Of course thank you all for the reviews! And for the one reviewer who thought that I was doing this on your life and mine, ummm just so you know it's not true. I just came up with the plot and everything all of a sudden and I decided to create this so I'm sorry if you thought it the other way...
Chapter 2
Fun Night
Touya was in for the second time of the morning to try and wake up Sakura who still didn't find her alarm clock. Touya, on the other hand, found it outside of her window smashed. So he went into the closet and found another one setting it for the right time to go off and cranked the volume to max.
Sakura still lay there sound asleep since no noise was going on. Touya was rubbing his chin trying to come up with a way to wake her up. Then he came up with something but had to get it ready quick.
He tied a piece of strong string to the door of Sakura's closet and hide behind the other door. Then he had a thin but strong stick that blended in with the closet door's color and put it again the knob. Once everything was in position, he pulled with the string and the sliding door closet moved. With a strong heave he used the stick to slide it back shut making a loud bang. Sakura jumped from her bed and looked around.
"What on earth was that?"
She got her answer when the slide door opened again. Her face went as white as paper. Then the door closed again with a loud bang. Sakura got up and walked to it slowly. When Touya saw her get close enough he jumped into view and went,
"BOO!"
Sakura's heart skipped a beat and jumped five feet in the air. Once she saw the figure laughing in front of her she stuffed a sock in his mouth and hit him all over the place with her sandal. He ran off spitting the sock out and ran down stairs.
"I'M GOING TO GET YOU! TOUYA! DO YOU HEAR ME?"
Sakura put down her sandal and sat down on her bed rubbing her eyes. Once she was awake, she went into the bathroom brushing her teeth and brushing her pretty auburn hair. It was the second day of school and she already didn't want to go back. But at least hanging out with Tomoyo was a good thing to go.
Sakura came downstairs and saw luggage near the door and her father putting his coat on. Her curiosity got the best of her and she went over to see what was going on. Touya was sitting down without a smile on his lips either. Something was wrong.
"Daddy, what's going on?"
Fujitaka turned around with tears. He walked over and gave Sakura a hug.
"Listen, Sakura. I have to go away to America to help take care of your mother. She isn't feeling well right now and Touya is coming with me. You're old enough to take care of everything here for me. As much as I don't want you to stay, but your mother said for you to stay."
Sakura had tears in her eyes. She didn't want to be left alone in the house and take care of things but if her mother wanted her to then she would. She hugged her father and even Touya before they walked out the door and into the taxicab. She watched them off before finding something to eat and got ready for school. Once she was ready, she checked to see if everything was locked up tight and walked out the door locking it behind her and putting the keys in her pocket. She met Tomoyo down the stairs who was waiting for her.
"Hey, Sakura! Wait...what's wrong?"
"My dad and brother had to go to America to take care of my mother. I'm home along for a long time to take care of things and I don't know what to do."
"Awww I'm sorry, Sakura. I'll help take care of things with you."
"Thank you, Tomoyo. Come on lets go to school before we're late."
The both of them walked along side each other in converse nearing to the school. Egoshi walked up with his friends and looked at the girls with an evil grin. The girls gave him a disgusted look and turned away.
"I don't know what's up with that guy. He is so mean to everyone." Tomoyo said.
"Yeah. I haven't even been here for more than a week and I already know that he's trouble."
They walked to first period class math not even wanting to be here. Though they did find out that today was a minimum day because teachers had to get back on track for school so they would get out after two periods.
Once again Sakura saw Syaoran walk into the class, she could've sworn he looked at her for a few seconds. She shrugged off the thought when she saw Egoshi look at her with that grin of his and walked in. Sakura shuttered from it.
"Seriously, what is that guy's problem?" she asked to no one in particular but was heard by someone.
"He is a mystery isn't he?"
Sakura turned around to see a young man with long blonde hair and blue eyes. He had this quiet but pretty smile. She couldn't stop but look into those eyes.
"Who are you?"
"My name is, Jinzuya. It's a pleasure to meet you miss?"
"Sakura. It's nice to meet you too, Jinzuya." Sakura said shaking his offered hand.
"No one really knows why both Syaoran and Egoshi are the way they are. Rumors spread a lot around here so I'd be careful to which ones you believe."
"Thank you for the heads up. I'll be sure to watch out. Have you figured out anything about them?"
"I just know some things about Syaoran. Like the fact that his parents passed away when he was really young and lived alone in the house with not many people coming to visit. That's why everyone thinks that he doesn't talk."
"Really? Did he used to talk?"
"Yeah he did. But it wasn't much. Now he doesn't at all."
"I see. Why doesn't he even show any emotions?"
"People say because he's never had a girl in his life and doesn't know how to react."
"Why? A lot of girls around here like him."
"Well...I remember one time when he was talking, I asked him that question and he said that he doesn't know why. But he also said that he didn't want them to like him just because of his looks. He wanted to have a girl who loved him for who he is. The sad thing is, he won't show any emotions at all to anyone because he is worried. About what I don't know."
"Okay, thank you. We might want to get to class before we're late."
"Your welcome. It was a pleasure to meet and talk to you."
"Same here. Bye."
Sakura thought the guy was nice, and pretty cute. She'll be sure to see and talk to him again in the near future. Until then she had to worry about math class. She sat down in her seat as soon as the bell rang. Mr. Kitashiyo walked in with his books, put them on the table and began the day's lesson. Sakura was immediately bored of it but managed to write down the notes. The homework was turned in then today's work was handed out. She was having a hard time with it because she couldn't understand it. The way the teacher explained was too hard to understand.
She looked over at Syaoran who seemed to be doing the work as if it was easy. Sakura had an idea and wanted to try it out. The bell rang and everyone started walking out. Sakura stood by the door way and waited for Syaoran to come out. Once he did she tugged him by the shirt and he looked at her.
"Excuse me ummm I was wondering if you could help me with my math at lunch tomorrow. I'm having difficulty with it."
Syaoran looked at her for a second before nodding his head. Sakura smiled and let go of his shirt that she had been holding onto the whole time.
"Thank you."
Syaoran nodded once more and walked off toward the P.E. room. Sakura did the same when Tomoyo walked out of the class.
"So what were you talking to Syaoran about?" Tomoyo asked giving Sakura a wink.
Sakura nudged her playfully. "I just asked him if he could help me with my math at lunch everyday. And he just nodded."
"Really? No one has gotten a nod from him before. I guess he's slowly coming around"
"I wouldn't say that, Miss Tomoyo."
Both girls stopped and saw the young man from before that Sakura meet. They looked at him as he stopped in front of them with his smile.
"Just because he gave someone a nod, doesn't mean that he's coming around. That man has a lot of mystery behind him. Just like that Egoshi person."
"Are you talking smack about me?" a harsh voice beamed from behind the girls.
"Why no I'm not, Egoshi. Just explaining to these girls that you and Syaoran have mysteries."
"Yeah sure. Keep your mouth shut, buddy and nothing will happen. Is that clear?"
"Of course. Sorry to have upset you."
Egoshi walked off toward the locker room to put on his football gear. Jinzuya said goodbye to the girls and ran off to the locker room as well. The girls did the same and walked out together to watch the football players practice. They didn't feel like running or walking around the track.
"Hey, Tomoyo, look! There's Jinzuya, Syaoran, and Egoshi. I never knew all three of them are on the football team. Specially Syaoran."
Syaoran was stretching and warming up. He was a wide receiver and seemed to be minding his own business and stayed in his own little world even though he worked with others on the team. Egoshi on the other hand was talking but very rudely to some of the players. He was the running back of the team and to everyone's surprise, he was good. Jinzuya was the starting quarterback. He had a strong arm and perfect aim. His favorite target seemed to be Syaoran.
The girls were pretty impressed by all three of them. They seemed to be the best on the team. Even though each one had their own mystery, they had skills in what they enjoy. The girls thought they even saw Syaoran smile while practicing. Egoshi didn't seem to be such a prick either when he was on the field. Jinzuya was of course the same but both of them thought something was strange about him. He didn't have an exact attitude or expression. It was just...there.
The seven minute bell rang so everyone went in and got dressed out. Sakura and Tomoyo walked out to the sidewalk now that school was out and saw Egoshi walking alone this time without his friends. He had sadness plastered on his face as he walked. Both girls looked at each other with confusion in their eyes.
"What in the world is wrong with him?" Tomoyo asked.
Sakura couldn't answer when she saw tears falling from his eyes. In his left hand was a letter that was unfolded. When someone tried to stop him to see what was wrong he brushed by them and continued to walk. He didn't pay attention to anyone at all. He just didn't seem to want any help.
Tomoyo nudged Sakura for them to keep walking and to try and not worry about it. They both walked together in silence for a few minutes before Sakura spoke her thoughts aloud.
"I wonder what happened."
"I'm not sure but it had to do with that letter he was holding."
"Yeah. I saw it too. But I have no idea what's going on now. Three people have something about them that no one knows about."
"True. I guess we'll have to figure them out ourselves shall we?"
"If you're really up to it."
They continued to talk about it and came up with some plans to try and figure out what was going on with them. They decided to work on Egoshi first. He seemed to be the one in pain more than the others...well at least they thought.
Tomoyo stopped when she saw Eriol and Syaoran walking ahead of them and gasped.
"What's wrong, Tomoyo?"
"Eriol is turning around coming toward us! And so is, Syaoran!"
Sakura looked ahead to see Eriol with a bright smile and Syaoran, hands in pockets, walking with him. They came up to the girls and stood there for a second before speaking.
"Hey uh, I was just wondering if you girls want to go to the Teen Bar tonight. Syaoran and I go there all the time to hang out with friends and have some fun."
Tomoyo squealed. "YES!"
"Okay, sure" was Sakura's answer.
"Okay great. It's tonight at 6:00 right near the school. It isn't hard to miss since you'll be hearing lots of music and stuff. See you there."
Eriol waved bye and Syaoran just turned around walking the other direction with Eriol. Sakura and Tomoyo looked at each other and jump in excitement. They finally get to go out and have fun after two horrid days at school! They ran home as fast as they could to get every prepared.
Sakura walked inside, put down her backpack and ran into the bathroom and took a warm bath. She walked out about thirty or so minutes later with a huge towel covering her slim body and a towel wrapped up her pretty auburn hair. Once dried off she picked out something casual. She picked out a pair of baggy black pants and a pink tank-top that said, "Cutie". She ran out and made sure the place was locked up and ran over to Tomoyo's house. She knocked on the door and Tomoyo opened the door with a towel around her and using another towel to dry off her hair.
"Sakura! I'm almost done! Come on in."
"Thank you. I hope you know that we have plenty of time left before we leave right?"
"Yeah I know but I want to and walk around the neighborhood. This is the only neighborhood that has sweet neighbors unlike the ones near the school."
"I've noticed when I encountered Egoshi who apparently was from the neighborhood."
Tomoyo nodded and ran upstairs into her room. Sakura sat down on the couch and got comfy. Tomoyo was lucky to be living on her own. She found a really nice house that she apparently is doing well to take care of. Sakura didn't want to leave her house though. She wanted to live with her parents and even her brother. But things have to be moved on sooner or later and she would have to face it.
Tomoyo came downstairs wearing blue short shorts and a green shirt that said, "Adorable" in black letters. Her hair was up in a bun making her look very pretty. They walked out heading toward the school to have a look at the neighborhood that Egoshi lived in. The area looked peaceful really. Both of them didn't see anything wrong. Sakura grabbed Tomoyo and brought her behind a fence when she caught sight of Egoshi.
He was sitting on a rocking chair in the front porch. He seemed blank not noticing anything around him. In his hand was the letter. His eyes were going back and forth reading it over and over again as if to make sure that this wasn't really happening, that there was a mistake in the letter that he missed. Tears came down his cheeks once more and he folded the letter up tilting his head back. He rocked back and forth.
"Awww, poor guy. Something is so wrong. I mean I know he's been mean all the time, but when someone is hurt I just can't stand to see them suffer!" Tomoyo said thinking her thoughts aloud.
"Yeah I know. But I think we should leave him alone. It looks like he doesn't want to be disturbed.."
Tomoyo looked back to Egoshi who opened a cooler and took out a cold coke. He took a big drain of it and set it down gently on the table beside him. He stared out into the sky looking as if he was wishing for something. Sakura and Tomoyo watched as he took a sip from his coke and he began to try and relax on the rocking chair.
Sakura hadn't noticed how long they were hiding there watching him. When he finally went back in they continued their walk around. They found a park about a block down from Egoshi's house and stayed there on the swings. Both of them concluded that the neighborhood here wasn't half bad, as long as it was school hours. When time was running against them, the girls walked over to the school. They could hear music a little ways up the road so both of them followed it and saw the Teen Bar.
"Well, this is it. Shall we go in?" Sakura asked Tomoyo.
She nodded and opened the door. They were immediately hit by music from a live band who was playing on stage. Tomoyo looked around and saw Eriol sitting at the bar drinking some coke with Syaoran. She walked over and tapped his shoulder. He turned around and flashed her his bright smile.
"Hey, hey. You made it! Great. Come sit down and relax."
Tomoyo blushed as she sat down next to Eriol and ordered a drink. Sakura took her time to come over. Once she did, she sat down next to Syaoran. He didn't seem to notice because he didn't look at her. He simply took another drink out of his mountain dew. Sakura ordered her drink relaxing a little bit.
"So, how are you doing?" Eriol asked Tomoyo.
She blushed a little. "I'm good. You?"
"Never better. I love to hang out at this place everyday. It's some place where I can hang out and relax. You know, get away from everyday life."
"Yeah I can see what you mean. This place is relaxing."
Before Eriol could respond, they heard a slow song being played and the singer's voice filled the atmosphere. It was so soft and sweet.
"I walk this road, having no clue where it goes. But with you in my sight, I wouldn't give up all hope. Where have you been my fallen angel? I can't stand the lonesome days. Where have you been my fallen angel?" (a/n. This is one of my songs that I wrote, just never put up. I couldn't think of any real songs so I just took one of mine.)
The other guitarist sang the chorus with him making their voices combined like a silent echo.
"When I thought I would've died, you were there to stay by my side. And when all faith was lost, You gave me strength. Where have you been my fallen angel?"
Eriol looked at Tomoyo who was in deep thought. He tapped her shoulder lightly. This broke her train of thought and she looked at him dreamily.
"Would you like to dance?"
"Yes!" Tomoyo said trying to keep from screaming too loud
Eriol smiled at her and offered his hand. She took it and they walked onto the dance floor. Tomoyo turned bright red when Eriol put his arms around her waist. She responded by putting her arms on his shoulders and looked into his deep eyes. They began to dance slowly with the beat of the music smiling.
Sakura sat there watching them smiling, glad that Tomoyo found someone to be with. The bartender handed her another drink. She took it and drank a little then set it down. She looked over at Syaoran who was drinking his mountain dew more slowly. He looked over at Eriol for a second then turned his attention to his drink. Sakura wondered how could someone like him not be happy. Why didn't he smile, talk, or even show emotions?" Her train of thought was shattered by a male voice from behind her.
"Excuse me, may I sit here?"
The voice sounded familiar and she knew who it was.
"Sure you may, Jinzuya. Order yourself a drink."
"Thank you. Bartender, I'll have a coke please."
The bartender nodded and handed him his drink. Jinzuya blew his bangs out of the way before taking a sip of his coke. He just sat there thinking for a little bit fiddling with his hands. Sakura watched him every now and then to see what he was doing. Then he looked at her with calm blue eyes.
"How did you know that this place existed?"
"Eriol invited us to come in and have some fun."
"Oh, Eriol did, huh? That's him to try and make anybody happy."
Sakura looked at him quizzically. "What do you mean by that?"
Jinzuya took a drink of his coke before answering. "Eriol has a passion to make anybody happy no matter what. He isn't the type that likes to see people in danger or sad. So he does the best he can to keep them happy. And apparently he's fallen for someone in the process."
The slow song ended. Tomoyo and Eriol walked back to the bar red as tomatoes. They began to talk to each other a little bit laughing and smiling.
"See what I mean?" Jinzuya said with a small smile and took another gulp.
"I'm glad Tomoyo has found someone. I think I'll trust Eriol to not hurt her either."
"I trust him too. In the relationships he's been in, the girls were the ones who hurt him. Which reminds me of..." he paused for a second when Syaoran got up and walked over to one of the couches and laid down, then continued.
"Reminds me of, Syaoran."
"What do you mean?"
Jinzuya flickered his eyes and took a drink. "Well, you see. I think I've figured out why Syaoran never talks or even shows emotions. I'm not sure if it's right but I'd like you to figure it out. Here's the story. I remember when Syaoran talked and showed emotions, laughed and everything else. It was because he was in love. He fell for this girl named..uhh...Jin, I think. She is a gorgeous girl and had the greatest personality. Then on a night that was rainy with a huge storm, she walked over to his house and dumped him right there saying she didn't want to be with him anymore. After that, he didn't talk so much then after a while completely stopped doing everything."
"So you think that's why?"
"Yeah. I'm not sure though. So if you want you can figure it out for yourself 'cuz I'm done trying to figure things out. Now if you excuse me, I'm going to go and lay on one of the couches."
Sakura said goodbye, and he left laying down on one of the couches stretching out as much as he could. Sakura looked at Syaoran who seemed to be looking up at the ceiling and or asleep. Eriol looked over to her and smiled.
"Wondering what Syaoran is doing?"
"Yeah. I'm not sure if he's asleep or staring at the ceiling."
"Oh, he's staring up at the ceiling knowing him. He thinks way too much."
"I see, well I'm going to figure out why he does it. I want him to talk a little. It feels weird hanging out with someone that doesn't talk or show emotions at all."
"True, but I've been friends with him from the start so I'm used to it. I don't mind him being that way. But if you manage to get him to be his normal self, then I'll be in your gratitude."
Sakura just let the words sink in before getting up and walking over to the couch where Syaoran lay. She didn't know what she was doing but she couldn't stop herself from it. Before she could turn back, she sat down at the edge of the couch and looked into those mysterious amber eyes. He didn't look at her at all. His eyes were glued to the ceiling still. His breathing was a normal rate and was acting as if she was absent to the world.
"Hello." Sakura said softly.
Syaoran gave a quick glance at her then went back to reading the ceiling. After a few seconds of that he closed his eyes and didn't even bother to move or anything. It was as if he was in another world not alive in this one.
"What in the world is wrong with you? You should talk more..." Sakura tried talking without thinking of anyways to help.
Again Syaoran didn't do anything but just kept his eyes closed. Sakura gave up for that moment and walked back to her seat and took a drink. Then she ordered some fries. Eriol looked at her with a little confusion.
"I forgot to tell you, he won't hear you much. When he closes his eyes like that, he's basically telling you to go away and leave him alone."
"Right, I'll remember that."
"Eriol, there's another slow song." Tomoyo said with pink cheeks.
He smiled and led her to the dance floor again and slow danced with her. Sakura watched them for a little bit realizing that those two were meant to be with each other. She sighed and ate some fries. Jinzuya was back from the couch and heard her sigh and looked up from his thoughts.
"Something wrong?"
"Huh? Oh nothing. I was just thinking of how well those two look together."
"Ahhh, yes of course. Young sweet love never hurt anybody...until one leaves.."
"What did you say?"
"Hmm? Oh nothing important."
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I'll end the chap here! Seems that It might be too long or something so yeah. Please leave a review.
