A/N: I know, I shocked myself too when I decided to write the first chapters and all. I thought I'd improve it a little bit. But please to those who are reading this, I swear that the chapters will coming in smoothly if I receive good remarks on this improvised chapter 1. So please, bear with me.
And I was really thinking of combining some chapters from before, because really, I feel that this story is getting too long. Sooo, what do you guys think? Please let me know! =)
Disclaimer: I so do NOT own Naruto. If I did then they would be not ninjas, so what's the fun in that? XD
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Konoha Academy is one of the most promising schools in all of Japan, the world even, being top-class not only in facilities and such but through nourishing and improving the talents of their students. It balances the academics and extra-curricular work, therefore building a reputation in the world of high-class education for Japan's prominent people.
And who may this prominent people be?
You had to ask.
"Chyaaaa! It's Sasuke-kun!" a random fan girl exclaimed, jumping ecstatically as she caught sight of her 'prince charming'.
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Chapter 1: And so it begins
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Uchiha Sasuke, spiky raven hair, onyx eyes, tall and well-built, school's heartthrob, consistent honor student, taekwondo and kendo captain, ace player of the basketball and soccer team and president of the student council. With this traits he is the perfect prince.
But wait. There's more. He is also known for being anti-social, though this does not really tarnishes his oh-so-perfect reputation for being an heir of the Uchiha family, one of the richest and most influential families worldwide, it's hereditary. Well to most at least.
He is currently walking along the school square where most students huddle in groups, his signature scowl on his face and hands tucked in his pockets. You'd think people will leave him alone due to that frown on his face, but no. Someone had the nerve to tag along with him.
Ayumi Hazugawa: long black hair, blue eyes, average height and well-defined body, holding the title of the 'luckiest girl' because of being the fiancé of Uchiha Sasuke. She is also one of the most admired girls in the academy considering her looks and her status: consistent honor student, captain of the women's tennis club and also a member of the student council. She is also the sole heir of the Hazugawa Family which owns the most successful shipping company throughout the country.
And she is walking beside the ever-so-loved Uchiha Sasuke. Hair in low pigtails, hands clutching her LV bag, and a smile on her face as she walks side by side with her fiancé in the first day of their senior year.
Their school photo journalist was thrilled and immediately took a shot of the 'golden couple'. They're just.. perfect. Or so it may seem.
Due to their family's close ties because of the friendship between both patriarchs, it was only reasonable to engage the youngest Uchiha to the only child of the Hazugawa's. And so here they are, an engaged couple for almost a year. Though the public could say that they are in a perfect relationship, their multiple problems are kept within, and I do mean MULTIPLE. A fact well-hidden is that Sasuke doesn't treat Ayumi as a male would do for his fiancé. Not even close.
Uchihas don't do public display of affections, that's their cover-up, and no one will question them.
Only his family and some of his loyal friends know of the true reason behind this, what had happened about three years ago. An experience Sauske would wish to go back to and change. Something he would want to forget but just couldn't. Something he regrets but cherishes. Something that is kept hidden by his shattered heart, the memories and the feeling. To be loved but to be force to separation, all because he was a coward, he was weak and at that moment he drew her away from him, he died.
He couldn't care less of what was happening around him, of what his father had in store for him. He just settled with the consoles of his mother and brother though this didn't help to bringing him back. And that was what urged and brought him to what he is now, a cold bastard as he refers himself. He distanced himself from people, preventing him to meet new acquaintances and friends. Those who stayed by him, who tried to understand and dig deeper through his wall of self-preservation have so far got nothing but to wait for him to open again.
Still scowling Sasuke walked pass his undying fans that haven't seen him since the vacation. Today is the start of a new school year for the students of Konoha Academy. "Sasuke!" a loud voice could be heard across the campus courtesy of the best friend of said boy whose name was called. Naruto is the one who knows most of what happened throughout the miserable three years. He was there to witness the closure and fall of his once contented, and dare I say it, happy best friend. But still, he is grateful that Sasuke is not one cold-hearted man towards with him and their other friends namely Ino, Shikamaru, Kiba and Tenten.
Removing his scowl, he walked towards the direction of those he considers as friends. Ayumi had already left to her group who was waving and giggling a while ago. She had never been close or even made an effort to get close to Sasuke's friends, partly because she knows of what they think of her, a selfish brat. Although she knows to herself that she is selfish, for loving someone who loved another and keeping him all to herself. Through the years of their engagement she tried to deepen their relationship of mere acquaintances to at least friendship, but to no avail. She couldn't blame him though, because she was partly responsible for the misery he is in now. But she still keeps that happy smile on her face showing to everyone that their relationship is fine and going strong.
"Dobe.." Sasuke said, his way of greeting his energetic best friend. Many would not understand how the hell these two entirely different personalities became one of the strongest bonds they've seen. "Teme.." the energetic blonde retorted with a grin. Sasuke just half-smirked in return. Now this is the closest you will see him to smiling since then, for the reason that he had and will always smile only for her. He then nodded towards the others. To Ino who waved at him enthusiastically with her blonde hair bouncing and blue eyes sparkling, next to her boyfriend Shikamaru who gave him a nod leaning against a pillar with a sleepy expression to his black eyes and his black hair tied to a high ponytail looking like a pineapple, to Kiba who smirked at him with his red markings on the face with playful brown eyes and messy brown hair then to Tenten who smiled at him with her calm brown eyes and hair tied in two buns.
The day started normally for this group as they waited for the bell that signals the start of classes. They had already received their respective class schedules a while ago. Students scattered on the campus of the academy chatting and gossiping about their summer vacations. Well of course there would be lots of visiting other countries or enjoying leisure time in their private rest houses. What would you expect from a school full of heirs and successors of their family's businesses?
Then the sound of the clock striking 8:00 told everyone to go to their respective first periods. Sasuke and his friends fortunately have all their first periods together, Homeroom with Hatake Kakashi. Of course Ayumi would be there. She had specifically requested same schedules with her fiancé. They all walked casually towards their class even with the knowledge of their homeroom teacher's issues with accuracy. They all took their seats with Tenten and Ino in the front far left seats near the window. Shikamaru, Kiba and Naruto also to the left side, three seats behind the two and Sasuke with Ayumi following him to the farthest back. Though they are inseparable during break time, it does not necessarily mean that they always stick together. Besides the teacher would always rearrange the sitting arrangement later on, even Kakashi. As for Sasuke he always sits at the back though Naruto and the others wouldn't follow because of Ayumi following his tail. They were never in good terms with the girl.
Thirty minutes and their teacher had suddenly appeared in front of the class without anyone noticing. He cleared his throat but to no avail his students were still chattering away well except for those who really pay attention in classes. He banged his fist on the table and thankfully it worked. "Sorry for my delay class.." Kakashi started. "I was…." he was rudely interrupted by Naruto with a shout of "Liar!" which is actually nothing new. Unfortunately he was also their homeroom teacher last year, his students even those who weren't were used to his reasoning anyway.
Well this would count as one of those blessed days in which he would actually be telling the truth. Kakashi smirked underneath his mask, yup, a mask which he wears for no apparent reason. Now this got the attention of the whole class. Well we can say that Kakashi only smirks when he finds something very interesting, and they have also noticed that their beloved teacher isn't sticking his face in his favorite orange book.
Now this is intriguing.
"Well Naruto good morning to you too. As I was saying before I was rudely interrupted I was busy preparing papers in the principal's office. Turns out our homeroom period is blessed to be the first class to be acquainted with new students.."
Many loss their interests that moment. It was ordinary to have new students in a new school year right? Perhaps Kakashi found these new students interesting. Sasuke was looking out the window, Naruto and Kiba were busy hitting each other, Shikamaru was snoring while Tenten and Ino were gossiping. These are the people who have no idea what surprise awaits them and it turns out they weren't even paying attention. "You can come in now.."
The door opened and a boy with long brown hair tied in a high ponytail came in. Strangely enough it did not make him girly instead it made him look even more attractive, breathtaking for the girls who stopped gossiping and gawked at him.
"A Hyuuga?!"one of the boys questioned.
Hearing these Sasuke and the others turn their heads. Indeed it was a Hyuuga. Not just any Hyuuga though, someone whom they have known since before. Hyuugas are known for being a powerful family, influential and wealthy. To say the least they rival the Uchihas. Of course they would easily be recognized, because they have lilac eyes that have no pupils. Though looking closer you can see the pupil where it should be.
Now this is why Kakashi found it interesting, Hyuugas are known for being home-schooled. Tutored by the world's greatest mathematicians, physicists, biologists you name it. But what is a Hyuuga doing here?
"Introduce yourself.." urged Kakashi. The boy smirked, which left most of the girls drooling, seeing the reaction of certain people, all wide-eyed and beyond shock.
"Hyuuga Neji.." he spoke. "Just came back from the US after almost three years.." He definitely did that on purpose to remind them of what had happened. The class was waiting for something more but nothing came next, so much for introduction to get to know him better. Looks like they got another cold hottie, the girls sighed.
"Tenten are you alright?!" whispered a worried Ino. It is well-known through their group that she was deeply in love with him. No answer. Neji's eyes were focused on the Uchiha at the back. His eyes were challenging and held anger or something. As for Sasuke he couldn't believe what was happening. 'If he's here then Sa--.'his thoughts were cut short by Kakashi. "Okay so let's call on the next one.."
Then the door opened.
And in came his sole reason for ever feeling happiness.
'Sakura..'
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A/N: This is where chapter 1 should be cut, but like I said, I'm combining chapters in here.=)
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Haruno Sakura.
Another name Japan should really be familiar with. And the students of Konoha Academy sure does not disappoint.
With her pink hair neatly cascading two inches below her shoulders with a heart-shaped diamond clip on the left side, bright emerald eyes, naturally rosy-colored cheeks, Sakura turned to her new classmates and smiled.
Dreamy sighs followed as almost all of the males within the classroom soon found themselves damn lucky to have Japan's cherry blossom for a classmate. Whereas the envious stares of some are now being directed to her.
She tilted her head a bit and uttered a cheerful "Hi!" to the whole class.
Hearts flew out and the envious stares soon turned into glares. Oh boy.
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Here we go
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Haruno Sakura, sole heir of the Harunos who is known to hold a large part of the medical industry. Hospitals world-wide are under their management. Most family members became famous doctors, scientists, surgeons etc., all contributing to the advance and growth of the medical knowledge and technology. A famous model and singer internationally, teen idol, her face is the cover of best-selling magazines. She studied abroad for three years and topped her classes. Latest news about her is that she excels greatly and is now a known professional tennis player. She is the precious cherry blossom of the whole country.
Of course what could you expect from the only daughter of Fujimori Haruno, who is considered as the head of the family, world-class surgeon and held quite a reputation for saving almost all the lives of his patients and the late Sukushi Haruno, a famous actress and singer during her time. She managed to inherit and combine both the talents and gifts of her promising parents.
Naruto and Kiba dropped their jaws to the ground, Ino and Tenten had manage not to look too flabbergasted, Shikamaru was now wide awake and Ayumi looked as if you had just thrown a bucket of ice-cold water on her. As for Sasuke, he felt as if he couldn't even breathe. His breath hitch in his throat as the girl that he had once and still loved stood in front of his class looking as gorgeous as ever.
Though he couldn't care less of what she looks like, what pissed him of the most was the way the Hyuuga was smirking at him, the way he stood unlikely close to Sakura, how he leant down and whispered something in her ear and most definitely how she gave him a sweet smile in return. "Would you mind introducing yourself?" questioned Kakashi who is now thoroughly amused by the reaction of his proud class. Sakura turned to the teacher and smiled nonetheless.
"A pleasant morning to all of you. I'm Haruno Sakura and I am more than thrilled to get to know each of you. Please to meet you.." with that she bowed deeply before all of them. "Uhmmm, I am not really good with introductions so if it's alright with the teacher your welcome to ask questions.." Sakura turned slightly to Kakashi who nodded in return.
The whole class is completely speechless of the two teenagers just their age in front of them, a pink-haired girl who introduced herself with a combination of shyness and confidence, standing properly before them with her hands at her front, the right hand holding her left wrist. A brown-haired boy who seems a bit anti-social, standing with all his glory beside the girl as if that is where he truly belong.
Staring at them, their uniform seems much more special than what it used to be. Of course wearing a uniform with the seal of Konoha Academy is already a great honor and privilege. The girl's uniform is consist of a white collared blouse with a black vest over it, black pleated skirt, red tie with the initials K and A sewn neatly below it, knee high socks, black doll shoes and the Konoha Academy seal sewn in the left collar. As for the guys, we simply have a white polo shirt and the Konoha seal sewn also on the left collar, black pants, black leather shoes, of course there's the red tie and a gray long-sleeved button-up shirt.
Now that they think about it, Hyuuga Neji does ring a bell, a huge bell to be precise. He is the only nephew of Hyuuga Hiashi, a famous and powerful entrepreneur. His father and uncle are both big names in the business world. His father is the founder of the Hyuuga Corporation which is surprisingly equal enough to challenge the Uchiha Corporation in all sorts of businesses. Sadly Neji's father died in plane crash when he was just a six-year old boy. Hiashi took custody of him together with his two daughters Hinata and Hanabi.
Hiashi had raised Neji as his own and decided to mold him in becoming a successful businessman. And it is then he decided to break the tradition of Hyuugas being home-schooled. He had reasoned that Neji attending school and meeting other people would help him to be more accustomed with dealing with potent sharers in the future. He was highly-pleased though to find out who his nephew had become friends with.
Uzumaki Naruto, whose family's business of continuous expanding business of hotel accommodations and restaurant chains grown to a five-star level.
Inuzuka Kiba, from a clan of animal lovers which had taken over of all animal shelters, zoos etc. The Inuzuka clan is also took charge of the famous tourist spots in the country considering that they respect nature and the environment as well and even built their own nature loving resorts, gardens and parks.
The daughter of the owners of the largest florist shop with several chains throughout the country as well as building a reputation in the fashion industry, Yamanaka Ino.
Nara Shikamaru, from a family of full-pledged geniuses. Most great mathematicians and inventors are from this clan which made them start their own company which was unsurprisingly successful. Similar to the Uzumakis and Inuzukas, they also have a fairly amount of resort and hotel chains throughout the country.
As for Ama Tenten, she's the only heir of their weapons factory which is fully licensed and legal in creating these weapons only for the military. Kitchen utensils and appliances are also in their league of business. Of course Hiashi wasn't glad to hear that his nephew had been good friends with one of their rival's sons, Neji merely stated that he sees nothing wrong in forming a friend-rival relationship.
As time pass, Hyuuga Neji had proved himself worthy of being the heir of the Hyuuga Corporation. At his young age, he is usually beside his uncle during business meetings occasionally speaking politely and professionally of what his opinion is. He is also capable of meeting potential share-holders by himself. Attending parties and balls held by big names in the business world while quietly forming a bond and a connection which would help greatly to their corporation. His uncle couldn't be more proud. As for publicity, Neji serves as the spokesperson of their company which amazes the reporters and the viewers on how a teenager like him could answer and handle questions even a 24-year old man would find difficulty to answer. And there is also the fact that he answers it with full confidence and intelligence. Yup, since his tender age of sixteen especially now that his eighteen, many long-time businessmen would want to get to his good side.
And then, as if the needle of quietness has been cut, questions started popping out from the four corners of the classroom. Some are unnecessary ones if I may add.
"When did you get back?!"
"How was your concert tour?"
"Is blue really your color?"
"Were you able to meet Orlando Bloom?"
And so on and so forth. Though there are some questions that are really quite intriguing especially to the Uchiha and his equally shocked crew, questions not only directed to the pink-haired girl but includes the chocolate-haired boy beside her.
"Are you two a couple?!" This simple question was followed by dozens of more, all eager to know the relationship between the two. Since Sakura's exclusive interviews on national television, concerts and press-cons, she is often found with the Hyuuga escorting her to her limousine. Well this certain question also triggered an argument between the two's fanboys and fangirls against those rational and observant students.
"What are you talking about?!" roared a spiky green-haired fan boy.
"Of course they're not! They're just friends!" a black-haired fan girl squealed.
"Oh sure they'll say that. That's showbiz!" a guy with black-rimmed glasses countered.
"Duh! I was just stating facts in here, after all why would they come to school together?!"
"It was just a coincidence!"
"Then why are they standing unusually close beside one another?!"
It just continued to bring havoc to the class, while our favorite heroes together with Ayumi are still on space. Kakashi had finally stepped in, thinking that he had quite the fun and it is time to end it.
"Can we all calm down now and have some peace and tranquility around?" he asked nicely which of course didn't even had any effect.
He tried again, no luck.
Another, no darn luck.
This is it. He hates to repeat himself and now here he is repeating something thrice already.
"WILL ALL OF YOU SHUT THE HELL UP?!?!!"
Birds chirping.
Clock ticking.
Wind blowing.
Not another sound besides those. Breathe in, breathe out. In, out. In, out. Ok, Kakashi had gained sanity once again.
"So.." he stood upright beside Neji, "since we are so blessed to have student council president will you please come in front and officially welcome our transferees together with our class representative in the council."
Birds chirping. Kakashi cleared his throat.
Clock ticking. He coughed.
Wind blowing. He cleared his throat again only louder.
More chirping. He coughed again, louder.
More ticking. He twitched. Now there is no way there would be more blowing.
"UCHIHA! HAZUGAWA!" the two still figures seem to be back to Earth. "UP IN FRONT! NOW!"
Now a bit calmer, "Introduce yourselves to Mr. Hyuuga and Ms. Haruno in here."
Uh oh..
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