The evening had been fun, very fun. There had been some flirting, loads of drinking, and just partying until they didn't feel like it anymore. It actually wasn't even that late yet, but Naruto had enough of the clubbing. There was this steady buzz flowing through his body, the remains of the alcohol still making his mind quite foggy. Of course the guy hitting on him and eventually giving Naruto his number had also been good. It had just been this casual flirt with no new intentions. Naruto wasn't really interested in anything anyway. He hadn't spoken to… in about a month now, but moving on so quickly just wasn't how Naruto did this. Didn't mean he couldn't go out and have some fun with his friends. Lee really was a maniac on the dancefloor, quite literally.
With this giddy feeling Naruto moved up the stairs to his apartment, feet bumping into the next step a few times, almost making him tumble over. Thankfully he wasn't that drunk. Otherwise he would've been hugging one of those cold stair steps now. Would be great in the morning. The neighbour's dog waking him up by either barking right in his face or peeing right in his face. Stupid little brat. He had never liked that little dog.
Trudging up the stairs had been a long road, and the alcohol had really started to weigh him down now. God, he wanted to sleep. Hadn't he been very energetic only a few seconds ago? That was until he started thinking about passing out on these stairs. Not his best move. Maybe he should think more about how Lee danced to Single Ladies. He really was rocking that dance for some reason and made him very loved among the other females. That was until Sakura got involved. That had been funny and had made Naruto bump into that guy. What was his name again? Maybe it was in his phone… Of course Naruto had named him "the rebound". Wait, no. That had been Ino. Why couldn't she have used a name? This complicates things! Better just sleep on it and maybe Naruto would remember in the morning.
Reaching the last step Naruto turned the corner to his apartment door and instantly saw a dark figure sprawled out on the floor. The flickering lights really did not help this situation. What if this was some kind of serial killer? What if this guy found out about Naruto's reading habits?!
Warily Naruto took a step forward, and then another, until he was about two feet away from the figure. A small suitcase was functioning as a makeshift pillow and a large black trench coat was draped over the body. Maybe he was dead. Great, then Naruto would have to call the cops and then would leave a statement on whatever happened here. God, he really was not in the mood for this right now. Could he pretend he hadn't seen the dead guy and just slip into his apartment? Oh no, he's groaning now. Not dead at least. Maybe it was a serial killer!
Dark eyes slid up from the dark figure and widened for a second when they landed on Naruto. Damn it, he was noticed! Could he still make a run for it? Yeah, right. Not with how well his legs were still working. Was he even still standing? Yeah, he was. And now he needed to take a leak badly. Oh, shit. The guy was standing up, groaning even more as if he were in pain. Maybe he was dying! Maybe the serial killer had fled the scene already. What if he came back to finish the job and Naruto was standing here like an idiot! He really needed to get into his apartment, like right now.
That was until the dark figure stood under the flickering light just right, showing off his handsome features, black eyes half lidded as sleep was dragging them down. Naruto knew that face, knew that face all too well. His heart swelled a little inside his chest, practically beating out of it. What the hell was he supposed to think now?
The guy had flown all the way over here. Great. But they hadn't spoken in more than a month and that guy right there had really screwed up. Had left Naruto in pain right after and had made no effort to reach out. Not that Naruto had given him that option, but that was beside the point. It had been good until that guy decided it was time to act like an ass. Numbly Naruto then just stared at Sasuke, while Sasuke just stared at Naruto right back. This hardly seemed like the way to fix things and honestly, Naruto didn't really want to anymore.
Keys jingling in his hands Naruto then stepped to the side and moved towards his apartment door, never saying a word to Sasuke. This at least was an excellent way to sober up. The alcohol seemed to have drained completely from his body now and he already started to miss the foggy buzz. It would've made this situation a lot easier. Opening the door Naruto hastily made his way inside and then just wanted to slam the door closed. Just slam it right in Sasuke's face and be done with it. Just give it a push and then it's over. But he couldn't. Of course he couldn't. Naruto had been raised to be polite to everyone and… it was fucking Sasuke. Who had flown all the way from Holland to here to… stand there like a dumb idiot.
So Naruto left the door open as a stupid welcoming gesture he really didn't want to give. In response he actually slammed his fist down on the counter on the left side, trying to get this frustrated feeling out. Flashing his angry blue eyes towards Sasuke, he could see the guy doubting himself. He was still lingering right outside the door, the welcoming gesture not as welcoming as Naruto had thought it would be. But Sasuke didn't deserve a fucking warm welcome. The asshole hadn't even said anything yet and then just expected Naruto would be all warm and loving? Fuck that shit.
Eventually Sasuke did step inside, dumping his suitcase right beside the door. His coat was draped over it, and then he just stood there again, staring over at Naruto. One of them would have to speak first and you would think Sasuke would have something to say, but the jerk was still silent. Was he being serious right now?! This could've been a great get together or whatever, if Sasuke just opened his fucking mouth. Where was the effort? What was the point even? Did Sasuke honestly expect Naruto would be all forgiving right away? It just pissed him off!
Slowly Naruto turned around, casually leaning back against the counter. His blue eyes slid over the figure standing in the door. Naruto could see the discomfort shivering through Sasuke's body, and it pleased him he had this effect on the guy. At least the idea came across. Sasuke was not forgiven for anything. But now it was time for Naruto to speak up. 'So why are you here, Sasuke?' he spat and then it took Sasuke far too long to even answer. Seeing those dark eyes do an innocent look. It made Naruto sick to his stomach. 'Why did you think it was a good idea to come here, huh?' And now he was starting to sound hostile, but he didn't give a fuck right now. 'Did you think it would be all fine again and we would just spend a few days in bed, fucking each other's brains out, and then you can leave again, satisfied and ready to ditch me?' There was the accusation. Sasuke had only been with Naruto to get into his pants and then dump him again, just like Sasuke's friend had said. Perhaps he should listen better to them.
And there was finally a response. The innocent look had turned into an angry one as well. Even Sasuke couldn't keep his cool when someone was going off at him like that. 'Yeah, that's exactly what I came here for,' Sasuke said sarcastically and then bit his lip, keeping another flood of words inside. Being the bigger man.
Fuck being the bigger man. Naruto didn't need someone to act all maturely now. He wanted answers. He wanted Sasuke to finally spill whatever he wanted to say, because there should be a reason why he was even here. 'Wouldn't surprise me. I mean you already had another before we even broke up. You don't really waste time, do you? How many have there been after me? Couldn't you just have fucked one of them again?' It was cruel, all so cruel, but Sasuke deserved it all. He deserved to feel the bit of pain Naruto felt before. Even the pain during their relationship.
'I didn't fucking cheat on you!' Sasuke called out, sending a heated glare Naruto's way. He then levelled his voice again, gritting his teeth to prevent himself from yelling again. Slowly he pushed the front door closed to prevent others from hearing the rest of their conversation, also locking himself inside effectively. At least Sasuke didn't want to just run, but actually held his ground and would face Naruto head on. Naruto could give him props for that. 'I would never cheat. I have never cheated on anyone before either, because it's fucked up.'
Alright, Sasuke seemed pretty sure about this, but Naruto would've let him off the hook so easily. Though he did become a little less angry. It was good to know Sasuke wouldn't cheat. 'What about that picture with your ex then? That one seemed rather intimate.' His tone wasn't as sure anymore, but Naruto just needed to know. He honestly didn't want to be the jealous bitch, but it had been something that had bothered him for a long time.
With a soft sigh Sasuke leaned back against the door and slipped a hand through his hair, pushing his bangs out of his face. The dim light in the apartment showed just the right amount of rough features in Sasuke's face. 'You met the guy,' Sasuke started, tone soft. One would think Sasuke would respond offended, but he actually didn't and explain quite carefully. 'He always tried to get into my pants whenever we run into each other. We honestly did just run each other in the club and by chance there was a photographer. I try to avoid him as much as I can, but I was unable this time. I really don't want anything to do with him, Naruto. I promise.'
That had been kind of comforting. At least Sasuke hadn't cheated on him. Now all the guy did was treat Naruto like garbage and have Naruto be in pain. Still didn't really make this a great position for Sasuke. 'So there was no one else. Then what did happen? Because as far as I could tell, you didn't want me anymore and now you're here.' The realness of the situation started to creep in. Sasuke was here and somewhere it made Naruto really happy. Sasuke was in his apartment and they would be able to hang out. But it wasn't so easy. Unfortunately.
A humourless chuckle escaped Sasuke's lips and for a moment Naruto felt attacked by it, until Sasuke started talking. 'Because you fell for an asshole who is not even worth your time.' Silence stretched between them for a moment as Naruto let those words sink in, but there wasn't much he could do with that. So because Naruto fell for an asshole, he had it coming or something? Slowly Sasuke pushed himself off the wall and walked towards the counter Naruto was leaning against. 'Look, I'm not really good at this and honestly I am scared to death right now,' he admitted, avoiding every bit if eye-contact possible. 'But I do really like you.'
Blinking up at Sasuke, Naruto let the words sink in for a moment. This would be all Naruto was getting tonight and it still didn't make things right, but it was late and figuring all this out right now would not work. 'Yeah,' Naruto eventually replied and pushed away from the counter, moving away from Sasuke this way. 'Let's just go to bed. You can sleep on the couch.'
'I'm sorry, Naruto.'
'I am too.'
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