A/N: Here is the second chapter for you! Two reviews are enough I guess to get the ball rolling, haha. Thank you to those who did review so far, I am grateful. Without further ado, here is the second chapter. Enjoy!
Cerulean Change Chapter 2
Everything was blurry and oddly colored. Blue plush surrounds were barely visible as the boy slowly rose from unconscious slumber. He could remember everything up to the moment he hit the ground after a swift kick from that man. But anything afterwards was undistinguishable in his mind. All he knew now was he was moving, he was comfortable and his head hurt like a bitch.
"Joined the living, have you?" Naruto shot up from his resting spot his eyes regaining vision by the second. He had no clue who was in front of him or why he wasn't dead, but for all of the above he was grateful. Naruto ruefully rubbed his blurry eyes while feeling his head for bumps. "Wha--? I don't…Get it." The other boy chuckled slightly at that. "Oh, so you can speak? Well that's good. I thought I'd have to toss you out of this carriage if you couldn't at least talk." Sasuke smiled 'He looks pretty when he's confused..' Naruto leveled his eyes quickly with the owner of the voice, immediately falling back in the plush cushions when he recognized who it was. "Shit! Wh-why the hell am I in this carriage…You? You're, you're-" "The Prince. Yes." Sasuke smirked, knowing full well his position in life in contrast to someone like the blonde-haired boy in front of him.
Naruto didn't really know how to react. First he was be bashed for his crime of running into a henchman, and now he was sitting comfortably in what looked like the Prince's carriage. Not knowing what else to say Naruto mentioned the most logical thing. "What about that henchman? I-I really didn't think he'd just let me…get on your-"Sasuke rolled his eyes obviously, "Pfft, you mean Draco? He was out of line to attack you in that way. Don't worry about the likes of that loser… Plus, in case you haven't noticed, you're banged up pretty badly. I'm simply taking you back to my home to repair the damages, as you might call it." Naruto shoulders fell, "Home? You mean the castle?...I thought people like me were shunned away from such a holy place." Sasuke rolled his eyes once more, noticing Naruto touching his face for blood. "I'd hardly call it a holy place, boy. And don't worry, I'm in charge remember?" Naruto flinched at the word boy. "My name is Uzumaki, Naruto" he then added lamely "your highness." At this point in the conversation the carriage halted on even ground and was lowered to let Naruto, Sasuke and his guard out.
"Okay--Naruto, walk out behind me and look like you own the place. The fewer questions asked, the quicker we get to my chamber." Naruto nodded, still not fully grasping the situation he was in…Or the place he was about to enter.
For years the castle had always been a far off gem in Naruto's eyes; an untouchable shrine of prosperity and wealth that no man of his caliber was ever meant to enter. So as he stepped carefully out onto the marble stairway leading to the inner parts of the castle, Naruto couldn't help but feel a tingle running down his spine. 'Today has been the worst and best day of my life so far. All I need now is food to complete my fortune!'
Sasuke shook his head with uncertainty. He had no clue why he had brought this peasant boy back with him. He could have just as easily left him on the street to tend to his own wounds; but no, he had to live spontaneously and put himself at risk. 'My father won't be too pleased if he finds out that I have brought that Naruto back with me. He'll give me some crap no doubt about "keeping them in their place, and us in ours" …That circle of life bullshit is wearing thin on me. At least this move will prove to stir up some interesting results. I might just have some fun after all.'
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The sultan of Samnoria sat stoic on his throne smoking his pipe as he did every morning routinely. He stared out the magnificent floor window at the city below him, content for the moment about his place in the world. 'The sea breeze is fresh this morning. My people will have plenty of fish to feast on tonight.' He felt a calm wash over him as he heard the seagulls in the far off distance calling out to their mates.
Interrupting the reverie, his personal guard stood at his side and bowed respectfully. "Good morning, sir! Prince Sasuke has returned from his walk…There is, however, something you should know." The sultan raised his brow, amused, before nodded at the guard to continue. "Sir, young Sasuke has brought someone back with him. It's a peasant boy, sir." The sultan turned his body fully towards the guard, frowning at the news. "You mean to tell me that my son has brought a peasant boy back to the castle? What could have possibly possessed him to act so foolishly?!" Standing abruptly, the sultan delayed anymore conversation with his guard and briskly made his way down the connected corridor in the direction of his son's chambers.
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"Here, take this and go wash yourself…You look disgusting." Naruto complied with his prince's requested and took the towel off towards the bathroom in pursuit of a much needed bath and relaxation. 'Wow! I've never seen such a place in my life! Beautiful linens everywhere, golden statues, marble floors, fruit to eat everywhere…And look at this bathroom! It is like nothing I have ever dreamed of…' Naruto snickered at his good fortune, ecstatic that he'd finally get to take a REAL bath; not some dip in the ocean, but a real bath! With soap! Stripping himself of his clothes quickly he took to the water with excitement, splashing around in bliss as the warm water, and soap surrounded his aching body. The guards, of course scowled darkly, wanting so much to put the miscreant in his place. Luckily for Naruto the one thing standing between him and some fast action pain was Sasuke's presence and orders.
Plopping on his bed end Sasuke puffed out his breath, deep in thought about what to do next when he heard a sharp knock at his door. 'Shit, I didn't think he'd be this quick to get to me, old bastard.' Sitting up he shouted "Come in." And as Sasuke guessed, the Sultan walked through the door with a not-so-pleasant look upon his features. "Do mind, son of mine, explaining what my guards have just impressed upon me? I am in a fairly good mood today so don't leave out any important details like you did the last time you misbehaved. We wouldn't want a repeat of that incident."
Sasuke smiled sarcastically, "No, we wouldn't. And I don't see the big deal? Draco overreacted because some boy accidentally ran into him. And by over reacted I mean he kicked the shit out of him. Is that the kind of picture you want to paint for our citizens about the type of people we are, sultan?" Sasuke added the last part with a little edge on his voice. The sultan didn't seem any more impressed than when he walked in the door. "Sasuke I understand that you think Draco over reacted-" "I did not think he did. I am positive." The Sultan growled impatiently. "Fine. But besides that, why would that incident give you grounds to bring him back here of all places? What kind of picture does that paint to our citizens when you bring back a lowly street boy to our CASTLE? If I brought home every damn boy or girl who has been mistreated in my ruling years this castle would be full to the brim with them. Your actions are inexcusable! Now tell me, where is this boy now?" Sasuke ceased to argue knowing full well where his big mouth had landed him in the past. Shrugged he pointed to the bathroom where Naruto was now emerging from, fully clothed and in high spirits.
Walking into the main chamber the first thing Naruto saw was the Sultan standing near his prince. 'Whoa, I've never been this close to the Sultan before. I better make a good show of it.' Immediately Naruto bowed in respect, waiting for some kind of recognition from either of them. The Sultan was the first to nod. "You may stand up." His tone was icy, obviously glazing over discomfort and anger. Naruto lifted himself up until he met gaze to gaze with his countries ruler…It was truly a humbling experience for him. Just one look from the man spoke novels of his power and Naruto being as embarrassed as he was couldn't help but blame the prince for the predicament he was about to find himself in. '…He should have left me on the ground.'
Picking up his sarcastic pace again Sasuke added, "So father, what do you think? Not too lowly to be treated with fairness? Or was that lecture of yours only applicable for the rich." Naruto flinch at the prince's comment. He could feel the energy in the room become more and more hostile. This in turn made all three of them more and more uncomfortable. Not mention the number of guards silently occupying the perimeters of the chamber; each one snickering quietly to himself. Surprisingly the Sultan's demeanor calmed down as he spoke. "No son, he is welcome in our home... I would prefer it, however, if you would give me warning the next time you bring your—friends here. That is all." And as quickly as he had walked in, he was gone.
Sasuke rubbed his temples impatiently. "Leave us, guards." Complying with the request, the perimeter guards exited the room. Sasuke turned to Naruto with his smirk re-plastered upon his face."Am I right in guessing that was your first time seeing my Father face to face?" Naruto nodded, noticing the dominating presence of his prince in the room. "Thought so. You know, he was right about one thing. You cannot stay here. Naruto chuckled, "I knew that, sir. Er—Thank you for the bath." Naruto began walking towards the door only to be stopped by that voice again. Only this time, his prince's tone was more sensual as he spoke. "Come here." The blonde-haired boy stopped in his tracks. 'Oh god, I don't think I can look at him. Those black eyes could kill me.' Slowly running his hands through his hair Naruto turned to meet the gaze and hungry eyes of his prince. "I said, come here." The tone this time was more forceful and direct. Naruto found his footing again and walked gingerly up to the prince's bed, standing within feet of him. The heavy scent of spices radiated off Sasuke as he spoke laconically. "Closer." Naruto complied and shuffled closer until only half a foot remained between them. Sasuke then leaned in forward and whispered with a soft cooing voice into the other boy's ear, "You will help me escape tonight…"
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And the plot thickens. See? This story has content…But don't worry, there will be a---closer relationship soon enough. Keep reading my lovely goers, and don't shy from saying what you think. Honestly, reviews tell me what to do :points to little box at bottom left corner of screen: …Thank you!
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