Disclaimer: I DO NOT
own Naruto or any of the manga series' characters.
Summary: Sakura's extensive drug abuse is slowly tearing her life apart; will
anybody be able to stop her before it's too late?
Author's Notes: Well, it's been about a month or so since I've even thought
about writing anything. I missed working on my story, but I've been so busy
with school, it's almost 11pm and I really should hit the hay…but I feel like
writing. Time to finally get to that Sasu/Saku action…ooh lala…SOOON!
Mwuahaha..now for the Sasu/Ino chapter. On with the story! Anything in [ ] = character's thoughts
Daijoube = are you alright…although im pretty sure I spelt it wrong ahha oh
well
Nande= why…(at least im pretty sure)
A cool evening breeze swept
through the quiet village of Konoha. It's amazing how the hustle and bustle of
the early afternoon died down to a silent yet peaceful nothing. Sasuke exhaled
a long, steady breath that he had unconsciously held in and tilted his head up
towards the twinkling lights in the onyx sky. His right hand slid into the
pocket of his black khakis, fiddling around with his house keys. He leisurely
walked down the dimly lit street continuously gazing up at the stars, clearly
in deep thought. Sasuke's tight mesh shirt exposed his muscular chest as he
swung his jacket lazily across his shoulder with his left arm. He was a sight
that could melt any woman's heart, and he knew it. Although the fact is, it had
never been important to Sasuke. He had finally found a girl that made him
exceptionally happy…yet terribly aggravated him at the same time. He just
couldn't understand it, but the feelings embedded in his heart are what kept
his and Ino's relationship going strong. Although Ino was good to him, recently
his thoughts had strayed and become engulfed with worry about his childhood
teammate, Sakura. He didn't want to admit it, but she had grown up to be a
beautiful and devoted young lady, her skills improved immensely and she had
finally fulfilled her dreams of being able to protect herself, and the ones she
loved most. But the past few days have been troublesome, Sasuke had not only
sensed the thick tension between himself and Sakura, but that there was
something off about her. Her expressionless face was a blank slate that lacked
any signs of emotion, something so unlike the expressive girl he had grown up
with. He worried about her, and it wasn't until recently he admitted it to
himself, much less Naruto. Bearing in mind the painful looks that Sasuke had
recently read upon Sakura's face, his heart squeezed with guilt. " Gomenasi
Sakura. I want to see you happy. What's happened to you?" the words were barely
a whisper.
"Sasuke-kun"
Sasuke
was shaken from his reverie and drawn back to reality upon hearing a
distinctive yet feminine voice repeating his name. His ebony eyes shifted down
towards the glimmer of blonde that caught his eye. "Ino" he spoke, a hint of
surprise was noted in his voice. The slim blonde gazed into his dark eyes that
were clouded with thought once again. [What's been on your mind Sasuke-kun?]
"Daijoube Sasuke-kun?" Ino's sultry voice echoed in his ears. "Aah. I'm fine
Ino-chan." Sasuke answered somewhat nonchalantly. Ino reached for his shoulder
with a gentle caress of her small hands and spoke " You're so close to me, but
lately it feels like you're a million miles away" Her blue orbs searched the
hazy ebony eyes of the handsome man in front of her, and she caught a glimpse
of sadness. Sasuke was not an easy person to read, but Ino knew when something
was on his mind. "You're worried about her, aren't you?" It came out as more of
a statement than a question than Ino had intended, but it certainly got
Sasuke's attention. Although he barely mumbled a response, Ino knew he was
trying to hide his emotions. Before she had the chance to say anything else she
heard Sasuke's low voice change the topic " Lets head to the restaurant before
it gets too busy". The blonde was about to speak up, but stopped mid-breath as
her blue eyes traced the cobble street. A weak smile appeared on her face for a
trace of a second before she nodded in agreement. [Nande? He always hides his
feelings from me] The lingering thought that Sasuke was truly in love with
Sakura had crept to the back of Ino's mind…
A
dim light gleamed through the tiny crevice of Sakura's bathroom door. The young
Chuunin sat on the side of the cold porcelain tub, her pale legs crossed as she
leaned forward, propping up her chin in the palm of her tiny left hand. Naruto had
gone home almost 45 minutes ago, after Sakura had convinced him that she could
take care of herself and spend the night alone. Although right now she wished
he were sitting by her side, keeping her mind off of the one thing that just
wouldn't stop harassing her conscience; Crystal Meth. Sakura's exhausted jade
eyes darted down towards the modest baggy that she had thrown on the tile floor
in front of her, it sat there taunting her will relentlessly. Her mind was
screaming no, but her body ached for the drug to take over. She brought her fragile and trembling hands
to her face and rubbed her eyes, letting out a frustrated sigh she shook her
head. [Iie, I won't let myself do this, not right now, not tonight] Without
another thought, she quickly peeled her torn clothes from her bruised and
exhausted body and stepped into the shower. A Burst of warm water beaded down
her soft flesh. Sakura tilted her head up and closed her eyes; pulling her
lengthy pink strands back with both hands she sighed once again, letting some
of the stress melt away with the warm water. A hot shower is definitely what
she needed. After exhausting her hot water supply, Sakura stepped out of the
shower into her steam filled bathroom and wrapped a white terry cloth robe
around her petite frame. She hastily brushed through her long locks then
brushed her teeth. Glancing at the mirror she couldn't help but scold herself.
[What have I become?] She could do nothing but question and criticize herself,
but before she let her thoughts dwell any longer, she changed into her pink
tank top and sweats, flopping into bed. As much as she wanted it, sleep would
not come to her tonight. The addictive substance still lay in a tiny baggy on
her bathroom floor…
Her tolerance had finally snapped. Ino gasped in shock at the terms Sasuke had spat out at her "What are you getting at?" her voice grew considerably louder as her blue eyes narrowed in irritation. Silence…
"Answer me Sasuke!" Ino
demanded, her face flushing with anger.
Sasuke
had suddenly become very aware of the whispers Ino's angered complaints had
roused. The dark haired chuunin turned to his fuming girlfriend and spoke with
an aggravated tone " Stop it Ino, you're making a scene"
"A scene? A SCENE? YOU WANT A SCENE?"
Ino frantically stood up from her chair and pushed it aside with ease. If there
was one thing Ino was good at, it was being a drama queen. Sasuke immediately
got up from his seat and motioned for Ino to calm down. "Calm down?" She roared
"All I've ever done is be good to you, all I've ever wanted is for you to open
up to me, and this is how you repay me? All you can do is be dark and
mysterious…brooding about lord knows what. I'm sick of it!"
Sasuke's
fists clamped shut as he inhaled sharp breaths through clenched teeth. [Keep
your cool Uchiha] "We need to go somewhere else and discuss this in private. I
do not wish that the entire restaurant be involved in our problem" he stated,
clearly embarrassed about the level of immaturity Ino was now possessing. "Our
Problem?!" the blonde's arms flailed in the air for effect " No Sasuke- YOUR
problem" she spat out coldly "I'm gonna let these people see what an
inconsiderate prick you are sometimes, HELL, I might as well have gone for
Naruto because he seems to know more about girls and communicating emotions
more than you ever will!"
Ino's last comment struck a nerve
with Sasuke, who's entire body stiffened with rage. His narrowed, onyx eyes
shot a look at Ino that made her blood run cold. Instantly, she regretted
letting her mouth get away with her. Her pale blue eyes widened and her bottom
lip started to quiver… "S-sasuke. I didn't mean...I...gomena-" but before she
could say another word, Sasuke's deep voice rumbled throughout the tiny
restaurant " I had honestly thought that you knew who I am and what I'm about.
You know nothing about me! You're obsessed with your looks and your superficial
life. Giving love a chance was a terrible mistake, but giving that chance to
you was even worse! I'm beginning to think I fell for the wrong woman…"
Sasuke's face had a fierce look upon it, it was almost feral with anger.
Ino's entire body trembled as she gaped in shock at Sasuke. [I fell for the wrong
woman] Her mind repeated his fuming voice over and over, and his angry
confession had confirmed Ino's worst fear; he was no longer in love with her.
She had sensed that something wasn't complete with their relationship, like
something was missing, but she denied those feelings from clouding her judgment
and continued to thrive for her and Sasuke's love. Somehow she knew that they
wouldn't last and it pained her to think that Sasuke's feelings for her had
crumbled into oblivion. She needed to end this now, so she wouldn't face the
tortured downfall of a slowly failing relationship. The spark was almost gone
and she was faced to cut its life short.
The attractive blonde drew in a jagged breath and closed her
eyes; she would not let a single tear roll down her cheek. Regaining her
composer she looked directly into the Uchiha boy's dark eyes before she
venomously spoke "It's over". Sasuke hadn't even had the chance to say anything
before Ino turned on her heels and walked away without looking back. Sasuke was
stunned. [Did she just…break up with me?]
AN: DUN DUN DUNNNNNNNN! CLiFFHANGER! Sorry that I gotta leave it at this..but I'll
be working on the next chapter ASAP. I haven't had the time to do a lot of
writing because of school, but I'll do what I can to use most of my spare time
to continue with this story. This chapter kinda sucked, sorry if I disappointed
anyone. Ahhhh next chapter :Sasuke visits Sakura! Ooh la la! Thanks for
reading!