KK: I AM SO SORRY!!!

Sakura: We have a serious problem!

KK: What is it?

Sakura: Sasuke is in the corner…

KK: NOOO! Not the dreaded emo corner! Why is he there?

Sakura: Because of the immense delay in the updating…

KK: I'm sorry! My internet is not working! Lord!

Sakura: It's not your fault!

KK: Quick, we need to get him out of there before he succumbs to writing poetry and wearing the tight pants and eyeliner. There is already one emo on Naruto but we all love Gaara.

Sakura: KK does not own Naruto or any Gaara bashing. We all love our psychopathic little friend named Gaara. Don't hate.


CHAPTER TWO

The trial

"The animal has been secured and awaits the decision of the council, My Lord…" Karin spoke in a tight voice. Sasuke could tell that Karin would rather see the girl drawn and quartered. It perplexed him, not to mention infuriated him. Did Karin hate the girl because of her beauty or her power? Karin was never a strong vampire. She was weak and easy, and most of all obsessive. She was a fantasizing bitch.

"Thank you Karin…" Fugaku uttered. He once again took his place, leaning against the desk. His thoughts were all tangled up. How, was the only coherent question his mind could process. How in God's name had this breed of wolf come to be? To introduce the wolf gene, a human would have to mate with a wolf. That was the most ridiculous option ever.

Perhaps it was a child of rape. He pitied the poor woman who endured that. There were many theories on how this nuisance started and all of them gave the elder vampire the same problem. There was a Lycan in existence. Whether this was good or bad, he did not know. Only time would tell.

On the other hand, his son was also facing a problem. Sasuke lay, debating why he was so consumed in that woman's seductive aura. He knew, for a fact, that when he was away from her, his mind recognized that they were never meant to have anything between them. He knew well that it was silly to want anything from her. Sasuke was not in love. Yet… his mind whispered. The only problem was when he was near her. All of his senses would shut down and he loses all focus. Why? He had no answer.

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Sakura was cold. She was cold. She hated being cold. When she was cold, she felt alone and dare she say it, scared. But in truth, I am alone, she thought. All of her family was slaughtered in the raid. She still remembered the red glow of the flames that burned her sweet home to the ground. There was so much screaming. There was so much death.

-Flashback-

"Catch me if you can!" screamed Miaka. She ran over rocks and grass, her little legs bounding under her skirts. The little girl was happy while playing tag along with her older companion. She was fast too. Sakura could barely get her hands on the little mynx. It was only after an hour of play did she finally give up and collapse on the moist grass.

With a cry of glee, the little girl pounced on Sakura and wrestled her. Sakura only laughed. She grabbed the girl by the waist, got up, and hoisted her onto her hip. It was getting dark and they had to head home for supper.

"Sakura, tomorrow, will you play again with me?" Miaka asked innocently. Damn the child for being so cute and adorable. Tomorrow was Sakura's work day but perhaps she could have a few breaks.

"Sure, sweet, but we need to stop playing tag along. You are becoming too fast for…" Sakura stopped. She was dumbstruck. From the view on the top of the hill, she saw her home burning. It resembled Hell on Earth, complete with demons. Those demons were the slavers that were on horses, lassoing men, women, and children.

The only emotion Sakura felt was tremendous fury. She felt the wolf within her writhe in the need to spill blood.

Turn. Please Sakura. Look at your people. Are you going to stand here and watch them be hacked to pieces or worse, enslaved?, her inner begged. Sakura was very keen on the idea of becoming one with her wolf and spilling blood and gore. But if she did, she would break her mother's one rule: Never turn in public. Never let them know the gift you have, was what her mother had drilled into Sakura's mind for years.

Sakura was pulled from her reverie when she heard Miaka whimper in fear. She had buried her face in Sakura's neck to block the horrible view.

"What is going on, Sakura? I'm scared…" she whispered against the nape of Sakura's neck. Sakura held the girl a bit tighter. She let her eyes blacken, her claws grow, and her Lycan senses take over. She ran down the hill, past her village's gate, and into the roaring fire of her home. Everyone around her was screaming and burning. They either were hauled onto carts or left for dead. Sakura mourned the dead and fervently searched for her mother. She could not be dead. Her mother was tougher than anyone. She was Sakura's rock. She was there when Sakura shook with the pains of her Lycan transformation. She was there through all the times Sakura became depressed because of the demon within her. She could not be dead. She couldn't.

Scanning through the dead, Sakura saw Miaka's mother, father, and younger brother. He was only an infant child. Again the demon in her screamed for freedom to tear those who attacked them. Sakura ran further to her house and kicked down the door. There was smoke and heat but they did not stop her. She ran through the charred sitting area, straight to her mother's chamber. What she saw was the worst horror of her very existence.

Her mother's face was frozen in a look of anguish and shock. It was smeared with blood. Below the profile, her mother's chest was ripped open and bleeding, with her heart missing. Her arms were pinned to the wall by sharp daggers and it appeared as if she was raped. Her death must have been brutal and pained. Sakura could feel her stomach churn and the acid force its way up her throat. She keeled over and vomited in a choked manner. Her world was shattered. Her mother was gone. Forever.

Sakura could not bear to stand the sight of her deceased mother. She bolted out of the house before Miaka could ask what was wrong or see that horrible sight. Sakura set Miaka down and finally gave into the heated anger. Her eyes blazed, and her teeth grew to fangs. She had to protect those around her. She launched herself at the slavers, ripping and tearing in blind bloodlust. She only came to her senses when she heard an ear-piercing scream.

She turned to see Miaka fall, with an arrow plundged in her chest, blood spurting and hitting Sakura. It was like losing her mother all over again, but worse, because she actually watched it happen. Her eyes cleared and her fangs disappeared. With blinding speed, she caught the girl and cradled her in her arms. The tears finally came.

"Sakura, I-I guess w-we won't g-get to play t-tag along tomorrow…" Miaka whispered, her life slipping away.

"Miaka, no! Please don't die!" Sakura pleaded. She couldn't lose everyone. But as she begged, Miaka's eyes became lifeless and dull. She was gone. Sakura screamed and growled and roared away the pain until she was clubbed over the head, swiftly. Before she went under, she saw Miaka lay still. The pain was too much. Sakura welcomed the calm blackness of unconsciousness.

-End of flashback-

It was true. Sakura didn't like being alone. As she was led to the damp, iron cage, she felt like a child again. Except now, she did not have the family she once had to keep her safe. She was alone.

"You should have listened when I told you to obey me…" the guard who held her said. He was a rather unattractive man with a pudgy face that was stained with blood and dirt. He was not shaven.

"Now look at you. Broken and bleeding and being hauled to a cage like some animal." He muttered darkly. He must have been enjoying her discomfort. He was wrong though. Sakura was indeed bleeding but she was healing quickly. The wolf in her would never allow her to be injured.

Fool of a man. Does he not realize I could end him with one swipe to his jugular? He'd be dead in minutes from the blood loss. Please, can't we sever his life? It would be quick and… semi-painless? Maybe. Her inner begged. Ever since the raid, her inner had had a fire for blood and sent waves of bloodthirsty hatred through Sakura to try and bend her will.

One man. That is all. It would appease me and set you free. Please. I am making an offer you cannot refuse. We would kill two birds with one stone. Sakura only ignored the brooding beast that was not getting what she wanted. Sakura, for once, felt numb. She had always felt happy or sad or angry but never numb. She felt cold but this time on the inside. It was as if someone poured chilled liquid through her veins.

She did not know how long she walked, where she was, or if she was even still in that dreaded castle. It was dark and clammy and smelt of dead moss and scum. She did not even try to memorize the way she was being led. It would have helped her escape. But she was on stand-by.

The guard finally stopped her in front of a cubicle-shaped cage that exposed everything inside through iron bars. Clearly they jest because I am not staying in that box they call a cage. I would rather sleep in a lake than sleep in there. Do they not know wolves should remain free!

The guard loudly unlocked the cage, making a show that he was chosen to detain the precious prisoner. He truly was a weak man. He thrust her inside but hesitated when he saw her small dress hem heighten up to her thigh. He admired her soft pale skin with lustful eyes. She cringed in disgust.

"Perhaps you won't be in the cage alone…" he said while stepping into the cage. She knew what he was trying to do and it annoyed her to know end. Why did this always happen to her? He inched forward, his hand trying to caress her leg but all she felt was sweaty skin and dirty hands. Boy, was he in for a surprise.

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"Father, please do something…" Sasuke whispered low so that Karin could not hear. She was talking his ear off, complaining about the nuisance of the mystery girl, flirting outrageously, and making eyes at him. He had not known Karin for long but at the moment he was begging every higher power he knew to kill that dumb bitch who found it necessary to annoy him into oblivion.

He really longed for the company of that mystery girl. Her presence caused him to forget everything and go on stand-by and right now, he longed for stand-by. It was odd though. She, at the moment, was the only thing on his mind. Was she annoying like Karin? Or possibly quiet and shy like that Hyuuga girl, what was her name? He hoped that she was neither because both seemed dreadfully boring. He would find out soon when they reached the dungeon to interrogate her. Was she still hurt? Was she in pain at the moment? All this worrying was giving Sasuke a migraine and it unsettled him, her control over him. Before he could think further, he was interrupted.

"Son, I need your help opening the door." Fugaku was standing in front of a large wooden door with a flat panel surface about shoulder height. Sasuke gladly took the opportunity to walk away from Karin's close proximity and step near his father. They placed their palms on the wood simultaneously and waited for the gears to turn and click. Every major entryway in the castle was equipped with a dark magic rune that would only allow access to those who were established trustworthy. Fugaku could have used both of his own hands and so could Sasuke, but in order to get Sasuke away, he decided to do half the job.

The door opened and they were saluted by the guards on watch. They casually nodded acknowledgement back to the guards and headed down the maze of corridors and pathways. Fugaku was leading the way while the other two followed. He was anxious to see the half breed along with his son. Karin on the other hand dreaded it.

She had seen her. And she had felt threatened. This girl was nearly as beautiful as she (cough, bullshit, cough) and she did not want to have Sasuke eyeing her. She already had Sasuke wrapped around her finger (again with the bullshit) and she did not want to have to crush the girl into dust for attempting to steal Sasuke. (so much bullshit).

She would have to end up killing the poor bi- BAM! They were all startled as they saw a lone guard sailing through the air and crash into the opposing wall. Dust erupted everywhere and the trio ran up to find the poor guards body mangled and bloody. He was obviously dead. Fugaku was startled while Sasuke was downright shocked. Had it been the girl? He turned and froze while heat spread faintly across his cheeks.

The mystery girl's position showed every bit of fragility and vulnerability possible. One hand clutched her chest and the other was extended into a fist. Her skirt was hiked up and Sasuke could see the creamy whiteness of her long graceful legs. Sasuke could feel a discomfort begin to bubble from below. His gaze lifted to see her face mirroring the opposite of her body. She was smirking and her eyes were narrowed in annoyance and triumph. The discomfort grew as he unintentionally pictured himself caressing her face, his hand brushing her delicate cheekbones and her, melting into his touch. He guiltily pictured his other hand feeling her long legs, moving higher and higher until- His father's voice broke his reverie but did not break the urge that was pooling below.

"So I see you have come to like your new home…" His father spoke softly. He did not even sound angry at what she had done and in truth he was not angry. More amused. She focused on him and smiled. That smile sent shivers of pleasures through Sasuke but he did not show it lest anyone get the wrong idea.

"Oh, I adore it here. The service is great especially when that fool of a man found it necessary to touch where he shouldn't." She spoke. Again Sasuke felt the bloodthirsty rage at the now dead guard. What was wrong with him?

"I'm sorry to hear that. Perhaps we can come to an agreement, Miss…" He trailed off. Sakura was very reluctant to give her name. She did not want them to know too much. She decided to play with them.

"Why should I tell you my name?" she purred, teasing them. Sasuke was again hit with a wave of desire. He was beginning to love that voice. He could picture her screaming his name while he- NO! Snap to out of it Sasuke, he scolded himself.

"Because if you don't you'll end up like that man over there!" Karin hissed, trying to be threatening. She was not succeeding. Sakura only laughed. These vampires really are amusing, she thought. She took this time to scrutinize them. The older fellow was handsome but it was the vampire beauty. He was obviously the father to the young one next to him because they looked similar in their hair and eye color. Sakura did not bother to scrutinize the woman who threatened her. She only needed one word to describe her: slut. The boy on the other hand was different.

He was taller than her. He was lean and toned with the perfect amount of muscle for her. She did not like bulky men but she did not like lanky ones either. There had been men in her village but they did not compare to him. He had midnight blue hair that spiked in the back. It rather resembled the backside of a chicken. If she saw this man again she would definitely bring that up. He had onyx eyes that were deep and fathomed. He was all in all gorgeous.

A moment passed as they just stared silently, Sakura still with a smirk on her face. The two men were calculating what to do next. They were both stumped when they heard a noise behind them. Fugaku turned to see his eldest son Itachi.

"Father, the council is waiting. They need you there. Not Sasuke, as much but definitely you." He spoke quietly. Fugaku nodded and sighed while turning towards Sasuke.

"I will be going to meet with the leaders of the coven. In the meantime, lock her up and try and get some information out of her…" he said and then turned to the girl. "I hope you enjoy your stay with us." It did not sound sarcastic but slightly sincere. Fugaku saw potential in this girl. He could use it to his advantage.

As Fugaku and Itachi left, Sasuke turned back to the beauty in front of him. They locked eyes and electricity and heated desire ran through the air. He was going to know her name whether he had to resort to violence to get it. But he had to be alone first.

"Karin, leave us." He spoke in a monotone. She had better listen to him or she would be paying the price. But of course she whined like always.

"But Sasuke-kun…" she whined in a high-pitched voice. God, she was so annoying!

"Now!" he said with enough force to scare both her and the girl. They cringed simultaneously. At this Karin took the warning and started to back away but not before giving Sasuke a disgusting back hug.

"I will miss you, Sasu-chan…" she lingered. Sasuke felt like vomiting and he did not even know if vampires could vomit. Soon, Karin disappeared and the two were left alone. Sasuke stepped closer to the girl who gladly stepped back slightly. His hand reached out, so close to her and… he grabbed the door to the cage and slammed it shut. She jumped at the sound, clearly startled.

"What was that for?" she demanded. It had nearly given her a heartattack after all the tension in the air. Sasuke would not waste time. He chose the harsh and direct path.

"What is your name?" he spoke harshly. He did not mean to. He just wanted the name badly and he was not in the mood for teasing. Although Sakura was in the mood.

"Again, why should I tell you? What was it, Sasu-chan?" she said. She knew that it could clearly endanger her existence here, pissing off the leader's son but she did not really care. She had nothing left to live for. Sasuke was taken aback. All of a sudden, he rather liked the name 'Sasu-chan'.

Okay, he thought. Using force won't work so maybe flirting will work, he thought with excitement. Could he make her swoon?

He reached through the bars and took hold of her arm. And electric jolt shot through them. Feeling her soft skin aroused Sasuke in ways he had never been aroused. Sakura felt it too. His grip was firm and confident and his hands were soothing on her skin. They were better than the hands of the guard who tried to rape her. Sasuke leaned in and whispered to her.

"Won't you tell me?" he breathed seductively. Sakura blushed red and started to become dizzy. She felt warm all over and something was happening to her. There was a heat coiling in her lower stomach and pooling in a tingly sensation between her legs. But she quickly recovered yet still feeling that tingle. She smiled a lusty smile and batted her eyelashes once. Sasuke's breath hitched though he was not sure if she heard it.

"I don't feel like it Sasu-chan…" she whispered. Sasuke was about ready to pounce on her but he held himself back. He had to get her name. So he looked her square in the eyes and pulled her close. His voice was determined and somewhat desperate at the same time.

"Tell me your name, dammit!" he cursed. She was in control now and she wanted to play with him. She conceded but not without teasing further.

"My name is…" she began. Sasuke was eager, oh so eager. She smiled.

"It's…" she spoke. He leaned in further, closer.

"It's…" she repeated. Sasuke was becoming frustrated.

"It's none of your business…" she said plainly, deciding he did not deserve it. Sasuke was enraged. He wasted his time on this girl and she did not even tell him. He was beyond pissed. His sharingan, his family's kekkai genkai, exploded and he slammed the bars with his palm, bending a few. She flew back, her senses taking effect.

"What the fuck is wrong with you? I was just wasted my time waiting for you to tell me and you don't even do that. That is so annoying. You are so annoying." Sasuke fumed. Sakura just stood there with a blank expression on her face. He looked frightening and terrifying. And glorious too. Sasuke gave up and started to walk away. He only stopped when a voice beckoned to him on his way.

"My name is Sakura Haruno if you want to know so badly." The voice spoke. Sasuke turned and looked at her through her bars. She looked apologetic and all his anger melted away and his gaze softened.

"Sasuke Uchiha." He introduced. She smiled and his heart rate escalated.

"It was very nice to meet you Sasuke-kun."

"The pleasure is all mine."


KK: Done! That was so long!

Sakura: Yay! 3RD chapter done and Sasuke is safe from the dreaded corner.

Sasuke: Yeah but now I need the eyeliner and nail polish removed. Damn emo corner!

Author's Note: Sorry that it has been so late. High school is hard. But on another note I will be changing the rating to M because something's are not appropriate for T. Don't worry, it won't be kinky. Unless you want that. And in that case, I am officially scared. Okay! Bye!