It was a fine day in the Village of Konoha. Sakura and Sasuke were especially exited. Along with Kakashi sensei. Sakura and Sasuke rushed towards the entrance, holding hands. They had been going out for about 6 months now. It wasn't something they both wanted, to Sasuke, Sakura was just acting immature, but he liked her a bit so as she yanked him towards the Village gate, he smiled slightly.
When the couple reached the Village gate, they saw what they were waiting for. Sakura let go of Sasuke's hand and rushed towards the blond haired boy with the bright blue eyes.
"Naruto-kun!" yelled Sakura as she embraced him.
"Nice to see you too, Sakura-Chan. You've really grown up.'' Said Naruto a smile plagueing his face.
"Hey, Naruto hands off! She's mine!'' said Sasuke in his always expressionless voice.
"Really? Since when Sasuke?'' said Naruto.
"Since six months ago Naruto!" said Sakura.
"Ahh jeez Sakura, now I defiantly never have a chance with you."
"What makes you think you ever did Naruto?'' said Sakura
"Well that one time with Gaara and the Shukaku, and well yeah."
"Naruto you baka!" said sakura in a playful voice.
The three teammates headed off into the village to go get drinks, and celebrate Naruto's return. Not knowing what the events following would be.
Kisame and Itachi sat on a hill outside the Village. They kept their attention focused on the team of three. Kisame then got to his feet and picked up his huge sword.
"Itachi- San are we going after the Kyuubi now?'' Asked Kisame.
"Foolish little brother. Foolish Kyuubi. Both of you have succumb to feelings for a girl. This will ultimately lead to your down fall, and I know just what to do to make you suffer little brother. And as for you Kyuubi, I now know how to make you come to me willingly." Said Itachi.