And He Bled Crimson
By: Lost Nin
Disclaimer: There's no way in the world I can ever be as creative as Masahi Kishimoto, so in other words.... not mine in any way shape or form.

A.N. Here's the chapter that seemed to take forever to write, simply because I wasn't too sure if I wanted to put poor Sasuke in the situation I put him in. It took a lot of time to decide, then it took the time to write on top of trying to find the time to write. Which I still say is no excuse to making anyone wait. I apologize.

I have been so hooked on reading the manga... well I'm in the group of lackeys that sit anxiously by their computer on Fridays waiting for the current release of the Naruto manga. I am glad the current arc has finally come to a close, and I am absolutely satisfied with the outcome. Can't wait to see what Kishimoto comes out with next.... so far it seems very interesting.

Chapter 6

He could feel his flesh being kneaded, fingertips pressed in painfully before a pair of palms flattened against his skin. The pair of hands worked his muscles, causing his flesh to burn from the constant attention of the masseur. A familiar voice, one that made his skin crawl, spoke up.

"I see that you have finally woken, Sasuke-kun."

His eyes felt groggy as he slowly opened them, focusing on the face that was before him. Dark eyes behind equally dark rimmed glasses stared back at him. 'Kabuto'

With a snarl, Sasuke swatted the hands away that so affectionally touched him. It made him sick to his stomach to think it wasn't whom he desired to be touched by. He had hoped, when he woke up, he would be greeted by a pair of bright blue eyes and a smile that could melt the coldest of hearts.

"The neurotoxin Kimimaro gave you nearly killed you, it reacted with the curse badly. Your muscles will lock up without stimulation, I suggest you get up and move around yourself if you don't wish for me to continue."

Sasuke glared at the slightly older man standing next to his cot as he sat up and looked around for his shirt. The movement of the muscles in his face caused him to flinch in pain. He slowly reached up and touched his aching jaw and cheek on the left side. It was swollen a good size and probably made him look unappealing but it was worth it. He found his heart racing in excitement, Naruto was alive! And the blonde had given him one hell of a shiner. Sasuke smirked as memories of times that seemed so long ago flashed in his mind. He and Naruto had many quarrels over the years that resulted in a black eye or two.

A flash of blue chakra balled in Kabuto's hand caught his attention just as the medical-nin made an attempt at healing his injury. Acting quickly, Sasuke kicked the older man, sending Kabuto to crash into the Kimimaro's cot behind him. He couldn't help but smirk at the shocked expression on the others face.

Kabuto glared as he stood up and pushed his glasses back into place. "Sasuke-kun, Orochimaru-sama...."

"I don't give a shit." He spat at the four-eyed lackey.

He could see Kabuto's eyes widen in surprise. He hadn't been this defiant since he tried to kill himself all those months back. Sasuke scrunched the sheet that was under him in anger, he had made a mistake coming to Orochimaru. The sinister snake had lied to him from the beginning, but he had expected that at the time. He had been a fool to believe that Orochimaru would attempt to bring the blonde back from the dead, and an even bigger sucker for believing that false of a jutsu that was used.

He had wanted it so badly at the time that he hadn't even realized that it was all a hoax, a brilliant one. It hadn't even occurred to him that Orochimaru, if he truly intended like he had done so in the past, to bring someone back, would never have failed. He had managed to bring back the first two Hokages from the underworld with no complications. What's one boy compared to them?

A distraction.....

The sound of fabric rustling caused him to snap out of his thoughts, his eyes locked with gleaming golden ones. Sasuke could feel himself tense as Orochimaru slid into the tent, the man's eyes glanced briefly at Kabuto before finally resting on him once again. He kept his eyes glued on the form approaching him. His heart started to pound more rapidly as the seal upon his neck started to burn. Orochimaru slithered to a stop at his side and gently touched his swollen face.

"I see you are not taking care of what belongs to me, Sasuke-kun."

His skin crawled in disgust as Orochimaru's clammy, cool fingers glided over his bruised cheek. He could see a brief moment of anger flash through the older man's eyes before amusement over took them. Sasuke could feel the curse spread, knowing it would soon over take him. Orochimaru always had an effect on him. Soon would find himself speaking words that Orochimaru would want to hear, even though in his mind he would be screaming at himself for being such a fool.

Kabuto slowly appeared next to Orochimaru as he spoke. "He refuses to allow me to heal him, Orochimaru-sama."

Sasuke could see the snakes eyes narrow at him before he pulled his hand away from his face. He signaled for Kabuto to continue, and this time Sasuke willingly let the med-nin heal him without putting up a fight.

"Kimimaro explained to me what took place in that little village."

"You lied to me." Sasuke snarled causing Orochimaru to chuckle.

"Me, lie to you? It seems as though you were the one that lied to yourself." As soon as Kabuto backed away from him Orochimaru once again cupped his face, making him look into the older mans eyes. "You are mine, Sasuke-kun." Sasuke's eyes widened as Orochimaru moved forward, his cool thin lips brushed against his former bruised cheek. "Mine, forever."

The older man smirked before forming a familiar seal. Sasuke ground his teeth in anger as he felt his body being constrained to the cot below him. 'Kanashibari no Jutsu.' Orochimaru pushed him back onto the cot, a smirk, one that made his stomach feel as though it would up throw its contents over took him. "Kabuto, leave us alone. We are not to be disturbed.

Sasuke could hear the other occupant of the room leave, but his eyes were locked on those of the man above him. He could see it in the older man's eyes, what he had planned for them and he could feel his body tremble at the thought. He had never been able to fight off Orochimaru, never been able to refuse the man. Not that he had ever tried to take advantage of him before, other then to look upon what would be his one day. Whatever Orochimaru wished of him, he had always done, believing it was the path that he was supposed to take in life, punishment for Naruto's death. He had never expected Orochimaru to harm his body in anyway, but once the snakes hand slid down, across the muscles of his abs and toward his pants everything changed.

Sasuke held his breath and steeled himself against the older mans touch. He let his mind drift to thoughts that were supposed to be forbidden, thoughts of home and faces that he long ago abandoned. To thoughts of a boy that had become his best friend by never giving in to the harsh words he sent his way, the boy that never backed down no matter how much he used to push him away. And finally to thoughts of his former Sensei, the man that had changed his world a second time on that fateful day, the man that led him to the situation he was in now. But he knew deep within it wasn't entirely Kakashi's fault. He had done nothing but make mistakes all his life.... and they were ones that always had a heavy price to pay in the end.

His eyes clenched shut, his teeth ground together as Orochimaru did as he pleased with him. This time he spoke words that angered the man above him, ones that promised a very painful death if any harm came to the ones he cared for, his... friends. Every one of his words were returned with retribution.

It was dark when he woke, he had no clue to when he had passed out, but was glad that it had happened. His body ached unlike anything he had ever felt before. Being wounded in battle was nothing in comparison to being abused and used by another, especially one that was out to prove a point.

Sasuke slowly took in the surroundings around him and sighed in relief, he was alone. He had come to a decision, while Orochimaru had his way with him, one that he was sure would seal a fate of death for him. He quickly clambered off of his cot and collected his clothing. After getting dressed he gathered his equipment and strolled out of his tent. His presence quickly drew in the attention of his men, they watched his every move. Either they were on orders to keep and eye on him, or they knew of what took place hours ago, he didn't care. If everything went according to plan he would never have to see any of them again.

"Sasuke-sama!"

He didn't even slow down as a messenger stepped into stride beside him. He was on a one track mind....

"Sasuke-sama, I have been instructed to let you know that Kimimaro-sama and a team have been dispatched to dispose of that leaf team for you."

'Dispose! Naruto!' Sasuke suddenly came to a stop. "When, when did they leave?"

"A few hours ago, just before sunset."

"Shit." Sasuke cursed under his breath. They had a huge head start on finding them, but he had the former experience of being a Leaf-nin to know their tactics. He would find them first, he was sure of it. Sasuke quickly continued with his plan, heading toward the medical tent to gather the few supplies that he would need. He could hear the messenger call out to him as he entered the tent and grabbed a few important vials, as he turned to leave the messenger stepped into his path. Sasuke glared at the katana that was now trained on him.

"Orochimaru-sama gave orders for you to remain here until you are called upon."

"Is that so?" With a flick of his wrist and amazing speed, Sasuke drew his sword and rest his blade upon the other. He intimated his now opponent by scraping the blades together while activating the Sharingan. The messenger's eyes widened in surprise, before he finally lowered his sword. Sasuke knew he was still very clumsy when it came to using his katana in battle. He was sure the man before him could put up a good fight if they just used the weapons they held in their hands.... but he had no time for meager play, he had to get to Naruto. Sasuke smirked before speaking his final words as a member of Sound. "Tell him he can go to hell."