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Our Side and Forming a Plan

Yamato had just woken up early in the morning, he did his usual thing, got dressed and dashed out of his room. He woke up earlier than usual today for a good reason. His mother did mention that she wanted to have a little talk with him and he figured early in the morning was a pretty good time, he was also hoping that Cassandra was still asleep for he didn't want her to keep butting in on their conversation. Yamato made his way through the halls of the castle and soon found himself stumbling in the place he wanted to be…the royal garden. If there was ever a place that he wanted to find his dear mother it had to be the garden for it was her favorite place to be at peace and to be alone.

He made no mistake in going to the garden; he did in fact clearly see that his mother was there although he was pretty shocked that his mother wasn't alone. None other than his little brother Takeru accompanied her. It looked to Yamato that they were having their usual mother to son talks and it made Yamato happy that his brother was there; at least someone would be there to help him explain things. Although Yamato had to admit that, he wasn't used to seeing Takeru wake up this early in the morning. Nevertheless, he made his way to his brother and mother and hoped that their talk would successfully go well for he didn't want any more misunderstandings.

"Mother, good morning." Greeted Yamato as he approached his mother and gave her a hug after giving her a kiss in the cheek

"Oh Yamato you're up bright and early today now aren't you. I never expected you to do so though." Said Queen Natsuko with a laugh, she rarely saw her two boys getting up early in the morning.

"Well I decided to take up your offer and speak with you today just as you had requested." Answered Yamato then he looked at his brother and greeted "I see that you're up as well Takeru and I'm glad that you're here to join us…at least that is if you don't mind."

"Oh I'd love to join your little chat." Replied Takeru with a smile then he looked o the direction of his mother and asked "Will that be alright?"

"Of course it is Takeru I'd actually be happier talking to the both of you, by the way Yamato how did you find us here so quickly?" asked Queen Natsuko looking at her eldest son.

"It was quite easy, knowing your love for the garden and it's flowers it really wasn't that hard if you think about it." If there was one thing Yamato was quite sure of is that his mother adores the beauty of flowers. He couldn't disagree either he had to admit that flowers do have a sense of calming the mind, their beauty is really something to be happy about. Besides his mothers love for flowers suddenly reminded him of a certain someone…someone who in fact just like his dear mother loved flowers as well as tends to them

Queen Natsuko saw the look in her sons eyes, particularly one that she doesn't see everyday…this put her thoughts elsewhere, she could already see that something was occupying Yamato's mind although she couldn't tell what exactly…

Takeru on the other hand knew that his brother was already day dreaming as e would put it. He also knew what Yamato's was thinking about at least he figured it out some time ago. Takeru also saw his mothers expression which made him think "I wonder how mother would react if ever we tell her about Tai and the others…and even about Sora perhaps…" he cut his thoughts there and decided to break the long and awkward silence "Mother, big brother what do you say in talking over a nice cup of tea?" he suddenly suggested

With this said Yamato snapped back to reality and his mother away from her own thoughts. They both looked at Takeru and Yamato was the first to respond "Alright that sounds like a nice idea Takeru. Why don't we go over to the open area here behind the garden isn't there a table there where you usually drink tea mother?"

"Yes there is, I'll ask for Theresa (A/N: The closest maid to the family) to serve us some tea." Said Queen Natsuko as she called for the maid and gave her instructions to serve them the tea.

The three of them made there way to a small opening behind the garden. There they saw a round table with some neat chairs that were surrounded by rose bushes and the table's and chairs were found in the center of it all. It was like a little dinning table that was in the center of all the roses, it was a small place but still it was beautiful and relaxing.

"Now that we're here where would you like to start?" asked Queen Natsuko, as soon their tea arrived, Theresa left and the three of them were finally alone.

"Well that would depend actually…where would you like to begin? I mean, mother you were the one that said you wanted to speak with me so what was it that you wanted to actually talk about if I may ask." Asked Yamato looking at his mother

"Hmmm….well I'd like to start by asking your opinion on Princess Cassandra…" began Queen Natsuko

Yamato was silent for a while his mother was sure direct to the point "Oh…well I-I just don't want to be married for the time being."

His brother half lied and Takeru could tell, he knew that there was more to Cassandra why Yamato specifically doesn't want to marry her, but he knew that there was truth when Yamato said he didn't want to marry just yet.

Unknown to the two their mother had already seen through that charade, she asked "Is there a reason behind that dear?"

"…" Yamato was silent, were his actions that obvious? So he still didn't give in and asked "A reason to what mother? What other reason could I possibly have other than not being ready to marry?"

"Yamato I'm your mother I raised you and Takeru both. I know when you're hiding something. Now please be truthful with me, you know what I mean. Is there a reason why you don't want to be married to Princess Cassandra? Yamato prince or not you're still my son and I want to help you and I'd like for you to be happy I won't ask for anything more than for you to tell me the whole truth. You know that if you don't, even if I wanted to help I won't be able to if I don't know what's happening." Explained Queen Natsuko as she looked at her son with caring eyes, she needed to know. She loved her two sons and she didn't want anything more than for them to be happy that's why she wanted to help

"….The answer is simple really…" said Yamato not looking at his mother, he spoke softly and in a tone that he knew his mother would clearly understand him in "Love." One word, that was all he needed to say he knew his mother already got the picture but he continued anyway "I don't love her. I never did and I don't think that I could ever learn to do so even in a long period of time, and yet she claims that I do, whereas I don't remember telling her or anyone that I've fallen in love with her. Takeru and I…we've done everything father and you have told us to. And all for the sake of our duty as princes and to make you and father happy…but…this is just too much I wouldn't mind marrying actually if it were to a person that I love and care for, someone I'm willing to marry and cherish for the rest of my life…not like this. This marriage if so it happens will be nothing but a meaningless set-up to me and I would never be happy about it…never. Tell me mother if I do marry her…in the future would you and father make Takeru share the same fate as I? Will he be forced to marry without giving asking for his approval or choice? Is this right mother, is it right to marry someone you don't love? Is it right to marry by force and not by a persons own free will?"

Takeru after hearing his brother's claim was silent. He recalled talking about this with Hikari, and how he wished that he would not share the same fate. Takeru looked at his mother who was still silent. He knew that his brother was right they did everything to make their parents happy but even he could see that this was way too much.

Queen Natsuko was silent indeed she heard it from her own sons mouth and she could also hear the sadness and pain that was inside of his little explanation. It didn't occur to her that he was made to suffer this much and now even she is starting to have second thoughts of this marriage. She looked at Yamato who still didn't face her and spoke "Yamato if you felt that way from the beginning then you should have spoken to us sooner maybe we could have fixed things before all this." Said Queen Natsuko

Before Yamato cold answer his brother cut in and answered for him "Mother we've tried remember? Countless times that big brother would speak of things such as the issue with marriage nothing would happen. It would always add up to he same conclusion. It was our duty, we have to do it. We have to marry, we have to comply, and we have to for the good of the kingdom. We do all this because we have to not because we want to or wished to do. What difference would it ever make?" said Takeru, true he didn't like talking like this especially with his mother, but even he knew that enough was enough.

The queen was still and silent, now she slowly understood. Her sons kept all of their pain and suffering bottled up inside of them. Not being allowed to have freedom locked them up in here, no friend and anyone else to talk to so they never had the chance to pour things out and to experience have fun. He looked at the two boys, as her eyes softened and she spoke "I didn't know…I'm so sorry. Yamato I…"

"Mother please, none of this was ever your fault. You know that I don't blame you or father it's just that…I've met friends now and I found things that I didn't know about at all…and I want to know what it's like. What it's like to have fun, to be myself in front of others and…" Yamato stopped in mid-sentence he breathed and looked at his mother "I want to know what it's like to love…to fall in love with someone and to be loved by that person in return and I know that Takeru wants these things as well."

"Mother if this wedding continues…big brother's life…it wouldn't be fair for him and I know that you can see that as well." Said Takeru looking at his mother with a pleading look in his eyes

"Takeru…I know that." Replied Queen Natsuko to her younger son then she looked at Yamato who still avoided her gaze "Yamato please I really do want to help you and support your own choices. I know what you desire and I know I might not be able to do much to help you out right now but I really do want to."

"Can't you and father talk about this first?" asked Takeru looking at his mother

"Well…I'm not sure it'll be of much help with the current situation. Your father has already decided this I…I really don't know what I could do to stop it now. Oh Yamato I do wish that there was still something that I could do…but do know I will support you. If ever that there was a girl that you do fall in love with I will very much gladly support you all the way through, some goes for you as well Takeru." Said Queen Natsuko and with this Yamato looked at her as well and now he gave her a sweet and caring smile.

"Well mother…there is this one girl…" started Takeru looking at not only his mother but also his older brother

Yamato caught up quickly to what his brother was trying to say "Takeru…." He looked at Takeru with a warning tone in his voice

"Come on big brother you know that mother has every right to know whatever is going on, and think about it she might be able to help us." Said Takeru looking at his brother

"What ever do you mean Takeru? A girl?" asked Queen Natsuko who was getting confused by her son's conversation.

Yamato sighed and kept silent while he did so Takeru took his chances "Listen mother there is this one girl that I think big brother likes…but the thing is…"

Before Takeru could continue Yamato cut him off "She's not of royal blood, in fact she's just a normal girl at that. In which I think father would never allow."

Queen Natsuko took the things they said and put all the pieces together then she came to one conclusion "You met her in the village didn't you Yamato. And if my guess is correct why do I have the feeling that Jou knows more about this than I do?"

"…" The two boys kept silent, once again their mother was able to put the pieces of the puzzle together all on her own

"Yamato…I don't know what more I can do to help. All I can do now is to continue to support you and Takeru. You're both old enough to make wise decisions and I'll be here always whenever you need help. I believe in the both of you, and Yamato I hope that you'll soon muster the courage to talk with your father as well. Right now I don't know what more we could do and especially with the wedding preparations undergoing it's going to be hard to stop it now but I know you'll think of something you're both very wise boys and remember that I'll be here to help." Explained Queen Natsuko then she looked at Yamato and smiled sweetly "And if ever what Takeru says is true then I'll be looking forward to meeting this girl Yamato. Follow your heart if you really do like her and might even end up falling in love with her then take the risk and just follow what you believe in and you'll make it through I know that you will."

Yamato and Takeru smiled and each gave their mother a hug they said their thanks and Takeru left for the castle gates hoping that Jou was already there.

Jou made his way to the castle and once again, Takeru beat him to it. When they met, Jou figured that since Yamato still wasn't there then that would mean that he still wasn't allowed to leave the castle until now.

"Hello Jou. Good morning." Greeted Takeru

"Good morning to you too Takeru, so I'm guessing that Yamato still isn't allowed to leave?" asked Jou

"Yeah….apparently they aren't done with him just yet. Come on lets get moving shall we?" suggested Takeru

Jou dint say any more, he just nodded and they both made their way to the village as quick as they could.

The gang was all busy today and they all had work today, some were more busy than the others but still they were all pretty busy. Business for all of them had been going well and it was all thanks to them being together and helping each other out, not to mention all their hard work.

Takeru had no other choice to stop by his friends places one by one, lucky for him getting lost wasn't an option considering they all lived close to one another and Jou was with him all the way. He decided to stop by Mimi's place first, he opened the doors to her bakery and he was greeted with Yolei's happy smile

"Hello there….Oh it's you T.K. This is the first time I've seen you here." Said Yolei

"Hello Yolei, is Mimi here?" asked Takeru

"Well no I'm sorry she was pretty busy for the past hour or so, I arrived to work pretty late so I did her the favor if watching over the shop while she was gone. I think she went to Tai's place." Said Yolei

"Oh alright, thank you for the information." Said Takeru then he took out an envelope handing it to Yolei "Here, just as promised it's an invitation to the ball."

"Oh thanks T.K. You be careful alright." She said as she saw Takeru heading for the door as soon as he handed over the invitation

"I will thanks again." And with that Takeru left for his next destination Sora's flower shop.

Sora was busy with the flower shop, she received a lot of requests of flower arrangements from her customers who would come pick up their orders later on. She was working on one of the bouquets that was requested when out of the blue she saw Takeru pop in.

"Oh hello there T.K what brings you here?" asked Sora as she temporarily stopped whatever she was doing to listen to Takeru

"Hello Sor, I just stopped by I heard that you were all busy so I decided to come and visit you guys here one by one. Actually I just came from Mimi's bakery, although Yolei was the only one there." Explained Takeru as he was looking around Sora's shop

"Oh Mimi must have went to run some kind of errand…" said Sora

"So Sor this is your flower shop right? It looks really nice you must really like flowers huh. Are you alone?" asked Takeru as he noticed that no one else was there and he also remembered that Kari said that she worked here so where was she?

"Oh yeah I am, you see Tai told me that he wanted Kari to help him out for today and I didn't mind staying here on my own, I mean Kari helps me a lot and I don't mind giving her a break or two." Explained Sora then she added "And I'm glad that you like the place…by the way about Yama…"

"Oh yeah he still wasn't allowed to leave the castle…I think that I won't be coming here tomorrow either." Said Takeru

"Oh and why is that?" asked Sora with a questioning look

"Well first of all I have to give you something." Takeru took out two envelopes and handed them to Sora "One of those envelopes is an invitation to the ball, it'll happen in two days which is why we can't leave the castle tomorrow. The other is my brothers reply."

"Reply?" asked Sora

"Yup it's his reply from the letter that he got from you last night. He was happy when he got it you know and how he wished that he could come here today, so since he couldn't come he just wrote back." Explained Takeru smiling at Sora

"Oh…" she took the two enveloped and now knowing that one of them was from Yamato made her suddenly blush…

Takeru noticed this and asked "Is something wrong?"

"No nothing I just didn't really expect that he would write back…" said Sora

"Well I'm not surprised Sor, you know I think he'll go to extreme lengths for you." Said Takeru with a warm smile on his face

"Huh? W-what would make you say that?" asked Sora, she still couldn't make the slight blush on her cheeks go away

"Oh it's just a guess but I think that that's the case with him. He is my brother I think that he really cares about you." Said Takeru

Sora was pretty speechless she didn't know what to do or say. What Takeru said…was it true?

"But of course I think you should talk to him about this stuff not me…anyway Sor if you don't mind I'll be heading to Koushiro's place I hope to see you and the others at the ball alright. Bye and take care of yourself." Said Takeru as he wave goodbye and left out the door leaving Sora deep in her thoughts.

Takeru didn't want to do that and just leave Sora like that but he's already said too much about how Yamato felt and he didn't want her to hear any more coming from him. He wanted Yamato to be the one to tell her these things and he didn't want to be the one to spoil it for them both. He and Jou headed to Koushiro's place but surprisingly when they got there no one was home.

"Looks like Koushiro's out for the day…I think we should go on ahead and check elsewhere…is there any other place that you need to go to?" asked Jou facing Takeru

"Well…Tai's pace is the last one." Said Takeru

"Alright we'll head there first Koushiro and the others might be there." Suggested Jou

"Okay that sounds like a good idea." So they both hurriedly made their way to Tai's hoping to find the others there as well

Tai's last customer just left and his friends who were bored of waiting for him to finish rejoiced as his work was finally done and over with. Ken cleaned the remaining table that was left dirty and he and Tai walked to the table where their friends were in.

"Finally! It's like you guys took forever to finish." Said Davis

"Well Davis it was a busy day and we were working you know and not just playing around." Said Ken

"Alright…alright already sheesh you don't have to be the one to rub it in do ya'?" asked Davis with a sigh "So why'd you guys cal us here anyway?"

"We wanted to talk to you guys…oh by the way Meems where's Yolei?" asked Tai noticing that Yolei wasn't around

"Well she arrived at work late and we had a lot of things to make especially cakes, luckily I was able to finish on time. She said she'd be glad to watch the shop whilei was gone and I'd just fill her in on the details." Replied Mimi

"What is it that we have to talk about anyway?" asked Koushiro, but before anyone could answer his question Takeru and Jou came in

"Hey you two you're here and you're both just in time too." Said Tai as he looked at his two friend whom he gestured to sit down then he noticed something and said "So let me guess Yamato still isn't allowed to come out of the palace under orders?"

"Yeah sorry Tai they said he had to stay. And I might not be here tomorrow too." Said Takeru

"Why T.K?" asked Kari she was hoping that nothing went wrong

"Oh it's just that the bal will be in two days and they want us both there for the preparations and set-ups." Explained Takeru

"Oh so it'll be the day after tomorrow right wow they sure want to announce that engagement quickly." Said Cody

"Anyway I want you guys to be there." Takeru handed them the invitations and said "You need these to be able to get inside. Oh and since we wont be seeing each other tomorrow I just want you guys to know that I already gave Yolei and Sora an invitation someone will be here to pick you all up might be a carriage or two."

"That's nice of you Takeru, so Tai back to the subject why'd you call us here?" asked Mimi who was eager to know what Tai had to say

Tai was silent for a moment and thought "T.K just gave us a perfect opportunity!" he snapped back to reality a while later then looked at the others "Listen guys we have to help Sor and Yamato out."

"With what and how?" asked Davis looking at Tai confused

"With what's going on with them and I was thinking of a perfect set-up to do it." Said Tai with a grin on his face

The others were silent and then Mimi spoke "You want to interfere with their relationship, make a plan and get them together?"

"Yeah that's basically it." Replied Tai

"Tai…that's perfect!" said Mimi with joy as she stood up from her chair

"HUH???? YOU AGREE WITH HIM???" asked all the others in unison

"Of course I do! I mean we are doing this for Sora and Yama aren't we?" asked Mimi looking at all the others

"Yeah but Meems don't you think that we should leave them to doing that?" asked Kari not sure if he idea was a good one or if it would even work

"Look guys ever since Yama got here you have to admit that Sor's been pretty different and I think I can say the same with Yama. Don't you think that those two should at least realize that if they like each other they should go for it." Said Mimi

"And I don't think that Yamato will call the shots even if Sor was right in front of him." Said Tai then he continued "Lets face it those two need a push to the right direction."

"Okay so let me get this straight you called us all the way here so we could give them love advice?" asked Davis

"Davis we just want to help Sor out please are you guys that dense not to have noticed that the two of them are a perfect match?" asked Mimi and she knew that the others couldn't argue with that. They could all see it and that was a clear fact, they all knew those two liked each other and no one could create a disagreeing comeback form Mimi's statement

"And besides it's not like we'll completely interfere just give them a little push…a realization to something." Said Tai hoping that his friends would agree "I mean guys if it works between the two of them think about it Yamato will have another reason why he doesn't want to marry Cassandra."

Those words hit Takeru in the head how could he have forgotten "I know you'll think of something you're both very wise boys and remember that I'll be here to help"that's what his mother said he still has her support on their side.

Takeru suddenly smiled then he looked at the others "Tai count me in!"

"Huh? Seriously T.K?" asked Tai

"Listen you guys before I went here today big brother took the advice of talking with mother. We told her everything, even the part where he likes someone else and not Princess Cassandra, we didn't tell her who of course but the big thing is that she said that whatever decision we make she'll always be there to support it no matter what. She believes in the both of us and in our decisions." Said Takeru then he asked "Do you guys get where I'm going here?"

"…so you're saying that with her majesty's help…Tai that's it this might actually work. If Yamato and Sor do have feelings for each other and it all goes well in the end then there's a possibility it might be small but it's still there…their whole getting together part can help in avoiding the wedding!" said Koushiro. Things started to sink in for the others if Yamato does love Sora like they think he does then there's a possibility that he'll fight for what he believes in and maybe….just maybe it could give him enough courage to think of a way to stop this outrageous idea of a wedding.

"Well love is a powerful thing and not only will we help them realize their feelings for each other but we could also help them find the strength to fight for their feelings and stay together no matter what the challenge ahead may be. It's brilliant!" exclaimed Mimi in excitement

"Uh…guys I hate to break up the excitement thing but listen it still won't be that easy. I mean how do you plan to convince both of them to admit it to each other that they love each other all of a sudden if they can't even admit it to themselves?" asked Davis which shocked everyone in the restaurant

"Well he does have a good point…actually didn't you convince Sor of anything Tai?" asked Ken looking at Taichi for answers

"Well she did tell me that she thinks she feels something for him she just doesn't know what to do. She's sort of worried that if she admits that there's something there it wouldn't work out because it wouldn't be allowed." Explained Tai remembering that Sora said that Yamato and her were both worlds apart

"Big brother mentioned the same thing earlier this morning he said that he was sure that father wouldn't allow it if ever he fell in love with someone who's not of royal blood." Said Takeru

"There's also the problem of Cassandra finding out about these things and the part of her doing everything to ruin it for the both of them." Said Kari she didn't even want to imagine what could happen

"Well maybe it is pretty risky on our part and theirs as well but we have to do something before it's too late. Remember that the wedding's in a month we don't have much time and the ball might be our only opportunity. Fine forget about them confessing on the spot we just have to find a way to get them to spend time together long enough for them to realize that something's there." Said Tai

"Yeah but then again that would have to mean distracting Princess Cassandra and getting her out of the way." Said Jou "How are we supposed to do that?"

"Well we have to find an opening during the ball, some kind of open opportunity where Sor and Yama could go somewhere where they could be alone together…" suggested Mimi

"Finding an opening…alright Ken you and Koushiro have to be the one to do that you two are the only ones who know about this stuff. I mean you could do some searching of information about how the order of programs or speeches and stuff that happens during the ball and you guys can give us a cue when we can sneak them out of it for them to be alone." Suggested Tai and with no further arguments Ken and Koushiro simply nodded

"That's basically it Tai I mean if they're alone then they have to do the rest right? Let's let fate handle it after that." Said Kari she didn't want to interfere mush with Sora and Yamato's feelings towards each other "If they really are meant to be together then it's up to them to make it work."

"Alright but we can still help them out, Tai what if we talk to Sor about it tomorrow and T.K can try and talk to his brother about some things that might help clear up their feelings of course we cant reveal the plan." Said Cody

"That's not a bad idea Cody we can try to talk to them and help them sort out some confused feelings and emotions but let's not force answers out of them at the same time. Let's leave it to them to try and open up to us." Said Mimi agreeing with Cody's idea.

"Alright so we'll talk to them tomorrow hoping to get some tings sorted out and then we'll go with the plan during the ball. Giving them some time alone might not make them admit their feelings toward each other immediately but it still might be a huge help for them. And besides we're doing Yamato a favor by keeping him away from Cassandra aren't we." Said Tai with a little laugh

"Yeah lets hope that he's grateful." Said Davis which made the others laugh and things lightened up a bit

They talked a bit more on some issues and soon it was getting dark the bell hasn't rung yet but T.K stood up "Sorry guys if it's alright I'd like to leave early today, I want to know how my brother I doing."

"Nah it's no problem T.K you can go and lets hope your bro is still alive." Joked Tai then he spoke "Kidding, but do tell your brother that we said Hi and that we'll see him in two days so hope he's ready."

"Yeah he'll be glad to see you guys take care okay." Said Takeru as e wave goodbye and soon he left with Jou to head for the palace

"Let's hope that Cassandra won't mess it up for Yamato and Sor." Said Davis in a serous tone

"We have to be careful too Tai, I don't think she'll be happy to see us there at all." Said Koushiro

"Yeah I know…just keep out heads up. We'll think of something when we get there and lets hope Yamato gets moving soon before it's too late…" and with that Tai and the others went back to their respective homes

Takeru went straight for Yamato's room as soon as he got home, but when he got there it was empty so he searched for is brother elsewhere. He soon found his brother in the garden roaming around alone.

"Big brother I'm back." He greeted

"Oh Takeru I didn't expect you back so soon, so how was your day?" asked Yamato, by just the tone of his voice Takeru could already tell that something had happened

"It was alright…big brother I don't mean to be rude or anything but did something happen?" asked Takeru worriedly

"…" Yamato was silent for a moment then he answered "I tried…I tried to talk to father but she just kept on interfering long enough for me not to be able to utter a word. I tried to tell father to cancel the wedding but I couldn't he wouldn't listen and then Cassandra started cutting in our conversation and started telling father that I must just be tired that's why I'm not thinking straight. In the end nothing happened it all went to waste. He wouldn't listen to me even if I begged."

"I don't think that's the case…you should try talking to him when Princess Cassandra isn't around you might have a better result of you do that." Suggested Takeru "A-anyway, you should go get some sleep big brother."

"Right thanks Takeru." Said Yamato then he smiled before he left glad that his brother was still there to help him out through the tough times

"Your welcome…" said Takeru as he watched his brother leave from a distance back to his room. "It would be nice if Sora was here she has a way o making him smile a lot and she's a whole lot nicer too…" thought Takeru before he left for his own room

Sora finished all of her work just in time earlier this afternoon, and now she was waiting for one more person to pick up an order. A beautiful batch of flowers were well arranged in a vase that sat on her table while she was waiting she was drawing as always and in the portrait she was making she decided to add Takeru and Yamato to the picture. Later on a girl about her age entered the flower shop.

"Evening Sora I'm sorry for coming here so late." Apologized the girl

"Oh there isn't any need for an apology Jamie I know how busy you are taking care of your little bother." Said Sora with a smile

"Still I don't find that a good enough excuse to make you wait for me." Said Jamie with a pout

"It really is alright. The vase is over there." Said Sora as she showed Jamie the vase

"Wow Sora I knew you'd be the perfect person for this job, mom would so love this! Thank you so much Sora I really owe you on this one." Thanked Jamie as she gave Sora a big hug "You know Sora it's about time you got someone special in your life. Anyone in particular?"

"Huh? W-well I n-no nobody." Staggered Sora just thinking about it reminded her of only one person…Yamato Ishida

"Hello Sora you still there?" asked Jamie

"Huh? Oh sorry I was just…" Sora was cut off

"Are you thinking of someone???" teased Jamie

"N-no of course not…" said Sora

"Alright whatever you say, but really Sora thanks again I'm sure mom would love it see ya' soon." Jamie waved goodbye and left and soon Sora was able to close up the shop

She went to her room and finally decided to open the letter from Yamato. The letter read…

Dear Sora,

Hello Sora thank you so much for your concern. I'm doing fine actually except for the fact that this whole marriage is starting to drive me insane and is killing me. I am taking your advise though I'll try to stay as myself and not let it affect me too much. I hope that you're taking good care of yourself and I do hope that you aren't overworking. I decided to take your advice and talk to my mother and see where it gets me surprisingly Takeru told me to do the same thing. Sora I want you to know that I want to see you again, you and the others as well. I hope that you will attend the ball. I've been lonely here on my own I kind of envy Takeru for being able to get out of the castle. To be honest I've missed all of you. I've missed you and your smiles and kindness. I thank you for worrying about me and wondering how I'm doing. I hope to see you again soon and I also hope that you're all doing well. Take care of yourself always and I hope to see you real soon.

~Yamato~

As Sora read the letter she began to blush and her heart was beating really fast. "Yamato….I hope you're alright too….I miss you as well…" she stopped for a second then a thought filled her mind before she drifted to sleep "What if Mimi and Tai were right? What if….I am falling in love with you….Yama…."

Authors Note: There's the end of this chapter! Thanks for all the reviews so far and to all my readers as well. Have a blessed 2009 everyone!