So, umm... surprise?
I have extended this story to include one more chapter, cause honestly there was just so much that was happening, so after some humming and editing and reviewing, I needed to add more.
There are some feels here... umm.. will a tissue be recommended? Not sure... but a beverage always goes good with a chapter right!
Bear with me as I finish up this special tale for my good buddy. Love Thy is still going strong, just with work and life, it gets in the way of some good writing times.
kcisjohan, as always, this is for you, I appreciate how you put up with me everyday. My whining, complaining, my woe is me and so on. Heh... Anyhow, I know you weren't expecting this, but I know you will enjoy it.
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Naruto adjusted his tie for probably the hundredth time as he looked at himself in the mirror at his childhood home. It had been almost a month since he had coffee with Itachi and when Itachi invited him to a show at the Suntory Hall, he wasn't kidding when he said he would treat him. Itachi had texted him about the date and then sent him a picture of the tickets he had, in his box seat, which only the elite seemed to rent out. Even his own father wasn't ever in those box seats! He knew that attending the Suntory Hall was always a formal event, so he had on his suit and tie and winked at himself a few times as he got dressed. But the more the hour came near for Itachi to pick him up and take him, the more nervous he got.
He didn't know why he was so nervous, Itachi was a good friend, he continued to tell himself. It wasn't if they were going on a date! People did this all the time with their friends! He sighed loudly, running his fingers through his hair and then frowned at himself for messing up his hair.
"There is my handsome son," Iruka's voice came into the room.
Naruto flicked his eyes in the mirror to see Iruka standing in the doorway with a warm smile. Naruto grinned back at him and then pulled his collar and puffed out his chest. "Looks pretty good eh?" Naruto jut his chin out, giving his reflection a kissy face and a wink.
Iruka chuckled as he walked in to stand beside Naruto. He turned the blond towards him and straightened the tie gently. He looked up at Naruto, "you know I'm slightly jealous of you." He chuckled sheepishly.
"What? Why?" Naruto giggled in response as Iruka finished with his tie and patted his shoulders.
"Well you are going to Suntory with an Uchiha! They are practically celebrities! It would be an honour to meet one of them." Iruka had a stary look in his eyes while he talked. "But," he quickly turned his attention back to Naruto. "You have a good time and don't forget your keys." He gave Naruto a hug.
Naruto returned the gesture with a solid squeeze before releasing Iruka. "Thanks dad." He grinned.
Iruka left the room and Naruto looked at himself in the mirror again. He frowned. 'He won't be there, but should I ask about him? Is he alright?' Naruto knew that he should apologize to Sasuke after thinking about the situation that happened in New York, the sudden visit at his last performance. Naruto sighed when he heard a car honk outside. He quickly made his way down the stairs and slipped on his jacket and shoes. "Good night dad, I'm off!" he called out as he opened the door. When he heard Iruka call out he slipped out and quietly closed the door behind him.
A black Lincoln Navigator was rumbling quietly outside of his door. Naruto let out an appreciative whistle at the sight. A man dressed in a black suit came out from the driver door, trotted quickly around to the back door facing Naruto and opened it. He stood straight as a board and spoke, "Mr. Uzumaki." The man held his opened hand towards the opening of the door. Naruto's eyes widened slightly at the formal invitation to the vehicle but still stepped up to the door and looked inside.
"Naruto-kun, do come in," Itachi's silk deep voice floated through the interior.
Naruto smiled and stepped into the immaculate vehicle. He settled into the lush seat and smiled broadly at Itachi who sat across from him. "Nice wheels Itachi." His eyes took in the lavish interior, taking it all in while he buckled his seatbelt.
Itachi chuckled at the blond. "It has four wheels and it's spacious, that's all I require. We are ready," he called out to the driver and soon they were moving.
The two found themselves getting settled into their seats when drinks arrived. Naruto passed on the alcoholic drink and got a green tea, while Itachi settled for a soft wine. Naruto looked over the ledge at all the formally dressed people. "Woah, I've never seen it from this perspective before. The lights are always so bright and hot, that I can barely see people in the front two rows. And forget the viewing boxes, I can't see them while on stage." Naruto sipped at his tea and his blue eyes flickered all around the auditorium. "And the decor is wow!" Naruto whispered out excitedly. The structure had amazing arches throughout, looking modern but sleek and stylish. The massive pipe organ built into the one wall was an amazing feature itself, but the soft leaf-like lighting that hung from the high ceilings gave off an immaculate glow to the soft shades of cedar coloured walls. Four floors of seating stretched far back of the room, but Naruto guessed that even if one was seated in the far back, the music would still be amazing even if you couldn't really see the orchestra or musician. "The acoustics must be amazing no matter where you sit." Naruto nodded to himself as he continued to look about.
"It certainly has its charms. I do enjoy attending here. I am glad you agreed to attend with me, Naruto-kun," Itachi hummed out.
"So, umm, Sasuke doesn't come with you?" Naruto nervously whispered out. He peeked at Itachi to see his reaction.
"Hn, not often enough, in my opinion," Itachi hummed out while looking over the crowds below. He could see Naruto's nervousness and decided not to spook the lad too much by making eye contact with him.
The lights began to dim and a hush fell over the crowd. Naruto settled himself comfortably into his seat and watched the softer lights fall over the orchestra first. The evening began with the first of many musicians that would be playing on the stage tonight. Many were new, making their debuts on stage and a select few were returning, more seasoned artists.
At intermission, both men took a walk to stretch their legs and mingle in the more private area. Often the more elite were in their own area as not to be bothered by paparazzi, reporters and the general public. Naruto found himself talking to others easily, mostly individuals that knew his work and commented on it. He was actually glad to not be hounded by reporters and general overzealous fans while taking in the show. The lights began to flicker and Naruto found himself being led back to the box by Itachi.
Naruto and Itachi settled back into their box seats as the lights began to dim once again, signifying the start of the second half. The master of ceremonies came out onto the stage, Naruto recognized the man instantly from when he performed a few weeks ago.
"Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for joining us this far into the performances. Please give another round of applause for our performers of the first half." The audience applauded politely, a rush of noise coming from the hundred or so hands that clapped. When the noise calmed down, the master of ceremonies nodded and smiled, "and I would like to welcome now, our very own violinist back to Suntory Hall, coming back from his tour in America, Sasuke Uchiha."
Naruto felt a shiver immediately go through him at the man's words. Sasuke? Here? Wha-? Naruto's heart began to thump quickly as his eyes watched the graceful walk of the man, his black hair highlighted a deep blue in the spotlight, his cool skin tone looked magnificent in the soft lighting and the dark blue suit he wore hugged all his areas making him look stunning and exquisite. Naruto felt his breath being sucked out of him just staring at that stunning specimen of a man.
Naruto glanced to the side at Itachi, who was staring down at Sasuke with a small smile and clapping his hands together delicately. Of course he knew Sasuke would be playing tonight, but why bring me? Naruto clenched the arms of his chair when his eyes went back to the movement on the stage. Sasuke was nodding his head to the man before he set up his sheet music on the stand and began to adjust his body to begin his music. Naruto felt lightheaded suddenly and released a breath he didn't realize he was holding. His heart felt as if it was going to burst from his rib cage, but he ignored it, afraid that he was going to miss a moment of Sasuke.
Sasuke cricked his neck and shook his arms before placing the violin under his chin and running his bow over the strings to test the notes. After a few strokes, Naruto could practically hear that deep humming noise from Sasuke's chest, indicating that he was pleased at where he was at.
Sasuke nodded at the orchestra conductor and watched for the count. When Sasuke began to play, Naruto's breath shuddered as he heard the strings vibrate and a melody fill the room. Naruto immediately knew the melody as Sonata in A Major, a not too difficult piece and appropriate for the start of a set, well in his musician thoughts.
Naruto's eyes couldn't move away from the beautiful musician, Sasuke's body moved smoothly with the bow while it traveled across the strings. Naruto could see how much Sasuke took this very seriously, his muscles taut yet reflexed in time with the melody erupting from his instrument. The orchestra flowed around him, like waves of water, highlighting his sounds with precision and a natural flow that left goosebumps on his skin. When Sasuke hit those longful notes, Naruto felt the tears well up in his eyes, the emotions threatening to bubble up and release.
With every classical piece he played throughout his set, Naruto felt the heat in his chest swell, and after each classical piece ended, there were unmistakable sniffles in the audience, hushed gasps and applause. Naruto wasn't fairing much better, because this was what being a musician was about. Releasing your emotions, your soul, through your music.
"Thank you ladies and gentlemen," Sasuke's deep voice echoed through the hall after finishing several pieces. He bowed his head slightly to the audience as the bravos, applause rang through the air.
Naruto's hands clenched the box seat edges hearing Sasuke's voice bounce throughout the massive hall. His eyes watched every movement when Sasuke drank from a bottle of water that was brought out to him by a stagehand. Naruto could see the slight sheen of sweat on his face and neck when Sasuke tipped his head back, his lips wrapped around the bottle opening and Naruto found himself wishing deeply he was that bottle, just so he could feel Sasuke's lips once more.
Wiping his face with a hand towel, finishing off the bottled water, Sasuke handed them back to the stage hand and began to speak once more. "This next piece was brought to my attention when I found myself remembering times with someone that was precious to me," his voice softened at the end of his sentence. He brought his violin up to his chin, nodded at the orchestra conductor and he began to play.
Naruto's breath hitched and his mouth dropped open.
'It's Yiruma, I know it is, but why would-' Naruto's thoughts were cut off when he suddenly recognized which song Sasuke began to play. There was no doubt about it as the melody started off quick, high noted and gave a feel of lights dancing. Naruto bit his bottom lip to stop it from quivering. The melody sounded achingly immaculate coming from Sasuke's violin.
'Reminiscent, by Yiruma. A song that represents exactly by its name,' Naruto's breath trembled while thinking about the song. Naruto knew the song all too well, and he held his breath when Sasuke began to lower the sounds, the notes slowing, and the melody began to take on a sadness. Portraying a grief, as if dark clouds have moved in to swallow the sun, its beams and all the happiness that it represented. Sasuke's body language spoke volumes through Naruto's eyes, the mourning came through his movement, his song and Naruto felt a tear escape, slowly running down his cheek.
When the song was over, the polite applause and sniffles echoing through the hall, Sasuke nodded firmly to the audience before starting up again with his next piece. Once again, Naruto's breath hitched, as he recognized yet another melody by the same composure.
'Hope, yet another Yiruma piece,' Naruto thought to himself, wiping at the stray tear that escaped. His lips lifted to a small smile in the dimly lit area, hearing the familiar melody that started with soft notes that pushed at him, pushing feelings of trying to make him feel better. The music blended soft with hard tunes, eventually moving up to a sound that pushed out the positive emotions. As if someone had lifted his spirits, giving him that urge of positive energy and his insecurities were swept under the carpet. Another composed piece that lived up to its name for sure.
Naruto quickly stood and left the box quietly, ignoring Itachi's concerned call behind him. He knew what he had to do.
Itachi watched the blond's sudden exit and he frowned. He had worried that Naruto would leave as soon as he had seen that Sasuke was playing, but there was a glimmer of hope as Naruto seemed mesmerized as soon as Sasuke's name was mentioned and he became engrossed in the sounds that Sasuke released during his performance. He didn't follow, deciding that Naruto needed to find his own answers.
Sasuke bowed towards the audience while the master of ceremonies was speaking but he didn't hear any of the words. His performance took a toll on him mentally, the pieces he played, the onslaught of emotions that he didn't expect hit time like a bullet train. When he felt a hand placed lightly on his shoulder, he stood up, taking his cue that it was time for him to leave the stage. Again the master of ceremonies spoke, the audience stood yelling out bravo and applause, and Sasuke turned to give an appreciative nod to the orchestra before heading for the darkness behind the curtains. The spotlights weren't helping his headache.
Slipping behind the large curtain, he walked slightly slower, allowing his eyes to adjust to the darkness and rubbed one of his temples to help ease the pressure.
"Sasuke?"
A voice whispered out from a shadowed area that had Sasuke freeze in his tracks. 'That voice…' Sasuke didn't want to turn, he must be hearing things, his headaches often brought on sounds louder and he was certain that he misheard someone speaking somewhere. He let out a sigh and started to walk again before someone grabbed his wrist.
"Wait…" the voice whispered out again.
There was no denying it now, Sasuke stopped but didn't look behind him. The warmth of the hand slowly left his wrist, the soft heat now leaving its mark on his skin that raised goosebumps on his arm.
"I-I know I don't deserve this moment but…" Naruto's voice trailed off, sounding unsure.
Sasuke held his breath.
"I wanted, no-I needed to say-I'm s-sorry," Naruto breathed out from the darkness, a long trembling sigh escaping his lips.
Sasuke dared himself to turn around to face the voice he knew all too well. Naruto still stood in the shadows, his hands clasped together with his fingers fidgeting. His eyes were looking everywhere else but Sasuke, he gnawed on his bottom lip and his face was the epiphany of nervousness. Even with the shadows falling on his face and hair, the blond was still just as breathtaking as Sasuke remembered. And the man was now in a suit, before him, his thick hair styled somewhat and fell around his brilliant blue eyes, creating a frame that had his ocean blues stand out brightly, even if they appeared sad.
"N-Naru-what?" Sasuke sputtered out quietly in return. His mind was still in shock from what his eyes had presented him with. The exhaustion from his most recent performance, the oncoming headache that was making itself known behind his temples, the words the blond spoke hadn't sounded clear through his already clouded mind.
Naruto's blues flickered to look at Sasuke when he spoke and clouded over suddenly with sadness. "Look... I-I know I probably don't deserve, but I-you know...umm I mean what I said and-and I'll just go now." Naruto's lips pinched together in a frown but he still turned to walk away from the man, his heart aching from the rejection that was apparent. But there was nothing he could do about it. If Sasuke didn't accept it, well, it was done, he would move on.
Sasuke stood silent and still, his eyes watching the blond musician walk away from him and back into the shadows. Though his eyes watched, his mind was still in a cloud of mist, not processing exactly what had just happened. When he blinked himself back into the now, the blond had already disappeared. Snapping back to reality, Sasuke's feet began moving in the direction the blond left.
Naruto walked quickly out from behind the stage, heading straight for the nearest exit. His heart ached from the event that had just occurred, and tears threatened to spill. He bit his bottom lip in retaliation of the onslaught of emotions that were dangerously ready to release. Whipping out his phone, he sent a text to Itachi, thanking him for the night and informed him that he was taking a cab home. Most likely Itachi was going to wait for Sasuke, probably his ride for the night and after the rejection, Naruto wasn't prepared to face the dark haired man at the moment. He needed time to think, get himself under control and then maybe he could still be friends with the stoic Uchiha. It didn't surprise him when Itachi responded immediately if he was alright and Naruto once again said thank you, Itachi had already done so much and that he was alright. 'Yeah right,' Naruto scolded himself as he hit send. He managed to scoop a cab before it got to the front of the Suntory Hall and jumped in quickly, not hearing his name being called from the darkness behind him.
An hour later, the cab stopped at his childhood home and Naruto found himself in the dark and quiet home. Thinking Iruka was probably in bed already, he quickly tiptoed to the kitchen, intent on making himself a snack before bed. It was about eleven at night, he had last eaten before he left, which was hours ago and his stomach had protested that it needed nutrients by rumbling loudly as soon as he stepped foot in the kitchen. Flicking on the light, he noticed a sheet of paper on the table. Grabbing it up, he recognized Iruka's writing immediately.
'Gone to Kakashi's for the night, call me if you need me, if not, see you tomorrow.'
Naruto smiled at the note, it was nice to see that his father had someone in his life at last and hoped that he was truly happy. Tossing the note aside, he gathered up items for a sandwich, a bag of chips and went to the livingroom to watch some late night television.
Sometime late, a soft knock at the door had him squealing in fear and nearly spilling his snack. 'Who the fuck?'
Naruto tiptoed to the front door, hesitant in his steps, it was late at night after all, and a visitor at this time of night he was sure didn't happen on a regular basis when he wasn't home. Armed with his cell phone, 911 on the ready and all he had to do was press connect, he stood by the front door listening carefully. The knock came again and his heart felt as if it leapt into his throat.
"Who is it?" Naruto squeaked out, failing at sounding fearless and cleared his throat, deeply, before trying again, making his voice sound more sturdy and deep. "Who is it!"
"Can we talk?" the silky baritone called out in question from behind the door. Naruto gasped slightly at the sound. "Look, I know its late, but I had hoped-"
Naruto unlocked the door quickly, his fingers trembling in the process and slipping from the grease on his fingers left over from the potato chips. His stomach fluttered uncontrollably when he opened up the door to see the very man, looking just as handsome as he left him not a couple hours ago, still in his form fitted suit, his hair falling gracefully around his jaw line and those impressive eyes that always had him falling helplessly into its depths.
Those dark eyes looked upon him with a clear look of anxiety, as if whatever Naruto had to say next would make or break him. Naruto's heart immediately went out to Sasuke as he struggled to find the right words to say.
"Uhh…" Naruto's voice stuck in his throat as he tried to grapple a response to the stoic raven before him.
Sasuke's face hardened at the response and dropped his eyes, shaking his head. "Yeah, I understand," he breathed out and shoved his hands in his suit jacket. Without lifting his head, he turned on his heel and left the front step.
"Wait!" Naruto reached out and quickly grabbed Sasuke's shoulder. The raven stopped but didn't turn around but Naruto felt Sasuke's muscles tremble beneath his fingers. "J-just wait-please," Naruto pleaded.
Sasuke turned slowly, his eyes focusing on the hand on his shoulder until Naruto quickly removed it as if it burned. Naruto watched as those dark eyes focused on him, full of questions but also guarded. "Please, umm...come in," Naruto quickly stepped back to allow Sasuke entrance. His stomach lurched when Sasuke hummed and nodded in his familiar fashion, stepping through the door.
Closing and locking the door quickly and gently, Naruto stood facing the door for a moment, catching his breath. 'Friends, we can still be friends…I hope,' he chanted in his head and willing his heart to settle. Taking a deep breath he turned to face Sasuke, who was standing before him, looking straight back at him, as if waiting for Naruto to speak. Naruto quickly looked away as he ran a hand through his thick hair, a thick lump in his throat suddenly restricted his ability to speak. "Uhh…s-so, wha-"
The movement was so sudden and unexpected, Naruto's head smacked on the wooden door when Sasuke's face was suddenly so close to his own. Naruto could feel the raven's breath ghosting across his lips and those deep pools were wide and not wavering as they looked straight through him. Naruto didn't even know Sasuke moved, he was so swift and silent, but the excitement rippled through his body, something he hadn't felt since the last time they were -were-
"Naruto-" Sasuke breathed out, his eyes flickering from Naruto's eyes to his lips. "What do yo-"
Sasuke's lips were silenced immediately when Naruto's plump pink lips were pressed painfully against his own, hands gripping his hair tightly and forcing his head towards the blonds. Sasuke's breath was stolen as the blond's mouth was latched to his own, moving eagerly in desperation and the tongue was thrusting its way between his lips, seemingly seeking retribution, forgiveness-and Sasuke responded with vigor.
Sasuke pushed against the blond body against the solid wooden door, his own skin firing up instantly as it found the familiar heat molding into him, and he welcomed it fully. Sasuke moved his lips in desperation, tasting the blond's heated cavern, his hands moving quickly beneath Naruto's shirt, eager to feel the smooth tanned skin against his own fingertips. His fingertips brushed against the pebbled nipple of the blond and Naruto hissed out a moan and bit on Sasuke's lower lip unexpectedly. Sasuke growled out with desire and thrust his groin against the other, lowering his mouth to the blonds neck while his fingers pinched the pebbled nub in retaliation.
"Ahhh...f-fuck-"Naruto moaned out, his head slamming against the back of the door again while Sasuke's teeth grazed at the skin on his neck, just below his ear. His body trembled with the assault, his cock swelling from the pressure. "Sas'k, nghh...g-g-od fucking holy shit," he breathed out, his hands gripping the back of Sasuke's shirt trying to hold himself up.
"Fuck I've missed you," Sasuke growled out between bites, licking, suckling at Naruto's skin, retasting the sweet skin. He rutted up against the blond again, his cock pulsing out desire with each heated rub, fogging his mind in a lustful haze. His hands flipped down quickly, grabbing Naruto's ass, and lifted the blond's body slightly to adjust his rutting cock. His lips latched onto swollen lips once again when the blond lifted his legs and wrapped them around Sasuke's hips. Sasuke moaned into the kiss while pushing Naruto against the door, his lust being driven higher when hearing Naruto's whimper of desire vibrating through his lips and feeling the desperate grip pulling on his hair.
Stepping back from the door, a firm grip on Naruto's ass, and without breaking the desperate kiss, Sasuke turned and managed to find the few steps to the couch, the only light was the flickering of the television and it murmured slightly since the sound was still on. Sasuke didn't hear nor see the television, his eyes opened slightly only to make sure he didn't stumble into anything and take in the flushed skin of the blond man in his arms, that the light of the television reflected. Lowering them both slowly, his lips still moving and suckling on Naruto's he managed to sit on the couch, Naruto straddling his lap and rubbing his own confined bulge against his own.
Naruto's hands grasped the thick black locks of hair, pulling Sasuke's head away from his own and he now stared back into black ink lusted blown eyes. Naruto looked at every part of Sasuke's face, his fingertips running the length of Sasuke's jaw line, then ran his thumb along the glistening swollen red lip, his eyes watching his thumb trace the soft flesh slowly. He could hear Sasuke's panted breathing, "Sas'k...how, why?" he whispered out, licking his lips slightly, his other hand cupping Sasuke's cheek.
Sasuke brought up his hand to cover the blond's, his eyes holding blue steady, "I'm sorry too."
Naruto's eyes flickered to each black orb, his lips sucking in a slight gasp, "n-no Sas, it was my fault." He then shut his eyes and shook his head quickly but was quickly stopped when Sasuke cupped his chin and tilted his face back up to look directly at him. Black orbs were soft and kind when Naruto focused in.
"Naruto listen to me," Sasuke's soft voice sounded like velvet. "You were right to be upset. And I had no right," Sasuke took a breath. "To feel the way I did afterwards." Sasuke looked mournfully at the blond.
Naruto tilted his head, a look of confusion on his face.
"I-I wasn't really-kind Naruto," Sasuke whispered out and turned to look away, only to be stopped when a warm hand moved onto his cheek and pulled his face back to look into kind blue eyes.
"No Sas, I'm certain that I was to blame, for my outburst, my stupid irresponsible behaviour-that probably set you off thinking the way you did." He smiled warmly and pressed his forehead against the other. "And I'm sorry for how I reacted." Blue eyes were firm as they held the coal coloured eyes.
Sasuke just focused on those ocean coloured eyes, the words settling into his mind and a flutter of excitement bubbled up in his chest. Licking his lips, he puckered up to plant a soft feather kiss on the blonds lips, the heated sensation of those soft lips traveled to his chest, his heart thumping loudly in excitement, his emotions expanding with possessiveness.
Naruto responded to the soft feather kisses, moving his lips in sync with the other, his tongue teasing and tasting briefly at the other's lips. He heard himself moan lightly into the kiss, the vibrations sending waves of tingles down his neck and Naruto pushed harder, wanting to amplify those sensations.
Both men moved into the kiss, slowly, softly, feeling each other out, as if they were meeting for the first time. Sasuke ran his hands under Naruto's shirt, feeling the ridges of his muscles, the smoothness of the tanned skin. Naruto's fingers flowed through Sasuke's hair slowly, his nails dragging across his scalp and pulling gently at the thick locks of hair.
Breathing became heavier and their kisses became more hurried. Sasuke caught the blond's plump bottom lip between his teeth and Naruto moaned out at the assault and jerked his hips against Sasuke, the sexual pressure hitting his dick with such force his body shivered.
"Naru-" Sasuke hummed out and pulled away, his eyes looking into dark cobalt depths. "Wait...I-I can't do this, I need to -" he trailed off, trying to find the words.
Naruto tilted his head in confusion while Sasuke pushed himself back, away from him. He pulled his own hands back slowly from Sasuke's hair, letting them fall to his hips. He pinched his lips together in a frown. Was he moving too fast? Was he wrong to think that Sasuke still wanted him? He looked down, feeling rejected when Sasuke continued to look at him silently and he began to slip off Sasuke's lap.
"Wait!" Sasuke snapped, his hands clamped on Naruto's hips quickly to stop the blond from moving.
Naruto could see that Sasuke's eyes were wide with sudden fear. "Then what is it Sasuke?" Naruto breathed out and sounding impatient.
Satisfied that Naruto wasn't leaving his lap, Sasuke ran a hand through his thick hair and looked towards his satchel by the door. "I have something to give you," he flickered his eyes to the satchel once more. Naruto turned his head to look in the direction of Sasuke's eyes. Raising his brow in understanding, Naruto moved off of Sasuke's lap and picked up the satchel, bringing it to Sasuke and took a place beside the raven haired man on the couch.
Sasuke ruffled through the satchel and brought out a folder, clenching it in his hand and letting out a big breath. He held it out to Naruto, "here." He turned slightly to present it, seeing the curious look on that tanned face.
Naruto tilted his head before slowly reaching out to grab the folder. Pulling it into both his hands, glancing at Sasuke he saw the sincerity in those dark eyes and his face looking uncertain. Dropping his eyes, opening the folder slowly, his eyes met familiar markings. He snapped his head up, seeing the look of worry on Sasuke's face, "Sas-this is..." He ran his fingertips down the pages, seeing the familiar markings he had made oh so long ago. Fingers trembling, he flipped back a page, seeing the next one there, and the next and the next. His eyes welled with tears, relief and happiness raged suddenly through his mind and honestly he thought he would never see these pages again. He didn't know why he was so overwhelmed with emotion when a few tears escaped his eyes, leaving trails down his tanned cheeks.
"I was trying to find who they belonged to when I found them," Sasuke whispered out, running his fingers through his hair. "I j-just couldn't just leave them with anyone, not with how-amazing the melody is and-and I knew whoever created this, had to be a genius and full of sadness and sorrow." He pointed at the sheets briefly. "Please understand, when we, me and Itachi, couldn't find th-"
Naruto pushed himself at Sasuke's lips, silencing the raven immediately. He had dropped the sheets to the floor next to the couch after hearing the sincerity from Sasuke, the quiver that cracked through his voice as he expressed what Naruto honestly didn't expect to hear. Back at the Geffen Hall, his mind had brought up all the most negative scenarios possible when his sheets had gone missing, then to not have been turned in, and then finding Sasuke had them in his position, he shuddered slightly recalling his explosive behaviour. He moved his lips against Sasuke's, in desperation, wanting to express his gratitude, his emotions of relief, his exhilaration, and his indebtedness. He cupped Sasuke's face, almost frantically, hoping that the other man could understand.
Sasuke was shocked but quickly restored himself as his lips found a steady rhythm against the plump lips of the blond. He pulled Naruto's body close to his, his fingers running around the muscles of his back and the vibrations of Naruto's moans went straight to his cock. Though his body was feverish with desire and want, Sasuke yet again, pulled himself back. He looked at the tear stained face before him, those crystal blues shimmering with the tears that just fell and Sasuke cupped Naruto's cheek gently, stroking his thumb against the wet tracks. "Naruto...wait," Sasuke breathed out. Naruto blinked back surprised but held his stance. "I want to show you something." He tapped Naruto's thigh, signaling Naruto to lean back into his seat on the couch.
Sasuke reached and grabbed the folder from the floor and then slid himself closer to Naruto. Opening the folder, he placed it on both their laps and began to flip through the worn pages that Naruto had written before. His fingers slipped to newer sheets that were located in the back and he pulled them out. "I wanted to show you what-what came to me," he whispered out and spread out the sheets across their laps.
Naruto watched closely, as Sasuke pushed the sheets apart, so that he could see clearly what was written. "Sas…" Naruto's fingers gently turned a sheet so he could see the dots on the bar lines. "You-when, how did you-?" Naruto continued to run his fingers through the lines.
"I don't want you to be insulted, that's not my intention. But I felt it only fair I show you how it made me feel," he blew out, sounding unsure and just watching Naruto's fingers trace the notes.
Naruto said nothing, his eyes still focused on the papers on his lap, his fingers trailing through the lines slowly.
Sasuke held his breath, his eyes watching those tan fingers slowly move across the markings on each page, the blond's attention focused solely on the small scribbled black circles and lines. After several moments of silence, Sasuke placed his hand on Naruto's thigh, "Naru-?" A small wave of fear and sadness shot through him and escalated the longer Naruto didn't respond.
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So just a note about Suntory Hall. It does exist, but it doesn't have the box seats. The place is ABSOLUTELY gorgeous, and especially the huge organ in the back wall is just amazing! I think some box seats would be awesome to have, so I did add them in this story just so our characters could have some alone time...you know not mixed in with the rest of the crowds. The lighting in the area is most delectable and if you google the place, take a look at the pics, it is truly incredibly beautiful.
One more chap to go peeps, it should be up in the next few days, as it is practically finished, just putting on the finishing touches!