A/N: I am so sorry to keep you guys waiting! Seriously, the past few weeks were so tiring. Then, when I finally decided to update, I went down with fever for about five days. After that, I got a full body rash and then stomach flu. That lasted for another week. Did I mention I had sore eyes, body aches and headaches? Sigh...anyways, looking at how pathetic my updating has been recently, I am now trying extra hard to make longer chapters! I'm updating Charade first. Purity Love may be updated a few days later. As for the reviews count, some reviewed the first chapter, making it turn to 18. The second chapter got 17! I'm so happy!

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A/N: I received an e-mail saying that the website has banned authors from replying their reviewers. I have no idea why but since I don't wanna get banned, I'll stop till I get some right news. I am so sorry you guys, I'm sure you've heard some authors being banned around here! Thanks for the reviews, I really appreciate them. Now on with the story!

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Chapter 2: Obsession

Tomoyo watched Sakura, frowning, as if she's upset of Sakura's behavior. Eriol watched the scene carefully, something didn't seem right. From the letters Sakura sent Syaoran when they were younger, he could tell Sakura was a very sweet girl. Not the snobby type, just sweet and kind. Heck, she even said she loved sports!

Syaoran, on the other hand, who was on the floor, was trying to get out of Sakura's strong grip. This seventeen-year-old may be pretty, but from one little hug, Syaoran could already tell this girl was a snob!

Hell, he wasn't even certain if this girl was his dearest childhood friend!

"But still, she is pretty..."

Syaoran's eyes widened at his thought. Quickly, he shook his queer feelings away and concentrated on getting the girl off his chest.

Finally, Sakura released her grip on Syaoran and stood up.

"Oh dear, I'm sooooo sorry Syao-chan. It was an accident!"

Syaoran coughed and eyed the girl carefully, "It's ok."

Yelan seemed unfazed by Sakura's behavior while the Li sisters whispered to each other.

Emerald eyes darted around, observing each and every one of the Lis, her plan seemed to be working...

Wei, the Li family butler, then approached the crowd.

"Master, Madam, the limo is waiting."

Ryu nodded and spoke calmly, "Let's continue this conversation in the limo shall we?"

No one dared to make an opposition.

Sakura and Tomoyo also seemed unfazed by the media that was surrounding them. Syaoran then realized that they must have their own fair share of paparazzi back at their own country.

The crowd exited the airport and one by one stepped into the Limo that was waiting for them right outside the entrance.

The Li sisters took the front section while Yelan, Ryu, Tomoyo, Sakura, Eriol and Syaoran took the back section of the Limousine.

The driver pressed on the gas and the Limo finally started to move.

Breaking the silence, Sakura once again latched onto Syaoran, who choked and spoke, "It's so nice to see you again, Mr and Mrs Li."

Yelan chuckled softly, "It's alright to call me mother dear child. After all, you'll be my daughter very soon."

A glint appeared in Sakura's eyes but dimmed almost immediately.

"Yes, mother."

This didn't go unnoticed by Syaoran. It was strange, her voice seemed forced, it was as if she didn't want to call Yelan, mother. But if she loved him...No! If she were obsessed with him, wouldn't she be downright exhilarated if Yelan were to allow her to call her mother?

Tomoyo was silent all the way in the limo as she looked out of the window. It was as if she hated being there. Sakura didn't seem to notice but continued to latch onto the amber-eyed heir, making him detest his fiancé more and more with each passing second.

Eriol tried to strike up a conversation.

"So Daidouji, I heard you are a famous fashion designer in Japan. Even the Li sisters are big fans of yours. How ever did you do it?"

Finally, amethyst eyes turned to the young man. She then smiled gently.

"It all started when I learn how to sew actually. When I was about nine, I started making costumes for Sakura. She really disliked that."

Eriol seemed interested and pressed on, "Oh? When you were nine? You must be a natural at fashion designing."

Tomoyo seemed pleased at the compliment and smiled even wider, "Thanks, I suppose."

The conversation went on for a few more minutes. Eriol realized Tomoyo was one amazing teenager. Her first successful design was when she was only 15. Sakura was the one who modeled her design. Being the youngest daughter of the richest businessman in Japan does have its perks.

Syaoran wasn't surprised that Sakura had the job of a part-time model. With her hourly-shaped curves, no man could resist her body, even him.

Let's just say it was extremely hard for Syaoran to not stare at anywhere else below her face.

Soon, the family reached the Li mansion.

Tomoyo immediately whipped out her trusty video camera.

Sakura finally let go of Syaoran and chatted with Yelan.

"I have a dog actually. He had some...problems due to his huge appetite. He'll be coming over with my personal maid next week who is taking care of him now. Will there be a problem?"

Yelan shook her head, "No. Not at all!"

The Li sisters finally approached Tomoyo and asked her about her summer design releases.

Tomoyo smiled and answered all of their questions readily.

The Li sisters didn't go anywhere close to Sakura. Sakura didn't seem to mind though.

When the soon-to-be wed couple entered the mansion and out of earshot distance, Fanran asked a question.

"Say Tomoyo. Are you close to Kinomoto? You two seemed so...different!"

Tomoyo's smile disappeared from her face.

"We are very close since we grew up together...Till about a year ago."

Feimei then asked, "What happened a year ago?"

Tomoyo turned away from the Li sisters as her wavy hair swept behind her, "The same thing happening now."

Then, she walked into the Li mansion silently. The Li sisters stood behind, confused. What could have happened a year ago?

Eriol, who was still stepping out of the limo, watched Tomoyo's back. Something wasn't right and he was going to find out what was it.

In the Living room...

"WHAT?"

Yelan sighed, "Yes Syaoran. You've heard me. You and Sakura are to share a room."

Syaoran sighed and sat back down on the couch. He already had a hard time trying to avoid the girl and now he had to sleep in the same room with her?

Sakura smiled widely. Syaoran eyed his fiancé once again. This Sakura seemed so different from the young girl he met years ago. The usual gleam in here beautiful emerald eyes disappeared. Her smile, every laugh, every movement she made seem... Fake.

"And now, I want you to give her a tour around our mansion."

Syaoran sighed and turned to Sakura, who looked up at him with a plain look.

"Follow me."

Sakura smiled once again and latched onto his arm, "Sure, Syao-chan."

Syaoran and Sakura left the room, leaving Syaoran's parents watching their backs.

"Fujitaka warned me about this."

Ryu stared at his wife, "You think Syaoran could change her mind?"

Yelan sighed and rubbed her temples, "I hope so. He tried everything. This was his last resort."

S+S

Syaoran immediately spoke up when they left the living room and gripped Sakura's wrist, tightly.

"Ok. Let me ask you just one little question. What HAPPENED to you?"

Sakura struggled to get out of his hard grip, "Let me go!"

Syaoran gritted his teeth and pulled her close to him.

Emerald met Amber.

Fear and Guilt were in her eyes.

Her icy barriers broke down and tears brimmed her emerald eyes.

"Let me go."

Her voice was firm and clear.

Syaoran closed his eyes and reopened them and then let go of her wrist.

"You know. I used to like you. Heck, I used to have a crush on you when we were ten and eleven. Stupid I know, crushing on someone through letters... But that's why I actually gave this dumb marriage a chance. But now, even if I am physically attracted to you, I hate your attitude. Why did you change? The Sakura I used to know didn't use to be like this."

Sakura looked down, ashamed, "I'm sorry." Her voice was soft and for once, it didn't seem faked.

Syaoran scoffed at strode away, "Sorry doesn't cut it, Sakura."

Little that the couple know, Tomoyo was watching the scene.

"I told you Sakura, but you didn't believe me."

That night...

Syaoran sighed as he lay on his bed's green silk covers, clad in only cotton pyjamas bottoms. He and Sakura didn't see each other whole day, not that he wants to. New furniture to house all of Sakura's belongings was present in his room. A new sliver cardboard, bookshelf and make up table were placed at the upper right corner in his room. Also, her luggage had already been brought in. It has already been unpacked by the staff in the mansion.

Syaoran sighed and thought back to the events that happened during the day.

He didn't mean to reveal his little crush to Sakura. It was just the spur of the moment. From her letters placed in pink envelopes, he actually began to like his little pen pal. Till, the time she stopped writing that is.

He was brought out of his reverie when he heard the door creak open. A smiling Sakura entered the room. She stared at Syaoran's chest before snapping out of her thoughts.

"Hi Syao-chan!" Her flirty voice swept the cold room.

Syaoran sat up, stunned. Had she already forgotten what happened during the day? He certainly hasn't.

"Wait ...How did you get in?"

She blinked and grinned, "Mother input my handprint on the identification panel."

Syaoran groaned, "Great...Just great!"

She winked at stepped into the bathroom, "I'll just change."

Syaoran nodded dumbly. He dived under his silk covers and pondered. Why did Sakura act as if nothing has happened?

Before he could think further, his bathroom door opened.

His breath hitched for the second time of the day.

Auburn hair cascading down her back, she wore a semi-transparent nightgown. It was light pink in colour and rather skimpy. It reached to her knees and had frills at the edges.

"No doubt another one of Daidouji designs."

Sakura smirked and climbed onto the bed.

Syaoran gulped. He was after all, a guy. And a guy has certain...weaknesses when it comes to girls in nightgowns, right?

He looked around nervously and spotted the switch that controls the light in the room.

"Errr...LIGHTS OUT!"

He flipped the switch and immediately closed his eyes and lay on the bed. He felt Sakura slip into the covers beside him.

"Good night Syao-chan!"

Boy... He could already see countless of sleepless nights ahead of him...

The next day... (A/N: Remember the party is the next day!)

Sakura woke up to find Syaoran missing from his bed.

"I'm sorry Syaoran. But this is the only way..."

She sighed and washed up in the bathroom that was connected to the bedroom.

She slipped on a yellow sundress and combed her long auburn locks. She stared at her reflection.

All she could see was an empty shell. She hated that look. Jade eyes void of life stared back at their copy.

"I want this done and over with..."

She stood up and left the room. Looking around, she tried to remember the way to the dining hall from the time she explored the mansion yesterday.

"Uhhh...I think it's this way!"

After about ten minutes, she realized she was indeed lost.

Suddenly, she heard birds chirping and slashes of metal. Furrowing her eyebrows, she took another right turn.

"Oh my..."

She came face to face with one of the most beautiful garden she had ever seen. Bushes blooming with flowers at every corner, butterflies fluttering around the roses and a fountain were right situated in the middle of the garden. Water was also sprouting from a cupid angel statue right in the middle of the garden.

"It seems so familiar..."

Little does she know, it's the very same garden she used to play in with Syaoran when they were small. It was also the same place they made that promise..

Flashback

Sakura asked Syaoran curiously, "Syao-kun? What's marriage?"

Syaoran thought hard before replying the young girl, "I think it's when two adults make a promise to each other that they'll be together forever!"

End of Flashback

"Who's there?"

She gasped and broke out of her thoughts. She stopped and looked around. There, behind the fountain, catching his breath stood Syaoran in his training trousers.

(A/N: This chapter is going nowhere really...)

Sakura almost fainted at the sight of Syaoran. Sweat glistening off his bronze-toned body, Syaoran's muscles rippled. His strong arms crossed over his chest as his amber eyes shone with annoyance. His chocolate brown hair stuck to his forehead due to his sweat.

"I...ermm..."

Sakura bit her lip, "I lost my way..."

Syaoran scoffed once again and said, "If you're heading for the dining hall, turn right twice from the next corner. I'm going back to training."

Sakura squeaked and scurried away.

"What was with that flashback?"

"Not my idea to start a day..."

Once again, she strode down the hallways, alone and cold.

Alone...

For the first time, she realized she was all alone in the Li mansion. Tomoyo was avoiding her...so were the Li sisters. She had no one to talk to, even her fiancé tried to stay away from her as far as possible.

"Well, at least it was planned that way..."

She shivered and stepped into the dining hall. Everything seemed so familiar yet so cold.

The Li family, except for Syaoran, Tomoyo and Eriol were already present.

Tomoyo glanced at her but turned back to her toast.

"Good morning dear. Had a good sleep?"

Sakura smiled back weakly, "Yes mother."

The Li sisters looked at each other and decided to excuse themselves from the table.

Yelan frowned at her four daughters' action. "I have to talk to them..."

As breakfast progressed, with Syaoran entering in the middle of it, Eriol observed the interaction between Sakura and Tomoyo. It was as if they were strangers.

"It is as if all this is an act, right from the beginning..."

To be continued...

A/N: Ah! Finally finished. So much sexual attraction and suspicion! Not to mention tension! And it is only the second chapter! Syaoran's attracted to Sakura even though he hates her attitude and Sakura's alone with Tomoyo avoiding her. Even the Li sisters doesn't like Sakura! Sakura's planning something...WHy does she want everyone to hate her?Anyways, Kero will appear the chapter after next, which is the ball as her dog. Hope you all like this chapter!