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One Girl Can make a Difference..
New and Old Beginnings
Looking around, I unconsciously took a step closer to Eriol as did Tomoyo. Surrounding us were shops of all sorts imaginable. I wished I had about eight more pairs of eyes just to take everything in. Tomoyo looked as if she was thinking the same thing. I suddenly snapped out of my trance.
"Where first?" I asked, turning to Eriol.
"Well, we need to change up your money so it's off to Gringotts Bank."
As Eriol led us through this amazing place, it was really easy to get lost. As if reading my thoughts (which he probably was) the sorcerer turned around to face us.
"Stay close to me, both of you. It is extremely easy to get lost here, especially you Sakura." He commented giving me a meaningful look.
"Yeah Sakura. Don't go wondering! We know what your like!" added Tomoyo.
"Thanks! I'm not five!" I retorted.
They just shared a knowing look and carried on walking. We soon reached a snowy-white building which towered over the other shops surrounding it. At each door, standing on guard was a-
"Is that a Goblin?" I asked quietly as we entered the big silver-colored doors.
"Yes. You would be mad to try and rob this place. Millions of curses flying around, changed every thirty minutes." Eriol answered.
"Wow" Tomoyo looked apprehensive as we walked into a huge marble hall.
Eriol turned,
"Now, I already have an account due to Clow Reed and so does Sakura. Now Tomoyo-"
I interrupted, "wait.I have an account? As of when?"
"You think Clow Reed wouldn't leave his daughter anything when he died?"
"well, I er.didn't really think."
He carried on.
"Tomoyo you'll need to start an new account. Just take the money you brought and they will exchange it for. The gold coins are galleons, seventeen silver sickles to a galleon and twenty-nine knuts to a sickle. Don't' worry, you'll soon catch on. It's just over there." Eriol pointed to a particularly mean looking Goblin
Tomoyo sighed, "Sure. Meet you in a bit."
"Come on Sakura, let's go to your vault."
I followed Eriol dubiously as he walked up to a free Goblin. He took two chains from around his neck, each holding a small key.
"Vault one and vault two please."
The Goblin raised his eyebrows, "Are you sure? Clow's vault?!"
Eriol shrugged nonchalantly and gave the Goblin the keys. He inspected them closely and eyed both Eriol and myself carefully.
"Follow me Sir, Madam."
Eriol gave me a reassuring look and so I followed on. We sat in a small cart and were soon traveling at an amazing speed. I closed my eyes and felt the cart lurch to a stop. I stepped out onto a small platform with a huge door.
"You can climb back in Sakura, I'll only be a minute. We'll go to your vault next."
And with that the 'young' sorcerer disappeared into the chamber. A few moments later, he reappeared and we were off again but this time for only a few seconds.
"Here's your key Sakura. Clow left it for you for when you entered the wizarding world. This key and everything inside the vault is yours so don't be afraid to take it."
Eriol looked so serious and solemn, I could barely keep a straight face. I nodded in fear of bursting out laughing, and climbed out of the cart. Taking the little gold key, engraved with the word 'two', I inserted it into the tiny hole. It fitted perfectly so I pushed the heavy door open with all my weight. It swung open, creaking loudly.
I gasped involuntarily. Piles and piles of every jewel, gold, rare object and money imaginable lay there for what I presumed was hundreds of years. I stood there for what seemed like a millennia, gaping. I was rich. I owned more than my parents and brother put together.
I was probably richer than Tomoyo.
Wow.
"Sakura?" I heard Eriol question.
I snapped out of the trance.
"Oh, right, I'll be out in a second."
I took a small bag I had brought in with me and scooped enough money in to buy my school uniform, books and any extras I might need as well as expenses during the upcoming year. I took one final look at my newly acquired fortune and walked out the door to sit next to Eriol.
"Wow"
Eriol just smiled and we set off to meet Tomoyo.
After an ice cream at Florean Fortescue's Ice-cream Parlour, which was in fact gorgeous, we set about getting our uniform in Madam Malkin's Robes for All Occoasions.
Stepping into the large shop, I noticed there were many other Hogwarts students getting measured up. Tomoyo looked at them with distaste.
"Sakura! I will not let you wear that in public! As soon as we get in our room tonight you must let me alter them!!"
I knew better than to argue so nodded.
"Sure, as long as the school doesn't get mad"
Tomoyo just shook her head.
"As if Sakura! You are such a kawaii little card-mistress, they are thrilled to have you at the school."
I rolled my eyes as Madam Malkin bustled up to us.
"Hogwart's Students?" she asked, eyeing us up and down. She turned suspiciously to me, "You look awfully familiar you know."
Blushing, I talked quickly, "I just have one of those faces, you know." I laughed unconvincingly.
"Still.oh well.got thorough the curtain ladies. Young man," she said looking at Eriol, "you through the right"
Eriol smiled at the old women, "Oh no, I'm not attending the school."
Madam Malkin just raised her eyebrows, "Right, you wait here then."
An hour and a half later, Tomoyo and I emerged with two big bags each. We both had faces as long as a kite and Eriol couldn't help but laugh at us.
"Why so glum Tomoyo? I thought you loved clothes making?"
Tomoyo just grimaced.
"It was just so boring. I could have done it in five minutes myself if I had known."
"Oh well its over now," Eriol gave Tomoyo a reassuring smile and she gave a small smile in return. I almost retched at the cuteness of the scene. "Lets go buy the books and wands."
So over to Flourish and Blotts we went.
"Right," Eriol said to the both of us, pulling out the list of books, "You will need the standard book of spells (grade 5), A History of Magic, Magical theory, Transfiguration intermediate guide, A guide to magic in the East." He rambled off what seemed like a thousand book names when he was suddenly interrupted by a little girls voice.
"Excuse me but can I have your autograph please?" the little, blonde child asked quietly.
I froze. What do I do?? I couldn't exactly turn around and say no to the cute little kid.
"Erm, sure." I bent down and the small sheet of paper and pen she was holding.
"What's your name?" I asked gently.
"Jessica," the young child answered, grinning, "My friends are going to be so jealous when they find out I got the card-mistresses autograph!!"
I laughed uncomfortably and wrote, 'To Jessica, You have the prettiest hair ever. Stay sweet! Best wishes your friend Sakura, the card mistress.'
Jessica quickly scanned the paper when I passed it back to her. She looked up at me, giving me the biggest smile I had ever seen,
"Thanks!" she called running off. It gave me a warm feeling inside. I looked up to see Eriol and Tomoyo staring at me.
"What?"
"Well you took that better than expected my dear" Eriol smiled.
I just nodded, wanting to change the subject.
"We better get our books right?"
And so the next hour was spent looking around the cluttered book store until we were finally done. Our last main stop was 'Ollivanders: Makers of fine wands since 382 BC'. Well that's what the sign said in large gold writing.
As we entered the quiet shop, an old man came over to us.
"Welcome Clow. It's a pleasure to see you again" he said, his large eyes sparkling.
"You too Mr. Ollivander. This is-"
"Card-mistress Sakura. I know," he peered over his glasses, "Welcome, I have been expecting you for some time"
I didn't really know how to answer that one.
"Oh. Right. Thanks." I smiled shyly.
He turned to my best friend, "And Miss Daiduji. Welcome."
He ushered us into the small shop, littered from floor to ceiling with small, thin boxes which I presumed were filled with wands.
"Miss," He walked to Tomoyo and lifted up a measuring tape. Interesting. It was still measuring as he walked away.
"Your wand hand please?"
Tomoyo lifted up her right hand (she guessed he meant her writing hand) and Mr. Ollivander proceeded to make her try numerous wands. Finally, Tomoyo waved the wand and out shot pretty blue flowers (interesting choice of colour Aay Tomoyo??).
"Good choice, Miss." Tomoyo paid for her wand and when she was done, I turned to the old man expectantly.
"Can I help you Miss Kinomoto?"
Hello? Is this not a wand shop? I thought to myself, rolling my eyes. Eriol nudged me in the ribs hearing my thoughts.
"Well, er, I need a wand for Hogwarts."
Mr. Ollivander gave me a puzzled look.
"But you already have a wand? Your Star Key can be transformed into a regular shaped wand as not to attract any attention but will do the same job if you concentrate in using only a little of your power. You see Wizard magic does not use as much energy as Sorcerer 'spells' if you will. After a little practice, it will become as natural to you as using you Sakura Cards." He gave me a warm smile.
"Oh.thanks." I answered, slightly gob-smacked.
"Lets go Sakura" Tomoyo pulled me out of the shop, "thanks!" she called.
As we made our way to the pet shop to buy owls, it was getting dark and clouding over.
"We better call it a day after this girls." Eriol said to us.
"Yeah, it's getting late and looks like its going to rain soon," my amethyst-eyed friend answered.
I nodded in agreement as I looked round the owl section of the store.
"Wow, Syaoran would love to see this" I said mostly to myself.
Eriol started coughing uncontrollably.
"What?!?" I demanded. I was getting suspicious.
"Nothing. Don't worry Sakura," Tomoyo answered quickly, a little too quickly if you ask me, while pattering Eriol on the back.
"Oh yeah, as if." I said but moved on anyway after seeing a beautiful amber- eyed owl. It had pure white feathers, which glowed pink in just the right light. Shrinking my bags quickly and putting them in my pocket to have more space to move around, I approached the owl.
"Hey there beautiful," I whispered, stroking it.
The owner came over to me.
"No one has managed to get near that owl since we got it. I've never seen it react like that to anyone." She said, impressed, watching the owl nuzzle my hand in response.
"I'll take it, please." I said looking up at the owner.
"Sure!"
Tomoyo had also picked out a deep-brown cloured owl, which she also brought.
We walked out the shop with our 'purchases', heading towards 'Quality Qudditch Supplies'.
The shop was hot and cramped and as Eriol was holding my owls cage, I went to stand outside the shop. I felt hot and stuffy and the cold was refreshing.
As I leaned against the store window, I looked at my surroundings. Opposite where I was standing was a dark alleyway with a large sign over the entrance.
Knockturn Alley.
Interesting, I thought as I walked through the crowds towards it. Just as I did so, it started to pour down with rain. Darn.
I ran forward hoping to seek refuge somewhere. I could have easily put a shield up or created an umbrella but Eriol had said not use magic in public unless an emergency. Rain? Wasn't really life threatening was it?
The rain was coming down harder and faster and I was more lost than ever. The shadows seemed to be closing on me and lightning flashed overhead. I shuddered. I HATE storms. Nearly as much as I hate ghosts. Nearly. What was I going to do? I was wearing a flimsy pink dress and sandals, unprepared for the sudden downfall and sneezed suddenly. Sugar.
I ran down an alleyway and lent up against the wall trying to catch me breath. I knew I was panicking but didn't know what to do. I couldn't help it. I started crying.
Feeling worse than ever, soaked to the skin and lost in a foreign country, I set out again in to the main street. I felt faint and knew that I wasn't going to last much longer in this weather. It was only getting worse as well.
Suddenly I felt an aura I had not felt for several years. A forest green aura to be exact. I'd recognize it anywhere. But it was too late. The dark was closing in around my eyes. I tumbled to the ground.
"Syaoran."
HA!!! A cliffhanger!!! HA!!! And I promise I will not take a long time to update either. All my stuff got deleted last time and I didn't have the heart to do it again but now I have the writing bug! I'm gonna start on the next chapter of this straight away! YAY!!! At least 15 reviews though please! I know that's a lot to ask and I will only get about 2 but.pretty please??? Every little comment counts!! Thanks! S&S always! Kawaii-Fairy- Emma signing out. -x- R&R!
Disclaimer: NONE is mine (except my little plot which will out one day lol) but is J.K. Rowling and CCS creators.where would we be without you guys???
One Girl Can make a Difference..
New and Old Beginnings
Looking around, I unconsciously took a step closer to Eriol as did Tomoyo. Surrounding us were shops of all sorts imaginable. I wished I had about eight more pairs of eyes just to take everything in. Tomoyo looked as if she was thinking the same thing. I suddenly snapped out of my trance.
"Where first?" I asked, turning to Eriol.
"Well, we need to change up your money so it's off to Gringotts Bank."
As Eriol led us through this amazing place, it was really easy to get lost. As if reading my thoughts (which he probably was) the sorcerer turned around to face us.
"Stay close to me, both of you. It is extremely easy to get lost here, especially you Sakura." He commented giving me a meaningful look.
"Yeah Sakura. Don't go wondering! We know what your like!" added Tomoyo.
"Thanks! I'm not five!" I retorted.
They just shared a knowing look and carried on walking. We soon reached a snowy-white building which towered over the other shops surrounding it. At each door, standing on guard was a-
"Is that a Goblin?" I asked quietly as we entered the big silver-colored doors.
"Yes. You would be mad to try and rob this place. Millions of curses flying around, changed every thirty minutes." Eriol answered.
"Wow" Tomoyo looked apprehensive as we walked into a huge marble hall.
Eriol turned,
"Now, I already have an account due to Clow Reed and so does Sakura. Now Tomoyo-"
I interrupted, "wait.I have an account? As of when?"
"You think Clow Reed wouldn't leave his daughter anything when he died?"
"well, I er.didn't really think."
He carried on.
"Tomoyo you'll need to start an new account. Just take the money you brought and they will exchange it for. The gold coins are galleons, seventeen silver sickles to a galleon and twenty-nine knuts to a sickle. Don't' worry, you'll soon catch on. It's just over there." Eriol pointed to a particularly mean looking Goblin
Tomoyo sighed, "Sure. Meet you in a bit."
"Come on Sakura, let's go to your vault."
I followed Eriol dubiously as he walked up to a free Goblin. He took two chains from around his neck, each holding a small key.
"Vault one and vault two please."
The Goblin raised his eyebrows, "Are you sure? Clow's vault?!"
Eriol shrugged nonchalantly and gave the Goblin the keys. He inspected them closely and eyed both Eriol and myself carefully.
"Follow me Sir, Madam."
Eriol gave me a reassuring look and so I followed on. We sat in a small cart and were soon traveling at an amazing speed. I closed my eyes and felt the cart lurch to a stop. I stepped out onto a small platform with a huge door.
"You can climb back in Sakura, I'll only be a minute. We'll go to your vault next."
And with that the 'young' sorcerer disappeared into the chamber. A few moments later, he reappeared and we were off again but this time for only a few seconds.
"Here's your key Sakura. Clow left it for you for when you entered the wizarding world. This key and everything inside the vault is yours so don't be afraid to take it."
Eriol looked so serious and solemn, I could barely keep a straight face. I nodded in fear of bursting out laughing, and climbed out of the cart. Taking the little gold key, engraved with the word 'two', I inserted it into the tiny hole. It fitted perfectly so I pushed the heavy door open with all my weight. It swung open, creaking loudly.
I gasped involuntarily. Piles and piles of every jewel, gold, rare object and money imaginable lay there for what I presumed was hundreds of years. I stood there for what seemed like a millennia, gaping. I was rich. I owned more than my parents and brother put together.
I was probably richer than Tomoyo.
Wow.
"Sakura?" I heard Eriol question.
I snapped out of the trance.
"Oh, right, I'll be out in a second."
I took a small bag I had brought in with me and scooped enough money in to buy my school uniform, books and any extras I might need as well as expenses during the upcoming year. I took one final look at my newly acquired fortune and walked out the door to sit next to Eriol.
"Wow"
Eriol just smiled and we set off to meet Tomoyo.
After an ice cream at Florean Fortescue's Ice-cream Parlour, which was in fact gorgeous, we set about getting our uniform in Madam Malkin's Robes for All Occoasions.
Stepping into the large shop, I noticed there were many other Hogwarts students getting measured up. Tomoyo looked at them with distaste.
"Sakura! I will not let you wear that in public! As soon as we get in our room tonight you must let me alter them!!"
I knew better than to argue so nodded.
"Sure, as long as the school doesn't get mad"
Tomoyo just shook her head.
"As if Sakura! You are such a kawaii little card-mistress, they are thrilled to have you at the school."
I rolled my eyes as Madam Malkin bustled up to us.
"Hogwart's Students?" she asked, eyeing us up and down. She turned suspiciously to me, "You look awfully familiar you know."
Blushing, I talked quickly, "I just have one of those faces, you know." I laughed unconvincingly.
"Still.oh well.got thorough the curtain ladies. Young man," she said looking at Eriol, "you through the right"
Eriol smiled at the old women, "Oh no, I'm not attending the school."
Madam Malkin just raised her eyebrows, "Right, you wait here then."
An hour and a half later, Tomoyo and I emerged with two big bags each. We both had faces as long as a kite and Eriol couldn't help but laugh at us.
"Why so glum Tomoyo? I thought you loved clothes making?"
Tomoyo just grimaced.
"It was just so boring. I could have done it in five minutes myself if I had known."
"Oh well its over now," Eriol gave Tomoyo a reassuring smile and she gave a small smile in return. I almost retched at the cuteness of the scene. "Lets go buy the books and wands."
So over to Flourish and Blotts we went.
"Right," Eriol said to the both of us, pulling out the list of books, "You will need the standard book of spells (grade 5), A History of Magic, Magical theory, Transfiguration intermediate guide, A guide to magic in the East." He rambled off what seemed like a thousand book names when he was suddenly interrupted by a little girls voice.
"Excuse me but can I have your autograph please?" the little, blonde child asked quietly.
I froze. What do I do?? I couldn't exactly turn around and say no to the cute little kid.
"Erm, sure." I bent down and the small sheet of paper and pen she was holding.
"What's your name?" I asked gently.
"Jessica," the young child answered, grinning, "My friends are going to be so jealous when they find out I got the card-mistresses autograph!!"
I laughed uncomfortably and wrote, 'To Jessica, You have the prettiest hair ever. Stay sweet! Best wishes your friend Sakura, the card mistress.'
Jessica quickly scanned the paper when I passed it back to her. She looked up at me, giving me the biggest smile I had ever seen,
"Thanks!" she called running off. It gave me a warm feeling inside. I looked up to see Eriol and Tomoyo staring at me.
"What?"
"Well you took that better than expected my dear" Eriol smiled.
I just nodded, wanting to change the subject.
"We better get our books right?"
And so the next hour was spent looking around the cluttered book store until we were finally done. Our last main stop was 'Ollivanders: Makers of fine wands since 382 BC'. Well that's what the sign said in large gold writing.
As we entered the quiet shop, an old man came over to us.
"Welcome Clow. It's a pleasure to see you again" he said, his large eyes sparkling.
"You too Mr. Ollivander. This is-"
"Card-mistress Sakura. I know," he peered over his glasses, "Welcome, I have been expecting you for some time"
I didn't really know how to answer that one.
"Oh. Right. Thanks." I smiled shyly.
He turned to my best friend, "And Miss Daiduji. Welcome."
He ushered us into the small shop, littered from floor to ceiling with small, thin boxes which I presumed were filled with wands.
"Miss," He walked to Tomoyo and lifted up a measuring tape. Interesting. It was still measuring as he walked away.
"Your wand hand please?"
Tomoyo lifted up her right hand (she guessed he meant her writing hand) and Mr. Ollivander proceeded to make her try numerous wands. Finally, Tomoyo waved the wand and out shot pretty blue flowers (interesting choice of colour Aay Tomoyo??).
"Good choice, Miss." Tomoyo paid for her wand and when she was done, I turned to the old man expectantly.
"Can I help you Miss Kinomoto?"
Hello? Is this not a wand shop? I thought to myself, rolling my eyes. Eriol nudged me in the ribs hearing my thoughts.
"Well, er, I need a wand for Hogwarts."
Mr. Ollivander gave me a puzzled look.
"But you already have a wand? Your Star Key can be transformed into a regular shaped wand as not to attract any attention but will do the same job if you concentrate in using only a little of your power. You see Wizard magic does not use as much energy as Sorcerer 'spells' if you will. After a little practice, it will become as natural to you as using you Sakura Cards." He gave me a warm smile.
"Oh.thanks." I answered, slightly gob-smacked.
"Lets go Sakura" Tomoyo pulled me out of the shop, "thanks!" she called.
As we made our way to the pet shop to buy owls, it was getting dark and clouding over.
"We better call it a day after this girls." Eriol said to us.
"Yeah, it's getting late and looks like its going to rain soon," my amethyst-eyed friend answered.
I nodded in agreement as I looked round the owl section of the store.
"Wow, Syaoran would love to see this" I said mostly to myself.
Eriol started coughing uncontrollably.
"What?!?" I demanded. I was getting suspicious.
"Nothing. Don't worry Sakura," Tomoyo answered quickly, a little too quickly if you ask me, while pattering Eriol on the back.
"Oh yeah, as if." I said but moved on anyway after seeing a beautiful amber- eyed owl. It had pure white feathers, which glowed pink in just the right light. Shrinking my bags quickly and putting them in my pocket to have more space to move around, I approached the owl.
"Hey there beautiful," I whispered, stroking it.
The owner came over to me.
"No one has managed to get near that owl since we got it. I've never seen it react like that to anyone." She said, impressed, watching the owl nuzzle my hand in response.
"I'll take it, please." I said looking up at the owner.
"Sure!"
Tomoyo had also picked out a deep-brown cloured owl, which she also brought.
We walked out the shop with our 'purchases', heading towards 'Quality Qudditch Supplies'.
The shop was hot and cramped and as Eriol was holding my owls cage, I went to stand outside the shop. I felt hot and stuffy and the cold was refreshing.
As I leaned against the store window, I looked at my surroundings. Opposite where I was standing was a dark alleyway with a large sign over the entrance.
Knockturn Alley.
Interesting, I thought as I walked through the crowds towards it. Just as I did so, it started to pour down with rain. Darn.
I ran forward hoping to seek refuge somewhere. I could have easily put a shield up or created an umbrella but Eriol had said not use magic in public unless an emergency. Rain? Wasn't really life threatening was it?
The rain was coming down harder and faster and I was more lost than ever. The shadows seemed to be closing on me and lightning flashed overhead. I shuddered. I HATE storms. Nearly as much as I hate ghosts. Nearly. What was I going to do? I was wearing a flimsy pink dress and sandals, unprepared for the sudden downfall and sneezed suddenly. Sugar.
I ran down an alleyway and lent up against the wall trying to catch me breath. I knew I was panicking but didn't know what to do. I couldn't help it. I started crying.
Feeling worse than ever, soaked to the skin and lost in a foreign country, I set out again in to the main street. I felt faint and knew that I wasn't going to last much longer in this weather. It was only getting worse as well.
Suddenly I felt an aura I had not felt for several years. A forest green aura to be exact. I'd recognize it anywhere. But it was too late. The dark was closing in around my eyes. I tumbled to the ground.
"Syaoran."
HA!!! A cliffhanger!!! HA!!! And I promise I will not take a long time to update either. All my stuff got deleted last time and I didn't have the heart to do it again but now I have the writing bug! I'm gonna start on the next chapter of this straight away! YAY!!! At least 15 reviews though please! I know that's a lot to ask and I will only get about 2 but.pretty please??? Every little comment counts!! Thanks! S&S always! Kawaii-Fairy- Emma signing out. -x- R&R!