Ok so I thought since I'm getting a bit of a writer's block on "One Thing Led to Another", I thought I'd write a story which came to mind just the other day. I love Itachi x Sakura. I don't know why, maybe because it's forbidden love or something lol. Right now it's just a oneshot but see what you think.

DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN NARUTO OR ANY OF THE CHARACTERS.

HELPLESS NIGHT

Sakura knocked on the door and waited for a few seconds. It was getting dark and she had agreed to go with the whole gang to hit the town. The door opened and she was greeted by Itachi; which took her by surprise at first. He was dressed like he was about to go out as well.

"Hey Sakura" Itachi smiled as he moved aside for her to walk in. It always surprised her how polite he was. Compared to Sasuke, Itachi was more mature. The Uchiha brothers lived together in their own apartment. She had no idea how they were able to live together considering how different they were.

"Sasuke shouldn't be too long". As Itachi walked away to his own room, Sakura sat on the coach waiting for Sasuke with Naruto who was already there and looking impatient.

"Taking a while I guess?"

"Heh! Yeah you're telling me. COME ON SASUKE OR WE'LL BE LATE!"

"SHUT UP YOU LOSER!"

They both laughed as they heard him yell from his room. It had been a while since they'd gone out together. Tonight wasn't really a special occasion; it was simply the first time in a while that everyone had some free time at the same time. Sakura was very excited, she had been planning for this night for weeks; what to wear, how to dance, even what to drink, most importantly, she planned on how to finally make her move on Sasuke.

First, she'll have a drink or two, just enough to loosen up; throughout the night, she'll eye Sasuke getting his attention. Then she'll sit next to him and chat a little while the others are dancing. Then, hopefully, they'll move to the dance floor, which then she'll show him some moves. And if all goes well, she'll invite him back to her place for the night and it'll the beginning of a beautiful...

"COME ON! LET'S GO!"

Sakura was woken from her daydream as Naruto slammed his hands on the coach and stormed off towards Sasuke's room. Sakura ran after him.

"Hey, Naruto! Don't" After following him a few seconds she stopped when he turned and opened Sasuke's bedroom door.

"What the hell are you doing?!"

"I'm spiking my hair! What does it look like? Loser!"

"You spike your hair? I thought it was naturally like that"

"JUST GET OUT!"

Sakura just stood in the hallway and sighed. Good grief. It's gonna be a long night.

Later that evening…

The gang was in the club and their partying was well under way. Naruto was sat next to Hinata drinking together with Neji glaring from across the dance floor while Tenten was yelling at Lee to "Stop doing handstands, they are not dance moves!".

Shino was patting Kiba on the back as he not only got turned down by another girl, but he was still pissed that Akamaru wasn't allowed in the club. Choji was at the bar eating while Shikamaru was sat next to him, texting Temari about how he got dragged out tonight and that it was "such a drag". Ino was chatting to Sakura, while Sakura herself was looking at Sasuke who was sat oddly by himself with a now empty glass.

She watched as he headed to the bar to order another drink, and felt a push by Ino.

"Go for it!" Sakura nodded and headed to the bar too.

Sasuke got his freshly filled drink and as he took a sip he looked up to see Sakura walking towards him. She was wearing a black bodycon dress (which stopped at her mid thighs) with a black choker and black heels. She had bought her outfit just for this night. She could see Sasuke looking up and down at her. Sakura took a deep breath and smiled.

"Hey".

Hey? That's all you can say?

Sasuke smiled at her shyness. "Hey. You having fun?"

Things were going well. At first Sakura was nervous on how to start a conversation with Sasuke until the topic of Naruto getting scratched by a cat he saved and then fell on his ass made them both laugh. After a few more drinks and a dance later there sat alone together in a corner of the room and kissed. Sakura then excused herself to go to the bathroom. Ino let a few seconds pass until she went in to get all the details from Sakura.

"EEEEEEEEH! I SAW! I SAW!"

Ino's screech startled Sakura. Luckily she didn't ruin her makeup that she was reapplying. Ino faced the mirror too and applied some lipstick.

"Looks like your plan's working Sakura. You should have seen his face. He was so checking you out as you walked away!"

Sakura blushed.

"Hehe I'm so glad I bought this dress. I so nervous wearing it. I thought it would be too short."

"Oh it's gorgeous! It's obvious he loves it! I bet he's thinking about how he's gonna rip it off- "

"Ino stop it! hahaha!"

Tenten suddenly ran in with excitement.

"Guys you never guess who just walked in the club. Those guys from the Akatsuki University, the one Sasuke's brother goes too!"

Ohhhhhh So that must have been what Itachi was dressed up for…

Ino turned to face Tenten. "Ooooooooh! Are they hot?"

"Oh my god! Amazingly hot! There's a guy with silver combed back hair. You can see his six pack through his tight shirt"

Ino bit her lip. She adjusted her breasts to bring them out more.

"Hmhmhmhmhmhm right! I know who I'm going for!"

Sakura rolled her eyes and laughed to herself.

"Oh and Sakura?"

Sakura turned to face Ino and was startled as she placed a square packet in her cleavage. Sakura didn't bother taking it out to see what it was; she already knew.

"Give me all the juicy details tomorrow!" Ino winked and walked away with Tenten. Sakura took a moment to collect herself and took a deep breath. She looked at herself in the mirror one more time and walked out the bathroom to find Sasuke.

The club had gotten busier so it was difficult to find someone. Sakura headed back to where she last saw Sasuke. As she finally saw him she made her way.

She stopped and almost took a step back by the sight before her. He was sat next to a red headed girl with glasses, with his hand on her thigh and kissing her neck. She couldn't believe what she was seeing.

Wha- What's going on? J-just a moment ago he was chatting me up and kissing me! But now he's –

Her thoughts were interrupted as she watched Sasuke stand up with the red head girl hand in hand and walked to the club exit. Having no control over her body, Sakura ran after them; bumping into people along the way. She ran outside and looked around to find Sasuke. She saw him with the girl walking away.

What do I do? What do I do?!

"SASUKEEEE!"

Sasuke turned around to see Sakura. Even with the street lights, Sakura couldn't see Sasuke's expression from her screaming, nor could she see the girl's face; which for her perhaps was a good thing. A few seconds went by and no one moved. The time for an answer was gone. Sakura could see the girl tugging Sasuke. Without waiting to see Sasuke's response, she turned and ran away.

Sakura was running through the streets in tears; not caring that people saw her in the state she was in, but then the watchful eyes became too much for her and she turned into a narrow street. She then fell on the wet ground. First she felt the pain on her ankle; knowing her heel on her one of her shoes had snapped. Then pain on her knees, chest, cheek and the palms of her hands were felt and finally her heart which she could feel breaking, as the images of Sasuke with the red head girl went through her mind repeatedly. Sakura started crying as she sat up. She stayed on the ground.

The street was luckily empty and quiet, until she heard footsteps coming her way. They sound like they were running. They started slowing down as they got closer to her. Sakura looked up see who it was, secretly hoping it was Sasuke. But it wasn't. It was Itachi.

Itachi stood by Sakura catching his breath. He was one of the few people Sakura bumped into as she ran out. He saw the shocking look on her face and became concerned. Sure she was his little brother's friend, but secretly he had grown fond on the little cherry blossom. When he ran out the club there was no one around. A shadow caught the corner of his eye sight and turned. He saw Sakura running away. Whatever it was It must have been serious. You don't run in heels like that for fun.

It was stupid to ask if she was alright; she clearly wasn't. So the next question came to mind. He was curious anyway.

"What happened?" Sakura looked up. Hearing the concern in his voice. Off all people to come after, she never expected Itachi. They rarely spoke. Only a few small conversations and that was it. They never hung out or had a proper conversation. Sakura started welling up again and looked down; not wanting Itachi to see her cry. She knew he was Sasuke's brother, but she couldn't help her words.

"YOUR DUMBASS BROTHER!"

Sakura's apartment…

Sakura unlocked her door and stumbled in. Luckily, Itachi was stood holding on to her. Itachi had helped her walk back to her apartment. He couldn't carry her bridal style; too romantic. He couldn't give her a piggy back either because of her short dress (which he couldn't help but admire by the way). So he had her arm around him and his other hand on her waist and helped her walk. Thanks to her trip, she had sprained her ankle.

Itachi carried on helping Sakura in through the hallway to the living room and let her go as she sat down on the sofa. Itachi walked to her kitchen which as connected to the living room. He opened the freezer and took out a frozen bag of peas, picked up a kitchen towel which was on the side and carried them back to Sakura. Sakura watched in surprise as Itachi knelt down, wrapped the bag of peas in the towel and placed it on her swollen ankle. She couldn't help but hiss from the pain.

Sakura laid her head back and took a moment to take in the night's events. Within seconds the images of Sasuke and the girl went through her mind; as if she was torturing herself. She started tearing up again. Itachi had seen her cry now so now it didn't matter anymore.

Itachi looked up and watched Sakura for a moment. He had only known her since she was 12-13 years old, but even back then, it was obvious how she felt about Sasuke. Over the years he had watched both of them grow. Sasuke becoming for arrogant and almost sadistic while Sakura became more beautiful and kind. A thought suddenly went through his mind. The same words that came to mind every time he saw her going after his brother.

What does she see in him?

Well, it doesn't matter. After tonight, I think those days are over.

Itachi took the bag off her ankle to check the swelling. It had gone down a little bit. He then stood up. Not knowing now what to do. He didn't want to leave her alone in the state she was in, but at the same time, he didn't want to feel he had longed stayed his welcome in her own home. The silence was then filled with a heavy dubstep soundtrack coming from Itachi's pocket. Itachi rolled his eyes in embarrassment and apologised to Sakura. She simply nodded. He turned around and answered his phone.

Itachi: Hello?

Deidara: Hey! Where the hell are you?

Itachi: Long story, I'll explain later. Tell Kisame I'll be crashing at his place tonight.

When he heard Sasuke had gone off with some girl, he wasn't going to dare to go back to their place to find them going at it god knows where.

Deidara: Actually Kisame's just gone with some hot babe so I don't think he'll like that.

Itachi: Sigh… Then I'll stay at Hidan's…

Deidara: Nah, so has he. It was some blonde haired girl. She was practically all over him hahaha.

Itachi pinched the bridge of his nose.

Itachi: Then your place?

Deidara: ...well…

Itachi: Oh not you too! What is everyone hooking up tonight?!

Deidara: …Kakuzu isn't… hahaha but then again who would.

Itachi sighed. Kakuzu lived too far away so getting back home the next morning would be a hassle. Plus, Kakuzu wasn't the best host. Last time (and only time) he and the others stayed over at Kakuzu's place, he charged them for the food they ate and the blankets they used. He was a good friend when it mattered but the guy was a bloody cheapskate.

Itachi: Alright I'll take care of it later… thanks.

He then hung up and wondered what to do. He noticed then on his phone that there was a new message.

"Hey,

Got a girl over ;) don't come back tonight. See ya!

Sasuke"

Itachi almost cracked his phone. His casual little text really pissed him off. His rage turned into sadness as he turned to look at Sakura who was holding the towel on her ankle. Snuffling from her crying. She looked up.

"I'm sorry, I guess I ruined your evening huh"

"Nah, not really. Don't worry, I wasn't really planning on staying out long anyway"

She then wondered what he was going to do. Chances were that Sasuke brought the girl back to their place. The thought broke her heart even more.

"Well… I'm sure you want to be alone so I'll leave you to it."

Itachi turned to walk out. Just as he knelt down to put on his shoes though…

"Wait!"

He turned around to find Sakura halfway in the hallway; supporting herself on the doorframe.

"You can… stay here if you want"

Itachi was startled. Yes, it would make things easier if he stayed, and it would put his mind at ease knowing she was close by for him to check on her, but at the same time, he didn't want her to feel awkward. He didn't want to be a replacement for his foolish little brother.

"Are you sure?"

"Yeah… I mean you'd have to sleep on the coach, but…"

Itachi stood up and walked to towards her. It was then Sakura realised how different the Uchiha brothers looked from each other. Same eye and hair colour but completely different. After a few seconds, a word suddenly came to Sakura's mind when she looked at Itachi.

Handsome

Sakura looked away. "But It's ok if you don't want to"

"No. If it's alright, I'll take your offer. A coach is better than the street"

The brought a smile to Sakura's face, and that brought a smile to Itachi's.

It was now way past midnight, but Sakura wasn't tired. She had changed into her PJ bottoms with a white vest top, but after lying in bed for a while, she couldn't sleep. She let Itachi settle in the living room and she went to her room. In all honesty, she wanted to talk to Itachi more. He had been so kind to her tonight. Both of them even agreed how stupid and arrogant Sasuke was. For the first time they had a proper conversation. She actually preferred it over her conversion with Sasuke earlier. She felt like she could talk to Itachi about properly.

She went to her kitchen to get a drink; surprised that after all the alcohol she had, she was able to walk straight. Her ankle was better now. Perhaps it was due to the adrenaline from all the drama. As she slid open the door; it occurred to her that the door for the kitchen was also the door to the living room, where Itachi was sleeping in. or so she thought.

She only managed to open the door half way when was stopped by the sight of a very shirtless Itachi unbuttoning his jeans.

DAYUM! She thought.

Itachi looked up; hearing the door open. He instantly turned away, facing his back to Sakura and searched for his shirt. They both started apologising over each other.

"Oh shit! I'm so sorry! I thought you had gone to bed. Well I mean go to sleep umm…"

"I'm so, so sorry! I didn't mean to walk in! I forgot you were here! I mean I didn't forget about you, I mean…"

They both then stopped; realising they were babbling and making no sense. They both laughed. After the laughter settled down, they continued looking at each other for a moment, until Sakura looked away blushing and carried on walking to the Kitchen to get a drink.

"S-sorry, now I'm just staring at you, hehehe ummm you want a drink?"

She couldn't help but watch the muscles on Itachi's back move as he put on his black button shirt. He wore it for the night out but it was the top he had. He only did a few buttons.

"Isn't it a little late to start drinking?"

"Hehe, yeah I-er guess..."

Sakura poured herself some water and drank it quick; trying to calm down.

Come on Sakura! Pull yourself together girl! It's just Itachi! Just Itachi!

"Ummmm Sakura?"

"Huh? Y-yeah?"

Itachi averted his eyes.

"Your top's getting wet."

Sakura looked down to see that she had been missing her mouth the half way through drinking. The front of her top was soaked. She placed her glass on the side and looked around for a towel.

"Aw crap! I'm so sorry! God I'm so stupid! What is wrong with me?"

Itachi walked towards to Sakura with the towel he used to wrap up the bag of peas to bring the swelling down on her ankle earlier. He handed it to her with a smile.

"It's ok, you don't have to apologise"

Sakura took the towel and dabbed herself with it. She looked up as she continued.

"Thank you"

She then realised how close Itachi was. He was standing close enough that his chest was touching the towel which Sakura was now clutching to her chest. She could feel her heart racing as she gazed into his eyes. They were so dark and mysterious. She could feel herself being drawn into them.

Before she knew it, Itachi was leaning his head down closer to her. She dropped the towel and brought her hands up to his chest while he brought his hands to hold her arms. She didn't know why but as their face got closer, she pulled them slowly backwards and ended up with her back against the wall. She started panting as his lips were only a few centimetres away from hers.

Her mind was racing. Worried about what Sasuke would think, even after what he did. She passed the thought as just a force of habit after years of worrying about if the things she did would bother Sasuke or not. Those days were over. She wasn't the little girl who was had a crush on Sasuke anymore. She was now recovering from a heart break, in her apartment, with his brother in front of her against the wall, his shirt barely done up, about to kiss her. That thought made her feel hot.

Patience grew thin, and both closed the gap between each other fast enough to draw the air out of Sakura. The kiss itself was slow; as if they wanted it to last. She couldn't help but moan in the kiss, and after a few more seconds, they parted. They gazed at each other again for a moment.

Sakura couldn't help but whisper "Wow"

Itachi's brows lowered in response. "What?"

She laughed at herself. "S-sorry… It's just that… Sasuke wasn't… no, never mind"

Now he was curious. Was she comparing him to his brother? He leaned against his arm which was on out straight against the wall; making sure Sakura couldn't escape.

"What about Sasuke?"

Sakura blushed.

Damn, it must the alcohol talking…

She blushed and gulped. She had to say it.

"Y-you… you're a better kisser than Sasuke..."

Itachi stayed in place for a moment and smiled and then burst out laughing. Sakura was surprised. It was very unlike him. Very unItachi.

Itachi then collected himself and wiped a tear from his eye. He took his arms away from Sakura and stood up straight. After he calmed down, he looked at her and smiled.

"Tell me. Are you free next Saturday?"

The next morning, Sasuke woke up with a massive hangover. He turned to see the red head girl still lying in bed with him. He turned back to grab his phone to see what time it was. He then noticed that he had a new message from Itachi.

Sent last night at 2am? Must be a response from my last message…

"FLB ;)"

Sasuke clutched his phone, and sneered. He had no idea what his brother meant by the message, but anytime Itachi sent those 3 letters to him, it would always make his blood boil; like he had something on him.

Foolish Little Brother.

So what did you think? It's just a oneshot for now, but if you'd like for there to be a second chapter, let me know. A part of this story I got from real experience. Sadly, not a hot guy like Itachi coming to my rescue but someone I love going off with someone else. Well my (now) ex going off with my (former) best friend. So if you wonder why that part's so detailed, you know why. Having your heart broken is a very painful thing. It took me months to get over and now I'm in the moving on and fuck it all phase lol. I'm in a better place now with my family and have gotten rid of all the poison in my life. Anyway, enough with the dark mood! I hope you enjoyed this story. I really love reading fanfics about Itachi and Sakura. I was so excited what I watched them interact with each other in the Road to Ninja movie (I fangirled when Itachi picked her up hahaha). Ok! I'm gonna keep working hard on my other story! Wish me luck!