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The Betrothed Bastard

Disclaimer: Naruto doesn't want to be mine! ToT!!

Warning: AU, really. Maybe OOCness, but that's because I want to fit the characters so that they co-respond with the universe. It will be a happy happy joy joy story all the way with little to no complications at all. This is because I suck at angst. NaruSasu. NejiGaara. Always wanted a Swan Princess/Ugly Betty crossover set in the future so I shall deliver!

Act 1: Their destined bond

Neji (9) was devastated to hear that their beloved father had died tragically in a yacht accident. It was now him, and little Sasuke (8), left alone in this world to fend for themselves. Their loyal guardian since they were toddlers, Kakashi was still by their side to insure that they can manage through this harsh life without their father.

Managing their 'harsh' life officially means handling the billions and billions of dollars that their dad had left them in his will along with acres of land, hundreds of mansions and holiday villas, and of course, the big shot company, Com Corp. Lucky for their deceased father, Neji and Sasuke were geniuses and are not like normal children, so the company will flourish and the money will not be spent on trivial things such as Hot Wheels and Play-Doh. However, until Neji could reach the tender age of 18, Kakashi will take care of the company by placing a replacement CEO for the time being.

They were studying outside of the main house when Kakashi noticed one of his old masters' agreements with his dear friend not so long ago. His eyes quickly scanned the agreement (which is a feat since he's wearing one eye-patch) and came to the conclusion at the very end. Oh God.

Clearing his throat, Kakashi called the children in and tried to explain the situation that they were currently in. Neji sat on the floor while little Sasuke was perched ever so cutely on his lap, both attentive.

"Neji, Sasuke. It seems that your dad had made an agreement and was unable to tell us before he died,"

"What agreement, Kaka-nii?" Neji asked as he stroked Sasuke's head.

"He…uhm, you guys know Mr beep right?" at this both children nod their heads.

"And he had two kids as well right?" nods again.

"Your dad…uhm. He uhm, betrothed Sasuke to Mrbeep's second son," Kakashi finished hastily. He waited with baited breath to see the reactions from both individuals. Instead of receiving yells of protests like he did when they were ordered to eat vegetables, he got calm vibes coming out from their direction.

"Is that so? Do you have any objections, Sasuke?" enquired Neji, as he flipped his long hair. Sasuke shook his head in the negative.

"No. Dad told us once that he wanted to merge with their company. This bond will make that dream come true," Sasuke replied. They than proceeded to make plans about how and when to meet with these supposed in-laws and Neji decided that they should give the other party a call, in the meantime pointedly ignoring Kakashi whose jaw was catching flies in abundance.

Talk about over-matured kids! Where did his master get these genes??!!

Meanwhile, at Mr beep's place…

"Yes, I am aware of my master's wish. He had the opportunity to tell me before he was involved in the yacht accident. May I know to whom I am speaking with?"

"His eight year old first son??!!! Aren't you too young to be handling this matter??! Where is your dad??!!"

"He also died in the same yacht accident??!! They were there together??!! Your guardian then,"

"He's catching flies with his jaw??!! Well, I insist that you pass this phone to him now,"

"Oh,no, I am not saying that you are incapable of handling such things,"

"Very well, I shall comply. It was my master's wish as well that both companies are brought together,"

"I shall see you in two weeks," Iruka sighed heavily. So they also knew about this agreement? They accepted this ordeal so easily, much like...

Much like his own guarded angels.

Gaara padded into the room and tugged at Iruka's shirt. The man looked down and explained what was to occur for the next few weeks. Gaara nodded his head and went to tell Naruto, his younger sibling. It was easier for Iruka since his master also managed to tell his own children before he died. But what he truly felt relieved, and amazed at is that Naruto, even though childish and a prankster at heart, accepted his father's wishes so easily. Gaara protested, saying that it was not fair to have your love life mapped out for you, but his father was dead on insisting that they merge with his best friend. And what better way to have a bond than through marriage?

Naruto sat on the window sill watching the sun set. He was prepared to accept any kind of man that was destined for him. While his brother had protested that this arrangement was unfair for Naruto, Gaara knew that Naruto felt relieved. Because even though they were rich people and famous to boot, Naruto had been banned for life. It was a mystery to both Gaara and Iruka as to why this is so. Naruto was a beautiful child, kind and gentle. Cheerful to the brim, and kids evaded him like he was the plague.

So Naruto hoped that by this arranged marriage, someone will learn to love him for who he is.

Two weeks later Neji, Sasuke and Kakashi arrived at the mansion of Mr beep. They waited patiently as the intercom buzzed and was answered by a butler who immediately let them in. They made their way in and settled comfortably on the sofa set in the living room. Neji read a book while Sasuke opted to look out the window, perched there. Kakashi was busy looking at pictures, vaguely trying to guess which one is the supposed engaged brother. He saw a red head and a blonde, and the blonde looked younger so he guessed that he was the one. There was also a brunette man with a scar across the bridge of his nose, it must be their guardian. He knew that Mr. beep only had two sons.

The door swung open slowly and the brunette man came in and introduced himself as Iruka. Kakashi stood up and shook the man's hand and introduced himself. He also introduced Neji and Sasuke. While Neji politely greeted the brunette, Sasuke chose to grunt form his position, thus Iruka was unable to see the boy's face. Iruka learned that Neji was the first born, therefore Sasuke was the one betrothed.

Then there was shuffling and two boys entered the room as well. One was clamping onto another's back, and the front boy had red hair. Iruka introduced them to Kakashi and then to Neji, who promptly stood rooted to the spot when he saw Gaara…

Neji's POV

Oh my, so cute. Gaara you say your name was? Well Gaara, thankfully you are not the one betrothed, for I vow to make you mine. And this blonde is Naruto? Sasuke sure is lucky. Though I don't understand why he dressed up like that..

Gaara's POV

…………………sexy.

Naruto's POV

Eeps! Such scary eyes! Thank god he is not the one I'm supposed to marry! Is that boy him then?

Naruto and Gaara made their way to Sasuke. Tried to, at least. Gaara was dumbfounded to learn that he met some resistance when he tried to go towards Sasuke's direction. He looked at his right hand to see a pale hand clutching his wrist, a hand that was connected to a pale body. He immediately blushed bright red when he met Neji's eyes and wondered why the boy had stopped him.

Neji was watching the red head's reaction and learned that he was quite happy with it. At this point, he wasn't aware of anything else going in the room.

Naruto crept towards the boy at the boy near the window, and felt his heart beat faster. He briefly wondered if the boy was as good-looking as his brother, and had cold eyes like that as well. The boy sensed his presence and turned around. Naruto's breath got caught in his throat and gazed at the boy's face only to see…

WHAT THE HELL?! Went off in both Iruka's and Gaara's mind. The boy was hideous! His black hair was slicked black, clung close to his head and reached his chin. He had very thick eyebrows, thicker than Gai's and Lee's! His skin was rough, with freckles decorating his cheeks. His complexion looked like a dull, ivory colour, and he seemed to have thick lips as well. Gaara twitched; Iruka twitched, awaiting Naruto's response. If Naruto objects, then they WILL find a way to cancel the agreement. Naruto's happiness is their utmost priority!

But Naruto was mesmerized, awed at the boy's fathomless onyx orbs, that were cold and piercing. There were traces of warmth in this boy's eyes as well. Immediately Naruto's face heat up and he averted his gaze else where. Sasuke arched a delicate thick brow at this response, while Neji looked pleased. So this boy did not care that his fiancée looked appalling?

Sasuke watched the boy carefully, taking in all the adorable things about the boy. Sapphire eyes, sun-kissed skin and yellow corn-coloured hair. He had three whisker marks on each cheek, which was tainted a pinkish glow. He radiated innocence immensely. He looked delectable.

"I am Naruto, pleased to meet you," the boy murmured cutely and Sasuke smirked at the boy's shy manner.

"Sasuke, dobe," Sasuke said back turned back to watch outside the window. Naruto blinked cutely, and then seethed. How dare this teme call him an idiot??!

"YOU...YOU! TEME!!!!" and then Iruka and Kakashi visibly flinched as both boys proceeded to argue back and forth. Neji and Gaara were lost in their own world, both blushing like idiots.

Iruka watched with amusement, noticing that even though the banter delivered between them contained harsh words, there was a spark of joy in their eyes.

When Kakashi took the boys home, he couldn't help but find the situation being really amusing. Neji had this hopelessly in love kid look (which is a feat since he is only 8), eyes glazed over while clutching a piece of paper closely to his chest. No doubt that paper contained Gaara's personal phone no. Kakashi grinned when he saw Sasuke. The boy had it bad as well. And judging by the smug look on his face, he wondered what Naruto was feeling right now. Still stunned about the goodbye kiss, hmm?

Naruto was still rooted to the spot at the front door after Sasuke's bold act of kissing him. He had gone to shake the bastard and maybe punch the boy for the rude comments about him being a klutz, when all of a sudden; Sasuke yanked him and pressed his lips chastely to the blonde boy's. Iruka's jaw dropped, Kakashi looked pleased and both Neji AND Gaara looked like they were jealous for not getting a kiss from each other.

THAT TEME IS DEAD WHEN NARUTO SEES HIM NEXT TIME!! And though he was thoroughly pissed off, Naruto seemed to have forgotten that he wished there was a next time.

Chapter 1, with intros and some story line. Please R n R!! Thanks all of you who supported me!