AN:So I may have done something. (pouts pitifully) It has taken me 7 years to get back to this story. And I have to say if it hadn't been for you all leaving reviews it probably would have been left as is. Even though it has taken me this long to return. I really hope you like this new chapter. Please Enjoy! And please review! Nothing makes me happier then to know what I write is actually being read and actually enjoyed! Thank you all for your amazing patience! Now onto the story!
"Are you sure?' Sakura furrowed her brow as she stared at her reflection in the full length mirror. Her pink locks were pulled back into a loose up do with q-curls and pale pink cherry blossoms strategically placed. The maternity style white wedding dress she wore made her look like a marshmallow. It was white lace with an A-line neck that made her swollen pregnancy breasts look gigantic. Even so she had to admit it was the prettiest dress she ever wore. The skirt started just below her breasts and stopped about knee high assuring there was enough room for her gigantic baby bump. She was honestly exhausted after spending the last three hours getting ready. Her due date was three weeks away but she could go anytime now or so she was told.
"You look amazing." Ino reassured her for the tenth time in the last ten minutes. The blonde haired woman looked amazing and slim in her baby blue flowing dress as she turned Sakura around to take her gaze off the mirror. "You've never looked more amazing."
"I look like a marshmallow ready to pop." Sakura pouted.
"Ino laughed. "You should have waited till after the pregnancy then."
"I already told you." She turned back around and ran her hands down her belly. A kick just at the right time when her hand passed over the right spot made her smile. "Kakashi's couldn't wait. He didn't even care if we had a ceremony or anything. I honestly think he was worried I would change my mind after he stole my candy bar."
"What?" The blonde haired woman looked completely confused.
(FLASHBACK)
She'll never forget the day. He was taking a shower and a craving hit. You know that craving that couldn't wait for the man in the next room to finish his hour shower. She was seriously surprised that he hadn't turned into a wrinkly old man for as much time as he spent in the shower. So not wanting to wait she grabbed some money and headed down the corner to the small store to get the craving fix her stomach was currently demanding. Pretty confident she could be there and back before he even thought about turning the water off. However, that hadn't been the case. On her way home she ran into the older neighbor lady who always loved to chat it up with her. The woman never fails to mention when Sakura had locked Kakashi out in the hallway, sporting nothing but his boxers. Every time she heard the story it really never got old. That day had been the day their relationship took leaps and bounds after all.
"She must have lost track of time because suddenly she heard the topic of their conversation screaming her name. When she looked in the direction it was coming from she just about dropped her shopping bag. There was Kakashi running towards them in nothing but a towel wrapped around his waist and still dripping wet. He hadn't even bothered to put his mask on. The older woman muttered an 'Oh my' as they watched his rippling muscles glistening in the sunlight as he drew closer. Pink crept up her cheeks not for embarrassment but because the man was really just, all man and the sight of him did wonderful things to her libido. She didn't even care that other people in the area were now staring, some hanging out their windows even. Pretty sure she heard a whistle come from somewhere. There was no reason she couldn't let others ogle the man that was hers. She was damn proud to be able to say the delicious looking specimen slept with her at night. But once he came to a screeching halt in front of her he started firing off full speed.
"Where were you? I got out of the shower and you were gone. Why did you leave without me? You scared me half to death. You shouldn't go out by yourself. What if you got...What's so funny?"
Sakura was laughing and couldn't seem to stop. He was so frantic it was absolutely priceless and sweet all at the same time. There was complete understanding behind his worry after all. Not that long ago she had been kidnapped from her own home. Seriously though he didn't have much to worry about it was just the corner store not across the village. Looking at his concerned expression she had to admit she truly loved him. What man would go running down the street in a towel because he was worried for you're safety. Kakashi would that's who and it utterly amazed her. Wiping her watery eyes from laughing she was finally able to form words. "You really know how to give the neighbors something to talk about don't you Kakashi." Glancing down at his towel she added. "I mean you could have left the towel and really stirred things up." She shouldn't have teased him but the crimson that was crossing his face as he glanced down at his attire or rather lack of and then quickly at the many eyes focused on him drove her to tease him just a little.
His retreating form had been just as fantastic. But what really made the pregnant woman roll was when her neighbor hollered after him. "Hey sonny you forgot something." as she patted Sakura's arm. When Sakura got home Kakashi was standing in the living room in his sweats looking somewhere between pissed and mortified.
"Hi honey." She did her best not to laugh but one day she'll be forgiven for saying it with a giggle.
"It isn't funny Sakura." He scowled crossing his arms over his chest.
Sakura cleared her throat and tried her best to put on a serious face. "You're right." The corners of her mouth twitched. "There is nothing funny about you running down the street half naked." And damn it all she couldn't keep a straight face.
His cheeks turned red as he dropped his head and his arms completely defeated. "How embarrassing."
"Embarrassing? I thought it was rather sexy." Maybe she could salvage his pride if she stroked his ego a little. But it was the truth at least. "How could someone not admire a man of your caliber running down the street glistening muscles and all."
He peeked up at her and she barely could make out his pout. "That's not helping."
Walking to him she wrapper her arms around him and patted him on the back in comfort. She was trying really hard not to laugh as she continued to tease him with the action. But since he didn't attempt to hug her back it was like a mom comforting her pouting child. "You want me to kiss it and make it all better?"
"You're so mean." Finally looking up he leaned in close to her. "But I will take that kiss." He whispered closing the distance. It didn't last long before he withdrew and gave her a serious look which she knew would be followed by a lecture. "Why didn't wait for me? You shouldn't have gone there by yourself."
"I'm sorry" Sakura pouted this time. "But I had a craving." bringing the bag around from behind still in her hand she shook it for emphasis. "I didn't want to wait for you. You take forever in the shower." She drawled out the word forever hoping to get her point across.
He pursed his lips unable to argue. "Fine you win. But seriously you had me worried. Next time at least tell me you're going out."
She silently admitted she probably could have done that. Okay she should have done that. "I'm sorry. I promise next time I will." Leaning in she gave him a quick peck on the lips before retreating to the kitchen.
"Next time just take me with you."
She waved her hand dismissingly after she dumped the bag onto the table, an array of candy bars made a small pile. "Ok, Ok I get it." Finding the first candy bar victim she unwrapped it and groaned. "I don't care what you say." She said with a mouth full of chocolate and caramel heaven. "This was totally worth it."
"Sakura you wanna get married?"
"Sure" She groaned taking another bite. Halfway through chewing his words registered and her gazed snapped to his. He was standing next to the table amused by her as she devoured her candy bar. "What did you say?" Chewing a couple more times before finally swallowing.
His smile grew. "Do you wanna get married?"
Her heart did a fluttering inside her chest. Was he being serious? Or maybe he was teasing her as payback from before. "Seriously?" There was no way he would tease her about something like that would he?
Chuckling at what she was sure was a wide eyed and bewildered look he reach out and drew her closer. "I'm serious Sakura. I love you more than life itself. I can't live without you. Ours sons," he rested his hands on either side of her belly. "are a blessing in my life. But you Sakura are a once in a lifetime miracle for me. I probably don't deserve you but I will spend the rest of my life proving to you just how much I love you." He feathered a kiss on her forehead. "So please Sakura Haruno, will you marry me?"
In a span of minutes she fell in love with the man all over again. Deeper even. Nodding her head first unable to form the word as tears welled up in her eyes. "Yes" She wrapped you arms around his neck. "Of course I'll marry you."
"You've just made me the happiest man in the world."
She stilled. Why did he sound like his mouth was full? Leaning back he was indeed chewing. Looking down at the candy bar in her hand and back at him. "You took a bite of my candy bar?" She was both shocked and amused. "In a moment like that?"
He shrugged pointing to his chewing mouth. "Well I couldn't let you be the only one to enjoy it."
"Why are you giggling?" Ino raised a questioning brow, her question left unanswered.
"It's nothing." The memory was forever saved in her heart. Life was definitely never going to be boring that was for sure.
"We better get moving or you're going to miss your own wedding."
"Is it time already?" Sakura was growing nervous. Her stomach was beginning to flutter. Halfway out the door she stopped dead in her tracks. That wasn't a flutter that was a fricking contraction. Paling Sakura rested her hand on her stomach. "Can't you wait?" She asked almost pleading.
"No" The other woman answered unknowing the question wasn't for her. "We have to go now."
Sakura took a deep breath. It was the first one she's felt. Labor usually takes time, if it was labor, it could be a false alarm. "I'm coming." She trailed after Ino. Please please please be a false alarm. Pleading inwardly was the only thing she had at the moment. As long as she could make through the ceremony things would be fine. And she kept repeating that to herself . She was getting married today whether these babies came or not so no time to waste. "How long will the service take?" She questioned Ino.
Giving a small shrug she replied. "20 to 25 minutes maybe." Smiling at her over her shoulder. "But it will be over before you know it."
I highly doubt that. Sakura thought to herself. As they rounded the last corner before they had to enter the doorway to walk down the aisle. She had a feeling this was going to be the longest wedding ever.
AN: So how was it? (Chewing lip in anticipation.) It's been so long since I've wrote for this story I hope I didn't mess up its atmosphere. (Is that the right word to use?) But seriously I hope it was ok. And I definitely hope it was worth the wait. I know I know, I'm sorry it was a shorter chapter. But I promise you will not have to wait 7 years for the next chapter. You won't even have to wait 7 days. I just need to go to bed. lol Thank you for reading! Please review and let me know what you thought! I am glad to be back! Luv ya!