Hi guys! So lately, i've been doing some research how to write the story in a much more interesting way, but it seems like it's going to be tough for me to show improvements *^* i'm really sorry if sometimes my grammar is off and words might be redundant. I hope i can be a better writer soon! I will also try to write the chapters more longer next time, so please look forward and don't stop giving reviews! It's my way of knowing that you guys are reading my work :) Thanks! - AUTHOR SHINJUCHI
Sasuke was lying on his bed, staring blankly at the ceiling. Ever since he returned to Konoha, nothing but surprises had been offered to him. It was an unusual day at his apartment, it was quiet and peaceful. He couldn't hear noises and laughter from his living room, there were no shouting and definitely no one annoying him. It was just yesterday that the family moved out and temporarily decided to live in the Uchiha compound. He was quite startled when he heard about it. After all, what happened on that house years ago still haunted him. 'Tch. All this silence is annoying me.' He got up from his bed with a displeased look on his face. He walked out of his room towards the living room, he paused as he looked around, he was having a flashback with Shinju and Keisuke running around playing ninja, while Junnosuke sitting somewhere studying some scrolls. He shrugged it off, shaking his head and released a deep sigh. All those things suddenly emerging inside his head was not only making him crazy but also restless.
He walked towards the door, put on his shoes and went out. He thought he needs to loosen up, so he decided to stroll out and maybe meet up with Naruto.
"So teme, what are you planning to do now?" Naruto eyed Sasuke as he gobble down on his ramen. Sasuke's eyebrow rose as he stared at his so-called best friend. "What are you saying?" he asked. Naruto chuckled at him, he signaled the old man for another bowl before turning to look at his friend, "You know what I'm saying! What are you planning to do with Sakura-chan now?" taking a new pair of chopsticks as he teasingly grinned at Sasuke. Sasuke grunted, looking away as he calmly continues eating his ramen.
"Oh come on teme! I'm sure you have a plan or two under your sleeves right? I mean… if I were you I would ask Sakura-chan to marry me now and make little Uch- ", Naruto was cut off when a mad Sasuke smacked his head, "I couldn't possibly do that you idiot!" Naruto rubbed his head and angrily looked at Sasuke, "What the heck teme! I was only giving you an advice!" Sasuke glared at his idiotic friend, "After all that happened between us, only a stupid loser like you will think like that. Knowing in advance that I'll end up with Sakura and having a family with her only makes it worse." Naruto responded with a confused look, "What do you mean Sasuke?"
With a deep sigh, Sasuke rolled his eyes, "How dumb can you get? All this revelations not only shocked me and Sakura but it's a hundred times more awkward and embarrassing now!" Naruto stared at his friend, he tried to control his laughter but burst out laughing. He gently punched his best friend's arm, "Wow teme, so even Uchihas can get embarrassed huh?" Sasuke glared at the blond, he exhaled as he shook his head, planning to ignore his friend's remarks.
"Fuck you dobe. Mind your own business."
While Sasuke and Naruto had their boy talk at Ichiraku's, Sakura was at Ino's place. Ino had this idea of having a catching up with the girls, inviting Sakura, Hinata and Tenten. The girls became really close during the war, fighting all out and proving to every shinobi out there that girls can be a strong fighter too.
"That is really crazy Sakura! I mean… I'm prettier than you, I have a way better body but yeah I know you're stronger and much more skilled but come on! Why you!?" Ino can really get into her nerves sometimes. 'Like seriously, are you really my best friend?' she thought, glaring at her which Ino only ignored. Tenten burst out laughing, "Aww don't be too harsh on her Ino!"
The girls were at Ino's room with Ino comfortably sitting on her bed with Sakura beside her, hugging one of her girly pillow. Tenten was at the floor leaning on the bed, while Hinata was at the little couch sitting beside Tenten. Sakura sighed, looking at her friends with a pitiful look, "I'm dying of embarrassment guys! This is so serious; I can't believe you can joke about it." She pouted as she sighed again. "Cheer up Sakura! Just be happy that your dreams finally came true." Tenten smirked, hitting her softly with a pillow. "Y-yes Sakura-chan… just don't stress yourself about it." Hinata added. Sakura smiled at Hinata as she deeply inhaled, she looked at her friends seriously but with a hint of worry on her face, "I just… I don't know how to face Sasuke anymore."
Her friends smiled gently at her, Ino patted her head as she clicked her tongue, "Don't worry Sakura, if there's a will, there's a way!" the girls nodded in agreement. "Yeah that's right Sakura, just enjoy the moment now!" said Tenten in a teasing way. She sure has her own way of comforting her. "Plus, I don't think it's a bad thing at all… knowing what the future is, I-I'm kind of jealous of you Sakura-chan." Hinata added, blushing slightly as she laughed. 'Hinata…' Sakura thought. Ino might be a little harsh on her, Tenten might be the teaser and Hinata might be a little shy to give her advice but still, these girls are her precious friends. Sakura awkwardly giggle at the thought.
"Thank you girls…really." She told them, smiling gladly at such friends beside her.
Naruto and Sasuke just finished their meal at Ichiraku and decided to take a walk around the village. Naruto was kicking tiny rocks randomly as they walked, as far as Sasuke was anxious about the events lately; he was nonetheless feeling the same. He was obviously curious to know about what is going on around that family. "Ne teme…" he called as he stopped his pace. Sasuke turned back to look at him, "What?" he asked. "Don't you want to go to the compound?" Sasuke's eyes went wide. As much as he wants to know about the situation of the family, the thought of entering his former home was still bothering him. Naruto studied his best friend, thinking he is not yet ready to step foot on that place, Naruto shrug it off chuckling, "Sorry… I was being rude." He continued walking, leaving Sasuke behind.
"I… I don't mind." Naruto turned around, a smile forming on his face.
They both walked towards the compound, unlike the first time he visited it when he arrived in Konoha, entering the compound gave off a little relaxing feeling. He guessed it might be because someone is actually living inside. The compound was big and spacious, walking towards the main house where the family is currently residing made Sasuke's heartbeat rose a little. He couldn't understand why, but he continued towards anyway.
"Hello! Anybody home?!", Naruto's loud voice echoed through the silent houses beside the main house. Sasuke scanned the surroundings as nostalgic feelings hit him. "Hmm… maybe they're not at home?" Naruto said rubbing his head in confusion. "Ah! Naruto… Sasuke-kun!"
Sakura's future self appeared in front of them, with a cloth masked on her face just under her eyes covering her nose as she carried a broom on her hand. She took off the cloth and coughed, "Ah I'm sorry… it's still so dusty around here." She showed them her broom, smiling widely at them. "Come on in." she gestured them to get inside and the two of them can slowly hear noises coming from the inside. "Just go inside the living room, the children are all in there. If you're looking for Sasuke, he's at the kitchen fixing the broken tap." She told them as she continued cleaning, leaving the boys alone. Naruto grinned widely as he grabbed Sasuke towards the living room. Sasuke grunted but followed anyway.
"Ah! Father! Naruto-ojisan!", Keisuke and Shinju shouted excitedly, running towards them. Naruto bent down, hugging the two kids as he happily carries them around playing helicopter. The children's laughter echoed in the house, Sasuke watched them with soft eyes. 'Not bad Naruto…who would've thought you're good at dealing with kids.' Sasuke smirked, sitting down when a Junnosuke's figure came inside the room, carrying a tray with tea on it. "Nice to see you again, father." Junnosuke said as he placed down the tea on the table while Naruto settled down beside Sasuke. "Okay, let's play again later… I need to catch up my breath!" he told them as the kids continued on playing with each other.
"Junnosuke… I presumed you'll be leaving soon?" Sasuke asked, holding his tea firmly on his hands. Junnosuke sat down across them, nodding, "Yes father. Five more days and we'll be gone." Junnosuke's response made Sasuke's brow furrowed. He couldn't perfectly understand what he was feeling that very moment. He was pretty sure he felt relief knowing that they'll be back safely with their future selves to their own time but half of it feels like it's not right. He felt like he lost something or someone important, the feelings of sadness rushed onto him now. Naruto being keen can sensed his best friend. 'Sasuke…' he thought sadly at him.
Sasuke closed his eyes for a moment, realizing everything as he opened them back. He looked at his eldest son on the eyes; Junnosuke can feel the warmth on Sasuke's gaze. He smiled at his father, understanding his emotions. "Thank you for everything father. You've taken care of us. I know very well that our appearance gave you and mother a big surprise, but I just want you to know that I'm glad I met the you in the past." He stopped, turned his stare on his own tea and looked back at Sasuke with a grin plastered on his face, "You're still the same father me, Keisuke and Shinju really love."
Sasuke's eyes widened, with a little blush on his cheeks as Naruto chuckled at the father and son in front of him. He punched him lightly on his arm, "Isn't that great Sasuke! Your kids love you!" Naruto smiled gently at his best friend as Sasuke looked away, Naruto guessed he was too embarrassed. Sasuke grunted, but deep inside he was so happy. 'Tch. Does that mean I'm a good father?' he thought, delighted at his son's words.
Naruto and Sasuke went home afterwards since it was getting dark. The family offered them to stay for dinner but since Naruto had a promised dinner with Hinata, Sasuke might as well just go home and make something for himself. He doesn't really want to impose on them. He doesn't want to get in the way of their family dinner. Even though it was his family in the future, he was just trying to be mannerly.
He and Naruto went off to different ways; he walked silently back his apartment when he saw Sakura standing by on his door. When Sakura saw him, she called him out "Ah! Sasuke-kun… g-good evening."
"Sakura… what are you doing here?" he didn't greet back; he was too confuse why Sakura showed up at this time in front of his apartment. She was fidgeting a little, trying to compose herself as she tugged a loose hair back on its place. "Y-you see… I just c-came by to tell you that Tsunade wants to see us both tomorrow at 8am on her office." Sasuke eyed her carefully, raising a brow. "Is that it?"
"Uh…y-yeah." She smiled awkwardly, 'Now what?! This is so embarrassing!' she thought. Sasuke nodded, "Okay. Thanks." With that Sakura excused herself but Sasuke called her back. "Yes Sasuke-kun?" with a blush, Sakura waited to hear what he will say. Sasuke was standing on his door with his hand on the door knob; he inhaled before looking at Sakura. "Have you eaten your dinner?"
Sakura looked at him a little bit confused; she tilted her head slightly until she got the idea. "E-eh? Uh…N-no…not yet." Sasuke nodded, not looking at her and opened his door. He turned the lights on as he entered his apartment; he looked back at Sakura who was just observing him. "Stay for dinner then."