WHAT A GIRL WANTS (Modern AU SasuSaku )

Chapter Ten

(Author's note: The point of view (POV) always shifted between the author's POV and Sakura's POV only, so don't get confused since I wanted to make the story flow naturally).

The photography club's sessions had become an unexpected backdrop for Sakura and Sasuke's budding romance. They would spend hours together, their cameras capturing moments both big and small, and their laughter blending with the clicking of shutters.

However, not everyone was pleased with their newfound connection. Karin had grown increasingly jealous and was determined to create opportunities to keep them apart.

One sunny afternoon on the weekend, the club decided to venture to the beach for a photography hunting session. The sea breeze was invigorating, and the golden sands stretched out before them, offering a picturesque setting. Sakura, ever the practical one, had brought a straw hat to shield herself from the sun. Little did she know that this hat would play a pivotal role in the day's events.

As Sakura adjusted her hat, a sudden gust of wind caught it and sent it tumbling through the air. The hat somersaulted and landed gracefully at a distance. Sasuke, who had been watching Sakura, was struck by an unexpected sight. Her hair tousled by the wind, the sun illuminating her features, she appeared breathtakingly beautiful. Without hesitation, he began secretly capturing her image through the lens of his camera, each shot more mesmerizing than the last.

Unbeknownst to Sasuke, Karin had also noticed what he was doing. She watched in silent fury as he snapped picture after picture of Sakura, his attention completely captured by her.

Meanwhile, Sakura wandered closer to the shore, her eyes scanning the horizon. It was then that she came across someone she hadn't expected to see at the beach – Sasori. He had transformed from a fellow wedding guest to a professional model photographer, and he was conducting a photoshoot by the water.

"Sakura," Sasori greeted her with a sly smile, "Fancy meeting you here."

Sakura couldn't help but blush slightly at the unexpected encounter. "Sasori-san, it's been a while."

Sasori's playful gaze swept over her. "You haven't contacted me at all since Itachi's wedding party. I thought you might have lost my number."

Sakura's cheeks reddened further. She had indeed kept the paper with Sasori's number, but the truth was, she had been too shy to reach out. She decided to fib a little. "Actually, Sasori-san, I think I misplaced that paper."

Sasuke, who had been keeping an eye on the interaction from a distance, felt an unusual pang of jealousy. He couldn't quite put his finger on it, but seeing Sakura with Sasori made him uneasy.

Sasori, never one to miss an opportunity, offered, "Well, how about this? You can be the subject of my photography session right now. It's a chance to make up for lost time."

Sakura hesitated, feeling the spotlight suddenly on her. "I'm not really comfortable in front of the camera."

Sasuke, unable to contain himself any longer, approached them, his voice laced with a hint of possessiveness. "She doesn't need to be in your photos, Sasori."

Sasori raised an eyebrow, clearly enjoying the situation. "Oh, Sasuke, I didn't realize you were so protective of Sakura. Well, I suppose I'll have to find another model."

Sakura's heart raced as she watched the two men, each in their own way, vying for her attention. She couldn't help but feel a flutter of excitement mixed with confusion. The beach, with its rolling waves and golden sands, had become the stage for a romantic triangle she never saw coming.

Amidst the sun-kissed beach and the simmering romantic tension, Karin, her eyes gleaming with envy, crafted a plan to draw Sasuke closer to her.

She approached Sasuke with a sly smile, feigning concern. "Sasuke-kun," she began, her voice dripping with faux-worry, "don't you think Sakura is becoming a bit too friendly with that guy over there? They seem awfully chummy."