Forbidden Attraction

Chapter 40: Friendship's Challenges

Sasuke's breath was warm against Hinata's skin as they lay naked, entwined with each other. His dark eyes were locked on her, and his voice was filled with intensity as he spoke her name.

"Hinata," he said, his hand gently cupping her cheek, "be mine."

Hinata's heart swelled with joy as she looked into Sasuke's eyes, seeing the raw emotion in them. Her lips curved into a wide smile, and she nodded her head, unable to contain her happiness.

"I want to be yours."

Without hesitation, Hinata shifted, straddling Sasuke's lap and leaning down to capture his lips in a deep, passionate kiss. Their mouths moved in perfect sync, their bodies pressed together in a heated embrace, as if they were expressing their feelings for each other through the intensity of their kiss.

Sasuke's hands roamed over Hinata's curves, memorizing every inch of her body as if he couldn't get enough of her. Hinata's fingers threaded through Sasuke's dark locks, pulling him closer to her as their lips moved in a sensual dance.

Their connection was electric, a culmination of unspoken desires and long-held feelings finally being realized. As they broke apart, both of them were breathless, their eyes locked with an intensity that spoke volumes. Hinata traced Sasuke's jawline with her fingertips, her heart swelling with affection.

𝌀☯𝌀

Sakura's gaze shifted from Sasuke, who was sitting on Hinata's couch, to her best friend. Disappointment was evident on Sakura's face as she placed her hands on Hinata's table, leaning forward with a concerned expression.

"When did you start smoking weed?" Sakura asked, her tone carrying a hint of accusation.

Hinata's cheeks flushed, feeling a sense of shame. She knew Sakura had always been cautious about drugs, and she didn't want to let her friend down.

"Oh, um, since Sasuke and I started hanging out for the projects," Hinata confessed, her voice barely above a whisper.

Sakura's eyes widened in disbelief. "That long?" she exclaimed, clearly taken aback.

Hinata nodded, feeling a pang of guilt. She hadn't intended to keep her smoking habits a secret, but it had just happened naturally with Sasuke. She didn't want to upset Sakura, but she also didn't want to hide the truth.

"Hina! Why would you smoke?" Sakura asked, her concern strong in her voice.

Hinata took a deep breath, trying to explain herself. "Oh, um, I needed to relax. Homework was getting difficult because graduation is approaching," she said, hoping Sakura would understand.

Sakura's expression softened as she listened to Hinata's explanation. She understood the pressure of school and the challenges of upcoming graduation, but she was still worried about her friend.

Sasuke, who had been listening silently, decided to speak up. He shifted on the couch, his piercing gaze fixed on Sakura.

"Sakura, it's not a big deal," he said in a calm and measured tone. "We were just trying to unwind a little. It's not like we're doing it all the time."

Sakura looked at Sasuke, her concern now mixed with annoyance. "Well, maybe you should find healthier ways to relax, Sasuke," she retorted, crossing her arms. "You know how I feel about drugs."

Sasuke scoffed, his dark eyes narrowing as he addressed Sakura. "Yeah, so you would be fine with Hinata and me having sex instead of smoking weed, right?" His words hung in the air, Hinata gasped in shock.

Sakura was taken aback by Sasuke's words. Her heart clenched as she felt a mix of emotions - hurt, anger, and betrayal. She couldn't believe that Sasuke, her ex, would say something like that to her, especially involving her best friend.