A/N: Okey… Questions are all over around my head! Honestly, I was really not in my mood to this. One of my friends passed away last week and so much depressed by it. Anyway, this epilogue is a third person omniscient point of view. Subaru is not the narrator anymore. (Curious neh?) To everyone who is curious enough to know what happen to them after the war, here it is, the conclusion of Subaru's journal. Enjoy reading!
EPILOGUE
The Hidden Village of Leaf, Konoha…. Known for its well-established military force and strong regime, with also strong ninjas around them. Not to admit, the intellect and capacity of its current leader, Godaime Hokage – Tsunade.
We should not also forget the ninjas behind this very progressive shinobi country. There's Nara Shikamaru, one of the best ANBU captains. In the age of 17, he accomplished already 35 S-rank missions. In a month, this lazy and clever ninja can accomplish 20 missions without one of his members being missing or dead.
We also have Haruno Sakura and her bestfriend, Yamanaka Ino. This two are the best lady tandems that Konoha has. Sakura, who is known to be Tsunade's apprentice, is also one of the most recognizable medic kunoichi. She almost has the same abilities with her sensei. Well, except her sensei's obsession in gambling and drinking. Ino, on the other hand, the best known apprentice of Mitarashi Anko, and the present girlfriend of Akimichi clan's pride, Akimichi Chouji. She's considered one of the best lady ANBUs in the village.
Aside from these three ninjas, we got Uzumaki Naruto and Hyuuga Hinata. Not only known for their sudden engagement, but also the achievements they got. Naruto, who is assign, as Tsunade's assistant is one of the best Jounins ever recognized by the people of Konoha and in every shinobi country. And, as the heiress of the famous Hyuuga clan, Hinata has tied a lot of countries that are engaged in warfare. A really opposite couple with great achievements…
And, who else? Shikamaru's girlfriend, Temari is known to be the negotiator of Konoha and Sunagakure. Aburame Shino and Inuzuka Kiba are also great ANBU squad members. But, the ever-best ANBU fighters are Hyuuga Neji and Uchiha Sasuke. Not to mention the fangirls that always admired them…
Hyuuga Neji, not only famous because of his bloodline limit, being Hinata's cousin and his girlfriend.. The weapon mistress, Tenten… he is also famous because of his great ability to finish missions in just weeks.
Uchiha Sasuke… the 'lone survivor' of Uchiha clan is also famous of being Haruno Sakura's girlfriend and his famous Sharingan. But, he is not anymore a lone survivor… there is still a ninja also from the same clan that is great despite the flaws that he made to Konoha.
… Uchiha Itachi…
After the war between Akatsuki and Konoha, Itachi came back to Konoha and faced the consequences that were long ago waiting for him. After getting married at the age of 19, he accepted Tsunade's request to him… to become an ANBU squad captain again.
When Itachi got his daughter, Tsunade asked him to be take up Jounin exams. Without any effort, he passed the exams and became a Jounin.
And ever wonder who is Itachi's wife?
The lone survivor of Ichikawa clan…
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Sasuke was standing at the gates of the ninja academy. He was playing his kunai around his fingers. A beautiful kunai that Sakura gave him when he turned 19; he was even surprised about Sakura's idea of giving him such kunai.
He looked up at the sky. It was already noon. The sun was up and it was already blinding him so much. He suddenly heard a gentle chuckle. He looked his way to the gates. He smiled when he saw a pink-haired Jounin. The lady ran to him and gave him a gentle kiss in his cheeks.
"Well, how did it go?" Sasuke asked.
"Let me see… the students are good this days. They easily learn fast." Sakura answered with a great delight.
"That's good. How about Midori?"
"She's one of the best students I ever handle. She is the first one to perform Kage Bunshin no Jutsu perfectly."
"I know she will…"
Their short conversation was interrupted by bunch of kids that suddenly passed by between them. Sasuke was shocked when the children. Sakura chuckled when she saw Sasuke's expression. Sasuke twitched his eyebrows.
"What is the chuckle for?" He asked.
"I'm thinking if we had kids like that in the future." She answered.
The black-haired lad gave the lady a smirk. She only responded it with a sweet smile when they've heard their name being called by a little girl.
"Sakura-chan! Sasuke-niisan!" The girl yelled.
Sasuke fetched the kid. He lifted up the girl and carried her. The girl wrapped her arms around Sasuke's neck and gave him a warm hug.
"How's school, Midori-chan?" He asked.
"Well, I learn Kage Bunshin No Jutsu today. It is actually challenging. I can now do chores at the house all at the same time!" The girl remarked.
"That's not a good intention, Midori-chan!" Sakura exclaimed.
"But, it'll help me a lot!" The girl retorted.
"Sakura-chan is right, My Midori. That jutsu is only used for training and ninja purpose." Sasuke suggested.
The girl stuck her tongue out. Then, she gave the two ninjas a great bright smile, which reminds Sasuke of a girl he once knew, and he once hugged.
The girl had bright hazel eyes that can change to red with black spots. Yes, she is an Uchiha. But she also holds a bloodline limit so weird and so unexplainable. She can change her eyes color according to the element she'll control. Her long black hair with highlights of red auburn was burning under the sun's rays. She was beautiful, just like her dad…
… Just like her mom…
They walked out of the academy. Sasuke holding Sakura's hand as they promised to Itachi to visit the graveyard of a girl that changed their whole picture of life. The lady that brought light to their life, that still shines until now. The lady who gave birth to Uchiha Midori…
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Itachi was standing before headstone of her wife. It was three years ago since he married her and has one daughter from her. He knew, he filled up the rest of years Subaru should live, and he was contented of seeing her die in a smiling face.
He still clearly remembered how she died. His daughter, Midori was sleeping at her mother's lap. They were sitting at the seashore. The sun was setting and they were talking about Midori's future and about Sasuke and Sakura. There's no fear of death in her hazel eyes that day. She was even chuckling. Itachi was ready for the day she'll passed away. And, she died with her head in his shoulders with the words he'll never forget.
"… I breathe through your eyes. I see through your soul. I view my life with yours too. I'll never forget someone like you. You always have my heart and my soul is always with you."
He was looking at the tombstone with a smile in his face. He may never notice it but it was there all along. He thought that someone like her would understand him. He was thankful for her life. And, he'll cherish every moment she spent with him.
"Otou-san!" Midori shouted as she saw her father.
Itachi smiled. Seeing her daughter is also like seeing her wife. Her eyes so much resembles with his love.
"I brought Mom's favorite flowers. I knew today is her birthday." She exclaimed.
Midori gently placed the bouquet of heather in the tombstone of her mother. She then closed her eyes and prayed. Sakura and Sasuke did the same. Midori suddenly stood up and faced his father.
"Otou-san, I knew she was smiling." She said with bliss fixed in her eyes.
Itachi was tear-eyed. He knew how his daughter cherished her mother's smiles and memories. The same with him, and with Sasuke…
As they about to turn back themselves to the headstone, Sasuke placed a piece of red rose. He then ran to his brother and his girlfriend.
He tapped his brother's shoulder and gave him a tender smile. Then, Midori shouted.
"Isn't Neji-kun's engagement party today?"
"Oh! I almost forgot! I promised Tenten to do her make-up!" Sakura exclaimed.
"Better hurry…! Tenten-chan will throw massive weapons to you if you don't come!" The girl yelled.
"Oh, you little Midori!" Sakura gave her a little pinch in his cheek.
Itachi took a last look at the grave. Then, he smiled. He knew that her wife completely changed his life. This is the life he wanted, and she opened that to him.
In the tombstone, words engraved:
"Uchiha-Ichikawa Subaru,
Lone Survivor of Ichikawa Clan…
Unsung Hero of Konoha…
Resurrected the Uchiha Clan…
Light in the Darkness…"
-----THE END-----
A/N: I updated fast! Why? Because my final exams are fast approaching! And, this is the epilogue of my story. Hope you like the ending. This happened three years after the war. Itachi is now 22 and Sasuke and other ninjas are 18. I had to explain few things. Subaru has to die because of the jutsu. (Blame that damn jutsu!) Because, in doing that jutsu, (The one she did to Makoto) the sacrifice is her whole life. And, thus, she had only two years left to leave. And, the epilogue was after three years. (So she is really dead.) At least, Itachi has a daughter right? I'll be now out of here. I'll all see you at my next fanfic. It'll be Kakashi this time. Nice day everyone! And, please review after reading! (I need it!)
