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Fallen Angels	By : memoriesofdarkness Category: Naruto > Yaoi - Male/Male > Itachi/Sasuke Views: 3603 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 0
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Epilogue
11:14 pm.
Uchiha Sasuke entered through the gate of Konoha, apparently returning from a long mission. His face looked sleep deprived, his body was tired and his clothes were dirty and tousled from days of travelling. He’d pushed past his limits to return to the village within tonight. It wasn’t an order. In fact, he could’ve easily taken two or three more days and travelled slowly. But he insisted. He had to return. He had to be there before midnight.
It was the 8^th of June.

The village was quiet. Most of the people had already returned to their home. Only one or two shops, restaurants and bars were still open. He walked past Ichiraku. The old man Teuchi greeted him with a smile. He nodded as a reply. There was no time. As soon as he left the busier part of the village behind, he started running. He rushed past the people, the houses, the trees. Everything was a blur now. The only thing in his mind was the ticking of the clock. He needed to hurry.
Finally when he reached the gates to the Hokage’s office, the clock read 11:35. He hurried through the stairs. The office was nearly empty. But he knew he’d find the Hokage in his chamber. And he also knew the Hokage was expecting him to return tonight. He stood in front of the heavy wooden door and knocked.
“Come in”, came the usual raspy voice.
He entered.
“I thought you’d be back tonight Sasuke”, Uzumaki Naruto said with a knowing smile.
He said nothing as he walked forward and handed the mission report to his blonde friend, the seventh Hokage. Naruto took a glance at the scroll, then securely placed it with the other reports.
“I’ll study it later. Right now, you have somewhere to go.”
Sasuke stared at his friend, still unable to get used to his kind and considerate nature even after all these years. He lowered his head and whispered.
“Yes…”
“My work is almost done. Mind if I tag along?”
The raven said nothing, but his eyes showed his approval.

In truth, Naruto’s work was done a long time ago. He was still in the office only because he was waiting for Sasuke to show up. He knew, no matter what happened, the Uchiha would make it back tonight. It was a special night for him after all.
He felt a sharp pain in his heart. It’d been nearly three years since that day. And he could see Sasuke had changed. He was willing to open up more, to slowly break down the walls that isolated him from the rest of the world. And he was trying to let himself get closer to Naruto, in a friendly way. The blonde could see his efforts, and he truly appreciated it. But he also knew, he could never become someone as special as Uchiha Itachi. Sasuke might get close to him eventually, he might even consider about their relationship at some point. But the place in his heart that Itachi occupied, would always belong to him. Naruto knew it. And he’d accepted it. After all, no one could ever take Sasuke’s place in his heart. Then how could he expect Sasuke to give up his own? He understood it all. But the pain just wouldn’t go away.

He brushed away his thoughts and organized his belongings before gesturing the Uchiha that he was ready to go. They left the office grounds and started walking towards the more secluded part of the village to the Uchiha complex. They were walking in comfortable silence. The night was cold but not too cold, the soft breeze that ruffled their hair actually felt calming. They could hear the buzzing sound of hundreds of crickets around the trees. Fireflies danced in front of them, their soft light glowing in the dark. It was a beautiful night.
“You know what Sasuke…” Naruto broke the silence. “Take the day off tomorrow. You need rest after such a long mission.”
Sasuke said nothing. He just looked down and kept walking silently. He knew what Naruto was doing. The blonde was giving him a chance to spend the next day the way he wanted. Naruto knew how special this day was for him, and he was being considerate again. And as he knew Sasuke would never ask for something like this on his own no matter how much he wanted to, so the ever-so-kind ninja had taken it upon himself to give the raven what he needed without asking.
“Why do you do this to yourself Naruto…?” his voice came out barely as a whisper.
“What do you mean?!” the blonde chirped. “I’m only looking out for my best ninja. I am the Hokage you know!”
“You know what I mean, you idiot!” Sasuke gritted his teeth.
Naruto became silent. And when the raven looked up at him, he saw the blonde gazing at the night sky with a sad smile.
“I made a promise to someone… and to myself…” Naruto turned his head to the side to meet Sasuke’s eyes. “And as long as you are happy Sasuke, nothing else matters.”
The Uchiha didn’t reply. So Naruto continued.
“I know you’re hurting, even though you don’t show it. The love between you and him… it’s stronger than any bond I’ve ever seen. Hell! Maybe it’s even stronger than my love for you…” he chuckled. “He was the only one that could truly make you happy Sasuke. I know it as well as you do. And I’m never going to try and take his place. Because I know that’s impossible. But… let me be the one to show you what it means to be happy. Let me at least try Sasuke. I don’t care if I remain only a friend to you for the rest of my life, but I have to try!”
They’d reached the entrance to the Uchiha mansion. Both of them kept looking into each other’s eyes, before Naruto finally averted his gaze.
“Well, I guess it’s time for me to head back now.” He flashed his usual smile, trying to hide the pain in his heart.
And just as he was about to turn back, he heard it.
“Naruto…” Sasuke’s voice was low.
The blonde stopped on his tracks and stared at the raven, waiting.
And then, to his surprise, Uchiha Sasuke wrapped his arm around him. The hug was awkward, and very uncomfortable. But it didn’t matter. Because this one simple hug was enough to tell him that Sasuke cared, that Sasuke was willing to give him a chance. And the happiness and relief that he felt right now, was worth all the pain.
He returned the hug. His heartbeat was frantic. And when they pulled away, he moved his face closer and delicately brushed their lips together. Sasuke didn’t push him away. So, he gathered all his courage and looked straight into the eyes of the raven, and said the words he’d wanted to say for so many years.
“I love you Sasuke.”
And with that, he turned on his heel and started walking back, not letting the other see the tears that fell from his eyes.

11:50 pm.
Sasuke was inside. His movements were silent, almost like a ghost, as he walked from the entrance to his room. He took off the weapon pouch he’d been carrying with him and placed it on his bed along with his lavender travel bag. He went to the bath attached to his room and splashed cold water on his face. What he actually needed was a nice and long shower, but it’d have to wait. Right now, he had more important matters at hand. And his mind was too preoccupied.
He came out of the bathroom and took his towel from the stand to dry himself. He glanced at the clock.
11:55 pm.
He took a long breath, then walked out of his room. Each step took him closer to his brother’s room and his heartbeat quickened. It wasn’t anything unusual for him. Whenever he was staying here, he always spent the night in Itachi’s room just as before. But this night was special and each year on this night, he’d find his nerves stressing and his heart racing. He felt like a love-sick teenager, a fact too shameful to even admit to himself. He chuckled.
You’re the only one who can ever make me feel this way nii-san.

He thought about the kiss with Naruto. It was the first time he’d been kissed by anyone other than his brother. Well, not considering the accidental one which was also coincidentally by Naruto. Surely, he was a bit surprised. But it didn’t repulse him. It didn’t feel anything special either. It was just… normal. He was surprised because he was sure he’d have been disgusted if it were anyone other than Naruto. But of course, the spark that Itachi’s kisses ignited within him, no one else could ever do that. He knew it.

I can never love anyone the way I love you. My heart, my mind… everything is already so full of you that I have no place for someone else.

He opened the lock and slid open the door. The room was dark. He stepped in. It was just as he remembered. And surprisingly, the room looked clean even though he’d been away for months. Then he remembered the Hokage asking for a spare key to his house just before his leaving. He’d said it was for some maintenance issue. Now Sasuke knew why.
Naruto you idiot…

He walked forward and stood in front of the bed. He touched the soft white sheets, then turned to the bedside table. His hand reached out to grab the photo frame. He stared at the picture, a smile forming on his lips. Then he placed it back and took the folded piece of paper lying right underneath it. The paper had turned yellowish, and the creases were more pronounced. He opened it. His brother’s last letter. His fingertips swept over the words, as if caressing them with love. He could feel the tears forming in his eyes, but he didn’t wipe them away.

I’m doing what you asked aniki. I’ve opened my eyes. I’m looking for happiness like you told me to. And I’m finally giving him a chance.

He folded the letter back the way it was. He closed his eyes and let his mind be filled with the memories of that night. He recalled every detail, relived every moment. And when he opened his eyes, his mind felt at peace. He put the letter back to its place and walked to the window. He sank down on the floor and leaned his back against the wall with one knee propped up to support his arm, and gazed up at the night sky. It wasn’t a full moon like that night, but he knew… somewhere in that sky was a crescent shaped moon that was emitting its glow. The sky wasn’t dark anymore.

You said you’d always be there with me. And I believed you. Reality is different for everyone; it depends on what we choose to believe. And I choose to believe that you never left, that you’re right here… beside me.

He looked up at the mirror. It was the very same mirror he’d looked at three years ago, the mirror that’d showed their bond. Only this time, it was just his own reflection staring back at him.

“Remember us.”

Yes, he remembered. He remembered his brother, his lover… and he remembered their forbidden love. He brought his hand up to his neck and touched the necklace with his fingers.

Maybe someday I’ll be able to find happiness with him.
Someday… but not now. Not yet. Right now… all I need… all I want… is only you.

12:00 am.
He closed his eyes. The night wind entered through the window and ruffled his clothes. And he could feel two strong arms wrap around him protectively. He smiled.

Happy birthday, nii-san.

A/N: This is the end. I feel happy and sad at the same time :)
Thanks to everyone who have taken the time to read my fic. This fic is very very special to me. It was my way of coping with the ending. In my mind, I'd like to believe these events actually took place, and Sasuke found peace. Because damn! He really deserves some.
Thanks to smint45 for reading and reviewing all the chapters. You are amazing! XD
I hope you guys loved the fic as much as I loved writing it. Thank you all for this beautiful journey ^_^
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