A/N: First of all, don't hit the Back button, please. I came out of my writer's block few weeks ago, and I lessened the romance category and turned to action. I also started lessening details in my stories, since my first fanfic had too many of them and I think that bored the readers.

Disclaimer: Yeah I'm Masashi Kishimoto. No doubt about it.

Hell no of course I'm not Masashi Kishimoto.

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Chapter 1: SNS

"So, you are telling me that the SNS is located in Tokyo?" Gaara asked. Three silhouetted figures were present in a dark room, one sitting down in a chair while the other two were standing in front of him. Gaara, the one sitting down, looked the youngest.

"That's what I've been told, according to our most reliable sources," the other replied, named Kankuro, his brother.

"And what's the security level like?"

A third voice spoke, this time more feminine, "Tough. Uchiha is guarding the whole building, and I hear that sharpshooters with sniper rifles are stationed around it 24/7. Almost like a catch-22."

"Of course, I would have expected no less from the Uchiha, although I expected the location to be more subtle. Is there any way to hack their security system?"

"No, our computer agents can't match the anti-virus in the building," replied Temari.

"But," Kankuro stated with a smirk. "We do have an advantage. The Uchiha doesn't know that we know of the SNS or their location. So they won't be expecting an attack from us."

Gaara was playing with a handful of sand that was for some reason floating in air. He swiftly moved the tiny particles in his hand, thinking. "I think I can get rid of the snipers," he said as he ossified the sand in his hand, "but what we need to worry about are the infamous agents that roam the building, especially Sasuke Uchiha and his gang.

"I kill the snipers with this," he said, crushing the hardened sand, "and put our men to set off the alarm and create a distraction. That'll be enough time for the three of us to get into the main system, but we won't have enough time to take control. Our goal is to collect as much information as we can; see if there's a fault. Nothing more."

"But," retorted Kankuro, "how will we get out of there once we're in?

Gaara's smirk grew wider. "I have my ways, you should know that."

"But," Temari said, "if we run into Sasuke Uchiha's gang, it would be hard to get them off our backs."

"Are you underestimating my abilities?" Gaara asked as he scowled.

"No," Temari said calmly, "I have no doubt in your abilities, Gaara, but I should warn you that they aren't to be underestimated, either"

"I know that for myself," replied Gaara with finality. Temari and Kankuro slowly left, leaving Gaara alone to think.

Uchiha, if you weren't born this would've been a lot easier…

He was wrong.

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Ten dark figures emerged into a dark room. It was a strange place, and their footsteps were being echoed across. They came in pairs of two, but all were wearing dark and long, cloak-like uniforms with red clouds on them. The members of the Akatsuki all stopped suddenly, facing each other in the center.

A shark-like man spoke up, "It's been a while since we all met like this." Others nodded, all looking at Pain, the leader.

"Zetsu, you must have information since this meeting was called by you," said Pain, looking at a man with a shell around his body, its outer surface like an alligator's teeth. One side of his face was black, while the other was white.

"Ah, yes, I've found out that the Sky Nuclear System was developed very recently. It's located on a building in Tokyo, top security. They're guarded by top agents such as Sasuke Uchiha, which means they have the 2 eye techniques out of 3. I also learned that the Sand are also aware of this and is planning to seize it."

"Those Sand fools," muttered a snake-like man, named Orochimaru. "They think they can take on the Uchiha gang by themselves?"

"The Sand and the Uchiha are our enemies," said Pain calmly. "The Sand is trying to seize it so they can start a nuclear war with the world. The Uchiha, on the other hand, is protecting it and is too scared to use it. But our goal is world peace. We must take control of the SNS and be the dependent medium in the world; our goal is to get rid of any nation who tries to break the peace. The UN is also corrupted, and they'll start collapsing soon. Any nation who tries to raise war must feel the pain of what they're doing. You all know this."

"So what are we to do?" asked Deidara, the explosives master. "Bomb the whole building?"

"No, first we sit back and watch the Sand fail. Then, we kill influential members of the Sand and the Japanese government. Lastly we raid the core of SNS, and kill anyone who objects our causes. The Uchiha, however, are to be influenced if possible."

"How bad is the security, Zetsu?" asked Sasori, who didn't look quite human.

"It could be better. The government-based protection is a joke, Konan or I could easily get through it. What we need to worry about is Sasuke Uchiha and his brother Itachi, and also his gang. They have the Sharingan as well as the Byakugan, which are tough to get through. Itachi, as you all know, was a former member here and his strength matches ours."

"And I'm assuming they also have my old friends?" asked Orochimaru, his eyes narrowing.

"Yeah, they have two of the Sannins working with them." replied Zetsu. "I've noticed that one of them, Jiraiya, is trying to get information on us recently."

At the sound of the name, Pain's eyes became cold. "He's going to get what he deserves if he keeps stepping over the line…"

"Well, what do we have to do in the meantime, Leader?" asked a masked Kakuzu, beside his partner Hidan.

"Kakuzu, you and Hidan destroy nuclear projects that are going on in different nations. I can't have them interfere. Orochimaru and Zetsu, you are to kill members of our government, and leave no traces behind. Deidara and Sasori, destroy the Sand's headquarters and their secret meeting places if you can find them. If possible, kill all their men and their leader. Kisame and Tobi, you guys are to observe Sasuke Uchiha and his brother's weak points. Any weak points; we might have to use them to get them on our side…"

"What about us, Pain?" asked the only female, named Konan. She had an origami flower attached to her hair.

"You and I try to collect information of SNS after the Sand have failed. If we have enough information, we'll infiltrate through it.

"Remember," reminded Pain. "Our goal is world domination of peace. Any nation foolish enough to stand against us will perish."

And they went on their separate ways, leaving the dark room behind. A cold chill spread around the room once they left. As much darkness filled the room.

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A presentation was going on inside the SNS building. The CEO and co-founder of Sky Nuclear System (SNS) was talking on and on about the benefits of SNS and why it should be developed and continued. His voice could be heard sonorously: "The USA have been arrogant of their achievements in 1945, when they launched two atomic bombs in our cities. They have reasoned that to ensure security, nuclear projects must be banned and could not be continued unless within the States. It gives them too much power, and it violates international balance between…"

Outside the main door, two men around late teens were leaning against a wall, sipping coffee. One had blond hair, and a frown was on his face. The other one was a bit taller, with raven hair and dark, onyx eyes. His face was expressionless.

"Give me one reason why that old fart is giving a presentation five in the morning and I have to listen to him?" asked Naruto, yawning.

"Because," replied Sasuke coolly. "We are the security agents, we get paid for it."

"Why did our gang have to take this job?" complained Naruto. "We already have enough money."

"My dad had to get close to the CEO of SNS when it was created, and this was the only way. You know how he is; he disagrees with the opinionated fact that SNS is for mutual protection. He thinks that SNS-"

"-will destroy the world instead of protecting it." Naruto finished, waving his hand. "Yeah, yeah, you've said that for about a million times. What I didn't know was that we had to wake up at dawn, on a Sunday."

"What's the difference?"

"Dude, it's the day to respect God!"

"Since when were you religious?" asked Sasuke, amused. Naruto's complaints were understandable, since he also was not fond of waking up at three-thirty in the morning on weekends. Unfortunately for Naruto's sleeping needs, the government had heard of his gang's skills and decided to use them to protect the SNS against infiltration by treasonous enemies.

"I never was!" said Naruto, pouting. "But the government shouldn't have hired a yakuza. It takes all the fun of being one." Sighing, he ran his hands down his jeans, fumbling his hands through it. When he couldn't find what he was looking for, he looked up at Sasuke. "Shoot, I forgot to bring my gun. Sasuke, pass me yours, I need to shoot the guy that's talkin' right now."

"And get arrested? No, I don't think so."

"But I don't want to work 24/7 without any sleep!"

At that moment, a man with shaggy hair entered the hall, walking toward them. By his side was a huge, white dog. Kiba, patting Akamaru, lazily leaned on the opposite wall. "Stop complaining Naruto, I've heard enough of your whining."

"Oh? So you're defending the faggot's policies?" Naruto retaliated.

"There is one good thing about him," pointed Kiba, his lips forming a smile.

"What would that be? The fact that he's gay and you finally found an equal?"

Kiba glared at him. "No, I happen to be stationed right outside his daughter's room. And she happens to be really hot. And her friends come over like everyday, so I get to-"

"How old are they, twelve? Then I'm not interested, 'cause I'm not into incest like you, Kiba."

"I am not a perverted pimp, Naruto. They happen to be around our age!" Naruto made more comebacks, annoying Kiba one after another.

Sasuke looked at them, rubbing his temple in frustration. He was getting bored of his job; acting like a middle school security guard was not that fun. He was more used to the more fun side of life, not enforce security. His father, who strongly disapproved of the SNS, was having no luck convincing the government to ban the system.

SNS, created by the top atomic scientists in the world, could destroy an entire nation within minutes. Japan had launched a weaponry satellite into space, and the main system that controlled the SNS was in the building. With a code known only to the creators of SNS, the satellite could launch missile-based atomic bombs at any spot on Earth. It was carefully controlled so that Earth's rotation would not affect the landing. The government approved of the SNS and had given permission to continue as long as there was top security around the building. It was a "military necessity," they had said, "a mutual protection for all nations and humanity."

"I'm straight!" Kiba yelled, his face becoming red with fury. "How many times do I have to tell you-"

"Really?" sneered Naruto, crossing his arms. "Then tell me, is Sasuke a good looking guy?"

"W-what?" stuttered Kiba, who didn't expect this kind of a question. He looked around at Sasuke, who was looking at the two, his face yet expressionless.

"Well, he's not bad-looking, I can see that mu-"

"So you are gay, Kiba. All this time you didn't tell me…" Naruto smirked, enjoying the situation. "I happen to think that Sasuke is an ugly, twisted, nerdy freak because I am straight, unlike-"

Naruto didn't get to finish the sentence at the vein popping out of Sasuke's head. He was next met by Sasuke's fist, directly in the face. Naruto yelled in pain, clutching his face as he fell.

"Shut up, Naruto, it's getting annoying." Sasuke said coolly, while Kiba tried to muffle his laughter. Akamaru barked playfully, licking Naruto in the face.

"Geroffme, Akamaru," said Naruto as he tried to get up. "Kiba, you seriously need a leash-"

"Shh!" Sasuke suddenly narrowed his eyes, as if he could sense something the others didn't. "Didn't you hear it?

"Hear what?" asked Naruto, not yet alert. "All I can hear is the kee-oh (CEO) talking in the conference room."

Akamaru barked several times, and Kiba was trying to get a scent. He sniffed the air, frowning.

"What do you smell, doggy?" asked Naruto, earning a glare.

"I smell chemicals, chemicals from…explosives."

Suddenly they felt a jab in their transceivers as Shikamaru's voice spoke up. Shikamaru was the brain of the gang, and he was being stationed near the entrance.

"You guys there?" he asked urgently.

"Yeah, what happened, Shikamaru?" asked Naruto. "Something interesting happened?"

"Some guys bombed the back entrance, and dozens of them are attacking us right now. They aren't the best fighters, I think, so it's just a distraction. Naruto and Kiba, you guys patrol the elevators and the stairs just in case. I'm sending Shino and Lee to the fifteenth floor, that's the middle point. I already told Itachi, so Sasuke, you and Itachi head toward the SNS Controls Quarter, that's the thirtieth floor. Neji and I'll handle the entrance." The connection broke as they heard several gunshots.

"Shit," Naruto swore. "I didn't bring my-"

"Here," said Sasuke, tossing his handguns. "It's loaded." He started to turn, heading for the elevators.

"But," said Naruto worriedly, checking the magazine if it was loaded. "Won't you need it?"

"No, I can handle it without that," replied Sasuke as he started running. He turned left, the way Kiba had come from before, and headed toward the elevators. Unfortunately, the elevator was on hold, stationed at the fourth floor. "Fuck."

He ran toward the stairs at the end of the corridor, turning rapidly as he opened the door, which marked the seventeenth floor. Jumping five stairs at once, Sasuke continued his pace until he reached his destination floor. Opening the thirtieth door, he cautiously stepped into the hallway. It was dead quiet.

He started slowly walking across the hall, catching his breath silently. Every step he took was being echoed across. Sasuke tried to hear any distinct sounds, but he couldn't sense any presence around him. He stopped when-

"Freeze!" shouted a familiar voice. Sasuke could tell a gun was pointing at his back.

"Geez, Itachi," said Sasuke calmly. "Can't you tell it's your own brother?"

Itachi lowered his gun, trying to confirm if Sasuke was real. When he did, he straightened and walked beside Sasuke.

"How'd you do that?" asked Sasuke. "I couldn't sense you behind me."

Itachi chuckled. "You'd have to do better than that, little bro. If you activated the Sharingan then you might have sensed me a lot faster. Anyway, find anything yet?"

"No, it's dead quiet here. Weird, isn't it?"

"Not as weird as the fact that you're unarmed. You could get killed instantly without your eyes." Itachi said, taking out a katana. "Here, this should be enough for you." Sasuke took the sword from him and together they started pacing up before turning right. When they reached a fork Itachi put up his shoulder, blocking him from going any further.

"Stop," he said. "I can tell there are laser beams here. Better activate your Sharingan, Sasuke."

Sasuke did so as he was told. His onyx eyes suddenly turned sanguine red, with three sets of dots on them. As he did so, he could sense laser beams that were blocking the path, and he could sense Itachi standing right beside him without looking. "So… we have to guard this place?"

Itachi nodded, and together they turned around, guarded. They stood there in silence for half an hour and they both had deactivated their Sharingan to preserve their energy, which would be consumed at a rapid rate if it had been activated. Sasuke, getting bored, lowered his guard and leaned against the wall, running his hand through his raven hair. "This is stupid."

"Don't let your guard down, Sasuke," said Itachi, although he himself sounded bored. "The enemy could be-"

CRASH. Suddenly there was a booming noise right under the floor they were standing on. It continued for several seconds until a scream could be heard. They could hear something being thrown against the iron wall, as if there was a battle going on.

"What was that?"

"Sounded like an avalanche," replied Sasuke, suddenly alert and activating his Sharingan. He raised his katana, trying to hear footsteps. There were none, just the noise under him. "Should we go help them?"

"No," said Itachi. "It might be a trap to get us out of the way. We should remain here."

For several minutes, nothing could be heard. Sasuke could sense something creeping across the floor for a moment or so, but he wasn't sure what it was. He could smell it, too, but he convinced himself that it must have been his imagination. That was until Itachi coughed, gagging several moments later.

"I-I can't b-breath," he coughed. Sasuke could also feel the effect on him: it was hard to breathe. They looked at each other, and they both started running at a rapid speed toward where they had come from, seeking refuge. They turned and skidded to a halt, catching their breath. Itachi sucked up a huge amount of air, still coughing. This hall was full of oxygen, while the other had been contaminated with-

"Sand," said Sasuke. "I can taste sand." Itachi stopped coughing and straightened himself. Sasuke looked at him amusedly.

"Bro, you gotta stop smoking. It's already having an effect on you," said Sasuke.

"It's hard to quit once you start it, Sasuke. Maybe you should try it and tell me how easy it is," snapped Itachi, activating his Sharingan and taking out his gun. He pointed it at the empty hallway, ready to fire in case someone entered it. He took out several kunai knives and tossed them to Sasuke, who caught them without risking a glance. "You'd better remember how to throw knives," he said, reminiscing the times that he had taught Sasuke to throw shurikens and kunai knives.

"I couldn't forget-"

"Well, well," sneered a voice behind them. "I didn't realize the Uchiha brothers had become this pathetic over the years." Guns were clicked into place, and Sasuke could sense them pointed at his head.

"Shit," Itachi muttered.

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A/N: I'll probably update as soon as I get some reviews, because I think the first chapter isn't enough to hook anyone. I'd really appreciate reviews, since that's one of the motivations to write. I also like constructive criticisms so tell me if I should fix anything. If you have suggestions, I'll be happy to hear them.

Next chapter is longer and goes more into it, so leave a review.