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Chapter 2
Sakura, after a few days was much better. She didn't want to intrude on Eriol's and Tomoyo's hospitality anymore, yet they insisted.
"Sakura, do you have a family?" asked Tomoyo, one evening.
Sakura shrugged. "I don't know. I was always alone…"
"We would love it if you stayed with us!" Tomoyo clasped her hands together in delight. "Please, Sakura? We love you being here!"
Sakura hesitated.
"Wonderful!" exclaimed Tomoyo, even though Sakura didn't answer yet.
"Miss Sakura?" A maid appeared at her side. Sakura flinched slightly.
"Lord Eriol would like to see you. He is in the study room," she said and departed.
Sakura made her way to the study room. It took her almost fifteen minutes, due to the fact that she got lost. She nervously knocked on the door.
"Come in," Eriol's voice wafted through the door.
Sakura opened the door and entered. "You wished to see me?"
Eriol nodded and gestured for her to sit down in front of him. When she obeyed, he continued. "Sakura…I have a proposal for you. I think I can pass you of as a Princess."
Sakura stared at him, not sure she heard correctly. "What?"
Eriol smiled. "Don't you want to be a Princess?"
Sakura blinked. "But I'm not a Princess! Do you know what the consequences are, to impersonate someone noble!"
Eriol waved her worries away. "But you won't be caught!"
Sakura was lost for words. She sat there, gaping at him. "But, what is the point of this? Why would you want me, to be a Princess?"
Eriol sighed. "We will teach you how to walk, talk, and act like a Princess. You will dress in the appropriate clothing."
Sakura frowned when he ignored her question. She gave a sigh of defeat.
So the lessons began. Sakura was learned the proper etiquette, and was clothed in the most rich attire. They, of course were all of Tomoyo's creations.
In no time at all, she was to be presented to court. Looking at herself in the mirror, Sakura could hardly recognize herself. She had matured into an amazingly beautiful woman. Her long auburn hair, which once was full on knots, now fell lightly down her back, soft and silky.
Her dress was an elaborate evening gown. It was a light green, contrasting with her emerald eyes. It was an off shoulder dress, with a small emerald jewel that sparkled and reflected beautifully when the light hit it. She also was wearing a white ribbon as a choker.
Tomoyo and Eriol stood back in awe. She had definitely grown into a beautiful lady, for it hurt just to look at her.
"Sakura! You look wonderful!" Tomoyo smiled in delight.
"Thank you! I only look wonderful because of your talented skills!"
"Now, why don't we get you to court?" suggested Eriol.
Syaoran was waiting impatiently in the hall for his cousin, and his wife to arrive.
"Be patient, my son! He will arrive, rest assure. I think he also said that he would also be introducing us with an old acquaintance of his." Queen Yelan said.
"Well I hope he comes-"
"Lord Eriol, Lady Tomoyo and Princess Sakura!" called out the doorman.
Eriol and Tomoyo entered first. In no time at all, Syaoran started to tell his cousin off. "What took you so long? I've been waiting for almost an hour! Did you get lost or…" He trailed off.
A young lady just walked in with such grace and beauty, she seemed to have lightened up the room. She was exquisitely dressed, and produced an impression of such remarkable distinction and beauty when she entered that she stunned everyone, even Tomyo and Eriol.
She gave a perfect curtsey to Queen Yelan. "It is a pleasure to finally meet you, Your Majesty. I have heard many wonderful things about you." She spoke with a pedantic correctness of pronunciation and great beauty of tone.
Queen Yelan was lost for words, in her entire life. "The pleasure is all mine, Princess Sakura."
Sakura gave a nod and turned to Syaoran. "And you must be Prince Syaoran. How do you do?"
Syaoran blushed. "Very good, your highness. I assume you are well?"
"Why, of course!" replied Sakura.
"Chiharu, please take these fine guests to their rooms," said Queen Yelan, to a servant nearby.
Chiharu bowed, and turned to Sakura, Tomoyo and Eriol. "Please, follow me."
Chiharu led Tomoyo, Sakura and Eriol to their rooms. Tomoyo and Eriol shared a room, while Sakura managed to get her own separate room.
"I hope you enjoy your stay, your highness." Chiharu said formally.
Sakura glanced around the room, hiding her excitement and delight. "Chiharu-san, please just call me Sakura."
"If you only call me Chiharu, your…Sakura!" Chiharu beamed. "The Queen also wishes me to inform you that there is a ball tonight." She gave a quick curtsey and left Sakura.
"A ball! Oh! Finally! Sakura! I have the perfect dress for you!" Tomoyo bounded around her room in pure happiness.
Sakura sweatdropped. "Thank you," she said weakly.
Tomoyo smiled. "They really think you're a Princess! I mean, when I saw you enter, you even shocked Eriol and I!"
Sakura blushed. "It's really all thanks to you and Eriol!"
Tomoyo pulled out a stunning dress from her closet. It was a pale pink dress, with sakura petals printed on it. Tomoyo ushered her to wear it on.
Sakura went behind the screens, and placed on the dress. She touched the dress, admiring the craftsmanship and the texture of it.
"Tomoyo! I simply love this dress! It's amazing!" Sakura walked out of the screens, and spun around in the room.
"My! Don't you look wonderful? Now, for your hair!"
Tomoyo made Sakura sit, and started to do her hair. After half an hour or so, her hair was done. Sakura's silky auburn hair was pulled pack into a loose bun, and she had a few strands out for an effect.
Tomoyo clasped her hands together in joy. "Sakura! You look amazing!"
Sakura flushed. "But what about you? What are you going to do?"
Tomoyo laughed. "I don't think I'll attend this ball. I'm so tired from our journey to get here!"
Instantly dread filled Sakura. "But what am I going to do? I can't go by myself!"
Tomoyo placed a reassuring hand on Sakura's shoulder. "Eriol will be there, Sakura. Don't worry too much! You're naturally a Princess!" She glanced at the clock. "I think you need to get going now, if you want to make it on time! Good Luck! And have fun!" She gently pushed Sakura out.
Okay! Another chapter done. Sorry if there are any mistakes….
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