Day 47..

Layla silently gazes at the eternal snow falling down to ground, the tea already lukewarm wearing a high quality traditional kimono smooth like silk, showing that she wasn't a commoner.

" Layla sama, Koyuki jou sama requests your presence in her tea room.

Turning her head to behind Layla watching Mei mei standing while smiling at her, " Thank you Mei mei.. " Layla's smile towards her makes the girl happy.

Walking to the tea room was far from her room, Layla took a long path because she wanted to stroll inside the castle a little bit.

Are you okay Layla sama?.. Mei mei suddenly asked, Layla awoke from her deep thoughts.. " Of course. ' She replied simply ,but inside her heart was full of guilt towards Gaara.

I'm here, Koyuki nee sama.. " Layla politely greeted Koyuki.

Come inside Layla , Koyuki points on the empty cushion across her.

Bend her right knees and the other one, Layla sat in seiza and put both her hands on top of her lap..

(ath: if you want to know what is seiza search on Google)..

Layla was just silently waiting for Koyuki to brew the green tea. Koyuki nee sama was a woman full of history. She was the direct heir from the late lord of this country but because her uncle started the revolution Koyuki nee sama ran away from the village and started a new career as an actress.

But with the help of Konoha shinobi she took her throne back..

And because of her, Layla could live like royalty after her real parents died. Koyuki accepted her too, became part of her family and even gave her a title of a hime like her daughter.

Is there something bothering you?.. Koyuki asked while serving her tea when she finished the brew.

Reached the tea by her right hand, " there nothing. ' Layla replied and took a sip.. Koyuki chuckled " you think I just met you yesterday?..

It's nothing, really it's just there is a big difference in weather between Sunagakure and Snow country so maybe i'm just feeling little blues' Layla shrugging off..

Why do you even go to a place like that, it is not good for your health ..

Layla could smile at Koyuki words, she too wondered why that time she was so excited to go to Sunagakure.

Layla one chama…

A little girl suddenly barged inside the tea room, surprising Layla and Koyuki.. " Miki chan. " Layla hugs her precious nephew.

One chama, let's go play.. 'The little girl is tugging on Layla 's clothes. "Miki!! How many times have I told you it is not good manners to interrupt the elders speaking.

Miki was on the verge of crying when Koyuki got angry at her, ". Koyuki nee sama, can I play with Miki?" Layla smiles at Miki while patting her head.

A heavy sigh comes out from Koyuki, " You spoiled her too much..

Remember don't make trouble for Layla.. Her mother remind.. "Okay I won't.. Miki replied cheerfully with her hand holding Layla's clothes.

Miki and Layla exit the room and go to the yard.

I hope you are not angry at me, Gaara.. And I wish you happiness..

Smack!!..

Ouch! Layla whined as someone smacked her forehead " What that for Kiryuu.. She patted her forehead softly…. That's what you get when you are always dozing out..

I am not!! Layla tries to deny it but Kiryuu knows..

Taking a seat beside her, they look at Miki chan who is energetic playing on the snow.. 'As always this village is so peaceful unlike Sunagakure.. Layla unconsciously spoke about Gaara village.

Tch!, why do you compare our beautiful village with that rambunctious village!? . Kiryuu raised his voice until Layla was taken aback…

Realizing he was rough on her, Kiryuu apologized but as usual Layla just smiled and said it was okay.. Kiryui sighed, " You're home not there Layla just forget them it was best for you..

I am not a kid anymore, I know how to manage my own life.. Thanks for the advice though Kiryuu , Layla says softly but her heart was angry at him.

..

The snow country throws a welcome party for Layla after a long time she hasn't been back. She will spend some time outside the castle with the villagers and of course Kiryuu will be her bodyguard while she is outside.

Dancing, drinking and playing some of their traditional games.. Layla is having a good time playing with some kids, as Kiryuu is just standing watching over her. Kiryuu knew Layla was angry at her because yesterday but he hoped she would understand why he did that.

(Layla pov)..

Walking alone across the street while the snow covered her foot ,Layla found peace alone.. After successfully diverting Kiryu's attention Layla quickly excused herself and retreated back to the castle.

Layla is uncomfortable being guarded by Kiryuu 24 hours all day long and it weighs her down..

" What would Gaara do right now?.. She let out her thoughts aloud.

.Do you really want to know?" .. A voice suddenly replied.Scaring Layla.. Watching her surroundings Layla noticed there was a person covered by a clock head to toes. The tattoo on his forehead is slightly revealing.

"Ga.. ara?.. Her expression hardened when the person beneath the cloak was Gaara.. " Hurriedly she ran towards him but stopped when she was in front of him.

Take off his hood, " It's good to see you well sweetie. " Without wasting any time Gaara hugs her dearly as Layla hugs him back.. I miss you sweetie so much until I felt like dying!!. He says closely to her ear.

Her vision started blurry as tears welled up on her eyes, Layla felt like crying but she held back her emotions she missed him too.. "

Falling back on his body, He wants to see her face as much as he wants to, caress her cheeks Gaara still couldn't believe this is true. "

How,.. do you know I'm.

Just wait for a little bit, I will take you back.. " Gaara kissed her forehead and disappeared, leaving Layla alone again.

Layla sama!!!,

Kiryuu called her name as running all his might searching for Layla.. But when he saw Layla standing still Kiryuu took a breath of relief. "What the hell is she doing out here?..

..to be continued.