Days 52

"Three months passed by so fast, as Layla and Kiryuu returned to their country. Layla that just arrived last night was now spacing out at the yard the time she must get married has come ..

The palace is so busy doing preparations for her also Koyuki nee sama, Layla rarely sees her around the castle. Kiryuu was nowhere to be found too.. Not Layla cares at all.

"Layla nee chan, nee..

Her little hands keep tugging Layla yukata to make that woman awoke from being zoned out .. " I'm sorry, did you say something?.. Layla gave the little girl a smile..

I said!!, Im hun-.

"Layla sama, Koyuki jou sama requested you to be in her chamber right now..

Miki chan words were cut off by suddenly appearing Mei mei,..

I'm sorry Miki chan , it looks like I have to go " Layla patted her head gently, who already pouted …''Mei mei, keep Miki company like she is hungry tell the kitchen staff to prepare snacks for Miki .. " Layla says to Mei mei before leaving them.

Sitting silently while watching Koyuki preparing the tea in the Koyuki room just two of them.. Waiting patience just cicada noise filled that silent room.

"Are you happy? Layla.. Her sudden question breaking the tense between them, "I was, Koyuki nee sama" Layla replied as she etched a smile on her face. Maybe because my marriage just around the corner it makes me nervous

Layla then put her hand on top of Koyuki's hand, "I will be happy, and it's all because of you.. Thanks for everything. I really appreciate it.. " Layla expresses her true feelings..

While Koyuki shed tears , she couldn't hold her worries and sadness while thinking how Layla will go far away from her now .. " And thank you for being my sister.. I love you.. Koyuki embraced Layla lovingly.

Breaking the hug, Layla smiles at Koyuki… " There is no need to cry, I am afraid I will have swollen eyes on the day of my wedding.. "Layla teased the women while laughing together .

The reason why I tell come here is this, "

Two of the Koyuki attendees came inside while showing the beautiful kimono. It was so beautiful that Layla couldn't takes off her eyes from it.. " Do you like it?..

Layla quickly nodded , Koyuki happy to see Layla amazed by the present she gave her .. Take Layla's hand and hold it gently to make Layla pay attention back to her , "I'm sure you'll be happy ..

I will, Nee sama.. " Layla replied without an ounce of hesitation.. Although she is not sure now, she knows Koyuki made the right decision and it's her duty to follow.

"Falling into deep slumber, Layla found herself looking at her child state playing across the snow.. With an honest smile and cheerful laughter Layla kid seems doesn't in reality..Then she averted her gaze unto two adults that were looking at her playing.. It was her late parents..They loved Layla more than anything because they risked their lives to protect her that night.. But because of her they die. Layla couldn't even have a time to say for the last time that she loves them very much and tell them to not worry about her.

'Come, follow me to home'.. As the kind hime reached her hand to Layla..Following her heart, Layla took the hand and became a noble..

What the heck?!!... Layla gasped and couldn't believe what she just see, .Jumping up from the bed, She looked at her surroundings , it can't be!! .

Why is she inside her room?! A familiar bedroom, turned her head at the window and she was flustered to see a dessert!

"Layla sama?, are you awake?..

Tilting her head towards the door, It was Maki's voice behind it .. It can't be , " Layla keeps denying the possibility..

I'm coming in " ..

Got scared when she sees the door being opened ,Layla backs off to the wall ..after a few seconds , Maki with Kiryuu standing side to side looking at her,.

Layl-..

Why am I here?!!.. She shouted at them and made two of them flinch.

Layla," Calm down.. "

When Kiryuu tries to get closer to Layla , She began panicking around

Layla..

Searching for a way out, Hurriedly Layla slipped between the Kiryuu and Maki, Running all her might inside the Kazekage mansion, climbing down the stairs ignoring the voice that was calling out for her.

This must be a dream!, yes!If I close my eyes everything will be back to normal.. "

Unfortunately Layla lost her footing balance when she shut her eyes close.

'Where do you think you're going?..

Standing in front of her now while in his embrace their faces were so close, those deep dark turquoise eyes gaze into her amber eyes, their breath so synchronized make the time seem stopped for a seconds.. His heartbeat sounds like it's gonna burst anytime soon.. "Brushing his cheeks at her, his mouth closer to ear.. "What I was saying, I will bring you back, Did I?..

She could feel he was being ridiculous at her. Quickly she got back to reality and pushed him away, " What is the meaning of this?!!.. She asked him furiously. There is not an ounce of softness in her face right now.

"Maki, bring Layla back to the room . She needs a rest after a long journey.. Gaara ignores her instead answering.

Turning her head, Maki already caught her as Kiryuu stayed silent beside Gaara.

Gaara!, Kiryuu!, . She shouted at their name as Maki pulled her back upstairs..

After Layla not in their sights, " Wouldn't hurt you if you just explain to her?! …… Kiryuu questions Gaara's actions.

Unbuttoning his suit, Gaara feels so hot his breathing feels so heavy it seems he forgot how to breathe again, " Watching Gaara being different ' Hey, are you okay?..

Put his hand on his mouth to hide the smirk, " I'm okay " .. Gaara simply replied.. " Her beauty takes breath Gaara away.

Flashback..

",The groom requested that the wedding be held in his village, and I already agreed..

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Then, would you go with me Nee sama?, "Layla glanced up to Koyuki.Unfortunately, as I wanted to, The village seemed to have a problem.. " She explained as Layla nodded.. " But Kiryuu will accompany you there.. She added..Without saying anything anymore, Just a smile Layla could give to Koyuki right now..

That night she couldn't even sleep a wink, asking herself what the person her husband will be.. Is he a loving or workaholic?, is He "handsome or ugly".. " Older or younger than her"?..

Remember back, Layla never had a curiosity to ask what kind her husband liked nor wanted to look at his picture ..

To her, the first meeting will give a better impression than looking at the images..

Wearing the kimono Koyuki nee sama gave her yesterday, her short hair just let loose blowing by the wind, Natural look and pinkish lips , She only brought a few things with her

She couldn't even hold her tears when saw Miki crying begging her to not leave, Layla quickly calming the little girl gave a kiss on her forehead begging her not to cry.. Layla promised to go back to see her while Koyuki's eyes swarmed with tears watching two of her precious family crying..

Layla got up, looking at Koyuki she gave her a bow as Koyuki hug her sobbing as her never stop saying " You'll be happy"

Layla sama, The ship will depart soon.. The servants came to interrupt them.

,This is a goodbye, " Miki don't be naughty, don't make things hard for mom or Mei mei. If I had time I would surely visit you again.. " She said to sobbing Miki. Her face was so red " I will wait" .. The girl replied between her sobbing.I love you guys , " She says..

The ships departed slowly leaving the village, as far the ship goes the snow country looks so small.. " Did you miss them already? ' Kiryu's voice echoed..Wipe her tears away, " Of course I am, they'll was my precious family.. " She muttered .. As of now, She is leaving the nest where she has been living .

The journey was awfully long, after departing by the ships and spending three days on the sea they finally landed. But take a break by renting an inn for a night and tomorrow they resume their journey by carriage ..She didn't know where they headed but, She got back pain from sitting too long in this cramped carriage..As for Kiryuu, he was so stiff and overly serious with his task. It 's not like they were out to go to the wars isn't it?

I guess being ignorant was a sin, huh?..Her thoughts flew aways, until she fell asleep after tiring herself crying all night long thinking back home.. She used to leave home but this time was different ..

Layla we're arrived,

As Kiryuu opened the door, He found Layla was fast asleep on her traditional garments. " Uhm, A feminine voice echoed in his ears.

His conscience reacted to the voice he knew, " Maki!!, He greeted me happily.

Welcome, Kiryuu.. She greeted me back..

Gaara sama, told to fetch Layla sama? Is she inside ? As Maki glancing inside the carriage she smiled looking at Layla. Maki misses her so much..

Scratch the back of his head, " As you can see, Layla is fast asleep.. The blue haired boy explained.Could you carry her to the room..? ..

Slipped his hand to back of her knees and her back, Gently Kiryuu carry her to inside the Gaara house according Maki after climbing up the stairs Layla room can found in left corner, Push the door by his back Kiryuu them placed Layla on the bed after tucking her in Kiryuu left the room..Do you want tea? Maki asked Kiryuu from the kitchen..

Set the bag down, " Yeah, " He says. As his eyes explore the mansion. Maki brought the tea for him ."Doesn't the Kazekage have a housekeeper? Where is she.. " Taking a sip of the tea before his gaze fell to Maki once more.Oh, Maki's face turned dulled.. 'Gaara sama, already fired her.. She says while averting her eyes down to the floor.

Noticing how uncomfortable Maki is talking about the issues, Kiryuu just stops the conversation there while getting back to his work.

To be continued