A Walk in the Park-

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Chapter Eight-

Comfortable

I'd never expected it.

Sure things were cute between us and we were getting closer, and I had invited him over to my place. But even though I wanted it (and I mean really, really wanted it) I never expected Sasuke to kiss me so passionately. I never thought a kiss alone could take me on such a ride of feels.

It was the first time I'd ever been really kissed besides a quick peck, and it was… overwhelming. How perfect his lips felt against mine… Being so close, having him hold onto me so strongly, with those arms and Gods that chest against my hands. I never wanted it to end. I never wanted him to let me go. But this… this was doing strange things to my body. Things I was all too aware about, even in my innocence.

The sounds that escaped me were foreign, and I didn't miss the way Sasuke responded to me. As the kiss progressed, he became more insistent, and forceful in all the right ways. When he'd groaned against my lips, I'd nearly lost it. Never in my life had I felt this desire that he was giving me. But I wanted this. I wanted him. I wanted so much more.

My body was on fire, a feeling of intoxication taking over me that had my eyes cloudy. I was breathless and trembling when he finally pulled away, pressing his forehead against mine as we took a moment to calm down. It was surreal. That kiss had really happened. Sasuke was still holding onto me, and I wasn't sure I could ever let go of him.

It didn't seem possible for a kiss alone to be so fulfilling, and yet at the same time leave me feeling so empty. This was the first time I'd noticed how much smaller I was compared to him, and also how muscular he was. Though he was lean and obviously fit, I'd never noticed how strong his arms were, nor how glorious his chest was.

Being shaken as I was over so many revelations flying through my head, I was at a loss. The only thing I was sure of at that moment was that I wanted more. I wanted to kiss him again, and so I did. Movie long forgotten, I leaned up a bit, my grip on his shirt loosening so my hands could open against his chest. His heart was racing as quickly as my own and we had yet to catch our breath, but I just couldn't stop myself.

"Mn, Sakura…" Sasuke grumbled against my lips, though he didn't stop me and he kissed me back with a desperation that I felt all over me. His hold on me tightened, though only momentarily before he released me to bring his hands to cradle my face. I knew he spoke my name in warning. A kiss like this one could lead to so much more, but it was so new, so thrilling, I just couldn't stop.

My body had never felt so alive. This feeling Sasuke gave me was one that I wished would never end. If my mind hadn't been so fuzzy I would have known I was getting carried away, and Sasuke was trying his hardest not to do so, but at the time I just didn't care. It was too good, I liked him too much.

It was Sasuke's phone ringing that finally made me pull away with a disappointed whimper. What even was this feeling? It felt like so much more than mere desire. I was aroused, something that had honestly never happened to me… so it was definitely new, but it also felt like something deeper had taken root inside me.

Even the kiss didn't do to me what the look on Sasuke's face did though. He was just as affected as me, staring at me with hooded eyes and parted lips as his phone continued to ring. After a moment he'd collected himself, much easier than me and he was able to answer the call before he missed it.

"This better be important." He answered, his voice a deep whisper. The sound of it alone gave me a chill. "Don't even start… He's not home yet? Just stay over then… Because I don't know when I'll be back… How often is it I ask you for favors?... Hn. Thanks."

Sasuke ended the call with a sigh and then turned to me with a smile. I blushed slightly, now that the heated moment between us was over, I felt a little guilty for taking it as far as I had.

"Everything okay?" I asked, my voice in a tone I was unaccustomed to.

He nodded in answer before pulling me back against him, his lips pressing a soft kiss to my forehead as my head rested between his shoulder and chest. This was heavenly. It was no wonder some people put love and romance above everything else, if you could feel a happiness such as what I was feeling now.

I closed my eyes as I laid against him, savoring the feel of his arms around me and the scent of him as well. I never wanted him to leave. I never wanted us to end, and yet we still weren't even officially dating. It felt to nice, being with him like this that before I knew it I couldn't reopen my closed eyes. It was late, I was tired and I was drifting against my own will.

"Sasuke…" I whispered so quietly I wasn't sure if he could hear me. "Stay with me."

Though I'd already been half-asleep when the words left me, they were the last thing I remembered before drifting off to sleep. He was just too comfortable. He smelled so good… and I kind of loved him.

…

I felt like I was wrapped in nothing but comfort as I awoke the following morning. My pillow was harder than it had ever been, but amazingly enough, it had never been more comfortable. I was warm and content enough that I didn't want to get up. For once, I just wanted to go back to sleep and enjoy the feeling of serenity that filled me.

Before I could fall back asleep though I felt something shift beneath me and that was more than enough to have my head lifting in wonder. I almost squealed, and had to forbid myself from making any brash movements when I noticed Sasuke sleeping soundly beneath me. We were on the couch. I was half way on top of him, my pillow having actually been his chest. His arms were loosely holding me, just as they had been last night before I fell asleep literally on him. I couldn't believe it had only all came crashing back down to me now.

It would have been so inconsiderate of me to wake him up, and so I kept still, though my heart was pounding relentlessly. I settled myself back into place, finding it difficult to believe another person (and one so firm at that) could be so comfortable.

This was all my fault, I'd even selfishly asked him to stay, just because I never wanted him to leave. It wasn't like I could keep him forever, or at least not every second of every day. Even though it would have been nice. There was no sense in me being so greedy and thoughtless, and I really hoped he wasn't disappointed in me for keeping him. I also hoped he wouldn't have to deal with too much questioning because of staying gone all night, with me no less.

Having no idea how heavy of a sleeper he was, I wasn't risking getting out of place. Though the idea of getting up and starting breakfast for him was quite appealing, just because I liked the thought of doing something like that for him. On the other hand, I was beside myself with joy to be in this position. I knew I should enjoy it as long as I could, and so I did.

In no time at all, my body was ready to give back into sleep once more, but before I was out again I felt Sasuke's arms move. His right hand came to rest on my lower back and then slowly ran up to my shoulders and back down. He was definitely awake. I wiggled a bit at the feel of his touch. It was so gentle and so welcome.

Knowing he was awake now I leaned back up to look down at him, meeting those sleepy obsidian eyes and giving him a shy smile. "Sorry… I really made you go out of your way, didn't I?" I laughed despite my embarrassment from my actions. "I swear I'll make it up to you. I know you have to work later today… but, I'll cook you breakfast and then maybe we could pick up Luna and go to the park before then. If you want, I mean."

With a blush I carefully got off of him and to my feet, scurrying into the kitchen before he could say anything. I probably looked like one heck of a mess, but it was too late to save him from seeing me. I washed my hands and got started with breakfast right away. I started some bacon, knowing it was something Sasuke liked and then went about slicing some strawberries. I peeled and sliced an apple for us to share as well. Once the bacon was close to finishing I scrambled a few eggs.

When I got into my work, it was usually easy to forget about everything else. But I was surprised that Sasuke wasn't a distraction at this time. I could only assume it was because I was doing this mostly for him. I definitely owed him for last night, and breakfast was a start at least. When I turned around with our fixed plates though and saw him sitting at the bar watching me, I almost dropped both plates on the spot.

He smirked at me knowingly and I cleared my throat as I walked over to place our plates on the bar. He thanked me and I nodded as I went to the fridge and grabbed some orange juice and then a glass for both of us.

"You really go out of your way, don't you?" He said as I poured his orange juice.

"Not at all…" I shook my head, smiling bashfully at him as he watched me endlessly. "Plus, I have to repay you for holding you hostage last night."

That was top of the list of most embarrassing things I'd ever done.

"I wanted to stay." He admitted honestly before taking a sip of his drink. "I was glad you asked."

Only more embarrassing! "Well… I am glad that you stayed… and I can't deny… you're really comfortable."

I'd never slept better in my life. For crying out loud, I slept on the couch, and on a person at that. I still couldn't fathom how I could have been so comfortable… but, I was.

We ate our breakfast over small talk and then I excused myself to get changed since Sasuke agreed that we should go pick up Luna and take her to the park. I hated the thought of him having to go to work this afternoon though, because that meant I would have to leave him. But it was nice knowing that he'd make sure I could see him tomorrow.

Idly I wondered if we would always be this way, or if we were this way because everything was so new. Would we always want to see each other so regularly? Would we always get along so well?

Was Sasuke ever going to ask me to be his girlfriend?

Whoa, my train of thought was going insane. I mean honestly, did it really even matter if he did? I was so happy with things the way they were that I didn't need anything else, at least not for now. This was definitely good enough. I knew that for certain as we left my apartment and he took my hand in his, even though the walk to his car was so short.

The way he smiled at me left me breathless and all too excited. I didn't know how it was possible in only the short amount of time that we'd known each other, but undoubtedly, I adored Sasuke. I would probably always want more with him. I just hoped he would want the same with me.

A/N:

Hello lovelies!

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So from here on out, this fic will be rated M for suggestiveness. Though no lemons will be happening right away. Eventually, and there will be some heated moments. But no full blown smut for a while. Unfortunately for me. Lol. But, we can't rush these things.

This chapter was on the shorter side, but more is coming soon!

So, questions of this update:

How many chapters will this be?

Kana: Ehhhhh, that's a good question. Over fourteen is all I can say for now. We honestly don't know how long it will be in the end.

Tyy: We definitely have no idea. Lol. While many things are mapped out, there's always something unexpected being added in so it could be 20, could be 40. We're not giving ourselves a limit with this fic.

Do you two have a general outline upon which you've agreed?

Kana: Yes, in a way. We take it chapter by chapter but have set things we want to happen. I would say our outline is... flexible.

Tyy: It's there, but who really knows what's going to happen. (Not me lol) We have a plan, but the plan likes to change and we're just having fun here. We hope you all are too!

Is Sasuke keeping score?

Kana: Yes, yes he is. Hehe :)

Tyy: Meh. He's not the only one. Haruno coming back, just you wait!