Chapter 10:
It had been three days since Sasuke had killed that man. She still couldn't understand why Sasuke had to kill that man. She had a plan on dealing with the thief, she would have just knocked him out in the end and tie him to a random tree and let him get out on his own.
Nothing out of the entire encounter deserved death. He was only genin level strong, it wasn't like the man would be able to do any real damage to her person. Kira had gotten in worse fights in the past week! Not to mention Sasuke has made it very obvious that he was excited for our little Suna adventure to be complete.
It would be another two days before they reach the gates. Three if they encountered some bad sand storms. Sasuke wasn't chatty but then again he never was. He was always the strong silent type back when they were younger. He listened well when she would talk about her books and would put his own input every now and then he was usually quiet.
Sasuke also made it a point to hold her left hand as they walked. Kira didn't mind the hand holding as much, it was when he tried to be a bit more intimate at night that she wanted to roll away. Since Sasuke was such a light sleeper he didn't bother keeping watch over their small camps. His weapons were usually on him so if anyone tried to sneak attack them in the middle of the night, Sasuke would already be awake and ready.
But when it came to sleeping Sasuke would always make it that Kira had to be touching him in some way shape or form. For example she had to either sleep on his chest, have a tight hold around her waist if she were to sleep on her side, or just hold her left hand, or all three at once. And when they were alone, officially alone according to Sasuke, Kira wasn't allowed to wear her mask.
Sasuke stated that her mask was unnecessary when it was just him. While he was right and he had seen her face multiple times when they were younger it was the principle of the matter! Sasuke demanding that she not be able to wear her damn mask because he didn't like it! Kira knew why he didn't like the mask. It was because he couldn't kiss her whenever he wanted to. It was annoying when he tried to kiss her.
Yes, back at Orochimaru's base she would endure his assault on her lips but that was only because she didn't want to cause suspicion. Are you sure it's not because you've caught feelings for the boy?
Sasuke heard Kira's low growl and felt her hand clench around his own. He wasn't sure what the reasoning for her angered growl was for. "I don't have feelings for Sasuke! I love Gaara, I've always loved Gaara." She snapped back at her demon annoyed that she would even begin to like Sasuke as more than a friend. "He's so annoying! And controlling. Not to mention he doesn't talk or…"
Gaara did not talk as much either. He said he enjoyed listening to you rant or talk so adamantly about your life.
That was true, Gaara and Sasuke did talk the same amount while they were with her but thats where the similarities ended! Don't be so sure of that. Kaida warned. Both Sasuke and Gaara are more similar than you think. They both are smart regarding battle. Strong, both are more than capable in protecting a village. The two both have a tragic past. Gaara was shunned from his village while also having several assination attempts on his life until only recently, while Sasuke lost his entire clan. Being the sole survivor from Itachi's attack on the Uchiha clan.
Kira's face drained of color. She was right, both Sasuke and Gaara were very similar to one another. She couldn't believe she never thought of that before. 'But…'
Face it Kira, you are starting to develop feelings for Sasuke. While I do not enjoy having him constantly touch us I can see you are growing stronger feelings towards him. Of course there is also a large portion of fear as well mixing with your desire to help the boy. Both feelings mixing together could be the cause of your developed crush.
Kira's face burned brightly under her mask. She couldn't believe it. Kaida was insinuating that she had developed feelings towards Sasuke more than friendship! God, how could she like Sasuke more than a friend?
Sure he was attractive. He was always attractive when they were younger, going so far as to have an army of fangirls at the ready. It didn't help that now that they were older that he grew even more attractive, what with his soft black hair that framed his face nicely, his body was so well toned that it could make anyone weak to their knees.
And he had those eyes that would just stare at you from across the room. Watching you. Studying you. Making you feel like you were the only person in the room worth giving his time to. Kira could see how that could make any girl go weak to their knees. He also had this 'I don't care' attitude on almost all the time but if she ever showed her worry towards him his eyes would soften up and give you the most amazing small smile.
Not to mention that his touch was so soft that he was afraid to hurt you. Realization hit Kira like a ton of bricks. Her crimson red eyes shot wide open as she stared at the dirt road before her 'Oh my god I might have a thing for Sasuke.'
Told you.
She couldn't believe it. She might actually be developing a crush on Sasuke?! Sasuke Uchiha! This couldn't be happening, she never liked Sasuke before now so what changed? Kira knew he liked her, well love, but she couldn't understand it.
How could Sasuke still love her? And how could she just now start liking him back. When has she even started liking him? It probably wasn't too long ano or maybe Kaida has been fucking with her. That had to be it. She probably started spouting off things that Sasuke did that reminded her of Gaara, and since Kira loved Gaara so much she might be trying to give her a headache.
But she couldn't like Sasuke. Sasuke and her weren't the type to be together, they were just supposed to be friends! But...Kira frowned, bringing her right hand to her chin thinking about all the nice things he's done for her.
He made sure Orochimaru kept his distance from her, he went out of his way to get her a new book to read once a week. Sasuke made sure to help replace her new arm with an even better one. And while he did make her uncomfortable at times he was respecting her wishes and waiting for her to end her relationship with Gaara before trying anything too serious.
Blushing a bright red Kira just now noticed that his thumb was tracing over the Uchiha crest carved on top of her left hand, the one he caused. "Why did you carve that in my hand?" She asked not bothering to look up from the ground. She was so very thankful that he couldn't see her face right now.
"I figured, even in death you were worthy of being an Uchiha." he shrugged, squeezing her hand as they walked. Kira nodded her head looking up to chance a glance at the male but quickly looked away when he caught her glance.
Sasuke and Kira stood outside the gates of Suna. She felt her heart ache at what was going to happen. "Come on," he tugged her arm through the gates of Suna. Already the guards took notice of the gray haired girl, one even instantly recognizing the girl by sight alone.
"Lady Kira!" One of the guards greeted jumping from his post to rush to the girls side. He was almost as tall as Sauke with tan skin and a deep scar running across his nose. The man gave the two teens a warm smile. Upon hearing the man address her as Lady, Kira dropped Sasuke's hand keeping it at her side.
Sasuke wasn't pleased with the lack of touch but let it slide for now. She would officially be his before the days end. As soon as they left this god forsaken village he'd have his way with her.
Kira watched as the man before her bowed deeply, she wasn't sure how to respond to this. No one had ever really bowed to her. Not even in thanks after her missions. The guard's companion stared just as confused as Sasuke felt.
When the first guard stood back up he grasped the girls hands in his much larger one. Sasuke felt his anger start to boil. How dare this bastard touch his precious Kira. He didn't even have the right to gaze upon her! "Lady Kira, it is truly an honor you've returned. I know this is a lot to ask but would you be willing to take a look at my son?"
Kira blinked confused, what was going on? "He has been ill for the past few months."
"No." Sasuke growled making his presence known. Kira looked up at her companion and noticed the murderous aura radiating off him in waves. "Uh…" shaking her head she faced the man again "What's wrong with your son?"
The man let his shoulders relax, glad to know that she would at least hear him out. "My Junpei...he had went out on his first mission and was attacked. The doctors are doing what they can but are unable to do much. Would you please take a look at him?"
"Roku don't bother the girl with your family problems. The doctors are doing what they can for Junpei." the other guard shook his head at his comrade. "But Jin, this is Lady Kira! She has trained under the great Tsunade! If anyone could help it must be her."
Nodding her head Kira smiled to herself. "I can't promise anything but I will take a look. Could one of you please call Gaara and let him know I'm here and to meet me at the hospital?"
"Of course!"
"Kira." Sasuke growled his hands twitching at his side. She sent her wild crimson eyes on him, her own glare that could send grown men running. "Do you have a problem?"
"I do." he snapped giving her his own glare in retaliation "Then piss the fuck off." she turned her head back to Roku. "Could you please lead the way?" Roku nodded, leading Kira off towards the hospital while Jin called the main office alerting Gaara of her arrival.
Sasuke let out a scoff rolling his eyes annoyed at this. Why was she wasting her time on these people? He knew she had a soft spot for kids, she always had when they were younger. Sasuke walked behind the two at a slower pace, it wasn't like he was going to leave the girl of his dreams in the hands of some Suna guard! Like hell he would actually let the bastard be alone with her.
The hospital was like every other hospital he's been too. It was cold, bright white walls, nurses bustling all around him to get to one patient or into surgery. Nothing new, nothing spectacular. Getting to the child's room Sasuke saw her crouched down to the boy's level. He was unconscious.
The child looked to be no older than twelve years old, dark tan skin like his fathers, wires and tubes dressed his body. Over his left eye the boy had tight gauze wrappings blocking eyes from view of the mangled mess. Reaching over he watched Kira's eyes zoom across the boy's chart, her right hand clenching tightly.
"Poor little guy." she muttered, brushing her fingers through the boy's hair. Sasuke watched as a light blue glow emitted from the girl's hands. Hovering over the boys head. "Can you get me some water?" Roku didn't even hesitate. He rushed out of the room.
"If you're going to be in the room go grab me some fresh gauze." Sasuke let out a 'hn' but did as asked. The father returned with a half bowl filled with water, the other half seemed to be in his clothes. "Thank you, now please don't touch anything else until I say so."
Both males watched as she started to pull large black goops from the boys head. The boy shook in his sleep. Sasuke stood amazed watching her work so effectively. She was incredible. "Look at my future daughter in law." Sasuke heard his mother exclaim excitedly. He could practically feel her arms wrap around his chest from behind. "She's truly something else."
Sasuke couldn't take his eyes off her, she almost had an angelic glow around her. Perspiration started to form along her brow, what looked like nothing was practically draining. The boy had a large blockage in his brain. Sasuke rolled his eyes at the man beside him. He was shaking and sobbing quietly as he stood and did nothing.
When she backed away she had a bowl of black liquid. She looked a little worn for wear but other than that she looked perfect as always.
"He should be okay now. Just give him a few days to rest and he should be awake." The man beside him started to full on sob, bowing his entire body towards her thanking her profusely. Sasuke could see she was smiling through her eyes as they left the two in the hospital room.
"You didn't have to heal the kid." he felt a harsh smack to his shoulder, he knew she was about to snap at him. "But you wouldn't be you if you didn't help a kid in need." wrapping an arm around her waist they walked through the hospital till the front desk.
Kira's eyes widen when she notices that mop of red hair. Her entire body was stiff as she forced herself not to launch into his arms, rip her mask down, and kiss the daylights out of him. Every time she saw him she felt her entire heart stutter to life.
"Gaara."
Okay I'm mean. I'm gonna leave this as a cliffhanger for now. I'll try to have the next chapter up by next week. Kind of stressed over life but this story and writing helps.