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CHAPTER 1
Procreation vs Cloning

"What are you dweebs up to?"

Two pairs of emerald orbs adorably looked behind as sheepish grins appeared in their faces. Uchiha Sasuke, the man who called the attention of the two children, could only raise his brows in an attempt to coax them to spill their obviously mischievous plans.

In his mind, the two were just big energy balls, wrapped in some kind of human form. Unfortunately for him, the forms they took were almost like a carbon copy of him – the only most noticeable differences are the eyes and of course, their seemingly endless supply of energy.

It was therefore a big puzzle to him that they are cooped up in their room, writing on a big built-in whiteboard. After all, it was just the start of summer vacation and knowing his twin children, they were usually around the place, wreaking havoc.

"Otou-chan! What are we doing this summer vacation? Kaa-chan said we can spend one whole month here," Uchiha Kesuke aka 'Energy Ball 1' asked back, refusing to answer his father's question. Aiding him in diverting the topic was Uchiha Hinowa aka 'Energy Ball 2,' who tugged her father's shirt to answer the question.

If they were only a bit younger, Sasuke would have let their way. But he was wiser, and he knew that 11 year olds were dangerous with their hyperactive minds and bodies. Smirking, he pried off their fingers of his clothes and proceeded to scare them out of their wits.

"I am enrolling you into summer supplemental classes." The twins looked at him shocked. "Unless, of course, you tell me what the two of you are planning."

Sasuke had never been so wrong in asking his children.

Until now.

The twins have messed up minds, he was now sure of it. He was equally sure that this was not something they inherited from him. And while he had long ago divorced his wife, he was also certain that they did not get this from her.

"Have you been spending time with the dobe?" This was the only logical conclusion he can come up. And he must be imagining it, but he definitely saw Kesuke and Hinowa grin wider.

"And Kiba-oji!"

Uchiha Sasuke knew he was doomed. This was probably Kami-sama's way of punishing him for hurting his ex-wife and for not spending enough time with his children. But then again, he was also known for defying Kami-sama's will, and this predicament is certainly not an exception.

Steeling his resolve, he condescendingly looked at the two and said, "Does your mother know about this?"

The two obliterated his new found strength with just a hearty laugh.

"Of course not Otou-chan! Do you want Okaa-chan to get angry at us?" Tsukuyo sweetly answered him. "But it doesn't mean we are not doing it though."

Not giving up, he replied back, "You know, most children don't want their single parents to marry again."

Then, the playful looks from their faces were replaced by serious ones. Sasuke was even alarmed that he suddenly had the urge to sit straight. And he felt that he was not in the presence of rambunctious kids, but well-meaning adults.

"Because we don't want Kaa-chan to grow old alone. While we promise to take care of her, we know we can't always be there for her. We need someone who can," Kesuke said.

Sasuke was surprised. He knew that his children were closer to their mother. He also knew that they really do adore and love her, but he never expected it to be this much. Touched by their noble intentions, Sasuke decided not to delve deeper into it and just ease out the tension. "So why are you not looking for a girlfriend for me?"

The grins were back at their faces. "You're really asking that tou-chan? You love being alone, unlike kaa-chan! That's how you roll!" the twins gleefully said.

Banging his head on the nearby desk has become so inviting.

"Why do I need to be involved in this? I'm sure your mother will ground you forever if she learns that you pushed me to take part in your absurd plan."

He really thought it was stupid for the children to ask for his help. Sure, he can help do their school projects. He can even help them win a video game if they wanted to. But to help them find a boyfriend – and possibly, a husband – for their mother is outrageous.

Sasuke knew it was the last thing Sakura would have wanted him to do – interfere with her love life. It'll probably make her hate him more, if it wasn't in its extremes already.

"But we won't let Okaa-chan know! And besides, you know the best type of guy for her!" Kesuke said confidently.

"We certainly don't want some horrible guy to end up with her! You don't want that too, right?" Hinowa added.

"Hn."

Despite what happened, Sasuke considered Sakura an important part of his life. He already had hurt her once and he certainly doesn't want it to happen again. So maybe, taking part in this project wouldn't hurt.

Meanwhile, taking his silence as a sign of agreement, the twins excitedly explained their plans. Hopefully, the said, they can find one by the end of summer.

But these thoughts have already flown out from Sasuke's mind. His mind now focused on that one fact that he realized.

His children never considered bringing back him and his ex-wife together.

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