Thank you to all of my readers, for reading to the end! Special thanks to Cairn Ramius and evelynmegkuchikisalt6 for reviewing and being with me every step of the way. I really appreciate the comments, you guys kept me writing! I really enjoyed writing this series and when life is less hectic I want to revisit this world. Anyway, here's the last chapter, I hope you enjoy it! :-)

Chapter Twenty-Six

(Last Chapter)

I woke up again, Naruto's flowers still in my arms. I felt awful. I didn't string him on, because I did like him just as much as I liked Sasuke. But I should have known from the beginning: I was physically attracted to Naruto, but I was emotionally attached to Sasuke. He spoke to my heart from the very beginning.

I should have figured it would be him that I chose. If I really thought about it, instead of being selfish, maybe I could have saved Naruto and me some heartache. But it was fine – I'd just have to fix things with Naruto later. I hope he forgave me.

First, though, I had to see Sasuke.

Something told me he wouldn't be around much longer. Not if I didn't hurry. I went to the window, cringing at the pain in my arms as I pulled it opened. I hated to sneak out of my guards again, but no one would approve of this.

And I couldn't wait, I had to see Sasuke. Now.

I slipped out of the window and plummeted to the ground. I landed roughly, painfully, but I got up and started running barefoot through the trees. Sasuke's apartment wasn't far from the hospital at all. I leapt into the trees, ignoring the pain.

I landed at the beginning of his street. I raced down it, going to his apartment. I grabbed the handle and it was unlocked. I forced the door opened.

"Sasuke?" I cried.

He wasn't here. And although everything was the same something was different. I went into his bedroom – first time, woot, woot! – and checked his dresser. There were clothes missing. Not enough to be completely noticeable, but I knew he'd packed super light. I couldn't get out of that room – that apartment – fast enough.

I ran through the streets, the ground hurting my feet, my right arm bleeding. I guess I'd strained it without noticing it. But that didn't matter, I had to stop Sasuke. I ran to the exit of Konoha.

Sasuke, where are you?

You can't leave yet.

"You can't be gone," I cried, rushing to the gate. "Sasuke, you can't be gone. I haven't even told you that I love you."

I felt his fingers brush my arm. I whirled around, coming to a halt. Sasuke stood behind me, and I felt everything at once: happiness, sadness, love, pain – I threw my arms around his neck, and he didn't hesitate to hug me right back.

"Don't go," I said. "I love you, Sasuke Uchiha, and I didn't fight those ninja off just so I could live alone."

"Were you going to go back to the cave if I weren't here?" Sasuke asked.

I pulled away from him, looking into his eyes. "Yes."

"What if I weren't there anymore?" he asked, the barest of smiles touching his lips. He ran his fingers down my cheek.

"Then I'd go to the Sound Village," I said. "And if you weren't there then I'd keep looking until I found you. I'd search everywhere, Sasuke, and I wouldn't let you get away from me."

"You're starting to sound like Sakura and Ino," he said.

I narrowed my eyes. "Fine. How about this: shut up and kiss me."

He laughed. "That's my Midori."

And he kissed me like he never has before. I felt myself get weak in the knees, and things tighten down below. I moaned softly as he used an heartfelt, soul shattering kiss that didn't only speak to my body, it spoke to my heart.

He broke the kiss to whisper, "Say it again."

"What?"

"That you love me," he said.

I smiled at him, my Sasuke glowing by the moonlight. I leaned against his body just be close the distance between us. My heart was racing for him.

"Sasuke," I said slowly. "I love you."

The next day at school I walked hand in hand with Sasuke, daring anyone to make a big deal about it. The girls glared at me, like they wanted to kill me. The guys looked jealous. I guess they suddenly wanted me now that Sasuke had me. I just rolled my eyes.

I spotted Naruto and told Sasuke I'd be right back, but he shook his head.

"No, I want to go too," he said. I just shrugged and pulled him along. I let go of Sasuke's hand and gave Naruto a big hug when I reached him. I pulled away before it became too long.

"Hey," I said.

"Hey," he said softly.

"How are you?" I asked.

"I've been better," he said, looking towards Sasuke.

"I still want to be friends with you, Naruto-kun," I said. "When you're ready." He smiled when I said that. I guess I had read his mind. But I know in his position I'd want some space too for a while.

"Of course, Midori-chan," he said, and smiled at me.

"Good," I smiled.

He looked at Sasuke briefly before he went into school. Tenten came up behind me, hugging me from behind. I smiled when I smelled her familiar scent, knowing she was here.

"I was worried about you," she said. "When I last visited you in the hospital you didn't look ready for school."

"I'm still a bit bandaged up, but I'll be okay."

"Good," Tenten said before letting go of me. She went towards the building. "Oh, and about that girl I told you about? We had a date last night." Tenten was beaming.

"Really? That's great," I said.

"Yeah, she said she couldn't stick around… she's from the sand village, but she said she'd try to visit often. I'm not into long distance relationships but… she might be worth it."

From the sand village…? I looked at Sasuke and he looked as shocked as Sasuke was capable of looking. I looked back at Tenten. I had a question but I wasn't sure I wanted the answer.

"What's her name?" I asked anyway.

"Temari!" Tenten said cheerfully.

"N – nice," I stuttered. "That's great for you, Ten-chan. I'm so happy for you."

"Thank you," Tenten said. "See you in class, Midori-chan. Love you too."

When she left I turned to Sasuke. "So should I tell my best friend that her possible girlfriend really wants to kill me?"

Sasuke shrugged. "It might be a good idea… just in case it becomes serious."

I nodded. "That's true… and for Naruto…"

Sasuke rolled his eyes.

"Be nice," I said. "Hinata Hyuga has the hots for him. She always has."

"Really?"

"Boys are so blind," I said.

"Really? Cause I'm seeing a lot of good stuff right now," Sasuke said, and he gave me a breathtaking kiss. I pulled away from him.

"Don't," I said. "You're taking me on 3 dates before we have sex again."

Sasuke just chuckled. "Fuck that."

(End)

(Author's Note:) So from the beginning I realized Midori told us who she wanted. I just didn't realize it until the second to last chapter. She was physically attracted to Naruto but emotionally attracted to Sasuke, so in my opinion it was obvious who she'd choose. (I say it's obvious but I didn't know and I'm the one writing this!)

I don't know why but I get all happy-go-lucky and mushy-as-shit with my endings! I don't know why, but it always happens. Either that or its super depressing.

I went through so many possible endings, some with her ending up with Naruto and some with Sasuke. I wanted an ending that made everyone happy! But you can't do that with love triangles (you can never please everyone, actually haha) but I'm glad with this ending. I hope I closed all loose threads my fic created. It was really a lot of fun, and it really flowed. Midori started speaking to me like a real character!

Thank you so much for reading, reviewing, and thank you for enjoying! I'm on to my next project.