Hey, people. I know that this is a little long for an epilogue, but I think it's better classed as one. It's not really tied in with the story, though it has more fluff than the rest of the chapters combined. I can't believe how easy it was to write this...

Epilogue: Goodbye, Love

The next day went too fast for both Sakura and Syaoran. It started with them waking up at about eleven in the morning, rushing around, finding forgotten clothes, having showers, and eating. All in all, it took them about three hours to get out the door. This means counting all the time that they stopped to make out.

"Come on, Sakura!" Syaoran called up the stairs to her, "I'm gonna miss my flight!"

"Are you really that eager to leave me already?" Sakura raced down the stairs, almost crashing into him.

"No." Syaoran put his arms around her waist, and drew her closer, "But my parents will kill me if I'm late." Sakura sighed, and put her head on his chest.

"Why did they move it up?" She sighed. She really hated his parents at the moment, despite having only ever meeting them once.

"My grandparents are on their 'deathbed'." Syaoran hugged her, "They want to be there for their passing. If you ask me, I think they've got another good few years in 'em. That and I don't like them." Sakura giggled.

"Well, like you said," She attempted to pull away, "Your parents are gonna kill you if you're late. We wouldn't want that, would we?" Syaoran laughed, and touched his nose to hers.

"I guess your right." He said finally, and released her, "Come on."

They went outside, and began walking. Sakura had leant Syaoran some of Touya's old clothes, so no one would be suspicious of last night.

Even though it was summer, Sakura felt cold. She guessed that it was just the feeling of dread that was creeping up her spine. Life was really unfair. She'd only just found a nice boyfriend, only to have him taken away from her on their second day 'together'.

"You ok?" Syaoran intertwined his hand in hers, "You're so quiet."

"Well, what can you say?" Sakura asked, stepping in a little closer to him. Syaoran nodded in agreement.

"You're right." Syaoran sighed. Sakura giggled. When Syaoran looked at her, as if to say 'what the?', she took the liberty to explain.

"That's the second time in an hour you've said that to me." Syaoran quirked his eyebrow, but didn't say anything. Instead, he checked his watch.

"Holy shit!" He yelled.

"What is it?" Sakura asked, concerned.

"It's already two fifteen!" He had still not taken his eyes off his watch.

"So?" Sakura asked lightly.

"So?" He almost roared, "Sakura, my flight is at three!"

"Shit!" Sakura cursed, "We'd better run, then." And run they did. They ran all the way to Syaoran's manor, and made it within ten minutes.

"Wow." Sakura panted, looking up at where Syaoran had lived, "This place... is... huge!" Syaoran smirked.

"I know." Was all he said as he opened the gates, "Do you wanna come in, or just wait with the others at the airport?"

"Are you crazy?" Sakura demanded, following him, "I wanna get in every moment with you that I can!" Syaoran chuckled, and linked his arm with hers. He wouldn't voice it, but he was the same.

"I'm back!" Syaoran hollered as he opened the door. The entrance hall was packed full of boxes and suitcases, and there was not a speck of furniture in sight. They had barely taken two steps before a woman, whom Sakura recognised as Yelan Li, had swooped down, and started to scold him.

"Where have you been?" She screeched.

"At my girlfriend's." Was his calm reply. Sakura burned crimson. Yelan seemed taken aback for a moment, but then continued.

"Why didn't you call?"

"Didn't think about it."

"Why didn't you come home earlier?"

"Overslept."

By now, Sakura had inched her way behind Syaoran, shielding herself from view. Meiling had insisted that her aunt was a nice woman, but Sakura was now thinking otherwise.

"Syaoran." Yelan sighed, "You know how I feel about you staying out overnight without calling."

"Get a grip." Syaoran said curtly, "Mother, I don't need you to protect me anymore. I'm seventeen! I can take care of myself!" Yelan blinked. Sakura guessed that Syaroan didn't often talk like that to his parents. Yelan blinked again, and noticed Sakura for the first time.

"And who might you be?" She asked kindly. Sakura 'eep'ed, and hid behind Syaoran's tall figure. Yelan chuckled softly, and beckoned her forward.

"Come on, I won't bite." Sakura wasn't so sure, but she stepped forward hesitantly.

"My name is Sakura Kinomoto." She introduced herself quietly. Yelan seemed to process this small bit of information before her next question.

"I see." She said slowly, "And would you, by chance, happen to be the girlfriend that Syaoran spent the night with?" Sakura nodded quickly, blushing crimson. Yelan chuckled.

"She's a pretty one." Yelan commented, talking to her son, "Son, your bags are already packed. Just go and wait in the car. You're quite welcome to ride with us, too." She added, turning to Sakura. Syaoran nodded, and began to lead Sakura back outside.

"Well," He said happily, "That went better then I thought it would."

"What do you mean?" Sakura whispered, still reeling from Yelan's screaching.

"I thought she'd slap me or something." Syaoran confessed as they came to the garage. Sakura gasped.

"This is the car?" She asked. Syaoraon nodded.

"It's a limo!" Sakura said in shock. Syaoran nodded again.

"Are you shocked?" He asked, as he opened the door for her.

"Yes!" Sakura exlaimed, sliding in. Syaoran chuckled, and slid in next to her. He kissed her softly on the lips.

"You shouldn't be." He whispered, before leaning in again. They were kissing for about two minutes before the sound of a throat being cleared could be heard. They sprang apart, to see Yelan and another man smirking at them, in a manner not unlike Syaoran.

"We're going now." Was all that Yelan said, as she slid in. Syaroan slid over a little closer to Sakura, to allow more room for his parents. He slipped his arm around Sakura's waist, and began subconsciously toying with the belt that rested on her hips, holding up her jeans. He basically ignored his parents through the whole ride, his attention always on Sakura.

Sakura felt a little shy, expressing herself in public, but Syaroan seemed to have no problem with it. What made it worse for Sakura, was that it wasn't just any old public. It was her boyfriend's parents. Did the guy have no shame? She voiced this as he pulled out of a kiss.

"Not when it concerns you, babe." He whispered, making her giggle. Neither were aware how much time had passed, until Yelan announced that they were there, and had ten minutes to board the plane.

Sakura and Syaoran climbed out of the limo, holding hands. One of Syaoran's butlers carried his luggage for him as they rushed to the terminal.

"I'm gonna miss you." Sakura cried as their friends began to circle them.

"I'll miss you, too, babe." He kissed her lovingly. After he broke it, he said goodbye to each of their friends, one by one, hugging each.

Before long, the voice over the intercom announced the last call for Syaoran's flight. Sakura walked with him to the terminal, tears in her eyes. Who knew that she could feel so strongly about a person after only a few days?

"Do me a favour, would'ya babe?" He muttered, snaking his arms around her.

"What?" Sakura asked quietly.

"Don't let any guy touch you." His arms tightened around her waist possessively.

"Don't worry, I won't." Sakura promised, "And don't let any girl touch you." Syaoran smiled, and kissed her.

"I won't." Syaoran kissed her one last time, "I love you."

"I love you, too." Sakura cried as Syaroan let her go, and boarded the plane. Right before he walked out the door, he looked back at Sakura, and smiled. Sakura gave him a watery smile in return.

Sakura walked back to her friends, who were at the window, watching people board. She got to them just in time to see Syaoran's head disappear into the shade of the plane. She finally let go, and cried.

"Don't cry, Sakura." Meiling put her arm around Sakrua's shoulders, "You'll see him again. I know it. And if you can't go to him, I'll make damn sure he comes to you." Sakura laughed sadly.

"Thanks." Sakura sniffed, as the plane began to take off, "That makes me feel better." They stayed there long enough to see the plane disappear into the blue sky. Sakura smiled to herself, and made herself a silent promise. She would see Syaoran again. She had to.

"Tomoyo," Sakura turned to her best friend, "Can I spend the night at your place? Please?" Tomoyo nodded.

"Sure." She put her arm around Sakura's shoulders, and Meiling and Tomoyo steered Sakura out of the airport, the others, Chiharu, Eriol, Takashi, Rika and Naoko, following behind. Sakura smiled.

"Thanks."

THE END

Well, not really a happy ending, not really a sad ending. Just... an ending. At least, that's what I thought. Well, what did you think? I'd love to know.

There IS a sequal to this story, but I just don't know when it will be up. I'm not ENTIRELY sure what it will be called either. It'll be up sometime in the new year, I think. I still have to sort a few details out. Keep an eye out for it.

PLEASE REVIEW! (for the last time...) (sob)