By: Miya Kurane
DISCLAIMER: We don't own CCS… 'nuff said.
Chapter 5: Tormented MemoriesAn auburn-haired beauty sat by the bench at the park when suddenly the dark sky poured out a heavy, misty rain. Her whole body wet, her feet tired from running away and her eyes swollen from crying. She tried to escape the pain but it kept coming back. No matter how hard she tries to avoid the arrow that stabbed her heart, she failed to do so.
"O God! I can't take it anymore!" she choked, her cries faint because of Mother Nature's angry thunders. It was a whisper, like a prayer of help. She just let her tears stream down on her cheeks, each falling tear is because of a certain man she loved so much, the man whom she cherished deep within her heart, mind and soul. The man who let her fall in love and crash into pain's arms.
"Syaoran…" she paused upon hearing the footsteps from behind.
"Sakura!" a worried voice came upon the sounds of the rain. Relief visible from his deep blue eyes. Carrying his umbrella and flashlight, he approached Sakura and hugged her. Dropping his umbrella and flashlight, he tightened his hug. It wasn't usual though for Sakura but she was too tired to argue. The man took her hand and led her back to his Porsche. Sakura just followed, tears continued streaming down on her face. As they entered the vehicle, his demeanor can't help but be curious and be concerned at the same time.
"Sakura, do you want to talk about it?" he asked before he could stop himself.
"Eriol…" she paused. "I HATE HIM! I can't believe I'm letting him hurt me! Torturing me while having fun with another girl! I just… hate him!"
To Eriol's surprise, Sakura buried her face over his chest and cried hard. Releasing all of the pain and anger she'd been keeping. Eriol, ever so sweet, caring and gentle, pulled her closer in his arms. Telling her soothing words and caressing her back. Seeing her like this makes his heart hurt so much.
"Please Sakura… don't cry anymore, everything will be fine. I promise that I'll always be here and I won't leave you, never in my life." He finished realizing that she had already dozed off. The car wheeled through the slippery road as the rain gets weaker, and the moon is starting to show itself. As they got home, he expertly carried Sakura inside and up to her room, gently placing her on her bed. He took her shoes off and tucks her securely, then went to his room and takes his slumber.
BREAKFAST AT ERIOL'S MANSION
Two emerald gems were opened as the sun's rays shine brightly in the room. Sakura sat up carefully as her eyes scanned the pinkish room. She realized then that her eyes were sore from crying last night. 'What happened? Where am I?' a long pause was uttered in the silent room as she realized that she's not wearing her wet clothes anymore. 'Eriol!' as soon as her mind mentioned his name, the door slowly swung open and revealed Eriol's cheery face.
"Good morning! I see that you're already awake. How are you?" he asked as he places the tray on her lap and took a seat beside her.
"Breakfast in bed!" he exclaimed.
"Um… Ohayo Eriol-kun! I-I'm quite alright. Arigatou for doing this but you don't have-" her talking was cut short, she looked at her left hand and blushed wildly. Eriol held her hand tight and whispered "I want to Sakura… no need to worry." His words brought red streaks on her cheeks. Silence took over the whole room as they stared at each other's eyes. Sakura feeling awkward and all started to eat her meal.
"Do you want to go out later?" Eriol asked as he noticed the stiffed movement of Sakura.
"Where to?" Sakura replied munching on her garlic bread.
"To the supermarket, if you don't mind." He replied, staring at her.
"I love to accompany you." Sakura finished.
"Great! I just need to buy our supplies for the week." He blabbed while standing up.
"Sure, no problem." She assured and blushed once again. 'Our?'
"If you're done eating, just leave the tray and the maids will clean that up." He paused, "I'll just wait for you downstairs, beautiful." He continued then went to his room and changed hi clothes.
SUPERMARKET
"Moyo, you don't have to do this." The chestnut hared guy stated following Tomoyo through the aisle.
"Syaoran, I want to do this, and besides I'll be doing this in the near future so why wait and not start now, right?" Tomoyo reasoned out and getting the ingredients she needed to make a scrumptious dinner for the Li's.
"But…" he started, making Tomoyo look at him.
"Please…" she pleaded looking straight into Syaoran's eyes and making him unwillingly agree with her.
"Don't look at me that way…" Syaoran commanded, but sounded like he was pleading. Tomoyo kept on giving him the same look, which made Syaoran to let her do her own thing.
"Oh, all right!" he said and pushed the cart while Tomoyo's fingers interlaced to his own.
"Yehey! I win!" she beamed. 'I'm so happy… I hope it will last.'
!MEANWHILE AT THE ENTRANCE!
"Hmm… it's so nice to go out and take some fresh air." Sakura stated looking refreshed and happy once again.
"Feeling great?" Eriol asked, pushing the cart to their destination.
"Awesome!" she responded, then looked at Eriol and asked, "What are we going to get?"
"Some milk and eggs. What do you want?"
"I'll think about it." She shrugged. To her surprise, few wild kids rushed passed her with the grocery cart and flashed like thunders making her loose her balance. Thinking of the pain she will get when she lands, two strong arms held her close to his protecting body. She felt the warmth of his embrace. 'Just like Syaoran's… wait! Snap out of it!'
"HOE!" she reacted sending blushes to her cheeks.
"Are you all right?" Eriol asked worriedly.
"Yes, I'm all right, thanks to you once again." Eriol chuckled at Sakura's statement and let her go as they continued to shop.
!BACK TO THE FIRST COUPLE!
A loud hoe got the attention of everyone, especially Syaoran. Following the distinct voice, he didn't like what he saw. Hurt and pain washed over him, bringing back all the unwanted memories.
"Syaoran baby, are you all right?" a worried voice asked, but didn't get an answer.
Syaoran stared at the scene before his eyes, his Sakura, is being embraced by a man he doesn't even know. The scene kept on replaying in his mind wishing that it was him who is with her, instead of that man. Wishing that he never should have let her go.
"Sakura…"
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Miya Kurane: hey guys! O sorry to keep you waiting! I've been busy with school works and stuffs. Anyways, hope you like it and please review! Thanks so much for reading! anyways, a million thanks to the following who reviewed:
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