A/N: Ahh update is here. I'll be randomly honest real quick (if you're interested). This story was nothing how I planned it before. It went the total opposite way of what I was aiming for, but I'm actually glad for that.

Oh yeah, how do you guys like the new cover? Recently drew it hehe.

Guest: Did it really? I do know that my writing was bumpy in the beginning, but I think I'm still trying to find my style. Since this is my first story, I'm probably still finding it. But I'm glad you liked it.

AZalmega: Don't be sorry for that! It didn't bore me, rather I'm actually glad you shared that (as weird as that sounds). I actually couldn't use chopsticks until my teenage years, mostly cause I never bothered to ask and no one really helped me. I just sucked it up and learned on my own hahah. But I'm glad I was able to touch you with that moment, but don't worry, you're not alone. I'm glad you enjoy it so far though.

Thank you for reading this and supporting me, much appreciated.

Disclaimer: I do not own anything.

Sasuke was stunned at how daring he was. He even threw the chopsticks at his master. Sasuke kept running until he had accidentally bumped into someone. The impact made Sasuke lose his balance and fall.

"Hm? A hybrid? Where's your master?" A tall man with dark hair frowned.

Sasuke started to panic. He shouldn't have ran. He started to get up, but the man had grabbed Sasuke's leash.

"Maybe I should just sell you if your master doesn't turn up." He pulled on the leash causing Sasuke to choke.

Sasuke started to cough, holding the man's hand that was harshly pulling the leash.

"Excuse me, that is my pet." Naruto glared. He found them due to the little scene they had caused.

"Oh look at that, it's your lucky day pet." He let go of the leash.

Sasuke ran to his master's side, but didn't dare to get any closer than that.

"Sorry bout that." The man smiled creepily and left.

Naruto grabbed Sasuke's leash and dragged him to the picnic area where less people were. He pushed Sasuke against a tree harshly.

"Sasuke." Naruto said in a very stern voice. He was angry.

Sasuke gulped in fear. He wasn't prepared for the harsh slap that bit his cheek, leaving him on the verge of tears.

"One more time like this Sasuke, one more time." Naruto voiced had gone low. "If this happens just one more time, you will never go outside again. Do you hear me."

Sasuke quickly nodded as he tried to hold back his tears. This was the first time Sasuke really absolutely feared his master. Even though he was punished by him, that tone of voice is what scared Sasuke the most.

"Do you know what could've happened to you?! You are my slave, my pet, my hybrid, no one else's. I will not tolerate you leaving my side again, do you understand?"

Sasuke was shaking. He nodded and slid down the tree. He wish he could disappear. He tried making himself at small as possible by hugging his knees.

Naruto sighed and composed himself. He was outside in the public, making a scene wouldn't be a good idea or maybe he was weak against Sasuke's tears.

Naruto bent down to meet Sasuke's eyes.

"Tell me Sasuke, why did you run out in the first place. Was it the food?"

Sasuke shook his head.

"Don't tell me," Naruto's eyes softened, "was it because of the chopsticks?" Remembering that Sasuke had thrown them at him.

Sasuke nodded, noticing how stupid it sounded.

"Do you not know how to use them?" Naruto wished he noticed this before.

Sasuke shook his head, looking away.

"Sasuke, you need to tell me somehow then. I'm not trying to make fun of you by giving them to you." Naruto felt that was the main reason for Sasuke's outburst.

And he was dead on. Sasuke felt his master only gave him the chopsticks to see him unable to use it, thus unable to eat. It wasn't the first time someone did that to him, so he automatically thought Naruto was the same. But Sasuke realized that Naruto was nothing like his old masters.

Naruto grabbed Sasuke's hand and pulled him up. He grabbed the leash handle, making sure he will always have a tight grip on it.

"Sasuke let's go back. I'll teach you how to use chopsticks, so stop crying."

Sasuke looked at his master, he's going to teach me? His chest felt all fluttery inside. He wiped the tears that he didn't know had fallen. His chest continued to feel weird, so he gripped his chest in confusion. What is this?

Naruto and Sasuke made it back to Ichiraku and sat back down. Naruto apologized to the owner, telling him that Sasuke had a sudden outburst, but that everything was okay. The owner smiled, he already prepared new bowls for both Sasuke and Naruto. Naruto's grin reappeared once again as he said his thanks.

Sasuke felt bothered that he still couldn't produce a genuine smile from his master. But why did he want his master to only smile at him? Sasuke felt disappointed in himself that most of the looks Naruto gave him were looks of anger and pity. Sasuke was snapped out of his musings when he felt a soft hand touch his.

"Sasuke, I'm going to teach you the basics of holding chopsticks okay? You'll need to practice and get used to it, so don't be upset if you can't get it the first time."

Naruto evenly broke the wooden chopsticks for Sasuke and gently placed them in Sasuke's fingers. He showed Sasuke how to grip each part of the chopstick and how he was supposed to grab things.

Sasuke easily caught on in the action of moving the chopsticks. Naruto demonstrated how to use them with his own and started to eat his ramen.

Sasuke's grip was a little shaky at first. When he brought the chopsticks together, they would clumsily clash. But he soon had a firm grip and tried picking up a noodle. When he picked one up, Naruto gave Sasuke a smile he was not prepared for.

"See, I knew you could do it." Naruto messed Sasuke's hair, causing the noodle Sasuke had to fall. "You're a really quick learner Sasuke, I'm proud of you."

Sasuke's face heated up, for a reason he did not know what. He quickly looked back at his ramen to hide his red face. His heart picked up in pace, he didn't expect his master to give him the wanted smile so soon. He also didn't expect those last four words. I'm proud of you. It echoed in his head as he tried grabbing the noodles again.

By the time Sasuke had his first couple bites of the salty noodles, Naruto was already on his second bowl. Sasuke never saw him eat so much. Sasuke turned his focus back on the noodles, ignoring his master. The noodles were cooled down since Sasuke spent so much time practicing with chopsticks, but he didn't mind. He didn't like hot things as it easily burned his tongue. Sasuke liked the taste of ramen. It was salty, but it was good. He still liked fish better though.

Sasuke ate at a slow pace, finding out that slurping the noodles were somewhat entertaining and easier. When soup flicked on Sasuke's face, he wiped it off with his sleeve. Naruto saw this and he grabbed a napkin.

"Sasuke, use a napkin to wipe your face, not your sleeve." He brought the napkin to Sasuke's face to wipe the remaining soup off.

Sasuke didn't like it so he backed away with some resistance.

"What are you, a kid?" Naruto laughed and gave Sasuke the napkin.

Sasuke pouted and took it. He continued to eat, and this time when he splashed on his face, he used the napkin to wipe it off.

Sasuke finally finished the bowl of ramen he was given. He followed his master's example and drank the soup of it as well. He noticed that when he finished his bowl, his master had already finished his fourth bowl. Sasuke thought that Naruto's stomach was an endless abyss.

Naruto noticed his pet staring wide-eyed at him, making Naruto laugh.

"I think I was born to eat ramen." He started. "I haven't had it so long, so I couldn't help myself."

He leaned back and gave a happy, content sigh as he stretched.

"Is that enough for you?"

Sasuke nodded. He was so full from one bowl.

Naruto was in a very good mood after eating ramen. He paid for the meal and said his goodbyes, telling Teuchi that he'll come back more often.

Sasuke was back to holding his prized fish to his chest, along with the rose. Sasuke made sure to stay close to Naruto, not wanting to anger him again. But at the same time, Sasuke let his mind wander. He was still fascinated by everything that surrounded them. He noticed that most of the buildings were related to food. Sasuke's nose was filled with many different scents.

Naruto used this as an opportunity to find out Sasuke's likes and dislikes. He wasn't too sure himself why exactly, but he thought it would be interesting.

He took Sasuke to a small chocolate shop. Sasuke was mesmerized by all the colourful wrappings and packages that shimmered in the light. Naruto bought a small box of chocolates for both of them. They stepped back out and Naruto handed Sasuke a piece as they walked.

"Sasuke, this is chocolate, have you had this before?"

Sasuke shook his head, interested in what it was. He took the piece into his mouth. He was surprised when the chocolate melted in his mouth, but soon he started to grimace. It was so sweet. Sweetness overpowered his mouth and it melted all over inside. Sasuke made faces, obviously showing that he didn't really like it.

"You don't like it?" Naruto chuckled when Sasuke shook his head.

"You're the first person I've ever met to dislike chocolate."

Naruto ate the chocolates for himself. He needed to buy Sasuke some clothes. He turned to face Sasuke.

"Sasuke, we're going to pass the part where they sell hybrids like you, so stay close to me."

Sasuke nodded, and walked right behind his master. He soon saw food stores disappear, and the places started to look..dirty. Sasuke's ears flatten when he saw many different hybrids like him all locked up in chains. They were all dirty and covered with grime. A lot of the hybrids saw Sasuke and started to glare at him, frightening him. Sasuke saw the store he was previously in before Naruto bought him. He didn't even notice the condition of the place around him during the time he got out. But now that he had revisited, it looked horrid. Sasuke also noticed the trail that he and his master walked after being bought.

"Damn Uchiha, you think you're so great..!" One of the hybrids hissed.

Sasuke was taken aback by that comment.

"Ignore them Sasuke." Naruto quickened his pace.

Sasuke couldn't help but continue to look around as he was following his master. He saw a wooden platform, something that was familiar to him. An auctioning stand. He had been there frequently with his brother. Memories started flooding back into him. He suddenly grabbed his master's hand for comfort, something he did with Itachi.

Naruto looked at Sasuke when he felt his hand being grabbed. When they made eye contact, Sasuke quickly let go and started to shift uncomfortably. Naruto stared at him, but soon turned away.

"We're almost out." Was all he said.

Sasuke was glad to hear those words. He didn't like seeing other hybrids being sold and treated like that. He chose to try and ignore it. He became a little relieved when he saw other people walking with their hybrids. One of them smiled at Sasuke, making him feel better.

Sasuke immediately noticed the difference when he was in the different area of town. It was much cleaner and colourful.

This area of town had more of the materialistic items to buy. The town consisted of three parts being food, purchases of hybrids, and material items. They placed the hybrids in the middle between the two to tempt anyone passing by to purchase one. People were forced to go through that area if they wanted to get to the other side of town. If not, they would have to walk around the wooded areas, making it a longer walking time. It was all convenience for those pet store owners, and no one complained.

Naruto was used to being in town, so he was indifferent to it all.

"Ah, here it is." Naruto mumbled more to himself.

Sasuke followed his master inside the store and saw all sorts of clothing.

"Sasuke, put those down. I'm going to have you choose couple things and try them on."

Naruto looked back to see Sasuke still gripping his things. Sasuke didn't think his master would actually buy him clothing. The kit shook his head.

"What do you mean no?"

He didn't deserve clothes. He never did. It was something implanted in his mind since day one. He only took the clothes he was wearing now because they were simply 'old' clothes. Clothes that were not needed. But to have someone buy him clothes? He wasn't sure if he could accept that. He stared at the ground, fidgeting.

"Well, if you're not going to choose, I might as well buy everything here." He joked, which Sasuke took seriously.

Sasuke quickly put the things he was holding down on a nearby chair and quickly made his way to his master. It wouldn't hurt to receive some things right?

Naruto took Sasuke around the shop. Sasuke was constantly looking back at his fish and rose that was on the chair.

"Don't worry Sasuke, no one's going to take them."

That put Sasuke more at ease and followed his master around.

First they went to the pants section, but Naruto immediately realized that it wasn't going to work. Sasuke's tail was in the way of wearing normal pants. Naruto did like the legs of Sasuke though, so he wasn't too disappointed. Naruto decided that he could just give Sasuke his sweaters to wear. In the end, Naruto made Sasuke choose couple yukatas. Sasuke picked out two simple ones, one being black and the other midnight blue. That was all Sasuke chose out, and he refused to get anymore. Naruto made Sasuke at least get a pair of shoes, so they got open toed sandals fitted on Sasuke's feet. They were dark blue and it went above Sasuke's ankle.

Naruto took the clothing and shoes to the counter and paid for them. He then gave the bag that contained the clothes to Sasuke. Sasuke was actually happy inside. His held the bag to his chest and faintly smiled. It was his clothes. No one else's, but his.

"Ah Sasuke, at least put the shoes on so you don't have to walk barefoot anymore."

Before they left, Sasuke placed the bag on the floor to look for the shoes. He sat on the floor and clumsily put a shoe on. Naruto bent down to help Sasuke put the other shoe on.

"Damn, your feet are really rough." Naruto helped the kit up.

Sasuke stood up and was surprised at how soft the shoes were. It just felt so pleasantly weird. Every step he took was like stepping into cushion.

"You like them?"

Sasuke nodded and grabbed his things again. Sasuke's arms were full of his things. When Naruto offered to carry something, Sasuke refused because he wanted to carry it himself. Sasuke felt spoiled, but it was the most satisfying feeling ever. It was his things and no one else's. He couldn't stop repeating that fact over and over.

Finally, Naruto reached the bookstore, the main reason he came out here. They entered but hybrids weren't allowed further inside, so they had to be left in the front. Sasuke joined the other small group of hybrids that were waiting. And of course, there was someone designated to watch over them.

"I'll be quick Sasuke." He patted Sasuke's head and left.

Sasuke felt uncomfortable with the other hybrids, considering one verbally lashed out on him earlier. He sat further away and stared out the window.

Naruto knew nothing would happen to the kit, putting his trust in the people who watch over them. He walked through the bookstore, knowing where everything was already. He went to the section where it contained information about hybrids. He got both old and current books about them. He wanted to know more about them since it seemed there was more to them than what meets the eye.

He then wondered if Sasuke could read. If he couldn't, then he would teach him. He didn't want Sasuke to be useless or helpless. He decided to get a couple children's books in the case that Sasuke couldn't read. He hummed to himself when picking them out. A wave of nostalgia came over him when he saw the children's books. He picked out two and left to go pay.

He paid for the books and saw Sasuke staring at something being displayed on the window. When Naruto approached, Sasuke turned around and gave a smile. Naruto thanked the watcher and they left the building. Sasuke waved goodbye to the other hybrids, meaning that they got along. Naruto slightly turned around to see what Sasuke was staring at, and it was a small stuffed animal. It was a black cat with red eyes, and Naruto thought how similar it and Sasuke were.

Naruto then noticed something grabbing at him. That something was Sasuke trying to carry the bag containing the books.

"It's okay Sasuke, I can at least carry this. You have enough in your hands."

Sasuke complied and quickly followed after his master.

This marked the end of their day in town. Their carriage was waiting for them. Naruto apologized to the driver for being late. Inside, Naruto put the books aside and leaned back.

"Sasuke, come here." Naruto patted his lap.

Sasuke's ears twitched and he carefully placed his things on the floor of the carriage and placed his head on Naruto's lap. Naruto petted the kit's head. The more and more Naruto petted him, the more Naruto enjoyed the purring sound. They kept this up until they reached back home.

When they got out of the carriage, Sasuke was extremely drowsy from all the attention he received. He slowly followed his master, dragging his feet behind.

"Do you want to nap Sasuke." Naruto moved Sasuke's hair out of his face to see him better.

Sasuke shook his head.

"Don't be stubborn, take a nap." He patted Sasuke's head.

Naruto took Sasuke's rose and put it in a small vase for him. He gave it back to Sasuke and told him he could go ahead upstairs and rest in his room. Sasuke obeyed and slowly made his way upstairs. The blonde went to the kitchen to put the fish away in the freezer. Then he grabbed Sasuke's and his things and went upstairs as well. He saw Sasuke sleeping on the floor with the blanket and pillow he received while back. The rose was placed next to him on the side.

Naruto couldn't help think how cute the scene was. He came up to Sasuke to see the sleeping face of the kit. He saw Sasuke's partly opened mouth drooling a little bit. It looked like the kit was faintly smiling.

Naruto put Sasuke's clothes in his closet, and he put the books on his night stand. He picked Sasuke up, who somehow stubbornly clung onto the blanket he was wrapped in. He placed the sleeping kit on the bed along with the blanket. Naruto sat next to Sasuke and leaned on the backboard of his bed. He grabbed the older book on hybrids and started to read. He flipped the pages as they were ordered by breed. He found the cat section and found Sasuke's breed, Uchihas.

Uchihas

Not many remain today. As rare as they are, most are considered dangerous. It's rumoured they plotted against humankind, thus causing the extermination of them.

Their features include having black hair. Their eyes are one of a kind; they are the only breed to have different coloured eyes. It was rumoured that these eyes contained something dangerous. To prevent anything happening in the future, these eyes were altered. Scientists were not able to permanently 'switch' these eyes off, but rather they made them uncontrollable. This is why if you ever see an Uchiha, their eyes may change from one colour to the other. This prevents any possible control these eyes may contain.

Their abilities contain a rather graceful approach. They will attack without hesitation, making them perfect for hunting. When attacking, they are quick and precise. They strive on perfection.

Not much is known about the Uchihas. They are mysterious creatures.

Naruto muttered at how useless the book was. It barely told him anything, only a small background about them. He grabbed the newer book, finding the same section and breed.

The Uchiha Breed

Uchihas has grown in popularity due to their unique beauty. Their dark hair, their unique eyes, and their gracefulness. Their repressed eyes were recently named Sharingan.

They have grown a little in population due to the demand of owning one. They are considered one of the finer breeds out of hybrids. Owning one can be expensive, due to their species being rare. Due to new technologies, they were easily altered before being born. It is possible for a whole family of Uchihas to have different personalities or abilities. Uchihas are mainly used for hunting, or simply as a trophy to show off. There are only two know different kinds of Uchihas, the hunter and the pet.

Hunters contain the abilities with perfect hunting skills. They will have flexible limbs and precise movement. They must be tamed before using their abilities, as they may use it against you. Taming one is much harder as they have a mind of their own and they are more mature. Their claws and fangs are much longer and stronger. When tamed, they are loyal, fearless, and the perfect weapon. It's important to constantly check them for possible injuries as they might not show pain.

The other kind would be the pet, one who is mainly used for show. Unlike the hunter, they contain an innocent aura. Usually they are more childish and playful. They are easily scared, but will attack on impulse, or if they feel threatened. They are extremely curious in things they see. These Uchihas are the easiest to train. Their minds are like one of a child, even in their later years. Even if they are scared of their masters, they will always come back. They are more emotional and they express it more. Their claws and fangs are much smaller and weaker, producing little to no threat when they are used. They make perfect house pets whether they are trained or not.

Naruto pinched the bridge of his nose and sighed. He could totally see now how Sasuke fitted perfectly as a 'pet'. It explained all those childish feelings he got from Sasuke. It was kind of sad that they were almost modified into separate types within their own breed. This made Naruto wonder how Sasuke's brother was like. He remembered the first time ever meeting Sasuke and grimaced to himself how nasty he was.

He looked at the kit next to him. He was sleeping soundly. Naruto lightly touched his cheek before remembering about Sasuke's papers. He got up and looked through his drawers trying to remember where he put it.

Sasuke woke up due to the commotion. He got up on his elbows, rubbing his eye. Naruto found the papers and went back.

"It's okay, go back to sleep Sasuke." He lightly messed Sasuke's hair.

Sasuke curled up to his master's side, but he was already awake. He saw Naruto unfold pieces of papers. He silently looked at the papers.

Naruto started to read Sasuke's section of the papers.

Name: Sasuke

Breed: Cat - Uchiha

Birthdate: July 23

Age: 20

Parents: N/A

Sibling(s): Itachi

Sasuke was born a pet, not a hunter. If put out in dangerous situations, Sasuke will not be able to defend himself properly like other Uchihas. Sasuke was separated from his parents at birth. Sasuke lived with his brother until the age of eighteen, when they were separated. Sasuke has not spoken a word since that incident (recorded from previous masters).

Sasuke has little to no education. Sasuke cannot read or write. Sasuke can count and do simple math, but that is only limited to simple addition and subtraction.

No diseases are present in Sasuke.

Sasuke is a newer born hybrid. Modifications were able to be performed on him to become a 'pet' rather than a hunter. Modifications are listed.

Modifications: Enhanced regeneration skills, enhanced emotions, decreased mental age of about minus five to ten years of actual age.

Physical Being: Small fangs and claws, no scars, contains repressed Sharingan.

Mental Being: Tends to have outbursts, wanders mindlessly, highly curious.

Warnings: When threatened, Sasuke will undergo a blind rage.

Please update Sasuke's paper at the end of this year.

Naruto couldn't believe the modifications that were performed on Sasuke. It almost made him sick on how messed up people were. But wasn't he also one of those "people" since he had bought the kit? Naruto sighed. He now knew why Sasuke acted the way he did. Why Sasuke almost acted like a kid rather than an adult. He was modified to be that way, to satisfy the criteria of being a pet.

Naruto looked over to see dark eyes staring up at him.

"You were up?"

Sasuke nodded. He brought his finger and pointed to the papers. Sasuke was pointing at his name, the only word he knew.

"Yes, that's your name. You can read your name?"

Sasuke nodded.

"But is that all you can read?"

Another nod. He gave an upset look and buried his head in the side of Naruto.

"Don't be upset, you just haven't been taught that's all. Nothing to be ashamed about."

Sasuke looked at his master and pouted.

"How about I teach you?"

Sasuke instantly shot up, surprising Naruto. His eyes were glimmering in hope. He's been wanting to learn how to read for so long. He was always interested in reading. He's seen people laugh and cry just from reading books. This made him wonder how words had that much power to bring out those kinds of emotions. He wanted to experience that. He also wanted to be able to read any signs that came his way.

Naruto lightly chuckled and messed Sasuke's hair.

"I'll teach you then."

Sasuke gave a beaming smile to the blonde in thanks, almost jumping from excitement. He was going to learn how to read! Sasuke hugged his master in pure happiness. Naruto laughed and hugged him back.

"You're welcome Sasuke."