Beneath the Surface [Yandere!Itachi x Reader]

Chapter 10

"Did you not hear me? I said remove your dirty hand away from her!" Sasuke said hotly. 

"Really little brother, you would think one being raised in an affluent household would accompany oneself with proper manners," Itachi commented. He removed his only contact with the desirable woman standing beside him. He was fuming, yes, but it wouldn't do good to cause a scene, especially if he was hoping to send a chivalrous image to Miss Shizumi. 

"One would think being raised in a blessed household would accompany oneself with gratitude instead of throwing everything away," the younger man retorted. 

"Enough. I'm surprised you managed the courage to show face here son," his father cut in. 

"Father," he greeted curtly. "What kind of son would I represent to the public after you politely sent an invitation?" 

"Hmph. Are you ready to ever quit that sullying job of yours?"  

"I'm afraid not." 

"Thought so. I still don't understand why you lower yourself to such a filthy profession when you can handle the most successful corporation of all time." 

"That's for me to know and you to understand then, Father," 

Before the older man could remark, his mother stepped up and embraced him. "Oh Itachi, you never call anymore! It's so nice to see your darling face again." 

As if you ever returned the favor, Mother? 

"Forgive me. I've been busy."  

"Hn. [Name], how about that date I promised you tonight?" Sasuke turned his attention to her, an arm extended towards her. 

She had been quiet the entire time, unsure what to make of the family reunion. He saw her blink twice before she smiled and said, "Yes, of course." 

Itachi balled his hands into fists. How dare he touch what was mine? 

Relax. Remember, you marked her in more ways than one. The strain in his shoulders disappeared. "If you'll excuse me, I have business to attend to," he lied. As he turned to walk away, he felt a short tug on his tuxedo sleeve. 

She had been the one to call for his attention, which caused him to unexpectedly smile at her. Perhaps she would follow him and they could have a second round? 

"I apologize for intruding on your family meeting," she quietly said. "On a side note, expect to see me in a few days." 

His brows furrowed in confusion. "Pardon?" 

She reached her hand to tap his forehead lightly and laughed. "Masseur, I hope you haven't forgotten your duties." 

He cleared his throat to hide his bewilderment. "Of course not." 

"[Name]? You shouldn't be talking to this scum right here," Sasuke said, disrupting their conversation. He glared, roughly placing his arm around her waist, claiming possession. 

What I wouldn't give to incinerate his arm off at the moment. 

She rolled her eyes. "Oh compose yourself, Sasuke. Your brother isn't incorrigible at all." 

His heart skipped a beat. She defended me! 

Sensing her tone, Sasuke diverted the subject safely by asking, "Are you ready to eat?" 

"I suppose so." With her agreement, he briskly ushered her out of the hotel but not before she turned her head, looked at him and mouthed, "Three days."