Behind A Cold Shell

by reychop

Who would ever love and idiot like you' The poison words left his mouth without realizing, that by tomorrow, nothing would be the same. SasuNaru LEMON. maybe MPREG?

8. Chapter 8: Past and Memories

Chapter 8: Pasts and Memories: Welcome to the Chuunin Exams

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The group walked in silence to their destination…

On their way, the group soon noticed that almost everyone is staring at their direction. Some were even drooling. But the group decided to ignore it except for Naruto with a visible smirk plastered on his face.

Sasuke was the only one who noticed that smirk since Sakura was busy looking around thinking that the attention was directed to her. Now the dobe is smirking. Minutes ago, he was in a bad mood and now something seems to be up. I wonder what it is… But Sasuke need not to worry or trouble himself for as they reached the door, they were greeted by Neji and his team…

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"Hello Naruto-kun. So I have heard that you and Hinata-sama have been together lately…" Neji smiled at Naruto. "Take good care of her…"

"Oh? So the rumors spread fast then? I am glad." Neji could only nod while looking at the confused Uchiha and Sakura.

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Upon hearing Neji's words, Sasuke's world came to a halt. Naruto? Hinata? Together? Am I hearing this right? Oh no. This cant be… And what's worse is, Naruto doesn't act cold around Neji. Could it be that all of this was just an act? No, this couldn't be. But seeing this event does prove it. But this is too impossible. How could a dead last plan something like this?But Sasuke's thought was interrupted when he sensed something. A Genjutsu…

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Ignoring Naruto and Neji's conversation, Sasuke launched himself to the guard and grab him by the collar. "I don't know what you are planning but I cant see the reason why you use such an obvious genjutsu, so I suggest you drop it."

The guard was surprised at first but then, his expression turned to amused. "I see you saw through the genjutsu but that is not enough for a ninja. You should also be aware of your surroundings!!!" And, without a warning, the guard kicked Sasuke

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Time went so fast. And without realizing it, and orange blurred their vision. And upon recovering, they saw the situation better.

Naruto was shielding Sasuke with his left arm and his other hand caught the guards legs.

"You bastard! We are already late and yet you are still causing troubles! Heh, some AVENGER you are. Attacking your enemies blindly would be your downfall."

Sasuke just stared at Naruto. Both Sasuke and the guard was shocked. And before the both of them could recover, Naruto spoke again, "Now this seems familiar. Ah yes, this happen last year. You never learn Sasuke. I'm going out for a while see you guys later."

Sasuke opened his mouth but no words came out.

Minutes of Silence surrounded the group

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As Naruto turned to leave, Sakura grab his wrist and shouts at him. "Where are you going you baka! Cant you see we are already late? Don't be such a burden and behave yourself!"

A strong killing intent filled the room and the once raging Sakura was now trembling with fear.

But before anyone could answer, the guard, just recovering from the shock, said, "Oh, its quite alright. I have received words that the schedule was moved 30 minutes later. All of the participants are advised to take a rest and relax"

"I suggest, that you shut your mouth next time when you are not included in the conversation Haruno." Freeing himself from Sakura's grip, he walked to the door.

Then, the guard spoke, "Wow, you changed a lot kid. You have grown strong. I am quite sure that you can survive the exams even when you are alone."

Naruto turned to him, "Oh really? Who would have think about it. But I think its true. Having your best friend betray you could add some to your strength." Sasuke flinched at that With that said, he left the scene.

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Seeing that Sakura had just been traumatized by the killing intent emitted by Naruto, Sasuke decided to bring Sakura to a clinic. Here, he got time to think and sort some things out.

Sakura was just given her calming shots and Sasuke was sitting beside her bed.

Naruto, what are you thinking? Sakura is now in this critical condition. Luckily the doctors said she would recover in 20 minutes or else, we would not have attended this years, exams.

And then, a sudden remembrance of the earlier event made Sasuke cringed. 'Having your best friend betray you could add some of your strength.' Then that's the time when he remembered his betrayal to konaha.

Flashback

Naruto caught up with Sasuke in the Valley of end.

"Dobe, what are you doing here? Get back to the village. No matter what you do, I am not coming back."

"What are you talking about you bastard! No matter what it takes, I would bring you back. That's for sure."

"Really? Hmmm, this would make a fine gift to Konoha's sandaime and godaime." Then he laughed.

"What are you talking about?"

"If you stand in my way, then you are my enemy."

"Oh come on, Sasuke-teme, you cant…"

"Save your breath Naruto." And without a warning, he shoved a chidori on Naruto's chest.

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Minutes passed and Naruto was now coughing blood. Fear suddenly reigned over Sasuke. Rushing to his best friend, he felt that his pulse is getting weaker and weaker. Forgetting his ambition, he carried Naruto as fast as he could to the village ignoring the questions Kakashi bombarded to him.

Sandaime was glad that the Uchiha returned and Tsunade was happy that Naruto's wound wasn't too deep.

After weeks of Trial, the council sentenced Sasuke to life imprisonment but Naruto intervened. And the sentence was lessened. Instead of life imprisonment, Sasuke would not do any missions higer than D rank for 3 years and he would not use any chakra during that time.

And not sooner after that, he was accepted in the village again.

End Flashback

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A lone tear fell from Sasuke's face. Had it not for Naruto, Sasuke would have been enslaved by Orochimaru. If it wasn't for Naruto, Sasuke would have been inhabited by Orochimaru. And if it wasn't for Naruto, Sasuke's future would have been lost.

Soon, dobe, I will free you. I will make you happy, I promise you that. Was Sasuke's last thoughts before allowing darkness to surround him and rock him gently to sleep.

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Author's Messages:

1. I am sorry for the late update but I was carried away by parties and Christmas masses. I am also busy creating a new SasuNaru site and collecting images for it. Well, enjoy this chapter. I am still sleepy for writing this one so if you think that I should rewrite it, just tell me. I got lots more ideas but I have no ideas how to show them in this chapter since the main purpose of this chapter is to explain why Sasuke wasn't at the Sound training with Orochimaru.

2. More will be revealed next chapter. See you soon!!!