The Choice 2 (SasuSaku)

7

Sakura

Me and Sasuke end up having dinner together and I can't deny how much I missed these moments with him. Just the two of us talking and laughing. And every time I say something I feel his eyes on me as he pays attention to what I'm saying. This is definitely something I always loved about Sasuke. No matter what I'm talking about, he always listens to me.

Once we're done with cleaning the kitchen Sasuke offers to take me home and I can't say no to him. We leave his house and walk side by side as the cold night wind hits our faces. I can't help but shiver. After all, I'm only wearing a crop top and completely forgot about bringing a jacket. Guess I got too worried about meeting with Sasuke.

"Here, take my jacket." Sasuke says as he removes his gray jacket and helps me wear it.

"Are you sure about it?" I ask, biting my lip. I don't want him to be cold.

"Of course. I don't want you to get cold." He smiles at me, holding my hand.

"Thanks." I smile back.

We spend the rest of the way to my house in silence but it's not a bad one. It's actually nice to just enjoy each others' presence. I take some looks around us because I have this feeling that someone is watching us until we reach my door.

The lights are out which can mean two things. My parents are already sleeping or they're not home. I take the keys of my pocket and slightly open the door before giving Sasuke his jacket.

"Do you want to come in?"

"I can't, I'm sorry. I still have to take care of the last details of the plan." He mutters, facing our hands. "It's only a matter of days..."

"Everything is going to be alright." I hug his neck, looking into his eyes.

"I hope so." His arms hug my waist and he rubs our noses.

"Of course it is. Trust me."

"Thank you... For everything."

"I'm here for you, Sasuke. Never forget that." I smile and he places a kiss on my forehead.

"Now I really have to go..." Sasuke slowly breaks the hug, facing me. "We talk tomorrow, ok?"

"Sure." I nod and we bid our goodbyes.

I watch him walk away until there's no sign of him and get inside my house, locking the door after. I still have a feeling that something bad is going to happen but I don't know what it is. I sigh, turning on the lights and head to the kitchen, noticing a piece of paper on the balcony.

I grab the paper and read the message in it. Apparently my parents went to Suna and were going to spend a couple of weeks there since they got some time off work. I know they're not always home but this kinda makes me feel lonely. I shake my head, trying to get rid of these thoughts and turn off the lights, heading upstairs.

As I'm reaching my bedroom I can't help but look at the ring on my finger. I still can't believe Sasuke asked me to marry him. I mean, I know we talked about it but somehow it was only because he was going to the United States. I never expected him to actually do it. At least not now. But I'm really happy and this is something I really want. I want to be with him. Just that.

The moment I open the door I feel a cold breeze that sends shivers all over my body. Damn, tonight is really cold. I quickly run to the window, closing it until I hear noise behind me.

"Who's there?!" I scream, turning around and see someone moving. Oh shit.

"Hello, pinky." A man speaks as he turns the lights on. He has white hair and a smirk plastered on his face. "I hope you're ready to die."

"What? What the hell are you talking about?!" I take steps back while he starts walking on my direction and takes a needle from his pocket.

"Since you're going to die, I think I can tell you." He laughs before speaking again. "You see, Sasuke is supposed to go to the U.S. with me and Orochimaru. We even told him we could hurt you if he didn't break up with you..." I notice him looking at my left hand. "But looks like he didn't listen." He reaches me, grabbing my neck. That means he's the Kabuto guy.

"L-Let go of me!" I try to kick him but he dodges. "Shannaro!" My fist contacts with his face, sending him against the wall.

I take the chance to run downstairs as I call Sasuke in the process. The moment he picks up the phone I hear Kabuto standing up and cursing before coming after me.

"Sakura? What's wrong?" Sasuke starts asking while I run downstairs, trying to find a safe place. I quickly find the bathroom and hide there, locking the door.

"Sasuke... Come to my house..." I whisper, listening to Kabuto calling for me. "Please... Kabuto... He..." But then the door cracks and I see Kabuto standing in front of me.

"There you are, you little bitch." He smirks before grabbing my hair and dragging me to the hallway. I take the chance to hide the phone on my pocket. "You could've made this easier but now... You're going to suffer before I kill you."

Kabuto kicks me in the stomach, making me groan in pain and tears escape through my eyes. Then he grabs my hair again and slaps me before throwing me against the wall. I try to stand up but somehow my body is hurting due to the impact. Please, Sasuke... Just hurry.

"I'm going to enjoy killing you." Kabuto grabs my neck tightly against the wall and I stop being able to breath. I have to do something.

"You..." I manage to say and gather all my strength, throwing my fist against his stomach and making him step back. "Son of a bitch!" I scream before punching him on his face again.

I watch him fall on the floor with blood on his face and the needle next to him. My stomach starts hurting more and I immediately start rubbing it before closing my eyes. Somehow I feel weak and even start losing my balance. As I'm ready to fall on the floor a pair of arms holds me.

"Sakura..." I hear Sasuke call me. "Sakura!"

"Sasuke... I..." I slowly open my eyes, looking at my raven haired boyfriend. "My body... It hurts."

"Don't worry. The cops are on their way here and I'm going to call Itachi." He says, helping me lay on the couch and I just nod.

I hear the sirens and a couple of men getting inside my house. One of them handcuffs Kabuto that holds a stern expression while the other one talks to Sasuke. I can't manage what they say and when they leave, I see Sasuke grabbing his phone and calling someone.

"Sasuke..." I whisper, catching his attention.

"Get some rest... Itachi is going to take us to the hospital." Is the last thing I hear before my eyes close again.