#[7.25 months in] [sasuke 04]#
Sakura,
My journey is going well. I am currently in Ishigakure, where I am replenishing my supplies and gathering my wits. I am not sure if I will go to Wind as I had originally planned. The Hokage has contacted me in regards to a mission in Suna, and I feel that I must comply. I have received word from Gaara also, and I'm considering his offer. My journey would be cut short, where upon I would travel to Suna to complete a protection mission. I am not regretful about my travels, however. The people in this town are peaceful, just like the other places I have been to.
Sakura - I can say now that I believe. The shinobi world isn't the same as it once was. I can feel my perceptions are starting to shift. Though, I am still a pessimist.
I don't have much to update you on, despite the time that we have not talked. I can only congratulate you on your success and tell you that I hope to rise in rank also, when I return.
To answer your other question, I do note the distance that I am from Konoha; I look at the map often, in fact. However, the years that I travelled without bonds were not as pleasant as these days. While I think of home, and of you, I do not feel far because this is the closest that I have been.
Before I could not understand your feelings, but now I will admit that I miss home.
When I come back I hope to be healed.
I hope to become a reliable shinobi of the leaf, to see my friends, and if possible…talk with you.
I will send word when I arrive in Suna. Do not worry if you are unable to reply by this point. I wish you luck with your responsibilities.
Yours,
Sasuke
Ps. The photo does look familiar. Perhaps you can see the likeness of the girl beside the boy. She looks annoying.