#[five and a half months in] [sasuke 03]#
Dear Sakura,
I am writing you as I move forward in my journey. I have completed my mission for Konoha, and find myself in the Village of the Hidden Sound. I am disguised as a wanderer, using genjutsu. What I am undertaking is not considered dangerous, however, it does require a degree of finesse.
I apologise that I can't say more…
Unfortunately, I will be unable to write for awhile, after this. I am not sure how long it will be, or how long I will be in this place, but I will update you as soon as I can.
It has been five and a half months now, and I am thinking of home; I have been thinking of you, sometimes. I wonder if you have been thinking the same…
I am not surprised to hear of your nomination for Jounin. I do not doubt that you will succeed while I am away.
Are you happy with your achievement?
I'm proud of your success, Sakura. It reminds me of when I thought you were incapable. I apologise for underestimating you.
You have been thinking of the past, and honestly, so have I.
I have been revisiting a lot of memories lately - some are good, while others are not. I don't feel the same now, when I remember, though; I can think freely, without guilt, or worry.
Lack of guilt does not mean that I am absolved from my sins, however. I still have a long way to go…
I apologise that I don't have more information to give you, or stories to tell. I have been eating rather bland food, and am missing real meals. Also, I have cut my hair - it was annoying.
I will tell you, before I forget, that I received your gift. I will wear it with gratitude.
Please find enclosed a gift of my own. I hope this knife (procured on my travels) brings you luck. The holster is mine, that I give to you. Wear it with pride during your exam.
Remember that your strength lies in persistence. I am certain that you will do well.
I will write when I am able.
Sleep in between study - You're not an idiot.
Yours,
Sasuke
Ps.
I've decided that I don't want to go backwards.
Will you move forward with me, Sakura?