SMOKESCREEN
CHAPTER 4
thoughts.
- Sasuke at age of 5 -
School was fun, everybody seemed to like him. Although Sakura seemed to enjoy herself when he's with her, she seemed to not fit in.
School wasn't so fun afterall, cos Sakura was bullied, people were calling her names, and she cried.
I promised. And I didn't keep it.
I didn't like school today, cos I shouted as the other children, for bullying Sakura. They made me broke my promise.
Things are better now, I only stayed close to those who didn't bullied Sakura.
There was Naruto, he was funny.
Ino was nice, she took care of Sakura when I wasn't around.
PREVIOUSLY…
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."
SASUKE'S POV
Highly intoxicated with the hard liquor from Diamond, a certain raven hair male was currently having a good time making out with his companion. Just a little more and he would be on Fourth base. This was good enough, no need for the second or third, although the young Uchiha would certainly be glad if the red hair female was willing to give him a third base which would add up as a bonus.
They were already on bed, and just a little push and his lust will be fulfilled. Yet in a midst of that heated kissing, Sasuke couldn't help but feel a slight tugging within him, as though to tell him of his wrong doings. But it wasn't like his first time, so why now? Brushing it off, he suddenly felt a jolt under his skin, and he was certain this was no familiar sign from his sexual arousal. Irritated by the feeling, the young man stopped, earning a groan of dissatisfaction from Karin.
"Sasuke."
"Hn." It was all he answered whilst he tried to gather his thoughts, the tugging still at his heart. Unable to comprehend, the already disinterested Sasuke gave in to his now throbbing head and decided to sleep.
ITACHI'S POV
Fumbling for his keys, Itachi opened the door to the Uchiha mansion. It was already past 2 in the morning, so when he was greeted by the 50 year old butler, Tadao, the dark eye male was surprised.
"Tadao-san?!"
"Itachi-sama, you're home."
"Aa. And what is it that may have had you awake until now?" The elder Uchiha inquired. However before the elderly male could reply, Itachi enquired in regard of his sibling, a habit he had grown accustomed to seeing how his parents were often not home.
"No, Sasuke-sama has yet to return home." That statement had instantly earning a nod or understanding from the young man.
"How about Sakura?"
"Sakura-sama went out earlier on and has yet to return home either. I was waiting for her, for fear she might be lock out." The butler responded calmly. This immediately had Itachi frowning.
Sakura was never one to stay out unless it was a sleepover, which the household would have been informed beforehand, or unless she was out with Sasuke. With the absence of his younger brother, the ebony hair man decided to go with the assumption that Sakura was indeed in company of his sibling.
SAKURA'S POV
Opening her emerald green orbs, Sakura found herself shutting her eyes once more as she wince at the blinding light that was pouring in through the window. Slowly opening them again, the pinkette found herself in an unidentified location. It was a bedroom alright, expensively furnished as well, but not any one that she's familiar with. Nervousness crept within her as she tried to recall recent happenings.
Sitting up on the bed, she found herself deeply scrutinize by a young male seated at the corner of the room. His posture was leaned towards her, hands laced together placed in front of his face, partially hiding them only to reveal ruby red orbs against the seemingly fair skin. His clothes were simple, an off-white cashmere turtleneck and brown slacks, all in which only made his red mop of hair stood out. In anyway, minus his hairstyle and maybe his dressing, and trading his red for black, Sakura could've swore she might have been looking at Sasuke right then. I mean, he did have that same Sasuke-pose. And there I use to think how stupid it was, and he probably would be the only one on earth to pose that way, not that it made him any less hotter, in fact it doubled the notch. Then again - Sasuke. Immediately she inwardly growled at the name.
Seeming to notice the sudden frown appearing on her delicate features, the young male, got up from the armchair and strode towards her, a smirk forming on his face.
Gawd, why do all rich men gotta have that effing smirk that made them look so good, not that it could have won Sasuke-kun's but it's almost there anyway. Then at the realization of said male popping up in her mind repeatedly, the pink hair female became irritated, and swore to literally kill the young Uchiha when she returned home, whilst she mentally mutilate him on the spot.
Bending to meet her eyes, the young man studied her sudden change of expressions, amused by the speed of transition, he dropped his smirk and smiled a genuine smile, and extended his hand.
"I'm Sasori, Akasuna no Sasori."
Taken aback by his sudden warm greeting, Sakura blinked a couple of moments, and further observed how he looked to be in his mid-twenties, probably like Itachi, before she noticed her lack of manners and returned the handshake. "I'm Sakura."
"Just Sakura?" Uchiha Sakura or Haruno Sakura? Neither sounded right for an introduction to a stranger, especially one of wealthy status, things might get out. Contemplating hard, she finally replied.
"Haruno Sakura." Glancing nervously, she wondered what he thought about her answer. The Sasori guy then stood back up, his expression seemed to be in deep thought, before he gave a brief nod to her in acknowledgement.
Taking the opportunity, Sakura instantly blurt out the question that was already beginning to drown her in regards of her situation.
"Ano, may I ask, what happened?"
The young man, apparently thought nothing much of it and bluntly replied. "Aa, nothing. I heard your cries while walking pass. Found you and the guy. Knocked him out before calling for back up. Then I brought you over to my place, since you were unconscious, and I didn't know where you live."
"Aa. I see. Thank you for saving me. It'd be an honour if I could return you my gratitude."
"Thank you, but it's alright. It was, after all a justified act."
"Well, then thank you very much again." Sakura gave cheery smile before excusing herself." But I need to leave. Out all night without telling anyone, my family would be much worried."
Nodding in agreement, the young male offered her a ride, which Sakura gladly took.
The heavy white doors of the Uchiha household opened to reveal before the old butler – a certain ebony hair resident.
"Sasuke-sama." The butler although was used to seeing his young master coming home in the mornings and sometimes in the afternoon with clear effects of a hangover, was then surprised to find Sasuke's lone presence.
"Hn." The young man grunted a reply before heading to his own room. If he had known, he wouldn't have drunk that much, but then again, he had repeatedly told himself that. Damn himself, and right now he was dying to get into bed and continue sleeping.
Unfortunately, his needs could only be fulfilled later on as Itachi started from across the hallway, towards him. A frown was etched deep into his face, and he looked piss. As an Uchiha, Sasuke knew better when another is in a bad mood and one obvious thing to do was to steer clear in order to prevent any heated argument. However, it seemed, that this would be difficult to avoid as Itachi's fury intent was evidently meant for his younger brother.
"Where's have the two of you been?" the older man spoke, his jaws clench and his calm tone was voice. "Do you know how worried I've been? It's fine if you gallivanting around, but taking Sakura with you and not notifying me?"
"Wha-what?" It took a full moment to understand what Itachi was saying, Sakura was indeed not home, and by what he is saying, apparently, she hadn't been home since last night, and Sakura was not one to be irresponsible.
During the past hour, the Uchiha brothers were in frantic search of their adopted sibling - of all times, when their parents were out of town. The older of the two huff a long sigh, as he hung up the phone with Sasuke who was driving around. He had called back for the third time, and with no news each time. To think he was the eldest and to have watch over them.
SASUKE'S POV
Damn, damn, damn. It was the only word that could cross his mind as he berated himself for forgetting about their plans. It was all more to be damned with him, as he only recalled it when Itachi asked about the possible places where she could have been.
The family chauffer had claimed to drop the young mistress at Diamond last night, where he had been, and was supposedly been – with her.
Driving down the bustling streets of the converted popular nightlife spots, his obsidian eyes scan through thoroughly, hoping to catch a glimpse of that familiar shade of pink. It was an almost impossible feat, considering the number of hours between then and now. Plausible chances, Sakura could have left and is currently far from where he is, and hopefully, in safe hands.
SAKURA'S POV
She only returned an hour later after she awoke despite the ride being less than half an hour, as the young Akasuna male had been insistent that she had breakfast before leaving, which she had trouble declining.
As the Uchiha compound started revealing itself behind the cherry blossom trees that lined the estate, Sakura noticed the widening fraction of those wine red eyes of the man seated beside her. He wasn't shocked, and it was impossible that he was awed by the richness that adorned the building.
"You are related to the Uchihas?"
At that moment, her question of his surprise was answered. "Well, I guess so."
"Funny how, Itachi never mentioned he had a pretty doll like you living with him." Sasori smirked, and still Sakura failed to not raise it in comparison to her ebony hair child hood friend.
Blushing at his compliment, the young lady gave a polite smile before boldly questioning her benefactor. "You knew Itachi-nii san?"
"We go way back. I mean its weird that I've dropped by here a couple of times, but I've failed to have seen you around."
"Well, the estate is not small for sure."
Giving a rueful thought, the red head gave a slight nod in agreement, inviting a comfortable silence as the limousine pulled up onto the driveway, then halting in front of the celebrated entrance.
Stepping gracefully out of the vehicle, Sakura decided on an invitation, which was politely decline as he thought it'd be rude to have dropped by at almost no notice.
This, Sakura couldn't have insist, and gave a bow of gratitude before bidding her newly found acquaintance goodbye.
SAKURA'S POV
"Sakura! Where have you been?" Itachi queried, concern strongly displayed both in his voice and on his face, as the roseate stepped into the hallways. He had immediately hurried over as soon as the butler had one of the maids to send the message.
"Itachi nii-san." The pinkette greeted before hurrying to apologize for worrying him. "I'm really sorry. My cellphone was misplaced, and I knocked out at a nearby alley before being taken care off by a kind young man."
She had purposely left out the part about almost being raped, knowing Itachi, he was most likely to make a fuss, and right now all she wanted was a nice clean bath and forget about last night. However, like any older brother who had watch her since young, he knew better if she was hiding anything. Depending on the issue, the Uchiha would sometimes close an eye, but this was regarding her well-being.
Pursing his lips, he pulled another frown, his deep voice questioned her in a serious tone."Sakura, are sure there is nothing more?"
Gulping, the young lady was about to pull in a fast one about her saviour being a friend of his, but realized in time that if she mentioned that, most likely Itachi would find out from Sasori. Also, chances are the red head might let out about it. Either way, there was no way she was going to get past him.
Darting her eyes towards the marble flooring, Sakura to a deep breathe before confessing."I got into trouble, was almost raped in the alley before Sasori san intercepted and save me. I was then brought over to his place."
Darted a quick glance at the young man's face, she noticed how his obsidian pearls had widened much unusually in a moment before it his browns deepened into another round of frowns. His face was clench set, and knowing enough, it was obvious Itachi was hard on pissed, and Itachi was never pissed with her. Either annoyed or cross, but never that angry. Swallowing hard, she expected a lashing for wondering out on her own of some sort, something the Uchihas never permitted.
However, Itachi only stood back up, his arms releasing her shoulders that had ached from his subconscious stronger grip. Taking a deep breathe, the dark hair male pulled out his cell and gave it a dial before speaking into it.
"I want you home right now."
A/N:
Hello, miss me much? Heh.
Sorry for the late update. The past two weeks had been crazy with submission.
Its the hols now, and I admit, I've been neglecting this.
How could anyone not be with Kkotboda Namja?! Four goodlooking dudes, and at least real, unlike Sasuke. Haha.
Anyways, I hope you guys enjoy this.
Surprise not, it wasn't Sasuke that saved her? Although Ms. cinnamon had me contemplating. But nah, we'll leave SasuxSaku flufflies in the further chappies.
And I so agree, people these days just don't like to spare us authors reviews.
I mean, I know I've people reading. Not as much as my previous story, but they were alerting and favouriting, so why no reviews? D:
I hope I'll find surprises when I return from camp on Sat, or Sunday. I'm hoping to update next week too.
Make me happy okays?
I hope Naruto does, within the next two days. You know, with Sasuke finally appearing. *faints from long wait*
P.S thanks to those who reviewed, alerted and favourited :D