Riayu: I gots me a trophy! Behold its glory! Holding up gold and platinum plated trophy Thanks very much Shawn! You've earned a free plushie! Pushes a Sasori plushie through the screen I hope Sasori's okay. Lemme know if you want someone else instead.
Psy: Someone's in a better mood. Might I ask why?
Riayu: I dunno. I'm a naturally happy person?
Itachi: She's probably plotting to kill one of us.
Riayu: Uhh….not yet. Although I often do kill my favorite characters in the stuff I write. You might want to write your will, Itachi.
Kaki: Kill him and I'll rip you limb from limb.
Riayu: You're dead, you can't be here. Pushes her out of the room
Disclaimer: I think that we all know that I don't own Naruto.
"Nanotechnology one-oh-one," said the professor of Itachi's nanotech class. He was tall with spiky orange hair and so many piercings that his face must have looked like Swiss cheese without them in. "Helping stalkers for the past twenty years." A few people laughed. Someone put their hand in the air.
"Why do you have so many piercings?" a girl from the back of the class asked.
"What piercings? These are all inventions of mine." The man said, reaching up and pulling out one of his nose 'rings'. "This is a miniature tracking device. It's hooked up to the computer at my house so that I know where it is if I ever lose it."
"Professor Pein is it really appropriate for you to be wearing all of those in class?" the same girl asked.
"I don't see why not. These are all examples of what nanotechnology can do. Ask another question and you'll have to answer one of mine." The girl's hand, which had been in the air, slowly slid back down to rest on her desk. "Good. Now, how many of you are here to try to develop inventions of your own to sell?" Most of the hands in the room went up. "How many of you are here in hopes of getting employed in an electronics company and help develop new technologies to sell?" All but one hand was up.
"Brooding boy with the pony tail," Pein said, walking around the edge of his desk to sit on it. "You didn't raise your hand. Why are you here?"
"To learn about nanotechnology," Itachi said in monotone.
"And why do you want to learn about nanotechnology?"
"Because people that go to casinos often buy nanotechnology objects from black markets that allow them to cheat the machines. I want to learn how to make something that can combat said nanotech."
"A very noble reason. Your parents own a casino?"
"I own a casino." Pein arched an eyebrow.
"That's quite the accomplishment for someone who's still in college. What's your name?"
"Uchiha Itachi," he stared straight back at the teacher, whose eyes had widened in surprise. Murmurs rippled through the room before Pein called for quiet and started detailing the curriculum.
"I assume that at least an eighth of you will fail or quit this class by the end of the semester. This is a grueling course, so be prepared. By the end of the semester you will have made prototypes for your first invention. That will be your final, and your grade will depend on how many flaws I see in it." He went on to lecture for a while, drawing simplistic sketches on the board before passing out papers with full details. The paper that he gave Itachi had a note on it.
Meet me at the end of class. I have something I want to discuss with you. Itachi sighed and doodled on the paper, half-listening to Pein's lecture. When class was ended Itachi stayed in his seat, waiting for everyone to filter out of the room before shoving the paper into his bag and standing up.
"Please close the door, Itachi," Pein said, sitting behind his desk and writing something on a piece of paper. Itachi did as he was told, a little confused.
"What do you need? I have lunch now and there's someone I have to go talk to," Itachi said, a little impatient. He turned to face Pein and found a pair of silken lips against his. He was frozen there, his eyes wide as his teacher kissed him. He only responded when he felt the flick of a tongue against his upper lip. He opened his mouth and allowed Pein passage, surprised when he felt something blunt slide over his tongue, Pein's tongue piercing. Fingers tangled in hair as Pein pulled Itachi closer, their kiss becoming an animal of lust. Itachi was the first to pull away, his breath coming in pants.
"We shouldn't be doing this," he said, gasping when he felt Pein rake his teeth up his neck. "It's not allowed for a teacher and a pupil."
"But you haven't pushed me away, so you must want it too," Pein said, the smirk clear in his voice as he bit Itachi's ear, eliciting a gasp. He then pulled away, watching Itachi with a look of amusement. "I'll let you think my offer through. I want an answer by next class." And he left, leaving Itachi to calm and collect himself before getting his bag and leaving as well.
"You've been kissing someone," Sharin said the moment she saw him. "Your upper lip is a little swollen."
"I fell," he lied, looking away from her.
"I have trouble imagining the great Uchiha Itachi falling on his face." She smiled. "Kuro wants to see you again, he said you were nice. Maybe you and your friends would like to come over for dinner?"
"Which friends?" Itachi asked. "Zetsu's been a little…angry lately, and my brother is wrapped up in school work.
"Then why not bring over Naruto, Suki, and Gaara?"
"Is it okay if I bring one other person? He's been dying to meet you since Gaara told him about Kuro."
"Sure, who is it? Another senior?"
"Yeah, his name is Sasori. He's Gaara's cousin, so they look a little alike."
"Sounds like fun. Mom's not going to be here today because she's out with some friends for the week, so we can have barbecue if you want. Kuro loves barbecue."
"Sounds good to me. I'll go tell everyone about our plans. You're going home now?"
"Yeah, today's classes are over. I'll take Kuro out to shop for food. Is seven good for you?"
"Perfect," Itachi said with a small smile. Sharin smiled back and turned away, going down the path lined with Sakura trees that they had first met on. He turned and started walking towards the cafeteria, rubbing his upper lip thoughtfully as he walked. The prospect of dating a teacher was enticing. The danger that such a relationship would contain only proved to make it all the more interesting.
"You're in a good mood today," Suki said, smiling at Itachi. "Talked to Sharin again?"
"She invited us over for dinner. You wanna come?"
"Sure, I've got nothing better to do. Tobi's got work again. It sucks, dating someone who's a little too responsible. Work then studying, and by the time he's done he has no energy left for me."
"Maybe you should talk to him about it," Itachi suggested, sitting across from her.
"I've tried, he fell asleep halfway through my speech. Three times. I've given up!"
"Congratulations, way to be optimistic and keep trying, no matter what the hardships are." Suki winced as she grabbed a cupcake, a burger, and a carton of milk.
"Don't use my own words against me. That was to help you deal with your loss."
"You know this makes you a hypocrite, right." She threw a wrapped muffin at him, hitting him in the middle of the chest.
"Looks like Sasuke and Tobi have more in common than we thought," Suki said, changing the subject suddenly. "Look at them. Who studies during lunch break?" The two of them were sitting at a circular table; books spread out everywhere as they ate sandwiches and read their notes or did homework. "It makes my brain hurt."
"What brain?" Itachi asked, earning a punch in the arm. "I'm just teasing."
"And I'm just about ready to rip your head off. What's your point?"
"There's a girl with weird eyes staring at you, and particular reason why?" Itachi asked, looking at a table where a girl sat with blue-tinted hair and lavender eyes.
"Huh, oh her? She's been following me since I saved her from some punk who was calling her a worthless piece of shit. She's pretty nice, real shy, though. I like her, she's cute."
"Pedophile," Itachi said with a smirk.
"She's over eighteen, therefore, I am not a pedophile."
"Wait…did you," he looked at the girl again then back at Suki.
"No! Hell no! She's cute and nice, but…I've got Tobi," Suki paused, a little uncertain. "I'm going to go eat lunch with her. The kid who was picking on her is in here, and I don't want him to bother her again. He has a serious stick up his ass." She turned her back on him before he could say anything else and walked over to the table where the girl sat.
"Hey Hinata," Suki said, smiling as she sat down.
"He-hello Suki-sempai," Hinata said, looking down at her hands.
"Didn't I tell you to just call me Suki? Sempai sounds weird with my name."
"Yes," Hinata said, still looking down at her hands. "S-Suki?"
"Hmm?" She looked at the girl, still smiling, and noted the redness of her face. "You okay, kid? Your face looks like a tomato."
"I-" she stopped, putting her head down on the table.
"Hey, you okay?" Suki asked, lifting Hinata's head and putting her hand on the girl's forehead. "You're burning up. Want me to take you to the nurse."
"N-no, I'm okay!" She said, smiling a little. "I wanted to thank you for saving me from my cousin."
"You've already thanked me about ten times. You don't have to keep thanking me."
"You don't understand," Hinata said, her eyes wide and sincere. "Standing up to him is like standing up to my whole family!"
"I'm glad I could help?" Suki shrugged a shoulder. "It really was no big deal. Besides, I've got a new friend now." She leaned over and wrapped her arms around Hinata, smiling when she felt the heat of Hinata's face caused by her blush.
"Something wrong, Hinata?" Suki asked, her smile turning a little shy.
"N-no, I-I just…" Hinata stammered, her blush deepening.
"Oh, look at that. I have to go, Hinata. Sorry. But hey, I'll talk to you later, okay?" Suki and Hinata both stood and Suki gave Hinata a final hug before turning and leaving the cafeteria.
"You're bringing a puppet with you, Sasori?" Suki asked, arching an eyebrow at Sasori, who was carrying a small present bag.
"Kids like toys," Sasori said in monotone. Even though he sounded as apathetic as always, Suki noticed the slightest curve to the corner of his mouth.
"You like kids, huh?" She asked, smiling at him. "Or do you wanna score points with mama?"
"I have no idea what you're talking about. My mom always told me that it's rude to go to someone's house without bringing something, and I know more about kids than I do about girls."
"Itachi's been spouting about this girl nonstop; there must have been something that you could have gotten her."
"From what Itachi's been saying I've determined that she really loves her son, and he's the most important person to her. Therefore, I'm giving her a gift by giving the boy a gift."
"So you are after points with mama," Suki smiled hugely, jumping away when Sasori tried to punch her. "You're just upset 'cause I figured you out.
"Would you guys quiet down, you'll wake the whole neighborhood!" Naruto said, glancing over his shoulder at the two of them.
"Naruto, it's six in the afternoon, no one's sleeping," Suki pointed out, sticking her tongue out. "You're just upset 'cause I'm having fun."
"And you're upset 'cause the kid likes me more," Naruto shot back instantly. Suki murmured something about hating blonde boys because they were idiots.
"Here we are!" Itachi announced when they were at the house. "Behave, okay, you guys?"
"Why do you always act like we'll burn the place down?" Naruto asked, pretending to be hurt.
"Because you would probably mess up the grill and do just that," Gaara said lightly.
"I hate you," Naruto said through his teeth.
"Mean words will get you no dessert in this house!" Sharin announced as she opened the door. "Being a bad influence as always, Naruto?" She asked, smiling at him.
"She's only known me for a few days, why is she allowed to be so mean to me?"
"She's not being mean, she's being blunt," Sasori said, smiling a little. "I'm Sasori."
"Gaara's cousin, right? You two look alike, but your eyes are different, 'Sori. C'mon in, everyone! Kuro is running around in the backyard with the neighbor's dog."
"She gets familiar with people fast, doesn't she?" Sasori murmured as they made their way through the house.
"Yeah, but she also hates talking to people. It's a little weird," Naruto muttered back, smiling. "She's cool, though. And her food's good."
"Kuro, come meet Sasori." The child ran over to Sasori, his black eyes sparkling.
"I brought you a present," Sasori said, squatting down and taking the puppet out of the bag. It was a dog with complex interior design that allowed the strings to come out of its back instead of its actual limbs, creating a realistic look when it moved.
"Cool!" Kuro said, taking it and playing with the strings, squealing in delight when the dog moved in his lap.
"Did you make that?" Sharin asked, smiling as she began to set the picnic table.
"Yeah, I did it during art class over the past few days."
"That's strange, I've never seen you in the studio. Then again, I'm only in there for fourth and fifth block. When do you have class?"
"Seventh block. You're a freshman, right? Which painting is yours?"
"Can't tell you that, it's not done yet. I'll tell you in a few days." She smiled, took some of the meat from the barbecue pit, and put it on a large plate. "Dinner's ready! Sit down to eat, everyone!"
Sharin: Muttering to Psy
Riayu: Yes, I will be exacting revenge on you, Sharin. I'll take my time, though. Don't worry your little head, it'll come.
Sharin: Ah, shit!
Psy: Told you she'd hear you.
Itachi: You aren't going to kill me, are you?
Riayu: That's a good question. Here's a question for people who decide to review (yes, all five of you) Who thinks I'll kill Itachi?
Sharin: Oh dear god. You know people are going to beg, right?
Riayu: I'm sorry, is there a point to that remark? Anyways, that's the chapter for now. Thanks for reading! And thank you to my few reviewers. Sorry you had to be punished. Please, please, review. I require feed back. I want ten this time, please. That's not that many. Please!
Psy: Candy for all who reviewed! Passing out huge boxes of candy