A/N Thought you might want to know that updates will be a chapter a day. The reason I was able to update as much as I did was pretty much because most of this story was already on the Wattpad website. I just wanted to be updating on both sites at the same time. Updates are usually once a week, but I'll do my best to update as much as I can because this story is on high demand (I think). This chapter might be depressing (not sure exactly) but things will get better

(P.S if you frequent Wattpad, you can find this story with the same username Jiang-sama)

Enjoy

Uchiha Manor

In the few hours that elapsed, Sasuke was drained from all the protesting. There were anbu stationed in and outside his room, giving him no option to escape. Lying on his bed, Sasuke took one look at the wrist watch on his arm and growled in frustration. It was half an hour after seven, an hour and thirty minutes since his scheduled time to meet Hinata. I'm going to find a way out of here and come to you Hinata, Sasuke promised.

Hearing the door open, he looked up to see his cousin, Shisui, enter his room and order the anbu out. The anbu were hesitant at first but left.

"My dear Sasuke, what has become of you?" Shisui began, taking a seat on a couch opposite of Sasuke's bed.

"Why don't you ask my father the king?" Sasuke retorted.

"Come now, don't be like that"

"You're not the one getting married to your 'number one annoying fan-girl'"

"So he finally told you"

"You knew?"

"It's not like it's the first time you're in this situation"

"What do you mean by that?"

"You know what, forget I said anything"

"Hold it right there, Shisui. Are you telling me father tried to arrange my marriage before?" Sasuke demanded. Shisui scratched the back of his head and lay back on the couch.

"And here I thought I would help you out of your misery"

"Shisui, I've had people piss me off all afternoon. Don't be a part of that crowd. What happened the first time?"

"Argh, where do I begin? See, years ago, your father wanted to arrange a marriage for you. Itachi didn't want your parents to make that choice and asked to be the one to choose a bride for you. So while he was doing his usual rounds with the clans, he would also interview the eligible heiresses of each clan to see which one would qualify. None did, not even Sakura.

"Then, an invitation to a party was brought to the manor. It was from a very remote clan and they wished to present their daughter. The clan was just as old as ours, so I heard. Itachi decided to go and while he was there, sent word that he found you the perfect bride. But..."

"He died, along with the clan," Sasuke finished. Shisui sighed.

"Yup. Some say that a few members of the clan survived but it wasn't confirmed," Shisui said.

"I beg to differ," a voice spoke out. Shisui jumped at the sound of Kakashi's voice while Sasuke scowled.

"Geez Kakashi. Don't be so good at your job," Shisui complained, touching his racing heart.

"If I didn't do my job so well I wouldn't even have one," Kakashi replied.

"Say whatever it is you're here to say Kakashi," Sasuke commanded. Kakashi coughed a bit before continuing,

"What I'm about to tell you is classified information. From the explosion, two people were recorded to have survived. Information on them and their current whereabouts are unknown. But what you asked me about finding out about your brother's death; it was an akatsuki attack in an attempt to end monarchy in Konoha. Initially it was supposed to be a 'kidnap the prince and bride' thing, but one of the akatsuki members -who was quite enthusiastic about explosions- foiled the whole plan"

"Wait, what was the name of my bride to be?" Sasuke asked.

"No name was recorded," Kakashi responeded.

"What about Hinata, could she have been a part of that clan?"

"And here's where I bring the bad news. All information on that clan was destroyed. So we wouldn't know unless we asked her"

Sasuke digested the information before saying, "I have to go. I have to see Hinata"

"Sasuke, you know you're not allowed to leave," Kakashi chided.

"Why am I being quarantined here? It's not like I'm getting married tomorrow" Sasuke yelled, running his hand through his hair.

"Your father merely wants you to reflect and come to terms with his decision. After all, he's the king," Kakashi said, exiting the room. Sasuke punched the headboard of his bed, mumbling curses.

"As much as I'm going to hate this, it sucks seeing my favourite cousin all gloomy. Get up," Shisui ordered. Obeying, Sasuke got up from his bed and put on his disguise. Shisui handed Sasuke his car keys beckoned Sasuke to follow him to the walk-in wardrobe. At the far end, Shisui felt around on the ground and pushed down a wooden tile. Part of the wall pushed aside, revealing a dark passageway.

"How long has that been there?" a shocked Sasuke asked.

"A really long time. How do you think Itachi and I snuck into your room to play? Now go see your girlfriend"

"How did you know?"

"Please, I know a love sick idiot when I see one. Now follow my instructions carefully and you might be alright. Either way, we're screwed"

"It's probably best if we go together. If you remain, I pretty sure it'll be worse"

"Yeah, that's probably a good idea. Let's go"

Ten-ten's apartment

Ten-ten had been crying in Naruto's arms when they heard the desperate knocking at the front door. Ten-ten rushed for the door, hoping Hinata had somehow come back. But when she opened it, she instead found Sasuke and another person behind him.

"Ten-ten, is Hinata here? I need to speak with her urgently," Sasuke pleaded. Those words just made Ten-ten cry more, drawing Naruto to the door.

"Sasuke! Where have you been? I've tried calling you so many times but you didn't pick up," Naruto exclaimed.

"My phone was taken when I was forcefully put under house-arrest. Ten-ten what's the matter? Where's Hinata?"

"She's gone," Ten-ten choked out.

"Gone?"

"I think you might want to sit down Sasuke," Naruto suggested. When they were all inside and seated, Ten-ten told Sasuke what she had told Naruto earlier. On finishing her tale, she burst into a fresh wave of tears. Sasuke jumped up, heading for the door.

"Where are you going Sasuke?" Shisui asked worriedly.

"I have to find her. Hinata is my light. She's the only one for me"

"You can't be serious," Shisui continued, "she's probably long gone by now"

"Sasuke," Ten-ten called out. Sasuke turned to Ten-ten who had an envelope in her hand.

"She left this for you," Ten-ten said, giving Sasuke the letter. Sasuke took the letter and held it in his hands. He slowly opened it and braced himself before reading contents

Hinata's letter

Dear Sasuke

I'm sorry I can't make it for our planned date. You have no idea how it breaks my heart that I'm even sitting here writing this letter. I'm sure by now you know I've left Konoha. If you know the details of why I left, then you should promise me not to do anything to Lady Tsunade or Lady Sakura. I seriously mean it. I knew about your arranged engagement, I wanted to tell you about it. About how it makes me sad that it won't be me that remains by your side.

It's probably for the best that I leave. I forgot my place. And my leaving is a reminder of that fact. I wish I was born into a wealthy family just so I could have at least been by your side. But fate had other plans for me. I don't think my new masters will easily grant my freedom, so don't try to come for me. Don't come looking for me. Stay in your world. Stay happy. For me.

I know you can make a difference if you can accept your fate as crown prince. Like your brother, think about your people. Wherever I am in this world, I'll be thinking of you. Cheering for you. I'll forever cherish the good times we shared. The memories I have with you, Ten-ten and Naruto will be my island of happiness. Those were the times I truly felt free.

I wish I had more time, but I have to be going soon. Please tell Ten-ten to stop crying like I hope she's not. And could you ask Naruto to cheer up Ten-ten if she doesn't stop?

I hope you live a wonderful life.

Hinata