Quick Note: Sasuke is kinda OOC. But, I mentioned this before. People tend
to act differently when they are around different people. And Sasuke is a
classic case. An iceberg that melts around his friends. Ah, Sasuke, your
OOC is mostly for amusement factor. But it still is fun.
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Review Response:
Ok, you may wonder why I put this BEFORE the story instead of at the end. Well, I don't know why. I really don't. So, whatever, eh?
Lily day: Yes, poor Konohamaru. And, thank you. ^_^
Red Rose: Yeah. Hee hee, ah, yeah, maybe we should stop. ^_^
Chibi Dragon: Ya know, we don't talk a lot *checks to see if you are online* Dah, yer not! Ah well, I'll message you tomorrow. ^_^
Sadistic Demon: Sorry about that shortness. This one is longer though.
Pinky_Cat: heh, I feel like that most of the time. -,-'
Daze: thanks
Bishiehuggler: Shanarou!
Carrot stix: thanks.
:D : Yeah.
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Baka: I'm BAAAAACK!
Inner Baka: You weren't really gone.
Baka: I know.but still.
IB: Anyways, you ready for this?
Baka: *pouts* No.* sits down and crosses arms*
IB: Le sigh..c'mon!
Baka: I am sick, I dun wanna.
IB: Well.actually, you have more control over this than me, so, why don't you just stop?
Baka: ..because. I want to do this.
IB: .Indecisive, aren't you?
Baka: In-de-ci.In-di..In-de-si-.that word! What does it mean?
IB: *shakes head* And you call yourself an author.Baka, Never mind, just go do whatever.
Baka: *tears self away from IRC* BAH! IRC.o.o.must.write.fic.BAH! .....
Kun - a more proper title given to males. Sometimes used playfully.
Jutsu - technique. In this case, he probably means a ninja technique. Which really seem kinda like spells, in my mind.
Kunai - throwing knife. Common weapon in their world. Just a sharp 'arrow head' with a little handle. Not at all huge. Can be used in close range combat like a little dagger, since it is sharp, but also can be used in long range combat.
Gennin - low level ninja class. Apprentice level.
Nii-san - a title that younger males often call older males that are close to them. Sometimes even people they don't know. It's more literally "Brother".
Lee - this is for those that haven't seen the show, but still like reading this. Lee is the 2nd most unique character in the show/manga (2nd to his sensei Gai). His appearance is rather dorky, but don't let his appearance fool you, he is probably the strongest physically. He also has a major crush on Sakura.
Gouchisousama - I probably spelled it wrong, but the Japanese say it after every meal, it's roughly translated to "Thank you for the meal." Or "It was wonderful." Or something like that.
Chakra - life energy, according to Buddhist meditation. Similar to Chi and stuff. The meaning is similar in this story too, it is the energy they use to execute every day actions, and also not so everyday actions like jutsu. And if you are trained, you could easily feel others' chakra. ^_^
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Disclaimer: Mmmm..these are good potatoes my mom made.listen, I am 17, in high school, do you really think I own Naruto?
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Naruto had his eyes closed in thought as he was walking home. *I hope Konohamaru comes and talks to me later. He really should talk to someone about it* He bumped into someone. *Eh? Most people would move out of the way.*
Naruto opened his eyes and was greeted with a familiar nose. *But, of course, this person doesn't fit into the category of 'most people'.* and he wrapped his arms around the persons torso and tackled them to the ground. "Sasuke-kuuuuun!" Naruto cooed.
Sasuke pushed Naruto off of him and Sakura giggled. "Must you do that?"
Naruto laughed, "I'm only teasing you." He got up and dusted himself off and held his hand out to his friend.
Sasuke brushed it away. "My legs are fine, thank you." And got up. "Anyways, where did you run off to?"
Naruto shrugged and grinned, "Here and there? Why?"
Sakura sighed, "Naruto, you can't hide things from us, you know that."
Sasuke nodded briskly, "Yeah, we are snoopy and enjoy prying into our friends lives."
Naruto chuckled and nodded, "You guys are funny." Then he crossed his arms, "I went to Konohamaru's house."
Sakura frowned, "Is he ok?"
Naruto shrugged, "He is still upset. But he will be fine."
Sakura looked up, "Did he mention anything about who did it?"
Naruto shook his head, "He didn't want to talk about it much, and I know not to push him. He'll come and talk when he's ready."
Sasuke fumed a bit, "Those ladies were so insensitive. I can't believe they said that."
Naruto laughed. "You're so funny when you do that." (A/n: I thought it was funny too.)
"Do what?" Sasuke raised an eyebrow.
Naruto shrugged, "I really don't know, but that just made me laugh."
"Whatever." Sasuke's eyebrow twitched. "Anyways, how are you?"
Naruto smiled, "I'm ok."
Sasuke looked into Naruto's eyes, "Liar."
Sakura's brow furrowed, "I wouldn't be too surprised if you weren't ok. I mean, after what you went through, and then now Konohamaru."
A few tears formed in Naruto's eyes. "I-I'll be fine."
Sasuke looked over at Sakura with a glint of an idea in his eyes. She sneered back at him and nodded. They both went to either side of him and looped his arms into theirs.
"Eh?" Naruto was surprised. "What-"
"Let's have a sleep over party!" Sakura said.
Naruto's brow furrowed in mild annoyance, "A party?"
They tugged on Naruto's arms, making him walk and Sasuke said "We don't like seeing you upset. We just want to see you smile."
Naruto looked down and smiled, "Thank you."
They headed off to Naruto's apartment arm-in-arm.
...............
Konohamaru sighed and looked in the mirror. His brown hair, which is normally up, was now down, reaching to his jaw line. His dark eyes, even darker in the shadow of his hair were staring back. *You're weak.* He thought to himself, *Why didn't you just kick him? Or do some kinda jutsu? You don't deserve the name Konohamaru.*
He grabbed his kunai pouch and walked to the window. He wrapped the pouch around his leg, and then opened the window. *Not here.*
He leaped out and landed gracefully on the ground 2-stories down. He ran in the direction of the forest. He felt tears sting his eyes as he ran, *You don't deserve that name, the title 'gennin', to live in such a nice town, with such nice people.*
"I didn't get fuck all when it happened to me. Come talk to me, if you want."
Those words passed through his mind. *Naruto.* He slowed down and stopped. "Naruto." He mumbled softly. He turned around and headed to Naruto's apartment.
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"Ok, Naruto! We'll be right back!" Sakura called out as she and Sasuke left to go and get their stuff for the night.
"Yeah! See you guys in a bit!" Naruto called back, then closed the door and leaned against it and smiled. *Ah, I love those two* he thought happily, then went to go and clean up a bit to make room for the two of them.
*I wonder what I should make for supper?* he thought as he picked up some clothes and tossed them into a basket.
Suddenly he heard a knocking.
"Nii-san!" a familiar voice called.
*Konohamaru?* He thought. *He hasn't called me 'Nii-san' in forever.* he went to the door and opened it.
He felt a body slam into him. "Nii-san!" Konohamaru cried then began to sob.
Naruto was unsure of what to do, then smiled sadly and rested a hand on his head and closed the door.
Konohamaru sobbed harder and started to talk in between sobs. "It was terrible! It hurt! I am so weak! I can't stand it!"
"Shh" Naruto hugged the younger boy. "It's ok, I understand." Then he picked him up and carried him to the sofa and sat him down. He sat next to him.
Konohamaru wiped his eyes, "I'm sorry I yelled at you earlier."
Naruto smiled, "Eh, don't worry about it." He rested a hand on his shoulder, "You wanna talk about it now?"
Konohamaru sniffled, "Not about IT, but more about after it. What did you do to cope?"
Naruto sighed and thought. He remembered how Sasuke and Iruka talked to him. How those close to him seemed to know and cared. And especially how he and Sasuke killed the bastards.
"Well, my friends helped me through it, actually. They talked to me, and just showed that they cared. Also, it seems that they attacked me and my friends one day and we slaughtered them. I don't know if that works for everyone though." Naruto explained.
Konohamaru laughed softly. "I don't know about the killing part, but I'm sure I can look to my friends." Konohamaru smiled, and then frowned, "You are my friend right?"
Naruto smiled and put an arm around Konohamaru's shoulders and leaned his head against his. "Of course, Konohamaru."
Konohamaru felt some tears in his eyes. "I felt so weak. I wanted to kill myself."
Naruto tightened his grip.
"But then I thought about you. And decided to come and talk to you." Konohamaru said softly.
"You're not weak, Konohamaru. Even the strong can be taken advantage of." Naruto rubbed Konohamaru's shoulder, "I was 12 when it happened to me. Do you remember me then? Was I weak?"
Konohamaru shook his head, "No." then he wrapped his arms around Naruto's torso. "Thank you, nii-san."
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Sasuke and Sakura were walking back to Naruto's apartment, talking and laughing.
"So, Sakura, Who was it this time?" Sasuke asked.
Sakura looked puzzled, "What do you mean?"
Sasuke smirked, "Earlier, you were mad about Ino asking some guy out. Who?"
Sakura blushed and chuckled nervously, "I.never mind."
Sasuke grinned then struck a dramatic pose, "Oh, Sakura, my love! I must know who hath stolen your heart away from me! Oh the sor-"
"Lee" she said, shutting him up.
"Lee?" Sasuke raised an eyebrow, "Did he say yes to her?"
Sakura sighed, "I dunno, But how could he not? I mean she-"
"Sakura, you know he likes you!" Sasuke said heatedly, "He likes you a lot! I don't think he said yes to her!"
She thought for a moment then smiled. "You really think so?"
Sasuke nodded, "I am absolutely sure."
"Thank you" Sakura smiled. "Hey, Sasuke. Do you like anyone?"
Sasuke thought for a moment. "Hm, not in the sense you mean."
Sakura chuckled, "Don't tell me you've never thought of anyone like that."
Sasuke shrugged. "I haven't, really."
Sakura looked down and pointed to Sasukes crotch "Does this thing work?"
Sasuke blushed slightly and chuckled, "Yes."
"Oh, really?" Sakura thought, "Then maybe you are setting your standards too high. You know, you aren't THAT great."
Sasuke frowned, "It's not that either."
Sakura thought some more, "Oh oh! Lemme guess! 'I cannot think about love. I must go and kill my brother.' Is that it?"
Sasuke stopped. "Kill." then he laughed, "You know, I really haven't thought of that for awhile."
Sakura glared at Sasuke. "Who do you like?"
Sasuke blushed, "A secret." And he pressed a finger to his lips.
"Oh, c'mon Sasuke! I told you I like Lee!" Sakura cried.
"It's not that important, is it?" Sasuke said as they reached Narutos apartment.
They opened the door, not bothering to knock. They saw the top of Naruto's head at the couch. And they got an idea.
They snuck up, but stopped when they heard the light sobbing.
"Naruto?" Sasuke mumbled.
Naruto looked over the top of the couch and smiled. Konohamaru poked his head up.
"Hey guys!" Naruto chimed happily.
Konohamaru smiled, "Hey!" he got up and went to the door. "I'm gonna go now. I'll talk to you tomorrow, 'kay nii-san?"
Naruto nodded, "Yeah! Promise!"
Konohamaru put his sandals on and nodded, "I promise." Then he went out the door.
Naruto smiled after him, and then got up and glared at Sasuke and Sakura, "You scared him off!"
Sakura chuckled. "Yes, we are scary demons."
Sasuke clawed his fingers and curled a lip up, "Demons that eat little children." And he snarled and lunged at Naruto, attempting to tackle him.
But Naruto wouldn't be toppled that easily, so Naruto ended up being hugged instead. "Hey, Sasuke. Stop hugging me." He said trying to imitate Sasukes irritated tone.
Sasuke chuckled, "Aw! But you hug me all the time!"
Sakura bit her lip stifling some laughter. "I see." Then she set her bag down on the couch and sat next to it.
Naruto gave her a puzzled look. "What do you see?"
She grinned, "Nothing. Nothing at all."
Both boys were confused, but they shrugged it off.
"Anyways, what would you guys like for supper?" Naruto asked.
"Food." Sasuke said.
Naruto rolled his eyes, "No shit. I was thinking of serving you Styrofoam."
Sakura chuckled, "It doesn't matter what you serve us, and we'll eat anything you make. You always make good food."
Naruto smiled at the compliment. "True true." He said very immodestly.
Sasuke sighed. He had to admit, Naruto was a helluva good cook. *Not only is he strong, caring, funny, sweet, and good looking; he's also a great cook.* then Sasuke paused mentally. *Wait a second.-*
"Saaaasukeeeee" Naruto called.
Sasuke blinked, "What?"
Naruto grinned, "I said, does spaghetti sound good?"
Sasuke smiled, "Yeah. Yeah it does."
Naruto grinned, "Good, because it's easy to make." Then he walked to the kitchen.
"Easy or not, we wouldn't be able to tell. It always tastes like a days work went into it." Sasuke mumbled.
Naruto smiled to himself. He could hear Sasukes compliment since his hearing was more acute than most. *He wouldn't have said that a couple of years ago. It's amazing we became friends. We used to hate each other.* Then he went about making supper.
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Sakura leaned back in her chair. "Woo! I'm stuffed!"
Sasuke dished up another serving of spaghetti. "It's delicious!"
Naruto grinned, "Glad you guys like it!" and he also dished up another serving.
Sakura was used to the boys' eating habits. But she still finds it interesting that they can eat so much. Even at this particular meal, Sakura just finished a single serving, while they were on their third. And not only that, they always eat about this much at meals. It was really amazing that they weren't fat.
Sakura sighed, *Well, they are growing boys. I guess their metabolism has kicked in.*
Naruto and Sasuke set their dishes down at the same time, both finishing their meals completely. "Gouchisousama" all three of them said.
Naruto got up and picked up his guests dishes and carried them to the kitchen. Sasuke and Sakura decided to help. Sasuke grabbed the left over food (amazing that there was some) and Sakura grabbed the glasses and utensils.
Naruto looked up at them when they entered the kitchen, "Hey, thanks!" he said.
Sakura went to help Naruto with the dishes while Sasuke packed away the leftovers, then he claimed duty of putting away the dishes.
"Hey, Sasuke." Naruto said while drying a plate and handing to Sasuke, "Wasn't I supposed to help you with-"
"Don't worry about it, we can do it tomorrow." Sasuke smiled.
Sakura giggled while she cleaned a glass.
The boys looked at her confused again. "What?"
She chuckled some more, "Sorry, sorry, my mind is in the gutter right now."
Naruto and Sasuke thought for a moment, and then both blushed at the double meaning of "we can do it tomorrow."
Sasuke sighed, and decided that admitting that asking for help was better than people thinking you were queer. "Naruto was going to train me."
Sakura giggled some more. "What ~kind~ of training?"
Sasuke rubbed his temples, he really didn't like how everyone seemed to like to tease him, "Chakra hiding, Sakura. Now, get your mind out of the gutter."
Sakura sighed, "Fine, fine. Hope you guys have fun tomorrow."
They continued cleaning the rest of the dishes in silence. ......
Konohamaru sighed while watching the sky outside his window. He heard his door open behind him.
"Konohamaru." He heard his father speak.
Konohamaru grunted, "Yeah?"
"Did you go and see that brat today?" his father asked.
Konohamaru turned around and crossed his arms. He was sick of his fathers' strict rules concerning Naruto, and almost everything else for that matter. He didn't like how his dad sheltered him from pretty much everything. No dating, must be home by certain times, train, train some more, no wandering out alone - well not anymore, none of that loud music - "It has a negative affect on kids these days, 13-A movies are certainly out of the question - though he has seen worse at the academy; it was a ninja school - he's probably DONE worse than the violent movies.
And if his father wasn't around, then his nanny or tutor was hanging around. Though his father was "trying to respect his privacy", he never gave him time alone.
But, to Konohamaru, the worst rule so far was "No Naruto". Naruto was not only his closest friend, but his role-model. And now he was also someone he could relate to, someone he could talk to. Definitely someone he cared about and someone that cared about him.
And, unlike other people, Naruto didn't see Konohamaru as "The honored grandson of the late third Hokage". Naruto saw Konohamaru as just Konohamaru, as an equal. Something Konohamaru enjoyed. And he was sick of how his father treated him; he decided to stand up for himself.
Konohamaru gulped, "If you mean Naruto, then yes. I went and saw him today."
His father sighed and swallowed his annoyance, "Konohamaru, what have I told you?"
Konohamaru frowned, "I don't care what you say, if I want to see Naruto, I should be allowed to."
"Oh, you think that, huh?" His dad clenched his fists, "I set up those rules to protect you, and any loving parent would. Also, rules or not, every parent doesn't want their kids hanging around him."
"Why? What's so wrong with him?" Konohamaru shouted. "Naruto is my friend!"
His father trembled. "You've become quite the delinquent, Konohamaru. Is this his influence? Did he tell you to do this? To go against your parents?"
Konohamaru felt tears form in his eyes. "No. Naruto taught me to be brave, and taught me to stand up for myself! Also to work hard!"
His father shook his head, "Is disobeying your parent's called bravery? If so, maybe we should give you a medal! Tell the whole town about your 'brave deeds'!"
Konohamaru felt his tears spill over and down his cheeks. He hated fighting with his father.
"Oh? You're crying? I wouldn't call this bravery; you are just being a sissy. See? That Naruto has done no good to you!" His father shouted.
"Shut up!" Konohamaru shouted.
His father punched him, "Don't tell me what to do!"
Konohamaru stumbled backwards and grabbed his cheek. He glared at his father, "Same goes to you" he growled, then went to the window and leapt out and ran.
"Fine! Go! Don't come back, you ungrateful little brat!" his father shouted after him.
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Baka: Wow, o.o most intense.
Inner Baka: Yes, very. But, I think the drama is rather good.
Baka: Yeah. But, POOR KONOHAMARU!
IB: Aw.*gives Baka a cookie*
Baka: OOO! Cookie! *is happy again*
IB: :D So simple minded, you are.
Baka: Nyao! ^_^
Review Response:
Ok, you may wonder why I put this BEFORE the story instead of at the end. Well, I don't know why. I really don't. So, whatever, eh?
Lily day: Yes, poor Konohamaru. And, thank you. ^_^
Red Rose: Yeah. Hee hee, ah, yeah, maybe we should stop. ^_^
Chibi Dragon: Ya know, we don't talk a lot *checks to see if you are online* Dah, yer not! Ah well, I'll message you tomorrow. ^_^
Sadistic Demon: Sorry about that shortness. This one is longer though.
Pinky_Cat: heh, I feel like that most of the time. -,-'
Daze: thanks
Bishiehuggler: Shanarou!
Carrot stix: thanks.
:D : Yeah.
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Baka: I'm BAAAAACK!
Inner Baka: You weren't really gone.
Baka: I know.but still.
IB: Anyways, you ready for this?
Baka: *pouts* No.* sits down and crosses arms*
IB: Le sigh..c'mon!
Baka: I am sick, I dun wanna.
IB: Well.actually, you have more control over this than me, so, why don't you just stop?
Baka: ..because. I want to do this.
IB: .Indecisive, aren't you?
Baka: In-de-ci.In-di..In-de-si-.that word! What does it mean?
IB: *shakes head* And you call yourself an author.Baka, Never mind, just go do whatever.
Baka: *tears self away from IRC* BAH! IRC.o.o.must.write.fic.BAH! .....
Kun - a more proper title given to males. Sometimes used playfully.
Jutsu - technique. In this case, he probably means a ninja technique. Which really seem kinda like spells, in my mind.
Kunai - throwing knife. Common weapon in their world. Just a sharp 'arrow head' with a little handle. Not at all huge. Can be used in close range combat like a little dagger, since it is sharp, but also can be used in long range combat.
Gennin - low level ninja class. Apprentice level.
Nii-san - a title that younger males often call older males that are close to them. Sometimes even people they don't know. It's more literally "Brother".
Lee - this is for those that haven't seen the show, but still like reading this. Lee is the 2nd most unique character in the show/manga (2nd to his sensei Gai). His appearance is rather dorky, but don't let his appearance fool you, he is probably the strongest physically. He also has a major crush on Sakura.
Gouchisousama - I probably spelled it wrong, but the Japanese say it after every meal, it's roughly translated to "Thank you for the meal." Or "It was wonderful." Or something like that.
Chakra - life energy, according to Buddhist meditation. Similar to Chi and stuff. The meaning is similar in this story too, it is the energy they use to execute every day actions, and also not so everyday actions like jutsu. And if you are trained, you could easily feel others' chakra. ^_^
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Disclaimer: Mmmm..these are good potatoes my mom made.listen, I am 17, in high school, do you really think I own Naruto?
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Naruto had his eyes closed in thought as he was walking home. *I hope Konohamaru comes and talks to me later. He really should talk to someone about it* He bumped into someone. *Eh? Most people would move out of the way.*
Naruto opened his eyes and was greeted with a familiar nose. *But, of course, this person doesn't fit into the category of 'most people'.* and he wrapped his arms around the persons torso and tackled them to the ground. "Sasuke-kuuuuun!" Naruto cooed.
Sasuke pushed Naruto off of him and Sakura giggled. "Must you do that?"
Naruto laughed, "I'm only teasing you." He got up and dusted himself off and held his hand out to his friend.
Sasuke brushed it away. "My legs are fine, thank you." And got up. "Anyways, where did you run off to?"
Naruto shrugged and grinned, "Here and there? Why?"
Sakura sighed, "Naruto, you can't hide things from us, you know that."
Sasuke nodded briskly, "Yeah, we are snoopy and enjoy prying into our friends lives."
Naruto chuckled and nodded, "You guys are funny." Then he crossed his arms, "I went to Konohamaru's house."
Sakura frowned, "Is he ok?"
Naruto shrugged, "He is still upset. But he will be fine."
Sakura looked up, "Did he mention anything about who did it?"
Naruto shook his head, "He didn't want to talk about it much, and I know not to push him. He'll come and talk when he's ready."
Sasuke fumed a bit, "Those ladies were so insensitive. I can't believe they said that."
Naruto laughed. "You're so funny when you do that." (A/n: I thought it was funny too.)
"Do what?" Sasuke raised an eyebrow.
Naruto shrugged, "I really don't know, but that just made me laugh."
"Whatever." Sasuke's eyebrow twitched. "Anyways, how are you?"
Naruto smiled, "I'm ok."
Sasuke looked into Naruto's eyes, "Liar."
Sakura's brow furrowed, "I wouldn't be too surprised if you weren't ok. I mean, after what you went through, and then now Konohamaru."
A few tears formed in Naruto's eyes. "I-I'll be fine."
Sasuke looked over at Sakura with a glint of an idea in his eyes. She sneered back at him and nodded. They both went to either side of him and looped his arms into theirs.
"Eh?" Naruto was surprised. "What-"
"Let's have a sleep over party!" Sakura said.
Naruto's brow furrowed in mild annoyance, "A party?"
They tugged on Naruto's arms, making him walk and Sasuke said "We don't like seeing you upset. We just want to see you smile."
Naruto looked down and smiled, "Thank you."
They headed off to Naruto's apartment arm-in-arm.
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Konohamaru sighed and looked in the mirror. His brown hair, which is normally up, was now down, reaching to his jaw line. His dark eyes, even darker in the shadow of his hair were staring back. *You're weak.* He thought to himself, *Why didn't you just kick him? Or do some kinda jutsu? You don't deserve the name Konohamaru.*
He grabbed his kunai pouch and walked to the window. He wrapped the pouch around his leg, and then opened the window. *Not here.*
He leaped out and landed gracefully on the ground 2-stories down. He ran in the direction of the forest. He felt tears sting his eyes as he ran, *You don't deserve that name, the title 'gennin', to live in such a nice town, with such nice people.*
"I didn't get fuck all when it happened to me. Come talk to me, if you want."
Those words passed through his mind. *Naruto.* He slowed down and stopped. "Naruto." He mumbled softly. He turned around and headed to Naruto's apartment.
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"Ok, Naruto! We'll be right back!" Sakura called out as she and Sasuke left to go and get their stuff for the night.
"Yeah! See you guys in a bit!" Naruto called back, then closed the door and leaned against it and smiled. *Ah, I love those two* he thought happily, then went to go and clean up a bit to make room for the two of them.
*I wonder what I should make for supper?* he thought as he picked up some clothes and tossed them into a basket.
Suddenly he heard a knocking.
"Nii-san!" a familiar voice called.
*Konohamaru?* He thought. *He hasn't called me 'Nii-san' in forever.* he went to the door and opened it.
He felt a body slam into him. "Nii-san!" Konohamaru cried then began to sob.
Naruto was unsure of what to do, then smiled sadly and rested a hand on his head and closed the door.
Konohamaru sobbed harder and started to talk in between sobs. "It was terrible! It hurt! I am so weak! I can't stand it!"
"Shh" Naruto hugged the younger boy. "It's ok, I understand." Then he picked him up and carried him to the sofa and sat him down. He sat next to him.
Konohamaru wiped his eyes, "I'm sorry I yelled at you earlier."
Naruto smiled, "Eh, don't worry about it." He rested a hand on his shoulder, "You wanna talk about it now?"
Konohamaru sniffled, "Not about IT, but more about after it. What did you do to cope?"
Naruto sighed and thought. He remembered how Sasuke and Iruka talked to him. How those close to him seemed to know and cared. And especially how he and Sasuke killed the bastards.
"Well, my friends helped me through it, actually. They talked to me, and just showed that they cared. Also, it seems that they attacked me and my friends one day and we slaughtered them. I don't know if that works for everyone though." Naruto explained.
Konohamaru laughed softly. "I don't know about the killing part, but I'm sure I can look to my friends." Konohamaru smiled, and then frowned, "You are my friend right?"
Naruto smiled and put an arm around Konohamaru's shoulders and leaned his head against his. "Of course, Konohamaru."
Konohamaru felt some tears in his eyes. "I felt so weak. I wanted to kill myself."
Naruto tightened his grip.
"But then I thought about you. And decided to come and talk to you." Konohamaru said softly.
"You're not weak, Konohamaru. Even the strong can be taken advantage of." Naruto rubbed Konohamaru's shoulder, "I was 12 when it happened to me. Do you remember me then? Was I weak?"
Konohamaru shook his head, "No." then he wrapped his arms around Naruto's torso. "Thank you, nii-san."
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Sasuke and Sakura were walking back to Naruto's apartment, talking and laughing.
"So, Sakura, Who was it this time?" Sasuke asked.
Sakura looked puzzled, "What do you mean?"
Sasuke smirked, "Earlier, you were mad about Ino asking some guy out. Who?"
Sakura blushed and chuckled nervously, "I.never mind."
Sasuke grinned then struck a dramatic pose, "Oh, Sakura, my love! I must know who hath stolen your heart away from me! Oh the sor-"
"Lee" she said, shutting him up.
"Lee?" Sasuke raised an eyebrow, "Did he say yes to her?"
Sakura sighed, "I dunno, But how could he not? I mean she-"
"Sakura, you know he likes you!" Sasuke said heatedly, "He likes you a lot! I don't think he said yes to her!"
She thought for a moment then smiled. "You really think so?"
Sasuke nodded, "I am absolutely sure."
"Thank you" Sakura smiled. "Hey, Sasuke. Do you like anyone?"
Sasuke thought for a moment. "Hm, not in the sense you mean."
Sakura chuckled, "Don't tell me you've never thought of anyone like that."
Sasuke shrugged. "I haven't, really."
Sakura looked down and pointed to Sasukes crotch "Does this thing work?"
Sasuke blushed slightly and chuckled, "Yes."
"Oh, really?" Sakura thought, "Then maybe you are setting your standards too high. You know, you aren't THAT great."
Sasuke frowned, "It's not that either."
Sakura thought some more, "Oh oh! Lemme guess! 'I cannot think about love. I must go and kill my brother.' Is that it?"
Sasuke stopped. "Kill." then he laughed, "You know, I really haven't thought of that for awhile."
Sakura glared at Sasuke. "Who do you like?"
Sasuke blushed, "A secret." And he pressed a finger to his lips.
"Oh, c'mon Sasuke! I told you I like Lee!" Sakura cried.
"It's not that important, is it?" Sasuke said as they reached Narutos apartment.
They opened the door, not bothering to knock. They saw the top of Naruto's head at the couch. And they got an idea.
They snuck up, but stopped when they heard the light sobbing.
"Naruto?" Sasuke mumbled.
Naruto looked over the top of the couch and smiled. Konohamaru poked his head up.
"Hey guys!" Naruto chimed happily.
Konohamaru smiled, "Hey!" he got up and went to the door. "I'm gonna go now. I'll talk to you tomorrow, 'kay nii-san?"
Naruto nodded, "Yeah! Promise!"
Konohamaru put his sandals on and nodded, "I promise." Then he went out the door.
Naruto smiled after him, and then got up and glared at Sasuke and Sakura, "You scared him off!"
Sakura chuckled. "Yes, we are scary demons."
Sasuke clawed his fingers and curled a lip up, "Demons that eat little children." And he snarled and lunged at Naruto, attempting to tackle him.
But Naruto wouldn't be toppled that easily, so Naruto ended up being hugged instead. "Hey, Sasuke. Stop hugging me." He said trying to imitate Sasukes irritated tone.
Sasuke chuckled, "Aw! But you hug me all the time!"
Sakura bit her lip stifling some laughter. "I see." Then she set her bag down on the couch and sat next to it.
Naruto gave her a puzzled look. "What do you see?"
She grinned, "Nothing. Nothing at all."
Both boys were confused, but they shrugged it off.
"Anyways, what would you guys like for supper?" Naruto asked.
"Food." Sasuke said.
Naruto rolled his eyes, "No shit. I was thinking of serving you Styrofoam."
Sakura chuckled, "It doesn't matter what you serve us, and we'll eat anything you make. You always make good food."
Naruto smiled at the compliment. "True true." He said very immodestly.
Sasuke sighed. He had to admit, Naruto was a helluva good cook. *Not only is he strong, caring, funny, sweet, and good looking; he's also a great cook.* then Sasuke paused mentally. *Wait a second.-*
"Saaaasukeeeee" Naruto called.
Sasuke blinked, "What?"
Naruto grinned, "I said, does spaghetti sound good?"
Sasuke smiled, "Yeah. Yeah it does."
Naruto grinned, "Good, because it's easy to make." Then he walked to the kitchen.
"Easy or not, we wouldn't be able to tell. It always tastes like a days work went into it." Sasuke mumbled.
Naruto smiled to himself. He could hear Sasukes compliment since his hearing was more acute than most. *He wouldn't have said that a couple of years ago. It's amazing we became friends. We used to hate each other.* Then he went about making supper.
.......
Sakura leaned back in her chair. "Woo! I'm stuffed!"
Sasuke dished up another serving of spaghetti. "It's delicious!"
Naruto grinned, "Glad you guys like it!" and he also dished up another serving.
Sakura was used to the boys' eating habits. But she still finds it interesting that they can eat so much. Even at this particular meal, Sakura just finished a single serving, while they were on their third. And not only that, they always eat about this much at meals. It was really amazing that they weren't fat.
Sakura sighed, *Well, they are growing boys. I guess their metabolism has kicked in.*
Naruto and Sasuke set their dishes down at the same time, both finishing their meals completely. "Gouchisousama" all three of them said.
Naruto got up and picked up his guests dishes and carried them to the kitchen. Sasuke and Sakura decided to help. Sasuke grabbed the left over food (amazing that there was some) and Sakura grabbed the glasses and utensils.
Naruto looked up at them when they entered the kitchen, "Hey, thanks!" he said.
Sakura went to help Naruto with the dishes while Sasuke packed away the leftovers, then he claimed duty of putting away the dishes.
"Hey, Sasuke." Naruto said while drying a plate and handing to Sasuke, "Wasn't I supposed to help you with-"
"Don't worry about it, we can do it tomorrow." Sasuke smiled.
Sakura giggled while she cleaned a glass.
The boys looked at her confused again. "What?"
She chuckled some more, "Sorry, sorry, my mind is in the gutter right now."
Naruto and Sasuke thought for a moment, and then both blushed at the double meaning of "we can do it tomorrow."
Sasuke sighed, and decided that admitting that asking for help was better than people thinking you were queer. "Naruto was going to train me."
Sakura giggled some more. "What ~kind~ of training?"
Sasuke rubbed his temples, he really didn't like how everyone seemed to like to tease him, "Chakra hiding, Sakura. Now, get your mind out of the gutter."
Sakura sighed, "Fine, fine. Hope you guys have fun tomorrow."
They continued cleaning the rest of the dishes in silence. ......
Konohamaru sighed while watching the sky outside his window. He heard his door open behind him.
"Konohamaru." He heard his father speak.
Konohamaru grunted, "Yeah?"
"Did you go and see that brat today?" his father asked.
Konohamaru turned around and crossed his arms. He was sick of his fathers' strict rules concerning Naruto, and almost everything else for that matter. He didn't like how his dad sheltered him from pretty much everything. No dating, must be home by certain times, train, train some more, no wandering out alone - well not anymore, none of that loud music - "It has a negative affect on kids these days, 13-A movies are certainly out of the question - though he has seen worse at the academy; it was a ninja school - he's probably DONE worse than the violent movies.
And if his father wasn't around, then his nanny or tutor was hanging around. Though his father was "trying to respect his privacy", he never gave him time alone.
But, to Konohamaru, the worst rule so far was "No Naruto". Naruto was not only his closest friend, but his role-model. And now he was also someone he could relate to, someone he could talk to. Definitely someone he cared about and someone that cared about him.
And, unlike other people, Naruto didn't see Konohamaru as "The honored grandson of the late third Hokage". Naruto saw Konohamaru as just Konohamaru, as an equal. Something Konohamaru enjoyed. And he was sick of how his father treated him; he decided to stand up for himself.
Konohamaru gulped, "If you mean Naruto, then yes. I went and saw him today."
His father sighed and swallowed his annoyance, "Konohamaru, what have I told you?"
Konohamaru frowned, "I don't care what you say, if I want to see Naruto, I should be allowed to."
"Oh, you think that, huh?" His dad clenched his fists, "I set up those rules to protect you, and any loving parent would. Also, rules or not, every parent doesn't want their kids hanging around him."
"Why? What's so wrong with him?" Konohamaru shouted. "Naruto is my friend!"
His father trembled. "You've become quite the delinquent, Konohamaru. Is this his influence? Did he tell you to do this? To go against your parents?"
Konohamaru felt tears form in his eyes. "No. Naruto taught me to be brave, and taught me to stand up for myself! Also to work hard!"
His father shook his head, "Is disobeying your parent's called bravery? If so, maybe we should give you a medal! Tell the whole town about your 'brave deeds'!"
Konohamaru felt his tears spill over and down his cheeks. He hated fighting with his father.
"Oh? You're crying? I wouldn't call this bravery; you are just being a sissy. See? That Naruto has done no good to you!" His father shouted.
"Shut up!" Konohamaru shouted.
His father punched him, "Don't tell me what to do!"
Konohamaru stumbled backwards and grabbed his cheek. He glared at his father, "Same goes to you" he growled, then went to the window and leapt out and ran.
"Fine! Go! Don't come back, you ungrateful little brat!" his father shouted after him.
........
Baka: Wow, o.o most intense.
Inner Baka: Yes, very. But, I think the drama is rather good.
Baka: Yeah. But, POOR KONOHAMARU!
IB: Aw.*gives Baka a cookie*
Baka: OOO! Cookie! *is happy again*
IB: :D So simple minded, you are.
Baka: Nyao! ^_^