'Click', 'click', 'click'
The sound of heels clicked against the floor; the pantsuit traced her steps as several men bowled their heads as soon as she stepped inside. She hated when they did that, with a wave of her finger she dismissed them as Once came beside her a beta, an iPad in hand as he walked alongside her naming all the lists she needed to get done. But only one question remained in her thoughts.
"Did they receive word of it" He nodded and explained the situation and cherry-tinted lips perked up as a grin made its way onto her face.
"Excellent, please get the car ready" he nodded as he watched her in admiration.
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The opulent living room is adorned with expensive furnishings, displaying wealth and power. Minato paces back and forth near the window, deep in thought. Kushina watches nervously on the edge of the plush sofa, her eyes fixed on Minato.
"Kushina, this is a disaster. We just received word that all of our men, our trusted bodyguards, are all in jail. If it wasn't for Kakashi bonding them out we would have no men And right now, our guests are waiting for a meeting down at the warehouse."
The red-haired beauty used her fingers to twist her red blood hair into knots as she panicked "What? How is that even possible? We always make sure to hire the best!" Minato stops pacing and turns to face Kushina, his expression a mix of frustration and disbelief.
"If you weren't so insistent on moving our daughters' things back to our home then we wouldn't be here. Kushina we can't show up empty-handed. We need to find a way to salvage this situation. That meeting is of utmost importance."
Just as the weight of their predicament sinks in, Minato and Kushina exchange a glance, the realization slowly dawning on them.
Minato stepped back rubbing his temples as he growled out "No... it can't be. I just wanted her to be with us, to come home but Our daughter?" Kushina gasps, her hand flying to her mouth. Tears well up in her eyes as the pieces of the puzzle start coming together.
"Naruto? But why would she...?" Minato's face hardens, determination replacing the shock.
"Kushina, we both know the reason for that, she wants a spacer and if you keep invading on that all you're going to do is push her away. She must have done this to prove herself, to assert her dominance within our organization. We underestimated her, Kushina. We will deal with her appropriately, but right now, we have a meeting to attend."
Kushina nods in agreement, wiping away her tears. The love and concern for their daughter weigh heavy on their hearts, but the pressing Matter at hand compels them to put familial aside.
Minato grabs his coat from a nearby chair, and Kushina quickly follows suit.
"Let's go, Minato. She put this on herself if Naruto wants to ruin everything we've built. She is going to have to face the conquerors" Minato and Kushina walk towards the door, their faces a reflection of their determination and anger, yet burdened by the realization that their family is now entwined with an even darker path.
The luxurious penthouse falls silent, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions and a resolve to face the consequences that lie ahead.
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Blue eyes stared at the building before her as she brushed back her bangs and smoothed down her clothes. Naruto wore a long-sleeved white button-up shirt and a black pencil skirt that was a few inches above her knees. She was wearing black gloves, a habit she had gotten into doing ever since she arrived here.
Her heels clicked against the ground as she walked into the large entrance. Naruto could feel the eyes on her and chose to ignore it as she walked to the front desk.
She looked up at her before smiling "Miss Uzumaki, as requested Mikoto Sama and Fagaku Sama are waiting for you on the fifth floor in room 134" Naruto nodded as the other batted her lashes.
She shook her head softly before walking towards the elevator, she let out a loud sigh but held it in as a hand stopped the door and a person walked in. She was about to ignore him but the strong alpha scent caught her attention as she knew this scent.
She turns and Shisui with that mischievous smile on his face, makes his way towards Naruto, the air charged with anticipation.
"Well, well, well, look who it is. It's been ages, Naruto. You're looking as captivating as ever."
Naruto glances up, feigning surprise at seeing Shisui. She raises an eyebrow, playing along with his flirtation.
Naruto smiles almost shyly at him before speaking "Shisui, fancy meeting you here. Been a while, hasn't it?"
Casual chatter fills the elevator as it begins its ascent. Shisui leans in, his voice lowering to a husky whisper.
"You know, Naruto, I've always wondered what secrets lie behind your enchanting smile, you always seem to hold the brightest smile." Naruto's eyes meet Shisui's, a glimmer of mischief reflecting at him. She leans closer, her lips curling into a playful smile.
"Oh, Shisui, the secrets I hold would bewitch you. But I'm afraid they're not meant to be shared." The elevator slows to a stop, reaching Naruto's floor. She takes a step back, breaking the spell they had momentarily created.
"It was nice seeing you, Shisui, but I'm meeting with Kaa-san and Tou-san, Take care," Naruto says sincerely.
Shisui's playful expression fades as he realizes Naruto's lack of interest. He straightens up, his signature confidence slightly shaken.
"Of course, Naruto. Take care as well."
As the elevator doors open, Naruto steps out, leaving Shisui standing in the confined space. He watches her disappear into the hallway, a mix of curiosity and disappointment in his eyes.
This was his first time seeing her after five years. He hadn't gone to the party that was hosted by his aunt and Kushina because he was out of the country. So it was disappointing not getting to talk to her longer.
As the elevator closed, Naruto felt somewhat guilty for flirting with the other, but she knew she had to grow up and move on, particularly since Hinata was now engaged. It was only fair that she moved on also even though she was heartbroken.
Maybe if she had tried harder to fight for him then he would be here with her. She kept walking as thoughts of Hinata filled her brain.
"Naruto, what are you doing here?" looking up, her eyes caught dark Onyx ones. She tilted her head to the side as she looked up at the raven.
Naruto lowered her gaze as she looked to the side and gestured to the room "I'm here to formally apologize to your parents" Sasuke looked at the omega before him as his perfect features were married into a frown.
"Why? Naru, your parents were extremely overbearing after she slapped you. You had every right to leave." Naruto let out a small sigh as she pressed her forehead on his chest like she used to when they were younger.
She wasn't one for PDA after that whole incident when she turned fifteen and her parents made her take a penetration exam. She had gotten into the habit of avoiding showing any PDA but at that moment she couldn't help it.
"Thanks, Sas, but I already apologize to the following families that were there, you know as well as I do that it was extremely improper of me to call my mom childish in front of all our friends and family"
She felt his chest go up and down as he began to laugh and she couldn't help but smile. She lifted her head as he ruffled her hair.
"Looks like you matured, that's good it looks like your cheek healed too" She touched her cheek and thought about how Harumi covered the mark where her mother slapped her with makeup.
"Yeah well I went out with a friend the other night and she sota showed me how to cover it when I'm out" Sasuke raised an eyebrow at her before shaking his head softly.
"The same friend who claims to be your wife all over the news?" Naruto laughed awkwardly before rubbing the back of her neck
"I'll tell you about it later" Sasuke stayed quiet as he led Naruto towards the room.
Despite the coldness at the cabin, Naruto and Sasuke got along pretty well, they would talk at least every day on the phone when she was away.
And Sasuke wouldn't tell her but talking to her was one of the reasons he stayed so sane. Her cheerful demeanor was all he needed to be able to breathe in a room full of the scent of blood...
Naruto turned around and they both made eye contact for a brief moment before She smiled at him, her bright smile shining just like her perfect white teeth.
"Wish me good luck" he shook his head as he quietly wished her good luck, his heart started to pound in her chest the moment she closed the door.
'Be strong Naru'
Naruto walks in, drawing the attention of those present.
She made eye contact with Mikoto before looking away to face Fagaku. It was always difficult for her because they were both so important.
As much as she likes to piss off her biological parents she hates to disappoint her godparents.
Immediately she bowed her head as she apologized. She didn't hear anything and she felt her hands begin to get sweaty.
Naruto closed her eyes and felt her throat burn as tears began to form at the corners of her eyes.
It was only when she felt hands touch her face that she opened her eyes to see Mikoto with a worried face.
"Are you okay? Kushina shouldn't have hit you...and you shouldn't be getting married to pop stars, who knows what they're carrying?" she rambled on and Naruto felt her eyes begin to cry as she hugged Mikoto.
"I'm fine Kaa-San, and I'm not married" she mumbled with a laugh while furiously rubbing her face into the other omega's shoulder, it felt so good to hug her.
After so long of pushing everyone away...
"Mikoto you're coddling her" Mikoto smiled as she continued to hug Naruto while running her hand over her low ponytail.
"Oh Hush, dear you were just as worried as me" Naruto looked up and turned around and looked towards her tou-San.
"You were worried about me" She wiped her tears and walked towards him. The strong alpha pheromones he was admitting made her stand her ground as she faced him.
"Of course, I was, Naruto, how did you think I felt when I saw you holding hands with some random pop star? It did look like you got married, Naruto your father, and I do wish to walk you down the elie one day I hope you understand this"
At that moment Naruto felt way worse as she bowed her head once more she hated the feeling of disappointing them.
"I'm sorry Tou-san, please understand that she is just a friend we work together with. I would never get married without you guys being there. I love you too much for you to miss out on that" Fagaku looked at her with hard dark eyes before he felt his revsolve crumble.
He patted her head softly with his hand before pulling her in his arms, he wasn't one to give affection to anyone besides his wife. But he couldn't help it around his goddaughter, besides Minato and Kushina Naruto was raised by him and Mikoto.
"Naruto, you need to face the consequences of your actions, you can't leave out of nowhere and show up the next day on the news with some random pop star you hadn't bothered to introduce to us yet"
Naruto's lips went to the side then she smiled her dimples making her smile even brighter, she elbowed him gently.
"How about I take you and Kaa-san to brunch before I clock in for my new job?" her smile brightened more as she felt Mikoto skew and hug her and Fugaku, as he grinned as he felt his arms around both her and Mikoto.
"Sounds like a plan darling, and you can tell us all about this job interview" Mikoto smiled and grabbed her hand as they both heard Fagaku make a call for his secretary. Both Omegas were brimming with smiles, as a slightly grumpy Alpha walked behind him.
Until they were stopped by Itachin and what Naruto assumed to be Itachi's men, She looked at them and wanted to giggle as she imagined him as an evil dark lord with servants on his sides with hunchbacks and crooked teeth.
"Naruto I wasn't expecting you to be here now I know why Father is stepping out of the office" He replied with a sly remark, and all Naruto could do was grin and show her pretty white teeth while fluttering her blue eyes.
"Oh you know I am offering to take Kaa-san and Tou-san to brunch, as an apology for getting married" A shock of surprise went through most of Itachi's faces, especially the one she had known her entire life.
Her cousin Nagoto "Aunt Kushina Is going to kill you, what were you thinking? '' he said while grabbing her shoulders, and she stared blankly as she pushed him off while putting her hands on her hips.
"So? Are you going to tell me like you always did as children?" She sneered before jabbering her finger into his chest, making him grunt. "what you and the Uzumaki clan need to understand to get out of my business!"
"What I do is not a concern of yours or theirs, if you excuse me I'm going to take Mikoto San and Fagaku San to brunch," she said with a blank face as grabbed Mikoto's hand with her own.
She waved Itachi off as she said goodbye, Nagoto rubbed his right temple as a large headache began to settle. Another set of blue eyes stared at the retreating blonde and couldn't help but snicker.
"So that's your cousin? I wouldn't have known by her looks and wild attitude" Nagoto glared at Deidara before smacking him upside his head.
"Shit!, I'm just saying every Uzumaki I've known so far are so closely knitted with poles up their asses but that one right there is the opposite." Zetsu started to laugh as he agreed with Deidara.
While Hidan on the other hand started cursing "fuck that! did you see her ass? If I could I would t-" Having enough of everyone's bullshit Itachi yelled at all of them to get back to work.
They were all scared into shape knowing how cruel the Uchiha could be. Naruto on the other hand was quiet as she walked t until they reached the elevator both Fagaku bombarded her with questions.
And she answered them with a snicker.
"I was being sarcastic that baka!I didn't get married. I just went out and had a couple of drinks with a friend who is unfortunately a pop star who gets followed by paparazzi"
Mikoto pouted and stared at her "Still you shouldn't lie to him that's your family and you shouldn't be drinking"
Naruto's eyes softened as she tilted her head to the side, a small guilt-ridden smile on her lips.
"Kaa-San I need you to understand if he tells my parents about it and they still think I'm married they won't force me into marriage with some alpha that's going to beat me, it's a scandal a ploy for others to leave me alone"
Fagaku couldn't help but smirk as he rubbed her head with glee "You manipulated this whole scene didn't you, Naru you're more like the Uchiha than you are Namikaze '' he said with a chuckle as Naruto nodded.
But it wasn't all a scam. She didn't know who Harumi was after that night they spent together but she'll let her godfather think she did.
After taking both of her godparents to the nicest restaurant in Konoha, Naruto watched as they ordered their dishes as she did as well.
Naruto took a deep breath and the air thickened with tension as she approached, her omega status usually shielding her from the harsh realities of their world.
But Naruto made her bed, she had already disobeyed her parents by sleeping with the enemy and now she was disobeying them.
"Kaa-san, Tou-san I have something important to tell you," Naruto began, her voice steady despite the nervous flutter in her chest.
Her godparents glanced up from their seats, their expressions demanding an explanation. Fugaku Uchiha, a stern man with hardened features, raised an eyebrow, while Mikoto Uchiha, adorned in elegant attire, fixed her daughter with a dark intense gaze.
"As for my new job I won't be working for my parents, and I've been approached by Sawyer," Naruto admitted, watching their reactions closely.
Fugaku Uchiha's eyes narrowed, his fingers tapping rhythmically on the table. "Sawyer? What business does he have with you?"
"I've been hired as his assassin as well as being his medic for his team," Naruto revealed, her words hanging in the air like an ominous cloud. Silence fell in the room as Mikoto and Fagaku processed the revelation. Mikoto's eyes flashed with a mix of concern and curiosity, while Fugaku's expression hardened even further.
"Hn I see, my question was why would you involve yourself with Sawyer? I understand why you won't work for Minato and not Us" he questioned, his voice low and demanding answers.
"If I'm being honest, I don't know If I can handle being around Sasuke or Itachi-nii I'm afraid that if something happens, I won't be able to contain my emotions and I will end up being more of a Liability", Naruto explained, choosing her words carefully.
Mikoto Uchiha exchanged a glance with her husband, her fingers tracing the rim of her wine glass. "And what does Sawyer expect in return?"
"Nothing in return he says that he wants to refill Haku's promise" Naruto confessed, a trace of vulnerability in her blue eyes at the mention of Haku.
A charged silence hung in the room as her parents absorbed the gravity of the situation. Fugaku Uchiha finally spoke, his tone cutting through the tension, "I see but You need to be careful, and we'll be watching closely. Betrayal is a luxury we can't afford."
With that, Naruto nodded solemnly, aware of the intricate web she had woven herself into. The room echoed with unspoken consequences. Just Because Sawyer was a part of the Mafia business with the Namikaze didn't mean Uchiha trusted him.
Fagaku looked at her before drinking his glass of wine "I'm assuming you haven't spoken to Minato or Kushina about this?" She shook her head as she clenched her fingers together.
"No, I have not because I have a feeling that my parents have already set up an arranged marriage but if the person, they set me up with knows they will automatically step away from the marriage contract seeing as I work under Sawyer."
"Smart but they're finding a loophole, you need to destroy that as soon as possible, I don't agree that you should be married at the tender age of 20," Fugaku said with a glare as she swirled the dark red wine emitting the color to splash against the glass.
"I don't agree you should be popping out babies, you are way too young and my baby and Sasuke have already flown out the nest you're the only baby left," Mikoto said while taking a bite of egg while chewing angrily.
Naruto looked at her with soft eyes before kissing her cheek fondly while laying her head against the other omega. "I'll always be your baby," Naruto said while smiling and Mikoto hugged her back. After her dinner with her Uchiha parents, she looked at the falling body below her as her gloved fingers placed the Suicide note down.
Naruto looked at the scene before she climbed rope, she came down from her slicked clothes sliding through the vents easily. This wasn't her first job in the months she lived before anyone knew she was doing jobs for Sawyer, but her condition was that the person had to be dark and evil under the facade they protruded in front of the innocence.
So, what Naruto would do was look into the lives she needed, and she would take a deep search into their dark secrets even go as far as to expose them as she takes their lives with a written letter of Suicide would make them write.
Don't get her wrong she wasn't as innocent as she seemed but the things these people did were something she could not allow for them to continue their wrongdoings.
Climbing out the vent and into a Janitor's closet she changes into a Janitor's outfit keeping her hair up in a low bun with a gat on her head she locked the door as she nodes her head towards some workers and clocked out it was late but not so late as there were still so many people in the building working.
Naruto smiled as she hopped into the blue sports car she had gotten on her birthday from her uncle. She didn't need to worry about security cameras as she took the back roads out of Suna City and drove back home to Konoha.
As soon as she is in Konoha, Naruto looks at the beaming red clock numbers and speeds toward Sawyer's penthouse. She sent him a quick message about her mission being done but that was just that and it ignored all his other texts.
About the movers, her parents, and finally the pop star Harumi who was talking about her all over the news.
She takes a deep breath, hesitant but resolute, and knocks on the door. Suddenly, the door opens, and Sawyer is surprised to see Naruto standing outside his door. His eyes widen in amazement as he takes in the sight of her.
Sawyer rushes towards her, concern etched on his face. He takes her hand gently, leading her further into the penthouse.
"Naruto, I assumed everything went well with your mission, my question is why you didn't tell me about moving your things to my place" Naruto's voice trembles as she struggles to find the right words.
"I just couldn't take it anymore, Sawyer. Everything with Hinata and them...I felt suffocated. I had to get out of there." Sawyer guides her to the plush couch and sits down beside her. He places a comforting hand on her shoulder.
"Naru...I know your parents can be overbearing but you should've gone away. I need to know the whole story." Naruto takes a shaky breath, her voice steadier now as she opens up.
"Sawyer My parents...they've been pushing me to follow a path I don't want. They want me to follow their rules and live under their supervision. I just can't I won't let my own mother hit me because I didn't want to live with her."
Sawyer listens attentively, his supportive gaze is unwavering.
"Naruto you can come live with me I don't mind but I have to tell your parents you can't just act out because you were heartbroken" Naruto's eyes meet Sawyer's, avoiding his gaze as she felt her heart ache, yet she ignored it.
"Thank you, Sawyer but I'm fine...But let's go out tonight. I just want to forget about today." Sawyer looks at her with concerned eyes as he pushes back his hair.
"Fine But I'm still telling Your parents... This penthouse is your sanctuary for now. Take all the time you need to figure things out. You're not alone in this." Naruto nods as she grabs her bags, a glimmer of numbness in her eyes.
"Thanks, Sawyer I'm so grateful to have you as my friend, Sawyer. Your support means the world to me." His eyes softened as he caressed her cheeks before leaving a longing kiss on her forehead.
"Look I have to get back to work so I'll be in the study if you need me" Naruto nods as she watches him leave her heart filled with so many emotions.
