Itachi stared at Sakura in disbelief. How could she know Orochimaru was after her from a dream? "Sakura it was just a dream, he isn't here; it wasn't real." Sakura's eyes snapped back toward her captain's face; he wore his usual unfazed expression. Sakura wanted to burst into tears, did he really think she was making this up. How could he not believe her?
"You don't believe me, do you?" Sakura whimpered. Itachi caught off guard by her question, slowly he answered her, "Sakura I trust you. I do. Please don't work yourself up more, it isn't goof for your health. It was just a dream he can't touch you while you are next to me." Sakura did not reply instead she quickly crawled to the exit of the tent. Before she could leave however, Kakashi stuck his head in and told them it was their turn to take the watch. Sakura was more than happy for the watch, she could put some distance between Itachi and herself. It would give her time to think without his questioning looks.
Sakura, as swiftly as she could, started toward the lush forest. With Itachi hot on her heals she didn't dare turn around, she had to keep going. "Sakura wait," Itachi tried reasoning but she wouldn't budge. Grabbing Sakura's arm, she turned around growling, "What captain?" she bared sarcastically, "You watch one side and I watch the other. I need to do my job and you need to do yours." Itachi let her go without another word, he turned toward the opposite side of the forest.
Sakura took off into the tress trying to find the best location to settle until the sun came up. Finding a large tree with a sturdy branches she sat with her legs in front of her. She tilted her head back to look at the stars. Sakura always liked looking at the stars. When she was younger her parents never understood why most nights she would sit and watch the stars. They were so pretty, glittering in the night sky. Those stars gave her hope, that there would be something more in her life; something thrilling, something exciting. She wanted her life to be filled with adventure and romance, but no one seemed to grasps that.
Her life hadn't turned out the way she wanted. She wanted to be a successful ninja, maybe even high ranking. Eventually marry another ninja, continue with her career; and have children who they would raise to be thriving ninja. But currently her life was filled with anger, regret, and sorrow. She vowed, "I will become strong and kill Orochimaru for the pain he has cost me. He will know what is feels like to lose everything." It was a well-known fact that when Sakura set her mind to something she would go all the way with it.
Itachi gracefully glided through the trees; he had not meant to impose on Sakura. He was not offended by her need for space. Even he at times needed peace and quiet to gather and sort his thoughts. The Uchiha hoped she would be able to express her concerns after she had her space. To say he was worried was an understatement. If Snake was coming for her, Itachi would have to guard her round the clock.
Would Snake appear on the misson? Or would he wait till inside the boundaries of village when Itachi might have his guard down. So many thoughts were running through the Uchiha's head. First he would have to clue Kakashi and Hokage in with situation; that way there would be no surprises if Sakura was seen with Itachi at various times.
The sun slowly inched its way up. Itachi had tried endlessly to keep calm throughout his watch. Sakura had moved to far away in the trees for him to see her. He rose to his feet and made his way back to camp. Kakashi was the only one up, there was still time left before they needed to head out. Itachi moved to stand beside the copy ninja; but the Uchiha did not speak he waited for Kakashi to begin.
"So… you want to tell me how involved you are with my student?" he said in his usual uninterested tone. Itachi waited seeing how long it would take before Kakashi would turn and give the Uchiha his full attention. He didn't have to wait long, with a sigh said man turned and focused on Itachi. "As I told you before I wish to protect her and ensure her happiness," Itachi continued, "there is a slight problem."
Itachi told Kakashi the events relating to Sakura starting from their first meet to this morning's incident. Kakashi had his hand under his chin, eyes fixed in concentration. "Ok, you are team captain, how do you want to handle this?" Itachi answered rather quickly, he had thought about this during his watch. "I will send a message to the Hokage informing him of the situation. Genma and Shisui will also need to know, we all need to be ready if Snake is going to strike. But Saksue and Naruto do not need to know, they will get to emotional and want to start a man hunt."
"That sounds good, but what are you going to do when we get back to the village?" Kakashi inquired. Itachi started walking to wake his teammates, paused and glanced over his shoulder, "I will take care of it." Kakashi not liking how that sounded sternly said, "Itachi she is still my student, however it is for her safltey I will let this go. But know… if you ever hurt her… I will personally… make you suffer."
Itachi stopped but did not turn around, "you won't have to….. She is my only reason for living."
OK so I know the chapters seem slow but this information is needed for the climax. I not sure how long this story will be but I know it will have a least thirty chapters. I hope to update every Saturday or Sunday but you never know. Thanks for reading and reviewing.
By the way are my words ok? As in is my accent coming though in my writing? Please let me know and I will do my best to correct if necessary.