Naruto : Ballad

A/N: I do not own Naruto! Thanks for the review! There might be some scene where I jump but I'll give a proper explanation for it doing flash backs to how it happened or by narration...

Chapter 2:

Four years later…. Naruto 12 years old. Sasuke 18 years old.

'Geez get off my back!' Naruto spoke in an annoyed tone as he took a seat on the chair opposite to the occupied chair. He sat with his elder brother eating breakfast. 'I'm just going to Kiba to have a group study. I'm going to be late I know but it doesn't mean I won't return home.'

'Is that the dog guy?' Sasuke asked facing Naruto relaxing on the chair.

'That's rude!' Naruto sighed. 'True that he may appear to love his dog too much but that's all; he do have girl he likes!'

'Want me to escort you there?' Sasuke offered in a solemn voice as he took a sip from his cup. 'Dropping you off won't be a problem, it's on the way anyway.'

Naruto eyed Sasuke. 'I'm fine!' He sighs. 'You don't need to get worried about me that much! I know that Tsunade-nee left you in charge for the month that she won't be here but you are taking it to a much different level – Tsunade-nee is only gone for three days and you are action as if you are my fa-' He managed to stop himself from speaking recalling how Sasuke's father abandoned him after killing Sasuke's mother. He lowered his head, took a peek at Sasuke who remained unaffected. He felt relieved that Sasuke didn't hear him.

Sasuke pretended that he didn't hear what Naruto said knowing that it would make the young blond guilty. He didn't want to make the blond to feel uncomfortable. He could easily tell what the blond is thinking like an open book; after all he is the one who took most of the time looking after Naruto.

'Uhmmm… Sorry.' Naruto said in a calmer tone after realizing that what he said is rude. 'I don't need you to drive me. I'll call home when I get there. I'll leave Kiba's contact and with the other people that I would be with. Kiba's sister will be there as well so no need to worry. I wanted to offer but Tsunade-nee will be furious if she ever found out that somebody is coming here. You should remember that Kiba is a bit like a dog snooping around and stuff.'

'Yeah I guess.' Sasuke's voice sounded gloomier. He focused his attention to his food.

Naruto felt awkward that Sasuke didn't say anything after wards. He felt guilty. He spoke to Sasuke as soon as he a reached the door. 'I'll leave my things in your car. It's too much for me to carry. Pick me up later, okay?' His smile looked awkward.

Sasuke looked stunned; he smiled seeing Naruto's expression unable to settle. He nods. 'Sure.' He pet Naruto's hair and left locking the door behind him.

Sasuke drove Naruto to school like usual.

At school…

'Yo!' Kiba greets as he saw Naruto. He met Naruto half way. He look pass Naruto to the car that the blond came out from; he looks at Sasuke drive away the black car. 'I see that you are the same as ever.'

'I almost left the house awkward.' Naruto informed frowning. 'It must be nice to have a sister.'

'As if!' Kiba sounds in strong opposition. 'She is a dictator! She likes to have her way always. Your brother is way kinder! I'd trade with you if I can any day!

Kiba and Naruto are classmates since the blond moved in with Tsunade. They became close instantly; almost everything shared between them – not unless Sasuke says it isn't fine to say.

'So can everyone go to your house later?' Naruto asked.

Kiba grins. 'Yeah. And some of the guys will bring some entertainment for us. Look forward for it!'

Naruto wonders what it could be that would make Kiba sound so excited, when he is focused that they would only be studying.

To be continued…

A/N: okay so nothing happened here. Continue to read for the next chapter is something to really look forward to…. A hint – what does some boys do in a house?