previously*
Nii-san, she has ran into the forest.
Ashura, escort Iwana-sama back home. I'll go get Sakuya
Don't worry Sakuya-sama, I'm coming
花
Sakuya ran through the forest like a bolt of lightning, hoping to get as far from the village as possible, unaware of the direction or distance she was going.
As she ran, numerous emotions and thoughts run through her mind. What was I thinking she thought as she cried I was right, coming here was a big mistake. I should have known that I would only be a burden. I should have just stayed at home where no one would see me!
After a long while of running, Sakuya's legs finally gave in and she fell onto her knees on the muddy ground. Tears roll out of her eyes like raindrops as she pant nonstop.
From afar, Sakura watched the young princess from a distance. She really wanted to help her but knowing her unfortunate conditions, the only thing she could do is to watch. This really reminds of when was young Sakura said to herself People use to tease me about my large forehead. But Sakuya-hime is different. To trigger a panic attack like that...
It wasn't long before Sakuya manage to calm down. She wipe away her tears and slowly stood up, only to find herself surrounded by tall trees that covered the sky, making the forest seen almost pitch black. "Hello!" Sakuya yelled out, hoping to get an answer. "Is anyone there! I'm lost!" No one answered. It was quiet, there was not even the gust of wind.
Sakuya begin to panic. She had no idea were she was or how to defend herself if anyone or anything attacks her. She felt helpless.
Suddenly, a small growl was heard from the nearby bushes. Sakuya turned slowly to the direction of the growl. From the bushes, a large lone wolf appear slowly in a crouching position, ready to pounce onto the young princess any time. In a panic, Sakuya turned and ran.
She ran the fastest she has ever ran, not caring that her legs were tired from her previous run. From behind, the wolf chased after her as it snared and bared it's teeth. "Someone, please help me!" Sakuya cried out as tears rolled out of her eyes again. "I don't want to die!"
From a distance, Indra heard the faint cry. It was soft but identifiable. "Sakuya-sama!" Indra called out as he ran to the direction of the cry.
Sakuya continued to run faster as the wolf got closer and closer to her. She manage to reach a clearing in the forest but suddenly tripped over a root of tree, causing her to fall onto the ground. Sakuya tried to pick herself up in time but the wolf pounced onto her, causing Sakuya to land backwards into the ground.
As the wolf stood over her helpless body, Sakuya started praying to herself. "Kami-sama, please help me. I don't want to die. Not now." The wolf was about to take a bite of her neck when suddenly, a flash of lightning bolted out of nowhere.
"Chidori!" In a swift move, Indra appeared and swang his attack into the wolf. The wolf tried to fight back but it was to fast. Indra's hand pierced through the wolf, causing it's guts to spill all over the ground. Blood gushed out everywhere, a few drops landing on Sakuya's kimono. The poor girl was still traumatized.
Indra quickly removed his hand from the new dead wolf and slowly gained his composure, deactivating his Sharingan in the process. He turned to Sakuya who was now leaning against the nearest tree and offered her his clean hand. "Are you alright, Sakuya-sama?" He asked with a hint of concern in his voice.
Sakuya hesitated at first but eventually accept his hand. "Y..yes. Thank you." She said nervously as Indra pulled her up to her feet. She thought that after the whole fiasco that happened near the village will be put behind them. However, Indra doesn't seem to have gotten over it easily.
"Sakuya-sama, you can't just run of like that!" He scolded her, shocking Sakuya by his sudden change of tone. "Do you know how worried Iwana-sama was. How worried Ashura and the villagers' were. How I felt!"
Sakuya eyes widened in shock. Guilt grew through her body. Tears starts to spill out of her eyes again. She suddenly grab on onto Indra's clothing and leaned on his chest, startling the young boy. "I.. I'm so so.. sorry. Pl..please fo..forgive me."
Indra stood awkwardly, not knowing how to comfort the young girl. There are so many thoughts flowing through his mind. So many thing he want to say to her like it okay or everything is fine now. Indra knew Sakuya was crying for a different reason other than for suddenly running away. Without a second thought, he wrapped his arms around her and engulfed Sakuya into a tight hug. "It okay, everything is fine now." He said as he stroke Sakuya hair gently.
Sakuya's widened in shock as tear slowly stopped flowing out if her eyes. No one has ever touched her hair that gently before. Not even her father or sister. It was the first time she felt comforted and accepted by someone either than her family and castle staff. Sakuya accepts Indra's embrace and sinks her body deeper into his as she slowly stopped crying.
Not too long after, Sakuya finally calmed down and Indra let her go from his hug. "There is a nearby river down this trail. We should go there and clean up ourselves before returning to the village." Indra said, pointing to a clear pathway in front of them.
Sakuya hesitated of a while before nodding her head in agreement. "Okay."
樱桃
At the river, Indra washed the blood on his arm which he used to kill the wolf. Sakuya on the other hand sat close to the rivers edge, hugging her legs close to her body.
Indra noticed how quiet Sakuya has been for the pass few minutes and one question still kept boggling his mind. After washing his arm, he walked over to Sakuya's side and sat down next to her in similar fashion. He stared at Sakuya awkwardly, not knowing what to say at first. "So.. ," He hesitated ,"What happened at the village, is it.."
"No." Sakuya cut in, knowing what Indra wanted to ask. "Back home, it also happened once a year ago when I was nearly kidnapped. The one at the village was the second time I had a panic attack."
"Oh I see." Indra stayed quiet for another good minute before finally asking. "Is the reason you hide your face.. because of your hair?"
Sakuya flinched a little by the question, not knowing if she wants to to answer his questions. "Yes." She finally responded, eating a weird look from Indra.
"But why would you want to hide your hair? I don't see anything wrong with it." Indra said a little insensitivly, causing Sakuya to lash out suddenly.
"You don't understand! You don't know what my people said back home! You don't understand what is like being called a curse!" That sudden outburst left Indra taken aback. Sakuya calmed down and realised what she did. "My apologies," She said as she regained her composure ,"I shouldn't have said that."
"No. it's okay," Indra assured Sakuya as he place his hand on her shoulder ,"judging from your tone you have been keeping how you truly feel for a long time. You can continue to hide it but it is only going to hurt you even more. You could tell me. I would listen."
Sakuya looked at him with wide eyes, she never knew that she needed to hear those words. It gave warmth to her heart and soul. She stayed quiet for a while before speaking. "Okay, I would tell you," she started ,"When I was born, the people of my village were shocked to find out I was born with abnormal hair colour. They didn't think much about it until my mother suddenly fell mysteriously ill the day after my birth and died hours later.
Many people then begin to speculate that I was the cause of her death because there was no way a healthy woman with no issues will fall ill so easily. They believe that I was cursed by the Shinigami and my unnatural hair was a sign of its presence."
Sakuya hugged herself tightly as she start to tremble, thing to hold back her tears. "And because of this, many of the village children avoided me and called me a curse, some went as far as to try and drown me in the sea when I was five because wanted to play with them. I can still remember that their parents didn't do anything to help me. No one helped me until Iwana came. They didn't care if I was their Lord's daughter. In their eyes, I'm nothing.
Since then, I have only stayed in the castle, so that no one could see me. And I also made sure my hair was always covered up, because it is an indication of what people thought of me and I'm afraid that outsiders will also judge me."
Indra eyes widened. He never thought something as simple as a person hair color could affect them so emotionally and mentally. "But if you're so afraid, why would you want to follow your father and sister." He asked.
"Because...it's because I wanted to see what was beyond my village." Sakuya explained. "I don't want to be confined to my own home, I want to explore, discover and learn new things I can't do back home. But I can't if people are going to see me differently."
"Oh. I see." Indra said as he redraw his hand from her shoulder. He now understood why she hid her hair. It was not because of its colour, but it was because it was a reminder of the harassment she went through and what people thought of her. But despite that, she still had a sense of wonder in her and had her own aspirations she wants to accomplish. She was afraid of being looked differently.
"I just don't understand why I'm born like this," Sakuya said as she tighten the hug around her legs ,"I hate my hair. If I had normal hair, I could be living a normal life.I wished I had hair like my sister. You think the same to."
"No! That's not true!" Indra exclaimed ,"I like your hair. I find it unique."
Sakuya looked at him with shock and confusion ,"but why?"
"Because... " Indra turned away from her in embarrassment, hiding the pink stain blooming on his cheeks from the young princess ,"because it kinda reminds me of cherry blossoms."
Sakuya suddenly felt her face heat up. It was the first time she heard someone complement her hair. "Your joking." she said as she turned away from him, facing the river again.
"No, I'm not." Indra assured her. "Just because other people think of you differently, it doesn't affect who you truly are inside. And to me, your no different from the kids in my village. Your hair colour doesn't change how I think about you."
He quickly realized how wrong it sounded, blushing even harder in the process. "W.. what I meant was.. I think your nice and.. all." Shoot, I hope she doesn't get the wrong idea.
Sakuya looked at him oddly and giggled, "Don't worry I understand." However, Indra can still sense Sakuya was still feeling sad and in doubt. He needed to find a way to convince her. He thought for a while before coming up with a perfect solution.
Indra stood up from his sitting position and offered a hand to her. "I got an idea. Follow me." He said in cheery tone.
Sakuya looked up at him weirdly, confused by Indra's sudden change of tone but accepted his hand and stood up. "Where are you taking me." She asked.
"I promise you would love it." Indra said with a smile on his face as he held her hand and led Sakuya through the forest.
花
"Indra-san, where are you taking me?" Sakuya asked as she is gently pulled by Indra, who was walking briskly, through the forest.
"Don't worry, we're almost there." Indra replied reassuringly before eyeing his way back to the path. "But first, close your eyes. It is a surprise."
Sakuya listened to his instruction and closed her eyes shut, trusting that Indra knew what he was doing. It wasn't until a good minute until Indra finally stopped walking. For what she could sense, Sakuya could tell that they were now in an open area. She felt the wind blow through her hair and the rustling of leaves. I wonder what he is up to She thought to herself.
Indra made sure her eyes were completely shut and guided Sakuya to stand in front of him. "You can open you eyes now, Sakuya-sama."
Sakuya slowly open her eyes, adjusted to the brightness of the sunlight. When her eyes were fully opened, she only hoped she could open them wider.
In front of her stood a large cherry blossom tree with beautiful pink flowers covering it like a dome. The fallen petals flew through the winds delicately from the branches and the sun shown bright on it, making the tree look like its glowing. It was a total change from the dark forest she was in.
"It's so..beautiful." Sakuya said in awe as she walked closer to it, Indra tagging behind.
"I stumbled upon this place last summer when I got lost in the woods." Indra said. "Ever since then I started coming here after training until autumn starts to kick in."
He walked closer to the cherry blossom tree and picked up one of its fallen petals from the ground. "Every time I'm here, the atmosphere gives me a sense of comfort and joy. It allowed me to clear my mind and remember the good memories I made.
It may sound weird but this tree here is the only one among the seas of green trees in the forest during the summer. However, it is not the color or it's size that matter to me but it's the tree's impact significance to my life that makes it special to me."
Indra then turned to Sakuya with a smile on his face. "I'm not saying that the memories of the bullying you endured will disappear. I'm saying that your special.But instead of thinking the negative, think if the positive. Don't think about the people who mocked you for being yourself. Think about the wonderful memories you made among the terrible ones and know that you are loved."
"But, why do you care so much?" Sakuya asked. "We barely know each other."
"It's because..." Indra started. "..Your a friend. And friends help each other through difficult times."
"Indra-san." Sakuya gasped, staring at him with wide open eyes as her cheeks turned pink. It was the first time a person has acknowledged her as a friend.
Memories started flossing her mind. The time when the maids chase her down the halls of the palace when she was a toddler. The time her tutor praise her for her geographical knowledge. The first time she learned how to ride her horse, Toyohisa. And the times she spend with her father and Iwana. All these precious memories were overlooked by the bad ones and Sakuya never realized it until now. She kept thinking about the negative and leaving out the positive but Indra help her realise her mistake.
Tears of joy started to well up from her eyes and a small smile grew on her face. "Thank you." Was all she could say to Indra.
Indra felt his cheeks heat up when he saw Sakuya's smile and it turn smiled back at her, glad to finally see the young princess happier than before.
The pair sat near the cherry blossom tree for a few minutes, admiring the pink petals that are falling from the tree as they spoke with each other.
"Indra-san, when you came to rescue me, what happened to your eyes earlier? They were both red." Sakuya asked curiously.
Indra immediately froze up. He nearly forgotten that he activated his Sharingan. He wasn't sure if he wanted to tell Sakuya the whole story. He should let give out to much information to a guest from another land. He hesitated buy finally gave in. "What you saw just now was my Sharingan."
"Sharingan." Sakuya repeated before moving her body closer to his. "What does it do."
"It allow me to see an opponent's next move or jutsu before they act on it. Using it i could avoid the attack or copy the opponent's jutsu before they attacks."
"That sounds cool!" Sakuya gasped. "Were you born with this ability."
Indra jerked up a little, not knowing how to answer. He wasn't wasn't sure of he wanted to tell her. The reason he always comes to sit by the cherry blossom tree is to clear his mind about the incident. But now his here and thinking more about it.
However, if Sakuya was able to willing tell him her issues earlier, her should be to. He sighed softly and answered Sakuya's question. "No. I got it after the incident that happened a year ago."
He took a deep breath before continuing. "When Ashura, our dog Shiro and his friends where playing in the woods, they were attacked by a large wild boar. It nearly rammed into him but Shiro protect him, unfortunately he died by the boar's impact. Luckily, I manage to save Ashura and his friends in time using a lightning style attack.
He was uninjured but the thought of losing Ashura pained me. That how I got my Sharingan, it only appears when I'm overwhelmed by emotion."
Sakuya stared at him. She realise that her being chased and attacked by the wolf must have reminded Indra of Ashura's near death situation. The thought of losing his younger brother must had been hard for him.
"But he is alive and well now, right Indra-san," Sakuya said facing Indra as she smiled. "Instead of being sad, you should be smiling."
Indra turned to the princess and gave a surprised look as she spoke. "Almost a year ago, everyone in my village was losing someone important to them. I didn't understand much but seeing the hurt faces of the people pains my heart and there was nothing much my father or the soldiers could do to protect them. However, your strong and able to protect yourself and others. So be happy that your brother and his friends are breathing today because of you.
"And.. Thanks to you, I'm alive. So thank you." As she said the last part, Sakuya started to blush heavily.
Indra looked dumbfounded. He couldn bit believe that the girl he was taking to was the same vulnerable girl he found crying earlier on. He never thought that Sakuya was such an open-minded and intelligent person. She was showing who she truly is: A smart and adventurous princess who just wants to be accepted.
In a playful moment, Sakuya scooped up bunch if cherry blossom petals from the ground and toss them gently onto Indra, causing them to fall all over the young boy. Some landing on his hair. Indra was surprised at first but when Sakuya started giggling at the sight, he too laughed with her.
"I think we spent quite a lot of time here, hime." Indra said as he stood up, brushing of the petals on his hair. "We should head back. Your father and sister should worried about you."
"Yes, we should." Sakuya replied, slowly standing up.
As the pair walked back to the village, Indra couldn't help take a few glances at Sakuya who was now smiling happily, even more cheerful than before. Compared to the princess I saw a few hours ago, Sakuya's like a new person now. Even more cheerful than before. Indra thought to himself And seeing her smile like this kind of bring me... happy.
Indra soon realized what he was thinking and shook his head violently. "What wrong Indra." Sakuya asked worriedly.
" Oh.. It's nothing." Indra said as he scratched the back of his head. What is with all these thoughts. I barely even know her.
At the same time, Sakuya was having thoughts of her own. When Indra saved me just now, he seemed so fearless. I couldn't even protect myself. People like Otou-sama, Nee-sama and the soldiers are always there to protect me. There's got to be a way I could grow stronger to protect myself.
An idea immediately popped up in her mind but she was not sure if her family will like it. I guess I have to tell him directly.
Little do the two know, a small figure was watching them from the trees. "That girl is certainly a beauty." The creature said to itself. And evil grin then appeared on his face. "I have greats plans for you my dear. Just watch what I have install for you and Indra."
樱桃
"So Sakuya-san has been through that much! " Ashura exclaimed softly.
Around the same time back at the entrance of the ninja house, Iwana told Ashura about Sakuya's sudden outburst earlier and what was the cause of it. The soldiers of the Nadeshiko province were also worried and wanted to find her but Iwana manage to convince them not to worry too much. It was also not long after Ashura and Iwana returned the soldiers were called to into the ninja house to let Hagoromo meet them.
"Yes." Iwana nodded. "Since she was a little girl, she faced a lot of harassment from the villager, mostly from children her age."
She sighed before continuing. "It is partially my fault too. I should have defended her more. The only time I protected her, it was too late. She lost all her confidence and decided to shunt herself from the outside world."
"But despite all that," Iwana smiled ," for some reason she decided to overcome her fears and follow me and Otou-sama. For someone who's lacks confidence, she had the courage to give life another try."
"I see." Ashura said as he sat next to her on the stairs, remaining quiet.
"I see that you kids are getting along." A deep voice said, causing Ashura and Iwana to jump out of their seating positions. They turned around to see Hagoromo and Ohoyama standing in front of them along with six of Hagoromo's desciples and the Nadeshiko soldiers.
"Otou-sama, your done with your meeting." Ashura said nervously and sweat dropped from his forehead.
"Yes." Hagoromo nodded, ignoring his son's nervousness before facing the princess. "Iwana-hime, your father and I have agreed on the proposal. Your soldiers with say here and train with me for the next five years. In return, I will sent six if my best disciples to your village to protect it until."
"Wait... five years." Iwana gasped before turning to her father. "Otou-sama, I thought you said you only needed three years."
Lord Ohoyama scratched the back if his head in embarrassment. "Yes well.. Hagoromo-sama said that three years is to short so he insisted on a two year extension."
"Really?" Iwana then turned to Hagoromo and bowed to him respectfully. "Thank you so much. Your really as kind as my father has told me."
"There is nothing to thank me for." Hagoromo said in a less serious tone. "I'm just helping an old friend."
He looked around the courtyard and realise something out if place. "Ashura," Hagoromo faced his youngest son,"Where is Indra and Sakuya-hime?"
Ashura and Iwana started panicking. It has been more than a hour and Indra is still not back with the young princess. They don't even know if they should tell them what happened or lie. "Well.. " Ashura said as beads of sweat ran down his head. "Just now..."
"We're hear. Sorry that we're a little late." Ashura turned around to the entrance of the courtyard and saw Indra and cheerful looking Sakuya next to him. "Nii-san!" He called out to his older brother. As they walked into the courtyard, almost everyone was shocked by Sakuya's change in behavior.
Out of all of them, Ohoyama was the most surprised. He cannot believe that his younger daughter was now no longer hiding her hair and face and seemed happier than before. I wonder what happened. This isn't the Sakuya I know he thought to himself.
Upon seeing her sister, Iwana immediately ran pass Indra to her little sister and engulf her into a hug. "Chibi, I'm so glad your safe!" The older princess exclaimed tightening her hug as Indra sweatdrop at the moment.
"Nee-sama, I can't breathe." Sakuya exclaimed softly. Iwana quickly let go of her and place her hand on Sakuya's shoulders. "I'm sorry. I'm just glad your alright."
Sakuya returned her sister's affection and smiled back. "Of course. Afterall, Indra was with me."
Iwana was surprised by her tone. Sakuya was now much more expressive and confident than before. She stared at Indra and started wondering What did he do. "Thank you for being Sakuya back Indra." Iwana thanked him happily.
Indra simply smiled and nodded back to her.
"I guess we have slot to talk about as we head back home," Ohoyama said, walking towards his horse. He then turned to his soldiers. "Soldiers! Train hard and do your best for not only your friends and family but also yourselves. May Buddha be watching over you."
"Yes my Lord!" The seven soldiers called out as they bowed to their leader before Ohoyama turned to Hagoromo's disciples. "As for all of you, your service to the Nadeshiko province will forever your debt."
Hagoromo's disciples bowed to Ohoyama respectfully before getting onto their horses. Hagoromo walked forward and faced Ohoyama. "I pray that great fortune will fall on your village, my friend." He said pulling out his right arm to Ohoyama."
"I'll also pray that my soldiers will do well under your wing. All the best." Ohoyama took Hagoromo's hand and shook it firmly.
"Iwana! Sakuya! let's get going." he called out to his daughters as he got onto his horse. Iwana was about to get onto her horse but stopped when she saw a hesitant look on Sakuya's face.
"What's wrong imoto?" Iwana asked worriedly. Sakuya continued to stay silent as she walked closer to her father. "Otou-sama," She began, still hesitating. "I.. I would like yo..your permission to stay here to train!"
Everyone's eyes wide open by the young princess's request. Even Ashura's mouth fell open. "WHAT!" He yelled out. Indra on the other hand was not too surprised.
"But Sakuya...". Iwana began but was asked to stop by their father. "Iwana, let your sister say what she wants to say first."
Sakuya took a deep breath before she started explaining herself. "Earlier today, I asked Indra-san to teach me some Ninshu."
"you used your Ninshu!" Hagoromo exclaimed in anger as he faced his sons. "I specifically told you two not to use it when the guests are here. What's worst is that you taught her!"
"Hagoromo-sama, wait." Sakuya cut back in. "It isn't their fault. I wanted to learn."
She face her Ohoyama again and continued. "I thought I could handle it at first but an accident happened and as a result, my hood got damaged. The villagers wanted to help me but because of their presence I had another panic attack and ran into the woods. I was chased by a wolf and Indra eventually saved me. He also taught me not to believe what others thought of me and it helped boost my confidence. Although I was happier, I also realise I'm weak."
A small smile few on her face. "That is when I had an idea. Otou-sama, let me train here with our soldiers. It a great way for me to learn self defense and also expand my knowledge about lands beyond the Nadeshiko province. So please." Sakuya got on her knees and bowed to the ground. "Let me stay here and I promise I'll come back wiser and more confident."
Ohoyama stared at his younger daughter, shocked by not only her request but her new change in behavior. They have only been in the village for a short five hours but Sakuya's personality has totally changed. He then shifted his gaze to Indra, how immediately looked away, and thought to himself Who would a thought that a boy whom me and my daughters barely know could have change her so drastically.
"Sakuya, stand up child." Ohoyama said. Sakuya stood up feeling nervous about what her father must be thinking. A smile then appeared on Ohoyama's face. "If you wish to stay here for a while, I'll give you my blessings."
"But Ohoyama." Hagoromo called out. to his old friend. "Are you sure about it. I can be dangerous for her."
"It okay, my friend." The Lord replied. "if I entrust my men to you, I can trust you and your sons to look out for my daughter."
Hagoromo hesitated for a brief moment before giving a small nod. "I guess I could handle one more student."
Sakuya smiled with great joy filling her body. Ohoyama got of his horse and walked towards her, pulling her into tight hug. "Thank you, Otou-sama." She said as they pulled away from each other.
"I guess that also means that I won't be able to see you and Toyohisa for the next five years." Ohoyama said teasingly looking at his Sakuya and a brown coloured horse grazing at the side of the courtyard. Sakuya giving a small giggle. "Otou-sama, don't worry. I promise I'll write to you."
Iwana then came forward and hugged her sister again. This time, Sakuya felt comfortable in her sister's arms. "Stay safe Sakuya." Iwana said said as tears well up from her eyes. Sakuya giving a nod of assurance.
Iwana than looked at the Otsutsuki brothers and shouted at them. "You two! Promise you will look out for her."
Indra and Ashura nodded back at her with confidence. Ohoyama then sat ontop of his horse again, Iwana doing the same. Sakuya stared at her family and the disciples as they set I'd back to their homeland before yelling out to them. "Otou-sama, Nee-sama. See you soon."
Ohoyama and Iwana smiled back before facing forward. "Men! Let's move out!" The Lord commanded. The next thing Sakuya knew, their horses were galloping a distance from the ninja house. Sakuya teared up again as she, the Otsutsuki and the Nadeshiko soldiers stared at their disappearing silhouettes.
"Are you alright, Sakuya-sama." Indra asked as he place his hand on her shoulder to comfort her. Sakuya the quickly rub of the tears from her eyes and gave a soft smile. "I'm alright."
"Looks like we're going train together, right Sakuya-sama." Ashura said cheerfully, happy to finally have another person around his age train with him.
Sakuya smiled grew bigger. "I guess your right, Ashura. Also, drop the -sama." Indra and Ashura looked at Sakuya confusingly before she finished her sentence. "From today, I'm merely Sakuya: A student of the Sage of six paths!"
"Well then, Sakuya." Hagoromo said as he face her. A small smile appearing on his face. "Welcome."
From a distance, Sakura looked at the trio as they laughed together. "They really remind of the good old days." She said to herself as she remember the good old days of Team Seven before returning to observing Sakuya. So Sakuya-hime was a student of the Sage of six paths. And her father's a friend of his. But...is that all to it.
She the remembered what Kusa said in the story: 'Sakuya fell in love and married a warrior from a distant land'. Sakuya's eyes widened and then stared at Indra and Sakuya. Earlier, Indra and Sakuya-hime were acting all flustered around each other.
Could Indra be the warrior Sakuya falls for.
You enough for now a sudden voice came out. Sakura turned around and saw the bright light from before. It time for you to wake up.
"Wait!" She called out. "What do you mean by 'I know enough."
Suddenly, the light shown even brighter, knocking Sakura out.
花
It was the early hours of the morning in the Nadeshiko village. Sakura's slowly opened from her deep slumber. "What a night." She sighed softly. She tried to get out if bed but couldn't. Something was wrapped around her waist. She looked forward and saw Sauske's sleeping form right next to her.
Sakura's face grew hotter. Sasuke has never been this close and intimate before. She tried to slowly remove his arm so that she could get up but Sasuke tightened his hold and pulled her closer to his body. It hopeless Sakura thought to herself as she gave up I guess I have to wait until he wakes up.
What Sakura didn't know was that Sasuke is in the same 'time traveling' situation she was in.
One word: FINALLY
Sorry for the late update. I had to keep rethinking and rewriting the chapter. Thank you to my readers for being so patient and hope you would read is story until it's last chapter.
Plus, I have referenced a character from another anime so try to catch it.
Unfortunately, I have to go on a short hiatus until late October because I have an important exam (aka 'N' levels to Singaporeans) coming soon and have to study very hard for it.
Thank you for your understanding and see you in two months.
-Gi