DISCLAIMER: I DON'T OWN NARUTO
SUMMARY: he was her best friend and so was he to her. they spent a decade together and even celebrated that special holiday. but what if one day, she wakes up with her best friend no longer there but someone else? SASUINO.
A/N: this is what i came up with during my short vacation from school. it's kinda mushy but don't be discouraged because i think it isn't that bad [i think -.-]... if you don't find it interesting or pleasing just stop reading but DON'T FLAME. CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISMS AND SUGGESTIONS ARE MOST WELCOME. i still don't know how this thing will go but i'll update every now and then, i'll inform you if it'll be late.
It's was about 8:00pm when they've finished. Sasuke being a gentleman paid the bill even though he told Ino that he wouldn't.
"Ino" he cried out
"What is it Sasuke?"
"Thank you!" he said seriously
"You're always thanking me every year when we do this"
"I know but I really feel like it and besides this wouldn't be complete if I hadn't thank you" he implied
Ino smiled at this for the 10th time since they first met then hugged him tightly. Sasuke smiled and hugged her with his eyes closed.
"I wouldn't know what to do without you" he whispered in her ear not breaking the hug. She just smiled and hugged him tighter.
"I'll walk you home" Sasuke offered her
"Seriously, I'm having a de ja vu" she joked
"you know you want to" he teased
"yep, you're right and I wouldn't miss this for the world" she chuckled.
While walking her home, they passed the park with its luscious green patch and flowers around it. Sasuke stopped and reached for a rose.
"I know you like these" he told her handing her the rose
"you know me too well, Sasuke" she held the flower
"…" he just looked at her while she brought the flower to her nose to get a whiff off its scent, it's petals brushing her nose
"hmmmmmm…" she muttered silently
"you're just like that rose Ino" he whispered
"how?" Ino inquired then a cold night breeze past them
"burr.. it's sure is cold" Ino complained
"here. Wear this" Sasuke offered his jacket
"thanks Sasuke"
He brought her closer to him then he put his arm around her shoulder
When they arrived to Ino's house, Ino gave Sasuke his jacket back.
"thanks!" she said cheerfully
"your always welcome Ino"
"can you lean a little?" asked Ino
"why?" Sasuke's confused
"just do it!" she implied authoritatively
When Sasuke leaned, Ino brought her lips closer and kissed his forehead.
"I'll always be here for you Sasuke" Ino told him even though she always did every year during that special day.
"And I'll always be there when you need me" he cooed.
"it's getting late Sasuke, you should go home now"
"I know but-" she cut her off
"no buts Sasuke"
"ungh. Ok. Goodnight Ino"
"Sweet dreams Sasuke, take care and it's really cold be sure not to remove your jacket"
"yes mom!" he joked.
"duh! Uchiha" she teased.
She watched him as he walked through the streets. Sasuke's house isn't that far away anyway. it was just 4 blocks away but still she was worried for her him.
When Sasuke noticed Ino didn't get inside but instead watched him walk,
"Go inside Ino, now!" he shouted
Upon hearing Sasuke's remark Ino dashed inside.
"Good morning!" a cheery Ino greeted everyone
"Good morning" her classmates responded
Ino took her seat near the window last row first column. In front of her was Shikamaru, who as usual was sleeping, and his seatmate was Choji munching a bag of potato chips. They were her childhood friends, just like Sasuke but it was Sasuke who she was most close to. Across the aisle was Hinata, a shy but strong-willed girl. She stuttered a lot but she was polite nonetheless.
The bell rang, first period started.
"Good morning!" Kurenai-sensei greeted them.
"Good Morning Kurenai-sensei" the pupils responded
Then a blonde girl dashed panting into the room,
"Good Morning Kurenai-sensei!" she scratched the back of her laughing at her tardiness
"Good Morning Shion-chan, take your seat" she replied
"thank you" she smiled and thought about how lucky she was she wasn't scolded.
The blonde girl – Shion – took her seat next to Ino seating along the aisle.
"I thought you were going to be late again" Ino whispered
"hah! I thought so too but my! How lucky I am" she boasted
"better late than never huh?"
"yep"
And that was how the day started like always Shion would come in either late or just at the nick of time just like today or get another detention sleep for her tardiness. The last period before lunch was about to end when Ino was bothered by a notebook that kept hitting her hand. So she decided to read it.
[Shion – italic][Ino – bold]
Hey! Ino. Are you and Sasuke-kun dating?
No, why?
I saw you with him last Friday and you looked like you were a having a good time
I guess we were but we're just FRIENDS
Really? People especially her fan girls think otherwise
I know that, they kept staring at me when we're together
Anyway, you really look good together
Don't get the wrong idea Shion – JUST FRIENDS
I know, ^_^. Is there any chance that you like him?
Hm. I like him as my friend
I mean like as in something more special :)
Ino didn't have the chance to answer Shion's query because the lunch bell suddenly rang.
"sorry Shion, maybe next time" she teased her
"aw." She pouted
"see you later"
"yeah. You too" she hollered.
Sasuke was already waiting for Ino outside her classroom.
"took you long enough" he complained
"sorry, i was talking to-" she exclaimed
"-come on" he cut her off
"okay" she sighed
When they arrived at the cafeteria, everyone was staring at them. Sasuke was the most wanted bachelor of their school and Ino was one of the most admired among the men. Girls envy her. Males are just plain jealous of him.
"What do you want to eat?" Sasuke asked her
"Nothing, I'm not hungry"
"Ino! You can't skip meals" he lectured her
"I'll have crackers and water"
"Are you on some kind of diet?"
"Nope, just not hungry"
"I'll buy you some barbeque"
"No use arguing with you" she gave up
"Thought so" he grinned
When he came back with their food Sasuke handed Ino her barbeque.
"Hey Ino! We're going to perform on juniors-seniors ball next month"
"Wow! I'm happy for you"
"And that's not all, uh..." he paused
"Uh... What?" she asked
"Can I ask you a favour?" he asked shyly
"Yeah sure, so what is it?"
"i-i kind of like someone could you help me?" a blush on his cheeks
"What? Really? That's great" a cringe of pain hit her but she was truly happy for him.
"So could you help me?"
"Of course!" she said excited
"Great! I asked her out yesterday and she said yes, we're going on Friday" he said with a glint of happiness in his eyes
"And who's the unlucky girl?" she teased
"Yeah right Ino! You'll meet her later"
Ding. Ding. Ding. [The bell rang – lunch's over]
"See you later Ino" walking her to class
"Later" Ino replied
During last few periods that same annoying paper's hitting her arm
5th Period:
Ino!
Shion, I need to listen ok?
Ok!
6th Period:
Ino I need to tell you...
Shion, wait. I really need to listen, we've got exams coming up
But... o.O
Later! .
Ok.
Last Period:
Ino, please???
Ok. Ok. What is it?
Did Sasuke tell you?
About what?
Who's he dating
Nope, not yet. He told me he'll introduce me to her later
So it's true?
About what?
Nothing. Thanks!
Ungh. C'mon Shion, please spill.
Ok. Ok. Since I bothered you the whole day, someone told me that he was dating Karin, their vocalist, I didn't know if it was true since I thought he was dating you. Anyway, you didn't answer my question awhile ago. Haha
Oh her, I think she's nice and besides I trust his choice. We're not dating!!!
Yeah I know, you told me this morning
Good. I thought you'll still insist
I'm sorry. You haven't answered me.
About what?
If he's special to you like like-like as in something more?
Oh that! Well, he's special to me. I like him but still we're just friends
I see. Hope it turns out the way you want it.
What's that suppose to mean?
Suddenly, the dismissal bell rang and Ino was left a little dumbfounded.
"Gotcha!" Shion smirked at her
"Sweet!" Ino responded
"bye Ino-chan good luck!" Shion cheered
"bye Shion, thanks! See you tomorrow" she hollered
"see you" Shion shouted then dashed outside
a/n: there's a slight SASUKARIN but it is still centered in SASUINO. please review. thanks ^___^