In the park, Sakura sat alone on a bench, lost in thought. Unbeknownst to her, Naruto, disguised as Sasuke, approached her. I was watching from a tree.
There is Naruto. He is going to say the lines because of which Sakura never got over Sasuke, even after he threaten to kill her.
"You sure have a large, charming forehead," Naruto began, his voice mimicking Sasuke's. "Makes me want to kiss it."
Sakura was taken aback. "Huh?!" she exclaimed, a blush creeping across her cheeks.Inner Sakura: "Hell yeah! He's mine!"Naruto chuckled, "Haha, that sounds like something Naruto would say."Inner Sakura: "Damn it!"Naruto sat beside Sakura. "Sakura," he began, his voice laced with a hint of Sasuke's usual intensity, "there's something I want to ask you. What do you think of Naruto?"Sakura, her heart pounding, replied, "He is always getting in the way of my love. And he enjoys seeing me struggle... Naruto doesn't understand anything about me, he's just annoying. All I want for you in to acknowledge me. I am serious. I would do anything. Because I like you.""I feel like I finally understand why I love her." Naruto thought while gulping.
What the heck?!! I can hear Naruto's thoughts because of my genjutsu. And what the fuck Naruto? Turns out you were the one who was a masochist. Hmm, should I interfere after they kiss? Sakura initiated the kiss but... Oh well, I will interfere before they actually kiss.
Naruto, too, felt a strange sense of familiarity as he leaned in. The sweet scent of Sakura blossoms filled his senses, reminding him of the accidental kiss they shared in the classroom. A flutter of excitement stirred within him. Sakura, her heart pounding, couldn't believe her dream was about to come true. As their lips drew closer, a surge of anticipation coursed through her veins.With mere inches between them, they could feel each other's hot breath on their skin. Their hearts raced in unison, a silent symphony of anticipation. Their eyes locked, trying to convey their undying and pure love for each other. Green eyes stare at black ones. Time seemed to stand still as they exchanged a silent, heartfelt gaze. In that moment, nothing else mattered. The only thing matter is the magical moment which was unfolding.
Their eyes fluttered closed as they leaned in, their lips mere inches apart. The moment their soft skin touch against each other, a jolt of electricity coursed through both of them. Their knees weakened, and if they weren't already seated, they would have collapsed.
"STOP!" a familiar voice called out.
Both open their eyes before they could complete there kiss, startled. They looked at the voice.
"SASUKE/SASUKE-KUN??!!" both shouted in unison.
"Naruto, de-transform." I commanded, his voice stern.Sakura's eyes widened in shock. "Naruto?!" she exclaimed.Naruto, embarrassed, quickly reverted to his normal form and fled the scene.Sakura's face turned red with embarrassment and anger. "What? That idiot!" she exclaimed. "I'll kill him!"I chuckled secretly, "I'll go after him.""Sasuke-kun, wait!" Sakura called out. "I just want to clarify that I don't love Naruto. I only have feelings for you."I raised an eyebrow, "And what if I told you that Naruto loves you?"Sakura scoffed, "He doesn't. He just gets in the way of my feelings for you. Between us. He doesn't understand me at all."I smirked. "Well, Naruto gets in the way because he wants your attention. He truly loves you."Sakura was taken aback. "...Even if that's true, I don't like him. I like you. If he can't take a hint, that's his problem."I, mirroring her tone, replied, "Then I could say the same thing. I don't love you. And I'm not afraid to admit it, because I simply don't have feelings for you. If you can't take a hint, that's your problem for getting hurt. Now, Get out of your little fantasy and face reality."Sakura was speechless. "But please, give me a chance! I will make it your worthwhile. I promise I won't disappoint you!" she pleaded.I shook my head. "Then I can also say the same. Give Naruto a chance. He will make it your worthwhile. He won't disappoint you. I promise. Now think carefully before you speak. Whatever you say about your love, I can also say the same about Naruto's love for you."Sakura was left stunned, her heart heavy.
"Just go to class," I sighed. "It's almost time. I'll bring Naruto."As I turned to leave, Sakura spoke up. "Why are you speaking for Naruto? He's always picking fights with you.""Really?" I questioned, "And why do you think he does that?""Well, he hasn't had a normal childhood," Sakura explained. "He doesn't have any parents. He can do whatever he wants. If I acted like him, my parents would be furious. He's so lucky, all alone, without parents to nag him. That's why he misbehaves so much.""Sounds like you're jealous of Naruto's life." I pointed out. "You'd like that, wouldn't you? No parents, no one to scold you and no one to judge you? You want a life like that, don't you?"Sakura was taken aback. "What?! No! That's not what I meant..." she stammered."Sakura, you're going to be a ninja," I interrupted. "Don't lie to yourself. Otherwise, it'll just become a voice in your head. Accept it Sakura. Express what you like. Now, I ask you again, would you want to live a life like that, even for an hour?"Sakura hesitated, then admitted, "I-I... You're right, Sasuke-kun. I would like that.""So you admit it," I smirked. "What if I told you I could make you experience that life for some minutes? I could put you in a genjutsu where you'd live Naruto's life."Sakura, intrigued and a bit scared, agreed. "Sasuke-kun, I... okay. Sure." she said, her voice barely a whisper.I activated my Mangekyo Sharingan and cast a powerful genjutsu on Sakura where she is living Naruto's life."Now enjoy it, Sakura," I murmured. "This genjutsu won't break until someone touches you."Enjoy getting banged by villagers.With that, Sasuke left to find Naruto. "Let's see, where could you be hiding, Naruto?" he mused.Hmm, let's see... find you!
"Dammit! Dammit! Dammit!" Naruto exclaimed, frustrated. "I'm so stupid! Ahhhhh! I hate you so much Sasuke!!!"My voice cut through the air, "Why?"Naruto, startled, turned around to find Sasuke standing before him. "What? Why are you here?" Naruto stammered.I smirked, "Why do you hate me, Naruto? Is it because you want everything I have?"Naruto was taken aback. "What? No! I-""Yes," I interrupted. "You want Sakura's love, you want to be a great ninja, you crave respect, and you want to be noticed.""S-Sasuke I..."
"You don't like that civilians call you out and you want people to respect you."
"H-How did you...?" Naruto stuttered, bewildered.I glanced around, spotting a group of police officers patrolling the area. I called out to them."Any orders, Lord Sasuke?" Inabi, the police officer, asked.I, my gaze fixed on Naruto, replied, "Tell every police officer to bow to Naruto Uzumaki and show him respect whenever they encounter him.""Yes, I will do it right away. Anything else?" Inabi asked.
"Inabi," Sasuke instructed, "make an announcement in the marketplace. Inform everyone that from now on, no one is allowed to harass or disrespect Naruto Uzumaki. Any violation of this order, or any act of disrespect from their children, will be punishable by death. As an example, Take a prisoner who is sentenced to death and execute him in the middle of the street and falsely claim they were punished for disrespecting Naruto Uzumaki.."
"Are you sure about this, Lord Sasuke?" Inabi asked, hesitant. "We can't just impose such a rule. What will we tell the Hokage?"I pulled out a piece of paper and a pen from my storage seal and handed them to Naruto. "Sign here, Naruto," he commanded.Naruto, confused, hesitated. "What? Sasuke, I-""Just sign it, Naruto!" I ordered in a commanding voice."Yes!... Here, it's done!" Naruto, still bewildered, signed the document."Take this paper, Inabi," I instructed. "Inform the Hokage that Naruto Uzumaki has filed a complaint with the police department. So we took necessary action against it. If they wish, they can transfer the case to the ANBU."
"As you wish, Lord Sasuke," Inabi replied, taking the document."And make sure to inform the Hokage after the announcement." I added. "Dismiss."Inabi nodded and vanished."There, Naruto," I said. "Now, some people will respect you. No one will dare to disrespect you again. Happy?"Naruto, still reeling from the events, stammered, "Sasuke... I... What happened earlier-"I cut him off, "Naruto. Frankly, I don't care what you do. I will act as this encounter didn't happen. Just answer me: Are you happy?"Naruto, his eyes welling up with tears, nodded. "Yes, dattebayo!""Good," Sasuke replied. "Now, do something for me. Go to the park. Sakura's still there. Apologize to her and explain yourself. We're even."Naruto nodded, eager to make amends. "Yes, right away!" he exclaimed, rushing towards the park.I watched him go, a smirk playing on my lips.Power! Power! Power! Politics! You are eager for these things. You think no uchiha will ever play the dirty game of politics with you Danzo? Game is on! ...I would give that frightening laugh now but I am in the middle of the road. Maybe I will do it after I get home... Or maybe I will pass on it.I then turned and headed back to the classroom.In the park, Sakura as Naruto, trapped within the genjutsu, found herself surrounded by a hostile crowd. "No! Stop! I didn't pull any prank!" she pleaded. "Why are you being so mean?""Do you think we care if you did something or not?" a voice sneered. "We hate your existence, demon!""I'm not a demon!" she protested, her voice filled with fear."Shut up!" the crowd demanded, their voices growing louder.Naruto rushed to the park, his heart pounding. He found Sakura standing alone, her eyes filled with tears. She was trembling, seemingly lost in a nightmare.
Naruto, alarmed by Sakura's distressed state, rushed towards her and began shaking her, hoping to snap her out of it. The physical contact broke the genjutsu, and Sakura returned to reality.
Sakura's eyes met Naruto's worried ones, and a wave of realization washed over her. She remembered the conversation with Sasuke, her harsh words about Naruto, Sasuke suggesting to put her in genjutsu to make her experience Naruto's life which from her point of view is perfect and Sakura accepting it. The horror of what she had witnessed within the illusion sent a shiver down her spine.
"Sakura-chan! Please forgive me!" Naruto pleaded, his voice filled with remorse. "I didn't mean to trick you. I wanted to know what you think about me and then I got lost in the moment... Please forgive me! I am sorry, dattebayo!"Sakura stared at him, her expression unreadable. Naruto's heart sank. I'm doomed! he thought. She's totally going to hit me! I'm such an idiot, dattebayo!Sakura, her anger melting away, smiled softly. "Okay, Naruto. I forgive you. But next time, just ask me directly," she said.Naruto's eyes widened in surprise. "Eh? O-Okay, Okay Sakura-chan... I promise it won't happen again, dattebayo!" he exclaimed, still a bit bewildered.Naruto thought to himself, First Sasuke, and now Sakura-chan! What is happening today?"Good," Sakura said. "Now let's head to class. Our Jonin sensei will be arriving soon."Naruto nodded and followed Sakura towards the Academy.(DONE! Have a great Day/Night!)