So, on to the next chapter. Can any of you guess where in Pride and Prejudice this story line is correlated to? We are about halfway.
And yes, finally to get to what you all have been reading through to get to. Sakura and Sasuke moments to follow haha!
Thanks for all the reviews I have recieved. I have really enjoyed reading them.
A/N: I do not own Naruto, or Pride and Prejudice.
Chapter Six: When Fate Laughs At You
Sakura frowned. She just couldn't seem to decide on what to wear the Tenten's boss's dinner. After much fumbling around, trying on the different things she brought, she finally decided on a black pencil skirt with a white and grey ruffly shirt. She wore her black heels, along with her pearl earrings and bracelet. Tenten said her boss was kind of into high class, so it was probably best to dress relatively nice. Not that Sakura necessarily minded dressing nice, she was just picky with what she wore sometimes.
"Sakura! Are you ready to go?" Tenten called from outside her room.
"Yeah! Just grabbing my purse!" Sakura called back. She grabbed her black clutch, spritzed on her favorite perfume, and opened the bedroom door. There stood Tenten, her hair down for once and not in its usual buns, in a maxi dress that was a deep green with white accents. She didn't really do jewelry.
"The cabs here. We should get going." Tenten said.
"Okay." The two girls exited the large house and got into the cab.
"So, what exactly is it that you do for your boss?" Sakura asked.
"I am just like her secretary is all. It's nice because I just work when I'm not at school. There's no set schedule. She just cares that I get it done when she wants it is all." Tenten replied.
"You are so lucky. She seems to treat you super well."
"She does. Though, she sure knows how to be mean too." Tenten mumbled. "If she doesn't like you, you better watch out."
It wasn't long before they arrived at a huge estate. There was a huge U plastered above the front doors that Sakura looked at curiously, but didn't think too about too long.
A butler opened the door, greeting them and inviting them in.
"Miss Tenten!" he exclaimed. "Good to see you. This is your guest I presume?" he asked. Tenten nodded.
"Yes, my good friend Sakura. She is staying with me." Tenten replied.
"Follow me. The mistress and her daughter are waiting in the dining room. I believe two of her nephews are in town and will be joining you guys as well tonight." The butler led them through the massive estate. They reached the dining room that was elaborately decorated with beautiful wood carvings and a crystal chandelier. The table was wood with a dark stain, and bright colored decorations of flowers and table mats adorned it. Inside sat a woman with her hair tightly curled and placed on top of her head, and a younger woman beside her with long blonde hair neatly pulled back into a pony tail.
"Your guests have arrived mam." The butler announced. The two women looked up at them with blue eyes.
"Thank you Tando. You may leave us. Inform me when my nephews arrive." and with that, she waved the butler off.
"Do come in and sit down ladies. It is good to see you miss Tenten... And your guest?" The older woman inquired.
"Oh, yes. This is Sakura Haruno. She is an old friend of mine here for a visit. Thank you very much inviting the both of us to dinner." Tenten replied politely. The two blonde women stared Sakura up and down, as if critizing and evaluating every little detail of her.
"I hope you are comfortable miss Haruno" The old lady began. "I like all my close employees to live comfortably and have a nice place for their guests as well."
"Yes! Quite comfortable. Your house that you have let Tenten stay in is beautiful." Sakura replied. The old woman grunted. Suddenly, the younger blonde woman began to whine.
"Mom, when are those boys going to be here!" She began. "I'm starving!"
"We will not eat until they get here Ino. I expect you to have manners." the older woman replied gruffly. "You two may sit. My nephews are also coming for dinner and should be here any minute."
Tenten and Sakura looked at each other, Tenten nodding as they pulled open their chairs and sat down. Then, there was a knock at the door before it was timidly opened.
"Mistress, your nephews are here." Tando announced. Sakura whipped her head around to see two figures step into the room and her eyes widened.
In stepped Sasuke Uchiha and another man with similar features, but who looked older.
Him again. He was right here in front of her. He looked at her, and Sakura though she saw a flicker of suprise in his eyes before he again held his stoic face.
"Sasuke, Itachi, come sit down. Now we may start dinner." The mistress greeted. The boys took their seats across from the girls, Sasuke across from Sakura, and Itachi across from Tenten.
Sasuke and Sakura just stared at each other. The mistress noticed this with a raised eyebrow.
"Do the two of you know each other?" She asked quizically, but still with an air demanding an answer.
"Um, we've previously met in my hometown." Sakura replied, snapping her gaze away from Sasuke.
"I see. Well then, I will just introduce you two to my older nephew then, Itachi." She replied. Itachi smiled.
"Nice to meet you ladies. Which of you girls has been the one taking such good care of my aunt's affairs?" He asked.
"I have." Tenten replied. "This is my friend Sakura. She is here visiting me and her sister."
"I see, well, nice to meet you ladies." He said politely.
Dinner went by slowly for Sakura. She felt awkward and like she was constantly being scrutinized, but she did enjoy the company of Itachi. He was polite and easy to talk to, but she was annoyed the whole dinner listening to Ino bug the crap out of Sasuke. He didn't seem too interested in conversing with Ino, which for whatever reason, made Sakura somewhat satisfied, but she didn't like that he wasn't much more interested in talking to her either. At least he didn't seem quite as rude as the chance encounter she had with him back home when she was with Sai.
Sasuke quietly watched Sakura out of the corner of his eye. She was dressed really nice, and that pencil skirt hugged her curves in places that Sasuke admitted were just right.
"Well, I would like to go sit by the fireplace now." The mistress announced as their dinner was being picked up by the maids. "I would appreciate it if you all would join me." She announced. Sakura knew, even with the little time she had spent here, that it was more like a demand.
The party got up and followed her out of the dining room and into the library where comfortable couches were placed by the fireplace and books were placed all around. Different conversations began to insue, but Sakura was mostly interested in all the books. She found one about ancient medical practices, which she always found intriguing, and sat down on a recliner to take a look at it. She was already busy reading about a very intriguing herbal remedy that was commonly used when she saw a shadow out of the corner of her eye. She snapped her head up and her heart immediately began to thump hard in her chest when she saw that it was Sasuke standing in front of her.
"I can't imagine what reason you would have to come bug me." She said cooly. As she looked back down at her book, pretending to once again read it, but she was really waiting for a reply.
"I wanted to apologize for not acknowledging you the last time our paths crossed." He replied seemingly hesistant and cooly. Sakura looked back up.
"What's it to you? Its no different from the way you already treat me, Mr. Uchiha" She retorted, emphasizing his name. Sasuke gave no response for a minute before finally replying. Sakura stared him down with a determined look on her face.
"The man you were-" He was cut off mid sentence by his aunt.
"Sasuke! Come here! I want you to tell me about all of your latest business adventures. You are so clever when it comes to that sort of thing." Sasuke looked at his aunt, then looked back at Sakura who still had a fierce look on his face. He turned to answer his aunt's call and didn't finish his sentence. Sakura sighed and went back to reading her book.
Sakura woke up the next morning glad that the night before had passed. Meeting Tenten's boss was awkward enough, but finding Sasuke and his brother there and being told that they were that woman's nephew just made it that much more awkward. Not only that, but she couldn't stop thinking about the short conversation that she had with Sasuke. His apology just kept replaying in her head over and over again. She spent most the night thinking about what he was going to say about Sai. It made her really curious.
She stretched, exiting her room in her PJ's to wander down to the kitchen and find something to eat. Upon arriving in the kitchen, she found Tenten sitting at the island bar, already chowing down on some eggs, rice, and some fruit.
"Good morning." She voiced, her mouth full of food. Sakura smiled.
"Morning." She replied. As she headed the fridge to find something to eat.
"So today, I thought we could go to the beach. Neji and Hinata are going, and I well... Invited Itachi and Sasuke to go. Itachi seemed really interested in hanging out." Tenten informed. Sakura's head whipped around to give her friend a glare.
"You invited Itachi and Sasuke?!" She exclaimed.
"Well, Itachi seems really friendly, but naturally I have to invite his younger brother. It would be rude not to." Tenten replied. Sakura grabbed a glass of orange juice and stood at the opposite side of the island contemplating what she just heard. Her friend invited the Uchihas to come play. Great.
The girls finished their breakfast, each going to their rooms to grab the things they needed. Sakura didn't bother putting on makeup and pulled her hair back into a messy ponytail. She decided on a mostly modest bikini. It covered her belly, and had good coverage around the crotch and butt area, as well as the bust, but still left a good amount of cleavage. It came up in a halter, and the back of the one piece was pretty well bare, except for the thick strap that went across mid back. The front of the bikini was rouched, where it was all pulled down to her left hip. She wasn't planning on showing that Uchiha any more than she had to today.
Tenten and Sakura were the first to arrive at the beach. They laid out their towels, deciding to just bask in the sun until more of their invitees arrived. They had just barely settled down when Hinata came running, wearing a lavender purple bikini. It had thick straps on the top part, and gave full coverage to her cleavage. Her bottoms covered well and had cute ties on the hips. Neji walked behind her calmly carrying their bags, wearing a white t shirt and back swim trunks. His swim trunks were plain.
"Sakura! Tenten!" Hinata exlcaimed as she got to them. She was wearing a straw hat to keep the sun off her face.
"Hey sis." Sakura replied.
"Hey Hinata." Tenten replied as well, already lying down, eyes closed basking in the sun. She was wearing a bikini also. .It was red with white polka dots.
Neji finally caught up putting his and Hinata's things down.
"Thanks for carrying that for me, Neji." Hinata thanked as she began to pull her towel out of her duffle bag.
"No problem." He replied. He stole a glance at Tenten before unpacking some of his things.
"S-so, we should get in the water," Hinata suggested. "Sakura, you won't believe how warm the ocean is here."
"Of course! That's part of the whole reason I came here!" Sakura replied excitedly. She looked over at Tenten who seemed perfectly content where she lay.
"Tenten, do you want to come get in with us?" She asked.
"No, not right at the moment. I'm enjoying this spot right here. Besides, someone needs to wait for the Uchihas. You guys go ahead." Tenten replied. Hinata looked at Neji.
"I'll just stay here. I'm hungry anyway and want to eat." Neji announced.
"Okay, guess it's just us for now." Sakura said happily "Race you to the water Hinata!" And with that, the two girls were off. They wasted no time geting wet. Sakura dived right in as soon as the water was deep enough.
Sasuke trudged behind his brother down into the sand. He could honestly care less about this whole thing. Though, Itachi insisted that he go with him.
"I see miss Tenten." Itachi announced, pointing over to a figure in a red polka dot swimsuit that lay on a towel. A male was beside her munching on what looked like a sandwich. He must've been who Tenten said was the other guy coming with them. Sakura and Hinata were no where in sight.
The two of them made their way over to the girl.
"Tenten, sorry we are late." Itachi said calmly as he approached the two. Tenten's eyes snapped open and she sat up.
"No big deal. I'm glad you guys decided to come after all!" She said excitedly. She motioned to the man beside her.
"This is Neji. He's Hinata's and Sakura's cousin."
"Nice to meet you." Itachi said in a friendly tone.
"Likewise," Neji replied. Sasuke didn't bother to say anything.
"Oh hey! Good timing you two. Our guests have arrived." Tenten said as she greeted Sakura and Hinata. They were busy talking and giggling about something when Sakura heard the term 'guest' and her attention was snapped away from the conversation.
Sasuke stood there, looking unamused. He wore swim trunks that were red, and his brother wore navy blue ones with white accents.
He stared at Sakura for a moment. She was wearing a pretty modest swimsuit, which for some reason he kind of liked. Her hair was wet and hung around messily on her face, and her skin gleamed in the sun since she was wet from getting in the ocean. The sand stuck to her wet legs. Sasuke really hated that he even bothered to analyze all this. That stupid pink haired girl made him think about things he tried really hard to not think about. It was frustrating. He still wont admit to himself that there was something about her that caught his attention every time their paths crossed.
And... Yay this chapter is done!
I've suffered through some really lame writers block these last couple chapters.
I'm interested in writing another story. Would anyone like to give any suggestions to another storyline they would like to read?