AN: Aight! Here's another of the long awaited chappies by me! :D Hope you all enjoy!

When he awoke, Naruto was coming out of the bathroom, showered, dressed and hair slightly moist. Sasuek raised himself on his elbows and flipped his head back cracking his neck, he sighed at the electrifying feeling. When he looked back, Naruto was staring at him with a small grin on his face.

"Mornin'" he muttered, his voice still a bit raspy from lack of use.

Sasuke smiled and slowly got up. " Mornin' yourself." He smirked as he passed the blonde on the way to the bathroom. "Why didn't you wake me up earlier?"

"I didn't think about it."

"Lies." He countered grinning wider at the soft snort behind him. Naruto followed him into the bathroom and went for the sink, grabbing his toothbrush.

Sasuke turned his back and stripped out of the pajamas quickly before slipping into the still warm shower. He was glad that the usual cold shot of the showerhead didn't greet him. He felt sleepy still, but his mood was improved but the lack of throbbing at his side. He peeked at himself now, pleased to see the scar tissue was to his liking. He ran his finger over it, feeling the smoother than skin texture and remembering the night he had gotten it. A small amount of time passed since then, but it seemed like ages ago.

Naruto's voice broke his musings. "We've got an appointment scheduled at the school, and a test to see what you need catching up in before you start the year."

Sasuke nodded, more to himself than anyone else. He was worried about that, not per say in education, but the prissy bitches that attended would make his life hell, either that, or he would. He hated people, and his years as a street urchin had left him with a distaste for anyone besides, he guessed, Naruto.

"You ok with that?" the blonde tapped the shower curtain from the outside.

"I'll be ready in a minute."

"Need help?"

"I'm good." Sasuke smiled.

He could hear Naruto exit, shutting the door slowly behind him. He finished quickly, ending the shower with a quick, cold burst. He stepped out and grabbed the towel, tying it around his hips. He gave himself a glare in the mirror. He looked better, but he could still see the dirty, gritty man that he was. He supposed underneath, he still was. All Naruto had managed to do was polish up and open up a way to get his revenge. He would use that blessing, and make sure that Naruto had no idea what he did on the side.

If anything, he would keep him out of this. If everything went according to his plan, Naruto would be none the wiser about any of it.

He walked out, having brushed his teeth without giving it a second thought. He slipped into a pair of washed out black jeans and after a short search, grabbed a white shirt and hung a tie loosely under the collar. He rolled up his sleeves and ran his fingers through his hair, finally slipping on a pair of loafers and presenting himself in the kitchen, where Naruto was reading the newspaper over a cup of coffee.

He nudged his chin in the general direction of the counter, on which Sasuke found a cup for himself, and plopped into the seat beside Naruto.

"I was thinking…" the blonde cut off, giving Sasuke a very long, very intense, once over.

Sasuke raised an eyebrow in question and Naruto finally made eye contact. He looked like a cat that just devoured a bowl of cream. "Lookin' good." He mumbled, turning back to his paper, grinning devilishly at Sasuke's loud sigh.

Sasuke looked over Naruto. He had on a dark pair of jeans and a striped shirt with a vest over it. The damn thing highlighted the broad chested figure impeccably. He licked his lips without realizing he had done so.

"Like what you see?" Naruto joked, winking at him. All he got in return was a glare. "If looks could kill!" he threw in getting up and making his way to the livingroom to grab his bag, slinging it over his shoulder, he slipped on his sunglasses and motioned towards the door.

Sasuke followed with a pointed roll of eyes. "You act like a father, or at least, a very annoying older brother." He huffed, leaving Naruto closing the door to press the elevator button.

"You don't seem to mind." Naruto smiled.

"You're this ecstatic because you'll get to see me suffer over books." He scoffed, stepping into the elevator that opened with a slight hiss and a small ding.

"I'm getting back for the bruise you gave me." He chuckled. "Ill give you another if you don't stop acting like an idiot." Sasuke growled.

"Had anyone ever told you, you look ravishing so pissed off?" That had earned Naruto a cuss on the head, but only set out his laughter more. "You've got to give more than that!" he ruffled the black hair, and Sasuke yelped. "You're going to die blondie, we're in the garage, I can make it look like an accident."

Naruto laughed and skipped to the side of the car.

Sasuke stopped just before it. Why was he so happy? Not that it bothered him, but the raven had a slight suspicion that Naruto was putting on a good show, there was no way that someone who suffered what Naruto had yesterday just woke up with sunshine bursting out of their ass. The pills… He narrowed his eyes in thought, that was the most pliable explanation. And also the most reasonable seeing that Naruto had brought some home. As of yet, he hadn't mentioned them, and Sasuke didn't want to bring them up just yet. Best to enjoy the day and find out a bit himself before anything, he would wait and see.

He got into the passenger's seat and stayed quiet as Naruto drove out of the underground parking. The radio turned on, the sad, thrumming melody of "Dream On" filled the car. Naruto hummed along, Sasuke just glared outside thinking that there was so much truth in one musical piece.

They turned onto University Avenue and cruised lazily through the traffic; Stopping at an old, castle looking building. "This is our stop." Naruto announced. "You ready to become a wee student?"

"Hn"

The entered, the room surprising Sasuke with its coolness. It smelled of old paper and printing ink. He looked around. Everything here was gleaming wood and everyone there talked in hushed tones. It reminded him of the library he used to sit in as a child… He shook his head to obliterate the memory. It fluttered with a shimmer of imaginary wings.

Naruto was already at the desk, smiling at the elderly secretary and asking for the Dean. She blushed and murmured something in return before scurrying into an opposing door only to come out moments later and show them both in.

They entered and Naruto was assaulted by a man who looked like a big bat. "Iruka sensei!" Naruto wheezed, trying to pry the man off him. Sasuke realized that the man was wearing a black, dress coat.

"Meet my friend, Sasuke Uzumaki." Naruto looked at the raven, and Iruka did too. Sasuke felt uncomfortable with both their attentions on him.

"Pleased to meet you, sir." He inclined his head, refusing to break eye contact.

"Naruto called me to chat about you, we are very happy to have you.' Iruka smiled, looking very pleasant. He had brown hair pinned back in a ponytail and a scar running across his cheeks and nose. Sasuke smiled lightly, not wanting to seem unpleasant. "Im honoured that Naruto mentioned me." He glanced at the blonde, who had made himself comfortable in one of the chairs facing Iruka, who also decided to sit. Sasuke followed.

There is a comprehensive test that we have prepared especially for you Sasuke, usually we do not do this, but I was told yours are special circumstances and an exception can be made, providing you pass this." He slid a thick booklet with the university crest stamped on the first page. "You may proceed into the room adjacent and begin."

Sasuke nodded and picked up the papers. He noted that Iruka was a bit surprised, undoubtfully because he didn't protest. He opened the door and slipped in. There was one chair and a desk. He fell into it, and glanced at the booklet. There was a pen provided, laying innocently beside him. He huffed and bent over the desk and paper, picking up the pen, he flipped open the first page, read, and chuckled.

He began writing.

Naruto and Iruka exchanged glances. "Have you told him about the test?"

Naruto had his legs crossed, inspecting his nails. He didn't spare Iruka a glance "I told him he'd have to write one, not on what, or where, or when, if that's what you mean."

Iruka nodded. "He didn't look surprised or nervous, I expected at least that."

"It's how he is." Naruto shrugged. "it's none of my business."

"Seems like everything about that man is your business." Iruka quirked a brow, "you seem very fond of him."

"I am." Naruto nodded. "He's under my guidance, so I have to besides, we made a deal."

"What deal is that Naruto?" Iruka sounded a bit alarmed.

Naruto smirked and finally leveled his eyes with the chocolate brown ones in front of him. "That Doc, is none of thy business."

They sat around, making small talk for about twenty minutes when Sasuke slipped back out of the room. Iruka stood up. "Is there something wrong Sasuke?"

Sasuke looked at him like he was dumb. "Should there be?" He inquired. "Im done." He placed the papers on the desk. "Would there be anything else you require?"

"Sasuke, you realize that this test is very important right? Perhaps you should try to answer all the questions, even if you think they're wrong -"

"I'm finished sir." Sasuke pronounced. Looking to Naruto, who nodded and stood up. "If that will be all Iruka?" He asked, "I think Sasuke is done."

Iruka shook his head, slipping looks at the papers. "No no, that is all, online registration for classes will start next week, if Sasuke is eligible, I will contact you both."

The exited the building to brilliant sunlight. "You know what? Let's not go home yet," Naruto proposed. "How about we walk around? There's a great little restaurant here, they have the best crepes in town!" Sasuke nodded.

"How do you think I did?" he looked to the tanned face, curious.

"You said you were done, and I believe you gave it your all Sasuke, but I have to admit, to finish everything in about half an hour is unheard of."

"Iruka thought I skipped, but you said all" Sasuke noted.

"It's my job to read people," Naruto grinned happily. "More importantly, I have full faith in your genius. Ill bet the git was itching to get us out of his office to see what you cooked up for him. He was practically twitching!" Naruto laughed, and Sasuke couldn't help but smirk.