°Behind her smile°
Disclaimer: Should be kind of obvious that I don't own Naruto .
Summary: Sakura Haruno, a beautiful pink-haired woman, has finally gotten her dream to come true. On one night, the Sasuke Uchiha had finally proposed to her, confessing to her about his feelings. After two happy years, he said that he had a meeting one night. Sakura waited all night, but he didn't come back until the next morning. She understood about his work, but why did he smell like smoke and beer? Why did he look someone who had just been drunk? Why did he have smell a bit like….perfume?
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Kawaii.Miyu.Chan- Sakura's voice most likely her thoughts
Chapter 2- Scent
What's a promise?
I always ask myself this question.
I even had to look in the dictionary.
The definition said
"To assure somebody
that something will certainly
happen or be done"
I smiled at this definition.
To assure.
I'm sure that's assuring
Their definition was kind of
Different than mine.
Of course lots of promises are made
But I'm talking about very
Important promises.
My promises are different
Than anyone else's
Mine are serious.
Far more serious than you think.
It includes my life.
I love Sasuke Uchiha
No matter what he does.
He'll always be the one in my heart
No matter how much he hurts me
So I'm willing
To give my life
To him.
Sasuke snapped his phone shut after informing his butler that he wasn't coming home for dinner. He sighed. He hoped Sakura didn't suspect anything or else for sure, he was dead. He straightened his suit and walked out the company. He glanced at the faint pink sky, unconsciously smiling as he realized it kind of reminded him of Sakura's hair. He shook his head. If he thought about her, he'll start feeling guilty about going to the club. Did he love her? Of course he did, but this was just a too great opportunity to pass for beating Neji. Sasuke jerked his head when he heard a honk.
Naruto's head popped out the window of the long black limo, grinning. Sasuke rolled his eyes and stalked over to the limo. Naruto leaned over and opened the door.
"Glad to have you here, teme", Naruto commented. Sasuke scoffed and sat down on the seat, crossing his arms. Glancing around, he noticed that there was a woman with them who was clinging onto Shikamaru's arm. Realizations slowly flowed through his head and he watched the woman flirt with Shikamaru. Guess Ino was given up too, he thought.
Shikamaru noticed Sasuke shaking his head in confusion and smirked.
" Well, Sasuke. I'd like you to meet Kin", Shikamaru introduced. Kin batted her eyelashes and giggled annoyingly.
"Nice to meet you, Sasuke-kun", she purred. Sasuke frowned and glared coldly at her.
"Hn", he replied. Turning his head, he glanced out the window, the club slowly coming into view. Neji smirked at Sasuke, clearing his throat.
"I know you're uncomfortable, but stop being a chicken, Uchiha. Who's cares about Sakura? She's not the boss of you. You're softening up", Neji stated. Sasuke whipped his head around, glaring at Neji.
"I'm not softening up! Fine, we'll see who gets the most girls!" Sasuke snarled. Neji smirked. He knew Sasuke was overreacting when it comes to Sakura especially betraying her. Neji mentally shook his head. Sasuke was getting to attached like he had with Tenten. When he started to realize it, he formed a plan with Shikamaru since they both started to lose their cool.
Naruto placed his hands behind his head. Sighing, he watched Sasuke's face calm and slowly went back to his emotionless face. The limo stopped in front of the club and the door was opened for them. The four hot men and the one woman clinging onto Shikamaru stepped out of the car. Sasuke inhaled, trying to push the guilt aside.
"Well, let's go!" Naruto yelled, jumping in excitement. All of them stepped into the club, the smell of drugs hitting them. Practically all the girls turned their head to their figures and squealed, rushing over to them.
"Gomen, Sakura", Sasuke whispered to himself.
Sakura poked her steak with her fork. She was slowly losing appetite. Normally, she and Sasuke would have fun conversations about each other's work, but now she sat alone at the long eating table. She sighed. She really hoped that Sasuke would come back soon. She glanced at the clock. It was almost 10:00 pm meaning an hour already passed. Chewing her lip, she perked up her ears so she knew when the door would open.
After a few minutes, her hope started to falter and pretty soon, she gave up. Sighing. She pushed her plate away from herself and stood up. Walking towards the stairs, she stopped when one of the maids called her by name.
"Sakura-hime! Dajibou desu ka? You didn't finish your dinner », she asked in concern. Sakura shook her head and smiled softly.
"Dajibou. I'm just not hungry. Tell the chefs I'm sorry for wasting the food", Sakura answered quietly. The maid gave her a look of concern before bowing and following her orders. Sakura carefully walked up the stairs, making her way towards Sasuke's and her bedroom. Frowning, she glanced at the clock. Half an hour had past and still no Sasuke. Taking out her cellphone from her purse, which was hanging on a chair, she dialed her husband's number. Reassuring herself that he'd pick up, she listened and waited.
Sasuke smirked and chucked down another cup of beer. Breathing hard, he turned to Neji.
"Well Hyuuga. How many girls so far?" he asked curiously. Neji raised his cup and scoffed.
"132 girls. What about you, Uchiha?"
"Loser. I got 150". Sasuke smirked when he saw a group of girls make their way towards him. "Regardless, I'm the winner".
Neji frowned as he watched the fangirls surround Sasuke. Rolling his eyes, he walked of to the dance floor and randomly graves a slut to dance with. Sasuke sort of grinned triumphantly as he wrapped his arms around two girls that were on each side of him. Sudeenly, he jerked his head when he noticed his cellphone vibrating in his jean pocket.
"Wait a second, ladies. Cellphone ringing", he growled sexily, withdrawing his arms. The girls moaned in annoyance.
"Mou, Sasuke-kun! Ignore it!" they cried in unison. Sasuke smirked at them and rewrapped his arms around their waists. The girls flushed and gazed lustfully at him. Placing their hands on his thighs, they leaned forward and licked his cheek. Sasuke groaned, ignoring his vibrating cellphone before grabbing the sluts and heatedly made out with them.
Sakura frowned as she listened to the ringing continuously. "Come on. Pick up!" she urged out loud.
………….
……
..Click...
…….
"You have reached Sasuke Uchiha. I can't reach the phone right now. Leave a message after the beep and it better be important."
………..
…………….
….Beep…..
Sakura smiled softly just listening to her husband's voice. Sighing, she hung up her cellphone. Dropping it on the bedside table, she grabbed her pajamas that her maids had laid out for her. Closing the bathroom door, she quickly grabbed her towel and hooked on the hook of the bathroom wall and undressed. Pulling out her bun, her cotton candy hair cascaded down to her back and she dipped her toes in the bathtub, checking if the water was hot enough. Stepping into the tub, she lowered herself into the water, relaxing her muscles. Scooping up the foamy bubbles in her hands, she smiled to herself, thinking how silly she looked. Blowing the bubbles, she leaned her head on the edge of the tub, letting all the thoughts of today's events sink into her mind.
She felt so bad for Ino. Sakura tried really hard to think of a plan to demand an explanation with Shikamaru.
Wel,l maybe I can go to her house to check on him or follow him around to see what he really is up to. Then again, I have my project for work to finish. Arghhh. I don't even want to do it! Well, maybe I should call her later! Now about my problem. Well, I have none. At least I don't think so. Sasuke didn't show up for dinner and he hardly misses dinner with me. Then again, maybe I'm being to overprotective. Maybe the offer this time was too hard to resist. But, what if he's with another woman? Like what Shikamaru did. Wait. I can't say that! Sasuke said I was the only girl for him! I shouldn't assume something I don't know the facts about.
Sakura closed her eyes and placed her head between her knees.
Should I asked Sasuke about the meeting after he comes home. But he'll just say he was at a meeting and tell me not to ask any further questions. Oh my gosh. I'm so scared. What if he is with another girl? What if he thinks I'm not hood enough or maybe he's tired of me?
Sakura groaned into her skin and raised her head. Tears started to form around her eyes. Noticing this, she widened her eyes and slapped herself lightly.
What the hell am I crying for?! I don't even know if I'm right or not! Oh my gosh. I'm just a baby, crying over something I just assume. Sakura. Calm down. Stop crying. Sasuke's not with another girl. He never lies to me. He loves you….i think. Arghh, dammit. Sasuke LOVES me. I know he doe….b-but…. What if he is with someone else?
Sakura inhaled sharply and tried to calm her heart which was beating wildly.
Well….if he does, I'll just have to….. I guess let him. I love him too much to make him unhappy. If he doesn't want me, then it's my fault anyways. Hmmm….well, then I guess I'll just have to try and keep loving him no matter what.
Sakura smiled softly to herself and nodded in agreement. Yup, that's what she'll do. She'll wait for him until he comes home….she'll keep loving him no matter what he thinks of her. She stared at her hands which were getting pruned. She grimaced.
Great. Now I'm a shriveled woman.
She rolled her eyes and stood up from the tub. Wrapping a towel around her perfect body, she grabbed her hairdryer from the drawer and plugged it in. Ruffling her hair a little, she grabbed a comb from the makeup box. Clicking the power button of the hairdryer, she gently dried her hair, sighing in pure bliss at the warmth it created. Combing her cotton candy hair, she grabbed her pajamas that were on the counter. Putting down the comb, she dressed in her red silk nightwear and buttoned up the top. Slipping into her slippers, she headed toward the bed and crawled into it, Snuggling in the pillows, she wrapped the blankets tightly around herself. Trying not to let a tear escape from her eye, she managed to close her eyes and fall into a restless sleep.
Sasuke entered in the mansion. He ignored the maids who were welcoming him back home. One maid ran up to him, trying to smile politely.
"Sasuke-sama. Would you like me to take that jacket for you?" she asked nicely.
"No", he replied coldly before making his way up the stairs. Silently, he made his way over to the master bedroom and quietly opened the door. Catching a glimpse of pink hair covered in blankets, he carefully made his way over to the bed. Smiling sadly, he gazed lovingly at the pink-haired beauty that was soundly asleep. His eyes softened slightly watching her inhale and exhale. Reaching out, he places a hand on her soft cheek and gently caressed it. Guilt started to build up in his stomach as he thought about how he was cheating on her. But his pride overcame it and so was his competition. Snatching his hand back, he walked over to the bathroom, placing his jacket on a chair before entering the room. Glancing at Sakura for one last time, he silently closed the bathroom door.
Sakura woke up by a soft click of a door. Her eyes fluttered open as she sat up in bed. Hearing the shower running, her emerald eyes widened at the fact that Sasuke was home. Gradually, her eyes saddened remembering about her thoughts from before.
Maybe he's not cheating on me, though. I should stop assuming things! I should trust him more. He is my husband.
Looking around the room, she saw his jacket hanging on the chair. Stepping out the bed, she tiptoed over to his jacket. Thinking of placing it in the room where the dirty laundry was placed, she hugged the jacket near herself. Suddenly, a scent filled her nose. The smell was excruciating. It was like……
It's like alcohol.
She pressed her nose in his jacket, trying to inhale the smell. Pulling back, she scrunched up her nose.
And like cigarettes, but there's one more thing in there.
Taking one more sniff, she tried to recall the smell. Widening her eyes, she remembered what it smelled like.
Perfume! But what the hell? How would he smell like perfume? I mean, I didn't hug him today only in the morning, but he wasn't wearing his jacket. Unless…..
Her emerald eyes started to surround with water as a thought hit her. Filling her head with thoughts about what Sasuke did while he was gone, she bit her lip trying not to cry.
"What are you doing, Sakura?" a deep voice softly asked. Gasping, Sakura turned around, dropping the jacket. Facing her was the man that carried this scent.
A/N: Tehe yes I'm very lazy and very happy that I finished this chapter. Even my friend was slapping me cuz I never updated. Well sorry! It's almost my graduation so I had so much homework. And I still need to get a dress. pouts Oh, and I changed my pename if you noticed. I didn't really like the other one. Didn't even know why I chose it. pulls hair
ANWAYS, please read and review even if I didn't update as soon as I thought! LOVE YOU ALL.
Arina Nanami