INFATUATION

3.

You managed to wake up earlier than usual. So you didn't get to walk or talk to anyone all morning.

You slumped onto your desk instead, laying your head over your arms. "Where's that Ino.." you mumbled to yourself. She was practically the only person you'd be happy to speak to today. After all you still hadn't forgiven Sasuke for his cruel feedback from yesterday.

Naturally though, that wouldn't stop him from interacting with you, especially since he didn't even know what he did wrong. You watched as he walked in. The two of you locked eyes and you huffed in annoyance before turning your head the other way.

'What's her problem.' He frowned, his ego definitely stung after that. Sasuke hesitated, but decided to sit next to you. Unfortunately he wasn't the type to speak first, that was your job. It's something he likes about you. You talk a lot.

He mentally discussed what to do about the situation, clearly bothered by your change in attitude. And to make it worse here came Naruto. He took a seat beside Sasuke, which was certainly unusual. Despite being next to his nemesis he grinned ear to ear.

"What the— what are you doing here Naruto? This isn't for drop outs." Shikamaru said as he walked down to your table. Naruto seemed to be offended by this. "Oh yeah? Do you see this, do you see this? Open your eyes shikamaru its a regulation headband." He said in a mocking tone.

You held back a laugh. But you made a familiar squeak.
This did NOT please Sasuke.

"We're gonna be training together, how do you like that!" Naruto finished. This made Shikamaru scoff. "Let me put it to ya this way. I look great in this head gear. Like it was made for me! Beeelieve it!" The blond let out a goofy fit of giggles.

The conversation was cut short when stomps were heard from outside. As they grew louder and closer you decided to raise your head up. Sitting straight you curiously looked over towards the door.

You were a bit shocked when Ino and Sakura rushed in together. Both panting. "I'm first!" They announced simultaneously. You smiled a bit at this. Naruto did too! He dreamily looked over at the green eyed girl who didn't seem to care much about him. A blush almost the same shade as her hair appeared on his cheeks.

Much to his surprise, Sakura rushed over. Naruto's heart beat increased. Was it the headband? Did she finally realize how cool he was??

Nope.

"Move it!" She shoved him out the way. "Uh.. good morning Sasuke..!" She shyly said, clasping her hands together. Sasuke looked at her, clearly annoyed and still worried for Y/n. "Mind if I sit next to you?" Ino rushed over as Sakura said this, they began arguing once more. Then the other girls joined in.

You coughed, gaining everyone's attention. "One of you can have my seat. I don't wanna sit near either of these guys anyway." You frowned as you looked between Naruto and Sasuke. This upset both boys. Meanwhile the fangirls argued over who would get the seat.

Naruto angrily climbed over the desk to now be face to face with you. Sasuke and Ino both glared. The blond growled as he stared down at you. "Naruto! Hey, stop glaring at Y/n!" Ino finally shouted to try and help you out.

'What's the big deal with this girl. Why'd she change her mind now! All year it's been, Naruto, Naruto! Now that I'm trying she changes her mind!?' He then dropped the angered act, 'is she actually upset about what I said..?'

He suddenly felt awful, now that the realization hit. His eyes softened a bit, "Uh. I'm—" he tried to apologize. Unfortunately, just as he opened his mouth to speak again, the boy seated one desk in front of you bumped his arm against Naruto's back.

Naruto lost his balance. Your eyes widened as he came crashing forward.

The class grew silent.

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"Great. Of course I was partnered with those three." You frowned momentarily, your fingers pressed themselves against your lips, you blushed. "That weirdo Naruto doesn't make it better at all.."

You then groaned. "Stupid Sasuke. Is it really that hard for him to see what he did wrong." You sighed as you continued your rant all alone. You missed him. He knew you missed him. You knew he missed you.

You stopped in your tracks, watching as Naruto entered Sasuke's home through a window. 'What the hell?' You approached some more, hearing the two fight inside. Unsurprisingly Sasuke emerged victorious as he hopped out the window. 'He left naruto in there??' You thought to yourself.

Although you and Naruto haven't gotten along very well, perhaps this was an opportunity to have your friendship blossom! Maybe you'll forgive him... You quickly rushed into Sasuke's apartment. "Naruto! Are you—" You gasped at the sight, Sasuke was tied up laying on the floor. The piece of tape on his mouth prevented him from speaking.

You weren't sure if you should laugh, or help, or be concerned. So you did all.

You smirked mischievously as you approached him. "Bested by Naruto?" You kneeled down to start untying him. "Mhhmffh mh Mhh mhhp mh!" He tried to speak. You ripped the tape off, causing Sasuke to wince. "He ambushed you?"

Sasuke rubbed his lips/mouth area as he looked off to the side, clearly annoyed.

"I let my guard down." He admitted. You let out a small laugh once more, "What had you so distracted you lost!" His cheeks tinted pink and he looked into your eyes. There was something different about this stare though. It was deeper than his typical annoyed looks.

You let your lips curl up.
He was thinking about you.

"Come on duck butt. Naruto used a transformation jutsu, he might be ruining your life right now." You held your hand out to him. Sasuke's once "peaceful" expression vanished, now replaced with anger. "He what?"