Author's Note: ….it's offical. This is the longest time it took for me to update a story. Seriously, the last time this was up dated was on November 6th, 2006. 7 long years of wondering 'how on earth does this end?' So here it is. Finally...over! So enough of my chatting. Please enjoy!
Disclaimer: It's not that bad really...the manga has been going on for over 10 years. -blanks- ah disclaimer...I don't own Naruto .
Stuck in the cabin ch 10
After a moment, they all walked back into the attic and that was the first time Sakura got to see it. It was much more bigger then the basement. It looked to be about the side of a two bedroom apartment. However, the layout looked about the same as the basement. The four of them walked over to the couch and sat down. Naruto was the first to speak after a short pause.
"So, what's the plan. Is there a way to get out of here Sasuke?"
A thoughtful look came across Sasuke's face before he replied. "I'm sure there is, I remember that there was some sort of escape route but I can't remember where-"
"I think I might know." Sakura cut in as she looked around at the group. "Well, I was actually in the basement. There was a stair case that lead me up here. I checked all the doors before coming up here except for two. One of them lead me here, so maybe the other one leads us out?"
All three of them gave her a blank look before they all jumped up and started to talk at the same time.
"Sasuke where's the flashlight?" Naruto asked as he looked around the room.
"Are there any provisions we can bring a long with us?" Hinata asked as she looked up at Sasuke.
"The flashlight is in the desk draw Naruto, Hinata you could pack a small bag of food, Sakura-chan look in the second closet to you're right. I think that's where we have extra blankets." He said.
"Blankets?" Sakura asked with a tilt of her head.
Looking down at her he smiled softly. "Because we don't know how how far the escape route goes. We need to keep warm. On that note, I believe that there are extra cloths and shoes for us to wear. If not up here, then down stairs for sure."
Walking back towards where his friends stood, Naruto looked over at Sasuke with a smirk. "You guys really stocked well didn't you? I even saw some c-" He was quickly cut off both by Sasuke's hand covering his mouth and a death glare.
Sakura was about to question what on earth was going on but at the last second decided she didn't want to know. So instead, when went to the closet Sasuke had directed her to and not only found the blankets but also a few clothing that her and Hinata could wear. At that thought, a frown came across her face. Thoughts of earlier that night flooded her mind. She really needed to clear things up, so she turned around and walked into the kitchen. There, Hinata was busy packing non perishables when she heard foot steps coming in. She paused and turned around, surprised to see that it was Sakura. She hadn't forgotten what she did earlier that night. It upset her deeply, however when the three of them thought that she was dead, Hinata regretted the thought of not being able to talk to her and to work things out. She wouldn't make that same mistake again. As if both girls had the same thought in mind, they waled towards each other and hugged each other tightly.
"I'm so sorry for what I did earlier Hinata!" Sakura cried out as she felt tears roll down her eyes.
"As angry as I was, I should have never hit you!" Hinata cried too.
"I should have trusted that you and Sasuke would never betray me like that. I really allowed my imagination to get the better of me." She pulled away slightly to look at her best friend. "What's worst is that I think I screwed up things between you and Naruto even more." A pout came across her face.
"Well, about that. One thing led to another and then.. " A deep blush came across Hinata's face.
Sakura blanked a few times as she continued to look at her friend who remained silent. Just then her jaw dropped and her eyes widened when she put two and two together. "You and Naruto did THAT?!" She cried out. Just then she placed a hand over her mouth when she saw Hinata's blush deepen.
"Oh my, was that-" She started unable to finish but somehow Hinata knew where her friend was getting at and so she nodded her head.
"And was he-" She half asked and once again Hinata nodded her head.
"And you were-" Sakura gasped. "I guess it's safe to say that you and Naruto are an Item again." She said with a huge smile. Hinata like wise smiled and the two girls hugged again.
Meanwhile with the boys
"Did Sakura imply what I think she implied?" Sasuke glanced over at Naruto who was blushing deeply.
"Um well, you see-" Naruto started nervously.
"Ah well you got me there." Sasuke said with a blank look.
"Sorry man, It just happened." Naruto said with a sheepish smile.
"Was it good?" Sasuke asked as he looked at his friend with a smirk.
"Damn right it was." Naruto smirked back and both guys gave each other a high five.
"What are you two doing?" Sakura asked as both her and Hinata stood by the kitchen entrance looking at them with raise eyebrows.
"Uh so about that escape route?" Naruto asked, disguising the nervousness in voice best as he could.
"Ah yea, we should be heading downstairs now." Sasuke said in his usual cool voice with a hint of nervousness. Before the girls could utter a word, the boys dashed out of the room fast as they could and down the stairs.
Sakura and Hinata both shook their heads and sighed deeply. "Boys." They said in unison.
30 minutes later, all four were dressed and stood in front of the only door that Sakura hadn't open. They hesitated for a second before Sasuke opened the door.
"What if it doesn't lead us out?" Sakura questioned as a fearful look crossed her face.
"Well there as to be a way out if both here and up stairs are shelters right?" Hinata asked softly as Naruto held her close.
"There's nothing to worry about." Sasuke said calmly as he looked back at them. "We well get out of this safely." With that he looked back at the door and muttered under his breath. "I hope."
"What was that hon?" Sakura asked.
"Nothing." Sasuke replied as he opened the door. All four stood silent at what they saw in front of them.
"This can't be." Naruto gasped.
"Are we really trapped?" Hinata whimpered.
"..." A hard look came across Sasuke's face.
"No wait. There has to be an explanation." Sakura said softly, trying to be the level headed one. What they saw in front of them looked to be a large empty and narrow room. No long tunnel as every one was expecting. Taking the first steps, she walked into the room and looked around. There had to be something. The staircase leading up into the attic was unusual. Maybe the exit was some how-
Her eyes widen at the thought and to the others surprise, she start to knock on the wall with her ear against it, step by step moving along.
"Sakura, what are you doing?" Hinata asked as she took a step into the room.
"Something in here is not what it seems." Sakura answered as she continued knocking. "The staircase leading up to the attic, you saw how it wasn't normal. Maybe they created a hidden door so that if someone found the tunnel they they wouldn't enter into the house."
A thoughtful look came across the other three faces. Before anyone could say another word, Sakura found what she was looking for. With a light push, one of the walls swung open revealing a darkness.
"Flash light please" Sakura asked without looking back, but with her hand extended out. Sasuke handed her the flashlight and she turned it on and held it out. It was indeed the long tunnel they were looking for. All together, they took small steps forward. About 10 minutes into the walk, they found torches to light up and used that instead of the flashlights to save battery. The order of them were as follows: Sasuke in front with one torch, then Sakura, Hinata and Naruto behind with the other torch.
There were many twists and turns and if felt like forever that they were walking. A couple of times the girls complained about being tired, so they stopped and took a break also deciding to have a snack. After a short time they continued. After another 15 minutes or so Sasuke stopped.
"What's wrong?" Sakura asked as she looked pass him to see why he stopped.
"What the heck? Who the hell built this house? Why on earth is the tunnel split in two?!" Sasuke cried out. He stepped forward a little more so that Hinata and Naruto could have a better look at their new challenge. It was true. The tunnel had split, to the right and to the left.
"How do we know which way to go?" Sakura asked as her lips quivered, a sudden fear taking over her.
"What if we never get out?" Hinata worried.
"Would both of you please calm down." Sasuke said in an even voice. "There is no need to panic." He then turned to look at Naruto. "You and Hinata go to the left. Sakura and I will go to the right. One of us is bound to find an exit. If not, turn back around and go the opposite direction."
"But what if we come across another split?" Naruto asked.
"Then don't risk taking it. Come back here. Sakura and I will do the same. I hate to do it like this, I would think it's best to stick together but we'll cover more ground this way. If either of us comes across the exit, shout it out so the other can here. It's a tunnel, so our voices will carry." He looked down at Sakura who was visibly shaken. With his free hand, he held her close then softly kissed her forehead.
"Everything is going to be ok." He whispered in her ear. "I won't let anything happen to you ok?" She nodded her head as she reached out and held his hand tightly. With a nod of his head towards Naruto, both couples set out in opposite directions.
"Sasuke?" Sakura spoke up after walking for a bit.
"Hum?"
"Um, about earlier tonight." She started off slowly.
"I know. I heard you and Hinata in the kitchen." He paused for a moment before he continued. "What bothered me most is that you would even think that I would do such a thing. I thought we were better then that Sakura."
Sakura glanced up and could see a look of disappointment written on his face. "I'm so sorry. I can't even explain what was going on through my mind at the moment. I was just scared I guess." A sadden look crossed her face.
A look of shock came across Sasuke's face. "Scared? But why?" He asked as he glanced down at her.
"Because, even though Naruto and Hinata were starting to get together one misunderstanding pulled them apart. I was scared the same thing could happen to us. We've been so happy. If one string is pulled, then the whole thing will unravel. That's what I honestly thought and it scared me." Sasuke stopped walking for a second and turned to look at Sakura. He gave her a soft loving gaze.
"Sakura-chan," He began in a serious tone as he placed a hand on her cheek. "I know in the past I've hurt you a lot. But right now there is nothing in the world that can pull us apart. Even if you did something to really get me upset like earlier, after the events of tonight I realized that I can not live my life without you. I want to spend the rest of my life with you."
Sakura's eyes widen as she felt a sting of tears threatening to fall. Before she was able to tell him how she felt she nearly fainted by his next actions. Getting down on one knee, he looked up at her while still holding her hand. "We are going to make it out of here and when we do, I would be honored if you would marry me."
Now the tears flowed freely down her cheeks. She dropped down to her knees and hugged him tightly. "I do!" She whispered softly with tears of joy.
The two continued their embrace until they heard Naruto call out. "Hey Sasuke! Sakura! We found it! We found the exit!"
For a moment both Sasuke and Sakura looked at each other. When it finally dawned on them, the both jumped up and shouted with joy. The two hugged each other tightly. They pulled apart and looked at each other.
"Let's go home." Sakura said as she grabbed his hand and squeezed it. He nodded his head with a smile and the two set off towards the exit and towards a new start in their lives.
1 year and a half later...
With a smile on his face, the minister said "You may now kiss the brides."
Both Sasuke and Naruto looked at their respected brides and pulled them in for a long passionate kiss. The guest all shouted with joy and claps as both couples turned around and walked down the aisle. Sakura and Sasuke both waved happily at everyone followed by Naruto and Hinata. The wedding was held outside in a beautiful garden. The path way leading out to the front was covered with red and white rose petals. The guest all alined along the path and blew bubbles at the newly wed couples. They could hear the congratulations and best wishes as they entered the awaiting limo.
Once inside, Sasuke closed the door. Sakura rested her head against her new husband and like wise with Hinata. A smile crossed Sakura's face as she spoke up. "I'm so happy that I was able to share this day with the both of you."
Both Naruto and Hinata smiled warmly. "Well, we've been through a lot." Naruto chuckled. "Which reminds me, I'm never going to the snow country again."
"I second that." Sasuke said with a nod of his head.
"So Sakura, where are you and Sasuke going for your honeymoon?" Hinata asked softly.
"Humm actually, I don't know. Sasuke wanted to plan it, he said it was a surprise." Her face scrunched together as she looked over at her husband. "Hon exactly where are we going?" She asked with a tilt of her head.
A blank look crossed his face. He said nothing.
She rose an eyebrow as she continued to look at him. "Sasuke-"
"I thought you were gonna handle that." He said as he scooted away slowly.
"What?!" Sakura cried out as she narrowed her eyes.
Just then he laughed. Sakura didn't really find this funny. "Just joking. Actually, Both Naruto and I came up with a pretty good idea."
Sakura and Hinata looked at each other then to the guys. "What idea?" They both asked at the same time.
"Well, my family has a privite island and I-" Sasuke started.
"No!" Sakrua and Hinata cried out at once, causing both Naruto and Sasuke to look at them with widen eyes.
"But it's not in the snow country!" Naruto protested. "It's gonna be fun in the sun!"
"At least think it over. I mean, what's the worst that could happen?" Sasuke said with a reassuring smile.
Sakura and Hinata sighed deeply. What's the worst that can happen anyway?
2 weeks later...stuck on an island...
Hinata and Sakura gave their husbands a death glare.
"You are saying?" Both growled in anger.
"Hehehe." Naruto laughed nervously.
"Look on the bright side," Sasuke said trying to lighten up the mood. "We're on a beach with the warm sun and beautiful ocean. What's the worst that could-" Before he could finish his sentence the sky suddenly got dark and there was a loud clap of thunder followed by a torrential down power.
Sakura made a mental note. Never let Sasuke plan another a vacation.
The end.
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