The Fairy of the Sakura Tree
By: Silver Moonlight Phoenix
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Chapter Five: Let's talk.
I walked slowly, following the river's path. I still don't feel like going home. I'd have to face those arrogant fools again. Maybe I should accept Sakura's proposal. Then I wouldn't have to deal with those fools. I wonder if it's more peaceful in Sakura's world.
I wonder if I'll be worthy to be there…
I wonder if I'm worthy for her?
I shook my thoughts away. I better hurry up. I want to go to sleep as soon as possible.
I walked faster. The moon was shining above. I could hear some wolves howling. Are they greeting me good night? I hope so.
I reached my house only to see a grinning Eriol blocking the front door.
"Move it." I ordered.
He didn't obey though. He's so irritating.
"Hey there cuz! You know, I met someone today who's just as crazy as you are. She believes in fairies! Maybe you two could share some fairy stories together." he said.
I snorted.
"I have no time for jokes." I stated.
His face turned serious.
"I'm telling the truth. If you want, I could introduce you to her. Believe me, she's hot! You two would make a great couple!" he said and pulled my hand.
I was taken aback, but I let him pull me anyway. I'm too tired to protest.
He took me to an inn. It was nothing special but boy was it packed!
"Is that person you're talking about staying here?" I asked.
"No. She's working here. Her name is Tomoyo Daidouji. I think she's the same age as we are. Long black hair, amethyst eyes… a hot body. She's very gentle and let me tell you. She's beautiful!"
"Whatever. Didn't you tell me that she believes in fairies."
"Yeah, she does. She's afraid of them. Don't ask me why. I don't know. She says they're dangerous and cunning. She's pretty… but weird."
"Fairies aren't dangerous!"
"Easy there Li. I'm just telling you what she told me. Don't go wacko and scold me in front of these people."
"Whatever."
"I'll call her now."
Eriol waved his hand and a pretty girl approached us. Whoa! She is beautiful… maybe even better than Sakura…
What am I thinking! I should be thinking of Sakura and Sakura only! I'm so stupid!
But still… she is captivating.
She smiled at us.
"Hello Eriol. Is this your friend?" she asked.
"Yeah. Tomoyo, I want you to meet my cousin. He's name is Syaoran Li."
Tomoyo bowed and gave me a smile. I smiled back.
"I see you're the son of the famous hunter."
"Sad but true."
She giggled at my little joke. She's so dreamy…
I mentally slapped myself.
Okay! You can stop drooling now Syaoran!
"Let's have a seat, shall we?" Tomoyo invited.
"Well, I really got to go. You guys talk. I've got to get home. My other cousin is getting mad. I still have cleaning duties to finish." Eriol said.
I'll bet all my money he's talking about Meiling. She the biggest cleanliness critic I've ever met.
We waved him goodbye.
"So… tell me something about you." she said.
"Uhm… Well, I'm Syaoran Li. We're not really that rich but I live a good life. My father expects me to be a hunter like him. Well, that's basically it." I could almost see myself blushing. Darn it! What the hell is wrong with me! I've never acted this way in front of a girl before. Not even in front of Sakura.
"Uhmm… It's your turn." I told her. God! I'm so embarrassed!
She smiled again.
"I'm Tomoyo Daidouji. I work here in this inn. I'm expected to take over this estate when I'm in the right age. I follow my family's traditions and beliefs. In short, I live a normal life."
"We're the same…"
We laughed and then I asked the question that was bothering my mind.
"Do you believe in fairies?"
At that question, her lovely smile disappeared. Way to go Syaoran!
"Yes I do."
"Well…"
"Eriol told me you've met one and a female fairy to be exact."
"Yes."
"Do you like her.?"
"I think so."
"If she loves you back, there's no problem."
"Tell me. Why are you afraid of them?"
She looked hesitant to answer. I gave her my trust-me look. In the end, she told me.
"I remember it clearly. As if it happened yesterday. I was attacked by one when I was about five. I was taking a stroll in the forest. Listening to the birds and picking some flowers when I came across this pretty white butterfly. I ran after it. The butterfly led me into a beautiful flowerbed. I was fascinated. There was a cherry tree in the center. It was lovely."
"I picked some flowers. At first, everything was okay… but when I began to gather more of them the cherry tree glowed. I was frightened and confused. I didn't move from my spot. A girl, about my age approached me. She was glaring at me with her green eyes. Then her eyes looked at the bouquet of flowers I picked. She was glowing red. Her eyes turned dark. I was shaking at that time. She looked so mad. I stared at her and then she said.
"You're killing the flowers."
I screamed and screamed but she just stood there. Her pretty face vanished and a demon replaced it. I was so scared. She grew long nails and scratched me over and over again. I was found the next day in a meadow. After that, I never came back to the forest again."
She sighed after telling me her story.
That fairy's description… it's definitely Sakura! And the place… it's where I met her!
"Can you prove it to me? Prove it to me that you were really attacked?" I asked.
"The wound healed… but there one scar that remains. Come with me."
I followed her. She led me to a room. It was probably hers. She loosened her kimono and shoved her hair in front of her. There at the back of her neck was a scar… shaped like a cherry blossom.