Sparrow

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Chapter 35:

'Think Suzume, think,' I thought to myself as the bed loomed before us, only ten feet ahead. 'What are my options? I don't have any chakra to manipulate light or do any ninjutsu, and I'm too exhausted for taijutsu. Hell, I'm too exhausted to even move a finger. And I'm not too big on letting Kuragari take over my body. Who knows how many innocent people I'll kill? Gosh darn it, what can I do?'

My thoughts were cut off as Hitomu set me on the bed. He was on top of me in an instant, straddling my hips. His weight knocked the breath out of me; it was difficult to breathe. My breathing hitched as his mouth moved to the base of my neck, his eyes always on mine. He bit down softly, and I gasped as pleasure coursed through my body. I hated feeling like this. I was so vulnerable...so...weak. Hitomu smirked at my reaction. I closed my eyes, not wanting to look at him. To see him. I wanted to be anywhere but here. Sasuke's face appeared behind my eyelids, his beautiful face haunting. His eyes piercing mine in disappointment and disgust. My heart clenched painfully in my chest and tears sprang up in my eyes and drizzled down like rain.

"Now now, what are the tears for?" Hitomu asked, wiping a stray tear from my cheek. "You don't like this? Just let yourself go. Relax. Enjoy the sensations that you're feeling."

I glared at him, hatred stirring in the depths of my stomach. I wanted to kill him. To make him suffer for what he's doing to me.

"Burn...in hell," I whispered tiredly.

He chuckled. His hand drifted towards the hem of my borrowed shirt, then slid up, taking the shirt with it. My breathing became slightly more pronounced as I began to panic again, but I couldn't ignore the trail of fire his fingers left on my skin. Before I knew it, my shirt was gone. His lips kissed my throat as his hand went down to my pants. He quickly peeled them off. I was only in my bra and underwear now. The air was freezing, leaving goosebumps racing across my skin. Hitomu rubbed my thigh, his eyes full of lust. I wanted to choke him. I closed my eyes, wishing this wasn't happening. Wishing I had the strength to move; the strength to do anything at all. More tears traced down my face as I struggled to move my limbs, trying my best to ignore the feelings he's causing. Trying my best to escape within the depths of my own mind.

Suddenly, I heard chirping sounds. I resisted the urge to look to the door; instead I waited. Hitomu looked to the door, his eyes widening slightly. In my peripheral vision, I saw Sasuke's chidori sword speed towards Hitomu. He moved slightly, preparing to get out of the way. I decided what I must do. I want him to die. Right now.

'Please Kuragari,' I thought finally. 'Just enough...to hold him...'

Kuragari sighed in my mind and I felt strength filter into my muscles. I grabbed Hitomu's shirt just before he leaped away. My eyes glowed crimson, and I was hit hard with an undeniable blood lust. I could feel Kuragari begin to get out of control. It was difficult to control this monster...this killer instinct. Everything screamed at me to kill him.

Sasuke's chidori pierced through his shoulder and embedded into the wall. Blood splattered onto the sheets, onto my skin. I glared deep into Hitomu's eyes.

"As I said," I whispered just loud enough for him to hear. My voice was smooth...dangerous. "Burn in hell."

With those words, I was about to ram a clawed hand through his throat. However, Sasuke's voice stopped me.

"Wait."

I looked over at the Uchiha, my eyes betraying an intense anger. My emotions dissipated as I saw the look in his eyes. His eyes were full of hatred. Full of murder. They had a sadistic gleam in them that sent even this demon heart racing. His aura left me stunned. Sasuke was at the bed now, his Sharingan swirling.

"What does this woman mean to you?" Hitomu asked between clenched teeth. He hissed in pain as Sasuke moved his chidori sword, edging it deeper into his shoulder.

Sasuke glared into Hitomu's eyes, and black flames suddenly consumed the latter. Hitomu screamed in agony as the dark flames scalded his skin. It was slowly eating away his life.

"I don't need to explain myself to you," Sasuke said coldly.

I was stunned. Kuragari's power drifted away from me as I stared dumbfounded at Sasuke. I looked at what was Hitomu. Now he was nothing more than a pile of ash. I gulped. Burning was definitely the worst way to die. I looked at Sasuke again, the scent of fresh blood drifting its way into my nose. Blood seeped down from his left eye; he appeared to be crying tears of blood. His eyes were back to their onyx color, and trust me, they held no sorrow or regret for the life taken. My eyes widened as another wave of blood lust nearly engulfed me. I bit my lip, forcing the feeling down. Sasuke turned to me.

"You okay?" he asked, finally turning to me.

I nodded, but regretfully lost all sensation in my limbs.

"Umm...Sasuke? Can you please...not...bleed in front of me?" I asked, my breathing coming out in gasps.

Kuragari's power fluctuated inside of me. I could feel her shifting within my my soul. Within my mind. I felt insane, on a high, and I didn't want to get down. I wanted to kill. I wanted for the sky to rain blood. But more than anything, I wanted to protect Sasuke from myself. I can't afford to lose control. I don't want to hurt him. I bit my lip. Hard.

You're becoming more and more like me, Kuragari said smugly.

I bit my lip harder; I couldn't help but watch as Sasuke brushed aside the blood that trickled out of his left eye. I wanted his strength. I wanted his blood. I gulped, trying in vain to subdue the burning in my throat. Damn it. It's too late. Even that measly amount of power proved too much in my weakened state. I don't have enough of my natural energy to suppress Kuragari like I'm supposed to. And my soul...felt weak. Darn it. I didn't feel like even trying to move right now. A part of me didn't want to repress Kuragari. That part wanted her power. I mentally shook my head and forced Kuragari's power and blood lust down. Thankfully, my blood lust receded.

"Can you move?" Sasuke asked, leaning closer to me.

His scent sent another desire swirling inside me. A more basic desire that left my hormones raging. Being in only my underwear didn't help.

"Help me...put my clothes back on..." I finally, unwillingly muttered.

I feel like a pervert. My face felt red, like a tomato. Sasuke smirked and picked me up, bridal style. His eyes scanned over my body and my face felt hotter, if that was possible. His eyes went back to mine. A sexy smirk was plastered on his face. My heart beat resonated in my ears as he leaned down. Excitement shuddered through my body. Damn, if only I could move. Sasuke's face was mere centimeters away from mine, when he turned away. His eyes held an unusual playfulness, with just a hint of concern. I scowled, my blood swishing in my ears. My heart pounded in my head. I felt like a fool.

"You're teasing me," I stated flatly. "Jerk."

He chuckled quietly. I sat stunned in his arms for a second, then grinned. Looks like I'm at least shedding some light on my favorite Uchiha.