Hey there! This is my first fic ever and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did writing it. :)
Enough of my time wasting nonsense, read away!
Disclaimer: I wish to own Naruto and all its characters but that honor is already given to Masashi Kishimoto the amazing creator.
Chapter 1 Life Changing Offer
"Son, before I go, I have something to give you." Shikaku Nara smiled as he held his son's hands.
Shikamaru didn't answer but acknowledged his father by clutching his father's hands firmly.
"Everything is right here. It's all in this paper."
As Shikamaru promptly tried to open the paper, his father's hands stopped him.
"No need to be in a rush, read it after I go."
"This is too troublesome, if they are leaving me inheritance, they should have given it to me in cash or something." Shikamaru grumbled as he once again glared at the crumpled paper.
Of course Shikamaru became the main attraction of the street. Who wouldn't stare at someone in a full corporal suit, walking around grumbling and squinting at some crumpled paper?
He walked down the streets again and found the place he was looking for. Except, instead of an empty lot he was expecting, he found a flower shop.
The name "Mimosa" was hanging on a senescent wooden sign and the view inside was obscured due to a multitude of flowers.
"What a drag." Shikamaru muttered as he opened the door.
The shop was rather small and cramped. Or maybe it was because of all the flowers it contained. Shikamaru saw the blonde woman in overalls turn around as he entered.
"Welcome to Mimosa." A blonde smiled as the door opened.
'Pfft. Troublesome women.' He shook his head in disbelief.
Shikamaru looked around the shop once more, diverting his gaze from the blonde. He thought calmly and got straight to the point.
"I'm Shikamaru Nara, a lawyer and as you see, you need to close this shop immediately. I just realized that I own this lot and I decided that I'm going to build my law firm here." Shikamaru said it in the most cordial manner he ever spoke in and added a smile. Although it was obvious that the girl didn't look so happy and that the plan was a total fail.
"Well, I'm Ino Yamanaka and my dad owned this territory for as long as I can remember. You can't just come in here and tell me to move out. Our family bought this land. And I had this flower shop since my father's generation. YOU GET OUT!" The blonde shrieked as she emphasized ever single syllable in her sentences. Her face was also flushed and she matched the tomato plants behind her.
"You women are so troublesome. All I'm saying is that my father wants me to build my law firm here who knows why and your flower shop is in the way."
Ino glared as Shikamaru shrugged. The tension was intense and no one dared to enter the shop.
After a short moment of awkward glaring which seemed to have lasted all eternity, a smile sprung right up on Ino's face.
"You know what Mr. Lawyer, I just might accept your deal." Ino spoke angelically.
Shikamaru was shocked by her sudden behavior but decided to welcome it anyways.
"Thank you. Although it would have been better if you accepted it without the shriek and the glare."
Ino raised her eye brows at these comments but still continued anyways.
"Well, if you can raise the yearly sales of Mimosa, I shall let you demolish this building and build your law firm."
"Ok then, by how much should I raise it?" Shikamaru spoke as he reluctantly removed his wallet from his back pocket.
"Oh just $23 million." Ino replied cordially.
Shikamaru's jaw literally dropped open. Gone was Mr. Cool and composed and there was the loser who was completely dumbfounded by the offer.
"Why $23 million? Of all prices you choose this unreasonable kind. Why?" Shikamaru asks after trying to regain composure.
"My birthday is on the 23rd that's why."
"So how do you expect me to raise it? Advertise?" Shikamaru offered.
"No. You work for me, right here. You are here for your inheritance, come and get it."
So how was it guys? I know it's short, but it's for the mellifluous flow of the story. :D And I shall try to update ASAP, but it could be difficult at times… Comments and constructive criticism are always welcome. These make me update faster. ;)
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