Hey guys! Sorry for the very very very VERY late update. This year has been a super busy year for me and I didn't have time to write chapters ): I hope you guys forgive me? (: BTW, thank you so much for the reviews! I promise I will update asap! Happy belated New Year guysss.
Disclaimer: I don't own Naruto. (Although I wish I did… but who doesn't?)
WARNING: Characters might be OOC & be prepared for some swearing.
Preview:
My chest suddenly became tighter. It was a mistake. There it is again, him hurting me because I was always the mistake. How come no matter how long we haven't seen each other, no matter how hard I tried to forget him it would still hurt this much?
All I wanted was a normal life, I should've transferred out of this school the moment I saw him. But I stayed… why? Is it because I want my revenge? Yeah, that's probably it. It's impossible for me to forgive him again. This is the last straw.
I could feel my eye burn and my heart pounding really hard, the tears threatening to fall. Remembering the times where Sasuke was acting really suspicious and avoiding me… it all came rushing back to me and I just couldn't hold my tears back anymore.
Tears started streaming down my face, and I wiped it with the back of my hand. I feel light headed all of a sudden, I tried to take deep breaths, but all it did was make it worse. I started seeing red stuff, head pounding as if someone's drilling something into my skull. And then my heart pounded faster and faster… I looked down on my shaking hands, "What is happening to me?"
Before I knew it, everything became black.
I woke up in an unfamiliar place. I tried sitting up, but hissed when the pains inside my head intensified. "Fuck."
I heard some rustling when a person appeared in front of me, "Thank god you're awake, Yamanaka-san, Anko-san has been very worried about you." Said a blonde nurse, with huge breasts might I add, but that's not what caught my attention. "How did you know who I am?" I said defensively.
She chuckled, "You must not know who I am, Yamanaka-san. I am the one and only Dr. Tsunade PhD who's been paid handsomely to treat your head wound when you collapsed on the floor at your school."
I dropped my mouth, not believing what she said her identity was. That's… Dr. Tsunade PhD… the one who treated celebrity legends such as Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and many other more who are very notable in the entertainment business?! Granted, they still didn't make it in the end, but hearing those big names just comforts you, you know? Dude, I think I'm going to faint. She was, like, my childhood hero! An ordinary Japanese girl who went to the States to pursue her medical studies in one of the best universities the world has to offer.
I was about to praise her for her awesome and noteworthy achievements when a knock sounded through the door.
"COME IN!"
I would not lie, but does she need to freakin' shout that loud next to my ear when she could've just said it in a much quieter way?
I rubbed my ear, trying to make the ringing go away and in the corner of my eye, I thought I saw her smirk at me when I did that. I muttered under my breath, "Jerk."
I saw a familiar black-haired girl push her way inside the room, "Ino! You had me worried sick, man! Why'd you hit your head so hard on the floor, huh?!" Anko shouted, nearly making me deaf on the ear that Tsunade has destroyed a while ago.
I scowled at her and crossed my arms, "Anko, would it kill you to not shout?"
She looked at me like I was crazy, "Ino, you know me well enough that shouting makes you feel better, ne?" and then she winked at me. Ugh, she knows ME well enough to know that I hate it when people shout at me. It makes me nervous, cause you know, they're shouting at you and you only get shouted at for one reason only. And that's when you messed up. And living a life where the public is dissecting your privacy, it makes you very nervous.
"Anyway, that's not the point. Tsunade, thank you for all your help! We'll contact you as soon as possible if we see anymore signs of nausea, and/or dizziness."
How would she know if I was nauseous or not?! I thought bitterly, still ain't over the fact that ANKO SHOUTED. Ugh. Would it kill these people to talk quietly in a room where there's a patient resting? I pouted.
"No problem, you can sign out as soon as you're ready." With that, Tsunade turned around and left the room.
I felt a hand on my head, and immediately I knew it was Anko. "Piggy, you've got to let yourself some rest before you overwork yourself. Stress will not improve your health."
I sighed and looked at her, softening my eyes, "I know, Anko. It's just that, doing gigs helps me take my mind off of… things, you know?"
"I know."
Sasuke's POV
Rumors about Ino started spreading like wildfire, making me very uncomfortable with it. I saw some students taunting her like that one senior who wanted to sleep with a Korean super star. Tch, as if he could even get pass first base, even with Ino's help. But then again, Ino was saved by that Sabaku guy.
I clenched my fist, and gritted my teeth. Just thinking about that event makes my blood boil.
"Sasuke-kun!"
I heard Sakura and turned towards her, "What do you want?" I said harshly. I know that she doesn't deserve to be treated like that, since she didn't do anything, but seeing Sabaku interact with MY girl spoiled my mood for today. Not to mention the rumor about Ino going out with that eyebrow-less dude. Seriously, what does she see in him?! It's taking me a lot of concentration to keep me from tearing my hair out.
"I just wanted to know if you're free today…" Sakura smiled up to me, looking sheepish and a blush spread across her face when our eyes connected.
I stared at her, emotionlessly, "Not today, Sakura."
And with that I walked away.
I went to the rooftop, where I know that no one would bother me. But when I entered, someone beat me to it. And to add to my very very bad mood, it had to be that Sabaku dude. I sighed, "This is my spot, you should get out of here."
The redhead turned around, "I don't see your name anywhere, so who gave you the right?" He retorted back, and leaned against the rail.
I glared at him, not liking the tone he's giving to THE almighty Uchiha. Seriously, doesn't he know whom he's talking to? With a snap of my fingers, I can bring hell unto his life. But of course, I won't do that, because I'm a nice and decent person.
"Hn." I was about to go back to the staircase when Sabaku stopped me, "Wait, I want to talk to you."
Ino's POV
"So Anko, what happened to Mariko-chan?" I asked her, on the ride going back to my apartment. I haven't heard anything from Anko's manager-in-training ever since that last call with the Coca Cola ad gig.
Anko was busy filing her nails, and nonchalantly said, "Oh your dad fired her because she gave the press tips on where you're studying."
Oh.
Wait.
"What?!"
She finally turned her attention on me, "It's that bitch that ruined your, I can't believe I'm saying this, well-thought out plan."
I felt my throat tighten, and my eyes started becoming blurry. How could Mariko-chan do this to me? She was like a friend to me… and that's saying a lot since I rarely get friends these days because of my status. And now, she betrayed me; she took away the most important thing in my life that I will never get back, my life.
"Don't worry about it, your dad did something that will shut her up." And I saw an evil grin grace on Anko's face, making me doubt that this 'something' that shut Mariko up was something scandalous. "Now in the mean time, I want you to relax and prepare for your next gig. It'll help you get your mind of things."
We stopped in front of a radio station, 104.6 (a really famous radio station in Japan known for hosting the best celebrities). "Wow, Anko. Never knew you had it in you to book one of the most popular radio stations in Japan." I smirked at her, pushing the news of the betrayal at the back of my mind.
"You don't know who you're talking to, piggy. Now let's get you ready."
"So, Ino! I've heard that you're in the works of making a new album?" Kakashi-san asked me.
"Well… I'm in the process of song writing but I haven't recorded it yet." I replied sheepishly.
Kakashi -san laughed whole-heartedly and said, "Care to share some of the awesome songs you've written up so far?"
I fiddled my hands, partly because of nerves since pretty much the only thing I've wrote about in my songs are of Sasuke. And I'm afraid to spread more rumors about how our old flame will ignite again, since you know, we're studying in the same school. Speaking of that… I guess I don't have to keep up with my disguise now, do I? I looked through the window that separates the recording room from where the workers are stationed. Anko gave me a thumbs up.
"Sure!"
As soon as I said it, someone pushed an acoustic guitar towards me, grabbed a chair and pushed the microphone towards my face.
I sweat dropped at how fast these employees reacted to my reply.
I cleared my throat, "Okay, so this song is called 'I Knew You Were Trouble'." (A/N: credits to Taylor Swift!)
Once upon a time a few mistakes ago
I was in your sights, you got me alone
You found me, you found me, you found me
I guess you didn't care, and I guess I liked that
And when I fell hard you took a step back
Without me, without me, without me
And he's long gone when he's next to me
And I realize the blame is on me
'Cause I knew you were trouble when you walked in
So shame on me now
Flew me to places I'd never been
'Til you put me down, oh
I knew you were trouble when you walked in
So shame on me now
Flew me to places I'd never been
Now I'm lying on the cold hard ground
Oh, oh, trouble, trouble, trouble
Oh, oh, trouble, trouble, trouble
After I finished singing, the workers clapped, including a very satisfied-looking Kakashi -san walking my way. "That was great! I can't wait for the full song to be finished!"
He shook my hand as he said, "Thank you for giving me your very valuable time and sharing a very catchy song! Ino Yamanaka, everyone!"
The radio station staff clapped and gave each other a job well done on another successful session. Kakashi-san waved me over and pushed something towards my hands, "A little gift from the radio station for giving us valuable time," He smiled fondly at me, and I couldn't help but smile back, "Thank you, Kakashi-san!"
"Ino! Come on, we've go to hurry up for your 'Late Night with Asuma Sarutobi' show!" Anko hollered as she walked towards me.
I looked at Kakashi-san apologetically, "Well… I've got to go!"
He laughed and said, "Don't worry about it, Ino-san, oh and about that boy in your song? He better watch his back when your song goes on sale."
I smiled back, "He better."
I jumped onto my extremely soft bed and sighed. Never have I been so freaking tired in my entire life!
A lot of things happened today that drain me both physically and emotionally, but nothing could ever stop music and my supportive fans from giving me the energy to start a new day again tomorrow. The show with Asuma went really well, albeit he did ask me about my school and the plan that I had come up with, but he understands. He's like a second father to me and I know he's only doing his job. I wouldn't want him to cost him his job if it meant protecting me. Besides, I don't need protection, I've come to the conclusion that reality is always a bitch.
I got up and went to do my nightly routine to end the day, wondering what tomorrow will bring.
I stood in front of my car, pondering whether or not I should use it. I mean, I could just ditch it in my designated parking lot that the apartment gave me, or I could use it to travel to school. The apartment is located in downtown, while my school is located somewhere at the edge of the city, so I definitely need a car… or I could use public transportation, but I don't want people recognizing me and giving me a headache so early in the morning. Oh if you're wondering why I've moved to my apartment was because Anko advised me to move back to my old apartment if I don't want paparazzi camping outside my dad's house.
I finally decided to use my car, which is a black BMW Z4, since I couldn't use it before cause I was disguised as a scholarship student. But there's no point now, is there? Since every single person in the whole wide world knows about the plan that I've come up with because of that mother fucking Mariko. Besides, I've got to keep up appearances, right?
I was only a few blocks away from school, when I heard the shouts. I tried looked at where the commotion is coming from, unsuccessfully I might add, when a text appeared on my phone. It's from Tenten.
Ino, do NOT, I say DO NOT come into the school. The paparazzi are looking for you and they would do anything to get any information about you. They even got into a fight with Lee and Naruto! And Hinata is safely inside the campus, in case you were wondering, since she's the Hyuuga heir. Anyway, someone texted me to tell you to meet that certain someone in front of the Starbucks a few blocks from school, he'll know what to do to sneak you in. He'll be in all black. && trust me on this, okay? (:
Why wouldn't I trust Tenten? I wondered to myself, but that curiosity aside. I can't believe the fucking paparazzi come all the way to my school! Seriously… that damned Mariko.
Thankfully, I'm almost near the designated place I was to meet this person that is supposedly helping me sneak into school. After parking, I looked around to see if there are suspicious looking people, meaning people with any form of cameras, and finding none, I stepped out of my car.
I carefully walked towards the café, curious and wary of whom it could be. I had a few ideas, Gaara being one of them, but nothing could've made me guess who the person waiting for me is.
"…Uchiha Sasuke?"
He turned around at the sound of my voice, and stared at me. Anger started boiling inside me, making my eye twitch. I can't believe Tenten let me come to this … this bastard! No wonder she didn't write the bastard's name, because she knows me well enough to know that I would be pig-headed and ignore the help that this dude has offered.
"Let's go."
The way he said it so nonchalantly made me even angrier. Doesn't he know that what he said the last time we've met was something that is not easily forgiven? And yet, here he is acting like that event never even happened in the first place. I help my ground and just stood there.
He looked at me, annoyance clearly written on his face, "Do you want to be late or not?"
I crossed my arms, "I don't need your help, Uchiha. In fact, I don't want anything to do with you."
I was about to walk away, when a hand grabbed my wrist and twisted me around so I would face Sasuke's chest. "You're attracting attention, Ino."
I heard people whispering and shooting us looks, "Fine, let's go in my car." For the record, that's the only thing that made me want to go with Sasuke.
"Hn."
So there it is guys! Sorry there aren't really any Sasuino action in this chapter, but I promise that there will be some Sasuino goodness next chapter! (; oh and song credit to Taylor Swift! Absolutely love love love that song! Hehe. Review please! (: