"The worst feeling in life is not being lonely. Its being forgotten by someone you could not forget.."

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It has been one month.

And as the days pass by, Sakura became more distant to me now..

She barely visits me nowadays. She often calls late in the afternoons, saying that, she needs to do something important, then later on promises that she'll try to visit me in the morning, but frequently breaks that promise afterwards..

And I, as the love drunked man I am, always forgive her in the end; not wanting to become a burden to her anymore in her studies.

It's kinda funny how love can manipulate one person to the point that, you'll look like a complete fool to yourself..

But as they always say, 'love means sacrifice' and in my case, I can sacrifice anything for my girl.

Because that's how much I love her.

I was currently sitting on the mini bench, waiting for her again. Yuru, was I assume, playing with one of my maid's dog in the garden.

It was 4:15 pm. She said that she has nothing to do this afternoon so, here I am. Waiting another painful hour for my six months girlfriend.

Suddenly, I heard the gates open.

I stood up. "Blossom? Is that you?" I called. I then heard a loud sigh, "Teme, it's me. Your bestfriend."

"Naruto.. Have you seen Sakura? Is she at Gaara's house? Are they doing another assignment or project again?"

"Woah, woah, woah.. Not so fast Sasu-cakes!" He laughed.

"Naruto! Answer me!" I yelled, losing my temper.

"Okay! Okay! Sheesh.." he then cleared his throat. "Look, Sasuke, we've been friends for about.. ah.. a long, long time now so, don't be mad at me, because I'm telling the truth. Dattebayo!"

"Just spit it out, Naruto. Please."

His voice then turned into a serious tone, "A few hours ago, during lunch break, I kinda saw Gaara, and Sakura um.. ah.. making-out in the auditorium?"

What the F*cking Hell?!??!?!

D-Did he just say, what I think he said!? S-Sakura? She would never dare! She knows how much I love her, she knows that.. right?

And in an instant, a feeling of pain sheer through my heart.. It felt like, a sharp blade piercing into my chest.

It hurts, so bad..

"N-Naruto.. Tell me you're just kidding.. Tell me!" I know that, by this moment, my whole body started shaking.

"I'm sorry Sasuke.. but it's true."

No..

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That night, I locked myself in my room and ordered all the maids to leave me alone.

Sakura couldn't do that to me, right?

She loves me as much I love her, right?

Knock. Knock.

"Sasuke-sama, can I come in?"

"I thought I told you people to leave me alone!" I shouted. "But, your girlfriend Sakura wants to see you."

Sakura?

"Let her in." The door soon creaked open and closed. She then ran to my side and embraced me. "Sasuke! I'm sorry I'm late, I-"

"Save it." I stated coldly as I felt her embrace loosen up. "S-Sasuke?"

"Hn. Shut it Haruno. What were you doing with Gaara when you two were in the auditorium together?"

"S-Sasuke-kun, I-I.."

"Answer me, damn it!"

"G-Gaara was just asking me something. Nothing happened!"

"That's not what my source told me Sakura.. How could you?" My voice become softer at the end as I felt my heart shatter. I then heard her sighed and said, "I-I'm sorry Sasuke. That was just an accident. I never wanted that to happen.. and besides," I felt her hands cupped both sides of my face and leaned her forehead onto mine.

"..You know that I love you. I'm not cheating on you okay? I would never do that."

Why?

Why do I love this girl so much?

"Hn. Just don't do it again. Promise me you'd never leave my side Sakura.. you know how much I love you, and me being blind, doesn't really help much either." And if wondering why on Earth I forgived her that easily, well.. that's what love can do to you. It manipulates you in doing the most idiotic things in life.

"Thanks Sasu-kun.. I promise."

She whispered as I felt her gently brush her lips to mine. It's been a while -a week to be exact- that I haven't kissed her.

We broke the kiss after a while.

"I love you, Sasuke."

"I love you, too, Sakura."

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Two days after the incident..

I am now sitting on the mini-bench. As usual, waiting for my princess. That night, she slept with me in bed. And no, you nasty perverts, we didn't had sex. I would never do that to her, not until we're married of course. We just cuddled in the sheets and enjoyed each other's warmth.

Speaking of marriage, I plan to ask her tonight, during a dinner date a five-star restaurant.

And nothing is going to stop me from doing so.

"Arf! Arf! Arf!" Yuru barked as I heard the gates open.

I stood up and recognized the sweet smell of perfume the person had. I smiled. "Sakura." I felt her walk closer until to what I believe, is now in front of me.

"Sasuke." Her voice was of somewhat full of sorrow. Did something happen?

"What's wrong Blossom? Is something-"

"I think we should break up."

"W-What? I'm sorry, b-but I think I haven't heard that correctly Blossom, did you-"

"I'm breaking up with you Sasuke. It's over."

What?! Is this some kind of sick joke?! S-Sakura, she's breaking up with me?! ..Why?

"Why?" I demanded.

"S-Sasuke, it's just that-"

"It has something to do with Gaara, am I correct?"

"....."

"So you really are, cheating on me?"

"....."

"Sakura, answer me! Damn it! I may be blind, but I'm not stupid!!"

"Yes!"

Ouch. That hurts. A lot..

After all this time.. she's leaving me. She's leaving me, alone. The mere thought of it, just makes me want to cry..

Which is exactly what I'm doing now..

What did I do wrong?

"Sakura, please.. don't leave me." I hugged her tightly. I don't care if I have to beg. I don't care if I have to swallow my pride. I would certainly do anything, everything for her..

She was my light through the darkness. Without her, I'm nothing..

"S-Sakura, please.. I promise I'd be a better man for you. I-If I have done anything wrong, just tell me.. If I lack something you found in another, just tell me. You know I'd do anything for you.. we can work this out, I promise..I love you..Just don't leave me.."

Earning no response from her, I trembled.

And yes, I'm afraid at this moment.

I'm afraid to lose her..

"Sasuke."

"Y-Yes, Blossom?"

"You're useless."

"W-What are you-"

"Can't you see? Oh, I forgot. You can't see.. You're useless to me now. You lack everything I wanted in a man. I mean, look at you. You can't even take a single step without that guide dog of yours!" She yelled and pushed me away.

This is now or never..

I then reached for the engagement ring inside my pocket where I always put it, and felt her hand. As I did I held her right hand with my left one and got on a knee.

Holding the ring in front of her to see. I know this may be an untimely proposal, but I can't lose her..

"Sakura, I'm sorry I'm blind.. It's my fault. I should have not distracted you when you were driving.. But even so, Sakura, I love you no less. I can give you anything you wish.. And you know what? Dr. Yamashi called me today and told me that, my retinas are not that damaged and I they already found me an eye donor, so I can be operated next week.. I can finally see you. So please, just be a little more patient love, it will all be back to the way it used to be. I love you so much. So, Sakura, will you marry me?" I felt as nervous as ever. God, please give her back to me.

"Sorry. But I'm in love with Gaara now, Sasuke. We're together for more than a month now, and I can't be anymore happier with him..

Goodbye."

And as if the heavens wanted it to be a perfect scene, the rain started to pour down. She then slapped my hands away, and soon enough, I heard the gates closed.

She's gone.

Me not wanting to get up, trembled like a little kitten in the rain.

I swore I heard my heart broke like glass that moment..

And to add to it all, it rain harder and harder..

But it still cannot be compared to how hard my tears poured down my pale face..

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