Chapter 4: home sweet home?

Naruto sat beneath a tree as he waited for the dark furred cat to show up. Although he was wondering why he even bothered to listen to, he didn't know. But his instincts told him he could trust him…maybe.

It was warm outside at the heat was making him drowsy, but just as his eyes was closing for a quick cat nap, a loud growling sound startled him. His reflects kicked in as he sprang to his feet, ears perked up to listen to his surroundings, as his eyes scanned around for the demon who made that noise.

However when he heard it again, he realised it was only his stomach. After all it had been a few days since he last ate. 'How embarrassing' he thought, glad no one else was there to witness. He strolled over to the edge of the lake, perching him self on the ground while keeping one paw hovering over the water as he waited for a few fish to swim by.

Some time had passed and he was still no better off, any fish that had been within his reach had somehow managed to escape his clutches. Another came along but all it resulted in was the fish getting away and water hitting him in the face. He scrambled back, shaking his head to try and get rid of the god forsaken water off of him, though it didn't help. "Goddamn it! I swear I will get you back, somehow" Maybe if he knocked a rock in the water? Would that hurt it? He hoped so.

He was brought out of his thoughts as a shadow fell over him, joined with a laugh. Annoyed he looked towards who ever it was that dared to mock them, only to be greeted with the cat from yesterday, Sasuke?

Sasuke had been watching for a while as Naruto had been at the water, yet hadn't felt the need to call the other, he had looked so determined. But he couldn't help but laugh as he shouted at the water. "You know, I could always catch you a fish if you want? No need to shout at them"

Naruto growled lightly, "I don't need your help, I was just playing around. I'm not even-"He was cut off as his stomach once again complained about being empty "-hungry" He finished in a whisper. He closed his eyes not wanting to see the other look at him. His ears flicked as he heard Sasuke walk away from him. He stayed like that till something was dropped in front of him. Opening his eyes he saw two fish.

"Eat them. We got a busy day" Sasuke cleaned his paw as he watched in satisfaction as Naruto started to eat the food he had provided for him, if he could provide, he was worthy of becoming his mate.

Once the golden kitty was done they set out. Sasuke, true to his word showed him all over, in the (attempts to spend as long as he could with him). He showed him the park, the main human shopping areas, the best roof tops and alleyways, anywhere else he could think of, as well as his tree. They had even met some of the other animals who lived around these parts. Naruto was glad to meet potential friends, although a few (a certain pink and white cat) had seemed to dislike him.

After thanking Sasuke, Naruto told him he was going home. He was tired and it felt like it was going to rain soon. He did not want to get wet.

Although, it seemed the other had not understood him…again.

"Why are you following me?"

"You don't like it?"

"No! Now go away!"

"But I'll miss you. Won't you miss me?"

"Leave"

"So mean Naru-kitty. Don't you want me to come to yours?

"Don't you fucking call me that! And no…you wouldn't like it. Just drop it and go…please"

"But-"Suddenly, the first few drops of rain hit the floor. Both had the same thought, 'fuck'. Naruto took off, Sasuke right behind him as the rain started to pour down on them.

They ran till they came to an old alleyway, Naruto hurried down it and towards a bunch of cardboard boxes, Sasuke squeezing in next to him, in attempt to avoid the rain. The box wouldn't last long though.

"So, how far till we get to yours? We can't stay here long"

Naruto curled up in a ball as he mumbled something, but it was to low for Sasuke's ears to pick up with the sound of the rain hitting the box.

"What?"

Naruto looked at him, with sad blue eyes. "I said… this is my home."

Sasuke was shocked. Naruto… lived in this box?

"What about your human? Don't they let you inside?"

"I don't have one"

It wasn't till then, that Sasuke noticed that, Naruto didn't have a collar. Looking at Naruto, then outside with the rain that he had an idea. "Sorry, but your going to get wet, now follow me."

Itachi pulled onto his driveway, thankful that he had a car as the weather was horrible. He was also glad he had fixed Sasuke's cat flap the other day, otherwise he was sure to receive more than a few scratches for making him stay out in the rain.

Getting out the car as quick as possible he ran to the door. Once inside he took off his shoes and coat, making his way towards the kitchen for a hot drink. As he passed the living room, he had a quick glance in to see to balls of fluff curled up together on the couch. "Sasuke, other cat" he called out in a greeting. Reaching the kitchen he froze. Looked back the way he came before slowly moving back in that direction, as his mind finally caught up.

He was greeted with the same sight. Two cats… one, his own black furred pet, A.K.A Sasuke, and a golden one, tucked against him.

The only though in his mind, 'what, the fuck?'