The Explanation

'Damnit, damnit, I need to stay composed.' Sasuke had to calm down. His blood was boiling at a rate that even he couldn't quite control. He began to grasp the porcelain cup a bit tighter; he had to rein in his rage, or all hell would break loose. Gradually he took sips of sake, for it was the only way for him to remain stable. Finally, he felt comfortable, just enough where he knew he wouldn't throttle Naruto where he sat.

"Now Naruto, what the fuck did you do? I mean this Daiyoukai. Oyotoma-sama doesn't know me, nor my clans history, so why?" Sasuke all but growled out.

He could care less if the servants realized that their cool, calm and collected lord was pissed. Hell, they probably are betting that he would kill Naruto for this dilemma. Naruto was sitting so still it annoyed Sasuke to no ends. 'How the hell can he just sit there so unhindered?' But that soon changed when he saw that familiar smirk plaster on his face.

"Teme, well you see," he started his nervous chuckle that always precluded the inevitable. "Well, uhm, you see Sasuke what had happened was Hiashi-sama couldn't house the hime-sama due to the reconstruction of the Hyuga compound. And, Hinata is expecting, which hasn't been pretty at all." At that last statement Sasuke saw the adoration in his brother's eyes. It was the sweet affection only shown to those who you could truly care for. To him that was only a dream fraught with disappointment. He once tried his luck with this so called love. But it sadly ended with deceit. The smell of her perfume still lingered in his memories of a forgotten past.

Flashback

Sasuke sat down underneath the plum trees. Their scent was a warm welcome compared to the blood and despair that he had faced months ago. The clans were warring and it was tiresome. The Uchiha Clan had been a part of many wars, usually called on due to their kekkai genkai, the Sharingan. Yet, to him it was merrily a waste of time and skill. Yes, demons fought, but why always against each other. He took his sword, Hayato and began to sharpen it. He started at the hilt. Gently he grasped the soft gold medallion that was the Uchiha symbol. A fan of white and red was emblazoned on the back of his hoari meant everything to his family. Then he slowly moved downward to the inscription that was placed on the sword. "Keep thy talons sharpened, but your heart sharper." Sasuke wondered how that was possible, until one day he found out how true that saying could be.

As he was out on a mission his father had forced upon him, he saw her. An inu-youkai who by far was the most beautiful female he had ever encountered. Her hair was silver, with a hint of black that gave her a most appealing look. Eyes as gold as the rising sun, but the most immaculate feature of this demon was her face. She had the kindest face even compared to his mother. He was drawn to her like a moth to the flame. Slowly, yet gracefully he made his presence known to her. As soon as he was in her line of sight she lifted her head and graced him with a wonderful smile. Sasuke could have sworn that love or adoration for another was only a legend.

For the past three months Sasuke had gotten the chance to know lady Imina. She was his all and he was hers. He would purposely seek out missions that would lead him to her, but sooner or later they would be found out. Yet, he was young and didn't care. As Sasuke was traversing through the forest bordering the Hyuga and Uchiha lands he saw her. But, his lady was with another. Not a demon, no maybe then Sasuke's heart wouldn't have shattered, and his whole being change. 'A human,' Sasuke's whole demeanor changed, him who was once a kind, generous, and caring youkai had changed. Her legs were wrapped around the man's; her screams were so loud in his ears, it stung. 'How could she, I thought, I thought…,' but his own question was left unanswered. Then, he heard the climax of their lovemaking and her words haunted him.

"Ahh, Hibe, that was wonderful, that blasted inu-youkai couldn't even fulfill me as you did." She purred as she ran her hand on his neck. The man that Sasuke now knew as Hibe began to compliment the lady. But Sasuke didn't wait to see what he said. Instead he walked into the forest clearing where the once beautiful Imina still lay like a content kitten.

"So, this is how you treat me Imina?" Both man and youkai stared at him. His eyes were red, not a normal red, but crimson. Imina had a look of disbelief plastered on her face. But the man appeared frighten.

"Sasuke, Sasuke my love you know that I was only toying with this human. I just was indulging myself." Her eyes held his but he no longer knew what to believe.

She was shivering. To Sasuke this was a show of weakness, he finally knew her for the fraud she was. But, how come he didn't realize it before hand. Imina tried to stand and wrap her kimono around herself. She then walked toward Sasuke, placing one clawed hand on the side of his face.

"Sasuke, I'm sorry, please my love forgive me."

He stared at her as if she were a stranger that had the plague or a much horrible disease. Her hands quivered; her once beautiful golden irises now looked like dead leaves during the season change. 'How dare she ask for forgiveness?' Sasuke chuckled in an ominous manner

"Imina, my dear Imina. Why, why did you do this to me? Not only did you hold disregard for my pride as an Uchiha, but you, and only you has broken my heart." With that said Sasuke turned and left.

"You two should be glad," Sasuke whispered in a deathly tone, "for I would have gladly killed you, but make no mistake I shall not forgive, nor forget."

He never saw Imina or the human man again. Until one day he heard that she gave birth to a half breed. Yet, even then Sasuke didn't care. No he would rather live a life without love, then get hurt the way he did so many years ago.

End Flashback

Naruto had knocked Sasuke out of his reverie with a loud sneeze. He looked up at his companion with a questioning gaze. But, decided to leave that question for another time. Instead of taking a normal sip Sasuke guzzled a vase of sake he had to feel the numbness to forget all of the pain. Yes, that was the answer to all problems. But, they were still there even if he chose to forget them for a while. Naruto took a sip of sake, and was about to continue his grand explanation.

"Hey Sasuke, you need to just calm down for a second." Naruto didn't want his brother to go on a rampage let alone kill him.
"So, can you at least give me a name for this hime?" 'This is the best I can do, but it aggravates me even more.' Sasuke took another long sip of his sake. He looked at the remaining vases and realized they were almost empty. This would not do. Naruto gazed at the same object that Sasuke had in his line of sight.

"Teme, as much as it would please to see you content. That," Naruto pointed at the amount of sake they both seemed to devour, "will only cause you a greater harm."

Naruto took the vases off of the table and brought them to the parlor table nestled by the door. "Now, we both won't be tempted."

To Sasuke's dismay he knew his brother was right. But, that didn't make it any better. If anything it just tested his patience and restraint a bit more. "Alright brother for once I'll go along with your intervention plan, but only for now." Naruto gave a slight nod.

"As we were discussing before, what is the princess' name?" Sasuke once again posed the question to Naruto. "And what does she look like? How am I supposed to know what this child looks like?"

"Well, let us get her name out in the open," Naruto paused for a moment then continued, "its Sakura."

"Okay and what else Naruto, the information you are giving me isn't quelling my temper." Sasuke wanted to bellow out with frustration. If his brother took too long he was definitely going to see to it that Naruto never would want to step foot in his holdings.

"She is something else Sasuke. Her hair is a luscious pink color, it's not normal. If anything it is very unique. Then her eyes are a sexy shade of green. Not the dull kind like that kitsune who left your bed a while ago either. This green is of a jade hue, so bright and beautiful. But, that's not even the half of it." Naruto moved closer to Sasuke. His face was so close to his brother's that he could smell the sake on his lips. "You called Sakura-sama a child, yet that my good friend is not the truth. She is definitely a full grown youkai with abundance in all the right areas." Naruto backed up and began to grin from ear to ear.

Sasuke still didn't seem convinced with this alone. "And how do you know so much of this great beauty."

Naruto gave Sasuke a knowing look. "Well, teme if you must know. When I was traveling with Ero-sannin I met her. Matter of fact Ero-sannin was the one who pointed her out of a crowd. He had this forlorn look upon his face, like he knew something about her."

"So she isn't a make believe princess you made up." Sasuke said. 'Maybe this can be very interesting on my part.'

Naruto gave Sasuke a look of exasperation. "Teme do you really think I would suffer your wrath for a joke. Hell no! I have better things to do then try to kill myself." Sasuke cracked a small smile at what his brother mentioned.

"No dobe I think you like your life too much, but that's a discussion for another time." Sasuke began to rise and Naruto followed. "How long would it take for Sakura-sama to make it to the southern lands?" Naruto took a quick glance to Sasuke.

"I give her about a week, but it really shouldn't take that long especially since she is the Daiyoukai's daughter."

'Hmm, this should be some eventful shit.' Sasuke really couldn't put his hand on it, but he sensed that something big was going to happen. The problem though was discovering is it was good or bad.

"Well teme I'll be seeing you. However it would be nice to see you once and a while." Naruto turned around and quickly left the study. Sasuke looked around the room. He knew that it was time to let the past go. It was time to move on, but something was holding him back. He slowly glanced at the room once more before exiting it. Yes, change was on the way.