First of all, I would like to bring to the attention of the readers that right now Sakura is more or less content with her job. She has been employed by the family with whom she has grown up and who also care for her and love her back. Somewhere, she is living a fairytale. Although, everything is not the way she had hoped her life would turn out to be but it is still perfect to her in every way. So, if you guys find something in this chapter that is kind of cliché and embarrassing and may remind you of musical Disney stories, please do bear with it. It has been done to build up the plot and Sakura's character. With this thought in mind, please read this chapter without much further ado. Onwards!

Disclaimer: I do not own Naruto. If I did it would be all about romance. Also, I do not own 'I'm alive' by Celine Dion and 'let it go' by Idina Menzel of the movie 'Frozen'.

Chapter 3: Sakura's Hidden Talent

The next morning, she woke up at five as per her routine. She pushed out of her bed, put on her soft pink fluffy slippers and went to the bathroom. She opened up her bathroom cabinet, took out her brush and tooth paste, and got to work. While she was brushing her teeth she looked at her reflection in the mirror in front of her. The mirror showed her an image of a young girl wearing a pink night suit, consisting of a half sleeved top and ankle-length pajamas. Her soft hair were slightly tousled and her bright green eyes shone like emeralds. Her breasts were perky and her nipples were strained against the soft material of her top due to the morning chill. Her figure was complemented with a thin waist and round full hips, which swayed slightly as she tapped her feet. Overall, she looked very desirable as a woman but the girl was herself unaware of the fact.

She rinsed her mouth and gave a brilliant smile to her reflection. She went out of the bathroom and made her way to her closet. She opened the closet and reached for her nightgown but she stopped midway. She really didn't feel the need. "And anyways no one would be up by now." she mused. So, she just closed the closet door and made her way downstairs.

She stood on the porch overlooking the garden and reveled in the icy chillness present in the morning wind. She took off her slippers on the porch and entered the garden. The grass was moist and soft under her feet due to the morning dew. She walked along the rows of flowers. Her fingers lightly trailed over their puckered mouths of the fuchsia colored tulips who were slightly swaying in the wind. She chuckled as the cold wind whipped hair back from her face. She came to stop near the pool to look at the sunrise.

"I knew I would find you here." said a voice.

She turned around to find Fugaku making his way towards her. He was wearing a red sweater and brown pants. His feet too were bare.

"Good morning, Mr. Uchiha." she bowed, "How are you this morning?"

"Just fine, my dear" replied the older man.

"Sir, if I may say, walking barefoot on the cold grass is not good for your health." she pointed out.

"Well, once in a while you can cut an old man some slack." he grinned at her. She grinned right back at him.

"Fine. I will keep our secret safe and won't tell the mistress" she said smiling slightly.

"Thank you" he replied with a smile on his face too.

They both stood like that underneath the morning sky for a few minutes.

"Sweetheart, I know yesterday was a very hard day for you and I know how you must feel without your parents. All I can say is that I can't replace them but I, and even Mikoto, will always be there whenever you need us. We love you and cherish you and will keep doing so till the end of our days." he said quietly.

A tear slipped from her eye and she placed her head on his shoulder. He, in return, just stroked her hair softly.

"Thank you….. for everything" she murmured.

She straightened up and gave him a small smile. He just laughed and patted her head.

"Well, I came here to tell you. I and Mikoto missed your singing yesterday." he said. She blushed at his comment.

"I hope you might resume your singing today." he said looking at her.

"Of course" she gave him a bow.

Fugaku just smiled and made his way back to the porch. Sakura turned back to look at the sun. Her thoughts went back to last night. She had fallen asleep on Sasuke's shoulder when they had reached Uchiha manor.

Sasuke looked at her sleeping form. Her head fit in the crook of his neck as if it belonged there. Sasuke slowly plucked her body off him, making sure that she won't wake up and placed her head on the seat, making her lie horizontally. She immediately pulled her feet up and tucked them under her body to get comfortable. She shifted slightly and gave a small sigh. Sasuke just stared at her for a few seconds, contemplating in his mind as to how to get her inside. He opened his side of the door and stepped out. He shut it quietly and made his way to the other side of the car. He opened her side of the door and bend down. He lifted her in his arms in bridal style and made his way to the front gate. Though the motion had woken her up but she felt so comfortable in his arms that she didn't let him know about this fact. She snuggled closer to him.

She was soft, warm and light like a feather and smelled like cherry blossoms to him. He entered the house and made his way to the stairs. Bob, who had opened the front door for him, just gaped at him with his mouth open wide. Sasuke climbed the stairs with ease and made his way to her bedroom.

Though she was a maid in the Uchiha household, they let her sleep in the main house and not the servant quarters. She was more of a family to them anyways.

Sasuke, on reaching her bedroom door, kicked it open and strode in. He gently put her body on the bed. Her body shivered on contact with cold sheets experiencing the loss of his warmth. He sat down beside her and took of her sandals. He brought the bed sheet over her body and tucked her in. He let his fingers brush her hair off her face and trailed one long tipped finger down the side of her face.

Though the movements were very soft and light, it made her want to shiver. But she controlled her actions and kept up her pretense of sleeping. He brought his thumb to her cheek and rubbed her cheek softly, tracing light circles on her rosy skin. This was getting too much for her. She could feel stirrings in her nether regions. When she was almost on the verge of giving away her charade, he stopped. She tensed and waited with baited breath. She felt his weight lift off the bed. She felt a kiss on her forehead. She heard him straighten up and making his way towards the door His footsteps were soft and quiet. Sasuke was always quiet, he had the ability to quietly sneak up behind anyone.

Sasuke gave a last look to her sleeping form before opening the door, stepping out and quietly closing it behind him. As soon as she heard the dull thud of her door, Sakura opened up her eyes. She shifted her body to look out at the moon outside her window. Somehow, seeming much bigger and brighter in the sky. She smiled softly at Sasuke's gentleness. She snuggled in her bed and dreamt about Sasuke.

Around 10 o' clock the next day, everyone was done with breakfast and Sasuke had gone to his office. She was wearing a thin white shirt with a light brown coat over it. She wore a knee length light brown skirt and her legs were bare. She wore off-white ballet shoes with four inches wedge heels and her hair were tied in a bun at the back of her head. She made her way to the computer room just near the front door to do her daily check of the household. She controlled everything, cleaning of the house, maintenance of the garden and the pool, electrical maintenance, kitchen and food supplies, security etc. She made sure there were no breakdowns and also, if the household was running out of any supplies. She managed labor force of over a 100 people, from gardeners, security, electricians, and plumbers to sweepers, maids, and butlers. Running a huge mansion was not an easy job. But Sakura was an expert in her job. She was also responsible for all the hiring and the firing done in the Uchiha household. Fugaku and Mikoto were more than happy to give the reins of the house in the capable hands of Sakura. Both of them just sat back and enjoyed their retirement, which they deserved too.

It took almost an hour to do a background check and by almost 11:30 she was finally done. She shut down the computer and stood up from her computer chair. She stretched and went out carry out her daily rounds. She reached the ball room where all the high society parties were held by the Uchihas. She entered to see 3-4 maids propped on long metallic ladders and cleaning the grand chandelier. One of them was struggling to carry out her job. She would start to clean but would lose her balance midway. She would then immediately grab the ladder to steady herself and also, give small squeals. The other maids would just laugh at her mercilessly. Sakura recognized her as one of the new maids, Mia. Mia looked like she would burst into tears any second. Sakura took pity on her plight and went up to her. She glared at one of the maids.

"Lauren, you have been working here longer than anyone. At least, you should set an example as to how to behave with the new staff. Please put yourself in her position. If I would have laughed when you were new here, how would you have felt?" asked Sakura crossly.

"I am sorry, Sakura." apologized Lauren, "I am sorry, Mia"

The other maids, who were laughing at her, followed suit and apologized to her like their head had just done.

"It is okay" said Mia timidly.

"Mia, get down" said Sakura, "Let me show you how it is done."

Sakura climbed the ladder and showed her the proper way of maintaining her balance as well as cleaning simultaneously. She got down the ladder and handed the duster to Mia.

"Don't worry you will get the hang of these things soon. I struggled too in the beginning and look at me now. I can do these things with my eyes closed." said Sakura with a smile.

"Don't ever doubt yourself" Sakura patted kindly on Mia's head.

"So, what did you do?" questioned Mia, "To remove your insecurities?"

"Simple" said Sakura, "I used to divert my mind by singing along with my work. Singing is something that I enjoy very much. So singing helped me associate my work with enjoyment."

"Oh yes! I have heard from so many people that you have a very melodious voice. If I may ask, can I hear you sing, please." Mia pleaded shyly.

Sakura simply laughed.

"Ok, fine. Let me just get my computer" said Sakura.

"Computer?" Mia cocked her head to one side.

"I make the tunes of my songs in the music room and then, record it in my computer. Sometimes, I record a song complete with the vocals as well. But generally I just record the tunes. I also have the instrumental of many songs sung by other singers, so I can do karaoke sometimes." explained Sakura.

Excusing herself she went to her room to get her computer. She brought it down to the ballroom to set it up with the speakers.

"I was thinking 'I'm alive by Celine Dion'. Do you know that song?" asked Sakura. Mia nodded enthusiastically.

"Please do join in when you feel like." said Sakura. She played the karaoke file.

(Please do listen to this song, if you like)

She closed her eyes and started humming as the music started playing out of the speakers.

I get wings to fly. Oh, oh, I'm alive

She sang and the music started playing from the computer. As the song progressed Mia's eyes sparkled with awe. She had never heard anyone sing so beautifully. Sakura was gifted with an amazing talent. Slowly, the maids working in the ballroom and Mia herself, joined her.

Though Sakura was not aware of the fact but a small crowd, with Fugaku and Mikoto at the head, had gathered in the room and stood behind her to savor her sweet voice.

That I'll be the one standing by, through good and through trying times

And it's only begun, I can't wait for the rest of my life

Sakura extended the last note perfectly. Her voice sending tingles down the arms of anybody who was listening.

When you call on me the maids sang.

When you call on me she sang.

When you reach for me the maids sang.

When you reach for me she sang.

This went on until she finished the song with-

I get wings to fly, God knows that I'm alive

As the song ended, everyone hooted and clapped, making Sakura jump in her seat. She just laughed in return and gave everyone a flying kiss. Mikoto came to her and gathered Sakura in her arms.

"That was beautiful" Mikoto whispered in Sakura's year.

She broke the embrace and gave a kiss on Sakura's forehead. Fugaku was content with just giving her a smile, which Sakura returned shyly.

If she wasn't a maid then, she would have been a doctor or a singer. She just couldn't choose between the two. Sakura had learned to play various instruments in her high school years. When Fugaku and Mikoto saw that she had a way with music, they insisted that she use the music room and make her own songs. Music was her escape from everyday life. She found it very relaxing to make music. Fugaku soon realized that music emoted her feelings. If she was depressed, her tune and lyrics would carry that. If she was happy, the tempo would be fast and the mood bubbly and so on. And very soon, with the help of her laptop and instruments placed in the music room, which was her second favorite place in the whole world, she started composing new songs. Once sure about the composition she has made, she would save it on the main computer. From there, the Uchiha's could access them anytime. She did that because Fugaku loved to play her songs at the rich parties Uchihas threw now and then, but mostly he gave her a purpose to pursue her hobby.

Around 4 in the evening, she got a phone call from Ino Yamanaka, her best friend.

"Hey, forehead" she greeted.

"Hey, Ino-pig" Sakura greeted right back.

Ino laughed. "I am in town. Care to grace an old friend with your presence." said Ino coyly.

"Let me check my schedule" said Sakura in a mock serious voice and then, she laughed.

"Of course! Ino-pig!" she screamed. "I will just ask Mr. Uchiha and meet you around 5 at Café Bitez." she said.

"Ok, see you then" Ino replied and ended the call.

Café Bitez was just outside the town and very near to the Uchiha manor, which was located in the outskirts of the city. When Sakura entered Ino was already there. Latter gave a loud squeal, alarming the diners seated near her and almost pounced on Sakura. Sakura just laughed and hugged her back.

"I have missed you so much, Sakura" said Ino and broke the embrace to see her face.

"Me too, Ino" Sakura smiled.

Ino was wearing tight navy blue jeans with a white off-shoulder top and white sparkling pumps. Sakura had not bothered to change much, she was wearing her work clothes minus the coat. Both of them sat down and a waiter came and gave them the menus. After looking through it, both of them placed their orders.

"So, how was the World Tour?" asked Sakura as the waiter went away with their orders.

Ino Yamanaka was a very popular singer. She was famous for being able to sing all genre of songs, pop, rock, hip-hop, dance, R&B, you name it and Ino Yamanaka could do it. She was the one who had introduced Sakura to music. Both of them had learned to play various instruments together. Sakura got so caught up in music that now she could play almost all the instruments. Plus, Ino was an amazing dancer as well and her many ex-boyfriends could vouch that. Some lucky guys had been the recipient of her exotic dance moves.

"Very hectic but in a way rewarding too. I always get amazed to see my fans" said Ino excitedly.

Sakura just smiled at her best friends actions.

"What about you? Are you still Mr. hot Uchiha's home manager?" asked Ino mischievously.

"Well, yes. And stop saying like that he is my employer" replied Sakura.

"Fine. So…., any guy I should know about." asked Ino.

"No" said Sakura simply.

"NOOOOOO" screeched Ino, making the diners near them jump, "What do you mean? How long do you plan to stay a virgin?"

"Ino" shushed Sakura as the diners nearby gave them dirty looks.

"Well?" prompted Ino.

"Ino, I have so much on my plate. Every day is a new challenge. I barely get time for myself." said Sakura tiredly.

"By the way, when the time is right or when I am destined to meet the man of my dreams, I will…, you know, have a relationship." she finished.

"Stop living in a fairytale, Sakura" said Ino shaking her head slightly.

"What about you huh? You are also single." huffed Sakura.

"By choice, Sakura and I have had boyfriends in the past. But you, you have had none." said Ino gesturing at her with one hand.

Sakura didn't say anything.

"Whatever" said Ino, "I have some little formalities to wrap up, which will take like 2-3 months, after that I am on a break and then we will hook you up with someone, Deal?"

Sakura just giggled. "Deal" she replied.

Sasuke was very late. It was almost 12:30 in the night. He knew he was going to be late so he had dismissed his driver and had asked him to report in the morning. He locked his office and stepped in the glass elevator. He got out on the ground floor where only a security guard was present. The guard saluted him to which he gave a curt nod and stepped out of his company's building. He got into his Mercedes and threw his briefcase callously in the back. "I will have to sleep without food today." he thought. He sighed and turned the key in the ignition. His car's engine revved to life and he pushed out of the Uchiha incorporation's grounds.

Twenty minutes later, he had parked his car and was making his way to the front door. He fished out the keys of the main door from his pocket and opened it up. He stepped inside and found the whole house in total darkness.

"As expected" sighed Sasuke.

As he was making his way to the stairs that took him to his room, he heard a piano playing. He stopped and strained his ears. It was definitely a piano. He made his way to the music room. He pushed open his door to find Sakura playing the piano.

(Please imagine Sakura playing a piano version of 'Let it go from the movie Frozen')

"That's beautiful" said Sasuke.

Sakura jumped in her seat.

"Oh Sasuke!" she exclaimed.

"Oh….Um…Thank you" she blushed.

"You were waiting for me?" questioned Sasuke.

"Yeah. Someone had to give you food. Let me just set it up" she replied.

Sasuke smirked as she passed him by and made her way to the kitchen. Five minutes later, she had set up the food on the table. He asked her to sit with him while he had his meal. They made some small talk while Sasuke ate his food. After finishing his dinner, Sasuke addressed the issue of his vacation.

"Sakura, I am giving a cruise party on Anemistí̱ras for a week at the end of this month and I want you to come along to supervise everything. I want everything to go smoothly and there is no one better than you that can help me achieve that." He said.

She nodded.

"I will give you the list of invitees in the morning. Please see that all the invites reach them properly." he said and got up from his chair. Sakura followed suit.

They both climbed the staircase in total silence. On reaching the landing both turned in opposite directions and made their way to their respective rooms.

"Sakura" she heard Sasuke say.

She turned to look at him.

"Thank you" he said impassively.

She just smiled and nodded. Both of them went to their rooms.

I am really sorry for the late update. I was really busy last week with submissions and stuff in college. I will try to be more regular from now. Thank you to all my followers and reviewers, you guys know who you are. Also, thanks to people who have favorite my story. I am really grateful for all the views and love you guys have given me. The story will start picking up pace real soon. Stay tuned.

Katty09 signing out.