Chapter20 – Unspoken Words
My Secret Diary – Entry 1
Friday, 12:30 A.M.
The following series of entries are solely for the recipient by the name of Uchiha Sasuke, and if you are not him, it is in your best interest to ceasing reading immediately and return it to its original location. The entries contain highly sensitive information and should not be taken lightly; refusal to adhere shall result in facing the wrath of Amateratsu, aka burning for life.
Yours sincerely,
Uchiha Itachi
*Actual entry starts here*
Dear Sasuke
If you are reading this by any chance, it would mean that I was given the good fortune to see you again and was able to somehow pass this device to you without interrupting the actual timeline.
Strange things do happen once in a while.
Well you'll be happy (or disappointed, depending on the state of our relationship when we finally meet again) to know that I've miraculously survived our last battle at the Uchiha's secret hideout. So where am I, you ask? Would you believe if I tell you that I'm back in Konoha?
This Konoha is very different from the ones you and I grew up in – the civilians, the way they talk, the landscape, the mode of transport; it's daunting.
Have you ever felt lost in a place you once called home?
It's funny how humans are always preparing for the future; in reality who could honestly prepare for something they have no grasp over?
I
My Secret Diary – Entry 2
Tuesday, 12:06 A.M.
Dear Sasuke
I met this guy, his name's Sasuke too (what a coincidence, don't you think?); he's the same age as you and reminds me so much of you. We talked- him and me. We sometimes hang out after school, visit snacks store, doing anything and nothing out of the ordinary.
We are even in the same co-curricular club and no, it's not the hair-styling club. The only relevant skill that I possess is taijutsu and that's what I did – not exactly my favourite nor my forte but at least I get to spar with you three times a week. An interesting opponent, alert and quite efficient with his kicks and retorts (see my point?). The thing is, he's not a ninja. Nobody is. The concept of ninja is actually obsolete here, can you believe that?
I
Did I mention that he's also a descendant of the Uchiha bloodline and the Uchihas are no longer called Uchiha?
My Secret Diary – Entry 3
Friday, 12:09 A.M.
Dear Sasuke
Are you alone, shouldering the burden of our clan, struggling to find light in another day?
You don't have to, take on everything by yourself, you know.
Having the courage to depend on others is also a form of strength.
I
P.S. Psst! Don't tell Itachi I just hacked into his tablet. But really, who does he think he is, some kind of motivational speaker? Lil' Brother, U hav it tough, having a nii-san who talks in riddles. Anyway, nice 2 'meet' U & hopefully we can meet 4 rl 1 day! ;)
Kisame aka Itachi's BFFL
My Secret Diary – Entry 4
Sunday, 4 A.M.
Dear Sasuke
Have you encountered-?
Eyes that could overlook your past to see into the present you
Laughter that pulls at your lips
A heart that loves herself, and others more-
I wish for you to find someone like that, your light of tomorrow.
But you know what, my little brother?
I think I found her.
I
My Secret Diary – Entry 5
Welcome back, Itachi! The weather's looking shabby today…
What's on your mind today?
Tuesday, 5 P.M.
Itachi
I can't believe I'm doing this… I'm still finding it hard to believe everything I've just read. Howeveeeeeeer, oh fuck how do I backspace ,,,/ oh neverminddd... If it is true that you're still alive, then I hope you're doing fine. It sucksss that you're gone and shit but I'll see to it that your death shall not be in vain, brotheeeer.
Uchiha Sasuke
In Chapter 18, there was a scene where Sakura had to bend to check Itachi's heartbeat & lovely LuvableShannon actually took the liberty to translate words to picture; I nearly fainted from happiness at the extent of her support. Thank you so much again & do check out the awesome image here: art/Injured-Itachi-498559955
The shore is close & we're going to reach it before Christmas!
Oh, and today is the Japan release day of Naruto's Last Movie! Imma have to wait patiently till 5 Feb 2015 for it to reach the local shore...