AayMee: Thank you for reading my story!
Summary: In the middle of an unknown forest was an unknown town. In there, the people had their own customs that everyone has to follow. This town was laid a curse which no one was ever to step out or into their town. In this town lived a girl who's almost up to the age of marrying. There was a specific they had to marry and it means to choose their spouse randomly. And it's a forever thing. What if this girl picked someone she hated and they are stuck together forever?
Key:
--- Flashback
"" Speech
Italic Thought
( ) Me!
... Skip of scene
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Twilight-star1: Okay maybe Sakura's mad at Syaoran for something too little but if you read on you'll see there's more to her flashback. Thank you for you opinion I really appreciate it.
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Recap of last chapter:
"And that's why I hate him." Sakura said looking away avoiding Tomoyo's eyes.
Tomoyo giggled.
Sakura looked at her strangely. "What's so funny?"
Tomoyo grinned. "I know you don't hate him."
"W-what do you mean?"
"I know you like him."
Let's Get Married
Chapter Two: Unexpected Things
"Me like him? Are you okay, Tomoyo?" Sakura asked avoiding Tomoyo's eyes.
Tomoyo got up. "It's okay if you don't want to tell me. I respect your privacy." She started walking out the door.
Sakura looked at her go. "Where are you going?"
Tomoyo turned and smiled. "You came this long, and I didn't serve you any tea. I'll get us some cake."
"T-thank you."
And Tomoyo left. Behind the door, "Sakura does like him, she just don't know her own feelings."
...
"There are only few more weeks till your birthday!" Tomoyo squealed.
Sakura fidgeted in her seat. "Why are you so happy?"
"Because all women at their 16th birthday-wedding are the most beautiful. I know you can't wait."
Sakura rolled her eyes. "Yeah, I could hardly wait."
"Come on, you should be happy."
"You seem to be happier than I am."
"That's because I'm happy for you."
Just then Eriol came through the door.
"Good morning Sakura... Tomoyo."
Sakura smiled and blushed. "G-good morning, Eriol."
Tomoyo didn't turn around and said quietly, "Good morning."
The teacher came in.
"Ohayo gozaimasu class.
The sensei started telling about some school news just before the first period bell rang.
Eriol, who sat behind Tomoyo, tapped on her shoulder. He looked at the people around him to see if anyone was overhearing. He saw everyone was talking with someone else and he whispered in Tomoyo's ear, "Meet me under our tree."
Tomoyo was startled but she slowly nodded.
They made sure no one heard. But one person heard it all.
RiNGGGG.
...
"Eriol, are you okay? Anyone could have heard you. You know your relationship with ... could go down the drain if someone found out. You know you're not allowed to go out with anyone in this town." Syaoran growled.
"It's not like you never did, remember Mi--"
Syaoran looked away. "Don't even mention her; she got Sakura hating me for years. And I found out she was just playing me to --" Syaoran looked at Eriol. "Weren't we talking about you and Tomoyo?"
"I thought I almost got you there." Eriol sighed. "I know it's against the customs, but I really like her. I really want to see her before Sakura's wedding. What if she randomly chose me? Then T- and I would be over."
"You're going out with her best friend behind her back."
"It's... not like I'm dating Sakura."
"But you know she likes you."
"So...? That doesn't mean I like her..."
"You could ruin a perfect friendship like that."
Eriol looked at Syaoran strangely. "When did you start worrying about Sakura? I thought you hated her."
Syaoran looked away. "H-hate is too strong. More like dislike. But I really don't want you to do something bad."
Eriol patted him on the shoulder. "I know you care about me; I know what I'm doing. If anyone asks about me and T- , we're just friends."
"Shh. If anyone heard you are going to be dead."
"Okay okay, I'll see you later. I have to see Tom-."
"Watch what you're saying."
"Thanks buddy, catch you later." Eriol waved and ran off.
...
"What was Eriol asking you about?" Sakura asked while eating her lunch.
"When?"
"In homeroom, I saw him whispering to you."
Tomoyo looked away. "N-nothing."
Sakura tried catching her eyes. "You sure?"
Tomoyo put on a small smile. "When did I ever lie to you?"
Sakura smiled widely. "Okay, I believe you."
Tomoyo looked away again. I'm sorry, Sakura. I didn't mean to lie to you. I hope you forgive me.
Tomoyo suddenly got up and tried to sneak away.
Sakura caught her, unfortunately. "Where are you going?"
"I-I'm going to buy a drink. I'll be right back." And she zoomed away.
Sakura found her wallet on the floor. How is she going to buy a drink without money?
Sakura shrugged and ran to catch up with her friend.
...
Tomoyo ran up to the tree and there she saw Eriol. She hugged him from behind.
"Guess who?" She asked.
"Who else could it be?" Eriol turned around and hugged her tightly. "Did anyone follow you when you came?"
"I'm sure no one did." Tomoyo let go and sat down behind the tree. Eriol sat right next to her.
"So why did you ask me to come?"
"I just wanted to see you."
"I don't know if this is right..."
Eriol looked at her. "Why are you so worried?"
"You know this is against the customs of the town. We could receive severe punishment."
"But feelings come and we can't stop them."
"I know but ... Sakura really likes you."
"Sakura. Is that what you guys all care about?"
Tomoyo looked at him worryingly as Eriol turned away. "She's my best friend. I don't want to hurt her."
"And you don't care about my feelings?"
"I do but I have to care about Sakura's too. And what we're doing right now is just not right."
Eriol got up. "If you think this is not right, then let's break up."
"Shh... do you want to get in trouble? That's not what I mean. I really like you, and I'm willing to do anything for you. But Sakura's my best friend and nothing's going to change that."
Tomoyo was about to leave when Eriol held on to her wrist. "Okay, I'm sorry. I can't lose you that's why."
Tomoyo looked up at him. "I can't lose you either..."
...
Sakura searched the cafeteria and the school yard. She didn't see Tomoyo. Just then she bumped into Syaoran.
"Oh, I'm so-." She looked up.
"It's you!" They both said together.
Sakura stood up straight. "What are you doing here?"
"What are Y0U doing here?" Syaoran asked back.
"Anyone could walk here."
"Exactly."
Sakura looked around the place. "I don't have time to talk with you. Did you see Tomoyo?"
"Daidouji-san? She's --" Syaoran stopped. She's probably with Eriol.
Sakura looked eager to know. "Where is she?"
Syaoran smirked. "She could be anywhere. I'm not telling you unless you go out with me."
Sakura rolled her eyes. "Never mind, I'll find her myself." She looked around some more. She saw a girl with wavy raven hair behind a tree.
"I see her. Thanks for nothing, Li!" And she ran off.
"Holy crap, what if she finds out about Eri--" And he ran to catch Sakura.
"I think you got the wrong person, she can't be here." Syaoran laughed sheepishly as he walked fast to follow her pace.
"I'm sure that's Tomoyo. See, it is her." Sakura waved. "Tomoyo!"
Tomoyo turned around. Sakura?
"Hi Sakura."
She let out a sigh. "Hi, Tomoyo. I finally found you. You left your wallet und--" She noticed Eriol was there.
She blushed. "E-Eriol, what are you doing here?"
"I- I was t-talking..." He stuttered. Make up a lie fast.
"He was talking with Tomoyo about you." Syaoran said coming out behind Eriol.
Eriol sighed. "Yeah, we were."
Sakura blushed. "A-about me?"
Tomoyo joined in. "Yeah, about you. You are just so cute. I've got to make more clothes for you. Come on, Sakura. What were you saying before?" And she pushed her off. Tomoyo glanced back at Eriol.
Eriol looked at Syaoran. "Where did you come from?"
Syaoran patted his back, "I was saving your butt right there. I saw Sakura and she spotted Tomoyo, you guys could have been discovered then I don't know what I'm going to do if I lose a friend."
"Man, you're the best friend anyone could ever have."
"And what did you say last time, huh?"
"Okay, I'm sorry. We're going to be late for class."
"I wasn't the one flirting."
Eriol slapped him playfully on the arm. "We were so not flirting."
...
"I never knew you and Eriol is that close." Sakura said slowly walking up the stairs.
Tomoyo was daydreaming.
Sakura waved her hand in front of her face. "Tomoyo?"
She still didn't answer. She shouted in her ear. "Tomoyo!"
"Huh?" And Tomoyo almost slipped. Sakura caught her just in time.
"Are you okay, Tomoyo?"
"Oh, I'm so sorry, Sakura. I was daydreaming. What were you saying?"
She sat down on the stairs.
"Are you and Eriol close?"
Tomoyo was startled. "W-why do you ask?"
Sakura puts her head in her lap. "Just wondering."
"Oh, Sakura." Tomoyo sits next to her. "Don't worry; Eriol and I are just friends. Nothing's between us." Yeah right...
Sakura sat up straight. "Really?"
"I would never lie to you." Tomoyo hugged her. "I would never lie." I'm sorry Sakura.
Sakura got up. "Whatever's the problem, come to me. I would never let you down."
"Thanks Sakura. You're the best friend ever." The more I don't want to lie to you.
"And for my upcoming wedding, I want you to be the maid of honor, hair dresser, make up artist and everything because on the most important day of my life, you have to be there."
Tomoyo gave a weak smile. "Wow... I'm that important."
"Of course. Sakura's best friend is very important."
"W-what if I lied to you about something big? Something's that's also very important to you?" Tomoyo asked.
Sakura looked up. "Hmmm... what would I do?" Sakura jumped and hugged Tomoyo. "All forgiven. And plus, you said you would never lie to me. I trust you, that's all that matters."
Tomoyo hugged Sakura back. "Right, best friends are supposed to be honest with each other..."
Sakura let go and eyed her. "Are you sure you didn't do anything like that?"
Tomoyo shook her head fiercely. "W-why would I do that?"
"I know right." Sakura smiled.
RiNGGG.
"Oh no. We have to get to class fast, many kids are going to go up and down the stairs now." Sakura shouted grabbing Tomoyo's hand.
Tomoyo sighed, what am I to do?
AayMee: What is Tomoyo to do? She's kind of betraying her friend, in a way. Going out with her best friend's crush. Why don't you read and find out? Soon it's going to be Sakura's wedding too. I wonder who it is going to be. It's kind of obvious. =P Review please if you have any comments. Even though, I've started on the third chapter, I could still use some suggestions for the rest of the story and maybe for the 3rd chapter too. And also, I like reading reviews, it gives me the 'feeling' (can't find the right word now) to continue writing.
Thank you for reading.
