Chizuru is a wonderful addition to the family. Sakura loves her to pieces and Sasuke likes her too. She almost never left Sakura's side. They went everywhere together, the store, the park, to a friend's house. Even to places animals were not allowed it. Luckily, Chizuru is small enough to fit in Sakura's bag, though sometimes it's difficult to keep her hidden. She's a curious little feline and Sakura had faced many instances where people were staring at her after hearing a meow come from her direction. She would brush them off with an awkward laugh and scurry away before anyone got suspicious. It was all good though, she would laugh about it later at home while talking to Chizuru or Sasuke.
Sasuke enjoys seeing them together. He sees how happy both of them are and that makes him content. Chizuru would follow Sakura loyally while she does housework. She would go outside and chase butterflies while Sakura does laundry. Sit by the sink while she cleans dishes. Go out with Sakura to get the mail and newspaper. They even napped together like Sasuke did with his cats. He remembers coming home to a silent household and stepping into the living room to both of them curled up on the couch. He would then carry Sakura to their bed. In the process, Chizuru would rouse and trot behind Sasuke. Once Sakura is situated in bed, he would go to his study to go over some case files. Chizuru would accompany him and curl up on his lap. He would read the documents while scratching her soft ears, nothing but her rumbling purr and papers rustling would fill the room.
Sakura carefully painted another white, stenciled cat silhouette on the sky blue wall. The ceiling is white and the walls are trimmed with white as well. She observed the cat infested walls proudly. He couldn't paint for shit so she really appreciated the stencils. There were cats walking, playing with balls of yarn, and sitting. The nursery was coming together nicely. Mikoto is coming over with the crib soon and then they would go shopping together. Unfortunately, her father got sick so her mother couldn't come with them.
"Oh my, how adorable!" She spun around to see her mother-in-law in the doorway, admiring the room. Sakura picked up a dish tag and quickly cleaned the paint splatter off herself before giving Mikoto a hug.
"It's a boy?"
"Mother's intuition."
"It's usually right."
"If you guys are done can we get in?" There stood Itachi and Shisui with the crib behind them. Both women stepped aside and watched them maneuver the crib into Sakura's desired spot.
"Thank you Itachi-nii and you too Shisui-san."
"Anytime imouto. How are you doing?"
"Better. Feeling bigger every day." Her hand automatically went to her baby bump.
They moved to the living room and chatted over tea until the boys were called back to work for an urgent meeting they were already late for. As soon as they left, the women prepared for their shopping spree.
Itachi and Shisui were the last to arrive to the meeting. There were only four other people there, Naruto, Kakashi, Sasuke, and Fugaku.
"About time you got here." Sasuke groused out. Shisui snorted in response.
"Shut up kid, your cute little wife insisted on tea." That got the little shit's attention.
"How is she?"
"Aww is little Sasuke worried? Geez, I can't believe you're going to be a father, I still can't believe you're married." The way Shisui said it like Sasuke was still a child made him want to kick him, preferably somewhere low and painful. Before he could make that fantasy happen, his father intervened.
"That's enough you two. We have something more important to discuss." Everyone straightened up and shut up.
"Now all of you know that recently drug activity has skyrocketed. The substance found on each person were exactly the same so they must come from the same supplier. That supplier happens to be the leader of the Sound Organization." The tension in the room thickened. Orochimaru is a familiar criminal to all of them. He disappeared without a trace two years ago and now it seems he's rearing his ugly head around again.
"Last night we received intel about his whereabouts, but when the team arrived there was no one there. Either our informant was wrong, which I highly doubt, or..."
"There's a snake within our ranks." Itachi finished for him. The room is completely silent, but the tension spoke volumes. There's a traitor somewhere in the building, but who, and is there more than one?
"You guys are my most trusted officers so I'm putting all of you on this case. Speak of this to no one and report to me immediately if you find any useful information and if you find our snake." Everyone nodded in response.
"Dismissed, except for you, Sasuke." Naruto made a snickering noise as he closed the door behind him, thinking Sasuke was in trouble. Sasuke rolled his eyes at him.
"Truthfully, Sasuke, I would rather you stay out of this mess, but," he held up his hand when his son opened his mouth to protest, "there aren't many people I can give this assignment to at the moment, so don't be reckless. You're going to be a father soon, don't forget that." Sasuke stared at his usually closed off father for a moment before consenting.
Sasuke just pulled into the driveway, when Sakura and his mother pulled up next to him. He climbed out and watched them pull bag after bag out of the backseats. They said their goodbyes and embraced. His mother gave him a little wave before backing out and driving out of sight. He was their immediately when he saw Sakura trying to haul all her shopping in at once. He took them off her hands and dumped them on the couch. Chizuru, who was situated on said couch, leapt off to greet her mistress.
"Chizuru-chan, I hope you've been a good girl today" she said to her while she picked her up. Their cheeks nuzzled and a thundering purr made her laugh.
"Did you have fun?" Sasuke joined them, laying a hand on the kit's head. She leaned in and rubbed against it.
"Yes, I got some maternity clothes and more baby stuff!" She reached into a bag, pulling out a star mobile box, baby monitors, bottles, pacifiers, even teething rings. Sasuke sat down with Chizuru and watched her. He saw joy crossing her beautiful face at every item she pulled out. He'd do anything to keep her this happy and safe, but with his career, he wonders how long he can keep it up. The thought of leaving her and their child alone didn't sit well with him at all, but all he can do is tread carefully and hope for no missteps.
"And this-" Sasuke embraced her small frame, his cheek resting against her hair, eyes half lidded.
"Sasuke?" She brought her arms up to his back.
"Just a little longer." She pulled him closer, closing her eyes.
"Are you okay? Is it work?" She knew it was when he sighed tiredly.
"It's been stressful lately." Sakura released him, taking his hands, she dragged him towards their room.
"I think you need to relax," she threw him an inviting grin that made her eyes glint and his blood boil. That sexy smirk graced his lips.
"And you want to help?"
"I most certainly do," and with that she pulled him the rest of the way in and he closed the door behind him without a backwards glance.
Sasuke breathed out serenely under his wife's ministrations. She gives one hell of a massage, even better when she's wearing nothing. The room is intimately lit by a now tiny scented candle. He buried his face into the downy pillow atop his hands as she worked the kinks out of his muscles. What an amazing end to a steamy night with a beautiful woman. Sakura had quite an excellent view from her straddling position on his lower back. Strong broad shoulders, back muscles rippling under her touch narrowing down to sexy hips and a very nice ass she knew was hidden under the blanket pooling around her hips. She smiled when he let loose a loud groan. She bent down to trail her lips up his back to the side of his neck.
"Feeling better?" She whispered mischievously, dropping kisses on his shoulders.
"Much." He replied, turning his head up to the side for an affectionately heated kiss. He managed to get her on her back next to him without breaking their lip lock. His tongue sought out hers as he caressed her small baby bump. He reluctantly retreated from her sensuous mouth. He brushed a lock of hair from her face before pulling the blanket over them.
"I love you Sasuke."
"And I you." He gathered her warm body into his arms, watching as she drifted into sleep before following. Her warmth lulling him into a peaceful dream world.
I know it's been a long time and I'm sorry.
XxUchihaCherryBlossomxX
