Love Deeper
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Longing
A/N: Oh. My. Goodness. I can’t believe how many reviews I got for this story! THANK YOU ALL SOOOO MUCH!! I hope everyone has enjoyed their holidays.
Note: Sakura’s affair took place on Friday.
Warnings: OOC, obsessive! Sakura, very much onesided SasuSaku, SakuNaru, SaiSaku, and SasuNaru.
Disclaimer: -Tears up- I d-don’t own Naruto and I don’t think that I ever will. “Cut! That’s a wrap people.”
Enjoy!
Love Deeper
February 22, 2007
By: Cherry Jade
If I keep on looking forward
Will I meet you again?
Because the future really continues on forever
Underneath a large sign
I want to watch time change
- Passion by Utada Hikaru
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Haruno Sakura twisted in her bed for what felt like the millionth time that morning. She had woken up when a bit of the sun rays had started to shine through her blinds in the hotel room. She had closed them and went back to bed, but soon found that she couldn’t fall back asleep. Since then she had tossed and turned, her body very restless.
She sighed and opened her green eyes, finally sitting up. The guilt that she had been feeling since Naruto found her and Sai in their bed still gnawed at her. She ran a hand through her pink hair and sighed again. It was still hard for her to believe that Naruto didn’t even want to hear what she had to say. He always listened to her no matter what.
Sakura laughed to herself bitterly. She had promised herself that Naruto would be the one and she would give up any notions of him. Even after all these years, she still hadn’t forgotten about him.
Uchiha Sasuke.
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Chapter 2:
Longing
-Flashback-
Sakura smiled to herself as she went to her first class of the week. She was so excited to make new friends and potentially find a college sweetheart. She had dumped her boyfriend in high school because he wasn’t going to a college in Japan and she knew that overseas relationships didn’t work and wouldn’t put her through that kind of stress.
She had already memorized the map that led to her classroom and turned the corner when she bumped into a warm chest causing her to drop her books. She looked up, ready to yell at the fool that caused her to-and her mouth promptly dropped open.
Dark eyes glared at her and she felt her breath catch in her throat. He was the most handsome man she had ever had the fortune of bumping into and she couldn’t stop staring at him and he-
“Are you going to pick up your books or keep staring at me?” The deep voice said coldly with a hint of irritation interrupting her train thought.
“I am so sorry for-”
“Hn. Whatever.” He walked around her without so much as glance in direction. He didn’t even help pick up her books.
What a jerk!
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Weeks later Sakura couldn’t stop thinking about that handsome face of that man. She was fascinated with his dark looks. She thought that his dark hair framed his face perfectly. He was tall and lightly muscled. He was perfection. She knew his name was Sasuke Uchiha and that he was a senior. She also knew that he was one the most sought after man on the campus. Everywhere he went, there were at least two to three girls vying for his attention, but he never paid them any mind.
It was then Sakura had an epiphany. Maybe she could show him how different she was from everyone else and he would like her…and maybe he would even ask her out.
-:-
So she got a hold of his schedule, got to know some of the people he hung out with, and followed him to places that he frequently visited, for example the isolated section of the library that could only be reserved. She had tried to explain to the librarian that she was here for a study group session with Sasuke, but it turned out that the he was one step ahead of everyone. He told the librarian that he would have a solo session and no one was to interrupt him.
She also found out that he didn’t live on campus but owned an apartment. She followed him there also. To her greater shock, it was a guarded community and if you didn’t live there or weren’t invited you couldn’t get in.
Sakura had all this information, but she wasn’t any closer to getting him to like her. Her schedule and his didn’t mix. On her days off he had class and she often would have assignments that she would have to complete and vice versa. But her luck would change and she was presented with one golden opportunity. Her class had let out early; the only thought that was running through her mind at the moment was Sasuke’s class ends in five minutes. Hopefully she would catch him alone for only a moment.
And she did.
He was last to leave the classroom and she caught him walking out the door.
“Sasuke-kun,” she rushed out, panting heavily. He stopped but did not turn around to face her.
She took a deep breath. “I was just wondering if you would like to the Konoha Café and maybe get some coffee…?” Sakura trailed off uncertain of his answer and she watched as he turned around slowly to face her. The hope in her rose, he hadn’t rejected her yet.
“I’m going to tell you what I tell every other girl that attempts to get close to me, so listen up. I am not interested in a relationship with anyone. I will not fall in love with you no matter how different you attempt to be. Is that understood?” She could only nod mutely and he turned around and went in the direction that he was originally headed in before he was interrupted.
Sakura felt so crushed, she knew Sasuke was mean from the rumors but never expected him to completely shut her down. He probably viewed her as the same as every fan girl.
But she wasn’t damnit! She wanted to show him that she could hold an intelligent conversation and not sound like a complete idiot.
That night she had cried herself to sleep, rejection hurt. Sakura didn’t factor in rejection into her equation and that was what hurt the most. She had fallen in love and never thought of a back plan just in case it never worked out.
That following morning, Sakura woke up and her second epiphany happened. She could have what she wanted, she would have to approach it differently though. She knew some of the people that Sasuke occasionally hung out with.
Maybe they could help.
She went to each of them and most of them shot her down. They had basically said that they weren’t going to mess with him and he would choose if he wanted a girlfriend or not. But one felt sorry for her. Kiba Inuzuka, one of Sasuke’s classmates said that he would help her. So one afternoon Kiba schedule a meeting with Sasuke, claiming that he needed help with his business class. Sasuke agreed, but only offered one hour of his precious time, saying that Kiba needed to pay better attention during the lectures. Kiba had given her time that she should arrive and where to wait.
After the quick study session had ended, Kiba put the plan into motion. “Oi, Sasuke.”
Sasuke, who was gathering his books, stopped at the voice. “Hn.” It was a grunt that Sasuke gave to show that he was listening.
“Do you know that cute freshman girl with the pink hair?” The raven haired man’s brow furrowed, wondering where Kiba was going with this.
“I’ve seen her, but I don’t know her.” Sasuke didn’t agree that she was cute but he wanted to see where this was leading to.
Kiba began rambling, “Well, I think she likes you. Why don’t you take her out sometime? See if she’s girlfriend material. Maybe it’ll help with all the girls that are chasin’ ya.” Kiba and Sakura waited nervously for his reaction. Sasuke slammed his book shut and glared viciously at Kiba.
He all but growled at the brown haired man in front of him. “Kiba, I suggest that if you like this freshman girl, you go after her.” The dog lover flinched at the tone directed toward him, but Sasuke wasn’t finished. “You know I’m not interested in anyone. I have goals and companionship isn’t apart of those goals.” With one last glare, Sasuke tossed his book bag over his shoulder roughly and walked away.
Kiba let out the breath he was holding. He had forgotten how scary the Uchiha could be. He caught Sakura standing there and shrugged in apology.
After that little speech, Sakura knew that she would have no chance with him. She would never be a part of his life as long he was focused on his goals.
The months passed by in whirl and second semester came and went. Sasuke graduated and Sakura was left behind. She tried to forget Uchiha Sasuke and focus on her own goals.
-End Flashback-
Moving to the window to look outside, Sakura was still lost in her thoughts. She couldn’t forget Sasuke. There was something about him that drew her to him. He was dark and she was light; she could potential be the love of his life. From the time Sasuke left she was still thinking about him. It was evident the guys that she dated, they were all had jet black hair like him and dark eyes like him. She noticed after the third guy that she broke up with.
Her dorm roommate Ino Yamanaka noticed how miserable Sakura was even though Sasuke was gone. Most of the fan girls had moved on, but it looked like Sakura was still stuck. Being the nice girl that Ino was she decided to take pity on the pink haired girl and introduce her to some of her friends. That was how she met Naruto.
Ino had a get together at her friend’s restaurant. Many people had shown up and were having a good time. While at the table talking with Ino, a person had walked in late. He had bright blond hair and the bluest eyes that she had ever seen. He immediately headed for her table and apologized to her blonde friend for being late. Azure eyes caught her staring and he had introduced himself. Uzumaki Naruto, he had said in a bright tone and grin on his face. He was the exact opposite of Sasuke. This person, she thought herself, would help her get over the handsome Uchiha.
Sakura tried to get to know Naruto, but the thing was he wasn’t interested in her. He had only introduced himself to be polite. But after a while he began to warm up to her and they eventually started dating. Sakura found herself thinking less and less about Sasuke and for that she was happy.
They had graduated college a year later and Naruto suggested that since they were dating they live together. After searching they found a specious two bedroom apartment and immediately took it.
The move caused them to come closer to city where Naruto found work quickly because of studying corporate business in college while Sakura had studied design. Together they had more than enough money to pay bills and things of that nature. They were happy that first year. But this year proved to be trouble.
The designing company’s main office that Sakura worked for relocated overseas to America and she was cut because she chose not to move with the company. Because of that, Naruto had to work more hours at the office. She went to several interviews but she didn’t hear anything from the owners.
Finally she received a call from a place call Deidara and Sasori’s Designs (1) to become a retail sale’s manger. Sakura wouldn’t start working until next month when the old manger switch locations. So she had three weeks to spare and nothing to do. Naruto was still working 10 hour workdays leaving her lonely. She then decided that she would take up small activities to distract herself.
One morning, she left early to go jogging and that was how she met Sai Igarashi. Sakura jogged to Konoha’s park and had to stop soon after. She had no idea that she was so out of shape. She also forgot to bring water with her and that’s where he found her.
“Hey there, are you okay?” He had asked her politely. Sakura shook her head in a ‘no’ fashion.
He chuckled and gave her some of his water bottles that he had with him. Sai gave her some pointers and left her there to manage by herself. After a few moments of recovering, she reflected on the brief meeting. Sai looked so much like Sasuke. He had the dark eyes and jet black hair though Sasuke was taller and broader in the shoulders, they could pass off as brothers.
Sakura later in the week found out that they were neighbors when she bumped into him. They had talked for a bit and went their separate ways. She liked him; he was a nice and easy to talk to.
Soon they were hanging out regularly and even though he worked he still found time for her. He once invited her to dinner in his apartment and she was amazed by all the art that she found around his place. They had a great discussion about all kinds of art. Naruto really wasn’t into designs and art but did appreciate it.
Sai was so different from Sasuke and Naruto it was so…refreshing. She already knew that she was attracted to him, but she was still with Naruto. But that didn’t stop her from becoming closer to him. Sai became a quick constant in her life over two weeks. And Naruto working longer in the office it wasn’t hard.
Then last night he came over right from work to see her and they had started talking like always. He leaned over and kissed her and the next she knew her clothes were on the floor and Sai was spreading her legs and entering her.
Then Naruto’s unexpected appearance…
Sakura cleared the thoughts from her mind. Dwelling on the pass only reminded her depressed. Her emerald eyes hardened with determination.
She would get Naruto back no matter what.
§§§
Sasuke sighed and put the contract down on his desk and took off his reading glasses. He then ran his fingers through his bluish black hair, frustrated. He turned his chair around and faced the big windows that allowed him to see the city bathed in sunlight. It was quite a sight. This was the first time in a long time that he allowed himself to be distracted from his work. But he knew the reason. Last night had affected him more than he wanted to admit.
Sasuke hadn’t meant to seduce that beautiful blond. He walked in the bar last night expecting average people to be there; sluttish women and drunk men. But never did he expect such a beauty to be there and a man no less.
The Uchiha didn’t usually chase after anyone. He had never been attracted to men or women. He had always focused on taking over his father’s company and being the best that he could possibly be. But last night he had thrown all caution to the wind as soon as he glanced into those azure eyes. What made Sasuke really connect with the blond was the familiar pain and loneliness that he saw in his eyes. He couldn’t help but want to make Naruto forget his pain for at least one night and in return forget his own troubles.
Sasuke’s obsidian eyes continued to watch the people on the ground that looked like ants to him, still lost in thought. He sighed again; he knew that he would never see his beautiful blond angel again. So with a heavy heart he turned around to get back to work. He was tired of brooding for now, besides when he went to his lonely house he could brood in privacy about something that he couldn’t have.
Straightening the mass of papers on his large mahogany desk a file caught his attention. It was the information for his new secretary from the merger that would be replacing his old one. He hoped to god it wasn’t some woman that would drool over him once she found that he was her boss.
He picked it up and opened only to drop it again. Black eyes widened at the picture that he saw.
He couldn’t believe this…it was a picture of Naruto.
But the file contained all the information that Sasuke needed to know. His address, number, marital status, how long been working for the company, the list went on.
Uzumaki Naruto, huh?
Sasuke took off the paper clip and brought the picture closer to him for a closer look. The blond haired man was smiling unlike many company pictures that he had seen before. His bright blue eyes lit up the entire photo, it was a wonderful sight. The dark haired man felt a smile tug at his lips, but quickly pushed it away. He mentally thanked what ever god decided to give him this opportunity. He officially had the blond man in his grasp.
Sasuke couldn’t wait for Monday morning.
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It was mid-afternoon when Naruto staggered back into his apartment due to the slight pain when he walked. As soon as he had closed the door he slumped down to the floor. He really didn’t feel like coming back here. This place held to many memories, especially his bedroom.
He had thought about this all morning and he knew what needed to be done. He struggled to get up and make his way toward the bathroom to take a shower. As soon as he was in the bathroom he started to take off his shirt, but noticed that there all kinds of bite marks and hickeys on his neck and chest. He blushed profusely and memories from last night surfaced in mind making the blush spread across his cheeks.
Naruto couldn’t believe that he had let another man seduce him. He knew that the beer played a role in him taking up Sasuke’s offer. He didn’t drink much and the alcohol had buzzed him a little.
He dropped his pants and boxers and got in the shower. He put the water on hot and sighed deeply. It felt so good. He reached for his soap and wash cloth and began to lather it up. He soaped all over his body and moaned when the cloth came in contact with some…sensitive places. Naruto didn’t regret last night. Last night he had been hurt and Naruto let himself be consoled by sex. When he woke up this morning he felt great and at peace; he could think clearly and that was what he had wanted.
Naruto put his head under the spraying water and simultaneously reached for his shampoo bottle. Finally finishing he step out, grabbed his towel dried off quickly. He still had things to do. Like for starters, pack Sakura things, and get rid of his old bed, and take Sakura’s name off the lease.
To some other person this might seem cruel, but Naruto had warned her when they got together that if she ever cheated that he would leave her. After been betrayed so many times during his life, he wanted some stability. He thought that he had found that in Sakura, but once more he was betrayed.
Suddenly a memory from college sprung in his mind. Ino, a friend of his had warned him. It was right around the time that he and Sakura were officially boyfriend and girlfriend. The platinum blonde had pulled him after their class was done. Her blue eyes had stared into his, hers serious. “Be careful Naruto, Sakura was in love with someone deeply. I don’t know if she has gotten over him but…keep in mind that they heart does not forget.”
Naruto hadn’t completely disregarded the message. He was skeptically with Sakura, but when she didn’t show any signs of loving someone else. He left it alone and let himself be happy with her.
Well judging from Sai, the person she used to be in love with had dark hair and eyes right?
He wondered who it could be.
§§
By that night Naruto finished all three of his tasks. He had packed every thing that Sakura owned in boxes. He successfully got rid of his old bed and pillows and replaced them. He also managed to call up the landlord and take Sakura’s name off the lease so it stated that he lived alone. Perfect.
Tomorrow schedule held resting and changing the locks. He would also call Sakura to make sure that she met up with him Monday after work to come pick up her stuff.
-§§-
Sunday flew by and it was already Monday morning. This would be the starting of the first week without Sakura. Naruto felt a bit lost with her, but he was strong and he would make it. He got ready and was already out the door by eight.
He would usually leave at 8:15 and be there by 8:30, but he had a meeting with his new boss. Naruto got there quickly, noting the change from his old company Sannin Corporations to Uchiha Industries.
He went inside and practically gaped. The insides were completely different. For starters there was a receptionist at the front of the building. He walked up to her. He didn’t know what floor he would be on exactly so it was safe to ask her.
“Name?”
“Uzumaki Naruto.” She typed fast on the computer and blinked. She looked away from the screen and at him.
“Uchiha-san will see you now in his office. His office is where Sannin-san used to be.”
He flashed a bright smile, which caused to her blush, and thanked her.
Naruto quickly went in the elevator and hit the button for his desired floor. In no time he was there in front of Uchiha-san door. He knocked and he heard a muffled come in. He opened the door slowly and walked in closing it behind him.
His boss was turned facing the large windows. He turned around and Naruto felt his mouth drop and his eyes widen.
This had to be some kind of sick joke. His boss was…...
“Sasuke!”
Owari
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(1) In the manga, Deidara and Sasori argue about art is so I thought it would be appropriate if they own a store together.
A/N: Sasuke and Naru-chan finally come face again, ne? So how was it? I hope that you liked it! Please review and tell me what you think!
Next Chapter: Things from Sai’s perspective. Sakura visits Naruto at work and discovers that her old crush and (ex) boyfriend know each other. Eh? And why is Sasuke smirking like that?.!
Adios,
Cherry Jade
A C.J. Production.
In association with SasuNaru INC.
Note: Sakura’s affair took place on Friday.
Warnings: OOC, obsessive! Sakura, very much onesided SasuSaku, SakuNaru, SaiSaku, and SasuNaru.
Disclaimer: -Tears up- I d-don’t own Naruto and I don’t think that I ever will. “Cut! That’s a wrap people.”
Enjoy!
Love Deeper
February 22, 2007
By: Cherry Jade
If I keep on looking forward
Will I meet you again?
Because the future really continues on forever
Underneath a large sign
I want to watch time change
- Passion by Utada Hikaru
§§
Haruno Sakura twisted in her bed for what felt like the millionth time that morning. She had woken up when a bit of the sun rays had started to shine through her blinds in the hotel room. She had closed them and went back to bed, but soon found that she couldn’t fall back asleep. Since then she had tossed and turned, her body very restless.
She sighed and opened her green eyes, finally sitting up. The guilt that she had been feeling since Naruto found her and Sai in their bed still gnawed at her. She ran a hand through her pink hair and sighed again. It was still hard for her to believe that Naruto didn’t even want to hear what she had to say. He always listened to her no matter what.
Sakura laughed to herself bitterly. She had promised herself that Naruto would be the one and she would give up any notions of him. Even after all these years, she still hadn’t forgotten about him.
Uchiha Sasuke.
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Chapter 2:
Longing
-Flashback-
Sakura smiled to herself as she went to her first class of the week. She was so excited to make new friends and potentially find a college sweetheart. She had dumped her boyfriend in high school because he wasn’t going to a college in Japan and she knew that overseas relationships didn’t work and wouldn’t put her through that kind of stress.
She had already memorized the map that led to her classroom and turned the corner when she bumped into a warm chest causing her to drop her books. She looked up, ready to yell at the fool that caused her to-and her mouth promptly dropped open.
Dark eyes glared at her and she felt her breath catch in her throat. He was the most handsome man she had ever had the fortune of bumping into and she couldn’t stop staring at him and he-
“Are you going to pick up your books or keep staring at me?” The deep voice said coldly with a hint of irritation interrupting her train thought.
“I am so sorry for-”
“Hn. Whatever.” He walked around her without so much as glance in direction. He didn’t even help pick up her books.
What a jerk!
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Weeks later Sakura couldn’t stop thinking about that handsome face of that man. She was fascinated with his dark looks. She thought that his dark hair framed his face perfectly. He was tall and lightly muscled. He was perfection. She knew his name was Sasuke Uchiha and that he was a senior. She also knew that he was one the most sought after man on the campus. Everywhere he went, there were at least two to three girls vying for his attention, but he never paid them any mind.
It was then Sakura had an epiphany. Maybe she could show him how different she was from everyone else and he would like her…and maybe he would even ask her out.
-:-
So she got a hold of his schedule, got to know some of the people he hung out with, and followed him to places that he frequently visited, for example the isolated section of the library that could only be reserved. She had tried to explain to the librarian that she was here for a study group session with Sasuke, but it turned out that the he was one step ahead of everyone. He told the librarian that he would have a solo session and no one was to interrupt him.
She also found out that he didn’t live on campus but owned an apartment. She followed him there also. To her greater shock, it was a guarded community and if you didn’t live there or weren’t invited you couldn’t get in.
Sakura had all this information, but she wasn’t any closer to getting him to like her. Her schedule and his didn’t mix. On her days off he had class and she often would have assignments that she would have to complete and vice versa. But her luck would change and she was presented with one golden opportunity. Her class had let out early; the only thought that was running through her mind at the moment was Sasuke’s class ends in five minutes. Hopefully she would catch him alone for only a moment.
And she did.
He was last to leave the classroom and she caught him walking out the door.
“Sasuke-kun,” she rushed out, panting heavily. He stopped but did not turn around to face her.
She took a deep breath. “I was just wondering if you would like to the Konoha Café and maybe get some coffee…?” Sakura trailed off uncertain of his answer and she watched as he turned around slowly to face her. The hope in her rose, he hadn’t rejected her yet.
“I’m going to tell you what I tell every other girl that attempts to get close to me, so listen up. I am not interested in a relationship with anyone. I will not fall in love with you no matter how different you attempt to be. Is that understood?” She could only nod mutely and he turned around and went in the direction that he was originally headed in before he was interrupted.
Sakura felt so crushed, she knew Sasuke was mean from the rumors but never expected him to completely shut her down. He probably viewed her as the same as every fan girl.
But she wasn’t damnit! She wanted to show him that she could hold an intelligent conversation and not sound like a complete idiot.
That night she had cried herself to sleep, rejection hurt. Sakura didn’t factor in rejection into her equation and that was what hurt the most. She had fallen in love and never thought of a back plan just in case it never worked out.
That following morning, Sakura woke up and her second epiphany happened. She could have what she wanted, she would have to approach it differently though. She knew some of the people that Sasuke occasionally hung out with.
Maybe they could help.
She went to each of them and most of them shot her down. They had basically said that they weren’t going to mess with him and he would choose if he wanted a girlfriend or not. But one felt sorry for her. Kiba Inuzuka, one of Sasuke’s classmates said that he would help her. So one afternoon Kiba schedule a meeting with Sasuke, claiming that he needed help with his business class. Sasuke agreed, but only offered one hour of his precious time, saying that Kiba needed to pay better attention during the lectures. Kiba had given her time that she should arrive and where to wait.
After the quick study session had ended, Kiba put the plan into motion. “Oi, Sasuke.”
Sasuke, who was gathering his books, stopped at the voice. “Hn.” It was a grunt that Sasuke gave to show that he was listening.
“Do you know that cute freshman girl with the pink hair?” The raven haired man’s brow furrowed, wondering where Kiba was going with this.
“I’ve seen her, but I don’t know her.” Sasuke didn’t agree that she was cute but he wanted to see where this was leading to.
Kiba began rambling, “Well, I think she likes you. Why don’t you take her out sometime? See if she’s girlfriend material. Maybe it’ll help with all the girls that are chasin’ ya.” Kiba and Sakura waited nervously for his reaction. Sasuke slammed his book shut and glared viciously at Kiba.
He all but growled at the brown haired man in front of him. “Kiba, I suggest that if you like this freshman girl, you go after her.” The dog lover flinched at the tone directed toward him, but Sasuke wasn’t finished. “You know I’m not interested in anyone. I have goals and companionship isn’t apart of those goals.” With one last glare, Sasuke tossed his book bag over his shoulder roughly and walked away.
Kiba let out the breath he was holding. He had forgotten how scary the Uchiha could be. He caught Sakura standing there and shrugged in apology.
After that little speech, Sakura knew that she would have no chance with him. She would never be a part of his life as long he was focused on his goals.
The months passed by in whirl and second semester came and went. Sasuke graduated and Sakura was left behind. She tried to forget Uchiha Sasuke and focus on her own goals.
-End Flashback-
Moving to the window to look outside, Sakura was still lost in her thoughts. She couldn’t forget Sasuke. There was something about him that drew her to him. He was dark and she was light; she could potential be the love of his life. From the time Sasuke left she was still thinking about him. It was evident the guys that she dated, they were all had jet black hair like him and dark eyes like him. She noticed after the third guy that she broke up with.
Her dorm roommate Ino Yamanaka noticed how miserable Sakura was even though Sasuke was gone. Most of the fan girls had moved on, but it looked like Sakura was still stuck. Being the nice girl that Ino was she decided to take pity on the pink haired girl and introduce her to some of her friends. That was how she met Naruto.
Ino had a get together at her friend’s restaurant. Many people had shown up and were having a good time. While at the table talking with Ino, a person had walked in late. He had bright blond hair and the bluest eyes that she had ever seen. He immediately headed for her table and apologized to her blonde friend for being late. Azure eyes caught her staring and he had introduced himself. Uzumaki Naruto, he had said in a bright tone and grin on his face. He was the exact opposite of Sasuke. This person, she thought herself, would help her get over the handsome Uchiha.
Sakura tried to get to know Naruto, but the thing was he wasn’t interested in her. He had only introduced himself to be polite. But after a while he began to warm up to her and they eventually started dating. Sakura found herself thinking less and less about Sasuke and for that she was happy.
They had graduated college a year later and Naruto suggested that since they were dating they live together. After searching they found a specious two bedroom apartment and immediately took it.
The move caused them to come closer to city where Naruto found work quickly because of studying corporate business in college while Sakura had studied design. Together they had more than enough money to pay bills and things of that nature. They were happy that first year. But this year proved to be trouble.
The designing company’s main office that Sakura worked for relocated overseas to America and she was cut because she chose not to move with the company. Because of that, Naruto had to work more hours at the office. She went to several interviews but she didn’t hear anything from the owners.
Finally she received a call from a place call Deidara and Sasori’s Designs (1) to become a retail sale’s manger. Sakura wouldn’t start working until next month when the old manger switch locations. So she had three weeks to spare and nothing to do. Naruto was still working 10 hour workdays leaving her lonely. She then decided that she would take up small activities to distract herself.
One morning, she left early to go jogging and that was how she met Sai Igarashi. Sakura jogged to Konoha’s park and had to stop soon after. She had no idea that she was so out of shape. She also forgot to bring water with her and that’s where he found her.
“Hey there, are you okay?” He had asked her politely. Sakura shook her head in a ‘no’ fashion.
He chuckled and gave her some of his water bottles that he had with him. Sai gave her some pointers and left her there to manage by herself. After a few moments of recovering, she reflected on the brief meeting. Sai looked so much like Sasuke. He had the dark eyes and jet black hair though Sasuke was taller and broader in the shoulders, they could pass off as brothers.
Sakura later in the week found out that they were neighbors when she bumped into him. They had talked for a bit and went their separate ways. She liked him; he was a nice and easy to talk to.
Soon they were hanging out regularly and even though he worked he still found time for her. He once invited her to dinner in his apartment and she was amazed by all the art that she found around his place. They had a great discussion about all kinds of art. Naruto really wasn’t into designs and art but did appreciate it.
Sai was so different from Sasuke and Naruto it was so…refreshing. She already knew that she was attracted to him, but she was still with Naruto. But that didn’t stop her from becoming closer to him. Sai became a quick constant in her life over two weeks. And Naruto working longer in the office it wasn’t hard.
Then last night he came over right from work to see her and they had started talking like always. He leaned over and kissed her and the next she knew her clothes were on the floor and Sai was spreading her legs and entering her.
Then Naruto’s unexpected appearance…
Sakura cleared the thoughts from her mind. Dwelling on the pass only reminded her depressed. Her emerald eyes hardened with determination.
She would get Naruto back no matter what.
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Sasuke sighed and put the contract down on his desk and took off his reading glasses. He then ran his fingers through his bluish black hair, frustrated. He turned his chair around and faced the big windows that allowed him to see the city bathed in sunlight. It was quite a sight. This was the first time in a long time that he allowed himself to be distracted from his work. But he knew the reason. Last night had affected him more than he wanted to admit.
Sasuke hadn’t meant to seduce that beautiful blond. He walked in the bar last night expecting average people to be there; sluttish women and drunk men. But never did he expect such a beauty to be there and a man no less.
The Uchiha didn’t usually chase after anyone. He had never been attracted to men or women. He had always focused on taking over his father’s company and being the best that he could possibly be. But last night he had thrown all caution to the wind as soon as he glanced into those azure eyes. What made Sasuke really connect with the blond was the familiar pain and loneliness that he saw in his eyes. He couldn’t help but want to make Naruto forget his pain for at least one night and in return forget his own troubles.
Sasuke’s obsidian eyes continued to watch the people on the ground that looked like ants to him, still lost in thought. He sighed again; he knew that he would never see his beautiful blond angel again. So with a heavy heart he turned around to get back to work. He was tired of brooding for now, besides when he went to his lonely house he could brood in privacy about something that he couldn’t have.
Straightening the mass of papers on his large mahogany desk a file caught his attention. It was the information for his new secretary from the merger that would be replacing his old one. He hoped to god it wasn’t some woman that would drool over him once she found that he was her boss.
He picked it up and opened only to drop it again. Black eyes widened at the picture that he saw.
He couldn’t believe this…it was a picture of Naruto.
But the file contained all the information that Sasuke needed to know. His address, number, marital status, how long been working for the company, the list went on.
Uzumaki Naruto, huh?
Sasuke took off the paper clip and brought the picture closer to him for a closer look. The blond haired man was smiling unlike many company pictures that he had seen before. His bright blue eyes lit up the entire photo, it was a wonderful sight. The dark haired man felt a smile tug at his lips, but quickly pushed it away. He mentally thanked what ever god decided to give him this opportunity. He officially had the blond man in his grasp.
Sasuke couldn’t wait for Monday morning.
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It was mid-afternoon when Naruto staggered back into his apartment due to the slight pain when he walked. As soon as he had closed the door he slumped down to the floor. He really didn’t feel like coming back here. This place held to many memories, especially his bedroom.
He had thought about this all morning and he knew what needed to be done. He struggled to get up and make his way toward the bathroom to take a shower. As soon as he was in the bathroom he started to take off his shirt, but noticed that there all kinds of bite marks and hickeys on his neck and chest. He blushed profusely and memories from last night surfaced in mind making the blush spread across his cheeks.
Naruto couldn’t believe that he had let another man seduce him. He knew that the beer played a role in him taking up Sasuke’s offer. He didn’t drink much and the alcohol had buzzed him a little.
He dropped his pants and boxers and got in the shower. He put the water on hot and sighed deeply. It felt so good. He reached for his soap and wash cloth and began to lather it up. He soaped all over his body and moaned when the cloth came in contact with some…sensitive places. Naruto didn’t regret last night. Last night he had been hurt and Naruto let himself be consoled by sex. When he woke up this morning he felt great and at peace; he could think clearly and that was what he had wanted.
Naruto put his head under the spraying water and simultaneously reached for his shampoo bottle. Finally finishing he step out, grabbed his towel dried off quickly. He still had things to do. Like for starters, pack Sakura things, and get rid of his old bed, and take Sakura’s name off the lease.
To some other person this might seem cruel, but Naruto had warned her when they got together that if she ever cheated that he would leave her. After been betrayed so many times during his life, he wanted some stability. He thought that he had found that in Sakura, but once more he was betrayed.
Suddenly a memory from college sprung in his mind. Ino, a friend of his had warned him. It was right around the time that he and Sakura were officially boyfriend and girlfriend. The platinum blonde had pulled him after their class was done. Her blue eyes had stared into his, hers serious. “Be careful Naruto, Sakura was in love with someone deeply. I don’t know if she has gotten over him but…keep in mind that they heart does not forget.”
Naruto hadn’t completely disregarded the message. He was skeptically with Sakura, but when she didn’t show any signs of loving someone else. He left it alone and let himself be happy with her.
Well judging from Sai, the person she used to be in love with had dark hair and eyes right?
He wondered who it could be.
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By that night Naruto finished all three of his tasks. He had packed every thing that Sakura owned in boxes. He successfully got rid of his old bed and pillows and replaced them. He also managed to call up the landlord and take Sakura’s name off the lease so it stated that he lived alone. Perfect.
Tomorrow schedule held resting and changing the locks. He would also call Sakura to make sure that she met up with him Monday after work to come pick up her stuff.
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Sunday flew by and it was already Monday morning. This would be the starting of the first week without Sakura. Naruto felt a bit lost with her, but he was strong and he would make it. He got ready and was already out the door by eight.
He would usually leave at 8:15 and be there by 8:30, but he had a meeting with his new boss. Naruto got there quickly, noting the change from his old company Sannin Corporations to Uchiha Industries.
He went inside and practically gaped. The insides were completely different. For starters there was a receptionist at the front of the building. He walked up to her. He didn’t know what floor he would be on exactly so it was safe to ask her.
“Name?”
“Uzumaki Naruto.” She typed fast on the computer and blinked. She looked away from the screen and at him.
“Uchiha-san will see you now in his office. His office is where Sannin-san used to be.”
He flashed a bright smile, which caused to her blush, and thanked her.
Naruto quickly went in the elevator and hit the button for his desired floor. In no time he was there in front of Uchiha-san door. He knocked and he heard a muffled come in. He opened the door slowly and walked in closing it behind him.
His boss was turned facing the large windows. He turned around and Naruto felt his mouth drop and his eyes widen.
This had to be some kind of sick joke. His boss was…...
“Sasuke!”
Owari
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(1) In the manga, Deidara and Sasori argue about art is so I thought it would be appropriate if they own a store together.
A/N: Sasuke and Naru-chan finally come face again, ne? So how was it? I hope that you liked it! Please review and tell me what you think!
Next Chapter: Things from Sai’s perspective. Sakura visits Naruto at work and discovers that her old crush and (ex) boyfriend know each other. Eh? And why is Sasuke smirking like that?.!
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