YOU'RE MINE
A/N: Warnings and disclaimer on the first chapter. I'll just add up any necessary changes. This second chapter is FLASHBACK people. Before you read I want to say thanks for the wonderful reviews as well as the favourites/follows. ^^
CHAPTER 2: MEETING UP
Uchiha Corporation's 50th Annual Party
Naruto read the streamer that was artistically draped over one wall inside of the villa. It was illuminated by bright lights that demand attention. Everywhere he turns his gaze to, the place just screams of wealth and finesse. He knows a work of art when he sees one, most particularly on events like this because he himself works in the same field. He can't help the awe and envy that's filling him up. Such job was one that will fill the entertainment pages of newspapers, the glossy pages of magazines and even steal the essence of some business articles.
The whole venue was filled with glamorous people, from politicians to showbiz personalities and of course business moguls. The gentlemen are wearing the most conspicuous three-piece suits, with bow ties or expensive ties adorning their necks. The ladies on the other hand are all shimmering from the jewelleries that hang on every inch of their skin, clad in exquisite gowns and evening dresses. While every soul is competing on who's the most luxurious that night and who will have the biggest publicity, the blonde was slowly dying of boredom. He was wearing a customize suit that Neji ordered for him. He doesn't normally wear one unless he's the head organizer of an event and certainly this party is beyond his capabilities and resources. His business is just starting to bloom.
The blonde scanned the floor, looking for his brunette lover. When they arrived at the party, Neji saw how passionate he was with the intricate scenery so he excused himself to greet some other executives, particularly the Uchihas. The family owns one of the most flourishing companies on Business Process Outsourcing in the country and some other more in different fields; they even have other offices set up internationally. They were wealthy, powerful and good-looking bunch of people. Naruto haven't met any of them, although he has seen the patriarch Fugaku and his eldest son Itachi on magazines and other printed materials that he got across with. They were always on the limelight.
Walking on a bit secluded area, the blonde sat on the stone bench near a fountain after he had his dose of the place's beauty. He can barely hear the high-pitched laughter of the women and the noise of those men chattering about their cars and latest acquisitions in his current position. He sighed. He doesn't belong in such crowd although one will think he should start getting used to it as he will meet such people as his clients one day, hopefully. He was considering calling Neji and telling him that he'll go home first but the thought is not as good as it sounds. He doesn't want to spoil it for his boyfriend plus this is the first time he heed into the brunette's request to accompany him.
He was humming softly to pass by time when a figure approached him. He looked up to discern who was it but given the slightly dim light in his location he can't make up the face. Another reason is, he's not familiar with most of the attendees. He was sure though that the man, yes it was a guy in a suit, is fair-skinned and tall. The blonde thought that the guy was just a simple passerby and will leave him in his solitude until the man sat beside him, handing him a goblet of red wine.
He gawked at the glass until a voice said, "It's not poisoned and I assure you, this wine is the best out there."
The blonde raised a brow at the air of arrogance surrounding the mystery guy but nonetheless accepted the liquor and murmured his thanks. He took a sip and felt the crimson liquid flowed on his throat. The taste was slightly bitter but sweet at the same time.
"Hmmmm. This is nice." He smacked his lips, savouring the after taste of the wine.
Naruto missed the glint of lust in the man's eyes while the latter was observing the blonde's lips. "Hn. What are you doing here in the dark? Why not join the crowd?"
The blonde consider the questions, "First, I just went here with someone. It's not as if I want to mingle with those superficial people out there." He jerked his head towards the direction of the party. "Second, it's better here. I don't get to hear the brags and boasts of anyone. It's peaceful and I can enjoy the heavens without anyone to disturb me."
The other guy merely looks at the night sky before saying, "Is that so?"
"Yeah. But I have to say if anything's worth of my attention it'll be the arrangement. It's really gorgeous! Truly magnificent! I'm getting some ideas for my next project." He grinned and was once more filled with overwhelming enjoyment of his surroundings.
"You're an event's organizer?" The other asked.
"Yes. I'm just starting though and I work with my friends. Someday I'm going to work on big projects like this one. You know those of famous and influential people in the society." He scrunched his brows as he realized he was talking comfortably with an unfamiliar person. "Hey you've been asking too many questions!"
"But you kept on answering them." The smug guy replied.
"Well... this time I'll be the one to ask."
The guy didn't respond. Naruto pouts. "Who are you?"
"I didn't ask who you are." The stranger replied. Catching the annoyed reaction of the blonde he smirked before adding, "Let's say, someone that craves for a more interesting company." He then threw a meaningful look at the tan guy but it seems his blonde companion was oblivious to his hint.
"Why? Are you also bored with the party?"
"More or less." He then took a sip on his glass and offered no more explanation.
Naruto was fairly sure that the one beside him works for the company. "Hey, have you met the Uchihas?"
There was a moment of silence before the baritone voice replied, "Why do you ask?"
The tan guy shrugged. "Nothing. I'm just wondering what kind of people they are, aside from being ruthless businessmen you know and since they host this party, they ought to show their faces here."
"You're interested on them?" The other asked watchfully.
"Who isn't? Someone I know works under one of them and he never fails to say how good his superior is. Sometimes I'm thinking, is that person worthy of all the praise?"
"Who is this particular Uchiha you're talking about?" The guy settled his glass on the bench. He has his full attention on the blonde.
"I'm not telling. Is it possible to hate someone you haven't even met?" The voice of the tan guy dropped and he then felt emotions gushing inside of him. Sometimes it's better to tell your worries to a stranger.
"Have you ever?"
"Don't throw my questions back at me."
The blonde's sure he saw the shadow of a smirk passed those lips, even in the dark he noticed how the man held himself graciously, like a royalty.
The taller of the two roam his dark orbs at the face of his companion. He detects the seriousness that was injected in the question. He shifted in his seat.
"It's... not unlikely but quite unfair."
Naruto laughed hollowly. "Ah, yes. I guess I should not hold a grudge against someone just because I can't work out certain things. Maybe the fault lies in me."
"What are you talking about?"
The blonde hand waved to dismiss the topic. "Nothing that concerns you. I'm feeling a bit sentimental tonight." His eyes roved back into the party. He saw some couples were dancing at the middle of the paved floor, slowly, lovingly. His eyes scanned the venue from where he was sitting once more. Hoping to catch a familiar brunette but he didn't found him. Neji sure is so absorbed in mingling with his fellow executives.
He grabbed his phone and checked the time. Almost an hour has passed by. So he's been with this stranger for quite long. He spun to see the other guy looking at him intently, the obsidian eyes boring into his very soul.
Naruto coughed and made some distance only for the stranger to close it. He felt suddenly uncomfortable and restricted. He stood abruptly.
"I think I'll go now. Sorry to drag you into a chat. Thanks for the drink by the way." He started to walk off but a firm grip held him back. He turned to saw the figure towering him.
"What's the hurry? Isn't the party boring you?"
"Let go of me please."
The hand released the blonde but before he can take another step, he felt a broad toned body pressed unto him, a manly scent suffocating his senses and powerful arms surrounds his waist before lips covered his own. The stranger was kissing him!
Naruto struggled wildly. He used his hands to push off the taller guy but it made things worse. The kiss became more demanding, dominating. He has never been kissed like this before. The kisses he and Neji shared were always tender and sweet yet the kiss of the stranger made him shiver in somehow sexual way. Is it because he hasn't had any sex for a month now? He nearly smacked himself for thinking and feeling that way. This is being unfaithful to his boyfriend who might be just around the corner!
Again, Naruto tried to free himself from the tight grip but he was unsuccessful. The other guy was ravishing his lips and forcing his tongue inside. The blonde wanted to scream for help but as he opened his mouth, the pink muscle made its way to conquer his orifice. When it made contact within Naruto's mouth it became deceptively slow and tender. Like it was tasting and loving its own kind and the blonde found his struggles to mellow down.
The skilled lips coaxed him to react and react he did. Like being trapped under a spell, the blonde's hands slowly travelled up, massaging the soft locks lightly. All rational things flew off from him, his boyfriend, their location and the fact that he's kissing a complete stranger. He responded with the same intensity, trying to prove that he's the better kisser. When the other guy felt him responding, the kiss became more passionate like they have been lovers who met after years of separation. After a moment or two, the two men broke the connection, both slightly huffing yet satisfied.
The taller of the two made the first attempt to break the silence that enveloped them after the magical moment. His hand reached for the tan guy's lips, the thumb caressing the abused lips.
"You seem to like the kiss. You were very responsive."
Naruto's face turned into a deep shade of scarlet and he shove the hand of the other guy. "I didn't like it you teme!"
"You're only kidding yourself dobe." The stranger was smirking triumphantly. "How about another one?"
"Bastard! I already got a lover. That kiss was a mistake and one that I don't intend to repeat. If you'll excuse me, I have to go and find him."
The stranger felt momentarily shock. This guy whom he just shared an intimate kiss has already a lover. That's unacceptable.
Naruto saw the man stilled and he grabbed the moment to make his exit. He was walking towards the illuminated path when he heard footsteps following him. He didn't dare to stop nor look behind. He kept on walking but even before he can totally join the crowd, a hand grip s his arm and jerked him to turn. He was astonished at what he saw.
There, standing and holding him was a very handsome man. Pale skin, well-built frame under his extravagant suit, shiny black tresses, deep dark orbs and those perfect lips that kissed him a while ago. Even with the scowl he's wearing, the stranger is absolutely an attractive specimen.
"I don't believe you. You just wanted to escape me." The guy whispered, there was warning in his voice.
God even his voice was enough to make anyone succumb to his wishes. The only thing that was keeping Naruto sane is his brunette lover and the reason why he was there in the first place.
"I guarantee you, I'm telling the truth. I already have a lover. His name is Neji Hyuuga and he works in the Uchiha Corporation. You can check him under the employees' list that is if you're also employed in the said company."
The stranger's eyes became blank and he released Naruto's arm. Naruto felt unease. Did he say something wrong? But before he can ask, his phone rang and saw that it was Neji calling him.
"Naruto, where are you?" The brunette asked.
"Neji, I'm just around the place. Why?" He put an emphasis on his lover's name just to prove his point to the man standing before him. The raven who looks composed now was eyeing him with an intense look. Naruto had to shift his gaze.
"I want to introduce you to some people. Can you come by table near the platform?"
"Sure. I'll get over there, Neji." He pressed the end button and stuffed the phone inside of his suit. He then turns his attention back to the stranger.
"Do you need any more proof?"
The pale guy gritted his teeth but said nothing, his eyes were blazing. He marched off and left Naruto.
The blonde huffed in relief. One more kiss like that and he might really forget that he's already in a relationship. Tonight he's determined to make love with Neji until he can't remember the taste of the stranger's lips, how knee buckling his kiss was and how handsome he looks like.
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"Itachi, remind me again why do I need to be ogled up like this."
Sasuke Uchiha, President of the Uchiha Corp was growling beside his dear old brother. They were standing on the corner watching everybody else. Their parents were currently chatting with a Senator and his wife. Despite his non-interest for the said event, he was very well aware of the looks that most women were throwing him and some men trying their charms on him. He already refused point-blank to show his face in their annual party thrown by the family for its loyal employees, clients and guests because he knows it'll be the same as before, dreary and a waste of time. But his sadistic brother has managed to drag him up.
"Mother has been restless. She fears you won't be able to get married." Itachi replied nonchalantly, as if Sasuke's sentiment is boring him.
"What does this damn party has anything to do with that?"
"Mother invited the most eligible bachelorettes she can find. She was hoping you'll be able to make one of them your wife."
The younger raven exasperatedly sighs. Trust their mother to come up with such absurd idea. "I am already twenty seven, perfectly capable of finding my own life partner, thank you."
"I'm in no doubt about that. But your womanizing activity perhaps, nullifies that fact. Indulge our dear mother Sasuke. You haven't gone out with any woman or man for more than a month. It seems like the relationship you had with all of them has an expiration date, like a contract."
Sasuke groaned, "It's not my fault that they aren't worthy to keep. If I have met anyone who won't treat me like a god, then I guess I can behave differently. Those people want me because I am Sasuke Uchiha. I'm positive they feel no love for me."
The older one sniggers. "How sentimental."
"Shut up." Sasuke snapped.
Itachi smirked but said nothing. The two ravens both fixed their attention to their surrounding, their shrewd eyes scanning their guests. The elder with the thought of calculating some potential partnerships and business to pursue while the younger for some pleasure.
A waiter passes by and Sasuke made a scoop on the tray. Since he's already here, he'll enjoy the night but he'll make sure not to touch anyone in the party or he'll up getting married sooner that he wanted. He was eyeing a particular woman who was batting her fake eye lashes at him for nearly half an hour now. She seems not bad and appears to be ready for some game. Yet before he can leave his place, Neji Hyuuga appeared in front of them.
"Sasuke, Itachi." He greeted the two. When outside the office, they make sure to establish such comfortable relationship with their executives. They weren't friends but more than simple associates.
"Hyuuga." Itachi nodded at the newcomer while Sasuke shook his hand. The brunette then was offered a drink by an attendant.
"Just arrived?" Sasuke asked his subordinate. He's the one who closely works with the brunette and he knows an asset when he sees one and definitely Neji Hyuuga is a gem to their company.
"Yes. I had to persuade my lover to come with me that's why I was a bit late. My apologies."
The oldest man waved a hand. "That's nothing to apologize for Neji. We're glad you made it here. Tell me, where is this lover of yours?"
Sasuke and Itachi both looked pass Neji to see if someone was with him.
"I believe that he has wandered around the place. He finds this entire villa captivating and exquisite. I'll do the introductions later. Where is the Chairman? I have to pay my respects."
"Timely. Look he just finished talking with the Senator."
The three gentlemen's gaze followed the couple arising from a near table. Neji excused himself from both Uchihas and headed to the head of the clan.
"Even Neji is committed to someone." Itachi murmured.
Sasuke grunted. He can't understand why everyone's pressuring him to settle down. He's still young and has just started enjoying his life. His eyes started to wander back to the woman earlier who caught his interest and she saw her. But what the raven wasn't prepared for was the person standing behind the lady.
A blonde who was wearing a white tuxedo was staring in admiration at his surroundings. He looks so captivating with his plump lips slightly open and his eyes twinkling in awe. Sasuke isn't gay but today that fact might change. Yes, he had his share of experience with some men but they were all for pleasure and nothing else. He was intrigued. He had never seen the man before and he knows everyone in their company. Maybe he's a guest. Yes, that will make sense. He has to thank whoever dragged that angel in this boring party.
Itachi saw him preying over the man. He heard his brother coughed and Sasuke had to tear his gaze off the blonde.
"Father will not forgive you if you choose a man as your bride little brother."
The younger one sneered, "Who said I'm going to get married?"
"Just play nicely Sasuke. Be wary of your actions. You are always being watched."
Sasuke smirk and grabbed another glass of wine. He wanted to make a nice impression. He saw his target walking off to a more isolated place.
Nice. This will make things easier. Sasuke mused.
"I'll be right back Itachi." He heard his brother sigh before he left. He walked towards the blonde direction with a grin playing in his lips. He then saw him sat in a stone bench not too far from the fountain. The blonde seems bored now and was humming to pass his time. Sasuke knows a hundred ways to kill that boredom and he smirked at the thought.
He moved in close proximity to the blonde and decided to reveal his presence. Even at the slightly dark place, the blue eyes man seems to glow. The noise of his footsteps made his target look at his direction. He took the space beside him and handed a glass of liquor.
"It's not poisoned and I assure you, this wine is the best out there."
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Naruto saw Neji talking with an older man and a relatively young man. When he got a closer look he was surprised to see that it was Fugaku and Itachi Uchiha with the lady Mikoto. His brunette saw him approaching and he beckoned him to come over. He smiled as he walked in their direction and had his place beside his boyfriend.
"Sir Uchiha, Madam Mikoto, Itachi, this is Naruto Uzumaki, my lover. He works as event's organizer." Neji said. The blonde thought that the Uchiha's were bigger than life. He only saw them in prints and now he was being introduced to this bunch of powerful people. Itachi though was looking at him with some kind of amused expression, like there was something he knew about him. Naruto's certain it's the first time they've met. Fugaku is living up to his reputation.
The patriarch surveyed him and the blonde felt squirming under the gaze but he determinedly looked back at those cold sharp eyes.
After a few seconds, Fugaku said, "How do you find our party Mr. Uzumaki?" He then offer a hand to the blonde.
Naruto was almost sure that he heard a faint sigh from Neji. He chuckled inside. Even he wanted to do the same. He took the hand of Fugaku and they shared a firm handshake.
"It's very outstanding Sir. I personally find the whole place exquisite. I must commend the organizer of this event and perhaps meet them to get some tips." He smiled genially.
"Yes, I presume its one thing that will interest such events organizer like you. You should be talking to Mikoto. She's the one who handled everything. I am in no power have anything to do with organizing parties."
Mikoto smiled elegantly at her husband's statement, "Dear you know you're helpless with things like this. If I leave you the organizing, I'm sure all we'll have are long speech and unending talk about business. Parties are for celebration." She smiled at the blonde, "Now Mr. Uzumaki, why don't we talk some. I'm sure I can lend you some advices."
The blonde beamed at the lady as Fugaku shook his head. "Where is Sasuke by the way? He should be here. I'm sure Neji wanted Naruto to meet his direct superior." He said.
"He's sulking somewhere over, Father." The young raven chimed in. He seems to enjoy every minute that passed.
"Why don't you call him here Itachi?"
The eldest son nods and went off to find his brother. Neji started to engage Fugaku in another business related talk while Naruto and Mikoto had their own world about parties and events.
After a minute, Itachi with a knowing look on his face came back with a man following him behind. Fugaku gestured him to come closer.
"Sasuke, come here and meet Neji's partner." Naruto had to stop talking with Mikoto to look at the newcomer. He then received the biggest revelation in his life.
Sasuke has a scowl on his face, nursing his bruised pride as he found his blonde angel has a lover already. He tried to wave off Itachi but his ever sadistic brother assured him that he'll be interested to know Neji's lover. He has no interest who the brunette's lover is but in respect to his father he joined their company. What or who he saw made his heart skip a beat.
Blonde hair, tan skin, deep blue eyes. It was the guy he kissed earlier!
The voice of his father brought him back to his senses. He stared at the blonde who in turn was staring at him in shock and panic. Sasuke's sure they were both feeling surprised but the blonde might be feeling worse. Who would have known that they'll be introduced this way?
"Sasuke, meet Naruto Uzumaki, Neji's lover."
A/N: Yes, this is the flashback of their first meeting. Reviews?