Behind the Scenes

Chapter 16

"Sasuke, I need to talk to you," Sakura said, her tone serious as she took his hand and led him to the couch. Sasuke furrowed his brows in confusion as he sat down beside her.

"I have a huge opportunity, and I want to discuss it with you," Sakura said, her eyes gleaming with excitement.

Sasuke nodded, waiting for her to continue.

"Okay, so here's the thing," Sakura began, taking a deep breath. "There's a job opening at one of the biggest hospitals in America, and I want to apply for it. I was hoping you would come with me."

Sasuke's eyes widened in surprise. "America? That's a big move."

"I know, but it's an incredible opportunity, Sasuke," Sakura said, her voice pleading. "We could start a new life together, away from all the stress and pressure here."

Sasuke sighed, his arms folding across his chest. "I can't just drop everything and move to another country, Sakura. My job here is important."

Sakura's expression fell. "But what about us? Don't you want to spend the rest of your life with me?"

Sasuke gazed at Sakura with a mixture of frustration and compassion. "Look, Sakura, I care for you, but moving isn't an option for me," he said firmly.

Sakura's eyes cast down, disappointment etched on her face. "I just thought that you would be happy about it and want to explore this opportunity with me," she said quietly.

"I can't," Sasuke reiterated, feeling the weight of the situation. "I have responsibilities here that I can't just abandon."

Sakura let out a frustrated groan, her voice rising in volume. "Ugh, why not? This is our chance to start fresh and build a life together."

Sasuke shook his head, a hint of annoyance creeping into his voice. "You're not listening, Sakura. I can't just drop everything and move to another country."

"You're being so selfish," Sakura muttered, her frustration and disappointment clear in her voice. "I've always thought about you, and when I want to do something, you always put it down. When will it be my turn to be able to do something, Sasuke? Huh?"

Sasuke's jaw clenched, his eyes flashing with annoyance. "I'm not being selfish, Sakura. I'm being realistic. I can't just abandon everything I've built here."

"Your job isn't everything, Sasuke," Sakura retorted, her voice rising in anger.

Sasuke let out a sigh, his expression softening slightly. "I can't just uproot my life for your dreams."

Sakura stood up from the couch, her eyes narrowing. "That's just it, Sasuke. They're not just my dreams, they're our dreams. We're supposed to be partners, remember?"

Sasuke stood up as well, his gaze meeting hers. "Partners, yes. But that doesn't mean we have to agree on everything."

Sakura's eyes narrowed, her anger boiling over. "Yeah, but you compromise for your partner if you really love them," she said through gritted teeth.

Sasuke scowled, his frustration evident in his voice. "But giving up my passion is okay if you get yours?" he retorted.

"Yes, if you really love me and want to spend the rest of your life with me," Sakura shot back, her tone accusatory.

Sasuke let out a sigh, his eyes drifting away from hers. "Well, looks like we want two different things," he said, his voice resigned.

"You know what, Sasuke?" Sakura spat, her voice tinged with anger. "Maybe you're right. Maybe we're not meant to be together if you can't even support me in my dreams."