Nebula's Echo (a Naruto Fanfic)

Chapter 33

AN; Sorry for taking so long you guys! T^T

I had another two of those "test weeks", fml. So I'm a bit behind my writing schedule, really sorry (シ_ _)シ

I've read through my story, and I'm a bit shocked. Bad quality much?! But, I really don't have the time to fix it so I'm just going to continue it like usual, really sorryyyyy~ T^T

Well anyways, ponint is, I APOLIGIZE FOR EVERYTHING.

Now, please have a good read ( ' ▽ ' )ﾉ

Sasuke POV

My eyelashes fluttered open, brows furrowed in annoyance at the stinging light. Looking to the source, I noticed that the black curtains usually closing out the light were open. My frown turned deeper. I was not in the mood.

But then, my sluggish mind seemed to catch up. My eyes widened as I remembered;

Cei was here last night.

The curtains flew open when she was here.

At the thought, my wide eyes quickly scanned the room, only to be disappointed to come up empty. The annoyance in my eyes was soon replaced by sadness.

She's really gone...

But she said she'd never truly leave us.

My eyes turned cold as I rose out of bed. I walked towards my closet, the movement slow and purposeful.

I didn't believe her.

Picking out my usual outfit, a blue short sleeved shirt with a high neck and an Uchiha insignia at the back, coupled with white shorts, a holster at the thigh, and black ninja footwear. I picked up my headband and tied it around my forehead before walking out.

My expression was as cold and indifferent as always as I walked along the halls of my home. Reaching the door to the kitchen, I slid it open and walked inside. When I entered, the expectant faces of Sakura and Kakashi turned to look at me. I briefly met Kakashi's gaze before walking to the counter and grabbing some bread.

While I was working on my breakfast in silence, it seemed like some just couldn't take it. I heard Kakashi's voice, quiet and gentle.

"Sasuke... about Cei?"

I just continued working on my breakfast, my movements smooth and practiced, my eyes never shifting from my hands.

"Gone."

I heard a sigh behind me at my answer. But I wasn't bothered. Finishing my sandwiches, I walked to the table and ate. While slowly munching on my sandwiches, I let my gaze drift over my teammates. Kakashi didn't seem bothered. His countenance was the same as ever. As if he didn't care.

He's probably used to it.

At least Cei isn't dead. Just gone. In his mind, that must already count as quite good.