Nisa: Alright, I had seen a few Tenten and Sasuke as twins stories out there, and they looked pretty cool. My story will be about them finding it out, and the suddenness of, "Holy Crap! I'm not alone!" feelings. I rather like how its going right now. And those of you waiting for an update on Interesting Day Indeed, we'll do that too.

Theresa: And those of you who haven't read I.D.I.- READ IT! ;end shameless plug;

Nisa: Yes. Oh, and Kabuto will be older in this story, for sake of the flow. Now I'll poof away and leave you to read this story! Akamaru, disclaimer!

Akamaru: Woof barkity back bark arf! (Trans: Don't own it, so stop rubbing it in!)

Fugato- Twins
By: Nisa (and Theresa) of U.S.S Shipper

Scroll 1: So It Begins...

The golden sun beat down mercilessly as I twirled my kunai lazily between my fingers. The two buns I wore kept my dark chocolate from sticking to my neck. It was one of those days where the heat slows clings to everything; even Nara Shikamaru was sweating while watching clouds. My brown eyes roamed over the trees, scanning for any signs of movement. He should be coming along any minute now…

I was right. He seemingly materialized out of nowhere. His silver hair hung down in a ponytail, with a few stray strands falling onto his face. His glasses glinted in the now-setting sun, making his eyes unreadable.

"Hello Kabuto." My voice was even. I try to show no emotion but strength when I'm with him. He does the same.

"Hello Tenten." He reached into a bag by his side and tossed me a large package. "Your food and rent." With those words he turns back and launches off into the foliage, never to be seen from again until the next month, or until the next Akatsuki strike. Only when he's gone do I allow myself a half-smile. Kabuto may be cool, distant, and evil, but he's the closest thing to a brother I've ever had.

Flashback

"Mama? I don't like it when you bleed. You have a boo-boo! We need to fix it! Mama, wake up!" My mother just laid there, her blonde hair dying red with blood. Her hazel eyes were open wide, unblinking. There was no usual warm sparkle to them. Her mouth hung open like she was in shock, and cuts on her body were seeping through her clothes. I tugged harder on her dress. "Mama! Oba-san! Mother!" I wept and squeezed her hand like that would make it all better, like it would stop the pain. I never ever wanted to let go. I cried and cried, exhausting myself until I fell asleep.

Later that day, a boy no more than fourteen, came and woke me.

"Miss? What happened?" I opened my eyes and saw dark eyes peering down at me. He had a kind of childish grin on his face, which was odd because of the serious situation.

"Today," I choked out, "today is my birthday. I'm five! And my mama… my oba-san…she said she wasn't gonna get me a surprise, and she'd be right back…I didn't follow her to sneak a peak,' cause I knew the surprise. She was gonna get me hair ribbons. So I waited. I waited for a real long time. And then I went out to get her and… and… I don't like this surprise!" I gulped, tears beginning to stream down my face again. Kabuto scooped me up into his arms.

"Your father?" he asked. I shook my head. As far as I knew, he was dead. "Come on, let's get you out of here," he whispered. I clung to his neck. He had saved me. Saved me from… whatever. And I would never forget that. "I'm going to the Leaf Village in the fire Country and leaving Sound. You can come with." I buried my face in his chest, trying to stop my tears.

"Thank you… I'm sorry mister, but I don't know your name."

"Kabuto."

"Thank you, Kabuto."

"You're welcome…"

"Tenten... I'm Tenten!"

"You're welcome, Tenten."

End Flashback

That was the beginning of our bond. Kabuto looked after me. He fed me and clothed me. We lived in an apartment in Konoha together. Sometimes for long periods of the day he would disappear, and as soon as I could spend the night by myself, I spent days alone. I never knew where he went to, although I know he was training with Orochimaru. I wonder if they planned for me to follow in his footsteps. I don't know, but I trained happily at the academy. The day after I graduated Kabuto left me, only returning to supply me with vital things, like he did today. I am forever grateful for him, for my almost onii-san.

So yes, I hail from Konoha, but in truth I was born in Hidden Sound. I guess that can mean one thing- I'll be the best damn kunochi from there too. My name is Tenten. Just Tenten.

"Did you hear! Sasuke's having a birthday party!" Sakura beamed at me. "He never has a party! Isn't this so cool? I can't believe we're invited!" I sighed and rubbed my ear. Ever since invitations were received, this was all she and Ino would talk about. Okay, I'll admit it. I was pretty freakin' excited too. "So what did you get him?"

"Huh?"

"What did you get him?" she repeated patiently.

"Oh, nothing yet. I don't like to shop."

"But the party's this Saturday." Sakura sighed in annoyance, flipping her light-pink hair over her shoulder. I froze. This Saturday? Oh no. Oh no no no. That was my birthday. Not to mention the day Oba-san died… No. I can't think about that now. Keep it together Tenten!

"Hey, Sakura, did you forget anything else about this Saturday?" I asked.

"Uhhh… yes?"

I cringed. "There was something else important that day."

"As important as Sasuke's birthday?" Her green eyes widened in shock. Disappointment washed over me for a second, but only just. Wasn't I as important as the "almighty" Uchina?

"Sakuraaaa…" I hissed, staring at her intently. She paused to think, and then gasped,

"Oh! Your birthday! I forgot! I'm soooo sorry! But he's having a party… what will you do?"

"I dunno."

"Wait! You guys can have a double part!"

"You mean, me and Sasuke combine our parties and celebrate together?"

"Yes, it's perfect! I'll ask him tonight." I shrugged my consent. It wasn't a bad idea, after all. I grinned slyly as I analyzed what she had said,

"Tonight? You're seeing him tonight? Does tonight involve candles and champagne?" I teased. She rolled her eyes.

"Feh, I wish. Naruto's taking our cell out for ramen- again."

"I thought ramen night was Tuesday."

"It is. He's just using Sasuke-kun's birthday as an excuse."

"Ah."

"Come on! Let's go buy him a prezzie!" She snatched my arm and began dragging me towards a stall. I was barely left enough time to digest what she had said. Prezzie?

XXXXXXX

Crap. The present cost a little extra. I guess I'll be weeding old lady Tsukimato's garden earlier than expected; no big. I got him an onyx kunai that was almost as sharp as mine. Again- almost as sharp. I wrapped the box in midnight blue paper and placed a red bow on top. On the card I wrote:

To: Uchina Sasuke (who is second to Hyuuga Neji),

Happy 16th Birthday!

From: Tenten

Satisfied, I went to bed early. Tomorrow my cell would run laps around Konoha.

Meanwhile at a ramen bar…

"Did you know that Tenten has the same birthday as you, Sasuke-kun? She's so lucky. You two are going to combine your parties." I chirped happily.

How come she gets to have the same birthday! Not fair! I growled mentally.

Yeah, that's a violation of the Sasuke-Sama Fan Club! "Rule #131: No girl can have the same birthday as Sasuke!" I say we burn the witch! a voice from inside me shrieked.

Sasuke merely shrugged at the news, but this caught Kakashi's attention. His head whipped up from his Come-Come Paradise book.

"She does?" he asked, though it wasn't really a question.

"Yup! Same exact day, Kakashi-sensei."

"Interesting…" he muttered. His visible eyes furrowed in deep thought. But I didn't have time to worry about the Apocalypse of Kakashi actually thinking, because Naruto had dumped a bowl of ramen on my head.

"NARUTO!"

Meanwhile at an undisclosed location…

"It is her birthday this Saturday, master," I told Orochimaru. "She's like a sister to me. Can I have the day off to see her?"

"Sasuke's birthday is also that day," Itachi cut in. "So you may go. But who are you seeing?"

"A Leaf nin named Tenten."

"Her last name, Kabuto?"

"I don't know." Itachi's cold eyes stared into mine.

"Then don't you think it's about time you found out?"

Later that night at Hokage's headquarters…

Knock knock knock! The door swung open to reveal a very grumpy Shizune.

"You better have a good reason to be here this late, Hakate."

I flashed her my most charming smile. "Technically, I just came early… and besides, I wanted to see you in your nightgown!"

Slam! She shut the door right in my face! The nerve! No manners these days I tell you. People burp in public, show up late, and… wait… nevermind. .

"Hey, I do have real business!"

Shizune grudgingly let me in. "I'll fetch Tsunade-sama, but talk quickly." She left and soon Tsunade came after.

"What's going on?"

"Tenten has the same birthday as Sasuke."

"So? Many people have matching birthdays. This is any different how?" she groaned blearily. She looks tired. I guess I shouldn't have come at 1:35 in the morning.

"Well, what is Tenten's last name?"

"…I don't know."

"Does anybody?"

"No."

"Who does she live with?"

"I think she lives alone."

"What gender is she?"

"Female, obviously."

"One last question, who does she share her birthday with?"

"You told me. Uchina Sasuke. …Oh…" Realization slipped onto her face and I smirked.

"Took you long enough. Was that because you're blonde?" I quipped. She glared at me,

"I'll have the matter checked out. Couldn't this have waited until daylight?"

"I might have forgotten." She snorted,

"Not likely. Now scram."

I stayed put.

"Scram or I'll ban you from reading Jiraya's books."

I got out of there as fast as I could.

REVIEW! I need your help. Should I include ShikaIno? I think I might try implying so NaruHina. What do you think? Come on, review. you know you want too.