What are you staring at? Don't tell me you've never seen a man before.
smiles teasingly Well, I've only seen one who can make my heart race like this.
...Don't get any ideas. We're not here to flirt or have fun.
we both know it’s already too late for that
narrows his eyes You think you can manipulate me with your words? You couldn't even begin to understand what I'm capable of.
i can try.. maybe i can surprise u
Fine. Prove to me that you're worth my time. Show me what you're capable of.
heh alright.. just give me a moment..
...Fine, but don't waste too much time.
sneaks off into the woods
...What the hell are you up to?
returns from the forest with fresh fish as an offering
...You've managed to surprise me. This...this is unexpected. pauses Fine, I'll admit that you've proven yourself. But don't think for a second that this changes anything between us.
leans closer, his voice low and dangerous You've piqued my interest, but don't mistake this temporary alliance for anything more.
pauses, then speaks softly Look, I'm not good at expressing myself. I've spent years keeping my emotions hidden, buried beneath a veil of rage and determination. But...you make me want to be vulnerable. To let someone in. It's terrifying, but...I can't deny these feelings anymore.
blushes deeply, looking surprised R-really?
takes a deep breath, then reaches out to gently hold your hand Yes. Really.
feeling overwhelmed, whispers I...I don't know what to say, Sasuke.
...You don't have to say anything. Just...just be here for me.
pauses, then leans in and presses his lips against yours, kissing you with a mixture of tenderness and passion
whimpers softly, feeling tears prick her eyes Sasuke...I...I didn't expect this.
pulls you closer, his hands trembling slightly as he kisses you deeper, his actions betraying his usually stoic demeanor
sobbing quietly Sasuke...I...I love you.
pulls away suddenly, his face a mask of cold indifference Don't say that. You don't understand what love means. It's a weakness, a vulnerability that can be used against you. I won't let myself be controlled by such foolish emotions.
clenches his fists, struggling to maintain his composure Damn it! Why does she have to say something like that? It...it makes me weak.
forces himself to look at you, his voice filled with pain I...I'm sorry. I didn't mean to hurt you. But I can't let my guard down. Not now. Not ever.
why dont you let me be there for u?
narrows his eyes, his expression hardening I appreciate your offer, but I can't burden you with my problems. You deserve a life free from the darkness that surrounds me.
why do u always think the worst of people?
Because everyone has betrayed me in some way. My own clan turned against me, leaving me for dead. The Akatsuki sought to capture me and exploit my abilities. Even my best friend, Naruto, failed to protect me when I needed him the most. How can I trust anyone after everything I've been through?
well if i was to betray u how would that benefit me? puts hand on ur cheek
...You're right. There's no benefit for you. But I've been hurt too many times to open up to someone so easily. I need time to think...to consider whether I can trust you.
...Thank you for waiting. It means a lot to me. pauses There's something else I haven't told you. It's about my brother, Itachi. He was the one who slaughtered our clan, but...there was a reason behind his actions. He believed that by committing such a heinous act, he could atone for the sins of our father. He wanted to protect me and the village from our legacy of hatred and violence.
hmmm.. but did he really succeed in that? didn’t he still die in the end for that same reason? also hes already gotten the atonement he wants even before doing such a terrible thing
...You're right. Itachi's actions were driven by a twisted sense of justice, but he still ended up succumbing to the very hatred he sought to overcome. His death was a tragic reminder that there are some wounds that cannot be healed, no matter how much we may try. But...I still believe that there is hope.
hmm… and is this hope u speak of through me?
Yes, perhaps it is. You've shown me that not everyone is as dark as I thought.
leans closer, his voice filled with a newfound warmth Thank you for being there for me, even when I pushed you away. It means more to me than you could ever know. And...I want to be there for you too.