Disclaimer: Don't and never will own Naruto or any of the songs that I will use for this fic :D
Title: Deranged Melody
Rating: M for drugs, alcohol, foul language, and lemons. XD
Plot Summary: Uchiha Sasuke was a vocalist who was in the verge of self-destruction. He then meets an actor that changes his life and turned it around in ways he didn't expect it. Will his dying melody change into a burning passion? Or will he stay cooped in the dark shell he created, and lock himself away forever?
Sorry for the long wait... Schoolwork is really piling up.... :(
"Sasuke… You're awfully quiet… Anything bothering you?" Kakashi asked as he looked from his rear view mirror.
Sasuke was seated at the far left of the back seat, his chin rested on his palm as he looked outside the dark streets of Tokyo. The raven was indeed rendered speechless after his last song of the night. Even though Kakashi was used to his silence, Sasuke was never like that after a gig. He was never mute after playing with all his heart- may it be releasing stress or just plainly performing. Naruto, who was seated on the other end of the backseat, looked at the raven. He wasn't one who would be concerned of the other's welfare, but he was just plain curious.
"Hmm…" Sasuke just replied
"Think you can talk the shit out of him, Naruto?" Kakashi said, averting his eyes to the blonde
"He can stay mute for all I care… The more quiet he is, the less migraine I get… So basically, this is working out to be my advantage…" The blonde said, shrugging his shoulders
Naruto looked to the side. Truth was he was a bit concerned of the diva. During the start of the song, he delivered a powerful performance. But somewhere in the middle, everything changed. It was like the song was already intended for someone. Or that someone from the crowd had triggered something within the raven. Though he was seated in the far end of the club, he could easily sense the extreme uneasiness of the raven.
"Sasuke… It would be better if you tell everyone what's going on in your train of thoughts. It would make you and everyone feel better…" Kakashi said as he turned to the curb of Naruto's house, dropping the two youngsters home.
Sasuke was the first to step out of the car. With his guitar slung on his shoulder, he immediately made his way into the house. Naruto just rolled his eyes as he saw his new housemate eager to step in. But, just before Naruto walked away from Kakashi's car, the silver hair man's voice came booming in. Naruto turned around, only to find much seriousness in the older man's face.
"Naruto… I didn't know if you noticed… But Sasuke's performance suddenly dropped midway of the song…" Kakashi began
"I noticed… And I really wonder why the sudden change…" Naruto replied, leaning closer to the open car window
"I think it has something to do with his past… The past that he refuse to share with me…"
"This will be tougher than I thought… Why does he have to be so damn stubborn? Damn… If there's only a way to make him talk…" Naruto whined, scratching his head
"Sorry to make you go through this…"
"No… It's ok… He's my co-actor after all… Even though I hate him so much, I still have to help him…"
"Again… Thank you Naruto…"
The blonde stepped back as Kakashi rolled up his window and drove away. Naruto then walked up to the door, opening it for the raven and letting the other step in before he walked in and locked the door behind him. Sasuke quickly walked up to the kitchen while Naruto decided to lounge by the living room. He slumped himself on the couch before turning on the TV and surfing through the channels.
"And the latest news is just in… World famous band, Akatsuki is going on a World Tour commemorating their 15 years in the industry. Akatsuki's first stop is here in Japan. They arrived at the airport this morning and will be holding a press conference tomorrow morning." The report started. "Here we have the band's manager, Tobi. Anything you can say for us, Tobi?"
"Yeah! Look out Japan! Akatsuki's will take you by storm! It's a special request from our new guitarist, who will make his debut this world tour, Itachi! Wave to them, Itachi!" The enthusiastic masked manager said, holding the microphone in a sort-of-idiotic way
"Tobi… Please, get a hold of yourself…" The orange haired man behind him said, tugging the eager manager by his collar.
"Sorry, Pein. I'm just so hyped up!"
"And there you have it! Like what Tobi had said… We better look out for Akatsuki's 15th year concert. Tickets will be on sale starting next week. Better grab one early or there won't be any left." The reporter said, bidding goodbye with her signature wink.
Naruto's enjoyment of the news was suddenly interrupted by a loud clattering sound from the kitchen door. When the blonde turned to the direction of the noise, he saw the raven, pale as a ghost with glass shards on his feet. Naruto quickly got up and went to his side. He pulled Sasuke away from the mess before checking for any cuts or injuries. After he made sure the raven was unscathed, Naruto got the broom and swept the glass pieces.
"Mataku, teme… You scared me…" The blonde said while cleaning the floor. "What happened anyway?"
But there was no response. Sasuke just averted his head from Naruto's direction and stepped back, taking the long route and running up his room, locking himself there. The blonde was left dumb folded, following the raven with his eyes. Naruto knew that Sasuke's actions were already strange from the beginning. But, with what's currently happening, something is up… And Naruto will make sure he finds out what's happening.
This can't be happening… This can't be happening…
Sasuke's thoughts rang in his head a thousand times. He already took two shots of heroin, but his adrenaline is keeping him from collapsing. He took a cigarette and popped it his mouth, lighting it and huffing the stick, half finishing it. He exhaled with pure frustration as he paced around his room. His hands were on his temple, rubbing them as the headache was starting to throb again.
Shit, shit, shit… How can this be??? It's not true… But fuck… That can't be an illusion…
"Sasuke…" A knock from his door came along with a familiar voice. "Are you ok?"
Leave me alone, you stupid blonde!
"I guess that was a stupid question to ask… Anyway… Kakashi messaged me earlier to remind us of our shoot tomorrow… We can go there together if you want… Just give me a knock on my door tomorrow morning… Right… So… Uh… Good night then…"
He heard footsteps walking away from his door. Sasuke sighed loudly as he finally slumped down on his bed with his cigarette still on his lips. Lazily, he scrunched the cigarette in his hand and threw it to the trash bin. He didn't want a repeat performance of what happened on his flat. It was not in his own house and if ever Kakshi found out he destroyed another innocent home, surely, he'd flip. And frankly, Sasuke did not want that. After throwing the cigarette, he closed his eyes, lulling himself to sleep.
When can I find peace? Why is it that you have this effect on me? Niisan…
Two boys were walking side by side with the taller one holding the smaller one by the hand. Smiles were wide across their faces. As they approached their home, their parents were by their house gate, welcoming the two in their humble abode. The smaller one suddenly fell down flat on the ground. The taller boy then kneeled down, helping the younger one on his feet. He brushed the dirt off the soiled clothes and checked for any cuts and wounds.
"You better be careful, Sasuke." The taller boy said, standing up and lifting the smaller boy, letting him ride on his shoulder.
"Arigatou, niisan…" Sasuke said, holding onto his brother's hair. "I want to be like you niisan when I grow up. I want to be as smart and as strong as you!"
"You will Sasuke… Eventually… Maybe you could even surpass me..."
"No… I couldn't. Niisan's the best… The best in the world!"
Both of them laughed as they made their way into their home. It was a picture of a perfect family. But all of a sudden, the background became dark and Sasuke found himself all alone in the black abyss. A tall figure then came out from the darkness with bloodshot eyes and a sadistic smile. The young sasuke stared wide eye in horror. He tried to run, but everywhere he went, he still saw the same image. Two arms clasped around his waist. When they pulled out, Sasuke's clothes came with it.
"Stop… Don't come any further…" Sasuke's young voice echoed. "Stop… Stop… STOP!!!!!"
Onyx orbs flicked open. Cold sweat covered across his forehead and his breath came in short and strong. He sat up, resting his head on the palm of his hand. He mentally tried to calm himself down, but the loud beating of his heart kept didn't help at all. He then stood up, grabbing a pack of cigarettes and his iPod before walking to the window and sitting on its stilt. He plugged in the earphones and raised the volume on maximum.
"Forgive, sounds good
Forget, I'm not sure I could
They say time heals everything
But I'm still waiting
I'm through with doubt
There's nothing left for me to figure out
I've paid a price
And I'll keep paying
I'm not ready to make nice
I'm not ready to back down
I'm still mad as hell and
I don't have time to go round and round and round
It's too late to make it right
I probably wouldn't if I could
'Cause I'm mad as hell
Can't bring myself to do what it is you think I should"
"Ugh… Karin's voice sounds horrible than usual…. Or I guess it's just me…" Sasuke said to himself as he finished the cigarette between his lips.
He glanced to the digital clock on his bedside table. As soon as he saw the flashing red neon numbers of 5:30 AM, he groaned loudly and laid back again on the plush bed. He flipped on his bed, trying to get into a comfortable position. But, no matter how much he tries to turn, he just couldn't go back to sleep. Finally, he decided to get up and take a cold shower. But just as he was about to get in, a loud knock on the front door stopped him from his tracks. When Sasuke opened it, he stared at the person and immediately slammed the door shut.
"Well, that was rude…." The person said, opening the door and letting himself in. Sasuke, however, just went straight to the refrigerator and rummaged for some breakfast in it.
"I just got an awesome deal for you!" Kakashi said, smiling as he slumped down on the couch. "I asked Akatsuki if Hawk can play alongside them in their concert. And well, they agreed! Sweet isn't it? Damn… They have the biggest band I have ever seen. There's the lead guitarist Itachi and Kisame, their drummers Deidara and Sasori, their bassist Kakuzu and Hidan, their keyboardist/DJ Zetsu and their vocals Pein and Konan…"
But, even if the silver haired man was blabbing nonstop, Sasuke's hearing seemed to have gone down the drain. He couldn't hear anything let alone focus on anything. His mind suddenly went blank – like everything was being sucked up into a black hole.
"Sasuke? Sasuke? Are you alright? Why are you so damn pale?" Kakashi asked. "Answer me, Sasuke!!!"
A/N:
The title of the song is "Not Ready to Make Nice" by Dixie Chicks
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