Card Captor Sakura Fan Fiction ❯ Secrets of Night ❯ Combat ( Chapter 3 )

Disclaimer: I don't own Card Captor Sakura, nor do I own Kouga from Inuyasha I decided last minute to borrow him for this.

 

 

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Secrets of Night

 

Chapter Three

Combat

 

xoxo

 

Syaoran growled as he sat at his old mahogany desk his head in his hands, It's been almost a month and I still don't have her as mine… slamming his fists to his desk he snarled again angry, “It's that stupid vampire always getting in the way.” He muttered to himself darkly.

 

There was a knock at his door causing him jump out of his thoughts and turn around in his leather chair; “Come in.” he called. The large door opened slowly and Meiling poked in her head, “I heard a bang so I came to check up on you… We're all worried about you Syaoran-kun, we can smell your anger from downstairs.”

 

Syaoran frowned, “I'm fine and I'm sorry it's just… that stupid vampire is getting in the way of everything!” he growled ready to toss the first thing that comes in his hand at the wall.

 

Meiling's eyes darkened for a minute knowing what it was about and her frown deepened, “I don't get it.” She said as she stepped into his room, “I still don't get it why her scent bothers you so much.” She shook with jealousy but Syaoran didn't seem to notice as he stared out his window.

 

“It's hard to explain Meiling…” he said before turning back to her, “It's like I crave the time I spend with her. I-I don't know what's happening to me. I've never felt this way before. I think I'm falling in love with her…”

 

“But you barely even know her Syaoran!” she cried in despair, “How can you love that bitch if you haven't even known her for a full month!”

 

Syaoran looked at Meiling shocked, “Meiling, she isn't a bitch, and love is something I've learnt you can't control.” He looked at her sternly.

 

The female wolf sighed, longing shone in her eyes as she looked at Syaoran, “Why do you have to have her?” You have me Syaoran… she thought unsure if she should voice it.

 

Syaoran shook as he thought about Sakura's scent, “It's not that I have to have her Meiling, I need her. It's this desire that won't go away until its filled.” He tried to explain as he clenched his jaw tightly, “And it doesn't help that I'm falling for her.” He whispered before looking up at her hoping she'd understand but she merely frowned before walking out of his room abruptly leaving him shocked.

 

That stupid bitch… Why does she have to get all the attention? Tears clouded her vision, Why did she have to have that scent? Why couldn't it be me?

 

“Meiling!” called Ryu, “Did you tell Syaoran that we're going out for a run?” he asked before noticing her sadden state, “Hey, what's wrong?”

 

She shook her head, “It's nothing Ryu, leave me alone.” She said as she pushed passed him towards her room. Ryu sighed watching her retreating back, “Meiling…”

 

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“Why don't you just-” Nakuru was cut off by Eriol's tired and annoyed reply, “Nakuru, please, I know you're trying to help, but if you keep breathing down my neck I can't concentrate.”

 

Nakuru pouted but nodded in understanding, “I'm sorry.” She apologized, “But, to make things simpler, why don't you ask her on a date?” she asked.

 

Eriol thought for a moment nodding, “I could yes, but what about the temptation? Her scent?” he clenched his hand tightly at the thought, “What if I'm not strong enough? I don't want to hurt her.”

 

Nakuru gave him a smile, “You are strong enough, don't worry about it. Stay outdoors if you can, so her scent won't be as strong as it would be if you were indoors.” She suggested before looking at the time, “Well, its snack time, would you like to come?” she asked.

 

Eriol thought for a moment, “No thank you Nakuru.” Came his tired reply, “I'm exhausted, I think I'll rest tonight.”

 

She nodded, “Very well, I'll bring something back for you then.” And with that she was gone.

 

Eriol sighed placing his glasses on his bedside table and pinch the bridge of his nose, he walked over to his bed and laid down staring up at his ceiling. Vampires didn't sleep, but that didn't mean he couldn't rest.

 

I can't get her out of my mind. He thought to himself, if he had a heart he was sure that it'd be skipping beats at the thought of Sakura, I can't possibly be falling in love with her can I?

 

He gave out a groan everything has to be so confusing, so complicated so… so damn frustrating.

 

“You shouldn't be so stressed Eriol.” Came a voice from his door. Eriol shot up from his bed slipped on his glasses and looked at who spoke to him.

 

“Clow.” He addressed as the older man walked towards to.

 

Clow chuckled, “I've never seen you like this before Eriol, stressed out because of a girl.” He began, “Tell me, do you intend to just take her blood or make her one of us if you manage to get her.”

 

Eriol looked at him, “At first Clow, I just wanted to taste her blood. Nothing more, but I can't afford to kill her anymore…” he sighed, “I've never felt this way before Clow. Could this be love or lust?”

 

Clow's eyes shone with a knowing glint, “I'm afraid that, that is something only you can figure out.”

 

Eriol frowned but sighed, “I understand.” He said.

 

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Night had come and gone too quickly for Sakura as she turned off her alarm clock with a sigh. Slowly getting up she stretched and rubbed her eyes tiredly. Taking her uniform she walked to the bathroom and took a shower before drying off with the help of her magic and changing. Brushing her hair and pulling it back into a simple ponytail she began to brush her teeth before walking back into her room and grabbing her bag and walked back downstairs into the kitchen.

 

“Ohayo Gozaimasu Sakura.” Her father greeted her earning a smile, she greeted him back happily, “You're up particularly early today.” He noted.

 

Sakura just grinned, “A friend from school offered to bring me school today so I don't want to be late and make him wait.” She explained as she took the pancakes her father offered.

 

“He?” he asked with a chuckled, “Imagine your brother if he heard boys were driving you to school. Are you involved with any of these boys Sakura?”

 

Sakura blushed, “No… they're just friends Otou-san.” She assured him.

 

Fujitaka just smiled, “I hear a car pulling up outside, I'm sure that's your ride.” Sakura smiled brightly at him before bidding him goodbye and giving him a peck on the cheek.

 

Running to the front door, she slipped on her shoes and walked outside to see Eriol in his car; he waved at her with a grin.

 

Hopping into his car, “Ohayo Eriol-kun!” she greeted.

 

“Ohayo Sakura-chan.” He returned with a smile, “How was your evening?” he asked as they drove off.

 

“Exhausting.” She replied with a sigh, “And yours?”

 

Eriol thought for a moment, “Confusing.” Came his short reply.

 

Pulling into the parking lot Sakura barely had the time to react like every other time Eriol drove her to school, he'd have already turned off the car and be at her side opening her door and handing her, her back pack. “Thanks.” She thanked him as he just grinned at her. She felt his hand lingering near the small of her back as he walked with her steering her away from the large stampedes of students to their homeroom.

 

Sakura blushed slightly still not used to the stares and whispers she gets for not only being the `new girl' in school, but being quite close friends of, Syaoran and Eriol.

 

Eriol looked down at her, “I'm sure the rumors will pass by the end of the month.” He told her warmly sensing her discomfort.

 

Sakura nodded, “I hope so…” she frowned a bit, “I don't know why people find new students so interesting.”

 

“Well, normally people disregard it after a week or so, but you're just too interesting.”

 

Sakura rose a brow, “Interesting?” she asked, “I'm hardly anything interesting.” Unless they found out about my magic… that'd be quite a predicament. She thought.

 

“Au contraire, Sakura-chan, you are very interesting. I've heard many comments about you from friends of friends of friends. Most from the male population of the school though.” Sakura blushed, “All good I hope.” Eriol gave a laugh as he opened the classroom door for her.

 

Sakura thanked him and walked to the back of the class taking her seat and gave one last smile before Eriol took his.

 

She turned to Syaoran and greeted him, “Ohayo Gozaimasu! You look a little angry is something wrong?” she asked with concern a frown on her features.

 

Syaoran just gave her a smile, “I'm fine, it's nothing.” He told her before sending a glare at Eriol, he turned to see Sakura confused glance, “I know this may we a touchy subject but, why do you and Eriol hate each other so much?”

 

Syaoran took in a sharp breath, before he could answer their teacher walked in and he sighed in relief, but a look on Sakura's face told him she wouldn't forget.

 

Soon enough, class quickly finished and Sakura met up with Tomoyo in the hall. “Are we still up for tonight?” Tomoyo asked excitedly.

 

Sakura nodded, “Of course! Are the others coming?” she asked. Tomoyo thought for a moment, “Only Chiharu. Naoko has to work early on Saturday and Rika has plans with her parents.” She replied a bit disappointed that they're two other friends couldn't come.

 

Sakura frowned, “Well there is next time ne?” Tomoyo nodded before something caught her eye causing her to gasp, “Did you hear??” she asked excitedly again turning to Sakura. She couldn't help but laugh, “What is it?”

 

“Remember that guy I introduced you to last week?” she asked. Sakura thought for a moment, “Which one?” she tried to remember, but since she came Tomoyo had introduced to her plenty of people in their grade.

 

“Yamazaki Takashi.” Tomoyo supplied. Sakura tapped her chin in thought, “The one who talks nonsense?” she asked earning an eager nod from Tomoyo, “What about him?”

 

Tomoyo grinned, “I heard he has the hots for our dear Chiharu-chan!” Sakura squealed with her, “So we're going to play matchmaker tonight so I need your help!”

 

Sakura nodded, “Of course!”

 

“Move it Kinomoto!!” Meiling said as she pushed Sakura who cringe at the pitch and Tomoyo to frown, “I don't know what her problem is…” she said glaring at the Li Female.

 

Sakura frowned at Meiling's retreating back then turned back to Tomoyo, “Don't worry about it… it'll probably pass…”

 

Tomoyo just frowned, “Are you sure?”

 

Sakura just gave Tomoyo a reassuring smile, “Don't worry about it, if she does something, I can handle myself. If not, I have great friends like you to back me up, not to mention a brother.” Tomoyo smiled and they continued on to class.

 

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When class had ended Syaoran just glared at Eriol before meeting up with Ryu in the hall.

 

“How was class?” he asked Syaoran who was irritated, “Must be a pain to have him in your class.” He stressed meaning Eriol.

 

Syaoran merely rolled his eyes, “More than a pain, especially when the girl who you can't get out of you mind is friends with the freak.” He glanced at Ryu, “It doesn't help having her in class either though.”

 

Ryu laughed, “Distracting isn't it?” Syaoran glared at his friend who was making fun of him, “Okay, okay, I'll leave you alone about it sheesh.” Ryu held his hands up in defense.

 

“Wait till it happens to you.” Syaoran muttered to himself as he and Ryu continued on to their class, then her scent caught his attention again. He groaned see Meiling push Sakura, “I have to talk to Meiling. She walked out on me last night.”

 

Ryu rose his brow, “I wonder why dude. Anyways, you have to get Meiling to calm down, she was talking to one of the other girls who told Kouji who told me that Meiling is on the verge of killing Kinomoto.”

 

Syaoran's eyes widened, “Why, Sakura hasn't done anything to her.”

 

Ryu shrugged, “Do you think I know how the female mind works? Especially Meiling's? All I know is that I never want to get on Meiling's bad side with those weird plans of hers.”

 

Sighing Syaoran changed the subject, “What do we have next?”

 

“We have Science…” he replied, “And, we have Gym today and I heard it's combat today.” He grinned, “It's demonstration class though, so a pair for the girls' is fighting on Monday, and a pair for the guys is fighting today. It's for both senior classes.”

 

Syaoran smirked, “And I know just who to volunteer.”

 

Ryu gave a laugh at Syaoran's excitement, “I can't wait to see this, I wonder what the teacher would think when Hiiragizawa doesn't start bleeding.” Ryu paused for a moment, “Vampires don't bleed right?”

 

Syaoran rolled his eyes, Ryu was one of the newer Wolves in their clan, he came in search for the “legendary werewolves” to see if were true -which in fact it was- and forced his way to become one.

 

“Just because their heart doesn't pump their blood doesn't mean their blood still isn't in their body.” Syaoran replied.

 

Ryu nodded thinking, “So… that means they bleed?”

 

Rolling his eyes again Syaoran couldn't help but laugh, “You'll just have to wait and find out.” He replied as he ruffled Ryu's shiny silver tinted hair.

 

“Wh- Hey! That's not fair.” Ryu said, “Just because I'm the cub doesn't mean you can pick on me.” Syaoran just grinned and they continued on to class.

 

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Eriol's sapphire eyes darkened when he saw Meiling shove Sakura, “I have a bad feeling about her.” He muttered to himself as he walked to his next class.

 

“Talking to yourself is a sign of going insane you know.” Came a voice from behind him.

 

Eriol didn't turn around when he spoke, “Well Kiyoshi… have I ever agreed in being sane?” he asked with a grin. Kiyoshi laughed pushing back his thick gravity defying red hair from his eyes.

 

“Still haven't bitten the girl I see…” Kiyoshi followed Eriol's gaze to Sakura, “If I were you I would've probably just taken her the first day. Her scent is scrumptious.”

 

Eriol glared at his friend clearly telling him to back off, Kiyoshi laughed, “I'm just saying her scent is delicious… no harm in that, it isn't my favourite but it'll pass. Although I can assure you I won't bite her…” the red head grinned widely his eyes shone with mischief.

 

“I'm sensing an `unless' coming along.” Eriol said with a chuckle.

 

Kiyoshi nodded, “Isn't there always?” he asked earning a nod and another chuckle from Eriol, “Well then… As I've said just seconds before, I won't bite her… unless you're willing to share.”

 

Eriol smirked, “Well I'm sorry to be a disappointment to you, but I'm not sharing this one.” Kiyoshi gave a pout as he watched Eriol push his glasses up the bridge of his nose, “She's mine.”

 

Kiyoshi laughed, “Possessive aren't we? It's a shame that she attracts the Wolf as well.” Eriol frowned nodding, “I wish you luck my friend.”

 

Eriol thanked him knowing deep down he was going to need it. Walking into class he noticed Syaoran was here before him, following his gaze he smiled seeing Sakura smiled brightly giggling with Tomoyo.

 

Taking his seat next to Kiyoshi he glanced at Sakura once more before turning his attention to the door seeing his teacher walk in beginning class.

 

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The rest of the morning had gone by quickly and it was the last class of the day, Naoko sighed, “I hate gym… I heard we're doing combat… the only good thing about it is that it's a combination class with the guys.”

 

Sakura rose a brow, “Combat?” she asked curiously, “You mean we're fighting?”

 

Tomoyo nodded, “But don't worry, a lot of the girls don't know anything about fighting, or they're just not interested… The first two classes is Demonstration.” Tomoyo explained, “I'm guessing its guys first. Then Monday is Girls'. After that, it's categorizing for the girls seeing as the guys normally know the basics, sensei is going to rate our skills and match us into even groups to practice. The group with lower skills is just going to practice the basics since we learnt that last. I guess the other group will go into the more intense stuff.”

 

Frowning Sakura sighed; great… it's like two training sessions in one day. She thought to herself as she remembered she had training tonight again with Yue and Kero.

 

“Really, don't worry about it Sakura-chan.” Rika said misunderstanding Sakura's sigh, “Tomoyo, Naoko and I aren't that great… Chiharu is the better one.” She laughed.

 

“Oh, it's not that I don't-” Sakura began before Chiharu glared at Rika cutting her off, “What does that mean?”

 

Tomoyo giggled, “Well, you know, from beating poor Takashi-san all the time, we figured you were pretty good.”

 

Sakura laughed forgetting what she had to say and the teacher walked in explaining the course. “Everyone settle down please.” Started the girls' gym teacher motioning everyone to take a seat on the ground, “As you've probably heard it is Combat.”

 

Several of the girls groaned in dismay whispering to each other about how horrible the next couple of classes were going to be. The teacher shushed them once more before looking over at the boys' gym teacher giving him a small nod.

 

The boys teacher gave a grin, “That's right, and for Combat, as you probably remember from last year, the two first classes are for demonstration. We're starting off with the boys' today and my two volunteers are Li Syaoran and Hiiragizawa Eriol.”

 

Girls swooned as the two mentioned boys stood from their spot as their teacher instructed them of the rules. “Oh this is going to be good.” Rika whispered to her friends.

 

Chiharu nodded, “Who are you going to root for?” she asked excitement not hidden in her tone. Sakura looked back and forth to Syaoran and Eriol, I have a bad feeling about this. She frowned at her thought.

 

She watched as Syaoran and Eriol took their place on the large blue mats. They exchanged a few whispers and a couple of smirks and Sakura couldn't help but be curious as to what they exchanged. The two walked a few paces apart and bowed to each other and Sakura's heart sped up with adrenaline.

 

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“Remember boys, if it gets too out of hand, or if one of us shots a stop, you must stop immediately.” They're teacher instructed. Syaoran and Eriol both nodded and shared a similar look of excitement.

 

As they walked over to the mats Syaoran smirked at Eriol, “Same prize as before?” he asked. Eriol returned the smirk, “Alright.” He replied, “Winner gets Saturday, Loser gets Sunday.”

 

Syaoran nodded, as they walked away from each other and bowed. Glancing at Sakura, both boys caught the worried expression on Sakura's features but their thoughts were cut short as the teacher blew the whistle and they charged at each other.

 

Both using the help of their `special gifts', they gave a power cry before both shooting a punch at each other. Catching each other's punching locked together, Syaoran grinned, as he swiped his foot under Eriol pulling his legs towards him causing Eriol to fall back. The Vampire just roll backwards onto his feet and charged at Syaoran again who shot another punch his way that he swiftly dodged.

 

As they continued fighting Syaoran quickly formulated a plan in his mind that would get him is win and he smirked, it's just a matter of when to put it in motion. Narrowing his eyes he barely had the time to dodge the punches Eriol threw his way. Eriol smirked catching Syaoran off guard making it seem as though he were going to kick, at the very last second he raised his fist and punched Syaoran square in the eye.

 

That's going to bruise Syaoran thought as he ignored the pain glaring at Eriol putting his plan in motion Payback is going to be a bitch.

 

Kicking with his left Syaoran smirked as Eriol fell for it catching it holding him in place. Before Eriol had the chance to pull Syaoran towards him, the wolf twisted his body to the left lifting his free leg into the air he kicked Eriol on the right side of his face with and extra boost of power sending him flying.

 

The teachers blew the whistle, “That's enough!” breaking the two up, “Someone bring them up to the nurses office.” Ryu and Kiyoshi quickly took on that roll just to make sure they don't do something stupid. Sakura watched them carefully worried for their sake.

 

When they stepped out of the gym Syaoran turned to Eriol, “I guess I win.” He said smugly smirking happily. Eriol just glared at him not answering.

 

Ryu shook his head, “I should've known there was something to this… What was the wager?” he asked.

 

Syaoran told him wincing when Ryu poked his cheek, “Don't touch that… it's tender.” He told him. Ryu just grinned cheekily, “Sorry, but you really think she'll go on a date with you when you're all bruised up?”

 

Syaoran rolled his eyes.

 

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School had ended for the day, but everyone was still talking about the demonstration Syaoran and Eriol did.

 

“That was intense…” Rika sighed dreamily, her friends giggling.

 

Chiharu shook her head, “You've established that ten times already.” Rika just rolled her eyes before replying, “For someone overly violent with dear Takashi-san, you don't seem to appreciate a good fight!”

 

The two glared at each other heated for a few moments for breaking down and laughing. Naoko shook her head, “Well I have to get going, see you Monday!” she said as she walked off.

 

Rika did the same before heading off in her own direction. Chiharu turned to Tomoyo and Sakura, “I'll see you girls later for some great partying!” she said before disappearing.

 

Tomoyo smirked towards Sakura, “I'll call you later so we can formulate out plan alright?” she asked.

 

Sakura nodded, “No problem.” She replied happily she waved good-bye to Tomoyo as she called a `See you later' at her. As Sakura made her way to her bus stop she saw Syaoran run up to her.

 

“Sakura-chan!” he called. She smiled his way as stopped so he could catch up with her. She looked up at his forming bruise her smiled disappeared, “Are you alright?” she asked worriedly, “That was some fight.” She said, her hand itched to heal it.

 

Syaoran just gave her his trademark smirk, “It's alright, I'm a fast healer, it'll be gone by tomorrow morning.” With that said Sakura's smile returned relieved.

 

“Anyways, I was wondering if you were busy tomorrow?” Syaoran asked as he draped his arm over her shoulder causing Sakura to blush deeply.

 

“N-no, I'm not actually. Why?” she looked up at him shyly.

 

Syaoran's smirk turned to a bright grin, “Great, do you mind if I bring you somewhere special tomorrow?” he asked. Sakura shook her head worried that she couldn't depend on her voice from squeaking.

 

“Alright!” Syaoran cheered, “It's a date!” he said causing her blush to deepen even more, “I'll pick you up at ten then?” he asked.

 

Sakura gave him a bright smile, “Y-yeah.”

 

To Be Continued

 

A/N: Thank you so much for the reviews!! I'm sorry I took forever in updating. To be honest with you, I was computer-less for a while, but when I did get my computer back I didn't have my files, so I had to look for them. Then I went back into my drawing stage where all I did was draw again, and I completely neglected my story. When I did get back to it, this chapter when through three drafts since I wasn't all satisfied.

 

This chapter also was going to be longer, but I decided against it and I'll just add whatever I was going to add at the end of this chapter to the next one. And as you've probably guessed, the next chapter is all Sakura/Syaoran Fluff! And if you guessed that, then you'll obviously know what's going to happen in chapter 5. That's going to be dedicated to Sakura/Eriol Fluff!

 

Anyways, that demonstration fight isn't all that great, I know… I'm horrible with fight scenes.

 

Now Answers:

 

One of you asked what kind of Magic Sakura has, If Father and Brother know about it, and how she met Yue and Kero is she isn't their mistress.

 

So! Basically, she get her magic from the Stars, she has telepathy, telekinesis, and she can heal. She can call on the Gods and Goddesses of the Elements and you'll recognize that I'll be borrowing some of the Clow Spirits for this. If this doesn't cover it, there will be a `demonstration' on her magic next chapter, and another important thing (that I'm going to keep secret :P ) a little later on.

 

Now, Sakura's father and brother don't know about her magic, but Touya has a sneaking suspicion about it.

 

Lastly, How Sakura met Yue and Kero will be revealed next chapter, so I'm sorry you're going to have to wait for that answer.

 

So, if you have any other questions please ask away!! :D

 

One more note!

For all Harry Potter Fans out there, I was having a wonderful chat with a fellow member here on FF.Net and we were discussing the fifth movie and she and I have come to an agreement! That's right folks, We're going to write a CCS/HP crossover. We know that there are plenty out there, but if you can, when it's posted please take a peek :D it'd be mucho appreciated! It'll be posted on my account so just keep a look out.

 

I would tell you the title, but I'm afraid we don't have one yet. Lol.

 

Don't forget to review!! :D

-Samii