Akatsuki Pets

Written By: Shironami Kane

Summery: A series of one shots starring various members of the Akatsuki as pets. No I am not kidding. Written in 'storybook' sort of wording and hope you enjoy!

Kisame The Kitten

Once upon a birthday, there was a young girl named Sakura. Sakura was six years old and lived in Konoha. Sakura was walking home from the Ninja Academy, thinking about birthday cake and presents, she only had one friend, Ino and was too shy to invite her to her birthday party.

Suddenly a giant blue kitten jumped out from behind a tree and pounced on Sakura! But as she was about to scream for help, Sakura realized the blue kitten was only licking her face. In fact, the furry kisses tickled! Sakura giggled and decided to keep the giant blue kitten as a pet. And on the way home she decided to name her new pet "Kineko.''

When Sakura and Kineko finally got home her Mom was standing on the front porch. And was she surprised to see a blue kitten following Sakura home!

''What in world is that?'' cried Sakura's Mom.

''It's a giant blue kitten,'' answered Sakura.

''I can see that, Sakura, but what in the world is it doing here?''

''It's my birthday. Can it be my new pet?'' answered Sakura.

''Oh, dear,'' said Sakura's Mom. ''I wouldn't get your hopes up. You know your father doesn't like blue kittens. But, it is kind of cute. And it is your birthday. I suppose you can keep it while I finish frosting your birthday cake.''

And with that, Sakura hugged Kineko and led her new pet into the house--even though she knew her father would probably not let it stay. Once in the house, Sakura and Kineko played 'tap' which was indoor tag, until Sakura's favorite television show started. Then Sakura forgot all about watching Kineko . But half way through, Sakura heard her father shout, ''Sakura Haruno! Get in the living room...NOW!!'' Sakura rushed into the living room, where her Dad was pointing toward the table.

''Look what your new pet did!'' he said. Sakura looked. There were balloons and streamers, hanging from the ceiling. Her Mom and Dad were wearing party hats. But right in the middle of the table, were the messy remains of the birthday cake!

''I'll clean it up, Dad,'' said Sakura.

''I'm sorry, Sakura," said her Dad, ''but a giant blue kitten is not a good pet. You'd better find it a new home.''

So Sakura looked to see where Kineko was hiding. Soon Sakura found Kineko crouched beneath the table where she did her homework. ''Come on, Kineko , you have to go. And hey, don't look at me that way, I'm not the one who ate the cake and made a mess!'' said Sakura.

Sakura started to lead Kineko out of the house and down to the Yamanaka Flower Shop. Sakura knew the store owner would find Kineko a good home. So after hugging Kineko and saying good-bye, she thanked her best friend's mother, and walked back home. Sakura didn't notice the blue kitten was following!

Back home, Sakura sadly slurped down six sodas. But Sakura's father reminded her about the mess she still had to clean up. Halfway through the clean-up, Sakura suddenly noticed Kineko in the doorway.

"Kineko! You're back!'' she shouted. Kineko hopped up and down and gave everyone furry, tickling, BIG kisses. Even Sakura's father giggled.

''I guess that blue kitten can stay,'' said Sakura's Dad. Kineko was a birthday pet after all! Sakura's Mom baked another chocolate cake, and they all celebrated. What a happy birthday it was!

The End

Inspired by pictures of the Akatsuki members as kittens. I doubt Kisame as a kitten would be that fun to be around but oh well.