Ya know, I used to think NaruHina fans were always hated and bashed on. But now I see it's the NaruSaku fans who are always getting bashed on. -_- I don't even know why people bash on other pairings... Well I can't really say that, it'd be hypocritical.

NaruHina fans are always complaining about how they get bashed on, and how they can't get two words in or else NaruSaku fans will bash them. But really, it's that NaruSaku fans can't get their two cents in. Same with SasuSaku fans, but to me those fans don't really count because that pairing is so ludicrous that I don't think it should even be in the Naruto fandom. But, there goes me being hypocritical again.

I'm not trying to be all self-righteous, but really the only pairing fandom that doesn't necessarily bash on other pairings (In front of whatever pairings face) is the SasuNaru fandom. I'm not saying that because i'm a SasuNaru shipper, but because it's kind of true. When I go look at NaruHina stuff the only pairing fandom bashing is NaruSaku fans. Vice-versa. And then, somehow, SasuNaru fans will step in and give their two cents, but they don't bash or anything.

*sigh* IDK. I'm just real tired of the bashing crap... I've said 'bashing' a lot, haven't I?

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I jolt and Sai's eyes widen. I step away from Sasuke in bewilderment, but lean against the wall when pain shoots up my leg. "W... What? Sasuke, you can't be serious?!" I finally shout. Sasuke stares at Sai, waiting for a response. Sai blinks. And blinks again. Once. Twice, three times. Then he stands. Sai gazes around my small apartment, then to Ignis (Who has been lying in the corner, the WHOLE TIME.). Then his eyes flicker to Sasuke. "And what makes you think i'd want to stay in a trashy place like this?" I ponder for a moment if I should take offence... No, it is pretty trashy.

A low rumble is heard from Sasuke. I'm not sure if it's a growl or sigh. "Look, I know you're already contemplating staying here. You don't really have much of a choice, in fact I don't remember giving you an option. You stay, then you live. You leave, then you die. I know that given the chance to back-stab Konoha, you'd take it and run with it. Ever since..." Sai throws Sasuke a pointed look. Sasuke continues. "Exactly. So, Sai. What's your answer?"

Sai once again looks around my apartment. He crosses his arms and settles his gaze on me. I try not to squirm under his look. His black eyes are just as intimidating and calculating as Sasuke's. While silence fills the room, my mind races with a million questions.

What's he going to say? If he says yes, where will he stay? I couldn't possibly cram another person in here, right? What will we tell Iruka?... If he says no, will Sasuke really kill him? What do we do with the body?... OH MY GOD! I'M CAN'T COMMIT MURDER! THAT'S A SIN! WHAT'S WRONG WITH ME?!

Sai slowly raises his arm. When he stops, he's pointing directly at me. "I remember now." Confusion washes over me. "Yes..." Sai makes eye contact with Sasuke. I look up, and i'm shocked to see that Sasuke's eyes are burning with rage. "I see, Sasuke-kun. Hmm... How sweet. I can't believe I forgot that he-," "What's your answer Sai..." Sasuke's voice is cold and laced with malice. Sai tilts his head, thinking. He taps his fingers against his forearm absentmindedly. "This is all going by very fast, Sasuke-kun..." Sai murmurs. Sasuke crosses his arms. After a few minutes, a few agonizing minutes, Sai speaks. "Is it okay with Naruto-kun?"

I'm shocked, and it's all I can do not to say something stupid. I had thought that this decision was going to be made without my consent. "Uh... You want me to make the choice?" So much for not saying anything stupid. Sai nods and waits patiently. "Um... Well...," Well, what? I look up at Sasuke. He's watching me with a blank expression, but something flashes across his eyes. I have the feeling he's trying to tell me something. I frown a little. Sasuke's head tilts down just a little, and then back up again. So there's my answer, I guess. "... Yes. You can stay here." Sai smiles his fake, weird smile that bugs the crud out of me. "Then I guess we're now roommates, Naruto-kun!"


"Excuse me, but do you happen to know where to find Sasuke Uchiha?"

I clumsily turn around, setting my chin on top of the books i'm carrying to keep them steady. I scan over the girl in front of me.

She's got long red hair that goes down to her waist. She has a grey/purple jacket on, that cuts sort of in the middle of her torso, exposing her stomach. Black shorts, and long boots finish the outfit. When my gaze lifts back up to meet her eyes, I notice something... They're red. Her eyes are red.

My breath hitches and I sort of stumble back a little. She frowns, light gleaming off of her glasses. "Are you deaf? I asked you a question." I blink at her bluntness. "Um... Oh, Sasuke. Yes, he's staying with a friend of mine." "And who would that be?" Her voice is scratchy. Even a little husky. "Uh, um...," She lifts a brow. For some reason, I want to punch her in the face... "Naruto Uzumaki. He goes here, same with Sasuke. If you want to see them, go look for them yourself."

With that stark remark said, I turn on my heels and start to walk away.

I hear her boots heels clicking behind me. With a sigh I turn my head to her. "Look, I don't know why you want to see Sasuke, but there isn't anything more I can do." She keeps walking until she stops directly in front of me, our noses almost touching. "Look, pink-head I don't have time to waste. Where's Sasuke?" I feel a twinge of jealousy. Why does she even care where Sasuke is? "I told you, with Naruto-," "And who is that? What, are you going to leave me with nothing? Take me to them!" I have to bite my tongue from cursing. Get a hold of yourself, Sakura... I clear my throat and shrug up the books in my arms. "You want me to take you to them? Sure. But, there's a price. Carry these books for me." A defiant gleam starts in her eyes. She snorts and reaches for the books. I pull back a little. "Careful. They're heavy." I drop them in her arms and she starts falling, barely catching herself. She looks up at me with wide eyes. "What's in here?! Weights?!," I clasp my hands together behind my back and give her a closed-eye smile, forcing a light blush on my face. "Hm? I warned you, they were heavy!"

I turn on my heels and start walking, a smirk forming on my lips when I hear her muffled groans.

Sakura: 1. Weird girl: 0.

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After walking a few miles, we finally arrive at Naruto's apartment. I check my watch. 10:37 p.m. Naruto's going to wonder why i'm here so late... I look behind me at the girl again. "So what's your name?" I can't believe I haven't asked until now. She sets the books on the ground, gasping for breath. Once she gets a few deep breaths, she mutters. "Karin." I blink. "Is that all?" Karin rolls her eyes at me. She points her chin to the apartment building. "Is this it?" I nod. "Which room?" I take a quick glance at the books before bounding up the stairs. Karin follows, right on my heels.

I knock three times before clasping my hands behind my back again. I start to hear footsteps and furious whispers, before Naruto opens the door. His eyes widen in shock. "S-Sakura? What are you doing here...," I smile and push past him, turning to were i'm walking into his house, but facing the door. Basically walking backwards. "I brought something for you and Sasuke!," Naruto looks back out the door. Karin stands there, arms crossed. She's tense. Embarrassed even. Naruto gapes slightly, and then making up his mind, opens the door even wider. Karin walks in, nods her head at him, and then continues into the home.

Naruto closes the door and stands next to me. "Um... What?" I shrug and go into his kitchen. Naruto follows, his bare feet pattering on the tiles. "Who's the girl?" He asks me, watching as I rummage through his kitchen. I barely glance at him. "She wants to see Sasuke." "Sasuke?... Could this wait for another time? Uh, we're busy and-,"

"SASUKE-KUUUUUUNNNNNNNNNNN!,"

Naruto and I jump at the loud, long screech.


"Karin! Get off!," I try to shove the girl, but she's managed to get an iron grip on me. "Sasuke-kun! I missed you so much! Did you miss me? The others are on their way! Don't worry we'll get you out of this nasty apartment!"

"Ugh... I know my apartment isn't the best, but do you have to say it like that?!," Karin looks to the door, and I push her off. Naruto arms are crossed, and Sakura is looking over his shoulder, her hand on his arm. "So... I take it you two know each other well?" I'm happy to hear the spite in Naruto's voice when he asks. Karin sniffs and nudges her glasses higher up her nose. "Sorry, Uzumaki-kun." Naruto blinks at the honorific. "Um... it's fine...," He mumbles. Sakura looks Karin up and down, and then catches my gaze. Defiance glows in her eyes. I don't know what she's defiant about.

Naruto steps further into the room, Sakura right behind him. Her hand stays on his arm... "So...," Naruto says, breaking the awkward silence. "What's this all about?" Karin clears her throat and messes with her cuffs on her sleeves. "Yes, well. Uzumaki-kun, I hate to be of any inconvenience to you, but...," We all wait patiently to hear what she has to say. Karin looks Naruto dead in the eye.

"I'm taking Sasuke-kun with me."

Sakura starts to laugh.

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AND BURNN IT TOOO THE GROUND!... I was watching this ItaNaru SasuNaru AMV, with the song Burn it to the ground by Linkin Park. It was, really good.

Sasuke: Don't you have anything better to do?

Me: Uh, nooo. I have no life. LOL, JK Sasu-chan.

Sasuke: ... Never once, in your entire Naruto loving life, have you EVER called me by anything other than Sasuke and Buttface.

Me: Yeah well. So?

Sasuke: What's wrong with you?

Me: I'm trying to like you!

Sasuke: Well don't. It's fucking weird.

Me: -_- Fine teme. Review... please... Oh and, sorry for the shortness.