Heaven by your Side
By brokenshadow23
Summary:
Eriol Hiiragizawa was the protector Tomoyo could ask for. Despite the number of times she pushed him away, he remained on her side and held her tight. But what if an inevitable thing comes their way? How can he protect her fragile heart?
Disclaimer: Cardcaptor Sakura belongs to Clamp.
Author's Notes: Super late! Again. –sigh- I had a hard time writing this chapter. =S I need to compact things since I need you to understand the whole situation. Hehe.. I have even reread all the previous chapters to check if something was missing.
Anyway…I really love you guys for giving much support for this story! Hehe.. :D You have given wonderful comments plus others have put this to their alerts and favorites. And because of that I have a little bonus at the end of this chapter. :D
Thank you very much to Bubblewing-luvs-anime for editing this story! If not for her this story might be a disaster. Haha.. :)))
Last Chapter:
The agent arrived after almost half an hour. She went up the hotel, knocking for a few times, she heard nothing but silence inside. "Daidouji-sama. Daidouji-sama."
Still none.
Remembering that she has an extra key inside the room, Hotaru dug inside her pockets and found the right key. She twisted the door open, finding no one in the room. Instead, on the sofa, she found a piece of paper.
She picked it up, reading the contents. Then suddenly her eyes grown wide, and in a moment she rushed out of the room.
Chapter Eleven:
Her past
"Where on earth could Tomoyo-chan have gone to?" Nakuru questioned, worry ringing in her voice. She paced back and forth, hoping that it would help her calm herself. It was just early in the morning, but the Hiiragizawa mansion was already filled with tension and confusion.
Yumi, who was playing in the living room, looked up to Nakuru. "Where is aunt Tomoyo? Where is aunt Tomoyo?"
Kaho threw Nakuru a disappointing look. She had expected the guardian to stay silent while they were in the presence of the child because Yumi wasn't supposed to hear those things. Kneeling beside her daughter, Kaho took her into her arms. "Your aunt Tomoyo is fine, my princess," she paused and whispered, "well at least we should pray that she really is."
Knock. Knock. Knock.
Both of the women froze as they heard the tapping of the door. They easily noted the desperation with each knock so they decided to hurry to open the door.
"Yes?" Nakuru asked as she saw an unfamiliar woman before her. "How may I help you?"
"This is the Hiiragizawa mansion, right?"
Kaho, who stood behind Nakuru, nodded along with the guardian. Yumi was around her arms, having no idea on what was going on.
Seeing the confusion in the two women's faces, the woman in a black suit gave a quick bow. "Ohayo." She greeted, then as she stood, she pulled a card from her pocket. "I am Hotaru Yamada, the head agent of Daidouji corporations."
"Nakuru, please take Yumi in her room. I'll handle this." Kaho said, handing her child to Nakuru. She easily understood that there was a need for a serious conversation for she saw something bothering the agent. After Nakuru moved, she stepped aside and offered, "please come in." -added 'to Nakuru' to finish the sentence properly.
"Iie." Hotaru told her. There was no time to lose now, for she knew that each second she wasted, there could be something worse that might happen. "I… I only came here to ask if Hiiragizawa-kun is around. I went to his apartment, but he wasn't home."
"Eriol came by minutes ago." Kaho answered.
With that, Hotaru pulled a more serious expression. "Darn," she muttered in a low voice. Luck wasn't working along with her that day. "Do you know where I can find him?"
Kaho shook her head in response. "He only came by to say that Tomoyo hasn't been home since yesterday and he'd be searching for her. What's the matter?"
Knowing that there was a need to explain, Hotaru gave Kaho a piece of paper. "I found that letter in Daidouji-sama's hotel room. That's why I need to find Hiiragizawa-kun."
Reading the contents easily, Kaho's eyes widened. "This… this can't be happening." She gasped starting to shake. The worry inside her grew, knowing that both Tomoyo and her mother were in danger.
"None of us saw this one coming." Hotaru told her, putting the letter back in her pocket. "Demo, there's nothing we can do to prevent it from happening. I need to go. I'll search for Hiiragizawa-kun. If he comes back here, please tell him about this and he should contact me ASAP. But if I don't get to see him after lunch, I'll go to where Daidouji-sama is on my own."
"What you have in mind is dangerous." Kaho reminded her.
"I know." Hotaru said in full determination. Stepping back, she was ready to hit the road once again. "But this is my task."
Not knowing what to say, Kaho took a deep breath as she looked at the agent. "Alright then. We'll do what you have told me."
Xoxoxoxoxox
Be at the abandoned park at the end of the town by two o'clock in the afternoon.
Sonomi recalled the words from the letter she received this morning. Arriving at the small abandoned park at the end of the town, she felt her heart start to pound faster. The silence made her feel edgy, for she felt that someone could just kill her that second. But she had to do this. She had to do this for her daughter's sake.
"Good afternoon, madam."
Hearing a deep male voice, Sonomi took a deep breath before turning around. She saw a pair of gray eyes and she gave him a sharp look. "Where is Tomoyo?"
Ryoji smirked. He had been watching her since this morning, and he couldn't believe seeing her showing great fear. With all those months he had been with Tomoyo, he had known Sonomi as a powerful and brave woman. "Relax, madam." He said, taking a step near her. "My little princess is fine. You know that I will never hurt her."
"Liar." Sonomi muttered. "If I had known from the start that you are one of Maruo's men, I would have forced Tomoyo to stay away from you."
"Demo, you didn't." Ryoji said. "You didn't know what I was doing because you yourself don't look over your own daughter. You just gave her material things you thought she needed. And with that act of yours, Tomoyo fell easily unto my trap."
Hearing that, the short haired woman felt guilty. Each word he told her was right and it made her experience deep pain. Her hands clenched into fists.
"Don't worry," Ryoji put his hands into his pockets as he continued to step near her. "Today, you can easily correct your mistakes. In just a snap, your daughter's suffering will be over."
xoxoxoxoxox
-Eriol's POV-
Eight hours of searching, and I still haven't found her.
Pushing my glasses up the bridge of my nose, I let my sapphire eyes scan the area. There were many people walking in the streets, but there was still no sign of a certain raven haired girl. Worse, I was starting to feel dizzy. -
First of all, I hadn't been able to sleep last night. Thoughts of Tomoyo were eating me and I couldn't help feeling guilty of what I have done. Who could anyway? If you have hurt the person you love unintentionally, could you still feel at peace?
I also tried to search for her, but failed so I just waited if she'd be back. Then this morning, like what I feared, she wasn't still home. I called the others, only to find out that no one had seen her since she stepped out of the school. With my heart filled with worry and my mind with unnecessary thoughts, I went to the mansion to inform the others. I didn't even think of taking anything since yesterday. The only thing I knew was I needed to find her.
To explain everything to her and to bring her home.
Walking once again, I turned to the corner. I knew that the city wouldn't be her choice to hide, but I had to at least check. I knew Tomoyo was confused and who knew where she was thinking of going.
"Hiiragizawa-kun!"
I halted. I was about to cross the street when I heard a call in Japanese. Gazing to my right, I saw a black car with an open window. There I saw Hotaru, noting the relief and at the same time trouble in her face. "Did you find Tomoyo?"
Hotaru shook her head. "I didn't saw the young madam. Demo, something happened." Moving a bit, she unlocked the door and opened it. "Hop in the car. I'll explain everything on the road."
Immediately, I did what I was told. I sat in the front seat and Hotaru sped up. I looked at her in terror. "What's happening?"
"The one I have been afraid of has happened." She told me in a low tone. Glancing quickly at me, she handed me a white paper.
I took it and as I read, my sapphire eyes grew wider. Confusion and terror crossed my face. "W-what? I can't understand. Who could have done this?"
"Have you ever asked Tomoyo-sama why she left Japan?" Hotaru asked, her eyes centered on the road.
"No." I answered simply. Before that was also the question I have been trying to figure out, but when I promised Tomoyo that I would never be involved with her past I simply stopped.
"Well, I think it's about time that you know." The agent told me. Taking a deep breath, she began. "It started four months ago when Sonomi-sama received letters from an anonymous person. She ignored it until prank calls at her office then at home followed. We thought that it was one of the games her rivals in business' doings, but then one day he finally showed up."
"He?" I echoed.
Hotaru nodded. "Maruo Daidouji, Tomoyo's father."
"I thought he was—"
"—dead?" She continued like she was reading my mind. "Everyone thought so too. And that fact hurt the young madam. When she found out that her mother lied to her about it, Tomoyo-sama was so down."
"Why did Sonomi-san do that anyway?"
"Maruo-san is a dangerous person. He is a man of money. He had always lived in business and his family was just his second priority. Then he began to make risky investments and lost the money he earned. Sonomi-sama tried to help him until her very last cent, but when she couldn't give more, he disappeared out of their lives."
Trying to understand what she was saying, different questions filled my mind. So many things have happened after all and Tomoyo kept it only to herself all this time. "But what does he want with them now? What's with this letter?"
"Maruo-san came back to get all Sonomi-sama's money." She told me. "At first all of us thought except for Tomoyo-sama's mother, that he came back for good. He showered the young madam with gifts to win her trust. He even asked Sonomi-sama for marriage once again, but she declined for she instantly knew his motive."
I listened, not knowing if I should say something. I looked at the expression in her face, clearly seeing that the man she was telling me about is indeed the root of Tomoyo's suffering.
"And because of that, Maruo-san pushed through with one of his plans. He filed a case for a full custody of Tomoyo-sama. And that we thought was the main reason why she left."
xoxoxoxoxox
Stopping the car, Ryoji turned to the woman beside him. "We are here and remember not to do anything nasty. One false move and you'll regret it."
"I won't." Sonomi told him. She went outside the car, gazing at an old ware house in front of her. The atmosphere of the place made her shiver.
"Good." The guy beside her said. Grabbing her arm, he guided her in.
Sonomi then felt her breathing become uneven. She was afraid, no doubt about it, but she still tried to look brave. After all, she knew that if she'd show her weakness to the man who started all of these things would be more enjoyable to him.
Few seconds had passed when footsteps broke the silence of the place. The tall figure of a man showed up from the dimly lightened area.
"Ah." He said, a smile present on his lips. "It's a pleasure that you have accepted my invitation, my dear. How are you?"
Sonomi glared at him. "I am not into your games, Maruo."
"Still strict with the time eh?" Maruo said, stepping near her. He saw her step back. "Well then, I'll grant your request. I know I have already asked you about this before, demo you might have changed your mind…"
He paused, taking a small box out from his pocket. "Will you marry me again?"
Without second thoughts, Sonomi answered, "No."
"I see. You really want to do this the hard way." Maruo said. He raised his hand and snapped his fingers, signaling something then after a while footsteps came. Along with it was a familiar female voice.
"Get off me!" Tomoyo shrieked. She used her force to release herself but she was no match with the force of the man who was holding her.
"Tomoyo!" Sonomi called out, not believing to see her daughter that way. Turning to Maruo, she softened her eyes. "Release her."
"Not until you give me what I want." he told her. He watched his wife, who was terrified and confused about what to do. "Transfer all your riches to my name."
"Baka, how can I do that if I don't have the papers with me?"
Sliding his hands into his pockets, Maruo chuckled at her words. "My. My. Do you think I wouldn't think of that my dear? It's simple, you just have to write a letter to request it, then I'll talk to your lawyer about it and that's it."
"H-how could you? Don't you realize the meaning of this? You are depriving Tomoyo of all the things she—" Realizing what she was about to say, the short haired woman paused. That moment Ryoji's words earlier came in her head.
"Well?"
Sonomi gazed at her daughter once again then shifted it to another pair of amethyst ones. And without thinking right, she took the paper and pen being handed to her.
Maruo was pleased in how his plan was going. He knew that if it continued, all he wanted would be his. "Good choice."
Tomoyo's eyes widened as she saw what her mother was about to do. "Mom, no PLEASE!" She shouted. Yes, before there was a time that she wished her mother wasn't thinking of business. But now was a different matter.
"Don't let him ruin our life once again. I—" Tomoyo paused when the man who was holding her suddenly twisted her arm "itai!"
"Tomo—" Sonomi tried to rush to her side, but halted.
"Don't dare make another move, Sonomi." Maruo warned, eyes showing annoyance. He pointed his gun towards her. "I am growing impatient. Write the letter in that piece of paper now!"
Because of having no choice, Sonomi did as she was told. She was shaking as she moved. With all those thoughts running in her mind, she ignored her daughter's protests. 'If this is the only way I'll start with Tomoyo once again…'
After a few seconds, Maruo knew that he had succeeded. He took the paper, placing it safely inside his pockets. The gun on his hand was still lifted to Sonomi's direction.
"You have what you want. Now, release my daughter!"
Maruo laughed at her. "I thought you were more intelligent, sweetheart. Do you ever really think that I would give our dear Tomoyo to you? I still didn't have everything in my hands."
"Tomoyo!" Sonomi then tried to run towards her once again.
"Stay back!" Maruo shouted. He grabbed her arm, pushing her to the side.
Sonomi fell on the ground, hearing the cries of her daughter. She winced in pain, but still looked up to see the man standing before her. "It's so stupid of you to easily believe." She heard Maruo say.
Seeing the whole situation, Tomoyo could do nothing but to cry. She didn't want her mother to suffer that way. Yes, she might have been hurt by her unconsciously in the past, but she knew that sacrificing all was too much. Way too much.
With that, Tomoyo gathered all her force. She stomped her foot to the one who was holding her and pushed him. When she released herself, she decided to run. "Mom!"
Ryoji, who stood on the side, also pulled out a gun. He moved it towards Tomoyo's direction, ready to shoot her. He was about to click when…
BANG!
Another shot came. Ryoji turned his head to his right, seeing a female agent of Sonomi attack the man who Tomoyo just pushed away. It's only him and Maruo now. Alarmed by this, he decided to kill Hotaru first. But then, someone kicked him from behind.
"Get lost, baka."
Hearing the male voice, Ryoji got up in his knees. He groaned in pain. "You…" he muttered as he saw blazing sapphire orbs in front of him.
"Didn't I tell you to stay away from Tomoyo?" Eriol said, grabbing his collar. Anger was indeed present in his voice.
On the other hand, Tomoyo arrived to her mother's side in a few seconds. She kneeled down beside her, tears still flowing in her eyes.
Maruo just smirked at this. With his gun still pointed at Sonomi, his mind had gone wild. The chance of killing them was in his hand that moment."You are really making this easier for me eh? Well then, both of you, prepare to go to hell!"
Tomoyo closed her eyes, getting ready for anything. She began to shake terribly as her mom still tried to protect her. And everything went to fast.
Another gunshot was heard.
The next thing Tomoyo knew was when she shrieked and opened her eyes; she simply saw a figure of man falling in front her. She saw then blood flowing. Sounds of the police car followed and the only thing she knew was she was crying harder. She was too afraid since yesterday with all the darkness and threats.
But then someone finally took her into his arms.
Eriol held her protectively, giving her the support she needed that moment. He felt her shaking so badly and he was glad to finally find her safely. Pulling her body towards his, he took a deep breath and closed his eyes. "It's over now, Tomoyo. There's nothing to be afraid of. I'm here."
Review replies for the previous chapter:
**belle391… -smiles- well, if you love cliffs then be ready for there will be more to come. Hehe..
** cheng… hmm… I think this chapter did answer your question indirectly. Hehe.. :D don't worry, I'll focus on Eriol and Tomoyo with the next chapters.
** krissy… Although I want Eriol to rescue Tomoyo with all his power, I can't because in the first few chapters I said that Eriol doesn't use his power anymore.
**vampirebeast01… haha.. your review made me smile. I was so tired and no one had made me smile for this day until I have read your review. :)) anyway, it's not that I enjoy torturing you but if I put everything in a chapter it would be boring right? Though, at times I think I am like over-doing it. Haha.. but I hope it's fine with you. :D
** Kahtita… Thank you.
**smile4meeh.. about Tomoyo's feelings, hmm… wait for the next chapter! :D
**Tomoyo-amethyst… you already know what Tomoyo's dad want. I released everything about that too much though, but as of now I am starting to deal with Eriol and Tomoyo alone. Haha..
**Paulita,, thanks for the review. I love them too that's why I came up with this type of story. And I hope that I can write more fics of them in the future.
You know my line guys: REVIEW PLEASE! And as promised, my bonus for you is after this note.
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Preview for the next chapter:
"I am leaving." Tomoyo said, sadness written in her voice. She looked down, not wanting to see the expressions they held.
"You are w-WHAT?" Alexander exclaimed in disbelief. It had only been few months since she came and it's hard to hear goodbye especially now that they have been friends.
Surprised like the others, Louie just sighed. He stepped forward and took Mitch hand. He gave it a squeeze before turning to the other guy. "You heard him Alexander."
"But—"
"Come on. Don't make it too hard for her now." Julict cut him off. Gazing at the raven haired girl, she gave off a small sad smile. "Does Eriol already know?"
Tomoyo looked up and shook her head. If saying it to her friends were already hard for her, she couldn't imagine how hard it is to tell Eriol. "Please don't tell him yet. I want to be the one to thank him for all of this."
"Alright. As you wish."