After Hinata all but demanding him to go, and Daisuke advising him to because of the Hyuuga's urgency, Sasuke walks up the stairs of the hospital in what once were his father's robes with a sigh, closing his eyes. I hadn't wanted to come here… I don't want to get attached just to have him die on me. …But if Hinata of all people is so urgent…maybe it isn't looking well… …Damn… I guess…I started getting close to him again as soon as I found out he didn't really kill our family… Him being here in town just makes that deeper… I might have made a big mistake not spending the time with him that I could…
As Sasuke enters the room, he first notices his older brother asleep, but this soon changes as Itachi's eyes open slowly, and then blink open wide and turn to Sasuke as his heart monitor starts whining loudly. "..F-Father…?"
Blinking his eyes wide, Sasuke clears his throat and turns aside slightly, a gentle flush coming across his face. "…Itachi…" Are his eyes really so bad from walking around with the mangekyo sharingan activated all the time…?
The familiarity of the voice as Sasuke makes the older Uchiha sigh in relief and he slowly looks back up to the ceiling and closes his eyes. "…Sasuke… you… actually frightened me for a moment… I thought he had come to take me with him…" Then swallowing he offers. "…You must've grown up a lot to be dressed that way…"
"Yes." He answers bluntly before softening and sighing, moving to sit at his side. "…Are you ailing…?" He asks, a small hint of worry in his voice.
"I haven't stopped yet." He returns simply before sighing gently. "…Why go to all this effort, Sasuke? I'm a ninja… death is just a part of our existence…"
"Don't you understand at all?" The younger male snaps before turning quickly, narrowing his eyes as he leans back in his seat. "…Without you here with me…thinking you'd killed our family… It ruined me. …I guess I'm trying to get my brother back…and maybe a part of myself at the same time…"
"…I don't regret lying to you. Of all the things I have in life to regret… I was a go-between for our clan, and the hokage; a tool so that they could keep an eye on us, and we could keep an eye on them… no one between the two treated me like the person I was…There's no hope left for this pathetic clan. The people of this clan were all the same. They focused on the trivial, and lost sight of what's most important. Change is impossible, in that fog of ignorance. How can we evolve when regulation is all we know?"
"…Then how can you expect me to not be our father without you?" He asks simply, moving to stand. What can I say to him to make him understand? …Now, I feel like I shouldn't bother.
Suddenly seeming thoughtful, Itachi then closes his eyes again and shakes his head. "…I guess I don't have an answer for you there… but I'm just… so tired of thinking about this all the time… just… you need to stay away from Madara. There is a reason that, as dysfunctional as our clan might have been, he forced them to turn their backs on him…"
"Why should I do anything you ask? You just want to run away again. I have to pick up the pieces to this clan by myself then, don't I?" The feather-haired male asks back smoothly, crossing his arms with a gentle frown. "You've always lead me the wrong way; leading me to believe that which wasn't right and making me into the man I am today. I'm not proud of this man, Itachi. …And with you just wanting to abandon the mess you've helped to make, I don't see myself ever being proud." With that, Sasuke slowly makes his way to the door.
"…" Frowning softly, Itachi winces before he slowly moves to sit up and when Sasuke stops, with his back to the older Uchiha, Itachi pants a few times and then sags. "…Everything… I've ever done… has been to try and better you, Sasuke… I didn't want things to be this way… I wanted you to be a hero…"
"I'm not better. Things are this way. And I'm anything but a hero." He responds coldly, folding his arms together into his sleeves thoughtfully. "…I needed a family. …At least part of one. I was ten, Itachi. And alone. I grew scared and cold; haunted by our family as I slept in our home. You'll never understand my pain."
"…You are better; better than me… because regardless how, you've grown through your pain, and I've been consumed by mine…" Seeming thoughtful, Itachi then shifts and slowly lies back down. "I have tried to get past it, but I just can't… I allowed those things to happen and I allowed myself to be used by both sides of a petty grudge that has existed as long as there have been ninjas. …It doesn't matter, Sasuke… no matter what… the Uchiha clan is destined for pain… I want you to understand that and be prepared… so that it, hopefully, won't hurt you as bad when it happens."
"Why should I heed a word of all this? It might just be more of your…deception." Sasuke points out, turning over his shoulder slightly. "If you aren't going to fight, you can cause all the hell you want before going, and then what?" Moving to the door, the younger Uchiha hesitates before asking. "Have you ever found a reason to get past your pain? I'd still be in Otogakure right now, if not for Haruno Sakura. …She's my key to reviving the Uchiha clan…and my heart."
Turning thoughtful now, Itachi's eyes close again. "…No. But Sasuke, I have seen both sides. I have been places you could not imagine… if you meddle in this too deeply, it may get your Sakura killed… I don't care if you believe anything else about me, but this… is the most important thing I could ever give you… don't… let yourself get involved with Madara Uchiha…"
"Are you threatening me?" Sasuke asks, suddenly becoming defensive as his eyes sharply lock with his brother's calmly.
"I am not a threat to anything anymore, Sasuke." Itachi states with a scoff before looking away. "I…couldn't stop you if I wanted to… but I am genuinely trying to help you… if you won't believe me, then I guess I have only myself to blame at this point."
"…I'm not coming back until you either stop being so stubborn, or until your condition changes. If you decide you're ready to talk to me, you can send Hinata. She said she plans on being here often." Turning again, Sasuke says nothing as he makes his way from the room.
Turning to watch his brother leave, Itachi then turns considerate. Hyuuga-sama…then I suppose she's all I have for now… Blinking at his own thoughts, he just turns upwards and sighs. I'm worried, though… for showing me pity, how would her family react…?
Stepping into Hinata's room, Neji bows before asking quietly. "…You were at the hospital a day ago… are you feeling alright, Hinata-sama?"
Blinking up at him, the long haired female then only bows her head with a gentle nod. "..y-yes, Neji… I'm alright…"
"Are you sure?" He presses softly before coming to sit next to her. "…If you're not feeling well, then it's okay, but you should tell me."
"I'm…fine, Neji… I was just going to see…someone…" She utters softly, losing he eyes before lifting her head. "…Neji…c-can I…ask a question…?"
Going to see someone…? Furrowing his brows, and looking confused, Neji then nods and offers. "Yes, of course."
"…do you think I'm…attractive…?" She asks, shifting slightly on her bed before looking down at her purple painted toenails.
Blinking slightly, Neji raises his brows. He follows her eyes and then blinks again in further confusion. "I … yes…?" He offers objectively.
Blushing a bit, she then offers, though she doesn't smile. "…I get…lonely…s-sometimes… …You haven't spent…m-much time with Haruka-san lately… Is something wrong?"
"No, but she has been busy lately." The brunette answers simply, but vaguely. Then looking considerate he offers in counterpoint. "It may not be the same situation, but you and Daisuke are still able to be friends aren't you?"
"…I don't know… He tries to…b-be nice, but…" She responds lowly, chewing her bottom lip. "…He was over Sasuke's house the other day…w-when I went over there…" Moving closer to him, Hinata swallows harshly before laying her head upon his lap with a sigh. Neji…
Blinking down at her, Neji then sighs. I was on my way to bed… hrm… I suppose I can still stay here with her for a while… but to be honest, the thought has made me worry about Haruka… He leans back more against the wall and says nothing.
"Your 'act' if I can assume that's what it was, was impressive and convincing, yes… but you should be careful not to instill too much unnecessary fear. I don't want the people of Konoha believing I will just murder those who stand in my way, that is not the case." Danzo explains to a prostrate Haruka who sits with a tall, and somewhat imposing, blonde ANBU man standing above her with his arms crossed. He lightly probes at her mind but relays no information to Danzo yet.
"…I apologize…" She responds, shifting once slightly in her position. She keeps her mind all but clear, as per her mental warning to herself before.
Watching her carefully for a moment, Danzo then states. "You have the potential to be infinitely useful to me, Haruka. Is there anything you'd like for me to know at this time?"
"Rinsu has begun rallying the Jonin. With Naruto, Kakashi and Jiraiya-sanin's help, she's becoming the favored to win." She informs, keeping her head down.
"Hmph… I see. What advice can you offer?" The elderly man asks pressingly.
"Her sister is currently avoiding any stressful conversations, but finding her without one of her advisers or the mysterious black haired ninja at her side is difficult. I could still try to set up a meeting between you both, but getting her to go without bodyguard would be tricky. …Though, I could possibly convince her to bring the one of your choosing." She replies. The best, considering, would probably be Naruto…hmm…
"Hmm, I see." Danzo nods slowly while continuing to look over the pink clad kunoichi. "Then that is what we'll plan for."
After a short silence, she asks softly. "..Is there anything else you wish of me?"
Glancing up to the blonde ninja, Danzo nods and the man then walks from the room. "I would invite you to a cup of tea before you depart. My assistant will return shortly with some."
Then hairs on the back of her neck standing on end for a moment, the raven haired kunoichi hen only nods slightly as she move to sit up. "…But only for a moment. I'm expected elsewhere soon, Danzo-sama."
"I will try not to keep you long." Just incase one of them grows suspicious. A minute later the blonde returns and sets the tray of tea between the two of them, and pours each a cup before returning to his original position.
Looking down into her up, Haruka nods her thanks but doesn't move any more, saying silent as she stares into her tea. …Why does something bode ill…
Watching her a moment, Danzo then sups from his cup. "Are you alright, Haruka?" Giving a small grin he offers. "It's very good…" And a bit quick… hmmmm…
"..Just…concerned over my meeting, Danzo-sama…" She murmurs in half-honesty, lifting her up to take a small sip, soon after growing slightly red with a sigh. "…M-…mm…"
"I'm sure everything will be fine, Haruka… after all; it's just a cup of tea." The rest will be your decision, whether you understand that or not. I have to commend Orochimaru for this drug, and for Haruka allowing me to test it's effectiveness. Since no results were discovered from Rin's test.
Taking another sip of her tea, the younger woman pants once, turning her head aside and swallowing heavily. …I feel…hot… ..What's going on..?
Once they have both finished a single cup, Danzo offers. "Would you like any more, Haruka?" His own heart beats rapidly and beads of sweat begin to appear on his brow. I've got to hold it together a little longer…
"…N-No…Danzo-sama, I…have to get going… I'll be late…" The pink-clad kunoichi utters, moving to stand shakily as she fans her face slightly.
Standing as well, Danzo moves to put an arm around the pink clad teen's waist and excuses her shaky movements. "Oh my, are you alright, Haruka? You look flushed…"
"I-I'm fine…Danzo-sama… Just…a little over heated…" ..If I don't get there soon…he'll come looking for me… I don't have long… …I feel so hot…and him touching me just…makes me feel uncomfortable…
"You should let my personal medic look you over first." Danzo offers politely while his hand moves a bit lower and starts to caress her hips. Mmm… she's healthy, too.
Flinching from his touch, the younger ninja tries to move away from him, shaking her head quickly. "I'll get checked out later… I'm expected somewhere very soon…"
Reaching out to take her by the arm, Danzo then tugs her back against him. "I couldn't… just let you… why don't you tell me who's expecting you? And I'll let them know the dilemma…" He offers as his other hand wraps around her to rest against her lower stomach.
"I'm fine…I wan to go." She urges in reply, trying to pull from him again. He's too insistent. And why do I feel so… Something's wrong.
"But you're burning up." Danzo points out, holding her tighter and then reaching his hand through the belts along her skirt to press against her crotch. "Look how hot y-" The words get held up in Danzo's throat as the younger ninja whirls and strikes him harshly across the face. Gritting his teeth in sudden anger he lashes out to grip her by the hair and pull her eyes to bear on his. After a few calming breaths, the eye behind Danzo's thin bandages gives off just enough to appear hypnotizing. You will accept this, Haruka… one way or the other…
Her eyes closing quickly as she grits her own teeth, the raven haired young woman calls out in fear and frustration before pulling harshly against her own hair, lifting a leg to try and kick him in his stomach. I'm late… He knows to find me here… But what can he do…? He's planning to rape me and kill me… I worried he might turn on me… He told me not to do this… I'm such a fool!
Catching her foot with his bandaged hand, Danzo then pushes it straight up, her flexibility allowing for him to put it against his shoulder. He leans in close and presses her back to the wall roughly. "Now, Haruka… we're going to perform a test… I don't want to have to injure you further, so you'd do well to cooperate."
Grunting loudly, the younger female narrows her eyes darkly. "Release me, you honor-less pig! Or you'll regret it." I have to send him a sign I need help…before…
"Honor?" Danzo just chuckles. "You've betrayed your friends, you've betrayed me… I have more honor in one hand…" He states by showing her the hand that had once gripped her hair. "Than you do in your existence." This said he reaches down to grip the hem of her shirt and pull it up away from her bra, as the other wraps around her waist and he pushes tightly up against her.
Whimpering once before turning her head aside, Haruka becomes otherwise silent, squinting her eyes shut. He doesn't need to know how wrong he is… It doesn't help me in my current situation… …He's on his way by now… If I can get him this when he's closer…
"Danzo-sama…" The blonde ninja finally speaks. "Neji Hyuuga is approaching the Hokage residence."
Turning quickly to look at his bodyguard, the bandaged elder male then frowns in frustration before he sighs and steps away from Haruka quickly, casting her to the floor. "Damnit…! Then… block out her memory of this event and send her on her way!"
As Haruka begins to form handsigns from her place on the ground, a large horde of black bugs descends from the ceiling to coat her arms up to the elbow and gum up her fingers from completing the jutsu.
"These destruction bugs… did they catch you unprepared?" the blonde asks as he steps up close to Haruka and draws a kama from his hip, hooking it around her neck.
I know you got that, Neji… Hopefully, you'll try harder to convince me not to work with this…evil man.. She doesn't answer, suddenly seeming almost dignified, looking up to him blandly.
Once Fu completes his technique, and Danzo returns to his seat, the destruction bugs flee and the Yamanaka returns to a non threatening position. The elder man holds his seemingly peaceable persona as he offers to Haruka politely. "Thank you, Haruka… I think I might have kept you longer than I meant… you'd better hurry to whatever it was you had planned."
Blinking up at him before seeming confused, Haruka moves o sand before feeling her knees quiver. How did so much time pass…? …Did something happen..? …I feel…odd… "Y-…Yes…Danzo-sama…"
Damn… Well a least I have something to report… He only nods a few times, and then adds. "Be well."
Stumbling from within root, Haruka moves to where she sees Neji; right outside of the Hokage residence. "…Neji…am I… How is it so late…?"
Furrowing his brows, Neji then points out. "When I was approaching the building, I received your distress beacon. But when I looked in, there didn't seem to be anything wrong… but now you say you lost time?"
"…A…lot of time… I'm really late… and…disoriented…over heated…disheveled… …m-…moist…." She informs, stumbling over to him before falling against him, blushing gently.
Blinking a few times, Neji frowns gently. "…Haruka… this doesn't feel right. I think that you should stop working with Danzo all together."
"…m-maybe…" She agrees, swallowing and cuddling up against him slightly. "…I feel…so hot…Neji…"
Blinking again and raising his brows, Neji blushes as well before clearing his throat and offering in a different tone. "I…. we… let me… take you home, Haruka…."
As the two make their way to Haruka's home, she begins rubbing her legs together, panting gently in the Hyuuga's ear. "…Neji… Why…am I so hot…"
"I'm.. not sure…" the brunette gulps as he continues to lead the pink clad ninja to her door and then open it to usher her inside.
Falling to her knees and trembling as she bows her head, she utters out almost fearfully. "…I'm…my panties…are soaked, Neji… I…I'm so hot… This isn't normal…"
Blinking down at her, Neji frowns further. Danzo… what did you do to her? "It's alright… Haruka…" The Hyuuga male offer before attempting to help her to her feet. "Come just a little further…" I have no other option than to try and help her stop it…
"…did he…?" She finally asks, trembling as she whimpers on the floor and continues to pant. "…Neji…"
Sighing gently, Neji simply strokes her hair lovingly as he stands above her. "…No. He'd never be that stupid… you'll be okay, Haruka… I won't leave your side until I know for sure that you are…"
"…I feel so hot… It's…getting hard to think… …I just…want you to…touch me…" Rubbing her thighs together, her wetness begins pooling beneath her.
Nodding gently, Neji then urges. "But… not here… Mitsuki might walk in…" He explains. Then, leading her up to her room, he rests her against the bed and quickly begins removing her clothes as his hands play eagerly with her large breasts.
Making a soft sound as her face flushes gently, Haruka grins before observing. "You missed…touching me these past weeks… It has been almost two months…"
Nodding, Neji watches as he opens her bra and lets her bare breasts bound into view. Then shifting aside, he reaches one hand down to caress her slit through her panties while kissing and licking at her neck. "Yes… I have…"
"You're…moving so fast…" She murmurs, though slightly appreciatively as he feels her liquid slowly running between his fingers.
".. We both want… and need this, Haruka…" He offers, slipping a hand into her panties and pulling them down away from her body and down her legs. Then, unfastening the small silver clasps on her hip, he slides her skirt down; leaving her nude save for her heeled shoes. Looking down at her bare form, Neji swallows once before he quickly begins pulling off his white Hyuuga robes.
Watching him silently, Haruka smiles slowly, shifting more up onto the bed before crossing her legs with a grin. "…you know…you've toned up a nice body, Hyuuga-san…"
Blinking, then smiling slightly, Neji nods and then replies. "Thank you, Haruka… your's is lovely as well…" His hand reaches up as he climbs on top of her to cup her breast as his lips then travel down her neck and upper chest.
Moaning and shifting beneath him, the black haired woman croons happily. "Neji…mmm…that feels so nice…"
Groaning softly in response as he hardens quickly, Neji's mouth finds her opposite nipple easily and suckles it between his teeth thankfully, rolling the small fleshy protrusion with his tongue along the roof of his mouth.