A Walk in the Park-

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Chapter Twenty Eight-

Humiliating Parents


Once we were home from the trip I got word from my lawyer that everything was settled with Sasori. He went for a plea bargain and after his lawyer convinced him not to deny anything, they seen him in court and he was given only five years. It was smart on his part and my lawyer wasn't very satisfied, nor were Sasuke and I but my lawyer assured us that even once he was out he would have to serve probation for another five years.

I tried to be happy that he was locked away no matter how long he'd be there. He couldn't get to me. I didn't have to worry about him anymore and if he'd been good for anything, it was him teaching me a lesson. I wouldn't be giving anyone the benefit of the doubt anymore. If somebody was giving me the creeps like he was, I would report them right away, and I would tell Sasuke too.

Even though I was fearful of him taking things to the extremes. He'd always seemed like a lover to me, but he could definitely be a fighter. Hopefully we wouldn't ever have to deal with anything like that ever again. Now, we were more concerned with forgetting it, and moving forward. Sasuke's race was Saturday, only two days away.

Per my parent's request, Sasuke and I were going to have dinner with them, and even Itachi would be joining us. Sasuke didn't seem happy at all with the way he was brooding silently for the first hour after I'd told him about it and then he even asked,

"Is it really necessary to bring him?"

I just rolled my eyes at him because he could really be ridiculous when it came to his brother sometimes. Itachi was great and it was my parents who wanted him to join us.

"My parents asked for him to come too. I can't just not invite him." I explained.

"We could say he was sick and ask for a rain check." He muttered quietly as he pouted, knowing I would never go for that.

"We are not doing that, Sasuke. If he can't come or doesn't want to, fine, but we're not making the decision for him."

"Tsk." He scoffed but didn't push the matter further.

It was Thursday morning now and my parent's just called a couple hours before to ask us to come so I had to ask Itachi as soon as possible. I was sure he was cooking breakfast, so I dragged Sasuke out of the room and pulled him towards the kitchen. He was too salty to ask, so I'd do it myself.

"Good morning, Itachi!" I greeted him cheerfully and he gave me a smile. "My parents would like you to join us all for dinner tonight at their home. Would you be willing and able to do that?"

"Dinner with your parents? I would be honored, Sakura." He stated. "All of us including Sasuke, naturally?"

Sasuke rolled his eyes and turned to me. "See? He's starting already."

"Starting what? I was only asking a question, little brother." Itachi pointed out but his smirk gave him away.

"Save it. If you insist on going you better be on your best behavior." Sasuke told his brother.

"Honestly Sasuke, I am an Uchiha. I would never be anything less than the perfect gentleman." Itachi said.

"I don't believe you. Sakura, are you certain you want to bring him?" Sasuke asked.

I sighed but couldn't stop smiling. "Yes, I'm sure."

Sasuke still wasn't happy but thankfully everything was settled and the three of us would be going to dinner together. My mom wanted us to be there by six and both Itachi and Sasuke wanted to go by the shop for a while so after breakfast we all got ready and went there. I talked to Naruto who was in an extra goofy mood while Itachi and Sasuke both looked over his car.

He claimed after all his practice racing with Naruto it needed servicing, and there was one other thing he had to work on, something about some kind of charger. Honestly, nothing they said made sense to me, no matter how much I tried to listen and pay attention.

By the time they were finished with their work, we had just enough time to go back by their place for them to have a shower and get dressed for dinner. I was wearing a simple white sundress, even though Sasuke complained about my legs being too revealed. I couldn't help myself, because I so loved the way his eyes constantly raked up and down them. Nobody else mattered anyway, and it wasn't like any of his friends would have even thought about looking at me.

Even I could see they were scared of Sasuke.

When Itachi and Sasuke met me in their living room I felt extremely underdressed. They were both in black dress pants, Sasuke in a dark gray button up shirt and Itachi in a black one with a red tie. They must have forgotten we were just going to my parents' house because they were both dressed to impress and they looked really good. Especially Sasuke. When I first saw him, I couldn't even say anything. I could only stare at him in awe.

Because he was drop dead gorgeous and he was all mine.

"Sasuke I think you broke your girlfriend." Itachi teased and Sasuke shoved his arm.

"You look beautiful." He said and took my hand in his, pulling me to my feet.

I blushed at his words. I hadn't even changed or done anything different and yet he was the one commenting on my looks. I was totally the one swooning over here though because he was quite drool-worthy.

"So do you." I whispered shyly, all too aware of Itachi standing nearby. He only winked at me in return and squeezed my hand.

I was totally screaming on the inside as we left the house together in Itachi's car, it was as nice as Sasuke's, a Koenigsegg Agera R. Itachi took pride in stating that it was even faster than Sasuke's. In less than half an hour we were at my parents' house. I led the way inside, Sasuke and then Itachi right behind me. I opened the door and announced our arrival before taking a deep breath to prepare myself for my mom to come at us.

"It's about time!" My mom came beaming from around the corner out of the kitchen, coming to me with her arms open wide.

I hugged her tight, deciding not to mention the fact that we were fifteen minutes earlier than the time she requested us. She released me all too quickly to pull Sasuke into a hug. I was totally expecting it but he seemed startled at first, though it only took him a second to wrap his arms around her in return, a warm smile tainting his lips.

"Oh, it's so nice to see you again, Sasuke." She gushed, squeezing him tight before pulling back to look at Itachi. "And this must be your brother!"

"Yes, unfortunately." Sasuke sighed and shot me a put-out look.

"Mrs. Haruno? Certainly you are not, you look way too young." Itachi said, laying it on thick. "It's a pleasure to meet you."

My mother blushed bright red and laughed as she waved him off all too happily. "Oh my, what a bright young man. The pleasure is all mine!"

How embarrassing. Ugh. I mentally facepalmed before my mom finally got over Itachi and led us all into the kitchen. My dad was nowhere in sight as we each took a seat. She quickly explained that he'd only recently returned from work and was still in the shower.

"So, Itachi… Sakura tells me you're quite the cook yourself." Mom said as she stood by the stove, still beaming from his earlier comment.

"She's too kind. I'm nothing special. However, I would be more than glad to help whenever I am needed." Itachi replied. "As long as Sasuke stays out of the kitchen, of course."

"Taste testing is a necessity in cooking." Sasuke grumbled in his defense.

I giggled quietly while my mother laughed as if Itachi was the funniest person in the world. I totally wanted to crawl under the table.

"What did I miss?" My dad asked as he entered the kitchen with a grin. I just knew he was eager to start joking himself.

"Oh, nothing dear. Take your seat, Sakura you can help me serve dinner."

I got up to help while Dad took his seat at the table, reaching out to shake hands with Itachi. "I've been waiting to meet you, son. Your brother here is quite an expert under the hood."

"He certainly gives me a run for my money. I take it he worked on a car of yours?" Itachi asked. "Would you mind showing me when we have a moment?"

"Oh, I would love to!"

Itachi put my dad on a roll then, the entire time mom and I served the food he went on and on about that old loud Nova. Itachi and Sasuke both got into the conversation, seeming to be more comfortable when they got the chance to talk about something so meaningful to the both of them.

Even after we started eating the three men at the table were in a world of their own. Dinner went smoothly, mom and I just listened to them talk about cars and mechanics and racing the entire time but it was fun just listening to them and after dessert, Itachi and my dad went out to the garage while I pulled Sasuke into the living room and got him to sit on the couch while I pulled out a couple old photo books from the bookshelf.

"I've been waiting for these." Sasuke smirked as I sat next to him on the couch and handed over the books.

He opened the first book carefully, his smirk turning into a soft smile as he looked at the first picture of me.

"Oh wow . . . . cute." Sasuke grinned as he gazed at younger me.

This was so embarrassing but I was glad it was making him happy and while he looked at my pictures I took a moment to reminisce to the time I'd looked at his. Honestly, he looked just the same but he was so cute I wanted one of him.

He moved through the pages slowly, carefully looking at each picture along the way.

"You're just as I pictured you." He told me. "They're much better than mine, I don't see why you were embarrassed."

"Are you kidding? Yours were cute, mine are atrocious!" I was blushing and didn't even want to look at the pictures, though I seriously didn't mind him doing so and plus I owed him anyway.

"Did you see the monstrosities Itachi had put me in? And there is nothing atrocious about tiny Sakura." He said as if he was offended.

I laughed. "Those outfits were nothing but adorable and do you see that forehead?" I scoffed as I pointed it out in the nearest picture.

"Sakura. I burned those things and your forehead is charming. I don't see anything wrong with it."

Oh my. How could he even think such a thing? He was so sweet sometimes. I definitely loved him.

We finished looking at the pictures and then joined Itachi and my dad in the garage where they were in deep conversation.

"-and then he spilled it all over his shirt." Itachi was saying before he and dad started laughing.

"Itachi." Sasuke hissed in warning. "I thought I told you to behave."

Itachi just smirked and shared a look with dad. "See what I mean?"

Dad laughed heartily and gave him a nod. "I see."

"You both better stop it!" I scolded them while holding tight to Sasuke's arm and coming to his defense.

"Hahaha, and do you see what I mean, son?" Dad asked Itachi.

"Hn." Itachi agreed.

"Oh for the love of-you both are hopeless." Sasuke groaned.

My dad and Itachi both laughed in response.

"Yeah, they are." I agreed quickly.

"Oh, it's all in good fun pumpkin. Don't be such a sour-apple."

"Dad!" I groaned, glaring harshly at him to which he only laughed louder. "That does it, let's go back inside, Sasuke!"

Sasuke didn't complain as I pulled him along inside with me, deciding last minute to take him to my room here and show him where I used to spend the majority of my time. I held onto Sasuke's hand as I led him there and he came quietly. I opened the door and pulled him inside before closing the door.

"This was my room." I explained as I stepped back to let him take a look around.

The instant I released his hand he shoved his in his pockets and proceeded to walk around the room as he looked. It didn't consist of much, just my full-sized bed, a dresser, computer desk and several bookshelves. Not many books were left on them since I took most of them with me when I moved. Some of them had sentimental value to me while others were my go-to's for reading again and again.

"It smells like strawberries." He stated and gave me a knowing look.

"You like strawberries, don't you?" I teased, giving him a suggestive look.

"No, love. I adore strawberries." He smirked and quickly closed the distance between us.

I grinned from ear to ear as I wrapped my arms around his neck just as he leaned down to kiss me. At first it was just a light touch, but I quickly tilted my head and parted my lips to deepen the kiss and Sasuke heeded the opportunity, his tongue slipping between my lips as he backed me up towards my bed.

A gasp escaped me as I fell back onto the bed with him climbing on top of me, kissing me along the way. I clutched onto his shirt at the shoulders, trying to mindful of my nails, but he made me unable to think of anything but him and the moment. But, I was still aware of where we were, and who all was here.

"Sa-suke…" I breathed between kisses, needing him to part from me right now before I wouldn't be able to let him leave me.

"What is it, kitten?" He purred and then mouthed at my neck.

Oh no… I panted, losing it more by the second as his lips and tongue teased me. Unbelievably the fear of being caught in the position only filled my body with an adrenaline that thrilled me even more. He smelled so good. He was always so good at distracting me. I loved it. I loved him. I wanted him, right here and now. I couldn't wait.

"Mm… I don't want you to stop." I admitted breathlessly.

"Who said I was stopping?" He asked but suddenly froze against me.

I thought he wasn't stopping. "W-what is it?"

"Shit." He cursed and got off of me, quickly straightening up his clothes. Then he pulled me up and sorted out my dress. "Someone's coming."

Still in a daze, I could only stand there and glower at nothing. This was definitely giving me a sense of déjà vu. I should have known better than to even put myself in these situations. I bit my lip, all too disappointed. Sasuke just pulled me into a hug, knowing just how I was feeling. A part of me just wanted to cry, the other part of me wanted to get out of here right now and get alone with Sasuke so we could continue what we started.

A knock sounded on the door only a second before it opened slowly and Itachi peeked his head inside.

"Hope I'm not interrupting." Itachi stated and Sasuke scowled. "Mrs. Haruno send me to get you two for a game of cards."

I was not happy, but I pulled away from Sasuke and walked from the room. Itachi whispered something to Sasuke on our way past him and Sasuke erupted into a blush.

"Itachi!" He scolded and Itachi chuckled.

The card games lasted for an hour before we were finally able to tell my parent's goodbye and head back to their place. I was pretty annoyed, because I didn't do well with getting hot and bothered and then just having to simmer down myself. It was too much for my body and I didn't like it, so I had all intentions of getting me some of Sasuke as soon as we were back at their place.

The ride there was quiet. Even Itachi and Sasuke didn't say much on the way. I was just glad to have finally arrived and I could finally get him alone. I knew he was wanting the same thing, especially by the way he kept giving me the most lustful look. It only proved to make me want him more. However, Itachi seemed to have other things for Sasuke to do as soon as we walked inside the house.

"Sasuke, I need you to go over your racing form before you go to sleep tonight." Itachi ordered. "I'm taking them to Kakashi in the morning."

"Are you serious? You didn't think to ask me sooner to look them over?" Sasuke asked.

"I had just finished them yesterday." Itachi insisted.

"We both know something like that takes you no time at all to finish." Sasuke reminded and Itachi smirked.

"Perhaps. It should also take you no time at all to finish it. Unless you have something else you'd rather do." Sasuke glared at his back walked away.

I watched him go, falling into depression as I followed him down the hallway. While he went into the study to handle whatever business Itachi gave him to do, I went into his room and sighed. I totally did not want to wait another second, but I knew I was just being ridiculous. I would have him soon enough, and Sasuke would make sure I did.

Having no idea how long it would take him to do what he was doing, I decided to take a shower. At least I would be good and ready for him when he returned. I had time to lather my hair in shampoo and wash my body thoroughly and get out of the shower, and Sasuke had still not returned. I knew it hadn't been too long, but if he didn't hurry up I would go into that study and lock the door and have him in there.

Even at the risk of Itachi never letting us live it down.

I dried myself off and wrapped the towel around me before brushing my teeth and then combing my hair. Sasuke barged in suddenly without knocking, his eyes taking in my form.

"Where were we?" He said and pulled me to his chest, ripping away my towel. The comb in my hands hit the floor as I jumped into his arms, my legs wrapping around him instantly as our lips met feverishly.

His hands gripped my backside tightly as he carried me into the room, taking me straight to the bed and laying me down gently. I whimpered a protest as he pulled away from me, but could do no arguing as he quickly went about ridding himself of his clothes before climbing on top of me.

"I've waited too long for this. Don't tease me."

"Teasing is what I do best." He said, but gave into my plea anyway, thankfully because I wanted him so bad there was no way I could do any more waiting.

I groaned loudly as he entered me without wasting another moment. He gave me all of him and stilled when he was completely sheathed inside of me, a deep growl rumbling in his chest while he held his weight on his left arm, while his right hand was at my hair, fingers having a firm hold on my damp locks.

He always felt so good, always made me feel so good. We moved together with practiced precision, our bodies climbing quickly, getting closer with each thrust. The higher I got, the more out of it I became. My hands were around his back, my nails scraping across his hot skin without me realizing it.

"Sasuke!" I moaned his name loudly as he picked up speed, his breath hot and fast at my neck.

Every throaty groan that sounded from him had my insides coiling until finally, I shattered beneath him with a scream. He quietened me with a deep kiss as he released with me and I held onto him tightly, gasping into his kiss as my body thrashed from the euphoria of my orgasm.

Sasuke remained still, softly kissing me again and again as my body calmed and I came back to reality. I gazed lazily up at him as I caught my breath, taking in those dark, heated eyes that I loved so much, those perfect lips that were parted just so. His ebony hair and flawless skin. He was perfect. So perfect.

I brought my hands to his front, one resting just at his neck while the other went to his face, my fingers deftly caressing his cheek before ghosting over his lips. He kissed my hand, dark eyes softening as they gazed into mine. I hoped he would always look at me just like this. He made me feel so loved, so wanted.

After kissing me once more he moved easily to lay next to me and rolled me on my side. I never liked when I lost that completed feeling of having him inside me, but after a few moments it would pass. I was tired now as I looked to him, my heart swollen with so much love for him it was insane.

"I've decided… I'll be going back to work after the race, probably this coming Monday. And… I think I'll go back home."

I'd kept my thoughts to myself long enough. Now was as good a time as any to discuss this with him. I wanted to know how he felt about the matter, but I was ready to move on now that I knew Sasori was taken care of.

"Are you sure? There's no need to rush things if you aren't ready."

I'd definitely gotten used to being with him so much and sleeping with him every night. I wasn't sure if I would even be able to get to sleep without him anymore. His arms and chest were so comforting. He made me feel so safe. I loved being at his home as well, but I had imposed enough. I didn't want to abuse their kindness, even if I wasn't sure how I'd feel being alone again after all that happened.

"You've both done so much for me and I really appreciate it, but I think it's best if I go home. I mean, what if you get tired of me? That's a risk I'm not willing to take."

"I could never tire of you." He insisted. "In fact, I . . . "

"You what?" I asked, looking into those dark pools of his with question.

He looked away before looking back, seeming nervous and uncertain. "I don't want you to go. You could move in . . . here, with me and Itachi. We could expand the house and I know he wouldn't mind."

I smiled then, unable to believe he would go that far. "Expand the house?" I giggled. "That's a little too extreme. Don't you think?"

"Whatever it takes." He smiled. "I don't think I can sleep soundly without you by my side."

"I feel the same." I admitted in a whisper. But moving in… even though I was staying with him now. That was a huge step. "The offer is very tempting. I don't know how I'd go without you, even for a night. But, I'm sure Itachi wouldn't want me here full time."

For now, I'd been here temporarily because I was afraid. But looking forward, after being with Sasuke for so long… I really wasn't sure if I could leave him.

"As if I care what he wants." Sasuke teased. "He already sees you as part of family, I know he'd welcome you."

"You really think so? And… you really want that?" I asked with a smile.

"Hn." He leaned in to kiss my forehead then and I snuggled closer to him.

"Okay… If Itachi agrees. But, we're totally not expanding the house. I don't have much besides my clothes. I can take my books and stuff like that back to my parents house. Oh, no…" I pulled away from him then, sitting up in bed with a panic. "That means I'll actually have to tell my parents and crap! They're totally going to know we're having sex!"

I held my cheeks, screaming on the inside. How the heck was I supposed to go about telling them I was going to live with Sasuke? No… No… I'm a grown woman now. I make my own decisions. It doesn't matter what they think. Crap… No… doesn't matter. It will be okay. Gah! I was too conflicted to even think about it anymore.

"Sakura . . . " Sasuke started but cut himself off with his chuckling. "I'm your boyfriend. Of course we're having sex."

"Sasuke! You're my first boyfriend! My parents know I was definitely a virgin before I met you… Don't you understand!" I started shaking him as he continued to lay on his side, facing me. "My mother will never let me live this down. And if my dad ever found out…" My entire body turned bright red then. "No. There's no way I'm telling them."

"I was a virgin too." He admitted, the tips of his ears beginning to redden. "You don't have to tell them now, but I don't want to hide it forever. I'm not letting you go, Sakura Haruno."

Oh my… "Sasuke…" I shimmied back into his arms, burying my face in his chest. "I love you so much. I don't ever want you to let me go. Even if it means dealing with my humiliating parents. No matter what it takes. I want to stay."

"I love you too, kitten." He said and tightened his hold on me.

I laughed then, knowing full well I would never lose that nickname. I didn't mind though, at all… as long as he wouldn't call me that in front of anyone else, then I'd just be embarrassed. Sighing against him, I finally allowed my eyes to close. The day had been long and I was probably going to be moving in with Sasuke for good. It was so hard to believe but I was beyond happy about it.


A/N:

Yay, we're back!

This chapter was longer thankfully and we hope you enjoyed.

There was a mistake on my part last chapter. There was a short scene that was left out and so we went back and added it in. It wasn't much, but if you'd like to read it over it is there now. Lol. Sorry!

So, no questions this go around but we're always looking forward to any you may have.

Fun Fact: When Itachi whispered to Sasuke he said, "At least this time you kept your shirt on."

Hahaha.

Til next time...

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