What is...love?

The Friends?

Chapter Four: The Friends?

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Friends?

Sasuke Uchiha could not do friends. Not with Naruto.

Not because he was interested in others. He didn't want anyone else. He didn't even look. Oh no, it was quite worse.

He was constantly worried about the omega. Was anyone bothering him? Was anyone trying to force themselves on him? The wet dreams didn't help. Or even just the simple dreams of them on dates or cuddling. Cuddling. He has never cuddled in his life. But he couldn't help and wonder what it would be like to wake up with that incredible scent and warmth surrounding him.

He had yet to see the omega again. These past few days Naruto had been busy with work and his university work. Even though he hadn't had a chance to see him, he did try to remind Naruto that he existed. Even if it was just to remind the other to eat, that he had a good day, or to ask what he was up to. He was becoming that person.

Every time his phone vibrated 3 times simultaneously, his heart quickened. He'd set this vibration specifically for the omega.

Tonight, the alpha stood outside his balcony, watching the city night lights deep in thought. His mind had developed a habit of spacing off. He'd be at his parent's home, imagining Naruto joining him. How would the blonde be around the Uchiha family? There was no question they would absolutely adore the blonde. He would run an errand and see couples together or hear his employees on the phone with their mates and his mind would wander.

Thankfully he had been doing a good job (in his opinion) at hiding it. If anyone questioned it, he would blame Tomato for being extra fussy. Sorry Tomato.

The downside to all of this was a new feeling blossoming. A panic that would spread through his body at the thought of Naruto not wanting to talk to him anymore.

What if Naruto saw how much of an asshole he was?

What if he was too unemotional?

What if he was uninteresting?

What if Naruto's family didn't like him?

Oh fuck he'd never taken that into consideration.

The alpha had never cared about another person's opinion, but now it mattered. It mattered so damn much.

Maybe he should talk to his mom. She always had words of wisdom and doted on him. She would be so delighted to hear that he actually wanted someone for the first time in his life.

He let out a deep breath and walked back in and headed to the bedroom, changing into comfortable clothes. Tomato sat on the bed, green eyes watching him move around. He paused for a moment to scratch behind her ear.

Would Naruto love Tomato? The Somali cat was a sweetheart, and Naruto was a sweetheart so he was sure she would absolutely love the omega.

Three vibrations drew his attention.

It was a message from Naruto. His heart jumped.

Should I drink another coffee? o(>< )o

It was so simple, but it brought a stupid smile to his face.

At this time? Only if you want to be a jittering mess instead of sleeping.

But then who will keep me company... (⌒_⌒;)

He could hear the omega's laughter in his head.