Somewhere, Somehow

Author's Notes: I believe I should thank you for all the death glares, threats and everything you gave me in the previous chapter. Hehe! I received a lot of them, but that's fine. I understand why you're all giving me those threats. Anyway, Amaya has something up her sleeve and it isn't good! Thanks for the reviews/threats!

Chapter Eight – Telling Her Already

Syaoran sat inside his office, staring at his table aimlessly. He looked at the time and saw that it was already 10 past 1. A frown appeared on his face; Amaya was late! He looked outside the window behind him and saw that there was no traffic or any possible traffic that could occur during this time. A knock came upon the door and Maya, his assistant entered.

"Mr. Li, a Ms. Amaya Tsugishiro is here to see you"

"Let her in"

Maya stepped aside and let Amaya come inside Syaoran's office. Maya left and closed the door behind her. Amaya stood in front of Syaoran's table, wearing a white dress with pink floral designs. Syaoran studied her carefully.

'That dress would look better on Sakura…'

"You're late" he growled at her

"Sorry, I got caught up in choosing my dress. You know that I should look presentable, especially to you"

Syaoran discreetly cringed and motioned for her to sit down.

"Do you want something to drink?" he asked, slightly sounding gruff

Amaya shook her head, "No, thanks" she said and smiled at him

Syaoran tried keeping a straight face and not to cringe at the sight of her smiling face.

"Nice office…" Amaya said, looking around

Syaoran looked around; there wasn't really any interesting about it, just a few paintings of landscapes or whatever.

"Whatever. Anyway, about the wedding," Syaoran paused and sighed, "I really think this won't work out between us. I mean, I could barely trust you already"

"I changed, Syaoran. I changed for the better, I can assure you that. I know I've been a bad girl in the past and I really regret for what I did in that house party. I regret everything after that."

Syaoran sighed; he didn't know if Amaya was lying again or not. He should be careful this time before making the right decision.

"Think about your mother, Syaoran. I'm sure she wants to see her son happily married before she 'goes'."

Syaoran cringed. Happily married to Amaya? That would be like committing matrimonial suicide.

"Fine."

"What?"

"Fine. I'll marry you" Syaoran said through gritted teeth

Amaya jumped up from her seat, "Oh my God! Thank you so much, Syaoran! You don't know how much this means a lot to me and my mother!" she was about to jump on his table and hug him when he stopped her by putting up a palm.

"IF! I'll only marry you if you can prove yourself that you changed, and I mean for the better! One mistake, I don't care how big, small or stupid it is, just one mistake from you and the wedding is OFF!"

A smile crept on Amaya's face as she vigorously nodded, "Thank you so much! You don't know how much you made my day!"

She went towards Syaoran and hugged him.

"I love you so much…" she whispered in his ear

Syaoran closed his eyes and frowned. He lifted his hands slowly and placed them around Amaya's waist but didn't say anything back. He murmured a few inaudible words.

'I wonder how Sakura is going to take this…' Syaoran thought, 'Well, I hope she understands…I'm sure she will; she is my best friend…'

The next day, Tomoyo left early for an early breakfast date with Eriol. Today was the last day Sakura and Tomoyo were going to be in Hong Kong. Tomorrow afternoon, they will be leaving for a 1:30 flight back to Japan. Sakura was watching TV but was barely concentrating on what she was watching. Her thoughts were on about how she will miss Syaoran so much when she leaves for Japan tomorrow.

'I wonder if he'll miss me; I haven't seen much of him these days. Hmmm…maybe I'll visit him and take him out for lunch this afternoon. Yeah, I'll do that'

Sakura got off the couch and headed for the bathroom. On her way, she stopped and looked at the time. The time read 10:57am. She still had an hour to prepare. Once she finished taking a lukewarm bath and picking out her outfit, it was already 11:40. She placed a pair of pink sunglasses on top of her head as she left a note for Tomoyo and finally leaving the room. Once she stepped outside the hotel, she placed her sunglasses in front of her eyes. Sakura hauled a cab and told the driver to take her to the Li Corporation building.

Syaoran was now sitting behind his desk and stirring his coffee with a silver teaspoon. In front of him was Amaya, telling him how she wanted their wedding to be like.

"I want a big traditional wedding in a church, of course! The middle aisle should be covered in red carpet with red and white rose petals! There also should be sweet-smelling flowers on white columns on the side! I also want pink ribbons attached to the seats and everything! Oh my God, I'm so excited!" Amaya squealed

Syaoran was still stirring until he took a sip from the white teacup.

"Were you listening, Syaoran?"

Syaoran placed his cup down and nodded when he really didn't. He did manage to catch a few sentences though.

Syaoran nodded, "Did you get all of that, Maya?"

Maya, who was standing there with a clipboard in her hands, nodded.

"Yes, sir" she replied

"Well, I better get going. Bye Syaoran!" Amaya said, standing up from her seat, "By the way, I need an engagement ring. Bye!"

And with that, Amaya left the room and closed the door. Syaoran sighed and slouched on his chair.

"Finally! I thought she would never leave!" he took another sip from his coffee, "That bitch." He muttered

Maya giggled. Syaoran looked at her and she immediately stopped.

"Sorry, sir" she apologized

"That's quite alright, Maya" he sighed again

Sakura finally arrived and rode the elevator to where Syaoran's office was located. When entered the door, she suddenly collided with Amaya.

"Oh my gosh! I'm so sorry!" Sakura quickly apologized

Amaya was about to open her mouth and apologize as well when she stopped. Her mouth closed when she saw who she collided with and was about to apologize.

"Y-You should watch where you're going!" Amaya snapped, stuck her nose up in the air and walked away.

Sakura frowned and shook her head, "People these days. What was she doing here?" Sakura wondered but shrugged it off. She saw the door which led to Syaoran's office. Turning the doorknob, she pushed the door open and went inside.

"Surprise!"

Syaoran, who was sipping his coffee, almost choked when he saw Sakura jump out in surprise.

"S-Sakura! What are you doing here?"

Sakura closed the door and went towards Syaoran.

"Well, I thought I'd drop by to surprise you and take you out for lunch. So, what do you say?"

Syaoran looked at Sakura for a while and looked away, "Sure. You go ahead outside, I'll be out in a while, just have to settle a few things"

Sakura cocked her head to the side and looked at him, "Okay"

Sakura went outside, sat down on one of the chairs and waited for Syaoran.

Syaoran sighed as he heard the door close.

"May I ask a question, sir?" Maya asked

"Go ahead"

"Pardon me for asking but, do you love Ms. Kinomoto?"

Syaoran closed his eyes.

"Of course I do; she's my best friend" Syaoran muttered

"I think you know what I mean by the word 'love', sir" Maya said with a smile on her face.

Syaoran sighed, "I don't have time for this Maya. Anyway, I'm going now to have lunch with Sakura."

"Have a good lunch, sir"

"So, where do you want to eat?" Sakura asked Syaoran while they were in the elevator.

"Huh? Why do I have to pick?"

"Nothing really. I just want this day to be special"

Syaoran raised an eyebrow, "May I ask why?"

Sakura looked down at the floor, "I'm leaving Hong Kong tomorrow, Syaoran. My business is done here."

Syaoran's eyes widened at this.

"Tell me you're joking…"

"But don't worry! I'll come to visit!" Sakura said, smiling at him, "I promise"

Sakura held out her pinky finger. Syaoran looked at it and then hooked his own pinky finger. The both of them smiled at each other. Once they were inside the car, Syaoran was looking out the window, looking at the buildings they were passing by to get to the Chinese restaurant. Sakura was beside him, looking out the window as well. Syaoran couldn't help but look at Sakura's way. Syaoran noticed that the outfit she was wearing suited her perfectly. She was wearing a pink off shoulder top, denim jeans, white sandals and of course, the necklace Syaoran gave her.

When they arrived at the restaurant, Syaoran held out the chair Sakura was going to sit on. Sakura thanked him as a waitress handed them menus. After a few minutes of chatting and catching up, the food arrived and the both of them started eating. The smile on Syaoran's face after laughing with Sakura suddenly faded. He poked his chopsticks at his food and ate reluctantly. Sakura noticed what Syaoran was doing.

"Is there something wrong, Syaoran?"

Syaoran shook his head, "It's nothing…"

Sakura looked at him skeptically, "Are you sure? I mean, is there anything I can do to help?"

Syaoran shook his head again, 'Unless you could create a miracle to get me out of this wedding. Great, how am I supposed to tell her!?'

After a few moments of silence, Syaoran placed his chopsticks on top of his rice bowl and looked at Sakura. Sakura blinked as she ate some dimsum.

"Sakura…"

"Hmm?"

"There's something," Syaoran paused. Was he ready to tell her? Was he man enough to tell his best friend that he's getting married? 'Oh, what the hell, it's not like she's going to get angry at me, right? RIGHT?'

"There's something I have to tell you…and I think you should know right now"

"What is it?"

Here it goes.

"I – I," he couldn't hold it back any longer; "I'm getting married!"

Author's Notes: And there my wonderful reviewers, is where this chapter ends! Bwahaha! Another cliffhanger! I already have a feeling you all hate me by now! Anyway, sorry for the cliffhanger! Don't worry; next chapter will be out soon! Ja!

lilac-cherryblossoms-sakura: I really don't hate the dubbing, just irritated by it at times. And I live in Manila. Thanks for the review!

Serenity's Blaim: Hehe. Thanks! I'm still figuring out how Yelan will meet Sakura…gah! Thanks for the review and the suggestion too!

Charice: It was more than 48 hours! Hehe. Thanks for the review!

Copperline Kitty: Lol. Suicidal people…that's supposed to be me too. Lol. That's a relief that she got caught by her crush. Lol and you, I thank the tree branch for saving you, lol. Thanks for the review!

JB: Wow, you like Amaya? I thought I'd never see the day! Lol. Well, yes, Amaya likes Syaoran. Thanks for the review!

Tamer Shadow: I gave you a lot of spoilers! Yes, give me a gold trophy for my evilness! Hah! You never strangled me! Bwahaha! I rock! Lol See you at the fair!

Sarah the Original: Well, I don't know really. Maybe 70 percent? Ask my friends.

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And also thanks to: Illusion Dragon, kate, Viky, anonymous, chikichiki, evenstar-archer, sakura.cherryblossom.kinomoto, Sagistar, and wandgirl! Thanks again!