Once again a thousand apologies to everyone. Lots have been happening and I am trying the best I can. This chapter may seem a bit short to some, but I'm happy that I was able to start writing again.
Chapter 13
As the sun slowly began to set, Uchiha clan members could be seen making their way towards the family shrine, in which they hold their clan's meetings. Both Itachi and Shisui appeared calm on the outside, but both were mentally preparing their minds for what may come forth in the meeting.
So far, the meeting seemed to be the same as last time. The members argue about how much disrespectful the villagers treat them; even though they oversee the Konoha Police Force. Although the thoughts and words were still troubling to the two cousins, they were glad Sasuke's name wasn't being mentioned and their minds slowly began to relax…sadly the night wasn't over yet.
"Fugaku-sama I have a question; I've been wanting to ask you about." One member started "Is it true that your youngest son Sasuke produced the Sharingan months ago?"
Those of the main family froze at the question. Many of the members began to whisper at the news, then looked at their leader waiting for a response.
"Yes, he did" he answered
More whispering began to fill the room and it began to make Itachi nervous at what would be said/asked next. But the thoughts that began running through his mind, almost made him miss the chakra signature that was slowly approaching the room. 'Sasuke, why did come down here?' He thought, as the younger silently made his way to the door of the room, locking eyes with his surprised father.
"Sasuke what are doing down here. You're not ready to be in the clan's meeting." Fugaku said, startling the other members. They all turned to look at the young man, who had a blank look on his face, despite being stared at.
"With all due respect father, I think I am, considering I know what you all are trying to attempt on the village." That statement made the others in the room began to whisper as many knew how the leader didn't want the youngest knowing about their plans. Neither Itachi nor Shisui knew what the young one was thinking, as they didn't think he would reveal himself in one of the clan's meetings. Both were quite worried about the boy blowing up again like he did before. Despite the tension that was slowly beginning to radiate of their father, Sasuke's blank expression made one think, that nothing that was being said or done actually fazed him.
"What do you really think would happen if attempt to attack the village, just for power. The fact that our clan already controls the Police Force, already shows the village does have a level of trust in us. Do you really want to be the ones that destroy that trust. Attacking the village will show them that not only that they can't trust us, but we want them to fear us; which I'm telling you won't happen. The villagers will fight back to defend themselves, so the only thing this coup de tat would result in, is bloodshed. Is that something you want to put everyone through; do you really want us to go out and kill people because they disrespect you." Sasuke's words struck everyone in the room, to the point you could clearly hear the crickets as if they were in the room with them. Sighing, the young one quietly left, not wanting to be near anyone else for a while.
A small distance was placed between him, and the underground room, before a hand softly grabbed his. 'Itachi' he thought. Knowing that only his brother or cousin would come out to find him after what just occurred. The two brothers stood silently as the wind began to flow withing the area.
"What you just did, proved that your much stronger than I am, Sasuke." Itachi spoke with a smile on his face.
The statement shocked the young one, who turned to look at his brother in shock and surprise.
"I don't understand how what I just said, makes me stronger than you?" Sasuke asked confused.
"Because I tried hard to follow the rules of the village and the clan, that I didn't think about breaking free from it, and speaking my mind. I should have been able to speak boldly in front of father that way, without having to worry about the consequences. The fact that you lashed out the way you did, shows how strong your heart is, Sasuke." Itachi explained to the confused boy.
What the eldest didn't expect, was for the boy to filled with emotions that tears began to flow from his eyes. Cradling him in his arms, the eldest took them to a special spot in within their clans compound the two enjoy, that Itachi found when he was younger. The boys laid under a tree, as they tried to calm their minds.
"Father's going to hate me now, isn't he?" Sasuke whispered. Itachi rubbed his head, thinking back to their father's expression during the young boy's speech.
"I don't think he hate's you, I think its more that he never expected that outburst from you. You have to remember they never wanted you to know about what they were planning."
"Until they burn the village, right" he grunted. Itachi was staring to think that younger brother actually hates their father, his voice getting colder and colder every time their father was involved. He thought about asking him but decided against it…at least for now. Silence soon filled the air as the cool breeze swept through the night. After some time had passed Itachi realized that his brother had fallen asleep. Getting up to stretch, he collected the boy and began making his way back home. He began to feel grateful that Sasuke had school tomorrow, for their father would have found some way of grilling him on his actions at tonight's meeting. What he didn't tell his brother, was that after he left, many of the members started agreeing with what he had said, while others unfortunately did not. And so, an argument began to erupt, among them.
Note: As I am still learning, please read and review and tell me what you think. You input would be really helpful.
