planning to return home on Wednesday."
"You mean you and Syaoran?"
"Who else?" Sakura laughed. "Wow! I can't believe I'm free from Touya. I'll be able to meet his girlfriend. Do you know her name?"
"That's a secret." Fujitaka smiled, "Now, just meet your guy and worry no more."
---oOo---
Sakura went out her room then headed to the garden to meet Syaoran. She was in pink flowery pajamas. She immediately saw Syaoran under a tree in green pajamas with a large paper bag on his right hand and kept checking his watch. Sakura smiled to herself then to her gift for him.
"Syaoran!" Sakura called then went on his side. "Good evening!"
"Good evening too." Syaoran smiled. "Merry Christmas, honey."
Sakura laughed, "Merry Christmas too, darling. This is my gift for you from the bottom of my heart. I've spent too much time for that, so I hope you like it." She handed the box.
Syaoran smiled at her, "Thanks." He opened it then took out an emerald-colored knitted scarf with his initial letter 'S' on its bottom. "W-wow! You made this all by yourself?" He was dumbfounded.
"Yeah, why? Don't you like it?" Sakura asked worriedly.
"Of course I like it." Syaoran kissed her cheek. "Now, for you." He handed the paper bag.
Sakura blushed then opened the paper bag. Her jaw dropped then quickly took out the white stuff inside. "Oh, Syaoran!" She stared at the big white teddy bear in amazement. After that, she hugged it. "It's the cuddliest bear I've ever had."
"Well, I'm glad you like it." He smiled.
In a distant, Tomoyo and Eriol were watching them from the window with white curtains, hiding behind it.
"Oh, how adorable!" Tomoyo giggled.
"Wonder what are they talking about." Eriol dropped the curtain.
"Look, Eriol!"
Back to Sakura and Syaoran's moment, the two were gazing at the stars.
"Press the 'press here' sign." Syaoran ordered the smiling Sakura.
Sakura did what he says. After a moment, a wound came from the bear's tummy like a person on the other line of the telephone.
"Sakura, you mean so much to me and let me say this again: I love you. I'm willing to wait for you –even forever." The bear played the recorded voice of none other that Syaoran.
Sakura was too shock to speak. All she did was, drop her head.
"And there's another more I'll give you." Syaoran held out a box then opened it by himself. This time Sakura's eyes widened.
Sakura's POV
Is this a dream?
First was the cuddly white teddy bear recorder. Second was the recorded voice. Then third, a necklace. This is too much for a Christmas present. I can't find enough words to thank him.
The next thing I knew, he was wearing it around my neck. This time I was able to speak, "Syaoran, this is too much."
"No, Sakura." He enbraced my waist from my back. "That's nothing compared to my love for you."
Sigh... He was too romantic and it melts my heart. I tightened my arms around the bear, while my mind was thinking quickly. Syaoran was too good to lose and I hope he would hug me like this forever. I sighed again. If only he could be mine, I would never look for anyone forever.
"I love you, Sakura." He whispered on my right ear, making my spine shivered. "If I ask you the question I've asked you before, would you give me a different answer?"
I didn't reply as my heart started to beat faster. I faced him and smiled.
Syaoran's face lightened up. "Can I ask you that again?"
"Please don't ask me if you could ask me that question again." I shook my head, "I stared at the necklace he gave me and for the first time, I saw its structure. It's a necklace with an S pendant with small hearts around it.
He reached for my hand then exhaled, "Sakura, can you be my girlfriend?"
I stared at his eyes for several seconds. His face didn't show any happiness at all but disappointment. I thought he would release my hand by the face reaction I've given him. But he didn't. Instead, he held it tight hoping for a good answer.
I exhaled, "Yes... yes, Syaoran..." I murmured.
He blinked, "Did you say something?"
"Syaoran..." I smiled sweetly, "Yes... you're mine and I'm yours."
His blank face turned into a big smile, "Really?"
"Yes, Syaoran..." I blushed.
He jumped high then punched his fist into the air, "YES! YES!"
I blushed more; I pulled his sleeve, "Shh... Be quiet!"
"I love you, honey." He leaned slowly towards me as I leaned closer too. Then our lips touched again and that moment seemed forever.
---oOo---
"Eriol!" Tomoyo shrieked, "The moment has happened!"
"I didn't hear her say the magic word." Eriol frowned.
"Well you're deaf." Tomoyo rolled her eyes. "Didn't you hear it? You've missed the action! It's over and that will never happen again. Too bad, you haven't heard it. But luckily, I've taped this historical event in my best friend's life!"
"Come on let's tell the others." Eriol pulled her by hand out their door.
"And show them." Tomoyo giggled.
The two knocked on doors to disturb Sonomi, Yelan and Fujitaka. They led then towards the Living Room as quick as they can.
"What's this Tomoyo?" Sonomi yawned. "It's past 9 and I got to sleep or else I'll have those eye bags tomorrow morning." She's wearing a silky yellow nightdress and without make-up.
"Sit back and relax, Auntie." Eriol said as Tomoyo was preparing the video to be watched on the TV.
"Is this something to do with Sakura?" Fujitaka wiped his glasses. He's wearing a loose shirt and pants. "I'm tired."
"Just make sure this is not a non-sense." Yelan put on a white cream all over her face. She's wearing a white bathrobe and a towel wrapped around her head. "I'm in the middle of applying a cream on my face, kids."
"I'm sure you'll never regret this." Eriol smiled to Yelan. "And you'll thank us after you've watched this. Is that ready Tomoyo?"
"Let's see... Oh, it's working!" Tomoyo stood and cleared her throat, "Ladies and gentlemen, may I present to you my masterpiece. Hope you enjoy."
She sat next to Eriol happily. The elders watched the very short film. In the end, they're all speechless and open-mouthed.
"So, what can you say?" Tomoyo asked.
No one moved except Eriol, "Are you ok, Aunt Yelan, Uncle Fujitaka?" He asked them.
Yelan lifted a brow on Eriol with a blank expression on her face. Fujitaka's brows met and gritted his teeth. Eriol drew back.
"What's happening?" Tomoyo whispered to Eriol.
"No idea." Eriol shrugged his shoulders.
The main door opened. And in came the new couple, Sakura and Syaoran. Every head was on them. Syaoran and Sakura exchanged nervous look. They held each other's hand.
"Xiao Lang!" Yelan barked crossly with brows rose.
"Sakura!" Fujitaka roared stomping his right foot.
Syaoran noticed the TV on, showing he and Sakura under the tree. He got what really happened on her mother. "Mom, it's because - "
"Dad, you told me not to worry..." Sakura explained.
"Congratulations!" Yelan and Fujitaka rushed to hug them, as the two kids were confused on their reaction.
"Sorry, guys." Eriol apologized to Sakura and Syaoran, "We're just happy for joy."
Tomoyo hugged Sakura tightly in which she can't free herself, "This is really great, Sakura! I have taped all that has happened earlier." She murmured, teary-eyed.
"Well..." Was all Sakura can say.
"This would be one of my Merriest Christmas." Sonomi clapped her hands, "I've witnessed the start of a wonderful relationship."
---oOo---
Syaoran's POV
The next day, the elders left the mansion to return into their normal lives again. It was really a weird feeling every time I recalled all the unexpected things that has happened this Christmas vacation. Firstly, Mom and Uncle approved in our feelings – Sakura. Secondly, I've been able to tell Sakura my feelings again. And thirdly, Sakura's mine now!
Today is Wednesday. Sakura and I bid farewell to Tomoyo and Eriol an hour ago before we departed to Tomoeda. Right now, We're on a taxi sitting next to each other with our hands together. Her head was on my shoulder while my free hand was on her waist.
"You know what?" She started, "Touya'll be visiting me one of these days. I'm nervous, Syaoran, what his reaction will be. What if he disapproved? What if he gets mad at me? What if he won't talk to me forever? What if - "
"Shh..." I pressed my index finger into her lips, "Stop being a pessimist. Of course he'll understand us. Didn't he ever fell in love with somebody?" I asked jokingly to calm her.
Sakura smiled weakly, "Dad told me that Touya already got himself a girlfriend. But he didn't tell me her name. I hope Touya will understand..."
The next minutes of ride were full of silence. Sakura kept looking into nowhere while I got little problems on my mind. I was getting worried what her brother's reaction will be. I used to hate him when we're young every time we met. He may not like a boy like me for his sister. This is really a serious problem. What shall I do to impress him?
After thinking over and over, the taxi stopped in front of Kinomoto residence. I paid the driver and carried our luggage until we reached the front door. Sakura was in my front in order to open it with her key.
"Honey!" I called. "Where'll I put this luggage? Hurry up, these are too heavy." I complained while patting her back.
"Carry it inside, darling!" She shouted back then she entered the key into the keyhole. But before she could open it, someone inside pulled the door open. A young man appeared.
"What's the noise about?" He crossly asked.
"Touya?" Sakura and I asked in unison.
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A/N: I, myself, was a pessimistic... Don't they sound like married couples? LOL. :-p I love this chapter. One of my best. Hope you like it too and please REVIEW!
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