Reader's POV
I still honestly could not believe that Gaara had confessed to me and that now I was his girlfriend. Today he decided to take me out on a date and I was nervous as hell. I'm not all that girly or romantic so I was worried that this date will end in disaster. I spent nearly three hours getting ready, picking out the perfect outfit, the perfect hairdo, the perfect make-up. Ok maybe I went a bit overboard but I was anxious. I didn't want anything to go wrong.
When Gaara had come to pick me up, he looked quite shocked at my appearance. Did I look okay? The look on my face must have given away what I was thinking because Gaara immediately took hold of my hand and smiled softly. "You look beautiful tonight (Y/n)." he whispered in my ear. I giggled at his uncharacteristic show of affection. A tinge of red could be seen spreading from both his cheeks and across the bridge of his nose, even the tips of his ears burned from embarrassment.
Taking my hand, he pulled me along the streets of Sunagakure. A few girls gave jealous glares while others nodded in approval of our relationship. We walked further, maybe a bit out of the village until we came across a tree with a modest sized patch of grass surrounding it. I stared in awe. Trees weren't something common in such a sandy country so seeing one now is quite shocking. How did Gaara even find it?!
A picnic blanket and basket sat on the patch of grass and Gaara took his place next to the two items, inviting me to join him with a simple gesture of an outstretched hand. I gladly accepted his offer, holding onto his hand as I took my seat next to him. He smiled lightly before offering me a sandwich from the basket.
I was so happy right now. I honestly did not expect Gaara to go out of his way to take me on a date. It was so peaceful and tranquil. We ate all the food packed in the basket and made light conversation. This was something that I never thought I would enjoy considering that I was quite the loud person. But nevertheless this was the best day of my life.
As soon as we finished Gaara took hold of my hand once more and led me back into the village. It had gotten dark so I wasn't sure what more could Gaara have in store for me. He led me up to the Kazekage building and up onto the rooftop. He sat down pulling me down along with him. I landed in his arms with a small oof as he pulled me to his chest.
The warmth was comforting so I snuggled closer. It was silent until Gaara broke it. "You know this is the longest you have ever gone without talking." he murmured. I heard him loud and clear. I smacked his shoulder lightly while he feigned being hurt. I pouted in annoyance until I felt his arms tighten around me. I guess that's his way of saying sorry. I smiled lightly at that.
I felt his fingers tilt my chin up to look at the sky. I stared at the billions of stars that shone brightly on us, highlighting the sky with its shimmering beauty. "You know (Y/n), I use to look up to those skies praying that one day I could be with you. It looks like some entity out there answered those prayers." Gaara whispered into the crook of my neck.
"Wow... Gaara that's deep." I whispered back in awe. The look he gave me was one of pure disbelief which then turned to amusement. I stared at him, waiting for him to say something. "You are so weird (Y/n) but I guess that's why I love you." he chuckled, placing a chaste kiss on my lips.
"Again I'm not weird! I'm limited edition!"
Never chase love, affection or attention.
If it isn't given freely by person it
isn't worth having. ~Unknown
