SMOKESCREEN
CHAPTER 3
thoughts.
- Sasuke at the age of 4 -
They were watching a late night movie while his parents were out of the country. They – Sasuke, Itachi and Sakura, all cramped up in Itachi's room. They were watching Mimic.
The movie barely started, but Sakura was already snuggled up against Itachi on the other side. Little Sasuke on the other hand was barely paying attention to the movie, his attention entirely focus on the two as a feeling of jealousy filled him.
Young as he was, Sasuke had always looked up to his brother, and, probably being a Uchiha, he never liked to share anything he likes. Not even if it was a girl with bubblegum hair.
"Yes Sasuke? Why aren't you watching the movie?" The older Uchiha asked when he noticed his otouto glaring at Sakura.
Pouting, he whined, "Why does Sakura gets to snuggle with you?"
Upon hearing this, Itachi chuckled,"Foolish brother, you can snuggle up over here if you want to." The obsidian teen indicated to his left side.
"But she's still here." The young boy complained, his frown never leaving his face.
"Well, I'm just one person, you can't expect me to split myself, can you?"
Feeling exasperated, Sasuke called over to the girl," Oi, move away Sakura." Instantly the girl face read surprise and confusion.
"Why?"
"Cos Itachi is my nii-san."
"But I call Itachi nii-san, nii san too." The girl pouted.
"But, but…" Frustrated, Sasuke gave his hair a rough tug, then shouted,"I don't care, you can go find some other nii-san to hug."
"No. You go." Sakura retorted.
"No, you go."
"No. You go."
After five minutes of arguing, Itachi finally couldn't stand watching the two argue, seeing how he was barely able to watch the movie in peace either, he said to the two young ones."You two can argue all you want, I'm getting out of here."
"See what you've done." Sakura chided her companion. The room was then turned to silence seeing how Sasuke had nothing to retort. Unconsciously, the two began watching the movie, when all of a sudden… Screaming at the top of their lungs, the children held onto each other in fear at the appearance of the alien.
Re-entering the room at the sound of the screams, Itachi held the sight and smirked at the two,"Now, should've known better to let the two of you snuggle up to each other."
Tonight, nii-san taught us to protect each other.
PREVIOUSLY…
Karin returned the attention; clearly she wasn't listening much to class. Leaning towards her, Sasuke whispered close into her ear, "Meet me at my locker after school."
SAKURA'S POV
It was lunch that day, and as usual (considering it as her usual single days), Sakura was with her clique at their usual table.
Light and jovial conversations were held, and never once or any concern was brought up regarding Sakura's latest break up, and the girl seemed to have gotten well enough. Maybe I didn't like him as much as I thought. Sakura frowned at the revelation, very much annoyed when she realized her slow reaction, if she had known; she'd probably saved a bucket of tears.
Unbeknownst to her, Ino was staring at her, taking note of her outfit. "You look nice today." She complimented offhandedly, immediately holding onto the attention from the table.
"Eh? Aa, yeah, thanks." Sakura replied, slightly blushing. She was never used to the compliments unlike the other Uchihas, who proudly accepted them as though it was clearly they deserved it. No, she was the only one who blushed from it, and maybe Mikoto was the only one who knew how to be humble.
"You looked like you just had sex though." The blonde female added with a tease, whilst Tenten and Naruto broke into laughter, the rest simply held bewildered expressions, except for
Hinata and Sakura who was pretty much blushing furiously, her mouth unglamorously gaped.
"W-what?!"
"Yeah, maybe this could be your so called 'after-sex'look. Maybe with the included of a scrunched up-messy hairdo, and tadah, there we have it."
Immediately the whole table minus burst into laughters, minus Hinata who was still blushing with a look of sympathy, and Neji, who although disapprove of their brazen comment, couldn't helped but smirked, and along with the Uchiha, who so happened to be not sucking faces, like how Ino would say.
Once the laughter died down as they panted for breathe, Naruto suddenly commented, "You know, this shirt looks quite familiar."
"I think so too." Another agreement, and ended the whole table was trying to figure where they've seen the shirt before.
"I KNOW!" Naruto exclaimed, his excitement no longer containable."It's teme's favourite shirt. He wore this one most often. I could easily tell it from anywhere."
Instantly all gazes turned towards the stoic teen at the corner, who simply kept a blank look on his face, and shrugged.
Looks and raised browns of curiosity were exchanged, but no one said further, an awkward silence beheld, Sakura simply knew it. I mean, it's just Sasuke-kun's shirt, why is it such a big deal?! It's not like they don't know how close we are. Until her best friend broke the silence.
"At least it looked nice on you. Although I do wonder since Ice Prince here wears it that often, why hasn't any of his fans started hunting you." Instantly causing two certain concerned parties to freeze inwardly.
SASUKE'S POV
Finally the last class has ended. And Sasuke Uchiha hates the last class to the max. It was Chemistry, one class that was utter boredom, and he never could get a grasp of it no matter how of a prodigy he is. In addition to the boring subject, their teacher – Orochimaru sensei was a creep, always giving him that perved look that makes his insides shivers, and he didn't had back up. None of his friends were with him, so should one day he was ever raped by the perved sensei, there won't ever be help.
Stopping short in front of his locker, the raven haired male cringed even at his on thoughts. Clearing his mind, he placed his stuff and was about to head off, when a sultry voice called him.
Women and lust, the musical note in their tone never failed to catch his hearing. Turning around, lean teen was 'rewarded' from a 'hard day' as a pair of long legs sashayed her shapely hips towards him. In a few steps, the fiery red hair girl had designated by his side, her husky voice, inviting his temptation."Hey there Sasuke-kun."
Hn.
SAKURA'S POV
Sakura headed home right after school, partly to run away from observant fan girls of the school's residential player, who had thought either the shirt was stolen or she bought it on purpose so she could try to couple wear it with their beloved. The other reason was also because it was a Friday. Not just any Friday, but the day of the private concert by Broken Records at the most happening club in town, Diamond and only exclusive people had invitations. Being Uchiha, they were naturally welcomed. Although Sakura wasn't a real Uchiha, Sasuke had brought her round such events enough for her to have met people and earn the exclusiveness herself.
However, concerning such, the main point was that it was the only thing that kept Sasuke's mind clear and away from simply fooling around. Ever since their first event, it had been silently made known between the two that it'd be their official bonding time as a family, or friends. Which ever that mattered more.
Furthermore, this was a concert by Broken Records, the favourite rock band of the two, with Sakura being fully influenced by the youngest Uchiha. Just the thought of able to enjoy awesome music and have an awesome time, Sakura could barely keep her excitement within.
It was 8.30pm, and there was still no sign of Uchiha Sasuke. Possibly that it might have slipped out f his mind, Sakura dialed his mobile, only to be received by the voicemail. Trying again, she received the same response. Giving up she decided to text him. Yet there still wasn't any reply.
Feeling impatient, she went off to dress up.
For Sakura, unlike any other girls, dressing up was simple. Seeing how all she needed was to choose between clothes as she barely put on any make up, except maybe a lip gloss and eyeliner.
With quick decision, she pulled on a black halter neck and a floral flare skirt that came up just above her knees. It was a little short, but it didn't get to her, after all, what's clubbing if one isn't dress for hots. The roseate teen thought a little mischievously. Donning on a belt and some hand accessories, Sakura slipped into a pair of black biker's boots, grabbing onto her valuables, she decided she'd probably find her friend at the club. Annoyingly, she reminded herself to kill him for forgetting about if she sees him. Stupid Sasuke.
Stepping out of the family's limo, a chilling sensation shot through the rosette's spine, it being her first time to such places alone. However, like a Uchiha should be, Sakura managed to compose herself, pulling a confident aura, she sashayed into the club, instantly earning ogling eyes from the raging male hormones.
As usual, being a party like this at Diamond meant lots of people, lots of unknown people.
Sure there were a few famous icons as well, but still many of which unknown to the pinkette. Despite being part of the Uchiha family and the last Haruno, Mikoto had always been unwilling to let her gain the attention of the media, claiming to protect her best friend's daughter from the cruel scrutiny of the paparazzi, although she did promise to introduce her soon, once most likely by the age of 21.
However, with Sasuke bringing her places of such, had already let others in of presence of the Haruno heir.
Briefly the young woman had been told of her parentage, how her parents, the famous Harunos who died in a car accident, leaving all their wealth to their only daughter, who would have been harmed in the eyes of greed of others.
With intent of having a great time, Sakura pushed her thoughts out and headed towards the bar, thinking that it'd be the best place to start.
Idly sitting by the bar, Sakura was mildly entertained by the cute bartender as he mixed exotic looking drinks, of which were lightly alcoholic that he had her tried. However, right as she was sipping her lime vodka, a random clubber invited her to dance. Feeling bored then, the pinkette agreed, although deep within she felt uneasy, as how she was alone.
Turned out, it was only got the ball rolling. Dancing at the clubs had never been more fun than this, as Sakura swayed her slim hips, inviting guys and girls alike to dance with her.
Dancing for almost an hour since, her first partner long parted from her, and right now some random hottie was grinding her like he owned her. So what if he's hot. Sakura was getting slightly turned off and a little irritated, in addition to the exhaustion from non-stop hour of euphoria, the young Haruno pushed herself away head back to the bar counter, before she could make an order, a waiter handed her a martini. Puzzled by his offer, the waiter only turned his head towards a direction of another male with blonde mane who winked at her. Hesitating, the coral hair girl decided to decline and requested for a Long Island Ice tea.
Just as she received her drink, the man from who offered her the drink had taken the seat beside her. After a brief glance to who it was, Sakura ignored the guy and returned to her drink. It was a rude gesture, who clearly wanted to be left alone for the moment, however the guy was barely offended, or if he is, she couldn't tell. Not with the smirk he was wearing. But his smirk can't be compared to Sasuke-kun's. She subconsciously thought.
"Hello to you." The man began. With an arm stretched out, he introduced himself. "I'm Ryan Miyagi. And you are?"
"Hi back to you. Am not interested to know neither do I want to let on my name." The pinkette replied in a bored voice, her expression kept impassive.
Sakura could have bet she sighted a scowl from the guy. But it was far to fast for her to be sure, seeing how he had kept the smirk on, which was pulling wider into a lopsided smile. Despite how Sasuke would have looked better, the man wore that lopsided grin well on his chiseled features, but it was noted how the gleam in his pale brown eyes held murder. That instant eye contact shivered the petite girl.
Smirking once more, his eyes carrying the same emotion, he flirted." It's alright, what's a name anyway, as long as one enjoys a night like this. How about we forget the introduction and get moving by the dance floor."
Slightly frightened, the girl was about t ignore him once more when she caught sight of a certain raven hair male in the far off distance behind Ryan. Finishing her drink, Sakura stood up and started her way but was held back by the offended male. "Come on, it's just a dance. It's the club. So let's be moving."
Annoyance had already replaced all signs of fears, and the rosette tried to tug her wrist out of his grip. "Not interested, you mind letting go?!" But his hands stayed firm.
"Bug off creep!" The young woman raised her voice causing the blonde man to instantly let go, his hands in the air and his expression played the innocent act he was attempting to portray. Smirking, he leaned towards Sakura, and snarled, "Have fun while it lasts."
Shaken from his words, the pinkette stood from her seat, and decided to continue a look out for Sasuke. However, after fifteen minutes of scanning through the club, she got frustrated. It was hard to spot him with the number of people in here, and clearly the club's lightings were creating a slight headache, maybe with addition of the alcohol, although she hadn't drank a lot.
Giving up, Sakura decided to leave, especially since the mood had been destroyed by that creep.
Once out of the club, Sakura searched through her purse for her cellular to call the chauffer, but it seemed she had misplaced it. Irritated, the girl started to pace downtown towards the main road hoping to be able to catch a cab, whilst she muttered cuss words and grumbled for a bad end to the night.
Lost in her own mind, Sakura barely paid attention to her surroundings, when all of a sudden, a pair of rough hands came from behind her, one muffled her whilst another had a vice grip of her wrists.
In a second, she was being dragged to one of the back alleys that she had just passed.
Pinned against the wall with a hard push, the girl recovered from her shock and look up to come in gaze with the blonde man she met earlier on. Bastard, with a helluva nerve to attack her at such a time. Estimated it could probably be around 12 midnight, and the freaking creep was already trying to mess with her. Fighting with all her might to resist, Sakura managed to aim for a hard kick in his shin but was returned with a hard slap across her left cheek, the impact goading her tears to fall, making herself look weak and pathetic.
"Fucking bitch, eh. Rude and all when I was being nice to you. If you had been smarter, I wouldn't have to do this here. But since you ask for it." Sneered the half blood. His torso was pressed against the petite girl, both her wrists held tightly within his right hand, allowing his other limb to roam about as he wish, whilst the poor female could only muster whimpers at each contact by his filthy paws.
She wasn't as weak as he thought, fucking asshole, I bet I could've taken him anytime. I'm a fucking trained Uchiha, I can easily kick his ass. I've learned enough martial arts I could have. Sasuke knows it, he knows I'm strong. He knows.
Just as he was about to reach under her skirt, the man was violently pulled off the pinkette. Finally relieved from his grasp, Sakura could only slum to the ground partly from exhaustion and partly from the effects of the alcohol. Her vision hazed at what it seemed that the Ryan dude was being beaten up. After a couple of minutes, an unknown person came face to face with her. His lips seemed to be moving, but nothing was registered in her mind. Soon, everything became black, not before she called out. "Sasuke."
A/N:
Hello again. Sorry am a lil late on this. I was quite refusing to upload a chapter until I was at least a chapter ahead. But, then after awhile I thought, to heck with it. I would make someone's day by updating if he/she was looking forward to this.
So, ta-dah. Ok, hope you guys really like this, cos... Oh wells, I wrote alot. Haha.
And yes, since I've yet to produce a chapter 4 yet, ya, be prepared to wait well, a little longer.
Good news though, I'll be having my 2 weeks of break in a 2 week's time, so... I'll try to write loads and update often.
And thank you for waiting, and reviewing.
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