INFATUATION

8.

"Send in our visitor!"

Finally, after weeks of: babysitting, pet sitting, grocery shopping, and other chores, the Hokage gave in and decided to give you a C ranked mission! Team seven watched the door in anticipation.

The smile that was once on your face faded when a big tipsy man came in. You and Naruto were expecting a pretty Princess..

"What the.. a bunch of little snot nosed kids??" His lip curled down in anger. You crossed your arms, offended. "This stinky guy's complaining about US?" You mumbled, earning a snicker from Naruto, along with a small smile from Sakura. However she tried to cover it with her hand.

The man took a swig from his beer, the alcohol spilling down his chin. 'Gross!' You stared in disgust. He grunted as he leaned against the door frame. "And you.. the little one with the idiotic look on his face.. You really expect me to believe you're a ninja??" He pointed at the four of you.

Naruto bursted out laughing. "Who's the little one with the idiotic look on his!—" he stopped, the three of you closed in on him, comparing sizes. Although you were the shortest, the client referred to them as a boy.

"I'll demolish you!" Naruto tried to charge at the man, but Kakashi grabbed the back of his jacket. "You can't demolish the client Naruto. It doesn't work that way."

The man took another swig at his bottle. "I am Tazuna. A master bridge builder. And I must return to my country. I'm building a bridge there that will change our world, and I expect you to get me there safely. Even if it means giving up your life." He spoke seriously. Everyone remained silent while the Hokage nodded his head in agreement.

"You leave tomorrow at 6 AM. Be ready, or you'll face terrible consequences. All of you." Lord third said sternly.

After being dismissed the six of you split ways, well. Almost.

"I'll see you guys tomorrow." You waved happily, Sakura said a quick farewell, since her house was the other way. And so did Naruto, except he was going to Ichiraku's in celebration of getting a higher ranked mission.

Sasuke hesitated, but he grabbed ahold of your wrist just as you were walking off. You let out a faint yelp, before turning around. "Is.. something wrong, Sasuke?" Your big curious eyes caused him to look away momentarily. He was almost intimidated by you.

".. since we haven't.. had time to.. you know." He fumbled with his words. "Would you— ..ugh." Sasuke's brows were furrowed as he struggled to spit it out. "Would I?" You encouraged. Your body was no longer twisted, you stood straight, chest pointed towards him.

He let out a short breath through his nose, and shoved his hands into his pockets. His deep onyx eyes peered into yours. "Do you want to do something.." Sasuke paused. "anything, with me?" It took a lot of personal strength not to tease him. Or get revenge for everyone he's "ego'd" in the past; instead you smiled.

"Sure, do you have anything in mind?" He shook his head, still embarrassed. You hummed and placed a hand on your chin. "Are you hungry, tired?" He furrowed his brows, "I don't know."

"well, I've been craving a f/d (favorite dessert) from this cute little shop down the road! Are you okay with that?" Sasuke's face contorted into one of discomfort. "Uh.. alright.." he forced out. You cheered, somehow not noticing his expression. "Great! Let's go!" You grabbed ahold of his white arm warmers and pulled him behind you.