Author's Note: Sorry for the super late update… please don't be mad!

Chapter Twenty-Five: Fly Away

Sakura had barely made it into Jamie's mansion before her cousin tackled her. Tomoyo was crying hysterically, but Sakura couldn't blame her. She was doing the same thing.

"Oh Sakura! You had me so worried!" Tomoyo spoke, still hugging Sakura tightly.

"You know I would have made it back eventually Moyo, but I'm glad you all came for me." Sakura whispered, hugging her cousin back. "Where's Kari?" She was worried about her friend.

"She's sleeping." Eriol spoke from behind her cousin.

"I'm going to go shower and change fast." Syaoran who was not-so-Syaoran spoke before heading off. Sakura frowned.

"I think he's upset with me." Sakura said turning to her friends in the room.

"Why would you think that?" Not-so-Sage asked from the doorway. Sakura smiled, sitting with her cousin.

"I didn't believe it was him. I'm still having trouble believing that you're Sage." Sakura spoke meekly. Not-so-Sage laughed.

"Not to worry. He's not upset. I'm going to go shower too, and then go see Kari. Don't worry if you hear screaming." Sage joked before heading up the stairs.

"Sakura!" Mei Lin's voice yelled from the front door. Sakura jumped up and ran to her best friend. She was home with all of her friends. Naoko and Rika came in next and received the same hug.

"Ok girls." Tobias spoke, finally breaking up the happy reunion. "Sakura needs to go rest. She's been through a lot. Li's room is last door on the left down that hall." The Lion leader winked. Sakura smiled at the lot, gave her cousin and roommate another hug, then headed toward Syaoran. She prayed to the gods that he wasn't upset with her.

Syaoran

It had taken him 5 minutes to get the cosmetic nose and chin off, and another 15 minutes in the shower to get the hair color out. Now he was just soaking in the shower. He wasn't upset, but sad. He had had visions of rescuing Sakura, and none of them had her doubting who he was. He couldn't really blame her though. He didn't recognize himself in the mirror, so why would she believe him.

"Now that looks more like Syaoran." Her voice reached him. He had been so busy beating himself up that he hadn't heard her come into the shower. He spun around and stared at her in shock. His beautiful girl friend had stunned him again. He absently wondered if she would ever cease to stun him. There would be time for words and thoughts later though. All he wanted was to kiss her. His hands moved on their own to cup her face and bring her lips to his.

"Sakura… I need to tell you something." He whispered out of breath from her kisses. She smiled that beautiful smile he loved, just like the rest of her.

"I'm sorry I didn't believe it was you Little Wolf. Please don't be upset with me." She sounded like she was begging. He chuckled and kissed her again.

"I'm not upset. I love you." He spoke looking her into the eyes. She gasped as if she couldn't believe he had said it.

"I love you too Syaoran Li. I've loved you since the first day you had me pinned in the grass in front of my dorm." She giggled, and he could tell she was crying. The shower water was mixing with her tears, but he knew this girl.

"You know I've loved you since I first saw you get into my hummer." He whispered before kissing her again. There were no words left as he pinned her to the shower wall. Her moan fueled him in his quest to make her understand how much she was missed. He moved down her neck, sucking gently on her sensitive skin. His hand moved down her body to her nether lips, and slid his fingers inside her. He found her nipple and sucked on it. He groaned when her fingers tangled into his hair. His cock wanted nothing more than to burry itself inside her, but he wanted to prologue Sakura's torture.

When Sakura took his arousal into her hand, his eyes closed and he groaned. His hips automatically moving against her hand. He had missed having her for over a month, and now his need for her was overwhelming. Unable to wait another moment, he moved between her legs. His jaw clenched when he felt how hot and wet she was for him. He placed his hands on her beautiful ass, and lifted her into his arms as he sank into her body. He pulled out only to thrust deeper into her willing body. He moved in and out of her with short, slow strokes until her eyes rolled back in her head and her nails dug into his shoulders. The shower blocked out Sakura's moans and his harsh breathing as he set up a rhythm that sent them both flying on the wings of pleasure faster than he would have wanted.

"You are amazing." Sakura gasped. He chuckled as he leaned into her body making sure to not crush her. He could tell she was tired, and he felt bad for keeping her awake.

"You're tired." He spoke, running his hands through her wet hair. He sighed and pulled out of her body, still holding her in his arms. He figured he wasn't going to let her go for a good two months. He dried her off with one of the fluffy towels before carrying her to the bed.

"Say it again." She whispered as she cuddled up to him.

"I love you Sakura." He whispered before kissing her. "Now sleep. You're home and safe." He spoke, watching her close her eyes. She was back in his arms, and he wasn't going to let her go any time soon.

Sage

He had showered in one of the spare rooms seeing as Kari had been brought to the room he was using and he didn't want to wake her. He was now standing above her and watching her sleep. He couldn't stand her thinking that he was dead a moment longer though. He sat next to her on the bed, moving a piece of hair off her face. The movement made her stir, and he held his breath waiting for her to scream.

"Sage?" She whispered it, and he smiled. "This is the best dream I've had in days." He chuckled, caressing her cheek.

"This isn't a dream Kari. I'm real." He spoke. "How can I prove it?" He watched her pinch herself, and then look shocked at him. And then she screamed. He tried to kiss her to stop her before she woke the whole house, but that wasn't going to happen. She was fighting him all the way, and screaming her head off. Then Ryo and Rowe were in the room, pulling her into their arms. He frowned. This was not going his way at all. Ryo and Rowe looked at him with sympathy. Her face was buried in Ryo's neck, and Sage could tell she was crying.

"What did you do?" Rowe asked, running his hand up and down Kari's back.

"I woke her up and she freaked out. She thought she was dreaming." Sage answered, yearning to hold his girlfriend.

"Kari… what's the matter? We thought you would be happy to see him." Ryo whispered. Her glare turned to her brothers.

"You knew he was alive?" She was pissed. Ryo and Rowe sheepishly smiled.

"Well, yes… we wanted you to be surprised. The kid wanted to tell you himself." Rowe said. Sage could see Kari's lip trembling.

"How do I know I'm not going to wake up and this is all going to be some horrible, wonderful dream? You should have told me the moment you saw me." Kari said to Ryo, tears falling down her cheeks. The Twins looked to him, and he nodded. He needed to get a handle on this alone. The Twins got up from the bed, and Sage frowned again when Kari looked pleadingly at them. He wanted to kiss her. When he moved closer to her, she slapped him.

"You are such a jerk!" She yelled, going to hit him again. He grabbed her arms, and pulled her to him. She buried her face into his neck and cried.

"Forgive me. I tried to get word to you." He spoke holding her to him and placing a kiss in her hair. She pulled back, whipping the tears from her face.

"How is this possible?" She asked looking at him with confused blue eyes. "Do you know how devastated I was?" He smiled at her.

"The bulletproof vest kind of knocked me on my ass for a while. I asked Ryo not to tell you. I wanted to be the one to do it." He pulled her toward him, hoping she wouldn't pull away. She did the complete opposite. She threw her arms around his neck and kissed him hard. She pulled back, and hugged him. "I love you Kari. I'm sorry I couldn't get you out of there sooner."

"You were the bidder. You bought me." She whispered hugging him tighter and giggling. He pulled her onto his lap.

"Best money I ever spent." He said, running his hand up and down her leg. She giggled.

"I have something to tell you." Kari spoke, looking up to him with scared eyes.

Kari

She still wasn't 100% sure she wasn't dreaming. Sage was here, and alive, and she was trying not to hyperventilate. She was still trying to process. He had been the bidder that bought her from Tiger. She giggled at the thought that he now owned her. He definitely owned her heart. She thought about their baby. Jamie's doctor, Yukito, was very kind and confirmed that she was about 2 months pregnant. Kari just didn't know how Sage was going to take the news.

"What is it you have to tell me?" He whispered before kissing her neck. Gods she missed his kisses. She could feel the tears coming down her face. He was really here. Wouldn't Sakura be happy to know she was finally getting her tears out.

"I've missed you so much." She whispered, seeking his lips. He kissed her back, rolling her onto her back. His familiar weight soothed her and caused a sigh to escape her lips. She never thought she would ever get this again. The gods were smiling down on her for sure. He was only wearing pajama pants, so she took the opportunity to feel his body. She needed to know that he was real and that she wasn't dreaming. His hand found its way up her night shirt, caressing her breast. It had been too long since she had been able to just let go and not think or worry. She would save the worrying for later. Right now, she just wanted to be with Sage.

Tiger

"YOU'RE TELLING ME THAT THE CHERRY BLOSSOM GOT AWAY?!" His voice boomed from his office. Tara and her sisters stood around the room. He couldn't believe that she had slipped through his fingers again, and knowing the Little Wolf, she was back with him. How could he be surrounded by idiots?

"She must have slipped out of the arena when the lights went out. The Amazonian was the only one left in the ring, and no one has seen her." Tara explained. Tiger could feel his face turning redder as the seconds ticked by.

"And do you have any idea where she is now?" Tiger asked through gritted teeth.

"Our sources believe that she is indeed at Dragon Manor. At least you got the Twin's sister, and pretty good money for the other girls." Tara shrugged. Her lack of caring about him losing to Li again was starting to piss him off more than he already was.

"I still lost out on that American. She didn't last 5 minutes in the ring before she was killed. I should have just sold her cheap." Tiger growled. Tara smirked and rolled her eyes thinking of the American weakling.

"Really, the Blossom was the only one you should have sent to the pits. The others were weak, but what do I know? I'm just a chick." Tata said with a sigh.

"How about you and your sisters go and figure out a way to get my prized fighter back." Tiger said as he motioned for the door. The girls took the hint and left him in the office, where he proceeded to grab the nearest object and chuck it at the wall. "Damn Li and his pack!"

Syaoran

Sakura was still asleep, and cuddled up to his side. He didn't want her to be anywhere else as far as he was concerned. He was currently caressing her arm thinking about their future, and about Tiger. Tiger needed to be put down, but he couldn't risk Sakura's life any more than he already had.

"You are too deep in thought too early in the morning." Sakura's voice whispered as her lips brushed right under his ear. He turned to look into her beautiful emerald eyes. He brought her mouth to his, loving her kisses. She had definitely changed his heart.

"You are very right about that Cherry Blossom." He said between kisses. He didn't want to think about anything but the woman in his arms.

"So what has your mind so occupied?" She asked as she scooted her way onto his body, his arms wrapped tightly around her waist. Her light kisses were not helping his concentration, especially since it hadn't even been 24 hours since she had been rescued. Hell it hadn't even been 12 hours.

"You and me." He groaned as she started moving south. He pulled her up into a kiss. He wanted to look at her face. "And what you would think if I asked you to marry me." He was expecting shock, or maybe for her to look at him like he was crazy, but her dazzling smile had him more confused than anything.

"Are you asking me?" She said, still smiling like she had won the lottery.

"Yes." He said, still wondering how she managed to make him sound like an idiot. "But I want to do it properly." Again the wonderful, crazy girl stunned him because all she does is laugh.

"Define properly." She says as she leans up, looking down at him. "We could have another little duel, where I kick your ass again, or we could go on a date where we get shot at." She giggled, and he couldn't help the smile that found its way to his face. He made a point to give an exaggerated sigh as he reached over to his night stand and pulled the black velvet box out of the drawer.

"Well, as properly as I can." He started, opening the box, and showing her the ring. He had been proud when he picked it out a week ago, but he was starting to doubt himself now. He had chosen a 2 caret, princess cut with emeralds inlayed with more diamonds on the white-gold band. She still wasn't saying anything though. Maybe she didn't like the ring, or maybe she didn't want to marry him.

"Syao…." Oh crap… this wasn't looking to good. "You still haven't actually asked me anything yet." He looked at her dumb founded.

"Sakura, will you marry me?" Gods that was harder than starring down the barrel of a gun. He noticed the tears in her eyes and got more worried… this wasn't looking good…

Sakura

How in the world had she managed to be so damn lucky!? First she met Mr. Hottie, then she got to date him, and now she was going to get to marry him?! Holy Cannoli! She debated on waiting to answer him, just to prolong his torture, but the second she saw the ring he had undoubtedly picked out on his own, she just couldn't find it in her heart to mess with him when he was trying so hard to be serious and make this moment special.

"Yes Syaoran. Yes, of course I will marry you!" Sakura said as she ignored the gorgeous ring to kiss him. She pulled back and looked at him as seriously as she could. "Are you sure? I mean, we haven't known each other long… I don't want you to make a mistake or anything." She almost fell off him when he burst out laughing.

"You will never cease to amaze me. I wouldn't be here making a fool of myself if I wasn't sure." His deep voice spoke back, amused. Sakura watched with anticipation as he pulled the breath taking ring from the little box, and placed it on her finger. It was a perfect fit.

"I hope you know that this doesn't mean I'm going to start letting you win when we fight." Sakura smirked as she moved to kiss him again. His chuckle almost resonated through her body.

"I like it when you're on top. Ever think I'm letting you win?" He asked, and she couldn't help but burst into laughter. Life would not ever be dull being married to Li Syaoran.

Kari and Sage

Kari was staring at Sage, and playing with his curls, and smiling like there was no tomorrow. I mean, let's face it, up until a day ago, she wasn't sure there would be. It was around 2 in the afternoon, and she knew she needed to go eat something, but she just couldn't. She had managed to sneak out of bed that morning to throw up quietly in the bathroom. Apparently the baby did not care that she was finally getting a good night's rest.

"How about we take a vacation? We can go to the city in America. That one that's named after some fruit." Sage said as he watched her play with his hair.

"New York City? The big apple?" Kari responded with a giggle.

"Yea, that one. We can go shopping if you like, or just walk. Some where no one knows us, where we can just relax." He said with a sigh, rolling to his back and taking her with him.

"As fun as that sounds, I would rather warm and sunny. How about Hawaii or the Caribbean?" She offered, unconsciously placing her hand on her stomach. Yukito had told her that she wouldn't see anything for a couple more months, but she didn't care.

"Not feeling good?" Sage's question confused her. She was feeling like a million American dollars.

"I'm fine." She responded, looking into his concerned face.

"Then why are you putting your hand on your stomach?" He asked looking down to where her hand was. Oh shit… how to tell him. Kari bit her lip, wondering how to give him the news without totally freaking him out. Sure he said he loves her, but that can all change when you're told you knocked a girl up.

"I have something I need to tell you, and I need you to not get mad." She explained, sitting up. Sage sat up with her, looking even more worried. He waited, patiently as she collected her thoughts. "I'm pregnant." She chanced a look at him, and almost wished she hadn't. His eyes were wide in surprise, and his mouth was opening and closing like a fish out of water.

"I'm sorry, please say that again." Was what finally came out. Kari took another deep breath.

"I'm pregnant with your baby." She said as best she could, although to her it sounded like a whisper. This was not going as well as she was hoping. Her heart almost broke when he got up from the bed to pace the room. Great… he was mad. He hated her. She kept trying to tell herself that it didn't matter because she loved him and would love the baby no matter what, but damn this was not what she was expecting.

"How far along are you?" He asked as he paced. It took Kari a minute to process that he had asked her a question.

"Y-Yuki said about 2 months give or take." She stammered, still waiting for some kind of reaction. She would rather him just blow up and say he didn't want it or something. She started getting really worried when he knelt in front of her looking like something had ripped out his heart and not hers.

"So you're telling me that for the entire time you were in Tiger's hands you've been pregnant?" Kari just nodded, feeling the tears well up in her eyes. "How can you even want to be with me?!" Sage asked getting up from the position by the bed and pacing again. This confused her even more… what the hell?

"This is definitely not what I was expecting when I thought of how you would react to becoming a father." She said, looking at him and starting to get pissed.

"Yes, a father who couldn't even protect his child's mother! I don't deserve you let alone an innocent kid." He looked lethal and broken. She glared at him, getting up from the bed and pinning him against the wall. It wasn't like he would fight her any ways.

"Don't you start this shit with me." She whispered in a voice he would know to take seriously. "Who saved me from those other buyers? Who got me out of there alive and in one piece? If you don't want to be a dad, or be with me, then just say so. But don't you dare trying finding some pussy ass way of backing out." Instead of waiting for him to talk, she simply brought his lips to hers in a kiss.

"You're pregnant, with my child." He said after the broke the kiss, a smile playing at his lips. Now that was a much better response to her news.

"WHAT? I'M GOING TO KILL HIM!" Ryo and Rowe's voices boomed from Kari's door.

Tomoyo

Eriol had spent most the night trying to keep her mind off of her cousin, but she was slowly going crazy. It was almost 2 in the afternoon, and her dearest cousin hadn't come out of Li's room. Not to mention that Kari was still hiding away with Sage, and Mei Lin was sparring with her sister. Eriol had, reluctantly, left her in the living room alone while he helped Akashi try to locate Tiger's HQ. She really just wanted to spend time with her cousin. She about jumped out of her skin when arms wrapped around her shoulders.

"Good morning cousin." Sakura's giggling voice sounded as she hugged her cousin, then moved to sit next to her on the couch. "Have you been up all night crying?" Sakura's concerned face almost made Tomoyo really start to cry. She had been able to not shed a tear in over 5 hours.

"No making fun of me Kura. You had me so worried." Tomoyo said as she launched herself into Sakura's arms for a hug.

"I'm sorry to have worried you." Sakura said as she hugged back. Tomoyo was the one to pull away, knowing that her dearest cousin would hug her for as long as she wanted. "How is Chance?" Tomoyo could feel her eyes getting misty.

"I don't know. We were all too busy worrying about you to get an update from Tina. Last I heard, he was stable and healing." Tomoyo said, seeing the sad smile on her cousin's face. A glint caught her attention as she looked down to Sakura's left hand. "What the hell is that?!" She about screamed. She couldn't decide if she was happy or pissed.

"Syao asked me to marry him." Sakura said, looking guilty. "Are you upset?"

"Not with you. I'm going to go shoot Eriol." Tomoyo said as she stood from the couch and headed to another area of the house, knowing that Sakura was following. She banged on a black door that Tomoyo knew housed the computer room. "HIRRAGIZAWA ERIOL! YOU ARE A COMPLETE AND UTTER ASSHOLE!" She could feel the tears on her face. She had been dating Eriol for almost two years, and he hadn't once hinted about marriage, and here her cousin was, only dating Li for a few months, and she had a ring.

"Tomoyo, I'm not coming out unless I know that you don't have something to throw at me." Came Eriol's voice. She almost wished she had something! The nerve of him!

"I swear, if you don't come out of that room I'm going to go and convert to being a Tiger and shoot you!" She about screamed. She could hear Sakura giggling behind her, and was pretty sure the whole house was now coming to see what the commotion was all about, but she didn't care. The door opened fully, and the words she was getting ready to yell at her boyfriend got caught in her throat, and came out as more of a sobbing choke sound. There he was, all handsome, smiling, sexy man, on one knee with a ring in his hand.

"You never do let me try to be romantic." Eriol sighed as she walked closer to his extended hand. "Since you were not going to let me wait until later, I suppose you will have to settle for me doing it now. Tomoyo, will you marry me?" Tomoyo couldn't trust her voice, so she just nodded, vigorously.

"You had this planned?" She squeaked as she placed the ring on her hand and stood up.

"Boss wasn't supposed to ask Sakura until tomorrow. I was going to take you to dinner and ask you tonight." Eriol spoke, sending a glare to his cousin.

"You know I hate it when you call me that." Came Syapran's response, but Tomoyo didn't care. She was now engaged, and so was her cousin. Life was looking pretty damn good right about now. That was until they all head a loud thud coming from upstairs, and then a loud 'WHAT? I'M GOING TO KILL HIM!'

Kari and Sage

Oh SHIT! That was the only thing that came to mind as He tried to run away from his girlfriend's two pissed off brothers.

"Aki, get back here! I'm going to kill you!" He was pretty sure that was Rowe's voice as he and Ryo chased him with a frantic Kari on their tail screaming for her brothers to stop. He was more scared now than he had ever been when living under Tiger's roof.

"Rowe! Ryo! Stop this please!" Kari's pleading voice sounded as Sage hit the stairs and used the bannister to slide down to the ground floor. He needed to find Syaoran or Tobias or SOMEONE!

"Oof…" was the sound that came out of his mouth as Rowe tackled him to the ground, Ryo right after. Sage winced, waiting for the punches to come. He opened his eyes slowly, when the punches never came, but the grip on his collar didn't loosen. Rowe was still holding him strong, and Ryo was ready to punch, but neither were making a move. Kari was crying behind them, being hugged by Sakura and Tomoyo. So that meant Syaoran was nearby. Thank the gods…

"What is going on here?" Syaoran's voice sounded.

"Rowe, let go of Sage." Tobias's voice was heard, but Rowe made no move to listen to his leader.

"Sage got Kari pregnant." Ryo said through clenched teeth. Tobias showed up in Sages line of sight, but that didn't seem to help the situation much.

"Rowe. I'm ordering you to let the kid go. We can sit down and talk this out." Tobias spoke. Rowe shoved Sage away, causing him to stumble a bit before he could get his balance. He turned to Kari, who immediately flew into his arms.

"Kari, explain what's going on." Sakura's sweet vice sounded. Sage didn't dare let her go, though. She was his shield against her brothers.

"I found out last night, but I've known for a while." Her voice was really quiet. Sage could hear her, but wondered if the others could as well. "Rowe, Ryo, please. I've already thought I lost Sage once." Her tears were soaking his shirt, and Sage sent a glare to the twins.

"Where you even planning on telling us? Or were you going to keep it a secret until after the baby was born?" Ryo asked, looking like he had been stabbed in the gut. Sage knew how much they adored their sister, so this news was probably making them question her trust.

"I was going to tell you. I swear." Kari pleaded, looking at her brothers. Sage's heart squeezed. She wanted them to love her. He could tell that she was afraid that they would think less of her.

"When Kari?" Rowe asked, and his tone made the pink-haired girl cringe.

"As soon as everything settled down. Up until last night I didn't even know Sage was alive. I wasn't even planning on telling him this soon." She said, looking to Sage. He smiled down at her, kissing her on her temple. At least he understood. He hoped the others would too.

"Sage." Ryo's eyes didn't waver, and his face was stern. This was no time to joke around for sure. "I want you to get my sister as far from Tiger as you can. Think you can handle that?" Sage nodded. He had been thinking the same thing.

"We have a house in Orlando, Florida. Take her there." Rowe said. Sage watched the brother pull out his phone. "I'm texting you the address. You find the next flight out, and you get her on it. I don't want my niece or nephew in any danger."

"Not a problem." Sage answered.

"Don't I get a say?" Kari asked, looking almost upset that they were planning her life for her.

"No." All three of them said at the same time.

"Kari, you have to think you your baby. A war zone is no place for you." Sakura spoke again, moving over to Kari. Thankfully she just nodded.

Tobias

Life was getting too complicated. He was wishing Tomicka would go with Sage and Kari to America, but knew that would never happen. Cat wanted revenge. At least they could play the baby card with Kari. She and Sage were set to fly out in two hours. The Twins and half of Jamie's men would accompany them to the private jet, and then Sage and Kari would be flying, alone, to Florida. The Twins wanted body guards to go with the two, but Sage had brought up a good point. They would blend better if it was just the two of them.

"What's the matter my love?" Tomicka asked as she came into their room.

"Kari's pregnant." He said from the bed. He smiled hearing her squeal with delight.

"That's awesome!" She giggled as she sat next to him on the bed. "I bet the Twins are pissed."

"Right now they are more worried about getting her and Sage out of the country."

"I'm glad she's going. You know, if it was me, I would be kicking and screaming the whole way." He chuckled at that.

"But you would go." He said, looking at her. He didn't know what he would do without her. She smiled, caressing his cheek.

"Well if I was pregnant, and you were coming with me, then yes. I just wouldn't make it easy on you." She giggled again before kissing him. "When do they leave?"

"They're heading to the airport in an hour. They're packing now."

"Well, we should all get together to say goodbye then." She said, grabbing his hand, and dragging him out the door. Once the two, soon-to-be-parents, were safe, the planning to get Tiger would really start.

Kari

She was seriously hoping that this wasn't going to be a super emotional pregnancy. She was trying her best not to cry as everyone came to the living room to say goodbye.

"You know this isn't forever. You'll be back here, kicking ass and taking names with us in no time." Mei Lin said as they hugged. "Well not no time, but you get what I mean." Kari giggled. She had known Mei forever it seemed. It wouldn't be the same without her around.

"We can still talk. I'll have Eri get us a secure line once you're on the ground." Tomoyo whispered as they hugged.

"And no getting married without me." Kari warned as she looked from Tomoyo to Sakura.

"We are going to wait until we are all together again." Sakura assured. "You just worry about keeping safe."

"Not like you have a choice. I'm sure the Twins would be chasing you down if you were in any kind of danger." Tomicka giggled as they hugged. "Find some good places to shop so you can send us stuff. But not too much sun. I've heard it's bad for the baby."

"I think we'll be spending a lot of time indoors." Sage spoke from next to Kari. She hugged Tobias who in turn handed her a credit card.

"It's under a false ID, but it has enough to last you a lifetime. Just in case." Tobias shrugged. Kari felt the tears come faster. Damn hormones.

"Thanks Boss." She whispered before hugging him again. When she got to her brothers she flat out cried as she hugged them tight. "I wish you both could come with me."

"We do too, but Aki will keep you safe." Rowe spoke.

"And you can give us all an update on the mini-brat." Ryo spoke of her unborn baby. She glared.

"The baby is not a brat… yet." She giggled. "You two be safe. I don't want my baby to be Uncle-less." She said sternly.

"I'll keep an eye on them." Jamie said as he held the door open. She and Sage hopped into the nearest armored SUV. They waved goodbye as the cars pulled out. Kari prayed to whoever was listening, that she and Sage would make it back to their friends as soon as possible.

Syaoran

He held Sakura close as Kari, Sage, and their entourage left for the private airport. He knew Akashi would be monitoring them the entire time, even in the air. He was just hoping everything went well. Kari and Sage both needed a break.

"What now Syao?" Sakura asked as the SUV's were finally out of sight. He sighed as everyone headed back into the house, obviously waiting for some kind of direction.

"While I wish we had time to just breathe, I want us to get a jump on Tiger as fast as possible. Sakura, I want you to go with Eriol and try to remember as much as you can about where Tiger's HQ is located. At this point, any information you can remember is better than what we have." Sakura nodded and she and Eriol headed toward the computer room. "Tomoyo, you and Mei Lin are going to go down to the range and work on sniping. I need you at your best." Tomoyo and Mei Lin headed out without word. They could tell how serious this was. "Jamie and Tobias, get as many men as you can here. Also, I need so men sent to my mothers. She won't ask questions, I'm just covering my bases."

"What about me cuz?" Tomicka asked looking around at the emptying room. He smirked at his cousin.

"You and me are going to go work on combat with Rowe and Ryo. Their moves are getting a little rusty." He almost laughed seeing the Twins fume.

"Sakura has given you a sense of humor… too bad your jokes suck." Ryo said in a huff as they headed toward the basement.

"If we spar for a couple hours, can we at least be in on the plan for Tiger?" Rowe asked.

"The only plan for Tiger is to annihilate him…"

Authors Note: Sorry again for the super late update, but I hope this helped!