A/N: Hey everyone, this is my first ever fanfiction and I'm not really used to using other people's characters so we'll see how this goes. I just want to make it clear that I would like reviews both positive and negative so I know how I'm doing. (Really, I'd prefer to know if I suck at this) For the most part this story is going to revolve around Itachi. I'm not exactly a fan of his, but, everyone has a story and this is going to explore his. In case this is unclear, this is set during Part II in the current Naruto, and is mostly up to where the story currently is in the manga. I'm going under the assumption that Deidara some how survived his battle with Sasuke. Basically the host for the 6-tailed demon has just been captured and they are preparing to remove him. Eventually, this will recap on Itachi's life before (and possibly after) he killed his clan and joined Akatsuki

The cavern was dark, very dark. This was the first thing Nariko noticed when she opened her eyes. As she slowly adjusted to the dim lights she noticed 6 men and 1 woman standing above her draped in heavy black cloaks adorned with red clouds. The next thing she noticed was that her hands and feet were bound, the chains re-enforced with chakra. Her orange and black striped hair was loose and frayed out behind her. For a moment her golden eyes narrowed dangerously.

"Akatsuki," she whispered her voice filled with an unmistakable sorrow. "So….this is the end."

There had been a time when Nariko would have given anything to be lying there on the cold ground, waiting for them to remove the monster within her. Had they found her a mere two years ago she would have gone with them joyfully. She would have lain down on the cave floor and waited for the peaceful slumber of death to overtake her. But, her feelings had since changed. The six tailed tiger was more than a part of her, he was a friend. It had taken her a long 24 years to realize that, but with the help of a gifted medic she had accepted the truth.

Her life quickly began to flash before her eyes. As a young girl she had grown up in Iwagakure, the village hidden among rocks, in the Land of Earth. Rejected, hated feared by the citizens and ninjas of the village she had attempted on many occasions to gain their trust; only to fail time and time again. Even so, she was trained as a ninja and expected to protect the country with her life. Finally, after turning 22 and becoming a jounin she left her home behind in search of a better life. Quickly she had realized that she would have to leave the Land of Earth. After several months she crossed the border into the Land of Fire, fatigued and near death. It was there that an angel with deep blue eyes and long white curly hair found her. The girl, 2 years Nariko's junior, had healed her and become the first friend she had ever had.

But, before she could think on it anymore there was a flash of light and a foreign chakra ripped through her body. Her mouth opened in a wordless scream and her body writhed in pain. And, just when she was prepared to surrender herself to the agony a soothing green light engulfed. Was this what it felt like to die? Had the 3 days already passed? Was she really about to lose one of her only friends in the world? These questions raced through her mind; until she noticed the source of the healing aura, the jade and gold lotus flower charm that had been given to her a few days before. The pulsating white chakra was dispersed and Nariko found herself in the darkness once more.

"Itachi, take that thing from her." The order caused Nariko's eyes to widen in shock.

A man with black hair and dangerous sharingan eyes approached her. Not bothering to spare her a second glance he kneeled down and reached for the delicate amulet. She watched with terrified eyes; he was a foot away, an inch away, a centimeter away from taking her only protection. But, as soon as his fingers came in contact with it the green light appeared and forcefully pushed him away. Grabbing her shirt he pulled her up, his eyes flashing menacingly. His irritated demeanor only worsened when he saw her eyes sparkling mischievously.

"Mitsukai says hello," she said in a coarse whisper, "...Itachi."
Deep within the Land of Water a cloaked figure walked out of an inn. Although it was still early the streets were filled with fisherman preparing to set sail for the day. The enigmatic person drew everyone's attention, rather ironic for someone that was trying to avoid being seen. It wasn't a particularly cold day; however, this human trembled as though they were in the depths of winter. A small gust of wind pushed back the hood and revealed a delicate young woman, perhaps in her early 20's, with flowing white hair. When the beautiful creature was revealed it only caused for more gaping mouths and curious looks. Ignoring the cool chill and the many stares, she reached into her cloak grabbed her necklace; intently she began to study the beautiful silver and opal lotus flower pendant.

Releasing a deep sigh she pulled up her hood and began to trudge down the muddy path with her back against the rising sun.

"Mitsukai…."

Nariya murmured the name as she began to regain consciousness. Only to find herself in a cramped prison cell with her arms still bound tightly together. Two men stood watching her carefully from the other side of the bars. One was Itachi Uchiha, the other carried a broad sword on his back and had a shark like appearance that was only strengthened by his blue skin.

"She's been saying that name ever since she saw you Itachi," the blue skinned man stated with an air of indifference. "Any idea who she's talking about?"

"I've only ever known one person by the name of Mitsukai."

"And?"

"She's dead."

There was no remorse, no sorrow in his voice, he was stating a fact and nothing more. This was enough to make his companion smirk as Itachi turned and began to walk towards the door. However, the other man remained for a moment longer to look at the girl. Suddenly, he doubted his partner's words

"Are you sure?"

"Yes. Kisame, we have more important things to attend to than this."

Shrugging his shoulders the man began to head towards the door to follow his partner. For the rest of the day Itachi remained cold and distant. However, since he was always this way, no one noticed a startling change in the dark Uchiha. But, that night he was consumed with dreams filled with him desperately clinging to the body of a friend and teammate. He stroked her normally white curly hair that was now matted with dirt and blood. She looked up at him trying to hide the fear that lurked in the blue depths of her eyes.

Chapter 1:complete!

I know that its short but I want feedback before this consumes my life