Through The Darkness ch. 4
Naruto's P.O.V.
I came home with a grin on my face. I am finally making progress with Sasuke. It's about damn time too. You might think that it's ridiculous to go after someone that has absolutely no interest in you at all but I'm not give up so easily. I don't give on anything and I get it from my mother. She always told us that if you want anything that you work hard and not give up on it.
You never go back on your word either. My mom is an incredible woman and hard worker. She worked two jobs while raising three kids at the same time. She made sure that we had everything that we needed even though we didn't always get what we wanted. We might not have a lot hard but we did have each other and that's all that matters.
When I get out of school and go to the NFL, I'm gonna take care of her and make sure she gets everything that she deserves. My mom always came to all of my games even though she was drop dead tired from working. She made it a priority to put me and my siblings first and I love her for it. My mom never judged me when I told her that I was gay and she told me that she'll always love me no matter what gender I chose to date.
She has to deal with two boys and one girl and I know that we put her through hell… well mostly me and Kyuubi did anyway. I know it was difficult for her to raise 3 kids on her own. I love my mom and I try to keep her as happy as possible. I walked into the apartment and I found my mother on the couch fast sleep, still in her uniform from the Ichiraku ramen shop.
I quietly tip-toed passed to the hallway closet and pulled out a green blanket. I covered her with it and kissed her lightly on the forehead. I wanted her to be as comfortable as possible. Her eyes fluttered open a little and she stares up at me. She smiles tiredly and stretches a little.
"You're just a good boy, Naruto-kun" My mother said patting my cheek.
"Thanks Mom, how was work?" I asked curious.
"The same as usual but it was good. I wish that I didn't have to work so many hours though" She said rubbing her eyes.
"Just hang in there a little longer, Mom. When I go pro, you won't have to work anymore" I said determined.
"I'm not in a real rush and Naruto-kun, I want you to get your degree first before you go pro just as back-up. You understand?" She asked serious.
I know that she believe that I'll get into the NFL but my mom wants me to finish college and have something to fall back in case of anything. That's why I'm majoring in Creative Writing. I love writing, believe it or not and I'm pretty good at it. I always get ideas for stories and I'm working my first book right now. It's about this boy that has a demon sealed inside of him and wants to become the greatest samurai in his village. I haven't decided on a name yet but I know that it'll come to me eventually.
"I understand Mom. Why don't you get some sleep" I said nodding a little.
She smiles at me before closing her eyes.
"I will become a professional football player, I swear that I will" I thought determined.
I walked towards my room that I share with Kyuubi. I found him on his side of the room, reading a book. Kyuubi and I are the same height even though he's 2 years older than me. He has shaggy red hair that's he keeps in a ponytail with some hair framing his face, sun-kissed skin like mine, lightning blue eyes that make most girls swoon and smile that lopsided… least in my opinion it is.
I don't know why Kyuubi doesn't have a job even he's a really smart guy. He could any job he wanted even he would put some effort into looking for one. Kyuubi is at home all the time with his nose in a book and gone most of the night, doing who knows what or who. I don't know what he's doing all night long but it's none of my business and it's not like he's going to tell me even if I ask.
I flop on my bed and just stare at the ceiling. My mind was wondering back to when I was talking to Sasuke and I planted that kiss on him. He had a really cute blush on his face and it made him even more adorable than usual. I wasn't too sure if he was telling me the truth about being stressed out but I'll let it slide for the time being. I'm glad that I'm getting him to open up to me sorta.
"What are you thinking about, Lil bro?" Kyuubi asked snapping me out of my thoughts.
I looked at him but he didn't look up from the book that he was reading. I couldn't see the title of the book that he was reading but I have a feeling that it has something to do with going out at night.
"What are you reading?" I asked curiosity getting the best of me.
"The Players Handbook: To Getting Woman" He said smirking.
I rolled my eyes. Of course he would be reading something like that. He's such a big player that it was ridiculous. It also makes sense of why he's so overprotective of Hinata. Kyuubi knows how most guys are dogs and he doesn't trust them with his little sister. I'm just as protective of Hinata as Kyuubi but he can… take to the extreme sometimes.
Whenever Hinata brings home a boy that she likes, Kyuubi would scare him so bad that said guy would steer clear of Hinata. I think it's funny but Hinata doesn't. She never really had a boyfriend that Kyuubi has scare off but knows that he doesn't it out of love. Kyuubi might be crazy but he's through when it comes to interrogation.
"Now that I'd answered your question, answer mine" Kyuubi said turning the page.
"I was thinking about someone" I said looking at the ceiling.
"Who is he?"
"What makes you think it's a he?" I asked raising an eyebrow. "Because I'm your big brother and I know you better than that"
"He's a guy from my school. I'm trying to get close to him but he's keeping me at a really good distance" I said sighing.
"Are you looking for just a hookup or something else?" He asked curious.
"I don't wanna just hookup with him, I wanna get to know him and maybe take him out on a date but he won't let me" I said frowning.
"Try a different approach. If what you're doing isn't working then switch it up" Kyuubi said closing his book.
He puts on his sneakers and walks out the door. Switch it up, huh? It just might work. I swear that Kyuubi has a brilliant idea every blue moon.
End of ch. 4