Author's Note: I got an idea in my head and started writing this story. I figured that I would upload this prologue along with first chapter. The prologue will start in the present, and chapter one starts in the past working its way up to the present. Things will be different from the original Naruto, but some elements will remain the same. If you like, review, and I'll reward you with vanilla bean frappes. Everyone loves those, right? (wink, wink)
Disclaimer: Naruto is a work created and owned by Masashi Kishimoto. As much as I would like to, I do not own the characters. (sigh)
Xxx TAKEN FOR GRANTED xxX
I never wanted it to become like this. Here I am sprawled out across the floor after being pushed down the stairs. Me, Naruto Uzamaki. I probably would be unconscious if I were any other man. I probably wouldn't be in this situation if I were any other man.
I watched the angry, charcoal eyes glare as the being in possession of them edged closer to me. Step by step. Slowly. He took each step slowly as if he was a predator sizing up his prey. I thought about getting up to fight again. However, my chakra level had quickly depleted due to exerting all of my energy in the beginning of the fight. Maybe I could get up and run. Yeah, that's what I'll do. As if reading my thoughts, he stopped in the middle of the stairs.
"Sasuke," I yelled with the taste of blood in my mouth, "I was stupid! This violence is pointless! You don't have to seek revenge on me. I won't make the same mistake again!"
The said being eyes began to soften before he closed them. Yes! I think I can talk some sense into him. I've been told numerous times that I have a way with words.
"Naruto," he began.
I slowly rolled my body over until I was on my hands and knees. It hurt, but I stood up. I extended my hand to him. "Sasuke, I'm stupid and I don't deserve you in my life after how far I've pushed you. Will you forgive me?" Still standing with his eyes closed, he took a deep breath as if contemplating. I sluggishly made my way up the stairs towards him. I didn't want to ruin the moment but I was tired of fighting.
"Naruto," he began again. I looked up as his eyes popped open revealing black and red irises. The Sharingan. Great. Just freaking great. I really didn't want to have to awaken the power of Kurama.
"I hate you." was all he stated before he started charging towards me with Chidori. The house was lit with the bright hue emitting from his hand.
Yep, I'll never take his kindness for granted again… If there's an "again."