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Sakura watched the man's face before her, a small smile gracing her lips as he spoke in his melodious voice that seemed to captivate her. His charm, she felt, was taking hold of her. His eyes were an odd color, contrasting with dark blue hair that gave him a mysterious aura. Overall, she was enchanted by him. As he looked at her, she snapped out of her reverie and his lips began to move. She heard only mumbles until the second time around.

"What would you like to eat, Sakura-san? It's on me…" He gave her a graceful smile and Sakura felt her cheeks tinge pink. Forgetting to even look at the menu, she made something up off the top of her head, a common food she got when she went out.

"Onigiri please…With a side of salad." The waiter nodded as the girl was deaf to Takashi's order. He reminded her of someone long ago. Someone dear to her; a person she kept close to the core of her heart. Viridian eyes glanced him over quickly, flashing a bright green sheen as a spark rose in her orbs.

He is the opposite of Sasuke…But the one that reminds her of him the most.

"You're everything I wish he was…"

Sakura felt her heart drop into her stomach, a sudden loss of appetite as the unnamed man left. She heaved a sigh, earning a concerned look from the man sitting across from her. He rose an eyebrow at her antics.

"Are you alright, love?" Sakura's head rose at the name, noticing the lack of formalities. She shook her head, putting on a fake smile as she closed her eyes, not wanting her emerald hues to show her façade

"I'm fine, Takashi-san! I was just thinking about work!" She giggled happily as she pushed a strand of pink behind her ear. He tilted his head in a hesitant manner before nodding, continuing with his rants as Sakura, listened, deafly.

"You stupid, annoying girl!" Sasuke felt his chest get tight as he groaned in annoyance. He stopped, looking around feverishly before turning to a man, grabbing his arm roughly as the man cowered a bit.

"Where's the most expensive restaurant in this shitty village?" He was losing his cool. He took a deep breath as the man composed himself, pulling at his clothes as he spoke to Sasuke's feet.

"U-um…Ravishing Falls. It's j-just up the street!" He shut one eye, knowing not of what was to come. Sasuke rolled his black hues, releasing the man's arm before running off into the direction the man had stated.

"If he touches her I swear…"

Sakura's view was out the window on the hedges adorned with sparkling lights. They overtook her vision, causing a small smile to form on her pink lips. Takashi watched in slight amusement, a sickening smirk forming on his face.

Perfect…

Placing a large hand over her small one, Sakura looked up in slight puzzlement, a small tint of pink forming on her cheeks as she looked in his eyes for an answer. She was met with a bitter sweetness.

"Lets go outside! It's pretty out at this time!" Sakura gave him a quick glance before returning to her own thoughts as she smiled, nodding silently as she was pulled from her seat towards the back of the restaurant.

With Takashi leading the way, Sakura's eyes beheld a beautiful variety of shades as they reflected off her porcelain skin. Perfectly trimmed shrubs lined the stoned path as Takashi slowly walked a bit ahead of the pinkette.

"Takashi-san?" The said man turned to his name, his expression holding curiosity as she continued. "Why did you bring me here?" Takashi stopped, moving to look at the girl as he placed his hands on her shoulders.

"Sakura…My dear. You see, I've been having these…Feelings for you lately. This is just my means of exploring them." The pink haired girl felt her throat close as air was no longer reaching her straining lungs. She didn't particularly notice as the man's lips drew nearer to her reddening face.

"I….But you're not…"

"Sakura!" Takashi paused, amethyst eyes moving to the left as a pale figure clad in black sprinted towards them.

"Of course…."

Growling Naruto moved to the man while Sakura watched in surprise.

"Naruto? What are you doing here? Shouldn't you be in th-" Her words were cut short by a gust of wind that lifted her bangs. The wind was Naruto's fist flying towards Takashi's face. Making contact, the man flew towards a large bush, disrupting it's perfect figure. Rising shortly after, he groaned in pain.

"Naruto!" The pink haired girl held her teammate back as he moved to attempt the finishing blow on her 'date.'

"I'm going to kill you, asshole…" Naruto spit at Takashi's feet as the man fixed his crooked jaw. Shutting his eyes, he grumbled incoherently under his breath.

"That was uncalled for Naruto…I'm sure Hokage-sama wouldn't like that." Scoffing, the blonde haired boy eyed the man with a smirk.

"Fuck that…I do what I want. I know what you're trying to do…"

A look of interest formed on the man's face; a cocky grin with a hint of maliciousness.

"I see. I figured my reputation would of surfaced at some point. Oh well…" The man stood his ground, the familiar smirk continued to show on his face. Sakura eyed them both in curiosity, too shocked to move from her spot.

Why was she so bad at picking men? She never knew….

Growling, Naruto charged towards him, his eyes fiery and a shocking blue as he jumped high, smashing his fist towards the man. A quick move of the head was all it took for the boy's punch to miss. Grabbing his fist and forearm, Takashi twisted his foot, throwing the teen over his shoulder. Naruto was sent flying towards the opposite end as he twisted, skidding to a stop as he landed crouched on the floor.

"What the-?" a loud, deep laugh sounded from Takashi as he placed his hand on his chest. His aura was surrounded by a sudden bitter evil.

"Did you think a man that runs this sort of business can't stand up for himself? Absurd…"

"Tch…" Naruto licked his lips, his teeth clenching and grinding against each other as he glanced at his pink haired teammate. Her eyes were never once directed towards him for they were consumed by the sudden madness from the man and her sudden fascination with the hem of her skirt.

Naruto stood from his spot on the floor, dusting himself off quickly as his glare intensified, his eyebrows stitched together in anger and frustration.

"What the hell are you trying to pull, hm?" The boy started, his anger evident. "I know who you are, you sick bastard." He finished, his fists clenched in anger, his eyes sharp with hatred. Sakura lifted her head, her eyes concerned as she was confused by the man's words.

"Naruto! What the hell are you talking about?" She questioned, stepping out towards him and reaching her hand to his shoulder. She was met with two forceful hands grabbing her shoulders that shook her violently. She looked up, wide eyed and frightened towards her blonde best friend's actions.

"He is using you Sakura!" He spat, shaking her roughly again. "He wants you as his fucking sex toy!" He finished, his grip hard on her petite frame. His words echoed in her head, hoping she heard wrong. It couldn't be that this man she had felt such a connection with could be this way, right? She stopped herself. Then again, Naruto has never lied to her. Her eyes became downcast as she swallowed the lump in her throat.

Once again she was being used; betrayed by a man she perceived to be close to perfect. He didn't seem overly strong, but enough for her to feel safe. He was the ideal man. Mannerisms that a girl could only wish every guy would have and portray. He tells his feelings and the things he loves. An easy and beautiful connection between two people is once again shattered.

Naruto frowned as his grip loosened on the girl, noticing her heartbroken state. He had been forceful, mean, and rude, mostly qualities characterized towards Sasuke. Here he was, hurting her like he promised himself he wouldn't. A sickening pain resided in his chest as he stared at her face. He couldn't stand seeing her this way. Knowing it was his fault made him want to die.

Turning from her, the image of her face in the back of his mind, he let his attention fall on the man before him. Takashi's mean and antagonizing gaze hardly faltered as Naruto charged him. Quickly flickering behind the man, he grabbed his collar and sent his face hurling towards the ground. Caught off guard, the man ate a mouthful of dirt, looking behind him towards the angry blonde. Knowing he had the upper hand, his body became tense, his heart racing. No longer holding a cool demeanor, he began to panic.

Naruto lifted him from the ground and turned him around, punching him across the cheek. Absorbing the blow, he spit out a thick red fluid. Smirking, Naruto finished him by pressing a pressure point on his neck. Letting him fall to the ground, he sighed in relief. He wasn't much of a threat, but the idea of having the team leave the village was a question that arose in his mind. It was almost like Sasuke was targeted. But why?

Refusing to think about it, his body and mind fatigues by the day's events, he turned to Sakura. She stood in the same spot as before, a trail of tears falling from her cheeks and onto the dirt below. She bit her lower lip in haste, hoping to quiet the sobs that threatened to erupt from her throat. It was like this when Sasuke left.

Walking towards her, he hesitated before wrapping his arms around her and pulling her to his chest. Petting her head, he rested his head on her own, hoping to seize her cries. They turned to small hiccups as she rubbed her face into his chest, her slender arms wrapping around his waist. She was so small when compared to him. He had never noticed how feeble she actually appeared to be.

"Hey. It's going to be alright. " A small sniffle was muffled by the fabric of his shirt. Sighing, he ran his fingers through her hair. He had always wanted to touch it, to feel it between his fingers. Though, not in these circumstances.

"I thought he was the one." Looking towards Naruto, she sniffled once more. "I can't believe I fell for someone like him!" Naruto cringed as another round of tears formed in her eyes, her lower lip quivering. Using his thumb, he wiped a stray tear from her stained cheeks.

"I'm sorry Sakura-chan. I really am." Naruto pulled her in for another hug. His eyes wandered to the side, catching glimpse of a shocked figure. His sapphire hues widened as Sasuke stared at the two, his mouth clamped shut. With a scowl on his face, he quickly turned on is heel and walked away.

This is unreasonably short. I know I've been inactive and I'm really sorry. This is such a fail of a chapter. I had so little motivation on finishing it but I finally managed to put something out. Even though it's horrid. Sorry guys :/ It'll get longer and better from here. Just think of this as... a tension building chapter. Yeah...Let's go with that.