Everything like it should be. My brother finally returned home. He has a beautiful wife and talented son around Sarada age. We all live happily under one roof together back at our old family home. Yep, everything perfect, except for one little thing...
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"As the clock continues to count down slowly, We have reached the 48hr marker. It won't be much longer now guys." ***************************
Sakura Pov.
I lingered just outside of Shisui door, fully equipped in my ninja gear. My closed fist hovered inches from the door smooth surface. I was starting to have second thoughts about getting Shisui involved. I could just wait until [f/n] was alone and try to force her to come with me. I shook my head slyly, discarding the idea. That would never work. I could never get her away without making a scene and if Itachi discovered my intentions. I gulped down my fear as the image of Itachi cutting me down flashed across my mind. He wouldn't care if I was Sasuke's wife or Sarada's mother. He wouldn't hesitate to put his family first. So that just means I need to do the same. I mustered enough courage to tap so softly on the door, that even a highly skilled shinobi wouldn't have heard it. I could make out the faint sounds of ruffling coming from the other side of the door before finally swinging open and revealing a very groggy Shisui.
Shisui Pov.
"Aunt Sakura, is everything ok and what time is it?" I asked in the middle of a yawn, scratching at my midnight colored hair, messing up my bedhead even more. I knew I probably had dark circles underneath my eyes since I stayed up late last night playing video games, but I honestly assumed I would be spending my morning sleeping in. "Everything fine, and it's almost 6:00am," She assured me. I wasn't sure if it was my lack of sleep or earlier morning grogginess, but she seemed nervous about something.
"I was actually hoping you would join me and Sarada for some morning training today. There a couple things she could really use your help on."
She pleaded, smiling and folding her hands together as if she was praying. That explains her odd behavior, she knows I don't train well with others. Ever since I've been forcing Kakashi to be my Sensei I've been learning to tolerate it thou. I let out a heavy sigh of acceptance before answering. "I'll do it, but any lip out of either of you and I'm gone...Got it? I ordered, my voice mimicking my fathers. She gripped my matted head, squeezing it between her breast as she gave me an excited hug.
"Thank you so much much Shisui!"
She managed to squeal in a soft whisper, not wanting to wake everyone else up. I immediately pulled free from her clutches, turning my back towards her to hide my blushing face. "Don't sweat it. I'll meet you outside after I'm ready." I was still blushing, so I swung the door shut behind me without worrying about an answer. I know it probably seemed like a rude thing to do, but it was partly her fault after all. I slipped on my usual ninja training gear before stepping out into the dark hallway. I paused for a minute before making my way to mom and dad room. I stuck my head in to see if they was awake yet, but no luck. Mom head rested on dad chest, her [h/l] [h/c] hair covering most of it. One of dad arms hooked around her waist, anchoring her body to his. I wanted to tell them were I was going, but after seeing them sleeping so peacefully I decided not to wake them.
Sakura Pov.
As I watched him swing the door closed from behind I was engulfed into the hallway darkness. I decided to peek my head into Sarada room to check in on her. During my room examination I found Sasuke sound asleep in Sarada's reading chair. It didn't look like a comfortable sleeping position at all, his body appeared to be exhausted even in his sleep. His face wore a mask of stress and worry. I wondered if that stress and concern was over [f/n], even though I knew deep down it was. The top of Sarada's black hair was just visible beneath the blankets. "Don't worry. I'm gonna fix everything." I whispered softly behind the recently closed door. I heard Shisui rustling around again and hurried downstairs to finish waiting on him. I rocked back and forth on the ball of my heels, I counted up to twenty before Shisui finally showed up.
Shisui Pov.
I closed my parents door again and hurried for outside. I leaped at the top of the stairs missing every single creaky staircases step, before coming to a quit landing at the bottom in a crouched position. Sneaking out without making a sound was easy. I've done it a million times. Even though technically I wasn't really sneaking out this time, I just didn't want to wake anyone. I swiftly exited the house, turning around to lock the front door behind me. "I don't even know why I'm locking it. Someone would have to be crazy or has a serious death wish to break into this house." I smirked at my own thoughts. Turning around surprised to see Sakura waiting patiently for me alone. "Where Sarada?" I questioned, trying not to let my suspicion fill my voice. "She's gonna meet us there," She reassured me with a closed eye smile. I could feel my whole body start to tense up and my nervousness start to grow. "Why is sarada meeting us there? Why did Sakura drag me out so early alone this morning. Why did she hug me when it's been over 3 years since her last hug." My mind was racing with questions. I didn't know what to say, so I simply took the lead towards the third training ground. She quickly caught up beside me, matching my short strides. The streets were a barren wasteland. The only thing stirring this early was us and the bakeries. As we walked in awkward silence my eyes shifted up towards her face. She noticed me starring and gave a shy smile. I blushed snapping my focus forward again. The moment caused my mind to race again. "Oh god, what if she lured me out here alone because she likes me and wants to confess her feelings towards me or something. What am I supposed to do..? Turn her down easy, but what if I can't. What if I get sudden urges and act on them. Then I would have to fight uncle Sasuke and I'm no where near ready to fight uncle Sasuke." My heart rate picked up as the never ending questions and scenarios that kept flowing. Suddenly a warm gentle hand broke me from my traumatic trance. I jerked my head up like a frightened animal with wide eyes. "We're here Shisui." She stated, in a worried voice. I was so caught up in my thoughts that I didn't even realize we had made it to the third training ground already. "Is everything ok?" She asked her voice filled with concerned. I rubbed the back of my head, giving a closed eyes smile. "Yeah, I was thinking about how I'm gonna help train sarada is all." I lied, keeping my true thoughts to myself. I turned my back to Sakura, frantically searching the training ground for sarada, "please be here. Hell I settle for anyone at this point. I thought to myself. "I guess Sarada not here." I muttered disappointed and hoping she was just running behind. I heard Sakura voice waver as she spoke. It sounded sad and regretful. "Please forgive me." She whispered it so softly I almost didn't make it out. "Sorry for wha.." That was it. That was all I could get out before a sharpe pain radiated in the back of my head causing everything to go black as I faded out of consciousness.
