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II. Anger

"Anger is never without a reason, but seldom with a good one."

– Benjamin Franklin

Sasuke doesn't trust anyone. Not even his guardian nor his friends. No one. He relies, but doesn't trust.

Among Sasuke's circle of friends, Suigetsu is the most reliable. Most of the time, Suigetsu joked around, he was confident yet arrogant, but when expected, he could be calm and serious. He is someone Sasuke was confident to substitute for himself.

The second person would be Jugo. Jugo was quiet and kept to himself, he followed Sasuke, no questions asked. But during fights, he would be a different person—enraged and bloodthirsty. The only one who could stop him is Sasuke, and although Jugo was strong, Sasuke hated babysitting.

Kiba, on the other hand, was another story. He was more of a dog, though compared to the dogs in his family-owned pet shop, he lacked loyalty. Kiba was uncontrollable and reckless, he often disobeyed Sasuke, and often the root of Sasuke's problems. Nevertheless, Sasuke kept him around—after all, everyone serves a purpose.

So, whenever Sasuke wanted or needed something, it was Suigetsu who got it for him.

"This is all I have." Suigetsu handed Sasuke a folder, taking a seat beside Sasuke.

Sasuke scanned through the papers, then calmly placing it on the floor. Suigetsu couldn't be messing with him. "What's this?" he said, tapping his finger on the folder.

"Her file." Suigetsu sipped on his yogurt drink.

The folder contained her profile and address, and some information from the internet, not the information he wanted. "Where's her actual files?"

"I don't have it."

"Why?"

"Old man moved the student files again… but this time, I couldn't find it." Suigetsu leaned back, using both his hands as support. "I think he found out I made copies of all the freshies' files."

Sasuke sighed. Every start of the school year, Suigetsu made copies of all new student files, meaning the freshmen; and since they've been in school for three years, he would update all existing files, the sophomores and juniors. Since it was rare for transferees to transfer to Konoha High, much less during their last year, Suigetsu did not bother to touch any of the juniors' files. And for Sasuke to act on something, he needed information on who he's against. He opened the folder to the second page. "Do you think—"

Knowing what Sasuke was about to ask, Suigetsu shook his head. "If she was, she wouldn't be here."

Their conversation about the Hyuga ended, and continued with their plans regarding other matters.

Hinata was peacefully eating her lunch, when the next second her lunch was all over the floor. The person, who she remembered as Kiba, practically dragged her to the rooftop.

And that was how Hinata was currently having a staring contest with the ebony-haired boy who looked down on her. Like their last meeting, it was just the two of them.

By this time, Hinata finally had a good look at the person who continued to bother her. He had jet black hair, pale skin, and those eyes… onyx eyes that seemed to be like an abyss, a never-ending pit. Uchiha Sasuke… She recalled her female classmates gossiping about him. From his features, he's undeniably good-looking, probably more good-looking than any other person she's met.

"I told you I'm not afraid of you." Hinata spoke softly.

"Let's play a game Hyuga." Based on Sasuke's tone, Hinata knew it wasn't a suggestion but a command. She's heard that tone all her life.

"No." Hinata didn't come here to play his games. "I don't have time to play your games." For a moment, Hinata swore his eye color changed when light rays hit his face.

"You see," Sasuke jumped down the platform and stood in front of her, scrolling at the screen of his phone. "There are consequences to every action." He showed her his screen—a picture of Ebisu Udon.

White eyes narrowed. As much as Hinata wanted to ignore this guy, she didn't want anyone to get hurt. "Fine."

His lips formed into a smirk.

The air felt thick in the tiny janitorial closet Hinata was hiding in. She tried to steady her breath as the sound of chimes became louder, then relaxed when the sound gradually subsided when the people left the area.

Hide and Seek[2]. The rules were simple. Within the given time limit, don't get caught by the people with bells. If she gets caught, the person with the bell had the freedom to do anything with her—much like what they did to Ebisu Udon, although in different circumstances. To win, all she needed was to find Uchiha Sasuke till the end of school, then he would leave her be, and even Ebisu Udon would be able to return school and live a peaceful life. If she gets caught by the faculty, or if she doesn't find him till the given time limit, then these games will keep on coming.

Thirty minutes into the game, she was caught by a sophomore with a bell. She didn't think too much of the younger girl, since she didn't want to actively participate in Uchiha Sasuke's game, but when the younger girl pushed her down the stairs, it dawned to her how seriously horrible her schoolmates were. Good thing when she was pushed, she brought her knees up towards her chest, landing on the ball of her feet down. Although due to the momentum, her body was forced to roll forward towards the wall, so she brought her palms forward to stop herself.

Just with the thought of this school housing sadistic students made her grimace. Once given the freedom with no consequences, people turn into monsters. All of this just to satisfy Uchiha Sasuke's boredom… she thought.

Sweaty palms slowly twisted the door knob. Hinata cringed in pain. It must be from that fall. She held her right wrist as the door creaked open, eyes wandering left and right, checking if anyone was around. Once the hall was clear, she was out of the closet.

Hinata ran stealthily in the two buildings, checking each floor, peeking through each classroom for the sadistic boy. She only had 15 minutes left till the last bell rang, and there were still no signs of the Uchiha. Moreover, she's noticed, in every major hallway she's been in, seconds later, there would be someone right behind her, but once she's reached the connected hallways, they couldn't find her. Then it dawned to her. Hinata peeked at the corner of third floor, leading to a major hallway. There was a camera.

Of course! What better place to watch someone than the security room! Hinata ran to the next building's first floor, heading to the security room. However, when she opened the door, the room was empty, except for the screens displaying live-footage.

5 minutes left.

She banged her fist on the door, forgetting the pain that traveled through her arm. There's no way to win his games. Suddenly her phone vibrated in her pocket. Checking the message, her eyes twitched, then she slid her phone back in her pocket running to her next destination.

The Principal's office.

Suigetsu, whose body was sprawled comfortably on the couch, counted down. "10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4—" The door abruptly opened, revealing a panting Hyuga.

The school bell rang.

Onyx eyes narrowed. How did she—? He was watching her for the whole time in the security room, and by the time he's noticed that she's figured out that he was there, he moved to Kakashi's office, which was located in the main building, not the same building as the security room. He saw her check Kakashi's office at the first hour, so unless she knew to check his office one last time… For sure, by the time she's checked each security feed, the time was already over.

"I win." Hearing her say that made him irritated, adding to Suigetsu's mocking laugh.

"Leave." He swiveled the chair to face the window. He heard her whisper, "Stay away from me," before the door closed. His fist clenched tightly.

"From her files to this game," Suigetsu laugh died down. "Someone up there must really favor her."

Days passed and Sasuke's been more irritated that usual. He was someone who keeps his word, so yes, he hasn't bothered her with his games. But that deal doesn't exempt his friends, specifically Kiba, to do something. Things happened around her, but she had escaped every single one, no bruises nor scratches.

He expected the Hyuga to be bawling her eyes by now, kneeling in front of him, begging for him to stop. But no, she's still attending her classes like nothing's happened. He remembered those eyes when he watched her get surrounded by his pawns, those passive eyes stared at him as if mocking him. The mechanical pencil in his hand broke in to two.

This was the first time he'd taken action against a girl. More or less, lose a game to her. Why? Well usually, girls bow down and kiss his feet, not go against him. Though fan girls annoyed Sasuke, this was more irritating.

The bell rang. Third period was over, he hated the next period, so left. No one cared what he did, since he has the best grades. Even if he was free to do whatever he wanted or pleased, because his guardian is the principal, he would still attend some classes… if he felt like doing so. After all, he needed to graduate from high school to shake Kakashi off his back.

Sasuke headed to the rooftop—his favorite place. The rooftop was where he could overlook what everyone was doing, like tiny little ants working to stay alive. He eyed the class[1] who were occupying the field. Suigetsu's section, so... His eyes scanned through and found the indigo-haired girl.

She wasn't hard to find. The girl was like a mouse, even if she was meek, her presence screamed for attention. He watched Iruka, the gym teacher, called her up since she was heading towards starting line of the long-jump track. One of the girls drew her foot out to trip the Hyuga, and Sasuke assumed that she would fall flat on her face. Nevertheless, Hyuga proved him wrong by collecting herself and adjusting her balance. She didn't spare a look on the girls that tried to trip her, but continued walking to the starting line with her back straight and chin high.

Sasuke's hands tightly gripped on the chain-linked fence. She was seriously getting on his nerves. Even after everything, how could she act like nothing happened? His knuckles turned white. I'll break you soon, Hyuga.

Hinata couldn't be happier when the weekend came, it meant that she wouldn't have to deal with the drama her classmates craved for. Her hand unconsciously caressed her bandaged hand. It's been two weeks since that game with Uchiha Sasuke, and although he hasn't made contact with her, his friends and pawns have been on her back non-stop, giving no time for her wrist to fully heal.

So here she was in the middle of the park, trying to let loose of all the stress that had accumulated throughout the week.

Hinata heard an incomprehensible shout before she was tackled[3] to the ground. Seconds later, the big dog kept licking her. She laughed, trying to keep the dog out of her face, while patting its sides.

"Akamaru!" The owner ran to her. "Yikes! He usually doesn't get overly excited with strangers."

Hinata chuckled, dusting off her clothes, and readjusting her bangs underneath the baseball cap that rested on her head. "No worries, your dog's really… um… energetic." She leaned towards the dog, and scuffed his fur.

"H-Hyuga?"

She looked up, her white orbs meeting slanted black ones. Her hand retreated back to her sides, her foot stepping back. Inuzuka Kiba.

"Uh…" Was all that escaped the brunette's lips, as his eyes traveled around her body. Hinata unconsciously slipped her hands in her pockets, tugging her jacket down to protect herself from the brunettes wandering eyes. She was dressed up in a baggy varsity jacket and black leggings, paired up with mid-calf boots. Her hair was up in a pony tail.

He cleared his throat, cheeks tinted pink. "You look… suspicious!"

They were practically wearing the same thing. Except he had shorts on paired with sneakers. "Suspicious?" Hinata eyed him. He has been picking on her for the whole week, and now he chose to show up during the weekend too? Also, what right did he have to criticize her clothes?

Kiba looked away. "I've never seen you around here! And I'm always here! And you watching those kids with that get-up…" He tried to sneak a glance at the indigo-haired girl, but the girl never took her eyes off him. Blushing that he's been caught, he continued. "Maybe even Akamaru knew you were suspicious that's why he jumped you!"

Akamaru barked at Kiba, then wiggled out of his grip, trudging towards Hinata.

"Wha— Traitor." Kiba muttered.

So they're also watching me during the weekends? "Uchiha Sasuke even has you working during the weekends, huh?" Hinata tried to keep the dog away from her.

"Y-YOU—" Kiba threw his first towards her, but she deflected his fist. Akamaru backed away from Hinata and growled at her, sensing danger for his owner.

Hinata icily stared at the dog, then back at Kiba. "Keep your dog on a leash."

1] Suigetsu and Hinata are in the same section. Though for some reason, Suigetsu cuts class a lot.

[2] Sasuke has a thing for games, you'll know why later. ;)

[3] Excerpt:

Akamaru was a smart dog, probably smarter than Kiba himself. For the past few days, Akamaru noticed Kiba changed. For some days, Kiba would come home irritated basked in his usual sent, and on some days, he would home with a grin on his face, though he would be covered with a different scent. And here he was, staring at his owner, who watched the indigo-haired girl that carried the scent that made his owner giddy. Akamaru, being the smart dog that he was, deduced that his owner liked this girl. Therefore, he took the initiative for his owner to make a move to keep Kiba happy.