Naruto Scenarios Series

Instinctive- Sasuke X Reader

Sasuke had been accepted by all back into Konoha's society, but only welcomed by few. Although a small difference, it was very obvious to him. The dirty or fearful looks he received, the way parents tugged their children away from him, the snide comments, all of it he noticed.

You began to catch on when he stopped leaving the house as much. Sasuke had never been a homebody. He only left out of necessity or to train and it was seriously worrying you. You had tried bringing it up, but he assured you he was fine, just wanting to relax over the long ordeal that seemed to be his entire life.

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You and Sasuke walked through the store, looking for fresh produce. You had run out of tomatoes, (much to the Uchiha's horror) and a few other things. You stared at the prices, looking for a bargain while the ravenette hovered behind you, looking around.

"Isn't that Uchiha Sasuke?" Your ears perked up at the mention of the man behind you. "It is! Do you think that girl is okay?" "I hope so, I mean have you heard how dangerous he is?"

You turned around, ready to give them a piece of your mind when Sasuke's hand clutched yours. You looked up, unsurprised to see his face blank. Everything he needed to express was on the way he held onto you.

You shot the gossiping girls a scowl dark enough to send them scurrying away, eyes cast down. "Is this one alright?" You blinked, surprised at the tomato in your face.

It was clear he didn't want to discuss what was going on, so you just nodded deciding on pushing the incident aside for now.

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You had almost forgotten the encounter by the time it happened again. The two of you were out for lunch when a few older looking shinobi made their way over, sneers clear on the two men's faces.

"Well, well, well, if it isn't the Uchiha traitor," One taunted. You barely reacted to the way Sasuke squeezed your hand as if fighting for self-control. "We don't have time for this, so if you don't mind...?" You gestured for them to move, but they laughed.

"Or else what?" Sasuke stepped forward, his glower fierce. He didn't say anything, the only sign of his irritation was his flashing Sharingan. The cocky expressions on their faces dropped as they seemed to be reminded of just how strong Sasuke was.

As they quickly made their exit, Sasuke squeezed your hand lightly, leading you away with a 'Hn'. A small blush tinted your cheeks.

This was the second time he had instinctively grabbed your hand during a situation like this. It was a small thing but it warmed your heart.

Sasuke wasn't great with words, he didn't bother to hide it, but somehow the gesture had meant more to you than most words ever could. It conveyed that he trusted you, that you kept him down to earth. It was nothing short of comforting to you.