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MUTUAL FEELINGS

Sakura buried her face in the pillow and groaned before she turned over her stomach and faced the wall. It was three o'clock in the morning and sleep was the farthest thing from her mind. She was a horrible horrible person. Three months ago she was single and happy but now, not only did she have a boyfriend but she cheated on him as well. She always considered herself to be responsible and mature girl so how could she do that? The tingling sensation of Sasuke's lips and hands were still over her body and she hated it. She hated the fact that deep down she desired more of his touch. She has only shared few light kisses with Gaara but with Sasuke; she went all the way. What would have happened if Gaara didn't show up? She felt ashamed at the fact that Gaara's touch didn't leave her all hot and bothered like Sasuke's did.

Sakura sat upright and pulled at her pink locks in frustration. She got up from the bed and slid the door to go in to the balcony. Cold breeze of the winter night tickled her as she shivered slightly. Now what? Sasuke have clearly declared that he won't give her to anyone. It confused her. How can he suddenly be so attracted to her? What were his feelings towards her? Sakura gripped the railing tightly with frustration as those thoughts kept plagiarizing her mind. Heck, she didn't even know what she felt for him. After today, no yesterday she was aware that she was attracted to him physically. Was that enough? And what made Sasuke like her? Her temper? Does that make him masochist as well? She snorted at the thought and sighed.

Sakura still remembered vividly the concern in Gaara's eyes when she stepped out of the café. He genuinely liked her. He never tried to treat her as his possession. He never tried to force her into anything. It was all opposite of how Sasuke was! Does she really want to give up her healthy relationship with Gaara over him? What if Sasuke just wanted her physically and grew bored of her later. He was known for his womanizer ways. For crying out, he dumped her best friend like a piece of shit. Can she really pursue a relationship with him?

As much as she hated to admit, but she and Sasuke weren't compatible. They don't have a future together. What happened last night was just a spur of moment. Sakura vowed to herself that this won't happen again. Sasuke maybe an incredible kisser but the extent of a relationship was far beyond that. This was her first and last mistake. She just has to avoid him for the rest of her University days and she won't see him ever again. If only it could really happen.

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Sasuke got up as soon as the last lecture ended and darted out of the lecture hall. He has to see Sakura. He learned from Naruto that Sakura went to her home during the winter vacation. He was really pissed off when she avoided all of his phone calls and messages. Somehow, they both ended up exchanging numbers few days before Christmas but the damn annoying girl didn't bother to give him a single reply. She can't just avoid him after that night. She was the one who encouraged him to continue his ministrations and now she wanted to move on. No fucking way!

He got out of his block and rushed outside the campus. Sasuke knew there was a place that she couldn't avoid him even if she tried; her workplace.

It took another twenty five minutes before he finally reached the doorsteps of maid latte and entered. The place was heavily packed after the holiday season was over. He smirked to himself as he saw people sitting contently and enjoying their beverage. If only they knew what had transpired over those chairs!

"Hi Sasuke..Oops, I mean Welcome master! What will you have?"

He tilted his head at the greeting and found pair of brown eyes staring at him. Shizuka was it? He spotted another one, Miya and wondered where Sakura was? Did her shift not start yet? Or was she inside?

"Where's Sakura?"

Being the blunt man he was, he simply shot the question as the waitress momentarily froze before a frown appeared on her face.

"She left the work here. Didn't she tell you? I thought you guys were pretty close."

Sasuke couldn't believe his ears. She left. Why? Didn't she need this job for money?

"Why?"

"Well. Sakura told us that she was assistant of some Tsunade now and would be working at the Senju hospital as nurse. I guess, she would get paid more there."

Sasuke sat motionlessly as he couldn't believe his luck. Was this just a coincidence or was she ready to go that far to avoid him? Well, that wasn't going to stop him. If she really wanted to play this cat and mouse game then fine. He wasn't going to loose to her. Not a chance.

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Sakura noted down the pulse and handed her patient a glass of water as the said man gave his obligatory thanks. She smiled at him and walked out of the room towards the office area. Sakura was really delighted when Tsunade offered her to work at the city hospital. Although she wasn't graduated yet, but her exceptional medical skills and practical records made her worthy to work here. She was just nursing but it has its own share of advantage as she got to work in a real life hospital now. She walked towards her desk and packed her bag before deciding to change from her nurse attire and rushed towards the bathroom. Today Naruto has invited her to tag along with him to his house. It was his parents twenty second anniversary and they have kept a small get together at their house and invited their close friends. Kushina has specially asked Sakura to come so she can't say no to her.

Sakura stepped out of the washroom dressed in a casual jeans and printed t-shirt, nothing too fancy but decent enough for the evening. She took out her compact mirror and put on some light shade lipstick that Ino insisted she should always keep with her. After making sure she looked representable, she finally got out of the office.

Her phone blinked as she opened it and read the message from Naruto.

Where are you? I am waiting outside the hospital.

Just entered the lift. I will be there asap.

She replied shortly as got in the elevator. After a minute she finally reached the ground floor as she rushed quickly towards the entrance. Sakura searched for any sign of yellow sports car which her idiot friend lounged in all day. She frowned as she didn't spot it anywhere. On the cue there was a honk of the horn as she turned and found Naruto getting out of a red convertible. She had seen that sleek vehicle before but couldn't put a finger to it at the moment.

"Hey Sak!"

He rushed towards her and enveloped the pinkette in a warm bear hug as she smiled and ruffled his hairs.

"What happened to your car?"

She asked once she broke apart from him and he grinned sheepishly.

"Well it's headlight kinda broke yesterday so yeah..It's in garage."

She rolled her eyes as this wasn't the first time it happened.

"Anyways, Teme agreed to carpool as he is also coming you know. Come on let's go."

His words were however lost to Sakura after she heard the familiar teme from his mouth. There was only one person whom Naruto addressed as such. Infact, she can clearly see the aforementioned person sitting on the driver's seat through windscreen. His eyes were solely fixed on her and his lips were drawn in a malicious smirk. His taunting face clearly said where are you gonna escape now Sakura? She has successfully avoided him or his messages and calls for last two weeks, but what now. She can't refuse to go with them as it would make Naruto suspicious. Sasuke knew it. He knew that she won't be able to escape so he used Naruto as a bait. But she can't back off now! Besides, Naruto was going to be with them all time and she would simply avoid him at the party and mingle with other guests. Yes. She just has to make sure to not get cornered by him and she was safe.

Sakura inhaled sharply before following Naruto as he guided her inside the sleek Mercedes. He opened the back door and led Sakura in before shutting it and getting into the passenger seat in the front.

"Hello, Sakura Haruno."

Sasuke's cold voice almost made her jump as she clutched at her purse and glanced at the back of his head.

"Hello Sasuke."

Memories of that night came rushing back to her as she remembered how shamelessly she have cried out his name and her face turned red. Sasuke was satisfied with her perturbed face and smirked to himself before he put the key in ignition and started the car.

Sakura avoided looking in front as she has seen Sasuke adjust his rearview mirror towards her and kept stealing glances towards her. She kept sliding onto the seat to avoid him but he was sly as ever as he also kept aligning the lense with her body so she finally gave up and just settled on gazing out of the window. The car slowed down as Sakura still couldn't see the uzumaki residence anywhere and frowned.

Sasuke pulled over in front of a large bakery store as Sakura poked Naruto from behind.

"Why are we stopping here?"

"I forgot to mention, I have to pickup mom and dad's special anniversary cake. I will be right back."

"I will come too."

She declared as she was not going to stay all alone with him here.

"Nah, you stay here Sak. It will only take a moment.."

"But.."

Naruto got out as she too tried opening the doors but it didn't budge at all.

"It's locked."

She heard the husky voice of Sasuke and turned her head towards him.

"Let me out."

"Why? So you can escape again Sak-ura?"

He have tilted his body sideways so that he could face her properly. She bit her lip in fear and tried to calm her racing heart.

"Look. What happened that day….was a mistake. It was wrong. I never intended to kiss you. It was just a heat of moment. So, forget it."

His face became void of all emotions before he let out a mirthless chuckle and glared heatedly at her.

"Mistake you say. Interesting."

"Yes Sasuke. I like Gaara and I am happy with what we have. I don't want to ruin something like that for..for you!"

"BULLSHIT!"

He slammed his hand onto the steering as car shook by its force. With a quick movement, he grabbed her hand and pulled her towards him before slanting his lips onto her. She tried breaking out of his grip as he caught both of her wrists and kissed her almost punishingly. Sakura felt her lungs drained of the air as he firmly locked their lips in the rough kiss.

Sasuke let go off her as she almost slumped back on the seat. Her breath came out in haggard as she looked at Sasuke with disbelief. The hell was wrong with him? He swiped his thumb over his lower lip suggestively before tasting it.

"You are the only sweet I like."

She turned crimson and tightened her grip on the seat before hissing back at him.

"You can't just..just kiss me whenever you like."

He simply rose his eyebrow in a challenging manner at her as his eyes traced to her luscious lips.

"Watch me."

He was mocking her. That arrogant bastard. However before she can retaliate him, she saw Naruto walking towards the motor vehicle as both of them adjusted back to their original position.

"Alright. Let's go."

Naruto said as he tightened his seat belt around, obvious to all the tension around him.

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Sakura watched as Naruto rushed towards his mom and placed a quick kiss on her cheek lovingly before walking off towards his Dad and doing the same. There were around twenty to thirty people around the hall, everyone scattered as they chatted merrily.

Sakura too smiled widely as she trotted towards the Uzumaki couple.

"Happy Anniversary! Kushina and Mister Uzumaki."

"Thank you dear."

"Thank you Sakura."

Kushina hugged the girl happily as Sakura took out a small bouquet of flowers and a wrapped gift and handed it to her.

"There was no need for this honey."

Kushina pouted with a scowl as Sakura chuckled at her. Her eyes then moved to the gorgeous lady standing by her side and smiling softly. She looked around Kushina's age only and has a charismatic aura around her. Kushina might have noticed her looking as she introduced the dark haired woman.

"Sakura, meet Mikoto Uchiha. She is my childhood friend."

Of course. She was Sasuke's mother! He has clearly inherited her eyes and beauty. She extended her hand politely with a small smile.

"Nice to meet you Mrs. Uchiha."

"Just Mikoto will be fine dear."

Her voice was just as lovely as her appearance and Sakura realized that Sasuke clearly didn't inherit her sweet demeanor. She smiled back and nodded towards her before searching for any sign of her blonde friend. She didn't want to stick with two best friends and interrupt them. She spotted him finally as he carried the decorative cake and walked towards the table before prompting everyone to gather together for cake cutting.

The party was short but beautiful. Sakura couldn't help but gush at the lovely couple that Naruto's parents were. They were really the definition of true love. It was around nine that the guests started dissembling. Sakura also bid her goodbye as she walked out of their mansion with Naruto. They noticed Mikoto and Sasuke outside and they appeared to be in a serious conversation. Mikoto was pointing a finger towards her son with a stern face as Sasuke listened with folded hands.

"Oh crap! I forgot Dad's keys. Just wait, I will get them Sak.."

"it's okay Naruto. I can grab a cab or taxi."

"But Sak.."

"I said, it's fine. I am used to travelling at night, remember? Just relax. I will be fine."

She assured her concerned friend who seemed skeptical for a while before he nodded with a grumble. She sighed at his childish behavior and hugged him as he guided her outside. Sakura walked swiftly and headed towards the main road in search of a taxi. She stood at the pavement for a while, hoping to catch any glimpse of the cab.

She heard the zooming sound of a vehicle and froze when the familiar red car stopped by in front. She immediately darted from there as fast as her legs could carry. But she couldn't possibly win against the high mileage sports car.

"Sakura! Get in."

Sasuke commanded from inside as she ignored him and kept walking. She hated his bossy attitude. Who the hell did he think he was to command her like that? The car came to an abrupt halt couple of feets in front before the door opened with a slam and Sasuke stepped out. Before she could comprehend what happened, he picked her up and tossed her over his shoulders as he started walking.

"PUT ME DOWN UCHIHA!"

She beated him repeatedly but he remained unfazed and opened the door of his car and shoved her on the passenger seat and got inside. He tightened the seat belt around her as he started the engine.

"I CAN REPORT YOU FOR KIDNAPPING."

"Calm down. I am just going to drop you off. "

"HOW CAN I CALM THE FUCK DOWN SASUKE? YOU ALWAYS HARRASS ME! ALWAYS! I AM NOT YOUR BLOODY TOY OKAY. I AM A HUMAN BEING. STOP PLAYING WITH ME AND LEAVE ME THE HECK ALONE!"

" You started cussing too. "

'Was this man even for real?'
She gaped at him as she couldn't believe that he didn't pay attention to what she said.

"I hate you."

She snarled as he didn't reply and continued driving. She sighed and simply closed her eyes. This man was not worth wasting her energy. Sasuke momentarily glanced at the fiery woman beside him. She looked beautiful with her pink locks slightly sticking to her neck and her parted lips. Her lips. He was addicted to them since that night. He focused his attention back onto the road or else he would just end up ravishing those inviting lips.

Sakura opened her eyes after a while as she spoke.

"Why Sasuke? Why are you doing this? And why me? Is it just for sex? Is that the only reason? "

The car stopped with a jerk as Sakura jumped and hit her head lightly on the window frame. She winced and rubbed her head soothingly as Sasuke leaned towards her and pressed her up against the window. He caged her as he planted his hands on either side of her head. He looked livid as his lips were pressed in a thin line.

"It's all your fault."

He spat as she tried to push his arms away.

"My fault! How?"

He stared at her for a while as his eyes traced her face. Sakura tried to put on a brave face as she didn't look away from his black orbs.

"Your words. They affected me. A lot. You were the first woman who didn't go crazy over me. You must be an idiot if you think it's about sex Sakura. It's not. "

"Then what is it Sasuke? Tell me. I want to know.."

She whispered slowly as he moved forward and leaned his forehead over hers. Sakura was taken aback by this intimate gesture as she felt him breathing over her.

"I don't know that myself. I just.. I want to spend my time with you. I like your company Sakura. I want to be the only guy to ever kiss you or hug you. I want you. All of you."

Sakura was numb on her place as Sasuke murmured those words. His eyes were still shut but she could clearly see that he was embarrassed by his confession. His ears were turning pink.

"Sasuke..You are blushing."

She pointed out and bit her lip to stop laughing as he opened his eyes and pouted slightly.

"No."

She didn't tease him any further as it would only piss him off. He was now staring at her curiously, waiting for her answer as she leaned her head on the glass window. This was all so frustrating. Why can't she bring herself to say no to him? She have vowed to herself that she won't fall for his antics again but here they were again and she couldn't reject him. Why? Gaara was perfect. He was mature. he was everything a girl could dream about. But he was…not Sasuke.

He never teased her like Sasuke did. He never brought an adrenaline rush to her veins like Sasuke did. He wasn't spontaneous like Sasuke. He wasn't wild like him. She always felt like she was on an adventurous ride when she was with Sasuke. With Gaara, everything was simple. He was a predictable person. She and Gaara only conversed about medical science with few traces of some romantic lines. He was a gentleman. He didn't flirt with her shamelessly or pass crude remarks like Sasuke did. Sasuke was like fuel and she was fire.

"Oh god! Why are you doing this Sasuke? Now I can't stop thinking about you.."

"I am right here Sakura."

She looked up as she saw him staring at her hopefully. He was waiting for her answer dammit. What can she do?

"You are a womanizer Sasuke. You sleep with girls all the time. "

"I haven't had sex for last fifteen months."

She looked dumfounded as he confessed with a straight face. She snorted as she couldn't believe what he said.

"I never lie Sakura. The last time I thought about getting laid, I stumbled into your drunken ass. Fuck! Ever since I started hanging around you, I couldn't bring myself to fuck any other or even kiss them. You are just..so infuriating..Always on my mind dammit!"

Her mouth was wide open as she couldn't believe it. Has she really affected him for such a long time? She has no idea. Sasuke have always been in physical relationships so he clearly didn't understand the concept of what he was feeling. Sakura felt her heartbeat accelerating at his words.

"You idiot!"

She felt tears in her eyes due to all the emotions as Sasuke was confused. Wait tears? Why was she crying? He didn't hurt her or anything.

"Sakura…wha…"

"Shut up! I..I have to leave Gaara now! He is such a per..perfect guy! Why the hell you didn't say anything four months back?"

He just stared at her blankly before she enveloped her arms around him and sobbed in his shirt. He placed his hands on the small of her back and rubbed gently. He hated seeing her crying.

"If you ever..I mean it, ever lay a single finger on any other woman then..I will beat you to a bloody pulp Uchiha. If you think you are the only one possessive, you got another thing coming.."

She threatened him as he smiled and tightened his hold around her. God, he was crazy about this woman!

"And I will kill anyone who tries to take you away from me. I mean it."

She slapped his shoulders playfully as he chuckled and they both broke apart. He wiped off the stray tears from her beautiful face as she smiled at him and stared into his deep charcoal eyes. Sasuke brought her face close and kissed her gently but passionately as she slid closer to him and returned it equally. Sakura gasped as he backed her slowly against the window and broke apart.

Sasuke moved his lips to her neck and started biting her pale neck as she moaned.

"I thought..mm..It wasn't about...sex!"

She breathed out as he finished placing a hickey at her pulse point and chuckled against her skin.

"There are still a lot of things we can do without having sex."

Before she could respond, he have shoved his tongue in her mouth and they both engaged in the passionate kiss without any worry of the world.

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Sakura smiled giddily as she closed the gate behind her. She wrapped her stall around her to hide the love bites that Sasuke have left all over her neck. It was ten o'clock already as she apparently lost the track of time due to their makeout session. Curse Sasuke for being such an incredible kisser.

She knocked on her front door to find it open and frowned. Kakashi can really be so careless sometime. She entered inside and locked the door behind her. She turned on her heel and paled when she spotted someone standing by the wall.

"I assume you had fun with Sasuke, Miss haruno!"

"Gaara.."

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A cliffhanger? What's gonna happen now? Are Sasuke and Sakura really together for good? Find out in next chapter..btw spare me if there any mistakes..

I am in a foul mood and probably couldn't concentrate on this chapter..Fairy tail's last chapter just ruined me. It was really disappointing.

Anyways please read and review guys while I go sulk in the corner..

~Sora