Teacher's Wife

Chapter 16

Two and a half years ago, Hinata and Sasuke strolled side by side, their laughter echoing through the corridors of their shared memories. They engaged in easy conversation, discussing trivial topics that had an uncanny ability to make each other laugh. Their hands occasionally brushed against one another, each subtle touch sending a spark of electricity through their bodies.

Sasuke, feeling a growing warmth and contentment in Hinata's presence, decided to take a bold step. With a gentle move, he reached for her hand, intertwining his fingers with hers. Hinata blushed but welcomed the connection, summoning her courage to express her feelings. She leaned up to kiss Sasuke's cheek, but a fortuitous twist of fate caused their lips to meet accidentally. Hinata, surprised by the unexpected touch, quickly pulled away, her eyes wide with astonishment. Sasuke, equally taken aback, held a mix of surprise and something more profound in his gaze.

The awkward silence between them was broken by Sasuke clearing his throat. "I'm sorry," he said, sincerity in his voice. "I didn't mean to do that." Hinata shook her head, her face still flushed. "No, it's okay," she said softly. "I didn't mind."

Seizing the moment, Sasuke, unburdened by hesitation, pulled Hinata back in for a proper kiss. It was their first, yet it felt like the culmination of years of shared history. In that kiss, a rush of emotions solidified their connection, marking the beginning of a profound relationship. As they pulled away, smiles exchanged, they felt a newfound closeness and intimacy that would shape the course of their shared journey. It was a moment etched in time, two and a half years in the past, where the seeds of their love story were planted and destined to grow.

Two months passed, weaving the tapestry of Sasuke and Hinata's budding relationship with shared laughter, stolen glances, and stolen moments. Their connection deepened, fueled by the magnetic pull they felt whenever they were near each other.

In Sasuke's apartment, a playful banter unfolded, Sasuke's teasing lilt echoing through the room. "Don't bite your lip like that," he teased, a mischievous smirk dancing on his lips. "You might provoke something."

Hinata's response was a shy smile, illuminating her face as she met Sasuke's gaze. "Yeah, and what are you going to do about it?" she whispered, her voice a soft murmur, setting the stage for a dance of desire and anticipation.

As the air between them crackled with unspoken tension, Sasuke's heart skipped a beat. Closing the distance between them, he took a step closer until their bodies were almost touching. "What do you want me to do about it?" he murmured, his voice low and husky.

Hinata's eyes widened at the intensity in his voice, her heart quickening its pace. Summoning her courage, she took a deep breath and leaned in, pressing her lips against Sasuke's.

Sasuke responded instinctively, his hands finding their place around Hinata's waist, pulling her closer into a passionate kiss. It was a moment that resonated with the unspoken longing and chemistry they had felt since the beginning of their journey together.

Breaking the kiss, they rested foreheads against each other, the world outside vanishing in that shared space. "I want to be with you, Hinata," Sasuke whispered, his breath warm against her skin. "I want to make this work between us."

Hinata's heart swelled with emotion, a surge of happiness coursing through her. Looking up at Sasuke, her eyes shone with certainty. "I want that too, Sasuke," she replied softly. "I want to be with you."

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Kiba and Shino approached Hinata as she made her way back from Sasuke's apartment. The stern expression on Kiba's face and the glint of concern in Shino's glasses immediately alerted her that they knew about her relationship. Her face flushed with embarrassment as Kiba crossed his arms over his chest. "Hanabi told us what's been going on with you," he said.