Title: Always on my mind

(Long)

Oh my God! What is he still doing here?! Wow has he gotten cuter since yesterday? Are those new white Supra Skytop shoes? I've never seen them before so they must be....Ah shit! Did he see me stare? Don't look! Don't dare look! Oh....thank God. He didn't see me yet...jeez my face is so hot, I could bake a cookie on it. Ugh! Why am I thinking of him again! Didn't I make a promise not to?! Arggh!!! Back to fucking square one! Okay (Y/n) no more thoughts about Sasuke. No more. And of all the guys to have a crush on, him?!! Really?!! That's so cliché. It would've been a little bit better if you chose the hyper best friend but noooooo, you had to follow the crowd and fall for the guy....ugh you disappoint me....(Y/n) rolled her eyes at her scolding thoughts and sunk her head even lower, hiding her face behind the book she was holding. She had long ago lost interest in the book's contents when her object of affection entered the library to do some studying of his own.

He sat two tables away from her, directly in front of her line of vision. This made it even more harder for her to concentrate as she couldn't help but sneak glances towards the dark-haired male. He had his headphones on which luckily made him oblivious to the glances sent by (h/c)-haired female.

(Y/n) also noticed that he had also caught the attention of the other female population in the library but she paid no mind to it. It was a reality that she had come to accept long ago and a reality that she was striving to escape.

Sasuke had many admirers and (Y/n) despised the fact that her heart had betrayed her to join the fam. So with that, she made a plan to get over him by avoiding him every way possible, which proved harder than it seemed.

First of all, (Y/n) was best friends with Sakura, Ino and Hinata, placing her immediately in Sasuke's circle of friends.

Second of all, she sat with them, including Sasuke, at the same table every lunch time. To add salt to the injury, she normally sat directly across from him. How she survived all those days managing not to blush when under his scrutinising gaze even made (Y/n) wonder.

Third of all, no one knew about her true feelings towards the onyx-eyed boy, not even her best friends. She was too embarrassed to admit even to herself that she had fallen so easily, so confessing to anyone was off her list.

Fourth of all, he was fucking sitting in front of her.

Before, she never quite understood what the fuss was about the handsome dark-haired. She only came to understand when she fell for his rare smile that came out only when greatly amused, his hair that stuck out in the most uncommon of ways, his eyes that seemed so cold to others yet would secretly shine with warmth when with his friends, his silent and intelligent demeanour that would intimidate others but also awe the (h/c) haired girl more times than one.

Thing is, (Y/n) never thought she'd like him. She always went for the bubbly type that made her laugh, quite like Naruto. In fact, upon meeting the blond-haired male for the first time, she saw herself crushing on him but was surprised when it was his best friend who caught her eye.

(Y/n) glared at the writing on the book she was using as a shield, wishing that he'd leave so she'd continue her studying in peace. She was getting fed up with her emotions every passing minute and angry with herself for not being over him yet.

She let out loud sigh and laid her forehead on the cool surface of her table. She groaned lowly and started banging her forehead on the table, but not loud enough to stir anyone's attention towards her.

"What are you doing?" a low, deep voice sounded, making the (e/c)-eyed girl freeze in her action from the familiarity of the voice.

Ah shit! How did he see me?! her heart picked up its pace as she slowly lifted her head up to look at Sasuke who was giving her a blank look. She smiled sheepishly, fighting the powerful urge to blush and rested her cheek on her hand.

"Just...trying to get the concept through haha," (Y/n) explained, mentally face palming at her words.

Sasuke raised a slightly bemused eyebrow at this and (Y/n) could've sworn she saw the lightest of smirks grace his lips.

"You usually read Maths like a novel?" he inquired as his eyes glanced at the book (Y/n) held onto.

(Y/n) followed his line of vision and settled on the book she had. It was an Advanced Mathematics textbook and from what it seemed, (Y/n) did look like she was only reading it. Her eyes widened for a bit as her mind stumbled upon her thoughts, trying to come up with a more reasonable reason.

"Uh...yeah?"

Double face palm.

Sasuke nodded, unconvinced at her words but shrugged it off.

"Okay, so do you wanna head to class? Free period's almost over," he stated as his eyes briefly darted to the wall then back to her, most likely from looking at the time.

(Y/n)'s mouth went dry at the offer. It wasn't the first time Sasuke had offered to do anything with her yet every time it caught her off guard and made her feel like the world stop. She nodded, not trusting her voice and gathered her books. She tucked them in her bag and stood up. She slung it over her shoulder and offered a quick small smile to the boy who simply nodded.

As they walked towards the exit of the library, (Y/n) could feel the numerous pairs of angry eyes boring holes into her back.

These fangirls need to take a chill pill...the girl thought amusedly as she smiled smugly at the thought of walking to class with him. Though her logical part of her brain was ashamed at her quick submission to her feelings, the more illogical part of her didn't care.

Today totally failed. Well, I'll start avoiding him tomorrow...(Y/n) thought guiltily, aware of the number of times she had told herself that.

From the corner of her eye, Sasuke walked undisturbed, his confident steps making any who was standing in his way quickly scramble to avoid him. Not that he scared people, he was just intimidating.

Whenever they would be together, (Y/n) and Sasuke almost never engaged in a lengthy conversation. Sure they talked but somehow it would always end up in silence that would make the girl feel like she's suffocating. Her number one fantasy was talking for hours with him and hearing him laugh at the stupidest jokes. But that fantasy seemed far more like a dream than reality.

The bell overhead them rung and the scraping of chairs on the floor could be heard resonating the various classes. The hall was filled with numerous students heading to their next period, their voices mingling to sound like millions of chatters.

(Y/n) began struggling to pass through the sea of students, her annoyance level shooting high as she prevented herself from screaming at them. She looked around only to find that Sasuke was no longer by her side and disappointment filled her. She sighed and pursed her lips in frustration as she elbowed her way to class.

Her hand was suddenly caught by another and before she could act upon her surprise, she was pulled to the side, away from the multitude of people. She gasped when she stumbled upon a hard, sturdy chest, hands around her waist to prevent her fall. Her face was buried into the unknown person's t-shirt and her (e/c) eyes widened when her mind clicked on the familiar cologne.

She placed her palms on her chest and quickly pulled away, causing Sasuke to release her.

"Ugh...th-thanks..." (Y/n) stuttered as she looked anywhere else but Sasuke. Her face was entirely red and it would be even more embarrassing if he saw her face.

"Sure. You okay there?" Sasuke asked, his voice holding a small tint of amusement.

"Yah," (Y/n) quickly stated as she adjusted her (h/c) hair to cover her face, still turning her face away from him.

"Okay," Sasuke nodded, unconvinced with her answer. "Then let's go"

He took her hand in his again and started leading her to their next class. All the while, (Y/n) was battling butterflies that had raided her stomach. Her eyes were glued onto where their hands were connected, and a big grin appeared on her face.

Abahhsnxshxifhjvndnjf. (Y/n) couldn't contain her internal screaming and had to bite her lower to stop herself. Before she knew it, they had arrived at their class. They had the same period, (insert fave subject), which was their last class of the day.

Sasuke released her hand as they entered the class and (Y/n) mentally pouted at the loss of warmth. She went to sit over at her usual spot, near the window. She took out her books and placed them on her desk, waiting for the teacher. At the corner of her eye, a figure invaded her vision and she turned her head to look at the person who usually sat beside her.

She froze in surprise and her mouth flew open, trying to form coherent words. Sasuke had sat beside her, books on the desk, leaning back into the chair as if nothing was out of the ordinary.

(Y/n) quickly turned her head to look outside the window as her ears and face reddened.

What is he doing here?! Why am I blushing?! (Y/n) exclaimed mentally as she covered her mouth with her palm. She closed her eyes and took in a deep breath, determined to ignore his presence next to her. Her eyes flew open and she dropped her hand. She turned her head to face in front, the same time the teacher was entering the class.

Yes! I can do this! Just like lunch time! I'm gonna ignore him...(Y/n) thought as she opened her books.

Five minutes later***

I can't do this! I can't! Must. Look. At. Him! No! Don't! Eek! He's looking at me! He probably thinks I look stupid. I knew I should've worn that shirt! Shit noo face! Don't. Turn. Fucking. Red! Don't. Think about something disgusting! Yuck! Why that! Wait what did the teacher say?! Ah! I can't remember! That's it! I'm totally failing this class...I hate my life...

After lesson ends***

Oh my God, that was terrible...(Y/n) shuddered as she got out of class, Sasuke walking behind her. She hadn't concentrated during the whole lesson. Her feelings were getting out of hand and there was nothing she could do about it as all ways had failed.

He did this in purpose...why do crushes have to feel like this...(Y/n) moaned regretfully and brushed her hand through her hair.

"(Y/n)! Sasuke! Wait up!" a familiar voice rang through the air, making them both turn towards the direction of the voice.

Sakura was waving at the two, as she walked towards them, following behind her was the rest of the squad.

"Hey what's up?" (Y/n) asked, thankful that she didn't have to be alone with the onyx-eyed male any longer.

"We're heading out for karaoke right now, why don't you join us?" the emerald-eyed girl requested when she had finally caught up with the duo.

"Uh...karaoke?" (Y/n) asked nervously as she played with the hem of her shirt.

"Yeah! It's going to be fun! Plus you have a chance to show the guys your mad singing skills!" Ino winked at the (h/c)-haired girl as Hinata nodded in confirmation beside her.

(Y/n) narrowed her eyes at her best friends who shared sly smirks among them. They knew that (Y/n) hated singing in front of people but they'd always find any chance to make her sing.

"Wow as fun as it sounds," (Y/n) began as she slowly backed away from the group. "I have this cult meeting...and it's my turn to kill the goat so-"

"Come on (Y/n)!" a voice shouted in her ear, making the girl jump in surprise and turn to glare at the blond male who had slung his arm over her shoulder. "You don't have to be shy around me."

He wiggled his eyebrows suggestively at the girl, who escaped from his hold and pushed him away. "No thank you."

"If you go, the boys promise to pay," Sakura interjected, placing her hands in her hips.

"Wait! Why do we have to-ow!!" Kiba began to counter but was cut off when Ino sharply nudged him on his ribs with her elbow. He went to glare at her only to find her glaring daggers at him. His eyes widened in fear and turned to smile sheepishly at the amused (Y/n).

"Yeah, we're totally going to pay," he muttered and let out a sad sigh when Ino stopped scowling at him.

"See," Sakura said, a large grin on her face as she walked towards (Y/n) and linked her arms with the girl's. She leaned towards her ear and whispered low enough for only the girl to hear. "Besides, Sasuke is going~"

(Y/n)'s (e/c) eyes widened in shock at her words and turned to face the smirking girl. "H-how did you-!"

"Okay, it's settled. She's going," the pink-haired beauty announced, smug of the reaction she got from the now red-faced girl. The rest of the group cheered apart from Sasuke who was intently staring at (Y/n).

No one else noticed the amused smirk on his lips as he watched the way she carefully avoided looking at him, curious as to what Sakura might have told her to acquire such a reaction.

On her side, (Y/n) felt like she could bury herself underground. She had no idea how Sakura had found out. And if she knew that also meant that Ino knew to.

Have I been that obvious? I mean yeah I try to avoid him but I try to make it subtle, right? (Y/n) thought as Sakura pulled her along to the school's entrance.

As the rest of the group, chattered, Naruto's voice louder than the others' as usual, Sasuke was the only one silent. He appeared to be listening in on Naruto and Kiba's conversation as he walked between them. Ino, Sakura and Hinata were conversing about two of their friends who had been absent at school that day, Sakura purposely avoiding (Y/n)'s questions as to how she found out about her secret.

"So Gaara told Rock Lee that he couldn't have his party in his house and how noisy he usually is..." Sakura continued narrating to the interested duo.

"Sakura? I have a question-"

"And Rock Lee got all mad and stuff so..."

"Sakura listen I-"

"He was like boo! You're so mean Gaara, you red-head emo! And then..."

"Sakura this is important-"

"Gaara was like so angry and stuff so he punched Rock Lee in the face..."

"If you would just-"

"Then they started hitting each other until Kiba the blockhead and Naruto the idiot, who were both watching from the sidelines, pulled them apart. Jeez, it was so bloody that even Rock Lee couldn't walk and stuff. So..."

"Sakura!!" (Y/n) shouted, attracting not only the attention of the pink-haired girl but also the others as well. They had all stopped to give the girl a bewildered look making her sheepishly smile.

"What is it (Y/n)?" Sakura asked, feigning innocence in her voice as she looked at the girl expectantly.

(Y/n) glared at her, she knew that she couldn't ask her questions when everyone was listening, especially him, and Sakura knew that as well.

"You have something in your hair," (Y/n) choked out through gritted teeth as annoyance peaked her veins.

"Oh! You're right. Thanks (Y/n)," Sakura beamed in a sickly sweet tone, running her hand through her hair to play along. A mischievous glint twinkled in her eye as she smirked at (Y/n) who scowled back at her.

"Shall we go then?" Ino asked as she looked back on forth between her two girls, implying of her lack of knowledge on what was occurring.

(Y/n) stiffly nodded and the earlier mood was back on as their voices continued on.

Thank God Ino and Hinata have no idea.... (Y/n) sighed in relief as she bit her lower lip. She knew that she had to tell them sooner or later.

(Y/n) walked in silence as she could feel a pair of eyes boring holes into her back. She didn't need a back view mirror to know who it was. She felt completely unnerved at how he kept his stare on her the whole way. She didn't even dare look behind because locking eyes with him would be another story.

Ugh! How far is that karaoke place! I don't remember it taking this long to get there?!...(Y/n) thought angrily as she kept her gaze on the cobble stone path, impatience coursing through her mind. The day we get there, I'm so sitting five seats away from this guy...

At le karaoke café***

You've got to be fucking kidding me...(Y/n) thought as she sulked in her seat, which was, unfortunately for her, right next to the Uchiha.

Sasuke didn't seem to mind the seating arrangement as he silently busied himself with his phone, paying no mind to the mentally suffering female. It was Sakura's idea to sit them like this.

Well at least I don't get to suffer alone. Hinata looks like she's about to burst sitting next to Naruto haha... (Y/n) thought bitterly as a strained smile appeared on her lips, her (e/c) eyes on her red-faced best friend.

"Hello and welcome to the Hirijoko Karaoke Café. What would you guys be having?" a strawberry-blonde waitress asked, her notepad and pen ready to jot down our orders.

"Miso ramen with extra pork!" Naruto piped, raising both his hands up in the air.

Sakura rolled her green eyes at the boy's perky behavior before sending a smile to the waitress, "Shiratama Amitsu please,"

Th waitress hummed in response as she quickly wrote it down then turned to Kiba. "And you sir?"

Naruto snickered at the word sir earning him a slap on the back of his head by Sasuke.

"Hey!"

"Shut up."

Kiba chuckled at the scene and gave his order. "Beef jerky and gristle"

"Custard pudding with cherry tomatoes," Ino added.

"Zenzai and cinnamon rolls please," Hinata's small voice piped up.

"And you sir?" the waitress asked as she gave Sasuke a not-so-subtle flirty smile that made (Y/n) want to throw the table on her.

"Rice balls with dried shaved bonito," Sasuke said, not returning the smile which made (Y/n) grateful for mentally.

The strawberry-blonde female's smile fell upon realizing that it wasn't going to be reciprocated and wrote down his order.

She turned to (Y/n) for her order, who had already the specific dish in mind.

"I'll have-"

"She'll have the same as mine," Sasuke cut her off, catching everyone else in the table by surprise.

(Y/n) turned to look at Sasuke who was looking at her intensely. (Y/n) raised a puzzled eyebrow at him, earning a nod from the boy. She quickly turned to the waitress who was waiting for her, scowling.

"Uh...yeaaah," she agreed, still wondering to what had just happened.

The worker wrote it down and walked away.

"Wow, (Y/n), I didn't know you liked Sasuke's favourite food," Naruto's voice broke the silence as he sent the (h/c)-haired girl a cheeky wink.

(Y/n)'s face immediately flushed at his words. "Sh-shut up!"

After le nom nom***

Why did he do that? I'm perfectly capable of ordering for myself so why? Or maybe he just wanted me to taste what he likes. It wasn't that bad anyway, I really liked it.... (Y/n) thought as she looked at Ino who was talking to her. (Y/n) wasn't really listening to what she was saying, only catching bits of it which was enough to inform her that she was talking about her friend TenTen.

"Guys! Time for karaoke!!" Kiba announced, earning a cheer from the rest of the booth apart from Sasuke and (Y/n).

(Y/n) sunk in her seat, hoping to be momentarily invisible to her friends.

"(Y/n)! You have to go first!" Sakura cheered as she looked at her friends for support.

"Yeah (Y/n)! Come on! We want to hear your voice," Naruto added, vigorously nodding as he agreed with the idea.

"Uh...no I have a sore-" (Y/n) began, only to be cut off be Kiba.

"Aww! Come on!!!"

(Y/n)'s eyes widened when she realized what he was about to do. She gave him a forced smile in hopes he wouldn't go through with his plan.

"Please don't."

"(Y/n) (Y/n)! (Y/n)! (Y/n)!" he began chanting, his voice raising octaves higher.

The blonde boy sitting beside him joined him as (Y/n) sank even lower into her seat.

In no time, their chants had gained attention and now everyone's eyes were on her, calling her out.

She turned to Sasuke, looking at him with pleading eyes. He chuckled and leaned back into his seat.

"You should really go up there (Y/n)," he stated, making (Y/n) gasp at the betrayal.

She pouted and stood up, giving in to the people. The rest of the people cheered at her as she stepped out of the booth, Ino and Kiba standing up to give her space.

Her face burned in embarrassment as she walked up to the stage, her steady gaze on the floor.

She gave the controller guy her choice music and held onto the microphone. She closed her eyes and took a deep breath to calm her beating heart. When she opened them, her eyes were locked with Sasuke's own. She tried to maintain her composure as he watched her, resting his head on his conjoined hands, the pose he would always use whenever he was deep in thought. The whole café was now silent as everyone watched the girl everyone was so eager to listen to.

(Fave song) started and (Y/n) cleared her throat in preparation for the performance.

This is so gonna be embarrassing...(Y/n) thought before beginning to sing.

After le song***

Huh, that wasn't so bad....(Y/n) thought as she bowed to the people, who were vigorously clapping and cheering her performance. She straightened up, a large happy smile on her face as she got down from the stage to head to her booth.

Naruto had stood up on his seat, whistling and cheering at the top of his lungs. To (Y/n), they were really going overboard with their reactions. It was just karaoke not the MVAs...

(Y/n) regained her position next to Sasuke who was smirking next to her. The rest of the café had now settled down, (Y/n)'s friends now cheerfully talking about something and not paying any mind to the two.

"That wasn't so bad now was it?" he asked, making (Y/n) shoot him a playful glare.

"I almost pissed myself there!" she whisper-shouted at him causing the male to chuckle lightly at this.

His laugh made (Y/n)'s heart do flips. He rarely laughed and knowing that she got that reaction from him made her feel...fabulous...

"I think you did great," he said and slung his arm around the (h/c)-haired girl's shoulder. (Y/n)'s eyes widened slightly at the action and smiled shyly at him in appreciation. He smiled back at her and suddenly flicked her forehead.

(Y/n) gasped and rubbed the hurt spot. "What was that for?"

"You were staring," he stated simply and smirked cockily when he saw the girl's face flush in embarrassment.

"Sh-shut up!"

Walking home***

"Guys! I'm serious! Neji almost broke that guy's arm. If I hadn't been there, who knows what could have happened to him!" Naruto claimed as he tried to convince us of an event that no one but him witnessed.

"Naruto, first of all, Neji isn't as agressive as you make him sound, right Hinata?" Sakura countered, turning all attention to the shy girl.

"Uh...yeah," she agreed while nodding.

"I'm telling the truth! Believe it!" Naruto shrieked defensively, making everyone else roll their eyes.

"No, we're not going to "believe it" Naruto," Ino denied, using her index and middle fingers in the quote and unquote gesture.

Naruto crossed his arms over his chest and humphed in dissatisfaction over his friends' doubt.

"It might have probably happened. Neji came home with a few bruises last night," Hinata's voice piped up, making the blue-eyed boy jump in cheer.

"See!" he started as he slung his hand over her shoulder, surprising the girl. "I knew you always believed in me Hinata!"

The girl smiled shyly at him making the rest of the teenagers snicker at her reaction.

"Huh? You've been silent Kiba. Everything alright?" (Y/n) inquired as she directed her attention to the unusually silent boy.

"Eh? Ah, it's just that I miss Akamaru. He had an appointment with the vet today. My mom wouldn't let me go with him," he explained as he scratched the back of him neck.

"Of course your mom wouldn't. She scares me," Naruto added as he looked at the boy from over his shoulder.

"Haha. Yeah, you rarely go anywhere without him. I remember that one time he ran into the girls' bathroom with you in tow," Ino recalled and shuddered, trying to forget the bad incident.

"I-I said I'm sorry!" Kiba exclaimed, a rosy hue visible on his cheeks.

Everyone laughed at his reaction, even Sasuke. It was night time already and they were now walking back home. It had been a really fun night and (Y/n) was really glad Sakura forced her to come.

"Well this is our turn," Sakura announced as she and Ino came to a stop at a interjection and turned to face the others. "So see you guys tomorrow,"

A series of byes were heard before the girls left in their direction.

The remaining group walked a bit further until Kiba, Naruto and Hinata went their separate ways, Naruto taking Hinata home.

That left (Y/n) and Sasuke alone. (Y/n) didn't mind at the moment. The tension that was sometimes usually there had disappeared since the café incident and (Y/n) couldn't be more happier.

Along the way, they talked freely about anything. Both learnt new things about each other which cemented their relationship even more. To her happiness, Sasuke even laughed more, as if the laughs were only reserved for (Y/n) to hear. The Sasuke (Y/n) saw was different from the one that he let the general public see and she loved him even the more for it.

"Well, this is me," (Y/n) proclaimed, coming to a stop infront of her house.

Sasuke nodded and (Y/n) thought she saw disappointment flash in his onyx eyes.

"Thanks for walking me home," (Y/n) said, a small thankful smile creeping up her lips.

"Don't mention it," Sasuke smirked back at her.

A moment of silence passed between them before Sasuke took a step towards (Y/n), catching her by surprise. He leaned towards her face, his eyes looking into her own.

Oh my God! Is this it?! Is this the moment I've been waiting four months for?!!.... (Y/n) shrieked mentally as a rosy hue appeared on her cheeks from the sudden close proximity.

Sasuke leaned in even closer, making the girl tightly close her eyes in expectation.

"You know, you don't have to avoid me besides, I think you look cute when you blush because of me," he purred huskily into her ear and pulled back to plant a kiss at the corner of her mouth.

(Y/n)'s eyes flew open at the action only to stare at Sasuke's retreating smug form.

She lifted her hand up to her face, lightly grazing her fingers along the place which still burned with the sensation of his lips.

She blinked twice, trying to comprehend what just happened. She quickly composed herself and walked to her door. She opened it ,entered the house and closed it. She leaned her back against the door and covered her mouth with her palm. Her (e/c) eyes still wide with shock, beating heart thumping in a quick pace, she slid down to the floor.

Oh. My. God!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

***