SasuSaku Month 2017
Day 20: Déjà Vu
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The scene was too familiar it hurts.
Here they are, at the bench near the gates of Konoha. Their minds wandered to their genin days, when Sasuke left Konoha one cold evening with the moon in its full glory… leaving Sakura behind.
Now, it’s happening all over again.
Both tried to keep their composure, but Sakura was the first to break. Sarada’s sleeping peacefully, being carried by her mama – unaware of the pain surrounding her family. Naruto and Kakashi went ahead, knowing that the three needed their time together. Sasuke hugged the two people who meant the world to him. His wife wept onto his chest and he felt the tears on his own eyes as well.
“B-Be careful, anata…”
“Aa.” He tried his best not to let his voice break. “Take care of yourself as well… and… and also Sarada.”
Their little princess moved a bit, but sleep had a strong grip on her. Sasuke caressed her hair similar to his, and kissed her head. “I love you, Sarada.”
He then kissed the forehead of his wife. “I love you, Sakura,” he proclaimed as he bore his eyes on hers. Sasuke doesn’t always say those words, but when he does, Sakura could feel all the love and emotion enveloping her entire being.
“I love you t-too, Sasuke-kun.”
He poked her forehead, a gesture consecrated to their family. “I’ll see you soon.”
With one last hug, Sasuke turned his back and swiftly left the village. Sakura tried to keep her sobs under control, and a comforting hand landed on her shoulder. She saw Naruto and Kakashi, silently giving their strength to her.
This might be their hardest goodbye, but hope dwells in their hearts. They all knew that the mission will end one day. And once again, their family will be together once more.
The Hardest Goodbyes
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