Days 21

Waking up early in the morning really did not suit Shikamaru, In addition his wife suddenly was not found in the house and nowhere to be found.. Where his wife goes he doesn't know..

Well, actually he had a clue but was too lazy to think..

Yawning like a dope, Shikamaru grumbles at Kakashi for summoning him so early.. Even though today was his only day off within four months,

SHI-KA-MARUUUUUUU!!!..

Huh?!.. Looking at Naruto distressed… Shikamaru wondered how his friend got so much energy this early. "

What's up Naruto, Shikamaru greeted the yellow haired man..

Did Kakashi sensei call you too? He says between his breaths.

Close his mouth while yawning again, Shikamaru thinks this is gonna be a pain in the ass " .

Dragging his lazy body into the Kakashi office, Shikamaru and Naruto open the door and see Kakashi, diligent early in the morning, has already begun his work..

You came in good timing Shikamaru,. " He says to Shikamaru nicely but sends a death glare to Naruto as the yellow man breaks into sweat.

Go-good morning ,Kakashi teacher hokage sama "..Naruto

There is no use playing nice , Naruto san" Kakashi biased.

Frowning at Kakashi sharp comments ,Naruto looking dejected .. Kakashi suddenly sighed, " You must keep your promise Naruto, a hokage, began their days so early than other people and worked diligently.. .

I understand, Kakashi sensei.. " ..

Looking at Shikamaru , " As you know, Gaara

Naruto gets excited when Gaara names are mentioned…

..stay in konoha for five village meetings.. I need you in his need because this time he wasn't bringing his bodyguard but instead..

Shikamaru and Naruto are anticipating what Kakashi will say. " Instead he brought his fiance..

FIANCE!!!.. Shikamaru and Naruto yelled in unison..

Putting his left hand on his head, Kakashi already guessed that would be their reaction when heard that. Actually he was like that as well when last night Gaara came and told him the news... " I know you were surprised, then I"ve left it to Shikamaru since your wife was Kazekage sama's older sister..

Nee, Kakashi Sensei, can I go meet Gaara right now?.. "..

Slapping his own face, His heart bursting with rage.. " Meet Iruka at the academy and study until you finish four books.. Until then you can't leave and if you try to leave I will add you studied..

Putting his hand on Naruto's shoulder as his friend gasped and shocked until his brain stopped ,Shikamaru also sympathy for him.. " Study hard Naruto " Shikamaru adds water in oil before leaving Naruto.

That is not fair,.. Dattebayo " His scream could be heard from miles away.. Chuckling at his friend's agony, Shikamaru walks back to his house and welcomes Gaara and his fiancee.

That's all been concluded for today's meetings, I've thank you all for hard work.. " .. Kakashi spoke to all the kage that were invited to Konoha village.

Uhm!.. Finally it was over.. My muscles were stiffened because I was sitting too long.. " Raikage took a long sighed and began to leave first before the other kage and followed by Tsuchikage.

Hokage Dono, I've been wondering for days now… Why do people in this village seem busy and seem to be preparing for something? .. Mei asked the copy ninja while Gaara who heard it suddenly get curious too.

Oh .. Roll his eyes and wonder where he should start explaining .. " Uhm… the thing is..

We are having a festival.. Fireworks festival and the villagers gave their idea to build it up the food stalls. So if you guys are interested you should join as well.. The more is merrier isn't it?..

Mei's eyes were sparkling brightly when heard Kakashi explain without wasting any time. Mei and her bodyguard walked out from the meeting room ..

It's time for me to find the ones, don't you agree chojuro " Mei loud voice can still be heard from the room..Ha-.. Hai Mizukage sama, " Chojuro kindly replied.

" Hope you can stay until the festival is finished. It 's best if you enjoy it with your fiance to make your love even stronger..

Yes, I will " . Gaara responded quickly without any hesitation. "I'm looking forward to enjoying the festival..

Luckily it's still early.. He has a promise to Naruto and Hinata to go to their house and bring Layla along but he is worried if Naruto will talk nonsense about Gaara telling everyone that she was his fiance..

Speaking of Layla, she really enjoyed herself here. Even though sometimes Gaara felt lonely when she always kept missing shopping or hanging out with Temari, He wasn't meant to be that way but Gaara already got used to her presence and when he didn't not by her side it felt something missing.

And the most important thing was , the promise he gave to her to let her go after he got engaged he wondered if he really will let her go he was afraid he had to break the promise.

Clutching his chest , His chest feels so hurt when imagine what will happen . He can't be sure If he can control himself if he loses her.

''..I'm sure you will regret your decision Gaara.. '

Feeling defeated by Kankuro, Gaara admitted his decision that day was too rushed . And if he can turn back he will not accept it '..

Layla.. the woman that succeeded etched her name inside of him and made him head over heels towards her.

Gaara!!...

Why your always appeared when I was thinking of you , that why I was madly in love with you Layla.'' Her brown long haired fluttering within the wind as she looked at him .

Touch his forehead where the word "Love" was etched when he was younger . 'Yashamaru, I think I'd found my own medicine '..

What are you whispering to yourself Gaara'.. Layla said and walked closer to him.. Tilting her head closer to him without her even knowing that Gaara's heartbeat was getting faster.. Come on, We're gonna be late, aren't we?..

She was reaching his hand and holding it tight and pulling her to come as Gaara was bewitching by her and just followed her where she went.. holding her hand back Gaara seemed doesn't want her hand to let go of him.

To Be contiued