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SUNNY DAYS!

(Sweet Seventy)

One…Everyday I Love You

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Sasuke's Point of View

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Listen to the rhythm of the ticking clock, the faint morning breeze which flaps the neighbours' laundry outside the window, the playful birds and intake the sound of the usual bustling city.

Everyday is a repetition; and that's how life is all about.

I am not complaining or anything when I think it is something worth noticing; down to the smallest detail about everything and about my own daily routine. It's a kind of satisfaction of being alive.

It makes me, me.

But those solo days were long over and life isn't just me and me only anymore…

I blinked, once then another as soon as I opened my eyes to regain focus after a long night's rest and it was great. The moment I came to see the usual ceiling, I feel my heart smile.

It is so good to be alive.

And I am happy about it. Know why?

Because the story about life isn't just about me and me only;

Slowly, I turned my head over to the side of my right; where the morning sunshine glow the room with warm light giving me a strong sensation of being revived to another day. Moreover, the pillow I see on my right definitely made me happier.

How long was it since that I come to wake to see an extra cushion beside mine.

I know, smiling to myself.

It was almost a year since I married my cute wife and ever since I would see her sleeping face right beside me when I begin the day.

Well, not every day to be precise when most of the time I would see an empty pillow just like this one currently with messy traces that she was in this morning until she decided to leave for work.

Yeah…there it is lying next to me, that wrinkled pillow and bed sheets would pinch my heart a bit every morning when I an absent pinkette. I cannot hate it when it is me who decided to marry such a busy woman.

My cute little wife is Haruno Sakura after all.

Yup, The Haruno Sakura as in the Chairman of the Haruno businesses all around the world and yes…she is extremely rich!

No, no, please don't get me wrong. I am no golddigger just because she had loads in her pockets. I am not the kind of man to do it neither I have the guts. We were married because of our mutual affection for each other.

It is truer than anything else in the world.

She is my beloved lover whom I met the very first time during my childhood days and fate brought us together again we met again in high school. Our relationship wasn't an easy one and it took us on a roller coaster ride; we held our love close to our hearts and it survived throughout those tough and rough times before we finally manage to tie the knot between us.

It isn't easy waiting, fighting for our happiness when we did our best to stay strong.

Our love proved so much to the both of us and to the world; that, is how we finally got acknowledged.

And so,

We were married alright.

Living happily ever after since like those in books of any children's fairytale and I am happy about it. For us.

I look at the clock next to my bed. It was way past my usual time from getting out of bed and it is almost noon. It is alright when I knew it's the bakery's day off despite on a Sunday. I thought it is about time to take one when it has been a while too.

I am doing this for my old man; he is way too stubborn to take one unless made it official.

Anyway, I am going to spend my time to my liking and definitely, with the one I love.

"Zzzzchuuu….Zzzzchuuu…Zzzzchuuu…"

Know that sound?

I chuckled to myself happily. There is no mistaking it when that it is none other than my little wife snoring under the covers. She surprised me when I thought she had left for work and I felt glad.

I peeked under the covers to find a bundle of pink curled up into a cute ball next to my chest. This may not be the first I see it happening when I manage to catch her in action still she impresses me all the time. It is pretty cute of her and quite the sleeping habit she has I discovered since we began sleeping together;

Having her by my bedside, I stand a chance to learn a little more about the real Haruno Sakura. Even if it was the most insignificant thing, I find it really cute.

This is what it means to be in love.

I love Sakura-chan.

So much that I would smile every time I see her.

Especially the ring that suddenly gleamed under the blades of sunlight, I felt so happy. I can never stop recalling how it got onto my finger; it was all that pinkette's doing. She slipped it on for me during the day we vowed at the church and the day we were officially pronounced of our marriage.

A year has passed quickly ever since and every day was filled with immeasurable joy and happiness even if we didn't indulge into the Haruno ways of living. Instead, Sakura-chan decided that she would live with me in this small, old bakery;

She needn't bring much from home and decided to move in with me with just a small suitcase she brought along.

I was definitely surprised and ashamed for the Harunos' princess to stay in such a shabby little home. But Sakura-chan minded not and stubbornly insisted with her idea.

'We are going to be one big happy family!' she said with a large smile on her face to me and Uncle Brown.

I knew Sasori was against her recklessness yet he stayed silent.

And that goes for me too; I wouldn't want to move into the Haruno mansion, it's just…not right. Moreover, the shop is miles away and that would be silly! I can't leave Uncle Brown and the shop when I promised him I would take it serious into my hands.

I must say that I am a little embarrassed at myself when the two of us had to share an old and cramped rented room as our little 'new' home on the third floor right next door from Brown's bakery!

Despite all this, that little female decided to marry a poor bread boy like me and I am glad that I get to have her.

Conclusively, Sakura-chan moved in with me at the end of the day.

That; was already a year ago…

This old block had become the home of us.

We splurged a big bed for ourselves despite the cramped room and leave us no space for an extra drawer; everything is nicely fit and I would sometimes find it hard to move about especially it becomes really dreadful when I accidently DROPPED something and it rolls….

Oh boy…

Okay, okay, back and back to where I really should be; here I am staring at the little 'something' under the covers as I continue to listen to that cute ball of pink breathes away melodiously at her own pace. I can feel her breath on my skin as Sakura-chan snuggled closer.

Smiling;

I didn't wake her when I planned to keep staring at the beauty before me as watching her sleep could make me this happy and I have no intention to disturb her rest. It is something she could hardly get these days, not for someone as busy as her.

Last night she must have returned home late usually during the wee hours from her last minute meetings; it's a given when I heard her doing her best to tip toe up the creaking staircase, turn the squeaking doorknob and secretly crawl into bed.

She knew that I dislike her being this late. It could not be helped when it is part of her. I don't mind just so…I want to show how much I care for her.

I love her.

She is my wife, as husband I have the responsibility to take good care of her.

Especially when I see those dark ringlets under her eyes, all I could do is smile to myself even when I am starting to hate the Harunos for pushing this little female so hard.

It cannot be helped. It cannot be helped!

"Zzzzchuuu….Zzzzchuuu…Zzz…Umm…hmmm…"

Ah, my little rosette is waking up. I smiled; know what's next?

I know…I know;

Sakura-chan would rub her eyes, stretch those short arms long enough before she opens her eyes. She would blink a few times while staring at me groggily then closed them again; hid her face by snuggling close to me and she would wrap her arms around my waist.

Like a child.

I let out a pleased chuckle observing her pampered behavior. She IS making someone to love her more and more than anyone else. And I am willing to give all my love to her.

Gently, I caressed her long pink hair and each stroke of my palm is full of affection especially meant for that female. We stayed in loving silence although I knew she is fully awake without any intention to react to my touches. She is a cheeky little girl as she is and I wholeheartedly surrender my heart to her.

Every touch I give, every word I speak and every kiss I make is all for love for Sakura-chan.

I continued to fondle her long strands of hair and combed it by running my fingers through them. Silky and smooth as always, her delicate hair is wonderful at every touch as I know it.

And I also know that my shirt is getting wet from her drooling.

I sighed…in a good way.

"Sasuke…kun…"

Finally, the pinkette decided to lift her head and peek towards me; directing her big green eyes in the cutest way possible before she crawled up to me and our faces were inches apart.

I let out another sigh then moved in to claim her delicate lips.

It tasted very Sakura with all her drool and everything. I know it may sound disgusting…well, this is what it is to be in love. I have drowned too deep to resurface to the normal ways, on top of it, reality.

The both of us are mutual at heart as we shared a morning kiss; afternoon to be correct. It is our first exchange for the day and it's the sweetest breakfast. I would turn greedy for her when we could hardly wake up to see each other's face without one of us leaving first due to our individual business.

I love this kind of mornings.

I love how we could do silly things together before deciding to get out of bed and keep things to our own paces.

"Morning…" I listen to her lips utter precious words.

"Good morning…" I gently tucked away a stray pink bang behind her ear so it wouldn't impair my view admiring her beauty. "By the way, it's already near noon…"

At my remark, I greedily claimed her lips one more time. I just could not get enough out of my beloved; as we kissed, time fleeted and no matter how many times I tried restraining myself, I couldn't.

We were addicted to each other's affection to the extent we were intoxicated.

I wish not to get out of bed when I could have all the time I need to spend for my wife. I can give her my day and we would lay side by side whispering sweet conversations in each other's ear, giggle, smile and stare at one another and we might end up skipping meals and fall asleep over and over again.

That is what a day off is meant for.

"Sasuke-kun…"

I hear the rosette's calling but I planned to be disobedient not listening to her as I continued to love her everywhere my lips can reach and I was careful not to leave visible traces that might attract unnecessary attention. I love the way I tease her and she would struggle to refuse me.

"Sasuke-kun…!"

I continued to ignore her but not for long…

"Uchiha Sasuke!"

That I know well alright.

The hint of a grumpy tone mentioning my full name tells that she is at her patience limit playing along with me and best not to take it too far. A small being like her can get very nasty when she goes wild.

Within the year, I witnessed a little more of her darker side; at the office for example, she could fling a file or break anything when someone hits her wrong nerve. I was somehow stunned to see how my sweet little female could be as fearsome as some people know it. To Sasori-san, this isn't unnatural.

To me, I think I better play it safe.

"Yes…?" quickly, I replied while snuggling up to her neck.

I love how small she is; her soft skin and fragile build makes me want to protect her even more and on top of it, she is easy for me to win over. I would carry her small self into my arms anytime and hold her whole for I know she can never challenge me in physical strength. I get to be superior sometimes and it felt good.

That's what they call the man's ego?

But I win her heart fair and square definitely.

"I'm hungry…" she uttered cutely in my ears and not long, I can seriously hear her little tummy growl. Fiercely.

I turned to her and she giggled at me.

How hungry is she for her stomach to sound so loud?!

"Did you skip dinner again?" I asked with a slight frown on my face and she giggled embarrassedly at me.

"Uhhh…yes…?"

Seriously. Really. Honestly!

I can't believe that she could giggle innocently at my face like that and admit that she left dinner I made for her without bothering to touch some. It's another bad habit about Haruno Sakura these days; all for an excuse that she was too busy to grab a bite and there goes Sasori-san keeping a good eye on me, telling me I should take good care of his Miss!

Tell me, how am I supposed to deal with this?

I jumped out of bed. Tugged the covers and folded it neatly so that I could force that little female off bed with me and then simply grab a shirt to change into. I love the plain colours that fill my wardrobe when it is the exact opposite to those in Sakura-chan's.

"Why are you in such of a hurry, Sasuke-kun?" the pinkette asked while rubbing her eyes sitting on the bed.

"I'm going downstairs to make us food. I can't stand that you skip meals when you already have, Sakura-chan."

I am not trying to pick up a fight but I just cannot bear how my precious little girl having an empty stomach! She is my wife and I have this new policy to pamper her as I please and as for meals; I strictly insist that she have it punctually. I am not trying to be strict all of a sudden when I am trying to protect her from having an unhappy tummy all day.

Timely meals are important; Uncle Brown's policy and I agree!

I watched Sakura-chan get off bed, she hoped down and stepped into her slippers before heading to the cupboard which we now shared. She rummaged a bit before pulling out a pair of leggings and a cute dress to go with.

It is nothing surprising for a husband to help dress her up since it has come down to being my duty now. I can never resist laughing as I did; she is just so child-like every time we are at it and when she inflated her cheeks adorably, pouting. Furthermore, she's like a doll when I would help brush her hair; she sits obediently in front of the mirror and quietly we enjoyed the silence as my hands worked.

"I'm done…"

I said after I finished braiding her hair and placing the hair brush back into the drawer and she would smile at me, thanking me for my gentleness.

In return, I gave her a peck on her cheek before smiling back; I admit it wasn't a job well done as good as her maids at the mansion but I am trying.

"So what would you like to eat, hmm?" subsequently asking as I held her hand as we exited the room and headed for the shop; and she would list her favourites.

Down at Brown's, we have the shop to ourselves when I knew that Uncle Brown would be out with friends and he wouldn't be back too early. I flicked on the kitchen lights before Sakura and I began making food.

We'll be having some scrambled eggs, black pepper bacon and we even finished last night's leftovers after heating it up in the microwave; we didn't stuff ourselves when we have plans to throw a grave visiting picnic later after stopping by at Ino's.

As usual we'll go on our little bicycle.

It's autumn and we would love to enjoy the cooler breezes that begin to settle in after the sizzling season. A good ride would be wonderful and our journey began by slipping away from Brown's through the usual back door and some of those alley ways we knew best just to avoid lurking paparazzi.

We do this all the time and each time is a thrilling escape adventure.

Sakura-chan and I would laugh to our hearts content at how successful we were outsmarting those nosy groups; my pinkette is a true mastermind when it comes to smarts like this.

And this; It became an everyday thing. To be honest, I didn't mind the paparazzi as long as they keep their hands off from my beloved rosette. I hate it when they tug and crowd around her;

I dislike it very much. Call me a dominant, over-protective; Sakura-chan is fragile and precious to me.

Let's just leave that as that;

Right now, I am having a pleasant time with my wife as she fastens herself around my waist while I peddled and she will lean against me then the both of us would preciously enjoy each other's company.

We are nearing our thirties yet we are doing what other young couples did since we missed out on so much.

Family planning?

That…We've yet to discuss about it seriously though we did briefed the topic through conveniently at the table once. Sakura-chan is a busy woman and I understand that so that makes family planning come later than it should be.

I don't mind if we do have children or not.

Personally, I would love to have a few. Three? Four? I wonder what Sakura-chan thinks… and we did attempt. So far…how should I say this; nothing is happening yet. No good news, yet.

Well…I am not a forceful man. Considerate, yes and I am an understanding husband and I think I played the role pretty well up to this point. Sakura-chan loves me for me and I love her for her.

I am clearly aware about Sakura-chan's health and physical being; she is special no doubt and I know there is a good chance that we might not have any kids due to certain complications. I am not blaming her.

Neither I am regretting this marriage.

It was my choice. I chose Sakura-chan in the first place and that proved that I was prepared to accept the possibilities that we might not experience what normal couples do and we might experience more impossibilities. But, hey…there is always an alternative to everything, no?

Conclusively, I love Sakura-chan no matter what.

We might not have little ones running about the house but life goes on; just for the two of us.

I am not sure if my beloved pinkette agrees with me but I hope we can talk about it one day; we'll sit down and comfort each other for the worse and we'll create more joy other than the normal ones in another way.

Since we are special in one way or another;

It's us…

But right now, I want to enjoy this breezy moment with my pink haired partner when I can feel her arms wrapped around me. Her every love for me makes me smile earnestly and I would not hide it; like the sun that shines above us.

We are happy in our way.

Even if we were to travel far and wide with only a bicycle to take us; we appreciate every beat our hearts continue to allow us to live and every day we receive.

As always, stopping by at the flower shop of the Yamanaka's; Ino would greet us with a delightful cheer on her face. I see her children running about at the store and they would too come to greet us excitedly.

This isn't the first I see Sakura-chan being happy around the children but it is the first I realized that she would be a wonderful mother if we do have the ones of our own. That second, smiling to myself, I realized the foolish thoughts I had;

Perhaps I should draw more courage to talk about family planning for I am sure that Sakura-chan would love to be a mother.

Hope, we can be parents one day.

"You two are loving as always I see, eh?" the Yamanaka blonde teased us.

It happens all the time and the neighbours too; they are delighted to see us especially the famous Haruno Sakura and they would bring us gifts such as fresh foods and fruits from their store.

We get free food all the time we come visit. Nice isn't it.

"The usual, right?" I nodded towards Ino.

Yes, a bouquet of red roses for Sasha, my late-mother-in-law. It is her favourite; Sakura-chan and I will bring them for her during grave visit and we will hang around a while to accompany her a bit by throwing a picnic or something.

"I'll put in a few extras to make it look nicer for you," I quickly thank the blonde female for being generous.

"I would like another bouquet of these," Sakura-chan pointed towards the Orchids placed at the lowest pot.

There were lovely purple, wonderful maroon, elegant white and sunshine yellow and wild spotted ones. I am rather curious about her sudden decision; crouching to her level, I asked,

"Something for mommy?"

My wife nodded cutely.

"I thought something new would be interesting," she smiled, seeking mutual agreement from me. Of course I would agree; I nodded supportively.

Gently I held her hands I smiled to my beloved while our eyes locked; I want to tell her that I am here for her no matter whatever decision she had in mind, I will be the first to agree with her.

"I think mommy will be happy…" I said at last.

"Um!"

This is something we should do.

We trust each other. For better or for worse; it is the phrase so true which exists in the vow. I always tell myself this; whatever we do, it is all for us. How would our marriage turn out…it all depends on our every move for each other, this relationship.

"Here you go!" in a very short time, Ino finished our bouquets.

Roses were red and beautiful. Orchids in a mix of vivid colours which brightened one's heart. For sure, Sasha would like it especially when she sees her daughter's beaming smile like sunshine.

I am happy for her and she makes me happy as well.

Carefully we set those lovely bouquets in the basket of our two wheeled vehicle. Ino smiled as she watched us mount our bicycle, preparing to leave for our destination.

"Drop by again some other time, we'll chat over tea. It has been a while since we did," said the Yamanaka in folded arms and a smirk.

Sakura-chan and I agreed; it has been some time since we get to sit around and chat with a friend to our heart's content. I begin to feel nostalgic when I could hardly gather friends for a meal like we used to during our younger days. Everyone is busy and prioritizing their families now. There is hardly anytime left to spare for a good hang out when work has taken most of the hours in a day.

I smiled to Ino.

"Yeah, we should…" I said before I bid goodbye to the waving blonde then began peddling away leaving the store.

"Bye-bye Uncle Sasuke, Auntie Sakura!"

Ino's kids jumped about excitedly as they waved from the distance. I chuckled a bit at their cuteness and I also towards my sweet pinkette who looked happy about it then said,

"Hmm…Am I that old already to be an auntie?" her emeralds shimmered under the daylight as she posed an interesting question.

I laughed loudly on purpose as I peddled and she would pout with her reddened cheeks at me.

"Haha! Well, what do you think? Haha…" I could not stop teasing my infuriated pinkette and she began hitting me lightly to show there was nothing amusing to laugh about.

I like it how she glares at me with those big eyes of hers; they look like a cute puppy's begging to be petted more. I am not going to tell her that or else I'll be getting it from her for real!

"It's not funny Sasuke-kun…!" there she goes again; pouting with all her might and telling me to quit. I am, I am…

I know when to stop and tease her. It's fun to see how she reacts adorably. I know she's doing it for me only and I like it…

"Aww…don't be mad Sakura-chan…" as a man, I think I ought to cheer the lady when she's dissatisfied; I know I am at fault for teasing her too much. "I don't think you're THAT old. The kids were just addressing you properly."

"I know that…" I listen to her mutter unhappily behind me and I continued peddling.

It will be a long journey but not long enough for us to grow bored at. We talked. I would cheer her up again and she would giggle. Then we would laugh. Gag. Joke. Anything; that could bring out a smile or the slightest laughter among ourselves as we travelled into the distance. We couldn't grow bored because we have each other even if we grow silent, we still enjoyed it.

We enjoyed how the breeze brushed our skin.

We enjoyed the cooling sun in the autumn sky.

We enjoyed the view despite how many times we have come by when we would visit Sasha.

We enjoyed and loved so many things along the way and yet we cannot get enough of it. And sometimes we would sing to the song that we both knew and we would teach each other new songs and learn it from the other. Our voices were only heard by us in this outskirt where there is no one but us.

Nobody cared if we sang loudly. Nobody is here to stop us or encourage us. It is just us.

And arriving at our destination, we would place away our little bicycle at the usual spot before climbing up old steps and walk along uneven pathways deeper into the graveyard. With our flowers and picnic bag,

We arrived at Sasha's.

Sakura-chan excitedly skipped towards her mother's grave at the sight of it. Auburn and copper leaves are scattering everywhere leaving the place untidy; it is after all autumn and very soon it will mark the first year of mine and Sakura-chan's wedding anniversary.

I bet Sasha is pleased to see us; her children had come to see her once again. She is a blessed woman and so do we are her blessed children that managed to get together when we think it was almost impossible. It must be her magic for making miracles meant for us.

I flapped open the picnic blanket we loved using and set it on the golden grass after we've cleaned up a bit and placed our flowers meant for Sasha. The wonderful colours from the flowers we brought made the place livelier.

Then we'll have snacks; pancakes, scones and sandwiches. So do tea which I carefully brewed and kept hot in a flask when Sakura-chan is particular about how it was made. That figures when she is perfectly taught in that aspect as well.

I served pancakes first onto our plates; the warm hotcake is better eaten fresh!

"Want some Maple syrup, Sakura-chan?" I offered and she would pout at me.

Yes, I am teasing here again being aware of the fact that she isn't fond of maple syrup on pancakes when she prefers honey and butter instead. I laughed at her and she giggled along after pouting hard enough to give up; I like how the rosy colour surfaced on her cheeks making it very kissable to tempt me and I couldn't restrain myself to take a peck.

Sakura-chan's giggles were beautiful; listening to her make me feel as if I am in touch with magic, the wonderful ones. I can see glowing lights around her as if she was blessed with the light of angels; she is my angel despite the many times I said it, leaving it uncounted.

Again; I love her.

She creates my everyday and every day I am given joy in different ways aside from the fact that she is always busy and the times we spent together were less and I bet it will get lesser as days go by. But, we can make something out of it I believe; just like what we're doing now.

We loved how the trees rustle above our heads; the red, the orange and the yellow with a tint of green have harmoniously made up autumn's colour. The chilly winds that brushed past complements a hot cup of tea we are enjoying;

We even savoured scones that tingles our taste buds buttery with smooth whipped cream and sweet raspberry jam. And we would lie down on the blanket to gaze upon the greying sky.

We are loving this.

"Sasuke-kun…" the tender voice of my beloved made me want to listen to her more.

"Hmm…?" I quit daydreaming just glance over to Sakura-chan; the little female crawled up to me and rested on my chest. I smiled.

She must be listening to how my heart beats; it is definitely for her I assure her.

"You know…" she paused. "I've been thinking lately…" another pause.

I didn't plan to interrupt her when I would like to hear what she has in mind. Moreover, I would love to listen to her voice more, how she pronounced every word from the lips which could converse in many different languages yet she would never forget to sound local.

She is a genius; I have married such a smart woman, I chuckled at heart.

"Are you listening Sasuke-kun…?" she sound concerned thinking that I have fell asleep when I intended to stay silent.

"Yes…I am…" I caressed her head to assure her I am all ears.

We continue to lie around and her on me as we appreciated how nature took place all around us; the winds were picking up strongly, I noticed that it will soon rain but I have no plans to act. All I can think of is the female I held in my arms and the warmth from our company.

"It has been a year isn't it….?" she needn't elaborate when I completely understood her words.

"Uh huh…" I gave short reply. "Almost…Time does fly. I remember how I loved seeing you in that dress as you walked down the aisle. It suited you well…"

"I was really worried you know…"

"Why?"

"I thought that I wouldn't be good enough to be your bride. I am not beautiful enough, I am not like the other girls…" she said disappointedly.

Silly thoughts, eh? Her unnecessary worry is what makes her adorable.

Tenderly, I ran my hand into deep into her thick pink bundles and fondling her curly hair.

"Nonsense…!" I strongly disagreed. "You never knew how my heart beat crazily at the sight of you. My chest hurt the time I saw you in that dress and you know what…?"

"What?" I met her eager emeralds.

"I don't care if you want to be the most beautiful bride in the whole wide world. All I cared is that you are MY bride and you'll be MY wife. That, is already the most beautiful thing in MY world."

Smiling to her, my little wife stayed silent and staring dumbfound at me; in order for her to quit making that face, I licked the edge of her lips. She would squeal and I would hold her close to me to prevent her from running away as I teased her more; licking her everywhere so she will giggle more.

"Sasuke-kun! Haha! Sasuke-kun stop! Stop! It's disgusting!" she burst out laughing as I continued to held her captive. "Please Sasuke-kun spare me….!" She begged cutely in her small voice in my ear.

Okay. Okay. It is fair that I listen to her when she asks me so nicely but for sure, I am not letting her slip away from my embrace. I cradled her like a precious doll as we both panted to catch our breaths from laughing too hard. Before I noticed, Sakura-chan quietly placed a kiss on my neck.

I blushed; both from the ticklish sensation and sensitiveness. I looked at her with widen eyes to see her cunning grin; she knows that I am exceptionally receptive there!

"That's bad…You're so bad Sakura-chan…" I cuddled her.

"Um hm!"

This is love.

I say it over and over yet I wasn't enough for me to quit; I will keep describing our love, as detailed as possible because I really am in love. I have plunged into the deepest and darkest dimension of love to the point it has become a sin; like a life force to keep me alive.

"Oh! I wasn't finished Sasuke-kun!" her cute head perked when she realized that our playfulness strayed from her topic.

I pretended I didn't hear her.

"Uchiha Sasuke…!"

There she goes again; her adorableness is just irresistible to watch as she scrunched her nose with her pink brows connecting. She is trying very hard to gain my attention when all I know is to annoy her more.

I reacted by pinching her wrinkled nose lightly.

"It's Haruno Sasuke…Sakura-sama…!"

A small smile crept up to her lips as I addressed myself correctly.

Yes, that is right.

I am a Haruno now; I willingly embraced the name which was given to me since I accepted the ring which sits perfectly around my finger. It is her; she gave me a new name, new happiness and a new life.

I know that others had started talking about how foolish I am to throw away the Uchiha name and I know some others began to bad mouth Sakura-chan for being dominant. But have they ever thought that this is happiness to fight for?

I wish to tell them that I cared not if I were to lose my name as an Uchiha. It isn't the matter of which identity to take but the person to be. I am Sakura-chan's husband and I may be both Uchiha and Haruno at the same time. Whatever the name that can never change who I want to be….who I need to be…

"You don't have to…you know…"

I understand that tone coming from the rosette; she is sorry for me.

"Don't be, my love…" I kissed her forehead telling her it was alright. Caressed her cheek lovingly and pulled her closer to indulge ourselves in a proper kiss. "So, what is it that you're trying to tell me, Sakura-chan…?"

Smiling, I asked in return to bring her back to where she left; it is my fault to keep interrupting her.

"Right. I was thinking that…you know…"

A blush tinted her cheeks deep pink suddenly.

Honestly I was caught by surprise to see her eyes dart everywhere in nervousness. Now that brought the curiosity out of me! I wonder what she is trying to say to begin shuddering and getting shy.

"We've been together for so long now and you've done so much for me and sacrificed so much for me and waited for me and made me so happy and…" the little female went on and on with endless 'and's.

"What are you trying to say Sakura-chan….?" I directly spewed, staring at her with tender gazes which only make her glow scarlet.

And the moment she began to shudder at words heightens my curiousity,

"W-What I am trying to say is that I too can sacrifice things for you and I want to do something for you to make you happy!" she is insistent to her energetic speech. "W-What I am trying to say is that….I love you very much Sasuke-kun! I love you so much! So, so much!"

I nodded happily listening to her confession. In spite of the many times we said it to each other, every time is new and fueled our burning passion for each other. We are just too in love to express properly.

"I get it. I get it, Sakura-chan. You don't have to turn so red just to tell me. I know," I returned a reply with another kiss on her forehead. "Now look at you, you're burning up!" I laughed.

"I know you know but that's not it!" she mumbled; I see her face sizzle from blushing too hard.

She is SO worked up.

Come on now Haruno Sakura, say your piece! What's in your mind that makes you so adorable that I need to resist myself from pouncing on you this instant! Tell me what I need to know, my love!

"I…I want to…I want to bear—"

RUMBLE! RUMBLE! Sshhhhhh….

Oh boy…is that the growling sky I hear and…

"Ah! Let's go Sakura-chan!" without hesitating I carried my beloved pinkette in my arms and began running to find shelter.

"Sasuke-kun, our stuff!" she said worriedly.

I know she loves our picnic blanket but this isn't the time to be packing when I see menacing rain tailing us and closing in. I sprinted with all I can; not forgetting to mention I have a record as a runner and I have not retired from it yet.

Quickly I hid under an old shed I remembered situated a little further from the graveyard. We watched our bicycle which we left at the opposite direction drenched under the showers of the heavy rain when there is nothing we could do but stay put.

The rain is heavier than I expected.

I never thought there would be a shower so soon. Serves me right for being careless but looking at the little girl in my arms, I cannot afford to take any chances staying too long outdoors, moreover, in such rain. I became terribly worried that her fragile body could not endure the nasty change in weather.

Hurriedly I took off my hooded jacket and make Sakura-chan wear it. The little female stared questionably at me.

"What are you doing, Sasuke-kun. You'll catch a cold like that!" she scolded when I only had my t-shirt left.

"We don't know when the rain will stop," I am stubborn enough to not listen as I wrapped her up warm and dry in my arms. "Don't worry about me, worry about yourself first."

I tugged the hood over her head properly so she wouldn't get wet.

"Of course I do! You care for me too much!" she began nagging at me as I anticipated it. "You're bound to catch a cold! Let's share it."

I stopped her when she tries to take off the jacket.

"No I won't. I'm strong," I assured her.

"Yes you will and no you aren't!"

"No I won't and yes I am."

"You will and you aren't!"

"I won't and I am."

"Yes and no!"

"No and yes!"

"Yes, yes, yes and no, no, no!"

"No, yes, no, yes, no, yes, no, yes, yes, no, yes, no, yes!" I stopped. "Er…" realizing that I grew tongue tied and I could not suppress laughing out loudly at myself.

"…."

Sakura-chan stared at me speechlessly with a blunt facial expression; telling me that I wasn't amusing at all.

She is seriously unhappy about the fact that I selfishly gave up my only jacket for someone's sake; her sake. Come on Sakura-chan, you're most important to me. Is it so bad to protect something precious?

I wouldn't dare speak another word unnecessarily when she really IS angry at me. Her brows didn't knit when she wore expressionless eyes and a straight lined lip. Both of us set out on a staring contest and soon enough;

Sakura-chan giggled.

I laughed along with her despite how our voices would drown in the sounds of this heavy downpour we could still hear each other best. Our smiling faces as we bumped foreheads, rubbed noses and touches made our sun shine in this rainy day.

Together, we stood under this flimsy shelter and only us we stood here to watch the day pass; we listened to the loudness of the rainfall and watched our little bicycle soaked in it and we began wondering about our picnic blanket. Poor blanket…

We stayed stranded with no room for escape or we got the chance to find someplace better and we continued this long enough. I see the waters pooling under my feet from the accumulating rain water; I am prepared to have my feet soaked despite I know that we cannot stay in such a weather any longer.

Sakura-chan had begun shivering in my arms aside from me as I tried to endure and stay strong. I kept silent when the rain turned heavier and it began to wet the back of my shirt from the sudden gust which swept by. It's so cold!

'Argh…We should have left earlier if I knew this would happen…'

I am regretting the fact that I was unwise and I hate myself to cause trouble for the little female.

"Sasuke-kun…" she called.

"Hmm?" and before I knew it, my darling female threw the jacket over me. "Sakura-chan?!" I tried to stop her but she was too stubborn to listen.

"We CAN share it!" she insisted with a frown. If she were to look at me like that; I cannot resist not being obedient.

Sighing, I gave in.

We began sharing my jacket and pulled her closer to me so that she would get as much warmth from me. Again, I was taken by her sudden surprise the moment she wrapped herself around my neck.

I must say her action is what I really needed most; her embrace really warmed me up a lot and I cannot help but to feel grateful. I smiled at heart when she is the only one who knew me at all.

"Thanks Sakura-chan…" I snuggled closer to her.

And the both of us, once again, shared a memorable embrace under this chilly weather. It didn't feel as if we were unlucky to get stuck in this nastiness when it became the opposite.

"Sakura-chan," I called out to her after a long interval from our previous conversation. She turned to me enthusiastically reactively. "You were about to say something earlier. What is it?"

I asked; I am curious about her unconcealed embarrassment and I see it resurfacing across cheeks. Instantly, the rosette sealed her lips shut while darting away her emeralds to avoid meeting mine.

Now I REALLY want to know!

I stole a short peck from the pinkette's cheek and to my surprise she quickly grew redder than the colour of her hair; more than a blush.

"Tell me, Sakura-chan…" I demanded; she flinched embarrassingly at my whisper that brushes her ear.

See. Isn't she the most adorable? I cannot resist not teasing her. I can see her reddened ears as it peeked out from her hair.

The rosette held her tongue until she finds the right moment to be ready to tell me once more. Really, I am eager to listen to her.

"I…," she shyly began. "I…no…I mean we…" she corrected.

I continue to wait patiently; with obsidians digging into her inner mind.

"We…?"

"I think it's time that we have a—"

HONK! HONK!

Great. What now?

I thought I get to listen to what my beloved female has to say and now our moment got interrupted. AGAIN! And this time a van stopped by; it wasn't a fancy one and pretty old too.

"Hello there!" the driver; a man in his middle thirties greeted us from the open window of his vehicle. "Quite the shower, eh?" he chuckled referring to the heavy down pour.

I can say that Sakura-chan and I were speechlessly stunned in this awkward situation.

It is! Who would have anticipated someone who would pass by these streets and start joking friendly in such bad weather?!

Any logic person would suspect something fishy!

"Hi there kids! Stuck in the rain?" the female from the passenger seat peeked out to greet us next. "Hop on! We'll drive you back to the inn!"

Whoa! Wait! Hold it!

Something fishy IS happening now!

Call me a worrywart or what else there is but I am not going to give in believing them this easily! Especially not a couple who is trying to be all nice and helpful in a dreaded weather! I rather stay in the rain soaked and wet!

However…

Considering the pinkette in my arms; I think I should take the offer?

An inn they say?

Now that I take a closer look, they do run an inn; I briefly read the advertisement they had against their vehicle. I guess…they can be trusted? I wouldn't want to risk Sakura-chan and I if we ended up walking straight into the trap of a daylight robbery!

Or worse, kidnappers!

They might know about Sakura-chan's wealthy status to bribe the Harunos for a good ransom. And the Harunos might not even attempt to save me; an opportunity to get rid of me…?!

"Sasuke-kun," I quit those unnecessary thoughts when my beloved pinkette is calling me. "Let's accept their offer."

I turned to her with surprise; I did not expect such vulnerability from her when here I was doing my best to weigh the consequences! I am not sure if she's smart or plain innocent!

Since she has come to a decision; I don't think I would oppose her. Moreover, I believe that she must have considered more factors than I did. So if she says it's alright then I guess it will be.

And here we are stranded in this heavy rain with no hint of stopping any sooner.

"O-Okay…" I said doubtfully.

"Great!" said the driver with a smile. "Hop on!" and the both of us got into the van.

It felt great to be in a warm vehicle sheltering us from being in the rain for so long. I quickly dried the pinkette beside me as much as possible as we sat in the back.

"Good thing we passed by or else the both of you are gonna be soaked for a very long time!" the woman in the front passenger's seat turned over to greet us.

She's friendly and nice….I think….just like her husband, she has the same age and of bright disposition.

"I don't think I've seen you kids around before. Where were you from?" the man spoke to Sakura-chan and I by looking into the rear mirror; Sakura-chan replied in an equally friendly tone.

"Wow! City kids!" the woman exclaimed excitedly. "How did you kids get here and got yourselves stuck? The bus?"

"Nope. We came by bike!" Sakura-chan seems to be enjoying the conversation. I didn't say a word when I am busy watching out for her and our situation. I am cautious alright.

We wouldn't know what will happen especially with all these very kind people who are willingly to help us during a storm! I cannot shake off the feeling of being wary!

"Double wow! That's quite a distance from here but not too far enough to reach!" the woman laughed brightly. "You guys are so cool!" and said she liked our style.

Nice compliment lady but that is not going to earn any friendliness from me and dance into the rhythm in any of those schemes you're trying to pull on us! I didn't laugh or smile; nothing but silent.

"Hey there," the man looked into the rear mirror again to peek at me. I find it pretty annoying though.

"Me…?" I said.

"Yeah. You were pretty silent from the beginning when your sister is enjoying all the conversation. Shy boy aren't ya?" he chuckled.

Sister?

Excuse me pal. This here is my WIFE.

I guess she does look like a sister to me…in the eyes of the public we are. It is an undeniable fact and we are getting used to it.

Sakura-chan began giggling happily; I knew what it was but I could not bring myself to laugh along. It isn't amusing yet it wasn't frustrating; it was just…nothing.

"Oh, no, no. This boy here isn't my brother," the rosette decided to clarify things among the couple. "He's my husband."

I like how she did it. The sense of being properly addressed as her partner gives a satisfying ring. I feel my pride heightened and the ego as her man regained its rightfulness.

The couple gasped surprisingly at the pinkette's claim; they almost did not believe that Sakura-chan and I were of the similar age as them. Furthermore, we looked younger than we should be and married!

I guess this is the effects of love.

I felt prouder at that.

"You guys are so lucky to have each other!" exclaimed the woman in the happiest way. Her sincere smile began to loosen my guard; I guess the two ARE good people…

"Just like you and me," said the man as he held his wife's hand while he drove; the look he gave her made me feel envious.

For richer, for poorer…Those words surfaced from the back of my mind when these two have proven it better than anyone else. I am envious and proud of their sharing love. It is pure.

Then I glanced over to the woman in my arms; she smiled at me when we shared the same thought as we exchanged understanding gazes at each other. We both saw the love before us and we are happy about it.

And by the time we knew it, the vehicle came to a stop. We were so busy admiring the couple before us to the point we didn't know we had arrived to our destination.

Cahaya Inn

Okay…I am somehow starting to feel guilty for doubting the couple's words when they said they would help and give us shelter from the rain. They do own an inn…aside when it looks…rundown. Argh, whatever…I am already grateful for them when they said we could spend the night for free!

The day is darkening by the time I knew it and the rain isn't forgiving today. I guess Sakura-chan and I will be spending some time in this inn.

"Come in. Come in!" said the woman taking off her dripping shoes and placing it on the rack.

"Yeah! Sorry the inn's a little old, it has been a family business for generations now from my grandfather!" chuckled the man sheepishly. "Don't be shy and make yourselves at home. Oh, it will be a little cramped too."

Sakura-chan and I smiled though we didn't get what he meant by 'cramped' when the inn was as peaceful and silent with no one else around until…

"DAAADDDYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!"

"MOOOMMMMMMYYYYYYYYYYYYY!"

Right. I know what he meant when I hear those high pitched shrills and stomping footsteps against the wooden flooring; like a herd coming from the hallway and soon enough children came greeting their parents with delighted faces. Four of them in fact aging from four to six years old.

They even had twins who resembled the father very much.

"Children, did I tell you not to run. You'll slip and fall!" an elderly voice appeared from the room at the end of the corridor.

"It's okay dad. They are an energetic bunch, let them be. Right, kids?"

"YEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHH!" all four agreed unisonly. The elderly sighed at first before smiling at his grandchildren.

I guess this is the scene of a real happy family and I can see the smile coming from Sakura-chan is directed towards it. It isn't just her; I too would love to stand a chance to experience such warmness. It's not impossible still I still get the feeling that it is something farfetched.

And we get to join this cheerful family for dinner when they served us the best they could offer onto the table. The dishes were simple not like the ones which Uncle Brown splurged with good meat and potatoes or sometimes the classy dinners prepared by the Haruno family's chef by Sasori-san's orders.

The table was laden with simple soup, steamed toufu, grilled fish and vegetables; they even served us steamed rice! Lucky me, I hadn't had rice for days and I am eager to dig in.

"Alright! Let's eat!"

Everyone held their chopticks and began dinner.

As expected, steamed rice is the best during a rainy day. It warms the heart and soul at a bite; I have to fan my tongue when I was too eager to eat it. Sakura-chan giggled at me before the rest of the family did.

"No need to rush. There is plenty more for everyone!" the woman said. I blushed embarrassingly.

Not only the rice; this sensation…this family…this old home…is something priceless belonging only to its people. A wonderful feeling only these people know, precious moments that these people protect and it will be given to the children and it will carry on until someone intended for it to stop.

But That start is what makes them today.

I really am envious despite I also know this kind of love which Uncle Brown gave me and now Sakura-chan…I am considered a lucky man still I think these people under this roof is much luckier.

Dinner was great; it was simple with rice and laughter. I haven't had meals with so much fun and vigor since the days when friends would feast at Brown's then we would have drinks on the rooftop late into the night.

Recalling such warm memories makes my insides flutter in a colourful way; I missed it so much. But towards the rosette beside me, I think this is probably the first. She had missed so much fun during her absence; I bet tonight will bring her memories worth cherishing.

We were served green tea ice-cream topped with typical sweetened red beans although I can still see the downpour outside the window; everyone ate dessert facing the television in the living room. Like any normal family, the whole bunch would sit and lie around while scooping up chilly dessert into our mouths; I chatted with the adults when Sakura-chan finds the opportunity to play with the young ones.

The children crowd themselves around her and fiddled with her long pink hair; the older children were especially curious about her petite figure. Well, Sakura-chan IS special physically which caught the attention among the adults as well. I explained a little bit to them despite they didn't really get me, they nodded respectfully. I can see they didn't mind one bit; they never showed how disgusted or view my wife as peculiar. These people just took Sakura-chan as she is…

I am thankful for their kindness. Other than that, I have a hint of disappointment towards those people who always tease Sakura-chan for her special differences. After all, she isn't the normal female I see in the streets. She is special both on the outside and the inside. That is how she comes to be my wife.

I am proud of that.

"I can see Sakura-chan loves children a lot," the kind woman commented with a smile as the four of us sat together at the table watching how the pinkette fared with the minors.

I turned to the smiling woman and returned a smile first before uttering,

"I guess she does…," nodding.

"Say, don't mind me for being nosy, you might just have a few with Sakura-chan," she said again; I wasn't supposed to be surprised but surprisingly I did! I knew that I would but I didn't know why it somehow sounded…foreign…

Am I unconsciously bearing thoughts that…Sakura-chan is impossible to the task?

I wouldn't dare let the pinkette learn about this. It would seriously hurt her…

"O-Of course I would love to…" blushing, I might have sounded uncertain.

"You don't sound too sure yourself…" the elderly man who sits beside me, sipping his tea said with a cunning grin as if he had read my thoughts. I couldn't speak a word when guilt just hover me over. "Don't be afraid, boy…" he said in husky voice.

"Yeah! You've the looks, the youth and a man's spirit! Go for it!" I got encouraged by the man who earned a rough nudge in the rib from his wife.

"It's not about some man's spirit, papa!" the woman frowned a bit then she turned to me with caring eyes. "Look, I know what you're thinking Sasuke-kun. Call me a busy body but I can see you're worried that the both of you might never have kids."

Really…women ARE scary; the married ones in particular. They are precise mind readers and are straightforward too! I begin to fear her but yes…this woman spoke my mind despite our age gap isn't that far either.

I smiled disappointedly at myself.

It feels like I am not having enough faith in Sakura-chan. I doubt her.

"I know…I know Sakura-chan probably thinks the same. She doubt her own capability too but…in my opinion, I think the both of you should settle this; whether will you two have kids or not…you ought to try your best and show each other how your love. Don't leave the other hanging…it hurts. Right, papa?"

The man beside her nodded in cool gesture before he moved to my side and cling a friendly arm around me,

"Man up. Don't tell me you had never the night with your wife?!"

"O-O-Of course I d-did…!" I stammered with my cheeks flaming in embarrassment.

These people are awfully straightforward with their questions; I must look terribly lame when I am sure my face is completely red by now. They just don't hold back but I didn't mind; they are encouraging me in a good way after all.

Both husband and wife laughed loudly, louder than the thundering skies I can say; really…these are cheerful people and a wonderful family. I could not help but to be envious.

"Anyway…it's getting late. It's time to hit the bed!" said the woman and she began calling over to the children like all mothers do. "And Sasuke-kun. I've already prepared a room for you and Sakura-chan. Make sure you put it into good use!" she winked at me before disappearing away with the children.

"Remember, the key to success is never give up!" and I received a hard slap on the back.

I stared at the room key which he slipped into my hands before he left. I could feel the tip of my ears heat then my cheeks the next; I became nervous all of a sudden when those unnecessary thoughts began seeping into my mind.

Gosh…my heart is beating extras now!

"Sasuke-kun…Sasuke-kun…Sasuke-kun!"

"S-Sakura-c-chan…?" I jerked backwards the moment I noticed my beloved pinkette was inches before me.

"What's the matter Sasuke-kun? Your face is red! Are you having a fever?" she reached out her small hand to touch my forehead, worriedly. I denied. "Really?" she stared at me with doubts in her eyes.

"Y-Yes…!" Darn it. I shouldn't have shuddered; now she will doubt me even more that I must be hiding something from her.

I somehow am, aren't I?

Sakura-chan stayed silent while she retained her glistering emeralds at me then said with a smile,

"Let's go to bed too shall we?"

Okay, I know that sounds ABSOLUTELY normal and I know it IS normal but I just can't help blush out of my thoughts! A man is still a man no matter how old he is…I guess… My heart is racing like crazy now and the more as I climbed the steps all the way to our room. I could hardly unlock the door when my hand shook so much out of unnecessary nervousness!

I wonder if Sakura-chan had noticed my uneasiness…

I must say that I was rather impressed despite an old inn the rooms are neat and clean, not to mention it is pretty cozy; displaying of a homey feeling to be precise. I like it especially the soft sheets became so comfortable in this night of a downpour.

"Sasuke-kun."

I turned around to meet the rosette.

There she stood without another word while she kept staring at me as if she had a lot to say. I have too. I guess we both have but not knowing where to start. In this prolonged silence, for the first time I felt this emptiness whereby I do not understand the words that she set in her eyes for me. I felt disappointed for not having the ability to read her current thoughts when I myself am too nervous to look at her.

I am her husband; I still don't have control over my nerves when I am around her. Not tonight.

"Sasuke-kun…" the tender calling of her voice and the gentleness of her touch as she held my hand with hers is like the feeling of a lightning strike.

I prevented myself from jerking to be considerate. Instead, I lowered myself to her height. I put up a smile when we began exchanging glances.

"Yes…?" I uttered in loving whisper.

"You have something in mind?"

An inner sigh escaped me when I hear those words. I have, to be honest but as I said I am not too sure where to begin; I don't explain well and most of the time I didn't need to when Sakura-chan understands me without me saying it.

So why is it that she asks me now?

I turned curious.

I nodded at first,

"Yes I do Sakura-chan…but I am not sure how I should put it…," truthfully. A sincere smile surfaced onto my lips while I held her hand firmly in mine.

"Just say it…," she said.

I shrugged my shoulders out of an embarrassing reaction I tried to hide and did all I could to suppress my blushing; I wish not to lose my manly side by getting all red. I have grown too old to be reduced back to the boyish character I used to have…probably not…

Sakura-chan giggled back at me.

"You're so funny Sasuke-kun…" Aa, that again. "I like it and I love it…and I love you Sasuke-kun…," before I knew it, her soft lips came pressing against mine.

I loved the way she surprises me whenever she makes the first move and takes the lead in a kiss. I love how we engage ourselves into a loving moment where our lips locked long enough for us to learn each other better and understanding the wants of us. I also love the brush of our skin when we tend to caress each other's cheeks as we contacted.

This is the sweetest addictive I've ever had in my life and something that I cannot resist. But we broke apart before I realized we were about to take it to the next level; Sakura-chan tore our indulgence just before it happens. I must say that I am quite annoyed when she put us to a sudden stop without warning me again and I feel like she is taking too much lead in this; am I losing pride?

I didn't want to argue over something this trivial. After all, I believe we can continue this after she said her piece.

"If you're not going to say anything then I will," blunt and straight as always when she had something important in mind.

Come to think of it; Sakura-chan has been trying to tell me something since this afternoon and was acting strangely just like how it is happening again; thrice! This is the third time I get to witness her sudden change of expression with a pink that goes with the colour of her hair. And the way she began to steal glances at me is so…NOT Sakura-chan like.

This time I must listen to what she has to confess for her to put up a face.

"I've been thinking Sasuke-kun…" Here it come despite she is hesitating at her words. I am sure she will spill them all tonight. "I know we have done those kinds of things before and I don't seem to have any results after them…so…"

I am not too sure what she is trying to say but…I started to blush when somehow or rather I got a few hints when she began pressing the lower of her stomach.

"Let's have a family Sasuke-kun."

There. She finally said it and she blew my mind blank in that instant; I could even feel my jaw hanging with the utmost surprise she had given me tonight.

And there. She said it. The thing that I thought we might not come to speak about. Right here. Right now before I get the chance to brace myself and did I plan to initiate the topic…there, she said it.

I think I am losing my identity as a man. Sadly.

"I want to have a child. I want to bear your child Sasuke-kun!"

Her greens shimmered under the light as she squeezed my hand a bit to express herself before I watched her short brows arch unhappily as she diverted them away from me.

"I know…I know someone with a body like me…that might only be a dream…I was worried so I went to Ochima-chan and told me that I am normal…but I don't feel anything is happening…"

Oh.

I think…I should probably apologize to her; for doubting her that one second back there when I had the conversation with the couple. I was worried about it. But I think Sakura-chan IS worried every single day and about everything; just for me.

And I think I get she is worried that I might be disappointed in the many things we tried to do…like being a normal couple….having a family and stuff…

Most of all, she is afraid that I might regret this eternal relationship with her.

Aa…

I think I am a fool.

For someone small and frail like Sakura-chan to struggle so hard…I think I should be ashamed as her husband.

Without another word, I pulled her into a tight embrace. I do not wish for her to confess any more than she already had and I wish not to add to my guilt. I thought I was giving my all for her when I sometimes fail to see what she had done for me; perhaps more than I can even realize it.

I don't want to know further or think when all I want to know is the love we have for each other as we held each other like this. I am sorry. I am sorry Sakura-chan. I am a terrible man.

"Sasu—"

Don't speak anymore Sakura-chan. Let us love each other more.

I silenced her with the lips of my own; viciously claiming it into my possession and stealing the lead back to myself. I admit that I can never shake off the fact that I am stubborn when it comes to defending a man's pride. I scooped her into my arms from the fact that she is petite for me to hold her more.

We battled our lips when I could feel that she is trying her best to counter me and we are at par; it is our sweet challenge, an interesting one to see which of us could be better and she is getting better at every attempt.

"Sasuke…kun…wait…" the pinkette tries to interrupt us again.

"Don't talk Sakura-chan. You'll ruin the flow…," I intentionally shut her up.

Then snuggled into the depths of her neck where her skin is tender and sensitive. I love the way she reacts when she tries to defend herself from surrendering herself to me. She is quite stubborn as she kept pushing me away from attacking her when she has more to say; that is…very annoying.

"What now Sakura-chan…?" my tone is controlled.

"What do you think Sasuke-kun?"

"Think what?" I asked in my growing annoyance.

"About what I've said of course!" Alright, I know that she is pissed when I tried to play dumb. As a wise man, don't; I wouldn't want to lose the thing we are trying to progress into. Moreover,

"What do you think Sakura-chan…?" I smirked at her 'silly' question and I got a stare as a reply. I mentally sighed. "Look…You've already got an answer so why ask…?" I smiled.

"B-But what if I really will disappoint yo—"

She's noisy.

For once, I am very annoyed when she tries to talk so much. She's smart but not too smart when it comes down to these things like…ahem…what I am trying to do to her currently. Come on Sakura-chan, this is embarrassing; read the atmosphere before asking too much of the unnecessary.

I purposefully sealed her lips with another deep kiss in order for her to turn breathless and quit talking!

"That. Is not for you to decide, it's the Heavens," I told her with the biggest smile as we bumped foreheads. "Whether will we have children or not, we already have a family. It's just how big it can get. No?"

Sakura-chan giggled shortly.

"I guess that's true…""

"Well…Shall we now….?" I requested of her permission to proceed and with a kiss she initiated once again,

We sent ourselves into a different dimension of the night.

Our racing hearts. Our sticky skin from the sweat of excitement. Our loud breaths blew in rhythmic paces in our ears. And the thrilling sensation at every touch. There were so many beautiful details, down to the tiniest that keeps us going. Our relationship is a rare one so does our love and an authentic affection that only we can have.

We are the one and only.

We touched each other's hearts, toy it as we like it and then make it suffer to long for more of this deep passion. I believe we can create many more different things that beyond what normal people couldn't.

Tonight the love we create burns from the purest of our hearts and I can feel us ride in the beats as one. It wasn't too hard but no one said it was easy; all we need is that sync and flow in the same wavelength.

I could see nothing except Sakura-chan laid before me in the darkness. Only the passing lightning was the chance I get to see everything of her. I feel every inch of her from the touches I give and the senses from my fingertips were the only thing for me to fully imagine her better.

I am sure she too is doing the same. She is smarter. But still, a shy and delicate woman in waiting. As her man, I will take all the courage including hers to do what is right for us to be complete.

I hear her voice.

Different than any other day.

Different than her usual.

Louder than the thunders outside.

The time we are passing in this darkness is beyond anyone could comprehend; it is what makes us…

Immortal.

We are in a different world.

Our world.

.

.

.

Listen.

"Zzzzchuuu….Zzzzchuuu…Zzzzchuuu…"

I know that sound alright; it is the sound which lightens my heart, brightens my day and ignites so much of love. It is…the sound of a sleeping angel.

The edge of my lips would curve wholeheartedly as I watched my little angel sleep in my arms and the morning light which shines through the opened window made her glow beautifully. Her messy hair, her pouty lip, her small nose and those envious long lashes; she is so beautiful…incomparable.

Irresistibly; my lips moved up to her forehead, kissed it and then smiled to myself satisfyingly. My greed sent Sakura-chan groaning and rubbing her eyes waking up. Stared at me with her half opened eyes, my little angel snuggled closer to me, holding me as she returned to sleep.

I smiled with gentle fingers fiddling her long hair; like an everyday routine yet it never grows old. It's a wonderful silky feeling the moment when I allowed her hair run between my fingers. It's love.

It's still early. The sunlight is golden that shines preciously in the distance giving a soft glow; of life; of love. It gives us hope and the will to live. I am. And for this little angel, I am.

I am currently a very happy soul. To have the most important thing lying in my arms is far from enough for me. I was given the greatest chance; the greatest gift! So what is there to ask for more?

There is no need of anything else.

My heart beats for this little female every day and she beats for me; that is enough. I am a simple man and that is what I will be until the end.

Listen.

Badup! Badup! Badup! Badup! Badup!

Listen to that.

It's a beautiful sound I feel.

It's the sound of a racing heartbeat which…isn't mine.

I could not contain my smile at such cuteness when it is all about the little female I am talking about.

Badup! Badup! Badup! Badup! Badup!

"Pfft!" A laugh slipped out of me. "Sakura-chan…I can feel your face burning my skin already."

I laughed more as she turned redder and I can see her whole being burn in embarrassment. I can simply guess what she is up to when she tries hard to bury her face in my chest; my bare chest!

We ARE bare under the same covers and on the same futon. To wake up getting all embarrassed when she realized we were sleeping together with nothing else but us is just too cute!

It's not our first.

But last night was…ahem…one of the best; we had a purpose and we had more love. So it makes it special. And I think; even if we have kids or not…it doesn't matter.

Am I not disappointed? To be honest, yes I am but what can I do?

That; is another gift from the Heavens. Whether Sakura-chan and I will be blessed with it, it is up to Them. It may be greedy of us to ask for more when what we have today is already miracle itself. I guess…it is the Heaven's willing.

"…Sasuke…kun…" I smirked at the peeking pinkette.

"Good morning Sakura-chan…" I greeted in loving voice and tapped her cute nose playfully.

She reacted like a frightened kitten shrunk away from my touch and buried herself back into my chest. It is amusing to watch her timid character while she blushed endlessly. I get she is shy but I think we have nothing to be ashamed about when we've already surrendered everything we had to one another.

Moreover, I don't plan to let her ruin the morning by just waiting for her to find courage to face me again. I want to spend this moment together even if we were to only stare at each other and maybe we might fall back to bed and forget about food…again.

"Sakura-chan…" I called out to her with my hand gently caressing her hair. There again; she peeked at me and back into hiding. Again!

Alright, Miss Haruno that is enough. I didn't plan to ask permission when I just dragged her out from her hiding, she began screaming and wriggling in my grasp when I did. I never knew she would be this embarrassed; seriously, I got terrified when she sounded as if I was some stranger doing nasty things to her. If the innkeepers were to hear us, I bet they'll come barging in. For that, I had to shut her up before something THAT embarrassing happens.

"Sakura-chan… Sakura-chan… Sakura-chan…" I hushed her gently. She tried to avoid my eyes but I stopped her. "It's okay…Really…" I told her whisperingly. "Don't hide my dear…It hurts…"

It took her minutes of silence just before she calmed down and speak,

"I'm sorry…Sasuke-kun…I…I just don't know how to look at you…," she blushed.

"Then look right at me…like this…just like this…," I held her face;

My thumbs stroking each side of her cheeks and they grew warm under my touch. Her eyes were there watching me very deeply into mine, so much that I have come to be mesmerized by hers in return. Then down my fingers go all the way to her lips; the one and only I learn how to kiss from and the one which brought me endless surprises,

"You're beautiful…Sasuke-kun…"

I never expect for such words spewed from those lips. Blinking once then again before closing her eyes; it's a hint and I followed.

This morning is fulfilling; our bodies sharing the heat of our union and the burning kisses which trails along our skin is proof of our immeasurable fulfillment that only we can create in this peaceful morning.

I smiled to the woman who lies before me; my lover.

Her hair splayed messily yet gorgeously all over the futon; the sight of such beauty is beyond comparison. My porcelain doll; so preciously, so enchantingly mine.

Once more, I planted another passionate kiss onto that brilliant surface of her shoulder before the two of us blushed embarrassingly with laughter. We shared so much. I repeat this phrase in my head as we giggled together.

"Sasuke-kun…," she reached out to my cheeks. "Thank you…Thank you for loving me…"

Smiling; I should be the one thanking her despite it was her who always express her gratitude towards me. I am blessed even more.

We admired each other as we stayed staring at one another. Without words. Without gestures. We just stared and stared reading each other's contents through our irises until the sun grew strong enough to turn into shimmering blades of light that brightened our room wholly.

Aa. This morning is exceptionally beautiful.

After the rain. After the storm. It shone brilliant gold in skies and the two of us were captivated by such natural mystery. It's warm and so does our embrace where we cuddled each other under the covers as we gazed out of the opened window.

"You know Sasuke-kun…"

The long silence which we retained was broken by my wife's soft uttering.

"Hm?"

"I think I understood why the people in this inn were all lively and wonderful people…"

I directed my gaze over to her out of her curious statement.

"Cahaya…..it means light in a foreign language," she smiled towards me after then back to watching the sun. "This is the house of the light. Everyone is happier, purer…just like the first light of the day. I've never seen such wonderful daylight until I am here…and with you…Sasuke-kun…" again she turned towards me with tender gazes.

Reactively, I wore a smile; a genuine one whereby I agreed to her words. If she hadn't said them I might never realize it. Indeed, I have married a smart woman.

Claiming her lips is only a small part of how I should express my love for this woman. Actually, I can never fully express; I don't know how to show every drop of my affection for her when it never stops growing and it has grown too much for me to handle. It's overabundant to the extent of spilling from my insides.

How can I not love such an adorable person?

I must have been too lucky to have met her during that fateful day.

It is fate.

"Sasuke-kun…"

"Hm?"

"I was wondering…"

"Yes…?"

"What happened to our picnic blanket?"

"Hmmm….probably we have to get a new one now…"

"Aww…Poor blanket…"

I smiled when she pouted cutely and gave her a quick peck on her rosy cheek.

This is what I call…Happiness.


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