AN: I apologize for the very long wait. You see, I've been away from civilization because of an important mission. But anyway, I still continued writing this story even if I am in the midst of the forest.

By the way, I asked for my cousin's help to make up for the last chapter.

Sakura left the Uchiha sleeping comfortably on his apartment. She was a bit worried about his condition because he lost a lot of blood. She has to force him to rest for a while to regain his strength back.

A sad smile cross her lips as she thought of what happened a moment ago…

Flashback

"Sakura, look at me."

She did. She felt his warm lips covering hers. She was surprised for a second but instinctively wrapped her arms around his neck. They kissed for a long time, tasting each other. A moan escaped from her lips as Sasuke's tongue explored her mouth. His hands stroked her back gently and her fingers worked themselves deep into his raven hair.

The separated breathing hungry gasps of air. There was a tense silence between them as she avoid his gaze.

Sakura turned her back on him, confused of the Uchiha's sudden action. Why now? She asked herself.

"I've been wondering…" Sasuke spoke behind her. "Since I came back, you don't seem to go near me anymore. I thought perhaps you have given up on me."

She heard his footsteps come close but she didn't turn around. "I did, a long time ago…" she lied. I don't want you to get involve in the problem I'm in right now.

She heard him sighed. "I knew exactly what you're going through right now, Sakura. You may have hidden your pain well but I can still see the loneliness in your eyes."

Sakura fought back the tears that threatened to fall from her emerald eyes. She tried to stop herself from sobbing but failed. She was shocked when she felt Sasuke's hug from behind.

"Just remember, you're not alone…" he whispered behind her ear.

End of Flashback

I know, she thought to herself. But I have to do this thing on my own.

She made her way to the Hokage's building and found herself standing in front of Tsunade's office.

The kunoichi was about to knock when she heard a familiar name spoken behind the door. She decided to eavesdrop.

"… rescued Haruno Fumika." A low hoarse voice said.

"Don't tell me you're─" Tsunade's voice was cut off.

Sakura, whose beginning to be curious, peep into the keyhole. She saw a man standing in front of the Hokage, holding a mask on his right hand. She couldn't see his face because he was facing the other way.

Tsunade's mouth was slightly agape but she regained her composure. Her eyes slightly narrowed. "You look like─"

"Him?" the man answered abruptly pointing to the thick folder in front of her.

The Godaime nodded, her eyes a little alert.

"Don't worry. I'm assuring you I'm not 'him'. I could prove it." He said while gesturing to the ANBU tattoo on his arm. "But we're twins, actually."

"Who are you then and what is your business here?" Tsunade raised an eyebrow.

"Fujima Takuya, commissioned hunter-nin seventeen years ago." He introduced himself.

Tsunade stared in amazement.

The door burst open and in came the pink haired Chuunin. "A-are you r-really?" Sakura said, her voice shaking.

The man turned around. He looked exactly like the man in the picture. Only, this one looks older having a sun-browned face. He stared at Sakura, his jade eyes intense with the glint of worry for the kunoichi.

"Sakura…" he whispered.

"Otou-san!" she shouted, rushing to hug the man she had waited for a long time. Tears streamed down her face as she buried her face on her father's chest.

"Sasuke-teme! Hey, wake up!"

The ANBU awakened from his deep slumber, annoyed by the voice of his blonde friend. He stood up and reached for Naruto's collar. "What is it, dobe?" he asked.

"I just like to ask if you've seen Sakura-chan." He grinned boyishly. "I've been looking for her all over the village. It's like she'd gone off somewhere."

"You dobe! You should have told me earlier!" he yelled at the fox-boy.

"Geez, what did I do now?" Naruto asked, scratching his head.

"Idiot! She shouldn't be alone because she's in danger." he explained worriedly.

"You shouldn't worry too much, teme. She's a lot stronger now and she can defend herself without our help." The blonde ranted on.

"You better be sure…" the Uchiha said, grabbing his weapons before leaving his apartment.

Naruto followed shortly after him, still puzzled.

Reviews please! Thank you for the comments I gladly appreciate it. Any suggestions? I'm running out of ideas. It would be a long time before I could update but I'll try my best to finish this story.