Sasuke
Sasuke Uchiha, the boy everyone seemed to want to get their hands on. Why? His sharingan was a much yearned for thing in many places and by a great many individuals. He was to be the newest body of Orochimaru, or so it was planned when he completed his training. I have other plans in mind..I'll kill him as practice before I go after Itachi.. The dark haired male was training with his snake like master, as usual as he noticed Kabuto out of the corner of his eye. Tch, what's he doing here? he wondered, not letting his focus waver even the slightest bit. "Stay and watch, Kabuto. You might learn something" Orochimaru's words meant nothing to the young and revenge obsessed Uchiha, though he did step it up a notch when the gray haired man was in his presence, as he liked to piss him off. It was what he did for 'fun.'
"Of course, Orochimaru-sama" I could feel his glare. Kabuto hated me and I didn't mind it at all. In fact, I didn't really care what anyone thought of me, as long as I could complete my goal. As long as I could kill Itachi and restore my clan, none of it mattered. The fact of the matter was, however, that I enjoyed seeing the vein in Kabuto's forehead pop out when I was around. He often told me I was a 'disrespectful brat' that didn't deserve the kindness that Orochimaru bestowed upon me, not that I cared. Tch, I was even more 'disrespectful' just to prove a point. Tonight was different though. Tonight was the night that he would mess with me, or at least with the side of me that I was still trying to kill...
"Earlier today, while you were training, there was an intruder."he began to explain, when suddenly Orochimaru darkly laughed. "Of course, Kabuto. I was expecting her.Tsunade is as blind as ever, sending her pathetic kunoichi in training to do her dirty work. I assume she was here for the information?"he questioned. Kabuto hesitated, which Sasuke noticed all too well. Tch, loser. He probably forgot to see if she even had it..But what is she doing here..? Dammit, Sakura..Why can't she and Naruto just let me be..? "Well?" Sasuke turned and put his sword away, narrowing his dark eyes at the gray haired male as he did so. "We're waiting.." he said coldly.
Kabuto seemed to have regained his composure by now. "Yes. However, she failed rather pathetically. It was easy." Figures. She's an idiot for coming here...Annoying as ever... "Good work, Kabuto. I do hope you didn't kill her yet though. Hn. He didn't kill her. I can sense her chakra levels, although they're low. What exactly happened..? The Uchiha male sat off to the side as if uninterested in the conversation, however, he was interested enough to listen in.
"No, not yet. I could have, but I thought it would be best to come to you first, in case you wanted her alive."
"The Haruno girl is weak and lacks skill, save for her medical knowledge. I think we should consider all of the possibilities. "What do you suggest we do?"
There he goes bringing me into this. What do I care what he does with Sakura..? Even though that's what he thought, part of Sasuke had not yet fully killed his 'bonds' with the people from Konoha. Namely, Sakura and Naruto. Part of him still cared, though his words and tone of voice said otherwise. He always spoke as if it didn't matter to him, though in this case it did. "Tch, do what you want with her. If she is as skilled in medical ninjutsu as it's thought, keep her, if not, kill her. It makes no difference to me.." His words were harsh and he knew it, but Sasuke Uchiha wanted nothing to do with his former teammates. They were both as good as dead to him. He'd even tried to do away with them the last time they'd encountered each other. With that being said, he turned on his heels and headed toward the direction Sakura was without even knowing it. I've got to get rid of these irritating feelings... he thought with a scowl, walking into the darkness and disappearing.
Sakura
I woke up with a start as I realized I was in an unfamiliar place. After a few minutes though, I recalled just where I was and why I was there. Holding my aching head, I sat up and glanced around my 'prison.' It wasn't too bad, considering that I'd fallen asleep easily enough. Still, I had to get out of here, with or without Sasuke kun. I really did want to see him, though the last time we'd come face to face, he tried to kill me..It still hurt to think about that, so I pushed the memory away and pretended that it didn't exist. Now, it all had to do with how long I had to sit here before four eyes came back and I put my new plan into action. I was going to get out of there no matter what..
Kabuto
{At the time, I had truly thought the Uchiha brat lacked any sort of emotion, save anger and vengeance. I truly believe he didn't care what happened to Sakura. I should have paid more attention, I had let certain facts slip my mind. I can't say I regret many things, but if there's one thing I regret it, it was how blind I had been to everything, including my true self.}
He had not been surprised when Orochimaru asked Sasuke for his opinion. However, it wasn't just a test of where his loyalties lay. Neither of them were idiots, and could clearly see that he didn't have loyalties to anyone, just a goal of hatred aimed towards his elder brother. It was also just a test of where his mental state was, as well as an honest question of his opinion.
Kabuto knew the uchiha wouldn't do anything ridiculous, such as plea for her life or jump at the chance to rescue her. That would have been rather scaring. However, he didn't expect the amount of apathy that the boy had for his former friend's life. Growing up, he didn't really have friends. Still, he had people who took care of him, and although he would kill them if necessary, he would not feel the way Sasuke did. It disturbed him, something not many things could do. I really can't stand him. Everything he does is irrational.
Using two fingers, he casually pushes his glasses up. "Orochimaru-sama, if I may I'd like to suggest we keep her alive a bit longer. She can be used to persuade Konahagakure. I imagine the hokage cares deeply for her."he suggested, then turned his head slightly as sasuke left the room. Wherever he was off to, he didn't really care.
Orochimaru chuckled. "And what do you think we need from them?"
Kabuto paused for a moment. "Lately, they've been managing to kill off many of the sound ninja. Although this doesn't directly effect you, for power purposes it might be best if they stop. Perhaps ordering Konaha to stop meddling in our business would be helpful."
"Perhaps" he began, "But perhaps killing her would send the same message."
He wasn't sure what else to say. Ultimately, his opinion didn't matter. Especially when he could see Orochimaru's side of it. So why was he still so adamant on keeping her alive? It's like moving her pawn out of harms way, but endangering a knight in the process. It was a thoughtless, stupid move.
"It's up to you, Orochimaru-sama. For once, I agree with Sasuke"he said, although it couldn't be further from the truth. He did not agree.
As he continued following the curves of the corridor, he couldn't help but feel a little bit..confused. Orochimaru had said to keep her alive, although he was previously suggesting they kill her. What are you planning..? he wondered, until returning to the room he had stuck the pink haired kunoichi inside.
He undid the seal, unlocked the door, and without bothering to knock he walked inside. He turned around to face her, and by her looks seemed like she had just woken up. Her hair was messy and framed her face unevenly. Her eyes held a look of determination and sadness. For a moment, he just stood there in front of the door and looked at her.
It almost hurt to look at her. Part of it was pity, but another was something else. He didn't really understand what that something else was, but it didn't really matter.
"It's nighttime now, which means you'll probably be on a nocturnal schedule."he explained, giving her another reason not to leave.
It would be fairly hard escaping in the dark. He looked back at her, any uncertainty in his eyes vanishing. He knew he had to get the book from her..but right now didn't seem like the time. Besides he told himself, it will be easier when she is asleep. He didn't really come here for that, anyways. He came to make sure she hadn't escaped. He stepped closer, looking down at her. "How is your arm? I imagine you haven't had the opportunity to heal it."