As Winter soon vanished into Spring so did Lee's and Gaara's engagement. "Sasuke, hurry up!" Naruto called from the Uchiha's front door. "Give me a minute!" Sasuke protested before appearing in a black suit. "Sexy" Naruto smiled, giving his lover a thumbs up. "We better hurry or we'll be late for the wedding" Naruto said before they both headed towards the field just outside of Konoha's gates. When they arrived, they took to sitting in the front where their designated seats were. Then, as the sun appeared from behind the clouds the wedding began.
It was beautiful, both Lee and Gaara were in suits, though Lee's was white and green instead of black and red like Gaara's. "You may now kiss your soulmate" Tsunade smiled, watching the two male's share a loving kiss before those who were gathered cheered. The after party was out of control but in a good manner of course. Sasuke and Naruto were dancing alongside the newly weds while the girls drooled over both couples. "I told you they'd get together" Ino snorted as Sakura giggled gently. "I'm so happy for them.." she said, watching them dance hand in hand to the soft flow of the music.
"You two will be sharing a moment like this in the future, riiight?" Tsunade teased Naruto who blushed, burying his face in Sasuke's chest who smiled warmly. "That question has no answer, for the moment" Sasuke chuckled, catching Tsunade's playful wink before walking over to the table of sake. "My little lover is so shy" Sasuke laughed, looking down to Naruto who growled softly. "Stop growing, bastard" Naruto said, pouting until Sasuke began to smother him in kisses. "I'll drown you in kisses everytime you pout" Sasuke threatened as Naruto grinned. "Good to know" he said, winking and turning away to head over to Gaara.
Throughout the following years Naruto had his fair share of near death experiences after being promoted to anbu leader. Sasuke did as well, now being under the command of his much smaller lover but they pulled through. Now as Naruto was 21 and Sasuke 22, they were at the top of the ranks over their friends who were either Jonin or Elites. Lee had taken to living back at Gaara's place, happily sharing each other's company. And to add onto that, Kakashi and Iruka even ended up getting married too. Their wedding was just as beautiful as Lee's and Gaara's, though both newly weds got drunk beyond wonder.
As Autumn slowly made it's appearance once more Naruto was turning 22, something Sasuke was obsessing over. "Calm down, I'm only turning 22!" Naruto said as Sasuke frantically thought of what to get his lover. "Anyway, I need to go help Tsunade with some paper work.. I'll be back sexy" Naruto said, poking Sasuke's nose before kissing it. Sasuke grumbled, his cheeks flushing a soft pink as he watched the blonde leave the main house. Sasuke had so happily accepted Naruto's company in living with him, even if he ate like there was no tomorrow he loved everything about him. Snapping out of his little lovey dovey moment Sasuke groaned loudly, walking out of his house.
"Sasukee!" Sakura said, calling to the Uchiha from Ino's flower shop. "Anything in mind on what you're getting Naruto tomorrow?" she asked him, causing him to lower his head in shame. "No" Sasuke whined as Sakura giggled. "What about a ring?" she suggested, perking Sasuke's interest. "Wait, an engagement ring?" Sasuke said, now eying the female who shrugged. "Not really what I was thinking but oh my god.. Do you want to marry Naruto!" she squealed which was then followed by Ino's squeals. "Hm.." Sasuke thought, his mouth slowly moving into a sly grin. "I know just what to get him!" Sasuke said, thanking both females before leaving.
Meanwhile in Tsunade's office Naruto was constantly filling out paperwork while Tsunade sat back, drinking sake. "Mm.. Naruto, I have a question I want to ask of you" she said, waving her hand to him in meaning for him to stop writing. "What is it, granny?" Naruto asked, looking to her as she struggled to pull herself to her feet. "You're turning 22 tomorrow, correct?" she said, staring at Naruto who slowly nodded. "Well, I and the elders have decided on something.." she said, letting her words hang for a moment before continuing. "Konoha would be happy, no.. honored to have you as the sixth hokage" she smiled, regardless of her flushed cheeks from drinking.
"Are you.. serious?" Naruto exclaimed, his eyes widening as she laughed, nodding. "You have earned your right as the next Hokage, squirt" she smiled as Naruto threw himself into her arms. "You won't regret this, granny!" Naruto said, shaking as tears of joy spilled down his cheeks. "You'll start the day after tomorrow, so be ready to fill out even more paperwork" she laughed, patting Naruto's head gently. Sasuke on the other hand was out and about, trying his best to find the perfect gift for his lover. And just as the day was coming to an end he set his sights upon the perfect one. Though extremely expensive he purchased it anyway, knowing full well that Naruto was worth it.
"Welcome home" Naruto smiled to Sasuke who walked in the door, grocery bags in his hands as his gift for Naruto was hidden away in his jacket. "Heh, how was filling out the paperwork?" Sasuke asked, walking into the kitchen as he sat the groceries down. "Wait, before anything.." Naruto said, running into the living room before running back out with a scroll. "Here, you've earned it" Naruto said, looking to Sasuke with hopeful blue eyes as Sasuke opened it. It was silent when the Uchiha read over it, his face expressionless until closing the scroll. "Seriously..?" Sasuke said, looking down to Naruto who quickly nodded. "You idiot" he chuckled, picking his lover up. "To think, I'm the boyfriend of the sixth Hokage" Sasuke said proudly as Naruto laughed.
"You'll be my right hand man too" Naruto said as they sat down on the couch together. "You sure I can really handle being the anbu leader though?" Sasuke asked as Naruto pinched his cheeks lightly. "I have faith in my Sasu, so hush those lips" Naruto smiled, kissing his lover gently. "Tomorrow I think I'm just going to relax and enjoy a day off before signing to be Hokage" Naruto said, leaning his head on Sasuke's shoulder. "Actually, I have something big planned for tomorrow" Sasuke quickly noted, a small smile on his lips as Naruto sighed. "You sneaky cat.." he said, laughing softly.
The next day Naruto was woken up by Sasuke who seemed to be in a rush. "Naruto, hurry upp!" the Uchiha whined as Naruto sleepily got out of bed. "Get dressed, now!" Sasuke added and ran out of the bedroom. With a sigh Naruto did as he was told, sliding into some warm clothes until putting his shoes on. "Where are we going?" Naruto asked as Sasuke frantically put his shoes on as well. "Naruto, I'm going to blindfold you until we get there.. okay?" Sasuke said as Naruto blinked, now extremely confused. "O..kay Sasuke" he said, allowing Sasuke to blindfold him before feeling himself get picked up. "I'll carry you to where we are going" he said, laughing a bit.
As Naruto gently clung to Sasuke he felt the Autumn air around him, along with the smell of water. "Are we there yet?" Naruto asked as Sasuke stopped, setting his lover down gently. "Yes but don't take that blindfold off yet" Sasuke said as he reached into his jacket, pulling out a velvet navy blue box. "Now can I?" Naruto asked after a moment before feeling the blindfold being removed. "Yep" Sasuke said, smiling a bit as he hid the box in his pocket. "This.." Naruto blinked, looking around in amazement. "This is where I realized my love for you, Naruto" Sasuke said, pointing to the spot where they had their first true battle. "This is where I.. failed to bring you back the first time.." Naruto said, looking to the large statues that had cracked over time.
"Yep.." Sasuke said, growing silent as Naruto stared at him. "Why are we here?" Naruto then asked, though smiling uncontrollably. "I.." Sasuke began to speak before immediately falling down onto one knee. Reaching into his pocket he pulled out the box, cradling it gently in his hand as he looked up to Naruto. "Naruto Uzumaki.. It's been about eight years since I first realized my feelings for you.. I didn't know why I fell in love with someone like you but.. I came to realize it was because of who you are.. You make each day brighter, you always find the good in people and you always find a solution to people's problems" Sasuke said, his voice flowing like liquid sugar as Naruto stared down at him.
"What I'm wanting to say though is.. Will you.. Come to dinner with me tonight?" Sasuke asked, opening the box as he exposed an Ichiraku Ramen coupon. Naruto, absolutely stunned blinked as he eyed the coupon. "Yes!" he then said, tackling Sasuke to the ground as they both laughed. 'Part one.. check!' Sasuke thought to himself as he cuddled Naruto lightly. Throughout the day both Sasuke and Naruto gave eachother their full attention, completely avoiding all other contact until they returned to Konoha. "Welcome you two!" the guy at the counter in Ichiraku Ramen smiled, waiting to take their orders. Sasuke quickly winked to the man who smiled widely, looking to Naruto who was oblivious to it all.
"Thank you for the food!" Naruto said before breaking apart his chopsticks, immediately digging in to his ramen. By times he was on his eighth bowl he was full, rubbing his belly contently. "Now I want to take you somewhere else" Sasuke said, looking to Naruto with warm eyes of slate as Naruto blinked. "Okay then" he said as the two left, thanking the man and his daughter. "Somewhere I've hidden a gift for you, and it's up to you to find it" Sasuke said as he led Naruto to the very first training grounds where they were tested by Kakashi. "Then, when you find it don't open it, you'll have to find me to do that" Sasuke added, smiling innocently before disappearing.
Naruto confused stood in the dark, looking around slowly. "Bastard.." Naruto whined, a pout appearing on his face before he began searching. About an hour or so passed before Naruto came across a medium sized box, one that was rather plain but had his name in capitals on it. "Huzzah!" he said happily before rushing to find Sasuke. It seemed like eternity before Naruto eventually found the Uchiha, sitting on the swing outside of the academy. "Found you!" Naruto panted, pointing to his lover who chuckled in an amused manner. "Good job my little Fox" Sasuke said, praising Naruto as he snatched the box out of his hands. "Now you can have your gift" Sasuke said, opening the box before exposing a smaller box within it.
Just like previously that day, Sasuke fell down to one knee - the box nestled in his hand gently. "Another coupon?" Naruto blinked, looking down at Sasuke who laughed, shaking his head. "Will you marry me?" Sasuke asked the question bluntly before opening the box, exposing the silver ring within. Naruto stood motionless, his mouth falling open as he eyed the Uchiha. "What..?" Naruto asked, going weak in the knees as Sasuke smirked. "Will you marry me, Naruto Uzumaki?" Sasuke asked, watching Naruto fall to his knees while twitching. "Sasuke..?" Naruto said his lover's name out of shock and confusion as he extended a hand towards him. Smiling gently Sasuke took Naruto's hand in his, pulling him close as he then felt warm tears against his neck.
"Bastard.." Naruto sniffled, burying his face in the crook of Sasuke's neck as he felt his lover slide the ring onto his ring finger on his left hand. "I love you so much Naruto.." Sasuke said softly, his arms wrapping around the Uzumaki male lovingly. "I love you too, cat.." Naruto said almost breathlessly before feeling himself get picked up. "So I guess, that's a yes right?" Sasuke said as he carried Naruto back to the Uchiha district. "Duh.." Naruto said, his cheeks red as he stared up at Sasuke. "But.." Naruto began to speak until he felt Sasuke's lips against his, his words immediately muffled and forgotten. "Don't ask why I decided on this.. I just did.." Sasuke said, basically reading Naruto's mind.