A/N:Alright this is the newest chapter I got. I just want everyone to know that I consider the first five chapters to be the prologue to my whole story.

Disclaimer: I do not own Naruto.

Picnic

The sun rose from the west to awaken a grouchy Uchiha from his blissful dream that starred a certain short pink haired individual. No longer able to escape its rays he slowly stepped out of his bed to reveal his bare chest perfectly chiseled to perfection. Putting on a blue muscle shirt and white pants where an Uchiha fan rested on his left thigh. Slipping on a pair of sandals he walked around the palace in search of food and never elusive Sakura. Wandering around the fragrant halls he overheard some maids talking about a sakura viewing tonight in the city. Continuing on his way he took note of the night event.

As the sun's rays entered another room that belonged to a particular sleep deprived Sakura for she kept replaying last night's events over and over in her head. She did not know how to face the Uchiha. The only thing that she knew was that images of his enticing visage ruled her thoughts and her heart skipped a beat. ::growl:: She wondered where the sound came from. Until she heard it again and realized it was her stomach begging to be fed. Finally getting out of bed she went to change out of her pink nighty and into a pink spaghetti strap with the Haruno symbol on the back and red sweat pants. Walking along the enclosed corridors she took a deep breath, inhaling the different fragrances of the kingdom she swore to protect.

"Ahhhh nothing like the sweet smell of home… I just hope I don't see that cocky bastard aga omph…" before she could finish voicing her thoughts she had collided with a muscular body that just turned the corner.

"Omph…what the…hmmm… well well looks like I didn't have to go searching for you after all," Sasuke said delighted to see his soul mate again.

All she could do was blush furiously at his sudden appearance with the images that kept her awake repeat over yet again. Standing there motionless Sasuke decided to tease her with the given opportunity. Inching closer to her face he placed a chaste kiss on her forehead. Snapping out of her little fantasy back to the shocking reality she quickly backed away from the sudden contact and yelled at the playful Sasuke.

"HEY WHY DID YOU DO THAT FOR!!!!!" she said.

The last thing she saw in front of her was a gentle smile dwelling on his face before disappearing in a blink of an eye to right behind her.

"My reason is because you are meant for me… which makes you mine and mine alone," he whispered in her ear while embracing her small body. Then he placed a small kiss on her cheek hoping to get another interesting reaction.

The words processed in her mind and she became irritated by the meaning of it. She thought it meant that she is an item that he claimed. The next thing Sasuke felt was the stabbing pain of her elbow grinding into his throbbing six pack. Releasing her from his grasp he just saw her walking towards the dining hall for breakfast. Not expecting that reaction he tries to recover from the sudden attack. Then he followed the pissed off Sakura to the aroma of freshly prepared food.

After having their fill of the exquisite delicacies, Sasuke looked at Jiraiya and wondered why he had a black eye on his right one. Sasuke realized that he must have done something perverted to earn that mark. Looking around the table once more he saw Naruto STILL gobbling down bowl after bowl of ramen with the same purple haired woman right next to the blonde fool, however there were tints of red on her cheeks. Since there was a lack of seating Sakura was forced to sit right next to the Sasuke bastard. Sasuke tried to make eye contact, but she turned away from his gaze.

"Haruno-san who is that girl sitting next to Naruto," he said in order to earn some sort of forgiveness through formality instead of familiarity.

Startled with the formal use of her name she could not help, but have the courtesy to respond to his question.

"That is Hyuuga Hinata. She is the heiress to the Hyuuga clan of the East Kingdom. Also by the looks of it she has taken a liking to your glutton of a friend," she said never making eye contact.

He nodded to the newly gathered information and thought about another Hyuuga that lived in the West Kingdom.

"I wonder if their related…"he thought in bewilderment.

A few minutes past until Sakura finished her cup of herbal tea and left the dining hall in the hopes to escape the Uchiha's company for the rest of the day. As Sasuke saw her rise he went to follow her in order to clarify his previous statement that ended with an elbow in the gut. Once he caught up to the powering walking cherry blossom he gently gripped her upper arm to prevent any sudden disappearance.

"Let go of me or I'll make you let go of my," she hissed at his touch.

Preparing her fist for a strike, she was then wide eyed when he complied with her request. Lowering her fist she stood there waiting to at least hear what he has to say. Acknowledging the fact that she is willing to listen he decides to invite her to tonight's events.

"Come with me to the sakura viewing tonight and I will tell you the reason for me actions," he said connecting her emerald eyes with his onyx ones.

Curiosity is what led her answer to be a yes. She wanted to know why he was acting the way he did and why he was like this when she was around. She had taken note of his coldness to many strangers, but was she not in that category of strangers too?

As he departed from Sakura after their small chat ending with her agreement to his request, he went to the kitchen and made some onigiri, sushi, and miscellaneous types of fruits. for tonight's festivities. He wanted to make it into a night time picnic in the hopes of winning her affections. Packing the last content for the picnic he left to his room to change into a simple navy blue yukata for traditional purposes. Heading towards the castle entrance as agreed upon by both parties. He was the first to arrive, but then he saw Sakura glide down the steps draped in a white kimono with cherry blossom petals decorating the pure outfit. She had tied up her hair up with chopsticks that had small sakura flowers adorning it. He gaped at how marvelous she looked and in response to her beauty he presented his right arm for her to grab hold while he held the picnic basket with his left. She was at first hesitant to take the offer, but she reluctantly intertwined her arm with his.

Leaving the palace walls he asked Sakura to lead the way to a secluded area where no one will disturb them. Understanding the need for privacy she led him to her favorite viewing spot that many people didn't know about. It had taken some tribulation like crossing through a shady forest where the howls of wolves echoed into their ears in order to reach her private sanctuary. Finally reaching their destination Sasuke's breath was taken away as he saw the dancing petals pass him by, illuminated by the moon's light. Finding the perfect spot to view all the sakura tress he started to unpack their dinner and set it on top the fabric that separated the grass from their food. They settled into comfy positions consuming the delicious rations. In silence they diverted their attention to the amazing view.

"Why…" Sakura said to break the silence in order to receive the answer she sought.

"Do you believe in destiny?" He asked to start his explanation.

"I believe in coincidences. Destiny is just a fabrication made by random people to give a reason to their existence," she replied with her atheist views. His eyes filled with pain by her pessimistic ideal.

"Too bad then, but did you know that if you were to meet a person three times in one day by coincidence then it means your destined to be them?" he said gazing at the starry sky.

She gazed at him in disbelief for the fact that he would believe in such nonsense. Unable to respond to what he said she let quiet night prevail over the situation.

Noticing her lack of response he turned to her and asked, "how many times did we meet yesterday by accident?"

She counted in her head. "First in the battle field, second on top of the castle's steps and third in the garden…three times…"

Remembering what he said she was a little disheartened because he only did those things were for his ideal that they are destined for one another and that he didn't care for her as an individual.

"So that is the only reason why. You think that we are DESTINED for each other is that it," her voice faltering as she held back some tears. She was brought to this state of emotional instability for the reason of she had fallen in love with him from the moment their eyes met.

Hearing her staggering tone he sensed another miscommunication between them.

"I believe in destiny…but just know that I fell for you on that bloody battle field and was saddened by the thought that I would not be tied to you…"he replied trying to comfort her and remove any doubts she has. However she did not waver from her present state.

Not liking the fact that she doesn't trust his words he slowly went to grab her right hand. Lightly holding it in his, he brought her palm to his left peck and placed her hand on his heart. She felt his heart beat race against her touch. Her eyes were first diverted to his chest but then jade meets opaque orbs only to quickly turn to the side as a red tint graced his cheeks. She giggled at his embarrassed actions and continued to feel his never ceasing fast beat.

"I want you to… no I need you to understand that this heart of mine beats for you and only you. If destiny played a part in us coming together then I thank them with all my soul for giving us the chance to love each other…," he voiced while avoiding her gaze.

Her heart soared through the sky as she felt the very thing he was feeling through the rhythmic beats. He just loves her. Thinking that words are not needed anymore she moved closer to his face. Using her left hand she cupped the side of his face and brought his lips in for a passionate kiss.

When she parted for air she murmured on his lips, "I love you too…" and they resumed their previous actions ending the night with the warmth of their lips.

A/N Do you guys want a graphic lemon, sweet lemon, or no lemon at all in the coming chapters? Tell me in the reviews.