Hello everyone! Please let me explain myself before you start throwing things at me and cussing me out! Ehe he he? Ok! I have a good excuse! I have been really busy with school and life! I also hadn't had that inspiration to write for a while. Even though that's not an excuse since you, my wonderful readers, supported me and reviewed and inspired me. I just have been empty...and in neutral state I guess. I am still somehow in that state but I made myself get rid of my laziness and finally update. Even though it should have been updated months ago. I hope all of your waiting was worth this final chapter! Please enjoy!
5 and a half months after the incident
Sakura giggled at the look on Sasuke's face.
Sasuke carefully and gently held Sakura's exposed belly as he concentrated on feeling the baby's movements.
His eyes widened when the baby finally kicked and he smiled like a little kid.
Sakura once again giggled at his expression as she gently petted his head.
Sasuke looked at Sakura and gave her one of his most charming smiles and gently kissed her belly.
Sakura was leaning on a few pillows that were against the headboard of the bed as Sasuke put her shirt down and covered her belly.
"Sasuke-kun, I have to go to Tsunade's office so she can check my condition." Sakura said as she caressed Sasuke's face.
"She should come here. You shouldn't move a lot." Sasuke said as he held her hand against his cheek.
"I can't lay in bed all day. I have to move around. Plus if I lay around so much I'll get even fatter!" Sakura said with a pout.
"You are not fat, Sakura. You are even more beautiful now then ever." Sasuke said as he kissed the back of her hand.
"Don't try to make me feel better. Look how much weight I gained." she said as she frowned.
Sasuke just sighed and got up from the bed.
He put his arm around Sakura's back and helped her to sit up.
Her legs hung over the edge of the bed as he put her shoes on.
"We will go to her office, but only if I carrie you there." Sasuke said.
"No, Sasuke-kun. I want to walk there myself." Sakura said as she stood up.
"Fine." Sasuke said. It was pointless to argue with her.
He put his left arm around her waist and held her right arm with his own to support her as they exited their room.
They walked to Tsunade's office as the maid's bowed to them and asked how Sakura was doing.
When they finally got to the office and entered after a 'come in' from Tsunade.
Tsunade smiled at Sakura as she led her to a small bed and told her to lay down.
She motioned Sasuke to sit down in one of the chairs in front of her desk as she helped Sakura to lay down.
"So how are you feeling?" Tsunade asked as she pulled up Sakura's shirt and pressed in some places on Sakura's belly.
"I feel fine. I don't have any morning sickness anymore and my cravings have lessened too." Sakura replied.
"Mhm. That's good. You need to rest more before the baby comes. You'll need all the strength you got." Tsunade said as she concentrated her chakra and closed her eyes to check how the baby was doing inside.
"How long until the baby comes?" Sasuke asked.
"About a week or a week and a half." She answered as she opened her eyes.
Sakura smiled as she felt the baby kick. It has been very energetic for the last few months.
Probably excited to finally come out and meet the outside world.
"The baby looks good. It is very lively, isn't it?" Tsunade said as she pulled Sakura's shirt down and helped her to sit up.
Sakura nodded her head with a smile.
"You sure you don't want to know the gender?" Tsunade asked as she looked at Sakura and then Sasuke as they both shook their heads.
Sasuke helped Sakura up as they headed to the door.
"Thanks Tsunade-sama." Sakura said as she smiled.
"Take care of yourself." she said as she smiled and nodded her head at Sasuke.
As they exited the office Sakura winced as a slight pain shot through her stomach.
"Are you okay?" Sasuke worriedly asked as he saw the look on her face.
"Yeah, I am fine." she answered as the pain passed as quickly as it came.
He hugged her gently.
"I have a surprise for you." Sasuke said as he led her down the hallway towards the garden.
"What is it?" Sakura curiously asked.
"You'll see." he said as he smirked.
Sakura gasped when they finally entered the garden.
There at the table covered by a big umbrella sat Kaoru, Naruto, and Hinata.
Naruto had his arm wrapped around Hinata's shoulder as she held a little baby boy in her arms.
Seeing the baby wasn't a surprise since they had received a letter a month earlier saying that Hinata had given birth.
But she was just so excited to see the baby up close and hold it.
Sakura's eyes filled with tears of joy as she attempted to run but was stopped by Sasuke.
"Sakura-chan! Sasuke!" Naruto yelled with a big grin on his face as he ran towards them.
Sakura grinned back as Naruto envelope her in a warm bear hug.
"How are you doing, Sakura-cha-Wow! Your belly got so big!" Naruto yelled as his eyes widened.
"Don't shout like that." Sasuke said as he whacked him on the head.
"Hey! What was that for? You bas-" Naruto was interrupted as an apple hit his head.
"For being so loud, you stupid! You'll wake up the baby! So shut it!" Kaoru yelled as a vein popped up on the side of her forehead.
Sakura giggled at the scene as she finally got to the table. She could't move as fast as she used to since her belly had gotten so big.
"Hinata-chan!" Sakura squealed and carefully hugged her and gave her a peck on the cheek as she tried to not wake up the baby.
"I missed you so much!" Hinata said as she smiled and tears gathered in the corners of her eyes.
"Oh man! You two are going to make me cry." Kaoru said as tears were already running down her cheeks and she was furiously wiping them off.
She has been very emotional lately. Well she is six months pregnant.
Sakura giggled as she looked down at Hinata's baby.
There in her arms laid a little baby boy with his head comfortably snuggled against her chest.
He had bright yellow hair that were spiked in every direction possible just like his dad's.
"He is so cute!" Sakura said as she looked at his rosy cheeks as his little mouth opened.
Hinata gave birth about a month ago.
They couldn't visit each other earlier since Sasuke was busy with the council and Hinata was recovering from childbirth.
The baby stirred and then slowly opened his eyes.
His eyes the color of ocean, just like Naruto's. They were sparkling with life. His skin was also tanned. He was a copy of him.
"Oh my god! He looks just like Naruto! And here I thought he would have your eyes." Sakura said as she pouted.
"Don't worry! There will be more kids of ours running around soon." Naruto said as he grinned and Hinata blushed a deep shade of red.
"His name is Haru. It means sunshine." Hinata said as the baby looked at her and giggled while reaching for her long hair.
"It suits him." Sakura said as she sat down between Kaoru and Hinata.
"We should be going now. We have some things to discuss." Sasuke said as he leaned down and kissed Sakura on the lips.
Naruto gave a peck on Hinata's cheek and kissed the baby's forehead.
They were about to leave but Sakura grabbed Sasuke's shirt and pulled him down.
"Thank you, Sasuke-kun!" Sakura said as she pecked him on the cheek.
He smiled and his cheeks had a tint of pink.
Sakura giggled at him as he walked away with Naruto.
"Well, let's have a little girl chat!" Kaoru said cheerfully as she raised her glass of juice and winked.
The girls had chatted for a while when Itachi had come and taken Kaoru saying that she needed rest.
Well she didn't leave that easily. She had hit him a few times so he would let go of her but he was very persistent.
He had whispered something in her ear after which she flushed bright red and a wicked grin appeared on her face.
I guess it will be very loud tonight.
"How is the baby, Sakura-chan?" Hinata asked as she gently put her hand on Sakura's belly.
"It is good. It has been very lively." Sakura said as she smiled.
"When are you supposed to deliver?" Hinata asked.
"Well, Tsunade-sama said that it will be in a about a week or a week and a half. I am scared though and nervous." Sakura said as she gently rubbed her belly.
"Of what?" Hinata asked.
"Of labor. I've heard that it hurts a lot and I am just worrying for the baby's health. The incident had caused a lot of blood loss. I don't want the baby to be unhealthy and suffer because of the decision I made to save Sasuke." Sakura said as her eyes glistened with tears.
Hinata hugged her gently.
"The baby will be healthy, Sakura-chan! Plus hadn't Tsunade-sama said that it hadn't affected the baby?" Hinata said.
"Yes, but there is always a chance that it can have some defects." Sakura said.
"Everyone has a chance of having a child with defects, Sakura-chan. Healthy women have delivered premature or babies with defects. Everyone takes those chances. But I am sure everything will be alright." Hinata said.
"Thank you, Hinata-chan." Sakura said as she smiled at her sister.
Slight pain had shot through Sakura's stomach once again. It had happened for the third time today.
"I should be going now. I have to prepare Haru for bed." Hinata said as she got up from the chair.
"I'll be going too. I'll take a bath before Sasuke comes back." Sakura said as they both headed to the doors.
Sakura turned back and looked back at the beautiful scenery as the wind blew her hair.
The sun was setting and the sky was painted in pinks, purples, and oranges as birds flew in the sky.
"Everything will be alright." Sakura said to herself as she smiled and headed to her room.
Sakura sat in the bathtub as her head rested on a towel.
Candles were lit as she laid in the tub with rose petals flowing in the water.
She sighed.
She was bothered with the pain she was having today.
It wasn't frequent and didn't hurt that much.
But since it wasn't that bad she didn't go to Tsunade.
She got out of the tub as she dried her body and hair with a towel.
She put on her nightgown and pulled the fluffy robe on.
She heard the room door open and shut with a click. Followed with another click which was probably the lock.
"Sasuke-kun?" Sakura asked as she exited the bathroom.
"Sakura." Sasuke said as he hugged her and buried his head in her hair.
"Is everything alright?" Sakura asked with a worried expression.
"Yeah, I am just tired and the dobe has been annoying me and shouting all day." Sasuke said as he inhaled her sweet scent.
Sakura giggled as he let go of her.
"I'll go take a shower, okay?" he asked as she nodded her head.
She headed towards the bed.
She slipped off her robe and hung it on one of the chairs and climbed under the warm covers of the bed.
Ten minutes later Sasuke came out of the bathroom in his shorts and climbed into bed.
He passionately kissed Sakura on the lips and brought her closer to his side.
Sakura sighed sleepily as he gently rubbed her stomach.
"Good night, Sasuke-kun." she murmured with closed eyes.
"Good night." he said as he kissed her forehead and soon after drifted off to sleep.
Sakura had woken up at 5 a.m.
The pain was troubling her through the night and she barely got any sleep.
She turned her head to look at Sasuke who was peacefully sleeping with his arm around her belly.
She carefully lifted his arm up and placed it on his side.
She winced as the pain shot again.
She got up from the bed and put on her robe an slippers.
She headed towards the door and quietly exited the room.
She headed towards the big kitchen as she walked through the cool hallways.
She made some green tea for herself hoping that the pain would go away since green tea calmed her down.
It thankfully did lessen but it was still there but it wasn't shooting like it was before.
It was just dull pain that was there.
She sighed as she looked at her reflection in the tea.
Dark circles were appearing under her eyes.
She sighed once more as she took a sip from her tea.
She would have to visit Tsunade later.
She headed back to her bedroom after she was done with her tea hoping that she would get some sleep.
When she got to her room Sasuke was still peacefully sleeping.
She smiled as she climbed into bed.
She gently kissed him on the forehead and laid down to get some sleep.
When Sakura awoke it was 2 o'clock in the afternoon.
Thankfully she had gotten some sleep and felt much better.
She looked to her side and saw the bed empty.
Sasuke would of course be busy at this time.
She slowly got up and stretched.
She took a shower and put on her clothes.
When she came out she saw the bed made up and a tray with food on the bedside table.
Her stomach growled.
It always amazed her how the maids came just in the right moment and did everything so quick.
She sat on the bed as she excitedly started eating the delicious food.
After she was done she decided to go check on Sasuke.
She headed towards his office and was surprised when she didn't find him there.
It was 5 p.m and he usually was doing paperwork in his office.
She searched around the palace for half an hour and then finally gave up and headed towards her room.
When she got to her room she decided to change into a long and comfy dress.
She thankfully didn't have to wear the scarf around her head and face in the palace.
Unless some guests came of course.
As she put on her dress she heard the door click shut.
As she came out of the closet she saw Sasuke.
He came towards her and buried his head in the crook of her neck.
"I have a little meeting with the council, so I will probably be busy for the next hour or two." he said as he exhaled and wrapped his arms around Sakura.
"Oh, that's fine." Sakura said as she hugged him back.
"I am sorry. I have been so busy that you haven't seen me much lately." he said as he looked her in the eyes.
"Don't worry, Sasuke-kun. It's alright." she said as she touched his cheek and looked into his eyes.
"You are so perfect." he said as he kissed her forehead.
Sakura giggled.
"I'll be going then." he said.
As he was about to close the door he turned his head and looked at Sakura with concern.
"Is everything alright?" he asked worry evident in his eyes.
"Yes, of course." Sakura said as she smiled.
When he nodded and closed the door she gave a sigh of relief.
She didn't want him to worry about anything. He was already exhausted with all the work and meetings.
She suddenly felt a wave of heat hit her and decided to wash her face with cold water.
She splashed her face with cold water as she looked in the mirror.
The little drops of water slid down her face as she frowned as pain shot through her stomach again.
Something was definitely wrong.
The pain shot stronger as she bent down and held her stomach.
She winced as the pain got unbearably stronger as she stood up from her bending position and balanced her weight as she held on to the counter.
As her hand touched the frame of the door for support she froze in shock.
She felt something wet run down her legs.
"Oh god!" she mumbled as pain hit her again and she dropped to the floor.
She lay writhing in pain on the floor.
Her water had just broken.
She was alone in the room with little possibility of anyone hearing her since all the maids were done with their duties for the day.
Another wave of pain hit her.
She clutched her stomach.
She was scared.
"SASUKE-KUN!" she screamed as blackness overtook her mind.
Something was just not right.
He felt it in the pit of his stomach.
The council members were discussing how prosperous the kingdom has become.
Sasuke couldn't take it anymore.
He stood up as the chair toppled over to the floor from the force.
"Sasuke-sama!" one of the members gasped.
"Continue the meeting without me." Sasuke said as he quickly made his way to the door and slamming the door shut as he left.
He ran to the room as fast as he could.
On the way he saw frantic maids shouting and running around in panic.
He cursed as he reached his room. He was not prepared for what he saw next.
He saw Tsunade bent down in the doorway of the bathroom.
When he reached the bathroom panic shot through him as he saw unconscious Sakura on the floor.
His eyes traveled down and he noticed her wet dress and water on the floor.
"What's goi-" he was interrupted by Tsunade.
"Pick her up. We need to go to the delivery room. She is in early labor!" Tsunade shouted as she ran to the door.
Sasuke eyes widened as he leaned down and carefully picked Sakura up.
She had a frown on her face as she writhed in pain and gasped for air.
Her whole body was covered in sweat.
His teeth clenched.
'I shouldn't have left her alone. I knew something was wrong with her yet I left her.' he thought as he tightened his grip on her and followed Tsunade.
He felt a hand weakly grab his shirt and he looked down.
"Sasuke-kun?" Sakura weakly asked as her eyes were half open.
"I am here now. Don't worry." He said.
Sakura smiled as a tear ran down her cheek.
She was safe.
But she was scared.
What was happening?
Was her baby alright?
So many questions ran through her mind but she could only hope that everything would be alright.
She closed her eyes tightly as she gripped Sasuke's shirt as she felt a pulling pain.
She felt as if her stomach was being pulled down with unimaginable force.
She felt so helpless.
She felt like she was being a bother.
Sasuke was so busy and exhausted and here she was causing problems again.
She couldn't even properly take care of herself and the baby.
"S-Sasuke-k-kun! I am sorr-" she said as she was interrupted.
"Sakura. Stop apologizing. It's not your fault!" Sasuke said as a frown formed on his face.
She winced slightly as the pain got worse and leaned into Sasuke's warm chest.
When they finally got to the room she was placed on a high bed.
There were big pillows placed behind her back to support her.
Tsunade shouted out orders to the nurses as she washed her hands.
"Sasuke you can stay. But only if you will help and not be a bother." Tsunade said in a professional voice.
Sasuke glared slightly at her.
"Of course I will." Sasuke said as he took Sakura's hand.
A nurse came over and took Sakura's undergarments off. So she was only left in her dress.
A nurse came from each side and bended Sakura's legs and held them at the ankles.
"I'll just take a look for now." Tsunade said as she pulled up Sakura's dress.
Tsunade had a serious expression as she checked Sakkura.
"This really was unexpected. But you are only one week early so there isn't much to worry about. You will have to bear with the contractions for a while." Tsunade said.
Sakura nodded and laid back more comfortably.
"Prepare everything. Someone get Shizune." Tsunade ordered as she washed her hands.
A nurse came over and started wiping off the sweat from Sakura's face.
Sasuke stopped her hand and took the rag from her hand.
"I'll do it." he said to the surprised nurse.
He pushed back Sakura's hair as he gently wiped off her forehead.
Sakura looked at him as she gasped for air and panted.
He wiped off her neck and placed the rag on the little bedside table.
Sakura yelped as she felt the tugging become stronger.
She screamed as the pain became unbearable.
She wrapped her arms around her stomach as she turned to her side and tightly closed her eyes.
Another scream escaped her lips.
Shizune ran into the room and immediately headed towards Sakura.
"Sakura-chan!" she said as she looked her over.
"She is in labor. Try to lower the level of pain with chakra." Tsunade said as she ordered the nurses to get to their positions.
Sasuke helped Sakura sit up and held her hand as Shizune pulled her dress up and put her hands on the lower part of her stomach.
She concentrated and in a few seconds her hands lit up in a green light.
Sakura felt a little better but the pain was still there. It was getting stronger by each second that passed even with Shizune's chakra.
Sakura bit her lip trying to not scream again.
The two nurses bent her legs and held them as Tsunade took a look.
"It's time, Sakura." She said as she gave her a reassuring smile.
A nurse came up from the other side and took Sakura's hand.
"Sakura, try to calm down. Breathe in and breathe out." Tsunade ordered.
Sakura did as she was told.
"Ready?" Tsunade asked.
Sakura reluctantly nodded her head.
"1, 2, 3. Push!" Tsunade said.
Sakura pushed and screamed as the unbearable wave of pain hit her.
She gripped Sasuke's hand as if it was her life line.
Sasuke watched her.
He felt so useless.
She was in so much pain and he couldn't do anything to make it go away.
"The head is coming. You are doing good!" Tsunade said.
"1, 2, 3. Push!" Tsunade said again.
This was repeated a few more times with screams from Sakura.
"You have to give this one your best! 1, 2, 3. Push!" Tsunade yelled.
Sakura gripped Sasuke's hand and pushed with all the strength she had.
She screamed as she felt the pressure disappear and a baby's cry met her ears.
Her eyes widened as Tsunade held up a baby.
"It's a boy." Tsunade said with a proud smile as she gave him to Sakura.
Tears slipped from her eyes as she held the small baby that she and Sasuke had created.
She looked up at Sasuke and her eyes widened as she saw tears running down his cheeks.
She gripped his hand.
"His hair is black just like yours." she said as she smiled.
A nurse rubbed his back with a rug to make the blood circulate and warm him up.
She took the baby away and wrapped him up in a blanket.
She handed him back to Sakura.
"I am so proud of you!" said Sasuke as he leaned and kissed Sakura's forehead.
She smiled as she kissed the baby's forehead and gave him to Sasuke.
His eyes widened but he carefully took the baby in his arms.
"What will we name him?" he asked as he looked at Sakura.
"Aiko!" Sakura said as she gave a big grin.
"Love child?" Sasuke asked with a teasing smile.
"Yes!" Sakura said with a happy smile.
The doors burst open.
"I am an uncle!" Naruto screamed.
"Actually I am supposed to say that." Itachi said with a frown.
Sakura giggled.
"Thank you, Sakura." Sasuke said.
"No. Thank you." Sakura said.
Sasuke shook his head with a smile and placed the baby in Sakura's arms.
"I love you." Sakura said with eyes full of love and happiness.
"I love you too." Sasuke said with love and immense happiness reflected in his eyes as he leaned into love filled kiss.
Little coal eyes opened up to see the affectionate gesture shared between his parents and saw the love that he would surely be drowned in.
Yay! I am so happy that I am done! 16 pages! Pheeeew! You are probably even happier that I have finally updated and finished the story. I know I know this chapter is not that eventful and interesting. Pretty sucky. I know the ending sucked. But I hope this chapter made up for the long wait at least a little bit. I can't believe that I am finally done! Kyaaaaaa! I can't wait to start on a new story! I've had so many ideas! So please watch out for the next story! Please review and tell me what you liked and what you didn't like! Thank you for supporting me and encouraging me! Ja ne! =^_^=