Ashtrek: it's me again..i hope you like my new story. Its Sasunaru and is Rated M. Warning everyone! don't like don't read.
summary: Sasuke, the only Uchiha Royal left after his family's massacre grew to be ruthless but his meeting with a certain blonde started to change him. Will this chanced encounter open Sasuke's heart or will it only shut it more?
disclaimer: I do not own Naruto. Never have and never will.. so ENJOY
CHAPTER 1: once upon a time...
Once upon a time, in a kingdom called Konoha lived a young prince named Sasuke. He was just like any child who finds happiness at the littlest of things. He grew up to have a caring niisan and loving parents and was more than happy with his family…until one day, the whole family including the blood relatives were brutally murdered, everyone except the young prince. During the chaos in the castle, his older brother, Itachi, hid him in the secret compartment of the living room telling him not to go out until everything was fine.
Sasuke during the time was still 10 years old and being the obedient child that he is, complied. Itachi knew that his family's fate would end during this massacre but he couldn't bear to let his dearest brother die in the hands of those murderers. He meant for him to hide and forget all that happened. What he didn't know though was on that secret compartment was a hole barely enough for someone to see, and there Sasuke witnessed everything, from the murder of his cousins to the death of his brother. He took one good look of the murder and vowed never to rest until he extracted revenge to those who killed his beloved persons.
7 years had passed and the once gentle, caring prince grew up to be cruel, unrelenting and incredibly handsome, so handsome that his beauty had reached foreign lands. Many princesses visited his village but they were paid less attention by the prince. The tragedy from long ago had been carved in his inmost being, making it almost impossible to open his heart.
On a meeting in the court, Prince Sasuke sat at the throne listening to his ministers as they ranted about the issues regarding the kingdom.
"Prince Sasuke, please listen. The town's trading system is in trouble. It is rumored that there's corruption regarding the prices. What should we do about it?" One of the ministers asked. Sasuke tapped his fingers for a second and replied shortly.
"Find out who the traitor is and bring me his head." It was not an unusual occurrence that the prince would order someone's death but still, many didn't take it nicely. There were murmurs of protests among the council and Hashihara, one of the oldest ministers spoke his side.
"We can't easily execute somebody like that! It would brew uproar and confusion among the town's people." Many others agreed. All they got in return was an icy glare that could probably freeze any boiling springs in the place. The prince spoke with finality.
"Any crimes proven guilty will be charged by death. Any one who dares to oppose me and my reign will meet the same fate." Almost everyone cowered in fear. When Sasuke ordered that the meeting was over, everyone hurriedly left the hall leaving the prince and an old man. It was only then that the tense atmosphere dissipated.
"Sasuke, you shouldn't plant fear to the ministers' hearts. It might make them turn their backs against you." Hiruzen Sarutobi, the only officer Sasuke trusted all his life. The raven haired prince sighed and walked away.
"The world already turned its back on me. Even if it does it again, I have nothing to lose. It's better this way."
Sarutobi couldn't help the pain that gripped his heart when he sees Sasuke like this. He treated the boy like his own son and raised the boy himself and seeing that he had also turned his back on the world saddened him.
Sasuke changed into his casual imperial clothes to stroll in the garden. His only solitude was his time in the garden where he can relax and not worry about a thing. There was however something that always piqued his interest. Beyond the garden was the forest he never explored and he wondered how it would feel to be outside the palace walls for once. And then he smiled to himself as an idea came to him. He stood with grace and ordered his soldiers to fetch him a horse. He with 2 knights went to the forest but when they were at what supposed to be the entrance, they draw to a halt.
"I'll go from here. I won't be far so just wait here." The prince commanded.
"But, your highness, we can't just let you go in that forest. It would be dangerous."
Sasuke glared at the two annoyingly and spoke dangerously low enough to send shivers to ones spine. "Are you questioning my order?" The knights went rigid and answered.
"No your majesty!"
"Good. I'll be back later." And there Sasuke entered the forest.
It was nothing like he'd ever seen before. The trees were so tall and productive, the grass was nice to sit on and the sunshine shone so radiantly. You could even see how blue the sky was and hear the chirping of the birds. This was the first time he felt truly at peace.
He continued touring the area, so lost in his own little world. He even paid no attention when his robe got ripped by the twigs and his hair got ruffled by the fresh breeze of air. All that matters was that he had the place all to himself. Or so he thought. He got out from his daydreaming when he heard the cracking noise of a branch. As if on reflex he gripped the sword on his waist and readied it just in case something pounced on him.
He waited…
And he waited…until the noise stopped. He lowered his sword for a tiny bit and something crashed in front of him… or rather someone.
"Who are you?" Sasuke inquired as he pointed the tip of his sword on the newly arrived someone. The boy, who looked like the same age as Sasuke looked confused and scratched his head before looking the raven head eye to eye. Only then did he realize he was being pointed at.
"Hey! Take your sword away from me! You might hurt me, y'know." The blonde complained. And so, Sasuke did. He did it not out of compliance but of surprise. Never did he meet someone who regarded him without any respect.
"Do you know who you're talking to?" Sasuke asked.
"Huh? Why, who are you?" the blonde asked dumbly. Sasuke then realized that the boy didn't know who he was. He decided to conceal his identity not wanting to put his life in danger in case this person is dangerous.
"I'm Kyouske. You?"
The blonde smiled widely and Sasuke then noticed how deep blue the boy's eyes were and how his smile could compare with the sun. In short, he branded him attractive.
"Naruto. Are you new here Kyouske-san? It's the first time I've seen you." The blonde asked while reaching for an apple. He jumped and reached for 2 of them and handed one to his newly made friend.
"Yeah.." Sasuke reluctantly answered. He was feeling strange since it was the first time in years he talked to somebody without formalities and such. It wasn't uncomfortable, just weird.
"Oh, good! There's so much I want to show you here." The blonde smiled and Sasuke couldn't help smiling back. Many times Sasuke found himself looking at the blonde. There was something about him that draws Sasuke, maybe the fact that he was one in a kind or that he was just plain attractive. And true to his word, Naruto toured him to the forest, becoming one with nature.
Meanwhile, during the time Sasuke had gone to the forest, the castle had raised a red alarm to all the soldiers. The 2 escort Sasuke had with him was worried that 3 hours had passed since the prince left them and they searched the area. When they found no prince they hurried back to the palace and reported to Sarutobi.
"What?" The old man yelled. The scrolls in front of him rolled as his fist made contact with the table. "Call Shikaku Nara immediately!"
The soldier saluted then left. Minutes later, a tall man with pony tailed hair and pointed beard arrived. The soldiers present saluted him as he made his way towards Hiruzen. It seems that the man was the army's intelligence source and most efficient man in terms of missing people.
"What is it, Sarutobi-sama?" Shikaku bowed politely.
"Find Sasuke-sama! Last report says he's in the forest. Do everything you can to retrieve him back. This kingdom would fall apart if the only Royal left with the Uchiha bloodline perish."
"I'll bring him back before nightfall." Again, the man saluted and made his way out of the hall. He gathered 3 man for back up and began the search party.
Back at Sasuke and Naruto..
"….and the birds would chirp loudly every time spring falls."
"I didn't know birds could react to nature like that." Sasuke spoke, amazement evident on his voice. Naruto shared so much with him. He was also a bundle of energy that Sasuke can't help feel cheerful himself. He can laugh so freely around this stranger that it scared him, scared where he might lose focus with his goal.
"Kyouske-san?" Naruto asked when he noticed his companion wasn't listening. Sasuke jolted for a moment and smiled at Naruto, deciding that he would treasure this blonde friend and be himself when he is with him, not be prince Sasuke.
"Damn..." Sasuke cursed when he only just noticed that the sun was setting. As much as he wanted to spend time with his friend, he had to go back to his royal duties.
"I'm sorry Naruto but I have to be going now." For a minute there, Sasuke thought he saw the blonde upset but it was gone just as swift it was there.
"Okay, kyouske-san. I'll see you tomorrow."
Sasuke smiled and shook Naruto's hand. 2minutes of strolling, he reached the entrance of the forest where he met soldiers with Shikamaru Nara. Automatically, he shifted back to his prince self.
"It's prince Sasuke!" One soldier shouted and relief coursed through them. With fine grace, he passed by them without any explanation of any sort.
"I'm glad you're fine, your highness." Shikamaru Nara greeted.
"Hn." Sasuke only replied. He dared not treat the admiral rudely knowing it would cost his kingdom too great. The Naras had been known to be the brains of the Army alongside with the Hatake clan. These were some of the families the Uchihas held high regard of.
"Where the hell have you been?" Hiruzen shouted as he threw a paper towards the prince's way which of course he evaded easily. The old man panted in rage and seeing that Sasuke was indifferent angered him more.
"Sit here!" He ordered. Although, Sarutobi's rank was below the prince, Sasuke respected him more than anyone else and would obey any command he wishes.
"Bring us tea." Sarutobi requested to the chamber maid. Sasuke snorted and muttered, "You're kind to the servant yet to the prince you act rudely."
"Shut up!" the old man scolded. Unfortunately, his voice surprised the servant while she was pouring tea to the prince's cup and spilled tea all over Sasuke's robe. Dread covered her face as she apologized, fearing for her job.
"Tsk. Its fine. Make sure this doesn't happen again. I'll go change." Sasuke stood as he left them dumbfounded. He dismissed the servant easily when they both knew, Sarutobi and the servant, that any mistake would mean their jobs. Not only that, he seemed to be in a light mood.
"What has gotten over him?" Sarutobi asked himself in wonder.
Ashtrek: there u go! was it nice? was it bad? LEAVE REVIEWS everyone! till the next time i update XD
I'll give you some hint about my next chapter. It has something to do with Sasuke's revenge and a bride candidate for our one and only prince. Oh, will Sasuke's and Naruto's feelings develop even further? what do you think?
watch out!
