My good for nothing

Disclaimer: yeah, yeah its FAN fiction meaning I am but a fan of the manga Naruto, I don't own it. Feh

“I will never be satisfied with what fucking humans give me. I will only be satisfied when I can reach out and grab in with my own hands.” - Naruto


Chapter 3: What bind's us together

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The silence in the car was deafening. In fact it was so quite that it unnerved Sasuke, who generally loved all things silent. Not that it showed on his face, which remained bored and unconcerned. But… Naruto was just sitting there. Pressed up against the window hips turned away from him. It was as if he was trying to get as far away from the Sharingan user as possible. Occasionally the fox's ears would twitch while looking out the window, as something caught his eye. But that was it.

Sasuke was fine with silence. Hell he had lived in a silent house for years. But usually when someone was with him they would strike up a conversation. Normally he hated that, and answered out of politeness, if even that. But for some unknown reason, it felt decidedly uncomfortable to have the half demon next to him so quiet. Not that he KNEW the red eyed boy or anything, but it almost seemed unnatural for the fox to be quiet. Like it wasn't in his personality or something. He had thought to start a conversation with the boy next to him several times. But what was there to talk about? He was the master and Naruto was the slave. Though he hated the thought, he doubted that Naruto expected to be treated as a normal human.

He audibly snorted that thought. Missing the look Naruto gave him, as he was now gazing out his own window. What would they talk about anyway?

'So how's it going?'

No.

There was nothing to talk about. Nothing. Sasuke sighed. He wondered why the blonde hadn't run away the moment they'd stepped outside the building. From what he'd been told, and the way the Furry acted. He had expected Naruto to make a run for it, as soon as the chains binding his new purchase had come off.

But... What would he have done if the other had run away? Nothing. That was what. because he had partially expected it to happen. It was almost like he had wanted it to happen. It reminded him of the olden days when his mother would raise birds. Sasuke had felt deep pity and sorrow for the poor things in the cage, unable to spread their wings and fly off into the deep blue sky. At one time he had actually let some of them free, and was completely mystified when they returned to their cages almost immediately. He supposed he still felt some pity for animals and people in cages. What else could explain his behavior with Naruto? What could he have done if the running away had happened anyway? He hadn't put the blasted collar on, so it wasn't like he could have restrained him.

The last Uchiha's eyes widened slightly before narrowing to slits. Restraint. How was he going to protect himself from being killed or harmed? He could hold his own in a fight, but he also knew that there would be times when his guard would be down or he would be sleeping. What to do then? Sasuke absolutely refused to use a collar. The furry was a slave not a dog. How would he keep Naruto from trying to rip his face off?

Maybe using THOSE would help. Sure Naruto would have to sleep in his room for it to work. but Sasuke knew he'd of had to keep the kitsune in there anyway. After all he didn't want to repeat the process of buying a furry all over again, should Naruto run away. Still it was a predicament he didn’t want to deal with. Maybe Naruto would come to appreciate his kindness and not run away or attempt bodily harm upon Sasuke.

This whole situation was so awkward. Damn the council to hell for making him go through this torture. Why not a robot? He could have programmed it to stay away from him unless necessary. He also wouldn't have felt this urge to talk to a robot either. Robots had no feelings. They didn't need conversation, comfort, food, warmth, shelter, or happiness.

But the council had wanted someone that didn't protect him with percentages and calculations. They wanted him to have a living breathing furry who would protect him at all costs regardless of protocol, or precision. Maybe they had wanted him to have company as well. He didn't know their reasons or particularly care. There was no point in brooding about it, what was done was done. Maybe the awkwardness of the situation would fade over time.

'...hopefully'

Around midnight The hover limo came to a stop in front of the Uchiha mansion. Glad to finally be able to get away from the tense atmosphere, Sasuke quickly opened the door and got out. The night air was cool against his face and he put his arms above his head and stretched. Hearing the crack of popping joints satisfied him. It sounded like breaking bones. Noticing that the furry had not yet made an appearance he went around to the other side of the car and opened the door.

Naruto tumbled out and nearly fell face first on the ground. Spinning he was able to land on all fours clumsily. He glared up at Sasuke tail puffing up in irritation.

"What the hell? teme! I can get the door myself!"

Sasuke didn't reply instead he grabbed the fox by the arm and hauled him up. It would have been pointless to punch this ungrateful moron out here. He would wait until they were inside and trapped. Holding Naruto beside him he reached into the limo and grabbed the box of Naruto's things with his other free hand. Once he had the box securely under his arm he kicked the door shut with his foot. Grunting he pulled Naruto toward the large gates of his house. When the other didn't put up any resistance he looked back, to find his arm being stared at. Was the fox that uncomfortable with touch? He had flinched when Sasuke had touched his wrists too... Shrugging it off he kept walking until he came to the gates.

As he stopped in front of the large wooden structure the limo drove off. Maybe he would report that Yuki driver. He hadn't helped with the box or opened the doors for them to get out. That could have been because of the fact that the Uchiha hadn't wanted help getting in. Still one shouldn't assume those things.

Jabbing the red button on the door with his elbow he stated his name in a clear tone, and put his eye to the scanner. There was the familiar, 'access granted' and the doors swung open. He heard a startled gasp, and smirked. He knew what an impressive sight his house was to a first timer.

His house was old. Extremely so and was in accordance built in the old way. The wooden structure of the main house loomed over the vast expanse of falling structure, endless gardens, and general landscape.

The main house boasted a wrap around porch and a number of delicate shoji. It seemed grand and elegant, while still giving off an intimidating air.

The path to the house had once been carved jade stones. But now the stones were covered in dirt, moss and other forms of green shrubbery. The grass was knee height and trees and flowers grew in random intervals around the yard.

What had once been the guest house was now just a half standing burned structure, that had been run down by roses and vines. Just beyond was a decorated red bridge. It had been a gift to Sasuke’s mother some fifteen years ago. She had been rather proud of it and had ordered it put over her koi pond. The remembered look of happiness on his mom’s face was the only thing that kept the pond and bridge from falling into disarray.
The entire place was rather mysterious and dark. Neglected. But that was to be expected, seeing as to what the property had been through. What the owner had been through.

Suddenly Sasuke felt the muscles in the arm he was holding tense. Knowing what the fox had finally decided to do, he dropped his box. Reaching behind himself he grabbed onto Naruto's other hand and flung his over his shoulder onto the ground in front of him. Distantly he heard the gates close behind him. It made him feel trapped, and he tried not to show it on his face.

Naruto would not be able to get out of here on his own. His property was covered in an energy bubble. A force that was powered by the wind, sun and chakra. It would take the power of ten men to break through the protective bubble, and even then, it would be done with great injury. He would know, as he had tried it himself.

His eyes fixed on the boy who was gasping for air on the dirt covered floor. Sneering he made to stand over the fox. Intimidation was a technique that wasn’t to be taken lightly.

"I wouldn't try that again. You may not think it, but I can hold my own in a fight. You are here at the Konoha councils request, not because I felt the need to have you. I don't want to have to keep restraining you, don't try to leave. Next time you do I wont be so gentle." Sasuke's voice was somewhere below subzero.

But he was finding it hard to care about that. He was tired, and wanted sleep. He didn't want to deal with a stubborn run away furry. Maybe he should have thought about that before he had made his purchase.

'No it's better to have one with some spirit than one that's dead inside'

Letting his breath out in a rude way he held out a hand only to have it batted away. He probably should have expected that, but it didn't lessen his indignation. The fox stood up and brushed himself off. Growling he made eye contact with the Uchiha.

"I guess I underestimated you. Don't worry it won't happen again."

There was a odd smile on the half demons face, when he said this. It completely clashed with the fire and intensity of the red slitted eyes. Sasuke didn't know whether the demon had meant he wouldn't run away again or he wouldn't underestimate him again. Either one was possible, but Sasuke had the feeling it was the latter.

Snorting he picked up the box again and grabbed the Furry's arm. The time the fox did protest. He tried to wrench his arm away and was snarling obscenities. Gritting his teeth in agitation, Sasuke sent a brief surge of chakra through his hand. He heard the hiss of pain, and felt satisfaction streak through him, when the slave stopped struggling. The dobe would learn.

Opening the shougi screen he shoved Naruto inside. Flicking on the lights he made toward the hallway. walking through the formal living room he decided he might as well give a brief tour now that the blonde would be staying here.

"This is the formal living room, I don't come in here, and it isn't used much."

That much was quite obvious. The furniture had the faded look that was brought around by neglect and age. The paintings were yellowed and crackling. While the entire room itself was covered in dust.

Opening the second set of shoji he stepped into the formal dining room.

"This is the same I don't come in here much."

At least this room fared a little better. The low table and cushions were in fairly good condition. But that was only because he’d had to entertain those damn Hyuga’s not too long ago.

Making his way down the hall he pointed to a door on the right side.

"that’s the kitchen"

"I'm guessing even you use that one eh bastard?" the demon asked his voice filled with a subtle layer of sarcasm. Sasuke smirked. The humor and life he had seen in the demons eyes was making itself known.

Further down the hall he showed Naruto the bath. The slave had stared at it wide eyed and with barely concealed awe.

That was an understandable reaction. His bath was huge. With it’s five different washing stations and tub that would seat at least 15 men.

Glancing at the disheveled, dirty and bloodstained appearance of his guest he thought that maybe Naruto should take a bath now. But dismissed the idea as fast as it had come. He was tired and wasn't up for taking a bath. Tomorrow would be better.

After showing Naruto the Library, Den, toilet, and various other rooms he finally came to his own. Sasuke's room was the same as it had been twelve years ago when that incident had happened. He still had the same large bed with the blue comforter. The same black bedside tables and matching dresser. The only thing different about the room now was that instead of the childish paintings he had once had on the walls, he now had older more grown up ones. These new paintings held more of a violent theme. Most were red and depicted blood or angels of death and doom. A good reminder of his values. And his past.

He set the box down beside the door and motioned for the fox to come in. When the demon was far enough in Sasuke reached over and shut the door. He watched the Blonde's eyes widen almost comically, and wondered what the idiots problem was.

"PERVERT! I won't do it! I won't sleep with you! I'm not that kind of slave!"

The fox was backing away a panicked look in his eyes. Sasuke might have been amused if he hadn't been so mortified. He felt the blood rush to his cheeks, as he glared at the retreating male.

"Y-you USURATONKATCHI! I will not now or EVER want to have sex with you! get you mind out of the gutter!" Sasuke hissed embarrassed.

Naruto had stopped his retreat but was giving him a suspicious look.

"Then why am I staying in your room?"

"Because we both know you would try to escape otherwise. This way I won't have to worry about that" was Sasuke's short reply.

"Your a pretty confident Bastard"

The Uchiha's only reply to that was a small shrug of one shoulder as he made his way over to his night stand. Picking something up off it he fingered it before turning and smirking at Naruto. His hands moved suddenly and thin wires shot from his palms to wrap around Naruto's chest effectively binding him. Giving a startled yell the blonde's Chakra flared and he snarled at the black eyed man.

"I suppose you could say that I'm confident yes." This statement was followed by a smirk from the brunette and a growl from the furry. Pretending not to notice the Furry and his attempts at escape Sasuke proceeded to shed his black trousers and blue shirt. Clothed in only his boxers he crawled into bed pulling the fox with him. The other had come to the bed's edge but wasn't getting in. Tired of the resistance, Sasuke gave an almighty tug, and the blonde fell into the bed, with a curse. Hurriedly shortening the wires with a flick of his wrist he wrapped them around his hands and arms, and turned over. The Furry was now trapped on the bed with wires strapped to his chest pinning his arms to his sides, unable to move an inch.

He heard the other's threats but did not heed them. He knew Naruto couldn't escape, and if he tried he would feel it through the wires on his arms. It was a brilliant plan on his part. Now he had nothing to worry about and could get some sleep. After all he’d had a tiring day. The brunette also knew that tomorrow would be just as hectic if not more so. He knew he would be getting an angry call from the slave store as well. Letting out a soft yawn and thoroughly pleased with himself Sasuke closed his eyes.


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Hehehehe Poor Sasuke thinks he can withstand Naruto's charm.
I know this chapter is a bit short but that is the only place where it could end well.





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