Broken Promises

CHAPTER 14 – Plans

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A/N: So the hubby has restarted our Naruto watching with the holidays FINALLY over. (he got me an awesome Kindle and its loaded with…. YAOI manga. I’m a lucky girl ) And guess what arch we’re watching? Sasuke tells Orochimaru fuck you! BWAHAHAHA… so of course, said Uchiha pipes up and wants his own side of things. Gaara, Shikamaru (that lazy bastard whore) and even Hyuuga are getting more screen time… so this might be an overly angsty chapter. Forgive me. Hope you all had a lovely holiday!

Loveusender: Yup Shino/Gaara. Shino gets shafted a lot even by me and something in my head went, hu… they could really work together.
Kanazerosukenaru: LOL I’m really surprised people are so surprised by the Shino/Gaara pairing. So far nothing negative though. Yes, yes Neji is a complete idiot. Sasuke is slightly codependent but that’s part of his obsessive nature. In the show his obsession is avenging his clan and killing his brother. That was exactly what it was to portray, a glimpse into the domesticity of the life Naruto shared with Sasuke… we all have the current home life Naruto is leading. *hands you a box of tissue and a shot of grey goose.* You might need these.
Midnight Essence: I’m glad you stepped out of the shadows to talk to me. Thank you! I think its important there be no questions about what Naruto wants or needs. Shino/Gaara really did just seem to fit for me. Growing a pair… hrmm not sure that’s how I’d put it but Neji will make his feelings known. Bwahahaha yes yes, Tsunade.
Sadie237: I’m glad I can keep ya on your toes! Strap in Lovie… it’s about to get bumpy.
Ecdragon00: Yup this plan involved thinking… and that’s always helpful. LOL He does seem to get these walk on one liner rolls and I’m as bad about it as everyone so I decided enough and yes he’s the seme! A very protective seme at that. Yes, Neji does like Shika a lot… poor Neji. Contending with Naruto can’t be easy.
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Sasuke entered the house and shuddered as he was met with cold silence. He really hated this place. It was haunted and scared and empty, no it was worse it was half empty. The healthy thing to do would be to pack their things up and move but that had never been his strong suite, doing the right or healthy thing. Sasuke looked around the polished ebony stained bamboo floors, the cream walls and felt like crying again. Sliding his sandals off and into their rack he moved to the kitchen. He’d once thought it modern and sleek now it felt sterile. Black granite blond wood in stream lines with chrome accents Sasuke had once proclaimed it perfect. Shuffling a few things around he decided on something easy so he threw together a sandwich Naruto had made it for him when they’d first started staying the night together. It had become his favorite; unfortunately his attempts never lived up to the ones Naruto would make. “Two slices of white bread, how does the Dobe eat this stuff it even smells sweet. Mayo on either side, maybe he’s trying to give me a heart attack. Four even slices of ripe tomato, the very best part. Salt, pepper and a slice of cheese. Done!” He slid everything back in its place and eyed the sandwich. Lifting it he took a bite and sighed, it was good… but it lacked something. Leaving the kitchen he moved toward the living area. Modern furniture in a soft pale green with ebony stained wood and silver fixtures surrounded the room. Framed art work of landscapes and natural scenes hung on all of the walls. The shelving around the large TV held a variety of DVDs, books and photo’s… some were now empty. Three weeks ago after officially starting to fuck the Nara brat Naruto had sent a list of things he wanted. Nothing had hurt the way packing up the belongings Naruto considered his, until Sasuke had turned back to his partially empty home and realized these were all of the things Naruto did not consider his.

Sasuke turned heading down the hall, past guest rooms, the spare bath, the laundry and their bathroom to the master bedroom. The sheets that had given away what he had done had been shredded long ago in a fit of rage. The bedroom hurt the most, not because it was empty of Naruto but because it was so full of him. The bed was huge, big enough to play in but more importantly big enough for Naruto to sleep in. The blond could stretch out to inhuman proportions, Sasuke was sure he was part cat. The sheets were black, the bed black liquored and four posted to accommodate Sasuke’s kinks. The floors were the same as the rest but covering them was a bright orange rug, the walls were stark white but all around the room were black framed prints of symbols, people, things in bright happy orange all of them meaning something to the beautiful blond who once adored the home and the man left in it. The bedroom was completely Naruto and now it was Sasuke’s personal hell. Here he did penance while he worked on deserving the love of his soul once more. Finishing his sandwich Sasuke looked around and then went to shower. It was time for this day to be done.

When he woke the next morning Sasuke sighed his first move had been a success, not that Naruto had come running back into his arms forgiving him all his crimes, but he hadn’t received a box full of broken coffee maker bits and Shikamaru Nara hadn’t attempted to strangle him with his own shadow so all in all he was putting it in the win column. Dressing he slid his sword into its place over his shoulder across his back. The black shirt with the Uchiha symbol on the back combined with the black ninja pants and black sandals completed his cloths, he hadn’t cared if blue was traditional or the stupid green vest he refused both. If Naruto could wear fucking orange and Neji could prance around in white robes he could wear black. He moved into the village noting that he was less of a pariah since Naruto had freed Sakura from seclusion. At first they’d both believed she’d been forgiven and while some of their mutual friends returned to talking to her and spending time with her Sakura had still been shunned from Naruto’s life. For all that it likely made him a horrible sort of person Sasuke had been delighted to know that Sakura was still unforgiven. Today he walked to the private training fields. He had started this a month and a half ago to keep his mind off of the empty place that would destroy him if he let it. Last time he’d gone there Naruto had been by his side to pull him back, this time he would fall and he knew Naruto would blame himself. Sasuke couldn’t help believing he’d done enough to hurt Naruto. So Sasuke trained and became faster, sneakier, more dangerous and his mastery of the chidori was starting to scare Kakashi. He could use it at will now and had mastered channeling it through his sword. Sia refused to train with him because the last time the little cheater had kissed him and Sasuke had lit with electricity singeing the artists. He’d apologized but Sia had decided perusing Sasuke as a fuck buddy was not worth the physical harm. He had however told the Uchiha that when his hand stopped being enough to come by his place. The AMBU was definitely a willing little slut.

Along the way he’d seen Shino and Gaara, unlike most Sasuke had not been surprised to hear the two men had gotten together. Something about it was right. He was also very pleased to know Gaara was no longer a threat. Ok that might be stretching it, Gaara would still fuck him up, he was surprised the red head hadn’t already sent his sand in retribution. He noticed Gaara’s eyes subtly following Kakashi as he strolled by nose in his book. The little fucker was checking out Kakashi’s ass! It was obviously not subtle enough as the Kazekage’s boyfriend’s hand reached up gripping the back of his neck and the little pervert’s eyes lit as one corner lifted almost undiscernibly. Shaking his head Sasuke walked away, he’d had Gaara in his bed before, he and Naruto had played with the red head a few times each time had shown him just how kinky the jinjuriki was and each time had shown him a darkness in him that worried the raven for days. It would have been too easy to get lost in the complete submission of his partner to do things to Naruto that could forever change who the bright blond was and he never wanted that. Lost in thought he didn’t even notice as said blond watched him head for the training grounds.

Naruto was out gathering a few things for later that night. They were having every one over for a small party and he wanted to be sure they had all the alcohol and snacks required. Exiting the shop he stopped, he’d seen Sasuke a few times since returning from the sand but Tsunade hadn’t had any new missions for team Kakashi and so he’d not really bothered with Sakura or Sasuke. The raven had changed the last time he’d seen the other man he’d been lean, toned but still wispy. Now Naruto could see the defined muscle through the black shirt, his shoulders were broader even his legs were defined and it showed in how his pants fit. Mouth tightening he looked away and headed back to the house he shared with Shikamaru. He’d checked in with Baa-chan and stopped to see Iruka before groceries. Once more he’d come home to Neji on their back porch with his boyfriend playing shogi. He glared this was the second time he’d seen his Nara’s hair down, Shikamaru even left the damned pony tail in when they had sex. The two men were whispering and the Uzumaki growled as he put the beer away and looking back he saw it. He saw the look of desire in Hyuuga’s eyes. Having enough he slid out to the back and pushed Shika’s hair aside, kissing his boyfriend’s neck just over the mark he’d left that morning he whispered into Shikamaru’s ear. “Think it’s time for company to leave so we can have a little us time before the party.” Standing he smiled at Neji knowing the other man was being given a front row view of Naruto’s effect on the shadow nin. Pulling his hair up Shika stood and smiled at Neji, “We’ll finish later ok? I’ll see you at the party tonight.” Only Neji’s cold eyes revealed his feelings on the matter but his mask was in place. Nodding he left without a word the laughter he heard as the door slammed shut causing his teeth to grind.

There was only one safe place to go in this mood, the training grounds. Heading for the private side he was surprised to find Uchiha there. Watching he studied the technique’s the other ninja was using and was impressed. “Are you going for ANBU?” The byakugan wielder asked pushing away from the tree.

Looking up Sasuke frowned. “I hadn’t considered it. The Hokage isn’t exactly happy with me.” Grabbing up a bottle of water he took a long drink. Looking Neji up and down he smirked. “What did Naruto do? He’s the only person I know who can inspire that sort of irritation in the most patient of ninja.” He watched Neji stiffen and sighed. “Shikamaru?”

“He’s been doing Shikamaru for some time now Uchiha.” Neji bit out and grinned when Sasuke winced, direct hit. Served the smug bastard right.

“You think I don’t know? I know exactly what it looks like when you’ve been in bed with Naruto. I know he likes to mark what’s his. I know he’s a possessive bastard who will make it very clear when something is his, especially when someone threatens to take it.” Raising a brow he looked Neji right in the eye. “If he’s making a show of things with Nara then he considers you a threat. If you want him that’s not a bad thing, because it means Naruto recognizes Shikamaru’s attraction to you.” Grinning when he saw Neji’s interest in what he was saying. “We know my ulterior motives. So I won’t bother pretending I don’t have any. I want Naruto single again with his other options off the table so I can at least speak to him. So I can have a chance.” Sighing Sasuke looked at his only possible ally and took one hell of a chance. “I love him Neji. If I could take back what I did I would. I was lost in a haze of pain and fear and adrenalin and it doesn’t make it right but for a moment there I swear it was him I saw under me.” Sighing Sasuke looked up at the darkening sky. “He is my soul and without him to guide me I’m a shell… a dark creature that lives in shadows.” The words were a whispered admission.

Neji watched listening and when he was convinced of the honesty in the other man’s words he nodded. “I assume you have a plan?”

Looking back Sasuke shook his head. “No, I don’t.”

“Posessive, jealous and just a little bit crazy…” Neji smirked. “Think you can stomach making out with me Uchiha?”

Black eyes widened and Sasuke swallowed. Making out with Neji would definitely not be a hardship. “Possibly, what do you have in mind?” Neji laid his plan out. If Naruto were truly possessive then Sasuke taking another lover might drive him just a little bit crazy. “Shikamaru is much the same. It’s what split Tamari and he up, he couldn’t stand the idea of her flirting with or worse being with other men while they were apart. In the end his jealousy tore them apart.”

Nodding Sasuke raised brow, “Short of making a show of it, how do we ensure they find out?”

“Easy we do it where Ino can see. I’ll skip the party tonight after we make sure she gets a good glimpse of us kissing. She will take care of the rest.” Naji grinned. With that Sasuke and Neji left the training fields taking to the roof tops, finding the blond had been easy. She could be heard yelling at Choji to change and hurry up. Dropping to the back of an ally across from where she stood, then they walked toward the entrance of it as if leaving. Neji had removed his hair tie and Sasuke had smirked as he’d ripped the collar of his shirt a little before she could see them. Leaning in the two men kissed, than the kiss turned heated. Ino stared wide eye before hiding behind a cart staring in shock. This was both incredibly hot and shocking. She watched the two men look around and then go separate ways before taking roof tops.

Walking out she swallowed, “Oh my GOD!” Turning she left Choji behind and went in search of Tenten.