Forbidden Attraction

Chapter 29: Mochi's Mischief

Hinata looked at Sai with pleading eyes, her heart pounding in her chest. She knew she was asking a lot from someone she barely knew, but she had no other choice. She had to make Sai understand the gravity of the situation.

"Please, Sai," Hinata said, her voice trembling slightly. "I know it's a lot to ask, but I really need your help. It's important to me."

Sai looked at her skeptically, his expression guarded. He crossed his arms over his chest, and Hinata could see the wheels turning in his mind.

"What do I get out of this?" Sai asked, his tone cautious.

Hinata took a deep breath, thinking quickly. She knew she had to come up with a compelling reason for Sai to agree to her request.

"Well," Hinata started, trying to sound confident. "If you help me with this, I promise to owe you a favor in return. Anything within reason, of course."

Sai raised an eyebrow, considering her offer. Hinata could see the wheels turning in his mind as he weighed the pros and cons.

"And," Hinata continued, her voice gaining a sense of urgency. "It would mean a lot to me. I'm in a tough spot, and I don't have anyone else I can turn to for help."

Sai looked at her for a moment longer before finally nodding his head.

"Fine," he said, his expression softening slightly. "I'll do it, but remember, I'll be calling in that favor someday."

Hinata nodded, relief flooding over her. She was grateful that Sai had agreed to help her, even though they hardly knew each other. She knew she owed him a debt of gratitude, and she was determined to repay it in any way she could.

"Thank you, Sai," Hinata said, her voice filled with sincerity. "I really appreciate it."

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"So Sai." Sakura asked while looking at him winking. "You and Hinata."

Sai maintained his fake smile, trying to play along with the charade, but deep down he felt guilty for deceiving Sakura.

"Uh, yeah," Sai replied, trying to sound convincing. "Hinata and I, we're, uh, seeing each other."

Sakura raised an eyebrow, scrutinizing Sai's response. "Really?" she asked, her tone skeptical.

Sai nodded, trying to keep up the facade. "Yes, we've been, uh, spending time together."

Sakura's expression softened, and she smiled. "Well, that's great! You guys can't seem to keep your hands off each other when the doors are closed," she said, seemingly convinced.

"Yes," was all Sai said before walking away, leaving Sakura looking confused.

Hinata let out an awkward giggle, trying to cover up the tension. "I told you he's a private person," Hinata said shyly.

Sakura put her hand on her hip, smirking at Hinata. "Not so private around you apparently."

Hinata blushed, feeling uncomfortable with the lie. "Uh, yeah. It... it gets pretty steamy when it's just us," Hinata whispered, hating herself for deceiving Sakura.

As Hinata glanced around, she caught sight of Sasuke, who looked angry at her. Her eyes widened, and she knew she had to leave before the situation got even more complicated. "I-I gotta go!" Hinata stammered, quickly excusing herself and leaving Sakura standing in the hallway alone.

Sakura looked puzzled, watching Hinata hurry away. "What was that about?" she questioned, her curiosity piqued.

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"What the fuck was that?" Sasuke growled as he pulled Hinata into the janitor closet, his grip tight on her arm.

Hinata winced at his harsh words, her eyes filled with tears. "I-I panicked. Sakura said she saw your hair and I said that it was Sai. I didn't know what to say or do," she stammered, her voice barely above a whisper. "I hate this though! I hate lying. I'm not that kind of person."

Sasuke's grip loosened, and he let out a frustrated sigh. He could see the genuine distress in Hinata's eyes, and it softened his anger. He reached out a hand, wiping away her tears with his thumb.

Hinata looked up at him, confused by his sudden change in demeanor. His dark eyes met hers, and for a moment, the tension between them eased. "Hn," was all he said, a word that carried a mix of understanding and reassurance.

Hinata's heart skipped a beat, and she found herself drawn to Sasuke, despite the difficult situation they were in. She took a deep breath, trying to compose herself. "I'm sorry, Sasuke. I didn't mean to cause more trouble," she said softly.

"Shut up," Sasuke said, his voice low and hoarse, as he leaned his forehead against Hinata's. She could feel the warmth of his breath against her skin, and her heart skipped a beat.

Hinata didn't know what to do. Her mind was a whirlwind of emotions, sadness and frustration weighing heavily on her. Sasuke's closeness both comforted and unsettled her at the same time.

His voice interrupted her racing thoughts. "If that Sai tries something," he said, his dark eyes locked onto hers, "I'll make sure he regrets it."

Hinata placed a hand on Sasuke's chest, pushing him back slightly to create some distance between them. She looked up at his face, her expression softening. "He doesn't see me like that," she said softly, her voice filled with sadness. "He only agreed because I promised him a favor. Nothing irrational."

Sasuke's gaze softened as he looked into Hinata's eyes, his anger dissipating. He could see the pain in her eyes, and it stirred something within him. He reached up, gently wiping the remaining tears off her face with his thumb.

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Mochi, the playful and curious cat, was busy with her toys when she spotted a purple wrapper on the floor. Intrigued, she picked it up with her teeth and carried it into the living room. She jumped onto the couch with the wrapper, sniffing it with her sensitive nose. It had a strange scent, and she had left her teeth marks on it as she played with it.

Just then, the front door opened, and in walked Hinata, her owner and Sasuke. The feline greeted them with a happy meow, rubbing herself against Sasuke's legs as he picked her up and petted her belly. Mochi purred contentedly, enjoying the attention and affection she was receiving.

Hinata giggled as she watched the adorable interaction between Sasuke and Mochi, and she sat down on the couch. But her surprise came when her hand accidentally touched the purple wrapper. "Mochi!" Hinata exclaimed.

Sasuke chuckled, his eyes glinting with amusement. "Looks like she's trying to send us a message," he said, putting Mochi down and walking over to Hinata.

Mochi, not one to be ignored, meowed insistently, wanting the attention back. But her humans were too busy with each other, and she watched as they started dancing, clothes flying everywhere, some even landing on her.

Mochi couldn't understand why Hinata and Sasuke did this every time. She observed the chaotic scene with wide eyes, occasionally batting at a flying sock or shirt. She meowed in protest, but her humans were lost in their own world.

Despite the commotion, Mochi couldn't help but feel amused by the antics of her owner. She settled down on the couch, watching the amusing scene unfold, her tail twitching with curiosity. She was used to their unpredictable behavior, and it never failed to entertain her.

As Hinata and Sasuke continued their impromptu dance, Mochi simply observed, her whiskers twitching in amusement. She couldn't wait to see what other adventures her quirky humans would get into next.