19Well here's a story for you let me know what you think
It was a cold autumn night. The cool breeze was flowing through the sky. The leaves were blowing through the air with no end in sight as the howling winds pressed on.
It sounded like those of a wolf pack. On it's way to its midnight hunt. The forest was deep on the old broken road. Through the center of this average forest was a single road that seemed to stretch for miles. This road was ancient, with cracks and potholes spread over it randomly, Sure it could use some touching up. But in many ways, it gave the place some character. Crickets chirped, playing their lovely music, calling for their loved ones.
It would be soon that the peaceful, quiet forest was interrupted by the hollering of music, the roaring of the engine that was driving faster. The engine was pushed as far as possible. The young man was going down without a care in the world.
After all, for Naruto Uzumaki. It was just his first Saturday of freedom. He had finally gotten out of college, and a drive around town, was Something he wanted, some drinking some hard Rock, as he celebrated with another drink. He swerved around. Since no one seemed to be around, his foot was only pressing harder on the pedal. Just a good ol' Boy, who wasn't meaning any harm. Just some fun.
He barely paid attention to what was going on, just hooting and hollering as he was on his way home—taking a short cut through the whispering woods that was around. Out of his way and just enjoying himself. Suppose he had paid more attention. Maybe, just maybe, he would've noticed the woman in all white who had appeared in front of him—coming almost from thin air.
"Holy shit!" Naruto screamed as he slammed his foot on the breaks. The sounds of the tires squealing as he found himself losing control over the wheel. His car was swerving as he tried to avoid hitting the woman.
Only lead young Naruto to run right into a tree. His head-smacking right into the wheel. Naruto grunted hard as he felt himself pressing against the wheel. Slowly, yet steadily pulling his head up, as he looked forward. He was looking towards the broken windshield. The smoke from the hood was emanating out as he groaned hard. Banging his head back against the wheel as he began exclaiming,
"Oh fuck, The Insurence is going to fucking kill me,"
Naruto slowly stepped out of the Vehicle. The Vehicle was a 69' Dodge Charger, painted nice and black, with a soft 426 Hemi engine with all the chrome. Such beautiful care. Though at this point, it was not in any suitable shape. Naruto just looked towards it rubbing his head as he was freaking out. But quickly, the woman in pure white popped back into his head. His priorities were taking hold. The car could come later. Though as he looked onwards to see where that woman in white was.
"Hey! Is anyone out there! Are you ok!" Naruto called out, trying to make sure no one was hurt. But it was soon apparent that the young man was all by himself.
"Shit!" Naruto exclaimed, mumbling to himself Something as he was wondering if he imagined the whole thing. His head shaking as he muttered,
"I'm going to have to call dad, and sure he's going to be fucking pissed but, he'll give me a hand, maybe call Uncle Bobby."
Naruto reached over to his center counsel, pulling out his cell-phone and looking over at it while he tried dialing a number. Though as he did, all he received was a toneless beep. He looked around and soon realized that he didn't have a signal.
"Damn it, Damn it! I am so god damn fucked!" He raised his voice, getting louder as he raised his hands as if he was about to toss his phone out, but right as he was about to do Something like that. He suddenly stopped as he saw Something- Something far off in the distance. It was a small light that seemed to flicker gently. It was a faint calming light. Yet it was just enough to catch the young man's attention.
"What the? Maybe they've got a phone with a Signal I could borrow." He imagined that it was someone camping, but hell, even then, he could see if they would let him stay there till he could get some help. His instincts telling him Something was entirely wrong. He ventured on into the dark forest.
Naruto Began walking over following the light, Pushing the branches away, his hand retracting every so often, as he scratched his hand on the vines of Rose bushes the slinked up the trees.
"Y'ouch," Naruto hissed at this point; he continued getting closer, following the light. That only seemed to get brighter. It wouldn't be long before Naruto realized he was looking up to what was a magnificent house.
The house, if you could call it that, was like that of a mansion. Three stories high made of what looked like bricks, Pure dependable stones, not just decorative, white windows off on the sides, that bowed out. It almost reminded him of a pair of breasts. It was Something- Something that you wouldn't expect to see, let alone out here in the middle of nowhere.
"Well, this is weird… But whatever as long as they've got a phone,"
There was a garage off on the side, and for a minute, he couldn't help but hear music. He ran over and began knocking on the garage door. His pounded over and exclaimed
"Hey, I got into an accident! I need some help!" He pounded on it a little more while trying to get their attention, but the music playing on the other side was quite too loud. Though suddenly, the music shut off. Naruto waited there for a minute, but there was no response. Just pure silence. A look of annoyance as he slammed on the door.
"Come on! I was in an accident!" He turned around, his back against the door as he was trying to catch his breath as he looked back towards the house. That was when he suddenly saw the front porch's light turning on.
"Thank goodness." He stumbled over, heading close to the door as he just walked towards the front door. He was standing on the front deck. Naruto got closer when he reached over, bringing ready to knock. That was when he noticed Something quite off. A small plaque hung on the wall which read, 'The Bordello of the Moon.' It seemed as though it was glowing gently. But Naruto chalked it up to the crash. He might need to go to the hospital.
'Fuck, maybe I got a concussion.' He mumbled to himself, rubbing his head, as he began quickly banging his fists against the door, Hoping that someone- anyone might hear him. His head was pounding as he waited there.
It seemed to take a minute before the door opened right up for him, and standing there was a man who was holding the door. He was a tall figure, especially compared to Naruto, standing around 5'9, and this guy must've been at least 6'7 in comparison. But this man was much older as if he was in his late fifties. It was clear that thanks to his greying hair.
"Hello, good sir," He said, his voice much more profound and quiet Huskey. However, there was a steadiness from the later ears. His hair was purely grey, matching his beard, His half-moon spectacles that hung off his noise.
"Yeah, I just got into an accident out there. I was wondering if you've got a phone in there; it seems like I don't have a signal," Naruto was doing his best to keep himself looking relaxed as the Older man nodded,
"Sure thing, sir, please come inside," He pulled the door open as he let Naruto inside. Naruto would walk inside as he got a good look inside the foyer. It was quite a beautiful sight.
The main foyer was fancy, with beautiful wooden walls, paintings hanging from the walls, showing off different people of all races. Some were women, though most were men. The carpet was fancy looking fairly old from the looks of it. However, overhead was a crystal Chandler that looked like it was worth more than anything Naruto could ever make in his entire life.
"Well, you have quiet the home here," Naruto said; the older man nodded with a kind smile as he walked around the room. His hands caressing the walls, His weary eyes looking over them as he seemed lost almost in thoughts for a second,
"Oh yes, this old Bordello is quietly beautiful. I've run this place for quite some time," The old man's hand resting on it as if he was taking in a deep breath, taking in its scent. He was so comfortable, Though Naruto took a second to wonder if he should walk out of the room to give the man a moment though He couldn't help but say,
"A bordello?" Naruto asked, rubbing his head as he rubbed the back of his head.
"Yes, A bordello, such a kind place, most don't see any longer, where just for a bit of money, one could find a particular company, and pleasure, where kindness is shown for the longest time. A passion for want and need. An old profession for those who need Something that the heart can't have." His voice moved with such passion. It was nearly like he was quoting a romance novel.
"Oh… So, this is a brothel?" Naruto said he was getting the idea though he was somewhat shocked, never even imagining that he would find himself in a place like this. His face was getting a little redder around the cheeks.
"In simple terms, Yes, now sit down, please get comfortable while I get you the phone." The older man pointed towards the couch as he gave a relaxed smile. As Naruto nodded, in return, taking a seat. He was doing his best to try and find some comfort. His fingers were tapping on his knees. It was clear that the place was quiet. He looked around for the longest time.
It was clear that Naruto was the only person around there, as he sighed,
"Must not get much business; I mean being in the middle of nowhere?" The silence seemed to etch on while he wondered why a place like this was here,
"Oh, we get around; no worries. Plus, the girls are good at their jobs. They know how to leave an impression." The older man's voice called out, echoing from down the hall with a light laugh. This had managed to catch Narutos, curiosity,
I wonder what they can do, fuck I kind of wish I had a few bucks, but after college, I'm going to need to find a new job. Naruto thought though he let out a long sigh, maybe another day. However, he had an urge to kick himself.
What the fuck am I talking about, fuck I feel like a loser, paying someone for sex? He shook his head; how long had it been since he had a good fuck, a year- two, he could barely remember busy studying, and the lack of dating had thrown him off. He barely had time for anything as fun as that. Naruto was sure once he was able to make some cash. He'll be able to have some personal time to himself.
Naruto leaned back, taking a long drawn out-breath, when without warning, a cold hand grabbed his shoulder, rubbing them gently. Naruto's headshot away, seeing who it was. Naruto found himself staring eye to eye. To a beautiful woman.
She was young beyond gorgeous as she looked to be around her early twenties, though somehow looking into her eyes, she seemed much older. Her hair looked to be pure silver-white, like the very moon itself. Her eyes were pale blue; Naruto couldn't think, as all he could look through them into those eyes. It was almost as if she wasn't there; her skin was pale as if Naruto was close to looking through her. She was quite attractive.
"Hello there," The pale woman said with a soft, seductive voice as she leaned in closer. The smile on her face grew wider as she revealed a set of pearly white teeth.
"Uh, hello, I'm Naruto," He forced a smile on his face though it was clear he was faking it. Though the way the woman watched him, it seemed as if she was examining him. She measured him up for Something more as she began moving around the couch. What made him more curious was how she seemed to glide how she moved and passed around. As she joined him, sitting down on the couch.
"Are you a customer? Her voice seemed to add a slight hissing sound under her voice. Naruto felt his spine shivering.
"No! I mean, sorry, I don't have any money, I got into an accident. So I'm just making a call, that's all. I'm not that far from here." He couldn't help but laugh a bit, feeling quite silly. However, it was the truth and the first thing that popped into his head. The woman giggled gently as she seemed to smile more. Something about this caused Naruto to be pulled to her allured to such a being, as she exclaimed,
"That's too bad. I honestly hope no one is hurt, but a lack of money doesn't mean we can't have some fun; I'm sure we could make a fair trade if you desire." Her smile reminded Naruto about the devil itself, and he wasn't clear what might happen if he excepted this 'deal.'
"Well, I mean,"
"Ten-ten, what are you doing?" The older man called out as he managed to appear out of nowhere, an old dial-up phone in his hand. Ten-ten had bounced off the couch and as far away from Naruto as possible at this response.
"Mr. Jiraya It's nothing. I was just negotiating with a potential client."
"You know the rules, Ten-ten. I know what you were trying to do. Don't you dare?" Mr. Jiraya looked at her with content in his eyes, as if he was looking deep into her souls. Looking much more extensive than he already had, though with the girl she was much smaller, and she seemed to make herself look even smaller,
"I'm sorry, Sir; it won't happen again,"
"Don't like to me, Missy," He added with a grunt while pointing her towards the stairs. Ten-ten quickly ran straight towards the stairs and right up against them without a word.
Mr. Jiraya laughed like it was Something that happened under a common occurrence.
"Don't worry about Ten-ten, and she gets that way when she gets hungry. But I'll have to remind her that she can't negotiate on a hungry stomach," Naruto took a deep breath as he heard that. What did he mean by her being hungry? Did he starve the girls? No, it couldn't have been; she looked relatively healthy. Not like she was starving to death. But he shook his head and took the phone from Mr. Jiraya.
"Just let me know when you're finished; hopefully, it isn't going to take too long." His confident smile as he seemed warmer,
"Thanks, ," Naruto exclaimed, being polite, as he gave a nervous chuckle.
"Please, call me Jiraya if you will," Jiraya would turn away before Naruto could respond. Naruto watched as he went towards the stairs and heading up, Listening to how the boards seemed to creek with each step. Naruto shook his head as he just thought he was going crazy.
'This place is so damn weird,' Naruto Shuddered, feeling himself getting cold as he started dialing a phone for the local towing company. Naruto knew the owner pretty well; it was his uncle Freddy. A sigh as he put the phone against his ear as he listen
"What is it, boy?" Freddy said, rather annoyed as Naruto imagined him rubbing his eyes pulling the blanket off his body. Who knows what he might've been dreaming about.
"I got into an accident, and the chargers stuck on the side of the road think I blew a rod. Mind making a call and send someone over, go give me a tow just into town?"
There was a long sigh Freddy frustrated, and muttered,
"Fine, I'm sure I can get one of the boys out there in a half-hour. Where are you at."
"You know where the forest is? The old one, you and dad, use to hunt in."
"Yeah, I know that one. You're talking about that shitty road they should've fixed years ago."
"That one," Naruto sighed as he rubbed his eyes, knowing it was going to be a long night.
"Well, stay in your car. I'll get someone down there, ok. Be careful out there. Something isn't right about that place."
Freddy would hang up a moment later. Naruto stood there sighing some as he figured that he could just head back out and wait. It wasn't too cold, and he had plenty of time for that.
Naruto eventually put the phone down on the receiver as he looked around. The place was relatively quiet.
He wasn't sure what more to do as he turned around.
"How was your call?" Jiraya stood there watching him, his deep voice bringing shudders down Naruto's Spine.
"I-It was fine. My uncle is sending one of his guys down to give me a tow. I'll wait out there."
"If you want, though if you want, you could stay here till he arrives. It wouldn't be a problem; maybe one of the girls would be able to keep you company?"
Naruto stopped for a second, almost tempted, But his stomach turned his body wanted to hunch over like Something about it was not a good idea.
"No thanks, I think I'll be fine; I'll wait out there. It's not that cold." Jiraya looked him in the eyes, almost as if staring into him, trying to read his mind.
"Well, if you're sure, I could bring out any of them, have them come down so you can see them while your out in the cold."
"No, thank you, that really wouldn't be right. Besides, it would be weird for me to explain why a girl is all over me, or…" Naruto's mind trailing off imagining more but shook it off. His back was twisting as memories rushed into his head. The stuff he didn't want to deal with at the moment.
"Alright, well, if you need anything, Just look back, Though Maybe we'll talk again real soon." Jiraya seemed to smirk. Warmth in his face, though Naruto wasn't sure why. However, he moved over, placing the phone down.
Jiraya had a handout, and Naruto took it, shaking it firmly. Jiraya grip wasn't as firm. It was lighter than before. Naruto didn't say much as he turned around, walking back towards the door, heading outside.
The cold wind was hitting Naruto in the face as he rubbed his head, Forgetting about the pain, as he turned around. The door was just as cold as before. The light above shut off. Leaving the young man in the darkness, a long sigh as he made his way back to his Charger. Yet while he made his way, traversing through the forest, trying not to fall over. He was trying to find his way back.
Naruto couldn't help but feel as though someone or Something was watching him.
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The old man, who went by the name of Jiraya, slowly walked up the stairs. His breathing got heavy. How long had it been since he felt this tired? His back hurting. It was clear that after all these years, he wasn't a young pup. Hell, he barely remembers when he didn't need the blue pill to fuck a fine girl. A small laugh, with how he wished he were younger.
His hand reached over as he looked over at the wallet. That young man. That Naruto Uzumaki- he slipped over and pocked his purse. Not like Jiraya had any plans for the cards. No, he needed the I'D.
"You ok, Mr. Jiraya." The soft feminine voice asked as Jiraya turned his head, a hard breath as he felt himself hunching over.
"No, I'm fine, Tsunade, just a little more tired. It seems like I'm always tired. Are the girls ok?"
Tsunade looked over towards the old man, a short petite woman, short red hair that went down past her ears, with glasses perched against her face. She was wearing acceptable business attire, giving her more of that professional look. She looked at him with concern as she grabbed his shoulder.
"They're doing their part though you know how some are acting; Ten-ten was looking exceptionally hungry and frustrated, said how you stopped her from meeting with a new customer."
"Yeah, just some kid getting into an accident. Not a customer, but…" His thoughts trailed off as he thought about the young man.
"Yes? Is there Something about him?"
"There's something, but I think he might be the next one." He shook his head a hard grunt.
"Are you sure?"
"I'm sure, but help me get in my room. I've got a few things I need to do." He pulled himself one more step, and with Tsunade's support. Leading him to his room.
"Make sure Bell gets to bed. You know how she is working on those damn bikes. I swear." He chuckled, giving a hard cough. His head hurting, eventually, it would go away. He had to ignore it as the young woman pulled him out. Her fingers were pawing at him, giving him a light laugh.
"I'm an old man Kitty. I think you need someone younger." His joke running on,
"Hmm, I think I do. Why do I work for such a Dirty old man." She giggled in response.
"Who knows. But I'll say you've come a long way. But I'm proud of you. Please, if Something happens to me, make sure to take care of the girls and whoever takes over from me."
Tsunade rolled her eyes,
"I honestly don't get why you don't let me take over. I mean, I know how to do the job and keep the girls in line."
"I know but, you know how this place is. It needs a certain type of person to run the house. It doesn't let anyone just run it. But If I could, I would leave you the place. You're like my daughter."
"Thanks, old man, Just rest. You deserve it." Tsunade would lead her off towards his bedroom. His eyes were getting sober, but he figured with a stiff drink, he'll be fine for another night.
"The night's young for this old Cowboy." He murmured as he pulled himself over to his desk. He was soon writing on paper—specifically, his will.
How long he spent working on it, who knows. But when he finished, the small candle was nearly at the end of its flick. He would call it a night. He was slowly getting in. He stumbled around, though he would eventually make it in there. He was lying in bed. He finally took a long deep breath, and would soon sleep. A Sleep that would never end.