Hi Folks!! Well, it turns out that to get on the internet on board the cruise ship is 0.30 a minute…considering that I have no money and that my mom wouldn't let me charge anything, so I had to wait until I got home and THEN I had to clean out our suitcases while my sister spent the night at a friends house. Which sucks…Anyways, here is Chapter 6 of Broken!!
Last Time: 'This is why I wish you would listen to me…'
'Stop criticizing me already!!'
'Fine, but don't blame me when this conversation hits a turn for the worse…'
"Well that even though you say everything's alright, I've heard from some very reliable sources that things aren't all peachy between you two. I'd like to hear your side before I tell you what I've found out.
'Oh Shit….'
'Sweetie, 'Oh Shit' doesn't even begin to cover it…Sorry but you're on your own from here on out.'
"What do you mean 'My side of the story'?"
"Sakura, my dear, you've been my student for a couple of years now. I know you're smarter then this. I simply want to know how you're relationship is going. Seriously though, no lies."
Gulping audibly, Sakura thought for a moment then stared past the Hokage, out the window. The sky was a light shade of blue, with not many clouds to obstruct the sun's rays. She wished that Sasuke wasn't an alcoholic, that he was his old, normal self. She wished that things could be like they were before. It was a bittersweet feeling that it was a year ago that, on a day almost exactly like this one, he told her he loved her.
-Flashback-
He had surprised her when he had asked if she wanted to have a picnic with him. Nodding energetically, she asked if there was anything that she could bring. Saying that there he had taken care of everything, she slipped on some shoes then followed him. When they got to the Uchiha District, Sasuke told Sakura to close her eyes and just follow him. Worried about stumbling, she grabbed his hand, keeping her eyes closed and wondering what in the world could be going on. They seemed to walk forever until Sasuke let go of her hand for a moment.
"Sasuke?" Opening her eyes, she saw that they were down by a small lake, and that barely a few feet in front of her, was a beautifully set up picnic, complete with a red and white checkered picnic sheet.
"Oh, it's so beautiful." Turning to her side she saw Sasuke smiling at her, an actual, sincere smile, gracing his lips.
"So, do you want to stare at it all day, or do you want to sample my cooking?" Sasuke replied, smirking a bit. Blushing, Sakura sat down on one corner of the picnic while Sasuke sat next to her. Opening the basket, Sasuke pulled out some French bread, as well as some homemade sandwiches. Towards the bottom of the bottom of the basket there were also some water bottles and some dessert.
"I didn't know you cooked Sasuke-kun."
"Well, you kind of have to learn how when you live alone."
"Oh…right."
"It's alright. Just try the sandwich and tell me if you like it. I haven't cooked for anybody...ever…so I have yet to hear some ones opinion." He said, gesturing to the sandwich in Sakura's hands. Taking off the plastic wrap, Sakura daintily took a bite. Chewing it over, then swallowing it, her face began to contort and she began to cough and started to shake.
"Sakura?! Are you okay?!"
Not answering, she broke into a large coughing fit then fell backwards onto the hillside behind her.
"SAKURA?!" Sasuke was starting to freak out. He jumped up and went over to where she had landed, and then brushed the hair that had been covering her face to the side. Her face was still contorting alright, not in pain, but in laughter. Discovering that her ruse had been uncovered, Sakura turned to face Sasuke.
"Gotcha!" And then she started to laugh.
"Hey! That wasn't funny at ALL!" He stated, trying to remain calm and cool.
"Your expression was priceless!"
"So my cooking was that bad huh? Figures."
"No, actually, it's pretty good."
Sitting back up, Sakura resumed eating the sandwich, while Sasuke finished his. They both stared off into the lake, waiting for the other to start speaking. Finally, Sasuke broke the silence as the sun finished its daily journey, basking them in red light.
"There is a reason I wanted you to come here you know."
"Oh really?" This got Sakura interested. Turning towards the dark haired Uchiha, she waited for him to continue.
"Well, for the longest time, I've been wondering what I should do about this."
"About what?"
"Us." Hearing him saying that made Sakura's stomach flutter. Regaining her normal attitude she innocently asked, "What about us?"
"Well, you see I don't know how to explain it."
Disappointed, Sakura turned back to face the sunset reflecting off of the blue-green waters.
"But I've always heard that actions speak louder then words so…" He trailed off, turning back to face her. Simultaneously Sakura turned to see Sasuke's normally placid features alive with a mysterious glow. Time seemed to pass in slow motion as Sasuke leaned towards Sakura petite frame, then planted a passionate kiss on her succulent pink lips. For a moment, she was shocked, and then she realized what was going on. She let all rational thought go, wanting this moment to go on forever.
He ran his tongue along her bottom lip, wanting to deepen their kiss. She gasped briefly, allowing him to enter her mouth. Their tongues both fought for dominance, each one trying to overcome the other. As usual, Sasuke won. After what seemed like forever to the two, Sakura broke their kiss, breathing deeply.
"I love you." Stating the obvious was something that he didn't do very often. Whether it was the adrenaline pumping through her veins or what, but in the most seductive voice she could muster she said: "Shut up and kiss me." This time it was Sakura on the offence, grabbing Sasuke's face and pulling him closer to her. As she kissed him, she ran her fingers through his spiky black hair, enjoying every second of this. He ran his hands down her body, feeling her curves and wishing he could feel them closer. He parted their lips but continued to grant her lovely body kisses, starting with her neck and working down. After kissing the area that joined her neck and collarbone, he nibbled it, marking her as his and only his.
By this time, the sun had already set and it was the moon that basked them in its radiance. Moving her hands downward, Sakura moved them underneath his shirt, feeling his chest and abs.
"Just so you know Sasuke, this is as far as I'm going…"
He looked at her then smirked. "At least for now."
"Why you, Are Uchiha's right all the time?" she voiced in mock inquisition. Stopping what he was doing, Sasuke was slightly out of breath. He kissed her forehead then looked her in the eyes.
"Yep. 100 right all the time."
"Wow! Sasuke, you cracked a joke!!" she added oozing sarcasm.
"Well, since you and I are obviously taking a break from our previous activities, why don't we eat?"
The rest of the night went smoothly and only when they realized that it was nearly sunup did they part ways. With a goodnight/morning kiss, Sasuke watched Sakura walk up to her apartment door.
"See you soon Sasuke."
"Hn." Was his reply.
'Classic Sasuke.' She thought. 'Well, that went nicely.'
-Flashback Ends-
"Earth to Sakura. Hello…" Tsunade was waving her hand in front of the dazed girl.
"Wha-? Oh…" Staring downward she sighed. There was obviously no way to skirt around the truth. "I'm sorry. I was thinking about our first date. It was on a day like today, heh. Things sure were different back then."
In a quieter voice Tsunade added something. "I talked to Sasuke."
Inhaling sharply, the cherry blossom slowly raised her head to look somberly at the blonde.
"H-how much did he-"
"All of it. Or at least, from the last 6 months to the most recent 'event'."
"So then why do you want me to explain my side of the story if you already know what happened?"
"I just need to hear it from you point of view that's all."
"Well." Sakura's voice started rising in volume. "It doesn't matter who you hear it from, him or me! It's the same on either side!" Feeling herself close to tears, she excused herself. Before she stepped out of the office, Tsunade gave one last statement and it seemed to tear Sakura in half.
"He says he's really, really sorry. That's to quote his exact words."
She couldn't stand it anymore. Running out of the room she started to cry. Hot tears burned down her cheeks as she went to the only place where the haunting memories couldn't follow her. She passed various houses and stores, ignored the ogling stares of onlookers. She used up some chakra as a boost to hurry to get where she wanted to be. The sun started to set as she sat down on the grass overlooking the same blue-green waters that she had stared out years ago with Sasuke by her side.
That's where we're going to stop. If I continued anymore it would be really, really long. Well, now Sakura knows Tsunade knows about her and Sasuke. So what now? Well that's a good question.
How is Sasuke's detox going? Another good question.
Why was the flashback so long? Because it was a key point in this chapter.
Should the reader review? YES, YES, and YES!!
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J'ecris