Hey guys. Srry I took so long to update. But I read the 1st chappie and I realized it sucked, so I made a new one.
YOU MUST READ CHAPPIE 1 AGAIN (CHANGED IT)
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Engraved in stone
Chapter two,
The Ceremony
This story/ CCS does not belong to me
Sayoran stepped off the carriage. The crowd screamed, from sheer habit, Prince Syaoran smiled. His gaze was caught to the large stone, and beside it, a platform for the ceremony. Except for the elaborate flower arrangements, the platform was empty. No sign of the bride. Then Syaoran remembered that Sakura's carriages were to arrive five minutes after his, to avoid accidents. Sir Robert followed Syaoran out of the carriage, and escorted him through the crowd to the platform. Syaoran suddenly felt sick: his legs shaky, his throat dry, his hands were cold, and his brow was burning. Sir Robert sensed Syaroan's discomfort and led him to a large tent beyond to recover. Syaoran closed his eyes and took some deep breaths. He felt better. Then he heard bared trumpets and the cheers from the crowd. He moved the flap of the tent to seep the carriage open. His heart pounded as he thought, I will finally see my bride.
A slender figure in a white down stepped out, she wore a heavy veil that obscured her features. She and a lady started walking. Given her slow progress, he guessed that Sakura knees were as wobbly as his own.
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Sakura gazed through the veil as walked slowly toward the platform. Everything had an odd white overlay – the faces she passed looked like they were caught in a heavy snowstorm. Even with her obstructed view, she was quite certain that the platform was empty. No glimpse of the groom, but the Whitehill carriage was present. Realizing he must be close, Sakura suddenly felt ill. She managed to croak out; "water," and Lady Clair led her past the platform into the tent.
Sakura's eyes had to adjust to the glare of the sun to the dark of the tent. She sensed two figures standing, but did not see their features. As she raised the veil, her eyes focused and she found herself staring into the face of a young man. He had straight unruly chestnut hair and piercing, laughing amber eyes. She had to admit that Prince Syaoran was quite handsome.
Syaoran stared back, his eyes locked with the girls. She had long, wavy auburn hair with serious emerald eyes (I know, I switched their personalities.) He had to admit that Princess Sakura was quite lovely.
Prince Syaoran broke the silence with a sly smile.
"Why, Sir Robert, She is everything you promised and more."
Sakura's heart leaped with the fraise. Syaoran continued, "Yes, how could a man not attach himself for life to such a stunning creature?" Then Syaoran rushed across the tent and threw his arms around the elderly Lady Clair.
Lady Clair and Sir Robert laughed at Syaoran's joke, but Sakura smoldered at the insult. Releasing from the bear hug, Lady Claire said, "Allow me to introduce myself. I am Lady Claire and this is my ward, Princess Sakura of Greycliff."
Stiffly, Syaoran bowed and Sakura curtsied. Lady Claire continued, "I had promised the Princess a drink of water, if you'll excuse me, I'll go fetch it."
"Let me assist you," insisted Sir Robert, and with a meaningful glance between them, the two left the tent.
Syaoran cleared his throat. "Would you allow me to ask a question to my future wife?"
"I don't think you should address it to me. Shouldn't you ask you wrinkled, gray-haired bride?" responded Sakura, her emerald eyes flashing.
"It happens that she could not resist the charms of Sir Robert and has deserted me. I am crushed, of course, but perhaps you can help me over come my grief."
"Can't you take anything seriously?" asked Sakura
"Can't you take anything humorously?" responded Syaoran. Sakura just glared.
Syaroan softened a bit. "No offense was intended by my joke, so no offense should be taken. Let's not waste this brief opportunity to get acquainted."
Sakura shrugged, so Syaoran continued, "I love sailing and horseback riding. How do you feel about them?"
Sakura did not have to think for a moment. "Sailing makes me horribly seasick and horses make me sneeze. But I love poetry and polyphonic music. How do you feel about those?"
Syaoran was equally quick to respond. "Poetry makes me irritable and fidgety. Serious music makes me unbearably sleepy." Syaoran thought he had better try a sure thing. "How about a summer afternoon watching jousting?"
"Boring." She replied. Sakura thought she would try safe ground.
"How about a winters evening reading a book?"
"Hateful" he replied.
The disappointed Sakura cried, "This is terrible. I see we have nothing in common. If only this marital obligation could be undone."
"Finally something we agree on," declared Syaoran.
Sir Robert and Lady Clair Returned, bearing a goblet of water.
"Ah, I hear you are in agreement. Splendid, just splendid," said Sir Robert, congratulating himself on leaving the two young people alone. "Well, let us delay no further. Your subjects are waiting, as are the feasts and the festivities."
After Sakura had a quick drink, the group walked out to the platform. The young people were placed next to each other, and Lady Clair and sir Robert took their places at the helm to conduct the ceremony.
"We are gather here today," began Lady Clair, "to fulfill a promise made many years ago to the people of Graycliff and Whitehill."
"Indeed, at this historic event you will witness the joining together of Princess Sakura and Prince Syaoran, for the duration of their lives," said Sir Robert. "Let us review(A.N Review!) the terms of the stone." Lady Clair gestured to the front of the rock, where all eyes turned. Lady Claire read aloud the words that were carved there:
YOUR JOYS ARE MY DELIGHT,
YOUR WOES ARE MY SORROW,
YOUR PRESENT IS MY DAY,
YOUR FUTURE, MY TOMORROW.
It is proclaimed and promised that Princess Sakura and Prince Syaoran shall be married for life before the age of 16. This contract will be sealed with a kiss. Failure to comply with the terms of this engraving will result in parties being turned to stone forever.
Sir Robert cleared his throat. "As dictated by the stone, Sakura and Syaoran you are to learn to live not only with each other but for each other. And now, its time to complete this promise with a kiss."
Their thought and regrets were interrupted by the chant, "Kiss now, kiss now."
The to engaged people turned to each other. Syaoran closed his eyes and tried to imagine his dream girl. Tried to look into laughing blue eyes. All he could conjure up was two blazing emerald eyes. He opened his eyes and started to lean in.
Sakura could feel him getting near. She tried to look into beautiful eyes, but she could only see two laughing amber eyes. She too, started to lean closer.
I'm Sorry to leave you here! Review Pls! Flames are welcomed!I am also sorry that I did not update in a while. If you have not seen my other story, "My True Love" then pls do! I will update both of my story as soon as possible.