Final chapter = PART 2/2..

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(yawm mn… )

What a great sleep ,tears fell at the side of her eyes. Layla couldn't wait for this party to end because she wanted to continue her sleep later.. "Are you okay sweetie?.. ' His finger gently wiped the tears on her side..

Surprised by his behavior, " Yeah, I'm just sleepy " She says while still doesn't looking Gaara in his eyes.. " She was so surprised when as soon as she woke up Gaara too was sleeping beside her in the open hall a minute ago. She was so shy when people paid attention to them earlier.

Watching the kind of food in front of her she sure famished , for the final they gather in the great hall and have dinner together.. Looking at the elders and nobles it sure was too sti for her to join in this occasion " sweetie, do you hear me?.. Gaara lowered his face . Hmm? " , turned her face to the right , her eyes widened when her face was too close to Gaara.. "Wh.. " By the reflex she quickly backs o but she accidentally bumps to the table as the soup is still hot.

Be careful, " Gaara hurriedly shields her while the hot soup fell on his bare skin instead of her.. Layla was deadpanned at him

The people including Koyuki stopped talking when they heard the commotion between the two of them " .. " Are you okay Kazekage dono? One of the elders asked when saw a red burn on his arm. Layla paled as the color drained out from her face, " no, .. No,! .. " She carefully held Gaara's arm and looked at the burnt. " is.. this is all my fault. " tears ran down to her cheeks she felt so guilty..

No, this is not your fault sweetie look I'm okay " He stretched out his arm to make her not feel guilty.. So don't cry " He wipes her tears away with his other hand..

Layla just nodded while keeping face down, She calmed a little bit.

" Although it was a light burn you must get first aid, " Koyuki interrupted, " Mei mei could take care of Kazekage burn..

Koyuki it was fi-..

Let me treat Gaara. Koyuki nee sama," Layla cut Gaara words as she stood up and pulled Gaara to follow her ..

Sweetie, where are we going?.. ' He asked as he tried to hide his smile. " Our room!I'm gonna treat your arm.. " .

Hmm, well if that's what you want I can't say no " .. He hides his excitement by showing it cool but inside Gaara is so happy.. " Watching how Layla worried about him earlier although they were in the midst of fighting she really cared about him..

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Hurriedly Layla opens the first aid box, " But first she's gonna wet the towel with the cold water, " Is it cold enough? " .. She asked while her face was wrinkled.. " Yes, It is cold sweetie.. " He says affection to her.. " You should rest, don't worry about me " His hand touched her face gently..

Meet his gaze, tears that filled up her eyes " Why can't I do it right?! You must hate me right! , " She says under her breath..

Reaching out his hand to her face to lift it up Gaara crashes his lips to her, Her eyes widened because she is shocked she tries to break the kiss but gaara hand secure their distance and start to deepen the kiss.. Slowly she shut her eyes and kissed Gaara back..

The kiss slowly turned to passion when Gaara snarled his tongue inside her, exploring her taste more.

You should be confident in yourself. We have already been married for two years now " He spoke after breaking the kiss, "and why do you say like that of course I don't hate you " .. Gaara added.

Really?.. But about the heir?

I would be lying if I told you I'd been okay but the important thing to me is you, I can't bear to see you sick just because of the treatment.. ' He grabbed both her hands and held them tightly while meeting her eyes.. " If you ask me to sacrifice my child or you I wouldn't not hesitate to choose my child, Layla,.. ".. Wipe the tears on her face but the tears keep falling down, her chin trembling fought back her crying,.. Hick! Hick.. It's all my fault.. " She says between sobbing..

Hush, don't cry" ..

There was something so warm, something that felt right, smelt right. She let her body relax, her muscles became loose, the uncontrollable crying earlier had now dried up on his arms .. His warmth hand patted her back gently like telling her to calm down and he was here.

" Let me bear that sin. If there is anyone to blame, blame me because of my selfishness. " Gaara whispered softly. " So please stop blaming yourself and compare yourself with other women. I love you not them..

What am I supposed to say if you said like that " .. She muttered under his embrace.. His face brightened as Layla stopped crying " , There are many things you should say like " I love you " .. Welcome back when I got back to home " .. That would make my day Layla..

His warm voice echoed in her ears and made Layla fall asleep in his embrace..

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So you and Gaara will be back tomorrow?.. Yes, We can't stay any longer Gaara got many jobs back in sunagakure.. ' Layla explained after taking a sip from the cup..

Miki's face saddened when heard the conversation between her mother and Layla " Layla nee? ".. Hmm? Is something wrong, Miki chan? " .. Layla looks at her niece. Is it possible I will go with you? ..

Koyuki and Layla startled at her, " Miki, what are you thinking?!!.. Koyuki flustered while Layla was still shocked. " Mother!

What all this commotion? " Gaara appeared because he could hear Miki's voice from far away. Miki wants to ask if she can stay in Sunagakure for a few days. " Layla tells Gaara.. Hmm, " Gaara put both his hands on Layla's shoulder " .. My home is always open for you but isn't that even a good idea? ." Gaara said while Layla nodded in agreement with him. Miki pouting her mouth " Please mother let me tag along?..

Of course you know it is impossible Miki, You have to learn more to be the next lord and about your safety you've never stepped foot outside the castle before" . Koyuki expresses her concerns to her daughter.

You mother is right, Unlike Snow country, Sunagakure is a little bit rough for you to handle Miki chan.. " Layla added.. " Besides, your mother is gonna be lonely all by herself here. Miki I know how you felt but listen to your mother? .. Gaara says in a gentle tone. You guys are the same!, " Get up on her feet Miki stomping her feet while walking out the room.

A long sigh escaped from Koyuki's mouth, " I've never seen her being this rebellious before. Take Koyuki's hand and hold it " I once too like that so don't be mad at her Koyuki nee sama?.. You really spoiled her too much Layla.. "Koyuki smiles at her adopted sister..

And I too thank the hospitality here Koyuki sama, " .. Gaara formally says.. " Well, Gaara said yesterday that he had a great day and he wants to thank you before we leave." Layla explain " You deserve it, you really proved your worth to me with your words when you swore on the day you came here to propose to Layla ,so of course I will do the same by accepting you in our family. " .

His heart warmed by Koyuki's words , her voice sounded like a mother to him, which made him slowly open up to her.. " That's great to hear. " Layla felt so happy at his side glancing up watching him from the side she was thankful her choice was right after all.. "

Bammmm!!!!!!!...

The peaceful atmosphere changed into chaotic when suddenly an explosion near the castle gate been heard, Quickly Gaara stand up

Wh.. " .. Layla hurriedly helps Koyuki, who is shocked by the sudden explosive " .." Koyuki nee sama, Are you okay? " . Layla panicking asked..

Wh.. what is that!! Koyuki stutters..

Layla is staying here with Koyuki sama. I will go check there ". Gaara quickly prepared himself but just when he was about to leave " .. Please be careful Gaara.. " Her trembling hand is holding tightly in his sleeve while her eyes are glossy with tears that she is holding back.

Don't be afraid nothing will hurt you while I am here" .. Just stay with Koyuki sama. She is afraid and needs your company. There will be a guard to come to you guys later " .. He kissed her forehead before walking out the room.

Layla slapped her own cheeks before taking a deep breath, turning back Layla quickly hugged Koyuki, " are you okay nee sama?..

Koyuki's eyes widened when she noticed her daughter Miki all by herself" . Layla!! Miki! She was all alone..

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Miki chan!! Where are you?.. " Layla shouted her name in the hallways. Her heart sounds like it will burst in any sec she offers to look at Miki but when she arrived at her room earlier Miki was not found anywhere.

She asks Mei mei but she doesn't know either , Layla bravely takes another step around the castle. e truth is she was afraid but, ..

Let me go!!!..

Layla stops talking when she hears Miki's voice, hurriedly takes a turn in the hallway where her voice is .. " Miki chan!!!

Her eyes widened as she halted, " Az.. Azai.. sama" . " She couldn't believe her eyes. Azai was here and he was with Miki.. Layla nee chan!!! Help me Azai oji san acting weird! " . Miki shouts bring Layla to reality as she walks closer to them.

Lay.. laa" .. Azai loosen his grips on Miki's wrist as he is happy Layla is coming.. " Lay.. la I missed you.. His actions creep Layla as she tries to keep distance from him..

An unkempt appearance and a creep gazing at her scare Layla. What are you doing here Azai sama, " ..Layla starts the conversation while walking closer to Miki.

To see you of course, I want to bring you back to our home. I really missed you.. He suddenly reached out his hand to Layla to grab it.. " Let's go?

Azai sama please come to your senses I already had my husband " .. Layla beat up the sense into him..

His gaze suddenly darkened, " It seems I had to give you a lesson for disobey me! " .. Wh.. Wha" .. Miki let out loud shouted when Azai slapped her, making Layla devastated because of her Miki in danger

" Stop Azai sama!!" Layla pleaded..

This is your fault for not listening!!" .. His hand took a handful of Miki hair but quickly Layla bit Azai's hand really hard until he let go of Miki hair.

That's hurt!!, " .. Azai hand slapped Layla face very hard until leave his hand until Layla fell into the ground ,..

Layla hissed at the pain on her cheeks, a shadow in front of her looking down at Layla trembling in his sights. " Should I give more a lesson Layla, I don't fucking care about Miki and aunt Koyuki if you don't listen to what I saying I cannot guarantee their safety especially your husband.

Averted her gaze to Miki she was already crying and scared, " Please Azai sama, don't hurt them I will do anything " .. Layla begged while holding his feet.

Azai snickers, satisfied with the sights he sees, He then lowered his body and lifted Layla face to meet his eyes " I like it when you beg, Okay I will stop it but if you try anything funny there something exciting will happen to them..

Layla felt like wanting to run away but if she did that her family was in danger, " Ahaha.. aha , I w. wo.. nt do any. thing funny so, so please let Miki chan go. " Good girl " , turned his back and Azai told Miki to go away..

But Layla nee!!,

Go Miki!!Layla shouted at her as she held back her tears. " I will be fine " .. As fast as she could Miki ran o from there leaving Layla with Azai.. Ahahahahaha!!, ' A laugh comes out from his mouth while gazing down at her.. " Finally, I got you " .. Layla just kept her head down while a bit lower of her lips she was afraid to meet Azai gaze " .. Gaara?!! Where are you? I'm scared!! " She muttered under her breath as kept praying Gaara searched for her. It's time to let go of Layla, " ..

Although she hesitated, Layla took Azai's hand,

" Layla!!!,

She felt just waking from a bad dream when Gaara called her name, turned her head to behind, tears started running down her cheeks while relieved Gaara came " .. Gaa.. raa help.. me" She says tearfully.. You!! Release her at once " Gaara yelled between his breath.. Thank god Miki came telling him that Layla is in danger .. His became more angrier when he saw a red bruises on her cheek " Azai scoffed looking at Gaara he then pulled Layla closer to him " Why should I listen to you? You thief! " , Averted his gaze to Layla, " Do you know why I called him a thief Layla?. He deliberately closes their faces to make Gaara more devastating.

Enough Azai! Let her go, she's my wife, you bastard!.. Gaara took a step closer to them but stopped when Azai showed a device ".. Do you know what this is? "If you come closer again Layla will lose her family again this time.. Gaara and Layla are shocked at Azai " Don't tell me that-.

For a bomb that I planted yesterday, It was easy to sneak inside the castle while everyone was distracted. " Azai cut Gaara words.. " Then shall I continue my story?

I told you Layla do anything funny I will not hesitate to make you orphan again.. " He sweetly threatened her while wiping the tears on her face..

Sweetie! Don't hear what he said I came to resc-..

No!!!, go away! I don't need you here! " She yelled out her emotions , Don't ever come to rescue me" ..

Gaara was horrified by her sudden change .. "Hahahahaha, that's great, I know you can do it, Layla.. " Azai caresses her face while their face is just an inch away.. " You really are my muse, how can a person look beautiful like you " .. So back to my story, This man ' Azai pointed his finger at Gaara. " Used a dirty scheme to make all the suitor aunt Koyuki choose to retreat from their proposal and manipulate Koyuki to accept that why my proposal was rejected too.

I don't care about that"..

Azai startled when Layla spoke up and looked at him with her dead eyes " But can I hug Gaara before we leave, please?... Tch, be quick ", Azai is irritated to see Layla back walking at Gaara .. "

Swee.. you don't mean you gonna leave me" .. His voice shaky as he reached out his arms for her to reach.. Snarling her arms around his waist while resting her head on his chest Layla gritted her teeth. She became more emotional when Gaara hugged her back..

Layla!!!enough , come back! Or not I will blow this castle with people inside it " Azai threat while showing the device out.

No, I will not let you go" .. Gaara tightening his grips when Layla pushes him.. Looking up to see his face , " I love you always so please let me go.. " No, I definitely won't let you go! He said while holding her back.

Layla!! I count until five if you don't go to me this will be over " .. Azai became angrier..

That bastard!! Gaara cursed.. Lift one of his hands and sand starts to appear just when about to strike Azai Layla, push Gaara back, make his feet unbalanced and break o the hug as well the jutsu.

Sweetie!! Gaara regains his balance.. " I'm sorry Gaara " With a smile on her face Layla stabbed herself with the kunai , A red blood gushed out from her tainted the pure white snow to red color that probably doesn't leave the ground.

LAYLAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!! Azai screamed her name as loud as he could while the device fell into the snow.

Gaara fell to his knees and hurriedly slapped gently his wife's cheeks " Please wake up sweetie don't play with me!! " Gaara begged her but he couldn't feel her warmth any longer.

No!! Layla who told you to die" ?!!..The sand flew faster until Azai eyes could follow it as the sand smacked him until he flew, met his back with a wall and passed out.

Kazekage sama we here!!!, ..

The reinforcements came but they were already too late " Layla!! Kiryuu is shocked as he stands behind Gaara and sees Layla near death.

Ahh, how she wanted to wipe the tears from him, telling him that she was okay but she could muster any strength anymore as her vision became more blurry.. "It's too late…"

Gaara felt something snap inside him, her heartbeat slowly gone.. " You can't leave me layla!! you already promised that you will be with me forever

.. What am I supposed to do when you aren't beside me anymore!! He hugs her tightly while crying on top of his lungs praying if there is a god to make all this just a bad dream..

"You!! Go get medical nin here! And you catch Azai dono to make sure he couldn't get away and you take that device to make sure you don't push any button .. " Kiryui quickly takes action.. Hai!!! They unison said and make them work.

Gaara, let them see Layla " .. Kiryuu pulls him from Layla.. She was badly injured because of that bastard!!

Gaara calm down!!" .. Kiryuu tries to speak to him but he is too mad.

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That's for today, " Gaara says as close his meeting with the elder's.. "

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Then excuse us Gaara sama, "

Wait!!, who says you can leave?..

" The seniors froze at Gaara changes and then sat back with horrified expressions on their faces " .. Aha.. hahaa, What do you need Gaara sama" . " They ask scarcely.

Who the hell told my wife that I should remarry? ".. Gaara's voice is deeper and higher.. " And because of that person's mouth my wife has depression " .. Kankuro that sit beside Gaara took a deep sigh, " How many time he need to tell this stupid elder's..

Uhm. -. " All the elder's except Baki sweat like crazy and start nervously in their seats.. Ever since Gaara came back from Snow country he became more dangerous when his wife was involved…

Why are you guys silent? I need an answer to speak now before my patience runs out ' .. Gaara threatening..

Couldn't handle the pressure the elder's quickly get on their feet and bow at him " .. We're sorry Kazekage sama!! , we just do what is best for you!.. They instantly shut their mouth when Gaara sent a glare " .. We respect Layla sama but as a woman that married into the Kazekage clan she needs to do her duties by giving birth to own flesh and blood..

" Why should she do that? I marry her because I love her not to make her baby maker! The fuck with old rules from now on everyone can be Kazekage even their not in my line families.. "

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All the people inside the office were shocked and surprised including Kankuro and Baki .. Wa… it Ga..

From now on I declare everyone in this country can be Kazekage when they are qualified enough " .. " Kankuro was deadpanned at his brother's announcement but they couldn't do anything to oppose that and so the meeting was finally over with the seniors losing.

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Good morning Layla sama, today was good weather don't you think? " .. Maki greeted Layla as walking inside the wad room… Her eyes fixed on the scenery outside the windows " Yes, It was good weather " .. Layla replied weakly.. Layla didn't know when they went back to Sunagakure after she stabbed herself in snow country, Gaara told her that she didn't wake up for a couple days and made a decision to bring her back to Sunagakure.

The feeling when kunai inserted her body still she could feel and because of that she got a scar .. But still seeing Gaara 's reaction when she woke was priceless..

Really she was lucky to have a husband like him.. " Hurmm, I know that smile you must be thinking about Gaara sama aren't you?" .. Maki teased the woman..

Unfortunately you're right ".. Layla etched a smile.. Don't worry Gaara sama will come here any minute, " Maki says while cutting the fruit for Layla… " Really you surprised us Layla sama, the country turned upside down when heard you had an accident " Maki continued.

I'm sorry for the trouble I made " ..

Oh my, you don't have to apologize to Layla sama. It's not your fault if the bandit works, how dare he lay a hand on our beautiful Layla sama " . Maki quickly denies it by shaking both of her heads.

You are so sweet and kind, maybe that's why Kiryuu likes you. Thank you Maki chan " .. " A red flushed across her face when Layla mentioned Kiryuu , her boyfriend, " hehehe, I'm embarrassed " .. Maki says shyly

It seems you are in the middle of something important? Gaara says when suddenly appeared at Layla wad. A bright smile plastered on Layla's face " Gaara, " .

Then excuse me Layla sama, Gaara sama.. " Maki got up and put a tray of fruit on the table. " Layla sama was missing you Garaa sama you better accompany her all day.. " Maki teased both couple until make Layla blush

Gaara then saluted Maki, " Then I shall do that, " .. Layla laughed at Gaara childish " That's enough Gaara you're not a kid anymore are you done with your work? . Putting his forehead on her own Gaara felt her temperature " Good you temperature back to normal.. " I'm really okay now Gaara, " Layla shrugged o and acted pouting..

I know but I want to be sure. " Gaara touched her face gently, " I was still worried. "His voice sounds so weary.. He doesn't get any sleep for a straight week now as keep by her side.

Is Koyuki nee sama and Miki chan okay? I am afraid Azai sama will do bad to them again.. " .. She expressed her concern.

He went to custody , don't worry and Koyuki dono has sent a letter for you later. I will give it to you but for now focus on your well being okay?.. "

Layla nodded at his explanation..

Layla sama it time to change your bandage. Layla and Gaara unison look at the nurse that comes in inside her wad while holding a metal tray .. Ara '' I didn't Kazekage sama was here " the nurse says. Give me that I will do it instead ..

Layla wanted to reject but the nurse already gave Gaara the bandage for him to use " wait Gaara!! Can you let the nurse do it instead?..

Hmm? Tilt his head to the side, Why? I will do it for you if you are embarrassed. It 's okay because I already look at your body many times.

No that not it I meant, " Layla hurriedly slapped his hand when he was about to take on her top.. Sweetie don't be stubborn , let me do my job" .. His hand is already clutching on her shirt ready to take o from her .. A single tear fell into his hand looking up to see her face Gaara was surprised she was crying.. " Sweetie, what's wrong? "

He quickly retreated his hand from her and put the bandage back to the table " why are you crying over something like this?..

I , I - don't want you to see my scar " ..

Ahhhh… Gaara fell on his knees while his hand was on the bed. " I thought there was a problem here,

Gaara lifts his face to meet his wife using his left hand Gaara gently wipes her tears " You know that I didn't mind that? .. So please don't be embarrassed.. Now? Can I do my job?..

Layla hesitated to lift her clothes up until Gaara got closer to her by sitting on the mattress while he gently undressed her top, his expression so serious when undoing the bandage on her body which made her face red . Gaara gulped back his saliva, put his finger around the scar on her abdomen Gaara heart thumped when he felt Layla flinched by his touch " Did it hurt? " He asks as his voice sounds so husky.

N.. no, " Layla replied between her breaths.

That's good to hear sweetie. ' He etched a smile on his face and continued to dress Layla's wound. Don't do that again Layla, no matter what the conditions are " He spoke with a shaky voice while his gaze didn't leave her.

I sorry I thought that was the best idea that time and I'm so sorry Gaara "

Took a deep breath of relief Gaara wiped the sweat on his face " . It's okay if you understand, don't make me worry, you scared the hell out of me.

Ouch.. " Layla whined when Gaara playfully pinched her cheek.. " When you get out of the hospital later, I got a surprise for you.. Layla's eyes sparkled and her mouth formed a grin when heard the words of surprise " Could you tell me what it is?!!

If I told you now it wouldn't be surprising anymore sweetie, you gotta wait if you want to know.. " .. But if you really want to know you gotta kiss me on the lips.

Layla scoffed at his childish behavior. She wanted to tease him too but decided to go along with his little playtime. She then snarled her arms around his neck while acting sexy and climbed up to his lap. Layla settles her body weight on top of him.

Woah? , guess it more than kiss which it was a good idea "

Gaara close his eyes when get closer to her as he hand rested comfortable on back of Layla waist,

Oh my good!!!,

Hmmm? " Open back his eyes Gaara could see Layla's face so flustered, turned his face to right, Sayuri was looking at them while her face was getting red.. I'm sorry for coming inside unannounced, I thought.. " Sayuri kept stuttering in her words.

Ahahahaha..swe-..

Get off meeeeee!!!!!!!!! Layla unconsciously slapped Gaara so hard on his face as she ran to the bathroom hiding from embarrassment. That hurts" .. He whined hopelessly.. A heavy sighed escape from his mouth while thinking how wasted that opportunity he had , Looking at the door Sayuri couldn't be found anymore, maybe running as well and as for Layla it will be a while she will come out from the bathroom.

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Gaara pov..

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Watching her sleep while laying beside her was always a great moment for Gaara. After having a check up today and the result was great, it made Gaara more happy.

Patted her hair gently as his other arm she used as a pillow, should he lose her on that day maybe he will not be able to smile like that .

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Gaara you should rest. It's been three days now, you should let Mei mei take care of her. She is not life threatening anymore. " Koyuki spoke as coming inside the couple's room.

As long as she doesn't open her eyes I will not leave her side, it has already been three days and yet she still has not regained her conscience " His hand firmly held her hand.

I come here because I want to tell you about Azai.

His eyes widened and his rage back blinded him , His blood lust seeped through his body.. " I want to kill him! ..

Unfortunately you can't do that" ..

Why the fuck I can't do that! ".. Gaara raised his voice until Koyuki fell silent.. " I understand you can't but Layla is no longer from the Kazahana clan, she is Sabaku now… Her wellbeing answers me…

I understand you angry " Koyuki tries to talk to him, " But Azai still a lord and the one that do was Layla isn't, I know I shouldn't said this because Layla was precious to me but Azai has done nothing than threatened me and my family so he just got a lightly punishment.

Fuck!, here I thought you care about Layla..

Watch your mouth Kazekage!! , " Koyuki snapped . " Don't discuss my love for Layla because it is doubtedly more far from yours, " I am the ruler. I must be fair.

Azai's punishment ends when Gaara departs back to Sunagakure with Layla, and that he loses his people's belief in him and Azai being banned from coming to Snow country forever and that all his miserable life begins…

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Sleep tight sweetie, let me make you forget about the bad things and just live happily with me forever. As I was the only one that genuinely loved you, till my last breath..

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The end.