"Oh come on! It's not that bad!" A sharp snap of 'shut up' caused the blond to give a long sigh, resting her chin in her hands. "Sakura, it was only a wallet! You will find it again.." Ino gave the tearing girl a soft smile, a hand rubbing her back. Opting to not return for the rest of the day, after learning the young girl's wallet was missing, they decided to hide out in a small book store. They rested in the back, sitting on some couches where customers could relax. Of course this wasn't how Ino had planned the day, but things never went the right way anyhow. Sighing again, she casted her other friend a smile, mouthing a soft 'sorry'. The older girl didn't mind at all, shaking her head and stroking Sakura's hair.
"Hey, look on the bright side! At least if we get caught now, we have an excuse! Besides I got payed on Friday. I can buy you a new one, ok?" The sobbing girl finally lifted her head, red tinted eyes looking at the girl. Though it was a kind gesture, it still made her shake her head.
"I don't care about the wallet...well ok I do.. but it had everything! My ID, house keys, all my cards and cash.." Her words fell silent and she merely sniffled, leaning on Ino who hugged her tight. The girl frowned to TenTen, who merely shrugged, no longer looking at them. Her attention had been stolen out the window and she wore a soft frown. Both Ino and Sakura seemed to notice, for they both found themselves staring at the girl. TenTen was usually the outgoing, calm one of them. At the moment, she wore a hard frown, almost glaring at whatever she was looking at. Ino frowned and looked over her shoulder, seeing a couple walk into the ice cream store beside their own. Confused, the blond looked back at TenTen, asking curiously what was wrong.
"... Let's go buy shakes." Not explaining more, she stood and motioned the pair to follow. Sakura wiped the few tears left on her lashes and gathered her stuff with Ino's help, rushing to follow the older girl. Leaving the book shop and rounded the corner, Ino patting Sakura's hand, reassuring the girl that her mother wouldn't be mad, and helping her keep up with TenTen. As they walked in, their friend quickly led them to a table, one that rather hidden from the rest. Finally fed up, Ino crossed her arms and demanded TenTen talk already. The brunette looked at them both a moment before rolling her eyes and pointing towards the line, where everyone had their backs to them. At first The two girls didn't see, but Ino did which led her to gasp a moment later. Sakura frowned, not seeing it at first. Finally though, she spotted the couple they meant.
"Hey! Isn't that S-"
Both girls covered Sakura's mouth, giving a harsh 'shh!'. The girl gave a squeak, then giggled, grabbing both their hands. She understood now and pulled their hands away, silently peering over the counter at the pair. It was a boy from school, Shikamaru. He wasn't even in uniform like the girls, just mere street clothes. What he did have with him though, was a girl. She was dressed simple like him, her long red hair spilling over her shoulders as she bowed her head forward with a laugh. Ino frowned, looking at TenTen. "What the hell? I thought Shikamaru was with that Temari chick!"
"Actually they broke up-"
Ino blinked at Sakura then frowned at the brunette. "Why didn't you tell me? Aren't you and Temari like... best friends? Come on girl! You have to keep me up to date with information like this!" She gave a wide grin, while the other girl frowned. Ino ignored it though, lost in her own world.
"Guys that's-"
"Doesn't mean he's on the market. Temari would have told me if they broke up.. he must be cheating on her! That asshole.. He's gonna get a damn ear full from me once that little daisy leaves"
"Her name isn't daisy it's-"
"Shikamaru wouldn't cheat.. trust me, he's way to lazy to actually even try to handle two girls at once. I dated him remember? ... I wonder who that girl is though."
"She looks like a gangster with those boy clothes.. She isn't from around here-"
"GUYS!" Sakura stood, slammed her hands on the table. The two girls started, staring at their friend in shock, as was a few around them. The short haired girl flushed and whispered a soft sorry before taking her seat, motioning them both to lean in. "Geeze, you two never shut up!" With an annoyed sigh, the girl tucked her dyed locks behind her ear, smiling. "Her name is Tayuya. She was part of that group Sasuke use to run around with. She lives around here.." Sakura paused and glanced at the pair before looking back. "I met here before.. she's kinda rough, but she knows Shikamaru. Last time we talked, I got a text and she mentioned they were old friends."
When she finally stopped talked, the two girls wore red faces, both looking away. Sakura merely laughed, shaking her head. "Come on.. let's leave them alone? I bet they are just catching up" With her words, the pair was reassured and soon left the shop, in hopes of finding something better to do. Though TenTen did look back once, shaking her head. The pink haired girl merely sighed, grabbing her arm and tugged her along. "Come ON, I am sure Temari didn't tell you for a reason!"
"...Yeah, you're right! Anyways, let's go buy you a new wallet." With an agreement form all, the girl's headed toward the outlet center.
They left swiftly, a bit unaware of their surroundings just as Sakura had been that morning. On the bench where they passed, a man silently watched them. Standing, he turned away from the girl's and headed the opposite way, chuckling as he shook his head. "Such a sweet girl...pretty too. Shame" Sighing softly, he fished his phone from his pocket. "Oui, I got the girl in the area"
This chapter taught me something. I hate writing girls.
I HATEHATEHATEHATEHATE IT
ANYWAYS 8D
Enjoy this shit chapter. The Shika/Tayu thing comes around around again.. and yes, the girl's were being stalked. Wonderful isn't it? 8D
Next time it's back to Deidara (thank god a boy)
