Author's Note: This is my first attempt in writing something in Naruto. This is dedicated for uruha888.
Disclaimer: I do not own Naruto.
This is the first time Sasuke realized how big Konoha is. He has been walking around the village for quite some time but he hasn't reached and visited the half portion of the village. Why was he walking around the village anyway? It's because he got nothing much to do. Kakashi told them there wouldn't be any training for today, because his favorite book is on sale. Not that Sasuke cares. He also needs rest from training. He needs to have time for himself. And having time for himself doesn't mean socializing with others but more on having some solitary moments. Soon, Sasuke reached the most quiet part of the village. In fact, it's the first time he got there. No houses or stores are built, the place is filled with tall trees and grasses. There is only enough sunlight for you to see, but overall, it seemed like it's going to be night very soon, although Sasuke was very sure that it's still very early for bed. The place was just fooling with him. He sat on one of the branches of the tallest tree he could see from where he is standing. Although he wanted to sat on the tallest tree in the area, it's impossible for him to find that. The place is too wide and too large. As he sat, he observed his surrounding and was very thankful for the peaceful feeling he is having right now.
However, the peaceful feeling slowly began to fade. He suddenly remembered his painful past he buried inside him. The past in which he saw innocent lives lost. The day his older brother held a massacre - the killing of everyone in his clan. It felt to him like the incident just happened yesterday. He could remember the exact same thing as to what happened several years ago. He could imagine the smell of blood in the air. And it was all his brother's fault. It was all Itachi's doing.
"If only I was stronger... I could have saved everybody... I will never forgive you..." Sasuke bitterly muttered. He paused for a while and gathered all the harsh feeling he has for Itachi. "ITACHI UCHIHA!" As he shouted, it felt really great. The sad feeling that built up a while ago suddenly turned out to be the best feelings he ever had. He feels very strong now. He wants to see Itachi and finally have his revenge. But still, a little part of him, a very tiny space in his heart ached. But why?
As Sasuke began to search for a logical explanation, a forceful wind rushed through. This startled Sasuke so he jumped down from the tree and prepared himself for the worst. What if it was a spy? Or what if it was Orochimaru? He could be in great danger. After a while, the wind stopped. The environment was back to normal. And he heard footsteps coming. This made Sasuke very nervous. Of course, he would never admit that he is. People classify him as a young brave intelligent ninja of Konoha so he couldn't afford showing his real emotions. Only he, himself knows how he feels. Yeah, Naruto also understands him but Naruto isn't around right now. And of course he couldn't tell the enemy that he is scared. He doesn't want to lose his pride and dignity.
"Yes, Sasuke? What can I do for you?" Somebody mischievously said. Sasuke was shocked. He is very familiar to that voice. As he turned around, he saw Itachi having a smirk on his face.
"What are you doing here?!" Now I take back what I felt just a while ago. I know that in my situation right now, I'm not yet capable on having my revenge. Now is not the right time. Sasuke asked coldly. Of course, would he even ask him in a kindly and friendly manner?
"You were the one who called for me in the first place. So I assume, you need something from me?" Itachi playfully responded as the smirk on his face grew bigger.
"Don't play dumb with me. I'm in no mood for this conversation." Sasuke heartlessly responded. Of course, Itachi was the last person he expected to see.
"If I tell you the truth, of course you would never ever believe me. So I'll just say that I came here because I heard you call for me." Itachi replied seriously, the smirk on his face was completely gone and he now has a blank expression on his face. However, his eyes tell a different story. His eyes show longing... That can't be it, right? I must be imagining things. Sasuke was shocked by Itachi's expression. The urge for revenge was completely gone and now he began to stare intently onto his brother. He examined him from head to toe. Itachi looked very fragile right now, but at the same time, Itachi looked very strong. Sasuke couldn't tell how Itachi was actually feeling right now. Is Itachi suffering? Does he feel pain? If he does... I want to help him... But of course, I couldn't. I'm supposed to kill him someday.
Sasuke was being drowned in his thoughts. He wanted to release the uneasy feeling he has right now. Tears slowly formed on his eyes but Sasuke controlled those from falling. Unexpectedly, Itachi hugged him from behind. Sasuke was surprised, but he has to admit, he's enjoying this. Because of Itachi's gentleness right now, he couldn't help but let the tears fall. He didn't cry, he just wept a little. He wiped the remaining tears in his eyes. Sasuke and Itachi remained in their standing positioned. Sasuke didn't mind. He missed his brother so much. When they were little, his older brother would always carry him and he would start to smile. He couldn't erase that memory.
Itachi began to do more bold actions. He grabbed Sasuke and made him sit on his lap. His hands moved up and down his back. Slowly, he entered his fingers inside Sasuke's shirt and brushed his fingers on his back. His hands began to move up and down. As he played with Sasuke's back, Itachi kissed the back part of his neck.
Sasuke, on the other hand, was blushing hard at this moment. He wanted Itachi to do something more intimate. Itachi bent his head to Sasuke's. He brushed his lips to his ear. "You see, Sasuke. I'm doing this out of boredom." Itachi said, then kissed Sasuke's. "And here, I thought you would fight back."
Sasuke felt anger building up. He stood up and gave Itachi a punch. He thought he was successful. But he only managed to hit the bark of the tree he was resting on a while ago.
"Sasuke, you have to do better than that." He was behind Sasuke, again. He pressed his body to him and hugged him very tight. This time, Sasuke fought back.
Itachi whispered something, but the timing wasn't exactly right. Just as he whispered, another strong wind came so Sasuke wasn't able to hear Itachi at all. After the wind was gone, so did Itachi.
Sasuke knew for sure, that he couldn't trust Itachi. He was pretty sure of that. His brother didn't love him from the very start. He just played with him. Itachi just toyed with him. But what if this happens again? Would I still forget what he has done and have my urge for revenge gone once again? Sasuke realized that he had to train himself, of not letting Itachi do this to him again. This would be the last time he would see Itachi. The next time would be, when he will finally have his revenge.
Sasuke was drained in thoughts once again.
"Sasuke, there you are! I've been searching for you! Come on, let's play." Naruto excitedly said as he grabbed Sasuke and ran with him.
End of Chapter
miruku-chii: Actually, I could end this here, but I will right another chapter having Itachi's thought next.
Ikuto: Why am I here? I'm from Shugo Chara.
miruku-chii: It doesn't matter. Go on, ask for reviews.
Ikuto: Can't you do that yourself?
miruku-chii: Yes, but I want you to do it.
Ikuto: Alright… Please review. And criticisms are very much allowed.