Sakura P.O.V
I'm such an idiot! I already know why he slaughtered his entire clan! Why would I ask such a thing! I sat there with my hands over my mouth, waiting for my death. I knew Itachi would be angry that I asked that.
But... Surprisingly he didn't look angry. He looked shocked. Maybe even a little confused. His eyes were wide and his teeth were clenched. He just stared at me, not even blinking.
Suddenly, Itachi started coughing. He put his hand over his mouth, clenched his eyes, and bent his head down. I quickly got out of my state of shock, and scrambled over to help him. I sat him upright so he was leaning against the bed frame, and put my hands over his chest.
I put some of my medical chakra in his lungs, where the disease is, to sooth the pain. That didn't stop the coughing, though. I tried healing it, but to no avail. I can't heal it if I don't know exactly where the disease is centered.
I gave up, and just started rubbing soothing circles on his back. It took about 3 minutes before the coughing cleared. His breath was still rough and he was wheezing afterwards.
It was silent except for the sound of Itachi's rough breathing. It was very uncomfortable and awkward. I was the one who decided to break the silence.
"Are you alright?" I asked. He nodded.
"I'm used to them coming on so suddenly." The silence continued for a moment after he said that.
"Why... Would you ask a question like that?" Itachi suddenly asked. He was looking down at his hands, his hair hiding his face.
"I...I really don't know," I said slowly, "I was just angry at the moment, and I blurted it out."
He nodded, then looked up to face me. "It's getting late. You should go to bed."
I nodded. "Goodnight."
"Goodnight, Sakura."
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I sat in my bed, thinking about all that happened tonight. The conversation was going so well. That is, until I asked that stupid question.
Was it really stupid though? I mean, why would a thirteen-year-old kill his family just to "test his abilities?" It just didn't seem realistic.
Then again, I already knew the answer. Itachi is a selfish person. The Uchiha are selfish people.
Maybe I should have re-worded the question. Like, "Did you only kill your clan to test your abilities?" Or, "Did you only have one motive for killing your clan?" It was just angry talk, I guess.
I flopped down on my bed and sighed. I know things are going to be awkward between Itachi and I now. I looked at the clock, 11:07 PM. Wow, I was in Itachi's room for that long? I closed my eyes, and fell asleep.
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KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK
Ugh. Who's knocking on my door at this early in the morning? I rolled over and looked at the clock: 11:42 AM.
OK...Maybe not so early. I got out of bed and opened the door. Kisame was standing there with a grin on his face.
"What do you want?" I asked sleepily. He chuckled.
"Rough night last night huh, Blossom? You missed breakfast. Anyway, me, you, and Itachi are supposed to go into town today to get food."
I woke up at that. This is going to be my perfect chance to escape.
"OK. I'll get ready." I said.
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I walked out of my room with my horribly ugly Akatsuki clothes on. Without my headband. It felt really weird not having it on. It was tucked in the pocket of my cloak, so I would have it when I escaped.
I walked into the living room, where Kisame and Itachi were sitting. They were waiting patiently for me. I cleared my throat to get there attention.
"I'm ready." I announced.
"No you're not," Pain suddenly came out from the other hallway, "I have to undo your seal before you leave."
He walked over with chakra glowing on the palm of his hand. He pressed down on my seal, and it vanished.
"Now you are ready. I'm assuming I don't have to remind you not to try and escape? They won't hesitate to kill you if you do." He stated. I nodded, playing along.
Kisame and Itachi led me into the forbidden hallway, and to the front door. I was really excited for my escape.