A note from me: Weee! I'm so excited! This is what i've been waiting for! This is awesome. So, the story behind this chp. is that I was like so inspired by this AMV of cardcaptor Sakura and i was just dying to write a chapter about it and draw some pics too. BTW there are new pics at the bottom of my profile! AND... the AMV of where i got my inspiration. Just kinda imagine the dance kinda like that.
I wish there was a way to add parts to chapters cause i really didn't want to make this chp. 16 but oh well.

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Raven: I do own Sakura, Kaori, and the Luna family.
Alice: AND THANKS FOR THE REVIEWS!
Raven: Yeah! I really appreciate them.
Alice: There aren't any spoilers so no worries.
Raven: I love that song in the AMV. it's called romeo and juliet by S.O.A.P.
Alice: Yes... anywho... Let's get started.
Raven: Before we do... THERE MAY BE MANY MISTAKES AND ERRORS CAUSE I WAS TOO LAZY TO GO BACK AND EDIT THEM. okay i'm done.
Alice: You know... i wonder how many people actually read our little rants.
Chapter 16: The Masquerade part two

Soon, the day had come for Sakura and Yuki to leave. Kaori came by.

"The dance only lasts one night but the party will last for three nights. Did you pack enough clothes?" Kaori was with Sakura in her room.

"Yeah, I think I brought enough stuff."

"That's good. Say, why don't we ask Yuki if he could come. He couldn't be in the dance but he can still enjoy the others things there."

"Uh, well, it's really last minute and-"

"Don't worry. I'll ask." Kaori went into Yuki's room.

"Hey Prince. You ready?" She entered his room.

"Uh, yeah."

"Good. Go ahead and put your things in the car and we'll be leaving soon."

"Alright." Yuki got his box with his outfit and a suitcase and he went downstairs. Shigure spotted him.

"Well, Yuki, you-"

"Yes, I know. Look out for girls. I'll be careful. I'm sure I won't transform."

Yuki went outside and put his stuff in the car.

Sakura and Kaori were coming out with Sakura's things. Before Sakura left the house, she spoke to Shigure.

"So, are you sure it's okay that I go?"

"Of course," Shigure said. "I'm sure Kyo and I will be alright. How long did you say you were going to be gone?"

"We'll we're gonna be there for a week so Kaori can show me some sites and stuff. Well, I better go. Bye Shigure."

Sakura ran out and put her things in the truck. She sat in the back with Yuki and they were finally on their way. The trip lasted for about a couple hours. When they were getting close, Sakura looked out the window. They were in a large city.

"This place is huge!" Sakura said as she looked out of the window of the car.

"Yeah, I guess it is." Kaori said, "We're going to be staying in a hotel that my family has rented out so that way everyone gets their own room."

"So, Miss Suzuki, this dance…. It really is a big event isn't it?" Yuki asked.

"Actually, it is. I guess I also forgot to say that during the dance, lots of people around the country come to see it since it's a really popular and big event. The party is strictly for family members. You two are welcome of course. Oh, it looks like we're here now."

They all got out of the car and saw a large hotel.

"So, this is one of those five star hotels people talk about huh?" Sakura asked. "So, Kaori, is your family rich?"

"Well, yes. Truthfully, I don't know why but we've been rich for a long time."

Someone came and brought their bags to their rooms, which were at the very top. Each person got their own room. Sakura, Yuki, and Kaori looked in Sakura's room.

"Wow!" Sakura looked around. "This is so big! It's like the size of our house. I don't think I need all this space."

"Well, then I'll stay with you." Kaori said. "Yuki, your room is across the hall. We'll see you tomorrow."

"Uh, okay. Goodnight."

"Night Yuki!" Sakura said.

Kaori and Sakura got ready for bed. They both slept on giant beds.

"So, Kaori, what are we doing tomorrow?"

"Well, basically, all day we'll be rehearsing for the dance. It's a really big event so we can't have anyone mess up. Then that same night, it starts."

"Wow, so there's gonna be a lot of people watching huh?"

I hope I don't get nervous… Sakura thought. If I do, I might transform into a cat. If everyone found out then who knows what might happen.

Soon, both Kaori and Sakura fell asleep.

In the morning, Sakura awoke to a bright, new, shiny day. She got out of bed and got ready. When she looked over at Kaori's bed, she wasn't there. The door opened and Kaori came inside.

"Hey Sakura! I brought breakfast!"

"Wow! Thanks, Kaori."

They ate at a large table.

"So, when does the practice start?" Sakura asked.

"A little later. First, the extra dancers practice, then the Prince and then the princess."

"Why don't they have the prince and princess go at the same time?"

"Uh… um… well they aren't suppose to see each other at all until tonight."

"Oh. Well, while I'm waiting, we can hang out with Yuki." Sakura was about to get up.

"No!" Kaori suddenly said.

"What?"

"Um…. The princess isn't suppose to see anyone. Only I can."

"What about the rehearsal thing?"

"Well, someone will come up here and tell you everything you need to know. Speaking of…. I'll be back." Kaori rushed out of the room.

"That was close." She said as she closed the door behind her. "Looks like I'll have to bring the instructor up here. Maybe I should check on Yuki."

She knocked on his door. A half-asleep Yuki answered.

Kaori spoke in a whisper. "So, there's apparently a change in what's happening. I'll bring the instructor up here. Just stay in here and don't let Sakura see you."

"Miss Suzuki, why are we keeping this a secret from Miss Luna?" Yuki asked.

"Well, I feel bad. Um…. Sakura doesn't play a big roll so I don't want her to feel like I didn't want her to be the princess."

"I see. I suppose I'll see you tonight along with Miss Luna."

"Maybe, if you can recognize us."

Sakura was looking out the large window and looking down at the city.

It's so big here. I can't believe I'll be dancing in front of a lot of people. I'm starting to get nervous.

Someone knocked on Sakura's door.

"Come in." Sakura said.

An old lady came in.

"So, you must be Sakura. It's a pleasure to meet you. I'm Mrs. Ayane Matsuo and I shall be teaching you what you will be doing. First of all, think of the dance as a play. Many will be watching so be careful with what you say. Now, shall we get started?"

For a couple hours, Mrs. Matsuo taught Sakura everything she needed to know about the dance.

At five, Sakura started getting ready with Mrs. Matsuo's help. Kaori was also getting ready.

"Oh, Sakura! You look so pretty!" Kaori said when they were finally both ready.

"Thanks. You look pretty too."

"Me? Yeah right. Whoever is the princess' escort has to wear this. The prince's escort has to wear a specific outfit too. All of the other dancer have the same outfit just different colors. You're the one who needs to stand out."

"Really…. So, are we going to go now?"

"Yeah, come on. Oh, wait! Your mask." Kaori handed Sakura her mask and she put it on.

Sakura and Kaori went outside and a limousine was outside waiting for them.

"I've never been in a limo before." Sakura said as they were driving to the destination. "This feels like some sort of fantasy."

They were driven to a large theater and the two girls came out of the limousine. Many photographers were taking pictures.

"This is normal?" Sakura asked.

"Well, there's definitely more people than there usually is."

Sakura went inside and saw a large stage with a lot of seats in front of it. Many people started filling up those seats. Sakura and Kaori entered through a door that leads to the back.

Kaori and Sakura went to the right side since that was where they hand to enter. Sakura patiently waited.

Meanwhile, at the same time, Yuki was going through the same thing but he waited at the left side behind the stage. He was dressed up as a prince. His escort came up to him.

"Hey. I guess I can't ask your name or who you are but I'm you escort. You look pretty cool unlike the previous prince's. I guess our family just isn't meant to play the part of the prince. I wonder who the princess is this year."

Yuki looked in front of him and all he saw was the curtain. The middle curtain rose and all the dancers went onto the stage. Music came on and they started dancing. After a while, the curtains where Yuki and Sakura were rose.

Sakura took deep breaths. "Here we go."

What if the Prince doesn't like me? What if he's short! Oh no, what do I do…

Sakura's heart was racing as Kaori escorted her out to the stage. She looked ahead and saw a glimpse of whoever the prince was and his escort. She glanced to her right and saw the dancers and hundreds of people sitting down and watching her.

I can't do this! Sakura panicked but still walked forward. She got to the middle and stopped. The prince came to the middle and Sakura got a good look at him.

He… He's so handsome. For some reason, I don't feel nervous anymore.

Yuki looked at the princess. She's very elegant and pretty. She's the one who I have to dance with? It's going to be difficult to try and not get close to her.

First, the escorts approached each other and they bowed. They disappeared to the dance floor. The prince came up to Sakura.

"Hello Princess."

"H-hello. Forgive me, this is my first time attending a dance."

"It is mine as well. Might I add how very beautiful you look."

"Thank you." Sakura blushed.

"Well," The prince offered his hand. "Would you care to share a dance?"

"Yes." Sakura took his hand and the turned to the front. All the other dancers had cleared the middle. Sakura and the prince stopped in the middle of the room and bowed. They started dancing.

"Please, you must tell me your name." Sakura whispered.

"I'm afraid that would ruin the point of the masquerade."

"Yes, I'm sorry. I guess I don't really know much about them."

"Don't apologize, Princess. For I don't know much either." He smiled.

Who is he? Sakura thought.

Who is this masked person? Yuki thought.

Could this be a dream? Sakura looked into his eyes.

Could it be a fantasy? Yuki looked back into hers.

Whatever this is, I must find out… Sakura smiled

Who this beautiful girl is... Yuki returned the smile

Because who ever he is… Sakura got closer to the prince.

No matter what she is…. Yuki ignored his curse and allowed her to get closer.

He makes my heart throb.

"I-I feel a sort of feeling. It's hard to describe yet simple to say… Does that make sense?" Sakura asked.

"Indeed it does. For I feel the same."

"How can this be possible though? We've only known each other for these few seconds."

"Perhaps a dance and a mask can really change a heart's feelings."

"I believe your right. I was told that the princess is suppose to accompany the prince during the party."

"I heard the same."

"I know I would be deserting a few friends… but.."

Yuki put his finger gently on her mouth to silence her. "Then you shall be with your friends. However, I ask that you let this night be about us."

"Yes… The prince and the princess."

The two spent the rest of the dance without a worry. They each had fallen for another. Yuki had completely forgotten about Sakura and Sakura forgot about Yuki. Neither of them knew that they were dancing with one another. At around midnight, the dance ended, the audience applauded, and everyone on stage left.

Yuki and Sakura were the last to leave. They were at the middle.

"I'm afraid this is wear we part our ways." Yuki said.

"Yes. Will I see you tomorrow?"

"Indeed. I will look forward to seeing you, Princess."

"And I will as well."

Yuki gave Sakura a peck on the cheek. Sakura blushed and they parted ways.

They went in opposite directions. Sakura met with Kaori.

"That was beautiful Sakura! I can't believe how amazing you looked! I was talking to my mom and she said that every thinks that this was the best dance that there ever was!"

"The Prince… Who was he?"

"Oh, I saw the little peck he gave you. That was adorable. Well, I can't tell who he is."

"Why? I want to see him again."

"You will tomorrow."

"You're right. Are we going back to the hotel?"

"Yeah."

They went back to the hotel and before Sakura entered her room, she looked back at the room across from hers. Yuki was probably sleeping and she couldn't help feel a little bad. She was having a lot of fun while Yuki had to watch her. She also let herself have feelings for someone else.

It's not like there's anything going on between us. Sakura thought. Besides, this feels right. Whoever the prince is… I don't care. I need to see him.

Sakura went to bed thinking about the prince.

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