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CHAPTER 6
"What?" Mikoto shrieked. She couldn't believe two wonderful people had died a tragic death.
Iruka sighed, "It's sad but true. Their oldest son, Mangetsu, passed away shortly because of pneumonia."
"Mangetsu's dead too?" Kushina asked with disbelief. Tears fell down her eyes.
Kimimaro nodded, "Ever since, Sakura and Suigetsu have been on their own."
"Just the two of them?" asked Hiashi. Kimimaro nodded.
"Those two miss their parents, I can tell," said Iruka. He gave a sad smile. "Suigetsu's never been the same after Mangetsu died and seeing Suigetsu sad is eating Sakura alive."
"Mangetsu told the media that he was going for training in the mountains and was never coming back," said Kurenai. "But in reality, he was dying."
Mikoto finally lost it. She broke down crying in her husband's arms. Many closed their eyes in grief and sorrow.
Mikoto couldn't believe it! Her best friend, along with her husband, had died and she didn't know about it.
"How come we never knew of it?" Hizashi asked with anger.
"It was old news, that's why." Shikaku said shaking his head.
They stayed there remembering the times with Sayuri and Kenji. They didn't know that their kids heard the whole conversation.
Sasuke was shocked. So were the others, who were with him.
"Poor Sakura-chan and Suigetsu-kun." Hinata said softly.
"But that day," said Ino. "Suigetsu said-"
"He lied," Shikamaru cut in.
"Jugo, Kiba," said Mikoto. "Why don't you join the others in Sasuke's room?" The others heard shuffling. Soon, Kiba and Jugo came into the room. Nobody uttered a word.
Kiba grinned, "I guess you guys heard huh?"
"How come they're so happy-go-lucky and youthful?" Lee demanded. "I mean . . . losing their parents at such a young age . . ."
Jugo sighed, "It wasn't easy. Suigetsu was breaking down on the inside but he hid it with a smile. Sakura was worse. She didn't eat or sleep for a few weeks. Soon after, she started recovering but seeing Suigetsu in pain, made her lose it again. But they moved on with their lives. But I can tell they miss their parents and brother, very dearly."
Sasuke sighed. His pink haired friend had already been through so much. She had been through so much pain but still was able to put up a fight. He felt bad for her but at the same time, he felt . . . amused by her actions.
"On a happier note," said Jugo. "He looked at Sasuke. "I heard from Kimimaro that you got accepted by Chakra Records as their new band. 'Sharingan' right?"
Naruto nodded happily, "That's right! Me, Teme, Neji and Shikamaru are in the band! We just released a single."
"Congrats." Kiba said with a grin.
Neji nodded a 'thank you.' Shikamaru sighed, "We're in need of a female vocalist. We're holding an audition in a week. Troublesome."
"Did you say female vocal auditions? Like, for your band?" Kiba asked, his voice dripping with excitement.
"Yes," Neji said smoothly. He raised an eyebrow. "Why?"
Kiba let out a cry or glee, "I know the perfect candidate! She's kinda shy and stubborn but her voice is amazing!"
Jugo's eyes widened, "Kiba, are you taking about-"
"Yup!" Kiba beamed.
"Ooooooh," Naruto said curiously. "Who is it?"
"Wait and see," said Kiba. "She'll never agree on coming to the audition but I'll record her voice and bring it to you. If she's in, she can show herself."
"Kiba, you know you shouldn't make decisions without her permission." Jugo said warningly.
Kiba shrugged, "It'll be fine."
"Okay then," said Ino. "I'm getting curious about this mystery girl already!"
"Better not be a fan girl." Sasuke muttered.
Kiba boomed with laughter, "Don't worry, she's not a fan girl. In fact, she had a really poor history on guys?"
"Meaning?" Tenten urged.
"She never dated nor did she have crushes or fall in love!"
"I'm starting to like her already." Neji said, mockingly.
Kiba chuckled, "Well, I'm gonna go ask Suigetsu to help me." He pulled out his phone and left the room.
Ino sighed, "I feel bad for Sakura. I mean, she lost her family and her only sibling is torn apart. To make things worse, I heard that she was treated like dirt in school."
Jugo scratched his head, "Everyone treats her that way. She never gives a damn."
"Imma tear apart anyone who insults Sakura or Suigetsu from now on." Tenten said reaching for the senbons in her hair. Neji stopped her.
"I will make my cherry blossom smile!" Lee beamed.
"My cherry blossom?" Hinata asked, tilting her head.
Lee did a nice guy pose, "I will protect my blossom! She is the most youthful, strong and beautiful girl I have ever seen."
Sasuke twitched.
'No way Sakura would go out with this weirdo.' Sasuke thought.
"Ooooooh," Naruto said cheekily to Sasuke. "Teme is twitching! You jealous?"
"No way." He muttered. He suppressed the blush that was on his cheek. Lee pointed a finger at Sasuke, "Uchiha Sasuke, I accept thee as my youthful rival of love!"
Sasuke rolled his eyes, "Hn."
"We should get to know Sakura-chan better," Hinata said timidly. "We could spend some time with her."
"Hinata-chan, you are a genius!" Naruto said as he hugged her. Neji glared while Hinata turned a thousand shades of red.
Ino groaned, "I forgot! I have to arrange a bouquet for life skills class. Though my family owns a flower shop, I suck at those things."
"I can help." Jugo said politely.
"Really?" I no beamed.
Jugo nodded, "Kimimaro taught me how to do many things. Gardening was one of my favourites. I guess I'm pretty good at arranging a bouquet."
"Wonderful," Ino chirped. "Let's go to the backyard. Mikoto-chan said I could use her flowers." Jugo nodded and followed Ino downstairs.
Kiba came back in the room, "Suigetsu's in. Now you guys just have to be patient."
I sighed as I threw aside another pile of clothes. How could I not realize it was missing? I mean, it's such an important object to me!
If you're wondering what I'm looking for, then I'll tell you. I'm looking for my necklace; the one my mother gave me the day I was born. It is made of silver with a dark blue sapphire in the middle. I can't believe I lost it and never realized it!
I became frustrated. I banged my head on the wall. I searched the entire house and found nothing . . . except for a few socks and the T.V remote that went missing a few years ago.
I decided to take a break, but that does not mean I'm giving up my search. I grabbed an apple juice can from the fridge and sat on the couch. Maybe watching some T.V will help me clear my mind.
I flipped through random channels and one got my attention: the music channel.
"The popular band, Sharingan, will be holding auditions for a female vocalist in the upcoming week. Go for it girls!" The host of the show cheered. "Now, here's the video for Sharingan's newest single, Astronaut."
Did she say Astronaut? My eyes widened when I saw the band; Naruto the drummer, Neji the bassist, Shikamaru the guitarist and the lead vocalist was none other than Sasuke. Not only that, the title of their song was the title I picked during music class. Now I'm really curious to hear their song.
"Let's see how good you are at singing, Uchiha." I mused out loud.
The music began to play and I listened to Sasuke sing.
Can anybody hear me?
Or am I talking to myself?
My mind is running empty
in the search for someone else
who doesn't look right through me.
It's all just static in my head
Can anybody tell me why I'm lonely like a satellite?
'Cause tonight I'm feeling like an astronaut
Sending SOS from this tiny box
And I lost all signal when I lifted up
Now I'm stuck out here and the world forgot
Can I please come down? (Come down)
'Cause I'm tired of drifting around and round (and round)
Can I please come down?
I'm deafened by the silence
Is it something that I've done?
I know that there are millions
I can't be the only one who's so disconnected
it's so different in my head.
Can anybody tell me why I'm lonely like a satellite?
'Cause tonight I'm feeling like an astronaut
Sending SOS from this tiny box
And I lost all signal when I lifted up
Now I'm stuck out here and the world forgot
Can I please come down? (Come down)
'Cause I'm tired of drifting around and round (and round)
Can I please come down?
I couldn't believe it! That damn cocky Uchiha had such an angelic voice. His lyrics were amazing, I know but his voice? It was so soothing and soft and . . . mysterious. It was inspiring.
Now I lie awake and scream in a zero gravity
and it's starting to weigh down on me.
Let's abort this mission now
Can I please come down?
So tonight I'm calling all astronauts
all the lonely people that the world forgot
if you hear my voice come pick me up
Are you out there?
'Cause you're all I've got!
And tonight I'm feeling like an astronaut
Sending SOS from this tiny box
And I lost all signal when I lifted up
Now I'm stuck out here and the world forgot
'Cause tonight I'm feeling like an astronaut
Sending SOS from this tiny box
To the lonely people that the world forgot
Are you out there?
'Cause you're all I've got!
Can I please come down?
'Cause I'm tired of drifting round and round.
Can I please come down? Can I please come down? Can I please come down?
The song ended. So did the show. I sat there gaping like a fish. I heard the front door open.
"Yo Sakura." Suigetsu said. "Why are you staring at the screen like that? Close your mouth, you'll attract flies."
I shook my head and glared at Suigetsu who chuckled and headed for his room. I sighed, "Hey goldfish, have you seen my necklace?"
"The one mom gave you?" he asked.
"Yeah." I muttered.
"Nope," he said. 'Isn't it with you?"
"I can't find it." I admitted. Suigetsu shook his head, 'And I thought you were more responsible than this." I chucked the remote on his head.
"Hey, you found the remote!" He said happily as he flipped through random channels.
I leaned on his shoulder and watched a random show: How I met you mother.
"Hey Sak," Suigetsu started to say. "I need a new tux. I can't fit into my old one." We dressed formally for mom, dad and Mangetsu's anniversary.
I sighed, "I doubt you'll fit into Kiba's and Jugo's would be too big for you." We didn't have much money at the time being. I worked at the hospital as a caretaker and I earn a little but we only used money for what we need and not what we want. I had an idea.
"Hold on." I told him as I jumped off the couch and ran to my room. He shrugged and went back to watching T.V.
I pulled out Mikoto's address. I was right; her number was scribbled on the bottom. I picked up my phone and dialed the number.
"Hello?" Mikoto's voice chimed in. Somehow, her voice sounded a bit . . . sad.
"Hello Mikoto-sensei," I said. It's Sakura."
"Oh Sakura dear," Mikoto beamed. "How are you? Are you coming over?"
"Uh, no. Sorry," I said sheepishly. "It's just . . . is Sasuke there?"
"Yes, but why?" she said curiously. "Are you dating my Sasuke-chan?"
I blushed, "No! No! Nothing like that. I just have a favor to ask him, that's all?"
"I see," said Mikoto. Is it just me, or did Mikoto sound a bit . . . I don't know, disappointed? "I'll put him on in a second."
I waited.
After a little while, instead of Sasuke's voice, I heard Naruto's yelling, "SAKURA-CHAN!"
I cringed at his voice, "Hi Naruto. Uh, is Sasuke there?"
"Dobe." I heard Sasuke say. Then I heard Naruto whine in pain. I guess Sasuke hit him. Poor guy.
"Hn." Sasuke grunted.
I rolled my eyes, "Listen Uchiha, do you have a tux?"
"What?"
"You heard me."
"Hn, why?"
"Suigetsu needs a tux and his can't fit into his own. Men and their growth hormones."
"Why?"
"He is too tall."
"No, why do you need a tux?" Aw snap! I'm not gonna spill the word about my family's death anniversary.
"We have to attend . . . something." My excuse sucked.
"What is this 'something'?" God! Can't he just drop the subject?
"Personal reasons." I replied lamely.
I could imagine Sasuke with that smug smirk of his on the other line, "What makes you think I'll lend it to him?"
I twitched, "Never mind."
"I'll lend my tux," he said. "But you better return it in good shape."
"Deal," I beamed. "Thanks."
"Hn." And with that I snapped my phone shut.
I sighed as I lay on my bed. Life's been tough on me and Suigetsu; especially after our family's death. One tux for Suigetsu: check. That solves one of my problems. Only a hundred more to go. I shook my head and crawled into bed.
Me: What do ya think?
Kiba: Where's my P.O.V?
Me: Be patient.
Kiba: -grumbles-
Lee: Please review youthful readers! –nice guy pose-
