Ordered to be together - Shikajin

Memories

"Shikadai, watch out!" I heard a scream behind me, which caused me to turn around mechanically. Immediately after that I was greeted by darkness.

It all started when we were small, unaware kids. It's obvious that we've known each other since we were learning how to walk. Our parents used to form a team named Ino-Shika-Cho together and because we are their children it was our duty to continue this tradition. I don't have to say it out loud that this idea didn't receive a positive reception because we didn't weven like each other. I simply considered the other two as the most annoying people in the world. I didn't want to create a team with such kids. How could I do it? It was impossible! One of them is incredibly stupid, she was ready to die for food, while the other one cannot talk normally, without sarcasm and being mean. He was honest but he was insensitive. Well, you had to clench your teeth and keep going on. As a son of the talented and intelligent ninja from the Nara clan, I couldn't shame him and fail as a future clan leader.

In order to integrate, our families organized joint meals, so that we could acclimatize and warm up in the relationship. Did it helped? It only confirmed my dislike of them. Before I could say anything, the table was emptied, and the family of "fluffies" complained that they still were hungry. We could also hear the biting comments of the blonde. Is it so hard to keep at least a bit of culture and decency? Apparently yes. Each meeting ended similarly. I only heard my mother laugh with the others. What's so funny? I will never understand it. Maybe if they reacted in any way, their behavior would improve and I would like it. Well, now all that remains is craving.

One summer evening I went for a walk. I chose the playground but this one was occupied by a group of spoiled youth, so I quickly changed my plans. While walking along the river, I noticed an argument in the distance. I hid behind a tree and watched the whole incident surreptitiously. I preferred not to get involved. It was Inojin, arguing with a kid he often teased. This time the brat did not come alone, but his older brother and his friends came with him. The taller and stronger boy quickly knocked the fair-haired man on the ground. A lot of young people gathered around who laughed and cheered. Despite his petty figure, Inojin punched the older boy with all his strength and he fell. I was impressed, but after a while the whole spell was broken. His opponent didn't give up, and he made fun of his somewhat girlish appearance, which was to ridicule my colleague. Not wanting to look at that anymore, I went in the opposite direction. For the first time I saw him in this state but I knew that he will be alright. I guess.
No, I did not feel satisfaction, and I'm angry at myself that I did not lift a finger in his defense.

Another evening came and another dinner together. This time it was at Auntie Ino's house. I didn't want to go there. I didn't want to see him. During the meal, the blond didn't speak at all. This was certainly because recent imcidents. There was no sadness on his face, only irritation. I managed to get to know him well enough to be able to say that he is not the type of man who likes to show emotions, especially sadness. He just falsifies a smile.

When everyone finished thei meals, we left the table and the adults began to laugh and talk about various topics. I decided to talk to him. For the first time out of free will, on my own, on my own will and initiative.

"Hey, Ino..." I cut myself seeing his glare. Like the basilisk's eyes! So scarry.

"I know you have been there and seen everything. I know we don't like each other, but you could do anything."

I was stunned.

"It's not like that.." I sighed heavily. It will be a hard conversation.

"Are you glad I finally got it, huh? You always tell me off, so you are satisfied, aren't you?

"No. Could you let me say something?" I asked trying to explain myself.