Wait [Modern AU]

Step #1

I could feel his heart beating under my cheek. His hands were rough but his touch was gentle on my back. His dark curly hair tickled my cheek and was soft to feel. His hot breath neighboured my ear as he whispered, "I'm sorry...this will be the last time."

"What? Where are you going, Shisui?" I questioned. I pulled away from his chest and let my fingers glide along his strong jawline, eventually stopping on his shoulder. His expression was soft but held seriousness.

"I..." He started off hesitantly, straying his eyes away from mine and to the ground. "I'm going to Europe to study abroad for a few years." He waited for a moment before glancing to look at my reaction. Judging by how surprised he is, he probably didn't think I'd react this way.

"Shisui, it's great that you're going to Europe to study abroad! That's a once in a lifetime experience!" I grin. The news didn't bother me. Maybe it was because he told me where he was going, or maybe it was because I know we'll find a way to communicate even when we're separated by countries. "How long are you going for?"

"3 years. It's not too long, but I'll be returning around year 11 here, so I guess we'll still graduate together...?" His brows raised in question, before he took a step forward to me. His hand rested on my shoulder. "Make sure you stay safe, you hear me? I don't want you trying to break your leg or something, okay?"

I giggle. Sadness suddenly overcomes me as I give him a small smile. "I'll miss you, you know?"

Letting a grin takeover his face, the Uchiha wrapped his arms around me and pulled me into another tight embrace. He was laughing gently, making his body vibrate as he squashed me in his bear hug.

"I'll miss you too! Don't become too rebellious! I need to be able to recognize you when I come back!"

"We'll have video chat so we'll be able to see each other often. Wouldn't matter too much, would it?"

"Video chat is nothing compared to the real thing! I want my best female friend next to me! Not a video!"

"Well...in Europe, a video's better than nothing, right? It'll be easier than trying to stick me into your suitcase!" I end up laughing with him.

Finally when our laughter stopped, Shisui loosened his grip and placed his chin on top of my shoulder. We were close in height at 14, but he hadn't hit his growth spurt yet, even though he's already pretty tall.

"Make sure you tell me everything, ok? Itachi should still be here as well, so he's another that you can talk to, if I'm not there." Shisui spoke gently.

"Mhmm. By the way, when you said it was the last time...I don't get it? You're only going away for a few years; you're coming back. Doesn't that mean it won't be the last time?" I question the handsome male.

Shisui looked a little taken aback, but then he chuckled and ruffled my hair so that it messed up. "I meant that it will be the last time for this year and the next few."

I nodded in understanding. "When are you leaving?"

"Actually...I'm leaving tonight." Shisui took a step back and rubbed the back of his neck sheepishly.

"Wait...TONIGHT?!" I exclaimed loudly. I was too shocked for words. How dare he tell me that he was going, on the day he was going!

"Yeah...it was pretty last minute stuff. Not too many people know about it, but the school knows so it should be fine." Shisui shrugged casually.

I sigh and ran my hand through my hair to smooth it, before nodding. "Alright. If your flight's tonight, you should get ready. Good luck over there! Stay safe, Shi-chan." I extend my hand and curled it into a fist.

Shisui got the message and bumped his fist with mine in the same fashion, grinning just as widely.

Before he left, he glanced towards me, "There's something I want to tell you after I come back. Will you listen?" His gaze on me was solid and he waited for an answer.

With a nod, I said, "Of course! What do you think I've been doing these past 10 years?" I joke and wave my hand in front of my face. "But yeah! I will. You can tell me anything. I won't judge you."

Shisui's lips melted into a charming smile, before he was off. "See you in 3 years! Or on Skype or whatever." He did a carefree salute before exiting.

I muse, "Something to tell me, huh...?"