Itachi Uchiha made his way to the given address. Outside the building looked normal if not unremarkable. Seemingly an innocent place to do business. In actuality it was the sight of his next mission. Most were unaware it was the meeting place for a crime boss named Gito. Itachi hadn't personally met him before. The little information he had came from Pain.

He was rich enough to provide as much money as possible. Which was why the Akatsuki had worked for him several times. Kakuzu in particular loved working for him due to the money involved. It wasn't often though, Itachi was personally requested for a solo mission. Gito had never done so before. According to Pain he had agreed to provide a large sum of money for Itachi to work for him. Itachi was only slightly curious to the mission's content.

He knew he would have no problem completing it. Likely it had to do with killing someone. Again something he was more than capable of doing. He didn't really wish to kill anyone but a mission was a mission. He had his own goals to complete. As he entered the establishment it appeared surprisingly inviting. A stark contrast to the deals that happened in those walls. Itachi could sense evil though he was more than capable of handling it.

The man was sitting at a desk flanked by two men. They were larger he would say about the size of Kisame. They had smirks probably due to being the head guards of a crime boss. He would assume they sometimes carried out missions as well. Or so Kakazu had told him casually. The man himself was a bit older. No taller than Itachi himself. His dark hair calmed neatly to one side of his head.

"Well Hello Mr. Uchiha" a voice greeted him. Itachi had sensed his presence when he first arrived. "Where are manners I should introduce myself" the man laughed. "I am Gito and you must be the famed Uchiha member. It takes a special kind of person to murder their whole clan". "Hn" Itachi said simply. "That was how I knew you would be perfect for this mission. Your leader has assured me you can complete it to perfection. I really hope that's the case. Your little organization will be payed handsomely for their services as will you".

"Good to know". "Mr. Uchiha I would assume you were more excited about this". "Just explain the mission already. Or I can take my services elsewhere. Doesn't really matter to me". Gito wasn't used to being spoken to like that. He was feared and respected, especially the former. He chuckled loudly. "I will let that pass for now. Now to explain the mission. I need you to pick someone up for me. I require her services as well".

"I am not interested in going to pick up a date for you. Seems she would be attracted to your money". "It's nothing like that. At least not yet. Actually she has a little ability I covet. One that's very rare these days. I may seem like a bad guy but I don't really want to rough up a lady. You should have no problem doing that for me.

She's also a real beauty who I would like to pleasure me with her company. Her ability comes first in my plans. Unfortunately she is not willing to help me of her own accord. I need you to find her for me. I don't know her exact location. Seems she moves around a lot. I have some propositions for her. I need you to "convince" her to come see me". Itachi didn't miss the double meaning in his words. She is actually a face from your past. Which is why I requested you for this".

Itachi showed no emotion but was curious as to who he was referring too. "Does the name Kurosaki Amino ring a bell"? So he wanted her? What a surprise. "Yes I am well aware of who she is". "Harm her if you must but leave her alive. I may seem like a bad guy but I don't really want to rough up a lady. You should have no problem doing that for me. The thing is there is so much more for us to discuss. I am sure you must have figured it out by now. I know the clan she belongs to. Not her adopted family but her biological roots.

Yes her special healing ability. Known only to her clan members. Though a few more likely exist they are largely extinct. One of the many casualties of long-term war. It would be a shame to let an ability like that be lost wouldn't you say? "Of course he would want her for that ability. Itachi wondered how he even knew who she was. Never mind her relation to the Iyasu clan. "Not only do I not know her location, I honestly don't have a clue where she is.

Hopefully you locate her soon. Tell me Mr. Uchiha, will you have a problem completing this"? "Not at all". "This is Keno and Kino" he said gesturing to the two men behind them. "They also carry out missions. I can send them to help you if you think you need it". "No I am capable of taking care of it myself. I don't need the help of these two thugs". Itachi left without a further word.

So Itachi had his mission. There were more pressing concerns however. He had no way of knowing what this Gito wanted with Kurosaki. Chances were it wasn't good. A man like him wouldn't be using healing abilities to help anyone else. Itachi could tell he was a heartless man. Somehow Kurosaki was going to serve him in some way. It wasn't clear if she knew who he was.

What was clear was this wouldn't be something she wanted to do. Hence why he was going to "convince" her to come. He hadn't seen her since he left the village. He had hoped she would stay safely in the walls of the village. Apparently she hadn't. It would have at least offered her more protection.

Who knew though? Maybe she was in another village. According to what Gito said, it sounded like she wasn't with her family. As a young women that was to be expected. Being such a noble and important family meant she may have protection with her. Probably skilled and experienced protection. Not that it protected her from him. He didn't know her protection detail. He was certain he would be able to easily defeat them.

He almost wished they would be tougher to beat. It didn't change what his mission was. He needed to complete it to get the money for himself and Akatsuki. Not to mention he needed to know more about this Gito as well. Never the less he was to begin a search for her. Gito hadn't had a clue where she was. In fact, he wasn't even able to give him any information or possible locations. This told him Gito had either done this own his own whim or just expected Itachi to do all the work in finding her. Well he was paying him handsomely as he put it.

Itachi knew he wasn't going to magically run into her anywhere. His best bet was to find the Amino families location. Even if she wasn't with them and she probably wasn't, he would have an idea where she might be. He didn't intend on harming them. He couldn't do that to Kurosaki. Yet he was likely going to have to harm her. Even if he didn't this Gito likely would. Maybe he could knock her out with sharingan. Itachi knew better than to think she would agree to go with him. A rouge ninja who murdered his own clan. But that night she seemed willing…

No he couldn't think about that. Wouldn't think about that. It was in the past now and couldn't be helped. He traveled to the land of fire though he made sure to steer clear of the village. At one point Kurosaki's family had lived here. Not long after her adoption they had moved inside the village. Maybe they resided here again. After all they hadn't been present last time he went to the Leaf. He hadn't exactly had the time to check up on them and especially her. Something told him she wasn't there then.

Itachi stayed hidden as he approached the Amino family compound. Kurosaki had once mentioned her father hadn't wanted to separate with the compound permanently. He'd had someone take care of it once they moved to Konha. Itachi sensed no signs of danger anywhere. He could see there were guards watching for signs of danger. He could tell they certainly weren't a match for him. Their presence confirmed someone from the Amino family was there.

Using a simple transformation jutsu he transformed into a disguise to get closer. The streets were bustling with activity which offered enough cover. It didn't seem anyone was going to make an appearance so he took the opportunity to look around and even ask around. Upon arriving in a bar he went to ask the bartender. "Kurosaki you say"? "She hasn't been here in years. Last time I saw her she was about sixteen. Must be about 20 or 21 now". "Her family was alright with her leaving"?

"Not really but she was insistent. They ended up thinking it would be good for her. Sent a personal servant girl who was close with her, and two guards if she should need them. She is the heads only daughter you know". "Yes, had she ever lived here"? "She moved about nine years ago and stayed until she was around sixteen at least". "Any idea where she might have gone"? "Lots of places most likely.

I couldn't tell you exactly where she went or is now. She travels around a lot I here. Hasn't come down to visit in a few years. Don't think her family has seen her either". "Thanks". "You know her or something"? "I did a long time ago. I am an old friend of hers. I would like to see her".