Almost a year passed, and Neji continued to treat Sakura like a queen of his life.
The sakura blossoms floated in the air, Neji smiled at Sakura as the blossoms framed her face.
"Sakura."
"Hm?"
"You remember the first time they stood under the sakura tree?"
Sakura smiled as she remembers that day. That was the first time they saw each other freely outside without hiding in the darkness of the night. It was a beautiful day and it became more beautiful when he stood next to her.
"It felt like a lifetime ago," Sakura answered, her eyes shining. "we were still hiding that time, but you stood next to me. It was a beautiful day."
"I want to make a new beautiful memory under the sakura tree." Neji said.
"What - " Sakura turned and her forehead creased when she didn't see Neji where she expected him to be. She then looked down and saw him kneeling, offering a ring.
"Sakura, will you marry me?" Neji asked, his eyes filled with love and sincerity.
Sakura's heart skipped a beat, and tears welled up in her eyes. She never expected this, not after everything they had been through. The weight of their journey, the challenges they faced, and the love that blossomed between them overwhelmed her.
"Yes, Neji, a thousand times yes!" Sakura exclaimed, her voice trembling with emotion.
Neji stood up, slipping the ring onto Sakura's finger. The sakura blossoms seemed to shower them with blessings as they embraced, sealing their commitment under the blooming tree.
"I love you." Neji said before he captured her lips.