Childhood [4/100]
Note: This is based on (M/n)'s first time meeting the Uchiha(s).
Third P.O.V
(M/n)'s eyes stayed cast on the ground, his fingers nervously fiddling with the sleeve of his kimono. Today, his father, Taro, was going to introduce him to the Uchiha clan's noble family. "Chin up, young lord. Take pride in your status." Manami chastises, tilting his head upwards. "Yes, Miss Manami." He murmurs, lifting his head up, but covering his mouth with his hands, the kimono sleeve too long for his arms.
The Koimura prince's (e/c) eyes glanced around the compound, taking in every detail, so that when things got complicated, he could easily find a secluded place to ball his eyes out. Taro sent him a reassuring smile, patting his plump stomach. "Don't look so skittish, son. You have the same tough gut like your father." Manami snorts quietly. Insatiable gut is more like it.
"Ah, you must be little (M/n) that Taro told me about." Mikoto smiles gently, squatting down to his level and taking notice of how timid he was. "Don't worry, we don't bite. Well maybe my husband." Manami and Mikoto chuckle in symphony as (M/n)'s eyes widened in fear. "B-Bite?" Fugaku grunted in disapproval, sending his wife a stoic look. "I'm no biter. I'm a grown man."
"My son will show you around the compound. I'm sure you two will get along swimmingly." A young boy with kind and wise onyx eyes entered his line of sight. His mere presence was enough to loosen up (M/n)'s tense shoulders. Mikoto grinned at how quick the Koimura's aura changed. "My name's Itachi. Let's have a pleasing day, okay?"
The (h/c) boy nods his head, smiling softly. "Right." Even though he agreed, he made no move to follow after the majestic young Uchiha. With an encouraging shove from Manami, (M/n) slowly walked behind Itachi, reaching for the back of his yukata so that he didn't get lost. "Big brother!" A desperate voice called, drawing the raven's attention away from (M/n)'s curious gaze.
"Is this the prince that Mother was talking about?" Sasuke questions eagerly, practically bouncing off the ground. His wide innocent onyx eyes stared at (M/n) expectantly, waiting for him to say something. "This is my younger brother, Sasuke." Itachi introduces, smiling fondly at the smaller Uchiha. Just by observing, (M/n) could tell that their relationship was very close and built on loyalty.
Unfortunately, he didn't have any siblings, unless you add the three koi fish in his pond. They've been with him ever since he was born. Bowing a bit, the Koimura sends Sasuke a small grin. "My name is (M/n). Pleased to meet you." The younger male grins broadly, sparkles in his eyes. "How cool! You remind me of big brother a lot!" Itachi blushes slightly.
He's always been distant to others, but that didn't mean that he wasn't kind. Always eager to discover something new, Itachi didn't really have the time to make friends. However, the moment he saw that same look in (M/n)'s eye ─ the look that wants to know everything and anything ─ Itachi knew that he wouldn't have to make much effort to befriend this one.
(M/n) stared forlornly in the kendo room, watching as two Uchiha dueled together in order to up bring their strength. "Do…Do you want to become a samurai?" Sasuke whispers, not wanting to interrupt their session. The (h/c) noble nods his head once. "Very much. But father is afraid of letting me." The young raven frowns a little. "But why? Being a samurai is almost a requirement for the Uchiha and Hyuuga."
A quick picture of (M/n)'s mother passed by his mind. "My father is afraid because…my Mother was killed by a rogue samurai who went ninja. But that doesn't change my mind, I still want to learn swordsmanship." Sasuke smiles toothily, taking (M/n) by surprise. "Itachi is almost a samurai. Soon I'll become a samurai too! Then we can train you in secret!"
Mouth opening and closing, the older noble gapes at the boy in astonishment. "You are very brilliant for your age, Sasuke." The Uchiha blushes at the compliment, standing up straight and puffing out his chest. "Of course I am. I'm an Uchiha!" "Boasting doesn't suit you, Sasuke." Itachi and Shisui strolls up to the duo, the latter being the one who spoke. "Whatever…" Sasuke pouts, crossing his arms.
"You must be Prince (M/n)." The curly raven does an overdramatic bow, before looking up with a crooked playful smirk. "Pleasure to meet you, your highness." (M/n) flushed in embarrassment, his cloth covered hands covering his lower face. "No need t-to be so formal. Just (M/n) is fine, please." Shisui laughs at his discomposure, pulling him into a casual side hug.
"Well aren't you a mousy one. No worry, when around Big Brother Shisui, all your troubles will dance away." He winks in the Koimura's direction causing Itachi to sigh. "Quit sputtering nonsense. (M/n), you must be hungry now. Let's go eat." Nodding his head, (M/n) latches on to Itachi's sleeve ─ a habit he's quickly grown into ─ and follows him into the dining area.
"He's Itachi's type I tell you." Shisui murmurs, Sasuke nodding his head in agreement. "Very. I've never seen Big Brother get attached to someone so quickly." The younger brother finally processed what happened. "W-Wait! But that means he won't have any time for me! Big Brother! Please slow down!"