Dreams and Destinations

                                    

                                          

The sun rose gently over the horizon, casting a warm golden glow over the resort. The sound of waves crashing softly against the shore created a serene backdrop for the morning. Sasuke and Sakura woke up to the beautiful view from their suite, feeling refreshed and content after the previous night's events.
Dressed casually but elegantly, they made their way to the resort's outdoor restaurant, where Naruto and Hinata were already seated at a table overlooking the ocean. The table was adorned with fresh flowers and an array of delicious breakfast items.
"Good morning!" Naruto greeted cheerfully, waving them over. "Hope you slept well."
Sakura smiled warmly as they took their seats. "We did, thank you. This place is amazing."
"It really is," Hinata agreed, her eyes sparkling with happiness. "Naruto, thank you for everything."
Naruto grinned, a hint of pride in his eyes. "Anything for you, Hinata."
As they began to enjoy the sumptuous brunch, the conversation naturally turned to the future.
"So," Naruto began, his tone serious but filled with excitement, "Hinata and I were talking about our engagement last night. We want to take our time with the wedding, maybe have a long engagement to really enjoy this period of our lives and plan everything perfectly."
Hinata nodded in agreement, her expression thoughtful. "Yes, we want to make sure we do it right, without rushing. It's a special time, and we want to savor every moment."
Sakura listened, feeling happy for her friends. "That sounds wonderful. A long engagement will give you plenty of time to plan and make sure everything is just the way you want it."
Naruto nodded, his eyes shining with determination. "Exactly. And it gives us time to really enjoy being engaged, to travel and experience new things together before settling down."
The conversation naturally shifted to Sasuke and Sakura as they reflected on their own relationship.
"What about you two?" Hinata asked gently, looking at Sasuke and Sakura. "Have you thought about your future together?"
Sakura glanced at Sasuke, a soft smile on her lips. "Well, we have talked a little. I think we both have our own dreams and goals, but we also want to support each other in achieving them."
Sasuke nodded, taking Sakura's hand in his. "Exactly. We both have our careers to focus on, but we also want to make time for each other and grow together."
Sakura added, "I love my job at the hospital, and it's really important to me. But I also want to make sure I have a balance, to not lose sight of what's important outside of work."
Sasuke squeezed her hand gently. "And for me, I want to continue my work with the police force, but also find a way to ensure that my responsibilities don't overshadow my personal life."
Naruto smiled, appreciating the honesty in their answers. "It's great to hear that you both are thinking about these things. It's important to have those discussions and make sure you're both on the same page."
The conversation flowed easily, with the two couples sharing their dreams and plans for the future, feeling more connected and supported than ever.
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After brunch, they decided to explore the destination together. The day was filled with laughter and adventure as they visited local attractions, hiked to scenic viewpoints, and even tried their hand at snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters.
Sasuke and Sakura found themselves enjoying each moment, their bond growing stronger with each shared experience. The camaraderie with Naruto and Hinata added to the joy of the day, making it one they would always remember.